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Pizza Factory hosts ribbon cutting ceremony, page 3
State senate approves funding for interchange project on I-5
Season heats up for Blaine track, page 6
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Blaine Food Bank honors longtime volunteers
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s Blaine Food Bank volunteers were honored for their service during a celebration at the Blaine Senior Center on April 22. Volunteers Jerry Bladies and Evelyn Bonallo were recipients of the The President’s Volunteer Service Award for lifetime achievement on behalf of the Corporation for National and Community Service. More photos on page 7.
Birch Bay park plan approved: fundraising comes next By Oliver Lazenby Whatcom County Council unanimously approved the Birch Bay Community Park Master Plan on April 18, but with a caveat. The council wanted to amend the plan to reflect that it expects Birch Bay residents to help raise money to build the park. The council’s amendment to its resolution to approve the 93-page plan reads, “Be it further resolved, the Whatcom County Council expects the community to bring forward funding options for this plan.”
The plan for the approximately 4.1-acre beachside park calls for about 124 parking spaces, a public restroom, beach access, a natural play area and several acres of open space dotted with trees and picnic tables. In addition to detailing the layout of the park, the master plan covers the park’s planning meetings, phases of construction, estimated cost and geological and archaeological findings at the site, among other things. The plan doesn’t include a funding strategy for the park, which is projected to cost about $4.4 million to build and $109,540 annually to maintain, and that
Voters in favor of sales tax hike, initial tallies show B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Blaine is on its way to joining a series of cities throughout Washington that fund transportation projects for streets, sidewalks and trails through a sales tax thanks to Blaine residents who voted in the April 25 special election. With the majority of ballots counted, a measure to increase Blaine’s sales tax by .2 percent has received overwhelming support from Blaine voters. At press time, more
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than 1,200 ballots had been counted; 884 voted in favor of the measure, while 333 voted against – that’s 72.6 percent in favor and 27.4 against. The election garnered an approximate 36 percent voter turnout. The measure requires approval from a simple majority of voters and is set to raise the sales tax from 8.5 to 8.7 percent. City staff estimate the increase will generate $200,000 per year for the next 10 years. Money would be collected through a Transportation Benefit District, which the city
council voted to form in January. The funding is slated to address needs outlined by residents out of the city’s recent strategic economic initiative. Out of the 933 responses derived from citywide surveys, trails and streets were near the top of the priority list. Following the initial count on April 25, Whatcom County Auditor Debbie Adelstein said the majority of votes had been tallied. The results will be certified on May 5.
frustrated some councilmembers. In 2014, when county council voted to purchase the park property at 7930 Birch Bay Drive for $2.4 million, councilmembers cited community enthusiasm and willingness to help plan and fund the park as factors in the decision. “I really hope the community remembers its enthusiasm for this acquisition and its promises to raise the money, because that was really important to me when I voted for this,” councilmember Ken Mann (See Park, page 13)
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The wheels are finally turning on Blaine’s long-awaited exit 274 interchange project thanks to the state senate, which approved an extensive transportation package last week. Still awaiting final signature from Governor Jay Inslee, the bill was approved on April 21 and allocates millions of dollars of transportation project funding to agencies throughout the state. Blaine’s exit 274 interchange project was allotted $12,100,000 to begin the first phase. “The public benefits for this project will be substantial for economic development and improving freight mobility,” said district 42 representative Luanne Van Werven (R-Lynden). “Blaine has so much to offer in the way of local shops and a beautiful waterfront and a southbound off ramp will provide access for thousands of travelers to stop and visit Blaine.” After the senate vote, District 42 representative Vincent Buys (R-Lynden) sounded pleased with the outcome. “It’s been something we’ve been fighting for the last couple years,” he said. “I look forward to seeing the project hit the ground.” The state aims to add a new southbound off-ramp on Interstate 5 at Exit 274 onto Peace Portal Drive. Improvements also include the construction of a direct northbound connection to the industrial area from the existing northbound off ramp; the route will be reconfigured to connect to Odell Street. Currently, exit 276 is the first southbound exit from the border and is 6 miles away from the next available off-ramp. The new exit will improve access to Blaine. “This project is critical to economic development in south Blaine by providing access to and from south-bound I-5; without it, no opportunity exists to stop and visit Blaine,” read the city’s initial project funding request. The project’s genesis dates back to 2009 when the city completed an Interchange Justification Report to study interstate access points. In 2016, the project yielded a $45 million price tag and had yet to receive
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state funding. Despite getting close in the last legislative session, state senator Doug Ericksen (R-Ferndale) fronted a last-minute switch and redirected funding to projects in Ferndale and Lynden. The move left several city officials and residents disappointed. This time around, the city submitted a funding request that fell at one-third to half the cost of the original proposal. Instead of proposing to construct several new bridges, the city is now aiming its focus at earthwork-based construction by means of excavation and drilling, for example. “Blaine city leaders met with
the 42nd district delegation numerous times and proposed a less expensive alternative which increased the chances of passage,” Van Werven said. “Being a member of the house transportation committee gave me an additional opportunity to advocate for this vital project.” Moving forward, city manager Dave Wilbrecht said the funding will be used, in part, to update the 2009 Interchange Justification Report to ensure the low-cost options outlined in this year’s funding request are feasible. Three alternatives have been proposed for the project since 2009. “From a business point of view, we want people to stop and shop here,” he said. “This is a basic thing.”
Blaine Pizza Factory celebrates reopening S After former owners of Blaine’s Pizza Factory Marv and Deb Adam announced their retirement late last year, longtime friend Laura Massaro took over. On April 21, the team hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand reopening. Guests were offered samples and live music from Checo Tohomaso. From l., Cori Massey, Checo Tohomaso, Birch Bay Chamber director Bob Boule and president Ray Maxon, Laura Massaro, Kara Massaro and Justin Tripp. Photo by Louise Mugar
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The Northern Light • April 27 - May 3, 2016
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The Northern L ght The Northern Light is published weekly by Point Roberts Press Inc. Locally owned and managed, the company also publishes the All Point Bulletin, covering Point Roberts, Mount Baker Experience, covering the Mt. Baker foothills area, and the summer recreation guide Waterside as well as maps and other publications. Point Roberts Press Inc. is a member of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association, Chambers of Commerce of Bellingham/ Whatcom County, Birch Bay, Blaine and Point Roberts and the Bellingham/Whatcom County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editors. Letters Policy The Northern Light welcomes letters to the editor. Please include name, address and daytime telephone number for verification. Letters are limited to 350 words and may be edited or rejected for reasons of legality, length and good taste. Thank-you letters are limited to five individuals or groups. Writers should avoid personal invective. Unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Requests for withholding names will be considered on an individual basis. Consumer complaints should be submitted directly to the business in question or the local chamber of commerce. Only one letter per month from an individual correspondent will be published. Email letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com. Publisher & Managing Editor Patrick Grubb publisher@thenorthernlight.com Co-publisher & Advertising Director Louise Mugar lmugar@thenorthernlight.com
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s April 20 may have seemed like an ordinary day to some, but for others it was “weed day.” The holiday was celebrated in locations across the globe and close to home at recreational marijuana shop Evergreen Cannabis, located at 922 Peace Portal Drive. The event offered guests deals, food and live music. Pictured above is the band Foxing Gloves, based in Bremerton.
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The Editor: Watch out for beach walkers! The sun is finally coming out and you may begin to see more folks enjoying a walk along our beautiful beach. I took a walk today and I noticed that many of the drivers must have “overlooked” the 25 mph speed signs all along the road. 1. The posted speed is 25 mph all along the beach. 2. When you see someone walking on the side of the road, if possible move over a tad and don’t hug the white line as you drive past. 3. We are gifted with beautiful scenery along the beach. Try to slow down and enjoy it. You may just save someone from jumping on the grass to get out of your way. Anne Freeman Birch Bay The Editor: We recognize that many people are homebound and this can cause isolation,
depression and extreme loneliness. We are starting a birthday card program for the Meals on Wheels clients in Whatcom County for our Girl Scout Silver Award. We will come together and make birthday cards, each with a hand-written note. We will include a chocolate bar and these cards will go out on the client’s birthday. This allows the homebound individual to feel remembered by their community. Consider joining us this Friday, April 28, 6–7 p.m. at the Blaine Senior Center. Hailey Karuza and Amira Hanowell Girl Scout Troop 42579 The Editor: I wish to thank the Blaine Library and Whatcom County Library Services (WCLS) for the many services they supply to library patrons. My favorite is the ability to place a hold on any item, including books, e-books and DVDs, and have it delivered to your library branch. You can order not only from the entire WCLS inventory, but also from the
World Wide Catalog. Sometimes it is a surprise when I pick up an item I have ordered and find that it is something I forgot I had requested. It is just like Christmas! Please support your local library. Get a (Continued on next page)
Corrections: In the April 20 issue, we misstated the purchase price for the Birch Bay Drive property the Whatcom County Library System plans to buy; it is $675,000. In the April 13 issue, we stated that tuition for the Running Start Program is covered by Whatcom Community College; it’s covered by the K-12 system. We regret the errors. Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
Civic Meetings Birch Bay Water & Sewer District: Second and fourth Thursdays, 4:30 p.m., district offices, 7096 Point Whitehorn Road, Birch Bay. Info: bbwsd.com.
Birch Bay Watershed & Aquatic Resources Management District: Third Wednesday, 6 p.m., location varies. Info: bbwarm.whatcom county.org.
Blaine City Council: Second and fourth Mondays, 6 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: ci.blaine.wa.us.
Blaine Parks Board: Third Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: 360/332-8311, ext. 3330.
Blaine Planning Commission: Second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: blainepc@ cityofblaine.com.
Blaine School Board: Fourth Monday, 7 p.m., Blaine school district offices. Info: blaine.wednet.edu.
Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation: Second Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., Birch Bay Chamber Office, 7900 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay. Info: blainebirchbayparkandrec.org.
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue: Third Thursday, 7 p.m. Blaine Fire Station. Info: nwfrs.net.
April 27 - May 3, 2017 • thenorthernlight.com (Continued from previous page) library card (they are free) and take advantage of all the services that are available. Theresa Pomeroy Blaine The Editor: While Eileen Corrigan’s letter was well written, her comments about Canadian drivers prompted me to publish a more detailed letter concerning driving in our area. Since someone wrote a letter complaining about Canadian drivers speeding, I have spent two years observing driving habits in our area. My intent is not to criticize but to bring bad driving habits to the forefront for drivers to review their own habits. I have been
observing drivers from Canada, Washington and other out-ofstate licensed cars. Hopefully by reading my letter you will review and adjust your driving habits and become a safer driver. On I-5 it appears most cars drive over the 70 mph speed limit. They have options available to avoid collisions. They are not available on other streets off I-5 so much more caution is required. One problem is too many cars do not reduce their speed when reaching the 60 mph limit going south into Bellingham. I have continually observed local drivers driving carelessly by passing cars by crossing over a solid double line or single solid line on their side. Tailgating by local drivers is more prevalent than by Canadian drivers. This habit leads to many unnecessary
rear-end collisions. Local drivers outweigh Canadian drivers by a large margin when it comes to running stop signs. I am not referring to a “rolling or California” stop but running stop signs without reducing their speed to a controllable level. Regrettably, all of the effort put into reducing the speed limit to 25 mph on Birch Bay Drive and Jackson Road has not resulted in drivers obeying the reduced speed, but continuing to drive unsafely. Other problems are when I have entered the roundabout at Grandview and Blaine, cars from Blaine Road drive fast into the roundabout and when I honk my horn to alert them, they just give me the finger in reply. Please take my comments seriously and remove any of the
above bad habits from your driving. The life you save may be your own, your family’s or other innocent people’s. Mickey Masdeo Blaine The Editor: The Blaine Food Bank would sincerely like to thank all the people involved in making Saturday’s award celebration such a success. To The Northern Light for its outstanding announcements and coverage. To local businesses for generously donating food, lovely corsages and boutonnieres – thank you. A special thanks to the Buttons for the wonderful musical entertainments and all the volunteers who prepared and delivered the food.
Blaine student receives honorable mention in art competition B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Blaine High School student Emily Ramey received an honorable mention for her work titled “Yum Yom, BLEH, Sniff Snerf” at the 2017 Congressional Art Competition for Washington’s First District. Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) made the announcement during a reception honoring those who participated in the annual competition, which started in 1982. This year, three local artists judged submissions from students in grades 9 through 12. “I was incredibly impressed
with the creativity and outstanding quality of work submitted by all of this year’s participants, and I want to thank them all for sharing their talents with us,” DelBene said. “I didn’t envy the judges who had to make the tough decision.” Nate McGaw from Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish won first place for his piece titled “Ballpoint Boy.” Sarah Kimmerly from Redmond High School, Rebecca Robinson-Elmslie from Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center, Conner Barrett from Glacier Peak High School and Chelsea Shu from Redmond High
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And a very special thank you to the staff at city hall and the senior center for being so accommodating, and especially to the community of Blaine for the attendance at the ceremony and their continued support of the Blaine Food Bank. Joan Smith on behalf of the Blaine Food Bank
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Blaine track and field athletes have notched many season and personal bests in the past few weeks and are looking toward the final meets and post season, which starts May 10. “It’s been a good season thus far and a lot is about to happen in the weeks ahead,” head coach Carey Bacon said after the Northwest Conference Championship meet last Friday. At this point in the season, many athletes are dialing in their performances after learning new events. One example is Rani Prasad, who, in her first year throwing the discus and shot put, has been the top Blaine girls’ finisher at recent meets. Prasad finished second in the shot put and sixth in the discus at the Mountlake Terrace invite in Edmonds on April 15, a competition that included girls from 23 schools. A week later, on April 21 at the conference championships in Bellingham, she took fourth in shot put and ninth in discus. Prasad, a junior, came to throwing by accident. She competed as a sprinter last year, but injured her knee playing basketball this winter and can no longer sprint. “It was really great to try something new and when I started getting better I was really pumped,” she said. “I kind of saw me hurting my knee as a blessing in disguise.” Josie Deming, another newcomer to throwing events and track in general, is improving at javelin and high jump, Bacon said. At the conference championships she placed fifth in high jump and sixth in javelin. The Blaine boys placed third out of 23 teams on Saturday, April 15 at the Mountlake Terrace Invite in Edmonds, Blaine’s best team finish so far this season. “Third place as a team definitely wasn’t something that we expected,” said Alfonso Dermendziev, who contributed to Blaine’s performance with fourthplace finishes in both the 100-meter and 400-meter runs. “We’re
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such a small team, so it was pretty cool getting that.” Also leading the boys at Mountlake Terrace were Dalton Mouw, who won the 200-meter dash and took second in the 100-meter, and Tucker Jensen, who won the javelin and finished fourth in shot put. The following week at conference championships, Mouw once again earned some of Blaine’s top finishes, coming in third at 100 meters behind Lynden’s Brandon Swarthout and Anthony Baird, and second at 200 meters behind Swarthout. “It’s always competitive when you’re running against the guys from Lynden, because they’re so good,” Mouw said. “Going into the season I didn’t think I would do too well in the 100, so it’s been nice getting some good results with it.” Mouw and Dermendziev, along with Isaiah Russ and Trevor Freeland, got a season best in the 4x400-meter relay with a time of 3:34.97 at Mountlake Terrace. That team is hoping to make it to state. Mouw, Dermendziev and Russ went to state in the 4x400-meter last year, along with Anthony Frey, who graduated. Freeland’s
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transition to the event will be crucial to Blaine’s success in the post-season. “Hopefully I can get a little faster. Alfonso and Dalton, their times are really good. Isaiah and I are not as fast but we’re working on it,” Freeland said. Russ’ health could be another deciding factor for the 4x400-meter team. He has battled shin splints and bad hip flexors for most of the season, but said at the conference championships on April 21 that he’s feeling better. “I just got back in the groove of things two or three weeks ago,” he said. “I still have a way to go with my injuries.” The 4x400 team is behind last year’s pace, but not by much. At the 2016 Northwest Conference Championship’s the boys’ 4x400 team finished in third with a time of 3.33.43, a second and a half faster than the 2017 team’s season best. The Blaine track team’s final home meet of the season is Wednesday, May 3, against Mount Baker, Nooksack Valley and Sedro-Woolley. The post season starts with sub-districts on May 10 at Civic Stadium in Bellingham.
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B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Guests at the April 22 Blaine Food Bank volunteer celebration spent the occasion donning wide smiles and offering words of gratitude to those who have committed years of service the community. The event was hosted by the Volunteer Center of Whatcom County and took place at the Blaine Senior Center. Longtime volunteers Evelyn Bonallo and Jerry Bladies received The President’s Volunteer Service Award for lifetime achievement on behalf of the Corporation for National and Community Service after racking up a combined 17,180 hours of service at the local food bank. The Blaine Food Bank marked
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the occasion by establishing the Evelyn Bonallo Blaine Food Bank Volunteer of the Year award. This year, Richard and Rita Sucola and Joe Porinello received the distinction. The Jerry Bladies Spirit of Blaine award was also established and will be presented early next year. As the final cherry on top, Blaine mayor Harry Robinson issued a proclamation, naming April 22 as Jerry Bladies and Evelyn Bonallo Day. Bonallo began working with the food bank when it first began serving the community more than 40 years ago. Bladies managed the facility for more than 15 years. The local food bank serves on average 400 families, or 1,500 individuals, on a weekly basis.
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Haynie Opry announces May 13 show A tasteful blend of country, rockabilly, jazz and pop tunes are on the docket for a performance presented by the Haynie Opry beginning at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 13. Country musicians Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band will begin the performance with the old-time gospel music matinee at 3 p.m. Special guest Dmitri Wagon-
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Where is housing in Whatcom County headed? By Mike Kent I often get asked how long this housing shortage will last and how high prices can go. The short answer is: so long as there are more buyers than homes, the shortage will continue; so long as there is more demand than supply, prices will keep rising, likely to levels we’ve never experienced. We’re currently experiencing
the highest average prices ever seen in Blaine and Birch Bay. Communities like Birch Bay Village, which historically would have 35 to 40 homes available at any given time, are down to fewer than a dozen. The same trend holds true in Sealinks, Point Whitehorn, the Salishan neighborhood and, yes, even Semiahmoo, where prices were once considered lofty in comparison to Bellingham. Now they’re seen
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as a bargain. Many buyers who are losing faith that they will find the right house at the right price are turning to the option of building, only to learn there are few lots to choose from and building costs have followed the market rise as well. Spending $200 per square foot is common, while just a few years ago breaking $100 per square foot seemed newsworthy. You would think that the weakness of the Canadian dollar would free up inventory as Canadians cash in on the strong greenback, but that hasn’t occurred. Most who want to keep a vacation home know that swapping for one in Canada commands crazy prices. We continue to see approximately 15 percent of buyers coming from Vancouver. An increasing number of domestic buyers are purchasing in Blaine and Birch Bay after they’ve given up on finding a home in Bellingham. Many have opted to trade a longer commute
for better selection at prices that typically fall 30 percent below Bellingham prices. Plus, early retirees are now showing up after cashing in on the skyrocketing home prices in Seattle, where the median home price just broke $700,000. But let me get back to the original question: how long will this housing shortage last and how high can prices go? Expect shortages to continue
through at least 2018 with some easing in late 2017 as builders scramble to get permits while land developers dust off dormant projects knowing there are ready buyers waiting for their product. Don’t count on the shift to a buyer’s market anytime soon. People moving to the area outpace permit applications with a few exceptions. While prices (See Housing, page 10)
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City’s best yards and gardens up for Yard of the Week award B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Folks on Blaine’s Yard of the Week committee are on the hunt for pristine lawns and bright garden blooms. From May 4 through August 31, they plan to offer weekly awards to property owners throughout town. In an effort to encourage a more creative and beautiful Blaine, the city has rewarded residents within Blaine city limits who take pride in maintaining their yards and gardens since 2007. The award consists of a personalized “Yard of the Week” certificate, a yard sign and a notice in The Northern Light and on the city of Blaine website. “Now is the time to spring clean your garden. Remove garden beds of dead leaves and branches, shape and trim up plants and add fresh soil,” said Yard of the Week committeemember and former head gardener at Peace Arch State Park, June Auld. “To add lasting warmth and color to your spring garden, try planting a variety of hardy flowering perennials, such as Candytuft, Basket of Gold and Lithodora.” Throughout the year, Blaine’s Yard of the Week Committee helps to maintain landscaping around town. Recently, they revamped the roundabout near Harrison Avenue. “I love caring for the roundabouts and that people enjoy them,” said committeemember Lorinda Dirks. To be eligible for the Yard of the Week award, property owners must reside within Blaine city limits. Their landscaping display should also be visible from the street. To nominate
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s Plants at the roundabout near 4th street.
s The Yard of the Week committee. From l., Debbie Scherck, Debbie Harger, Sandie Miller, June Auld, Lorinda Dirks. Not shown: Carol Lipcot, Kelley Zuch and Paul Atchison. Photos by Debbie Harger
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to 12 percent rise in 2017. Finally, if you’re considering selling in order to downsize or move up, make sure you’ll be able to find a home to go to. This is one of the key reasons we have
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low inventory, as sellers are holding back without a place to go. If you need to sell, now is an excellent time. If you don’t have a need to sell now, it’s an even better time to wait and
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watch your investment grow. For first-time home buyers, listen carefully to your lender’s advice in getting financially prepared to make an offer and be ready to act when your realtor spots that new listing that meets your criteria. Yes, you can still buy a home for little to nothing down but your expectations may have to change as prices soar. Last year’s $250,000 home is becoming extinct and the ones available will likely need some TLC. It’s a great opportunity for young buyers to start a nest egg with some sweat equity.
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s Blaine – Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 teamed up with volunteers from Totally Chocolate and helped pick up trash on Alderson Road on Earth Day, April 22. Approximately 20 bags of trash, old tires and other household items were cleaned out of the ditches and roadsides. In 2016, the district adopted Alderson Road in conjunction with Whatcom County’s Adopt a Road Litter Program. A group of volunteers cleans the area about two times a year. Photo by Heidi Holmes
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said at the April 18 meeting. “We put a lot of scarce public dollars towards that acquisition and I’m disappointed and it makes me not want to go further down this road.” The master plan presented to the council was simply a plan for development, said Mike McFarland, parks and recreation department director. “This is the conceptual plan for the park based on public outreach. It’s essentially what the public has asked to see in the park,” he said. “The funding strategy is sometimes included in plans and sometimes not, depending on how the particular
plan moves forward. In this particular case it has been a little open-ended.” The county parks department and its design contractor, Robert Droll, developed the plan after three public meetings in 2016. At the final meeting on October 18, Droll presented a nearly final plan for the park. Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 has set aside about $100,000 for the park, McFarland told the council. Having an approved plan could help the parks department find funding through grants, McFarland said. County officials said last year that the park likely won’t start until after another project on Birch Bay Drive – the Birch Bay Drive and Pedestrian Facility
Project, also known as the berm – is complete. However, the park is no longer necessary as a staging area for berm construction, and construction on the park could start before the berm is done if funds are available, McFarland said. McFarland noted in a phone interview that the Birch Bay community will also be asked to raise money for the future Birch Bay library. The Whatcom County Library System recently bought a property just north of the future community park that will require several million dollars in renovation work. The master plan for the Birch Bay Community Park is on Whatcom County’s website at whatcomcounty.us/DocumentCenter/ View/25990.
City to pen agreement with Chuckanut Bay Foods Packaged dessert producer Chuckanut Bay Foods is entering into a purchase agreement with the city of Blaine for 2.8 acres of property on the former site of the Blaine Municipal Airport, just south of Boblett Street. The agreement allots 120 days for the business to perform due diligence to make sure it meets its needs. If it’s still committed to moving forward with the purchase after that period, it will agree to post a $10,000
down payment and the contract will be presented to the city council once again. Late last year, Chuckanut Bay Foods owners Matt Roth and Dave Loeppky made a purchase offer to the city in hopes of relocating to a larger facility from their current location in Ferndale. The property in Blaine has significant advantages, they say, including proximity to Interstate 5 and existing business partners, including T.C. Trading Company. The business, which started
more than 25 years ago, employs 80 workers with an annual $2.5 million payroll. Known for its cheesecakes, the manufacturer distributes its products nation-wide to major retailers including Fred Meyer, Albertsons, Whole Foods, Safeway and others. According to city manager Dave Wilbrecht, the city is offering the business a discounted price for the property if they adhere to specific performance standards.
Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: April 7-17 April 7, 11:14 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle
call on Harborview Road.
stances on Birch Bay Drive.
on Henry Road.
April 11, 9:30 p.m.: Suspicious circum-
April 14, 4:58 p.m.: Motor vehicle ac-
April 7, 4:21 p.m.: Alarm audible on
stances on Moonglow Court.
cident non-blocking, non-injury on Birch
Flambeau Road.
April 11, 9:55 p.m.: Suspicious person
Bay-Lynden Road.
April 7, 4:30 p.m.: Traffic hazard on
on Clamdigger Drive.
April 14, 5:09 p.m.: Trespass cold call
Sweet Road.
April 11, 10:21 p.m.: Civil problem cold
on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
April 7, 6:26 p.m.: Serve warrant on
call on Masterson Road.
April 14, 7:09 p.m.: Neighborhood dis-
Harborview Road.
April 12, 1:14 a.m.: Burglary on Harbor-
pute cold call on Seavue Road.
April 7, 7:20 p.m.: Traffic hazard on
view Road.
April 14, 7:45 p.m.: Threat on East
Birch Bay Drive.
April 12, 11:20 a.m.: Suspicious circum-
Street. Ferndale man, 25, arrested for
April 7, 9:09 p.m.: Impound private on
stances cold call on H Street Road.
possession of a Schedule two narcotic
Anderson Road.
April 12, 1:13 p.m.: Impound private
and felony harassment.
April 7, 9:24 p.m.: Drugs on Harborview
on Harvey Road.
April 14, 8:15 p.m.: Landlord-tenant
Road. Blaine man, 42, arrested for ob-
April 12, 2:40 p.m.: Theft cold call on
dispute cold call on Sunset Drive.
structing a police officer, possession of
Bay Ridge Drive.
April 14, 9:15 p.m.: Suspicious person
drugs by a prisoner and resisting arrest.
April 12, 3:35 p.m.: Serve warrant on
on Peace Road.
April 7, 10:22 p.m.: Harassment cold
Titan Terrace.
April 14, 10:57 p.m.: Party on Anderson
call on Sea Breeze Court.
April 12, 4:19 p.m.: Vehicle prowl cold
Road.
April 8, 12:16 a.m.: Hot rod on
call on Harborview Road.
April 15, 9:38 a.m.: Vehicle prowl cold
Harborview Road.
April 12, 5:45 p.m.: Motor vehicle ac-
call on Birch Drive.
April 8, 2:07 a.m.: Suspicious person on
cident non-blocking, non-injury on Har-
April 15, 11:08 a.m.: Theft cold call on
Harvey Road.
borview Road.
Henley Street.
April 8, 1:07 p.m.: Suspicious person on
April 13, 1:06 p.m.: Burglary cold call
April 15, 11:53 a.m.: Neighborhood
Koehn Road.
on Henley Street.
dispute cold call on Birch Bay Drive.
April 8, 2:52 p.m.: Traffic hazard on
April 13, 2:49 p.m.: Assist citizen on Har-
April 15, 12:06 p.m.: Domestic order
Kickerville Road.
borview Road.
violation on Park Lane. Bellingham man,
April 8, 6:07 p.m.: Motor vehicle
April 13, 2:57 p.m.: Theft cold call on
26, arrested for violating a domestic
accident rollover on Loomis Trail Road.
Birch Bay Drive.
order.
April 8, 6:46 p.m.: Domestic verbal on
April 13, 5:27 p.m.: Domestic verbal on
April 15, 1:15 p.m.: Harassment cold
Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
Henley Street.
call on H Street Road.
April 8, 7:38 p.m.: Suspicious person on
April 13, 8:04 p.m.: Suspicious circum-
April 15, 8:07 p.m.: Domestic verbal on
H Street Road.
stances on Birch Bay Drive.
Seafair Drive.
April 9, 8:25 a.m.: Vehicle prowl cold
April 13, 8:50 p.m.: Suspicious circum-
April 15, 8:33 p.m.: Domestic verbal on
call on Golf Course Drive.
stances cold call on Yellow Fin Court.
Birch Bay Drive.
April 9, 11:40 a.m.: Trespass on Haynie
April 13, 10:15 p.m.: Harassment on
April 16, 5:11 a.m.: Motor vehicle ac-
Road.
Birch Bay Drive.
cident non-blocking, non-injury on Kick-
April 9, 4:33 p.m.: Serve warrant on
April 13, 10:50 p.m.: Suicidal subject
erville Road.
Pacific Highway.
on Chehalis Road.
April 16, 9:11 a.m.: Vehicle prowl cold
April 9, 4:41 p.m.: Hit and run cold call
April 14, 8:33 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle
call on Beach Rock Loop.
on Seashell Way.
on Moonglow Place.
April 16, 7:20 p.m.: Trespass on Birch
April 10, 2:49 p.m.: Civil problem cold
April 14, 8:45 a.m.: Assault simple on
Bay-Lynden Road.
call, Harborview Road.
Beachcomber Drive. Bellingham wom-
April 17, 2:32 a.m.: Death investigation
April 10, 4:02 p.m.: Traffic hazard on
an, 36, cited for assault fourth degree.
on Jackson Road.
Titan Terrace.
April 14, 8:54 a.m.: Theft on Birch Bay
April 17, 6:26 a.m.: Assist citizen on
April 10, 6:54 p.m.: Neighborhood
Square Street. Ferndale man, 41, arrest-
Henley Street.
dispute on Titan Terrace.
ed and cited for theft third degree.
April 17, 9:18 a.m.: Vehicle prowl cold
April 10, 11:13 p.m.: Overdose on Birch
April 14, 10:22 a.m.: Suspicious circum-
call on Ashbury Court.
Bay-Lynden Road.
stances cold call on Harborview Road.
April 17, 10:59 a.m.: Missing child on
April 11, 5:17 p.m.: Civil problem cold
April 14, 3:18 p.m.: Suspicious circum-
Sweet Road.
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OBITUARIES Carol Ann Kirkwood
May 13, 1941 – April 12, 2017 April 12, 2017, after a valiant battle with breast cancer, our beautiful wife and mother, Carol Ann Kirkwood, received her ultimate healing as she passed from this world into the presence of her loving Father in Heaven. Carol was surrounded by many devoted family members and close friends at the time of her death. She was 75 years old. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii to Edwin and Isabel (Sue) Zimmerman, Carol moved to southern California soon thereafter. She graduated from San Bernardino High School in 1958, the same year she met and married her lifelong partner in adventure, Warren M. Kirkwood of San Diego, CA. Their romance continued for 58 years. Carol and Warren raised their family in Culver City, CA, where their home and generous hospitality was available to everyone. After retiring to Whatcom County, Carol continued her legacy of hospitality. She loved teaching Sunday school and the Early Learners at Blaine HomeConnection. An avid camper, many memories were made in campgrounds across the U.S. from the beach to the mountains and everything in between. Carol was a dedicated follower of Whatcom County high school football and basketball, and it was rare for her to miss any of Adam’s, Mike’s or Justin’s games. Carol is survived by her husband, Warren, her children Robert (Holly) Kirkwood, Karen (Chris) Starkovich, and Jaye Teters. Grandchildren Elise (Mike) Bryant, Michael (Lindsey) Starkovich, Erika Starkovich (Corin), Scott Starkovich, Justin, Jasmine, and Deborah Kirkwood, Kaveen Wilgus (Ken), Adam Wilgus, Janelle Hill, Jason and Amanda Warren, 4 great-grandchildren, and sister Joan Larsen. The family would like to thank Christian Health Care, Stafholt, Whatcom Hospice, and especially the ED, MCU and Cancer Center staff at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center where we have received exemplary compassion and care. Carol’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 29 at 11:30 a.m. at Freedom Community Church, 508 G Street, Blaine, WA 98230 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you would consider a donation to Freedom Community Church, or to Operation Christmas Child in Carol’s name. https:// www.samaritanspurse.org/memorial-page/carol-kirkwood-blaine-wa
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Police Reports April 21, 1:13 p.m.: A citizen reported someone in her neighborhood was burning yard debris in violation of the fire code. An officer responded to the area and located the fire. The resident was contacted and she advised she was just burning yard waste and she didn’t know it was unlawful to do so. The individual was educated on the burning laws and she extinguished the fire. April 21, 3:26 p.m.: While working, school zone officers came upon a 7-year-old, who had gotten separated from his older sister and was supposed to be walking home with her. Officers provided him a courtesy ride home to his surprised parent, who was not too thrilled about the older sister leaving her little brother in the dust. April 21, 5:28 p.m.: An officer was dispatched to a two-car non-injury collision in the 300 block of Allan Street. The officer arrived and found that an unlicensed, uninsured Blaine resident had failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic when making a left turn. The offending vehicle was towed and that driver received several citations. A state collision report was completed. April 22, 4:15 p.m.: An officer observed a motor vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign on H
Street at 3rd Street. The vehicle was stopped and the B.C. driver was found to be in a suspended driving status in Washington for an unpaid ticket. The woman was cited for the driving violation and for failing to stop at a stop sign. April 23, 11:01 a.m.: Blaine Police contacted an Arlington couple poaching shellfish at Marine Park. Washington Fish and Wildlife Officers were contacted and ultimately took over the investigation. The couple was cited for having more than the legal allowable catch limit. April 23, 5:01 p.m.: Officers were sent to contact a transient man who claimed to be suicidal. Officers and border patrol located the man in the woods near a local park. The man was highly intoxicated and distraught, but he denied being suicidal. The man requested to speak with a mental health professional and he was provided with a courtesy transport to the hospital. April 24, 8:48 a.m.: A parent reported a problem of ongoing harassment between her son and another student. The Blaine school district decided to remove one of the students permanently from the bus to avoid future issues. The parent was recontacted and was very happy with the result.
Crossword
ACROSS 1 . Gentle splash 6. Ado 10. Waste product of protein metabolism 14. Part of a TV feed 15. Vermin 16. Norse goddess of fate 17. Purple fruit 18. Way, way off 19. Emcee 20. “Is that ___?” 21. Assorted fruit flavor 24. Amount of hair 26. Propel, in a way 27. V.I.P. 29. Working less than 8 hours (hyhenated) 34. The ___ Prayer 35. Booze 36. Computer storage unit, informally 37. Acronym for an Aviation org. 38. Lowlife 39. Bandy words
40. Mother Teresa, for one 41. False move 42. Carried 43. Type of undergarments 45. Bother 46. “Dig in!” 47. Corporate department 48. Writing utensil with quick drying ink 53. “Wheel of Fortune” buy 56. Sundae topper, perhaps 57. “High” time 58. Beat 60. Biology lab supply 61. “Desire Under the ___” 62. A-list 63. Drop down? 64. Bound 65. Genealogy
4. Actor Alastair 5. Restaurant greeter 6. Apartments 7. Boost 8. Palm berry 9. Of necessity 10. O.K., in a way 11. Carrot, e.g. 12. At one time, at one time 13. The “A” of ABM 22. “It’s no ___!” 23. Miles per hour, e.g. 25. Change 27. Static ___ 28. ____ pocus 29. Nuisances 30. Em, to Dorothy 31. Director of an opera 32. Stands for 33. “Snowy” bird 35. Draft 38. Guard 39. Exclusive 41. Decree 42. Long, cylindrical pillow 44. Comeback 45. Beatnik’s exclamation 47. Taste, e.g. 48. Froth 49. “Cogito ___ sum” 50. Loyal 51. Game on horseback 52. Ceremonial splendor 54. After deductions (var. spelling) 55. Bad day for Caesar 59. 1969 Peace Prize grp.
DOWN 1. Perry Como’s “___ Loves Mambo” 2. Break 3. Something that debases something
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April 24, 1:12 p.m.: Officers on patrol observed a vehicle acting suspiciously. The vehicle’s license plates had expired the previous month. The driver was contacted and found to have a felony warrant out of Bellingham. The driver was also found to be in possession of a controlled substance, drug paraphernalia and to be operating the vehicle without a valid driver’s license. The 27-yearold woman was booked into jail on the warrant with future charges to be filled. April 24, 4:02 p.m.: Officers responded to a report of a physical domestic between a mother and her adult son. Upon contacting the two, officers established probable cause for the arrest of the son. The intoxicated 52-year-old man was arrested and transported to the Whatcom County Jail. April 25, 10:28 a.m.: A motel manager reported a woman had provided a stolen credit card number to pay for her room. The card numbers were confirmed stolen, and the woman was arrested and booked into the Whatcom County Jail.
This report is provided by the Blaine police department. A full listing of the week’s police report can be found at thenorthernlight.com.
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Weather Precipitation: During the period of April 18 to April 24, .63 inches of precipitation were recorded. The 2017 year-to-date precipitation is 14.27 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 67.0°F on April 18 with a low of 45.6°F on April 21. Average high was 62.5°F and average low was 42.3°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
Fun with LEGO Robotics: Thursday, April 27, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Build robots and learn how to program them to do cool things! For ages 10 and up. Bimonthly. Info: 305-3637. Washington Federal 100th Anniversary Celebration: Friday, April 28, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 400 H Street. Complimentary cookies and cake plus drawing. Info: 332-8333. Inspire Higher Dreams Gala & Auction: Friday, April 28, 5:30 p.m., Silver Reef event center, Ferndale. Plated dinner, silent and live auction, dessert dash and after party with SpaceBand benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County. Tickets $150. Info: whatcomclubs.org. Jazz Music by KODJ: Friday, April 28, 7 p.m., Pastime Bar & Eatery, 658 Peace Portal Drive. Info: 306-3194. Birchwood Garden Club’s 25th Annual Plant Sale: Saturday, April 29, 9 a.m.–noon, Bellingham Central Library, 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham. Annuals, perennials, sun and shade plants, vines, indoor plants and more. Info: birchwoodgardenclub.com. Run for the Bees 5K: Saturday, April 29, BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Run through a blooming orchard. Learn about bees. Live music, snacks, drinks and water bottle. Adults $24, children 10 and under $12, family $40. Pre-register at bellewoodfarms.com or call 360/318-7720. Spring Open House: Saturday, April 29, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., 8210 Portal Way. Greenhouse tours at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., prize drawings, kids craft table, discounts, planter bar. Info: vwhomeandgarden.com. North Sound Stewards Volunteer Program Training: Saturday, April 29, noon–4:30 p.m., BP Heron Center, Birch Bay State Park. Become a citizen scientist and participate in beach surveys. Info: re-sources.org. English Conversation Class: Saturday, April 29, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. All levels, beginners are welcome! No signup needed. Free! Info: 305-3637. Free Tire Recycling: Sundays, April 30 and May 7, Birch Bay Drop Box Facility and Recycling Center, 4297 Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Recyclable auto or small truck tires limited to 15 per household, per event. No commercial/ business, semi-truck and tractor tires and no after-hour drop-off. Bring proof of Whatcom County residency. Info: 360/778-6033. LEGO Club: Monday, May 1, 3–4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Meet new kids and build new things each week. It’s free, it’s fun and LEGO bricks are provided. For ages 4-11. Info: 305-3637. Learn to Play Chess: Tuesday, May 2, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Chess enhances creativity, problem solving, memory, concentration, self-esteem and more. For K–12. Info: 305-3637. Ancient Chinese Mariners and Inventions: Wednesday, May 3, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Lecturer and author Peter Gray presents an enlightening look at Admiral Zheng He (1405-1433) and other ancient Chinese mariners, as well as Chinese inventions. Info: 305-3637. Needlework at the Library: Thursday, May 4, 6–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. If you like to knit, crochet or enjoy other needlecrafts, come be a part of this new gathering to work on your project, socialize and share advice and patterns. Info: 305-3637. St. Anne’s Altar Society Spring Rummage Sale: Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., St. Anne Catholic Church, 604 H Street. Tea in the Garden: Sunday, May 7, 1–3 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Tea sandwiches, scones, sweets and English tea, silent auction, classical violin music. Tickets $20. Limited seating. Info: 332-8040. Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band with Dmitri Wagoner: Saturday, May 13, 7 p.m., Haynie Opry, 3344 Haynie Road, Blaine. Oldtime gospel music matinee at 3 p.m. Info: 366-3321.
Ongoing Birch Bay Activity Center Events: 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. Pound Fit, pickleball, yoga, Country Heat and Total Barre Basics. Days and times: bbbparkandrec.com. Zumba, Line Dance, Country Heat and Yoga Classes: Blaine Pavilion, 763 G Street, Blaine. Sponsored by BBBPRD2. Info: bbbparkandrec.com. AA Meetings: Monday and Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, noon; Wednesday, 7 p.m. (women only); Saturday, 11 a.m., United Church of Christ, 885 4th Street, Blaine. Al-Anon Meetings: Tuesday. Meetings are postponed until a new meeting location is found. Info: 332-8248. Alzheimer/Dementia/Memory Loss Caregiver and Care Partners Support Group: First Tuesday of the month, 1:30–3 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine. Info: 671-3316. Pound Fit: Monday and Wednesday, 6 p.m., Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Childcare provided. $5. Shotokan Karate: Tuesday 5–6 p.m. and Thursday 4:30–6 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. $40 for the month. Info: 656-6416. Peer to Peer Grief Support: Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Sunrise Baptist Church high school room, 2480 W. Badger Road, Custer. Info: 360/350-8089. Birch Bay Toastmasters Club: Tuesday 6:30–7:45 p.m., Windermere building, second floor, Birch Bay Square, 8105 Birch Bay Square Street. Learn leadership and communication skills. Info: toastmasters.org or Paul, 303-4444. Community Meals: Wednesday, 5–6:30 p.m., Blaine Community Center, 763 G Street, Blaine. Dinner offered free of charge; donations accepted. Everyone is welcome. Sponsored by the Community Assistance Program. Info: communitymeals@blainecap.org. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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APRIL 27 28
School Board Candidate Info Meeting, 3:30 p.m. E.S. Family Fun Night, 6 p.m.
MAY
1 1-9 2 4-5 8 9 10 15
No School – LID Day H.S. AP Testing P.S. PTO Meeting, 6 p.m. H.S. Drama Performance, 7 p.m. M.S. PTO Meeting, 7 p.m. E.S. PTO Meeting, 6 p.m. P.S. Spring Concert, 1p.m. School Board Worksession (Budget Planning Update), 4 p.m. 17 H.S. Recognition Night, 6 p.m. 18 Getting Ready for Kindergarten, 6 p.m. 22 School Board Worksession (School Improvement Update), 5 p.m. 22 School Board Meeting, 7 p.m. 23-24 H.S. Senior Boards 23-24 H. S. Early Release, 11:50 a.m. 25 M.S. 6th Grade Spring Concert, 7 p.m. 29 Memorial Day – No School
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2017-18 School Year Calendar Set The Blaine School District Board of Directors has approved the base calendar for the 2017-18 school year. The first day of school will take place on August 30, 2017 with the final day of school set for June 14, 2018. Winter Break will run from December 18, 2017 through January 1, 2018. Spring Break will take place from April 2-6, 2018. The full calendar can be accessed at the Blaine School District website. The Board will take action to approve the addition of Late Start Days and K-8 Conference Days at the May Board meeting.
Opportunity to Learn About Service on Blaine's School Board Blaine School District's Board of Directors has two positions open for election on November 7, 2017. Detailed information, including candidate eligibility requirements, is available at the District's website. Anyone interested in becoming a candidate for School Board Director is encouraged to attend an informational meeting on April 27 to learn about service on the Board of Directors. This meeting will take place at 3:30 p.m. in the District Boardroom. Please contact Tina Padilla at the District Office (360-332-5881) with any questions.
Senior Boards Approaching
H.S. Evening of the Arts, 6:30 p.m. E.S. 3rd/4th Grade Concert, 2 p.m.
Once again this Spring, Blaine High School graduating seniors will have an opportunity to present their Senior Culminating Project work to members of the staff and the community. Senior Boards are scheduled for the afternoon(s) of May 23 and May 24. If you have an interest in taking part in this exciting process, please contact Cindi McDonald at Blaine High School (332-6045). We are very proud of these students and their accomplishments across four years of education at the High School level. This is our collective opportunity to celebrate their success!
Capital Projects Update
Blaine Teachers Are Appreciated! May 8-12 is Teacher Appreciation Week. We would like to take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding certificated instructional staff in the Blaine School District. Our teachers provide opportunities for students to connect with the world around them, develop basic skills for success in life and work, experience the realization of high expectations and the fulfillment of steps toward achievable goals. We applaud our certificated staff for the incredible work that they do with students from our collective communities.
Kindergarten Registration Continues The 2016-17 school year represented an initial transition into providing a full day of instruction for all students in Kindergarten. Registration for new kindergarteners began on March 9 and we currently have approximately 113 students enrolled for the 2017-18 school year. Families who have yet to register their child are encouraged to do so as soon as possible. The earlier that we can get the process underway, the smoother the transition will be for students, families and staff in September. Should you have questions specific to the registration process, please contact the Blaine Primary School Office at 332-1300.
Phase 1 of the Blaine High School Project continues to move forward at a brisk pace. The applicable portion of the facility, including the cafeteria and kitchen, two CTE shops and classrooms, the Band and Choir spaces, and the small theater, is scheduled to be completed in time for the 2017-18 school year. It should be noted that, other than the cafeteria and kitchen, the spaces available for access with the completion of Phase 1 will be utilized to temporarily accommodate a variety of programs through the completion of Phase 2 and Phase 3. In late June, one of the existing classroom pods will be removed so that the 14 month process of Phase 2 construction can begin. Phase 2 involves the completion of a two-story classroom building, a facility which will connect the Science Building with the construction slated for completion under Phase 1. Phase 3, involving primarily the remodel of office and counseling space, as well as remodel of the existing library, will be constructed during the 2018-19 school year. The overall facility will be completed in time for the 2019-20 school year.
Late Start Activities Culminating For the third consecutive year, the Blaine School District has facilitated a total of nine (9) late start mornings for the purpose of assuring that teachers and support staff have an opportunity to work collectively and collaboratively with a number of new and evolving program expectations. For the current school year, these two hour adjustments to the student day have resulted in continued training on increasingly numerous and complex initiatives, including new curriculum standards, the adoption of new instructional materials, and the use of student performance data to inform adjustment to instructional practice. The Board of Directors will be reviewing the proposed 2017-18 Late Start Schedule at the May meeting. Once approved, the updated school calendar will be posted to our website.
Check out our district website: www.blainesd.org
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