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In a clean sweep for supporters of the voter-approved changes to the county charter, all three propositions presented to the people in the November election were upheld in a decision handed down Feb. 26 in San Juan County Superior Court.

The ruling means that the election of a new three-member County Council will proceed as scheduled on April 23, executive authority will be returned to the County Council, and all council meetings, including subcommittee meetings, will be open to the public.

In a four-page letter detailing his decision on each of the seven causes of action presented by the plaintiffs, Judge John M. Meyer, as Visiting Judge in San Juan County Superior Court, ruled that the charter amendments do not violate either the Washington or the U. S. Constitution, or state law.

On the key issue of the disproportionate populations of the three districts, Meyer wrote, “residency districts, as opposed to voting districts, may be unequal in population and size.”

On the other key issue of voting rights, he wrote: “Not one of the propositions put before the voters has an impact on the fundamental right to vote.”

Friday Harbor’s Stephanie Johnson O’Day, attorney for See rejected, Page 4

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Volunteer flight instructor Bob Jamieson, right, receives a handshake and desk clock from Friday Harbor High School’s Larry Wight, and high praise from school officials, at a Feb. 20 send-off ceremony.

Head Start faces cuts — again

See farewell, Page 2 San Juan Island’s Head Start students enjoy a dip in an inflatable pool, with Sarah Werling, teacher and program manager, (background), watching on.

By Steve Wehrly Journal reporter

The 14 children in San Juan Island’s Head Start program don’t know anything about how deficits or sequestration work.

Their parents and teachers, however, know just enough about those subjects to worry that a major part of the future lives of those 14 kids could be lost because a lot of people in Congress believe money spent on Head Start should instead be used to reduce the U.S.

Bob Jamieson loves everything about airplanes and flying. And he especially loves teaching kids to fly.

For 10 years, he’s volunteered his time as an FAA-certified flight instructor to teach the private pilot ground school class to more than 50 Friday Harbor students. At the monthly School Board meeting on Feb. 20, he was recognized for his service with a desk clock, a plaque and a gift certificate for two at The Place restaurant.

He’s logged more than 25,000 hours in the sky; March 11 will mark the 50th anniversary of his pilot’s license. He’s often the night medical evacuation pilot for seriously sick or injured people who need to be flown to mainland hospitals. He’s built planes from plans, and restored classic aircraft.

But he says his greatest satisfaction has come from teaching hundreds of people to fly: he’s been an FAA-certified flight instructor for 40 years, teaching hundreds of people to fly at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, in the U.S. military – and at Friday Harbor High School for the past ten years. Plus, he had a complete career as a commercial pilot for

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“I had a great time teaching those kids,” he said. “They were all upstanding, high-character kids who were no trouble to teach. It’s been especially gratifying to watch maybe 15 localSign students, like#1 Connor Johns, Blake Guard up Ad and Andrew Scheffer, become pilots.”

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said. “Kids have no fear. I have to teach them to stay within their abilities.”

The most fun? Annual small airplane trips to Boeing Field and the Museum of Flight, where Jamieson assigned projects and reports to every student. “I have a small collection of truly wonderful drawings of planes by the students.

Some of the kids are fantastic artists,” he said.

Jamieson clearly liked teaching at FHHS, and he’s trying to talk his daughter, Megan Jamieson, into following him as a volunteer ground school flight instructor at the school.

Which is just what Larry Wight, director of career and technical education at FHHS, wants to see happen in other technical or career fields.

“Bob’s class was just excellent. He’s an example that I hope others with relevant skills will emulate,” Wight said. “A few more people like Bob can make us the best school in the state, if we aren’t already.”

Jamieson returned Wight’s praise, saying that Wight provided “everything necessary so the program was successful.

He was so good to work with, and I hope he can continue the class and develop new ones.”

Except that it would appear, at least at this point, that Bob Jamieson may quite well be one of a kind.

Lions Club Blood Drive March 13

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Legion to honor deceased veterans The American Legion, Post 163 of Friday Harbor will host a special remembrance ceremony in honor of all military veterans from the islands who have passed without military honors.

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NPS draws $18 M in visitor spending San Juan Island National Historical Park drew more than 266,000 visitors, who, collectively, accounted for roughly $18 million in spending in the area, according to a study by Michigan State University commissioned by the National Parks Service.

The Parks Service estimates that spending helped to support 250 local jobs in the community.

“San Juan Island National Historical Park is a wonderful place to learn about America’s story,” said Lee Taylor, superintendent of San Juan Island National Historical Park. “We attract visitors from across the U.S.

Head Start:

Continued from page 1 Start, the parent agency of San Juan Island Head Start, estimated that “between 25 and 30 kids and their families would no longer receive services from Skagit/Islands Head Start.”

Skagit/Island Head Start serves about 1,000 children in Skagit, Island and San Juan counties, combined.

Sarah Werling, lead teacher and manager of the Head Start program, refuses to believe such unthinking cruelty could be visited upon these most vulnerable islanders, all of whom live in families in or near poverty, and many of whom struggle with disabilities, cognitive deficits or various behavior problems that threaten their future education.

Head Start has a waiting list of up to 10 children every year, and because of

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The Michigan State report estimates 63 percent of the 250 local jobs are in the lodging and hospitality industry, with 17 percent in the recreation and entertain-

past budget cuts, lost four to six “slots” for participating children. Admission to the program, located near Friday Harbor Elementary School, is on a “point system,” which includes family income levels, disability, being a foster child and homelessness.

The cost of the program amounts to about $9,300 per child per year. Werling and the state head start association point to studies that show post-Head Start benefits to school districts amount to as much as $10,000 per child per year in reduced special education, corrective education and behavior-related costs.

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Helen Venada received the thanks of county officials at the Feb. 26 County Council meeting for 24 years of service, much of that time as solid waste coordinator for San Juan County.

At the recognition ceremony, Venada received a fond farewell and a plaque extolling her “commitment, passion and leadership” in organizing the county hazardous waste roundups, which resulted in the collection and disposal of more than 500 tons of hazardous chemicals.

In response, Venada, known by many as “Hazardous Helen” for her leadership in the county’s collection of hazardous waste, thanked the council for its recognition, thanked by name about two dozen people throughout the islands who worked with her and made her job, as she said, “rewarding and encouraging.”

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speaking her mind, Venada added, “I want to go on record that I did not choose to retire. I was laid off.”

Venada has been active in the restructuring of county solid waste collection and disposal operations, especially during the last two years after voters rejected a ballot measure that would have enacted a “parcel fee” to generate additional funding for a county-run solid waste operation.

The ensuing privatization of the Orcas and San Juan transfer site operations and the creation of the Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District has contributed to multiple changes in solid waste division personnel, including elimination of Venada’s position.

Reached after the ceremony, Public Works Director Frank Mulcahy praised Venada for her work and acknowledged that she “wanted to stay,” but pointed to budget shortfalls and department restructuring that required the departure not only of Venada, a part-time employee, but also of two full-time employees, Elizabeth Anderson and Steve Alexander, both of whom worked for public works’ solid waste division.

Rejected:

Continued from page 1 the plaintiffs, said she would appeal the decision, probably on an emergency basis to the state Supreme Court, and she would renew her request for a temporary injunction halting the April 23 election.

“We always anticipated that one side or the other would appeal,” she said.

Although not happy with the result, Johnson O’Day is gratified by Meyer’s comments near the end of his decision that the plaintiffs “raised good and debatable issues” and “people participated for more than merely

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Helen Venada displays a proclamation signed by the County Council, presented Feb. 26, in honor of 24 years of employment with San Juan County.

Earlier this year, Mulcahy added Sam Gibboney as Solid Waste Program Administrator. Gibboney will perform most of the functions of the departed staffers as well as some solid waste duties performed by Utility Manager Ed Hale.

“I wish we had the money to keep them all,” Mulcahy said, “but it just couldn’t be done in the context of totally changing the way solid waste is handled in the county.”

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not liking the political result, but to question the process.”

County Prosecutor Randy Gaylord, lead attorney for the defendants, commented, “I am pleased that Judge Meyer upheld the will of the voters. Judge Meyer recognized the ability of the voters to make informed decisions about their government.”

Gaylord, signaling his displeasure with the likely appeal, called upon the islanders to “rally around this decision and the charter changes and focus their efforts on getting to know the six candidates who will be on the ballot in the April election.”

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Commission that proposed the amendments, defended the CRC process and the result. As to process, Peterson said, “The Judge affirmed the fairness of the work the Charter Review Commission did.” As to result, he added, “The voters are capable of judging the issues and making informed decisions for themselves. Like it or not, the majority rules.”

In his decision, Meyer noted that voters basically reinstated the same type of government they had just eight years earlier by approving the three propositions championed by the Charter Review Commission.

“Most interesting to me, though perhaps not particularly relevant, is that the propositions 1, 2 and 3 essentially implement the same system of government that existed before the original (home rule charter) was put into effect in 2005,” he said.

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The ferry Rhododendron is joining the B.C. aquaculture industry.

Retired from the state Ferries fleet in 2012 and sold last month for $250,000, the Rhododendron will become a support vessel for an aquaculture company on the east side of a Vancouver Island.

Affectionately known by ferry riders as the “Rhody,” the ferry was built in Baltimore in 1947 and purchased in 1954 from its Chesapeake Bay operators. In November 2012, an online auction bid of $300,000 was withdrawn, leading to a negotiated sale to multi-line Atlantic Cape Fisheries, headquartered in Cape May, New Jersey.

Atlantic Cape’s shellfish and scallop subsidiary, Island Scallops, will reportedly use the Rhododendron in its Vancouver Island aquaculture operations without engines.

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The Annual Notable Women’s Luncheon and award ceremony is the feature of the March 6 weekly Friday Harbor Soroptimist luncheon.

The luncheon is SIFY’s celebration of International Women’s Day. The 2013 theme is “The Gender Agenda: Gaining Momentum”; Mayor Carrie Lacher will be the featured speaker.

Awards to be announced are the Women’s Opportunity Award, Ruby Award, Violet Richardson Award and Fellowship Award. Winners have been asked to deliver brief remarks.

The luncheon, catered by Vinny’s Ristorante, begins at noon, Wednesday, at the Mullis Center. Tickets, $13, are available at the Toy Box in Friday Harbor, or you may reserve your ticket from Nancy DeVaux, at nancyd@ centurytel.net.

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Work gets done; Pratt for council

I don’t usually write letters to the editor nor do I take a public position on candidates for office.

But I am making an exception for Lovel Pratt, because I have worked with her for many years in a broad variety of venues and never failed to be impressed with her thoroughness, community commitment and willingness to just do the work.

From the Home Trust start up, to county management, to broader state issues, Lovel has always been ready to dig in and do the hard work. Due to her willingness and effectiveness, she was nominated by the last county council to be on our state legislative steering committee, engaged not only in county business but in broader state issues that would affect us all.

She made the arduous weekly trips to Olympia for several years, not just attending the meetings, but establishing good working relationships in hallways and developing serendipitous contacts that ultimately solved serious county problems, getting things done that others only complained about.

I have worked with Lovel most recently on state and local derelict vessel concerns and watched her jump in with both feet to help establish better oil spill response solutions and to influence legislation to get proactive with derelict vessel negligence.

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In the past two years, most of the county council letters to the state senate, house and officials have been drafted by Lovel. She makes sure that Olympia knows we are here and she makes sure that our issues get addressed.

Without Lovel on the council, that role is now largely unfilled. Even among those who don’t always see eye-to-eye with her on issues, Lovel is respected for putting in the effort and not giving up on difficult cases.

We need more than another nice guy on our council in this critical transition… we need someone who does the work.

Joanruth Baumann Friday Harbor

More to it than price of a stitch

In response to the Feb.20 letter (“New era of health care? It is indeed” pg. 6) I agree health care is costly. However, Peace Island Medical Center’s charge of $100 per suture is a bargain.

Two years ago I met with an accident that required seven stitches in my leg.

That trip to the ER at Olympic Medical Center, Port Angeles, cost me $139.97 per suture. I can only surmise that seven sutures at OMC in 2013 would be more costly than my 2011 bill.

While it is sometimes difficult to accept change — rural medical centers are finding the need to partner with larger medical facilities in order to keep their doors open. The residents of San Juan Island are fortunate to have their new medical cen-

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ter with all that it has available to them.

OMC in Port Angeles recently partnered with Swedish Medical Center, in Seattle. If that saves me from having to travel to Edmonds, Everett or Seattle for medical care, I am grateful.

While at your island’s new medical center gaze at the lovely woodwork, local art work and know you are getting a excellent care at bargain prices.

Donna KarlsMiner Sequim, Wash.

Find answers to broadband here

Hello, I wanted to take this opportunity to let you all know a bit more about the San Juan County Broadband Forum that was just launched a few days ago.

This forum is a result of the cumulative effort of five community members from Orcas and San Juan.

Our goal is to provide a non-biased platform to discuss broadband technologies in general, and to also provide a platform for the community to weigh in on the OPALCO plan. It is our desire to make this site the “GO TO” place to learn about broadband technologies in use around the world and specifically how that relates to our island communities.

We have also licensed a customized speed test app that the San Juan Broadband community can use to test their broadband service and those results will then be plotted out on a map of the islands. This map will be available on the website as well.

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I would like to address the question of my health and whether or not I am fit to run for re-election to the County Council.

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As anyone knows who has endured heart surgery, or has been around anyone recuperating from surgery, it’s a process. It takes some time.

I had surgery almost four weeks ago. I am coming on strong. I have attended the last two council meetings via teleconference. I am studying and working with my fellow council members.

I will be at the next council meeting in person.

I’ve given my “whole heart” to this council job, and I am not about to give up. In short.. I’m back.

Moving forward toward the general election, I will be reaching out to the voters on all the islands. I believe in trying to preserve our communities, our rural character and our “Island Way of Life”. I am not a career politician. I am a working class person who wants to see this county get back on track and give government control back to

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all citizens, not just special interest groups.

While my first priority is fulfilling my obligations as a council member, I look forward to working with my friends and supporters in winning the general election on April 23. Now that the court has reached a decision upholding Propositions 1, 2, and 3, the fight for my council position is on. This is a very crucial election. We have the opportunity to really make a difference in the way our county is run. I promise to give this job my all and represent my fellow citizens in the best possible way.

Bob Jarman San Juan Island — Editor’s note: Bob Jarman is running against Lovel Pratt District 1 county council race.

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Props for Parks How are we doing? Revenue on the rise H

eadlines are intended to grab attention.

That’s always been the case.

That they don’t capture the essence of any particular story, or can seem, dare we say, “sensationalized,” is a by product of a deadline-driven, balancing act, as well as a calculated risk. Given there’s a limited number of words and space to work with, this newspaper strives both to seize the imagination of our readers, and at the same time minimize the risk of going off the deep end.

We trust that we hit the mark more often than not, hoping to make a big splash, like a perfectly executed cannon ball. We realize, however, that once in a while we may belly flop.

Case in point would be the headline of a Feb. 20 page one story about the National Parks Service program to reduce the number of feral cats at American Camp: “Cats in the cross hairs”.

While it is true that feral cats are the target, the word “cross hairs” may conjure up a more lethal approach than the Parks’ program employs. Cats will be captured, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, put up for adoption when appropriate, and, if not, returned to the park.

Cats can take a terrible toll on birds, particularly those that nest on the ground. The Parks Service, whose goal is to eliminate feral cats entirely over time, deserves kudos for implementing a catch-and-release program in achieving that goal, a noble one indeed. And it’s encouraging to see Parks partner with agencies like the animal shelter, in this case, to accomplish its mission.

Not everyone agrees cats should be returned, or that Parks should enforce a leash law, or that more trails are made available for horseback riders. But the fact remains, thousands of acres on the coveted west side of San Juan Island are open for recreation because a National Park is there.

Let’s be mindful of that in what’s sure to be an ongoing discussion of how those acres are used.

And we’ll do our best not to spoil the debate with a ham-handed headline.

PUBLIC MEETINGS n Friday Harbor Town Council, March 7, noon & 5:30 p.m., Town Council Chambers, 60 Second St., F.H. n Island Rec Commission, March 7, 5 p.m., Island Rec office, 580 Guard Street. n SJI Library Board of Trustees, March 12, 4 p.m., library, 1010 Guard St. n Ferry Advisory Committee, March 13, 3:30 p.m., Mullis St. fire station, 1011 Mullis St., FH n SJI Fire District Commission, March 14, 8:30-10:30 a.m., Legislative Building conference room, 55 Second St., FH n SJC Board of Health, March 20, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second St., FH. n SJI Hospital Commission, March 20, 5 p.m., Frank Wilson EMS Building, 1079 Spring St. . n SJC Parks & Rec Commission, March 21, 8:30-11:15 a.m., Legislative Conference Room, 55 Second St., F.H.

Strong finish in 2012; 4th quarter reveals ‘dramatic’ bounce in some key sectors

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By F. Milene Henley, county auditor

’ve often waited in Council Chambers while some room-filling discussion of land use or roads projects or open space programs finishes up. Then when I step up to talk about the county budget, the room clears like a bad wind had just passed through.

I’m pretty sure it’s not because no one cares about the budget. But listening to someone talk about the budget — where’s the drama in that?

2012 was not a dramatic year for San Juan County. Our unemployment did not go away, our housing inventory did not clear, and our county budget did not magically balance.

But in several sectors, signs of recovery were apparent.

Interestingly, the sectors which are leading us out of recovery are the same ones that led us in. In April of 2009, when the county committed to a $1 million dollar budget reduction, the problem was that although the county’s largest sources of revenue – sales tax and property tax – appeared stable, what was referred to then as “the other third” of revenues were failing to perform.

At that time, property tax and sales tax each represented about one-third of the county’s general fund revenue, with the “other third” comprised of a variety of miscellaneous revenues, many of them service-based. Charges for goods and services, for example, as well as licenses and permits, fines and forfeits, and interest all fall into this category.

Later in 2009, sales tax went the way of the other third, ultimately dropping about 13 percent from the previous year, a dip from which it has yet to recover. Property taxes — our most reliable source of revenue — came in as usual, but most other revenue sources dipped, many to their low-

est point in years.

Since 2009, county revenues have foundered. Except for voter-approved increases in property tax and sales tax, revenues have reflected the global and local economy, with loss of jobs, sharp drop in home sales and construction, and little economic growth, even after the recession officially ended in June of 2009.

By comparison, 2012 brought Journal file photo welcome relief. Property tax Auditor Milene Henley collections continued strong, and sales taxes crept up a bit.

But the real news was in the “other third.” It wasn’t all good news. Interest income, with artificially low rates and less cash to invest, continued to drop, and fines and forfeits, always a small source of revenue, dropped again. But the revenue sources that suggest economic growth improved.

In particular, licenses, permits, and charges for goods and services in the Community Development and Planning Department bested last year’s results by almost 35 percent.

In addition, intergovernmental revenue to the general fund hit its highest point ever.

Outside the general fund, some special revenue sources also showed significant improvements. Lodging taxes increased by 15 percent, and Land Bank real estate excise taxes by a staggering 60 percent. Now that’s drama!

Drama or not, 2012 ended on an upbeat, and I am cautiously optimistic that these trends will continue into 2013.

So, if you ever have the chance to hear me talk about the budget, slow down and listen – it might be more interesting than you think.

Co-op rolls out info about broadband Petition rejected in ‘TKO’, but its worries won’t be dismissed

By Winnie Adams, OPALCO board of directors

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group of co-op members on Lopez Island, organized as the Lopez Chapter of Citizens for Safe Technology, recently submitted a petition asking for a change to the Orcas Power & Light Cooperative bylaws related to the construction of wireless facilities.

The number of signatures was adequate to meet the bylaw requirements for member initiated amendments (Article XIV, Section 2); however, the proposed language of the bylaw change was ruled impermissible by OPALCO’s legal counsel on the basis that is was in conflict with OPALCO’s articles of incorporation.

The letter sent to Citizens for Safe Technology is available to view at http://tinyurl.com/cfbemxh.

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Continued from page 6 reminded myself that the real topic is what unites us.

We mostly stick together and serve each other.

People are dominant on Earth, not because of their machines and powerful tools but because they cooperate and work together. We

This letter is a legal response because, as a cooperative formed and organized under Washington state law, we are sometimes compelled to respond formally Winnie Adams and for the record.

However, on a higher level, I want to make it clear that the member concerns being raised are taken seriously and will factor into the decision about whether or not it makes sense for OPALCO to move forward with the broadband initiative. We hear loud and clear that some members are concerned about the use of wireless technology. We will be talking with members and seeking solutions when we get to the stage of finalizing system design.

We have begun a member engagement effort, meeting with community groups and organizing opportunities

have roads and schools and hospitals, and treat each other with a modicum of respect. We wait in line at the Island Market or the gas station or the doctor’s office and, if we are lucky, when there is a movie at the Sea View Theater. And certainly we line up in an orderly way at the ferry, and no one demands they be served first in restaurants or shops.

for member dialogue and input into the process. Please let us know if you have a group we can meet with.

We have also made the findings of our extensive study available online, at www.opalco.com, and are compiling resources and Q&A for member consideration on our website. A group of co-op members has created an online forum to discuss the project at www. sjcbroadbandforum.org.

This project will move forward only if there is substantial support (more than half of the membership) from the community. It’s a complicated and multi-faceted initiative and we know that people have a lot of questions.

Please stay tuned; we will be publicizing opportunities to ask questions and give feedback on the project on multiple islands.

Check the website (www.opalco. com) often for updates, and contact us at broadband@opalco.com if you have a specific issues or question you’d like us to consider.

And we depend on trust.

Trust, based on mutual respect, is the great saver of costs and energy. When trust fails we have expensive ways to repair the damage and restore function. The police and the courts domestically, the national government and the armed forces internationally. But mutual trust is how we get things done at the lowest possible cost.

In the old days of VHS tapes, each customer was expected to rewind the tape after playing so the next customer could start playing. “Be Kind Rewind” is a good symbol of the endless acts of courtesy that bind us together, the essential glue that makes our society work.

Rick Steinhardt Orcas Island

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Judge Richard Lewis Pitt: 1927 — 2013 Judge Richard Lewis (Dick) Pitt, age 85, passed away on March 1, 2013 at his home in Langley, Wash.

He was born on May 28, 1927 in Moscow, Idaho to Perry and Alice Pitt.

Dick graduated from Jenkins High School in Chewelah, Wash. in 1945 and joined the Army. He was stationed in Germany, where he served as a tank operator and military police after WWII. After his service he attended Gonzaga University Law School in Spokane, Wash.

Dick began his career as house counsel for Allstate Insurance Company in Seattle. After moving to Whidbey Island, he served as Island County prosecuting attorney/coroner/juvenile probation officer and Langley city attorney.

In 1968, he became a partner at the Patrick, Zylstra & Pitt law firm in Oak Harbor. In 1977, he was appointed Superior Court judge for Island and San Juan counties by then-governor Dixy Lee Ray, where he served with distinction until 1993. He was also a long-time member of the Oak

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Harbor Lions Club.

His interests were boating, world travel (visited 40 foreign countries), golf, skiing, gardening, and most of all his family.

He is survived by his wife Grace, sons Rick (wife Vicky) and Craig (wife Sarah), and granddaughter Rachel (husContributed photo band Justin). He was pre- Judge Richard Pitt ceded in death by his parents and brother Rlyn. Dick was a kind-hearted person with an infectious laugh and a zest for life. He will be greatly missed and long remembered.

A celebration of his life will be held at Fraser’s Gourmet Hideaway, 1191 SE Fidalgo Ave, Oak Harbor on Saturday, March 16, 2013, 2 – 4 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Time Together program at the South Whidbey Senior Center, located at 14594 SR 525 Langley, WA 98260 or www.islandseniorservices.org/Bayview/ Friends and family are encouraged to offer condolences and share memories utilizing the Memory Book hosted by Wallin Funeral Home at www.wallinfuneralhome.com – Family of Judge Richard Pitt

Grant R. Moyer: 1927 — 2013 A memorial services for Grant R. Moyer will be held Saturday, March 9, at American Legion Post No. 163 in Friday Harbor, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Moyer passed away Feb. 26 at the age of 85.

A full obituary can be read online, at www.sanjuanjournal.com, and in the next edition of the Journal, March 13.

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Golden rules for welcome guests

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he San Juan Islands are known far and wide for a quintessentially laid-back lifestyle and certainly for being casual when it comes to clothing But when it comes to an important event such as a wedding, casual may not fly. Be mindful of the tips below when it’s time to select your outfit.

For women, there is one golden rule: never wear a white dress.

The bride should be the only person to dress in this color; for someone else to wear it would show very poor manners, as if they were trying to steal the show.

Provocative styles, such as very short, tight dresses with plunging necklines, should also be avoided. Dresses made of a silky fabric are classics, and a light woven wool is alright, but avoid knits and worn looking fabrics. Hemlines should never go too high — a dress cut just above the knee is the most appropriate choice.

For men, a long-sleeved shirt tucked inside the pants with a belt and a tie is a basic courtesy. Smart pants in a dark color complete the outfit. Wearing a sports jacket or suit jacket will depend on the type of wedding you attend. The important thing is to forgo casual clothing and bright colors, like a flashy Hawaiian shirt.

Once in a while, the bride and groom may specify a color that they want all their guests to wear. If so, be agreeable about it and

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Don’t forget that this is the bride and groom’s day, not an occasion to try and stand out from the other guests.

follow their wishes. It may be that they have a wedding theme, or that they want to standardize the photographs in their souvenir album. Don’t forget that this is the bride and groom’s day, not an occasion to try and stand out from the other guests.

food and its presentation.

In the San Juans, you’ll find a long list of caterers and restaurants to choose from, and the islands are quickly earning a reputation for an abundance of locally produced food and for an assortment of prepared culinary

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delights. In fact, the Lonely Planet, publisher of more than 500 travel guides, named the San Juan Islands No. 3 in its Top 10 U.S. Destinations for 2013, and gave the islands a new moniker in doing so, “The Gourmet Archipelago”.

While seafood is one the San Juans’ specialties, of course, the islands are also renowned for locally grown lamb, beef, greens, and wines as well.

Being able to see and taste each of the dishes that will be served at your reception is essential. An experienced caterer will be prepared to offer you a tasting, as well as references from prior clients. Think about a menu that includes hors d’oeuvres, an appetizer, a main course, and wedding cake for dessert. A major budget factor is whether your meal will be served buffet style or plated as a sit-down meal.

When deciding on the menu it is important to provide choices: one for children, one for vegetarians, as well as a general meal for the majority of the other guests.

For the first course, choose seasonal products, such as a salad during the summer or a soup in the fall. For the main course, chicken is always good value because it is cooked the same way for every guest. Beef, on the other hand, needs to be offered at a variety of stages of done-ness.

Depending on the timing of your wedding, you might also serve a late night snack that includes small pastries, sushi, candies, and tailor-made special coffees.

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he folks at Roche Harbor Resort know a thing or two about weddings.

After hosting nuptials by the dozens year-in and year-out, you might say that by now it’s woven into their DNA. And while the picturesque seaside village, with its historic hotel, inspiring array of flower gardens and bustling sun-splashed marina, isn’t the only sought-after spot for a couple to wed in the San Juans, it remains one of the most popular on San Juan Island.

It also carries high praise from a legion of newlyweds. In fact, in 2012 Roche Harbor was rated as one of Washington state’s top wedding destinations by theknot.com, a leading wedding industry website, for the second year in a row. That distinction is based on the feedback of brides who have been there and by newlywed reviews as well.

“It’s the second year in a row for us and we think that speaks to our consistency, and that we’re not just a flash in the pan,” said Roche Harbor Lodging and Events Director Sam Jacobson.

While Roche Harbor resort is in high demand, Jacobson believes the San Juan Islands are an ideal wedding destination, collectively. The reasons are many.

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Newlylweds take timeout for a kiss during a wedding along the waterfront at Roche Harbor Resort.

“I think people who grow up in Washington want to show off their state

and that the San Juans, with the ferries and the water and the natural beauty, are one of

those quintessential scenic locations in the state,” he said. “And the proximity to Seattle is really helpful when you’re planning a wedding where a lot of your guests may be coming from somewhere out of state.”

And there’s more. Like the weather.

Situated in the combined rain shadow of the Olympic Mountains and Vancouver Island, the islands receive about one-third of the average amount of rainfall that Seattle, about 65 miles south as the seaplane flies, typically does in any given year. Still, temperatures are generally milder than on the mainland, and most definitely milder than those east of the Cascades, because of the moderating effect from that vast amount of marine water that ebbs and flows across the archipelago.

And when it comes to practical matters, the San Juans are well-stocked in that department as well. Three of the four ferryserved islands, Shaw being the exception, are flush with seasoned professionals – caterers, photographers, musicians, event planners, florists – who make it their business to make certain the business end of every soon-to-be-newlyweds’ very special day is remarkable, memorable and complete.

— Scott Rasmussen

Goin’ to the chapel? Don’t forget that license to wed

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Newlyweds Amanda and Nathan strike a triumph pose on Friday Harbor’s Spring Street.

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aking wedding plans can be an all-consuming task. But don’t forget about that all-important license to wed.

In the San Juans, the San Juan County Auditor’s office is the place to go for a marriage license. The folks there are wellschooled in the wedding arena. In fact, 2012 was a banner year at the auditor’s

office, which issued a total of 150 marriage licenses that year. That’s an increase of 15 percent over the 130 applications processed the year before. Holy matrimony!

Obtaining a marriage license is a fairly quick and straightforward affair, but there are several documents you’ll want to bring along when you submit your application, and a couple of dates and deadlines to keep in mind.

Here’s how it works: The cost is $60, the price of which includes a single copy of a marriage certificate. Additional copies can be purchased for $3.

Applications can be obtained in person at the auditor’s office, located at the county courthouse in Friday Harbor, or ordered by phone, 360-378-2161, or by email or “snail mail” (see below), or online, www. co.san-juan.wa.us.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, and present identification with their picture and date of birth. By law, Washington state has a 3-day waiting period after a license is issued, so applications must be made at least three days prior to a wedding ceremony.

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A license is valid for 60 days from the date it’s issued. (Additional rules apply for anyone 17 or younger; visit the auditor’s homepage, www.co.san-juan.wa.us/auditor/ default.aspx, and click on the “licensing” tab for more about these requirements).

Contact info for San Juan County Auditor:

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March 9th • 10am - 4pm For more info call 317-5961 or visit www.islebewed.com

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hat do you do with a one-of-a-kind type of show following its successful debut?

Naturally, you head out on the road.

That’s precisely what the folks heading up the San Juans one-and-only wedding show, Isle Be Wed, have in store.

A year ago, a long list of San Juan Island-based weddingrelated vendors joined forces to launch the inaugural Isle Be Wed, celebrating island wedding fare available to brides and grooms throughout the islands, and beyond.

This year, the show will take place at three different locations, simultaneously, on Orcas and San Juan islands. Isle Be Wed Coordinator Felicity Milne, of Cakes by Felicitations, is delighted by both the interest in the show and how it’s expanding.

“Because of the overwhelming growth of destination weddings in the San Juan Islands we literally ran out of room,” she said.

Mark Saturday, March 9, on your calendar. Isle Be Wed will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the following venues: San Juan Island Yacht Club, in Friday Harbor, 273 Front Street (378-3434); the Orcas Hotel, in Orcas Village, 8 Orcas Hill Road (376-4300); the Outlook Inn, in Eastsound, Orcas, 171 Main Street (376-2200).

The show offers a forum wherein brides, grooms, planners, family and close friends can meet and interact with nearly 40 different vendors covering everything that a couple would need to make their destination wedding a dream come true, Milne says.

This year’s assembly of vendors includes a long list of local caterers, photographers, musicians, lodging establishments, wedding venues, transportation providers, equipment rental companies and more. Individual vendors are listed below. For more info, visit Isle Be Wed’s Facebook page at, www.facebook.com/IsleBeWed, or, www.visitsanjuans.com/islebewed, or at www.islebewed.com. Vendors: Lodging: The Island Inn at 123 West, Wanderlust Hospitality, Lakedale Resort, Friday Harbor House, Longhouse B&B, West Beach Resort, Orcas Island Lodgings, Orcas Hotel and Outlook Inn

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Newlyweds Evan and Mandy celebrate their marriage with a kiss and, to underscore the occasion, with a banner of their very own.

Venues: Pelindaba Lavender Farm, San Juan Vineyards, San Juan Island Yacht Club and Red Rabbit Farm Photography: Tim Dustrude Photography, Satya Curcio Photography, Steve Horn Photography, Weddings San Juan Video Catering: Cask and Schooner Restaurant, Happy Place Sushi, Deb Nolan Custom Catering, Deer Harbor Inn, Vinny’s Ristorante

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San Juan: An ‘Isle’ of endless entertainment

There’s good reason why thousands of visitors make their way to San Juan Island every year. Natural beauty aside, the island is a veritable wonderland of outdoor activity, along with its small town charm, and home to a whale-watching fleet, top-notch golf course, numerous parks, myriad hiking trails, a zip-line, scores of fabulous restaurants and art galleries, and much, much more.

So, your wedding guests will have plenty options for entertainment to chose from. Below are a few favorites.

— Rent a kayak or bring your own for a self-paddled cruise out of Friday Harbor to Turn Island, or out of Roche Harbor to English Camp or Mitchell Bay. All are easy to get to and fun to explore, especially at low tide. If you want to take up a whole morning or afternoon, you can check out any number of places nearby.

— Go swimming. There’s water everywhere, including a number of freshwater lakes. A shorty wetsuit will make it comfortable, and fins and a mask will make it adventurous.

— Go fishing or cruising. Small boat rentals and fishing guides are available in Friday Harbor. Friday Harbor Marine has a variety of boats for fishing or just sightseeing.

— In summer, spring or fall, go whale watching out of either Friday Harbor or Roche Harbor. Or make your way to Lime Kiln Park: the whales come in close at this picturesque spot on the west side. Whales also come by South Beach, near American Camp (also a good place to visit).

— Go hiking or biking. Lots of open space and lots of good biking roads. Mount Finlayson offers some great hikes, and there are others.

The Afterglow Drive Mausoleum at Roche Harbor is a nice, cool hike with a broken column colonnade and stone chairs for meditating.

— Check out the Island Museum of Art and the half-dozen art galleries in Friday Harbor. Plus, the sculpture garden at the entrance to Roche Harbor is exceptional - and it’s close to the Afterglow Drive mausoleum.

— Walk the docks in Friday Harbor. Lots of boats, including some big boats in summer, at the Port of Friday Harbor docks.

That’s enough to keep you (and your kids) busy for a week. And there’s more: go to www.visitsanjuans.com/.

— Steve Wehrly

Contributors

Publishers: Roxanne Angel, Colleen Smith Armstrong Editor: Scott Rasmussen Writers: Cali Bagby, Scott Rasmussen, Steve Wehrly Advertising Sales: Roxanne Angel, Colleen Smith Armstrong, Dubi Izakson, Howard Schonberger Graphic Artists: Scott Herning, Kathryn Sherman Cover Photo: Contributed photos

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he photographer snaps a picture of you in a flowing white dress and your beloved in a black tux.

Behind you still blue waters and gentle peaks from surrounding islands gleam in the sunlight. It’s just one possible stunning image you can add to your scrapbook if you choose to have a wedding on Orcas Island.

The “Emerald Isle,” as locals call it, offers a wide expanse of pastoral beauty, pebbly shorelines and bucolic farmland. The island’s 56.9 square miles are dotted with small hamlets offering world-class restaurants, boutique shopping and a wealth of activity tours. Scattered among the forests and along the pristine shores are a variety of quaint and lovely bed and breakfasts and hotels. Your guests might enjoy browsing the artisan pottery, jewelry or art at the island’s many galleries. Family and friends visiting for a wedding weekend can also take some free time to explore the many beaches and trails on this small, but lively island.

Professional Orcas Island wedding planners are at your service to guide you as you select a venue; experienced wedding photographers; talented local musicians; wedding officiant; or salons offering personalized hair, skin and makeup services.

Activities for guests Right off of the boat, the Orcas ferry landing hosts a gourmet grocery and deli,

New bride and groom sharing a special moment near Odd Fellows Hall, Orcas.

Contributed photo / Robert S. Harrison

post office, a few small shops, a public dock, boat rentals, whale watching, water taxi, car and moped rentals, and a taxi service. To the east lies a woodsy residential area along Killebrew Lake Road; to the northwest, Orcas Road winds through grassy meadows toward the island’s center, Eastsound.

Eastsound is home to an array of charming shops, restaurants and specialty shops. You’ll find a public library, a historical museum, grocery stores, a pharmacy, restaurants and more. Along its north and south shorelines are three public parks, and Buck Park with skate park, playground and soccer fields. Orcas Center hosts a lively variety of musical, theatre and artistic offerings throughout each season.

On the southwestern prong of Orcas

Island, West Sound features a cafe, a public dock and a marina, while sunny Deer Harbor offers lodging, a restaurant, and two marinas where kayak, boat and whale watching tours embark.

Southeast of Eastsound, Olga Road leads to 5,200-acre Moran State Park. Drive. Hike or cycle to the top of 2,400-foot Mount Constitution, where you can take in breathtaking 360-degree views of the outlying islands and, on clear days, the Cascade Mountain range. Trails provide easy walks or rigorous, hilly climbs that intersect and add on with one another. You can spend all day exploring the island’s treasured state

park. Afterward, you might enjoy picnicking at Cascade Lake’s popular sun-warmed swimming area, with a playground, barbecues and picnic tables - fun for the whole family.

Beyond the park lies Olga, with its eclectic art co-op and restaurant; past it you’ll find secluded Obstruction Pass State Park, with hike-in campgrounds along a lovely pebbled beach. Point Lawrence Road leads to the hamlet of Doe Bay, with a great view of gentle waters, a historic resort complete with a delicious restaurant, a sundries shop and hot tubs.

Wherever you go on this island whether you are tying the knot or visiting as a guest you will find beauty, tranquility and a sense of escape from the busy world.

— Cali Bagby

ORCAS ISLAND WEDDING RECEPTION FACILITIES:

West Beach Resort 190 Waterfront Way, Eastsound, WA 98245 (360) 376-2240, (877) 937-8224 www.westbeachresort.com vacation@westbeachresort.com

WEDDING DIRECTORY:

Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce (360) 376-2273 www.OrcasIslandChamber.com info@orcasislandchamber.com

VOCALIST:

Cali Bagby calibagby@yahoo.com www.orcassoprano.com

CATERERS:

Deer Harbor Inn Restaurant PO Box 151, Deer Harbor, WA 98243 (360) 376-1040 Carp@rockisland.com

Creating beautiful floral arrangements for hundreds of happy couples is our business.

Local, fresh Orcas Island flowers.

Visit our website wedding album.

Contact us for a free estimate.

EVENT RENTALS:

Veronica San Martin 434 Prune Alley, P.O, Box 1685, Eastsound WA 98245 (360) 376.8376 weddings@orcasevents.com

FLORAL DESIGN:

Peace & Plenty Flower Farm (360) 376-5208 orcassue@gmail.com www.orcasislandflowers.com

© Laurel McConnell Photography

360.376.5208 www.orcasislandflowers.com

© Robert S. Harrison Photography

Testimonial:

A few hints on how to get past writer’s block

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t your wedding ceremony, “I do” are not the only words you’ll have to say.

Not to put any pressure on you, but your vows are the reason for your union and should be chosen and spoken with care. If you have opted for a religious ceremony, many priests or pastors will provide you with traditional vows. If that is the case, you won’t have to think too hard.

On the other hand, if you have decided on a more unconventional route, writing

your own vows is a wonderfully romantic idea.

But what if you can’t quite get your thoughts and feelings down on the page? What if you find yourself stuck in front of a blank page for hours on end? Here are a few suggestions for expressing your love without sounding overly sentimental.

Start by asking yourself the right questions. How did you fall in love with your future spouse? What does commitment mean to you? And marriage? Your answers are the best material to use, as they come straight from your heart.

Keep your vows simple and concise so they will be memo-

rable and interesting. There is nothing wrong with drawing inspiration from a favorite poet or a line from a movie.

Most of all, you don’t want your guests’ eyelids getting heavy, so a good rule to follow is to make the vows about the same length as traditional vows, which are between 30 to 40 seconds long when spoken.

You won’t make a mistake if you are speaking from the heart. Once you have your vows down on paper, practice them until you have them memorized perfectly. It wouldn’t hurt to have a copy tucked into your sleeve, just in case your nerves play with your memory.

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Orcas Island: A place like ‘home’

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By Amelia Palmer

y husband and I grew up in the Puget Sound area but had recently moved to Eastern Washington when we got engaged. We knew we wanted to get married somewhere that would feel like “home” to us but that would also be a fun destination for our guests. We hoped the weekend would be an experience that everyone would remember.

Orcas was the first place we traveled as a couple and it was an easy location for our families and guests to travel to, so it quickly became our first choice. There were tons of lodging options for couples as well as large groups or families and the local vendors made planning a wedding from six hours away extremely easy.

Our guests made the most of Orcas as well. Because we had an early evening ceremony, they had time to kayak, swim, hike, shop, and explore before heading out to the main festivities. The weekend was a success and we aren’t the only ones planning a return trip!

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Amelia and Blair Palmer on the day of their wedding.

s you peruse the silver-covered magazines, it may seem hard to believe in the possibility of a simple but inspired wedding.

But with a few ideas, a bit of initiative, and the cooperation of family and friends, you can arrange an inexpensive wedding that will delight bride, groom, and guests.

If you don’t have a big budget, plan on taking advantage of the abilities of those around you.

Your best friend’s boyfriend is a photographer? You have a cousin who’s a florist or an auntie who has an immense flower garden? Invite them to contribute their expertise and resources as a wedding gift.

Use a computer to design and print your own invitations. Be aware that winter weddings are generally less

expensive, with the prices of reception halls often dropping by 20 to 40 percent between November and March.

Church ladies’ committees are often in the business of catering, and church halls are sometimes available for wedding parties. If you opt for that, make sure you know their policies regarding music and dancing!

If it’s okay with the manager of the space you’re renting, consider recruiting extended family to cater the meal by contributing two or three dishes each; the approach is close in spirit to a potluck but with all the class of a catered buffet table. This, too, would make a valued wedding gift alternative.

All you need is a bit of imagination and willing friends to make your wedding the special occasion it ought to be.

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ith rolling offers beautifully landgreen hills, scaped winery gardens many splenfor an intimate outdoor did beaches and waters wedding location; Lopez gently lapping at pristine Islander Resort is located shores, Lopez Island’s on charming Fisherman backdrop is an ideal setBay and includes waterting to start the first day front hotel rooms and of life-long vows. restaurant; The Galley The island, known truly offers a familyas the “Friendly Isle” is friendly environment a peaceful place, but is on Fisherman Bay; the also a top destination for Edenwild Inn with previsitors to the San Juans. mium accommodations Don’t be surprised if felnestled in the heart of low motorists wave to Lopez Village. There are you and your guests - it’s also several quaint and Contributed photo / Robert S. Harrison the island way. Lopez is beautiful churches for Lopez offers unique and picturesque locations to make your wedding memories last a also the closest of the lifetime. tying the knot includferry-served islands to ing Center Church and Anacortes, making it a Grace Episcopal Church. quick and convenient trip for bride and groom and all their friends Activities for guests: What makes Lopez such a romantic setting and family. Plus visitors will get the thrill of surveying the view of is its vast expanses of spectacular beaches, vistas and stunning other islands in the San Juan archipelago as they cruise on to Lopez wildlife. It’s common to see great blue herons and osprey fly into via the ferry. the distance behind you. Take a trip to Odlin County Park and Although Lopez Island’s population is small, around 2,400 peo- Spencer Spit State Park and your wedding guests may also catch ple, it has a wide variety of music concerts, community-inspired a bald eagle soaring overhead or spy a killer whale sighting in events, art shows and cultural events. You’ll find talented wedding the waters below. The Lopez Village, which has a grocery stores, and creative photographers and an eclectic group of musicians to two coffee shops, several boutiques, restaurants, a bookstore, add a unique touch to your special ceremony. Most of the island’s and a bakery, provides the essentials and any last minute items businesses are located in Lopez Village. On Saturday mornings in for your time on the island. If your guests are in need a place to the summer, you’ll find shoppers perusing fresh vegetables at the stay there are plenty of accommodations on the island including Farmers Market, and children playing in Lopez Village Park. a motel, bed and breakfasts, vacation home rentals and three Wedding venues: The island offers a selection of potential cer- campgrounds. emony venues like the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts A wedding on Lopez not only gives you breathtaking scenery, with its wood floors, large windows and outdoor performance but a place to take a deep breath and simply revel in the rustic pavilion; Woodmen Hall offers a one-of-a-kind venue, recently charm and friendly people of the island. renovated to reflect its historical character; Lopez Island Vineyards — Cali Bagby

LOPEZ ISLAND WEDDING RECEPTION FACILITIES:

Woodmen Hall (360) 468-3537 (360) 468-2421 Lopez Island Vineyards & Winery 724 Fisherman Bay Road, Lopez Island WA 98261 (360) 468.3644 winery; (360) 468.4888 tasting room orders@lopezislandvineyards.com www.lopezislandvineyards.com

CATERING:

Lopez Island Catering Chef Peter Neal (360) 468-3949 PETER@lopezislandcatering.com www.lopezislandcatering.com Vita’s Wildly Delicious (360) 468-4268 bruce@vitaswildlydelicious.com www.vitaswildlydelicious.com

WEDDING OFFICIANT:

Susie Teague, Minister of Walking Prayer (360) 468-0550 whispersofnature@gmail.com www.whispersofnatureherbs.com

PHOTOGRAPHER:

Robert S. Harrison Photography www.rsharrison.com robert@rsharrison.com

Finding the perfect photographer...

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he natural beauty of the San Juans Islands has long served as an inspiration for photographers of all stripes: professional, amateur, novice and now, for just about anyone carrying a cell-phone.

But when it comes to a wedding, it’s the skilled, polished professional you’ll want to seek out and trust to capture the mood and the moments, and to help create the memories of that special day. You’ll find many to chose from in the San Juans.

It’s a crucial choice indeed, as the photograph album is always a precious souvenir. Looking for a photographer is a little like finding your future partner; you need to discover that rare pearl, the one just right for your style and your personality.

It is vital, therefore, to organize a first, informal meeting where general questions can be discussed regarding the photographer’s methods and how he or she intends to recreate your special day in Contributed photo pictures.

Some offer eccentric, modified or sepia photographs, others An outdoor wedding in August on Waldron Island proved ideal for newlyweds Rachel Sorensen and Galen Boydston. will talk about a photographic wedding story while some will offer to take the photographs when the light is ideal... even when this is not on the day of your wedding!

Whatever is suggested, if it captures your interest always ask to see examples of the photographer’s work, although any professional would have taken care I am honored to facilitate and officiate your special custom to bring a portfolio to the meeting. wedding ceremony. Together, you, your partner and I can This promotional tool should be able design the ceremony of your dreams, one with heart and to speak for itself: no fake expressions, meaning for you both. I am calm, flexible, and organized an atmosphere faithfully captured, natuand will help you tend to all of the licensing details after the ral colours. ceremony. Call or email me for more information.

It’s always a bad sign if, from the first Susie Teague, Minister of Walking Prayer encounter, the photographer spends a 360-468-0550 lot of time trying to sell you a package whispersofnature@gmail.com deal in an insistent manner. In the end, www.whispersofnatureherbs.com it would be best in this instance to think about quality rather than economy.

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e has finally proposed? Then your top priority is to do a bit of bragging and tell 7. Book your hair, make-up, esthetician, and manicure appointments several weeks everyone the good news! before the wedding. If possible, plan a test run.

Once your initial excitement has calmed down a touch, though, you’ll have to 8. Put all your heart into writing down the vows that you would like to make during take time to do some serious thinking. There the marriage ceremony. If you plan to make are so many details to plan, a budget to draw a speech at the reception, be sure to get that up, and deadlines to be met: it can seem overdown in writing as well. whelming.

9. Plan the reception down to the last detail: If you are finding it hard to get some traccreate the atmosphere you like with suitable tion in launching your wedding planning, here music, entertainment, and a décor that matches are nine tips to give you some direction and your personality. (Don’t forget to decorate the help you get moving: bathrooms, a place everyone will see at some 1. Establish your budget per guest. In fact, point!) this is the perfect time to draw up your guest 10. Organize your honeymoon so that you list. can celebrate your new life together.

2. Order your invitations, being careful to And while we’re talking weddings, here are a include your names, the date, time, and place few other tips to keep in mind: of the wedding and reception, as well as the • Avoid giving important jobs to the parents date by which you need to receive replies. of the bride and groom — unless they really Being clear about this will help you save a lot want to be involved that way. Instead, let them of precious time and money. Be sure to include enjoy being with the guests. stamped, addressed envelopes if you can.

• If you intend to create a gift list, be sure to 3. The reception hall is often one of the put it on the Internet so that it will be easily biggest expenses, so be sure to reserve one accessible to everyone. as quickly as possible. If you want to keep • If small children will be at the reception, Contributed photo / Robert S. Harrison plan to have a space available where they can expenses down, think about holding the recepWith weddings plan intact and special day at hand, a bride leads a procession with an tion at a family home or in a garden. play and a quiet room where they can sleep.

5. Make up or order wedding favors for your escort of color-coordinated bridesmaids by her side.

• Take photographs of your hair and makeguests. These are put with their place setting or up test runs so you can choose the perfect offered at the end of the reception. Let your imagination run wild: you could offer small combination when you’re well rested. Prepare a make-up kit for any touch-up jobs on homemade soaps, candles, local produce in mini format, bath pearls, or small boxes of your big day. candies. It can also be fun to have a “retro” favor, such as a pack of matches with the bride • Leave a guest book at the entrance of the reception hall. It’s a great souvenir to keep, and groom’s names embossed on the matchbook cover. along with your photo album.

6. Give yourself enough time to find a wedding gown that really suits your personal• Leave a disposable camera on every table so that guests can record magical moments ity. It is also possible to rent a dress for the occasion, much as your beloved can buy or during the reception. rent his tuxedo.

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want a ‘green’ wedding

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Chef Peter Neal Full Service Catering Weddings Graduations Holiday Events Drop off Catering For Home, Boat or Business (360) 468-3949 www.lopezislandcatering.com

he environmental ethos runs deep in the San Juan Islands. And weddings are no exception. Here are a few suggestions for an eco-friendly day.

For the bride’s bouquet choose local wild flowers, such as irises, daisies, or lavender.

For boutineers and corsages, some leafy greenery will add a touch of originality to your bridal procession and advertise your commitment to being green. You could also replace the traditional table centerpieces with displays of freshly picked apples from a neighboring orchard — perfect if you’re getting married in September.

Have your invitations printed on FSCcertified 100% recycled paper. For your thank-you cards, choose stationery made

from paper in which wild flower are embedded; this kind of paper is available in many garden centers. For your ceremony and reception, choose locations that are easily accessible in order to cut down on car engine emissions.

Brides who love their mother’s or grandmother’s wedding gowns can have them altered by a seamstress. Buying a beautiful, recycled wedding band in gold or silver is another great way to be green. The rings can be personalized in the same way as traditional rings. Wedding rings that belonged to family members are also a meaningful option — after all, the Duchess of Cambridge was quite happy to accept Princess Diana’s engagement ring.

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Please call Woodmen Hall (360) 468-3092 or Angie, our experienced Events Coordinator (360) 468-4056

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Newlyweds Chris and Jennifer share a quiet moment together along the waterfront.

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island scene

Around Town

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What’s Happening!

Wednesday, March 6 Drop-in Badminton & Ping Pong , 8-10 p.m., Turnbull Gym. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 3784953, www.islandrec.org.

Thursday, March 7 Candlelight Vespers for Lent, 6 p.m., St. David’s Church, corner of Park and Marquerite.

Info, 378-5360.

19th Annual Knowledge Bowl , 6:30 p.m., SJ Community Theatre. FHHS Jazz Band kicks off evening of trivia competition, featuring teams from FH middle and high schools competing against local civic groups; sponsored

by SJ Public Schools Foundation. Tickets, at the door: $5 adults, $3 students. Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre.org.

Lavendera Thursdays: Self Care: A Wise Investment, 6:30 p.m., Lavendera Massage, 285 Spring St., free.

Hellerwork practitioner Valarie Keaton demonstrates easy steps for better self-care, simple stretching routines too.

Info, 378-3637, www.lavenderadayspa.com.

Adult Dodgeball , 8-10 p.m., Turnbull Gym. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 378-4953, www. islandrec.org.

Friday, March 8 Guys on Ice , 7:30 p.m., SJ Community Theatre.

Musical comedy showcases funny guys ice fishing in Wisconsin, directed by Laura Conrad. Tickets: $16 adults, $8 students, $5 student RUSH. Info, 3783210, www.sjctheatre. org.

Saturday, March 9 Amateur Astronomers: Messier Marathon, See Calendar, Page 12

By Scott Rasmussen Journal Editor

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o, you thought the days of Bob and Doug McKenzie and the Great White North were long gone by. Well, think again.

The McKenzie brothers, who spawned a pop culture phenomenon in the early ‘80s, first as a sketch comedy on Second City TV and later as featured performers on several musical recordings, and as co-stars of a full-length feature film, “Strange Brew”, will be back in spirit, if not in person, when “Guys on Ice” opens March 8 in the Gubleman Theatre of San Juan Community Theatre.

Beauty, eh?

Written by Fred Alley and directed by Laura Concord, with music

by James Kaplan, Guys on Ice chronicles the amusing antics of three Wisconsin fishing buddies and home-grown philosophers in song and dance — that’s right, dance — as they spend a day inside an ice shanty, presumably trying to hook a fish and popping the top off of plenty of Leinenkugels brand beer as they wait.

Speaking of waiting, the plot revolves around Marvin, played by Miguel Andreas Herbert, who is waiting to hear if he has landed a spot on a cable television fishing show, and musing over Bonnie, a

clerk at the nearby Pick n’ Save, on whom the upper-aged, lifelong bachelor has developed a crush.

One could almost hear a voice with a classic Canadian accent chime in with, “What a hoser, eh?”, if the McKenzie brothers were part of the cast. But Marvin’s best buds, Lloyd, the only married one of the three, played by Eric Concord, and Marvin, named Marvin the Moocher by his pals (and for good reason, which you’ll see), played by Dorian Oliver, rally around Marvin and help to bolster his new-found affection for the belle of the Pick n’ Save.

“While there is a lot of silliness going on,” director Laura Concord says, “Guys on Ice is a story of true friendship and a show that will appeal to the blue collar ‘Guys’ and white collar ‘Guys’ and all the ‘Gals’ that love them.”

To set the mood, the Gubelman Theatre stage has been transformed into a cozy setting where the three fishing buddies swap corny jokes, share Leinenkugels, tell tall tales and sing original catchy tunes, like “Ode to a Snowmobile Suit”, “The One That Got Away” and a ragtime number, “I’m the King”, with Marvin in the lead.

In capturing the essence of this Midwestern lifestyle, the Theatre will have Leinenkugel beer and beef jerky for sale in the concession during the play’s two-week run. Now, all that’s missing is the cheese.

Tickets are $16 for adults, $8 for student reserved and $5 student RUSH at the door. Thursday, March 14, is “Bargain Night”, with $2 off adult ticket prices and $1 off student reserved. The SJCT box office is open Tuesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The theatre’s business partner for Guys on Ice is Whidbey Island Bank. For more info, 378-3210, or www.sjctheatre.org.

At a glance What: “Guys on Ice” n Where: San Juan Community Theatre n When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. n Admission: $16 adults, $8 students ($5 RUSH) n

Journal photo / Scott Rasmussen

Marvin (Miquel Andreas Herbert) strikes a pose for a big finish, with friends Lloyd (Eric Concord), left, and Ernie (Dorian Oliver), right, as backup.

Baroque shines in Salish Sea concert “The Broken Consort in Milan, London and Paris,” the second of four 2013 Salish Sea Early Music Festival performances on San Juan, Lopez and Orcas islands, presents “a unique musical palette and language of expressive nuance from another all-but-forgotten musical arena, performed on instruments such as the renaissance transverse flute that are seldom to be heard today.”

“Broken consorts” are made up of instruments from different families - string, wind and plucked. The composers from four centuries ago presented in this installment are Giovanni Paulo and Andrea Cima, Giovanni Bassano, Girolamo Frescobaldi, William Byrd, William Lawes, Thomas Morely and Pierre Guédron. The program explores late

renaissance and early baroque works from between 1570 and 1630.

These perhaps less-well-known composers are brought to life by renaissance flutist Jeffrey Cohan, violinist Courtney Kuroda, violist Steven Creswell and harpsichordist Kyobi Hinami, all performing on period instruments.

The concert on Sunday, March 24 begins at 7:00 p.m. at the San Juan Island Grange, 152 - 1st St. N. in Friday Harbor. Other performances: Grace Church, 77 Sunset Lane, Lopez, March 23 at 1 p.m.; Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church, 107 Enchanted Forest Road, Eastsound, at 7 p.m.. Suggested donation, $15 - $20; college-age students, $5; 18 and under, free.

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The Islands Chapter will honor 15 Real Heroes and a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, all nominated by fellow citizens. In addition, the Spirit of Red Cross Award trophy will be presented to a group that exemplifies the humanitarian spirit and compassion of the Red Cross. This year’s Heroes come from all parts of the Chapter’s service area, including Friday Harbor.

The annual Real Heroes Breakfast is the chapter’s only fundraiser for disaster relief, which ensures that support is there for neighbors in need during emergency situations.

Doors open at 7 a.m. and the program begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. Make reservations

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p.m., at home near False Bay, presented by SJ Nature Institute. Explore the night sky with Geneva Mottett; bring binoculars, telescopes to be shared. Register, $20, at www.sjnature.org.

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Scooter & Trike Time, 5-6:30 p.m., fairgrounds.

Helmets required. Drop-in fee, $3 per person, $8 family.

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Open Skate, 7-8:30 p.m., fairgrounds. BYO helmets and skates. Drop-in fee, $3 per person, $8 family. Under age 10 accompanied by an adult. Info, 378-4953, www. islandrec.org.

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Sunday, March 10 Guys on Ice, 7:30 p.m., SJ Community Theatre. (See previous listing.) Info, 3783210, www.sjctheatre.org.

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Drop-in Badminton & Ping Pong , 8-10 p.m., Turnbull Gym. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 378-4953, www.islandrec.org.

Tuesday, March 12 On Book! Readers Theatre: “8”, 7:30 p.m., SJ Community Theatre, free.

(See previous listing.)

Wednesday, March 13 TREC After School Program, 3-5:30 p.m., FHHS Tech Bldg., free. Drop-in recreation for 7th-12th graders. Info, 378-4953, www. islandrec.org.

Thursday, March 14 Town Hall w/Sheriff Nou, 6 p.m., SVCC Community Room, 221 Weber Way. Sheriff Rob Nou fields questions about drugs, domestic violence, DUIs; sponsored

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Lavendera Thursdays: Radiate Compassion, 6:30 p.m., Lavendera Massage, 285 Spring St., free. Nancy Soans presents tools to

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Adult Dodgeball , 8-10 p.m., Turnbull Gym. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 3784953, www.islandrec.org.

Guys on Ice ‘Bargain Night’, 7:30 p.m., SJ Community Theatre. Tickets: $14 adults, $7 student reserve, $5 RUSH (See previous listing.) Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre.org.

Friday, March 15 Guys on Ice, 7:30 p.m., SJCT. (See previous listing.) Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre. org.

Saturday, March 16 St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza, 5 p.m., Mullis Center, 589 Nash St. Annual Soroptimists fundraiser (See story on accompanying page 18). Info, 378-7232, 298-0458; www. sifri.org.

Guys on Ice, 7:30 p.m., SJCT. (See previous listing.) Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre. org.

Sunday, March 17 Guys on Ice, 7:30 p.m., SJCT. (See previous listing.) Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre. org.

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Long before Washington voters blessed Referendum 74 at the ballot box, a battle over same-sex marriage played out in the Golden State. The historic federal trial of California’s Proposition 8 hits the stage at San Juan Community Theatre in the next edition of the Readers Theatre series: On Book!

Presented Monday and Tuesday, March 11 and 12, On Book’s reading of “8”, written by Academy Awardwinning screen writer Dustin Lance Black, features a cast of 21 local actors, and is directed by Friday Harbor’s Julie Laidlaw.

Doors open at 7 p.m., admission is free.

Black’s script draws on trial transcripts, interviews and first-hand observations as the legal battle over Prop.

8, which stripped samesex couple of their right to wed, proceeded in federal court. Representatives of the island’s legal, social and professional fields will be on hand for “talk back” with the audience and cast following each performance.

Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre.org.

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Island Rec is seeking local organizations to help make the 23rd Annual Children’s Festival a success by hosting an activity that reflects the theme of this year’s event: ¡Attention! Creation Zone!

The 2013 Children’s Festival is Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the fairgrounds in Friday

Harbor.

The theme underscores the personality of this year’s festival, designed to give children free rein in using their imaginations to build and create with their own hands. The Imagine Children’s Museum is providing science and engineering projects, and other special guests are expected to contributed various building materials as well.

Sought-after activities will help foster the imagination, inspire an interest in design or allow for hands-on construction. Direct inquiries and ideas for activities to Island Rec Director Sally Thomsen, play@islandrec. org, or Recreation Specialist Jason Davis, jason@islandrec.org; or contact Island Rec at 378-4953, or www. islandrec.org.

Sushi made easy; Kakehashi event

San Juan Island caterer Cynthia Burke of Cynthia’s, Of Course will reveal the simplicity and the fun of creating sushi in two classes in March, offered in conjunction with San Juan Islands Museum of Art’s Kakehashi events.

Burke will show and tell how to roll your own sushi using various ingredients, from simple to creative, as part of an interactive and hands-on three-hour class, as well as offer insights and a few tricks of the trade.

During her days in Hawaii, Burke honed her sushi-making skills while operating a wholesale sushi catering company. Participants will be provided with a recipe packet, rolling mat, nori

and wasabi as part of the class. Fee is $50. For more information or to sign up for either class, contact Burke at 360-317-7178, or by email, info@cynthiaofcourse.com.

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The biggest and most important fundraiser of the year for the Friday Harbor chapter of Soroptimists International, the St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza, is Saturday, March 16, at the Mullis Community Senior Center.

Don’t forget to wear something green.

The Extravaganza gets under way with a festive social hour, in which guests can enjoy appetizers, music and beverages — adult or not — and browse the many items on display in prelude to the event’s live and silent auction. Live auction items include a free stay at either of two different Hawaiian lodging establishments and a week’s stay at oceanfront condos on Kauai or Molokai. Raffle tickets will be available for sale as well.

Doors open at 5 p.m.

At 6 p.m., a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dinner of corned beef and cabbage, catered by Vinny’s Ristorante, will be served (a vegetarian entree is

also available). The live auction begins following dinner.

Seating is limited. Dinner tickets — $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 10 and under — can be purchased in advance at the Toy Box, Spa d’Bune or from any member of Soroptimists. Tickets for dinner-to-go are also available, $12 each; pick up is 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Event proceeds support Soroptimists’ many activities, programs, awards and scholarships, which primarily benefit the island’s women and girls. Info, Debbi Staehlin, 378-7232; Becki Day, 298-0458.

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San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.

NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with RCW 36.77.070 that the San Juan County Council approved the following improvement projects completed by County Forces (using County crews and equipment) in calendar year 2012: Road / Project Name Type Of Work Engineer’s Estimate Gravel Road Conversion C h i p s e a l Gravel Road (False Bay Drive) $169,840 Total: $169,840 Date this 1st day of March 2013.

Rachel E. Dietzman, P.E., County Engineer San Juan County Department of Public Works LEGAL NO. SJ462272 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder.

March 6, 2013.

STATE OF WASHINGTON SAN JUAN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUVENILE DIVISION IN RE THE WELFARE OF: IZEAC SHAWN DAVIS DOB: 01/08/09

NO. 11-7-05007-5 NOTICE AND SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) TO: ANY AND ALL PUTATIVE FATHERS Of IZEAC SHAWN DAVIS: A Dependency Petition was filed on September 22, 2011; a Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: March 21, 2013 at 12:30 p.m. at San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street, #7, Friday Harbor, Washington 98250. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.050(5).

THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PRO-

CESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DSHS at 360-679-7150. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx.

DATED this 7th day of February, 2013.

JOAN P. WHITE Clerk of the Superior Court

By Connie B. Sundstrom Deputy Clerk SAN JUAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE 350 COURT STREET #7 FRIDAY HARBOR, WASHINGTON 98250 LEGAL NO. SJ458084 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder.

February 20, 27, March 6, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS & HEARINGS Permit Number

Project Description

Tax Parcel Number, Project Location, and Island

Applicant/Agent Name and Address

Date of Date Other Application Complete Required Permits*

SEPA Existing Threshold End Date Environmental Determinat for SEPA Documents -tion Comments

Suggested Project Comments End Date**

Hearing Hearing Body Place

Hearing Date

Council Robert Waldron Transfer 16 acres 350914001, 350914005 Planning Hearing 4/26/13 2/1/13 None Exempt NA 3/27/13 to Farm & Ag Con- 2744 Beaverton Valley 2744 Beaverton Valley Rd 2/1/13 Comm.

Room Rd, San Juan Island Friday Harbor, WA 98250 servation Land Council Transfer 38 acres 240242001 Bret A. Fowler Planning POPNSP Hearing 4/26/13 to Farm & Ag Con58 Mud Bay Road 58 Mud Bay Road 11/6/12 2/6/13 None Exempt NA 3/27/13 Comm.

-13-0002 Room servation Land Lopez Island Lopez, WA 98261 Council Phyllis Ann Tappan 351532001 Transfer 20 acres Planning POPNSP Hearing 4/26/13 PO Box 1082 2/5/13 2/5/13 None Exempt NA 3/27/13 to Farm & Ag Con- San Juan Valley Road Comm.

-13-0003 Room Anacortes, WA 98250 San Juan Island servation Land John Pohl & Susan Wycoff Environmental Islander Restore beach by 241022020, 324 Pohl, c/o Jeff Otis, 393 Chklst; Geology Hearing PSJ000Bank removing rock Burt Road, 2/7/13 2/11/13 HPA DNS 3/20/13 4/12/13 5/8/13 Examiner 13-0001 Bobbyann Road Asmnt; ArchaeAnnex armoring Lopez Island Eastsound, WA 98245 ology Report SEPA Determination: San Juan County has determined that the projects SEPA Comments: Anyone desiring Application Comments: Any file may be NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner noted above with a DNS or MDNS will not have probable significant adverse to comment on the Threshold examined by appointment during regular business meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in the impacts on the environment and has issued a Threshold Determination Determination can do so by hours at the San Juan County CD&P, Courthouse Islanders Bank Admin. Building downstairs meeting pursuant to Sections 197-11-310 and 197-11-340 WAC. An Environmental submitting a written statement to Annex, Friday Harbor. Anyone desiring to room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor. Planning Impact Statement will not be required under Section 43.21C.030 (2)(c) RCW. CD&P, P. O. Box 947 (135 Rhone comment on the Notice of Application can do so by Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person This determination was made after review of the environmental checklist and Street), Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 no submitting a written statement to CD&P no later desiring to comment prior to the hearing shall submit a other environmental information on file at Community Development and later than the comment date specified than the end date for project comments specified statement in writing to CD&P, PO Box 947, Friday Planning (CD&P). The County has determined that the requirements for above. The Threshold Determination above. Anyone who desires to provide testimony Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may also be environmental analysis, protection, and mitigation measures have been may be appealed by submitting a in the public hearing or desires a copy of the submitted at the hearing. A copy of the staff report for adequately addressed in the development regulations and comprehensive written statement of appeal along with decision for this project may do so by requesting this hearing may be obtained generally 7 days prior to plan adopted under Chapter 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local, the basis for the appeal and a fee to such from CD&P. A copy of the staff report for this the public hearing from CD&P at the address above. state, or federal laws or rules, as provided by Section 43.21C.240 RCW and CD&P within 21 days after the end of project may be obtained from CD&P generally 7 * As directed by applicant, per UDC18.80.030.A.3.f Section 197-11-158 WAC, or as may be conditioned within any MDNS. the SEPA comment period. days prior to the public hearing. ** Per UDC 18.80.030.B. POPNSP -13-0001

NOTICE OF DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner decisions are posted on the County website at: sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx LEGAL NO. SJ747789 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder, MARCH 6, 2013

TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR LEGAL NOTICES AGENDA - TOWN COUNCIL Town Council Chambers 60 Second Street Thursday, March 7, 2013 12:00 PM Call to Order / Roll Call / Flag Salute / Public Access (Est. 5 min.) Confirmation reappointment of Historic Preservation Review Board Members (Est. 10 min.) Resolution No. 1937 Authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the Town of Friday Harbor and the engineering firm of Kennedy/Jenks Consultants to provide technical assistance for de-

velopment of a comprehensive computer based operations and maintenance (O&M) manual for the Wastewater Treatment Plan (Est. 5 min.) Resolution No. 1938 Authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with the engineering firm of Gray & Osborne for an archeological resource survey as part of the Mullis Street Pedestrian Improvement Project (Est. 5 min.) Resolution No. 1939 Authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the interlocal agreement with the University of Washing-

ton providing for sewage services located on privately owned property outside the Town’s corporate limits (Est. 15 min.) Council discussion regarding signage content located at the proposed informational kiosk on Front Street (Est. 10 min.) Council discussion regarding a long-term agreement with Calgon Carbon, Inc. for recharging of Granulated Activated Carbon filters at the Water Treatment Plant (Est. 30 min.) Administrator’s Report Payment of Claims and Payroll Approval of Minutes

Future Agenda Items Citizen Response Closed Session - Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4) regarding collective bargaining - Est. 10 min.

Adjourn 5:30 PM Call to Order / Roll Call / Flag Salute / Public Access (Est. 15 min.) Update regarding the County’s proposal process for the Sutton Road Transfer Station (Est. 20 min.) WORK SESSION Town Solid Waste Management Plan, Chapter 8 and 9

(Est. 30 min.) WORK SESSION Town’s Vision Statement in the Comprehensive Plan (Est. 10 min.) Future Agenda Items Citizen Response Adjourn LEGAL NO. FH462280 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. March 6, 2013

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Friday Harbor High School 2012 student honor rolls HONOR ROLL

Taylor Turnbull Anders Wenner Megan Wilson Echo Wood Carly Woodward

3.30 – 4.00 GPA 2.20 Credits Spring & Fall 2012

9th GRADE (Fall 2012) Brook Ashcraft Will Christison-Williamson Jordan Davis Samantha Finch Alexis Galt Keegan Hebert Kyle Jangard Carlos Jimenez Zoe Kromer Rachel May Mary McPadden Robert Miller Stanley Patrick Max Rathburn Madeline Schroeder Julia Smith Danil Sonjaya Luke Stromberg Fiona Sutherland Wade Tracey

10th GRADE S – Spring Honor Roll F – Fall Honor Roll Dalton Ayers SF Eli Baker F Conrad Bormann SF Faith Buck SF Guthrie Burnett-Tison SF Halle Carrier SF Jade Cooper-Yockers SF Melanie Cope SF Sophia Dillery SF Kaitlyn Domenech SF Summer Fox SF Carter Fuehr-Bush SF Isabel Gabriel SF Genevieve Gislason SF Max Haenel SF Isaiah Hauck S Michael Hoeller SF Peter Holt S Sammantha Hopkins SF

Gabe Lawson SF Hailey Loucks SF Sophia Marinkovich SF Samantha Pluff SF Cassidy Quigley SF Karoline Rask F Kori Rasmussen SF William Revercomb S Madden Shanks SF Matthew Stepita SF Sam Stewart SF Peter Strasser SF Ashton Timmons SF Haide Torrez F Oliver Webb SF Ian Williams S Madeline Williamson SF 11th GRADE S – Spring Honor Roll F – Fall Honor Roll Meagan Anderson SF James Asher F Natalie Boden SF Eva Bormann SF* Emma Brand SF* Melinda Brandli SF

A Grateful Thank You! Friday Harbor High School awards Honor Roll Cards to students who receive a 3.30 GPA or higher On behalf of the staff and students at Friday Harbor High School, we would like to thank the PTSA for providing the Honor Roll Student Discount Cards and the following businesses for their support of our students: (10% discount at following businesses).

FH Drug Printonyx The Bean Vic’s Drive-In King’s Marine The Big Store The Little Store

General Store & Deli Right-of-Way Driving Roy’s Drive-Thru Griffin Bay Books Store The Sweet Retreat & Espresso

Nash Brothers Sporting Goods Office Center, NW, Inc. Palace Theatre (Tickets discounted down one level)

Paradise Lanes (Free Bowling Shoes)

Special thanks to Printonyx for printing and laminating the Honor Roll Discount Cards at no charge.

Carson Brown SF Otis Cooper-West SF Kate Fenley SF* Emily Guard SF* Sean Hills SF Jacklyn Justiniano SF* Marina Le Duc F Madeline Marinkovich SF* Erin McCauley F Kendra Meeker F Amer Melic S Skyler Moeder S Lucas Noeth F Carmen Orozco SF Isabel Place SF* Kasey Rasmussen S Casey Rothlisberger SF* Alaina Scheffer SF* Julianne Schreiber S Elizabeth Snow SF* Ellery Von Dassow SF Devyn Williams F CJ Woods F Nelson Wynn S 12th GRADE S – Spring Honor Roll F – Fall Honor Roll Kelli Ashcraft SF Gavin Guard SF* Jean Melborne SF Michael Barsamian SF* Alyssa Hallock SF Brett Paul S* Julia Bevens SF Ciara Jimenez SF Austin Pederson SF Nicholas Bey SF Me’Tairie Kilpatrick-Boe F Julian Perren SF Tate Brumsickle SF Will Kromer SF Aaron Prager SF* Paige Carlson S Austin Lambright SF Sofya Prewitt F Sarah Clark SF Brandon Lambright SF Riley Rousar S Madison Dillery SF Matt Mazzarella SF* Elisabeth Starr F Amy Dunaway SF* Emma McMain SF Noah Stone F Donald Galt F Sam McMain SF Sierra Truesdale SF* Lita Gislason SF* Miranda McPadden F Sam Waite S* Ellen Goudie F

Kaylen Meeker SF Katrina Wakeman SF

VARSITY LETTER (S) Spring 2012 & (F) Fall 2012 9TH GRADE (Fall 2012) Brook Ashcraft F Rachel May F Taylor Turnbull F Samantha Finch F Mary McPadden F Megan Wilson F Alexis Galt F Echo Wood F 10TH GRADE S – Spring Honor Roll F – Fall Honor Roll Dalton Ayers SF Kaitlyn Domenech SF Cassidy Quigley F Faith Buck S Carter Fuehr-Bush SF Kori Rasmussen S Guthrie Burnett-Tison F Isabel Gabriel SF Maddy Shanks S Halle Carrier F Max Haenel SF Sam Stewart S Jade Cooper-Yockers F Michael Hoeller SF Peter Strasser F Melanie Cope SF Gabe Lawson S Ashton Timmons F Sophia Dillery F Hailey Loucks SF Madeline Williamson SF Samantha Pluff SF 11th GRADE S – Spring Honor Roll F – Fall Honor Roll Meagan Anderson S Kate Fenley SF Isabel Place SF Emma Brand S Emily Guard SF Kassy Rasmussen S Melinda Brandli SF Sean Hills F Casey Rothlisberger F Carson Brown S Jacklyn Justiniano SF Alaina Scheffer SF Otis Cooper-West F Madeline Marinkovich S Elizabeth Snow SF

Airsoft at Juan’s Detailing

Haley’s Bait Shop & Grill

KSD Construction, Inc.

San Juan Physical Therapy

Alvarado Marine and Power Equipment

Harbor Insurance

Nash Brothers Sporting Goods

San Juan Sanitation

Be Chic Boutique

Harbor Rental and Saw Shop

Paradise Lanes

San Juan Surveying

Benedict Restoration and Repair

Island Automotive – (NAPA)

Petro San Juan

San Juan Wireless

Brandli Law

Island Bicycles

Printonyx

San Juan Vision Source

Browne’s Home Center

Island Petroleum Service

Rainshadow, Mark Gardner

Second Act

Chicago Title

Island Studios

Ravenhill Construction

Sound Financial Planning, Inc.

Coldwell Banker – sanjuanislands.com

Island Towing

Michelle Reynolds, DMD–The Tooth Ferry

Starr Excavation, Inc.Tookie’s

Diesel America West

Islanders Bank

Richard Lawson Construction

Hair Design

Downriggers

Islanders Insurance

Roche Harbor Resort

Bo Turnage, DDS

Friday Harbor Electric

Juan’s Detailing

Salt Spray Window Cleaners

Anthony D. Vivenzio–Attorney at Law

Friday Harbor Plumbing

Kings Market

SJ Fitness and Athletic Club

Windermere Real Estate

Guard Electric

KO’s Subs

San Juan Jewels

Carmen Orozco F Ellery Von Dassow S Kelli Ashcraft S Ellen Goudie F Emma McMain F Michael Barsamian SF

12th GRADE S – Spring Honor Roll F – Fall Honor Roll Gavin Guard SF Sam McMain S Julia Bevens S Ciara Jimenez F Bret Paul S Nicholas Bey SF Will Kromer SF Austin Pederson F Tate Brumsickle F Austin Lambright F Julian Perren S Paige Carlson S Brandon Lambright S Aaron Prager S Sarah Clark SF Matthew Mazzarella S Sierra Truesdale SF Amy Dunaway F Kristina Wakeman S 2011

Principal’s HONOR ROLL

4.00 GPA Spring (S) 2012 & Fall (F) 2012

9th GRADE Fall Samantha Finch F Alexis Galt F Taylor Turnbull F Echo Wood F 10th GRADE (S) Spring 2012 & (F) Fall 2012 Dalton Ayers F Melanie Cope SF Michael Hoeller F Madeline Williamson S 11th GRADE (S) Spring 2012 & (F) Fall 2012 Emma Brand S Kate Fenley S Sean Hills F Melinda Brandli S Emily Guard SF Elizabeth Snow SF 12th Grade (S) Spring 2012 & (F) Fall 2012 Michael Barsamian SF Gavin Guard SF Ciara Jimenez F Emma McMain F Aaron Prager S Sierra Truesdale F Students who earned Principal’s Honor for the Spring and/or Fall term will receive a gift certificate to The Palace Theatre compliments of The Palace Theatre.

We would like to thank the Purple and Gold Club and the Friday Harbor High School PTSA for their continued support of the Celebration of Academics.

We would like to give special thanks for all their help to Tammy Andersen, Connie Biggers, Janet Chamberlain, Rich Warin