Issaquah/Sammamish Reporter, January 02, 2015

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Working closely with observant citizens, deputies and detectives with the Sammamish Police ruined Christmas for two mail thieves. Just after 7:30 a.m. , Dec. 24, citizens began calling 9-1-1 about a male and female going through mailboxes in the city. A suspect vehicle description was also broadcast to responding deputies.

Shortly after the initial calls the suspect car was spotted by police, but almost immediately the deputy lost sight of it. The suspects next parked their car in a driveway in the 2900 block of 204 Ave. S.E. and fled on foot. The home-

owner at this location could see a large amount of mail inside the car and another neighbor used their vehicle to block the suspect car in the driveway.

More witnesses began to call about the suspects running through yards and a perimeter was set up. At approximately 8:20 a.m. the female suspect was taken into custody without incident by Sammamish Police Chief Nate Elledge.

The male suspect continued to run, choosing a kayak as his getaway vehicle. Another resident

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saw this and gave chase in his kayak. The male suspect didn’t make it very far on the water as he was using only his hands to paddle. He was convinced to return to a nearby dock and surrender.

The car the suspects were in had been stolen earlier that morning in Issaquah. The female in her 20s was booked into King County Jail for Investigation of mail theft. The male in his 30s was booked for Investigation of vehicle theft and mail theft. Further investigation will be done by Sammamish detectives working with the U.S. Postal Service.

Pacific Cascade Middle School will reopen Jan. 5 Parents’ meeting called to discuss writen threats

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The year 2014 in Issaquah and Sammamish had a little of everything. New officials came on board, the communities rallied to help disaster victims, Klahanie settled one annexation question and ended the year working on another, people saved trees while some cut others down, Sammamish recorded its first murder and Eastside Catholic School finally captured the state 3A football title in spectacular fashion by beating Bellevue High School and ending that school’s 67-game winning streak. Those, and many more, are capsulized inside on pages 7-8 for news stories and pages 8-10 for sports.

After beginning winter break early in response to written threats, Pacific Cascade Middle School will reopen as normal Monday, Jan. 5.

The school day will be delayed one hour to accommodate a 7:40-8:10 a.m. parent meeting regarding the status of a police investigation into the mysterious letter.

On Dec. 17, as buses were already collecting students to begin the school day, Pacific Cascade employees discovered a typewritten letter outside a classroom.

The letter contained threats to four staff members, suggested the author had access to a gun and promised violence at lunch or the school's scheduled pre-break Winter Assembly.

Administrators immediately shut the school down, redirected arriving buses and contacted law enforcement.

As an investigation went forward the next two school days without any leads, administrators kept the school shut down.

But with the dates of promised violence past, the campus will return from winter break normally pending new information.

Principal Dana Bailey wrote in a letter to school families that parents will be welcome to stay as long as they like after the meeting to "be extra eyes and ears."

Any new information in the investigation will be announced via email blast, the Issaquah School District website and social media, Bailey wrote.

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Friday, January 2, 2015

Legislative breakfast 2015

BY DANIEL NASH ISSAQUAH/SAMMAMISH REPORTER

The city of Issaquah will outline its legislative agenda to lawmakers from the 5th and 41st legislative districts on Monday, discussing a list that runs the gamut from transportation, to environmental concerns, to public safety and more.

The 9 a.m. meeting will be at Tibbetts Creek Manor.

Council members are

The milk of human kindness In the six months since Overlake Medical Center opened its human milk donation center — dubbed the Mother’s Milk Depot — Eastside mothers have given more than 95 gallons to support premature infants in neonatal intensive care.

The 36 mothers’ donations have ranged from 150 ounces to nearly 3,700 ounces to feed infants who don’t have their biological mothers’ milk. Just one ounce can feed a micro preemie for a day, said Laraine Lockhart Borman, the outreach director of Colorado’s Mothers’ Milk Bank.

Borman and registered nurse Sandy Salmon are hoping the Eastside donations continue.

“We have been amazed at the generosity demonstrated by the caring donor moms of our community,” said Salmon, who manages Overlake’s Mom & Baby Care Center.

Overlake is one of just a few hospitals in Western Washington to offer a donation center in the greater Seattle area. After

taking care of Overlake’s needs, surplus breast milk collected goes to 120 hospitals in 24 states, through Mothers’ Milk Bank.

“We frequently have more need for milk from hospitals than there is supply,” Borman said.

Approved donors freeze their milk and drop it off at Overlake’s Mom & Baby Care Center, where they also have blood work done at the center’s outpatient lab.

The screened donations are then pasteurized and cultured to insure against contamination. The milk is frozen in 2 to 4 ounce bottles for shipment to hospitals.

The process is overseen by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America, an organization consisting of multiple banks and collection depots throughout the United States and Canada.

According to the Association, there are 60,000 low birth weight infants born every year who need donated human milk.

For more information and to learn about how to donate, call 425-635-6150.

expected to lobby for transportation investments along the Interstate 90 corridor.

The priority list includes a $2 million capital funding request for an Interchange Justification Report evaluating the design needs of the freeway's Front Street interchange, where surface roads are known to be commonly congested during rush hour. The list also includes a $300,000 request

for design improvements to State Route 900, and an unspecified investment in peak use shoulder lanes for I-90 from Eastgate to West Lake Sammamish.

The state legislature begins session on Monday, Jan. 12.

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Scouts collecting Christmas trees

BY DANIEL NASH ISSAQUAH/SAMMAMISH REPORTER

Already sick of your Christmas tree?

Don't chuck it out just yet.

On Saturday, Jan. 3, six Plateau-area Boy Scout troops will collect Christmas trees from Sammamish and Issaquah Highlands households in exchange for donations.

It's the 30th year they've done so and the Scout Tree Drive has become their primary fundraiser. Following the 2013 holiday season, 200 local Scouts collected an estimated 3,500 trees.

According to the National Christmas

Tree Association, used real trees can have a useful second life as mulch, soil erosion barriers, animal feeders or path material for hiking trails.

The suggested donation is $15-$30.

Troops ask that the donation be placed in a plastic sandwich bag attached to the tree — which itself should be placed curbside by 8 a.m. A coverage map and more information can be found at the tree drive's dedicated website, www.scouttreedrive.org.

Daniel Nash: 425-391-0363 ext. 5052; dnash@issaquahreporter.com

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The day after Christmas, the city of Sammamish thanked community members who volunteered their time to preserve the Plateau’s native landscapes.

Under the city’s official volunteer program, city staff connect with interested citizens to combine forces on projects like native plant salvage, invasive plant removal and native flora planting. These projects typically occur on

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Saturdays, but have taken a hiatus during the holiday season.

The letter from Sammamish staff noted that in fall 2014 alone, volunteers planted more than 1,355 native trees and shrubs.

Volunteer events will resume on Martin Luther King Day, Jan. 19, when staff and volunteers will plant native trees and shrubs in the Lower Commons wetland.

For more information, visit the volunteer page of the city of Sammamish’s website, www.sammamish. us/volunteer/.

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Looking Ahead

A thanks to residents from Sammamish Chamber of Commerce

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he Sammamish Chamber of Commerce looks forward to steady economic growth in Sammamish for 2015. Just as the chamber has experienced growth and stability through the hard work of recent presidents, such as Alan Finkelstein, owner of the Sammamish McDonald’s, and a strong board of directors, Sammamish citizens are loyal to local business and will continue their support in 2015.

Sammamish businesses give back to DEB schools, community orSOGGE ganizations and efforts in a big way and our citizens are grateful to them. It is our hope to spread the word that many reputable Sammamish businesses and community organizations are listed in our directory at www. sammamishchamber.org. Sammamish

Chamber members are interviewed and we proudly recommend them.

The Sammamish Chamber will continue to assist in attracting restaurants and other needed merchants to the Plateau. We look forward to bringing the same fun events such as the Sammamish Farmers Market, Sammamish Nights, the Classic Car Show, merchant sponsored treating on 10/31, Celebrating Women Conference and Holiday Shopping Rewards in Sammamish. New programs are being explored with you in mind for 2015.

Did you know that we consider it our responsibility to support all business, not just those paying for membership?

Membership with the Sammamish Chamber is optional at an annual cost of $250, which does include benefits such as being listed in our online and physical directories, support, promotional opportunities and connections to the right people. Many businesses support

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Police reports from Issaquah

Dec. 11 GROUP BATH: An officer helped three drivers exchange insurance information after their vehicles became entangled inside the Brown Bear car wash on Southeast 56th Street.

PINCHED: A wallet was reported stolen from a location near the 1800 block of 10th Avenue Northwest, at a total loss of $20.

Dec. 12 BUTTS: A resident of the 800 block of 5th Avenue Northwest requested extra patrols around her residence because of cigarette butts found on the sidewalk.

SHOPLIFTING: A 44-year-old Issaquah man and 41-yearold Sammamish woman were arrested for shoplifting from a business off the 1800 block of 10th Avenue Northwest.

CONTRABAND: A 27-year-old Redmond man was arrested for providing contraband to an Issaquah Jail inmate.

SOTALLY TOBER: An officer responded to two highly intoxicated men at the parking garage on the 1000 block of Northeast Park Drive, after callers had reported them as a disturbance. They were provided a courtesy ride home.

Dec. 13 SUSPENDED: A 41-year-old Shoreline man was arrested for at the intersection of Interstate 90 and Front Street North for driving while license suspended.

OUCH: An officer contacted two females who work at a coffee house off the 300 block of Northwest Gilman Boulevard. They described a white man who comes into the business every day, makes odd comments and has occasionally asked them out. They said he just seems off.

Dec. 14 BIG ADVENTURE: A bicycle was reported stolen from the 200 block of Northwest Dogwood Street at a total loss of $400.

AY CARUMBA: A girl called 911 because she was made to write 350 times that she would not disrespect her mother.

the Sammamish Chamber in order to give back to community and support business in Sammamish. The annual membership dues pay for programs that benefit both residents and businesses.

The Sammamish Chamber has welcome bags, which include a map/directory and gifts from local businesses. We receive gift bag requests from neighborhood associations and hope to hear from more of our neighborhoods in 2015 to welcome more new neighbors.

According to the business licensing list for Sammamish, we have several thousand entrepreneurs and business representatives who operate from a home office. These are specialties and services we would like to learn more about. We are hoping to reach them in 2015 so that we can become more aware of the categories of business we have in Sammamish. We also would like to know of their needs. For instance, do they need meeting, conference and

VEHICLE PROWL: Paperwork, iPod accessories and a yoga mat were stolen from a car parked off the 300 block of Southeast Crystal Creek Circle, at a total loss of $40.

GRINCH: A resident of the 900 block of Idylwood Drive Southwest reported that an unknown person had torn down Christmas lights next door. The homeowner called in to report a decorative reindeer had been stolen from their lawn.

DON'T DRIVE: A man and woman were found intoxicated at the Shell gas station on East Sunset Way. Their vehicle was left unattended, with the ignition on, motor running and doors wide open. They were planning to travel to Seattle, but agreed to find another means of transport or a sober driver.

Dec. 17 WRONG BOOSTER: Police checked the 200 block of 2nd Avenue Southeast near Southeast Clark Street for a reported driver holding a baby in their lap. The responding officer could not find the driver in question.

WHERE'S THE 'WARE?: A GPS system was reported stolen from a Ford Taurus parked on the 1800 block of 11th Avenue Northeast, at a total loss of $200.

THEFT: A 38-year-old Des Moines man was arrested for the theft of $487 in merchandise from a business off the 6100 block of East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast.

Dec. 18 TAX SCAM: A Providence Point Drive Southeast resident advised she had received a call from a man who said he was with the Internal Revenue Service. She said she knew this was a scam and told the man she would call police.

FACECREEP: Two female high school students reported receiving inappropriate Facebook messages from someone they did not know. An officer requested screenshots of what was sent to them.

CATALYTIC: A catalytic converter was stolen from a car parked off the 1700 block of Highlands Drive Northeast, at

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Dec. 15 SCOOPLESS: An officer contacted a man at his home off the 200 block of Northeast Creek Way. He was upset his new neighbor's dog goes to the bathroom on his section of the property and near his front door.

BRACE YOURSELF: A bracelet was reported stolen from a location off the 5000 block of Northwest Village Park Drive, at a loss of $2,500.

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We will begin 2015 with a new president, Bob Toomey, an experienced securities analyst and financial advisor who understands the importance of supporting local business and that economic vitality starts at home. The Sammamish Chamber of Commerce looks forward to plans for Metropolitan Market and a new retail center that will enhance the community and give residents another reason to stay and shop on the Plateau.

It is the goal of the Sammamish Chamber to promote greater synergy between the current and new retail centers in order to enhance growth opportunities in the retail base of Sammamish.

Thank you Sammamish residents for all of your support of business and our events in 2014. We look forward to serving you in 2015.

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Dec. 19 BURGLARY: A cell phone was reported stolen from an address off the 1600 block of 14th Place Northeast, at a total loss of $800.

DINE AND DASH: A 58-year-old Issaquah woman was arrested for the theft of nearly $190 of food from a business off the 1500 block of Northwest Gilman Boulevard.

ENABLER: A 37-year-old Issaquah man was arrested for furnishing liquor to a minor.

Dec. 20 HIT: An officer responded to the Fred Meyer parking lot on East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast, where a man had been hit by a slow moving vehicle. Eastside Fire and Rescue personnel were on the scene and checked the man, who said he was fine.

ASKED AND ANSWERED: An officer was on foot patrol downtown when a 23-year-old Portland, Ore., man approached and asked if he could be checked for warrants.

The officer ran his name and found he had one Issaquah police warrant and one felony warrant out of King County.

The man was arrested.

Dec. 21 ACCIDENT: An officer responded to a collision on the 18700 block of Southeast Newport Way. A car had stopped in the roadway to turn into a condo complex and was struck from behind by another automobile, causing injury.

GEAR: A 24-year-old Sammamish man was arrested in the Fred Meyer parking lot for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Dec. 22 HARASSMENT: A woman reported that her ex-boyfriend had been showing up at her Wildwood Boulevard Southwest home unannounced and driving by the house. An officer advised her to seek a restraining order.

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Friday, January 2, 2015 Contact and submissions: Craig Groshart editor@issaquahreporter.com or 425.453.4233

EDITORIAL

What our readers were reading in 2014

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t’s been a newsy year in Issaquah and Sammamish. City councils debated retail pot stores, Klahanie residents said ‘no’ to annexing into Issaquah and families suffered the tragic effects of heroin.

On pages 7-8, the Reporter’s staff put together a month-bymonth roundup of the highlights of what it covered in 2014.

But what drew the attention of our readers? Here are the 10 most read news stories on the Issaquah & Sammamish Reporter website in 2014, according to our analytics. Similar stories have been omitted to avoid redundancy.

1: Family and friends remember Dani Cogswell: Readers responded to the initial report of a 22-year-old former Skyline cheerleader’s death by accidental overdose, but an article featuring interviews with Dani Cogswell’s loved ones became the most-read story of 2014.

2: A son’s death, a mother’s anguish: The story of Conchita Velasco, whose son Kevin had been released from rehab for less than two days when he was found dead from an apparent heroin overdose.

3: Two dead after car crashes into Lake Sammamish home: A family dinner turned deadly after Carol Fedigan’s Jeep drove into her home on Lake Sammamish, killing her husband and son-in-law and injuring her daughter and grandson.

4: ‘Women of Persia’ honors strong, powerful women: Blakely Hall became host to Iranian artist Farshad Alamdari and his paintings of influential Persian women.

5: Costco planning big expansion in Issaquah: The initial news that Costco was working with city government to add 1.5 million square feet to its HQ raised some eyebrows, but plans were approved handily in the fall.

6: Lucky Home brings Gilman Village to full occupancy 7: Old Albertson’s site will be home to Value Village 8: Tent City leaving Sammamish | City Council adopts moratorium on homeless encampment permits 9: Sammamish records first murder in history | Two suspects in custody 10: Metropolitan Market to anchor Town Center in Sammamish | Plans call for opening in late 2016 – Craig Groshart, Issaquah & Sammamish Reporter

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Looking ahead — to 2040

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hen we gather for our annual retreat in a few weeks, an important theme for the Sammamish City Council will be our vision for 2040, a look at services, infrastructure, the environment and finances for the long run. This will be a valuable exercise, particularly as the council works towards revising our comprehensive plan.

I’m looking forward to the conversation.

TOM However, success in VANCE the long term can’t happen without hard work in the short term. The year 2015, much like our past year, will be full of important challenges, opportunities, and — I’m hoping — many accomplishments.

As ever, the source of much of our anxiety is our ongoing struggle with growth.

Sammamish has never courted growth; our very existence as a city was a response to the fast pace of growth in the ‘80s and ‘90s, without accompanying improvements in infrastructure. We’ve had some success stories over the past years, protecting hundreds of acres of sensitive areas and open space.

And we have maintained our environmentally friendly zoning regulations.

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Question of the week: “Do you think 2015 will be better for you than 2014?”

This coming year, we will be considering a revised Tree Retention Ordinance for new development. Although the details aren’t yet clear, I’m hopeful that our new ordinance will help ensure that future generations of Sammamish residents will live in a city of trees. Along with the new ordinance, our council will be considering other potential strategies to improve our city’s tree canopy, including reforesting public spaces and rights of way.

The Klahanie annexation could come to a vote as early as April, with annexation completed in August. If successful, the annexation will provide benefits for Klahanie area as well as Sammamish residents.

Klahanie residents will see lower taxes and improved services. And improved local roads will provide better commutes for all our residents, current and future.

This is a budget year in the Legislature.

When we approve our legislative agenda, transportation likely will be at the top of the list, including a statewide transportation package, with a strong transit component.

And with our neighbors, Issaquah and Redmond, we will work to solve local roads and transit problems, north and south of SEE VANCE, 5

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“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.”

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our city. Issaquah, in particular, is taking on an ambitious plan to improve traffic in the I-90 corridor.

We have pledged to help however we can. Their success will benefit all of us.

Near the end of 2015 our new Community and Aquatic Center should be nearing completion. Before the end of next winter, our residents will have a new place to exercise and recreate, even when the weather outside is cold and rainy.

And, by the end of the year, much of the Town Center should be under construction, providing future new restaurants, retail stores and services for our citizens — without Big Box stores.

I can’t speak to all the issues, challenges and opportunities that will likely come our way in 2015, in this forum. As in 2014, many issues will emerge. However, I believe I can speak for all the council and staff in pledging our dedication to working for the great city of Sammamish.

Have a happy new year!

Tom Vance is mayor of Sammamish.

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New taxes for Sound Transit? Now is not the time The Puget Sound region’s fragile highway infrastructure desperately needs investments Editor's Note: James MacIsaac was working on this piece at the time of his death on Dec. 6, 2014.

Final edits were made by the Eastside Transportation Association.

BY JAMES W. MACISAAC SPECIAL TO THE REPORTER

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onstruction, maintenance and repair of roads and bridges should be the central focus of the state transportation funding package in 2015 without being held hostage to increasing Sound Transit’s light rail taxes.

The Puget Sound region’s fragile highway infrastructure desperately JIM needs sigMACISAAC nificant investments now to protect what we have and to expand what we need.

No new road funding has been approved since 2005. The region’s crumbling roadways are at risk if the neglect continues. Current freeway capacity can barely carry the existing traffic demand,

much less accommodate future growth. These urban roadways that carry the majority of our freight and commuters must be expanded to reduce congestion and carbon emissions.

Safety and congestion relieving road projects must be the state’s and region’s top transportation funding priority. Buses and vanpools also would benefit from these road projects as they carry 90 percent of all regional transit trips on roads.

Despite the degradation of our roads, and frustration of the vast majority of the region’s commuters suffering from severe highway congestion, Sound Transit seeks an additional tax authority from the 2015 Legislature to fund a $15 billion Stage 3 of its light rail system. Why now?

Sound Transit has not even finished building the light rail portion of Sound Move Stage 1 authorized by voters over 18 years ago. Stage 1 light rail has already cost taxpayers more than double the initial estimate, is years behind schedule and moves just over one-third of the 107,000 riders promised. Worse, ST 2 taxes have been collected since 2008, its construction has just started and it won’t be fully

operational until at least 2023.

This begs the question: “Why does Sound Transit’s board want such a massive increase in sales, property and motor vehicle excise taxes now?”

Existing transit taxes are more than enough, since Sound Transit consumes nearly a third of all transportation revenues in our region.

Light rail only carries about 0.23 percent (less than onequarter of 1 percent) of the Puget Sound’s person trips today. Proponents of the light rail system expansion claim “If we build it, they will come!” However, this is not the case.

PSRC data forecasts light rail ridership will be about 10 percent of daily transit trips, which are only 4.3 percent of the total daily person trips, by 2040. Peak period transit trips are forecast to increase to 5.4 percent. Additionally, only one-fifth of light rail riders are new to using transit, while the rest have simply moved from buses to rail.

Sound Transit is asking for $15 billion to shift rail ridership from 0.23 percent to a paltry 0.54 percent (about half of 1 percent) of regional trips. Any new transportation taxes should focus on the 99.5 percent of the region’s trips that will be on the roads.

The road system’s major funding sources, gas taxes and weight fees, aren’t enough to maintain,

preserve or build new projects.

Time is overdue for funding the state’s critical road needs.

The I-405 and I-5 freeways have several costly hours of miserable congestion every weekday, exemplifying immense strains on our aging and seismically vulnerable road system.

WSDOT has a long list of capacity projects that need funding, including two more lanes on I-405, completing SR 520 in Seattle, critical SR 509 and SR 167 extensions for access to SeaTac Airport and the Port of Tacoma and the US 2 trestle-widening in Everett, among others. WSDOT also has a vast number of preservation projects including reconstruction of the I-5 pavement through Seattle, pavement overlays and bridges all over the state and the court order to replace culverts for fish.

Washington needs responsible investments in road infrastructure for the vast majority of us. Meanwhile, Sound Transit seeks to draw money away from protecting safety, commerce and environmental enhancements in the Puget Sound to support a tiny minority of regional travelers. This imbalance must end in 2015.

James W. MacIsaac, P.E., was chair elect and a member of ETA’s board of directors and research committee.

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Looking Ahead

A positive and prosperous 2015 for city, chamber

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he Greater Issaquah Chamber of Commerce, as one of Issaquah’s oldest and strongest community institutions, is excited about 2015 — and the many positive things happening in our community this year.

The Chamber’s core functions include: supporting the local economy, representing business to government and providing networking opportunities and promoting the community. To achieve this, we provide over 50 networking, business development and community MATT BOTT celebration events a year, ranging from Business University seminars, the “Innovation in Issaquah” business awards program and production of Issaquah’s signature tourism, celebration and community promotion event — the annual, award-winning Salmon Days Festival.

In 2015 we will continue to focus on programs that support business success and community prosperity. This includes connecting local small businesses with the resources, seminars and advisers in our

Small Business Resource Center in support of their business’ growth and success. We also will continue to partner with the city of Issaquah and others on the development of a stronger tourism program for the community, helping to bring new customers, new dollars and new tax revenue into Issaquah.

Some of our work this year will focus on advocacy at the state level. In Olympia, we will be fighting for a statewide transportation package to invest in transportation and mobility infrastructure to improve the flow of customers, products and employees throughout our region. We also will be advocating for education funding and reform initiatives to ensure Washington’s education systems can meet our future workforce needs. Progress on these two topics — transportation and education — must be priorities for our elected leaders this legislative sessions. The needs are both urgent and critical.

Locally, we will continue to partner with the city of Issaquah on matters important to the local business community and the region at large. This includes supporting the city’s economic development work, advocating for a balanced tax/regulatory system, engagement on local transportation

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initiatives and more.

There is much ahead in 2015 for the community, such as the growth of Swedish Hospital, a new hotel under construction, new opportunities at Lake Sammamish State Park, the Costco development agreement and the continued focus on the Central Issaquah redevelopment Plan. The Chamber commends the various businesses and organizations, as well as the city, for these and other community success stories in the making.

You can learn more about what’s ahead for Issaquah in 2015 at our annual Preview Luncheon on Thursday, Jan. 8, featuring speakers from the city, school district and business community. All are welcome to attend and you can register at www.issaquahchamber.com.

As 2015 begins, we wish to thank Richard Gabel for his leadership and service as 2014 board chairman and welcome new Chairman Alan Finkelstein. Alan is no stranger to chamber leadership, having just completed a two-year term with our partners at the Sammamish Chamber. Thank you Richard and welcome Alan.

In closing, if you are looking to get further involved in the community or want to give your business additional exposure, I hope you will contact us. You can reach me at mbott@issaquahchamber.com.

Here’s to a prosperous 2015 for you and for Issaquah!

Workshop offered to help children gain special skills Encompass will offer a free nine-week workshop to help teachers develop executive function skills in children under their care. It is the only organization in King Coun. The workshop begins Jan. 21.

Executive functioning is a group of skills that help people to focus on multiple streams of information at the same time and revise plans as necessary. Educators say that developing these skills before the age of 5 can impact a child’s ability to hold a job, develop healthy relationships and deal with stress — factors that contribute to the health of a community.

Encompass serves Issaquah, Sammamish, the Snoqualmie Valley and the greater Eastside.

For more information and to register for the workshop, early learning professionals can contact Kerry Beymer at 425-888-2777 or Kerry.beymer@encompassnw.org.

Artist reception set Jan. 5

An artist reception will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Jan. 5 at City Hall at Sammamish Commons for the exhibit, "A Cut Above."

The exhibit presents contemporary works in a variety of mediums and perspectives inspired by traditional art practices.

Exhibiting artists include Betsy Best-Spadaro, Mia Yoshihara Bradshaw, Lauren Lida and Naoko Morisawa. June Sekiguchi is the original curator.

The exhibit runs through Jan. 16 at Sammamish City Hall, 801 228th Ave. S.E.

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January Sammamish resident opens brain tumor support center

Sammamish resident Dellann Elliott opened the doors of the new Brain Tumor Patient and Family Support Services Center in Redmond. She and her husband, Chris, had started the Chris Elliott Fund in 2002 three weeks before he died from a malignant Glioblastoma. During Chris' battle with cancer, the couple learned that it was the norm for brain tumor patients to not be referred to dedicated brain tumor specialists or centers and it was the norm to not encourage clinical trials and advanced treatments as options for the disease.

Butler takes reins as Issaquah mayor

Fred Butler was sworn in as Issaquah's mayor. The former member of the city council told people in attendance that he would do his best “to serve with wisdom and compassion."

Klahanie votes on annexing to Issaquah

Citizens in Klahanie began voting on annexing to Issaquah, an issue that drew strong reactions between those who favored annexation and those who advocated voting "no" so they could try for annexation to Sammamish. When the special election was concluded and certified on Feb. 11, annexation was rejected.

Issaquah, Sammamish reach deal on water treatment

An agreement was reached by Issaquah, Sammamish and the Sammamish Plateau Water and Sewer District to decommission the Lower Reid Infiltration Gallery that Issaquah planned to use to filter ground water. As part of the deal, the district agreed to pay Issaquah $1 million toward the decommissioning and to assist in building a new storm water management system that would not connect to the aquifer.

Sammamish puts moratorium on homeless encampments The Sammamish City Council put a sixmonth moratorium on homeless encampments to give the council, city staff and the community time to develop permanent regulations.

Fire service deal OK'd

After two years of negotiations, the cities of Issaquah and Sammamish reached agreement on fire service that keeps Eastside Fire and Rescue together.

Eastside Catholic School president resigns

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People and events that made news in 2014 Issaquah police chief retires Issaquah Police Chief Paul Ayers announced he would retire from his position April 15. A 40-year law enforcement veteran, Ayers had been chief since 2007, moving to Issaquah after serving as the chief of police in Lewiston, Idaho.

Moratorium on pot extended

Issaquah extended a moratorium on recreational marijuana businesses until July 7.

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Talus trees cause uproar

Residents support Oso effort

The Issaquah and Sammamish communities rallied to help victims of the Oso mudslide by filling a 40-foot truck with needed food and supplies. The effort, by the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank, took only one day to fill the truck and get it on its way.

Klahanie issue resolved

The cities of Issaquah and Sammamish reached an agreement regarding the annexation of Klahanie. Issaquah agreed to support the annexation of Klahanie to Sammamish. In return, Sammamish agreed to pay Issaquah $30,000 for its Klahanie annexation study.

Issaquah resident Gary Pfitzner, 59, died after the helicopter he piloted crashed near the Space Needle in Seattle. He was a contract pilot with KOMO News.

Residents of the Talus community raised concerns over a number of trees cut down for maintenance and view preservation.

Residents complained that they were not given adequate notice of the tree removal project. Housing association officials said they had a full landscaping plan for Talus and that the organization was not being unfair in its procedures.

Zmuda gets new job

Former Eastside Catholic vice principal Mark Zmuda was hired by the Mercer Island School District as an associate principal at Mercer Island High School.

Ten seek Issaquah pot shop

Ten companies qualified for operating one recreational marijuana retail shop in Issaquah. The city established a moratorium on opening any pot business until July 7. The council would vote in June to allow one shop in the city.

$659,500 raised for schools

The Issaquah Schools Foundation raised $659,500 to support ongoing programs in Issaquah schools at a luncheon attended by about 900 people and a breakfast that attracted 225 more.

Behrbaum named new Issaquah police chief

Sister Mary Tracy, the president of Eastside Catholic School, resigned amid the controversy surrounding the firing of Vice Principal Mark Zmuda for marrying his same-sex partner.

Mayor Fred Butler announced his appointment of Scott Behrbaum as chief of police, pending Paul Ayers’ retirement.

The city council confirmed the appointment at its April 7 meeting.

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Student publishes own book

Klahanie voters turned down annexing to Issaquah by 32 votes, 1536 to 1504.

Issaquah Mayor Fred Butler said another election is highly unlikely.

Issaquah government officials picked a new location for a skate park in Tibbets Valley Park because of its openness and proximity to the Issaquah Transit Center.

The existing park, located off the Rainier Trail, was criticized for after hours illegal activity made possible by its remoteness.

The new skate park will be 8,000 to 10,000 square-feet, compared against the current 5,600-square-foot park.

April

LWSD puts bond on ballot

Former Eastside Catholic vice principal Mark Zmuda sued the Archdiocese of Seattle and Eastside Catholic School after he was fired from the school after it was discovered he had married his same-sex partner.

Skate Park gets new home

The Sammamish Plateau Water and Sewer District and the Issaquah City Council both voted unanimously to approve their agreement formally decommissioning the Lower Reid Infiltration Gallery. The land used sand and gravel to naturally filtrate contaminants before they reached an underground aquifer. The district was concerned because it has three wells nearby.

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from being logged. The forest land will be opened to the public in 2015 once areas are prepared for public use.

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Faith Methodist Church in the Klahanie area voted to host Tent City 4 beginning March 1.

The Lake Washington School District voted to put a $404 million bond measure on the April 22 ballot. The measure would provide funds to build new school. Voters defeated a $755 million bond measure in February.

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Cian O’Farrell, 13, of Sammamish, wrote and published his own book. After getting some monetary help from his grandparents, Cian wrote "The Big Book About Stanley." It is available on Amazon.com.

Woman drives car through home, kills two

Squak Mtn. land saved

The community celebrated the acquisition of 216 acres of pristine forest on Squak Mountain by King County, saving the area

A woman drove a sport utility vehicle through her Lake Sammamish home, killing her 70-year-old partner and 40-yearold son-in-law. The crash also injured her daughter and grandson. Police suspected drugs and/or alcohol were involved. The woman was arrested and in December was charged with vehicular homicide.

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Sammamish awards contract for aquatic center

Sammamish awarded a $35.5 million contract to Porter Brothers Construction, Inc. to build the Community and Aquatic Center. The bid included construction of a second gym, water slide, jogging track and tiling for existing pool decks.

Issaquah to install new traffic signals

New traffic signals with a flashing yellow left-turn arrow were authorized at several intersections throughout Issaquah. The signal display more clearly indicates to drivers when it’s okay to make left turn across traffic. A flashing yellow means to turn with caution.

Issaquah Chamber, Microsoft team up

The Greater Issaquah Chamber of Commerce and Microsoft came together to help support small businesses in Issaquah and the Eastside. The software giant agreed to serve as one of the sponsors of the Issaquah Small Business Resource Center, a platform of small business services and programs aimed to help support the local small business community.

Sammamish parks go tobacco free

The Sammamish City Council voted to makes its parks tobacco free. The approved ordinance prohibited any person from using nicotine products such as cigarettes, vapor electric cigarettes, cigars, pipes of any kind and other products such as chewing tobacco in parks and marine areas. The move put Sammamish in line with Bothell, Burien, SeaTac, Shoreline and Woodinville, all of which operate tobacco-free parks.

June Issaquah schools increase classroom hours

The Issaquah School District increased the number of instructional hours in grades 6-12 beginning in the 2014-2015 school year. The move came one year earlier than mandated by state law. A new state law requires districts to provide 1,080 instructional hours for students in grades 9-12.

Consequently, middle and high schools will release 45 minutes later on Wednesdays.

Issaquah OKs new transportation plan

The city of Issaquah approved a new Transportation Improvement Plan that will widen East Lake Sammamish Parkway and add sidewalks and room for bicyclists.

Other items in the works included traffic calming projects, street overlays and replacement of the Dogwood Bridge.

July Sammamish adopts rules for homeless encampments

The Sammamish City Council adopted an ordinance regulating homeless encampments in the city. Under the rules, only one encampment may operate within the city per year

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for a time no more than three consecutive months, a site may only host one camp per 18 months and all residents must undergo a check for criminal warrants and sex offender status. The rules were adopted after the city's experience hosting Tent City 4. Tent City had moved to Mary, Queen of Peace parish in fall 2013 on an emergency basis due to the city having no regulations for encampments.

County trail project angers Sammamish residents

Hundreds of lakeside Sammamish residents lobbied the City Council to voice their frustrations with King County's paving of the East Lake Sammamish Trail.

While many residents told the council they supported the paving, they claimed county workers were knocking down personal property and showing little consideration to the well-being of the wetlands.

Issaquah City Council sets rules on marijuana

tion Center placed Cline on administrative leave. On Oct. 9, he pleaded not guilty to charges of possessing child pornography in King County Superior Court. A case setting hearing has been continued twice and is currently scheduled for Jan. 8.

An unknown person in sunglasses and a baseball cap robbed the Key Bank on Northwest Gilman Boulevard for what was believed to be the third time in 2014, following similar robberies in February and June. He was also believed to be the culprit of a June 21 robbery in Des Moines. The Seattle Safe Streets Task Force dubbed the man the "Summertime Heat Robber" and he is still believed to be at large, armed and dangerous.

August Former Skyline cheerleader found dead in Louisville

Dani Cogswell, a 22-year-old Skyline High School graduate, was found dead in her University of Louisville apartment complex in late July. Police later confirmed she had died of an accidental overdose — heroin, Xanax and amphetamines were found in a postmortem toxicology screening. Cogswell had been a tremendously popular student at Skyline and news of her death led to a flood of tweets with the hashtag #RIPDani.

Costco takes over former Microsoft space

Costco Wholesale, Inc. reaped the rewards of Microsoft Corporation's downsizing by leasing a 176,000-foot office complex given up by the software giant.

September Sheriff investigates child porn case

The King County Sheriff 's Office began investigating a 43-year-old former resident of the clothing optional Fraternity Snoqualmie Valley Nudist Park for possession of child pornography. A fellow resident had reported William Cline, a prison guard, after sexually explicit images and videos had been discovered on the park's open wireless network. SeaTac Federal Deten-

violation of the voters' will, pointing to the 2012 district bond measure that included plans to relocate the campus. However, the school board finally voted to close the school at the end of the 2015-2016 school year and open a new alternative campus in fall 2016.

Issaquah moms start Spanish Winds rob 21,800 of power language magazine A windstorm in the last weekend of Two Issaquah mothers launched a Spanish language magazine to deliver school news to non English speaking parents. The first issue of the bimonthly Voz De La Comunidad — "Voice of the Community" — came out in September with funding from the Issaquah School District. Margarita Leas and Marisol Visser when they learned parents were missing out on important school events due to the language barrier.

"There are people in our community who don't feel like they're part of the community because of this barrier," Leas said.

October rocked the Eastside and beyond and left approximately 21,800 customers in Issaquah and Sammamish without power.

Additionally, Nightmare at Beaver Lake was evacuated due to unsafe conditions for actors and patrons. Despite widespread damage throughout Beaver Lake park, there was no significant damage to sets.

Crews cleaned up debris and connected the haunted house to generators, allowing it to reopen the following evening.

November Mars Hill church dissolves

Issaquah adopted city laws against public consumption of marijuana and the carrying of open containers in automobiles. The fine for public consumption was set to $103 and the fine for carrying an open container of marijuana in areas of a car other than the trunk was set to $250.

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Sammamish records first murder

Sammamish resident Richard Bergeson was found bludgeoned to death in his home. Police suspected Kevin David Patterson, a 20-year-old man who had been staying with Bergeson. Patterson and 18-yearold Christopher Shade were arrested in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, for possessing stolen property. The two had allegedly stolen Bergeson's credit cards and car before crossing the border. Shade was later extradited to King County in December and on Dec. 11 he pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree murder, first-degree robbery and theft of a motor vehicle.

October Issaquah OKs agreement to expand Costco headquarters

After months of consideration and public hearings, the Issaquah City Council approved an agreement with Costco Wholesale, Inc. to allow it to expand its headquarters to 1.5 million square feet.

The agreement amended the Pickering Place Master Site plan — that inhibited the headquarters' growth — and brought building plans in line with the Central Issaquah Plan approved in 2012. In exchange, Costco agreed to shoulder slightly less than half of the $50 million cost of several road improvement projects in the city's downtown core.

Issaquah to close Tiger Mountain High School

Dozens of families turned out at the Issaquah School District office over the summer and fall to urge the school board to keep the alternative Tiger Mountain Community High School open. In June, Superintendent Ron Thiele had recommended the school close due to low graduation rates and increasing state graduation requirements. Some critics of the recommendation argued closure would be a

Following a series of controversies around founder Mark Driscoll, protests from former members and a sharp decline in tithes, officials for the Mars Hill announced in October that the megachurch would dissolve at the close of 2015. Mars Hill Bellevue announced it would reform as "Bellevue Church" and absorb the congregation of Mars Hill Sammamish. Mars Hill Sammamish's 21.5 acre lot was listed for sale at a price of $8.75 million.

Issaquah compromises with business on B&O tax

The Issaquah business community was left reeling in October after discovering Mayor Fred Butler's budget plan for 2015 promised to more than double some businesses' city tax contributions over the course of two years. While the plan balanced the shift by increasing exemptions on the tax, prominent companies like Darigold and Costco came out against the plan. The city council eventually passed a more modest increase to the business and occupations tax in November.

December Lake Sammamish State Park to be annexed to Issaquah

Nearly a year of work between the city of Issaquah and the Washington State Parks System culminated in the agreed annexation of Lake Sammamish State Park into the city. Park and city officials cited easier project permitting and law enforcement as advantages of the merger. The park will remain under State Parks operation and the city will receive fees from stormwater management.

Issaquah supports e-cigarette sin tax

In crafting its agenda for state legislators in 2015, the Sound Cities Association showed its desire for a dedicated public health tax and named electronic cigarettes as a potential source of revenue. Issaquah threw its support behind the measure in the Association's Public Issues Committee.

Washington state may see an e-cigarette sin tax soon, but not in the form preferred by the city and the Association: Gov. Jay Inslee proposed a 95 percent tax on e-cigarettes and vaporizers, the revenues of which would go into the general fund.

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Skyline wrestling team ranked 10th

Crusaders junior Matt Iwicki captured a first place title in the Lynden Annual Invitational wrestling tournament in the 138-pound weight class. Iwicki defeated Oak Harbor's Jahleel Vester 5-2 in the championship match. Iwicki was the only wrestler from Eastside Catholic to win an individual championship at the tourney.

February

Skyline Athletic Director resigns

Skyline Spartans athletic director Ryan Gilbert announced his resignation from his position after accepting a new job as the director of ministries at Sambica, a summer camp and retreat center on Lake Sammamish. Gilbert, who became the athletic director during the 2011-12 school year, witnessed Skyline High School win two state championships in football and girls soccer during his tenure.

Kim earns KingCo record in the pool

Eastlake Wolves senior Edward Kim clocked a time of one minute, 54.6 in the 200-yard individual medley at the KingCo Conference Swim and Dive Championships at the University of Washington. Kim's blistering time in the 200 IM set a

Eastlake’s perfect finish on the links

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The Eastside Catholic Crusaders beat Bellevue 35-13 for the 3A state football title in Tacoma in December.

KingCo record in the event.

Kim also captured first place in the 100 fly with a time of 51.33.

Kim takes first at state swim meet

Eastlake swimmer Edward Kim finished his high school swimming career in style, earning individual state titles in the 200-yard freestyle and 100-yard freestyle at the Class 4A state swim and dive championships in Federal Way. Kim won eight individual titles in four years during his high school career.

March Issaquah football gets a new coach

Buddy Bland was hired as the Issaquah Eagles new head football coach. Bland, who coached the Eagles for seven seasons before resigning in 2006, led the Eagles to an undefeated regular season in 2003.

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Skyline Spartans senior Bryan Lee broke a decadelong discus school record with a throw of 156 feet, 3.5 inches in a dual meet against the Newport Knights. The previous record was held by Paul Clary who hurled the discus 155 feet in 2004.

April Lunde tosses a complete-game

Skyline Spartans ace pitcher Drew Lunde surrendered just two hits and two earned runs in Skyline's 4-3 victory against the Issaquah

Former Skyline Spartans star quarterback Jake Heaps transferred to the University of Miami Hurricanes football program. Heaps, who played for BYU (two seasons) and Kansas, is one of the most decorated quarterbacks in the history of Washington state football. Heaps led the Spartans to state championships in 2007, 2008 and 2009.

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Issaquah takes soccer title

The Issaquah Eagles defeated the Skyline Spartans 2-1 in a shootout to win the Class 4A KingCo championship. Issaquah senior goalie Saif Kerawala stopped two Skyline shots and scored one goal of his own during the shootout, propelling his team to win.

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A third place finish at the Mat Classic last season hasn’t sat well with Eastside Catholic Crusaders wrestler Matt Iwicki. He’s thought about it for the past 10 months.

Iwicki's loss in the Class 3A quarterfinals in the 132-pound weight class to Kelso's Tyler Wicken was a setback he's looking to rectify during the 2014-15 season.

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Iwicki said he's spent the summer finetuning his skills on the mat in order to reach pinnacle performance. He will wrestle in the 145-pound weight division during the 2014-15 season.

"I have been going to a lot of different wrestling camps and wrestling with different clubs. It is good to get in different mat rooms to just get different practice partners. It helps wrestlers get to the next level," Iwicki said.

Iwicki comes from a family stepped in wrestling tradition. His father, grandfather and uncle were grapplers during their youth.

"They really liked it and thought I should get started in it, too. We have a great wrestling family. Once I started I have liked it ever since," he said.

Being one of the elder statesmen in the mat room is something Iwicki embraces wholeheartedly.

"My job is to keep everybody motivated on the mat and try to get as many people out for the team that we can. I like being the person to get everything started and get everything going," he said.

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The Eastlake Wolves girls golf team defeated the Redmond Mustangs 206-238 in the season finale, completing a 10-0 undefeated record in the regular season. Wolves golfer Ashley Fitzgibbons shot a 35 (one under par) and Maddie Nelson shot a 36.

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July Former Crusader football coach dies

Chuck Tarbox, former head coach at Eastside Catholic and one of the area’s coaching legends, passed away at the age of 77 in Surprise, Ariz. Tarbox was the head coach at Eastside Catholic from 1992 through 1999.

Eastlake Little League wins District 9 title The Eastlake Little League team defeated Kirkland American 7-2 in the District 9 title game. Elston Miller picked up the win on the mound for Eastlake. Eastlake hitters Cooper Safon, Garrett Carney and Grady Robison each recorded two hits in the championship game.

August Changes at Reporter sports

After three years of writing sports for the Issaquah/Sammamish Reporter, Josh Suman resigned to join nonprofit Ju-

bilee REACH in Bellevue. New sports reporter Shaun Scott begins “Beyond the Athlete” spotlight series with a profile of Skyline Spartans defensive end Riley Griffiths.

September Skyline crushes Issaquah on gridiron

Spartans running back Rashaad Boddie scored a game-high four touchdowns in Skyline's 48-21 victory against the Issaquah Eagles. Boddie scored on an 81-yard touchdown catch from quarterback Blake Gregory on Skyline's first offensive play from scrimmage.

Eastlake scores big against Gig Harbor

The Eastlake Wolves football team rallied for a 24-21 upset against the Gig Harbor Tides in front of a raucous crowd in Sammamish. Rudy Gonzalez hauled in a 78-yard touchdown pass from Mark Whitley with 4 minutes, 20 seconds left in regulation which cinched the game-winning score.

October EC hoopsters reveal college choices

Matisse Thybulle (University of Washington) and Mandrell Worthy (Montana State University) attended a signing ceremony where they announced what colleges they would attend. Teammates, students, family, friends and community members were in attendance for the celebration.

Issaquah captures KingCo soccer title

The Issaquah Eagles completed an undefeated regular season with a 2-1 victory against the Skyline Spartans in the season finale. Issaquah's Lyrik Fryer and Devan Tally scored a goal apiece in the win. Eagles goalie Anna Miller made several clutch saves in the second half to preserve the victory.

November Skyline girls soccer earns third at state

Skyline put together a dominating performance against the Gig Harbor Tides in the Class 4A third/fourth place game.

Amanda Johnston, Lindsey Fujiwara and Kelli Sullivan each scored a goal in Skyline's 3-1 win against the Tides at Sparks Stadium in Puyallup. The Spatans scored two goals in the second half to clinch the win.

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Cronk commits to Division-1 school

Eastside Catholic Crusaders lacrosse player Cameron Cronk signed a letter of intent with the New Jersey Institute of Technology. NJIT is a Division-1 lacrosse program located in Newark, N.J.

December Eastside Catholic conquers Bellevue

The Eastside Catholic Crusaders snapped the Bellevue Wolverines 67-game winning streak with a 35-13 victory in the Class 3A state football championship at the Tacoma Dome. Crusaders quarterback Harley Kirsch completed 20-of22 passes for 188 yards passing and two touchdowns in the state title game. Eastside Catholic outscored Bellevue 28-0 in the final 24 minutes, 30 seconds of the game.

EC accepts bid to play in Florida

The Eastside Catholic Crusaders football team accepted a bid to play in the Burger King State Champions Bowl Series, which took place in Boca Raton on Dec. 27.

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Issaquah/Sammamish Reporter: What is your biggest pet peeve?

Matt Iwicki: I would say arrogance. I don't like to see that. I guess people can be proud if they really have something behind it or if they really work hard and are spirited about what they do.

IR: What is your favorite eatery in the Sammamish region?

MI: I like going to The Ram. It has great food and has a good atmosphere.

IR: Who is your pick to win the Super Bowl in February of 2015?

MI: The Seattle Seahawks.

IR: What is something unique about you that nobody know?

MI: I really like to play soccer. I spend a lot of time on it. I think its really fun.

IR: What is the last movie you saw in the theater?

MI: I saw the most recent “Hunger Games” movie. It was better than I thought it would be.

IR: Where is your dream vacation spot?

MI: Aruba. I have visited there a couple of times already. It's a really calm and peaceful place. It's just perfect.

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EDITOR Sound Publishing has an immediate opening for Editor of the Snoqualmie Valley Record. This is not an entry-level position. Requires a handson leader with a minimum of three years newspaper experience including writing, editing, pagination, photography, and InDesign skills. editing and monitoring social media including Twitter, FaceBook, etc.

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Must develop a knowledge of local arts, business, and government.

Must be visible in the community. Must possess reliable, insured, motor vehicle and a valid Washington State driver’s license.

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REPORTER The Issaquah/Sammamish Reporter, a division of Sound Publishing Inc. is seeking a general assignment reporter with writing experience and photography skills. This position is based out of the Bellevue office. Primary coverage will be city government, business, and general assignment stor ies; and could include sports coverage. Schedule may include some evening and/or weekend work.

REGIONAL ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER Sound Publishing has an immediate opening for an experienced Regional Sales Manager in our National Sales department. This position is based out of our Bellevue, WA office, near the I-90/ I-405 interchange (Factoria). Compensation includes a base salary plus commission, excellent benefits, 401k with company match, and paid time-off.

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Minimum of one year of previous newspaper experience is required.

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We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.)

Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to: hreast@sound publishing.com ATTN: HR/ISS Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the wor kplace.

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The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral, and excel in dealing daily with internal as well as external contacts. Must be computer-proficient and internet savvy, and have an exceptional marketing and sales background; print media exper ience is a definite plus. Must engage prospective clients with Sound’s capabilities and customize the message to secure new business as well as grow existing business.

NOTICE Washington State law requires wood sellers to provide an invoice (receipt) that shows the s e l l e r ’s a n d b u y e r ’s name and address and the date delivered. The invoice should also state the price, the quantity delivered and the quantity upon which the price is based. There should be a statement on the type and quality of the wood.

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Most long bed pickup trucks have beds that are close to the four-foot by 8-foot dimension.

To m a k e a f i r e w o o d complaint, call 360-9021857. agr.wa.gov/inspection/ WeightsMeasures/Fire woodinformation.aspx

The award-winning w e e k l y n ew s p a p e r, Bainbridge Island Review on beautiful Bainbridge Island, WA, has an opening for a general assignment reporter. We want a skilled and passionate writer who isn’t afraid to tackle meaty news stor ies. Exper ience with photography and Adobe InDesign p r e fe r r e d . A p p l i c a n t s must be able to work in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment, possess excellent writing skills, have a knowledge of community news and be able to write about multiple topics. Must relocate to Kitsap County.

This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits: medical, dental, life insurance, 401k, paid vacation, sick and holidays. EOE. No calls please. Send resume with cover letter, three or more non-returnable clips in PDF or Text format and references to hr@soundpublishing.com or mail to: HR/GARBIR Sound Publishing, Inc. 11323 Commando Rd W, Main Unit Everett, WA 98204 Employment General

CIRCULATION MANAGER Redmond/ Bothell/Kenmore Sound Publishing, Inc. is currently accepting applications for a Circulation Manager. Position will be based out of the Kirkland office. The primary duty of a Circulation Manager (CM) is to manage a geographic district. The CM will be accountable for the assigned newspaper as follows: Recruiting, contracting and training independent contractors to meet delivery deadlines, insuring delivery standards are being met and quality customer service.

Po s i t i o n r e q u i r e s t h e ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; to occasionally lift and/or transport bundles weighing up to 25 pounds from ground level to a height of 3 feet; to deliver newspaper routes, including ability to negotiate stairs and to deliver an average of 75 newspapers per hour for up to 8 consecutive hours; to communicate with carr iers and the public by telephone and in person; to operate a personal computer. Must p o s s e s s r e l i a bl e , i n sured, motor vehicle and a valid Washington State driver’s license. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) If you are interested in joining the team at the Redmond and Bothell/Kenmore Repor ters, email us your cover letter and resume to: hreast@sound publishing.com Please be sure to note: ATTN: CMRED in the subject line.

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2 R E S T I N G P L AC E S Asking $5500 ea or best offer. Desirable Sunset Memor ial Par k. Great views to reflect upon memor ies. Located in the Garden of Rest. Side by side, spaces 3 and 4, lot 57. Seller will pay fee.

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Dogs

CHIHUAHUA Puppies, call for pricing. Financing Available. Adult Adoptions Also, $100 Each.

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AKC POMERANIANS. 1 Wor med & shots. Not gorgeous, little black just a pet, but one of the male pup just in time for family! $1,000. Call Chris Christmas. White mark- 360-652-7148. ings, 8 weeks old. $500. GREAT DANE Chr ist1- 2 year old Parti Pom, mas puppies. Only 4 left.

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Parents are health testVery Healthy & quick ed. $950. learners, beautiful. www.ourpoeticpoodles.com These are a large or call 509-582-6027 breed. Both Parents on premises AKC YELLOW LAB pup425.239.6331 pies. 3 females, 2 males What better Christmas are ready for their loving present than a loving homes. Hunting bred & companion wonderful companions!

Both parents on site. ROTWIELER AKC PupDew-clawed, wor med, pies. Imported line, ex1 st shots. Born October cellent temper ment & 4th. $600 each. Roches- pedigree, large blocky ter. Call Chuck 360-250- heads, great markings, t a i l s & d ew c l aw r e 4559. moved. First shots and BASSET HOUND PUPS worming. Family raised, Gorgeous purebred Tri in our home, parents Colored males. Twelve s w e e t a n d g e n t l e . weeks old with first $ 1 , 2 0 0 / e a c h . shots. Star ted training 720.326.5127 with doggy door. Potty training underway also. $400. 425-275-6934.

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4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip 10’ x 10’ Metal framed split sliding door w/cam-latch closers, crack control, (1) 10’x12’ & (1) 8’x9’ raised panel steel 3’x6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing lockset, 2’ poly eavelight, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent. hinges & stainless steel lockset, 5/12 scissor truss, 10’ continuous flow ridge vents, 2’ poly eavelight along one eave.

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4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip crack control, (2) 10’x8’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, 3’x3’ double glazed vinyl window w/screen, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

18,158

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16,199

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232mo.

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12’x9’ Metal framed split sliding door w/cross hatching & camlatch closers, (2) 4’x8’ split opening unpainted wood Dutch doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, 4’x3’ double glazed vinyl wndow w/screen, 18” eave & gable overhangs, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

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16,699

$

240/mo.

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4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip crack control, 9’x9’ raised panel steel overhead door, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, (2) 3’x4’ & (4) 3’x2’ double glazed vinyl windows w/screens, 10’x4’ Portico, 18” eave and gable overhangs, (2) 12”x12” gable vents. $ $ $

20,063

21,997

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4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip crack control, (2) 10’x8’ & (1) 12’x11’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, 18” eave & gable overhangs, (2) 12’x12’ gable vents (not shown).

26,555

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24,362

350mo.

$

RV GARAGE 24’ 24’x 38’x 14’ Concrete Included!

4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip crack control, (2) 9’x8’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

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Unbelievably cute, loving little babies with plenty of Ratitude. We have chocolates, black and tans and brindles and they’re all toys. Tails docked and dewclaws removes and by the time t h ey g o h o m e t h ey ’ l l have had two shots and been wor med several times. Ready to go to their new homes 1/6/2015. $450 and up.

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4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip crack control, 16’x7’ raised panel steel overhead door, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, (2) 3’x2’ double glazed vinyl cross hatch windows w/screens, 18” eave & gable overhangs, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

23,922

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$

21,369

307mo.

$

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AKC REGISTERED Puppies. 4 gorgous little girls. Very Small Father (3 lbs) and Mother Are On Site. Born and Raised In Our Living R o o m . Wo r m i n g a n d First Shots Done. Come and Be Loved By My Little Babies. Call Anytime, 425-330-9903 or 360631-6256 Automobiles Mercedes-Benz

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4” Concrete floor w/fibermix reinforcement & zip-strip crack control, (1) 10’x14’ & (2) 10’x7’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, (4) 4’x3’ double glazed vinyl windows w/screens, 24’x12’ 50# loft w/L-Shaped staircase, 3’ steel wainscoting, 18” eave and gable overhangs, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

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73,000 miles. $17,500.

Call Bill before this great deal is gone 206-9205604. Freeland.

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800-824-9552

1207748

$

(2) 10’x12’ Permastalls w/split opening wood Dutch doors, 3’x6’8” PermaBilt door w/self-closing hinges & stainless steel lockset, 2’ poly eavelight, 18” eave & gable overhangs, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

Financing based on 12% interest, all payments based on 10 years (unless otherwise noted), O.A.C.. Actual rate may vary. Prices do not include permit costs or sales tax & are based on a flat, level, accessible building site w/less than 1’ of fill, w/85 MPH Wind Exposure “B”, 25# snow load, for non commercial usage & do not include prior sales & may be affected by county codes and/or travel considerations. Drawings for illustration purposes only. Ad prices expire 1/12/15.

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