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Sammamish gets closer to vote on Klahanie annexation plan By Neil Pierson npierson@sammamishreview.com If everything goes according to plan, the city of Sammamish could set a date for a special election on the Klahanie-area annexation by the end of the year. Plans to add the roughly 2-square-mile area onto Sammamish’s southeast corner have progressed since February, when

Klahanie-area residents voted not to join the city of Issaquah. In April, the two cities announced a deal to transfer the unincorporated area, which includes about 11,000 residents, to Sammamish’s potential annexation area. Sammamish officials provided an update on annexation efforts at the Oct. 7 Sammamish City Council meeting. Sammamish City Manager Ben Yazici said

the annexation has become one of the city’s top priorities, and another hurdle was cleared last week when Issaquah removed the Klahanie area from its potential annexation area. There is still feedback to gather and steps to take before the annexation proposal could be placed on a special-election ballot in 2015. Sammamish has scheduled a third open house Oct. 15 at Sammamish City Hall,

where the public can learn about the plan, and a second public hearing is on the docket at the council’s Nov. 18 meeting. No one spoke at last week’s public hearing. If the council approves the annexation, Yazici said, Sammamish could then begin working in early December with the King County Boundary Review Board, a regulatory group that deals with municipal boundary

changes. Setting up a special election with the county would need to be done at least 13 weeks in advance, Yazici said. He added that he was told the county would provide fewer special-election dates in 2015, something the council should be aware of. Jeffrey Thomas, Sammamish’s See KLAHANIE, Page 10

Mayor’s budget proposes increase in B&O taxes By Christina Corrales-Toy newcastle@isspress.com Issaquah businesses could be paying more taxes in 2015 as Issaquah Mayor Fred Butler unveiled his proposed budget, calling for an increase to the city’s business and occupation tax rate, at the Oct. 6 Issaquah City Council meeting. The proposal would increase B&O taxes for manufacturing, wholesale and retail companies from 0.0008 to 0.0015 effective April 1, 2015, and 0.002 effective Jan. 1, 2017. B&O taxes for printing/publishing, retail services and services/ other would go from 0.001 to 0.0012 effective April 1, 2015. Under the proposal, more than 30 percent of those who do business in Issaquah (with gross incomes of $100,000 or less) would be exempt, which creates

tangible efficiencies, Butler told the council. The current exemption is set at $20,000. “Meanwhile, larger companies would pay a higher rate for the first time since the tax was created in 2004,” he said. The proposed increase will account for the volatility of one of the city’s major revenue sources — sales and use taxes — which is heavily dependent on consumer spending, Butler said. Butler’s budget also calls for a state-allowed 1 percent increase in property taxes. Based on current assessed values, it would mean an additional $4.19 a year for a homeowner of a $420,000 house. “This won’t generate significant revenues for the city in the short term,” Butler told the council. “Next year, it would add up See BUDGET, Page 11

Car crash closes I-90 for four hours

At 2:11 p.m. Oct. 9, midday commuter traffic was snarled in both directions of Interstate 90 near Preston after a multicar accident. Joshua M. Harris, 28, of North Bend, was traveling eastbound in a 2007 Jeep Compass and crossed the center grass median, causing a four-car chain reaction accident, according to the Washington State Patrol. That caused Brett A. Smith, 20, of Snoqualmie, to lose control of his 2009 Ford Ranger and roll over. He was transported to Overlake Medical Center for his injuries. Harris then continued into the

westbound lanes, striking a 2003 Toyota Camry head on, causing it to strike a fourth vehicle, a 2001 GMC Yukon. The Toyota Camry, driven by Mary E. Ferner, 19, of Snoqualmie, was engulfed in flames, according to the Washington State Patrol. Ferner was taken to Overlake for her injuries. Harris was transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for his injuries. The Yukon driver, Matthew F. Davis, age unavailable, of Bellevue, was uninjured. All westbound lanes of Interstate 90 reopened at 6:30 p.m. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.

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Marnie Maraldo, Issaquah School District School Board president, cuts the ceremonial ribbon as other board members, Superintendent Ron Thiele, Principal Josh Almy and others applaud and smile, as the completion of the final phase of the school remodel is celebrated Oct. 10 during a community open house.

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By Christina Corrales-Toy newcastle@isspress.com The new Liberty High School building is sleek, modern and almost industrial in its appearance. Past Liberty students would hardly recognize it as the same school, but some internal touches, most importantly a can’tmiss banner inscribed with the words “Proud to be a Patriot,” bring familiarity and warmth to the newly remodeled campus. The Issaquah Chamber of Commerce and Issaquah School District partnered to unveil the new Liberty at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 10. “It’s an honor to be a part of this community. It’s an honor to send my children here,” said Wright Noel, a Liberty parent, coach and a member of both the Issaquah chamber and Volunteers for Issaquah Schools, a group that championed the bond package paying for the

upgrades. The project included the replacement of the old 500wing of classrooms, upgrades to existing science labs and modernization of classrooms in the career and technology building. One of the more remarkable changes is the addition of the Performing Arts Center featuring the Landback Auditorium, a theater that seats about 700 and provides ample room for the award-winning Patriot Players to hone their craft. The library is a marvel, too, with large windows filtering in loads of natural light, comfortable chairs, clean desks and high ceilings making the room feel bigger than it already is. The project also added more science labs, a culinary arts kitchen, an expanded commons area, a new auxiliary gym and an impressive weight room with See LIBERTY, Page 5

Talus tree tussle won’t change city approach By Peter Clark

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Two of the vehicles involved in a four-car accident Oct. 9 sit on the side of Interstate 90. The crash caused the freeway to be closed for four hours.

Not all 16 trees were saved in the Talus Residential Board’s decision, but even though the matter caused quite a stir among residents, city officials will not change their approach to tree removal. “We conducted our typical review for this type of work, and the city did not need to issue permits or approve a new landscaping plan,” City Communications Manager Autumn Monahan said. “Instead, we encouraged Talus homeowners to address their concerns within their homeowners’ association

framework, rather than through a governmental enforcement action. “The HOA is a democratically elected body, with an appeals process for aggrieved property owners.” A month after a contentious Talus Residential Association public hearing, the board decided Sept. 29 to cut down 10 of the originally petitioned 16 trees. Six homeowners said the trees blocked their views of the landscape and lowered property values. Janet Irons, the attorney who filed the subsequent appeal from residents that led to the residen-

tial association board’s re-evaluation, said her clients were still determining how to proceed. The board rejected the appeal, but promised to address privacy and safety concerns by lowering the number of trees removed and issuing a revised replanting plan for the area in question. Monahan said city officials would evaluate any further tree removal and any complications that might arise. “We will continue to monitor this work, and any future proposals, to ensure consistency with the Talus development agreement,” she said.

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Tourism recommendations suggest new organization, city branding By Peter Clark Defining city branding and forming a destination marketing organization top the list of Issaquah tourism recommendations. City Economic Development Department Manager Andrea Snyder and Issaquah Chamber of Commerce CEO Matt Bott presented Roger Brooks International’s final draft on tourism recommendations during the Committee of the Whole meeting Sept. 23. After eight months and $20,000 of city funds, the hired tourism consultant provided a layout of how Issaquah could entice visitors to come and spend money. In order to know where to start, Snyder said they started with basic questions. “Does a tourism organization even make sense for a city like ours?” she asked. “If so, what does this organization look like?” The city entered into a partnership with the chamber to hire the consultant who led two community meetings to gauge public opinion and field ideas for how to improve the city’s visitor offerings. Bott said the recommen-

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dation called for a few first steps. “The first recommendation is about developing a brand from the community,” he said, “a brand that’s built organically from the community and strategically developed from our position.” One thing Roger Brooks stressed repeatedly in the community meetings is how a city cannot appeal to visitors with generic marketing. He encouraged the city to find specific messaging. “We can’t be everything to all people,” Bott said. “Every town claims to be a great place to live, work and play. That was really an eye opener to us about how important this brand development is.” He said the next steps would be creating a leadership entity in the next two years. “This really needs to be guided by a destination marketing organization,” Bott said. “That’s really the new term for a convention and visitors bureau. There are a number of regional tourism experts who live in Issaquah that I think would be very interested in serving on this board.”

He said it should be led privately and helmed by a contracted tourism director. Beyond the leadership aspect of Issaquah tourism, the final recommendations brought a number of specific suggestions from highlighting family amenities to building way-finding signage. Snyder said the cost of the ideas didn’t have to come completely out of public pockets. “We discussed funding a lot throughout this project, but the good news is that there are different types of grants, even for way-finding,” Snyder said. “It doesn’t all have to be reliant on lodging taxes either. There are other sources of funding.” The presentation was meant to introduce the council to the information, and no official action was expected. “You’re talking about it as a way to bring dollars into the city, but I also see it as a way to keep dollars in the city,” Issaquah City Councilwoman Nina Milligan said. “Civic pride and a lot of things really hang on this, and I really hope these things work out in the way we hope they will.”

open seven days a week for camping and day-use activities. Locally, the Lake Sammamish Sunset Beach parking area will be closed to vehicles through April. The complete winter schedule is available online

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Several schools start fresh with new principals By Neil Pierson npierson@ sammamishreview.com The Issaquah School District hired new principals at eight schools for the 2014-15 year, including five newcomers to the district. Three of the new hires have prior experience in Issaquah, including Donna Hood, who took over as Skyline High School’s principal after serving as an assistant principal at Liberty High School. Hood said the support she has received from other district leaders has helped her prepare to be a first-time principal. “Those are incredible assets to anyone wanting to be a principal, so when the opportunity arose to be a principal here in the ISD, I seized it,” Hood said via email. She’s replacing Lisa Hechtman, now the district’s executive director of personnel. Hood’s educational career has taken her around the globe. She has bachelor’s degrees in German and English from Long Island University in New York, and a master’s degree in teaching from the University of Washington. She earned a Fulbright award that allowed her to study for a year in Salzburg, Austria. After returning to the U.S., she became a National Board Certified teacher in 2005 at Sammamish High School in Bellevue. Hood said Skyline is “a healthy, high-functioning school” that is starting the 2014-15 year in a strong position, so her top priority in her first year is simple — get to know the staff and students. She has passed on many les-

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Richard Mellish

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Amanda Dorey Sunset Elementary

Michelle Nishioka Shannon Palermiti Discovery Elementary

sons throughout her teaching and administrative career, and in turn, students have taught her as well. “Kids want me to be me,” she said. “If I make a mistake, or if they do as we work together, they want adults to be adults and take ownership for that … “When we are in the work with their best interest in mind, they know it and respect it. Likewise, they feel so good when we help them to take risks as learners, learn how to make a mistake, get up and move forward.” A familiar face returned to guide Issaquah Middle School: Seth Adams, assistant principal at IMS from 2008-12. For the past two years, Adams was an associate principal at Kirkland Middle School in the Lake Washington School District. He has extensive teaching experience in Issaquah, working for eight years at Maywood

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Donna Hood

Skyline High School

Denise Waters

Issaquah Valley Elementary

Middle School in language arts and social studies. He also coached several sports, and was a districtwide technology instructor. Adams replaced Corrine DeRosa, the district’s new director of school improvement. In an email to IMS families, Adams said he’s excited to return “home” and work with a dedicated group of teachers. He’s also encouraging parents to be as active as possible by attending PTSA meetings and other school events. The school plans to focus this year on creating a safe, inclusive culture of learning, refining the new Common Core State Standards, implementing a new social studies curriculum, and honing teachers’ collaborative skills and best instructional practices. “We will be pushing our students to acquire the skills and

knowledge that will truly allow them to be lifelong learners so that their opportunities in the future are limitless,” Adams said. Denise Waters is one of the newcomers to Issaquah schools — she took over at the newly refurbished Issaquah Valley Elementary School after Diane Holt left to become a central administrator in Federal Way. Waters most recently was a fourth-grade teacher and leadership team member at Rockwell Elementary School in the Lake Washington district. She completed her administrative internship in Entiat, a small district in eastern Washington, and is a National Board Certified teacher. She has extensive practice with professional development, working as an adjunct professor for Heritage University’s teacher training program, and as a Leadership Assistance for Science Reform instructor for the North Central Educational Service District. Waters introduced herself to families via email, and said the school is adding an Early Childhood Education program to support additional students. “I feel that my responsibility as the principal is to ensure your child receives a quality education with a safe and respectful environment,” Waters said. “As I have been meeting the staff, I know they share that same focus.” The other new principals are: 4Cougar Ridge Elementary: Shannon Palermiti, who served as a teacher and librarian for the past six years at Carson Elementary School in the Lake Washington district. 4Creekside Elementary:

Tera Coyle, who has worked with the Issaquah district since 2004. She was a fifth-grade teacher at Challenger Elementary, then became principal at Discovery Elementary in 2008. Coyle replaces Robin Earl, who spent more than 20 years with Issaquah schools, and was Creekside’s first principal when it opened in 2010. 4Discovery Elementary: Michelle Nishioka, who previously served as an assistant principal at Beacon Hill International School in Seattle. She completed her administrative internship in the Bellevue School District, and also has teaching experience in California. She has prior experience in gifted and talented classrooms, Title I low-income schools, a performing arts magnet school and dual-language immersion. 4Newcastle Elementary: Richard Mellish, principal at West Mercer Elementary School in the Mercer Island district since 2008. He also worked as an elementary principal in Seattle, and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Washington. He taught history and math at Ballard High School in Seattle, and has an administrative focus in curriculum, instruction and English as a second language. Mellish replaces Marla Newton, who became a principal in the Federal Way district. 4Sunset Elementary: Amanda Dorey, who spent 10 years with the Lake Washington district. She taught kindergarten and third grade, and was an associate principal at two elementary schools — Rockwell and Twain. She replaces Wayne Hamasaki, who retired after 11 years as Sunset’s principal.

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ctober is about more than ghosts, goblins, pumpkins and Halloween. It’s time to change the batteries in our home smoke detectors, fire alarms and carbon monoxide alert sensors. While smoke detectors can be obnoxious if you’re accidently charring the bacon, these small devices can save lives. Yeah, we know batteries last a long time these days. But if you skip changing your alarm batteries this year, will you remember to do it next year? Is it worth the gamble? Fire departments in the United States responded to an annual average of 366,600 home structural fires annually from 2007-2011. Or think of it this way — one home in 320 had a fire each year. More sobering: Seven people die each day in the U.S. in home fires, and more than 13,000 people suffer burns or injuries from home fires each year. Surprisingly, fires starting in the kitchen account for only 16 percent of all home fires. The most dangerous place turns out to be the bedroom. One-fourth of home fire deaths result from fires that start there, from candles left burning, electrical appliances that go haywire or the biggest no-no — smoking in bed. Sixty percent of those deaths were in homes without working smoke alarms. A lot of those homes had smoke alarms, but someone forgot to change the batteries or the batteries had been inserted incorrectly. Older adults — the seniors in our community — are the age group most likely to die in a home fire. Have an elderly neighbor or relative? After you change the batteries in your detectors, call the seniors in your life and offer to change their batteries, too. Most smoke detectors are installed on ceilings. The older people get, the harder and more dangerous it is for them to climb a step stool or ladder. And while you’ve got your smoke detector down, make sure it still works. Smoke detectors have a relatively short lifespan and those you installed a decade ago should be upgraded. In this country, the annual cost of damage to homes by fire is $7.2 billion. A new battery costs less than $2. That’s a bargain you can’t pass up for your family.

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alloween — it’s got to be one of the most interesting times of the year. We’re still two weeks out from Oct. 31, but I thought it would be a perfect time to broach the subject as events are already coming up on the calendar, like Nightmare at Beaver Lake, which starts Friday, and Saturday is the annual Halloween in the Highlands festival and Zombie Walk in downtown Issaquah. The best thing about the holiday is being able to find the appropriate level of scares for you and your family. The tamest way to celebrate is a costume party. My wife’s pug owners’ Meetup group gets together with pugs dressed in the cutest getups an owner can imagine. Last year, she dressed our pugs as a princess and an airplane, with pilot. She’s also planning a little get-together for us humans and I have no idea what to wear. My finger on the pulse of popular culture has gotten numb, so I’m up for suggestions. For family outings, take Nightmare at Beaver Lake. It features a milelong trek through some spooky woods that lead to a haunted house. The best part — the production company tailors it for family scares from 7-7:45 p.m. and (bring the Depends) full scare from 8 p.m. to closing. Tailored terror. Perfect. Then, there are thinkingoutside-the-box scares that my wife and her friends are trying to drag me along to, like The Haunted Woods and Monster Safari, which promises to be a “mega-intense survival shoot-

ing experience against an army of zombies.” Who doesn’t enjoy intense? Well, there’s intense, and then there’s the insanity David awaiting the Hayes fool-hardy willPress reporter ing to experience some of the craziest scares in the U.S. For those willing to travel this holiday, in New York and Los Angeles, there’s Blackout. This 18-and-older-only attraction is so terrifying, you’re required to sign a waiver before you go through alone. In fact, this X-rated horror house is so off-the-charts scary that they actually give you a safe word if it becomes too intense for you to handle. If a quick, terrifying run through a haunted house isn’t enough, how about a two- to four-hour, VIP experience that will leave you severely traumatized? Head down to McKamey Manor in San Diego. This is serious, hands-on terrorizing that you get to relive again and again through a keepsake video at the end. A website shows grown men, bathed in pigs’ blood, screaming for their lives. And those are the guest participants. That’s a level of intensity for only the most jaded. That’s what I enjoy most about Halloween. Somewhere, someone is putting on just the amount of scares that are perfect for you and yours. As always, stay safe.

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months, speaking up against the proposed closure of Tiger Mountain Community High School. The proposed TMCHS closure process has been extremely frustrating for voters. No dialog is allowed with administrators or board members. What I wanted to ask is, “What is this new school you are planning that the voters don’t know about (other than what they’ve read in the paper or can find online) and did not vote for?” I don’t recall a levy or bond measure requesting funding for a fifth Issaquah high school. This past Wednesday’s school board meeting was an eye opener as we finally got to hear the school board discuss their thoughts about the proposed TMCHS closure with the superintendent. It appears the proposed closure is tied in with the plans for the new school, as they are discussed as if they’re one issue. Petty was even asked questions during the dialog about the proGreg Larson posed closure of Tiger. Issaquah After the meeting, it hit me that the $3.9 million voters apSchool closure The most important element proved for moving and improving for a democracy to function is TMCHS must be what adminiseducation, especially in the fields trators are planning to use for of economics, government and the new school — and that’s why history. the rush to close Tiger. If that’s The United States is falling Did you know school district so, it is just plain wrong. behind in education. There is no administrators are planning Come to the Oct. 22 board correlation between dollars spent a fifth Issaquah high school? meeting at 7 p.m. at the ISD on public education, and the They’ve been working with a Administration building. This decline in the educational system. Big Picture school consultant, is when the school board will There is a correlation between Jeff Petty, to design a new high vote on the proposed closure of this decline and the increase school. TMCHS. Support transparency influence of the teachers union Not sure what it will solve? and dialog about our schools and and of lowering the expectations Concerned you didn’t get to vote use of your tax dollars. of students. on it? So are the many concerned Candice Hoffman Ms. Laucuis’ (To the Editor, voters who’ve been sitting in on Issaquah 10-8) concerns of filling the fund- board meetings these past six ing gap, by use of the Issaquah Schools Foundation, for the benefit of the students, is one way to address the problems if one does I encourage you to vote for not want to look at the real probMarcus Naylor to become a Dislems in public education. Throw trict Court judge. money at the problem. I have known Marcus for 15 My first direct experience at years and can attest to his integ- this approach was when my son rity, wisdom and leadership. He was in the second grade at Meris endorsed by the King County cer Island. We had an open board Democrats and Republicans — a meeting for ideas on how to keep rare feat — plus prosecutors, the best teachers, who were court staff and many judges, furloughed because of union including the Chief Justice of the seniority rules. Everything was State Supreme Court. Marcus is on the table, except union rules. also rated “Exceptionally Well The parents decided to form Qualified” by the King County Bar the schools foundation as easier Association. than taking on the union. Throw Visit marcusnaylor.com for money at the problem. more information, and don’t School choice for the poor overlook this “down-ballot” elec- and disadvantaged is a far bettion decision! ter idea, but this idea has been fought by the teachers unions Joshua Schaer from day one. They prefer the Issaquah City Council, Pos. 4 monopoly they currently enjoy. Education will only get better Education with ideas, not money.

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going. Some were of the opinion that a mistake was made when the ad was put in the paper, and you’re supposed to get a cookie recipe or something for your buck. Others were of the school that this was placed by some joker as a gag. “When I was packing mules,” Steve said, “the pack boss swore he was going to put a wooden box with a slot in it at the trailhead and write ‘Scenic Route. One dollar’ and see if anyone was dumb enough to pay extra for scenery.” “Aren’t all those trails scenic?” “Of course. He never did it, though.” “And this ad,” said Doc, shaking his head. “How many people would be dumb enough to just mail a dollar to Box 87 for no reason?” Dud looked up and smiled. “Six so far, Doc. Six so far.” Brought to you by “Saddle Up: A Cowboy Guide to Writing,” at lpdpress.com.

the average donation of $342 a year, they would generate an additional $3.4 million for our students and schools. Imagine the possibilities! To those families who know of and support the foundation, thank you! Please continue to help by sharing your knowledge and passion for education with your friends and neighbors. If you have not yet donated this year, please do so today at www. isfdn.org or when our wonderful and energetic high school volunteers call you during our All in for Kids calling nights Oct. 21 and 28. Please answer your phone, listen to their request and contribute. Whether you can give $5/ month (a latte?) or the average family donation of $342 a year, your gift will help our students discover, develop and achieve the promise of their academic potential. Great education comes from great schools, and great schools are part of great communities. We are proud to be part of both.

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a view overlooking the Liberty stadium. There are also little touches around the building that simply make visitors go, “Wow,” such as water stations that

specifically allow students to fill their water bottles with just the touch of a button. “It really is an amazing facility,” Liberty Principal Josh Almy said. Liberty’s new school was made possible by a $212 million bond package that voters approved in 2012. Those funds sup-

The fourth annual King County Executive’s Small Business Awards returns Oct. 15. The awards recognize the achievements and accomplishments of small businesses. The event is held at the Meydenbauer Center, 11100 N.E. Sixth St., Bellevue. A continental breakfast and networking is from 7:15 to 7:50 a.m.; the awards ceremony is from 7:50-9 a.m. Snoqualmie Springs School in Issaquah is a finalist. The event, emceed by KIRO TV’s Essex Porter, will celebrate the success of small business with finalist displays, the Seahawks Blue Thunder Drumline and recognition of this year’s winners. Register at http://bit. ly/1usROYN. C R A G

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ported the completions of phases two and three of the Liberty High School addition and remodel, the addition and remodel of Apollo and Issaquah Valley elementary schools, the rebuild of Sunny Hills and Clark elementary schools, and the construction of a new Issaquah Middle School and a new

Wednesday, October 15, 2014 • secondary high school campus. Additionally, stadiums and track and field projects are taking place districtwide. “School districts all around us were having bond failures at the time, and thanks to the community that we’re a part of, our bond passed with

a 70 percent pass rate, which was spectacular,” Noel said. The Apollo and Issaquah Valley projects have been completed. Construction on Issaquah Middle School will start this summer, while Clark and Sunny Hills will start construction in summer 2016.

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Sammamish Symphony concerts feature renowned pianist Mark Salman, a world-renowned pianist, will perform with the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra at two upcoming concerts. “Wild, Wild West” is 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, and 2 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Eastlake High School Performing Arts Center. The symphony will perform pieces that have deep roots in American musical history. Salman will be featured on George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” Other pieces will include Aaron Copland’s “Fanfare for the Common Man” and Elmer Bernstein’s “Theme from the Magnificent Seven.” Get tickets and more information at www.sammamishsymphony.org.

Highlands Halloween festival has new name and night By David Hayes dhayes@isspress.com The Issaquah Highlands’ traditional Halloween celebration has a new name and night. Now in its fourth year, the celebration is no longer associated with Green Halloween, according to Christy Garrard, Issaquah Highlands Council executive director. “Now, it’s just Halloween in the Highlands,” she said. Garrard, coordinating with the Downtown Issaquah Association’s annual Zombie Walk organizers, moved the festival away from its traditional last Saturday in October to Oct. 18 due to a scheduling conflict this year with the Issaquah High School Homecoming Dance. “All my volunteers are high school students and I didn’t want to interfere with their event,” she said.

IF YOU GO Halloween in the Highlands Festival 4Noon to 4 p.m. 4Oct. 18 4Grand Ridge Plaza 4http://issaquahhighlands.com Issaquah Zombie Walk 42:30-5:30 p.m. 4Meet at Hailstone Feed Store, 232 Front St. N. 44:30 p.m. ’walk’ to City Hall 45:30 p.m. ‘Thriller’ dance 4www.issaquahhighlands. com or www.downtownissaquah.com. Even with a new night and new name, the celebration still has all the fun attractions of past years, she said.

The festival is still free to attend, and attractions and activities — carnival rides, inflatables, pony rides and a petting zoo — still cost only $1 each. Attendees may purchase a bracelet for $10, which allows unlimited access. The annual drive for the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank remains, with each can donated equaling one ticket. It’s recommended that attendees bring a bag to collect trick or treat goodies from a variety of local businesses and nonprofit vendor booths. For example, be sure to stop by the TRIO Pacific Northwest booth. The firsttime nonprofit is one of 37 chapters across the country promoting organ donation. Issaquah branch Executive Director David By Greg Farrar

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Nathan Webb (left) and John Bernado, of Preston, check out a photographer for human brains Page 8 before moving along, disappointed, during the 2013 Zombie Walk.

Iran-born local competes for Miss Washington USA By Maureen Francisco Elena Tavakoli, 26, Miss Issaquah Plateau USA 2014, is competing for 2015 Miss Washington USA, the state pageant qualifier to Miss USA. This is Tavakoli’s first pageant. She said she hopes to inspire others to get outside their comfort zone. Tavakoli moved to Washington from Esfahan, Iran, when she was 7. She didn’t speak a word of English, yet was eager to learn the language. Within eight months, she was able to learn English. Tavakoli is someone who puts her heart into anything, and she wants to give voice to so many young women that they can do anything they set their mind to. The contest is Oct. 18-19 at the Highline Performing Arts Center, 401 S. 152nd St., Burien. The preliminary (miss) is at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18; the final show (teen and miss) is at 2 p.m. Oct. 19. Contestants are judged on three areas in the competition: one-third interview, one-third evening gown and one-third swimwear. Tavakoli took time out of her busy schedule to answer a few questions. Q: What made you want to compete in the pageant? A: At first, I was reluctant about doing a pageant. The first thing that came to my mind was my traditional Persian father, and how he would react to my being in a pageant. Second, like many people, I saw pageants for what they are on the surface — a group of visually pleas-

ON THE WEB Cast a People’s Choice vote for Issaquah residents Elena Tavakoli and Caroline Boyd at http:// bit.ly/1vd90TO. Cast a People’s Choice vote for Issaquah teens Ava Trindeva and Kathryn Pera at http://bit.ly/1yXDn3g.

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Elena Tavakoli, of Issaquah, is competing for the 2015 Miss Washington USA pageant. ing women competing for one crown. But when I invested the time to learn the depths of the organization, I learned that there is more to the pageant industry than what meets the eye. This organization … not only allows young women to develop a deeper understanding in business, but also get connected to the right people in the career of their choice. Q: How has this pageant been a growth experience for you? A: I’ve lived a very unique life. Mainly because of my constant challenge of honoring my traditional Middle Eastern heritage in my private family life, and pursing my own visions and wants in life outside of those walls … When we share the challenges that we have overcome in life, we not only inspire

others and give them hope in what they are going through, but we also release ourselves of fear, shame, cultural bondage and confusion. “Truth” is what ministers our heart, and brings peace and understanding to our lives. It is what sets us free and puts us on the path of we are fulfilled with, and what continues to drive us. We are called on to honor our parents, but we are also called on to honor our God-given purpose. Q: In your native country, I understand it doesn’t approve of pageants. Why or why not? A: My native country is a beautiful place and I have so much love for my heritage, but it’s no secret that women in the Middle East don’t have the same freedom as women in the west do. A beauty pageant

in my native country is not welcomed because not only would the women be showcasing their exterior beauty, but also sharing their intellectual opinions and potentially running for a leadership role within the community. I believe there is room for both cultures in this world, and yet I’m thrilled that I have the opportunity to speak my mind and share my heart here in this beautiful country. It is very refreshing and I plan to take full advantage of it. Q: Despite that your native country doesn’t approve of pageants, why are you competing? A: I am not my country; I am an individual. I was born in Iran and raised here in the United States. Some may call me a rebel because I promote individuality versus taking on a traditional cookie-cutter persona. I don’t think I’m doing anything wrong by competing in this pageant. I am taking this blessed opportunity and making the very most of it. That’s the beauty with being an American. You can be whoever you want to be and believe whatever you want. As Americans, we can sometimes take that for granted. I believe God

OTHER LOCAL PAGEANT CONTESTANTS: Caroline Boyd: Miss Issaquah USA 2014 (Miss Division) Caroline is studying biology at the University of Washington in hopes of Caroline Boyd becoming a pediatric hematologist and oncologist. She volunteers at Seattle Children’s and she has a passion for inspiring children and helping others. Throughout her career as a dancer, she learned the importance of health, discipline, determination and passion, and she hopes to lead young children and women to strive for full and beautiful lives, as well as self-worth. Ava Trindeva: Miss Issaquah Plateau Teen USA 2014 (Teen Division) Ava, a senior at Skyline High School, believes in being the person you’re proud

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presents you with opportunity for a reason. I hope the boundaries that I am breaking will wake something up in other Americans to realize what a blessing it truly is to live

Eastside Writes sponsors Salmon Days tweets I laid my eggs and died. Marcus Bratton, 13, of Made popular by Twit- Preston ter, six-word memoirs summarize their writers’ lives in just six Eggs, words. alevin, fry, Eastside Writes, an smolts, Issaquah-based literary spawning, arts organization, gave gone. the trend a Salmon Days Mattwist by inviting visithew tors to write six-word Bratton, salmon memoirs. 10, of Several responses Preston appear below. Read additional entries at www. Life is a eastsidewrites.org/ battle, salmon-days.html. swinging upstream. Richard Bersin, attorney, 63, of Issaquah

Tumbling fresh water survival, struggle home. Stephanie Croll, “shark” (attorney), 52, of Issaquah Water around me, I smell home. David Scherer, teacher, 55, of Kent I’m enjoying a salmon chanted evening. Michael Welch, editor, of Sammamish

Tail flapping, fins swimming, I go. Jiahui Han, 7, of Bellevue

Up a river without a paddle. Mat Kraetsch, human resources, of Snoqualmie

Swimming up stream, journeying for home. Desirée Woodruff, teacher, 44, of Bellevue

Swam until a whale ate me. Kylie Kraetsch, 5, of Snoqualmie

I lay eggs and protect them. Ruoyi Shen, 8, of Issaquah

Laying its babies where it’s born. Maren Buckley, 5, of Snoqualmie

for the world to see and always striving to be a better you. Born in Bulgaria, she loves the experiences of traveling around the world. Her black belt in karate shows her tough side but she loves to indulge herself in creative arts such as photography, painting and playing the piano. Kathryn Pera: Miss Kirkland Teen USA 2014 (Teen Division) Kathryn is an enthusiastic, courageous and warm-hearted sophomore at Eastside Catholic Kathryn Pera School in Sammamish. In her free time, she enjoys playing golf and tennis, and volunteering in her community through various Christian organizations and organizations promoting health and fitness for adolescents. She has a passion for girl empowerment, self-advocacy and assisting adolescents to strive for academic excellence. After high school, she plans to attend a university and earn a business degree with a finance minor.

in this nation. I want to inspire others from diverse ethnicities to pursue their dreams even if they are outside of their cultural ideals because biology is not destiny.

Issaquah grad seeks funding for film project Issaquah High School graduate Seth Margolies is directing his first major short film, “The Trials of Charles.” As a student at New York University and cinematographer, Margolies’ short feature, loosely based on the labors of Hercules, is about a blues singer negotiating his life and soul back from the devil after his mother had sold it when he was a baby. Principal photography for the shoot is from Nov. 14-16. While NYU has afforded Margolies the resources for the project, throughout October he is trying to drum up support I can for the film’s production. Learn more at www. facebook.com/trialsofcharles. Crowdfunding for the project is on Indiegogo at http://bit.ly/ TheTrialsofCharles.

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Need an early idea for Christmas gifts? The Vasa Park Fall Craft Show has something for everyone in your family. It features handcrafted goods from more than 85 vendors. Admission and parking are free. The craft show is from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 16-17 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 18 at Vasa Park, 3560 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway S.E. Learn more at http://bit.ly/1wvzkp8.

7•Wednesday, October 15, 2014 UPCOMING EVENTS

‘Mixed Media Coffins,’ learn about Dia de los Muertos, ages 6 and older, 6:30 p.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130, registration required

‘Trunk or Treat,’ all ages fun with costumes, games and treats, bring your treat bag and donations for the Issaquah Food Bank, 3-6 p.m. Oct. 26, Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St. S., 392-4169

‘Talk Time’ class, practice your English speaking skills, 6:30-8 p.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430

Trick or Treat Halloween at Gilman Village, 4-6 p.m. Oct 31, 317 N.W. Gilman Blvd., 392-6802

Meet Bryan Johnston, the author of ‘The Kennedy Assassination,’ 6:30 p.m., Spiritwood at Pine Lake, 3607 228th Ave. S.E., 313-9100

Social Hour and Costume Party, free, music by The Double Barrs, 3-4 p.m. Oct. 31, Spiritwood at Pine Lake, 3607 228th Ave. S.E., 3139100

AAUW October branch meeting, with speaker physical therapist Rebecca Duda, 7 p.m., Eagle Room, 130 E. Sunset Way, cairnsjb@comcast.net

Color Sensations Quilt Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7-8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 9, community center, 301 Rainier Blvd. S., bpquilters. org, $6

‘In the Heights,’ a hip-hop musical with a salsa beat, 7:30 p.m., Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., $47 to $62, villagetheatre.org

‘Rise and Thrive’ Breakfast, benefitting Friends of Youth, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Nov. 12, RSVP at http://bit.ly/1BE28O0

THURSDAY, OCT. 16 Tiger Mountain Hike, moderate, 7.5 miles, up to 1,700foot elevation gain, 9 a.m., meet at 175 Rainier Blvd. S., issaquahalps.org Grand Ridge Trail Work Party, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., directions and sign up at http:// bit.ly/10Y1yPN Virtual Dementia Tour, day-to-day life of living with dementia, tours are 45 minutes long and depart every 15 minutes, 2-6 p.m., University House, 22975 S.E. Black Nugget Road, RSVP by calling 200-0331 ‘Introduction to Special Effects Makeup,’ bring your own makeup and brushes if you have them, ages 12 and older, 3-5 p.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430, registration required at http://bit. ly/1vdwIiT

FRIDAY, OCT. 17 Squak Mountain Trail Work Party, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., directions and sign up at http://bit.ly/1skjmAa ‘Muddy Buddies: A Parent/ Child Clay Exploration,’ 9:30-11:30 a.m., artEAST Art Center, 95 Front St. N., arteast.org, $30/members, $35/nonmembers ‘The Wild, Wild, West!’ Sammamish Symphony Orchestra performance, 7:30 p.m., Meydenbauer Theatre, 11100 N.E. Sixth St., Bellevue, tickets available online at www.sammamishsymphony.org, $10 to $20 Seatown Rhythm and Blues, 7:30 p.m., Vino Bella, 99 Front St. N., 391-1424 The Davanos, 8 p.m., Pogacha, 120 N.W. Gilman Blvd., 392-5550, $5 cover Black Velvet 4, 8 p.m., Amante, 131 Front St. N., 313-9600 ‘In the Heights,’ a hip-hop musical with a salsa beat,

8 p.m., Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., $47 to $62, villagetheatre.org Live music, 9 p.m., no cover, Rolling Log Tavern, 50 E. Sunset Way, 392-2964

SATURDAY, OCT. 18 ‘Run with the Kokanee,’ 5K and 10K runs, benefitting the Bellevue-Issaquah chapter of Trout Unlimited, 9 a.m. Oct. 18, Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 N.W. Sammamish Road, http://nwtrailruns.com/events/ run-kokanee, $33 to $45 Mirror Lake Hike, moderate, 8 miles, 1,600-foot elevation gain, 9 a.m., meet at 175 Rainier Blvd. S., issaquahalps.org Squak Mountain Trail Work Party, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., directions and sign up at http://bit.ly/1vVsJ9i Ice Queen and Ice Princess Meet and Greet, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cougar Mountain Zoo, 19525 S.E. 54th St., 391-5508 Lewis Creek to Lakemont Park Hike, 4.5 miles, 10 a.m. to noon, Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd. S.E., 452-4195, free ‘Writing the Mysterious,’ reading and writing workshop with author Bernadette Pajet and her new book, ‘The Edison Effect,’ 11 a.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430 Russian Story Times: Privet!, 11 a.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130 Halloween in the Highlands, carnival rides, costumes and trick or treat, noon to 4 p.m., Grand Ridge Plaza, 1451 Highlands Drive N.E. Mosaic Jewelry Workshop, noon to 3 p.m., artEAST Art Center, 95 Front St. N., arteast. org, $55/members, $60/nonmembers Mother Daughter Book Club, ‘Bliss,’ by Kathryn Littlewood, ages 10-13, 1 p.m., Issaquah

Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430 Tour the Fish Hatchery, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, 125 W. Sunset Way, reservations required, 392-1118, $1 suggested donation, www.issaquahfish.org ‘In the Heights,’ a hip-hop musical with a salsa beat, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., $47 to $62, villagetheatre.org Fifth annual Zombie Walk and Thriller Flash Mob, 4:30 p.m., zombies will collect to prepare from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Hailstone Feed Store, 232 Front St. N., zombies will then amble down Front Street ending with a ‘Thriller’ flash mob on the steps of City Hall, 130 E. Sunset Way Ventura Highway Revisited, part of Vino Bella’s eight-year anniversary party, 7:30 p.m., 99 Front St. N., 391-1424 Four More, 8 p.m., Amante, 131 Front St. N., 313-9600 Big Dog Revue, 8 p.m., Pogacha, 120 N.W. Gilman Blvd., 392-5550, $5 cover Karaoke, 9 p.m., Rolling Log Tavern, 50 E. Sunset Way, 3922964

SUNDAY, OCT. 19 Poo Point and Adventure Trails Work Party, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., directions and sign up at http://bit.ly/1o2tGfh ‘In the Heights,’ a hip-hop musical with a salsa beat, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., $47 to $62, villagetheatre.org ‘The Wild, Wild, West!,’ Sammamish Symphony Orchestra performance, 2 p.m., Meydenbauer Theatre, 11100 N.E. Sixth St., Bellevue, tickets available online at www.sammamish-

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Sunset Way, 392-5430

Divorce Care Support Group, sponsored by Timberlake Church, 7-8:30 p.m., Blakely Hall, 2550 N.E. Park Drive, 869-4400

‘Genetic Testing for Breast and Ovarian Cancer, Is It Right for You?’ 7 p.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430

MONDAY, OCT. 20

Sammamish Youth Writing Group, ages 10-18, monthly projects, 7 p.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130

‘Figure Drawing Open Studio,’ short pose 9:30-11:30 a.m. and long pose noon to 2 p.m., artEAST art center, 95 Front St. N., $20 or $30 for both sessions, artEAST Art Center, 95 Front St. N., arteast.org Spanish Story Times: Hola!, 10 a.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130 ‘Hello English!,’ intermediate ESL class, 11:30 a.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130 ‘Knit for Life,’ providing support for cancer patients and beyond, supplies provided, 1-4 p.m., Swedish/Issaquah, 751 N.E. Blakely Drive, open to the public Issaquah Library Book Group, ‘Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher,’ by Timothy Egan, 6:30-8 p.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430

TUESDAY, OCT. 21

Computer class: ‘One-OnOne Assistance,’ 10 a.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130 Toddler Story Time, ages 2-3, 10:30 a.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430 ‘Why Loving God is Key,’ live online Q & A, 11 a.m., Christian Science Reading Room, 415 Rainier Blvd. N., 392-8140

The Rovin’ Fiddlers, 7-9 p.m., Issaquah Senior Center, 75 N.E. Creek Way, www.rovinfiddlers.com Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Gaslamp Bar & Grill, 1315 N.W. Mall St., 392-4547 ‘In the Heights,’ a hip-hop musical with a salsa beat, 7:30 p.m., Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., $47 to $62, villagetheatre.org Randy Linder, Credence Clearwater Revival tribute band, 7:30 p.m., Amante, 131 Front St. N., 313-9600

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22 Infant Lapsit Story Time, 11 a.m., Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. S.E., 392-3130 Citizenship Class, 3:30 p.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way, 392-5430 ‘Enhance Your Block Printing with Chine-Collé,’ a method of layering with lightweight papers, all supplies included, 6:30-9:30 p.m., artEAST Art Center, 95 Front St. N., arteast.org, $50/members, $55/nonmembers Karaoke, 7 p.m., Rolling Log Tavern, 50 E. Sunset Way, 392-2964

‘Zentangle Basics,’ easy-to-learn drawing method, 12:30-2:30 p.m., artEAST Art Center, 95 Front St. N., arteast.org, $40/ members, $45/nonmembers

‘In the Heights,’ a hip-hop musical with a salsa beat, 7:30 p.m., Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., $47 to $62, villagetheatre.org

Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, and Magic: The Gathering Club, 3 p.m., Issaquah Library, 10 W.

Trivia Night, 7:30 p.m., Zeeks Pizza, 2525 N.E. Park Drive, 893-8646

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The Community Church of Issaquah is being reborn in their mission to this community. We have a special place in our hearts for older, traditional people who sometimes feel pushed out of today’s electronic churches. We retain the same commitment to the community since we began in 1890, and to loving people of all ages and socioeconomic levels in Christ’s name.

We were the first church in Issaquah! We have been involved in loving people in Christ’s name ever since -- three times sponsoring “Tent City” for the homeless, twice involved in mission trips to Haiti, frequently involved in fund-raisers for the food bank, like “The Mayor’s Month of Concern.” But we are not resting on the past. God has a future for us. Come and check out this church which is committed to making a difference!

Grand Opening: Sunday, October 19th, 2014 11:00 a.m. Fellowship meal to follow on Grand Opening Sunday! RSVP requested

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Donald Richard Semon Lt. Col. Donald Richard Semon, USMC, Retired, died Sept. 25, 2014. A Celebration Donald Semon of Life service will be held at Issaquah Christian Church at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, with a Shelter Service to be held at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent at 2:15 p.m. after the Celebration of Life service. He was born at Tacoma General Hospital on April 14, 1925, the son of Homer (Ike) Semon and Maude Weston Semon. He graduated from Lincoln High School, class of 1943. He played football for Amos Alonzo Stagg in Stockton, California â&#x20AC;&#x201C; College of Pacific. He graduated from the University of Puget Sound in 1950. Don joined the Marine Corps in 1942, fought in Korea, and was a reservist and trained troops at Camp Pendleton, California, commanding reservist officers at Sandpoint Naval Base. He began his teaching career in Bellevue in 1955. He taught at Bellevue Junior High, Highland Junior High and was principal at Odle Junior High schools. He coached football, track and wrestling at each. Donald was active at Lincoln Park Christian Church, where he met and married Jessie

west, died on Sept. 14, 2014, at age 80. He is survived by wife Sylvia, daughter Julie (Jon), and grandchildren Caitlin and Haley. Memorial service is Oct. 19, 2014, from 2-5 p.m., at Tibbetts Creek Manor, 750 17th Ave. N.W., Issaquah, WA 98027. Full obituary and online guest book at www. flintofts.com. Lenora Gosnell. They were active at University Christian Church in Seattle; Bellevue Christian Church; Issaquah Christian Church; several church families in Oak Harbor; and the Church at Patriotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing in Dupont. They also First Christian Church of Port Orchard. Donald was preceded in death by son Donald Jr.; parents and stepmothers (Lois Johnson Semon and Betty Semon); brother Robert and Doris Semon; wife of 64 years, Jessie; daughter Christine Lee Semon Burnett; several dear cousins; and too many dear friends. He is survived by his brothers John (Maude) Gosnell, Richard (Margy) Semon and Tom (Pat) Semon; sister Evelyn (Don) Gosnell Townsend; children Cathi (Jerry) Rogerson, Frank Burnett, Doug Semon and Pete (Lisa) Semon; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; beloved nieces and nephews; and many dear old friends. What dad really wants everyone to know: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have been so blessed by the family and friends God has given me. No one has ever been as blessed as I have been by each and every one of you. I am very proud of all of my family and love each one very much! Thank you for being in my life.â&#x20AC;? Arrangements are by Mountain View Funeral Home. Remembrances may be shared at www. mountainviewtacoma. com.

Ioan Elenes, age 89, passed away on Oct. 7, 2014. He is survived by his wife Teodora, son Ovidiu (Carmen) Elenes and

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W edding Bray, Copodonna George and Bonnie Bray, of Issaquah, announce the wedding of their daughter Brielle Bray to U.S. Army Specialist Robert James Copodonna, also of Issaquah. The wedding was July 11, 2014, at Tibbetts Creek manor in Issaquah. The wedding was officiated by Minister Roy Porter. The groomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents are Rilla Menghelli, of Issaquah, and Robert Ellis Copodonna, of Lucerne Valley, Calif. The brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attendants included maid of honor Halee Ross, of Leavenworth, and bridesmaids Brenda Bray and Brianna Bray (both sisters of the bride), both of Issaquah. The groomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attendants included best man Jesse Bruce, and Connor Feuerberg and Tyler Witte, all of Issaquah. Entertainment was provided by DJ Kevin

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Liberty’s Steve Valach is Seahawks Coach of the Week The Seattle Seahawks honored Liberty High School football coach Steve Valach as its Coach of the Week for his team’s 49-42 win over Mercer Island Oct. 2. The honor, presented by the Washington Army National Guard, comes with a $500 donation to the football program, a $225 Sports Authority gift card, a Seahawks jacket and a personalized football.

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Liberty cross-country sweeps Lake Washington, Sammamish Patriots, Eagles do well at invitational By Christina Corrales-Toy newcastle@isspress.com The Liberty High School cross-country team swept the competition, defeating both Lake Washington and Sammamish in an Oct. 8 meet at Bellevue’s Robinswood Park. The Patriots’ boys and girls squads each scored 22 points on the way to the win. Senior Trevor Sytsma was the top finisher for the boys, navigating the 3.1mile course in 17 minutes, 54 seconds. Teammate Andrew Cooper was right behind him, finishing second with a time of 18:14. On the girls’ side, Sarah Bliesner, Carlyn Schmidgall, Tyra Christopherson and Kelsey Takeuchi crossed the finish line together, each completing the course in 21:39. The four came in just after top finisher Katia Matora, of

Lake Washington. The Oct. 8 meet was sort of a tune-up for his squad, Liberty coach Mike Smith said, as the team prepared for the Oct. 11 Hole in the Wall CrossCountry Invitational. As a result, Smith had his team run in groups at a controlled pace Oct. 8. The Patriots emerged from the Oct. 11 invitational held at Lakewood High School with an eighth overall finish for the girls, and 10th overall for the boys. Sytsma recorded a personal best in his race, finishing in 16:17.6, good for 14th overall among boys. Cooper was, again, right behind him, crossing the finish line in 16:18.2 in 15th place. Bliesner was the top finisher for the girls, coming in 27th at 19:41.3. In that same invitational, the Issaquah High School girls cross-country team took first place overall behind top-five performances from senior Cayla Seligman and freshman Sami Corman. Seligman placed second in the girls division

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Above, Trevor Sytsma, Liberty High School senior, wins at Robinswood Park Oct. 8 in a cross-country meet against Sammamish and Lake Washington. with a time of 18:17.2, while Corman took fifth in 18:37.0. Issaquah freshman Kenna Clawson put in a top-15 performance, coming in at 12th in 18:57.0, while senior Ellie Clawson

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Liberty High School athletes (from left) Sarah Bliesner, Tyra Christopherson, Kelsey Takeuchi and Carlyn Schmidgall run in the girls cross-country race Oct. 8 at Robinswood Park against Sammamish and Lake Washington as coach Mike Smith cheers them on. took 15th overall with her time of 19:10.5. Both Liberty and Issaquah cross-country teams are putting together strong seasons, and that’s reflected in the Washing-

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In one of the Eagles’ few highlights, Bryce Hughes (33), Issaquah High School sophomore running back, crosses the goal line standing up for a second-quarter Eagle touchdown Oct. 10. Newport senior defensive back Jordan Sanberg incurred an unnecessary roughness penalty by hauling Hughes down anyway. Newport proved too much for Issaquah, winning 42-14.

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Madison Cooley, Skyline High School junior, wins the 500-yard freestyle race in a time of 6 minutes, 33.59 seconds to help Skyline win the meet.

Kathy Lin, Skyline High School junior, wins the 100-yard butterfly with a time of 58.15 second.

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Chase Raines, Skyline High School sophomore, swims the 100-yard backstroke to a winning time of 1 minute, 5.29 seconds during the Spartans’ Oct. 9 girls swim and dive meet against Interlake and Mount Si. Raines also prevailed in the 200-yard freestyle in a time of 2:07.34 seconds to help Skyline Charis Kim, Skyline High School freshman, wins the 100-yard win the meet. freestyle race in a time of 1 minute, 0.91 seconds.

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The Skyline Spartans have been without one of their top offensive players, and while they haven’t been playing their best soccer, they’ve found ways to win. Lauren Carson scored the first two goals, and Ke’ala Louie added an insurance goal late in the second half as the visiting Spartans broke away for a 3-0 victory over the Redmond Mustangs Oct. 9 in a Class 4A KingCo Conference match. In wins over Newport and Redmond last week, the Spartans had to find ways to compensate for the loss of senior forward Amanda Johnston, a University of Washington commit who was injured in a Sept. 30 match at Mount Si. Skyline (7-1-2 overall, 3-0-1 conference) had four different goal scorers in its 4-0 victory over Newport, and Carson, a senior midfielder, led the way against Redmond (2-6-1, 0-5-0) by notching goals in both halves. “Amanda is obviously one of our strongest players,” Carson said. “She’s super fast and aggressive, and we definitely are missing her right now, but I think that the forwards we have are stepping up … and doing really well without her.” With Johnston out, the Spartans rotated two sets of forwards against the Mustangs. Candace Hunter and Alexa Kirton started the match, with Marlaina Trahant and Gabby Hart replacing them at regular intervals. Hunter nearly had the game’s opening goal in the ninth minute, but was stopped on a diving save by Redmond goalkeeper Kennedy Howell. In the 28th minute, the Spartans’ midfield broke through. Lindsey Fujiwara took a throw along the left sideline, and after losing the ball briefly, won it back and found an unmarked Carson in front of the net. Carson beat Howell with a well-placed header, giving Skyline a 1-0 lead. “It was just a really nice goal, and easy for me to head because it was an

awesome ball in,” Carson said. Skyline outshot Redmond 10-3 in the first half, but was unable to add to its lead until midway through the second half. Fujiwara again created trouble for the Mustangs with a free kick that skipped through the 18-yard box. A defender touched the ball with her hand, resulting in a penalty kick, which Carson calmly buried down the middle for a 2-0 lead in the 54th minute. “I normally try to take the PKs — I really like taking them,” said Carson, who also scored from the penalty spot in the final moments as Skyline salvaged a 1-1 draw with Mount Si last month. “I’m pretty confident with them, I would say.” Louie, a senior forward playing her first season of varsity soccer, came off the bench in the 58th minute and made a big impact 10 minutes later. Hunter got loose near the top of the box and ripped a shot that Howell saved, but the rebound rolled right to Louie, who scored into the empty net for a 3-0 lead. “We have been working on that for hours at practice this week — glad we got that one,” Louie said of her run to the back post. “For me, it’s a really big deal because I really want to contribute to the team, and I really think it’s a good opportunity for the players to come off the bench and score right away.” After hosting Woodinville Oct. 14, a game played after press time, the Spartans play Bothell and Inglemoor before traveling to Issaquah Oct. 23 for a match that could decide the KingCo regular-season title. The Spartans are aware of Johnston’s absence, but they’re trying to not let it negatively impact their record. “I think we’re all determined,” Louie said. “… We all put our best effort in. We all work super hard to try and get the best results. We know everyone is out here to win, so we all want to get that.”

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director of community development, presented information to the council last week about the effects of annexation on the city’s comprehensive plan. Sammamish is planning to add 4,640 new housing units by 2035. King County has projected 180 new units for the Klahanie area by that date, so Sammamish’s new growth plan, if the annexation occurs, would be 4,820 units. That’s an increase of 3.8 percent. Of the city’s current plans to add housing units, Thomas said “probably upwards

of half will be in our Town Center area.” He also noted that additional housing wouldn’t have to be built in Klahanie, where there are relatively few empty spaces that are zoned for residential growth. “The key here is … absorbing that additional 180-unit growth target, that can be absorbed anywhere in the city,” Thomas said. “It doesn’t have to go into Klahanie.” The council will have to adopt some comprehensive plan amendments in order to incorporate the Klahanie area. The amendments deal with things like multifamily housing and wetlands management. Thomas noted that some wetlands in the Klahanie area also overlap into the

GET INVOLVED The third and final open house is from 5:307:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at Sammamish City Hall, 801 228th Ave. S.E. existing city limits. Those situations are familiar to Sammamish officials, who have dealt with them in past annexations. “How we’ve treated these annexations in the past, and how we propose to treat the Klahanie area here, is to simply incorporate these wetland management areas into (being) regulated under the city’s critical areas ordinance,” Thomas said.

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050-Garage Sales Local HUGE CHILDREN’S SALE Find all you need for your growing family at the Just Between Friends Issaquah Fall Sale Event! Clothing, cribs, swings, strollers, toys, highchairs, movies, bouncers, books, maternity/nursing items and more! The Pickering Barn across from Costco in Issaquah, 1730 10th Ave NW, Issaquah 98027 Thursday, October 16th 12pm-7pm Admission $2 or free with this ad. Friday, October 17th 10am-7pm Saturday, October 18th 9am-4pm 25% off Day Saturday, October 18th 5pm-6pm ½ Price Presale Admission $2 or free with this ad. Sunday, October 19th 8am-1pm Admission Free All items without a star on tag are 25% Off Saturday and Half Price on Sunday! www.JBFSale.com 054-Bazaars/Fundraisers EASTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL’s 21st Annual Holiday Bazaar! Date: Saturday, November 1st Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm This wonderful holiday show features over 70 artisans and crafters! You will find beautiful items for your home and special holiday gifts for friends and family. This event is sponsored by Eastlake HS PTSA. Eastlake High School, 400 228th Avenue NE, Sammamish WA 98074 bazaarinfo@ehsptsa.org

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DRIVERS: LOCAL-HOME NIGHTLY! Sumner, Seattle & Kent. Great Pay, Benefits! CDL-A, 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson Logistics Apply www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR Directs the maintenance and improvement operation plans of assigned branch property, facilities, and vehicles. Includes annual preventative maintenance and related budgets. Maintains and repairs building and equipment. Direct supervision of the maintenance program for assigned facilities. Hires, trains and evaluates staff. Qualifications: 5+ yrs exp. in facility management. Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, carpentry. Boiler, HVAC systems, CPO, CPR and first aid certifications required within first year of employment. O7 Electrical License preferred. Licensed to drive company vehicle. Apply online at www.seattleymca.org/pages/careers.aspx. The Y is committed to diversity, equity and inclusive work environment.”

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The Mechanic II is responsible to perform a wide variety of maintenance and repair functions on gas/diesel powered vehicles, analyze malfunctions, accomplish repairs, metal fabrication, and welding on specialized fire apparatus and equipment in the Shop and in the field. Step 1 salary is $4667.72/month, plus benefits. Specific requirements for the position are listed in the job description. Applications are available at www.eastsidefire-rescue.org, and at EF&R Headquarters. Submit, in person at Headquarters, completed employment application, structured resume, five-year driver’s abstract, photocopy of high school diploma or GED, and front/back photocopy of valid WA State driver’s license (CDL required at time of hire) by 4 p.m. October 23, 2014. A $15 non-refundable application fee is required (cash or check). EOE/ADA compliant. LAUNDRY ATTENDANT/JANITOR Era Living has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time Laundry Attendant/Janitor at University House, ISSAQUAH. Shift: Sundays 10:30am-6:30pm & Mondays 11:00am – 7:30pm. Apply online: www.hrpmsi.com/jobs/isqlaundry.htm. EEO PRABHJOT SIDHU PLLC dba Sunrise Dental of Issaquah (“Sunrise Dental”) seeks Associate Dentists. Diagnose & plan dntl treatments; Provide preventive dntl srvcs; Educate patients in oral & dntl hygiene; Prfm oral hygiene, surgical periodontal & oral surgical proced, implant restorations, root canal therapy, aesthetic dntstry & Zoom whitening; Treat dntl emergencies; Eval, diagnose & treat dntl implants; Restore crowns & bridges; Plan treatment & deliver complete & partial dentures. Job Site: Issaquah, WA. Resumes to HR, 5006 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA 98029. Details:www.sunrisedental.com.

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RETIRED OR LOOKING to put a spark in your life? Join the Issaquah Bus Driver’s team and work part time; paid training. On line application at www.issaquah.wednet.edu Questions call Laurie Mulvihill, Safety Training Coordinator 425-837-6338 SALES ADMINISTRATIVE Assistant Become part of our professional, upbeat environment. Friendly, positive individual needed to assist our outside sales staff, prepare quotes and research bid opportunities. RESPONSIBILITIES: -Prepare quotes for customers -Assist sales staff in preparing sales orders for processing -Read and confirm scope of work in customer contracts. -Check status of pending quotes with sales & customers -Assist with projects and overflow -Research bid opportunities -Input customer quotes into ACT! REQUIREMENTS: -2 yrs. experience in a sales administration or coordinator position. -Experience as an estimator a plus -Manage multiple tasks simultanously - with the ability to quickly prioritize -Strong communication skills -Friendly, positive attitude a must! -MS Office, Outlook & ACT! experience a must. -Able to manage work flow process on a daily basis. Send resume to debbie@nwplayground.com. 139-Work Wanted LOCAL COMPUTER CONSULTING & Repair: Database, Programing, Networking and more. Over 20 years of experience and Microsoft Certified. $75/hr 425-908-9960. 204-Lost & Found LOST: PRESCRIPTION GLASSES in a red case. Town & Country Parking Lot (Sports Authority) on Sunday 10/12. If found, please call 425.413.0814.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hearing Examiner for the King County Council will meet in the Horiuchi Room on the 12th floor of the King County Courthouse, 516 Third Avenue, Seattle, Washington, on Wednesday, October 29, 2014, at the time listed, or as soon thereafter as possible, to consider applications for classification and real property assessment under Current Use Assessment Statute RCW 84.34, all listed hereafter; 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. 2014-0420 - E14CT016 – Grand Ridge Country Estates LLC for property located at 24033 SW IssaquahFall City Road, Issaquah, WA 98029; STR: NE-22-24-06; SIZE: 35.25 acres; REQUEST: Public Benefit Rating System and/or Timber Land; Tax #222406-9004 and #222406-9115. Details are available from the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Rural and Regional Services Section, 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98104; Phone (206) 477-4643. Dated at Seattle, Washington, This 15th Day of October 2014. Anne Noris Clerk of the Council Metropolitan King County Council King County, Washington Published in The Issaquah Press on October 15, 2014. PUBLIC NOTICE 14-1271 The following street will be closed to traffic on Saturday, October 18th from 7am until 6:00pm for the Annual Halloween in the Highlands Festival in Issaquah Highlands: 10th Ave NE between NE Park Drive and NE High Street. All vehicles must park outside of the event during these times. Refer to special event permit #SPE14 - 00059. Published in The Issaquah Press on October 15, 2014. PUBLIC NOTICE 14-1274 NOTICE OF ORDINANCE PASSED BY ISSAQUAH CITY COUNCIL Following is a summary, by title, of an ordinance passed by the Issaquah City Council on October 6, 2014, to

210-Public Notices be published in the Issaquah Press on October 15, 2014, effective date of October 20, 2014. ORDINANCE NO. 2720 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON, AMENDING SECTIONS 13.70.040 OF THE ISSAQUAH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SEWER RATES AND CHARGES, AND ESTABLISHING DECEMBER 1, 2014 AS THE EFFECTIVE DATE. Complete text of this ordinance is posted at City Hall, 130 E. Sunset and on the City’s website, issaquahwa.gov/ordinances. Upon request, to the City Clerk’s Office (425-837-3000), photocopies are available, for a fee. Published in The Issaquah Press on October 15, 2014. PUBLIC NOTICE 14-1275 CITY OF ISSAQUAH 2015 PRELIMINARY BUDGET ON FILE WITH CITY CLERK AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS The 2015 Preliminary Budget for the City of Issaquah has been filed with the City Clerk. Copies of said budget are available for review at City Hall (Finance Department and City Clerk’s Office), 130 East Sunset Way, and at the Issaquah King County Library, 10 West Sunset Way, or online at issaquahwa.gov/2015Budget. Notice is hereby given that on November 3, 2014 at 7 p.m. City Council Regular Meeting, a public hearing will be held to consider revenue sources for the City of Issaquah 2015 General Fund Budget, including any possible increases in property tax revenues. Estimated revenues for the 2015 Preliminary Budget were presented to the City Council on October 6, 2014, and a listing of those revenues is on file at City Hall (Finance Department and City Clerk’s Office); and, Further notice is hereby given that on November 17, 2014 City Council Regular Meeting, a final public hearing will be held on the proposed budget. The public hearings are an opportunity for any taxpayer to appear and be heard for or against any part of the budget, or provide comments. Council Meetings are held in the Council Chambers located at 135 E. Sunset Way, Issaquah. (Note: It is anticipated that the Council will formally adopt the 2015 Budget at the Council Meeting of November 17, 2014.) Published in The Issaquah Press on October 15 and 22, 2014.

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