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s With Mt. Baker on the horizon for the view, Tuesday, May 22 was a beautiful night to be racing in light winds off of South Beach.
Photo by Louise Mugar
Happy Birthday, USA: Celebrate Point Roberts-style By Meg Olson The United States of America will be 242-years-old this year and Point Roberts is throwing a party! Independence Day recognizes the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the Congressional Congress declared the original 13 colonies to be a new nation. “Happy Birthday, U.S.A” is the theme for the annual Point Roberts Fourth of July
Parade, inviting participants to find all sorts of ways to celebrate the birth of our nation. The parade will start at noon at the foot of Gulf Road and run along Gulf and down Tyee Drive to the marina overflow parking lot. For more information or to volunteer to help out with the parade, contact Dee Gough at queenofcleanpointroberts@ gmail.com. Following the parade, Breakwaters Bar and Grill at the Point Roberts Marina will
Kiniski’s Reef Tavern celebrates its 30th anniversary By Meg Olson As Nick Kiniski finished up his 29th year as owner of Kiniski’s Reef Tavern last June, he had the iconic property on the market. It isn’t for sale anymore. “I changed my mind,” Kiniski said, preparing for a 30th anniversary party on June 30. I think I’d be lost if I sold it.” On June 28, 1988, having left a career as a professional wrestler, the then 27-yearold Kiniski bought the Point Roberts
waterfront tavern from Earl McNabb for $300,000 and hit town to take over on the busy Memorial Day weekend. “I was working behind the bar learning the till and I ordered a Pepsi and Earl charged me for it,” he said. “He told me to watch my pennies because they grow into dollars and I’ve always remembered that.” Back then, the big money was in gambling. “You couldn’t come in and spend $100 on beer in my establishment but you could spend $1,000 on gambling re-
ally quick,” Kiniski said. The pulltab business dwindled as more gambling options became available in Canada. With stricter enforcement of drinking and driving laws, Kiniski said Point Roberts taverns also lost their appeal as weekend party havens. Last year, with the help of manager Allison Calder, Kiniski transitioned to a family restaurant and undertook significant renovations: a new floor, new furniture, a (See The Reef, page 11)
have a day of festivities, culminating in a fireworks display. In addition to a barbecue there will be live music and lots of activities for kids. Organizers of the fireworks are collaborating with the local food bank again this year, raising funds for both causes and allowing tax receipts to be issued to donors. Between fireworks fundraising and other (See Parade, page 5)
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Proposed amendments to Whatcom County’s solid waste ordinance that would end curbside trash collection exemptions in Point Roberts took a step forward after county council unanimously moved to introduce them at its regular council meeting on May 22. The amendments also mandate “a minimum service level of twice monthly pickup of a 32-gallon can and source-separated recyclables” and places “the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) approved monthly service charge as a fee on the annual property tax statement.” The amendments were originally scheduled to be introduced at council’s May 8 meeting but it was referred back to the public works and health committee after council member Barbara Brenner raised concerns about not having enough public input and discussion before it went to a public hearing that would have taken place on May 22. Brenner made the motion to decline the introduction after hearing from residents who have raised concerns about the mandatory aspect of the proposed system along with other issues. “I feel there is pressure to do this thing and I don’t like that. If we go ahead and pass this ordinance, it’s going to put a burden on a bunch of people whether it’s necessary or not. I just don’t think it’s fair to put this burden on people without a lot of input,” Brenner said. The ordinance will now go to a public hearing on council’s regular meeting on Tuesday, June 5. The public works and health committee met earlier on May 22 to consider the amendment; although the committee is usually comprised of council members Tim Ballew, Brenner and Barry Buchanan, the entire council was in attendance. A small contingent from Point Roberts
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S Is this Ogopogo in the marina entrance? The Loch Ness monster? Nah, just an evocative piece of driftwood. Photo by Louise Mugar
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opinion All Point Bulletin Happy 10th Birthday, Beekeepers! All Point Bulletin • June 2018
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s The Point Roberts Beekeeper’s Association celebrated their 10th anniversary at its May 7 meeting at the community center. From l.; Janet Wilson, Tim Trudel, Stephen Falk, Heidi Baxter, Gail Amundsen, Paul Smedley, David Weldon. Seated, founder Linda Marie Bruce and her five-year-old grandson, William. Photo by Margo Getsinger
Letters To The Editor The Editor: Why is it so difficult to find someone in Point Roberts who wants to work? I don’t mean for free or hard labor, just yard maintenance, weeding. I see so many postings on the Point Interface for people in need of a little help and seemingly few responses. I am just looking for someone to help me maintain my garden (I already have a lawn mowing service) while I am away for a month and don’t want to come back to a jungle of weeds. Are there no teenagers who want to make $20 per hour for about 10 hours a week? Or are they all just too busy playing video games? What has happened to basic work ethics? I really don’t understand. And if there is anyone who would like to make some easy spending money, please contact me at klprss56@whidbey.com. Karin Pruss Point Roberts From the Web: The All Point Bulletin collected comments made by online readers responding to recent stories. Here’s what they wrote: Responding to: “Hospital district patches up open positions.” This story ran online on May 4. The Editor: I am over the moon about the appointment of Barb as superintendent! She is more than qualified, is a strong, dedicated person that will not bend in the face of right versus wrong! Yay! SuzAnne and Rick Kinsey Via allpointbulletin.com Responding to: “Why are the border lineups so crazy?” The story ran online on May 4. The Editor: “Has anyone compared our gas prices to the rest of Whatcom County? Seems to me that our prices went way up when Metro Vancouver raised their price. I have never paid so much for a tankful before.” Rhiannon Allen Via Facebook
he needs to show some effort and clean up before we all jump in and increase his economy of scale. Heidi Baxter Via Facebook
The Editor: I like to compare cheapest prices rather than averages. The cheapest gas in Point Roberts (about $3.67 per gallon) runs about 60 cents per gallon more than the cheapest gas in Bellingham. Is this due to transport costs or simply pricing in tandem with B.C. prices – just cheap enough to entice Canadian customers? Mark Robbins Via allpointbulletin.com Responding to: “Town Hall meeting spurs plenty of trash talking” The story ran in the May edition. The Editor: Over 70 percent choose not to have curbside pick-up; obviously they don’t want it. I personally don’t want to schedule my life around a dump truck once every second week, when I have two days to U-Haul a week now which is more convenient. I also don’t want to invest in a messy transfer station service provider. I would much rather the choice of service we have had for many years and six-month service for my neighbors like they do elsewhere. Mandatory fees and a forced curbside that would triple the number of dump trucks wastes money that could be spent on a chipper and composting for garden soil. Experience shows that mandatory curbside fees through a tax doesn’t affect illegal dumping. (Ed. Note: the proposed cost is a fee, not a tax.) Check out Nanaimo Regional District frequently asked questions. Having an awesome recycling transfer station would reduce illegal dumping. I have absolutely no faith in CANDO as his messy disorganized operation speaks for itself. Wish it was otherwise. But I think
The Editor: If a fee is to be put on our property taxes, then Point Roberts needs a garbage district. The district’s board would hire personnel who would get health benefits and retirement programs the same as any county worker. Point Roberts property owners would then have a board to be able to complain or suggest to. The county-owned transfer station would be cleaned up and could be improved with taxpayer money and the improvements would be owned by the Point Roberts garbage district and not a private company. Kenneth John Calder Via Facebook
Click it or ticket Ninety percent of Whatcom County drivers buckle up, according to a recent report, but if you’re one of the 10 percent who don’t bother, law enforcement is looking for you. The national Click-It-or-Ticket campaign will have extra patrols out through Memorial Day weekend looking to emphasize proper seatbelt and car seat use. According to the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission, nationally “in 2016, the use of seat belts in passenger vehicles saved an estimated 14,668 lives of occupants ages five and older.” Whatcom County has one of the lower rates of seatbelt use in the state, according to a 2017 survey, lagging 5 percent behind the state average of 95 percent. State law requires everyone in a passenger vehicle to buckle up. The fine for not wearing a seatbelt properly or for not insuring that passengers under 16 in your car do so is up to $124 per person. Children under eight or under 4-feet-9 need to be in a proper child restraint.
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on-site fundraising, food bank representative Henry Rosenthal said the collaboration raised over $2,500 last year as well as food donations. Canada’s birthday won’t be forgotten, said organizer Whitney McElroy, and a full day of fun and fireworks is planned for Sunday, July 1 as well. The Point Roberts Marina Resort is anchoring the fireworks fundraising with a startup donation of $2,000. To help reach the $15,000 fundraising goal go to fundly. com/point-roberts-firework-2018.
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attended the 12:15 p.m. meeting; two of whom spoke in favor of the amendment after Brenner called for comments. Point Roberts Taxpayers Association president Mark Robbins expressed his organization’s support for the amendments and noted that the taxpayer board had at its May 8 meeting unanimously approved sending a letter expressing its support to council. Robbins pointed out that the association included both permanent and seasonal residents and that the members had passed a resolution endorsing mandatory curbside collection as far back as its 2009 annual general meeting. He cited the extensive outreach and publicity given throughout the process of developing the mandatory collection system and said, “Nobody’s been cut off or blindsided by it. We really urge council to not put it on the backburner.” Taxpayer association vice-president Barbara Bradstock followed Robbins, echoing his support. “I see in our community, some signifi-
cant health issues that will be remediated by the action that I hope will be happening. We’ve just had examples of toxic wastes being burned in somebody’s fire pit. They’re seasonal residents who don’t have collection and they put a lot of plastic and toxic things in to be burned before they went home,” she said. No one spoke in opposition to the proposed amendments. After a short discussion on procedure, Buchanan motioned to have the amendments introduced at that night’s regular council meeting. In response, council member Satpal Sidhu said, “I wanted to give the opportunity for opponents to be heard. Allowing exemptions is a very uncertain business model” adding that the rates are set by the WUTC and are not arbitrary. Todd Donovan began to express his support for the proposal but was quickly shot down by committee chair Brenner who told him the motion was to approve the ordinance’s introduction, not to discuss it. Council voted 7-0 to approve introduction and to schedule a public hearing at the earliest possible date.
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At the same time that Whatcom County Council was discussing the proposed mandatory curbside trash pickup plan on May 8, there was a lively Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRCAC) meeting going on at the Gulf Road community center. So lively in fact, that at one point, deputy sheriff Tom McCarthy said he would like “to announce to everyone the definition of disorderly conduct” and, after doing so, pointed out that it was a bookable offense punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $1000 fine.
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“I’m putting it out there because I’m beginning to think that something like that may be occurring and I don’t want to write a long report,” he said. While McCarthy didn’t name any one person, a very passionate Heidi Baxter who had interrupted the meeting numerous times took it personally and made a lengthy and loud exit while she retrieved posters and display items she had brought to the meeting. Baxter has been an ardent opponent of the proposed mandatory trash pickup and had advocated for other community-oriented options. The PRCAC meeting was the first meeting held subsequent to a town hall meeting to discuss the proposed system held in mid-April. Close to 100 people had attended that meeting and while the mood could be described as generally positive, there were significant differences of opinions regarding various aspects of the proposal. One major bone of contention was the plan to charge taxpayers for a minimum service level equal to every other week collection of a 32-gallon trash container. Christopher recounted a conversation he had the afternoon of May 8 with Jeff Hegedus from the county health department solid waste division. Hegedus had told Christopher that the county and service provider Cando had decided they would treat that fee as a non-refundable credit. By doing so, it would mean that resi(See Trash, page 7)
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Full agenda covered by taxpayers B y P a t G r u bb Trash pickup, four-digit local calling, economic development, gas tax plans, the state of the rental housing market, illegal signs – the most recent board meeting of the Point Roberts Taxpayers Association on May 9 was a veritable grab bag of subjects. Without further ado … Following remarks by board members Ken Calder and Jeff Christopher who is the association’s representative and chair of the Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee, chair Mark Robbins said, “I’ll entertain a motion to write a letter in support of mandatory collection,” adding that there was a history of membership support for it. In the letter that was later sent to Whatcom County Council, Robbins pointed out that the members had passed a resolution endorsing mandatory curbside collection as far back as its 2009 annual general meeting. Speaking from the audience, Heidi Baxter said any solution must incorporate U-Haul to the solid waste site. The proposed changes to the solid waste ordinance at this time only addresses curbside trash pickup; PRCAC, its solid waste sub-committee and the county health department are intending to address deficiencies at the solid waste site later in the process. Turning to the subject of gas taxes and the transportation benefit district (TBD), Christopher provided an accounting of revenue and fund balance. “The current balance of TBD funds is $984,457; current velocity is $18, 580 per quarter,” he advised. Plans to use some of the money to help maintain the garden club beautification of the southern part of Tyee Drive would be presented in a resolution going before county council in mid-June, he an-
nounced, adding that county public works assistant director Joe Rutan did not anticipate any problems receiving approval. Christopher listed a number of ideas currently under consideration for spending gas tax monies including a $15,000 Maple Beach morphology study to examine the idea of removing the sea wall and re-paving Benson Road from Tyee Drive to South Beach Road. TBD funds must be spent on transportation-related projects according to state law; how some of these ideas fulfill the original intent behind the establishment of TBDs, ie. to mitigate problems arising from border traffic, might be difficult to fathom. Finishing up, Robbins said “One of the issues that we keep coming back to is eyesores and whether we want to do something about it such as off-site advertising.” In response, Arthur Reber said, “Right now, there are seven illegal signs sitting at the community sign” at the corner of Tyee Drive and Gulf Road. “Vic [Riley] has been sticking his smallpointbulletin signs and sticking them in the ground all over the Point and all of those are illegal.” One of Riley’s signs has been placed in the garden beautification flower beds on Tyee Drive. In Whatcom County, off-site signs are illegal in all zones.
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dents could put out up to 26 trash cans at any time in the year before being charged for overages. Part-time residents had taken particular umbrage at being charged for a service even though they weren’t in residence for much of the year. With the flexibility of the revised plan, seasonal residents would still receive the benefits of trash collection without being penalized during their absence by paying for a system they weren’t using. While the revision appeared to go toward satisfying much of the audience, the 26-can service level, the ability to self-haul to the transfer station, community composting and other system enhancements remained hot topics. Christopher pointed out that picking up trash cans was just the first step in the process. Trash collection is regulated by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission which analyzes operating costs and sets allowable prices and determines a maximum profit margin for each trash hauling company in the state. The solid waste transfer station is under the county’s regulatory and taxing authority and its operations must be determined separately. Hegedus has said the county intends to examine those operations next. Christopher proposed to fellow board members that a sub-committee be struck to get community input on what changes were needed for solid waste management on the Point. Following approval by the board, Christopher called for volunteers to join the PRCAC waste management sub-committee. In response, Jordan Strub, Bill Meursing, Barb Bradstock, Kimberly Butts, Samantha Scholefield, Allison Calder and Jeff Christopher volunteered and were named to the sub-committee.
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Time to clean out the shed and garage Motor oil? Yes. Latex paint? No. The household hazardous waste event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 23 at the Johnson Road transfer station so here’s a partial list of what they will and won’t accept. Acceptable Items (up to 55 gallons per household): Oil-based paints, gasoline, motor oil, antifreeze, garden chemicals, pest control
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Church News By Gina Gaudet The Judeo-Christian creation story begins with the image of a presence, a potent possibility for everything coming from nothing: “The earth was void and without form, and darkness was on the face of the deep; and the Spirit of God was moving over the face of the waters.” The beginning of the entire story of creation and all that follows is the brooding presence of spirit. It is as if love has been waiting forever. Everything begins with spirit. Spirit can be experienced as love, inspiration or comfort: an experience created through meditation or music; or simply received through being in nature, or in the presence of art. Or beauty. Or a baby. Spirit is present even when we live as if we are void of its power. But when we choose to act from fear, hate or ignorance, spirit is lovingly indomitable, infinitely present and available. Like a loving mother, patiently, eagerly anticipating the return of her children, she awaits our attention, those moments of inadvertent awareness that allow her to slip
into our consciousness – or our subconsciousness – with wisdom, healing or blessing. These words are written the day before Pentecost. What began as the Jewish festival of Shavuot, observed 50 days after Passover, became the birth of Christianity. The story tells of an outpouring of spirit over the followers of Jesus, most of whom were Jewish, gathered in Jerusalem for the festival. Although the immediate manifestation of this event was the miraculous “speaking in tongues,” the more important result was the quick expansion of the movement into a new faith and a new church. Spirit, once again, creating. At Pentecost, we are invited to reflect on what spirit is creating in our lives – or, perhaps, what spirit longs to create in us and in the life of our church. And we are invited to tap into that source, that infinite, welcoming presence that broods over our lives, longing, waiting to express love and light to a hurting planet and her people. What will you hear? What will you see? What will you do?
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Azure Coast development comments sought By Meg Olson The Whatcom County planning department has reviewed the Azure Coast development on Marine Drive across from the golf course for potential adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a determination of non-significance (DNS), allowing the project to proceed without a formal environmental impact statement. Members of the public have until Friday, June 8 to submit written comments to the county regarding the proposed project and potential impacts on the surrounding environment. Azure Coast is a proposed 14-home sub-
division on the 25-acre high-bank property commonly known as Reno Ranch. The proposal is to clear approximately five acres of brush and some trees for roads, home sites and utilities. There are three registered wetlands on the property and one farm pond, all of which the developer proposes to retain. A storm water system will include an outfall that will take water over the bluff to the beach below. Comments or questions should be directed to senior planner Amy Keenan at 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham 98225. She can also be reached at akeenan@whatcomcounty.us or at 360/778-5943.
Free appliance pickup was big success When Appliance Depot chose to include Point Roberts in their annual free appliance pickup program to honor Earth Day, they had to add another day because the demand was so great. “We were swamped,” said Mel Monkelis, program director for the community-owned non-profit that combines reconditioning and salvaging appliances with job training. Monkelis said they had pickups in 60 locations on May 1-2 on the Point, taking a total of four truckloads of unwanted appliances back to Bellingham. “We’ve never been to Point Roberts before and I think we’ll be doing this every year,” he said.
They also collected some novel items, Monkelis added, including an artfully decorated though non-functional fridge from a resident who had been at Woodstock and a Red Bull fridge shaped like a gas pump. “We already sold that one,” he said. It took the Appliance Depot crew three hours to get to and from Point Roberts on their first day while they got their paperwork in order, but the second day “we got through in five minutes at each crossing,” Monkelis said. “The moral of the story is to have your paperwork ready!” he said. Those looking to have a paid appliance pick up can call 360/527-2646.
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When Sahiry Ireland hung her real estate shingle on the Point, her aim was to set her clients up with more than a new house. With what her husband Wez calls their “grander ecosystem of services,” the two are marketing Point Roberts as a destination for professionals fleeing crowded cities and looking for the perfect place to work from home. Sahiry sold real estate for almost 15 years in Atlanta and San Francisco before moving to the Point two years ago. She is now licensed in Washington and joined Century 21 Bay Properties, located in Birch Bay, as their Point Roberts agent in early 2018. “I’ve been looking at the market and looking at trends here over the last two years,” she said. Right now she has more buyers than listings. Buyers are coming from everywhere, she said. “They want to be close to the water yet close to Vancouver – you can still buy property close to the water for a million dollars here.” Through her website sahiry.com, she
uses photos, videos and drone footage to introduce Point Roberts to prospective buyers. Wez has also relocated his business technology company, Evo Technica. An immediate hurdle, he said, was inadequate internet and cellular service. “It’s really one of the bottlenecks here,” he said. Working with local service providers, Wez said he has found innovative solutions to enhance internet and cell phone service for local users, which he thinks will make the Point a more workable solution for people wanting to telecommute. “I’m working to increase the local technical equity,” he said. Working together, Sahiry and Wez hope to bring more full-time residents and their incomes to the Point. “We need to attract the right buyers,” Wez said. “If we get enough people going in the same direction, we can work with more service providers for better services,” he said, from internet providers to the border service agencies. Contact Sahiry through her website sahiry.com or at 415/545-8155. Contact Wez at evotechnica.com or 415/480-4447.
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s Major source of complaints are long and slow-moving lines after south-bound NEXUS closes at 7 p.m. Photo by Pat Grubb
Not a moment too soon for NEXUS The days are longer and so are the NEXUS hours. As of May 18, Canada Border Service Agency started summer hours for the NEXUS lane at the Boundary Bay port of entry, which will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day until September 3. The U.S. port of entry will extend their hours from May 28 to September 3. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will open the NEXUS lane entering Point Roberts from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. during that time.
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Point Roberts gardens vary dramatically in their configuration and size. However, a common design here on the Point and throughout North America is what I call the ‘front yard/ back yard’ layout. You know the basics. There’s a road, then an area that can be gardened, then a house, then some amount of land behind the house. There is also a strip of land on either side of the house, although the width of these strips can vary from tight to rather generous. If you think about this layout, it provides the opportunity to develop three distinct gardens: front, back, and sides. Unless the side areas are very generous, the gardener is freed from tying front and back gardens together aesthetically. The gardener can simply use the sides as shady passageways from one garden to the other. An arbor, garden art or maybe even some shade plants might be all that is needed to make a nice transition from scene one to scene two. How liberating! No need to develop a grand garden scheme. No need to commit yourself to one and only one garden style. Go for two distinctly different front and back gardens if you want. Three gardens on the upcoming Point Roberts Garden Tour on July 15 are good illustrations of front yard/back yard design. The first is a hidden gem; it sits on a side street, with a tall fence and privacy hedge that screens a small orchard from prying eyes. The owner has taken advantage of a south-facing front yard to grow fruit trees that will nourish the family in summer and autumn. This small orchard is sided with sun-loving roses and perennials, playfully set off by driftwood and unusual cacti skeletons that hark to hotter climes. This is a geometric summer sun garden where one can gaze on sun-loving plants punctuated by reminders of beach and desert, equally reminiscent of sun and warmth. Now pass through the narrow shady side, past the wicker reindeer standing guard, into the somewhat shadier rear garden. Splashes of color are everywhere. Curving herbaceous borders and carefully selected shrubs are set against a background of large trees that provide privacy from the rear neighbors. The impression is one of an English country garden, quite different from the geometric front garden. I find the effect charming. When you visit this tranquil garden, look for furniture tucked into garden niches where near, middle and long views of the garden can be appreciated at
one’s leisure. Right next door to this garden is another tour garden that illustrates the front yard/back yard design. Here a different approach has been taken, one which intimately suits the owner. Originally from a culture rich in family and gardening, this world-wandering family has finally put down roots in Point Roberts, both literally and figuratively. As with their neighbors, this family uses its front yard to grow fruit trees, including a peach tree grown from a pit that sprouted in the compost. However, the dissecting driveway has allowed the gardener to devote one side of the front yard primarily to family activities with a small playground, a grass lawn that is soft on children’s feet, and a delightful jumble of wading pool and toys. What light-hearted fun! The back yard, in contrast, is designed for sitting and sipping, with flowering perennials, a greenhouse, and a vegetable garden. There is a range of temperate South American plants, notably a Chilean Notro tree, also known as Chilean firebush, carefully planted in homage to family. Hibiscus, lilies, and gladiolus provide a cosy floral backdrop to this happy yard. Down the hill, a third garden uses its front yard to reference the nearby beach. Open to the street, a ‘sunset’ deck sided in driftwood allows the family to hail passing neighbors while enjoying a view towards the beach. The ‘sitting and sipping’ of our previous rear garden is front-and-forward here, much in keeping with the family’s 50-year history in this sociable neighborhood. Against the house, driftwood, beach cobbles and a crab sculpture complete this charming ‘life is a beach’ front yard. Pass under the home-made wedding arbor festooned with honeysuckle, roses and climbing hydrangea, past a delightful potting bench, into a completely different back garden. Raised borders provide splashes of color against a hedgerow of primarily native shrubs, and old family tools can be spotted here and there in both the side and back garden. Alpines and succulents cover edges of raised beds, and vegetables and herbs occupy sunny spots. And don’t miss the water harvesting system that hydrates these plants, so prominent in the back garden. If you have a front yard/back yard layout, you are sure to find inspiration in one of these gardens. Thanks go to Sandy James and Jane Pratt for their input. Garden Tour XV is Sunday, July 15, with tickets going on sale on Sunday, July 1.
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By Meg Olson Eight local gardeners will be opening their gates to the public for the 15th Point Roberts Garden Tour starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday, July 15. “The gardens reflect the devotion and unique vision of each owner,” said Point Roberts Garden Club member Jennifer Urquhart. Some gardens highlight unique plants, such as rare cacti or a collection of Chilean plants. Others feature unique use of space – a series of outdoor “rooms” created by an award winning jewelry designer, or a tall grass maze of pathways. A quilter has used her eye for geometry to create a tapestry of plants and paths while owners of Peruvian Paso horses separate the horsey from homey parts of their property with 150-year-old Japanese maples and over 100 camellias and rhododendrons. Gardens reflect the range of ecological niches Point Roberts gardeners have to work with, from the beach to the forest, meadows to hillsides, and each gardener uses the challenges and assets of their
space differently. Tickets for the Sunday, July 15 event are available in advance at Nielson’s Building Center, Auntie Pam’s Country Store, Harris Nurseryland in Ladner, Blue Door Interiors in Ladner, and Flowers Beautiful in Tsawwassen. Tickets will also be available until 2 p.m. at the corner of Tyee Drive and McKenzie way, a block from the border. Tickets cost C$20 or $15US and include a map and entry to each garden as well as a stop for afternoon tea. Tea and live music will be served up from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Gulf Road Community Center. The map also directs visitors to local restaurants for a lunch stop. The garden tour is an important fundraiser for the garden club, as well as one of the club’s banner events. Funds raised from ticket sales will help run the next tour but also pay for the club’s ongoing efforts to beautify local roadways and connect local gardeners with each other and resources. For more information about the tour or the club, visit pointrobertsgardenclub.org or check out their Facebook page.
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PRINCIPAL’S CORNER by Craig Baldwin, Principal Point Roberts Primary and Blaine Elementary Schools We are just on the cusp of wrapping up another great school year at Point Roberts Primary and Blaine Elementary Schools! I want to thank everyone in our communities for your contributions throughout the school year! Some particular groups include the Point Roberts Primary PTO, who support and enrich school programs, the many volunteers who visit the school to provide support through instruction and enrichment opportunities and of course the Point Roberts Primary Staff including: Jessie Hettinga, Tracy Kelly, Tammy McDonald, Spencer Williams, Anita Aleksejev and Sue Schroeder. Their commitment to the school is not limited to the school day or school building. As important members of the Point Roberts community, our staff brings passion to serving children in and out of school throughout the year. Thank you to all of our staff and volunteers for investing your time, energy and enthusiasm, so that Point Roberts Primary continues to be a living part of the Point Roberts community. There are a few more events remaining this school year at Point Roberts Primary. On Tuesday, June 12 Point Roberts Primary will hold its 3rd grade celebration and spring concert. The last day of school for Blaine School District is Friday, June 15 and will be a half-day with a 12:50 dismissal time. Report cards will be sent home with students on this day. School offices open back up for school in late August prior to the first day of school on Wednesday, August 29. Between June 15 and August 29, I encourage students and families to fill their days with lots of fun, relaxation, and learning. There are many ways to keep children involved in educational opportunities throughout the summer. Research tells us that students often lose hard-earned learning when they do not continue to read or participate in other intentional learning activities over the summer months. Whether students participate in events organized through community organizations, go to a camp, visit museums, check books out at the public library or while on vacation take time to visit historical sites; it’s important to keep curious young minds engaged and challenged throughout the summer months! Thanks for a great year Point Roberts Primary and we’ll see you in August!
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By Annelle Norman The Point Roberts HomeGrown Co-op has reorganized into a community garden, taking the name of Benson Road HomeGrown Gardens (BRHGG) and is thriving once again. The property at 1702 Benson Road belongs to Dr. Petra Selke, a Vancouver OB/GYN who operates a horse rescue on the northern portion of the five acres. Dr. Selke has generously continued her patronage by supporting the use of a portion of the property in cooperation with BRHGG. BRHGG organized over the winter as a simple community garden, electing a new board of directors which spent many hours assessing challenges and opportunities in collaboration with interested co-op members. Collectively, it was decided that we would operate on a “work for food” volunteer basis and there are currently about 15 active volunteers. Board directors conferred with Point Roberts port director Brad Denson about Canadian volunteers and structured ourselves accordingly so that our “cottagers” can volunteer without
Mary Dominguez and Emme McSkimmings moving on from Point Roberts Primary to Blaine Elementary School.
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Coop reorganized and renamed concern about issues at the border. Greenhouses and raised beds are gardened organically and we are currently harvesting lettuce, kale, radishes, spinach and garlic scapes. Our pollinator garden is looking beautiful with several shades of lupine and the daisies are, of course, prolific and the two make gorgeous bouquets. In the ground and growing rapidly we have many varieties of tomatoes, potatoes, summer and winter squashes, Japanese eggplant, cucumbers, basil, beets, carrots, many types of lettuces, Swiss chard, bush beans, and lots of different herbs. If you would like to join us, even if you know nothing about vegetable gardening, please contact us on homegrown@whidbey.com to join our mailing list or like us on Facebook at facebook.com/prhomegrowncoop/. We typically have work parties on Wednesday and Saturdays, 10 or 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. so bring a pair of gloves, a hat, some water and your favorite gardening tools and join us during that time and we will introduce you to some of the nicest people ever and put you to work growing your own food!
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An experienced hand is installed New hospital district superintendent Barbara Wayland brings to the position a combination of decades in the healthcare business and experience with the local clinic and district. Wayland came to Point Roberts in 2006 following a 40-year nursing career in California. As a registered nurse she worked in staff positions and in supervisory roles. She has worked in hospital and clinic settings, home health care, nursing education, medical media and as the director of nursing for a county hospital. “I have lots of background in health care issues, policy development, budgeting, and project management, all of which will be of value in this position,” she said. Point Roberts Hospital District commissioners voted on May 2 to appoint Wayland to the position following the resignation of Elaine Komusi. Having also served for many years as a hospital district commissioner prior to moving to California for three years for family, Wayland is also familiar with the local clinic, its challenges, assets and its importance in the community. “The clinic is important to Point Roberts,” she said. “There are people whose medical needs will be met in other ways and that’s fine, but the clinic is important to the community as a whole and it needs to be here.” As a member of the hospital district board when Unity Care Northwest was contracted to run the clinic, Wayland said she is confident they are the right fit. “The questions have been asked and diligently answered and for right now this is the best model for us,” she said. Wayland said she was aware the hospital district had been under pinpoint scrutiny by two members of the public but said she had not been a party to the resulting acrimony. “My desire is to simply establish myself in this position and work with all parties as best I can.”
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Scheduled Meetings/Ongoing Events PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, June 5, 7 p.m., community center. Info: pointrobertschamberofcommerce.com. PR Garden Club: Wednesday, June 6, 7 p.m., members garden visits. Info@pointrobertsgardenclub.org. PR Hospital District: Wednesday, June 6, 7 p.m., community center. PR Park and Recreation District: Monday, June 11, 7 p.m., community center, 1437 Gulf Road. Friends of Point Roberts Library: Tuesday, June 12, noon–1 p.m., Point Roberts Library, 1437 Gulf Road. Join the Friends of Point Roberts Library at their monthly meeting to find out what they are doing to support the library. Share your ideas, volunteer to help out at upcoming events, or just find out what is going on! Info: 360/945-6545. PR Water District: Tuesday, June 12, 5 p.m., community center, 1437 Gulf Road. PR Community Advisory Committee: Tuesday, June 12, 6 p.m., community center. Info: prcac.us. PR Registered Voters Association: Thursday, June 7, 6 p.m., community center. :prrva.org. PR Fire District 5: Wednesday, June 13, 4 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. Info: 360/945-3473.
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The owners of South Beach House, Max and Diane Briand, again this year, very generously sponsored a Mexican brunch fundraiser for Circle of Care, with all proceeds going to the local organization. The Second Annual South Beach House/ Circle of Care Fundraiser was a wonderful, fun-filled success. The event was held on April 29 and raised nearly $3,400 with the help of many, many people and businesses. CanAm and the Shell Center co-sponsored the event while many local businesses contributed cash and/or provided in-kind contributions as door-prizes, including: Auntie Pam’s Country Store, Point Roberts Marina, Robin Nault Hair Stylist, Larry’s Liquor Locker, Westwind Marine, Julius Realty, Stephen’s Hair Design, Madrona Yoga, Savilla Kress, and Ladybug Nursery. The board of trustees and numerous volunteers served food and drinks, cleared tables, took photos and sold 50/50 tickets. The program for the event can be viewed on Facebook at facebook.com/pointrobertscircleofcare/. The trustees wish to thank all contributors and volunteers for their generosity and help in making this event a resounding success. Circle of Care provides volunteer support and referrals for professional in-homecare to residents dealing with illness, recovery from surgery, family emergencies and other urgent needs. We have a great group of willing, helpful volunteers and now we have two newly trained homecare aids. Margo Getsinger and Crystal Daniels have completed the course work and will soon sit for their exams. Washington state requires that all paid in-homecare workers take the training, complete a security
background check and pass a certification exam. If you are in need of professional in-homecare, please contact Circle of Care at 360/945-5222 and we will provide you with contact information for Margo and Crystal. Circle of Care also maintains a collection of durable medical equipment such as shower chairs, toilet chairs, walkers, canes, crutches, grabbers, stationary bikes, a knee scooter and adult incontinence supplies. Please check with us before you order needed items to see if we have them on hand as we are happy to loan them to you. Currently, we are hoping that someone will volunteer to keep these items in proper working condition so if you are handy with a screwdriver and WD40, please let us know. In the past few years, Circle of Care has arranged for hundreds of hours of volunteer services to Point Roberts residents. From driving people to doctor appointments or to hospital for elective surgeries, picking up and delivering groceries, providing meals, taking care of pets, arranging for minor repairs, delivering durable medical equipment etc., our volunteers have been generous of their time and resources. According to a Harvard Health Publication, volunteering is good not only for your community but for your health as well. Studies show that being a regular volunteer helps to “reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose.” (bit. ly/2IF0meF) We are always seeking volunteers and welcome all interested and motivated individuals. If you are interested in being a Circle of Care volunteer, please contact us at 360/945-5222 or email us at prcircleofcare@gmail.com.
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Friends of the Library By Judy Ross The Friends held its annual general meeting this past month and celebrated the near completion of the new library with cake and a tour of the premises. Members commented on how much room there is inside, almost three times the size of the current library in the community center. And they also noted how much light there is inside, because of the large number of windows. They didn’t all agree on the architect-chosen colors, with some liking them and some not. But, no matter what side they took on color choices, everyone easily agreed that the building was millions of times better than the building that it replaced and were most pleased to be inside it. We looked back on the seven years of actively planning and raising funds for this project, and watched a video made by
Bennett Blaustein showing the process of construction, complete with elegant music and photography that often made all the activity look like a ballet. Stephen Falk (vice president of the Friends and a commissioner at the park district) talked about his positive experiences in working with the Hansen construction company
Sheriff’s Report April 23, 1:15 p.m.: Alarm au-
View Lane.
dible on Maple Street.
May 9, 4:14 p.m.: Drugs cold
April 26, 9:43 p.m.: Burglary
call on Tyee Drive.
cold call on Benson Road.
May 10, 12:33 p.m.: Neigh-
April 27, 7:37 a.m.: Traffic haz-
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borhood
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Road.
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Road.
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Road.
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and architect David King, moving through the various stages of demolition and building. We were all happy to hear that change orders had not been excessive or unnecessary and that our costs were largely as expected and within our budget. Toward the end of May, we will be working on the initial landscaping (many California lilacs and a few ornamental cherries will be featured). And in June, Whatcom County Library Services will begin the process of furnishing the new library. The grand opening will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 11 and continue throughout the day. We hope everyone will be able to join us on that day of celebration. A round of applause for everyone who helped over the years in making it possible for Point Roberts to have a brand new public library. We all of us – we did it!
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Lot clearing, stump removal, blackberry brush removal, trenching, utilities, foundation digs, oil tank removals. Demolitions of cabins, houses, sheds, mobile homes, old travel trailers and more!
Canadian funds as well as US funds accepted.
Call Eric 360-319-6718 Eric176e@hotmail.com WA State Lic All Aroun900bn
Classifieds Home-grown newspaper with home delivery to Point Roberts, Tsawwassen and Retail Outlets. It’s the perfect match!
$15 for 15 words (plus 25¢ each additional word). Help Wanted
CLEANING HELP WANTED! Looking for help with cleaning in between short-term vacation rentals. Negotiable on payment terms. Call or text 604-500-7336. CUSTODIAN POSITION WCLS is accepting applications for a part-time Custodian for the new Point Roberts Library that is opening this summer. Requires HS diploma and 6+ months’ relevant experience. 3-4 hrs/wk, with extra hours for special cleaning projects. $14.74/hr. Apply by Wed. 6/6/2018. Visit the library or https://www.wcls.org/ work-with-us/ for more information. REEF TAVERN currently hiring for all positions: Kitchen, bar and waitstaff. Wages based on experience. Performance bonuses! Apply in person or by contacting Alli at 360-907-5982. WORKERS NEEDED Repairs, outside painting, landscaping. Wage depends on experience. 360945-2125.
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RECENT HOUSE & LOT PRICES
Blaine, Birch Bay & Point Roberts APRIL 2018
LOCATION
DESCRIPTION
Unit #7, Semiahmoo Shore Condos, 9423 Turnstone Ln, Blaine
$1,150,000
Condo with 3,053 SF, 4 BD, 4 BA, built in 2017, attached garage, waterfront; marine and territorial views.
Unit #9, Semiahmoo Shore Condos, 9419 Turnstone Ln, Blaine
$1,153,200
2-story house with 3,566 SF, 4 BD, 4 BA, 620 SF built-in garage, 285 SF patio, built in 2006, .33 acres land; territorial view.
8790 Goshawk Rd, Blaine
$769,500
920 Ruby St, Blaine
$699,000
2-story house with 3,294 SF, 5 BR, 5 BA, 546 SF built-in garage, 384 SF patio, built in 2017, 22 acres land; waterfront, marine view.
(Point Roberts, WA)
1-story house with 2,247 SF, 3 BR, 3 BA, 703 SF attached garage, 400 SF patio, built in 2012, .38 acres land; territorial view
9010 Snowy Owl Ln, Blaine
$649,500
for Meals on Wheels and More Point Roberts Senior Center, Gulf Road
Condo with 3,097 SF, 3 BD, 4 BA, built in 2017, 610 built-garage, 302 SF patio, waterfront; marine and territorial views.
Unit #2, Semiahmoo Shore Condos, 9433 Turnstone Ln, Blaine
$1,150,000
Reports to Food Service Manager. 16-20 hours per week, approx. 7 a.m.-3 p.m./2-days per week. This position is responsible for the production, serving and clean-up of 30-45+ Senior Meals 2 days a week at the Point Roberts Center.
1-story house with 2,140 SF, 3 BR, 2 BA, attached garage, built in 2017, .36 acres land.
5427 Wood Duck Lp, Blaine
$600,000
2-story house with 4,831 SF, 4 BR, 4 BA, built in 2007, 1,265 SF built-in garage, 9.93 acres land.
8440 Bridge Wy, Blaine
$836,500
Condo with 3,151 SF, 3 BR, BA, built in 2017, attached garage, waterfront; marine and territorial views.
Unit #10, Semiahmoo Shore Condos, 9417 Turnstone Ln, Blaine
$1,172,854
404 and 432 B St, Blaine
$410,000
Salish Rd, Blaine
$148,000
.22 acres residential lot.
Whitehorn Wy, Blaine
$165,000
8.33 acres commercial land.
8450 Portal Wy, Blaine
$345,000
Lot 39, The Cottages at Seabright Farm, 2149 Seabright Lp, Pt. Roberts
$310,000
Edwards Dr, Pt. Roberts
$115,000
9166 Belted Kingfisher Rd, Blaine
$130,000
4.81 acres wooded residential land.
Blaine Rd, Blaine
$198,000
2.00 acres residential land.
Blaine Rd, Blaine
$102,500
Lot 33, The Cottages at Seabright Farm, 2181 Seabright Lp, Pt. Roberts
$225,500
Meals on Wheels and More is a program of the Whatcom Council on Aging, a non-profit organization that supports the health, vitality and independence of seniors as they age. The Whatcom Council on Aging provides services and employment on a non-discriminatory basis, and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the American Disabilities Act of 1990.
LAND: 8 lots residential land. Residential lot.
Contact Ian for full job description and to submit resume: icassinos@wccoa.org.
Landscaping COMPLETE YARD maintenance. Get ready for summer! Lawn mowing. Pruning. Plant care & bed cleanup. Hedge/shrub trimming, Gutter cleaning. Pressure washing. Truck for hauling. 22 years exp. Senior discount. 360-945-1957
Painting ALL HUES PAINTING Interior and exterior painting, power washing, commercial and residential. wassuwilson@gmail.com or 360-945-1010. Lic. #ALLHUP*984M2.
Point Roberts
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Handyman HANDYMAN Wide range of Gulf repairs 1480 Rd.and carpentry. Fencing. Decks/Railings. Painting. Pressure washing. Hauling. Great references, great rates. 360-945-0521
1473 Gulf Rd. 1480 Gulf Rd. Units: 5x5 to 20x20 Heated Storage Office Space Parking Space
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UPPER END PROPERTIES: Condo with 3,035 SF, 4 BD, 4 BA, built in 2017, attached garage, waterfront; marine and territorial views.
.29 acres residential lot, waterfront; marine and territorial view. Residential lot .36 acres residential lot
.32 acres residential lot, waterfront; marine and territorial view.
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EXCEPTIONAL EXCEPTIONAL WATERFRONT EXCEPTIONAL
WATERFRONT HOMES
1413 Edwards $1,999,000 YOUR BEACHDr.HOUSE DREAM
AMAZING BEACH HOUSE 96’ low bank frontage facing South MLS#1113801 www.tourfactory.com/178009
RARE West facing cottage on half acre, LOW bank waterfront MLS# 1278750 www.TourFactory.com/1979610
PLUS Separate 2-Car Garage
SOLD!
! 611 Marine SOLDDrive $1,488,300
1308 Sunset Drive $328,800• No-bank owned beach AND
ING
PEND
• Soaring $719,988 36’ ceilings, open Private acres, Walking distance plan, 5chef’ s kitchen. to golf course, 2 lane Blvd entry. • Amazing views & SUNSETS! MLS#1291944 MLS# 1081018
BEACHFRONT LOT
MARINA ESTATES HOME!
$955,000
709 Marine Drive
AMAZING Waterfront Home PLUS Cottage BEACH HOUSE! CABINS • COTTAGES • CONDOS A RARE OFFER
Global Exposure • Local Expertise
SOLD!
1548 Ocean View
#8-1726 Edwards Dr.
$469,900
$79,900
Private Half Acre on Ross Road,
695 Freeman Lane Walking distance to Lily Point MLS#to1103325 beach. $989,500 Park and steps/trail
$468,388 $649,000
Stunning Marina Estates Home! Beautiful 4-BR, 3-BA built in 2004 with panoramic views from every room. Entertainer’s dream only steps from marina and community beach. MLS #1168948
The last beachfront lot in the Point - water, sewer and power at the street. Beach, views and sunsets plus easy access to marina and shops! MLS #956045
OCEANFRONT HOME! 1613 Edwards Drive Point Roberts
STUNNING VIEW ACREAGE!
$1,488,888
MLS#1293437
www.tourfactory.com/1758380
www.tourfactory.com/1732402
Ingrid Johnson Ingrid Johnson 206-391-0224 206-391-0224 ingridjohnson7@mac.com
$399,000
ingridjohnson7@mac.com ingridjohnson.johnlscott.com ingridjohnson.johnlscott.com
Commercial Investment Opportunities!
Ready to Build Waterfront Lot!
Beautifully landscaped 1.4 acre 1977 Province Rd. lot with mountain, city and ocean views! Level building site, installed septic, bathhouse - ready for your dream home and your horses! MLS #1293515
INVITING 1541 SF CONDO
Low-bank waterfront contemporary home! Beautiful 3-BD, 3-BA, 3983 SF contemporary, waterfront home! • 2700 SF of finished decks and swimming pool, no-maintenance front yard – right on beach. Remodeled by award winning Canadian architect Stefan Brunhoff. Short walk to PR Marina.. MLS# 1247560
AMAZING OCEANFRONT LOTS 293 Marine Dr.
$699,000
& 297 Marine Dr.
$725,000
Point Roberts
2+ Acres
2.5 Acres 1 Edwards Dr. $370,000 POINT ROBERTS
Over 2.5 Acres on Edwards Dr. by the marina. County allows for change of zoning to resort commercial, currently RR2. South-facing views of the Puget Sound plus private beach access. Water & power in street. Adjoining 2+ acres also available (MLS #1262826), totaling nearly 5 acres. Endless possibilities in booming Point Roberts. MLS #1266780.
ActonHartzell
1726 Edwards Dr. #10, Point Roberts
2 Edwards Dr. $345,000 POINT ROBERTS
Over 2 Acres on Edwards Dr. by the marina. County allows for change of zoning to resort commercial, currently RR2. South facing view of the Puget sound plus private beach access. Water and power are in the street. Adjoining 2.5 acres also available (MLS #1266780) totaling nearly 5 acres together. Endless possibilities in booming Point Roberts. MLS #1262826.
425-308-4751 Hartzell Homes
$289,500
2 BR, 2.5 BA townhome! Perfect 1,541 s.f. getaway that you’ve always dreamed of owning. Inviting interior design with attached garage. MLS #813017
Lot 8 Donegal Dr.
MLS #1291255
EASTSIDE WATERFRONT GEM 2275 Berry Lane • $1,495,000
................. $79,000
xxx S Beach Rd. MLS #1121356 ....... ............ $65,000 McKenzie Wy. MLS #1156848 ....... ............... $62,500 1959 Province Rd. MLS #1257376 ....... ......... $57,500 xx Highland Dr. MLS #1201233 ..................... $45,000 21 Columbia Vista MLS #1215463 .............$35,000
CHRIS HUGHES - 360-223-7601 cjlh@msn.com RE/MAX WHATCOM COUNTY, INC. 465 Tyee Dr. • Point Roberts, WA MICHAEL HUGHES - 360-223-7603 360-945-1313 800-723-1313
MLS #1117436 MLS #1117473
www.marketplacesothebysrealty.com
VACANT LAND LISTINGS Marine Dr. MLS #889997............................ $950,000 Marine Dr. MLS #890013............................ $900,000 Tyee Dr. MLS #1061695 .......... . REDUCED! $199,000 Marine Dr. MLS #965996............................ $159,000 7 Ocean View Ct. MLS #1288034....... .......... $119,000 Cedar Park Estates, Lot 2 MLS #1253371 .......$89,000 Claire Lane Lot 43 MLS #1253351 ....... ........ $80,000
100’+ of west-facing waterfront, unlimited views on 1.74 acres! Level lot; building site w/natural areas, gardens & privacy in area of estate homes. Short plat complete, 3-BR septic, water/power at street. Across from Point Roberts Golf Course.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Crabbing at your doorstep - stunning views of Mt. Baker! 4167 SF on full acre. Private Boundary Bay waterfront 4-BD, 3.5-BA custom Victorian. Stairs to beach. No expense spared – imported teak, ironwood and radiant heat throughout. Spacious patio area for entertaining. Beautiful kitchen opens to massive deck built for views. 45 mins to downtown Vancouver, 35 minutes to Vancouver Intl Airport.
Rentals - Apartment SUNNY 1 BDRM APT. All new solid wood floors, granite counters, glass tile, hi tech window. French doors open to patio, full bath, satinty drapes, new light fixtures, more! $675/mo. 360-860-1907. One year lease. WATERFRONT APARTMENTS - Oceanfront apartment suites available for short-term or longterm rent. Majestic southern view near Lighthouse Park. Call 360-945-RENT or visit Oceanviewpointroberts.com
Call 604-306-3574 to view.
Rentals - Vacation
Weekly, monthly or long-term leases 1459 Edwards Drive
Charming 2 Bedroom House Lovely interior with well-equipped kitchen, great living room with fireplace, gorgeous large sunny yard with Jacuzzi & sauna. Perfect for that special getaway or event!
Weekend, Weekly or Monthly Rates Starting at $99/night
360-945-2927
OceanViewPointRoberts.com
MAPLE BEACH WATERFRONT Enjoy a weekend or week, spacious two bed/two bath
living/dining, well equipped kitchen, enclosed porches and spacious deck all with views over Boundary Bay.
From $149 per night/ 2 night minimum more info at: www.maplebeachhouse.com email: carol@maplebeachhouse.com phone: 360-945-0650
360-945-RENT
Enchanting Cottages
Rentals - Residential
Your own private mini-villa. Border on Lily Point Park from $109/per night Monthly rates available
BEAUTIFUL PLACE for rent in sunny location near beach. Must love animals. Rent negotiable in exchange for care of a few farm animals. 360945-1957.
LilyPointParkLodges.com or 206-227-3186
SHORT WALK to the beach. 3-BR, 1-BA at Maple Beach. Modern interior with fireplace. Private yard. YOU’LL LOVE IT! 604-825-3110.
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JamesJames H. James H.Julius, Julius, H.Broker* Julius, Broker* CELEBRATING Designated Broker*
Notary Public
Maureen Stevens, Broker Notary Public * Successfully listing and selling
79 Tyee Drive Point Roberts, WA 98281
E/Mail: prr@pointroberts.com
Phone: 360/945-1115 Fax: 945-0804
Point Roberts real estate since 1968 and selling E-Mail: prprty@Whidbey.com * Successfully listing E-Mail: prprty@Whidbey.com www.pointrobertswashington.com • www.pointrobertswashington.com Point Roberts real estate sinceYEARS 1968
SELLING POINT ROBERTS
1339Road, Gulf Road, P.O.17 Box 17 Roberts, • Pt. Roberts, WA 98281 REAL ESTATE 360/945-5555 360-945-5555 • 1339• Gulf P.O.•Box • Pt. WA 98281 E-Mail: prprty@Whidbey.com www.pointrobertswashington.com BEACH PROPERTIES *SUCCESSFULLY LISTING & SELLING POINT ROBERTS REAL ESTATE SINCE 1968 • 1339 Gulf Road, P.O. Box 17 • Pt. Roberts, WA 98281 360/945-5555 *Member of NY State MLS Listing Service
“NOBODY KNOWS POINT ROBERTS LIKE POINT ROBERTS REALTY”
BEACH PROPERTIES
visit our website: www.pointroberts.com
UPDATED DAILY! View color photos, listings and complete information of all properties for sale.
FREEMAN BEACH 697 MARINE DR. 2 BR cottage at Freeman Beach. Beach rights. $219,900
247 BAYVIEW DR. 3BR, 2BA waterfront home facing Mt. Baker. Crabtown. $595,000
EDWARDS DRIVE WATERFRONT LOT. One of the few remaining waterfront properties with tidelands. FREEMAN BEACH View from Lummi Island to Active Pass. Water meter.
697 MARINE DR. 2 BR cottage at Freeman Beach. Beach rights. $219,900
PRIVATE SETTING & NEAR LILY POINT
1.77 ACRE VIEW LOT
One of the last large view lots on the South Slope. Site is cleared with 4 BR septic and water installed ready for that dream home.
Solid cabin with metal roof and partial foundation. Private & sunny site within 1000 feet of Lily Point park with beach and trails. Extra lot available. $139,500
2117 ROOSEVELT. Maple Beach 1920s cabin, 2 BR, wood-burning FP, 2 blocks to beach. $169,000
DONEGAL DRIVE. Mountain & Bay views. Short walk to Maple Beach. Septic installed for 3BR. $125,000
3BR cottage w/front and rear deck. Adjacent to Lily Point Park. $159,000
1275 BROUGHTON LANE 2BR, 3BA beautiful west side home. ! $199,000. Adjoining lot $35,000.
247 BAYVIEW DR. 3BR, 2BA waterfront home facing Mt. Baker. Crabtown. $595,000
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1845 JOHNSON. 75 x 200 lot. Furnished, private, excellent condition. $115,000
668 SOUTH BEACH RD. 2BR cottage plus 2 lots near beach. $200,000
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BURNS WAY LOT. Nice residential area. Priced to sell. Call.
2117 ROOSEVELT. Maple Beach 1920s cabin, 2 BR, wood-burning FP, 2 blocks to beach. $169,000 542 MCLAREN RD.
1275 BROUGHTON LANE 2BR, 3BA beautiful west side home. $199,000. Adjoining lot $35,000.
1845 JOHNSON. 75 x 200 lot. 668 SOUTH BEACH RD. 2BR cottage plus 2 lots near beach. Furnished, private, excellent $200,000 condition. $115,000 1877 WASHINGTON 676 CLAIRE LANE 3BR, 2BA backs onto Lily Point Park. $299,000
2 BR designer home. A must-see! Make an offer!
ED C ACREAGE: 6.39 ACRES, DESIRABLE EAST SIDE, SUBDIVIDABLE $299,000 DU REacreage 5 acres. Half is cleared. EDWARDS LOT 27. Clearwww.JuliusRealty.com water & island views. MCKENZIE WAY, NICE LOT
Reasonable price building lot you can develop with that cottage you’ve been wanting. This lot is nicely treed and located on a low traffic street.
$26,000
DON’T MISS THIS ONE!
Water, city and mountains views from this private well-kept 3 BR 1 ½ BA Pan Abode with outstanding gardens. This is a MUST SEE Property.
$359,000
If you’re serious about purchasing at the “Point” do yourself a favor and visit our office for a complete list of everything for sale in the area and also check out our website for general information, color photos, maps and full property search function.
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Beach access. Sewer. $199,000
Storage container & outbuilding on property. $220,000
Build your dream home or cottage on one of these Point Roberts lots!
Get results... List your home with us! ACREAGE: 6.39 ACRES, DESIRABLE EAST SIDE, SUBDIVIDABLE $299,000
542 MCLAREN RD. 3BR cottage w/front and rear deck. Adjacent to Lily Point Park. $159,000
COME TO THE POINT!
1721 BENSON RD. #113 3BR, 1.5 BA beautifully updated 1877 WASHINGTON 676 CLAIRE manufactured homeLANE in Gulf Aire Park. 3BR, 2BA backstoonto Lily forest. Point 2 BR designer home. A must-see! Adjacent 20 acre Park. $299,000 Make an offer! $49,900 for home only. Lot is available for purchase from developer.
See more listings at www.juliusrealty.com www.JuliusRealty.com
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www.pointroberts.us 371 W. Bluff Rd. $1,449,000 MLS# 1101438 Absolutely stunning custom Maurice Pez design on ocean looking due west! Extra wide waterfront lot w/views.
$1,449,000
MLS# 1101438
534 Tyee Drive $1,200,000 MLS# 1250304
24.97 EXTREMELY PRIVATE AND RARE OCEAN VIEW ACRES! 15 acres forest, 6 acres pasture, 4 acres cedar with 1,152 SF home surrounded by gardens and lawns. Dividable.
534 Tyee Drive $1,200,000 MLS# 860192
1453 Edwards Drive $1,077,000 MLS# 1250111 PERFECT SOUTH-FACING WATERFRONT HOME. Exquisite craftsmanship, totally remodeled with no expense spared.
253 Bayview Dr. $775,000 MLS# 1064406
1953 Holiday Lane $575,000 MLS# 1050258
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253 Bayview Dr. $699,000 MLS# 1064406
$899,000 MLS# 1108249 COMMERCIAL
1379 Gulf Rd. $525,000 MLS# 1034066
753 Walters IAL Lane ERC MLS# 918572 $509,000 M M
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699 Claire Lane $699,000 MLS# 1253339
340 Boundary Bay Rd. $448,000 MLS# 1057901
398 Marine Dr. $389,000 MLS# 883553
1379 Gulf Road $545,000 MLS# 1250606
118 Park Drive $299,000 MLS# 1261303
1657 Seymour Park $269,000 MLS# 1271147
632 Highland Dr. $325,000 EW MLS# 942924
550 South Beach Rd. $325,000 MLS# 814163
688 Deer Lane $275,000 MLS# 1090840
276 Shadyglen Ave. $279,000 MLS# 1075717
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1962 Wellington Rd. $259,000 MLS# 1291262
131 Park Dr. $224,900 MLS# 1270689
568 Calder $234,900 MLS# 1091965
495 Moose Trail $185,000 MLS# 1087917
1721 Benson Rd. #117 500 Moose (incl. Lot 6 & 7) $124,000 MLS# 823011 $159,000 MLS# 1125664
1721 Benson Rd. #104 $129,000 MLS# 1082569
500 Moose (incl. Lot 6 & 7) $124,000 MLS# 823011 cjlh@msn.com
CHRIS HUGHES - 360-223-7601 cjlh@msn.com CHRIS HUGHES HUGHES 360-223-7601 MICHAEL - 360-223-7603 OFFICE: 465 Tyee Dr. • Point Roberts, WA MICHAEL HUGHES
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SOUTH BEACH COTTAGE just minutes walk away to private beach access. Large deck with peek-a-boo view of the ocean. $219,000
Paul 604/968-4006
Carol 360/945-2967
Greg 604/690-1468
paulrusk@pointroberts.us
carolg@pointroberts.net
gheppner@pointroberts.net