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A 24-year-old Bremerton man accused of robbing a Coupeville pharmacy at gunpoint two years ago was finally charged with the crime, but remains in an Oregon prison, according to court documents. Prosecutors charged George Skurtu in Island County Superior Court Sept. 26 with first-degree robbery. Skurtu became a suspect in the Jan. 4, 2010 robbery after he and another man were arrested for armed robbery four days later in Dallas, Ore. The detective in Oregon noted that Skurtu matched the description of the Coupeville suspect and that the modus operandi of the robberies were the same, court documents state. The police in Oregon found a label in the suspects’ possessions that came off an Oxycontin bottle from Linds Pharmacy in Coupeville. They also found a receipt from the Coupeville-Port Townsend ferry route from the day of the robbery, according to court documents. Island County Senior Deputy Prosecutor Eric Ohme said he’s been waiting to receive the evidence from Oregon before charging Skurtu; prosecutors in Oregon have been holding all the evidence for their case. Skurtu was convicted of robbery and sent to prison, but now he’s appealing. Ohme said he still doesn’t have the evidence, but he had to charge Skurtu because the deadline for filing was approaching. According to the police report, the suspect allegedly entered the Lind’s Coupeville Pharmacy at about 10:30 in the morning, pulled down a ski mask and pulled out a gun. The robber followed the woman who works the counter as she ran into the back room. He threw her a backpack and told her to fill it with Oxycontin, and escaped with 14 bottles. Another employee was able to hide in the back room of the store and call 911, but the suspect was gone by the time deputies with the Coupeville Marshal’s Office arrived.
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Marianne Brabanski of Coupeville and Antje Bahe of Brieselang, Germany peruse the autumn squash at the Prairie Bottom Farm booth on Saturday at the Coupeville Farmers Market. This Saturday, Oct. 13 is HarvestFest, the final day of the season for the market, which includes the Giant Pumpkin Contest and the wild-and-wacky Harvest Relay Races, a fundraiser for Gifts from the Heart food bank.
Cingular gets town utility tax credit By Elisabeth Murray Staff Reporter
The Town of Coupeville has settled a lawsuit with New Cingular Wireless PCS LLC. The town is one of more than 100 municipalities in Washington to have been sued by the mobile Internet service provider. The settlement provides Cingular Wireless, formerly AT&T Mobility, with a credit of about $5,300 against its future local utility taxes. This amount is 90 percent of the last three years of the claim. The initial claim of over $6,000 had been submitted in November 2010 – the total amount of tax money the company had paid to the town. “This is a very complicated litigation involving many cities (more than 100) and many potential defenses,” Coupeville’s attorney, Thom Graafstra, wrote in advising the town. “None of the defenses have been
legally tested and the outcome of the litigation is uncertain at this time.” In addition to the uncertainty, the attorney advised the town to settle because the town’s defense costs would more than likely have exceeded the settlement amount. The settlement also releases the town from any further liability with regard to the claim. According to Graafstra, the settlement amount is consistent with that paid by other small cities and towns. Settlement was also advised by Graafstra because the town does not have insurance for this claim and received a denial of coverage from its insurer. “(Settlement) is the most cost effective way to handle this,” Coupeville Mayor Nancy Conard said. The lawsuits against Coupeville and the other towns followed a class action lawsuit that had been brought against AT&T Mobility by mobile Internet subscribers for
collecting taxes and fees on data usage. The lawsuit alleged that the practice of charging customers taxes and fees on mobile access violated the Internet Tax Freedom Act. Whether or not this practice in fact violates this federal law or other state laws was never determined. No opinion was rendered by the court as to the merits of the claims or the defenses provided by AT&T Mobility. By settling the class action, both sides agreed that AT&T Mobility was not admitting liability or that it had done anything wrong. Instead, a settlement allowed for the avoidance of expensive and time-consuming litigation. The settlement class included anyone who had paid taxes, fees or surcharges to AT&T Mobility for data plans using laptop connect cards, pay-per-use data services, and smartphone data plans including those for the Blackberry and iPhone between Nov. 1, 2005 through Sept. 7, 2010.
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Admirals Cove weighs future of community pool By Elisabeth Murray Staff Reporter
The gate has been padlocked and a red sign in the window says “closed.” The Admirals Cove Beach Club pool has closed for the season, but some in the community hope it’s closed for good. Other community members are hoping to rescue it from demolition. “When we purchased here, we bought with the expectation that we and our kids and grandkids would be able to use the pool,” homeowner Suzy Palmer said. A past member of the pool committee, Palmer is seeking election to the beach club board. The community election takes place this month. Admirals Cove, located just off Hwy. 20 south of Coupeville, offers two types of club memberships. Active membership is required of the 603 lot owners in Admirals Cove, while a limited number of associate memberships
are available to those who apply to use the recreational facilities, which also include a private beach, lake and picnic shelter. One argument for the pool’s closure is that the needed repairs will come with a hefty price tag, and paying for them could be a burden to those in the community living on a fixed income. At over 40 years old, the pool, the concrete deck surrounding it and the building have started to show their age and some 20 years of deferred maintenance. “The pool has come to the end of its normal, useful life,” said Karen Shaak, a current board member. In the next few months the board will research ways of rehabilitating the aging structure, and come up with some solutions to present to the membership, she said. The membership will then vote on how, and if, it wants to proceed with saving the pool. “It is up to the membership,” Shaak said. “We are
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Admirals Cove homeowner Suzy Palmer is hoping to gain support for a plan to rehabilitate the community’s pool, which is in need of expensive repair and maintenance work. Without further investment, the pool could be closed for good. But some in the neighborhood say they don’t use the pool and don’t want to help pay for the work – even if it does make their homes more marketable to many homebuyers. not a homeowners’ association. We can’t force anything on the members.” If the members decide to close the pool, it will affect
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more than just neighborhood residents. The facility has long been used by the Coupeville Lions Club for youth swimming lessons. Paying for repairs could require either a beach club dues increase, a one-time assessment by the association or a combination of the two. Annual dues are approximately $130. An alternative proposal from current board member Dustin Frederick would be a fundraiser, such as a “buy a brick” program, where each donor is honored with a brick embossed with their name.
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Estate agrees. Having the pool, plus the other features like the beach shelter and children’s jungle gym make it a great place for young families to purchase, McFayden said. A Windermere on South Main Street advertising a lot in the community lists the pool as an amenity. The non-swimmers would still benefit from the marketing that having the pool provides when it comes time to sell – even as their neighbors foot more of the bill of keeping it swimmable. The community still doesn’t have a clear idea of how much it will cost to restore the pool facility, Frederick said. Previous estimates were done up to three years ago, and the scope of the project remains uncertain. Refurbishing the pool could cost between $150,000 to $200,000. Repairing the pool building could cost $50,000, and replacing it could cost some $200,000. However, newer estimates or more extensive repairs could increase these numbers further. Palmer and Frederick both believe that a solution can be found – and getting rid of a pool right on the beach with a view of the Olympic Mountains is not the answer. Under current state and federal environmental regulations, Palmer said, a pool like they currently have could not be built so close to the beach and its spectacular views of Admiralty Inlet and the Olympic Mountains. “This is a lovely place,” Palmer said. “It is the centerpiece of our community.”
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Dedication earns honors for Booster Club mom By Jim Waller Staff Reporter
She works behind the scenes – she prefers it that way – but her efforts haven’t gone unnoticed. District 1 (Western Washington school districts north of Seattle) of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association recently presented Coupeville’s Christy Kellison with the Dave DuVall Award for her dedication to CHS athletics. It didn’t take long for Kellison to get involved with the Booster Club after moving to Coupeville from Oregon in 2008. In 2009, she was named to its board and she has served as president for the past three years. Kellison “goes above and beyond with her service to the Coupeville athletic program,” according to the nomination form submitted by Coupeville High School. “(We) can’t say enough about Christy and her involvement to our school and community and how she rallies the community around her to get involved,”
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Christy Kellison – at center in black – is surrounded by fellow Coupeville Booster Club moms Tami Aparicio, Aimee Bishop, Linda Hammer, Lisa Edlin and Abbie Martin at Saturday’s Coupeville High School Homecoming football game. The group staffed the Booster Club booth, selling T-shirts, sweatshirts and other Wolves logo items. Kellison recently was honored for her efforts in support of the Wolves sports teams. the nomination read. “It is people like her who keep the spirit alive in our small town of Coupeville.”
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for district play, displaying spirit flags, helping organize Coupeville High School’s first Homecoming parade
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applied to each property. The valuation information is expected to be presented to the port commissioners this month. The information will help determine whether the commissioners will continue with the process for the conservation easement that has to be approved by both the Port of Coupeville and the county. Island County last year awarded the port district a Conservation Futures Fund award for the easement at the farm. The appraisal will help determine the amount of the award.
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tive impact kids gain from participating in athletics,” she said. “With the budget cuts and shortfalls in the athletic department at CHS, the school has turned to the Booster Club for help,” she said. “Our goal is to enhance the CHS student’s athletic experience.” All of the Booster Club board members are parents of current athletes. Kellison’s youngest child is a senior this year, but graduation won’t likely slow her down. “I am considering continuing,” she said. “We have a great board and there are so many more things we can do. I’m not sure I can step down because I don’t have a student at the school.” Kellison is quick to say that her involvement in the Booster Club isn’t just work. It’s a lot of fun, too. “I’ve have met many great people being involved with the Booster Club,” she said. The folks she works with likely feel the same way.
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Work is starting on information needed for establishing a conservation easement at Greenbank Farm. Commissioners for the Port of Coupeville, which owns the farm, recently approved a $9,000 contract with Edmonds-based Terra Valuations to conduct the appraisal. Leaders at the Port of Coupeville and Greenbank Farm want the conservation easement so it would add another layer of protection to the agricultural, recreational and environmentally sensitive
lands that make up the bulk of the farm’s acreage. Pat Powell, executive director for the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, said the appraisal will help determine the value of the potential conservation easement. The Land Trust has been tapped by the port to facilitate the development of the easement. The port is agreeing to surrender development rights to basically several pieces of property on both sides of Wonn Road. Powell said the value considerations for the proposed easement would come from the development rights the port would be will-
last year (and maintaining its success this year), putting together fundraisers and organizing the spring banquet for coaches and athletes. She recently spearheaded the effort to complete a wolf mural for the gymnasium and to get a new sound system for the stadium. Kellison said she wishes the award would go unnoticed. “The Booster Club consists of all volunteers,” she said. “I like to work as a team, so to single one out for an award interrupts our teamwork.” Kellison always says “we” when discussing accomplishments and emphasizes that what gets done goes far beyond just her own efforts. Supporting Wolves sports is a fulfilling mission, she says. “While there are many organizations to volunteer for, I like being involved with the Booster Club because of my strong belief of the posi-
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Homecoming 2012 Photos by Kasia Pierzga Denny and Marci Zylstra served as this year’s Homecoming parade marshals, riding aboard Dale Sherman’s jazzed-up farm trailer.
ABOVE: Junior Manuel Lopez-Santillana and senior Amanda d’Almeida display their fancy footwork in a laser battle.
ABOVE: Iris Ryckaert, Nicole Becker, Mekare Bowen, Emily Clay and Jai’lysa Hoskins show off their Wolf pack pride. RIGHT: The furry Wolf mascots bring up the tail end of the parade.
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Disillusioned voter now advocates for Jill In all the years I’ve been eligible to vote I have only exercised that right once. In my opinion, it’s always voting for two different evils. I believe politicians are only in it for their own personal gains/agendas; not working for or representing us! The only reason I did vote that one time was I felt so strongly about one person NOT winning the position they were running for that I wanted to vote for anyone just to get one more vote for someone else other than that person. Fast forward 20 years and I find myself in just the opposite position. I feel so strongly about wanting Jill Johnson as our next Island County commissioner that I am going to come out of my voting retirement and cast my vote in support of her run to obtain that position. My reasoning is not because I call her a friend that I have known for many years but because she has proven to me not just by words but by actions that she is in it for the people. Where no other politician before has convinced me, she has demonstrated to me that at least one politician has the passion and the want to serve us! From as far back as I can remember (high school) she has been the driving force behind many school as well as community projects that were for the sole betterment of those entities. The entire time going at those with shear passion and determination until the goal at hand was reached. It’s that determination, self sacrifice, and unselfishness that I want to see representing our community.
– Barry Mozes Clinton
House candidate Hayes lacks substance At the League of Women Voters forum in Anacortes last week, a question came up about timber sales and how they relate to funding education. Every candidate, including his opponent Tom Riggs, had a thoughtful answer and explanation – except for Dave Hayes, who said, “I don’t really understand how those two things are connected [chuckle, chuckle].” How can he claim that funding education is his main priority when he doesn’t even understand that the Washington Department of Natural Resources funds our schools through timber sales? Hayes is all style and no substance, and the absolutely wrong choice for state representative. In contrast, Tom Riggs constantly has specific policy positions and answers to questions and should be our choice for State Representative.
– Laura Lewis Stanwood
Casting my votes for Jeff and Jill Election time is just around the corner. I’m sure most of you realize our local economy is not good and what our county government has been doing to property owners doesn’t
help matters. A recent attempt by our county government to shove an overpriced, ill- advised sewer project down the throats of Freeland property owners is one example and, in my opinion, is NOT a dead issue but is just waiting to once again arise. Sure to follow will be imposed solutions to address “storm water runoff” and then “incorporation.” For Freelanders, guess who gets to pay? For those of you living elsewhere in Island County and thinking that this problem is of no concern to you, think again. You’ll be helping to pay through the cash register should you ever decide to shop in Freeland. More important, allowing the two commissioners currently running for reelection to impose for their own self-serving interests on the rest of us can and will lead to more problems. Many of the “solutions” proposed by these commissioners will make living in our beautiful county more unaffordable for the average citizen. Fortunately, here in Island County, we are being offered two superb alternatives to the status quo of the past. Their names are Jeff Lauderdale and Jill Johnson. If you agree with me, I encourage you to forward the links to their websites to all of your family and friends living in Island County and encourage them to vote on Nov. 6. It is very important we vote in commissioners who will listen to ALL Island County citizens, set correct priorities, and make decisions based on what the majority of Island County citizens want, not personal agendas. The time has come to stand up and restore common sense government in Island County so it will remain livable for all. Who we elect as Island County Commissioners on Nov. 6 will determine the future direction of our county government. Your vote could determine the outcome. I am voting for Jeff Lauderdale, Island County Commissioner District 1 and Jill Johnson, Island County Commissioner, District 2.
– Ron Wallick Freeland
Federal budget reveals U.S. priorities When a household donates money to help others that is a moral decision. When a household makes a decision to live an extravagant lifestyle and not give back to the community that is also a moral (immoral?) decision. Likewise, the Federal budget is a moral issue. In the current Federal discretionary budget the military accounts for over 50 percent of all discretionary spending. During the past 10 years, domestic spending has been cut and human services reduced, while military spending has continued to increase unabated at an average annual rate of 9 percent. This is a moral issue. The likelihood of sequestration of budgeted discretionary spending (the spending over which Congress has control) has raised the possibility of the military budget being reduced by 10.4 percent. While the media and politicians are expressing dismay at the possibility of a reduction in the military budget, many people of conscience see this as a positive opportunity to critique spending from a moral perspective. One that emphasizes peace making, compassion and justice. The sequester of discretionary spending outlays raises the issue of what has the increase in Pentagon spending in time of economic recession meant from a perspective of
compassion, justice and peace? Are human and social needs being sacrificed for wars and preparation for wars? Are our most vulnerable citizens considered expendable? “Where your treasure is, so is your heart.”
– Dick Hall Coupeville
Let’s talk about the purpose of government I attended the Island County commissioners’ budget hearing last Monday. Commissioner Emerson remarked that her two colleagues had approved almost every tax, fee, assessment and regulation that ever was considered. She thought it wasn’t a good idea, both in general and in view of the recession. Commissioner Homola thought it was a good idea. She praised the increases, said the programs made her feel good and began listing all the troubles county government has had. She seemed to be whining. If whining is now acceptable, let me do some: I’m admonished that this and that program costs “only a latte a month.” But there are 30 programs; I’ve not had a latte in years; my coffee shop has gone out of business. I drink Costco bulk drip in my chilly room. When the housing bubble burst, my income dropped to a third. I downsized my lifestyle, reduced my expenses by two-thirds and trained myself to think “survival” instead of “enjoyment.” All but one of my clients went out of business; their customers no longer receive their services and the taxes they paid are no longer paid. I cut my fee by a quarter, and when a job runs over budget, I finish it for free. The value of my IRA dropped by a third, but at least my benefits were unaffected; I have no benefits. Homola shed a tear for public servants, who are nice people and haven’t had a costof-living raise in years. Public servants, who are paid not from exchange of value as in the private sector but from tax takings under threat of the government gun, generally have higher salaries than comparable private-sector workers. I don’t want to deprive them of their salaries, but I’d prefer not to pay for services I don’t want. I feel like the little old lady whom the Boy Scout helped across the street. I didn’t want to cross that street. A discussion about the purpose of government is needed. Feeling good with other people’s money may be the wrong priority.
The election offers the beginning of such a discussion. Jeff Lauderdale and Jill Johnson understand the difference between a government that protects natural rights and one that does things for (and to) people. I’m voting for them.
– Meldon Acheson Freeland
Vote the incumbents out In the last three and a half years, Island County commissioners Helen Price Johnson and Angie Homola have demonstrated a blatant disregard for the will of Island County voters. Proposition 1, a huge tax increase pushed by these two Commissioners in 2010, was voted down by a resounding 70 percent of voters. But they simply ignored this mandate and, within weeks, imposed the Clean Water Utility tax that replaced the revenue denied by voters. They also gave themselves a blank check in this resolution to tax us as much and as often as they want without a vote. Johnson and Homola are also known for their snarky comments and rude behavior directed toward opponents at hearings and workshops, yet they are more than willing to pander to extremist groups, such as WEAN, whose lawsuits have cost taxpayers millions. We need reasoned and responsive government in Island County, so let’s replace these two tax-and-spenders with Lauderdale and Johnson in November.
– Beth Munson Camano Island
Coupeville shows off Wolf spirit On behalf of the Coupeville Booster Club, I would like to thank all those who were able to make it out to our second annual Homecoming Parade on Friday, Oct. 5. It was great to see all the people come out and support the students of Coupeville High School. The Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association went above and beyond with all their “Wolf Spirit” down on Front Street. We live in a great community and we appreciate your support. Thank you, Coupeville!
– Christy Kellison Coupeville Booster Club
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Matthews challenges Larsen for Congressional seat It wasn’t even a close call for U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen. He’s in favor of the proposed Cherry Point coal terminal in Bellingham for one reason – jobs. “Jobs are the driving force behind my whole campaign,” says the 2nd Congressional District Democrat who is seeking a seventh term in the House. Thanks to the redrawn boundaries of the 2nd District, Larsen now has a district that colors more deeply blue than the old 2nd. Still, he has an energetic challenger for reelection in retired Air Force Lt. Col. Dan Matthews, who has vigorously attacked Larsen’s record. In the August primary race between Larsen and five Republicans, the Democrat took just over 57 percent of the vote – a reflection of the Democratic strength of the new 2nd District. In most of Larsen’s previous races his margin of victory has been just a few percentage points. Matthews received the most votes among the Republican contenders, putting him on the November ballot opposite Larsen. Matthews, outgunned in campaign finances, ac-
knowledges that he has an uphill battle. Larsen has raised about $1 million and still has a little over half of that on hand. Of the $225,000 raised by Matthews, $200,000 came in a loan to the campaign from himself. Still, Matthews soldiers on, throwing sharp verbal jabs that Larsen says are way off the mark. Matthews accuses Larsen of becoming a “beltway millionaire” who moved his family to the “other” Washington shortly after winning the seat in 2000. Larsen says that both he and his wife Carol were surprised to learn of their millionaire status. Larsen said he moved his family to the Washington, D.C. area so they could still function as a family with young children and wonders how anybody could find fault in that. Also, he’s hardly a “millionaire.” The Center for Responsive Politics, which reports on the personal finances of all members of Congress, estimates Larsen’s net worth to be between $155,000 and $626,000, which include two mortgages, placing him at a modest 290th among House members. Larsen also points out that he and his wife still own a house in the district.
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Larsen said he was moved by his meetings with unemployed workers in Bellingham. “I could see in their faces how desperate they are for jobs,” he said in a recent interview. He said he could understand the environmental concerns surrounding the proposal but believes that the environmental review process can mitigate many of those issues. A veteran of the Vietnam and Desert Storm conflicts, Matthews piloted large transport planes during his 22 years in the Air Force and became a commercial pilot when he retired from the service. He lists his membership in a few conservative organizations, including the Heritage Foundation, and is a lifelong member of the National Rifle Association. He also notes that he is the founder of a patriotic program called “Celebrate America.” Matthews and family are members of an Assembly of God church and he touts being a “signatory” to the Manhattan Declaration, a conservative Christian document that calls for civil disobedience against laws allowing abortions, embryonic research, assisted suicide and euthanasia.
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Hayes, Riggs vie for open Dist. 10 House seat By Dick Clever For the Examiner
The reapportionment of the 10th Legislative District left it much as it was before – a swing district evenly divided between Republican and Democratic voters. The race to fill the open House seat in the 10th features two civil servants from opposing parties. Republican David Hayes is a newcomer to electoral politics, but is familiar with the terrain of the state capital through his work as president of a state law-enforcement group. Thomas Riggs, a Democrat and state park ranger, is making his second run for the House seat. He lost by a substantial margin to Republican state Rep. Barbara Bailey in the 2010 election. Both men live on Camano Island. The moderate views of
both candidates for the state House seat vacated by Bailey seem to fit with the demographics of the district. Bailey gave up her House seat to run against Democratic state Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen. The close vote in the primary election had Riggs about 3 percentage points behind Hayes, the only other candidate. Hayes is a Snohomish County Sheriff’s sergeant and president of the 4,500-member Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs (WACOPS), an organization representing the interests of rank and file law enforcement officers. “I am not an anti-tax guy,” declares David Hayes, thereby setting himself apart from the most conservative elements of his Republican base. Hayes does say, however, that he would vote to raise taxes only after the taxpayers
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can be shown that all economies have been achieved in state spending. “I’m very conservative fiscally,” he said. “If we are to propose a new tax, we’d better be able to show that we’re responsible on spending.” Riggs likewise presents himself as a watchdog of taxpayer dollars, calling for reforms in state purchasing
practices and a hard look at the hundreds of exemptions in the state tax code for corporations. “We’ve got 520 different tax exemptions ... and others that are not reflective of the way we live our lives,” Riggs said. Riggs said that he might consider a state income tax, but “only as part of compre-
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Melissa Ferris, manager of the Washington State Department of Natural Resources Derelict Vessel Removal Program, has been honored for her leadership of the department’s response to the sinking and retrieval of the vessel Deep Sea in Penn Cove earlier this year. In announcing the Supernova Award, which honors outstanding performance, Washington Commissioner of Public Lands Peter Goldmark praised the leadership and expertise that Ferris displayed. “Melissa’s leadership, technical expertise and problem-solving approaches exemplify what DNR employees have to offer,” said Goldmark, who also leads DNR. In mid-May, the fishing vessel Deep Sea caught fire and sank in 60 feet of water. DNR officials worked with local, state and federal agencies to remove the vessel to prevent serious damage to the
local environment, including nearby shellfish beds. In 2009, Ferris received a Meritorious Public Service Award from the United States Coast Guard. The award and medal recognized Ferris for her outstanding commitment to keeping Washington’s waters safe and clean.
Hayes is a graduate of Everett Community College and teaches criminal justice courses there. He served in the Navy, stationed at the Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, and later worked for the Boeing Co. He became a Marysville police officer and is currently a Snohomish County deputy. Hayes says lobbying the state Legislature on behalf of WACOPS introduced him to the ways of the state capital. He says that experience prepared him to be an effective representative should he win election. Riggs also carries a badge and a gun, but not on the mean streets of the city. He is a park ranger who has spent 15 years “serving and protecting the people and resources of Washington.” He says as a state representative, he would push for “development and deployment of renewable energy systems – solar, wind, tidal – technology that will grow jobs, and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.” Both Hayes and Riggs say they take their Christian faith seriously. In fact, both men and their families have attended the same church – Camano Lutheran.
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Defense continues to shine, but Wolves drop 2 By Jim Waller Staff Reporter
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Coupeville player Kelsey Miranda, left, battles for possession against Lakewood.
The Coupeville High School soccer team is putting together solid defensive efforts, but the lack of goals is continuing to hurt as the Wolves lost 2-0 to Cedarcrest Tuesday, Oct. 2, and 1-0 in double overtime to Lakewood Thursday, Oct. 4, at Mickey Clark Field. “We are continuing our trend of shoring up our defense. Earlier this season Cedarcrest defeated Coupeville 6-0 and Lakewood topped the Wolves 5-0,” Wolf coach Dan d’Almeida said. While the defense has improved, the offense has now failed to score in five straight matches. “We are building our attack,
making progress, it just doesn’t show up on the score sheet,” d’Almeida said,. “We are putting more pressure on the goalies than in the past.” “We have way more one-on-one opportunities, we just can’t get them past the goalkeepers,” he said. Near misses have been abundant this fall, and the Wolves had another against Cedarcrest. Madison Tisa McPhee drilled a shot off the crossbar. “Had it gone in,” d’Almeida said, “it would have been interested to see how the match would have turned out.” Cedarcrest scored in the first half on a 30-yard floater, then sewed up the match with a goal with 12 minutes left.
Struggles continue for Wolf volleyballers By Jim Waller Staff Reporter
Unable to generate much of an offensive attack, the Coupeville High School volleyball team dropped a pair of home matches last week, losing a 3-0 to Cedarcrest Tuesday, Oct. 2, and 3-2 to Lakewood Thursday, Oct. 4. Cedarcrest, which is in second place in the Cascade Conference with a 7-1 record, won 25-9, 25-16, 25-11. Coupeville coach Toni Crebbin said her team had trouble producing an offensive punch and “just couldn’t seem to put it all together.” “We are doing what we are focusing on in practice, but we just don’t have any offense,” Crebbin said. The Wolves did, however, have
some success when operating quick sets, Crebbin added. Against Lakewood, the Wolves got a spark from the return of captain Bessie Walstad, but it wasn’t enough as the Wolves lost 18-25, 2522, 14-25, 23-25. Walstad, the Wolves’ leading player, returned after a two-week injury and saw spot duty, recording five kills in only two games. Crebbin said it was “nice to have her back in there.” Bree Messner had “a nice offensive night,” according to Crebbin, recording 11 kills, six aces and 24 digs. Sydney Aparicio had 19 digs and Megan Oakes 21 assists. Coupeville (1-8, 2-8) met rival South Whidbey on Tuesday and now takes on Sultan (1-7, 2-7) at home at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11.
The Wolves had several scoring chances in the first half, but adjustments by the Red Wolves at the break slowed the Coupeville attack. Cedarcrest started to clamp down on Amanda d’Almeida in the second half, eliminating her through balls that threatened the Red Wolves the first 40 minutes. Coach d’Almeida praised the overall play of Tisa McPhee and his daughter, Amanda d’Almeida as well as the defense of Anna Bailey, who was “pressuring the ball ... and leading the back line.” A loss in overtime is never easy, but when you haven’t won a match, it is particularly crippling. Lakewood scored late in the second overtime to eke out the 1-0 win. After battling through a score-
less regulation period and nearly two overtimes, the Cougars scored off a ground cross from the left side near the end of the second OT. “The girls did an excellent job, especially in the defensive back line,” d’Almeida said. The Wolves, playing with a “makeshift offensive lineup,” d’Almeida said, got the ball behind the Cougar defense several times but never got a quality shot. The heartbreaking loss was the 11th straight for Coupeville. “We are right there,” he said. The Wolves (0-9, 0-11) played at South Whidbey (3-6, 3-7-1) Tuesday and host Sultan (1-8, 2-9) at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11.
Change is good: Coupeville blanks Friday Harbor in tennis Coupeville High School tennis coach Ken Stange tweaked his lineup for the regular season finale and the fine-tuning helped. The Wolves drubbed Friday Harbor 5-0 Friday, Oct. 5, in Coupeville. Stange said he tried some different combinations to get ready for district and the Wolves dominated, completing the sweep in only 90 minutes. “All of the boys were solid…the new pairs were productive,” he said.
The lineup changes came in doubles, and all three Coupeville pairs won in straight sets: 1, Ben Etzell/Ben Wehrman won 6-0, 6-2; 2, Jason Knoll/Brian Norris won 6-3, 6-0; and 3, Dawson d’Almeida/ Shane Squire won 6-2, 6-2. Nathan Lamb took first singles 6-1, 6-3; and Aaron Curtin won by default in second singles. The Wolves (4-4) and South Whidbey will go to Friday Harbor Saturday, Oct. 13, for the district tournament.
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Bessie Walstad, returning to the lineup after an injury, looks to tip for a point against Lakewood. Coach Toni Crebbin said her team had trouble with its offense.
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Early error begins rough game for Wolves By Jim Waller Staff Reporter
The first play was an omen of what was to come. Coupeville fumbled on its initial play and the thrill of homecoming was soon dashed as the Wolves fell 4714 to Granite Falls Friday, Oct. 5, at Mickey Clark Field. Coupeville coach Tony Maggio said it was his team’s weakest performance of the season, adding, “We played poorly as a unit; we didn’t seem to be into it. Maybe they were thinking about dancing.” After the Wolves opened the game by fumbling away possession at their own 25yard line, Granite Falls soon scored. Two more quickstrike Tiger touchdowns followed and Granite Falls led 21-0 in the first quarter. “That (the fumble) kills you, and then we couldn’t stop the bleeding,” Maggio said. They also couldn’t stop Mathew Hamilton, who rushed for 208 yards on only seven carriers. Three of the totes went for touchdowns, all from long range (70, 65 and 35 yards). Two other Tiger scores were also long runs, 38 and 46 yards. Maggio said Coupeville focused on stopping Kyle Everett, who they considered a bigger threat, and Hamilton took advantage. “We didn’t have the speed to contain him,” Maggio said. After Granite Falls’ quick start, it appeared Coupeville might get back into the game. The Wolves scored in the second quarter on a 17-yard pass from Josh Bayne to
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Gary Hall, left, announces the game as Joel Norris keeps score. Bryce Fleming to make it 216; the PAT kick was blocked. Granite Falls upped it to 28-6, then Coupeville split the lead on a Jake Tumblin TD run and a PAT pass from Bayne to Fleming, Maggio said. Now down 28-14, Coupeville marched into the red zone hoping to trim the lead to one score only to run out of time at the end of the half, according to Maggio. That momentum was squelched after the halftime festivities as the Tigers (22, 2-4) struck for two more scores to put away the win.
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In all, Coupeville reached the red zone five times but came away with only two scores, Maggio said. “I thought we moved the ball well. We were putting yards on. We were one play away from doing some damage.” Coupeville finished the game with two turnovers and had a punt and extra-point kick blocked. The Wolves rushed for 170 yards, led by Brett Arnold with 88 yards on 22 carries. Bayne completed five of 17 passes for one touchdown and a PAT. Granite Falls rushed for 409 yards and did
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whidbey island’s community calendar Candidate Forum, 6:308:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 Highway 525, Freeland. Hosted by the League of Women Voters of Whidbey Island and Sno-Isle Libraries.
Ryan’s House Benefit Run, 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, Dave Mackie Park, 7490 Maxwelton Road, Langley. Fourmile and 10K races benefit building a shelter for homeless students on Whidbey. $30. ryanshouseforyouth.org.
Life Among Trees, 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 N.W. Alexander St. Steve and Martha Ellis talk about factors that influence forest types and seasonal use by birds at this Whidbey Audubon event.
Holistic Health Fair, 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, Trinity Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, Highway 525, Freeland. Practitioners offer information about their techniques and how they can help. Free. 360-544-8445.
Second Friday Nonfiction Book Club, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander St., Coupeville. Free. 360-6784911; sno-isle.org.
Whidbey Interfaith Vigil of Peace and Hope, 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, St. Augustine’s-in-the-Woods Episcopal Church, 5217 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland. 360-3314887.
Coupeville Booster Club Fundraiser, 8-10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, Applebee’s, Highway 20, Oak Harbor. Flapjacks raise funds for Coupeville athletics. $10. Buy tickets at Cascade Insurance Agency, Keystone Cafe or Coupeville High School.
Sunday Afternoon Live, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, Blooms Winery Taste for Wine and Art, 5603 Bayview Road, Langley. Jazz and rock with Mr. Six. No cover charge. 360-321-0515; bloomswinery.com; tasteforwinewhidbey.com.
Langley Photowalk, 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, Register for location. Photographer Kim Tinuviel leads, pointing out photo opportunities. Participants learn about Langley and photography. Free. Registration required: worldwidephotowalk.com/walk/langleywa-united-states.
Nanda Performance, 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, South Whidbey High School, 721 Camano Ave., Langley. Kung Faux Ninja Circus Arts Extravaganza; four men dancing, juggling and “kung-faux” fighting combined with acrobatics, slow motion and pop culture comedy. Tickets: $12$20. nandatown.com.
Audubon Society Welcomes Birders, 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13. Whidbey Audubon Society members will be at birding sites around the island all day to inform birders. Sites are: Deception Pass State Park, Crockett Lake/Fort Casey, South Whidbey State Park, Joseph Whidbey State Park. 360-678-5239. Daughters of Norway, 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Clinton. Program by Gloria Koll: Norway Today. Bring a sweet treat to share. www.daughtersofnorway.org. HarvestFest, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, Coupeville Farmers Market, Alexander and 8th streets (behind the library). Includes Giant Pumpkin Contest at 11 a.m. and Harvest Relay Races at 11:45 a.m. Free. 360-632-6648; 877-678-4440. Whidbey Playhouse Rents Out Halloween Costumes, 3 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 13, 20, 27; 11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 17, 22, 24, 29, Whidbey Playhouse Workshop, 684 Oak St., Oak Harbor. Rent a Halloween costume for a refundable deposit. 360-679-2237.= Social Dance, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, Deer Lagoon Grange, Langley. Pre-dance foxtrot workshop at 6:30 p.m. Dance the swing, waltz, Latin and bring a treat to share. $10.
Medicare Open Enrollment, Oct. 15-Dec. 7, Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville. Sign up for Medicare or change your plan. Make an appointment with someone who can help: 360-678-5151. Job Club, 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Topic: Cover letters. Free. 360-675-5115; sno-isle.org. Librarians as Information Guides, 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander St., Coupeville. Learn how to download eBooks at the library. Pre-register: sno-isle. org or 360-678-4911. Why History? 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, Coupeville Library. 788 NW Alexander St., Coupeville. Dr. Lorraine McConaghy presents “The Civil War in Washington Territory.” Free. 360-678-4911; sno-isle.org. Shoreline Master Program Public Meeting, 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, Commissioners’ Hearing Room, Coupeville. Island County Commissioners conduct public workshop on comprehensive update of Shoreline Master Program. South Whidbey Republican Women, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, Useless Bay Golf and Country Club, 5725 Country Club Dr., Langley. Republican candidates Dan Matthews and Sharon Hanek will speak.
Lunch reservation required to attend. 360-579-4062. Freeland Chamber Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, Useless Bay Golf and Country Club, 5725 Country Club Dr., Langley. Matt Heinz of Heinz Marketing will speak. Lunch cost is $13. Reservations: 360-221-1980 or freeland@whidbey.com.
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This crusty pirate scarecrow on display at Christopher’s restaurant on Coveland Street wears a hat festooned with shells from Penn Cove’s signature mussels. It’s one of about a dozen scarecrows on display as part of the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce’s annual Scarecrow Corridor. To vote for your favorite scarecrow, pick up a ballot at the Chamber office or at the Coupeville library. The deadline to vote is Friday, Oct. 26. The winners will be announced at Coupeville’s Halloween Torchlight Parade at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. Music by Paid ‘N Full. Proceeds benefit Boys and Girls Club of Oak Harbor. Tickets $15 per person or two for $25. at the Roller Barn or Pita Pit in Oak Harbor. 360-240-9273; bgcoh.org.
Pianothon, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island, 20103 Hwy. 525, Freeland. Featuring nine accomplished Whidbey Island pianists. $20. 360-202-5255.
Apple Day and Mutt Strut, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, Bayview Cash Store. Prizes for best dog costume, best owner/dog costume, best trick, best celebrity dog. Free admission. 360-321-4145.
Job Club, 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Topic: Resumes. Free. 360675-5115; sno-isle.org.
Hip-Hip-Hooray Helen, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St., Oak Harbor. The Island County Historical Society’s Autumn Auction and Banquet honors Helen Chatfield-Weeks. Tickets: $50. Reservations: 360-678-3310. Words Without Boundaries, 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road, Greenbank. Featuring poets John Burgess, Stephen Roxborough and Raul Sanchez. Free; donations welcome. Limited seating. 360-2223070.
Librarians as Information Guides, 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander St., Coupeville. Learn how to use HeritageQuest at the library to research family history. Preregister: sno-isle.org or 360678-4911. Why History? 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, Coupeville Library. 788 NW Alexander St., Coupeville. Richie Unterberger presents “1960s Folk and Folk-Rock.” Free. 360678-4911; sno-isle.org. Emergency Planning for Small Businesses, 5:307:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, Coupeville Rec Hall, 901 NW Alexander St., Coupeville.
Free. RSVP and reservations to 360-678-5434. Public Input on Trillium Community Forest Management Plan, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 Hwy. 525, Freeland. Free. Sign-in begins at 5:45 p.m. 360-222-3310; wclt.org. Preschool Storytime, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander St.; 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. at Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Children ages 3-5, with a caregiver. Free. 360-678-4911; 360675-5115; sno-isle.org. Fabulous Fabric Cranes, Noon Friday, Oct. 26, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander St. For teens. Preregister online. sno-isle.org. Lego Block Party, 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, Coupeville Elementary School Multipurpose Room, 6 S. Main St. Early release day program. Call Coupeville Library for information. 360-678-4911; sno-isle.org.
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Audubon event highlights birding map By Elisabeth Murray Staff Reporter
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Bill Bradkin, left, and Steve Ellis of the Whidbey Audubon Society watch a kingfisher at Keystone Harbor near the ferry terminal. The society invites both experienced and aspiring birders to an event on Saturday Oct. 13 at which chapter members will be at four locations highlighted on a new Washington Birding Trail Map. of the best birding takes place in the shoulder seasons – fall and spring.” As the days grow shorter and colder, migratory shorebirds such as dunlins and greater yellowlegs are heading south. Following behind them are birds of prey such as falcons and merlins, looking for a meal on the wing.
The new map – the seventh in a series of Washington birding maps – is a great tool to boost local tourism during the colder months when fewer visitors flock to Whidbey. Birders are an attractive demographic for the local tourism economy, Ellis said. Research shows they are
most likely professionals with plenty of disposable income, including people who work in the fields of medicine, engineering and education. Saturday’s event is an opportunity for local residents to learn wildlife viewing on Whidbey, Bradkin said. Of the seven Whidbey locations highlighted on the
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as well as Coupeville Town Hall and the Coupeville library. Teams also can sign up at the market just before the races begin at 11:45 a.m. For information about the Harvest Relay races, contact Molly Hughes at 360-6788312. For information about the Giant Pumpkin contest, contact Lee Roof at 360-6326648 or 877-678-4440.
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Dahlia class planned Learn how to properly divide and store dahlia tubers at a class led by John and Kathy Willson of Swede Hill Dahlia Sunflower Farm set for 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 27 at Meerkerk Gardens, in Greenbank. Admission is $5 and reservations are required. To register, e-mail jwillson@whidbey. net or call Meerkerk at 360678-1912. This class qualifies for WSU Master Gardener training credit. Visit meerkerkgardens.org for information.
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The ninth annual Whidbey Interfaith Vigil of Peace and Hope will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14 at St. Augustine’s-in-the-Woods Episcopal Church, 5217 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland. The vigil will feature prayer, music chants and scripture contributions from Buddhist, Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Native American faith traditions on Whidbey Island. The vigil is an opportunity to share in different worship traditions. Time for silent reflection will be given throughout the service and those attending will consider the “Federal Budget as a Moral Issue.” Call 360-331-4887 for information.
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Heart food bank. The relays are open to groups of all sorts and ages and costumed and “concept” teams are enthusiastically encouraged. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest time; the most money raised; and People’s Choice. Registration forms are available at the market, the food bank’s website, giftsfromtheheartfoodbank.com,
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pumpkin, the biggest pumpkin by a junior (age through middle school), the prettiest and ugliest pumpkins and the biggest zucchini. The event also includes the Harvest Relay Races, the only cash fundraiser of the year for Gifts from the Heart food bank. Teams of five raise a minimum of $100 in pledges to support the Gifts from the
The Whidbey Camano Land Trust will host a public workshop at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey to gather public comment on the draft Management Plan for the Trillium Community Forest. The plan is available on the Land Trust website, wclt. org. Sign-in begins at 5:45 p.m., followed by a brief overview of the plan. The church is at 20103 Hwy. 525, two miles north of Freeland. E-mail comments to Jessica Larson at Jessica@ wclt.org.
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The Coupeville Farmers Market hosts its annual HarvestFest on Saturday, Oct. 13 – the final market day of the year. The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-in set for 11 a.m. No registration or fee required for entry. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest
map, Audubon members will host four of them starting at 8:30 a.m. and continuing into the afternoon. Visitors will have an opportunity to learn which bird species to watch for at each site. Site hosts also can help visitors find a place to eat or stay overnight. The volunteer-staffed locations will be the West Beach parking lot at Deception Pass State Park; the Keystone Harbor lot at the boat launch opposite Keystone Cafe; the main lot at South Whidbey State Park; and the parking area at the hillside entrance to Joseph Whidbey State Park. A Washington State Parks Discover Pass, $10 per day or $30 per year, ensures access to all sites. Passes can be purchased online at discoverpass. wa.gov, at local state park offices and a number of private vendors, including Prairie Center Red Apple at 408 S. Main St. in Coupeville. Birding provides an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and learn about Whidbey’s natural environment, Ellis said. “Birding is a great activity,” he said. “The cast of characters changes throughout the year.”
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Within moments of arriving at Crockett Lake, the two birding enthusiasts spot several interesting winged Whidbey residents. Nearby, an eagle has perched at the top of a tree. Even closer, a kingfisher sits on a telephone wire, then makes its distinctive call as it swoops away. Steve Ellis and Bill Bradkin, both members of the Whidbey Audubon Society, will be on hand Saturday, Oct. 13 during a special Audubon event at which both experienced and aspiring birders can explore this birding hot spot plus three additional Whidbey sites listed on the recently published Puget Loop issue of the Washington Birding Trail Map. Ellis refers to Crockett Lake as a “super site” because of its diverse range of habitats, including the lake, forest and open water, which attracts a wide variety of winged visitors. “October is a great time for this event,” said Ellis, a past president of the Whidbey Audubon Society. “Some
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Persistent herbicides pose garden risks It’s been anything but a good growing season for some farmers and home gardeners on Whidbey Island this year. They thought they were doing everything right by using locally produced manure on their crops and sharing it, free of charge, with their friends. What they didn’t know was that the hay that had been purchased from Eastern Washington to be fed to livestock to make that rich manure had been sprayed with a persistent herbicide. The result of using this manure was everything from low seed germination to deformed plants, or misshapen fruit to the outright failure of young plants to survive. The culprit was found to be residues of clopyralid and aminopyralid in the manure and compost produced from the hay. These herbicides do a great job of killing broadleaf weeds, especially members of the aster family, like dandelions and thistles, but don’t affect members of the grass
toni grove sowin ’n’ the trowel family, like Timothy grass, wheat and other grains. Because of this, they’re go-to herbicides to treat turf grass and grass family crops. On the other hand, they’re also lethal at extremely low levels to sensitive plants in the pea and nightshade families, as well as other food crops. We’re talking about peas, beans, alfalfa, potatoes, tomatoes and peppers, to name a few. According to the Washington State Department of Agriculture, our state was the first to limit the use of clopyralid after it was found in grass clippings used to make commercial compost in 2002. Three years before that, Seattle banned it because it had turned up in its manda-
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If you’re not certain whether persistent herbicides have been used in their production, ask. And ask at your local feed store or anyone else you get these products from. Know you’re in the clear if the hay you buy contains clovers, alfalfa or lespedeza. These are members of the pea family (legumes) and would not have been sprayed because these crops are killed by clopyralid and aminopyralid. Finally, you can do a bioassay on any manure or compost you have concerns about before you spread it on your crops. This involves planting peas in a sample of your compost and takes about four weeks. For more information on persistent herbicide dangers, contact Janet Hall at the WSU Island County Extension at 360-679-7974 or Karen Bishop at the Whidbey Island Conservation District at 360-678-4708.
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Master Gardener training set Washington State University Island County Extension is accepting applications for its Master Gardeners training, which takes place from January through April 2013. Applications will be accepted until Oct. 31. Just 20 applicants will be chosen. A portion of the class fee will be refunded upon completion of a minimum number of required volunteer hours. Visit county.wsu.edu/ island and click on Master Gardeners, or call WSU Extension at 360-240-5558.
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Washington 61.24, et seq. TS No.: WA - 1 2 - 4 9 3 5 9 9 - S H A P N N o . : S8120-00-00009-2 Title Order No.: 1 2 0 0 1 5 3 0 1 - WA - G S I Grantor(s): ADAM M CRESS Grantee(s): M O RT G AG E E L E C TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR ALASKA USA MORTG A G E C O M PA N Y, LLC Deed of Trust Ins t r u m e n t / R e fe r e n c e No.: 4229707 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 10/19/2012, at 10:00 AM At the main entrance to the City Hall located at 865 SE Barrington Drive, Oak Harbor WA 98277 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidd e r, p aya bl e i n t h e for m of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chart e r e d b a n k s, a t t h e time of sale the following described real proper ty, situated in the County of ISLAND, State of Washington, to-wit: THE WEST 34.75 FEET OF THE SOUTH 130 FEET OF THE NORTH 286.50 F E E T O F T R AC T 9 AND THE EAST 30.75 FEET OF THE SOUTH 130 FEET OF THE NORTH 286.50 FEET OF TRACT 10, ALL IN S C E N I C H I L L , AC C O R D I N G TO T H E PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 O F P L AT S, PAG E 38, RECORDS OF ISL A N D C O U N T Y, WA S H I N G TO N ; TO GETHER WITH THE EAST 30.75 FEET OF T H E N O RT H 6 0 . 0 0 FEET OF THE SOUTH 190.00 FEET OF LOT 10 AND THE NORTH 60.00 FEET OF THE SOUTH 190.00 FEET OF LOT 9 AND THE WEST 45.39 FEET OF T H E N O RT H 6 0 . 0 0 FEET OF THE SOUTH 190.00 FEET OF LOT 8; EXCEPT THE S O U T H E R LY 3 0 . 0 0 FEET; ALSO EXCEPT THE EASTERLY 83.35 FEET OF THE S O U T H E R LY 3 0 . 0 0 FEET: ALL IN PLAT OF SCENIC HILL, ACC O R D I N G TO T H E PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 O F P L AT S, PAG E 38, RECORDS OF ISL A N D C O U N T Y, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY O F I S L A N D, S TAT E O F WA S H I N G T O N .
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More commonly known as: 148 SEO’LEARY STREET, OAK HARBOR, WA 98277 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 5/20/2008, recorded 5/30/2008, under 4229707 records of ISLAND County, Washington, from ADAM M. CRESS, AN UNMARRIED PERSON, as Grantor(s), to LAND TITLE COMPANY OF ISLAND COUNTY, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of M O RT G AG E E L E C TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR ALASKA USA MORTG A G E C O M PA N Y, LLC, as Beneficiar y, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, I N C. , A S N O M I N E E FOR ALASKA USA MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC (or by its successors-in-interest and/or assigns, if any), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiar y 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 obligat i o n s e c u r e d by t h e D e e d o f Tr u s t / M o r t gage. III. The defaults) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $ 3 0 , 0 8 7 . 8 0 I V. T h e sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $213,124.11, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 10/1/2010, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real proper ty 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 encumb r a n c e s o n 10/19/2012. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 10/8/2012 (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 10/8/2012 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth i n Pa r a g r a p h I I I i s cured and the Tr ustee’s fees and costs a r e p a i d . Pay m e n t must be in cash or with cashiers or cer tified checks from a State or fe d e r a l l y c h a r t e r e d bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 10/8/2012 (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, 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 address(es): NAME ADAM M. CRESS, AN UNMARRIED PERSON ADDRESS 148 SEO’LEARY STREET, O A K H A R B O R , WA 9 8 2 7 7 by b o t h f i r s t class and certified mail on 4/17/2012, proof of which is in the possession of the Tr ustee; 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 Pa r a g r a p h I a b o ve , and the Tr ustee 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 proper ty. 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 fo r i n va l i d a t i n g t h e Tr u s t e e ’s s a l e. N O TICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the proper ty on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE S A L E O F YO U R HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR A N AT TO R N E Y L I C E N S E D I N WA S H INGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it
m ay h e l p y o u s a ve your home. See below fo r s a fe s o u r c e s o f h e l p. S E E K I N G A S S I S TA N C E H o u s i n g counselors and legal a s s i s t a n c e m ay b e available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance i n d e t e r m i n i n g yo u r rights and oppor tun i t i e s t o ke e p yo u r house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commiss i o n : To l l - f r e e : 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or W e b s i t e : http://www.dfi.wa.gov/c onsumers/homeownership/post-purchasec o u n s e l o r s - fo r e c l o sure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban D e v e l o p m e n t : To l l free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: h t t p : / / p o r tal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in W a s h i n g t o n : http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/ind ex . c f m ? we b L i s t A c tion=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and att o r n ey s : Te l e p h o n e : 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear. 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 t o t h e Tr u s t e e. T h i s shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, t h e B e n e f i c i a r y, t h e Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankr uptcy, 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 INFORMAT I O N O B TA I N E D 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: 6/14/12 Quality Loan Service corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Timothy Donlon, Assistant Secretary Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service corp. of Washington C/O Quality L o a n S e r v i c e c o r p. 2 1 4 1 F i f t h Ave n u e , San Diego, CA 92101
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COURT OF PROBATE PROCEEDINGS AND CAUSE NO: (866) 645-7711 Sale Island County Superior Line: 714-730-2727 Or Court L o g i n t o : 12-4-00207-1 http://wa.qualityl o a n . c o m T S N o . : /s/ NEIL R. SARLES, W A - 1 1 - 4 9 0 8 8 0 - s h WSBA #8250 Trustee’s Physical Ad- Attorney for Personal d r e s s : Q u a l i t y L o a n Representative Service corp. of Washington 19735 10th Ave- LEGAL NO. 424724 nue NE, Suite N-200 Published: The Po u l s b o, WA 9 8 3 7 0 Whidbey Examiner (866) 645-7711 Sale September 27, OctoLine: 714-730-2727 Or ber 4, 11, 2012 L o g i n t o : http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA - 1 2 - 4 9 3 5 9 9 - S H A - 4 2 5 9 3 5 3 0 9 / 2 0 / 2 0 1 2 , 10/11/2012 LEGAL NO. 413037 Published: The Whidbey Examiner September 20, October 11, 2012 LEGAL NOTICE IN THE SUPERlOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ISLAND
CALL FOR BIDS ISLAND COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Sealed bids will be received by the Island County Auditor in the Cour thouse Administration Building, attention Michele Tefft, at 1 N.E. Seventh Street, ( P. O . B o x 5 0 0 0 ) , Coupeville, Washington 98239, until 12:30 P.M., October 25, 2012 The Personal Repre- for the following: sentative named below has been appointed as RURAL ROAD personal representaREGULATORY & tive of this estate. Any WARNING SIGN person having a claim REPLACEMENT against the Decedent WHIDBEY & must, before the time CAMANO ISLANDS the claim would be CRP 09-08/JO barred by any other#00446-000 wise applicable statute Federal Aid Project of limitations, present No. the claim in the manHRRR-000S(227) ner as provided inRCW 11.40.070 by serving Project Description: on or mailing to the Personal Representa- The purpose of this call tive or the Personal for bids is for Island Representative’s attor- C o u n t y t o p r o c u r e n ey a t t h e a d d r e s s sheet aluminum regustated below a copy of latory and warning sethe claim and filing the ries traffic signs with original of the claim retroreflective sheeting with the Court in which and square perforated the probate proceed- steel posts and an ings were commenced. chors for County crews The claim must be pre- to install as part of a sented within the later c o u n t y w i d e Fe d e r a l of: (1) thirty days after grant project aimed at the Personal Repre- reducing roadway des e n t a t i ve s e r ve d o r p a r t u r e c o l l i s i o n s mailed the Notice to through low-cost imCreditors as provided provements, such as u n d e r R C W the replacement of traf11.40.020(1 )(c); or (2) fic signs. The contract four months after the includes supplying apdate offirst publication proximately 2,325 trafofthe notice. Ifthe claim f i c s i g n s a n d 8 2 5 is not presented within square perforated steel this time frame, the posts and anchors, in claim is forever barred, accordance with the except as otherwise Specifications. provided in RCW 1 1 . 4 0 . 0 5 1 a n d The contract is for the 11.40.060. This bar purchase of goods onis effective as to claims ly. against both the Deced e n t ’s p r o b a t e a n d E N G I N E E R ’ S E S T I nonprobate assets. MATE $117,000 $143,000 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: FEDERAL AID PROSeptember 27, 2012 JECT PERSONAL REPRE- Island County, in acSENTATNE: cordance with Title VI G E O R G I A J O A N N of the Civil Rights Act MELLER of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, ATTY FOR PERSON- 4 2 U. S. C. 2 0 0 0 d t o AL REP: 2000d-4 and Title 49, Neil R. Sarles Code of Federal ReguADDRESS FOR MAIL- lations, Department of ING OR SERVICE: Transportation subtitle 3418 NE 65th Street, A, Office of the SecreSte. A tary, Part 21, nondisSeattle, WA 98115 crimination in federally IN RE THE PROBATE OF EUGENE D. SHELEY, Deceased. NO. 12-4-00207-1 P R O B AT E N O T I C E TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)
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www.whidbeyexaminer.com LEGAL NOTICES assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to the such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises, as defined at 49 CFR Part 26, will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin or sex in consideration for an award. Bids received after the date and hour stated above will not receive consideration. Proposals will then be publicly opened and read aloud in Meeting Room 116, County Administration Building, 1 NE 7th Street, Coupeville, Washington, at 1 : 0 0 P. M . , O c t o b e r 25, 2012. Bids shall be submitted on the forms attached with the bid documents. All envelopes shall be clearly marked “BID PROPOSAL - RURAL ROAD R E G U L AT O R Y & WARNING SIGN REPLACEMENT, WHIDBEY & CAMANO ISLANDS, FEDERAL A I D N O HRRR-000S(227).” No oral, telephone or faxed bids or modifications will be considered.
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cashier’s check, or bid bond in an amount equal to 5 percent of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactor y perfor mance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Island County. Island County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive all informalities in the bidding.
lations, Department of Transportation subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to the such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises, as defined at 49 CFR Part 26, will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin or sex in consideration for an award.
All proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond in an amount equal to 5 percent of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactor y perfor mance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Island County. Island County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive all informalities in the bidding.
LEGAL NO. 425880 Published: The W h i d b e y E x a m i n e r. October 4, 11, 18, 2012.
Bids received after the date and hour stated above will not receive consideration.
LEGAL NOTICE CALL FOR BIDS ISLAND COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Sealed bids will be received by the Island County Auditor in the Cour thouse Administration Building, attention Michele Tefft, at 1 N.E. Seventh Street, ( P. O . B o x 5 0 0 0 ) , Coupeville, Washington 98239, until 12:30 P.M., October 25, 2012 for the following:
URBAN ROAD REGULATORY & Plans and specificaWARNING SIGN tions may be obtained REPLACEMENT from the Island County WHIDBEY & Engineer in the CourtCAMANO ISLANDS house Annex, 1 N.E. CRP 11-01/JO 6 t h S t r e e t , P O B ox #00972-0003 5000), Coupeville, WA, Federal Aid Project 9 8 2 3 9 , t e l e p h o n e No. HSIP-000S(279) (360) 679-7331, upon payment of a nonre- Project Description: fundable fee of $25.00 per set. The purpose of this call for bids is for Island Informational copies of C o u n t y t o p r o c u r e maps, plans, and spec- sheet aluminum reguifications are on file for latory and warning seinspection only at the ries traffic signs with following locations: retroreflective sheeting and square perforated Island County Engi- steel posts and an neer chors for County crews 1 N.E. Sixth St. to install as part of a Coupeville W A c o u n t y w i d e Fe d e r a l 98239 grant project aimed at Island County Camano reducing roadway deAnnex 1 2 1 N . E a s t p a r t u r e c o l l i s i o n s Camano Drive through low-cost imCamano Island WA provements, such as 98282 the replacement of traffic signs. The contract W C R P l a n includes supplying apCenter proximately 400 traffic 2215 Midway Ln signs and 250 square Suite 208 Bellingham W A perforated steel posts and anchors, in accor98226-1219 Builders Exchange of dance with the Specifications. Washington 2607 Wetmore The contract is for the Avenue purchase of goods onBellingham ly. Everett WA 98201
Proposals will then be publicly opened and read aloud in Meeting Room 116, County Administration Building, 1 NE 7th Street, Coupeville, Washington, at 1 : 1 5 P. M . , O c t o b e r 25, 2012. Bids shall be submitted on the forms attached with the bid documents. All envelopes shall be clearly marked “BID PROPOSAL - URBAN ROAD R E G U L AT O R Y & WARNING SIGN REPLACEMENT, WHIDBEY & CAMANO ISLANDS, FEDERAL A I D N O HSIP-000S(279).” No oral, telephone or faxed bids or modifications will be considered.
LEGAL NO. 425895 Published: The W h i d b e y E x a m i n e r. October 4, 11, 18, 2012
LEGAL NOTICE ISLAND TRANSIT BOARD MEETING The next regular ly scheduled monthly business meeting of t h e I s l a n d Tr a n s i t Board of Directors will be on Friday, October 19, 2012, at 9:30 AM, at the Island County Law & Justice Building, 101 NE 6th Street, Room 131, Coupeville, WA. Accommodations will be made available upon advance request for communications assistance. The meeting room is accessible and is open to the public. For more information, please call (360) 6787771. LEGAL NO. 425876 Published: The W h i d b e y E x a m i n e r. October 11, 18, 2012.
Plans and specifications may be obtained from the Island County Engineer in the Courthouse Annex, 1 N.E. 6 t h S t r e e t , P O B ox 5000), Coupeville, WA, 98239, telephone (360) 679-7331, upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 per set. Informational copies of maps, plans, and specifications are on file for inspection only at the following locations: Island County Engineer 1 N.E. Sixth St. Coupeville WA 98239 Island County Camano Annex 121 N. East Camano Drive Camano Island WA 98282
WCR Plan Center 2215 Midway Ln Suite 208 Bellingham WA 98226-1219 Builders Exchange of Daily Journal of Com- E N G I N E E R ’ S E S T I - Washington 2607 WetMATE $23,000 - more Avenue merce Valley $28,000 Everett WA 98201 83 Columbia St. Seattle WA 982014 FEDERAL AID PRO- Daily Journal of ComPlan Center merce 10002 Aurora Avenue JECT Island County, in ac- 83 Columbia St. N #36 PMB 3334 cordance with Title VI Seattle WA 982014 Seattle WA 98133 of the Civil Rights Act Valley Plan Center All proposals shall be of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 10002 Aurora Avenue accompanied by a bid 4 2 U. S. C. 2 0 0 0 d t o N #36 PMB 3334 WA p r o p o s a l d e p o s i t i n 2000d-4 and Title 49, S e a t t l e cash, certified check, Code of Federal Regu- 98133
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NOTICE of APPLICATION with SEPA Island County has reviewed the proposed project for probable adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a determination of non-significance (DNS). The optional DNS process established by WAC 197-11-355 is being used. The public comment period as described below may be the only opportunity to comment on t h e e nv i r o n m e n t a l impacts of the following proposals. File Number: 2 5 0 / 1 2 CGP
Applicant: D a v i d Beverly Mergens
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Proposal: P a r t i a l l y c l e a r e a s e m e n t fo r new 600’ long access road, harvest timber, clear & grade 1 to 2 acres of 5-acre parcel to create home-site. Project has no known critical areas.
Location: R33033-033-0170, Clinton
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RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is S t a f f C o n t a c t & E - effective as to claims mail: J o h n B e r t r a n d , against both the decejohnb@co.island.wa.us d e n t ’s p r o b a t e a n d nonprobate assets. The proposal may include mitigation under Date of First Publicaapplicable codes, and tion: the project review pro- October 11, 2012 cess may incorporate or require mitigation /s/ JAMES PENNISON measures regardless BOURGEOIS of whether an EIS is J A M E S P E N N I S O N BOURGEOIS required. Personal RepresentaApplication files are tive available for inspection at no cost, and will be Attorney for Personal provided at the cost of Representative: reproduction in a timely Deane W. Minor TUOHY MINOR manner. KRUSE PLLC P U B L I C C O M M E N T 2 8 2 1 We t m o r e Ave must be received by neue W A 4:30 p.m. on October E v e r e t t , 98201-3517 25, 2012. Mail to: Island County Community Develop- LEGAL NO. 428892 ment, P.O. Box 5000, Published: The C o u p e v i l l e , W A W h i d b e y E x a m i n e r. 98239; deliver to 1 NE October 11, 18, 25, 6th St Coupeville, WA 2012. between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday TOWN OF through Thursday; FAX COUPEVILLE to (360) 679-7306. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE To request additional information, notice of Notice is hereby given h e a r i n g s, r e c e i ve a t h a t t h e C o u p ev i l l e copy of the decision or Town Council will conSEPA deter mination, duct a public hearing at or information on ap- its meeting on Tuespeals contact us at the day, October 23, 2012, above address. a t 6 : 3 0 p. m . , o r a s soon as possible thereLEGAL NO. 429650 after, to consider apPublished: The proving Ordinance No. Whidbey Examiner. 703, amending OrdiOctober 11, 2012. n a n c e N o. 6 9 9 by changing 2012 budget appropriations for the G e n e ra l F u n d . T h e SUPERIOR COURT hearing will be held the OF WASHINGTON Island County FOR SNOHOMISH Commissioner’s HearCOUNTY ing Room located at 1 NE Sixth Street, In Re the Estate of: H E R M A N J. B O U R - Coupeville, Washington. The public is invitGEOIS ed to attend and proand S Y LV I A S . B O U R - v i d e c o m m e n t s i n person, or submit writGEOIS, ten comments prior to Husband and Wife, the meeting. Written Deceased. comments should be No.: 12 4 01316 6 P R O B AT E N O T I C E received by the Clerk Tr e a s u r e r, To w n o f TO CREDITORS Coupeville, 4 NE 7th RCW 11.40.030 Street, P.O. Box 725, The personal repre- Coupeville, WA, 98239 sentative named below before 1:00 p.m. on has been appointed as October 23, 2012. If personal representa- you have questions, tive of these estates. please contact Judy Any person having a Thomas, Clerk Treasclaim against the dece- u r e r, a t To w n H a l l , dents must, before the 678-4461, ext. 7. time the claim would be barred by any other LEGAL NO. 429587 applicable statute of Published: The limitations, present the Whidbey Examiner claim in the manner as October 11, 2012 provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorn ey a t t h e a d d r e s s All you can say and MORE! stated below a copy of No word limit for only $37! the claim and filing the original of the claim with the cour t. The claim must be presented within the later of: Garage (1) Thirty days after the Sale personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under Advertise your upcoming garage RCW 11.40.020(3); or sale in your local community (2) four months after newspaper and online. the date of first publication of the notice. If Call: 800-388-2527 the claim is not presented within this time Fax: 360-598-6800 frame, the claim is for- Go online: www.nw-ads.com ever barred, except as otherwise provided in Find what you need 24 hours a day.
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