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After six years, the Orcas Vikings brought home an Island Cup trophy. They beat the Friday Harbor Wolverines, 21 to 6. For coverage of Friday’s game, see page 9.
Orcas infant battling cancer Mexico. Prior to Orcas, they lived in North Carolina. Alonso says the Orcas community has rallied around Isabella Morillon-Garcia is just eight weeks old, their family since his daughter’s diagnosis. “We feel much better because we are talking a lot and she is already a fighter. Born with neuroblastoma, a cancerous tumor that with the doctors and the people from church, and develops from nerve tissue, Morillon-Garcia has been they are praying for us and the baby,” he said. “We are undergoing chemotherapy in Seattle for the past three feeling much better than on the first day.” Erin O’Dell of Orcas Family Connections arranged weeks. Her parents, Jose Morillon Alonso and Lizbeth for OPAL to pay the family’s rent for the month of Garcia Guzman, have lived on September. She has also been workOrcas for a year. Alonso says ing with Pastor Grant Myles-Era his daughter has been respond- “We feel much better at the Orcas Community Church, ing “very well” to the treatwho arranged for churches in ment, and her medical team is because we are talking a Seattle to provide meals. hopeful the tumor on her spine lot with the doctors and “If anyone wants to donate, gift will shrink. Neuroblastoma is certificates to Fred Meyer, Target, the most common extracranial the people from church.” — Jose Morillon Alonso QFC, Safeway, Chevron, and 76 are solid cancer in childhood and welcome,” O’Dell said. “They are the most common cancer in going to need support for the next infancy. six months. ” “The doctors think we’ll be in Seattle for six Orcas Angels is helping pay their utility bills and months,” Alonso said. The family, which also includes Clever, seven, Country Corner is providing a storage unit for their and Alejandro, five, has been staying at the Ronald belongings. Lisa Trifiro is organizing a garage sale at Children’s McDonald house, an organization that provides a “home away from home” for seriously ill children. It House on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. is located two blocks from Seattle Children’s Hospital, Donations can be dropped off at Children’s House where Morillon-Garcia is being treated. Alonso is a on North Beach Road. For larger items, call Trifiro at handyman, and he has taken time off work to be with 376-1489 to arrange for pick-up, or bring them by the morning of the sale before 10 a.m. his family in Seattle. The couple moved to the U.S. nine years ago from SEE BELLa, PAgE 6 by COLLEEN SMITH ARMSTRONG Editor
San Juan County sheriff candidates Brent Johnson and Rob Nou have similar backgrounds, although Johnson’s is more urban and Nou’s is more rural. Both are involved in the communities in which they live. Both have similar ideas on how to improve efficiencies and training in the department. Both believe that an investment of resources and time in children now is the best way to stop crime in the future. Where they differ is how they would get the job done. Nou told this story during an interview at the San Juan County Fair: He was a rookie cop and was sent to arrest a man wanted on a felony warrant; the man was found working at a construction site. Nou went to the site and found himself confronting a 6-foot-10 construction worker. Without backup. Nou talked to the suspect and found him cooperative and willing to go in. However, the suspect wanted to know if he had to be handcuffed; with his height, it would be difficult to get into the back of the car. Nou put him in the backseat without handcuffs, and gave him the newspaper to read on the way. “It’s not all about wielding the big stick. It’s about getting compliance,” Nou said. “You want to use the least necessary force to accomplish what you need to do.” Johnson told of being a police officer in Albuquerque, N.M., in neighborhoods that were trying to keep rising gang activity in Bernalillo County from infiltrating. He said he’d park his car in front of a home where there had been suspicious activity, and conduct department business while he sat in the car. It was a way to let suspects know, he said, that they were being watched. It could be a close race. Nou outpolled Johnson by 881 votes in the Aug. 17 primary — an accomplishment, considering he moved here two years ago and lives on less-populated Lopez Island; Johnson moved here eight years
ago and lives on more-populated San Juan Island. But it’s still a wide open race; both are competing for the 3,205 votes cast for the other three candidates. Here are the candidates’ responses to questions at the Journal booth at the county fair. What is the job of the San Juan County Sheriff? Nou: The sheriff is the face and voice of the Sheriff ’s Office. He articulates the philosophy of the office, the vision of that office, sets the tone for what that service looks like. The sheriff deals with the political aspects, interfaces with the County Council, Town Council, builds and develops relationships with agencies in the region, and provides overall guidance of the office. Johnson: The sheriff gives the department direction, is a good role model, writes the budget, interacts with elected officials. He’s got to be a leader. The sheriff oversees emergency management, 911, must know how to handle 911 issues. The office is a soapbox, from which the sheriff can help different activities that affect island life. The sheriff can lobby for public support for programs
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Orcas Food Bank has $60k left to raise for new building by COLLEEN S. ARMSTRONG Editor
Every dollar is one step closer to a real food bank facility for Orcas Island. The campaign is officially underway for a 24x48foot modular distribution building to house the Orcas Food Bank, which is experiencing a sizable increase in its number of patrons. On average, it provides food for 60 families per week, about twice the number seen in recent years. The new building will be outfitted with shelving for food storage, sinks, a restroom, office space and refrigerators and will do away with the need for warehouse storage. The building has been designed to make the movement of visitors easy and more efficient. The community has been watching the Food Bank’s financial progress via a large wooden dial in Eastsound. Anonymous donors have pledged $65,000 in matching funds, which will be facilitated by the Orcas Island Community Foundation. The goal is to raise $65,000 by Thanksgiving, bringing the grand total to $130,000, which is enough to purchase, place and furnish a modular building. “It’s a push,” said board member George Post.
“We’re hoping everything goes smoothly, but it’s a tough time. Everyone is looking for money.” Post recently moved that dial to the 55 percent mark after receiving $6,000, a combination of donations collected during an Aug. 28 open house and local contributions. The food bank was first housed at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church in the mid 1980s, followed by a building at the airport, and then in a space provided by OPALCO. In 2009, it moved into the Orcas Island Community Church basement. Greater visibility and easier accessibility, coupled with the economy, have brought increasing numbers to the Tuesday daytime and Thursday evening open hours. The church has agreed to lease space for the new building for $1 a year. “Our (current) agreement with the church is only temporary, and our intention has always been to use this time there to proceed with plans to build our own facility,” said food bank vice president Joyce Shaw. “The church’s offer of an extended lease at $1 a year makes this possible.” Shaw says the food bank’s lunches will not be served in the new digs, but will continue at the church.
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Editorial To the Editor: Parents: do your kids Myhr know these safety rules? Councilman opposes $5 recycling fee We pack their sandwiches and apples, bundle them up with scarves and gloves, and send them out the door for a day of learning. But the journey to school can be perilous, and we want to remind parents and kids of safety rules for traveling by bicycle, bus or foot to and from school. The San Juan County Fire Marshal shares these safety tips from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. On the school bus • If your child’s school bus has lap/shoulder seat belts, ask your child to use one at all times when in the bus. • Children should: 1. Wait for the bus to stop before approaching it. 2. Not move around on the bus. 3. Check to see that no other traffic is coming before crossing the street to enter the bus. 4. Make sure to always remain in clear view of the bus driver. Riding a bicycle • Always wear a bicycle helmet, no matter how short or long the ride. • Ride on the right, in the same direction as auto traffic. • Use appropriate hand signals. • Respect stop signs. • Wear bright colored clothing to increase visibility. • Know the “rules of the road.” Walking to school • Make sure your child’s walk to school is on a safe route. • Be realistic about your child’s pedestrian skills. Because small children are impulsive and less cautious around traffic, carefully consider whether or not your child is ready to walk to school without adult supervision. • Bright-colored clothing will make your child more visible to drivers. It takes just a few minutes to remind our children of these important tips. Half the fun of sending them out the door is knowing you’ll be welcoming them back inside at the end of the day.
Correction Last week’s story “King salmon returning in greater numbers to Orcas Island hatchery” incorrectly stated that the state Department of Fish and Wildlife’s made a 2006 decision to have all hatcheries release only zero-age hatchlings instead of yearling fish. Several programs were converted from yearling to zero-age in 2006, but not all.
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I vigorously and vociferously opposed the action of the County Council to charge $5 for “recycling only” trips to our transfer stations. I consider the council action to be totally inconsistent with everything we have heard from our citizens, a complete reversal of our county policy to encourage recycling, and, especially, will not address the serious revenue shortfall in our solid waste system On August 31, 2010, the Council voted 5-1, with myself in opposition, to impose a $5 “gate fee” applicable to all “recyclable only” trips to our transfer stations. (The fee would not apply if the trip also included disposal of garbage.) The purpose of the fee is to raise $240,000 to pay for “stopgap” funding of operations to the end of 2011 and to raise an additional $160,000 for capital funding (80,000 “recyclable only” trips X $3 = $240,000, and 80,000 X $2 = $160,000). Instead, this fee will significantly reduce recycle trips to the dump, and, therefore, not raise the projected revenue and simply change disposal behavior. People will only go to the dump when they bring along garbage and avoid the fee. Those who do decide to go will meet longer traffic lines while people wait to pay. It further penalizes the small, self-haulers going to the dump who already pay 50 percent more per ton than curbside haulers. I am urging the council to reconsider the ill-advised $5 fee. To pay for recycling, I advocate further cost cutting and a small garbage rate increase ($1 per can and $37 per ton) which would affect everyone. It would keep recycling free, bring more revenues from the curbside haulers (that still pay 50 percent less the self-haulers), and would be much more likely to raise what is needed for the stopgap measure of raising $240,000 for operations. Recycling does cost money, but the $5 gate fee for recyclables is not
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the way to capture that cost or raise revenue. It will not work! Bob Myhr District 6, County Council
Steve Braun Memorial triathlon a success For the 12th year in a row Orcas Rec held the Steve Braun Memorial Triathlon over Labor Day weekend. We had an incredible race this year with lots of fun and strong competition! Orcas Rec would like to thank the racers for participating, and the volunteers and staff for working so hard to produce such a successful event. We appreciate the participation and support from all of the racers and their families. The race fees go towards Orcas Rec and Friends of Moran. We were extremely fortunate for all of the volunteers who helped keep the participants, safe, hydrated, pointed in the right direction, motivated, and timed! A huge THANK YOU goes out to all of those Volunteers, EMTs, Orcas Rec Staff, and Moran State Park Staff who helped make this such a smooth and unique event! We appreciate all that you do before, during and after the big day! Linda Sheridan Coordinator Orcas Island Recreation Program
Don’t give up hope We were recently told in response to a question regarding county funding for maintenance of the basic infrastructure to “get used to”
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less maintenance. It is understandable that county budget belt tightening will in the short term occur. “Get used to it” is a negative defeatist statement indicating that we must accept things getting worse. This country has been through difficult economic times before. We managed to survive and also build our lives through hard work and creativity. Times now are difficult for many. We cannot allow our hope for a better future to be lost as well. Share a smile if that’s all you have ... it may brighten someone’s day. Keeping the faith and hope alive. Rolf and Gerd Nieuwejaar Deer Harbor
Emergency responders contribute so much After being residents of West Sound for 31 years we have often heard and read praises of the work of the Fire Department emergency team. We recently experienced for ourselves the truth and importance of what these people – our friends and neighbors – contribute to our life on Orcas. Recently while eating lunch at home I was overcome with chills followed by uncontrollable shivering in my entire body. My wife called 911 upon the advice from the medical center. Within five minutes Firefighter Ian Wareham arrived, which was extremely reassuring. He was soon followed by EMTs Julie Remington, Maria and Bob
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LETTERS FROM 4 Nutt and Cameron Fralick. As they were helping me, paramedic Val Harris arrived in the AID car and quickly assessed this was an infection which needed immediate hospitalization and ordered the medivac helicopter. From the time of the 911 call to the time I was being treated in the emergency room of St. Joseph Hspital in Bellingham was around 45 minutes. It was indeed a bacterial blood infection (septicemia) which needs immediate intervention. The care and compassion and swift response probably saved my life. Nowhere in the world could I have received more professional and tender loving care than here on Orcas. I am grateful for the “angels” who take care of us in times of need. I salute you. I must add that the care in St. Joseph Hospital was exceptional and we on Orcas are indeed fortunate to have such outstanding medical care available to us. Frank L. Bret West Sound
Thank you to Orcas Island farmers On August 22, Tamara Murphy of the late Brasa Restaurant and Terra Plata in Seattle held her annual Incredible Feast charity event. For this event, area chefs are paired with local farmers. Chefs donate their time, skills, manpower and supporting ingredients,
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while the farmers provide the star ingredient. Chefs prepare 500+ portions, tickets are sold, and ticket holders come to an afternoon of sampling. This year there were 26 chefs/restaurants participating. The proceeds of this event go to an emergency fund for farmers. Ms. Murphy was kind enough to ask me to participate for a third year, and with me being on Orcas, we decided to pair me up with farmers with commodities that would ship well. When I told John Steward of Maple Rock Farms and Ian Harlow of Black Dog Farms about this event, their response was incredible. They graciously DONATED produce to me for the Incredible Feast, and donated well beyond my expectations! And the kicker is, they are not even a part of the farmers’ organization that reaps the benefits of this yearly gala, at least not to my knowledge. Michael Yeaman and Debra Nichols of Thurston Wolfe Wineries also donated a bottle of wine for the lottery/game part of this event, without being asked. I would like to publicly acknowledge these folks’ generosity and giving-spirit, and to thank them for being such great neighbors and friends. If they are a sampling of the kind of people who inhabit Orcas, then Orcas is indeed a wonderful and lucky island. Thank you. Lisa Nakamura Allium Restaurant
Feedback sought on summer schedule San Juan County’s Ferry Advisory Committee is asking the public to weigh in with opinions on what has been good and what has been troublesome about the summer ferry schedule. Comments can be entered via the County’s website at: http://sanjuanco.com/committees/FAC Howard Rosenfeld, who sits on both the Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC) and the County Council, said the committee wants to take advantage of the opportunity to “collect comments now while we’re in the summer schedule to use when we construct the 2011 summer schedule.” Rosenfeld said that the
committee will continue to seek the public’s thoughts on upcoming schedules. He said comments will next be sought on Washington State Ferries’ draft winter schedule, which will be made public within the next several days.
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San Juan County Sheriff’s Department reported responding to these calls: Aug. 16: An Anacortes man claims a bullet struck his homemade “fiberform” boat as he was traveling east in Haro Strait, and about a quarter-mile off the south end of San Juan Island. The 72-year reportedly first heard the sound of a shot being fired and then heard something hit the front section of the vessel’s port side. Aug. 22: A man from Austin, Texas was rescued from the waters near San Juan Island’s 4th of July Beach after the back end of his 27-foot sailboat caught fire and became fully engulfed in flames. The 25-year-old had reportedly gone into the water to survey damage done to the boat’s hull after it had recently aground when embers in a charcoal grill he had been using spilled out and ignited the back of the boat. The man escaped without injury. Aug. 27: The back half of a tray assembly used to haul a motorcycle, and that had recently been detached from a motor home, disappeared from the grounds of an Orcas Island home in an apparent theft. The tray assembly, valued at $3,000, reportedly had been left in a location visible by those traveling in the 6000 block of Orcas Road at the time it disappeared. Bystanders rescued an 85-year-old Seattle man from the water after his 17-foot boat unexpectedly lurched into gear, slammed into a neighboring boat and then capsized on top of him in a terror-filled mishap at a private dock near Roche Harbor. The man, who was preparing to go crabbing with a friend at about 8 a.m., was treated at the scene for hypothermia and later flown to a mainland hospital for further treatment. A familiar face, a blemished driving record and a pair of warrants led to the arrest of a San Juan Island man following an early-evening traffic stop in Friday Harbor. The 48-yearold, reportedly wanted in Island County on a pair of felony charges, was pulled over on Second Street at about 6:30 p.m. and taken into custody for driving with a suspended record. Sept. 1: Two San Juan Island teens were arrested on alcoholrelated charges following a latenight traffic stop in Friday Harbor. The driver, a 17-year-old boy, was allegedly intoxicated when he and his two passengers were pulled over near the intersection of Caines and Nash streets at about 2 a.m. Sept. 3: Complaints about loud music emanating from an
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Argyle Avenue apartment after 11 p.m. prompted a ticket for a San Juan Island man who ignored a deputy’s repeated advice to turn it down. The 52-year-old was reportedly warned three times before being issued an infraction for disturbing the peace. Sept. 4: A mailbox was reportedly blown apart and burned in an apparent act of vandalism in the 200 block of San Juan Island’s Wilderness Way. Sept. 5: The interior of a San Juan Island veterinary clinic sustained extensive damage in an apparent after-hours breakin that authorities believe may be linked to a recent string of burglaries targeting businesses in Friday Harbor. In addition to the vet clinic, located in the 800 block of Mullis Street, the burglarized businesses include the office of a nearby wireless communication provider, a restaurant and drive-thru espresso shop in the area of Nichols and Web streets, and a First Street tavern. Evidence of an overnight campsite was reportedly found on Turtleback Mountain by a Bainbridge Island woman and fellow hikers, and then turned over to Seattle police because the group was uncertain about how to notify authorities on Orcas Island. Local authorities were later notified by their counterparts in Seattle that the confiscated equipment was in their possession.
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TEMPERATURES, RAINFALL LOPEZ High Low Precip Aug. 30 67 44 — Aug. 31 59 53 .61 Sept. 1 68 48 — Sept. 2 67 46 — Sept. 3 68 52 — Sept. 4 65 46 — Sept. 5 65 46 — Sept. 6 55 51 .46 Sept. 7 63 52 .28 Sept. 8 65 48 — Sept. 9 64 48 — Sept. 10 64 52 — Sept. 11 64 46 .03 Sept. 12 60 53 .26 Precipitation in August: 1.23” Precipitation in September: 1.03” Precipitation in 2010: 15.11” Reported by Jack Giard Spencer Spit ORCAS Aug. 30 Aug. 31 Sept. 1 Sept. 2 Sept. 3 Sept. 4 Sept. 5 Sept. 6 Sept. 7 Sept. 8 Sept. 9 Sept. 10 Sept. 11 Sept. 12
High Low Precip 69 45 — 60 54 .64 68 49 — 75 45 — 75 49 — 66 53 — 65 52 — 58 52 .60 64 51 .29 66 50 — 65 50 — 64 56 — 65 49 — 56 52 .47 Precipitation in August: 1.24” Precipitation in September: 1.36” Precipitation in 2010: 18.14” Reported by John Willis Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise Sunset Sept. 15 6:49 a.m. 7:25 p.m. Sept. 16 6:50 a.m. 7:23 p.m. Sept. 17 6:51 a.m. 7:21 p.m. Sept. 18 6:53 a.m. 7:18 p.m. Sept. 19 6:54 a.m. 7:16 p.m. Sept. 20 6:56 a.m. 7:14 p.m. Sept. 21 6:57 a.m. 7:12 p.m. Sept. 22 6:58 a.m. 7:10 p.m. — Almanac is compiled by Richard Walker
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CAO public meeting, 5:30 to 7 p.m., District #3 Fire Station, 1011 Mullis Street, Friday Harbor. THURSDAY, SEPT. 16
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Citizen-led solid waste forum, 2 to 4 p.m. at Lopez Center. Discussion of local issues with San Juan County Council Member Bob Myhr, 4-5:30 pm, Lopez Library. CAO public meeting, 4 to 6 p.m., Lundeen Room, Orcas Senior Center. THURSDAY, SEPT. 23
CAO public meeting, 4 to 6 p.m., Lopez Community Center, 204 Village Road. Orcas Island Park and Recreation District special meeting from 10 a.m. to noon, the Funhouse. Adina Cunningham will present highlights of the State Municipal Officers Ethics Act and the Open Public Meetings Act, for new public officials.
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BELLa FROM 1 Clever and Alejandro are planning to stay in Seattle for the duration of their sister’s treatment. They are attending Hutch School, a K through 12 educational program for cancer patients and their siblings offered through the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The boys’ Orcas teachers have sent their schoolwork to Seattle, so they can stay current
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with their curriculum. “As soon as their teachers heard the news, they sprung into action,” O’Dell said. “They all said, ‘what can we do?’”
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SHERIFF FROM 1 like Orcas Rec; it ties into the department if it helps kids. The sheriff also deals with various agencies and steps in and handles calls. What are the department’s weak points? What needs to be fixed? Nou: The department feels like three agencies right now. Nou wants deputies to periodically work shifts on other islands. Deputies would get to know the communities and people outside their home island; would be better prepared to fill in during emergencies; and would be ready to cover for one another should the department begin training together in units. Nou wants to bring deputies from all three islands together for training a couple of times a year. The policy and procedures manual must be
updated to reflect the latest legal standards. Johnson: Officers must be evaluated more often; Johnson was last evaluated six years ago. Evaluations document good performance or the lack of it, and note areas to improve upon. “What we’re doing now is really a shotgun approach to training,” he said. Johnson advocates training based on needs of each officer or employee. Because legal standards are constantly changing, he would like to see training on various issues with input from defense attorneys, law enforcement and judges. How would budgeting for the Sheriff ’s Office be done under your leadership? Nou: The sheriff must help policy makers understand that the Sheriff ’s Department is the law enforcement agency in San Juan County, and provides an essential service that the county must provide by law. The department cannot afford to lose sworn officers. “I don’t know that it’s in the public’s best interest to cut law enforcement in favor of a non-essential service,” he said. Nou would like the budget to be more accessible and understandable to employees and the public. There are efficiencies that can be accomplished across the board in the Sheriff ’s Department; leased vehicles arrive new and outfitted with the latest technology,
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Farm to Classroom seeks local experts By MEREDITH M. GRIFFITH Staff reporter
Do you know how to do something useful? Can you compost or build a worm bin? Raise champion egglayers? Keep bees? Eager students are ready to learn practical skills from community volunteers this year through the public school’s Farm to Classroom program. The program is open to a myriad of possibilities, although activities must take place at the school due to short 55-minute classes. “I am happy with whatever somebody has to share,” said coordinating teacher Mandy Randolph. “Anything from nutrition, sustainability, cooking, hands-on skills – when someone is passionate about something, that is the most exciting thing we can give to the kids. If you have a particular skill that you would like to share with the classes, I would love to hear from you! Last year we had guests teach us how to make pies, grind flour and make bread, string popcorn, create garden art, plant seeds and seedlings, and so many other activities.”
Community members might be surprised to learn that some of the skills they take for granted are unknown to today’s students. Randolph said the kids strung popcorn last year because some of them had never threaded anything before in their lives. “Sewing might have been too much to take on,” she said. “They learned how to thread a needle. It seems so simple, but I think it’s life changing. You’ve given them a skill. What’s important to me is giving them experiences.” Bolstered by a $10,000 grant from the Orcas Island Education Foundation, the program will serve students from kindergarten through sixth grade this school year. Classes will run on Mondays and Fridays from 9:35 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. Randolph is especially interested in finding a volunteer to teach composting this year, so the students can begin composting cafeteria scraps. “We would need to have the kids understanding why they’re doing it, what’s appropriate to put in,” she said. Randolph would also like volunteers
to teach about chickens and beekeeping, and says her “pipe dream” is to set up a chicken coop at the school so kids can use the eggs for cooking projects. The Farm to Classroom program was developed to educate students in support of the Farm to Cafeteria program, which purchases locally grown produce for school cafeteria lunches. “During the winter months, while the garden is sleeping, we will spend much of our time learning about nutrition and doing cooking projects,” Randolph said. “It is really lots of fun to cook with the kids because they are so eager to participate and so many of them have not had this opportunity before. I look forward to another exciting year and hope that you will join me sometime.” Volunteers to provide general assistance are also needed. “I would be thrilled to have at least one adult helper for each class,” said Randolph. For more information or to volunteer, call Mandy Randolph at 3761583, or email her at mrandolph@ orcas.k12.wa.us.
Public meetings to discuss solid waste The San Juan Island Solid Waste Utility has scheduled the first round of a series of three public meetings on solid waste issues. The results of the recent countywide survey will provide the focus for discussion at the meetings. The meetings will be held on each of the ferry-served islands and offer informa-
tion on the results of the survey, current conditions, and provide a forum to discuss each island community’s unique needs and goals. The focus of the first series of meetings will be the management and structure of the solid waste system. Future meetings will cover the policies that determine which services are provided
and how they should be paid for. Participants are encouraged to review the survey report, which is posted on the county website at: http:// s a nj u a n c o. c o m / s w mp / meetingnotes.aspx. A copy of the report is also available at each of the county libraries. The meeting schedule is
as follows: Sept. 29: Orcas Island, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Eastsound fire station. Sept. 30: Lopez Island, 4 to 6 p.m., Woodmen Hall. Oct. 6: San Juan Island, 5 to 7 p.m., Mullis Senior Center. Oct. 7: Shaw Island, 10 a.m. to noon, community center.
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Graffiti crops up on Orcas by COLLEEN S. ARMSTRONG Editor
For the second time in three years, an Orcas Island Cemetery has been vandalized. On Sept. 7, Sergeant Steve Colleen Smith Armstrong/staff photos
Top left: The senior barn on Orcas Road.i. Left: The vandalized wall at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Vierthaler said unknown culprit(s) used white house paint to inscribe the words “HEVS” “RIP” “Only Smok’n” and “Pigs” on the Woodlawn Cemetery rock wall and the old barn on Orcas Road that is decorated by the senior class each year. “We’re upset, since we had that wall re-done a couple of years ago, and it was expensive,” said cemetery district commissioner Pierrette Guimond. “I don't know how difficult it will be for us to clean this up.” Woodlawn was vandalized three years ago over Memorial Day weekend, when unknown persons burned flags placed by the American Legion on the gravesites of veterans and replaced them with handdrawn swastika signs. Despite a $10,000 reward, the vandals were never apprehended.
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To WSU Beach Watchers for all their hard work, support of science and public outreach in the San Juan Islands. Stay tuned for information about 2011 classes! To our 4-H volunteers for a year of service to our youth. To WSU Master Gardeners for community assistance at the Fair and throughout the year. To all those who helped with and supported our agriculture events at the Ag Tent. San Juan Island Farmers! Please join us for the Business and Marketing Roundtable, Sept. 23, contact Candace at 370-7664. More information about all our programs at http://sanjuan.wsu.edu. 378-4414 or stop in at 221 Weber Way (lower part of Skagit College).
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New port 'throughthe-fence' policy By MEREDITH M. GRIFFITH Staff reporter
The Federal Aviation Administration is relenting, but is it enough to satisfy property owners adjacent to the Port of Orcas? Recognizing the potential for costly lawsuits between airports and property owners with “through-the-fence” access, the FAA is proposing a step back from its insistence that the Port of Orcas eliminate or purchase all “through-the-fence” access. Instead, it has decided to “grandfather in” existing agreements at the same time making any new agreements at federally funded airports much more difficult to obtain. That acceptance of existing agreements has certain strings attached, however. “Essentially it’s a way of assuring the FAA that grant assurances will be met by airport sponsors (ie, the Port of Orcas) who accept federal funding,” said airport manager Bea vonTobel. The FAA’s proposed new policy sets the following standards for compliance for airports with existing throughthe-fence access: 1. General authority for control of airport land and access. 2. Safety of airport operations. 3. Recovery of costs of operating the airport. 4. Protection of airport airspace. 5. Compatible land uses around the airport. The section on recovery of costs is where things get sticky for the “Ferris” neighbors, property owners with deeded access to the Port of Orcas. “The airport sponsor can and does collect fees from through-the-fence users comparable to those charged to airport tenants, so that through-the-fence users bear a fair proportion of airport costs,” reads the document (Docket No. FAA-2010-0831). Many Ferris neighbors argue that they paid for airport access when they purchased their properties, and say the fee degrades their property rights. At least one, Mike Parnell, has expressed intentions to sue the port over the matter. “The Ferris’ (Grantors) reserved ;free access’ for themselves, but not their successors; they granted ‘access for a fee’ for their successors,” said commissioner Bret Thurman, quoting from section 5 of the deed: “should Grantors sell any of their land adjacent to said airstrip, said Vendees (The Port’s neighbors) shall also have the right of access and the use of said airstrip … upon payment of usual charges as made to others for like use…” The board encourages the port’s neighbors to discuss the matter at the next meeting on Thursday, Sept. 23 at noon in the airport’s conference room. “The attorneys that the port has hired will present a possible solution at that meeting,” said vonTobel. The FAA will be accepting comments on its proposal until October 25. In other airport news, the port-adjacent property formerly belonging to Eric Johnson will be auctioned off on Friday, September 17. vonTobel has expressed the board’s desire to acquire the property.
New $5 Recycling Only Fee Beginning on October 1, 2010 at all San Juan County Solid Waste Facilities. This $5 fee will apply to recycling services that have previously been provided at no charge such as battery, oil, antifreeze and commingled recycling. The fee will not apply to customers bringing recycling when paying for other services. Litter, Beach Clean-Up, and Weed Disposal will continue to be offered at NO CHARGE. Please visit the County Web site for a full description and fee schedule. www.sanjuanco.com
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after six-year dry spell, Orcas Vikings football wins Island Cup
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Friday Harbor’s Roy Taylor (#16) fends off Viking Devon Stanzione (#29) in the first quarter of the Island Cup game. Viking Patrick Lancaster (#50) is pictured in the background. by SCOTT RASMUSSEN County reporter
The Wolverines six-year reign as Island Cup kings came to a decisive end as Orcas reclaimed the interisland trophy with a crushing 21-6 victory Friday in Friday Harbor. With the victory, the Vikings tallied their first Island Cup win since the 2003 season and avenged last year’s bitter loss in overtime against Wolverines (1-1) at home. “This is the best feeling of my life so far,” said Vikings senior Jacob Hansen. “I’ve been trying to win this trophy since I got here. This was my goal.” Orcas drew first blood. Quarterback Robbie Padbury rambled into the end zone with the first of his two rushing TDs, and then split the uprights with a point-after-attempt, to put
the Vikings out in front 7-0 with just under four minutes left in the opening period. Though the Vikings (2-0) dominated the first half on both sides of the ball, miscues, penalties and an opportunistic Friday Harbor defensive squad prevented Orcas from widening its lead before the break. Friday Harbor sophomore Donny Galt almost singlehandily kept the Wolverines within striking distance in the waning moments of the opening half by picking off not just one, but two passes in the end zone. Friday Harbor went into the locker room trailing by just a touchdown after the first 24 minutes of play. “I kept telling myself just stay back, stay back,” Galt said. “I don’t know, it just happened.” The tables turned quickly in the second half. The Wolverines, held to minus
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“We had some big plays here and there,” Friday Harbor head coach Darrin Scheffer said. “But there were a lot of little things that didn’t go right. You’ve got to give Orcas a lot of credit. They were geared up, they came ready to play, and they had a game plan and they carried it out.” The Vikings dominated the scoreboard and the stat sheets. They gained 179 yards on the ground and 95 in the air, for 274 yards of total offense. Padbury completed 12-of-17 pass attempts, tossed two interceptions and tallied two TDs on the ground. Senior Michael Longworthy tallied the team’s final touchdown and the Vikings staked a 21-6 with just under three minutes to play.
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Orcas Island Library Seeks New Trustee The Orcas Island Public Library is seeking a new trustee to begin serving January 1, 2011. The length of the term is five years. The board is composed of five members who have the charge and honor of planning the direction of the library services, and of overseeing the library’s policies and expenditures. Serving on the library board requires a passion and talent for teamwork, along with a belief in the culture and tradition of public libraries. As the trustees’ handbook states, “Throughout our nation’s history, the public library has offered free and equal access to the collected knowledge, information, and history of our culture.” Serving as a trustee for the Orcas Public Library enables an individual to contribute to an institution that is available for everyone. Our library, tucked away on a knoll on Rose Street, flourishes due to the dedication of our staff, volunteers, Friends of Orcas Island Library, and the island philanthropists who embrace the ethos of public knowledge and culture.If you are interested in serving as a library trustee, please contact Maureen See, at the San Juan County Council office in Friday Harbor. 360-378-2898.
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Reduced inter-island capacity this week WSDOT Ferries Division will temporarily reduce capacity on the San Juan Islands inter-island route during the week of Sept. 13 to accommodate necessary vessel repairs. Since Monday, Sept. 13, the 34-car Hiyu (WSF’s only backup vessel) replaced the 87-car Evergreen State as the inter-island vessel. The Evergreen State will be moved to Dakota Creek Shipyard in Anacortes. Repairs are expected to be completed by the end of the week and the Evergreen State will return to the interisland route. WSF advises customers to arrive early for inter-island sailings during the week of Sept. 13.
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very nine seconds, a woman is beaten in the United States, according to Washington State Department of Health statistics.* “Just like any other county, we have those problems and we need somewhere for people to come and get help,” said Anita Castle, executive director of the nonprofit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS) of the San Juan Islands. The organization provides free, confidential assistance for survivors of sexual assault, child sexual abuse and sexual harassment, as well as domestic violence victims.
Community members will soon have a chance to help support DVSAS in its mission by attending a Saturday, Sept. 25 concert by LeRoy Bell and His Only Friends. “She’s been thinking bout leaving him forever ... It ain’t easy trying making plans for her escape tonight’s the night she’s gonna spread her wings and fly...” read the lyrics from one of LeRoy Bell's favorite songs, “He Can’t Hold Her.” “I wrote it about a woman trying to get up the courage to get away,” Bell said. Barbara Courtney, Orcas Center’s Executive and Artistic Director, said the Seattle musician is coming to the island for a nominal fee. “It’s a cause they felt they could get behind,” she said. “He is a defender of women’s rights and a family’s rights to safety, and they’re all just really nice guys.” “There are some causes that are too dear to us to ignore,” said Bell. “The more it’s
The face of domestic violence John Doe was seven years old when he was raped in a restaurant restroom by a man who had just been talking with his mother at the counter. Because the man had threatened both John’s and his mother’s life, John never told anyone. Ever. When John was 45 years old, his life appeared to be falling apart. He was always angry and lost his temper frequently. He drank heavily, lost his job, and his marriage was ‘on the rocks.’ He finally told his buddy Sam, after several drinks, what happened, saying he did not know what to do. Sam told him that he could go to DVSAS, an agency that helps people
brought out and the more people that get behind it, the better.” Bell offers a mellow mix of rock and soul with fellow band mates Terry Morgan on bass and Davis Martin on drums. “He’s an incredible songwriter, but also has a really great rock-soul funk beat that’s really infectious,” Courtney said. Bell will perform at Orcas Center at 7:30 p.m. The evening will include a Madrona Room reception with the artists featuring finger foods and a no-host bar. “I like to touch base with fans and people that have never heard us before,” Bell said. “It's just a nice time to kind of bond with the audience.” Tickets are $30, and $25 for Orcas Center members, available at http://www.orcascenter.org/ or at the door. For a sampling of Bell's music, visit http://www.leroybell.com/. * http://www.doh.wa.gov/hsqa/emstrauma/vaw/data_stats.htm).
who have been hurt in that way. John remembered that he had heard of it and said, “But that place is for women!” Sam said that sexual assault happens to everyone, and the free and confidential help is available to men, too. John made the call and went to the office. He was welcomed by an advocate and led to a small, cozy counseling room, where he completed a basic registration form and was assured that all information is kept totally confidential. He was assigned a number to be entered into a state database that helps to track services and funds the agency. He was then informed of confidentiality rules and asked to sign a form. John was then invited to tell as much or as little of his story as he wished. The advocate listened carefully without interrupting, except for a few questions to clarify that she un-
about DVSaS DVSAS of the San Juan Islands is a Washington state certified domestic violence program offering 24-hour crisis lines and safe houses. It helps people develop personal safety plans and obtain protection or anti-harassment orders, providing advocacy and ongoing counseling for victims. “It’s instrumental in our county that we have these services available to victims that may never call into law enforcement,” Castle said. The 24-hour crisis lines are Orcas: 3761234; Lopez: 468-4567; San Juan: 378-2345. The number for the county-wide teen advocate is 376-5979. Despite the overwhelming statistics in regard to abuse of young women, Castle said a significant percentage of victims seeking protection are actually men. A large number of the elderly are also affected by abuse each year.
derstood him. She didn’t act upset or express any judgment about his past or current situation, but acknowledged that it took courage to tell his story. When he was finished, she told him she thought he qualified for specialized services from a DVSAS therapist. She left momentarily and came back saying that her director had approved him for services, and that he could contact any of the six DVSAS therapists’ for 12 sessions of specialized services. What happened to John? He worked hard in therapy. He has gotten himself and his life back together. Although he lives off-island now, he still checks in with his therapist about four times a year. He’s grateful for the support and help he received from DVSAS. Submitted by Anita Castle, DVSAS executive director.
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Funhouse running program gets grant Unraveling Emmanuel Dinner The Funhouse was recently named one of only seven organizations nationally to receive a grant from the Saucony Run for Good Foundation of Massachusetts. The $2800 will be used to expand The Funhouse’s youth running programs. The Saucony Foundation is committed to improving the lives of children by helping to prevent and reduce childhood obesity. The Funhouse running program was started in 2003 by then Executive Director Jeanne Beck, and runner Donna Hasbrouck, who now lives on Lopez. At the time, “Run Girl Run” was just for girls. Boys cross country was added in 2008. Since the club started, more than 100 kids have participated. It’s not just about running; it’s also about healthy diet, health body image, self-esteem and self confidence as well as connecting kids nature by access-
ing all the trails on Orcas Island. “We are incredibly proud of this program, the kids involved and to be recognized by Saucony,” says Funhouse director (and boys coach) Pete Moe. Hasbrouck is still involved, and several other local adults have also signed on as coaches, notably Julie Brunner-Gaydos and Jean Spalti. Susannah Beck, another coach of the girls’ team (and a nationally ranked trail runner) said, “As a coach, it’s incredibly heartening to see the older kids socialize easily with the younger kids they wouldn’t normally talk to, to watch a petulant footdragger blossom into a 10K runner, and to introduce them to the larger world of running and runners that will be accessible to them their entire lives.”
Business class on Lopez The Lopez Island Family Resource Center’s fall business class will be held on Monday evenings from 5:15
to 7:15 p.m. at the Lopez Library beginning Sept. 27. All San Juan County residents are welcome and class
Church Services EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL Parish of Orcas Island Eastsound (by the water) Bishop Craig B. Anderson, Rector SUNDAYS: Holy Eucharist 1st Sunday in month - 10:00 a.m. Other Sundays - 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. Church School & Nursery THURSDAYS: 12 noon Rector’s Forum & Holy Eucharist 376-2352
times have been scheduled to coincide with the ferries. The course will cover the basics of how to start a small business as well as what it takes to keep a business sustainable. All participants should come with a business idea if they are not currently a small business owner. Space is limited, so inquire about space availability. Registration packets are required in advance and are available online at www.lifrc.org or by calling the Resource Center at 4684117. There is a $35 fee for the class; some scholarship funding is available for those needing financial assistance. Registration packets are due no later than Sept. 22, 2010.
life stories workshop
Polly Sanford and Kathi Ciskowski are presenting a workshop on how to create a personal life chart on Friday, Sept. 24 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will look at an overview of the phases, rhythms and patterns of life. Suggested donation is $40. Call 376-4186 or email ciskokid@rockisland.com to register.
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John Christianson from Christianson’s nursery in Mt. Vernon will speak and have plants for sale in the Mardona room at Orcas Center, 10 a.m.
THURS., SEPT. 16 BEaCH GLaSS CLUB: First meeting, 2 p.m., Eastsound fire hall. For info call 376-3462.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 17 CELTIC FIDDLE FESTIVaL:
Musicians from Ireland, Brittany, and Quebec. Orcas Center, 7:30 p.m.
SAT., SEPT. 18 CHaRLIE GROTH & CaRL aLLEn:
Concert at the Grange, 7:30 p.m. Admission is $12.
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES 10:00 a.m. Sunday • Orcas Elementary School Library 376-5873
LUTHERAN CHURCH IN THE SAN JUANS
Sundays Sundays 1st & 3rd Mondays 9:15 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. St. David’s Church Center Church Emmanuel Church 760 Park St. 312 Davis Bay Rd. 242 Main St. Friday Harbor Lopez Island Eastsound Pastor John Lindsay 378-6310 • lutheransanjuans@rockisland.com
ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC CHURCH
ORCAS St. Francis Church in Eastsound Mass 5:00 p.m. Saturday
LOPEZ ISLAND Center Church Mass 8 a.m. Sunday
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTER Passionate, contemporary worship Sundays at 10:00 am, Senior Center 360-376-6332
Emmanuel Church and The Dinner Kitchen will host its next community dinner on Thursday, Sept. 23, in the church Parish Hall. Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m., and, as always, there is no charge. The dinner will feature both barbecued and oven-fried chicken and all the trimmings. There will be something for everyone, including a selection of vegetarian dishes, dishes for the kids and desserts. Dinner Kitchens are year-round events, held on the fourth Thursday of each month. Everyone is welcome, and seniors and Food Bank participants are especially encouraged to attend. Call organizer Tom Murdock at 376-6166 with questions.
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ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Madrona Street, Eastsound Sunday Worship Services 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m., with a Nursery & Sunday School Pastor Dick Staub Pastor Scott Harris Pastor Grant Myles-Era 376-OICC
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eight-week old Isabella Morillon-Garcia, who has cancer. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Children’s House.
12:30, upstairs at Orcas Homegrown. A different Orcas speaker each week. FOOD BanK: From 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Orcas Island Community Church, basement entrance.
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meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Old Parish Hall to the right of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. BanD PRaCTICE: Orcas Community Band practice, 7 p.m. in the music room. BIRTH-FIVE PLayGROUP: At The Funhouse, 10 a.m. to noon. La Leche meeting on the first Monday of the month.
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“TaKE BaCK” MEDICaTIOn: First Wednesday of the month, “take back” unneeded prescription drugs to Ray’s Pharmacy, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LIOnS CLUB: Weekly lunch and meeting at 11:45 a.m. in the American Legion. ORCaS WOMEn’S STUDy GROUP:
Open book discussion every second of the month in the meeting room at the Longhouse, 1:30 p.m. THEOSOPHICaL STUDy GROUP:
MFrom October through May at the Indralaya Library from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call Rosalyn Truett for more information at 376-6765.
THURSDAY – ONGOING OPEn MIC PIZZa nIGHT: Doe Bay
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Resort Cafe, benefits island non-profits.
SJC Women Farmers’ Roundtable (Gents Welcome Too!)
Join WSU Extension and guest speakers from the Farm Service Agency, WSDA Small Farms Marketing Program, and NW Agriculture Business Center to learn about MARKETING YOUR FARM PRODUCTS (DISPLAYS AND PACKAGING THAT WORK), DEVELOPING YOUR BRAND, HOW TO APPLY FOR LOANS, AND GRANTS FOR FARMERS Followed by lunch and a working session on
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Skagit Valley College (Friday Harbor), $10 with pastries, drinks, and lunch provided
For information & register, call 370 7664 or email candace_jagel@wsu.edu
WSU San Juan County Extension programs are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office.
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Over the past 15 years, the Orcas Island Community Foundation has facilitated $2 million in grants to local organizations. During its annual report to the community on Sept. 8, the foundation celebrated that accomplishment with lunch, speeches, and recognition of volunteers. “OICF is proud to have fostered $2 million to this community,” said trustee Bruce Coffey. Recent recipients of community foundation grants were invited to set up displays at the luncheon. Representatives from such groups as Orcas Family Connections, Orcas Montessori School, the Food Bank, , Orcas Chamber Music Festival, and Farm to Cafeteria presented their work to the mingling crowd. The Community Foundation was founded in 1995 with the mission of fostering philanthropy to preserve and enhance the quality of life on Orcas. They carry out their work in several ways: Donor Advised Funds, where donors contribute funds to OICF, receive a tax receipt, and then advise the Foundation Board on how to distribute the funds; Community Endowment and Partners in Philanthropy, which provides
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The class will be held from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jane Alden will lead this workshop to explore the play, focusing on it the way directors and actors do, in order to experience the play from the inside and bring it to external life. The goal of the workshop will be to turn what is on the page into a living entity, one that affects and touches an audience. The fee for the workshop is $60 for six weeks, and will be limited to 10 participants. Each workshop participant will need to have a play script, which can be ordered through Darvill’s. “Intermediate Birding” begins Friday, Oct. 1 and runs for six weeks. The focus of this class will be “OverWintering and Backyard Birds.” Ornithologist/wildlife artist Kim Middleton,
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More fall classes at library Three more classes are available for sign-ups at the Orcas Island Library. “My Back Pages, Getting Started in Genealogy and Family History” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 22 and 29, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This two-week course will focus on a few simple ways to get started in the search for your ancestors. Bring a laptop computer, if you have one, your Orcas Island Library card, and the full name of a United States relative living between 1910 and 1930 for research purposes. Class size is limited to 12 students. A $15 enrollment fee covers both sessions. “Experience and Explore Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra” will begin Monday, Sept. 27 and run for six weeks, until Nov. 1.
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Library seeks new trustee The Orcas Island Library is seeking a new trustee to begin serving Jan. 1, 2011. The length of the term is five years. The board is composed of five members who
have the charge of planning the direction of the library services, making sure that policies comply with laws, and overseeing the library’s expenditure of funds.
As the trustees’ handbook states, “Throughout our nation’s history, the public library has offered free and equal access to the collected knowledge, information,
and history of our culture.” Serving as a trustee for the Orcas Public Library enables an individual to contribute to an institution that is available for everyone. If you are interested in serving as a library trustee, contact Maureen See at the San Juan County Council office, 378-2898.
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‘Cartridges for Kids’ Looking for a way to recycle your printer cartridges? Orcas Montessori School’s “Cartridges for Kids” program will turn your empty ink jet, laser and toner cartridges into cash. All funds go to the school program. The collection bin is open 24/7 at 1147 North Beach Road. Free collection bags are also available. For more information, call 376-5350 or info@orcasmontessori.org.
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Orcas Day of Caring Sept. 25 United Way extends an invitation to individuals and community organizations to join them on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 10 to 2 p.m. for the United Way of San Juan County’s annual “Day of Caring” on Orcas. Recipients of giving this year which will include the Orcas Loving Care Home, Orcas Senior Center and individual seniors in need of assistance. This is a day that United Way grantee recipients and board members celebrate the community’s donations to the United Way by giving back a day of volunteer work. Grant recipients this year included Orcas Family Connections – Family Resource Center, Orcas Island Prevention Partnership – Natural Helpers Program, the Orcas Family Health Center, Orcas Primary Intervention Program, Orcas Readiness to Learn, the Orcas Island Recreation Program – swimming and summer programs, Orcas Senior Center – Hearts and Hands program and the Orcas Montessori School. United Way provided approximately $33,000 to these Orcas organizations and over $115,000 countywide. If you would like to help between noon and 2 p.m. on Sept. 25, contact Marta Nielson at 376-2786 or mnielson@ orcas.k12.wa.us.
Grief recovery group to meet A grief recovery group will begin meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the parish hall of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Eastsound. The series of six meetings will continue through Oct. 12. The second meeting will be on Thursday, Sept. 23 followed by four meetings on Tuesday, Sept. 28, Thursday, Sept. 30, Tuesday, Oct. 5, and Tuesday, Oct. 12. The group experience will be facilitated by Dr. Fountiene Prince. Grieving is a natural process that follows any significant loss in life, which may include loss of a friend or family member through death or divorce or loss of familiar life functioning due to injury, illness, job loss or relocation. “Overcoming a major loss can challenge one’s sense of well-being as emotions are strongly affected,” Prince said. “Many grieving individuals find it helpful to meet with others coping with loss and to become familiar with the natural grief process.” The experience is educational and is intended for anyone who is living with the effects of a significant loss. Participants will explore the normal grief response and will learn strategies for coping with loss and reinvesting energy
in the future. There is no charge. Participants should plan to attend all meetings. If you, or someone you know, would like to participate, call Emmanuel Parish at 376-2352 to reserve a place in the group. Call Prince at 376-2098 with questions.
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Waterfront vistas, rolling hayfields, and dramatic bluff views are just some of the highlights of the seventh annual Lopez Island Home Tour scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18. Homeowners, builders, and local and nationally known architects have designed the seven houses included on the tour. The tour runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is selfguided. The Home Tour is the major annual fundraiser for Lopez Center for Community and the Arts. Tickets for the Home Tour are $30, and are now available at the Lopez Community Center, Islehaven Books, Paper Scissors on the Rock, and www.lopezcenter.com.
Charlie Groth, Carl Allen to perform Charlie Groth, a folk troubadour who has traveled to Orcas from Jacksonville, Fla., will entertain at the Orcas Grange on Saturday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Groth is an accomplished musician known for his easy-going, intimate, and positive on-stage manner. He plays guitar and mandolin in styles ranging from vintage jazz and swing to Piedmont-style blues to Doc Watson-style flatpicking to old-time/traditional folk music. Carl Allen of the Wanderers will open Groth’s show. Allen is an old-time folk singer, best known for his repertoire and impersonations of Woody Guthrie. He performed in June for the Orcas Museum’s Journey Stories event series. Admission to the concert is $12. If you can’t catch their
show Saturday, they will only be a ferry ride away on Sunday, Sept. 19 when they play at 2 p.m. at the Shaw Island Community Center.
Hi, I’m Ricky. I’m mostly white, but with those neat tan markings on my head. They call me a Jack Russell Terrier mix, whatever that means. I’m about three years old, full of love and friendly energy. I’ve just come to the Orcas Animal Shelter, and like it here a lot. But I can’t wait for you to come see me, any day from 2 to 5 p.m., and take me home for a sleep-over. You could also call 376-6777, or see us all on the web at orcaspets.org. See you soon!
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The first group of meetings will deliver information on current conditions and provide a forum for discussion of each island community’s unique needs and goals. Future meetings will focus on analysis of community-recommended options and the structure of the solid waste system. The results of the recent county-wide survey will provide a focus for discussion. Participants are encouraged to review the Survey Report which is posted on the County Solid Waste website, www.sanjuanco.com/swmp. A copy of the report is also available at each of the county libraries.
MEETING SCHEDULE Orcas Island, Sept. 29 4:30- 6:30pm, Eastsound Fire Station Lopez Island, Sept 30 4:00-6:00pm, Woodmen Hall San Juan Island, October 6 5:00-7:00pm, Mullis Senior Center Shaw Island, Oct. 7 10am-Noon, Shaw Community Center For further information on the meetings, contact Elizabeth Anderson at 370-0531 or elizabetha@sjcpublicworks.org
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SPACIOUS 1 bedroom condo. Peek-a-boo water view! Washer, dryer on site. Includes sewer, water & garbage. $625/ Month, first, last & deposit. References required. Available October 1st! 360-468-3789 manosprod@yahoo.com
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PRIVATE view cottage in North Beach! 3/4 bath, washer, wood stove & yard. $550/ month, plus utilities, $250 deposit, year round. No pets. 206-414-6621 LARGE 4 bedroom, 3 bath + den in beautiful Victorian Valley setting. Includes all appliances. $1650 month. First and last. Pets negotiable. 360-376-4831
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Walk to town or beach from either your 3 bedroom/ 2 bath, 1200 sq.ft, $950/mo. Or 4 bedroom/ 2 bath, 1800 sq.ft. $1350/mo, Energy Star rated home. 571-2332555. Available Now mntwp@aol.com
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APARTMENT available October 15th. Quiet 1 bedroom, 1 bath. An easy walk to markets, banks, school, library & post office! $850/ month plus utilities, first & deposit. Includes washer, dryer & dishwasher. No smoking. No pets. 360376-2387
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RESIDENTIALS FOR RENT: ORCAS ISLAND Deer Harbor Waterfront - Unfurnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath with spectacular view. Large deck, daylight basement and Private sandy beach. Available 11-1. $1600 Fabulous Custom Home Spectacular views. 4 BR/4 ½ BA Gourmet kitchen, 2nd kitchen, 2 frplcs, soaking jetted tub, walk in closets. On Buck Mountain. Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, spacious L/R. N/S, W/D, D/W, $3500 Spacious Home w/ Mom-in Law Suite - 2 BR/2.5BA, den, fam.rm & office, wdstv, fp, garage, large decks, scenic front & back yards. Self efficient suite w/own entrance. N/S, D/W, W/D, pets negot. $2400 incl. water Waterfront w/Knockout Views - 2 BR/2.5 BA + den home w/woodstove, decks, W/D, D/W, N/S Pets negot. $1200 Minutes from Town Spacious 5 BR, 3 BA on nearly 5 acres. Fenced horse pasture and outbuilding. W/D, D/W, N/S, No Pets. $1400 Cozy and Furnished Two BR, 2 BA home with loft on Buck Mt. Bright, sunny and private with partial views. Available 11/1/20102/28/2011 N/S, N/P Includes some utilities $1200 Call Helene Picone (360) 376-8000 or email helene@windermere.com
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SUNNY 2+ Bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Available September now. Power and garbage included. $850 month, first, last and deposit. More info at www.dongalt.com or call (360)378-8637. Orcas
WATER VIEW! Charming and unique 2 bedroom log cabin. Gardens, orchard, decks and privacy. Washer and dryer, non smoking, pets negotiable. $995 first last and deposit. 360376-6156
RESIDENTIALS FOR RENT: San Juan Island Cabin in the Woods – One BR/1 BA with sleeping loft, W/D, wood stove, deck, in-town location, includes Town water. N/S, Pets negot. $725 Condo in Town w/Great View - 2 BR/2 BA Relax on the deck w/view of the harbor. W/D, D/W, N/S, Pets negot. $900 Relaxing View of Griffin Bay – 2 BR/1 ž BA + office/den with loft, f/p insert, separate studio, yard, deck, W/D, D/W, Pets negot., N/S $1000 Water View Studio at Cape San Juan – ž /BA, kitchen, balcony, garage, comm. pool, W/D, N/S, N/P, mo. to mo. lease $850 incl. elec. Cape San Juan – 2 BR/2BA home w/filtered view, wood stove, deck, shed & comm. pool. Walk to beach, W/D, Pets negot, N/S $900 Water View – 1 BR/1BA w/ living /dining room, garage, quiet private area, local beach N/S, N/P, D/W, W/D $800 Condo in Town – 1 BR/1 BA unit w/pool & laundry facility. Walk to town. N/S, N/P $550 Incl. water, sewer, garbage. Call Susan Barkshire (360) 378-8600 or email susan@windermeresji.com
is accepting applications for 1 BR. Must be 62 or older, handicapped or disabled. Basic rent at $380 or 30% of adjusted income.
CHARMING 1 bedroom cottage in Olga. Hardwood floors, fenced yard. Free laundry onsite. $725 includes electric. References. 360376-3622
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LARGE Beautiful home near Cascade Lake. Spectacular water views! Three bedrooms, three baths, country kitchen, pantry, two refrigerators, washer, dryer, dishwasher, four televisions, two wood burning stoves, 2.5 car garage, large deck, barbecue grill, fenced and landscaped yard plus gated driveway. Recently rented for $2,200 per month. Now only $1,450. Terms negotiable. One of the best deals on Orcas! Available soon, call or email now! First, last & security deposit. Call 1-239-362-3582 terrydonovan1@yahoo.com ORCAS ISLAND
WORKSHOP/ Storage area. Approximately 400 SF. A workshop ready to go with florescent lighting, 110 outlets, large bay doors, insulted walls & ceilings, peg board, side office & storage area. $295 month. More info at www.dongalt.com or call 360-378-8637 WA Misc. Rentals Want to Share ORCAS ISLAND
HOUSE TO SHARE! Two separate spacious rooms to rent $500 each per month with partial work/ trade possible. Includes utilities and local phone. Laundry, hot tub, sauna, large deck, garden space, satellite TV, Wi-Fi & meditation room. For details contact: lecanarddor@yahoo.com or 360-376-2209 Commercial Rentals Office/Commercial LOPEZ ISLAND
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OLGA. Sunny, solar cabin. 3 bedroom, large, private, wooded property. Woodstove, Available October 1st. $925. (360)376-3622 Apartments for Rent San Juan County Eastsound
APARTMENT for rent. 1 Bedroom, 1,000 Sq. Ft. with complete kitchen and laundry. Includes electric, propane, water, heat and DirecTV. Private parking. Terms: $950 month, plus first and last month. $250 cleaning deposit. Minimum 6 month lease. Available July 15th. 360-376-4558 EASTSOUND
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Warehouse/Studio 15’x28’, loading dock, multiple access, water, elec. $350. Avail. 10/1 Office/Studio includes electricity $160 Avail. 10/1 Office/Studio 20’x15’, Territorial View, heat, elec.! $230. Avail. 9/1
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THE BEST Commercial space available in Eastsound. Corner of Main Street and North Beach Road. Currently operating as a cafe, includes beautiful outdoor garden. Negotiable Winter rates. For more info contact Susan Gudgell, 360376-2173. Announcements DEER HARBOR
MODEST 1 BR apt with renovated kitchen & bath. Wood heat, wood provided. $600 rent includes water & $50 electric allowance. No smoking. 360-376-8007 Lopez Island
TURN-KEY Apartment. Cozy 1 bedroom, fully furnished. Includes electric utilities, wireless internet, satellite TV. North end near village, water view with sunsets. No smoking, small pets okay. $750 month. 360468-3588.
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Employment General
BOOKKEEPER, GENERAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Small internet based business on Orcas Island is seeking a parttime Bookkeeper and General Office Assistant. Proficient in Netsuite preferred, but computer based accounting critical. Please email resume to: Robert@mindplace.com
Deer Harbor Marina is beginning to take applications for our
DOCK STORE/ GIFT SHOP
summer season Looking for responsible, outgoing, self motivated individuals with good references Call Marc or Nicole (360)376-3037
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LOPEZ ISLAND PREVENTION COALITION (LIPC) EXECUTIVE COORDINATOR .50 -.80 FTE, Salary D.O.E. Employee responsible for the coordination and administration of activities of LIPC. Bachelor degree and three years of professional experience in fields related to education, substance abuse prevention, social work, community mobilization, or grant writing required. Other related experience may substitute for the required education. For job description and application, go to: www.lifrc.org. Please submit application, cover letter, and resume to: Lopez Island Prevention Coalition, Attn: Celia Marquis at PO Box 732, Lopez Island, WA 98261. Position opened until filled; Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
LOPEZ ISLAND PREVENTION COALITION YOUTH ENGAGEMENT FACILITATOR .40 - .50 FTE Salary D.O.E. Employee responsible for the coordination and administration of LIPC youth engagement and mobilization. Bachelor degree and three years of experience in fields related to education, recreation, substance abuse prevention, social work, community mobilization required. Other experience may substitute for the required education. Community experience with Lopez Island and grant writing skills are desirable. For job description and application, go to: www.lifrc.org Please submit application, cover letter, and resume to: Lopez Island Prevention Coalition Attn: Celia Marquis/ PO Box 732/ Lopez Island, WA 98261. Position opened until filled; Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment General
JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER Needed
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Part time Library Technician The Orcas Island School District is taking applications for a PSE-represented, classified, 0.23 FTE Library Technician, 2.5 hours per school day; First year hourly rate: $14.65; Open until filled. Please call OISD HR Office at 360 376-1502 for application information or check Employment Opportunities at orcasislandschools.org for more information. EOE Part time Teachers The Orcas Island School District is taking applications for: • 0.2 FTE high school Spanish Teacher; • 0.2 FTE ELL (English Language Learner) Teacher; Applicants must have or be qualified to apply for appropriate WA teaching certification and meet the Federal NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher standards for these positions. Open until filled. Please call OISD HR Office at 360 376-1502 for application information or check Employment Opportunities at orcasislandschools.org for more information.
Employment General
Employment Restaurant
Home Furnishings
Dogs
HOUSEKEEPERS WANTED
SERVER Looking for experienced server for weekends and possible weekdays. Must be mature, professional, neat in appearance, team-player. Please send resume to info@alliumonorcas.com Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.
EXCELLENT condition! Dining table: Queen Anne solid cherry with 6 chairs (2 captain style with arms), $350 obo. China hutch, matching, ornate carving on the bonnet, 6 drawers below, two doors & glass front $250 obo. All for $550 firm. Clinton, Whidbey Island 360-579-4064
AKC REGISTERED French Bulldog puppies. 4 Brindle and White males, ready now for new homes. Champion Bloodlines. Parents onsite. Vet Checked, Dewormed, Dew Claws Removed. 360-468-2080 Lopez Island
At West Beach Resort, Orcas Island. PT and FT positions available. Send resume to: darcy@westbeachresort.com or stop by for application. 190 Waterfront Way.
Health Care Employment
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Busy Outpatient South Whidbey Island Physical Therapy practice needs
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Licensed Physical Therapist OR Physical Therapist Assistant
Competitive salary * SIGN ON BONUS! • Good Benefits • Great team environment • Flexible Schedule Fax or email resume to: 360-331-4114 famcare3@whidbey.com Employment Restaurant
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Homesteaders Restaurant and Lounge located at Friday Harbor Best Western is now accepting applications for all restaurant positions. All resumes and applications accepted at Friday Harbor Espresso. Contact Mark Brokman; 360378-8886
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Home Services
House/Cleaning Service
Offering Professional, Quality Services In: Housesitting, Pet Sitting & House Cleaning
Excellent References. Rates, Services and Schedule Negotiable. Please call Charleen at:
Wanted/Trade
360-622-6042
LOOKING FOR used 2-4 person hot tub in workable condition. (360)317-4106
Home Furnishings
Dogs
7 FT. SOFA with extra slip cover, $300; Black leather chair, multiple vibration settings, $900; Round dinette table with chairs, $150; Electric twin bed (extra long), $300. 360-378-2406 DINING ROOM SET!!!!! Nine elegant solid wood pieces. Matching: table with removable self storing leaf (7’7”x3’5”), 6 chairs, buffet table (4’x22”) & oval end table. Traditional dark cherry color & ornamental legs. Excellent condition!!! Free delivery in Kitsap. $1,875. 206-7801118 velomagicz@yahoo.com
BOXER PUPPIES, AKC, born July 15th, ready to go now. Brindle, fawn, and white available. Parents onsite. Family raised. Vet check, first shots, and wormed. $500 and up. 425-6989734.
Miscellaneous
COMMERCIAL Restaurant/ Coffee Shop Equipment and Supplies for sale. Too many to list. Call for more info. 360376-2669.
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BICHON FRISE puppies. AKC Registered. Born July 11th. Taking deposits. $800 each. Will be vet checked and have first shots and be dewormed. Call for information, (360)874-7771, (360)621-8096 or go to website to see our adorable puppies! www.bichonfrise puppies4sale.com Coming soon, 1/2 Bichon Frise, 1/2 Pomeranian!
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AKC GERMAN Shepherd puppies, bred for sound temperament and train ability. All German bloodlines. Parents onsite and family raised. Males / females. $800. 360-456-0362
BOSTON Terrier Pups Purebred, born June 11th. Excellent markings & conformation! 2 males & one female are paper trained with second shots. Family raised! Super friendly dispositions! Only $700 ea. Harriet 360-929-0495/ 679-2500
GREAT DANE Puppies, AKC. Males/ females. Every color but Fawns. Three litters half Euro, plus other litters. Puppies ready! All puppies $600 & up, and on sale from 15%-25% off, health guarnatee. Licensed since 2002. Dreyersdanes is Oregon state’s largest breeder of Great Danes. Visit: www.dreyersdanes.com Call 503-556-4190 Find it. Buy it. Sell it. www.pnwAutos.com
SAN JUAN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICES San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.
MEETING NOTICE NOTICE OF LAND BANK COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING on its PROPOSED 2011 EXPENDITURE AND ACQUISITION PLAN The San Juan County Land Commission will hold a Public ing on Friday, September 17, at 10:30 a.m. to consider its’
Bank Hear2010 2011
MEETING NOTICE
Expenditure and Acquisition Plan. Public testimony will be heard. The 10:30 a.m. Public Hearing will take place in the Orcas Landing Meeting Room located at 4643 Orcas Road, Orcas Island. Copies of the draft Plan are available upon request from the Land Bank office beginning on Tuesday September 7, 2010, 378-4402, 328 Caines Street, Friday Harbor. Anyone desiring to comment in writing
on the draft Plan should submit a statement to the Land Bank office no later than 12:00 noon, September 16, 2010. Judy Cumming San Juan County Land Bank 350 Court Street #6 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Legal No.: SJ3038 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder September 1, 8 and 15, 2010
The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on Friday, September 17th in the Orcas Landing Meeting Room, 4643 Orcas Road, Orcas Island. The meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. Public comment time is sched-
WAY PURPOSES ONLY AS CONTAINED IN THE DECLARATION OF THE PLAT OF ROSARIO HIGHLANDS, NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 3 OF PLATS, PAGES 25 AND 25A, RECORDS OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 493 HIGHLANDS DRIVE EASTSOUND, Washington 98245-0000 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 2/17/2007, recorded 2/27/2007, under Auditor’s File No. 20070227021, in Book , Page records of San Juan County, Washington, from JACK B COE AND ROSE B COE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to SAN JUAN TITLE COMPANY, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL, LLC (F/K/A HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL NETWORK, INC.) A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL, LLC (F/K/A HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL NET-
WORK, INC.) A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC FKA GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: PAYMENT INFORMATION FROM 2/1/2010 THRU 6/17/2010 NO.PMT 5 AMOUNT $2,241.39 TOTAL $11,206.95 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION FROM 2/1/2010 THRU 6/17/2010 NO. LATE CHARGES 5 TOTAL $467.90 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: 2/17/2007 Note Amount: $300,000.00 Interest Paid To: 1/1/2010 Next Due Date: 2/1/2010 IV. The amount to cure defaulted payments as of the date of this notice is $16,345.38. Payments and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made, it is necessary to contact the beneficiary prior to the time you tender the reinstatement
amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. As of the dated date of this document the required amount to payoff the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: $303,234.57 (note: due to interest, late charges and other charges that may vary after the date of this notice, the amount due for actual loan payoff may be greater). The principal sum of $289,647.75, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 2/1/2010, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 9/24/2010. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 9/13/2010, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 9/13/2010 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with
NOTICE OF REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING:
uled for 10:00 a.m. The public is welcome at every monthly Land Bank Commission meeting. Diane Kinnaman San Juan County Land Bank 350 Court Street #6 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Legal No.: SJ3041 Published: The Journal of the San Juans, The Islands’ Sounder September 15, 2010
LEGALS
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Loan No: 0472425529 APN: 272550039000 TS No: WA-217501-C I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LSI Title Agency, Inc., the undersigned Trustee will on 9/24/2010, at 10:00 AM at In the lobby of the San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street, Friday Harbor, Washington sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of San Juan, State of Washington, to-wit: PARCEL A: LOT 39, ROSARIO HIGHLANDS NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 3 OF PLATS, PAGES 25 AND 25A, RECORDS OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. PARCEL B: AN EASEMENT OVER AND ACROSS THE ROAD AND STREETS AS PLATTED AS A MEANS OF INGRESS AND EGRESS FOR PRIVATE ROAD-
cashier’s or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 9/13/2010 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): JACK B COE AND ROSE B COE, HUSBAND AND WIFE 493 HIGHLANDS DRIVE EASTSOUND, Washington 98245-0000 JACK B COE and ROSE B COE 2951 MARINA BAY DRIVE, BUILDING 130 SUITE 383 LEAGUE CITY, TX 77573-2785 by both first class and certified mail on 5/17/2010, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such ser-
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ADORABLE AKC Weimaraner puppies! Ready for their new homes on 9/7. Both parents on site. Socialized, pad traing started, up to date shots & worming. 3 blue males and 3 silver females. $600 each. Call Jennifer 360-720-2947 to reserve yours’ today!! Oak Harbor, Whidbey Isl Bazaars/Craft Fairs
FLEA MARKET & Recycling Event
Sat, Oct. 9, 9am-1pm
FLEA MARKET & CRAFT FAIR
Sat. Nov 13 & Sat. Dec 11, 9am-1pm At The SAN JUAN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Vendor Space Available For All Dates! For Application Contact The Fair At 360-378-4310 or info@sanjuan countyfair.org Garage/Moving Sales San Juan County Deer Harbor
HUGE SALE, Sept. 18th, Deer Harbor, 10AM. Tents, camping gear, inflatable kayaks, Hobie kayaks, new Scuba Pro wetsuits and accessories, new fishing gear. (513)300-4168
Garage/Moving Sales San Juan County EASTSOUND
LARGE Sale. Construction, Electrical and Plumbing Supplies. Misc. Project Materials. Island Storage, September 17th and 18th, 24th and 25th, 11am-3pm.
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Marine Power
2005 Seaswirl Striper 23’ 305 V8 10 Volvo Penta $39,900
1983 19’ Bayliner Capri Hardtop. Great condition. “turn-key”. Customized EZ-Loader trailer. Color GPS/Fish Finder, Compass, Safety gear, Charts, Lines, Anchor, Canvas cabin enclosure, Nissan kicker, Easy-lift bracket. Bilge pump, Battery, Gauges, Lighting, Marine radio, much more. Seats six, sleeps four. Volvo I/O. Inflatable dingy, manuals, $7,300/obo. Location: Orcas Island. 360-3763351. 1996 12’ LOWE aluminum boat. 6 horsepower Johnson 2 cycle outboard motor. $1,500 OBO. Call for details. 360-378-8376, Friday Harbor 2003 ALUMAWELD Stryker, 19 1/2 ft. Completely outfitted. 2 Scotty electric down riggers, 115 HP Mercury (oil injected), 8 HP Honda 4 stroke, top side curtain and back drop, pole holders, everything completem, $18,500 firm. 360-331-3721, Freeland
Radar GPS, full electronix, 8 hp trolling motor, & trailer.
Marine Power
14’ SEA EAGLE, 2010, with 2010 25hp 4 stroke Yamaha. Low use. $3500. (513)300-4168 17’ BOSTON WHALER, 2005. 170 Montauk, 90 HP, ELPT 4 stroke, low time Mercury engine with stainless steel propeller. Like new cond with many optional accessories. $19,500. Call Bill, (206)463-1752, Vashon Island.
32’ SEARAY Sundancer 2004. Boat shows like new!!! Blue hull and fully equipped. Twin Mercury Mag MPI 300 HP engines (160 hours). Kohler 5KW generator/ AC (estimate 15 hours). New Garman 4208 GPS, Raymarine GPS/ Radar, Lowfrans Windlass, Vacuflush head, 8’ hard bottom inflatable with 8 HP Yamaha, custom camper canvas & much more! Local boat! $129,950. 360-378-3173 or 206-794-1945
vice or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the Unlawful Detainer Act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. If you are a tenant or subtenant in possession of the property that was purchased, pursuant to section 4 of this act, the purchaser at the trustee’s sale may either give you a new rental agreement OR give you a written notice to vacate the property in sixty days or more before the end of the monthly rental period. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 6/17/2010 LSI Title Agency, Inc. 1111 Main St., #200 Vancouver, WA 98660 Sale Line:: 714-730-2727 Karen Balsano Authorized Signatory ASAP# 3618485 08/25/2010, 09/15/2010 Legal No: S1575 Published: The Islands’ Sounder August 25 and September 15, 2010
PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN In the Matter of the Estate of:
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18’ HEWESCRAFT Sportsman, 2009, with 90hp Honda, Lowrance GPS/ depth finder and soft top. This sturdy aluminum boat has exciting fuel economy and if you’re looking for reliability that you don’t have to pump a lot of money into, this is it! $23,500. Call 360-9295256 or 360-929-3847 or email LLOOSE@comcast.net
1996/7 Trophy Model 2509. Original owner. 225 Merc with 295 hours, 9.9 Merc with 51 hours. Professionally maintained, Canvas, Stored in heated garage each winter Marine head, GPS/sounder, Galvanized trailer Fresh bottom paint, complete season service This boat shows like new. $32,500 OBO. 360-378-3173
Automobiles Classics & Collectibles
1969 TRIUMPH TR6. Hard and soft tops. New seats, tires, starter motor, exhaust. Very good condition. Asking $11,000. 360-468-2629 or email: bakerview@rockisland.com www.pnwCareers.com Local jobs. Local people. Find it. Buy it. Sell it. www.pnwAutos.com
MARGUERITE A. GUDGELL, Deceased. NO. 10-4-05042-4 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The personal representatives named below has been appointed as personal representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representatives or the personal representatives’ attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representatives served or mailed the notice to the creditors as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of first publication: September 1, 2010 Personal Representatives: Wallace F. Gudgell, Jr. George Michael Gudgell Attorney for Personal Representative: Christine R. Kenady Address for mailing service: P.O. Box 107 Eastsound, WA 98245 Christine R. Kenady Attorney for Estate P.O. Box 107 Eastsound, WA 98245 360/376-2024 WSBA No. 12206 Legal No.: S1577 Published: The Islands’ Sounder September 1, 8 and 15, 2010
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A.9A-604(a)(2) et seq. Trustee’s Sale No: WA-USB-108726 “ Loan No. 6800175277 I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, LSI TITLE AGENCY,
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Automobiles Classics & Collectibles
1947 FORD Truck. Stake bed, all original, excellent condition, garage kept, runs great, flathead V-8. Asking $12,400. Coupeville 360-632-6761
Automobiles BMW
Pickup Trucks Nissan
2005 BMW 325XI, AWD. 49,750 miles makes for a reliable well maintained vehicle! Sleek light green exterior with luxurious grey leather interior! Sunroof for sunny days! Beautiful sounding Harman Kardon CD Stereo System. Certified pre-owned! Excellent condition! Extended warranty until May 2011! Call today, only $16,000. Bremerton, Kitsap county. 1-803-577-2326
2000 NISSAN Frontier pickup. Grey inside and out! 5 speed, 58,000 miles with large newer insulated canopy! Recent tune-up!!! A-1 condition! $9,000. Port Orchard, Kitsap county. 360-871-2896
Automobiles $1000 & Under
Automobiles Volkswagen
1967 VW BEETLE, Runs great. Numerous new parts. Good condition. $2500. (360)2024689. Whidbey Island Automobiles Chevrolet
BREEZE BIKE/ Electric Scooter. 30 MPH. 3 hours on engine, $850 new, asking $650. Top condition, call 360-4720672. Orcas Island Pickup Trucks Dodge
GORGEOUS ‘82 T-Top Pearl White Corvette, automatic. Original pristine condition! 8 cylinders, babied by one owner & never raced! Tan leather interior, always garaged, air, low miles, power seats, windows & steering. Call me for a drive! You’ll believe it’s a beauty. I want to sell!!! $15,500 obo. 360730-1316
INC., will on October 15, 2010, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at IN THE LOBBY OF THE SAN JUAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 350 COURT STREET, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real and persona! property (hereafter referred to collectively as the “Property”}, situated in the County of SAN JUAN, State of Washington: LOT 1, GRAVES PLAT ALTERATION OF LOT 7, NORTH BEACH ACRE TRACTS Tax Parcel No: 271155007000, commonly known as 22 LORELEI LANE , EASTSOUND, WA. The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 9/19/2008, recorded 9/23/2008 , under Auditor’s/Recorder’s No. 2008 0923013, records of SAN JUAN County, Washington, from TROY DELLOMES O’NEAL, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SEPARATE ESTATE, as Grantor, to SAN JUAN TITLE CO, as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by US BANK, NA. II No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. ill The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 1/1/2010, AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Amount due as of July 16, 2010 Delinquent Payments from January 01, 2010 7 payments at $ 1,899.79 each $ 13,298.53 (01-01-10 through 07-16-10) Late Charges: $ 607.92 TOTAL: $ 13,906.45 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $283,209.43, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expenses of
Vans & Minivans Volkswagen
1974 VW camper van. Great condition. Refrigerator, stove, sink, curtains. New 914 engine, exhaust. Solar wired. $3900. (360)317-6882 Friday Harbor Campers/Canopies
8’ 1983 JAYCO popup tent trailer. Good condition. On Lopez. $1500. (new costs $7800+) Call or email inquiries to: ianlange@rockisland.com (360)468-4023 Misc. Recreational Vehicles
1953 DODGE 1/2 Ton Pick-up Truck. 3 speed straight 6. Runs fine. New radial tires. New complete brake set. Unknown miles. Located on San Juan Island. $3500 Call Bill (831) 625-4226
28’ 5th WHEEL, 1992 Hitchhiker II. Sleeps 4, fully self contained, air conditioning, cassette stereo and 6’ tip out. Slight snow damage. Fair condition. $3,000. Keith 253-228-9278 Free, fast and easy! www.pnwCareers.com
sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on October 15, 2010. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by October 4, 2010 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before October 4, 2010, (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in paragraph Ell is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated at any time after October 4, 2010, (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: TROY DELLOMES O’NEAL, 22 LORELEI LANE, EASTSOUND, WA, 98245 by both first class and certified mail on 06/10/2010, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 6/11/2010, the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written notice of default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII The Trustee’s Sale will be held in accordance with Ch. 61.24 RCW and anyone wishing to bid at the sale will be required to have in his/her possession at the time the bidding commences, cash, cashier’s check, or certified check in the amount of at least one dollar over the Beneficiary’s opening bid. In addition, the successful bidder will be required to pay the full amount of his/her bid in cash, cashier’s check, or certified check within one hour of the making of the bid. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII The effect of the sale will be to
Motorcycles
2001 HARLEY “Fatboy” 8,500 miles. Asking $10,200. For pictures and data, please email: davekline5790@ comcast.net or call Dave 360-682-6571, Oak Harbor. Leave message.
2003 BMW F650csa silver; half-fairing, heated and covered hand grips, lockable top-box and expandable rear bag, garage kept, excellent condition. Perfect as a first bike or keeper. 60 mpg light weight easy handling and dependable. 7,000 miles. $4,950. Call 360-679-4104 or 360720-1252, Oak Harbor 2008 HARLEY Sportster Nitster. 1200cc, Buckhorn handlebars, 600 miles. Forward controls with stock pegs included. Silver and Black. Like new. Tags good through November 2010. $8,000 OBO. Call today for a great deal! 360990-2532 days or 360779-1024 answering machine. Motorhomes
LOOKING FOR a Motorhome or travel trailer. 1990 or newer. Will consider any size. Have cash. Call 360286-7799 Automobiles MINI
2008 MINI COOPER. Automatic transmission, Red with black interior, black/white checkered trim, dual sunroof. Under 20K miles. Gas mileage to 40 mpg. $18,000 (Blue Book). Mint condition. Call (360)598-1580
deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all of their interest in the above described property. IX Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the same pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s Saie. X NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceeding under the Unlawful Detainer Act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. Sale Information Line: 714-730-2727 or Website: http://www.lpsasap.com Dated: 7/12/2010 LSI TITLE AGENCY, INC., AS TRUSTEE By: Asset Foreclosure Services, Inc., as Agent for the Trustee 3500 188th Street, SW # 300, Lynwood, WA 98037 Phone: 877-237-7878 Sale Information Line: 714-730-2727 None Vergara, Sr. Trustee Sale Officer ASAP# 3648879 09/15/2010, 10/06/2010 Legal No: S1578 Published: The Islands’ Sounder September 15 and October 6, 2010
MEETING NOTICE ALL STATUTORY MEMBERS OF FOUR WINDS, INC. At the request of John DesCamp, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Four Winds, Inc., a special meeting of the statutory members of Four Winds, Inc. will be held at Four Winds Camp, 286 Fourwinds Road, Deer Harbor, Washington on October 14, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of repealing the current Bylaws of Four Winds, Inc. and adopting new Bylaws. Please contact Paul Sheridan at (360) 376-2277 if you have any questions. Legal No.: S1580 Published: The Islands’ Sounder September 15, 2010
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