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Mike Lorrain collects pinball machines
By Warren Kagarise
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Mike Lorrain has a time machine in his basement. Standing in front of it and bringing his hands to the controls on each side, the 41-yearold Sammamish resident is a child again. “I can remember taking what little allowance I had and going to the 7-11 in Selah to play,” Lorrain says. “It takes me back – I can put myself back in that moment.” Lorrain’s childhood memories have turned into quite the pas-
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Sammamish resident Mike Lorrain poses with three of his pinball machines. Lorrain has been collecting since 2007 and has amassed 15 machines. sion in his adult life – since 2007, he has amassed a collection of 15 pinball machines, which line the walls in his family’s basement and spill out into
the garage. “Every time I think there can’t possibly be room for one more, he finds room for one more,” Lorrain’s wife Cynthia
said. To Mike Lorrain, it’s about more than just the nostalgia fac-
King County voters decide the future of a county veterans and human services levy soon, and as Election Day nears, recipients of levy dollars demonstrated how the measure impacts Issaquah and other communities. The electorate approved the initial veterans and human services levy — 5 cents per $1,000 of assessed value — to fund programs for veterans and social service efforts in 2005. The measure, Proposition 1, is up for renewal on the Aug. 16 ballot. If passed, the levy renewal is
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Some in Sammamish can commute without the car The fifth in a series that will examine what people in the city are doing to become more ecologically friendly.
mate change, some Sammamish residents are taking to bike or bus rather than their cars.
Self-propelled For Sammamish resident Cynthia Krass, biking began as a No one is going to recreational and competitive mistake Sammamish activity that morphed for Seattle when it into her main form of comes to environmencommuting. Krass, tally friendly commuting, who lives near Beaver but many citizens around Lake, now bikes just the city are doing their best about everywhere – to to fight the stereotype of and from the grocery the car-dependent suburb. stores in Sammamish, Whether it’s a cost-savto Jubilee Farms in ing measure, a way to get Sammamish Carnation, to a volunsome exercise on the way teer transportation to work or simply a desire goes green planning gig she has with the city of Bellevue and to cut down on the carbon emissions that contribute to global clieven into the University of
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Washington, where she is a parttime student. Though some trips take a bit longer on bike, Krass said she prefers looking at it as killing two birds with one stone – she’s getting good exercise rather than wasting time sitting behind the wheel of a car. “It’s faster for me to ride my bike to downtown Bellevue than to drive all the way to Bellevue and get out and go workout (in a gym),” Krass said. “I’m not accomplishing anything by sitting in a car.” Krass said many prospective bike commuters are scared off by the prospect of showing up to a business meeting clad in biker See DRIVE, Page 7
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A rider boards the King County Metro 216 route, which runs from Redmond, through Sammamish to downtown Seattle.
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Educators: supermajority for tax hikes unconstitutional By Tom Corrigan
As part of the Washington Education Association, unionized Issaquah district schoolteachers are parties to the suit filed late last month challenging the requirement that a positive vote by a supermajority of state legislators is needed to approve future tax increases. Imposed by voters in November as part of Initiative 1053, the rule resulted from one of the latest initiatives launched by well-known political activist Tim Eyman. The supermajority requirement applies to both houses of the state legislature. The union representing teachers in the Lake Washington district has not taken a formal position on the suit, but they will likely discuss the issue in the near future, according to Sheila Hagerman, of the Lake Washington Education Association. “The state of Washington is not following through on their paramount duty to fully fund education,” said Phyllis Runyon, president of the Issaquah Education
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projected to generate $100 million through 2017. The funding is split 50-50 among programs for veterans and the neediest residents in King County. Proposition 1 matches the existing levy and does not include additional taxes. So, the owner of a home assessed at $340,000 is expected to pay $17 in 2012 if the levy is renewed. (The existing levy is due to expire Dec. 31.) Proposition 1 receives broad support from human services organizations and advocates for veterans. The measure received unanimous support on the oftencontentious County Council. The county Voters’ Guide does not include any statements against Proposition 1. Councilwoman Kathy
Association, the district’s teachers union. clear that the state’s paramount duty is to “The state has not fully funded education ‘make ample provision’ for the education for years, but with the current economic of every child,” said Chris Korsmo, CEO of situation, the funding situation has worsthe League of Education Voters, another ened.” party to the lawsuit, which was filed in The state already has some of the King County Superior Court. largest class sizes in the “This statue and nation along with some similar measures “The state has not fully enacted in recent of the lowest per pupil funded education for funding, Runyon added. years, hamstrings our “Eyman’s initiative state’s ability to years, but with the that calls for a twoinvest in the quality current economic thirds majority to pass schools our children legislation to raise taxes need,” Korsmo added. situation, the funding makes the situation far “This lawsuit reinsituation has worsened.” forces worse,” Runyon continthe priority that ued. “Without new revmust be given to public – Phyllis Runyon, enue, the state will education in the state of Issaquah Education undoubtedly continue Washington,” said Mary Association – to cut education.” Lindquist, president of Opponents specificalthe statewide teacher’s ly argue the rule violates the state constiunion. “Students, educators, parents and a tution, unlawfully impairing the ability of group of courageous legislators are asking lawmakers to fund public schools. for Tim Eyman’s unconstitutional statute “Washington’s constitution makes it to be overturned by the Supreme Court so
Lambert, the Sammamish representative on the council, did not support the original levy, but she is open to the renewal because, she said, the measure funds important programs. “There were a lot of needs before. There are a lot of needs now that aren’t being totally met,” she said. “With the veterans coming back, I think it’s really important that we show them that we honor their service to us and to our country, by having the services they need prepared for them when they get here.” Cynthia Lefever joined the county Veterans Citizen Levy Oversight Board in 2009 as she helped her son, retired U.S. Army Spc. Rory Dunn, a 2000 Liberty High School graduate, recover from catastrophic injuries caused by a roadside bomb in Iraq. “I saw it as a way to advocate for veterans that didn’t have a mom or a spouse or a family
“There were a lot of needs before. There are a lot of needs now that aren’t being totally met.” – Kathy Lambert, County Councilwoman – member to look out for them after they were retired from the military or even, actually, while they were still on active duty,” she said. Levy funds local programs Countywide last year, organizations supported by the levy served 4,600 veterans, military personnel and family members, plus 8,600 homeless people or people at risk of becoming homeless, a report from the Veterans Citizen Levy Oversight Board shows. Organizations in the Sammamish area use levy funds
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our public schools and communities can be stronger.” Eyman did not return a phone call requesting comment. In their lawsuit, opponents argue the state constitution makes clear only a majority of legislative votes is needed for the approval of tax measures. The lawsuit also argues a state statute – such as that enacted by I-1053 – cannot amend the state constitution. A number of state legislators and former Supreme Court Justice Robert Utter joined the suit. “The question of whether a supermajority requirement to approve legislation is constitutional has gone unanswered for many years,” said State Rep. Jamie Pedersen, D-Seattle. “It’s time to get a decision, once and for all.” Reach reporter Tom Corrigan at 392-6434, ext. 241, or tcorrigan@isspress.com. To comment on this story, visit www.SammamishReview.com.
to house homeless parents, build affordable housing, offer child care, and assist unemployed and homeless teenagers. “I think it has brought the community together, both on the veterans side and on the human services side, so that people are really much more aware of being collaborative and advocating for the need for the support,” Friends of Youth CEO Terry Pottmeyer said. “People understand how important the entire safety net is for the health of the community.” In addition to Friends of Youth, the levy dollars support are program such as Youth Eastside Services, Eastside Interfaith Social Concerns Council, Hopelink and dozens of other area programs. Friends of Youth relies on levy funds for Healthy Start, a program for expectant young mothers, and teenage and young adult parents.
The nonprofit organization also receives about $70,000 for employment services for homeless teenagers and young adults. The budget for the program totals $90,000. “The current economic downturn has hit that population probably the hardest as a demographic in terms of being able to find work,” Pottmeyer said. If the levy renewal passes Aug. 16, administrators plan to release a draft plan outlining service through 2017. “The food bank that you may end up needing to go to, or the drug and alcohol rehab that your cousin, brother, sister, whoever may need to go to will be there because somebody needs it,” Lambert said. Reach reporter Warren Kagarise at 392-6434, ext. 234, or wkagarise@isspress.com. To comment on this story, visit www.SammamishReview.com.
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Issaquah Schools to study schedules for high schools By Tom Corrigan
because of scheduling problems. In broader terms, Murphy said unifying the operations of Issaquah district officials may the high schools could have be moving toward establishing a common schedule for at least some profound effects. three of the district’s four high Currently, Liberty High School offers more electives schools. Among other factors, the move than other secondary schools. would allow the schools to take But Issaquah and Skyline high school students all better advantage of their receive more instructional resources and pool certain professional development activities, hours per class than their according to district counterparts at Liberty. Liberty students average 63 Superintendent Steve hours of instruction time for Rasmussen. “We believe not being on a each course, while that same figure is common schedule is “We believe not being on roughly 80 hurting us,” at both a common schedule is said Patrick Issaquah Murphy, disand Skyline, hurting us.” Murphy trict executive – Patrick Murphy, director of secsaid. Those Issaquah School District – ondary educanumbers could tion. Both change drasMurphy and Rasmussen made tically with a unified schedule in place, he added. their comments during a special, To study the idea of unified daylong meeting of the Issaquah School Board Aug. 3. schedules, Murphy proposed formation of a 20- to 25-memEven as he contended unifying the schedules would allow ber committee consisting of the principals from each high the district to take advantage of some practicalities, Murphy also school, along with teachers, told the board any discussion of parents and student representatives. He already had a long common high school schedules likely would lead to a wide-ranglist of issues the group could ing — and hopefully beneficial — study. discussion of educational efforts Among many questions, Murphy said officials need to at those schools. As just one example of how learn what type of instructiondiffering schedules at the high al time is the most beneficial to students. schools hurt the district, Murphy mentioned how the schools wantIs there an optimal amount of instructional time, or ed to share a language teacher. Officials were unable to do so See SCHEDULE, Page 5
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tor – there’s an underappreciated artistry that goes into pinball machines, whether it be the design of the ramps and bumpers, the accompanying soundtrack or the art on the sides of the machine. “As a collector, I see them as works of art that I get to play,” Lorrain said. “It’s like a living painting.” Lorrain is not alone in his passion – there’s a close-knit community of pinball enthusiasts around the region and throughout the country. A local chapter of enthusiasts periodically open their homes to collectors and host competitions – Lorrain recently had about 50 people in his basement competing and admiring his collection. During the event, Lorrain played the 19th ranked pinball player in the world, even winning a couple matches. Lorrain’s collection started with a miniature Pirates of the Caribbean machine in 2007. “It kind of escalated from there,” Lorrain said. Since then, Lorrain has bought many more machines, traded with other collectors and even, through a friend, helped design some of the music for one of the newest machines to hit the market – the machine based on the new “Tron: Legacy” movie. Many of Lorrain’s machines are vintage. His oldest piece is a tennis-themed machine that was produced in 1976. Lorrain notes that the machine probably withstood a good amount of abuse in a bar or bowling alley back in the day – now it is well taken care of in Lorrain’s basement. The Tron machine, though, still has that new car smell. Lorrain jumped at the opportunity to own a machine he had a hand in designing. With shipping fees the machine ended up costing more than $6,000, though
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Sammamish resident Mike Lorrain watches his 5-year-old son Brett play Lorrain’s newest pinball machine – a brand new machine based on the new Tron movie. Lorrain now has 15 machines in his basement and garage. Lorrain doesn’t spend too much time thinking about the money. “Some people look at me like I just threw $6,000 in the trash,” Lorrain said. “But you can always sell them – it’s an investment.” Indeed, Lorrain owns a Medieval Madness machine, which retailed for around $3,000 when it was released in 1997. About 4,000 of the machines were produced at the time and the machine has become highly collectable and now costs as much as $10,000 in pristine condition. Though Lorrain has made it his goal to preserve the games of his childhood, the march of technology has changed the face of the gaming world since he was young. When asked whether he liked video games or pinball
machines better, Lorrain’s son Brett, 5, hesitated for a bit before pointing to the television. Lorrain said he appreciates that pinball requires at least some physical activity and has more of an end point than the modern video game. “Video games today never end,” he said. “A pinball game is three to four minutes from start to end. You can play it but not be committed to playing for eternity.” Lorrain said he has basically maxed out the space in his home available for pinball machines and has no plans to add another wing to the house to accommodate his hobby. He said he and his wife have agreed that no machines are allowed upstairs. “I always tell her, ‘At least it’s not 15 cars,” he said.
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Review editorial Vote yes again for Proposition 1 Feeling charitable to those who have no job, are living on the streets, or need parenting education? King County has made it easy to help, but first you need to get out your ballot and agree to continue Proposition 1, the veterans and human services levy. The owner of a $400,000 home will be donating $20 per year, via their property taxes, if the ballot measure passes. The levy was first approved in 2005. To the county council’s credit, voters are asked only to approve the same amount, at 5 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation, although the case could certainly have been made for more, knowing that the need is greater than ever. Much of the levy money is used for housing projects to help provide affordable or low-income housing. The Family YWCA apartments just opened in Issaquah Highlands is one local beneficiary, providing housing for teachers, firefighters, seniors and others whose income is below average. Half of the levy is intended to help veterans and their families as they return from active duty. That won’t change in the next six years if the levy is renewed. What better way to show a little patriotism and thanks to our veterans for serving our country. The other half of the $100 million expected to be collected through 2017 supports non-profit agencies that are finding it harder to raise the funds needed to continue their work, whether it be low-cost dental and medical services, child care or mental health counseling. The veterans and human services levy is about taking care of each other. It may come in the form of a property tax, but it is one that voters approve, not just another government handout. Local government, including King County, has often directed part of its tax revenue to human service agencies, but the decline in sales taxes have decreased the availability of discretionary funds. It’s up to each of us to do our part. This is one easy way to help those in need. Vote yes, and tell your friends to vote yes.
Poll of the week How will you vote on the veteran’s levy? A) For it. I like both veterans and family services. B) I’m pretty much against taxes all the time. C) I’m not bothering to vote. We have too many elections arund here. To vote, visit www.SammamishReview.com.
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Sammamish Forum Kokanee have other problems I agree that water quality is extremely important for all lakes in Sammamish. However, I disagree with the Save Lake Sammamish spokeswoman who claims that water quality has caused kokanee in Lake Sammamish to become almost extinct. The kokanee started to decline when smallmouth bass were introduced into Lake Sammamish. Like their relatives, the salmon, kokanee fry enter the lake almost immediately after hatching. Unlike the salmon fry that migrate out of the lake within weeks, the kokanee fry live out their lives in the lake. When they are small, they are preyed upon by the bass. Another fish that is not becoming extinct in spite of being solely dependent on the streams for spawning is the cutthroat trout. The cutthroat are not preyed upon by the bass because they stay in the streams until they become too large to be a convenient snack for the bass. Unless something is done to control the bass population, I believe that kokanee have little chance of coming back regardless of how strictly we regulate our storm water. Kokanee are not our canaries in the coal mine, but rather a species driven almost to extinction by people who want to fish for and then release smallmouth bass. George Toskey Sammamish
The Silent Majority In his letter to the Review entitled “Build the community center” John O’Meara stated that it is clear that there is a ‘silent majority’ in the city who favor the community center. He based this opinion on the enthusiasm of the study group he participated in. I am sure O’Meara’s sentiments are genuine but it is also clear that he doesn’t understand polling or the meaning of the term silent majority. The real danger is that some on the City Council and staff may also not understand these things.
Let me elaborate. By definition, a silent majority is just that, silent. Because of their silence we do not know their opinions. Hence, claiming support from a body of people whose opinions are unknown is completely meaningless. The second flaw in O’Meara’s thinking is his misunderstanding of self-selecting polling. In the case of the community center focus group he participated in, the people were not a random sample of Sammamish residents. They were self-selecting, that is they had some level of interest in the process or outcome sufficient to motivate them to volunteer. The bias of the individuals and the group, whether in favor of or against the center is not representative of the community at large and hence their enthusiasm reflects only their opinions and cannot be projected onto the entire population of Sammamish. In O’Meara’s case, he projected that bias onto the silent majority he refers to. It is also very likely that he projected his own bias onto his view of the group’s desire, since that is a very typical human trait. That is why opinion polls needing to meet statistical rigor are designed to eliminate bias. If the city is really interested in knowing whether the people support the community center they will put the bond measure and operating budget up for a public vote. The ballot measure will need to be specific as to the facility as well as the entire cost, including the tax increases and dues. That way we will give the silent majority a binding way to let their opinions be known. Michael J. O’Connell Sammamish
An open letter to Dave Reichert Your vote for Cut Cap and Balance was an astonishingly bad one. Please rethink your priorities. You stated on your Web page “I am disgusted that the Appropriations Committee passed
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on today’s opportunity to adequately support local law enforcement agencies” and I agree with you. We need adequate police and fire protection for public safety. It is especially urgent now as people can’t get jobs and become more poor and hopeless, the safety net shrinks and crimes increase. We need more employment to decrease the need for the safety net, decrease crimes and to bring in revenue in the form of taxes to decrease the debt. We also need adequate roads and public transportation. But the very core of being American is taking care of our fellow Americans who are poor, elderly and disabled. Your votes are the reason drug rehabilitation facilities close, causing more addicts to be jailed rather than treated — or released, untreated, onto the streets. Your votes are the reason the number of mental health services and beds shrink, and the number of homeless Americans increase. Your votes are the reason elderly and disabled Americans choose between food and medicine and many Americans have no medical care at all. Your vote to cut programs such as WIC literally takes food from the mouths of pregnant women and babies. I am disgusted that this Congress See FORUM, Page 5
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Photo contest deadline Aug. 14 A local snapshot could win $100 in the 2011 IssaquahSammamish Amateur Photo Contest, but the deadline in only days away. Photos must be submitted by Aug. 14 in one of three categories: people, scenic or animals. There is a limit of three entries per photographer. Judges will consider the strength of the photo’s connection to Issaquah or
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continues to pass an immoral budget claiming that it is what Americans want. I do not know any Americans who want this. We are becoming a third world country with crumbling infrastructure and no capacity to take care of the most needy
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Sammamish, and the photo’s originality, composition and lighting. Photos should be submitted as a JPEG at least 300 dpi to contest@isspress.com. Include the photographer’s name, address, phone, email and the photo’s story. All submissions come with permission to be reproduced, with photo credit, in any publication of The Issaquah Press or Sammamish Review. Winners will be announced in Sammamish Review in the Sept. 7 issue. among us. We are on our way to becoming a country of the very rich and the very poor with no one in between. That is not the America I want and I am hoping it is not the America you want. I am hoping you stop voting in line with your party and start representing the people of the 8th Congressional District. Mary Kanter Sammamish
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should it vary by discipline or possibly by time of year? How do schools promote contact between students and teachers outside normal classroom time? In answering questions from school board member Suzanne Weaver, Murphy said the group would need to look at both best practices from each school as well as consider new educational techniques. Answering other board questions, Murphy said there probably is no one perfect schedule for the high schools. While Murphy talked a lot about unifying high school schedules, he said he didn’t want to give the impression such a change is a foregone conclusion. While he predicted that a unified schedule would emerge, Murphy left open the possibility that the committee will find such a schedule is a bad idea. Officials also need to decide how much to include Tiger
Mountain Community High School, the district’s alternative high school, in the mix. For the most part, school board members came out neither for or against the idea of unifying high school schedules. Board member Jan Woldseth Colbrese said she hopes the committee will consist of teachers from various disciplines. No specific timetable was set for the formation of the committee, though Murphy said he hopes to have some recommendations ready for the board by the end of the calendar year. A progress report might be put before board members next
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month. In an email sent to teachers and parents at the end of the last school year, Rasmussen said he first publicly broached the idea of unifying high school schedules. He received only three responses, none of them negative. Still, the issue is a hot topic, Rasmussen said. “People are concerned about schedules,” he said. “You mention that and you have their attention.” Reach reporter Tom Corrigan: 392-6434, ext. 241, or tcorrigan@isspress.com. To comment on this story, visit www.SammamishReview.com.
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A ‘Night Out’ starts with an afternoon of fun
Mag Hughes (bottom left) shows a group of Sammamish children how to juggle.
Chris Bedker, a King County Sheriff’s Office Marine Rescue deputy, gives children a pretend ride in one of the department’s rescue rafts.
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The annual National Night Out kicked off Aug. 3 at the Sammamish Commons. Representatives were on hand from police, fire, and other emergency services, along with games and food vendors to let the community meet the men and women charged with keeping Sammamish safe. In the evening, communities around the city held block parties to celebrate National Night Out.
McGruff the Crime Dog and Sparky the Fire Dog sweat it out at the city’s National Night Out kickoff event at City Hall Aug. 3.
Sammamish resident Jordan Dannemiller, 7, ponders how to safely get down the man hole on the roof of the King County Sheriff’s Office’s SWAT vehicle.
Savut, a 2-and-a-half-year-old Karelian bear dog, enjoys the sun at the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife booth at the city’s National Night Out kickoff event at City Hall Aug. 3. Savut is used for tracking potentially dangerous animals in suburban areas.
Sammamish children use the King County Sheriff’s Office SWAT vehicle as a jungle gym.
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spandex and sweaty or wet from the rain, but shouldn’t be. Some businesses offer shower facilities to cater to bike riders. Krass also said many places are now designing biking clothes that function as formal wear as well. As far as the weather goes, it’s nothing that a good set of rain gear can’t handle. “It always looks worse from the house than it actually is when you get out there,” she said. While the city has added bike lanes to portions of several of its major arterials, Krass said the city could still do more to be bike friendly. She criticized the extra wide sidewalks along 228th Avenue rather than including bike lanes in the road, saying that statistics show that bikers are much more likely to get hit on a sidewalk by a car backing out of a driveway rather than in a dedicated bike lane going with the flow of traffic. Laura Philpot, the city’s Public Works Director, said the city has spent roughly $3 million on installing bike lanes since incorporation. Krass said most Sammamish drivers are great, but she estimates that she still gets “screamed at” once a week even though she is diligent in following the same rules of the road cars have to follow. She said it frustrates her to see bikers who don’t follow the rules. “I want to go up and shake them and say, ‘How do you expect drivers to respect (bikers) when you do something like that,’” she said. Bike commuting doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing endeavor.
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True cost of driving The green of the surrounding environment is not the only green a bike or bus commuter is saving – they often find more of it in their wallet too. According to an annual study by the AAA, it costs the average American commuter $7,632 a year to drive 10,000 miles a year, though that total calculates out to $8,065 a year for drivers in Washington state, which has higher gas prices than most states. Those totals are for someone who drives a standard sedan 10,000 miles a year – a conservative estimate for a theoretical Sammamish resident who commutes 20 miles to and from work in Bellevue five days a week. For a sedan that gets 27 miles per gallon to travel 10,000 miles in a year, it will need about 370 gallons of gas. The average price of a gallon of gas in Washington State as of the first week of Sammamish resident Chris Blanton bikes to his job in downtown Seattle once a week. Though it’s a long trek, Blanton said a majority of the trip is on a dedicated trail away from traffic. It may be one day a week, but Blanton said he gets a lot out of his one trip. “It makes me feel good,” he said. “I know it sounds kind of hokey, but when you get downtown and there’s a lot of bikers around, you feel like you’re doing your part for the environment.” Though she still has a car in case she needs it, Krass said her teenage daughter gets more use out of it than she does. Krass said she rarely feel inconvenienced by having a bike instead of a car. “It’s not about giving something up, it’s about rediscovering something I didn’t know I was missing,” Krass said. Mass transit Sammamish is blessed to be near two significant park and ride lots – one near the Pine Lake shopping center and a larger one
August is $3.81, if that number stayed for a year, it would mean an annual fuel cost of $1,411. The AAA’s 2011 edition of “Your Driving Costs” projects that the average American driver pays a little more than 4 cents a mile in routine maintenance costs such as oil changes and other upkeep, as well as just less than a cent a mile for the cost of replacement tires, meaning an annual cost of about $540. Add to that a national average of $968 a year in insurance costs as well as $595 in license fees, registration fees and taxes. The agency also projects that a driver who takes out a five-year car loan at six percent interest with a 10 percent down payment will pay $823 a year in financing fees and that a new vehicle loses about $3,728 of its trade-in value for every year it is driven. Those projections total to about $8,065 a year to drive.
in the Issaquah Highlands. Hundreds of Sammamish residents rely on King County Metro routes to get around. The 216 route, which runs from Redmond, through Sammamish to I-90 and into Seattle, reported 400 boardings on the average weekday in 2009. The 269, which goes from the Overlake transit center in Bellevue, through Redmond and Sammamish and into Issaquah, reported 430 average weekday boardings. An average of 140 people got on the 927 route between Sammamish and Issaquah in 2009. When Jason Weil moved to Sammamish six years ago, he was already well-acquainted with public transit, having lived in the Chicago area and used the region’s train system extensively. Weil said he is more productive on public transit – he wrote most
of his master’s thesis while commuting to work. “I was raising a family and working full time – it was the only extra time I had,” he said. Weil still uses public transportation a majority of the time to commute to his job at Expedia in Bellevue, only driving if there is a meeting before or after the periods in which the bus runs. He said bus commuting does create some scheduling challenges and adds a bit of time to his commute compared to if he was driving, but he is often able to make that time back by working on the bus. “You do have to work around (the bus schedule) a bit, but most people are on a pretty regular schedule anyways,” he said. While the bus may work well for commuters working a 9-to-5, those that have to get around in
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On the Web For a map of bike trails around King County, visit: www.kingcounty.gov/transportation/kcdot/Roads/Bicycling.aspx the middle of the day have less luck. The 216 and 269 stop running between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Forced onto the bus after her car broke down, Sammamish resident Joellen Santos was waiting with her 11-year-old daughter Ke’Ala for the 927 to take them to Issaquah. The bus had been scheduled to arrive at 2:14 p.m., but hadn’t come by 2:20. Santos said she’d be more likely to use the bus outside of emergency situations if it were more practical. “It’s hard to match it with my schedule and it doesn’t go where I want it to go,” she said.
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Housing crash party A resident on the 2200 block of 239th Place Northeast called police after a neighbor reported finding eight younger males in the vacant home at around 8 p.m.
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July 21. The neighbor broke up the party and contacted the homeowner. Though the house contained several valuable items, the only thing missing was a bar from a weight lifting set. There were no signs that the partiers forced their way into the home. The case remains under investigation.
Riding gear stolen A resident renting a home on the 22400 block of Southeast 20th Street reported that someone had broken into a storage trailer on the property between July 21 and July 26. The resident arrived home to find the lock to the trailer cut and more than $2,000 worth of tools and motorcycle riding gear stolen. The house is currently for sale, but the resident was unsure how many people had been on the property to view the home while he was gone. Police have no suspects.
Roommate drama Police were called to the Saxony apartments July 26 to sort out a dispute between roommates. The legal renter of the apartment told police that she had allowed a 28-year-old man to sublet a room in the apartment 45
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Too late A resident on the 21400 block of Northeast 6th Place discovered July 26 that someone had stolen one of their debit cards in 2007 and had been using it since. The victim’s bank reported that they had sent the card in the mail, but the victim never received it. It is unclear how much was stolen from the victim’s bank account. The bank is investigating the matter.
Vehicle prowl A resident on the 800 block of East Lake Sammamish Parkway found that someone had broken their passenger side window between July 24 and July 26 and gone through the glove compartment. No items were taken. Police have no suspects.
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Come rob me Police found three open garage doors in the early morning hours of July 29. Police knocked on the doors of the homes, located on the 1800 block of 216th Avenue Southeast, the 1800 block of 208th Place Southeast and the 27800 block of Southeast 26th Way, but in all three cases no one answered.
Wallet found An officer found a wallet on the ground at the Starbucks near QFC on July 29. The officer called several phone numbers associated with the drivers’ license and left messages for the owner. Police will keep the wallet until the owner comes to retrieve it.
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A resident on the 3100 block of 214th Place Southeast reported that someone had been in their back yard taking pictures of their home at around 1 p.m. July 26. The resident’s 6-year-old daughter reported seeing a male with light brown hair wearing a red short-sleeve shirt taking pictures of the home from the back yard. The resident went outside but could not locate the man. Neighbors told the resident that there had recently been residential burglaries in which the suspect had come by and photographed the house before breaking in. The resident reported seeing a “beat-up” red sedan in the neighborhood around the same time period.
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Casing the place A Sammamish woman living at her grandfather’s home on the 200 block of East Lake Sammamish Drive Southeast reported that someone had entered the property without permission and began going through items in the garage July 25. The woman reported that white male in his 50s with dark hair, a dark complexion, 5-foot-8 and about 160 pounds had pulled up in a red truck and began going through items in a garage. The home and property are currently for sale and several people had recently been seen on the property and then asked to leave. When confronted the man said he was a prospective buyer of the home and then asked if any of the tools in the garage were for sale. The man left when the woman threatened to call police. The woman obtained a license plate number that comes back to a Fall City man. Police continue to investigate.
A Canadian suspect? A resident on the 3100 block of 213th Place Southeast reported that a bag full of hockey gear had been stolen from outside his garage overnight July 24. The items, including a helmet, skates and gloves, are valued at close to $1,500. Police have no suspects.
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Stolen ring A Sammamish resident reported that a subcontractor who was doing a home remodel had stolen a watch and a $20,000 diamond ring from her master bathroom between July 11 and July 17. The resident reported that her home has an alarm system and that the subcontractor was the only person who could have had access to the bathroom when the ring and watch went missing. Police continue to investigate.
Kids and fire Police were called to the Highland Park Town Homes the morning of July 23 after a small fire in a landscaped area, likely set by juveniles. Fire crews had
put out the fire, which reignited shortly after. Police contacted several juveniles, all of whom had differing stories for who had started the fire, which occurred near a “fort” the children had constructed. Police advised the children’s parents of the situation.
Check fraud A Sammamish resident reported July 29 that someone had cashed a fraudulent check in their name for more than $1,300. The resident’s bank is investigating.
Roadkill Officers were called to put an injured deer out of its misery on the 22800 block of Southeast 21st Street at around 4 p.m. July 29. The deer appeared to have been hit by a car and had a broken rear leg. The officer dispatched the animal with a handgun.
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to her and continued to smile at her as he talked on his phone, though there were other empty benches nearby. The teen left with the children and called 911. Police stopped a truck matching the description and asked the three men inside if they had “seen someone in the area who looked lost.” The men said no and left the area. The officer contacted the maintenance company that employs the men and advised them of the situation. The company’s manager assured officers he would address the matter with his employees.
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Police were called to a park in the Trossachs neighborhood after a 15-year-old Sammamish resident reported three suspicious men July 27. The teen reported that she was babysitting three younger children and had brought them to the park to play. While she was sitting on a bench she said she saw three men in a maintenancestyle truck smiling at her in a way that made her feel uncomfortable. She reported that one of the men sat down on the bench next
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over shortly afterwards and taken into custody. The man’s girlfriend reported that the two had been drinking at the Pine Lake Ale House and gotten into an argument, during which the man allegedly grabbed the woman by the wrists. The couple then drove away and then pulled over again off Duthie Hill Road to continue the argument, where witnesses saw the man push the woman against the vehicle and yell at her. The man was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence and booked into Issaquah Jail. He also blew a .07 on a breath test – though it is under the legal limit for driving, he could face a DUI charge since the test was
Eleven local teens between the ages of 15 and 17 were caught inside a home on the 23000 block of Southeast 27th Way at around 2 a.m. July 27. Neighbors called police after noticing that there were people inside the home, even though the homeowners were out of town on vacation. Police arrived to find the home occupied by teens, some of whom appeared to be drinking alcohol. The teens were detained. Two of the teens said that they were family friends of the homeowners and that they knew the security code for the home’s garage door. Police contacted the homeowner, who said they hadn’t given anyone permission to
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Stolen car A resident of the Boulder Creek Apartments reported that someone had stolen her car between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. July 29. The car is a red 2000 Chevy Cavalier. Police have no suspects.
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was “immediately agitated, aggressive … and argumentative,” according to the police report. When officers told the man why they were contacting him the man became defensive and said that it was his property and that he can film anything he wants. The man then complained about the neighbors and their dogs. Officers attempted to explain that even though it was his property he was not allowed to walk out on his deck in the nude, but they were interrupted by “an expletive-laced tirade” and told that they were trespassing and had to leave. The officers thanked the man for his time and left. Police have no evidence of a crime, but advised the neighbors on how to obtain an anti-harassment order. Items in the police blotter come from Sammamish Police reports.
King County Sheriff’s Office joins Facebook King County social media users can now like another government agency on Facebook — the King County Sheriff’s Office. “This gives us another exciting opportunity to communicate with citizens,” Sheriff Sue Rahr said in a statement. “And for them to communicate with us! I know we are not the first police agency to have a Facebook page, but at least we are not the last!” Facebook users can like or check out the sheriff’s office on the mega-popular social-networking site at www.facebook.com/kingcountysheriff.
Sound Transit adds highlands bus stops Sound Transit added another stop on routes 554, 555 and 556 in the Issaquah Highlands on Aug. 6. Riders can now catch eastbound buses at Highlands Drive Northeast and Northeast Ellis Drive. Westbound riders can board buses at Ninth Avenue Northeast and Northeast Ellis Drive. Route 554 runs between Issaquah and downtown Seattle. Routes 555 and 556 link Issaquah to the Northgate Transit Center in Seattle.
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From left, Sean Nyberg, Michael Essig, Lisa Barton, John L. O’Brien, Steve Leppard, Jerry Tuttle, and John Price, not pictured, Fred Hopkins, S. Russell Joe and Kirk Wines From left, Ricardo, Carlos, Tito, Krista, Enrique, Jaime, Christian
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The law firm of O’Brien, Barton, Joe & Hopkins PLLP, first established in 1981, is a general practice firm conveniently located in Issaquah, Washington. Our professionals can meet most of your varied legal needs, including the areas of Wills and Trusts, Probate, Divorce and Family Law, Business, Real Estate, Employment, serious Personal Injury, and even that occasional traffic ticket. The attorneys at O’Brien, Barton, Joe & Hopkins PLLP live, work and volunteer in our Issaquah and Eastside communities.
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Bellevue Paint & Decorating, Inc. is very proud and excited to be celebrating its seventh year serving the Sammamish community. Bellevue Paint & Decorating, Inc. presents their premium coating, Benjamin Moore paints, Sikkens stains and clear finishes, for all of your painting needs. For your decorating needs, we offer a complete line of paint and wallpaper supplies. Please call us at 425-836-5484 or stop by to meet our Sammamish Plateau store manager, Josh Harrison, and his friendly and knowledgeable staff, who will help you complete your project right the first time. Or visit our other store at 13120 Bel-Red Rd. 425-454-7509.
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From left, Michele, Kristiana, Josh, Mike, Denise, Todd, Kevin, Kara, Laurissa, Tina and Jason
Celebrating 78 years of serving Issaquah and surrounding communities! The Grange Supply team is dedicated to our customers through superior service and quality products! Experts on hand to answer your most difficult questions regarding pet, wildlife, lawn and garden, animal feed, tack, supplements, fencing and clothing. Convenient access to a 24 hour ethanol-free fuel island. Bio-diesel and propane during normal business hours. The Grange Supply, creating a unique shopping experience for the Issaquah community!
“Your Friendly Country Store”
(425) 392-6469 Mon-Fri 7-6 • Sat. 8-6 • Sun 9-5 145 NE Gilman Blvd., Issaquah, WA 98027 (Across from Triple XXX)
www.grangesupply.com
Rosemary Warren
Dr. Warren offers complete dental care for your entire family. Whether you need a damaged tooth repaired or you want a total smile makeover, Dr. Warren has the advanced training and artistic vision to help you achieve your ideal smile. Her passion for learning and devotion to her patients translates into extraordinary results. Modern esthetic dentistry, like teeth whitening, veneers, and Invisalign clear braces, can give you a vibrant, attractive smile. Let our experienced and friendly dental team give you something to smile about!
175 Gilman Blvd., Issaquah 425.391.9200 www.rwarrendds.com
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Mike Baermann, President
From left, Nick, Marcus, Andy, Ian
Family owned & operated since 1989, the Autosys “torch” is being passed from father, Gary Baermann, to son, Michael Baermann as of Aug 1st. With the help of his “right arm” Marcus Groeneveld, they will run the daily operations with their staff. Mike is an ASE certified L1 Master Technician with 25 years of experience. Autosys services all makes and models and only employs ASE certified Technicians and Master Technicians. Repairs are backed by a 2 year/24,000 mile parts & labor warranty. Autosys was voted “Best Auto Care” in Redmond for 2010 and 2011.
“The Car Doctors”! Our Car-diologists are experts at diagnosing and treating your automotive ailments! 425.882.0630 www.autosysinc.com 18018 Redmond Way, # 19 Redmond Open Monday - Friday, 8am to 6pm, Saturday 8am - 4:30pm
From left, Mary, Yong, Afen, Kathy, Andy (owner & head chef), Kenny, Tony, Raymond and Ling
Cascade Garden owner Andy Liu has over 30 years experience serving Chinese cuisine. He believes in providing the highest quality and freshest ingredients for the best possible Chinese dining experience. Cascade Garden features a widely varied menu, featuring the cuisines of Northern China – Szechwan, Mandarin and Hunan – as well as family recipes from Taiwan and Korea. The restaurant offers 30-60 person banquet seating, perfect for birthday celebrations, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate lunches and holiday parties.
Cascade Garden Chinese Restaurant & Lounge
Meadows Shopping Center 1580 NW Gilman Blvd. www.cascadegarden.com 425-391-9597
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Dr Alice Lee Kuntz
Dr. Samson Lee
Our mission is to partner with our patients to provide the most advanced care in the Northwest for facial rejuvenation. Together, with our patients we formulate a comprehensive plan for facial rejuvenation depending on your needs and desires to achieve a natural appearance. Our board certified surgeons provide these services in a safe and discreet setting from our offices in Bellevue and Issaquah.
lakewashington
facial plastic surgery
From left, Lesly, Lori, Dr. Jay McDiarmid, Nicole, Mika, Dr. John-Henry Anderson, Sandi and Laura
At G2 Sports Therapy, we are committed to offering the very best in patient care. We know that injury, surgery and illness are already disruptive to a person’s life, and we try to make your visits efficient, effective, and often entertaining! We want you on your way to restored health as quickly as possible. Here are some of the services we offer: orthopedic, sports injury, post-surgical rehabilitation, orthotic therapy, functional testing and injury prevention screenings and biomechanical profile.
Get back in the Game!
Conveniently located at Proliance Surgeons in Issaquah Highlands
425.836.8444 www.G2sports.net 486 228th Avenue NE Sammamish, WA 98074
Issaquah 510 8th Avenue, Suite 300 (425) 278-1810 www.lakewashingtonfacial.com
From left, Chris, Jeff, Josh, Salvador, Bill, Jake and Travis
Since 1910, Fischer Meats has provided Issaquah with the finest quality meats, poultry and fresh sausages. As the oldest business in Issaquah, we have seen some changes, but the two things that never change are the quality of our meats and outstanding customer service. Our seafood partner, Wild Salmon Seafood, specializes in wild salmon, seafood, shellfish, smoked fish and so much more!
www.fischermeatsNW.com
85 Front Street North Issaquah (425) 392-3131
www.wildsalmonseafoods.com
Some of the 900+ Gotta Dance dancers.
Gotta Dance provides a quality dance education as well as promoting physical and emotional growth through: Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet/Pointe, and Lyrical/Modern. Come see our 12,000 square foot facility with 4 extra large studios, study room, viewing areas and parent lobby. Beginning through Competition/Performing Team classes available from ages 2 to adult. We’re celebrating our 21st year in the community! Enroll now for the 2010-2011 dance year.
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17945 NE 65th, Suite 100, Redmond Just off East Lake Samm. by Marymoor Park
www.gttadance.com
From left, Deborah Simmons, Branch Office Adm., and Jana Williams, Financial Advisor From left, Geoff and Barbara Jarman
Plateau Motors offers excellent service and incredible value—it’s a great alternative to taking your car to a dealership. “Our commitment to excellence doesn’t end with the automobiles we repair, it also applies to the way we treat our customers,” says owner Geoff Jarman. Honesty, integrity and expertise keep customers coming back to Plateau Motors, time after time. Customer J. McLaughlin says, “You just don’t see unhappy people walk out of there!”
PLATEAU MOTORS 625 228th Ave NE Sammamish, WA 98074 (next to McDonalds) 425-898-9900 • www.plateaumotors.com
Balancing your short and long term goals. It’s easy to get off track in this uncertain economy and leave your retirement plans at risk. We are committed to helping you get back on track today. You have choices. We can help. Edward Jones is a financial services firm serving individual investors and offering a range of investments including certificates of deposit, stocks, mutual funds, taxable and tax advantaged bonds. Additional information is available at EdwardJones.com. Edward Jones…Making Sense of Investing.
Jana Williams, AAMS Financial Advisor 3302 E. Lake Sammamish Pky SE Sammamish, WA 98075 425.837.4686 • www.edwardjones.com
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From left, Kate, Lori, Anna, Sheri, Cathy, Kathy, Dr. Nelson. Front row, Lisa, Pam.
Celebrating our 10th aniversary! Sammamish Realty is a boutique style real estate office located in the heart of Sammamish. We are proud to be your local experts. Whether buying or selling we can give you expert advice every step of the way. Give us a call today to find out why we’re called your Sammamish Specialists!
Dr. Nelson opened his practice in Sammamish in 1998 and has grown it by delivering the highest quality results in a warm, friendly environment. Recently recognized as one of Seattle’s top orthodontists by Seattle Met magazine and doctoroogle.com, Dr. Nelson and his amazing team continue to focus on making treatment as affordable and convenient as possible by offering complimentary initial exams, early morning appointments, and even school shuttle service (beginning Sept. 12).
Find out the value of your house at SammamishHomeValues.com 23042 NE 8th Street Sammamish WA 98074 www.SammamishRealty.com
Scott & Kim Bobson Broker/Owners Sammamish Realty 425-868-5200
Back row from left, Michael, Dave, Ken, Yung Mee, Claire, Jorge, Jeff, Adan Front row Dan, Bentley his associate
Evans Creek is a family owned and operated landscape business. We design, build and maintain exceptional garden spaces. Projects range from simple pruning to complete garden renovations. The quality of our work reflects exceptional planning and the dedication of our staff, which includes the finest technicians and artisans. Evans Creek Landscaping was acknowledged as the “Best Landscaper” runner up, by 425 MAGAZINE! We truly love to create new gardens and enjoy getting to know our clients. Give us a call! We look forward to serving you with honesty, quality and creativity. - We’re truly grateful Daniel & Claire Higgins Making the world a better place, one garden at a time.
www.EvansCreek.net 425-836-4643
336 228th Ave NE, Ste. 300 Sammamamish 425-359-0366 www.sammamishortho.com
Kathy Johnson
If you think you’re not getting the most for your insurance dollar, give Kathy Johnson a call. She specializes in good coverage at a fair price for all your insurance needs. She also offers free Family Insurance Checkups for your home, life, health, auto and business insurance. State Farm’s easy-to-read and understand policies provide valuable protection when you need it the most. Plus Kathy’s fast fair service and willingness to answer all your questions make her a pleasure to work with.
Kathy Johnson, Agent Gilman Station, Suite C 240 N.W. Gilman Blvd. • Issaquah (425) 392-2224 • (425) 391-7377 kathy.johnson.b73d@statefarm.com
State Farm Insurance Companies • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®
From left, David, Tom, Alex, Kevin, Nikki, Corey, Lisa, Sean, Brad, Ken and Chris Front row from left, Elissa with Josie and Carley, Becky with Sawyer, Sam, Priscilla with Frank, Back row from left, Linda with Fini, Jerry with Earl, Amy with Jezebel, Steven with Zero and Emily with Toby
VCA All Critters Animal Hospital has been serving the Issaquah/Sammamish communities since 1982 and our veterinarians have over forty years of combined experience. Both Dr. Bishop and Dr. Truong are available by appointment to discuss your concerns, your pet’s health status, and future plans. We feel this one-on-one relationship will help you best determine what type of preventative care, training, and diet will benefit your pet for years to come. Regardless of the age of your pet, you will see how quickly you and your companion friends become a part of our family too! Visit our website at www.vcaallcritterswa.com today for more information and special offers!
VCA All Critters Animal Hospital 2834 228th Ave SE Sammamish WA 98075 425.392.PETS (7387)
Family-owned Klahanie Service Center uses the most up-to-date diagnostic and repair equipment to service your Asian, domestic or European vehicle. Five master certified ASE technicians, with a combined experience of 90+ years, top off the perfect combination of location, experience and friendly service. The shop offers you the flexibility of early drop off and late pick up of your vehicle. We have changed to Chevron to serve you better. We also offer Chevron gasoline, diesel fuels and a convenience store.
Klahanie Service Center Auto Repair
425.313.3057 •4598 Klahanie Dr. SE • Issaquah KlahanieServiceCenter. com
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From left, Arnavi Chheda, Ashley Williams, Priyanka Pant, Sumitha Reddy and Bryce Goodwin
A mathnasium membership helps your child in both academic and daily life, on standardized tests, and beyond to an unlimited future. We improve each student’s focus and understanding to build the skills and self-confidence necessary for a lifetime of success! Better grades are just the beginning. Discover how a better understanding of math can open new doors! Whether a studetn is advanced at Mathematics, or struggling with it, Mathnasium can aid success through customized programs tailored to the student’s specific needs.
425-270-1054 4546 Klahanie Dr. SE Issaquah www.mathnasium.com
Thank you for 10 years of business! Did you know that PC Fix can save you as much as 50% off Big Box store prices? Stores located in Issaquah, Bothell and now Seattle…
Issaquah 1320 NW Mall St. #D Issaquah, WA 98027 425.394.1011
Bothell 22833 Bothell-Everett Hwy #153 Bothell, WA 98021 425.406.1234
Seattle 824 NE 45th St. Seattle, WA 98105 206.337.2150
Back row from left, Dan, Kathy, Brooke, Jamie, Dr. Newton, Dr. Stauffer Front row from left, Whiteny, Teresa, Shawna, and Dr. Chase (Not pictured: Jennifer & Chris)
Come and relax with us! We offer a wide range of advanced technology from dental lasers to computer generated single visit porcelain restorations. Watch a movie during your dental visit. There is complimentary full office WIFI and even the Wii to play in the waiting room. We are available for early morning and late evening appointments. Dr. Newton and our friendly team, are looking forward to meeting you and your whole family.
Rhonda Newton, D.D.S. FAMILY DENTISTRY
(425) 868-0123 Inglewood Shopping Center 707 228th Ave. NE • Sammamish www.YourFamilyDentist.com
From left, Dr. Kerry Moscovitz, Mikaela Ostergren, Mary Shibley, Erika Smith, Gretchen Smith, Rebecca Barnes, Dr. Will Pentecost
NewVision Eyecare is dedicated to providing the highest quality comprehensive eye care to families of Issaquah and Sammamish. Dr. Kerry Moscovitz has created a state-of-the-art eye care destination that combines computer and digital technology with clinical excellence in medical eye care and contact lenses. Our optical contains the newest custom frames from Gucci, Kate Spade, Cole Haan, Silhouette and Maui Jim among other contemporary designs. Our doctors and staff aim to create a friendly, comfortable environment to serve your eye care needs.
Pine Lake Medical Center Mercer Island 22741 SE 29th • Sammamish 2448 76th Ave SE # 106 (425) 392-2196 (206) 232-1633 www.newvisioneyecare.com
From left, Dave, Mat B., Mat S., Kristie, Carlos the mannequin, Scott, Cole From left, Jose, Ray, Luis, Edgar, Margarita, Bruno, Francisco
Rancho Grande has been serving authentic Mexican food since opening in 1992. The restaurant is family owned and operated, and creates mouth-watering, delicious salsas and tortilla chips daily using only the freshest ingredients. Enjoy free appetizers and drink specials from 3pm to 6:30pm in the lounge. Lunch specials are available Monday through Friday.
At Pacific Bicycle Company we take pride in our beautiful two-story shop and love the Pacific NW. We ride the local trails, roads and slopes. We give back to the community by participating in making our trails and recreation areas better for everyone. Our expert staff can help the seasoned veteran or the occasional rider. Let us help you find the right bike, equipment, gear, and help you keep it in running smoothly. Join us on one of our weekly road or mountain bike rides. We rent and service skis and snowboards in the winter, and also sell snowboards and winter clothing and gear. Call, e-mail us or stop by for friendly advice and great deals. Serving the Plateau Since 1994
480 228th Ave NE Sammamish Highlands• 425-898-7328
22830 NE 8th St., Sammamish 98074 425-836-3911 www.pacbicycle.com
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From left, Les Bedford, Susan D’Angelo, Sarah Hulbert, Dale Peterson and Phil Miller
1st Reverse Mortgage USA is dedicated to serving the senior homeowners and business professionals in our community. Although new to Issaquah, we are veterans in the reverse mortgage field – our Issaquah office staff represents over 55 years combined experience in this industry. We believe that all senior homeowners should have the opportunity to make informed decisions regarding their personal well-being. This requires education. Our goal is to provide that education, and to enable them to obtain the financial security that they deserve. We look forward to talking with you soon! 1505 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 2 Issaquah, WA 98027 425-200-0860 direct 877-217-0166 toll free www.1stRMusa.com info@1strmusa.com NMLS# 3001
From left, Sheena Sanders and Jessica Anderson
At Suburban Soul, we offer a broad selection of premium denim, tops, accessories, shoes, beauty products, home décor, as well as men’s shirts and jeans. Our specialty is jeans, and we carry many brands, including Big Star, Citizens of Humanity, Miss Me, Jag, Worn, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, Silver, Joe’s and many more. Our pride is our exceptional customer service and support — visit us today and discover your new favorite store!
425-391-8171 735 Gilman Blvd www.suburbansoul.net
Next to R.E.I. in the Commons
From left to right, Yuliya Boltach receptionist, Simone Isturis Veterinary Assistant, Brook Nicholson receptionist, Kristen Gardner Veterinary technician, Kathryn Christensen Veterinary Assistant, William Hougham DVM, Sukhdeep Brar DVM, Rachel Bangs Receptionist
Klahanie Center Veterinary Hospital has been providing quality and compassionate care to the residents of the Sammamish Plateau since 1998. Located next to Klahanie QFC, our convenient hours and same day appointments 7 days a week fit even the busiest schedules. Dr. Brar and Dr. Hougham provide everything from routine care, specialized surgery, emergency care and laser therapy. Our therapy laser has been successful in non-invasively relieving pain for many beloved pets. Call today for an appointment!
Klahanie Center Veterinary Hospital 4582 Klahanie Drive SE Issaquah, WA 98029 • (425) 392-3110
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Randee Fox / Blue Heron Ranch in Sammamish
Randee owns and operates Blue Heron Ranch - Nia Dance and horsemanship classes. Nia is a wildly fun and energetic movement class that combines dance, martial arts and Yoga on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays at 9:30 AM. Newcomers welcome - any fitness level. She’s available for dance parties and special events as dance instructor too. She also teaches progressive horsemanship with her well-trained and gentle horses. www.randeefox.com randee@randeefox.com / 425-868-3475
25025 NE 8th St Sammamish, WA 98074 425-868-3475 www.randeefox.com
From left, Michelle, Adam and Craig Walker
Plateau Computer, a family business in the Klahanie Shopping Center is the plateau’s only full service computer shop. Their primary business is virus removal and tune-ups, but offer so much more. They have a friendly and informative sales staff and service all MAC and PC products, both new and refurbished. They also are authorized retailers for Clear, Qwest/ Century Link, Dish Network and DirecTV.
Bring in your PC, mention the Issaquah Press and receive 20% discount toward your service. 4534 Klahanie Dr. SE Issaquah 425-837-5483 www.plateaucomputer.com
Karen Zeivel, Office Manager & Kirsten O’Malley, Founder/Executive Director
In-Home Tutoring has never been so easy! The Learning Curve is the only Eastside educational service to offer tutoring as well as fully-accredited high school credit courses in all subjects from 6th to 12th grade. Kirsten and her team of tutors are local, know your child’s curriculum, and earn 100% satisfaction from TLC parents every year. “We meet with every family and child to ensure the perfect fit with a tutor and fully guarantee your first lesson,” says owner Kirsten O’Malley.
www.TLCeducation.org
425-562-3545 • info@TLCeducation.org
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From left, Dennis Dossett, Korinne Gang, Jean Luo, Margaret McElroy, Alexander Dewar and Alan McElroy.
The byline for the Margaret M Center for Intuitive Arts is “Where body, mind, and soul meet, and where personal and business success begins.” It provides an environment for personal growth to facilitate personal success, development, and awareness based on your individual journey and offers workshops and classes for business success as well as individual counseling and personal development and a free metaphysical library. Visit www.MargaretMcElroy.com for directions and a listing of services.
14401 Issaquah-Hobart Rd. SE, #303 Issaquah, WA 98027 (425) 270-3270 www.MargaretMcElroy.com
Bruce and Denise Johnson
Salmon Days are fast approaching and local business owners Bruce and Denise Johnson invite you to join them and many others, creek side, at their Field Of Champions Sports Bar and Grill. Great views, great ambience and great food make Field of Champions an everyday destination for local families, sports fans and business “lunchers” alike. The sports theme makes the restaurant as much about fun as it is about good food...and yes, they do carry NFL SUNDAY TICKET!”
425.392.7111 385 NW Gilman Blvd Issaquah www.fieldofchampionshipsbg.com
From left, Sanh Ly, Nancy Cindric, Bronwyn McHardy-Welch, Betty Berg, Sue Jensen and Kelly Jensen
Over the past fifteen years, Plateau Jewelers has earned a reputation for brilliant craftsmanship in fine jewelry and outstanding customer service. Our graduate gemologist, experienced designers, and master craftsmen create premier custom designs. What’s more, we create this fine-crafted jewelry right in our store using the latest technology. To serve you better we are remodeling our store. During construction you can find us three doors down from our normal location. So if you are looking for beautiful jewelry, and want to build a relationship with a professional jeweler, stop by this gem of a jewelry store. We are conveniently located on the Sammamish Plateau in the Pine Lake Plaza.
2830 228th Ave SE #B Sammamish, WA 98075
425-313-0657
www.plateaujewelers.com
BACK ROW: Lara Snead, Tim Johnson, Marcia Roling, Deidre Case, Arlene Carter FRONT ROW: Nancy Dunn, Holly Hanken, Ursula Potter, Barbara Schaefer, Olivia Ma, Colleen Hardy, Amy Lewis, Andrea Abercrombie, Jodell Etter, Johann Neethling VERY FRONT: The tail of Stevie, our Munchkin cat.
Located on the south end of the Sammamish Plateau, Providence Marianwood provides excellent skilled nursing care with respect and compassion in a peaceful and healing environment. Specializing in short term post-hospitalization care and rehab and long term nursing care, Marianwood is always “Here when you need us”! You are welcome to come for a tour. Call (425) 391-2873 to schedule an appointment. Marianwood is also a great place to volunteer. Check our website for complete information.
3725 Providence Point Drive SE Issaquah, WA 98029 (425) 391-2800 www.providencemarianwood.org
Who’s Who Business Yearbook 2011 Produced by the advertising department of From left, Owner Janet Bequette, Allison Bequette, Chris Hutchings, Director Kyungah Kim and Byounghwan Kim.
TLC Academy has built on each child’s unique gifts and talents in a quality educational environment for 31 years. TLC Academy offers Montessori education for toddlers (18-36 months), preschool (3-5 years) and kindergarten children in a peaceful, caring and respectful way. Students are enriched with quality Montessori curriculum and weekly Spanish, music and movement classes.
Photos by Greg Farrar and Review staff or courtesy of businesses
In addition to a variety of class schedules, TLC offers before and after school care, as well as planned programs during scheduled breaks and an exciting summer camp with themed activities.
To learn more about our programs, please visit, www.tlceducation.com or call to schedule a tour today. 425.868.1943
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The warmth of a small town... the comfort of a small community
Bellevue ENT Clinic provides care, both medical and surgical, of the ears, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck. We also offer full service allergy evaluation and treatment as well as diagnostic hearing tests and hearing aid dispensing by our doctors of audiology and certified audiologists. We have been operating in Bellevue for over 40 years and we specialize in both pediatric and adult ENT. We strive to provide high quality, compassionate care.
Issaquah
Bellevue
Proliance Surgeons Building 510 8th Ave NE Suite 310 • Issaquah
1135 116th Ave NE #500 Bellevue
A Proliance Care Center
(425) 454-3938 www.bellevueent.com
Red Oak – We are an active adult and customized assisted living care offered in a smaller more personable community at the foot of Mount Si. Our caring staff insures our residents’ comfort and happiness. We offer a smaller, more personal retirement community adjacent to both thriving community activities and a tranquil parkland. Our location provides serenity and ease of access. Real life – Real Fun – Real living. Day and night, our staff is “on duty” to assure 24-hour security and prompt response in case of emergency.
We care about your quality of life. Voted Best in Snoqualmie Valley 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010!
425.888.7108 • 650 E. North Bend Way • North Bend
From left, Cary Porter, Stan Chang, Marisa Ormando, Doug Young
abellahomes is now part of The Cascade Team We are pleased to welcome Stan Chang and Marisa Ormando to The Cascade Team. This husband & wife team previously worked at Sammamish Realty for the past several years. They are top sales agents in Sammamish & are actively involved in serving their community. They are proud to be considered Friends of Sammamish Rotary. We are very excited to bring such high quality brokers providing SOS (SIMPLY OUTRAGEOUS SERVICE! NOT OUTRAGEOUS COMMISSIONS!). Visit them at www.abellahomes.com
425-396-4569 www.thecascadeteam.com
425-445-9616 (Mobile)
“Pioneer in conserving the natural biospheres,” Dan Moon creates Living Art. Extensive knowledge, years of experience and total commitment to making your aquatic dreams come true; Dan’s passion for reef aquariums is unmatched. For installation and maintenance, as well as help with design, call for a free consultation. Contact Dan to see his work...you haven’t seen anything like it in the Northwest!
Dan Moon 425 292 9761 or dmoonfish@hotmail.com Web site under construction
Tony Fuentes, Owner
The staff of Sammamish Review may seem small, but it is backed up with many colleagues from the other three newspapers published by Issaquah Press Inc. From left, advertising account rep Vickie Singsaas, reporter Chris Huber, editor Ari Cetron, reporter Caleb Heeringa and publisher Debbie Berto.
425-392-6434 www.sammamishreview.com
German Car Specialists, Inc. has been servicing fine German Automobiles on the Eastside since 1979. German Car Specialists has become somewhat of a legacy, with the children of our founding customers now bringing their automotive needs to our establishment on a regular basis. Combining specialized factory equipment, knowledgeable technicians and great customer service, German Car Specialists has earned a reputation that can be trusted. We are centrally located in the Factoria area of Bellevue, and have a shuttle available for convenient transport. Please come by any time and learn how our extensive experience and service can help enhance your ownership of your Mercedes-Benz®, BMW®, or Audi®.
425-644-7770 12408 SE 38th Bellevue, WA 98006 www.germanauto.com
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Events
Bottle RockIt in Pine Lake Park
SAMMI splash, an exhibition of artwork from this year’s SAMMI awards and a preview of works that will be at this year’s Sammamish Art Fair, runs through Sept. 30 at Providence Marianwood, 3725 Providence Point Drive S.E.. An artist reception is set for 6-7:30 p.m. Aug. 17. It is free and open to the public.
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Sammamish Days, a family-friendly festival, will happen at 11 a.m. Aug. 13 The KidsFirst Noontime series concert will feature Recess Monkey at noon Aug. 16 at East Sammamish Park.
Concert in the Park summer concert series features “The Sammamish Symphony” from 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 18 at Pine Lake Park. Concert in the Park summer concert series features “Soul Purpose” from 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 25 at Pine Lake Park.
Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery is holding a new volunteer training program from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 27. Email Volunteer Coordinator Beverly Lee at volunteer@issaquahfish.org.
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The KidsFirst Noontime series concert will feature Nate Weinstein, a Harry Potter impersonator, at noon Aug. 29 at Ebright Creek Park. The Sammamish Farmer’s Market runs from 4-8 p.m. every Wednesday at City Hall.
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Free Fly Casting Clinic. The Trout Unlimited chapter of Bellevue-Issaquah will hold its annual fly casting clinic where beginning anglers can learn Concert in the Park summer concert series features “BottleRockIt” from 6:30-8 p.m. basic castAug. 11 at Pine Lake Park. ing techniques while seasoned anglers can fine tune their skills and learn new techniques. All can benefit from tips by professional fly casters. The clinic will be held in the pavilion area of Beaver Lake Park on August 10 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Sammamish Nights, an adults-only evening of wine, food and jazz is set for 6 p.m. Aug. 12
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Volunteer opportunities
Sammamish Medical Reserve Corps is seeking retired medical and non-medical workers. meetings 6:30-8 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month at Eastside Fire & Rescue Station 82. Email MRC@sammamishcitizencorps.oeg. Visit residents in nursing homes. Friend to Friend matches volunteers with residents in Sammamish nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Volunteers are asked to visit residents a couple of times a month for a year. Orientation will be provided. Background check required. Call 1-888-383-7818. Evergreen Healthcare is seeking volunteers to help serve patients throughout King County. Volunteers, who will be assigned to help people in their own neighborhoods, provide companionship, run errands, do light household work, or give a break to primary caregivers. Volunteers will be supported by hospital staff. Call 899-1040 or visit www.evergreenhealthcare.org/hospice. The King County LongTerm Care Ombudsman Program needs certified longterm care ombudsman volunteers. After completing a fourday training program, visit with residents, take and
resolve complaints and advocate for residents. Volunteers are asked to donate four hours a week and attend selected monthly meetings. Contact Cheryl Kakalia at 206-6946827. Eastside Bluebills is a Boeing retiree volunteer organization that strives to provide opportunities for retirees to help others in need and to assist charitable and nonprofit organizations 10 a.m.-noon, the third Wednesday of the month at the Bellevue Regional Library. Call 2353847. LINKS, Looking Into the Needs of Kids in Schools, places community volunteers in the schools of the Lake Washington School District. Opportunities include tutoring, classroom assistance and lunch buddy. Email links@lwsd.org or visit www.linksvolunteer.org. Eastside Baby Corner needs volunteers to sort incoming donations of clothing and toys and prepare items for distribution. Visit www.babycorner.org. Volunteers are needed to visit homebound patrons with the King County Library System’s Traveling Library See VOLUNTEER, Page 21
Mary, Queen of Peace youth groups are for children in sixtheighth grade and ninth-12th grades. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. Sundays. Call the church at 3911178, ext. 129. Faith United Methodist Church offers “Faith Cafe” for women of all ages. Drop-in coffee time, scrapbooking/stamping, mom and baby playgroup, quilting/knitting and walking group, classes, studies and themed days. 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Call Jo Lucas at 837-1948. Healing Prayer Service. If you desire to make space for God in a peaceful setting. The fourth Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., at Pine Lake Covenant Church. Email tamara@missiolux.org or call 890-3913. Celebrate Recovery, a Christcentered program offering support. Mondays, 7-9 p.m., Pine Lake Covenant Church. Visit www.missiolux.org, or call 3928636. Griefshare, a support group for those who have lost a loved one is from 7-9 p.m. Thursdays at Sammamish Presbyterian Church. Moms In Touch is an interdenominational prayer support group for moms to pray for children and schools. Call Jan Domek, (Issaquah School District) 681-6770, or Kelly Wotherspoon, (Lake Washington School District) 392-2291, or visit www.MomsInTouch.org. Pine Lake Covenant Church offers a ministry for children with special needs at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Call 392-8636. “Caffeine for the Soul,” a Judaic and Torah class for women, is from 1-1:45 p.m. Tuesdays at Caffé Ladro in Issaquah Highlands Shopping Center. Call Chabad of the Central Cascades 427-1654. See FAITH, Page 21
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Join the club Rotaract, a community service for young adults ages 1830 sponsored by the Sammamish Rotary, meets twice a month. Email scott.brewer@sammamishrotary.org. The La Leche League is committed to helping mothers breastfeed. They plan to meet on the second Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m.-noon at Fire Station 83 Visit www.lllusa.org/web/Sammamish WA. Block Party Quilters meets
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at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at Mary, Queen of Peace Church. Visit www.bpquilters.org. The Social Justice Book Group meets at 10 a.m. the third Monday of each month in Sammamish. Email hineswa@live.com. Teen late night. The second Friday of each month is teen night at the Redmond/Sammamish Boys and Girls Clubs. Music, dancing, games, Xbox and Wii, movies, food and more. An ASB or ID card is required for admittance. The fee is $6. Email ahise@positiveplace.org or call 250-4786. A support group for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s. Caregivers gain emotional support, learn and
will offer a fun filled-workshop for Spanish-speaking families to learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare children for Kindergarten, 11 a.m. August 13.
at the library Musik Nest, for children ages 2-3 with an adult. Share songs, dance, rhythm and new ways to enjoy music with your toddler, 7 p.m. August 11. Spanish Celebration with Stories and Songs, for birth to 5 years with an adult. To celebrate Sammamish Days, the library
Mother Daughter Book Club will discuss The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis, 3 p.m. August 27. Farmers Market Writing Workshop, for ages 13 and older. Join other writers as we search the Farmers Market for inspiration, then spend a summer evening writing, sharing our work and learning from each other, 4:30 p.m. August 10 and 17.
share their experiences 6:30-8 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at Faith United Methodist Church. Call 6171936. The Rotary Club of Sammamish meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at the Bellewood Retirement Apartments. Visit www.sammamishrotary.org. The Sammamish Fit Club, a club looking to improve the health of the community, meets from 7:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Call Trish at 206-605-0679 or email whyweight@comcast.net. Cascade Republican Women’s Club meets at 11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at the Plateau Club. Call 861-7910.
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Center program. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation. Call Susan LaFantasie at 369-3235. Sammamish Citizen Corps Council needs volunteers to help support the Community Emergency Response Team and other groups. Email info@sammamishcitizencorps.org, visit www.sammamishcitizencorps.org or attend the meeting from 7-8 p.m. first Wednesday of every month at Fire Station 82.
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Teen Writers’ Group, 3:30 p.m. August 16. Cover Art and Cupcakes, an art exhibition for teens. Design a book cover for your favorite book or an imaginary one. Pick up an entry form at the Sammamish or Issaquah Library and turn it in by August 15. Exhibition will take place at 2 p.m. August 19. The Sammamish Book Group will discuss Garlic and Sapphires: the Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise by Ruth Reichl, 7 p.m. August 17.
Free Hebrew classes are offered through Chabad of the Central Cascades. Call 4271654. Kabalat Shabbat 7 p.m., Fridays, the Chabad House at the Issaquah Highlands. Call 427-1654. Learn to read and speak Samskritam at the Vedic Cultural Center. Visit www.vedicculturalcenter.org.
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Volunteer drivers are needed for the Senior Services Volunteer Transportation Program. Flexible hours, mileage, parking reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance are offered. Call 206-448-5740. Guide Dogs for the Blind Eager Eye Guide Pups Club needs volunteers to raise puppies for use as guide dogs for the blind. Email sjbonsib@aol.com. Volunteer Chore Services links volunteers with seniors or individuals who are disabled and are living on a limited income. Call 425-284-2240.
Community Bible Study, open to all women, meets Thursday mornings. Visit www.redmondcbs.org. Bhajan Bliss. Musicians and singers teach the traditional devotional bhajan. Vegetarian food. 7:30-9 p.m., Fridays at the Vedic Cultural Center. Divorce Recovery, a seminar for those going through separation or divorce or trying to move on from divorce, weekly from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., September 13 to November 29 at Pine Lake Covenant Church. Call 425 392-8636 or visit www.plcc.org
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Issaquah school bus driver rides in the ‘roadeo’ By Laura Geggel
Rookie Kelly Rupp started driving school buses this year, but the greenhorn has already earned himself a place at the international school bus “roadeo.” Rupp placed second at the Washington Association for Pupil Transportation State Roadeo June 26 in Yakima. His co-worker, Joe Lee, placed 16th out of 26 competing bus drivers. Rupp began driving this year after seeing how much his children liked their bus drivers. “I have a daughter who goes to Beaver Lake and a son who goes to Endeavour,” he said. “I was watching my kids get on the bus and I would see the impact the bus driver has on a child’s day.” He started driving in November, and hit the books with his colleagues in February, studying for the Annual Puget Sound Regional Bus Roadeo Competition, held May 14. Bus drivers and coaches Becky Flaherty and Kathy Garrison volunteered to prep them for the roadeo. “The roadeo is really about safety,” Rupp said. “Our job is to get kids to and from school. The rodeo is about knowing your
second and the rest of their colleagues scored within the top 28 spots out of 68 drivers. After placing second at state, Rupp traveled to Baltimore, Md., July 16-17 where he placed 14th. “For our driver to come in second in his very first state competition, it’s outstanding and I’m humbled that he’s worked so hard,” district Director of Transportation Jo Porter said.
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Issaquah School District bus driver Kelly Rupp placed second at the Washington Association for Pupil Transportation State Roadeo on June 26 in Yakima. rules and regulations.” In all, the district sent eight drivers to the regional competi-
tion — the drivers claiming the No. 1 spot in the team championship category and the top three
slots in the rookie category. At the regional competition, Rupp placed first, Lee placed
The three-part test At the state championship, Rupp and Lee completed three different challenges: a written test, a pre-trip examination and an obstacle-driving course. The written test is a multiple choice and short-answer exam. “They’re really wacky questions,” Lee said. “They’ll ask questions, like what kind of fire extinguishers do you have to have on a school bus and how far from a railroad track are you required to stop safely?” The pre-trip is just like the daily check all drivers do before they leave the bus barn to pick up students. In addition, drivers have to know the inner workings of their bus, answering questions about the suspension system or See BUS, Page 23
A singular sensation Sammamish woman opens the Redmond Academy of Theatre Arts, presents ‘A Chorus Line’ By Monisha Gulabani With school districts cutting back on arts education, Sammamish resident Kelly Willis felt the need to open a youth theater school in the area. “The arts are vital to a balanced education,” she said. “Through drama, music and dance, we implant confidence building skills in our children. Fostering such skills helps the kids to realize who they are and what they have to offer.” The Redmond Academy of Theatre Arts offers classes in acting, voice, dance and musical theater for students ages 3 through 18. ‘The Academy Jr. Players,’ the performing arm of the organization, made their debut last weekend with the musical “A Chorus Line.”
The academy is dedicated to “improving the education and communication of children in the community through drama, music and dance,” said Willis. As the founder and artistic director of the academy, Willis has toured nationally and performed locally with the Fifth Avenue Theatre, Village Theatre, Eastside Musical Theatre and Leavenworth Summer Music Theatre. In addition to her professional performances, she has choreographed and directed youth productions for over 25 years. A 17-year Sammamish resident, Willis is involved with the drama programs at various schools in the Lake Washington School District, including Evergreen Junior High, Redmond Junior High, Redmond High
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Students perform a number from ‘A Chorus Line’ under the glare of the stage lights. School and Eastlake High School. Willis also served as an artistic director at the Washington Academy of Performing Arts for
seven years. When the Washington Academy closed in 2004, “it left behind a huge gap in performing arts for kids on the
Eastside,” said Willis. One of the 26 students who See ARTS, Page 23
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announces honor roll Sammamish resident Patrick Denton made the honor roll at the University of Kansas this spring. Denton is a graduate of Redmond High School and is currently studying at the university’s School of Engineering. Jon Ferrell and Madelaine Warner
Madelaine Warner engaged Sammamish resident Madelaine Warner is engaged to Jon Ferrell, of Issaquah. The future bride’s parents are Ken and Rebecca Warner, of Sammamish, and the future groom’s parents are Pattie and Dale Ferrell, of Spokane, Warner is a 2005 graduate of Eastlake High School and a 2009 graduate of the University of Washington with a degree in economics. She is now a business analyst at Boeing. Ferrell is currently working as a Verizon store manager. He graduated from Mt. Spokane High School in 1999 and the University of Washington in 2011 with a degree in business management and marketing.
University of Idaho Announces Graduates Ryan Patrick Kilroy and Kameron Elliot Nordyke, of Sammamish, graduated from the University of Idaho this spring. Kilroy earned a B.S. in political science and Nordyke earned a B.S. in journalism.
Karl Jansen weds Corinne Fulton Karl Jansen married Corinne Fulton on June 25 at Huron Hills Church in Ann Arbor, Mich. The bride and groom are Ann Arbor residents. The bride’s parents are Kevin and Terry Fulton of Sammamish. The groom’s parents are Norman and Krystal Jansen of Portage, Mich. Corinne Fulton and Karl Jansen are both University of Michigan graduates. Fulton is an elementary school teacher. w/pic Upchurch, Ritchmond
Matt Tebo and Jessica Pixler
Jessica Pixler engaged Boulder, Colo. residents Matt Tebo and Jessica Pixler will get married on Dec. 12, 2011 at Mary, Queen of Peace in Sammamish. The future bride’s parents are Jeff and Nancy Pixler of Sammamish and the future groom’s parents are Mike and Chris Tebo of Albuquerque, N.M. Jessica Pixler attended Eastlake High School and Seattle Pacific University, where she earned a BA in English literature in 2010. She is currently a graduate student at the University of Colorado and expects to graduate in 2012 with a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. Matt Tebo attended high school in Albuquerque and the University of Colorado, where he earned a BFA in studio arts in 2011. He is now a professional runner with the Boulder Track Club.
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performed in ‘A Chorus Line’ the weekend of July 16, Emma Broback has been taking voice and theater lessons from Willis for the past four years. “Participating in drama has really increased my self-confidence,” said Broback. “I can speak in front of a crowd and not get choked up. I’m much more comfortable in my own skin,” she added. “There are a lot of directors out there,” said Vicky Broback, Emma Broback’s mother. “But there are not a lot who can direct children, and direct them in such a loving way.” In addition to her ongoing classes at the academy, Willis will be directing four more productions throughout the 20112012 season. The next musical, ‘How to Eat Like a Child and Other Lessons in Not Being a Grown-up,’ will be showing on Aug. 25- 28. According to Vicky Broback, her two children keep coming back to learn from Willis because she sets high standards and encourages her students to improve on their skills. “Not only does Kelly believe that I can be my best, but she helps me to believe it too,” said Emma Broback. “The Redmond Academy of Theatre Arts is just a very nurturing place,” said Vicky Broback.
the air supply system. “You have to be able to explain those and describe those to see if they are in proper working order,” Rupp said. Finally, drivers steel themselves for the driving test. Each transit bus is 40 feet long, and the contestants have to parallel park it in a 46-foot spot and be no more than three inches away from the curb. Bus drivers have to weave their buses through marked tennis ball lines, and “if you even graze the tennis ball, points are deducted,” Rupp said. “It’s kind of nerve wracking. It takes a lot of concentration to go through without hitting anything.” He got zero points for one
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exercise. “I put my blinker on when I came into the event. When you turn a wheel it cancels your signal,” he said. “I didn’t catch it for 15 or 20 seconds, so I got zero points.” Even so, “It’s all in good nature and fun,” he said. About 15 Issaquah bus drivers came to state to see their friends compete, cheering for them the whole time. Rupp had kind words for his co-worker, Lee. “Joe is a great steward of the transportation community,” Rupp said. “He’s an excellent driver.” Lee began driving after he moved to Issaquah to be closer to his grandchildren in 2007. “I do the roadeo because it really makes me a better driver,” Lee said. “Everything that we learn translates into how safely we can operate the bus.”
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Must-see hiking trail features alpine lake views By Christopher Huber
and at about 1.5 miles in you will traverse alongside a rushing If you take one hike all year, creek. The land flattens out for a make plans for the Talapus and bit as you pass through a boggy Olallie area. The mud Lakes trail. is thick in Located areas, but the near Washington Snoqualmie Trails Pass, the Association trail starts advises to try higher up and stay on than many the trail, so as of the poputo not further lar trails in erode the land the Lower next to the Snoqualmie path. Valley and Admire the takes hikers old-growth past pristine trees that creeks and tower over the peaceful fortrail. If your est through shoes get too Key Features the Alpine muddy, take a Lakes Roundtrip: about five-six miles dip and wash Wilderness Highest point: 3,780 feet them off in area. On a Elevation gain: 1,220 feet Talapus Lake, hot and Maps and guidebooks: Day a bit more sunny day, Hiking: Snoqualmie Pass (Nelson than two miles the trek to & Bauer - Mountaineers Books); in. At 3,250 Talapus and Green Trails Bandera No. 206. feet, the Olallie lakes Source: Washington Trails lakeshore provides Association offers a few ample shade pull-off points while offerwhere hikers ing breathtaking views of two can rest and enjoy the sweeping glimmering turquoise lakes surviews and rocky hillside across rounded by mountains. It’s famithe lake. ly friendly and well-maintained. When you’re ready, head up Even in the middle of a weektoward Olallie Lake, about a mile day the trailhead parking lot farther up the trail. It traverses could be teeming with groups of through a valley and signage proeager visitors. Don’t let that disvides ample direction to and courage you from pressing ahead, from the lakes. though. At about 0.7 mile from Once on the well-maintained Talapus, keep left at the small trail, the crowds spread out and junction to continue on to the far you might quickly find yourself end of the lake. Or head toward alone with the birds and butterthe shoreline clearing to the right flies in a serene sub-alpine wonof the trail. Olallie Lake seems to derland. have more room for hikers to The broad trail gradually admire the glorious views right at climbs up for about a mile of the water’s edge. switchbacks. You’ll cross into the See HIKE, Page 25 Alpine Lakes Wilderness area
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Enjoy views of the rock fields and alpine wilderness surrounding Talapus Lake.
Li Wang nearly wins state title
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Li Wang makes a putt during a tournament earlier this summer.
Li Wang, 16 of Sammamish, shot his lowest round of the state tournament — 70 strokes — July 29 to finish third in his age group at the 2011 Washington Junior Golf Association State Championship. Wang, an incoming junior at Eastlake, shot a 72-71-70 for an overall score of 213 and finished three strokes behind winner Tyler Salsbury, of Enumclaw. Wang was one of three Sammamish golfers who placed in their respective age group at the state tournament July 27-29 in Walla Walla. In typical fashion, Sammamish’s Brian Mogg and Kirkland’s Frank Garber duked it out for first in the boys age 14-15 competition. Garber relied on his firstround 72 (Mogg shot a 75) to be the difference by three strokes. They both shot a 70 and 71 in the second and third rounds, respectively and Mogg finished second with a score of 216. In the girls 12-13 age group, Sammamish’s Ashley Fitzgibbons placed second with a score of 241, just one stroke shy of winner Sarah Lawrence, of Duvall. Fitzgibbons shot an opening round 81, a 78 in the second and closed out the tournament with an 83.
Eastlake Little League takes 3rd in state The Eastlake Little League Majors team took third place at the state championship tournament at Fort Vancouver, Wash. The District 9 champs went 3-2 overall and lost its bid for the title game when it lost July 29 to Kent 7-1. Eastlake beat Kent the first time it faced the District 10 champs, 5-1 on July 24 to advance to the quarterfinals. After beating Salmon Creek 10-0 July 26, Eastlake went on to face eventual state champs North Bothell. It lost 6-3 in that semifinal contest. In the title game, North Bothell beat Kent 5-3 July 30.
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And the towering fir trees sport beard-like lichen growth that make the scene feel like a Dr. Seuss book.Take a deep breath and soak up the sun on the rocks. This trek may help hikers calm nerves after a stressful workweek or simply to appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds Western Washington residents.
Getting there: From Sammamish, drive east on I-90 to exit 45 (Forest Road 9030). Turn left under the freeway on FR 9030. In one mile, bear right at the junction. Continue straight to the trailhead at the end of the road. Reporter Christopher Huber can be reached at 392-6434, ext. 242, or chuber@isspress.com. Comment on this story at www.SammamishReview.com. Photos by Christopher Huber
At left, lichens grow on towering fir trees at Olallie Lake. At right, hikers pass over a creek as the trail flattens out and winds through a boggy area toward Talapus and Olallie lakes.
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How green can your lawn be? Tips from a pro to help keep the grass greener on your side By David Hayes
Drive through any neighborhood, and there always seems to be that one house with the lawn so immaculate that it cries out for a golf ball to be putted across its pristine surface. Whether a labor of love or through the outside hands of professionals, many homeowners are becoming more conscious of how they got their lawn that way. As such, they’ve educated themselves about the affects of their lawn care upon local lakes and streams. The latest trend is natural lawn care, which features mulch mowing, wise watering, and using natural alternatives to fertilizers and pesticides. Dave Rogers, owner of Issaquah Landscaping, shared some tips to help keep your lawn (and the waters) healthy, beautiful and pesticide free while using less water throughout the summer. “The biggest thing you can do for your lawn is to mulch,” Rogers said. “It returns nitrates to the lawn.” To properly mulch, Rogers recommends a double-bladed lawn
mower and to mow high. Mowing thumb,” Rogers said. “But here in high, about two inches, leaves the Pacific Northwest, you kind the grass clippings on the lawn. of have to play it by ear.” They add nutrients back to the Most lawns wouldn’t need to soil and reduce the need to fertilbe watered on a 50-degree day, ize as much. he said. But it’s pretty important To help an unhealthy lawn as temperatures climb to about return to a luscious green the 70 degrees. neighbor on the other side of the The trick is to water deeply fence would envy, try compostand infrequently. Wet the entire ing. root zone each time and then let “Cedar Grove Composting has it mostly dry out before watering many options that will add liquid again. Even in the heat of the nutrients back to the lawn,” he summer, most lawns don’t need said. more than one Whichever inch of water “The biggest thing you product is used, per week. can do for your lawn is spread a 1/4“If your to mulch. It returns inch layer and lawn has an rake it in when irrigation sysnitrates to the lawn.” the yard would tem, simply – Dave Rogers, normally be place an Landscaper – fertilized. If the empty tuna soil is compactcan out there,” ed, try aerating Rogers said. first. “Once there’s a half-inch of water The need to fertilize drops dra- in the can, your rate is about one matically when mulching and inch per hour.” composting. But Rogers said if Lastly, when it comes to a you’re set in your ways and must lawn where weeds have become fertilize, go organic. an unwelcome presence, there’s “There are organic fertilizers only one method to remove them that use chicken manure in pellet under natural lawn care. form,” he said. “Mechanical,” Rogers said. Fertilize moderately and with “You gotta dig them out.” a slow-release or organic fertilizHe added if you find yourself er. At most, fertilize lawns twice leaving big patches cleared out a year, in late May and early by removing the invaders, just September. reseed the former battleground. Living in a region wetter than The effort will be well worth it. the national average, the rules for “Once you’ve got your lawn watering vary. back to a healthy stand of grass, “Usually, it’s about one inch of that will keep the weeds out,” he water per week, as a rule of said.
There’s still hope for gardening in 2011 By Jane Garrison
Sure, the bees weren’t around to pollinate anything this spring. And to be sure, it rained steadily day after day, producing record cool temperatures. And yes, on top of that, we have very little to harvest this year from vegetable gardens and fruit trees in our region. Still, there is hope. You can still plant in Western Washington for harvest this fall and winter. Unfortunately, nurseries don’t carry rooted starts at this time of year, so you have to plant seeds. You can plant broccoli, some types of cabbage, cornsalad (lamb’s lettuce), leaf lettuce, mustard greens, spinach and turnips now; and garlic, shallots and chives in late October. You need to be careful about varieties and choose the most winter-hardy. If you had started your seeds in July you would have many more choices. Here’s the best part: row covers. In days gone by, gardeners used glass cloches, bell jars and any cover they could think of to
extend the growing season. My dad used old, glass windows. With the development of new technology and materials we have something better. We have row covers, a white man-made fabric for both supported tunnels and floating applications. The material comes in long rolls in varied widths and is readily available at garden centers. Most types do not insulate very much. The air temperature under cover is about the same as the temperature outside of the cover. That means other conditions inside are improved enough to develop stronger plant growth and a better chance for survival through the extended season. The most exciting part is that our test gardens in Mount Vernon are reporting successful harvests of eggplant, bittermelons and peppers. May I remind you that Mount Vernon is in cool, wet Western Washington? That means the less demanding tomatoes, beans and squash could be a sure deal for most gardeners around here.
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ginning in late August. Position includes caring for children ages 18 months to 6 years old, organizing activities, hiring and scheduling staff. Experience working with groups of children preferred. Interested candidates contact Christal@tlceducation.com or visit our website at www.tlcedcuation.com
4 BRIDGESTONE BLIZZACK 205/55R16 studless snow tires, $300.00, used 1 season, 425-392-3548
134-Help Wanted
Issaquah, WA
23-Rooms for Rent
PART-TIME ADVERTISING REP
Performs a variety of clerical & confidential duties while supporting Fire Administration & elected boards/commissions. Proficiency in office software, minute taking, & front desk reception a must. Valid WA driver’s license, HS diploma or GED, & min. 2 years exp. required. Must be bondable & insurable. 2011 salary $3,794.40/month plus benefits. App. packets avail. 7/20/11, EF&R Headquarters, 175 Newport Way NW, Issaquah (9-11 a.m. & 1-4 p.m.). Submit app., resume, complete driver’s abstract, & photocopy of diploma & valid driver’s license to same address by 4 p.m. 8/15/11. A $15 application fee is required.
That’s so thrilling that I’m about ready to try to grow something edible in my shady, sodden yard again. The downside that I see is that weeds like it under those covers, too, so you need to mulch with black plastic. Raised beds with mulched paths between would certainly simplify this problem. In addition, you need to remove the row covers for pollination to occur. Read up on it. It’s a very exciting concept. Visit our website at www.kingcountymg.org and pick up all sorts of ideas. Look at our Fact Sheet No. 41, “Fall and Winter Vegetable Gardening,” and Fact Sheet No. 19, “Row Covers for Vegetable Gardens.” If you are stressed out by little produce from all your hard work, know that there are things you can do. You could be harvesting throughout the entire year in our climate. Now that would be really huge.
#1 COMMERCIAL REAL Estate Loans. Fast Cash//Closings. Equity Driven, Multi-Use, Warehouses, Manufacturing, Retail, business/Medical Offices. Timely complex Deals. Call Gary 1-877-493-1324 www.shepsfunding.com <w>
Jane Garrison is a local landscape architect and master gardener who gardens in glacial till on the plateau.
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44-Business Opportunity BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, Established dry cleaning business in sunny Sequim. Great lease, great location, great price! Training available. Call Ed or Nancy 360-683-2642. Serious buyers only please. $165,900. <w> PROFITABLE WASHINGTON BUSINESS for sale by Owners. Many Types, Sizes, Locations, Terms. $25K-$25M. Other States Available. Affiliated Business Consultants: 1800-617-4204, www. BizSale. com <w>
63-Items for Sale/Trade ART SUPPLIES AND books, $3-$10, 425-837-9816 HELEN MIRREN AT the BBC 5-disc set, 9 shows, $30/all OBO. 206-719-1527
509-593-4214 95-Parts & Repair
The Issaquah Press seeks a motivated, outgoing person in advertising sales for our award-winning community newspaper group. Work with the friendly merchants of Newcastle and nearby. Take over a developed territory with room to grow. If you have the motivation to sell and a passion for great customer service, we want to meet you! Training provided. You will help clients develop advertising campaigns and annual plans, and communicate with our graphics department to develop the ads. You must have the ability to juggle many deadlines and details, have basic computer experience, good grammar skills, and thrive on your own success. Reliable transportation needed, mileage allowance provided. Average 20 hours week/very flexible. Join our fun team! Email cover letter, resume and references to: jgreen@isspress.com AFTERSCHOOL SUPERVISOR: TLC ACADEMY is a premier Montessori school located on the Sammamish Plateau offering quality education for over 30 years. Seeking part-time Afterschool Supervisor five days a week for approximately 20 hours (Monday - Friday 2:00pm-6:00pm) be-
ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)
EASTSIDE FIRE & RESCUE
EOE/ADA compliant. 141-Childcare STAY-AT-HOME MOM WILL care for child, fall 2011, Sammamish home. Excellent references available, 425-283-2068
146-Health & Fitness FREE FIRST NIA CLASS! Exhilarating, high energy fusion movement class combining dance, martial arts, healing arts to soul-stirring music. Blue Heron Ranch Studio, Sammamish. Tues, Thurs, Sat 9:30AM; every other Wed 6:30PM.
More info: 425-868-3475 www.randeefox.com http://www.nianow.com/ dancin-cowgirl
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