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SCHOOLS Community partners come together to make school garden a reality at Hunter Elementary in Meridian.

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T he F lash Rocky Mountain High School’s Michael Slagowski is the fastest high school 800-meter runner in the country this season. Slagowski became the ninth high school runner to record a sub-4-minute mile by finishing in 3:59.53 at the Jesuit Twilight Relays in Portland on April 29. Story by Brandon Walton Photos by Adam Eschbach

ON THE TOWN Downtown Meridian has a new place to eat, drink coffee and hangout. Frankie’s Java opened this week.

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ELECTIONS Republican presidential candidates Ted Cruz and Ohio Gov. John Kasich dropped out of the race after losing to Donald Trump in Indiana.

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LOCAL Ball at the Hall, a prom for all ages, is bringing music, entertainment and a chocolate fountain to Meridian City Hall.

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Career spotlight: Child Life helps kids through cancer treatment connect hbeech@mymeridianpress.com Phone: 208-465-8122 Twitter: @HollyBeechMP

love the variety of professions I get to learn about as a reporter. A couple of weeks ago, I interviewed Jennifer Browne, the Child Life activities coordinator for St. Luke’s MSTI Pediatric Oncology. Browne and her team try to make cancer treatment appointments less intimidating for children. “We try really hard to make it not so terrible to come here,” Browne said. “We have several kids who don’t want to leave at the end of the day, and I think that says a lot.” Browne worked with Eloise Lawrence, a 3-year-old from Meridian who now is in remission. We featured Eloise and her family last week. Eloise’s mom, Jenica, said the Child Life staff helped Eloise relax at the hospital. They played games with her during chemotherapy and made her feel like a celebrity. Eloise, loving the attention, began to insist on wearing tutus to her appointments. “I absolutely loved working with her and building relationships with the family,” Browne said. That’s her favorite part of the job — building relationships with patients and families. “The most rewarding thing ... is when the kids come in and ask specifically for me. That always makes me feel good,” Browne said. “I get a lot of hugs and a lot of love here.” Browne has a teaching degree, and she helps put together learning

CRIME WATCH Meridian Police Department Log

April 25 Failure to appear for misdemeanor citation, North Waterfall Avenue and West Rainfall Street n Contempt - criminal, 600 block West Idaho Avenue n Inattentive driving, 1500 block East Overland Road n

April 26 Driving without privileges (second offense), possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule IV drug or substance, West McMillan Road and North Ten Mile Road n

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activities and art projects for children ranging from Eloise’s age all the way up to high-school age. These projects help fill the gaps for students who have to miss a lot of school because of cancer treatments. Of course, Browne and her team face hard days, too. “It can be very difficult sometimes. We try really hard to stay positive as much as we can,” she said. “The longer you work here, the more things that you see — families going through really hard times and losby Holly Beech ing children.” Through the heartache and loss, hbeech@mymeridianpress.com Browne said she and her co-workers have © 2016 MERIDIAN PRESS to stay focused on their mission. “Our main goal is to help the kids have the best time that they possibly can while they’re here,” she said, “... to help them through the process and be a place where they can feel safe.” I’m happy to learn about Child Life and to see how it helps families who are going through something so difficult.

provide proof of vehicle insurance, North Locust Grove Road and East Carol Street n Two arrests: frequenting place where controlled substance is used, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, 100 block West Gondola Drive n DUI, westbound Interstate 84 and North Ten Mile Road n DUI (second offense), South Meridian and East Overland roads

April 28 DUI, leaving the scene of an accident, driving without privileges (second offense), failure to provide proof of vehicle insurance (second offense), 1700 block South Eagle Road n Resisting or obstructing, failure to appear for misdemeanor citation, 1200 block East Sicily Street n Forgery, 3300 block West Cherry Lane n DUI, collision report, North Eagle Road and East Lanark Drive n Battery - domestic violence without traumatic injury against a household member, 1700 block West Puzzle Creek Court n

McMillan Road, east of Zachary Way, has lane restrictions through June 3 for new subdivision frontage work. n Meridian Road, from Corporate Drive to Interstate 84, has lane restrictions through today for overhead sign installation. n Ten Mile Road, from Franklin Road to Interstate 84, has lane restrictions through today for overhead sign installation. n Northbound Ten Mile Road, along the quarter-mile south of Franklin Road, has lane and shoulder restrictions through May 20 for concrete work for a new subdivision. n Lake Hazel Road, from Eagle Road to Locust Grove Road, has lane restrictions through today for core sampling. n Locust Grove Road, from Lake Hazel Road to Mary Lane, has lane restrictions through today for core sampling. n Stoddard Road, north of Kodiak Drive to north of Grizzly Drive, has lane restrictions through June 4 for school zone signal installation. n Ten Mile Road, north of Franklin Road, will have lane restrictions May 16 for paving after sewer work. n Southbound Ten Mile Road, from Pine Avenue to Franklin Road, will be closed from 8 p.m. May 13 to 6 a.m. May 16 for the installation of a sewer manhole. n

Ongoing construction projects for the week of May 6-13: n Black Cat Road, from McMillan Road to Chinden Boulevard, is closed through May 9 for sewer main work, with no access between Daphne Street to Vanderbilt Drive. n Black Cat Road, from Ustick Road to Moon Lake Drive, has lane restrictions through Aug. 1 for pedestrian and signal improvements. n Black Cat Road, from Ustick Road to McMillan Road, is closed through June 1 for sewer main work, with no access between Ustick Road and Quintale Street. n Eagle Road, from Overland Road to Interstate 84, has lane restrictions through today for overhead sign installation. n Eagle Road, from south of Victory Road to Rome Drive, has lane restrictions through Thursday for road widening. n Linder Road, from Loretta Street to south of Monument Street, has lane restrictions through May 27 for road widening. n Locust Grove Road, north of Wrightwood Drive, has lane restrictions through May 20 for road widening.

Dear Editor, I write to follow up on Holly Beech’s Apr 28, 2016 story, indicating that some of the people seeking to recall Tina Dean and Carol Sayles apparently want to make an issue of whether or not I was properly “vetted” before being appointed as the General Counsel for the West Ada School District. I did not solicit the position, and I hope your readers appreciate that I was approached by the Board based upon recommendations from other lawyers. I am proud to have received a perfect

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The Meridian Press, founded in 2013 by the Idaho Press-Tribune, received three awards at the Idaho Press Club Annual Awards Banquet on Saturday in Boise. The Meridian Press submitted a handful of articles and page designs from the year 2015 to be judged against submissions from other Idaho weekly newspapers. Awards earned by the Meridian Press were: n Agriculture Reporting – Weekly Print 1st place: Holly Beech, “Late scientist inspires Meridian Company 1,4 Group to advance potato research” n Page Design – Weekly Print 2nd place: Randy Lavorante, “Meridian Press Page Design File” n Serious Feature Report – Weekly Print 3rd place: Holly Beech, “Breast cancer patient featured in Meridian Press dies with family by her side”

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Idaho is the most recent state to block fantasy sports fans from betting on sports contests through two multibillion dollar paid fantasy companies. Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced Monday that two companies, DraftKings and FanDuel, have agreed to stop providing the service to Idaho residents. Wasden said in a news release that the online sport contest, where fans bet on players’ performances, is considered illegal gambling in Idaho. The Idaho Constitution bans gambling except for the state lottery, parimutuel betting as well as bingo and raffle games. The companies will be able to block consumers in Idaho through geoblocking technology or IP addresses. However, they will allow users to withdraw their account balances. Attorneys general in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Kansas have ruled the practice legal, while 12 others call it illegal gambling, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Three states have legalized daily fantasy sports through statute, according to the organization, while lawmakers in 35 states are weighing the policy this year. — The Associated Press

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peer review rating from other attorneys that anyone can review at http://bit.ly/1oeQAhH. I have posted my curriculum vitae at http://bit. ly/1O8VplY so that inquiring readers can review my qualifications for themselves. Perhaps having successfully handled the case of the whistleblower who first raised concerns about the mismanagement of funds by the Nampa School District had something to do with the choice of those who recommended me for the position. Having developed a litigation practice for over 35 years recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News and World Reports, and having rep© 2016 Vol. 3, No. 26, 16 pages

Meridian Press earns 3 Idaho Press Club awards for 2015

Two Idaho Supreme Court candidates rank highest in survey

LETTERTO THE EDITOR West Ada attorney responds to criticism of his appointment

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resented and consulted with administrators, teachers and students in education and employment related matters over the years, I think I understand why the Board thought I was the person for the job. I pride myself on being fiercely independent, and I would like to think that this is a quality that the Trustees who voted to appoint me valued. When asked to assume the position I made it clear that I did not want a contract, and that it would not be necessary to put me on retainer. I report to the Board and serve at their pleasure. Thank you. — Wm. Breck Seiniger, Jr.

Members of the Idaho State Bar favored two out of the four candidates for Idaho Supreme Court Justice in a recent survey. The survey was sent out to more than 3,800 attorneys and judges in Idaho. Of those, 581 responded. The participants were asked to rate the candidates on four criteria including integrity and independence; knowledge and understanding of the law; judicial temperament and demeanor and legal ability and experience. Candidates Robyn Brody and Sergio Gutierrez tied with the highest scores in the survey. They both averaged 3.58 out of a possible 4 for each criteria. Clive Strong received an average score of 3.27 and Curt McKenzie averaged 1.9. The Idaho State Bar has conducted a survey for every contested judicial election since 2006. The survey is not meant to be an endorsement of any candidate. Brody, Gutierrez, Strong and McKenzie are all vying for the justice seat left vacant by the retirement of Chief Justice Jim Jones. One candidate will need to get a majority of the votes in the May 17 primary. If not, the top two will compete in a runoff election in November. — Idaho Press-Tribune staff

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LOCAL NEWS Meridian Chamber calls for Election guide to early voting, West Ada voters to recall trustees primary election day

he Meridian Cham- issues of West Ada and the Ranells, because of her ber of Commerce is public.” position of school district urging voters in the Sayles said in an email, superintendent, is an ex ofWest Ada School Dis- “The chamber’s statement ficio (non-voting) member trict to recall school of ‘significant financial in- of the chamber’s board of board members Tina Dean crease to school budget’ is directors. She could not be and Carol Sayles in the May incorrect. We have trimmed reached for comment. Rob17 election. and saved expenses for the erts said Ranells has not attended any chamber board In a statement released benefit of the students.” April 28, the chamber The chamber’s support meetings. board said Dean (zone 1) and Sayles of the recall the school by Holly Beech efforts are (zone 3) were elected in 2013 boa rd’s hbeech@mymeridianpress.com not in retali- and were among four West “egregious” © 2016 MERIDIAN PRESS ation to how Ada trustees targeted by the behavior has the board recall group “Concerned had a negahandled for- Citizens of West Ada School tive impact on the district’s mer Superintendent Linda District for Trustee Recall.” staff, budget and Clark’s contract, The other two trustees, Russtudents. Roberts said. The sell Joki and Julie Madsen, Chamber board chamber wrote a have since resigned. The members have letter to the school recall election takes place seen a lack of audiboard last summer during the primary election ence participation emphasizing its May 17. and failure to folpositive relationThe chamber board’s low proper protoship with Clark, full statement is: col at school board who later resigned “The Meridian Chamber meetings, Meridian because of what of Commerce urges you to Chamber of ComClark categorized vote to recall the West Ada Dean merce CEO Anne as the school board School District (WASD) Little Roberts, who “mitigating” her re- Trustees in Zones 1 and 3 is also a Meridian moval. during the Primary Election City Councilwom“I don’t believe on May 17th . an, told the Meridthat this (statement The Chamber’s Board of ian Press. Chamber by the Chamber) is Directors believe the egreand business leadany fallout left from gious behavior of the WASD ers were also put that situation,” Rob- Board has resulted in signifoff when the school erts said. icant financial increases to board hired attorIt’s typical for the the school budget, resignaney William “Breck” Meridian Chamber tions of key administrative Seiniger without Sayles to endorse school staff, questionable meetseeing any other board candidates, ing practices, and a serious bids or “properly she said, but this is lack of transparency. The vetting” him, Robthe first time in her Meridian Chamber of Comerts said. almost five years merce believes this is a very Dean, the school with the chamber important issue that negaboard chairwoman, that a trustee recall tively impacts our children has not shown the election has been as well as the vitality of our ability to control the held. business community and board, Roberts said. “It’s such an eco- urges you to get informed. “Even though nomic development Please join us in assuring things seemed to issue ... because our West Ada School DisRoberts have calmed down these are our fu- trict returns their primary with the changes ture employees and focus to our children and on the board, you still need hopefully our future busi- vote to recall the Trustees somebody in there who ness owners,” Roberts said. of Zones 1 and 3. For more can control the board and “The future of our business information, please contact respect the audience,” she community rests within Anne Little Roberts, CEO of said. our students, making sure the Meridian Chamber of Dean said she doesn’t they get the proper educa- Commerce.” have a response to the state- tion.” The Chamber’ board ment, saying she had alRoberts said she does not of directors voted on the ready seen a chamber recall believe the chamber’s recall recall statement via email document that circulated statement will cause a rift April 22-25. The majority the week of April 19. between the business and of directors supported the Roberts said that docu- education communities. statement, others abstained ment was not an official “We’ve met with Mary from voting, and no one statement from the chamAnn Ranells; it seems like dissented, Roberts said. She ber, but rather an internal we have a good relationship declined to say how each diemail that was leaked. The rector voted. there,” she said. board of directors voted on the official statement by email just days later. MONUMENTS Some patrons have BENCHES thanked the board members on social media for givMaUSOlEUMS ing patrons more of a voice, and Sen. Marv Hagedorn, RMeridian, praised Dean in a comment on the Meridian Press Facebook page. “I am disappointed,” 17516 Karcher Rd. Caldwell Hagedorn wrote in response to the Chamber’s statement. “Tina Dean is a HELpfuL HINt #1 wonderful downtown MeFuneral homes & corporate owned ridian businesswoman who was elected into a mess. She cemeteries may charge you more for a was selected by the board to monument since they are a middleman. become the Chairwoman Purchase from a local Monument who has strived to be trans- Company and save money. 1450273 0000000 parent in dealing with the

arly voting in Ada County started Monday. The county provides early voting for any voter who can’t vote on May 17 or who would just prefer to vote early. The early voting times are: n 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays from May 2-13 n 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 7 (Ada County Elections Office only) Early voting locations: n Ada County Elections Office, 400 N. Benjamin Lane, Ste. 100, Boise n Meridian City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian

VOTER INFORMATION If you are not yet registered to vote, you may do so at your polling place when you go to vote. Sameday registration is offered during early voting and on Election Day. Bring with you a valid ID and proof of address. To find your polling place and learn which districts and precinct you live in, visit adacounty.id.gov/ elections/Voter-Informat ion/Fi nd-My-Pol l i ngPlace. There, you will also be able to see sample ballots based on party affiliations.

in zones 1 will be asked to vote yes or no to recall Trustee Tina Dean, and voters in zone 3 will be asked to vote yes or no to recall Carol Sayles. Statements from the trustees and from the recall group are on the ballot. Voters in zone 5 of the school district will see a recall question about Russell Joki, but that question is no longer relevant because Joki resigned last month. Voters in the Kuna Library District will be asked to vote on a library district bond of $3.9 million over a term of no more than 10 years.

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Teri Murrison, R-Eagle Rick Visser, R-Boise

ADA COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 3:

Dave Case, R-Meridian, incumbent n Sharon M. Ullman, R-Boise n

U.S. SENATOR:

Pro-Life, Constitution Party, Letha, Idaho n Ray J. Writz, Constitution Party, Coeur d’Alene n

U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 1:

Raul Labrador, R-Eagle, (incumbent) n Isaac M. Haugen, CANDIDATES R-Santa Rosa, California Contested races in the n Gordon Counsil, primary election in the R-Caldwell n Shizandra Fox, D-Glen Meridian area: Ellen, California DISTRICT 14 STATE n Staniela Nikolova, REPRESENTATIVE, SEAT A: D-Moscow n Mike Moyle, R-Star (inn James Piotrowski, cumbent) D-Boise n Michael Greenway, R-Eagle

DISTRICT 14 STATE REPRESENTATIVE, SEAT B:

Gayann DeMordaunt, R-Eagle n Douglas R. Jones, R-Meridian n

DISTRICT 22, SENATE:

Lori Den Hartog, RMeridian (incumbent) n Charles Pratt Porter, R-Kuna BALLOTS n Robert “Ernie” Terrell, In addition to voting on R-Kuna congressional, legislative and county candidates, ADA COUNTY COMMISSIONER, some voters in the West DISTRICT 2: Ada School District will n Stanley L. Johnson, see a trustee recall initia- D-Meridian tive on their ballot. Voters n TJ Thomson, D-Boise n

U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 2:

Mike Simpson, R-Boise (incumbent) n Lisa Marie, R-Boise n

IDAHO SUPREME COURT JUSTICE (NON-PARTISAN):

To succeed Justice Jim Jones: n Robyn Brody, Rubert n Wm. Breck Seiniger Jr., Boise (has since withdrawn) n Clive J. Strong, Boise n Christ Troupis, Eagle (has since withdrawn) n Sergio Gutierrez, Nampa n Curt McKenzie, Nampa Sources: Idaho Secretary of State, Ada County Elections

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Esperansa M. Gomez of Meridian was among seven Boise State University freshmen to receive the prestigious 2016 Horatio Alger Boise State Scholarship. This annual scholarship recognizes outstanding students, who, in the face of adversity, have shown admirable commitment to continuing their education and serving their communities. The $10,000 scholarship provides financial assistance to students entering their final three years of study at Boise State University. Children’s Home Society has brought on Anselme Sadiki as its new executive director. The Boise-based nonprofit operates the Warm Springs Counseling Centers in Boise and Meridian, which provide emotional, mental and behavioral healthcare to children, regardless of their ability to pay. Sadiki’s background includes 11 years with the United Nations Development Programme, serving in four African countries and in New York. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in social work and comSadiki munity development in 2000 from Idaho State University and earned his master’s of international affairs degree from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs in 2003. The Idaho State Department of Education has selected Duncan Robb as policy liaison, Superintendent Sherri Ybarra announced. Robb will begin with the department on July 1 and will focus on supporting the superintendent in policy matters as well as being a department representative working collaboratively with Idaho legislators. Robb previously worked as Engagement Manager for the Education Delivery Institute, working with both higher education and K-12 partners, and is Robb especially interested in the most effective ways to set targets and use data to monitor and visualize progress. He taught sixth-grade math in Houston, Texas, as a Teach for America corps member. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Oregon and a master’s in public policy from the Johns Hopkins Institute for Policy Studies. Gem State Pharmacy Group, Inc. leased 5,080 square feet of office space at 800 S. Industry Way, Ste. 330 in Meridian. Janet Benoit with Rafanelli & Nahas represented the landlord and Steve Winger of Colliers International represented the tenant in this transaction. n

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Joseph daRosa, Sr., 80, of Elizabeth “Betty” Kusler, Charles “Dennis” Parr, 67, Meridian, died Friday, April 29, 2016, 97, of Meridian, died Monday, May 2, of Meridian, died Thursday, April 28, at a local hospital. Funeral Home: Ac- 2016, at her home. Funeral Home: Ac- 2016, at his home. Funeral Home: Accent Funeral Home, Meridian. cent Funeral Home, Meridian. cent Funeral Home, Meridian.

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Broadway Ave. Meets at 6 p.m. every first, third and fourth Tuesday, and at 3 p.m. every second Tuesday. Find the agenda at meridiancity.org. n Meridian Development Corporation board For the week of May 9-13: meeting, 4-5:30 p.m., Meridian City Hall, Public Tuesday Works Conference Room (second floor). n West Ada School District Board of Trustees n MDC and Meridian City Council joint workmeeting, 6 p.m. at the District Service Center, session, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Meridian City Hall, City 1303 E. Central Drive, Meridian. Find the agenda Council Chambers. The purpose of the meeting at westada.org/Page/169. to discuss the polling results for the multin Meridian City Council meeting, 3 p.m., City purpose conference center. Council Chambers, Meridian City Hall, 33 E.

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Wednesday Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, 6 p.m., City Council Chambers, Meridian City Hall. Meets the second Wednesday of each month. n

Thursday Meridian Arts Commission meeting, 3:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Meridian City Hall. Meets the second Thursday of each month. n Historical Preservation Commission meeting, 5:30 p.m., Meridian City Hall. Meets on the second Thursday of each month. n

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VOTERS GUIDE 2016 ADA COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 2, DEMOCRATS STANLEY JOHNSON

ADA COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 2, REPUBLICANS

TJ THOMSON

Age: 59 Family: Married /Spouse, Sandra, Nurse Practitioner/ Sons, Robert and Ronald, one is a Caption on the Nampa Fire Dept., and one is a Department Chief on the Boise Fire Department/ Daughter, Susan, is a Special Ed Teacher. Education: Two years at Southwestern Oregon Community College, Coos Bay, Or. and Five years at Boise State University with a Major in Behavioral Management. Occupation: Retired

Age: 41 Family: Wife, Alisha Thomson; Daughter, Sena Thomson Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science from Boise State University Master of Public Affairs (MPA) from Indiana University Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors Occupation: Certified Internal Auditor at Idaho Power Company and Boise City Council Member

Past relevant political experience: Two elected terms, Port of Port Orford, Or., Port Commissioner/ Chairman of Legislative 14, Democrats/ Chairman of WAC, Democrats /Executive Board, ADA County Democrats/ Lochsa Falls HOA President past 5 years/Secretary Treasurer Teamsters Union, Local 483/President, 5 Craft Unions.

Past relevant political experience: Thomson I have served on the Boise City Council for the past seven years, working to make Boise one of the most livable cities in America — making it a hub for commerce and innovation, protecting our open spaces and recreational opportunities, and serving as a public advocate for education and public transportation improvements.

Have you ever filed bankruptcy for yourself or for your business? If yes, please tell us when and the circumstances. Yes, In 1974 when my twin sons were born, I had extremely high medical bills. Have you been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony charges? (Traffic citations not included) If yes, what were the convictions and the circumstances? Yes, One misdemeanor charge for unknowingly having a small firearm in my briefcase at the Boise Airport. I received a withheld judgment the day I went to court. Why are you running for this office? To create a better working relationship between the Cities and County and make ADA County Government more open to the public and its needs. Also work with the Cities in Ada County to create Living Wage Jobs, not minimum wage jobs. A person should able to support their family with only one wage earner. What are your top three priorities if elected? 1. Budgeting: The County should live by the budget they set and do not use Claw Backs to get money for their special projects. This would also eliminate waste and would reduce taxes. 2. Emergency Services: The emergency services mostly consists of the County Sheriff’s Department and the Ada County Paramedics. These departments take the biggest part of the County Budget. These services are necessary for the safety of the population of ADA County; while at the same time they need proper funding for training and equipment. When you call 911 for help, you want the best trained and qualified person to come to your aid. 3. Integrity, Transparency, Honesty: Hold Town Hall meetings once or twice a year that would be open to the public. Also, when someone comes to the County Court House, make sure that the person gets the help they came for. Why should voters select you over your opponent(s)? I believe I can bring very positive changes to our County Government that will carry over into the years to come. I bring a long and varied background to the District 2 County Commission seat. This includes the experience I have accumulated from 5 years active duty in the US Navy, County Deputy Sherriff, HR Manager, Rate Clerk, Auditor, Secretary Treasurer of the Teamster Union, HOA President, Political affiliations as well as Civic involvement in the Rotary Club, American Legion and the Masonic Lodge, plus some others. I was born and raised in Marsing, Idaho and know the values and needs of the people. I believe in keeping good air and water quality as well as private property rights. (No photo available.)

Have you ever filed bankruptcy for yourself or for your business? If yes, please tell us when and the circumstances. No Have you been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony charges? (Traffic citations not included) If yes, what were the convictions and the circumstances? No Why are you running for this office? To promote an ethical and transparent county government that remains limited to its prescribed roles and works to empower communities. When a city succeeds, the county succeeds; I want Ada County to be the partner our cities need to thrive. There are a number of areas our county government can be improved to better serve its citizens. My goal is to use what I’ve learned serving in local government the past seven years in a different capacity, to help create a county commission that supports communities, strengthens relationships between cities, and creates a more open and accountable government. At the end of the day, I want to make Ada County an even better place to live, work, and raise a family, so future generations can enjoy continued prosperity and an incomparable quality of life. What are your top three priorities, if elected? 1. Economic Development & Job Creation— Counties have a unique tool at their disposal to promote economic development and job creation in the form of property-tax relief for new and expanding businesses. This can help bring good-paying jobs to the county and help existing businesses grow. While this tool is sometimes utilized, we should be more proactive in using it to encourage new businesses to relocate to Ada County and providing it to growing businesses already here. 2. Strengthening Local Control—When it comes to fulfilling their vision for the future, cities know best; the county should work more as a partner on local projects, rather than impeding progress. I will work to improve relationships between the county and our cities, making sure it sticks to its prescribed roles and supports local communities. 3. Transparent & Ethical Government—I will propose creation of an ethics commission made up of community volunteers to provide residents with an avenue for complaints and independent investigations. Taxpayers are out nearly $5 million because commissioners approved a contract with Dynamis only nine days after receiving it—something that could have been avoided had there been more opportunities for study and public input. Why should voters select you over your opponent(s)? I have spent my career as an auditor seeking out fraud, waste, and abuse in both the public and private sectors. My main focuses are to increase efficiency in government operations, reduce impediments to economic growth, and ultimately reduce taxpayer burden—all of which I am uniquely qualified to accomplish. Having served on the Boise City Council for seven years, I have worked closely with Ada County on a myriad of issues, recognizing firsthand the ways we can improve our county government to be a better partner to our cities, helping them fulfill their own visions for their communities.

TERI MURRISON

Age: 59 Family: Rich (husband), daughter, son in law, two grandchildren Education: BA English, BA Political Science, MA Negotiation & Conflict Resolution Occupation: Administrator Past relevant political experience: County Commissioner (Supervisor)

Murrison

Have you ever filed bankruptcy for yourself or for your business? If yes, please tell us when and the circumstances. No

Have you been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony charges? (Traffic citations not included) If yes, what were the convictions and the circumstances? No Why are you running for this office? I’m running because I want to serve all residents of Ada County -both city and unincorporated county. I have a strong work ethic and I’m well-qualified to serve: I’ve been a county commissioner, am the Ada County P&Z Chairman, and served on Eagle’s Transportation Committee. I’ve devoted a large part of my life to public service. I’m also a wife, mother, and grandmother. My husband is an Air Force Vietnam-era veteran. Our son in law is an Army veteran and serves in the Idaho National Guard. Our family and future are invested here. I’m running: n To listen. Leaders need to listen to us and to each other. County government must be accountable, transparent, and inclusive. It must bring cities, ACHD, and the county together, not apart. Leaders must work together for our benefit, and for, not against us. n To limit taxes and county government. Tax dollars should be spent on those services for which the county is legally responsible. The county should avoid social engineering, expensive regulation, and duplicating existing programs. n To create and work toward a shared vision for Ada County’s future: economic development, harmonized comprehensive plans, a vibrant economy, and safe and livable communities. What are your top three priorities, if elected? 1. Insuring county government remains inclusive, accountable, and transparent: I plan on being a listening ear and active voice for all Ada County residents. 2. Being a fiscally conservative steward of public tax dollars — limiting unnecessary growth of government and taxes — while providing the highest quality of service possible. 3. Improving relations with the cities and ACHD, and insuring we all work together to avoid duplication of services where possible and to benefit all residents. “ The job of county commissioner is complicated, but I am ready for the job on day one. Commissioners oversee many services not familiar to my opponent. Commissioners serve as administrators of a very large county operation. They interact and balance the competing budgetary needs of 6 other elected officials’ and many departments, and oversee hundreds of employees. My opponent doesn’t have that experience. In addition, I’m a Certified Public Manager, an administrator and employer, and have been a county commissioner. I have operated a small business and understand what businesses need to thrive. I have interviewed all county elected officials, most department heads, and others to understand their departments, challenges, and needs. I have attended community meetings, city council meetings, and ACHD meetings to understand the relationships and challenges. I have conflict resolution and training skills relating to local government. I’ve been a public information officer. I serve on the Planning & Zoning Commission, Chairman this year. I don’t believe my opponent shares any of this experience or qualifications. I want to serve all residents of Ada County. I hope voters select me. For more info, please visit www.TeriMurrison.com. Why should voters select you over your opponent(s)? The job of county commissioner is complicated, but I am ready for the job on day one. Commissioners oversee many services not familiar to my opponent. Commissioners serve as administrators of a very large county operation. They interact and balance the competing budgetary needs of 6 other elected officials’ and many departments, and oversee hundreds of employees. My opponent doesn’t have that experience. In addition, I’m a Certified Public Manager, an administrator and employer, and have been a county commissioner. I have operated a small business and understand what businesses need to thrive. I have interviewed all county elected officials, most department heads, and others to understand their departments, challenges, and needs. I have attended community meetings, city council meetings, and ACHD meetings to understand the relationships and challenges. I have conflict resolution and training skills relating to local government. I’ve been a public information officer. I serve on the Planning & Zoning Commission, Chairman this year. I don’t believe my opponent shares any of this experience or qualifications. I want to serve all residents of Ada County. I hope voters select me. For more info, please visit www.TeriMurrison.com.

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Visser

RICK VISSER Family: Four generations of my family live in Ada County. My wife Julie and I have two daughters and one son. In December of 2014, we were blessed with the birth of a granddaughter. My 90 year old mother lives in Eagle. Education: B.A. in Molecular Biology from the University of California, San Diego. J.D. from the University of Idaho, College of Law. Occupation: Retired from BSU.

Past relevant political experience: Published a bills of interest and bill tracking service for the Idaho Supreme Court each Idaho legislative session. Authored a DNA access bill and spearheaded it through passage. My duties as the Associate Director of BSU’s Idaho Innocence Project included being the project’s policy director. Have you ever filed bankruptcy for yourself or for your business? If yes, please tell us when and the circumstances. No Have you been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony charges? (Traffic citations not included) If yes, what were the convictions and the circumstances? No, I have never been charged with either a misdemeanor or felony. I have received one traffic ticket in my lifetime. Why are you running for this office? I am concerned about the Quality of Life in Ada County. I am committed to improving it immediately and also for our future generations. Four generations of my family live in Ada County. I also want to implement more practical and responsible spending in our county. What are your top three priorities, if elected? 1. Address the issues related to High Density growth in Ada County. The American Lung Association just downgraded Ada County’s air quality to an F. Traffic is a major contributor to this problem. Yard waste should be composted, and recycling efforts need to improve. 2. Look to first solve problems via efficient and practical use of tax revenues. Use my administrative and business experience plus a common sense approach in problem solving. Regulations should not only be minimal but also practical and understandable so that the average person can understand them. 3. Solicit ideas from Ada County residents/stakeholders. I believe in the philosophy that nothing is as powerful as an idea whose time has come. Ada County Commissioners need to hear those ideas, vet those ideas, and act quickly on the most beneficial ideas. Why should voters select you over your opponent(s)? I am committed to the quality of life and responsible development in Ada County because my family lives here. Four generations live here, and I have lived in Ada County for 40 years. I am also committed to the quality of life for all of Ada County’s residents. I bring experience as a government administrator who has a record of improving public services without increasing spending. I bring a philosophy of using common sense as a guiding force. I am proud to be a citizen of Ada County, and I would be honored to serve its citizens.

ADA COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 3, REPUBLICANS DAVE CASE (INCUMBENT)

Age: 54 Family: Lynette (wife), Mikyla (daughter), Zach & Brittany (son and daughter in law) Education: Bachelor of Arts, Boise State University Occupation: Current Ada County Commissioner Case

Past relevant political experience: Current Ada County Commissioner from 2012 to present, Ada County Highway District Commissioner from 2010 to 2012, Kuna School District Trustee 4 years, Kuna Planning and Zoning Commissioner 4 years. Have you ever filed bankruptcy for yourself or for your business? If yes, please tell us when and the circumstances. No Have you been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony charges? (Traffic citations not included) If yes, what were the convictions and the circumstances? No Why are you running for this office? I am running for Re-Election to continue to protect the rights and interests of Ada County citizens. They need someone who is accessible and transparent to continue to be their voice. I love serving the citizens of Ada County. What are your top three priorities, if elected? 1. To manage the expansion of Ada County and balancing the cost of this growth. 2. To address the concerns of the citizens I serve in a balanced approach. 3. To remain accessible to the public and continue to promote transparency in government. Why should voters select you over your opponent(s)? I have demonstrated over the past four years that I am fiscally responsible when dealing with the publics money. I listen to the citizens on both sides of an issue. I am accessible and treat people with respect.

SHARON M. ULLMAN

no impact on actual spending and is oftentimes done just for show. A ceremonial “no” vote on a final proposed budget should not be confused with an actual commitment to reducing spending. Ada County is experiencing a leadership void that sorely needs to be filled. If the same decision-maker is left in office, we can expect to see the same results: skyrocketing property taxes and costly, unwise decisions. The people of Ada County deserve to have elected officials who do their homework, know the facts, and make decisions based on what is best for the community, not based on who has contributed the most money to their campaigns, on cronyism, or on a lack Past relevant political experi- of proper investigation of the facts. ence: What are your top three prioriI have a vast amount of experience working on behalf of taxpayers ties, if elected? My answer does not fit neatly into and ratepayers in our community and am ideally suited for this posi- a box with a list of three, but the most tion. More detailed information is important Ada County issues are to available on my website, at www. reduce the property tax burden and sharonu.com . I have served two pre- defend taxpayers against costly, bad vious terms as an elected Ada County decisions. My website at www.shaCommissioner and several terms as ronu.com lists a number of my goals. an elected Republican Central Com- If elected, I will endeavor to: n Use zero-based budgeting, in mittee precinct representative. In adwhich every expense must be justidition, I have served as the Chair of the Idaho Department of Health and fied each year, to stop wasteful spendWelfare’s Region 4 Infant and Toddler ing and reduce property taxes n End cronyism and political payCommittee, as the Chair of the Booth Home Advisory Council, and as a Di- offs in Ada County government n Ensure integrity and openness in rector on the Board of Directors of the Idaho Newspaper Foundation. My Ada County government n Ensure completion of the new prior experience includes working to reduce various sewer, water and trash Dispatch Center and Jail Central Conrates, and serving as a citizen mem- trol Security System without raising ber of five Meridian (now West Ada) taxes n Resolve the lawsuits between the School District committees. I attended county meetings for many years cities and the county so all of the local before I was elected, and have testi- elected officials can, once again, work fied at countless Ada County budget together for the good of the commuhearings and legislative committee nity n Work to provide increased acmeetings, representing the public’s viewpoint. I served on a number of cess to services for west Ada County additional Boards and Committees residents for whom the county courtin my official capacity as a Commis- house is not conveniently located n Facilitate the safe return of gun sioner, including serving as Chair of the Ada County Hazard Mitigation shows to Expo Idaho (the Western Committee, made up of representa- Idaho Fairgrounds) n End the hostility of the Comtives of more than twenty governmissioners toward the capable and ment entities. highly-qualified elected Ada County Have you ever filed bankruptcy Treasurer n Promote English proficiency for yourself or for your business? If n Provide the public an insider’s yes, please tell us when and the cirview of government in Ada County cumstances. No Why should voters select you over Have you been convicted of any your opponent(s)? It is time county residents have an misdemeanor or felony charges? (Traffic citations not included) If yes, elected Commissioner, once again, what were the convictions and the who is committed to reducing the property tax burden on our commucircumstances? nity and defending taxpayers and No ratepayers against the high cost of Why are you running for this of- bad decision-making. I do my homework. I listen. I care. Please do not be fice? During my four-year term, the bamboozled by ridiculous political Board of Ada County Commission- spin. I encourage you to take a look ers left $81 million in the pockets of at my website at www.sharonu.com, taxpayers. The tax portion of the Ada as well as my blog, for factual inforCounty budget increased a grand to- mation about Ada County and my tal of $3.12 million – just 3.66 percent, twenty-plus years of involvement. I the amount generated by new con- am not bought and paid for and do struction. In the three years since I not take money from lobbyists, PACs have been off the , special interests or companies (and Board, the tax their employees) that contract with portion of the Ada the county. You can be assured that County budget my decisions are based on what is in has increased a the best interest of the people of Ada whopping $20.93 County, not political cronies or finanMILLION — 23.66 cial backers. We can merely complain percent! (Ada about our government or we can get County tax and involved and do something about it. budget informa- For more than twenty years, I have tion can be found taken the latter approach and hope online.) Merely you will join me in that effort by going voting against a to the polls on May 17 and voting for county budget me in the Republican primary eleconce it is com- tion for Ada County Commissioner. pleted has little or Thank you for your support! Age: 52 Family: My husband, Joe Coones, is an engineering manager and has been with the Micron family of companies for more than 18 years. I am also the proud mother of six children and two stepchildren! Education: BA, Ullman University of California at Berkeley Occupation: Candidate for Ada County Commissioner

CONTESTED RACES Ada County Commissioner, District 2, Democrats n TJ Thomson, Boise n Stanley L. Johnson, Meridian Ada County Commissioner, District 2, Republicans n Teri Murrison, Eagle n Rick Visser, Boise Ada County Commissioner, District 3, Republicans n Dave Case, Meridian (incumbent) n Sharon M. Ullman, Boise

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ON THE TOWN Blue Sky Bagels to open new restaurant in downtown Meridian

Frankie’s Java WHERE: 112 E Idaho Ave. HOURS: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Lisa Squires, who moved to Meridian last summer after co-owning Java in Sun Valley for 16 years, is opening a new coffeehouse and restaurant in downtown Meridian called Frankie’s Java, named after her daughter.

Frankie’s Java opens in historic downtown Meridian

rankie’s Java, a new coffeehouse and restaurant, opened in downtown Meridian on Wednesday, founded by the former co-owner of Java. The new cafe and restaurant has plenty of indoor seating and a patio overlooking Generations Plaza. Inside, bouquets of fabricated peacock feathers sit atop the tables, and an eclectic mix of light fixtures and artwork are on display. When Frankie’s Cafe owner Lisa Squires moved to Meridian from Sun Valley last summer, she hunted for the local side of Me-

ridian that made it by Holly Beech “I wanted to unique. hbeech@mymeridianpress.com come here because I think it has soul, “I love history © 2016 MERIDIAN PRESS it has history, it has and I love architecture,” she said. “So when I came architecture — it has all the things here, I was like, where’s the real that are appealing to me,” Squires Meridian? ... I literally googled, said. “This is where the heart of Meridian should be, but it’s not where’s the old town?” When Squires first explored there yet.” Squires hopes to build on the downtown Meridian, she was drawn to the historic buildings and energy of downtown businesses cozy atmosphere, she said. She set like PreFunk Beer Bar and Flatup a meeting with Meridian Mayor bread Neapolitan Pizzeria. Tammy de Weerd to learn about “The more businesses that start the city’s plan for downtown revi- popping up, the better the whole talization. area will be,” she said. “I just think

with a couple of people taking a chance on (downtown), I think in the next five years we’ll really start to see this part of town grow.” While living in Sun Valley, Squires co-owned and operated Java, including the two Boise locations, for 16 years. Frankie’s Java, named after her 12-year-old daughter, is not associated with the Sun Valley-based Java. Frankie’s Java is open daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and offers a full food menu. The cafe is located at 112 E. Idaho Ave. in the former location of The Grotto.

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“I’m excited about the rejuvenation of that area and would love to be a part of it,” Hansen told the Meridian Press. He owns three other Blue Sky Bagels in Boise and Meridian. Hansen pointed to the fresh energy that people like Josh Evarts, an artist and property developer who recently opened the Vault on Idaho Avenue, are bringing to downtown Meridian. Plus, having Frankie’s Java next door will likely be a benefit, Hansen said. “I’ve seen bagel shops do really well right next to coffee shops,” he said. Hansen plans to open the new shop in July or August, creating about eight new jobs. The downtown site will be smaller than the others and won’t have a bakery, so fresh bagels will be brought in a few times a day from the Blue Sky Bagels on Eagle Road and Fairview Avenue, Hansen said. Idaho Avenue will get a new, temporary look this summer to make it more patio-friendly and inviting to foot traffic, thanks to efforts by the Meridian Development Corporation and downtown Meridian businesses and property owners. Hansen said he’s excited about the Idaho Avenue project and hopes to see more businesses move into downtown Meridian to make it more of a destination. “I like the feel of downtown as opposed to going out on Meridian Road next to the interstate and just being part of a strip mall,” Hansen said. “I’d rather be in more neighborhood feeling places. And we try to be a great part of the community and give back to schools and charities.”

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SCHOOLS Rocky Mountain’s Slagowski demonstrating superhero speed

Rocky Mountain High School’s Michael Slagowski is the fastest high school 800-meter runner in the country.

here’s a lot one can easily do in under four minutes. Brush your teeth, eat a snack, take out the trash, return a phone call and even take a shower. But running a mile in less than four minutes … eh, not so much. However, that’s exactly what Rocky Mountain High School’s Michael Slagowski did April 29 at the 16th annual Nike Jesuit Twilight Relays in Portland, Oregon. The senior ran the mile in a blazing time of 3 minutes, 59.53 seconds to become just the ninth high school athlete ever to finish the event in less than four minutes.

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“It’s really cool to now be a part of the sub four minute club,” Slagowski said. “It was definitely a total shock to me when I found out my time. It’s great to be able to break four minutes and not have to worry about doing it later in the season.” His time is the second-fastest ever recorded in a competition featuring only high school athletes. Slagowski’s time trails only that of Jim Ryun, who ran a 3:58.3 in 1965 to become the first high school athlete ever to run a sub four minute mile. Overall, his time ranks seventh all-time among prep athletes. “It was great race,” said Rocky Mountain long distance running coach Bob Hays. “The crowd was fantastic with kids lining around the track cheering him on and that gave him a boost. It was a great sight to see. “For him to hit that mark, it gave me a sense that I was doing the right things with him. Michael and I have worked really hard to make him as fast as he can be. It was absolutely gratifying for me to see him do what I thought

he could do.” The feat is one of many that Slagowski has accomplished over the last few years as he has turned himself into one of the nation’s elite runners. “I never thought he would develop into this caliber of a runner,” said Rocky Mountain track and field coach Brad Abbott. “It’s always a pleasant surprise to see something like that happen. The rush I get when I see an elite athlete born is what keeps me coming back.” Slagowski’s rise to the top began in the eighth grade, when he joined the track and field team. “I wasn’t going to do track, but my P.E. coach was the track coach and he saw me run the mile in P.E. and he wanted me to run track,” Slagowski said. And he admits, during that first year, he wasn’t taking the sport all that serious. But that all changed once he got into high school. “My freshman year I ran better than I thought I would,” Slagows-

ki said. “I thought I might be able to have a future with it beyond high school.” However, that freshman year and even most of his sophomore year, he saw his fair share of struggles. “When he was a sophomore and doing indoor, he went to the New Balance Indoor meet in Nampa and ran the two-mile and the mile and they were both pretty subpar,” Hays said. “He showed promise, but not really anything superstar yet.” But Slagowski never gave up. “He was upset with himself after that New Balance Indoor meet, so him and I had a long talk about what it takes to be elite,” Hays said. “What you have to do. How you have to run by yourself. How to set up certain training sessions to have certain times that you have to hit. He soaked that all in. From that moment on, his times just started going up. It really did flip a switch.” Slagowski finished that season with a runner-up finish in the

mile race at the state meet. “That got me really excited for the next season,” Slagowski said. “I set some goals based off of that finish and it definitely helped me a lot going forward.” And as it turned out, that would be one of the last times Slagowski would finish behind anyone else. Last season, he finished second in just one race individually on his way to three individual state titles in the 800, 1,600 and 3,200-meter runs. And this season, he has yet to lose a race individually. “I’ve just started scratching the surface on how good he is,” Hays said. “He’s got so much talent, and he’s so humble. He’s such a great ambassador for our sport.” If his feat in the mile wasn’t already impressive enough, Slagowski also reached another milestone this season. On April 8 at the Pulse Invitational at Centennial High School, Slagowski posted the nation’s fastest time in the 800-meter run

with a time of 1:48.70. “I was trying to break 1:50 that race,” Slagowski said. “I felt really good after the race because that was a time I was shooting to be at by the end of the season and it definitely felt good to be there already.” His other notable achievements in the sport include a firstplace finish March 13 in New York City, New York, at the New Balance Indoor Nationals in the 800-meters and a first place outing his sophomore year in Portland, Oregon, at the Border Dual in the 1,500-meters. He also recorded an official 1,500-meter time of 3.42.40 during that record breaking 1,600-meter run at the Nike Jesuit Twilight Relays. To compare, the Olympic trials qualifying time is 3.38. Slagowski was also a prolific cross-country runner. This past season, he won the 5A boys individual title. His achievements in both cross-country and track and field drew the attention of several high profile schools like Penn State, where Slagowski is set to go to this fall. “Out of the schools I’ve visited, they definitely had the most training partners for me in the 800 and the mile,” Slagowski said. “They were more focused on the mid distances, whereas the other two schools I visited were more focused on the longer distances. “I really like their coach and they have really nice facilities,” he said. “I think I will be able to improve there.” But until that time, Slagowski is focused on finishing the season strong, both individually, where he will try to repeat in the 800, 1,600 and 3,200-meter runs, and as a team, with a state title. “It would be really cool to win a team state championship for track again,” Slagowski said. “We barely missed that last year because of a lot of injuries, so that would be really awesome.”

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Fifth-graders at Hunter Elementary plan out where they want to plant raspberries in the school’s new garden.

Hunter Elementary celebrates new garden CONTRIBUTORS n $2,000 grant, Fuel Up to Play 60 (FUTP60) and Idaho Dairy Council n $2,500 grant, Home Depot, as well as labor n $2,000 grant, Junior League of Boise, as well as labor. Garden ideas and visions came from attending Boise Urban Garden School (BUGS) class. n $200, Simplot donation n Franz Witte, Wagner Farms donated labor, installed sprinklers at reduced cost n Tough Shed, Home Depot provided shed, labor and paint at reduced cost n Welter family donated money and labor n Hunter PTA provided money to purchase shed n Hunter Student FUTP60 Student Ambassador team won a video contest through Idaho Dairy Council and Jackson’s, which was awarded $2,000

food can do for you, the health benefits of it,” she said. After the school gauges how much it can harvest from the garden, Janke said, it can explore the discussion of how to use excess produce to benefit families.

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unter Elementary partners jumped in, such students have been as Home Depot donating raising seedlings in fencing and labor, the PTA their classroom, ea- and Tough Shed providing gerly awaiting the the shed, Franz Witte Nursday they could transfer the ery and Wagner Farms reyoung plants to the school’s moving sod and installing new garden. spr i n k lers, and the On Sat- by Holly Beech YMCA offerurday, the M e r i d i a n hbeech@mymeridianpress.com ing to have © 2016 MERIDIAN PRESS its students school and tend the garcommunity partners held a ribbon-cut- den in the summer. “A lot of different people ting ceremony to celebrate the garden’s opening, and have really stepped up to this week students had help,” Janke said. All told, hundreds of square feet of she estimates $12,000 was fresh soil at their fingertips. invested into the garden, They plan to grow things not including donated lalike watermelons and bor. pumpkins and sunflowJanke is on a team of ers, P.E. and health teacher about 15 other school staff Gina Janke said. members who will use the “They’re very excited,” garden to teach the stushe said. “The whole theme dents about science, art of it is ‘Farm the Garden,’ so and math. The Simplot they can experience what grant will allow teachers it’s like to plant the seed to purchase garden-related and see what comes from curriculum. A mom at the the seed instead of just go- school has volunteered to ing to the supermarket and be the “master gardener.” picking it off the shelf.” The garden is about The garden started with 45-feet-by-60-feet in a a grant from Fuel Up To fenced area. Each grade Play 60, a collaboration be- level at the school will have tween the National Foot- its own garden bed that ball League, the National will stay with them from Dairy Council and the U.S. year to year so students can Department of Agriculture. harvest what they planted, Hunter Elementary later Janke said. received grants from the “Hopefully they’ll learn Junior League of Boise and how to be more aware of Simplot. Other community what planting your own

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From left: Mark Bays, Brandon Woolf, Jim Johnston, Matt Hoskin and Dave Stephenson plant a “Survivor Tree” at the Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village Arbor Day ceremony.

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Seattle Seahawks tight end Luke Willson rallies a team in a fitness relay race during a Fuel Up to Play 60 assembly at Hunter Elementary with the Idaho Dairy Council in Meridian on April 27.

Seahawk’s Luke Willson visits Hunter Elementary

unter Elementary students got a visit from Seattle Seahawks tight end Luke Willson April 27, along with team cheerleaders and Blitz, the official mascot. Willson helped host an assembly at the Meridian school with dairy farmers and staff from United Dairymen of Idaho and the Idaho Dairy Council. Hunter Elementary was awarded an NFL player visit as a result of its outstanding participation in the national Fuel Up to Play 60 program, an effort supported by Idaho dairy farm families to promote youth health and wellness. In the pro-

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Arbor Day at Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village with Mark Bays, Brandon Woolf, Jim Johnston, Matt Hoskin, and Dave Stephenson.

Touchmark plants Idaho’s first ‘Survivor Tree’ to mark Arbor Day

daho’s first “Survivor Tree” from the Oklahoma City bombing was planted at Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village in Meridian on April 29, Arbor Day. The tree is an American Elm sapling derived from the Oklahoma City “Survivor Tree,” which withstood the 1995 terrorist bomb in Oklahoma City that killed 168 people and injured hundreds of others. Other saplings derived from the tree are growing

in nurseries across Oklahoma. Mark Bays, the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture’s urban forestry coordinator, helped nurse the American Elm back to health after the bombing and is charged with the sapling program. He spoke at an Arbor Day ceremony at Touchmark, attended by community members and dignitaries such as Idaho State Controller Brandon Woolf

and urban interface/planning program manager Dave Stephenson. For Touchmark, the tree symbolizes resilience, growth, and the power of community. To learn more about the Survivor Tree, visit oklahomacitynationa l memor i a l .or g/pr e s sroom/press-kit/survivortree/. — Submission from Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village

YOU REPORT: Miss Treasure Valley seeks donations for military care packages Miss Treasure Valley Katarina Schweitzer is inviting the community to donate items for military care packages. Her platform for the Miss America Program is Operation Support Our Troops. A drop-off box is set up at Rosauers Supermarket at 2986 N. Eagle Road, Meridian. You can also bring to the American Legion Hall in Nampa, 1504 Second Street S., from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 28, when Schweitzer will have a packing event with the

help of second- through sixth-grade students. For a list of items that would be good to donate, visit military.com/deployment/ what-to-send-someone-who-is-deployed. html. Monetary donations toward mailing costs are also welcome. To learn more, contact Schweitzer at katarinaschweitzer@gmail.com or (619) 415-1045. — Submitted by Tricia Peterson Davis

Trump clears open path to GOP nomination WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump’s last Republican foe, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, ended his quixotic presidential c a mpa ig n Wed nesday, cementing Trump Tr u m p’s remarkable triumph as his party’s presumptive nominee and launching him toward a likely fall battle with Hillary Clinton. Some reluctant Republicans began to rally around Trump, but others agonized over their party’s future. The long and chaotic Republican primary came to an abrupt end after Trump’s

decisive victory Tuesday in Indiana. His win pushed Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, his closest rival, out of the race, with Kasich following on Wed nesday. A handCruz ful of Republicans are clinging to the hope that an alternative option might yet emerge. Operatives have floated former Texas Gov. Rick Perry, Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse and former Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn as possible candidates for a third-party or independent bid. But that is a long shot at best, with filing deadlines for getting on state ballots

fast approaching. There was notable silence from major Republican leaders Wed nesday. House Speaker Paul Ryan Kasich and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell did not comment on Trump. A spokesman for George W. Bush said the former president “does not plan to participate in or comment on the presidential campaign” — a remarkable lack of public support for Trump from the last Republican to occupy the White House.

gram, students can win prizes for choosing good-for-you foods and getting active at least 60 minutes every day. In its most recent round of Fuel Up to Play 60 funding, the Idaho Dairy Council awarded grants to 34 Idaho schools totaling $95,822. Hundreds of schools nationwide applied for funding to help them jump-start and sustain healthy nutrition and physical activity improvements. Idaho’s dairy farm families have contributed more than $730,000 to schools throughout the Gem State since the initiative launched in 2010. — Meridian Press staff

YOU REPORT: Locals protest outside Meridian Planned Parenthood Coinciding with a nationwide Planned Parenthood protest, a protest took place outside the Meridian Planned Parenthood on April 23. Melissa Hemphill organized the local protest. About 50 protesters, despite the cold weather, lined Franklin Road in peaceful protest of

Planned Parenthood. The nationwide protest was organized by #ProtestPP, which is a coalition of state and national antiabortion groups. The organization plans to continue to hold this protest each year on the fourth Saturday of April. — Submitted by Misty Maloney

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A group holds a peaceful protest outside of the Meridian Planned Parenthood clinic on Franklin Road on April 23.

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LOCAL NEWS ISU-Meridian graduation to celebrate 241 students, including 61 high schoolers is recipient of a 2016 ISU Alumni Association Outstanding Student Achievement Award representing the College of Pharmacy. She will receive a doctorate. Graduates can share their memories on social media at #isugrads. The ISU-Meridian Health Science Center offers more than 25 graduate, undergraduate and online programs. Most are in the health sciences.

STUDENT BIOGRAPHIES Tiffany Calás, Pharmacy Four years ago, Calás enrolled in ISUMeridian’s pha r mac y prog ra m, pursing her dream to become a pharmacist. The Calas Boise native holds a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance from Brigham Young University and served as assistant director of the Manhattan School of Music’s preparatory division in New York City. She spent 10 years performing with Opera Idaho and teaching private voice lessons. Active in community outreach, Calás has taught Treasure Valley youngsters

and teenagers about the dangers of prescription drug abuse and provided diabetes education at community health fairs. She was the local winner and a national finalist in the 2016 American Pharmacists Association’s patient counseling competition which requires student pharmacists to educate patients about medication use. After graduation, Calás will work as a pharmacist for drug retailer Albertsons.

ings for underserved citizens. In February, she was part of an ISU team that traveled to the Dominican Republic to provide acute medical care to people in need. Cremeans, who holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from University of Michigan, has conducted pharmacology research at Michigan and Wake Forest University in North Carolina.

Colette Cremeans, Physician Assistant Studies

Gess, a licensed professiona l and mental health counselor, moved to Idaho to pursue her do c t or a t e in counselor educaGess tion at ISUMeridian. A gifted scholar and researcher specializing in counseling issues within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, bisexual and queer community (LGBTQ+), Gess has published peer-reviewed articles and presented her research at state, regional and national conferences. She is president of the Idaho Counseling Association and is founding president of the Idaho Association of LGBT Issues in

In 2013, Creameans was flying from Mich iga n to Meridian to interview for a seat in the Master of Physician Assistant Studies prog ra m. Cremeans A blinding snow storm cancelled her connecting flight, forcing her to conduct the interview by phone from the Phoenix airport. So impressive were her academic credentials and her ability to roll with the punches that Cremeans was admitted to the twoyear program. Cremeans has participated in numerous service projects, including free community health screen-

Jennifer Gess, Counseling

Counseling. At her private practice in Boise, Gess specializes in child and family therapy, group counseling and issues relating to LGBT children, youth and adults. Gess grew up in Woodinville, Washington. She holds a bachelor’s degree in community psychology from University of Washington and a master’s degree in counseling from Seattle University.

Language Hearing Association and advocated for improved services for people with communication disorders. After graduation, Gebhart will serve an eightweek externship with Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services. She’s interested in working with adults who have acquired speech, language, and swallowing disorders.

Elisabeth Gebhart, Speech Language Pathology

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Gebhart has been active in community out reach efforts, including helping organize free hearing screenings at ISU-MeGebhart ridian and conducting speech and language evaluations for school districts. Fluent in Spanish, she has been invaluable to clients seeking bilingual services. Gebhart, who grew up in Fairbanks, Alaska, earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics at Mount Marty College in South Dakota and a master’s degree in Spanish literature at University of Kansas. At ISU-Meridian, she has been involved with the National Student Speech

Wilkin earned a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from ISU and worked as a medical technologist and molecular epidemiologist in the Tre a s u re Valley before enrolling in the Doctor of Pha r mac y program. Wilkin helped orWilkin ganize the ISU-Meridian/Ada County Community Health Screenings and provided poison prevention and drug abuse education at local schools. After graduation, she will complete a yearlong residency at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise. — Submitted by ISU-Meridian

MYAC to host Ball at the Hall

he Meridian Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) is hosting its annual Ball at the Hall on May 20. The event is a “prom for all ages,” giving adults another chance to dress up and enjoy a night out. The ball, hosted at Meridian City Hall, will run from 7 to 11 p.m. Featured attractions include dancing and entertainment, a silent auction, a photo booth with props, a chocolate fountain, and the crowing of Prom King and Queen. A childcare room with activities will be available. Tickets are $15 per person. The proceeds will benefit MYAC’s executive council, a group of students who are leaders on the council. If you have questions or would like to donate items for the silent auction, called MYAC advisor Ken Corder at 489-0535. — Meridian Press staff

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54-year-old man died in a confrontation with two Ada County Sheriff’s deputies on April 28, according to the sheriff’s office blog. The blog states that the man, later identified as Lee Easter, approached the deputies holding a hand gun. The deputies both fired at Easter, who was pronounced dead following the incident at his home in the 10000 block of W. Spring River Street in Boise, which is in the area of Lake Hazel Middle School. Neither of the deputies was hurt. The Ada County

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the stairs while pointing a handgun at deputies. At that point, both deputies fired their service weapons, hitting Easter. The deputies then moved him outside. Paramedics arrived moments later but Easter was not able to be revived. Deputies then made sure no one else was inside the home. The deputies involved in this incident, Neil Daigle and Keith James, have been with the Ada County Sheriff’s Office since 2010 and

2015. Daigle started out a Jail deputy and moved to patrol in 2013. This is the first critical incident for either Daigle or James. The Critical Incident Task Force does an independent investigation of all uses of lethal force by law enforcement in Ada County. Boise Police is the lead investigative agency for this incident. Investigators are still determining how many shots were fired and if Easter fired his gun. — Meridian Press staff

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2 CREAM MEDIA SET BOOKCASES 62”X20” $99.00

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TOY STORY TODDLER BED Includes mattress $50 (208)454-9905

PANASONIC CORDLESS PHONES 4-Piece Set/1 Base, 3-Remotes. $50 OBO (208)899-3831

QUALITY FABRIC New, $3/yd CASH ONLY (208)459-3888

USED VACUUMS KIRBY/RAINBOW/DYSON/ SHAMPOOERS/OTHERS/ BELTS/BAGS/ROLLERS, Sales & Service, New & Used, melssalesandservice.com (208)466-6433

AKA LAB PUPPIES Mother & Father on-site. They go quick! Call Dave at (208)467-1859

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LEAD SHOT #4 THROUGH 00BUCK Some Steel Shot $1/lb (208)440-2878

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Will buy all reloading components. Tools, powder, primers, ammunition. Call 440-2878.

SPORTERIZED MOSIN NAGANT 4”x12” Bushnell Scope Glass Bedded $450 (208)466-2116

Seeking talented journalist The Idaho Press-Tribune is looking for a talented journalist who can dig for answers and report them first. The Press-Tribune, a daily newspaper in Nampa, Idaho, is seeking a full-time news reporter who is curious, creative and tenacious about tracking down stories and is excited about reporting exclusive, local stories before anyone else, whether that's in print, on our website or on social media.

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The ideal candidate for this job will be able to connect with local residents, business owners and public officials, write clean and concise copy and have the ability to tell a good story.

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In addition to watchdog journalism, this reporter will write news feature stories, breaking news stories and other stories of general interest.

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The Idaho Press-Tribune won the 2013 General Excellence Award for daily newspapers from the Idaho Press Club and earned 18 awards in this year's contest.

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Vacuum Cleaner Glen Duncan 467-1583

HANDMADE GOLD RING With Many Diamonds 13/4 carot MUST See to Appreciate Call for further information (208)459-0939

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FREE-STANDING BASKETBALL HOOP Great Shape $75 (208)880-7967

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MURRAY LAWNMOWER Front-drive, Used. $75.00 (208)989-1258

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The Press-Tribune is the second-oldest continuously operating newspaper in Idaho it celebrated its 130th anniversary in 2013. We also publish the weekly Meridian Press and the weekly Emmett MessengerIndex. The Idaho Press-Tribune is owned by Seattlebased Pioneer News Group, a family-owned multimedia company formed in 1974 by James G. Scripps that owns and operates 23 print and online daily and weekly newspapers in Washington, Montana, Idaho, Utah and Oregon. Salary range for this position is $27,000 to $29,000. Send your resume, cover letter and three references to: Scott McIntosh, Editor jobs@idahopress.com C M Y K

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For Lease: CALDWELL 6121 Cleveland Blvd: #109 For pricing or to make an appointment call: (208) 454-1639 or (208) 989-8721

SMALL PARROT/COCKATIEL CAGE Like new condition. Top-ofcage play area and built-in stand with castors on the bottom. Overall cage dimensions: 18”x18”x57” Dimensions do not include metal seed guards which are optional to add on. Trays pull out for easy cleaning. Includes custom-made quilted cage cover for those quiet times. $175.00 (208)871-4520

MOBILE HOME

Well kept, 1,344sf, in quiet 55+ court (Gem Mobile Manor) Double wide 2 bedroom, 2 bath, large covered deck with two carports, laminate flooring includes range, refrigerator, dishwasher, disposal, washer and dryer. Has storage shed. NO PETS ALLOWED $240 lot rent Asking $19,900 Call Stephen (208)258-9784 or (208)697-3524

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CALDWELL 2 lush bedroom duplex. Very nice! Good Location. $750 plus Security Deposit. Water/Sewer/Trash Paid (208)454-1759

HAPPY VALLEY PARK Double/singlewide lots available. 8 months free with approved house. Quick freeway access.

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SELLING GOOD QUALITY HAY 1/2 ton bales; $150 per ton We deliver. (208)482-7422.

CAD DESIGNER FOR S.E. Candidate must have a minimum of 2-5 yr. exp. using AutoCAD 2014 or newer & possess the following skills:*Exp. in structural drafting, industrial app. or other related fields*Familiarity with bldg. machine designs & diagrams*Deadline & detailoriented with the ability to work at a fast pace as deadlines require *Resourceful*Self-motivated problem solver who can work alone or as part of a team. We specialize in industrial app. tanks/pressure vessels, & civil design with a wide range of structural projects. Leavitt & Associates has been in business 22 yrs. & are licensed in all 50 states. Exc.benefit package. jrc@leavittengineers.com. Fax 2084639040

FOR SALE Class B Motorhome 1998 Dodge 3500 Roadtrek Versitile 190 Very good condition, sleeps 4. Fully self-contained. Must see to appreciate. Purchased for 20K, asking 17K. (208)459-3107 or (208)697-1709

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PUBLIC NOTICE Musick Auction is offering surplus from the State of ID, City of Meridian & City of Nampa. Online Auction ends May 3rd www.musickauction.com

2009 Buick Lucerne CXS V8, Automatic, Leather NEW All Season Radials LOADED ! Priced to Sell Under Book Excellent Condition Avg. Miles, 18/26 MPG Reduced to $7,150 (208)409-3702

2013 FORD FOCUS Titanium Hatch Back 2.0, Auto, Leather, Navigation, LOADED ! 12,400mi. Cash Price $11,450 (208)409-3702

2010 EAGLE CAP CAMPER Like new, excellent condition, very roomy. One slide. Queen bed. Refrigerator, double sink, stove, oven, microwave. Furnace, air conditioner, wet bath. (208)454-9901 Christi or Steve

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X-Cab, 4x4, 4.3 Auto, Tilt/Cruise, Pwr Windows/Locks Bed Liner, Tow Package 106k Miles $4,650 (208)409-3702

POLICE OFFICERS

The Caldwell Police Department is testing to establish a roster for police officers and reserve officers. Caldwell has 64 officers serving a population of 51,000. Officers work 12-hour shifts with 4 days on/4days off. Starting salary $37,100, excellent benefits, longevity and certificate pay. Application and testing instructions at

1988 BAY LINER OPEN BOW

LOW MILES ! 26,840mi. 2010 Ford Focus SE 2.0 4 Cylinder, Auto, Power Windows/Locks, Cruise, Tilt Power Sunroof, New Tires & Battery, LOADED!

Force marine, 50hp, with radio and fish finder 1989 boat trailer

FUN BOAT! Runs great $2,100

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LOOKING to buy 1977, 1978, or 1979 Ford F250. (208)794-5423

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Very Nice Condition, Runs Excellent 30-36 plus MPG Wholesale Price $7,995

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2006 BUICK LUCERNE Well kept, owned 10 years with ALL maintenance records. $4,000 (208)890-2135

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Independent contractors needed to deliver newspapers in the Nampa, Payette, Wieser, Marsing, Boise, Eagle city areas. Early morning delivery. Valid drivers license and insurance required. If interested call Jennifer at 465-8160 or Christopher at 465-8138 LEE PESKY LEARNING Center is currently accepting applications for education specialists. An Ed Specialist works with students with learning disabilities. Applicant must have experience in direct instruction with LD. Go to lplearningcenter.org/employ ment-opportunities

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