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World languages at grade school considered

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The City of Mercer Island Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, September 17, in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

The Commission will review proposed policy changes to the Draft Transportation Element of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan Update including changing the level of service (LOS) standard from LOS C to LOS D. For more, see Page 2 or go to www.mercergov.org/ files/091714PCMtgPacket.pdf

School Board hears from Bainbridge Island about adding world languages at elementary schools

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Be prepared for all kinds of traffic and packed street parking around the high school as hundreds of Islander parents head to campus. Between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m., parents with student schedules in hand will tour classrooms and meet teachers.

Tour of Thonon at Probus Club Coming up: The Probus Cub of Mercer Island will meet at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday October 1, at the Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Linda Todd, President of the Mercer Island Sister City Association will present an armchair traveler’s experience of Thonon-les-Bain, our sister city in France.

Variances denied for ‘tiny house’ Hearing Examiner denies 2 of 3 variances that would allow design

By Mary L. Grady

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A King County hearing examiner has rejected two key variances required for a Redmond couple who wish to build a 1,500 s.f. house on 2,300 s.f. lot across from the tennis courts in Aubrey Davis Park.

The applicants had requested variances from the city to allow

narrowed setbacks from adjacent properties, and an increase the gross floor area and the amount of impervious surface allowed in the code. The present allowed limit for gross floor area coverage is 45 percent. The applicant was asking for 77 percent.

The 25’ wide by 92’ long lot at 2206 71st Ave S.E. is zoned R-96 for a residential structure with a minimum lot size of 9,600 s.f.

The lot, originally some 6,000 s.f. was cut in half when the state condemned land for construction of the lid over Interstate 90 in the 1970s. Yet, it still remains a legal lot.

While the size of the lot was the primary point of contention, neighbors are also at odds with the design of the house, which they contend is too tall and out of character from the rest of the homes along 71st Avenue S.E. Hearing Examiner Ann Watanabe denied the applicant’s request to increase the maximum floor area from 45 to 77 percent.

Also denied was to increase the amount of impervious surface area coverage from 40 to 52 percent.

The final variance — to reduce the setbacks from the properties boundaries was approved with conditions.

In her decision, Watanabe referred several times to the City of Mercer Island’s Comprehensive Plan.

She specifically cited goals in the plan that state that the Island, outside the Town Center, remain

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Mercer Island High School curriculum night is Sept. 23

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Artist Natalie Oswald puts the finishing touches on a graceful blue heron on the new 120 foot-long mural she has designed for the west wall of the tennis courts at Luther Burbank Park. See more on Page 2.

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In a study session with an administrator from the Bainbridge Island School District, the Mercer Island School Board began studying the topic of expanding world languages at the elementary school level at its Sept. 9 board meeting.

Bainbridge Island Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Julie Goldsmith brought a presentation to the board providing an overview of why BISD began the study of

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Planning Commission to discuss traffic ‘level of service’ on the Island The Mercer Island Planning Commission continues its process to review and update the City of Mercer Island's Comprehensive Plan Update. At tonight's meeting at 7 p.m. at City Hall, the commissioners will consider changes to the present level of service (LOS) standard regarding traffic flow and congestion relief at key intersections.

By changing the level of service from C level to a D, the city can save money on the types of improvements needed to keep the service level at C. A excerpt from the Commission packet states the rationale behind the change: Today, some of Mercer Island’s intersections are either worse than C, or soon will be with additional growth. The blanket standard of C is no longer realistic without creating unintended consequences and the need

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for significant investment in congestion relief. Staff recommends the change in LOS to provide a practical balance between reasonable short-term levels of traffic congestion and costly transportation improvements (eg. traffic signals, turn lanes, turn restrictions, roadway widening, concrete curbs, etc.) that may be out of scale with certain parts of Mercer Island. No change to the current LOS standard would require transportation improvements along several roadways and intersections. Staff raised the notion of lowering LOS with the City Council twice this year, both during a study session discussing transportation issues and during the annual adoption of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program last spring.

The City of Mercer Island establishes Level of Service (LOS) “C” defined as stable traffic flow with acceptable delays at intersections as the city's established transportation level of service standard required under GMA. Why not set a high LOS as a standard?

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may be required to meet the standard (more signals, wider roads, more traffic lanes, right of way acquisition).

• More improvements would require higher transportation funding/ budgets resulting in less funding for repaving of existing streets.

• May relocate, burden or reduce growth in the Town Center.

• May encourage cutthrough traffic from I-90 Staff recommends changing the level of service standard for arterial streets to LOS D. LOS D is defined as operating conditions with lower travel speeds and higher delays at intersections, when compared to LOS C. Most cities have an adopted LOS standard of D, E, or F.” The board packet also points out that many King County cities already have LOS D in place.

They include Bremerton Issaquah, Tukwila and Burien.

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House | FROM 1 principally a low density, single family residential community. Another goal is that the city ‘achieve’ additional residential capacity in single family zones through flexible land use techniques and in-fill development.

Within her decision, the

examiner did specifically point out that the applicant has the right to build a single family home on the lot, was not an issue in the variances to be considered.

The neighbors and others who testified said that the size, appearance of the home, extra traffic, shadows and removal of existing trees - would be detrimental to the neigh-

borhood.

Yet, the Hearing Examiner did not agree.

“The proposed house would be different from other homes [in the neighborhood] but the prosed variances would not alter the neighborhood’s character.

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Professional mural artist Natalie Oswald brightens the tips of the tail feathers on a pair of Canadian Geese gliding across the 120 by 9 foot painted mural taking shape at the tennis courts at Luther Burbank Park. Other species represented in the art include some busy beavers, those ubiquitous crows and a pair of blue herons.

The project was managed by the Mercer Island Arts Council. Funding was from the 1 percent for arts program.

Oswald and her design were chosen from a pool of 30 applicants by a committee of Islanders. Details such as how tennis balls might be seen against the mural were debated as well as cost and color and theme.

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World | FROM 1 Foreign Language in the Elementary School (FLES).

Goldsmith said BISD’s process of looking into FLES began after its last three world language program reviews recommended early second language instruction, while survey data from parents, collected during the program reviews, showed strong interest in a FLES model.

“The research is really clear that students learn best if they can start that study in the elementary school,” Goldsmith told the board.

Two years ago, BISD started an innovations committee that researched effective FLES models, curriculum design, cost analysis and the impact on current instructional programs. The goal was to bring FLES to all students across the district.

Elementary schools in the Glastonbury School District in Connecticut served as models, where elementary foreign language programs date back to the late 1950’s.

Glastonbury’s FLES pro-

YFS reduces funding for school counselor position Due to budget concerns, Mercer Island Youth and Family Services has reduced funding for a position in YFS's school-based mental health counselors.

The agency also reduced community based senior programming and some youth services.

According to the city, the leading causes of the funding deficit include: increas-

gram featured a Spanish curriculum taught three times a week for twenty minutes each day from first grade through fifth grade.

Twenty minutes a day three times a week may not sound like enough time to learn a language, but it could provide significant impact on a young mind, with the philosophy being the younger the learner, the easier the retention.

For Bainbridge Island, the difficulty was finding the time and money to support such a program. The school day was only five minutes longer for Glastonbury elementary students, but their schedules didn’t include morning or afternoon recess.

BISD staff concerns included too many complexities in an already tight school schedule. The district found to make FLES work, it ultimately needed a longer school day, which would cost money.

The program hasn’t been adopted by BISD yet, though Goldsmith said it remains a value.

“We really do think it’s

not a matter of if it will happen, it’s when,” she said. “I think it just needs to take off in the state of Washington.

There are models of FLES in some schools, but no district has been able to figure out how to do this.”

MISD Superintendent Dr. Gary Plano recommended that the school board continue looking at the research and instructional models.

He said in two years, there will be an opportunity to think differently about the structure of the school day.

“This is the right time,” Plano told the board. “I think we’re on the right path by talking about it here and beginning the study and being thoughtful about it.”

es in the cost of doing business; reductions by the Mercer Island School District for funding of the school-based counselors; cuts in county contracts that provide some funding and declining contributions to fundraising campaigns.

There will be minimal impact on the 2014-15 school year and the 2015 calendar year. Professional counselors will remain in each of the Mercer Island schools through December 31, 2015. For 2016 (i.e. the

second year of the biennium), it is unclear at this time if there will be reductions.

According to the City’s online newsletter, YFS plans to conduct a thorough needs assessment to determine a future service configuration to match community needs and professional best practices to the children, youth, adults, seniors and families of Mercer Island. Future funding and services will be determined in 2015.

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Also at the meeting, the superintendent shared a draft of values for the board to consider to determine new elementary boundaries with the introduction of the fourth elementary school.

The values will be on the consent agenda for the board’s Sept. 25 meeting.

For more, go to www.mercerislandschools.org.

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Four are National Merit Semi-finalists Mercer Island High School students named National Merit semifinalists The Mercer Island S cho ol District and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the selection of four Mercer Island High School students as National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. They are Lauren Hsue, David Emanuels, Randy Bolerjack / Special to the Reporter Louis Lam and Carlin The four National Merit Scholarship semifinalists are, Chuck.

“I could not be more from left, Lauren Hsue, Carlin Chuck, Louis Lam and David proud of Lauren, David, Emanuels.

Louis and Carlin. This accomplishment is a have helped me develop the 21st century economy result of their dedication my critical thinking, col- depends on lessons like and focus,” said MIHS laboration, and commu- these.”

Principal Vicki Puckett. nication skills, which I “This is a tremendous S e v e nt e e n - y e a r- o l d feel has prepared me very achievement for these stuHsue has not chosen a well for college and my dents and we are incredcollege yet, but is interest- future career.” ibly proud of them,” said ed in Stanford University “Particularly in the MISD Superintendent Dr. and Brown University. last few years, instruc- Gary Plano.

“I would like to go into tors have really emphaSemifinalists repremedicine, although I am sized the practical appli- sent the top one percent not sure what specialty cations of class material,” of entrants from each I intend to pursue. At says Hsue. “Last year our state on the Preliminary the moment, I consider AP Calculus class stud- SAT/National Merit orthopedic surgery and ied rates of change using Scholarship Qualifying anesthesia my main inter- newspaper articles, most Test. ests. A career in medi- of which dealt with globTo advance to finalist cine would allow me to al economics. This year, standing, each semifinaluse my strengths to help my studies in Business ist must submit an appliothers, and would bring Law will touch on small cation including essays me plenty of opportunity business ownership and and examples of extrafor lifelong learning in a on corporate regulation curricular achievements constantly-evolving field,” policy. More generally, and leadership. NMSC, an said Hsue. my education prepared independent not-for-profEmanuels, who also has me to effectively analyze it organization, was estaban interest in becoming a arguments and opinions; lished in 1955 to conduct doctor, says, “My teach- acknowledge alternate the annual National Merit ers have done a great job viewpoints; and extend Scholarship Program. incorporating new tech- basic skills and knowlnology, current events, edge to solve an unfamiland global issues into iar problem. Success in their curriculum and

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Heather. The winery was founded in 2005 and produces around 300 cases of wine annually.

The winemaker is the third Mercer Island resiMake-A-Wish of Alaska dent on the non-profit and Washington, the non- board. He joins Brian Mock profit organization that and Jeff Dunn on the board grants wishes to children of trustees. with life-threatening mediSince 1986, Make-Acal conditions, Wish Alaska and has announced Washington has that Islander granted wishes to John Ramseyer more than 5,400 has joined children with lifethe Board of threatening medical Trustees. conditions to enrich Ramseyer the human experience is the Seattle with hope, strength John Ramseyer B r a n c h and joy. According to Manager at a 2011 U.S. study of Robert W. Baird & Co. and wish impact, most health has been an SEC registered professionals surveyed representative since 1995. believe a wish-come-true Ramseyer is also the owner can influence the health of Ramseyer Vineyards in of children. Kids say Zillah, Wash., with his wife wishes give them renewed

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Mosbacker tops in client satisfaction Islander Martin Mosbacker a financial advisor, with Mosbacker, Lee & Associates, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., has received high marks from his clients in the recent Ameriprise Financial Client Relationship Study.

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Brindley named ‘Trial Lawyer of the Year’ Long time Mercer Island resident, Ralph Brindley was recently awarded the 2014 Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Washington Sate Association for Justice.

The inscription on the award reads: “For your grace, integrity, exceptional advocacy skills, compassion for the unjustly injured, and earning the utmost respect from your adversaries and the bench, we honor as exemplifying the best of being a trial lawyer.”

Brindley has been a resident of Mercer Island for over 30 years and is a partner in the Luvera Law firm in Seattle.

Scholarship award for Brockmeyer Covenant Shores employee Jim Brockmeyer was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from LeadingAge Washington in recognition of his “personal commitment dedication and continuing education in long term care.”

County Council approves ordinance and rules for ‘for-hire’ transportation Taxi’s, Lyft and Uber get clarification

The Metropolitan King County Council on Monday gave its unanimous approval to an ordinance that continues the County’s regional cooperation on the regulation of for-hire transportation, while establishing ground rules for the operation of the emerging Transportation Network Companies within unincorporated King County, a press release said.

“After months of public hearings and meetings with interested parties, I believe we have crafted a piece of legislation that the stakeholders can be pleased with,” Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, chair of the County’s Government Accountability and Oversight Committee, said in a press release.

“This legislation brings King County in step with the City of Seattle and will provide the consumers, companies and drivers with a new level of protection and certainty.”

King County regulates taxis and for-hire vehicles that transport passengers for compensation within the unincorporated communities of the County.

To promote public safety and customer service, since 1979 the County, the City of Seattle, and the Port of Seattle have collaborated on a program to regionalize taxicab regulations and licensing by developing consistent regulations and services across jurisdictions. Emerging companies such as Lyft

and Uber—also known as Transportation Network Companies (TNCs)— have developed as alternatives to taxicabs and for-hire vehicles, offering opportunities for private citizens to use smartphone application-based technology (apps), and their phones’ GIS capabilities to pick up rides for fares or suggested donations. TNCs have not had specific regulations on the operation of the companies.

This summer, the Seattle City Council adopted legislation for the operation on TNCs, significantly changing its approach to the regulation of the taxi and forhire industries, making major changes to how drivers will be licensed and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Today’s Council ordinance mirrors the Seattle City Council’s regulation of TNCs in unincorporated King County and the 16 cities that the County provides regulatory services. The ordinance also streamlines regulations for taxis and for-hire vehicles and drivers.

With these new regulations, taxi and for-hire associations or thirdparty vendors can provide background checks, training, and vehicle inspections.

In addition, the Council’s legislation will also extend the ability to make use of new technology to all the forhire industry, allowing taxis and for-hires to use phone-based apps that are also used by Lyft and Uber.

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To the editor

Erik Swenson, MD Eileen Bennhoff, RN, ARNP May Reed, MD Cornelia Schneider RN, MN Dave Bronstein, MD

Thanks to Council for endorsement of I-594 More people die from guns than cars in fourteen states. Washington is one of those fourteen states. We institute safeguards and requirements before someone is permitted to operate a motor vehicle with the goal of maintaining public health and safety. Why not require background checks before gun ownership, also in the name of public health and safety?

Why should anyone selling military assault weapons without subjecting the buyer to a background check be permitted to call himself a private dealer? This is as absurd as a person selling narcotics on the street, calling himself a private pharmacist.

We healthcare providers are on the front lines, observing and attempting to mitigate the great toll gun violence takes on victims, families and communities.

A gunshot victim is likely to suffer physically and psychologically for many years, if not for the rest of their lives. Every life we save and every future we can assure is worth the effort. Background checks for all gun purchases is not a panacea, but it is certainly worth our effort and represents no meaningful infringement on responsible gun ownership.

We thank the Mercer Island City Council for formally endorsing I-594. Bravo!

I-594 just first step to make communities safer s As a mom who does everything in my power to make sure my kids are safe, I plan on voting “Yes” on Initiative 594 this November to keep guns out of dangerous hands by closing the background check loophole. New statistics released by Everytown for Gun Safety have confirmed that background checks are effective at keeping guns out of dangerous hands.

In Washington state, federal background checks have stopped more than 40,000 gun sales to prohibited purchasers since 1998.

Of those, more than 6,000 were domestic abusers.

We can do even more to reduce crime and keep our kids safe.

Currently, handguns sold by licensed dealers require a background check but unfortunately, a major loophole still exists. Anyone can evade a background check by purchasing a gun from an unlicensed seller online, at a gun show, or from a complete stranger.

Initiative 594 closes that loophole.

In the 16 states and Washington, D.C. that have background checks on all handgun sales, there were

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We must do everything we can to make our kids and communities safer—and 594 is a step in that direction. Please join me in voting “Yes” on Initiative 594.

Jessica Olsen

Is giving park land for Arts Center OK? Other than the Council and Reporter readers, how many Islanders have heard of MICA (Mercer Island Center for the Arts)? Do they know that Mercerdale Park is where MICA plans to build its Center? Indeed, the Council, on July 21, 2014, voted to let that happen by allowing MICA an extended “potential use” of Mercerdale Park’s northwest portion.

MICA documents indicate an estimated 10,500 square-foot building. This may be a modest estimate given MICA’s plans. They include a 350-seat theater, a 100seat recital hall, a 100-seat black box theater area, an expansive lobby for gallery exhibitions, and more. As well, a permanent home for Youth Theater Northwest (YTN), with rehearsal spaces and classrooms for same, will be provided. MICA’s infringement on Mercerdale Park’s small space is

their library, such as Vashon significant.

In fact, Council’s decision Islanders, and have supported to allow MICA’s building in those communities.

Over 1200 patrons who use and Mercerdale Park ignores its own Vision statement that “Open space love Mercer Island Library as it is (trees and green spaces) preserva- have signed petitions, which were tion continues to be a primary delivered to the KCLS Board in April, requestactivity for attaining the ing that the community’s quality-ofMercer Island life vision and protectLibrary not be ing and enhancing the Send your letters to: closed for up to environment ....” editor@mi-reporter.com. a year for inteWe all want to Keep it brief, courteous, rior demolition keep Youth Theatre and sign your name. and renovation.

Northwest here. But These patrons why must it and MICA’s anticipated cultural enclave be at love our beautiful community the expense of Mercerdale Park? library, which one of our City There’s available city space and Council members has called a land elsewhere. And it has what “quintessential small town library.”

MICA lacks for its proposed struc- Our library functions well and ture in Mercerdale Park. Adequate serves the community by proparking! In fact, the Island’s cen- viding resources, meeting space, trally-located Community Center computer access, and safe and has space, land and 222 parking comfortable places for quiet reading and research. spaces.

If our City Council sends a letSo let’s preserve and protect our parkland. And in case Council ter to the KCLS Board representhas forgotten, that was the aim of ing these 1200+ constituents, and the 1997 successful petition drive asks the KCLS Board to honor the which kept Mercerdale as a reser- goals of the 2004 bond issue we voir of “open space” surrounded voted for--limiting the changes to by an increasing population den- (1) “necessary updates”, (2) “access to more books and materials”, and sity.

Jean Majury (3) receipts for returned books, WHILE canceling the planned major renovations--I trust the KCLS Board to dialogue about this and have the courage to cancel the The King County Library plans for major renovations.

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letters | FROM 5 Avenue “flagship” building in response to community objection--after 6 years and over $19 million spent on planning. I hope that the KCLS Board will follow their lead and cancel the major renovation of our library--after only one year and $60,000 spent on planning.

I trust our City Council to represent their constituents and send a request to the KCLS Board to cancel renovation of our building, providing instead only necessary updates requiring minimal closure time. And I trust the KCLS Board to honor and approve a request by a City Council that repre-

sents their constituents.

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Sound Transit is ‘not interested’ in alternatives After attending the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce meeting on Sept. 4, it is clear that the Sound Transit train has left the station. They are willing to spend $8 to $18 million to build a bus terminal on Mercer Island so that buses do not have to cross two lanes from the HOV lane on I-90 to exit to Bellevue Way to the S. Bellevue Park and Ride. They have more than one half mile to safely accomplish that task. I

PUBLIC NOTICES Advertisement for Bids CITY OF MERCER ISLAND, WASHINGTON 2014 Decant Facility Retrofit Project (XD313C) DATE OF BID OPENING: September 26, 2014 TIME: 10:00am Sealed bids for the 2014 Decant Facility Retrofit Project will be received by the City of Mercer Island at the DSG Permit Counter, 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, Washington 98040 until 10:00am local time on September 26th, 2014 at which time bids will be opened and publicly read.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK Work to be performed under this contract includes furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the construction of the following improvements: This is a retrofit project of an existing stormwater decant facility which exists in themaintenance yard at The City of Mercer Island. This project is funded in part by grant provided by The Washington State Department of Ecology. This facility is designed for prevention of decanted stormwater comingling with natural run-off ultimately flowing into Lake Washington.

A single contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid for the schedule(s) selected by the City after bid opening and prior to award. Each bidder, by submission of the proposal, acknowledges and understands the rights reserved by the Owner in awarding the contract and the Owner’s right to modify the size of the project.

Bids are to be submitted only on the forms provided in the Specifications. All bidding and all construction shall be carried out in compliance with the Plans and Specifications for this project.

Each bid proposal shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond within the same time stated in the Specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to the City of Mercer Island.

The City expressly reserves the right to reject any and all bids

and to waive minor informalities and irregularities in the bidding process. Bids shall remain open for a period of sixty (60) calendar days from the date of Bid opening and no bidder may withdraw their bid during this period.

Free-of-charge access to project bid documents (plans, specifications, addenda, and Bidders List) is provided to Prime Bidders, Subcontractors, and Vendors by going to www.bxwa.com and clicking on “Posted Projects”, “Public Works”, and “City of Mercer Island”. This online plan room provides Bidders with fully usable online documents with the ability to: download, view, print, order full/partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources, and a free online digitizer/takeoff tool. It is recommended that Bidders “Register” in order to receive automatic e-mail notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the “SelfRegistered Bidders List”. Bidders that do not register will not be automatically notified of addenda and will need to periodically check the on-line plan room for addenda issued on this project.

Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at (425) 258-1303 should you require assistance with access or registration.

It is anticipated that this project will be funded in part by the Washington State Department of Ecology. Neither the State of Washington nor any of its departments or employees are, or shall be, a party to any contract or any subcontract resulting from this solicitation for bids.

Bidder questions are to be directed to Arnie Clark, Project Manager, by email at (arnie.clark @mercergov.org), by phone at (206-275-7880) or by fax at (206-275-7814).

As part of the City’s affirmative action effort, the City encourages the participation of certified disadvantaged businesses and women’s business enterprises to act as prime contractors as well as subcontractors on this project.

Ali Spietz City Clerk City of Mercer Island Published in the Mercer Island Reporter on September 17, 2014. #1138410.

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guess it is OK to cross two lanes to get to the HOV lane but not to leave it. That trip would be 3 miles shorter per round trip and a much faster train commute to and from Seattle by avoiding the I-90 back up across Mercer Island.

Sound Transit has a plan and is on the road “selling”. They are not interested in an alternative that cost much less and does not disrupt the north end of MI Town Center.

The newest plan is to utilize 80th Avenue over I-90 as the bus terminal. They say that the number of buses on MI will be about the same as now. At the same time they say that during peak travel time the number of buses will be 24 per hour. That is a bus every 2.5 minutes for at least 2 hours in the morning and evening. Can you imagine trying to use 80th in your car and having a bus coming and turning around every 2.5 minutes? It will be like a “demolition derby”.

With trains coming every 8 to 10 minutes that will mean that there will be 4 to 5 buses parked on 80th waiting to pick up passengers. Is there enough space for 5 buses to make the turns and park on the over pass? Will the overpass carry the load?

Once the light rail goes through Bellevue, the num-

| www.mi-reporter.com ber of buses using Bellevue Way will be greatly reduced.

There will be room for buses from the Eastside to park at the S. Bellevue Station.

They have an unrestricted path to the Park and Ride, which is less than a half mile from I-90. They will only have to travel less than one quarter of a mile on Bellevue Way without causing disruption to a business center or neighborhood.

Unless we let our City Council know, that they should fight for NO bus terminal on MI, Sound Transit and Metro will literally ROLL buses over us.

Metro is already planning to reduce bus service on Mercer Island which will increase the demand for parking in the Town Center.

We should be negotiating for improved bus service on the Island, to reduce the need for Islanders to drive to the Town Center.

I doubt if additional parking at the Community Center will solve the parking problem. Sound Transit needs the additional parking on Mercer Island while they re-build the S. Bellevue Park and Ride. We should not give Sound Transit what they want. It is a BAD exchange.

JUST SAY NO to the Bus Terminal.

John Scherzo

City invites riders to take part in bus survey

City to consider buy back of some routes, services In ten days, King County Metro bus service will be severely cut on the Island. To learn more about the specific routes and schedules to be cut or modified and in order to address serious community concerns about future mobility, the City Council is exploring various options to 'buy back' certain services, Metro is now preparing to cut bus service beginning September 27, to address its on-going budget shortfall. Although the size of the cuts was recently scaled back slightly due to more favorable sales tax revenue projections, the impact on Mercer Island will be severe.

Of the 16 routes that circulate on -or traverse across the North-end of the Island, 13 will be reduced or eliminated entirely. The following table summarizes the cuts currently planned (note that once routes are deleted, they are not expected to return, even if funding begins to recover): Several of the routes identified for elimination are important circulators that loop around the

King County Metro bus route changes Sept. 27, 2014 Deletions: Routes 202, 203, 205, 210, 211, 213, 215, 217 Reductions: Routes 204, 212 October 2015 Deletion: Route 201 Reductions: Routes 111, 114 Island, or offer transport between key locations such as the Community Center, City Hall, and the Park and Ride lot.

The City may consider using circulator vans, ondemand buses, and other means to make up the difference.

Citizens are encouraged to watch City's homepage for more information on this topic. As part of its necessary research on current bus usage, the City has launched a survey of current riders in partnership with King County Metro. The data gathered from this survey will help inform Council where and when reduced replacement service is needed most.

In the coming days, surveys will be distributed on the Island's bus routes, or residents can visit http:// www.mercergov.org/Page. asp?NavID=3042.

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8, when she struck a green Subaru in front of her — which had stopped for a car turning in front of him that had stopped for pedestrians in a cross walk in the 4800 block of Island Crest Way. It appeared that Mini Cooper driver was following too close behind the Subaru, a police report said. No one was hurt.

Switched: A pair of cancelled license plates that had been on a 1993 black Acura Integra (presumably) formerly belonging to a 40-year old Issaquah man, were found on a 1996 white Toyota Tercel parked in the 2000 block of 80th Avenue S.E. on Sept. 7 at 11:30 p.m.

The plates were turned over to the state Department of Licensing.

Theft: On Sept. 8, a 55-year old Island woman reported to police that someone had stolen a black and grey Roubaiz bicycle with custom wheels out of her locked garage in the 7600 block

Lost: A 51-year old resident of Covington reported to Island police on Sept. 6 that a blue and while inflatable water trampoline , that belongs to him, had floated

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away from an anchor in the lake near the 6600 block of East Mercer Way. The trampoline is 12 feet in diameter and sits 8 feet off the water with an attached inflatable balance beam.

Found: A 47-year old man reported a bike found along S.E. 36th Street. The bike had been there for three days, he said.

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Fire Chief takes job in California Tubbs recruited by Marin County fire district

lic safety at the helm. We Tubbs acknowledged wish him all the best in the bittersweet nature of his great new opportunity," the transition: he will be said Treat. closer to his grandchilChief Tubbs was raised dren in Sacramento and on Mercer Island. He thus anticipates retiring Long-time Mercer began working for the Fire ultimately in California.

Island Fire Chief Chris Department in 1978 while At the same time, he will Tubbs is leaving Mercer still a senior at Mercer move on reluctantly from Island High leadership of an organiIsland on Oct. S c h o o l , zation of highly capable, 1 to assume e v e nt u a l l y skilled individuals that is the position of Wanted: A 48-year old being hired recognized and respected Deputy Chief Renton man was arrested as a fulltime by the fire service region/ Fire Chief of for an outstanding warrant f i re f i g ht e r ally, and that has even the Southern when he was operating a in 1982. As grown to influence the Marin Fire boat and violated a restrictChief, he profession nationally.

Protection ed ‘no wake zone’ under has success"It has been a true priviDistrict in the East Seattle bridge. fully led the lege working for two excelSausalito, Police found that the man Department lent City Managers, and California, had a felony warrant out of for six and with an incredible staff," effective Snohomish County for lara half years. said Tubbs. "I will cherish ceny/theft 2 with bail set at October 1. $5,000. He was booked into He is highly- the friendships and conChief Tubbs the King County Jail. r e s p e c t e d nections to this commuwas recruited among peers nity that I have developed for the posifor his lev- over these many years, and tion and -after e l - h e a d e d know the Mercer Island extensive perthat does not require medical g u i d a n c e , Fire Department will sonal delibera- Mercer Island Fire attention. However, parents of and his always be a large part of tion- accepted Chief Chris Tubbs children with asthma should k n o w l e d g e my life. I am honored to the opportube aware that their children nity, although he consid- and eagerness to experi- have served here." appear to be more susceptible ers it the most difficult ment with improvements to serious illness. decision he's ever made. to operations, always with "It's important for families Questions about subscription, call In the coming days, City an eye on providing excepto make sure asthma symp1-888-838-3000 Manager Noel Treat will tional public service. toms are under control, and announce plans to fill to see a health care provider if the position. "We will a person with asthma develcertainly miss having ops a respiratory illness that Shirley W. Schweet Chris's dedication and worsens asthma symptoms," November 11, 1920 - July 30, 2014 deep knowledge of pubDuchin said.

Shirley W. Schweet was a beloved family member and a dog’s best friend.

She was born in a small farming town in Iowa on November 11, 1920.

Robert Phillip Miles Shirley was a 2nd Lieutenant in Robert Phillip Miles, 84, died WWII in the women’s Marine Thursday, August 21, 2014 in Santa Corps, and held a Bachelor’s degree Barbara, California. in Sociology (Iowa State University, He was born June 19, 1930 in Los 1948). Shirley did post-graduate work Angeles, CA to Francis Sweeting Miles in Art Education at the University of and Helen Wulser Miles. He grew up in Kentucky and Morehead State University.

Southern California where he developed a Shirley was a vibrant, passionate, and energetic woman lifelong passion for sailing and the sea. He with an artistic flair and a love of nature. Photography attended UCLA and joined the ROTC. and quilting were absorbing hobbies, but those pursuits Upon graduation with a degree in engineering, he served his didn’t hold a candle to her devotion to her grandchildren. country and was stationed in Korea. After returning back to She had an unbridled enthusiasm for any activity remotely the US, he went to UCSB and received a masters in Business connected to any grandchild, whether it was sports, music, Economics. dancing, or art, and she was willing to be trounced by any Bob launched his career with IBM before starting his own one of them at video games when they were young. Over computer company, ROI, on Mercer Island,Washington where he her lifespan, numerous canine and feline animals hit the and his wife, Rae, raised their two children. Along with building jackpot when they were rescued and adopted by Shirley. his business, he coached his kids’ soccer teams and taught them She loved nothing more than being walked by a dog in one the joy of sailing. of Mercer Island’s beautiful parks.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Dianne. Marrying in 1991, Shirley passed away on July 30, 2014 at the age of 93 they created many wonderful memories while sharing life together while residing, and being lovingly cared for by staff, at in many lovely locales including Mercer Island, WA, Orcas Island, Sunrise of Mercer Island. Her husband, Richard S. Schweet WA and New Zealand before moving to Santa Barbara in 1999. predeceased her in 1967, as well as her oldest daughter, Bob will be remembered for his sense of humor, impish Lynn Gail Schweet, in 1968. practical jokes, love of sailing, organizational skills, sharp mind for Shirley is survived by her son, Richard R. Schweet business and numbers, list building, fearlessness to try new things, (Kirkland), and her daughter, Laurin Schweet and son-inlaw, Don Thompson (Mercer Island), and five talented and and love of his grandkids. spirited grandchildren, Ryan Schweet (Chicago, IL), Eric Bob is also survived by his son Steve (Beth), his daughter Alison Thompson (Charlotte, NC), Andy Thompson (Mercer (Glenn) his stepsons Mark (Sheila),Todd (Kathy), Don (Shari); and Island), Carley Schweet (New York, NY), and Evan 6 grandkids: Abby, Eric, John, Cameron, Annie and Colton.

Thompson (Mercer Island).

A Celebration of Life will be held, at the Santa Barbara Yacht A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, Club on Thursday, October 2nd at 3:30 p.m. RSVP if possible at September 20, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at the Mercer Island 805-899-2996 or 626-484-0104.

Community Center. In lieu of flowers, the family requests In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation may be given that donations be made to the Seattle King County to the SB Youth Sailing Foundation, 130 Harbor Way, Santa Humane Society at http://www.seattlehumane.org Barbara, CA 93109.

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ArtUncorked Islanders flocked to the first annual ArtUncorked in the Sculpture Park along the Sunset Highway on a pefect September evening. Along with art scattered along sidewalks and in the park, there was wine for tasting and buying.

At top left, glass sculptures by Jesse Kelly, both fiery and cool, spring up out of the grass next to other resident art.

At center, City of Mercer Island Development Services director, Scott Greenberg and his wife Monica, offer guests wine from their own Convergence Zone Cellars in Woodinville.

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Elementary School 4 features green construction concepts and materials, including green (planted) roofs, as well as outdoor areas for play, an indoor courtyard, a playfield and walkways and connections to encourage families to walk to school.

The Mercer Island Design Commission voted to grant preliminary design approval for Elementary School 4, at the corner of 86th Avenue S.E. and S.E. 40th Street.

The design, by Mahlum Architects included some changes the commission had asked for in a previous meetings.

The 77,000 square foot, one and two story building will include 20 general classrooms, 2 art/science/ technology labs, and an enlarged community gymnasium, cafeteria and kitchen. There will be library, administrative and faculty support spaces.

The school district has yet to decide the number of students who will attend the school. But, school officials have said that elementary school sizes between 400 and 500 students are optimal.

There will also be an interior courtyard that will be used as outdoor classroom space. Some roofs will be ‘green’ and will be covered

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with plantings. The main also being designed to allow entrance to the building will community use as well. The be along 86th Avenue S.E. gyms and common areas screened by existing trees, can be accessed after hours where a two lane driveway while allowing some areas will slope down to parking to be secured. Outside there and drop off zone. From are areas for kids to dig in 86th just the second story the dirt, bounce balls off the will be visible. exterior walls and operate Most of the parking will a pump the powers a founbe to the east of the school tain by hand. There will be nearer to Mary Wayte room both outdoors and in, Pool. There will be another toE display student art and NC entrance to the school from FEREprojects.

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Islanders win turnover battle to cruise past Chargers Mercer Island volleyball

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Four Mercer Island takeaways lead to season’s first win

Islanders off to fast start with state title rematch Friday

By Joseph Livarchik

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Mercer Island needed to play a couple quarters of football to get going in its season opener. But Friday night, that wasn’t the case.

Capitalizing on two early fumble recoveries, Mercer Island jumped out to an early 21-0 lead over Kentridge and never looked back, cruising past the Chargers 44-10 Friday, Sept. 12 at French Field in Kent.

The Islanders recovered four Kentridge fumbles throughout Friday’s contest, creating 17 points off turnovers.

“Our guys have been talking all year about how we have to win the turnover battle and the guys did a good job of that tonight,” said head coach Brett Ogata after the game.

Kentridge opened the game with a 10-play drive before a fumbled handoff inside Mercer Island’s 40-yard line was recovered by the Islanders’ Jackson Caputo. Eight plays later, Alfonso Gonzalez capped a 64-yard drive with a 15-yard touchdown run to put the Islanders ahead, 7-0. Then a fumble on the ensuing kickoff put Mercer Island at the Chargers’ 30-yard line.

Two plays later, Gonzalez found Jack Counihan for a

By Joseph Livarchik

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Mercer Island’s Jack Counihan (22) celebrates his first-quarter touchdown with teammate Jack Vassau. The Islanders beat Kentridge 44-10 Friday night at French Field. three-yard touchdown pass to put the Islanders ahead 14-0 with 4:13 remaining in the opening period.

After a Kentridge threeand-out, Mercer Island extended its lead to 21-0 in the opening minute of the second quarter, with Gonzalez finding Eric Kim on a 13-yard touchdown pass.

The Chargers reached the end zone on its next possession, finishing a 12-play drive with a twoyard touchdown run by Malik McFerrin. But seven plays later, Mercer Island made it 28-7 on a 39-yard touchdown pass from Anthony Scalzo to Patrick Nielson. A 29-yard field

Mercer Island volleyball opened its campaign as defending 3A champs by winning its first two games of the season last week, besting Metro squads Eastside Catholic and Seattle Prep at Mercer Island High School.

Starting off the year with a six-game home stretch, the Islanders swept the Crusaders in three sets in Tuesday’s season opener, winning 25-16, 25-19 and 25-20. Jemma Yeadon had nine kills, five digs and two blocks, Olivia Hughes had three kills, three aces

and two blocks and Natalie Robinson had three aces while posting 27 assists.

Two nights later, Mercer Island topped Seattle Prep 3-1, falling in the first set 25-18 before winning out 25-23, 25-23 and 25-17.

Caroline Hamilton contributed 17 kills, seven digs and four aces. Kelly Behrbaum had 15 kills, Olivia Hughes had five kills, seven blocks and four digs, and Natalie Robinson had five kills, 11 digs, five aces and three blocks while contributing 41 assists.

Mercer Island hosts Lake Washington at 7 p.m. tonight at MIHS. Then on Friday, the Islanders host a rematch of last year’s 3A state championship game, taking on Holy Names at 7 p.m.

Prep sports calendar

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Alex Bell evades Kentridge defenders on a 28-yard reception from Alfonso Gonzalez. goal from Connor King to end the half would be the last points Kentridge would score.

A week after watching

a game slip away in the closing minutes to Bishop Blanchet, Ogata said he

Wednesday | 17 Cross-country vs.

Bellevue, Juanita, 4 p.m.

Volleyball vs. Lake Washington, 7 p.m.

Boys water polo vs.

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Thursday | 18 Boys golf vs. Juanita, 3:30 p.m.

Girls swim & dive vs.

Eastlake, 3:30 p.m.

Boys tennis @ Inglemoor, 3:45 p.m.

Girls soccer @ Eastlake, 7:30 p.m.

Friday | 19 Volleyball vs. Holy Names, 7 p.m.

Football @ Bellevue, 7 p.m.

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MI boys water polo starts season with two wins

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With the demolition of its old building, the Mercerwood Shore Club is ready to begin construction of its new club facility. Designed by Weinstein A+U Architects and built by locally owned and operated Mercer Builders, the new swim and fitness center is expected to be completed in May. The new 8,000 square-foot building replaces the 61-year-old facility.

Seahawks name Emanuels its ‘Athlete of the Week’

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In a special event at Mercer Island High School, the Seattle Seahawks, CenturyLink, Inc., Q13 Fox and Sports Authority announced David Emanuels as the CenturyLink High School Athlete of the Week.

Emanuels will also be recognized at CenturyLink Field during the Sept. 21 Seahawks game against the Denver Broncos.

“David is a wonderful example of a student-athlete. He shows exemplary performance in the classroom and on the field,” said MIHS Principal Vicki Puckett. “David is a kind yet strong leader among his peers. He is a very strong student and makes his studies his number one priority while also excelling athletically. He is truly an academic leader at MIHS.” “I’m so honored to receive this award from the Seahawks,” said Emanuels.

“I couldn’t have done it without the constant support of my family, teachers, coaches and friends.”

Emanuels was selected to be the ‘Athlete of the Week’ based on his dedication to academics, community involvement, leadership and athletic performance.

He has maintained a 4.0 grade-point average and is enrolled in four advanced placement classes, one honors course and robotics.

Emanuels was named one of four National Merit semifinalists from MIHS and has been an active member of Volunteers Outreach in Communities Everywhere, volunteering for many organizations including the Special Olympics and Boys and Girls Club. He also spent his summer volunteering two days a week at the UW Medical Center.

Emanuels is a multi-sport athlete and was selected as

captain both his junior and senior football seasons. He was selected as the Team Defensive Player of the Year along with second team all-league honors in the KingCo conference during his junior year.

In addition to the ceremony at MIHS and CenturyLink Field, Emanuels will receive a $1,200 grant from Sports Authority to be utilized for the MIHS athletic department, a personalized Seahawks jersey, a custom Seahawks football, two game tickets and sidelines passes to the Seahawks home game against the Broncos, a CenturyLink High School Athlete of the Week patch for his letterman jacket and recognition on the HawkVision video board, Q13 Fox, Seahawks Game Day broadcast and Seahawks.com.

Mercer Island boys water polo started the season with back-to-back wins facing off against non-league opponents Curtis and AuburnRiverside.

The Islanders beat Auburn-Riverside 18-11 in an effort that saw 11 different players score.

In a rematch of last year’s state semifinal game, Mercer Island bested Curtis 7-5 at the Vikings’ home pool in a come-from-behind victory.

The Islanders struggled against Curtis on both sides of the ball in the first half, picking up four ejections and garnering only two goals out of 11 shot attempts. Topher Lacrampe got the Islander offense started with a lob shot to the right corner at 2:16 in the first quarter. Lefty Jack Larkin made the Islanders’ second goal at 5:34 in the second quarter, but that was it as the Islanders entered half-time down 2-3.

The Vikings held the Islanders scoreless in the third quarter, increasing its lead 5-2. Mercer Island was

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Jack Larkin, above, scored four of Mercer Island’s five fourth-quarter goals as the Islanders rallied to beat Curtis 7-5 Thursday, Sept. 11 at Curtis High School. unable to convert a 5-meter and man-up opportunity and exited the quarter with no goals on five shot attempts.

The fourth quarter was a different story as Islander Jack Larkin launched an offensive flurry. Larkin scored 4 of his 5 game goals in the final quarter, including three goals in a two-minute stretch to open the period. Conner Vacca scored the go-ahead goal with 2:01 left and Larkin finished it off at 1:04 for a final score of 7-5.

Coach Andrew Smith-

Jones said, “It’s nice to win but there’s a lot that we still need to work on to achieve the goals we made for ourselves. When we were behind in the Curtis game, it was an opportunity to see if we can dig deep in the 4th and get after it.”

The Islanders begin league play this week and will face Roosevelt at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday night at the Mercer Island Country Club. A complete boys water polo schedule is available at www.mercerislandwaterpolo.com.

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football | FROM 12 wanted to see his team cut down on penalties, work cleaner on the transitions in special teams and improve its run defense.

Overall, he was pleased with what he saw Friday night.

“We’re getting there. I’m happy we made improvement, we just have to keep

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Miller named Centennial Conference Player of the Week

getting better every week,” he said. “We’ve still got a ways to go, it’s only game two of the year. Hopefully next week, we’re a lot better.”

Next up, the Islanders travel to Bellevue to take on the reigning 3A state champion Wolverines.

The game starts at 7 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 19 at Bellevue High School.

Haverford College sophomore goalkeeper and Mercer Island grad Sam Miller was named the Centennial Conference’s Defensive Player of the Week Monday, Sept. 15.

Miller posted his first shutout of the season Saturday, Sept. 13 against Lebanon Valley with nine saves in Haverford’s 1-0 win. The Fords had to play 10 on 10 for the game’s final 22 minutes, as both teams saw a player sent off with a red card. The Fords lost another player to a red card shortly after, playing the final 17 minutes down a man. Haverford’s Tejan Walcott scored the game-winning Haverford College goalkeeper and Islander grad Sam Miller recorded his first shutout of the season last Saturday (file photo). goal in the 88th minute.

This is the second time Miller has received defensive player of the nition his freshman year. Last sea- for Haverford, starting eight while week honors, also earning recog- son, Miller appeared in nine games recording 37 saves.

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Girls soccer Tuesday, Sept. 9 Edmonds-Woodway 1, Mercer Island 0 EWHS - 0 1 1 MIHS - 0 0 0 No scoring available.

Thursday, Sept. 11 Mercer Island 5, Lynnwood 1 MIHS - 3 2 5 LHS - 0 1 1 No scoring available.

Saturday, Sept. 13 Mercer Island 3, Newport 0 MIHS - 2 1 3 NHS - 0 0 0 Mercer Island—Julia Meade (Piper Casey) 16:00; Namya Malik (Olivia Morris) 38:00; Sylvie Dornay (Meredith Theime) 71:00.

Tuesday, Sept. 9 Mercer Island 18, Auburn-Riverside 11 MIHS - 8 7 0 3 18 ARHS - 1 2 4 4 11 Mercer Island—(Goals) Samuel Nair 3, Carson Coe 3, Tommaso Stillitano 2, Anthony Pedreira 2, Erik Raisys 2, Parker Bannister 1, Trevor Gullstad 1, Jack Larkin 1, Nic LaCrampe 1, Conner Vacca 1, Garrett Misselwitz 1. (Saves) Hunter Peshkin 9.

Auburn-Riverside—(Goals) Eriin Snyder 5, Tye Dutcher 5, Daniel Godfley 1. (Saves) Not available.

Thursday, Sept. 11 Mercer Island 7, Curtis 5 MIHS - 1 1 0 5 7 CHS - 1 2 2 0 5 Mercer Island— (Goals) Jack Larkin 5, Topher LaCrampe 1, Conner Vacca 1. (Saves) Hunter Peshkin 11.

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Wednesday | 17 Listening Mothers: 10-11:30 a.m., Sept. 17, SJCC, 3801 East Mercer Way. The Listening Mothers™ program offers a unique opportunity for parents of babies, birth through six months of age, to discover the joys of parenting. Study after study shows that today’s parents are more stressed than ever before. For more information, go to www.communityofmindfulparents.com or call 206-275-0104.

Mercer Island High School Fall Little Cheer Clinic:

5-6 p.m. Sept. 17, Islander Middle School gym. Fall Little Cheer Clinic taught by Mercer Island High School Varsity Cheer Squad Sept.

16 and 17, with a Sept. 26th performance at the MIHS Football game at halftime. $40 for one clinic. For more, contact Jackie Roer at jackie. roer@gmail.com

Thursday | 18 Mercer Gallery Reception:

6:30-8 p.m., Sept. 18, Mercer Island Community & Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Artists’ Reception for Mercer Gallery Exhibit featuring Mercer Island Parks & Recreation Clothed Model and Sculpture Programs.

Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments & entertainment. The exhibit runs Sept.

15 - Oct. 31. For more, contact Eileen Hemmis Trifts at eileen.trifts@mercergov.org or 206-275-7848. mercer island radio operators monthly meeting: 7-8

ing on how to communicate in emergency situations. For more go to the MIRO website at: mirohams.org.

Friday | 19 Tot Shabbat: 9:45 a.m., Sept.

19, SJCC, 3801 E. Mercer Way. Bring your children and celebrate Shabbat with songs and challah on Friday mornings. For more information, contact Dana Weiner at 206-388-1992.

Saturday | 20 ME2.0 TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE IN 5 HOURS: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,

Sept. 20, Mercer Island Community and Events Center, 8236 SE 24th Street.

Join us in a safe and nurturing environment of likeminded people on a journey of powerful self-discovery.

In just five hours you can learn how to live your life boldly, full of confidence and inner trust. Cost: $179 if register by Aug. 31; $279 if registered on or after Sept.

1. Contact Marc Sachnoff at mjs@modernwisdom.com or 858-480-7703.

Mercer Island Girls Select Basketball tryouts: 12-3

p.m. Sept. 20-21, Mercer Island Boys & Girls Club PEAK building, 4120 86th Ave. S.E. The MI Girls Basketball Booster Club is having tryouts for the Mercer Island Girls Basketball Select Program.

All girls, from 4th-8th grade are welcome to tryout. For more information, please visit our website www.migb. org.

Mercer Island Parks & Recreation Day of Play: 1-4

p.m., 3rd Thursday of every month. Main Fire Station, 3030 78th Ave. S.E. Please join the Mercer Island Radio Operators (MIRO) at the North Fire Station for train-

p.m., Sept. 20, Mercerdale Park. Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play is an event designed to promote the importance of PLAY.

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The Nickelodeon Channel will “go black” for several hours on September 20 to encourage families to make time for play. We will host a “Let’s Just Play” event at Mercerdale Park as a part of being a “Playful City, USA”.

Visit Nickelodeon’s website for additional activities to encourage fun and play: www.nick.com. Free event.

For more, contact Amber Britton at amber.britton@ mercergov.org or 206-2757609.

FREE SAT PREP CLASSES: 1-5 p.m., Sept. 20, Mercer Island Community and Events Center, 8236 SE 24th Street.

Presented by Sandweiss Test Prep. For high school students. All students will receive a free copy of The Official SAT Study Guide, instruction on test strategies, and a scored practice test. Registration required beginning Sept.

2. Class size is limited to 22. Register online or call the library (206)236-3537, not the Community Center.

Students must attend all six sessions.

Sunday | 21 Walk With Friendship:

9-1 p.m., Sept. 21, Luther Burbank Park, 2040 84th Ave S.E. The 3rd Annual Walk With Friendship is a family walk and community celebration that raises awareness and funds for The Friendship Circle of Washington, which benefits special needs families in Greater Seattle. Join us for a 5k or 1k loop, exciting entertainment, delicious food, carnival games and activities for the whole family! This year’s entertainment includes break dancing, skate boarding, bouncy houses , face painting, the

Events | ongoing fall mini book sale: Sept.

18-21, during regular library hours. It may be a mini sale but there are still well over 1,000 books in a wide-ranging selection of genres. Stock up on your fall reads. lgbt Mercer island meetup: A new Mercer Island

meet-up group for LGBT women on the Island is being formed. The group is Island- and communitycentered, for women of all ages. Singles, couples, Mariner Moose and more!

For more, contact Mandy Hacker at mandy@friendshipcirclewa.org or 206-3743637. mercer island farmers market: ongoing, Sundays

from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Mercerdale Park. Food, farmers, music, performing artists, nonprofits, kids activities and master gardeners are all in one place for our community. Join weekly email updates to hear about specials.

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Ongoing September through October. Join Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Washington and register for fall courses today.

Choose from courses offered in Seattle, Everett, Redmond and now Mercer Island. Now offering “Comparative Religion,” Tuesdays in September (1-3 p.m.) and “A Survey of Design and Development of the Great Aircraft of History,” Wednesdays in October (10 a.m.-12 p.m.)

For more, visit: www.osher. uw.edu/programs.

Antilles. The sizzling sounds of Mezcla (which means “mixed” in Spanish) have been heard at the Sonoma Jazz Festival and regularly at Yoshi’s in Oakland. Advance tickets: SJCC members/ students/youths/seniors: $20; guests $25. At the door: SJCC members/students/youths/seniors: $25; guests:$30. Contact Pamela Lavitt at PamelaL@sjcc.org, for more.

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3-5 p.m., Sept. 21, Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 East Mercer Way. It may be September, but it’s always summer at the

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MEZCLA JAZZ ALL-STARS FROM CUBA: 5 p.m., Sept. 21. Fusing

Islander Middle School, 8225 S.E. 72nd St. Stay fit, have fun and get a head start on spring! Girls in grades 5-8 play from 10:30-12 p.m., followed by girls in 1st4th grade from 12-1 p.m.

Sundays, Sept. 14 - Nov. 2.

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SJCC pool. Come join us for an end-of-summer splash with floaties and summerthemed snacks. All ages; children six and younger must be supervised in the pool. Free.

Mercer Island Girls Lacrosse Fall Ball: Sept. 21,

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and women with children are all welcome. Plans for events and social activities are underway. For more information, please contact Claire Joly at clairejoly@ msn.com or sign up online at Meetup.com.

STUDY ZONE: 3-6 p.m., Wednesdays Sept. 10-24, Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. S.E. Grades K-12.

Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors. Proofreading help is available. You can also study on your own.

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Dierickx - Quintana Ashley Rose Quintana and Chad Alan Dierickx were married in Seattle on May 31. Ashley was attended by her brother Sean Quintana.

Chad’s best man was Carver Petersen, a long time friend.

Ashley graduated from the University of Colorado - Boulder. Chad graduated from Mercer Island High School in 2001 and Whitworth College in 2005. He is a real estate agent with Redfin.

I just finished the novel Paris Fiction” released in 2006 continWife by Paula McLain, a terrific ues the myth. Best-selling author book about Ernest Hemingway Karen Eiffel (Emma Thompson) and his first wife Hadley has missed her deadlines with the Richardson and their early years in publisher for so long they send an the 1920s, mostly spent in Paris as assistant (Queen Latifah) to coddle he struggled to become a published her, shop for her, pay her bills, and author. meet her every need.

Enjoyable, wellMind you, as a writer researched, and full I too need uninterReading and of creative artists rupted hours to focus. writing who truly loved But the idea these novliterature, the story els of genius are created also made me nosin complete isolation talgic for my earlier is stretching the real days, for the stereowriting world beyond type I grew up with recognition. of authors typing “Even the famous away in their attics, ‘self-taught’ writers,” creative geniuses one of my writing Claire Gebben alone and unsung, teachers informed me, until some savvy “had mentors, already editor took a chance published authors on them and they had their first who would read their work and breakout bestseller. From then on, give them feedback.” Hence the authors got to bask in fame and acknowledgements page in a book. riches beyond their wildest dreams. Writers may write alone, but the Movies continue to perpetuate next level, the revising and polishthis stereotype, perhaps because ing and refining and rewriting the screenplay writers share a simi- are best done in community. An lar fantasy. In “As Good As It Gets,” early readership and thoughtful best-selling author Melvin Udall feedback help a writer build and (Jack Nicholson) lives and writes deepen their work. in isolation, so hostile to everyone So it is that writers seek out around him he even tosses a neigh- one another, in order to grow and bor’s dog down the refuse chute. also to be encouraged, even in the That film is now seventeen years face of multiple rejections. In that old, of course, but “Stranger Than spirit, the Seattle area has much to

offer, from writing meet-up groups to a variety of classes, events, and professional organizations.

Take for instance the Richard Hugo House, a writing mecca operated out of a ramshackle house on Capitol Hill (with parking!).

The Hugo House offers a great selection of classes by published authors and writing instructors, plus readings, literary series, workshops and open mikes. More at http://hugohouse.org.

Another networking hotspot is Northwest Bookfest, held this fall on November 1-2 at Northwest University in Kirkland. The twoday conference “will focus on the benefits and challenges of digital publishing. … This conference will provide education, networking opportunities and information about the many facets of this new alternative publishing model.” http://nwbookfest.com/ Seattle Free Lances (seattlefreelances.org) is a professional and social network of writers in the Pacific Northwest. Started in 1921 by author and Seattle PostIntelligencer editor Miss Mabel T. Harding and ten other local Seattle writers, the group has met monthly for over nine decades, offering an opportunity for writers to support one another, network, and keep their fingers on the pulse of the ever-changing writing and

publishing industry. The first meeting of the fall season happens tonight, September 17, 6:45 p.m. at the UW Botanic Gardens, where author Terry Persun speaks on “Publishing and Marketing Your Books And Articles: Today’s Many Publishing Options.” The organization holds monthly meetings at the Botanic Gardens, the next one schedule for October 15. More at http://seattlefreelances.org.

At these and other events around town, writers have the opportunity to network, to engage face to face with audiences for their work, and to champion literature.

Assets invaluable to every writer.

Except the likes of Ernest Hemingway, you’re thinking.

Wasn’t he the epitome of the self-made writer? Not exactly.

In the well-researched Paris Wife, the story goes that in Paris, Hemingway sat at the feet of the likes of Gertrude Stein, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ezra Pound and others.

Not only that, he took letters of introduction with him to Paris in the first place, assuring his entrée into that world.

Writers need time alone getting creative, and time in the world networking. Not to mention the great characters you’ll meet, who will find a way into your stories.

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ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT Looking for an exciting career in Sales? Sound Publishing, Inc. has an immediate opening for a n A d ve r t i s i n g S a l e s Consultant with the Issaquah/ Sammamish Reporter! The ideal candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral, and have excellent communications skills; must be motivated and take the initiative to sell multiple media products including on-line advertising and special products, work with existing customers and find ways to grow sales and income with new prospective clients. Sales experience necessar y; Print media experience is a definite asset. Must be computer-proficient with data processing and spreadsheets as well as utilizing the Internet. Position requires use of personal cell phone and vehicle, possession of valid WA State Driver’s License and proof of active vehicle insurance.

We offer a competitive salary (plus commission) and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an e m p l oye r m a t c h . ) I f you’re interested in joining our team and working for the leading independent newspaper publisher in Washington State, then we want to hear from you! Email us your cover letter and resume to:

CIRCULATION MANAGER BELLEVUE Sound Publishing, Inc. is currently accepting applications for a Circulation Manager for the Bell e v u e R e p o r t e r. T h e primary duty of a Circulation Manager (CM) is to manage a geographic district. The CM will be accountable for the assigned newspaper as follows: Recruiting, contracting and training independent contractors to meet delivery deadlines, insuring delivery standards are being met and quality customer service.

Po s i t i o n r e q u i r e s t h e ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; to occasionally lift and/or transport bundles weighing up to 25 pounds from ground level to a height of 3 feet; to deliver newspaper routes, including ability to negotiate stairs and to deliver an average of 75 newspapers per hour for up to 8 consecutive hours; to communicate with carr iers and the public by telephone and in person; to operate a personal computer. Must p o s s e s s r e l i a bl e , i n sured, motor vehicle and a valid Washington State driver’s license. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.)

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Sound Publishing Inc.’s three Olympic Peninsula newspapers (Peninsula Daily News and two weeklies, Sequim Gazette and Forks Forum) seek a candidate to assist with scheduling and production of our awardwinning special sections and advertorial products and work on multimedia projects with our advertising sales team to meet revenue goals and our customers’ needs through a combination of respected print, digital and social media products.

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SPORTS REPORTER The Bellevue Reporter and Issaquah/Sammamish Reporter, divisions of Sound Publishing Inc. is seeking a sports reporter with a minimum of 1-2 years writing experience and photography skills.

This position is based out of the Bellevue office. The primary coverage will be sports and recreation, with occasional general assignment stories. Schedule includes evening and/or weekend work. As a repor ter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to: be inquisitive and resourceful in the coverage of assigned beats; produce 5 by-line stories per week; write stories that are tight and to the point; use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover ; post on the publication’s web site; blog and use Twitter on the web; layout pages, using InDesign; shoot and edit videos for the web .

We a r e l o o k i n g fo r a team player willing to get i nvo l ve d i n t h e l o c a l community through publication of the weekly n ew s p a p e r a n d d a i l y web journalism. The ideal applicant will have a understanding of local spor ts and recreation.

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We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) Email us yo u r c ove r l e t t e r, r e sume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to:

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MERCER ISLAND REPORTER

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COLDWELL BANKER BAIN MERCER ISLAND OFFICE | 7808 SE 28th Street #128, Mercer Island |

206-232-4600

To see every home that is for sale in Western Washington go to cbbain.com

Seabeck

$2,985,000

Unique mansion on 8 acres with 500 ft of prime waterfront. Old world charm, dramatic views. One of a kind opportunity! #525084 Greg Rosenwald 206-230-5445

Best Buy MI

$1,425,000

6BR/5BA, 6550SF, 33,837SF property/separate guest quarters, huge deck & flat play yard. Pristine setting / private. #605214 Barbara Bro 206-459-8411

Move-in Ready!

$899,000

You’ll love this updated & spacious 5BR plus office home Updated windows, hdwds, master bath & more Private& prof landscaped bkyd. #681598 Janet Scroggs 206-230-5414 Michael Scott 202-360-3793

Own the Point!

$2,300,000

Whidbey Island flat sandy beach w/90 tax ft of wft + add. footage as property meanders around the point. 4BR/2.25BA, chefs kit, separate apt + huge boathouse #552862 Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722

ELEGANT-CLASSIC $1,349,999

Yes you can....

$2,300,000

... Afford waterfront! Turn of the century charmer on the water! Updated thruout, 4BR/3BA, covered deck, amazing vws, grassy play area waterside, dock. #627102 Harrison & St. Mary 206-953-8359

First Hill

$1,199,500

5BR/2.75BA, 3350SF, 1 Story, High Ceilings, Leaded Glass French Doors, Mstr Suite-Spa BA, Kitchen-2 Sinks, Stainless Appliances, Gardens, By Island Park Elem. #631724 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

Fabulous north end location on private lane, custom blt 2 story, recent updates, 3 bedrooms+office or 4th, formal rms, great rm kit, bonus rm, deck+yard. #638896

◆ Architectural Gem $848,000

◆ FOX ISLAND

Fantastic mid-Century Modern rambler w/ classic lines. 3BR/2BA. Great indoor/ outdoor spaces & an amazing kitchen!

Private back yard. Near library, MIHS & more.

Sarah Ford 206-230-5354

Suzanne Lane 206-230-5516

$727,000

3 bdrms|3.5 baths|3 car garage|2.4+acres.

Stunning landscaping! Large master bedroom with sauna. Beautiful wainscoting thru-out. View. #689298 Nancy Stanbery 206-619-4866 Kim Stanbery 206-419-4347

Jaymarc Homes

$1,999,990

Brand New 4,900 sf north end Jaymarc Home. 15,000 sf lot. Near 2 lake access street ends. All you have come to expect from Jaymarc Homes #689144 Don Samuelson 206-230-5435

West Side Water

$999,000

Shrd Wtr w/1 Other. Beach House, Lk Views, Remodel or Build New. 1 Up Frm Wtft, 2310SF, 3BR, 1.75BA, Great Rm, Rec. Rm,Office, .353Ac w/Terraced Gardens. #680336 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

Penthouse

$649,000

Living at the top! Unique corner condo with panoramic lake and city views. 1420sf, 2BRs with office/3rd BR option or den.

Experience the Island Lifestyle! #681017 Barbara Bro 206-459-8411 Curt Peterson 425-503-4230

Magnolia Wft

$1,980,000

Active ship canal waterfront. Enjoy the salt water life and watch the daily boat show. Updated, open floor plan, oak planked floors. 4BR/3BA, 4237sf #616528 Don Samuelson 206-230-5435

◆ Bellevue Towers

$938,888

This spacious 2BR + den unit has every luxury you have come to expect at this address. Over-sized storage unit and 2 side by side parking spaces. #690678 Greg Rosenwald 206-230-5445

Alki

$645,000

TOP FLOOR, Rare Find! Cathedral ceilings in living room, two master suites w/an additional large 3rd bedroom, + a bonus rm/office. 3BR/1.75BA. Watch the boats! #623998 Amanda Reynolds 206-230-5395

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Julie Dillon

◆ Seattle Charm

$439,000

Ravenna/Maple Leaf bungalow. Move in ready w/ yesterday’s charm refreshed for 2014! 2BR/1BA, hardwoods, vintage hardware, stainless appliances, big yd! #689602 Harrison & St. Mary 206-919-9992

Northend Condo $265,000

Conveniently located near downtown shops, restaurants, parks & Park & Ride.

2BR/1BA, updated appliances, carpet & paint. Handicap accessible top floor unit #685674 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-230-5351

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Issaquah Gem

$399,000

Set among Majestic Towering Evergreens on over 2 acres this Issaquah NW Retreat will capture your heart! Skylit ceilings, starry nights and sunshine days! 4BR #651382 Barbara Bro 206-459-8411

Marysville

$250,000

Location, Location, Location! Desirable neighborhood, within 3 miles of Shopping, Schools, Restaurants, and hwys/ frwys. Neighborhood park right behind the house #667945 Debbie Barbara 206-300-6077

Tacoma Charmer $309,000

Peace of mind awaits you in this charming Cape Cod. Thoughtfully updated w/new copper plumbing & electrical + refinished hdwds. Chef’s kitchen. 4BR/2BA. #657160 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093 Marlene Fallquist 206-310-3580

Bellevue Condo $210,000

Attractive and spacious ground level unit in Current Condominiums. Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Counter Tops and a breakfast bar. 2BR/1BA. #676836 Gerald Chew 206-679-9294

206-325-2475 juliedillon@cbbain.com seattledillon.com What are your real estate goals?

How may I help you?!

A Seattleite for over 20 years with a strong passion for people and everything real estate, Julie loves living and promoting the healthy lifestyle that the Northwest and beautiful Mercer Island offers.

Julie’s people-centered and results-oriented process is one of careful listening, structured follow through, and dogged perseverance, and all done with a smile! Her clients appreciate her ability to make the often highly stressful real estate transaction process fun, smooth, and professional.

From working with people who are downsizing, figuring out their next chapter, first time home buyers, or looking for investment properties, Julie has the dedication and structured processes in place to help her clients identify and fulfill their real estate visions and dreams.

Life is full of transitions, make your next step the right one with Julie!

Stop by our COLDWELL BANKER BAIN Mercer Island office for a Hot Sheet of New Listings, Sunday Open Houses or Sold Properties in your neighborhood!