Pullman Community Update
VOL. 24 | NO. 10 OCTOBER 2019
CITY OF PULLMAN | PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL | PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT | WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Two Components Of The Next Era of Excellence and Why They Matter: Moving forward to the Next Era of Excellence in healthcare The Next Era of Excellence is about ensuring your community hospital is moving forward to meet the growing demands of providing 5 star quality healthcare today and tomorrow. In mid-October, Pullman residents will receive their ballot with a $29 million bond measure over the next 25 years. Here’s what the funds would cover.
$29 million bond proposal $11 million funded by Pullman Regional Hospital and PRH Foundation
HOSPITAL ADDITION Recruiting and retaining physicians is at the core of The Next Era of Excellence. We need more space for more outpatient services and to house physicians and specialists who we are recruiting to the area. In addition, we need space to house a medical residency program in Family Medicine to build a pipeline of primary care physicians who will stay in the area to practice.
Why it matters: More space means: • • • •
Expanded specialty services in Pullman Keeping top-rated physicians local Providing convenient and coordinated care to the community More Family Medicine physicians training and practicing locally
Currently, we do not have space to house specialists like neurology and oncology, two services that are now located in Moscow due to our space constraints.
COMMUNITY-WIDE ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORD
Potential physician specialties to increase access include:
The Next Era of Excellence connects physician offices and hospitals locally and across the state with a secure, shared community-wide electronic patient medical record.
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Why it matters: • Patient convenience • Real time access to patient information for providers • Less paper work Read more at www.pullmanregional.org/next-era-of-excellence.
Family Medicine Internal Medicine Pediatrics Cardiology Gastroenterology Psychiatry General Surgery OB/GYN
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Ophthalmology Otolaryngology Allery Dermatology Physical Medicine Rheumatology Endocrinology Nephrology
Vote by mail-in ballot by November 5!
Frequently Asked Questions on the Next Era of Excellence 1. What is the status of the current hospital bond? In 2004, we opened a new state-of-the-art hospital funded by an $8.2 million bond, philanthropy, and bank financing. Since voters passed the 2001 bond for the new hospital, we have worked to be excellent stewards of our public district hospital, including refinancing the original bonds in 2011 – a district taxpayer savings of more than $400,000 over the life of the bond. This bond will be paid off in 2021.
• Confirmed practices ready to move to new space include Palouse Pediatrics, Pullman OB/GYN, Behavioral Health and Palouse Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine • Family medicine residency program. • Center for Women’s & Children’s Health, including diagnostics, adult day health, drop-off childcare. • Care coordination and telehealth.
2. What has the current Era of Excellence provided the community? Over the last five years, Pullman Regional Hospital has invested approximately $12 million in plant, facilities maintenance, and equipment and has used hospital reserves and philanthropic gifts to add a fourth operating room and build the new Same Day Services addition to keep up with the growing demand for outpatient care.
Also included as part of the Next Era of Excellence is an upgraded, state-of-the-art, information technology system that is an essential infrastructure to develop a seamless, secure community-wide electronic patient medical record.
4. What is an electronic medical record and what does it mean to me? An electronic medical record contains your health information and history. Hospitals and physician offices use different software systems 3. What new services will be provided through the Next Era of or paper records that do not “talk to each other.” As such, most times Excellence? patients must fill out a form when they visit a new provider. A universal The Next Era of Excellence includes a proposed addition to the community-wide electronic medical record will serve as a central hospital to co-locate and better coordinate services and team-based care. repository for patient medical records. Physician offices and hospitals in Space is needed to create this improved patient experience. the community would be connected to this repository. • Increased access to potential new and expanded medical 5. When will the bond proposal be on the ballot? services include Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, The measure will be on the ballot for a vote on November 5, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Psychiatry, General Surgery, OB/GYN, 2019. This is a mail in ballot that you must complete and mail back. Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Allery, Dermatology, Physical The ballot should reach Pullman Medicine, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, Nephrology. households mid-October. FAQ CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
In This Issue… Pullman Regional Hospital Pullman Depot Heritage Center Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse YMCA of the Palouse Washington State University City of Pullman Community Calendar Community Action Center Pullman School District Pullman Chamber of Commerce Spokane Falls Community Colleges Whitman County Humane Society Gladish Community & Cultural Center WSU Transportation
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OCTOBER 2019 FAQ CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 6. What are the boundaries of the hospital district? The boundaries are the city of Pullman. Those residing in Pullman city limits will be eligible to vote on the bond. 7. How much will the Next Era of Excellence cost and how will it be funded? The total project cost is estimated to be $40 million. We plan to fund this through a $29 million bond and $11 million through the Foundation and the hospital. 8. What is the expected levy rate? Based on the average assessed value of a home in Pullman of $250,000, in 2019, a homeowner will pay taxes of $83.00 per year ($6.92/month) for the original hospital bond from 2001. If the proposed new bond passes, the same homeowner will pay hospital taxes of $250 per year ($20.83/month) beginning in 2020. This is an increase in hospital bond taxes of $167 per year ($13.92/month). Note: Pullman homeowners are currently paying an M&O levy tax for Pullman Regional Hospital which will continue once the 2001 bond is retired. 9. When would the project be complete? If funding is approved and philanthropic support from the community is attained, the plan is to break ground on the addition in 2021 and to be complete in 2022. 10. What are the plans to bring needed specialty medicine to Pullman Regional Hospital, such as oncology? We continue to work collaboratively with other rural hospitals in the region to financially support expensive specialty care. We have been actively working with Gritman
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Medical Center and Whitman Hospital and Medical Center to bring oncology services to the region. This fall, a new oncologist is starting at Palouse Oncology in Moscow, and a new full-time neurologist will be starting practice with Palouse Neurology. Both of these practices are shared services of the three hospitals. Additionally, the three hospitals support Palouse Surgeons, Palouse Urology and Palouse ENT/ Audiology. We will continue to work together to bring other needed specialists to the area to serve our community in a cost effective manner. 11. Why are only Pullman residents being asked to fund the proposed bond? As a public district, non-profit hospital, our current district boundaries are Pullman city limits. Changes to this would require a community wide effort to redistrict the voting area. Meanwhile, the Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation actively solicits private donations from residents outside the hospital district to support their community hospital. 12. How will parking be impacted? As the hospital continues to grow and see more patients, the challenges of parking grow. Here are facts on our parking situation and things we are considering as we plan for possible expansion. • Currently, the hospital campus has 527 parking stalls and 25 of those stalls are designated as accessible. • With the possibility of an addition, we will need a total of 582 stalls, or a minimum of 55 more stalls, with 12 of those designated as accessible. Our current 25 accessible stalls exceed the code minimum of 2 percent. • This past spring, we reorganized staff and physician parking which freed up many spots on the hospital campus.
October | Health Education Calendar 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Work In Progress, AA Meeting, Tuesdays, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Conf. Rm. “C, Jonathan, (360) 628-0097; Matthew (360) 380-7078 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Tai Chi Beginners, Must Register, Tuesdays, 1:00 pm 2:00 pm, Pullman Parks n’Rec, Frances Preston, OT 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd Taichi Qigong, No Fee, Wednesday, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Bishop Place, Social Room, Liz Lee, LaC & East Asian Med.Practitioner; (509) 334-4080 2nd Board of Commissioners, 1st Wednesday, 6:00 pm -10:00 pm, PRH Conf. Rms “C/D”, Erin 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Healthy Steps Together, Filled, Thursdays, 4:30 pm 6:00 pm, Conf. Rms. C/D, (509) 336-7543; https://pullmanregional.org/patient-care/services/ nutrition-therapy/healthy-steps-together-program 4th & 18th Caregivers Coffee & Support, Food provided, 1st & 3rd Friday, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, Malden Library, Melissa, (509) 332-0365
13th Palouse Mental Illness & Advocacy Support Group, 2nd Sunday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Conf. Rm “A”, Zoe Cooley @ (208) 835-3071 and, Lorraine Cline @ (509) 758-0284
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14th & 28th Caregivers Coffee & Support, Open group, 2nd & 4th Mondays, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Regency Senior Living Center, Melissa, (509) 332-0365
4th INBC Blood Drives, 1st Friday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Pullman Regional Hospital, www.inbcsaves.org
16th Breast Cancer Support Group of the Palouse, 3rd Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Conf. Rm. C, Cathy Murphy, MS RN
7th, 21st Breast Feeding Support, every other week, Mondays, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, PRH Conf. Rms., BirthPlace
18th Monthly Drop-In Grief Support, No pre-registration Required, 3rd Friday , 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, Bishop Place Independent Living Apartments 3rd Floor Library, Annie Pillers (509) 332-4414 21st Pre Op Total Joint Class, Open to the public, 3rd Monday, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Conf. Rms. “C/D”, Maile Kellar, PTA, Orthopedic Care Coordinator
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th Childbirth 101, New Session starts 23rd, Mondays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Conf. Rms “A/B”, BirthPlace 10th Massage Stories & Instruction for Baby and the Growing Child, Free to Public, Thursday, 11:00 AM, Neill Public Library Pullman, Jill Jeffries, LMC & Esther Sanders, LMC
22nd Lupus Fibro Support Group, 4th Tuesday, 4:30 pm 5:30 pm, Conf. Rm “A”, Noel Nicolai, PhD.
12th Weekend Childbirth, Must Register/Fee, Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Conf. Rms. “A/B”, BirthPlace
7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th Tai Chi Intermediate, Generosity Inspires Program, Mondays, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Pullman Parks n’Rec, Frances Preston, OT
23rd Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast: With a side of WHAT?”, Facilitator: Rotendo Chikuku, AuD, Wednesday, 7:30 am - 8:30 am, PRH’s Red Sage Café, Noel, (509) 336-7404
14th & 28th Prenatal Breast Feeding Class, $15 Registration Fee, every other Monday, 12:30 pm -2:30 pm, PRH Conf. Rms., BirthPlace
7th, 21st Caregivers Coffee & Support, Open group, 1st & 3rd Monday, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, Whitman County Library, Melissa, (509) 332-0365
24th Autism Spectrim Disorder on the Palouse Support Group, Thursday, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Conf. “D”, Frances Preston, OT & Betsy Wilson, MA,CCC-SLP
9th Women’s Wellness Wednesdays: Leslie Roberson, PhD., “Taking Flight: Energizing & Redefining the Empty Nest”, Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, 3Forks Bikes & Brews Bistro, Pullman, WA, Noel, (509) 336-7404
30th Palouse Parkinsons Support Group, Last Wednesday, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Good Samaritan Village, Phyllis V; dpvet@turbonet.com
4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Tai Chi Advanced, Register Parks n Rec, Fridays, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Pullman Parks n’Rec, Frances Davies, OT
11th Monthly Drop-In Grief Support, 2nd Friday, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, Hill Ray Plaza Rm 309, WHMC, Colfax, Annie Pillers (509) 332-4414
22nd, 29th, 5th & 12th Infant Massage with Jill Herbold, NEW 4wk session, Tuesdays, 9:30 am - 11:00 am, Conf. Rm. D, BirthPlace 22nd Perinatal Loss Support, New Group 4th Tuesday, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Washinton Trust Bank/Pullman, Dianne Lowe, TSSF; (509) 592-0349
28th New TBI Support Group, Traumatic Brain Injury, 4th Monday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Conf Rm. C, Palouse.TBI. Network@gmail.com
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How to help someone in an abusive relationship Everyone deserves a healthy relationship. Do you know someone who is being hurt? Or someone who is causing harm? Are you worried about what might be happening in a loved one’s relationship? You are not alone—we are here to help! This guide will help you support someone who is struggling in their relationship—and to take care of yourself while you’re doing it. People are more likely to turn to their community (friends, family, YOU) than they are to professionals. Survivors tell us that what matters most is having someone in their life who is there for them, without judgment, to bounce ideas off, get support, and lean on when things are tough. You can be that person. These tips and tools will help you get started. What are we talking about when we talk about abuse?
What can I do to support someone experiencing abuse?
Abuse is a pattern of behavior that one person uses to gain power and control over the other.
These three strategies show your willingness to show up and support someone. You don’t need to be an expert or have all the answers. Just being there and available is what people have told us helps most.
These behaviors can include: • • • • •
isolation emotional abuse monitoring controlling the finances physical and sexual assault
How do I talk to someone about their abusive behavior?
The fundamental harm of abuse is a loss of autonomy. Autonomy means independence and freedom from external control. Everyone should be free to make their own choices in relationships. As friends and family who want to help, we can restore those choices that have been restricted or taken away by abuse.
No one wants to imagine that someone they care about is hurting another person. But we know these behaviors are incredibly common and that people who cause harm can be the same people we love and care about. If we are going to end domestic and sexual violence, we must figure out how to talk to these folks, too. Check out wscadv.org for helpful conversation starters.
How do I know if it is abuse or just a bad relationship? In some ways, it doesn’t matter if it’s abuse or not—if someone is being hurt or controlled, they deserve better. We want everyone to be in a healthy relationship, and people may need support to get there. The strategies in this guide can help in either case. But it is helpful to know if it is abusive for a couple of reasons:
Supporting teens to have healthy relationships Conversations with the young people in your life about relationships is always a good idea. Talking to your teenager about how their relationship makes them feel can be a window into seeing if things are healthy or unhealthy. Check out wscadv.org for helpful conversation starters.
1. You might need some help to support the person from a local domestic violence or sexual assault program- like Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse. 2. You will need different strategies to address safety concerns. People who are abusive to their partners believe that: • they have a right to control their partner, • their bad behavior is justified, and • their partner is to blame for all the problems in the relationship. They also tend to manipulate others to further their control by: • Confusing people by saying that they are the victim. This makes it harder for their partner to get support and be believed. • Using systems to limit their partner’s options. For example, calling the police to get their partner arrested or getting CPS involved to question and undermine their partner’s parenting. This entangles survivors in those systems and ensures they cannot access them for help in the future. We know this is complicated. You can talk with an advocate anytime (you don’t have to be in crisis) to sort out how to help someone who is in an abusive relationship. You can call, chat, or text the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or reach out to ATVP on our 24 hour hotline at 509-332-4357 (HELP).
Taking care of yourself Helping other people with their relationships shouldn’t take over your life. You need people to support your well-being too. You can call your local domestic violence program (Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse)—and we can chat about questions you might have and be a sounding board if you’re feeling challenged. You also don’t need to be a victim to get support from the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. And remember: just letting someone know that you’ll be there if and when they want to talk is a huge thing. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious, try this 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise: Find five things you can see, four things you can feel, three things you can smell, two things you can hear, and one thing you can taste. Connecting to your senses can help settle your mind. Everyone can benefit from practicing self-compassion. Treat yourself as kindly as you try to treat other people.
You can do it! Everyone has a role to play in ending domestic and sexual violence and the good news is that you don’t have to be an expert to help. It doesn’t take much to make an impact. Your continued presence, connection, and support are what people need to get safer and thrive. Know that you are appreciated and that there is help available for you if and when you need it. You’ve got what you need: ask a question, listen up, and stay connected. Together we can end domestic and sexual violence and create healthy relationships for us all!
Support Groups Did you know that ATVP offers weekly support groups with food and childcare provided? Whether you have experienced violence recently or a long time ago, our groups are a great way to heal and connect to others. Call our 24-hour number for more information! We look forward to hearing from you!
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Calling all Gingerbread Bakers!
ATVP Open House
Tuesday October 1st 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Buffet lunch provided ATVP Offices, Gladish Community and Cultural Center 115 NW State Street, Pullman. Third Floor.
Please join us for a buffet lunch and a tour of our newly renovated offices here in the Gladish building. We are excited to show you the remarkable transformation of the old high school classrooms.
Congratulations to Christine Wall, our Executive Director on her recent Distinguished Service Award from the University of Idaho.
Our 7th Annual Gingerbread Fundraiser will be held on Wednesday December 4th, 2019, at the 1912 Building in Moscow, Idaho. We are reaching out to all you awesome bakers. You can help us make our signature fundraiser a fantastic success again this year! Last year we welcomed over 100 participants that viewed and bid on 15 houses donated by members of our community. Donated funds from the Gingerbread Silent Auction helped ATVP provide crisis intervention services and youth violence prevention programs. If you have the itch to create in gingerbread go to www.atvp.org for house baking details! Thank you!
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WSU organic farm hosts Fall Harvest Festival
Pumpkins are priced by the pound at the annual Fall Harvest Festival at WSU's Eggert Family Organic Farm. A highlight of the event is choosing just the right pumpkin.
The Washington State University Eggert have been working really hard on coming up Family Organic Farm will hold its 15th annual Fall with a bunch of games, and there will be tractors Harvest Festival on Oct. 12. for the kids to climb on. That’s kind of the whole focus of this thing: keeping it free, having The fest runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features u-pick pumpkins, lawn games, and face- students involved, and making it a fun family event.” painting. Fresh produce will also be available. And members of WSU’s Organic Agriculture Club will be selling pumpkin pie and apple cider.
Pets aren’t allowed, and it’s cash or check only. Pumpkins will be priced by the pound.
Admission is free. The event is hosted by The farm, part of WSU’s Department of Crop the farm and organized by Organic Agriculture and Soil Sciences, was certified organic in 2004. students, who help with activities. Students from It’s located on Animal Sciences Road just east of WSU’s Circle K International club also volunteer. the WSU Pullman campus and is open 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 18. “It’s our largest event of the year,” says farm manager Brad Jaeckel, noting the fest draws about a thousand visitors. “It’s the most people we see in one day ever at the farm. The students
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A child plays pumpkin tic-tac-toe at last year's Fall Harvest Festival at WSU's Eggert Family Organic Farm. This year's event is Oct. 12.
WSU employees help haunt town of Palouse To become a zombie, Rachel Webber makes herself “as dingy and as grungy as possible.” Of course, “lots of face paint and fake blood” help. And, “The more I do it, the more into the makeup I get.” By day, Webber teams up with professors, researchers, and other Washington State University experts to answer questions from elementary and middle school students as the lead science writer behind Ask Dr. Universe at University Marketing and Communications. At night, for two weekends in October, she’s a zombie at Haunted Palouse. She’s one of dozens of WSU-related volunteers—from current employees to retirees and students—who help out at the event, now in its nineteenth year. Haunted Palouse features two haunted houses, a haunted hay ride, and lots of zombies. They’re all so scary that children under 12 aren’t admitted. Organizers gear the experience toward people who are high-school and college age—about half of the 4,000 attendees are students, says Palouse Mayor Michael Echanove—and they want to make them scream. “We try really hard to scare you,” says Echanove, a data architect who’s worked at WSU for 36 years. He’s ending 18 years as mayor this year and has served on the council for 26 years in all. He’s never missed Haunted Palouse. But he was a zombie only once. “I was told I was a terrible zombie because I was smiling all the time,” he says. “It’s fun. It’s all homemade fun, and it’s all local. We do it from the heart. That’s what makes the magic happen.” Palouse is home to just over a thousand people. And it takes about 100 volunteers to run the event, hosted by the Palouse Chamber of Commerce. “For us to pull this off is really amazing,” Echanove says. “It takes a good six weeks to plan it, tape it out, get the gags working, execute it, and tear it all down and put it all away.” Volunteers from WSU’s Greek system help with construction and tear-down. And proceeds stay local. Monies raised go toward community organizations and projects, such as the Palouse Community Center, Roy M. Chatters Newspaper and Printing Museum, Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Gardens, and more. The first year, the event made $3,000, says organizer Janet Barstow. Last year, she says, it netted more than $70,000, and it’s netted more than $650,000 since its inception. This year, for the first time, fortune tellers are charging a fee: a dollar per tarot reading. Those funds will support the Garfield/
Palouse/Oakesdale/Plummer, or GPOP, swim team, says Leslie Sena (‘03 MA English), an instructor in WSU’s Department of English. This is her fourth year as a fortune teller. “We’re the least scary part of Haunted Palouse; we’re not scary at all,” she says. In fact, Dr. Katie Cooper tries “to tell good fortunes. I try to tell things with a positive spin.” An associate professor of geophysics and geology in WSU’s School of the Environment, she has also helped with construction and volunteered inside the haunted houses. “It’s a great way to see a community working together, even if it’s a little spooky,” she says. Kevin Hill, who works on WSU’s grounds crew, has volunteered with Haunted Palouse for “ten-plus” years and now serves as trail boss for the hay ride. “In the past, we’ve had a dummy on a zipline that comes down over the top of the trailer. We’ve had guys up there with chain saws.” Don’t worry: “We take the chain off,” he says. “For me, it’s really enjoyable. I’m not one that gets scared easy. Some people are more easily scared than others; to me, they are the fun ones.” Whether you scare easily or not, dress warmly. Lines get long, and they’re outdoors. “I wear hiking boots and lots of layers because it’s really cold out there,” says Webber, who plans to be a zombie for a third year. Her advice for first-time zombies: “You have to stay in character, even if you see your friends. You have to make your zombie sounds. You have to have a good zombie shuffle. And you have to keep a straight face.” Haunted Palouse is Oct. 18, 19, 25, and 26. Admission is $25, and ticket sales run from 7 to 10 each night of the event at the Banner Bank drive-thru, 150 N. Bridge St. On the web: visitpalouse.com/ haunted-palouse/.
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Safe and fun Halloween
• Spooky Splash—our annual family friendly Halloween Party from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, includes an underwater maze, on-deck treasure hunt, and pumpkin relays. Make sure to visit our pirate ships for face painting, crafts, games, and more prizes! Fee: $3.75 member per person/$5 non-member per person. This is an ALL-PAY EVENT! Free passes not accepted. Supervision policy applies.
Halloween is coming! Are your children prepared to hit the streets for a night of trick-or-treating? Here are some simple tips for keeping your tiny witches, swashbuckling pirates, and brave super heroes safe along the way:
• Wibit Time The Wibit will be in the pool from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4. Daily drop-in rates apply. Membership/free passes accepted. Supervision policy applies. • Tube Time Come float on our inner tubes and boats in our lap pool! Open recreation in both pools from noon-3 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11. • Homeschool Swim participants, ages 8-16, will progress through the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Levels 1 through 6 at their own pace. Children under 8 should enroll in “A La Carte” lessons on Mondays from noon-12:45 p.m., Oct. 7-Nov. 11. *Fee: $63. Hours of Operation through Jan. 1 • Pool Closed Thursday, Oct. 17 and Saturday, Oct. 19 for PHS swim meets • Pullman Aquatic & Fitness Center Fitness Room & Information Desk
• Use the buddy system. Always accompany young children to trick-or-treat, and encourage older children to travel in groups. • Be seen. Use flashlights, glow sticks, or reflective tape to make children more visible as they move about the city. • Always keep on sidewalks and avoid cutting through yards or alleyways. • Be aware. Look before crossing the street, and use designated crosswalks where available. Keep eyes up and be aware of your surroundings. • Encourage children to walk, not run. Hem or secure costumes that hang long and may present a tripping hazard. • Avoid masks, paint, or wigs that may impede the child’s ability to see the surroundings clearly. • Remind children to approach only houses with lights on, and to NEVER enter a stranger’s house or vehicle. • Homeowners can also help to ensure a great night: • If you wish to participate in trick-or-treat activities, turn on porch or entry lights. • Keep your yard and walkway clear of obstacles or safety hazards.
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• Be considerate. Keep animals inside or leashed and restrained away from approaching children.
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• Remember that battery-powered candles are safer than an open flame. Use them to make your decorations safe for all to enjoy.
*All registrants who live outside Pullman city limits will be charged an additional $2.
• For some, the thrill of Halloween is more about the “trick,” than the “treat”. Please remember:
PARKS & RECREATION Learn to Play Hockey
practiced throughout the week. *Fee: $75. There is no better way for youth ages 4-10 to Please bring a lunch and water bottle each day. learn to ice skate than to dress in pads and get on the ice. Palouse Youth Hockey USA certified Coed K-1st Grade Basketball The basics of dribbling, shooting, lay-ins, coaches will outfit you in loaner gear, teach the offensive and defensive skills will be covered. basics of ice skating and hockey. No experience Girls and boys from all elementary schools will necessary. Any questions please contact Cari have practices and games during the week. Petlovany at cari.loumis@gmail.com There will be no Saturday games. Teams will See you on the ICE! The program will take be divided equally by skill not necessarily by place at Palouse Ice Rink, 1021 Harold St, Moscow, from 5:15-6:15 p.m. on Mondays and school. This program is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 29-Dec. 12. The kindergarten Wednesdays, Oct. 21-30. *Fee: $45. If needed, program will be held from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and gear will be issued at 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 21. 1st grade from 5:30-6:30 p.m. *Fee: $35.
Baking With Local Grains Come learn about Inland Northwest grains and the farmers who grow them. This class will not only give an introduction to your local producers, but will teach properties of the grains and how to successfully incorporate them into your kitchen and daily menu items. Baking with local grains is fun and connects you to your neighbors and community. Laurel Catena, certified pastry chef will lead this workshop at the Pioneer Center from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Please preregister for this free class with Parks & Recreation by calling (509) 338-3227.
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Kids Theatre Camp
Learn To Skate
Youth ages 9-13 are welcome to Pullman Civic Theatre’s (PCT) theater camp to help build kids’ basic acting skills. Kids will learn through theater and movement games, improv, practice in auditioning, memorizing, and performing under the direction of Penny Gonzales, PCT veteran and retired teacher. Camp will be Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 1-4 p.m. and Thursday and Friday Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The camp will end with a short performance of reader’s theater on Friday from 4-4:30 p.m. with participants using skills
Join experienced rental real estate investors for an informative hour on evaluating a property for income potential, how to do a profit and loss statement, how a property inspection can influence the transaction, and financing options for investment property. Sponsored by the Whitman County Landlord-Tenant Association. For questions call Anita at (509) 332-8602. This workshop will be held at the Pioneer Center from 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10. Please preregister for this free class with Parks & Recreation 338-3227. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced recreational skater, improve your skills and fitness with the wonderful sport of ice skating. The program provides a fun and safe skating experience for all skill levels. Adults are welcome and encouraged to participate. Classes will be held from noon-12:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Oct. 26-Dec. 7 at Palouse Ice Rink in Moscow. No class Nov. 30. *Fee: $95, which includes skates and public session following class.
*All registrants who live outside Pullman city limits will be charged an additional $2.
There is a fine line between a prank and a crime. Remember that what you consider a harmless prank may not be perceived as such by others. Keep in mind that the law still applies on Halloween. Celebrate responsibly. If you choose to use or serve intoxicants as part of an adult Halloween celebration, make sure you do so responsibly. Unintended accidents and injuries may result in life changing consequences for all parties involved. Never serve alcohol to minors. Designate a driver, and seek medical attention immediately if there is an alcohol-related medical emergency. Thanks for helping us to keep Halloween fun and safe for our Pullman community!
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Explore, Discover and Connect @ Your Library! • The Sew Happy Hand & Machine Sewing Club meets every Tuesday from 10-11:30 a.m. Come work on your sewing projects or learn how to sew. All skill levels are welcome. Some machines are available or bring your own. For more information, contact the library at (509) 334-3595.
Youth Library Programs We have something that is good for your health, your wallet, and your social life! A free library card! Libraries provide everyone with resources and activities to increase academic success, support career development and promote lifelong learning! So pick up your library card today and see where your interests will take you.
Adult Library Programs in the Hecht meeting room • English Conversation Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-7 p.m. Join other adults to practice your English language skills through basic conversation. Contact Louise Davison (208) 310-0962 or lmdavison66@gmail.com for more information. • Grand Avenue Book Club meets Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Shotgun Lovesongs by Nickolas Butler. For more information, contact Rezina Emmons at (509) 334-3595. • The Good Yarns Knitting and Crocheting Group meets every Friday from 1-2:30 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, contact the library at (509) 3343595.
If you plan to attend home football games, game day parking and transportation information is available online at: • WSU Transportation Services: transportation. wsu.edu/parking-information • Pullman PD: bit.ly/2esxmJ2 • Pullman Transit: www.pullmantransit.com
General game day parking information: 1. Disability parking is available in the 3rd floor of the Fine Arts garage. A disability placard and identification card is required. NEW THIS YEAR…A general parking permit or Cougar Athletics Fund (CAF) parking permit is required to park in designated disability spaces. 2. If you are a Cougar Athletic Fund (CAF) member, you can park in your designated CAF lot. A map is provided on the back of your permit. 3. General parking is available for $20 per game and can be pre-purchased online for $15 (discounted rate is not available day of game). 4. RV Parking on campus is SOLD OUT for the 2019 football season. You may contact the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center at (509) 335-INFO (4636),
Directory of City Officials Elected Officials Glenn A. Johnson...........Mayor C. Brandon Chapman....Councilmember Eileen Macoll.................Councilmember Ann Parks.......................Councilmember Dan Records...................Councilmember
Pre-registration is not required for any of our weekly Youth Service Programs. Programs feature songs, rhymes, movement activities, great books, and more. For more information about these free early literacy library programs, contact Youth Services Librarian Kathleen Ahern at kathleen@ neill-lib.org or (509) 338-3258 or Library Technician Rachael Ritter at rachael.ritter@ neill-lib.org or (509) 338-3175.
Al Sorensen....................Councilmember
• Family Story Time (newborn-6 years) meets every Tuesday from 6-6:30 p.m. Free nutritious snacks provided for children after the story time.
Alan Davis......................Parks Manager
• Mother Goose Time (newborn-24 months) Join us Wednesdays OR Thursdays from 9:30-10 a.m.
Mike Urban........................... Finance & Admin. Svcs. Dir.
• Time for Two’s Story Time (2-3 years) meets every Wednesday from 10:30-11 a.m. Preschool Story Time (3-5 years) meets every Thursday from 10:30-11 a.m.
Nathan Weller................Councilmember Pat Wright......................Councilmember
Administration Adam Lincoln.................City Administrator Joanna Bailey.................Library Services Dir. Wayne Brannock............IS Manager Kurt Dahmen.................Recreation Mgr. Pete Dickinson...............Planning Director Kevin Gardes..................Public Works Dir. Mike Heston...................Fire Chief Gary Jenkins...................Chief of Police Laura McAloon...............City Attorney Karen Sires.....................Human Res. Mgr.
Phone: (509) 338-3208 • Fax: (509) 334-2751 Police Nonemergency Services: (509) 334-0802 Web address: www.pullman-wa.gov
Library Hours Monday to Thursday • 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday & Saturday • noon-6 p.m. Neill Public Library • 210 N. Grand Avenue www.neill-lib.org • (509) 334-3595
You’re invited to Water Summit
WSU Football Game Day Parking 2019 The city of Pullman and Washington State University are proud to welcome you to Pullman and campus for this season’s home football games. We expect to see an increased number of fans coming to town during the weekends. Pullman Police and Public Works departments have been working with WSU and our regional partners to mitigate traffic congestion and facilitate traffic flow.
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city of Pullman, or the Pullman Chamber of Commerce for additional RV Parking options within city limits. Use the following links for further information, http://www.pullman-wa. gov/departments/parks-a-recreation/rv-park and http://www.pullmanchamber.com/. 5. A free game day park & ride shuttle is available three hours prior to kickoff and runs until one hour after the end of the game. Park & ride locations are: • Valley Road Play Fields; Valley Rd. @ Merman Dr. (Lot 1) • WSU Research Park; Eastgate Blvd. @ Terre View Dr. (Lot 2) • Terre View Drive. @ SR 270 (Lot 3) • Pullman Aquatic Center; Larry St. @ Hall Dr. (Lot 4) • Living Faith Fellowship Church; Crestview St. just west of Grand Ave. (Lot 5) • Busch Distributors Lot, State Route 27 (Lot 6) • Pizza Hut, North Grand Ave. (Lot 7) 6. “Residential Permit Parking” zones are located just north of campus and adjacent to Stadium Way that require a special residential parking permit. Only residents living in those zones are eligible to obtain a Residential Permit. More details are available on the Pullman PD parking website listed above. For questions about WSU game day parking, you may call WSU Transportation Services at (509) 335PARK (7275) or visit them online at transportation. wsu.edu/parking-information; or call Pullman Transit at (509) 332-6535 or visit them online at www. pullmantransit.com.
Please join us for the free 16th Annual Palouse Basin Water Summit at the SEL Event Center on Thursday, Oct. 10 from 4:30-8 p.m. for this important community conversation about our Palouse Basin water supplies. Keynote speaker Brian Richter, author -Chasing Water – A Guide for Moving from Scarcity to Sustainability, has been a global leader in water science and conservation for more than 30 years. He is the president of Sustainable Waters, a global water education organization, where he promotes sustainable water use and management with governments, corporations, universities, and local communities. He previously served as managing director for the Global Water Program of The Nature Conservancy, an international conservation organization. Brian has consulted on more than 150 water projects worldwide. He serves as a water advisor to some of the world’s largest corporations, investment banks, and the United Nations, and has testified before the US Congress on multiple occasions. He also teaches a course on water sustainability at the University of Virginia. The Summit will also feature local water experts and scientists who will share information and perspectives about our water resources, climate change and conservation updates including Korey Woodley, PBAC Executive Manager; Julie Padowski, Assistant Director of WSU’s Center for Environmental Research, Education, and Outreach (CEREO) and Clinical Assistant Professor with the State of Washington Water Research Center; and Adrienne Marshall, Postdoctoral Fellow, Water Resources Program at the University of Idaho. This important community conversation is free and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information, visit: www.palousebasinwatersummit. org or visit and like our Facebook page.
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• PRH, Tai Chi Intermediate, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • Police Advisory Committee 5:30 p.m. City Hall • Historic Preservation Commission 7:30 p.m. City Hall
• Palouse Mental Illness & Advocacy Support Group, 1 p.m., see pg 3 PRH
• Chocolate Decadence, November 8
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• PRH, Tai Chi Beginners, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • Pullman Master Plan Charette, 5:30 p.m., Gladish, see pg 17 • Palouse French Film Festival, This is our Land at 6 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre • PSD, Sunnyside PTO Meeting, 7 p.m. • City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall • PRH, Work In Progress, AA Meeting, 7 p.m., see pg 3
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• Pullman Chamber, General Membership Luncheon, noon, see pg 18 • PRH, Tai Chi Beginners, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • Arts Commission, 4 p.m. Library • City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall • PSD, Franklin PTA Meeting, 6:40 p.m. • Palouse French Film Festival, See You Up There at 7 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre • PRH, PRH, Work In Progress, AA Meeting, 7 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, Jazz Band I Concert Kimbrough Concert Hall music. wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
15 • PRH, PRH, Tai Chi Beginners, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • PSD, 2020 Bond + Levy Presentation, 6:30 p.m. in LMS Library • Palouse French Film Festival, Innocents at 7 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre • City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall • PRH, PRH, Work In Progress, AA Meeting, 7 p.m., see pg 3
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2 • PRH, Taichi Qigong, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • Pullman Farmers Market, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., Brelsford WSU Visitor Center • Lawson Gardens Committee 3:30 p.m. at Pioneer Center • PSD, Board work session, 4:30-6 p.m. at Kamiak • Pullman Master Plan Charette, 5:30 p.m., Gladish, see pg 17 • PRH, Board of Commissioners, 6 p.m., see pg 3 • PSD, Jefferson PTA Meeting, 7 p.m. • WSU, Symphonic Wind Ensemble/ Symphonic Band Bryan Hall Theatre, 7:30 p.m., music.wsu.edu Committee, 9 • Cemetery 9 a.m. Pioneer Center
• PRH, Taichi Qigong, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • Library Board of Trustees 3 p.m. at Neill Library • Pullman Farmers Market, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., Brelsford WSU Visitor Center • PSD, ELD Program Parent/Family Q + A Session, 5:30-7 p.m. at Jefferson • PRH, Women’s Wellness Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., see pg 3 • PSD, Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. in PHS Board Room • Parks & Rec. Comm., 6:30 p.m. City Hall • WSU, Oktubafest Part I: Guest Artist: Andrew Rummell, tuba Bryan Hall Theatre, music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
16 • PSD, Collaboration Day, Early Dismissal • PRH, Taichi Qigong, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • Pullman Farmers Market, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., Brelsford WSU Visitor Center • PRH, Breast Cancer Support Group of the Palouse, 6 p.m., see pg 3
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• PRH, Tai Chi Advanced, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, ElectroAcoustic MiniFestival Concert Kimbrough Concert Hall music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
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• WSU, ElectroAcoustic Mini-Festival Kimbrough Music Building music.wsu.edu, 8 a.m. • PSD, PHS Homecoming Dance
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• PSD, No School, Professional Development Day for All Teachers • PRH, Tai Chi Advanced, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, Faculty Artist Series: En Chamade/Equinox Bryan Hall Theatre music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
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• PRH, Healthy Steps Together, 4:30 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, Guest Recital: Kurt Ollmann, baritone Bryan Hall Theatre music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
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• WSU, Fall Harvest Festival at WSU’s Eggert Family Organic Farm • WSU, Flute Day Kimbrough Music Building music.wsu.edu, 10 a.m.
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• PRH, Monthly Drop-In Grief Support, 12:30 p.m., see pg 3 • PRH, Tai Chi Advanced, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, Blended Learning Wine Tasting, Brelsford WSU Visitor Center, 4 – 7 • WSU, Faculty Artist Series: Celebrating Dick Kattenburg’s 100th Birthday Bryan Hall Theatre music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
• WSU Cougars vs Colorado, TBD
Haunted Palouse, 18-19, visitpalouse.com Pullman Civic Theatre, Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe, 18-20
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Pullman Civic Theatre, Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe, 18-20
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• PRH, PRH, Tai Chi Beginners, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • PRH, Lupus Fibro Support Group, 4:30 p.m, see pg 3 • Palouse French Film Festival, Invisible at 6:30 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre • City Council, 7 p.m. City Hall • PRH, PRH, Work In Progress, AA Meeting, 7 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, Percussion Ensemble Concert Kimbrough Concert Hall music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
23 • PRH, Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast, 7:30 a.m., see pg 3 • PRH, Taichi Qigong, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • PSD, Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. in PHS Board Room • Planning Commission 7:30 p.m. City Hall • WSU, Jazz Forum Kimbrough 101 music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
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• PRH, Healthy Steps Together, 4:30 p.m., see pg 3 • PRH, Autism Spectrim Disorder on the Palouse Support Group, 5:30 p.m., see pg 3 • WSU, Oktubafest Part II: Faculty Artist Series: Chris Dickey, tuba and euphonium, Kimbrough Concert Hall music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
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• Fall Vintage and Handmade Fair, Beasley Coliseum, 10 a.m., 8 p.m. • PRH, Tai Chi Advanced, 1 p.m., see pg 3
• WSU, Cougar Marching Band Festival Martin Stadium music. wsu.edu, 8 a.m. • Fall Vintage and Handmade Fair, Beasley Coliseum, 9 a.m., - 5 p.m. • WSU Choral Festival Kimbrough Music Building and 5:00pm WSU Choral Festival Final Concert Bryan Hall Theatre music.wsu. edu, 8 a.m.
Pullman Civic Theatre, Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe, 24-27 Haunted Palouse, 25-26, visitpalouse.com
28 • PRH, Tai Chi Intermediate, 1 p.m., see pg 3 • PRH, New TBI Support Group, 6 p.m., see pg 3
Pullman Civic Theatre, Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe, 24-27
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30 • PSD, Conference Day, Early Dismissal Grades K-8 • PRH, Palouse Parkinsons Support Group, 2 p.m., see pg 3 • Airport Board at 3 p.m. Airport Fire Station • WSU, Oktubafest Part III Kimbrough 101 music.wsu.edu, 7:30 p.m.
31 Halloween • PSD, Conference Day, No School for Grades K-8 • PRH, Healthy Steps Together, 4:30 p.m., see pg 3
Abbreviations • • • • • • • •
JES = Jefferson Elementary School LMS= Lincoln Middle School PAFC= Pullman Aquatic and Fitness Center PHS= Pullman High School PDSC= Palouse Discovery Science Center PRH= Pullman Regional Hospital SES = Sunnyside Elementary School SFCC=Spokane Falls Community College
OCTOBER 2019
COMMUNITY ACTION CENTER
Pullman Community Update 13
The Food & Shelter Folks 2018 Whitman County Community Needs Assessment Thanks to all survey respondents for your help shaping a better community throughout Whitman County! The 2018 Needs Assessment is brought to you by: • Whitman County Health Network, with specific funding from Pullman Regional Hospital & Whitman Hospital and Medical Center • Whitman County Public Health • Pullman School District • Avista Corporation • Palouse Alliance for Healthy Individuals, Families, and Communities • Washington State University Center for Civic Engagement • Palouse River Counseling • Pullman United Way and many more… Some thoughts from our Needs Assessment respondents: “I think it is important to note that while our housing seems stable - we pay too much for an apartment that is poorly constructed. We go without heat and just layer up clothes and blankets because we can't afford to heat it…. Our rent keeps going up to the point where we can barely afford it and can't afford to move.” “While we have not used the services available for the most part (library only exception), that doesn't mean we aren't scraping by. Even though on the surface we seem fine, the reality is that we are having a rough time financially as our income is significantly lower than in previous years and our earning power is decreasing. It makes us consider selling our home.”
CAC Community Kitchen Now Available to Rent! A great space for new businesses or community groups needing time and space to experiment and incubate. The Community Kitchen can adapt to your needs! This certified commercial kitchen contains convection ovens, stove tops, and several induction burners, as well as basic cookware. You also have use of a commercial dishwasher and several small appliances. Contact Joe or Ashley at 509-3349147 for a rental application.
Rates $15/hr for community group $20/hr for start-up businesses in its first year $25/hr for businesses older than one year All funds from rental of the kitchen support Community Food operations, including the gardens, food pantry, food rescue, and nutrition education programs.
Community Food The Community Food Bank is in need of the following donations: • Ravioli/SpaghettiOs • Meat (canned, fresh, frozen) • Spices/Condiments • Chunky soups • Hygiene items (shampoo, • Chili deodorant, soap) • Macaroni & Cheese • Pasta/Pasta sauce You can bring donations to 350 SE Fairmont Road in Pullman weekdays from 8:00-4:00 (closed for lunch 12:00-1:00).
FOOD PANTRY BREAD ROOM
MONDAY
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8 am – 4:30 pm
TUESDAY
Closed
8 am –– 4:30 pm
WEDNESDAY 11 am – 1:00 pm
8 am – 4:30pm
THURSDAY
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8 am – 6:00 pm
FRIDAY
Closed
8 am – 4:30 pm
NEW! The Free Bread Room is now open over the lunch hour, 12:00-1:00.
PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
14 Pullman Community Update
OCTOBER 2019
2019-2020 New Employees We are so happy you’ve chosen Pullman Public Schools!
• Randy Brophy, Bus Driver • Alexa Broughton, Psychologist • Natalie Dobbins, TOSA – Positive Behavior Teacher Specialist • Margaret Donelick, Bus Driver • Greg Hartung, Bus Driver • Michael Howard, Bus Driver • Cristina Johnson-Hyde, Assistant Director of Special Services • Justin Marley, Bus Driver • Amy McPherson, Speech Language Pathologist • Andrew Munson, Bus Driver Franklin Elementary • Traci Mooney, Paraprofessional for Core+ • Amanda Rawlings, Assistant Cook/Cashier • Katie Wexler, Special Education Paraprofessional
Jefferson Elementary • Daniel Barbosa, Custodian • Katie Cajigas, Paraprofessional – Office Support • Juli Cross, Secretary • Celeste Hufford, Kindergarten Teacher Kamiak Elementary • Destiny Barker, Special Education Teacher • Alexa Beckett, Building Paraprofessional • Megan Brannan, Library Paraprofessional • Rayna Charles, First Grade Teacher • Cheyenne Cortesi, Kindergarten Teacher • Patrick Doumit, Core+ Teacher • Stacey Estensen, Counselor • Christy Goodell, Core+ Paraprofessional • Britney Gough, Special Education Paraprofessional • Lynda Hamilton, Secretary
• Yoon-Kyung Hyeon, Special Education Paraprofessional • Griffith Luke, Custodian • Laura Manning, Custodian • Kelcie Peterson, Third Grade Teacher • Bridget Wallace, Special Education Paraprofessional
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Autumn Lopez, Spanish Teacher Parker Ruehl, English Language Arts Teacher Laura Silflow, Cook/Cashier Jacob Unzicker, Math Teacher
Pullman High School • Kate Agnew, Health and Fitness Teacher • Kent Bevers, Itinerant Cook/Cashier • Perry Black, Special Education Teacher Sunnyside Elementary • Cari DenHerder, Fourth Grade Teacher • Masayo Bromley, Assistant Cook/Cashier • Amanda Ingram, Core + Teacher • Amber Deeds, CTE Secretary • Mary Krumpl, Special Education Teacher • Jim Dobson, Custodian • Tonya Keller, Custodian • Jasper Lawford, Custodian • Rebekah Leib, Assistant Cook/Cashier • Jessica Sheppard, Kindergarten Teacher • Abigail Stolp, Fifth Grade Teacher • McKayla Moore, Science Teacher • Blake Nelson, Math Teacher Lincoln Middle School • Kevin Agnew, English Language Arts Teacher • Janeth Ramos, Custodian • Denise Thompson, Secretary • Kato Clinton, ASB Secretary • Ana Goodman Womack, Paraprofessional
BOARD REPORT
New Sustainability Committee Honors Our Students’ Futures by Allison Munch-Rotolo A memorable classroom assignment from my time as an elementary student in the mid-1970s was to draw a crayon picture of life in the year 2000, and caption it with a few descriptive sentences. The influence of The Jetsons, an animated television program then in heavy syndication, was striking in our illustrations replete with household robots, flying personal transportation, and video phones. This sounds quaint now, but you have to consider that we were just 8-year-olds who lacked a developed of sense of time and whose imaginations were shaped by cultural forces we couldn’t begin to comprehend. We couldn’t realistically envision being in our 30s, regardless of the calendar year. Yet, we were receiving an excellent public education to prepare us for wherever the future might lead us.
and also to the future our students will collectively inherit from us. In very few words, this priority encompasses significant responsibility because honoring our students’ futures means giving students our best each and every day, while also encouraging our students to give the best of themselves. It means utilizing the knowledge and experience of adults to help younger people achieve their individual goals. And it also means preparing students for a world that is constantly changing, and where the possibilities can only be imagined— because predicting the future (like I did when I was eight years old) is not the same as planning for it.
The Sustainability Committee, is one of the many ways Pullman Public Schools is honoring our student’s futures. The committee exists to promote environmental sustainability, to The district’s new priority plan is a statement of our values reduce the impact of district operations on the environment, and goals, and the manner in which we will hold ourselves accountable for achieving them. One of the new plan’s priorities and to serve as an instrument for discussion of these issues among various district stakeholders. Initially formed in June is “Honor our students’ futures”. Like other priorities in the of this year, the committee met regularly over the summer. plan, this priority is intentionally broad and subject to various Notable plans include assisting the district in integrating possibilities in its interpretation. It applies to 8-year-olds and sustainability education into curriculum programming and also to 18-year-olds, to the future of each individual student,
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parent education, and arranging for an energy audit. Perhaps all of this sounds somewhat dry, but the passion of committee members keeps the work consistently engaging. Nancy Nelson, 2nd grade teacher at Franklin Elementary School, is an enthusiastic participant in the committee. As Nancy explains, “[When] I am working as an individual to reduce my impact on the planet, especially it's climate…I am just one person. When I can help an organization like our school district make positive changes, there is a much bigger opportunity to make meaningful changes. A school district is also a role model showing the community what is possible in reducing waste and consumption and the benefits in cost savings. But the real reason I am so determined to make changes in my life and others' around me is that my students will live with the consequences of everything we do, or fail to do.” I would love to see today’s elementary students complete an assignment similar to the one I fondly recall. What do our students envision about life in two or three decades? Let’s all do our part to honor their futures
Board of Directors Jim Evermann Director, District 3 jfe@psd267.org Nathan Roberts Director, District 4 nroberts@psd267.org Amanda Tanner Director, District 5 atanner@psd267.org President Allison Munch-Rotolo Director, District 2 Amunch-rotolo@psd267.org Susan Weed Director, District 1 Sweed@psd267.org
OCTOBER 2019
PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Survivor Jim Bruce, Jefferson Elementary Principal On the CBS hit reality series “Survivor” the contestants have been taught various survival skills; such as how to start a fire, what food is safe to eat and how to catch food. These are nice skills to possess, but they are not as important as the daily survival skill of being able to read. Is reading really a survival skill? Yes, reading is the most crucial academic skill because it is the foundation for ALL learning. The children who are truly at risk in this country are those who cannot read. Academic, emotional and social issues abound for children who are poor readers. Children who are behind their peers in reading struggle with low self-esteem and feelings of inadequacy. Low achievement in reading is also the common denominator in school discipline, attendance and dropout problems, and juvenile crime. Academically, children who are not reading on grade level by the end of third grade struggle in every class, year after year, because over 85 percent of the curriculum is taught by reading. Reading is the skill by which students get information from books, computers, worksheets and boards to learn math, science, literature, social studies and more. Without a strong foundation in reading, children are left behind at the beginning of their education. By the end of third grade, 74 percent of struggling readers won’t ever catch up. In fact, one of the most important predictors of graduating from high school is reading proficiently by the end of third grade. Third graders who cannot read on grade level today are on track to be our nation’s lowest income, least skilled citizens. Reading is a prerequisite for most adult employment, continued personal achievement, and for a continued democracy. And sadly, some states use their elementary students’ reading failure rates to predict future prison sizes. As you can see the ability to read (fluently and comprehend) is truly a “survival skill.” Families, schools and communities all have a role to play to ensure every child receives the lifelong advantages of literacy and early
learning before an achievement gap is created. Schools don’t create the multi-year achievement gap seen on the first day of kindergarten. The achievement gap happens when there is a preparation gap in a child’s earliest years. But when children enter school, the gap created before kindergarten typically follows them year after year. So students who are behind, stay behind. The fore mentioned paints a pretty dismal picture, but it doesn’t need to be this way. Reading problems are difficult to fix, but easy to prevent. How? The easiest, most impactful and enjoyable is by “Reading with Your Child for 20 Minutes Every Day.” The simple act of reading with a child every day for 20 minutes has significant additional benefits including: • Increases the number of children acquiring the essential early literacy skills required for entering kindergarten prepared and eager for school. • Develops socially and emotionally confident children who have strong bonds and are at pace with their peers. • Reduces the school achievement gap and lowers remediation expenses for K-12 students by helping children start and stay at grade level. • Empowers parents and caregivers to become their child’s first and most influential teachers. Parents don’t have to be good readers to give their children a strong reading foundation. Children benefit by talking about the pictures and snuggling close. It’s fun and easy any time, day or night. As your child’s first and most influential teacher, take time every day to read aloud. It’s never too early – or too late – to start reading with your child; regardless of their age. MAKE IT THE MOST IMPORTANT 20 MINUTES OF YOUR DAY BECAUSE IT WILL BE THE MOST IMPORTANT 20 MINUTES OF YOUR CHILD’S DAY!
Highly Capable Program Referrals for Current Kindergarteners and Some Transfer Students Will Be Accepted October 28- November 1, 2019. Referral forms for current kindergarten students to receive highly capable services during the current school year will be accepted October 28 – November 1, 2019. Parents/guardians, teachers, students, and anyone else with direct knowledge of a student’s abilities may refer a student for highly capable services. Students who have transferred to the Pullman School District since March 1, 2019 from a district that does not offer highly capable testing and/or services are also eligible to be referred for highly capable services during this time. For more information on the referral process or to obtain a referral form, contact the school psychologist at the student’s school or the Instructional Programs Office at (509) 332-3144. Additional information, as well as the referral form, can also be found at http://bit.ly/2htubQG.
We would like to recognize the following employees for their many years of service:
10 Years of Service: Rolos Salamjohn Desiree Gould Lisa Morris Heather Strader John Willy Ernest Yaggi
20 Years of Service: Sherree Komp Debbie Stone Joe Thornton Eugene Winkler
25 Years of Service: Keith Russell Deni Claypool Joe Covill Matt Fluster Tricia James
The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Roberta Kramer, Assistant Superintendent, Pullman School District Administrative Offices, 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163, 509.332.3144. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584.
Our Longest Serving Employee: Laurie Cochran has been with us for 45 Years!
OCTOBER 2019
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OCTOBER 2019
PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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SPOTLIGHT
BUSINESS MEMBER OF THE MONTH
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NEW MEMBERS Chris & Anna Park Karma Indian Cuisine 1420 S Blaine St, Ste 19 Moscow, ID (208) 301-5117 karmaindiancuisine.com
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS Membership dues are assessed on the anniversary month of a member joining the Chamber. Special thanks go out to the following businesses and individuals who have elected to continue their support of the Pullman Chamber of Commerce: • Aitken, Schauble, Patrick, Neill & Schauble • Beasley Realty • CCooper Services • Community Congregational United Church of Christ • Concordia Lutheran Church • Gritman Medical Center • Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC • Fritz Hughes • Irwin, Myklebust, Savage & Brown, PS • Jim Stivers Painting • Latah Recovery Center • Life Flight Network • Logos School • Nora Mae Keifer-Olfs • League of Women Voters of Pullman • Perfection Tire • Precision Engraving Gifts & Awards • Pullman Police Chief – Gary Jenkins • Simpson United Methodist Church • The Kitchen • Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters • USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council • Walmart • Washington Idaho Symphony • Washington State University • Ted Weatherly • Whitman County Association of Realtors • WSU Athletics Director • WSU University Marketing & Communications • Yellow Duck Refrigeration • Zeppoz
Hottest Life Foods LLC - Irish Spike's Unique Hot Sauces 501 S Main St • Moscow, Idaho (208) 874-7863 • www.myhottestlife.com Christopher “Irish Spike” Connelly joins our judging team from Moscow, Idaho where he is Executive Chef of Irish Spike’s Unique Hot Sauces, creating and producing distinctive hot sauces with owner and wife Helen Marzec. Spike graduated with a bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of California, Riverside in 2007 and went on to the esteemed University of Massachusetts, Amherst MFA Writing Program. It was during his time in Amherst that he took a job cooking at a local café and discovered his calling. In the years following, his passion for food became a driving force in his life. When he and his family moved to Moscow, Idaho, he took his first line cook position at the newly opened Birch & Barley Restaurant, where, under the tutelage of Executive Chef Mike Jones, Spike quickly moved his way up to Sous Chef. Family ties relocated Spike, Helen and their two daughters to Eugene, Oregon and a job cooking at The Highlands Brewpub. Soon, his wild wing specials turned their Monday Wing Night into a weekly event. His fans started dubbing these nights “Wing Parties” and urged him to bottle his own sauces and open his own restaurant. After much consideration, Spike and Helen could think of no better place to start this enterprise than back in beautiful Moscow where they felt most at home. With the help of many friends and former employers, Irish Spike’s Unique Hot Sauces opened for business in October 2018. Bottling in the prep kitchen at the Breakfast Club, they have found early success on a journey to bring their own artistic input to the growing food scene on the Palouse.
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PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
OCTOBER 2019
STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Pullman Chamber and Visitor Center Annual Awards Nominations Open It's time once again to honor outstanding businesses, individuals and organizations in Pullman! Please feel free to nominate an individual or an organization for the following awards, giving a brief description of why you would like to nominate them for that category. Nomination deadline is 5:00pm on Friday, October 11th. Chamber Member of the Year—This award goes to the individual who best represents the Pullman Chamber of Commerce through his or her efforts and participation. Must be a current chamber member. Name:______________________________________________ Why:_______________________________________________ Civic Improvement Award—This award is presented for outstanding contribution to improvement of our community and citizen relations. Name:______________________________________________ Why:_______________________________________________ Marshall A. Neill Community Service Award—This award is given to an outstanding individual in the community. Name:______________________________________________ Why:_______________________________________________ Chamber Hall of Fame, Historical Category—This award is presented to the family representative of a chamber member in the historical category for outstanding service, dedication and membership in the Chamber. Name:______________________________________________ Why:_______________________________________________ Chamber Hall of Fame, Modern Category—This award is presented to chamber members for outstanding service, dedication and membership to the Pullman Chamber of Commerce Name:______________________________________________ Why:_______________________________________________
Lilienne Shore Kilgore-Brown Lilienne has always participated in a multitude of clubs and teams. Currently, she is a member of Knowledge Bowl, Teen Council, where she is a sex educator and lobbies in Olympia each year, a founding editor of the PHS Paw Print, the social media manager for PHS Drama, president of JSA, as well as president of 4H, a service club she has shown sheep, chickens, photographs, artwork, and sewing through alongside some of the most wonderful people she has known. Since childhood, Lilienne's known that she loves to write, work with people, and cares deeply about telling stories, hoping to pursue these passions in college. Her involvement in the aforementioned groups and the Palouse/ PHS community has allowed her to build the
skills that will benefit her greatly as she moves into the next phase of her life, so she extends her thanks to her family and chosen family alike for their immense support and love the past 17 years.
Ashlie Arrell Ashlie has enjoyed her time at PHS, filling her time mostly with sports. Ashlie has worked hard in volleyball, basketball, and track. In track she has been a sprinter and hurdler, her junior year she added Pole Vault to her events and qualified to attend the District meet in. Ashlie earned the All Conference 2nd Team All-Academic award during her junior year. This year Ashlie has joined DECA and is having a great experience learning about running the student store. The summer before her senior year was spent working full time at Schweitzer Engineering Labs as a high school intern with the Properties Department. She was responsible for several projects and will carry the knowledge she gained with her in the future. She looks forward to returning the
SEL next year and continuing her learning experience in other departments. Ashlie plans to attend SFCC Pullman in the fall. She will work towards her Business Degree with an emphasis in Marketing.
Return Nomination Forms By October 11, 2019 Pullman Chamber of Commerce • 415 N. Grand Ave. • Pullman, WA 99163 Fax: (509)332-3232 • Email: chamber@pullmanchamber.com
October General Membership Luncheon Tuesday, October 8, 12-1pm SEL Event Center (1825 Schweitzer Dr, Pullman) Catered by Birch & Barley Speaker: Tony Bean, Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport The luncheon cost is $18 per person, or $15 per person for Pullman Chamber of Commerce members. Reservations for the luncheon are required.
Please RSVP for the luncheon to the Pullman Chamber by October 4 at noon. (509) 334-3565 • chamber@ pullmanchamber.com General Membership Luncheon cancellation policy: Please notify us no later than noon the Friday prior to the luncheon to cancel your reservation without charge. Due to our catering parameters, cancellations/no shows after that time will be charged. We understand that schedules can change last minute – if you are unable to attend a luncheon, please feel free to have another attend in your place!
Pullman Chamber and Visitor Center • 415 N. Grand Ave. • Pullman, WA 99163 509-334-3565 • Fax: 509-332-3232 • chamber@pullmanchamber.com • www.pullmanchamber.com Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Staff: Executive Director: Marie Dymkoski • Tourism Director: Britnee Christen • Events Coordinator: Regan Donaldson • Office Manager: Kimberly Marshall
SPOKANE FALLS COMMUNITY COLLEGES
OCTOBER 2019
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Brooklyn Brown, SFCC Pullman Counselor, Wins Saling Award Brooklyn Brown, SFCC Pullman's beloved Completion Coach, won the Saling Award for her exceptional service to our students and campus community. The annual award is named after Dr. Gerald Saling, former state legislator and Spokane Falls Community College President. Pullman mayor and CCS Trustee Glenn Johnson's presented the award at the start of fall quarter. Brooklyn's outstanding work at SFCC spans over eleven years during which she has held numerous administrative and advising roles. Currently, she guides SFCC Pullman students in degree planning and completion, a large task given enrollment growth at the SFCC campus and a record graduate group of fifty students last June. Brooklyn also serves as advisor and DSO to international students enrolled at the SFCC Pullman campus. Brooklyn is known and recognized among students, faculty and staff for her wit, kindness, humor and dedication. She holds an AA degree from SFCC, a BA from WSU and is currently completing her MS in Management & Leadership with Western Governors University.
Located on the WSU campus, SFCC Pullman provides universal access to college for new and transfer college students as well as to Palouse area high school students. Registration for winter quarter begins on November 4:
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• Full- and part-time, on-the-ground and online pathways to Associate degrees
Fall Calendar • Oct 1 First day for Free Application for Federal Student Aid 2020-21 • Oct-Dec Adult Basic Ed, GED/HS Completion drop-in every M-Th, 8-noon • October 20 Years Exhibit at SFCC Pullman • Oct-Dec Placement Testing, Tu-Th, 1-4pm, & F, 9-noon
• Sophomore- and junior-year university transfer
• Oct 10 Coffee Hour with Dean, 9am
• Running Start for WA high school juniors and seniors
• Dec 9-11 Finals Week
• GED and High School completion
• Nov 4 Registration begins for Winter Quarter ‘20 • Jan 6 First day of Winter Quarter ‘20
• Adult Basic Education
Mailing address: SFCC-Pullman PO Box 642451, Pullman WA, 99164-2451 Physical address is at 185 Veterans Way, Pullman WA, 99164, the building just to the east of Daggy Hall on WSU’s campus. Pullman@SFCC.Spokane.edu • 509-332-2706 • Pullman.sfcc.spokane.edu
WHITMAN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
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OCTOBER 2019
Lauren's Wing Is In Full Swing!
The director and staff are thrilled to be caring for cats and kittens in the new Lauren McCluskey Cat Wing at the humane society. No longer crowded, the cat building now gives comfort to many in a space full of light and love. We have gratefully installed modern kennels that meet current American Veterinary Medical Association standards. With this year's kitten season, they have already been at maximum occupancy. As the kittens will tell you, aside from going to their forever home, it's just about purrfect.
On October 5th, three events will be held to honor Lauren McCluskey and to raise funds to improve campus safety, animal welfare, and amateur athletics. • 9:00 a.m. Lauren McCluskey Race for Campus Safety, Whitman County Humane Society, 1340 Old Moscow Rd, Pullman, WA 99163. Register online at laurenmccluskey.org. • 2:00 p.m. Dedication of the Lauren McCluskey Cat Wing, Whitman County Humane Society, 1340 Old Moscow
Star Pets Get Ready to Play Games with Clue, Boggle, and Scrabble
Rd, Pullman, WA 99163. Please RSPV: https://www.whitmanpets.org/newsevents/events/lauren-mccluskey-catwing-dedication.html. 6:00 p.m. Ticketed fundraiser dinner and auction, Banyans on the Ridge Event Center, 1260 Palouse Ridge Drive, Pullman WA. 99164, (tickets $40 of which $10 will be a donation to the Lauren McCluskey Foundation). Social hour starts at 5 p.m. Purchase tickets at laurenmccluskey.org.
Let her light shine.
My dog Boo says Beware! If you have a dog, you already know that they’ll eat most anything, including the leftover Halloween candy that the kids left out. It’s a scary thing to come home to candy wrappers on the floor and Fido lying with a bloated stomach on his side. Be extra vigilant when treats abound! Besides chocolate, other people foods we consider to be tasty and even nutritious may be extremely dangerous for Fido, including these: • Onion and garlic can cause stomach and gut irritation and lead to red blood cell damage and anemia. Left-over pizza and prepared foods contain onion or garlic powder. • Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure. Dogs that already have underlying health problems are at greatest risk and just one raisin can be severely toxic. • Macadamia nuts can cause dogs to experience weakness, depression, tremors, vomiting and increased body temperature. • Xylitol is an artificial sweetener found in many foods. Dogs are extremely sensitive and even small quantities can cause toxicity. Early symptoms of xylitol poisoning include lethargy, vomiting and loss of coordination. Seizures may also occur.
Wags and Purrs to Our Volunteers Winter is coming! You’ll need indoor games to keep the kids (and the kidults) busy. What could be better than playing with one of these fine felines? It’s especially nice that they double as lap warmers. Come see these playful 4-month old kittens. These bundles of joy have all the winning moves. All kittens are FIV/FeLV tested, spayed/neutered, microchipped, receive a vet exam, and receive all of the ageappropriate vaccinations. Kittens under 4 months old are $165, and kittens 4-7 months old are $110! Adopt one kitten, get 50% off the second adoption fee. On two-fur Tuesdays, you can adopt 2 for the price of one. Win-Win!
CONTACT
SHELTER 1340 SE Old Moscow Road, Pullman • shelter@whitmanpets.org Shelter hours: Open: 1-6 PM Monday-Saturday.
The WCHS depends on community members who give their time and energy to support our work. THANK YOU Lentil Fest volunteers: Jan Luft; Blythe Duell; Gaby Mazur; Rebecca Liao-Cance; Kyle Cance; Tavin Schneider; Cathy Merritt; Kylene Daschofsky; David Frye; Zoe Skiadopoulou; Linda Rogers; Colleen Harrington; Peyton Prothero; Cheryl Kammerzell; Chloe Choi; David Woodall; Diana Whitney; Paul Whitney; Elliott Marston; Sela Cooper; Liz Marston; Andrew Beck; Cassandra Coltrane; Sue Webster; Britne Worl; Kasey Sweeney; Mario Luppino; Megan Tovey; Gary Stedman; Adam Hathcock; Dani Voorhees; Melanie Voorhees; Jackie Hedenstrom; Roxy Holden; Becky Bitter; and Kym Darling. Psst!…. The Furball planning committee needs volunteers. Contact Kym Darling at kymatwchs@gmail.com for information. POOCH PARK at Pullman • (509) 416-6181 poochpark@whitmanpets.org • Open dawn to dusk daily
WCHS PRESIDENT Kym Darling www.whitmanpets.org • Phone 332-3422
GLADISH COMMUNITY & CULTURAL CENTER
OCTOBER 2019
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Look to the Gladish Staff for Help
Ben Demler
Angela Eide
Tom Dewmer
Need a room for an event or meeting or to manage your new business? Talk to Ben Demler. His position, Events and Public Space Manager, pretty much tells one that he is a very busy person. He prepared event contracts, works with prospective tenants and assists guests as needed. That means he helps set up and break down events. Demler also ensures the facility is clean and safe. Angela Eide, Gladish Office Administrator, is responsible for general office activities, human resources tasks and all bookkeeping functions. Tom Dewmer is Gladish Maintenance Manager. He keeps very busy overseeing and maintaining projects before they become issues at Gladish. Erik Snider works events and maintenance at Gladish. He runs lights and sound during events and helps ensure everything goes right. He, too, is a go-to guy for nearly everything that relates to the building. “The Friends of Gladish Board of Directors has been busy this spring and summer with several projects, including building a management team for daily operations, added David Harder, president of the board.
Alternatives To Violence of the Palouse Open House! Visit the newly remodeled ATVP areas on Gladish’s third floor October 1 from 11:30 to 1:30.
Band’s Veterans Day concert set The Community Band of the Palouse presents its annual Veterans Day Concert in honor of the 100th anniversary of the American Legion 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, in the Domey Auditorium at the Gladish Center. There will be special recognition of local veterans and Legionnaires as well as music to honor the contributions of the American Legion in its first 100 years. Admission is free. Donations are accepted and donations of nonperishable food items will be taken for local food banks!
Erik Snider
“Ben has done a fantastic job keeping the building running and keeping the Board apprised of daily operations through this process,” he said. “Meanwhile, Erik has worked hard to maintain the facilities and working together extremely well,” Harder said. “Recently the board welcomed Angela as its new Office Manager. “Angela has great experience in this realm, and has begun to reorganize the office space and is working on streamlining our management procedures and other protocol,” Harder said. “We have also brought Tom onto the team as our Maintenance Manager, and he has already jumped into the many challenges posed by the Gladish building. The team has forwarded several proposals to the Board to refurbish existing event spaces to make the Gladish Cultural and Community Center more appealing for our existing clients, and to help attract new clients and events!” To reach a team member, call (509) 332-8081.
Name Chosen by the Community for Proposed New Charter School in Pullman Pullman Community Montessori (PCM) is the newly chosen name for the planned charter school. The Pullman Charter School Initiative (PCSI) stated suggestions were accepted through an online poll and in-person voting at the Lentil Festival. The school, with an anticipated opening date of August 2021, will begin with grades k-5, reported Laylah Sullivan, who leads the effort. The poll indicated a huge majority of voters wanted to see Pullman in the name because that describes the location and Pullman pride. Many others wanted to see Community in the name to reflect the larger Pullman community, including Albion. The school will also be based on the Montessori model of education, so many voters thought that this also should be reflected in the name. Pullman Community Montessori, if the charter is approved, will open its doors in August 2021. As an approved charter school, students attending the school will attend free of any tuition. A charter school offers a public education accessible to all. If interest in enrollment exceeds capacity, enrollment will be decided based on a lottery system, Sullivan said. To keep informed of progress toward opening a charter school and dates for public forums, check its facebook presence: PullmanCharterSchoolInitiative and/or email pullmancharter@gmail. com. A website will be launching soon.
Gladish Community and Cultural Center Business Directory • GLADISH is great for Education… Celebrations… Performances… and Events. Contact us today. ARTS • Community Band of the Palouse, 509-334-6270 • Annette Klover, Klover Piano Studio, 509-878-1567 • Red Dog Art Room, Rhonda Skaggs, 509-339-3891 • Trisha Mallet Piano Studio 509-592-3610 • WA-ID Symphony, 208-874-4162
DANCE STUDIOS • Graham Academy, 338-4446 • Rising Stars Dance Studio (509) 432-6961
CHILD CARE AND RESOURCES • The Learning Center, 334-1234
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FITNESS/WELLNESS Aloft Yoga and Nia, aloft-yoga.com Lifespan Counseling, 206-910-7138 Palouse River Rollers Pullman Kokondo Academy 509-995-2894 Rolling Hills Derby Dames rollinghillsderbydames.com Wheat Whackers www.wheatwhackers.com
ORGANIZATIONS • Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse, 509-332-4357 • American Legion Post 52 • Apostolic Faith, 509-338-5869 • Bamboo Closet, Room 102 • Community Christian Ministry, 509-969-0351 • Eastern Washington Surf Soccer Club Palouse, 509-230-6423 • Friends of Hospice, 509-332-4414 • Good Deeds Mortgage, 509-339-7110 • Killa Skate Shop, Room 101E (Office in Rec Room)
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Mumma Insurance, 425-455-1406 jeffm@mummainsurance.com Plateau Archaeological Investigations 332-3830 Whitman County Genealogical Society Library, 332-2386 Whitman County Historical Society Archives, 334-3940 Work Source, 509-553-3496 mwood@esd.wa.gov
SCHOOLS • AC Driving School, Room 306 • Montessori School of Pullman 334-4114
Please support your community center and become a Friend of Gladish. Send a $35 (Individual), $50(Family) or $100 (Business) donation to: 115 NW State St., Suite 212A, Pullman, WA 99163 Or give online here: www.gladishcommunity.org Email us: Gladish@pullman.com
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Alpine Animal Hospital
WEDNESDAY IS FOR WOMEN 21% OFF REGULARLY PRICED ITEMS 50% OFF SELECT BOTTLES OF WINE
Buy One Entreé, Get a Second Entreé of Equal or Lesser Value for Half Price Coupon expires 10/31/2019. One coupon per table per visit. Coupon can not be combined or used with any other sale or special. Not valid for take-out.
Minors seated before 7:00 p.m., and allowed until 8:00 p.m.
200 E MAIN, PULLMAN • 332-6566
Under new ownership by Jennifer Ronngren, DVM and Ashley Nichols, DVM
Where quality, compassionate care is our top priority.
Your Full Service Dog & Cat Hospital PREVENTATIVE CARE URGENT CARE SENIOR CARE GENERAL SURGERY DENTISTRY AND DIGITAL DENTAL X-RAY ULTRASOUND DIGITAL X-RAY IN-HOUSE LABORATORY THERAPEUTIC LASER BOARDING GROOMING PUPPY AND OBEDIENCE CLASSES Ashley Nichols, D.V.M. • Jennifer Ronngren, D.V.M. Francesca Corcoran, D.V.M. • Michelle Yamashita, D.V.M. Located on the Pullman-Moscow Hwy.
509-332-6575
www.alpineanimalhospital.com • Like us on Facebook
Serving your pets’ needs on the Palouse since 1968.
Halloween is just around the corner! Keep your pet safe and happy by preventing access to Halloween candy and wrappers, and distract with food puzzle toys in a different room during trick or treating.
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CITY OF PULLMAN | PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL | PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT | WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
Thousands of Cougs will find their way back home Oct. 18 and 19 for Homecoming 2019.
The Cougs take on the Colorado Buffaloes on Oct. 19 at Martin Stadium. Three hours before the game, KickOff at the CUB offers family-friendly games, giveaways, and food for purchase—from burgers and brisket to Cougar Gold mac and cheese—in the M.G. Carey Senior Ballroom. Fans can also watch the game on the big screen in the CUB Lair. On the web: cub.wsu.edu/entertainment/kickoff/.
For more info about how to join or upgrade your membership, visit alumni.wsu.edu.
WSU celebrates homecoming
Festivities include the Homecoming Pep Rally with special appearances by WSU sports teams, the marching band, cheer squad, and Butch T. Cougar. The free, family-friendly event, hosted by Student Alumni Ambassadors, starts at 6 p.m. Oct. 18 on Flag Lane at the intersection of Colorado Street and Stadium Way. Join WSU students and alumni, and be sure to wear crimson and gray!
WSU Alumni Association’s Platinum Life and Life Member Reception takes place after the rally at the Lewis Alumni Centre.