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Primary election results online Results for the Aug. 4 primary election were not available before Reporter press time.

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Islander’s hydroplane wins third-straight Albert Lee Cup at Seafair

The Farmers Market, on hiatus last weekend due to Seafair, returns Sunday, Aug. 9, along S.E. 32nd Street at Mercerdale Park to celebrate its eighth year.

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Council considers offering exemptions on impact fees, other incentives

By Katie Metzger

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The cost of development is going up on Mercer Island. New single- and multi-family units will pay the city for their incremental impacts on schools, roads and parks if the City Council decides to adopt fees allowed under the Growth Management Act (GMA).

But the city has to spend money to make money. Several studies are needed before impact fees can be assessed and imposed: a level of service (LOS)-driven analysis and

a $16,600 rate study for parks, and a study for transportation impact fees would cost $25,380.

In a city where land values are high, the average home price is $1 million and rent in the downtown luxury apartments is far from cheap, affordable housing is a complex issue. With the adoption of impact fees, the Council may consider an exemption for affordable units.

The city seems to believe that switching to impact fees from the former mechanism, SEPA mitigation fees, will be cost-effective in the long run. The Council discussed parks impact fees on July 20 and transportation impact fees on Aug. 5, after the Reporter deadline. But that isn’t to say that certain members don’t have con-

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YTN is holding several performances and opportunities for youth to strut their stuff on stage all month.

The musical magic of Stephen Sondheim is the subject of ‘Putting it all Together” featured until Aug. 16 at the YTN Blackbox theater at Emmanuel Church at 4400 86th Ave S.E. Visit YouthTheatre.org for more information.

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Deputy Mayor Dan Grausz said he worried about the effect of increased fees on the Town Center economy. He said that there are already enough barriers to a thriving central business district on Mercer Island, and that the Town Center stakeholder group is considering height incentives for developers if they provide “affordable” retail space.

During a speech to the Mercer Island Rotary on July 28, Councilmember Debbie Bertlin said that she would want Island teachers, police officers and clergy members to be able to afford to live in the community where they work.

On July 20, Councilmember Terry Pottmeyer said she was concerned about providing for members of the community with lower incomes.

“I feel strongly about having the capacity in our community

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The weather last weekend was perfect for all things Seafair, including the air show featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.

It wasn’t quite a photo finish for the Albert Lee Appliance Cup Sunday on Lake Washington. But after a penalty in the hydroplane race’s final laps and an official's review, J. Michael Kelly and the Graham Trucking U-5 boat took home the Albert Lee Cup at Seafair.

For Graham Trucking, a business in South Seattle owned by Islander Rob Graham, it was the company's third-consecutive cup win, and second with driver J. Michael Kelly.

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Long career with city, police comes to a close Jolene Maggard retires after 28 years in dispatch, records

thought, I could probably do that,” she said.

After three years, she started the CARE — Community Awareness in Reporting Emergencies —

By Katie Metzger program in 1991, which was kmetzger@mi-reporter.com “very near and dear” to her.

Maggard is “a wonderJolene Maggard, lead ful advocate for records specialeveryone who ist for the Mercer needs help,” a Island Police friend told the Department, Reporter. retired July 29 She said she after 28 years doesn’t have any with the city. long-term plans She worked as for retirement a dispatcher for besides visit17 years when the Island had its File Photo ing her daughown communi- Jolene Maggard, pic- ter, who lives in Houston. cation center and tured working in the She won’t miss each dispatcher city’s dispatch center, waking up to an was a “one-man band,” before the was on the front page alarm every day, city contracted of the Reporter in but will miss the department with Kirkland, April 1991. staff (“they’re then NORCOM. like my kids,” Maggard started out in the medical field and was she said) and “just the hired in Mercer Island everyday stuff.”

“Every day was different, after taking an emergency dispatch class at Renton and that was my philosophy: that I can learn someTechnical College.

“I saw a sign outside the thing new every day. And I college [for the class] and usually did,” she said.

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The U.S. Navy Blue Angels emerge from a plume of smoke over Lake Washington during Seafair on Sunday, Aug. 2.

Biodegradable, paraffin-based oil is pumped into the exhaust nozzles of the aircraft and instantly vaporized into smoke. The smoke is for show, but also provides another means by which the pilots can track each other.

HOUSING | FROM 1 for economic diversity, and for workforce housing,” Pottmeyer said. “I would like to see this ordinance incentivize people and developers coming ... about how they’re going to develop housing.”

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“Affordable” on Mercer Island is usually defined as 60 percent of median income for renters, and 80 to 90 percent for owners.

The impact fee waivers work in two ways: 80 percent can be waived right off the bat, but if the city allows a 100 percent fee waiver for affordable units, it must make up the remainder from other public funds.

The waivers wouldn’t apply to entire projects; just the affordable units.

A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH), of which Mercer Island is a member,

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is assisting the city with its fee waiver ordinance.

Mercer Island contributes about $30,000 per year to ARCH’s administrative budget, and $20,000 for projects recommended in the ARCH Housing Trust Fund process. But most of those projects, including housing for seniors, lowincome families, people with special needs or in homeless/transitional situations, are built off-Island.

Mercer Island’s one affordable apartment building, the Ellsworth House, receives $900,000 in government funding to provide subsidized rates for seniors.

Mercer Island is the only Eastside city that funds a separate human service department, Youth and Family Services, that helps with housing issues. The City Council has also taken steps to address them.

Last year, the Council approved a development agreement with Legacy on its Hadley project, currently under construction, to designate 13 units as affordable housing to rent at 70 percent of the median household income of King County.

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f course, this will never happen to you. It was never supposed to happen to us.

But it did.

Despite several working smoke alarms, a potentially deadly fire began at our house when we were home having dinner on June 15.

It was an invisible fire.

We could neither see it or smell it. We were unaware for some time what was happening.

The fire started outside. A seemingly innocent exterior light with a motion detector on the rear door of our garage, faulted or overheated.

It ignited the siding above the door frame and from there spread up into the attic space and to the trusses holding up the roof.

Like most households, we do not have smoke alarms in the attic space. Who knew?

Mercer Island firefighters said the fire had been burning for 20 or 30 minutes before I discovered it purely by chance. I stepped into the garage for a pair of running shoes and heard a crackling sound in the ceiling.

However, at the same time our astute neighbor who lives behind us, saw the smoke billowing out from under the eaves. He knew what it was.

Meanwhile, I stepped back in the house and called to my two daughters who were downstairs.

Speechless, they ran up barefoot with the our little dog — my older daughter with her cell phone. We ran out the door together. There was no thought of grabbing

valuables or a purse. Just us in T-shirts and shorts. We then called 911.

In minutes, six fire trucks had arrived, including the big ladder truck from Bellevue. Journalistic habit dictated that I count. There were, at one point, 24 firefighters and perhaps double that amount of neighbors who had come to see what was happening, and to console us.

With few words, the firefighters took charge. After several long minutes, the fire seemed subdued. Then suddenly it came alive again sending a column of bright flame through a large gash in the roof. We could only watch, stunned and amazed.

In the end, we were lucky — lucky for the resources we have available to us — lucky it was not at night.

City briefs MICA lease may be on Council agenda The lease between the city and the Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA), which was placed on the City Council work plan for 2014, still has not been discussed.

The performing arts facility is currently sited at the corner of Mercerdale Park, on Bicentennial Park and the old recycling center.

Islanders have suggested that another location in the downtown core would be preferable.

Deputy Mayor Dan Grausz suggested scheduling the item in September or October.

“People want to know that this thing actually has a home,” Grausz said.

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The inaugural Art UnCorked 2014 event has more than 500 people in attendance. The 2015 event will include an increase in local artists displaying and selling their art, musical entertainment, food trucks and Washington wineries sampling their wines.

“This event is a model for events to be held in the Town Center that will help stimulate economic development, bolster the Town Center as a neighborhood and hub of fun activities, and foster art as a key community value,” according to the agenda bill from the City Council meeting on Aug. 3, after the Reporter deadline.

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• Review your homeowners or renters insurance coverage.

Before you tell the dispatcher what is happening, tell them your city or town first.

Make sure your coverage is up to date. Make sure you ask about coverage for any changes in building codes that would affect rebuilding is called code coverage. If building codes have changed, your present coverage may not pay to upgrade to those requirements.

• Make sure firefighters can find you.

Tell the 911 operator your correct and complete address, including streets or avenues. Ensure house numbers are visible.

Or better yet, sign up at SMART911.

• 911 calls from cell phones are routed to the

$2,500 from the city to cover a portion of the event costs, including tent and port-a-potty rentals, permit fees and advertising.

to adopt impact fees for schools. The fees would be $14,117.84 for a new single-family residence and $4,284.00 for a new multifamily residence.

The Mercer Island School District requested adoption of a school impact fee at the April 30 joint meeting of the City Council and School Board.

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Many Islanders are pledging not to text while driving. The Youth and Family Services Department’s Communities That Care (CTC) Coalition is promoting community safety by inviting residents to commit to driving without cell phone distraction. During the weekend of Summer Celebration, over 1,000 people pledged not to text and drive by signing a banner that can now be viewed at Mercerdale Park (and soon, City Hall).

The 2014 Healthy Youth Survey found that 66 per-

• Know where flammable or potentially hazardous items are kept.

When the fire fighters arrived they had several questions for me. Were there firearms or ammunition inside the house or in the garage, such as gas for the mower?

• Know the location of your electrical panel and how to shut your power down.

Easy you think — but sometimes hard to remember during a crisis.

• Keep a pair of shoes stashed outside for emergencies — tuck a couple of $20s in the toe of one.

cent of Mercer Island High School (MIHS) seniors reported riding in a vehicle driven by someone texting or emailing during a typical month. Although CTC’s primary focus is underage substance abuse prevention, the CTC-supported high school prevention club (“SAFE”) received a grant from the Traffic Safety Commission to address this risky behavior. These efforts led to the idea of collecting signatures of those pledging to “Never Text and Drive.”

Meanwhile, the CTC is encouraged that the number of MIHS 12th graders reporting having an alcoholic drink in a typical month has decreased over 20 percent since 2000.

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A first for health

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To the editor

ifty years ago, on July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare and Medicaid into law as an amendment to the Social Security Act. In that year, almost half of those 65 and older in the United States, did not have health insurance. They lived in fear that getting sick or going to a doctor would send them and their families into poverty.

Medicare officials want people to remember how it came about so long ago. But does anyone care about such an anniversary? It doesn’t quite reach the level of the moon landing in 1969. Yet, while Medicare has major problems, it was a first. A huge first. Millions have benefitted from it. The program was part of Johnson’s vision of the ‘Great Society’— a country without poverty; without racial injustice.

But such a move in the 1960s — in the midst of the escalating Vietnam War, was extremely controversial. It was not unlike the more recent fuss about the Affordable Care Act. There is no doubt that everyone knows someone who has been on Medicare. Almost one out of three Americans depends on Medicare and Medicaid for health care.

In our state, there are over 1.7 million Medicaid enrollees in addition to almost 1.2 million covered by Medicare — more than 40 percent of the state’s population.

However, it is a huge sprawling, unwieldy government agency. There is waste and fraud. Earlier this year, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) designated Medicare as a “high-risk program because its complexity and susceptibility to improper payments have led to ‘serious management challenges.’” An understatement.

Lets hope for positive change for present and future patients — and for taxpayers.

‘In 1965, half of those over 65 in the U.S. did not have health insurance’

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“I’m trying to follow closely. Growth and development are very important to me” JAN ZAGER Attorney Mercer Island

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A Trump-like view of the Island’s Town Center I started to read a letter in this week’s issue and my first thought was, “Why is Donald Trump writing to the Reporter?” After reading further, I decided that the letter was either a hoax or written under the influence.

Eighty-story buildings, expanding the commercial area because the center is “too small,” adding several hundred stalls to the park-and-ride lot, adding a free, nonstop buses traveling around the Island with no home more than eight blocks away from a stop.

That sounds like a real winner.

The letter writer informs us that the “silent majority” wants new shops, new jobs, new restaurants, new housing and new grocery stores. The new restaurants should include waterfront locations. In order to find more livable places like Factoria and Rainier (Valley?), we must leave Mercer Island.

He forgot to mention Seattle neighborhoods such as Ballard, West Seattle and Capitol Hill. He should talk to people in these areas to find out their feelings on the density and traffic explosion.

The Roanoke Inn is mentioned.

This “great” business is 100 years old and somehow survived depressions and prohibition. You might ask homeowners that live close to the Roanoke if they would rather see it located somewhere else. Maybe across the street from your home.

Finally, I assume that the writer does like the free standing Starbucks and adjacent open space. The truth of the

open spaces in perpetuity.”

Second, Mr. Hill states building MICA’s cultural center will eliminate “the eyesore of the derelict recycling center.” That area is “derelict” only because the city has not yet restored the parkland which previously occuAzaria Rousso pied that site.

Third, Mr. Hill doesn’t indicate: A) whether MICA will pay the city to lease the parkland; and B) whether taxpayers will fund any portion of Mercerdale is the kind of park that MICA’s building project if its $20 milis located and optimized for gather- lion funding goal isn’t met or if it goes ing — and there is no better place to over budget. (Is there a public or priprovide our community a tremendous vate building project which doesn’t go cultural asset designed to bring people over budget?)

Fourth, Mr. Hill together to enjoy the arts, omits where MICA while simultaneously enjoyemployees and theing the park. Located adjaater, cultural, class cent to the part of the park Send your letters to: and other attendees that folks now use to gather, editor@mi-reporter.com. will park, if streets MICA will be a wonderful Keep it brief, courteous, will be closed, if addition to the other park and sign your name. there will be parkbuildings we already have at ing charges, or if Mercerdale. other alternatives Throughout the world, great community parks have great have been arranged.

Fifth, Mr. Hill states, “It (MICA) buildings. This is a perfect place, time and opportunity for such an addition will provide seniors with stimulating creative outlets and camaraderie.” That to Mercer Island’s Mercerdale Park. language is similar to words used prior Ken Glass to the Island’s Community Center’s construction. That Center still serves seniors as well as many others mentioned by Mr. Hill.

Sixth, Mr. Hill exudes, “It’s In his July 14, 2015, letter, Mr. Hill (Mercerdale Park) where we’ll stage paints an incomplete picture of Mercer outdoor performances and where our Island Center for the Arts’ (MICA) audiences can sit and stroll and relax.”

This implies MICA will intrude well impact on Mercerdale Park.

First, Mr. Hill ignores the 1998 beyond the foot path of the Park. It Master Plan approved by the City Council in 1998. Goal 2, c, states: LETTER | PAGE 6 “Retain publicly-owned parks and

matter is that would never have been built if the adjacent apartment building owner hadn’t lost his battle to keep Starbucks out. His five-story wall on that site would have connected to fivestory walls on either side.

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The Graham Trucking U-5 hydroplane, owned by Islander Rob Graham, won the Albert Lee Cup at Seafair for the third consecutive year.

“They made it so fast,” he said. “A couple of refs got together and that was about as fast of a group effort as you can get. Unfortunately not everybody is going to agree with the calls.”

It wasn’t the first time controversy marked the end of the annual race.

Graham noted contentious circumstances were generated during his company’s first cup victory, with Shane driving the boat.

“This particular race seems to end in controversy more times than not,” he said.

Graham said he stuck around the racing pits after the event until 9 p.m.

Sunday evening, and was up and at it again at 4 a.m.

HYDRO | FROM 1 “It feels pretty good.

When you don’t expect one and you get three, it’s pretty amazing,” Graham said.

The win didn’t come without controversy.

Oberto driver Jimmy Shane, who drove the Graham Trucking boat to a cup victory in 2013, passed Kelly in the race’s final laps to cross the finish line first.

But Shane was penalized for bumping Kelly, which pushed Kelly and Graham Trucking into first place.

Graham said after reviewing some of the footage, he thought the right call was made.

Monday morning, waiting for Starbucks to open and back to the business of moving freight. Seafair is the busiest time of the year for Graham, who oversees his business while having a hand in race sponsorship and entertaining some 300 guests in his company’s hospitality tent during Seafair weekend.

Heading into Sunday’s race, Graham said a threepeat would be an amazing accomplishment.

“It’s not something people get to do in their racing career,” he said. “There are so many different winners, people put their best stuff and then some into Seafair.

“Everybody wants to win Seafair badly.”

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A large commercial truck overturned at the bottom of S.E. 46th Street a little after 7 p.m. on Monday, July 28.

Neighbors sent photos to the Reporter of the “excitement in our little neck of the woods,” and said the driver lost power trying to climb the steep hill. The truck rolled onto its side, but no one was hurt.

Police said there was leaking fluid and broken glass on the roadway.

According to police, the dump truck stalled on the hill, rolled down and drove

LETTER | FROM 5 also ignores the fact that Luther Burbank has an outdoor theater with seating as well as ample parking facilities.

Seventh, Mr. Hill claims MICA will stabilize the hillside, manage water runoff, and improve trails and stairs in the woodland behind its structure. Is this included in its $20 million budget? Or is the city, along with MICA, paying for this project in the Island’s own parkland?

Eighth, Mr. Hill men-

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A tow truck was called and the truck was removed.

tions how MICA will fulfill Islanders’ cultural needs. Yet he cites no demographics to demonstrate that Islanders might prefer to seek cultural venues that can afford high-priced artists, entertainers, productions and events in close-by Seattle and Bellevue.

Ninth, Mr. Hill doesn’t state whether MICA and/or the city will provide public toilet facilities for Farmers Market and park users adjacent to MICA’s structure.

Tenth, on the one hand, Mr. Hill states MICA will not tread on Mercerdale Park’s foot path. Yet, if one

reads Mr. Hill’s letter carefully, including Sixth above, it appears MICA’s footprint will extend well into the park.

Mercerdale Park is not New York’s huge Central Park. It is a precious, tiny gem of green relief in an increasingly dense Island center. MICA can seek other Island locations. But Mercerdale cannot. Let’s adhere to the 1998 Master Plan and “Retain publicly-owned parks and open spaces in perpetuity.”

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Police JULY 15

COLLISION: A 42-year-old Bellevue man was stopped facing west at the stop sign on S.E. 40th Street at West Mercer Way, preparing to turn south. He did not see another vehicle, driven by a 48-year-old Island woman, and pulled out and collided with the driver’s side of her vehicle, causing damages to both. No injuries were reported and both were able to drive away without a tow truck.

JULY 18 COLLISION: A 24-year-old

Island man was driving

southbound at the 2800 block of West Mercer Way. His vehicle crossed into the opposing lane of travel, almost striking another vehicle before driving into a ditch and bouncing out.

The car continued to travel south on West Mercer Way on the wrong side of the road before coming to a rest.

DUI: The 24-year-old Island man involved in the traffic accident was suspected of driving under the influence by two witnesses.

BURGLARY: A 46-year-old Island woman reported that a business at the 8400 block of S.E. 68th Street was bur-

Riding along with MIPD

By Kris Brackmann

kbrackmann@bellevuereporter.com

On July 28, I had the privilege of accompanying Mercer Island police officer Todd Roggenkamp while he patrolled the Island.

While I walked into City Hall around 9:30 a.m., Roggenkamp had been there since 5 a.m. I signed some paperwork and then hopped into an MIPD SUV, ready to witness some justice in action.

The day I went for a ride along was quieter than most, he told me. There were two other officers on this shift who shared the duty of responding to the five calls we received (strangely below average) during my ride. So although I was hoping for a car chase

down Island Crest Way, this fantasy was far too bold.

But, I was glad nothing bad happened while I was present.

My ride reinforced the perception that Mercer Island is a relatively safe communiy. There are car prowls and burglaries, thefts, and minor traffic violations. But just like the emergency kit you (should) have in your home to prepare for “the big quake,” police are prepared and ready to respond to the biggest of crimes in our community.

In between patrolling parks and school parking lots, scanning license plates, monitoring vehicle speeds and stopping for a quick break at Tully’s, Ofc. Roggenkamp spoke about

Madlyne Levengood

Madlyne (Lindy) passed away July 28, 2015. She was born August 12, 1926 in Rogers, North Dakota.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Robert Levengood. Madlyne is survived by her daughter Gae Petschl; grandchildren, Laura Petschl (Rich Heyd), Drew Petschl, and Molly Petschl (Nate Puckett); brother Don Kulseth and sister in law, Marilyn Kulseth; 5 nieces and nephews, their spouses and children.

Madlyne moved from North Dakota to Seattle at age 16.

She graduated from Garfield High School and attended the University of Washington. She was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority and was active in her sorority as an alum. While attending the UW, she made many life long friends and met her husband. Madlyne and Robert moved to Mercer Island in 1962 and resided there until 2014.

No service will be held per Madlyne’s request. Because of her life long love of animals, Madlyne requested rememberences be made to the Seattle Humane Society, Bellevue, WA. Her family would like to thank Whispering Creek Adult Home in Bellevue for their loving care of Madlyne the past 11 months, and to Group Health Hospice team for their care and support of Madlyne and family.

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glarized overnight, for a loss of $3,200. The electronic cash register system was damaged.

WARRANT ARREST: A 37-yearold Seattle man was arrested on West James Street for an MICC warrant.

JULY 20 RUNAWAY: A 45-year-old Island woman who lives at the 9000 block of East Shorewood Drive reported that her 15-year-old daughter was missing.

THEFT: A 58-year-old Los Angeles man reported a theft of camera equipment

his job. We talked about how patrolling on bikes downtown at Summer Celebration! is his favorite event to work and how Seafair is the most stressful weekend for police.

Every day is new and different for Roggenkamp, but there are many things that civilians seem to forget about when interacting with MIPD. Here is a short list: • DO lock your doors and close your windows when you leave your house or car.

• DON’T leave valuables in your car. Although theft is more common on the north end due to easy access to the freeway, south end residents should be just as

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2015 | PAGE 7 and keys to a Jaguar and possibly the residence during an estate sale at the 6000 block of 78th Avenue S.E. THEFT: A woman observed a

suspect taking two bicycles from the rack in front of the Mercer Island Community Center and walking off with them. Her son and his friend arrived a few minutes later and the friend couldn’t find his bike. The subject was located with the bicycles and arrested for theft. Two additional stolen bicycles were recovered from the subject’s storage area.

THEFT: A 48-year-old Island man said his nanny rode his bike to the Park and Ride on North Mercer Way. She locked it up and went into the city, but when she

cautious.

• DO call MIPD to report suspicious activity in your neighborhood, parks, community centers, etc. It may be nothing, but it’s best to be safe and let police check out the situation.

• DON’T call MIPD about your broken telephone or internet.

• DON’T call MIPD about a snake, bat, raccoon, or spider in your house.

Contact the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for nuisance wildlife problems.

See full story on www.mi-reporter.com for more DOs and DON’Ts.

PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2015-16 BUDGET MERCER ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT #400 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of Mercer Island School District #400 has completed its budget for the 2015-16 school year ending August 31, 2016 and has placed same on file in the Office of the Superintendent of Schools.

Notice is further given that the Board of Directors will meet for the purpose of conducting a public hearing and adopting a budget for the General Fund, Transportation Vehicle Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Associated Student Body Fund for the year ending August 31, 2016. Said meeting will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Mercer Island City Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th Street, Mercer Island, Washington. Any person

may appear there and be heard for or against any part of the budget. A copy of the budget will be available to any taxpayer making a request for same.

Dr. Gary Plano, Superintendent Secretary to the Board of Directors Mercer Island School District #400 King County, Washington Published in the Mercer Island Reporter on August 5, 2015, August 12, 2015, and August 19, 2015. #1373345.

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returned, the bike was gone.

JULY 21 COLLISION: A 45-year-old

and iPad were taken, for a loss of $15,000.

JULY 23

Montesano man said he was traveling south at the 3900 block of 78th Avenue S.E., and swung his car to the right to be able to make a left turn on to an access road. A 50-year-old Island woman struck him while trying to pass him on the left. She said she assumed he was turning right at the intersection ahead. She was charged with unsafe passing.

COLLISION: A man said he parked his vehicle at the 2800 block of 80th Avenue S.E., across from the Bank of America, and when he returned, he found a six- or seven-inch scratch on his rear bumper. There was no note or information left by the driver who hit the victim vehicle.

THEFT: A 64-year-old Seattle woman was suspected of stealing jewelry and electronics from her employers’ residence at the 3000 block of 67th Avenue S.E. A men’s watch, women’s handbag

FORGERY: An 84-year-old Island woman at the 4600 block of Forest Avenue S.E. reported two check forgeries that had occurred sometime on July 17.

JULY 24

Katherine Ann Skok

God called Katherine Ann Skok, age 91, home on July 24, 2015 after a short illness.

Kathy was a loving daughter, wife, sister, grandmother and aunt who brought a sparkling smile into any room she entered. She was born September 26, 1923, to Irish immigrants Patrick O’Brien (County Cork) and Catie Bergin O’Brien (County Kilkenny).

Patrick and Catie raised their family in the Hillman City neighborhood of Seattle’s Rainier Valley. They were founding members of St. Edward Parish and Kathy and her siblings attended the parish school. The O’Briens were rich spiritually but not materially; as a child, Kathy was hugely excited when her father traded in their Ford Model T for a 1930’s Dodge.

After attending Immaculate Conception High School (Class of 1941), Kathy did secretarial jobs before meeting the love of her life, Frank Skok, of Jump Off,Washington, a Navy veteran and UW graduate. They were married in 1952, and amidst the births of their children (Neal, Jill, Joel, and Bill), they built a house on Mercer Island in 1958 (Her sister said at the time, “Why do you want to move way out there into the woods”?).

The cornerstone of that time was the many gatherings with Kathy’s O’Brien clan, and Frank’s sprawling familyhe had eight brothers and six sisters. Frank passed away in 1969, and Kathy became a secretary at Mercer Island High School. Kathy rolled through the years of raising a family and working full time with grace and good humor. That her four children all earned college degrees gave her unending happiness.

After retirement in 1989, she stepped up an active life of church activities (at St. Monica, where she was a founding member) traveling, belonging to clubs, attending theater, both hosting and attending parties, always a happy member of many groups of friends.

We, her children, loved her because she was our best friend and biggest fan. We could tease her, laugh with her, talk with her. Her kitchen gatherings and dinners were always a special time, her house a place of happiness, her manner gracious, kind, loving, optimistic, and spiritual.

Kathy is survived by her children Neal (Janet), Jill (Bob), Joel (Flo), and Bill (Katherine Marie), and grandchildren Peter, Daniel, Lorena, Jesse, Hannah, Charlie, and William.

She was preceded in death by her husband Frank, her sisters Mary and Agnes Rose, and her brothers Pat, Bill, Ed, and Tom. Kathy and Frank were married in 1952 by her Brotherin-Law, Rev. Charles Skok. He and Rev. Pat Freitag concelebrated Kathy’s Mass of Christian Burial, Friday, July 31, at St. Monica Catholic Church, Mercer Island.

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Shore Club to host grand reopening Planning for the new clubhouse began in 2011

By Joseph Livarchik

jlivarchik@mi-reporter.com

Nearly one year after the teardown of its old building, the Mercerwood Shore Club is ready to officially unveil its brand new clubhouse.

The Mercerwood Shore Club will hold a ribboncutting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9 to celebrate the reopening of its new facility, located off East Mercer Way. Members can look forward to music, dancing and food as they take in the new and improved clubhouse.

“Our members were very supportive. Otherwise, we

wouldn’t be here,” general manager Paul Von Destinon told the Reporter.

“They’ve diligently paid their dues and supported our efforts.”

The new building opened to members June 29. Along with the new clubhouse, members can look forward to a new, expanded weight room overlooking Lake Washington and Mount Rainier, a three-tiered terrace space and a larger gathering area surrounding the pool.

The Shore Club established in 1953, when the old clubhouse was built.

Aside from an addition in the 1960s, the clubhouse largely remained the same until its teardown last September.

Von Destinon said planning for the project began

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Mercerwood Shore Club’s brand new clubhouse, featuring an expanded weight room, will be shown off at a grand reopening of the facility on Aug. 9. in the spring of 2011. The club contracted Mercer Builders and also partnered with Weinstein A + U architects, with Von Destinon commending

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Each Seafair weekend, officers patrol Lake Washington, looking for signs of Boating under the Influence (BUI) and other unsafe activities. The BUI patrols are a combined effort of local and state law enforcement.

If officers believe a boater is drunk, they do field sobriety tests.

If the boater is arrested, and no one else on board is sober or can safely operate the boat, the boat is towed to a dock on Mercer Island and impounded.

A BUI ticket is $1,000. If your boat is impounded, it will cost another $800.

When the BUI enforcement began about 10 years ago, 175 people were arrested on Seafair weekend. Last year, 35 boaters were arrested for BUI. “Our officers, along with the Department of Fish and Wildlife, arrested 16 Boating Under the Influence suspects, [and] one felony assault suspect which stemmed from a fight aboard a private boat,” said MIPD Commander Leslie Burns.

They also assisted in the recovery of the body of the 32-year-old drowning victim in Andrews Bay Sunday night at about 7 p.m The drowning victim was turned over to Seattle Fire and Harbor Patrol because the incident occurred in their jurisdiction, Burns said.

Witnesses said the man fell off a 20-foot pleasure craft about 150 feet offshore, in the middle of Andrews Bay not far from the Lakewood Moorage, according to local news sources.

They said the man kept popping up to the surface and going under. About an hour and a half later, the man was found by a police robotics unit about 45 feet underwater, hidden in heavy silt.

He had no pulse and wasn’t breathing when he was brought to the surface.

He was pronounced dead at the scene. The man’s name was not immediately released. He was not wearing a life jacket.

Volunteers needed for joint emergency drill On Aug. 20, the City of Mercer Island and the Mercer Island School District will be conducting a full scale exercise to test their abilities to respond to a large scale incident.

The city needs 25 volunteers to assist with “Operation Safe Community” exercise.

Volunteers will work at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center, located at 8236 S.E 24th St. Volunteers must arrive by 9 a.m., and will be needed until 2 p.m.

Nine people are needed to be runners — going up and down stairs — and four people are needed to assist with food preparation and distribution.

Eight can help with registration duties.

Two additional people are needed to assist as runners and help with food support at the tactical site at Lakeridge Elementary.

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both for their work.

Everything but the clubhouse remained open throughout the process, with Mary Wayte Pool, the Community and Event Center and the Mercer Island Beach Club offering facilities and pool use for Shore Club members and teams during construction.

“We’re very thankful to all the community organizations that were supporting us,” Von Destinon said.

Because of such efforts, the club was able to keep its summer season operating with minimal impact. Now, Von Destinon said the club can get back to its normal availability with the new state-of-the-art facility.

“We are super happy with the results,” he said.

“We’re looking forward to continuing with members on a year-round basis and meeting their needs in a nice club that our members can be proud of.”

Mercerwood Shore Club is celebrating its grand reopening at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9. Event is for members only. There will be food, music, and fun for the whole family.

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City to form focus group with off-Island commuters

By Reporter Staff

The city is partnering with King County Metro on a new program called “In Motion” to encourage Island residents to explore the range of travel options available to them.

The city is looking for a focus group of drivers who commute off-Island to work in a single occupant vehicle (SOV) and who may consider alternative modes such as buses, vanpools, carpools or bicycles for part or all of their journey.

If you’d like to give input on your commute, alternate services, incentives and effective communication channels, attend a meeting at City Hall from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Possible

Veteran military pilot soars to inspire youth

By Joseph Livarchik

jlivarchik@mi-reporter.com

dates include Aug. 10, 11, or 13.

Free pizza and soda will be provided.

To sign up, contact consultant and Island resident Nancy Lee at nancyrlee@ msn.com.

This effort follows up on the success of Mercer Island’s new bus route 630, which launched on June 8.

The commuter oriented, weekday shuttle service replaced the terminated 202/205 routes. It operates five trips to downtown Seattle during the morning rush hour, and five trips back home again in the evening.

Early usage data indicate that average daily ridership has risen 35 percent and peaked at 123 riders in a single day.

Lt. Col. John Klatt remembers the thrill he got as a child in Minnesota watching the daring performances of pilots dashing through the sky at local air shows.

Matt Brashears/Special to the Reporter A 25-year veteran of flying through the Air Lt. Col. John Klatt performs a barrel roll over the Puget Sound, Thursday, July 30, in his Air National Guard, he now National Guard Extra 300L aerobatic performance aircraft. Lt. Col. Klatt, who has flown the hopes to pass that thrill F-16 “Fighting Falcon” and the C-130 “Hercules” in combat, air support and humanitarian on to younger generations missions, was in Seattle to perform at Seafair. that attend his shows.

Klatt brought his aero- the other being the C-130 National Guard,” Klatt ity of some of these air batic air show to Seafair “Hercules” aircraft. His said. “My service and my show performances,” he this past weekend, putting military stints included air show career are fairly said. “Now here I am and I on an aerial display with stops in Somalia and Iraq. intertwined.” have a 16-year-old daughhis F-16 “Fighting Falcon” He described the C-130 Klatt believes perform- ter taking flying lessons. to the masses watching as a four-engine turbo- ing for crowds across the She just got her driver’s CRS, M. ED across Lake Washington. prop airplane, capable of country helps make a posi- license and is learning to Performing across the air dropping paratroopers, tive impact not only toward fly as well.”

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1238 Alki Ave SW Unit-602, Seattle. Quintessential 3BR/2.75BA West Seattle Penthouse Condo! Panoramic views of Olympics, Puget Sound & City. Spacious floor plan includes master suite w/fp & deck. 2 parking spaces & dedicated storage unit.

Martin Weiss 425.417.9595 Betty DeLaurenti 206.949.1222 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/744173

Convenient North End $1,200,000

3707 80th Ave SE. This 4BD/3.5BA home boasting 3350 sq. ft. is conveniently situated at the North End of the island. Features formal entertaining areas w/ walls of windows & privacy.

Newer kitchen w/ all the best appliances/ materials. Easy access to I-90, Seattle & Bellevue.

Jimmy Pliego 206.240.7160 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/65880

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Pending

High Bridge Estate

$975,000

16405 208th Place SE, Monroe. Perfectly situated 4BR/3BA Country Estate w/sweeping views across the valley to the Cascades.

Stunning living areas, gorgeous outdoor settings including Koi pond, 6 car garage & more make this home a Must See! 206.232.8600 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com

North End Rambler $778,000

8244 SE 36th St. Nice 3BR/1.75BA north end rambler w/ large level lot on a quiet non-thru street. Open kitchen & spacious family rm w/ fp. Expansive yard w/ patio area for entertaining.

Easy commute.

Frank Ceteznik 206.979.8400 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/84402

New on Market

$700,000

Spacious Penthouse $399,950

5027 Bowen Place S Beautiful 4bd/3.25ba contemporary in heart of Columbia City.

Modern & light filled w/high quality finish work.

Built green w/hydronic heating. Near restaurants, Farmer’s Mkt, light rail & more.

1400 Hubbell Place, Unit PH107, Seattle.

Spacious 2BD/2BA penthouse condo w/ sweeping views of downtown & Lake Union includes garage parking & storage. Full size W/D in unit. Secured lobby, 2 rooftop decks, guest suite, concierge & more.

Mark Anderson 206.931.9807 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/66209

Mark Anderson 206.931.9807 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/49877

Pending

Close-in Island Living

$396,000

7930 SE 34th St #313. Live comfortably in a quiet, convenient 2BD/1.5BA downtown condo.

Oak cabinets in kitchen & washer/dryer in unit.

Close to shopping, parks and area amenities. Parklike entry to complex across from Mercerdale Park.

Dieter Kaetel 206.427.0863 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/60912

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Phinney Bay Views $275,000

2623 E Phinney Bay Dr, Bremerton. Bring your ideas & imagination! Enjoy 75ft. of waterfront w/ Phinney Bay vistas-Olympic Mtn views, the Bremerton Yacht Club-and plenty of space to garden & grow. 16,117 sq.ft. Lot. Daryl Summers 206.697.0162 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/64085

Claudia Allard

Mark Eskridge

Mark Anderson

Lou Glatz

1021 N 29th St, Renton. Great lower Kennydale home w/ attached garage. This charming one level, 3BD/2BA home has lg fenced backyard & is close to the lake park, shopping, school & bus lines. New roof, carpet, paint & flooring. Move in Ready! Welcome Home!

Helen Hitchcock 206.856.7007 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/42348

Pending

Garden Level Condo $267,500

Updates Throughout $239,500 Great Location!

2500 81st Ave SE Unit 102. North end 2BR/1BA unit with your own yard & patio. Deeded storage & covered parking.

Conveniently located near the town center’s vibrant collection of stores, restaurants & parks.

3416 SW Cambridge St, Unit A, West Seattle.

This light & bright 2BD/1BA townhome has new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint & new flooring throughout. Conveniently located a short commute from the Fauntleroy Ferry dock & Lincoln Park.

Tim Conway 206.954.2437 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/43909

Frank Ceteznik 206.979.8400 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/50622

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Craig Hagstrom

Charming One Level $399,000

Debbie Constantine

Helen Hitchcock

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Tim Conway

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$4,800/mo

8822 SE 59th St. Light filled fully remodeled 4BD/3.5BA home offers open concept main floor living & a flexible floor plan. Spacious living/dining/family rooms overlook the sunny, flat backyard. Entertainment size deck. Great location!

Gloria Lee 206.409.7277 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/57152

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MI Little League All-Stars runners-up at state tourneys Both 9-10 and 11-12 teams reach championship games

By Joseph Livarchik

jlivarchik@mi-reporter.com

The Mercer Island 9-10 All-Stars saw a spirited run in the state tournament go all the way to the championship round July 25 and 26 in Montesano, Wash.

Competing against 13 Washington all-star teams, Mercer Island came away with a second-place trophy.

After winning the district title in early July, Mercer Island took a nine-game winning streak into the state tournament finals, winning its first four games of the tournament and beating its first three opponents by an average of 10 runs per game, including a 13-4 victory over eventual champs Federal Way in their second game.

Mercer Island overcame Walla Walla 5-3 in the winner’s bracket final round before crossing paths in the championship yet again with Federal Way, which had won five straight games in the loser’s bracket to reach the tournament finals.

Despite seeing Federal Way take the lead on two separate occasions during the contest, Mercer Island bounced back to tie the game both times. Heading into the top of the sixth

Kym Otte/Contributed Photo

Above, the Mercer Island 11-12 All-Stars cheer on their team from the dugout during the district tournament. and final inning tied 7-7, Federal Way took their third and final lead to eventually pull out an 11-8 win.

Even in defeat, manager Robin Fuchs called it a great run with a great group of boys.

“District 9 is typically one of the most difficult districts in the state, and we went undefeated through the district tournament, went to the state tournament and didn’t lose until the finals,” Fuchs said.

“They were a bunch of resilient boys who fought hard in the championship game to come back and tie it up. These 10-year-olds

did everything we asked of them, leaving it all out on the field and gave it their best.”

11-12 All-Stars fall to Cascade The Mercer Island 11-12 All-Stars saw their bid for a third-consecutive Little League state title end in the championship game of the 2015 state tournament, falling to Cascade 15-6 Saturday, Aug. 1 at Northshore Athletic Fields in Woodinville.

The defending state champs opened the doubleelimination tournament on

July 26 falling to Auburn 9-6, before reeling off fivestraight wins to reach the title game. Mercer Island smoked Larch Mountain 31-1, beat Stilly Valley 10-5 and West Valley 19-6 before a rematch with Auburn, with Mercer Island pulling out an 8-7 victory. Mercer Island overcame Northwest 9-5 to reach the finals against Cascade, a team that went undefeated throughout the winner’s bracket.

Team manager Peter Noone said that in Saturday’s final, Cascade simply played unbeatable baseball in a game that proved to be the final of the

Kym Otte/Contributed Photo

Above, Mercer Island 9-10 All-Stars catcher Nick Fuchs gears up as his team takes the field during the state tournament.

Little League careers for the Mercer Island All-Stars.

“These boys worked so hard, the hardest part was seeing an end and knowing there was no tomorrow,” said Noone, who had coached the team for six years.

“The team was resilient after getting upset in the first game, we ran off five

straight wins. It wasn’t like one or two people carried us, someone new stepped up each game. It was a total team effort winning five in a row to get back to the championship game. We wanted this bad. We were two-time defending state champs and felt it was our tournament to win, and we fought hard.”

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Enjoy light refreshments and presentations by artists and their inspirations. For more, contact Nannette Bassett at nannettebas@gmail.com or 206-232-8148.

PROBUS CLUB MEETING: 1:30

p.m., Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Social hour at 1:30 p.m. and program at 2:00 p.m. Steve Johnson, President of the Seattle Electric Vehicle Association, will talk on the past, present and future of Electric cars. Mr. Johnson is THE local authority on electric cars. Bring a friend.

GENEALOGY AND FAMILY HISTORY WORKSHOP: 7 p.m.,

CAREER TRANSITION AND BUSINESS OWNERSHIP:

7:30 a.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street.

Accomplished professionals seek flexibility, fulfillment and financial security more than ever. If you’ve ever wanted to own your own business, whether as a career alternative or investment strategy, start here and get 1:1 guidance and direction. For more, contact Charlie Magee at cmagee@ frannet.com or 360-4892153.

THURSDAY | 6 MERCER ISLAND VISUAL ARTS LEAGUE ARTIST RECEPTION/ OPENING: 12 p.m., Mercer

Thursdays, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 4001 Island Crest Way. Free, no obligation, family history and genealogy weekly workshop.

Beginner to advanced training hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All are welcome.

Contact Peter Selden at peterselden@gmail.com or 206 412-8252.

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p.m., Pioneer Park. Meet at the corner of 84th Ave. S.E. & S.E. 68th St. Register at www.earthcorps.org.

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32nd Street. Proceeds from event will be donated to Mercer Island Youth and Family Services. For more, visit www.mifarmersmarket. org.

p.m., VFW Post, 1836 72nd Ave. S.E. Mercer Island Lodge #297 invites men who are curious or interested in the Freemasons to join us for dinner and discussions.

Happy hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:45 p.m. followed by a brief presentation and discussion. RSVP by Aug. 8 to John Gebhart at john.e.gebhart@gmail.com, 206-354-7508 or Dan Taylor at dantaylor@msn.com, 425444-1688.

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MERCER ISLAND FARMERS MARKET BERRY PIE BAKE CONTEST: 10 a.m., 7700 S.E.

EVENTS | ONGOING MOSTLY MUSIC IN THE PARK:

7-8:30 p.m., July 23-Aug. 20, Mercerdale Park, 77th Ave S.E. and S.E. 32nd Street. Join us in Mercerdale Park in July and August for the Mercer Island Arts Council’s annual summer concert series. Concerts feature various bands and artists from around the region performing a wide variety of music. If you would like to support the concerts to ensure they continue, please consider making a donation. For more contact Amber Britton at amber. britton@mercergov.org.

MEETING: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. For questions, contact Amber Britton at amber.britton@mercergov. org or 206-275-7864.

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Wednesdays, July 22-Aug. 12, Mercerdale Park Plaza.

As part of the Pianos in the Parks, this program will run every Wednesday for four weeks. For a list of scheduled performances, visit www.MercerIslandArts.org.

MERCER ISLAND MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER CAMP: 9 a.m.-

5 p.m., Monday through Friday, June 22-Sept. 4, 2630 77th Ave. S.E., Suite 106-108. Featuring formal martial arts classes as well as art lessons and outdoor activities. Every Friday, we end the week with a big celebration and party. A great way to get an introduction to martial arts or to get a leg up on your

UPCOMING BANNER BANK’S COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAY: 11 a.m.-2

p.m., Aug. 13, Banner Bank, 2918 78th Avenue S.E. RUSSIAN CHAMBER MUSIC

current martial arts training. Register at www.mercerislandmartialarts.com or call 206-230-9050.

VOLUNTEER AT MERCER ISLAND FARMERS MARKET: Mercer

Island Farmers Market welcomes all helping hands.

Need community service hours? Contact volunteer@ mifarmersmarket.org.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: July 16-Aug. 9,

Luther Burbank Park Amphitheater, 2040 84th Ave S.E. “As You Like It” and Henry IV, Part One” performances presented

by Wooden O. Special double feature on Aug. 9!

For a full schedule, visit mercergov.org or contact Amber Britton at amber. britton@mercergov.org.

FOUNDATION CONCERT: 5-6:30 p.m., Aug. 15, Luther Burbank Park Amphitheater, 2040 84th Ave. S.E. The Russian Chamber Music

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Family program, ages 5 and older. Enjoy marvelous fun family movies and celebrate heroes! Feel free to bring your own snacks. Sponsored by the Mercer Island Friends of the Library. Registration not required, but space is limited.

FRENCH STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m., Aug. 6. Stories, songs and fun for families that speak French or are interested in the French language.

SUPER COOL SCIENCE SHOW:

11 a.m., Aug. 8. Presented

by Pacific Science Center’s Science on Wheels. Ages 5 and older. See heroes com-

MID-SUMMER BOOK CLUB: 4 p.m., Aug. 6. For middle school students including incoming 6th graders.

Stop by to chat with Teen Librarian Carrie Bowman and former IMS teacher Mrs. Behnke about what the Book Club is reading this summer. We can’t wait to hear about your favorite books! Share reading treats and cookie bars. Come get some ideas for reading, no need to share if you don’t want to.

RECREATE HISTORIC SWORD BATTLES: 2 p.m., Aug. 11,

Rotary Park (if raining meet at library). Presented by Foam Sword Parties, LLC. 6th-12th graders. Search for your inner hero and learn a little history through exciting simulated battles.

Discover what it might have been like to be a warrior in ancient times. Activities are organized in a safe and fun

environment with instruction and all equipment provided.

ADULTS OPERA PREVIEW: Nabucco: 7 p.m., Aug. 5. Presented

by Norm Hollingshead.

Nabucco was Giuseppe Verdi’s first huge operatic hit. Verdi was only 29 in 1842 when Nabucco, his 3rd opera, was first performed.

Nabucco has a rousing story and one great tune after another. But it was the chorus “Va, pensiero” that Italian audiences took to heart, believing themselves as oppressed by their Austrian overlords as the Hebrew slaves in the opera.

Don’t miss this powerful early proof of Verdi’s genius.

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The Mercer Island girls U14 Thunder took home the silver division championship at the Crossfire Select tournament, which took place July 24-26 in Redmond.

Playing five games in three days, the U14 Thunder beat teams from Seattle, Renton and

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A perfect day for boats and planes

Photo © Philip Newton

Far left, all six U.S., Navy Blue Angels disperse in a vertical dive Saturday, Aug. 1.

(Matt Brashears/Special to the Reporter).

Second from left above, some onlookers wear hearing protection against the roar of the jet engines. (Kris Brackmann/Staff Photo).

Above, far right, two planes perform an inverted, headon stunt with SR-520 and Mt. Baker in the distance.

(Matt Brashears).

Bottom center, crowds on the edge of the I-90 bridge.

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR T h e Pe n i n s u l a D a i l y News in Por t Angeles, Wash., a six-day morning newspaper and 24/7 online news operation serving the beautiful two-county North Olympic Peninsula, seeks a w e b - s a v v y exe c u t i ve editor with excellent writing, editing and pagination skills and proven m a n a g e m e n t ex p e r i ence. Reporting to the publisher, this is the No. 1 position in our newsroom. The executive editor provides day-today newsroom leadership, overseeing online n ew s c ove ra g e w h i l e spearheading the publication of our print newspaper and overseeing all its sections and special supplements.

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T h e exe c u t i ve e d i t o r also oversees our website (avg 1.2 million page views monthly), Facebook pages and Twitter account and helps deve l o p a n d i m p l e m e n t strategies to grow the PDN’s social media, mobile and video audiences. The right candidate can identify major news and trends pertinent to our print and online readers, edit a story on deadline and help coach repor ters into tur ning their ideas into top-flight reads — and also has the ability to quickly fix a we b s i t e p r o bl e m a n d edit an occasional video or podcast.

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CREATIVE ARTIST Sound Publishing, Inc and The Whidbey News Times, a twice-weekly community newspaper located in Coupeville, WA, has an immediate opening for a full-time Creative Artist. Duties include performing ad design, designing promotional materials, providing excellent internal and external customer service. Requires excellent communication skills and the ability to wo r k i n a fa s t p a c e d deadline-oriented environment. Experience w i t h A d o b e C r e a t i ve Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat strongly preferred, as is newspaper or other media experience. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. We offer a great work environment, health benefits, 401k, paid holidays, vacation and sick time. Please email your resume, cover letter, and a few samples of your work to: hr@soundpublishing.com

PAGINATOR Peninsula Daily News, a six-day morning newspaper serving the beautiful North Olympic Peninsula of Washington, has a full-time opening on its design/copy desk in Port Angeles. The successful c a n d i d a t e mu s t h ave demonstrated and creative layout/pagination skills using the Adobe Suite, copy editing experience, good grammar and syntax skills, be AP style-savvy, know current events, write accurate and catchy headlines and possess sharp InDesign skills (we have a Macintosh-based computer system). Daily newspaper experience preferred; will consider a t o p - d rawe r c a n d i d a t e from a weekly newspaper looking to move to a daily. The design/copy editor will produce pages and put together sections. The shift is daytime Sundays through T h u r s d ay s . T h e s u c cessful candidate also will post stories on the PDN’s website as well as have Facebook and Twitter responsibilities.

Affordable Port Angeles, gateway to Olympic National Park and Victoria, British Columbia, gets half the rainfall of Seattle yet is close enough to enjoy Seattle as well as our rain forests, great fishing and other outdoors activities and pleasant lifestyle. Por t Angeles just finished second in a national magazine’s “Best Town Ever” contest after beating out all four other We s t e r n c i t i e s i n t h e contest. Peninsula Daily News publishes two zoned a.m. editions in Clallam and Jefferson counties. Pay commensurate with experience; full benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), paid vacation with immediate eligibility and sick pay. Finalists may be invited to a tryout; preference given to candidates from the Northwest and We s t C o a s t . P l e a s e send cover letter, resume and clips of pages (PDFs are acceptable) with at least three professional references to hr@soundpublishing.com

Multi-Media Advertising Consultant Redmond, WA Do you have a proven track record of success in sales and enjoy managing your own territory?

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

Are you interested in a fast paced, creative atm o s p h e r e w h e r e yo u can use your sales expertise to provide consultative print and digital s o l u t i o n s ? I f yo u a n swered YES then you need to join the largest community news organization in Washington. Sound Publishing, Inc. is looking for selfmotivated, results-driven people interested in a multi-media sales career. Position is responsible for print and digital advertising sales to an e c l e c t i c a n d ex c i t i n g group of clients. Successful candidates will be engaging and goal oriented, with good organizational skills and will have the ability to grow and maintain strong business relationships through consultative sales and excellent customer service. Every day will be a new adventure! You can be an integral part of these communities while helping local business partners succeed in their in print or online branding, marketing and adver tising strategies. Whether their marketing footprints are in these communities, all a r o u n d t h e E a s t s i d e, King County, or Western Washington - you have the opportunity to help them with their success.

Professional sales experience necessary; media experience is a definite asset but not mandatory.

If you have these skills, and enjoy playing a proactive par t in helping y o u r c l i e n t s a c h i ev e business success, please email your resume and cover letter to: hreast@soundpublishing.com ATTN: MMSCRED Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employee (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the wor kplace.

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

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

REPORTER The Snoqualmie Valley Record, a division of Sound Publishing Inc. is seeking a general assignment reporter with a minimum of 1-2 years writing experience and photography skills. This position is based out of the Nor th Bend office.

The primar y coverage will be general assignment stories. Schedule includes evening and/or weekend work. As a repor ter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to: be inquisitive and resourceful in the coverage of assigned beats; produce 5 by-line stories per week; write stories that are tight and to the point; use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover ; post on the publication’s web site; blog and use Twitter on the web; layout pages, using InDesign; shoot and edit videos for the web . We are looking for a team player willing to get involved in the local community through publication of the weekly n ew s p a p e r a n d d a i l y web journalism. The ideal applicant will have a commitment to community journalism and ever ything from shor t, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community; be able to spot emerging trends; wr ite clean, balanced and accurate stories that dig deeper than simple features; develop and institute readership initiatives. Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to w o r k e f fe c t i ve l y i n a deadline-driven environment. Must be proficient with AP style, layout and design using Adobe InDesign; and use the p u bl i c a t i o n ’s w e b s i t e and online tools to gather information and reach the community. Must be organized and self-motivated, exceptional with the public and have the ability to establish a rapport with the community.

We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) Email us yo u r c ove r l e t t e r, r e sume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to: hreast@sound publishing.com or mail to: Sound Publishing, Inc., 19426 68th Avenue S. Kent, WA 98032, ATTN: HR/SNOQ Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com

EDITOR Sound Publishing has an immediate opening for Editor of the weekly publication on beautiful Va s h o n I s l a n d , T h e Vashon Island Beachcomber, in Washington State. This is not an entry-level position. Island residence is required.

The successful candidate must have a demonstrated interest in local political and cultural affairs, possesses excellent writing and verbal skills, experience editing reporters’ copy and other submitted materials and be proficient in designing and building pages with Adobe InDesign. Must represent the newspaper in the community and know the value and have experience with social media. Must lead, motivate, and mentor a small staff.

We offer a competitive compensation and benef i t s p a ck a g e t h a t i n cludes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and a 401K with an employer match. If you are interested, please email your cover letter, resume, and samples of your work to: hr@soundpublishing.com Please be sure to note: ATTN: EDVAS in the subject line.

Sound Publishing is the largest community news organization in Washington State and an Equal Oppor tunity Employer.

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

Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com EDITOR Sound Publishing has an immediate opening for Editor of the weekly publication on beautiful Va s h o n I s l a n d , T h e Vashon Island Beachcomber, in Washington State. This is not an entry-level position. Island residence is required.

The successful candidate must have a demonstrated interest in local political and cultural affairs, possess excellent writing and verbal skills, experience editing reporters’ copy and other submitted materials and be proficient in designing and building pages with Adobe InDesign. Must represent the newspaper in the community and know the value and have experience with social media. Must lead, motivate, and mentor a small staff.

We offer a competitive compensation and benef i t s p a ck a g e t h a t i n cludes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and a 401K with an employer match. If you are interested, please email your cover letter, resume, and samples of your work to: hr@soundpublishing.com Please be sure to note: ATTN: EDVAS in the subject line.

Sound Publishing is the largest community news organization in Washington State and an Equal Oppor tunity Employer.

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

This is a part-time position, up to 29 hours per week, and includes paid vacation, sick and holid ay s . E O E . N o c a l l s please. Send resume with cover letter, three or more non-retur nable clips in PDF or Text format and references to hr@soundpublishing.com or mail to: HR/GARBIR Sound Publishing, Inc. 11323 Commando Rd W, Main Unit Everett, WA 98204

Classifieds. We’ve got you covered. 800-388-2527 REPORTER The award-winning newspaper Whidbey News-Times is seeking an energetic, detailedoriented reporter to write articles and features. Experience in photography and Adobe InDesign p r e fe r r e d . A p p l i c a n t s must be able to work in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment, possess excellent writing skills, have a knowledge of community news and be able to write about multiple topics. Must relocate to Whidbey Island, WA. This is a fulltime position, 32 hours per week that includes excellent benefits: medical, dental, life insurance, 401k, paid vacation, sick and holidays.

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Send resume with cover letter, three or more nonreturnable clips in PDF or Text format and references to hr@soundpublishing.com or mail to: HR/GARWNT Sound Publishing, Inc. 11323 Commando Rd W, Main Unit Everett, WA 98204

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EDITOR Sound Publishing has an immediate opening for Editor of the Journal of the San Juans in the beautiful San Juan Isl a n d s o f Wa s h i n g t o n state. This is not an entry-level position. Requires a hands-on leader with a minimum of three years newspaper experience including writing, editing, pagination, photography, and InDesign skills. editing and monitoring social media including Twitter, FaceBook, etc.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) If you are interested, please email your cover letter, r e s u m e, a n d u p t o 5 samples of your work to: hr@soundpublishing.com Please be sure to note: AT T N : E D J S J i n t h e subject line.

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COLDWELL BANKER BAIN MERCER ISLAND OFFICE | 7808 SE 28th Street #128, Mercer Island |

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To see every home that is for sale in Western Washington go to coldwellbankerbain.com

Washington Park $6,200,000

Gated estate sited privately off coveted McGilvra Blvd. This 2012 Classic Revival home offers the perfect blend of tradition w/all of the amenities for today’s lifestyles.

5BR/7.75BA. #821520 Julie Green 206-930-0511

N’End View Home $1,589,000

Move to this fabulous home for Summer, northend private site w/amazing view, impressive living rm. Cook’s kitchen off of FR lined w/ greenhouse windows. 4 BRS, AC, low maintenance yard #789694 Linda Tsang 206-230-5505

Mercer Ridge

North End

Stunning residence for the discriminating buyer; wonderful formal rooms flow from the central double-storied foyer. Curved walls, high ceilings and rich finish work define the space. #818300 Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

$2,498,000

Sunlight reflects off of the waters that front this special island home. Rare 210 ft. steel dock for your boat and pier fishing which is shared by only one neighbor #455424 Doug Shih 206-230-5364

First Hill

$1,550,000

Medina

$1,518,000

New! Luxury!

$1,499,999

Sammamish

Watch amazing Blue Angel Air Shows from your own deck! Incredible views of Lake WA, Seattle, Mountains & sunsets.

5 bed/3.75 bath home is located on the convenient North End. #802344 Shelly Zhou 425-802-5667

This 2-story immaculate home is bright and spacious, w/an open floor plan, granite kitchen counter tops & 1-yr new stainless steel appliances. 4BR/2.5BA. Don’t miss this Medina charm! #806150 Shelly Zhou 425-802-5667

NOW COMPLETE! Luxurious contemporary gated & fully fenced residence in Redmond area; close to MSFT; exquisitely finished designer touches throughout this 5BR, 3.5BA home. #76618 Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

Bellevue

Stunning contemporary home w/20’ floor-to-ceiling glass windows sits on newly finished landscape in sought after Enatai. 3BR/3.5BA. Best value in west Bellevue. Move-in ready! #826241 Shelly Zhou 425-802-5667

$875,000

First time on market in 43 years, this grand Colonial has the largest lot on the block! Completely re-wired & replumbed with copper piping + newly finished oak hardwood floors. #820565 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093

$775,000

Bremerton SS

$749,900

Federal Way

$510,000

◆ Canyon Park

Charming MI rambler located on a large, flat lot just minutes from I-90. Great investment opportunity or add your personal touches to make this gem your own. 4BR/2.5BA. #807973 Nick Bisceglia 253-223-9077 Becky Nadesan 206-972-1113

This amazing 3BR/2.75BA home sits on beautiful Ostrich Bay and features a boat launch, covered patio, deck. There is also a guest house with a carport and 3 car garage. Short Sale. #810280 James Shute 206-230-5421

$2,250,000 DREAM HOME LAND $710,000

$848,500

Beautiful 19,360sf mid-island building lot zoned R9.6. Westerly territorial and lake views with a potential 2-lot short plat. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac. #574116 Keith McKinney 206-230-5380

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

$2,595,000

A secluded and most desirable Estate property, newly redesigned and inspired in 2015 by Johnson Design. Practice putting with views Mt. Rainier and the Cascades!

7BR/6.5BA. #804276 Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

$910,000

Builders, developers and investors take notice! Desirable Pine Lake Community surrounded by elegant custom homes. Over 3.5 acres, zoned R-4, opportunity for development. #788543 Curt Peterson 206-230-5480

Mercer Island

South End

Mercerwood

Live in a serene natural wonderland with wildlife and old growth trees. This one-of-a -kind home was recently and impeccably built for a contractor. No expense was spared. 4BR/2.75BA. #827568 Curt Peterson 425-503-4230

Sammamish

$2,700,000

Perfectly positioned on the crest of Belmont Court, enjoying spectacular SW & NW sunsets, views of the lake, city & mountains; panorama from almost every window. 4BR/3.75BA. #790219 Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

$989,000

Spacious 4 bedroom + Office, 3 bathroom home on the south end of Mercer Island.

Easy distance to shops, schools, several parks & beaches. This 2810SF home sited on a lovely 13,556SF lot #809597 Becky Nadesan 206-230-5377

Redmond

Clyde Hill

Dream House LAND FOR SALE, .363 Acre Located on West Side of East Mercer Way. Grab Your Builder & Your Ideas For Your New Home, May Be Winter Peak Views, Depending on Your Plans. #775221 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

BUILD NEW

Timeless, traditional floorplan w/formal living & dining + informal family rm & nook area. Extensive hardwood flooring on both floors, gourmet kitchen w/upgraded granite countertops + SS applcs. 3BR/2BA. #820992 Michele Schuler 206-992-2013

IDEAL MI LOT!

$829,000

$459,000

The Pursuit of Perfection at Waterford North Creek. Defining strength of design ~ threading creative living spaces into a journey of innovative precision & comfort.

3BR/2.5BA, 2,348SF. #826190 James Laurie 425-466-3672

$428,500 Greenwater

WOW! Beautiful 17,877 sf park-like sylvan site in premier mid-Island E. Mercer neighborhood! All utilities in! Bank finance available. Call for details. #797307 Natalie Malin 206-232-3240 Keith McKinney 206-230-5380

$575,000 Capitol Hill

Lot For Sale on SW End of Street of Established Homes w/Greenbelt to the West.

Beautiful, Natural Setting. Lot Extends From North to South w/Stream Passing Through at South End of Lot. #775235 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

Seattle

Whidbey Island $2,250,000

$1,295,000

Contemporary architectural piece nestled in coveted Rock Meadow Farm Community. Awash in natural light, featuring an open concept & custom design in a tranquil setting. Great schools #802991 Tom Wu 206-240-7300

◆ Sheridan Beach

$779,500

Blocks from deeded beach club & waterfront, this rare to find, 3 bedroom, 2 bath awaits your personal vision to create the ultimate dream home. Spectacular Views of Lk WA & Mt. Rainier #824475 Julie Green 206-230-5388

Everett

$295,000

Spacious & updated, this move in ready townhome backs to protected green space & offers an airy, light filled, open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings & new Milgard windows. 3BR/2.5BA. #816701 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093

$118,500

Your year round recreation oasis waits! Enjoy endless summer & winter fun at this pristine Crystal River Ranch property! 1/2 ac+ this flat, corner lot is close to playground & clubhouse #770312 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093 Keith McKinney 206-230-5380

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New on Market

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$350,000

Rare find. 3 adjacent lots totaling 15,000sqft.

Build your dream home or 2 townhomes.

Lake Union & Queen Anne views, walk to city center, Broadway & more. Amazing location! #678887 Patricia Temkin 206-579-5073

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