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Comprehensive Plan update continues The Mercer Island Planning Commission continues its work on the 2015 Comprehensive Plan Update tonight at 7 p.m. , Oct. 1 in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. The Commission will review changes to the transportation and land use elements of the plan, including the addition of sustainability components. For more, go to www. mercergov.org. and click on the ‘Agenda and Minutes’ tab on the left.
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Emmanuel Church hosts talk on African School Emmanuel Episcopal Church will host Irish-born Br. Paul Brennan as he tells of ministering to poor children in Kenya where he founded a Patrician school. The event is from 7 until 8:30 p.m., Oct. 8, at the church at 4400 86th Ave S.E. It will include a reception. All are welcome!
Many did not receive message about boil water advisory By Katie Metzger
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After a water contamination scare over the weekend, the City of Mercer Island is examining its emergency response management while continuing to monitor its water system per normal operating procedure. E. coli bacteria was discovered in Mercer Island’s water supply on Friday, Sept. 26, prompting a ‘boil water advisory’ that was issued on Saturday at 3 p.m. The
city lifted the notice Monday morning when retest results were found to be clear, though not before announcing the closure of the Island’s public schools and 62 food establishments for sanitation and inspection. Businesses were closed Saturday and Sunday, and the Mercer Island Farmers Market was canceled on Sunday. “We are discussing all of our outreach efforts and looking for ways to improve them, “ said communications manager Ross Freeman. “We take emergency communications very seriously on the Island, and will implement lessons learned from this incident. “
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It is not over yet! Despite a market day lost to the boil water advisory, the Mercer Island Farmers Market will return on Sunday Oct. 5, in the Town Center for ‘Oktoberfest.’
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Freeman said city officials undertook a public outreach effort to inform residents of the situation by posting updates on the city website, putting notices on the doors of eateries and using social media. The city also attempted to use a reverse 911 system, but it did not work correctly. “We understand a number of residents did not receive a reverse 911 call as we expected, “ said emergency manager Jennifer Franklin. “We have already started looking into this issue and are working with the service provider to determine how to better inform the public in any future events using a telephone-based system. “ No illnesses were linked to Mercer Island water as of the Reporter’s deadline, though Freeman said it takes three to five days to confirm cases of E. coli.
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Islander Peter Jurca takes a photo of the boil water notice on the front door of Einstein’s Bagels on Sunday to share with friends in the Phillipines. He said they would appreciate the irony of water problems in the United States. The boil water advisory was lifted Monday morning.
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All residents who ride Metro buses, and any others concerned by the imminent and severe service reductions, are invited by Mayor Bruce Bassett to attend a town hall-style community meeting, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2 at the Community and Event Center. See page 2 for story.
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The idea for an arts center in the Town Center has gone beyond just being a dream. Spurred on by the closure of Youth Theatre Northwest’s old location to make room for a new elementary school, the idea to have a space for the arts in the Town Center is taking shape. Already more than $4 million has been raised. The design for the 23,000-square-foot Mercer Island Center for the Arts, or MICA, is well underway. Designers, contractors and architects have been invited to submit ideas and bids.
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Fresh contacted city officials wanting to donate 21 pallets, or 1,100 cases, to Mercer Island residents. The city’s water provider, Seattle Public health inspectors worked with restaurants to help them reopen Public Utilities (SPU) routinely tests on Monday morning, and students over 800 samples for bacteria across were to be back in school on Tuesday. their service area each month, includ“We are gratified to bring this ing 18 samples collected each month potentially serious incident to an end, in the Mercer Island distribution sysand we thank all residents for their tem. E. coli was originally detected in sacrifices and food-service establishments for their willingness to cooper- several locations spread across the ate for the health of the community,” Island. Samples are taken from speCity Manager Noel Treat said in a cial collection stations used only for that purpose, Freeman said. press release Monday. The testing is done at the SPU lab, Mayor Bruce Bassett said that he thought residents were general- Freeman said. To address the situation, city utilly level-headed about the incident, and wanted to thank businesses for ity crews inspected system facilities, their cooperation despite the adverse flushing water mains in potential financial impact. Treat said that he problem areas and ensuring chlorine didn’t know when the city would have levels were adequate. After the boil water notice was an assessment of the economic effects lifted, residents were advised to flush of the incident. It was the first time E. coli had their pipes at home for five minutes been discovered in Island water. The by running the cold water tap in all cause of the contamination is still faucets and to dispose of all ice from unknown. Treat said that the city’s icemakers and wash and sanitize ice system was recently inspected and no trays. Though E. coli wasn’t detected in abnormalities were found. When the water was deemed unsafe tests done on Saturday or Sunday, city to drink, cases of water started flying officials said that one sample tested off grocery store shelves. Amazon positive for Total Coliform. “An occasional reading for Total Coliform is not uncommon, The City of Mercer Island homepage: and does not in • www.mercergov.org Main City Facebook page: • www.facebook.com/CityofMercerIsland Emergency Preparedness & Police Facebook page: • www.facebook.com/MercerIslandEmergencyPreparedness Emergency Preparedness Twitter site: • @MI_EmergPrep ______________________________________
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The City of Mercer Island will host a town hall-style meeting on transportation issues at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday Oct. 2 at the Community and Event Center. Parking options, discontinued bus routes and alternate metro services will be among topics of discussion as city staff try to find solutions to the problems posed by recent Metro service cuts, which took effect Sept. 27. “Public input is important at this phase of the process to gauge the level of interest in the variety of alternatives researched so far, and to solicit other suggestions,” according to the city’s website. The meeting will include breakout sessions pertaining to different needs of Islanders and which routes they use the most, said Mayor Bruce Bassett. Routes 202 and 205, which take commuters from the south side of the Island into downtown Seattle, First Hill and the University of Washington, will be cut, along with routes 203 and
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We all know that the two competing gun initiatives are on the Nov. 4 General Election ballot. But what about who is running for office? Here’s a guide to some of the candidates who will be on your November ballot.
District Court judges This November’s general election features three contested races in the Northeast electoral District Court. While incumbents Peter Nault, David Steiner, Michael Finkle and Donna Tucker are running unopposed in Positions No. 4, 5, 6 and 7, incumbents Janet Garrow and Ketu Shah are being challenged in Positions No. 1 and 2 by Dawn Bettinger and Sarah Hayne, respectively. Two newcomers, Lisa O’Toole and Marcus Naylor, square off in Pos. No. 3. District Court judges are elected to four-year terms,
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Janet Garrow versus Dawn Bettinger Garrow, the incumbent, was elected to the King County District Court in 1998 and reelected in 2002, 2006 and 2010. The Cardozo Society and the King County Bar Association rate Garrow as “exceptionally well qualified.” She is endorsed by King County Democrats as well as Mercer Island Deputy Mayor Dan Grausz and Councilmember Benson Wong. “I am committed to handling all cases fairly, impartially and with respect for all participants,” Garrow writes
on her website. “Improving our court system to make it more accessible and efficient has always been a major priority for me.” http://www.reelectjudgejanetgarrow.com/
Bettinger has been practicing criminal law since 2001. In addition to serving as a Pro Tem judge, Bettinger has served in the King County Prosecutor’s office, as a public defender and at a private legal practice. The King County Republican Party endorses her. “I’ve seen through experience how difficult it is to navigate our justice system. As a judge pro-tem, I’ve seen too many defendants lose access to justice. This must change. I will bring access, fairness, compassion, and accountability back to the judiciary,” Bettinger writes. http://w w w.dawnbettinger.com/
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Ketu Shah versus Sarah Hayne Shah, the incumbent, joined the King County
District Court in 2013 to complete the term of Judge Frank LaSalata. Shah “intends to respect Judge LaSalata’s memory by serving his position with integrity and fairness,” according to his website. King County Democrats, 41st Representative Tana Senn, Mercer Island Mayor Bruce Bassett and Seattle Mayor Ed Murray endorse him. He has more than 20 years of legal experience as a prosecutor, private civil attorney, Pro Tem judge and now a sitting judge. He has been rated by the King County Bar Association and all the minority bar associations as “exceptionally well qualified.” http://retainjudgeshah. com/ Hayne has worked as a Pro Tem judge, a Deputy Prosecutor and a private attorney. She is endorsed by King County Republicans, National Women’s Political Caucus and 1st LD Democrats. “Statistics clearly show that the greatest danger to public safety comes from repeat offenders,” Hayne writes. “As a Judge, I will work to focus the court’s resources on them, both
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Naylor has more 20 years of criminal and civil experience as an attorney and part-time judge. “I am the only candidate in this race rated ‘exceptionally well qualified’ by the King County Bar Association,” Naylor writes. “That’s why I am the only candidate endorsed by both the King County Republican Party and the King County Democratic Party.” He has worked in the Northwest Defenders Division (NDD) of King County Department of Public Defense since 1992. http://marcusnaylor.com/
Lisa O’Toole versus Marcus Naylor O’Toole has 27 years of experience practicing law and trying cases, both as a King County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and as a civil attorney in private practice. She is endorsed by Linda Jacke, the outgoing Pos. No. 3 district court judge who is retiring after 22 years. King County Democrats, Mayor Bassett and Mercer Island City Councilmember Mike Cero also endorse her. Jacke was appointed to the district court judicial position by the King County Council in 1992. She served in the Bellevue, Mercer Island, Redmond and Issaquah courts and as a Pro Tem judge in King County Juvenile Court. O’Toole’s “broad base of experience allows her
A third candidate for Pos. No. 3, Rick Leo, was knocked out of the race after the Primary in August. Next week look for candidate summaries on the races for state legislature and 9th district representative for Congress.
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School news School Board supports I-594; to move ahead on world languages First the Mercer Island City Council weighed in on the state’s firearm initiatives. The Mercer Island School District wasn’t far behind to follow suit. At its Sept. 25 regular board meeting, the Mercer Island School Board unanimously voted to support Initiative 594 and oppose Initiative 591 in November’s general election. The hope is to encourage Mercer Island voters to do the same. Under I-594, criminal and public safety background checks would be required on all gun sales, including
those purchased at gun shows and online, thus eliminating the “gun show loophole” allowing private sales without a background check. Speaking for the motion to support I-594, school board member and Washington State School Directors’ Association Legislative Representative Pat Braman said she believed I-594 has the potential for making schools safer. “Over the years, we’ve seen so many tragedies in schools. The young people or adults involved with those deaths had used weapons they wouldn’t have had if they had this kind of requirement,” Braman said in a phone call. “None of us want to go through what so many communities have had to go through.” Earlier in the meeting, the board also moved to return
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the topic of world languages at the elementary level to the superintendent for further investigation. The board cited details such as the program model, funding, staffing and changes to the school schedule needing to be further examined. “I think we’ve made it clear we think this is interesting and that it’s something we’d like to do if there’s a way,” Boardmember Brian Emanuels said.
Visitors must now check in at electronic kiosk The Mercer Island School District (MISD) has installed a new security feature at each elementary school to increase student safety and make the checkin process for visitors more efficient. The new tablet-sized LobbyGuard kiosk at the
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hat is worse — being without abundant clean drinking water or electricity to light and warm our homes? Depending on the time of year, it is a toss-up. Yet as evidenced by the health advisory to boil water this past weekend, each are hard to do without. For the most part, these breakdowns are inconvenient but usually brief. But for business owners they can mean losing money. For others compromised by health issues, they can is dangerous. It is too early to discuss how the E. coli bacteria got into the Island’s water supply or what needs to be done to make sure it does not happen again. But is clear that work needs to be done on making sure all residents are informed about the situation as soon as possible. While we have nearly everything in this world to aid a comfortable life, it all seems lost without the single ingredient basic to all life— water. Yet water was still available to us despite the health advisory. But it needed to be dealt with - boiled or purchased. What the advisory meant was that we had to THINK about water in a way that we are not accustomed to doing. Instead of reaching for the tap, we had to judge if the water was safe. Maybe it was not safe to drink but was it OK to wash clothes? To cook with? Wash our dishes? Just like when we lose our electricity, we are shocked and dismayed and a bit helpless. It is ironic that water rates were discussed just days before the boil water advisory, at a City Council meeting on the budget. A good portion of what we pay for water is maintaining the water delivery system. This might be a good time to consider additional safeguards as well as fixing any glitches in our emergency communication networks.
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To the editor Notification of water advisory insufficient I am curious as to how the City notified Mercer Island residents of the problem with our water supply - I got a phone call from my son who lives near Sacramento, Calif., asking if I was boiling my water. I had no idea what he was talking about until I went on the city website. Was this the way they intended for everyone to find out? Who goes on that website on a Saturday afternoon? I keep thinking about parents filling their children’s water bottles for soccer games that morning and people mixing formula for their babies. I called a friend to see if she knew anything, and she was as confused as I was - also as distressed as I that we had no notification of what was happening. Don’t we have a reverse 911 system in place? I would hope that someone has the answers to these questions, and that if this should happen again, everyone on the Island will be notified in a timely manner. Sue Barnes
Destination sales tax modifications needed On July 1, 2008, the destination sales tax went into effect. The destination sales tax was set up so, if a retailer (seller) sold something (purchaser), and the item(s) was to be delivered to the purchaser in a different city or county, the retailer would charge the sales tax applicable to the delivered
city/county and then pay that sales tax with all involved parties analyzing and debating pros and cons of this to that city/county. If the purchaser was to take the endeavor . This had led to much frusitem(s) with them and not have it tration and stalemating. A reputable delivered, then the sales tax would be architectural firm was originally and determined by the tax applicable to wisely chosen to design and construct this library building. The expertise of the location of the seller. This distribution of the sales tax the firm is evident in the continuing to the destination city or county was soundness of the building. The library long overdue, but it fell short of what has integrity, honestly and singleness of purpose and uniqueshould have been in the ness that fits comfortlaw. ably into its residential Right now the destisetting. How many nation city/county gets Send your letters to: more years will this so 100 percent of the sales editor@mi-reporter.com. adequately designed tax and the selling city/ Keep it brief, courteous, structure serve our county gets nothing. It and sign your name. community before any is not equitable. major remodeling need Splitting the sales tax to be done? Except for 50/50, as to the purchaser and the seller locations, can the remodeling issues approved in the easily be accomplished today with 2004 bond issue (as yet to be accomcomputers that are doing the work plished) there is nothing and I repeat, anyway. I suggest the Washington nothing warranting any structural or State Legislature make this modifica- cosmetic changes to the library. Until tion to the sales tax distribution with- such time that the community outout any delay, so that all of the parties, grows this building, or its integrity is the purchasing city/county and the compromised by overuse, the building selling city/county, to the transaction should not be interfered with. It is still get an equal and equitable share of the performing very well. sales tax. The sales tax charged should be based upon the seller’s location, to Bob Stills keep it simple. Mike Lantz Retired tax attorney
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Library remodel planning did not begin correctly Remodeling of a library should be carefully considered by all parties who have a stake in the results of these changes. Unfortunately, the Mercer Island Library remodel project did not begin
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letter | FROM 5 I would like to call attention to an underutilized existing option: the south Luther Burbank parking lot. To be clear, this is not the main Luther Burbank lot, but rather a little used lot at the intersection of SE 26th St and 84th Ave SE. City officials and the police department have assured me that it is permissible to park there and then take a bus. Objections to designat-
ing this lot for Park and Ride overflow include the fact that the city, particularly the Parks Department, wishes to reserve this lot for Parks users. However, on weekdays when the Park & Ride is most in demand, I have observed that this lot is very lightly used, even on fine summer days. Another problem is that it is farther away than would be ideal, but walking from
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required of all Washington state teachers. Teachers must first earn a residency certificate by completing a bachelor’s or higher degree from any regionally accredited college or university and a state-approved teacher preparation program. They must then earn a professional certificate within five years, with a possibility of a two-year extension, either by earning certification through the ProTeach Portfolio or an advanced teaching credential through National Board Certification. “What is different about this group of seven teachers, including myself, is that we approached our certification as a cohort, creating a new and successful model within the Mercer Island School District that provides better support for teachers,” said Williams. “Every teacher who participated fully in the cohort
received the certification and 11 more teachers will use this model during the 2014-15 school year.” The ProTeach Portfolio is an evidence-based assessment designed for teachers seeking the Washington professional certificate. It evaluates teachers on their ability to impact student learning based on three standards: effective teaching, professional development and professional contributions. “The ProTeach Portfolio has changed considerably to be a much more intensive process of reflecting on yourself as an educator and enhancing your practice,” said Mercer Island School District executive director of learning and technology services Jennifer Wright. “It is a rigorous and challenging process that demonstrates improvement in an instructor’s practice as well as the growth of students over time.”
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Kathleen Kay Allen died Sunday August 10 in Seattle, Washington. She was 78. Born May 26, 1936, in Heber City, Utah, Kathleen (Kathy) was the daughter of Lee Partington Kay and Leah Murdock Kay. In 1954 she graduated Wasatch High School in Heber City and earned her B.S. in nursing at Holy Cross Academy in Wichita, Kansas in the 1950s. Kathy married Donald Fredolin Allen from Valley Falls, Kansas, on December 16,1960. Throughout the ‘60s and ‘70s, Kathy worked as a nurse in East Alton, Illinois, St. Louis, Missouri, and Wichita, Kansas, where she was head nurse at Wesley Medical Center’s coronary care unit in the ‘70s. She moved to Seattle in 1977 with her husband Fred, her son Sam, and her daughter Deirdre, where she worked at numerous medical facilities, ultimately retiring as head nurse at the Boeing Plant in Kent, Washington. She was much lauded as a kind, compassionate and strong-willed nurse, caring deeply for her patients. Kathy loved children and animals. When she detected arrogance, she would flatly tell people, “I’m fixin’ not to like you.” She fearlessly defended that which she believed to be right and was outspoken when she perceived wrongdoing. As an advocate for those less fortunate, she could be one’s best friend — or one’s fiercest enemy. When Kathy was in the room, it was guaranteed to be fun. With a good-humored child-like spirit, she defined funny. The world was a happier place with her love of a good joke, her tenacity, her spirited nature, and that fuzzy head of hair she had. She will be dearly missed by those who had the wonderful privilege to share their lives with this uniquely special soul. Preceded in death by her husband, her parents and her siblings Virginia Rawley, Eloese Stireman, Carol Durant and Richard Kay, Kathy is survived by her stepson Donald Fredolin Allen, her son Samuel Kay Allen, her daughter Deirdre Allen Timmons; her nieces and nephews including Lee Ann Smith-Rawley, Alan Rawley, Kent Rawley, Scott Rawley, Adabel Allen, Susan Dickson, Jan Tingey, Lee Durant, Edward Durant, Charles Drrant, April Hochstrasser, Georgia Kay, Nataunya Kay, Steven Ruff and David Ruff; her grandchildren Mary Jane Tatoy, Christopher Allen, Kimberly Allen-Baldwin and Rosemary Elizabeth Timmons; her great grand-children River Baldwin and Christy Allen; her grand nieces including Angie Ahlemeyer and Wynne Smith; and her great- grand-nieces including Frances and Rachel Moody. Private services were held on September 28 in Seattle,WA. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that remembrances benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. 1143437
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September 13 Forgery: A 19-year-old woman reported that someone she met at Bellevue College gave her two checks, one for $4,362 and one for $4,678, and asked her to cash them. She deposited the first check, withdrew the funds and gave them to the suspect, but was told when she went to deposit the second check that it was returned, and that the money she withdrew previously was on a check that was also returned and she owes the bank $4,362.
September 15 Suspicious circumstance:
A 50-year-old female living on the 8300 block of S.E. 82nd Street reported that she received a piece of mail through the U.S. Postal Service that was returned for lack of postage. She opened it and found 22 tablets of what was later identified as the prescription drug Adderall. The return address on the envelope was hers, but she and her family members did not recognize the piece of mail.
September 16 Car Prowl: A 22-year-old man reported that his vehicle was entered overnight unlawfully and has car stereo, valued at $100, was stolen. Police say the vehicle was likely left unlocked. Fraud: A 72-year-old male
reported that an unknown suspect accessed his credit card information and purchased $1,000 worth of gift cards at a Seattle QFC grocery store. Identity theft: A 51-year-old male reported that he had his Macy's account information to make a purchase of $400. Identity theft: A 67-year-old
female reported that her charge card was used without permission for a total loss of $150.
September 17 Shoplifting: A 26-yearold man was seen by an Albertson's manager taking alcohol, putting it in his bag and leaving the store. Police found the suspect in the bushes along the walking path at 77th Avenue
and Sunset Highway. He was detained and arrested. The merchandise - two Seahawks hats, a bottle of whiskey and a bottle of vodka - was valued at $91.40 and recovered by Albertson's. Fraud: An 82-year-old man reported that three pieces of mail (checks) were stolen from him and used fraudulently. One check was washed, rewritten for $899.46 and was used in an attempt to be deposited. His bank account number was used to electronically transfer $1,500 to a Fidelity account, and his credit card number was used for a $900 online charge. Collision: A 41-year-old woman was evacuated to Overlake Hospital after her car was hit by a backhoe on the 6200 block of 77th Avenue S.E. Police say the parking brake on the unmanned backhoe may have failed, causing it to slid down the hill, into the woman's vehicle and an iron rod fence.
September 18 Collision: A vehicle crossed over the line on West Mercer
Way, striking the side rear tire, wheel and rear quarter panel of another vehicle. The driver of the first vehicle, a larger black SUV, did not stop, though police say the driver was likely aware of the collision.
September 20 Theft: A 58-year-old man reported that his outboard motor was stolen off his boat, which was tied to a community dock on the 4200 block of Holly Lane.
September 21 Collision: A woman traveling northbound on 74th Avenue S.E. and making a turn on S.E. 24th Street collided with another vehicle. The woman claimed she
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Clarence Vernon Gunsolus Clarence Vernon Gunsolus was born September 4, 1926, in Salida, Colorado, to Clarence Clinton and Clarine Pearl Gunsolus,Vern passed away on September 7, 2014, at his home on Mercer Island, Washington. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Marianne Hart Gunsolus. As a child, Vern moved frequently. His fondest childhood memories are of living on the North Fork of the Shoshone River near Cody, Wyoming. Their house was a primitive cabin built by his father. With no electricity Vern and his two sisters had to study by the light of an oil lamp. “Running water” was when he ran to the river with a bucket and hauled it back to the cabin. He grew up hiking, fishing, hunting and exploring in the area. He spent many vacations in this area with his family, sharing his love for Yellowstone Park, trout fishing and climbing Window rock. Vern was a WWII vet, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corp 65th Fighting Squadron stationed on Shemya Island, Alaska. Crew members had to volunteer for duty at the camp and Vern, deciding the cook shack would be the warmest place, gladly took on the cooking duties for his squadron. He and the other serviceman played poker with the meal rations and Vern had a reputation for consistently winning extra steaks for his crew. He continued to play poker with a group of friends from his office and playing up until a month before his death. He will be missed by his poker buddies, who always said that when “Vern was raising, everyone was running”. In 1945 he met his future wife, Marianne in Bozeman, Montana. Marianne was on a rotation for nursing school and Vern was undergoing Army Air Corps training. Typically shy, Vern was so taken by Marianne that he actually cut in on a dance in order to meet her.They were married in Billings, MT, on December 28, 1947, and celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this past year.
Thanks to the G.I. Bill, Vern graduated from the University of Denver with a degree in Administrative Engineering. In 1951 Protection Mutual Insurance Company of Chicago, Illinois recruited him right out of college.Vern spent his entire career with the company and found his niche in sales, where he handled accounts across the Pacific Northwest and Canada. He retired in 1992 and was a member of the company’s Silver Key Club. In 1970, after assignments in Chicago and Dallas, the company relocated Vern and his family to Seattle. Vern and Marianne were both happy to be back in the west and made many lifelong friends here. Vern was a gentleman gardener who took pride in growing beautiful dahlias and roses, which he enjoyed gazing at from the kitchen window while taking a break from his morning ritual of reading the Wall Street Journal. In retirement,Vern and Marianne discovered a love for world travel. Among the many places they enjoyed visiting, New Zealand was their favorite.They also became regular snowbirds, spending most winters in the Palm Desert area. Vern was a wonderful father and exceptional provider for his family. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren. His family will long remember his “Vernisms”, strong work ethic, deep love of family and remarkably gentle spirit. They will raise a glass of his favorite rye whisky, Old Overholt, in his honor. Vern is survived by his four children, Sherry (Gunsolus) Landrum, James V. Gunsolus (Susan Anderson), Philip H. Gunsolus (Lonni Gunsolus) and Jeanne Gunsolus (Don Paterson); nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and siblings Georgia Mae Negri of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Clarine Ann Johnson of Anchorage, Alaska. A graveside service will be held in Cody, Wyoming, this October. Donations in his memory may be made to Puget Sound Honor Flight, Attention Donations, P.O. Box 434, Grapeview, WA, 98546. 1142888
stopped at the stop sign and did not see the other vehicle before colliding with it, but the other driver said he thought she didn't stop. Theft: A 57-year-old man reported that sometime between Aug. 1 and Sept. 1, an unknown suspect stole the front and back Washington State plates off of his late mother's vehicle, which was parked in the driveway of her residence on the 2400 block of 73rd Avenue S.E.
September 22 SCAM: A 34-year-old male said he confronted a subject in the south QFC parking lot on S.E. 68th Street. He believes the subject defrauded him several months ago by charging him $300 to fix some dents in his vehicle and not actually fixing them. He saw the same subject attempting to solicit another person for his 'scam.' When confronted, the subject fled in his green Suburban, which had no license plate.
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Patti Jean Stowell was born on April 25, 1957 in Montreal, Canada, but had mostly lived on Mercer Island since she was 5 years old. Growing up on Mercer Island, she swam for the MI Country Club and was a member of the Mercer Island High School cheer squad before graduating in 1975. She learned to love backpacking from her older brothers at a young age and backpacking became a passion of hers. She started at Washington State University but then transferred to the University of Washington and finished her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Patti went on and completed her Masters in Social Work at UW. Patti spent over 30 years of her career in the Social Work Department at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. She was a highly respected clinician, supervisor and trainer and served on numerous committees. Patti was known for her attention to detail, ability to look at the big picture of any situation, and her strong ethical and legal expertise. She was instrumental in setting many of the policies and procedures that guide the social work department. As an adult Patti pursued her passion for backpacking and was intrigued to start mountain climbing. She climbed Mt. Rainier numerous times, traveled to Mexico to climb its volcanoes and summited Mt. McKinley in 1989. It was while climbing that she got to know Brian Weiss, who she would later marry. Brian and Patti have two children, Kyle McKinley and Annalise Rose. Patti was unselfishly dedicated to her family and always extremely proud of them. She taught them to love the outdoors as she did. She supported them in all of their activities, including Boy Scout Troup 647 backpacking trips. She also played a key role in the family’s effort in raising guide puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind. Patti was also an avid gardener. Patti is known for her energy and embracing smile. She showed a loving and caring spirit in everything that she did. The word “amazing” is mentioned frequently by those who know her. Patti was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in early 2012. She fought hard to beat it and held onto hope of living many years with it in remission. She died peacefully at home with family at her side on August 29, 2014. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dean Payson Stowell and Lucile Eleanor (Samsel) Stowell and brother Jan. She is survived by her brothers Scott Stowell of Spokane and Kim Stowell of Seattle and sister Sally Taylor of Saintfield, Northern Ireland. She is also survived by her husband Brian Weiss and children Kyle and Annalise. Please join us for a celebration of Patti’s life at 11:00 am on October 11, 2014. To be held at: Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please consider making a donation in Patti’s memory to one of the following organizations: Mercer Island Presbyterian Church Youth Ministries, 3605 84th Ave SE, Mercer Island,WA 98040 or Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc., PO Box 3950, San Rafael, CA 949123950, www.guidedogs.com For more information about Patti’s life please go to http:// bartonfuneral.com/2014/09/19/patti-jean-stowell-weiss/ 1143717
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MICA | FROM 1 Much of this activity was set in motion by a letter of understanding from City Manager Noel Treat, directed by a vote of the City Council, that essentially sets aside the property in the Town Center for two years, for the theater to begin construction. The land will include the Bicentenni a l Park land, the recycling center space and a triangle of city land adjacent to the park’s circular path, known as the native garden. MICA, incorporated last December, recently gained its 501-C3 status as a non profit. YTN is no longer taking the lead on the project but is expected to be a major tenant and user of the new facility. Islander John Gordon Hill, the president of the organization, said the group is moving ahead on the design. And over the next 18 months, it is hoping to collect at least $12 million in donations from private sources. Its goal is have the
funding in place by 2016 to begin construction by mid-year. But the group will need $20 million in total to develop the site and its programs. To that end, MICA has hired a development professional, Louise Kincaid, who worked for Issaquah's highly successful Village Theatre. Also added is theater design consultant, Katie O m a n , whose clients included the renow ne d Lincoln C enter John Gordon Hill the President, MICA for Performing Arts and the Seattle Repertory Theatre. Oman’s work has what MICA materials describe as “a special emphasis on ecologically sustainable building for arts and culture.” The goal of course, is to make the theater sustainable in more ways than environmental. Much of the income will come from renting space to other tenants and users, which will include private events expected to take place in the theatre’s expansive lobby
“We went into this determined to make MICA a stimulus for the Town Center.”
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and public area. The public area will include a gallery and a cafe. The space will accommodate 120 people. “We expect that it will become a major hub for arts and music,” Hill said. “We also went into this, with MICA, determined to make it a stimulus for the Town Center.” Yet despite the excitement about the project, others still ask about the impact of such a building on the surrounding streets. There are three major gathering places within the structure. Beyond the lobby-reception area, there is a 350-seat mainstage and a smaller 100-seat ‘black box’ theater. Hill said he is always asked about parking. He has answers. During the day when there are lessons and rehearsals, there will be traffic as parents drop off children, but no extra parking will be needed, he explained. In the evenings when many businesses are closed, parking will be spread throughout the business district — something that has worked for the Village Theatre in Issaquah, Kincaid said. The group has spoken with nearby property owners about after hours parking
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The proposed 23,000-square-foot Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA) is set adjacent to the Farmers Insurance building on 77th Avenue S.E. on land that includes Bicentennial Park, the old recycling center and a space called the native garden, just north of the skate park in Mercerdale Park. In the front at the intersection of 77th Avenue S.E. and S.E. 32nd Street is a large traffic circle to allow drop-offs. but has yet to finalize any arrangements. But what about other theaters and performance spaces on the Island such as the newly renovated theater space at the Stroum Jewish Community Center? “The MICA venue will not compete with the new theater at the SJCC,” Hill said. “We see both as two halves of the same coin.” Each will complement the other, he added, noting that an event such as a film festival could involve both. The two shouldn't overlap at all, he said. The marketing materials prepared for the project
emphasize that the building will offer an array of artistic and entertainment experiences. Supporters also hope the place will attract people from throughout the Puget Sound area. Kincaid, hired just a few weeks ago, said that she was overwhelmed and impressed by what has already been accomplished. “There is a lot of experience and commitment by board members on this,” she said. There are 11 boardmembers so far. As an experienced development officer, Kincaid feels that the environment
is favorable for a successful capital campaign. Due to the now-recovering economy, the work done so far, the demographics of the Island population and the type of project, MICA is well positioned to get funding, she said. Hill is passionate. “We feel that this is one of those once in a lifetime opportunity,” he said. “It (MICA) will define cultural life here for decades. We feel we can make a difference with this.” For more go to www.mercerislandarts.org.
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On Sept. 26, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of 19 National Merit Commended Students from Mercer Island High School. They are: Brooke Behrbaum, Kayleigh Dobson, Eric Dubofsky, Nathan Gallatin, Ann Guinee, Trevor Gullstad, Meghan Hershkowitz, Alexander Hoffman, Matthew Manner, Kristine Melin, Scott Montague, Ryan Ottinger, Olivia Shen, Joseph Shin, Adrienne Suhn, Jeremy Voss, Meredith Wootton, Michelle You and Yi Zhang. About 34,000 National Merit Commended Students are being recognized throughout the nation for their exceptional academic promise. They all placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2015 competition by taking the
Mercer Island High School graduates from left; Tanner Ranz, (2014), Danny Stanke, (2013) and Christopher Meinzinger-Richards, (2014) — all members of the MIHS cheer team are now members of the Spirit Cheer Team at Washington State University. Contributed photo
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John Wojciehowski and Cameron J Paige, both Mercer Island residents, are National Merit semi-finalists who attend Lakeside School in Seattle. 2013 Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. “On behalf of the Mercer Island High School community I congratulate you for a well-deserved honor,” said MIHS Principal Vicki Puckett. Earlier, MIHS students Lauren Hsue, David Emanuels, Louis Lam and Carlin Chuck were named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, representing the top one percent
of entrants. Islanders John Wojciehowski and Cameron J Paige, who attend Lakeside School, are also 2014 National Merit semi-finalists. NMSC, an independent not-for-profit organization, conducts the annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Since 1955, NMSC has recognized 2.9 million students and provided over 377,000 scholarships worth about $1.5 billion.
Hundreds gather for‘Walk With Friendship’ Nearly 400 people gathered at Luther Burbank Park on Sunday, Sept. 21, for the Third Annual Walk With Friendship. This community event features a 5k or 1k family walk, food
and entertainment. It raises awareness and funds for the special needs community. Notable community sponsors including Seattle Children’s and Naked Juice were in attendance. The Mariner Moose stopped by for photo ops. All funds raised go directly to The Friendship Circle of Washington, a
non-profit organization based on the Island, which partners teenage volunteers with special needs youth, cultivating friendship, promoting inclusion, providing families with respite, and teaching teens the value in befriending individuals of all abilities. For more, visit www.friendshipcirclewa.org or call 206-FRIENDS.
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No punt? No problem | Juanita holds off Mercer Island Despite losing starting QB, Rebels keep kicker off the field to wear down MI By Joseph Livarchik
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Mercer Island’s Trevor Himstead (58) recovers a fumbled snap by Juanita Friday at Islander Stadium. The Islanders fell to the Rebels, 24-17.
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Throughout its matchup against Juanita, the Mercer Island defense did its job holding the Rebels’ offensive unit on third down. Unfortunately for the Islanders, the Rebels never sent their punter on the field. Converting six of its nine fourth-down plays through-
out Friday’s contest, Juanita managed to wear down the Mercer Island defense, pulling out a 24-17 win at Islander Stadium. But allowing only 24 points to a Juanita squad that scored 44, 52 and 45 points in its first three wins, Mercer Island coach Brett Ogata said after the game his concern wasn’t with the defensive unit. “We were having a tough time on defense trying to stop them on fourth down but on offense, we were just out of sync tonight,” he said. “It was just one of those tough games. Offensively, we were in sync at the very beginning and then the penalties just got us out of whack and we never got going again. It was a very frustrating game tonight. Juanita hung in there and they beat us, that’s the way it goes sometimes.” The Islanders were off to a strong start, with Alfonso Gonzalez capping an eightplay opening drive with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Jack Counihan to give Mercer Island a 7-0 lead. But despite the Mercer Island defense recovering fumbles
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Girls swim and dive stays undefeated with Inglemoor win By Joseph Livarchik
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A few days after taking the top spot at the Mid Columbia Invite, the Mercer Island girls swim and dive team continued to roll with a 130-55 win over Inglemoor Thursday, Sept. 25 at Mary Wayte Pool. With the win, the Islanders remained undefeated as a team in meet competition this season. “Today was really good, there were so many best times,” said coach Chauntelle Johnson after the meet. “We typically do a gold cap at the end of the meet, but I couldn’t even choose based off the top of my head. So many kids had so many personal best times. I’m really impressed by that today. This is a little
bit ahead of where I thought we’d be at this point.” The Islanders took the top spot in 10 of the day’s 12 events. Leah Fisk won the 200 and 500 freestyle races (1:57.6 and 5:14.13), Kristin Jradi won the 200 medley relay (1:57.2) and Leann Tse took the 200 IM (2:26.34). Hadley Michaels won the diving event over Inglemoor’s Alisa Kean, while Sabrina Kwan took the 100 freestyle (56.04), Audrey Hixon won the 100 backstroke (1:03.01) and Sofija Raisys won the 100 breaststroke (1:13.11). Inglemoor’s Calista Skog won the 100 butterfly, beating Islander Ellie Williams by just over a second, while the Vikings’ Danielle Doennebrink edged Mercer Island’s Heather Robinson
by a tenth of a second to win the 50 freestyle. Mercer Island’s team of Sammie Edwards, Sofija Raisys, Fisk and Kwan won the 200 freestyle relay (1:46.02), and the team of Fisk, Kwan, Hixon and Maeve Murdoch won the 400 freestyle relay (3:48.28). It was another impressive showing by the reigning state champs following their Mid Columbia win the weekend prior. Competing against seven other schools from Washington and Oregon, the Islanders won six of the invitational’s 12 events and had runners-up in five of the other six. “I’m really happy with where things are,” said Johnson. “We still have room to improve and a lot of things to get done, but
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Leann Tse competes in the 200 IM during Mercer Island’s meet against Inglemoor Thursday, Sept. 25. Tse won with a time of 2:26.34. you can’t do it all overnight. You’ve just got to go down
Cross-country competes at Nike Pre-Nationals By Joseph Livarchik
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Mercer Island crosscountry sent representatives to the Nike PreNational cross-country meet Saturday, Sept. 27 in Portland. Competing against athletes primarily from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California, Mercer Island’s girls team placed sixth in the division 1 varsity 5K, while the boys placed 18th. For the girls, Alexa Bauman finished 20th with a time of 19:50.29, while Cece Rosenman placed 38th (20.17.1), Mary Rose Vu was 43rd (20:28.13), Kayla Lee was 59th (20:45.04) and Chloe Michaels was 66th (20:50.93). On the boys side, Ben Stoops finished 72nd (17:11.17), Benjamin Vandenbosch was 73rd (17:13.84) and Sean Bender was 95th (17:26.57). “It’s just a great bond-
Nathan Gallatin tied for third at 18:53. For the girls, Alexa Bauman, Kayla Lee, Mary Rose Vu and Cece Rosenman clasped hands and crossed the finish line together at 21:32 to tie for first. Hill attributed that kind of team camaraderie, where four runners will finish a race together, to the success her team has seen this year. “What I love more than anything is the way they’re Joseph Livarchik/Staff Photo working together and just From left, Ellis McMillan, Kayla Lee, Alexa Bauman, Mary really seem to be enjoyRose Vu and Cece Rosenman compete in the 5K against ing each other,” said Hill. “I’m just thrilled with the Sammamish Sept. 24. way both teams are coming ing opportunity and a great some kids from California. together. The leadership on both sides and the way that chance to race on a really It’s a great opportunity.” good course that’s a fast Earlier in the week, the they’re running, it looks course,” said cross-country Islanders won their meet like they’re having a lot of coach Erica Hill of the Pre- with Sammamish, 15-50. fun. They’re running withNational trip before head- Mercer Island newcomer out fear and they’re runing to Oregon. “It’s kind of Nico Moreno was the top ning just like they’re enjoylike a state-type of experi- finisher for the Islander ing what they’re doing.” ence with a big-meet feel, boys with a time of 18:43. and then you’re seeing kids Ben Stoops was second at from Oregon and there’s 18:52. Dylan Lesko and
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own 2-yard line with 5:30 remaining. The Islanders marched down the field, capping a 98-yard drive with Gonzalez finding Jack Vassau with a 23-yard touchdown pass to make it 24-17 with 0:52 remaining. But with Mercer Island’s ensuing onside kick attempt bouncing out of bounds, the Rebels were able to run out the clock. While falling to 1-3 on the season and 0-2 in KingCo competition, the coach isn’t panicking about the season just yet. “I’m not going to change our message. Our goal is to keep getting better, improving and hustling day by day,” he said. “It’s still a long season, but we’re not out of it. It might sound crazy at 1-3, but we can make the playoffs. Our goal is just to keep playing and keep going and we’ll be fine. We just have to get better by playoff time.”
long to get going in the second half. On their second play after receiving the kickoff, Juanita running back Salvon Ahmed burned the Islanders for a 71-yard rushing touchdown to give the Rebels a 17-10 lead. Both teams struggled to advance into scoring range until a Mercer Island turnover on downs put the Rebels inside Mercer Island’s 40-yard line in the opening minute of the fourth. On fourth-and-5 from Mercer Island’s 34-yard line, Mell found Pierce Belleman on a 29-yard pass. Three plays later, Ahmed punched it in from a yard out, giving the Rebels a 24-10 lead with nine minutes left in regulation. The Islanders went four-and-out on their next drive, but got the ball back after an interception by Eric Kim at Mercer Island’s
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Do probiotics really make a difference? Research does not support claims
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We have all heard about probiotics. We see the commercials about yogurt with probiotics or capsules containing them, etc. But are they really good for you? Probiotics are live microorganisms (bacteria) that are similar to those found naturally in the human body and may be beneficial to your health. Some of the health concerns reported to benefit from consuming probiotics include infectious diarrhea, antibioticassociated diarrhea, childhood eczema, irritable bowel syndrome, and even reducing the severity of cold and flu. But the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not endorsed any health claims for probiotics. As with all supplements, there is no regulation by the FDA as to the ingredients
or effectiveness. The labels on dietary supplements are regulated, however. From the TV commercials and magazine ads we are told that our digestive tracts will become regulated if we eat yogurt or take supplements containing them. None of the research supports these claims as of yet. The only research that proves benefit from probiotics is treating antibioticassociated diarrhea. Even that research is being called into question by the most recent studies. Instead of taking probiotics, what can you do to ensure digestive health? Eat a healthy, balanced diet and make sure you get dietary fiber. Drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Get regular exercise. And if you have problems like constipation or diarrhea, please see your health care provider. Louise Dobkins, is a registered nurse-practitioner at Minor & James Medical / Mercer Island
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Chamber membership luncheon: The Mercer Island
Chamber of Commerce will hold its October membership luncheon between noon and 1:30, October 2, at the Mercer Island Community and Events Center. The speaker will be Darrell Bryan, the President and CEO of Seattle-based Clipper Navigation, Inc., which operates the Victoria Clipper- a high-speed catamaran service between Seattle and Victoria B.C. Reservations required. Call the Chamber office, 2323404.
Fit by Nature: Get Outside, Get Active, Get Healthy. 7 p.m., Oct. 2, Mercer Island Community Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Join Nicole Nazzaro, co-author of Fit By Nature and the founder of The Wellness Playbook, for a workshop on jump-starting your fitness program for 2014. For more, contact sjcummins@kcls.org or call 206-236-3537. Susan Spieth book reading and signing: 7 p.m., Oct. 2,
Mercer Island Visual Arts League Monthly Meeting: 11:30-1 p.m., Oct.
2, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave S.E. General monthly information meeting and speaker presentation. Learn what this art organization does for the community and for emerging artists of all ages. Free. For more, contact nannettebas@gmail.com or call 206-232-8148. Mercer Island Visual Arts League GALLERY Opening: 5
Island Books, 3014 78th Ave S.E. Mercer Island resident author Susan Spieth will host a reading and discussion of her debut novel, Gray Girl. Set on the campus of West Point, Gray Girl explores a young female cadet’s challenging freshmen year. Free event.
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Oct. 4, College Nannies & Tutors, 7605 S.E. 27th St Suite 101. Topics covered include calendaring school events, what to ask at Parent Teacher conferences, using and navigating the school portal and more. Another workshop will run Oct 7 from 6-7 p.m. For more information, call 206-6594156. Free Outdoor Strikerfit Kettlebell Class: 10:30-11:30
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PUBLIC NOTICES CITY OF MERCER ISLAND NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARINGS Notice is hereby given that pursuant to RCW 35A.34.100 as of October 10, 2014 the City Clerk of the City of Mercer Island has the 2015-2016 Preliminary Budget on file. A copy of the 2015-2016 Preliminary Budget may be reviewed in the City Clerk’s office, located at Mercer Island City Hall, 9611 SE 36th Street or online at www.mercergov.org/budget. Notice is also given that the Mercer Island City Council will hold public hearings for the 2015-2016 budget on the following dates: • October 6, 2014, Monday, 7:00 pm, Regular Meeting • October 20, 2014, Monday, 6:00 pm, Regular Meeting • November 3, 2014, Monday, 6:00 pm, Regular Meeting • November 17, 2014, Monday, 6:00 pm, Regular Meeting • December 1, 2014, Monday, 7:00 pm, Regular Meeting The meetings will convene in the Council Chambers of Mercer Island City Hall at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA. Adoption of the budget is anticipated at the Regular Meeting on December 1, 2014. The budget hearings will be open for public comment; any taxpayer may appear at these times and be heard for or against any part of the budget. Allison Spietz City Clerk Americans with disabilities accommodations are available by calling 206-275-7795. Published in the Mercer Island Reporter on October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29, November 12, and November 26, 2014. #1143450. PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND OPEN RECORD HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application has been received for a Zoning Text
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GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER The Covington/Maple Valley Reporter is seeking a general assignment reporter with writing experience and photography skills. Primary coverage will be city government, business, and general assignment stories; and could include arts coverage. Schedule may include some evening and/or weekend work. As a reporter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to: • • • •
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post on the publication’s web site; blog and use Twitter on the web; layout pages, using InDesign; shoot and edit videos for the web .
We are looking for a team player willing to get involved in the local community through publication of the weekly newspaper and daily web journalism. He or she will have a commitment to community journalism and everything from short, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community; be able to spot emerging issues and trends; write clean, balanced and accurate stories that dig deeper than simple features; develop and institute readership initiatives. Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Must be proficient with AP style, layout and design using Adobe InDesign; and use the publication’s website and online tools to gather information and reach the community. Must be organized and self-motivated, exceptional with the public and have the ability to establish a rapport with the community. We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to: hreast@ soundpublishing.com ATTN: HR/CMV Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com
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Life at the Water $2,850,000
Float your boat to this Meydenbauer Bay home with in-your-face skyline views, reflective blue waters light up this 4BR/3.5BA waterfront abode fit for a captain. #679258 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444
Sunlight Beach!
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Live your dream
$2,300,000
Location, View!
$1,599,000
Best Buy MI
$1,425,000
Whidbey Island flat sandy beach w/90 tax ft of wft + add. footage as property meanders around the point. 4BR/2.25 BA, chefs kit, separate apt + huge boathouse #552862 Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722
Waterfront living can be yours. Comfortable and charming year round, this home is ready for your memories. 4BR+Den+Studio covered deck, pretty water views #627102 Harrison & St. Mary 206-953-8359
Happy Planting! Magnolia Wtft
$1,895,000
New Price! Everyday is Boat Show day on this Active 60 feet of ship canal waterfront. Japanese gardens, a traditional bridge, waterfalls to the front door. #616528 Don Samuelson 206-230-5435
1 Story 5BR
$1,349,999
High Ceilings, Leaded Glass, French Doors, Master Suite, Spa BA, Kitchen - 2 Sinks, Stainless Appliances, 3350 SqFt, 2.75BA, 518 Acres, Garden, By Island Park Elem. #631724 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787
Style and Light
$778,000
Gorgeous remodeled Woodridge home, open floorplan w/ main flr master & private deck, oversized garage & rec rm below w/ room for everyone! Opportunity is yours! #685983 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444
Issaquah Gem
$350,000
Set among Majestic Towering Evergreens on over 2 acres this Issaquah NW Retreat will capture your heart! Skylit ceilings, starry nights and sunshine days! 4BR#651382 Barbara Bro 206-459-8411
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
First Hill
$1,199,500
Fabulous north end location on private lane, custom blt 2 story, recent updates, 3BR+office or 4th, formal rms, great rm kit, bonus rm, deck+yard. #638896 Suzanne Lane 206-230-5516
FOX ISLAND
$727,000
Renton
$278,000
3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 3 car garage | 2.4+acres. Stunning landscaping! Large master bedroom with sauna. Beautiful wainscoting thru-out. View. #689298 Nancy Stanbery 206-619-4866 Kim Stanbery 206-419-4347
Remarkable rehab on corner lot in old downtown. New kit w/slab granite, new maple cabinets, built in pantry & ss dble sink. Lg bsmt w/bath & plumbed for wet bar. #651602 Pamela Hughes 425-260-5662
East Mercer
$948,000
Enjoy spectacular lake and mountain views from this stunning 3 bedroom MI contemporary home. Extensive remodel in ‘02. 3BR/3.25BA, 2640sf, terraced deck. #619088 Julie Green 206-230-5388
This 4BR/5BA Westside home captures the quiet water views in popular Lake View Highlands. Fam room, rec room, office, gourmet kit, an amazing indoor pool & more! #663538 Molly Penny 206-200-4411 Katie Penny Shea 206-755-5051
Bellevue Towers
$938,888
This spacious 2BR + den unit has every luxury you have come to expect at this address. Over-sized storage unit and 2 side by side parking spaces. #690678 Greg Rosenwald 206-230-5445
6BR/5BA, 6550SF, 33,837SF property/ separate guest quarters, huge deck & flat play yard. Pristine setting / private. #605214 Barbara Bro 206-459-8411
Bellevue
$918,000
Step into this 2-Story sun lit entry and feel your cares subside. Soaring ceilings and walls of windows make this home feel even larger than 3860 sqft. 4BR/2.75BA #698894 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444
$650,000
Penthouse
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◆ Ardmore Oasis
$450,000
Northend Condo $265,000
Marysville
$250,000
Seattle
$232,500
East Seattle
Location, location, location! Great opportunity to own a rambler on the Island with unlimited potential. This 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath, 1340sf home is a blank slate! #691957 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444
Conveniently located near downtown shops, restaurants, parks & Park & Ride. 2BR/1BA, updated appliances, carpet & paint. Handicap accessible top floor unit #685674 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-230-5351
Living at the top! Unique corner condo with panoramic lake and city views. 1420sf, 2BRs with office/3rd BR option or den. Experience the Island Lifestyle! #681017 Barbara Bro 206-459-8411 Curt Peterson 425-503-4230
Location, Location, Location! Desirable neighborhood, within 3 miles of Shopping, Schools, Restaurants, and hwys/ frwys. Neighborhood park right behind the house. #667945 Debbie Barbara 206-300-6077
Charming Rambler on a quiet st in Bellevue. Mins to anywhere - Msft, restaurants, shopping, freeways, & Seattle. Updated kitchen, hdwds throughout. 3BR/1.75BA. #697786 Vicki Napoleone 206-790-5822 Daniella England 425-753-8555
1BR/1BA condo in the elegant Decatur. 2007 upgrades-granite, ss, flrs, bathroom. Secure entry. 1st Hill. Close to med ctrs, food, & fun. Investors-No rental cap. #686694 Pam Richmond 206-265-9114
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