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OPINION | Roegner: How will the 2012 elections shape politics in 2013? [4] Johnson: Ladies, please stop all the ‘fat talk’ [4] CRIME BLOTTER | Man beats up his ex’s new boyfriend with a baseball bat [9] BUSINESS | Maricel’s Mini Cupcakes sells divine desserts in Federal Way [11]

SPORTS | Federal Way Little Leaguers FRIDAY, JuLY 6, 2012 | 50¢ capture titles in summer tourneys [14]

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Cops arrest two professional burglars

Nursing home sex: Residents have right to romance

By Greg Allmain gallmain@fedwaymirror.com

Burglary rates in the city have dropped significantly in the past month, thanks to the arrests of two professional burglars by the Federal Way Police Department.

By ANDY HOBBS

Suspects targeted Twin Lakes and Marine Hills areas Police Chief Brian Wilson said the two suspects were as professional as they come.

“Over the last month, we made significant arrests for residential

burglary. Two individuals, specifically, that were responsible for burglaries in the Twin Lakes and Marine Hills areas, as well as other areas in the city,” Wilson told the

city council July 3. “They were responsible for multiple burglaries. They were a professional outfit.

One suspect claimed they worked ‘Bankers Hours’ — 10 o’clock to 2 o’clock.”

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One nursing home’s staff closed the drapes and door whenever a younger dementia patient, free of inhibitions, had disrobed and was ready to party.

An Alzheimer’s patient introduced her boyfriend to the husband who visited daily.

Another man thought his new girlfriend was really his wife. One lady walked down the hall, holding hands with two different men, kissing whoever passed by.

Regardless of a nursing home resident’s age or mental capacity, they need touch and affection. Residents of all U.S. facilities have a right to romance — as long as it’s consensual.

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Pictured above: Hot dog eating contest winners Mike Rasher and Russell Belden, father and son.

Pictured at right: A clown on stilts entertains kids.

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The Federal Way Mirror is hosting debates for candidates in the Aug. 7 primary elections. Debates will take place at the Federal Way High School little theatre, at South 308th Street and Pacific Highway South.

For details on candidates, visit federalwaymirror.com and select “elections” under the news category.

The debate schedule: • July 10: District 30 state representative.

Position 1 candidates take the stage 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 10. Position 2 candidates take the stage 6:30 to 8 p.m.

• July 21: U.S. Congress, District 9. Five candidates will take the stage 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21.

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Red, White and Blues 2012: See more photos online

Federal Way hosted the annual Red, White and Blues Festival on July 4 at a packed Celebration Park. Aside from a 22-minute fireworks show, the event featured live music, food vendors, games for all ages and a hot dog eating contest. See more photos at federalwaymirror.com. ANDY HOBBS, The Mirror

Monday, July 9, is the last day to register to vote for the August primary election. Residents of King County can check their registration status by visiting the county’s My Voter Guide portion of kingcounty.gov/elections or by calling the voter hotline at (206) 296-8683.

Ballots for the vote-bymail election will be sent to voters in mid-July.

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Driver crashes vehicle into 7-Eleven on SW 312th St.

CHARITY HEALTH RUN ON AUG. 11: The Federal Way Farmers Market will host a 5K and 10K run/walk beginning at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 11 to benefit local charities. Cash prizes available. Pre-register by July 21 for $25.

The market runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at The Commons Mall’s southwest corner parking lot. To learn more, email federalwayfarmersmarket@yahoo.com or call Karla at (253) 261-8157.

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There were no injuries after a 48-year-old woman rammed a car through the front window of a 7-Eleven store at the intersection of Southwest 312th Street and 1st Avenue South on Tuesday. The accident, which happened about 10:15 a.m.

July 3, broke the front glass window of the business and also broke a water pipe, resulting in a small flood in front of the store. The woman was attempting to park in a stall in front of the business when she hit the gas and rammed into the glass window, according to Federal Way police.

Following the accident, the woman left the scene of the crime in a Nissan Pathfinder before returning with her boyfriend in another vehicle. The woman is being charged with felony hit and run and had no vehicle insurance, police say.

South King Fire and Rescue personnel at the scene said the woman did not appear intoxicated at the time of the accident. She claimed that the car wasn’t hers and that she wasn’t used to the controls.

Blood drive helps firefighter with cancer Courtesy of South King Fire and Rescue

Firefighter John Moncrief retired from South King Fire and ResJohn Moncrief cue in 2011 after a nearly 25-year career.

It was time to spend time with his family and enjoy the fruits of his labor.

However, a few months later, he was diagnosed with cancer — a presumptive form of cancer related to his years on the job, including exposure to toxic products of combustion. His condition and treatment have required blood transfusions.

On Thursday, July 5, his brother and sister firefighters held a blood drive at SKFR headquarters, station 62, 31617 1st Ave. S., to help replenish the supply that John has had to use.

Contact (206) 228-4081 to donate blood.

Police say booze and music fueled fatal shooting Initially, Federal Way police were uncertain if this gallmain@federalwaymirror.com shooting was gang-related.

Federal Way Police Chief Wilson said that as the Brian Wilson revealed investigation has continued, more details about a fatal connections to gangs for shooting outside Johnny’s both the suspect and vicFamous Bar and Grill. tim, along with witnesses, In the June 27 incident, are being revealed.

23-year-old Cloise Young of “A good majority of the Kent was shot to death, and individuals, including the six others were wounded. suspect and victim, have Wilson said it was a volatile prior gang histories and combination of alcohol and current gang affiliation,” a music genre that police Wilson said, noting that believe led to the fatal others present at the shootshooting. ing had gang affiliations.

“The circumstances Johnny’s Famous Bar pertaining to this, is we and Grill has been under had several patrons comits current ownership since ing from out of the area.

2006. Since that time, They’re often times drawn Wilson said that there by the type of music being have been few issues with offered at the establishthe business and the way ment, and in addition, the it’s been run. He said in disc jockey who may be recent months, there’s been employed by the business, an uptick in trouble at the actually has a following as bar. Officers assigned to well,” Wilson said “They’re often patrol duty in the at the Federal area have noted times drawn by Way City Council the type of music that people often meeting July 3. being offered at the congregate in the Young and the parking lot and establishment.” shooting suspect, consume alcoBrian Wilson, police chief identified in hol there before media reports as heading into the Kenneth Sutbar. Along with ton, allegedly engaged in a that illegal consumption of verbal argument as the bar alcohol, other issues have was shutting down for the surfaced recently. night, Wilson said. At this “(There have been) time, police believe Young several arrests for assault, flashed his firearm at his firearms violations, malieventual killer as part of the cious mischief and resisting argument. Wilson noted arrest,” Wilson noted. that Young had a concealed Wilson said FWPD weapons permit. is putting together an “This verbal exchange operational plan to review continued, and as a result other bars and clubs in of that, the one suspect shot the city that may attract the one who had the firerowdier crowds, in order arm, multiple times. Shots to deter the over-serving were exchanged. We don’t of liquor and other issues. believe the victim fired his He said that the ownership weapon. We believe someof Johnny’s is planning a one else fired his weapon,” complete overhaul for the Wilson said. bar, with a name change Although it’s a shooting and shift in focus. incident that led to a death, Councilwoman Linda Wilson said the police Kochmar asked if this department is being careful shooting is indicative of in its investigation before a gang issue. Wilson said filing any charges against it was mostly the music the suspect. Charges are scene that drew people into expected to be filed Friday.

Johnny’s on June 27.

“Charges have not been “It is a draw to a type filed yet, and again, because of music, and there are of the complexity of this some DJs who actually particular, in addition to have followings, that draw some non-cooperation with people wherever they go,” some of our victims and Wilson said. “And these are witnesses,” Wilson said. the circumstances that we “We really want to try and believed have occurred over dot our i’s and cross our t’s, the last three months with before the charges are filed.” this particular business.”

By GREG ALLMAIN

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Driver crashes motorhome into house Mirror staff reports

A test drive of a motorhome took a turn for the worse June 29 when a reported mechanical failure led to the driver losing control and crashing into a Federal Way house in the 500 block of South Marine Hills Way. The occupants of the house were not at home. There were no

witnesses to the crash. The driver disentangled himself from the wreckage and wandered the neighborhood looking for help.

The crash severed the natural gas meter at the house, releasing high pressure gas into the neighborhood and prompting nearby evacuation until Puget Sound Energy could secure the leaking pipe.

The driver, 34, suffered a head laceration and was transported to a local hospital for treatment and evaluation. South King

This crash happened June 29 in Federal Way. COURTESY PHOTO Fire and Rescue units were at the scene for nearly six hours. The Technical Rescue Team was called in

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You can raise my taxes to hire police (RE: Fatal shooting outside Johnny’s Famous Bar and Grill): Could you look into how many police responses and possible liquor board action has taken place here in the last year?

This is a very bad business that over-serves and attracts a drugusing crowd. The parking lot is trashed with liquor bottles and drug paraphernalia frequently. Do we really want to attract people from all around the Puget Sound to this one bar? Why do you think

Amy Johnson

Local impact of 2012 election While public attention is focused on the 2012 election, some political movers and shakers are already speculating about the 2013 elections.

This year’s election may prove to be the most important in decades because the stakes are so high in this state and nationally. The 2013 election cycle could have a more significant local impact on the direction of our community.

Next year’s highlights include a seat on the King County Council, three seats on the Federal Way City Council, along with the mayor’s office and the school board.

Potential candidacies may depend on the winners and losers this year — and what decisions incumbent politicians make as they consider their options for 2013. Those outcomes will determine who will have the majority of power going into 2014.

King County Councilman Pete von Reichbauer’s district covers both Federal Way and Auburn. He has held public office in Federal Way since the 1970s and is one of the most influential public officials in the region.

Even with the advent of the strong mayor system, von Reichbauer remains atop Federal Way’s political structure. If he were to retire, it would set off a chain reaction, as many are known to covet his council position. However, most believe he will run again and face only token opposition.

Mayor Skip Priest is up for election and seems certain to run. Between his years on the city council and in the state House of Representatives, Priest has held public office in Federal Way for two decades and will be a formidable

incumbent for anyone to take on. That hasn’t stopped speculation that someone will run against him. The only question seems to be, who? City Councilman Jim Ferrell’s name comes up the most often, but that seems unlikely.

Most speculation has centered less on the mayor’s office and more on possible changes in the city council.

Two city council members are running for the state Legislature.

Linda Kochmar is running for House position one and Roger Freeman is running for House position 2. If one or both win, that would allow the remaining city council members to fill the vacancies through appointment.

Both positions are up for election in 2013, and any appointees would have to stand for election.

Most speculation centers on former council members Mike Park and Jack Dovey. They are both close allies of Mayor Priest and are still respected by council members who worked with them. Mark Koppang made a positive showing in his losing race for the city council last year, and has remained visible around town.

He was also recently appointed by the council to a city commission. He could be a candidate for appointment should a vacancy occur. Other possible candidates could include those who are running for the state Legislature this year, should they lose.

If neither of the council members are elected to the Legislature, they will be up for re-election to the city council next year along with City Councilwoman Jeanne Burbidge. No one [ more ROEGNER page 6 ] Bob Roegner

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“Fifty-four percent of women would rather be hit by a truck than be fat,” proclaims a video about fat talk, body image and young women put out by the Reflections Program.

We live in a country where up to one-third of children and adolescents are obese. We live in a country where the First Lady has worked to raise awareness about this issue and about healthy eating and exercise habits.

And, we live in a country where 81 percent of 10-year-olds are actually afraid of being fat.

How do we balance the fact that we have a national health problem with the complexities of developing healthy body image in ourselves and our children?

People don’t like to talk about weight in public — yet we do it all the time in the privacy of our own heads. In front of our mirrors and in our closets, we silently berate ourselves for not comparing favorably to supermodels. For women, fat talk usually involves not being thin enough, especially in tummies, butts and legs.

A 2011 study showed that 93 percent of women reported engaging in fat talk, even though those who use fat talk have higher body dissatisfaction and are more at risk for developing an eating disorder. While 91 percent of cosmetic surgery procedures were done on women in 2007, guys are not immune. Teen guys report pressure to have bigger muscles, and increasingly resort to steroid use as a remedy.

While these statistics are extreme, parents and adults need realistic guidelines for what to do.

Instead of becoming hyper-vigilant about what our children eat, or sticking our heads in the sand because of our own body image, we need to take practical steps to get healthier ourselves and raise healthy kids. Here are some tips: • Emphasize health over looks in children.

• Focus on keeping kids active, instead of stressing about weight.

• As children grow into their middle school years, help them expand their role models to include people who are healthy, kind and good leaders — not just rich, famous, unrealistically proportioned celebrities.

• Watch your own behavior. Are you constantly dieting? Saying you look fat in clothing? Berating your cellulite? Change your language about yourself, and your kids will likely follow suit.

• Be aware of what compliments you give to children, especially young girls. Our societal norm tends favor compliments for girls on being pretty, cute, or choosing a nice outfit. Instead, make sure you compliment all of your children on how well they handled a difficult situation, how [ more JOHNSON page 5 ]

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they come from all over? I can only guess.

When the original owner had it, it was a great neighborhood gathering spot for locals. I quit going there about three years ago. As a former restaurant and lounge operator, I could see the handwriting on the wall when the ownership changed and the latenight “entertainment” began.

The City of Federal Way just received accolades for getting

a handle on the Transit Center, but I am tired of seeing our city poorly reflected with the type of issues we can see coming. I’ll bet that the number of police responses to this establishment is on the top five list of problem bars in the city and worthy of an undercover visit by the state liquor board. Although now that people get killed there, this will probably take care of anybody wanting to go there. On the other hand, if it’s

gang related, we can only expect more retaliation shootings in the bar and neighborhood.

Maybe get some officers out there on emphasis DUI stops and make it uncomfortable for these guys to hang out in Federal Way. Long term and strategically, as a homeowner and a supporter of our local police, I’ll vote yes for more police. I think others would too. You can raise my taxes to help pay for it.

Unfortunately for the city and as a 27-year resident, I stay away from that entire strip mall and spend my money in Tacoma at either the restaurant at Northshore Golf Course or the Cliff House.

Frank Witmer, Federal Way

Vote yes in August for fire district levy I applaud the recent responses members of our fire department have provided those in our community who have voiced their complaints and concerns in The [ more LETTERS page 5 ]

www.federalwaymirror.com [ LETTERS from page 4] Mirror’s letters to the editor.

Our community benefits when we vote based on facts and evidence rather than emotion and assumptions. South King Fire and Rescue has a proven track record of efficiently using our tax dollars and continues to offer higher quality fire and emergency services at a lower cost than surrounding communities.

By voting yes on Proposition 1, we have an opportunity as a community to make a significant impact upon the services they can provide us. This levy will allow our fire department to address the increased number of medical calls it receives, cutting down on response times when seconds matter most.

For less than what it costs to fill up my gas tank, our neighborhoods will be better served and our families safer because of the services these men and women will be able to provide. I encourage you to vote yes this August.

Danny Peterson, Federal Way

(Note: Peterson is on the Federal Way School Board)

Concerned about school district’s proposed levy I am very concerned about the proposed levy to rebuild Federal Way High School.

Why is a levy being proposed? Long-term bonds of 30 years for such a capital improvement would be much more appropriate especially given the current low interest rates.

The rebuilt school should have a life of 30 years or more and 30-year bonds would spread the cost over the life of the facility, thus reducing the annual cost to the taxpayers. I and other voters would be much more inclined to vote for long-term bonds than the shorter term levy you are proposing.

Jack Herold, Federal Way

Let’s honor our veterans with a local monument I loved reading the column written by Andy Hobbs (June 29) in which he thought out loud about having a veterans memorial in Federal Way. Let us not misunderstand the reason for a monument.

“It is to serve civic life as an example of a single powerful idea.” — Michael J. Lewis, Williams College

Art Professor.

Federal Way, let’s take a closer look at our community, as Andy suggests.

He ardently describes the good that bonds us as we revere our servicemen and women. We are diverse in backgrounds and characteristics, yet we share the same “yearning to be free.”

As we celebrate America’s 236th birthday, we remember the debt we owe to generations of brave men and women who are willing protect us to their last breath.

We are celebrating what we share in common, that we are united.

The veterans memorial is a fine idea.

I put my personal impetus behind it. It can show our love and respect for the best of America, our veterans.

We can build a monument to touch...and to touch us.

United in our conviction that we are one. We can have it, if we decide to.

Maureen Bernardy, Federal Way

Disappointed in The Mirror’s fireworks insert Last Friday, I received my Federal Way Mirror and was very disappointed with one of the advertisements in the paper. There was an insert that was advertising fireworks.

I do not think that a paper that is in a town where fireworks are illegal should have an insert promoting something that is illegal.

Yvonne Bush, Federal Way

Kochmar is the right choice for District 30 rep.

Linda Kochmar has proven herself to be a hard worker who has, through her work on the Federal Way City Council, supported many strategies in the interest of the business community.

What has happened on her watch and with her support?

1. Working with realtors and developers, city fees were changed to “time of sale,” among other things, during 2007/08 to facilitate economic development during stressful economic times.

2. Linda’s stance on the budget during her tenure on the council has been to not raise taxes and to face the challenge of balancing the budget with funds available.

3. When two businesses were poised to close down under financial hardship, Linda supported reducing the gambling tax so the businesses could keep people in Federal Way employed.

4. During her term as mayor, under the old city manager form of government, Linda started the practice of responding herself as mayor, or having city staff respond during council meetings, to citizens who brought questions or issues before the council.

This was a big departure from previous council practice where residents commented but never knew what came of their comments. Mayor Skip Priest has continued this practice under his tenure.

Linda Kochmar is the most qualified candidate and will be an excellent representative for the business community and for citizens of the 30th District as one of our state representatives.

Linda Purlee, Federal Way

We miss those stray cats in Twin Lakes Where are the stray cats?

We have lived in Twin Lakes, Federal Way, for nearly 10 years.

For the last four to five years, we have been feeding a semi-feral female cat (spayed). One year, we captured her and took her to Vets for Less for shots.

Each year, when the neighbors behind us start their noisy fireworks, she runs away for a few days.

This year, about two to three weeks ago, the fireworks started, and unusually loud. We have not seen her since. My 91-year-old dad, who has enjoyed the visit of her and several other wild cats, noticed there are none of our wild friends. None. Does anyone know anything, or is it coyotes?

We have gone to the Federal Way Community Center pool this week, and both yesterday and today, we saw coyotes in the area of Wynstone.

We miss those cats.

Cindi Paris, Federal Way

A response to comments about military careers I would like to reference the comments that were shown in The Mirror on June 29 from Paul Levy. He made the comment that he found the ROTC ceremony at a previous meeting of the Federal Way School Board

to be disturbing.

Apparently, he had his head so far in the sand that he did not know that those young people are the positive future of our community and nation. My son is a pilot in the U.S. Air Force and is flying a $200 million aircraft. What are you responsible for, Mr. Levy?

My son graduated with a four-year degree. A significant part of his focus and maturity was being a member of Central Washington University’s Air Force ROTC. He then went onto Air Force pilot training. I have gotten to know many former ROTC cadets, and each and every one of them is of the highest level of integrity and character, apparently something that Mr. Levy knows little about.

The next time that Mr. Levy flies on a commercial airplane, he should know that many pilots are former military pilots. Mr. Levy questions a future for these young ROTC personnel who were at that board meeting by saying that he questions if a career in the military, or specifically in the USAF, is a career at all.

I am a USAF and Vietnam veteran, and am proud of it. Mr. Levy’s remarks are without equal and are certainly demonstrative of who Paul Levy really is. He should be ashamed of his comments.

Let me just add this. As of June 30, the USAF has sent eight C-130 cargo aircraft modified with bladders to try and curtail the fire, which is spreading through out the Colorado Springs area. I am sure that the families that are being affected by the fire have a different opinion and admiration of these USAF crews. These crews are

professional and committed to doing what their country has asked of them. These missions of support have risks and dangers.

So Mr. Levy, if you want to retract your opinion, I believe that the time is now to do so. “Keep ‘em flying” and aim high.

Patrick Wilson, Federal Way

Sex offender took pics of my granddaughter I appreciate the article regarding the Costco photos (“Sex offender accused of taking pics at Federal Way Costco,” June 21).

My granddaughter is one of these young girls. I know you would be concerned if you have young children and shop at what we think is a family-oriented store.

I understand that Costco uses a contractor that provides food samples.

My daughter has talked with the Federal Way police and thought they were exceptional in regards to this situation. She has also been in contact with the manager of the Federal Way Costco, their corporate office, their security and Homeland Security Investigations.

I would like to thank The Mirror for this coverage. I also have the website info regarding the whole matter.

I think at this point parents with questions need to call the number that The Mirror provided, (206) 442-1638, in order to provide assistance to the investigation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations.

Maureen Hathaway, Federal Way

July 6, 2012 [5] [ JOHNSON from p. 4] they were a good friend, and what healthy choices they made, for example.

• Limit television viewing and watch with them. A recent study has shown that most tweens who watch a lot of TV suffer from lower selfesteem, especially girls.

Talk about what you see and how unrealistic it is.

Don’t let fantasy and celebrities dominate your child’s view of himself or herself. Educate your children about beauty being more than skin deep, and about health being more than a number on the scale.

Talk about it, think about it, and kick fat talk in the butt.

Resources Here are a few resources available to help counter the pervasive messages about Barbie and G.I. Joe-type bodies.

• Operation Beautiful: operationbeautiful.com.

This blog has interactive activities, quotes, and videos to inspire you to end fat talk.

• Love Your Body: loveyourbody. nowfoundation.org/ index.html. Offers activities, products and e-cards around healthy body image.

• You Beauty: www. youbeauty.com. Features quizzes, articles and info about health and beauty myths and facts.

Amy Johnson, MSW, is a coach, educator and trainer in the Pacific Northwest. She works with parents and in sexuality education. Contact: comments@diligentjoy.com.

[6] July 6, 2012 [ ROEGNER from page 4] knows what the three will do next year, but it seems certain that there will be at least one open council seat. The most likely candidate to run would be Koppang, although other names have been mentioned.

Control of the city’s philosophical rudder is at stake. Park and Dovey may or may not be interested in returning to the council.

Being allies of Priest may not be an advantage. Remember, Priest supported Dovey against current City Councilman Bob Celski. And Priest is close to Republican State

www.federalwaymirror.com Rep. Katrina Asay and spoke at her re-election kickoff. This may not sit well with Freeman, who is running against Asay.

Celski is supporting Tony Moore in position one against fellow council member Linda Kochmar. Ferrell is neutral in that race, but is backing Freeman against Asay in position two.

Council members Dini Duclos and Susan Honda, along with Celski and Kochmar, are supporting Asay over Freeman. In politics, candidates have long memories, and these alliances could play a role in future appointments and policy relationships.

The divisions on the city council are not always clear. With two Democrats, two Republicans and three in the middle, sometimes the alignments look partisan. Will the political parties play a role in fielding candidates as they did last year? With four females and three males, at times the alignments appear to be gender-based. Federal Way has several women in positions of community leadership. If one or both of the female incumbents, Kochmar and Burbidge, were to step down, would other female leaders step up?

Lastly, what if school board president Tony Moore is elected

to the Legislature? School board members come from districts, even though they are elected at large. The most prominent name mentioned from Moore’s district is financial adviser Matthew Jarvis, but there could be more.

If Moore, a Republican, is elected to the Legislature, but the Democrats retain control of both Houses, city legislative success will be in the hands of incumbent Democratic Sen. Tracey Eide. In 2010, Moore ran against Eide.

And as noted above, Priest is supporting Asay. Add in the fact that the city didn’t win a lot of friends in Olympia last year with some of

its legislation on Sound Transit, and you may have some awkward moments.

The biggest question will be how the 2012 elections, and the below-the-radar political relationships, affect who has the power to set the direction of the community in 2014.

While you concentrate on who to vote for this year, keep in mind that others are already maneuvering for position on who you vote for next year.

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CALENDAR The World Race garage sale: Kaitlyn and Jessica are holding a garage sale to raise funds to go toward their World Race to serve in 11 countries for 11 months.

Sale runs 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 6 at 31005 44th Ave. SW, Federal Way. Contact (206) 919-6077 or keyesk@uw.edu.

Preschool open house: Federal Way Co-op Preschool will hold an open house 1 to 3 p.m. July 8 for parents of children ages 3-5. Learn more at (206) 697-8481 or www. federalwaypreschool.com.

FW Kiwanis Club: Tickets are on sale for the annual Salmon Bake, slated for July 27 at Steel Lake Park. The Federal Way Noon Kiwanis meets at noon Wednesdays (6 p.m. first Wed. of month) at Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club.

Lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. Upcoming speakers include King County Assessor Lloyd Hara (July 11).

Contact: richardhayek@aol.com.

Intro to handguns: The Armed Defense Training Association will host a free all-ages seminar 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. July 12 at Genesis Realty Classroom, 32014 32nd Ave. S. Contact chad@hiattonline.com or visit armeddefense.org.

PowellsWood Storytelling Festival: This event is coming to Federal Way’s premier private garden on July 13-14. Here’s your chance to listen to master storytellers, or to hone your own storytelling skills. Storytelling for children will be available. Visit powellswood.org.

Jazz LIVE: Free monthly concert features soul jazz pianist Deems Tsutakawa at 5 p.m. July 15 a Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Drive NE, Tacoma. Info: (253) 2299206 or www.marineviewpc.org.

Senior college: The 29th annual “Senior College: Life-Long Learning” runs July 16-20 at Highline Community College, 2400 S. 240th St. This is a chance for adults 55 and older to expand their horizons and meet new friends. Cost is $95 for individuals or $175 for couples.

To register, call (206) 870-3785.

EarthCorps/Friends of the Hylebos: The local conservation group will hold a potluck picnic from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. July 19 at West Hylebos Wetlands Park on South 348th Street. RSVP online at friendsofthehylebos.eventbrite. com or call (206) 979-4464.

Charity golf: The Kiwanis Club of Greater Federal Way is sponsoring its 22nd annual Charity Golf Tournament on July 20 at Whispering Firs Course on Joint Base Lewis McChord. Proceeds benefit various Federal Way students and organizations. Contact (253) 838-3281 or bevtrip@comcast.net.

Garden tour: The Federal Way Symphony will host its annual Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

July 21. Visit six private gardens in the community while learning from Master Gardeners and checking out unusual plants. Tickets are $15 before June 30. Contact (253) 529-9857 or visit federalwaysymphony.org.

Christian singer: Julie Elias will participate in leading worship at Marine View Presbyterian Church from 9 to 10 a.m. July 22. The church is at 8469 East Side Drive NE, Tacoma. Contact hbmunger@ comcast.net or (253) 927-1073.

Federal Way Coalition Against Trafficking: FWCAT, formerly the Federal Way Community Action Team, will host a viewing of “Sex + Money” at 7 p.m. July 24 at the EX3 Ron Sandwith Teen Center, 31453 28th Ave. S. Learn more at www. fwcat.org.

Farmers market: The Federal Way Farmers Market runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons Mall’s southwest

corner parking lot near Sears. This weekend caters to Fathers Day with free massages, live entertainment and hot rods. The market is hosting a Charity Health Run on Aug. 11.

Free fitness conditioning available at the market. Call (253) 261-8157.

Swim lessons: Offered at the Mar Cheri Neighborhood pool through Aug. 30. Cost is $35-$41 for eight lessons in a two-week session.

Email n.k.krueger@gmail.com.

Class of 1972: The Federal Way High School class of 1972 is holding a reunion Sept. 14-15. Contact (253) 941-1034 or melindar54@ live.com or spatty90@aol.com.

Crazy Quilters: Group meets second and fourth Thursdays, starting with social hour at 6 p.m., at Emeritus Assisted Living, 31002 14th Ave. S. Call (253) 344-1767.

Alzheimer’s support group:

Meetings are 6:30 to 8 p.m. first Wednesday of the month at Steel Lake Presbyterian Church, 1829 S. 308th St. Call (253) 838-4658.

FUSION summer arts festival: Friends United to Shelter the Indigent, Oppressed and Needy (FUSION) will hold a Moulin Rouge theme art soiree from 3 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 1, at the Dumas Bay Centre. The event will feature an art walk, entertainment, live

and silent auctions, and raffle for a seven-day ocean cruise for two.

Catered appetizers, wine, beer and espresso will be served. Tickets are $60 at www.fusionfederalway.org or by calling (253) 839-5212.

Live music at Salty’s: Salty’s at Redondo Beach hosts live music from 4 to 6 p.m. Mondays for Happy Hour and 8-10 p.m. Saturdays through September. See a schedule at www.saltys.com.

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with a robot, which determined that the suspicious devices were small solar-powered lawn ornaments that someone placed inside the mailboxes.

Whoever planted the devices put up the mailbox flags so that people would look inside, according to Federal Way police.

The FBI and postal inspectors were advised of the incident.

Upon further investigation, Federal Way police learned that other homeowners had seen kids ripping up lawn ornaments in the neighborhood prior to the call about the suspicious devices in the mailboxes.

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On June 29, a homeowner in the 2400 block of SW 307th Street discovered a “hockey puck” looking device inside their mailbox with a small LED light sticking out of the top, according to Federal Way police. Bomb technicians discovered more than one mailbox, with the flag up, contained the same suspicious item inside.

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Boy Scout Troop 366 celebrates 20th anniversary On July 1, Boy Scout Troop 366 celebrated their 20th year at Camp Kilworth. Among attendees were a couple of the charter Assistant Scoutmasters: Jim Overton and Bruce Honda. Both of their sons Josh Overton and Bryan Honda earned their Eagle Scout rank while in Troop 366.”Many memories are here at Camp Kilworth as my sons attended Cub Scout Day Camp, Camporee Competitions and Eagle Scout Ceremonies. I’m glad to see Troop 366 still going strong and teaching boys about community service here in Federal Way,” said Federal Way City Councilwoman Susan Honda (pictured with Overton). COURTESY PHOTO

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The “consensus” among professional journalists and politicians is that “too many” guns are responsible for out-of-control gun violence.

The police determined that a retired police officer was justified in fatally shooting an intruder during a home invasion in Puyallup. The homeowner suddenly found himself confronting two of the men in his hallway after he heard pounding on his door. Two suspects were taken into custody. Another member of the gang, Joshua Baker, escaped and was at large for several days before he was eventually apprehended by police.

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According to the report, he was able to draw the new boyfriend out of his house, at which point they fought. The new boyfriend attempted to re-enter his house, but was stopped by the suspect and beat about the head with a baseball bat.

• Drunken party fight: At 4:15 a.m. July 1 in the 3900 block of South 337th Street, police responded to reports of a loud party.

It was believed a fight of some sort had taken place. Police interviewed three witnesses, all described as “extremely intoxicated.” The witnesses told police that the fight had occurred between some people all unknown to the witnesses.

• Sporting goods stolen: At 7:58 a.m. July 1 in the 35000 block of 16th Avenue South, the victim’s garage/storage shed was broken into. Electronics and approximately $400 worth of sporting goods were stolen.

• Busted window for nothing: At 9:36 a.m. July 1 in the 27000 block of Pacific Highway South, the victim reported their vehicle had been broken into. According to the report, the driver’s side window was smashed out in order to access a handbag that was in the vehicle.

The handbag’s contents were dumped out, but it appears nothing was taken.

• Angry wife arrested: At 3:05 p.m. July 1 in the 37000 block of 1st Avenue SW, a husband was

assaulted by his wife. According to the report, the wife caused pain and left signs of visible injury on the husband. The wife was arrested and booked into the SCORE jail.

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July 1 in the 600 block of SW Campus Drive, a deceased person was found in Panther Lake. The King County Medical Examiner assisted with the removal of the body. As of press time, the deceased person, a white male between the ages of 25 and 35, has not been identified.

There were no signs of homicidal violence, police report.

• Ex-boyfriend attacked by ex-girlfriend: At 9:01 p.m. July 1 in the 1000 block of SW 308th Street, a woman assaulted her ex-boyfriend during an argument.

According to the report, the victim had red marks on his arm, and his skin had been broken in some spots.

• Painful gun cleaning: At 10:07 p.m. July 1 in the 1900 block of South 308th Street, the victim was cleaning his .380 pistol when it accidentally discharged. The bullet struck the victim in his right hand. The report notes the victim was taken to Harborview and treated for his wound.

• Professional criminal caught: At 9:28 p.m. July 1 in the 1800 block of South 310th Street, the suspect was found to be in possession of a stolen vehicle, stolen license plates, burglary tools and firearm ammunition. The report notes the suspect already had an outstanding felony warrant.

• Attempted break-in leaves homeowner with big bill: At 10:52 a.m. June 30 in the 34000 block of 13th Avenue SW, a homeowner reported that someone had attempted to break into their house. According to the report, there were pry marks around the front door lock and frame, resulting in $500 worth of damages.

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Lawrence was sitting in the Seattle coffee bar, a gathering place for artists and other alternative types, when Ian Stawicki walked through the door just before 11 a.m. May 30.

It is unfortunate that most alternative lifestyle types in Seattle choose to be unarmed. It would have only taken one or two armed musicians to stop much of the carnage.

Lawrence had a brother murdered in the attack on the World Trade Center. He promised himself he would “never hide under a table.”

The shooter ignored Lawrence and the barstool and proceeded to shoot others in the room. One cafe patron escaped by locking himself in the bathroom. Would the media call Lawrence a hero if he had shot the mentally ill attacker and thereby prevented the outcome of the shooting spree — five dead gunshot victims?

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Wars universe. and I hope that this will the shop had raised more “Today, I made 600 Most closely resembling help put us over the top.” than $300 for Austin’s sercupcakes,” she said Friday, Chocolate peanut butter cupcakes on display. ANDY HOBBS, The Mirror Boba Fett, The MandaloThe reason the cost for vice dog. Fantasium, 1500 looking at the rows of rian Mercs are well known the animal is so high is S. 336th St. Suite 12A in Tuesday through Saturday has opened doors for us.” goodies behind a glass case in the geek community Federal Way, will keep the (closes at 6 p.m. WednesThe Rodrigos hope to at Maricel’s Mini Cupcakes and enjoy promoting char- because of all the special factors and tasks the dog comic books on sale until day).

To learn more, call grow the business and in Federal Way. ity events. The Mercs will be trained to perform. the end of July, maintain(206) 992-9332 or visit eventually build their Simply put, she occupied Fantasium for “The dog will either be ing the price of $1. maricelsminicupcakes.com. own commercial loves to bake. But more than four hours BUSINESS kitchen in Federal why make mini Way. Ideally, they cupcakes? hope the business “I had trouble finThe World’s Fair in 1962 brought prospers enough to ishing the big ones,” great pride to the residents of help fund their dream she said.

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Federal Way National continues domination Little League adds two more District 10 championships to its already-impressive 2012 season

By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

The domination of the District 10 all-star tournaments continued last weekend for Federal Way National Little League.

Federal Way won two more district championships Friday and Saturday, giving National three titles so far this postseason.

Federal Way won the District 10 baseball championship in the 10- and 11-year-old division and the district softball title in the 9-10 age group. National also won the 9-10 baseball all-star tournament last week.

Federal Way dominated Auburn Little League in the district championship game in the 10-11 baseball tournament, 13-4, Saturday at GSA Park in Auburn.

On June 30, the Federal Way National 10-11 all star team, coached by Tom Wallat, Mike Niksich and Chuck Miller, captured the District 10 tournament by defeating the Auburn all stars, 13-4.

Auburn actually took a 3-2 lead before Federal Way exploded for 10 runs in the fourth inning to put the game away. Mark Wright led the balanced 12-hit offensive attack by going 3 for 4 with three doubles and two RBIs. Tate Wallat added two hits and two RBIs. The victory capped a 4-0 tournament for National. Federal Way started with a 7-1 win over Auburn, beat Kent in the quarterfinals, 10-7, and downed Soundview, 14-5, to earn the berth into the championship.

National averaged 11 runs a game during the tournament and hit .379 as a team during the four games. The offense was highlighted by home runs from Tommy Davis, Wright and Federal Way National’s Sophia Musiak is ready to hit during a recent game at the Little League softball tournament in [ more little league page 18 ] Auburn. The team lost twice in the championship round to a combined Auburn/Kent team . james sketoe, For the Mirror

Ishikawa back after stint on disabled list

By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

Federal Way High School graduate Travis Ishikawa is playing his way back into shape after spending a month away from the Milwaukee Brewers.

The first baseman was activated from the disabled list on June 25 after being sidelined since May 27 with a left oblique strain.

Ishikawa also spent six games playing for Triple-A Nashville.

“I was just counting down the days to be back,” Ishikawa told the Brewers’ official website. “I was feeling pretty good down there and seeing a couple games on TV made me want to get back that much quicker.”

The injury was a heart-breaker for Ishikawa. He had taken over as pretty much Federal Way grad Travis Ishikawa is back playing first the Brewers’ starting first baseman after the base for the Milwaukee Brewers after spending close to a month on the disabled list. file photo [ more baseball page 17 ]

Rivalry renewed: Eagles, Gators will play on court Boys basketball teams will play Jan. 21 as part of the 2013 King Showcase

By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

It was one of the best rivalries in high school basketball. But the rivalry has been on hold for the last few years.

The Decatur and Federal Way boys basketball teams haven’t played since the 2008-09 season. Since that time, the two schools have been shuffled around the South Puget Sound League divisions before Decatur was reclassified to a Class 3A school before the 2010-11 season.

But that will change next winter when the Gators and Eagles will meet inside Kent’s ShoWare Center at 6 p.m. on Jan. 21 as part of the 2013 King Showcase. The two schools always

seem to be among the area’s elite, and there always seems to be something big on the line when they play each other.

According to Decatur Head Coach Kevin Olson, the game came about after Federal Way was forced to pull out of a holiday tournament in Arizona and needed some non-league games.

The director of the 2013 King Showcase, Federal Way resident Steve Turcotte, was able to convince longtime Eagle coach Jerome Collins and Olson to play each other after three seasons apart.

“We were already in the event,” Olson said. “(The Arizona trip) fell through, so they needed some nonleague games.”

The last time the two teams played came in the 2009 SPSL Championship game with Federal Way winning in double overtime, 69-63. It was also the start of the postseason run by the [ more rivalry page 17 ]

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Briefs: Kukors makes Olympic team

By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

Olympic dreams finally came true for Auburn’s Ariana Kukors.

The world record-holder in the 200-meter individual medley, Kukors settled for a slower time but secured a berth on the U.S. Olympic swim team Thursday night. Kukors was born in Federal Way and trained Ariana Kukors extensively at the King County Aquatic Center before moving to California.

Kukors, an Auburn Mountainview graduate, finished second in her specialty at the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials in Omaha, Neb., earning a ticket to the London Summer Games (July 27-Aug. 12).

Kukors’ time of 2:11.30 was 1.08 slower than winner Caitlin Leverenz, but 0.25 seconds faster

[ baseball from page 14 ] team’s previous starter, Mat Gamel, suffered a torn ACL in his knee May 2 while chasing down a foul ball.

Ishikawa had played in 18 of the Brewers’ 21 games during the month of May before suffering the oblique injury. The 2002 Federal Way grad had a huge game during an 8-0 win over the New York Mets on May 15.

Ishikawa was 3 for 4 with two home runs and five RBIs. On the season, Ishikawa is hitting .250 with four home runs, 17 RBIs and eight runs in 72 at bats.

After spending nine seasons with the San Francisco Giants, Ishikawa signed a minor league deal with the Brewers in December after shoulder surgery in June on his non-throwing arm. He suffered the injury while playing for the Fresno Grizzlies, the Giants’ AAA affiliate.

Ishikawa was hitting .251 with three home runs, 18 RBIs and 14 doubles in 56 games for the Grizzlies last season before the shoulder injury.

Ishikawa was a Giants’ draft pick out of Federal Way in 2002 and played 281 games for the team since 2006. He had a lifetime batting average of .265 with 15 home runs, 80 RBIs, 30 doubles in 603 at-bats for San Francisco.

Ishikawa spent a bulk of the 2009 season as the Giants’ everyday first baseman after an impressive spring training. During that season, Ishikawa hit .261 with

than third-place finisher Elizabeth Pelton.

“I can’t say that I’m happy with that time, but considering the amount of nerves I’ve been feeling the last 24 hours, I’ll take it,” said Kukors, a Pac-10 champion at the University of Washington before embarking on an international career. “I know I will have to make a lot of changes for London.”

Four years ago, Kukors missed the Beijing Olympics by 0.08 seconds, falling short in the 200 IM finals at the U.S. Olympic Trials.

But she trained hard, improved and fought her way to a longawaited berth.

“It was the most emotional thing for me,” she said of her accomplishment.

Kukors battled pre-race nerves and jitters, but relied on family support to help her rally in the final race.

Kukors holds the world record in the 200 individual medley (long course) and has won seven medals

nine home runs and 39 RBIs in 120 regular season games.

Barnette rolling in Japan League Tony Barnette has found a home away from home in Japan. The Thomas Jefferson High School graduate is currently in his third season playing Tony Barnette professional baseball with the Yakult Tokyo Swallows of Japan’s Central League.

Barnette, 28, originally signed a one-year deal with the Swallows on Jan. 7, 2010, after a steady rise through the minor league system of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ organization.

The Diamondbacks drafted the right-handed pitcher in the 10th-round in 2006 following a stellar career at Arizona State University.

He started out in rookie ball in 2006, pitched in the Single-A Midwest League in 2007, the Double-A Southern League in ‘08 and spent the entire 2009 season playing for the Reno Aces of the Triple-A Pacific Coast League.

Barnette finished 14-8 with a 5.79 earned-run average for Reno before inking with the Yakult Swallows during the off-

in major international competition, two golds, three silvers and two bronze spanning the World and the Pan Pacific Championships.

Kukors set the world record in the 200 IM (2:06.15) at Italy in July 2009.

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This is easily Barnette’s best season in Japan. He is currently working as the Swallows’ closer. On the season, Barnette is 1-1 with 19 saves and a 2.32 earnedrun average in 32 appearances.

It’s a far cry from how Barnette’s journey to Japan began. In 2010, he was just 4-5 with a 5.99 ERA. He gave up 99 hits in 79 innings and struck out 70, mostly as a starter.

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[ rivalry from page 14 ] Eagles, which ended with the program’s first and only state championship. Federal Way entered the game as the topranked team in the state and Decatur was ranked second. The Eagles also beat the Gators earlier in the season at the University of Washington in another one-two matchup.

Despite playing in six consecutive state tournaments, the Gators’ last win over Federal Way came in 2008. That was the season that saw Federal Way and Decatur play a grand total of four times.

The two teams split the meetings, 2-2, but Federal Way got the last laugh when they beat the Gators in the Class 4A state semifinals inside the Tacoma Dome. The win led the Eagles into their first of two-straight state championship game appearances.

If things play out, the Eagles basically return their entire team from a season ago. Federal Way advanced into the regional round of the Class 4A State

Jan. 12, 2011, for a second shot.

The contract included a club option for 2012, which the Swallows picked up during the offseason. The one-year extension is worth 58 million yen ($718,330 dollars).

Last season, Barnette made the move into the Swallows’ bullpen and had an impressive year.

He turned into one of the best set-up relievers in the league, notching 22 holds and two saves and had a solid 2.68 ERA in 48 games.

He allowed only 43 hits in 47 innings pitched and struck out 54.

After graduating from TJ in 2002, Barnette moved on to pitch at Central Arizona

Tournament, where they lost to Jackson, 50-45.

First-team, All-SPSL selections Brayon Blake and DeeShawn Tucker are set to be one of the most dominant point guard-forward combinations in the state. Blake averaged 15.9 points a game and Tucker chipped in 11.3. Also back are Deonte Anderson (9.8 points a game), D’Londo Tucker (9.5) and Malik Montoya (6.4).

Decatur is in a different boat, entirely. The Gators basically lost their entire team, including all-state guard Dom Hunter (21.0 a game). Also gone will be Markus Rawls (13.8) and Jeff Bartley (6.1).

But Olson also suffered an unexpected loss following the school year when he learned senior-to-be Abraham Ferrell-Logan was moving to Virginia. Ferrell-Logan averaged 12.0 points a game and was a second-team, All-SPSL 3A selection.

“Hopefully, we’ll be able to fill that loss as we were anticipating him taking over the leading scoring role for us,” Olson said.

Community College before a two-year stint at Arizona State, where he pitched at the 2005 College World Series.

The Swallows put Barnette and his wife, Hillary in a two-bedroom apartment in Tokyo’s bustling Shinjuku district.

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The team includes Malachi Afework, Blake Beck, Tommy Davis, Gavin Knapp, Travis Miller, Brandon Niksich, Brandham Ponce, Ben Ray, Kyle Russell, Tyler Tribble, Tate Wallat and Mark Wright.

The team is coached by Tom Wallat, Mike Niksich and Chuck Miller.

The team now advances to the state tournament, which begins July 14. The 10-11 tournament will be at Mill Creek’s Freedom Fields.

The team includes nine players who were a part of the Federal Way National 9-10 all-star team that finished second at last year’s state tournament.

The Federal Way National 9-10 fastpitch all-star team also dominated in the championship game and got a no-hitter from Leyna Wiley to beat Tahoma, 100, in four innings at Browns Point Elementary School on Friday.

Federal Way beat Soundview in their opener, downed Tahoma in the quarterfinals and beat Bonney Lake/Sumner in the semifinals. But National was beaten by Tahoma in the first championship game on Thursday in extra innings, necessitating Friday’s contest.

The team now advances to the state tournament, which begins July 14 at David Douglas Park in Vancouver.

The National team includes Abigail Cretti, Callie Davis, Ainsely Yoshizumi, Kaycie Haven, Sierra Jasso, Jessica Karmell, Maclairen Magruder, Tiana McLarty, Destiny Medina, Faith Morris, Emma Ray, Kawehi

Sharpe, Anna Swanson and Leyna Wiley. The team is coached by Tom Magruder.

• A combined team from Federal Way National and Soundview lost to a combined team from Kent/Auburn twice in the championship round of the District 10 Little League (11-12) Softball Tournament at Brannan Park in Auburn.

The team rolled into the championship with victories over Bonney Lake/Sumner in the opening round and downed South Hill/Fife/Milton/ Edgewood/Chinook in the semifinals.

The two wins forced Kent/Auburn to beat Federal Way/Soundview twice to take home the District 10 tournament.

The team included Kaelyn Barnwell, Taytum Blake, Karsyn Bryant, Tina Carterman, Riley Clark, Marissa Fenton, Sierra Harriage, Autumn Harris, Amanda Henderson, Halli McGraw, Sophia Musiak, Kaela Nokes, Grace Sunitsch and Hannah Togia. The team is managed by Austin Koehler.

• A combined Federal Way National/Soundview team finished second in the 10-11 District 10 softball tournament. National lost to Auburn/Kent in the championship game Saturday at Brannan Park in Auburn.

The team opened with a victory over Chinook/Fife/ Milton/Edgewood Sunday before losing to Auburn/ Kent in the semifinals. They then beat Chinook/Fife/ Milton in the loser’s bracket to earn the berth in the championship.

The team included Riley Anderson, Hannah Blackmon, Camille Colglazier, Lindsay Cummings, Lacey McMullin, Nayah Page, Audrey Patton, Marie Palomo, Rebecca Renner, Brianna Thompson, Sarah Williams and Alexandria Zanger.

www.federalwaymirror.com • The marquee event of the all-star tournament season, the 2012 Little League (11-12) kicks off Thursday, July 7 at the Federal Way National Complex. The tournament ultimately culminates at the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa., in August.

Federal Way opens at 9 a.m. against South Hill Little League. The team includes Antonio Burns, Connor Keene, Eli Graham, Ethan Rogers, Evan Brewer, Garrett Morris, Jaycee Fraser, Luke Tedrick, Quin

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Steel Lake gets things going, also at 9 a.m., against Bonney Lake/Sumner. The Steel Lake team consists of Ryan Angelot, Darnel Calugay, Anujay (AJ) Chopra, Colin Floyd, Cory Jex, Jake Jex, Cameron Naden, Nicholas Oka, Brandon Sanders, Daniel Shafer, Jordan Taylor, Jared Thompson, Michael Woods and Travis Zumwalt. The team is coached by Justin Compton, Brandon Severson and Aaron Bronson.

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World Vision ACT:S is a network committed to connecting faith and justice and using creative activism to bring issues to life for our generation. World Vision is headquartered in Federal Way. “I love advocating about injustices, the outdoors and spiritual journeys,” Brubaker said. “So this is an incredible opportunity to combine all three.”

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Conference as a Adding to the drama on midfielder. Hanson also had Friday is the fact that the a solid freshman season at Sounders U-23 suffered Barry University in Florida. only two losses this season, The midfielder helped and both have come against Barry advance into the the Pumas. third round of the NCAA The Sounders U-23 team Division II Tournament. includes four players with McCLuskey is a 2005 Federal Way ties. Recent graduate of Seattle Univer-

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Nomination forms are available at Memorial Field or can be requested by mail by contacting Greg Flynn at gflynn@fwps.org.

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Approved institutional advertising is available at Federal Way Memorial Field and/or high school gymnasiums and fields.

Signage fees may be dedicated to a specific school or distributed evenly to all high schools.

All business or organizational advertising will be in the form of a vinyl banner authorized by the FWSD. Outside banners will be 4’x 6’ and interior 3’x5’. After an initial fee of $500, there will be a yearly renewal fee of $200. All signs will be made by the FWPS and are subject to Policy 7414 (Business Sponsorships) available on the district website or at Memorial Field.

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NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS) Proposed Amendments Related to Reducing On-Site Open Space Standards for Multifamily Development in the City Center-Core and City Center-Frame Zones (Non-Project Action) File No’s: 12-102110-00-SE & 12-102109-00-UP Description: The proposal is an amendment to the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, “Zoning and Development Code” use zone charts associated with the City Center-Core (CC-C) and City Center-Frame (CC-F) zones that reduces the open space standard from 200 to 100 square feet per unit; modifies open space definitions in FWRC 19.05; and modifies FWRC 19.115, “Community Design Guidelines.”

Location: City Center-Core (CC-C) and City Center-Frame (CC-F) zoning districts Applicant: Department of Community and Economic Development Lead Agency: City of Federal Way Staff Contact: S e n i o r P l a n n e r J a n e t S h u l l , 253-835-2644, janet.shull@cityoffederalway.com The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment, and an environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist, Federal Way Comprehensive Plan, and other municipal policies, plans, rules, and regulations designated as a basis for exercise of substantive authority under the State Environmental Policy Act pursuant to RCW 43.31C.110. This information is available to the public on request.

Further information regarding this action is available to the public upon request from the Department of Community and Economic Development.

This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on July 20, 2012.

Unless modified by the City, this determination will become final following the above comment deadline. Any person aggrieved of the City’s final determination may file an appeal with the City within 14 days of the above comment deadline. You may appeal this determination to the Federal Way City Clerk, at the City of Federal Way, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003 no later than 5:00 p.m. on, August 3, 2012 by a written letter

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FWM1912 Date Published: July 6, 2012.

CITY OF FEDERAL WAY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS STATE LOBBYIST/PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE I. PURPOSE OF REQUEST. The City of Federal Way, Washington, (“City”) is requesting proposals to contract with a lobbyist to represent the City for the 2013 Legislative Session as well as in the greater Puget Sound region on a variety of public affairs and economic development objectives. The City’s needs are outlined in the following Request for Proposals (“RFP”).

II. TIME SCHEDULE. The City will follow the following timetable, which should result in a selection of a firm in August 2012.

Issue RFP June 29, 2012 Deadline for Submittal of Proposals 2:00 pm July 27, 2012 III. INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS. A. All proposals should be sent to: Jeri-Lynn Clark City of Federal Way Purchasing 33325 8th Ave. S. Federal Way, WA 98003 (253) 835-2526 B. All proposals must be in a sealed envelope and clearly marked in the lower left-hand corner: “RFP State Lobbyist/Public Affairs” C. All proposals must be received by July 27, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. PST, at which time they will be opened. Three (3) copies of the RFP must be presented. No faxed, telephone, or e-mail proposals will be accepted.

D. For the complete RFP - State Lobbyist/Public Affairs, please see the City of Federal Way website www.cityofederalway.com Name of Publication: Dates: Federal Way Mirror June 29, 2012 July 06, 2012 Daily Journal of Commerce June 30, 2012 July 07, 2012 City of Federal Way Web site June 29, 2012 thru www.cityoffederalway.com July 27, 2012 FWM 1907

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Elderly nursing home residents, an editorial said, were denied consensual sex for safety reasons.

That’s not the case in the U.S., where assisted living facilities are heavily regulated. Caregivers for dementia patients go through statemandated training, which covers situations including sex and intimacy.

Dementia describes a serious loss in mental function, from memory to language to judgment. This impairment leads to unpredictable and inappropriate sexual expressions, such as unwanted advances or masturbation in public.

“We make sure it’s safe,” said Leslie Kone, a Seattle physical therapist for 35 years at multiple care facilities. She has never seen a nursing home resident restrained from consensual contact. “Patients are free to do what they want. It’s their right.”

Care facilities often notify families of residents who form new relationships.

The topic of sex creates an awkward conversation.

“It’s difficult to talk with people about their parents,” said Sunya Grantham, executive director of Foundation House in Federal Way. “The common phrase is, ‘my mom would never do that,’ or ‘my dad would never do that.’”

In the end, a care facility’s obligation is to residents.

“What the family wants is one thing, and what the resident wants is another,” Grantham said. “They are human beings, regardless of their age.”

Related notes • The Alzheimer’s Association reports that one in eight older Americans has the disease, the sixthleading cause of death.

• Sex has health benefits for adults of all ages. Sex reduces stress and boosts immunity. Sex is great exercise, requiring a physical exertion equivalent to walking up one or two flights of stairs.

PowellsWood Storytelling Festival is coming to town

By ANDY HOBBS editor@federalwaymirror.com

Some of the world’s top storytellers will converge in Federal Way at the first PowellsWood Storytelling Festival.

Listen to masters perform folk tales based on real people, historical events and personal experiences. These storytellers don’t read from a book. They mesmerize audiences with engaging and emotional tales told in their own words.

The event runs July 13-14 at the PowellsWood private garden at 430 S. Dash Point Road in Federal Way. Festival organizer Margaret Read MacDonald, Ph.D., travels the world telling stories.

This retired King County children’s librarian wants people to “discover the joy of storytelling — the pleasure of just sinking into a tale and being drawn along by a caring teller.”

“It’s a glimpse into other cultures and a glimpse into the hearts of these storytellers,” she said.

Presenters include Alton Chung, who will share oral histories of JapaneseAmericans from World War II. Debra Harris-Branham, a librarian at Campbell Hill Elementary in Renton, will tell African-American folk tales with audience participation. Norm Brecke, who teaches at Kennydale Elementary School in Renton, combines music and story to engage listeners of all ages. Joe Hayes from Santa Fe, N.M., shares Southwest tales in a slow drawl, sometimes in Spanish and English.

Stories can last a few minutes to a halfhour, transporting audiences to a world created by the teller. In his stories, Alton Chung brings emotions to the surface, colored by his own life experiences. He likens the storyteller’s role as a train conductor, leading the listeners on a ride.

For one story, Chung adopts the persona of a Japanese soldier who tries to save the lives of hundreds of girls forced

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Furniture sale: The Kiwanis Club of Greater Federal Way will host its charity outdoor patio furniture sale on Aug. 4 at the Federal Way Farmers Market, which runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at The Commons Mall parking lot.

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Alton Chung will share oral histories of JapaneseAmericans from World War II at the festival in Federal Way. COURTESY PHOTO to live with his fellow soldiers. The girls’ diaries shape the scope of Chung’s stories as he explores the horrors of war.

“It’s absolutely horrific what these girls went through,” said Chung, a native Hawaiian who now lives in Vancouver, Wash. He researches the dark corners of his heritage, hoping to dig up stories that need to be told — stories that will help enrich the culture from which they came.

“A lot of these stories are so tightly held,” he said. “For me, it’s like learning history.”

Festival info and parking • Workshops and day camp programs run all day Friday, July 13. Registration for this portion is required, as prices vary for workshops and space is limited.To register, email mrm@MargaretRead Macdonald.com.

• Listeners of all ages are invited to hear stories from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 14. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children and $20 for a family. To learn more, visit powellswood.org/festival or call (253) 529‑1620.

• Festival parking is available at Sacajawea Middle School, 1101 S. Dash Point Road. Shuttles will take visitors to the PowellsWood Garden. Parking at the garden is reserved for staff and vendors.

restored historic David T. Denny Cabin and the John Barker Cabin at West Hylebos Wetlands Park, 411 S. 348th St. Cabins will be open noon to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. Contact (253) 945-7842.

World Vision tours: World Vision’s interactive center takes visitors of all ages on a selfguided journey through World Vision’s rich history of child sponsorship, advocacy, relief, and development work. Interactive displays, stunning photos, stories, audio, and video all share how

transformational development is restoring hope to communities in poverty around the world. Call (253) 815-2555.

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As part of the investigation, police discovered a cashfor-gold business on Pacific Highway that appeared to be running as a fence, which is a middleman that deals with stolen goods, Wilson said. Federal Way police executed a search warrant on that business, and made arrests, in conjunction with the investigation.

“Within a 10-day period, the number of burglaries just dropped. Once we had them in custody…it dropped,” he said. “We’re very encouraged by getting those two individuals into custody.”

According to the data compiled by FWPD, from June 1-14 of this year, there were 44 burglaries reported. As soon as these two suspects were apprehended, there were only 14 burglaries reported from June 15-27.

FWPD estimates the two suspects averaged two to three burglaries a day.

Wilson said these two professional burglars took a simple approach in casing homes.

“The standard approach of these two suspects … was just to knock at the door and see if anyone was home,” he said.

Surprisingly, one of the suspects was a woman, Wilson shared.

“One of the suspects looked like a professional businesswoman. You would have never suspected that she was a career burglary suspect. She could have walked in here, and no one would have thought twice about it,” he said, referencing the council chambers in City Hall.

“This particular woman had a professional window breaking tool that would break just a little bit to get it to be able to open a door — a very quiet means by which to get into a house.”

Wilson said community involvement is vital in policing crimes like home burglary, referencing the 500 or so people who have signed up for the city’s Safe City program in Twin Lakes.

Along with that, he encourages citizens to contact police when something or someone seems out of place.

In the case of being home when someone is attempting to break into a house, residents should let the would-be burglar know they’re in the house.

“The best thing to do is to let them know you’re there.

If they think someone is in the house, they’ll go,” Wilson said. “They don’t want that confrontation.”

Councilman Bob Celski asked if there was any data that proves homes with alarm systems are safer against burglary than those without alarms. Wilson replied in the affirmative.

“If an alarm is in the residence, then often times it’s too much of a risk. People will not enter or take the steps to go into that residence,” he said. “Regardless of whether it’s monitored or not, a horn blasting out the entries…is too risky.”

Mayor Skip Priest said community involvement is an important key to keeping neighborhoods crime free.

“It’s important to remind everyone, that while we have officers in the neighborhoods, it’s incumbent on all of us to be aware of what’s going on in our neighborhoods,” Priest said. “And then help the police to ensure that our neighborhoods are full of less, rather than more, burglaries.”

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