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Celebrated birth, untimely death By Scott Rasmussen Journal editor
ELECTION
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For the second time in two years, Friday Harbor voters are being asked whether to help pay for public services via an uptick in the town sales tax. They joined their county counterparts two years ago in approving a public safety sales tax, which raised the percent of sales-tax rate across the county from 7.8 percent to 8.1. This time, however, the would-be increase, at .02 percent (increasing the rate in town to 8.3 percent), is all about streets, sidewalks and storm drains, walking paths and bicycle lanes. The new revenue would be dedicated for a select-list of transportation improvements that reside exclusively within the town and are cataloged on the town sixyear transportation improvement plan. While the fate of the ballot measure rests solely in the hands of the town’s 1,354 registered voters, the increase would apply to anyone that, for lack of a better term, shops in Friday Harbor, visitors and islanders alike. That’s part of the equity of the proposal, billed on the ballot as Town Proposition No. 1, according to town officials. “It’s a way to spread out the cost of taking care of the town’s roads,” Mayor Carrie Lacher said of the sale-tax proposal. “It See STREETS, Page 5
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Missing and presumed dead, L-120 swims alongside its mother, L-86, shortly after its birth in early September. The first southern resident born in two years was last seen more than seven week ago.
Only seven weeks after its celebrated arrival, the first newborn in nearly two years to join the population of endangered killer whales that makes its summer, seasonal home in the San Juans is now missing, and presumed dead. The Center for Whale Research confirmed that the baby, L-120, first identified Sept. 6 off the west side of San Juan Island, was nowhere to be seen when its mother, L-86, along with other members of L-pod, were recently photographed in the waters of Juan de Fuca Strait. “L-86 was seen and photographed on Friday, Saturday and Monday, all without L-120,” Center for Whale Research Ken Balcomb said. Balcomb maintains the disappearance of another calf and the absence of newborns underscores the plight of the orcas, whose numbers continue to plummet as the onceabundant salmon runs of the Pacific Northwest and Canada, Chinook in particular, the primary source of prey of the resident whales, dwindle to historic lows. The population, 78 whales in all, is at a 30-year low. “Thirty years ago, there were anywhere See DEATH, Page 5
Which way would that spill drift?
Friends of the San Juans’ Stephanie Buffum holds a drift-card. The cards, dropped throughout the Salish Sea, are intended to simulate the possible path oil could drift in the event of a spill.
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A tanker carrying hundreds of tons of fuel lost power close to the shores of Haida Gwaii, a northern British Columbia archipelago, Thurs., Oct. 16. The vessel, nearing the shoreline, in danger of running aground and spilling fuel into the water, was rescued by a U.S. tug boat after the Canadian Coast Guard was unable to tow it to safety. Three environmental organizations from the U.S. and Canada,
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including Friends of the San Juans, have dropped drift cards labeled “this could be oil,” over the past year, with the most recent drop Aug. 25. The cards were dropped along oil tanker routes from the Burrard Inlet in southwest B.C., through the Gulf
Islands and San Juan Islands, and out into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The goal is to model the likely path where oil would travel, in the event of a major spill. Out of 700 cards dropped, six See DRIFT?, Page 4
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A box of legos tumble to the floor, the cooing voice of a woman calls across the room: “that’s okay, we’ll clean it up later.” She bends down onto the foam sea surrounding a stationary wooden fishing boat, and helps a little boy playing captain buckle his life jacket. “My background is in kindergarten and first grade education,” says Cathy Kromer, owner of A Place to Play in Friday Harbor. “This is my comfort zone.” A Place to Play, located at 55 Spring Street, opened its doors Memorial Day Weekend. In children’s museum style, it functions as an indoor playing space for children, where imagination and creation are at the forefront of fun. Kromer isn’t a “babysitter” by any means, yet she spends most of her day playing alongside the kids. Parents must accompany their kids, but relaxing on the plush colorful couches and 1950s style diner tables, with a good book or the free wi-fi provided, is certainly an option. The idea to open the business was planted nearly a decade ago, and the timing was finally right. Experiencing an empty nest as both Kromer’s son’s (one’s an artist, the other an
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New paths unfold for ‘Trails’ Committee seeks volunteers help to maintain trails By Emily Greenberg Journal Reporter
From Roche Harbor to American camp, the opportunities to walk, hike and bike on San Juan Island are plentiful. While islanders have been busy playing during summer and fall months, San Juan Island Trails Committee has been busy planning winter activities to engage the community and maintain trails. “This is Washington, everything grows like crazy here,” Trails’ Dave Zeretzke said. “Whether it’s a garden, pasture or forest—there’s a profusion of plant life.” That’s why the committee is seeking volunteers to do light outdoor labor, a few hours per month, to help with trail clearing and upkeep. For those that may not have a forte for flinging dirt and wielding shovels, there are opportunities to be involved in public outreach, website design, planning and committee governance. Are you an avid birdwatcher or mushroom hunter? Trail stewards and monitors are also being sought. Individuals would essentially take responsibility for a trail, walk it once a
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service to future walks. A spin-off of “walks” will begin Nov. 3, 6:30 p.m., at the library. “Know Your Islander’s Talks” gives listeners the opportunity to hear some of the amazing adventures had by their island neighbors. From snow-camping in Mount Rainier, to living off the land in Alaska, to swimming with dolphins in Zanzibar, all presentations will touch on the adventurous human spirit and unique experiences in the great outdoors. The first talk will feature a presentation by Bob Anderson, and his stories of surveying Mount Rainier. “There are a lot of people who can’t go walking, but want to know what’s going on,” Drath said. “That’s why we started this.”
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“If it can get there, it could likely get back,” Friends Director Stephanie Buffum said, alluding to the likelihood of fuel drifting into the Salish Sea, if spilled off the Haida Gwaii shorelines. The drift card project came to life after the third largest energy company in North America, Kinder Morgan, proposed the expansion of its Trans Mountain Pipeline, which transports crude and refined oil from points as far away as Alberta and California. If approved, the expansion of the pipeline would increase the amount of Alberta tar sand oil transported to the Vancouver, B.C. area from 300,000 to 890,000 barrels per day, and likely boost tanker traffic in the Salish Sea from five tankers per month, to 34. Island’s Oil Spill Association is preparing. “Because of the potential
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Season: Continued from page 2 who were killing time before their scheduled departure. Equally important as the tourists in summer, however, are locals, including island-residing grandparents visited by their grandchildren throughout the year. Kromer is optimistic that the winter months will continue to be busy, as the weather keeps people indoors, and playtime at home can get a bit redundant. A Place to Play offers “frequent-player passes,” which includes 12 visits at $5 each. Admission is normally $7.50 per person, with a $1 discount for islanders. Renting the space for a birthday party is also available. For the time being, the space is open Monday mornings, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., for special activities and art projects, Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m, and Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Visit www.aplacetoplay.biz for updates on business hours. “For the 10 years I’ve lived here, I’ve always thought Friday Harbor needed an inside place to play,” Kromer said. “I’m a big believer in play for kids.”
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Continued from page 1 brings in a broader range of people to help support our streets, so that burden isn’t just carried by town residents. I think it’s a smart idea.” The streets of Friday Harbor are welltraveled by just about everyone who visits San Juan Island and by most island residents as well. It seems fair, Lacher said, that those who rely on those streets ought to also chip in to help pay for their maintenance, repair and improvement. Without an infusion of new funding, Town Administrator Duncan Wilson said the town would be hard-pressed to pay for the annual upkeep of its streets and for a long list of much-needed repairs or major improvements. If approved, the tax hike is expected to generate about $240,000 a year. While that sum won’t cover the cost of a major improvement project by itself, like the one under way on Blair Street or a retrofit of Tucker Avenue (No. 2 on
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Continued from page 1 between three to nine babies each year,” he said. An abundant food source is critical for survival of a newborn killer whale, as calves nurse on its mother’s milk for about a year, Balcomb said. Listed endangered in the U.S. in 2005, the southern residents consist of three tightly knit clans, known as J, K and L pods. The population was afforded protection under federal law in the footsteps of a 20 percent decline in the mid 1990s. As of 2010, the population totaled 87 animals. The southern Residents are designated endangered by Washington state and in Canada as well. L-120 was the first addition to the Southern Resident orcas since August, 2012, the third calf of L-86, a 23-year-old female. L-86 is also mother of a 10-year-old male, L-106, and its second offspring, L-112, also known as Sootke, died in early 2012 of injuries to tissues in its
the six-year improvement plan), Wilson said it is well-suited as leverage for loans, grants or the local match typically required by the state, at 10 percent, for grants or its share of spending on local road projects. This year, the town tapped three sources of revenue to set aside roughly $617,000 for road repair, preservation and improvement. By policy, 25 percent of town property tax goes to roads, as does its share of state Capron funds ($113,000 in ‘14) and a percentage of its share of the public safety tax ($125,00 in ‘14). The sales-tax proposal was placed on the ballot by the town’s newly created Transportation Benefit District, the formation of which Wilson helped the town council create by borrowing page out of the playbook from his previous position in North Bend. A state-sanctioned public entity unto itself, the town TBD must adhere to a strict set of guidelines afforded to it by the state, one of which demands that money raised by a sales-tax hike can be used only for those projects on the roster of the town’s six-year TIP.
skull resulting from a massive pressure trauma of an unknown cause. The death L-112, an otherwise healthy 3-year-old, led to a high-profile necropsy and speculation among many that its injuries may have been caused by ammunition training off the coast of Washington state by the U.S. or Canadian Navy, near the mouth of Juan de Fuca Strait. Donated to the Friday Harbor Whale Museum, the skeleton of L-112 remains on display. “We haven’t treated these magnificent orcas well at all,” Orca Network’s Howard Garrett said in the wake of L-120’s disappearance. “As a society we are not successfully restoring this orca community despite the many warnings and legal declarations.” Co-director of the Whidbey Island-based marine mammal advocacy group, Garrett said the Salish Sea’s resident orcas will likely vanish in the coming years unless the region’s salmon runs, the killer whales primary source of sustenance, are restored and protected.
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“The money is watched and audited separately by the state,” he said, “and they’re restricted funds that can only be used for what’s on the list.” That list tops $10 million, to date, and trailing behind Tucker, are would-be
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OPINION Letters to the Editor
Priorities in place; ‘Yes’ on Prop. 1
San Juan County has been diligent in protecting our tax dollars, and continues to so. I believe as taxpayers we should expect nothing less. The county has prioritized basic and necessary services which receives the full support of our regular tax dollar. They have also identified those services that require dollars generated from a levy lid-lift to support. These ‘extra’ services are critical to what makes the islands such an exceptional place to live, but, in my opinion, are by no means ‘extra’. These services go to the heart of the fabric of our community by addressing the needs of our senior citizens, by supporting the staffing and programs for our Public Health Department, dollars are used for the maintenance and operations of our county Parks, and they help provide critical services to the victims of crime. These dollars also provide support for our youth through 4-H, the county fair, the sheriff ’s office work release/community service program, and support to the Island Oil Spill Association (IOSA). These are important programs that have had our support and continues to need our support. One final point: While I think the county has its priorities correct, and asking for voter approval to fund these ‘extra’ programs every five of six years is positive, I do think these programs
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should be part of our regular tax structure. Elections are expensive, and sometimes confusing. When economic times are tough, the county knows how to prioritize and will when they need to. But for now, they are asking for another temporary lid-lift to support these operations, and I believe as taxpayers we should support this request. BILL CUMMING San Juan Island Editor’s note: Bill Cumming is former sheriff of San Juan County
Well-fit for office; vote for Pederson
As the retiring San Juan County Treasurer, I feel that I am in a position to support Rhonda Pederson for this position. I have worked closely with Rhonda during her 14 -year tenure with the auditor’s office. Her knowledge of the county’s computer systems, her work ethic and her customer service skills will greatly serve the citizens of San Juan County and will insure a smooth transition for the office of treasurer. Please join me in voting for Rhonda Pederson for the office of San Juan County Treasurer JAN SEARS San Juan Island
Poor portrait for Prop. 1, vote ‘No’
I recently received in the mail the voters’ pamphlet for the forthcoming general election. San Juan County Proposition No.1 proposes
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to cancel an existing levy lift and replace it with a new levy lift of 18 cents per thousand. The Voters’ Pamphlet does not provide the most basic and essential information based on which the voter can make an informed decision. The explanatory statement drafted by our county attorney, Randall K. Gaylord, does not disclose the tax rate of the existing levy rate The reader is left uniformed as to whether or not the new levy rate is an increase over the existing levy, and if so, by how much. It is the levy rate that establishes whether or not the property owner, for a given assessed value, faces an increased tax burden or not. The statement does twice—almost surreptitiously—use the word “increase,” but fails to state the dollar amount or the percentage of the increase. Further, while the statement gives a laundry list of programs funded by the county’s levy, it fails to specify which programs have increased in cost and why. In other words, the statement makes no attempt to justify the need for an increase—if that what it is— in county tax rates. Looked at charitably, the explanatory statement for the proposition is simply inept and incompetently drafted. If not, then it is an exercise in obfuscation and disinformation. I might also add that the circular distributed in the mail by the county also fails to specify the existing levy rate and thus fails to inform the property owner whether or not the rate is being
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increased. The county can either treat its citizens as thinking adults and disclose the necessary information based on which the citizenry can make an informed decision, or it can treat its citizens as sheep who blindly vote for whatever the county asks. In this instance, the county and its attorney, Mr. Gaylord, have opted to treat us as sheep. I have two recommendations: 1) We should vote to reject the proposed levy and thereby compel the county to return at a later date with another proposition with all the relevant facts clearly stated. 2) Given the sheer incompetence of the explanatory statement, we should not vote for Mr. Gaylord, who is running unopposed for the office of county prosecuting attorney, and write-in another candidate, say, J. Smith. ROBERT DEGAVRE San Juan Island
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An event to savor, & dinner is served
On Oct. 1, we attended the first Community Dinner of the school year at Friday Harbor High School. What a success it was. The dinner is part of the successful Food for Thought program, headed by Chef Andy and Liz Varvaro, who provide the leadership for the culinary students at FHHS. It was great to see friends, families, neighbors, and community members all enjoying delicious, fresh, locally grown food prepared and served by the students. There was laughter, conversation and a warm community feeling all over the room. Someone had a birthday and the entire room sang “Happy Birthday.” What an outstanding program this is for students at the high school, who learn such practical skills and often discover a passion for the culinary industry. The
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students were friendly, welcoming, dressed for their roles, provided great service and had smiles for everyone. Thank you to all the efforts of Chef Andy and Liz. We are all beneficiaries of their dedication and expertise. Don’t miss the next dinner Wednesday, Nov. 5 at the high school. You won’t be disappointed. SUE BUETTELL San Juan Island
Equipped to lead; Krebs for sheriff
Over the last 12 years I have had many opportunities to work with most members of the Sheriff Department, often in critical circumstances. Ron Krebs stands out as the exceptional sheriff ’s deputy, who is not only more than capable dealing with people in difficult situations, but is fair and kind. He has the ability to think See LETTERS, Page 7
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y this time, plenty of ballots have been filled out, mailed in and many minds are probably at ease. Not ours. We’re still struggling. Torn this way and that by one measure in particular. We certainly find no fault with the solidarity shown for the foot soldiers of San Juan EMS, nor with those that voted in favor of its request for a 15-cent property tax increase. After all, EMS is an award-winning agency, boasting a stellar record in the field, where training and expertise are crucial, and decisions are made under trying circumstances. Lives often hang in the balance when EMS springs into action. We share the sentiments for a job well done. But when it comes to the balance sheet and campaign, our support wavers. In three years time, 2010-13, EMS grew from an agency with $1.5 million in annual income and $1.3 million in costs, to one with $3.2 million in yearly expenses and $3.8 million in income. On paper, that’s more than twice the size. Sure, the devil is always in the details when budgets are on the table. But if that’s the type of exponential expansion it takes to operate an emergency medical service today, I guess we must’ve missed the memo. We thought EMS to be a pretty stellar corps back in 2010, too. Numbers have been sliced, diced, debated and tossed about like candy corn over the past few weeks. Here’s one more. The third time could be the charm. EMS should go back to the drawing board.
PUBLIC MEETINGS n Port of Friday Harbor Commission, Oct. 29, 4 p.m., Ernie’s Cafe, 744 Airport Circle Way (optional meeting date). n SJI Hospital District Commission, Oct. 29, 5 p.m., EMS Building, 1079 Sprint St. (PIMC campus). n SJI School District Board of Directors, Oct. 29, 5 p.m., FH High School Library, 285 Blair Ave. n Veterans Advisory Board, Oct. 31, 11:45 a.m., San Juan County Legislative Building, 55 Second St. n Marine Resources Committee, Nov. 5, 8:30 a.m., County Legislative Building, 55 Second St. n Friday Harbor Town Council, Nov. 6, noon & 5:30 p.m., Town Council Chambers, 60 Second St. n San Juan Library Board of Trustees, Nov. 10, 5-7 p.m., San Juan Island Library, 1010 Guard St.
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Continued from page 6 several steps ahead, which makes him so perfect for the sheriff position. Ron believes in making people understand why rules and regulations exist, rather than being the guy who slaps you with a ticket immediately. On the other hand, he will fight against illegal actions and be the protective force we all want and need for our islands. Ron is not the guy who will stand behind the lines and float along as we have experienced in the last few years, but be the first one in line to serve and protect. Ron Krebs has the sheriff ’s department behind him, as well as the capability, knowledge and the will to make the office of the sheriff an excellent working entity. Ron certainly has my vote. BIRGIT KIETE San Juan Island
For ‘can-do’ clerk; reelect White
I am writing in support of Joan White’s re-election as San Juan County Clerk. I have had the good fortune to have known Joan since she was a legal assistant to John Linde. That job gave her a good foundation for her next job as Deputy County Clerk, which gave her the foundation, knowledge and experience to serve as our elected clerk—a job she has held for the past eight years. As an attorney, I have had regular contact with Joan, both in her role in the private sector and at the clerk’s office. Throughout all those years, I have appreciated Joan’s skills and knowledge, her willingness to help me and others, and her friendly, “can-do” approach to her job. Please join me in voting to re-elect Joan as County Clerk. MARY STONE San Juan Island
Faulty equation; a ‘No’ vote for EMS
It seems to me that the EMS funding vote is a simple, straightforward collective insurance policy. No problem there, we need an ambulance service on the island. What I don’t understand is why my premium toward that policy is tied to the appraised value of my house. Convenient? Maybe. Fair?... not at all.
As with Airlift Northwest, why isn’t the cost of the service presented and the premium applied in equal measure to all the participants? Why, as an equal beneficiary of the service, isn’t the premium applied equally? My car insurance has nothing to do with the appraised value of my house. I appreciate the service, but until the costs are transparent and a better funding mechanism is proposed, I’ll be voting “No” on this measure. DAVID AMBROSE San Juan Island
In need of critical care; ‘Yes’ for EMS
I am writing in support of the EMS levy increase. This necessary and vital emergency service is a real asset in these isolated islands. I had never had the occasion to use their services (thank goodness) until eight weeks ago when I had to take an emergency flight to Anacortes. I was two weeks overdue with my first baby and my water broke, full of meconium, 30 minutes after the last ferry left. We called EMS and they were there within minutes, and hustled to get me on a flight to beat the rapidly approaching fog. After my water broke, my labor progressed quickly and I was contracting every two to three minutes by the time we were on the plane. I feel it is of utmost importance that we have highly trained, well-paid employees and administrative staff for our local emergency services. If there aren’t going to be any maternity services in the islands, we need to count on our EMS to handle situations like mine. The ultrasound doppler in the ambulance was a bit antiquated and was missing its battery cover, luckily I chose to stay positive and not panic, but it wasn’t able to find my baby’s heartbeat. They should have state of the art equipment, the besttrained staff, and well-paid employees. Join me and vote”Yes” for EMS. JUNIPER MAAS San Juan Island
Troubled by EMS campaign tactics
EMS is “the source” of our information, which the voting public relies and bases their voting decisions on. It’s when we start asking question about information given to us that we discover
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2014 ELECTION discrepancies. When comparing EMS information to the county assessor, auditor, and elections offices, the numbers don’t add up. Then we ask questions. Are we being given accurate information to make an informed decision? According to EMS, call volumes are up 44 percent. Yet, since the hospital was built EMS call volumes have gone down. EMS states they are operating on 20 percent less or 33 percent less if you compare their campaign flyer to the Voter’s Pamphlet. This is information EMS is giving us, but why are the figures changing? EMS states property taxes decreased so dramatically that the existing levy (which doesn’t expire until 2016) won’t cover costs. Yet our economy is rebounding, proceeds from the old building sold ($565,000) and revenue from their contract with Island Air Ambulance should cover their costs, if EMS lives within their means. EMS chose to build an over-budgeted building, equipped it with a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and gave themselves salary increase up to 32 percent in one year. This is not living within their means. This money would have been better spent on new ambulances, equipment, or a myriad of other things that actually benefit the community. It disturbs me to read scare tactics of service cuts, possibly not having EMTs at your door in an emergency and threats of paying more for services if you don’t vote “Yes.” We all made adjustments during the falling economy. We all had to decide whether to buy that new car or fix the old one. EMS didn’t adjust their spending and wants taxpayers’ money to maintain the lifestyle of which they’ve become accustom. We all love our EMTs and appreciate their dedication to our community. Others have donated to their association and it directly benefits them and is tax deductable. Please consider the source and wait until the current levy expires to make a more informed vote. Vote “No” on EMS Levy LESLIE BRENNAN San Juan Island
EMS? Well-suited for added support
I am a property owner, and want to pay as little as possible in property tax. And, I am voting in favor of the EMS Levy because I believe we have an incredible EMS team. Not only are they there to help when you need them, they also work to prevent tragedy. I know there is more than one teenager who chose not to get in a vehicle with a drunk driver because of the Every 15 Minutes Program (paid for by grants). They save lives, and I appreciate all the lives of the people living in my community. Funding is necessary. From all the facts I’ve heard, they are responsible with their funding. Please vote “Yes” for the EMS levy. KATIE ASKEW San Juan Island
Ready for change; Krebs for sheriff
I am writing to urge all to vote for Ron Krebs for sheriff. I have had an opportunity to get to know Ron in the last year, starting when I needed assistance in a civil matter concerning the return of misplaced property to me. Ron showed up with a can-do approach that was, to say at the very least, impressive. He had a clear common sense approach to the situation that brought about resolution and great relief to me, all in under an hour. Since then I have spoken with Ron many times and continue to be impressed with his knowledge of many local issues, (and not local). Many subjects were discussed, and I found him to even have a head for numbers and business, which is a large part of being sheriff. I am very comfortable with the idea of Ron Krebs being our new sheriff, and think we should elect him. SCOTT A. BENEDICT San Juan Island
Integrity, humor too; reelect White
I have had the pleasure of working with Joan White for more than 15 years. She always brings professionalSee LETTERS, Page 8
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Continued from page 7 ism and integrity to the workplace, but she also brings a sense of humor which is most welcome. The courtsystem could
not function effectively without the likes of people like Joan White. I recommend her without reservation. JOAN PEDRICK Friday Harbor
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Embrace change; Krebs for sheriff
As a 35-year resident of San Juan Island, I have watched Sheriff Rob Nou as he has had his deputies well-trained in the art of law enforcement. We have watched closely as the officers have issued hundreds of citations for: cell-phone usage while driving, making a rolling stop at stop signs instead of coming to a full stop (except for bicyclists); going two miles an hour over the speed limit in a school zone, crossing a double-yellow line to give bicyclists a little extra clearance; neglecting to
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use seat belts, and creating a Christmas eve standoff with carolers and onlookers because of a lack of taillights (when the trailer was well-lit with an abundance of lights). Traffic laws are in place for good reasons; however, commons sense should come into play. Meanwhile, every student at Friday Harbor High School knows where to purchase alcohol, marijuana, cocaine and heroin, if they so desire. This has been an ongoing problem since before Rob Nou became sheriff and the usage has continued, and probably gotten worse. When high school students have to be sent to rehab, you know the community has a real drug problem. It is not just school students with drug problems, as we have many, many adult drug users who appear to have no problem purchasing illegal drugs. For the above reasons, I strongly support Ron Krebs for sheriff. It’s time for new blood in the department. Let’s see if Krebs can acquire community backing without harassing our citizens and visitors with the volume of citations we have witnessed. First and fore-
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For safer society, vote ‘Yes’ on I-594
As I listen to coverage of the Marysville high school shooting, I am wondering, with great rage, how many more innocent people, and children, must die before gun control becomes a reality in this country. Mr. Guard, no one is interested in depriving supervised young adults from safely hunting legal game with legal and appropriate hunting rifles. It is scare tactics such as those expressed in your article “As I See It” (“Madden’s first deer: Inside view of I-594,” Oct. 22, pg. 9) which will cause otherwise responsible people to defeat I-594. This bill closes the loophole enabling anyone to purchase a gun, through the Internet or at a gun show,
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without a background check. It will save lives, as documented by other states which have enacted such legislation. That is a proven fact. If Madden was to follow the exact letter of the bill, she might have had to wait a few days to bag the deer totally legally with her dad, the gun owner, or use her uncle’s gun. Is this small inconvenience worth the death of so many men, women and children? Do you really think law enforcement on the island has any interest in putting legal hunters behind bars? I think they have more pressing issues to occupy their time. Ask the parents of the dead Marysville children. We are the only Western country which allows purchase of weapons, including automatic and assault weapons by anyone. And we call that “civilized?” When the second amendment was written, obviously the authors did not have these weapons in mind, nor the large population of mentally ill or abusive people who now have access to weapons. Marysville is very close to home. Two dead, three seriously wounded. A horrifying wake up call. We need to pass I-594, as a first step to prevent the death and wounding of innocent people. No one, perhaps even those thrilled at the appearance of beautiful bucks on this island, wants to take hunting rifles away. Madden’s future killing of deer is not in jeopardy. But your life, or your child’s, may be. Please, fellow islanders, pass I-594 before we have a replay of Marysville on the island, and happy stag hunting. MARLYNN LITTAUER San Juan Island — Editor’s note: Go to www. sanjuanjournal.com for more letters, and opinions, about issues and the candidates in the upcoming Nov. 4 election.
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Harvest Dinner Food for Thought’s community dinner Nov. 5. PAGE 16
What’s Happening! Wednesday, Oct. 29 Flying Squirrel Gala, Library, 7 p.m., free. Russel Barsh from Kwiaht Center and Shona Aitken from Wolf Hollow discuss island mammals. Refreshments. Info, 3782798, www.sjlib.org On Book! Readers Theatre, SJCT, 7:30 p.m. Free. Kurt Vonnegut’s “Happy Birthday, Wanda June,” directed by Tony Vivenzio. Info, 378-3210, www.sjct.org
Thursday, Oct. 30 Harvest Dinner & Silent Auction, Presbyterian Church, 5-7 p.m. A community meal, salmon entree. Vegetarian option available. $15 adults, $5 children. Proceeds support DVSAS San Juan. Info, 378-8680. Adult Basketball, Turnbull Gym, 7-9 p.m. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 3784953, www.islandrec.org “Red”, Fairgrounds, 7:30 p.m. Dynamic, Tony-Award winning play, portrays artist Mark Rothko. Directed by Helen Machin-Smith. Free, donations encouraged. Info, 378-5649, www.islandstageleft.org On Book! Readers Theatre, SJCT, 7:30 p.m. Free. Kurt Vonnegut’s “Happy Birthday Wanda June,” directed by Tony Vivenzio. Info, 378-3210, www.sjct.org
Friday, Oct. 31 Indoor Movie: Beetlejuice, Fairgrounds, 9 p.m. Price TBA. Wear a costume, bring your own campchair, concession begins at 8:15. Info, 378-4310, info@sjcfair.org “Red”, Fairgrounds, 7:30 p.m. Dynamic, TonySee CALENDAR, Page 11
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umored to have been wreaked by havoc in the ‘60s and ‘70s by tricksters of all ages–Friday Harbor has taken to more subdued forms of celebrating the spookiest of holidays. Whether you’re looking to do some ghost-hunting, or to see what costumes the kids are wearing these days–fear not, there are plenty of fun and festive opportunities around town this Halloween. Begin early on All Hallow’s Day. Starting at the elementary school and then masquerading through town, this year’s annual elementary school dress-up parade begins at 9:30 a.m. (Friday is an “early release” day so the parade starts earlier than usual). Tots in disguise are surely the ones who have the most fun during Halloween. Get inspired for your own costume attire or just soak-in some of that inner child essence. The San Juan Community Theatre will be screening National Theatre Live’s Frankenstein. Broadcasted to the theatre in high definition, the harrowing tale of the friend-less monster comes to life on the big screen in honor of this ghoulish day. The show begins at 7 p.m., tickets are $20. Enter another dimension at the fairgrounds’ first-ever indoor movie. “Beetlejuice” will be screened in the main building at 9 p.m. Seating and concessions begin at 8:15. Good ghosts versus bad ghosts and striking a deal with one on the devilish side, the film is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Costumes encour-
Halloween Highlights • Elementary School Costume Parade: 9:30 a.m., Spring Street. • National Theatre Live’s Frankenstein: 7 p.m., SJCT • Beetlejuice: 9 p.m., Fairgrounds • Wolf Hollow Costume Ball: 7 p.m., Brickworks
aged, but no masks. An extravaganza for those that want to celebrate, while supporting a good cause, will be hosted by Wolf Hollow, 7 p.m., at Brickworks. The All Hallow’s Eve Charity Costume Ball will include creatively costumed islanders, tasty treats, local wine and cocktails, and live music. Space is limited, tickets are $60 and all proceeds benefit the Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Visit www.wolfhollowwildlife.org for tickets to the costume ball. Visit Serendipity Used Bookstore, home to the alleged ghost of Lena Wilson, who moved with her family from Lopez Island to the building now home to the store, and died in 1957. If you don’t feel any ghostly presence, congratulate the living residents of the building–as Halloween is their 19th anniversary of opening the store. Roche Harbor Resort is home to several spooky spirits including Ada Beane, the personal secretary to the McMillin family when Roche Harbor still manufactured lime. Ms. Beane has made her presence known to Roche Harbor guests and employees through the flickering of lights, and sounds of footsteps when the hotel was empty. She’s sure to be active on the second floor of the Hotel de Haro on Halloween…if you dare. While at Roche, meander through the woods and the graveyard to the Mausoleum, the symbolic tomb built for the McMillin family. The ashes of the family are even rumored to be underneath the chairs, and stories have been told of strange happenings if you sit down. You may get the feeling that you are not alone if you find yourself on this part of the island.
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Saturday, Nov. 1 Scooter & Skate Night, Fairgrounds, Scooter & trike 5:30-6:30 p.m, $2 per rider, $5 per family. Skate 7-8:30 p.m., $3 per rider, $8 per family. Info, 378-4953, www. islandrec.org
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The Journal of the San Juan Islands | SanJuanJournal.com “Red”, Fairgrounds, 7:30 p.m. Dynamic, Tony-Award winning play, portrays artist Mark Rothko. Directed by Helen Machin-Smith. Free, donations encouraged. Info, 378-5649, www.islandstageleft.org ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’, Library, 7 p.m, free. Paul “Buck” Stierle sings Bob Dylan songs from the early years. Refreshments. Info, 378-2798, www.sjlib.org
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‘Slow boat to China,’ Carla Wright shares her story about traveling aboard a container ship destined for Shanghai, Nov. 5, at the library.
Sunday, Nov. 2 Pancake Breakfast, Mullis Community Center, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. $6 adults, $3 children. Proceeds benefit events at the center. Info, josiefeld@ aol.com, 551-7778 The Met: Live in HD, Figaro, SJCT, 2 p.m. Mozart masterpiece Le Nozze de Figaro. $20 adults, $18 students. 378-3210, www.sjct. org Day of the Dead Remembrance Ceremony, Whale Museum, 3 p.m, free. Honor the lives of the departed southern resident orcas. Refreshments. Info, www.whalemuseum.org, 378-4710 “Red”, Fairgrounds, 4 p.m. Dynamic, Tony-Award winning play, portrays artist Mark Rothko. Directed by Helen Machin-Smith. Free, donations encouraged. Info, 378-5649, www.islandstageleft.org Auditions, Almost Maine, PARC Building, 70 Saltspring Drive, 7 p.m. Casting adults
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Monday, Nov. 3 Know Your Islanders Talks, Library, 6:30 p.m, free. Enjoy Bob Anderson, expert outdoorsman, tell his tale of surveying Mt. Rainier. Refreshments. Info, 3782798, www.sjlib.org Drop-in Badminton & Ping Pong, Turnbull Gym, 7-9 p.m. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 378-4953, www.islandrec.org Contra Dance, Grange Hall, 7:30 p.m, free. Instruction provided. Called by Mike Cohen of the Contra Band. Info, nature@interisland.net, 378-6313
Tuesday, Nov. 4 ‘Black & White Night’ Dinner Event, Friday Harbor House, 5:30 p.m. Gourmet menu, wine, dessert. $80 per person, $150 couples. Proceeds benefit the Whale See CALENDAR, Page 16
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Annual events honor orcas The first week in November marks two annual events at The Whale Museum. The Day of the Dead remembrance ceremony to honor the lives, and commemorate the deaths of the departed orca whales within the southern resident community will take place Nov. 2, 3:00 p.m., at the Whale Museum. The fourth annual celebration will pay tribute to the lost whales of this year, as well as those from years past. The community is invited to share photos, stories and memories of the orcas who are gone, but not forgotten. Refreshments will be served. The Day of the Dead remembrance ceremony is free and open to the public. Donations are accepted and encouraged. The Whale Museum will host its annual “Black & White Night” dinner event, Nov. 4, at the Friday Harbor House, 5:30 p.m. The evening begins with a reception in The Bluff Restaurant, followed by dinner in the San Juan Room, and concludes with dessert
Hospice to sponsor grief support group for holiday season
Hospice of San Juan and the library will host a support group for those that have lost a loved one cope during the holiday season. “Grief and Loss: Getting Through the Holiday Season,” Nov. 10, 9 a.m., will be held at the library. Call hospice grief coordinators Madelyn Busse, (360) 375-6052, or Margaret Langlie, (425) 466-6601 with questions about this event or other support groups.
in The Whale Museum’s gallery. The event features a gourmet menu by local chef Aaron Rock. The reception will have a cash bar, and dinner includes wine from Northwest Totem Cellars. This year-end celebration is a fundraiser for the Museum’s education and research programs. The cost is $80 per person or $150 per couple and includes reception hor d’oeuvres, sit-down dinner with wine, and dessert. Visit www.whalemuseum.org, or call 378-4710, to make a reservation. Proceeds from both events benefit the Whale Museum and its programs.
Council to host social media workshop
San Juan County Arts Council will host a new workshop for those interested in using social media for promotion, Nov. 8, 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., at Lopez Island Library. The workshop is intended for those interested in using social media to promote one’s art, arts’ organization, or arts’ facility. Workshop presenter Robin Jacobsen is a media relations consultant with an arts background, and former communications manager of San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau Bringing a smartphone, tablet or laptop is suggested, as well as a bagged lunch. Transportation will be available from the Lopez Island ferry landing. The workshop costs $40, class size is limited. To register visit www. sjcartscouncil.org, or call 378-4961.
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OPALCO is seeking a GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Technician with experience in GIS, AutoCAD, database, GPS or comparable systems. A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively with members, Co-op leadership, staff and outside agencies are a must. Main roles include updating system and electrical maps, tracking system changes and outages and providing services to other departments to facilitate their needs. This is an Eastsound (preferably) based, bargaining unit, full time position with some travel to other districts as needed. Download a detailed job description at www.opalco.com to learn more.
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OPALCO is seeking a Journeyman Lineman for the Lopez District. Must hold a valid journeyman lineman certificate. Primary function of this job is responsibility for construction, maintenance and operation of the overhead and underground transmission and distribution system. This is an Lopez Island based, full-time bargaining unit position. Download a detailed job description at www.opalco.com to learn more.
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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT R HOUSE ADULT FAMILY HOME We are Interviewing for full time day shift, full time day/evening shift position. We want professional caregivers who understand the important needs of dementia/memory care residents in a HOME environment. We want people who understand caregiving and are looking for an incredible place to work. IN RETURN We offer competitive starting wages. We prefer currently certified CNA’s, HCA’s, Nurse Delegated Certified, but.... WILL CONSIDER ALL otherwise qualified candidates. Must pass a background check. Have references and able to obtain or have food handlers permit. Please call, 360-378-1024. email Paula at PaulaRHouseAFH@ gmail.com, or stop in to be interviewed for immediate consideration.
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Owner: Heinmiller and Stamiesen, 117 Legend Lane, 260724011 PAPL00- Appeal of building Deer Harbor, WA 98243; 117 Legend Lane 09-0004 permit;remanded by Deer Harbor, Orcas Appellant: Michael Durland, court PO Box 203, Deer Harbor, WA 98243 Application Comments: Any file may be examined by appointment during regular business hours at the San Juan County Community Development & Planning at 135 Rhone Street, Friday Harbor, WA. Anyone desiring to comment on the Notice of Application can do so by submitting a written statement to CD&P at P. O. Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA 98250, no later than the end date for project comments specified above. Anyone who desires to provide testimony in the public hearing or desires a copy of the decision for this project may do so contacting CD&P. A copy of the staff report for this project may be obtained from CD&P generally 7 days prior to the public hearing. (360) 378-2354 * (360) 378-2116 * Fax (360) 378-3922 * cdp@sanjuanco.com
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in the Islanders Bank Admin. Building downstairs meeting room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor. Planning Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person desiring to comment prior to the hearing shall submit a statement in writing to CD&P, PO Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may also be submitted at the hearing. A copy of the staff report for this hearing may be obtained from CD&P generally 7 days prior to the public hearing. * As directed by applicant, per UDC18.80.030.A.3.f ** Per UDC 18.80.030.B.- Suggested Project Comments End Date
NOTICE OF DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner decisions are posted on the County website at: sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx LEGAL NO. SJ1163901 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder, OCTOBER 29, 2014
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TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE TOWN COUNCIL FOR A PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION APPLICATION DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The Town Council of Friday Harbor having received a Petition for the Vacation for all that portion of Vine Street lying northerly of Nelson Street, Friday Harbor, WA. PROPONENT: Reid and Denise Stafford 617 Franck Street Friday Harbor, WA 98250
LOCATION: All that portion of the unopened Vine Street being a 40 foot wide by 200 foot long strip of land bordered on both sides and lying adjacent to and west of Lot 5 and 6, and adjacent to and east of Lot 2 and 4, Block F, First Addition to Belair, according to the plat recorded in Volume 1 of Plats, Page 74, records of San Juan County, Washington. The Town Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING to review this VACATION APPLICATION at 5:30 PM, THURSDAY, November 6, 2014 in
the Town Council Chambers at Town Hall, 60 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington. Additional information about the proposal is available for public review, on request, by contacting Mike Bertrand in the Community Development Department at 360-378-2810. LEGAL NO. FH595672 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. October 22, 29, 2014.
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MISCELLANEOUS LEGAL NOTICES 7069.26638 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association fka The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. as successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A., successor by merger to Bank One, National Association, as Trustee for GMACM Mortgage Loan Trust 2003-J7 Grantee: Barbara P. Corrigan, an unmarried woman Ref to DOT Auditor File No.: 2003 1022008 Tax Parcel ID No.: 251924001000 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, SHORT PLAT OF PEAR POINT, San Juan CO., WA Notice of Trustee’s Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission Telephone: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663). Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287. Web site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/ind e x . c f m ? w e b L i s t A c t i o n = s e a rc h & s e a rc h state=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819. Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear. I. On November 7, 2014, at 10:00 AM. inside the main lobby of the San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street in the City of Friday Harbor, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the Trustee) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property “Property”, situated in the County(ies) of SAN JUAN, State of Washington: Lot 1, Short Plat of Pear Point, according to the Plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2 of Short Plats, at Page 33 and 33A, in the office of the Auditor of San Juan County, Washington, being a portion of Government Lot 3 and that portion of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section 19, Township 35, Range 2, W.M., AND ALSO That portion of Lot 2, short plat of Pear Point, according to the short plat as recorded at Volume 2 of Short Plats, Pages 33 and 33A, Records of San Juan County, Washington, said portion being described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest Corner of Lot 1 of said Short Plat; thence along the Northerly boundary of said Lot 1 North 88 degrees 56’ 57” East. 100.02 feet to the Northerly corner common to said Lot 1 and said Lot 2, said point also being the true point of beginning of the parcel to be described; thence along the Northerly boundary of said Lot 2 North 88 degrees 56’ 57” East, 59.55 feet; thence leaving said Northerly boundary South 3 degrees 31’ 00” East, 280.69 feet; thence South 2 degrees 02’ 41” West, 465.78 feet to a point marked by a 5/8th inch diameter rebar on the bank above the beach; thence continuing South 2 degrees 02’ 41” West, 59 feet, more or less, to a point on the line of ordinary high tide; thence Southwesterly along said line of ordinary high tide to a point on the common boundary of said Lot 1 and said Lot 2; thence leaving said line of ordinary of high tide and along said common boundary North 0 degrees 09’ 53” East, 65 feet, more or less, to a point shown marked by a monument on the bank above the beach; thence continuing along said common boundary North 0 degrees 09’ 53” East, 786.65 feet to the True Point of Beginning. Excepting there-
from any portion lying or situate within County Road No. 6. Situate in San Juan County, Washington. Commonly known as: 3709 Pear Point Road Friday Harbor, WA 98250 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 08/09/03, recorded on 10/22/03, under Auditor’s File No. 2003 1022008, records of SAN JUAN County, Washington, from Barbara P. Corrigan, subject to the community interest of her spouse, if married subsequent to December 31, 1998, as Grantor, to Trans Nation Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation “Obligation” in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for GMAC Mortgage Corporation dba ditech.com, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for GMAC Mortgage Corporation dba ditech.com, its successors and assigns to The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association fka The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A., successor by merger to Bank One, National Association, as Trustee for GMACM Mortgage Loan Trust 2003-J7, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor’s File No. 2013-0424025. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property’s full legal description provided herein. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the Obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor’s or Borrower’s default on the Obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate as of 06/27/2014 Monthly Payments $74,395.74 Late Charges $218.81 Lender’s Fees & Costs $587.00 Total Arrearage $75,201.55 Trustee’s Expenses (Itemization) Trustee’s Fee $750.00 Title Report $0.00 Statutory Mailings $86.27 Recording Costs $76.00 Postings $261.10 Sale Costs $538.36 Total Costs $1,711.73 Total Amount Due: $76,913.28 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $634,196.85, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 01/01/13, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on November 7, 2014. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 10/27/14 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 10/27/14 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 10/27/14 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Barbara P. Corrigan 3709 Pear Point Road Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Barbara P. Corrigan PO Box 1697 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Barbara P. Corrigan 3709 Pear Point Road Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Bar-
bara P. Corrigan PO Box 1697 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 by both first class and certified mail, return receipt requested on 09/04/13, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 09/05/13 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all costs and trustee’s fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by this reference. You may also access sale status at www.northwesttrustee.com and www.USA-Foreclosure.com. EFFECTIVE: 06/27/2014 Date Executed: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee Authorized Signature 13555 SE 36th St. Suite 100 Bellevue, WA 98006 Contact: Kathy Taggart (425) 586-1900. (TS# 7069.26638) 1002.256239-File No. LEGAL NO. J Published: The Jounal of the San Juan Islands. October 8, 29, 2014.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID D. CURTIS, Deceased. No. 14-4-05996-2 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: October 29, 2014
Personal Representative: Alison E. Gilligan Attorney for the Personal Representative: Mark W. Roberts Address for Mailing or Service: Estate of David D. Curtis c/o Mr. Mark W. Roberts K&L Gates LLP 925 Fourth Avenue, Suite 2900 Seattle, WA 98104 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: King County Superior Court for the State of Washington under Cause No. 14-4-05996-2 SEA Dated this 20th day of October, 2014. /s/ Alison E Gillgan ALISON E. GILLIGAN Personal Representative K&L GATES LLP By /s/ Mark W Roberts MARK W. ROBERTS WSBA #16843 Attorneys for Personal Representative Legal No. J596587 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. October 29, November 5, 12, 2014.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN In the Matter of the Estate of ANDREW V. McLAGLEN, Deceased. No. 14 4 05059 1 NONPROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.42.030) The notice agent named below has elected to give notice to creditors of the above-named decedent. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this notice with the Court, the notice agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as notice agent or of the appointment of a personal representative of the decedent’s estate in the state of Washington. According to the records of the Court as are available on the date of the filing of this notice with the Court, a cause number regarding the decedent has not been issued to any other notice agent and a personal representative of the decedent’s estate has not been appointed. Any persons having a claim against the decedent must, before the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.42.070 by serving on or mailing to the notice agent or the notice agent’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court in which the notice agent’s declaration and oath were filed. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) 30 days after the notice agent served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.42.020(2)(c) or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate estate and nonprobate assets. Notice Agent: Roy D. Kaufman Attorney for the Notice Agent:
Anthony D. Vivenzio, WSBA# 4984 Address for Mailing or Service: PO Box 208 540 Guard Street, Suite 220 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 LEGAL NO. J594516 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands October 22, 29, November 5, 2014.
Legal Notice Stuart Island cemetery district meeting, is scheduled for Nov 4th at 10am Stuart Island school house. Legal No. J596667 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. October 29, 2014.
PH-PUBLIC HEARING The Port of Friday Harbor will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 12th at 5pm at Ernie’s Cafe at 744 Airport Circle Drive, Friday Harbor, WA. The purpose of this meeting is for the Commission to conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed budget for 2015. For questions please contact Phyllis Johnson, Port Auditor, at 378-2688. LEGAL NO. J596537 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands October 29, November 5, 2014
Public Hearing The Directors of Shaw Island School District No. 10 will meet at the schoolhouse on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at 3:10 p.m. for the purpose of fixing and adopting a budget extension for the 2014-2015 General Fund. Any person may attend the meeting and participate in discussion for or against the proposed budget extension. To examine a copy of the proposed budget prior to the meeting, please contact Deanna Shannon, Business Manager, at 468-2570 or dshannon@shaw.k12.wa.us. LEGAL NO. J595455 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. October 22, 29, 2014.
The commissioners of San Juan County Fire Protection District 5 (Shaw Island) will meet at the Shaw Community Building on Monday, November 10, 2014 at 4:30 PM for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2015 General Fund Budget and 2015 Reserve Fund Budget. Any person may attend the meeting and participate in discussion for or against the proposed budgets. To examine a copy of the proposed budgets prior to the meeting, please contact Deanna Shannon, Secretary, at 468-4560 or sjcfpd5@gmail.com. LEGAL NO. J595 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. October 22, 29, 2014.
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FH dispatches Darrington, 3-1 The Friday Harbor volleyball team gained a leg-up in the playoff race with a 3-1 win at home over Darrington, Oct. 23. More importantly, the victory serves as a momentum-builder, as the Wolverines prepare for their first appearance in Division 2B post-season play in more than a decade. “This is the one we really, really wanted,” Coach Travis Mager said. “We wanted to show we’re second-best in this league.” With the victory, the Wolverines (9-4) avenged a hard-fought early season loss on the Loggers home court and secured the No. 2 seed for the upcoming Northwest Journal photo / Scott Rasmussen 2B Division playoffs, Oct. 30, at Mount Madie Kincaid, left, and Ulma Hu, No. 11, guard Vernon Christian. They dealt Darrington the net, arms outstretched, in the Wolverines win (9-3), a potential opening round playoff at home over Darrington, Oct. 23. opponent, only its second loss in league play, prevailing 25-19 17-25 25-22 25-17 in only its third match to be decided in four games; the rest—win or loss—decided in three. “We came out and really wanted it,” Madie Kincaid said. “We expected them to come out and be really aggressive, and they were. We knew if we won we’d have a better chance at districts and a better chance to make it to state as the No. 2 seed. We wanted that.” Friday Harbor ended its 14-match regular-season schedule on the road Tuesday, against a tough Division 1B league rival, Mount Vernon Christian (10-2). The Wolverines will need a victory in one of two matches at the District 1 2B tournament to advance to the next round of post-season play, the 2B regional playoffs, which feature state playoff contenders from four different districts, Nov. 4-8. — For more coverage of prep sports, football and soccer, go to www.sanjuanjournal.com.
SAN JUAN COMMUNITY THEATRE 100 Second Street Friday Harbor, WA
Weds.-Thurs., Oct. 29-30 ۰ 7:30 pm
Happy Birthday, Wanda June Kurt Vonnegut’s quirky “ghostly” comedy set during 1960s America; directed by Tony Vivenzio. FREE Admission. Doors open at 7 pm
Friday, October 31 ۰ 7:00 pm National Theatre Live Encore
Frankenstein Back by audience demand, this 2011 production features Benedict Cumberbatch as the monster and Jonny Lee Miller as his creator. Tickets: Adult $20; Members $18; Student Reserved $10
Sunday, November 2 ۰ 2:00 pm The Met: Live in HD
Le Nozze di Figaro Met Music Director James Levine conducts a spirited new production of Mozart’s masterpiece, set during the gilded age of the late 1920s. Tickets: Adult $20; Members $18; Student Reserved $10
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For more event info or to purchase tickets: www.sjctheatre.org SJCT Box Office: 378-3210
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Continued from page 10 Museum. Info, www.whalemuseum.org, 378-4710 Auditions, Almost Maine, PARC Building, 70 Saltspring Drive, 7 p.m. Casting adults for characters age 30-65. Info, Carol Hooper, 370-5605, www.sjct.org Adult Basketball, Turnbull Gym, 7-9 p.m. Ages 16 and up; $2 drop-in fee. Info, 3784953, www.islandrec.org
Wednesday, Nov. 5 FHHS Community Dinner, High School Commons, 5:30 p.m. Local harvest menu from participating farms. Suggested donation $12 adults, $6 children. Proceeds benefit Food for Thought program. Info, 378-5215 Slow Boat to China, Library, 7 p.m, free. Carla Wright shares her stories from travelling to Shanghai via container ship, the only woman onboard. Refreshments. Info, 378-2798, www.sjlib.org
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