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Council moves forward on recreational marijuana business ban Mayor ‘seriously considering’ a veto

BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com

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The Federal Way Council voted to move forward on banning recreational marijuana-related businesses in city zones. Contributed photo

he Federal Way City Council voted 5-2 to move forward on banning recreational marijuana-related businesses in city zones at a council meeting on Tuesday night.

“We’ve been talking about this for a year and a half now

on this dais,” said Councilman Bob Celski, a longtime opponent of recreational marijuana-related businesses. “It’s a really divisive issue, we all know that.”

Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge, Council members Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Kelly Maloney, Martin Moore and Celski voted for Ordinance 672, which will need a second reading and majority vote before the ban takes effect on May 6, the next day the current moratorium

expires.

Celski cited a motto from a city in California that he grew up in: “Times change, values don’t” as his reasoning behind his vote for the ban.

But Councilwomen Susan Honda and Dini Duclos voted against it.

“I do think that our people voted to legalize marijuana 53 percent and I think you can extrapolate that to the fact that the people who voted it want it here,” Duclos

said at the meeting before the council voted. “I want to listen to the people that live here and vote here.”

The second reading is scheduled for the April 21 council meeting and will need a majority vote for the ban to officially be enacted.

If the ban passes, it will go into effect on May 6.

However, Mayor Jim Ferrell said if that happens, he’s “seriously considering” a veto. [ more COUNCIL, page 3 ]

Pete von Reichbauer wins Public Official of the Year wasn’t just for me, it was for the people who’ve worked with me over the years. It’s The Seattle Seahawks’ the people in this office that success might have never make a difference.” happened if it wasn’t for Von Reichbauer said he the man who brokered the subscribes to the Nordeal that kept them here in dstrom’s principle, “the 1996. customer’s always right,” That man is Federal Way but in the sense that it’s resident Pete the “constituent who’s von Reichbauer, always right.” the King County An advocate for Councilman south King County who represents since 1993, von south King Reichbauer has been County cities. re-elected by south His role in Pete von Reichbauer King County voters keeping the five times.

Seahawks on He’s worked to Northwest soil was one of bring cities together on many accomplishments regional issues, he’s acted that were recognized as von as chairman on the King Reichbauer was presented County Council’s Budget the Public Official of the Committee, TransportaYear Award at the Municition Committee, Governpal League’s 56th Annual ment Accountability and Civic Awards ceremony on Oversight Committee and April 2.

Regional Policy Committee.

“I felt really proud to And he’s gathered funding be recognized,” said von for the many sports fields in Reichbauer in an interview. Federal Way, but the most “But [the recognition] satisfying accomplishment was his role in keeping the Seahawks local.

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Reichbauer said. “The last time we were as united was World War II.” Von Reichbauer took the lead on persuading Paul Allen to purchase the team in 1996 as they were getting ready to move to

California.

The councilman said he ventured into an area that politicians have “historically avoided” when he brokered the deal.

“A lot of politicians saw their careers shortened,” he said, referring to the risk of mixing sports and politics.

“But I see sports as not just an economic engine but a social engine.”

Von Reichbauer said King County and Federal Way are very diversified but the camaraderie the Seahawks have brought about is apparent.

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people, blue collar, white collar, they all love the Hawks,” he said.

To honor the work he did, Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Schneider presented von Reichbauer with a 12th man jersey and he was recognized as the original 12th man at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center on June 2, 2014.

“The truth is no one in today’s day would believe it but the team was on its way out of here,” he said.

“We had an out-of-state owner who already owned the team,” he said. “People were just tired of it.”

But after he “stuck his neck out” during the sale, after Allen bought the team, and after the Seahawks won Super Bowl XLVIII, von Reichbauer said the real reward is seeing the community come together.

“In 2007, when this team started to show the life we wanted it to, I walked back from the stadium after the North Carolina game and I was amazed to see smiles on everyone’s faces,” he recalled. “It just told me then and it was reinforced a decade later — this was [the right move].”

Von Reichbauer wholeheartedly attributes Allen as the “man who saved the Seattle Seahawks,” because he gave up his privacy,

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made a financial and personal decision and took a risk when he did so. But von Reichbauer can’t deny that his belief that sports greatly benefits the community played a part.

As budget chair on the King County Council, he worked to save baseball in Seattle when the Kingdome was failing and he also advocated for Safeco Field to stay on budget.

Through a statewide referendum vote, the Century Link stadium was built and as a “side bar effect,” major league soccer in Washington was born.

“No one at the time realized the Seattle Sounders would be as popular,” he said, noting south King County has an incredible interest in soccer. “I don’t think there would be as high of a level of soccer play if it wasn’t for the Sounders being so popular.”

South King County includes cities Algona, Auburn, Federal Way, Pacific, Kent, Milton and unincorporated King County.

As a Sound Transit board member, von Reichbauer helped bring the Federal Way Transit Center to the city. He also facilitated construction on the South 317th Street HOV ramps on Interstate 5 and the interstate’s triangle interchange.

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“Federal Way’s got great energy,” he said, adding that it was at a crossroads and is often referred to as a bedroom community.

“There’s a lot of changes that took place — the loss of Weyerhaeuser could be a blessing in disguise.”

Von Reichbauer said his No. 1 job as a County Councilman is to create jobs for young people.

“The economy is changing and we need to find ways that the young people who grow up in Federal Way and south King County have a place to work,” he said. “We want them to stay in south King County.”

When asked what his plans for the future are, von Reichbauer said he’s enjoying what he’s doing.

“I’m really honored because I love our region,” he said. “It’s vibrant, it’s not a stagnant pool.”

Von Reichbauer was a Washington state senator before joining the County Council. He grew up in Lakewood and graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in history.

He joined the U.S. Army and was stationed at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina; Ft. Benjamin Harrison, Indiana; Ft. Benning, Georgia and in Japan before serving on active duty with the U.S. Army Reserve and Washington Army National Guard.

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www.federalwaymirror.com [ COUNCIL from page 1] “In the history of the elected mayor, so far, there has been no veto at the city of Federal Way,” Ferrell said in an interview, noting he will have 10 days after the second vote to take action.

Ferrell said he was surprised by the council’s majority vote on moving the ban forward and believes that strong statement was fueled by personal and philosophical reasons. And while he respects those ideals, he said he also can’t ignore the 53 percent vote on I-502 in Federal way.

“I take very seriously the will of the public expressed through a public vote,” he said. “… Public policy is the expression of public will.

While I’m not a supporter of marijuana use, not a big fan of it, I have a greater obligation to make sure the will of the people is expressed.”

If the mayor does veto the ban, he would communicate that to the council, send the ordinance back with no signature and then at the next council meeting on May 5 the ordinance would be back on the table for the council to have a chance to override the veto. This would require a majorityplus-one vote. If council doesn’t override the veto, the moratorium will expire that same day and the only laws for marijuana-related businesses will be those imposed by the Washington State Liquor Control Board.

These rules include the statute that marijuana-related businesses must maintain a 1,000-foot buffer between schools, playgrounds, recreation centers, child care centers, public parks, transit centers, libraries or arcades.

If the council overrides the veto, the ordinance would be up for another vote. If it’s passed, it will not take effect until May 10, or five days from its passage and five days after the current moratorium expires.

The interest in the ban

comes after the council imposed two moratoriums -- one for a year and one for six months -- on businesses that would sell, produce and process recreational marijuana, which was legalized in November 2012 under Initiative 502.

City officials stated the purpose of the moratoriums was to allow more time to look at legislation that would impact recreational marijuana businesses, however, the current one is due to expire on May 5 and action had to be taken.

Moore, a former supporter of recreational marijuana businesses in Federal Way, changed his position in March, stating that he wanted a positive image for Federal Way. “As elected officials, it’s our job to listen to people and over the last week and a half I took the time to call voters and ask them the question, ‘Do you want to see marijuana stores in Federal Way?’” Moore said at the Tuesday meeting.

“And while I talked to a small number of folks, 22 people were against having a pot store in Federal Way. One was undecided and one was for having pot stores in Federal Way.” Moore said he thinks the reality today is people would generally be against marijuana-related businesses in Federal Way. Before the council voted on the ban, Federal Way resident Richard Champion spoke during the public comment period on this issue.

“If you will look at the 2012 general election on I-502, yes by Federal Way voters got 17,301 votes,” Champion told council members. “Now, if you look back at any of your elections -- all but two of you -- that is twice as many votes that any of you got. For the other two, it’s 80 plus percent more than how many votes you got. So, for the vast majority of you, recreational

marijuana is twice as popular as you are.”

Champion said he’s never consumed marijuana for the same reasons he’s never drank a beer or smoked a cigarette, however, he stated humans have been altering their states of mind since the Egyptian era. Ultimately, he faulted the council for not listening to their voters that passed I-502.

“To not listen to your voters, your constituents, who you’re supposed to be representing shows a disdain, a contempt to your own populace,” Champion said. “One of the people who spoke at the last meeting said they wanted to create a positive image for Federal Way. Well, I don’t think a positive image for Federal Way is to have complete indifference to what their constituents want.”

Maloney countered that I-502 “didn’t have anything to do with where these businesses would be located.”

“I-502 was expressly for legalizing and decriminalizing possession and usage,” she said. “It had nothing to do with locating the shops, the businesses.”

However, Champion said he doesn’t believe the voters of Federal Way are “stupid.”

“When they voted for I-502 they knew that this wouldn’t mean there would be recreational marijuana in Spokane, Yakima and Bellingham but not in Federal Way,” he said. “They knew it meant here and they want it here because they want to move forward.”

Federal Way resident and parent Mark Grotefend encouraged council to adopt the ban during that same public comment period.

“Since I’ve raised four children here in Federal Way, today’s society, it’s very tough in trying to protect your children, providing them with a safe place and safe environment to be,” Grotefend said. “As they go out in their school and out and around in their com-

munities, the place would you wish they would be able to play and feel safe is always at home. I think that having

businesses in Federal Way that provide marijuana related products does not help and does not promote that

safer, secure feeling the family and the children need.”

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JEFFERSON ROBOTICS ADVANCES TO NATIONALS

TJHS’s robotics team, RAID (Raiders Artificial Intelligence Division) qualified for the National Championship event in St. Louis, Missouri on April 22-25.

They finished 24 out of 64 participants in the Pacific Northwest District Championship last week. They will likely not attend due to lack of funding.

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Federal Way schools split soccer matches with Kent schools

BY TERRENCE HILL thill@fedwaymirror.com

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t’s impossible to argue Thomas Jefferson High School’s soccer tradition. Even when the team starts slow, they are always a threat to put it all together and go on a run.

If Monday night’s game is any indication, this year’s team is looking to do just that.

The Raiders faced off against Kentwood and looked like a team with the majority of its cylinders firing in the 3-1 win. A few defensive lapses kept them from looking completely dominant on the pitch.

It took awhile for things to get going for either side, but once they did, they didn’t slow down.

Jefferson opened the scoring in the 33rd minute of the game when junior Chris Oh found the back of the net, a rarity for the defender. Oh stated that he “felt pretty good” about the goal.

Kentwood went on to tie the game 16 minutes into the second half. A collision between two Raiders defenders allowed for an easy passing lane for Kentwood.

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Above, Jefferson’s Seth Walker (middle right) celebrates his go-ahead goal with teammates Justin Yoon (left), Paul-Andrew McCleary (middle left) and Garrett Dahl (right) in Monday’s 3-1 win .

Left, Beamer’s Austin Jex (left) and Mark Kochubey (middle) defend against Kentridge’s Sunny Singh (right) in the first half of Monday’s 2-0 loss.

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dina drove home the closerange shot into the bottom corner of the net.

Despite giving up the goal, the Jefferson attack did not lose focus. They

took the lead once again in the 59th minute, only three minutes after the Kentwood goal.

Paul-Andrew McCleary, a midfielder for the Raid-

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to easily beat the defender and place the ball neatly between the right post and the keeper’s outstretched legs.

“The team is really starting to come together,” Walker said. “We’re starting to mesh and get some chemistry going.”

The final goal came in the 73rd minute for the Raiders. It was easily the most impressive of the three.

Senior midfielder Avery Bond received the ball on the far left side of the pitch near the Kentwood box.

He beat two defenders and took a long-range shot. The shot crossed the front of the net and curved perfectly into the top right corner.

Despite his best efforts, the Kentwood keeper was unable to stop the shot.

Teammates erupted on the field and in the bench area when the goal went in.

“I got the ball from Beau Hepler, number seven, he saw me on the outside,” Bond said. “I just took one touch in past the first defender and another one past the second defender and saw the goal and thought I should go for it. That was probably my nicest goal I ever scored.”

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Federal Way ends SPSL Northwest leader Decatur’s winning streak tactics and a couple well placed hits. A double by junior Christian Jones drove home two runs.

“I felt like I saw that our guys were a lot more aggressive at the plate,” Federal Way head coach Danny Graham said. “We left 15 runners on base [Monday] in the first five innings. I think we changed our approach a bit today.”

Decatur responded with a couple runs of their own in the inning, bringing the score to 5-2.

A couple more runs in the third inning brought them within one. Federal Way sophomore catcher Gabe Togia made a key play to stop any more runs with a sliding tag at the plate to put Decatur’s Garrett Westberg out.

After the shaky start, junior pitcher Kaiden Jacobs calmed down on the mound for the Gators and struck out seven batters. He

BY TERRENCE HILL thill@fedwaymirror.com

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he Federal Way team that took the field Tuesday looked like a completely different team than the one Decatur faced a day prior. After being shut out Monday, the Eagles picked up a 9-7 win and ended the Gators six-game winning streak.

While the Gators started the season slowly, they picked up steam and jumped out to an early division lead in the South Puget Sound League Northwest.

They were undefeated since March 24, including a sweep of league foe Mount Rainier.

Decatur was looking for more of the same from their 5-0 win against Federal Way Monday, but those hopes were dashed quickly.

Federal Way jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the top of the first using small ball

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skill on display for the Raiders Monday Night. Passing also seemed much improved for the team.

Jefferson head coach Dave Hansen told junior midfielder Justin Yoon to “own it” in regard to the middle of the pitch. He did.

Yoon was pivotal on the defensive and offensive sides of the ball. He also displayed incredible accuracy on long through balls and set his team up in great position to score.

Jefferson’s win has them undefeated in their last four matches, two of those wins.

“We had a rough start to the season, but now we’re starting to get it together,” Walker said. “Hopefully we can ride this momentum, get a winning season and get into the playoffs.”

The win makes Jefferson 2-1-2 in league play and 3-1-3 record overall. The team won 3-2 against Kentridge on Wednesday bringing their record to 3-1-2 in league play and 4-1-3 overall.

TODD BEAMER VS. KENTRIDGE

The Chargers and the Titans looked pretty evenly matched for the majority of the game. Neither team could create shots early on and it wasn’t until a foul in the box that one team would finally break free.

Kentridge’s Jordan Christie capitalized

pitched the first five innings for Decatur.

The top of the fourth inning saw Federal Way score on a balk with runners on first and third.

The two-run cushion did not hold for long as Decatur senior Taylor Havlicek and junior Nathaniel Sagdahl hit back-to-back homeruns on consecutive pitches, tying the game at six.

“We’ve got power throughout the lineup,” Decatur head coach Korey Sites said. “It’s all about making sure that we’re in good counts and doing our job at the dish. And if it goes out, it goes out. I liked our approach up there, especially on those two at-bats.”

Federal Way scored once again in the seventh. A Jones double moved senior Rylan Crastenberg up to third. Decatur then allowed their second run on a balk in the game.

on the penalty kick in the 20 minute to take a 1-0 lead.

Beamer would create a few opportunities, but could not put one in the net. One open shot just barely missed the top left corner of the net and sailed over it.

Beamer did manage to keep the ball out of their own net on a crazy sequence in the 37 minute that saw junior goalkeeper Omar Duenas save a shot off the throwin, only to have it still bounce towards the net.

Titans senior Austin Jex then attempted to clear the ball, but it bounced off the post and back into play at a Kentridge player’s feet. Duenas made another diving save to end the scoring chance.

Still the Titans could get nothing going offensively and the second goal by Kentridge in the 52 minute seemed to have sealed the game.

The last opportunities for Beamer to score came late as the Chargers were forced to play down a man after a red card. The Titans came close multiple times, but were still unable to find the net. Kentridge won 2-0.

The Titans fell to 1-4-0 in league play and 2-5-0 overall with the loss. They lost 1-0 to Kent-Meridian Wednesday to bring

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Decatur attempted one last rally in the sixth inning. Senior Isaiah Hatch managed to move Jacobs to third on a double in the inning. Sagdahl brought Jacobs home shortly thereafter to tie the game.

The Eagles brought in junior Ben Koler to pitch following the run. The move stopped the rally and the game held at 7-7 through the first seven innings.

The top of the eighth saw Federal Way regain the lead with two runs. A close play at third base — which had Sites arguing the safe call — and a missed opportunity at a 6-4-3 double play immediately after led to the second run of the inning for the Eagles.

In the bottom of the eighth, the Gators could not figure out Koler. He ended the game with a strikeout.

Federal Way improved to 2-3 in league play and 7-4 overall. The win keeps them

Federal Way catcher Gabe Togia checks on the other runners after tagging out Decatur’s Garrett Westberg at the plate in the third inning.

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in the conversation for a league title.

Decatur fell to 4-1 in league play and 7-4 overall.

They still led the division after the loss. Despite the loss, Sites remains positive about the team.

“We’ve been improving day after day and that’s all we ask,” Sites said. “The goal is to be competitive in league and then do some

their record to 1-5-0 in league play and 2-6-0 overall.

FEDERAL WAY VS. KENT-MERIDIAN

The Eagles and the Royals battled in a game that featured many missed opportunities, redemption and heartbreak.

Neither team could find the back of the net in the first half, but that was not for lack of trying. Federal Way had numerous chances to get a shot on the net that just did not go in.

Kent-Meridian didn’t fare much better.

They had less shot opportunities and were not on the Eagles’ side of the pitch too often.

Both teams had some trouble possessing the ball as well.

Still, it looked as though Federal Way would be the first team to break through.

That was not the case in the end as a lapse on defense gave the Royals the first score.

In the 71 minute, Kent-Meridian player took a shot from 40 yards out that hit the top crossbar. The goalkeeper attempted to make a save, but missed as the shot was too high. Before he could recover, Royals players converged on the ball and

damage in the playoffs and we’re putting ourselves in a good spot for that.”

The two teams faced off again in the rubber match on Thursday at Saghalie Middle School after the Mirror’s publishing deadline. Graham said he was looking forward to the pitching matchup between Koler and Havlicek.

knocked in the first goal.

Federal Way finally responded in stoppage time of the second half. A late corner kick allowed Eagles’ captain Fernando Sanchez to beat the keeper and force extra time.

Despite the late joy, Federal Way ultimately left with disappointment as KentMeridian prevailed 5-4 in penalty kicks.

“We just got to be a little more feisty,” Federal Way head coach Jason Baumgardt said. “Our group is talented, but they just haven’t put it together yet. If they wake up and play the way they’re capable of, they can go far.”

Federal Way fell to 2-2-1 in league play and 2-4-2 overall with the loss. They still received a point for reaching penalty kicks. They lost 3-1 to Kentlake on Wednesday to bring their record to 2-3-1 in league play and 2-5-2 overall.

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Decatur beat Kentlake 1-0 on Monday night. They lost 5-0 to Tahoma on Wednesday night, bringing their record to 2-3-1 in league play and 2-3-2 overall.

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In the spirit of Tacoma’s 3rd Thursday Art Mingle, the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden will host free evenings every third

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The Third Thursday Garden Mingle is the perfect time to relax with friends, family or just you and nature. Take a sunset stroll among thousands of rhododendrons and their companion plants, indulge your sense of photography or kick up your heels on a shaded bench. If it gets chilly, you can always find serenity among the rushing waters and towering boulders of the tropical Rutherford Conservatory.

The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden offers much to explore, including their big leaf rhododendron forest, alpine and pond gardens, and Himalayan Blue Poppy

meadow. The garden has well over 120 species of rhododendrons in flower.

For more botanical artistry, walk through the world’s largest public fern stumpery, a sculptural environment of tree roots and ferns.

The Garden Gift Shop and nursery are fully stocked and will also be open if you want to take home an evening treasure from the Garden.

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hris Carrel, who has served as the city of Federal Way’s communications and government affairs coordinator for over four years, has left the city, effective Monday.

“While I really appreciate all of [Carrel’s] work and energy and he’s a tremendously talented writer, I felt it was necessary at this time to go in a different direction,” said Mayor Jim Ferrell. “I thank him for his service and I truly wish him

well in his future endeavors.”

Ferrell noted that Carrel’s separation from the city was done through a “mutual agreement.”

The city will pay Carrel two months

Chris Carrel

TJ junior serves as page in state House

adults, and young mothers and their children, according to Ferguson.

Ferguson’s legislation, sponsored by Sen. Mark Miloscia, R-Federal Way, and Rep. Tina Orwall, DDes Moines, would apply to tobacco and other nicotine products, including “vaping.”

FROM STAFF REPORTS

Christian Knutson, a student from Thomas Jefferson High School, traveled to Olympia March 30 - April 3 and served as a page in the state House of Representatives. He was sponsored by 47th District Rep. Mark Hargrove, R-Covington.

“I was thrilled to have the opportunity to sponsor Christian as a page here at the Capitol,” Hargrove said.

“I hope he had a great time making new friends and learning about the inner workings of the Legislature.

I thank him for his service.”

Christian is a junior at Thomas Jefferson, where he is the Associated Student Body director of technology. While earning his Boy Scouts Eagle rank, he learned a little bit about the Legislature, but saw paging as an opportunity to deepen that knowledge.

While serving as a page, Christian learned to navigate the many buildings on the Capitol campus, and delivered messages and documents to legislators and staff. His time at the Capitol culminated with the presentation of his mock bill, which would require high schools to offer a diverse range of alternative math classes including, but not limited to, statistics, business management, budget management, personal finance and economics.

Each year, students from around the state apply to participate in the House Page Program. Students spend a week attending page school, learning the inner workings of state government and assisting legislators on the House floor. Pages earn $35 per day while serving in the program.

To become a page, applicants must have a legislative sponsor, be between the ages of 14 and 16, and obtain written permission from their parents and school.

salary as part of that agreement.

Carrel’s salary was $101,592.

The mayor said the communications and government affairs coordinator position “had gotten to the

How legislators are voting this session FROM STAFF REPORTS

Rep. Mark Hargrove with House page Christian Knutson. Contributed photo

AG disappointed with legislative committee’s smoking-age vote FROM STAFF REPORTS

Attorney General Bob Ferguson on April 3 expressed his disappointment with the House Finance Committee for drastically altering Ferguson’s agencyrequest legislation to raise the smoking age to 21.

House Bill 1458, which proposes to raise the legal age to buy, use, or possess tobacco to 21, was gutted at the April 3 committee hearing. The bill was amended to change the new smoking age to 19, down from the proposed 21, and significantly delay the public health impacts by pushing the effective date out four years.

The amended bill passed the committee on a 9-7 vote. The original, unaltered bill to raise the age to 21 passed the House Health Care and Wellness Committee Feb. 17, on a 12-3 vote, with strong bipartisan support.

“I am deeply disappointed by the committee’s changes, which gut the public health impacts of this bill,” Ferguson said. “I understand our state’s current budget situation, but we should not be balancing our budget on the backs of

teens and jeopardizing their long-term health. We had the votes in committee to raise the smoking age immediately. I intend to work with our bipartisan group of supporters to amend this legislation on the House floor.”

Research, including a recent report from the Institute of Medicine, indicates that increasing the smoking age to 21 would significantly reduce the number of adolescents and young adults who start smoking; reduce deaths from smoking; and immediately improve the health of adolescents, young

The following is a recap of how Federal Way legislators from the 30th District recently voted on several bills (according to washingtonvotes.org): • House Bill 1106, state operating budget for the 2015-17 biennium: Passed the House on April 2 by a vote of 51-47.

This is the $39 billion House spending proposal that requires some $1.5 billion in new taxes on top of the $3.0 billion in additional revenues the state is projected to receive over the next two years. It includes funding for courtmandated increases in state basic education support and wage and benefit increases for public employ-

point where it was doing a number of different things. I want the public information officer to be more focused on media and community relations and not delve into the pseudo-government affairs position. I want it to just be honed in more as

a true public information officer position.”

Cathy Schrock, the civilian operations manager for the Federal Way Police Department, will fill the communications coordinator position on an interim basis until the city fills the position.

ees negotiated between the governor’s office and public employee unions last year.

Yes: Rep. Carol Gregory; no: Rep. Linda Kochmar.

• Senate Bill 6062, revising marijuana regulations: Passed the Senate on April 3 by a vote of 26-22.

The substitute bill eliminates the marijuana excise tax that applies to producers and processors, and imposes an excise tax of 37 percent on retail sales of marijuana. It changes the name of the state Liquor Control Board to the Liquor and Cannabis Board, and changes the distribution requirements of marijuana taxes collected by the board.

Yes: Sen. Mark Miloscia.

• Senate Bill 6089, concerning sustainability of the state health benefit exchange: Passed the Senate on April 3 by a vote of 26-22.

The Health Benefit Exchange was established as a public private partnership to serve as an insurance marketplace for individuals, families and small businesses. This bill authorizes the exchange to use premium taxes generated from quali-

fied health plans through December 31. After Jan. 1, 2016, the Exchange may no longer receive premium taxes generated from qualified health plans. All operations of the Exchange must be self-sustaining through the generation of assessments on qualified health plan carriers, Medicaid cost allocation, federal grants and other allowable sources.

Yes: Miloscia.

• Senate Bill 6045, extending the hospital safety net assessment: Passed the Senate on April 3 by a vote of 26-23.

The Legislature created a Hospital Safety Net Assessment fund in 2010 that imposes an assessment on most hospitals, based on non-medicare inpatient days. Money in the fund, and federal matching grants, are used for various increases in hospital payments through Medicaid. This program is set to expire in 2017. The bill extends the program to 2019 and eliminates the phase-down that was to begin in 2016.

Yes: Miloscia.

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or the April 28 special election, the Mirror recommends voting “yes” on South King Fire and Rescue’s bond measure, Proposition 1.

The fire district is asking voters to approve a bond that will fund the replacement of 27 vehicles and one boat, upgrade all eight of the district’s fire stations and build a new one in south Federal Way. The bond will also upgrade the district’s training campus, allow them to build a new vehicle maintenance fleet facility, replace equipment and upgrade information systems and technology.

A fundamental goal of the fire district is to provide fast emergency response. The district’s average response time is three minutes and 39 seconds; this measure would maintain this fast response.

In just four years, the district’s calls for service have increased by 14 percent with 15,500 emergency calls in 2010 to 17,695 calls in 2014.

That number is expected to only go up.

Federal Way’s population is expected to rise, as three apartment complexes, two senior living centers, one town home complex, a school and two businesses are currently in the works.

Coupled with the rising population, the district’s aging fire engines that need to be replaced pose a potential barrier to fast emergency response.

Maintaining aging fire engines is also costly as parts that wear down need to be replaced.

In addition, the district needs upgrades to its existing fire stations. Most of the agency’s stations are over 40 years old, and because they are not retrofitted for earthquakes, the facilities could collapse during such a disaster.

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The Federal Way school board just went through one of most difficult experiences any district can endure, the selection of a new superintendent.

It was a particularly challenging task for an inexperienced board such as this one. Only Danny Peterson and Claire Wilson have served more than two years on the board. Carol Gregory, who was just appointed to the state Legislature, and Geoffery McAnalloy have only two years on the board and Hiroshi Eto was appointed 10 months ago.

Despite their inexperience, McAnalloy and Gregory did a very good job in leading the board through a competitive and inclusive process over the past year.

But it was not without controversy.

And the backdrop to this process, the election

of school board directors this fall, suggests the board who hired Tammy Campbell as our new superintendent may not be the same board that convenes next January.

The search became necessary when Superintendent Rob Neu left for a similar position in Oklahoma. Sally McLean was acting as deputy superintendent and was the district’s chief financial officer.

At the board’s request, she stepped in as acting superintendent. While not as engaged in the academics of the district, her skills as the chief financial officer are widely admired, as is her cooperative demeanor.

Neu’s last two years were marred by a series of questionable decisions on district programs and international travel. The former president of the school board was plagued by personal [ more ROEGNER, page 14 ]

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Reject South King Fire Prop 1 Is South King Fire and Rescue lying this time too?

You trusted them last time when they promised to hire nine full-time firefighters with the $3.5 million per year excess levy.

They lied.

Both leading up to the election and afterwards.

After you approved the measure, your fire district only hired two firefighters with your hard earned taxes.

They squandered the rest on what? Higher wages?

More non-essential admin-

istrative staff? Generous benefits? Retirement funds?

Bloated severance packages? Hiring puff-piece public relations officers?

Now they are back, using the word “safety” in the title to lull you. Or scare you.

Instead of responsible spending and using existing money for repairs, they want even more of your taxes, this time asking for $53.7 million.

At their three non-advertised exploratory meetings, they promised more informational public meetings about this ballot measure.

None were held.

Fire stations, fire trucks and unnecessary perimeter fencing are all cited. But the fact remains that the union contract will be negotiated soon after this huge windfall is secured. And it promises to be a doozy.

The district is exclusively controlled by the firefighters seeking more money, administration who were

all firefighters and most of the commissioners are ex firefighters, with their family members in the same business, seeking perks for their own, all single-mindedly anxious to line their pockets.

The “leadership” quickly wastes your tax dollars on “he’s looking at me” playground antics, disrespect any who oppose them and spends tens of thousands defending the chief ’s son for a violation they themselves found him guilty.

Who is watching out for your money?

And let’s not ignore upper level administrators taking huge severance packages to double dip out of state jobs.

During a time of exceptional recovery, higher than expected revenues and steadily rising property values, this district is eager to get into your pocket for even more in increased taxes without responsibly

using what they already have.

Are they lying again this time?

Demand open government and accountability before approving any new taxes.

Reject South King Fire and Rescue Proposition 1.

For information, visit www. southkingfire.net

Jerry Galland, unincorporated King County

Yes on Proposition 1 My wife and I will be voting for Proposition 1, South King Fire and Rescue’s request for a bond to upgrade emergency and fire equipment, as well as to upgrade related technologies over the next 20 years.

We believe that in our increasingly urbanized society there is need now and certainly in the future

for keeping our community’s emergency services well equipped and prepared for whatever might happen to our families as well as to any disaster that might befall our community at large.

One of the benefits of living in Federal Way is having St. Francis Hospital so near. With South King Fire and Rescue’s response time averaging 3.39 minutes and the proximity of a hospital, often less than 15 minutes away, the chances of you or your loved ones survival in an emergency are substantially improved.

Three years ago my daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren moved from Federal Way to a more rural area near Gig Harbor. A year ago, my son-in-law suffered a cerebral hemorrhage. In my nightmares I wonder if he had gotten to professional help sooner, would he have survived?

What if they had not moved?

None of us can predict [ more LETTERS, page 12 ]

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Greg Vicars, board member of City Vision, will speak about their organization, which is working with other service groups in the Federal Way area to propose a day shelter for the community.

St. Vincent De Paul Church with support of Sound Alliance has partnered with Catholic Community Services and Valley Cities to propose a day shelter in Federal Way. It would provide showers, laundry, a post office box, computers and counseling services to people in need.

The purpose of this facility is to better equip clients to apply for jobs, prepare for interviews and actually compete for jobs just like people who have ready access to these basic needs.

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early 85 sixth-graders at Sequoyah Middle School have written letters to students in Morocco and are learning about the importance of having a global perspective, thanks to social studies teacher Amy HeritageMcDonald.

A National Board certified teacher, HeritageMcDonald created the pen pal program after she was picked to join the national Teachers for Global Classrooms. She was one of 80 to participate in the program, which is part of the International Research Exchange division of the U.S. Department of State.

“I tell my students all the time that the world is getting smaller,” HeritageMcDonald said. “It’s really important they have that global perspective and forming relationships with students in Morocco is a stepping stone to seeing the world as a global community.”

Heritage-McDonald underwent an “intensive” online professional development course on global education for three months before she prompted her students to write pen pal letters. In February, she and her principal Springy Yamasaki attended the Global Education Symposium in Washington DC. HeritageMcDonald then traveled in March to Rabat, Morocco to deliver the letters.

“The Moroccan students just started learning English,” she said, adding that they were of high school age. The letters consisted

of introducing themselves and explaining what their favorite music, sport and subject are.

Heritage-McDonald partnered with a Moroccan host teacher and gave presentations about eduction in Federal Way. Although some students still correspond with them, Heritage-McDonald said many have contacted each other on social media, such as Facebook or Instagram.

“That medium is a little more comfortable for kids,” she said. “We’ll keep doing pen pals as long as we get pen pal letters back.”

But Heritage-McDonald said the school she visited is “pretty poor” and all of their teachers only work 20 hours a week.

“They had a library with not a single book in it,” she said.

Although the high school has grades 10-12, the education system in Morocco is very different.

Students go to school from 8 a.m. to noon, go home for two hours and then come back from 2-6 p.m., but not every day.

“It’s a college schedule, they only have classes some days,” Heritage-McDonald said, noting there’s no cafeteria, no buses, or extra curricular activities.

Students also choose their majors. She worked with students in the math/ science track.

“Generally math/science students wear white lab coats as part of their uniform,” she said.

In the public school, students also learn about Islam, as Morocco is an Islamic state, however,

Nominate your favorite teacher for a chance to win FROM STAFF REPORTS

The annual celebration of education is back as Ivar’s and Kidd Valley restaurants are calling on all kindergarten through eighth-graders to nominate their favorite teacher for a chance to take home the 2015 Teacher of the Year honors.

Two well-deserving educators will be selected as grand prize recipients to bring home a $500 gift card for classroom supplies, a commemorative plaque and the official title of either Ivar’s Teacher of the Year or Kidd Valley Teacher of the Year.

Plus, the nominating students of the grand prize winners will receive either an Ivar’s kids meal — including a visit by Ivar’s famous Dancing Clam — or a Kidd Valley

Top, Sequoyah Middle School teacher Amy HeritageMcDonald gives a presentation at a Moroccan public high school. Left, Moroccan student Hajare’s letter she sent to Sequoyah. Middle right, Moroccan students Omayma and Fadma hold Sequoyah Middle School student Favour’s letter. Contributed photos Heritage-McDonald said that it’s not “super fundamentalist” and is an open society.

“One thing that was really interesting is the host teacher’s English class,” she said. “The curriculum is geared toward global competency more than what most American’s curriculums have. We tend to be a little ethnocentric.”

American students don’t learn about other countries as much as they should, she

said.

“These students are studying things like the brain drain, women’s rights and other social issues,” she said, adding that the brain drain is a phenomenon of highly-skilled students who emigrate to more prosperous countries to have a better life for themselves and their families, but, subsequently “drain” their country of well-educated people. “They’re curriculum is very globalized.”

Kids Meal for every student in their class.

As a special bonus, those classes will also receive admission tickets to the Pacific Science Center, courtesy of the educational institution.

To nominate a teacher, students 14 years old or younger may visit select Puget Sound area Ivar’s or Kidd Valley locations to complete an official entry form, or go online to www.Ivars.com/teacher or KiddValley. com/calendar.htm. The Federal Way Ivar’s is located at 2004 S. 320th St. All entries must be received by May 19.

The official Teacher of the Year rules can be found on the Ivar’s and Kidd Valley websites.

The contest will also award four teachers a first place prize of a $150 gift card for classroom supplies, and 30 teachers will receive a second place prize of a $25 Ivar’s or Kidd Valley gift card.

Although the school district has stressed the global initiative, HeritageMcDonald said no Federal Way Public Schools funds have been used.

Teachers for Global Classrooms is a program designed to help teachers globalize their instruction in the classroom so that students’s world views, literacies and identities are shaped to understand global interconnectivity.

Todd Beamer teacher published by association FROM STAFF REPORTS

Todd Beamer government, history and Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) teacher Jon Hines was recently published by the highly-respected Association of School Curriculum Directors online newsletter, InService.

Hines’s article focuses on strategies to build active citizenship in the classroom.

Among his tips are to keep lessons currentevent infused, not current-event focused, because students need a framework to give perspective of current events.

To read the article, visit inservice.ascd. org/respect-voice-and-equity-strategies-tobuild-active-citizenship-in-the-classroom

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Governor, lawmakers meet to discuss budget each chamber is, well, pretty balanced.

In the House, Democrats only outnumber Republicans 51-47. That doesn’t give Speaker Frank Chopp, D-Seattle, much extra muscle with which to try to impose his will on the process.

In the Senate, Republicans operate with a 26-23 edge on Democrats. (The Republican Caucus has 25 adherents of the Grand Old Party and one centrist Democrat).

That doesn’t provide Senate Majority Leader Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, much extra strength to force matters his way either.

Such numeric equality fuels optimism among Olympia’s political class — sort of like what Chicago Jerry Cornfield

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here was no pomp or ceremony on Thursday when Gov. Jay Inslee sat down with the Democrat and Republican leaders of the House and Senate to talk budget.

Rather, the state’s chief executive and four caucus honchos tried to figure out what routes to take — and which to avoid — to reach agreement in the 18 days left before the Legislature is scheduled to adjourn.

What should be apparent, though maybe not admitted in this particular gathering, is neither majority party enjoys much bargaining advantage at the outset of this year’s negotiations because the balance of power in

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our future we can only prepare for it. Please vote for Proposition 1.

Bob Kellogg, Federal Way

Time to ensure firefighters are safe I’m submitting this letter as a personal request from my family, to my neighbors and the many friends we have made over

Cub fans feel this time of the season — in the ability of the House and Senate to reach the hundreds of little compromises on spending that are the guts of the 500page spending tome.

These are the $1 million, $5 million and $10 million decisions for budgets of state agencies and the provisos for studies, task forces and reports to the Legislature.

These same insiders’ aren’t quite so effervescent about lawmakers easily resolving conflicts between the chambers on modifying the initiative for smaller class sizes, increasing state worker pay and hiking taxes.

This is where they hope House Democrats and Senate Republicans are cognizant of the thin ice on which they’ve set their bargaining stakes.

the past 33-plus years as residents of this great and growing city to please vote yes on Proposition 1 by April 28.

Your yes vote is not only an expression of your personal support to upgrade our current level of firefighters’ personal safety and equipment readiness, but a strategic necessity to lay a firm physical as well as fiscal community support foundation. This community action will ensure their strategic readiness and tactical sustainability for

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Consider the House’s position. Democrats pushed through their two-year $38.8 billion spending plan on a party line vote but have not yet passed the $1.5 billion package of tax increases needed to pay for it all.

Democrat leaders insist the votes are there and brush off repeated challenges by Republican counterparts to prove it. Democrats contend if they did pass it and sent it to the Senate for consideration it would be ignored so why go through the exercise.

Senate budget negotiators will no doubt point out this shortcoming as they look to whittle down the size of the House Democrats plan.

In the meantime, Senate negotiators are operating on weaker ground in some areas themselves, after what happened in a marathon session that began the afternoon April 2 and finished the next morning.

Senate Republicans made it harder to amend their proposed $37.8 billion budget with a rule change requiring a supermajority vote of 60 percent to pass any amendment offered on the floor.

This meant passage required votes of at least 30 of the 49 senators.

This blunted the Democrats, while at the same time allowed moderate GOP members to vote for a Democrat-sponsored amendment on a controversial subject without fear it would pass or be used against them in a future campaign.

There were 32 roll call votes on Democrat-sponsored amendments. Of those 10 received 25 or more votes, which is a majority in the chamber.

A key one dealt with pay hikes for state workers. The Senate budget contained raises of $1,000 per employee per year. The amend-

many years into the future.

The last time we approved a voters’ bond for the fire service was 1992. We cannot afford to stretch it any further. A payment of $6.50 per month on a $250,000 home is a sensible and affordable investment for such a large and critical return.

As I have mentioned before, whether it is smoke, a stroke, or a deadly bee sting, to our firefighters it makes no difference; they respond with the same level of intensity — and they have saved lives. Now it’s beyond time for us to make sure they are safe. We owe them at least that much. It’s time to replace their aging equipment and to add new facilities to meet the challenging new responses of a growing community. To do so now is not only a community leadership imperative; it just makes good common sense. I shudder at the thought of seeing a fire engine broken down along the side of the road on the way to the scene of a lifesaving emergency, or an unsafe fire-house collapsed in on a group of firefighters in a minor earthquake. It’s time now to act, not to react!

Again, please vote yes for Proposition 1 as soon as you receive your ballot. If you have any questions, please call the fire department. They will be more than happy to accommodate you. If you should miss them, please feel free to call me at 253-2889004.

Bob McKenzie, Federal Way

ment called for approving new contracts negotiated between the state employee unions and the governor’s office, putting it in line with the House budget.

Six Republicans joined the 23 minority Democrats to support the revision but, because of the rule, it failed 29-20. You can bet House Democrats will remind their Senate counterparts of this philosophical majority on this critical matter.

Not to be forgotten in the coming days is the importance the minority parties in each caucus will play. Their members will be engaged in the shuttle diplomacy required to reach a bipartisan deal. Let the journey of negotiations begin.

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When will Redondo boardwalk be repaired?

The Redondo boardwalk has been out of commission since a storm several months ago. It is a much used and highly valued recreational facility for the people of Redondo and Federal Way. While we realize that is not a high priority for the city of Des Moines, we would like to know if it is scheduled for repair any time soon?

Charles Hodson, Federal Way

Beware of Steel Lake parking lot We held a family get together at Steel Lake Park on the March 29. The park is beautiful but beware of what is lurking in the parking lot. My daughter, who is a single parent of three and working a lowwage job, had her purse stolen out of her car. The purse was hidden under a diaper bag — yes, one of the doors was unlocked — her card was used within minutes of the theft. All other items in her purse including cash — gone. This is a lady who works very hard, even getting to the event took a bit of navigation as she works weekends. Sad. Oh, did I mention one of her children is disabled with hypoplastic left heart syndrome?

Shame on those who did this and to all of you beware of this parking lot.

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Airmen complete basic training FROM STAFF REPORTS

Air Force Airman Jacob S. Mcrae and Airman First Class Maya A. Turner graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airmen completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Mcrae is the son of Kathy K. and Robert S. Mcrae of Federal Way. He is a 2013 graduate of Decatur High School.

Turner is the daughter of Tracy Schaefer and stepdaughter of Eric Hayes of Auburn, and sister of Emily Vaughan of Meridian, Idaho.

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Western Washington University student José Manuel Carrillo, son of José Carrillo and Rosa Castro of Federal Way, received a $2,000 Multicultural Achievement Program Scholarship for the 2014-2015 academic year.

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Q&A with Mr. FW: Trash talk and mysterious departures Q

: Mr. Federal Way, I have been cleaning up litter along First Avenue South by Winco for over a month now.

Among the litter, someone has been littering their Starbucks cups in the same area MondayFriday. It’s always the same drink, a grande Americano with cream and sugar and a green straw. I have spoken to a city official about this.

What can we do about this?

A: Mr. Federal Way would like to thank you for bringing this problem up. Mr. Federal Way cares about the earth and always recycles when the recycle bin is closer than the garbage can or when Mr. Federal Way has already unscrewed the cap off a drink without closing it again.

You also deserve some praise from Mr. Federal

Way for the forensic skills you displayed in the photo you sent in and your description of the scene. Noticing the drinks were all the same for over a month? Brilliant. Now someone would just have to stake out one of the 50 Starbucks in the area (Mr. Federal Way believes that is the minimum number required for every city in Washington at least) and find out who orders it.

Maybe you should be in line for your own CSI spinoff in the near future. Mr. Federal Way would get behind the idea if Mr. Federal Way got to choose which song by The Who could be used for the theme. Mr. Federal Way has always been an “Eminence Front” kind of guy. Then again, the CSI guys would have dug deeper. Maybe there was a poorly spelled name on the side of the cup too?

The show would probably

be cancelled without a full season anyway.

But that’s enough going off topic. Mr. Federal Way would like to keep this beloved city clean as well and Mr. Federal Way does indeed have a solution. Why not just clean up the whole city together?

Other cities have already caught on to this idea and Federal Way should too.

Burien is soon going to have their annual “Clean Sweep” event where the city can gather together and get rid of the filth around town. They even have prize giveaways during the event. Mr. Federal Way is willing to take down some illegible graffiti for a chance at a new coffee mug or dinner at a local restaurant.

Even without the prizes, there are probably more than a few willing volunteers who share the same thoughts on litter as we do around this city. Mr. Federal Way would not mind meeting more like-minded people, especially this close to Earth Day. Perhaps over coffee. Mr. Federal Way is thinking a few grande Americanos with cream and sugar would be appropriate.

Q: Mr. Federal Way, I am shocked to learn former city spokesman Chris Carrel is no longer with the city. The Mirror sure had a lot to say about the city’s new media policy in a March 13 editor’s note prior to this decision. Is this a coincidence?

A: Ahh, it’s unsurpris-

ing that this question has popped up, as Mr. Federal Way’s own thoughts fluttered to that unfortunate media policy and the dramatics that transpired.

Yes, editor Carrie Rodriguez divulged to the public what exactly the city was trying to pull when reporter Raechel Dawson tried to contact a certain new Performing Arts and Conference Center director.

Yes, the Mirror called the city out on the unfair policy that a city spokesperson had to be present during that interview.

And yes, less than a month later Carrel mysteriously left the city in a mutual agreement. But Mr. Federal Way highly doubts the Mirror had the power to make Carrel leave the city, so let’s take that possibility off the table.

Maybe it was a series of misfortunes that tipped the

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With the relatively inexperienced board trying to put the controversies in the past and stability a high priority, many assumed McLean would easily obtain the appointment. That she didn’t is testament to the

board’s resolve to get the type of academic leader they felt was needed, and to Campbell’s own performance in the public portion of the process. According to many, Campbell was outstanding throughout

the process, and that in no way diminishes McLean’s talent or contributions to the district. Had McLean been awarded the job, we still would have been well served.

McLean stepped up and helped us through a difficult time. She will help us again by leading the efforts to ensure a smooth transition within the district to Campbell’s leadership.

But there will be other distractions for the board.

Despite the board’s positive efforts in selecting a new superintendent, they are still inexperienced. Also, Gregory will leave the board to campaign for election to the legislative seat she currently holds by appointment.

Since board positions are by district, Gregory’s replacement will likely be someone with no previous board experience.

Additionally, incumbent Peterson will be challenged by recently retired Principal Liz Drake. Four years ago

Drake and Peterson campaigned for the same seat.

Drake was the front runner and appeared headed for election when Neu appointed her to the principalship.

Even though she withdrew from the election, she still almost won. Board watchers again peg her as the likely winner.

Wilson, along with Peterson, has been on the board for four years. Wilson is very likely to run and may be challenged by former board member Angela Griffin. Eto was appointed just a few months ago and will seek election to the seat he currently holds. So far no one has stepped forward to challenge him.

We will have at least one new board member, maybe two and possibly three. If Drake and Griffin were to win, combined with a replacement for Gregory, we could have a new board majority by December, and our new superintendent could be looking at a brand new set of bosses. How will

legal challenges that resulted in his resignation.

McLean provided a calm and stabilizing influence when it was in dire need.

Something the board and public came to appreciate.

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In fact, 80 percent of the calls South King Fire receives are from people who need emergency medical assistance. This includes when a senior falls down and needs help getting up or when someone is having a heart attack.

The last bond measure that voters in the district approved was in 1992. The district held off on asking voters to ap-

camel’s back? Maybe Carrel was fed up with Mayor Jim Ferrell’s constant court references to his former glory days as a prosecuting attorney and left on his own account?

The point is, the Mirror nor Mr. Federal Way knows the reason, and despite the past, we acknowledge Carrel’s career and appreciate the work and help he’s provided to the Mirror. We wish him the best of luck in his next chapter and hope the new city public information officer appreciates public transparency more than Hilary Clinton does.

Q: Mr. Federal Way, have you filed your taxes?

A: None of your business.

Got a question for Mr. Federal Way? Email mrfederalway@federalwaymirror.com the selection of the new superintendent affect the election? Or will the debates focus on academic issues?

Whichever it is, it seems unlikely to be a quiet election season for the school board.

To McLean, thanks for your leadership in our time of need. Please resist the temptation to consider working elsewhere and stay here, Campbell will need you and so do we. Board members, please maintain your focus on our children’s academic needs, and don’t become distracted by any controversy around Campbell’s appointment.

No one said it would be easy to serve the public’s interest.

To Campbell, welcome to Federal Way. It may not be easy, but if you make a positive difference in the future of our children it will be worth it. Good luck.

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

prove another bond in 2006, when the recession impacted the economy.

Now is the time.

The bond measure comes with a hefty price tag — $53.7 million over 20 years.

But the cost for the average homeowner of a $250,000 home would only be about $78 per year, or $6.50 per month. District officials say that cost is equivalent to two lattes a month. The life-saving benefits the bond would provide far outweigh that cost. This bond measure represents an investment in not only our firefighters, but in our safety. Vote “yes” for South King Fire and Rescue’s bond measure.

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WWU students take honors at DECA event FROM STAFF REPORTS

Western Washington University sent 18 students to compete at the 2015 Collegiate DECA Pacific Northwest Career Development Conference in Victoria, British Columbia Feb. 28-29, winning three first-place, two secondplace and eight third-place awards.

The students competed in business simulations and case studies with varying career focuses such as accounting, hospitality, sports and entertainment, marketing and retail management.

The winners included Sam Dzingle of Federal Way, who won third place in marketing management.

Students presented to business professionals from the Victoria area, creating a link between their studies and real-life business scenarios.

Additionally, students were competing to qualify for the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference held in Orlando, Florida, April 17-21.

Carnahan presents research at Whitman FROM STAFF REPORTS

Nicolette Carnahan presented her original research as part of The Whitman College Undergraduate Conference on April 7.

The 17th annual conference brought together students from every academic area of the college to share their research and creative projects with the campus community.

The projects are a result of the students’ work in their courses, senior theses, summer internships and study abroad. Carnahan is a 2011 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and is currently a senior at Whitman College.

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Police Blotter The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: Woman arrested for scratching sister: At 5:32 p.m. on April 5 in the 30800 block of 20th Ave. S., two sisters got into a physical altercation. A woman scratched the side of her sister’s neck with her fingernail during the argument.

The wounded sister then pushed the woman back, causing her to hit her head on a vacuum cleaner, which bruised her cheek. Other family members then separated the two. However, all involved parties became highly uncooperative and hostile toward police when they arrested the woman who scratched her sister’s neck. The woman was booked into SCORE jail without incident.

Unknown suspect burgles business: At 1:30 p.m. on April 5 at 35002 Pacific Highway S., the manager of Blue Island Roll and Sushi reported that an unknown suspect burgled the business. The suspect entered through cutting a hole in the wall of an electrical room adjacent to the business and stole $9,000 in cash from the

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Man threatens to kill demonic people: At an unknown time in the 28800 block of 23rd Place S., a woman called police to report an emotionally unstable man at her home. Police contacted the man sleeping at the woman’s house and he stated he had been hearing a girl crying in his head.

He said he was going to kill people because they were demons. The woman said the man also told her he was going to burn her house down and her daughter’s house down to rid them of demons. The man was transported to St. Francis Hospital and involuntarily committed.

Resident finds man with pants down in his home: At 1:30 a.m. on April 4 in the 2400 block of S. 273rd Place, a man went to sleep in his apartment and when he awoke, he found an intoxicated male sitting in a chair in his apartment.

The unknown male’s pants were down. The resident told the male to leave his apartment and the male complied. The reporting party described the suspect as a muscular white male with a shaved head and a white tank top. Police could not locate the male during an area check. Nothing was missing from the resident’s apartment.

Man stabbed: At 2:16 a.m. on April 4 at 31224 20th Ave. S., a 30-year-old man told police he was walking to a store when an intoxicated male approached him from a car and swore at him.

An argument transpired and as the victim turned to walk away, the suspect grabbed him from behind and stabbed him several times with an unknown thin sharp instrument.

The victim lifted up his shirt for police, who noted two puncture wounds on his back and one on his right arm. The wounds were fresh and about the size of a dime. He told police the suspect was a white male about 25-30 years old with greasy brown hair. The assailant was wearing light cargo pants and a blue jacket.

Although a K9 unit was released in the area and the victim was transported to St. Francis Hospital, the victim wouldn’t sign his statement because he didn’t want to “do another stint in the pen.” The case was deemed inactive pending further information and cooperation from the victim.

Driver slams vehicle into store, flees: At 6:04 a.m. on April 4 at 32935 First Ave. S., a 27-yearold man was arrested for a hit and run collision after slamming his silver 2007 Dodge into a window and wall of a 7-Eleven store.

Police discovered debris and a trail of fluid leading away from the scene heading toward First Avenue South. They also found a damaged license plate near the parking stalls. Officers drove the 7-Eleven manager to identify the owner of the vehicle and he confirmed it was the man who drove into the store. Witnesses also identified the man and he was booked into SCORE jail, pending city prosecutor charges.

Business burgled: At 10:44 a.m. on April 4 at 31248 Pacific Highway S., an unknown suspect burglarized the Taquería La Tentación restaurant. The suspect damaged a glass door, stole $1,000 in cash and a cash register worth $200.

Man assaults wife in front of son: At 1:38 p.m. on April 4 in the 10th block of S. 338th Place, a man shoved his wife to the floor, interfered with her 911 call by pulling her away from the phone with his arm around her neck, and then punched her three times on her back.

He caused pain to his wife’s back and a small cut inside her mouth.

The incident occurred in front of their 3-year-old son. Police arrested the man for fourth-degree assault and booked him into SCORE jail.

Police find man’s stolen

tools: At 12:48 a.m. on April 4 in the 3000 block of S. 288th St., sometime over the past month, someone burglarized the victim’s storage shed. The suspect entered the shed that was accidentally left unsecured and stole several power tools.

Police located the tools at a local pawn shop, as one of the items was identified by its serial number.

Police obtained possible suspect information through a pawn shop database.

Burglary: At 1 a.m. on April 3 in the 2300 block of SW 334th Place, police arrested a 21-year-old man for burglary. The caller told police the father of her child took her car keys but that there was a no contact order between them.

The two had an altercation and the woman told police she was afraid he would hurt her if he saw her talking to the police. Through tears, she said he kicked her door open and damaged her television, a PlayStation and put several holes in the walls of the apartment.

Police later contacted the man and interviewed him. He admitted to kicking the victim’s door once, causing it to “fall open.” He told police the woman was upset with him because he recently used meth and heroin but denied damaging her apartment. After a search, police found a key to the woman’s car in his pocket.

Men threaten each other with knife, gun: At 2:24 p.m. on April 3 in the 34000 block of Ninth

Ave. S., officers responded to an altercation between two men. A man, who served a restraining order to another man approximately half hour prior to the altercation, returned and accepted an invitation to some sort of altercation.

The man who previously served the paperwork exited his vehicle and confronted the other man, who pulled out and presented a knife. The other man then lifted his shirt and exposed a firearm that was in a holster in his waistband.

Homeless man claims man stole his wheelchair: At 10 a.m. on April 3 at 34800 First Ave. S., a homeless man told police he was sleeping in a tent and left his wheelchair outside.

At some point between 10 a.m. and noon, someone stole his wheelchair. The man suspected another homeless man who was upset with him the night before stole his wheelchair and hid it in the woods somewhere. He did not have any other reason to believe the man stole the chair.

Police locate stolen wheelchair: At 7:12 p.m. on April 3 in the 34500 block of Ninth Ave. S., police contacted security at St. France Hospital in reference to a man’s stolen wheelchair in the back of a truck that was previously parked at the hospital.

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“The district response team decided to put in place an early dismissal because we didn’t think we’d be able to get to the school to examine the item prior to the 2:05 p.m. dismissal,” she said. “At just about 2 p.m. when kids were ready to depart, the bomb squad gave the all clear and lots of students were able to get their items.”

There was a delay because the backpack was located near the bus area and so every school bus had to be lined up along the street. That, coupled with concerned parents rushing to pick up their children, caused significant traffic delays.

Because not every student could retrieve their belongings, the district agreed to keep the school open until 7 p.m. that day. Cook said students were escorted inside of the school to pick up those items.

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bomb squad cleared the scene at Todd Beamer High School on April 2 for the second time last week after school officials received a bomb threat on April 1, this time in the form of an email.

The email was sent at 12:15 p.m. and the school was evacuated at 12:20 p.m. because the email alluded that the school would blow up at 12:30 p.m., said district spokeswoman Ann Cook.

Using the bomb threat protocol, students were instructed to leave all backpacks, personal items and belongings inside of the school as they evacuated.

After 45 minutes, security identified a backpack they wanted to investigate and the bomb squad was called in.

However, the bomb unit was coming from Tacoma and there was a “significant

interview on April 2.

Students’ parents were notified at 12:30 p.m., 1:44 p.m., 2:19 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., after the school was cleared.

Cook said making bomb threats against a school is a class B felony and has very serious legal implications.

It has prompted an ongoing police investigation into both threats and anyone with information can call 253-945-SAFE(7233).

School officials evacuated Todd Beamer High School about five to 10 minutes early from the end of school on April 1 after students reported seeing a graffitied bomb threat written on a girl’s bathroom stall.

The threat stated there was an explosive device that would go off in the building at 2 p.m. that day, however, no such thing happened.

The bomb unit was called after staff found a suspicious package in the bushes outside the building, which

A Federal Way bomb squad determined a package found outside of Todd Beamer High School last Wednesday was not an explosive device. The bomb squad was also called to the school last Thursday after someone emailed a bomb threat to the school. File photo turned out to be nonexplosive.

Cook said many parents asked if there was plan put in place for the future if the same threats occur.

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anele McRae remembers being beckoned to a fivepage rendition of various chemical compound structures using the elements of the periodic table.

It was at a recent Decatur High School parent-teacher conference and it was her son’s work.

“Parent-teacher conferences used to be something we dreaded,” she said. “Now, it’s nothing but praises.”

Joshua Bergener’s chemistry teacher told his mother Advanced Placement students would ask about Joshua’s work and were surprised to learn it came from a sophomore.

But what many don’t know is the high-achieving 15-year-old has Asperger’s syndrome, a type of autism that affects social interaction.

“He strives for nothing but the best, he has to pass everything,” McRae said.

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there is no in-between, you based off of his high PSAT do everything and everyscores, McRae said. thing correct.”

The event will “honor, Once aspiring to earn a inspire, motivate and direct doctorate in mathematics, top students in the country Joshua now envisions himwho aspire to be scientists self as an astrochemist. and technologists, to stay “An astrochemtrue to their ist is involved in dream and, after the chemistry of the event, to prospace,” he said in a vide a path, plan phone interview. and resources to McRae dehelp them reach scribes her son’s their goal,” acnew interest in cording to a news chemistry as a release. new love. Before Joshua will Joshua Bergener he even started represent Decatur high school, JoshHigh School as ua had two high he attends the school credits in mathemat- congress, which will include ics. Now, he’s in precalculus Nobel Laureats, National and with a PSAT math score Medal of Science Winners between 560-660, people and deans of the world’s top are taking notice. tech universities.

American astronaut Buzz “This is a crucial time Aldrin nominated Joshua in America when we need to attend the Congress of more nimble-minded and Future Science and Techcreative scientists and nology Leaders in Boston, technologists who are even Massachusetts from June better prepared for a future 28-30. that is changing exponenThe nomination was tially,” said Richard Rossi,

the executive director of the to me about how he would National Academy of Future break down on things.”

Scientists and TechnoloMcRae said Joshua was gists. “Focused, bright and expelled at the end of his determined students like sixth grade year because he Joshua Bergener are our threatened violence but it future and he deserves all was right around the same the mentoring and guidance time his family figured out we can give him.” the diagnosis and that he Joshua said he’s really also had a form of ADHD excited he was invited to go (attention deficit hyperacand looks forward to the tive disorder). help he’ll get with Joshua “He strives for his educational agreed to take nothing but the plan and future a class on best, he has to pass interpreting opportunities.

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McRae said. “We struggled “He’s a totally different with him acting out in class person than he was,” McRae and I had a one-on-one resaid, noting he participates lationship with each teacher in the Ignite Program that because they needed to talk helps freshman students

transition to high school and is on the drum line.

“His teachers say nothing but praises about him. The students go to him for help and they all want to work with him.”

McRae said she will provide whatever resource it takes to help her son but can’t deny that the congress will be costly.

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McRae currently has a gofundme.com account set up to help pay for lodging, travel, food and other expenses. Although she’s been able to raise money through a medieval reenactment group that’s donated, it was only enough to cover part of the expenses.

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Students donate books to elementary school FROM STAFF REPORTS

Silver Lake Elementary students came to the school library on March 6, one class at a time, to choose a book to add to their home library.

Many of the books were donated by the students of Saghalie Middle School and Decatur High School. Additionally, books were donated by the Honor Society of Woodinville High School as an inter-district act of friendship.

This book distribution, or Books for Bulldogs, was the final activity of a

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Nearly 360 business leaders and youth advocates joined at the Seattle Sheraton Downtown Hotel recently for Boys and Girls Clubs of King County’s premiere youth recognition event: Youth of the Year. Mariana Espino, a member of the Wallingford Club, was named the winner.

“The judges wrestled with the tough decision as all 11 nominees are phenomenal teens who all show leadership, drive and have amazing character,” said Calvin L. Lyons, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of King County. “I would like to congratulate Mariana Espino on being named King County’s 2015 Youth of the Year. She is an example to us all.”

In total, 11 exceptional teens — including Mares Ortiz of Federal Way — from Boys & Girls of King County’s branch Clubs competed for the title. Each candidate was judged on leadership qualities exhibited through service to the Club, community and family, their respective essays, life goals, values and moral character, academic success and poise and public speaking.

Mariana walked away with the winning title and a $2,000 education scholarship.

“The Boys & Girls Club has helped me become responsible, hard-working and respectful to others,” said Mariana, age 16. “I’ve learned how to express my feelings and ideas—and most importantly how to be a leader.”

Local man receives Jefferson Award FROM STAFF REPORTS

Seattle CityClub recently announced the 2015 Washington State Jefferson Award winners, including Keith Tucker of Federal Way. The winners represent the state’s unsung heroes; those who are making a difference in their community, the nation and the world, through their jobs or volunteer service.

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Senior Services is now accepting nominations for the 2015 Inspire Positive Aging Award. The deadline

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King County is filled with older adults whose lives inspire us about how to age with grace, enthusiasm, creativity, hope, and energy.

They quietly make life better for others even as their years advance. Senior Services created the Inspire Positive Aging Award in 2006 to recognize these role models.

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Any individual age 60 and over who lives in King County is eligible for nomination. Nominations may be submitted by anyone who wishes to participate.

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February Federal Way housing prices, sales up from last year FROM STAFF REPORTS

Redfin, a real estate brokerage firm, recently reported that Federal Way home prices jumped 13.6 percent in February compared to prices in February 2014. The median home price was $253,200, with single family homes at $275,000 and $107,950 for condos and town homes.

Federal Way’s housing sales were up by 36.5 percent in February compared to February 2014. A total of 86 homes were sold and spent a median 51 days on the market, the Redfin data shows. The number of new listings was down by 9.5 percent from a year ago.

Redfin’s data is from their Real-Time Housing Market Tracker, which reports local home prices, sales volume and inventory. The numbers only reflect transactions on the Multiple Listing Service.

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The son stated he would return the wheelchair to his friend that night.

Man sets woman’s door on fire: At 10:28 p.m. on April 3 in the 100 block of SW 332nd St., a man set fire to a woman’s apartment door. The fire caused damage to the door and caused the woman and her daughter, who were inside the apartment, to evacuate. Although no arrest has been made, the suspect is believed to be a man who was banging on the victim’s apartment door to gain access, which she refused.

The woman believes he left while police were en route to assist. She told police there was a bag on fire in the front of her apartment door and believes the 33-year-old man left it there. The fire caused damage to the wall and front door. The victim and juvenile daughter were able to evacuate the building.

Girl claims mother hit her with golf club: At 5:42 p.m. on April 2 in the 33700 block of 42nd Court S., police responded to Lake Dolloff Elementary after a 6-year-old disclosed to a school employee that her mother hit her with a plastic golf club three times as punishment. Police observed injuries that were consistent with her disclosure and the girl was taken into protective custody.

Police obtained a statement from the mother and later seized the golf club. Police are investigating the case and charges are pending.

Man arrested for threatening woman with gun: At 1:25 a.m. on March 31 in the 28900 block of 12th Ave. S., police arrested a 57-year-old man who told his wife he was going to shoot her. The man was intoxicated when he came upstairs in search of pain medication for his knee. During this time, he threatened his wife and suicide.

The woman told her son what was going on and he went into his bedroom. However, her son soon told her to leave as the man was holding a handgun. The woman saw the man pull the slide back all while looking right at her.

As her son attempted to take the gun away from the suspect, the woman left the residence and called 911. After she went back in the house, the man went downstairs and returned with a knife and as he held it, he looked at his wife.

According to the victim, he’s told her numerous times that he was going to end her. After his arrest, police seized approximately 27 rifles and guns, a knife, rifle bags and gun magazines.

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Geraldine Mensink, 87, does not know what she would do without Volunteer Transportation.

When she decided it was time to give up her keys two years ago, the program saved her from feeling helpless and stuck. She uses the service regularly to get to appointments and said, “I love all of the volunteer drivers. They are wonderful.”

Since 1975, Senior Services’ Volunteer Transportation drivers have accumulated “miles and miles” of positive impact throughout King County. Using their own vehicles, volunteers pick seniors up, take them to their doctors and drive them home again — offering valuable transportation with a personal touch.

Clients of the program often refer to them as their “heroes,” “guardian angels” or “life-savers.” In a tangible way, volunteer drivers make a difference in the lives of vulnerable members of the community.

Volunteer Transportation currently faces the grim reality that it cannot serve all seniors in need of rides to important medical care.

Geraldine Mensink and Linda Bauer smile as they head off for a ride on a recent afternoon. Contributed photo More volunteer drivers are needed. If you have a reliable vehicle, a clean driving record and some weekday availability, this is the role for you.

For more information, contact Hilary at 206-7487588 or hilaryc@seniorservices.org. Help more seniors like Mensink get “on the road” to improved health and peace of mind.

Road to Recovery drivers needed FROM STAFF REPORTS

Mission Delivery for King County need volunteer drivers for their Road To Recovery program.

Volunteer drivers in the Road to Recovery program help patients get to their

lifesaving treatment they need. Volunteers donate their time and resources to take patients to treatment appointments and return them to their homes. They also provide encouragement and support.

The program works with volunteers’ schedules Monday through Friday.

To become a volunteer driver, you need a safe and reliable vehicle, a current valid driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, a good driving record and a background check.

Last year, Mission Deliver was only able to cover 79 percent of the rides that were requested and hope to get enough new volunteers to make this 100 percent.

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your potential. As both a parent and taxpayer I certainly hope that you will quickly confirm the school board’s decision.

Please know that your job will not be easy. In addition to all of the normal challenges facing a community with high poverty rates, our community is also still healing from the damage inflicted by our last Superintendent Rob Neu. I won’t bore you with the details of his reign of terror, but it was ugly, really ugly.

Please also know that our community is full of really passionate people, especially when it comes to education. If you can harness this passion, you will be unstoppable. However, don’t be surprised, or offended, if at times you become the target of misplaced passion. Each of us desperately wants our schools to succeed, we just don’t always agree on the best methods and some people have a hard time remembering their manners.

Here are five things you could do in the next 12 months to repair

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ear Superintendent Tammy Campbell, Let me be among the first to welcome you to the fine city of Federal Way. I must, however, admit that I was among the thousands (if not tens of thousands) of people in Federal Way who were disappointed that you were selected over Interim Superintendent Sally McLean. Please don’t take this personally, it’s just that those of us who have had the opportunity to work with Sally, hold her in very high regard. In addition to having done amazing work with the district’s finances, Sally’s honesty, integrity and common sense approach were a welcome relief from our last superintendent.

While I am sad that Sally didn’t get the job, I have heard great things about you from several sources and the school board seems incredibly optimistic about

the damage Neu caused, prove yourself as a spectacular superintendent and, most importantly, rally our community behind your strategic plan for making our schools truly remarkable: 1. Hold community meetings in every middle school, church congregation, community group and business association. Don’t preach to people about your grand visions or about how you have all the answers. Rather, give students, parents, teachers and community members an opportunity to have their concerns validated and their suggestions considered. If you really want to get answers, contact all of the families living in Federal Way whose children attend other schools, or call every teacher/employee who has quit FWPS in the last five years.

2. Ignore the ever-changing and almost worthless standardized tests. Imagine if a teacher helps a student go from a 1st grade reading level to a fourth grade reading level. By all accounts this would be considered a huge success,

It’s on you to prevent sexual assault Another movement directed toward young adults is the consent condoms campaign. Say It With A Condom released its consent line last year, and now offers condoms with sayings like “Ask me what I’m asking for” and “Get a yes before you undress.” These condoms and messages have become popular on college campuses, sparking increased Amy Johnson

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The issue of sexual assault prevention has gotten a lot of press, especially for young adults in college. The “It’s On Us” campaign promotes awareness that everyone needs to stand together to prevent sexual assault. The campaign encourages people not to be bystanders and to speak up and step up to prevent sexual assault of both women and men. You can go to www.itsonus.org for more information, and you can take an online pledge.

Diabetes costs state billions of dollars FROM STAFF REPORTS

Diabetes takes a huge toll on people who have the disease, and also costs the state billions every year. According to a recent study, the outlook on the diabetes situation doesn’t seem be to improving.

Diabetes in Washington led to direct medical costs of $3.75 billion in 2012. This

conversations about consensual activity among young adults.

However, we can’t wait until our kids are young adults to start talking to them about sexual assault prevention. The challenge is how to talk to our children about such a horrible topic without totally freaking them (and us) out.

Instead of avoiding the topic, try reading a book together. Some of my favorites are: • “It’s My Body” by Lori Britain • “Telling Isn’t Tattling”

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figure is expected to mushroom to $5.39 billion (in 2012 dollars) in 10 years. These costs and the impact on the health and wellbeing of Washington residents is why the state legislature is studying how to respond to the diabetes epidemic. The percent of adults with diabetes has nearly doubled in Washington since the early 1990s.

About one in eight adults (more than 640,000) people have diabetes, according to the Department of Health. More than a fourth of them are not aware they have it.

unless the student is in fifth grade, in which case standardized tests would label both the student and teacher as failures. Nevermind that by the time we see the results of these tests it’s too late to actually help the students or teachers.

3. Focus and publish what really matters: student progress. At a glance, you, the school board and the community should be able to see which schools, programs and teachers are producing the most student progress. This knowledge would allow us to see in real time what is working and duplicate it across the district. It would also allow you to quickly identify students, teachers and programs in need of extra assistance.

4. Embrace technology and results based education. Our classrooms today are essentially the same as they were 50 years ago. I can’t think of any other business or organization that is more technologically backwards than public education. Countless grants are available to bring out classrooms out of the Stone Age, empowering

merseng • Robie Harris’s series “It’s Not the Stork!” (ages 4 and up); “It’s So Amazing” (ages 7 and up); and “It’s Perfectly Normal” (ages 10 and up).

Each has a section on safety and touch.

If you decide to read books together, always check them out first as parents to see what fits for you and your family.

If you’re up for more than reading, you can have King County Sexual Assault Resource Center staff come to your next book club meeting. They will provide copies of the book “He Told Me Not to Tell,” as well as staff to answer questions following your discussion

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of this resource, which explains how parents can talk to children about sexual abuse and assault.

Also, you can host a Conversation Party at your next PTA meeting, or at your church or home. Gather some families together, and King County Sexual Assault Resource Center will provide party instructions, as well as conversations and media clips to get you started. Go here for more information: www.kcsarc. org/presentations Educated kids are less likely to be abused and assaulted. They know what to be aware of, they know what to do and they know who to tell.

Nearly two million more people in the state have pre-diabetes. They’re on the verge of developing the disease, but still have an opportunity to prevent it.

Nearly 95 percent of all diabetes cases are Type 2. This type is affected by things we can change, such as our weight, physical activity, blood pressure, cholesterol and smoking. Diabetes also hits certain age, ethnic and social demographics harder than others. People who are over 45-years-old, overweight, have a family history with the

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teachers to teach and students to learn.

5. Open a second public academy. Despite being one of the top performing schools in the entire state, enrollment to this school is awarded by a lottery and is only available to families who can afford to drive their students across town. Use the currently-empty top floor of the district office to house the new school and give each of your district office employees the opportunity to mentor students for one hour a week. I’ll even be the first to donate to this cause.

Superintendent Campbell, you have the great opportunity and responsibility to turn our district into a world-class institution. Your vision, leadership and ability to rally our community will either make or break Federal Way. Without good schools, nothing else matters.

With good schools, everything else will take care of itself.

Welcome to Federal Way!

Take time this month to have some conversations about sexual abuse and assault. It’s on you.

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

disease, have high blood pressure, are physically active fewer than three times per week, or have ever had gestational diabetes (occurring during pregnancy) are at increased risk.

For those with pre-diabetes, the Diabetes Prevention Program has been proven to prevent Type 2 diabetes. The program is available in most communities in Washington. State residents can call 211 or check the organization’s website to find a nearby Diabetes Prevention program.

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Ethanol, or Ethylene-Alcohol, is a sort of filler additive that creates cleaner emissions, but often with a lower fuel economy.

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Survey finds number of homeless youth holding stable

count of homeless youth in King County. Improved count methodologies, expanded count locations, and an increase in youth shelter beds compared to one year ago account for much of the increase.

A consistent profile of young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability in King County is emerging as count results are compared from year to year. Twelve percent of young people counted are under the age of 18 and 22

percent are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning (LGBTQ) youth — identical to the 2014 count.

Consistent with previous years are the percentages of African American/ Black young people, 34 percent, and Hispanic young people at 13 percent.

The stability in Count Us In demographic results adds confidence to the regional understanding of the population of young people who are homeless

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No. 15-4-02061-4 SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by an otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as other wise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 1.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: April 15, 2015 Personal Representative: Randy Forgey Attorney for Personal Representative: Theresa Petrey Address for Mailing or Service: Theresa Petrey C/O The Law Office of Theresa Petrey PO Box 1341 Ellensburg, WA 98926 Published in the Federal Way Mirror on April 10, 17, 24, 2015.

FWM2212 AUCTION NOTICE In compliance with RCW 46.5.130 Express Towing LLC will sell to the highest bidder at 35000 Pacific Highway S. in Federal Way, WA on Monday, April 13, 2015 at 8:00 a.m.

Published in Federal Way Mirror: April 10, 2015 FWM 2215 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KITSAP In the Estate of: MARK L. PLUMMER, Deceased.

No. 15 4 00163 8 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the deceased must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty (30) days after the Personal

Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as other wise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the deceased’s probate and nonprobate assets.

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NOTICE DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS) Proposed Text Amendments to Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Related to Environmentally Critical Areas (Non-Project Action) File No: 15-101618-00-SE Description: Proposed updates to the City’s Critical Areas Ordinance to comply with major update provisions of the State Growth Management Act (GMA). Critical Areas include wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas, geologically hazardous areas, critical aquifer recharge areas, and frequently flooded areas. This update includes the review the city’s existing ordinance for Best Available Science compliance. The proposed text amendments reflect the Best Available Science gaps that were found.

Location: Non-project action – Citywide Applicant: Community Development Department – Planning Division Lead Agency: City of Federal Way Staff Contact: Senior Planner Matthew Herrera, 253-835-2638, or matt.herrera@cityoffederalway.com The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment, and an environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist, Federal Way Comprehensive Plan, and other municipal policies, plans, rules, and regulations designated as a basis for exercise of substantive authority under the State Environmental Policy Act pursuant to RCW 43.31C.110. This information is available to the public on request.

Further information regarding this action is available to the public upon request from the Department of Community Development Services. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2015.

Unless modified by the City, this determination will become final following the above comment deadline. Any person aggrieved of the City’s final determination may file an appeal with the City within 14 days of the above comment deadline. You may appeal this determination to the Federal Way City Clerk, at the City of Federal Way (33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003), no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 8, 2015, by a written letter stating the reason for the appeal of the determination.

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NOTICE ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Creekwood Preliminary Plat Federal Way Files #14-100958-00-SE/ 14-100957-00-SU The City of Federal Way has determined that the proposed project does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment, and an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c), only if the conditions listed below are met. This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.

Proposed Action: Subdivision of an approximately 20 acre parcel into 24 single-family residential lots.

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Proponent: Barry Margolese, Amalani LLC, 105 South Main Street, Suite 230, Seattle, WA 98104 Location: Approximately the 31000 block of 22nd Avenue SW, Federal Way, WA 98023 Parcel 122103-9037 Mitigation Measure (Summary): The applicant’s proposal to construct Road B into and through the landslide hazard ravine and stream setback area associated with the Stream Y shall not be allowed. Road B shall not be connected to an extension of 22nd Avenue SW. Further information regarding this action is available to the public upon request at the Federal Way Department of Community Development (Federal Way City Hall, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA, 98003). Contact Contract Planner Jim Harris at 253-835-2652, or jim.harris@cityoffederalway.com. This MDNS is issued under WAC 19711-340(2). Comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2015.

Unless modified by the city, this determination will become final following the comment deadline. Any person aggrieved by the city’s determination may file an appeal with the city within 14 days of the above comment deadline.

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1994 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 25767 ................................. ARM0343 WA 07R140

1999 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

1992 HONDA

258542 ................................AOD6603 WA 07R119

256794 .................................ACE6160 WA 07R130

1987 HONDA

25854 ....................................ABT6993 WA 07R141

256843 ...............................L 862UMZ WA 07R120

258550 ..................................108PBM WA 07R131

1993 SATURN SL2

257667 .................................................WA 07R121

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256833 ....................................165YGI WA 07R122

257626 ................................AMJ0569 WA 07R133

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1995 JEEP CHEROKEE

2000 TOYOTA COROLLA

256877 ...................................921ZPB WA 07R123

257668 ................................. AJJ9645 WA 07R134

257531 .................................ADF0622 WA 07R144

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257610 ................................ ADB1627 WA 07R125

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1991 CHEVROLET VAN

1997 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY 1985 HONDA ELITE 1989 FLEETWOOD PACE ARROW 1995 FORD E350

1996 FORD EXPLORER 2000 FORD FOCUS

1996 HONDA PASSPORT

2005 KIA SEDONA

1993 NISSAN QUEST

2002 FORD FOCUS

1985 OLDSMOBILE 98

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1973 FORD P/U

2003 SATURN ION

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1998 SUBARU LEGACY

1998 VOLKSWAGON GOLF 256871 ................................ AQC2171 WA 07R145

1994 WESTERN 5TH WHEEL TRAILER K3049 ......................................3698TR WA 07R146

1985 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS

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15,199

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4” concrete with fibermesh reinforcement and zip-strip crack-control, (1) 10’x14’ and 4” concrete with fibermesh reinforcement and zip-strip crack-control, (3) 10’ x 10’ (1) 10’x8’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door with self-closing raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door with self-closing hinges hinges and stainless steel lockset, 3’ x 3’ double glazed vinyl windows with screens, 10’ and stainless steel lockset, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent. continuous flow ridge vent.

$

16,795

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29,563

4” concrete floor with fibermesh reinforcement and zip-strip crack-control, 16’ x 8’ raised panel steel overhead door, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door with self-closing hinges and stainless steel lockset, 18” eave and gable overhangs, 2’ poly eavelight, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

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4” concrete floor with fibermesh reinforcement and zip-strip crack-control, (2) 10’ x 4” concrete floor with fibermesh reinforcement and zip-strip crack-control, (2) 10’ x 8’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door with self-closing hinges 7’ raised panel steel overhead doors, 3’ x 6’8” PermaBilt door with self-closing hinges and stainless steel lockset, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent. and stainless steel lockset, 10’ continuous flow ridge vent.

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OUR BEAUTIFUL AKC English Cream Golden Retriever puppies will be ready to go to their new homes soon. They have been raised around young children and are well socialized. Both parents have excellent health and OFA health clearances. $1850 each.

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Firefighters present student AED FROM STAFF REPORTS

South King Fire and Rescue firefighters presented Decatur High School student Tatiana Jones her own AED (automated external defibrillator) at her softball game against Thomas Jefferson

New local data on tuberculosis FROM STAFF REPORTS

Every week in King County, an average of two residents are diagnosed with active tuberculosis.

Currently, an estimated 100,000 King County residents are infected with the bacterium that causes tuberculosis; and while the microbe lies dormant it may reactivate over time (which is known as latent tuberculosis). About a third of the world’s population is infected with the disease, but most are unaware.

As a crossroads for global trade and migration, the Seattle region has higher rates of active cases than the national average.

Newly released data for 2014 show the numbers of tuberculosis locally are relatively stable. The area currently has the lowest recorded tuberculosis rate for King County, which reflects a longer term trend of keeping tuberculosis under control.

Tuberculosis continues to be a threat locally but is a curable disease requiring a strong Tuberculosis Program and community

High School on April 7.

With help from her family, the South King Firefighters Foundation, led by Capt.

Jeff Bellinghausen, rallied the funds to buy Tatiana a defibrillator after learning she was one of seven students who was found to have a heart problem at a Nick of Time Foundation heart screening last year at the high school. Tatiana, 16, was diagnosed with Anomalous partnerships to ensure we are able to promptly identify, diagnose, treat and monitor all persons with active tuberculosis in King County, said Dr. Jeff Duchin, interim health officer for Public Health - Seattle & King County.

Curing people and protecting the public at large by preventing community spread of tuberculosis is the mission of the Tuberculosis Program.

Tuberculosis can be treated and cured using antibiotics, but drug resistant strains of tuberculosis are a growing problem.

Antibiotic resistance is a challenge in tuberculosis treatment worldwide, said Dr. Masa Narita, tuberculosis control officer for Public Health. To minimize this threat and cure individuals, it’s critical that we have the resources to manage each case of active tuberculosis, and ensure that patients complete their treatment.

Tuberculosis often leads to persistent cough, fever and weight loss. If the disease is in someone’s lungs, they can give the disease to others through coughing.

Untreated active tuberculosis is often fatal, typically by causing lung failure.

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aortic origin of a coronary artery, which is a birth defect that can cause sudden death. In order to keep playing sports — softball and swimming — Tatiana’s doctor told her she had to have an AED at every school sporting event. Although her school has one, Tatiana and her family worried about what they would do if she didn’t have one during an away game or while she was

doing physical activity at home. To purchase the AED, a gofundme.com account was started with the goal of $2,000. In just nine days, $1,855 was donated and the Firefighters Foundation was able to purchase the AED as soon as possible. Any additional funds will be donated toward the Nick of Time Foundation, an organization that routinely checks student athletes’ hearts every year.

Firefighters presented an AED to Tatiana Jones at the Decatur versus Thomas Jefferson High School softball game on April 7. Contributed photo

“My passion is your best care.”

Brennan Carmody, ARNP is welcoming new patients!

Brennan Carmody, ARNP, is an advanced registered nurse practitioner who is committed to providing comprehensive health care to individuals and families. It is her goal to help each patient achieve optimal health through a healthy lifestyle, disease prevention and ongoing health maintenance.

Franciscan Medical Clinic 34616 11th Place S., Suite 4 Federal Way Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Brennan offers: – Family medicine – Adolescent health care – Pediatrics – Preventive medicine – Women’s health

To schedule an appointment, call (253) 927-2150.

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Community CALENDAR April 11

Bonsai Demonstration: A free bonsai demonstration by Curator Aarin Packard will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 at the Pacific Bonsai Museum, located at 2515 S. 336th St. For more information, email info@ pacificbonsaimuseum.org, call 253-353-7345 or visit www.pacificbonsaimuseum.org.

April 12

Jazz LIVE at Marine View: George Colligan will perform from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 12 at Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Dr. NE, Tacoma. For more information contact Jim Foster at jimfoster@harbornet.com or call 253-229-9206.

April 13

Yoga Made Easy: Seattle yoga instructor, Brooke Stepp will teach core principles of yoga and how to use them in everyday settings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, April 13 in the Mt. Olympus room of Building 8 at the Highline College campus. For more information, contact AdamJon Aparicio at aaparicio@highline.edu or 206-592-3353.

April 14

Money, Wellness and You: Brian Hooks, Assistant Director for Housing and Residence Life at Seattle University, will present information on developing a budget and reaching financial goals from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, April 14 in room 204 of Building 8 at the Highline College campus.

Lunch will be provided. For more information, contact Adam-Jon Aparicio at aaparicio@highline. edu or 206-592-3353.

April 15

The Art of Wellness-Create Art and Explore You: Highline counselors Dr. Gloria Koepping and Theressa Alston will teach how to express emotions in the form of art from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 in Mt. Constance room of Building 8 at the Highline College campus.

Lunch will be provided. For more information, contact Adam-Jon Aparicio at aaparicio@highline. edu or 206-592-3353.

Wash Off the Dirt-A Workshop from Kids: A fun, interactive presentation for children and parents on hand washing, will be presented by Public Health-Seattle & King County Dirt Alert at 11:40 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15 at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kingcounty. gov/health/tsp.

Workout Tips and Tricks: Tolani Ogunyoku, Highline Counseling Center intern, will teach simple workout techniques using only your body and household items from 2 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 in Mt. Olympus room of Building 8 at the Highline College campus. Attendees should wear workout clothes or comfortable attire. For more information, contact Adam-Jon Aparicio at aaparicio@highline.edu or 206592-3353.

League of Women Voters: Join the League of Women Voters

www.federalwaymirror.com at their monthly meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 at Foundation House, located at 32290 First Ave. S. For more information contact Cindy Piennett at cindypiennett@gmail.com, call 253-777-9864 or visit www. seattlelwv.org

April 16

Healthy Relationships: Highline counselor Josh Magallanes will help participants identify the good, the bad and the confusing about the closest of relationships from 11 a.m. to noon on Thursday, April 16 in room 204 of Building 8 at the Highline College campus.

Lunch will be provided. For more information, contact Adam-Jon Aparicio at aaparicio@highline. edu or 206-592-3353.

Healthy Food: Ryan Hamachek, Director of Wellness and Health Promotion at Seattle University will offer tips on how to identify healthy foods and live a more wellness-oriented life from 2 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 in room 102 of Building 3 at the Highline College campus. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Adam-Jon Aparicio at aaparicio@highline.edu or 206592-3353.

Anime Club for Teens: Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. Some anime titles may be rated PG-13.

For more information, call 253838-3668.

The New SAT- an Overview: Tamina Park of C2 Education will present information on the new SAT at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. Teens and parents can learn how this change could affect students’ grades and their future.

For more information, call 253838-3668.

April 17

Spring Plant Sale: The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden will hosting a Spring Plant Sale from 3 to 6 p.m. on Friday, April 17, at 2525 S. 336th St. Visit RhodyGarden.org for vendor information. For other information contact the Garden Shop at shop@ rhodygarden.org or call 253-8384646.

April 18

Spring Recycling Event: This collection event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday April 18 in the Wild Waves Parking Lot, located at 36201 Enchanted Parkway S, Federal Way. Please see brochure for the full list of accepted material and restrictions at www.cityoffederalway.com/ RecyclingEvent Todd Beamer High School Booster Club Dinner and Auction: Auction and dinner catered by Gino’s Bistro and the Bread Box will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday April 18 at Todd Beamer High School in the Great Hall, located at 35999 16th Ave. S. Funds raised will support various athletic teams, music groups and clubs at TBHS. Entertainment will be provided by Todd Beamer music and dance groups. Event will include silent auction bidding as well as a live auction with a professional auctioneer. Cost is $20 per person or $120 for a table of eight. For more information, contact Katherine Hinkle ot khinkle64@gmail.com.

April 20

Rainier Audubon Society: The Rainier Audubon Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 20, at Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 51st Ave. S. Presentation entitled “Welcome to Subirdia” delivered by John Marzluff.

Ongoing

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group : Meetings are held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on the 1st Tuesday of each month, in Room 15 at Church of the Nazarene, located at 1225 29th St. SE, Auburn.

For more information contact Val Brustad at 253-854-7658 or visit www.alzwa.org.

History Seminars: Learn about history in a weekly series of free presentations by Highline College faculty and other guest speakers from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays through April and May in room 204 of Building 8 at the Highline College campus. For more information, contact Dr. Tim McMannon at tmcmannon@highline. edu or 206-592-3329.

Science Seminars: Learn about cutting-edge topics in science, technology and medicine in a weekly series of free presentations

by Highline College faculty and other guest speakers from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Fridays through April and May in room 102 of Building 3 at the Highline College campus.

For more information, contact Dusty Wilson at dwilson@highline. edu or 206-592-3338.

Pacific Bonsai Museum: Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 7p.m. on the third Thursday of each month through September; museum is located at 2515 S. 336th St. For more information, email info@pacificbonsaimuseum. org, call 253-353-7345 or visit www.pacificbonsaimuseum.org.

Third Thursday Garden Mingle: The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden will be hosting free evenings from 4 to 7 p.m. every third Thursday through September at 2525 S. 336th St. Visit RhodyGarden.org for more information and a schedule of spring events or call 253-8384646 Ext. 140.

Break the Chains of Human Trafficking 5K: Teams of 10 or more may be registered online at www.fwcat.org until 8 p.m. May 8. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 16 beginning at the Federal Way Farmers Market, located in the Sears parking lot at The Commons Mall. For more information email dawnn21@gmail.com Art History Class: A seven week class on World Monuments and Ancient Architecture in Europe and the U.S. will be held from 9:30 to noon on Tuesdays beginning April 7 at Village Green Retirement Campus, Fairfield Building, located at 35419 First Ave. S. Cost is $55 per quarter for non-residents.

Computer Classes for Seniores: Classes for MS Word, Excel, photo editing, email and more will be offered both mornings and afternoons beginning Monday, April 6 through Friday May 29 at the Federal Way Senior Center. Classes are $4 per hour. For more information, contact Catherine North at registrar@federalwayseniorcenter. org, call 253-838-3604 or visit www.federalwayseniorcenter.org/ computer-classes.

Domestic Violence Task Force: The City of Auburn’s Domestic Violence Task Force meets

from noon to 1:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month in Room 3 at Auburn City Hall, located at 25 West Main St., Auburn.

Preparing for US Citizenship: Highline College will be offering a free course for community members who are preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Test from 1 to 3 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays through June 10 and Saturdays through August 29. No class on June 13 and June 20. For more information, contact Joy Smucker at jsmucker@highline.edu or call 206-592-3856.

Summer Youth Theatre Program: Registration is now open for the 2015 summer camps. Visit rosebudctc.org for more information.

Freedom From Tobacco Support Group: Group meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday, at St. Francis Hospital, Oncology Waiting area. For more information, call Heidi Henson, at 253426-6746.

AARP Tax Help: Free individualized tax preparation assistance will be provided by trained AARP volunteers at 10 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays through April 11 at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, call the library at 253-838-3668 or visit www.kcls.org.

One-on-One Resume Assistance: A KCLS volunteer can provide 45 minutes of one-on-one assistance writing or updating resumes. Registration required.

For days and times, please call 253-839-0257.

Computer Classes: Library volunteers provide computer classes or one-on-one help to learn email, Excel, Facebook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word and more at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For dates and times, please call the library at 253-838-3668 or visit www.kcls.org.

Citizenship Classes: Learn how to become a United States Citizen at 6:30 p.m. on Monday evenings at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. Study for the interview and exam, and practice reading, writing, listening and speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-3668.

Legal Clinic: The King County Bar Association provides free 30-minute consultations with volunteer attorneys regarding civil legal issues at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. Attorneys cannot represent clients but can refer to other assistance. Available by appointment only. Please call 206267-7070 between 9 a.m. and noon, Tuesday through Thursday.

English as a Second Language Classes: Classes to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with an experienced instructor will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls. org or call 253-839-3668.

Japanese Story Time: Family program for all ages at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-8383668.

Super Wednesday- Afterschool Adventures: After school program for students grades 3 through 5 from 3:30 to

5 p.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-0257.

Daytime Playtime: Family program for ages 1 to 3 accompanied by an adult at 11:30 a.m. every Thursday at Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www. kcls.org.

Spanish Story Time: Family program for all ages at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253839-0257.

Family Story Time: Family story and song program for ages 3 to 6 at 1:30 p.m. every Friday at the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-0257.

Pajamarama Story Time: Family program for all ages at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-8383668.

Young Toddler Story Time: Family program for ages 1 and 2 accompanied by an adult at 10:15 a.m. every Thursday at Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information visit www.kcls.org.

Toddler Story Time: Family program for ages 2 and 3 accompanied by an adult at 10:15 a.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. and 11 a.m. every Thursday at Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org.

Preschool Story Time: Family program for ages 3 to 6 accompanied by an adult at 11 a.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-8383668.

Study Zone: Drop-in from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 4 to 6 p.m. on Fridays for free homework help from volunteer tutors at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls. org or call 253-838-3668.

Join the club

Veterans of Foreign Wars: VFW Post 2886 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at Steel Lake Presbyterian Church, 1829 S. 308th St. For more information, contact Tom Leonard at thomasc29@msn.com or call 253-927-1615.

Kiwanis Club: The Kiwanis Club of Greater Federal Way meets for breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant on 320th. For more information or to inquire about membership dues, contact Marie Sciacqua at sciacqua05@gmail.com or 253941-7060 or visit www.greaterfederalwaykiwanis.org Lions Club: The Federal Way Lions Club meets at noon the first and third Tuesday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on 320th.

For more information contact Bob Darrigan at 253-874-4282.

Twin Lakes Toastmasters Club: Club meets from 6:30 to 7:55 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month

at Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club. For more information, contact Don Everly Smith at TwinLakesToastmasters@gmail.com or call 425-241-4888.

Town Criers Toastmasters Club: Polish your public speaking and leadership skills at this weekly meeting, which runs 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. Thursdays at Panera Bread restaurant, 2107 S. 320th St. Contact toastmaster2577@gmail.com or call 253-735-5749.

The St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary: Group meets at 6:30 p.m. with meeting beginning at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month in the Medical Office Building, located next to St. Francis Hospital. Call Andrea at 253- 944-7960.

South King County GlutenFree Support Group: These free meetings are held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the third Monday of the month at Marlene’s Market and Deli, 2565 S Gateway Center Place. Speakers include respected dietitians, naturopaths, restaurant owners and more. Contact alandnanherg@hotmail.com or 253-839-3499.

Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: Group meets second and fourth Thursdays, starting with social hour at 6 p.m., at Avalon Care Center, 135 S. 336th St., Federal Way. Call 253-344-1767.

Adolescents of Divorce: Space is available in an adolescent patient divorce group for kids ages 10-17. The group meets monthly from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. The cost is $32 for a group. Initial assessment with a therapist will be conducted prior to the first group.

Contact Tracey Hunt at 253-3352412.

Volunteer

Historical Society of Federal Way: Volunteer opportunities include collections care, greeting public at public events, docents for historic Denny and Barker cabins, computer work, building maintenance and phone calling. For more information, contact Diana NobleGulliford at diana@gulliford.com or call 206-412-5545.

Federal Way Coalition Against Trafficking Opportunities: Local non-profit is seeking volunteers for various positions including website manager, funding coordinator, event coordinator and graphic design coordinator. Email info@fwcat.org for more information.

Volunteer Chore Services: This Catholic Community Service program is committed to providing in-home chore assistance to elders and adults with disabilities, helping them to remain in their own home for as long as safely possible. Volunteers provide assistance with the following tasks: transportation, shopping, housework, laundry, minor home repair, communications (phone buddy) and yard work. To learn more about this rewarding opportunity, contact Tiffany Perri at TiffanyP@ ccsww.org or 253-850-2525.

Drivers needed: Volunteer drivers are needed to transport elderly residents in King County. Contact: 206-326-2800 or resource.l@ghc. org.

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Seattle and Washington State have an unusual role in the Vietnam War Commemoration, a national initiative to thank Vietnam veterans a half century after the United States rapidly escalated its deployment of troops to South Vietnam following the Gulf of Tonkin incident. Many of the troops who returned home were met with disdain rather than with the thanks that veterans of other conflicts received.

Joe Galloway, the Vietnam correspondent who authored the book “We Were Soldiers Once... And Young” (adapted into the 2002 film “We Were Soldiers”), is in Seattle for a week of interviews with local Vietnam veterans. He will speak at Seattle Rotary’s noon luncheon April 15 and will be featured at a breakfast interview session at the Columbia Tower Club on April 17.

The Vietnam War Commemoration is aimed at spurring events and activities in states, cities and towns around the country to recognize Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice.

The partners’ program is designed for state and local communities, veterans’ organizations and other nongovernmental organizations to assist in thanking and honoring Vietnam Veterans and their families.

To learn how to become a part of the 50 Vietnam Veterans Commemorative, communities may seek information or apply to become a Commemorative Partner by going to: www.vietnamwar50th.com/commemorative_partners/commemorative_partner_program th

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Vietnam author Galloway to visit Seattle Joe Galloway, the Vietnam correspondent whose book “We Were Soldiers Once… and Young” and the movie “We Were Soldiers” that was produced from it, will be in Seattle doing a week of interviews with Vietnam veterans as a special project for the 50th Anniversary Commemorative.

Galloway has been going around the country doing three two-hour interviews a day with Vietnam veterans from across the services spectrum and by now has well over 75 two-hour interviews done, as he explained it, “beginning with Colin Powell and working outward.”

Galloway was a Texas boy who became a correspondent for United Press International and, in the battle of Ia Drang that his book and its movie adaptation made famous, he was decorated for heroism on the battlefield, receiving the bronze star for rescuing two wounded soldiers while under fire. He was praised by the late Gen. Norman Schwartzkopf as “the soldiers’ reporter” because of his caring and regard for those whose battles he covered.

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Washington State Spring Fair set for April 16-19 FROM STAFF REPORTS

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Once guests pass through the turnstile of this 26th annual event, there are loads of free activities that will delight all members of the family.

A wide range of activities meet a myriad of interests, ranging from baby animals to the Northwest Living & Garden show to Motorsport Mayhem, plus loads of great free entertainment. Kids of all ages like to drop by the barns and see the NW Jr. Livestock Show, with 4-H and Future Farmers of America students showing their steers, hogs and lambs.

Nearly 350 exhibit booths will sell their wares, while the midway will be alive with rides like the Classic

Coaster, Rainier Rush and the Extreme Scream. The Spring Fair wouldn’t be complete without amazing fair food, either (can you say scones and onion burgers)?

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• Kids ages 0-18 years can take advantage of free kids admission on Thursday, April 16, opening day, with free gate admission from 2-10 p.m. A non-perishable food donation for the Puyallup Food Bank is recommended at the annual opening day food drive.

• A new area this year is Fun on the Farm, featuring the ever-popular fair farm where you can pet animals, as well as Barnyard Adventure, an interactive area young kids will love. Kids can try their hand at milking a pint-size faux cow, and more. All these activities are free of charge.

• KidZone is an area emphasizing kids and their talents, plus some fun as well. The Annual Creative Kids Exhibit winners are

displayed in the pavilion, ranging from art to creative writing to baking and textiles. Students in Future Farmers of America will also share their projects in the first floor of the pavilion. KidZone would not be complete without a favorite, Brad’s World Reptiles. This is an interactive area that kids love, whether touching the creatures or enjoying at a distance.

• Tot Spot, found right inside the Red Gate will feature AG-Ventureland, a hands-on paradise for young kids. The Let’s Pretend Show will draw young children from the audience to participate in the show.

Free face painting for kids up to 12 years is also located in Tot Spot.

• The second floor of the pavilion is dedicated again this year to the Puyallup School District STEM Showcase, where students are encouraged to team up on invention and technology projects in this Science, Technology, Engineering

The Washington State Spring Fair, set of April 16-19, offers miles of smiles with a wide range of activities that meet a myriad of interests. Courtesy of Patrick Hagerty and Math curriculum-based learning program.

• In addition to Puyallup School District’s STEM Showcase, the district will also feature their Diversity Celebration, featuring student displays and demonstrations. Students will command the Coca-Cola Stage on Saturday, sharing their talents in demonstrating diversity. Guests are also invited to drop by and see some great artwork featuring the second grade art project and junior high poster contest with Puyallup

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FREE ENTERTAINMENT

Both the Coca-Cola Stage and the Showplace Stage will offer a wide variety of free entertainment. Wally & the Beavs takes the stage on Thursday night, a cultural high school percussive dance competition takes place on Friday.

The annual KMPS Showcase will be held Friday at 7:30 p.m., featuring an upand-coming country musician at Showplace Stage, inside Blue Gate. The Coats

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Again this year is the awe-inspiring display

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Garden guru Ciscoe Morris is back to answer gardening questions live on KIRO Radio on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Sleep Country USA ShowPlex.

MOTORSPORT MAYHEM

Motorsport Mayhem, presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts, is revved up to return, bringing auto action to the Spring Fair. The Monster Truck Show, produced by WGAS Motorsports will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 17. A spectacular fireworks show will follow at approximately 9 p.m.

Slamfest Demolition Derby, produced by Evergreen Speedway/High Road Promotions, will feature a slamming good time at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, followed by a fireworks show. The Sunday Demo Derby is slated for 4 p.m. The demo derbies include Figure 8s, the soccer game contest, and Slamfest heat races, as well as meet and greets with Daredevils or Disasters reality TV star, Mr. Dizzy.

Monster truck rides will be available from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, 2-6 p.m. Friday and 12-4 p.m. Saturday. Auto Alley will feature fascinating cars and interactive fun. Visit www.thefair.com/spring-fair/motorsportmayhem/ to purchase Motorsport tickets.

ANIMALS AND MORE ANIMALS

You’ll find animals at more places than just the annual Northwest Junior Livestock Show and Sale. Baby animals in the new Fun on the Farm exhibit are certain to captivate

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Spinning galore at the spring fair. Courtesy of Patrick Hagerty

kids of all ages. Other animal shows include the pygmy goat show, Irish Dexter cattle, and the Junior Poultry Exposition.

Two popular features that are free of charge to Fair attendees include amazing leaping canines at Dock Dogs, plus Swifty Swine Racing Pigs. Both draw huge crowds at their multiple performances each day.

Military members will be saluted at the 26th annual Washington State Spring Fair, with Military Appreciation Day on Friday, April 17.

As a thank you for their service, free gate admission will be offered to all active,

reserve and retired military and National Guard and their dependents, plus disabled veterans with valid military ID at any fair gate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on April 17.

The Washington State Spring Fair runs April 16-19.

Members of the military and their families find the fair to be a great way to create new memories and spend the day together. This year’s fair offers a new hands-on exhibit, Fun on the Farm where kids of all ages can enjoy hands-on animal and farming activities.

TICKETS, HOURS, PARKING

Advance discount gate and ride tickets to the Spring Fair are available online at www.thefair.com and at select Fred Meyer Stores, Safeway stores at Pierce and South King County locations, and South Hill Mall for $7.50 (adults), and $6.50 (students 6-18 years). Combination event and gate tickets for the Monster Truck Show and Slamfest Demo Derby are on sale, with discount pricing through April 16. Print your tickets online at www.thefair.com in advance, and omit standing in line at the gates.

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