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We have fostered retail and business development during trying economic times, and have worked to support the School District as they built two new schools and endeavor to build more. In addition, with the support of my colleagues, I had the opportunity to serve in a leadership role to fulfill the promise of a community center and form a unique partnership with the YMCA in order to run it. I also led the establishment of the Economic Development, Branding and Marketing Plan and led the creation of a wayfinding system which was eventually adopted throughout the Valley. Most recently I headed the effort to secure the future of the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. All of these accomplishments would not have been possible without the dedication of the council and the support of the community. It has been my pleasure to work with the administration, the skilled staff and the generous volunteers on our commissions and boards. The council could not do our work without your thoughtful guidance. It has been my particular pleasure to work alongside my talented and dedicated colleagues on the city council. You have my utmost respect and thanks for your tireless efforts on behalf of our city. I also want to thank my husband, Peter, and my three boys, Christian, Jonathan and Daniel. Having a council member in the family requires a commitment from the whole family, and they have supported me every step of the way. Lastly, I want to thank you, the now 11,500-plus citizens of Snoqualmie, for allowing me to represent you for the past 10 years in shaping this wonderful city we all call home. Maria Henriksen Snoqualmie
County Council encourages awareness of drowsy driving The Metropolitan King County Council recently recognized the importance of increasing awareness of Drowsy Driving. “I heard the statistics on the numbers of people who drive drowsy,” said Councilmember Kathy Lambert. “It is vital as we approach the busy holiday season to remind people of the seriousness of this issue and the number of accidents and deaths caused each year.” Recent statistics state that drowsy drivers cause 1550 deaths, 71,000 injuries, and more than 100,000 accidents each year in the U.S. This includes 16 deaths and 60 serious injuries in Washington State as recently as 2010. Lambert was joined in this recognition by Bill Shaw, publisher of the Snoqualmie Valley Record and his wife, Mary Beth. Their daughter, Mora,
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was severely injured in an accident caused by a drowsy driver in 2006. She survived, but went through many years of treatment. Since this accident, the Shaws have embarked on a crusade to make the public more aware of this major impediment to safe driving. “The Shaws’ story touched my heart and I am so glad that Mora survived,” said Lambert. “Their commitment to public education and knowledge of this important issue is commendable. I was very glad to help participate with them to increase awareness by sponsoring this recognition.” Some important points to remember about drowsy driving: • Anyone can fall asleep while driving – more than one third of drivers report falling asleep behind the wheel. • There are some common sense things one can do to make driving safer: • For maximum alertness, get enough sleep before your trip. Take a mid-afternoon break, and avoid driving between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. • Take a passenger to keep you talking, watch for signs of sleepiness, and share the driving. • Schedule a break every two hours or 100 miles to take a quick nap or get some exercise. • Consume a caffeinated drink or food to boost your short-term alertness. Learn more at www.drowsydriving.org.
POLICE DEAL FROM 1 The new contract comes in at about $20,000 less than was originally budgeted for the year, and the city council chose to use those savings rather than pursue the car tab fee for additional city revenue, Carnation City Manager Ken Carter said. “The council was able to eliminate the car tab fee… because we were trying to get up to $520,000 for police,” Carter said, which was the amount Duvall, currently providing police services to Carnation, had proposed earlier this year to extend the contract. Carter had budgeted that amount, but was able to reduce it after Duvall abruptly ended negotiations for a new contract in September, and the city turned to the Sheriff ’s Department. Carnation previously contracted with King County for police services, but had partnered with Duvall since late 2004. The new contract, which takes effect Jan. 1, 2014, represents a reduced level of service from the current half-time coverage in Carnation. However, the city will have its own dedicated officer, working a varied schedule to provide broad coverage. When its officer is off-duty, Carnation will be part of the sheriff ’s shared patrol district, covered by six deputies in the east King County area, and calls will be answered according to their significance. “For example, if you’ve got an armed robbery in progress, then everybody comes,” Carter said. Less urgent incidents, such as reporting a theft, will be addressed as officers are available. King County is currently selecting Carnation’s new officer, who will be in place before the city’s current police contract with Duvall expires. Termination of the Duvall contract also made Carnation forge new contracts for prosecuting and public defense attorneys, and for jail services. The city had been using the same providers that Duvall used during their partnership, although paying for them separately Carter said. At the Dec. 10 Carnation City Council meeting, the council approved contracts with Lynn Moberly for prosecution, with Valley Defenders for public defenders, and with the Issaquah Jail for jail services.
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