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Sheriff applies for grant to buy a new boat Sheriff Nou hopes the vessel would be a ‘shared asset’ with fire districts

by COLLEEN SMITH ARMSTRONG Editor/Publisher

Sheriff Rob Nou has a lofty goal.

He is applying for a Department of Homeland Security grant to purchase a $750,000 multimission, public safety boat to be utilized by county-wide agencies. Nou feels he has a compelling argument to win the nationwide grant because of San Juan County’s close proximity to the border.

“The boat would address the collective public safety needs of San Juan County,” he said. “It would be a water ambulance and have a water pump … my vision is for this to be a shared asset.”

Nou wants to work collaboratively with the fire districts and share the burden of ongoing maintenance and usage costs. He presented his idea to the Orcas Fire Board last week. While the commissioners gave conceptual support, they couldn’t give a concrete “yes” until numbers are on the table.

The sheriff ’s office owns three boats: the 32-foot aluminum Guardian, a 29-foot Boston Whaler that is stationed at the Orcas Ferry Landing dock and a 19-foot vessel on Lopez.

Nou says the Orcas boat underwent major repairs last summer and is “slowly sinking.”

The San Juan Island Fire District has a vessel but Nou said it’s generous to call it a fire boat.

“There is not a full functioning fire boat in this region,” Nou said.

The grant application deadline is early May

and recipients will be announced in late fall.

If the money is awarded to the sheriff ’s office, then comes the task of crafting a business model that includes annual contributions from each district based on percentage of use. That differs from the current set up, where Orcas Fire pays the sheriff each time it uses the Guardian for a call.

If an agreement is reached, then Nou would get rid of the Orcas boat, move the Guardian to Orcas, and keep the new boat stationed in Friday Harbor.

Currently, the Guardian serves as San Juan County’s go-to boat for a variety of purposes: search and rescue, patrolling and law enforcement, moving firefighters, prisoner transport, assisting with vessel fires and enforcing buffer zones between orca whales and personal watercraft.

Most importantly to Orcas Fire and Rescue, the Guardian is the last resort when Airlift Northwest and the Coast Guard says it’s too stormy to fly patients to the mainland. On average, Orcas Fire used the Guardian 12 times annually in the last three years.

“We rely on the sheriff ’s boat for transportation,” said Fire Chief Kevin O’Brien. “We’re all in this together. We live in a marine environment and we need to look at our marine capabilities.”

Nou presented his idea to a fire chiefs’ group meeting last month, where he says they voiced support.

When Gracie Grantham wants to run an errand, she can’t just step out her front door, hop in the car and go.

Living with cerebral palsy and rheumatoid arthritis means that Grantham can’t move like most people. While she lives entirely independently, her disability requires that she ride a scooter.

“This is the only thing I know about being alive,” Grantham said.

“I often wonder what it is like to run and move and get around with no problems.”

Grantham, with her service dog Jill in tow, spoke to a group of third through fifth graders at Salmonberry School last week.

The kids wanted to hear from Grantham after reading a letter she wrote in the Sounder’s March 21 edition. It outlined her struggles, particularly navigating Eastsound and interacting with business owners who aren’t sensitive to her disabilities.

“It is so great for kids to learn about this,” she said. “When you

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Orcas Island Fire Chief Kevin O’Brien.

For the Orcas Fire Board, a lot of questions remain: how much would it cost to the districts per year? If Orcas Fire uses the Guardian, would the district have to pay for that too?

“What if the inter-local negotiations break down after the grant is awarded?”

Commissioner Jim Coffin asked Nou. Commissioner Clyde Duke and Coffin both said it was difficult to give support when the “real numbers” aren’t available.

“I embrace the concept, but this is a whole different approach,” Duke said. “This is a larger commitment than we’ve had.”

Coffin predicted the final negotiations could get contentious.

“I am willing to support this, however, I don’t want to be the bad guy if when we look at the numbers, I say ‘holy moly, this doesn’t work.’”

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Golfers raise funds Island Donor gives atlases to kids Steward for the team awards

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The Orcas Island Golf team held a bake sale on Easter weekend. Pictured above is Graye Parnell (l) and William Coe. “Thanks for the community’s support,” says the team. “Please keep supporting us and the Booster Club by attending our 1st Annual Coach's Team Challenge on April 28.”

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Help the Stewardship Network recognize individuals, families, teachers and businesses that have made a significant impact on the conservation, preservation and protection of the San Juan Archipelago.

If you know someone who deserves this award, submit your nomination by April 27.

Nominations will be accepted in the following categories: Shoreline Stewardship, Farmland, Woodland, Village, Business, Individual, Youth and Educator. Previous years’ winners, nomination forms and award guidelines can be viewed on the Stewardship Network website at www. stewardshipsjc.org/.

Awards will be announced the week of May 21 and at the Sustainable San Juans Event at Lime Kiln State Park on San Juan Island on Sunday, May 27.

Nominations and/or questions can be submitted to Kathleen Foley at the San Juan Preservation Trust, 378-2461 or kathleenf@sjpt. org.

Marny Gaylord's 4th grade classroom at Orcas Elementary School was the recipient of a generous donation from an anonymous donor for a classroom set of atlases. Many projects have come out of this donation. “This year our class has received and sent postcards to classrooms in all 50 states,” Gaylord said. “Using these atlases, we've been able to pinpoint the origin of each postcard we’ve received and pairs of students have educated the rest of us about the climate, population and interesting land forms in that region. The children are instantly absorbed in their atlas investigations with great moans when we have to move on. We thank our generous donor for making a difference.”

Lopez School renews contract for superintendent

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The Board of Directors of the Lopez Island School District has approved the renewal of a contract for school year 2012-2013 for current Superintendent Bill Evans.

The board voted unanimously to renew the part-time contract for Evans, including deleting the current status of “interim” from the contract. The new contract will be effective from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013.

Evans is employed by the district under the rules and regulations governing retire-rehire administrators and thus the board must consider renewal of his contract annually. Evans will be employed for the maximum 867 hours per year, approximately 108 days, allowed under the retire-rehire rules. The district elected to reduce the superintendent position to half-time three years ago, in a cost-saving measure to reduce the impact of a reduction of state funding.

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Buck Park to change hands

by CALI BAGBY Staff reporter

Passing the buck has new meaning as the Orcas Island School Board continues to work on the transfer of Buck Park to the Orcas Island Parks and Recreation District.

The park, located just a couple of miles outside of Eastsound off of Mt. Baker Road, is a favorite spot for locals. It’s also home to the world-class Orcas Island Skateboard park, the Orcas Island School District ball fields, tennis courts and where the Orcas Island Parks and Recreation Saturday team hangs out.

Parks and Rec and the school board have been discussing the transfer since July 2011.

The process has been slowed down by the district focusing on issues like budget cuts and other extensive and expensive repairs needed for the school.

The transfer has also been slowed down by the state’s concern that the county’s road improvements on Mount Baker Road will take land away from Buck Park. Orcas School Superintendent Barbara Kline said that she is letting the state work that out with the county, and in the meantime the district has the approved paperwork from the state to lease the park to the rec district until a permanent transfer is possible.

“We are working on the documents for a permanent transfer,” Kline said. “It’s a step by step process.”

Martha Farish, who is on the parks and rec board, said this type of transfer is usually simple and commonly done between tax supported agencies, but in the case of Buck Park, which was donated in part by local citizens and matched with a development

grant through the state of Washington, the situation is more complicated School districts usually don’t get into the “park” business, but in this case they ended up with the maintenance and operations of Buck Park because, when finished in 1992, the state found there was no other logical, local tax supported agency available to run it.

“It wasn’t until 2009 when Orcas voters established OIPRD that we had a local agency, approved by the voters, for the express purpose of enhancing recreation ... and, arguably, maintaining public recreational assets for public use,” Farish said.

With the lease, parks and rec will be able to work on the most urgent repairs at the park. Farish doesn’t know yet what those are, but said the school district has not had extra money for the skateboard facility, fields or tennis courts for years.

“OIPRD will address any safety issues first, if there are any, and proceed with other repairs and maintenance issues based on professional assessments and recommendations and on a time line OIPRD can afford,” she said.

There will be public discussion and comment on all plans for the park.

“OIPRD seeks to manage Buck Park because the public and the park need and deserve continuous, reliable, upkeep and maintenance of this gift to Orcas Island,” Farish said. “It is a valuable public asset that has been in decline through no fault - there has been no money available to care for it.”

For more information about the lease and/ or transfer, attend the April 26 school board meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the school library.

Ranker hits a home run for Orcas Island Schools Senator Kevin Ranker secures $1 million for improvements to school Senator Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, has secured $1 million dollars in capital funds to be used for improvements to the Orcas Island public schools.

Working with the Orcas Island School District administration and school board, Ranker recognized there are essential repairs needed to the public school buildings.

“At a time when capital funds are increasingly scarce, I am particularly proud to secure $1,000,000 for the Orcas Island School District for critical repairs and upgrades that will increase longevity of our school buildings while making them more energy efficient and safer for our children,” Ranker said. “In the end, it was the community support for our schools through levies and private

donations that made the difference. It is always easier to secure state capital funds when the community is also doing their part. Thanks to the Orcas Island community for making it easier to do something good.”

Superintendent Barbara Kline is thrilled that OISD will be receiving this new funding.

“We need to make repairs to our schools, and this relieves us of having to ask our community for a million dollars for those renovations,” she said.

A majority of the funds will be used to replace the failing siding on the high school, as well as possibly making some repairs to the old gym and the Waldron School.

“This is fantastic news for the district,” Kline said.

“We appreciate the incredi-

ble support Senator Ranker gives to our schools, and to public education in general.”

In addition to the funding for Orcas Island schools, Senator Ranker also secured $42 million for other capital projects in the 40th district. This will create approximately 420 jobs in San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom Counties.

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Charter Review’s verdict: back to council of three

by Steve Werhly County reporter

The San Juan County C har te r Review Commission has decided to roll back the clock to the days when the county’s top elected officials were known as the board of county commissioners.

And to the days when three, not six, elected officials held the reins of county government and worked full time.

“We know there is opposition,” said Maureen See, vice-chairwoman of the CRC. “But the testimony before the commission has been overwhelmingly in favor of a three-person council.”

In addition, the commission intends to recommend a return to county-wide elections, in which candidates from three council districts would be elected by all the voters in the county.

“The original home rule charter had a three-member council, which I supported and voted for,” CRC Chairman Gordy Petersen said of Proposition 1, which created the basic Home Rule Charter and was approved in 2005 by nearly 63 percent of voters. “But I didn’t support the six-person smalldistrict amendment.”

That amendment to the “basic” charter, known as Proposition 2, passed with 55 percent of ballots cast in the same election.

Under the commissionproposed charter amendment, voters county-wide would elect a non-partisan county council from three districts, whose boundaries would correspond roughly to the three legislative districts which divided the county before Prop. 2 went into effect. Each council member would be a resident of their respective districts.

In support of a return to a three-person legislative body, which would also manage the county’s day-

to-day operations, Petersen argues that the six-person council is skirting the state’s Open Public Meetings Act by relying on three-person subcommittees to do the legwork on legislation that is later voted on by the full council.

“These subcommittees violate the spirit of the public meetings act, and probably the letter of the law as well, because they recommend action to the full council” he said. “Whatever our government does must be open to public scrutiny.”

Petersen, a former freeholder, the group that created the planks of the home rule charter, adds, “The six-person council was an experiment that didn’t work in 2005, so we should admit it was a bad idea and correct it. We need transparency and accountability from the council, and we’re seeing neither.”

Instead, what CRC members are seeing, according to Petersen and See, is a county government with declining morale, less efficiency, ineffective decision-making and increased spending.

Islanders are paying more for less service under the charter than they did under the local government’s previous structure, Petersen said.

“San Juan County has increased spending substantially over the last five years,” he said.

The CRC’s recommendations, if approved by voters in November, would usher

in a return to three fulltime elected officials with more authority to manage county government. They would have both executive and legislative responsibilities, delegating authority to a county administrator, whose position would also be reconstituted and renamed as a “county manager,” who would then manage the county’s various departments at the direction of the council.

“The manager’s authority would be delegated by the council, and not as it is now by the charter, making the council politically responsible for the manager’s actions or failure to act,” Petersen said.

The commission met Saturday on Orcas Island to finishing touches on its list of recommendations, which will be submitted to the prosecuting attorney for a legal review. Following a two-week hiatus, the CRC will meet again to review and possibly rethink or reword its recommendations based on input from the prosecutor.

In the meantime, the commission is developing an “outreach plan” to educate and inform voters about its proposed charter amendments.

“If voters are completely informed, the entire commission with one or two exceptions is confident these amendments will be approved,” See said.

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Walking a mile

S

eeing the world from another person’s point of view is one of life’s hardest tasks.

For those of us who do not live with a disability, we go about our day oblivious to some of the smallest things that can be the biggest challenges: door handles that are too high to reach from a wheelchair; slippery stones on a pathway; getting up a flight of stairs; taking a shower; getting dressed.

Local disability advocate Gracie Grantham has been educating the Orcas community about what it’s like living with cerebral palsy. In late March, she wrote a letter to the editor about her struggles getting around Eastsound and frequenting establishments with her service dog.

Last week she sat down with a group of Salmonberry School students to answer their questions. One of her greatest struggles is accessibility.

If you own a business, think about how someone in a wheelchair or with a walker would be able to get inside. Are there stairs? Is there a ramp? Is the door really heavy?

Take a moment to think about living with a disability. What if you were blind? Deaf? Paralyzed?

If you see an elderly or disabled person struggling, Grantham encourages you to ask if he/she needs help. More often than not, that person would love the assistance but may be too shy to speak up.

We hope Grantham’s story gives us all a lesson in Empathy 101. We know it did for some of our island children.

Public meetings Thursday, April 19 • OPALCO Board of Directors regularly scheduled meeting at The Islander Resort at 2864 Fisherman Bay Road, Lopez, 8:15 a.m.

Friday, April 20 • San Juan County Land Bank Commission, Craft Room, Mullis Community Senior

Center, 589 Nash Street, Friday Harbor, 8:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 25 • Sustainable Orcas Island, 5:30 p.m., public library).

Thursday, April 26 • Orcas Island School Board meeting, 5:30 p.m., school library.

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To the Editor: Shakespeare Fest was a huge success I wish to thank everyone who joined with the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce to put on Orcas Island’s “First Annual” Shakespeare Festival. More than 100 volunteers actively helped to put on a fun event that entertained many locals and also brought visitors to Orcas.

I especially want to thank the Seattle Shakespeare Company, which donated a performance of “Romeo and Juliet” for Orcas Island school students. And their Saturday evening performance of “Hamlet” truly was the highlight of the festival. Our community has a first class facility at Orcas Center, and it was great to see a full house there.

The Chamber’s Board of Directors has decided to proceed with a “Second Annual” Shakespeare Festival next spring. We appreciate the many words of encouragement, and the suggestions which have been offered for making it even better.

Michell Marshall President, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Thank you to the Chamber of Commerce for bringing the Seattle Shakespeare Company to Orcas Island. The students in middle and high schools enjoyed the company’s performance of Romeo and Juliet followed by a question and answer session with the actors. The students had some good questions about the life of an actor in such a company.

In addition, some students participated in a workshop with the actors on the morning of the performance and reported that it was a fine experience. The next evening some students, including those from AP English class, attended the company’s performance of Hamlet.

Shakespeare’s work continues to be a staple of English classes at high school. All of our students are familiar with Romeo and Juliet and most can quote various selections from Shakespeare’s work. To have the opportunity to experience these

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live performances in a real theater at the Orcas Center, is a great gift that is much appreciated.

On behalf of both students and staff, thank you.

Barbara Kline Superintendent/Principal

On behalf of the Farm to Cafeteria Program, I wish to shout out a great big thanks to the Orcas Horns for contributing the proceeds from the sale of ciders, meads, wines and waters to our program at their outstanding dance held at Odd Fellows Hall on March 31 during the Shakespeare Festival! A special thanks, to Ray’s General Store and Pharmacy for supplying the goods, and April Pollock for her tireless tending of the table. The Horns put on a tremendous show for four hours that was classy, crowded and crazy good!

Madie Murray Farm to Cafeteria

CD dedicated to Orcas I’m writing to tell you about our new album, entitled “The Orcas Sessions,” a 6-track unplugged EP recorded on Orcas in collaboration with Gene Nery.

Roland and I consider Orcas Island our home away from home, and loved being part of the community last spring and summer.

Releasing our debut album “Won’t Give Up” at the Outlook Inn with friends and family last June was just unforgettable. Being on Orcas means making music to us, in particular with our good friend Gene Nery, who truly completes us musically.

The idea to record “The Orcas Mailing/Street Address P.O. Box 758, 217 Main Street, Eastsound, WA 98245 Office (360) 376-4500 Classifieds (800) 388-2527 Fax (360) 376-4501

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Sessions” came about when Gene, Roland and I were rehearsing for a performance on the Green last summer, and we realized we just had to record some songs while we were together, since we only get to make music together once a year! We recorded the songs in Gene’s Studio Hideout, and Roland did some additional recording and the mixing and mastering in Stolk Music Studio when we got back to Holland. Gene and Roland have been sending additional tracks to each other over the internet the past few months to finish off the album.

Roland and Gene really did an amazing job making music together, despite being 7,000 miles away from each other! The result is a true transcontinental production, proving there are no boundaries when it comes to good music and lasting friendships!

“The Orcas Sessions” is dedicated to and inspired by the Orcas Island community, whom we so wish we could share this album with in person! We truly hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed making it.

Lizanne Hennessey and Roland Stolk Holland/Orcas

Earth Day parade soon Earth Day is almost here again, and for the 12th year in a row, there will be an Earth Day Parade on Sunday, April 22. We’ll assemble at school at noon, and then walk through the streets of Eastsound, showing our love and respect for our wonderful environment. We welcome the public to watch along

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LETTERS FROM 4 the streets, or better yet join us in the parade. So come on all you nature-lovers, birdwatchers, beachcombers, farmers, ranchers, fisher-folk, eco-freaks, animalfriends, botanists, biologists, ecologists and gardeners; join us in this celebration.

Costumes, floats, bands, electric vehicles, and pets are welcome, too.

Addie Newcombe President of Orcas High School Environmental Club Gregory Books Club Advisor

Thanks from a grateful food bank There has been concern that the Orcas Food Bank was in dire need of food items and funding, and the board would like to apologize for what appeared to be empty shelves.

In the course of a week or season, there are times when certain items are not abun-

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dant. Case in point: fresh produce is not as abundant from our island farms during the winter as they would be during the growing season in summer. There are also times when we stock up heavier when we know a heavy-use season is coming. When that season is over, the stock decreases accordingly and the shelves can appear sparse. Even on a Thursday evening at the end of the distribution week, things aren’t as full as they were on Monday until our next delivery comes from Northwest Harvest and other sources that fill them up again.

We wish to assure our generous and concerned community that all is well at the Food Bank, both financially and productively due to our regular and faithful donors. We are deeply proud, too, of the incredible volunteers that come week after week to make sure the doors are open and items are available for anyone needing food assistance, and equally appreciative of

Guest columns Council needs to look at the real problem

by PAUL VIERTHALER

FRIENDS keep attacking Clearly, the FRIENDS of the San Juans’ feathers are quite ruffled about the wave of citizen opposition to the ill-conceived CAO revisions proposed by Community Development and Planning. Their com-

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ity of the residents of the county have been excellent stewards of their lands; witness recent accolades about our pristine paradise. The people of the County, and the community groups that the Friends are so intent on reviling, want to see some evidence supporting the existence of a problem and a rational relationship between any such problem and the complex, expensive “cures” proposed to solve them.

The county has utterly failed to articulate problems with our existing CAO – we are told “there is no science,” and “there is no data,” but County staff – with the help of the Friends and the Department of Ecology – have drawn up numerous expensive plans to “solve” the “problems.” At the same time, county staff proudly acknowledge that they have performed no analysis of the economic impact of this complex new regulatory burden – no analysis whatsoever! Concerned citizens are told either “not to

Money smart children

by Rachel Newcombe Orcas library trustee

It is never too late or too early to begin teaching children about money.

Creatively exposing children to age appropriate concepts about money is how a financial education takes hold. I am sure there are many of us who heard our parents exclaim, “Money doesn’t grow on trees!” But what on earth does such an abstract cliché mean to a child? It certainly made no sense to me. However, my younger brother was curious about this phrase and spent many Saturdays in our local park hunting for money trees. I should mention this younger brother of mine is now a partner in an accounting firm in New

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Orcas Island Public Library is excited to include the island’s youth in Money Smart Week, a program that was developed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and promoted by the FED of Chicago. This program is now partnered with the American Library Association. The Orcas Island Public Library will be hosting Money Smart Week from April 23 to 28.

Children’s librarian Nita Couchman tells me: “On Saturday, April 21 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., there will be a special story time and craft activity around the theme of being ‘money smart’ for kids.”

There will also be events for adults. Some of the top-

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There will be presenters from Key Bank, Islanders Bank and the Washington State Department of Financial Intuitions. The programs will occur during the day and there will also be early evening seminars.

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There will be sign-up sheets at the library. We encourage you to check www.orcaslibrary.org for up to date information.

We thank Mary Pugh the library’s financial and accounting wizard for bringing Money Smart Week to the Orcas community.

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worry” or “the county has no choice.” Happily, the people of the county are beginning to realize that there is plenty to worry about, and that we do, indeed, have choices.

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paved roads and more cars on the roads.

The roads are one area where pollution happens every day. On a rainy day you can see the oil sheen all over the road surface.

Oil, gas, antifreeze, etc., run off our roads every time it rains, and the runoff goes into our ditches, wetlands, streams and right out onto our beaches. Our county and the state recognize this problem. The critical area that we need to focus on is our road runoff problem.

Our council needs to look at the facts and worry about the worst problem first, which is run off from our roads. There is no science to date that tells us the people of the San Juans are polluting their properties. But there is evidence that road runoff is polluting our wetlands and other critical areas.

So if we aren’t polluting our properties, which I believe 99.9 percent of us are not, then why are the county council and the state hell bent on taking our property rights away from us? Could this be a way to control our every move or slow down growth in the San Juan Islands? Are special interest groups helping our county out because they see the pollution or do they just want to stop people from building new homes?

The council should tell the state that they have found, based on the best available science, that our current codes and growth management plan are working great. The county’s own website shows us the road pollution. One solution to protect our critical areas would be to implement a plan to add more filtration and storm water systems alongside our roads. Let’s make decisions based on science and facts, and quit making problems that don’t exist.

plaints, first focused on nasty outside agitators, are now directed at grass-roots, local island groups (the Common Sense Alliance, the Orcas Eagle Forum, the Lopez Birds, and the San Juan Citizens Alliance for Property Rights) with widely varying missions, but one common concern: how to balance protection of our island environment with the rights and interests of their neighbors.

None of these groups has claimed a right to do “anything they want” with their property. They simply want to see valid reasons articulated for any increase in the regulation of their property and in the costs of County government, including (1) the extensive additional staff that will be needed to implement the proposed regulations; (2) the enormous projected cost of litigation about the ill-conceived new rules; and (3) decreased revenues from wholesale loss of property values.

The overwhelming major-

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I’ve been visiting the San Juans since 1956, and moved to Orcas permanently in 1976. I started in the excavation business in 1978 and I’m still working on it today.

So as you can imagine, I have seen a lot of changes over the years. I have worked on all the islands and have been on almost every piece of property on Orcas.

In the 1970s, if we were clearing a house site or building new roads we would select everything and knock down the rest, a practice I’m glad we don’t do anymore. Today’s excavation world is a lot different. Nothing outside of the build zone is touched, moss on the rocks is left intact, trees, if removed are done so with great care so as not to disturb the natural environment.

Here’s the kicker: we changed the way we work because property owners insist on maintaining the island’s natural beauty.

They want to make sure they are preserving our islands while building their dream home. From what I’ve seen, the people who live in San Juan County don’t pollute their land.

There are more homes here now than there were 30 years ago, which means more

everyone in our community who supports and cares about the Food Bank.

Please feel free to contact us at 376-4445 or orcasislandfoodbank@centurylink.net if you have any questions. Also visit our web site at orcasislandfoodbank.org that gives information about our hours as well as ways to give your time or donations to the Food Bank.

Larry Shaw, Joyce Shaw, Yvonne Ashenhurst, Beverly Johanson, Jeannie Doty, Sharon Million, Madie Murray and George Post Orcas Food Bank Board

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Spring auction to benefit Montessori

Orcas Montessori School’s annual Spring Auction and Wine Tasting fundraiser at 6 p.m. is on Saturday, April 28 at the Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall. There will be live music performed by Gene Nery, wine paired with appetizers from local restaurants, and auctioneer Joe Gaydos showcasing diverse items. Tickets are $25 for food, music and auction plus an additional $10 for wine tasting. Tickets are at Darvill’s Bookstore, www.orcasmontessori.org/auctiontickets, or 376-5350. For those unable to attend, there is an online auction at http://orcasmontessori.org/auction/.

GRACiE FROM 1 grow up, you can make a difference.”

Grantham lives alone, but is assisted by Jill, a Brussels Griffon, who can help her out of clothing and barks to alert the neighbors when she falls down. Twice a week her parents, who also live on Orcas, help Grantham run errands.

“For the most part, people are all very helpful here,” she said. “But sometimes I have to remind someone that I need assistance.”

Grantham was born with cerebral palsy, but she was able to walk on her own until her mid-20s. She participated in the Special Olympics, where she ran the 100-meter race. At age 25, Grantham was struck by a car, which further debilitated her. She later developed arthritis.

Grantham went to high

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Gracie Grantham (far right) with Salmonberry kids and director Paul Freedman. school in New York and did advocacy work in Denver, Colo. and Washington, D.C.

SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MANDATORY BOATER SAFETY EDUCATION IS REQUIRED BY LAW

Since January 1, 2008 boaters 12 years and over in Washington State have been required to take or have taken a National Association of State Boating Law Administrator (NASBLA) and Washington State approved boating education course to operate any size boat with a motor over 15 horse power. As of January 1, 2012 this requirement applies to persons 40 years of age and younger. If you are in this age group you are required by law to attend an approved class to qualify for your Boater’s Education Card.

Upon successful completion of this accredited course you will receive a certificate and application form to send to Washington State Parks along with a $10.00 application fee to receive your lifetime (non-expiring) Boater’s Education Card.

“ADVENTURES IN BOATING WASHINGTON” is the NASBLA approved boating course being offered by the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Unit. The approved course covers the general aspects of boating, Washington State law and boating safety. Topics include recommended/ required boating equipment, navigation, boat operations, emergency preparedness, trip planning, the marine environment, personal watercraft, and much more.

Class is approximately 8 hours long.

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Pre registration is required.

Next Class being held on: Saturday April 28, 2012 from 9:00 am to 5:00pm.

The Orcas Island Fire Station • 45 Lavender Lane, Eastsound, WA The class is free and includes materials.

Contact Deputy Herb Crowe at (360)378-4151 or by email herbc@co.san-juan.wa.us to register.

Class size is limited to 20 persons.

She hopes more schools will get involved – the way Salmonberry has – in learning about disabilities.

To read her blog, go to http://www.facebook.com/ HANDIESTCHICK. Prior to Grantham’s visit, students explored the many sides of living with a physical disability. Their first stop was the Orcas Senior Center, where Barbara Trunkey provided a lesson on the types of challenges faced by members of the Orcas Island community. The students tried out canes, crutches, walkers and wheelchairs. The next day, they mailed letters, used the public restrooms and returned library books with an assigned “handicap” and utilizing the various equipment.

The kids gained insights that they plan to share with the chamber of commerce and Eastsound Planning

Review Committee.

“That stretch between The Kitchen and The Homegrown Market where there’s no sidewalk and cars park right on the shoulder – there’s just no way to get through there in a wheelchair,” said Solana ZobristMehl, age 11.

The students also noticed that doors were a challenge: some were very heavy and others had handles that were too high to reach from a wheelchair.

“It’s much easier when businesses put in powerassist doors,” said Charlie Brady, age nine.

Paul Freedman, program director of Salmonberry, says the kids learned a great deal from the experience.

“To literally walk a mile in someone’s shoes is such a powerful way to develop compassion,” he said.

ORCAS ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING APRIL 26,2012 This hearing is for the public to comment with regard to the transfer of the Orcas Island School District's Buck Park to the Orcas Island Parks and Recreation District. The hearing will convene during the April 26, 2012 regular monthly meeting of the Orcas Island School Board. The meeting will begin at 5:30pm in the School Library.

Wednesday, April 18, 2012 • The Islands’ Sounder

Obituaries Opal Marie Bishop Ferguson Opal Ferguson passed away on the first day of spring, March 20, 2012. She would have celebrated her 90th birthday this year on Dec. 19.

Not unlike Will Rogers, Opal never met a stranger or a man or woman she didn't like. Most her life she spent helping family and friends.

She was one of seven children belonging to Eva and Jessie Bishop. Opal grew up in Ashland, Ky. during the Depression. She dropped out of school to help her mother pay the bills, as did several of her siblings. But as she always liked to say, “We didn't know any better.

We kids had a great time playing when we weren't working.”

One of her favorite stories was about Christmas. The Bishop family didn't have much but they wanted to share with a family less fortunate. So they made up a gift basket for another fam-

Daniel Henry Gilmore October 22, 1985 – April 5, 2012 “And then suddenly ... he is gone. In shock and sorrow, we say goodbye to one great guy.”

Daniel Henry Gilmore,

ily and left it on their front porch. To their surprise, when the Bishops returned home they found a huge gift basket on their front porch.

At the age of 18, Opal met Bernard “Fergie” Ferguson.

Fergie was a musician and singer. They were married on Dec. 7, 1939. Several years later they moved to Cleveland, Ohio. Because of a physical disability, Fergie could not join the military.

He started working for the Union Pacific Railroad.

Opal found a job at Higbee's Department Store – meeting folks was a pleasure for her.

Many family members moved from Kentucky to

26, of Vancouver, Wash., left us on April 5, 2012. He was born in Yakima, Wash. to Bradley Gilmore and Rebecca Martin Knight. He lived in Ballard, Orcas Island and Vancouver, Wash., graduating from Mountain View High School in 2004.

Dan made friends easily,

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Ohio to join the Fergusons.

During the war years, Opal and three of her sisters – Edith, Ethel and Kathleen – put in long hours at the Cleveland Bomber Plant.

The four sisters were featured in the Cleveland Plain Dealer newspaper as “Rosie the Riveters.” Her brother Curtis joined the Navy but her brother Ronald and sister Sarah Frances were too young to help in the war effort.

In 1945, Opal and Fergie welcomed their first child, Diane. Soon after, they moved to Berea, Ohio and bought their first home.

Opal ran a daycare center at the house and Fergie picked up extra hours by driving a cab and bar-tending. Their goal was to buy their own delicatessen.

Being hard workers, this dream became a reality.

Living over their deli was a delight for their daughter, Diane. Their second daughter, named Cynthia Anne, was born on July 7, 1959.

Opal and Fergie owned a total of four delis over the course of their careers, working from 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week.

Diane attended Ohio University and afterwards moved to southern California. A few years later, Fergie, Opal and Cindy followed her. While living there, Opal managed large apartment houses. Fergie worked at Albertsons grocery stores. In 1978, Diane married Michael Skaar.

In 1981, Diane presented Opal and Fergie with their first grandchild, Stephanie Theresa.

The Skaars moved to Issaquah, Wash. in 1985. Not long after, Opal and Fergie also moved to Issaquah.

Cindy married in California to Tom Armstrong. She had a daughter, Amy Marie, and a son, Evan. The Armstrong family moved to Issaquah, as well.

Tragically, in 1991, Cindy was killed in a car accident.

Fergie died at age 80 in 1996.

Mike and Diane Skaar had been to the San Juan Islands twice as tourists.

They moved to Orcas in 2000. Opal followed, taking up residence at the Longhouse in Eastsound for five years. She was amazed at the beauty on Orcas and

had a big heart and a great big laugh. Everyone called him “happy.”

He leaves behind his parents; brother, Nick Gilmore; step-brothers, Max Walker and Adam Walker; step-sister, Ashley Walker; recently arrived niece, Peyton; nephew, Lucas; step-mom, Nancy Walker; and best friends, Dave Neely, Mike Drew and Zack Halcumb.

May we all stay strong and as Danny always said as he was leaving “See ya before ya know it.”

We will be getting together soon to remember Dan. Please check in at dangilmorelifecelebration@ gmail.com.

Please sign his guest

book at: www.columbian. com/obits.

Submitted by Daniel Gilmore’s family.

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loved living on the island.

In 2009, Opal went to live in the San Juan Convalescence Center in Friday Harbor. She enjoyed the many activities they offered.

During her life, Opal volunteered at food banks. She said it was a lot like the good old days of owning a deli. Opal loved music, dancing and gardening and took many road trips with her sister Edith. She also visited France, Spain, England and Israel. Opal loved taking care of kids, including her own grandchildren and

pleased to help where help was needed.

Up to the end, Opal loved food, especially cheeseburgers and chocolate cake. She will be missed by family, friends, nieces, nephews, her sister Kathleen and sister-in-law Monnie Bishop.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 28 at 2 p.m. in the fireside room of Orcas Community Church. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Jude's, Opal's favorite charity.

Submitted by Diane Skaar.

Evelyn Patten Evelyn Patten, 1932-2012, died peacefully on March 29, 2012 in Canberra Hospital surrounded by her family.

She was deeply loved and is dearly missed.

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Candidate filing week approaches Candidate filing week will arrive three weeks earlier in 2012 than last year due to a change in state law.

County offices open for filing this year are Superior Court Judge and County Council District 1 (San Juan South), District 3 (Friday Harbor), and District 4 (Orcas West). To be on the ballot, each candidate must file a declaration of candidacy and pay a filing fee between May 14 and May 18.

The council elections will take place against the uncertain backdrop of the upcoming November 2012 vote on the Charter Review Commission’s recommendations.

One of the CRC’s recommendations would return the County Council to three “whole-island” districts, similar to the old Commissioner districts. The six current districts are designed to be of “nearly equal population.” If the CRC’s proposals fail to win voter approval, the newly elected council members will serve full four year terms on the county’s six-member council. If voters approve the CRC’s recommendations, the current council would be abolished just five months after the newly elected council members are sworn in. In that case, elections for the new three-member council would be held in February 2013 with run-off elections in April. The winners would take office on May 7, when the April election results are certified.

For now, plans continue for the election of the three open council positions this fall as they are currently construed in the charter.

The San Juan County Elections Office will accept online candidate filing from 9 a.m. on Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18 at 4 p.m. In-person filings will be accepted Monday, May 14 at 8 a.m. through Friday, May 18 at 4:30 p.m. Mail-in filings may be received no earlier than Monday, April 30, and no later than Friday, May 18.

Candidates are encouraged to file online. Candidates who file online will receive not only confirmation of their filing, but also updates when other candidates file for that office. Candidates may file online using either their personal computers or a computer set up in the Elections Office.

To file online, go to www.sanjuanco.com/elections and click “Candidate Filing.”

If filing by mail, send forms to San Juan County Auditor, Elections Office, P.O. Box 638, Friday Harbor, WA 98250.

In-person filings forms should be taken to the Elections Office, 55 2nd Street, Friday Harbor.

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New county solid waste arrangement moves forward

by Steve Wehrly County reporter

The level of service ordinance passed by the San Juan County Council in early April is another step in the process of privatizing solid waste disposal service following voter rejection of the council’s Plan A ballot proposal in November.

“Plan A,” which expected to raise about $1 million a year over a 15-year life span, was intended to help keep the cash-strapped solid waste operation afloat and fund improvements at the three county-run transfer stations. Property owners would have born the brunt of that measure, however, supplementing tipping fees, the price one pays to dispose of garbage, through an annual “user charge” of $100 or more, which applied to each parcel of “developed” land.

Since the election, the county has started rolling out its backup plan, aka Plan B, which removes trash collection from the hands of the public works department, setting the stage for the county franchise hauler to expand curb-side collection of garbage, and perhaps recycling, and allows any of the three transfer stations to be leased by a private enterprise, or public entity, that wants to take a shot of its own at collecting and disposing of trash.

Still unaddressed are selfhaul and recycling/reuse services at transfer stations on

San Juan, Orcas and Lopez.

While progress has been made to continue operations at the Orcas transfer station and the Lopez drop box facility, an operating plan for the Friday Harborowned Sutton Road facility on San Juan Island is at risk, if not regressing.

On Lopez, an active citizens group – the Solid Waste Alternatives Project – wants to established local control of garbage, recycling and reuse operations by creating a Lopez-only Solid Waste Disposal District funded by a local voter-approved property tax.

Prosecuting Attorney Randy Gaylord told the council at its April 3 meeting that the Port of Lopez is no longer interested in operating a Lopez-only disposal district. With the port out of the picture, the council explored the interest of Lopez citizens.

Gaylord said that the county could create the disposal district by ordinance, but funding the district would require a Lopez-only voter-approved property tax district, estimated at $8 per $100,000 of property value.

A resolution for the November ballot would have to be approved by the council and filed with the elections office no later than Aug. 7. The council discussed recent voting patterns on Lopez, including rejection of Plan A on Lopez by a vote of 1,006 to 345.

Councilman Jamie Stephens, citing the strong

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The attention of the council moved to operation of the Orcas Island transfer station by a private contractor.

Gaylord said a draft “request for proposals” is being prepared by public works and that he would add a formof-service agreement to the RFP and present both for council consideration on April 17.

Continued operation of the San Juan Island transfer station, owned by the town and leased for $10 per year to the county, is more problematic — on several levels.

First, the county and Friday Harbor must negotiate an extension of the lease, which expires in 2014.

Second, the state Department of Ecology has set a “close the gates” date of Sept. 30, unless “substantial progress” is made to deal with stormwater runoff deficiencies at the facility.

Third, a request for proposals with detailed operating parameters satisfactory to Friday Harbor, Department of Ecology and potential private operators must be prepared and distributed.

Gaylord said town-county cooperation is essential to resolving these and other

roadblocks to continued facility operation. But “neither side is cooperating,” according to Gaylord, an assessment shared by council members Lovell Pratt and Howie Rosenfeld, both admittedly frustrated by lack of progress.

King Fitch, Friday Harbor administrator, does not believe that renegotiation of the lease is going to happen soon. Liability and indemnification questions must be answered, he said.

Capital improvements, including a new roof on the tipping floor, need to be planned and funded by the county. In addition, said Fitch, “our attorney has advised us that the town must finish its update of the solid waste management plan” and coordinate the town’s plan with the county’s plan.

Councilwoman Pratt said, “Solutions can be found, but I’m disappointed that the council has not focused as much time and effort” on the San Juan Island transfer station as on the Orcas and Lopez facilities. “I also want to urge San Juan Islanders to let the town of Friday Harbor know they want a self-haul facility on San Juan Island.”

The prospects for selfhaul look bleak, according to Councilman Rosenfeld, who fears that “self-haul on San Juan Island will be history” and the transfer station closed.

“We’re just about out of options,” he said.

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Guest column Part 2 of ‘Sexual Assault Awareness’ This is the second story submitted by DVSAS for April’s Sexual Assault Awareness month.

by KIM BRYAN

Grooming is the process by which an offender draws

a victim into a sexual relationship and maintains that relationship in secrecy.

Following is a short overview of grooming tactics used by sex offenders as presented by Dr. Michael

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Welner, a forensic psychiatrist.

The Six Stages of Grooming Stage 1: Targeting the Victim: The offender targets a victim by sizing up the child’s vulnerability.

Stage 2: Gaining the Victim’s Trust: The offender gains trust by getting to know the needs of the child and family, in this regard, mixing effortlessly with responsible caretakers.

Stage 3: Filling the Need: Gifts, extra attention and affection may distinguish one adult in particular and should raise vigilance.

Stage 4: Isolating the Child: The offender uses the developing relationship with the child to create situations in which they are alone together. Babysitting tutoring, coaching etc…

Stage 5: Sexualizing the Relationship: Examples are sexualized jokes, exposure to porn, and even creating situations, like going swim-

OPALCO board of directors election Orcas Power & Light Cooperative is a local electric cooperative that is owned and operated by its members.

On Saturday, May 5, the member-owners will exercise their right to elect their Board of Directors. In this year’s election, there are two positions in District 2 (Orcas, Armitage, Big Double, Blakely, Fawn, Little Double and Obstruction Islands) on the ballot. The

New art at Enzo’s

Darlene Gait began painting as soon as she discovered paint and brushes as a child.

Now she is known internationally for work that celebrates a love Coast Salish culture. Her paintings, like the one above, are now at Enzo’s in Eastsound.

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candidates are Winnie Adams, Lance Evans and Chris Thomerson. Each member can vote for two candidates. Candidate bios are available at www.opalco. com. Ballot packages will arrive by mail the week of April 16. Members can cast their absentee ballot online or by mail.

This year’s annual meeting celebrates OPALCO’s 75th anniversary and honors the co-op Family members (longest-standing members, past and present staff and board members) who have created and sustained the OPALCO legacy.

Visit OPALCO’s historical website at www.opalco. com/history to explore a historical timeline, galleries of stories, photos and videos and more. Visit and “like” OPALCO’s new Facebook page, where you can share your own OPALCO story, photos or memorabilia.

When registering for

the annual meeting, let OPALCO staff member know if you are one of OPALCO’s longest-standing members, a past staff or board member, or if you are 75 years of age or older. A special gift will be presented to these OPALCO V.I.P.s.

The 2012 annual report is a special historical publication in honor of OPALCO’s 75th Anniversary. Limited edition printed copies will be distributed at the annual meeting and at the 75th Anniversary Open Houses in June and July. The annual report will also be available online at www.opalco.com.

Due to the spring ferry schedule, the meeting is early this year. Members from San Juan Island will need to arrive at the Spring Street Landing at 7 a.m. to register for the meeting and board a charter vessel (Call 376-3549 to reserve a spot); Orcas members should arrive at the ferry landing

to register at 8 a.m.; Lopez members register at the ferry landing at 8:40 a.m.; and Shaw members board the ferry at 9:10 a.m. For the full travel schedule, go to www.opalco.com.

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ming or clothes shopping where there is opportunity for times of undress.

Stage 6: Maintaining Control: Once the sex abuse is occurring, offenders commonly use secrecy and blame to maintain the child’s continued participation and silence.

If you have a question or

concern regarding a child please feel free to contact DVSAS 24 hours/7 days: Orcas: 376-1234, San Juan: 378-2345, Lopez: 468-4567 Kim Bryan is DV/SA Advocate and Prevention Coordinator with Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services.

Calling partners in philanthropy

The annual community grants process is underway. More than 25 organizations have applied for funding, and the Orcas Island Community Foundation Grants Committee has completed site visits, evaluated the proposals and vetted the projects. Now the foundation is seeking “Partners in Philanthropy” to help fund these programs.

If you, your organization or business is interested in joining OICF as partners, contact director Hilary Canty at 376-6423 or go to www.oicf.us. Contributions of any size are welcome. The grants award celebration will be May 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Orcas Center’s Madrona Room.

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012 • The Islands’ Sounder

Lacrosse camp a success Vikings dominate Lions

Everyone is invited to attend our OMF annual meeting.

by MARTY ZIER Sports contributor

The Lady Vikings ventured to Concrete last week and dominated a doubleheader in a rematch against a struggling Lion team in two important league games.

“Last game, Concrete beat themselves, today we beat them with hard hitting, less walks and better defense,” said coach Scott Harris.

Harris was looking for improved hitting and fewer defensive errors from his young team after a tough loss to Friday Harbor.

The Vikings delivered on both in a deuce of well-played games, resulting in a 23-7 first game victory and 23-1 in the second game.

The Vikings slammed in 19 hits in the first game, including a run home run by

Aliviah Garcia, a double by Alena Janssen, a double and triple by power hitter Lana Bronn, plus four hits at four at bats by Kathyrn Tidwell.

Pitching in the second game was Bella Nigretto with Susol continuing at catcher.

As if the first game was not enough, the Vikings came out hitting just as hard with 16 hits highlighted by a Nigretto two-run home run, a Bronn triple and two singles, plus Tidwell repeating four hits at four at bats, garnering the elusive perfect batting average. But the finish on the setting concrete was applied by Janssen with a grand slam home run to end a productive game after only five innings, mercy rule applied.

On April 23 at 1 p.m., the Vikings face Darrington at home at Buck Park.

Rowers compete in regatta

by MARTY ZIER Sports contributor

Orcas Island Rowers competed in the Lake Stevens Sculling Regatta on April 14 against 15 northwest clubs, including teams from

Orcas Medical Foundation (OMF) invites anyone interested in health care on Orcas Island to attend, from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 24, in the Madrona Room at Orcas Center.

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Chesher all gained valuable racing experience in doubles races. Mann joined the novice men to race in a Novice Men's 4x and rowed with Melanie Flint in a women’s varsity double.

Varsity rowers Mikail Van Maren, Cameron Schuh, Jay Zier, Jake Zier and cox captain Max Blackadar raced to a victory in the first heat of the men’s 4x but fought flooding in the final. Zach Wolford and Garrett Pietsch both raced men’s singles while Pietsch pared up with Jay for a close race in the men’s double. Captain Jake cruised to a win in his qualifying 1x heat race and won the men’s varsity 1x. 

The gym at Orcas Christian School was filled with the sights and sounds of lacrosse as 17 students (shown at left) in 5th-8th grade participated in a Lacrosse Mini Camp, March 27 and 29. The camp, cosponsored by the FunhouseCommons, was organized to introduce the game of lacrosse to local youth.

San Juan County PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM San Juan County is now accepting applications for grants or revolving loans funded by the

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he band was having a down day, wondering if they had made the right decision of quitting their jobs to go on the road and make a name for themselves. When they pulled up to the venue of their show that night, they saw their name on the marquee and instantly their spirits were lifted. But a few things made them suspicious – the tickets to the show were only $3 and there was a pole in the middle of stage.

For some musicians, playing at a strip club could have ruined the night, but for the three ladies of the Good Lovelies it was just another story to add to their book of anecdotes.

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“It ended up being really funny,” said Caroline Brooks, one of the singers in the group. “If you have a sense of humor you can end up having great time.”

And since that show they’ve played more unique venues, including the inside of a boxing ring at an art show, and a house tour, where they played in complete strangers’ living rooms. One of their upcoming shows is at a monastery for an audience of 150 monks.

The Good Lovelies, based out of Toronto, Canada, are coming to Orcas Center, April 29, 7:30 p.m., with a special event: “Burgers and Brew” from the Lower Tavern in the Madrona Room, 5:30 p.m., $15 at the door.

The Good Lovelies, featuring the talents

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of Brooks, Kerri Ough and Sue Passmore, create music that is part folk roots and part Western swing. They are known for their three-part vocal harmonies, clever lyrics and humorous repartee on stage. The girls play a variety of instruments including mandolin, banjo and glockenspiel, often changing who plays what instrument at each concert.

“It keeps the songs fresh for us and for the audience,” Brooks said.

Before they became a band, Brooks said they were each writing a fair amount of sad ballads, but once they all started singing together an upbeat Western swing sound just naturally poured out.

“It’s [the music] a mirror of what we are like together,” Brooks said. “We really love each other and really have a good time on tour – the music reflects that.”

But there are some melancholy tunes from the Good Lovelies, like on their newest album “Let the Rain Fall,” which

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Brooks said is a nice complement to lighter tones in their other songs.

Brooks said there is a tendency in the musical world to take upbeat music less seriously, but when the band witnesses other people finding joy from their music, it is an amazing feeling.

“Music has such a great power, why not use it to make people happy,” she said. “It feeds back to us as well.”

And for any show, whether in Canada or in the U.S., the band has a philosophy that people are people. But Brooks said they do have a special place in their hearts for the Pacific Northwest.

“Washington state is where we have played the most shows in the U.S.,” she said. “ It’s nice to finish our tour there, it’s very homey.”

Tickets are $25, $19 for Orcas Center members, $11 for students. For more info, visit www.orcascenter.org.

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Choral Society Music Expedition talk to support spring concert education Orcas Island public schools

Celebrate spring with the Orcas Choral Society during its upcoming concert. Led by director Roger W. Sherman, the program is entitled “Water Music.” With repertoire ranging from folk songs to deep classical, the music will tell of waters that divide us, waters that are the source of life, and waters that represent life’s passages.

The performances are May 12 at 7:30 p.m. and May 13 at 2 p.m. at Orcas Center. Tickets are $15 and $5 students – call 376-2281 or go to www.orcascenter.org. For more information, visit www.orcaschoralsociety.org.

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There will be music and dancing when popular music educator Rachel Buchman returns to Orcas to visit pre-school students April 26 to May 1.

She’ll teach songs and the language of music to the young ones and coach teachers in methods of music presentation. In addition, Buchman will work with students in Pamela Wright’s elementary school General Music classes. This “Musician-in-Residence” is being sponsored through a gift by a Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival donor.

In addition, the Chamber Music Festival is having its first ever Barn Dance on Sunday, April 29 at 3 p.m. The dance is for preschoolers and their families.

Buchman and local talent will lead a fun afternoon filled with music, dancing and goodies at an historic Orcas Island barn. Teachers will be providing details to parents. For more information, call the OICMF Office 376-6636.

Church Services EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL Parish of Orcas Island Eastsound (by the water) Bishop Craig B. Anderson, Rector Baptisms & Weddings SUNDAYS: Holy Eucharist 1st Sunday in month - 10:00 a.m.

Other Sundays - 8:00 & 10:00 a.m.

Church School & Nursery THURSDAYS: 12 noon Rector’s Forum & Holy Eucharist 376-2352

10:00 a.m. Sunday 7:00 p.m. Testimony Meeting First Wed. of the month Orcas Elementary School Library 376-5873

ORCAS ISLAND UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP

ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Madrona Street, Eastsound Sunday Worship Services 9:00 a.m.

10:30 a.m., with a Nursery & Sunday School Pastor Dick Staub Pastor Scott Harris Pastor Grant Myles-Era 376-OICC

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

2nd and 4th Sundays at 11:00 am West Sound Community Hall All are welcome! www.orcasislanduu.org

ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC CHURCH ORCAS St. Francis Church in Eastsound Mass 1:00 p.m. Sunday

LOPEZ ISLAND Center Church Mass 4:30 p.m.

Saturday

LUTHERAN CHURCH IN THE SAN JUANS Sundays Sundays Every Sunday 9:15 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

2:15 p.m.

St. David’s Church Center Church Emmanuel Church 760 Park St. 312 Davis Bay Rd. 242 Main St. Friday Harbor Lopez Island Eastsound Pastor Ann Hall 468-3025 •lutherans anjuans @rockis land.com

This past summer, Orcas Islanders Shawna Franklin and Leon Somme took 44 days away from their kayak school, Body Boat Blade, to paddle 700 nautical miles around Vancouver Island.

Vancouver Island can challenge the most seasoned paddler with some of the fastest ocean currents and tidal races in the world, fog with 0 percent visibility, kelp beds that can force you a mile offshore, and a Pacific swell that pounds headlands and explodes over extensive boomer fields. It is also a place of remarkable natural beauty with a mix of steep snow capped mountains, deep fjords, surf swept sandy beaches with rocky headlands, sea stacks, and some of the biggest trees in

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Shawna Franklin and Leon Somme will talk about their trip. the world. The wildlife can only be matched in Alaska and Russia. They encountered a plethora of wildlife including wolves, bears, whales, sea lions, sea otters and more.

On Tuesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. you can hear about

Screening for Kindergartners All children entering kindergarten (five years old before September 1) are encouraged to attend a free screening that covers the developmental areas of fine and gross motor development, concept skills, hearing, vision and speech/ language development. You can also enroll your child in kindergarten at this time. Call Roann at the elementary office at 376-2286 to schedule an appointment for April 24 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. or April 25 from 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The screening is in the public school library.

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Franklin and Somme’s expedition. The talk will be held at the Orcas Senior Center, at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation and all proceeds will go to support our public schools through the Orcas Island Education Foundation.

Earth Day parade

For the 12th year in a row, there will be an Earth Day Parade on Sunday, April 22.

Participants will assemble at Orcas Island School at noon, and then walk through the streets of Eastsound.

Women’s spring luncheon The Orcas Island Community Church Women's Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show will be held at Moran State Park – Camp Moran Environmental Learning Center on May 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The cost is $15 per person. Youngsters to oldsters in all sizes will model fashions provided by Aurora Company Consignment Shop, Faraway Boutique and Cherry T's Pre-Loved Kid's Clothing.

All women are invited to attend. Reservations are required by April 20; call Susan Clark at 376-7046.

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CALENDAR Sat., APRIL 21 Earth day celebration: World

Music Dance Earth Day Celebration to benefit FEAST Program, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Oddfellows Hall.

Celebrate Earth Day: FRIENDS of the San Juans Beach Cleanup, 10 a.m. at Crescent Beach. Garbage bags and gloves provided.

Sun., April 22 Earth day parade: Starts at

public school, goes through Eastsound, 1 p.m.

April 21 & 25 Japanese Flower Arranging:

Spring Ikebana class, 2 p.m. on April 21 and 1 p.m. on April 25; $15 per class. For details, e-mail jstamm@ seanet.com or 376-1035.

Tues., April 24 Kindergarten Experience:

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to the Salmonberry School for “The Kindergarten Experience,” 1 p.m.

Weds., April 25 INVISIBLE SHORELINE: Film

showing explores the shoreline from a diver’s perspective, 7-8:30 p.m., Orcas Senior Center. Free.

Sat., April 28 FISHING DERBY: For kids,

Cascade Lake, pancake breakfast, prizes at 11 a.m.

Sponsored by Friends of Moran and Orcas Outfitters.

Thurs. – ongoing AL-ANON: Old Emmanuel Parish Hall, 5:30 p.m.

Toddler Playgroup:

Birth-five, 10-11:30 p.m., Funhouse Commons.

Orcas Meet-up Group: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Waterfront Park on Main Street.

Sat. – ongoing

The People’s Cafe: 4 to 6 p.m.

at the Eastsound fire hall.

Local citizens engaging in a “World Cafe” style.

MON.– ONGOING

BIRTH WORKS Class: Free for

pregnant women and partners. Every first Monday, 6 p.m. potluck, presentation 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Children’s House.

AL-ANON: Old Emmanuel Parish Hall, 7 p.m.

TUES.– ONGOING Kiwanis Club: 12:30

p.m., upstairs at Orcas Homegrown. Different speaker each week.

Food bank: 12:30 to 2 p.m., food bank building next to Community Church. Also on Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

CAMERA CLUB: First Tuesday of the month, Orcas Senior Center, 7 to 9 p.m.

Granny’s Attic donations:

Drop off at senior center, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. thru April 24.

WEDs. – ONGOING Lions Club: Weekly lunch &

meeting, 11:45 a.m., Legion.

Habitat restoration work party Hundreds of volunteers from all over Puget Sound have learned about nearshore habitat restoration and volunteer management through People For Puget Sound’s Sound Stewardship Program.

Orcas Islanders will soon have an opportunity to participate in this free training program. Volunteers are also needed to participate in a habitat restoration work party in celebration of Earth Day on April 21 at Cayou Lagoon near Deer Harbor.

People For Puget Sound has been working with landowners on Orcas to restore shoreline habitats for close to 10 years. The first Sound Stewardship orientation is Friday, April 20 from 6 to 8 p.m., and the first class session is the following day

on Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the Earth Day work party. To sign up, go to www.puget-

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Zip line events Bite of Orcas coming soon YMCA Camp Orkila invites the community to come out and take a ride on its 1000-foot Zip Line. They will be holding by-appointment only “Community Zip” days on the following dates: • Sunday, April 22 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

• Friday, May 4, 2 to 5 p.m.

If interested, call the camp at 376-2678 to sign up for a time assignment. Know the number of people in your party at the time of calling. Maximum weight capacity for a single rider is 285 lbs (subject to change depending on conditions) and children must be entering third grade or older to participate.

The 17th Annual Bite of Orcas will be held on Saturday, May 26 in its usual setting on the Village Green in Eastsound.

Island restaurants and caterers will be presenting examples of their culinary wares under the big white tent for the benefit of Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. The bite is a perfect way for locals and visitors alike to sample the delicious specialties of Orcas' finest cooks at family-friendly prices, which encourage the tasting

of a wide variety of foods.

Always an important fundraising event for Wolf Hollow – and the only one held on Orcas – the event is even more critical this year due to cuts in grants and federal funding.

Vendors wanting to participate may contact Heather Johnson at 376-2669 or Elyse Van den Bosch at 3765238 for information.

“Come to the Bite on May 26 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for good food, good fun and a good cause,” say organizers.

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SAN JUAN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICES San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits.

Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.

SJCC 18.20 including a new defini- www.sanjuanco.com. A copy of the In order to comply with state law munity Senior Center, 589 Nash tion for “joint use wireless facilities�; proposed Ordinance will be mailed RCW 82.46.070 and accommodate Street, Friday Harbor, San Juan Ismodifies the land use tables 3.1, 3.2 without charge upon request.

For the successful passage of the ballot land. and to make joint use wireless facil- more information please contact the proposition at the November 8, 2011 The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. ities an allowable use in certain dis- Ingrid Gabriel, Clerk of the County election, the County ordinance per- Public comment time is scheduled tricts and establishes the types of re- Council at 360-370-7470; in- taining to the Land Bank, codified as for 9:00 a.m. The public is welcome view in other districts for joint use gridg@sanjuanco.com and/or Shi- SJCC 2.120, should be updated to at every monthly Land Bank Comwireless facilities and other personal reene Hale, Planning Coordinator at extend the Conservation Area Real mission meeting. wireless facilities; amends the use shireeneh@sanjuanco.com.

Estate Excise Tax at one percent LEGAL NO. SJ380172 Published: The Journal of the San table for the Deer Harbor Hamlet LEGAL NO. SJ379834 through 2026. amends Allowable Uses & Land Use Published: The Journal of the San All persons wishing to be heard on Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder.

Permit Requirements in Orcas Vil- Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. this matter are encouraged to attend. April 18, 2012 lage Activity Center (SJCC April 18, 2012 Written comments may be submitted 18.30.430 & Table 3.10); adds a new in advance of the hearing by mail or IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN Notice of Public Hearing on an section to SJCC 18.40 entitled “RegJUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON at the hearing by delivery in person.

Ordinance Regarding Wireless ulations for Personal Wireless Ser- NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO Please deliver 8 copies of all written SHEPLER CONSTRUCTION, INC., PlainFacilities, Amending the San Jan vice Facilities� with exemptions for CONSIDER adoption of an Ordi- comments to the Clerk of the San tiff County Code Chapter 18.30, 18.40 temporary wireless facility, some am- nance to update San Juan County Juan County Council at 55 Second vs and Adding a New Section to ateur radio facilities, and certain joint Code 2.120 to extend the Conserva- Street, Friday Harbor or mail to 355 GARY LEONARD and SUSAN KIRALYand the marital community Chapter 18.40 and Repealing use wireless facilities; revises the tion Area Real Estate Excise Tax Court Street#1, Friday Harbor, WA LEONARD thereof; PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Ordinance 15-2010 submissions for personal wireless fa- (Land Bank REET) to 2026.

98250. The Ordinance is filed at the CORPORATION, a New Jersey CorporaNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the cilities, amends permit procedures NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Office of the County Council, 55 Sec- tion, Defendants.

San Juan County Council will con- for discretionary uses (SJCC San Juan County Council will con- ond Street, Friday Harbor, WA and The Superior Court of San Juan County duct a public hearing for the purpose 18.80.090); updates terms & clarifies duct a public hearing for the purpose may be inspected and copies ob- has directed the undersigned Sheriff of of receiving testimony on a proposed existing procedures and require- of receiving testimony on a proposed tained at the Council offices during San Juan County to sell the property deOrdinance amending San Juan ments in the above sections and Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.120 each business day between the scribed below to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action. The property to be County Code provisions for wireless makes other changes for consisten- of the San Juan County Code Re- hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. communication facilities & updating cy and clarity and repeals Ordinance garding the San Juan County Land The Ordinance may also be viewed sold is described at the bottom of this no& clarifying existing terms & require- 15-2010.

Bank. The public hearing will be held 24 hours a day at the County web- tice. The sale of the above described property is to take place: ments and repealing a prior ordi- All persons wishing to be heard on in the Council Hearing Room at 55 site at http://www.sanjuan- Time: 10:00 am nance on this subject. this matter are encouraged to attend. Second Street, Friday Harbor, Wash- co.com/Council/PendingOrdinanc- Date: Friday, May 18, 2011 The public hearing will be held in the Written comments may be submitted ington on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 be- es.aspx. A copy of the proposed Or- Place: Inside Main Entrance, San Juan Council Hearing Room at 55 Second in advance of the hearing by mail or ginning at 10:15 AM. The hearing dinance will be mailed without County Courthouse, 96 Second St. N., FriStreet, Friday Harbor, Washington at the hearing by delivery in person. may be continued from time to time charge upon request. For more in- day Harbor, WA on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 beginning Delivery of written comments in ad- and place to place as may be de- formation please contact the Clerk of Any questions may be directed to the at 10:15 am. At the hearing, mem- vance of the hearing is strongly en- sired by the Council without addition- the County Council at 360-370-7472 Sheriff at the address below.

NOU, SHERIFF, SAN JUAN bers of the public will be invited to couraged by providing 10 copies to al written notice. and/or the San Juan County Land ROB COUNTY speak and/or provide written state- the Clerk of the San Juan County At the hearing, members of the pub- Bank at 360-378-4402 Kim Ott, CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY ments regarding the proposed Ordi- Council at 55 Second Street, Friday lic will be invited to speak and/or pro- LEGAL NO. SJ379828 Box 669, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 nance. The hearing may be contin- Harbor or mail to 355 Court Street#1, vide written statements regarding the Published: The Journal of the San P.O. 360-378-4151 ued from time to time and place to Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The Ordi- proposed Ordinance. After the pub- Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. LEGAL DESCRIPTION place as may be desired by the nance is filed at the Office of the lic testimony portion of the hearing April 18, 2012 Lot 22, SAN JUAN FAIRWAYS NO. 3, a Council and/or the Planning Com- County Council, 55 Second Street, has ended, the Council will deliberprivate subdivision, according to the Plat mission without additional written no- Friday Harbor, WA 98250 and may ate and consider modifications to the recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, page 19, and 19a, records of San Juan County, NOTICE OF REGULAR tice. be inspected and copies obtained at Ordinance that are proposed by Washington.

SCHEDULED MEETING: A summary of the proposed Ordi- the Council offices during each busi- members of the public, county emnance follows although all persons ness day between the hours of 8:30 ployees or the Council. The pro- The San Juan County Land Bank LEGAL NO. SJ380536 are encouraged to read the ordi- a.m. and 4:30 p.m. posed Ordinance may then be Commission will hold its regular Published in The Journal of the San Juan The Islands’ Sounder. nance.

The proposed ordinance Copies of the ordinance are avail- adopted with or without modifica- monthly meeting on Friday, April Islands, April 18, 25, May 2, 9, 2012.

San Juanand Countyadds Community Developmentto& Planning Notice of Application and Public Hearing To: The Journal & Sounder 20th at the Craft Room, Mullis Comamends definitions able from the County web site Combined at tions.

135 Rhone Street, P. O. Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 Please publish once on 4/18/ 2012 (360) 378-2354 (360) 378-2116 Fax (360) 378-3922 and bill Community Development & Planning #/-").%$ĂĽ./4)#%ĂĽ/&ĂĽ!00,)#!4)/.3ĂĽ ĂĽ(%!2).'3 Permits@sanjuanco.com Sanjuanco.com Page 1 of 1 NOTICE The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will meet Thursday, April 26, 2012 starting at 11:30AM in the Council Chambers at the Legislative Building (55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA). The public is welcome to attend.

LEGAL NO. SJ379504 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder.

April 18, 25, 2012

Permit Number

Project Description

Tax Parcel Number, Project Location, and Island

Applicant/Agent Name and Address

Date Date of Application Complete

Other Required Permits*

Existing Environmental Documents

SEPA Threshold Determination

Suggested Project End Date for SEPA Comments Comments End Date**

Lonesome Cove Resort Septic system location for 361842003, intersection of Law Office of Stephanie O’Day 11/30/11 11/30/11 Lonesome Cove resort Lonesome Cove Road and Francine Shaw, PO Box 2112, expansion Limestone Point Road, San Juan Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Leo Lambiel c/o Fred Klein Environmental PSJ000-12272450002, 668 Olga Road, 545 Sunset Ave, Eastsound, 3/29/12 3/29/12 Building permit DNS Architectural folly Checklist 0001 Orcas Island WA 98245 Application Comments: Any file may be examined by SEPA Determination: San Juan County has determined that the projects noted above with SEPA Comments: Anyone desiring to a DNS or MDNS will not have probable significant adverse impacts on the environment and comment on the Threshold Determination appointment during regular business hours at the San has issued a Threshold Determination pursuant to Sections 197-11-310 and 197-11-340 can do so by submitting a written statement Juan County CD&P, Courthouse Annex, Friday Harbor.

WAC. An Environmental Impact Statement will not be required under Section 43.21C.030 to CD&P, P. O. Box 947 (135 Rhone Anyone desiring to comment on the Notice of Application (2)(c) RCW. This determination was made after review of the environmental checklist and Street), Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 no later can do so by submitting a written statement to CD&P no other environmental information on file at Community Development and Planning (CD&P). than the comment date specified above. later than the end date for project comments specified The County has determined that the requirements for environmental analysis, protection, The Threshold Determination may be above. Anyone who desires to provide testimony in the and mitigation measures have been adequately addressed in the development regulations appealed by submitting a written statement public hearing or desires a copy of the decision for this and comprehensive plan adopted under Chapter 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local, of appeal along with the basis for the project may do so by requesting such from CD&P. A state, or federal laws or rules, as provided by Section 43.21C.240 RCW and Section 197-11- appeal and a fee to CD&P within 21 days copy of the staff report for this project may be obtained 158 WAC, or as may be conditioned within any MDNS. after the end of the SEPA comment period. from CD&P generally 7 days prior to the public hearing.

PSJ000-110012 Readvertise

NOTICE OF DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner decisions are posted on the County website at: sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx

5/2/12

Hearing Body

5/9/12

Already heard

5/16/12

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Hearing Place

Hearing Date

Islanders Bank Annex

6/13/12

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in the Islanders Bank Admin.

Building downstairs meeting room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor.

Planning Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person desiring to comment prior to the hearing shall submit a statement in writing to CD&P, P. O. Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may be submitted at the hearing as well. A copy of the staff report for this hearing may be obtained generally 7 days prior to the public hearing from CD&P at the address above. * As directed by applicant, per UDC18.80.030.A.3.f ** Per UDC 18.80.030.B.

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LEGALS NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A.9A-604(a)(2) et seq.

Trustee’s Sale No: 01-FMB-114216 I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION, will on May 18, 2012, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at IN THE LOBBY OF THE SAN JUAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 350 COURT STREET, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real

and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the “Property�), situated in the County of SAN JUAN, State of Washington: LOT 8, BLOCK 4, GIFFINS NORTH BEACH PARK ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 48, RECORDS OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 271150408000, commonly known as 101 HEMLOCK STREET, EASTSOUND, WA. The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 4/4/2008, recorded 5/5/2008 ,

under Auditor’s/Recorder’s No. 2008 0505026, records of SAN JUAN County, Washington, from FRANCIS MICHELS, UNMARRIED, as Grantor, to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE CO., as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by ONEWEST BANK, FSB. II No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the

Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust.

Ill The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 11/1/2010, AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in

arrears: Amount due as of February 17, 2012 Delinquent Payments from November 01, 2010 8 payments at $ 1,849.66 each $ 14,797.28 8 payments at $ 1,905.57 each $ 15,244.56 (11-01-10 through 02-17-12) Late Charges: $ 1,292.00 Beneficiary Advances: $ 6,597.83 Suspense Credit: $ 0.00 TOTAL: $ 37,931.67 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $388,000.00, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured, and such other costs and fees as are

Wednesday, Apr 18, 2012 • The Islands’ Sounder due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expenses of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on May 18, 2012.

The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by May 7, 2012 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before May 7, 2012, (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated at any time after May 7, 2012, (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: FRANCIS MICHELS, PO BOX 902, EASTSOUND, WA, 98245 FRANCIS MICHELS AKA FRANCIS XAVIER MICHELS, PO BOX 902, EASTSOUND, WA, 98245 FRANCIS MICHELS AKA FRANCTS XAVIER MICHELS, 101 HEMLOCK STREET, EASTSOUND, WA, 98245 FRANCIS MICHELS AKA FRANCIS XAVIER MICHELS, 177 SOUTH BURLINGTON #243, BURLINGTON, WA, 98233 SPOUSE OF FRANCIS MICHELS AKA FRANCIS XAVIER MICHELS, 177 SOUTH BURLINGTON #243, BURLINGTON, WA, 98233 SPOUSE OF FRANCIS MICHELS AKA FRANCIS XAVIER MICHELS, 101 HEMLOCK STREET, EASTSOUND, WA, 98245 SPOUSE OF FRANCIS MICHELS AKA FRANCIS XAVIER MICHELS, PO BOX 902, EASTSOUND, WA, 98245 by both first class and certified mail on 1/9/2012, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 1/10/2012, the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written notice of default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph f above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee’s Sale will be held in accordance with Ch. 61.24 RCW and anyone wishing to bid at the sale will be required to have in his/her possession at the time the bidding commences, cash, cashier’s check, or certified check in the amount of at least one dollar over the Beneficiary’s opening bid. In addition, the successful bidder will be required to pay the full amount of his/her bid in cash, cashier’s check, or certified check within one hour of the making of the bid. The trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale.

VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the

Grantor of all of their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with section 2 of this act Dated: February 14, 2012. Effective Date: February 14, 2012 Regional Trustee Services Corporation, Trustee, By KAREN GREAGOR, AUTHORIZED AGENT Address: 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information: www.rtrustee.com AFN4211068 04/18/2012, 05/09/2012 LEGAL NO. S374797 Published: The Islands’ Sounder April 18, May 9, 2012.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. TS No.: WA-10-413765-SH APN No.: 261541001 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 4/27/2012, at 10:00 AM at In the lobby of the San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of SAN JUAN, State of Washington, to-wit: PARCEL 1, AS SHOWN, DESCRIBED, LOCATED AND MONUMENTED BY THAT CERTAIN RECORD OF SURVEY FOR THE EXCLUSIVE USE OF JAMES SCHEIB AND JESSICA CHAVA GIASULLO IN BOOK 18 OF SURVEYS, AT PAGE 95 IN THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON, BEING LOCATED WITHIN A PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 15 AND A PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST OF W.M. TOGETHER WITH A PERPETUAL, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A ROADWAY, FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, AND FOR UTILITIES OVER. ACROSS AND UNDER THAT TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED WITHIN AND AS GRANTED BY GRANT OF EASEMENT, RECORDED AUGUST 24,1998 UNDER AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 1998 0824015, RECORDS OF SAN JUAN

WWW.THEISLANDSSOUNDER.COM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON Commonly known as: 514 LA PORT ROAD, ORCAS, WA 98245 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 4/4/2008, recorded 4/7/2008, under Auditor’s File No. 2008 0407007 records of SAN JUAN County, Washington, from EVAN BUXBAUM AND VALERIE VERGEN , HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. A NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. A NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (or by its successors-in-interest and/or assigns, if any), to WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $47,224.18 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $417,000.00, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 8/1/2010, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute.

V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 4/27/2012. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 4/16/2012 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 4/16/2012 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid.

Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank.

The sale may be terminated any time after the 4/16/2012 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): EVAN BUXBAUM AND VALERIE VERGEN , HUSBAND AND WIFE 514 LA PORT ROAD, ORCAS, WA 98245 by both first class and certified mail on 2/24/2011, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of

all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy.

The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Dated: 1/19/12 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Brooke Frank, Assistant Secretary For Non-Sale, Payoff and Reinstatement info Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 2141 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (866) 645-7711 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com For Service of Progress on Trustee: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 19735 10th Avenue NE Suite N-200 Poulsbo, WA 98370 (866) 645-7711 ASAP# FNMA4182218 03/28/2012, 04/18/2012 LEGAL NO S370066 Published: The Islands’ Sounder March 28, April 18, 2012 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN In the Matter of the Estate of: CAROL JEAN GILL, Deceased.

NO. 12-4-05013-7 The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate.

www.nw-ads.com Page 19 Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditors as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

Date of first publication: April 18, 2012 Personal Representative: Charles C. Gill Attorney for Personal Representative: Christine R. Kenady Address for mailing service: P . O .

Box 107 Eastsound, WA 98245 LEGAL NO. S379508 Published: The Islands’ Sounder.

April 18, 25, May 2, 2012 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN In the Matter of the Estate of: JOHN F. KRAETZER, Deceased.

NO. 12-4-05012-9 The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditors as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

Date of first publication: April 18, 2012 Personal Representative: Mary S. Kraetzer Attorney for Personal Representative: Christine R. Kenady Address for mailing service: P . O .

Box 107 Eastsound, WA 98245 LEGAL NO. S379511 Published: The Islands’ Sounder.

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