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Moratorium on residential applications in commercial zone

BY ROBERT WHALE rwhale@auburn-reporter.com

Two-hundred-and-sixty-one parcels within Auburn City limits are within the C1 zoning designation.

But for the last year or so, the City has been receiving and processing applications for residential uses on such properties that had been intended for light commercial uses only.

On Monday evening the

Auburn City Council voted 7-0 to place a one-year freeze on the practice.

As Kevin Snyder, director of community development and public works for the City of Auburn told council members

before the vote, in the interval the City has been accepting such applications, staff have been talking with Mayor Nancy Backus about whether the City should keep allowing this to happen.

“Previous council action has al-

lowed residential land uses within the zone,” Snyder explained, adding that staff recently determined that the right thing to do would be to “take a timeout,” thereby [ more ZONING page 7 ]

Dennis Brooke, a native Auburnite, releases in February his first book, ‘The Last Apostle’, a hypothetical account of Apostle John as he journeys through time.

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The Green River reached a Phase 3 flood alert level early Wednesday with moderate flooding possible in rural areas upstream of Auburn. The King County Flood Warning Center notes that areas protected by levees in the Green River Valley, including Auburn, likely won’t be affected by river flooding. Heavy rain left numerous areas of standing water in Auburn over the last 48 hours. ROBERT WHALE, Auburn Reporter

Guier honored to begin full term as Pacific mayor

Pacific Municipal Court Judge Stephen Rochon swears in Pacific Mayor Leanne Guier during a ceremony at City Hall on Monday.

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BY MARK KLAAS mklaas@auburn-reporter.com

As far as Leanne Guier is concerned, the job is never finished.

The Pacific mayor has so much to do in her first official, full four-year term in office.

“I’m looking forward to continuing what we [ more PACIFIC page 7 ]

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What if? Author puts immortal Apostle John to the test in book

BY ROBERT WHALE rwhale@auburn-reporter.com

Auburn native Dennis Brooke, a 1978 Auburn High School graduate and a former Air Force officer, releases his first novel, “The Last Apostle,” in February. The book imagines that the Apostle John did not die in Ephesus as history records but that Jesus granted him life until his own return.

At present the Apostle lives in Seattle, but his friends and others are beginning to suspect who he is. The book is the first installment in a series imagining the life of the beloved Apostle throughout the millennia.

Reporter: So, tell us about your novel.

Brooke: It’s a what-if story. It’s really all about the Gospel of John, where Peter and Jesus are [ more BROOKE page 12 ]

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Auburn embraced the holiday season with its traditional downtown parade, tree lighting and other festive activities last Saturday.

Above, Mayor Nancy Backus joins Stefany Sanchez and Santa to turn on the switch, lighting the Christmas tree in the City Hall Plaza, right.

Families and children participate in the Santa Parade, below.

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Auburn man pleads not guilty to shooting woman to death

BY ROBERT WHALE rwhale@auburn-reporter.com

Prosecutors allege that Francisco Javier Escobedo and Alize Gonzales were arguing about drugs in the early morning hours of Nov. 10 when he shot her and later dumped her body alongside a road in Kent.

The Auburn man, 30, pleaded not guilty Dec. 1 to a charge of second-degree murder for what the King County Prosecutor alleges was his fatal shooting of the 19-year-old woman.

Escobedo is in jail with bail set at $2 million. A case setting hearing is at 1 p.m., Monday, Dec. 14 in court-

room GA of the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent.

Here is what happened, according to eyewitness accounts contained in the Determination for Certification of Probable Cause, which the Auburn Police Department filed on Nov. 17.

Gonzalez, Escobedo and two others spent the day and night of Nov. 9 in Escobedo’s apartment at 3312 I St. NE in Auburn, consuming illegal drugs, according to the police account. At about 2 a.m., Escobedo and Gonzalez began to argue, she calling him names and cursing him for not having

provided more drugs.

At one point, according to the police account, Escobedo pulled a handgun from his pants pocket, pushed Gonzalez away, pointed the gun at her and, within a foot of her head, shot her in the neck.

According to the account, Gonzalez immediately dropped against a wall, where she appeared to be dead.

According to one of the witnesses, having fired, Escobedo picked up the spent casing, commenting that he was going to leave to “get rid of the gun.� At that point, the witnesses fled the apartment.

At about 4 p.m. Nov. 10, according to the police account, a woman’s body was found alongside a road in Kent. Following up on what they had learned, police detectives served a search warrant on Escobedo’s apartment, where they found blood on the carpet near the corner of the bedroom, a dent near the bottom of the wall above

according to the account, he admitted to returning to the apartment and placing Gonzalez’ body in a blanket and searching for a spot to dump her body along the road in Kent.

Escobedo admitted to being a convicted felon in California, and so forbidden from having a firearm, according to the police account.

the blood stain, a suspected bullet hole through the window and a bag containing Gonzalez’ identity a few feet from the corner.

Police arrested Escobedo in Kent on Nov. 11 as he was starting his work day.

According to the police account, Escobedo subsequently kept changing his story about what had happened. Eventually, however,

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Low-impact development regulations, standards are coming to Auburn soon

BY ROBERT WHALE rwhale@auburn-reporter.com

Such rules will have far reaching implications on all land within Auburn city limits, affecting how residents, businesses, property owners land developers operate and develop their properties.

And how Auburn carries out future City capital projects and performs maintenance and operations activities.

While Auburn and other communities in the state have been voluntarily adopting low-impact-development-related regulations for several years, the edict

from Washington state’s Department of Ecology has just come down: cities have to have such low-Impactdevelopment-related regulations and standards in place

by Dec. 31, 2016.

Which, of course, will affect a project’s bottom line.

Brice Maryman of the consultant group SVR/ MIG recently provided City Councilmembers with an introduction to LID and its potential benefits to and affects on Auburn, the beginning of a series of presentations that the consultant and staff will make to the council and planning commission over the next

12 months as part of its broader publication efforts. “What’s important to understand about lowimpact development is that this is something that all communities in the state of Washington are dealing with,� Kevin Snyder, Auburn’s director of community development and public works, told the City Council last week. “This is something that has been voluntary for the last several years, and some communities have moved forward on.

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Sounder train strikes, kills Seattle man

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A Sounder commuter train hit and killed a 58-year-old Seattle man on the Burlington Northern Santa Fe tracks just north of the 15th Street overpass Tuesday morning.

“We got the call about 6:37 a.m. that a northbound Sound Train had hit a pedestrian,” said Auburn Police Cmdr. David Colglazier. “We have no

details as to how he got on the track.”

Operated by BNSF crews, the train was traveling from Tacoma to Seattle at about 40 mph, according to BNSF Spokesman Gus Melonas.

“The crew observed a subject in the middle of the tracks, hit the whistle and went into an emergency brake application, but the subject was struck,” Melonas said.

Melonas said Tuesday’s collision was the 26th

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train-pedestrian fatality in Washington state this year to date.

“Twenty-four of the 26 have occurred on BNSF tracks,” Melonas said, noting that that grim statistic sets a record for the highest number of fatal train accidents in the state in the last 20 years.

Melonas said the subsequent investigation stopped train and passenger service in local areas south of Seattle for two hours.

Auburn Police responded to the following calls for service, among many others, between Nov. 25 and Dec. 6:

Nov. 25 Pot: 3 p.m., 711 E. Main St. Auburn High School authorities suspended a student for having marijuana at school and law enforcement subsequently charged said student with said crime.

Nov. 30 Burglary: 2:04 a.m., 917 Auburn Way S. After a burglar or burglars stole vehicle keys from U-Haul, he, she or they stole two business vehicles, a cargo van and a box truck.

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Burglary: Overnight, 710 Auburn Way S. A burglar or burglars hit the Taco Bell construction site.

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Theft: 7:05 p.m., 1701 Auburn Way S. During the five-minute interval a man was inside Walgreens, someone snuck into his unlocked car and stole his wallet.

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Disorderly conduct: 4:30 a.m., 202 N. Division. Police busted a man for disrupting MultiCare Auburn Medical Center in some undisclosed way that officers nevertheless deemed disorderly.

Dec. 1 Vandalism: 3:30 p.m., 400 F St. SE. Suspected gang members slobbered graffiti on a bridge underpass.

Arson: Overnight, 1300 block of V Street Northwest. Somebody set ablaze a vehicle parked in the driveway of a residence, causing minor damage.

Dec. 2 Theft: 3:40 p.m., 1900 block of 69th Street Southeast. Some thieving so and so plucked two UPS packages from a front porch and scuttled off with them.

Trespassing: 7:50 p.m., 1002 37th St. NW. Police gave the “git” to a man and a woman caught in a PSE substation.

Dec. 3 Trespassing: 9:50 p.m., 500 4th St. NE. Police arrested then released

evaluating a man who was struggling to breathe, they left him at home with his wife

Dec. 2

The Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 219 calls for service between Nov. 30 and Dec. 6, among them the following:

Aid call: 4:30 p.m., (Pacific).

Firefighters evaluated an older man who’d been found crawling along a sidewalk, and a private ambulance transported him to a local hospital.

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Aid call: 9 p.m., (South Auburn).

Firefighters evaluated an elderly gentleman who was complaining of chest pain and transported him to a local hospital for further treatment.

Car vs. school bus: 7:07 a.m., (Lea Hill). Having responded to a car vs. school bus accident, firefighters soon determined no one was hurt and turned the scene over to Auburn Police.

Dec. 1 Aid call: 5:40 p.m., (Algona).

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Dec. 4 Accident: 10:26 a.m., (Auburn).

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Burglary: Overnight, 1611 West Valley Highway S. Somebody entered the storage yard of a business and made off with a motorcycle.

Assault with a firearm: 3:21 p.m., 200 block of 15th Street Northeast. Multiple subjects attacked a man, knocked him to the ground and shot him, all completely random, he said, adding he knew of no reason why such a thing would happen.

Theft: 10:50 p.m., 13300 block of Southeast 311th Place. A resident called to report the theft of a Christmas decoration from his yard.

Theft: Overnight, 6000 East Valley Highway E. Somebody stole a Caterpillar brand, 305 mini excavator from a road construction site.

Dec. 6 Auto theft: 5:35 p.m., 1300 block of 17th Street Southeast. A boy stole a car from a dealership, whereupon police gave chase and busted him.

Responding to a two-car accident and finding a young woman with neck pain, firefighters treated her on scene and a private ambulance transported her to MultiCare Auburn Medical Center (MAMC).

Dec. 5 Aid call: 4:45 p.m., (Lakeland Hills).

Firefighters treated a man who had fallen, and a private ambulance transported him in stable condition to a local hospital.

Dec. 6 Aid call: 7:50 a.m., (Auburn). Once firefighters and King County Medics had determined that a man in the throes of chest pain was not suffering from heart-related issues, a private ambulance motored the man to MAMC for follow-up care.

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O Q U O T E O F N O T E :

“With these irrational statements, Mr. Trump both misrepresents Americans and puts our national security at risk by doing exactly what ISIS wants. ‘ – Congressman Adam Smith, D-WA, condemning Donald Trump’s recent remarks and proposal to bar all Muslims from entering the United States.

THE PETRI DISH

Inslee takes on the world over climate

Jerry Cornfield

COMMENTARY

Nothing like a few days away from the office to get one’s spirit rejuvenated and energy recharged.

For Gov. Jay Inslee, it came in a trip to Paris, where he attended the international confab on climate change.

He hung out with folks who share his view that climate change poses the greatest threat to the continued existence of humanity on this planet, folks obsessed with slowing the damage through every political and regulatory means possible.

The experience refueled Inslee’s confidence that reducing emissions of pollution-causing carbon and other greenhouse gases is a concern shared by leaders of cities, states, provinces and nations worldwide.

“I don’t want to be too carried away by this moment,” he told reporters on a conference call Tuesday. “This has been an inspirational group that I’ve been talking to the last few days in Paris. I’m glad I’m here.”

Inslee returned to Olympia on Wednesday, a place where he’s thus far failed to move any significant carbon emission reduction legislation due to opposition from Republicans and the reluctance of his fellow Democrats.

Now he’s trying to do so by rewriting the state’s clean air rules, a strategy that isn’t subject to legislative approval. But this effort may wind up helping clean the air above Quebec City or Los Angeles before it does Everett or Seattle.

At Inslee’s direction, the Department of Ecology is crafting the rules to establish limits on the amount of carbon pollution emissions for 31 companies and investorowned utilities representing Washington’s largest emitters of pollutants.

Over time, the cap for each emitter will be slowly reduced. Companies will be required to meet their first emission reduction deadline in 2020.

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“ Do you plan to spend more on gifts this holiday season? ” No: 94% Yes: 6%

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Letters policy

I am a social worker who is in the third and final year of a social work masters program at the University of Washington-Tacoma. I work closely with children and families every day.

I understand Auburn sees a lot of homelessness and poverty and deals with issues associated with those plights, such as youth dropping out of school. I believe the City of Auburn is deeply committed to helping its youth and those in need.

There is a correlation between high poverty and low test scores. However, based off a Brookings Institute study, this does not apply to Auburn elementary schools, which have had high test scores and performed better than schools in higher economic districts.

I would like to see Auburn

The Auburn Reporter welcomes letters to the editor on any subject. Letters must include a name, address and daytime phone number for verification purposes.

Letters may be edited for length. Letters should be no more than 250 words in length.

Submissions may be printed both in the paper and electronically.

Deadline for letters to be considered for publication is 2 p.m. Tuesday. continue to be a model for success.

I researched several different dropout prevention programs used in other cities and schools, and there is one that perhaps the Auburn School District could consider implementing: Read and Ride.

The program, designed by

school counselor Scott Ertl, sets up 25-to-30 stationary bikes in a room, which children and teachers can use to read as they ride. The program helps calm and focus fidgety children. It also provides children with extra energy and allows them to have fun while they learn.

A bike can also be set up in a classroom. If a child has too much energy or becomes disruptive, instead of sending the child to the principal’s office, that child could get on the bike, peddle for minutes and follow along with the class.

The program is in more than 50 schools in 28 states.

According to Ertl, there is little or no cost for the school.

Schools can pursue a grant to purchase bikes or advertise for donated bikes from health clubs and people within the community. [ more LETTERS page 6 ]

OUR TURN

Green River College stays true to its mission, despite criticism When Hayes Holman proposed the creation of Green River College more than 50 years ago, his goal was to improve lives and strengthen the economy of our area through educational opportunities for all citizens in our communities.

Over the past 50 years, the college has conferred more than 64,000 degrees and certificates.

Green River graduates have realized

a median income increase of more than $259,000 throughout their lives. The college has provided a $16.6 billion impact to our communities.

These influences have allowed our students to leave a legacy of poverty and enter a new era of prosperity in their lives. Our faculty, staff and administrators have personally helped to guide our

students onto a path of learning, fulfillment and achievement.

Between 2005 and 2014, Green River College increased its completion rate by 44 percent, despite the fact that faculty on campus have chosen not to participate in efforts aimed at increasing student success, such as a proposed Title III grant, which would have secured greater equity for our students and nar-

rowed the achievement gap.

The college has expanded opportunities available to our students through the addition of new bachelor of applied science degrees, which ensure that Green River graduates can find high-wage, highdemand jobs after graduation. This progress has occurred, despite [ more OUR TURN page 6 ]

[6] December 11, 2015 JACKSONS FOOD STORES and the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV) launch the Give the Gift of Peace campaign, a holiday season effort that runs through Dec. 25 to raise funds for the prevention of domestic violence.

The campaign – now in its 12th year – helps spread community awareness and spur legislative efforts to ensure funding priorities for domestic violence victims.

Contributions can be made in increments of $1, $5 or $10 at any Jacksons Food Stores location. At the end of the campaign, John Jackson, the stores’ chief executive officer, will match all customer contributions dollar for dollar up to $75,000, with all the proceeds going to the WSCADV. To learn more, please visit wscadv.org and www.jacksons.com.

www.auburn-reporter.com [ CORNFIELD from page 5 ] At that time, companies or utilities that exceed their assigned cap can avoid penalties by investing in other pollution-reduction efforts in the state.

Or, they may be able to comply by going out of state and purchasing carbon pollution credits in cap-and-trade markets operating in places like California or the province of Quebec.

In other words, a company could avoid punishment for polluting too much in Washington by helping reduce pollution somewhere else in the world.

“We have made no final decisions,” Inslee said.

But the rule would reduce carbon pollution and reduce costs for Washington businesses doing their best to meet the standards,

he said.

“Our air becomes cleaner any time we reduce air pollution anywhere in the world,” he said.

“It doesn’t matter where coal is burned, it ends up in our water in Puget Sound and in our kids’ lungs. Perhaps not so much the particulates, but the carbon dioxide is a worldwide phenomenon.

“So, when we (eliminate) a ton of coal being burned in Quebec it has an impact on improving our situation in Washington,” he said.

A draft of the rule is expected to be released in the next few weeks, followed by months of review and public hearings before possible adoption in late 2016.

Free screening: Documentary takes a look at homeless problem The City of Auburn – commemorating National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day – presents a free screening of the documentary, “Storied Streets”, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 at the Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Directed by Thomas A. Morgan and Jack Henry Robbins, “Storied Streets” explores the issue of homelessness throughout the country.

National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day is Dec. 21 – the longest night of the year.

For more information, visit www.storiedstreets.com.

Political reporter Jerry Cornfield’s blog, The Petri Dish, is at www.heraldnet.com.

Contact him at 360-352-8623; jcornfield@heraldnet.com and on Twitter at @ dospueblos

[ LETTERS from page 5 ] [ OUR TURN from page 5 ] college is neglecting our the unfair criticisms aimed at the motivation for development of these new degree offerings.

Green River has secured more than $891,000 from the National Science Foundation to build a mechatronics program jointly offered through partnerships with the Kent School District and Boeing, despite claims that the

community.

Although recent articles discuss the breakdown of shared governance at the college, Green River has launched a participatory governance model on campus, which allows for decision-making from constituents across all areas of the college. This model has been instrumental in moving forward programs and processes on campus,

despite faculty resistance and falsehoods spread about this process.

The college’s dedication to the success of its students is unwavering, despite the environment on campus.

Despite all of the rhetoric that you may have heard, Green River College continues to fulfill its mission of serving students and community partners.

Green River continues to

For more information, contact Ertl at scott@ readandride.org, or visit www.readandride.org.

– Angie O’Neill

offer programs that will allow our students to find success in their lives. And, Green River College will continue to do so for the next 50 years and beyond.

Good news, for a change

The Green River College Board of Trustees includes Pete Lewis (chair); Claudia Kauffman; Linda Cowan; Mark Albertson and Tim Clark. For more information, visit www. greenriver.edu/about-us/president-ely/board-of-trustees.htm

Thank you, Auburn Reporter.

How refreshing to read the entire front page of the Dec. 4 issue and discover

only good news. A new business opens in downtown. County grants are coming our way to improve our first class museum.

And the creation of an arts center, also giving new life to a classic building. Good Samaritans are at work and the holiday tree lighting/ parade is announced.

During this season of Advent, the season of hope for our weary world, it is truly uplifting and appropriate to hear good news.

– Arnie Galli

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Congressman Dave Reichert is Fighting to Keep the

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What is Worth Fighting for in Medicare?

One of the most popular government benefits is the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program because of its wide range of patient choices and access to treatment – all with consistently affordable premiums and billions in savings each year.

Join the Fight to Keep the “Care” in Medicare.

Call Congressman Dave Reichert at 1-800-756-6191.

Thank Him for Protecting Medicare. Urge Him to Keep Fighting for America’s Seniors.

How is Congressman Dave Reichert Keeping the “Care” in Medicare?

Voting to end the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) that gives a panel of unelected, unaccountable bureaucrats authority over Medicare spending

Fighting Obamacare’s $700 billion in Medicare cuts Ensuring seniors have access to the latest, most innovative technologies and treatments

Keeping health care decisions for seniors in the hands of patients and their doctors

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School district to put renewal levy on the Feb. 9 ballot

BY CHRIS CHANCELLOR cchancellor@auburn-reporter.com

Auburn School District officials expect to send out newsletters with students as they gear up for the Feb. 9 four-year maintenanceand-operation renewal levy.

The current levy, which was passed in 2012 with 59.75 percent of the vote in King and Pierce counties, expires in February.

That means the new collection rate would begin midway through the 2016-17 school year. A simple majority of more than 50 percent is required to pass.

Property owners would pay an estimated $4.13 per $1,000 of assessed property value during the first year of the levy. Actual levy rates will depend on whether property value projections by the King County auditor come

to fruition. Those projections were used in calculating levy rate estimates.

The levy will collect $40.7 million in 2017, $43 million in 2018, $45.4 million in 2019 and $47.75 million in 2020. The total tax rate will remain level.

Estimated levy rates in 2018, 2019 and 2020 are $4.23, $4.34 and $4.43 per thousand.

[ PACIFIC from page 1 ] have started here,” said Guier, who was sworn in

by Pacific Municipal Court Judge Stephen Rochon during a ceremony at City Hall on Monday night.

“I’ve got a good team behind me, good people to work with.

“I’m very honored to be elected mayor of Pacific.”

City Councilmember Katie Garberding also was sworn in Monday.

Because Guier and Garberding were appointed to City Councilmember Katie Garberding takes the oath of office during a their positions, they must ceremony Monday night at Pacific City Hall. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter be sworn in prior to the beginning of their terms Garberding was appointed in controversy. Guier stepped on Jan. 1. to the City Council (Position in to help the recovery process Guier, a 19-year-resident of 2) in September, replacing at City Hall.

Pacific and City Council presiJohn Jones, who resigned Guier won reelection in the dent, assumed mayoral duties Aug. 24 for health reasons. She Nov. 3 general election, beatin July 2013 after the recall ran unopposed in the general ing challenger Gary Nitschke of Cy Sun, whose 18-month election. handily. tenure as mayor was shrouded gate of staff thoughts and investigations. allowing for policy-level The resolution set a pubconversations with City lic hearing on the issue for Council, with the Planning 7 p.m., Jan. 19 in the City Commission and with the Council Chambers, 25 W. community.

Main St. “Council has After the public allowed a potential hearing, should reduction in propcouncil continue erty tax values and to support the sales tax revenue resolution, staff will opportunities, and begin to conduct from staff ’s perspecappropriate outtive, we believe it is reach with affected important to look parties and engage Snyder at the continued in policy-level appropriateness of this,” consideration and consultaSnyder said. tions, ultimately bringing Snyder emphasized that the matter back to the City no particular action or apCouncil plication brought about the “We do not anticipate it will take a full year,” Snyder resolution, just the aggre-

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Council members weighed in.

“I fully support this approach and think that there’s a lot to be gained by giving a better definition around the C1 zone and transitions to neighborhoods, but you may want to emphasize that this

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King County Council approves 12 weeks of paid parental leave FOR THE REPORTER

The King County Council on Monday approved County Executive Dow Constantine’s proposal to offer up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, making King County one of about a dozen public employers across the country to offer this type of program.

“I’m proud that King County is among the leading employers in the nation to offer a program that has a positive, lifelong impact on a child’s development,” said Constantine in

does not put a moratorium on processing current applications, only on accepting new applications,” Councilmember Rich Wagner advised Snyder.

“Councilmember Wagner is correct,” Snyder said, adding that applications for non-residential uses in

Cindi Blansfield, the district’s assistant superintendent for business and operations, said the levy is a significant component of ASD’s budget, which is about $195.2 million this school year.

“It actually supports 21 percent of our general fund for operations,” she said. “It is an important component of our general fund.”

a media release. “It also demonstrates our commitment to recruiting and retaining the talented workforce we need to deliver the best outcomes for our community.”

The council voted 8-0 to create a oneyear pilot program, which will start Jan. 1, for county employees.

King County joins a few other major employers in the region – including Microsoft, Amazon, the Gates Foundation and the City of Seattle – to begin offering paid-parental leave to attract high-caliber talent. King County and Seattle are the only public employers in the state to offer this type of program.

the C1 zone would also be unaffected.

“I think it’s extremely important to get the pros and cons from the public, both sides of the story, and

Slightly more than a dozen governments - mostly cities - offer paid parental leave, though most do not offer as much as King County.

The program aligns with Constantine’s Best Starts for Kids initiative, designed to improve the health and well-being of the region by focusing on birth through age 5, when 92 percent of brain growth occurs.

It will also confront the inequity that exists in the county’s existing leave policies, which are less accessible to newer employees and have an adverse impact on those who are at the lower end of the pay scale.

allow this expression to take place to give the council a better opportunity to see the impact of this,” said Councilmember Claude DaCorsi.

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Victoria Contreras, who goes by V., writes all of her songs. She has been described as the love child of Dusty Springfield and Nancy Sinatra, with a splash of The Ronettes.

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VOCALIST RETURNS TO WHERE IT BEGAN V. Contreras to perform at historic Ave her rich tone has earned her comparisons to Karen Carpenter and Linda Ronstadt.

But before then, the Kentwood High School graduate captured audiences at the Auburn Avenue Theater with her smooth lyrics. Contreras estimated that she has performed in about 20 shows at the theater, but none in the last 15 years. And none quite like the 90-minute performance that will feature some of the more than 40 album contending songs she has composed during the last two years.

“I never did a solo performance, so this is going to be very

She launched her musical career at the Auburn Avenue Theater.

And V. Contreras returns there to perform her original compositions at 7:30 p.m. Friday.

Contreras has gained acclaim as a featured vocalist with the Seattle Rock Orchestra, Patsy Cline’s Sweet Dreams tribute, McDonald’s commercials and the National Anthem at Mariners, Sonics and Seahawks games. Often referred to as the little girl with the giant voice,

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A multi-department team called the LID Core Group has met throughout 2015 to conduct needed analyses of current City codes and regulations to identify where updates will be needed and to recommend changes.

drums, piano, bass, cello, and three backup singers. They will perform some holiday classics after the intermission.

Tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for students and senior citizens.

Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043 or order online for will call-only pickup through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.

The City of Auburn Bravo Performing Arts Series includes music, dance, comedy, film and theater performances for all ages throughout the year.

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nostalgic,” said Contreras, whose full name is Victoria Wimer Contreras.

The Ave remains a special place for Contreras.

“When I was 10, I performed in my first musical, ‘The Sound of Music,’ ” she said. “That theatre, and the life that it opened up for me, became my home until I was 17. It was the most comfortable environment I would ever know. The people (on and off the stage), the passion, the love for the arts, it was contagious. Some of my greatest memories fill that room.”

In addition to her solo performance Friday, Contreras brings other performers on the guitar,

Members of Machinists Union District Lodge 751 raised more than $284,000 for Guide Dogs of America in 2015.

District 751 is one of the top fundraisers for the charity in North America.

Over the past seven years, IAM 751 members have raised more than $2 million to help provide service dogs and training in their use for people who are blind or have impaired vision.

The money was raised with a series of fundraisers, which included gokart races and a weekend of drag racing at Pacific Raceways in Kent, and a horseshoes tournament at the Red Dog Saloon in Maple Valley.

IAM 751 President Jon Holden presented a check for $284,641.37 at the annual Guide Dogs of America charity banquet in Las Vegas, Nov. 20.

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Second-graders in Kathy Kier’s class at Meadow Ridge Elementary School in Kent got a living history lesson on Nov. 30 when two World War II veterans paid them a visit.

Ninety-two-year-old twin sisters, Irene Bartley and Jean Lotter, who both served in the Army Medical Corps from 1945-1948, surprised students with the visit after Irene received a handwritten letter from one of Kier’s students.

For the past five years,

Sister act: Irene Bartley, 92, center, shows students in Kathy Kier’s second-grade class her uniform jacket from World War II. Irene and her twin sister, Jean Lotter, left, who also served in the war, visited the class

Kier’s students and others at the school have written letters thanking veterans for their service, which DQG E\ ¿OLQJ WKH RULJLQDO ZLWK WKH http://www.courts.wa.gov/form Kier, her grandchildren or Superior Court of Washington clerk of the court. If you do not 5. If you wish to seek the advice friends’ children deliver to County of King serve your written response withIn re: Andrew Jerry Anderson, of an at- torney in this matter, participants in the Auburn in 60 days after the date of the you should do so promptly so Allyson Byrne ¿UVW SXEOLFDWLRQ RI WKLV VXPPRQV that your written response, if any, Veterans Day Parade.

Petitioner, “It is really amazing to (60 days after the 6th day of may be served on time. 6. One and November, 2015), the court may method of serving a copy of your see the look on the veterans Michelle Marie Bockelman, enter an order of default against response on the petitioner is to faces when you hand them Michael Lynn Anderson you, and the court may, without VHQG LW E\ FHUWLÂżHG PDLO ZLWK Respondent. a letter,â€? Kier said. further notice to you, enter a return receipt requested. This No. 15-3-02824-7 KNT Irene sent her own twodecree and approve or provide summons is issued pursuant to Summons by Publication To the Respondent: Michael An- for other relief requested in this RCW 4.28.100 and Superior page handwritten letter summons. In the case of a disso- Court Civil Rule 4.1 of the state to Kier’s class, sharing her derson & Michelle Bockelman 1. The petitioner has started an lution, the court will not enter the of Washington. memories of the war and of action in the above court request- ÂżQDO GHFUHH XQWLO DW OHDVW GD\V 'DWHG growing up in Kent. Irene ing: custody of the children listed DIWHU VHUYLFH DQG ÂżOLQJ ,I \RX Peritioner: Allyson Byrne in paragraph 1.3 of the Nonpa- serve a notice of appearance on File Original of Your Response and Jean marched in the rental Custody Petition. 2. The the undersigned person, you are with the Clerk of the Court at: parade with the American petition also requests that the entitled to notice before an order Norm Maleng Regional Justice Legion Service Girls Post court grant the following relief: of default or a decree may be en- Center 204 in Seattle.

401 4th Ave. N Approve a parenting plan or resi- tered. 4. Your written response to “I thought I should write dential schedule for the depen- the summons and petition must .HQW :$ dent children, determine support be on form: WPF CU 01.0300, Serve a Copy of Your Response and thank them,� Irene said. for the dependent children pursu- Response to Nonparental Custo- on: Petitioner Kier said she usually reProceeding.

Information Allyson Byrne ant to the Washington State child dy ceives a few responses each support statutes, award the tax about how to get this form may 6( QG 6W $ year and tries to arrange a exemptions for the dependent be obtained by contacting the .HQW :$ children as follows: 100% Ally- clerk of the court, by contacting Published in Auburn Reporter on visit from one of the letter son Byrne. 3. You must respond WKH $GPLQLVWUDWLYH 2IÂżFH RI WKH November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015; recipients. to this summons by serving a Courts at (360) 705-5328, or 'HFHPEHU “I actually contacted her from the Internet at the Washingcopy of your written response on (Irene) because it was so the person signing this summons ton State Courts homepage: interesting,â€? Kier said. “We don’t have that many WWII veterans.â€?

You are invited to The students did not know the sisters would be AUBURN WASHINGTON SISTER CITIES ASSOC. coming for a visit. When they arrived, Irene greeted Sydney Taylor, the author of the letter Irene received, with a hug.

Sydney enjoyed meeting Irene. “I got so excited from her letter,� she said. “My mom and dad were proud.�

Irene and Jean shared stories with the captive

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KATIE GARBERDING, Pacific City Councilmember and USO Northwest volunteer, has helped organize a local toy and food drive to support military families this holiday season. “A large part of the USO’s mission is to lift morale and offer support to our military and their families,� Garberding said. “There are many local military families in need this year.

One unit, in particular, is stationed

at Meadow Ridge Elementary School on Nov. 30 after Irene received a letter written by Sydney Taylor, right.

HEIDI SANDERS, Kent Reporter audience of second-graders, while Sydney sat up front next to her new friend.

Irene brought her old Army uniform jacket to show to the students.

The sisters joined the Army after hearing on the radio that the military needed medics. They were shipped to basic training in Des Moines, Iowa. “We all slept in bunk beds,� Jean told the students. “Being twins, we had the same last name.

They seemed to keep us by the alphabet, so my sister and I were always together, always had beds side by side. We were so shy when we went in the service, we would fall apart if we got separated.�

After training, the sisters were stationed at Madigan General Hospital in Tacoma, where they worked with wounded service members returning from the war. “We had to do something for other people and to serve our country,� Irene said of joining the Army. “We have to go out and live our lives helping other people and not just being self centered.�

Irene told the students about living through the Great Depression while growing up in Kent. “We lost our farm because our customers could not afford to pay us for the milk we delivered to out of JBLM (Joint Base LewisMcChord), and they have made a request for support, which includes 168 families this holiday season. “The military and their families are very close to my heart,� Garberding said, “and putting a smile on the face of a child who has a parent away during the holidays makes the world a little bit brighter.�

them,� she said. “Eventually after we lost our farm, we opened an ice cream parlor, The Dairy Store. We made the first soft ice cream cone in Kent.�

Irene said her father took the motor off their washing machine and put it on the ice cream maker to make the soft serve.

Irene shared old pictures, including one of the family’s restaurant, Grungstad’s Cafe, on Meeker Street. “We had that restaurant there for 30 years,� she said.

After hearing the sisters’ story, the students personally thanked Irene, Jean and Jacqueline Goo, commander of the American Legion Post 204 who served in the Gulf War and accompanied the sisters to the school, for their service.

Kier and her students enjoyed the visit. “I think the kids really get it because we have really talked about it and talked about freedoms and what people have to do to keep their freedoms,� she said.

Writing the letters gives students a way to apply a skill they are required to learn, Kier said. “What better way than to make it real,� she said.

Kier, who retired at the end of the school year, hopes the letter-writing campaign will continue. “I am really hoping some one will pick this up and keep it going,� she said.

New, unwrapped toys for all ages and non-perishable food items may be dropped off before Dec. 20 at Albertsons, 4010 A Street SE, Auburn.

If your office would like to host a private toy drive, or if you have questions on how you can help military members and families, please contact Garberding at kvgarberding@gmail.com.

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Tahoma hosts wreath-laying ceremony Tahoma National Cemetery hosts Wreaths Across America, a holiday wreath-laying ceremony to honor and remember the nation’s veterans at 9 a.m.

Saturday.

The ceremony will be at the main flag pole assembly area, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent.

The public is welcome.

The Civil Air Patrol, veterans service organizations

and citizens are coordinating the event to honor veterans of each branch of the military, the Merchant Marine, as well as prisoners of war and those still missing in action.

Members of the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter, A-One, No. 33, Kent, and local boy scout troops will gather at the ceremony to place wreaths on the graves of 103

former departed Chapter members interned there, said volunteer coordinator Jeannette Severson, Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary treasurer for the Kent chapter.

Other groups made up of military members, Gold Star mother’s and spouse’s and veterans organizations will also place wreaths For more details, visitwreathsacrossamerica.org.

Jesse Bradley, the new senior pastor at Grace Community Church, is an author who played professional soccer internationally. COURTESY PHOTO

Church welcomes new pastor FOR THE REPORTER

Jesse Bradley is the new senior pastor at Grace Community Church.

Bradley, a gifted leader and teacher, graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in psychology. He earned his master’s in theology from Dallas

Theological Seminary.

Bradley enjoys working with a wide range of people.

His passions include developing leaders, preaching, and helping people discover the Lord and incorporate their faith into everyday life.

He has written two books, “Rooted in Grace”, and recently, “A New

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He played professional soccer as a goalkeeper in Zimbabwe, Africa (Highlands FC) and Scotland (Rothes FC).

Bradley and his wife, Laurie, have four children.

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THE WHITE RIVER VALLEY MUSEUM and the Mary Olson Farm have received $202,370 in grants and sponsorships over the past few months.

summer programs, events and exhibits, and care of the City of Auburn’s historic treasures.

The funds will be applied toward construction of a new entry to the museum, purchase of educational equipment to use in field trips at the farm, sponsorship of Museum Free Days,

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about you.� The gospel goes on to explain that that’s not what Jesus really meant. I read that and went, what if that was what Jesus really meant? That John would stay alive. From there, it’s what would he have been doing for 2,000 years to hide his identity? Where would he have lived? How many languages would he have known?

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Reporter: Go on.

Brooke: About half of the book is about John in modern-day Seattle, the other half is what happens when John is about 100 years old in Ephesus and is restored to the body of a 33-yearold. The Lord tells him, “I want you to go forth, share my message, win people for me, but you can’t tell anybody who you are.� Half

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of the book deals with that. You could pick any time in the last 2,000 years and ask, what was he doing in the Middle Ages, what was he doing during the Brooke Civil War? It hints at all those kinds of things. Hints at him being in a concentration camp.

He was in America in the early 1700s. He has to play kind of a behind-the-scenes role; he can’t let anyone know who he is because it will bring on the Apocalypse.

Reporter: Can’t be an easy existence.

Brooke: No. It’s tough because he doesn’t age, he doesn’t die, so every 20 or so years he has to move. He has to change his identity, fake his death, or just vanish so that people don’t know who he is. Before this century, before the mid1900s in fact, it would have been easy to move and hide.

Now it’s a lot more difficult.

One of my friends calls this

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book ‘The Holy Highlander.’ John is the only Apostle said to have died of old age; every other Apostle was supposedly martyred.

That’s actually the next book, he goes to follow Thomas to India. It’s called Thomas the Brave. The end of this book talks about that. Supposedly, John died when he was about 100 years old, in Ephesus. In the book he gets up and he’s 100 but looks 33. He has to leave because people recognize him. At one point he’s in Athens and he’s in a house church and this old Rabbi recognizes him.

Reporter: Does John consider his immortality a blessing or a curse?

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that in the book.

Reporter: How did you get it published?

Brooke: I ran into a woman while I was working at the Rand Corporation in California who told me her husband was a script writer for television. I told her I had this really cool idea for a TV show. So I wrote it up and sent it to him. He thought it was cool. He actually shopped it to a couple of studios. ‌ I was ready to quit my day job because he was so excited about it. But he comes back and says, ‘They want something that’s more edgy now. This is kind of like “Touched by an Angelâ€? crossed with “Quantum Leap.â€? He said what I ought to do is write it as a book because sometimes studios will pick up a book that’s popular and turn it into a TV show ‌ Reporter: How long did you need to write your book?

Brooke: It only took me a year to write the first draft.

I had joined the Northwest Christian Writer’s Association and sent it off to a couple of editors and agents.

I was sure it was ready. Then I started learning more about the craft of writing, and I learned that it wasn’t ready.

Other multi-published, award-winning authors said, “Oh, that’s a really great premise.� But I did four or five major rewrites over seven years. Last March, I got an offer from a publisher whom I’d met at a conference in St. Louis, a small publisher in Baltimore. I was about to sign a contract with them and then another local publisher whom I knew made me a better offer. So now it’s coming out.

Reporter: And where can readers get your book?

Brooke: It’s not officially released until February, but Amazon’s got it at a discount right now. I can’t give you the price. That would be on Amazon, but it’s under $15. It’s available at Barnes and Noble for pre-order. There’s a Good Reads give-away right now.

You can go to the thelastapostle.com. I’m also doing contests and giveaways and things like that, where people can ask questions about the book, the writing journey, things like that.

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Boeing in Puget Sound:

A Century of Partnership Boeing supporting 14,000 technical scholarships for Washington state students

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oeing’s investment of $25 million – combined with an equal amount contributed by Microsoft and matched by the state of Washington – is enabling nearly 14,000 students to earn technology degrees within the decade.

So far, scholarships have been awarded to 5,500 low- and middle-income students in Washington state, with nearly 60 percent being the first members of their families to attend college, according to Stan Deal, Boeing senior vice president - Commercial Aviation Services and a member of the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship board of directors speaking at an event to raise funds for additional scholarships.

Addressing more than 300 community and political leaders in Seattle, Deal noted Boeing has “a vision of a future in which all students have access to educational opportunities so they can develop their skills, pursue their dreams and build a better world.

“We are investing billions of dollars to design and produce the next generation of airplanes right here in Washington,” Deal added. “Through the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship, we are also investing in the next generation of employees in our community so that they can learn the skills they need to capture opportunities that Boeing and other leading companies

$25 million investment helps provide science, technology, engineering and math scholarships are creating.”

Established five years ago, the scholarship provides financial assistance, creates research opportunities and matches recipients with mentors in business and technology. That includes Boeing Engineering leaders who mentor the students pursuing both undergraduate and advance degrees through the Opportunity Scholarship program.

The public-private scholarship “ensures that our kids, who grew up here, have the opportunity to get a

high-tech degree,” said former Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire, adding that the program will enable the state’s leading companies to remain “among the best in the world.”

Mahdi Ramadan, who is using his scholarship to research applying computer technology to assist individuals with neurological disorders, told the crowd, “My dreams are scary big, but so are the dreams of thousands of individuals like me.”

Ramadan recounted how his family immigrated to the United States, when he was 11 years old, after being evacuated by U.S. Marines on a humanitarian mission during civil strife in Lebanon. The scholarship gives individuals “an opportunity to follow their dreams despite the financial limitations of their families,” the University of Washington student said.

Microsoft president Brad Smith noted Washington currently has more than 20,000 unfilled jobs in science, technology, engineering and health care.

“This program is all about empowering the next generation so they can achieve more,” Smith said. By training the next generation of researchers, engineers and technical employees, the scholarship also “solves problems for all of our companies and for the economy as a whole.”

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Tarmac Talk

Increasing Deliveries

When did Boeing hire its first engineer?

In 1916, Wong Tsu was hired as Boeing’s first aeronautical engineer.

He helped design Boeing’s first Model C production seaplane.

What was Boeing’s first jetliner?

The 707, first known as the Dash 80, was Boeing’s first jetliner and profoundly altered the future of passenger air travel even though Time magazine called it the “gamble in the sky.”

Have Boeing planes always been used for Air Force One? In 1962, two 707-320B jets were adapted for use by President John F. Kennedy, earning designation Air Force One” when the president is on board. Since then, Boeing 7-7 series airplanes have continued to be the official aircraft of the U.S. president.

Did Boeing have influence with NASA’s Project Apollo’s nine manned and unmanned expeditions?

Virtually all of Project Apollo’s spacecraft and launch vehicles— including the Saturn V rocket, Apollo command and service modules, and Lunar Roving Vehicle—were designed, developed and built

by Boeing.

Why is the 777 significant in Boeing’s 7-7 series airplanes?

The 777 was the first commercial jet to be 100 percent digitally designed.

When complete, the new 777x series will be the world’s largest and mostefficient, twin-engine jet.

Is the Dreamlifter the largest airplane in the world? No. The largest airplane in the world is currently the Antonov An-225 Mriya.

However, the Dreamlifter’s 65,000 cubic feet (1,840 cubic meters) cargo hold is the largest in the world, and it can hold three times the volume of a 747-400F freighter.

The new Seattle Delivery Center opens its doors to help with increasing deliveries of 737s

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ing County executive Dow Constantine and Seattle mayor Ed Murray joined Boeing leaders and aviation students to snip the ribbon at the grand opening of the new and significantly larger Seattle Delivery Center at Boeing Field.

The delivery center’s newest addition is partially due to the increasing volume of 737s being built, delivered and yet to be delivered.

Over the next decade Boeing will be delivering an average of two airplanes every weekday, month-after-

month, for the foreseeable future.

“This facility is a sign of our continued commitment to the community and the Puget Sound region,” said Pat Shanahan, senior vice president of Airplane Programs.

Boeing teams with Northwest Harvest to nourish children over holiday break No child should go hungry, especially during the holidays. This is why more than 30 Boeing volunteers formed an efficient assembly line, packing nearly 1,000 backpacks full of food for low-income children to bring home to help feed their families over the holidays. Northwest Harvest fills this gap in services for low-income students who rely on school and summer meal programs and often have a tough time during these longer school breaks.

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USO & Boeing Lifting the spirits of our military and their families.

Left to right: Robert Malone and Pam Valdez, Boeing, were joined by Terry Oxley, Chairman, USONW Board of Directors; Thomas F. Cole, Major General (Ret), US Army, USO Northwest Board of Director; and former Washington state Congressman Norm Dicks for presentation of the Order of Distinguished Service.

USO recognizes Boeing support for military and their families in Northwest

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ach year thousands of military members and their families transit our region, often tired and in need of support. To help make their journeys easier, the USO Northwest recently opened a new welcome center at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport that was made possible in part by a $335,000 grant from the Employees Community Fund of Boeing Puget Sound.

In special recognition of this and past efforts, the USO Northwest recently honored Boeing and its employees with its Order of Distinguished Service at its annual Gala and Auction in Seattle.

This award is the highest level of recognition by USO Northwest and is reserved for individuals and organizations having demonstrated exceptional service to military members and their families through sustained support of the USO Northwest.

“Military service puts a tremendous burden on our military and their families,” said Robert Malone, president of

“Military service puts a tremendous burden on our military and their families. Boeing is committed to supporting our military and honored that the company and efforts of thousands of Puget Sound employees is being recognized.”

— Robert Malone, president of the ECF Board of Trustees.

the ECF Board of Trustees. “Boeing is committed to supporting our military and honored that the company and efforts of thousands of Puget Sound employees is being recognized.”

The United Services Organization is a nonprofit organization that lifts the spirits of America’s troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide.

Boeing executives serve on USO

boards, and many employees are volunteers. Since 1996, Boeing and its employees have given more than $1.3 million to the USO through charitable grants as well as contributions through the Employees Community Fund of Boeing.

“The mission of the USO is to lift the spirits of our military and their families,” said Tami Michaels, gala chair 2015, USO board member and U.S.

Army Mom. “At the USO, what we do isn’t fancy. Whether it’s a safe place to sleep, something to eat, a telephone call home, or something as simple as a shower, USO Northwest continues to deliver on our promise to always be by their side.”

The ECF is a unique, employeeowned charitable giving program. Because Boeing pays all overhead costs, 100 percent of every dollar contributed to ECF is granted to nonprofit agencies providing health and human services. ECF grants enable agencies to purchase equipment, renovate their facilities and create new programs that directly help their clients and strengthen their communities.

USO Northwest serves more than 500,000 active-duty military members and their families annually throughout Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

In a unique contribution, Boeing donated teakwood decking from the historic battleship USS Colorado to serve as flooring of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s new welcome center.

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Giving Back...

Boeing employees are making a significant difference in communities where they live and work. ECF grants enable local Health & Human Service agencies to purchase equipment, renovate their facilities and build new construction that directly benefit thousands of people in need. Last year, more than $9 million in grants were awarded to community nonprofits throughout the Puget Sound region. Here are some recent grant recipients:

$40,000 delivers new transit van SEATTLE — Immanuel Community Services (ICS), located in Seattle’s Cascade neighborhood was granted $40,000 for a new 2014 Ford Transit van for food collection and to transport clients. The agency, an independent offspring of Immanuel Lutheran Church, provides assistance to the homeless, the needy and those with drug addictions.

The new 44,000-square-foot facility will preserve care for the 7,000 patients currently provided at Neighborcare Health’s Greenwood Medical Clinic and Public Health’s North Public Health Center, and will double access to provide a health care home for at least 14,000 patients.

$259,100 grant for new Meridian Center for Health

SEATTLE — Neighborcare Health was granted $259,100 toward the purchase of dental chairs and furnishings for its low-income dental clinic located at the new Meridian Center for Health in north Seattle.

Neighborcare Health is Seattle’s largest provider of community-based primary medical and dental care, serving 52,000 individuals through 26 medical, dental and school-based clinics.

$25,000 grant allows for needed renovations

$32,000 for ARC KING COUNTY — A $32,000 grant was awarded to ARC of King County for two 2012 Honda Civics to support the 50+ clients in its Supported Living Program. These two additional vehicles, — one focused for needs in the Eastside and the other for South King County — will solve scheduling problems for clients and open up opportunities for timely and safe transportation. Since 1936, the ARC of King County has provided services and advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

WHITE CENTER — Westside Baby, located in Seattle’s White Center neighborhood, was funded $25,000 for renovations to its bathrooms and staircase to meet ADA codes and make the distribution center more accessible to clients and volunteers.

More than 120 local social service agencies, including shelters and food banks, rely upon Westside Baby to provide critical necessities for low-income families. In 2014, they distributed more than 1 million free diapers along with 826 car seats, 267 cribs and clothing for infants and children up to size 12.

$40,000 grant for campus improvements REDMOND — Together Center was granted $40,000 for exterior renovations and paint for four buildings at its direct service campus located in Redmond. More than 37,000 residents and their families use the services at the campus each year. Twenty independent health and human service agencies offer medical and dental care, overnight shelter for youth, low-income housing and homelessness assistance, mental health counseling, therapeutic programs for disabilities, child care support and much more.

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HOOPS SHOWDOWN THIS WEEKEND The Sports Authority Showdown, a showcase featuring eight high school basketball games, is Saturday at Highline College, 2400 S. 240th St., Des Moines.

The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens.

The lineup: • 9 a.m. Auburn Riverside vs. Kennedy (girls); • 10:30 a.m. Todd Beamer vs. Kennedy (boys); •12 p.m. Tahoma vs. Vashon Island (boys); • 2 p.m. Lynnwood vs. Kentlake (girls); • 3:30 p.m. Wilson vs. Timberline (boys); • 5 p.m. Auburn Mountainview vs. Kentwood (boys); • 7 p.m. Peninsula vs. Foss (boys); • 8:30 p.m. Auburn Riverside vs. River Ridge (boys).

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LIONS READY TO MAKE A BIG SPLASH Medley relay team shoots for school record, strong 3A state showing

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It will ultimately take them just eight lengths of the pool to get there, but Auburn Mountainview’s 200-yard medley relay team has a 13-mile journey planned this season.

That is the distance between their school and the King County Aquatics Center, home of the Class 3A state swim and dive championships.

In February, the team placed eighth in the state finals, in 1 minute, 42.98 seconds. And while half of the relay’s members have graduated, that isn’t fazing the Lions.

“I think it’s going to go for the (school) record and place at state, too,” said coach Justin Pritchard.

“I think they’re going to drop the time and hopefully swim for a league championship, too.”

Pritchard acknowledged that Auburn Mountainview lost some “unbelievable swimmers” in Luke Lavine and Tyler Arnold, but luckily, they have “been able to restock.”

The team is comprised of 20 swim-

Lions senior Owen Lempert, who swam on last year’s state relay team, parts the waters in an early-season meet.

RACHEL CIAMPI, Auburn Reporter

mers and a diver.

Senior Owen Lempert, who swam on last year’s state relay, felt similarly.

“We had a really, really, really strong group of guys for the relay,” he said. “A lot of these guys are very, very new to the sport.

Anyone that wants to step up and compete is open to do that, and I’m excited to see how well they

can swim for the future.”

In turn, Lempert said, he does not expect the relay, which pairs himself and sophomore Chase Murphy as returners with senior Ian Portman and junior Jared Toschi, to qualify for state immediately.

“We’ve got some work to do,” said Lempert, who also plans to swim the 50 freestyle and 100

breaststroke. “I definitely don’t expect us to be going super-duper fast … we’re saving some of that energy for toward the end of the season.

“There’s definitely a lot of things to work on technically: our finishes, our turns and our intensity when we swim.” [ more LIONS page 18 ]

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The Lions’ Ian Portman brings home the anchor leg of the 200-yard medley relay team during a recent meet.

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[ LIONS from page 17 ] Pritchard said he sees Lempert stepping into Lavine’s shoes this year.

“I don’t want to call him a clone because there’s maybe a foot height difference,” he said, “but Owen will be somebody fun to watch with his medley relay.”

Pritchard also expects big things

from Toschi, a transfer from Seattle Christian who specializes in the backstroke.

“Talk about losing kids and then having somebody come in that can already swim,” he said. “He’s a junior and already is starting to become one of the leaders on the team.”

Toschi, who has already qualified for districts in the 100 backstroke, said

he already sees the potential in the relay team.

“We have a lot of depth … I just feel like our group is really well put together.”

Enough for a return trip to state?

“I don’t see any reason why we can’t,” he said.

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Right touch Tristan Miguel goes up for a shot during Auburn Mountainview’s 60-50 South Puget Sound League 3A boys basketball victory over Auburn on Tuesday night. Miguel scored 13 points for the Lions (1-0 in league, 2-0 overall). Ryan Lacey had 14 points, Ki’Jan Weisinger finished with 12 points and Robbie Wilson had 11. Tyler Pray led the Trojans (0-1, 2-1) with 12 points, and Patreon Lee contributed 11.

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Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.

Photos with Santa Paws: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 12, 13, Auburn Valley Humane Society Animal Shelter, 4910 A St. SE. Bring the family pet, dog, cat, rabbit to have their photo taken with Santa Paws.

Dogs must be on a leash or other pets in a carrier. Get a special photo with Santa Paws for a $10 donation. Receive a special holiday card with the photo plus a toy and treats for your pet. For a $20 donation, receive a holiday card, photo, digital images on a bone-shaped flash drive for your use.

For a $35 donation, receive a holiday card, photo, digital images on flash drive and a 2016 AVHS Pet Photo Calendar. Help us raise funds for homeless, lost and abandoned animals in the community. Call 253-2497849 or visit www.auburnvalleyhs.org.

Wreaths Across America: 9 a.m.

Dec. 12, Tahoma National Cemetery, main flag pole assembly area, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent. Holiday wreath-laying ceremony to honor and remember the nation’s veterans.

Civil Air Patrol, veterans service organizations and citizens coordinating the event to honor veterans of each branch of the military, the Merchant Marine as well as prisoners of war and those still missing in action.

Public is welcome. For more information, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

33rd annual Christmas Rush Fun Run: 9:50 a.m. Dec. 12, Hogan Park at Russell Road. Features a 10K run (starts at 9:50) and 5K run/walk (10 a.m.). Early entrance fee: $10 or $25 with a technical T-shirt before Dec. 4; week of race, fees are $20 or $35 with a technical T-shirt. Online registration available at Active.com. Registration forms also available at the Kent Commons and many Puget Sound athletic stores. Race day registration and packet pick up available near the start/finish line at 8 a.m. For more information, call 253-856-5050.

Health Bloodworks Northwest drives: 12:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 16, GSA Auburn, 400 15th St. SW; noon-1 p.m., 2-6 p.m.

Dec. 22, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, 202 N. Division St. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-398-7888, or visit www.bloodworksnw.org.

Free screening: 7 p.m. Dec. 16, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. The City of Auburn commemorates National Homeless Person’s Memorial Day with a free screening of the documentary, “Storied Streets”. The film gives viewers a glimpse of the realities homeless experience each day. Free.

Alzheimer’s Association Auburn Caregiver Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. first Tuesday of the month, Church of the Nazarene, 1225 29th St. SE, Room 15. Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support?

Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss.

For information, call Val Brustad, 253-854-7658.

Benefits Sleep Train’s Toy Drive for Foster Kids and Secret Santa photo contest: Through Dec. 13. Donate new, unwrapped gifts at any Sleep Train. Snap a photo while you’re donating in store and share it on Instagram with #SleepTrainSecretSanta in the hashtag or upload to the contest Facebook page (Sleep Train). Most requested items

Living Tobacco-free Weekly Free Support Group: 6 p.m. Wednesdays, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center,

register to attend anyone of the sessions in the future by emailing slavigne@auburnvalleyhs.org. For more information, call 253249-7849 or visit auburnvalleyhs.org.

Got an event? submissions@auburn-reporter.com or post online at www.auburn-reporter.com second floor, Heart Care Center classroom, 202 N. Division St. Free one-hour weekly support group meeting open to adults and teens wanting to quit tobacco, newly quit, struggling with relapse or helping a friend quit tobacco. For more information, contact Heidi Henson at 253-223-7538 or hhenson@seattleymca.org.

Patient and Caregiver Cancer Support Group: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, 121 N. Division St., No. 100, Auburn. Gilda’s on the Go in partnership with the cancer center offer support group for patients and caregivers. You may drop in to this professionally facilitated group. No matter where you are being treated, or have been treated, for cancer, this group is free and open to you.

Please join us. www.gildasclubseattle.org Southeast King County Parkinson’s Disease support group: Meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m., St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. SE, Covington. Group’s monthly lunches are on the first Tuesday of the month at the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. For more information, contact Stephanie Lawson at 206-579-5206.

Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll free the Gamblers Anonymous Hotline 1-855-222-5542.

Visit www.gawashington.org or www. gamblersanonymous.org for additional information.

Volunteers Auburn Valley Humane Society: 6-8 p.m., third Wednesdays of the month; 10 a.m.-noon, third Saturdays of the month, AVHS shelter, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn.

Volunteer orientation and trainings. Stop by the shelter or AVHS thrift store, 1123 E. Main St., to pick up a volunteer application or download one from auburnvalleyhs.org and bring it to the orientation. You may

Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows Expressions at Enumclaw Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory-related illnesses can be very overwhelming. We’re here to help.

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‘Mary Poppins’ Jane and Michael Banks (Olivia Thomas and Sawyer Englund) soar above Mary Poppins (Windy Autumn Foster) during rehearsal for the musical production at Green River College.

Heavier Than Air Family Theatre Co. presents the jolly holiday adventure at the Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Performances are 7 p.m. Dec. 11, 12, 13, 18 and 19, with 3 o’clock matinees on Dec. 12, 13, 19. For the first time in the theatre’s 40-year history, cast members will literally soar to new heights in this musical. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 at the door. Call 253-833-9111, ext. 2400, or visit heavierthanair.com.

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Striped Water Poets: Meets every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.

Auburn Noon Lions: Meets Tuesdays, noon, Longhorn Barbecue, 635 C St. SW. $12 for lunch, $5 for dessert and beverage.

For more information, contact Ed Butler at 253-929-9358 or edbutler0314@gmail. com.

Women’s Club of Federal Way: Noon, Dec. 16, Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club, 3583 SW320th St., Federal Way. Federal Way Symphony Maestro Brian Davenport accompanies his star baritone, Michael Nim, as he sings holiday cheers. Cost $15. RSVP 253-927-2766. Newcomers welcome.

Rainier Audubon Society: 7 p.m.

Dec. 21, Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 - 51st Ave. S. Discussion and a presentation by Dan Streiffert, entitled “Bird Photography.” Public invited.

Rotary Club of Auburn: Meets noon, Wednesdays, Auburn Golf Course, banquet room, 29630 Green River Road SE. Programs: For more information, visit www. auburnrotary.org.

Kiwanis Club of The Valley: Meets every Wednesday morning at 7 at Veterans Memorial Park, 411 St. NE, Auburn. For more information, visit www.kiwaniscluboftheauburnvalley.org Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 25 Second St. NW. Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Visitors are welcome.

Soroptimist International of Auburn: Meets Wednesdays at noon in the Rainier

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Toddler Story Times: 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 17. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.

Preschool Story Times: 11:15 a.m.

Dec. 17. Ages 3 to 7 with adult. Stories,

...obituaries Iris C. Brown

Surrounded by her family, Iris C. Brown went to Heaven into the loving arms of her husband Tom Brown and son John M. Porter on December 2, 2015.

She was 88 years old.

Iris was born on November 11, 1927 in the small town of Michigan, North Dakota. Her family moved to Auburn when she was 14 and she graduated from AHS in 1945. Iris lived in Auburn the rest of her life, working and raising her family.

Iris is survived by her daughter, Robyn (Jim) Libadia; her five grandchildren Rafe (Stephanie) Libadia, Raina (James) Borsum, Tamara Porter Bout, Jenny (Sean) Cournouyer, and Shaun Porter; and great-grandchildren, Tanner, Taylor, Micah, Blake, Lexie, Ally, and Maddie.

Iris loved being with people; spending time with her family, playing bridge and going out to eat with her many friends, and participating in activities at her church where she was a member for over 70 years.

She will be missed deeply by her family and friends.

A memorial and celebration of Iris’s life will be held on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 11 am at Messiah Lutheran Church in Auburn. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Messiah Lutheran.

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Jacob “Jack” Arie Boere

Jack/Dad/Papa Jack passed away peacefully November 19, 2015.

He was born on February 20, 1933 in Auburn, WA to Arie and Dirkje Boere and was preceded in death by his brother, Peter Boere and sister, Nellie Gleason.

Jack is survived by his wife, Marilyn, 3 children – Lisa Stewart (Jerry), Scott Boere (B’Ann) and Leanne Scarpello (Joey), and six grandchildren, Jake and Mitch Stewart, Brett and Gage Scarpello and Michaela and Payton Boere. His children and grandchildren were his ongoing source of passionate love and pride that could not be measured!

After graduating from Enumclaw High School in 1951, he enlisted in the Navy, where he learned to fly, and make even more life-long friends. He continued his love for flying as a private pilot for many years out of the Enumclaw, Renton and Covington airports.

Jack retired from AT&T in Auburn, WA after 30 years and drove school bus for the Highline School District for another 18 years, where he developed long term, caring relationships with the kids and parents alike.

His personality was fun and magnetic, and filled with energy and excitement. It seemed he could talk to anyone and there wasn’t anyone he didn’t already know.

Jack enjoyed life, and never more than attending gatherings with family and friends. His attendance at games and love of high school and college sports, and all of the kids, parents, teachers and coaches were a continued passion in retirement that he followed and looked forward to each week.

Jack was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held from 11:00am – 2:00pm at the Sea-Tac Community Center on December 20, 2015.

Address: Sea-Tac Community Center: 13735 24th Ave. South, Seattle, WA 98168. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

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Holiday Stuffed Animal Sleepover: 4 p.m. Dec. 18. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Bring your favorite stuffed friend for a song and dance fest before the animals stay overnight. Return at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19 for snacks and photos of what your friend did without you.

Registration required.

Sunday Movie Afternoon: 2 p.m.

Dec. 20. “Elf”. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Enjoy this heartwarming comedy about a human raised by elves who goes to New York City in search of his birth father. Snacks will be provided.

TEENS Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. Dec. 16. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, get online, hang out, study, or pickup a good book.

Study Zone: 5-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. When school is in session. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. Dec. 11.

Middle and high school ages. Meet other teen authors, share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun. Snacks will be served.

Teen Book Club: 3:30 p.m. Dec. 15. “Buzz Kill” by Beth Fantaskey. High school ages.

ADULTS English as a Second Language (ESL) Class Registration: 5:15 p.m. Dec. 14.

To register for ESL classes: • please arrive on time; • registration will be first come, first serve; • space is limited; • allow 3 hours to complete registration; • bring picture ID; • please, no children. Learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. Classes are on 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays.

Computer classes?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-3018.• One-On-One Computer Help, 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m.

Dec. 12 and 19; • Microsoft Excel Level 2, 1:30 p.m. Dec. 16.

Genealogy Assistance: 1-3 p.m. Dec. 16.

Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.

Third Thursday Afternoon Book Club: 2 p.m. Dec. 17. “The Great Santini” by Pat Conroy”.

Better With Biographies Book Club: 11 a.m. Dec. 11. “Ghost Boy: The Miraculous Escape of a Misdiagnosed Boy Trapped

Inside His Own Body” by Martin Pistorius.

Do you love reading biographies? Come for a lively discussion at the biography book group for adults! New members always welcome and copies of the book will be available at the library.

Woodworking Basics for Teens: 4 p.m. Dec. 18. Ages 12 to 18. Get experience building with real tools! Learn to safely use a variety of hand tools and construction materials to build a wooden box with a lid.

Keep for yourself or give as a gift.

Seniors

Sign Up for ORCA LIFT’s Reduced Fares: 12:30-2 p.m. Dec. 11. Presented by Multi-Service Center. Drop in to register for ORCA LIFT, a new, reduced fare on Metro buses, Sound Transit Link light rail and more. Income-qualified riders, ages 19 and older, can save 50 percent or more. To see if you qualify, check www.orcalift.com or call Multi-Service Center at 253-838-6810.

Please bring ID and income verification documents.

ADULTS

Never Enough Nonfiction Book Club: 2 p.m. Dec. 14. Do you love reading nonfiction? This month we will be discussing northwest history. Choose your own book in the 979.5 section. New members welcome.

Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Club: 7 p.m. Dec. 16. “Attachments” by Rainbow Rowell. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers. Copies of this title have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library. New members are always welcome.

• Senior Coffee Hours with the Mayor and Councilmembers: 10-11 a.m. the second Thursday of the month.

• Lunch: Monday-Friday, Salad bar begins at 11:30, Main meal is served at noon.

Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and over, $6 for those younger than 60.

• Movie Screenings: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 50 cents suggested donation for refreshments.

• Monday Supper Club: 4:45-6 p.m.

One Monday a month. Call 253-931-3016 for date and menu. Cost: $6 for all ages.

• Meals on Wheels: Senior services’ program offers home-delivered meals to home-bound seniors. For more information, call the center at 253-931-3016.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 1 p.m. Dec. 18. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Opera Preview,The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: 7 p.m. Dec. 29. Free lecture, provided to increase enjoyment and appreciation of Seattle Opera productions, will feature speaker Norm Hollingshead with recorded musical excerpts.

English as a Second Language (ESL): 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Registration is 5 p.m. Dec. 10. Learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. To register for ESL classes: please arrive on time; registration will be first come, first serve; space is limited; allow 3 hours to complete registration; bring picture ID; please, no children.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 2 p.m. Dec. 28. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Muckleshoot Library, 39917 AuburnEnumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-9316779. Library events include:

Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:

Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-6779.

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Fingerplay Extravaganza: 11 a.m.

Dec. 15. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Join your fabulous Children’s Librarians as they show off some of their favorite Story Time rhymes, songs and finger plays. Discover a wealth of ideas that you can use at home to develop Early Literacy skills, and direct the librarians as they film their performances for use on the library website.

TEENS Study Zone: 4-6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. Dec. 17. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, hang out, study, or pick-up a good book.

PROGRAMS Volunteer opportunities: The center’s meals-on-wheels and respite programs need help to provide services to seniors.

Please call 253-288-7441 or 253-931-3016, if interested.

PROGRAMS

Spanish Story Times: 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 14. At the Pacific Community Center, 305 Milwaukee Ave., Pacific. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Stories, songs and fun.

Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. 253-931-3016 or www.auburnwa.gov. Senior activities include:

3No Networking: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays.

3No Networking is a casual weekly gettogether set aside for members of the business community to drop in and get to know each other. The mixer rotates among Auburn venues. The series is made possible by a partnership between IPZ No. 15 Auburn, the City of Auburn Office of Economic Development, Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and the Auburn Downtown Association. For more information, contact Doug Lein, IPZ administrator, at 253-804-3101. For a full schedule, visit www.3noNetworking.com.

Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Business Insider Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. $25/members; $35/non-members (includes lunch). Register online through the chamber.

Auburn Respite: Nonprofit adult day care program serving the community needs volunteers to help its senior participants.

The group meets weekly at the center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. The program allows caregivers to enjoy a worry-free day off while the participant enjoys socialization, companionship and lunch. For more information, contact program director Sheila Pankratz at 253-875-9163.

MEAL EVENT PROGRAMS The following meal events cost $3 for ages 60 and older, $6 for under 60.

Pre-purchase tickets at the front desk.

Santa Breakfast: Seatings at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Dec. 12. Pancake breakfast and great entertainment. Children $5/$7, adults $6/$8 Christmas Dinner: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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New Year’s Eve Lunch: 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. Dec. 31.

Pacific Algona Senior Center, 100 Third Ave SE, Pacific, 253-929-1153.

Serving seniors: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No annual fee.

Monday free lunch, Tuesday-Friday lunch provided by Catholic Community Services.

Senior bus trips to local stores and events.

Crafts and card making.

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Entertainment AUBURN AVENUE THEATER Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or online at www.brownpapertickets. com.

V. Contreras: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11. A classically trained vocalist and long-time jazz aficionado, V. (Victoria Wimer Contreras) has won the hearts of Seattle with her rich, soulful voice as a featured vocalist with Seattle Rock Orchestra, Patsy Cline’s Sweet Dreams tribute, McDonald’s commercials and the National Anthem at Mariners and Seahawks games. Perhaps the most unique aspect is that no one in Seattle has heard her original compositions ever – until now.

Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.

The Gothard Sisters: 2 p.m. Dec. 13.

The Gothard Sisters, winners of Best New Irish Artists in the sixth annual Irish Music Awards, present a magical and familyfriendly Celtic Christmas. Both ancient, timeless Christmas carols and newer favorites combine with thrilling Irish dancing and fast fiddle tunes, plus storytelling. Tickets: $23 regular; $20 students, seniors.

Taproot Christmas Show: 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 18. Two performances by Taproot Theater. Hark the Harold: “There’s no way they’d give me a mission that important!� Harold is not the brightest angel in the heavenly host, and Harold’s enthusiastic shenanigans are really trying the patience of his new partner, Gabriel. Watch how the Nativity unfolds from a hilarious, heavenly perspective.

(45 minutes). It’s A Wonderful Improvised Life: Using It’s a Wonderful Life as a guide, creator Danny Walter has put together a play that four of Taproot’s improvisers make unique by soliciting key story elements from audience members. Come and make history while having a blast and enjoying a night

full of laughs. (60 minutes). Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.

The Science of Santa Claus, Doktor Kaboom: 2 p.m. Dec. 20. Your child’s favorite doctor returns to the Auburn Avenue Theater for one unforgettable afternoon of Santa-themed science, at the Doktor Kaboom holiday show. The good Doktor, working from the assumption that science and magic are the same thing, declares Mr. Claus the world’s greatest scientist and will use basic physics attempts to recreate all of Santa’s wonders. Tickets: $10.

ELSEWHERE “Mary Poppins�: 7 p.m. Dec. 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, Green River College Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn.

Heavier Than Air Family Theatre Co. presents classic story. For the first time in the community theatre’s 40 year history, cast members will literally soar to new heights in this high flying musical. For ticket information, call 253-833-9111, ext. 2400, or visit heavierthanair.com.

A World for Christmas concert: 3 p.m. Dec. 12, Kent United Methodist Church, 1101 SE 248th St. Rainier Youth Choirs’ ninth annual holiday concert features all six choirs with dozens of old and new holiday selections, including a sampling of its February concert’s special guest band, Erwilian. Alumni are invited to join the choir on perennial favorites, “Carol of the Bells�, and “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch�. RSVP to info@rainieryouthchoirs.org. Admission: $5-$12 in advance; $7-$15 at the door. www.RainierYouthChoirs.org.

Rainier Chorale Holiday Treasures: 7:30-9 p.m. Dec. 12, 13, Kent United Methodist Church, 11010 SE 248th St., Kent.

Featuring familiar songs and carols, including “The Shepherds’ Chorus� from Amahl and the Night Visitors, and a contemporary arrangement of “In Dulci Jubilo� by Matthew Culloton. Also performing will be the jazz quartet, Voices4. Advance ticket prices:

$18 general admission; $16 for seniors, students; $12 for 11 and under. Additional $2 will be charged for tickets at the door. www.rainierchorale.org Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 7-9 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. Live music and wine tasting on the first Saturday of each month, 7-9 p.m. For information, contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253333-9652.

Music Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra: Taylor Creek Church, 21110 244th Ave. SE, Maple Valley. MVYSO boasts a playing group for every level, from beginning strings to string ensemble. For more information, call 425-358-1640 or visit www.mvyso.org.

Rainier Youth Choirs: RYC has four leveled groups based on age and ability (grades 2 through 14). Call 253-315-3125 to schedule an audition. For more information, visit www.rainieryouthchoirs.org.

Dance Children’s Dance Theater Open House: Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. Located at 122 W. Main St. (entrance in back) Auburn Dance Academy: Visit www.auburndanceacademy.com or call 253-833-1891 for program information.

The academy is at 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100.

‘Gothard Sisters’ Celebrate Christmas and the holiday season with the angelic voices of the Gothard Sisters as they cover such classics as “Caledonia� and “Silver Bells,� and their own originals, at the Auburn Ave on Sunday. Show time is 2 p.m. at the historic theater, 10 Auburn Ave. The Gothard Sisters are a dynamic, all-female, Irish music and dance group from the Pacific Northwest, releasing seven Celtic and Christmas CDs since 2006. The Gothard Sisters have recently been awarded “Best New Irish Artist� in the Irish Music Awards and “Album of the Year� from Celtic Radio for the album Story Girl. Tickets are $23 regular, $20 students and seniors. Call 253-931-3043 or order through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts. COURTESY PHOTO.

Auburn Dance & Music Center: Visit www.auburndancecenter.com or call 253-833-6773 for program information.

The center is at 306 Auburn Ave.

Museums

Surrendered School of the Arts: Visit www.surrenderedschool.com or call 253-474-4881 for program information.

Classes are on Tuesdays at Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St.

Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and the first Thursday 6-8 p.m. Regular admission is $5 adults, $2 seniors and children.

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Children 2 years of age or younger are free. Free admission on the first Thursday and third Sunday of the month.

For more information, visit www. wrvmuseum.org or call 253-288-7439.

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A widening gap between the fit and the fat

Timi Gustafson

than ever before.

Life presents itself very differently to these two groups.

Which one you belong to determines multiple aspects of your well-being, not just how well you eat, Fritzen says.

Your good looks also play a role in how society judges you.

For example, if physical beauty and fitness are equated with hard work, discipline and success, overweight can then be identified with laziness and lack of self-control. If slim is thought of as healthy, then fat can be considered as sick.

Numerous studies have investigated how physical appearance plays out in the workplace.

Just being overweight can hurt your career, according to Steve Siebold, a self-help coach, business consultant, and author of “Die Fat or Get Tough: 101 Differences in Thinking Between Fat People and Fit People.”

“Many employers look at obese candidates and immediately think, ‘this person failed in controlling their own health,

HEALTHY CHOICES

More people are paying close attention to their physical health and well-being, and yet obesity rates and diseases stemming from weight problems continue to rise.

While healthy eating and regular exercise have become commonplace among the educated and affluent, the less fortunate show few signs of improvement regardless of efforts by health experts and government policy makers to change their fate. In fact, studies find that the gap between the fit and the fat keeps widening.

Physical appearance has been an important issue in most societies throughout the ages, but today, how we look has become a reflection of how we live and vice versa, says Dr. Florentine Fritzen, a journalist and historian who studies sociological trends.

Being well-fed was once a sign of wealth, but poor people are now most prone to unhealthy weight gain and related diseases, while the well-to-do enjoy greater fitness and vitality, even longer life expectancy,

how are they going to run a division,’” he warns.

More and more companies actively encourage their workers to stay on top of their health and offer wellness programs and other incentives, which in turn help them prevent productivity loss and lead to lower healthcare premiums. But, as some have reported, there can also be a lot of pressure on those who ‘don’t measure up.’

What gets too often overlooked in all this is how much easier it is to stay in shape for people who have the necessary means to take care of themselves. What is feasible with a good education, financial security, access to supplies and services, a safe home and neighborhood, etc., can be a neverending struggle without them.

And that is not simply a matter of personal choices.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists a number of determinants that decide whether someone’s living conditions are beneficial or detrimental to his or her health. Only one of them is based on biological factors like age, gender, and genetic predis-

Physical appearance has been an important issue in most societies throughout the ages, but today, how we look has become a reflection of how we live and visa versa, according to one doctor. COURTESY PHOTO positions. Only one is based on individual behavior such as diet and lifestyle choices. All others are environmental and circumstantial in nature, meaning they are largely outside a person’s control.

To fully understand the existing health disparities and inequities among the public today, we must take into account the social and economical disadvantages that affect individuals or entire groups in ways they cannot easily

influence but expose them to heightened risks, the agency says. To narrow the gap towards greater health equality, it urges aggressive investing in broader access to healthcare services and health education.

Obviously, we have a long way to go.

Timi Gustafson R.D. is a registered dietitian, columnist, blogger and author. For more articles on nutrition, health and lifestyle, visit her blog, “Food and Health with Timi Gustafson R.D.” (timigustafson.com).

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Why should you get the flu vaccine?

BY MULTICARE HEALTH SYSTEM For the Reporter

You may be a healthy adult who hasn’t had the flu since you were a child – or maybe you’ve never had the flu.

Even if you get the flu, you figure you’ll recover and be fine.

But if you haven’t had a flu shot and you’re exposed to the flu virus, you won’t know for a day or two that you’re sick – and during those two days, you’re infectious.

“You could be exposing other people who have risk factors and who could die from the flu,” says Sue Gus-

tafson, director of Infection Prevention at MultiCare Health System.

Those most at risk include people with medical conditions such as asthma and chronic lung disease, those with a weakened immune system, pregnant women, children and the elderly.

It only takes a few minutes to get a flu shot, and the side effects are usually no worse than a sore arm or feeling tired for a couple of days afterward.

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On average, influenza leads to more than 200,000 hospitalizations and 36,000 deaths each year, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.

Last year in Washington, 157 people died of laboratory-confirmed influenza, including one child, Gustafson says.

“Protect others,” she says.

“That’s why we get the flu vaccine.”

Why get the flu shot now?

Although flu activity is low in the United States right now, it’s best to get your flu shot early to give it time to be effective, Gustafson says.

The flu vaccine contains inactivated flu virus, which cannot give you infection.

This prompts an immune response — that is, your body recognizes something foreign and reacts by producing antibodies to get rid of it. If you’re later exposed to the live virus, your body will be able to recognize it and quickly launch an immune attack to kill the virus.

This immune response takes a period of time to fully develop, which is why it’s important to get the flu shot early, Gustafson says.

It only takes a few minutes to get a flu shot, she says. And the side effects are usually no worse than a sore arm or feeling tired for a couple of days afterward.

Those are normal reactions, and a small price to pay for the protection you’re giving yourself – and others around you, Gustafson says.

Who should get the flu shot?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older.

Where to get your flu shot?

You can get your flu shot by making an appointment with your primary care or pediatric provider, visiting a pharmacy that offers the vaccine or visiting one of MultiCare’s walk-in clinics.

Pharmacies that offer the flu shot typically accept most forms of insurance.

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