Bellevue Reporter, January 23, 2015

[ 02 ]

City passes on auction

Kirk house heads to auction without city bid

Arts

[ 05 ]

From surgeon to author

BELLEVUEREPORTER.COM

News

BELLEVUE

REPO ORTER RTER FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2015

Man faces federal drug charge in Silk Road case Brian Farrell, 26, is alleged to have aided online operations distributing heroin, meth, and cocaine.

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

Bellevue man launches his first book in medical suspense trilogy

Business

[07]

Martial arts coding

A Bellevue man alleged to have been support manager for the illicit goods website Silk Road 2.0 was arrested last week and charged by the U.S. Attorney’s Office with conspiracy to distribute heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine.

Not long after the FBI arrested

operator Ross Ulbricht in October 2013 and shut down the website — popular for purchasing illicit goods like drugs and firearms — Silk Road 2.0 was created. Operating like its predecessor, SR2 uses a special worldwide network of computers to conceal Internet Protocols and protect its users’ anonymity.

Homeland Security’s investigation into the latest iteration of the

underground website cast a spotlight on Brian Farrell, 26, whose IP address was found to have been used to access the vendor portal for SR2, according to a search warrant affidavit, prompting Homeland Security to begin surveillance on the Bellevue man’s home from early August to late December.

Farrell was detained in Chicago

by Customs and Border Protection officers while returning home from Europe on Dec. 20. He allegedly refused to provide investigators with pass codes to several computer devices or explain why he was trav-

Coding Dojo relocates to Bellevue offering starter programming courses

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

Education [08 ] Girls can code too

Sports [10 ]

Undefeated wrestler

Interlake’s Albert Chen focused on state tourney

@BelReporter

SEE SILK ROAD, 13

Council approves $1.4M PSE contract

HUNDREDS GATHER TO HONOR MLK

FlowPlay donates $26K to Girlstart to host girls-only STEM summer camp

eling with so many digital devices, according to the affidavit. Those items were seized and forwarded to Homeland Security Investigations in Seattle.

HSI special agents contacted Farrell and his roommate at their Bellevue home two days later. Farrell allegedly admitted to visiting the site, but denied buying or selling drugs on Silk Road 2.0.

The affidavit states Farrell’s roommate described the former Microsoft contractor as bragging

Josh Stilts, Bellevue Reporter

Volunteers work at one of the community health tables setup during a celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. at Crossroads Bellevue Shopping Center on Jan. 19.

BY JOSH STILTS BELLEVUE REPORTER

Hundreds of people gathered Monday morning at Crossroads Bellevue Shopping Center in Bellevue to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in community.

Bellevue Mayor Claudia Balducci told the crowd that while there’s been great progressive in the fight for equality, there’s still a long road to travel.

Last month the city adopted its new diversity initiative plan to respond to the area’s rapidly changing demographics.

Balducci said seeing the large crowd gather as one to celebrate the civil rights leader’s message and memory spoke volumes about the area’s willingness to work together.

“The world our kids are growing up in is vastly different than it was for us,” the mayor told the Reporter. “It’s so exciting to see the community come together and celebrate Dr. King’s life.”

Bellevue Council Member John Stokes echoed Balducci’s excitement adding that the size of the crowd and diversity of its population “validates the work

we’ve been doing. This is what it’s all about.”

The morning began with an emotional speech from Shari Watts, chapter president of the Bellevue Alumnae chapter of the SEE MLK, 9

The Bellevue City Council approved a $1.4 million contract with Environmental Science Associates on Tuesday to prepare draft and final environmental impact statements for Puget Sound Energy’s Energize Eastside project.

Councilmember Jennifer Robertson addressed concerns about starting the EIS process ahead of the completion of the city’s independent study to confirm the future need for increased energy capacity as reported by PSE. City staff reported the study is expected to be completed in February, ahead of the start of the EIS process. The cost of the EIS will be recovered through a third-party contract with PSE, said Carol Helland, assistant director for development services.

The city will work with four other Eastside cities from Renton to Redmond during the EIS process, a majority vote required for most major milestones.

Robertson said she wants part of the scope to include the economic impact of PSE’s transmission line alignment on property values. The 18-mile project will affect a number of residential areas in Bellevue, which has prompted residents to protest the erection of taller power poles in their neighborhoods rather than alternative energy solutions.

SEE ENERGIZE, 3

Are you confused about Health Insurance for 2015?

Insurance Made Easy!

We Shop For you.

Gary Franke | 425-802-2783 | gary@achieve-alpha.com

[2] January 23, 2015 www.bellevuereporter.com

Show your Seahawks pride in photo contest Eastside 12s it’s time to show your Seahawks pride! The team that never quits is ready to defend its title in Arizona and we want to know how Bellevue is representing the Blue and Green.

Send us your best photos of 12th Man pride, whether that’s you in your gear, a friend sporting a logo tattoo, an officemate with a blue and green manicure, or Fido going into “Beast Mode” in his own Marshawn Lynch

City declines Kirk house purchase Community hopeful about city interest in public spaces

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

While the Bellevue City Council is passing on today’s auction for a midcentury house on a 43,000-square-foot lot in Newport Hills, residents at Monday’s council meeting said council’s consideration renewed interest in creating public spaces in the neighborhood.

Designed by Northwest architect Paul Hayden Kirk, the 1,800-square-foot single-story house and property at the intersection of 119th Avenue Southeast and Southeast 48th Street will be sold at auction by the King County Sheriff ’s Office today. The property was foreclosed

on several years after the death of former owner Valerie Bronson.

Members of the Newport Hills Community Club and Kirk House Restoration Project had appealed to the council to consider purchasing the property at auction to be used for an open or public space two weeks ago.

City Manager Brad Miyake told the council Monday the property was determined by staff to be unsuitable as a neighborhood gathering space, adding the city looks forward to working with the neighborhood to find a future community project that would be a better fit.

Newport Hills Community Club member Heidi Dean thanked the mayor near the end of the meeting for recognizing the community’s need for public space, adding residents are inspired to look for other opportunities.

jersey.

One lucky shutterbug will win a $100 gift certificate to John Howie Steak in Bellevue and we’ll publish the best pictures online and in print over the next two weeks.

Post your photos to the Bellevue Reporter Facebook page or email them to news@bellevuereporter.com. Please include your name and a brief description of the picture.

Go ‘Hawks!

Farmers market fees could stay flat this year Taking year to revise inspection program could cost $500K in operating revenue

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

The King County Board of Health may hold off on implementing increased fees for temporary events and farmers markets this year to allow for revisions to its inspection services, the deficit for doing so estimated at $500,000 this year.

Public Health - Seattle & King County had proposed last year increasing permit fees for farmers markets

and temporary events to capture the real cost health inspections, which are covered solely by those fees.

A farmers market coordinator fee had been proposed to increase 131 percent this year, from $502 to $1,162. A temporary food - limited fee, which applies to vendors with less food handling demands like scooping ice cream, was proposed to increase 264 percent, from $55 to $200.

A temporary food permit

for a more full-scale vendor was proposed to increase 42 percent, from $281 to $400.

The board of health’s fee subcommittee proposed Thursday, Jan. 15, that farmers market and temporary event fees remain flat this year to allow the inspection program to be redesigned to include less services to bring the cost down while maintaining adequate food safety. The board is expected to vote on this proposal in February, a staff report estimating a $500,000 loss this year by keeping rates flat.

RIDE IN STYLE! RIDE THE

SNOQUALMIE CASINO EXPRESS FOR ONLY

CASH

10

$

AND GET

$10 BACK & FOOD $10VOUCHER

FOR INFORMATION & RESERVATIONS CALL:

or visit:

1-800-254-3423 snocasinoexpress.com

1-90 E, EXIT 27 | SNOCASINO.COM

SEATTLE’S CLOSEST CASINO

www.bellevuereporter.com

PSE moves forward with CAG recommendation

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

Puget Sound Energy posted online Jan. 14 the final report of a community advisory group that last month recommended two route preferences for running 18 miles of transmission lines from Renton to Redmond — a minority report can be found in the appendix.

The CAG reduced route options for PSE’s consideration from 18 to four in October, forwarding the Oak and Willow routes to the energy company after a lengthy final session in December. Drafting the dissent report were mostly members of both the CAG and the Coalition of Eastside Neighborhoods for Sensible Energy, which has opposed the erection of power poles to run 18 miles of 230 kV transmission lines since Energize Eastside was first announced.

Those favoring none of the route options wrote in their “minority report”

their objections are based on a lack of consideration of alternatives to transmission lines, a lack of “real data” establishing the need for increased energy capacity and a perceived unfair process for selecting CAG members and facilitating their discussions. The only participation PSE was interested in, the minority report states, was in selecting a preferred route for transmission lines.

CENSE members — on and off the advisory group — stated as much during public comments at the CAG’s final meeting on Dec. 10.

CENSE and its members on the CAG, who drafted the minority report, argue PSE refused to consider alternatives to meeting future energy demands on the Eastside and has inflated that demand by misrepresenting how much outside interests in places like Canada will benefit from Energize Eastside. CENSE believes an independent demand study commis-

sioned by the Bellevue City Council will provide a true, lower need than PSE has indicated.

“It’s unfortunate that the answer is not what they’re looking for,” said Gretchen Aliabadi, communications manager for Energize Eastside, “but it’s still the answer.”

She said PSE is certain its analysis of future energy demands and capacity needs is accurate, and its community advisory group process was thorough. The report’s publishing should show the community how much public involvement went into reaching these two recommendations — Willow and Oak. “I think, from our standpoint and the rest of our customers who want the lights to stay on, is to let folks know we’ve done the work,” Aliabadi said.

Regardless of which side CAG members took, the decision to run transmission lines from Renton to Redmond — and the route used to that end — will

ultimately be up to PSE. The energy company states in its CAG Final Report it will now make a decision — taking the advisory group’s recommendations under consideration — before seeking public input on issues like pole heights and other design details.

The city is expected to approve the hiring of a consultant for drafting an environmental impact statement for Energize Eastside as early as this month.

Brandon Macz: 425-453-4602; bmacz@bellevuereporter.com

ENERGIZE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Senior land use planner David Pyle told council each city can add elements to the environmental impact statement process, as the city is doing with its demand study.

The council approved a contract for up to $100,000 with Utility Systems Efficiencies to conduct the independent technical analysis of PSE’s Energize Eastside project in December.

Senior Planner Nicholas Matz elaborated on USE’s experience and qualifications earlier in Tuesday’s meeting, adding consultants would hold a Skype discussion with members of the Coalition of Eastside Neighborhoods for Sensible Energy during this week.

The EIS proecess is expected to take more than a year to complete.

Brandon Macz: 425-453-4602; bmacz@bellevuereporter.com

1805 136 Place NE Suite 206 Bellevue, WA 98005/Behind Bellevue BMW

Professional/Traditional barbering with Katrina’s personal touch!

Where masculine and modern meet, this is truly an experience for men of all ages to enjoy. Come in, unwind, and escape in my private barber suite!

By Appointment Only

206-949-2467

www.1805barberstyle.com

www.AEHRedmond.com

1206978

Dissenting opinion: Energy company didn’t provide options

January 23, 2015 [3]

[4] January 23, 2015

www.bellevuereporter.com Contact and submissions: editor@bellevuereporter.com or 425.453.4233

EDITORIAL

Paying for schools not only job of the Legislature

E

ducation will be one of the key issues this legislative session in Olympia. But it’s being treated as a political ploy by seven Republican legislators who have introduced HB 1001.

The bill, being called “Fund Education First,” would create a separate budget for education and require that it be funded from no new tax sources and approved before the rest of the state’s budgets. Fortunately, Eastside representatives had the good sense to stay away from this proposal.

Education already comes first in our state; our constitution says it is the “paramount” duty of the state. OK, we know the Legislature hasn’t been good about doing this recently. But the state Supreme Court has found it in contempt and lawmakers are under pressure to fix that.

There’s another problem with HB 1001 — that education be funded from existing tax sources. Given the high price tag to fully fund education, it will be a struggle — maybe an impossible one — to find enough money to pay for other needed state programs without new taxes. Voters might OK more taxes for kids in schools, but not for state workers sitting in offices.

The bottom line? Many state problems likely would be gutted to balance the budget, thus reducing the cost of state government.

That may be a goal of some Republicans, but not all government programs are bad. And schools aren’t the only institution that provide needed services to state residents.

That said, this isn’t a pitch for the Legislature to approve any tax for any program. In fact, responsible legislative leaders — in both parties — have more sense than to do this.

Instead, we think what most voters want is for legislators to look at the needs of the public and determine what ones the state can meet in a fiscally prudent budget.

Will this take some hand-wringing and making tough choices? Of course. And this year will be tougher — because of the need to really deal with education.

But, with the public’s attention and help, we expect legislators to do their job responsibly.

– Craig Groshart, Bellevue Reporter

REPORTER

.com

BELLEVUE

2700 Richards Road, Ste. 201, Bellevue, WA 98005 425-453-4270; FAX: 425-453-4193 www.bellevuereporter.com William Shaw, Publisher wshaw@bellevuereporter.com 425.453.2710 Craig Groshart, Editor cgroshart@bellevuereporter.com 425.453.4233 Staff Writers: Brandon Macz, Government, Business Josh Stilts, Education, Arts/Entertainment Shaun Scott, Sports, Recreation Sonny Ebalo, Creative Designer Celeste Hoyt, Office Coordinator 425.453.4270

Advertising: Jim Gatens, Regional Advertising Sales Manager jgatens@soundpublishing.com 425.453.4270 Sam Boucher, Taylor Etchey, Jen Gralish, Advertising Sales Consultants Rob Shults, Circulation Manager 425.453.4270

For circulation or delivery issues, please call 425-453-4270 Classified Marketplace, 1-800-388-2527 facebook.com/bellevuereporter.com

@belreporter

LETTERS

President's college plan is definitely intriguing

President Obama's new America's College proposal is an intriguing idea that might be in the right direction for a more affordable education to Americans who want to further their learning. I think the intent behind the proposal is a welcoming thought to the expensive college route for students, but it makes me question how the proposal would play out.

If the proposal is successful, I wonder how the funding would be gathered to pay these students. How would current education programs work with this new proposal? How would this affect current college students who already are paying for their education?

Would a 2.5 GPA be sufficient to offer students two years of community college? What about students who are finishing up their education in universities? Could the proposal benefit these students as well? Would this be more effective than attempting to lower the cost of tuition for all schools?

Paying for higher education is costly and this could have a significant impact on changing the future. I think

this proposal has a strong potential to turn out well for bringing more students to be motivated for their education, but clearly a lot of work and careful thinking should be done to accomplish the focus of improving the nation's education.

Riku Furuya, Bellevue

Energize Eastside an inferior compromise

Energize Eastside is a “blended project.” Memorandums of agreement between Puget Sound Energy, Seattle City Light and Bonneville Power Administration show Energize Eastside has at least three purposes: 1. BPA grid reliability to satisfy Canadian entitlement (U.S. generated power supplied to Canada) per the terms of the Columbia River Treaty; 2. Load needs for SCL; and 3. Load growth for PSE. As a blended Project, it is an inferior reliability compromise for BPA and an expensive compromise for PSE ratepayers.

BPA states its most reliable solution to satisfy Canadian entitlement is the “Monroe-Echo Lake #2” project. The per capita cost of that project is lower when spread across tens of millions of ratepayers in BPA’s territory. Energize Eastside is unduly expensive to PSE’s 1.1 million ratepayers, and is dispro-

?

Question of the week:

“Do you support President Obama’s plan to increase taxes on the wealthy to help the middle class?”

portionately expensive to low-income electricity customers that rely on PSE electricity – many of whom have had no voice to provide input on Energize Eastside.

Eastside businesses and residents benefit from a non-blended project, via smaller scalable solutions that will maintain the lowest possible electricity rates for all PSE customers, while supporting smart, sustainable local growth.

Russell Borgmann, Bellevue

Shame on the NFL

The NFL has decided not to suspend Ndamukong Suh, the oft-penalized defensive lineman for the Detroit Lions. After all, it is the playoffs. But first the NFL should apologize to Detroit center, Dominic Raiola, for his two game suspension for a very similar offense.

Perhaps Suh is only being fined because of his lack of success in maiming Aaron Rodgers, the Green Bay quarterback. It wasn’t for lack of trying — twice.

Would it help if fans picketed NFL headquarters with signs saying, “Quarterback legs matter”? Roger Goodell should hang his head in shame.

Vote online: vote@bellevuereporter.com

Last weeks poll results: “Would you accept higher taxes to improve education in our state?”

Yes: 46% No: 54%

Denny Andrews, Bellevue

QUOTE OF NOTE

Never trust a computer you can’t throw out a window.

– Steve Wozniak, computer engineer

www.bellevuereporter.com

January 23, 2015 [5] Contact and submissions: Josh Stilts jstilts@bellevuereporter.com or 425.453.4290

Bellevue author slices open audiences with first medical suspense thriller Richard Van Anderson has always been fascinated by the urban legends of people waking up in bathtubs full of ice, their organs allegedly removed and sold on the black market. As a medical student in New York, the improbability of the situation troubled him; why would a surgeon keep the patient on ice when the common practice is to warm them up?

The question ruminated in the back of his brain as Van Anderson built an illustrious career as a cardiac surgeon, which led him to the Pacific Northwest, accepting a job as chief of cardiac surgery at Seattle Veterans Administration Hospital.

But the job wasn’t what he expected, Van Anderson said, so after several years he traded in his scalpel for a keyboard to bring the myth of these black market medical thieves to life.

In his first novel, “The Organ Takers,” the Bellevue resident takes an updated medical approach to the debunked legend examining the world of transplant waiting list abuse, human stem cell research, tissue engineering and organ fabrication.

The book’s main character, David McBride, a former surgery resident, is exiled from the medical community after he and his mentor are found guilty of manipulating a liver transplant list for money.

Down and nearly out, McBride’s offered a second chance to complete his training, but it’s not what he expects and, under the threat of violence to him and his pregnant wife, he’s forced to illegally harvest organs.

Van Anderson said he initially intended the story to be a single book, but when he got to the end, he knew there was more to tell.

“I left McBride in such a dark place I had to give him a chance to better himself,” Van Anderson said, adding he’s already started working on the second and third books.

And while he’s had to self-publish this book, Van Anderson said the initial responses to the book have been positive and he’s hopeful the story will catch the attention of some of the industry’s larger publication groups.

So far, the greatest compliment came from his literary

Your Sister’s Closet

hero, David Lehane, who told Van Anderson the story has “great promise.”

Lehane, the author of such critically acclaimed books as “Mystic River” and “Gone Baby Gone,” taught a masters of fine arts class in Boston. Van Anderson was a student in one of his classes.

Van Anderson said he’s tried to model Lehane’s approach to storytelling.

“He always talked about the four D’s; ‘depth of story, depth of character, depth of insight and depth of language.’

It was my goal to take those and put them into my own work,” he said of Lehane’s style and teaching.

But before he could spend countless hours writing and rewriting McBride’s opus, Van Anderson had to leave a “fairly lucrative” career.

“It was a tough job to give up, but the caseload started dwindling and I wasn’t operating as much as I’d like,” he said. “I spent a lot of my time fighting for OR beds and surgical rooms instead of actually operating. I miss the operating room, but I don’t miss the politics, economics or bureaucracy.”

Since the completion of the book, he said he has “zero regrets” about the decision and is excited about the new career opportunity.

Van Anderson will be hosting a book signing from 6:308:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan 27 at the University Bookstore, 990 102nd Ave. N.E., Bellevue.

Photo courtesy of Chaucer Wells Photography

Cardiac surgeon turned author, Richard Van Anderson says he’s already working on the second and third books in his trilogy.

The heart of Hawaii.

Josh Stilts: 425-453-4290; jstilts@bellevuereporter.com

TAX PROBLEMS? You could save thousands on any amount you currently owe the IRS. Call toll free:

844-849-1040 ext. 55

1206696

BY JOSH STILTS BELLEVUE REPORTER

24 hours., for a FREE recorded message.

To get a FREE copy of a report the IRS hopes you never see - call now!

Nunn Better Tax Resolution LLC // Redmond, WA

Misses, Petites and Plus

Chanel • LV • St. John Chicos • Eileen Fisher

Accepting Winter Items Monday – Saturday: 10am – 6pm

12001 NE 12th St, Ste. 85, Bellevue, WA

(Located across the street from the Crab Pot Restaurant)

425-223-2100 • YourSistersCloset.com

15%

OFF

your purchase with this coupon.

Cannot be combined with other discounts. Excludes designer bags.

SlipCoverS

Free estimates

by The Great Cover-Up

1188386

Custom slipcovers on the Eastside since 1985 • Custom designs • Personal service • Quality workmanship • Washable fabrics

206-940-4861 • www.slipcoversbymary.com

425-747-8222 14725 NE 20th Street Suite D | Bellevue, WA 98007

GoinPostalBellevue.com

Chain included

Your One Stop Shipping Center! authorized shipping center for: approved shipping center for:

Matching Earrings available

approved postal provider for:

Impulse

B A L L R O O M

Social Dance Lessons and Competitive Dance Training 206.795.4383 • 425.746.6600 coralyn@impulseballroom.com | www.impulseballroom.com

2273 140th Avenue NE Bellevue, WA 98005

Heart Pendant with Koa Inlay in Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow Gold $279

1179998

DESIGNER CONSIGNMENT

1159967

Call Jen Gralish at 425.453.4623 to schedule your ad today. Twice a month for just $71.50.

Bellevue Square Level 2, close to Center Court, 425-451-8089 NaHoku.com

[6] January 23, 2015 www.bellevuereporter.com Contact and submissions: Brandon Macz bmacz@bellevuereporter.com or 425.453.4602

Valerio out as Outerwall CEO

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

Bellevue-based kiosk operator Outerwall announced Tuesday the resignation of CEO J. Scott Di Valerio, who will be replaced by company board member Nora M. Denzel in the interim.

Valerio had been CEO

since his appointment in April 2013, having served as chief financial officer for Outerwall since 2010.

He represented the company at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas earlier this month.

Denzel has been a board director at Outerwall since February

2013. She previously held various management positions at Intuit from 2008 to 2012.

Outerwall reports it will immediately start the search process for its next CEO. Brandon Macz: 425-453-4602; bmacz@bellevuereporter.com

Toscana Vacation Condos in North Phoenix, Arizona CONGRATULATES the Home Team

Luxury Condos •

Next Door to Exclusive Dining, Shopping, Golf and Entertainment

•

Superior Superbowl Accommodation Fully Furnished, and

•

Toscana Vacation Condos (844) 867-2262

•

Decorated with Full Kitchens

Heated Resort Pool/Spa, Fully Equipped Fitness Center

www.toscanavacationcondos.com

Bellevue

WORSHIP DIRECTORY CATHOLIC

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE CHURCH

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST - BELLEVUE

4400 130th Place SE, Bellevue,WA 98006 425-747-6770 ext. 100 St. Madeleine Sophie School ext. 201

www.stmadeleine.org

Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 pm Sunday Masses: 8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday Mass in Korean: 5:00 pm

Lk. Washington Blvd. & Overlake Drive Sunday Service & Sunday School...10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Meeting.............7:30 p.m.

Reading Room: 1112 110th Ave N.E. • 425.454.1224

HOURS: M-F 9:30 to 4:30, SAT 10:00 to 1:00 Child Care at Services

ST. LOUISE CHURCH 141 - 156th SE, Bellevue, WA 98007 425-747-4450 • www.stlouise.org

EPISCOPAL

Sunday Masses:

7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Misa En Espanol Domingo .......................... 1:00 p.m.

ST.MARGARET’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

www.saintmargarets.org 4228 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue

St. Louise Parish School 425-746-4220

Come worship with us every Sunday 9:00am Bible Classes * 10:15am Main Service * * Child care provided Wednesdays 7pm Bible Study/Life Group Call to schedule your personal bible study or a 1on1 Conversational English class Call 425-454-3863 or email office@bellevuechurchofchrist.org

10419 SE 11th St Bellevue, WA BellevueChurchOfChrist.org •

To advertise your worship services call Jen Gralish 425-453-4623 email: jgralish@bellevuereporter.com

UNITED METHODIST FIRST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Sunday Worship traditional: 9 & 11AM modern: 9:45AM, 11AM & 6 PM 1717 Bellevue Way NE (425) 454-3082

Weekday Masses:

Monday thru Friday...............................................9:00 a.m.

First Saturday .................................................................9:00 a.m.

Saturday Vigil ............................................................... 5:00 p.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH B E L L E V U E of

A COMMUNITY FOR OTHERS All Are Welcome!

Sunday Worship at 10 am Children's Church School at 10 am Adult Classes at 9 & 11 am Child care provided 1934 108th Ave. NE Bellevue 1/2 mile north of Library www.fumcbellevue.org 425.454.2059

www.belpres.org

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Schnitzer West acquires Bel-Kirk Office Center Renovations to begin in late spring for boutique offices

BY BRANDON MACZ BELLEVUE REPORTER

Schnitzer West closed on its acquisition of the Bel-Kirk Office Center on Jan. 16, with plans for redesigning its two buildings in late spring.

“It’s been the greater part of 2014,” said Senior Investment Director Pam Hirsch of the acquisition. “We forged a relationship with the family that owned the land.”

The two-story buildings were constructed by the Koll Company in 1988 and total 92,581 square feet of office space.

Schnitzer West has entered into a 60-year land lease with representatives of the testamentary trust of Selom F. Burns with an option for two 15-year extensions.

Hirsch said the office center will be updated, with a more pronounced entryway, new signage, water feature and work spaces in the lobby and plaza.

“Our version of the word ‘boutique’ is just creating those smaller amenity spaces that rival a larger project,” she said. “Work 276469_4.75_x_6 10/16/14 5:09 PM Page 1 areas you can actually use and5:09 function in.” 1 276469_4.75_x_6 10/16/14 PM Page

Photo courtesy of Schnitzer West

The Bel-Kirk Office Center is located at 11120-11130 N.E. 33rd Place in Bellevue.

The Bel-Kirk Office Center is 95 percent leased, but only 56 percent occupied, Hirsch said, with Bank of America being the largest tenant not occupying space.

Jones Lang LaSalle will be the listing team for the office center, she said, with expectations some tenants will not renew their leases in the future.

“I’m sure at some point there will be some rollover,” Hirsch said.

JPC Architects in Bellevue is handling renovation designs and Pennon Construction in Seattle will complete the work, likely starting in late spring.

Brandon Macz: 425-453-4602; bmacz@bellevuereporter.com

CALL CALL NOW NOW & & SAVE SAVEUP UPTO TO84% 84% ON YOUR NEXT PRESCRIPTION ON YOUR NEXT PRESCRIPTION Drug Name Qty (pills) Price* Drug Name Qty (pills) Price*

Drug Name Qty (pills) Viagra 100mg 16 Viagra 100mg 16 Viagra 50mg 16 Viagra 50mg 16 Cialis 20mg 16 Cialis 20mg 16 Cialis 5mg 90 Cialis 5mg 90 Levitra 20mg 30 Levitra 20mg 30 Spiriva 18mcg 90 Spiriva 18mcg 90 Celebrex 200mg 100 Celebrex 200mg 100 Advair 250/50mcg 180 Advair 250/50mcg 180 Zetia 10mg 100 Zetia 10mg 100 Crestor 20mg 100 Crestor 20mg 100 Combivent 18/103mcg Combivent 18/103mcg 600 600 Symbicort 160/4.5ug 360 Symbicort 160/4.5ug 360 Cymbalta 60mg 90 Cymbalta 60mg 90 Namenda 10mg 84 Namenda 10mg 84 Nexium 40mg 90 Nexium 40mg 90 Diovan 160mg 100 Diovan 160mg 100 Aggrenox 200/25mg 180 Aggrenox 200/25mg 180 Entocort 3mg 100 Entocort 3mg 100 Propecia 1mg 100 Propecia 1mg 100 Januvia 100mg 90 Januvia 100mg 90 Quinine 300mg 84 Quinine 300mg 84 Ventolin 100mcg 600 Ventolin 100mcg 600 Pentasa SR 100 Pentasa SR 500mg 500mg 100 Avodart 0.5mg 100 Avodart 0.5mg 100 Pradaxa 150mg 180 Pradaxa 150mg 180 Vagifem 10mcg 24 Vagifem 10mcg 24 84 Xarelto 20mg 20mg 84 300 Asacol 800mg 800mg 300

Price* Drug Name 94.99 Tricor 145mg 94.99 Colchicine Tricor 145mg 74.99 0.6mg 74.99 Colchicine 94.99 Abilify 5mg 0.6mg 94.99 Singulair Abilify 5mg 124.99 10mg 124.99 Singulair 10mg 104.99 Plavix 75mg 104.99 Plavix 75mg 164.99 Premarin 0.625mg 164.99 Premarin 0.625mg 99.99 Pristiq 50mg 99.99 Pristiq 50mg 179.99 Janumet 50/1000mg 179.99 Janumet 50/1000mg 104.99 Azilect 1mg 104.99 Azilect 1mg 149.99 Ranexa 500mg 149.99 Ranexa 500mg 114.99 20mg 114.99 Aciphex Aciphex 20mg 189.99 Evista 60mg 189.99 Evista 60mg 152.99 125mcg 152.99 Flovent Flovent 125mcg 92.99 500mg 92.99 Niaspan Niaspan 500mg 104.99 150mg 104.99 Boniva Boniva 150mg 110.99 200mg 110.99 Xifaxan Xifaxan 200mg 104.99 Multaq 400mg 104.99 Multaq 400mg 104.99 0.4mg 104.99 Flomax Flomax 0.4mg 67.99 ERER 1000mg 67.99 Ranexa Ranexa 1000mg 204.99 5mg 204.99 Bystolic Bystolic 5mg 59.99 40mg 59.99 Benicar Benicar 40mg 59.99 20mg 59.99 Lipitor Lipitor 20mg 104.99 30mg 104.99 Actos Actos 30mg 149.99 10/40mg 149.99 Vytorin Vytorin 10/40mg 454.99 50mcg 454.99 Nasonex Nasonex 50mcg 93.99 10mg 93.99 Aricept Aricept 10mg 436.99 8mg 436.99 Rapaflo Rapaflo 8mg 221.99 40mg 221.99 Geodon Geodon 40mg

Qty (pills) Price* 90 114.99 114.99 10090 84.99 84.99 100100 134.99 134.99 84100 33.99 33.99 90 84 26.99 90 26.99 84 70.99 84 70.99 100 129.99 100 129.99 84 179.99 84 179.99 100 254.99 100 254.99 100100 84.99 84.99 100100 69.99 69.99 100100 132.99 132.99 360360 109.99 109.99 84 84 79.99 79.99 3 3 47.99 47.99 100100 134.99 134.99 180180 564.99 564.99 90 90 44.99 44.99 100100 109.99 109.99 84 84 89.99 89.99 90 90 109.99 109.99 84 84 28.99 28.99 100100 33.99 33.99 90 90 129.99 129.99 400400 89.99 89.99 84 84 30.99 30.99 90 90 199.99 199.99 100100 109.99 109.99

All toto change without notice.

WeWe accept Visa,Visa, MasterCard, Amex, All pricing pricingininU.S. U.S.dollars dollarsand andsubject subject change without notice. accept MasterCard, Amex, Personal shown areare forfor thethe equivalent generic drugdrug if available.

PersonalCheck CheckororMoney MoneyOrder.

Order.*Prices *Prices shown equivalent generic if available.

✔ Over Over 1500 1500 Medications MedicationsAvailable Available ✔✔Price Price Match Guarantee Match Guarantee ✔ Call for for Free FreePrice PriceQuote Quote Prescriptions Required✔ CIPA ✔ CIPA Certified ✔✔Prescriptions Required Certified TollFree Free Phone Free Toll Phone TollToll Free FaxFax

1-800-267-2688 1-800-267-2688

1-800-563-3822 1-800-563-3822

Shop: www.TotalCareMart.com www.TotalCareMart.com Shop: or Call Call Now! Now!1-800-267-2688 1-800-267-2688 Mailing Address: ORDER ORDERPROCESSING PROCESSINGCENTER, CENTER, BOX 121 STN Mailing Address: POPO BOX 121 STN L L

WINNIPEGMANITOBA, MANITOBA,R3H R3H 0Z4 CANADA WINNIPEG 0Z4 CANADA

CODE:CODE: EW40EW40

www.bellevuereporter.com

January 23, 2015 [7]

We think

Brandon Macz, Bellevue Reporter

Coding Dojo students work on their computer programming language skills at the boot camp’s new headquarters at the Surrey Building in downtown Bellevue on Thursday, Jan. 15.

the best way to care for our neighbors is to be in the neighborhood.

Coding Dojo relocates to new Bellevue headquarters Boot camp prepares students for entry-level programming

coding education programs — ranging from $7,000 to $10,000, with scholarships available — that Wang said tend to fill up quickly once registration opens.

However, there’s also a competitive

BY BRANDON MACZ selection process that can take 1-2 weeks to BELLEVUE REPORTER complete before being accepted with only an average four out of every 10 applicants Coding Dojo CEO Richard Wang says will be. Wang said he doesn’t see Coding the company’s new headquarters in downDojo as competing with higher education town Bellevue will grow conservatively, in institutions, but complementing them. sync with the programming boot camp’s Getting students ready for an entry-level expansion into other national and internatech job in 12 weeks is its own challenge. tional markets.

Wang said they can spend 70-90 hours a “The need for software engineers is week learning and using code, adding he there,” said Wang, a 29-year-old boot recommends Coding Dojo’s onsite procamp graduate who learned from and was grams over online-only. recently hired on by Coding “You learn a concept and Dojo founder Michael Choi. then you build it right away,” “We’d love to be “We just have to contribute to in sync with local he said. closing the engineering gap Operating dojos in both businesses to here.” the Puget Sound region and contribute, and The company took over California’s Silicon Valley nonprofits 5,200 square feet of former — two tech sector ecosysLimeade office space — the as well.“ tems constantly battling for workforce engagement startup Richard Wang, supremacy — Wang said his outgrowing its footprint — at CEO, Coding Dojo company is choosing to base the Surrey Building on Main itself in Bellevue because of Street earlier this month and its city council’s commitment to growing plans to open up dojos in Los Angeles, the city as a hub for startup companies.

Dallas and the Philippines this year.

He noted the city’s recent partnership “When Michael Choi asked me to help with Impact Hub for a startup incubator. out,” Wang said, “it was a ‘yes’ automatiextraSlice celebrated the grand opening of cally.” its 4,000-square-foot startup facility in BelCoding Dojo offers 12-week immersive levue in early December. The IT needs of web development boot camp programs startup companies can vary greatly, Wang the company claims can catch up novices said. or keep skilled programmers up on the While Coding Dojo continues to seek coding languages — Dojo teaches three as out other tech markets in need of more core skills — they need to stand out in the skilled software engineers, Wang said he highly competitive tech sector. The comalso wants to develop partnerships with pany reports 92 percent of its “Black Belt” Bellevue businesses to find problemgraduates — those passing all proficiency solving opportunities for dojo students, all tests — find employment within 60 days of of whom are required to complete a final completing a program. Not all students are project at the end of their 12-week courses. aspiring programmers, Wang said; some “We’d love to be in sync with local busiare simply looking to add a skill. Some nesses to contribute, and nonprofits as are entrepreneurs who want to be able well,” he said. to satisfy some of their own information Brandon Macz: 425-453-4602; technology needs. bmacz@bellevuereporter.com The company offers three full stack

Three Clinics in Downtown Bellevue We think about you

Adult and family medicine and comprehensive primary care

Downtown Bellevue Clinic 400 108th Ave NE Bellevue, WA 98004 425.635.6350 OverlakeHospital.org/downtownbellevue Medical Tower Clinic 1135 116th Ave NE, Suite #110 Bellevue, WA 98004 425.289.3100 OverlakeHospital.org/bellevueclinic Bellevue Senior Health Center 1750 112th Ave NE, Suite A-101 Bellevue, WA 98004 425.688.5234

OverlakeHospital.org/seniorhealth

[8] January 23, 2015 www.bellevuereporter.com

Video game company donates $26K to help fund girls STEM camp

BY JOSH STILTS BELLEVUE REPORTER

A local video game company has partnered with a national nonprofit to encourage girls to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) opportunities.

Derrick Morton, CEO of Seattle-based FlowPlay, said it’s imperative to find girls and women interested in STEM studies and provide them the opportunity to pursue their passions.

In December, the company announced a month-long fundraiser through its series of games, including the hugely popular “OurWorld” a virtual world with 600,000 monthly players.

In the short time, the company raised $26,000, which will help fund the fourth free Girlstart summer camp in Bellevue.

“If you were looking at the gaming industry 15 years ago you’d see most players were men and boys, but since then, especially casual games, have been increasingly played by women,” Morton said. “Today’s there’s approximately a 50/50 usership, but the people making those games are still mostly men. It only makes sense to have more women involved in the video game process.”

Morton said that’s why he choose to partner with Austin-based nonprofit Girlstart, which offers free week-long camps for girls entering the fourth or fifth grade.

“Our first product was a game designed for girls ages 11-14,” Morton said. “I saw this as a great fit. Help encourage STEM careers for the girls and the audience playing the game.”

Lauren Bussiere, manager of corporate foundation and relations for Girlstart, said Morton’s donation will help reach at least 30 girls from Boys and Girls Club of Bel-

Conveniently located in the Lake Hills neighborhood of southeast Bellevue, Patriots Glen is an assisted living & memory care community promoting independence for our residents while providing compassionate and supportive care in a warm and home-like environment.

Photo courtesy of Girlstart

In this 2014 photo, a Bellevue Girlstart camper works on a computer game design.

levue this summer.

“One of the reasons we have all-girl programs, is that at a young age, these girls are being told that they’re not good at (STEM courses) and they end up dropping out,” she said. “We need to provide an environment where girls have access to female role models of STEM women, and a safe place where it’s OK to fail and try again. It’s how the scientific method works.”

In the aftermath of “Gamergate,” an outpouring of hate and animosity towards SEE FLOWPLAY, 13

St. Louise School Academic excellence in an atmosphere fostering Catholic faith and values

Educat childre ing nf the Eas rom tsi since 19 de 61

Be sure to ask about our newly remodeled memory care unit!

For more information or to schedule a personal tour, please contact us today!

(425) 373-1161 1640 148th Ave SE Bellevue, WA • 98007

Open House: Thursday, January 29, 6:30-7:30 PM Grades Pre-K through 8 133 - 156th Avenue SE Bellevue, WA 98007 www.stlouiseschool.org info@stlouiseschool.org

*Terms and Conditions Apply. Offer reflects 3rd month rent only, no additional service fees or taxes included. This promotional offer is valid only for new residents of Patriots Glen. One use per unit. Offer may not be combined with additional offers.

Rental account must remain in good standing in order to qualify for free month offer.

Must receive deposit prior to March 1st. 2015.

1231469

WWW.PATRIOTSGLEN.COM

Visitations: Schedule a classroom visit and tour the school by calling 425-746-4220

Pre-K Informational Meeting: February 11, 12 PM Open to the Public - Please RSVP to 425-746-4220

www.bellevuereporter.com

January 23, 2015 [9]

REGISTER TODAY! BELLEVUE DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION 41ST ANNUAL CELEBRATION [ THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2015 ]

Josh Stilts, Bellevue Reporter

MEYDENBAUER CENTER 5:30 P.M.

A Zumba demonstration, live music and guest speakers marked the MLK event.

MLK CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Watts said if Dr. King were still alive and saw so many different ethnicities gathered in one place, he would have smiled.

“He wanted everyone to be together no matter what race or ethnicity you are, just together, celebrating,” she said. “This is a day about giving back to the community, providing a positive message to our youth and being together. This isn’t just a day off, it’s a day of service.”

Along with a Zumba demonstration, live

music and guest speakers, dozens of community members donated their time and expertise to their neighbors offering onsite mammograms, health screenings, voter registration and other resources.

Since its inception about 15 years ago, diversity coordinator Kevin Henry said he’s yet to see a bigger turnout for the event.

“This is a catalyst for people getting together,” Henry said. “It’s a great way to pull all parts of the community together to remember Dr. King’s message to treat people with respect and dignity.”

Josh Stilts: 425-453-4290; jstilts@bellevuereporter.com

Barbershop quartets to perform Jan. 24 QCED Chorus (Quartet Champions of the Evergreen District) will host “QCED Saturday Night” at 7 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Bellevue High School Performing Arts Center.

The evening will feature

the QCED chorus as well as several renowned barbershop quartets, including reigning district champions Madison Park and internationally ranked Sweet Adeline quartet Glow.

Tickets are $20 general and $15 student/senior and available on Brown Paper Tickets (qced15.brownpapertickets.com).

Bellevue High School is located at 10416 S.E. Wolverine Way.

KEYNOTE ADDRESS Jane McGonigal, Ph.D. The Future of Gaming // Games for Good

TO REGISTER Visit bellevuedowntown.com or call (425) 453–1223

PRESENTING SPONSOR

NEWSPAPER SPONSOR

OPEN ENROLLING NOW!

CORPORATE SPONSORS

1226416

Baylis Architects / The Bellevue Collection / Clark Nuber PS Microsoft / The Spring District / Sweeney Conrad, P.S. Washington Federal

PRODUCED BY

1210858

Learn how ECS can help your child grow spiritually and academically. www.ecswa.org BDA_20358_ReporterAdPreEvent_HalfPage_2015_F1.indd 1

1/21/15 11:15 AM

[10] January 23, 2015 www.bellevuereporter.com Contact and submissions: Shaun Scott sscott@bellevuereporter.com or 425.453.5045

State tourney aspirations Interlake wrestler Albert Chen is focused on advancing to the Mat Classic

BY SHAUN SCOTT BELLEVUE REPORTER

Interlake Saints 113-pound wrestler Albert Chen relies on his quickness on the wrestling mat.

Chen, who was an alternate in the 106-pound level to the Mat Classic 3A state tournament BEYOND THE in February of 2014, is looking to advance to the state tournament at the Tacoma Dome next month for the first time during his high school career.

Chen said he doesn't like to lock up like many wrestlers in heavier weight divisions and instead looks to attack when an opportunity arises.

"The low single leg takedown is my favorite move. If my opponent leaves an opening, I just like to dive in for it," Chen said.

Pressure situations don't faze Chen

ATHLETE

Shaun Scott, Bellevue Reporter

Albert Chen has an undefeated 16-0 record on the wrestling mat this season thus far. because of his gregarious personality.

"I think I try to enjoy myself more than others do. When everyone is

screaming and yelling, I just tend to laugh things off," Chen said.

The fun-loving Chen keeps the mood at Saints practices sessions lighthearted.

"He's really laid back and is kind of a jokester," Interlake head coach David Unwin said. "He wrestles hard and he likes putting on a show on the mat."

Chen voiced his disappointment with falling short of the state tournament last season. It has stuck with him for the past 11 months.

"Last year there was a kid that just barely beat me out. He beat me because I just got tired. That pushed me to work harder this year," he said.

Recently, the Bellevue Reporter had an opportunity to ask Chen a few questions about his life away from the wrestling world.

In the Redzone

Super Bowl bound Seahawks ease pain of good friend’s death

Bellevue Reporter: What is your

Losing someone close to you is one of the most difficult things for a human being to endure.

One of my good friends, Jim Johnson, passed away due to complications from ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) on Jan. 11. He was just 36 years old.

Jim was diagnosed with the deadly disease in early October.

I’ve known Jim since 2007. He married Jacinda Soete, who is the younger sister of my best friend, Nolan Soete in July of 2007. Over the past eight years I considered Jim to be the equivalent of a brother-in-law to me.

SHAUN On Jan. 17, I attended his memorial SCOTT service at Rill Chapel in Port Orchard.

The funeral home was packed to the brim as close to 150 people were in attendance to pay their respects. I wasn’t surprised to see so many people at Jim’s service.

He exhibited an easy-going persona coupled with an ability to connect with people from a wide array of different backgrounds.

On Sunday, the Soete family hosted a “Seahawks

SEE CHEN, 12

SEE REDZONE, 11

Painful Varicose Veins and Swollen Legs?

You may have a serious medical condition called Venous Insufficiency.

USA Vein Clinics will help you

FREE

CONSULTATION THIS WEEK JAN 19-JAN 24

Our non-surgical, minimally invasive and painless endovenous procedures only take 15 minutes.

Medicare and Most Insurance Plans Accepted Trust your legs ONLY to the top specialists... at USA Vein Clinics!

425-880-9395 www.USAVeinClinics.com

23914 100th Ave SE KENT, WA 98031 10564 5th Ave NE, Ste 102 SEATTLE, WA 98125 1240 116th Ave NE BELLEVUE, WA 98004

www.bellevuereporter.com

BASEBALL FirstSwing winter workouts set

FirstSwing Foundation, a nonprofit located in the Medina/Bellevue region, is conducting a baseball/softball pre-season winter workout "Build Your Tool Box" session from 9-11:30 a.m. on Jan. 31 at Kellogg Middle School in Shoreline. The cost is $60 for the session and is limited to 40 players. For information about registration, email Phil Rognier at phrog38@hotmail.com or call him at 425-451-8276.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Bellevue crushes Juanita

A 29-point second quarter propelled the Bellevue Wolverines to a 81-51 win against the Juanita Rebels on Jan. 16 in Bellevue. The Wolverines (10-3) will face the Sammamish Totems at 6:30 p.m. today in Bellevue.

Lake Washington defeats Interlake

The Lake Washington Kangaroos defeated the Interlake Saints 60-50 on Jan. 16 in Bellevue. Interlake's Amanda Mehloff scored a team-high 15 points in the loss. Interlake (6-7) will face the Liberty Patriots at 6:30 p.m. today in Issaquah.

Cascade Christian wins matchup

In a game featuring teams with state tournament aspirations, the Cascade Christian Cougars came out on top with a 41-19 win against the Bellevue Christian Vikings on Jan. 16. Bellevue Christian (10-4) will face the Seattle Christian Warriors at 6 p.m. today in SeaTac.

BOYS BASKETBALL Wolverines overwhelm Rebels

The Bellevue Wolverines were too much for the Juanita Rebels to handle. Bellevue cruised to a 94-42 win against Juanita on Jan. 16 in Bellevue. The Wolverines (12-2) will face the Sammamish Totems at 8 p.m. today at Sammamish High School in Bellevue.

Totems conquer Bulldogs

The Sammamish Totems earned their fourth consecutive victory with an 82-50 win against the Foster Bulldogs on Jan. 17 in Bellevue. Sammamish scored 35 points in the fourth quarter of play. Sammamish will host the Bellevue Wolverines at 8 p.m. today at Sammamish High School in Bellevue.

Cougars win nail-biter over Knights

The Bothell Cougars defeated the Newport Knights 61-59 on Jan. 16 in Bothell. Newport (8-2) will face the Redmond Mustangs at 8 p.m. today in Redmond.

Did you know?

51 million hours of school are missed due to oral health issues.

Call us today. 425-644-1770 www.newcastledentistry.com

Newcastle Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Michael Lee Children’s Specialist

Modern Dentistry by Professionals Who Care

Vikings register comeback win

Inglemoor wins final four matches to complete come-from-behind victory in dual

BY SHAUN SCOTT BELLEVUE REPORTER

Things looked bleak for the Inglemoor Vikings through the first 10 matches of their dual wrestling match against the Newport Knights.

Newport built a 29-17 lead, winning six of the first 10 match-ups between the Class 4A KingCo wrestling teams.

However, Inglemoor dominated down the stretch, winning four consecutive matches in a come-frombehind 37-29 victory on Jan. 15 at Newport High School in Factoria.

Inglemoor 152-pounder Nathan Harshman sealed the win, pinning Newport's Andrew Coyle in the final match of the night setting off a raucous celebration on the Vikings' side of the mat. Inglemoor head coach Paul Schulfer wasn't worried despite his team falling behind by 12 points with just four matches remaining on the board.

"I knew we were in it because we were coming into the strength of our lineup right at the end. We were in a

Shaun Scott, Bellevue Reporter

Newport 285-pound grappler Nolan Richardson tries to escape the grasp of Inglemoor's Alex Rodriguez. Richardson pinned Rodriguez in the second round. pretty good spot," Schulfer said.

Vikings' wrestlers registering victories in the final four matches of the night were David Wang (132), Andy Pham (138), Riley Seward (145) and

REDZONE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10

gathering” to watch the NFC Championship game in Jim’s honor. Jim was an avid Seahawks fan and his favorite player was Russell Wilson. Before the game began, Nolan emerged from his vehicle with a framed photo of Jim. “Jim will be watching the game with us today,” Nolan said.

With Jim’s photo perched alongside the Soete’s gargantuan flat-screen TV, we saw the Seattle Seahawks deliver an improbable, come-from-behind 28-22 overtime victory against the Green Bay Packers. Jim wasn’t there with us in a physical sense, but he certainly was with us spiritually and emotionally for arguably the greatest comeback victory in Seahawks history. It is something I will never forget.

The following is a passage I wrote on Jim’s tribute wall on his online obituary: “When I think of Jim, I immediately think of the Soete family gatherings. We always had such a great time! Countless Seahawks get togethers, BBQs, birthday parties, Christmas parties and poker nights. The memories from those events will live on forever and never be forgotten. Jim was one of the most welcoming individuals I have ever encountered and was the kind of person

Affordable Wills Simple Will.............................................................. $300.00 Trust Will for minor children ...........................$350.00 Community Prop. Agreement ........................ $200.00 Durable Power of Attorney ..............................$150.00 Directive to Physician .......................................$75.00 Mention this ad for package discount.

Harshman (152). Pham and Harshman won with pins and Seward and Wang won by decision. Inglemoor has SEE COMEBACK, 12

everyone liked. He always put others before himself and was the epitome of a family man. Jim’s spirit will live on forever. No one is gone as long as someone remembers them. RIP my brother.”

We’ve Got You Covered

Reach 2.7 Million Readers Choose a Region or Go Statewide One Call One Payment

Call this Newspaper for Details

BELLEVUE

425-453-4270

REPORTER

.com

What’s happening in the world of sports

Welcome Dr. Meng Lu! Northwest Eye Surgeons is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Meng Lu to our professional team, as a specialist in glaucoma consultations and surgery.

Dr. Lu received her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas. She completed her ophthalmology residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey. She completed a glaucoma fellowship at the John A. Moran Eye Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dr. Lu practices in our Seattle and Renton offices, and is accepting patients by referral.

MOGREN, GLESSNER, ROTI & AHRENS P.S. Attorneys at Law 15 So. Grady Way, 100 Evergreen Building, Renton, WA 98057

(425) 255-4542 • www.mgrlaw.com

1209196

Sports Roundup

January 23, 2015 [11]

1412 SW 43rd St, Suite 310, Renton, WA 98057

425-235-1200

www.nweyes.com

1206552

[12] January 23, 2015 www.bellevuereporter.com

Sound Transit gets $1.33B East Link loan

Traffic signals are coming to the intersection of Lakemont Boulevard and Southeast 63rd Street/Cougar Mountain Way, and the intersection of Lakemont Boulevard and Southeast 62nd Street.

The work will improve traffic flow, intersection safety and access, city officials say, by replacing stop signs with a new traffic signal. In addition, the contractor will add curb ramps that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act standards, along with irrigation and landscaping improvements.

Construction hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists should expect traffic delays and exercise caution when driving through a construction zone. The traffic signal is expected to be operating by August.

Science/technology program returns

The popular Environmental Science & Technology Practicum program, for students in grades 9-12, returns at the Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center in Bellevue. The nine-week program begins Jan. 31; registration is now open.

The practicum provides high school students with an opportunity to gain hands-on field and laboratory experience in a state-of-the-art wet lab while exploring career possibilities first-hand with science professionals in the field.

Sessions are held on Saturday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and run through April 4 (no session on Feb. 21).

The session fee is $390. Scholarships are available for the winter session. For a scholarship application, students should email WetLabAcademy@pacsci.org.

To register for the practicum, call 206-443-2925.

895

Delivered every

495

$

Direct Burial Bellevue 425.641.6100 Federal Way 253.874.9000 Online arrangements available

CascadeMemorial.com

1207730

$

Friday!

To advertise please call

FL3136

Simple Cremation

Reach your best prospects with the Bellevue Reporter

425-453-4270

...obituaries Richard Paul Jasper Jr.

October 2, 1950 - January 11, 2015

R. Paul Jasper Jr. of Troutdale, OR passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2015.

Born in Bellingham and raised in Bellevue WA, he enlisted during the Vietnam War. After serving in the Army he began his 40 year career which included Greyhound Bus Line, Academy Bus, Modern Rental Equipment, and FGA Transit.

Paul will be missed by his wife Elaine, large extended family and many friends and colleagues.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Martha Alger Jasper memorial Scholarship fund at the NW Kidney Center.

An Honors Ceremony will be held at Willamette National Cemetery February 6, 2015 at 2:30 pm, Celebration of life will follow at the Hilton Garden Inn, Portland Airport from 3:306:30 pm.

1229445

Place a paid obituary to honor those who have passed away, call Linda at 253.234.3506 paidobits@reporternewspapers.com

VFW post adds VA benefits officer

All veterans can now get a comprehensive description of all veterans benefits available to them and get professional help with working through the Veterans Administration bureaucracy.

The Redmond Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2995 now has an accredited VA benefits service officer on site from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday through Friday for consultation on a drop-in basis.

The Redmond Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2995 is located at 4330 148th Ave. N.E., Redmond. It also is the home to American Legion Posts 99, 161, and 239.

School bands to feature swing music

The 2nd Annual Bellevue High School Swing Dance will be held from 7-10 p.m. Saturday Jan. 31, in the commons area of the school.

The community event will feature a dance lesson at 7 p.m. followed by live music from the 1930s and ‘40s performed by Bellevue High School and Chinook Middle School bands. Members of Bellevue High School’s choir also will perform. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students/seniors or $20 for the whole family.

Light refreshments will be served and proceeds will benefit the Chinook Middle School and Bellevue High School band programs.

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10

biggest pet peeve?

Albert Chen: Not getting to eat as much as I would like to during wrestling season. Not bringing snacks to school is big for me.

BR: What is your favorite movie of all time?

AC: I'm a Marvel fan so either "The Avengers" or "Guardians of the Galaxy."

BR: What is something unique about you that nobody would know?

AC: I'm a pretty open person. I tell everyone everything. I don't know if there is something people wouldn't know about me.

BR: What is your favorite restaurant in Bellevue?

AC: The Palace Korean BBQ near Crossroads. They have an unlimited amount of good food. I like going there after tournaments.

BR: What is your favorite hobby away from wrestling?

AC: Eating.

BR: What is your dream vacation destination?

AC: Australia. I did some research on it and it looks like an amazing place.

BR: How many text messages do send per day?

AC: Currently zero. I don't have a cell phone right now. I use Facebook.

Shaun Scott: 425-453-5045; sscott@bellevuereporter.com

Planning Commission has vacancy

The Newcastle City Council is seeking applicants for the Planning Commission position No. 5, an unexpired term from Feb.18 through July 31, 2017.

Interested parties should submit application materials (available on the city homepage, www.ci.newcastle.wa.us) to the City Clerk’s office by 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30. For more information interested persons may call the City Clerk at 425-6494444, ext. 102, or send an email to saram@ci.newcastle.wa.us.

Toastmasters club to host open house

Eastgate Expounders, Toastmasters club in the Eastgate area, will hold a series of open houses in January and February. Toastmasters is a public speaking club.

The events will be held from 12:05-1:05 p.m. every Tuesday. Most of the open houses will be held at the offices of Exponent, 15375 S.E. 30th Place, Suite 250, Bellevue. The Jan. 27 open house will be held at the Washington State Department of Ecology, 3190 160th Ave. S.E., Bellevue.

To sign up to attend an upcoming meeting and/or an open house event go to www.meetup.com/Eastgate-Expounders-Toastmasters-Group.

COMEBACK CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

two regular season dual matches left on their schedule and is fine tuning its skills in preparation for post-season tournaments.

“The biggest thing at this point is just trying to keep everyone healthy. We’re doing really well and that’s always exciting,” Schulfer said.

Newport head coach Michael Chenoweth was optimistic despite the loss to the Vikings.

“I knew they had some studs right there in the middle (132 through 152) and knew we had a good chance going into that stretch. Our team wrestled really well tonight and that’s what we’re looking for right now. We still have got a lot of wrestling to go,” Chenoweth said. “It’s just nice for us to come out and compete with a pretty tough Inglemoor team. It’s a good boost for us.”

Newport wrestlers earning victories against Inglemoor with pins were Nick Lounsbery (170), Logan Anderson (195) and Nolan Richardson (285). Humza Talat (160) and David Zobel (113) won by decision and Diego Dwyer (126) won by technical fall.

Reach your best prospects with the Bellevue Reporter red Delive every !

Friday

To advertise please call

425-453-4270

BELLEVUEREPORTER

.com

Lakemont to get new traffic signals

CHEN

FL3711

What’s happening in Bellevue and elsewhere

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Jan. 16 its approval of a $1.33 billion loan to Sound Transit for its East Link extension from Seattle to Redmond.

DOT is also contributing $74.7 million in Federal Transit Administration funds and $14 million in Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recover V grant funding toward the $4 billion East Link project.

FREE! AVAILABLE

DELIVERY TUBES

UE The Bellevue Reporter is published LEV BEL R E every Friday and delivery tubes are T REPOR available FREE to our readers who live in our distribution area.

The tube can be provided to you to install at your convenience next to your mailbox receptacle or at the end of your driveway.

.com

Around Town

Pick up your FREE tube at our Bellevue office, located at 2700 Richards Road, Suite 201, Bellevue, WA 98005 during regular business hours. (Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

2700 Richards Road, Suite 201, Bellevue, WA 98005 • 425.453.4270 • www.bellevuereporter.com

www.bellevuereporter.com CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Newport Season of the Arts will present “Celtic Night,” an evening of Irish music featuring worldrenowned uilleann piper Eliot Grasso, guitarist Dan Carollo, and fiddle player Susan Burke. The evening also will feature lively Irish step-dance performances by the Tara Academy of Irish Dance.

The event will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24.

Newport Season of the Arts is a creative arts ministry program presented by Newport Covenant Church. It offers a 10-month season that encompasses a program of theatrical works, new music, jazz, classical music, musical theater, children’s theater, and more. This program is designed to encourage community involvement.

"Newport Season of the Arts strives to bring a wide range of family-oriented arts activities to the Eastside," said event organizer and Pastor Tom Frodsham. "This event is an outstanding example of that, with an international flavor and performances everyone can enjoy."

The show is appropriate for the entire family and the public is invited to attend the taste of Irish culture on the Eastside. The performance is offered at no charge and there will be festival seating. A pay-as-you-may passing of the hat will help to support programming.

For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/793050837403347/ or contact Frodsham at 425-747-0515, ext. 104.

The church is located at 12800 S.E. Coal Creek Parkway, Bellevue.

PNW

about being a hacker with ties to the “Anonymous” collective. He also told authorities Farrell has an “astonishing” drug habit, and receives packages in the mail frequently.

Homeland Security collected more than 100 Xanax pills from the roommate the following day, which had been in a package he allegedly intercepted from Farrell once it was delivered to their home.

According to the complaint filed in U.S. District Court, a search warrant was served at Farrell’s home in early January, where agents seized computer equipment, various

FLOWPLAY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8

women in the video game industry by a small, loud group of men, Morton and Bussiere agreed it’s more important than ever to have women involved in all STEM careers.

Morton said the small group fueling the hate behind “Gamergate” won’t prevent women and young girls from working in the video game industry if he has anything to do with it as he hopes to continue to create opportunities for them.

“We know we’d make a better product with women working here,” he said. “There’s just not enough qualified candidates out there yet.”

Once there is, he said, they’ll have the chance to start a lucrative career. Beginning engineers at FlowPlay currently make $80,000 out of college, he added.

General Financial

Announcements

click! www.nw-ads.com email! classified@ soundpublishing.com call toll free! 1.888.399.3999 or 1.800.388.2527

agr.wa.gov/inspection/WeightsMeasures/Firewoodinformation.aspx

Refinishing Can Cost Less-Take Less Time Than to tear out the wall and put in a new valve

Brandon Macz: 425-453-4602; bmacz@bellevuereporter.com

“If you have a product that you expect women to play, having women involved in its creation just makes sense,” Morton said. “Men can only imagine how a female may respond to a game, women don’t have to imagine it, they can just tell you.”

Bussiere agreed adding it doesn’t stop there.

“In all STEM fields, such as video game design, the more diversity, not just male and female, but the overall greater diversity of ideas, opens up doors that would never be opened if you have a homogenous group of individuals,” she said.

The camp is currently slated for July 27 through 31 at the Boys and Girls Club of Bellevue.

For more information about the camp, contact the Boys and Girls Club of Bellevue at 425-454-6162.

What do you want Refinished?

We can refinish it!

OLD & ELEGANT DISTRIBUTING 10203 Main St Ln, Bellevue

Josh Stilts: 425-453-4290; jstilts@bellevuereporter.com

Cemetery Plots

Adver tise your product or service nationwide or by region in over 7 million households in North America’s best suburbs!

Place your classified ad in over 570 suburban FREE Medicare Quotes! newspapers just like this Get Covered and Save! one. Call Classified Ave- ACACIA Memorial Park, Explore Top Medicare nue at 888-486-2466 “Birch Garden”, (2) adjaSupplement Insurance cent cemetery plots, #3 P l a n s F o r Fr e e ! I t ’s & #4. Selling $3,000 Reach the readers Open Enrollment, So each or $5,500 both. the dailies miss. Call Call Now! 877-243-4705 T h ey w i l l c h a r g e yo u 800-388-2527 today $5,000 each. Located in The opportunity to Shoreline / N. Seattle. make a difference is to place your ad in Call or email Emmons the Classifieds. right in front of you.

Johnson, 206-794-2199, Recycle this paper. eaj3000@msn.com Eastern Wa. Real Estate for Sale Firewood, Fuel Lots/Acreage Lots & Acreage BEAUTIFUL LOCATION & Stoves G E T C A S H N OW fo r 1 Plot for sale. Value TONASKET your Annuity or StrucTheir Loss, Your Gain! $5000. Asking $3,000.

20 FLAT ACRES. Tired NOTICE tured Settlement. Top of paying utility bills?

60 Rolling Acres Dollars Paid. Fast, No Washington State law Mature floral landscape Water, sewer, garbage Bordering Elk Reserve Hassle Ser vice! 877- requires wood sellers to with fountain. Peaceful and electricity getting too Close to Naches, WA 693-0934 (M-F9:35am- provide an invoice (re- location in “Garden of expensive? Own your c e i p t ) t h a t s h ow s t h e Flowers”. Desirable Bon$45,900 7pm ET) own Off-The-Grid Power s e l l e r ’s a n d b u y e r ’s ney Watson, Sea Tac, $500 Down Guaranteed Income For name and address and n e a r A i r p o r t . P l e a s e Solar panel, well, septic $497 Month Your Retirement.

Avoid all installed. 2 BR, 2 BA, the date delivered. The leave message, I will remarket risk & get guar- invoice should also state turn your call 206-734fenced. 24’x56’ dbl wide anteed income in retire- the price, the quantity 9079. mobile. Plumbed to proFrontier ment! CALL for FREE delivered and the quanpane. 15 min to Tonasket $35,000 (cash) 509-468-0483 copy of our SAFE MON- tity upon which the price Electronics 206.619.9674. frontiernorthwest.com EY GUIDE Plus Annuity is based. There should Q u o t e s f r o m A - R a t e d be a statement on the DirectTV - 2 Year SavReach the readers c o m p a n i e s ! 8 0 0 - 6 6 9 - type and quality of the ings Event! Over 140 Need extra cash? Place 5471 the dailies miss. Call wood. channels only $29.99 a your classified ad today!

800-388-2527 today P R O B L E M S w i t h t h e When you buy firewood month. Only DirecTV Call 1-800-388-2527 or I R S o r S t a t e Ta xe s ? write the seller’s phone gives you 2 YEARS of to place your ad in Go online 24 hours a day Settle for a fraction of number and the license savings and a FREE Gethe Classifieds. www.SoundClassifieds.com. w h a t yo u ow e !

Fr e e plate number of the de- nie upgrade! Call 1-800279-3018 face to face consulta- livery vehicle. tions with offices in your The legal measure for • Furnished Loft & area. Call 855-970-2032 firewood in Washington Find your perfect pet Studio Apartments is the cord or a fraction the Classifieds.

Sell your structured set- of a cord. Estimate a in www.SoundClassifieds.com • Month to Month tlement or annuity pay- c o r d by v i s u a l i z i n g a Lease ments for CASH NOW. four-foot by eight-foot DISH TV Retailer. StartYou don’t have to wait space filled with wood to ing at $19.99/month (for • All Utilities Included for your future payments a h e i g h t o f fo u r fe e t . 12 mos.) & High Speed any longer! Call 1-800- Most long bed pickup I n t e r n e t s t a r t i n g a t • Free Parking 283-3601 tr ucks have beds that $ 1 4 . 9 5 / m o n t h ( w h e r e Centrally located in the S O C I A L S E C U R I T Y are close to the four-foot available.) SAVE! Ask About SAME DAY InstalHeart of Bellevue DISABILITY BENEFITS. by 8-foot dimension.

Unable to work? Denied To m a k e a f i r e w o o d lation! CALL Now! 800$1495 to $1795 a month benefits?

W e C a n complaint, call 360-902- 278-1401 Help! WIN or Pay Noth- 1857.

Get CABLE TV, Internet agr.wa.gov/inspection/ ing! Contact Bill Gordon & Phone with FREE HD 425-688-8001 WeightsMeasures/Fire & Associates at 1-800Equipment and install for woodinformation.aspx 706-8742 to star t your under $3 a day! Call www.pacific-inn.com application today!

Now! 855-752-8550

MarketPlace!

FREE GOLD IRA KIT. With the demise of the dollar now is the time to invest in gold. AAA Rated! For free consultation: 1-866-683-5664

prescription drugs, paraphernalia, $3,900 in silver bullion bars and $35,000 in cash.

The Bellevue man reportedly told agents he acted as support manager to Silk Road 2.0 operator Blake “Defcon” Benthall, who was arrested in San Francisco in November. Farrell went by “DoctorClu,” according to the complaint, and reported making $750 a week at the start and then $1,750 later on. The U.S. Attorney’s Office reports Silk Road 2.0 was generating sales of at least $8 million each month, as of September, and had about 150,000 users.

“You’re not going to find much of a bigger fish than me,” Farrell reportedly told agents during questioning about other SR 2 staff.

425-455-4660 Call for directions

oldandelegant.com

Electronics

Mail Order

Get The Big Deal from DirecTV! Act Now$ 1 9 . 9 9 / m o. Fr e e 3 Months of HBO, starz, S H OW T I M E & C I N E MAX. FREE GENIE HD/DVR Upgrade! 2014 NFL Sunday Ticket Included with Select Packages. New Customers Only IV Suppor t Holdings LLC- An authorized DirecTV Dealer. Some exclusions apply - Call for details 1-800-8974169 *REDUCE YOUR Cable Bill! * Get a 4-Room AllDigital Satellite system installed for FREE andprogramming starting at $19.99/mo. FREE HD/ DVR upgrade for new callers, SO CALL NOW 877-329-9040

Got Knee Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain?

Get a pain-relieving brace -little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 800-900-5406 Medical Guardian - Toprated medical alarm and 24/7 medical alert monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more - only $29.95 per month. 800-6172809

Find your perfect pet in the Classifieds. www.SoundClassifieds.com

VIAGRA - Pfizer brand! Lowest Price from USA Pharmacies. No doctor Free Items visit needed! Discreet Recycler Home Delivery.

FREE Seattle Mariners Call 855-684-5241 tickets!! 425.210.4084 Mail Order

Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to yo u r s t a i r s ! * * L i m i t e d time $250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-304-4489 for F R E E DV D a n d b r o chure.

Canada Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications.

Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90% on all your medication needs. Call today 1-800-418-8975, or $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping.

V I AG R A a n d C I A L I S USERS! 50 Pills SPECIAL - $99.00. FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. CALL NOW! 855409-4132

1228608

Newport Season of Arts to present 'Celtic Night'

SILK ROAD

January 23, 2015 [13]

Miscellaneous

All Things Basementy!

Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control F R E E E S T I M AT E S !

Call 1-800-998-5574 KILL SCORPIONS! Buy Harris Scorpion Spray.

Indoor/Outdoor, Odorless, Non-Staining. Effective results begin after spray dries.

Ava i l a bl e : T h e H o m e Depot, Homedepot.com, ACE Hardware P r o t e c t Yo u r H o m e ADT Authorized Dealer: B u r g l a r y, F i r e , a n d Emergency Aler ts 24 hours a day, 7 days a w e e k ! C A L L TO DAY, INSTALLED TOMORRO W! 888-858-9457 (MF 9am-9pm ET)

Miscellaneous

Super Bowl Home Rental in Phoenix AZ!!

Minutes to downtown, 15 minutes to stadium Newly remodeled 50’s home is stunning and ready for Super Bowl.

3 BR, 2 BA sleeps 6-8 c o m f o r t a b l y. T h i s home sits on 1/4 Acre with pool, BBQ, chef’s kitchen and huge outdoor patio. Guest wifi, 2 iMacs at your disposal to find local restaurants, excursions, or events. Living room 7 2 ” 3 D H D T V, A p pleTV, Wii, PS3, 5.1 surround. Master BD 55” HDTV, AppleTV, 5.1 surround, stunning wa l k - i n s h owe r. 3 7 ” HDTV, AppleTV. Office/3rd BD HDTB. Patio - 47” HDTV, AppleTV. $2,500 per night, 3 night minimum.

Please call Jimmy or Micheal at

602.625.1322

https://www.facebook. com/pages/5th-Street/ 905438296153612 https://www.facebook.com/pages/5th-Street/905438296153612

\

Go Hawks!

Find your perfect pet in the Classifieds. www.SoundClassifieds.com Wanted/Trade

CASH PAID For: Record LPs, 45s, Reel to Reel Tapes, CDs, Old Magazines/ Movies, VHS Ta p e s . C a l l T O D AY !

206-499-5307

[14] January 23, 2015 Dogs

AKC CHOCOLATE Lab Puppies. 4 males, 4 females. Date of bir th 11/13/14. English style with blocky heads. Mother’s side: NFC/AFC. Sire side: pointing lab with multiple master hunter background. Great hunters, family memb e r s. G r e a t t e m p e ra ment and love of water.

Blacks available also.

References with more pics available. $800 limited registration. sassygirlkennels.com dljedi1973@yahoo.com 360-827-2928, 360-304-2088

www.bellevuereporter.com Dogs

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

Reputable Oregon Kennel. Unique colors, Long and Short Haired. Health Guaranteed. UTD Vaccinations/ wormings, litter box trained, socialized.

Video, pictures, information/ virtual tour: www.chi-pup.net References happily supplied! Easy I-5 access.

Drain, Oregon. Vic and Mary Kasser, 541-4595951

AKC POMERANIANS: 1 gorgeous, little black male pup, White markings, 3 months old, $400. 1 adult Parti Pom, male, $400. All shots & wor med. So adorable, parents on site. Perfect f o r Va l e n t i n e ’s D a y !

More puppies coming soon!! 253-886-4836

AKC Standard Poodle Male Puppies. Ready N ow fo r t h e i r fo r eve r homes. Red & appricot.

Healthy & well socialized. Proud, graceful, noble, good-natured, enj oya bl e a n d c h e e r f u l .

This highly intelligent dog is one of the most trainable breeds. Micro chipped, crate trained & housebroken. Parents are health tested. $900. www.ourpoeticpoodles.com or call 509-582-6027 DACHSHUND PUPPIES Mini, 10 week old male, red, brindle $400. Male red br indle 8 months $ 1 5 0 . Fa m i l y r a i s e d , Shots. 253-653-8346.

Find your perfect pet in the Classifieds. www.SoundClassifieds.com

Find your perfect pet in the Classifieds.

Employment General

AKC DOBERMAN puppies. Red & rust. Born January 2nd, 2015. Up to date on shots. Health guarantee. Parents on site. Raised in family setting. (6) males, (3) females. Starting at $900. GREAT DANE puppies.

Cash or trade only. 253- Only 4 left. 2 Harlequin $475 ea. 2 Mantle $400 315-0475 ea. Wonderful dispositions! Breed is known for being strong yet elegant, with a friendly, energetic personality. Phenomenal family dog. Photos emailed upon request.

Call 253-223-4315. Tacoma area.

SchraderhausK9.com

Driver Job Fair Hampton Inn 31720 Gateway Center Boulevard S. Federal Way. Mon 1/26 & Tues 1/27 10am-5pm and Wed 1/27 8am-noon. Call Wendy for an appt at 816-721-6992, Walk ins welcome. Next Day Pay, No forced disp.

CDL req , 2 yrs exp req truckmovers.com

www.SoundClassifieds.com

GOLDEN DOODLE puppies. Wonderful with children. Non shedding males & females. Highly intelligent! Cute!! Parents & grand parents on site.

Wor med & shots. Not just a pet, but one of the family! $1,000. Call Chris 360-652-7148.

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD pups.

Ready to Go. We have East German, Czech & West German working lines. Beautiful bicolors, s o l i d bl a ck s & bl a ck s a b l e s . M a l e s & Fe males. $1,700/$2,000.

Home companion, SAR, Spor t & family protection, Ser vice/Therapy dogs. We match your puppy to your specific needs. 253-843-1123 or

Employment Transportation/Drivers

R AT T E R R I E R P U P S $450 (+). Unbelievably cute, loving little babies with plenty of “Ratitude”.

We h ave c h o c o l a t e s, black and tans and brindles and they’re all toys.

Tails docked and dewclaws removes and by the time they go home t h ey ’ l l h ave h a d t w o shots and been wormed several times. Ready for new homes. 360-2739325. Rochester.

Whether you’re buying or selling, the Classifieds has it all. From automobiles and employment to real estate and household goods, you’ll find everything you need 24 hours a day at

www.SoundClassifieds.com

Schools & Training

AIRLINE CAREERS Start Here – Get hands on training as FAA certified Technician fixing jets. Financial aid if qualified. Call for free information Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1877-818-0783 www.FixJets.com You can be career-ready in as little as 3 months for a rewarding new career in the growing healthcare, technology, or administration industries. The U.S. Department of Labor expects millions of new jobs in these fields! Get started today: CareerStep.com/startnow

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.

As a reporter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to: use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover ; post on the publication’s web site; blog and use Twitter on the web; layout pages, using InDesign; shoot and edit videos for the web .

The most highly valued traits are: commitment to community jour nalism a n d ev e r y t h i n g f r o m short, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community; to be inquisitive and resourceful in the coverage of assigned beats; to be comfor table producing five bylined stories a week; the ability to write stories that are tight and to the point; to be a motivated self-starter; to be able to establish a rapport with the community.

Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively in a deadlinedr iven environment.

Minimum of one year of previous newspaper experience is required.

Position also requires use of personal vehicle, possession of valid WA State Driver’s License and proof of active vehicle insurance.

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.

Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com hreast@soundpublishing.com

www.nw-ads.com

Employment General

Employment General

Employment General

Employment General

Employment General

Multi-Media Advertising Consultant ISSAQUAH

Multi-Media Advertising Consultant SEATTLE Be a part of the largest community news organization in Washingt o n ! D o yo u h ave a proven track record of success in sales and enjoy managing your own territory? Are you competitive and thrive in an energetic environment?

Do you desire to work in an environment which offers uncapped earning opportunities? Are you interested in a fast paced, creative atmosphere where you can use your sales expertise to provide consultative print and digital solutions? If you answered YES to the above, then we are looking for you!

Seattle Weekly, one of Seattle’s most respected publications and a division of Sound Publishing, Inc. is looking for self-motivated, resultsdriven people interested in a multi-media sales career. This position will be responsible for print and digital adver tising sales to an eclectic and exciting group of clients.

As par t of our sales team you are expected to maintain and grow existing client relationships, as well as develop new client relationships.

The successful candidate will also be goal oriented, have organizational skills that enable you to manage multiple deadlines, provide great consultative sales and excellent customer service. This position rec e i ve s a b a s e s a l a r y plus commission; and a benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and 401K. Position requires use of your personal cell phone and vehicle, possession o f va l i d WA S t a t e D r i ve r ’s L i c e n s e a n d proof of active vehicle insurance. Sales experience necessary; Media experience is a definite asset. Must be computer-proficient. If you have these skills, and enjoy playing a pro-active part in impacting your local bu s i n e s s e s ’ f i n a n c i a l success with advertising solutions, please email your resume and cover letter to: hreast@sound publishing.com ATTN: SEA. Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employee (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the wor kplace.

Visit our website to learn more about us! www.soundpublishing.com

CIRCULATION MANAGER Redmond/ Bothell/Kenmore

CALENDAR ASSISTANT Seattle Weekly

Do you have a proven track record of success in sales and enjoy managing your own territory?

Are you competitive and thrive in an energetic environment? Do you desire to work for a company that offers uncapped earning oppor tunities?

Are you interested in a fast paced, creative atm o s p h e r e w h e r e yo u can use your sales expertise to provide consultative print and digital solutions?

I f yo u a n swe r e d Y E S then you need to join the largest community news organization in Washington. The Issaquah Rep o r t e r, o n e o f t h e Eastside’s most respected publications and a division of Sound Publishing, Inc. is looking for self-motivated, resultsdriven people interested in a multi-media sales career. This position will be responsible for print and digital adver tising sales to an eclectic and exciting group of clients.

The successful candidate will be engaging and goal oriented, with good organizational skills and will have the ability to grow and maintain strong business relationships through consultative sales and excellent customer service. Every day will be a new adventure! You can be an integral part of the Issaquah/Sammamish communities while helping local business partners succeed in their in print or online branding, marketing and advertising strategies. Whether their marketing footprints are in Issaquah/Sammamish, all around the Eastside, King County or Western Washington you have the opportunity to help them with their success. Professional sales experience necessary; media experience is a definite asset but not mandatory. If you have these skills, and enjoy playing a pro-active part in helping your clients achieve business success, please email your resume and cover letter to: hreast@sound publishing.com ATTN: ISS. Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employee (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the wor kplace.

Visit our website to learn more about us! www.soundpublishing.com

ART DIRECTOR Seattle Weekly, one of Seattle’s most respected publications and a division of Sound Publishing, Inc. has an immediate opening for an experienced editorial art director. The art director is responsible for the overall design quality and integrity of the publication. He/she must be able to conceptualize and produce moder n, sophisticated, and vibrant design for covers, features, and editorial pages. This individual must be an exceptionally creative designer who has experience commissioning high-quality photography and illustration, negotiating fees, clearing rights and managing a budget. The art director will work with and manage other designers in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment so will need the ability to balance strong leadership with strong collaboration in order to thrive in a team environment. Applicants must have a superior understanding of typography and expertlevel skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat. Editorial design exper ience is a plus.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to juggle several projects at once.

Knowledge of PDF and postscript technology is beneficial. Other talents such as illustration or p h o t o g r a p hy a r e d e sirable, but not required.

Sound Publishing offers competitive salaries and benefits including healthcare, 401K, paid holidays, vacation and sick t i m e. Q u a l i f i e d a p p l i cants should send a resume, cover letter, and a few s a m p l e s o f yo u r work to: hreast@sound publishing.com Be sure to note ATTN: HR/ADSEA in your subject line.

hreast@soundpublishing.com

Find your perfect pet in the Classifieds.

hreast@soundpublishing.com

hreast@soundpublishing.com

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.

hreast@soundpublishing.com

Seattle Weekly, one of Seattle’s most respected publications and a division of Sound Publishing, Inc. has an immediate opening for a calendar assistant. This is a Part-Time position, working approximately 16 hours over 3 days per week. The calendar assistant will assist both the arts and music editors in the creation and upkeep of Seattle Weekly’s extensive events listings. He/she must be detail oriented, able to comb press releases and online calendars and manually transcribe mind-numbing information with great accuracy a n d g u s t o. A p r o ve n ability to write succinct, lively copy is a must, as is a working knowledge of most art forms and familiarity with Seattle’s arts and music scenes, from the high-art institutions to the thriving underground. Obsessive knowledge about one or two particular disciplines (Appalachian folk songs and Kabuki, say) is not required, but is definitely a plus. If you have trouble meeting deadlines, don’t apply. Applicants mu s t h ave a wo r k i n g knowledge of Microsoft Office. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to juggle several projects at once.

Qualified applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and a few samples of your writing to: hreast@sound publishing.com Be sure to note ATTN: HR/CASEA in your subject line.

Sound Publishing, Inc. is an Equal Oppor tunity E m p l oye r ( E O E ) a n d strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

Visit our website at: www.soundpublishing.com to find out more about us! hreast@soundpublishing.com

Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the wor kplace.

Sound Publishing, Inc. is Check out our website to an Equal Oppor tunity find out more about us!

The Northwest’s largest E m p l oye r ( E O E ) a n d www.soundpublishing.com strongly supports diverclassified network in Need extra cash? Place sity in the workplace. print and online. Go Visit our website at: your classified ad today! to nw-ads.com find www.soundpublishing.com Call 1-800-388-2527 or to find out more Go online 24 hours a day what you need or to about us! www.SoundClassifieds.com.

place an ad.

www.SoundClassifieds.com

CARRIER ROUTES AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA Call Today 1-253-872-6610 Carriers Wanted: The Bellevue Reporter is seeking independent contract delivery drivers to deliver the Bellevue Repor ter one day per week. A reliable, insured vehicle and a current WA drivers license is required. These are independent contract delivery routes. Please call (253) 872-6610. or email circulation@bellevuereporter.com

circulation@bellevuereporter.com

Salon Professionals for Senior Living Interviewing hair stylists for our upscale retirement community in Redmond, WA. Experienced candidates should have a s t r o n g b a ck g r o u n d with roller-sets, permanents & color, as well as a s t r o n g a p t i t u d e fo r modern hair styles and highlighting.

Email resume to jobs@elansalongroup.com or call Linda, (855) 405-7711, ext 2114

Reach the readers the dailies miss. Call 800-388-2527 today to place your ad in the Classifieds.

Add a photo to your ad online and in print for just one low price

nw-ads.com or 800-388-2527

www.nw-ads.com Marine Power

AVON- Ear n extra income with a new career!

Sell from home, work,, online. $15 startup. For infor mation call:Â 888423-1792(M-F 9-7 & Sat 9-1 Central)

16’ GLASTRON Ski Boat. Has cover, trailer, 90 horse Evinrude saltwater outboard. Never in saltwater. Oil injected.

New swivel bucket seats. Walk through center console, batter y charger. Some safety e q u i p m e n t , a n c h o r.

Ava i l a bl e t o v i ew o n Mercer Island. $5,999.

320-290-8211.

S e l l E n e r g y, T R AV E L USA, full / par t time, great retirement job, car provided , ages 18 to 1 0 0 a p p l y. C o n s u m e r o n l y s ave $ a n d yo u make $ , win/win www.needajob1.com 1-812-841-1293

Automobiles Acura

Employment Sales & Retail

SALES ASSOCIATE/ DRIVER RODDA PAINT $11-15/hr, DOE. Apply at 1600 NW Mall St., Issaquah, or 1900 132nd Ave. NE, Bellevue.

M-F: 7-6, Sat: 8-4.

EOE. Garage/Moving Sales Kitsap County

Bellevue MOVING SALE, Friday & Saturday 9am-3pm.

Furniture, some tools, bike accesories & much more. No Junk!

520 129th Ave SE, 1 block from Kelsey Creek Park.

Whether you’re buying or selling, the ClassiďŹ eds has it all. From automobiles and employment to real estate and household goods, you’ll ďŹ nd everything you need 24 hours a day at

www.SoundClassifieds.com

January 23, 2015 [15]

www.bellevuereporter.com

Business Opportunities

28’ BAYLINER Project Boat $3750 obo. Stong hull. 12’ beam. Includes (2) Merc 170 motors + extra guages/wiring harness, Mercury outdrives.

Interior intact. Fuel tank good. Nice cruiser when finished. I simply need to move it. Call or text for more info 360-742-8252

Automobiles Others

AU TO I N S U R A N C E S TA R T I N G AT $ 2 5 / MONTH! Call 877-9299397 Motorhomes

2007 ACURA RDX Tech only 88,000 miles. Sleek gray w/ black leather int.

Extremely comfor table commuter or long driver!

M o d e r n fe a t u r e s a r e hands-free Bluetooth capable, rear backup camera, GPS, 6 disc CD player, 10 speaker surround sound, power heated seats, & moon roof. Excellent! $14,800 (original $37,165). Call MOTORHOME wanted.

Fred before it’s gone Ca$h Paid! I’ll consider 360-376-3122. Orcas Isl. all sizes / types including travel trailers. Please call Paul or Mar y Ann Automobiles 360-633-3113.

Honda Vehicles Wanted

Auto Events/ Auctions

BIG D TOWING Abandoned Vehicle Auction Tuesday 01/27/15 @ 11AM. 1 Vehicle.

Preview 10-11am.

1540 Leary Way NW, Seattle 98107 BIG D TOWING Abandoned Vehicle Auction Wednesday 01/28/15 @ 11AM. 2 Vehicles.

Preview 10-11am.

1540 Leary Way NW, Seattle 98107

ET TOWING AUCTION

3400 16th Ave West, Seattle 206-622-1111 January 29th, 2015 at 12 Noon Viewing 9am - 10am

1996 HONDA ACCORD Burgandy. 5 speed. Custom Sony CD stereo!

198,000 mi. Zero miles on new timing belt, balance belt, water pump & va l ve s a d j u s t e d . AC, CC, power mirrors and doors. An excellent interior. Very good cond. $3500. 360-893-8018.

Auto Service/Parts/ Accessories

Cash JUNK CARS & TRUCKS

$ TOP CASH $ PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS & TRUCKS $100 TO $1000 7 Days * 24 Hours

Free Pick up 253-335-3932

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! Top $$$$$ PAID! Running or Not, All Makes!. Free Towing!

We’re Local! 7 Days/ Week. Call 1-800-9598518 CASH FOR CARS! Any Make, Model or Year.

We Pay MORE! Running or Not. Sell Your Car or Tr u c k T O D AY. F r e e Towing! Instant Offer: 1-888-545-8647

Licensed + Insured ALL STAR TOWING

425-870-2899

Professional Services Attorney, Legal Services

Notice to Contractors Washington State Law (RCW 18.27.100) requires that all advertisements for construction related services include the contractor’s current depar tment of Labor and Industries registration number in the advertisement.

Failure to obtain a certificate of registration from L&I or show the registration number in all advertising will result in a fine up to $5000 against the unregistered contractor.

For more infor mation, call Labor and Industries Specialty Compliance Services Division at 1-800-647-0982 or check L&Is internet site at www.lni.wa.gov Home Services Concrete Contractors

Home Services Hauling & Cleanup

Home Services Lawn/Garden Service

Home Services Windows/Glass

A+ HAULING

CHEAP YARD SERVICE AND A HANDYMAN

Window Cleaning & More

We remove/recycle: Junk/wood/yard/etc.

Fast Service 25 yrs Experience, Reasonable rates

Call Reliable Michael

425.455.0154

CLEANUP & HAULING PRUNING & ODD JOBS Jim 425-455-5057

HOME, GARAGE and YARD CLEANUP

Lowest Rates!

(253)310-3265 Home Services

House/Cleaning Service

Home Services Landscape Services

A-1 HAULING

Locally/Veteran owned & operated.

Telephone Estimates, Ray Foley, 425-844-2509 Licensed & Insured

HAWKS LANDSCAPE Expert in Pruing fruit trees, the BEST in Town!! Cleanups & Pressure Wash & much more. Licensed & Bonded. Affordable Prices, FREE Estimates

425-244-3539 or 425-971-4945

* Window Cleaning * Gutter Cleaning * Holiday Lighting 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Free Estimates

www.windowcleaning andmore.com

425-285-9517

Lic# WINDDOCM903DE

Junk Removal

Home Services Hauling & Cleanup

WILL HAUL ANYTHING, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME.

Home Services Roofing/Siding

We Haul Anything!

Lic/bonded/insured. alaneec938dn

Driveways, patios, steps, & decorative stamp. Foundations, repair & waterproofing.

Clearing and hauling.

30 years experience.

(425)299-8257

HANDYHY9108

*EZ-Haulers

2015 GOAL: TIME TO CLEAN UP! ETHICAL ENTERPRISES Family Owned 30+ Years Exp. Customer Oriented Residential & Comm.

Call Cheryl / Bob 206-226-7283 425-770-3686 Lic.-Bonded-Ins.

A & E Concrete

Pressure washing gutter cleaning, etc.

Fence, deck building Concrete, Painting & Repairs.

And all yard services.

206-412-4191

CONSTRUCTION & ROOFING • All Types of Roofing • Aluminum Gutters • Home Repairs • Leaks Repaired • Free Estimates Cell

206-713-2140 Office 206-783-3639 Small Jobs & Home Repairs

www.bestway-construction.com Lic# Bestwc*137lw

1207139

Find your perfect pet in the ClassiďŹ eds. www.SoundClassifieds.com Home Services Tree/Shrub Care

DICK’S CHIPPING SERVICE Stump Grinding 20 Yrs Experience Insured - DICKSC044LF

425-743-9640

The opportunity to make a difference is right in front of you.

Recycle this paper.

!DVERTISEĂĽYOURĂĽ UPCOMINGĂĽGARAGEĂĽSALEĂĽ INĂĽYOURĂĽLOCALĂĽCOMMUNITYĂĽ NEWSPAPERĂĽANDĂĽONLINEĂĽ TOĂĽREACHĂĽTHOUSANDSĂĽOFĂĽ HOUSEHOLDSĂĽINĂĽYOURĂĽAREA ĂĽ 'OĂĽONLINEĂĽTO www.SoundClassifieds.com #ALL ĂĽ &AX ĂĽ Thousands of ClassiďŹ ed readers need your service. Your service ad will run FOUR full weeks in your local community paper and on the web for one low price with the Service Guide Special.

Call 800-388-2527 to speak with a customer representative.

Go online 24 hours a day: www.SoundClassifieds.com

Or fax in your ad: 360-598-6800.

We are community & daily newspapers in these Western Washington Locations: • King County • Kitsap County • Clallam County • Jefferson County • Okanogan County • Pierce County • Island County • San Juan County • Snohomish County • Whatcom County • Grays Harbor County Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. We offer a great work environment with opportunity for advancement along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401k.

Accepting resumes at: hreast@soundpublishing.com or by mail to: 19426 68th Avenue S, Kent, WA 98032 ATTN: HR Please state which position and geographic area you are applying for.

Sales Positions

• Multi Media Advertising Sales Consultants - Whidbey - Seattle - Everett - South King County

Non-Sales Positions • Admin Assistant - Friday Harbor • Calendar Assistant - Seattle

Reporters & Editorial

• Reporters - Issaquah/ Sammamish - Sequim - Oroville

Production/Labor • General Worker - Press - Everett

Featured Position

Current Employment Opportunities at www.soundpublishing.com

REPORTER NEEDED

The Okanogan Valley Gazette Tribune, 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 Oroville, WA office. Primary coverage will be city government, business, and general assignment stories; and could include sports coverage. Schedule may include some evening and/or weekend work.

As a reporter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to: • use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover; • post on the publication’s web site;

• blog and use Twitter on the web; • layout pages, using InDesign; • shoot and edit videos for the web .

The most highly valued traits are: • commitment to community journalism and everything from short, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community; • to be inquisitive and resourceful in the coverage of assigned beats;

• • • •

to be comfortable producing five bylined stories a week; the ability to write stories that are tight and to the point; to be a motivated self-starter; to be able to establish a rapport with the community.

Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Minimum of one year of previous newspaper experience is required. Position also requires use of personal vehicle, possession of valid WA State Driver’s License and proof of active vehicle insurance.

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

Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to: hreast@soundpublishing.com ATTN: HR/OVGT Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com

For a list of our most current job openings and to learn more about us visit our website:

www.soundpublishing.com

Find what you’re looking for in the Classifieds online.

1210811

[16] January 23, 2015 www.bellevuereporter.com

VillageTheatre.org Box Office: (425) 392-2202

On Stage January 22 – March 1

To protect Eastside jobs, we must upgrade the Eastside’s electric grid The Eastside’s electric grid will soon run out of capacity. It hasn’t had a major upgrade in 50 years — back when our population was one-eighth of what it is today, and before many of today’s industries even existed. To avoid more disruptive power outages — and protect local jobs and businesses — PSE is working with your community on a safe, reliable solution. Learn more at pse.com/energizeeastside

pse.com/energizeeastside