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Third I-90 tolling meeting is tonight If you missed the meeting on tolling at Mercer Island High School on Monday, you have a second chance tonight.

As part of the I-90 Tolling Project Environmental Impact Statement, WSDOT is hosting public meetings to give you an opportunity to learn more about the proposed project and provide comments.

The meeting tonight is from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle, just across the bridge at 2300 S. Massachusetts Street.

Winner buys tickets three times a week at Jacksons on the Island

By Reporter Staff

YTN offers Halloween bonus Youth Theatre Northwest is offering two additional performances of the horror classic, “Night of the Living Dead,” on Nov. 1-2 at the theater, at 8805 S.E. 40th Street.

Tickets are available at YouthTheatre.org or by calling (206) 232-4145, ext. 109.

Hey kids, Ronald McDonald in town on Oct. 30 Ronald McDonald will be making a special visit at the Mercer Island McDonalds, tonight, at 5:30 p.m.

Wear your costume.

We bet there are Halloween treats involved.

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Members of the West Mercer Student Council display some of the dozens of pairs of shoes and bundles of socks that they have collected to send to children at Treehouse in Seattle.

Lightning strikes down boy at camp

By Mary L. Grady

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from the UW in 1990. Kadish’s parents, Ira and Susan, lived on the Island for more than 40 years, and now live in Seattle.

The three injured campers, two 9-year-olds and Kadish, were attending Goldman Union Camp Institute, near Indianapolis. They were playing frisbee. A few hundred feet away were dozens of other campers playing basketball and swimming. According to reports, the lightning that hit the camp was the only lightning strike reported in the area.

Rabbi David Kaufman said that he has spent two weeks every summer over the past 12 years at the camp and has spent many hours near the spot where the accident occurred.

“There were a few clouds in the

There were just a few random clouds in the Indiana sky on June 29, when 12-year-old Ethan Kadish and two other children were struck by a single, apparently random bolt of lightning in a playfield at a summer camp.

The electrical shock has left Ethan with a severe brain injury after first responders could not restart his heart for several minutes.

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The sun was shining. It was a warm and sunny end of June day.

Ethan Kadish was teaching Lily Hoberman and Noah Auerbach how to play Ultimate Frisbee.

“Suddenly, there was a flash of light and a loud bang,” Kaufman wrote. “A neighbor said it sounded like artillery going off.” Oddly enough, the lightning did not strike the six-story climbing tower that was also nearby, he continued. It did not strike the line of trees, or the basketball courts, where a game was underway.

Nearby camp staff raced to the children and performed CPR. Ethan and Lily suffered cardiac arrest. All three camp defibrillators were used.

Miraculously, just a few days before the lightning struck, some members of the camp staff had finished their recertification for CPR, Kaufman said. At least one of them was playing basketball not much more than a hundred

An 87-year-old man from Mercer Island became Washington state’s newest millionaire last week after playing Washington’s Lottery Lotto game on Wednesday, Oct. 9.

The man claimed his $3.2 million prize from the Everett Regional Office, where he chose the cash option worth $1.6 million. He told Lottery officials that he planned to take his family to dinner that evening to celebrate.

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Lotto | FROM 1 regional office to confirm his winnings. Then, he went to a Washington’s Lottery retail location to check his ticket with the ticket reader. Afterwards, he met his daughter for lunch and revealed his news.

“She didn’t believe me,” he said. “She thought I was kidding!”

The man’s other plans for the money include sharing with his three children and seven grandchildren, charity giving, paying off the mortgage on his house,

investing and buying a new car.

“I’ve driven Chryslers since 1968. I will probably buy a used car that’s a couple of years old because I never buy new ones,” he said.

The winner plays the Washington’s Lottery Lotto game regularly. He purchases a ticket t h r e e times per week, one Island Lotto winner for each L o t t o d r aw i n g on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Lotto is a Washington state game. When someone in Washington state wins a Lotto prize, others

“I’ll probably buy a used car that is a couple of years old.”

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in Washington benefit, too.

The retail location that sold the winning ticket, the Jacksons at 2903 78th Ave. S.E. on Mercer Island, will receive a $32,000 selling bonus.

This is the man’s first big win. He told Lottery officials that he was most excited about the win because it will secure his future. He said, “I’m 87 years old. That’s why I’m investing most of it, but giving some away to my kids and grandkids makes me happy.”

Proceeds from Washington’s Lottery benefit the Washington Opportunity Pathways Account, providing scholarships to college students statewide. To learn more, or to check for winning numbers, go to walottery. com.

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No room for marijuana store on Island

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The Washington State Liquor Control Board has adopted regulations and controls for how a private recreational marijuana market will be implemented in the state under voter-approved Initiative 502.

Yet, given Mercer Island existing land use patterns and underlying zoning, there is not a place for marijuana to be sold here, City Manager Rich Conrad said.

“Because we have schools, parks, playgrounds, day care centers, community centers and other places that children use — and they are spread far and wide across Mercer Island — there is simply no legal place here to set up a marijuana store,” he said.

“And, although there are residential properties that exceed the state’s 1,000foot minimum distance to a possible marijuana store, none of those properties can have a retail business under the city’s zoning laws,” he added. “Hence, marijuana stores will have to be sited somewhere off the Island.”

Meanwhile, state officials continue to fine tune laws for the sale of marijuana elsewhere.

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Gas station owner Marty Ulrich Sr. dies Fixed cars, tended flowers at gas station on Sunset Highway

By Mary L. Grady

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There are fewer places more important in everyday life than the neighborhood gas station and the people who work in it. Whether it is a flat tire or a dead battery or a floppy windshield wiper, the people who work there Marty Ulrich Sr. are both wizards and lifesavers.

In the early days of gas stations, they were referred to as service stations. Then, people waited in their cars for a uniformed attendant to fill their tanks and wash their windshield. Such people were also skilled technicians who listened to motors with a practiced ear, ferreting out a diagnosis from the strange whispers and clicks of a motor. Mr. Ulrich’s station was one of those. From his personal touch, to his way with cars, to his bright, well kept flowers along the station perimeter, it was a gem.

Martin Ulrich Sr., whose family has owned and operated the gas station at the corner of

78th Avenue S.E. and the Sunset interchange there. He was offered Highway since 1964, died Saturday the station on Mercer Island in at his home on Whidbey Island. 1964, and he and his family have He was 75. He had been diagnosed been there ever since. At one point earlier in the year with lung cancer. the family had three stations.

Islanders know Marty Sr. from After he retired, he still came the 18-hour days he spent at the in nearly every day to do what he station for 35 years. There he could, taking care of his garden or greeted them with a smile. He keeping a hand in at the shop. He asked about their children while did not like all of the changes, his tweaking a transmission or chang- grandson, Chris, said. “He did not ing the oil. like all the technology stuff.”

“My dad helped everyone on He took pride in his work and this Island,” his son, Marty Ulrich the station, his son, Marty Ulrich Jr., said.

Jr., said. “He loved his family. He It has never been easy. The sta- loved his customers. They were a tion went though the trying times second family to him.” of the endless construction along “Customers used to tell me that I-90 and the Sunset Highway, the you could be having your worst Rebecca Mar/Staff Photo gas crisis of the 1970s, the con- day ever, but you came in here, The Mercer Island Covenant Church changed its name last week. stant gyration of gas prices and and he made you feel better,” the the backlash they caused, and younger Ulrich said. a regional thing because we are now, the transition to electric cars.

Mr. Ulrich was a dedicated footthe Evergreen State, but the name Mr. Ulrich was born in the ball fan, rooting specifically for is actually derived from a Bible Georgetown neighborhood Notre Dame. Last January, Mr. verse … it’s found in Jeremiah, By Rebecca Mar of Seattle in 1938. He attended Ulrich fulfilled a lifetime dream chapter 17 (verses 7-8).” rmar@mi-reporter.com O’Dea High School on a four-year when he and his sons got tickets to The Island church was estabIslanders, by now, have lished more than 60 years ago, scholarship. There he played foot- the BCS National Championship noticed the new banner covering and has “continued to stay ‘ever ball and baseball, later heading Game between Alabama and the the church’s sign at the corner of green,’” Steel said. to Central Washington College, undefeated Notre Dame team in the intersection across from the where he played baseball until he Miami.

The new name goes along post office. injured both knees.

“We had planned to watch the with the church’s new leadership The Mercer Island Covenant model and direction. Peter Sung After college, he went to work Notre Dame game together on Church has changed its name to became the lead pastor last year. for Boeing, building B-52 aircraft. Saturday,” Ulrich Jr. said. But he Evergreen Covenant Church.

He described it to his sons as an died early that morning. Survivors “We’re probably being less tra“We actually have been batting ditional in a sense, and trying ‘ant farm.’ It wasn’t for him. include his wife, Darlene, three that idea around for a few years,” to attract a younger group of He had worked earlier at a sons, one daughter, 13 grandchilsaid Julie Steel, executive pas- people,” Steel said. “Social justice service station for a time, and dren and one great-grandchild. tor. “It made sense that we went is a very big push that we have, was able to get a Shell station in Services for Mr. Ulrich are set ahead and settled on a name that getting involved in other areas of Factoria in 1962. The business was for 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 25, at would be reflective ofNo, who wecan’t are listserving. later demolished as part of the No,St.youMonica can’t listChurch the kittyat 4301 you the kitty” Let88th my marketing strategies Let my marketing strate as a church.

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Benson Wong has Broad Community Support

MISD report card of student learning full of high marks

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“As an Island resident and chair of the House Transportation Committee, I want someone on the Mercer Island City Council who is dedicated to listening to all sides before making a decision. I trust Benson to be a strong voice for the Island when tough decisions need to be made.”

-State Representative Judy Clibborn

“I like Benson’s sincerity and commitment to do what is right.”

-Mercer Island City Councilmember Mike Cero

Vision 2020, Mercer Island School District’s vision and mission for student education, released a profile of student performance measured against established indicators for the 2012-13 school year.

The focus areas included fine arts, health and fitness, literacy, math, science, social studies and world languages.

The report featured strong showings in several of the focus areas.

In literacy and communications, percentages ranged from 88 and 92 percent of 4th, 7th and 10th grade students exceeding state assessment standards for reading and writing.

For math, between 85 and 99 percent of students exceeded state assessment standards, with 71 percent of 4th-graders exceeding 76th percentile on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills math exam.

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“Benson has impressed me with his thoughtful approach to solutions to key Island issues including both downtown growth and enlivenment and local and regional transportation. A successful small business owner and participant in major Seattle civic developments Benson brings a full range of needed experience to the City Council. Benson has my full endorsement.”

-Former Mercer Island Mayor Bryan Cairns

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“Benson Wong, a 30-year resident of Mercer Island, has an array of talents and experiences that can be immediately put to good use as we face the tumult of the years ahead . . .Wong’s public service and training as an attorney will help the Island navigate difficult situations to come.”

-Mercer Island Reporter “As a former Mercer Island City Council member, I know what it takes to be successful in the job - innovative ideas, a steady fiscal hand and a commitment to our citizens. Benson has what it takes to help lead our community and I wholeheartedly endorse him.” -State Senator Steve Litzow

Mr. Wong demonstrated that he holds public safety in the highest regard.

The firefighters also see that he has a very pragmatic approach to problem solving. Mr. Wong will be an advocate for the safety of the community and the people that protect it. He holds values and beliefs that the firefighters feel would be a true asset while serving on the city council.

-Mercer Island Firefighters – IAFF Local 1762

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cent of 5th, 8th and 10th grade students exceeded science assessment standards. In the areas of social studies and health and fitness, 88 percent of seniors reported meeting the key indicator of taking more than five semesters of social studies. Nearly 74 percent of all students reported being physically active for at least one hour a day for 4 or more of the last 7 days.

Only fine arts and world languages reported less than three quarters of students meeting the established indicator. Just under half of all 2013 seniors reported they completed two or more years of the same fine art, while 16 percent of students reported they took at least one fourth year, fifth year or AP world language course.

While percentages of students reporting to have taken at least one AP course were low, the percentage of students taking AP exams and scoring 3 or higher (an AP score of 3 qualifies for college credit) remained

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high in the fields of literacy, math and science.

World languages and social studies were the only subjects to report below 90 percent, at 82 and 68 percent respectively. The percentage of total AP students with scores 3 or higher for MIHS was 79 percent, above Washington state’s 61 percent and the global 60 percent. In MIHS’ fiveyear school score summary dating back to 2009, 2013 reported the school’s highest total number of AP students with 338. 2009 was next highest with 319.

What may come as no surprise, responses regarding engaged and supportive learning varied between students and staff. More teachers responded that “students in MISD are engaged in learning,” while a lower number of students responded that “work I do in school is useful and interesting to me.” More teachers responded that “instruction is personalized to meet the needs of every student”, while a lower number of students responded “my teacher(s) often tell me how I am doing in their class.”

Building in Luther Burbank Park, has had to use emergency funds to purchase food to stock the shelves so that the approximately 125 Mercer Island client families who rely on the Food Pantry monthly will have food.

“Many Island residents are surprised that there are families experiencing food scarcity living on Mercer Island,” Manriquez said.

“The food bank’s website has a list of donation items that are most needed, which include cereal, soups, tuna, peanut butter and jelly, pasta and sauces, school lunch snacks and canned fruit. Monetary donations are always welcome.

Donations can be sent to Mercer Island Youth and Family Services, 2040 84th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island, Wash., 98040, to the attention of Cheryl Manriquez.

Note on the check that the donation is for the food bank. Donations of both cash and food are taxdeductible.

Donations may also be made at Banner Bank on 78th Avenue S.E., the Mercer Island Community and Event Center at 8236 S.E. 24th Street, Albertsons grocery store at 2755 77th Ave. S.E., and the Mercer Island Thrift Store at 7710 S.E. 34th Street.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2013 | Page 5

Ready or not, it’s time for Obamacare

By Brian Beckley

Renton Reporter Editor

Despite the battle over its future that prompted the federal government shutdown, the Affordable Healthcare Act exchanges opened two weeks ago and efforts are under way in King County to register the nearly 30 percent of county residents who are presently uninsured.

“Here in King County we’re looking at over 180,000 currently uninsured individuals who are going to have access to coverage because of the changes,” said Jennifer DeYoung, health reform policy analyst for Public Health - Seattle and King County.

The county is making a push this month to contact those eligible for the new exchanges to help them sign up for the program and Maria Wood, Board of Health administrator, was at the Renton City Council’s Committee of the Whole meeting Monday.

Under the new law, commonly referred to as “Obamacare,” most individuals will be required by law to have health coverage beginning Jan. 1. To help meet that requirement, the state of Washington has rolled out two new coverage

options.

First, Medicaid coverage, formerly known as Apple Health, will be expanded to individuals with incomes up to 138 percent of the poverty line, or $15,864 for an individual or $26,952 for a family of three.

In addition, the state has launched its Health Benefit Exchange with subsidized premiums and tax credits available for individuals with incomes from 139 percent to 400 percent of the poverty line, or up to $45,960 for an individual and $78,120 for a family of three.

Residents with private insurance, seniors on Medicare and those presently on Medicaid or the Apple Health system do not need to make any changes.

Residents who choose to opt out of carrying health insurance will be required to pay a penalty of either 1 percent of their income or $95 in 2014, increasing to 2.5 percent and $695 in 2015.

DeYoung said the county is partnering with community organizations and leaders in an attempt to reach the county’s diverse populations that do not speak English and may not know about the program or how to sign up.

So far, a partner network

News briefs Third I-90 tolling public meeting is tonight

The Washington state Department of Transportation is continuing to take public input through Nov. 6 on the proposal to toll I-90 and potential range of alternatives.

As part of the I-90 Tolling Project Environmental Impact Statement, WSDOT hosting public meetings to give you an opportunity to learn more about the proposed project and provide comments.

The meeting tonight is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle, just across the bridge at 2300 S. Massachusetts St. You can find additional meeting details, including how to sign up online to speak at a meeting.

You can also sign up to speak on a first-come, first served basis at the start of

each meeting. If you can’t make it to a meeting, don’t worry. We’ve provided all of the meeting materials and project information online for you to review and provide feedback on your own time.

More electric vehicle charging stations planned Almost two years ago, the city installed three electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, placed at City Hall, the Community and Event Center, and the Boys and Girls Club. Since then, there has been increasing interest in EV’s across the State, with most new purchases occurring in the Puget Sound region. Due to the high cost of fuel in Washington, and the very cheap rates for our clean hydropower, it costs four times less to drive an EV than a comparable gasoline vehicle.

The free city chargers on Mercer Island are fre-

of 23 organizations speaking 34 languages has been created.

“Not being able to read a piece of paper is not a barrier,” DeYoung said.

More than 500 “in-person assisters” have been trained so far to help sign people up for the healthcare exchanges.

In addition to the online signups, the county is hosting more than 200 live events that will feature in-person walk-throughs and aid, including several in Renton.

The idea is for the assisters to explain what it means to have health insurance, the benefits available to individuals and then walk them through the application process.

DeYoung said while it is true the program’s website experienced difficulties during the first week of signups, there are paper forms available and the glitches had no effect on the in-person events.

“It didn’t stop us from getting anyone enrolled,” she said.

DeYoung also said the county is hoping that leaders within the non-English speaking communities of King County will become “carriers of the message” and help spread the word about

the exchanges and the value of having health insurance.

Those on the front lines of healthcare say this is an important step.

“Too many people in our area are living without health insurance, which puts their health and their finances at serious risk,” Rich Roodman, CEO of Valley Medical Center, said in a press release.

“We have been working in the community to help raise people’s awareness of the new coverage options, and we’ve also been working with staff to help hospital visitors get more information and get enrolled,” he said.

DeYoung said the goal is “full enrollment” in health insurance for everyone in the county and said the key demographic to get involved in order to bring down costs are young, healthy people, many of whom do not currently carry health insurance. “This is an opportunity for folks to get healthcare insurance.”

“The main population group this is really going to impact is childless adults,” she said.

Residents must apply by Dec. 15 to be eligible for coverage beginning Jan. 1.

quently in use, and have now delivered over 1,600 sessions, and helped prevent the production of over 30,000 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions from gasoline combustion.

The city is expanding its EV infrastructure, first by designating additional parking stalls for EV’s (marked in green paint) so that it is easier to share a charger, or wait for one to become available. All three of the city’s chargers already allow simultaneous charging by two different vehicles, one at 120 volts and one at 240 volts. Later, the city intends to install additional chargers that will provide more 240 volt options.

New trail for children to walk to school to be built

Find out more about the Affordable Care Act at local events • Mercer Island Community Center Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013, at 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, from noon until 4 p.m.

• Lake Hills Library 15590 Lake Hills Blvd.

Bellevue, WA 98007 Friday, Oct. 25, between 1 and 5 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 1, between 1 and 5 p.m.

• Mercer Island Library Friday, Nov. 15, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 13, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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MEETING NOTICE Mercer Island School District

Unless otherwise noted, school board meetings are held at Mercer Island City Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street.

Board meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Regular board meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.

This week city crews will start grading a new trail along the north edge of the Island Park Elementary School campus to provide a safe walking path parallel to S.E. 53rd Place for neighborhood residents and students. This project is funded by the city’s Safe Routes to School program and is organized in cooperation with the MI School District. Residents should expect intermittent lane closures on this street as gravel and landscaping activities take place.

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Regular School Board Meeting Thursday, October 24, 2013 City Council Chambers

7:00 p.m. Convene regular meeting of the board Full Governance Process Monitoring • Board Policy 1800 OE-4: Staff Compensation • Board Policy 1800 OE-5: Staff Evaluation • Board Policy 1800 OE-6: Budgeting/Financial Planning • Board Policy 1800 OE-9: Communication/Support to the Board Work and Deliberation – Governance Process Review (Review of expectations contained within each OE) • Board Policy 1800 OE-1: Global Executive Constraint • Board Policy 1800 OE-2: Emergency Superintendent Succession Board Action • Resolution No. 611 2014-2018 Maintenance & Operations Levy • Approval of Mahlum Architects contract for MIHS expansion • Resolution #612 Certification of 2014 M&O Levy Preceding school board meeting: 5:00 p.m. Call to order the regular meeting and study session of the board Study Session with Mercer Island City Council • Mary Wayte Pool Interlocal Agreement • 2014 Bond and Maintenance & Operations Levy • Cooperation of city/district staff 6:45 p.m. Recess Agenda items are subject to change. Please verify agenda items by going to www.mercerislandschools.org/boardagendas

MERCER ISLAND SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Janet Frohnmayer, President Brian Emanuels, Vice-President Pat Braman, Director Adair Dingle, Director Dave Myerson, Director Dr. Gary Plano, Superintendent

OPINION

Online poll: Do you plan to go to the WSDOT meeting (Oct. 21), about I-90 tolling, at Mercer Island High School?

52.9% said yes. 47.1% said no.

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Retain Grausz D

an Grausz is our choice for reelection to the Mercer Island City Council. For issues large and small, he has shown himself to be a highly effective advocate for Mercer Island.

Mr. Grausz has been the lead architect in the fight to keep tolls away from I-90. At the Voters Forum held on Oct. 8, all of the candidates agreed that the current plan to fight tolling from a legal basis, and banding together with other communities, is the right approach.

His opponent says that any sort of compromise regarding tolling is wrong. Yet, Mr. Grausz has demonstrated that he knows how and when to negotiate. He weighs what is best for Islanders in the face of change or circumstance that may or may not be welcome, but always inevitable.

Mr. Grausz’s work as an attorney and part of a leadership team of a $5 billion corporation with 14,000 employees, 21 ocean-going vessels, cannot be ignored.

As such he has been involved in a vast array of complex issues regarding everything from labor issues to environmental regulations to the construction of new ships, often dealing with the unexpected.

He has used that expertise in ways favorable to the city. He works through differences and builds consensus.

He helped make the Community Center happen. He has helped acquire land for parks and open space. His efforts to keep Youth Theatre Northwest on the Island are designed to help youth, but also to help integrate more of the arts into our city.

It is clear that he relishes solving problems as much as he cares for this community.

Mr. Grausz has been on the Council for 14 years. When City Manager Rich Conrad retires at year’s end, Mr. Grausz alone will hold the claim to institutional memory and experience on the City Council. Only a few senior staff at the city have been here longer.

Mr. Grausz is engaged and confident. He does not suffer fools gladly. But he does listen. He has a sense of humor and — a sense of how to get things done. We are glad to have someone with his presence, smarts and tenacity to work for us.

‘Mr. Grausz has been a highly effective advocate for Mercer Island.’

ISLAND

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“A fast-flying princess, like Tinkerbell. I have to go fast.”

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To the editor Have your say on I-90 There are 197 nonprofits connected with Mercer Island; 11 of these pertain to children and youth, 10 to human services, 16 to arts and culture, and 28 to education.

Anyone connected with these charities and faith communities knows that the very existence of these organizations is directly dependent upon volunteers. This was shown so clearly by the front page article in the Mercer Island Reporter on Oct. 9. It is a fair guess that at least half the volunteers for our nonprofits come from off the Island, and this can be specifically shown for the 501(c)(3) that I run, the Pipe Organ Foundation, where a quarter of our volunteers come from the Seattle side, a quarter come from the Bellevue side, and half from Mercer Island. Further, the research I did earlier this year and reported to the City Council on Jan. 22 showed that the typical faith community here has up to half of its people coming from off the Island.

The above demonstrates that we are a community highly committed to charitable activities, that we believe in helping people whether they live on the Island or off, and that we care about arts, culture, religion and education. The above also demonstrates that this work of ours is highly dependent upon off-Island people.

So the question is; would these people be willing to pay to come and volunteer, and would they be willing to pay to come to church? Indeed, would you be willing to do either of these things?

When the toll was placed upon SR-520, traffic diminished by 30 percent and it has stayed down. The nonprofits on Mercer Island can expect a

similar loss of volunteers from off the Island and a similar loss in contributions from off-Island people. Can your congregation or charity afford such a loss in either volunteerism or budget?

Given the above, how can any of us be less than completely opposed to tolling I-90? In less than five minutes, you can make a difference by clearly indicating your concern on a very simple form with the state Department of Transportation: www.wsdot.wa.gov/ Projects/I90/CrossLakeWATolling/ eiscomments.htm or simply send an email to i90eiscomments@wsdot. wa.gov or write to Angela Angove, 999 Third Avenue Suite 2200, Seattle, WA, 98104. Do it now and certainly before the deadline of Nov. 6.

Carl Dodrill

Scheid a fresh voice for City Council Like many other residents of Mercer Island, we have felt recently that we have not been well represented by some of the long-term members of

the City Council. It was not too long ago that we were being told by these people that tolling I-90 was a “done deal.” When a wave of protest began to build, these same people began changing their stories, offering us a series of mixed messages, variations of options for tolling residents of Mercer Island.

We thus welcomed the clarity and straightforward statements by Kevin Scheid, and have endorsed his candidacy to bring a fresh voice to this and the many other issues facing our city.

Ken and Carol Lottis

Scheid campaign piece is misleading I was surprised and discouraged to see the flyer from Kevin Scheid in my mail a few days ago attacking Dan Grausz by the use of quotes taken out of context and other distortions and misrepresentations.

I was at the Mercer lsland Rotary

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letters | FROM 6 lunch, which three of Dan’s quotes in the flyer were taken from. ln all cases, the quotes attributed to Dan were part of a larger, detailed and thoughtful answer that fully expounded the basis for Dan’s position. In no answer, can the quote attributed to Dan be taken out of that context and be treated as his only, limited answer to the question. That is especially evident in the first question “Why are you running for City Council,?” where Dan started his answer with a humorous comment (before explaining in detail all of his reasons) that Kevin want us to believe is the only reason Dan is running. Dan’s entire answers on City finances and Town Center development were similarly detailed and thoughtful Kevin’s deliberate distortion and attack mentality leads to the political dysfunction that Dan has worked so hard and so successfully during his 14 years on the Council to stop.

Finally, as Tea Party conservatives love to do, Mr. Scheid has accused Dan of voting for a myriad of tax increases. I understand that almost all of the socalled “tax hikes” were actually part of utility rates (not taxes) that have to be annually approved by the entire Council, and were supported by the two Councilmembers who have endorsed Kevin and are quoted in the flyer.

Others related to the voter-approved fire station replacement. The fact is that Dan’s fiscal skills have enabled our City to live within its means.

I am sure Islanders will recognize Mr. Scheid’s distortions for what they are and will not be deterred from re-electing Dan who has a record of civic accomplishments, skills, dedication and integrity that are unmatched. He has earned and deserves our votes.

Bob Olson

‘Good old boys’ network at work I have been surprised to see the letters from the “establishment” on the Island stating that we need to keep the “ good old boys” network together and reelect the incumbents! The recent mailing by the past Mayors association, which followed the letter from the current council members, that all would be lost if we did not re-elect the current

group were particularly discouraging.

New thoughtful blood on the council can only be a good thing! New ideas should be encouraged, not disparaged and attacked. If anything, these letters, and probably more to follow should be a wake up call for all Islanders!

We have enough hate mail coming during a general election, we do not need it during our Island elections.

Steve Travis

‘Big city’ politics arrive here In Seattle’s political races, the mud is flying. It’s refreshing that we Islanders typically conduct respectful public discourses. Big city politics arrived a few days ago, however, when I received City Council candidate Kevin Scheid’s attack flyer targeting Councilmember Dan Grausz. It appears that TeaParty-tinged attack messaging has come to our community. Attack campaigning undermines objective analysis by attempting to incite emotional responses to out-of-context quotes and subtle verbiage. This strategy is designed to instill distrust by sowing anger and/or fear in the electorate.

For example, Scheid’s attack piece on “Tolling” quotes Grausz as saying that Islanders are prepared to “pay their fair share”, implying that he supports tolling. This implication is inaccurate. What the flyer leaves out is the immediately preceding legislative testimony in which Grausz clearly reaffirmed the City’s opposition to tolling while astutely affirming the Legislature’s sole authority to set tolls. Grausz’s skillful acknowledgment of the obvious while underscoring the fair minded sensibilities of Island residents makes his opposition to tolling much more effective than a shrill, anti-government, “we won’t pay” rant.

Another example is a reference to “ten votes to raise taxes” that Grausz supposedly took in 2012. This is misleading too as one “tax increase” was an ordinance required to authorize the voter-approved fire station levy and another simply extended the utility tax to the City’s own utilities – something virtually every other local city does. Other “taxes” the flyer refers to were utility fees that must be approved

every year, mostly involving pass-through charges from Seattle and Metro.

Two of Scheid’s endorsing Councilmembers quoted in the flyer largely voted for all of these fees. Attack pieces ignore “fine points” such as these.

Dan Grausz has effectively served us for 14 years and while I may not agree with him on every issue I have never doubted his commitment to good government. Kevin Scheid, has no record of involvement with our city or school district instead resorting to attack ads to get elected. I value a proven public servant who effectively advocates for my family’s best interest. I’m voting for Dan. David Freiboth

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mands respect for his thoughtful approach to policy issues and always doing what he thinks is best for the community.

Scott Smith

Wong is leader Given the current craziness in “the other Washington,” I feel grateful to live in a community that attracts citizens such as Benson Wong to public service. Benson’s professional expertise, public service background and commitment to the community make him the best candidate for Mercer Island City Council Position 6.

With I-90 tolling, Town Center development, and school capacity issues facing the city, Benson’s leadership will be invaluable to the Council.

Sherry Burke

Wong dedicated to Wong knows community Island, schools Benson Wong will be a great City Councilmember.

He cares deeply about improving our community and has dedicated thousands of hours to public service.

I first met Benson when his hair was thick and my waist wasn’t. As young lawyers in the early 1980s, we helped run the King County Bar’s free neighborhood legal clinic program.

Benson is committed to ensuring that access to justice is available to people who cannot afford a lawyer.

Social justice is also important to Benson. He was on the legal team that overturned the conviction of Seattle resident Gordon Hirabayashi for resisting the forced internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the conviction in an infamous 1943 decision. In 1987, after six years of pro bono legal work, Benson and the other members of the defense team succeeded in persuading the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn Mr. Hirabayashi’s conviction.

I’ve had the pleasure of serving with Benson on the boards of the King County Bar Association and its Young Lawyers Division.

He’s currently the Vice Chair of the King County Bar Foundation which raises money to support legal aid programs and provide law school scholarships for minority students.

Benson’s character and attributes will serve us well on the City Council. He’s smart, he’s tireless, and he listens very well. He com-

Islanders have a great opportunity ahead this November to select Benson Wong for City Council. The Island has issues involving land use, parks, roads and public safety. He has the smarts, honesty and open attitude to getting things done right. He raised his family here on the Island

and knows our schools, library, shopping centers and roads. Support Benson Wong.

Jackie Der

Erwin works hard leaves ego at door I have known and worked with Rich Erwin for over 10 years and enthusiastically endorse him in his bid for City Council Position #6.

Rich consistently does his homework, puts in the hard work, follows through and gets results. Just one tangible example is the Southend Fire Station and Rich’s efforts toward having it approved. Most importantly, he doesn’t worry about who gets the credit. He’s a team player and knows how to leave his ego at the door.

These are the qualities we need on City Council.

We need to have confidence that once the excitement of the campaign is over, and it’s time to get down to business, our representatives have the ingenuity and tenacity required to take on the important challenges and get things done.

I have always believed that the best predictor of future behavior is past behavior.

That’s why I believe Rich Erwin is the person we need on the City Council.

William D. Hochberg

Voting ‘Yes’ on I-522 I plan to vote YES on Initiative-522 this week, the ballot measure to label genetically engineered foods here in Washington State. The new law would mean companies need to re-label their foods with a grace period of 18 months.

This measure gives us an opportunity to make food labels clearer and more accurate.

I don’t like misinformation. I was raised to think critically and to make up my own mind on everything from what I eat to what I wear. Unfortunately, right now there is no real way to know whether a food in the grocery store is genetically modified or not.

Without labeling, there is no choice, there is only one path, and for many of us it is a path that we don’t want to be on.

Sixty-four countries already label genetically engineered foods, and several other states have also recently passed labeling laws. Major food chain Whole Foods is planning to label regardless of the law.

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community it is.

Perhaps they can see the writing on the wall: consumers are smart, and they want to know what is in their food so that they can make their own choice in the matter.

The voice against the measure, led by big a group of big food corporations, is using fear tactics and saying that food prices will be higher and that labeling is difficult, which are both false. They have dumped millions of dollars into their slick advertising campaign to try and prevent Washington citizens from passing this measure.

The truth is that American food companies that sell to the EU and many Asian countries already label their GMO products for those markets.

Moreover, after Europe began labeling genetically engineered foods, David Byrne, former European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection of the European Parliament, stated that GMO labeling “did not result in increased costs, despite the horrifying predictions of some interests.”

We already label sugar levels, sodium levels, whether our salmon is wild or farm-raised, and GMO foods that need to be exported to any of the 64 countries that require labeling. These labels give shoppers the opportunity to choose for themselves which groceries they want to buy. Regardless of your opinion on the merits or lack thereof for genetically modified foods, we all go to the same grocery store, and having labels gives more information to those who want it. I believe that the people of Washington State are responsible and they can decide for themselves whether they care if they are eating GMO foods or not--but again, without the label, there are no choices for consumers.

Isn’t this the very definition of democracy: living in concert with each other and making adjustments for

those that live in our community side by side with us?

There is a large, growing voice that wants GMO labeling, and now is the time to make the adjustments on our food labels to accommodate those who want it.

I will be voting YES on I-522 when I receive my mail-in ballot this week

Amanda Clark, The Mercer Island League of Women Voters

Indecisiveness on guns unacceptable

A few days ago Councilman Dan Grausz and his opponent Ken Scheid were interviewed Tess Jones and asked about citizen’s initiative 594: background checks for all gun purchases which Mr. Grausz signed and strongly supports. Mr. Scheid’s response was that The Mercer Island he had not yet decided League of Women Voters because while he agreed would like to thank the City with background checks, Council and School Board he also wants to protect candidates for attending the the Second Amendment. voters’ forum held October This indecisiveness on 8, and thank KUOW’s such an important matter Bill Radke for serving as to the safety of our commoderator. The League is a munity is unacceptable and groundless. strong believA criminal er in educatbackground ing voters on check prior issues and Send your letters to: to purchase candidates editor@mi-reporter.com of a gun in no and feels that way infringes Keep it courteous, under such forums on any400 words and sign provide a one’s Second your name. service, givAmendment ing an opporrights; it tunity for only serves candidates to express their views as well as Mercer to keep firearms out of the Islanders to ask questions of hands of those with no right to bear arms. their candidates.

These forums don’t just Erik R Swenson, MD happen--they take a lot of hard work and coordination by many people. Although not cited in last week’s Reporter article, this year’s forum was co-sponsored In 1982, The One Minute by the League of Women Leader hit the bestseller list.

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which means you have to be at peace with yourself for a start.

3. A feeling of special responsibility for envisioning a future that‘s different from the present.

4. A hunch that most risks are there not to be avoided but to be taken.

5. A mindset that crises are normal, tension and complexity is fun.

6. A realization that paranoia and self-pity is the province of those who do not want to be leaders.

7. A sense of personal responsibility for the general outcome of your efforts.

8. A quality of “unwarranted optimism” – the conviction that there must be some more upbeat outcome than would result from adding up the available expert advice.

Generalist means that there is no roadmap to mastery. The people who become leaders are those whose concern exceeds their egos. They simply get with it, do something that has not been done before and have fun doing it. Their overriding concern is with the outcome of their efforts.

If you are one of these folks, you are likely to be a clarifier, definer, implementer, who is inclined to fight off the very vast majority who do not want the problem solved.

You will be counted among the movers, who galvanize and catalyze the social morale, showing others what they can be at their best.

Becoming a leader is not easy. It is wrenching, demanding and often traumatic.

As you mature, you learn how to go around or get around in the bureaucracies, how to outwit the hostage takers, hoodwink the analysts and suffer the fiscal scolds. You learn that relationships are important and that everyone works together. You learn to persuade, not confront. You introduce your ideas by skillfully attributing them to others. (“What I hear you all saying is …”).

All this is the easy part.

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breadth is the hard part.

The generalist must learn disparate facts and knowledge and fashion all of it into coherent strategies.

No one person can know enough to send a team of astronauts to the moon.

Many different types must come together to accomplish the shared objective.

It is all integrated: everything is related to everything. The leader knows what is most important is to “Think Globally, Act Locally.”

It is not easy, but it is exciting and fulfilling, and leaders know that the exhilaration exceeds the exhaustion.

Ask President Barack Obama.

C. F. Baumgartner

Gas costs less at Cle Elum On Friday, Oct. 11, I drove through Cle Elum, Wash., via I-90, where I found regular gas prices, at a Safeway and an independent station across the road, that were much less what we get charged here on Mercer Island.

A big tanker was at one station, unloading fuel into two 5,500 gallon tanks nearby. I asked the friendly driver where he was coming from, and what it cost to drive to Cle Elum and deliver the gas. He knew exactly what it cost: about $700 for the trip including his salary. That works out to be about $0.07 per gallon for 11,000 gallons delivered to Cle Elum.

If any reader does the math, Mercer Islanders are getting gouged by what I understand is “zone pricing.”

Why doesn’t the Reporter ask the Council candidates if they would enact an ordinance requiring compliance with Cle Elum prices and see what happens statewide?

It would be a “fuss” that would be fun to stir up.

Don Gulliford

Your vote: make it count Count yourself in during this election; watch your mailbox for general election ballots. Most Islanders should have received their votes this past weekend, King County Elections ballots have been mailed for the Nov. 5 general election. Voters’ pamphlets are mailed separately by bulk mail and may arrive on a different day than ballots. All households will receive two voters’ pamphlets for this election, the state edition and the King County local edition.

“Voters can mark and return their ballots starting the day they receive them,” said Sherrill Huff, Elections Director.

“Getting ballots back early gives voters extra time in case there are any problems with their signatures. It also helps us save taxpayers money since processing is more efficient when ballots come in ahead of the election day deadline.”

Voters can return ballots by mail with a first class stamp, postmarked

by Nov. 5, or by 8 p.m.

Nov. 5 to any of 25 locations, including ballot drop-off boxes, drop off vans, and Accessible Voting Centers.

Drop-off locations now include 12 scheduled drop vans (up from three last year) to provide better service for voters.

There are also ten 24hour drop boxes. Drop boxes are open 24 hours/ day until 8 p.m. Nov. 5, vans will be staffed from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 2 and Nov. 4, and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on election day, Nov. 5.

Voters’ pamphlets are available online, at Seattle and King County libraries, and at the Elections office, 919 S.W. Grady Way, Renton.

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The Washington State PTA held its annual Legislative Assembly this past weekend (October 18-19 at the SeaTac Marriott Hotel). One of the purposes of the assembly was to debate and ultimately vote upon education platform issues which had been identified and ranked by individual school districts.

Surprisingly, the top ranked platform issue identified throughout the State of Washington this year was 'Background Checks for Gun Purchases'.

Teachers, K-12 students, parents and community members gave this issue an average rank of 4.7 (5 being the highest score) for the entire State of Washington.

Mercer Island School District respondents gave it even a higher average score of 4.9.

The numbers suggest that many through— and out Washington­ on Mercer Island, want background checks for all gun purchases.

“The numbers don't lie,” said Islander Cornelia Swenson, who has been active with ‘Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.’ “But our politicians simply haven't gotten the message.”

To find out more, go to Washington State PTA Survey results, at this link: http://www.wastatepta. org/meetings/leg_assembly/index.html.

School briefs Islander Middle School Ski Swap is next weekend The annual Islander Middle School Ski Swap is a fabulous event, providing the opportunity for people in the greater Seattle area to consign and shop for gently used gear and apparel at great prices.

In addition to snow-sports gear and apparel, we are now accepting other sporting goods.

Sturtevant’s of Bellevue has been a long-time sponsor, providing a wide variety of new snow sports clothing and gear as well as valuable support for the sale.

Established in 1984 by Islander Middle School PTSA, the Swap is an important fundraiser for our students and teachers. It also provides a valuable service for our greater community and largely relies on volunteers as well as your consignments and donations. We need your help to make it successful.

The 2013 Ski Swap Schedule: •Wednesday, Oct. 30, between 3 and 6:30 p.m. consignment drop-off • Friday, Nov. 1, between 3 and 7 p.m. consignment drop-off • Saturday, Nov 2, Regular sale hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• The Half-Price Sale is Saturday afternoon, between 3 and 4 p.m.

‘Band Together’ event to benefit school band programs The Mercer Island Band Boosters are holding a fundraiser to help raise money to help pay for

the MIHS marching band camp held each summer.

The event is between 7:30 and 11:30 p.m., Saturday, November 16, at the Mercer Island Community and Events Center.

Island band leader and musician, Dave Bentley will be swingin’ with special musical guest, the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra on the bass trombone. Other band directors and special guests are planning to sit in as well.

The adults-only event is open to all band families of musician in grades 5-12, along with band alumni and the community. For tickets go to http://misbb. wordpress.com/donate/ buy-tickets/. The event is limited to 300 people.

Seattle College Fair set for Nov. 8 and 9 The Seattle National College Fair will be held on Friday, November 8 at the Washington State Convention Center & Trade Center in Seattle, from 9 a.m. until noon and Saturday, November 9 from noon until 4 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public.

As the process of applying to and selecting a college becomes more and more competitive and complex, students and parents need all the help and information they can get. Attending a college fair is the best way to gather information about colleges and universities.

The Fair program provides valuable resources for students and parents attempting to navigate the college-admission process.

The fair allows students and parents to meet one-on-one with admission representatives from a wide range of national and international, public and private, two-year and four-year colleges and universities. Participants will learn about admission requirements, financial aid, course offerings, and campus environment, as well as other information pertinent to the collegeselection process.

At the fair’s counseling center, students and parents can discuss their individual needs with college experts.

Now in its 41st year, the National College Fair program annually helps more than 675,000 students and families nationwide explore their options for higher education.

In addition to the National College Fairs program, NACAC also holds Performing and Visual Arts College Fairs.

For a complete schedule, visit www.nationalcollegefairs.org.

Students are encouraged to register prior to attending the event. Register online at www.gotomyncf. com.

For more information about the Seattle National College Fair, including directions, a list of colleges and tips for preparing for the fair, is available on the at nacacnet.org or by calling 800 822-6285.

Runners head back to NYC to run for Camp Korey Runners thwarted last year when marathon was cancelled Reporter Staff

40 local runners including Pat Ogawa and Michael Wampold from Mercer Island are determined to raise funds and awareness for Carnation’s Camp Korey this year at the New York City Marathon, Nov. 3. Last year, Hurricane Sandy cancelled the marathon due to the severe flooding and damage to city infrastructure from high winds and rain.

“Team Korey” seeks to raise awareness and funds for Camp Korey in Carnation. The camp is named in honor of Korey Rose, a teen who ldied of bone cancer at age 18, Camp Korey helps thousands of children restore their childhood through therapeutic recreation. Children who participate live with illnesses such as mitochondrial disease, cerebral palsy and craniofacial differences.

Often time spent with other campers is the only time when they’re surrounded by children with similar conditions.

Over the past five years, the team has raised more than $800,000 in support of Camp Korey through running, cycling, climbing and other athletic and community events. Funds raised help to provide the opportunity for more children living with these life alter-

ing conditions to attend Camp Korey.

Last year, Team Korey members, along with thousands of other runners, were unable to participate in the New York City Marathon due to the cancellation caused by Hurricane Sandy. However, the team chose to stay in New York to help provide relief to those affected by the storm. Team Korey also helped to organize a small race in Central Park to give those who had trained for months an opportunity to run. Given the cancellation of last year’s event, the team is especially thrilled to be a part of this year’s marathon and to represent the Camp Korey family.

To date, Team Korey has raised nearly $145,000 toward this year’s goal of $180,000 before race day.

Funds raised will help Camp Korey serve more than 3,000 children, at no cost to their families, this year alone.

For more information, go to www.campkorey.org.

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ARREST: A 36-year-old Seattle woman was arrested Tuesday at 4:07 p.m. after being stopped in the 7600 block of North Mercer Way for traffic offenses and multiple warrants. The suspect was transported to Tukwila and taken into custody by the Federal Way police department.

Friday | 18 COLLISION: A car rear-ended another vehicle at a stop sign on S.E. 40th Street, approaching 90th Ave S.E. A witness to the collision claimed that the offending vehicle did

not attempt to stop because the driver’s brake lights were not illuminated. The driver claimed that she had dropped a pack of gum and reached to retrieve it. She did not see the other vehicle stop. The owner of the stopped vehicle was transported to Overlake ER to evaluate her neck pain. Both vehicles were towed.

PROPERTY FOUND: An individual found a suitcase hidden off the trail of 7600 S.E. 34th Street. After opening the suitcase, the individual found clothing covered in mold and no identification information.

The suitcase was turned into found property, and will be destroyed because of unsafe conditions.

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Alma Raleigh Harris

August 1921 to October 2013 Mrs. Alma R. Harris, widowed since 1981, went to be with her late husband and daughter on October 2, 2013.

Mrs. Harris loved her children and cherished the time she spent with them.

During her lifetime Mrs. Harris travelled extensively with her husband, the late Dr. Robert E. Harris, Sr., as well as her children throughout and across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia, and in the Caribbean. As an example of her youthful spirit, she took a hot air balloon ride with her son on her 65th birthday.

Mrs. Harris is survived by Victoria A. Coleman and her son Adrian R. Lane; the Honorable Diana Harris Epps, her husband Leon R. Epps, Jr. and their two children Kahlil H. Epps and Elon H. Epps; and Robert E. Harris, Jr. and his wife Lisa D. Wirackowski-Harris.

In lieu of cards, flowers or gifts, donations can be made in honor of Alma R. Harris to the Casey House, 6001 Muncaster Rd., Rockville, MD 20855.

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Norma Besser Rowe

Norma passed away October 10, 2013, in Bellevue at the age of 90. She was born on February 13, 1923, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the daughter of Germano Jr. and Anita Besser.

She married the love of her life, Keith M. Rowe on June 3, 1951 and they were married until his passing in 1983. As a young woman, Norma worked at Braniff Airlines until the birth of their first child. She and Keith moved to Brookfield, Wisconsin in 1961 where they lived until finally settling on Mercer Island in 1967.

Norma was an extraordinary woman who enjoyed a full life.

She was an avid golfer and gardener who loved to cook, and often hosted dinner parties. She spoke several languages and travelled extensively throughout the world. Travelling, along with the opera, were her greatest pleasures. She served on the Seattle Opera Board for many years and was very involved in the Opera Guild.

She was a loving, engaged, and proud mother. She never missed her son’s wrestling matches or daughters’ swim meets, and was always ready to bake treats for school or sew a costume.

She is survived by her son, Michael Rowe (Tina Rowe); daughters Theresa (Rowe) Clements (Dan Clements), and Sharon (Rowe) Peters; and eight loving grandchildren (Matthew, Michelle, Kelly, Caitlin, Samantha, Nicholas, Gabrielle and Sophia).

Memorial Services will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on Mercer Island at 2pm on Saturday, October 26. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Seattle Children’s Hospital Foundation (PO Box 5371, Seattle,WA 98145-5005) in her honor.

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Three women work as team, steal wallet Three women entered a business on Friday, Oct. 18, at 77th Avenue S.E., at 6:20 p.m. Two of the women kept the employees distracted while the other entered the office and stole an employee’s wallet. The contents of the wallet included a driver’s license, health insurance card, several debit cards and a credit card.

DUI: A 22-year-old Seattle man was pulled over at 2 a.m., Saturday morning, after failing to use his signal in the 9400 block of westbound I-90. Police detected the smell of intoxicants, and when asked to perform a standard field sobriety test, he failed.

The man was arrested and processed with BAC readings of 0.113. After processing, he was released to a sober friend.

Grant will pay for restoration in S.E. 53rd Street open space For the second year, Parks and Recreation staff applied for, and received, an in-kind grant from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources Urban and Community Forestry Program (DNR). The grant provides no-cost services of a Washington Conservation Corps crew to remove invasive plants in the 53rd Street Open Space for up to four weeks

Sheriff wants multi-lingual officers, Peace Corps experience King County Sheriff John Urquhart announced this week that the Sheriff ’s

Judie Phillips

Judie Phillips passed on October 12, 2013 after a ten year battle with breast cancer.You might find her now tending God’s rose garden. Born in Norfolk, Virginia on the first day of spring, March 20, 1940, to Cmdr. Charles Phillips, USN and his wife, June Neely Phillips.

Judie was a class officer and proud member of the first graduating class of Mercer Island High School in 1958. A graduate of the University of Washington in 1962, she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. Judie worked at Frederick and Nelson Department Store for ten years, represented the University of Washington on their college fashion board and completed executive training to become an assistant buyer. She returned to school to earn a teaching certificate from Seattle University and later received a Master’s of Education degree in 1968. Twenty-eight years were spent teaching in Seattle Public Schools, including: R.H. Thomson, Catherine Blaine, and Ingraham High School. She belonged to The Junior Club of Seattle, was chairperson of the Seattle Symphony’s Symphonics, a member of the National Ski Patrol, an American Association of University Women board member in Anacortes, WA, and served on the board of the Skagit Valley Rhododendron Society Komo Kulshan. Judie was a member of the Woodinville Garden Club and her garden was featured on their 2005 tour.

An avid traveler which included dozens of cruises, numerous trips to the Kona coast of Hawaii, a camera safari to Africa, a flight to Paris on the Concord, and ending with an amazing trip around the world with National Geographic.

Roses were Judie’s passion. She was co-founder of the Skagit Valley Rose Society, past president of the Seattle Rose Society, and co-president of Heritage Roses NW. She was an American Rose Society Certified Horticulture Rose Judge and a Master Consulting Rosarian. Judie was honored by the Seattle Rose Society with a Bronze Medal Award for service, the American Rose Society gave her a Presidential Award of Merit, plus the Pacific Northwest District recognized her as the Outstanding Consulting Rosarian for the 2012 year.

At Judie’s request there will be no formal service. She will be laid to rest at Grand View Cemetery in Anacortes, Washington with her parents, next to her grandparents, Lottie and Lee Neely, and near her Uncle Gene Neely.

Remembrances may be sent to Evergreen Hospice, Kirkland WA. 903685

in June 2014 as part of the Urban Forestry Restoration Project.

The Urban Forestry Restoration Project, administered by the DNR, is an opportunity to enhance the capacity of cities to manage tree resources using DNR crews. Over a four-week period next June, a DNR crew will work in the ravine of S.E. 53rd Open Space that was subject of preliminary restoration work this year.

The crew will “search and destroy” infestations of English ivy, Himalayan blackberry and other invasive weeds. This work will contribute to the initial

investment the city made in reducing invasive plant populations in this sector and it is consistent with the Open Space Vegetation Management Plan.

Last year, the same program provided three weeks of invasive removal in Pioneer Park’s Northwest Quadrant.

The grant requires an interlocal agreement, delineating the city’s responsibilities of putting out a press release, providing disposal of collected plant materials, and reporting on the project to DNR annually for three years.

Office will now list the ability to speak languages other than English and two years of experience serving in a foreign country while in the Peace Corps as “desirable qualities” in its hiring practices.

As part of this new initiative, candidates meeting the new criteria will get an extra ten percent boost to their civil service scores, potentially vaulting them ahead of other candidates in the Sheriff ’s Office hiring pool.

“A police department can only be successful if it is a mirror of the community,” said Sheriff John Urquhart.

“This new policy will help me create a Sheriff ’s Office more reflective of the diversity and commitment to service King County has to offer.”

Candidates will also receive a ten percent boost to their final civil service score if they speak a language other than English that is spoken in King County.

Wallace Ringstad Soli

Wallace Ringstad Soli died on September 29, 2013, at Briarwood Health Center in Issaquah,WA, where he had enjoyed living for several years. Born to Arthur and Margaret Soli on October 15, 1919, in Everett, Wally graduated from Everett High in 1938. He attended the University of Washington (taking time off to work in Alaska), where he belonged to the Phi Delta Theta fraternity, rowed on Varsity Crew, and met Grace Wagner, whom he married in January 1944.

Wally served as a Navy ship captain in the Pacific during WWII after which he returned to Seattle. In the mid-fifties, Wally went to work for Container Corporation of America and moved with his family to Mercer Island, where he was active in Emmanuel Episcopal Church and the Boy Scouts. In 1964, the family relocated to Southern California, first to San Marino and then to Newport Beach.

Wally and Grace enjoyed an active retirement: playing tennis, hiking, golfing, biking, boating, and traveling in their RV, often with one or more grandchildren in tow. Grace died in 2004, two months after they celebrated their 60th anniversary. A year later Wally moved back to Mercer Island, greatly enjoying long walks and the beauty of his surroundings until his health required greater assistance.

The Episcopal Church remained a constant in Wally’s life since junior high, when he left the Lutheran church his family attended because the local Episcopalians had a better basketball program and better hymns. In the 1950s Wally helped raise funds to build Emmanuel Episcopal. In the 80s he set up a Stephen Ministries outreach program for his church in Newport Beach.

Wally was the last of five siblings and their spouses. He is survived by three children: Bart,Todd (Lori), and Margaret (Herschel); five grandsons: Nat, Nick (Roz), Jordan, Gunnar (Ahna), and Cole; his former daughter-in-law Lisa; and, many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service, followed by a reception, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. SE, Mercer Island.

Wally managed to find joy nearly every day. Besides his family, he loved God, music, nature, children, wordplay and physical activity. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Emmanuel Episcopal Church or to any organization that benefits children would be appreciated.

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Ethan | FROM 1 feet away. There were Ethan loves baseball and a number of other staff really all sports, his father members who also knew explained. He plays socCPR who were nearby. All cer, skis and of course, has three campers received an Xbox. He has become CPR within a minute involved in theater. His and all three of camp’s father noted that Ethan Automated External likes to mentor others — Defibrillators or AEDs, and likely that is what he were put into use shortly was doing with the chilthereafter. dren with him on the playThe actions by the staff field when the accident saved the three. happened.

The two younger chilThe family faces extreme dren were hospitalized, medical bills in the years but were not badly hurt ahead, bills that have and and have now recovered. will continue to dramatiHowever, Ethan suffered cally exceed the cap of a traumatic brain injury. available insurance coverEven with the use of CPR age. The family also faces and the AED device, it the cost of modifying their took quite a while home to prepare to get Ethan’s heart for Ethan’s arrival to start beating on back home. its own, his father “The hospital said. He has not has not shown us spoken or moved a bill yet,” Scott since the accident.

Kadish said. “I They do not think they are as know what he focussed as we are can see or hear or Ethan Kadish on his recovery understand. and want us to be, “The last day I too.” heard him speak was when Ethan still has a long we said goodbye when we way to go in his road to took him to camp,” he said. recovery. Since the acciEthan’s father believes dent, doctors say the that his son was not eighth-grader has been directly hit by the pulse of trapped in a body that’s electricity. He did not have “barely responsive.” any burns.

His parents say, howEthan has been in the ever, that their son is still hospital for 16 weeks. He there. They are sure they turned 13 there in mid- have seen some improveJuly. His older brother ment.

Zak, 16, and friends perHis therapies are focused formed his bar Mitzvah at on arm, leg and mouth the hospital while Ethan movements designed to was nearby. help with establishing new Ethan also has a young- sensory connections wither sister Elyse who is 10. in his brain.

He requires 24-hours-a“Through this whole day care and is undergoing experience, Ethan has extensive physical, speech, been there. He has looked occupational and physical like Ethan,’’ Alexia Kadish therapy to begin his recov- has said, adding that the ery. The family with the progress has been slow, help of a team of volun- but there has been progteers, is helping to reno- ress. vate the family home in Laura Berger is a famtime for the boy to come ily friend who helps coorhome on Nov. 6. dinate the more than

400 volunteer members of Team Ethan, a group formed to help the family. She said volunteers will help as long as needed.

“I’m a nice person, you are a nice person, but honestly there are no nicer people, no nicer of a family than the Kadish family,’’ said Berger, who considers the Kadish kids part of her own family. “They are the truest friends you will ever have.”

Berger said that for years Ethan’s mother coordinated a program called Family on Call at Children’s Hospital to help Jewish families with ill kids who came to town for treatment. Just a few months before Ethan’s accident, she stepped down from the program.

“We’ve always said this will be done on Ethan time,’’ his dad Scott Kadish said. “It is not a race, it is not even a marathon. This is an ultra marathon.

“We are here to support him, the community has been incredible to support him and us,’’ he continued.

“But the heavy lifting will really be done by Ethan, no one else; what Ethan does will be on Ethan’s timeline.’’

How to Help • ‘Like’ Ethan’s Facebook page: www.facebook. com/jointeamethan • Go to Team Ethan Web Page: www.jointeamethan.org • To help the family pay Ethan’s medical bills, go to HelpHOPELive page: http://bit.ly/hhl_ ethankadish

Above right, Ethan, his sister Elyse and brother Zak pose on Ethan’s first day of camp in mid-June.

Kadish family photos

Above left, Ethan Kadish just before a home run hit in May. Right, the Kadish family from left, Zak, Alexia, Elyse, Ethan and Scott at a Cincinnati Reds game on May 24 this year.

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It started when a parent rented a garden plot in the pea patch at the Mercer Island community center.

Harvesting pumpkins is now a 15-year tradition for Mercer Island Learning Lab preschoolers and their parents.

“We’ve been coming up every year for 15 years,” said Judy Witmer, teacher. “We plant in the spring ... we plant pumpkins, beans and sunflowers, and harvest it.

Parents and kids come up and weed in the summer.”

The Mercer Island Learning Lab is a cooperative preschool that invites parent involvement in the classroom, citing research showing that “meaningful parent involvement in school is one of the most powerful predictors of successful student achievement.”

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Top, Esme, 4, a Mercer Island Learning Lab preschooler, chooses her pumpkin. Middle, a child runs along the hillside on the way to the community center pea patch with her class.

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I went into the doctor and had a mammogram, which showed a mass.

The doctor performed a biopsy, and I was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2005. I was in my early 60s, and I made the decision to have a mastectomy.

I talked to my doctor about my treatment options. I wanted to understand the differences in surgery and treatment for a lumpectomy versus a mastectomy.

Opting for a lumpectomy meant six weeks of radiation as follow-up.

A mastectomy meant five years of Tamoxifen as follow-up. I was going to have to drive into town every day for six weeks if I chose to have a lumpectomy. I just felt that was a waste of my time.

My strength through surgery, recovery and treatment comes from being a pretty positive person. I have never, never for a second, thought I didn’t do the right thing for me. It wasn’t that tough of decision. I’m that kind of person.

I worked in the gift shop at Group Health in Factoria for years and met many breast cancer survivors. A big part of my strength when I was diagnosed with breast cancer came from knowing that I wasn’t going to die, because I remembered all the people I‘ve met over the years who have survived the disease.

I love the Komen Puget Sound Race

for the Cure, and I have a race team I know from Group Health. Being at the Race and on a team is a great source of camaraderie and support. The good work that Komen does means so much.

Something as simple as a Komen grant that helps a survivor keep her lights on during treatment means one less worry for that survivor.

If someone said to me that breast cancer won’t happen to them or that getting a mammogram can wait, well they would hear a sweet lecture from me about why they should go, now. When you’re at the age you should have one, than you should have one. I always feel better after the results, being the positive person I am.

To someone who has just been diagnosed, I don’t know what I would say. I don’t think it would be, “I’m sorry to hear the news.” If this someone was standing in front of me, I’d just give them a big hug and tell them how long I’ve been a survivor. I would tell them to be strong.

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Results

Mercer Island City Council A City Government That Works: During Dan’s Tenure on the Council, Our City Has: ✔ Acquired Luther Burbank Park ✔ Built the Community Center Providing a Full Range of ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Senior and Family Programming Developed an Effective Strategy to Stop Tolling Added Pedestrian and Bike Shoulders on the Mercers Developed an Emergency Water Supply Designated a Site for a Future Youth Theatre Northwest Instituted Walk Off Parking in Town Center Buildings Added Engstrom and Other Open Spaces Maintained Islander Access to HOV Lanes Facilitated Construction of the PEAK Updated Town Center Development Code Maintained its Very Favorable Bond Rating Enacted Law to Stop Underage Drinking Parties Created Affordable Housing Incentives Built Numerous Trails and Restored Others Joined a Regional Emergency Dispatch System Began Using our Firefighters to Provide Emergency Transfers Added Turf Fields at High School, South Mercer Playfields and Island Crest Park Kept Tax Hikes to a Minimum Level Provided Funding to Keep Mary Wayte Pool Open Revitalized Pioneer Park After Tree Disease Added/Rebuilt Multiple Playgrounds including at Luther Burbank, Dragon Park, Mercerdale Increased City Funding for School Counselors Authorized the New South End Fire Station Started Communities that Care Program Secured Funding to Meet our Fire Equipment Needs for the Next 25 Years Worked with Citizens to Establish the Farmers Market Secured a 50-year Water Supply Contract Doubled the Park & Ride Lot Size Gained Voter Approval of Increased Park and Recreation Funding Implemented Environmental Sustainability Programs

People Wanting to Ensure that Our City Continues to Get the Best Results Tom Wright Bryan Cairns Stowe Sprague Richard Sprague Bruce Bassett Cynthia Howe John Howe Kirk Dawson Walt Ingram Yvonne Willard Nancy Spaeth Dan Thompson Carolyn Boatsman Mark Boatsman John Dunne Bruce Allenbaugh Margaret Amory John Frazier John Oppenheimer Ellen Hill John Gordon Hill Ken Glass Frank Morrison Erik Rasmussen Karen Jones Jeff Tilden Anne Fox Alan Merkle Dave McCann Bill Hochberg Jim Stanton Dana Isherwood Bob Olson Stephen Sirianni Terry Storms Janet Dindia Pat Paulich Steve Oaks Susan Kaplan Hank Kaplan Sue Cairns Pat Braman Dan Braman Don Braman Koni Braman Marcie Maxwell Lisa Strauch-Eggers Peter Orser Angela Stewart Don Cohen Barby Cohen Beth Brennan Tami Szerlip Daphne Kelley David Freiboth Nancy Hardwick Dick Karnes Rob Boksem Katinka Boksem Jordan Friedman Meredith Lehr

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Island brothers both nationally ranked by USA Judo

By Jason Cruz

Special to the Reporter

“It was really cool.”

This was the reason 11-year-old Tegan Yuasa started practicing judo.

He knew that his grandfather practiced judo, and had watched videos on YouTube of the martial art/ sport that involves a variety of throws and taking an opponent to the ground. At the time, the then 7-yearold from Mercer Island was fascinated with judo and wanted to check it out.

Since Tegan was going to try it, his father, Mark, asked Tegan’s older brother Taylan whether he wanted to try it as well. Taylan, who was 12 at the time, agreed to come along. The two boys have been “glued to it” ever since, said their father. Now in their fourth year practicing the sport, both have done well in local and national competitions and are nationally ranked. Taylan is 15th in the nation in the toughest of the youth divisions, according to USA Judo.

Tegan is ranked third in the nation in his weight division. Both boys belong to the Budokan Judo Club in Seattle.

This past summer, Taylan and Tegan traveled to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to the 2013 Junior U.S. Open of Judo tournament, where over 650 competitors

from more than 20 countries competed. Taylan, a junior at Mercer Island High School, placed second in the Juvenile below 50 kilogram division and third place in the IJF Junior below 55 kilogram division. Tegan, a 5th grader at West Mercer Elementary School, took first place in the Intermediate 2 Division ages 10-11 28 kilogram weight class and third place in the Gold Score Tournament below 34 kilograms.

“As individuals, each brother has their special gift,” stated Budokan Judo instructor Calvin Terada, “whether it’s Tegan’s ability to quickly learn new techniques and adapt to each opponent or Taylan’s sheer drive and tenacity to give 110 percent during each and every match.” Terada added, “Both brothers have the dedication and commitment to the sport that makes them each champions at their level.”

Despite the amount of throws to the ground and choke holds included in Judo, Terada explains that the martial art is safe for young children. “Judo is a world sport that was developed originally as an athletic program in Japan and so it is a very safe sport for boys and girls of all ages,” he said, adding that Judo “upholds the values of

After 28-13 lead Islanders suffer first KingCo loss Liberty takes charge in fourth quarter

Ogata commended Liberty’s physical play and mentioned it may have caused problems for the Islanders, Ogata stressed

By Joseph Livarchik his team must keep their jlivarchik@mi-reporter.com focus on getting better After leading 21-13 going forward. at halftime and 28-13 in “You have to compete the third quarter, Mercer the whole game,” said Island struggled to conOgata in a phone call. “We tain the running game of have to prepare better, the Liberty Patriots, losing from the coaches on down 35-28. The loss marked to the players.” the Islanders’ first loss in Junior Quarterback KingCo 3A/2A play, dropAlfonso Gonzalez struck ping the Islanders to 4-2 first for the Islanders, on the season and 4-1 in throwconference ing for a play.

70-yard Despite touchtrailing most down to of the game, Alex Bell.

Liberty would Gonzalez not go away. also rushed Behind junior for a 1-yard Coach Brett Ogata about r u n n i n g the Islanders’ next game t o u c h back Russell d o w n , Boston, the while Jack Patriots stormed back in Counihan and Kyle Hsu the second half, finishalso ran in touchdowns ing the game with three for the Islanders. unanswered touchdowns.

Spirits were high at halfBoston, which rushed for time. With the Islanders three touchdowns in the leading 21-13, fans were game, reached the end treated to “All Island Band zone twice in the fourth Night,” a performance feaquarter on a 27-yard run turing the 700 students of and a 67-yard run for the the Mercer Island School go-ahead score.

District’s band program, While Coach Brett with students from grades

“It’s not so much about Mt. Si. It’s about us getting better.”

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Brothers Tegan and Taylan Yuasa of Mercer Island pose with their medals at a recent tournament. After just four years in the sport, both are ranked nationally with USA Judo. developing individual discipline, showing respect, and working together as a family or community.”

The eldest Yuasa brother, Taylan, loves the sport of Judo “because it’s so dynamic, such as the throws and the chokes.” He sees himself continuing to compete and hopes to have

a chance at participating in the Olympics. “2020,” Taylan stated without hesitation, when the Summer Olympics will be held in Tokyo, Japan.

Jason Cruz is a reporter for the Northwest Asian Weekly. Reprinted by permission.

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The Liberty sideline reacts after a Mercer Island fourth down measurement comes up short of the first down marker. The Patriots scored the winning touchdown on the next play, winning 35-28.

5-12 sharing the field.

A quick start followed by a second-half scare has become all too familiar for Mercer Island. In their previous matchup against

Upcoming Playoffs: Islanders sports Volleyball events The 2013 • Wednesday, Oct. 23 Girls Soccer @ Ballard, 3:30 p.m.

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• Friday, Oct. 25th Volleyball vs. Seattle Prep, 3:45 p.m.

Football @ Mount Si, 7 p.m.

Lake Sammamish State Park, on Oct. 31st. The top five teams from District 2 and the top 25 individuals will advance to the state meet.

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Volleyball vs. Mount Si, 5:30 p.m.

SeaKing District 2 3A Volleyball tournament will be at Chief Sealth High School and Juanita High School Nov. 7th and 9th. Twelve teams will compete for one of five spots to advance. Winners will go on to the state championships November 15th and 16th at Saint Martin’s University and Timberline High School in Lacey. The twelve teams will feature four from the Kingco Conference and eight from Metro League.

High School Stadium.

The Wildcats, coming off their first loss of the year to Bellevue, are also 4-1 in conference play and hold a 6-1 record on the year.

“We just need to keep our focus,” Ogata said. “It’s not so much about Mount Si. It’s about us getting better.”

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Juanita, the Islanders jumped ahead 17-0 and led 24-7 at halftime. Juanita stormed back in the second half before the Islanders prevailed 31-25.

Next up for the Islanders is a conference battle for second place with Mount Si Friday at Mount Si

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Mercer Island musicians of all ages gathered from all of the Island Schools gathered on the field on the field at Islander Stadium last Friday night to show their stuff in front o fa large hometown crowd at halftime during the football game where the Islanders lost to Liberty High School

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Farewell, Mercer Island ativity, service, and everyday life, both here and abroad.

Veterans included David Beyl, a Navy commander stationed in Antarctica to oversee the recovery effort of crashed military transport planes; Brandon Parks, an Army sergeant

By Rebecca Mar From my first byline to who served in Iraq before my last interview, I have he became a Los Angeles had the privilege of meet- police officer; Dave Rosen, a Marine who was ing people from all sent to Somalia; walks of life as they and Roy Mays, have shared their a World War II stories and perMarine who was spectives with me. stationed on a It started six battleship in the years ago with Pacific when the an article titled, flag was raised on “Barcelona band Mount Suribachi, has Mercer Island Rebecca Mar Iwo Jima, which roots.” When I became the inspicame to the Mercer Island Reporter in August ration for “Flags Of Our of 2007, I had just gradu- Fathers.”

Military members includated from college with a bachelor’s degree in English. ed Christie Plackis, an I had spent that summer Army ROTC cadet at Fort searching and praying for a Lewis, and Mercer Island Fire Chief Chris Tubbs’ job like this one.

Early on, feature articles son, Zach a and human-interest stories Tubbs, became my forte, along Marine who in with my other duties as served both office coordinator and Afghanistan before being reporter.

As I reflect on those a s s i g n e d Camp stories, memory takes me to back to the quaint white Pendleton.

John and Polly Lindberg, house hidden from view along North Mercer Way a delightful couple at where I met the first vet- Covenant Shores, shared eran who I would write the story of their lifelong about, Huston Riley. Mr. romance for a Valentine’s Riley, now deceased, was Day article.

Ang Chhiring Sherpa the D-Day soldier in the surf, on Omaha Beach, in undertook the Seven Robert Capa’s LIFE maga- Summits Expedition to help a Himayalan village. zine photograph.

Fran Call, a retired junior They were stories of Mercer Islanders’ courage, high teacher, was honored compassion, sacrifice, cre- as an Island citizen of the year who completed four bicycle trips across the United States and Canada with groups of students in the 1970s. They were known as the Cyclemates.

There were the Lin sisters, Annie and Melissa, CITY OF MERCER ISLAND Mercer Island students who

Rebecca Mar is leaving after six eventful years at the Mercer Island Reporter

performed with the Chinese Arts & Music Association.

Dr. Bob Lewis ventured to North Korea with a British tour group.

“Missionary mechanic keeps planes flying for Bible translation” was written about Lloyd Marsden, a Mercer Island High School graduate and a longtime missionary in Papua New Guinea.

Robin Schmidt, a former flight attendant, coordinated ‘Mail Call For Our Heroes’ for two Island schools.

Among notable pets who made headlines were Nile, Mindy Stern’s cat who retrieved mail; a lost dog, Kerie, who was reunited with her owner; and Smokey Joe, a stray cat rescued by a grandmother, Ginna Seese.

Kenton Pies, the artist who created the 1965 dragon in Deane’s Children’s Park, was commissioned to design and build a new dragon after M e r c e r Island city employees tracked him down in Montana.

My last interview was a Q&A with Michael Medved, radio talk show host.

There is not enough room to name everyone, but each person’s story was unique and inspirational in some way.

Saying goodbye is not easy. I am so grateful for my time on Mercer Island.

As I journey onward to new adventures, knowing that God has a plan for the future, I have an abundance of wonderful memories.

Thank you, Mercer Island, and farewell.

A small act makes a day For Covenant Shores resident, Malvina Owens, it had not been an easy day.

She had a sick friend. There was much she needed to do in town. But as the day wore on, she was getting tired and needed to stop and get something to eat.

She thought a slice of pizza would be nice for a change. She went into Roberto’s. It was her first time there.

She waited at the window at the kitchen to order, but no one was coming. She looked over at two ladies nearby. They

told her to sit down. Someone would come.

Ms. Owens is 85. She came to the United States from Northern Ireland many years ago. But she is well. She does not have a cane. She walked up the very long flight of stairs at the new office at the Mercer Island Reporter above the dry cleaners, across from Bicentennial Park, to tell us what happened next.

She sat down, and the waitress took her order.

The pizza was good, she said. She felt better.

When she asked for the check, she was told that she did not owe any

money. The two women had paid for her lunch as they went on their way.

“At first, I wondered what was going on,” she said. “But the waitress said that they just paid it with their own bill. “ The two looked like businesswomen, she said.

“When I believed it, I was still so surprised,” she said. “It made my day. I felt so much better – it was a lift.”

“These two ladies, they were paying it forward, like they say,” she added. “It was nice.”

“Each person’s story was unique and inspirational in some way.”

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL (JOINT) MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Mercer Island City Council will hold a Special Joint Meeting with the Mercer Island School District Board. This meeting will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2013 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island.

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Wednesday | 23 I-90 Tolling EIS Scoping Public Meeting: 4-7 p.m.,

Oct. 23, Northwest African American Museum, 2300 South Massachusetts St., Seattle, 98144. WSDOT’s additional public scoping process for the now required Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will run through Nov. 6.

Thursday | 24 Emergency Volunteer Lead Quarterly Meeting: 11 a.m.-

1 p.m., Oct. 24, City Hall Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th St. This meeting is held quarterly on the third Thursday of the month. Meetings consist of team leads from the following committees, but all interested emergency volunteers are welcome to attend.

Wellness Workshop; Traffic Light Eating, Brainy Breakfast & Right Carbs:

6-8 p.m., Oct. 24, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. These workshops with certified health coach, Maryln March, are designed to empower you to take control of your family’s health. Register by calling (206) 275-7609. www.myparksandrecreation.com.

Friday | 25 Canzonetta: 7:30-9:30

p.m., Oct. 25, Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. An a cappella ensemble performs a variety of music from the Renaissance to the modern day, conducted by Roger Nelson, a professor of music and former music department chairman at Cornish College of the Arts. Cost: suggested donation is $10$20 per person.

Saturday | 26 Community Emergency Response Team Review: 9

a.m.-12 p.m., Oct. 26 and Nov. 2, City Hall Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th Street. CERT test review for both courses.

Fall Recycling Event & Rain Barrels: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,

Oct. 26, Mercer Island Boat Launch, 3600 East Mercer Way. Safely dispose of old equipment and household items. For a list of acceptable items, go to the city’s website. Residents can also pick up a rain barrel at a highly discounted rate, for water conservation projects around the garden. www. mercergov.org.

Mercer Island Parks and Recreation Monster Mash Dash: 10 a.m., Oct. 26,

Luther Burbank Park, 2040 84th Ave. S.E. Dress up in your costume for this onemile family fun run. Don’t forget Fido; he’s welcome, too. Costume contests for you and your dog. Treats and prizes for runners/ walkers. Features special guests from Youth Theatre Northwest. Starts at south end of park near beach area.

MIPA Halloween Party:

10 a.m.-12 p.m., Oct. 26, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Parents of preschoolers, bring your kids dressed up in costume to this annual Halloween party. Nonspooky party, for ages 1 to 6. Halloween-themed crafts, games, activities, tricks and treats. www. mipreschoolassociation.org.

Medication Take Back Day:

10 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 26, Mercer Island City Hall, 9611 S.E. 36th Street. Dispose of expired, unused medication, behind the police station. For more information, call (206) 275-7743.

SJCC Parents’ Night Out: Oct. 26, SJCC, 3801 East Mercer Way. ’90s Night: remember the ’90s? Play “Pin the Platform Shoe on the Spice Girl,” have singing contests, and compete in a musical dance party. Includes dinner. Age 5 years through fifth grade. www.sjcc.org.

Sunday | 27 Jewish Touch Series: An

Afternoon with Hollywood’s Anne Frank: 2 p.m., Oct. 27, Herzl-Ner Tamid, 3700 E. Mercer Way. Admission: $8 (members), $12 (guests).

Foster Hirsch, professor of film at Brooklyn College, will interview Millie Perkins, star of George Steven’s acclaimed 1959 film, “The Diary of Anne Frank.”

Reception will follow.

Events | Ongoing “Autumn Sonata” Artists’ Reception: open through

Oct. 25, Mercer Gallery, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Presented by Mercer Island Arts Council. Features Christine Neal Hogue, Grace Mahoney, Susan Melrath, Patrice Tullai.

MIVAL Holiday Show at Mercer Gallery: Oct.

28-Dec. 20, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Annual show displays art by over 40 local artists: Artist Reception: 6-8 p.m., Nov. 7.

“Night of the Living Dead”

Opening Night: ongoing through Nov. 2, Youth Theatre Northwest, 8805 S.E. 40th Street. Based on film by George Romero and John Russo. For ages 9+.

Tickets: (206) 232-4145, ext.

109. www.youththeatre.org.

MIVAL “Reflections”: open through Nov. 3, MIVAL Gallery, 2836 78th Ave. S.E. MIVAL Gallery is featuring watercolor artist Gamze Seckin. Alongside her, 25 local Gallery members will show their many talents in copious mediums, styles and price ranges.

Operation Gratitude: ongoing through Nov. 7, David J. Weed Orthodontics, 2955 80th Ave. S.E. #101. Weed’s office is collecting excess Halloween candy that will be shipped to troops overseas. “Pixi sticks” not accepted. A note of support may be included with the candy. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Library 4400 88th Ave. S.E. (206) 236-3537 www.kcls.org/ MercerIsland Computer Class: Email Level 2, 7 p.m., Oct. 24.

A Place at the Table - Author Cynthia Lair: Feeding the

Young Athlete, 7 p.m., Oct. 24. Meet Cynthia Lair, author, nutrition counselor, professor at Bastyr University and host of the online cooking show, “Cookus Interruptus.” She will discuss how food and the body work as a team, and how the nutritional aspect of playing sports is the most “fixable” aspect of any athlete’s performance problems. www.kcls.org/ cooks.

Children How to Draw Monsters: 2

p.m., Oct. 27. Grades 4-6.

Basic drawing, perspective and observation techniques will be covered and speed techniques will be introduced. Limited seating.

Register online or call (206) 236-3537 for assistance.

Preschool Story Times: 11 .

Courtesy of City of Mercer Island

The original dragon’s head has been retained in Deane’s Children’s Park. A six-member Parks and Recreation crew moved the piece, with the help of a tractor. a.m., Tuesdays. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.

Young Toddler Story Times:

10:15 a.m., Wednesdays.

Ages 12 to 24 months with adult.

Toddler Story Times: 11 a.m., Wednesdays. Ages 24 to 36 months with adult.

French Story Times: 10:30 a.m., Saturdays. Ages 3 to 7 with adult.

Events | Upcoming Mercer Island Middle School Ski and Sport Swap: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.,

Nov. 2, Islander Middle School, 8225 S.E. 72nd St. Half price sale: 3-4 p.m. Consignment Drop-Off: 3-6:30 p.m., Oct. 30; 3-7 p.m., Nov. 1. All proceeds will be donated to IMS educational and after-school programming. www. mi-skiswap.com.

SAT and ACT Practice Test: 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.,

Nov. 9, College Tutors Mercer Island Learning Center, 7605 S.E. 27th St. #101. For collegebound 10th and 11thgraders. Free. To register, call (206) 659-4156.

Teens Life After High School College Admissions 101: 7

p.m., Oct. 29. Presented

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Go behind the scenes of a college admissions office to learn how students are evaluated and selected.

Places of Worship

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Presbyterian Church

Lutheran Church

OCTOBER 27, 2013 7:45am Breakfast in the Community Life Center 8:15am Worship in the Community Life Center 9:15am Christian Education for All

Highly Capable Nominations The 2014-2015 Highly Capable Program nomination window is now open for Mercer Island 2nd grade through 7th grade residents. Please visit the Mercer Island School District website for more details: www.mercerislandschools.org/hcp If you have any further questions, please email: Jan.Kentnor@mercerislandschools.org

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Parents welcome.

Study Zone: 4 p.m., Tuesdays. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Zone: Study, Games and Group Work: MondaysFridays, after school. Hang out, do homework, read or play board games.

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8:00 AM – Worship with Holy Communion 9:00 AM – Adult Forum & High School Bible Study 10:00 AM – Sunday School 10:00 AM – Tradition & New Song Worship with Holy Communion Childcare provided for all services Come praise the Lord with a new voice!

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Exceptional location w/90 taxable feet of waterfront plus additional footage as property meanders around the point and into Deer Lagoon. 4BR/2.25BA, 5341sf #552862 Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722

Seabeck

$3,750,000

Unique mansion on 8 acres with 500 ft of prime waterfront. Old world charm, dramatic views. One of a kind opportunity! #525084

Previews International

Greg Rosenwald 206-230-5445

VACANT LAND Mirrormont Lot

$55,000

Lynnwood

North Bend Land

$63,000

North Bend Land

Just under an acre lot on a dead end street in Mirrormont. Water, power, gas in st. Lots of trees and wildlife, poss. views. #466515 Betty Carleton 425-444-3507

9.5 ac. close to North Bend and I 90 freeway.

No access currently to it, hold for futher development. Bounded on 2 sides by DNR #158590 Betty Carleton 425-444-3507

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$99,995 Mercer Island

Close to everything! Large .55 acre lot with great potential. #521939 Betty Carleton 425-444-3507

$150,000

12.9 wooded ac. just off I90 at exit #31.

Reduced; deeded easement for easy access.

Lots of room, timber and space to roam, this will be a great location. #29160006 Betty Carleton 425-445-3507

$300,000 Opportunity!

$348,000 Private Lane

$448,000

$324,950 Building Site

$398,000 Your Vision...

$489,950

Generous .48 acre lot on Mercer Island, with survey and some studies done. Convenient location. #295333 Betty Carleton 425-444-3507

Mercer Island

This vacant lot is a dramatic site for your new home. Arch sketches are for a multi-story plan; 2 lvls above the main garage lvl, & one lower lvl basement #552677 Betty Carleton 425-444-3507 Keith McKinney 425-221-8557

Tucked away building lot up private lane.

Potential lake & Mt Rainier views. Large lot, 3000sf building pad. Paved access to lot line.

Near Park trails. #112896 Lindy Weathers 206-920-8842

Partial lk view lot, small subdivision 5 lots, up pvt road off E Mercer. Backs to conservancy Tract. Road, utilities in along paved access.

Cleared for viewing! #83516 Lindy Weathers 206-920-8842

Large residential building site in area of new/ remodeled homes. Lk & Mt Rainier views.

All utility/access easements recorded. Serene stream along south boundary. #143651 Janet Scroggs 206-230-5414

What’s your vision of the perfect home?

Large or small? Huge lawn w/garden or low maintenance? With 21,000sf, pretty lake views & privacy, you can build it! #455555 Harrison & St.Mary 206-953-8359

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MERCER ISLAND HOMES

West Side!

$550,000

Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home. Located down a private lane on the west side with possible lake views!

Bring your builder and architect! #404816 Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722

North End View

$869,000

Contemporary 4BR/2.75BA home filled w/light & lush views of Lake WA, Bellevue & Mts. Large, bright kitchen w/eating area opens to living room & deck. #538545 Sarah Ford 206-854-7702 Becky Nadesan 206-972-1113

East Seattle

$1,299,950

JayMarc Homes presents The Positano!

Three levels offer distinctive finishes, 5BR/4BA, Den/Office, spacious kitchen w/granite and the right cook’s appliances #540081 Don Samuelson 206-230-5435

New List

$738,000

West Mercer

Historic Home

$878,000

Shared Wtft

Privacy & seclusion, discreetly situated off East Mercer - “one w/nature” - yet mins away from urban existence! Soaring great rm concept. Walls of windows, 3BR/2.5BA #552356 Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

North-end, Westside View 1925 Craftsman, charming, refreshed spaces await your vision. Dr. Bickford’s former home & office sited on large lot, circle drive #517868 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-230-5351

First Hill

$1,350,000

City, Lake & mtn views, completely renovated 2005, 2 master suites, formal liv & din+fam rm in kitchen+rec rm bsmtwalk to Lid Park & town -enter on 66th #483416 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-949-3270

$739,000

Huge 28,545sf lot, move right in or build your dream home! This charming rambler is filled with light from the multiple skylights & lg, Western facing windows. #506162 Marlene Fallquist 206-310-3580 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093

$1,125,000

Wonderful community called Appleton and shared waterfront. This 5 bedroom 3.25 home has hdwd flrs, open beam ceilings, fam rm, guest suite, gourmet kitchen. #519829 Gerald Chew 206-679-9294

◆ New on Market $1,398,000

Spacious 4500+sF, 5Br/4Ba Contemporary on serene & private lot. Completely remodeled kit & baths with granite countertops.

Master on main w/5pc bath. #554900 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093 Marlene Fallquist 206-310-3580

Best Commute!

$758,000

Classic 3BR/2BA w/ lovely gardens & partial city, lake & mtn view. Flat grassy yard. Western exposure. North End & Less than 10 minutes to Seattle. #524014 Sarah Ford 206-854-7702 Becky Nadesan 206-972-1113

Need light?

$1,169,000

Jaymarc Homes

$1,575,990

This remodeled home has year round natural light, snow capped mtn & twinkling city views! 4 large BR’s, remodeled kit, baths, open great room & rec rm. #529811 Harrison & St. Mary 206-953-8359

New Northend 3815 sq ft 5 bdr 4 baths Formal dining Office+large bonus room High end chefs kitchen w/Granite Gorgeous mill work. Attention to detail throughout. #551915 Don Samuelson 206-230-5435

Move Right In

$790,000

Rare Gem!

$1,200,000

Italian Villa

$4,988,000

Traditional 4BR/2.5BA home features living rm, dining rm, family rm off kit w/ eating space, vaulted master suite & 2 car garage. Level yard, mid island location! #535649 Molly Penny 206-230-5515

Western views & 1930’s charm on lovely 12,000+SF lot. Fantastic First Hill. Don’t miss this! North End. City/Lake/Mtn View. Easy I-90 access. #547707 Sarah Ford 206-854-7702 Becky Nadesan 206-972-1113

Magnificent northend-90 feet private wtft & dock, level yard; great rm & main floor master-5+bedrms, 5.5 baths, new exterior, roof, bths & much more! #496920 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-949-3270

MEET OUR BROKERS

Jack Alhadeff Broker 206-230-5460 homeguy@coldwellbanker.com This year I am pleased to begin my 25th year at the Mercer Island office of Coldwell Banker Bain. I take pride in bringing that experience and skill set to help clients buy and sell residential real estate. My business philosophy is simple - to treat every client with the same honesty and dedication that I would want to be treated with, and that business ethic has served both my clients and me well. Let me put my experience to work helping you with all your real estate needs.

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