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Mitt Romney whipped the large crowd at Highland Community Center into a frenzy during his speech March 2. NAT LEVY, Bellevue Reporter

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The Bellevue City Council on Monday moved forward with a plan to extend Northeast Fourth Street from 116th to 120th, but the project faces a near-certain challenge from Best Buy. The project will require the city to take more than 10,000 square feet from its property.

“Best Buy is willing to challenge this project in every forum we have to save the store,” said Jerry Lutz, attorney for Best Buy. Lutz has spoken at many meetings, asking the council to change its mind.

The council and city staff have spent the last few weeks examining the project, specifically discussing alternative designs that would create less harm to Best Buy. However, those options would require the rebuilding of numerous lost parking spaces.

The original plan is more than 60 percent designed, while the new alternative is only 5 percent complete.

Staff recommended moving forward with the original alternative, due to the time frame and funding. The council agreed to go with the original alternative, with little discussion.

“There’s serious potential that (the city) will be spending far more than they think, and it will be unnecessary expenses,” Lutz said.

One of Best Buy’s concerns is the city’s analysis of parking loss for its store. Lutz said Best Buy and neighboring Home Depot have a reciprocal parking agreement.

Customers going to one store are allowed to park at the other.

He added that the city should let Best Buy and Home Depot work out those problems, and the city should focus purely on building a good road.

At this point, the project is expected to cost $27.3 million, with an available budget of a little more than $31 million for the project. However, some of the funding remains questionable, as a $2.3 million grant would expire if not used by November, and more than $10 million of the project is to be paid for through the collection of impact fees - charges on property owners that benefit from the project - over the next few years.

“Those two together equal out approximately one-third of the funding to come in,” said Council Member Claudia Balducci, who expressed concern about paying for the project.

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Graffiti has been on the rise this year, with the city having to spend more than $500 a month so far for its removal from utility boxes.

The wraps at Wilburton were installed this month as part of a pilot project for the “Urban Boulevards” program, which improves neighborhood livability and character through attractive and memorable gateways and landscaping on key streets.

The wraps convey that Bellevue is a “City in a Park,” and their slick surface repels spray paint, making it easy to remove graffiti. If the Wilburton wraps, which each cost about $400 to install, prove popular and deter graffiti, the city may wrap more utility boxes, at key intersections in heavily traveled areas.

Bellevue looks to save money in animal control

The city is exploring whether it would be cheaper for Bellevue to have animal services provided through a subregional program with other Eastside cities. In that arrangement, Bellevue would provide field services for four cities and provide its own licensing. The four cities would contract with a private shelter.

Last year, 9,380 licenses were sold to Bellevue residents, most of whom pay the county $30 to license their pets.

The City Council will revisit the animal services issue in late March and possibly take action in late April.

Bellevue will look at its costs for animal control now that its contract with King County is due to expire.

Bellevue joined a regional animal services program administered by the county in July 2010, which replaced a county program that proved too costly without contributions from the cities. While the regional program is better, city officials say it still cost the county and 26 cities, including Bellevue, about $2.5 million last year.

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The city of Bellevue may have found a way to deter graffiti and camouflage those big, unsightly roadside utility boxes at the same time – decorative plastic wrap with artistic themes.

Three utility boxes in the Wilburton neighborhood, at the intersection of Lake Hills Connector and Southeast Eighth Street, have been wrapped.

The wraps, similar to the ones used for advertising on buses, feature watercolor paintings of flowers, ferns and leaves. The artwork donated by a city staffer, was transferred digitally to plastic sheeting.

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Downtown WW1 memorial close to getting makeover

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An aging memorial to honor three fallen World War I veterans is inching closer to receiving a much-needed upgrade.

While visually not the centerpiece of Bellevue Downtown Park, a small concrete block with a plaque and flanked by memorial trees has been a fixture of the area since 1926.

But over the decades it has fallen into disrepair.

Bob Shay, a Bellevue resident and former Navy photographer, has been working for more than a year to update and restore the monument. After pursuing multiple designs and countless meetings, Shay’s idea is likely to be approved at the next meeting

of the Bellevue Parks and Community Services Board, which will begin 6 p.m. March 13 at Bellevue City Hall.

“There’s a few details that need to be worked out, but basically we are good to go,” said Glen Kost, planning and development manager of Bellevue parks.

Shay said he will be responsible for funding the project.

Shay’s concept, which is the second one he has presented, involves a bronzed, folded American flag, draped over the monument. The flag will be topped by bronzed roses. Shay said he hasn’t decided some of the details - like whether or not the flag replica should be painted red, white and blue, or left bronze.

It will be surrounded by a circular cobble-

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A new Downtown Memorial could feature a cobblestone base, and a folded, bronzed flag. STEVIE VANBRONKHORST

stone base and likely include an interpretive sign that will tell the stories of the three men: Victor Freed, Victor Hanson and Oscar Johnson, all of whom died in World War I. Shay said he would like to have the new memorial open by July 4, but he has been told the timeline is too aggressive. A date of Nov. 11, the anniversary of the original dedication, is more of a possibility, he said.

The Eastside Heritage Center is helping Shay put the story together. Heather Trescases, executive director, said the goal is to make sure the original spirit of the memorial remains intact.

Serial bank robber pleads guilty to heists in Bellevue and Redmond

BY NAT LEVY Bellevue Reporter

A 23-year-old Kent man pleaded guilty Feb. 22 to four counts of first-degree robbery in relation to heists at several Key Bank branches in Bellevue and Redmond.

Jason Achurra is scheduled to be sentenced for the robberies, and a fifth charge of unlawful possession of a firearm, today.

Prosecutors are recommending

a prison term of more than 15 years, who was previously on probation for kidnapping and unlawful use of a firearm, according to court documents.

Achurra admitted to four bank robberies between Oct. 11 and Nov. 23, 2011 at Key Bank branches in the Factoria and Overlake neighborhoods.

As the string of robberies continued, investigators began to find clues to the suspect’s identity. A manager at the Fac-

toria branch had seen Achurra’s getaway car, and the description was confirmed following the Redmond robbery.

Twenty minutes after the Redmond robbery occurred, Achurra approached several Redmond officers to report a car prowl at a nearby apartment complex. Officers followed him back to his vehicle, and Achurra became skittish. The car matched the description of the getaway vehicle.

The owner of a gun shop later came forward, saying Achurra had work done on his AK-47 rifle. This gave officers enough evidence to arrest the man for unlawful possession of a firearm.

He was eventually tracked down to Ephrata, where he had traveled for the Thanksgiving holiday. Officers found cash, weapons and clothing that matched evidence from the robberies.

More than 5,000 residents of Eastgate and Tamara Hills are only a few weeks away from ending a years’ long quest to become part of the city of Bellevue.

The Bellevue City Council will make a final vote March 19 to begin providing city services to these residents beginning April 1.

“We are checking off boxes,” said Council Member Claudia Balducci. “This is a lengthy process with a lot of stops along the way.”

The latest box was checked off Monday night, when the council held a required public hearing to discuss the proposal. Only three people spoke, and they offered brief messages of support.

Bellevue attempted to annex the Eastgate area in 1990, but when it became apparent to residents there that they would be forced to pay off some of the city’s bond debt, they voted it down and Bellevue dropped the plan.

With the upcoming annexation , Bellevue will provide police, fire and other services to the neighborhoods, instead of King County.

Bellevue will lose approximately $1.2 million per year by providing services to these areas. But the City Council has applied for a sales tax exemption, in which the state kicks back some of its collected income to the city to deal with added expenses.

Annexation agreements with two other areas – Hilltop and Horizon View – are expected to be discussed this summer.

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Bellevue starting over, but not from scratch

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he Bellevue School Board’s failed attempt to interview and, hopefully, hire Susan Enfield doesn’t mean the effort was wasted. Far from it.

The board has gathered worthwhile information from the community that it can now use as it moves ahead with its superintendent search.

It was a long-shot to land Enfield, the interim superintendent of the Seattle School District who had expressed an interest in the Bellevue job. Time ran out on Bellevue when Enfield was offered – and accepted – the superintendent’s job in the Highline School District.

School Board members are in the process of interviewing two search firms and say they will see if a worthwhile candidate for superintendent can be found and interviewed by the end of the school year. That will be difficult given Bellevue’s late start at this effort.

Candidates, many of whom Bellevue would like to see, already are being interviewed at other school districts around the country.

Nevertheless, Bellevue remains a highly desirable school district and will have no problem attracting candidates. Thirteen already had applied for the open position. At worst, it just will take the district a bit longer to find a superintendent that fits its needs.

The extra time it takes will give the community that much more time to make its thoughts known. To its credit, the School Board has shown that this will be a priority regardless of who is interviewed, and eventually hired.

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For Rush Limbaugh for calling Georgetown law student Sandra Fluke a “slut” and a “prostitute” after she talked about the importance of having contraception services covered under government-required health insurance plans. Limbaugh later apologized saying, “I did not mean a personal attack on Ms. Fluke. … My choice of words was not the best, and in the attempt to be humorous, I created a national stir.” Really? We’re not sure he’s just mean, stupid – or both.

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For National Football League teams and coaches paying bounties to players for knocking opponents out of games.

An investigation by the NFL has targeted the New Orleans Saints, but players around the league say it happens elsewhere, too.

Tough play is one thing. We expect that in professional football. But trying to purposely hurt, maim or end a player’s career is something else. Penalties for this must be severe.

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For Republicans who flocked to precinct meeting spots Saturday to begin the process of picking delegates to that party’s national convention. The huge turnout across the Eastside and state is grassroots politics at its best.

– Craig Groshart, Bellevue Reporter

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Compassion helped healing The Washington State Patrol would like to thank all the wonderful people of Washington who showed their compassion and care following the tragic death Trooper Tony Radulescu.

When we in law enforcement lose one of our own, the outpouring of support from Washingtonians is a big factor in easing a very difficult time, and helping with the healing process that follows. We find real comfort in a community that cares, and I can assure you, so do the family and friends of the fallen officer.

So on behalf of all of us who work to protect our citizens, I want to express our gratitude for all of the support we have received from the communities, citizens, agencies, media and others. Thank you for the funds, food, time, and so much more. Your support helped all involved better grieve and honor Trooper Radulescu’s life.

Trooper Radulescu’s death is not only a loss to our agency and the state of Washington, but to law enforcement as a whole. We are always mindful of the price that is paid to safeguard our citizens. Trooper Radulescu will never be forgotten.

Thank you for your care and kindness.

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Recently, I had a conversation with an individual who was complaining about the state of politics in this nation. That is fine, if you vote.

Far too many people complain and complain yet don’t even bother to vote. If you have the ability to vote and simply choose not to utilize that then you forfeit your right to complain.

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Democrats’ values State Democratic chairman Dwight Pelz isn’t usually good for a laugh but here he has outdone himself. He says that Jay Inslee doesn’t have to worry about the big Democratic donors leaving because

Inslee represents their values and Republican Rob McKenna does not.

Now here’s the funny part: At the same time we learn that Inslee is going to attend a Manhattan fundraiser for him put on by – wait for it – Elliot Spitzer.

Spitzer you might recall is the former governor of New York who resigned in disgrace after being caught patronizing call girls.

So I guess, like Pelz says, Inslee doesn’t have to worry about the local Democratic donors. He has other donors who better reflect his values or lack thereof.

Denny Andrews, Bellevue

Go meatless in Lent Feb. 22 marked the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period preceding Easter when Christians would abstain from meat and dairy products in remembrance of Jesus’ 40 days of reflection before launching his ministry.

Devout Christians who still observe meatless Lent help reduce chronic diseases, environmental degradation and animal abuse. In the past four decades, dozens of medical reports have linked consumption of animal products with elevated risk of heart failure, stroke, cancer and other killer diseases. A 2007 U.N. report named meat production as the largest source of greenhouse gases and water pollution.

Undercover investigations have documented animals being raised for food under abject conditions of caging, crowding, deprivation, drugging, mutilation and manhandling.

Lent offers a superb opportunity to honor Jesus’ powerful message of compassion and love for all living beings. To stop subsidizing disease, devastation, and cruelty. To choose a wholesome nonviolent diet of vegetables, fruits, and grains and a vast array of meat and dairy alternatives. It’s a diet mandated in Genesis I-29 and observed in the Garden of Eden.

Entering “vegetarian lent” in your favorite search engine provides ample tips and recipes.

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Bellevue’s approach to LID unfair A state trooper’s sacrifice

Todd R. Woosley is a real estate consultant with his family’s commercial real estate firm. He co-owns one building that will lose half its parking, and another that will be partially demolished, by the Wilburton Connections road projects. He doubts these projects will improve these properties’ value.

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he first time I met a Washington State Patrol Trooper, I had reported a drunk driver on SR 520.

It was around midnight, and I was heading home from an internship at the Seattle P-I when I saw the woman’s car sway between lines wherever the road snaked. She was totally sloshed.

Less than a minute after calling dispatch, I saw the man in blue speed by my little red truck. Help arrived, and I gained this unexpected sense of pride.

I never met Trooper Celeste Gracey Tony Radulescu, whose life was snatched away two weeks ago, but he was the type of man who believed with each DUI arrest, he was saving a life. He wasn’t wrong.

As I waited behind the trooper’s Crown Vic, watching the driver in the Volvo sob in her guilt, my annoyance and anger turned to fear. She was driving a death machine 80 mph down a highway without the coherence to drive straight, much less stop. She could have killed me or some unlucky kid waiting at a red light.

Like all troopers, Radulescu saved lives we never knew were endangered. It should be to no one’s surprise that when our pro-

tectors are turned into murder victims, it strikes a bitter chord in the community.

The men who have gunned down several of our officers these past few years didn’t just murder good people, they attacked society.

They’ve declared war on a system that we’ve crafted to keep people accountable for their crimes.

Prosecutors hoped that by convicting those who helped Maurice Clemmons after he gunned down four police, others would learn to disown suspected murderers.

Clemmons never made it to trial, but his getaway driver earned 420 years in prison.

This effort wasn’t in vain, but as far as we now it didn’t do much in Radulescu’s case.

The Legislature did the right thing in passing the Blue Alert system this week.

Similar to the Amber Alert, it will help officers track down suspects in incidences where officers have been seriously injured or murdered.

The law had been tied up in legislation for a few years, but Radulescu’s sacrifice brought attention to the legislation. His memory is now immortalized with the law.

His son, Erick, put it well by reading a poem at his memorial.

It finished: “Do not stand in my grave and cry, I am not there – I did not die.”

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It is so unfair that property owners representing over 70 percent of a proposed assessment successfully protested the Wilburton LID last year, repealing a nearly $7 million tax.

However, the Bellevue City Council is again pursuing LID funding for these road projects, once again considering imposing an unfair tax on property owners. This tax would fund transportation projects to accommodate growth in downtown Bellevue and the Spring District development in the Bel-Red Corridor.

The city’s own data shows the existing properties would not generate additional traffic when the road projects are complete.

This clearly indicates these properties aren’t expected to gain more business from the projects, so won’t increase in value. In fact, the properties will lose parking and access, and experience worsening congestion.

These impacts make a property worth less, not more.

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Then, imagine Bellevue claims this road increases your home’s value (the home now missing half its yard and garage).

Since the city decreed your home is worth more, you have received a “special benefit” and are required to pay a significant new tax.

Sound far-fetched?

This couldn’t happen in Todd Woosley America! Our state and federal constitutions guarantee the right to just compensation for taking or damaging of private property by our government.

Surely our elected officials wouldn’t have the audacity to not only fail to justly compensate you for a road project taking your property, but also tax you for a project benefiting someone else?

Yet, this is what’s happening in Bellevue. The Northeast Fourth Street extension and 120th Avenue Northeast expansion will wipe out parking, landscaping and buildings along their routes. While these roads are needed for Bellevue’s future development, they don’t improve the value of existing properties that are in their way. It is unfair to charge these impacted properties a Local Improvement District (LID) to pay for roads that

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The new location, which will open this spring, will feature fresh varieties of handforged doughnuts, fresh roasted coffee and espresso unique to all Top Pot cafes. This cafe will take on a modern, streamlined feel

Ed Wen’s office features a wall made entirely of white board. Wen said he likes to illustrate his points during meetings through drawing diagrams. NAT LEVY, Bellevue Reporter

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BY NAT LEVY Bellevue Reporter

As schools continue to see decreasing budgets, their attention often turns to fundraising through bake sales and magazine drives. Now a local online startup has stepped in to help them do better.

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schools and nonprofits since September to create a modern, technological fundraising mechanism that doesn’t require pushing and prodding the potential donor.

Founded by colleagues – and parents – Ed Wen and Ahmad Aqqad, the company pairs customers with large national retailers

and incorporate a look found in early-era aluminum Airstream travel trailers.

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Jennifer Droppelman of D.A. Davidson & Co.’s Bellevue branch has been named senior financial consultant for the quality of her work and exceptional service to clients.

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“If you think about why you donate money, you only want to donate when you know you can make a difference and believe in the cause,” Wen said. “The more transparent it is, the more motivated it makes you to respond to the cause.”

At MyCommunityPlace, users are directed to a number of national retailers. When customers make a purchase, a percentage of the money is donated to one of several organizations chosen by the customer.

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“This is the only company in my career where I can say when the company is successful, the community is successful,” Wen said.

For much of his life, Wen has wanted to help the little guy. As a former employee of a large digital marketing firm, Wen enjoys the small business aspect. And, as a 20-year Bellevue resident, he has grown to root for local business.

MyCommunityPlace employs 14 people, spread throughout the area, with a couple in California. The company’s small office remains under construction.

Wen’s office is bare, with no

chairs, and only standing desks. One of the walls has been converted entirely into a whiteboard, with which Wen illustrates his points during meetings.

For schools and nonprofits, the service has already made a difference. Just a few weeks after the company’s launch, it sponsored the state Parent Teacher Association Convention. After a presentation, Wen met with representatives from Phantom Lake Elementary.

They enlisted the company to help raise $250 for a dinner theater auction fundraiser, said Annette Screws, vice president of fundraising for Phantom Lake PTA. The group was able to meet its goal in less than two months.

“MyCommunityPlace is so much easier and more profitable for our PTA than other redemption programs,” Screws said.

“Ease of use is so critical to our success and one of the many reasons we love MyCommunityPlace.”

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Bellevue’s O’Brien Auto Group, the largest auto dealer in the Pacific Northwest, announced that it has purchased Bob Bridge Toyota Scion of Renton.

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What: ‘It Shoulda Been You When: March 14-April 22 Where: 303 Front St. N, Issaquah.

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On stage, an actor and actress can appear perfectly in love during their duet or dance number. Yet, after the curtain goes down, they can’t stand each other’s guts.

This happens more often than you think.

That’s why Mara Solar and Timothy Wilson, who respectively play a bride and groom in Village Theatre’s newest original show, “It Shoulda Been You” were relieved when, on the first day of rehearsal, they had to kiss each other and, lo and behold – it wasn’t too painful.

“It was like, ‘Oh hey, I don’t know you, here I come,’” said Wilson, an actor returning to the professional stage with the Issaquah theater after several years of managing a clothing store in New York City.

Of course, the two actors are used to hugging, smooching and even crying on command whenever the script calls for it. But it certainly helps when you have develop a friendship with your costars, said Solar, who’s previously appeared in “Saving Aimee” at 5th Avenue Theatre before landing her first professional leading role, one of a handful of main characters, in “It Shoulda Been You.” Described as a “Mazel tov with a twist,” the musical depicts the story of a Jewish bride (portrayed by Solar) and a Catholic groom (portrayed by Wilson) on their wedding day – in addition to the antics of their wacky,

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When the bride’s ex-boyfriend crashes the party, the wedding starts to unravel. Plots are hatched, pacts are made, secrets are exposed – and the sister of the bride is left to turn a tangled mess into happily ever-after.

Based on a book, the musical was developed in the Village Original’s program before making its mainstay debut this year. Solar described the show as a sitcom for the stage.

While it includes musical theater’s singing, the big dance numbers have been left behind in place of characters that are funny, but have more depth than you might find in classic musical theatre, Solar said.

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“She still tells me when I need to pick her up and twirl her in one of our dance numbers,” Wilson said.

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At QFC, young people are a vital asset to our business. Our courtesy clerks play a key role in our stores: keeping our checkstands stocked and sparkling, greeting customers, helping them find items and, of course, taking their orders to their cars. A beginning job as a courtesy clerk has served as a springboard to a career as a store manager or company executive for untold numbers of our company leaders, past and present. We value the contributions of our youngest associates and know the potential they possess to lead productive lives as adults, and we are proud to sponsor two charities this month which are each working with care to bring out the potential in the youth they have chosen to serve.

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Questions abound for preps in spring A host of new coaches and departed stars leaves questions heading into the season

With the spring sports season underway at high schools around the state, the Reporter takes a look at five questions facing teams and individuals heading into 2012.

Can Newport reshuffle the deck on diamond?

The Knights leaned on aces Jared Fisher and Cole Wiper throughout last season on the mound, at the plate and in the infield. That duo led what was a deep and experienced senior class for the Knights that made it to the 4A state quarterfinals but both Wiper and Fisher have since departed for the Pac-12.

Billy Sahlinger and Aaron Sandefur give coach Hal DeBerry a pair of experienced arms and Nate Anderson is another returning starter that will step into an even larger role this season.

A proper send off for Bellevue softball?

For the past two seasons, Heather Tracy’s Wolverines have taken softball to a new level at Bellevue.

After making the 4A state tournament only once in school history in 1988 (with an 0-2 record), Tracy and a core group of seniors-to-be have gone 7-3 in 3A state tournament games in the past two seasons, including a third and fourth place finish.

But with last year’s 3A KingCo MVP Allison Rhodes returning to the same Juanita team that handed Bellevue a trio of defeats including a shutout in the state semi-finals, the Wolverines will need to find a solution for the Rebels before they can think about bringing home a state title trophy.

Lisa Bennett (center) was the lone senior on Bellevue’s semi-final squad. Pitcher Emily Fleischman and 2B Taylor Cooke return. FILE PHOTO

Who leads the pack in lacrosse?

On the boys side, Sammamish Lacrosse Club reached the title game in Division II before falling to Woodinville and Bellevue was bounced in the semi-finals a year after winning its first Division I state championship.

For the girls, Bellevue East took the Division II girls title for the first time in program history and returns a number of players that formed the nucleus of that championship squad.

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It was a boat from the host club in Bellevue with the most accurate prediction in the world’s largest annual log event Over 40 yachts from as far as Bremerton and valued at upwards of $3 million gathered at Bellevue’s Meydenbauer Yacht Club on Saturday for the organization’s 51st annual Boomerang Race.

“Race” is actually somewhat of a misnomer, as the competition measures the ability of the captains and navigators to predict the amount of time it will take their boat to complete a pre-charted course. Only

engine RMP and compass headings are used for navigating and all electronics such as GPS, radar, chart plotters or electric ranging devices are shut off.

“It takes it back to absolutely traditional navigation skills,” Meydenbauer Fleet Captain and contestant Jim Mitchell said. “It really is cool. It really helps you hone these basic skills that boaters should have.”

Mitchell and his wife Lisa have been members at Meydenbauer since 2007 and ran their boat “Penalty Box” for the fifth year at Boomerang.

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nce upon a time, Bannerwood Park was the center of the baseball universe on the Eastside.

The towering stadium seating behind home plate, the field level press box and of course, the immaculately kept natural grass infield provided a one-way trip to the closest thing (outside the Safeco Field walls) we have to baseball heaven.

But in an age where every high school has an on-campus ballpark, the old concrete marvel was left quiet during the spring months before the American Legion circuit started during the summer.

Not unlike Bannerwood, Seattle University also had a void to fill in the spring.

After clipping the baseball program Josh Suman in the mid-1980s and transitioning the entire athletic department to NAIA, the Redhawks were reborn on the diamond in 2010 under former University of Washington and Oregon State assistant coach Donny Harrel. But without a serviceable stadium that met NCAA guidelines anywhere in Seattle, Seattle U decided to look across the lake.

“It’s been a great relationship,” Bellevue Parks Department official John Wilson said. “We’ve had upgrades to the facility that have helped everyone.”

Many of the improvements Bannerwood has seen in recent years, including improved drainage and new lights, were already planned through the Parks Department before Seattle U took up residence. But other changes, such as the dugout renovations and relocation of the bullpens out of the field of play, were prompted primarily by the Redhawks.

Harrel has several Eastside natives and Bellevue College transfers on his squad and said many have played at Bannerwood throughout their youth and prep careers.

“It’s nice that the kids we’ve been able to sign who are from the area play a lot of games here,” Harrel said before his team’s series finale against St. Joseph’s. “They really feel like it’s their home park and that has been a great bonus for us.”

Just as the park and Redhawks mirrored one another in their need for a partner, they have continued to grow together in the years since.

Harrel’s group won only 11 games in its first year before doubling that total last season after gaining a stronger foothold in recruiting. The goal this season is 30 wins as the program prepares for full Division I eligibility in 2013 as a member of the WAC and can qualify for postseason play.

The next step is becoming a household name on the collegiate baseball scene and a regular in the NCAA tournament.

In the meantime, at least we get back our little slice of baseball heaven every spring.

For the love of the game is a Reporter column written by sports reporter Josh Suman. Call Josh at 425-453-5045.

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in 2012 with the move to Division I, where they will face the club from Bellevue High School, which has been the dominant program in the city on the boys side as lacrosse has grown.

“We obviously have a chip on our shoulder from having such a successful season last year to walking off the field without that championship,” SLC coach Tyler Farrar told Washington Lacrosse during a recent interview. “Losing the state final proved to be a huge motivating factor in the offseason.”

After a year that saw BELAX win a championship while the Bellevue girls squad struggled to only a handful of wins, there could be a changing of the guard on the horizon.

The course of the race this year ran from the yacht club around the west side of Mercer Island, continuing around the island before doubling back and toward Meydenbauer Bay. John Murphy of host Meydenbauer took home first place in the overall individual category on “Sturdy Gal” while Clint Chapin ended the event in second on “Sojourn” and Team Klett from Queen City Yacht Club was third on “Klettitat”.

In the team scoring, which included the average results from the top for from each club, Meydenbauer took home the title with an average error of .823 percent behind the scores of Murphy, Chapin, Bruce Cullen on “Caroline” and Bill Herman on “Summer Hours”.

Accuracy was measured for each leg of the race as well as the complete time predicted to complete the course.

The competition drew yachters from clubs around the state, including Bremerton Yacht Club’s Steve Brett, who like the Mitchells has been captaining his vessel since 2007.

“For some 75 years, Bremerton’s race was the largest in the world and Meydenbauer took that last year,” Brett said. “It’s a friendly competition between the clubs and it’s a lot of fun. These guys put on a helluva show.”

New coaches mean new results for Bellevue, Sammamish?

Bellevue did not make it out of the KingCo tournament in two seasons under now-departed head coach Jordan Nilsen after making the only three state tournament appearances in school history in 2006, 2007 and 2009.

The Wolverines brought in a big name to change the course in Pete Wilkinson, who has tutored countless prospects at his baseball academy in Lynnwood for decades.

At Sammamish, coach Tim Ahern left after three seasons to take a position coaching at Bellevue College and assistant Pete Orgill stepped in to fill the vacancy much to the delight of those around the program.

Orgill’s first task is to rebuild a team that upset Bellevue in the league tournament but also lost its three most polished players in Chris Strain, Aaron Lawrenson and Craig Sweet. Sophomore Joe Giachetti should help ease the transition after a strong freshman season on the mound.

Who leads on boys, girls tennis courts?

There is never a shortage of individuals from Bellevue schools on the tennis court come playoff time and 2011 was no exception.

Interlake picked up a 2A singles title behind the performance of then-sophomore Luat Le, who erased a late deficit in the semi-finals before avenging an earlier loss to Joe Kwiatkowski in the finals.

Le will be back to defend his title in 2012 and Bellevue’s Zach Kosanke will also return for another prep season after reaching the 3A state semi-finals in 2011.

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Organized by their neighborhood precincts, attendees stated their presidential preferences, discussed and voted on issues that included immigration, firearms rights, gay marriage and abortion, and then selected delegates for the county convention.

At Phantom Lake, the majority of people who packed the elementaryschool cafeteria were first-time caucus-goers, said Diane Tebelius, former chair of the Republican Party of Washington who helped facilitate the event.

It just shows how much voters here and across the nation are passionate about wanting new leadership in the White House, Tebelius said.

“I heard everyone say that they are going to embrace the nominee – whoever it may be,” Tebelius said. “Whoever that person is, I think he’ll be able to take Obama.”

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By Nat Levy Bellevue Reporter

On the eve of the state Republican caucuses, presidential candidate Mitt Romney last week told a raucous Bellevue crowd that it was time for a president that fights for small government, and more individual opportunities. The former Massachusetts governor centered his message on President Barack Obama, without mentioning his fellow Republican opponents in this year’s hard-fought primary.

He decried the president primarily on economic issues, such as job creation, tax rates and the national debt.

“This guy is out of ideas, and he’s out of excuses, that’s why in 2012, we’re going to get him out of office,” Romney told an enthusiastic crowd of supporters at the Highland Community Center on March 2.

The morning rally drew more than 2,000 people, with many of them unable to see Romney in his main speech.

He held a second speech to talk to these supporters, as well. Lines stretched for blocks before the doors open, with chants of the candidate’s first name breaking out repeatedly, and spontaneously.

Romney was joined by supporters Dino Rossi, talk show host Michael Medved, and U.S. Congresswoman Cathie McMorris Rodgers. The other speakers complimented Romney on his record, and posited that he was the only Republican candidate capable of winning the General Election.

“Through all the highs and lows of this campaign, and all the other candidates having their time in the sun and fading, this guy Mitt Romney stands tall today,” McMorris Rodgers said. “He is the last and final front-runner in this race.”

Romney touched on a number of points he discussed at a previous appearance at Microsoft, earlier this year. If elected, Romney said he would focus on building more international trade agreements to help boost sales of Washington products, such as software and airplanes. He promised to cut taxes, and put a hold on “Obama era regulations.” Romney said he would personally go through the list of thousands of government programs, one by one, and decide whether or not to keep them based on the question, “Is it worth borrowing from China to pay for it?”

Romney, who is at times overshadowed by more extreme candidates, kept his message about the November election, rather than the tight primary he is embroiled in. He further lambasted the president, for presenting unbalanced budgets, and trying to cut defense spending. He worried that Obama’s foreign policy was based more on playing nice than enforcing order.

“A strong America is the best ally peace has ever known,” he said.

The majority of the crowd were firm Romney supporters.

The odd Ron Paul sign could be found from time to time as well.

Frank Lloyd of Sammamish counts himself as a Newt Gingrich supporter. He believes Gingrich is “a solution guy,” but Lloyd wasn’t sure if he had a chance to win. So he and his wife, sporting a sign that reads “Washington needs Mitt” wanted to check out the potential GOP candidate.

“We just wanted to get an up close and personal look.”

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to support the remaining candidates: Mitt Romney, Ron Paul, Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich.

Among these GOP voters across the state were the 500 people in Bellevue’s 48th Legislative District who crowded Phantom Lake Elementary School to support Romney. Statewide, the former Massassachutes governor received 19,111 votes (37.6 percent).

Ron Paul was second with 12,549 votes (24.8 percent), followed by Rick Santorum with 12,089 votes (23.8 percent) and Newt Gingrich with 5,221 (10.3 percent ).

The district, which includes portions of Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland and Redmond, includes 176 neighborhood precincts.

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THANK YOU! More than $7 million was raised for our community at Meydenbauer Center in 2011. Thank you to the following organizations for allowing us to be a part of your Galas and Fundrasiers: Displaced Orphans

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The Children’s Garden School

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Bellevue Schools Foundation Detlef Schrempf Foundation KidsQuest Children’s Museum Boy Scouts of America

Children’s Institute for Learning Differences

Eastside Domestic Violence Program

Eastside Heritage Center

Stronger Families

Jewish Day School

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Kirkland Arts Center

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BC instructor wins national teaching award For a second straight year, a faculty member of Bellevue College’s interior design program has received national recognition for innovative teaching.

The Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) recently announced

that instructor Peter Benarcik has won a merit award in the 2011 Innovative Education Awards for the entry, “Literal/Actual: Folding – a vertical design studio dealing with the nature of the built environment – literally and actually.” The honor, which recognizes innova-

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tive teaching that advances excellence in interior design education, carries a $1,000 cash prize.

Just last year, another BC instructor, Mark Mappala, won first place in the competition for an entry titled “Pop-Up Studio,” which explored retail design problems with an actual pop-up installation.

The college’s interior design program has been preparing students for careers in the field for more than 30 years.

Eric Postle of Bellevue Rotary, presents a $3,000 grant to Lisa Yohalem, director of planning and development, HealthPoint.

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With the end of the 2011-12 school year looming, the school board met Tuesday night to discuss steps it will take in finding the next person to lead the district now that top candidate Susan Enfield has accepted a position in Burien.

The board decided it would be best to hire a search firm, just as it did with the superintendent search in 2008 that led to the hiring of Amalia Cudeiro. Each of the five school board members agreed to meet as soon as possible with representatives from two firms, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA), which the board used last time, and McPherson & Jacobson.

Representatives from each firm will give a presentation at a future school board meeting where they would go over their plan to find a new superintendent, including the timeline for the process. The board has not yet decided if it it’s realistic to find someone this year, or if it will need to wait until the following year.

Being only months away from summer vacation, many qualified candidates are in final interview stages in other districts.

Board member Christine Chew discussed the possibility of the shorter timeline, but adding a provision to identify a “failed search” if none of the candidates seem like the right fit. In that case, the search would be postponed to 2012-2013.

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After each representative has stated his or her case, the board would decide on one of the firms.

Board member Chris Marks said she favored HYA because it knows the community well, having come into the district and conducted research in 2008. It has chosen diverse candidates for the board to consider in the past, including two bilingual candidates, and it has representatives all over the country.

Chew, however, said things have changed since then, and that she was interested in “shaking things up,” and hopefully, reaching out to more diverse candidates.

Board member Steve McConnell, was also interested in McPherson, saying one of its employee used to live in Bellevue and knows the district well.

While the board had originally been looking at an accelerated process to hire Enfield, which included holding community input sessions and talking with teachers, parents and staff to update its list of desired characteristics in a candidate, board president Paul Mills said that work would still be put to use.

Originally created by HYA in 2008, then updated for the current search, Mills called the desired list of characteristics the “unicorn list.”

“I don’t know if there is any perfection like that out there, a candidiate who meets all of those criteria,” Mills said. “With that said, we’re going to do our absolute best.”

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Boys & Girls Clubs open new clubhouse in east Bellevue The Bellevue Boys & Girls Clubs has opened a clubhouse at Eastside Terrace, at 704 147th Place NE, in a 50-unit public housing garden community. The substantially renovated clubhouse features triple the original program space for Project Learn, the Club’s after-school program. The $900,000 clubhouse includes a state-of-the-art technology center supported

by Nintendo of America, a teaching kitchen and dedicated homework space for elementary and middle school students.

Part of the funding for the facility was included in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s budget thanks to the efforts of Sen. Patty Murray. In addition the project received funding from the Norcliff Foundation, McEachern Charitable Trust, as well as KCHA capital and operating funds.

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Stop sexual abuse in children What parents need to know One theme that has emerged from the Penn State sexual abuse scandal is the importance of adults taking responsibility for reporting suspicions about child abuse to the proper authorities. But many adults are unsure about what they see or where to report it.

So what do we do if we feel something is amiss?

Patti “Trust your gut,” Skelton-McGougan says Director of Youth and Family Counseling at Youth Eastside Services, Debbi Halela. “If something doesn’t feel right, or your child is exhibiting unusual behaviors, don’t ignore it.”

teach children refusal skills so they know it’s OK to say “no” to an adult if they feel uncomfortable. Teaching about stranger danger is important, but your child should also understand that abuse can happen with someone they know—in fact, only 7 percent of sexual abuse occurs with a stranger.

Encourage children to talk with a trusted adult if someone makes them feel uncomfortable, touches them in appropriately, or tries to coerce them.

Oftentimes children are more at ease talking to someone other than their parents, so experts recommend asking them to tell you three people they could talk to. Offer prompts if needed, such as, “What about your teacher or Aunt Suzy?” Tell them if the first adult didn’t seem to understand, talk to one of the other adults. Be sure not to minimize what your child—or any child—shares with you.

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To help your child avoid being a victim, be sure to talk about appropriate and inappropriate touching. And

Debbi says there are a variety of symptoms when a child has experienced sexual abuse. In general, if your child has significant changes in

behavior, a decline in typical functioning, or other signs of distress, consult a professional such as a counselor or your family physician. For a complete list of signs to watch for in children and teens, as well as warning signs in adult abusers, visit StopItNow.org.

How to report

Knowledge and awareness are the first weapons in the fight against sexual abuse. At YES we have counselors specially trained in helping children and their families identify and overcome the trauma of sexual abuse.

And in Washington state, we have a toll-free reporting number, 1-866363-4276. Remember you don’t need absolute proof to talk with someone about your suspicions. You may be offering one piece of a puzzle that helps avoid future tragedies, like the ones in recent news stories.

Patti Skelton-McGougan is executive director of Youth Eastside Services: www.youtheastsideservices.org or 425-747-4937.

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Lakeside Supermarket opened in 1939 at the southeast corner of Bellevue Way and NE Eighth St. It was the largest and most popular shopping center in Bellevue until the construction of Bellevue Square in 1946.

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Experts at seminar to discuss working with children, teens Four leading professors from University of Washington’s Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences will present new applications of the skills-based treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to build effectiveness of parents and those working with children and teens.

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RECESSION FEARS The term “long in the tooth” refers to the fact that gums tend to recede as we age.

When they do, “cementum” and “dentin” are left exposed. Cementum is a thin, paleyellow layer of calcified substance that covers the tooth root; dentin is the bone-like tissue that makes up the largest portion of the tooth. Exposure of these parts of the tooth to bacteria and acids renders the tooth root vulnerable to decay. Mandibular (lower jaw) molars are the most common location to find root caries (cavities), followed by mandibular premolars.

This is why more than 60% of people over age 65 have root caries (cavities), making it one of the most pervasive oral-health problems faced by older adults. Roughly onehalf of these lesions have not been filled, which leaves teeth vulnerable to further cavities and pulp death.

Have you ever noticed that the most picture perfect smiles have an almost flawless “gum line” like a beautiful frame surrounding the smile? Periodontal disease approaches silently. It may progress painlessly, producing few obvious signs. At NW FAMILY and SPORTS DENTISTRY, we believe oral health is key to overall health and well-being. We’re located in the Forest Office Park, Building F, at 14655 Bel-Red Road, Suite 101, in Bellevue near the Microsoft Main Campus where we offer complete dental care for the entire family. You can trust your dental health with our experience and knowledge. We care and want to keep you smiling. We welcome you to call 425.641.4111 for an appointment.

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Marsha Linehan, Ph.D is a Professor of Psychology and of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington and is also the Director of the Behavioral Research and Therapy Clinics. She will kick the Life Skills Parenting with an insight into real changes that DBT skills makes possible.

Liliana Lengua, Ph.D., Director of the UW Center for Child and Family Well-Being, child clinical psychologist

and professor of psychology at University of Washington, will talk about how to become a better parent by interweaving DBT skills with everyday parenting practices.

Laura Kastner, Ph.D., a clinical associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at theUniversity of Washington and a nationally renowned expert on teen behavior and development, will distill 50 years of research and theory into essential “parenting pearls” and discuss the building blocks of competent family functioning.

Tony DuBose, Psy.D., president of the Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle, PLLC, and theDirector of Training and Dissemination for Behavioral Tech, LLC, will show parents and professionals how it’s done, with a demonstration on teaching DBT skills to adolescents and their families.

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March 14 Genealogy Research Help: 1-3 p.m. Volunteers from the Eastside Genealogical Society can help you track the history of your family. Free. Bellevue Library, Room 6, 1111 110th Ave.,

Play & Paint: 2 p.m. Openended paint exploration.

First and third Wednesday.

KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Factoria Mall, 425637-8100.

Bloody Mary: 5:30 p.m.

Second Wednesday. Discussion of mystery genre’s gems. University Book Store, 990 102nd Ave. N.E., 425-462-4500.

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The Lorax & The Sneetches and Other Stories: 7-8 p.m. Ages 5 and older. Free – registration not required, but seating is limited. First come, first seated. Lake Hills Library, Meeting Room, 15590 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue.

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Rhetoracles Toastmaster Club: 6-7:30 p.m. Master Builders Association Building, 335 116th Ave. N.E., Bellevue.

Family Story Time: 1:302 p.m. All ages welcome.

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Get Crafty Saturdays: 1-3 p.m. Create a woven, cotton pot holder. $2 materials fee per child or free with admission. Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way N.E., 425-519-0770.

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Talk Time: 10 a.m.-noon.

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Northwest Perennial Alliance March Mania Plant Sale: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.

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Roses: 10:30 a.m.-noon.

Free workshop. Master Gardener’s Urban Demonstration Garden, 15500 SE 16th St., Bellevue.

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PUBLIC NOTICES The Honorable Douglass A. North Trial Date: 05/13/2013 In the Superior Court of the State of Washington in and for the County of King RANDAL K. GRAY AND DEETTA M. GRAY, a married couple, Plaintiffs, vs.

D.C. GRANGER, INC., a Washington Corporation, Defendant.

D.C. GRANGER, INC., a Washington Corporation vs.

Third-Party Plaintiff, ABC CONCRETE, INC., a Washington Corporation; ANDREY’S PLASTERING SYSTEMS, INC., a Washington Corporation; COLBOND, INC., a Delaware Corporation; MASTER ROOF, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company; NORTHWESTPLUMBING CONTRACTORS, INC., a Washington Corporation; TAYLOR MADE CONTRACTING & RESTORATION, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company; WINDSTAR CONSTRUCTION, INC., a Washington Corporation; and WASHINGTON INSULATION, INC., a Washington Corporation, Third-Party Defendants No. 11-2-40732-2 SEA AMENDED SUMMONS TO WINDSTAR CONSTRUCTION, INC. The State of Washington to: Third party defendant WINDSTAR CONSTRUCTION, INC. TO THE THIRD PARTY DEFENDANT WINDSTAR CONSTRUCTION, INC.: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled court by thirdparty plaintiff D.C. Granger, Inc. Third-party plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this summons.

In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the person signing this summons within 20 days after the service of this summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what has been asked for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered.

You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this summons. Within 14 days after you serve the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this summons and complaint will be void.

If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time.

THIS SUMMONS is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington.

Dated this 12th day of January, 2012. s/ Shilpa Bhatia Shilpa Bhatia, WSBA no. 28012 WILSON SMITH COCHRAN DICKERSON 901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1700 Seattle, WA 98164 Telephone: (206) 623-4100

Fax: (206) 623-9273 E-mail: bhatia@wscd.com Attorneys for Defendant and Third-Party Plaintiff D.C. Granger, Inc. Published in Bellevue Reporter on March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6, 13, 2012. #594531.

The Honorable Douglass A. North Trial Date: 05/13/2013 In the Superior Court of the State of Washington in and for the County of King RANDAL K. GRAY AND DEETTA M. GRAY, a married couple, Plaintiffs, vs.

D.C. GRANGER, INC., a Washington Corporation, Defendant.

D.C. GRANGER, INC., a Washington Corporation vs.

Third-Party Plaintiff, ABC CONCRETE, INC., a Washington Corporation; ANDREY’S PLASTERING SYSTEMS, INC., a Washington Corporation; COLBOND, INC., a Delaware Corporation; MASTER ROOF, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company; NORTHWESTPLUMBING CONTRACTORS, INC., a Washington Corporation; TAYLOR MADE CONTRACTING & RESTORATION, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company; WINDSTAR CONSTRUCTION, INC., a Washington Corporation; and WASHINGTON INSULATION, INC., a Washington Corporation, Third-Party Defendants No. 11-2-40732-2 SEA AMENDED SUMMONS TO ANDREY’S PLASTERING SYSTEMS, INC. The State of Washington to: Third party defendant ANDREY’S PLASTERING SYSTEMS, INC..

TO THE THIRD PARTY DEFENDANT ANDREY’S PLASTERING SYSTEMS, INC..: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled court by third-party plaintiff D.C. Granger, Inc. Third-party plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this summons.

In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the person signing this summons within 20 days after the service of this summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what has been asked for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered.

You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this summons. Within 14 days after you serve the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this summons and complaint will be void.

If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time.

THIS SUMMONS is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superi-

or Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington.

Dated this 12th day of January, 2012. s/ Shilpa Bhatia Shilpa Bhatia, WSBA no. 28012 WILSON SMITH COCHRAN DICKERSON 901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1700 Seattle, WA 98164 Telephone: (206) 623-4100 Fax: (206) 623-9273 E-mail: bhatia@wscd.com Attorneys for Defendant and Third-Party Plaintiff D.C. Granger, Inc. Published in Bellevue Reporter on March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6, 13, 2012. #594535.

Department of Natural Resources and Parks Solid Waste Division Issuance of Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS)

Date of Issue: March 8, 2012 Name of Proposal: Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station (Factoria RTS) Replacement Project Description of Proposal: The King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Solid Waste Division (KCSWD) is replacing the existing Factoria Transfer Station with a new solid waste processing, recycling, and transfer facility. The Factoria station is one of eight existing transfer stations owned and operated by KCSWD where solid waste is collected and transferred into large tractor-trailers for transport to the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill for disposal.

The existing facility was constructed in the 1960s and does not presently meet several service needs including room for collecting recyclable materials, minimum roof clearance needed by modern, larger garbage collection vehicles, and the ability to compact waste. The Final 2001 Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan along with the 2006 Solid Waste Transfer and Waste Management Plan demonstrated the need for a major overhaul of the County’s aging transfer system infrastructure. These plans were adopted by the King County Council, and affirmed the need to replace the Factoria station.

The new station will address currently unmet service needs, be built to meet current building and environmental standards, and will accommodate projected future growth in the region. The Factoria RTS will be built in four phases, with construction starting in 2014 and operation beginning in 2016. The new facility will include several key improvements: • An enclosed solid waste transfer building, with adequate roof clearance, that will minimize noise, dust, and odors.

• New recyclables collection and processing areas for items such as yard waste, clean wood, appliances, and scrap metal.

• More efficient household hazardous waste collection area with expanded handling and processing capabilities.

• A pre-load solid waste compactor, with space for a

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future second compactor, that will allow more garbage to be loaded into KCSWD’s container-chassis transfer vehicles.

• Sustainable building design features that will improve energy efficiency and result in lower life-cycle costs than a conventional building design.

Location of Proposal: The new facility will be built at the existing site and on adjoining property acquired for the project.

It will be located at 13800 Southeast 32nd Street, approximately one-quarter mile north of Interstate 90 and one-half mile east of Interstate 405 in King County, Washington. The existing facility is located in the light industrial area between Southeast 30th Street and Southeast 32nd Street in the City of Bellevue, Washington within Section 10, Township 24 North, and Range 5 East.

Project Impacts/Mitigation: After review of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) expanded Environmental Checklist (ECL), technical discipline reports, and other information prepared for this project, the following summarizes the project’s most important resource impacts and associated mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid, minimize, and compensate for negative impacts to the built and natural environments: • Air: The project will create greenhouse gas emissions during both construction and operation. As mitigation, the project will use biodiesel or ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuels for vehicles and equipment to reduce diesel exhaust emissions during operations. In addition, the project will include replanting all vegetation temporarily disturbed by construction activities with native vegetation within one year of growing season after construction is complete, and preserving or replanting trees that are removed during development as a means of maintaining carbon storage.

• Water Resources: - Wetlands: The project will result in permanent fill of 0.45 acre of Class III and Class IV wetlands and temporary impacts to 0.15 acre of Class III and Class IV wetlands. All temporarily impacted areas would be restored to pre-existing grades and re-vegetated with appropriate native trees and shrubs.

Mitigation for permanent impacts will be compensated for onsite and designed in accordance with the City of Bellevue regulations.

- Groundwater: The project will daylight and withdraw groundwater located on the site. The mitigation for impacting groundwater includes constructing a collection system to intercept the groundwater and convey it into an acceptable discharge point.

- Stormwater: Approximately 31 percent of the site would be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction. As mitigation, the project will construct stormwater treatment facilities to treat and infiltrate stormwater runoff from new and existing impervious surfaces.

• Animals: The project will result in the removal of a redtailed hawk nest. Mitigation will involve coordination with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), the United States

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Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the City of Bellevue on the appropriate methods and timing of the red-tailed hawk nest tree removal to avoid and minimize impacts.

• Aesthetics: To mitigate impacts to aesthetics, the facility will be designed to complement the visual character of the surrounding area.

The facility would be located within a topographic depression, which would reduce visibility from surrounding areas. There will be coordination with City of Bellevue Design Review staff on the proposed exterior materials, colors, and retaining wall fascia as the design progresses.

• Transportation: The project will impact traffic during construction and operation.

As mitigation, the project will (1) implement a construction traffic management plan to reduce constructionrelated traffic delays for the traveling public to the extent possible; (2) coordinate construction activities, detours, and potential delays with emergency services, schools, and public transit providers in the project area, including: Bellevue Police Department, Bellevue Fire Department, Bellevue School District, and King County Metro Transit Division; and (3) coordinate with adjacent businesses to identify alternative parking locations during construction.

Due to anticipated volume growth at the Factoria RTS, evaluation during operation may be required to assess the need for an additional inbound scale to minimize traffic queuing under future conditions.

Proponent and Lead Agency: King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks Solid Waste Division 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701, Seattle, WA 98104-3855 KCSWD is issuing this MDNS for the project on March 8, 2012.

The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment.

An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 43.21C.030 (2) (c). This decision was made after review of a completed SEPA expanded ECL, technical discipline reports, and other information on file with the lead agency.

This information is available to the public on request and may be viewed: • On the project website at http://your.kingcounty.gov /solidwaste/facilities/factoriareplacement-project.asp

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At the King County Solid Waste Division office: - 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701, Seattle, WA 98104 Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

- Copies of the ECL, MDNS and the project-related technical discipline reports are available for purchase from KCSWD on a compact disk (CD) for $5.00 per copy.

• At the following King County Library System libraries: - Bellevue Library 1111 110th Avenue NE Bellevue, WA 98004 - Lake Hills Library 15590 Lake Hills Boulevard Bellevue, WA 98007 - Mercer Island Library 4400 88th Avenue SE Mercer Island, WA 98040 - Newport Way Library 14250 SE Newport Way Bellevue, WA 98006 SEPA Responsible Official: Kevin Kiernan, P.E. Position/Title: Director, King County Solid Waste Division Address: King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Solid Waste Division, 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701, Seattle WA 98104-3855 (Signed February 24, 2012) Agency Contact Person: Dwin Ugwoaba, P.E., Project Manager King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Solid Waste Division, 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701, Seattle, WA 98104-3855 Dwin.Ugwoaba@kingcounty. gov; 206-296-4428, TTY Relay: 711 This MDNS is issued under the WAC 197-11-340 (2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for twenty-one (21) days from the date of issuance for the MDNS per WAC 197-11-502.

Written comments regarding this project must be received by the Agency Contact Person listed above by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday March 29, 2012.

If you have any questions, concerns, or require additional information, please contact the Agency Contact for the project listed above.

Written appeals of this threshold determination must be received by the SEPA Responsible Official at the above address by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday March 29, 2012 and must be accompanied by a $250 fee. The appeal must follow the procedure established in King County Public Rule PUT 7-4-1. The rule may be viewed at http://www.kingcounty.gov/operations/policies/rules/utilities/ put741pr.aspx Published in Bellevue Reporter on March 9, 2012. #594590.

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“Qualifying service” must transact from the Union Bank checking account beginning no later than the month after account opening and include: (a) an ongoing, monthly direct deposit of $100 or more, (b) three Union Bank online bill payments to three different payees per month, or (c) five debit card purchases or payments each month (excluding cash withdrawals, transfers, or ATM inquiries). The bonus will be deposited by 6/30/12 into the Union Bank personal checking account, which must be active and in good standing. Valid for new customers with funds not presently on deposit with Union Bank. (2) To qualify for the $25 bonus, maintain a Union Bank personal checking account (current checking account holders are eligible) and open a Union Bank Regular Savings account with a minimum opening deposit of $50 by 3/31/12, and grow your balance by at least $25 each month for three consecutive months beginning no later than the month after account opening. Your balance by 6/30/12 should therefore be at least $75 more than your opening balance. The bonus will be deposited by 7/31/12 into the Union Bank savings account; both the checking and savings account must be active and in good standing. To waive the $3.00 regular monthly service charge on your savings account, you must maintain a $300 minimum daily ledger balance or deposit $25 per month. Offers apply only for personal accounts opened at the Lakemont branch and is not valid with other offers. Limit one checking & savings offer per household. Bonuses may be subject to tax reporting; 1099 may be sent for tax purposes.

See our All About Personal Accounts & Services Disclosure and Agreement and Fee Schedule for account details.

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A marina in your backyard. Community at your front porch. Welcome to Newport Shores with its stellar amenities a 119 slip marina, regulation size pool with lifeguards and swim team, 3 tennis courts, and professionally managed clubhouse with awesome multi-generational events and activities. Remarkably located on the shores of Lake Washington, one stoplight from downtown Bellevue and 15 tollfree minutes from Seattle!

A collection of 343 homes of eclectic styles and yesteryear traditions, all on over one third acre.

Currently priced from $899,000 to $6,199,000, this exceptional enclave enjoys Sunday, every day of the week…

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$765,000

MLS #326495

A Brilliant Creation by Street of Dreams Builder, Schademan Homes.

Lakemont Court is a Memorable and Distinctive Enclave of Homes within the Cougar Mountain Community. This Extraordinary Residence was Meticulously Crafted in 2007 Including 4 Bedrooms, 3 ½ Bathrooms, a Main Floor Office/Den, Bonus Room on the Upper Floor and a Side Load 3 Car Garage. This Magnificent Home is Nestled on a Private Lane Leading to a Level Cul De Sac and is a Short Stroll to Award Winning Cougar Ridge Elementary.

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Clyde Hill

$1,947,000

MLS #322586

Located at the Cul-de-sac that ends 26th St sits this wonderful home with sweeping northwest views. Living room, dining room and kitchen are all joined by the open floor plan. This chef’s kitchen is completed with industrial stainless steel range, Viking refrigerator and open design. Upstairs, find your restful master suite with generous 5 piece bath. 3 additional bedroom are located upstairs as well as a main floor guest suite. Back yard patio has built in gas fire pit, BBQ and sweeping views of the Olympics.

Art Whittlesey

425-503-5397 Artw@windermere.com

206.399.4809 www.newportshoresliving.com

Matching exceptional people with great homes in communities they love, Sharalyn has been keeping Newport Shores, and other fine Eastside properties moving, one home at a time since 1992.

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BELLEVUE’S NEIGHBORHOOD AGENTS

Vuecrest

$1,845,000

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Frank Sinatra met Frank Lloyd Wright and the idea was born. An absolutely private shy half acre Hideaway, truly just steps away from the exciting Downtown Bellevue action. 4,000 sqft on one level, no steps, all oriented toward a completely enclosed court yard designed for year around outdoor living and entertainment. Few of the highlights: water wall in entry, piano bar beats Daniel’s or the Canlis, 2 private master suites, movie theatre/700 sqft. rec.-room, glass covered heated atrium, 5 baths and the list goes on...

Csaba Kiss

206-920-4989

www.MyGreatLifestyle.com

Bridle Trails

$998,000

MLS #307176

Creating Lifestyles presents...Stoneybrook in Bridle Trails. Welcome to a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the tranquility of a vineyard and horse acre. Tucked away off Stoneybrook’s private one-way street, this 5000 sq ft home sits on a beautiful 1.12 acres. The 6 bdrm home classic in design has all the amenities. Modern, oversized rooms, new gourmet kitchen, extended suite on main floor, sensibility suites upstairs, playroom, patios, lots of flexible large spaces & more...

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206-605-1927

www.BeckyGray.net

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Kirkland

Csaba Kiss 206-940-4989

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Becky Gray 206-605-1927

beckygray@windermere.com

Sheri Butler 425-260-0127

sheri@sheributler.com

$409,000

MLS #322085

This 1928 home has been lovingly restored to its natural charm. Step in and be captivated by the original wood paneled walls, detailed ceilings and quaint living room highlighted by the big wood-burning fireplace (it has been plumbed for gas!). New period specific- tile floors were installed in the mud room and bathroom. The bathroom is new; gas heat has been installed, as were new washer and dryer hook -ups in the basement. Speaking of the basement; it is unfinished, but the owners have made it livable and functional. It is ideal for the laundry room and storage. It is easy to imagine adding another room of living space. www.TooCuteInKirkland.com.

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425-260-0127

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