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Traffic cameras reduce collisions Most violations are committed by non-FW residents By GREG ALLMAIN gallmain@fedwaymirror.com
Federal Way Police Chief Brian Wilson said the city’s traffic camera enforcement program is having its intended effect of increasing safety at various intersections and school zones throughout the city. Likewise, most redlight and school zone violations are committed by non-residents of Federal Way. “From 2009-2011…we have seen reductions in collision events at these intersections following the implementation of the camera systems,” said Wilson as he reviewed the program during the city council’s Jan. 2 meeting. According to statistics compiled by FWPD, between 2009-11 there was a 47 percent reduction in collisions at the intersection of South 348th Street and Enchanted Parkway. At the intersection of 320th Street and Pacific Highway South, there was a 58 percent reduction in collisions. At 312th Street and Pacific Highway, there was a 13 percent reduction. Between 2010 and [ more CAMERAS, p. 8 ] NEWSPAPER RACKS: To see a list of rack locations for the print edition of The Mirror, visit federalwaymirror.com/about_us.
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Schools reject idea of armed teachers By GREG ALLMAIN gallmain@fedwaymirror.com
In the wake of the tragedy that occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn., the debate has raged on how to better protect the nation’s children.
For some, stricter gun control laws appear to be the answer. Others want to make sure that teachers and administrators are armed and properly trained with firearms. For Federal Way Public Schools Superintendent
Rob Neu, the choice is clear: There will be no discussion on arming FWPS teachers or NEWS administrators. Neu shared his thoughts during the Jan. 8 school board meeting. “I hate this conversation,
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I hate that it’s a necessary evil,” Neu began. “What happened in Newtown… is just horrible. And having young children at home, and sitting and watching the TV, and seeing those photos with the names being called…with your children in the room, look-
ing at the TV, and looking at you, and you’re fighting back the tears. You’re so thankful they’re sitting in that living room with you, and you’re not one of those parents. I can’t imagine what those parents feel like.” [ more TEACHERS, p. 23 ]
City urges legislators to combat theft and liquor tax 2013 agenda includes downtown sewer repairs, tourism, development By ANDY HOBBS editor@federalwaymirror.com
Federal Way announced its annual wish list to 30th District state legislators. The 2013 legislative agenda declares Federal Way’s priorities for state funding and related legislation. Agenda items include copper wire theft, liquor taxes, tourism, sewers, a performing arts center and freeway construction. Newly-elected State Reps. Roger Freeman (D) and Linda Kochmar (R), along with State Sen. Tracey Eide (D), participated in public discussions Tuesday with Mayor Skip Priest and Federal Way City Councilmembers Jeanne Burbidge, Jim Ferrell and Susan Honda.
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Federal Way is calling on legislators to restore liquor excise tax revenue sharing. In 2011, voters privatized liquor sales in an initiative that overhauled the way liquor revenues are doled out to cities and counties. The money primarily goes to fund
Above: On Dec. 17, the Multi-Service Center in Federal Way reported that unknown suspects wrecked the HVAC system and cut and stole all the copper pipes and wiring. Right: The city’s hotel-motel tax revenue helped bring the U.S. Olympic Diving Trials to town. Federal Way’s hotel-motel tax money is at stake in 2013. FILE PHOTO public safety. In 2012, the state House passed a bill (ESHB 2823) that diverts liquor excise taxes to the general fund. As a result, Federal Way loses about $450,000 a year, which equates to the cost of employing four police officers, the city reports. On that note, the privatization of liquor has led to more liquor-related crimes, particularly with theft. Federal Way supports a proposal by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs that establish requirements for retailers to report liquor theft along with the quantity of liquor that was stolen. The goal is to reduce the burden of liquor-related incidents on police
and retailers. In the upcoming legislative session, Sen. Eide said she expects a similar proposal from retailers regarding liquor theft.
Copper wire theft
Federal Way reports a loss of $110,000 last year because of copper wire theft. Despite metal theft legislation in 2007, 2008 and 2012,
theft has increased along with prices for scrap metal. The stolen metal is difficult to track, and organized crime rings may be involved. City officials are pushing for legislation that strengthens enforcement and prevention, whether through tougher penalties or higher license fees for metal recyclers who [ more LEGISLATIVE AGENDA, p. 14 ]
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Man bites woman in front of child rock through the rear window of his vehicle. According to the report, the man believed his ex-girlfriend may have been responsible, but was unable to provide any evidence to substantiate his claim. Following is a sample from the Federal • Woman refuses to cooperate against Way police log: abusive boyfriend: At 11:07 p.m. Jan. 6 in • Woman bitten by boyfriend: At 2:35 the 31000 block of 50th Lane SW, a woman a.m. Jan. 6 in the 29000 block of Military Road was assaulted by her boyfriend. According to South, a woman reported that her boyfriend the report, the woman has been previously had bitten her neck, had pulled her hair, and abused by this same boyfriend a number of had also forcefully pulled her out of a car. times in the past. The report notes the victim According to the report, this was all done in refused to cooperate with police because the the presence of the couple’s 17-month-old boyfriend had threatened to kill her if she did daughter. The report notes that the boyfriend so. was arrested for assault and domestic violence • Bicycle helmet law enforced for once: in the presence of children. At 2:11 p.m. Jan. 4 in the 1700 block of South • Threatening husband: At 11:55 a.m. Commons, a woman was stopped for riding a Jan. 6 in the 32000 block of 53rd Place SW, bicycle without a helmet. During the stop, the a woman reported her husband had been woman tried to leave before police were finNeed business loan? sending her text messages and voicemails in aished citing her, resulting in the police having Wereport can help you. Consult with us.woman was eventuwhich he was threatening to kill her. The to restrain her briefly. The notes the woman is in fear of her life, because ally cited and released. she believes her husband is capablea of such Need business loan? • Thief gets away with U-Haul truck: At violence. We can help you. Consult with 4:25 p.m. Dec. 18us. in the 34000 block of 16th • Angry ex-girlfriend?: At 12:59 p.m. Jan. Avenue South, an unknown suspect used a 6 in the 1900 block of SW Campus Drive, a fraudulent ID to rent a U-Haul vehicle. Accordman reported that someone had thrown a ing to the report, the unknown suspect had
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failed to return the vehicle, and the company was in the process of getting the vehicle reported as stolen. • $15 of pot? C’mon man: At 4:39 p.m. Jan. 4 in the 1900 block of SW Campus Drive, the victim was assaulted by someone they know as “JR.” According to the report, the victim admitted owing $15 for marijuana to JR, but refused to pay it back, resulting in the victim being assaulted. • Candy machine heist: At 5:20 p.m. Jan. 4 in the 1900 block of South Commons, unknown suspects broke into a candy machine and stole $120 worth of coins. • Storage unit broken into: At 6:08 p.m. Jan. 4 in the 32000 block of Pacific Highway South, the victim’s storage unit was broken into. According to the report, stolen items included an Xbox, a couple of pairs of Nike Air Jordan shoes, and the victim’s high school class ring. • More thievery: At 6:23 p.m. Jan. 2 in the 31000 block of 3rd Lane SW, unknown suspects broke into a rent payment dropbox at an apartment complex. According to the report, the unknown suspects were able to steal two checks that were inside of the dropbox.
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booked into King County Jail. He faces charges for possession of a stolen vehicle and eluding law enforcement. Official charges have not been filed at this time, according to police.
Missing teen from Des Moines last spotted in Federal Way
At about 4:30 a.m. Jan. 7, Mirror staff reports a Federal Way officer spotted a stolen vehicle travelDes Moines police are ing southbound on 21st searching for a missing Avenue SW from juvenile who has SW 320th Street. been spotted in the The officer folFederal Way area. lowed the vehicle Nathan K. into the Twin Lakes Duncan, age 16, neighborhood, and was reported missa pursuit began ing Nov. 20 by his after the vehicle grandparents, who Nathan Duncan accelerated rapidly, live in Des Moines. according to police. He was seen Dec. 4 In a pursuit at “moderate at the Federal Way Transit speeds,” the vehicle turned Center, and on Dec. 30 eastbound off SW 342nd at the Safeway at S. 288th Street and lost control, Street and Military Road. according to police. The Nathan Duncan stands vehicle jumped the curb 5 feet 3 inches, weighs 200 near 37th Avenue SW and pounds, with hazel eyes crashed head-on into a Fed- and pierced earlobes. His eral Way K-9 officer’s patrol left lower lip may also be vehicle, causing moderate pierced. damage. The officer was not Nathan suffers from injured, according to police. depression, anxiety, and a Two occupants were mild form of autism. He has arrested without incident, been prescribed medication according to police. The in the past for these disorpassenger, a 25-year-old feders. Anyone with informamale from Federal Way, was tion can contact the Des interviewed and released. Moines Police Department The driver, a 27-year-old at (206) 878-3301 or email man from Kirkland, was BBohl@desmoineswa.gov.
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Seattle and King County will launch a Gun Safety Initiative with a gun buyback Saturday, Jan. 26, in downtown Seattle. The buyback will run 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot underneath I-5 between Cherry and James Streets. It will mark Seattle’s first buyback program in 20 years. The gun buyback program will consist of an anonymous process in which individuals can turn in their unwanted weapons. Law enforcement officials will not be taking pictures of participants, nor will they log license plate numbers or run ballistic tests on the guns that are turned in. In exchange for dropping off a weapon, individuals will receive a gift card valued at up to $100 in exchange for hand guns, shotguns, and rifles, and up to $200 for assault weapons (as classified in the State of Washington). The gun buyback effort plans to set up locations throughout Seattle and King County where individuals can turn in firearms anonymously.
State of FW schools: Raising kids and expectations By ANDY HOBBS editor@federalwaymirror.com
The education landscape in Federal Way is shifting with the times. Superintendent Rob Neu delivered his 2013 State of the Schools presentation Wednesday during the Federal Way Chamber’s membership luncheon at Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club. In a thought-provoking speech to a capacity crowd, Neu cited the growing list of expectations for school districts. In addition to academics, today’s schools function as a surrogate parent — teaching life skills and meeting basic needs for students in ways that were unheard of 50 years ago. In one powerful example, Neu noted the number of social programs that U.S. schools have adapted in the years since the rise of divorce and single-parent households. “We’re no longer educating kids,” Neu said. “We’re raising them.” The age of globalization and the “new economy,” as he called it, require an updated set of competence skills along with a revised approach to teaching.
highlighted key accomNeu advocated for a plishments of 2012, includmantra of instilling more ing but not limited to: confidence and risk-taking • Passage of the capital skills in students, who now compete for jobs in a nation projects levy in the Novemwhere college debt is higher ber election to build a new Federal Way High School. than credit card debt. • Increased enrollment The idea is to turn more in advanced courses by students into innovative students from all ethnic and creative thinkers — backgrounds. and help them “We’re no longer • Participation in reach their poteneducating kids,” We Scare Hunger tial in a creative Neu said. “We’re and related We Day society. Keys to activities, which accomplishing this raising them.” promote commugoal include equity nity service among in discipline and students. academics alongside • Higher test perforengagement of parents and mances for 38 percent of students. students. Neu announced a goal • Federal Way’s parfor every Federal Way student to know at least one ticipation in The Road Map Project (RMP), a group of more language other than seven area school districts English. Other solutions aimed at improving student include the expansion of music programs in elemen- achievement. The group was awarded a $40 million tary schools, along with grant from the U.S Departestablishing a reputation ment of Education’s “Race for the district as a fine arts to the Top” competition. destination. In the com• Accolades for the ing months, Neu said the district will seek the public’s school board’s service, as well as School of Distincinput on recommendations for new graduation require- tion awards for Woodmont Elementary and the Techments. Access Foundation Highlights of 2012 nology (TAF) Academy. Before addressing the present and future of education in Federal Way, Neu
Federal Way Public Schools Superintendent Rob Neu clicks to the next slide of his presentation at the Federal Way Chamber’s membership luncheon Jan. 9. PHOTO COURTESY OF ED STREIT • Thomas Jefferson High School, Decatur High School, Todd Beamer High School and Federal Way High School appeared on Washington Post’s “High School Challenge” list. • A design award for
Lakeland Elementary. • Green Ribbon Schools Award for Camelot Elementary. • Michael Self-Bence, of Sunnycrest Elementary School was named School Psychologist of the Year.
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If I were Czar of FW By MATTHEW JARVIS Federal Way resident
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Like most longtime citizens and/or business owners in Federal Way, it is easy for me to see the solution to any of the problems facing our fine city. As such, if I were the Czar of Federal Way, here are the first eight changes I would make: 1. While the red light traffic cameras provide clear evidence of an infraction and have reduced accidents, the school zone camera system is still badly flawed, issuing millions of dollars of questionable tickets. This system could easily be fixed by adding a second set of cameras recording drivers as they passed the flashing school zone signs (similar to the red-light system). As czar I would launch an ethics investigation as to why this wasn’t fixed years ago, especially as one of these cameras issued more tickets than the other five cameras combined. 2. Even as czar, it would be impossible to stop the Community Center’s losses of nearly $1 million annually. However, a restructuring of programs and staffing could cut these losses in half. [ more JARVIS, page 5 ]
The new ‘bipartisan’ coalition The 2013 legislative session might be one of the most interesting in the past two decades. Rather than the Democrats controlling the state Senate, 26-23, Republicans (with the help of two conservative Senate Democrats) will be in charge, 25-24. Sens. Rodney Tom (D-Medina) and Tim Sheldon (D- Potlatch) made a deal with 23 Senate Republicans to form what they are calling a coalition government. Coalition leaders say this is what the public wants: cooperative bipartisan government. Tom will become majority leader and Sheldon becomes president pro-tempore, filling in for Lt. Gov. Brad Owen as president of the Senate when necessary. Despite the terminology spin, formation of the coalition wasn’t a negotiated powersharing agreement between the Democrats and Republicans that will encourage cooperation and bipartisan government. It was a political coup. One set of politics is being substituted for another as Republicans take most of the real power. And it’s a coup everyone has seen coming since the last legislative session when Tom and Sheldon were joined by former Sen. Jim Kastama to give the Republicans control of the Senate budget. Anticipating that Tom and Sheldon might be moving to support the Republicans, the Democrats worked hard to gain a majority in the elections. It came down to the race between House member Tim Probst and longtime Republican Sen. Don Benton in Clark County. Benton survived by 78 votes. Had Probst won, the Democrats would have had the magic 27 votes
and could have retained control, even with Tom and Sheldon voting with the Republicans. Tom likely would not have held a position of power with the Democrats because they don’t have a lot of trust in him. He was originally elected as a Republican, then switched parties to become a Democrat. In 2010, after the switch, he was given an influential role in developing the Democratic budget. He then voted against the budget he helped write. Then last session, he sided with Republicans on the budget. And more recently, he caucused with the Democrats and voted for Ed Murray (D-Seattle) as the Democratic leader, without disclosing his plans to unite with the Republicans. Neither Tom nor Sheldon say that they are changing parties, but the welcome mat will not be out for them when the Democratic caucus meets. Insiders note that Tom could have voted with the Democrats on procedural matters such as majority leader and committee assignments. But making himself majority leader gives his decision the appearance of a self-serving power grab. He will likely caucus with Republicans. In the short term, the move cost Sen. Tracey Eide (D-Federal Way) the chairmanship of the Senate Transportation committee, although she will still be a member of the committee. However, Joe Fain (R-Auburn) will become majority floor leader. Both are talented, with deep South King County roots, and they have worked well together. Republicans have offered Democrats some committee co-chairmanships. But whether the [ more ROEGNER, page 5 ] Bob Roegner
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Following this month’s departure of Linda Kochmar and Roger Freeman for the Legislature, two new faces will join the Federal Way City Council. The two vacancies attracted 24 applicants. Kudos to these 24 citizens for their willingness to serve the community. The Mirror urges the city to go one step further to ensure maximum transparency in next week’s selection process. On Jan. 19, the applicants will participate in public oral interviews. By state law, the council must choose one applicant first and name that person to the council. That person will then become part of the decision-making process for appointing the second position. Here’s the rub: the council is scheduled to hold an executive session (private meeting) to discuss the first new council member, then return to the public forum and officially vote. That new council member is then expected to vote on the second appointee — without the benefit of participating in the first of two executive sessions, which are closed to the public. State law allows the council to hold an executive session to evaluate the qualifications of candidates for appointment. There is no legal requirement to go into executive session. The Mirror encourages the council to forgo the executive sessions and conduct all discussions about the candidates in public. There shouldn’t be anything discussed in executive session that the council wouldn’t say in public. Furthermore, the first appointee has a right to participate in the council’s discussion in order to make an informed vote on the second council appointment. By keeping these discussions public, the council can demonstrate a commitment to transparency and good government.
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Assault weapons: How will schools protect the kids? On Dec. 14, 20 students and six school staff lost their lives at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn. I don’t know if this tragedy could have been completely avoided, but it certainly could have been lessened so that some of these victims could have been saved. I put the blame for this trag-
edy squarely on the Congress for allowing the ban on assault rifles (which this mentally unstable person used to break into the school and kill his innocent victims) to expire in 2004. In the Second Amendment to the Constitution (also called the Bill of Rights), our founding fathers gave Americans the right to bear arms; however, I do not believe they intended to include assault rifles when they gave us this right.
But since Congress let the ban expire, they have allowed the sales of these dangerous weapons to be legal for eight years. Now they are on the streets and we are facing the consequences. One American put it quite succinctly when saying “an individual used a shoe bomb to try and blow up an airliner and now everyone has to take their shoes off at the airport. Since Columbine, there have [ more LETTERS, page 5 ]
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By Jason Oleston in response to “State of the schools” (Jan. 9): “Neu advocated for a mantra of instilling more confidence and risk-taking skills in students.” Eh? If there’s one thing today’s children and adolescents don’t lack, it’s the capacity to take risks and/or to be overconfident. They live in a world where everyone gets a trophy or a bailout from Uncle Sam even if they have unprotected sex with half the neighborhood or trot off to col-
[ LETTERS from page 4] been 31 school shootings and yet, nothing has changed.” In case you weren’t aware of it, Sandy Hook had a security system in place and the doors were locked, but it didn’t stop this mentally unstable perpetrator from committing his crime. I work in Federal Way Public Schools and the $64,000 question is, “what can a school district do to protect its staff and students in situations like this?” One answer is lockdowns, which each school practices on a regular basis and it undoubtedly saved lives at Sandy Hook. That is why students need to take these drills very seriously. After I heard the news, I emailed our president, both our senators and our congressman, Adam Smith. The message was simple and clear: Enough is enough! It is time to act. I proposed that they take three actions, and although it is not the “complete solution,” it is a step in the right direction: 1. Reinstate the ban on assault weapons. 2. Close the “gun show loophole” so anyone who purchases a gun must have a background check. 3. Upgrade the background database so that it is both accurate and complete. In addition, to deal with the assault rifles on the street, they need to take one additional action and that is ban the sale of any ammunition for assault rifles. Mayor Bloomberg said New York City has an effective program, so that would be a good place to start. Furthermore, Sen. Feinstein of California has a bill she plans to introduce to ban the sale of assault rifles, so I commend
lege to blow $100,000 on degrees that render them unemployable or ruin an entire industry through malfeasance or incompetence. If anything, children need to be taught how to handle failure. By Coletha Albert in response to “Federal Way fights sex trafficking”: When society goes into the dark ages, this is what happens. Ever heard of prostitution being the oldest vocation? That’s why 9 year old’s were sent to learn a trade and by 13 were
her for being proactive on this very important issue. It is time for the National Rifle Association to take a back seat as the safety of all Americans must be a top priority. The NRA’s answer to this problem was to assign armed security personnel at all our schools; however, this is not the answer, especially given the financial problems our national and state governments are now facing.
Gary Robertson, Federal Way
Caption irks reader Incredibly disappointed that you published that cute photo of the malfunctioning temperature sign on one-fourth of the front page, with the totally ignorant comments made by the person who submitted it. You could have just shown the photo, named the person, and left the rest out. Since this is the same paper that also endorsed the candidate who lied about his military record, does your conduct in printing this tawdry comment represent yet another statement of the beliefs of this paper?
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I told him I was a virgin Girls, could we talk? Trafficking is not the answer to your future. I was a foster parent to brothers whose grandmother told their mother that if she wanted to make money to go out and have sex with guys. The example she set was not wise. Our former foster son is now serving time in prison for child pornography distribution. I want to encourage you to pursue the purpose God has for your life, not the purpose your parents or friends
or anyone else has for you. You have a unique gifting. His purpose for you is good. Believe me! I have been married for over 60 years to my high school sweetheart. We were pretty much homeless when we met in school. My adoptive mother had gone off with another guy and told me I would have to finish school on my own. I was only 16 years old. I’m so thankful for the farm family I was working for who offered to take care of me until I graduated. My husband’s parents moved out of the area and he lived in the basement of his grandmother’s home that had been rented out to another family. We got engaged and when we went to the courthouse to get a certificate to get married, the judge asked me if it was a case of “have to.” I asked him if he was implying that I was pregnant. I told him I was a virgin. He handed me the certificate. We graduated from high school on a Wednesday, got married the next Saturday, celebrated our honeymoon on Sunday and went back to work on Monday. By the way, there were family members who would not come to our wedding because they said it would never last. Guess we showed them, didn’t we? We are now the parents of seven wonderful children, 20 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. We are so blessed to have them in our biological family. Our church family is larger than that. You would be amazed at how many people come up to me and call me mom, grandma, great-grandma. I love them. I love all of them. What legacy are you going to leave your family? Do you want them to follow your example? What do you want them to say about you?
married with children...I think the life span ended at mid 30’s. How to figure this mess all out? NO IDEA By Rick Cook in response to “Fake service dogs”: Pet owners exploit ADA loophole”: No one is against service animals. We are against pathetic people who misuse the ADA rules to get non-service and poorly trained animals into places they have no business being.
[ ROEGNER from page 4] its leader? He got the nice Democrats agree to the arrangement or play the role of the minority party may determine how the session unfolds. Fain has a strong belief that the coalition can work, and it may. Only time will tell. But the bigger issue to watch is how the politics of the Senate affect K-12 education, higher education, transportation and social services in the budget. Tom isn’t interested in new taxes and seems disinclined to take the Supreme Court seriously on funding education. Democrats will want more money for education as will some moderate Republicans, including Fain and possibly new budget chair Andy Hill (R-Redmond), who are supporters of both K-12 and higher education. But what if the trade-off is lower funding for services to seniors, the disabled or others in need? Will the coalition last, and how long will Tom be
office just off the Senate floor, but how long will he have the power? He deserted the Republican party once and their trust in him may not last long. Since both parties are likely to run candidates against Tom in 2014, the Republicans may not give their new leader much latitude. In Olympia, getting things done depends on two things: power and trust. Who has the power and who do you trust? There isn’t a lot of trust coming from the Senate chambers right now. The power could be fluid and the Democrats still control the governor’s office and the House. All the players want good government. But there is a significant difference between Republicans’ and Democrats’ view of what constitutes good government.
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[ JARVIS from page 4] The first step would be to hire a manager who was paid based on performance. 3. The city’s economic development director would also be paid for performance (e.g. number of businesses attracted to Federal Way). At a minimum, he should be required to call 10 existing businesses and 10 potential businesses every day with a simple question: “What would it take for you to keep/move your business to Federal Way?” These answers would then guide the city’s economic development plan. Spoiler alert: the Crystal Palace and/or Performing Arts Center won’t be on the list. 4. The city, school district and South King Fire and Rescue (SKFR) would be required to publish annual
reports to their constituents. Not brochures with pictures of hunky firefighters or cute children, but reports that take a hard look at what we are receiving for our tax dollars. These reports would also measure their performance against other local agencies. Lakehaven Utility District does a great job of this each year (as required by law). 5. The salaries of every elected official would be doubled (possibly tripled). At the current salary levels, very few people can afford to serve in public office. With no disrespect to our currently elected officials, we would draw a much broader group of candidates by offering them significantly higher pay. Even the mayor’s salary of $115,000 is pathetic compared to the salaries received by the
city’s department managers. Even the position of czar would require a salary of at least $200,000 before I would be interested. 6. Improve school security. As a parent who regularly volunteers at one of our grade schools, I have seen firsthand that there is essentially zero security at our grade schools. This is not acceptable. One simple solution would be to have our police officers file their paperwork from a school instead of City Hall. 7. I would completely restructure SKFR. No longer would we drive $500,000 fire trucks at 5 mpg to every first aid call. Rather, we would send two people out in a $40,000 SUV at 20 mpg to non-fire calls, leaving the third person at the station with the fire truck. In the extremely rare event of a
fire, the SUV and fire truck could meet at the scene. Not only would this save an incredible amount of money, it would improve response times as SUVs are faster than any fire truck. 8. I would create a partnership between the city, school district, Highline Community College and St. Francis Hospital to create a medical high school/running start program as part of the new hospital campus. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that should not be missed. I’ll save the list of people I would hire or fire and pet projects I would shut down for my second week as czar. Out of curiosity, what would you do if you were Czar of Federal Way? Matthew Jarvis authored this article as a private citizen and not on behalf of the editorial board.
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Pictured: Drivers ed cars. Nearly 800 students graduated from the school district’s traffic safety program last year. GREG ALLMAIN, The Mirror Grady also mentioned that FWPS students who enroll in the district program have an added benefit of convenience with an online scheduling program. Grady attributed the program’s success on the fact that most of the program is taken care of internally, from maintenance to other fees. The program’s only goal is meet its costs. “We’re not trying to make money, we’re trying to make costs. We’re not in it for a business, but we want to make sure we can still provide this service,” he said. “We’re not sitting here getting rich off of our students. Our knowledge test is free because it’s just a test. You go to the private vendors, they charge $25 to take the test.” Grady emphasized that FWPS traffic safety program is only open to students within the district.
Even with the new law, adult drivers who need to take their licensing exam, or students who live outside the district, cannot take advantage of the licensing tests offered by FWPS’ program. Mostly, this comes from insurance considerations, Grady said. “We’re very confident, and very excited to provide this for our students and our parents, because now, they can do everything at one site,” Grady said. “We just feel this is another service we can provide in this day and age, when things are tough, all the way around. Especially financially.”
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MLK Celebration starts a new tradition in FW at the message that Dr. King was trying to get out, editor@federalwaymirror.com it wasn’t just about racial Federal Way schools will inequality. It was about take on a new tradition embracing diversity and with the annual celebracelebrating the things that tion of civil rights make us different icon Martin Luther and the same.” King. The goal is to Led by the city’s rotate the annual Diversity Comcelebration among mission, the MLK the city’s high Celebration will schools. run 12:45 to 2 p.m. “This is going Martin Luther King to be a celebration Friday, Jan. 18, at Thomas Jefferson of community,” High School, 4248 S. 288th said Erin Jones, the school St. The event is free and district’s director of equity open to the public. Guest and achievement. “We want speakers include Tony to help students think about Moore, president of the how they belong to a larger Federal Way School Board. community.” Bob Danielle, chairman Along with a presentaof the commission, looks tion on King’s life, the event forward to potentially will feature performances reaching more than 1,500 by Thomas Jefferson stustudents at the celebration dents and a presentation — and reminding youth by We Day participants — that MLK Day isn’t just including a take on King’s another day off school. famous “I Have a Dream” “Many of these students speech from 1963. We Day don’t realize what Martin is a national movement that Luther King Jr. did and encourages youth to volunstood for,” he said. “If you teer and make a difference really take the time to look in their communities. For By ANDY HOBBS
example, dozens of Federal Way teens participated in a related program called We Scare Hunger last fall, collecting food donations on Halloween. Martin Luther King rose to prominence in the 1950s as a leader of the Civil Rights Movement, and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, and in the following years has become an iconic figure in American history. A national holiday was established to honor King’s legacy and was first observed Jan. 20, 1986.
Food drive Each year, the Diversity Commission holds a food drive to coincide with MLK Day. Volunteers will collect food from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at several supermarkets across Federal Way. Proceeds benefit the Multi-Service Center and Federal Way Senior Center food banks. Contact (253) 838-8265 or email posffgus@comcast.net.
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[14] January 11, 2013 [ LEGISLATIVE AGENDA from page 1] pay by the pound. Metal theft victims come from both the public and private sectors. Last August, a large quantity of copper wire was stolen from lighting installations at Celebration Park. Damage was estimated between $15,000 and $30,000. The park was hit by metal thieves three times last summer, with the August theft nearly leading to the cancellation of a soccer tournament. The problem isn’t limited to Federal Way. In May, thieves stole nearly 4.2 miles of copper wire from Sound Transit’s Link track in Tukwila. State Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland) is expected to propose legislation to create a blacklist of those who sell stolen property.
Tourism funds The city is concerned about losing money for tourism promotion. Legislation regarding the use of hotel-motel tax revenues will sunset on June 30. Federal Way receives about $190,000 annual in hotel-motel tax revenues, the city reports. The money enables the city to support and recruit sports tournaments, festivals and other events that generate tourism dollars. A key example was the 2012 U.S. Olympic Diving Trials, which brought hundreds of visitors and about $2.3 million to the region last summer. Sen. Eide said she is confident that legislators will maintain the provision that allows the current use of hotel-motel tax revenues.
Sewer construction The Lakehaven Utility District is planning a $6 million project to upgrade sewer capacity in Federal Way’s downtown business core. The original sewer line was built in the 1970s. In 2012, the Legislature allocated $2.5 million toward the Lakehaven
www.federalwaymirror.com project. The Legislature must re-affirm [ CALENDAR from page 6] a portion of that money this year so that construction can begin. Sen. Eide said the money would remain in the capital budget.
Performing arts center Federal Way seeks $5 million in the ongoing effort to build a performing arts and conference center (PACC) downtown. In October, the city picked Seattle-based developer Lorax Partners to create a design for the former Toys R Us site on 20th Avenue South near the Federal Way Transit Center. The project will cost an estimated $25 million to $30 million. The city reports that it has identified $20 million in “available capital funds and other likely sources of funding from partners and sponsors,” and needs $5 million in state money to fund the gap. City officials say the project will “catalyze redevelopment of the city center” and provide a much-needed cultural venue, which would feature a 550- to 700-seat theater along with space for conferences, seminars and meetings.
Transportation Federal Way supports the remaining phases of the Triangle Project, which addresses the interchange between I-5, SR 18 and SR 161. The first phase of construction was completed in 2012 with the opening of new flyover ramps at I-5 and SR 18, along with a new exit ramp at SR 161. With an initial price tag of $114 million, the second phase of construction will further address freeway access at South 356th Street, along with congestion relief and improved safety for motorists. Federal Way also supports transportation investments, such as the Triangle Project and inclusion of I-5/320th Street and I-5/ SR 509 improvements in any transportation package, according to the city.
American Heart Association: Decatur High School’s DECA program is sponsoring a fundraiser dance for the American Heart Association. The “Wear Red” dance will be held after the basketball game Jan. 18 against Lakes High School. Entry fee is $5 with a red American Heart Association shirt, or $10 for shirt and admission. The Decatur dance team will also perform at halftime. The goal is to raise $1,000. Contact kellis@fwps.org. Greyhound meet and greet: Come and pet the retired racing greyhounds, which make excellent pets. Free event runs 1 to 3 p.m. Jan. 19 at Mud Bay Natural Pet Foods, 1706 S. 320th St. Contact tiff072418@hotmail.com. Bird lovers: The Rainier Audubon Society will meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 51st Ave. Featured presentation will be “The World of Small” by Jay Galvin. Contact tomsernka@comcast.net. Free health and safety fair: City of Federal Way event runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 26 at the community center, 876 S. 333rd St., and features health screenings and informational resources for improving the health and safety of individuals and families. St. Francis Hospital is a sponsor. Rotary Club Winter Ball and Auction: Fundraiser for the Federal Way Rotary runs 6 to 10 p.m. Jan. 26 at the Tacoma Convention Center. Proceeds help provide scholarships and sponsorships. Cost is $110 per person. Contact afranzen@windermere. com or (206) 999-4339. A Decade of Swing: Concert will feature the co-leaders of Federal Way Symphony’s Swing Band on their own instruments, as well as the talents of many of the group’s fine musicians. Todd Zimberg is featured on drums with Lonnie Mardis on guitar. Show is 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27. Tickets are $31 with discounts for seniors, groups and military. Students ages 18 and under are free. Contact (253) 529-9857 or visit federalwaysymphony.org. Single Seniors Dine Out: Monthly dinner at Black Bear Diner’s private backroom begins at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 29 for single seniors ages 55 and up. No agenda and no RSVP necessary. Contact: bbdineout@gmail. com or (253) 332-4126. Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden: Winter visitors to the garden will be treated to
FW Symphony presents concert for tots Identical twin composers Lisa Grace Allison and Linda Sebenius present toddler-friendly versions of classic masterworks and engaging originals. “Hi-Lo Big Top Circus” features the melodies of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven and played by a flute, violin, and tuba. Show is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. Luke’s Church, 515 S. 312th St. The show is designed for children up to 8 years old. Tickets are $7 per person for all ages. Contact (253) 5299857 or visit federalwaysymphony.org. FILE PHOTO silhouettes of deciduous trees, an extensive conifer collection, swelling buds and the flowers of early blooming rhododendrons and heather in January. Garden is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday at 2525 S. 336th St. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for seniors/students, free for ages 12 and under. Contact info@rhodygarden.org or (253) 838-4646. Charity crab feed: The Knights of Columbus will hold its annual charity crab feed 7 p.m. Jan. 26 and 7 p.m. Feb. 2. Proceeds benefit multiple charities including Special Olympics, St. Vincent de Paul Society and Project Rachael. Tickets are $40 each. Learn more at (253) 941-0279 or email crab@kofc7528.org. Mostly Modern: Concert features works composed in the 20th century. Check out Leon Christian on guitar. Show is 2 p.m. Feb. 10. Tickets are $31 with discounts for seniors, groups and military. Ages 18 and under are free. Contact (253) 529-9857.
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Girls basketball: Beamer takes control of SPSL Titans remain unbeaten in league play with wins over Puyallup and Rogers; team travels to third-place Federal Way tonight in key game By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com
The Todd Beamer girls basketball team is legit. Everybody close to the program already knew this, but the extremely young and talented Titans let the entire South Puget Sound League know with an impressive 61-49 win over the previously unbeaten Puyallup Vikings on Jan. 3. Beamer, which doesn’t start a senior, were never really threatened during the game against the Vikings in Federal Way. The Titans currently sit 10-2 overall and lead the SPSL South with a perfect 8-0 record. Beamer was again led by the foursome of junior Megan Huff and freshmen Nia Alexander, Quinessa Caylao-Do and Bria Rice. Alexander, the daughter of head coach Corey Alexander, led the way for the Titans with a game-high 17 points. The 6-foot-2 Huff finished with 12, Caylao-Do ended up with 14 and Rice chipped in 10. The foursome is all averaging 10 or more points on the season for Beamer. Beamer jumped out to a 20-15 lead after the first quarter and led 34-29 at halftime. They extended the lead to eight points entering the fourth quarter. The win over the Vikings moved Beamer into the Class 4A rankings for the first time in school [ more girls, page 22 ]
Todd Beamer freshman Nia Alexander goes up for a lay-in during the Titans’ win over the previously-unbeaten Puyallup Vikings last week. Beamer is a perfect 8-0 in the SPSL South and 10-2 overall. Todd Dearinger, For the Mirror
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and making matters worse, the Seahawks were a better team than the Redskins. I can handle losing to a better team, but it wouldn’t have been fair to lose to an inferior team like Washington. That’s why I was so frustrated when the ‘Skins were up 14-0. I was ready to take back that brand-spanking new sweatshirt. Obviously, things got a lot better for my anxiety levels after that ill-fated first quarter against the Redskins. The Seahawks settled down and dominated the final three quarters. The defense didn’t allow Washington to snap the [ more sidelines page 18 ]
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Boys basketball: Emerald Ridge upsets unbeaten Eagles By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com
To say the Federal Way basketball team had been dominant in the South Puget South League South Division this season would have been an understatement. The second-ranked Eagles cruised through the first half of the league season with a perfect 8-0 record and a margin of victory of over 30 points a game. But the dominance came to an end Tuesday night at the hands of the Emerald Ridge Jaguars. Emerald Ridge handed the Eagles their first loss of the season, 68-57, on Federal Way’s home court. The Jaguars (9-2 overall, 6-2 SPSL South) dominated the second half, outscoring Federal Way, 41-28, to overcome a two-point halftime deficit. Federal Way (11-1, 8-1 SPSL
South) played without starters Brayon Blake, DeeShawn Tucker and D’Londo Tucker, who all sat out because of disciplinary reasons. The trio are three of the Eagles’ four leading scorers on the year, all averaging in double figures. The loss to Emerald Ridge comes after Federal Way handed the Jaguars a 30-point blowout in Puyallup earlier this season. It was the school’s first-ever win over the Eagles since the school opened its doors in 2000. Sophomore Malik Montoya led the way Tuesday night for Federal Way with 20 points and junior Adrian Davis chipped in 11. The Eagles face another rugged SPSL South battle Friday (Jan. 11) when they travel to Beamer to take on a very solid Titan team that has just three losses on the season. It will be the teams’ first
matchup of the year. The Eagles blew away Rogers Saturday, 70-29. Federal Way jumped out to a 21-4 lead after the first quarter and led 43-13 at halftime. The Eagles had four players score in double figures, led by the 17 of senior D’Londo Tucker. Blake and Montoya both finished with 11 points and Davis had 10 for Federal Way. Beamer — The Titans (8-3 overall, 5-3 SPSL South) blew away Rogers Tuesday night, 67-37, at home to pull closer to Federal Way at the top of the SPSL South. Beamer was led by the 19 points of Bogdon Blivenyuk and 18 from Charles Frazier. Juwan Flowers chipped in 13 points. The Titans took control of the game in the third quarter when they outscored the Rams, 21-5, to turn a 12-point lead into a
28-point advantage. chipped in 15. Beamer also beat Decatur in a Jefferson — The Raiders moved non-league contest Friday, 59-40. into second place in the SPSL Decatur jumped out to a 9-7 lead North Division with an impresafter the first quarter, but it was all sive road win over the Tahoma Beamer after that. Bears Saturday, 61-56. The Titans were led by 18 The victory moved the Raiders points from Trey Burchto 6-2 in league play and Manning and 14 each trail only Auburn (6-1) in from Bilvenyuk and the standings. Jefferson Flowers. jumped out to a quick Decatur was led by 13 19-15 lead after the first points from senior Kevin quarter and held on the Locascio and 13 from rest of the contest. Glen Jackson. Senior guard Daryon Daryon James Decatur — The Gators James led the Raiders with (7-5 overall, 3-2 SPSL 3A) 20 points, Daniel Park dominated the Bonney ended up with 16 and Lake Panthers Tuesday night, 76Deonte Anderson chipped in 12. 50. Decatur took a 40-20 lead at Jefferson is attempting to halftime and extended the lead to qualify for the West Central Dis29 points after the third quarter. trict Tournament for the first time Locascio led the way with 22 since 1985. The top-five finishers points and Jason Young finished in the SPSL North move on to the with 21 for the Gators. Jackson postseason.
UFC: Henderson named Fighter of the Year Benson Henderson had quite a 2012 and the honors keep rolling in for the Decatur High School graduate. Henderson’s year included winning the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) lightweight championship by beating former title holder Frankie Edgar in Tokyo at UFC 144 in February. It continued with August’s unanimous decision over Edgar in Denver and ended with a thrashing of Nate Diaz inside Seattle’s KeyArena last month. The perfect 2012 got even better earlier this
week when Henderson was named UFC.com’s Fighter of the Year. Henderson outdistanced second-place Jon “Bones” Jones, the UFC light heavyweight champion, in the voting. “It’s an honor to be named the Fighter of the Year,” Henderson told Bleacher Report. “When I fight, I want the fans, the media, everybody, to take notice of my fights and enjoy the show. Recognition like this just proves that the plan my coaches, training partners and I have had in place going into each fight is effective and people are taking notice.” Henderson (17-2 overall)
is a perfect 6-0 in the UFC since moving over from the smaller World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) organization two years ago. Henderson held the WEC lightweight championship for over a year before having his 10-fight win streak snapped by Anthony “Showtime” Pettis in December 2010. Since the loss to Pettis, Henderson has steamrolled five of the UFC’s top contenders in very impressive fashion. He beat Canada’s Mark Bocek by unanimous decision in front of 55,000 fans in Toronto in April 2011. Henderson then stopped
Jim Miller’s seven-match UFC win streak in August 2011 before winning another unanimous decision over Clay Guida in November 2011 at UFC on FOX in Anaheim. The wins set up his first title fight with Edgar. “To beat Frankie Edgar twice and to go out there and do what he did against Diaz just shows you how incredibly talented Benson Henderson is,” UFC President Dana White said. “He had an amazing year.” Henderson has long said that his goal is to dominate the UFC’s lightweight division, the deepest in the UFC, and make a run at
Decatur grad Benson Henderson finished 2012 with a perfect 3-0 record with the UFC lightweight title on the line. courtesy photo Anderson Silva’s all-time title defense record, which stands at 10 wins in a row. Henderson, 29, began his wrestling career during his time at Lakota Middle School and continued wrestling at Decatur, where he competed under head coach Mike Bressler. He went on to wrestle at Dana College in Nebraska and
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Federal Way Public Schools will celebrate the induction of its fifth Athletic Hall of Fame class during halftime of the Federal Way at Todd Beamer girls’ basketball game at 7 p.m. on Feb. 1. The 2013 class includes Gary Baker, Sam Beesley, Wil Derrick and Dave Hunter, four coaches who have left a lasting mark on the district’s middle and high school programs. The Hall of Fame honors district employees who have made a significant impact on the district’s athletic programs. Baker started teaching math and physical education at Sacajawea Junior High in 1971. For the next 27 years, he was a math teacher and administrator at Decatur High School, retiring in 2005. Baker coached 22 teams at Sacajawea, Lakota and Illahee middle schoools. At Decatur, he coached football for three years and was head girls basketball coach for 20 years. Under Baker’s coaching, the Gators made six district tournaments and appeared at state twice. The 1999 squad placed fifth in the state — the highest ever at Decatur. Beesley retired from teaching social studies in 2003, but is still coaching track at Federal Way High School. Beesley started his career in Eastern Washington before migrating to Thomas Jefferson as the head football and track coach in 1983. Quickly successful, he was named Wash-
ington State Football Coach of the Year in 1985. Beesley finally gave up his whistle last year as Federal Way’s defensive coordinator where the Eagles compiled the best defensive record in history, allowing only 64 yards rushing per game. As head track coach, the Eagles have not lost a dual meet for five years and placed second at state last spring. He has been named SPSL Track Coach of the Year at TJ (1990) and Federal Way the last five years in a row. Derrick is still educating and coaching after 52 years. He began at Union Gap in 1959 and started at Illahee in 1979. Today, he is a district administrator and assistant gymnastics coach at Lakota. Derrick is the grandfather of Federal Way district gymnastics. His teams (Illahee, Totem and Lakota) won 13 district championships and developed a foundation of success for the high school squads. Through Derrick’s mentorship, many of his protégées are now coaching gymnastics in the district. Hunter retired from teaching math at Thomas Jefferson in 2011, but is still the Raider golf coach. Prior to that, Hunter coached at Sacajawea until 1992. At Sacajawea, he coached just about everything. He was the leader of the great Sacajawea teams during 1970s and 80s and became TJ’s head basketball and golf coach in 1992. As a rival coach stated, “Dave’s teams were always well prepared, disciplined and awfully hard to beat.”
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Briefs: Club crowns champs By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com
The Federal Way Boys and Girls Club first-/second-grade Fall Munchkin League crowned a champion recently. The Heat, coached by Mike Bible, knocked off the Suns, led by coach Randy Graap. The Heat ended the season a perfect 9-0 while the Suns posted a 6-3 record to capture second place. The champions of the third-/fourth-grade league
were the Knicks, coached by Lovell Davis. Registration for the upcoming Winter League is open until Jan. 25. Games will be played Feb. 11 to March 15. Teams are formed by local school and area. The divisions are divided into coed and consist of first/second grade, third/ fourth, and fifth/sixth. Games are played at the Boys and Girls Club and local middle schools. The program costs $60 for all leagues, plus a $36
Club membership fee. Registration can be done online at www.fwbgc.org or call Dolan Holt at (253) 681-6514. • Federal Way National Little League is conducting in-person registrations for the spring 2013 season at the Federal Way Regional Library. The dates and times are Saturday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 26, also from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. [ more briefs page 18 ]
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The Decatur wrestling team continued their impressive 2012-13 season by adding another tournament title to its everincreasing trophy case. The second-ranked Gators won the Panther Classic Saturday at Snohomish High School. “This is a very tough 16-team tournament with high-level wrestling teams,” said head coach Mike Bressler. Decatur racked up 171 points to outdistance second-place Snohomish (147 points). Bethel finished up in third and the Todd Beamer Titans ended up in seventh place. The Gators finished with eight placers during the tournament and picked up weight-division championships from Isaiah Diggs, Nick Karis and Kyle Gleed. Diggs, a sophomore, might have had the most impressive run of the tour-
nament for Decatur. The The Gators were also 138-pounder knocked off competing without three previously unbeaten Greg of their top wrestlers, Eagle of Snohomish, 4-3, Rowland Gaydosh, Spenin the championship bout. cer Smith and Leviticus Karis and Gleed’s titles Arizpe. were a little more ex“This is quite an accompected. Both were regional plishment, considering champions a season ago those three are major point and dominated their scorers,” Bressler said. weight classes SatBeamer’s placers urday in Snohomwere Malik Messiah ish. Karis won the (third, 106), Jordan 170-pound title Rhodes (fifth, 113), after pinning all Brett Dykman (secfour of his opond, 120), Adrian ponents, includAvena (third, 132), ing a 5:21 fall off Ishiah Belle (third, Nick Karis Kamiak’s Tyler 138) and Mitchell Webley-Kunard in Owens (third, 160). the championship. The Titans also won a Gleed also pinned all his pair of South Puget Sound opponents at 285 pounds League South Division Saturday, including a matches Wednesday night. 28-second pin of Glacier Beamer beat Emerald Park’s Mosese Fifita in the Ridge, 54-22, and Bethel, final. 41-33. Decatur’s other placers Beamer got wins in each were Trysten Dawson (sec- meet from Messiah at 106 ond, 113), Keoni Aparis pounds, Rhodes (120), (second, 132), Dennis Haftem Tafere (126), Good (fifth, 145), AJ Sarno Avena (132), Blake Hansen (fifth, 152) and Justin (152), Owens (160) and Robison (fifth, 195). Marion Jackson (170).
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NOTICE OF INTENT PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Federal Way, Brian Roberts, 33325 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, 21st Ave SW @ SW 336th St Intersection, is located at the 21st Ave SW @ SW 336th St Intersection in Federal Way in King County. This project involves 2.8 acres of soil disturbance for Highway or Road, and Utilities construction activities. Stormwater will be discharged to Lakota Creek, and to Hylebos Creek/Panther Lake. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II antidegradation requirements under WAC 173 201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: Department of Ecology Attn: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696 Published in the Federal Way Mirror: Friday, January 11, 2013 and Friday, January 18, 2013 FWM 1965
NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS) South 320th Street @ 20th Avenue South Intersection Improvements Federal Way File No: 12-105336-00-SE Proposal: P roposed project includes widening South 320th Street for an additional left-turn lane eastbound and westbound. Improvements include the installation of new curb, gutters, sidewalk, and a stormwater treatment system along 20th Avenue South. Applicant: Brian Roberts, City of Federal Way Public Works, 33325 8th Avenue S, Federal Way Location: S 320th Street @ 20th Ave S right-ofway, Federal Way Lead Agency: City of Federal Way Community and Economic Development Department Staff Contact: Becky Chapin, Assistant Planner, 253-835-2641 The Responsible Official of the City of Federal Way hereby makes the following threshold determination based upon impacts identified in the Environmental Checklist; Federal Way Comprehensive Plan; and other policies, plans, rules, and regulations designated as a basis for exercise of substantive authority under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules pursuant to RCW 43.21C.060. The lead agency for this proposal has determined that the proposed action does not have probable significant adverse impact on the environment and an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.032(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist, Engineering permit application, and other information on file with the lead agency. The project file is available for review during normal business hours at the Permit Center located on the second floor of City Hall. This DNS is issued under Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date of issuance. Comments must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on January 25, 2013. 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 Federal Way City Clerk (33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003), no later than February 8, 2013. Any person appealing the decision should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Printed in the Federal Way Mirror on January 11, 2013. FWM 1966
NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR CLALLAM COUNTY Estate of Charles Lee Lindell, deceased NO: 12 4 00403 0 The personal representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the deceased must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of first publication: December 28, 2012 Verdon Stephen Henrikson Attorney for Personal Representative Alan E. Millet, WSBA #11706 Address for mailing or service: PO Box 1029, Sequim, WA 98382 Date of publication(s): December 28, 2012, January 4 and January 11, 2013 FWM 1962
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Federal Way Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing at 2:00 p.m., or soon thereafter, on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, in the Federal Way City Council Chambers, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA. Project Name/File Number: Soundview Manor Preliminary Plat / 07-103109-00-SU Requested Decision and Project Description: The proposed action includes subdividing approximately 9.01 acres into 21 separate lots. The proposal includes developing an internal road system, street frontage improvements on SW Dash Point Road, utility construction, storm drainage control improvements, and other related infrastructure improvements. Pursuant to Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18, “Subdivisions,” the Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat application and forward a recommendation to the Federal Way City Council. Applicant’s Agent: Craig Deaver, CES Northwest Inc., 310 29th Street, Suite 101, Puyallup, WA 98372 Project Location: The subject property is located on the south side of the 4100 block of SW Dash Point Road, in the SW ¼ of Section 11, Township 21 North, Range 03 East, W.M., in King County, Washington (Vicinity Map), King County parcel numbers 112103-9119 and 112103-9060 Date Application Received: June 7, 2007 Date Determined Complete: April 29, 2008 Date of Notice of Application: May 3, 2008 Permits Required by this Application: Preliminary Plat Approval (File 07-10103109-SU); Environmental Threshold Determination (File 07-103111SE); Traffic Concurrency (File 11-104463-CN); and Street Modification (File 11-104464-SM). Development Regulations to Be Used for Project Review: Federal Way Revised Code Title 14, ‘Environmental Policy’; Title 16, ‘Surface Water Management’; Title 19, ‘Zoning and Development Code.’ Public Comments and Appeals: Any person may submit written comments to the Hearing Examiner by delivering these comments to the Community and Economic Development Department prior to the public hearing date, or by giving these directly to the Hearing Examiner at the public hearing. Any person may provide verbal comments during the hearing and/or request a copy of the decision. Only the applicant, persons who submit written or provide verbal comments to the Hearing Examiner, or persons who specifically request a copy of the written decision may appeal the land use decision. Details of appeal procedures will be included with the written decision. Availability of File: The official project file and existing environmental documents are available for public review during normal business hours at the Community and Economic Development Department, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003. Staff Contact: Senior Planner Janet Shull, AICP, 253-835-2644 Published in the Federal Way Mirror on January 11, 2013. FWM 1968
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Federal Way Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing at 2:00 p.m., or soon thereafter, on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, in the Federal Way City Council Chambers, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA. Project Name/File Number: Russian Ukranian Parsousia SDA Church / 11-105157-00-UP Requested Decision and Project Description: The applicant is requesting a Process IV “Hearing Examiner” decision pursuant to Federal Way Revised Code Chapter 19.70. The applicant proposes church facility improvements that include a new 9,120 square-foot sanctuary building, 83-stall parking area, stormwater facilities, and landscaping. Site work will require the demolition of an existing single family home to accommodate proposed improvements. Applicant: Don Kirkman, P.O. Box 816, Auburn, WA 98071 Project Location: 1860 South 336th Street, Federal Way, WA 98003 Date Application Received: December 30, 2011 Date Determined Complete: January 25, 2012 Date of Notice of Application: January 27, 2012 Permits Required by this Application: Process IV ‘Hearing Examiner’ (File 11-105157-UP); Environmental Threshold Determination (File 12-100185SE); and Traffic Concurrency (File 11-105158-CN). Development Regulations to Be Used for Project Review: Federal Way Revised Code Title 14, ‘Environmental Policy’; Title 16, ‘Surface Water Management’; Title 19, ‘Zoning and Development Code.’ Public Comments and Appeals: Any person may submit written comments to the Hearing Examiner by delivering these comments to the Community and Economic Development Department prior to the public hearing date, or by giving these directly to the Hearing Examiner at the public hearing. Any person may provide verbal comments during the hearing and/or request a copy of the decision. Only the applicant, persons who submit written or provide verbal comments to the Hearing Examiner, or persons who specifically request a copy of the written decision may appeal the land use decision. Details of appeal procedures will be included with the written decision. Availability of File: The official project file and existing environmental documents are available for public review during normal business hours at the Community and Economic Development Department, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003. Staff Contact: Senior Planner Janet Shull, AICP, 253-835-2644 Published in the Federal Way Mirror on January 11, 2013. FWM 1969
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY REQUEST FOR BIDS 2013 ASPHALT OVERLAY PROJECT RFB # 13-102 SUBMITTAL OF SEALED BIDS: Notice is hereby given that the City of Federal Way, Washington, will receive sealed bids through February 13, 2013 until 10:00 a.m., at the City Hall Purchasing Office or by US Mail at City of Federal Way, Purchasing Office, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington 98003. Proposals received after 10:00 a.m. on said date will not be considered. BID OPENING: All bids will be opened and read publicly aloud at 10:10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 13, 2013, at City Hall Hylebos Conference Room 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington, for this RFB. All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid deposit by a cashier’s or certified check, or Bid Bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into a contract and furnish satisfactory Performance Bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid deposit or bond shall be forfeited to the City of Federal Way.
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LEGAL NOTICES ...continued from page 20 DESCRIPTION OF WORK: This project shall consist of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor and other work or items incidental thereto (excepting any materials, equipment, utilities or service, if any, specified herein to be furnished by the Owner or others), for the construction, sequencing and traffic control plan for overlaying existing asphalt concrete pavement in up to five (5) different locations within the City of Federal Way. The work shall include but not limited to: Hot Mix Asphalt pavement overlay (13,200 tons) and Hot Mix Asphalt pavement, pavement repair, planing of asphalt pavement, paving fabric, sidewalk repair, curb and gutter repair, truncated dome retrofit, adjustment of existing utilities, traffic markings, traffic signal loops, wheelchair ramps and all items necessary to complete the work as described in the Contract documents. The Contractor shall complete all work within 80 working days. The bidder is urged to check the plans and contract provisions carefully. All bid proposals shall be in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and all other contract documents now on file in the Purchasing Office of the City of Federal Way. Bid documents may be obtained from the Purchasing Department at (253) 835-2526. Any questions concerning the description of the work contained in the contract documents must be directed to Jeff Huynh, Street Systems Engineer, by facsimile at (253) 835-2709, or by letter addressed to Jeff Huynh, Street Systems Engineer prior to bid opening date. PURCHASE OF BID DOCUMENTS: Bidders may purchase copies of the Bidding Documents (half-size plans) in person, or by mailing a Twenty-Five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00) (non-refundable) check or cashiers’ check payable to the City of Federal Way, 33325 8th Avenue South, Fede r a l Wa y, WA 98003-6325, phone (253) 835-2526. If purchasing by mail, please indicate your request for Bidding Documents for RFB #13-102, 2013 Asphalt Overlay Project. Informational copies of maps, plans, and specifications are available for review at the Public Works Department, Federal Way City Hall, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington. Bidding Documents are also available for review at the following Plan Centers: Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce, Attn: Plancenter.com, 83 Columbia St, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98104 Daily Journal of Commerce Project Center, 921 SW Washington St, Suite 210, Portland, OR 97205 McGraw Hill, 200 SW Michigan St, Suite 100A, Seattle, WA 98106 Valley Plan Center, 10002 Aurora Avenue North,
#36, PMB 334, Seattle, WA 98133 Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South, Suite 500, Norcross, GA 30092 Builders Exchange of Washington, 2607 Wetmore Avenue, Everett, WA 98201 Contractor Plan Center, 14625 SE 82nd Drive, Clackamas, OR 97015 Contractor’s Resource Center, 2301 So Jackson Street, Suite 101B, Seattle, WA 98144 The City, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49 C.F.R., Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 23 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, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. The City encourages minority and women-owned firms to submit bids consistent with the City’s policy to insure that such firms are afforded the maximum practicable opportunity to compete for and obtain public contracts. The Contractor will be required to comply with all local, State, and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to equal employment opportunities. The City anticipates awarding this project to the successful bidder and intends to give Notice to Proceed as soon as the Contract and all required associated documents are executed in full. However, regardless of the date of award, or Notice to Proceed, the Contractor must complete all work under this project by October 31, 2013. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS: The City of Federal Way reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the bidding, and determine which bid or bidder meets the criteria set forth in the bid documents. No bidder may withdraw his bid after the hour set for the opening thereof unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding thirty (30) days. Dated the 11 day of January, 2013. Dates of Publication: Federal Way Mirror: January 11 and January 18, 2013 Daily Journal of Commerce: January 12 and January 19, 2013 FWM 1967
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State cheerleading moved to Hec Edmundson at UW FOR THE MIRROR
Due to a scheduling conflict, the WIAA/ Dairy Farmers of Washington/Les Schwab Tires State Cheerleading and Salute to Spirit Presented by Farmers Insurance competitions have moved to Alaska Airlines Arena at “Hec” Edmundson Pavilion on the campus of the University of Washington for the 2013 winter season. “This is very exciting for the studentathletes that will be participating in State Cheerleading and Salute to Spirit,” WIAA Executive Director Mike Colbrese said. “The Association is committed to providing a first-class experience for the studentathletes, fans and coaches for these events and by moving to Alaska Airlines Arena, I believe we have executed this commitment.” The events, which kickoff the winter state championships on Saturday, Jan. 26, get a brand new look in the 10,000 capacity arena. Built in 1927 and renovated in 19992000, Alaska Airlines Arena gives fans an intimate setting to view the premier state
cheerleaders in the state. Salute to Spirit, in its eighth year as a qualifying event for State Dance/Drill, features approximately 15 routines. State Cheerleading Championships follow later that day with approximately 40 squads competing. All performances will be broadcasted live on the WIAA Network courtesy of the WIAA and PlayON! Sports. The State Cheerleading routines will be archived and available for on-demand viewing on the Network following the completion of the state championships. Tickets for the events are $9 for adults and $7 for students with a valid ASB card and senior citizens. Tickets will be available on-site and include entry to both Salute to Spirit and the State Cheerleading Championships. For schedules, parking and directions to the event, please log on to the WIAA website at www.WIAA.com Send sports information to Casey Olson at sports@fedwaymirror.com
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history. The 10th-ranked Titans’ two losses on the season came in a pair of nonleaguers against the topranked team from Oregon and the top-ranked Class 3A team in Washington, Wilson. Oregon City, who are also ranked 14th in the nation by USA Today, beat Beamer, 67-54, last month. The Pioneers have won 11 Oregon state titles in the last 20 years. Wilson dominated the second half Saturday night to win, 72-50. The Rams outscored the Titans, 36-17, in the third and fourth quarters on their home court. Beamer led 2018 after the first quarter. The Titans were led by 13 points apiece from CaylaoDo and Huff. Beamer also blew away Rogers Tuesday night, 5436. The Titans jumped out to a 15-10 lead after the first quarter and led 29-18 at halftime. Rice led the way with 15 points, Huff finished with 13 and Alexander chipped in 10 points. Beamer will take on the Federal Way Eagles Friday night in a key SPSL South battle. The game will be played at Federal Way High School. Federal Way — The Eagles (11-2 overall, 7-2 SPSL South) remained in the hunt in the SPSL South with a 61-45 win over Emerald Ridge Tuesday in
Beamer junior forward Megan Huff finished with a team-high 13 points during the Titans’ 72-50 loss to Wilson on Saturday night in Tacoma. Todd Dearinger, For the Mirror Federal Way. The Jaguars took a 13-11 lead after the first quarter, but the Eagles fought back to take a 28-23 lead at halftime. Federal Way was led by the 20 points of senior Raven Benton and also got 14 from Zaedrea Robinson and 10 from Kayla Smith. Jefferson — The Raiders (3-8 overall, 2-6 SPSL North) dropped an SPSL North home game to Tahoma Saturday, 61-53. Jada Piper led the way with 16 points, Ruby Boyzo finished with 13 and Jaylynn Piper chipped in 11. Decatur — The Gators
(0-12 overall, 0-3 SPSL 3A) remained winless on the season with a 55-12 loss to Bonney Lake Tuesday. Decatur fell behind 19-5 after the first quarter and scored only two points in the second half. Melissa Garcia led the way with six points. Christian Faith — The Eagles improved to 6-2 on the season with a 57-48 win over Puget Sound Adventist at the EX-3 Teen Center in Federal Way. Katrice Pond had 28 points, 12 rebounds and three steals. Alana Christy had 13 points and 18 rebounds.
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On Dec. 14, 2012, a gunman killed 20 students and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn. COURTESY PHOTO
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tinue our relationship with (Chief) Brian Wilson and Neu said the proposition our police department, of arming teachers and/or and Skip Priest, our mayor. administrators is irresponBecause those people are sible. trained to handle those “To hear the ensuing dekinds of situations. And bate about arming teachers what’s really nice, about and principals and security Federal Way, is where our guards. I just want to go on police are stationed in the record with the board our schools, our resource in saying I think officers that are that is one of the “Putting guns in the armed and our hands of teachers most irresponcampuses, they sible positions to and principals, who are prepared to got in this business react to any of take in this gun of educating kids, discussion. But our schools.” the reality is, if a and not being “I just want armed forces…It’s to assure our gunman wants to do what these just not a solution.” community, and gunmen want to Rob Neu, superintendent assure our board, do…there’s little that we have that anyone can been working do to stop them. on (preparation) Putting guns in the hands for these situations, these of teachers and principals, incidents,” he added. who got in this business of Board president Tony educating kids, and not beMoore thanked Neu for his ing armed forces…It’s just comments, adding that in not a solution, in my mind, the delicate conversation and will not be one that about how to keep children comes forward as a recomsafe in schools, there is the mendation while I’m your potential to move too far superintendent.” one way or the other. The superintendent said “It is our hope not to he plans on strengthening overreact and cause a widethe school district’s relaspread panic,” Moore said. tionship with the Federal “We have those partnerWay Police Department. ships (with FWPD and the As it stands right now, city), we can strengthen police officers are present at those relationships. I know the district’s high schools. I’ve already received emails Known as school resource of people wanting to arm officers, they wear their full our fifth-graders, but we complement of gear while can go too far the other on duty at the schools. way, and really go backNeu said these officers ward.” are better prepared and betLearn more ter trained at dealing with any dangerous situations To learn about the that may arise. district’s efforts to protect “I am going to constudents, visit fwps.org
Tax prep: Volunteers are needed for a free tax prep site in Federal Way and throughout King County. In Federal Way, the free tax preparation site will be located at the Multi-Service Center, 1200 S. 336th St. To learn more, visit www.uwkc. org/taxvolunteer or email EITC@ uwkc.org. Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: Group meets second and fourth Thursdays, starting with social hour at 6 p.m., at Emeritus Assisted Living, 31002 14th Ave. South, Federal Way. Call (253) 344-1767.
Federal Way Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver 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 Janet Ross at (253) 838-4658. Clothing donations: The MultiService Center Clothing Bank in Federal Way is in need of clothing donations for all members of the family. Contact (253) 838-6810 or territ@multi-servicecenter.com. Volunteer GED tutors: MultiService Center seeks volunteer
New robotics team at Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson High School formed a new FIRST robotics team. The team, pictured above, recently attended a season kick-off event at Auburn High School. They are about to embark on building a robot to compete at the Seattle Regional Event in March, according to Shawn Timulak, physics teacher at TJ. COURTESY PHOTO
Academic ‘anti-resolutions’ for 2013 By Morgan Griffith Federal Way Sylvan Learning
New Year’s academic resolutions are pretty much off the list of most students. We adults don’t set a better example either. Since the beginning of time, we have been making and breaking New Year’s resolutions. Our well-intended resolutions often don’t work because changing deeply ingrained habits is never easy, even for the most determined among us. So if you want to secure a successful change in your student this year, particularly with regards to academic performance, try a new tactic: The Anti-Resolution. By saying no, students can create some new, positive academic habits. Allow your student to brainstorm a few things he or she will NOT do, in the pursuit of higher grades and a more positive school experience. Here are 10 anti-resolution suggestions from Sylvan Learning to get your student paving a path toward better academic results in 2013: 1. I will NOT start studying the night before a test. Procrastination is one of the biggest grade-killers. Children who get into the habit of studying earlier – or tackling a school
project well ahead of its due date — will get the higher scores they were capable of achieving all along. 2. I will NOT tune out in math class. For many students, all-important math and algebra classes are the biggest challenge. Simply paying attention can pay dividends. 3. I will NOT be afraid to raise my hand in class. This is a big one. Asking questions is a key part of learning. A teacher’s answer to a single question may clarify a student’s understanding of an entire lesson. 4. I will NOT play video games before I do my homework. Today’s children have an almost limitless variety of electronic diversions that can lure them away from schoolwork. Students need to get into the habit of making sure that schoolwork takes precedence. 5. I will NOT miss out on reading for 20 minutes every day. Children cannot improve reading skills or develop a love of reading if they don’t do it regularly. Twenty minutes per day is the bare minimum. 6. I will NOT participate in social media during every spare minute. As useful and entertaining as Facebook and Twitter can be, they also can be constant sources of interruption
tutors to work with young adults clothing bank. Contact Terri Turner: for their GED exams. For details, (253) 838-6810. contact (253) 838-6810 or traviss@ Swim and tennis lessons: multi-servicecenter.com. Marine Hills Swim and Tennis Give blood: Cascade Club, 600 S. 302nd St., Regional Blood Services offers lessons for all ages AROUND is hosting multiple blood and abilities. The club drives in Federal Way. also welcomes veteran For locations and aptennis instructor Kermit pointments, contact Robin Escame. To learn more or Lulich: (253) 927-0540 ext. register, contact manager@ 202. marinehillspool.org or (253) 839-4690. Also visit www.marineVolunteer drivers: The Multihillspool.org. Service Center seeks volunteer van drivers to assist with the food and Cabins: Come visit the newly
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during academic tasks, both in and out of class. 7. I will NOT talk in class when I should be listening. Teachers often hear students offer the excuse, “I guess I didn’t hear it.” The teacher’s job is to instruct; the student’s job is to pay attention. 8. I will NOT forget to write down my assignments. A student can’t do homework he or she doesn’t know about. Frantic last-minute calls to classmates for homework assignments waste time and demonstrate a lack of discipline. 9. I will NOT sit in the back of class. Sitting closer to the front of the class encourages participation and shows the teacher you’re interested. 10. I will NOT forget how important school is to my future. The daily routine of school may blunt a student’s perception of just how important academics are in the grand scheme of things. Children should remain aware that how well they do in school really matters. There you have it – 10 things for students not to do in 2013.
Morgan Griffith is center director for Sylvan Learning. Visit www.sylvanlearning.com/ federalway or call (253) 838-0507.
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) 9457842. World Vision tours: World Vision’s interactive center takes visitors of all ages on a self-guided 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. Self-guided tours are available 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (253) 815-2555 or email tours@worldvision.org. Shopping carts: Citizens can report abandoned shopping carts on the city’s cart hotline at (253) 835-6774 or at www.cityof federalway.com/shoppingcart. SEND CALENDAR ITEMS TO: editor@federalwaymirror.com
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