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Basement fire ruins three businesses, shuts down Pacific Highway for hours Tuesday morning BY RAECHEL DAWSON

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A student was hit by a Federal Way Public Schools bus in front of Federal Way High School on Thursday morning. The 15-year-old girl was in the crosswalk at South 308th and Pacific Highway South when she was hit, according to police. She was taken to the hospital in serious condition. Pacific Highway South was closed in both directions for the investigation. There were 11 elementary students inside the bus at the time of the accident, said to Debra Stenberg, communications director. The school district is investigating the incident. “While we don’t know the exact circumstances yet, per our normal protocol, the bus driver is placed on administrative leave during the course of our investigation,” Stenberg said. The school district sent counselors to Federal Way High School so they could be available for students needing to speak to someone. Counselors were also sent to talk to students that were on the bus in case any of them were affected by the accident. “Our thoughts are with the student and her family,” Stenberg said.

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Above, South King Fire and Rescue work to put out a business complex fire, located in the 29200 block of Pacific Highway S., the morning of Oct. 14. Contributed photo Left, Awards by Wilson, Sin on Skin Tattoo and Body Piercing and unoccupied business All Martial Arts Supplies were damaged in the fire firefighters believe originated in the basement of the building. Police suspect a marijuana grow operation may be the cause of the fire that caused hours of traffic delays that morning. Contributed photo

he Federal Way Police Department has obtained a search warrant on the business that went up in flames Tuesday morning. Cathy Schrock, a spokeswoman with the police department, said South King Fire and Rescue officials suspected a marijuana grow operation in the basement of the commercial building located at the 29200 block of Pacific Highway S. as they worked to control the fire. The fire extensively damaged businesses Sin on Skin Tattoo and Body Piercing, Awards by Wilson and unoccupied business All Martial Arts Supplies after a 911 call came in at around 6 a.m. by the tattoo shop owner. Schrock said police were unable to investigate Tuesday because it was a fire scene but executed the search warrant Wednesday to determine if there was a marijuana grow operation and whether it was legal or not. A Department of Corrections officer served an arrest warrant at the tattoo shop on Oct. 9 and Federal Way police were called to assist. Schrock said police did not enter the building, nor was the there a search on the building. “Even the name of the suspect at this point is not known, as it was a department of corrections arrest warrant,” Schrock said. But otherwise, the police department had no prior contact or complaints of criminal activity at the businesses. The parameters of legally growing medical marijuana are defined by state law and interpreted by the King County Prosecutor’s Office. Currently, the medical marijuana laws authorize a grower to have 15 plants. Upon the execution of the warrant, the Federal Way Police Department will determine whether there is probable cause of a crime and, if so, the case will be referred to the prosecutor’s office for formal charges.

Federal Way mayor delivers first city 2015-16 biennial budget proposal BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com

No layoffs, no cuts and new hires. Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell delivered a structurally balanced budget proposal to City Council on Oct. 7. It’s one that promises to restore the city after many lean years sparked by the Great Recession. “For the first time in well over a decade, if not more, ongoing operations are now funded, all of them are now funded by ongoing

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budget: Give union and non-union represented city employees a cost of living raise. “Where city services interact with the public, it’s on a real need basis, so we have been operating on an incredibly lean manner for the past few years and one of the challenges I had when I came on was there had not been a cost of living increase for city employees for six years, and so that’s one of the first things we did,” Ferrell said in an interview, noting that human

capital and institutional knowledge are invaluable. With personnel eating up about 75 percent of operating costs, Ferrell said some of the challenges with the budget included juggling health insurance costs with the limited growth in tax revenue. Between 2008 and 2012, the city’s workforce decreased from 353.35 full-time employees to 278.4. But this biennial budget considers the 10.32 additional full-time em[ more BUDGET, page 34]

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involving fuel credit cards belonging to commercial trucking companies. The charges against Ram include 16 counts of identity theft in the first degree and one count of conspiracy to commit identity theft in the first degree. Over the 12 months the fraud occurred, Ram cost the trucking companies more than $582,000, according to a news release from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Detectives were able to connect more than 1,000 fraudulent credit card transactions to Ram. He also had a credit card scanning device in his home when Washington State Patrol conducted a search in 2012. In total, the investigation lasted 11 months. This isn’t the first time the defendant has been arrested for crimes of this nature. In 2009, Ram was arrested for stealing fuel cards and then using them to sell fuel to drivers at a cheaper rate. He was released from prison and committed the new offenses shortly after. Standard Standard of Ram’s co-conspirUS Two Postage US Postage PAIDPAID ators, Damiun Prasad and Tacoma, WA Tacoma, WA were also Manny Chuks, Permit # 899 Permit # 899pleaded guilty arrested and to one count of identity theft in the first degree and one count of conspiracy to commit identity theft in the first degree. Prasad and Chuks will likely receive nine months of work release.

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group of Democrats, including Federal Way City Council members Martin Moore and Lydia Assefa-Dawson, formed a coalition last week to back the Democrat-turned-Republican Senate candidate Mark Miloscia. Democrats throughout the state have joined the coalition, including current and former legislators. But looking at the list of Democrats supporting Miloscia, many of them have deviated from traditional Democratic lines, said state party chair Jaxon Ravens. “I don’t think it has a lot of weight,” Ravens said about the coalition. Instead of a challenge, the coalition is a group of faux Democrats making an effort to appear bipartisan, he said. Tim Burns, chair of the 30th District Democrats, agreed.

He also noted Assefa-Dawson probably feels “in debt to Martin for her position and therefore he’s leading her down the path.” Assefa-Dawson did not respond to the Mirror’s request for comment. Burns added that Moore’s support of Miloscia is a “bone of contention” with the Democratic Party. “It’s not playing well with the Democratic Party,” he said, noting Democrats will weigh that when Moore is up for re-election. However, from the coalition’s standpoint, the goal is to elect the most qualified leader — and that is Miloscia, Moore said. Miloscia, who is challenging candidate Shari Song for the seat, has been a mentor to Moore since Moore was in high school. Moore has also seen Miloscia active in the community, subbing at schools and feeding the homeless.

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In addition, Moore has worked with Miloscia and knows he gets results, Moore said. Miloscia’s support of affordable housing is why Assefa-Dawson supports him, she said in a press release. Miloscia has lived in Federal Way for nearly three decades and has served 14 years in the state House of Representatives. In 2005 and again in 2006, Miloscia was awarded the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance’s “Housing Hero” award. Moore expects to have many conversations regarding the coalition, and hopes to help the public trust Miloscia, as he does, Moore said. Though some people will undoubtedly be upset by the coalition, Miloscia is the leader who will be able to meet others in the middle and get results, Moore said. “Our goal is to do everything we can to make sure Mark gets elected,” Moore said.

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ing County Elections mailed ballots this week to nearly 1.2 million registered voters for the Nov. 4 general election. Federal Way’s 30th Legislative District has three open seats on the ballot and six candidates, including state Senate candidates Mark Miloscia and Shari Song, and House of Representative candidates Greg Baruso, incumbent Linda Kochmar, Jack Dovey and incumbent Roger Freeman. Don’t forget to also vote for one of the two candidates to represent our 9th Congressional District — U.S. Rep. Adam Smith or newcomer Doug Basler. King County Elections has forecast a turnout of 62 percent for this election. If you’ve been following along so far, you know who the candidates are and that two of the legislative races have heated up. If you want to learn more about the candidates, please check out the Mirror’s special political section this week on pages 16-23 in this issue. You will also notice in this issue that we’ve dedicated a lot of space for election letters. Our goal is to try and publish as many election letters as possible before the general election. However, our last issue we will publish letters is next week, Oct. 24. Most publications, including the Mirror, stop publishing election letters about two weeks prior to the election to avoid any last-minute potshots at the candidates. This means residents and candidates will need to submit letters to the editor by 5 p.m. this Wednesday, Oct. 22. Any letters received after that date, and any letters that we are unable to fit in next week’s print edition, will be published online. However, we will be dedicating another large section to election letters next week as well, if necessary. I encourage residents to sound off on whatever election issues that are important to you by submitting a letter to editor@federalwaymirror.com. In addition, the public is invited to attend the Mirror’s candidates’ forum at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at the Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club.

Candidates’ stances on gun measures It would probably be impossible to have an election that didn’t have at least one controversial initiative on the ballot to help boost turn out. And this year’s hot topic: guns. There are two competing gun measures. One, Initiative 594, would expand background checks to include private firearms transfers between individuals, including gun shows. Now, only licensed dealers such as retail stores have that requirement. The intention is to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and others who shouldn’t have them. There are several exemptions, including antique guns, gifts between family members and loans at shooting ranges. The gun rights supporters favor the competing initiative, 591, which is designed to undermine I-594 and negate any change. The initiatives are not complex but opponents of I-594, led by gun rights support-

ers, have tried to cloud the issue and make it seem more intrusive than it really is. Supporters of I-594 feel that there is a hole in the background check system that could allow individuals who should not have guns, or were possibly denied at a licensed firearm dealer, to get around the system by buying at a gun show or in other ways that are not reviewed by authorities. A recent article in the Seattle Times noted that “in 2013 nearly 30 percent of the 3,919 background check denials in the state were from people trying to buy handguns.” This is a significant increase since 2004 when only 3 percent were for handguns. The same article also published the top five reasons individuals are denied buying a gun based on background checks: 1. Convicted of a crime punishable by more than a year in prison — 1,526 [ more ROEGNER, page 6 ] Bob Roegner

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Injustice to impugn Dovey’s wife’s good name I am writing about your article about Jack Dovey’s financial woes. I would like to defend his wife Jennifer Dovey. I have known her for nearly 30 years starting with her teaching days. Since she became a realtor 26 years ago, she has built a reputation as a respected, conscientious and very successful broker. In addition, she has

found time to be treasurer of the Federal Way Community Garden Foundation and a board member of the Federal Way Caregiving Network. She also manages her family’s real estate investments. As most of these are free and clear of mortgages, I am sure keeping up with all the tax payments could well mean the odd one falls through the cracks. With all the demands on her time that extended to organizing her daughter Jeneca’s wedding this year, and included supporting her husband through his financial challenges, is it any wonder something was overlooked? It would be a gross injustice for your article to impugn her integrity and good name.

Marylyn Gates, Federal Way

Re-elect Freeman, a man with heart Rep. Roger Freeman is a true man of God and a great leader of our community. He is a brilliant attorney, state representative and family man. I had the pleasure of meeting Roger and his beautiful family four years ago at the church I attend. I so admire Roger and his family for their love, compassion and faith in the Lord. Roger and his wife are very active in our church as sunday school teachers and Roger is also leader over the prayer ministry. Roger believes strongly in the power of prayer and is a great example of what a man in Christ looks and acts like. Even though Roger is facing challenges in his own life, he continues to be faithful and

strong as he works hard to support us. His spirit is full of love, joy and hope. Roger is a fighter and does not let anything get him down. He is an inspiration to all that know him. Roger has had a very successful first term, in which six legislative bills were passed into law. He has also secured $2.6 million for the 30th District. He is endorsed by our local firefighters and teachers. Roger has a big heart for people and his community. He cares about important issues that we are all concerned with, such as education and our economy. He is also a strong advocate for people with disabilities, cancer and supports local businesses in our community. He is the type of person we need to continue to have representing us in Olympia. As election day is fast approaching, I strongly urge

you to re-elect Roger Freeman for state representative and advocate in Olympia for the people of the 30th Legislative District. Ballots will be in our mailboxes within the next couple of weeks. Please remember to vote and mail your ballots in early. Re-elect Roger Freeman who hears our voices and understands our concerns. Roger Freeman is the kind of man we want advocating for us in Olympia.

Karen Wilburn, Federal Way

Republican flyer does not contain grain of truth My wife received another of those mailers sent out by “Working Families.” Sure, it says in the fine print that no candidate authorized the ad, but curious minds wonder why a candidate with unquestioned integrity doesn’t step in, straighten them out

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www.federalwaymirror.com [ ROEGNER from page 4] 2. Convicted of certain crimes or protection\no contact orders related to domestic violence — 1,433 3. Fugitive from justice — 374 4. Convicted of certain drug offenses — 243 5. Committed for mental health issues — 212 Does that read like a list of people that should be allowed to obtain a gun? Almost 4,000 people who shouldn’t have a gun tried to get one. How many of them then went to gun shows after they were denied? And last year four people in our community were murdered at the Pinewood apartments in what started out as a domestic violence issue. Look at number two on the list again. Recently the major parties announced their positions. The state Democratic Party supports I-594 and the state Republican Party supports I-591 At a recent debate, legislative candidates in the 30th District were asked which initiative they supported. Supporting I-594, were incumbent House member Roger Freeman (D), House candidate Greg Baruso (D), Senate candidate Shari Song (D) and incumbent House member Linda Kochmar (R). Supporting I-591, were House candidate Jack Dovey (R), who is running against Freeman, and Kochmar. Two oddities were noted by many in attendance. Kochmar voted for both. However, she later clarified that she is opposed to I-594 and in favor of I-591. Also, Mark Miloscia who is running against Song for the Senate did not vote. His campaign says he will study the issue. They also pointed out that the issue was not in front of the Legislature at this time. That is correct, however, gun issues are introduced almost every session and knowing what Miloscia and the other candidates are likely to support might help constituents make up their minds about who to vote for. What is likely the real issue is Miloscia came out of the primary with a big lead and has been trying to appeal to both Democrats and Republicans and probably doesn’t want to take a stand on what might offend either group of voters. Real leadership means taking that risk. Let’s hope Miloscia takes a position prior to election day.

Federal Way resident Bob Roegner is a former mayor of Auburn. Contact him at bjroegner@comcast.net.

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Clients of the state’s Women, Infants, and Children Nutrition Program can now only buy 1 percent or nonfat milk. The change that started this month better aligns the program with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and other programs, such as Head Start and the School Lunch and Breakfast Program, which already offers only 1 percent milk or nonfat milk. The

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: Mr. Federal Way, I was driving past a convenience store in Federal Way when I saw a sign that said Rockstar energy drinks were EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) approved for food stamp participants. Why are they approved when vitamins aren’t? A: According to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 defines eligible food as “any food or product for home consumption and also includes seeds and plants, which produce food for consumption by SNAP households.” It does preclude

alcohol, tobacco products, vitamins, medicine and hot food. Rockstar energy drinks are considered a soft drink that can be consumed, and therefore are allowed for purchase. The program points out that throughout history, Congress has considered placing limits on the types of food that could be purchased with program benefits but backtrack when they realize how expensive it will be. “… Designating foods as

luxury or non-nutritious would be administratively costly and burdensome,” the SNAP report states. So, energy drinks with nutrition facts are OK, while energy drinks with supplement facts are not because they’re classified as supplements. Mr. Federal Way has never been on food stamps but knows a few people who are or have been. Energy drinks seem to be a food of luxury, while vitamins a necessity,

but Mr. Federal Way has to point out that if you take energy drinks off the list, then the door is open to soda, sweets and junk food. And where do you draw the line at junk food? Are crackers marketed as natural or healthy, but have more fat, sodium and calories than potato chips, considered junk food? It’s a slippery slope when you start putting food in categories. While it’s obviously important for Americans — on food stamps or not — to recognize the importance of eating healthy, Mr. Federal Way gets an uneasy feeling when government gets involved

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in dictating what goes in someone’s refrigerator. Q: Mr. Federal Way, don’t you just love political season? The contention on hot topics, slander and deep-seated competition blends perfectly with autumn’s crisp air. It screams “America.” Will you be at the Mirror’s political candidate forum on Oct. 22? A: Ahh, Mr. Federal Way will be watching somewhere in the room and waiting for the slip of the tongue and prompting panelists with questions that demand proper answers. Will Mark Miloscia be able to avoid a stance on gun control? Can Shari Song convince the community she’s not a carpetbagger? Is Jack Dovey prepared to explain his

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six months of age and older as soon as providers have it available. It’s especially important for high-risk groups: young children, older people, pregnant women, and people with certain medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, lung diseases, heart diseases and neurologic conditions. There are more vaccine options available this season than ever before, including the standard flu shot for people six months and older, intradermal (smaller needle) for adults 18 to 64 years of age, the high-dose flu shot for adults 65 and older, nasal spray for healthy people (except pregnant women) between the ages of two and 49, a cell-based flu vaccine, and an egg-free option for people 18 through 49 years of age. All flu vaccines protect against three strains of flu virus and some protect against a fourth strain. All flu vaccine offers protection and there’s no preference for one vaccine over another, except for one. The Centers for Disease

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federal and state tax mishaps and is Roger Freeman going to address his health? How will Greg Baruso make a name for himself against Linda Kochmar, who, by the way, also needs to grow a backbone and tell the public her position on Initiatives 594 and 591. Yes, Mr. Federal Way also loves election season. Election day is nearly as fun as Christmas — just add cocoa. Q: Mr. Federal Way, how is working with an all-female editorial staff compared to the all-male staff before? A: None of your business.

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ulti-Service Center hosted its first inaugural regional luncheon to support programs that provide help, hope and change for South King County residents at Emerald Downs on Wednesday. The Multi-Service Center Helps Luncheon guests experienced the impact of the organization’s programs through the stories of three individuals who are on the path to success because of the programs. Multi-Service Center community leader Tom Medhurst spoke and

King 5’s Meeghan Black emceed the event. The total raised for the day was $42,750. “One of the things MSC does is help veterans, which I appreciate because I am a veteran,” said Bob Celski, Federal Way City Councilman. “The path to civilian life can be extremely challenging and we need programs like MSC to help.” The Multi-Service Center Helps Luncheon, a missionfocused fundraising event, provided an opportunity for the community to learn about the myriad of services the organization provides for families and individuals in need. Multi-Service Center

is a nonprofit social service provider in South King County, helping povertystricken people through support and resources in education, employment, housing, energy assistance, food and clothing. Former Federal Way Public Schools Superintendent Tom Vander Ark was the keynote speaker. Vander Ark is now an author of the novel, “Getting Smart: How Digital Learning is Changing the World” and chief executive officer of Getting Smart, a learning advocacy firm. Ark is also a partner in Learn Capital, an education venture firm. Vander Ark talked about

attacking poverty through education and working to ensure students that are impoverished have the tools they need to succeed. “Kids growing up in poverty bring adverse childhood experiences into schools in the form of traumatic stress,” he said. “They are more likely to be impulsive, distrustful, preoccupied and tuned out.” Vander Ark said one way to help students is through participating in and contributing to programs, such as Multi-Service Center. “We need to get together to support organizations like MSC that help us erase poverty and give people

Former Federal Way Public School District Superintendent Tom Vander Ark spoke about helping end poverty through education at a luncheon hosted by the Multi-Service Center at Emerald Downs on Oct. 15. SARAH KEHOE, the Mirror the tools they need to learn and grow,” he said. Vander Ark also spoke about his

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Council committee upholds marijuana business ban, addresses medical side The ordinance to potentially ban all recreational marijuana-related businesses in Federal Way will go before the City Council for a final vote Oct. 21 why I want the ordinance to go the way the Planning Commission he potential ban recommended it,” said on all recreational Councilman Bob Celski, marijuana-related committee chair, addbusinesses in Federal Way ing that he will go into progressed on more detail at Oct. 6 after the “... I’m worried the Council Land Use and about the safety of meeting. “… I’m Transportation worried about our youth. I worry Committee the safety of our about the affect unanimously youth. I worry voted to this is going to about the affect uphold the have on drivers. I’m this is going to Planning concerned about the have on drivers. Commission’s I’m concerned recommenda- image our city may about the image garner if we allow our city may tion. The ordithe production, garner if we alnance will process and sale of low the producgo before the tion, process marijuana.” Federal Way and sale of Councilman Bob Celski City Council marijuana.” on Oct. 21 for The Planning a final vote beCommission fore it becomes heard a staff presentacity law. tion on Sept. 17, which “For me personally, recommended the city there’s several reasons establish specific zones BY RAECHEL DAWSON

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Marijuana was legalized in Washington after a statewide vote in November 2012. Courtesy of Sensible Washington for marijuana retail stores and processing and production facilities after the year-long moratorium expired on Nov. 5. But they voted to do away with the zoning regulations and ban it altogether. One commissioner said there was a lack of information but others were concerned the available locations were too aligned with the areas available for group homes for sex offenders and other highrisk businesses.

The Land Use and Transportation Committee, comprised of Celski and Councilwomen Lydia Assefa-Dawson and Kelly Maloney, was also tasked with addressing medical marijuana businesses, as there is a year-long moratorium on those as well. City staff said at the meeting that other cities have handled medical marijuana businesses in the same way as recreational marijuana shops. Ultimately, the committee voted to recommend

extending the moratorium on medical marijuana another six months because they felt there wasn’t enough information to include those businesses in the ban set to go before Council. Maloney said medical marijuana has been legal for a while and it is important to have that conversation surrounding those businesses separate from the recreational side of it all. After the committee had already voted, one citizen decided to give comment last minute. John Tsakonas, a marijuana retail license applicant in Federal Way, said the Liquor Control Board legalizing the businesses would produce a lot of extra money for other projects. “They told me, but they won’t tell me in writing, that all the cities that participate in this will have a task force, which is what a major part of the state [funds] will go toward, to fight the illegal drug problem, which is just the kids dealing drugs,”

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Tsakonas said. “Anybody doing illegal drug dealing, they’re gonna go after them with vengeance.” Mikhail Carpenter, a spokesman with the Washington State Liquor Control Board, said the extra money for such a task force was untrue to his knowledge and could not confirm Tsakonas’s statement. But Tsakonas mentioned how easy it was to obtain a medical marijuana license and that those businesses don’t pay taxes. “It’s almost kind of pathetic in what they get away with,” he said. “I think if you legalize, if you put a legal store here, it would benefit the city.” To state your opinion on whether the city should ban recreational marijuana facilities in Federal Way, attend the City Council meeting at 7 p.m. on Oct. 21 and provide feedback during the public comment portion. Contact the entire Council by emailing council@cityoffederalway. com.

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TJ BOYS TENNIS WINS TITLE

By going undefeated in 2014, the Thomas Jefferson High School boys tennis team won their sixth consecutive SPSL title and are in the midst of a 63 match winning streak. The SPSL tournament was held on Friday, Saturday, and Monday, and concluded with the finals on Thursday. In singles, Alex Chan played Niko Convento from Graham Kapowsin. In doubles, it was an all Thomas Jefferson final as Cameron Martin and Donavon Gomez played Michael Ziccarelli and Justin Park.

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Todd Beamer cross country captain inspires teammates BY SARAH KEHOE skehoe@fedwaymirror.com

odd Beamer High School senior Austin Jex takes his responsibilities as team captain for his cross country team seriously. “It was really humbling and flattering to be made captain and I really want to make a difference for our younger runners,” he said. “Our team is like a big family, there are 50 or 60 of us, and we are always laughing.” Jex’s coach Jennifer Allen said Jex was voted captain his junior and senior year for excelling in cross country since his freshman year and leading by example. “Austin has been a stellar student athlete since he stepped on to Todd Beamer’s campus,” Allen said. “We have a fairly young boy’s team this year but Austin has brought them together. Before every race, he pumps up the runners

Todd Beamer volleyball takes second FROM STAFF REPORTS

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with the ‘Prepare for Glory’ speech he wrote about Todd Beamer and cross country. Austin is a true asset to Todd Beamer High School and the cross country program.” Jex said he wrote the speech after learning more about Todd Beamer, the man the high school was named after. Beamer was a passenger aboard United Airlines Flight 93 during the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. He was one of the passengers who attempted to foil the hijacking and reclaim the aircraft, which crashed into a Pennsylvania field. “He called his wife before the plane crashed and told her, ‘Today, let’s roll,’” Jex said. “That’s one of our mantras here.” Jex renewed the team chant because he said his team didn’t feel inspired by the former team chant. “It was pretty lame just because it was ordinary and generic,” he said. “I wanted to make it more School volleyball team is currently 8-2 and in second place in the SPSL 4A North Tournament. Coach Patrick Taitano says they are having their best season in school history and

Todd Beamer cross country captain Austin Jex, middle, huddles with his fellow cross country teammates for a chant before a recent race. Contributed photo personal for our team so that when we said it in our huddle it would mean something for us.” Jex started competing in cross country when he was in sixth grade. “I have kept up running because I really like the

sense of accomplishment I feel when I achieve what I know I can do and reach my potential,” he said. Jex placed first in all of the local meets and also placed in the top 10 in several larger invites, with a personal record of 16:11

for a 3.2 mile race. “My goal for cross country this season is to break 16 minutes and make it to state,” he said. Currently, Todd Beamer girls are ranked 3-0, and the Beamer boys are 1-2.

looking to make the South Puget Sound League Playoffs and West Central District Tournament for the first time ever. “We have several outstanding players that are

doing well on the court,” Taitano said. Junior setter McKenna Milholland was recently named the Washington State Max Preps Player of the Week and senior middle

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New man in the middle Seahawks’ Wright will replace injured Wagner at middle linebacker

outside linebacker to the middle and feel like they won’t miss a beat. Even hen the Sebetter for the Seahawks, attle Seahawks they feel like they still selected K.J. have three starting lineWright in the fourth backers even when one round of the 2011 draft, goes out. they thought they were At full strength, Malgetting a strongside colm Smith — you may linebacker who might remember him as the develop into a solid player MVP of Super Bowl XLfor them at some point. VIII — doesn’t even have In retrospect, it turns a starting role, though the out the Seahawks were Seahawks rotate linebackinstead drafting one of ers enough the most that he versatile and “(Middle) linebacker gets a good important is fine with me. I’ve amount players on of playing their defense. done it before, it’s time. So And this even with something that’s week, and not new to me at all. Wagner perhaps for out for a a few more, while, the I hate to see Bobby that versatilSeahawks ity will pay go down, but guys feel pretty off in a big darn good have to step up, way for the about a Seahawks. and I believe we’ll starting Middle of handle it just fine.” group linebacker Wright in Bobby Wag- K.J. Wright the middle, ner is out Bruce Irvin for Sunday’s at stronggame and likely beyond side linebacker and Smith with a turf toe injury, on the weakside. and while the Seahawks “We’re so fortunate to will certainly miss their have those guys, because leading tackler, they are Malcolm is a legitimate in better shape than most starter on our team, and teams to replace a player Bruce has really come of Wagner’s caliber in the back raring to go and is middle of the defense. playing good football,” That’s because rather Seahawks coach Pete Carthan plug an inexperiroll said. “K.J. is one of enced backup in at the our favorite guys because position that calls the of all the versatility he plays for the defense, they has; we maintain leadercan move Wright from ship and a voice in the BY JOHN BOYLE

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12th Man, Seahawks help tackle hunger FROM STAFF REPORTS

At the Oct. 12 Seahawks game, Northwest Harvest staff and volunteers enjoyed pleasant tem-

huddle. “We’re very fortunate that we have this depth, and (linebackers coach Ken Norton Jr.) has done a great job to keep these guys all rotating, so that in the event you have to do something, we have a really classy guy stepping in who knows what he’s doing and all. We feel good about the guys who back up those guys too, so we’re in OK shape at this position. We hate to lose Bobby. He’s been a great player for us and a great leader and been a great factor in everything that we’ve done. He’s a tremendous football player, so you never get all that back, but we’re fortunate that we’re able to make the move that we can here.” Wright says the position change isn’t a challenging one at this point in his career. While he came to Seattle to play strongside linebacker, he ended up opening the season as the starting middle linebacker because of an injury to then-starter David Hawthorne. And after playing primarily as a strongside linebacker in 2011 and 2012, Wright moved to the weakside spot last year with Irvin going from defensive end to strongside linebacker. “It’s pretty much the same,” Wright said. “You see it on the field, (the weakside and middle linebackers) are about four yards away from each other, so the only thing that’s different is

peratures and excited fans around the gates and in the stadium for the annual Seahawks Tackle Hunger event, raising funds and food for Northwest Harvest. Sponsored by Delta Air Lines, Seahawks Tackle Hunger raised over $34,000 and 3,200 pounds of food, with over 2,000 pounds of soup donated by Campbell Soup.

Seahawks’ K.J. Wright reacts during the recent game against the Dallas Cowboys. Wright will replace middle linebacker Bobby Wagner, who is out for Sunday’s game with a turf toe injury. Courtesy Everett Herald that I’ve got to make the calls to get guys lined up, everything else should be pretty simple. “(Middle) linebacker is fine with me. I’ve done it before, it’s something that’s not new to me at all. I hate to see Bobby go down, but guys have to step up, and I believe we’ll handle it just fine.” When Carroll and Norton watched Wright play as a rookie in offseason workouts, Carroll went to the linebackers coach with what he thought was a crazy idea. “Can you imagine if he were ever our Mike

The total will provide over 160,000 meals statewide. Northwest Harvest will distribute the much-needed food around the state. The funds raised will go toward ensuring a steady, nutritious supply of foods, fruits and vegetables. Washington currently ranks as the 22nd hungriest state, accord-

linebacker? He’d be such a monster in there,” Carroll said to Norton. It turns out, the Seahawks got a threeposition monster for the bargain price of a fourthround pick. He has played extensively at all three linebacker spots, and will again allow the Seahawks to replace an important injured player with another experienced starter. “In college K.J. played behind the ball,” Norton said. “He was a (weakside) linebacker in college. He’s very instinctive, always around the ball, he runs really hard, and

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he’s extremely smart. That really sets him apart. He knows every position … For him, it’s a very natural fit. He is the middle linebacker, he knows where everybody is. That’s what the guy in the middle does, he’s the heartbeat, so this is a very natural place for him to be.” So far, the Seahawks haven’t found a position that wasn’t a natural fit for Wright.

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SCHOOL BOARD PREPARES FOR SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH

The Federal Way Public Schools board of directors is preparing to conduct a superintendent search with the goal of hiring a permanent superintendent for the district. School district officials say community and staff input is an essential part of the process. As such, the board is currently seeking applicants for a committee of community members and staff. The role of the committee is to provide input and assistance during the search process, officials said. Appointments to the committee will be announced the week of Nov. 3. Applications for a place on the committee will be accepted through 5 p.m. Oct.24 and can be filled out online at http:// tinyurl.com/luuj46c. Paper applications are also available at the Educational Services Center, located at 33330 Eighth Ave. S., Federal Way.

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Author compiles poetry over 35-year career into book significance to him. “It is about my inability to face my fears about ederal Way native publishing the book,” Thomas Springer fell Springer said. “Many into writing poetry 35 years passed between the years ago, as an elementary decision to publish and the student whose imaginaactual realization. ‘Two tion was stirred by every bits’ represents the money English class he took from spent and perhaps wasted then on. on other things, and ‘odd Now in his 24th year days’ represents the things of teaching at Wilson that happened during that High School in Tacoma, time span.” he’s the proud author of a Today, Springer often poetry collecengages his tion compiled “Art is beyond children in from the young the creator, it’s wordplay beginnings of his and other writing career to about the people exercises and — I really believe now. games with an “I had a that. Poem, aim to inspire different way novel, painting or them. Beyond of looking at these puns and film, you have to things than most narratives, his people, even at communicate to are somebody on some children an early age,” also the subject Springer said. level.” of a number of “I took creative Thomas Springer the poems in writing classes his book. in high school, His poems’ and my teachers and subject matter is a commentors told me some of bination of narrative, life the things I had written events and a number of were publishable. When creative elements, and ofI turned 50, I realized I ten a product of scenes and wanted to do something moments that caused him with everything I had to pause in day-to-day life. written.” “Sometimes things The book is titled “Two occur to me when I see Bits and Odd Days,” after something, and think, a poem that holds much BY ATOOSA MOINZADEH

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Federal Way High School students’ blown glass on display FROM STAFF REPORTS

Two new art pieces are on display in the Educational Services Center at Federal Way Public Schools, courtesy of the Museum of Glass. For almost 10 years, the Museum of Glass has invited students to participate in Kids Design Glass. Once a month, an original drawing submitted by a young artist is selected by the Museum of Glass Hot Shop Team and then created in hot glass. Last spring, local high

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school art classes were challenged to submit proposals for three-dimensional dioramas which interpreted or extended the artistic statement of a Kids Design Glass piece of work. The dioramas on display at the Educational Services Center were selected from 15 competitive proposals submitted by students at Federal Way High School to house the glass sculptures. The works were a result of a collaboration between young artists, the Museum of Glass, and KCTS 9. “Space Wanderer” is housed in a display created of Nintendo 64 gaming cartridges, fused glass, modeling clay and LED lights. The display is the work of

Federal Way native Thomas Springer compiled his poetry over his 35-year writing career into a published collection, “Two Bits and Odd Days.” Contributed photo ‘Wow that’s an interesting concept,’ and jot it down,” Springer said. His main belief is that his poems need to connect with an aspect of humanity in order to truly mean anything. “I can paint a picture, but if you can’t be there to appreciate and absorb it, it’s just paint on a canvas,” Springer said. “If all I’ve done is string together letters and someone can’t get something from it, then Tran Chau, Edward Garcia, Peter Gitau, Paoli Honrade, Robert Hughes, Aaron Matthews, and Jeremy Mored from Federal Way High School. “Akulu the Landshark” is another installation at the services center; the display environment includes ping pong balls, insulation foam, fishing line, a Barbie doll and a clam shell. It is the work of Federal Way High School Students Kenai Brazier, Courtney Cox, Kara Hatcher, Justin Kon, Jalal Lawerence, and Elizabeth Abramchuk. The Museum of Glass continues to accept proposals for glass art creations. Forms are available online at museumofglass.org.

what is it?” One of the driving forces behind curating a compilation for Springer is his belief that his poems cannot stand alone. His poem, “Hero,” which depicts a large man and a small boat alone, is an example of a poem that becomes whole when surrounded by other perspectives. “I’ve been coaxed to enter poetry contests but I don’t think a single poem can capture enough,” Springer

said. “Some of my poems are two lines long.” His book, on sale since the end of February, is self-published, and can be found online at Amazon and Barnes and Noble. And his audience? “The kind that reads.” “Art is beyond the creator, it’s about the people — I really believe that,” Springer said. “Poem, novel, painting or film, you have to communicate to somebody on some level.”

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Police investigating sexual assault at St. Francis Hospital Police Blotter The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: Sexual assault at hospital: At 2:37 a.m. on Oct. 12 at 34515 Ninth Ave. S., police are investigating an allegation involving sexual assault by an employee of St. Francis Hospital. The reporting party named the suspect and provided three witnesses. Hair salon window damaged: At 5:19 a.m. on Oct. 12 in the 2000 block of S. 320th St., an anonymous caller reported the front window of Master Hair Care was severely damaged. Officers discovered the window and its frame were broken, with damage consistent of vehicle impact. No items were missing from the store but the window was estimated to cost about $500. Man caught with meth: At 5:12 a.m. on Oct. 12 in the 30800 block of Pacific Highway S., a man was arrested on a warrant after police contacted him at an intersection. During a search, they found he had packaged methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The man was booked into SCORE jail for his warrant with the drug charges pending. Man steals jogger’s phone: At 6:28 a.m. on Oct. 12 in the 1900 block of SW 320th St., a 15-yearold male jogger told police he was jogging on 320th near Tall Fir Condos when he was approached by a black male loiterer at a bus stop. The suspect displayed a Glock-style handgun from his waist and pointed it at the jogger, demanding his phone and money. The victim admitted that when he initially refused, he said, “You’ll have to shoot me,” thinking that the suspect wouldn’t because there were witnesses around. After a scuffle ensued, the jogger was dragged into the street and ultimately handed over his cell phone, a black LG Metro PCS. The suspect immediately fled to the Maple Hill Apartments. The victim

and causing her to fall backwards into a table. Police discovered he did so because she questioned why he wanted to report his car stolen. She told police he said he wanted to report it stolen because he had just been involved in a hit and run and assault. The car matched the same description given by the 56-year-old jogger who was assaulted that morning. Police had to use a Taser as he resisted arrest. According to his mother, the man has schizophrenia and anxiety and his condition had progressively worsened. Drunk man points gun: At 5 p.m. on Oct. 11 in the 31300 block of 13th Ave. S., a seemingly intoxicated 46-year-old man was arrested for pointing a gun at his neighbors and his neighbors’ contractor who was working on their home. He also accused his neighbors of stealing from his house and sister before he went back inside his home, grabbed a pistol and pointed it at multiple people. The victims were in immediate fear of their lives and hid behind a car for cover. After calling 911, police arrived and arrested the man. While he was being transported to the police department, he said, “He had it coming!”, “I’ll f****** end their asses,” “I’m not sorry” and “Steal from me and think I’m not going to do anything?” During a search, police noted he smelled like alcohol, was unable to maintain balance, his eyes were blood shot and he had a hard time following simple commands. [ more BLOTTER, page 26 ]

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: Mark Miloscia Age: 56 Political race: District 30 State Senate Schooling: Graduate of Harvard Kennedy School of Government, Senior Executives in State/ Local Government, 2006; Master of Administration, Clinical/Community Psychology, Chapman University, 1990; Master of Business Administration, University of North Dakota, 1985; Bachelor

of Science, Engineering; United States Air Force Academy, 1980; Squadron Officer School (top 15 percent leadership), Maxwell Airforce Base, Alabama, 1985 Undergraduate pilot training, Vance Airforce Base, Oklahoma,1981 How long in Federal Way: 11 years near Kilo Middle School

and 17 years near Steel Lake Park Family members: Wife Meschell and three children, Elizabeth, Scott, Brian Hobbies: Running, weight lifting, reading, in line skating How long in office: 14 years state representative, three years Lakehaven Utility District commissioner

Relevant commissions/offices held: State Representative for seven terms, Lakehaven What are the top three items you want the constituents of Federal Way to know about you: • I met Meschell on a blind date (I took her to an Airforce Academy football game — we lost) 37 years ago on Oc.t 15 and together we have three great children. • One of the best times in our life was when our daughter

Elizabeth and her six sons — Austin, Jackson, Carson, Lincoln, Jefferson and Trenton (think state capitals) — lived with us for almost a year when the Army sent her husband off for extended training. • Most summers one can spot me running or skating the BPA trails and various streets here in Federal Way. Contact: Email miloscia@comcast.net or call 253-839-7087.

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: The 30th Legislative District Democratic Organization Political races: District 30 state Senate Shari Song; Greg Baruso, state representative Pos. 1; Rep. Roger Freeman, state representative Pos. 2 What are the top three items you want the constituents of Federal Way to know about you: The goal of the 30th District Democrats is to promote and elect those candidates who will best

advance the principles of: • Good, accountable and participatory government which is available to all of the people of this city and school district. • Defending, promoting and improving the safety, security and educational opportunities of all, including the most vulnerable. • Enhancing “quality of life” issues (parks and recreation, shopping, entertainment, transportation and other amenities), which

make the city and school district desirable to our current residents and attractive to businesses and people who may wish to relocate to our community. In accordance with these principles, we endorse the following candidates: Shari Song for state Senate. Song is a pioneer for early childhood education, starting the Mission Church preschool in Federal Way over 20 years ago. Song will

stand up for a woman’s right to choose, equal pay for women and equality for all. Greg Baruso for state House of Representatives Pos. 1. Baruso has 28 years of experience in fire service. As a firefighter captain, he’s put the needs of others ahead of his own. Baruso has the fiscal management experience to make our government efficient and effective. Roger Freeman for state House

Pos. 2. For 19 years, Freeman has worked as an attorney fighting to keep families together. He is engaged in the Federal Way community, servicing as a youth mentor, classroom volunteer and active member of his church. Contact: The 30th Legislative District Democratic Organization email is communications@30thdemswa. org and the website is 30thdemswa.org

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Election Endorsements Shari Song for State Senate Shari Song is a pioneer for early childhood education, starting the Mission Church pre-school here in Federal Way over 20 years ago. Unlike her opponent, Shari will stand up for a woman's right to choose, equal pay for women and equality for all.

Greg Baruso for State House Pos. 1 Greg Baruso has 28 years of experience in the fire service. As a firefighter captain, he’s put the needs of others ahead of his own. On the Diversity Commission he’s promoted opportunity and has been an award-winning community volunteer. Greg has the fiscal management experience to make our government efficient and effective. He will make education a top priority and will work to improve public safety.

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Roger Freeman for State House Pos. 2 For 19 years, Roger Freeman has worked as an attorney fighting to keep families together. He is engaged in our community, serving as a youth mentor, classroom volunteer and active member of his church. From protecting first responders, empowering people with disabilities and assisting small business owners, Roger Freeman has been our advocate in Olympia.

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: Shari Song Age: 50 Political race: District 30 State Senate Schooling: Bachelor of Arts degree, University of Illinois How long have you lived in Federal Way: Eight years off and on since 1986 Family members: Husband John and two sons Hobbies: Reading, yoga

and traveling How long in office: I have not held elected office before. Relevant commissions/ offices held: Police Community Advisory council, board member of the Children’s Campaign Fund, board member of the Asian Real Estate Association of America Past Chair of Federal Way

Diversity Commission, past board member and co-president of the Asian Counseling and Referral Service Past president of a number of nonprofit organizations, including the Korean American Professionals Society Recipient of the King County Recognition Award for Community Service and the Soroptomist Internation-

al of Federal Way “Woman of Distinction” What are the top three items you want the constituents of Federal Way to know about you: • I deeply care about improving the lives of the people in our community and boosting the economic health of Federal Way. • As a founder of a local pre-school, I am a strong

VOTE BY NOVEMBER 4TH! advocate for education and children. As a woman, I will always champion women’s rights and issues. • As a businesswoman, I understand we need strategic planning and hard work to grow our economy for everyone. Contact: 253-459-3332; info@VoteShariSong.com; www.VoteShariSong.com

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: Greg Baruso Age: 55 Political race: District 30, state representative Pos. 1 Schooling: Franklin High School 1976, Seattle; Associate degree Liberal Arts 1995, Phi Theta Kappa, Seattle Community College; King County Officer Development Academy 2010; Associate of Arts applied science of Fire Officer degree 2012 with distinction, Bellevue Community

College How long in Federal Way: 14 years Family members: Wife Shawn, kids Darian, 16 and Aliyah, 14 Hobbies: Gardening, collector cars, carpentry How long in office: first-time

candidate Relevant commissions/offices held: Present chair for the city of Federal Way Diversity Commission, seven-year membership, two years as chair; present International Association of Firefighters Local 1257 secretary; 23 year member of Local Executive Board; present chair of King County Officer Development Academy; present chair of Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee for Washington State

Firefighters; training captain for the Port of Seattle Fire Department; Port of Seattle Diversity and Development Council, inaugural member 2005-2008 What are the top three items you want the constituents of Federal Way to know about you: • I am committed and will always advocate for the people and their families of Federal Way and District 30. • I will be truthful, transparent

and honorable in fulfilling my duties as your representative. • I will work tirelessly to stabilize and improve the funding of our region’s economy and transportation, education for our children and safety for all those who live, visit, and work not only in the Federal Way area, but in the great state of Washington. Contact: Email greg@electgregbaruso.com or visit my website at electgregbaruso.com

Greg Baruso has made public service a lifelong ambition.

s a firefighter Captain, he’s put the needs of others ahead of his own – saving lives and helping those in need. On the Diversity Commission he’s promoted opportunity and has been an award winning community volunteer. Greg has the fiscal management experience to make government more efficient and effective. He will make education a top priority and work to improve public safety. Greg will set priorities, make tough decisions, and look for innovative solutions to ongoing problems. Open-minded, independent, and accountable, Greg is the right choice for State Representative.

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: Linda Kochmar Age: 70 Political race: District 30, state representative Pos. 1 Schooling: Bachelor of Arts and Nationally Certified Risk Manager How long in Federal Way: 42 years Family members: Five adult children (one son died) and seven grandchildren Hobbies: Walking and reading How long in office: 16 years

Relevant commissions/offices held: City of Federal Way deputy mayor, mayor and chair of all city committees, Puget Sound Regional Council Executive Board, Puget Sound Regional Council Transportation Committee, chair of Suburban Cities Regional Policy Committee; co-chair of state-wide Executive Committee on Human Trafficking, assistant ranking chair of Local Government Committee, Transportation Committee, Technology

Committee and Business Finance and Insurance Committee What are the top three items you want the constituents of Federal Way to know about you: • I will work hard to bring jobs to District 30; • to solve the education funding problem; • and work to resolve our transportation issues. Contact: Phone 253-640-0469 or email Linda@LindaKochmar.com

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: Roger Freeman Age: 48 Political race: District 30, state representative Pos. 2 Schooling: Iowa State University, Bachelor of Arts degree and Washburn University, Juris Doctor How long in Federal Way: 13 years Family members: My family consists of my beautiful wife Sonya Freeman and my

wonderful children Ayana and Isaiah Hobbies: Gardening, bike riding, collecting watches How long in office: two years Relevant commissions/offices held: Early Learning and Human Services vice chair, Technology and Economic Development, Transportation What are the top three items you want the constituents of Federal Way to know about

you: • For 19 years, I have worked as an attorney, fighting to keep families together. • I have just completed a successful first term — including securing $2 million for the Federal Way Performing Arts Center, passing bills for protecting first responders injured in the line of duty, to empowering people with disabilities, to assisting small business

owners. • I have fought to fully fund education, which is why I voted for a $1 billion investment in K-12 education and I support closing tax loopholes to provide COLAs for teachers. Contact: 253-3355031 or email ElectRogerFreeman@ comcast.net

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…POLITICAL SEASON Name: Jack Dovey Age: 59 Political race: District 30, Pos. 2 state representative Schooling: 1970 to 1971 Federal Way High School; 1972 to 1973 Decatur High School (first graduating class); 1973 to 1977 Oregon State University, Bachelor of Science Geography, emphasis transportation and urban planning How long in Federal Way: I

moved to Federal Way in 1968. Family: My wife Jennifer and I have been married 38 years. We have two grown children, they were raised in Federal Way, Jackson (30) and Jeneca (27). Jackson is a construction manager in California and Jeneca is a high school Chemistry teacher in the Highline School District Hobbies: Teaching 5 to 8 year olds how to ski at Crystal Mountain, bicycle touring, being an

active member of Federal Way’s Rotary International Service Club, vegetable gardening How long in elected office: 14 years Relevant commissions/offices held: Federal Way City Councilman, chaired Land Use and Transportation Committee, served on Finance Committee, served on the Board of Directors of Enterprise Seattle, served on the Human Services Public Safety

Committee, chairman of the Citizens Committee for the New City Hall, responsible for leading the citizen’s process to determine if the city should purchase or build a new city hall Top three items the citizens should know about you: • I am running so I can serve the 30th District, I believe in the need to fund our education system first not last in our state budget.

• The second and third most important issues facing our state are living wage jobs and a functional transportation system. • I do not believe the state of Washington’s Legislature should begin a state income tax, and tax increases should require a two-thirds majority vote in the Legislature and should not be a straight party vote Contact: Jackdovey@gmail. com or 206-730-2612

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Community CALENDAR October 18

Octoberfest: Enjoy lunch and a fashion show from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Federal Way Senior Center, 4016 S. 352nd, Auburn. Cost is $5. For more information, contact Steve Sandberg at fwsc@comcast.net, call 253-838-3604 or visit federal-

www.federalwaymirror.com wayseniorcenter.org. Plant Sale: Enjoy special pricing on a nice selection of rhododendrons, ferns and companion plants from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18 at Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, 2525 S. 336th St. For more in formation, call 253838-4646 ext. 140. FWHS LAST Alumni Tour classes of 1970 - 1999: The last Alumni Tour of the Federal Way High School will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct.18, starting at the main entrance of

Federal Way High School. For more information, contact Bruce Honda at hondabg@hotmail.com or call 253-279-0273. Citizenship Information Fair: Free information fair from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. N-400 application assistance, free legal consultations, Citizenship interview practice, Q&A with USCIS and other citizenship resources will be included. Chinese, Korean, Russian and Spanish translators available. For more information,

contact Edna Bastien-Wennerlind at embwennerlind@kcls.org or call 253-838-3668.

October 18-25

Fall Foliage Festival: The Festival is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 to Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, 2525 S. 336th St. Regular admission is waived for this special week-long celebration of fall. For more in formation, call 253-838-4646 extension 140.

October 19

Wag Fest: Dog owners and their well-behaved dogs are invited to enjoy the garden together from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19 at Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, 2525 S. 336th St. For more in formation, call 253-838-4646 ext. 140.

October 20

Start to Fitness: Afternoon Film Series: The film “The Greatest Game Ever Played” will begin at 2:30 p.m. on Monday October 20 at the Federal Way Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, contact Stephanie Cummins at sjcummins@kcls.org or call 253839-0257.

October 22

Auditions: Auditions for “It’s a Wonderful Life, the Live Radio Play” will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at the Federal Way Public Library; 34200 First Way S. Email headshot and resume to info@rosebudctc.org to sign up. For more information, visit www. rosebudctc.org.

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Holiday Gift Show: Join other shoppers from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Federal Way Senior Center located at 4016 S. 352nd St., Auburn. Vendors for direct sales, homemade items and raffle items will be available. Raffle proceeds will benefit Relay for Life. For more information e-mail fallintowinter14@gmail.com.

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Fright Night: Visit this Halloween display from 6:40-8:40 p.m. Monday through Sunday until Oct. 31 at the corner of 30th Ave. S. and 11 Ave. S. in Federal Way. Send Community Calendar items to editor@fedwaymirror.com

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is our deep, internal sense of what gender we are. For most people, gender identity aligns with biological sex, but for others, it does not. Some words you may have heard to describe this are transgender or gender non-conforming. For some, their identity is clearly male while their body is female, or their identity is clearly female and their body is male. For others, their identity is more ambiguous or fluid, regardless of what their body looks like. Some gender non-conforming people change the pronouns they use to refer to themselves. Some receive hormone therapy. Some get surgery to help their bodies match their internal gender identity. And some do none of these. Gender identity is not just how we dress or present ourselves. For example, many women wear pants. That does not mean any woman in pants has an internal sense of being a man. Some guys have long hair. That doesn’t mean any man with long hair has an internal sense of being a woman.

A little over three years ago, Federal Way Public Schools approached Highline College with a novel idea. The district’s vision was a new spin on a long-running state-funded program called Running Start that allows high school students to earn college credit while working toward their high school diploma. The typical Running Start student earns credits toward an Associate of Arts and

intends to continue on to a four-year college or university. Could a program be designed, Federal Way administrators asked, in which students instead could earn an Associate of Applied Science degree at the same time they graduate from high school? The goal was to create an opportunity for high school graduates to be

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very year, the Seattle-based Gender Odyssey Conference attracts hundreds of people from across the country and around the world to learn about gender diversity. Founder Aiden Key is dedicated to providing support and information to families, educators, therapists and medical providers about children and others who are gender nonconforming. Gender non-conforming is one term used to describe someone whose biological sex and gender identity don’t align. Confused? You’re not alone — but if you live this every day, I apologize in advance for oversimplification. Each of us has a biological sex, most often assigned at birth, based on physical characteristics. For many of us, that is male or female. For some, there are hormonal or chromosomal differences that cause biological sex to be less than clear. These conditions are known as intersex conditions, or diversity in sexual development. Each of us also has a gender identity. This

While our society has made some progress in accepting some diversity in gender expression, we’ve made less headway in understanding gender identity. Imagine how comforting it would be for a parent of a gender non-conforming child to pick up the August edition of “Parent Map” and see a huge article entitled “Beyond Pink and Blue: How Our Kids’ Generation is Redefining Gender.” Imagine how uplifting it would be to find a support group through Gender Diversity (www.genderdiversity.org). Imagine how much of a relief it would be to find a place where you felt safe and accepted and not at risk of violence or ridicule. Imagine how refreshing it would be to attend the Gender Odyssey conference and find information about health care for you or your child, information about how to navigate school and work challenges, a place to meet people who have been or are on this journey, too. Here are a few every day ways you can be more understanding and welcoming of people of different gender identities: • Respect a person’s identity and what pronouns or words they use to describe who they are. • Designate a bathroom as gender-neutral at your event, your church, your workplace.

• Use the words “children” instead of “boys and girls” or “people” instead of “women and men.” • Do not assume a person’s gender identity because of how they look. • Get educated. Go to www.genderdiversity.org/resources/terminology/ to learn more about terminology and language. Want more? Here are a few books that discuss gender: • “The Transgender Child,” by Stephanie Brill and Rachel Pepper • “Helping Your Transgender Teen,” by Irwin Krieger • “The Social Justice Advocate’s Handbook: A Guide to Gender,” by Sam Killermann Educate yourself. Educate others. And respect everyone.

Amy Johnson, MSW, is a trainer, educator and coach in the Pacific Northwest. She is co-author of the books, “Parenting by Strengths: A Parent’s Guide for Challenging Situations” and “Homegrown Faith and Justice.” Amy facilitates classes and workshops in the Puget Sound area and online. She specializes in working with parents and in sexuality education. Amy can be reached at comments@diligentjoy. com.

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fully prepared to directly enter the workforce at a livable wage. This was the beginning of the Career Start program. These students might decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree in their chosen field, but if they didn’t, they were prepared for a career in one of 25 career fields, including network administration,

e-commerce, data recovery/forensics, drafting design, health care and visual communications. Simply put, Career Start is the “career focused” form of Running Start. Originally offered to Federal Way Public Schools students only, the program has expanded to include Highline School District students and talks are underway to include the Tukwila School District.

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and other fees. Career Start provides two pathways to earn a high school diploma, depending on who the diploma is issued by. In option “A,” the high school diploma is issued by the student’s home high school district. Option “A” students take additional general education courses in their Associate of Applied Science program to earn all the necessary credits for their district diploma. In option “B,” the diploma is issued through Highline College. Option “B” students take exactly the same courses as any other Highline student earning an Associate of Applied Science degree. This option is not unique to Highline; under Washington state statute, any student can receive their high school diploma at any community or technical college throughout the state, as long as they meet certain requirements. What makes Career Start at Highline College different is the option “A” pathway. Because two Federal Way administrators came to Highline College and asked “what if” and Highline staff pursued making that possibility a reality, high school students now have another option for pursuing their goals. Here, in the words of two Career Start graduates, is what that has meant for them: “Two years ago, I was ready to drop out of high school. My attendance record was terrible and I was slacking off in all my classes. Come the beginning of my junior year, I couldn’t bear it any longer. I went and told

my high school counselor that I was thinking of simply dropping out and getting a GED. School felt pointless, I had no real goal in life. She gave me another option — Career Start. I chose to study for an associate of applied science in visual communications, also known as graphic design. Art and design was a passion of mine ever since I was young; most of my class time was spent doodling in notebooks rather than paying attention to something that I felt I would never need to learn. Within the first few weeks of the program, I had noticed my attitude towards education changing; I was learning things I could use in order to get a career in the field I wanted. Two worthwhile years of learning have gone by, and I cannot thank all my counselors and instructors enough for helping me get through and succeed in this program and teaching me valuable lessons in order to have a career in the world of visual communications,” Anya Biryukova, Federal Way High School. “I decided to go with the paralegal degree because I enjoy learning about the law and the job has room for growth. My schedule was very tight and there was no room for error or failure. At first the classes were very difficult. Law language is tough and college teachers treat you just like everyone else. There are no exceptions just because you’re a high school student. Eventually I became used to my work load and the assignments weren’t as difficult anymore. Teachers

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were always willing to help in whatever way that they could and I definitely took advantage of their generosity when I needed it. My advisor guided me at every step throughout my program. “This program allows us the opportunity to grab a skill that we like and use it in an adult world. As for the near future, I plan to finish my Associate of Applied Science degree and get a job as a paralegal. In the further future I have been contemplating going back to school and getting my bachelor’s degree either in a legal related field or human resource management. This is why I like this program so much, because having my paralegal degree allows me to work in various jobs and decide for myself where I ultimately want my life and career to end up. Career Start has opened many doors and given me many opportunities, and for this I am sincerely grateful,” Precious Gartrell, Federal Way High School. As you can see, this program can significantly impact the direction of a student’s life. It’s the high school junior or senior who feels ready to enter a more mature learning environment and is inclined to commit to a specific program of study/career that is a prime candidate for Career Start. Those factors are more important even than past academic success. In addition, the economic benefits of being workforce-ready upon graduation from high school are significant, both for the student and parent. To learn more about this program, visit careerstart.highline.edu or contact Tamara Hilton at 206-592-3976 or thilton@ highline.edu.

Terry Farris is a counselor at Decatur High School, Running Start and adult high school completion advisor at Highline College and a current program development consultant for Highline College.

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and stop the reckless spending of thousands of dollars on flyers that do not contain a grain of truth. Really? They have the audacity to call Shari Song a carpetbagger, yet they are up north in Sammamish involving themselves in our district? Who’s the carpetbagger? Shari lived here in Federal Way, started a business here in Federal Way and was involved in our community. She moved, as many people do, and then she moved back, to be near family. That does not make a carpetbagger. The flyer says Shari plans to: • Pass state income tax • Eliminate tax limits and • Raise property taxes Wow! One person can single-handedly do all that? It took an entire Republican Senate to squash a transportation bill for two years. Here’s what Ms. Song’s priorities really are: • Job security, as in local jobs • Improving education • Transportation, working to get light rail here in Federal Way • Equal pay for equal work • Care for our veterans • A woman, not the government, being in charge of her body (I’ve heard from many people who don’t like the whole pro-choice issue, but really, the government doesn’t regulate a man’s body, why a woman’s? It’s personal, it should be kept that way). Gov. Jay Inslee and Sen. Tracey Eide (and dozens of other elected officials) have endorsed Shari Song. I want a senator who believes women are equal to men, that each should have autonomy over their own body and who also believes in marriage equality. Shari Song is all of that and more.

Catherine North, Federal Way

Will the real Miloscia please stand up Ballots will be dropped in the mail in the coming days and the 30th District could be the determining factor as to which party will have the majority in the state Senate. Mark Miloscia would have you to believe that he is a friend of labor. His Public Disclosure Commission statement and the party he has chosen to align himself with says otherwise. If you look on Mark’s campaign website, you will see that only a handful of labor unions have endorsed him. Mark’s new party is anything but for labor. His new party is working on destroying labor’s right to collective bargaining, which is something that helped to build this country in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. If you need a refresher, look back three years to Wisconsin’s Gov. Scott Walker and the destruction to union labor in that state at Walker’s hand. Mark says if elected, he would be our district’s voice in Olympia, but his Public Disclosure Commission filings says otherwise. There are over a dozen pages of large campaign donations from corporations. When was the last time a corporation put people first before profit? Some of the corporations represented are Big Pharma, petroleum and communications. Mark stated in the Mirror upon the announcement of his party switch and intentions to run for Senate, that he didn’t like party bosses, but wants to act independently. His new party doesn’t have bosses, they have party bullies. Ask yourselves, if Mark had been elected to the state auditor position, do you really think he would have switched parties? Mark

will find out soon enough if elected or not that his switch was a miscalculation. With Shari Song, you know what you will get. You will have a senator that will support a women’s right to decide what is in the best interest of their own health. You will have a senator that supports the middle class and labor. You will have a senator who is solid in her personal and political beliefs. She will put Federal Way first when she is serving us all in Olympia. Will the real Mark Miloscia please stand up!

Randall Smith, Federal Way

Miloscia is a proven leader Mark Miloscia has experience and a superb voting record consistently throughout his seven terms in Olympia. Mark deliberates on need and affordability not interest group pressures, certainly not beholden to out-of-state benefactors. Mark’s a proven quality leader, he definitely gets my vote for the Washington Senate.

Marie Adair, Federal Way

Baruso will support first responders I support Greg Baruso because I remember 9/11. No one over the age of 20 can possibly forget Sept. 11, 2001, and the heroic response of first responders to that terrible event, particularly the response to the attack on the World Trade Center. I also remember Rudolph Giuliani’s sickening response to the well-being of these brave human beings, police officers, firefighters and medical personnel. I remember Giuliani’s lies about conditions at the attack site, “the air is safe and acceptable,” rendering the brave first responders who were directly involved in recovery of the site vulnerable to illnesses caused by inhaled toxic particles after the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, first responders, construction and cleanup workers and residents alike. U.S. Senate Republican response to the people suffering those illnesses, the brave of our nation, was to filibuster legislation to monitor and treat first responders and emergency workers who suffered illnesses related to 9/11. I can never cease being angry at that cowardly and cheapskate Republican response to the American heroes. That’s why I am casting my vote for firefighter Greg Baruso, who knows firsthand the responsibilities and vulnerabilities of first responders, because I know that he will not fail in meeting our state’s accountability to police officers, firefighters, paramedics and emergency medical technicians and others who respond to natural disasters like our recent mudslides, or the Ebola crisis of Africa, which has migrated to mismanaged states like Texas. We need to have Greg Baruso in Olympia to ensure and maintain the safety, health and security of our community. Elect Greg Baruso and we will be ready to meet these challenges.

Karen Hedwig Backman, Federal Way

My opponent, Miloscia, is grasping at straws Bob Roegner’s piece last week hit the nail on the head when he discussed the attack pieces that unnamed supporters of my opponent are purporting to be facts. I appreciate Bob’s assessment of the situation and couldn’t agree more with him that “transparency in government and elections should be all candidates’ goal.” As he stated, independent special interest

groups that are affiliated with the Republican Party have been mailing literature over the last few weeks attacking me and lobbing accusations of being a carpetbagger by moving to Federal Way to run for office, when I have lived in Federal Way for years. This same independent group has come up with a website — Democrats for Miloscia — but the strange part about that is none of the “Democrats are truly Democrats.” They are either lobbyists for large corporations like big oil and pharma, and most of them supported losing Republican Gubernatorial candidates Dino Rossi and Rob McKenna. My supporters don’t need to justify which party they represent. It is crystal clear. When Sen. Tracey Eide endorses me, along with Congressman Adam Smith, Executive Dow Constantine, Councilwoman Dini Duclos and Ambassador Gary Locke — there is no need for me to create a website trying to attract others whose party affiliation may be different from my own. I am running for the state Senate because I see great things for our community and have the skills necessary to make them happen, unlike my opponent who is grasping at straws and will say and do anything in order to get himself elected to office. Unlike my opponent, I’ve also worked in the private sector and know firsthand how tough it is out there for small business owners. I know what it takes to meet a payroll and balance a budget and I know what the people in our district want. We have knocked on more than 40,000 doors of voters and what we hear is that they want the legislature to do their job and that includes fully funding education, passing a transportation budget and getting this state on solid ground and moving forward again. They don’t want the millions in tax loopholes to continue that benefit only corporations at the expense of their children’s education, either. I am confident that the voters of the 30th district want someone like me representing them; someone interested in solving real problems, not a career politician who will say anything and take money from any corporate special interest to try to advance his own political career.

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Should Freeman’s health be an issue in race? I have been monitoring the Jack Dovey/ Roger Freeman race for the Legislature for several months. Obviously, as a Republican I am hoping Dovey can prevail and bring some change to Olympia. What is strange to me is why Roger Freeman is even running? As reported by the Mirror, he has stage 4 colon cancer, which needs all his attention to even fight with only a 12 percent chance of survival over the next few years (according to a Google search). Part of being in office is being able to serve your constituents. I attended the Chamber debate curious as to Roger Freeman’s health and he appeared so weak he was barely able to stand or speak during the debate. Mr. Freeman of course is not campaigning actively in a tight race. He simply is not able to do so. It is tragic but also a disservice to the people in the 30th District. Let us hypothesize if Freeman wins, most likely there will be a repeat of the last session where he missed 205 votes. (This was another simple search on Google, out of all roll call votes, 90 individual legislators did not miss any votes. Three individual legislators missed more than 50 votes. Freeman missed 205 votes.) I suppose there could be a request for Freeman to have a replacement after the

October 17, 2014 [29] vote, of course was never vetted during a campaign. Bottom line is Freeman will not be able to act because of his illness and that does not help Federal Way have representation at the capital. As harsh as it sounds, all his election will provide is kindness to him not service to the community.

Jack Day, Tacoma

Dovey stepped up to make things right The recent article in the Mirror “Democratic flyer calls out Dovey’s business-related liens, lawsuits, late taxes,” prompts me to comment. It sounds like Jack Dovey is a guy that has been through a lot of trials with several business, and comes through them smelling like a rose. How many of us can say we have had as much financial experience as Jack or that they would continue as a business investor in our community with such a string of troubles? Would you? Most would give up. Notice Jack not only stepped up to make things right, every time, Tim Burns fails to paint a picture of a man taxed into the poor house or guilty of anything more than trying his best to succeed. Piling on accusations from years ago, all of which were settled years ago successfully, none which the accuser says caused lasting harm, does no one any good, and only ends up showing a mudslinger with dirty hands. I wish Roger Freeman the best possible outcome for his treatments, I know they can be exhausting. But with the session coming up soon, will his health interfere with serving?

Jerry Galland, unincorporated King County

Cannot count on Dovey to keep finances in order The recent article in the Federal Way Mirror regarding Mr. Dovey’s legal issues has made me feel very troubled. Continued reading of various lawsuits and delinquent payments was eye opening. Mr. Dovey’s responses to these issues being raised made me question his understanding of what it is to be our representative in Olympia. You cannot owe money for months and months and pay up when you finally get caught. We need a representative who is willing to make tough decisions regarding budgeting, not one who deals with it when it becomes the elephant in the room. The Legislature writes and passes our state’s budget every two years. Legislators are required to balance the budget and to prioritize our state’s needs and values on issues as serious as education funding, transportation and infrastructure, and a safety net for children, seniors and the underserved. Mr. Dovey has shown he cannot be counted on to keep his own finances in order. I can’t afford to send him to Olympia. If elected what other truths would come out and cause embarrassment? His campaign materials claim he has never failed his financial responsibilities. So why has there been so many court papers filed to claim he did, from employees to businesses to the State Department of Labor and Industry, as well as property taxes? He touts his experience with large budgets as to why we should elect him. This feels extremely hypocritical. I will not vote for someone who feels he is better than the rest of us. We deserve more respect than that.

Jodi Riker, Auburn

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LEGAL NOTICES AUCTION NOTICE In compliance with RCW 46.5.130 Express Towing LLC will sell to the highest bidder at 1215 S 356th St in Federal Way, WA on 10/22/14 @ 12:00 pm. PRELIMINARY 2015-2016 BIENNIAL Viewing starts at 10 am. CITY BUDGET MEETINGS Published in Federal Way Mirror: October 17, 2014 The following meetings have been scheduled to FWM 2178 consider the City of Federal Way’s 2015-2016 Biennial Budget: OCTOBER 7, 2014 – REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – 7:00 p.m. -Mayor Presents Proposed Biennial Budget to NOTICE OF MASTER LAND USE APPLICATION Council OCTOBER 15, 2014 – SPECIAL COUNCIL MEET- Project Name: Highmark East Campus Office Building ING – 6:00 p.m. -Budget Overview – Revenue & Expenditure Pro- Project Description: Proposed construction of a 47,500 square-foot, two-story office building with jections -Department Presentations: Finance Department, associated site improvements including stormwater facilities, parking, and landscaping. Public Works Department, Parks Department OCTOBER 29, 2014 – SPECIAL COUNCIL MEET- Applicant: Bob Fadden, Lance Mueller & Associates ING – 6:00 p.m. -Department Presentations: Police Department, Project Location: 32100 Block of Weyerhaeuser Way South (east side of Weyerhaeuser Way S.), Law Department, Municipal Court NOVEMBER 4, 2014– SPECIAL COUNCIL MEET- Federal Way, WA Date Application Received: September 12, ING – 6:00 p.m. -Department Presentations: Mayor’s Office: City 2014 Date Determined Complete: October 14, 2014 Council, Human Resources, Information Technology, City Clerk’s Office; Community Devel- Date of Notice of Application: October 17, 2014 Comment Due Date: November 3, 2014 opment Department Permits Under Review: Use Process III (File 14-Council Deliberations NOVEMBER 4, 2014 – REGULAR COUNCIL MEET- 104725-UP) and Transportation Concurrency (File 14-105252-CN) ING – 7:00 p.m. Existing Environmental Documents: SEPA Determi-PUBLIC HEARING (required by RCW 35A.34) nation of Nonsignificance (April 9, 2008) 2015-2016 Biennial Budget/Property Tax Levy NOVEMBER 18, 2014 – SPECIAL COUNCIL MEET- Required Studies: Stormwater Technical Information Report ING – 6:00 p.m. (only if needed) Development Regulations Used for Project Mitiga-Continue Council Deliberations NOVEMBER 18, 2014 – REGULAR COUNCIL tion: Federal Way Revised Code: Title 14, “Environmental Policy,” Title 16 “Surface Water MEETING – 7:00 p.m. -PUBLIC HEARING Continue from November 4 (re- Management,” and Title 19 “Zoning and Development Code.” quired by RCW 35A.34) -Introduction Ordinance/2015-2016 Biennial Bud- Public Comment & Appeals: Any person may submit written comments regarding the application to get the Director of Community Development by 5:00 -Introduction Ordinance/2015 Property Tax Levy DECEMBER 2, 2014 – REGULAR COUNCIL MEET- p.m. on November 3, 2014.Only persons who submit written comments to the director (address beING – 7:00 p.m. -Enactment Ordinance/2015-2016 Biennial Budget- low) or specifically request a copy of the decision, may appeal the decision. Details of appeal proceEnactment Ordinance/2015 Property Tax Rate dures for the requested land use decision will be -Resolution/Fee Schedule Amendment included with the written decision. All meetings will be held at City Hall, 33325 – 8 Availability of File: The official project file and envith Avenue South, Federal Way, WA. CITIZEN COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED AT ALL ronmental documents are available for public review during normal business hours at the DepartBUDGET MEETINGS. ment of Community Development (33325 8th Stephanie D. Courtney, CMC Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003). City Clerk City Staff Contact: Jim Harris – Contract Planner; 253-835-2540 Published in the Federal Way Mirror September jim.harris@cityoffederalway.com, or253-835-2652 26th; October 10th& 17th and November 14th, Published in the Federal Way Mirror October 17, 2014. 2014 FWM 2179 FWM2166 Mortenson Construction, 10230 NE Points Dr. Ste. 300, Kirkland, WA, 98033, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, Federal Way Performing Arts and Conference Center, is located at 20th Ave S. & S. 316th Street in Federal Way, in King County. This project involves 4.5 acres of soil disturbance for commercial construction activities. The receiving water is a tributary to West Hylebos Creek. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology regarding this application may do so in writing within thirty days of the last date of publication of this notice. 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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING, JUVENILE DEPARTMENT IN RE THE DEPENDENCY OF: BRYSON MANCUSO DOB: 8/5/13 NO: 14-7-01349-1 KNT NOTICE OF HEARING TO: * Christopher Robinson, Alleged Father; Unknown Biological Father and/or anyone claiming parental/paternal rights or interest in the child and to All Whom It May Concern: On May 20, 2014 , a petition for Dependency was filed in the above entitled Court, pursuant to RCW 13.34.080 and/or RCW 26.33.310 regarding the above named child, whose parents are Angela Hecker; Michael Shelby (Alleged) and *. [FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CALL 206-7203293, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.] Said Petition will be heard on November 17, 2014, at 8:15 a.m., at King County Superior Court, Juvenile Department, 401 4th Ave North, Kent, WA 98032, before a judge of the above entitled court, at which time you are directed to appear and answer the said petition or the petition will be granted and action will be taken by the court such as shall appear to be for the welfare of the said child. Dated: October 6, 2014. BARBARA MINER KING COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CLERK BY: AMD, Deputy Clerk Published in the Federal Way Mirror on October 10, 17, and 24, 2014 FWM 2172

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Thief steals pumpkin from family’s porch

Federal Way family was irritated to learn a pumpkin they recently picked was stolen from their porch on Friday. Jin Kim filed a police report with the Federal Way Police Department after he witnessed the suspect in the act from his home video surveillance. “When I looked at the video, at the time they took that, I was 8 feet away watching TV,” Kim said. Kim and his 7-year-old

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ployees from the adjusted 2014 budget with several other additions, bringing the total number of fulltime employees to 322.2. “We’re in the process of putting the meat back on the bones,” Ferrell said. This budget would allow the Federal Way Police

son went to Spooner Farms in Puyallup with his family this October and purchased two pumpkins. His son carved a little one but they saved the $16, 45-pound one to carve later. Kim said it was a unique pumpkin because it had a long stem the size of his wrist. But when they found out it was stolen, his son cried. He said it hurt his son’s holiday experience. “It just makes us not want to do this next year,” he said. “I thought I was in a safe area but, you know, it

seems like there’s a lot more of these things happening.” One of Kim’s friend’s neighbors who lives in Federal Way also had a similar experience but neither had this happen the year prior. Kim lives in Federal Way near the Walgreens on Hoyt Road. While all he can do is file a police report and wait, he hopes someone is able to identify the guy who took the pumpkin. The suspect appears to be a young white male, according to the video footage.

Cathy Schrock, a spokeswoman with the Federal Way Police Department, said Kim’s case is the only pumpkin theft from a porch that’s been reported to the department. But as of January 2013, she noted there’s been 38 cases of property stolen from porches. Eighteen cases were stolen packages, six cases were stolen flowers, potted plants or trees, four cases were lawn equipment, three were sports equipment and two cases were Christmas ornaments or

other holiday decor. Other cases of theft from porches included tools, bikes, seat cushions, shoes and a wallet.

If you can identify the pumpkin thief in the video footage, please contact Federal Way police at 253835-6700.

Department to add five officers to the 160-person staff through a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant, which will pay 60 percent of four officers’ pay for three years. The department would also receive three new patrol cars. “The priority of city government is to protect

its people and we want to make sure that we get to service levels in which that promise is fulfilled,” Ferrell said. “The philosophy is this: Cops on the street, supervisors in the field. And that’s important, we don’t need people back here at headquarters or City Hall. We need people on the street.” Ferrell said it’s especially important that the units changed their approach to be more proactive, stating the police substation in the north part of town is an example. “I’ve asked the chief and he’s delivered on a plan for greater enforcement and emphasis on the north sector where we’ve had some of the violent crime in our community,” he said. “The whole focus of several of our units has changed to be proactive and putting more officers there, with the addition of the COPS grant, really allows us to go in a much more proactive mode.” The addition would top the commissioned officers at 131 and “we haven’t been in the 130s for quite some time,” Ferrell said. The biennial budget also incorporates the salary of newly hired Tim Johnson, the Economic Development director and his supporting staff, and the future executive director of the Performing Arts and

Conference Center. It recognizes the three full-time employees in the building and planning divisions who were added in 2014 and $200,000 for specialized inspection and plan review in the Community Development Department. Public Works would receive a new development services manager, a street systems manager, a surface water management inspector and maintenance worker. The budget also calls for a snow and ice brine production and storage facility, which would improve snow removal in the city. The City Attorney’s Office would be restructured to include a domestic violence advocacy service while the Finance Department would get another full-time employee for various services. And the City Clerk’s Office would bring their full-time employees up to 2.5 from 1.8. If adopted, the mayor’s budget proposal would help out parks maintenance crews, who are responsible for maintaining more than 30 of the city’s parks. In partnership with Federal Way Public Schools, the mayor also distributed $700,000 toward Lakota Park at Lakota Middle School in this budget. “We found an additional $300,000 for Lakota Park and there was already $391,000 leftover from the

last budget for development at Lakota Park,” Ferrell said. According to a city news release, earlier plans to invest in the park by the city and the school district — the park’s co-manager and single biggest park user — were delayed by the Great Recession. “So it’s really rewarding to say no new taxes, no layoffs and, in fact, we’re adding programs,” Ferrell said. This budget reiterates the one-time $221,000 deal with King County to keep the Federal Way Public Health Center open temporarily, as well as $2 million for a South 352nd Street improvement project. Nearly $300,000 is slated for new chairs, mattresses and carpeting at Dumas Bay Centre and $15,000 for the Utility Box art project that the Federal Way Arts Commission presented in June. And after all is funded, the budget proposal still leaves $9 million a year in surplus, which would go in reserve. In June, the City Council established a policy that set goals for each fund, which ensured each fund has a healthy reserve requirement and that balances above those levels would be available to invest in “essential services.” A healthy reserve of 17 percent would equate to $7.18 million in 2015

and $7.66 million in 2016. The projected $9 million exceeds requirements, the mayor pointed out at the meeting. Ferrell said with the help of Ariwoola, the budget proposal is transparent and clear. “I think you’ve got a special responsibility to make sure that you’re intellectually honest and that money that’s being collected is going there and that’s a public trust issue,” he said. Ferrell said they’ve eliminated inter-fund transfers, health insurance will be tracked separately and the Traffic Safety Photo Enforcement fund will continue to be maintained as a separate fund, as well as the Utility and Prop. 1 funds. “The positions that are funded as a result of that come directly from those funds and that has really streamlined the process,” Ferrell said. The City Council will attend several budget work studies, which are open to the public, before they vote on a biennial budget on Dec. 2. The upcoming meetings will feature presentations of departmental budgets by directors and be open to public comment. The proposed 2015-2016 budget and the budget meeting calendar are available at www.cityoffederalway.com/budget.

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Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce members Jim Mongrain from Woodstone Credit Union, Janice Siebenaler from Heritage Bank and Lori Santamaria from Laurus Financial Group at a luncheon hosted by the Multi-Service Center at Emerald Downs on Oct. 15. The luncheon was to raise awareness about poverty and how educaiton can help pull someone out. According to a recent report, there’s been a 73 percent increase in people living in poverty from 2000 to 2012 in South King County. SARAH KEHOE, the Mirror

[ LUNCHEON from page 9] how they are incorporating new resources in their classrooms to better teach their students. “A few schools I’ve seen are going even more digital through having digital playlists of homework and projects for students,” he

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Starting Nov. 15, Washington Healthplanfinder customers who signed up for a Qualified Health Plan last year will be eligible to renew their health coverage for 2015 plans. Most customers may be eligible to automatically renew their current health plan, but customers also have the option to update their application and shop for new plan options. As part of national health care reform, the Washington Healthplanfinder was created as an easily accessible, online marketplace for individuals, families and small businesses in Washington state to compare and enroll in quality health insurance plans and access important cost savings. Approximately 80 percent of Qualified Health Plans offered in 2014 will be offered again during the next open enrollment period. “The great news is that most customers won’t need to take further action if

they like the health plan they had last year,” said Richard Onizuka, CEO for the Washington Health Benefit Exchange. “With twice as many health plan options this year, they may also decide to shop for a new plan that may better suit their needs and budget.” Current customers should be on the look-out for open enrollment renewal notices from Washington Healthplanfinder as early as this week. The letter will provide them with more information about their 2015 coverage and the renewal process, as well as any changes to their eligibility, whether they still qualify for financial help including an updated tax credit amount, and if they need to update their online account. Customers may also receive notices from their health insurance company detailing any changes to their coverage next year. The payment deadline for coverage effective Jan. 1, 2015 for new and current customers is Dec. 23 at 4:59 p.m. “It’s critical that customers take the time to shop for their health plan and

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Equity and Achievement Erin Jones and Teachers United Executive Director Chris Eide. Film producer and Executive Director Paige Edmiston says, “I was so inspired by the civic heroism the Federal Way High School students demonstrated in passing the 2012 levy to rebuild my alma mater. It was an honor to tell their story through film and I am excited that others will have the opportunity to experience that same inspiration at the Gig Harbor Film Festival. It’s my dream that, through The Sidekick Collective, we will be able to find and tell the stories of other extraordinary young people, like the FWHS students.” The screening begins at 2 p.m. Oct. 19 at The Galaxy Theater, Theater 10, at 4649 Point Fosdick Drive NW in Gig Harbor.

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