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Fair addresses E. coli concerns, page 2
Red tide toxins shut down Pacific coast crabbing
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By Steve Guntli A large ribbon of red tide algae stretching from California to Alaska is prematurely ending crabbing season in some parts of Washington’s Pacific coastline. However, crabbing will still open in Blaine, Birch Bay and Point Roberts on August 13. On August 4, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) barred crab fishing in the 45 miles of coastal waters between Point Chehalis west of Olympia to the Queets River. The shutdown is an expansion of a closure between Point Chehalis and the Columbia River that has been in effect since June. Dan Ayres, WDFW’s coastal shellfish manager, said more than half of the state’s 157-mile-long ocean coastline has been shut to crab fishing. The shutdown was prompted by an increase in domoic acid levels. Domoic acid is a natural toxin that affects certain types of marine algae and can trigger what is known as amnesiac shellfish poisoning (ASP) in humans. Symptoms of ASP include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea and abdominal cramps. In more extreme cases, patients can experience headaches, dizziness, disorientation, short-term memory loss, coma or, in highly concentrated doses, death. Cooking or freezing does not affect the toxin. The ribbon of red tide algae, which is 40 miles across and 650 feet deep in places, has been thriving in the unusually warm waters of the Pacific Ocean for the last several months. While red tides are common this time of year, researchers from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration say this ribbon (See Red Tide, page 7)
s As remodeling begins on the former Goff’s department store, the store’s original sign was revealed beneath its old facade. Developer Ken Imus is in the process of renovating the building at 648 Peace Portal Drive, to be used for condos and retail space. Photo by Ruth Lauman
City will cover costs to complete pavilion project By Ian Ferguson The city of Blaine has committed to paying the remaining cost of finishing the pavilion on H Street after city council voted to allocate $115,000 from the general fund. A long-envisioned recreational build-
ing for the Blaine branch of the Boys & Girls Club of Whatcom County, the pavilion is partially constructed on land next to the Blaine Senior Center. The building will be available for other recreational uses, but its primary purpose is to add much-needed programming space for the cramped Boys & Girls Club.
Head out to Birch Bay this weekend for the Birch Bay Music Festival, offering two days of music, food and fun in support of a good cause. The music festival, now entering its fifth year, is the brainchild of Bay Café
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Birch Bay Music Festival bigger than ever this weekend By Steve Guntli
“We have the largest per-capita enrollment in Whatcom County, but we have the least amount of space,” said Brian Johnson, a Blaine Boys & Girls Club board member, as he urged council to commit the funds.
owner Tammy Pearce. Pearce started the festival as a way to raise money for local animal charities. The festival has grown in popularity over the years, and has expanded to its largest footprint this year, moving from the small lot next to The C Shop to more than 7 acres near the Birch Bay Waterslides.
Proceeds from this year’s festival will benefit several local animal rescue charities, including the Friends for Life Canine Scholarship Fund, Creature Comforts Foster Home for Cats and Kittens and the Orca Network. Proceeds will also go (See Music, page 3)
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NW Washington Fair organizers emphasize safety after E. coli outbreak Event coordinators for the Northwest Washington Fair are making health and safety a priority following an E. coli outbreak earlier this year. In April, an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli bacteria was linked to the fairgrounds. More than 1,300 children from around the county visited the Milk Makers Festival at the fairgrounds as part of a field trip. In total, there were 25 confirmed cases of E. coli poisoning. Nine
children and one adult were hospitalized, and six people developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a potentially life-threatening form of kidney failure. There were no deaths. Whatcom County Health Department (WCHD) inspectors confirmed in June the outbreak originated in a barn at the fairgrounds. In light of this, Steve VanderYacht, president of the fair’s board of directors, said the fair organizers aren’t taking any chances.
“This year’s focus at the fair is health and safety,” he said. “Through our close consultations with the health department and outside groups, we’ve learned that the surest way to prevent the spread of E. coli is through proper, thorough and frequent hand-washing, so we’re doing everything we can to make sure our visitors have the access and tools necessary to do so.” E. coli bacteria is transmitted through contact with animal feces,
and can lead to vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps. According to the WCHD, hand washing with soap and water is the most effective way to combat infection. This year’s fair will feature 24 hand-washing stations, double the amount from last year. Event staff were trained as “hand washing ambassadors” during a special training session on August 12. Hand washing ambassadors will man three of the hand-washing stations to teach proper technique to fami-
lies and kids. As an extra incentive, kids who visit all three stations earn the chance to win prizes. Event organizers are consulting with the WCHD to ensure they are doing everything possible to limit any potential E. coli exposure. The Northwest Washington Fair will be held at the fairgrounds at 1775 Front Street in Lynden Monday–Saturday, August 17–22. For more information, visit nwwafair.com.
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Kathy Stauffer s Blaine Tai Ji Academy founder Guo Cheng, center, earned a Blaine Builder award on August 10 for her contributions to the community. Standing with her are student Wally Greenough, r., and Qiao Di, a renowned Tai Ji expert visiting Blaine from Hangzhou, China. Qiao will join the Blaine Tai Ji Academy for a competition in Seattle on Sunday, August 16, and will return to Blaine for a special demonstration at the Blaine Senior Center on Saturday, August 22.
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Business workshop addresses signage concerns By Steve Guntli Proper signage has long been a challenge for businesses in downtown Blaine. A new workshop will help business owners navigate the tricky regulations and develop new ideas for attracting business downtown. On Tuesday, August 18, the Blaine Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a free downtown business workshop. The workshop, held at 7 p.m. at the Pizza Factory at 738 Peace Portal Drive, is free to attend and open to the public. Carroll Solomon from the Blaine chamber said the idea for the workshop came up a few months ago. “We had a chamber meeting
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toward the Cronk Endowment music program, a music education program through Meridian High School in Bellingham. At least 17 acts are scheduled to appear over the weekend, playing in a variety of musical genres. Bellingham favorites Rabbit Wilde, Arcade Cowboys and Maximus will join Blaine blues group Lord Knapp.
and we began to discuss signage, and some of the people attending were getting borderline rowdy,” she said. “People are frustrated at the sign situation and feel state regulations are forcing them out of business.” Peace Portal Drive is a state highway, and local business owners have had difficulty lining up their signage with both state and city regulations. “The goal of this workshop is to figure out how to work with the state and come up with some new ideas to draw people into town,” Solomon said. In particular, Solomon said business owners want to attract Canadians. “People will cross the border,
More than 50 vendors have signed up for the festival. Several kid-friendly activities, from petting zoos to bouncy castles, will be readily available, and adults can check out the beer and wine garden. Bryan Cronk is once again donating one of his custom-built guitars for raffle. The festival is free to attend, but donations are welcomed. Donations will be accepted at the gate and on birchbaymusicfestival.com.
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enter the traffic circle and when they don’t see signs for what they’re looking for, they get back on the highway,” she said. “They don’t know where the city center is, so they don’t know what we have to offer.” Solomon said the workshop is being treated as a brainstorming session in which business owners’ input will be welcome. A representative from the city’s planning department will attend to answer questions about state regulations and determine which ideas are feasible. Solomon is hoping at least 20 people to attend. To RSVP for the workshop, contact Solomon at 332-6484 or by email at cjsolomon07@aol.com.
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The Editor: It’s always with amusement I find that letters in favor of the Gateway terminal come from people who do not live near the railroad tracks or coastline area. Enough said! Dorothy Bush Blaine The Editor: We have read a number of letters about the negative side of our Blaine Post Office and I’d like to add a positive note. We live in Birch Bay and have our mail delivered by Jeri. Jeri has gone out of her way to drop larger pieces of mail on our front porch. We had to put up a lockbox after we had mail stolen and our mail must go through a slot. Recently we spoke to Jeri about the ease of using our mailbox from her official mail truck. Jeri mentioned it would be more convenient if our box opening were level with her door. My wonderful husband got right to it! I am writing to encourage other residents along her
route to possibly make some adjustments to their mailbox. I suggest 40–45" from the ground to the bottom of the mailbox. Anne Freeman Blaine The Editor: Tourism expert Roger Brooks said Blaine has the most untapped potential of any city he’d visited in the Pacific Northwest. Brooks believes that “beautifying the downtown will attract tourists,” while Blaine’s city manager and economic development committee think beautifying the downtown will attract shoppers. Not if they don’t have places to shop. The shoppers Blaine is currently attracting buy online and pick up their parcels at the 15 mailbox businesses in Blaine. Those buyers don’t stop to look at the beautiful downtown; they don’t even stop at the three-way stop at H Street and Peace Portal. So what does Blaine need to do to attract shoppers? Attract businesses. Instead of looking for buyers for empty buildings, why not look for tenants to
fill those buildings. Use the monies spent on beautification on rent concessions instead. Empty storefronts and derelict structures don’t shout “thriving economy” for buyers. Blaine is hopeful Ken Imus will “beautify the building on Peace Portal” after leaving three years ago. Again, why beautify empty buildings if you don’t have Continued on next page
Corrections In the August 6 article “Crab season opens in north Whatcom County,” we listed September 18 as the closing date for crab season. It is actually September 28. Additionally, the crabbing day spans from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset. Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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tenants to fill them? As a 2-yearold Blaine business struggling to survive, I can only hope the city’s brainstorming results in something more than beautification or there may be one more empty storefront. Nancy Hamilton owner, Merry Go Round Blaine The Editor: The most joyous sound we have heard in a long time! My mother and I were visiting your quaint little city from Illinois on a beautiful Friday afternoon. As we were enjoying lunch on the deck of the Peace Arch Cafe, we started to hear children giggling and laughing. We thought nothing of it at first, but as we continued our lunch, the laughter got louder and louder and we could not help but laugh and giggle too. We started seeing parents with their little children walking down the street wearing swimsuits and beach hats, and carrying beach chairs, so we had to figure out where they were going and where the laughter was coming from. To our surprise, a half a block
away, the city had blocked off a corner of the street to allow children to play in showers of water. What fun! It was such a delight to see children outdoors playing, laughing and having the time of their lives on a warm summer day. Great job, city of Blaine, for filling our hearts with fun and laughter and bringing back such fond memories of childhood when our city would flush the fire hydrants and let us play in the water. Beth Ann Swierkosz Springfield, Illinois The Editor: We have a Republican candidate for president who is not afraid to speak the truth in a manner that is honest, on point, not harsh and does not include name-calling or vulgarity. That candidate is Carly Fiorina. At the first Republican debate on August 6, she said, “Hillary Clinton lied about Benghazi, about her e-mails, her servers, and she is still defending Planned Parenthood. All this, and Hillary is still her party’s frontrunner.” Donald Trump has gained fame because he speaks of a bloated and corrupt federal government, which is full of politicians who cater to crony
capitalists. He arrogantly admits that he takes advantage of their stupidity. Beware of this man as he has no character or integrity. Who needs Donald when you have Carly? Polly Kvamme Blaine The Editor: That the Washington State Democratic Party stands foursquare behind Planned Parenthood’s recent brouhaha comes as no surprise. Governor Inslee and his fellow Democrats should, however, pause for at least a single minute before applauding the sale of body parts, fetuses, etc., to medical facilities. The vast majority of Planned Parenthood centers are in the very minority neighborhoods Democrats claim to support and cater to for votes. Keep in mind you should not abort your future, Governor. Eventually they could wake up! Terry Montonye Bellingham
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By Steve Guntli A local animal rescue service hopes to raise awareness following the recent stranding of marine mammals on the shores of Blaine and Birch Bay. The Whatcom Maine Mammal Stranding Network (WMMSN) is a local nonprofit dedicated to rescuing distressed marine mammals and evaluating deceased ones. In the last month, four juvenile harbor porpoises were stranded in Blaine and Birch Bay. One of these, stranded in the shallows near Semiahmoo Resort, was rescued in time and returned to the water. The other three died. Victoria Souze, the principal investigator for WMMSN, said porpoises have been moving closer to shore over the last few years. “People who live near the beaches have been telling me they’ve been seeing them in more shallow waters,” she said. “It’s a noticeable difference.” As their name implies, harbor porpoises typically inhabit harbors, estuaries and other shallow waters. Marine mammals all along the Pacific Coast have been moving closer to shore. According to various media reports, humpback whales have been making appearances near the San Francisco bay
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time WMMSN was notified, the tide had receded too far for responders to save the calf. “If someone had called our hotline, we could have been out two hours sooner and we could have saved it,” she said. Souze said anyone who finds an animal, living or dead, should stay at least 100 yards away from it, and keep their dogs away as well. Interfering can often be the worst thing someone can do for a stranded mammal. In July, Souze said her organization rescued three orphaned seal pups from Blaine and Birch Bay, but those seals may not have needed rescuing if they had just been left alone. “Seal mothers are not aggressive, so if they see people or dogs gathered around the pup, they won’t come back for them,” she said. “People are very well-meaning, but often the best thing to do is just give pups a wide berth and leave them alone.” The WMMSN works in collaboration with the Northwest Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Everson. The rehab center fields calls about distressed or deceased mammals and contacts the WMMSN. To report a stranded or deceased mammal, call the hotline at 360/966-8845. For more information, visit wmmsn.org.
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Blaine and Birch Bay water treatment plant personnel honored Blaine and Birch Bay water treatment plants were given high marks by a state agency. The Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) acknowledged 127 wastewater treatment plants across the state with an Outstanding Performance award for perfect performances in 2014. Blaine’s Lighthouse Point Water Reclamation Facility and Birch Bay Water and Sewer Dis-
trict’s wastewater treatment plant were among the plants honored. Plants in Lynden, Ferndale and Bellingham also made the cut. To qualify for the award, each plant must have passed all environmental tests, analyzed all samples submitted, turned in all state-required reports and avoided any permit violations for a full calendar year. The 127 plants given the award represent a little more
than one-third of the wastewater plants in the state. The compliance numbers have risen significantly in the 20 years since DOE began giving out the award. In 1995, only 14 plants throughout the state qualified. Many plants have earned the award multiple years in a row. One, the Kitsap County/Manchester wastewater plant, has earned the award for 20 consecutive years.
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B y K at e ly n D o gg e t t Birch Bay Discovery Days and Crab Fest returns for its 36th year on August 29–30. The event is being held at a new location on Birch Bay’s new beach park property and will include a crab feed dinner and live music. “Our recent events sparked terrific feedback from the community, and this is another chance to show what Birch Bay has to offer,” said Birch Bay chamber coordinator Sarah Pinkey. The event will take place during crab season in the peak of the summer weather, so attendees can enjoy the view of
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is much larger and has lingered much longer than usual, and it is taking a toll on fisheries up and down the west coast. The algal blooms appear to be receding, but harmful toxins can persist in shellfish for months, particularly in razor clams, Ayres said. Since razor
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“This will be a wonderful addition to the lives of many Blaine kids, and a dream come true for those of us who have worked on it for so long.” Factoring in a previous allocation of $50,000, the city’s total contribution to the $562,000 project is $165,000. Other donors include professional basketball player Luke Ridnour, the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, the Whatcom Community Foundation, Blaine-Birch Bay Parks and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2) and other community stakeholders. The project is now fully funded. City manager Dave Wilbrecht said construction should be completed by the end of October. “We’ll be looking to the community to help with things like exterior landscaping, and we’ll be asking for volunteers,” Wilbrecht said. Although it’s called a pavilion,
the crab boats along the bay while enjoying Discovery Days activities, Pinkey said. On Saturday, August 29, the crab feed will take place at the beach park property. Prices for the crab feed will be affordable, so everyone has a chance to be involved, Pinkey said. Live music will play on both Saturday and Sunday, but the bands have yet to be decided. Discovery Days will also feature a parade down Birch Bay Drive at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, an arts and crafts fair, food vendors and the popular Ducky Derby Race on Sunday, August 30. Sponsor a toy duck for $5 and
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clams are a major food source for crab, it’s likely the effect of the biotoxin will linger. Marine area 7 north, which includes Point Roberts, Blaine and Birch Bay, will still open for crabbing on Thursday, August 13, according to the WDFW. “At this point, this is strictly a coastal issue,” Ayres said. “We’ve seen no evidence of poisoning in Puget Sound and we have no reason to think it’ll affect the area.”
However, the season is effectively closed for waters affected by the toxins. “This closure likely marks the end of this year’s coastal commercial crab fishery, which was already set to close in September,” Ayres said. The WDFW has ordered all commercial crab gear removed from the waters between Port Chehalis and the Queets River by Monday, August 10.
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home. Eagles nest, window walls frame stellar vistas of Drayton Harbor, Semiahmoo Bay, Blaine, White Rock, BC. snowy Mt. Baker. Spacious deck outdoor entertaining. Luxe finishes. All living spaces fully optimize constantly changing vistas. 3-BR+flex space. Cozy den/library/office. 3 uniquely different/beautiful levels, all w/ waterviews.
beauty w/wrap-around porch & private cottage gardens. Open plan, character-rich finishes. Classic crown molding, divided windows, plantation shutters, vaulted ceilings. Farmhouse kitchen, 9’ granite island, 48” DCS range. 3-BR, office, sunroom, bonus rm. Tour: Hamptons-at-Semiahmoo.com. St. Andrews Green Gate 3.
dated split-level on 2.3+ acres in Blaine. Turnkey condition. Fantastic open floor plan, deck & patio on both sides to enjoy the park-like backyard, great sun exposure. 2400 s.f. shop for storing toys & weekend projects. Enjoyed as-is, subdivided, or a mixture of both.
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exposure! Lower mid-bank, partially fenced backyard and deck. Northwest Craftsman 3-BR, 1.75-BA, remodeled kitchen, vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows. Views of Semiahmoo resort & Marina, Whiterock Canada and Canadian mountain range. Too many types of birds to mention. Detached 2-car garage and lots of parking.
exposure! Lower mid-bank, partially fenced backyard and deck. Northwest Craftsman 3-BR, 1.75-BA, remodeled kitchen, vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows. Views of Semiahmoo resort & Marina, Whiterock Canada and Canadian mountain range. Too many types of birds to mention. Detached 2-car garage and lots of parking.
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1388 Bayview Ct. #201 5430 Snow Goose Ln. #208 8609 Great Horned Owl Ln. 9019 Salmon Creek Ln. 8240 Cowichan Rd. 5429 Canvasback Rd. 9499 Semiahmoo Pkwy B12 8789 Wood Duck Wy. $159,000 • Great for U.S. $229,000 • Ground floor $449,500 • On championship $325,000 • On 1.26 acres $358,800 • On Kwan Lake. $897,000 • Storybook char- $435,900 • End unit, ground $775,000 • Smart design
address or getaway home! Top floor, 3-BR condo. Great room with fp, lrg balcony, lots of light! Well maintained & a great north county location. Minutes from I-5 & the border.
3-BR, 2-BA villa, perfect home-away-from-home. Private and quiet. Walk to golf club amenities. Vaulted ceilings, lots of windows, well designed space. Tile, plush carpet, stone fireplace.
designed course at Semiahmoo. View 6th and 7th fairways from stunning great room. Main floor has unique undefined space to create the rooms that you want and the spaces you use.
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718 or Cole Markusen 360-389-3696
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718 or Cole Markusen 360-389-3696
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surrounded by woods, cleared out with plenty of sun exposure. Private, 1770 s.f. 3-BR, 1.75-BA. Master en-suite, large walk-in closet. Wood burning fireplace, nice kitchen with sunny eating area looking over backyard. Well maintained.
Beautiful location, waterfowl & eagle watching. Tile floors, central vacuum, fp, radiant floor heat, huge master and bath w/ walk-in closet, formal dining rm, 10,000 s.f. lot. Just a block from the beach, swimming pool, clubhouse.
acter, 3 gracious suites! Meticulous, custom-crafted, one owner. Beautifully elevated on Semiahmoo’s emerald first fairway. 8 sets French doors to immaculate part covered patio on fairway side. Expansive main-floor mstr.
floor, single-story Beachwalker Villa. Window walls on 2 sides. Puget Sound, San Juan Islands, White Rock, BC, 180 degree watery vistas. Seagrass path to driftwood strewn, pebbly shore of Salish Sea! Stroll miles of beach.
w/dumb waiter! Custom organic materials. Light & views. Meticulous, original owner. Radiantly heated hrdwd & Italian tile floors. Fir molding, millwork & flat panel doors. Aggregate patio, partly covered! Secluded hot tub. 1346 s.f. garage.
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Linda Kiens 360-815-6640
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Classic Style. Contemporary Comfort. $224,000 • 2-BR, 1.75-BA, 1069 s.f. Historic, turn-of-the-century home. Extensively remodeled and restored to an absolute gem with new fixtures, appliances, plumbing & electrical systems. Big corner lot, reborn with a classic “Americana” designer colors. Beautiful big bay windows and fresh, tasteful landscaping – a neighborhood standout. Own a piece of history, see it today! MLS #813318
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The temperatures have been cooling as summer enters its dog days, but authorities are still enforcing a countywide burn ban. The Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office announced August 5 that the outdoor burning restrictions implemented earlier this summer will remain in effect through September. Whatcom County has been experiencing cooler and rainier weather, but fire danger is still present. According to fire inspector Mitch Nolze, the fuel moisture levels, or the amount of
moisture absorbed by organic fuels like wood, have remained low despite the additional rainfall. All outdoor fires, including yard debris, land clearing and recreational fires, are still restricted throughout the county. Propane and charcoal barbeques will still be allowed, so long as the charcoal and ashes are carefully disposed of. Charcoal and ashes should be discarded in metal containers and drowned with water. These containers must stay at least 10 feet from any man-made structures or
trees for at least 72 hours. Commercially available propane rings are still allowed, but the rings must be located at least 25 feet from any trees, brush or building, with a water source readily available. Any fires that produce embers are prohibited. Any violations of the burn ban could result in a minimum $250 fine. Any illegal fires that escape their confines could result in criminal charges. For more information, contact the Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s office at 360/778-5900.
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Public Notices THE LANZ FIRM, P.S. Grand Central Building, Suite 333, 216 1st Avenue South, Seattle, Washington 98104
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE (PURSUANT TO RCW 61.24, et seq.)
A. REFERENCE NUMBERS: 2061100279 B. GRANTOR: THE LANZ FIRM, P.S. C. GRANTEE: PUBLIC MATTHEW F. WILSON D. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: PTN OF THE NE ¼ NW ¼, S31, T40N, R4E OF W.M. E. ASSESSOR'S PROPERTY TAX ACCOUNT NUMBERS: 400431 186541 0000
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under that certain DEED OF TRUST dated November 1, 2006, recorded November 2, 2006 under AFN 2061100279, by and among MATTHEW F. WILSON, a single person, on March 9, 2001, the date of acquiring title, as the Grantor, CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as the Trustee, and FRONTIER BANK, a Washington banking corporation, now known as MUFG UNION BANK, N.A., successor in interest to the FDIC as Receiver of Frontier Bank, as the Beneficiary, in the records of Whatcom County, Washington, and the Personal Property described, in the above referenced Deed of Trust, as: PERSONAL PROPERTY. The words “Personal Property” mean all equipment, fixtures, and other articles of personal property now or hereafter owned by Grantor, and now or hereafter attached or affixed to the Real Property; together with all accessories, parts, and additions to, all replacements of, and all substitutions for, any of such property; and together with all issues and profits thereon and proceeds (including without limitation all insurance proceeds and refunds of premiums) from any sale of other disposition of the Property. UNIFIED FORECLOSURE SALE: Beneficiary hereby elects to conduct a unified foreclosure sale pursuant to the provisions of RCW 62A.9A-604(a) and (b) to include in the non-judicial foreclosure of the estate described in this Notice of Trustee’s Sale all of the personal property and fixtures described in the Deed of Trust and in any other instruments in favor of Beneficiary. Beneficiary reserves the right to revoke its election as to some or all of said personal property and/or fixtures, or to add additional personal property and/or fixtures to the election herein expressed, at Beneficiary’s sole election, from time to time and at any time until the consummation of the trustee’s sale to be conducted pursuant to the Deed of Trust and this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust or the Beneficiary's successor is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is: a. Failure to pay the following past due amounts, which are in arrears: Principal Balance:....................................................................................... $102,097.40 Accrued interest to 6/1/2015:......................................................................... $9,793.07 Late Charges: ................................................................................................ $2,053.25 Appraisal Fee: ................................................................................................ $2,800.00 Phase 1 Environmental: .................................................................................. $2,200.00 Date Down Endorsements:................................................................................. $206.54 Corelogic: ........................................................................................................... $14.00 Real Estate Taxes: .......................................................................................... $8,169.85 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE AS OF JUNE 1, 2015: ................................................. $127,334.11 ** (PER DIEM: $25.79)
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I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Successor Trustee, THE LANZ FIRM, P.S., will on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at main entrance Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, WA, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the real property in Whatcom County, legally described as: That part of the Northeast quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 31, Township 40 North, Range 4 East of W.M., more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point 540 feet West and 136 feet South of the quarter section corner between Sections 30 and 31 of said township and range; thence West 112 feet; thence South 85 feet; thence East 112 feet; thence North 85 feet to the place of beginning. Except right-of-way for Harkness Road lying along the Easterly line thereof; Except, also, the alley abutting to the North; Situate in Whatcom County, Washington, Tax Parcel Numbers: 139756 and 400431 186541 0000,
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IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal: $102,097.40, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument, and late charges and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured by those deeds of trust, and as are provided by statute. V.** The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on Friday, September 11, 2015. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by n/a (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before n/a (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after n/a (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults.
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** PURSUANT TO THE TERMS OF THE PROMISSORY NOTE, DATED NOVEMBER 1, 2006, THIS OBLIGATION HAS BEEN ACCELERATED AND IS NOW DUE AND PAYABLE IN FULL. ANY LANGUAGE HEREIN THAT INDICATES THE PROMISSORY NOTE CAN BE REINSTATED IS HEREBY SUPERSEDED. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Grantor or the Grantor's successor in interest at the following address: Matthew F. Wilson Linda Marie Abitia Linda Marie Abitia PO Box 669, Lynden, WA 98264 2048 Central Road, Everson, WA 98264 7806 Birch Bay Drive, #804 Blaine, WA 98230-9042 Linda Marie Abitia Matthew F. Wilson and Linda Marie Abitia, PO Box 669, Lynden, WA 98264 husband and wife Matthew F. Wilson and Linda Marie Abitia, 2048 Central Road, Everson, WA 98264 husband and wife Matthew F. Wilson and Linda Marie Abitia, 7806 Birch Bay Drive, #804 husband and wife Matthew F. Wilson Blaine, WA 98230-9042 PO Box 669, Lynden, WA 98264 108 South Harkness Street Everson, WA 98247 Vincent Ryan Perillo, heir to the estate of Matthew F. Wilson Matthew F. Wilson 2048 Central Road, Everson, WA 98247-9628 Linda Marie Abitia 7609 Acorn Drive 108 South Harkness Street North Richland Hills, TX 76182-8745 Linda Marie Abitia Everson, WA 98247 2048 Central Road, Everson, WA 98247-9628 Maureen Wilson, heir to the estate of Matthew F. Wilson and Linda Marie Abitia, Matthew F. Wilson Matthew F. Wilson and Linda Marie Abitia, husband and wife 8173 Comfort Lane, Blaine, WA 98230-9611 husband and wife 108 South Harkness Street 2048 Central Road, Everson, WA 98247-9628 Everson, WA 98247 Marlo Harvey, heir to the estate of Matthew F. Wilson Matthew F. Wilson Matthew F. Wilson 3427 Alm Road, Everson, WA 98247-9272 2048 Central Road, Everson, WA 98264 7806 Birch Bay Drive, #804 Blaine, WA 98230-9042 Keith A. Bode, Attorney at Law PO Box 688, Lynden, WA 98264-0688 by both first class and certified mail, return receipt requested, on April 30, 2015, proof of which is in the possession of the Successor Trustee. And on April 30, 2015, the written Notice of Default was posted on the property, proof of which is in possession of the Successor Trustee. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the abovedescribed property. IX. Anyone having any objections to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's Sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the Trustee's Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060.
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XI. NOTICE TO GUARANTOR(S) A Guarantor may be liable for a deficiency judgment to the extent the sale price obtained at the Trustee's Sale is less than the debt secured by Deed of Trust; A Guarantor has the same rights to reinstate the debt, cure the default, or repay the debt as is given to the Grantor in order to avoid the Trustee's Sale; A Guarantor will have no right to redeem the property after the Trustee's Sale;
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Subject to such longer periods as are provided in the Washington Deed of Trust Act, Chapter 61.24 R.C.W., any action brought to enforce a guaranty must be commenced within one year after the Trustee's Sale, or the last Trustee's Sale under any Deed of Trust granted to secure the same debt; and
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In any action for a deficiency, a Guarantor will have the right to establish the fair value of the property as of the date of the Trustee's Sale, less prior liens and encumbrances, and to limit its liability for a deficiency to the difference between the debt and the greater of such fair value or the sale price paid at the Trustee's Sale, plus interest and costs.
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DATED this 4th day of June 2015. TRUSTEE: THE LANZ FIRM, P.S., a Washington Corporation: By:____________________________ Bernard G. Lanz, President Grand Central Building, Suite 333, 216 1st Avenue South, Seattle, Washington 98104 206-382-1827 – Telephone 206-327-9000 – Facsimile
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Police Reports August 5, 7:30 p.m.: Blaine Police responded to an all agency request for assistance when Ferndale police engaged an active pursuit of an eluding vehicle traveling at speeds of 120 mph and at times driving wrong way on I-5. Blaine officers assisted with a temporary closure of the freeway in the area and subsequent containment for a canine track of the suspect. The driver was ultimately located, apprehended and booked into jail. August 6, 1:45 a.m.: A concerned resident called to ask police for assistance checking the welfare of a neighbor after hearing an alarm sounding at the person’s home. The arriving officer found that the reporting party could hear the piercing screech of the smoke detector so well because its owner had placed it outside. The officer silenced the detector and made sure the residence was alright. August 6, 2:25 a.m.: U.S. Border Patrol agents advised Blaine Police when they located a vehicle parked unoccupied in the middle of a residential street near the border with only its running lights on. An officer contacted the driver of the vehicle: she had locked her keys in the car when she stopped to check on her grandparents’ pets. The young lady found another set of keys to fix the
problem, and was encouraged to park at the curb to avoid blocking traffic. August 6, 4:38 p.m.: Police were dispatched when a property owner asked for assistance with a man now squatting at a rental property that had recently been cleared by eviction. An officer contacted the man who had been bunking with the evicted renter and trespassed him from the residence and property. The squatter countered that he had been staying while helping the owner remove junk cars that had been left by the evicted person. August 6, 5:30 p.m.: U.S. Border Patrol observed a motorcyclist drive from the Peace Arch State Park parking lot through the park via the sidewalk down to I-5 and notified Blaine Police. When officers contacted the biker his only explanation for his odd decision was that he “wanted a better view of the bay.” Border Patrol spoke with the gentleman about the relevant border issues, the Blaine officer provided a verbal warning about traffic and park regulations and the better-informed visitor pushed his cycle back to the parking lot. August 7, 9:58 a.m.: Police investigating malicious mischief crimes in the neighborhood discovered that the passenger side of a car parked
on 10th Street had been spray painted. An officer contacted the owner and advised them of the damage, which apparently had occurred overnight. The case is under investigation. August 7, 7:14 p.m.: Police were dispatched to a report that multiple people including children and a dog were trespassing on a boat anchored in Drayton Harbor. With assistance from the Customs and Border Protection Marine Unit, officers contacted the purported pirates. They explained that their own boat had broken down and they had rafted up to the anchored boat to keep from drifting while their engine cooled. There was no apparent criminal intent to the trespass and the group accepted a warning to respect the property rights of other boaters. August 10, 8:36 a.m.: A resident on Mitchell Street called police for help when she accidentally backed over a cat that had been sleeping behind her car in the driveway. An officer responded to the scene and transported the injured feline to a nearby animal hospital. The owner of the cat has not been located. This report is provided by the Blaine police department. A full listing of the week’s police report can be found at thenorthern light.com.
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Fun with LEGO Robotics: Thursday, August 13, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn how to program motion and color sensors on the robots and see what happens! For ages 10 and up. Bimonthly. Info: 305-3637. Oodles of Doodles: Friday, August 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Museum, 250 Flora Street, Bellingham. Scribble, squiggle and sketch. Children ages 3 and up with a supervising adult welcome to drop in. Free with museum admission, members free. Info: whatcommusum.org. Splash Days: Friday, August 14, 1–3 p.m., intersection of 3rd and Martin streets. Kids come play in the giant sprinklers. Bring lawn chair and towels. Shoes recommended. Info: cityofblaine.com. Friday Fish Fry, Farm Tunes and Old Fashioneds: Friday, August 14, BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Music by Laura Overstreet. Info: 318-7720. Rare and Unusual Birds of Washington: Friday, August 14, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Join Dick McNeely, a well-known birder and educator, and learn how to identify rare and unusual birds of Washington state. Info: fobbsp.org. Birch Bay Music Festival: Friday–Sunday, August 14–16, next to Birch Bay Waterslides. Live music, beer and wine garden, food and vendors. 16+ bands. Proceeds benefit animal outreach. Info: birchbaymusicfestival.com. PEO Fundraiser Garage Sale: Saturday, August 15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., 650 H Street. Annual fundraiser for local PEO scholarships. Bird Walk: Saturday, August 15, 10 a.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Take a walk with birder Dan McNeely looking for rare and unusual birds of Washington state. Junior Ranger Program: Saturday, August 15, 1 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. This event is geared towards children. Come explore Birch Bay State Park’s forest and beach. Info: fobbsp.org. Doctor Who Day: Saturday, August 15, 3–5 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Teens, dress up as your favorite character (or location) and enjoy games, snacks and fun. For middle and high school students. Info: 305-3637. Ride Free: Sunday–Saturday, August 16–22, Whatcom County. Free rides on WTA buses. All rides (except route 80x to Mount Vernon) all week. Info: ridewta.com. 25th Salishan Neighborhood Anniversary Celebration: Sunday, August 16, 1–4 p.m., Salishan Park (corner of Alder and Blaine Avenue). Free hot dogs, kids games and prizes and entertainment. Share your favorite potluck dish. Join us in celebrating 25 years of achievements. Info: Salishan Neighborhood on Facebook. International Concert Series at Peace Arch Park: Sunday, August 16, 2 p.m., Peace Arch Park. Halau Hula O Napualani performing traditional Hawaiian music and dance. Info: peacearchpark.org. Northwest Washington Fair: Monday–Saturday, August 17–22, Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, Lynden. Info: nwwafair.com. Dance Camp: Mondays and Fridays starting August 17, 3:30–6 p.m., Dakota Creek Christian Center. Four sessions. Cost: $10. Info: dakotacreekcenter.com. Meet the Heroes - Blaine Police Department: Tuesday, August 18, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Our local officers will bring vehicles, read a story and your Miranda rights. Info: 305-3637. Downtown Business Workshop: Tuesday, August 18, 7 p.m., Blaine Pizza Factory, 738 Peace Portal Drive. Discuss downtown signage regulations and other issues affecting local merchants. Open to all Blaine businesses. RSVP by email or telephone if you plan to attend. Info: 360/332-6484 or cjsolomon07@comcast.net. Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation Waterslide Day Camps: Wednesdays through August 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Birch Bay Waterslides. For grades 3–11. Kids must be dropped with park and rec staff at the Waterslides ticket gate by 10 a.m. and picked up by 5 p.m. Space is limited, registration required. Cost: $10. Info: blainebirchbayparkandrec.org. How to Become a Published Cartoonist: Wednesday, August 19, 1–2 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Established comic book artist Bruce Bogle will explain the how-tos of publishing your creations on the internet and beyond. For middle and high school students. Info: 305-3637. Friday Fish Fry, Farm Tunes and Old Fashioneds: Friday, August 21, BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Music by Ten Seas Trio. Info: 318-7720. International Concert Series at Peace Arch Park: Sunday, August 23, 2 p.m., Peace Arch Park. Sedentary Sousa Band, come see the world’s only seated marching band. Info: peacearchpark.org. Reading Tutor Volunteer Training: Tuesday, August 25, Blaine Library, 610 3rd Street. Whatcom Literacy Council will provide tutor training. Preregistration required. Info: whatcomliteracy.org.
Precipitation: During the period of August 4 to August 10 there were 0.03 inches of precipitation. The 2015 year-to-date precipitation is 15.39 inches.
Ferndale Street Festival: Friday and Saturday, August 28–29, historic downtown Ferndale. Live music, kids street, kids stage, car show and beer and wine tent. More than 120 food and craft vendors. Info: ferndalestreetfestival.com.
Temperature: High for the past week was 84.4°F on August 7, with a low of 54.5°F on August 7. Average temperature for the week was 65.4°F.
Muds to Suds: Saturday, August 29, 9 a.m., Hovander Park, Ferndale. Mud races for kids and adults, costume contest, beer garden and hay bale rides. Kids ages 8–14 $25, students ages 15–20 $35, adults $49. Day-of registration an extra $10. Entry includes T-shirt, brat and beer or root beer float. Info: mudstosuds.com.
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Birch Bay Discovery Days: Saturday and Sunday, August 29–30, Birch Bay Beach Park, 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Parade, arts and crafts fair, Ducky Derby race, live music, crab boil and fireworks. Info: birchbaychamber.com.
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New motorcycle shop fueled by passion Go Two Cycle, Blaine’s newest business, will open shop this week at 264 H Street Suite A. The store specializes in selling affordable motorcycle parts and accessories, including Harley Davidson and other brands. The shop will offer brakes, batteries, bike-washing supplies, oil and everything needed to care for and personalize a motorcycle. The name Go Two Cycle is a play on the phrase “go-to,” making reference to motorcycles having two wheels, owner Dennis Fitzgerald said. While the store was open the weekend of August 7, the business experienced phone and Internet connectivity issues and was unable to accept debit and credit cards. Fitzgerald expects the store to be fully up and running by Thursday, August 13. Fitzgerald previously owned a local trucking company, Forty Six Transport, but decided he wanted to pursue something he loved. Fitzgerald is passionate about motorcycles and has been riding and fixing them since he was 16. “When I walk into a shop I don’t usually find what’s interesting to me,” Fitzgerald said. “I want to be able to provide something interesting on a daily basis.” Once the shop opens, it will offer 10 percent off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price on almost everything in the store and 20 percent off special orders. Depending on how well the
opening sale goes, the discount might become permanent. Hours will be 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10
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