Creation at Hovander Gardens — News, A2
Practice in Blaine pits Golden Eagles against Lynden Christian. — Sports, B2
Students in the Ferndale School District eat breakfast at Cascadia Elementary School in Ferndale. (Taras McCur-
For the Record
WHATCOM — Whatcom County Library System has added to its collection and to its services. Many things are free to a public battling with rising costs and wanting to save money.
Mary Vermillion is community relations manager for WCLS. Recently, she said many patrons may not realize the library has free access to streaming movies, music, audiobooks, genealogy research, art and craft classes, language learning classes through wcls.org/digital-content.
Vermillion also said coloring kits, framed art and power monitors are accessible through the system’s Library of ings.
LinkedIn Learning uses courses developed by Lynda.com that provide video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative and business skills. Library sta also provide tech assistance and can help people who are looking for employment, Vermillion said.
“LinkedIn Learning is available for free via your library card,” she said. “It’s also a great resource for people looking to add to their skill base.”
Lisa Gresham has managed the WCLS collection services department since March 2014. Her background includes a master’s degree in library and information science from Wayne State University. She served as branch manager of the Ferndale Library from 2004 through 2006, and adult services coordinator from 2006-2014 in which she selected much of the adult collection and planned system-wide adult programming.
Gresham also has been facilities coordinator assisting with renovation projects of buildings in the WCLS network.
“As collection services manager, I oversee all processes that touch the lifecycle of our materials – selection, cataloging, processing, and deselection – as well as our databases, digital materials, and interlibrary loan,” Gresham said.
Gresham works with a team of degreed librarians who, guided by WCLS collection policy, make decisions about what to purchase for speci c areas of the collection. Each area of the collection has a budget assigned to it, she said, and the selectors work to spread spending out over the entire year so there are always new materials for patrons to discover in any given collection.
“Selectors consider multiple perspectives when making selection decisions including reviews by reputable sources, anticipated popular demand, patron requests, topics of current interest and quality of the material,” Gresham said.
“ ey seek to provide a balanced collection with content that speaks to the diversity of opinion and life experiences.”
On hot summer days, many patrons may stop by a library branch to enjoy the air conditioning, use the Wi- , or peruse the collection at hand. Wi-Fi Hotspots support equitable access to the internet, which is central to the WCLS mission, Gresham said.
WCLS plans additional hot spots, Gresham said. Most branches have separate areas for teens and children and holding areas for patrons to run in and grab requested material.
Some branches have added to programs with movies and walking clubs.
By Taras McCurdie Ferndale RecordFERNDALE — Held at Cascadia Elementary School from June 21 to July 20, Ferndale School District operated a summer meal program where anyone 18 years and younger received a free
breakfast and lunch.
According to the district’s food service team, there were 332 breakfasts and 342 lunches served in June, and those numbers increased in July to 372 breakfasts and 418 lunches. is was the third year the program was o ered, with 2021 recording the
largest number of visitors and 2022 and 2023 having fewer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “students who participate in the school meal programs consume more whole grains, milk, fruits and vegetables dur-
July 28-29 is this year’s Whatcom Old Settlers Association’s annual picnic. The two-day event is at Pioneer Park, 2004 Cherry St., across from the Phillips 66 ball fields. (File Photos Taras McCurdie/Ferndale Record)
By Bill Helm EditorFERNDALE — July
28-29, Whatcom County
Old Settlers Association will celebrate 127 years of memories at Pioneer Park, 2004 Cherry St., Ferndale.
at’s across from the Phillips 66 ball elds. Visit whatcomoldsettlers.com for more information.
Each year, the celebration’s signature event is the parade, held on Saturday. is year’s parade grand marshal is Ferndale’s American Legion Kulshan Post 154 and Auxiliary.
Recently, Post 154 announced it would close permanently after being open for more than 100 years.
e parade starts at 11 a.m. at 3rd Avenue, as folks traverse down the avenue before they stop at Pioneer Park.
In addition to the parade, the Old Settlers weekend includes a car show, Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Central Elementary School
at 1st Avenue. ere are always plenty of classic cars to enjoy. ere’s more going on at the Old Settlers Picnic, with plenty of craft vendors and plenty of food to eat. Also, tour for free the log cabins at historic Pioneer Village. Cabins each year are hosted by Ferndale Heritage Society volunteers. Don’t miss the ag presentation by Boy Scout Troop 4026 at 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Following the ag presentation, there’s plenty of music Saturday with Queens Bluegrass taking main stage at 2 p.m., followed by Kapelle Blasser-Faver at 6 p.m. At 9 p.m. in the Barr Barn is the Saturday night adult pioneer dance. Local band NorthstaR, a quintet of lifelong musicians will play rock-n-roll, southern rock, and rocking country. Visit whatcomoldsettlers.com for more information.
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FERNDALE — Especially in the summer, Hovander Homestead Park attracts many visitors for special events and picnics. Each spring, the Whatcom County WSU Master Gardeners group hosts a large plant sale as a fundraiser and is noted for specialty garden beds on the premises for displaying dahlias, showcasing colorful owers, native plants, a pollinator garden, berries, identifying weeds, and growing vegetables for the local food bank.
In a separate section of the grounds at Hovander, there is a special garden just for children. e theme changes a bit each year but is something especially appealing for the young. is year, 50 years since the creation of the Master Gardeners program in King County, the theme is
Storybook gardens. e Whatcom County Parks Department personnel referred inquiries to Master Gardeners and speci cally to Pam Newland.
“ e last couple of years the children’s garden has partnered with the Ferndale Library for children’s storytime in the garden for the month of July,” Newland said. “ ey bring out their mobile library for the kids to visit out in the apple orchard (to the side of the home).”
In 2011, several of the Master Gardeners created the Children’s Story Garden to provide a place for children and their families to learn about growing their own food.
“ e garden was nearly decimated by the ood of November 2021 and volunteers have worked tirelessly to restore and improve the garden,” Newland said. “We have replaced the split rail fencing which was washed away with drought-tolerant perennial borders which we hope will be more
ood resistant in the future. e storybook raised beds remain and each is dedicated to a di erent children’s story related to gardens, such as ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ with beans growing in the bead.”
Other ower beds have signage with books displayed and the names of the plants identi ed: e Little Mouse; e Big Ripe Strawberry and the Big Hungry Bear; Tops & Bottoms; One Potato, Two Potato; and Stone Soup. Tall colorful sun owers ring the area. A stone bench shaped like a happy pig o ers a place to sit. Poles and string support growing vines.
Seating has been added to this area as families wanted to not just come to the garden but sit and read a story from the library there in the garden. A long-term plan is in place, partially brought on by the ood, from a landscape architect to be able to
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Editor’s note: is week, the Ferndale Record is publishing responses to questions by candidates for the following elections: Whatcom County Executive, Whatcom County Council District No. 4, Whatcom County Council At-Large Pos. B and Ferndale School Board Director District No. 2.
Q: Why are you
A: From a young age I have been empowered by the educators who guided me, and this
City you live in: Ferndale Experience in public o ce: No experience in public o ce.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: I am running for this o ce to participate in the decision making that a ects my three children who attend schools in Ferndale. I believe that my professional experience and background is a good addition to the current board. Since I have spent my work-life in a business setting I understand how high performing organizations are formed and maintained. I want to be an asset for the children in the Ferndale School District. Ensuring a good education and supporting the teachers with what they need to help them achieve more.
I believe parents should be involved in their children’s progress, develop-
Adrian Sheridane Ferndale Record newspaper emailed Adrian Sheridan questions for our 2023 primary election coverage. Sheridan did not respond to any of our attempts to solicit information for publication.
has continued through today as I seek to use my experience in higher education on behalf of my community. As Ferndale grows and the needs of students and families adjust, I believe my 10plus years of experience will contribute positively to the board and student outcomes. I believe serving our community is a responsibility, and I am excited to
bring that sense of dedicated service to the Ferndale School Board.
Q: What are the primary issues facing the Ferndale School Board?
A: Adequate funding to ensure continued growth in key academic areas such as math and English is a key issue facing the board. Developing budgets that re ect that priority, as well as the recruitment and retention of faculty and sta , will be the subject of much work. Additionally, students are facing a post-COVID mental health crisis which the
district can, and should, address with programs and support. Finally, growing student absenteeism is an issue that can have lasting impacts on students and the community. Working with administrators on ways to stem this issue and address underlying concerns is critical to student growth and ensuring a quality education.
Q: What would your approach be to solving those issues?
A: Wanting to respond to those issues comes with the responsibility of hearing and listening to those who are directly connected
to the experiences of working with the district. I plan to take a collaborative approach of hearing from our most important stakeholders. Approaching these listening sessions comes from an understanding that as a school district, the success of our students comes from them being engaged learners who become active citizens. As a school board director, I seek to take our local and state policies and apply them in a way that students, teachers, and families can receive the outcomes they want from their K-12 experience and continue to make the experience in Ferndale Schools worthwhile.
ment and maturation.
Q: What are the primary issues facing the Ferndale School Board?
A: I strongly believe that our kid’s scores/knowledge in our school district need to be improved.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: I would like to work with the other board members to understand the curriculum and together nd ways to support our teachers and help them be able to give our kids a good quality education.
Continued from A1 ing meal times and have better overall diet quality than nonparticipants. And, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days and better test scores. Meals served through these programs must meet speci c nutrition requirements which include fruit, vegetables and whole grains.” e district’s 2021-22
meal application and information webpage states they follow USDA meal pattern requirements so that every student receives a ful lling meal. Breakfasts include an entrée, fruit, juice and milk. Lunches include a meat (or meat alternative), grains, milk, fruits and vegetables.
-- Contact Taras McCurdie at taras@lyndentribune.com
Ferndale City Council meets at 5 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Meetings are held at the City Hall Annex, 5694 Second Ave. Visit cityo erndale. org for agendas and links to council and other committee meetings.
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Everson City Council
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Nooksack City Council
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Sumas City Council meets at 7 p.m. the secondand fourthMonday of each month at Sumas City Hall, 433 Cherry St. Planning Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month if needed. Other committees meet only as needed. Visit cityofsumas. com for meeting agendas or for more information.
Editor, I grew up in Custer and graduated from Ferndale High School in 1986. Following college graduation in 1990, I lived in Ferndale a short time prior to moving to Idaho where I have been since.
My childhood on Stein Road in Custer was idyllic. I have many fond memories of the neighbors, community and school.
I have visited the area several times in the past few decades, and though it has changed, I am always lled with a sense of nostalgia.
A recent visit allowed my husband and me to walk through the Jensen Family Forest Park on Stein Road. is was the rst time I had ever been there, and I was delighted with the wooded area set aside as a park. Walking through the wooded trail with the tall cedars and maples was like walking through the property I grew up on at
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the opposite end of Stein Road. I saw birds, salmon berries, nettles, moss and more that reminded me of my childhood adventures and explorations.
I want to thank the Jensen family and What County Parks and Recreation for this refuge, set aside for current and future generations to know and enjoy. It’s a little piece of heaven; a Custer treasure.
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Whatcom County Council Member Kaylee Galloway District 1, 311 Grand Ave., Suite 105, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360-489-9192; Email: kgallowa@ co.whatcom.wa.us. Website: https://www.whatcomcounty. us/3862/Kaylee-Galloway.
Whatcom County Council Member Todd Donovan District 2, 311 Grand Ave., Suite 105, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360483-8474; Email: tdonovan@ co.whatcom.wa.us. Website: https://www.whatcomcounty. us/2261/Todd-Donovan-CouncilChair.
Whatcom County Council Member Tyler Bird District 3 (Everson, Nooksack Sumas), 311 Grand Ave., Suite 105, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360-778-5021; Email: tbyrd@co.whatcom.wa.us. Website: whatcomcounty.us/2769/ Tyler-Byrd.
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North Whatcom Municipal City of Everson, 111 W. Main St./PO Box 315, Everson, WA 98247, 360-966-3411; Mayor John Perry, email: mayor@ ci.everson.wa.us. City Clerk/Treasurer Melanie Dickinson, email: mdickinson@ci.everson.wa.us. Website: ci.everson.wa.us. City of Ferndale, 2095 Main St./ P.O. Box 936 Ferndale, WA 98248, 360-384-4302; Mayor Greg Hansen, 360-685-2350 ext.
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Public education Blaine School District, 765 H St., Blaine, WA 98230, 360-3325881. Superintendent Christopher Granger, email: cgranger@ blainesd.org. Website: blainesd. org. Ferndale School District, 6041 Vista Drive/P.O. Box 698 Ferndale, WA 98248, 360-3839200. Superintendent Kristi Dominguez, 360-386-9207, email: Kristi.Dominguez@ferndalesd.org.
Website: ferndalesd.org. Lynden School District, 516 Main St., Lynden, WA 98264, 360354-4443. Superintendent David VanderYacht, 360-354-4443 ext. 3414, email: vanderyachtd@lynden.wednet.edu. Website: lynden. wednet.edu.
Meridian School District, 214 W. Laurel Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360-398-7111. Superintendent James Everett, email: jeverett@ meridian.wednet.edu.
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Mount Baker School District, 4956 Deming Road/P.O. Box 95 Deming, WA 98244, 360-383-2000. Superintendent Mary Sewright, 360-617-4600, msewright@mtbaker.wednet.edu.
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Nooksack Valley School District, 3326 E. Badger Road, Everson, WA 98247, 360-9884754. Superintendent Matt Galley, email: matt.galley@nv.k12.wa.us.
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Rhondda Devalois was born in Bellingham on May 6, 1941 to her parents John and Margarita (Rita) DeValois and was raised in the nearby dairy farming town of Lynden. For her formative years there was an enjoyable variety of activities from raising milk cows, picking berries and feeding the hired hands. From an early age it was apparent she was an overachiever in school and was eager to get out and see the world. She attended business school while still in high school and intended to be a stenographer. A chance
Joanne Alice VanderYacht, lovingly known as Grandma JoJo, passed away on July 18, 2023.
Joanne was born on May
meeting with her Canadian aunt, dressed in nurses regalia of cap and cape, changed her career path to that of nursing.
She attended the small St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Bellingham, graduating with a RN degree from the University of Washington, and immediately used that as her ticket to the world. Seattle was followed by stints in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on board the USS Hope in both Jamaica and Tunisia, and nally a year-long commitment in Winterthur, Switzerland. Fortunately for her future husband she returned to Seattle where she met Dr. Stephen Etheredge, ttingly in the operating room at the VA hospital. After a three-year court-
2, 1940 in Everson to Clarence Koetje and Alice (Haveman) Koetje. After graduating from Lynden High School, she met Gaylon VanderYacht and formed a friendship that turned into a long-distance courtship while he served in the Army. ey married in 1962 at First Reformed Church, where they would continue to be members for their next 61 years together.
Joanne was a woman of many career ventures; she worked in the accounting department at Boeing, was a bookkeeper
Aleta Jane Dodd
Aleta Jane Dodd passed away on July 8, at 101 years of age. A lifelong resident of Blaine, Aleta was born to Earle and Alice (Jackman) McKinney on June 7, 1922. She attended Blaine schools, graduating with the class of 1940. She married
ship they were married on June 26, 1976. ey moved to California which included two years of Navy service for her husband, but Rhondda went right back to work in the operating room in San Francisco. In reality, the only time that Rhondda did not work as an OR nurse was during the formative years of her two sons, Stephen and Brian. She described this period of time as “my most important job,” and not to be missed. Once the young men were in high school, she returned to her other love, the operating room, working at an outpatient surgery center until age 75. Her demeanor in the operating room always made her popular with the patients, the doctors and the other sta . She was always timely, a fount of knowledge no matter what the case, smiling,
for many local businesses, and owned Celebrations bridal shop in Lynden.
One of her favorite roles was the o ce manager for the Northwest Washington Fair, and her love and support of the local fair never wavered, as she was always so proud to have attended every single year since she was a kid. Upon retirement, she spent time volunteering for the Whatcom Hospice Board, Lynden Museum Board, and Lynden Chamber of Commerce.
Her welcoming spirit allowed her to make friends easily, whether she was in Lynden or Mesa, AZ where she and Gaylon spent winters in their later years. She cherished those close to her, and was always there to lend a listening ear, a word of advice, or a prayer for those who needed it. Joanne cherished her summer weekends with family spent at their cabin on Lake Whatcom and loved making the
Harold “Bud” Dodd on Nov. 22, 1945. Bud and Aleta raised their family in Blaine, while building their business, Blaine Marina, Inc., on the waterfront. During her lifetime, Aleta was active in the Blaine Congregational Church, DeMolay Mother’s Club, and the Society of May ower Descendants. She celebrated 81 years of membership in the Order of the Eastern Star and 75 years as a member in P.E.O. International, Chapter J. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bud, in 2003. More than anything, Aleta
Neva O. Robertson Denniston, age 94, passed away ursday, July 20, 2023. Neva was born Dec. 28, 1928 one month early to her Norwegian parents, Olaf and Nellie Robertson, in a Log House on a farm in Ferndale. Preceding her birth were sister Sylvia and brother Norman. Following her were brother Orval and sister Beverly. Neva
positive and gracious. Her laugh could light up even a tense OR. She carried all of these characteristics into the next phase of her life. e travel bug that had been so important in her younger days resurfaced. Over the last seven years, Russia, Turkey, Viet Nam, Cambodia, Italy, Iceland, France, Ireland, England and even Antarctica were all explored. New adventures, new friends, new experiences.
Unfortunately a recurrent cancer that resisted all forms of therapy robbed her of her time and us of her presence. She succumbed on June 17, 2023 in the comfort of her own home, surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Rita DeValois, by her older brother Terry DeValois (Dee) and her son, Brian
trek to Pullman in the fall to tailgate and cheer on the Washington State Cougars.
Anyone who knew Joanne knows that her truest passion and the greatest joy of her life was her family. You couldn’t talk to her for very long without hearing about her kids, grandkids, great-grandkids, and even her granddogs. She enjoyed planning and hosting family reunions and extended family gatherings, and she especially loved Christmas, when she could deck out the house and nd the perfect gifts for each of her people.
Joanne was the family matriarch and the glue that held everyone together. She will be forever missed, but the legacy of unconditional love that she leaves is a blessing to all who knew her.
Joanne is proceeded in death by her parents; siblings Ron (Evelyn) Koetje, Neil (Leona) Koetje, Alvin (Joan) Koetje, Howard (Dalene) Koetje, Beverly (Martin)
loved and enjoyed her family. She always made holidays and birthdays special and made the best Christmas fudge. Aleta spent countless hours at ballelds and gymnasiums watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren play sports. Aleta would always be there to support her family with encouraging words. Aleta also loved arts and crafts, in particular doing needlework. She could spend hours working on a project while watching television and talking with others in the room. When they weren’t working in Blaine,
started rst grade at age 5 at Enterprise School, then Custer Elementary and Junior High. Neva spent grades 10-12 at Ferndale High School. Her best friend all through school was Betty Jean Pomeroy. ey rode the school bus together for 12 years. Betty became valedictorian of their class and Neva was class salutatorian. John Monroe, Ferndale High School music director, could hardly wait until Neva came to high school to sing in the musical productions, as she was very talented. Both Betty and Neva chose to become registered nurses. Neva chose to take her training at
Ronald D. Bennett, age 88, passed away June 11, 2023 at the Spokane Veteran’s Home with his family at his side. Born Feb. 12, 1935, Ron grew up in the tiny town of Mineral, IL and joined the Navy at age 17. After actively serving for 20 years, includ-
Molly Sue den Hartog–Lindsey, age 39, of Lynden passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023 in Bellingham. She was born Oct. 11, 1983 in Bellingham to parents James Martin and Jill Ann (Ten Kley) den Hartog. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2023 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St., Bellingham. Please share your thoughts and memories of Molly online at the Sig’s Funeral & Cremation Services website.
Winifred “Joyce” Westmoreland left this earth on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She was 89 years young. Close friends and family will gather in August for a private graveside service. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Etheredge. She is survived by her husband Steve Etheredge and her son, Stephen Etheredge (Sara) and granddaughters Scarlett, Piper and Sadie. Her younger brother John DeValois (Debbi) resides in White Rock, B.C., Canada. Her love, her smile, her sparkling eyes and especially infectious laugh will all be missed by those she left behind. May her spirit live on in all those patients whose lives she touched with kindness and care, in her colleagues who bene tted from her cheerful willingness to share her knowledge and get the job done with a smile, and to all whose paths she crossed with her positive attitude, elegance, graciousness and charm. If you please, do your best to pass along these attributes to all you deal with in your own daily lives.
Sterk, Norma Stenevich, and John Koetje. She is survived by husband Gaylon; brother-in-law Jerry Stenevich, sister-inlaw Judy (Robert) Brownrigg; her children Kathy (John) Richardson, Steve (Lanelle) VanderYacht, Krista (Charles) Miller; her grandchildren Sidney Richardson, Levi (Taylor) VanderYacht, Ty (Kyla) VanderYacht, Gretta Richardson, Dylan (Kiya) VanderYacht, Trey Miller, and Jaxon Miller; and great-grandchildren Tatem VanderYacht, Quincy VanderYacht and Cash VanderYacht. e family would like to invite everyone to a memorial celebrating Joanne’s life on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023 at 1 p.m. at First Reformed Church, 610 West Grover St., Lynden. Memorial donations may be made to Whatcom Hospice Foundation or Be e One Partners for Schools. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Bud and Aleta loved to travel. After many trips to Scottsdale, they o cially became snow birds with the purchase of their “MoCondo”. Once in Scottsdale, Bud and Aleta enjoyed the winter sunshine, meeting new people and spring training baseball games.
Aleta is survived by her sons
Mike (Diane) of Blaine, Steve (Chris) of Blaine; grandchildren
Julie Dodd of Blaine, Rob (Julie)
Adams of Lynden, Erica (Mike)
Gantt of Aledo, Texas, Jay (Joelle) Dodd of Lynden; great-grandchildren Ryder, Dawson, Spen-
Everett General Hospital. She then worked at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle as a head nurse. Neva and Betty continued their friendship for the rest of their lives. Neva married Sam Denniston of Seattle. ey lived in Sacramento, CA and raised two sons, Jack and Jay. She delighted watching the development of her sons. She volunteered to be the elementary school librarian for years to be near her sons. Neva had many creative interests such as baking, needlepoint, quilting, sewing her own clothes, and church work at a nearby presbyterian church. She was a perfectionist in all her projects. Neva su ered a lot of pain
ing both the Korean and Vietnam con icts, he settled in Bellingham where he met his wife of 50 years, Marilyn Means. Ron was very active in the community as he forged a career in real estate, serving as president of the American Legion, Navy League, and the Whatcom County board of realtors. However, Ron’s true passion was found in his
Our son Gregory “Bryce” McKay, at the age of 32 passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023, of leukemia.
Bryce was born July 18, 1990, in Bellingham, to parents Greg and Jennifer (Jerowski) McKay. Bryce lived his life to the fullest. He enjoyed traveling, concerts, golf, and professional sporting events. He was known for his wit, for being sarcastic and his thoughtfulness, and always seeing the best in people. For him every day was a bucket list day, he was comfortable being uncomfortable, and to know him was to laugh.
Bryce was an amazing uncle with a gentle, gener-
cer, Alex, Mattie, Reagan, Mason, Chloe, Capri; Sister-in-Law Donna (Dodd) Stanford of Blaine, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Family graveside services were held at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale on July 18 under the direction of Jerns-McKinney Funeral Home and o ciated by Pastor Dennis Wildermuth. e family wishes to thank the sta of Stafholt for their compassionate care and suggests memorials to the Stafholt Good Samaritan nursing center, 456 ‘C’ Street, Blaine.
her last few years because of neuropathy in her spine. Eventually she was placed in hospice care to relieve her su ering. She appreciated so much the kindly care she received from the McGregor Home in Carmichael, CA. ere will be no funeral service after her cremation. She wanted her ashes buried next to Norman Robertson at her big brother’s site at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. Here’s a salute to a hard-working woman, and to all registered nurses devoted to the well-being of other humans. Arrangements are under the care of Sig’s Funeral & Cremation Services of Bellingham.
family, especially his grandchildren and the great-grandchildren he got to know before Alzheimer’s began to take its toll. Ron is survived by his wife Marilyn (Means), son C J and wife Katie, grandchildren Tammy Brandvold (Jake), Jordan, Je rey, Kayla Clay (Chris), Jon (Nadia), Greta Harp (Adam), Aggie, soon to be eight great-grandchildren, and
ous soul. He excelled in sales for Western Boxed Meats.
Bryce is survived by his parents Greg and Jennifer McKay, brothers Garrett and wife McKinna and Grant and wife Darah, nieces and nephews Lily, Jett, Charlotte, Waylon and Wyatt; grandparents Pat Jerowski and Ron and Penny McKay, and sweet dog Larry.
Bryce joins in heaven his grandpa Jerry Jerowski, cousin Hannah Dashiell, uncle Brian McKay and a host of other loved ones. He will be greatly missed. Bryce had a generous heart of giving to others in need. In lieu of owers, please make a
numerous family in Illinois. On Friday Aug. 4 at 2 p.m., a graveside service with military honors is planned at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Immediately following will be a reception at Moles Greenacres, 5700 Northwest Drive, Ferndale. In lieu of owers donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.ALZ.org.
donation to your favorite charity, such as Samaritan’s Purse or a GoFundMe to bene t a cancer patient battling A.M.L.
Bryce, cancer may have taken you, but you are not gone. You will always be with us … the gentle whisper in our ears, the touch of the soft breeze upon our skin, and the sunlight on our face. Your goodness re-
mains. Looking down on us. Guiding us. Fly with the Angels, our sweet boy. We will see you again. We love you always. You are invited to Nooksack Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 28, 2023 for a graveside service, followed by reception at Shuksan Golf Course, 1500 E. Axton Road, Bellingham from noon-3 p.m. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
City you live in: Lynden Experience in public
o ce: Whatcom County Council member, chair of the Finance and Administrative Services Committee, chair of the Public Works and Health Committee, Northwest Regional Council board member, North Sound Behavioral Health Association, the Whatcom Council of Governments, and the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board. Council representative to the Business and Commerce Advisory Committee.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: I’m seeking re-election to continue providing you with smart, e ective, accountable, and scally responsible repre-
Katherine Orlowski
City you live in:
Bellingham
Experience in public
o ce: Whatcom County
Council Child & Family Well-Being Taskforce (Capital Project Recommendations to Council, Accountability), HomesNOW and Food Bank boards, dental committees, Missoula County Commissioner’s Medical MJ Oversight Board
Q: Why are you running
sentation in your local government.
I’m a retired o cer having served 22 years in the US Navy developing leadership skills, problem solving skills, and a strong work ethic.
I have run my own business since 2004 ensuring people with developmental disabilities get the services they need.
I’m inspired every day by the acts of kindness, grace, and strength seen across our community. ese are the enduring hometown values at the heart of Whatcom County.
I’m a dedicated public servant who honors these values and ghts for you.
My priorities are simple: to put you rst and solve our problems. is means being a leader who listens to all points of view, understands the complexities of the issues before me, represents
for this o ce?
A: You inspire me. Serving my community through leadership, peace, and community building makes me feel something better than happiness. My work and personal experience have given me invaluable trench-level knowledge and insight that can revolutionize public service and civic involvement.
With the knowledge that there are endless possibilities, I have demonstrated success within our local community by addressing our most pressing issues with imaginative solutions
you, and doesn’t waste your time or money.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: We need a new jail. I am proud of the work I have done on the county council to bring a reasonable, cost-e ective proposal to the voters to help us build a new jail and provide an array of services that we currently cannot o er due to insu cient space and abominable conditions in the current jail.
e cost of living is becoming more and more di cult, especially for young families with children. It is a ecting our ability to do business. Our businesses can’t nd and hire employees because we don’t have enough housing and it is too expensive. In addition, families with young children cannot nd and a ord childcare to go to work.
Finally, we must support law enforcement and put in place policies to stop the deadly drug fentanyl from entering our community and taking the lives of our loved ones.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: I have found it is important to work together to get the best outcomes and I strive to develop relationships with all interested parties and hear from di erent perspectives before making a nal decision. I have made it a priority to work with the other council members and administration to ensure conservative values are considered and thoughtfully adopted into our work.
I am working on the YES – Safe Jail, Healthy Outcomes committee to educate voters about the reasons it is cost e ective to replace our jail.
I also am a member of the Aging Well Whatcom committee because I want to ensure we all have the resources we need as we age, such as housing and services.
I am a thoughtful, hardworking, honest representative from the heart of the county, serving District 4, which includes all who live in the City of Lynden and the farmlands of Whatcom County.
ter, and recreation.
that create unity.
I realized my unique experience and foresight are working within our community, and I am compelled to bring this experience to our government to get ahead of the curve with creative solutions that address the root cause of our rapidly evolving challenges and crises.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: As a locally recognized Peacebuilder, I believe that it is key for our county to have a representative who shares a love of our planet and all its inhabitants, the constitution, and who can build community well-being while building policy that works for us, is cost-e ective, and addresses our most pressing issues
For the past eight years, Greg Jipson has volunteered at Habitat for Humanity’s Bellingham receiving department.
After a 40-year career as an industrial electrician with Intalco, Jipson said he needed something to do after retirement in 2014.
“When I retired, I decided Habitat was a good place to give my time and to do some important work as a volunteer, to keep me busy, to keep me active,” Jipson said. “I discovered Habitat as most people do – I came to shop. I walked through the store, and one of the employees talked to me one day about volunteering. He worked in receiving and did a lot of pricing of donations.”
Jipson said he was intrigued.
and concerns together.
Public safety encompasses our jail, lack of supportive services, and a ordable housing challenges, as they all tie together. As a truck driver, transportation is another key public safety issue. Our water challenges include aquatic species, ooding, and our water needs, such as agriculture, drinking wa-
From my lived experience, I have rsthand experience living through wild res, being forced to leave your home, and understanding the devastation and support needed. Our natural resource challenges encompass growth management, environmental migration, and natural disasters, such as, wild res and ooding.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues? (150-word limit)
A: Our state was ned over $100 million by a federal judge for failing to provide services to mentally ill people forced to wait in jail, violating their constitutional rights due to a lack of foresight, creativity, planning, and timely response
to a crisis of its own making. Having someone with lived experience in collaborative decision making leadership roles adds valuable foresight to creating lasting solutions that build community, trust, and accountability. I have the foresight needed to minimize the government triage we call waste. I have experience working directly with our public safety challenges in our community. If we build the jail and wait several years for the supportive services, then we are building a crisis of our own making while continuing to waste our taxpayer dollars as the rate of incarceration and homelessness continue to increase and outpace our current government’s ability to address these crises.
“The pricing of items is important because Habitat gets a substantial amount of its operating funds through store sales. I like to help the store get the right price for every donation, a good price for shoppers and a good price for the store. It’s a stimulating challenge.”
Here, we get a taste of the benefits that keep Greg coming back every week. For him, the mental stimulation he gets by volunteering keeps his mind active and his days interesting. “My claim to fame, if I can say that, is repurposing items,” he said. “That’s my new buzzword: ‘repurposing.’ I just love restoring tools that need a little oil or something, maybe they’re just a little rusty. I like getting things like that working again. And then out they go into the Store to customers who will use them.”
“It sounded like a fun thing to do, the way he explained it,” Jipson said. “That conversation is what drew me in. One of the benefits for me, in doing this work, besides helping an organization like Habitat that does so much for the community, is that I come across all kinds of unusual items that people donate to the store for sale.” Proud
“Obviously, volunteering is part of my healthy lifestyle. Habitat is a place where anyone can find big challenges. The store keeps growing,” Jipson said. “My philosophy is that I have enough. I think people should let themselves be happy.”
If you know of a volunteer you’d like to see the Lynden Tribune and Ferndale Record feature in our monthly Whatcom Wonders special section, please email bill@lyndentribune.com or call 360-354-4444.
Barry Buchanan
City you live in: Bellingham. Experience in public
o ce: Served a fouryear term as president of Lettered Streets Neighborhood Association, served a four-year term on Bellingham City Council, currently serving in my third, four year term on Whatcom County Council.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: I am running to bring my extensive leadership and elected experience to the Whatcom County Executive’s o ce. My US Navy supervisory/management expe-
City you live in: Blaine
Experience in public ofce: Blaine City Council, President of Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurudwara as well as Blaine Tourism and Advisory Board
Q: Why are you running?
A: I have seen elected o cials take for granted the privilege and responsibility they have been given by the people to serve and protect Whatcom County. As a long time business owner, I am seeing a pattern of ordinances and practices that makes it harder on small business owners to survive.
City you live in: Lynden Experience in public o ce: I’m a first time candidate with significant private sector experience.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
rience, time as a lead engineer for Lockheed on projects like the Hubble Space Telescope and Trident submarine program, and my 14 years elected experience have prepared me well for this o ce. I have seen many instances where more engaged leadership would lead to better outcomes for the county. I am a team builder and very good at it. I built and led Justice Project Team - a county cross-departmental team that worked with members of the public and stakeholders to develop the Justice Project Needs Assessment. e county needs high performance teams that can deliver results like this. I can make that happen.
Q: What are the biggest challenges facing Whatcom County? What would be your
Property taxes have gone significantly higher as the cost of living rises, the county should do its best at alleviating the burden from its residents by looking at alternatives to revenue and the services they provide.
A county executive is responsible on budget appropriations and spending. I have observed certain projects that need prioritization for the betterment of the people, such as public works, transportation and public safety
A: I am running for county executive to bring balanced and e ective solutions to the challenges facing Whatcom County. e reason I stepped up to run for this o ce is simple: family, both for mine and yours. I believe that my proven track record of e ective leadership and responsible nancial management uniquely quali es me to serve as your next Whatcom County executive.
City you live in:
Blaine Experience in public o ce: State representative, Blaine City councilmember
Q: Why are you running for this ofce?
A: I rst ran for o ce because I was raised to understand if you see a problem, to stop complaining, roll up our sleeves, pitch in and be a part of the solution. is is still true today. We are facing an unprecedented homelessness, safety, mental health and ad-
City you live in: Vicinity of City of Lynden
Experience in public o ce: Whatcom County Executive since 2020, Whatcom County Council Member from 2015-2020
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your County Executive for the past four years. In my rst term, I faced the unprecedented challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 Super Bowl ood, a serious train derailment and then ever more
approach to resolving those issues?
A: I have listed three challenges:
1. Climate change: is July we broke the all-time records for the hottest average temperatures on earth while at the same time Vermont experienced record rainfall and ooding. Climate change is real and it is here now. e November 2021 oods are more proof. I will ensure sta uses the resolution passed last year by the council in the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update. e resolution calls for a lens focusing on climate change and equity. It also calls for strong partnerships with our tribal neighbors to nd solutions for climate resilience and mitigation for our entire community.
2. Housing Crisis:
I will work on a plan to address a continuum of housing needs like emergency sheltering and safe parking, tiny home villages, a ordable workforce housing and supportive housing with wrap around
that are not properly addressed. With all this in mind, I hope to become the change in direction that Whatcom County needs and we can do it together.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: e primary issues facing Whatcom County are public safety, cost of living, and water rights issue. When talking about public safety concerns, issues such as surging crime rates, homelessness, newer jail facility and substance abuse need to be addressed. ese are plagues that are eating away at the beautiful place we all call home. Rising property taxes have put a burden on taxpayers each year to fund the budget of the county for programs that are not solving problems from the root cause.
I’m approaching this campaign as a CEO job interview. Your input is valuable to me, and I will actively listen, ask open-ended questions, and consider your perspectives in order to nd the most e ective solutions to Whatcom’s challenges.
Together, we can lead our community towards greater economic prosperity and ensure a safer and more vibrant County.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: e primary issues facing Whatcom County revolve around the core principles that my campaign is centered on: Public safety, Accountability and scal responsibility, Cost of living, and Environmental stewardship. By setting the PACE, we can
diction crisis that needs urgent and bold leadership, right here at home.
A ordability is out of reach for many families and it’s putting many in our community at risk, because when we fail to care for the least of us, we all su er.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: e urgent issues our community is facing are ensuring public safety, addressing homelessness, improving mental health and addiction services, and addressing increasing rising costs for working families.
Q: What would be your approach
devastating oods in 2021 — the costliest natural disaster in the history of Whatcom County. Through these challenges, I guided the county administration with balanced and steady leadership. I presented two balanced budgets with no layo s and did not pass any vaccination mandates for county employees. As I often emphasize, we have more in common than what di-
services. e needs are huge and we need a creative solution. I plan to start a stakeholder, community led process to develop a plan for a county-wide housing levy similar to the Bellingham Home Fund. is could be a game changer in our housing crisis.
3. Implementation of the Justice Project Needs Assessment Recommendations. I led the Whatcom County Justice project for the past ve years and am proud of the public process leading to these recommendations. e Stakeholder Advisory Committee worked throughout 2022 to develop the Assessment. It identi ed vision, values, goals and recommendations for creation of a holistic justice system that provides treatment and diversion options as well as accountability for serious o enders.
Creating more services for behavioral health and Substance Use Disorder, and supportive housing are key in creating that balanced justice system.
Instead, they put a band-aid as short term solutions which is a waste of taxpayer money.
Finally, agriculture is an important aspect of Whatcom County and it is struggling due to many factors and water rights is one of them. Without farmers, it would be hard for Whatcom County to sustain its food production, and losing food production would jeopardize an essential component of our county’s economy.
Q: What would be your approach in solving those issues?
A: For public safety, it is equally important to have adequate enforcement, resources and accountability. We are need of properly trained law enforcement o cers, support laws that enable them to carry out their du-
address these challenges head-on and create a better future for our community. Our county is experiencing unprecedented challenges to public safety. We cannot be soft on crime or fail to enforce the rule of law, upon which our communities, businesses, and livelihoods are based.
I will help bring comprehensive solutions to our housing crisis.
When elected, I will work with our county departments and County Council to streamline the permitting process, improve our zoning laws, and create a strong partnership between the County and our small cities.
We must balance growth and protect our farm land.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: As your county executive, I’m eager to apply my decades of business experience to a burgeoning government. I will
to resolving those issues?
A: It is time for us to take down our guard and work together to solve our shared problems.
Everyone in our community deserves to be safe and we have an obligation to stop turning away from our problems and meet them head on with solutions that will help heal the hurting and protect the community from further harm and trauma.
I’ve delivered millions of state dollars to build a better local behavioral health system, took bold public safety leadership at the state level to support law enforcement and helped to secure historic funding for homelessness.
Now it is time to use that same courage and innovation to make it all work together to improve safety and services for people when and where they need it.
vides us, and working together we can achieve great things. I will work to build the new jail, bring all parties together to achieve water security for sh habitat and preserve 100K acres of Ag lands. I am seeking your vote and support for my re-election.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County? What are your solutions?
A: ere are several issues facing Whatcom County. Let me address these following issues as my priority:
• Housing Crisis: We are adding a new Ferndale in less than four years, and it is likely to continue. We must o er practical solutions to increase supply of all kinds of housing including low
ties e ectively, additional mental health and rehabilitation services, a new jail with mental health facility built within to serve its population appropriately. One speci c root cause of our collapsing society is the rising cost of living in Whatcom County. Supporting a living wage that enables residents to a ord housing and basic needs with dignity is number one priority. ere are several ways to use the abundant renewable energy resources we have in the county to alleviate burden on residents, speci cally on electricity production. For water rights issue, we need to avoid litigation, rather what is required is respectful communication and intentional collaboration to settle on water rights that would best serve farmers, tribes, cities and homesteaders alike.
continue to support law enforcement, re ghters, and rst responders in their present roles and establish a signi cant emergency management services fund, in proactive preparation for natural disasters.
Rather than the typical tax-and-spend approach to funding programs, I’ll focus on e cient use of taxpayer dollars through scal discipline, waste reduction, performance measurement, and cost avoidance. Since it is the role of the executive to attract new businesses and industries to further develop our economy, I will prioritize making Whatcom a county where businesses ourish.
By developing our economy and creating good jobs, we can equip families to live and thrive in Whatcom.
By striking true equanimity between growth and preservation, and protecting taxpayers from over-regulation, we will safeguard our environment and agricultural legacy.
e Lynden Tribune and Ferndale Record newspapers emailed Misty Flowers questions for our 2023 primary election coverage. Flowers did not respond to any of our attempts to solicit information for publication.
income housing. I am proposing revisions to land use and zoning code to make land available for housing, site-speci c rule changes and establishing a wetland bank.
• Water Crisis: Water distribution is an existential issue. I have said many times, we have trust de cit, not water de cit. No politician in past 50 years at local or state level has taken up the water issue. Since 2020, I have worked tirelessly with Lummi and Nooksack tribal governments, AG water Board, Government Caucus (BHM, PUD, All Cities), environmental groups and the well owners to achieve water security for all. I listened to them and persuaded them to re-start the collaborative dialogue.
• Preserve 100,000 Acres of prime agricultural land: I am committed to preserve 100K acres of Ag lands. is commitment is integral part of future adjudication talks along with enhancing salmon habitat. I am sure we can achieve both simultaneously.
• Public safety: During the countywide listening tour in 2019, I learned, our residents want new jail with a theme “treatment over incarceration.” e current compromise ordinance passed by council to build a new jail large enough to ensure public safety, while spending substantially funds to enhance the treatment options, new facilities and professional services for metal/ behavioral health inside and outside the jail.
Mark
Stremler
City you live in: Laurel
Experience in public
o ce: First time candidate running to serve the people of District 4
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: ere is a lot at stake for all of us in Whatcom County and I couldn’t sit back any longer and watch the heritage of District 4 slowly erode. As a lifetime resident of Whatcom County, I’ve witnessed the challenges we face, including the unwarranted
25% rise in our property taxes resulting most recently from Proposition 5. In my experience as a contractor, County employee, and farmer, I’ve witnessed the challenges we face with government-imposed costs at every turn.
Growing up on a fourthgeneration farm in Lynden, I understand the unique challenges of agriculture and water rights. I am devoted to re-establishing the conservative values that have made
North County so prosperous. I believe District 4 deserves a representative who will protect your values and interests - not the interests from outside the community. I’m running to be your reliably conservative voice on the County Council.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: Two primary issues facing Whatcom County are a ordability and public safety. Our a ordability crisis is impacting all of us and making it tough for our families, businesses, and farms to thrive. Our county government shouldn’t be adding unnecessary tax burdens, again, like Proposition 5, especially when we urgently need a new jail. Our housing shortage is placing the greatest strain on those who can least a ord it. I
will work tirelessly to advocate for policies that promote economic growth, reduce unnecessary regulations, and attract businesses that provide stable, well-paying jobs. We also need to address public safety. Whatcom needs a responsibly-built jail that meets our needs and has the services and space we need. is has been kicked down the road long enough and needs to be dealt with. Public safety is not something to be compromised.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: As your representative on the County Council, I will make decisions guided by the values I learned growing up in District 4 - integrity, common sense, and hard work.
I will carefully oppose unnecessary new taxes, vote for responsible
use of the taxes already in place, and advocate for smarter zoning laws. By streamlining building codes and using our developable land wisely, we can create an environment where current and future housing is not de ned by unnecessary overregulation but by common sense.
I’m committed to addressing our public safety crisis by supporting the sheri ’s o ce, encouraging comprehensive solutions to public safety, and advocating for a comprehensive jail plan that plans for our future, not just our current needs. If the initiative for the new jail passes on the November ballot, I will encourage responsible, accountable spending of tax dollars to ensure voters get what they paid for.
City you live in: Kendall district of Maple Falls
Experience in public ofce: Elected representative to student council at Ever-
ett Community College in the early 1980s.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: My primary goal is to make Whatcom County government more scally responsible with 100%
transparency of all county funds, especially those granted to community organizations.
My second priority is to enhance safety by: A.) streamlining and reducing costs of the permitting process for sand and gravel mining in the Nooksack River, to reduce ood risk to our a ected communities, B.) ban the use of herbicides by all county government departments, and C.)
I will work toward functional zero homelessness in a scally sound way. My third objective is to
get our sheri ’s department up to full sta ng, full funding, and to prioritize mental health training and de-escalation techniques in order to enhance safety
City you live in: North Whatcom
Experience in public o ce: Whatcom County’s planning commission and public utility district.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: I’ve wanted to serve in local government my whole life. My dad suggested I work in the real world rst so I worked in big and small companies as: manager, salesman, engineer and entrepreneur. About seven years ago I started by ap-
for our deputies and all our residents.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: Fiscal irresponsibility, parental rights, saving our historic county annex building, safety, stopping the ranch quarry, ood risks, new jail.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: I support total transparency in spending of county tax dollars, especially those granted to
plying for and being appointed as a County Planning Commissioner. en I ran for and was elected as a Public Utility District Commissioner (PUD).
I’ve been learning how to serve the community better and better. I want to continue doing this.
I want to get greater County support for broadband and clean energy that I initiated at the PUD.
I want to improve how advisory committees work so that they actually capture the wants and needs of the community.
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community agencies with a maximum administrative cost set for all grants. I support banning the use of herbicides by all county departments, I support rezoning the area for the requested ranch quarry to residential and forestry, I support streamlining and reducing costs of sand and gravel mining permits in the Nooksack River, and I support fully sta ng our sheri ’s department with mental health and intervention training for our deputies to enhance safety for our deputies and our residents.
Hannah Ordos
City you live in: Sumas
Experience in public o ce:
North Sound Behavioral Health Advisory Board (current), Happy Valley PTA President (previous), Mother Baby Center (previous).
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: For more than two years, I have attended EVERY Whatcom County council meeting, including most committee meetings and town halls. I have visited our jail, rode along with law enforcement, attended town halls regarding public safety and participated in events regarding our fentanyl crisis. I have also observed the challenges and missed opportuni-
City you live in Bellingham Experience in public o ce: First-time candidate.
Q: Why are you running for this o ce?
A: e best solutions are local. While my career has been in diplomacy and public policy working towards solutions for people in need around the world, my passion is here in Whatcom County: water, salmon, farming, behavioral health and a ordability of housing, childcare and healthcare.
Too many people struggle to a ord living in Whatcom
ties of our county council but I also see what can be xed if we can move past partisan politics. My leadership experience, community engagement, knowledge of the council and almost ve decades of living in Bellingham and north Whatcom County have made me uniquely quali ed to help our community navigate the challenges we face.
I know this community; I care about this community and want to serve this community. I am running for Whatcom County Council atlarge, to represent you.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: e issues are complex and unfortu-
care, or mental health treatment— those dollars better be spent as intended.
As your next County Council member, I’ll ensure transparency and accountability. I bring a track record of paying attention to details and negotiating in tough situations. I’m asking for your vote.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
nately the solutions are not simple. Public Safety is a multifaceted issue that relates to many of the concerns community members have.
Key areas include our fentanyl crisis and the impact that it has on our youth and homeless population, the need for an appropriate jail facility, along with sta ng and su cient resources to expand our current diversion programs, and the inability to meet the infrastructure needs of our increased demand for behavioral and substance abuse services.
Creating a ordable housing and developing a strong economy has also been an increasing concern for some time. It is also important to note that a barrier that can be quickly overcome is setting aside partisan politics and having a council that is working together with community members, public and private partners to keep everyone engaged, informed, and actively focused on creating real solutions.
Q: What would be your approach to resolv-
intended purposes.
A study projects that Whatcom County needs 35,000 new housing units by 2044.
I will advocate for a comprehensive approach that includes density in cities, tenants’ rights, permitting reform, tiny home villages, repurposing existing county funds for a ordable housing, and new local, state, and federal revenue for a ordable housing.
ing those issues?
A: Whatcom County has been my home for almost ve decades. When I think of the issues, we are navigating through in our communities I see the faces of my family, friends, and neighbors. I will intentionally look for solutions through each of their lenses whether their home is Bellingham, Maple Falls or Point Roberts. ere are no easy simple answers to the challenges we face and it is important that we acknowledge the needs of di erent communities when we are working to create e ective solutions.
I am committed to working with all partners, community, council, sta and both public and private agencies, to nd the best options for achieving improved outcomes in the priorities listed above. Once elected, I intend for public service to be my full-time job. It is important to me that the people of Whatcom County trust that their county council is working hard for them.
County healthcare needs, identify gaps in services, and work with the community to design a plan to ll the gaps.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: I am running to represent all of Whatcom County in the At-Large position.
County and I want to work with the community to x that.
When our county government asks voters to trust them with our money — whether for a new jail, child-
A: e top issue for my campaign is a ordability and access to childcare, healthcare, and housing. Whatcom County voters approved a new a ordable childcare initiative in 2022. If elected, I’ll advocate for taxpayer dollars to go to their
Continued from A8
Both commissions I have served on are running signi cantly better than when I joined them … and I’m willing to challenge elected leaders and county sta when necessary.
Q: What are the primary issues facing Whatcom County?
A: Whatcom County homelessness and our approach to the justice system are the top two issues. I have spent many hours with people working on the front lines with these vulnerable populations. I have also personally experienced violence on the street and provided aid to individuals on the street. Some community members are feeling less safe in the last few years.
Many community leaders are strug-
gling for solutions and saying that we have to do something. Right now the approach Whatcom County is taking is to embrace more incarceration and more sweeps. is approach reduces the ugly stu none of us like to see but it creates more ugly stu inside of people.
So what is the right way to address this problem? I’d like us to do something that actually leaves us in a better place by addressing the underlying social, emotional, and physical health issues.
Q: What would be your approach to resolving those issues?
A: I have published plans in two documents: “ e Big Lift” and “Reimagining Public Safety.” ese documents are linked o of my policy website VoteAtul. info.
I welcome input on all my policy
e healthcare marketplace is failing our County. Small cities have lost their local access to care, many people travel long distances for specialty care, and our only hospital is cutting services. I would like to begin with a survey of Whatcom
ideas. I am not trying to be right. I am trying to do my job. ese ideas are bold but we need bold action. e core of the big lift is a guarantee of shelter. Why guarantee shelter? Because letting people squander on the street costs us more money and trauma. You simply cannot throw people away.
I want to reimagine public safety by respecting our rst responders needs (police, emergency, social workers, etc.).
ey need a place to take people that provides a warm hando . We need minimum security facilities to contain and redirect people into services (cost less, faster).
I want our government to incentivize community action through mentorship and advocacy programs.
I will balance the needs of the community by being active, by listening and by reaching out. I’ve spent my career building broad coalitions in support of policy change and I will bring that experience to County Council. I believe that government ought to be more inclusive
and should respond to the demands and needs of residents. I think that Whatcom County government can be more transparent, more inclusive and can conduct more outreach. County boards, commissions and departments should be given the tools and training necessary to assess and address barriers to participation, County advisory committees can make policy changes to bring in voices that are not often heard. I plan to be active in the community, and if elected, I plan to hold o ce hours in county libraries and community centers to hear from residents.
Continued from A2 have a vision for restoring and improving the entire Hovander Demonstration Garden.
Within the new plan, “Newland said that the Master Gardeners vision includes “widening and installing ADA accessible walkways throughout the gardens so walkers, wheelchairs, and strollers can access all of the garden areas without having to traverse uneven lawn.”
“We also plan to create an inviting entrance, improve all of the educational and directional signage,” Newland said, “and create a better space for workshops
and educational events.”
Newland points to the costs a liated with this ambitious goal: “Our yearly plant sale at Hovander has been our only source of income to support the program. is year we did receive a small grant to help us begin to widen some pathways and put in some showcase raised beds for wheelchair access.”
More happening in the Gardens e gardens at Hovander additionally have events as well for other groups. Senior Day at the Park is a big event between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Aug. 2 in which the Master Gardeners give tours and
answer questions. is is the 23rd year for this event and includes a barbecue lunch and live music.
According to the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce, the event is dedicated to connecting older adults with local resources and businesses that cater to seniors and their families.
is year’s event will feature more than 60 local businesses and programs representing housing, education, recreation, and health. Lunch is by a suggested donation of $5.
Master Gardeners program is now o ered not only in Washington state but in many other states through their agricultural
universities and county extension programs. Newland said. “We are volunteers trained through Washington State University County Extension to provide sciencebased education to the community. Our demonstration gardens provide a place for the public to come and view di erent sustainable practices in action. We partner with the County Parks and Recreation Department to use the space for community education.”
Each of the garden sections at Hovander has a team leader who organizes a team of volunteers. Usually the groups are out at the park every Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. until
Especially in the summer, Hovander Homestead Park attracts many visitors for special events and picnics. Senior Day at the park is from 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Aug. 2. (Elisa Claassen for the Record)
noon, but have added some Saturdays and Tuesday evenings to the work schedule.
As many as 25 to 40 volunteers may be throughout the ower and garden beds on Wednesday mornings. Master Gardeners also have restored and maintained the gardens surrounding the historic Roeder Home in Bellingham, put in new demonstration gardens in downtown Bellingham across from the Bellingham Food Bank. WeGrow Garden provides garden education in conjunction with several school programs in downtown Bellingham which grow food for that food bank.
A diagnostic clinic has a long-time space at the County Extension o ce now at 600 Dupont St., Suite A., where the public can bring plants for diagnosis of problems.
More information about the program is online at https://extension.wsu.edu/ whatcom/hg/mg.
ose interested in taking the Master Gardener courses can sign up for the yearly training which consists of 10 weeks with in-person class once a week and then online education for the remainder Each trainee is required to do 60 hours of volunteer work the rst year to obtain their certi cation.
Welcome to Ferndale’s premier family entertainment business, where fun knows no bounds! Now in our second year of operation, we have found our home after overcoming several location challenges. With our amazing selection of family fun activities, we hope to become a mainstay in the community for years to come. Our fully packed arcade, Nerf arena, and axe-throwing lane have been a hit among locals and we’re thrilled to announce our plans for expansion, including a set of new arcade machines and the much-anticipated addition of paintball. e Ultimate Birthday Party Destination: Our expertise lies in crafting unforgettable birthday parties for kids. From themed decorations to engaging activities and friendly sta , we go above and beyond to make each celebration a cherished experience.
Arcade Adventures Await: Our fully loaded arcade has captured the hearts of locals, o ering an incredible selection of games for just $10 per hour. With Freeplay options, visitors can immerse themselves in a world of virtual excitement without breaking the bank. From classic favorites to new releases, our arcade caters to gamers of all ages.
Exciting Future Prospects: As we enter our next phase of growth, we are thrilled to announce an expansion beyond imagination. Our lineup of new arcade machines promises to ignite the thrill-seekers within all our visitors. Moreover, we are excitedly working towards introducing paintball as an exhilarating addition to our o erings, providing an unforgettable experience for both kids and adults alike.
With our unwavering dedication to providing thrilling fun and excitement for families, we are poised for an incredible future in Ferndale. Our second year of operation has brought resilience and optimism, propelling us towards new horizons. We invite the community to join us on this exciting journey as we continue to create lifelong memories and build lasting relationships.
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EUGENE — e 11U Cal Ripken Lynden Lobos saw their season come to a close after placing third in the Paci c Northwest Regional tournament.
e Lobos traveled down to Eugene, Oregon, to compete in ve games from July 20-22. Lynden went 3-1 in pool play to advance to the semi nal round, where they fell to West Linn. West Linn went on to claim the Paci c Northwest Regional title.
Lynden advanced to the regional tournament after defeating Port Angeles 10-0 in the Washington state championship game on July 8. In the regional tournament, they were playing against teams from Oregon, Idaho, Washington and Montana.
Lynden head coach Dan Vander Kooi said he is proud of how his team battled throughout the tournament and specically, in the semi- nal elimination game.
e Lobos were down three in the top of the 6th inning but did not give up their ght.
ey loaded the bases and had the tying run at rst with two outs. Unfortunately, the next batter up hit a line drive to the rst baseman and West Linn was able to hold onto their lead.
" ey did not give in, which is pretty cool when you see that ght in 11-year-
olds," Vander Kooi said. " I was just really, really proud of them and they represented our community and our state well."
He added that the boys got to experience a big-time environment in Eugene. Every kid got a welcome bag and saw their team advertisement posted up in the stadium.
"It kind of feels like a big league park for them, they had a lot of fun," Vander Kooi said.
Following the semi- nal loss, the team shared some sad tears but also realized all the things they accomplished and how they grew as people and players.
After the nal game, the team had an opportunity to have a moment away from everyone and re ected on the season they just completed.
"It was cool just to be able to just take a break. We sat down in a circle and shared highlights of the year. We went around and everyone gave each person a compliment," Vander Kooi said. "So they were de nitely bummed, but they were also able to re ect a little bit and we started to see some smiles and some laughter come out."
Vander Kooi noted how the players on the team grew throughout the season. ere were some kids on the Lobos who had never played on a competitive team
See Lobos on B3
Nathan
Sports Editor
WHATCOM — ree Whatcom Prep baseball youth baseball teams had a fun week hosting the Paci c Northwest Regional Babe Ruth regional tournament from July 17 - 22. ere were 20 teams total between the two age classications, with two 14U Whatcom Prep teams and one 13U squad. All the games were held at the Lummi Nation Play elds in Ferndale. e teams were vying for a spot in
the World Series in Glen Allen, Virginia (13U) and Sta ord, Virginia (14U).
e rst Whatcom Prep 14U team had the longest run in the tournament advancing to the regional championship, but narrowly missed the World Series after an 8-2 loss against the Stilly Venom in the nal game.
Before the championship game, they went 5-0 in pool play and the semi nal game.
ey su ered a similar fate last year, going undefeated until the championship and falling in the last game. Despite the loss, 14U head coach
Andy Hanson said he is proud of everything that his team accomplished in regionals and throughout the year.
"I'm really, really proud of our kids. We had discussed on Jan. 6 when we started practice that we were playing for one day," Hanson said. " at one day was July 22, playing
in that championship regional game. And we accomplished that and that's a pretty good accomplishment."
Hanson added that the other 14U Whatcom Prep team was able to compete even with a stretched nine-man roster. e second 14U team went 1-3 in pool play and did not advance to the semis. Whatcom Prep was able to have two teams in the 14U tournament because the Montana State champions dropped out.
"Credit to those kids. Our entire coaching sta was really proud of those kids for competing, playing and nishing on a positive note with a win," Hanson said.
e 13U Whatcom Prep team had a successful tournament, going 2-2 in pool play. Unfortunately, they missed out on the semi nal game because they did not have the See Whatcom Prep on B2
Ferndale and LC joined four other teams to compete in 7-on7 scrimmages on Wednesday, July 19 in Blaine. Local high school teams are preparing for the 2023 season by getting some early work in for their skill players. (Dennis Cairns for the Lynden Tribune)
Continued from B1 tiebreaker advantage. 13U head coach Jeremy Hirschkorn said he thought they were playing their best baseball of the season and it just did not fall their way.
e 13U team lost two games, one by one run and the other by two runs. ey were right there both times ghting hard in every game. "We felt like we were right there. So, just pretty proud of my guys and I am proud of how they supported each other," Hirschkorn said.
One of the cool aspects for the
Whatcom Prep teams was having the tournament in their backyard.
“It is always nice when you get to sleep in your own bed and you're comfortable and you're used to it. We felt really comfortable in our routine and felt condent going into this," Hanson said.
Hirschkorn added that it was a pleasure to see people come out and support the Whatcom Prep teams during their regional runs.
"It's really cool to see the community come out and really help support, we had parents who don't even have kids in the program still and they're out there volunteering," Hirschkorn said. "So that's
$13.95
a cool piece of it, getting to host and seeing your community really come together."
Even though the Whatcom Prep teams did not claim trips to the World Series, there is still a lot to celebrate from the season.
Hanson said he is proud of the ght he saw from all of their kids and the program as a whole.
"Our program is very good and I believe we do things the right way and it's just a good experience that I hope every baseball player gets," Hanson said. "Each one of those kids is special and they helped our program and our coaches. It was a good week and good atmosphere."
Lynden Christian held their 35th annual golf fundraising tournament on Thursday, July 20. The tournament is held every year to help support updates on the Lynden Christian campus. This year the funds will go to updates in the LC parking lot and creating more space for the amount of tra c that goes through every day.
(Nathan Schumock/Lynden Tribune )
Continued from B1 before and he said their job as coaches is to develop players rather than worrying about the wins and losses.
"I think the cool thing for us is we saw that baseball IQ grow over the course of the year. ey started to understand situations better like
when to be aggressive and when not to be aggressive, things like that," Vander Kooi said. "You just started to see that develop a little bit and it was pretty cool. From a coach's standpoint, it was really rewarding to see the growth of those kids and how they became better ballplayers."
While the season has just ended
The City of Lynden Public Works
Department is accepting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms for the Benson Road Reconstruction Complete Street. This agreement will be for approximately 5 years.
The City of Lynden reserves the right to amend terms of this “Request for Qualifications” (RFQ) to circulate various addenda, or to withdraw the RFQ at any time, regardless of how much time and effort consultants have spent on their responses.
Project Description
The project scope will include project development, plans, specifications, and cost estimates (PS&E), and all permitting required for the use of federal highway funds. This may include the NEPA process. The City reserves the right to retain services from the successful firm for future phases such as right-ofway, construction management, inspection, and closeout. This Preliminary Engineering Phase of the work has a DBE Goal of 17%.
The proposed project will replace the existing substandard road with an all-weather arterial street meeting City standard including a 4-foot-wide urban shoulder, curb gutter, ADA compliant sidewalk and ramps, and storm drainage. The design will need to incorporate a future WSDOT roundabout at the Benson and East Badger Road intersection. Qualified firms must have extensive municipal experience in culvert, street and utility design, right-of-way acquisition, and preparation of PS&E documents that comply with Federal Aid standards.
Evaluation Criteria
Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the following criteria:
•Qualification/experience of Proposed Project Manager with Federally funded projects. (20 points)
•Qualifications/Experience of Firm with Federally funded projects. (15 points)
•Approach to project and ability to meet schedule and budget of this approach. (10 points)
•Qualifications/experience in working with WSDOT for design within WSDOT right-of-way. (10 points)
•Qualifications/experience with right-of-way acquisition utilizing Federal funds. (10 points)
•Qualifications/experience with permit process, including NEPA, involving Federal funds. (20 points)
•Qualifications/experience in working with contractors as it relates to change orders. (5 points)
•What mistakes have you experienced with Federally funded projects and how did you rectify them on future projects. (5 points)
•Approach to meet the DBE goal. The goal for this project is 17%. (5 points)
•Are staff being interviewed today, those that will make up the design team?
•Past Performances and references.
Submittal Submittals should include the following information: firm name, phone numbers, name of Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager, and number of employees in each firm proposed to project.
Please submit in a sealed envelope FIVE paper copies and ONE digital copy (USB) of your Statement of Qualifications to City of Lynden Public Works Department, attention: Heather Sytsma, 300 4th Street, Lynden, WA 98264 no later than 3:00 p.m. on August 15, 2023. Submittals will not be accepted after that time and date. Any questions regarding this project should be directed to Mark Sandal at sandalm@lyndenwa.org or 360-354-3446.
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(ADA) Information
The City of Lynden in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Heather Sytsma at sytsmah@lyndenwa.org or by calling 360-3543446. Title VI Statement
The City of Lynden, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.
Published July 26, August 2 & 9, 2023
Everson
LEGAL SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE 846-23
The following is a summary of Ordinance 846-23 as adopted by the Everson City Council on July 11, 2023. “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Everson, Washington, amending Chapter 6.08 of the Everson Municipal Code.” The full text of the ordinance can be mailed upon request. M. Dickinson, Clerk/Treasurer
Published July 26, 2023
Sumas
LEGAL CITY OF SUMAS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP AMENDMENT AND SITE-SPECIFIC REZONE NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AND PUBLIC HEARING
they will be holding tryouts for next year's Cal Ripken teams soon. e Lobos will have tryouts held on July 30 and 31. 9U/10U tryouts will be on July 30 and 11U/12U tryouts will be on July 31 from 7-9 p.m. each day. e age of the child is how old they will be on May 1, 2024. To register for the tryouts and get more information go to lyndenlobosbaseball.com.
The Lobos season ended in a third place finish at regionals.
(Courtesy of Dan Vander Kooi)
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ies of the proposed map amendment and site-specific rezone are available for review at Sumas City Hall. For more information, contact Sumas City Hall at (360) 988-5711.
The City hereby provides notification that the Sumas Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed comprehensive plan map amendments and site-specific rezone on August 7, 2023 at Sumas City Hall beginning at 5:30 PM. The Sumas City Council will also hold a public hearing, however the date for that hearing has not been set. Any party may submit written or oral testimony at either hearing. Interested parties should contact City Hall or the City website to receive information regarding access to either the planning commission or the city council meeting.
at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of 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 WHATCOM, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 13, AS DELINEATED ON SHEA STREET HOMES PRD PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED MARCH 1, 2018 UNDER AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 2018-0300115, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 2276 SHEA ST, LYNDEN, WA 98264-9812 Subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 2/1/2019, recorded 2/4/2019, under Instrument No. 2019-0200231 records of WHATCOM County, Washington, from ANTHONY R MARTINEZ, AN UNMARRIED PERSON, as grantor(s), to CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, as original trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE
SORS AND ASSIGNS, as original beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was subsequently assigned to PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, the Beneficiary, under an assignment recorded under Auditors File Number 20221101496 II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust as referenced in RCW 61.21.030(4) 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: $22,763.89. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $308,163.80, together with interest as provided in the Note from 6/1/2022 on, and such other costs, fees, and charges as are due under the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured, and 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 8/4/2023. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/24/2023 (11 days before the sale date), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/24/2023 (11 days before the sale), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, 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 cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/24/2023 (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, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s) by both first class and certified mail, 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 service or posting. The list of recipients of the Notice of Default is listed within the Notice of Foreclosure provided to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s). These requirements were completed as of 2/9/2023. 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.
NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS – The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to posses-
sion 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NO-
TICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You may be eligible for mediation. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm
The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud. gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/offices/ hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear Additional information provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. The Trustee’s Sale Number is WA-23951529-BB. Dated: 3/28/2023
QUALITY LOAN SERVICE COR-
PORATION F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION
under RCW 65.04.015: MATTHEW MULDER, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SEPARATE PROPERTY Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust and Grantee (for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015): loanDepot.com, LLC Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION
F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON Current Loan Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: loanDepot.com, LLC I.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION
F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON, the undersigned Trustee, will on 8/4/2023, at 9:00 AM At the Main Entrance of the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of 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 WHATCOM, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 45, PLAT OF PEACEFUL VALLEY, DIVISION NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 13 OF PLATS, PAGES 77 THROUGH 81, INCLUSIVE, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 451 FLAIR VALLEY DR, MAPLE FALLS, WA 98266 Subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 9/4/2021, recorded 10/8/2021, under Instrument No. 2021-1001129 records of WHATCOM County, Washington, from MATTHEW MULDER, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SEPARATE PROPERTY, as grantor(s), to WFG NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY., as original trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (MERS), AS NOMINEE FOR LOANDEPOT. COM,LLC, Its Successors and Assigns, as original beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was subsequently assigned to loanDepot.com, LLC, the Beneficiary, under an assignment recorded under Auditors File Number 2023-0100509 II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust as referenced in RCW 61.21.030(4) 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: $10,628.56. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $169,368.72, together with interest as provided in the Note from 9/1/2022 on, and such other costs, fees, and charges as are due under the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured, and 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 8/4/2023. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/24/2023 (11 days before the sale date), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/24/2023 (11 days before the sale), or by other date as permitted
See LEGALS on B4
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 service or posting. The list of recipients of the Notice of Default is listed within the Notice of Foreclosure provided to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s). These requirements were completed as of 2/23/2023. 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060.
THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You may be eligible for mediation. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Tollfree:
1-877-894-HOME (1-877-8944663) or Web site: http://www. dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Tollfree:
1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud.gov/ hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/ sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and refer-
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If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. The
The City of Nooksack will be accepting employment applications and resumes for the position of City Clerk/Treasurer. The position would entail approximately six months of on-the-job training prior to taking over the full position of City Clerk/Treasurer. Applications and resumes will be accepted until July 31, 2023 at Nooksack City Hall, 103 W. Madison Street, Nooksack, Washington.
Job Description: The City Clerk/Treasurer serves as the city record keeper and nancial accountant. The City Clerk keeps a full and true record of City Council proceedings, keeps record of all city accounts, keeps track of permits and licenses issued by the city, maintains the record of Ordinances and Codes of the city and receives, issues receipts and safeguards all monies coming into the city. Other duties include preparing budget and payroll as well as reception and cashiering at City Hall. The City Clerk also is the supervisor of city administrative employees and maintains personnel les and hiring practices.
Requirements: Candidates should have experience dealing with general o ce duties, record keeping, database entry, computer skills, cashiering, reception and sound organizational principals. Experience preferred with accounts payable, bookkeeping and budgeting, payroll and nancial management. Candidate should be certi ed, or willing to be certi ed, as Notary within one (1) year of employment. Valid Washington State drivers license and clean driving record. Pay and Bene ts: 2023 pay, $29.98 - $33.39 per hour. Fully paid medical/dental/vision insurance, State DRS/PERS retirement plan, paid holiday and vacation package, sick leave, deferred compensation plan available.
richment funding under TCW 28A.505.240 (approved by the voters as the 2021-2024 Education & Programs Levy). Upon conclusion of the hearing, the Board shall fix and determine the appropriation from each fund contained in the 2023-2024 Budget and shall, by resolution, adopt the 20232024 Budget, the four-year budget plan summary, and the four-year enrollment projection. 2023-2024
Budget information is available at the District Office. Lynden School District #504
Published July 26 & August 2, 2023
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CARPET CLEANING
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CLEANING SUPPLIES
Bay City Supply
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COFFEE
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1976 Kok Rd., Lynden Town Plaza, Lynden
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COMPUTER SERVICES
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CONSTRUCTION
TSquared Inc Construction & Roofing
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DENTAL
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DRYER VENT CLEANING
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EYE CARE
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FARM & GARDEN
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1720 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale • 360-380-0578
415 Depot St., Lynden • 360-306-3800
119 17th St., Fairway, Lynden • 360-354-5671
300 Main St., Lynden • 360-354-1198
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FINE JEWELRY
Originals by Chad
521 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-0210
FLORISTS
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Whatcom Cremation & Funeral
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FURNITURE & MATTRESSES
Colony House Furniture
303 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-5554
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GARAGE DOORS
Overhead Door Company of Bellingham
202 Ohio St, Bellingham • 360-734-5960
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Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
Westside Building Supply
8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617
GARBAGE & RECYCLING
Nooksack Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc.
250 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-3400
GIFT/SPECIALTY SHOP
Appel Farms - The Cheese Shop
6605 Northwest Dr., Ferndale • 360-312-1431
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GREASE TRAP
CLEANING
Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc.
Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828
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GLASS, RESIDENTIAL
Louis Auto Glass
1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840
407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232
1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759
Lyndale Glass • www.lyndaleglass.com
110 7th St., Lynden • 360-354-3937
6172 Portal Wy., Ferndale • 360-384-5956
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Family Care Network
Lynden Family Medicine • 360-354-1333
1610 Grover St., Suite D-1, Lynden
Birch Bay Family Medicine • 360-371-5855
8097 Harborview Rd., Blaine
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Ferndale Family Medical Center • 360-384-1511
5580 Nordic Way, Ferndale
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Lynden Interiors
2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149
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Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
Walls & Windows Inc. • 360-676-5223
4131 Hannegan Rd., Ste. 104, Bellingham
HOME LOANS
Leader One Financial Corporation
David Ohligschlager, Branch Manager
102 Grover St., #208, Lynden • 360-815-1768
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Amy Warenski Insurance Agency Inc
8874 Bender Rd Ste 106, Lynden • 360-354-6868
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Brown & Brown
501 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4488
Country Financial®, Len Corneto
102 Grover Street, Ste. 209, Lynden • 360-354-4197
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Lesa Ferguson, Financial Representative
1610 Grover St., Suite B1, Lynden • 360-354-2975
Group of Health Insurance Services, LLC
4202 Meridian Street, Suite 104, Bellingham
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1780 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-2200
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113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333
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Oltman Insurance & Financial Services
360-354-5988
8850 Bender Road, Suite 101, Lynden
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VanDalen Insurance
Shane VanDalen
517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433
LUMBER
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
Westside Building Supply
8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617
MEDIATION
Bellingham Mediation & Consulting
Sheri Russell, JD • 360-255-1666 www.bellinghammediation.com
MEDICARE INSURANCE
PLANS
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VanDalen Insurance
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Environmental Pest Control Inc.
3003 Bennett Drive, Bellingham • 360-676-5120 www.epestcontrol.net
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Lynden Print Company
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113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444
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Westside Building Supply
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Little Caesars 1804 18th St., Lynden • 360-354-8656
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SENIOR CARE
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SEPTIC INSTALLATION
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(BPT) - For teens, driving represents freedom and independence. However, they must understand it’s a privilege with serious responsibilities. You may be feeling some anxiety about your teen driver, but you can help prepare them for this important milestone. Before letting your teenager behind the wheel, check out these four tips that can help them get ready to hit the road.
1. Drill the basics
Before you hit the road, train your teen on the basics. Show them how to adjust the seat, steering wheel and the side and rearview mirrors to suit their needs. Make sure they can locate the car registration, insurance card and car manual and discuss situations they’ll need to pull them out. Also, take a few minutes to review the vehicle controls and demonstrate how each works. For example, point out and explain the dashboard controls, turn signals, headlights, safety features like airbags and seat belts, wipers, emergency lights, parking brake and release, engine on/o and warning indicator lights.
2. Review rules and responsibilities
Talk with your teens about the rules and responsibilities of driving so they can get themselves and their passengers safely from Point A to Point B. It’s especially important to emphasize that driving requires their full attention and that removing or reducing distractions, such as their phone, is essential.
According to the National Highway Tra c Safety Administration (NHTSA), a teen’s chances of crashing increase six times when dialing a phone and 23 times when texting. Meanwhile, State Farm’s 2023
Distracted Driving survey found that drivers who had their license for ve years or less were signi cantly more likely to use smartphone apps and record and watch videos while driving than drivers who had been licensed for more than 10 years.
Let your teens bene t from your driving knowledge and experience. Share stories about distracted driving and the outcomes for drivers, passengers and pedestrians. ese stories can help them understand that even a momentary distraction can lead to serious consequences.
3. Practice driving at night
Experienced drivers know driving at night is more di cult than during the day. Practice is essential to staying safe while driving in the dark. More than half of the State Farm survey respondents did not have nighttime driving practice while learning to drive. Nearly half did not feel they had su cient driving practice overall before getting a license. Make sure your young driver gets some night-driving experience so you’re both more comfortable with evening outings.
4. Be a good role model
Your teen’s driving education starts at home. You can’t rely solely on driver’s education class to teach your teen the rules of the road and safe driving practices. Model safe driving practices by remembering to buckle up and always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.
Also, when you’re in the driver’s seat - whether it’s to the grocery store, school or sports practice - use the trip to explain the choices you’re making behind the wheel. You can also share tips you learned from your driving experiences that may not be covered in class.
Be proactive and get your teen road ready this summer. Using these four tips, you can ensure your teen is prepared to get behind the wheel.
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