Spring Into March: Pierce County’s Lineup of Community Events
Staff Report
As winter begins to loosen its grip, Pierce County is welcoming March with a full calendar of sponsored events designed to bring neighbors together.
Here is a look at what’s ahead.
WEDDING SHOWCASE –MARCH 7
Couples planning their big day can kick off the month at the Pierce County Wedding Showcase on Saturday, March 7. The event brings together local vendors, venues and wedding professionals in one convenient setting.
Attendees can explore décor ideas, floral arrangements, catering options and photography services while connecting directly with industry experts. Whether newly engaged or finalizing last minute details, the showcase offers an opportunity to gather inspiration and compare services in person.
Wedding showcases are often as much about creativity as logistics, and this event is designed to help couples imagine what their celebration could look like while supporting local businesses.
A QUEST FOR FAIRIES AND GNOMES – MARCH 13
Families and fantasy lovers alike are invited to step into a little magic on Friday, March 13, during A Quest for Fairies and Gnomes.
This imaginative event encourages participants to explore, search and discover tiny
hidden surprises inspired by folklore and woodland whimsy. It is the kind of program that blends outdoor exploration with storytelling, making it especially appealing for younger children and anyone who still believes a little magic might be tucked into the trees.
Organizers say the event is designed to spark creativity and get families moving together as spring approaches.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY POP UP –MARCH 17
On Tuesday, March 17, Pierce County will host a St. Patrick’s Day Pop Up to mark the holiday with festive flair.
Expect themed activities, seasonal decorations and a bit of green spirit as community members gather to celebrate.
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Mill Haus Makers Market Returns to Eatonville March 8
Local shopping, handcrafted goods and fresh cider will come together in downtown Eatonville on Sunday, March 8, as Mill Haus Cider Co. hosts its next Makers Market.
The community event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mill Haus Cider Co., located at 303 Center St. E., and will feature a curated lineup of local artisans, food vendors and small businesses from across the region.
The Mill Haus Makers Market has quickly become a favorite for shoppers who want to support local creators while enjoying a relaxed, social atmosphere. Visitors can expect a variety of handmade goods, unique crafts, specialty items and baked treats - the kind of finds you will not see in big box stores.
From handcrafted jewelry and home décor to small batch food items and locally made gifts, the market offers a chance to discover one of a kind products while meeting the people who make them.
And of course, it would not be a Mill Haus event without cider.
Guests can sip on Mill Haus’s handcrafted hard ciders while browsing vendor booths inside and around the spacious taproom. The cidery, known for its welcoming vibe and Washington sourced apples, provides the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of shopping and conversation.
Events like the Makers Market highlight Eatonville’s growing small business community and give local entrepreneurs an opportunity to showcase their work in a supportive setting. They also offer residents a chance to shop close to home, connect with neighbors and spend a Sunday afternoon downtown.
Whether you are looking for a thoughtful gift, a fresh baked treat
or simply an excuse to get out of the house, the Mill Haus Makers Market offers a low key way to enjoy the start of spring. Admission is free, and all are welcome.
For more information about the March 8 Makers Market and future
events, visit Mill Haus
online or follow them on social media for vendor announcements and updates.
Mark your calendar, invite a friend and plan to spend your Sunday supporting local makers in the heart of Eatonville.
Pierce County Commemorates 25th Anniversary of Nisqually Earthquake, Urges Earthquake Readiness
Pierce County Council and Executive
Ryan Mello jointly issued a proclamation today recognizing Feb. 28, 2026, as “Nisqually Earthquake 25th Anniversary Day” in Pierce County. The proclamation honors the dedication of first responders during the 2001 Nisqually Earthquake, resilience of the community, and helps raise awareness about the importance of earthquake readiness.
On February 28, 2001, the Nisqually Earthquake shook Western Washington with a magnitude of 6.8, causing widespread damage and disruption across the region. In
Pierce County, the temblor damaged roads, bridges, public buildings, and temporarily displaced residents and businesses. While no fatalities occurred locally, the incident caused millions of dollars in structural damage and served as a wake-up call for the region’s seismic vulnerability.
‘When the Nisqually Earthquake rattled Pierce County 25 years ago, our public safety community rallied together to help protect lives and the livelihood of our community,” said Executive Mello. “Since then, we’ve learned valuable lessons about resilience and preparedness. Our Emergency Management team works diligently every day to ensure everyone who lives, works, and plays in
Pierce County knows how to stay safe when the next earthquake strikes. This work is central to our Forward Together Strategic Plan, which prioritizes community safety, equity, and resilience.”
Pierce County has since invested in collaborative emergency planning and hazard mitigation with over 60 jurisdictions as well as earthquake readiness community outreach programs. These efforts include partnerships with cities, towns, public safety agencies, schools, businesses, and community
organizations to promote readiness and develop effective response strategies.
“The Nisqually Earthquake was a turning point for emergency preparedness in our region. Today, we have stronger building codes, better alert systems like ShakeAlert, and more community engagement than ever before. Disaster readiness starts at home—every family should have a plan and an emergency go-kit,” said Pierce County Department of Emergency Management Director Arel Solie.
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Savvy Senior: Is Your Aging Parent Safe at Home?
By Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
After watching the coverage of the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case, I’m worried about my own elderly mother who lives alone in another state. I want to make sure she’s safe without being intrusive. Are there simple, affordable ways to check in on her from afar?
—Concerned Son
Dear Concerned,
You’re not alone. High-profile cases like this often heighten fears, especially for adult children whose parents live alone and may be vulnerable. The good news is there are several free or low-cost ways to stay connected and gain peace of mind without infringing on your mother’s independence. Here are some nice options to consider.
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If your mother uses a smartphone, a simple solution is Snug (snugsafe.com), a free app that checks in daily to confirm she’s OK. It’s used by tens of thousands of older adults who live alone and want their loved ones alerted quickly if something goes wrong.
Here’s how it works: After downloading the app, your mother selects a daily check-in time. Snug sends several reminders leading up to that time, prompting her to confirm she’s OK by tapping a large green button on her screen. If she doesn’t check in within 10 minutes after her scheduled time, the app automatically notifies her emergency contacts and shares her last known location so help can be sent promptly.
For added peace of mind, Snug also offers a Dispatch Plan ($20 per month or $200 per year) that includes multiple daily check-ins. If she misses one, Snug will call her directly to see if she’s OK. If there’s still no response, they can request an in-person wellness check by local authorities, who will visit her home to make sure she’s safe. The app works with both iPhone and Android devices.
CHECK-IN CALLS
Typically, an automated system calls at a set time each day. If she answers, all is well. If she doesn’t pick up after repeated attempts, or the call goes to voicemail, her emergency contact is notified. If that contact can’t be reached, backup contacts are called. As a last resort, local police or emergency services may be dispatched to her home.
To see if this service is available in your mother’s community, call her local police department’s nonemergency number or
“While no solution can eliminate every risk, these tools can provide meaningful peace of mind”
the Area Agency on Aging at 800-6771116. If no local program exists, private companies like CareCall or ConfirmOK offer similar services for a monthly fee.
TECHNOLOGY AIDS
You might also consider simple home technology to enhance her safety. Monitored medical alert systems are among the most common – wearable “help buttons,” some with fall detection, that allow her to call for help 24/7 while immediately notifying you. These typically cost around $1 per day.
Other options include motion or contact sensors placed around the home to track daily routines and alert you to unusual activity, or a small security camera with night vision, motion detection and two-way audio that allows you to check in visually and even speak directly with her. Basic sensors and cameras can cost under $35, though they require Wi-Fi and do raise privacy considerations, so it’s important to discuss them with your mother beforehand.
While no solution can eliminate every risk, these tools can provide meaningful peace of mind, for both you and your mother, while preserving her independence.
If your mother doesn’t use a smartphone, a daily check-in call program can provide similar reassurance. Many police or sheriff’s departments nationwide offer telephone reassurance programs, often free of charge.
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Spring Break Road Trips: How to Prepare, Stay Safe and Plan Smart
Spring break arrives at just the right time. After months of gray skies, school routines and winter schedules, families are ready for a change of scenery. While some travelers take to the skies, airfare during peak spring break weeks can stretch a family budget quickly. For many households, the road trip remains the most flexible and costeffective way to travel.
But a successful spring break road trip takes planning. From vehicle preparation to travel safety and teen readiness, a few proactive steps can turn a long drive into a smooth and memorable experience.
START WITH VEHICLE PREPARATION
Winter conditions can be tough on vehicles, particularly in regions that experience rain, snow or freezing temperatures. Before leaving for spring break, schedule a quick vehicle inspection or perform one yourself. Check the following:
• Tire pressure and tread depth
• Brake condition
• Battery health
• Oil and fluid levels
• Windshield wipers and washer fluid
• Headlights and brake lights
Cold weather can weaken batteries and lower tire pressure. Even if your car has been reliable, it is wise to confirm everything is in working order before a long trip.
Pack a basic emergency kit that includes:
• Jumper cables
• Flashlight
• Bottled water
• Nonperishable snacks
• Blankets
• First-aid kit
Spring weather can shift quickly, especially in mountain regions, so being prepared adds peace of mind.
BUILD IN TIME, NOT PRESSURE
One of the most common road trip mistakes is trying to complete the journey in a single push. Fatigue increases the risk of accidents, and long hours behind the wheel reduce alertness.
Plan realistic daily driving limits. If the trip exceeds eight hours, consider dividing it into two days. Stop driving before sundown when possible, as visibility decreases and fatigue tends to rise in the evening.
If multiple licensed drivers are available, share driving responsibilities. Switching every few hours keeps everyone alert and reduces stress.
The goal is to arrive safely, not quickly.
PLAN SMART PIT STOPS
Long drives can be challenging, especially for children and teens. Build rest stops into your schedule every two to three hours.
Look for:
• Scenic overlooks
• Short hiking trails
• State parks
• Museums
• Unique roadside attractions
Even brief stops to stretch and move can significantly improve mood and energy levels. Turning rest stops into mini-adventures helps make the journey part of the vacation.
Balance Entertainment and Engagement
Screens can be helpful on long drives, but relying entirely on tablets or phones may lead to overstimulation or drained batteries.
MIX DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT WITH TRADITIONAL ROAD TRIP ACTIVITIES:
• Audiobooks or family-friendly podcasts
• License plate games
• I Spy
• Travel trivia
•Puzzle books or coloring kits
Interactive games encourage connection and keep the trip from feeling monotonous.
CHOOSE DESTINATIONS WISELY
Spring break is a peak travel period. Popular beach destinations and party hotspots can become crowded and loud, which may not align with family expectations.
Consider destinations such as:
• National or state parks
• Smaller coastal towns
• Lakeside cabins
• Cultural city destinations
Cities often offer museums, zoos and family-friendly attractions without the intensity of traditional spring break party zones.
Outdoor activities are especially appealing as winter winds down. Hiking, biking, kayaking or simply exploring new neighborhoods can provide a refreshing reset.
BUDGET FOR FLEXIBILITY
Road trips are often more affordable than flying, but fuel, lodging and dining costs still require planning.
Reserve accommodations early to secure better rates and more options. Pack snacks and drinks to reduce convenience store spending. If staying somewhere with kitchen access, preparing some meals can significantly cut costs.
Setting a realistic travel budget prevents financial stress and keeps the focus on enjoyment.
Preparing Teens for Solo Spring Break Trips
As teens grow older, some may travel independently for spring break — whether visiting friends, attending school trips or taking early college tours. Preparing them for safe travel is essential.
GENERAL SAFETY PREPARATION FOR TEENS
• Review travel plans in detail, including accommodations and transportation.
• Share itineraries and contact information with parents or guardians.
• Establish regular check-in times.
• Discuss emergency procedures, including how to contact local authorities.
• Ensure teens carry identification and understand basic travel safety rules. Encourage teens to trust their instincts. If a situation feels unsafe, they should leave immediately and contact a trusted adult.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR FEMALE TEENS
While all teens should practice situational awareness, young women traveling independently may face additional safety concerns. Parents can discuss:
• Avoiding isolated areas, especially at night.
• Staying in groups whenever possible.
• Being mindful of sharing real-time location on social media.
• Keeping beverages in sight in social settings.
• Carrying a fully charged phone and portable charger.
It is also helpful to discuss boundarysetting and assertiveness. Teens should feel empowered to say no, leave uncomfortable situations and prioritize personal safety over social pressure.
These conversations are not about limiting independence. They are about equipping young travelers with tools to make smart decisions.
KEEP SAFETY THE PRIORITY
Monitor weather forecasts before and during travel. Spring storms can create slick roads or reduced visibility. Keep phones charged and share travel plans with a trusted contact.
If driving through remote areas, download offline maps in case of limited cell service. Most importantly, remain patient. Heavy traffic is common during spring break travel periods. Leaving early in the morning or midweek can help avoid congestion. Make the Journey Part of the Vacation A road trip offers something flights cannot: shared time together. Conversations, music playlists and spontaneous stops often become the most memorable parts of a trip. Spring break does not have to be expensive or elaborate to be meaningful. With careful preparation, safe driving habits and thoughtful planning for teens traveling independently, families can enjoy a break that feels both refreshing and secure.
Whether heading to the coast, mountains or a nearby city, preparation turns a road trip into more than transportation. It becomes part of the adventure.
2026 International Long Covid Awareness Month
4th Annual Global Campaign Calls for Urgent Action for Long COVID and Heart Health Month is observed each year in March to highlight the urgent need for prevention, research, funding, and long-term care for people suffering with Long COVID. Hundreds of millions worldwide continue to be infected with SARSCoV-2, and many are still developing Long COVID.
The World Health Organization estimates 10–20% of those infected experience prolonged symptoms. Many experience serious, lifealtering complications afterone or multiple COVID-19 infections, including: cardiac, neurological, and multi-organ damage, as well as fatigue, chronic pain, autoimmune disease, and new allergies. Long COVID is associated with more than 200 symptoms. For many, it has reshaped or destroyed daily life; affecting careers, education, and financial stability. Many have become disabled and are less visible in public, contributing to the veil of this global emergency. Someone in
your life, a family member, friend, coworker, or even you, may be affected. Some remain unaware they have Long COVID, knowing they are sick, but lacking answers due to no approved biomarkers or diagnostic tests, asymptomatic infections, or not connecting symptoms to prior COVID infections.
“Long COVID is impacting millions of people across every community. This disease is disrupting careers, families, and futures. We call on our global governments and healthcare to take action now!”
Angela, ILCA
A 2024 study reported by Newsweek found that Long COVID has surpassed asthma as the most common chronic condition among children. Pediatric researchers warn it can cause cardiovascular symptoms, cognitive impairment, dysautonomia, fatigue, and autoimmune diseases, such as Type 1 diabetes, underscoring the urgent need for awareness and prevention.
CARDIOVASCULAR RISKS AND LONG-TERM HEALTH
This year’s awareness campaign highlights the lasting damage COVID-19 and Long COVID inflict on the cardiovascular and vascular
systems. Research and patient reports show elevated risks months and years after acute infection, including cardiac complications such as: fibrosis, necrosis, pericarditis, myocarditis, hypertension, heart failure, heart attack, thrombosis, arrhythmia, stroke, vascular damage, dysautonomia, and more. Governments and public health agencies must urgently address COVID-19 and Long COVID. For many patients, this marks six years of persistent illness. People need help. Prevention remains essential, including clean indoor air and masking. A study from the University of Maryland School of Public Health found that properly fitted N95 masks effectively block airborne SARS-CoV-2 particles.
“LONG COVID: EVERY HEARTBEAT COUNTS”
The 2026 campaign tagline, “Long COVID: Every Heartbeat Counts,” and the hashtag #LongCOVIDHeartbeats support science-based education, storytelling, and advocacy to raise awareness, fund research, push for better healthcare and clinical training, and promote policies to safeguard long-term heart health.
More than 400 landmarks around the world will light up teal in support of International Long COVID Awareness Month, mostly on Long COVID Awareness Day on March 15th (#LitForLongCovid).
Confirmed participating landmarks include Los Angeles City Hall, the CN Tower, and Cardiff Castle. Individuals are encouraged to light up their homes or businesses teal and wear teal to show solidarity.
Demonstrations and advocacy events will take place in: United States (Maryland, Washington State), Canada (Calgary, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver), France (Paris), and Spain (Zaragoza).
Because many people with Long COVID are bedbound or homebound, the campaign will also feature accessible virtual events and online advocacy actions to ensure that Long COVID patient voices are heard. Visit website listed at bottom for a full calendar of events.
A GROWING PUBLIC HEALTH AND ECONOMIC CRISIS Long COVID is a mass disabling event affecting hundreds of millions, straining healthcare systems, disrupting economies, and devastating families. Some
have not returned to work at all, contributing to labor shortages and economic instability. COVID-19 infections continue globally, and each reinfection carries risks. Long COVID is not rare. It is not mild. It is not over.
CALL TO ACTION
We must recognize the longterm cardiovascular consequences of COVID-19. We must invest in prevention, fund research, expand
access to screening, treatment, and disability support. We must protect future generations. This campaign calls for awareness throughout International Long COVID Awareness Month and beyond. Every infection matters. Every patient is somebody. Every heartbeat counts.
WA Farm Groups Send Letter to State Leaders
Over Dramatic Drop in Ag Profitability
By Brett Davis The Center Square
Several farming groups, including Whatcom County-based Save Family Farming, have sent a letter to Washington state leaders regarding recent data indicating the state ranks last in farmer take-home pay for 2024.
According to the USDA Economic Research Service’s farm income and wealth statistics report, in 2024, returns for Washington farm operators totaled $295 million in the red, ranking the state last in the nation for financial returns for operators. The state’s gross farm receipts totaled $13.8 billion, while expenses totaled $14.1 billion.
The letter, signed onto by 17 other state agricultural organizations, notes the industry faces a difficult economic climate, with many operators struggling to break even.
According to the letter to Gov. Bob Ferguson and state legislative leaders, Washington farmers report that the Climate Commitment Act – a comprehensive cap-and-trade program designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050 – has negatively impacted the agricultural industry, primarily through heavy fuel surcharges on gasoline and diesel.
The letter notes that Washington farmers are facing high labor costs in the form of recent labor policies, particularly the phase-in of mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours, which took full effect
House Majority Leader Admits to Being Intoxicated During Budget Hearing
Staff Report
House Majority Leader Joe Fitzgibbon, D-West Seattle, admits he was intoxicated during a House Appropriations Committee meeting on Wednesday evening.
So much so that the committee chair at one point called a recess to take him out of the hearing room, only to have him return moments later.
The 4 p.m. hearing was an executive session on House Bill 2289: Making 2025-2027 fiscal biennium supplemental operating appropriation.
Just over two hours into the debate, Fitzgibbon was offering final remarks on the proposed budget.
He appeared glassy eyed, with speech slurred as he urged support for the legislation.
“I am grateful to all the members of this committee, all the members of the House for putting forward their ideas and making sure that the operating budget that we’ve put forward does not forget that the people we are working to represent, people that we are working to lift up and support don’t always have a voice in this process, and their voice is carried forward by the members of this body,” said Fitzgibbon, who was not
wearing a suit coat and whose hair appeared disheveled.
On Thursday morning, The Center Square reached out to Fitzgibbon’s office via email and received a response that read:
“I made a poor choice last night by drinking alcohol before we had finished our work for the day,” Fitzgibbon wrote.
“I am disappointed in myself and take responsibility for that poor choice. It won’t happen again, and I’m committed to completing my work this session without alcohol.”
GOP lawmakers on the House Appropriations Committee told The Center Square it was obvious the majority leader was intoxicated.
Several members who did not want to be identified said everyone knew Fitzgibbon was impaired. “Could he have passed a BAC [blood alcohol level]? I doubt it,” one Republican member posed to The Center Square.
Another member said the chair of the committee called a recess earlier in the hearing … to “deal with Fitzgibbon,” but the majority leader soon returned to his seat.
Republican Rep. Michelle Valdez, formerly Caldier, from Gig Harbor, who is also on the committee, spoke about the incident with the Center Square.
Rep. Michelle Valdez (R-Gig Harbor) reacts to the news that
Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (D- West Seattle) was intoxicated during a budget hearing.
“The sad part is you have to understand: He is responsible for our state and for Washington Democrats and also for our state budget,” said Valdez. “He has so much power, and it is so disenfranchising to know that he’s drunk on the job.
She continued: “To be honest, if I was in charge of our state budget and destroying the state, I’d probably drink too.”
Valdez noted that the committee chair, Rep. Timm Ormsby, D-Spokane, could have made the decision NOT to allow Fitzgibbon to speak in the hearing, as they knew he was intoxicated.
Ormsby had his own public embarrassment with a rollover crash in 2018 in which he was arrested for DUI.
At the time, Democrat leadership debated whether to strip Ormsby of his chairmanship on House Appropriations but ultimately allowed him to retain the position.
Meantime, Senate Bill 5067 to lower the state blood alcohol level for DUI to .05, down from the current .08, passed the full Senate, but did not receive a vote this week out of the House Committee on Community Safety.
Plenty Opposed to Washington Environmental Crimes Bill
By Daniel Fisher Legal Newsline
in 2024, as well as the unpredictability of trade rules.
Washington farmers face severe uncertainty due to renewed trade tensions and tariffs under the Trump administration, which threaten key export markets for commodities like wheat, cherries and dairy.
“The disappearance of vital agricultural and food processing facilities across Washington state points back to the crippling costs of growing food and doing business here,” Save Family Farming President Markus Rollinger said in a news release announcing the letter. “Energy bills, labor costs, and many other regulatory compliance burdens are choking out both our state’s legacy family farming community and the critical infrastructure and businesses that support it.
“It is time for Washington’s leaders to wake up, face the devastating consequences of their inaction, and take bold steps now or be remembered as the ones who let Washington agriculture continue to disappear on their watch.”
While the problem is especially acute in Washington, lack of profitability is a national challenge.
The 2026 outlook by the USDA and American Farm Bureau Federation describes the U.S. farm economy as being in a “generational downturn.”
Net farm income is projected to slip lower in 2026, remaining $48 billion below 2022 records.
Aparade of union officials, industry association leaders and representatives of landowners and fisheries appeared at a Washington state legislative hearing to oppose a bill that would attach criminal penalties to environmental violations.
Senate Bill 5360 narrowly passed the Washington Senate but has drawn strong opposition from critics who say it will subject workers to criminal penalties for honest mistakes and potentially reduce the willingness of farmers and foresters to engage in environmentally helpful activities.
At a Monday hearing before the House Committee on Environment & Energy, Dave Garegnani of Local 77 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers said it is unfair to subject rank-and-file workers to criminal liability for failing to follow complex environmental regulations.
“It is the responsibility of management,” Garegnani told committee members. “The way this bill came forward in this session, rapidly and late, has not allowed an opportunity for any type of engagement with labor representatives.”
The Washington bill, like a similar one pending in New York, makes it a criminal offense to knowingly violate environmental regulations if they place someone else “in imminent danger of death,” or risk property or natural resources. The bill includes misdemeanor criminal penalties for negligently violating air pollution regulations.
Sponsor Sen. Yasmin Trudeau, a Democrat, said the bill had been substantially modified since it was introduced last year to widespread hostility. Legislators added protections for workers who are acting in the course of employment or if they can prove they didn’t know what they did was illegal. Local prosecutors, not the state attorney general, must initiate criminal actions and they must be tried before elected judges, Trudeau said.
Those additions didn’t satisfy representatives of the Steelworkers, pulp and paper workers and Operating Engineers unions, who testified their members should not be subject to criminal liability. The Building Industry Association, Washington Association of Counties and Energy Northwest, a public electricity producer, also oppose the bill in its current form.
Dr. Elaine Oneil of the Washington Farm Forestry Association said “the process is part of the penalty,” because it will “terrify” small landowners into avoiding any action, such as reducing wildfire brush or invasive weed control, with criminal risk.
“We’re going to end up with a reduction in effective land management because of the fear of a felony conviction,” she said.
The bill’s sponsors say it only brings Washington environmental law in line with federal law, which includes criminal penalties for some violations. It is supported by the Puyallup Tribe and environmental groups like the Puget Soundkeeper Alliance, who say financial penalties aren’t stiff enough to deter companies from polluting.
March 2026 Superintendent Newsletter
GRATITUDE
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for the steadfast support you provide to our nearly 2,000 students each and every day. Ensuring the success of every student truly takes all of us—families, staff, and community members— working together. It is an honor and a privilege to serve the Eatonville community. Thank you
for your continued partnership, encouragement, and dedication to our schools.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS
Our Eatonville staff remains deeply committed to achieving the goals outlined in our Academic Success Strategic Plan, with a strong focus on increasing student achievement and preparing every learner for life beyond graduation.
On February 17, our staff came together for a meaningful day of professional development. Together, we engaged in curriculum training, carefully analyzed student data, and collaborated on strategies to ensure continuous academic growth for every student.
Thank you to our students, families, and community members for prioritizing regular, daily attendance. This shared commitment makes a measurable difference and directly contributes to greater academic success.
COMMUNITY USE TRACK, FIELD, AND STADIUM PROJECT
Construction continues to move forward at an impressive pace. Our field looks outstanding, and the stadium is quickly taking shape, with the roof and siding now in place. The track will soon be ready for asphalt, and ADA access to the stadium is prepared for paving.
This project represents a tremendous investment in our students
How to Stay Earthquake-Ready
and electricity if needed, and review your insurance coverage.
Pierce County sits in a region where earthquakes are not a matter of if, but when. While no one can predict exactly when the next major quake will strike, residents can take practical steps now to reduce risk and stay informed.
County officials encourage a simple three-part approach: make a plan, build a kit and help each other.
MAKE A PLAN
Every household should know what to do before shaking begins. Identify safe spots in each room such as under sturdy tables or desks and practice “Drop, Cover and Hold On.” Discuss how family members will reconnect if separated and designate an out of area contact person everyone can call or text.
Consider how you would manage if utilities were disrupted. Know how to turn off gas, water
EVENTS, FROM 1
Pop up events offer a casual way to participate, whether stopping by briefly or staying to enjoy the atmosphere.
With St. Patrick’s Day falling midweek this year, the pop up provides a family friendly option for celebrating close to home.
ADULT EGG HUNT –
MARCH 28
Rounding out the month is an event just
If you have pets, older adults or individuals with mobility needs in your home, factor their specific requirements into your plan.
BUILD A KIT
Emergency supplies can make a critical difference in the first 72 hours after a major earthquake. Pierce County recommends keeping enough food and water for each household member for at least three days. Include flashlights, extra batteries, a battery powered or hand crank radio, a first aid kit, medications, copies of important documents and sturdy shoes.
Store supplies in an easy to access location and consider keeping smaller kits in vehicles or at work.
SIGN UP FOR PIERCE COUNTY ALERT
Pierce County ALERT is the county’s official emergency
for grown ups. On Saturday, March 28, Pierce County will host an Adult Egg Hunt, putting a playful twist on a childhood tradition. Unlike the classic daytime scramble for plastic eggs, this version is geared toward participants 21 and older. While details vary by venue, adult egg hunts often include prizes, themed challenges and a more competitive edge than their kid centered counterparts.
and our community, and we are excited to see it nearing completion.
Please plan to join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Community Day, Friday, May 1, at noon in the stadium. We look forward to celebrating this milestone together. I also invite you to follow project updates on our district social media pages.
LOOKING AHEAD
As we enter the spring season, I once again extend my sincere appreciation to our students, families, staff, and community members. Your unwavering support makes all the difference in the lives of our children.
I look forward to a season filled with continued growth, achievement, and collaboration. Wishing you a happy, productive, and inspiring spring. We are Eatonville Strong!
Warmly, Jay Brower Superintendent Eatonville School District
notification system. By signing up, residents can receive real time alerts about earthquakes and other emergencies via phone, text or email. Registration is free and allows you to choose how you receive notifications.
DOWNLOAD THE MYSHAKE APP
Residents are also encouraged to download the free MyShake app, developed by the University of California, Berkeley. The app provides earthquake early warning notifications, which may give users a few seconds of advance notice before shaking arrives. Those seconds can be enough time to take protective action.
Preparedness is not about panic. It is about practical steps that can protect lives. By planning, staying informed and looking out for neighbors, Pierce County residents can strengthen their community’s resilience long before the ground starts to move.
It is a reminder that community events are not just for families with young children. Adults looking for something lighthearted and social can find it here.
A MONTH OF CONNECTION
Pierce County’s March calendar reflects a simple goal: create opportunities for residents to gather, celebrate and connect. Whether planning a wedding, chasing gnomes, celebrating St.
Patrick’s Day or reliving the thrill of an egg hunt, these events offer ways to shake off winter and step into spring together. For event details, including times, locations and registration information, residents are encouraged to visit the Pierce County website or follow official social media channels for updates. March may still bring rain, but Pierce County’s event lineup promises plenty of reasons to head out anyway.
Staff Report
VA Benefits Can Help Veterans Get Care at Home
By Jeff Mason Director of Growth & Strategic Partnerships Serengeti Care
As a veteran of the United States military, the VA can pay for your home care!
Our team has spent years sitting across from veterans and their families in Washington State, often at moments when life has quietly shifted. Maybe it is harder to get up in the morning. Maybe driving does not feel as safe as it used to. Maybe a spouse is doing more and more, and neither of you wants to say it out loud.
What I hear most often is not frustration. It is surprise. Many veterans simply do not know that the VA can pay for care at home. Not in a facility.
Not in a nursing home. At home.
If you are a veteran reading this, or a spouse or adult child caring for one, I want you to hear this clearly. Getting help at home does not mean you have failed. It does not mean you are giving up independence. In many cases, it is exactly what allows you to keep it.
I think of a veteran I met here in Pierce County some time back. He had served decades earlier and lived at home with his wife. She was quietly doing everything. Helping him dress. Making sure he ate. Watching closely so he would not fall. When we talked, she said she was tired, but then quickly added, “I am fine.” Later, when
she stepped out of the room, he said something different. He said he worried about her more than himself.
They both thought care at home meant something extreme, something they were not ready for. When they learned that a few hours of help each week was an option through the VA, the relief in the room was immediate. Not because everything was solved, but because they realized they did not have to carry it alone.
I hear veterans say, “I am not there yet.” That sentence usually carries a lot of pride and a lifetime of self reliance. But needing help with bathing, meals, or getting around safely is not the same as losing control. Often it is what keeps small problems from becoming emergencies. A little support can prevent falls, reduce hospital visits, and give family caregivers room to breathe.
VA paid home care looks different for each person. For some, it is hands on help. For others, it is safety oversight, medication reminders, or companionship. The goal is not to take over your life. The goal is to support you in it, in your own home, on your own terms.
One of the hardest parts is that no one always explains these options. I often hear families say, “No one ever told us this was available.” Many assume VA benefits only come into play after a major medical event or once a nursing home is
unavoidable. Others assume they will not qualify, so they never ask. By the time they reach out, they are exhausted or already in crisis. If you are wondering where to start, begin with your local Veteran Service Officer. In Pierce County, the Pierce County Veterans Services exists for this exact reason. Veteran Service Officers help veterans understand their benefits and connect with VA case managers and resources, including care at home. Their services are free. Their role is to advocate for you,
not to pressure you into decisions. Care at home paid for by the VA is not charity. It is not something to feel embarrassed about. It is one way our community honors service by supporting veterans in the place they often feel safest and most themselves.
If this is the first time you are hearing this, you are not alone. Many families wish they had learned about this option sooner. But now that you know, you can take the next step at your own pace.
Sometimes staying independent starts with a simple conversation and knowing who to call.
Jeff Mason is a senior care leader working with veterans and families across Pierce County and the Pacific Northwest. He has spent the past decade helping families navigate care options, including those that allow veterans to remain safely at home.
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WA Moves to Issue its Own Guidance for Vaccines Insurers Must Cover
By Jake Goldstein-Street
Last fall, Washington and other Western states issued their own vaccine recommendations in a sharp rejection of federal policy that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has upended.
And on Thursday, the Washington Legislature passed legislation to change state law so that vaccine coverage is tied to recommendations from the state, not a federal panel filled with Kennedy appointees. It requires insurers to follow the state’s guidelines instead of the ones from the feds that Democrats say can no longer be trusted.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices had been made up of vaccine experts from across the country, including one from the University of Washington, but Kennedy, a longtime vaccine skeptic, fired them last year. Kennedy replaced them largely with anti-vaccine activists or doctors without expertise in the field. Kennedy has said he wanted to restore trust in a panel he believed was rife with conflicts of interest.
For decades, the committee has reviewed vaccine efficacy and recommended who should receive which shots. The guidance goes to the director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, who usually follows the group’s decisions.
These recommendations guide what vaccines insurers will cover, as opposed to forcing patients to pay out of pocket. Under the
state legislation, House Bill 2242, insurance companies must cover the state-recommended immunizations for health plans starting or renewing after April 1.
Washingtonians have had access to no-cost immunizations and other preventive health services, like cancer screenings, since 2010.
The bill passed the state Senate on Thursday on a 36-12 vote. All Senate Democrats supported the legislation, along with about a third of Republicans. The House approved it on a party-line vote earlier this month.
“When guidance reflects rigorous research and expert consensus, patients and providers can make informed decisions with confidence and public trust in our health care system is strengthened,” said Sen. Annette Cleveland, D-Vancouver, the chair of the Senate Health and Long-Term Care Committee.
The committee’s top Republican, Sen. Ron Muzzall, R-Oak Harbor, pointed out the legislation carries no vaccine mandates as he indicated his support.
The legislation now heads to the desk of Gov. Bob Ferguson, who requested it in the first place, along with Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer. This is one of the first measures to reach the governor this legislative session.
In his State of the State address to the Legislature in January, Ferguson, a Democrat, noted a new West Coast Health Alliance would be making recommendations reliant on science.
He then shouted out this bill so Washington can “shift vaccine recommendations away from science-denying federal committees and place it with our own Washington state Department of Health, which will be guided by — you guessed it again — science.”
When the governor signs it in the coming days, state law will change immediately.
After the advisory committee purge, Washington banded together with Oregon, California and Hawaii to form the West Coast Health Alliance to issue immunization guidance independent of the feds. The alliance has since announced recommendations on vaccines against COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, among others.
Last month, the CDC overhauled the childhood immunization schedule, reducing the vaccines recommended for kids from 17 to 11. For example, the federal government narrowed recommendations for shots previously advised for all kids, like those against hepatitis A and B and rotavirus.
This week, over a dozen Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration over the moves. Washington Attorney General Nick Brown is not part of the suit. The West Coast Health Alliance rebuked the CDC’s changes, and sided with the schedule laid out by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has said the new guidance reflects “common-sense public health policy shared by peer, developed countries.”
Kennedy has also drawn fire for announcing COVID vaccines would no longer be recommended for healthy children and pregnant women, a decision also currently being litigated.
File No: 25-01768WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Oscar Xavier Martinez Current Beneficiary loanDepot.com, LLC Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer loanDepot.com, LLC
Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 202404190011 Parcel Number(s) 0519155040 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on March 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM sell at public auction located At the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA 98402, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE AND STATE OF WASHINGTON: LOT 4, OF PIERCE COUNTY SHORT PLAT RECORDED OCTOBER 17, 1989 UNDER RECORDING NO. 8910170149, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TOGETHER WITH PRIVATE ROAD AND UTILITY EASEMENT AS DELINEATED ON SAID SHORT PLAT; ALSO TOGETHER WITH A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT 60 FEET IN WIDTH FOR INGRESS, EGRESS, AND UTILITIES, OVER, UNDER AND ACROSS PRIVATE ROAD SHOWN ON LARGE LOT DIVISION NO. 2163 AND AS DISCLOSED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 2787744; EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING WITHIN SAID LOT 4; Commonly known as: 12918 207th Ave. E, Bonney Lake, WA 98391
The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated April 13, 2024, recorded April 19, 2024, under Auditor’s File No. 202404190011, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Oscar Xavier Martinez, as Grantor, to WFG National Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for loanDepot.com, LLC, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to loanDepot.com, LLC, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202505300028. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: o $29,595.21 which included the monthly payments, late charges, and accrued fees and costs. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $333,389.02, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from December 1, 2024, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on March 13, 2026. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by March 02, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before March 02, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after March 02, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Oscar Xavier Martinez 12918 207th Ave. E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 by both first class and certified mail on September 04, 2025; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on September 23, 2025. The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having an objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper
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grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS: The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale, the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following:
The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownership-wa.org/
The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Website: https://answers.hud.gov/housingcounseling/ s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED 11/4/25. By: Brandon Gutierrez Name: Brandon Gutierrez Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703
NPP0480497 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 02/11/2026, 03/04/2026
File No: 25-01872WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Geoffrey Brousseau Current Beneficiary Freedom Mortgage Corporation Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Freedom Mortgage Corporation Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 202307180310 Parcel Number(s) 9100000553 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on March 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM sell at public auction located The 2ND floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: LOT 1 OF CITY OF TACOMA SHORT PLAT NO. MPD20104000015268, RECORDED OCTOBER 3, 2011 UNDER RECORDING NO. 201110035004, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE CITY OF TACOMA, COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 616 N Oakes St. Unit A, Tacoma, WA 98406 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated July 17, 2023, recorded July 18, 2023, under Auditor’s File No. 202307180310, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Geoffrey Brousseau, as Grantor, to First American Title & Escrow as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Premier Mortgage Resources, LLC, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Freedom Mortgage Corporation, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202412040062. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: o $62,244.65 which included the monthly payments, late charges, and accrued fees and costs. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $469,405.68, together with interest as provided in the Note or
other instrument secured from August 1, 2024, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on March 13, 2026. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by March 02, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before March 02, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after March 02, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Geoffrey Brousseau 616 N Oakes St. Unit A Tacoma, WA 98406 by both first class and certified mail on September 22, 2025; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on September 22, 2025. The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having an objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS: The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale, the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownership-wa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Website: https://answers.hud.gov/housingcounseling/ s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED 10/27/2025 By: Carlos Quezada Name: Carlos Quezada Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703 NPP0480418 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 02/11/2026, 03/04/2026
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON
(RCW 46.55.130), READY SET TOW #11850 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON March 10, 2026. VIEWING STARTS AT 9:00 AM AND AUCTION STARTS AT 10:00 AM. FOR A LIST OF VEHICLES OR QUESTIONS CALL 253-290-8479. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, READY SET TOW TACOMA, THE FRIDAY PRIOR, TO VIEW THE AUCTION LIST. THE SALE LOCATION IS: 2253 LINCOLN AVE TACOMA, WA 98421 Published in the Dispatch March 4, 2026
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (RCW 46.55.130), READY SET TOW #17124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON March 11, 2026. VIEWING STARTS AT 9:00 AM AND AUCTION STARTS AT 10:00 AM. FOR A LIST OF VEHICLES OR QUESTIONS CALL 360-870-6159. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, READY SET TOW Olympia, THE FRIDAY PRIOR, TO VIEW THE AUCTION LIST. THE SALE LOCATION IS: 2747 Pacific Ave SE; Suite B17, Olympia WA 98501 Published in the Dispatch March 4, 2026
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON March 10, 2026 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253-262-2869. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch March 4, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE CASE NO. 252-09173-8 ORDER OF SALE FOR PROPERTY ADDRESS: 11619 122ND ST E PUYALLUP WA 98374 LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff(s), vs. ROBERT DICKSON, RICHARD DICKSON, ET AL., Defendant(s). TO: ROBERT DICKSON AND UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF RICHARD DICKSON (IN REM), Judgment Debtor: An ORDER OF SALE has been issued in the above captioned case, directed to the Sheriff of Pierce County, commanding the sheriff as follows: THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: Pierce County Sheriff A Judgment of Foreclosure was entered and docketed in this case on November 20, 2025. The Judgment was entered in favor of the Judgment Creditor: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, 3637 Sentara Way, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452; against ROBERT DICKSON, RICHARD DICKSON, with a money award in the amount of $305,971.76, plus post judgment interest at the rate of 5.1250% per annum from November 20, 2025 to date of sale, with a per diem of $42.96, and whereas said judgment is a foreclosure without deficiency judgment, eight month redemption period. Any additional amounts as Plaintiff may advance for taxes, assessments, municipal charges, and such other items that constitute liens on the property, together with insurance and repairs necessary to prevent the impairment of the security, together with interest thereon from the date of payment may also be added to the Judgment and paid from sale of the Property pursuant to the Judgment in paragraph 3. NOW, THEREFORE, IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, you are hereby commanded to sell, in the manner prescribed by law for the sale of real property on execution (subject to redemption of 8 months), all of the interest that the Defendant had on May 31, 2019, the date of the Deed of Trust, and also the interest that the Defendant had thereafter acquired, in the real property described as follows: LOT 1, AS SHOWN ON SHORT PLAT NO. 8401240252, FILED WITH PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN/Parcel No. 0419108063 and commonly known as: 11619 122ND ST E, PUYALLUP, WA 98374. Sale of the property is to satisfy the sum listed above, plus the costs incurred in performing this Order of Sale. You are to make the return within 60 days after issuance by the court. For purposes of sale, the Order may be automatically extended for 30 days.
WITNESS, the Honorable SUSAN ADAMS, Judge of the Superior Court and seal of said court, affixed this 11TH day of December 2025, at Tacoma, Washington.
IVÁN SANDOVAL COUNTY CLERK By Deputy Clerk ENTERED JUDGMENT # 25-9-04219-8
The sale date has been set for MARCH 20, 2026. YOU MAY HAVE A RIGHT TO EXEMPT PROPERTY from the sale under statutes of this state, including sections 6.13.010, 6.13.030, 6.13.040, 6.15.010, and 6.15.060 of the Revised Code of Washington, in the manner described in those statutes. MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS GRACE CHU, WSBA No. 108
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN RE: THE COMMUNITY ESTATE OF ROSEMARY ANN ANICELLO AND GORDON DOUGLAS ANICELLO, Deceased Case No.: 26-4-01409-1 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors February 23, 2026 Date of first publication of notice to creditors: March 4, 2026 /s/ TYSON ANICELLO TYSON ANICELLO Administrator for the Community Estate of ROSEMARY ANN ANICELLO AND GORDON DOUGLAS ANICELLO c/o Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Community Estate of ROSEMARY ANN ANICELLO AND GORDON DOUGLAS ANICELLO Marine View Law PLLC 18655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch March 4, 11 & 18, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE Estate of DONALD C. WIMBERLY, Deceased. No. 25-4-02986-0 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: February 18, 2026 Personal Representative: Jenni Rotmans Attorney for the Personal Representative: Shannon Sheets Address for Mailing or Service: 112 West 4th Street The Dalles, OR 97058 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: PIERCE County Superior Court Cause No.: 25-4-02986-0 Jenni Rotmans Published in the Dispatch February 18, 25 & March 4, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MASAKO I. MURPHY, Deceased. NO. 26-4-01425-3 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as
otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors February 18, 2026 Date of first publication February 25, 2026 s/ PATRICK IMAI MURPHY PATRICK IMAI MURPHY Personal Representative for the Estate of MASAKO I. MURPHY c/o Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 s/Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of MASAKO I. MURPHY Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE IN RE: THE ESTATE OF WALTER ALLEN GIFFIN Deceased. NO. 26-4-01472-5 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administrator named below has been appointed as administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the administrator or the administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors February 13, 2026 Date of first publication February 25, 2026 /s/ Kathleen Diane Riddle
KATHLEEN DIANE RIDDLE Administrator for the Estate of WALTER ALLEN GIFFIN c/o Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave. S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of WALTER ALLEN GIFFIN Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave. S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff(s), vs. CHRISTOPHER M BUCHNER BUGGS, ASHAYLA C REED, ET AL., Defendant(s). Cause No. 25-2-09638-1 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: CHRISTOPHER M BUCHNER BUGGS (IN REM), Judgment Debtor(s). The Superior Court of PIERCE County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Pierce County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above-entitled action. If developed, the property address is 4213 63RD AVE E, FIFE, WA 98424. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, March 20, 2026 Place: 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402 2nd Floor Entry Plaza The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $641,610.86 together with interest, costs, and fees, before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the Sheriff at the address stated below: Dated at Tacoma, Washington, January 30, 2026. KEITH SWANK SHERIFF OF PIERCE COUNTY. By: Christine A Eaves, Deputy Civil Section, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room, 1B 203, Tacoma, Washington, 98402 (253) 798-7520 See legal description below or reverse: LEGAL DESCRIPTION Lot(s) 32, Saddle Creek, according to the plat thereof recorded May 12, 2005 under Pierce County Recording No(s) 200505125010, records of Pierce County, Washington. Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. PARCEL NO.: 6024990320 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS GRACE CHU, ATTORNEY 108 1ST AVE S, STE 400 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 (206)596-4856 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH In the Matter of the Estate of Jesse E. Beavin, Deceased CAUSE NO. 26-4-0010731 NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.020) The person named below has been appointed Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as
provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: February 25, 2026 ADMINISTRATOR Robert S. Beavin 14532 254th Ave SE Monroe, WA 98272 ATTORNEY FOR ADMINISTRATOR Amber L. Hunt Woodinville Law 13901 NE 175th St, Ste G Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 485-6600 Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: ORRAN L. RETZLAFF, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00235-8 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors: 02/12/2026 Date of first publication: 02/18/2026 DATED this 12th day of January, 2026. /s/ TODD ANDREW RETZLAFF Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Published in the Dispatch February 18, 25 & March 4, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY In Re The Estate of: WILLIAM LEONARD ALBAITIS and MAUREEN ELIZABETH ALBAITIS, Deceased. No. 26-4-013672 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) (NTCRD) The person named below has been appointed as Administrator of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedents must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditors as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.60. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedents’ probate and nonprobate assets. Administrator: William M. Albaitis Date of First Publication: February 18, 2026 /s/ Peter Klipstein Peter Klipstein, WSBA #26507 GRAUNKE AYOUB LAW 33400 9th Avenue S, Suite 120 Federal Way, WA 98003 Telephone: (206) 6524310 Facsimile: (206) 686-0190 Email: peter@graunke-ayoub.com Counsel for Administrator Address for Mailing or Service: Graunke Ayoub Law 33400 9th Avenue S, Suite 120 Federal Way, WA 98003 Published in the Dispatch February 18, 25 & March 4, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KING COUNTY In Re the Estate of: BARBARA ANN LARSON, Deceased. Probate No. 264-01354-1 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s
probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Personal Representative: Alan Douglas Larson Attorney for the Personal Representative: Brittany S. Stockton Address for Mailing or Service: Iddins Law Group 25052 104th Ave SE, Suite B Kent, WA 98030 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: King County Superior Court 26-4-01354-1 KNT Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KING COUNTY In Re the Estate of: SANDRA EMILIE VIERT, Deceased. Case No. 26-401664-7 KNT NON-PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.42.030 The Notice Agent named below has elected to give Notice to Creditors of the abovenamed Decedent. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this Notice with the court, the Notice Agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as Notice Agent or of the appointment of a Personal Representative of the Decedent’s estate in the State of Washington. According to the records of the court as are available on the date of the filing of this Notice with the court, a cause number regarding the Decedent has not been issued to any other Notice Agent and a Personal Representative of the Decedent’s estate has not been appointed. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.42.070 by serving on or mailing to the Notice Agent or the Notice Agent’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the Notice Agent’s Declaration and Oath were filed. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Notice Agent served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.42.020(2)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: February 25, 2026 Notice Agent: Karen L Fall Attorney for the Notice Agent: Christian C. Pearson Address for Mailing or Service: Iddins Law Group, PS 25052 104th Ave SE, Suite B Kent, WA 98030 Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
City of Tacoma Determination of Environmental Non-Significance
Lead Agency: City of Tacoma, Department of Public Utilities, Light Division, DBA Tacoma Power, Natural Resources Applicant: City of Tacoma, Department of Public Utilities, Light Division, DBA Tacoma Power, Benjamin Caviness, Natural Resources Proposal: Tacoma Power is replacing an aged 72-in culvert along the LaGrande Dam Access Rd. Culvert will be replaced with a steel girder bridge. This project will also include slope armoring and stabilization on the adjacent steep slope. Location: Pierce County Parcel 0415041006. SE ¼ of Section 4 of Township 15N and Range 04E. LAT: 46.810028 N LONG: -122.301167 W SEPA Public Information Center File No. SEPA Number 202600654, Tacoma Record LU26-0028 City of Tacoma, Planning and Development Services, has made a preliminary determination that this project does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(9c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on www.tacomapermits.org or upon request. Comments on this determination of environmental non-significance must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on March 20, 2026 to Tacoma Public Utilities/Generation, Attn: Matthew Bleich, 3628 S 35th Street, Tacoma, Washington 98409. The City will reconsider this determination based on timely comments and may retain, modify, or if significant adverse impacts are likely, withdraw the determination. Unless modified by the City, this determination will become a final determination on March 27, 2026. There is no administrative appeal opportunity for this Determination. Appeals may be filed at the Superior Court of the State of Washington within 21 days after the final Determination of Non-Significance is issued. Appeals to the Superior Court shall be taken in accordance with procedures and limitations set forth in RCW 43.21C.075. A copy of the appeal shall be filed with City of Tacoma, Planning and Development Services, Attn: Shirley Schultz. The City of Tacoma does not discriminate on the basis of disability in any of its programs or services. Upon request, special accommodations will be provided within five (5) business days by contacting 591-5363 (VOICE) or 591-5070 (TTY). Issue/Publication Dates: February 25th,
2026, March 4th, 2026 The Eatonville Dispatch
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of DONNA WERLINE LUCKY, Deceased. NO. 264-01554-3 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed me as Personal Representatives of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after we served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020 (1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication of this Notice: February 25, 2026 David J. Lucky Personal Representative 500 S. 336th Street, Suite 214 Federal Way, WA 98003 Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re Minor Guardianship of:
MALIYAH JADE PETROFF No. 25-403050-7 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication No. 25-4-03050-7 To John Doe, I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for a Minor Guardianship. You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: 1/26/2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: 1.) No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and 2.) The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): You can get the Response/ Objection form and other forms you may need at: The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms. Washington Law Help: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County 930 Tacoma Ave. South Rm #110 Tacoma, WA 98402. 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your response without one. Person Filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below. Signature: Alex Petroff date 1/15/26 Print name: Alex Petroff. I agree to accept legal papers for this case at the following address: P.O. Box 433 Orting, WA 98360 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other parties may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. mons is issued according to Rule 4. 1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25 & March 4, 2026
Superior Court of Washington, County of PIERCE In re the Minor Guardianship of: VINCENT BRUMMER II No. 25-402420-5 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: John Doe I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Emergency Petition for Minor Guardianship and Petition for Minor Guardianship You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: 02/04/2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): Other: GDN M 301, Objection to Minor Guardianship You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at • The Washington State
Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/ forms • Washington LawHelp: www. washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Ave. S., Rm 110 Tacoma, WA, 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /S/ Najja O. Bullock 01/28/2026 Najja O. Bullock 43216 Print name and WSBA No., if any I agree to accept legal papers for this case at Lawyer’s address: 5631 Tacoma Mall Blvd Suite 1 Tacoma WA 98409 lawyer’s address This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the Parenting and Support of: Child(ren): BRAIDYN LEO PITTMAN KALUB JAMES OLIVER PITTMAN KARAH CYNTHIA-JO PITTMAN
Petitioner/s: KEVIN LEO PITTMAN And Respondent/s: SARAH MARIE HUSON No. 25-3-03546-7 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): SARAH MARIE HUSON I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: PETITION FOR MODIFICATION You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: 2/18/2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [X] FL Modify 602, Response to Petition to Change Parenting Plan, Residential Schedule or Custody Order. You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/ forms • Washington LawHelp: www. washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 110, Tacoma WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ KEVIN LEO PITTMAN I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 11402 243rd AVENUE COURT EAST, TRAILER #1, BUCKLEY WA 98321 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL Alf Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Minor Guardianship of BRENDEN FRANCIS SWEZEY No. 24-4-00358-7 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: Unknown father of BRENDEN FRANCIS SWEZEY I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Minor Guardianship. You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: February 25, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. Fill out a Response on this form: GDN M 301 Objection to Minor
BACKGROUND:
The focus of this planning project is development of a Safety Action Plan that complies with the Federal Highways Administration guidelines and incorporates key elements from existing policies and plans adopted by the Puyallup City Council. Examples of those are Safe Routes to School Plan (2019) and Active Transportation Plan (2017). The City was awarded a planning grant from FHWA and the City’s submittal had nine action items included in the plan development and are shown below: Public Engagement Infrastructure Evaluation
Traffic Data Collection and Crash Data Analysis Road User Behavior and Operations Traffic Camera Locations Identification and Study Policies, Guidelines, Standards Project Identification and Prioritization Speed Management Initiatives and Other Technologies Developing Ongoing Staffing needs and Data Collection Standards Submittals are encouraged to discuss their qualifications and abilities to complete the action items but are welcome to include ideas of new action items or modifications of those listed to better support safety improvement recommendations. The City was encouraged by FHWA staff during workshops to emphasize potential physical infrastructure improvement projects in the plan that could be competitive for implementation grants.
ANTICIPATED SELECTION SCHED-
ULE:
The anticipated schedule for consultant selection, contract execution, and work is shown below:
March 4 & March. 11, 2026 Advertise for SOQs
March 26, 2026 - Statements of Qualifications Due April 20, 2026 - City Completes Review of RFQ Submissions
April 21, 2026 - Notify Selected Consultants of Interview
May 1st, 2026 - City Interviews Selected Consultants
May 6th, 2026 - Final Selection
May 22, 2026 - Final Scope and Contract Negotiations
May 19th, 2026 - City Council Authorizes Contract Execution
RESPONSE TO THE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS:
At a minimum, your response to the RFQ must include the following information: 1. General qualifications of the firm to perform the work as described in this RFQ.
2. Representative List of Projects - list all relevant, successfully completed, planning projects. Project descriptions shall include the firm’s project team members, their assignments, and year of the project.
3. Include references for each project listed above identifying the owner, contact person’s name, title, address, and telephone number.
4. Provide the name, phone number, and office address of the project manager who will direct the work for your firm.
5. Describe the project manager’s experience with developing and/or managing projects and their commitment to this project.
6. Identification of proposed team members for the City’s project with organizational chart and qualifications of the project manager, project engineer, and all key personnel proposed for this project. Identify similar projects on which the proposed team members have jointly worked.
7. Describe your firm’s experience with federally funded projects. Discuss your firm’s approach to project management and documentation on federally funded projects.
8. Ability to obligate staff, meet the project schedule, and ability to meet DBE goals.
9. Discuss and quantify your firm’s past performance regarding unanticipated changes in scope and requesting contract amendments for either planning or design.
10. Ability to follow required RFQ submittal requirements, effective use of limited space, professional presentation, grammar, spelling, and is easy to follow and read. (5 points)
SUBMITTAL DEADLINE: Interested firms must submit one (1) electronic copy (PDF) of their Statements of Qualifications in an email titled “Consultant Name - Project Name Project SOQ” to Hhunger@PuyallupWA.gov and MGehring@PuyallupWA.gov
Statements of Qualifications should be limited to ten (10) 8 ½” x 11” singlesided pages, including cover letter and resumes.
The Statement of Qualifications must be delivered, as stated above, to the City of Puyallup no later than 2:00 PM on March 26, 2026, to be considered. Submittals received after this date and time will automatically be rejected and will not receive further consideration by the City. For specific questions, please contact Hans Hunger, P.E. at (253) 435-3640 or email at Hhunger@PuyallupWA.GOV
EVALUATION OF SUBMITTALS:
1. A City evaluation committee will review the responses to this RFQ for the purpose of identifying and recommending those firms offering, in total, the highest qualifications and experience with this type of project.
2. The City will evaluate the RFQ submissions based on the criteria referenced in Items 1 - 10 above. All submittals will be reviewed and ranked according to competence and professional qualifications as well as a demonstrated ability to perform the work.
3. On the basis of the information submitted and the project’s federal funding requirements, the City will select a shortlist of firms for interviews. The lead members of the project team will be expected to attend any interviews scheduled with the City.
4. Final selection of a consultant will be based on submitted materials, the interview conducted, and responses from any references solicited.
5. The selection of a consultant and the execution of a contract, while anticipated, are not guaranteed by the City.
The City reserves the right to determine which submittal is in the City’s best interest and to award the contract on that basis, to reject any and all submittals, waive any irregularities of any submittal, and negotiate with any potential consultant if such is deemed to be in the best interest of the City.
The City makes no commitment to any respondent to this request for Statements of Qualifications beyond consideration of the written response to this request. Preparation of materials in response to this RFQ are totally the responsibility of the consultant.
The City of Puyallup is an equal opportunity employer and encourages disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned consultant firms to respond.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information
The City of Puyallup in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Dan Vessels at dvessels@puyallupwa.gov or by calling collect (253) 841-5480.
Title VI Statement
The City of Puyallup, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.
Published in the Tacoma Weekly/Dispatch and the Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC) March 4, 2026 and March 11, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE BFS GROUP, LLC dba BFS GROUP OF WASHINGTON, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. AE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC; WESTERN SURETY CO., Contractor’s Bond No. 72493685; JOSH JOHNSON, individually; Defendants. Cause No. 252-13409-7 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION The State of Washington to the said Defendant JOSH JOHNSON: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 4th day of February 2026, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff BFS GROUP, LLC dba BFS GROUP OF WASHINGTON, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff BFS GROUP, LLC dba BFS GROUP OF WASHINGTON, LLC, at their office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. The demand of said claim is payment for material supplied to Plaintiff. Aaron J. Atkission Wertjes Atkission Law, PS 321 Cleveland Ave SE, Ste. 201 Tumwater, WA 98501 First Date of Publication: February 4, 2026 DATED this 26th day of January 2026. WERTJES ATKISSION LAW, P.S. /s/ Aaron J. Atkission Aaron J. Atkission, WSBA No. 49035 Attorney for Plaintiff Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 & 11, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: GAYLA LAVAY HILL, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00254-4 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010 (1)(c); or (2) four months after
the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 4, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATNE: /s/ Jennifer Susanne Hill MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253-484-0142 Fax: 253572-8957 conor@conormccarthylaw. com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 4, 11 & 18, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: JESUS BRIONES-CASTILLEJA, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00504-7
NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 4, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Brandon Thomas Briones McCarthy Law Office, PLLC 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253-4840142 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 4, 11 & 18, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: JOSEPH FRANK BERTUCCI, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00423-7 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010 (1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: February 25, 2026 PERSONALREPRESENTATIVE: February 25, 2026 /s/ Michael Stephen Bertucci MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253484-0142 Fax:253-572-8957 conor@ conormccarthylaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: MERRY ANN LOILAND, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00225-1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate as-
sets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: February 18, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Cheri Eileen Loiland MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone:253-484-0142 Fax:253572-8957 conor@conormccarthylaw. com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch February 18, 25 & March 4, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE MINOR GUARDIANSHIP PETITION, SUMMONS SERVICE BY PUBLICATION TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, AND: To John Doe, unknown biological father of Indigo Rose Baltazar, DOB 11-1-2025, Minor Guardianship Petition, Cause No. 26-4-00032-1 I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for a Minor Guardianship You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this summons is published: February 25, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default of judgement). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response: • If you disagree use Objection to Minor Guardianship, form GDN-M-301 • If you agree use Parent’s Consent to Minor Guardianship, form GDN-M-304 You can get the Response/Objection form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp. org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee) 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County 930 Tacoma Ave South, Room #110 Tacoma, WA 98402 5. Lawyer Not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons: Shaun Sanchez I agree to accept legal papers for this cause at the following address: 22123 50th Ave Ct E Spanaway, WA 98387 This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 2026
NOTICE OF COMPLETE LAND USE APPLICATION(S)
The City of Puyallup Development Center hereby announces that the following complete land use application(s) have been submitted for processing. Planning Case No. PLSSP20250073: Applicant: Jason Sea, McInnis Engineering Location: 2401 INTER AVE, PUYALLUP, WA 98372; Zoning: ML - Limited Manufacturing Request: Proposed off-street parking lot with 62 stalls and semitruck parking. Approximately half of the stalls will serve Red Dot Corporation which is located directly to the north of the site. Project includes paving, striping, landscaping, lighting, and stormwater. No new buildings are proposed. Associated civil application PRCCP20250176. Comment Due Date: Written comments will be accepted if filed with the Development and Permitting Services Department on or before 3:00PM on March 18, 2026.
SEPA status: The City may issue a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) or Mitigated Determination of NonSignificance (MDNS) for this proposal under the optional DNS SEPA process, provided in WAC 197-11-355. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposed project. The proposal may include mitigation measures under applicable codes, and the project review process may incorporate or require mitigation measures regardless of whether an EIS is prepared. A copy of the subsequent threshold determination for the proposal may be obtain upon request. Consistent with WAC 197-11-545 regarding consulted agencies, other agencies and the public, comments must be received on this notice to retain future rights to appeal the subject Determination. Environmental mitigation measures under consideration: None identified as of the date of this mailer; staff reviewing SEPA checklist. Public Comments: Please be advised that any response to this letter will become a matter of Public Record. The public, consulted agencies and other agencies are encouraged to contact the staff listed below to become a ‘Party of Record’ on the subject permit application(s). The public may review contents of the official file for the subject proposal, provide written comments,
participate in public hearings/meetings for the subject permit(s), and request a copy of the final decision. General application information is available for public review at www.cityofpuyallup.org/ActivePermits. The application file is available for review at https://permits.puyallupwa. gov/portal/. Please click on the ‘ Application Search’ button under the ‘ Planning Division’ header. Once you have navigated to the Planning Division Application search page, you can search by the case number or site address. The file can also be viewed in person at Puyallup City Hall during normal business hours (9:00am - 3:00pm) at the Development and Permitting Services Center at 333 South Meridian, 2nd floor, Puyallup, WA 98371). Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The City of Puyallup in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Dan Vessels Jr. at DVessels@PuyallupWA.gov, by calling (253) 841-5480, writing us via mail (333 South Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371) or by visiting the Development and Permitting Services Center at 333 South Meridian, 2nd floor, Puyallup, WA 98371). Staff contact: Nabila Comstock, Associate Planner - (253) 770-3361 | NComstock@PuyallupWA.gov Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 4, 2026
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 3338 City of Puyallup, Washington On the 24th day of February, 2026, the City Council of the City of Puyallup passed Ordinance No. 3338. A summary of the content of said Ordinance, consisting of the title, is provided as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON, AMENDING VARIOUS CHAPTERS OF PUYALLUP MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 2.54 (HEARING EXAMINER) AND TITLE 19 (PLATS AND SUBDIVISIONS), INCLUDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW CHAPTERS (PMC 19.09, PMC 19.11 AND PMC 19.13) RELATED TO LAND SUBDIVISIONS; AND FURTHER AMENDING PUYALLUP MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 20.11 AND 20.15 TO UPDATE PERMIT PROCESSING TIMELINES AND PROCEDURES TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW AND TO REVISE LOCALLY ADOPTED PUBLIC NOTICE STANDARDS. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.
DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: February 25, 2026 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: February 24, 2026
PUBLISHED: March 4, 2026 Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch EFFECTIVE DATE: March 9, 2026 ORDINANCE NO.: 3338
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 3339 City of Puyallup, Washington On the 24th day of February, 2026, the City Council of the City of Puyallup passed Ordinance No. 3339. A summary of the content of said Ordinance, consisting of the title, is provided as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP AND PUYALLUP MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 20.46 AND 20.51.
The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.
DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: February 25, 2026 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: February 24, 2026
PUBLISHED: March 4, 2026 Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch
EFFECTIVE DATE: March 9, 2026
ORDINANCE NO.: 3339
SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE In the Matter of the Estate of MARINA D. CERVANTES, Deceased. No. 254-01415-32 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as the Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: 2/25/2026 Personal Representative: Phyllis R. Coolen Address for Mailing Notice: Evergreen Estate & Elder Law Holland I. McBurns, WSBA #30600 818 W. Riverside Ave. Suite 510 Spokane, WA 99201 Telephone Number: 509-3255222 Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch February 25, March 4 & 11, 2026
