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Viking Homecoming Orcas Island High School celebrated homecoming with a week of spirit events, an assembly with games and dance routines, volleyball, soccer and football games and the crowing of royalty. Pictured above: the sophomore class competing in the rope pull during the assembly on Oct. 10. At left: Homecoming Queen Hannah Brunner-Gaydos and King William Coe. For more photos and coverage of Viking sports, see page 7. For additional homecoming assembly images, visit the community section of www.islandssounder.com.
Orcas Island’s election forum heated up with questions pointed at the sheriff and state representative candidates last week. When asked what Sheriff Rob Nou is doing wrong, his challenger Ron Krebs, an eight-year veteran of the force, responded: “There is a morale problem in the department and it affects every aspect of our job. Reports are not done in a timely manner and communication is a problem.” Nou countered that the department’s new electronic filing system has created a learning curve for staff. The exchange was one of many contentious moments between the two candidates at the League of Women Voters election forum on Oct. 8. The general election is Nov. 4 and ballots were mailed out Oct. 14. Krebs promised to bring together island communities, provide leadership and improve communication if he is elected sheriff. He also vowed to hold town hall meetings on all three major islands on a
Group advocates for animal control officer by SCOTT RASMUSSEN Journal editor
More people. More animals. Tighter spaces. That’s the reality of the landscape in the San Juan Islands today and, according to a local animal advocacy group, it’s a combination that demands a greater level of awareness, training and dedication to the cause of animal protection than local law enforcement is presently equipped or inclined to provide. “Washington state has many animal laws in place but enforcing them requires education and some basic resources that I feel our current law enforcement team does not have available to them,” Jennifer Rigg of the San Juan Island Animal Task Force said. Members of the task force, founded in late 2012 and largely in response to several incidents of perceived animal abuse or neglect, called on the San Juan County Council last week to pick up the cause of instituting an animal control officer in the Sheriff ’s Department, or to help boost the level of training among deputies in situations where an animal’s wellbeing is at risk. They found a sympathetic ear in council
Chairman Rick Hughes, who vowed to make space for the group on a future council agenda. Hughes encouraged the task force to also elicit support of animal protection organizations elsewhere in the islands for what would be, for the council, a countywide proposition. The task force is circulating a petition in support of its cause. “There’s definitely an interest in finding a solution to this, at least from my perspective,” Hughes said. Sheriff Rob Nou acknowledges the department has no designated animal control officer at this time. Former Undersheriff Jon Zerby had that departmental assignment for 13 years before retiring from the force in mid-2012. Zerby said he had no formal training in animal control prior to taking on the role. Nou said the number of calls the department receives about abuse or neglect would not justify the disruption or expense of training the department’s 20 sworn officers in animal control, which would require a two-week course at the state academy for each. The department historically has relied on assistance of local veterinarians when such cases arise, he said. Nou said he is “not adverse” to have dep-
uties trained in animal control and noted they respond regularly to nuisance complaints involving animals, primarily dogs. Still, the task force members contend several recent situations of neglect or abuse have not drawn the attention of law enforcement that they deserve. Rigg said local animal shelters regularly receive calls from people who mistakenly believe that a shelter can intervene on behalf of an animal when it may be at risk. “They don’t have the authority to investigate or uphold the laws,” she said. “That job is with the sheriff ’s department.” But because the department lacks proper procedures, Rigg said, or lacks an officer trained for such cases, calls made directly to the sheriff ’s department have not been made a “pressing” priority. San Juan County and the Town of Friday Harbor each have an arsenal of laws that apply to dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs, as well as laws directed at animals that create a public nuisance, such as dogs running loose or that bark incessantly. Situations of alleged animal abuse or neglect,
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regular basis. Nou outlined his accomplishments over the past four years: preserving jobs and avoiding department budget cuts; providing consistent training to staff; upgrading technology; receiving grants; and continuing work with prevention programs. Audience members voiced concern about officer coverage issues on Orcas and Lopez. Nou agreed there are staffing challenges. Krebs said, “San Juan Island has deputies to lend. If it means I have to get out from behind my desk and cover a shift, I will.” In regards to cracking down on substance abuse, Nou said it’s a long process to establish a pattern and get probable cause for a search warrant to enter a rumored “drug house.” Krebs said he advocates “sitting in front of the house” and putting pressure on the occupants until they decide to move on to a new location. “Drug use is a problem that will be around for another thousand years but that doesn’t mean we ignore it,” he said.
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Local business workshops Crowdfunding A crowdfunding workshop is being offered by the San Juan County Economic Development Council. Crowdfunding is a way for entrepreneurs to use online communities like Kickstarter to ask for monetary pledges from individuals. The presentation is on Wednesday, Monday, Oct. 27 from 9 to 3 p.m. at Brickworks in Friday Harbor. Lunch is included. The cost is $35 per person in advance. Registration is required: call 378-2906 or email info@sanjuansedc.org.
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ANIMALS FROM 1 however, which generally fall under criminal codes, can be time-consuming and require expertise in gathering evidence to bring a case to prosecution, according to veterinarian Michelle Loftus, a Task Force associate. “How long can you leave a dog in a hot car? What’s the temperature outside?” Loftus said. “As our first responders, deputies need training to recognize and to be able to define animal abuse or neglect.” Zerby believes the department would benefit from having an officer dedicated
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ity, expand audience and enjoy doing it in less time than you thought possible. The workshop will be held at the Lopez Library on Lopez Island, Nov. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop presenter, Robin Jacobson, is a media relations consultant, formerly with the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau. Bring your smartphone, iPad, or laptop (not required but very helpful). Also, bring a bag lunch. Coffee, tea and bottled water will be provided by the arts council. Transportation will be available at the Lopez Ferry Landing to take walk-ons to the workshop. Cost of the workshop is $40 and class size is limited, so register early. To register or obtain a registration form, go to www. sjcartscouncil.org or email gerardw@rockisland.com or phone at 378-4961.
to animal control, even if only part-time. In addition to working cases or following up on complaints, that officer might also help generate revenue to support either the position or the county “livestock loss” fund by enforcing dog license laws. Rigg maintains the local animal protection society could muster the money needed to pay for an animal control officer, or training for deputies, as part of the fundraising efforts. The cost of the two-week training course is $350, she said, acknowledging travel, room and board would add to the overall expense. “Sure, the number of calls
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are not as great as drug calls, but theses are domesticated animals and they deserve to be treated with respect,” she said.
Almanac TEMPERATURES, RAINFALL ORCAS High Low Precip Oct. 6 63 55 — Oct. 7 62 53 — Oct. 8 60 52 — Oct. 9 61 51 — Oct. 10 58 49 — Oct. 11 60 52 — Oct. 12 59 49 — Precipitation in October: .34” Precipitation in 2014: 21.82” Reported by John Willis, Olga
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Julie Bridgman Bowden-Coyle July 8, 1941 to Sept. 28, 2014 With family and friends at her side, Julie Bridgman Bowden-Coyle lost a mercifully brief battle with cancer while visiting her son and daughter-in-law, in Bellingham, Wash. She was 73 years old. Born to Jack and Margaret Bridgman, Julie was raised in Marin County, Calif., attended the Katherine Branson School and graduated with a teaching degree from San Francisco State University. Julie spent the vast majority of her 35-year career teaching algebra at Miller Creek Middle School. After retirement she continued tutoring even into the final weeks of her life. She was respected and adored by her fellow teachers and the many thousands of students who received her
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instruction. Those who know her also know her heart was inseparably tied to the people, the hills and the streams west of Yorkville in Mendocino County where she spent much of her life. From childhood to raising a child of her own and even into death she always returned to “The Ranch.” Through her, many have learned to love that place. Through the years, Julie could often be found sitting atop her horse, smiling and joking with her sometimes irreverent sense of humor, bringing light into the lives of all those around her. She continually gave of herself to enhance the well-being of
all of us who were blessed to have her in our lives. Julie was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Margaret; infant son, Timothy; former husband, Lorcan Bowden and her husband, Phillip Coyle. She is survived by her son, Matthew and his wife, Lora; their children: Christina, Kashia, Randy and Robert; their grandchildren: Kianna, Malachi, Trevor and Carter; sister, Anita Fromholz and her husband, Haley; brother, Joe Bridgman and his wife, Rachel; nieces and nephews, Ann, Julia, Heather, David and John and grandniece, Alden. A memorial service will take place late this coming spring at “The Ranch.” In lieu of flowers and in honor of Julie’s love for horses and passion for teaching, please consider donating in her name to Animals as Natural Therapy in Bellingham, Wash. Visit their website at www.animalsasnaturaltherapy.org and click on “Get Involved.” Romans 8:37~39
San Juan County Sheriff’s Log Sept. 25: A parking problem at the Hunter Bay dock on Lopez Island resulted in deputies looking at abandoned vehicles in a permit parking area. • A portable Honda generator was reported stolen from a storage unit in Eastsound. Sept. 26: Orcas deputies arrested a 33-year-old Eastsound man for malicious mischief after a domestic disturbance in Eastsound. • A 60-year-old Eastsound man was given a trespass notice, warning him to stay away from a certain prop-
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erty or face arrest. • A neighbor dispute over loud music brought deputies to an Eastsound home when a confrontation occurred. A woman was warned about trespass issues. • A Lopez resident reported theft of fill dirt from the edge of the property. • A Lopez school employee reported that a dumpster on school property collided with her parked car, causing damage to the car. • Two vehicles parked at the football game in Friday Harbor were damaged in acts of vandalism. Sept. 27: Lopez deputies were called on a child custody dispute. The children were located safe. • A parked vehicle was damaged in a minor hitand-run collision during the night in Friday Harbor.
• A 70-year-old man was injured in a motorcycle crash on Sperry Road on Lopez Island. He suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No citation was issued. Sept. 29: An Eastsound business reported the shoplifting of an art piece valued at $350. • An Eastsound resident reported the repeated removal of a “For Sale” sign from his property. Sept. 30: An Eastsound couple reported that a subject had violated the provisions of an order of protection. A 49-year-old Eastsound man was subsequently arrested for that violation. • A 36-year-old Lopez woman was arrested for assault after a physical altercation with a man at a Lopez gas station.
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Larsen tackles jet noise Proposed cuts to ferry service prompt letters by CALI BAGBY Assistant Editor
She was gardening when they came. She said she could see their faces. She said it was as if she could reach up and touch the body of the jet. She said it was so loud she was knocked to the ground. “It is degrading, humiliating and disempowering,” she said. Nancy Koenig was one of nearly 100 people who filled the seats at Lopez Center on Oct. 7 to voice concern over the jet noise to Representative Rick Larsen. The noise from thousands of engine tests and training runs by new EA 18G “Growlers” and other planes at Naval Air Station Whidbey and Outlying Landing Field Coupeville has generated outcry this year, mainly from Lopez Island. In June, islanders showed up at Larsen’s campaign kickoff asking him to hold a meeting on Lopez to discuss the issue. Four months later, the congressman made his way to the island. San Juan County Councilman Jamie Stephens opened the meeting by saying the county and the Lopez community want to work with the Navy on finding a solution. Over the last several months the county council collected data from islanders on a jet noise complaint website and sent that information to Navy officials and Larsen. The website received 871 reports mostly concentrated on the south end of Lopez. Two hundred and eighteen of those reports came from 6 a.m. to noon and 224 came after 9 p.m. The data also shows that 150 people reported a low rumble and 240 reported extremely loud noise. According to Stephens, Navy officials requested that people not try to record decibels of sounds on their iPhones as it would not be accurate, but then claimed that the report was lacking this important sound data. Stephens added that the Navy made no effort in its response letter to fix the problem. The councilman then shared some possible solutions like having the Navy do sound testing in the islands, informing islanders when there would be jet noise, restricting flights over the island and having congress require the Navy to make a quieter engine. Larsen responded that he alone does not have the power to require the Navy to make a different engine. He did say that he felt like the Whidbey base did not act as a power unto itself and Navy officials want to work with other communities. He then outlined actions that can be
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taken. He noted that the Navy is currently experimenting with noise control on jets. There is a program that would automate more of the landing of aircraft and would help decrease flight tests and therefore fewer flights. Larsen said he was in the process of writing a letter to Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Jonathan Greenert to put in a budget for hush houses at the NAS Whidbey main base to reroute the noise from the revving of engines upward and thus creating less sound pollution. He also said he would try to help support getting the Navy to complete their own noise testing on the island. “I don’t have a solution that can be done tomorrow,” he said. “But I have a list of things I am pushing for.” When islanders took to the mic, most of them had the same two questions: do you care and are you representing us? Larsen replied that he represents a big district with different views. Others said that Larsen had a moral responsibility to act against the Growlers. Orcas Islander David Turnoy said that Larsen was comparing different needs in the district that are not equal. “When it comes to health and economics, one is more important than the other,” he said. “You cannot equate the quality of one’s life with economics.” One of the last speakers, Cynthia Dilling, described her experience of noise sometimes lasting three or four hours a day for weeks on end. She said she had to garden with ear plugs. Dilling again asked if Larsen was truly representing the islands. “It’s a balance representing this district,” he said.
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The San Juan County Council sent a letter to Governor Jay Inslee and a group of state senators and representatives sent a letter to Secretary of Transportation Lynn Peterson in response to proposed cuts to the Washington State Department of Transportation. The recommended ferry service reductions are proposed to save an estimated $3.2 million, offset by associated revenue reductions of $1.1 million, for a net savings of $2.1 million from 2015-17. For the San Juans, the proposed service reduction includes: extending the winter service from 12 weeks to 20 weeks: no service to Sidney, B.C.; and reducing service on San Juan Island inter-island routes. WSDOT’s budget request recommends “some ferry service reductions on least profitable runs and WSF will continue to explore other options to free up additional funds to improve the reliability of staff and equipment.” Other alternatives that were explored included increasing ferry fares significantly or cutting other department activities. To read the full budget proposal, go to http://goo. gl/h6v7Yg. The letter to Secretary Peterson is below. Dear Secretary Peterson, As members of the State Senate and House of Representatives representing many of Washington’s ferry district communities, we are writing to express our concern with the bud-
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get proposal recently submitted by the Washington State Department of Transportation. The proposed reductions to ferry service levels and delays in capital investments risk eroding much of the progress made over the past several years and exacerbating the more recent troubles which have shaken consumer confidence in the ferry system. Having witnessed the diminished value of current funding levels and having fought for new transportation revenues over the past several years, we are fully aware of the challenges WSDOT faces with having to do more with less. We understand that with only difficult choices available, difficult decisions must be made. With this in mind, however, we strongly believe that the proposed reductions to WSF service levels are misguided and should be reconsidered. The future of Washington’s transportation system will see a dramatic rise in ridership and reliance on the ferry system as the population of the Puget Sound area continues to grow at a rapid pace. The Puget Sound Regional Council’s Transportation 2040 plan cites $1.5 billion in state-owned ferry investments that will be needed from 2010 to 2040 to
accommodate this growth. Just to maintain current service levels, WSF must replace 16 of its 22 aging vessels by 2040 as well as replace and upgrade a number of terminals. Now is not the time to defer much needed capital investment in these critical projects. The importance of the ferry system to the overall economic vitality of the state and to those whose livelihoods depend on it, cannot be understated. As such, we implore you to revisit WSDOT’s proposed budget and consider making adjustments to more accurately reflect the current and future needs of the Washington State Ferry system. Sincerely, Senator Kevin Ranker Senator Christine Rolfes Senator Sharon Nelson Representative Kristine Lytton Representative Joe Fitzgibbon Representative Sherry Appleton Representative Drew Hansen To read the county council’s letter to Gov. Inslee, visit the news section of www.islandssounder.com.
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Why we are voting for proposition one
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e supported San Juan County’s property tax levy five years ago and we are endorsing it again now. While we don’t disagree with opponents who say the county needs to make structural changes, we don’t want to throw the baby out with the bath water. And making cuts to the discretionary programs that are funded by this levy would be a major disservice to our communities. Here is a little background. Proposition 1 would replace the 2009 property tax levy lid lift that is going to expire in 2015. The renewal would end in 2020 and will produce the same amount of revenue as the current levy. The levy is 18 cents per $1,000 assessed value. For average homeowner, the cost is between $5 and $7 per month. The amount generated is 20 percent of the county’s general fund property tax. The money will go towards critical programs like senior services on all three major islands; WSU Extension programs; operation of county parks; support for county fair; public health services on all three islands; work release program; victim services; emergency management services; maintenance of county buildings and grounds and Islands’ Oil Spill Association equipment assistance. Back when the county first asked for this levy, the “rainy day” fund was at zero. Now it is at $800,000 and we want to see it keep growing – which the council intends to do if the levy is approved again. To those who say the county’s expenditures are too high, we offer the following information. The county has cut back 30 employees since 2009 and the current council says it is committed to restructuring the county government – one step at a time. They are currently looking at overhauling the permitting department for better efficiency. The San Juans are unique in terms of the cost of living and doing business. We also have the fourth lowest sales tax in the state. In addition, the county had a 19.5 percent increase in health care costs last year. For 2015, it will go up another 10 percent. Also on the horizon: higher labor and industry costs from the state. Another fact to consider: the overall county budget may look higher than other rural counties due to state funding that is earmarked for specific programs or public works projects. Approving this levy will keep vital local programs running. Could we run a bare bones county government? Sure. But do we want to live in communities that don’t care for seniors, oil spills or victims of crime?
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A letter to OPAL This letter is in regards to the OPAL office in Eastsound. We have not been to Essex, Mass., nor do we see the relevance of the color of a folk art museum there to a replica of an historic farm house here on Orcas Island. The “farm house” as you call it has particular significance to our family and to the island itself. Gary’s father, Art Reddick, his uncle, Roy Reddick, and his aunt ,Madeline Reddick Haffey were all born there when Gary’s greatgrandmother ran a birthing center/ boarding house on the premises. There are many photos both in the family and at the Historical Museum of the original house – none of which show a pumpkin hue. None of us can understand how after all the pains you took to duplicate the original structure you then chose a color so out of keeping with the original. It looks totally out of place on the island. Hoping you’ll find a need to modify (change) the color soon. Patricia Reddick Orcas Island
Concerns about EWUA A couple of weeks ago I got a very poorly-worded letter from Eastsound Water Users Association about outbuildings on my property that might have a toilet or sink that I have not reported to EWUA. To me the letter said: “ We know you are out there and we know you are crooks and we’re going to catch you and we’re going to make you pay and pay.” I wouldn’t be surprised to find Paul Kamin peeking in my windows or the windows of my out buildings to see if I have an illegal toilet hidden somewhere. At best, it’s a terribly-worded regulation. For example, if you have ever parked an RV or travel trailer on your property, even if you never connected it to the water system, you must pay this fee. This is true even if no one has ever lived in it; just parking it on your property is enough to incur this fee. Does it really make any difference how many buildings on my property have toilets? Will my wife and I use more water if we have 17 toilets than if we have one? Of course not. The real issue should be how much water we use, not Circulation/ Joanna Massey Administrative Coordinator jmassey@soundpublishing.com Marketing Artists Scott Herning sherning@soundpublishing.com Kathryn Sherman ksherman@soundpublishing.com Copy editor Maura O’Neill
whether we use the water to flush toilets or wash dishes. If EWUA needs the information for planning purposes, make it about the information you need. Don’t threaten me with thousands of dollars in fees. It’s EWUA’s fault that we are in this situation. So grandfather the toilets and move forward. There are more important things for EWUA to do than peek in our windows looking for toilets. When the Eastsound Water and Sewer District has faced difficult issues with their customers, they sat down with the them and found a solution that worked for both parties. To the EWUA board: Accept some responsibility for this problem. Don’t decree from on high. Take a lesson from the sewer district and sit down with the people who are affected and come up with a solution that works for everyone. Doug Bechtel Orcas Island
Support school levy I would like to take a moment to thank you for your support in the passage of the construction bond and the technology levy for Orcas Island Schools two years ago! The renovations funded by the bond are currently underway and on schedule. Your support of the technology levy in 2012 provided enhanced technology, mobile labs, and network upgrades for our students. Exciting things are happening here at Orcas Island Schools! In November, you will be asked to vote in favor of a levy that will replace and renew the existing technology levy that will expire this year. Voting in favor of this levy renewal will include many technology upgrades district wide. This levy also allows our district to take advantage of an opportunity to provide required matching Mailing/Street Address P.O. Box 758, 217 Main Street, Eastsound, WA 98245 Office (360) 376-4500 Classifieds (800) 388-2527 Fax (888) 562-8818 Copyright © 2013 by Sound Publishing, Inc.
funds to leverage a state grant of nearly $500,000 that will provide needed improvements to the aging mechanical systems of the old gym. Finally, this levy will be used for future unanticipated capital needs. How this levy will impact OISD: Necessary technology upgrades will provide a safer, more secure campus, the most up-to-date technological tools for our teachers and students, energy-saving enhancements and upgrades in conjunction with an energy grant for the old gym, and ongoing unanticipated capital improvement needs. How this levy will impact you: This levy will continue for six years. The first two years of the levy will average a 9¢ /$1000 increase in the combined levy rate. In years three through six, the levy rate will return to current levels. This is a small investment that will improve and further facilitate the education of the children of Orcas Island Public School District and enhance the facilities they learn in. Thank you for your continuous support of Orcas Island School District and the children of this community. Eric C. Webb Superintendent, Orcas Schools
Pederson for treasurer The years I was privileged to serve as a San Juan County Council member offered many opportunities to watch excellent employees conduct the business of running local government. Rhonda Pederson stood out among our best. Rhonda hopes to serve as your next treasurer and I wholeheartedly support her candidacy. Rhonda has all of the qualities and experience that will combine to make her an excellent Treasurer. Her 14 years in working for SJC include
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LETTERS FROM 4 a variety of jobs that prepare her for the position she seeks and emphasize the customer service for which she is well-known. Having had successful promotions throughout her career, Rhonda is now chief accountant. She is very well-positioned to make a smooth transition to treasurer. I hope you will join me in voting for Rhonda Pederson. She will do an outstanding job in representing county residents and is ready to take on the responsibilities of San Juan County Treasurer. Rich Peterson Friday Harbor
Krebs for Sheriff I am Nikki Rogers, a deputy with the San Juan County Sheriff ’s Office assigned to San Juan Island. I wanted to take the opportunity to offer my support to Ron Krebs for sheriff. I have worked with Ron for the last seven years and it has been an honor and a privilege. The last seven years working with Ron has been nothing short of awesome. As a fellow deputy, Ron has always been eager and willing to help without needing to be asked. He offers a calm, no-nonsense approach to any situation and has a very strong work ethic. He has always been a reliable deputy to work with and I have every confidence when I know Ron is responding as my backup. As a deputy, Ron treats everyone with the utmost dignity and respect. This trait, in my opinion, is the sign of a true leader. I have every confidence as a sheriff he will treat all of his deputies with this same regard and will not hesitate to communicate with all of us. Communication is key in leadership. Ron has, as a peacemaker, not only in the community but within the agency, repeatedly proven himself to be a strong communicator. As a member of the community Ron is a role model when it comes to giving to the community. Not only are Ron’s family roots deep in the community but Ron channels much of his offduty time to volunteering for the community. Ron is a volunteer with San Juan EMS which consists of multiple call-outs during the night After he gets off shift with the sheriff ’s office. He teaches boating safety and has taken it upon himself to reach out to the elderly at the local convalescent centers to teach them how to avoid being scammed. Ron
is also assisting with building a website for the local Special Olympics to raise funding for them. I would like to also mention Ron as a father. Ron is a very strong, involved family man and has brought his family back into this community to raise them here, where his roots are. Ron has a shrine to his children above his desk and it shows another great trait he has to offer to this community as sheriff. Nikki Rogers San Juan Island I am asking you to vote for Ron Krebs as our next sheriff. For those of you who do not know me, I am a recently retired sergeant from the San Juan County sheriff ’s office. I served the county for 35 years, serving under four different sheriffs including our current one. My duties included supervising both the Orcas and Lopez Island sheriffs substations. I am still in contact with most all the officers in the sheriffs office and up to date with the current issues within the department. During the last election for sheriff I asked all those who knew me to vote for the current sheriff. I was wrong. I thought I knew him well as he had worked for me as a deputy on Lopez. I hoped he would continue to move the department in a positive direction. Instead, what I and other officers who had supported him found was a lack of communication, lack of direction, lack of follow-up and a lack of understanding in how the sheriff ’s office employees work and interact with each other and those they serve. During the first year of the current sheriff ’s term I realized the department was changing and not going in a positive direction. As a first line supervisor I found I had little to no input as to what was going on within the department. The other sergeant as well as the undersheriff felt the same and we felt the department was heading into turbulent times. Recently the sheriff ’s guild which represents all employees except the sheriff and undersheriff voted to endorse Ron Krebs for sheriff. Ron is a dedicated officer with current knowledge of community-oriented policing. He served with honor in the military and has management experience in the private sector. I have spoken at length with Ron Krebs about the current issues and concerns with the department and I believe he is the right candidate to lead the sheriff ’s office in a posi-
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tive direction. Please join me and vote for Ron Krebs for sheriff in the upcoming election. Steve Vierthaler Orcas Island
Nou for Sheriff After the League of Women’s Voters event on Lopez, there is a clear choice for Sheriff: Rob Nou. It is refreshing to hear candidates talk about their qualifications and even acknowledge and respect their opponents. Sheriff Nou opened by speaking about his 30 plus years in law enforcement and the achievements of the Sheriff ’s office during his tenure. Sheriff Nou’s opponent, Ron Krebs, chose to use his time using the political playbook of character assassination, i.e. vote for me the other guy is bad. He complained that an investigation of a San Juan County deputy’s conduct last Christmas took too long. Apparently this candidate feels the best way to investigate is fast, don’t get all the facts and move on. His opponent said he received an overwhelming endorsement from the Sheriff ’s guild, the union representing the deputies in contract negotiations and disciplinary actions. He failed to say that just prior to receiving this support he was the guild president, makes you wonder why he wants to conclude investigations of officer conduct quickly. My grandfather called this hiring the fox to guard the henhouse. I want a Sheriff who holds our law enforcement professionals accountable for their actions or inactions; not someone beholding to the guild. Krebs used scare tactics saying the citizens of Lopez are unsafe without a deputy on Lopez 24 hours a day 365 days a year and complained that one of the deputies assigned to Lopez Island is a reserve in the Army and gone one week of the month. He praised this deputy for his service to our country but lambasted the Sheriff for allowing this to occur. His answer to this problem was to hire 3 more deputies for Lopez and deputize volunteers, with no financial plan to back this up. While I have only lived on Lopez 6.5 years, we have never had 24 hour coverage and I have never felt unsafe. I work in public safety when we need law enforcement help, deputies arrive. Mr. Kreb spoke about the low morale of the department and intimated the deputies who recently left Lopez left due to low morale. Nothing could be further from the truth, I
knew both of these individuals and they left because of family issues. Sheriff Nou responded to this attack with a positive statement about families come first! The choice for me is clear! Vote for a man who works hard for our community, holds officers accountable, requires investigations to be complete and thorough, worked as a police chief for 8 years, been a law enforcement officer for over 30 years, been a fantastic partner with the other Lopez Island Public Safety Agencies and puts the citizens who elected him first! Or his opponent who appears to owe his allegiance elsewhere. I urge you to join me in retaining and voting for Sheriff Rob Nou, he works for us. Jim Ghiglione Lopez Fire Chief
Care for Madrona Pt. I read last week’s story about Madrona Point. Back in July, a friend and I went for a wildflower walk on Madrona Point. There was no closed sign. We went to collect trash as well, however, out on the point itself I found only one red string. What was a sorry sight was the parking area at the entrance – a human dump site of the worst order. Two large cans full and overflowing as well as take-out food garbage littered everywhere. In my mind a show of total neglect and disrespect. I contacted the Orcas Chamber regarding this issue and asked for a sweep by San Juan Sanitation when it does town trash pickups. I further contacted the chamber to follow up. To what definite results I know not. If we as a community want shared usage of this wonderful natural resource, we have to take some responsibility to act in a respectful manner. How can we expect the issues the Lummi have with us to resolve and improve if we don’t and won’t clean up our own sites. I was ashamed when I saw this desecration of the point. We can do better. We must do better. Judy Tepley Orcas Island
Broadband effort The San Juan County Economic Development Council commends OPALCO for its rapid progress on the broadband initiative, particularly its work on the completed broadband plan and development of “Neighborhood Connections” for broadband deployment in the county. The EDC has worked for
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many years on the broadband initiative – assisting in the facilitation of the deployment of high-speed broadband in San Juan County. The EDC Board and staff are pleased that OPALCO has worked to clarify their strategy going forward in the broadband field, and that OPALCO has developed a well-balanced strategy which preserves the integrity of OPALCO’s electric business while positioning them to leverage their infrastructure for the community’s betterment. “Neighborhood Connections” are neighborhoods with enough preregistrations for OPALCO’s ultra-fast fiber network to make it financially feasible to install. By working with residents and homeowner associations in higherdensity neighborhoods to share the construction costs of extending the network, OPALCO can deploy fiberoptic-based broadband more quickly. With the neighborhood communities of San Juan County organizing to have a sufficiently large number of subscribers, construction costs can be paid by those subscribers as part of their subscription fees. The initial roll-out of the first Neighborhood Connection in the next few months will serve to demonstrate that OPALCO broadband can efficiently and effectively provide residents with highspeed fiber-based broadband, county-wide. The EDC’s mission is to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County, and the belief of the EDC’s board and staff is that a strong economy builds a strong community. Ultra-fast fiber broadband boosts economic activity, enabling small businesses to increase sales and connectivity through faster internet connections and to take advantage of economically efficient cloud-based business support services. Additionally, fiber networks can improve medical services, education, home automation and entertainment, all of which add to an improved quality of life for islanders. For more information on the broadband program, or to sign up for fiber services, visit islandnetwork. opalco.com. For more information about the county EDC’s work, visit www.sanjuansedc.org. County EDC
Solar in schools As superintendents of our San Juan Islands public schools, we believe in educating our students for the future. Renewable energy
is our future. We believe in providing our students with the tools they need to find meaningful work and make the best decisions for tomorrow. Collectively, we are excited for the opportunity to partner with Bonneville Environmental Foundation and the San Juan Islands Conservation District to bring renewable energy curriculum into our schools and install solar power without added cost for the schools. We applaud the partnership between Islands Energy, San Juan Islands Conservation District, OPALCO and Bonneville Educational Foundation. Each group is working toward the goal of raising funds and cultivating energy awareness. Schools are large consumers of energy, especially with the increased use of electricity-based technology. As a large consumer of energy, solar power makes financial sense and promotes good stewardship and responsibility for our environment. Now is the time to move into solar power because of the reduction in cost for photovoltaic panels the creation of the Community Solar for Our School program, which provides a unique funding model to put solar power into and onto our schools. Going solar also provides a valuable educational opportunity. Panels installed on rooftops become part of the classroom. Students will have first-hand experience of the practical benefits of solar panels. They will directly witness electricity generation from solar gain and have an understanding of how solar power can positively impact the environment. This is an opportunity for hands-on, onsite science. Students will be able to observe energy use and production in real time. Bonneville Education Foundation will provide teacher training and renewable energy curriculum for students at each of the schools on Lopez, San Juan, Orcas and Shaw Islands. By creating the reality of renewable energy in our local schools we are all demonstrating to our students and beyond the benefits of solar power. Community contributions are fundamental – that’s why we support the Community Solar for Our Schools. Bill Evans Lopez Superintendent Eric Webb Orcas Superintendent Richard Thompson SJ Superintendent Jennifer Swanson Shaw Superintendent
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ELECTION FROM 1 Kristine Lytton, D-Anacortes, is vying against San Juan Island’s Daniel Miller, Jr., Republican Party challenger, in the 40th District legislative race. Lytton said she “loves all her children equally” in regards to the many counties in her district. “I work for the 147,000 people in my district but the entire state’s economies are inter-related,” she said. Miller said his primary interests, if elected, are ferries, commerce and freedom and liberty. When asked by an audience member to explain what “freedom and liberty” means, he responded: “If you don’t know, I can’t explain it.”
County candidates The outcome of the November election will also determine who will manage three county offices for the next four years. The treasurer’s race pits two candidates making a first-ever bid for public office, Tony Fyrqvist and Rhonda Pederson, while two-term incumbent Joan White faces political newcomer Nancy Vejvoda in the non-partisan contest for clerk of the court (the position oversees business affairs of superior and juvenile courts).
Orcas School levy The Orcas Island School District is updating, modernizing and expanding its facilities to meet the current and future needs of students. The school board has determined that current funds are insufficient to implement these projects and voter approval of a levy for six years is being
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requested. The levy is for 2015 through 2020 to provide $500,000 for each of the six years for a total of three million dollars. The tax rate is expected to be 23 cents or less per $1,000 assessed value.
Proposition 1 – levy lid lift Proposition 1 would replace the 2009 property tax levy lid lift that is going to expire in 2015. The renewal would end in 2020 and will produce the same amount of revenue as the current levy. The levy is 18 cents per $1,000 assessed value. The amount generated is 20 percent of the county’s general fund property tax. The money will go toward senior services on all three major islands; WSU Extension programs; operation of county parks; support for county fair; public health services on all three islands; work release program; victim services; emergency management services; maintenance of county buildings and grounds and Islands’ Oil Spill Association equipment assistance. County Manager Mike Thomas said, “Things have gotten better but not so much that we don’t need this levy renewed. This is a continuation of what we have today. The average homeowner would pay $5
to $7 per month for the levy.” Nick Jones, a business owner from Lopez Island, spoke against the levy renewal. “I voted yes for this six years ago. The question is not whether or not we value government resources, it’s about government budget growth,” he said. “Yes the dollar amount per person is not huge but it’s cumulative for families ... when do we stop?” Jones called for “systemic changes” to a government structure that was set up in the early 1990s when commerce and building were booming in the county. He said San Juan County’s budget and expenditures are much higher than other rural communities. Thomas countered that higher cost of living in the San Juans makes that kind of comparison inaccurate. He also noted state funding for specific programs or projects makes the overall budget look larger than it is.
A 29-year-old Oregon woman died of an apparent drowning in a hot tub at a Deer Harbor home, Sept. 30, in mid-afternoon. Sheriff ’s deputies, emergency medical personnel and firefighters responded to the westside Orcas Island home after receiving an emergency call at about 3:15 p.m. Amanda May Ferguson, a Portland-area resident vacationing on the island with a friend at the time, was unconscious and unresponsive when the team of public safety personnel arrived at the scene.
According to the San Juan County Sheriff ’s Department, the person that made the emergency call immediately began trying to revive the woman, without success, after pulling her out of the hot tub. Emergency personnel were unable to resuscitate the woman after they arrived as well, the Sheriff ’s Department said. Deputy Prosecutor Amy Vira of the county prosecuting attorney’s office, which doubles as county coroner, said Ferguson was alone in the hot tub at the time she was found unconscious by a friend. About one hour had elapsed since she was last
seen alive and well in the hot tub, according to Vira. Prosecuting Attorney Randy Gaylord said Monday, Oct. 6, that local officials should know about whether other factors may have contributed to the death of the 29-yearold woman after results of autopsy are compiled and reviewed. An autopsy was performed by the Snohomish County Medical Examiner, he said. Gaylord said that drowning is the official cause of death pending results of the autopsy, which are expected in about six weeks.
Food and fund drive begins This year, the Orcas Island Food Bank has implemented new programs and is expanding its facility to better serve its clients. The board has partnered with Orcas Senior Services to implement a new senior outreach service that delivers groceries every Friday to seniors unable to leave their homes. They are in the process of placing a new 180-square-foot modular building behind the existing food bank building that will eliminate off-premises storage. They will be purchasing a new, large commercial refrigerator which was made possible by donors through the Orcas Island Community Foundation. The food bank is currently seeing an average of 388 client visits each month, representing approximately 864 family members, up slightly from 2013. To help the food bank, you can: Mail a check for any amount payable to the Orcas Island Food Bank, PO Box 424, Eastsound; arrange with your bank to make an automatic monthly or quarterly transfer of any given amount to OIFB; designate OIFB as a recipient in your endowment or legacy plan. Bring unused, unopened, non-perishable items to the drop box on the north side of the Food Bank building, located at 116 Madrona Street, or the Senior Center, Key Bank, or the Post Office in Orcas. Hold a food drive or fundraising event to benefit OIFB.
Clothing bank aids local families by COLLEEN SMITH Editor/Publisher
It is a 20-year tradition that has been keeping islanders warm throughout the winter. Dawn Parnell and the Orcas Adventist Fellowship have been holding a community clothing bank for two decades. It is a chance for people of all ages to pick up much-needed items for free.
“It started out of a necessity,” Parnell said. “I worked at the Primary Intervention Program at the school and I saw a lot of kids who needed clothing. At the time, there weren’t any resources on the island for that.” This year the event will be held over two days: Saturday, Oct. 18 from 3 to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. in the Orcas Christian School gymnasium.
Donations of clothing, bedding and towels can be dropped off at OCS through Oct. 17. Call 376-6683 or email at valaocs@gmail.com with questions. The community typically donates around 300 bags of clothing – everything from undergarments to pajamas to coats for all ages. Camp Orkila and Four Winds give clothing and sleeping bags that were left behind by campers. Many community members help sort the clothing. Parnell’s 79-year-old mother flies up from California every year to lend a hand. Any clothing that is not taken from the Orcas event
is given to family shelters on the mainland. Parnell also sends boxes of items to a small town in the Philippines where her son Graye often travels. Parnell used to rent the Oddfellows Hall but the event became so large that they moved to the OCS gym. “We have people line up before we open the doors,” Parnell said. She says many families come – even some from the mainland. It’s also a wellloved event for seniors. “Every year I meet someone I haven’t met before. That is the greatest blessing,” she said.
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Orcas homecoming Meet new Artworks building cafe owners ushers in fall
by MARTY ZIER Sports contributor
Football The Vikings (0-5) faced Friday Harbor (4-1) for the second meeting of the season ending in another loss, 30-6. Viking Coach Justin Frausto once again faced the top league Wolverine team missing players from an already numbers-challenged team that at best boasts a third of the Friday Harbor roster. But the Vikings played beyond their size, limiting the Wolverines to 16 first-half points in a fantastic defensive effort. The Viking defense only allowed two second-half touchdowns, an impressive effort by a tough group of boys. Never quitting and with the game clock at 0:00 time remaining, Orcas passed for a touchdown on the last play of the game after a defensive penalty gave the Vikings one last play to score on the Wolverines. Orcas travels to Bellingham this week.
Boys soccer The Vikings boys looked past a tough previous week with wins against Lopez and Cedar Park Christian MLT. On Oct. 7, the Vikings inked their second win against Lopez, matching their last score against the Lobos, 5-0. Orcas carried the momentum to Cedar Park Christian with a 2-0 win, taking the Eagles for the second time. The Vikings (5-7) enter the home stretch of the season with four games remaining. Orcas is bunched in
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Above: The high school celebrated homecoming with an assembly on Oct. 10. At top: Vikings gave it their all against Friday Harbor but lost 30-6 during the homecoming game. the middle of the pack with Friday Harbor and Grace Academy searching for a way to topple undefeated league leaders Mt. Vernon Christian and Providence Christian. The Vikings take on Shoreline Christian next.
Girls soccer The Lady Vikings hosted LaConner on Oct. 9 and lost 4-1. Orcas scored its third goal of the season against the Braves after Anneke Fleming passed to Adia Dolan who quickly placed the shot in the net. An improving Lady Viking team kept busy in the second-half track-
ing a Hurricane team that attacked with cross passes and well-placed shots. Next on the schedule is Friday Harbor.
Volleyball The Lady Vikings split the week with a win against Cedar Park Christian 3-0 and a loss to LaConner 3-0. The Vikings are 4-5 overall with only two league games remaining. Orcas will be looking to catch division leaders Darrington and Shoreline Christian with strong performances against Friday Harbor and Concrete this week.
Though the name is yet to be determined, Cheryl Helm and Chris Lohman are a very determined twosome who are the owners and operators of the new café to be located in the Artworks Building when it reopens. “We couldn’t be more excited about these two young people,” says Patsy Stephens, president of the Olga Strawberry Council. Chris and Cheryl’s mission statement reads “To create a warm, friendly gathering place for islanders and visitors to enjoy art and quality, nourishing food that highlights the seasons and abundance of the islands.” You might recognize Cheryl if you’ve dined at Roses Bakery and Cafe. She graduated from Culinary Arts School in 2000 from Orange Coast College in Southern California. It was her interest in farming and homesteading that originally brought her to Orcas in 2006 to intern at the Bullock’s Permaculture Homestead. She worked at Roses from 2006 to 2010 then moved to Portland, Ore., where she completed a Holistic Nutrition Program at the Wellspring School. In January of this year, Orcas called her back and she started working again at Roses. She also operates the Bramble Berry Farm located on the Youngren property. Chris graduated from Culinary Arts School in 1999 at Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute. He moved to Portland and worked as chef
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Cheryl Helm and Chris Lohman are looking forward to bringing local fare to their new café at the Artworks Building. of the Brasserie Montmarte from 2002 to 2004. In 2004, he relocated to and fell in love with Orcas where he worked as sous chef under Christina Orchid at Christina’s until 2006, then joined the Roses team until 2009 where he first met and worked with Cheryl. He,
like Cheryl, moved away from Orcas in 2009 and went to San Francisco. Serendipity reconnected Cheryl and Chris on Orcas; and equally serendipitous was the timing and need for a cafe in the Artworks building.
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Fight of a lifetime Annual cancer awareness special
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om and Karen Ritter have been married for 51 years. They have raised four daughters, moved across the country and faced countless obstacles along the way. Karen, 75, says cancer was just another one of many hurdles to overcome. “We have had a lot of problems and we have always worked together,” she said. “Every time you go through a battle and you come out victorious it brings you closer.” The Ritters moved to Orcas in 1995. Before that, Tom, 78, worked for the National Park Service in areas like Glacier, Denali, Mesa Verde, the Rocky Mountains and Lake Meade. He eventually landed a job as a parks superintendent in California.
Tom’s story In 2001, Tom was diagnosed with prostate cancer. His doctor on Orcas informed him that the best specialist was a urologist named James Gottesman in Seattle, but he added that it would be nearly impossible to get an appointment. All Karen heard was that he was the best. She described herself in a conversation with Gottesman’s receptionist as confident, very polite but firm and “I begged a little.” In the end, she got the appointment. “I believe in getting the best medical treatment available and all I need is a challenge,” she said. “I knew Tom had to see him ... he’s my husband and I wanted to take care of him.” By the spring, Tom had a biopsy that
confirmed his cancer. In June 2011, he had an operation to remove the prostate. By September, Tom was feeling well enough to travel to Glen Canyon, Ariz., and get on a house boat with old friends. He attributes his quick recovery to two things: early detection and carefully following the doctor’s instructions, including absolutely no lifting and drinking lots of water. For the last 13 years Tom has been cancer free. Tom formed what he calls the prostrate legion: a network of 50 people who can share contacts and information about cancer.
Karen’s story Just a year after Tom’s diagnosis, Karen’s doctor found skin cancer on the top of her ear. She recalls telling him, “Take as much of my ear as you need to, I don’t care.” The melanoma was caught early and still was on the surface and Karen has not had any other skin cancer issues. What she did learn from the experience is how critical it is to get checked. “It is really important for people who spent years in the sun to see a doctor,” said Karen, who grew up in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., playing on the beach under the sun. This belief in visiting the doctor came in handy last year when Karen went in for her yearly mammogram. “I am a great believer in mammograms,” she said. “There is talk in the news that it is not necessary, but I don’t think it’s true. Older women are at a higher risk. I go in
every year.” Last year Karen was four months late for her mammogram, which turned out to be a twist of fate in her favor. They discovered a lump so small Karen could not feel it. Turns out that little lump was cancerous. It was only three millimeters in size and when it was removed a month later it was 7 millimeters. “That tells you how fast it grows,” said Karen, who is cancer free now.
If she had attended her regular appointment four months earlier they might not have detected it until it was too late. Karen and Tom both say they are extremely thankful for the doctors and medical staff who helped to heal them. But their faith was the vital key in their recovery. “We have a very strong faith and we believe that our prayers and the prayers for us were a major factor in being calm and resolving the issue,” said Tom.
Orcas Island Cancer Support Group The Orcas Island Cancer Support Group is open to all who are affected by cancer whether as a patient, survivor, family member or friend of someone with cancer. The group is a no-cost confidential program that meets on the second Thursday of each month in the Fireside Room of the Community Church at 5 p.m. This last year there were presentations by Mark O’Neill, Rena Patty, Dr. Jim Litch, Dr. Rachel Bishop and representatives from the American Cancer Society. “We have been honored to have such highly qualified guest speakers who have provided valuable information on varied topics,” say organizers. We strive to provide courage for the journey, joy in the healing and hope for the future.” Call Bogdan or Carol at 376-4198 for more information about the group.
Marilyn Erly In Honor of a Survivor. XO, John
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San Juan County cancer services Who gets breast cancer? patient to her appointment. Another pilot was supposed to pick the woman up, but since it was still too foggy to land that pilot picked the patient up by car and he drove her home from the ferry landing. For more information about Mercy Flights or to arrange a flight, call 3763201 or 317-4086. The Orcas Island Cancer Support Group, led by Bogdan and Carol Kulminski, meets the second Thursday of each month in the fireside room of Orcas Island Community Church, 5-6 p.m. “Research shows that if you have a support group in what you're going through you have a better chance for surviving,” Bogdan said. “The treatment and recovery process will be so much better.” The support group offers a confidential atmosphere where patients, survivors, caregivers and family members can voice fears and concerns openly. The group strives to create a positive atmosphere, where participants will leave feeling elevated. “We try to work on the hope part,” he said. “We want to keep people up.” For more information on the support group call 3764198. Also on Orcas, Lahari, a hospice facility, supports in-home care funded through grants. Recipients often include cancer patients and Lahari offers free caregiver classes every quarter. For details call 1-888-685-1475 or visit www.laharionorcas.com. The Cancer Care Center at Peace Island Medical Center has brought services once only available off-island to Friday Harbor. The center provides infusion and specialty services, and administers chemotherapies, biologic medications, specialized injections, blood transfusions, central line maintenance
and labs, prophylactic phlebotomies, chemo education, and chemo survivorship appointments by teleconference. The Medical Center has recently started providing Reiki, reflexology and Jin Shin to its patients during infusion, at no extra cost to the patient. The service is possible through a grant from San Juan Community Foundation. They also provide free taxi rides for patients, between the ferry and the hospital, through Round Towner Taxi Service. “Our patients say we are a chemo ‘spa,’” said PIMC oncology nurse Dawn Alger. Friday Harbor’s Soroptomist International also helps coordinate transportation for patients seeking care outside of PIMC's services. The Cancer Treatment Transportation Project provides ferry tickets and transportation by car to appointments. Soroptomist also coordinates with the San Juan Eagles to provide flights when needed. Contact Julie Hanks at 317-5086 or visit www.sifri.org. San Juan Eagles Pilot and Coordinator Vicky Thalacker started the nonprofit flight program in 2001. The group provides about 200 flights between San Juan Island and the mainland each year. “We get the patient over there, into treatment, and back home so they can heal,” Thalacker said. “It’s pretty huge for a lot of people because they may need to take care of their family or job. It eliminates the stress.” The group’s pilots are all volunteers, pay for every-
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Living in the San Juan Islands, surrounded by so much natural beauty and a strong community is a gift and a privilege, but also comes with a unique challenge: transportation. A cancer diagnosis is one that no individual wants to receive, especially when many treatments are accessible only on the mainland. But there's a network of support across the San Juans to help ease the burden of travel and help get patients to where they need to be. Orcas Island Mercy Flights have several volunteer pilots who happily take to the sky to fly cancer patients to medical appointments, thereby reducing ferry and vehicle travel to mere minutes. Pilots mostly fly patients requiring radiation treatment to either Friday Harbor, Bellingham, Mount Vernon or Anacortes. Fuel costs range from $35 to $50, and pilots can be reimbursed half the expense from a fuel-fund supported by donations. All pilots are volunteers, and more are always needed. “We love to have pilots who want to do something to make them feel really good,” Mercy Flights Coordinator Audrey Wells said. “It’s very rewarding.” Mercy Flight pilots are willing to go above and beyond, too. Sometimes they take patients beyond the 25-mile radius for flights if cleared by the organization’s treasurer, and other times they may provide ground transportation if the weather prevents flying. Mid-fall this year it was too foggy to land in Anacortes, where a pilot was schedule to land with a dialysis patient. So the pilot flew to Skagit Airport instead, where he keeps a car, and then drove the
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thing themselves and “do it out of the goodness of their hearts,” Thalacker said. To contact San Juan Eagles, or for flight arrangements, call 378-4578. Lopez Island Hospice and Home Support is an all-volunteer organization offering grief and caregiver support groups, as well as rental medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and shower benches. Call 378-4474 or email admin@lihhs.org for more information. Many of these organizations work together to help county residents receive the care they need. Those living on outer islands are encouraged to contact these organizations for assistance. All of the nonprofits mentioned rely on donations and fundraisers to continue providing services to cancer patients. To donate, contact the organization at the contact numbers provided above.
October is breast cancer awareness month. Anyone can get the disease. For example, did you know: • The older a woman, the more likely she is to get breast cancer. • Young women can get breast cancer, even in their 20s. • White women are more likely to get breast cancer than women of any other racial or ethnic group. • African-American women are more likely to die from breast cancer than white women. • Men can get breast cancer. Out of every one hundred cases of breast cancer, one will occur in a man.
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The best way to find breast cancer early is to get screened. Talk to your health care provider about what screening tests are right for you. A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast and it is the best screening tool used today to find breast cancer early. A mammogram can find cancer in its earliest stages, even before a lump can be felt. All women age 40 and older should have a mammogram every year. If you are younger than 40 with either a family history of breast cancer or other concerns, talk with your health care provider about when to start getting mammograms or other screening tests, like an MRI, and how often to have them. A clinical breast exam is done by a health care provider who checks your breasts and underarm areas for any lumps or changes. Many women have a clinical breast exam when they get their annual exam. Women should have a clinical breast exam at least every three years between the ages of 20 and 39 and every year starting at age 40. – Susan G. Komen for the Cure
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‘Simply Jackie’ concert in November Solar power for Pianist extraordinaire Jon Kimura Parker will light up a dark November night with an incredible solo performance for the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival. The “Simply Jackie” Salon Concert will take place Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. at Orcas Center. The world of fantasy and “the fantastic” combine for the program. “The word ‘fantasy’ has inspired composers in many ways,” Parker says. “Schubert took the simplest possible theme and created his most overtly virtuosic work, the Wanderer Fantasy. Beethoven called his ‘Moonlight Sonata’ an ‘almost fantasy,’ alluding to the atmosphere created by the wellknown first movement. William Hirtz weaved together multiple Hitchcock soundtracks by Bernard Hermann in his latest fantasy, and Schumann chose
the fantasy form for what is often considered his most inspired work.” He said both Schubert and Schumann’s fantasies are considered to be among their most technically and artistically challenging works. “Beethoven’s ‘Moonlight Sonata’
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is among his most famous, and Hirtz’s stated intent in the Bernard Hermann Fantasy was to create a work ‘as effective as the Wizard of Oz Fantasy, a little easier on the hands, but in a virtuoso style,’” Parker said. A reception of light hors d’oeuvres and Thurston Wolfe wine will follow the concert. Tickets are $75. To purchase, email joyce@oicmf.org or call the OICMF office 376-6636. For info, visit www.oicmf.org. “You will be dazzled with Jackie’s brilliant technique, but long after the final notes of Jackie’s Fantasy program, you will be left with a sense of profound knowledge of having heard a true artist performing some of the most beautiful music ever written for solo piano,” said OICMF Artistic Director Aloysia Friedmann.
Crossroads lecture
The Future of Women in American Politics will be the final fall Crossroads lecture at the Orcas Center. The lecture is on Saturday, October 18 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 at Darvill’s, online at www.orcascrossroads.org, or at the door. Dr. Melody Rose, one of the nation’s leading experts on women and politics, has authored a number of awardwinning publications on the presidency, social policy and women in politics. Dr. Rose will explore the nuances of the American presidency, and reveals why we have yet to experience a female chief executive.
our island schools The Orcas Odd Fellows is challenging the community to match their $10,000 contribution to the Solar for Our Schools program. “What a great opportunity – helping kids learn about solar energy, and reducing the schools’ energy bills,” said Odd Fellows Noble Grand Robin Kucklick. “The kids and renewable energy are our future. We decided that as a group we would contribute $250 for each of 41 Odd Fellows ($10,250 total), and ask the community to at least match that. Let’s get this project going!” Kucklick added, “In addition to the community good of this program, the beauty of this contribution is that it’s a loan – we get our money back and can reuse it for other great causes, like our scholarship program. We hope that other organizations and community members will contribute to meet our challenge!” Michel Vekved, the Solar for Our Schools coordina-
Friday, October 24th
Madrona Room, Orcas Center 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
You are invited to a fun, informative, and most of all delicious event for the entire community to talk about the energy future of the San Juans. • Provide your input on San Juan Islands Energy Planning. • Celebrate the Community Solar for Our Schools program and recognize our outstanding contributors! • Drop by, exchange ideas, and enjoy a slice of pie or two! While bringing a pie is by no means mandatory, all delicious pies are welcome!
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tor, is excited about the contribution. “We are grateful for their contribution and welcome the challenge which will help us make a greater impact by generating more contributions.” The intent of this community project will be to put solar panels on the schools and provide renewable energy education for students. Odd Fellows will match up to $10,000 in contributions made to the Solar for Our Schools program by Nov. 30. Every dollar counts toward putting solar panels on our schools on Lopez, Orcas, San Juan and Shaw. All contributors within the OPALCO service territory are eligible for annual production incentive payments. This challenge grant adds to the fundraising momentum generated over the past couple months with contributions so far of $85,000 toward our overall goal of $200,000. Come hear about Solar for Our Schools at the upcoming Energy Pie Socials. You are invited to a fun, informative and most of all delicious event for the entire community to talk about the energy future of the San Juans. They are from 5 to 7 p.m. • Oct. 21, Lopez, Grace Hall • Oct. 23, San Juan, Brickworks • Oct. 24, Orcas, Orcas Center Madrona Room For more information: www.sjislandscd.org/community-solar, call 376-6621, or email solar@sjislandscd. org.
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Power of letting in
Orcas Family Health Center Flu Shot Clinics will be on Friday, Oct. 17 from 1 to 5 p.m. and two Wednesdays, Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call Orcas Family Health Center at 376-7778 to schedule your appointment.
Nicholas Corrin is an Ayurvedic yoga teacher, Oriental medicine practitioner and award-winning author based in Friday Harbor. He will present a workshop entitled “The Power of Letting In” on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Orcas Mandala Studio. The cost is $25 for pre-registered guests, $30 at the door. To register, contact Suzi Zobrist at suzi@orcasmandala.com or call 298-0218.
History Matinees have returned The Orcas Island Historical Museum’s Monthly Historical Matinee series will resume Sunday, Oct. 19 at 3 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center featuring Richard Blumenthal, author of “Maritime Place Names Inland Washington Waters.” Blumenthal’s depth of research into nautical charts, including Spanish, American and British archives, appears exhaustive. \From Boston Harbor near Olympia to Point Roberts his book is a treasure trove of information and well-illustrated throughout its 338 pages.
Book reading Darvill’s Bookstore will host a book talk and signing on Weds., Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. with Paul Roberts, author of “The Impulse Society.” The talk will be at the Emmanuel Parish Hall from 6 to 7 p.m. with a reception immediately following at Darvill’s Bookstore. At the heart of “The Impulse Society” is an urgent, powerful story: how the pursuit of shortterm self-gratification, once scorned as a sign of personal weakness, became the default principle not only for individuals, but for all sectors of our society.
DH bridge The Coast Guard 13th District received an application from San Juan County proposing the construction of a highway bridge over Deer Harbor. Parties wishing to make comments or seek further information should contact Steven Fischer, waterways management, bridge program using the following methods: 206-220-7282; Steven.M.Fischer3@uscg. mil; Steven Fischer, Bridge Administrator, Commander (dpw), Rm. 3510, Thirteenth Coast Guard District, 915 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98174-1067. Such requests should be mailed to arrive on or before Oct. 23, 2014.
Island Families” workshop series with two sessions to help parents reach their children more effectively and identify and employ the strengths of their individual parenting styles. The two sessions can be attended separately or in conjunction with each other. Both sessions will be held Saturday, Nov. 1 in the Lundeen Room at the Orcas Senior Center. • 9:30 to noon: “The Power of Relationships.” Five ways to connect more deeply with children, including discussions of teaching and guiding boys. •12:30 to 3 p.m.:
“Parenting styles and activities to do with your children.” Recognizing different styles but focusing on strengths of each), incorporating activities and music into parenting. Children’s House, Kaleidoscope, Montessori and Salmonberry have agreed to provide free care for students whose parents will be attending the workshops. Lunch will be served to students at the centers and parents or guardians attending the programs. Everything is free, but reservations before Oct. 29 are required. They can be made at any of the preschools.
Tree workshop There will be a “PreCommercial Thinning Workshop and Field Tour” on Orcas, Oct. 19. Northwest Certified Forestry will be hosting the third and final workshop in a series of events focused on forest health on the San Juan Islands. RSVP is required at kirk@nnrg.org or 316-9317.
Parenting series Bellingham-based Early Childhood trainer Ray Soriano will kick off the “Strengthening
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The highly acclaimed Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival was established 18 years ago by Aloysia Friedmann and Jon Kimura Parker who continue to serve as Artistic Directors and who, through their national reputation and artistic reach, are instrumental in attracting world-class musicians to perform during its three-week summer season. The Executive Director is a full-time, permanent year-round position leading all aspects of OICMF operations and administrative management encompassing Development, Finance, Community Outreach, management of full-time and volunteer staff, contracts, Music Education, and relationships with donors, supporters, and the Board. Ideal candidates will have a passion for the arts and a record of success and accomplishment as Executive Director, Assistant Director or Head of Development for an arts organization or foundation such as an orchestra, conservatory, festival, university department or program, museum or theater. The Executive Director is a highly visible and active member of the Orcas Island community and therefore is required to reside on Orcas Island. Interested parties are encouraged to view the OICMF website: www.oicmf.org/ employment. Potential candidates are invited to submit a letter and resume in confidence (electronic submissions preferred) with a summary of their accomplishments to: Jack Groban, jackgroban@oicmf.org, or in care of the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, P.O. Box 646, Eastsound, WA 98245, Attn: Jack Groban.
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Avoiding telephone fraud by LIZ TAYLOR
I don’t write much about telephone elder scams — it’s like warning against the ocean. Those who need to hear the message aren’t listening, and the rest seem already on top of it. Hmm, maybe not. Telemarketers seem to be getting wilier and more deceptive every day. Being on the federal “do not call” list doesn’t matter anymore – I receive calls repeatedly from people trying to sell me things, including on Lopez – at least once a day. It’s hard to report them – many are robo calls or don’t say their company name. Some call and call and call to catch me when my “nos” are weak. Others use scare tactics about my safety or Social Security. Others call from phony nonprofits, trying to squeeze a few tear-soaked dollars from me. A police benevolent group is the latest. The most recent wrinkle: when I asked yesterday what the caller was selling, he replied, “Oh, I’m not selling anything – I just want to send you a free ...” In all things, be especially careful of “free.” I worked in federal consumer protection for 11 years and learned a hard and fast rule: never ever say “yes” to unsolicited phone calls. The one time (years ago) that I didn’t follow my rule – it was from the Seattle Ballet, and I thought, “This must be legitimate,” it was a scam. Back to the beginning: never say yes to an unsolicited phone call! An industry that’s alive and well in this country sells lists of telephone numbers and addresses based on their owners’ demographics – age, income, and gender. For certain businesses – like hearing aids, emergency call systems, funerals, Medicare scams, and other products used by older people – the lists can be goldmines. A few years ago I received a letter from a reader with an easy, simple way to thwart the bad guys: “Yesterday my 80-year-old mother got a phone call from a man who asked for the name of her bank because he had $8,000 for her. She couldn’t remember who her bank was and called me to ask. I said it sounded like a scam. The guy called her again and was impatient when she told him to call me but couldn’t remember my number. Fortunately, my mom can see the humor and advantage of her memory lapses. We laughed a bit but were concerned. Then a friend suggested I write a script for all calls asking my mom for her bank or financial information. We did and typed it up in large print and placed it near her phone. I think others will be interested. Here it is: ‘My son/daughter handles all my accounts. You can reach him at __________.” If they call again, say, “Please send details in writing to _____________.” If the caller is rude, hang up. If they keep calling, say, “I’m calling the police!’” With a little creativity, we can develop simple systems like this to protect our interests when our guard is down. Liz Taylor has worked in the aging field for almost 40 years. You can reach her at lizt@agingdeliberately.com.
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‘Le Nozze di Figaro’ The Met: Live in HD’s second opera of the season is the new production of Mozart’s classic comedic masterpiece, “Le Nozze di Figaro” (The Marriage of Figaro) streaming live to Orcas Center on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. Met Music director James Levine conducts a nuanced production of Mozart’s masterwork, directed by Richard Eyre who sets the opera in the early 1900s. He takes his cues from Jean Renoir’s film “The Rules of the Game” which was inspired by Beaumarchais’ 1784 original play on which Mozart’s opera is also based. Tickets are $18, $13 for students, $2 off for Orcas Center members, and may be purchased at www.orcascenter.org or by calling 376-2281.
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SAN JUAN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICES San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SIX-YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 2015 - 2020 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on a Resolution Approving the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program 2015-2020. The public hearing will be held in the Council Hearing Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 beginning at 9:15 AM. The hearing may be continued from time
to time and place to place as may be desired by the Council without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed Resolution. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Council will deliberate and consider modifications to the Resolution that are proposed by members of the public, county employees or the Council. The proposed Resolution may then be adopted with or without modifications. All persons wishing to be heard on this matter are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted
in advance of the hearing by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please deliver 5 copies of all written comments to the Clerk of the San Juan County Council at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor or mail to 355 Court Street#1, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The Resolution is filed at the Office of the County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA and may be inspected and copies obtained at the Council offices during each business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Resolution may also be viewed 24 hours a day at the County website at http://www.sanjuanco.com/ council/displayagenda.aspx#home. A copy of the proposed Resolution
will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact the Clerk of the County Council at 360-370-7470 and/or Rachel E. Dietzman, P.E., County Engineer at 360 370 0500. LEGAL NO. SJ592857 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder October 8, 15, 2014. NOTICE OF REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING: The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on Friday, October 17, 2014 at French Camp on Canoe Island.
The meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. Public comment time is scheduled for 9:15 a.m. The public is welcome at every monthly Land Bank Commission meeting. Judy Cumming San Juan County Land Bank 350 Court Street #6 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 LEGAL NO. SJ594074 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder October 15, 2014.
COMBINED NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS & HEARINGS Tax Parcel Number, Other Existing SEPA End Date Project Applicant/Agent Name Date of Date Hearing Hearing Hearing Project Required Environmental Threshold for SEPA Comments and Address Application Complete Body Place Date Location, and Island Permits* Documents DET Comments End Date** 271341015 Rosa Montgomery,c/o Robin PPROV0 Vacation rental 127 Montgomery Ln Myers, 4249 NE D Ave., 8/8/14 10/1/14 Exempt 11/5/14 -14-0041 Orcas Island Neobu, OR 97364 Court remanded 260724011 Hearing Islanders Durland/Fennel Hearing Examiner 117 Legend Lane Examiner Bank PAPL00 PO Box 203 11/12/14 Deer Harbor No public admin -09-0004 decision on appeal Deer Harbor, WA 98243 of a building permit Orcas island testimony bldg 171922001 Gary Tone, c/o Permit PPROV0 430 Gafford Lane Resources, PO Box 1001, Vacation rental 9/8/14 9/8/14 Exempt 11/5/14 -14-0038 Orcas Island Eastsound, WA 98245 352932002 Matt Claussen PPROV0 2575 Bailer Hill Rd 2575 Bailer Hill Road Vacation rental 9/18/14 9/18/14 Exempt 11/5/14 -14-0039 San Juan Island Friday Harbor, WA 98250 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in Application Comments: Any file may be examined by appointment during regular business hours at the San Juan County the Islanders Bank Admin. Building downstairs meeting room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor. Planning Community Development & Planning at 135 Rhone Street, Friday Harbor, WA. Anyone desiring to comment on the Notice of Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person desiring to comment prior to the hearing shall Application can do so by submitting a written statement to CD&P at P. O. Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA 98250, no later than the end date for project comments specified above. Anyone who desires to provide testimony in the public hearing or desires submit a statement in writing to CD&P, PO Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may also be submitted at the hearing. A copy of the staff report for this hearing may be obtained from CD&P a copy of the decision for this project may do so contacting CD&P. A copy of the staff report for this project may be obtained generally 7 days prior to the public hearing. from CD&P generally 7 days prior to the public hearing. * As directed by applicant, per UDC18.80.030.A.3.f (360) 378-2354 * (360) 378-2116 * Fax (360) 378-3922 * cdp@sanjuanco.com ** Per UDC 18.80.030.B.- Suggested Project Comments End Date Permit Number
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NOTICE OF DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner decisions are posted on the County website at: sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx LEGAL NO. SJ1159247 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder, OCTOBER 15, 2014
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Rosario Resort & Spa The Mansion Restaurant Breakfast: 8 am–11 am daily Lounge: Sun–Thurs: 12pm–9pm Fri & Sat 12pm–10pm Dinner: Sun–Thurs: 5pm–9 pm Fri & Sat: 5pm–10pm Happy Hour: Mon–Thurs 3 pm–5 pm Moran Lounge 3 pm–9 pm Daily (until 10pm on Fri and Sat) Happy Hour 3 pm–5 pm Mondays–Thursdays
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The Madrona Bar & Grill Lunch & Dinner 11:30 am–9 pm (Sun–Thurs) 11:30 am–10 pm (Fri & Sat) 3 pm–6 pm Happy Hour (M–F) 310 Main St , 376-7171
Tee-Jay’s Tacos/ Oddfellows Wed noon–3 pm Thurs & Fri noon–6 pm Tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, rice & beans 376-6337
Pizzeria Portofino Dine-In/Take-Out Open Daily 12 pm–9 pm for lunch & dinner 274 A St (Off N. Beach Rd.) 376-2085
White Horse Pub Open at 11:30 am, daily Serving food until 10 pm Mon–Sun until 9 pm Happy hour is 3–6 pm, discounted food and drink. 246 Main St, 376-PUBS
WEST SOUND
West Sound Café Wed–Sun Starting Oct 9 5:00–8:30 Thurs–Sat 4362 Crow Valley Road
ORCAS LANDING
Orcas Hotel Octavia’s Bistro Mon–Sun Bar 4–9 pm Dinner 5–8:30 pm Orcas Hotel Cafe Mon–Thurs 6 am–5:30 pm Fri–Sun 6 am–6:30 pm www.orcashotel.com, 376-4300
A bundle of kittens! Cindi, Roxie, Rick and Millie just arrived at the Orcas Animal Shelter, resting after a day of playtime. Hurry in, any day from 2 to 5 p.m. to take your pick. You’ll also see them on the web at www. orcaspets.org or call 376-6777.
DEER HARBOR
Deer Harbor Inn Restaurant Open Fri, Sat, Sun nights from 5–9 pm deerharborinnrestaurant.com 376-1040 To advertise call 376-4500 Cost: $12 per listing, 6 lines max.
Prices effective: 10/15 thru 10/21 See this week’s insert for more! Open Mon - Sat 8 am to 9pm, Sun 10am - 8pm
(360) 376-6000 Lotto
Joe’s Offroad Potato Chips
Scott Bath Tissue
9
Selected Varieties
$ 49
5
2/$
12 roll
Napoleon Artichoke Hearts
In Water, Selected Varieties
5
2/$
13.75 oz.
5 oz.
Napoleon Organic Olive Oil Extra Virgin
11
$
99 1 liter