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North Bend council to send long-term prisoners to Yakima By Dylan Chaffin dchaffin@snovalleystar.com North Bend will now have the option to send their longterm prisoners to Yakima, as per a decision made by the North Bend City Council at its Oct. 6 meeting. In an effort to reduce the city’s jail costs, the Snoqualmie Police Department looked at other contracts with jailers in Chelan and Yakima counties, Chief Steve McCulley told the council. Right now, the city transports nonfelony offenders to Issaquah, where the city pays $100 a day to hold them. If a felony is committed, that person is sent to the King County Jail in Seattle, where they are held for $150 a day, on top of a $220 booking fee. Yakima provides its own transportation to the jail and will only cost the city $55 a day. The motion passed unanimously. North Bend has consistently designated about $100,000 in
the budget for jail costs, but since the Snoqualmie Police department took over two years ago, actual costs have exceeded that number. In 2014, the city designated $115,000 in the budget, but spent $352,000. In 2015, the city budgeted $150,000 and spent $209,000. The downward trend shown in already decreasing costs reflects police efforts, McCulley said, to give tangible results, especially regarding the known criminal transient population in North Bend. “Eventually we get traction, and we start to see things change,” he said. McCulley added that citizens have said in a department survey that they feel safer. The city also held its third public hearing for the transportation impact fee at the meeting. Several came forward with ideas and suggestions for how to carry out payment of the fees, which will now rise to See PRISONERS, Page 6
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‘The Spider Lair,’ one of several attractions at Night on a Dark Trail, features an actress jumping out at and scaring customers. There will be another performance of the show Saturday, Oct. 17.
Rain or shine, horror show goes on There will be a special “command performance” of Night on a Dark Trail Oct. 17. Due to rain, the show was cancelled on its second night last week, but that hasn’t stopped Event Organizer Mark Hennig and the dozens of volunteers from coming together to make sure that the show does go on. “We scrambled on Sunday, and about 85 percent of the
crew got back to us,” Hennig said. “But there has been enough support in the community that the gaps have been filled up, so we have some new cast members. “I’m just amazed by it,” he added. “It’s a humbling experience that so many people would come and support us enough to get this thing off the ground for the weekend.”
The Friday night performance saw about 500 people, Hennig said. The performance will take place at the same location, on the site of Snoqualmie Valley Hospital’s East campus, on Southeast Snoqualmie Parkway from 7-10 p.m. Tickets are $10. The trail is recommended for ages 10 and older.
Save Snoqualmie Falls protesters: Mount Si High revives homecoming tradition ‘Can you hear us now, mayor?’ By Dylan Chaffin dchaffin@snovalleystar.com Dozens of Save Snoqualmie Falls protesters appeared before the Snoqualmie City Council at its Oct. 12 meeting to convey one simple message: Do not build on any more sacred land. Speaking on behalf of the Snoqualmie Tribe, council alternate Melynda Davis delivered a short message that once again called out Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson for comments made to the media that the Tribe says mischaracterizes its position on development and
cultural beliefs. “Your words hurt, Mr. Mayor and the citizens of Snoqualmie and this region deserve better than ignorance,” Davis said. The crowd filled the entire left side of the council chambers, holding signs that declared messages of, “Can you hear us now?” and “This is a sacred place: develop somewhere else!” The city’s comprehensive plan includes the development of 175 homes atop Tokul Hill. “We are asking all of you not to allow any more construction on Tokul Hill or anywhere near Snoqualmie Falls,” Davis said at
the meeting. “We are asking you to listen to us. Please do your due diligence as it is your responsibility as elected officials. Don’t rubberstamp plans to build homes over sacred lands,” she said. “Don’t ignore these voices. Many of them are voices that you represent,” she added. The protesters delivered more than 4,000 petition signatures from residents of Snoqualmie and other communities across the region to stop the development of sacred lands. See PROTEST, Page 6
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Come rain or shine, students of Mount Si High School will bring back an old tradition with a homecoming parade that takes place Oct. 23. Associated Student Body head chair Claire Lis and two other Mount Si students, Riley Ovall and Cyrus Madrone, are heading up the efforts to make this year’s homecoming celebration something all members of the community can enjoy. “We’re really excited, because it’s something we can build on,” Lis said. “We can
use it to integrate Mount Si into the community even more.” The homecoming tradition was ended when the track around the football field was removed, but several alumni See TRADITION, Page 6 Prsrt Std U.S. Postage PAID Kent, WA Permit No. 71 POSTAL CUSTOMER
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Help fund Mount Si High School Grad Night 2016 Mount Si High School seeks donations for a fundraiser to pay for Grad Night 2016 party. Donate gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, bed and bath, books, toys and housewares no larger than a bread box. Drop your donations with the collection crew in front of the school every Wednesday in October from 2:45-3:15 p.m. The money raised goes toward scholarships, prizes and additional entertainment and activities for the evening. Call 260-8084 to arrange for pick ups.
Actor pens inspiring middle grade novel Gary Schwartz will celebrate the release of his new book “The King of Average,” published by Updrift Books (a division of Seattle-based Booktrope.com) from 6-9 p.m. Oct. 21 at Boxley’s. The free event is open to the public and will
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Valley Flood Forum is Oct. 20
The annual Snoqualmie Valley Flood Forum is from 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 20 at Snoqualmie City Hall, 38624 S.E. River St. The community meeting is held annually in the fall to address the impacts of flooding and changes in the National Flood Insurance Program. Local, county and federal panel speakers will cover changes to the Snoqualmie Valley flood hazards and mitigation efforts currently underway. The latest in flood warnings and preparedness resources and mitigation options will be shared. Additionally, details about reform to the National Flood Insurance Program and what that means to homeowners, business owners and community leaders that are impacted by them are addressed. Learn more by calling 222-5881 or emailing adonaldson@hauglieinsurance.com.
Public Hospital District No. 4 Candidate Q&A All candidates were asked 5 questions and were limited to 25-word answers. Read the rest of the Q&A online at www. snovalleystar.com
What is the No. 1 issue facing the hospital district?
What is one quick thing you would do to address that issue?
Why are you a better fit for the hospital district than your opponent?
Commissioner Position 5
Emma Herron
Ryan Roberts
Commissioner Position 3
Trying to navigate the uncertainty of current and ongoing changes in health care reform.
Viability of the district under current model of operations
More programs and services must be evaluated for deployment. Analysis should be based upon Valley’s needs. Objectives/ performance evaluation should be complementary to other facilities.
Expand outpatient services while continuing to provide excellent inpatient care.
Evaluate the hospital strengths and weakness without sacrificing the quality and delivery of health care to help cut costs as necessary.
Expanded service offerings to better match the changing needs of the Snoqualmie Valley. Such as outpatient rehab, imaging, endoscopy, etc.
Require administration to create plan to transition from 99 percent cost reimbursement model to increase outpatient services to pay off bonds while providing needed services.
I am very familiar with the issues and people that make up our community through involvement in schools, youth programs, and civic events and organizations.
40-plus years of employment in health care in many areas as registered nurse and ongoing continuing education as well as current commissioner.
My diverse experience in health care from being a Long-Term Care Ombudsman to serving in numerous capacities as board member, president, advisory council, fundraising chair.
I represent the changing demographics of the Snoqualmie Valley yet respect its past. Additionally, I have deep working knowledge of the complex healthcare business environment.
My opponent quit as treasurer to take a self-created $80,000 job with district. I did not quit: instead demanded financial accountability/ transparency.
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Candidate Q&A All candidates were asked 11 questions and were limited to 25-word answers. Read the rest of the Q&A online at www. snovalleystar.com
What is the No. 1 issue facing your city?
What is one quick thing you would do to address that issue?
How would you market your city to other professionals and/or businesses?
How do you involve residents in the growth of the city?
How does the city remain “green” in the face of development?
Why are you a better fit for the council than your opponent?
Trevor Kostanich
Dee Williamson
North Bend Position 3 Growth management. We cannot stop current growth but we can effectively plan for it to improve existing infrastructure and help sustain a more vibrant downtown.
Focus the required growth within city limits where there are efficient public facilities and services. This will preserve outlying natural spaces.
We have a high quality of life with great access to outdoor recreation and a small-town community feel.
Public outreach through combination of many avenues, such as city website, well-advertised public workshops and social media.
By focusing new growth in already impacted areas with public infrastructure, we can prevent sprawl development into our natural spaces.
My professional background in planning work and vision to proactively accommodate growth make me the best candidate.
Brenden Elwood
David Cook
North Bend Position 5
Martin Volken
Judy Bilanko
North Bend Position 7
Incumbent candidate Dee Williamson did not return his questionnaire.
Many critical issues face North Bend; however, the No. 1 issue is two-fold: Poor communication with the public; lack of a realistic strategy for growth
Traffic congestion. Roads/intersections do not change size or capacity as quickly as growth. We need to implement traffic-easing projects as soon as funds are available.
The No. 1 issue facing the city is growth management without a doubt.
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Pause development and reengage with the public. Then, refresh list of priorities based on public needs; develop strategies to satisfy those needs and future growth.
I supported doubling traffic impact fees to raise more than $8 million over the next few years. Developers need to pay for impacts of growth.
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Promote North Bend as investor friendly city. First steps: convince council to start leveraging our city’s brand; market our human and natural resources as assets.
Joe Larson
Charles Peterson
Snoqualmie Position 6
Rapid growth, which has prompted the need for improved traffic infrastructure. Growth must pay for growth through adequate impact fees, grants and limited city funds.
A disproportionately low amount of sales tax revenue relative our total number of households.
Recapturing sales tax and B&O dollars that have been lost because 70 percent of sales and services are made outside city of Snoqualmie businesses.
I would love to align the Comprehensive Plan with our City Councilapproved outdoor brand in order to create very clear goals and action items.
Support the recent council decision to more than double the traffic impact fees paid by developers.
Encourage growth of underrepresented categories of retail and lodging. Support community informed commercial development of Mill Pond.
We need to work with our three business centers and merchants to keep dollars in town. Our tax dollars are down 21 percent this year.
I would continue to support our branding and outreach programs to encourage people to live and work in our beautiful community.
I was part of a brand audit in the EDC, which resulted in adoption of an Outdoor Brand. That’s how the city should be marketed.
Easy I-90 access, four exits, highly desirable neighborhoods, parks, Si View Community Center, highlight scenic mountain and river setting, close to trails, and ski areas.
Evangelize. Snoqualmie sells itself. Voted among top 5 best places to live in the country. (Money Magazine 2015)
We have recently hired a marketing person in addition to the continuing committee of city and business people working together on this issue.
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Improve outreach, do more than minimum required for public hearings/ workshops/presentations. Increase awareness of council’s intentions to ensure alignment public needs.
Every neighborhood has concerns. Whether flooding, increased traffic or pedestrian safety, it’s important to identify residents’ specific concerns to solve problems and ease concerns.
I try to keep people informed via social media and email. People should also get involved on their own, which can be hard to do.
Post a monthly, updated Current Land Use Projects Report with the Active Preliminary Plat Projects, both commercial and residential on the city website.
Focus the council outward. Work more in concert with supporting committees. Practice a spirit of rotation in local public office.
We send out newsletters, use social media sites and have a yearly Citizens Academy to keep residents informed.
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Protect and improve open spaces, establish construction design standards that work with environment, incentivize builders to use and follow eco-safe products and trends.
North Bend is very lucky to have protected green spaces all around along with the gateway to Cascade foothills. Development will not invade these spaces.
We have to make changes in terms of zoning, to result in increased density housing in the downtown core, unless we want to perpetuate sprawl.
Continue to add to our public parks, emphasizing both active and passive uses and require green belts, trails and neighborhood parks in our new develop-
Continue current initiatives promoting solar, energy conservation, waste recycling, water conservation, pedestrian friendly pathways.
Build bio-swells and rain gardens to catch storm water run-off and make sure that all city projects are environmentally friendly.
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I believe the public must be informed. I do not have professional or financial conflicts of interest. My decisions benefit the community, not my pocketbook.
I’ve identified the challenges facing North Bend and have proposed specific solutions to solve these challenges. I’ll bring attention to the issues you care about!
I am a downtown business owner, have worked on the EDC and I best represent the outdoor brand that the City Council officially adopted.
Will not be an absentee council member. I’ll be present for the approximately seven council, committee and liaison meetings per month plus meetings with constituents.
I believe I will do a better job of representing the broad interests of our community.
Through my long association with our city, I am cognizant of the issues we face and actively work with staff and citizenry pursuing solutions.
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Managing editor bids farewell to all
Editor’s note: It’s the policy of SnoValley Star not to run letters from political candidates or their immediate families. In light of the situation with letter writer Pieter Hart, which has caused some speculation, we agreed to run this letter.
After 10 1/2 years as editor/managing editor of The Issaquah Press, and managing editor of our other newspapers — Sammamish Review, SnoValley Star and Newcastle News — I have given my resignation. My last day is Oct. 16. After that, I will move away and start a new, different life away from newspapers after decades in the business. It’s hard to write a goodbye column, because what should you say, or not say? Kathleen It’s like an Oscar speech, it could go on and Merrill on and not really say anything important, and you’re going to forget someone, no matter how hard you wrack your brain for the people you want to thank. So, I want to thank each and every person who has helped me during my decade-plus here. You know who you are. And for each of you, I wish you much luck and love and joy and peace. There are some sweet things I will always remember, like the kindnesses I received after the deaths of three German shepherds over the years, and the death of my mom almost two years ago. I love that some people felt compelled to reach out to me after I wrote about those painful experiences. They offered wonderful stories, condolences, sweet memories. We need more people like that in the world. Among the things I will miss are those people who work behind the scenes to do awesome things for others while not caring if they get recognition for it. A few things I won’t miss: q Spending 45 minutes traveling 2 miles to get home from work. q Those people who endlessly complain about a problem but refuse to do anything to help solve it. q The rain, the rain, the rain! And finally, I will leave you with a few things I have learned in the past 10 years that might help you. q Never get too anything — too angry, too hungry, too sleepy, too sad, too isolated. q You can never go wrong doing the right thing. And your heart will always tell you what the right thing is. q You can never go wrong doing the kind thing. And if you can’t do a big thing for someone, do a small thing. Offer a smile, a helping hand, a compliment, a ride. Pay it forward and backward. q Life is both too short and too long to live unhappy. So, if you’re not thrilled about your situation, take your power into your own hands and change it. And if these things don’t pertain to you, that’s OK. Live your life how you want to. It’s yours and you are the expert regarding what’s best for you. Fairy tales always end with people living happily ever after. I’ve decided to make my own fairy tale and live happily ever now. I hope you will do the same. Kathleen R. Merrill
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Why you should elect Brenden Elwood for North Bend City Council! A short while ago, you published a letter that was clearly intended to create controversy about me and sway votes to my opponent. Recently, however, it came to light in social media forums that the author was not real, he was using a fake name for the letter you published, as well as other fake names in other media, as he attempted to create negative buzz about me. In response to that letter, my wife submitted an opinion piece to your paper; which you did not run. However, now, in light of these recent developments, I thank you for changing your decision to not run her letter and committing to publish this response — below is her letter: I want to share with you why my husband, Brenden Elwood, will be a great addition to North Bend City Council. Brenden and I have been together for 20 years, and through this time, I have watched him dedicate himself to numerous commissions, associates and councils that help communities and the environ-
OCTOBER 9, 2015 ment become a better place to live, work and thrive. In the past five years, he has been actively serving our community as your elected commissioner for the Si View Metropolitan Parks District and Community Center and also represents your interests on the North Bend Planning Commission. He led the revitalization of Si View Park and its beautiful community center, but how he got there is the key to understanding his approach to community support. He actively sought public feedback and integrated that input together with historical, community and budget constraints to develop an overwhelmingly community endorsed vision that is serving us all. He has an amazing ability to really listen to all sides of the story, internalize the input, conduct just the right amount of research and then collaboratively bring consensus to decisions. Even where differences of opinion are strong, he manages to bring people together, ensures they are informed and then makes the best decisions for the community he can. That’s why you should join me in voting for Brenden Elwood for North Bend City Council. Wynter Elwood North Bend
About me not running for office…
I’m so confused. Mr. Hart (not a registered voter in North Bend and I’m not even sure he is a real North Bend citizen) feels
Home Country Writing inspiration comes from many places Dud walked out in his back yard thinking about his book. It’s so frustrating, and he can’t even talk to Anita about it. There’s a strange thing about writing a book, he learned. If you tell someone about it before it’s written … well, you’ve told the story already, haven’t you? So then, why write it? This makes writing a book one of the loneliest jobs in the world. A guy in a Forest Service lookout tower would seem like a cruise ship recreation director compared to a book writer. At least that’s what Dud was thinking as he wandered around … wandered … wandered lonely as a cloud … something to do with daffodils. He remembered reading it in high school. Say … maybe if I threw some literature into the book, it would give it a bit of flavor. Yes! Well, I’m already in Europe … well, the truck driver is. He’s there on special assignment … not sure
what that is, but I’m working on it. And the duchess is European, after all. And you know how they talk like literature over there. So how can I do this? I know! I can have the duchess kinda teaching the truck driver to speak literarily. “Dearest,” she’ll say, “the
I’ve done something wrong by withdrawing, publicly (see Letter to Editor May 29) and provide my support to Brenden Ellwood. I worked with Brenden Elwood for years on the Planning Commission and have great respect for the work he does there and as a commissioner for Si View Parks. Brenden listens to all sides, fully explores the issues and makes thoughtful decisions without bias or professional conflict of interest. He has shared with me and others throughout our community his concerns that citizens are not being well-heard or included in decisions. He is out in your neighborhood listening and he regularly offers to meet one-on-one with voters in person. His public record shows he has the public interest at heart. You can count on Brenden Ellwood to listen and to hear you to ensure your thoughts and concerns are represented in actions by the City Council. Integrity and trust — that’s why I’m voting Elwood, council position 5. Rob McFarland North Bend
Brenden Elwood For North Bend City Council I’ve served on the Si View Metro Park District Commission with Brenden Elwood for several years. Judging by his commission work for the park district, he’d make an excellent North Bend City Councilman. During the past years, I have
See LETTERS, Page 5 time has come for us to put behind us our past and instead grasp the present and the future with … well … Slim Randles with the foreColumnist knowledge of wisdom and blessings of hindsight that will propel us headlong into connuSee INSPIRATION, Page 5
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seen him ask thorough (and sometimes challenging) questions, analyze complex information, comprehend difficult policy outcomes and make thoughtful decisions in the best interest of the district’s voters. He inquires about why and how things occur in order to understand what can be done to improve situations. His career experience in market research helps him understand the importance of gathering the right information to base decisions on. And he does this all in a respectful, mature way, engaging in conversations to seek different perspectives and opinions. That’s why I was shocked to read Pieter Hart’s negative and disparaging letter, which is full of baseless innuendo and accusations against Mr. Elwood. To me it looks like a personal attack on someone whose ideas are threatening to the direction North Bend has been heading. Brenden Elwood’s record of community service proves him to be a citizen who is willing to step up to make the city a better place. Unfortunately, I live just outside the city limits so I can’t vote for him myself, but I strongly recommend him to those who live within the city boundaries. Linda Hamm Grez North Bend
Vote for David Cook for North Bend City Council
The sign on a pickup seen around Snoqualmie asks: Do You Need Another Larson in City Hall? Not only was it clever, it is thought provoking. Do we? I know both candidates competing for the same position on the Snoqualmie City Council. I happen to like both gentlemen and have nothing against the mayor or the job he’s doing as mayor. But do I want his brother, Joe Larson, on the council? I think not. Nor do I think the city needs another Larson representing us. Why? It’s just not smart governance. The people’s business and the community’s best interests are not served well by nepotism. History tells us that nepotism is fraught with unavoidable problems and hidden agendas. It’s bad for business, most won’t allow it and it’s been proven bad for governing. It doesn’t matter who it is, governing a city should not be a family affair. We deserve and should be represented by a healthy mix of our popu-
I am endorsing Brenden Elwood for North Bend City Council Position 5. Since moving to North Bend, he has been active in our community by supporting local businesses and being involved in our city government. Over the years, he has shown his leadership abilities by serving as president on the Si View Metropolitan Park District Commission and also as a North Bend City Planning Commissioner focusing on the future growth and welfare of our city. It is important to Brenden that all residents of North Bend have a say in their cities future, not just a select few. Brenden has taken time to go door
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I have served on the North Bend City Council eight years with David Cook. I have always been appreciative of his professional attitude and passion for the well-being of the citizens and the city of North Bend. He always treats everyone with respect and dignity, and has shown an ability to listen and attempt to understand both sides of an issue. Even when we have disagreed on an issue, he has been professional and respectful. I have never seen him deviate from these attributes. He has been honest and forthright in his views, and I have never felt that he was anything else but wholeheartedly concerned
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to door and talk with people to find out about their concerns, needs and wants for our city. He is driven to keeping North Bend a place for families to enjoy activities like hiking or playing in our beautiful parks and also ensuring that the growth of our city includes plans to keep its local businesses thriving. He is about evaluating all sides of current issues through listening to the citizens of North Bend and helping come up with a plan that will work best for the community. Brenden is not afraid to stand up for what he believes in or to point out any injustices. He brings fresh new ideas to the city government and this is why I am voting for Brenden Elwood! Christi Morrison North Bend
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about the welfare of this city. David has worked hard for this city and his calm leadership has been proven by the great strides that have been made while not increasing the property tax even one cent. It is easy to fall into the trap of wanting to talk about trying to accomplish great goals at the expense of the taxpayers, but David has consistently brought these pitfalls forward to protect us as citizens. I wholeheartedly support David in his bid for re-election to the city of North Bend City Council, and urge you to do so as well. Dee Williamson North Bend
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critical to making the best decisions. Those who know history are not doomed to repeat it. As Snoqualmie grapples with the newest growth challenge of the Old Mill area, Charles is the council member who knows from personal experience the process that would ultimately culminate in creating Snoqualmie Ridge. There is no member of the council we hold in higher esteem or have greater respect for than Charles. Please vote for him for City Council. Experience and wisdom are vital for good governance. Elaine and Jack Webber Sequim O’Dontal. He serves up inspiration along with that new toothbrush you get that you never use. Hey, I wonder if I can work THAT into the book. You know … dental literacy. I’ll work on it. Brought to you by ‘Saddle Up: A Cowboy Guide to Writing.’ At LPDpress.com.
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From Page 1 $10,562 per household. Patricia Akiyama represented Master Builders of King and Snohomish counties, and had three proposals for the council. “It’s unfair to burden new construction with the bulk of the transportation fee,” she said. “The impact fee should be equal and proportional for all of those that benefit from a well-designed and well-maintained transportation system.” She added that she was concerned about the rail corridor the city is proposing under its six-year
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implementing the fee now, but wanted to bring in a third party expert to identify the deficiencies. He said he was afraid that most of the decisions made for the TIP were political, and he wanted to do what was best for the community. Scott Borgeson, of Pulte Homes, said he supported the idea of phasing the fee in over a three-year period. Millions of dollars in grants are available for the city to apply for, namely through The Puget Sound Regional Council. However, in order to apply for those grants, a number of those projects must be shovel-ready. The impact fee was passed unanimously.
Protest From Page 1 Tribal Chairwoman Carolyn Lubenau and Councilwoman Lois Sweet Dorman were also present, and were joined by Tribal Governmental Affairs Representative Jerry Lamb. The regular council meeting reconvened after a short recess to allow the crowd to leave. The council also heard a report regarding grant applications and awards for the Snoqualmie Riverwalk project. The Community Development Committee is currently in the process of finding a designer to
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transportation improvement plan, and suggested the city consider and identify a larger number of deficiencies in its existing transportation system. Her proposal highlighted three options: q Request fee implementation to take place June 30, 2016. q Phase in the fee over three years. q The city should bring the existing transportation code into line with recent state legislation that would allow payment of the fees at a later date. Two others came forward during the meeting to speak about the impact fee. John Day, of John Day Homes in North Bend, was supportive of
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plan a trail connection between Snoqualmie Falls and the Snoqualmie Bridge. The designer would assist in engineering estimates and work toward engineering requirements before the grant money is provided to the city. The city must complete four major requirements before construction can begin: q The city must have full project ownership. q The city must make sure that any and all houses that may or may not be taken for the construction are not on a historical registry. q The city must submit a lead certification. q The city must consult with the Snoqualmie Tribe. The City Council also: q Set a public hearing date for the annual progress report for the city of Snoqualmie floodplain management plan for Oct. 26. q Approved a plan for Snoqualmie Parkway intersection improvements, inspection and construction management supplement with the Blueline Group. q Approved a resolution to declare surplus of city property and authorized the sale, award or disposal of four police vehicles and one public works vehicle. q Introduced an ordinance assuming the rights, powers, functions and obligations of the Snoqualmie Transportation Benefit District. The council will take action on the ordinance at its Oct. 26 meeting.
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Tradition From Page 1 voiced their support for reinstating the parade, Lis said. The parade will begin at 5:15 p.m. from the back parking lot of the high school, turning right onto Schusman Avenue Southeast, then head towards Southeast Parks Street before reaching the fourway stop sign onto Meadowbrook Way Southeast and finishing back on campus. The homecoming rally, which will begin at the same time as the parade, will include carnival games, booths, a live DJ, cotton candy and family-friendly entertainment. The initial goal of the parade and rally was to bring more people out to attend the football games throughout the season, Lis said. The ASB has also worked to integrate all members of the school’s student body, including class representatives, Lis said. It’s likely that the ASB will look to students for help and support as homecoming draws closer, she said. The school will also have the support of a football booster club for the celebration, she added.
Nellie Joseley Girls Soccer Nellie Josely, Mount Si High School senior captain goalkeeper, came up with nine saves Sept. 29 in a key 2-1 girls soccer victory over Skyline. “Honestly, it had to do with my [teammates on] defense,” she said. “They were working their butts off all night long.”
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Close losses fuel Mount Si golfers’ postseason drive By Sam Kenyon skenyon@snovalleystar.com The regular season is over for the Mount Si High School boys golf team, with the Wildcats finishing 4-4 overall. Now the team is fighting to advance as many golfers as it can — up to six — to the Class 4A state tournament in the spring of 2016. “This is the first year I can legitimately say I’ve got all six golfers that have a chance at it,” head coach Brandon Proudfoot said. “All six of them can shoot scores capable of qualifying.” The team played in
the KingCo Conference district tournament at Snohomish Golf Course on Oct. 12-13, the results of which were not available at press time. The top-eight golfers after the two-day tournament will qualify for state outright, while the next 12 golfers qualify for a secondary tournament where they can earn a trip to state. “I’m hoping to have one kid qualify straight through to state in the top eight, and another two, maybe three, through to the second-chance tournament,” Proudfoot said. The Mount Si squad is a capable group of veteran players. Seniors Alex Nelson, Mitchell
Dover, Nick McAlister and Jimmy Jacobson, along with juniors Jake Brady and Jordan Lau, make up the Wildcats› top six. Proudfoot felt the team underperformed a bit with a regular-season record of 4-4. “I have mixed feelings,” he said. “I feel like we finished with a worse record than I was expecting. So that was tough. The kids progressed how I thought throughout the season but we just didn’t have those matches where we all came together as a team. So we lost a couple of close ones.” The final match of the season was a loss against Inglemoor on
Oct. 8. The Wildcats lost by just two strokes. The previous week, in a loss against Redmond, Mount Si fell short by only four strokes. Their other losses were by six and seven strokes. “We were in every single match,” Proudfoot said. But the losses don’t matter now. Regular-season records don›t have much bearing on what happens in the postseason. Mount Si won’t be penalized for its losses. The Wildcats have six golfers who have a chance to go to state, just like every other team. In that sense, the season was a success, preparing them for postseason. “The kids improved and
matured even throughout the short season,” Proudfoot said. The team has played five practice rounds at Snohomish Golf Course and improved each time, Proudfoot said. “So they’re as ready as they’re going to be,” he said. As a group, the team is strong with its short game, and putting seems to be their specialty, the coach said. Their weakness as a group is driving from the tee. Proudfoot also said that, in terms of chemistry, this team is exceptional. “I’ve been coaching for six years and this is the team that had the best team cohesion,” he said.
Mount Si gets wild win over Eastlake, 28-27 By Sam Kenyon skenyon@snovalleystar.com The Mount Si Wildcats were up, then down, and then up again in their dramatic, 28-27 home football win over the Eastlake Wolves on Oct. 9. “That was a big win,” said Mount Si senior tight end Colton Swain, who had an enormous impact on the game. “This win gets us ready for the playoffs. We needed to come out and make a statement, and we came out and did it.” Swain and the Wildcats couldn’t have started hotter. On the first play from scrimmage, Swain recovered an Eastlake fumble. Then, on the first play of the ensuing Wildcats’ possession, senior quarterback Harrison D’Anna threw a lateral pass to Swain, who threw a deep pass downfield to senior wide receiver Parker Dumas. Dumas caught the pass and ran it in for a touchdown, putting the Wildcats up 7-0 with 49 seconds gone in the first quarter. The Wolves continued to struggle through the entire first half. Midway through the second quarter D’Anna connected with senior running back Cory Cotto on a short pass for the Wildcats’ second touchdown.
Then, Eastlake and Mount Si traded turnovers. The Wolves recovered a fumble, but then senior defensive back Reid Lutz picked off the first pass of the following Eastlake possession. A few minutes later, when the Wolves reclaimed possession, Lutz picked off a second pass, which led to a third first-half touchdown for Mount Si on a Swain reception. “It helps that they have a couple good wide receivers,” Eastlake head coach Don Bartel said. “It was just tough for us to answer those weapons. When you have guys like that, that’s special.” But after being down 21-0 at the half, the Wolves changed the game. “I don’t know, mixed bag of emotions,” Bartel said. “We killed ourselves in the first half. To be honest, it was just a frustrating and embarrassing first half of football for us. And then the mixed bag comes because I’m so proud of the way they played the second half.” Eastlake running back Daniel Bradley sprinted into the end zone for the Wolves’ first touchdown with just under five minutes left in the third quarter. The Wolves then almost immediately
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Colton Swain (22), Mount Si High School senior linebacker, flies in front of a pass to Eastlake senior wide receiver Cory Flynn (11) for the game-saving interception with 59 seconds remaining, to preserve the Wildcats’ 28-27 win Oct. 9. forced a Wildcat fumble and regained possession. Bradley helped push them downfield and then senior quarterback Mark Whitley connected with senior wide receiver Cory Flynn for another touchdown. The final quarter began with the Wolves down 21-14 but carrying all the momentum. In their first possession of the quarter, their running game carried them into scoring position where Whitley ran in the tying touchdown. Eastlake continued its hot play by forcing another Mount Si fumble and recovering the ball. Then Whitley threw another TD pass, this one to senior wide receiver Chandler Toliver. But after Eastlake missed the extra point, the lead was only six, 27-21. The Mount Si offense
snapped into gear and quickly pushed downfield thanks to several great connections between D’Anna and Dumas. With barely less than four minutes remaining, Dumas pulled in a big touchdown pass. Reed Paradissis successfully kicked the extra point, giving Mount Si a 28-27 lead. Both teams and the crowd were in a frenzy. The back-and-forth fight heightened the intensity of the final few minutes. The Wolves made their way downfield and, despite the pressure of the Wildcats’ defense, Eastlake picked up several first downs, including a clutch catch on fourth and 3. Eastlake was just outside the Mount Si 30-yard line when Whitley threw a short pass that never made it to Flynn.
Swain read the pass and laid out to pull in the game-sealing interception. “Our team was in a tough situation and we needed a play,” he said. “I just happened to be in the right spot and I just made the play when it came to me. It definitely meant a lot. I’m happy I got to do that for my team.” Kinnune pointed out that Swain had an unusually productive game. “We had some bigtime players come up,” Kinnune said. “Colton Swain had a huge game. He threw for a touchdown, he caught a touchdown, he made an interception and he had a fumble recovery. So that’s huge.” Kinnune felt the way Mount Si gave up the lead only to fight and reclaim it was good for his team.
“Our kids lived a lifetime of games in just one game,” he said. “The experience our young guys got tonight was awesome, and it’s going to pay off.” After the game both coaches were quick to praise the other team and opposing coach. “We have a ton of respect for Don Bartel and his staff,” Kinnune said. “The Eastlake team is well coached and well prepared.” “I’m happy for coach Kinnune,” Bartel said. “I love Charlie. I’m happy for him That’s part of my mixed bag of emotions. I couldn’t respect a guy more than I do Charlie. I think he does a great job and he’s an awesome guy. As sad as I am for our guys and our staff I’m happy for him.” Eastlake (4-1) lost for the first time in Class 4A KingCo Conference play, and Mount Si (4-2) drew within a half-game of the Wolves for second place. The Wolves’ next game is at home against Woodinville at 7 p.m. Oct. 16. Mount Si kicks off at the same time that night, a key game at fourth-place Issaquah. After the game, Swain summed up the experience of winning with his team after giving up a big lead. “We had some adversity in the game,” he said. “That just shows how we can count on our teammates, come back, one mistake, don’t put your heads down, pick your teammates up and just work through all these challenges. That’s what we practiced the whole summer for and that’s what we play for.”
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