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Kite festival happens this weekend, page 5
Donnell Tanksley appointed next police chief
List of 2019 candidates who have filed, page 7
Division chief Hollander retires from NWFR, page 10
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s There was a line out the door at Drayton Harbor Oyster Company on May 18, when the oyster bar reopened at its new location at 685 Peace Portal Drive in downtown Blaine. The new space also features a presence by Ferndale-based Barlean’s Fishery operating under the name Kaisacole.
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District moving fast on superintendent search By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine school district is moving fast on its superintendent search in hopes of hiring one by August 31. However, if that doesn’t work out, the district will hire an interim superintendent and continue searching. Current superintendent Ron Spanjer announced in April that he would retire at the end of August. The school district hired Omaha, Nebraska-based McPherson & Jacobson, a superintendent search firm that has placed
more than 750 superintendents and other school executives across the country. The school board hopes to have its criteria for a new superintendent refined by the end of the month in order to start advertising the position. At 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, the school board is holding a community input meeting and seeking input through a survey on its website, blainesd.org. The superintendent search consultant will also hear from high school students and district staff at various meetings between now and May 29, said Tina Padilla,
Annual market returns with new name, location By Zoe Deal Blaine’s beloved summer market will return to downtown Blaine on Saturday, May 25 but with a new name and location. Blaine Farmers Market, formerly known as the Gardener’s Market, was renamed to appeal to a broader range of vendors and will move from H Street Plaza to G Street Plaza across from Starbucks and Hill’s Chevron. Every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until October, vendors will set up tents
and haul in their goods. Buskers and nonprofits are welcome as well. One of the first signs of summer, the market brings a plethora of handmade and homegrown creations in support of local farmers, gardeners and craftspeople. North Whatcom County residents attend to purchase fresh produce and meet artisans from their own community. “I like the small community feel of it and that we’re attracting people downtown. That’s the goal on all fronts,” said Blaine city councilmember Jaime Arnett,
who got involved a few months ago. “The Blaine market has been around since 2009 with a goal to encourage the local economy and community participation.” Now, Arnett said, they just want to see the market grow. “It started as people who had leftover fruits and vegetables, but we want to expand it to include food trucks and buskers and artists,” Arnett said. Vendors this year include Blaine metal
district assistant to the superintendent. Following the May 29 community meeting, the board will hold a special meeting at 8 p.m. to formalize its priorities for a new superintendent. Timeline It’s late in the superintendent “hiring season,” board members said. Most superintendent contracts in Washington state run from July 1 to June 30, which could make it difficult to find a candidate who is currently a superintendent in another dis(See Search, page 10)
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The city of Blaine has extended an offer of employment to Donnell Tanksley to serve as the city’s police chief. City manager Michael Jones announced the appointment on May 15. Jones said that he offered the position to Tanksley, “subject to a successful completion of a detailed background investigation as is typical for law enforcement hires.” In addition to the background investigation, Tanksley will undergo polygraph and psychological evaluations before a formal employment contract is presented to city council for consideration. A contract finalizing salary and other terms of employment is expected to be on the city council agenda for May 28. Tanksley has accepted the offer and is conditionally scheduled to begin his new role with the city of Blaine on June 24. Three finalists – Tanksley, Timothy Doney and James Miyashiro – were interviewed by a committee of city staff, officials and others on May 9. Four city councilmembers participated as well as The Prothman Company, the recruitment firm that has been overseeing the search for a new chief. Community organizations and law enforcement agencies also played a role in the process. Each finalist participated in three interviews on May 9. One interview was with the city manager, while the other interviews were before two panels that had seven members representing different perspectives from the community. On the evening prior to the May 9 interviews, the three finalists met with Blaine Police Department staff and each went on a tour of the city with a Blaine police officer. “I was really pleased with the caliber of the three candidates who we interviewed,” said Jones. “All were highly qualified, but chief Tanksley excelled in the interviews. His interview combined with his education, experience and references really put him over the top. It was a
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Voluntary watering schedule starts June 1 in Blaine and Birch Bay By Oliver Lazenby The city of Blaine and the Birch Bay Water and Sewer District both have instituted voluntary watering schedules that begin June 1 and last through September 15. In both areas, residents with odd-numbered street addresses are asked to limit watering to Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Even addresses are asked to water on Tuesdays, Thursdays
and Saturdays. Monday is designated as a non-watering day to allow reservoirs to recover after the weekend, when water use typically spikes. The schedule helps reduce impacts to city and district water supplies during the season when customers use the most water. “A chief concern during these peak-use periods is maintaining adequate water pressure for basic functions such as toilet flushing and providing water
for firefighting,” the Birch Bay Water and Sewer District said on its website. Water usage in Whatcom County almost doubles in the summer, and 80 to 90 percent of that increase is for lawns, plants and gardens, according to the Whatcom Water Alliance, a regional water conservation group. Water districts and municipalities throughout Whatcom County implement voluntary watering schedules between
June 1 and September 15. Additional tips for reducing outdoor watering: Water deeply but infrequently. This helps build deeper, more resilient root systems. Water in the morning. When the temperatures are cooler, less water is lost to evaporation. Lawns don’t actually need to be watered. A dormant lawn will recover when rain and cooler
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s At around 12:45 a.m. on May 15, a 17-year-old male driver drove into a newly constructed brick wall in the H Street Plaza. The intoxicated driver was going westbound on H Street, did not stop at the stop sign and ran into the wall, which had been finished by the contractor just one week earlier. A light pole was also knocked loose and went flying through the pavilion. According to the Blaine police department, the driver was not injured. “He was okay other than being very inebriated,” said a spokesperson. The new wall, made of repurposed bricks featuring the names of plaza donors, may have saved the driver from going over the edge of the plaza. Photo by Jami Makan
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The Editor: The Blaine Food Bank and our volunteers would like to give a big “Thank You” to Blaine and Custer post office employees for all of their hard work during the annual USPS “Stamp Out Hunger” campaign on May 11. Equally important, we would like to thank the generous people in the Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer areas who took the time to select, bag and donate food for this worthy cause. Between both post offices we received close to 3,000 pounds of food. Unfortunately, hunger in our communities is real. We never know when a life situation will leave us struggling to put food on the table. Thanks to generous support from the community during this drive, and to the continued support of our schools, churches, local businesses and individuals, the Blaine Food Bank is able to provide nutritious food to over 400 families each week
who struggle with hunger. Thank you all for caring. Joan Smith on behalf of the Blaine Food Bank The Editor: Southbound Birch Bay Drive has been closed due to storm damage since last December. Nevertheless, I frequently see people driving the wrong way despite the “Road Closed” signs. I can only assume that these people have some sort of special privilege or permit that allows them to violate the law. Where can I get one of the special privileges or permits so that I can drive the wrong way too? John Urban Birch Bay The Editor: The Alaska Packers Association (APA) museum will open for the summer season this Friday, May 24 at 1 p.m. Open hours are from 1 to 5 p.m. every Friday, Satur-
day and Sunday through September. Come view the story of the APA in Blaine and our connection to Bristol Bay in Alaska. Sailing ships and fish pirates, the forbearers of modern day “Deadliest Catch.” The museum is located in Semiahmoo Park, 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway, on the beach. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the park. Admission is free but we take donations. All donations are used to restore the Bristol Bay fishing boat NN59. On completion of the restoration, NN59 will provide passengers with a sailing experience in Semiahmoo Bay. We also need volunteers to keep the doors open and spread the word of our unique history. Our visitors come from around the northwest and the rest of the world. They are interested in our history (Continued on next page) 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: Second Thursday, 9 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.
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The Editor: A big welcome to friends and neighbors to attend the official opening of the 2019 Blaine Farmers Market. This will be our 11th year of bringing you a local outlet here in town for fresh foods, handmade crafts and a place to gather in beautiful downtown Blaine during our amazing summer season.
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Market ... hobbyist Tom Erickson, Claudia’s Fairy Furniture and Fairy Houses and a variety of Whatcom County farmers. The ever-popular 10th annual International Slug Races will occur at noon on May 25, followed by games and prizes for kids. For more information and to stay updated on farmers market happenings, check out the market’s new Facebook page at facebook.com/blainemarket. To participate in the market contact Carroll Solomon at the Blaine Welcome Center at 360-332-4544 or vic@cityofblaine.com.
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Soups and Such. The day will end with a kite flying contest on the beach. Nearly 400 kites, plastic and nylon, will be available for use, though visitors are free to bring their own. “We make it a lot of fun for kids,” Gaughen said. Prizes will be handed out for some predetermined categories like “longest flying” and “best trick” but the fun is in the spontaneity. The chamber will “give out as many prizes as possible,” said Gaughen.
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This weekend, the sky will not be blue. As kites take flight at the annual Birch Bay Kite Festival, they will paint the horizon a rainbow of colors. Hosted by the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, the event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26 with a wide variety of vendors and activities. “It’s just an easy, laid back event,” said event coordinator Danielle Gaughen. “It’s a great way to start the summer season.” Each day begins at the Birch Bay community beach property at 7930 Birch Bay Drive. The gates open at 10 a.m. with DJ music, followed by a dog show at 11 a.m. Any dog can join in the contest to show their skill, after which prizes will be awarded from a plethora of local pet-loving businesses. Pros and amateurs can try their core strength at the hula hooping competition at 1 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Activities each day also include knockerball and a kid
zone by Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 with yard games and arts and crafts, Gaughen said. U.S. Army members will also stop by with basketball toss, football toss and a trailer to play Xbox. Adults can enjoy lounging in the sun to the sound of live music by funk, soul and R&B cover bands Groovebot and Baby Cakes. Six food trucks and vendors will be onsite for all food needs, including Bay Pops, Chow Hot Dogs and Drayton Harbor
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permit) are welcome. 7. New this year: the last Saturday in June, July and August will be Flea Market Days. Bring anything to sell that will fit on your 4 x 6 table. Cost is $4 per space. (When you leave, you must take with you what does not sell.) 8. No contract or long-term commitment. Just call or e-mail the Blaine Welcome Center by Friday to be included in the market that Saturday. 9. Blaine Welcome Center contact information: Carroll Solomon 360-332-4544 vic@cityofblaine.com Ron Snyder and Cathy Taggett Blaine
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The Editor: Did you know that May is National Elder Law Month? If your answer is no, you are not alone. We are fortunate in Whatcom County that a number of attorneys offer expert elder law services. As our population longevity moves upward, it has become an increasingly popular field, covering estate planning, trusts, wills, care arrangements, social security and retirement benefits, protection against elder abuse (physical, emotional and financial) and advance care planning for healthcare options – interventions people might choose, or not choose, if they could no longer communicate themselves. That said, it is incumbent upon all of us – including those who practice elder law – to promote the notion that advance directives aren’t just for older adults. Unexpected end-of-life situations
As if that wasn’t enough, it’s also the 10th consecutive year of the running of the Blaine International Slug Races. Races begin at noon, and continue until all of the prizes are given out or the slugs are too tuckered to slither anymore. We supply the slugs and you supply the smiles. (Feel free to bring your own racing slug.) Please remember, this is our town. If we expect others to stop and see what’s happening, you must set the pace by participating in the life of your community. So come on out and have some fun at the opening of the market and the running of the slug races. Giddy-up Super Slugs! Key points to remember: 1. The official opening day of the Blaine Farmers Market is May 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2. The market is located on the G Street Plaza. 3. Vendors can set up as early as 8 a.m. 4. Slug races begin at noon. Prizes will be awarded. 5. Products should be handmade and/or homegrown. 6. Non-profits, buskers and food vendors (health department
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can happen at any age, so it’s important for all adults to prepare these documents. By planning ahead, you can get the medical care you want, avoid unnecessary suffering and relieve caregivers of decision-making burdens during moments of crisis or grief. Completing an advance directive reduces confusion or disagreement about the choices you would want people to make on your behalf. May is National Elder Law Month. This may be a good time for you to start the important process of documenting your healthcare wishes with your attorney, your doctor, your family and your friends. Micki Jackson Bellingham
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The Northern Light • May 23 - 29, 2019
Sports By Oliver Lazenby
Hallberg, Faulkner and Caro going to state track meet after top finishes Brynn Hallberg, Ben Caro and Elee Faulkner are the only Blaine athletes headed to the state track meet this week after top finishes
at the 2A Northwest Conference District Championship at Lakewood High School on May 15-17. Despite five personal bests and
some close finishes at districts, the track season is over for all but three Blaine track and field athletes. Hallberg came through with a huge personal best in javelin to earn fourth place. Her top throw of 117 feet, 3 inches beat her former personal best by nearly 10 feet. Her other throws at districts suggest that she might be able to repeat that distance at state. “She ripped a couple off that were over 110 feet,” said Blaine head coach Gabe Bolton. Caro is going to state in three events. He placed second in the 100-meter wheelchair with a personal best 34.56 seconds; first in wheelchair shot put with a throw
of 13 feet, 8 inches; and first in wheelchair discus with a personal best throw of 38 feet, 3 inches. For Caro, state is a rare opportunity to compete against other wheelchair athletes. At districts he only had competition in the 100 meters and in that event he beat his former personal best time by nearly two seconds. “I think having competition helped a lot and kind of pumped him up,” Bolton said. Faulkner managed to break two personal records at the district meet. First, she ran the 100-meter hurdles in 16.06 seconds during prelims, finishing in third place. That time would have
qualified her for state, but in the finals she ran a half-second slower and finished in sixth place (the top four go to state). In her main event, the 300-meter hurdles, Faulkner finished second in the finals in a personal best 46.13 seconds. The bright side of not qualifying in the 100 meters is that she only has to run one event at state. Much of her competition in 300-meter hurdles will be running both 300and 100-meter hurdles. “I think she’ll be feeling fresh and raring to go,” Bolton said. The state meet is on May 23-24 at Mount Tahoma High School in Tacoma.
s Three Blaine wrestlers won medals at the Washington State Freestyle/Greco State Championship tournament on May 4-5 in Centralia. Pictured, from l., are Cael Button, Gavino Rodriguez and Jacob Westfall. Button placed fifth at the Greco State Tournament in the 120-pound division, Rodriguez won the Greco championship at 220 pounds and Westfall placed eighth in freestyle and seventh in Greco at 195 pounds. Photo courtesy of Nate Button
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s David Gurley chases a ball in the first half of a unified soccer game at Blaine High School on May 9 against Sehome. Unified soccer combines special education students with general education “partner” players. Blaine High School’s unified team plays its final game at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 against Ferndale at Phillips 66 Sports Complex in Ferndale.
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Candidate filing week is over During the week of May 13–17, prospective candidates for offices up for election in Whatcom County this November had a chance to file their declarations of candidacy.
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bonus that he worked in Whatcom County in the past and has connections in the local law enforcement community.” Mayor Bonnie Onyon also weighed in on the city’s new hire. “Chief Tanksley’s personable, easygoing demeanor came across during the interviews, and I was
really impressed by the time he spent researching the community, meeting with business owners and talking with folks on the street,” she said. According to a candidate bio provided by the city, Tanksley has been chief of police for Portland State University in Oregon since 2017. Prior to that, he was the assistant chief of police for Western Washington University for over three years. Tanksley
Traffic safety: the definition of jaywalking By Doug Dahl Q: What exactly is jaywalking? Is it just crossing the street where there isn’t a sidewalk? A: A little over 100 years ago, The New York Times decried the use of the term “jaywalker” as “highly opprobrious” and “a truly shocking name.” I had to look up opprobrious, and if your vocabulary doesn’t include that word either, here are some synonyms: derogatory, insulting and scandalous. Who knew calling someone a jaywalker could be so offensive? Back in 1910, calling someone a jay was essentially saying they were a hillbilly that didn’t belong in the city. It was a semi-vulgar classist insult. But how did it become associated with traffic? Until the advent of the car, streets were shared by pedestrians, bikes, horse and buggy and streetcars. Everyone felt equally entitled to use the road. As cars became more common, that began to change. According to traffic historian Peter Norton, in the teen years of the last century, the automobile was coming under fire for the increasing frequency of killing pedestrians. Folks in the automotive industry were concerned, but not in the way you might think. They weren’t worried about pedestrians; they
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were worried about the future of the business. The automotive industry didn’t coin the word, but they were quick to adopt the jaywalking insult as a way of shaming pedestrians out of the roadway. In the early days of the car, it was pretty much assumed that in a crash between a car and a pedestrian, the driver of the car was at fault. Then George Graham of the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce (NACC) had an idea that reshaped American attitudes toward cars and the people struck by them. Graham launched a centralized accident news service for newspaper reporters, to “make sure that the reporter gets and records the essential facts.” This news service didn’t have any problem placing blame, and within months, newspapers were reporting that 70 to 90 percent of car-versus-pedestrian crashes were caused by jaywalkers. One hundred years later, jaywalking has lost much of its derogatory connotation and is a common term everywhere except in the law, at least in Washington. In our state we have three relevant laws. They are titled “Crosswalks”, “Crossing at other than crosswalks” and “Pedestrian control signals.” You can probably guess what they’re each about.
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Here’s the thing, though; even in locations other than crosswalks, it’s mostly legal to cross the street. What changes is who has to yield. Here’s how the rules break down. At a crosswalk, drivers are required to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. I’ll point out that what makes a crosswalk is location, not paint on pavement. The legal definition of a crosswalk is kind of confusing and takes a few concentrated readings to figure out but, pretty much, wherever two streets intersect, there is a crosswalk. If it’s painted on the road it’s a marked crosswalk; no paint means it’s an unmarked crosswalk. Marked crosswalks can also show up in mid-block locations; you sometimes find those in urban areas, especially if the blocks are really long. Outside of intersections and marked mid-block crosswalks, pedestrians are required to yield to cars on the roadway, but it’s generally not illegal to cross the street. You probably noticed the word “generally” in the last sentence. There are four scenarios where it is clearly illegal to cross the road, or what might be called jaywalking. Here they are: • Between adjacent intersections at which traffic control signals are in operation. If intersections on either side of you have stop signs, you can cross mid-block after yielding to traffic. If the intersections have traffic lights, it’s illegal. That would include most urban areas, so city-dwellers, you need to use the crosswalks. • Diagonally at an intersection (unless authorized by traffic control devices). There are some cities that have implemented what’s called a pedestrian scramble. These are intersections where all traffic stops at the same time to let pedestrians cross in any direction, including diagonally. Outside of those locations, crossing an intersection diagonally is pretty nuts. • When a sign prohibits crossing the street. Duh. • When the pedestrian signal has the big red hand or “Don’t Walk” displayed. Duh, again. While the term jaywalking has stuck around for over a century, the counter-insult that was lobbed back by pedestrians never quite caught on. In the 1920s, drivers that disregarded the rules were called flivverboobs. I just don’t see that word making a comeback. Doug Dahl is a manager with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, Region 11 and publishes TheWiseDrive.com.
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6th-8th Grade Band Concert, 7pm 7th-12th Grade Choir Concert, 7pm High School Graduation, 6pm E.S. Drama Performance, 7pm 8th Grade Tea, 6pm Last Day of School (12:50pm Dismissal) School Board Meeting, 7pm P.S. Closed for Summer Break E.S./M.S./H.S. Closed for Summer Break
Updated 2019-2020 School Calendar Now Available Next year’s school calendar is available on the District’s website and now includes Late Start and Conference Week dates.
2019-2020 Pre-Registration for New Students Families with new students who will start in the fall, particularly kindergarteners, are encouraged to enroll their child for the next school year before school offices close for summer break. Please contact the appropriate school office for registration information.
In 2006, Blaine School District welcomed Ron Spanjer as the new superintendent. Originally from Eastern Washington, Dr. Spanjer came to Blaine with more than two decades of experience in education. After starting out as a second grade teacher in the mid ‘80s, he then spent 15 years in school and district level administration, in the Battle Ground and Port Angeles school districts, prior to his arrival in Blaine. In the past 13 years as the superintendent of Blaine schools, Ron Spanjer has remained true to his objective of providing all students with a safe and productive learning environment. Dr. Spanjer’s commitment to putting the needs of students first has been at the forefront of his work as an administrator. Under his leadership, the District has worked to ensure a high level of efficiency, and our schools have continued to pursue excellence in providing a quality education for all students. Ron Spanjer has announced his intent to retire at the end of this summer. On behalf of the District’s Board of Directors, staff, and especially our students, we wish him a long and happy retirement.
Ann Balfour, 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year Out of a pool of many qualified nominees, Blaine School District’s leadership team selected High School Teacher Ann Balfour as the District’s 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year. Over the course of three decades in Blaine, Ann has consistently demonstrated a high level of dedication and commitment to the needs of all students. She stands out because of the many ways she supports youth both in and out of her classroom. In addition to teaching Spanish, Ann is a certified counselor and a member of the High School’s CARE team. She often assists students in working through anxiety and other mental health issues. Hungry kids can regularly find food and drink available in Ann’s classroom. The dress closet that Ann started many years ago has now blossomed into a full clothing shop with a large variety of options for all occasions. In addition to making clothes and shoes available to students in need, this has provided opportunities for her Closet Club students to develop merchandising skills and a sense of purpose. Ann Balfour’s current and past students can attest to the positive mark she has made on their lives. Congratulations to Ann on this well-deserved recognition!
Superintendent Search Input Opportunities Blaine School District’s Board of Directors has provided two opportunities for parents and community members to participate in the process of determining superintendent search criteria. An online survey can be accessed, through May 28, on the District’s News Feed at www.blainesd.org or on the Blaine SD mobile app. Additionally, there will be a Community Focus Group meeting on Wednesday, May 29, from 7-8pm in the District Boardroom.
High School Construction Update In its final stage of construction, the High School’s core facility is nearly complete. Interior drywall and painting work is progressing rapidly, along with ceiling, lighting, and door installations. As the exterior finish work is wrapping up, the new courtyard at the center of campus is beginning to take shape. The grandstands project is also underway, with Dawson Construction now on site to build the underlying structure. Bleachers and the press box are being manufactured over summer and will be delivered sometime in the fall.
Thank You, Teachers and Certificated Staff! Earlier this month, teachers and certificated support staff were recognized during Teacher Appreciation Week for the contributions they make on a daily basis to learning, child development, and to the community. Blaine School District’s certificated staff members are deserving of major applause, as they work together to provide for quality learning opportunities and individual student success. We appreciate our certificated staff for the incredible work that they do!
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Congratulations, Seniors! In their last weeks of school, our High School seniors have been making final preparations for their future, and many outstanding students have received special recognition. Alexandra Hao was selected to attend the 2nd Annual Washington State STEM Signing Day at the State Capital Building on April 12. A large group of 80 seniors participated in Blaine High School’s signing day event on May 10. At Recognition Night on May 15, various local organizations awarded more than 25 scholarships to approximately 35 deserving seniors. On May 21 and 22, all seniors shared their experiences and plans for the future with a panel of staff and community members at Senior Boards. We look forward to honoring this outstanding group of students at their graduation ceremony on June 7.
Check out our district website: www.blainesd.org
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Division chief Henry Hollander retiring after 27 years of service By Zoe Deal North Whatcom Fire and Rescue Service will say farewell to one of its own at the end of this month. After 27 years of service, division chief Henry Hollander will retire on May 31, and he can’t wait to hear the sweet sound of silence. Sitting at his desk at Station 63 in mid-May, the sharp tune of his pager breaks through conversation. “That’s what wakes you up at night,” chief Hollander said, pointing to the pager. “There are weeks when you get woken up every night, often twice a night. My phone goes day and night, seven days a week because of all the different aspects of work that I’m affiliated with in the department.” Chief Hollander’s tall frame is bursting with jokes, stories of the many lives he’s lived and the winding paths that brought him to firefighting, his second career. Born in Holland in 1953, Hollander grew up in Lethbridge, Alberta and Santa Barbara, California. He spent his college years at Santa Barbara City College competing in water polo and swimming. After graduating, he got married and moved to Eureka, where he worked, raced sand cars through the dunes and developed
his hunting skills. Eventually, he took over, managed and then sold his father’s refrigeration business back home in Santa Barbara and, with his second wife Cathy, moved to Whatcom County to start a new, “less expensive” life. By that time, it was the mid1990s and he was in his forties. After seeing an advertisement in the Blaine Banner newspaper, he began volunteering one day a week at the Blaine fire department. “When I joined Blaine as a volunteer, they were just open arms. Everybody was excited, everybody was friendly,” he said. Over the years, chief Hollander collected memories and responsibilities. After six years as a volunteer, he was hired on as a career firefighter. In the years following, he has served as assistant chief of operations, division chief and, eventually, fire marshal. He’s seen a lot of deaths over the years, but there have also been many saves, Hollander said. One of the highlights of his career was delivering a baby in Blaine a few years back, he said. One of the perks of the job is the lifelong friends that are fostered in the station. “It’s not just like you’re working 9-to-5 with somebody. You
have breakfast with them, work out with them, you go on calls,” he said. It’s a tightknit community bound by shared experiences and a lot of time being stuck in the same room. Captain Mike Schmidt has been working with Hollander since their volunteer days and has fond memories of camping adventures together. “We were a group of friends who got hired and had to learn how to work together,” Schmidt said. He recalls Hollander being “a zealot about the [dryer] lint trap,” fueling some tense mornings, but said the best way to describe him would be “a good friend.” “I’m not even sure I’m prepared for him to retire,” Schmidt said. Firefighter Kaleb Bruch said Hollander is “irreplaceable.” What he’ll miss most is “just sitting around telling stories” with the chief. With the vast number of activities chief Hollander has been involved in, the number of his stories is unsurprising. While sand car racing is not an option in the Northwest, Hollander has developed other passions which include barbershop singing, raising goats, fishing and constructing houses. He calls up a barbershop quartet video on YouTube. They’re
s Division chief Henry Hollander. singing his favorite song, “Lucky Old Sun” by Kenny Chesney: Up in the mornin’ out on the job, work like the devil for my pay, But that lucky old sun has nothin’ to do but roll around heaven all day. Chief Hollander won’t roll around heaven all day for a long while, but he’s looking forward to having a well-deserved break, one with morning walks around the lake with his dog and time with his wife, three kids and two grandchildren. He might even join a pickleball league. “It has been a great career, I’ve
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enjoyed it,” he said. “It’s been an honor to be able to serve the community for the 27 years I’ve been able to do it.” Chief Hollander will get an official fire department send-off at a retirement celebration on Thursday, May 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. The informal event, which is open to the public, will include a barbeque, with presentations and speeches at 2 p.m. Following fire service tradition, chief Hollander will sign off with a farewell dispatch, with pipes and drums and one last ride home from duty in the fire engine.
Border delays possible as CBP agents transferred to the southern border By Jami Makan Hundreds of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents from across the U.S. are being temporarily transferred to the southern border, raising the prospect of northern border delays during the busy summer months. “While the current southwest border security and humanitarian crisis is impacting CBP operations, we are working to mitigate the effects as much as possible,” read an official CBP statement provided to The Northern Light. “Currently, CBP has temporarily reassigned 731 CBP officers from ports around the nation to border patrol sectors where apprehensions of family units and unaccompanied children from Central America
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trict, said board president John Freal. Finding a current superintendent isn’t necessary; Spanjer, who served the district for 13 years, was not a full superintendent when he was hired. “He came in with good experience as an assistant superintendent and with human resources experience,” board member Charles Gibson said. “He was clearly quite experienced and was not looking to move from one superintendent position to another. So for someone who has been working their way toward being a
have overwhelmed border patrol capabilities and facilities. This includes CBP officers from northern border ports, seaports and airports in order to lessen the impact at any one particular port of entry.” However, a CBP spokesperson declined to specify how many, if any, border agents from the Blaine area will be transferred to the U.S.-Mexico border this summer. The spokesperson also declined to address how long they will be deployed, what their specific duties will be and whether the transfers are expected to result in longer border wait times at Blaine area border crossings this summer. “Travelers are urged to plan accordingly and check the CBP wait times page for the most up-
to-date border crossing information,” according to the CBP. The agents are being transferred south in order to help address the ongoing migrant and humanitarian crisis along the U.S.-Mexico border. According to official figures, the southwest border is experiencing an unprecedented surge of undocumented families and children, many of whom require medical assistance upon their arrival. According to CBP data, border patrol is currently encountering illegal immigration at the highest rates since 2007. The most recent figures available, from April, show that almost 110,000 individuals were apprehended or deemed inadmissible at the southwest border that month, more than
double the amount from a year earlier. In the first four months of this year, almost 350,000 people were apprehended or deemed inadmissible at the southwest border. The plan to transfer CBP agents to the southern border has met some resistance, however. In a May 3 letter, members of the Congressional Northern Border Caucus wrote to acting DHS secretary Kevin McAleenan, asking him to “immediately rescind” the transfer of CBP officers to the southern border. “The abrupt transfer of needed personnel on the northern border will have economic and security implications on the facilitation of U.S.-Canada cross border trade and travel,” wrote 13 members of Congress, who noted that the heaviest travel months of the
year are approaching. “The decision to deploy northern border CBP officers to the southern border makes it increasingly more difficult for the agency to meet their core mission requirements at the border which include effectively securing U.S. points of entry and safeguarding and streamlining lawful trade and travel,” the letter continued. “CBP’s consistent inability to attain its statutorily established minimum staffing levels and the reduction of service hours at several land ports of entry along the northern border, coupled with further reduction of staffing due to this deployment will cause excessive delays at crossings, expose the nation to security risks and highlight key vulnerabilities.”
superintendent, this could be an opportunity.” And if the school board doesn’t find that candidate, they can hire an interim and continue searching. “This allows us to do our due diligence and if we’re not certain about any of the candidates, we can hire an interim and take a longer time looking for a permanent superintendent,” Freal said. “We may decide at some point along the way we’re going to get an interim for a year and just let the process play out in 2020.” The board wouldn’t need to hire an interim superintendent for an entire school year – it could replace an interim superintendent with a more permanent
superintendent after just a couple months, for example. Hiring a consultant The school board voted unanimously to hire McPherson & Jacobson after interviewing two firms at a May 17 special board meeting. That firm has a national footprint while the other candidate for the job, Northwest Leadership Associates, works in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. All of Northwest Leadership Associates’ consultants have experience as superintendents in the Pacific Northwest, according to its website, while McPherson & Jacobson’s consultants have more diverse experience. “They were both strong options, we just felt like we needed
a broader net to be thrown out and also to have the experience of educators looking at this who are not just superintendents,” Gibson said. The school district’s $9,500 contract with McPherson & Jacobson includes a two-year guarantee; if the future superintendent ends employment within two years, McPherson & Jacobson will repeat the search process for no extra cost. Search criteria After voting to hire McPherson & Jacobson, the board held a meeting on the following Monday, May 20, to discuss its criteria for a superintendent. The board’s policy states that notice of special meetings must be
given 24 hours prior to the meeting being held. The board gave notice about the Monday meeting on its website on Friday night. District officials said that short notice had to do with the tight timeline for posting the job, and that the community would have other opportunities for input. “We’re behind the eight-ball right now. Ron didn’t make his decision until fairly late in the game,” Freal said. The board doesn’t plan to take formal action on its criteria for the hiring process until May 29, after hearing from the community. Those criteria will be included in the job posting and will inform McPherson & Jacobson’s search.
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Real Estate 5939 Malloy Ave • Ferndale
8045 Birch Bay Dr. Blaine, WA
360-371-7252 Century21BayProperties.com 1239 Geneva Hills Road • Bellingham $574,900
GENEVA NEIGHBORHOOD! Home has Brazilian Cherry hardwood flooring throughout the main level along w/ gourmet kitchen opens up to main living area NOW PENDING! with vaulted ceilings, Gas FP & floor to ceiling windows. Finished basement comes with 4 additional BD, a full BA and large great room.
CeCelia Breivik 360-303-8161
8409 Selder Rd. • Blaine
$159,000
BIRCH BAY VIEWS! Remodeled & updated Birch Bay view gem offering highly sought after unobstructed south facing view of water. Ideal recreational or rental property. New NEW LISTING! flooring, fixtures, back splashes around sinks, bathroom mirror, interior and exterior paint, window coverings, deck and more.
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Amy Bremer • (360) 961-0620
9495 Semiahmoo Parkway #A1F
$360,000
GREAT FERNDALE HOME! Spacious floor plan with large living areas. Kitchen features granite tile counter-tops with bar seating. SOLD! Fully fenced backyard, playground, large shed, 660 sq ft detached finished studio for any use, fruit trees, and room for a garden. Great location near shops, schools, and restaurants! for RV parking!
$609,900
8128 Kayak Way • Birch Bay Village
NEWLY UPDATED Remarkable 3520 SF 5-BD, 3-BA home has it all! Excellent condition everything updated in last 5 years. New furnaces, A/C, updatBIRCH BAY VILLAGE ed bathrooms, huge deck, exterior paint, closet organizers thru entire home. Hardwood floors re-finished. Lots of room downstairs boasts large bar area with tons of entertainment room. Roof 5 years new.
Carl W. R. Dufton • (360) 815-6637
Christy Imperio • (360) 201-4100
$30,000
JUST A SHORT WALK TO THE B’HAM BAY WATERFRONT! 1/3 acre property offers abundant opportunities for a recreational getaway LARGE BUILDING LOT! or permanent homestead. Mature natural landscape, wildlife abound, as this well-preserved property is a blank slate for you to envision and create your serene masterpiece.
7372 Birch Bay Drive • Birch Bay
8737 Charel Drive • Semiahmoo
$785,000
WELCOME HOME! Expansive Water Views! Stunning home combines elegance & beach living. Open windows with views to Semiahmoo Bay BEACH ACCESS & White Rock B.C. Main floor Master, Chef’s Kitchen. HUGE media room plus additional bonus room. 2nd deck leads to garden & fire pit.
$348,500
BEACH ACCESS FOR YOU BEACH LOVERS! Fabulous, new home in a prime location. 3-BD, 2-BA. This home features laminate floors and high BRAND NEW HOME! ceilings. Master suite looks out to creek with peek-a-boo view of the Bay from spacious eat-in-kitchen. SS appliances adorn the kitchen.
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8427 Selder Road • Birch Bay
$259,000
NEWLY UPDATED! Water view affordable home! Great location, just minutes from the beach, close to I-5 and the US/CDN border! Priced to NOW PENDING! sell! House has interior updates: paint, flooring, windows, bathroom, carpet, and new appliances. Home has a 400 SF bonus room with endless possibilities! Enjoy sunsets off your expansive back deck!
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21 ACRES on Kickerville at Headwaters on Terrell Creek $200,000
Owner contract is possible at 20% down, 6.5% 30 year Amortization Some residential zoning, currently in open space. Wet lands credit transfer? Recreational? Possible conservation easement opportunity. Great tax advantage. Call Hugh for the rest of the story.
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BUILDING LOTS READY FOR YOUR NEW HOME. Almost 1 acre just on the edge of town. Septic design with permit, wetlands report, and DNR assessment included, city water available. $110,000 – MLS# 1376575 Two mountain and water view building lots with water and sewer available to property line. $89,900 EACH. MLS#1454555 and MLS# 1456391
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8783 Clubhouse Point Dr. $1,049,000 3935 Sq. ft. Paired fairway home with interior courtyard, no steps level. All living main level PRESALE/UNDER CONSTRUCTION main of the home, 3 car garages, Great SEPTEMBER COMPLETION Views! Next open house June 1st and 2nd. See floor plans at www.clubhousepoint.com
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One of a kind charming 2-BD $274,900 home in the cottage district of Birch Bay. Minutes to the beach, great setting for your weekend retreat or VRBO. This home is well maintained, stunning back yard with fire pit & storage shed. Perfect for the commuter whether I-5 to Bellingham or Ferndale Refineries. ! CED 8139 Kayak Way EDU R E Birch Bay • $445,000 PRIC Beautiful Designed BBV Home all on one level. High ceilings, granite counter tops. Large en-suite, walk-in closet. Completely landscaped, with $8000+ water retention system, over sized garage, on demand hot water. 24 security, swimming pool, private saltwater beaches, marina, tennis courts & golf course. THIS IS A MUST SEE HOME!
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5711 Sanderling Wy Semiahmoo • $499,000 One of a kind! Sunny single story home w/excellent elevated view of Semiahmoo’s undulating emerald 14th fairway & green! Single story living at its best. Contemporary kitchen w/3 sets of French doors opening to a timber tech deck that seems to go on forever, wrapping around the home to create 4 unique outdoor living areas. Two suites, plus den/office w/ Murphy bed & adjoining 3rd bath.
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Located just off Birch Bay’s sandy beaches, with frontage on Terrell creek that flows into Birch Bay about a thousand feet away. Kayaking and crabbing from your own back yard. How cool is that? Nice back yard with plenty of privacy for the afternoon sun. Remodel and make it your own little custom getaway or just live the vacation. Plenty of parking.
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2796 sq. ft stand alone home with no steps. Elevated home site with Southern Exposure, Lake and 18th Green views. Open floor plan with guest Casita, 3 bedrooms, 2.75 baths and office. Master and Office open to the interior courtyard. Under construction.
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BEACHFRONT! SEMIAHMOO GROUND FLOOR CORNER VILLA! Toes in the sand..This NW beach dream condo has it all; 2-BD, 2-BA... arguably NOW PENDING! the best Beachwalker waterfront location, private, views to the bay, the Strait, & mountains! 1270 +/- sq ft, w/upgrades, SS appliances, designer flooring, gas FP and more! On the Semiahmoo spit, steps from 300 slip.
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Rentals - Rooms ROOM FOR RENT in historical home Blaine. Fully furnished, all utilities paid, internet included. Shared kitchen, references required. $475/mo. Call 360306-8508. VERY NICE. BIRCH BAY. Furnished lower level with kitchen, eating area, living room, bedroom, and private bathroom. Need to be able to help with yard work, window cleaning, and some house work. Rent reduction for work done. Private entrance. 360-371-8118
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Blaine students screened for heart issues By Jami Makan Blaine student athletes were screened for heart issues earlier this year as part of the Teen Heart Screen program, which provides advanced heart screenings for young adults living in Whatcom and Skagit counties. The free screenings, offered by PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in partnership with North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) and other community partners, are intended to detect hidden heart problems. Although the percentage is small, youth with undetected heart defects are at risk of sudden cardiac arrest which can happen without warning and can result in death. For those under age 35, it is often due to hidden heart defects or undetected heart abnormalities. If a defect or abnormality can be identified early, it can be treated and monitored throughout a person’s lifetime. The screenings took place at the Blaine school district on March 21. That day, 223 students were screened, comprised of 107 female and 116 male students.
All of the students screened had a chart created, and the records of their screening were entered into the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center electronic medical record system. As part of the screenings, there were six stations set up for students to go through. At station 1, a student’s height and weight were measured. At station 2, blood pressure and pulse were taken. At station 3, an electrocardiogram was performed. At station 4, there was training on how to perform CPR and use a defibrillator. At station 5, there was a physician evaluation, while at station 6, some students received an ultrasound of their heart, if recommended. The health professionals who participated included Dr. Mark Daniels, Nickie Snyder, NP, Dr. Susan Kranzpiller and Dr. Rachel Lum Ho. As a result of the screenings, four students were found to have significant findings requiring immediate follow-up. Fifty-one other students were found to have positive findings as well, including hypertension, shortness of
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breath, chest pain on exertion or significant family history. All 55 students with positive findings were notified of the screening results along with their parents and primary care physicians. The Teen Heart Screen program aims to do two screenings per year, one each in spring and fall or winter. The program aims to visit each school district once every four years and comes to them by invitation or request. The program is supported by EMS crews from across Whatcom County. The crews are volunteers and play various roles including conducting the screening portion, offering defibrillator training, taking blood pressures and gathering basic information. In addition to NWFR, Whatcom County fire districts 1, 7 and 14 and the Burlington Fire Department, the program is also supported by Kelley Insurance Agency, Boston Scientific, Cardiac Insight and Mended Hearts. They help with coordination of the events, equipment transfer, CPR and first aid training and other tasks.
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Preparing your business for the tourist season By Asche Rider Summer tourism season is nearly upon us, and just like hopeful teenagers angling for a summer crush, businesses may be thinking about how to increase the chances of attracting the attention of visitors and locals alike. Business managers may be wondering how to present their best business-self to make a good impression. Below are some tips. • Clean up the proverbial gutters and give everything a good shine. Shining up your business’s physical space will increase the chances it makes a good impression. We’re all judged on our appearances. People make conclusions based on everything they see, hear and smell, both outside and inside your business. Be sure to put a good foot forward! It could be as simple as sweeping the sidewalk and knocking down cobwebs, to more intensive things like repainting, changing furniture, adding ambiance via lighting or putting out flower planters. • The key to catching the attention of visitors is to be authentic and help your business shine as the best version of itself. For example, if an office supply store has pillars in front, they might overlay images of giant paperclips on the pillars and match the space where one can see through the paperclips
to the wall material behind the pillar, so it looks like giant paperclips are holding up the entryway. Be sure to check on local ordinances before getting too far along. • Clear signage – Make sure what your business does is clear to someone who’s never been to it before. A storefront labeled “Seeds” could be lots of things – bird seeds, local sprouted seeds, garden seeds, a café or restaurant. Announce what you do to take the guesswork out of the process so it’s easy for potential customers to be interested. They’re less likely to come in if they don’t know what you do. • Window displays and banners – Make them interesting and appealing, and use them as an opportunity to let your business’s products and personality shine. • Sandwich boards – These are an easy and affordable way to show off your business. Are you having a sale? Say it on the sandwich board. Are you a lifestyle business and want to put up inspirational quotes? Put them on the sandwich board. Do you like the idea of having a joke of the day or week? Sandwich board. Decorate it (or don’t!) any way you’d like. This is a little flag that gives visitors a taste of what your store is like. • Customer service – People talk. They really like to share when they have a bad experience or
when they find something great. Have you touched base with staff to make sure the type of experience you want guests to have when they come in the business is clear? Do staff understand how to facilitate that? It’s powerful to have positive words spread about your business. It’s the best advertising and it’s free! I often call this, ‘How do you ‘Wow’?’ What do you offer that ‘wows’ guests in a way they just have to share with friends and family? • While we’ve been focusing on brick and mortar, let’s not neglect the internet. When people are looking at visiting an area, or are trying to figure out what to do while they’re in town, often the first place they’ll look is online. This means that if you’re not giving enough attention to your website (and social media if appropriate for the business), then you may be making a less than ideal first impression. A web presence doesn’t have to be a huge investment of time or energy. A little bit can go a long way. Just like hopeful teens looking to make a good impression on a summer crush, businesses can use these tips to make a good impression on tourists and locals alike. Asche Rider represents the Small Business Development Center at Western Washington University
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APA Museum: Friday–Sunday, 1–5 p.m. through September, 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway. Learn about the area’s commercial fishing history with antique machinery, historic photos and an original sailboat. Info: draytonharbormaritime.com. MV Plover Ferry Rides: Friday and Saturday, 12–8 p.m., Sundays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., through Labor Day. Departs on the hour from Blaine Harbor, gate 2 and on the half hour from Semiahmoo dock. Ride the historic foot passenger ferry between Blaine and Semiahmoo Spit. Adults $5, kids $1 round trip. Info: draytonharbormaritime.com. Firsts in Flight – A Hidden History: Through August 4, Whatcom Museum’s old city hall building. Showcasing significant contributions of women and African Americans, particularly African American women, to our country’s history of aviation and space flight. Info: whatcommuseum.org.
to 5 p.m, The Bridge Community Hope Center, 4815 Alderson Road. Plus, yard sale fundraiser for Dakota Creek Christian Center 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Birch Bay Kite Festival: Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Birch Bay Beach Park, 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Family kite festival with kite flying, music, kids zone, food and craft vendors, hula hoop contest and dog show. Info: birchbaychamber.com. Division chief Henry Hollander’s retirement celebration: Thursday, May 30, 1-4 p.m., Station 61, 9408 Odell Road. Pipes and drums, and final ride home from duty in the fire engine, touring the area first to say goodbye! There will be a barbeque (hot dogs/hamburgers), cake and ice cream. Official presentation and speeches beginning at 2 p.m. Info: 360/318-9933.
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Blaine Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon: Wednesday, June 5, noon, Pizza Factory, 738 Peace Portal Drive. Guest speaker: Eric Sheckler, creative director, BounceBox. Developer of the new Blaine tourism plan, logo and website. For more info: blainechamber.com
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Vinyl Night and Trivia: Thursday, May 30, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Info: 360/3920955. State Park Free Parking Day: Sunday, June 9. Celebrating Free Fishing Weekend, park for free at any Washington Live Music at The Vault: Friday, May 24, 7–10 p.m., Live Music at The Vault: Friday, May 31, 7–9 p.m., State Park. The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Mary Ellen The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Phil SoLykins and Craig Adams Info: 360/392-0955. tille and Tim Volipocella (guitars). Info: 360/392-0955. Story Telling: Friday, June 14, 6 p.m., Birch Bay State Park wildlife theater. Info: fobs.org. Blaine Farmers Market: Saturdays, starting May 25, State Park Free Parking Day: Saturday, June 1. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., G Street Plaza. Celebrating National Trails Day, park for free at any ArtScape Teens: Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m., Soul Space Studio, Washington State Park. 264B H Street. A safe place for teens to set their imagi10th Annual International Slug Race: Saturday, May nations free through different art mediums. Free studio 25, noon, G Street Plaza. Bring your own slug or choose Run to the Border: Saturday, June 1, 8:30 a.m., time. Sponsored by Healthy Youth Coalition. Info: 435/704one of ours. Prizes for kids. Info: 360/332-8082. Blaine High School track. One-mile kids fun run at 1598. the track. 5k race starts at 9 a.m. with runners and El Buen Pastor Fundraiser: Saturday, May 25, walkers navigating to Peace Arch State Park, running Blue Beat After School Bike Program: Wednesdays, 3 noon–3 p.m., Birch Bay Village Clubhouse. Live auction through the arch and returning to the school track. p.m. Kids ages 11-14 bike ride with Blaine police. Middle beginning at 2 p.m. Proceeds support an orphanage in Info and registration: bbbparkandrec.org. schoolers who join Blue Beat bike program are eligible Morelia, Mexico. Hot dog and ice cream lunch with profor a free bike. Register at blainebikerally.eventbrite.com. ceeds benefiting Blaine School District Family Services. Birch Bay State Park Walk: Saturday, June 1, 10 Brought to you by Healthy Youth Coalition. Info: Melanie or Harry Shearer at 360/393-3774 or Mary a.m., BP Heron Center in Birch Bay State Park. Explore Libby at 360/961-2370. the archaeological past of Birch Bay State Park. Info: Teen Nite: Saturdays, 5–9 p.m., Pizza Factory, 738 Peace fobbsp.org. Portal Drive. Kids ages 13–18 come enjoy open mic, Live Music at The Vault: Saturday, May 25, 7–9 karaoke and games. Free pizza at 5 p.m. p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Chad Big Bucks Bingo: Saturday, June 1, 1–3 p.m., Blaine Peterson. Info: 360/392-0955. Senior Center, 763 G Street. Open to the public. Early Narcotics Anonymous Meeting: Sundays, 6:30–7:30 bird game at 12:30 p.m. and regular bingo at 1 p.m., p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett Street, enBird Walk: Saturday, May 25, 10 a.m., BP Heron Center Cost: $15 for eight games with three cards per game. trance on 4th Street. For other meeting times and locations in Birch Bay State Park. Info: fobbsp.org. Cash prizes. Lunch at noon, 6 InfoL 360/332-8040. visit nwwana.org or call 360/647-3234. Junior Ranger Program: Saturday, May 25, 1 p.m., Beachside Beerfest & BBQ Fundraiser: Saturday, Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to Birch Bay State Park wildlife theater. Info: fobs.org. June 1, 1–6 p.m., Semiahmoo Resort tent pavilion calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than and Peace Arch pier. $40 includes tasting glass, 10 Boutique Sale fundraiser: Saturday, May 25, 9 a.m. noon on Monday. Vinyl Night and Trivia: Thursday, May 23, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Info: 360/392-0955.
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Weather Precipitation: During the period of May 13-19, .93 inches of precipitation was recorded. The 2019 year-to-date precipitation is 12.9 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 74°F on May 19 with a low of 47°F on May 13. Average high was 68°F and average low was 51°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
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1. Drains 5. Cleveland baseball team 10. Leans in for apples 14. Language spoken in India 15. Norwegian parish 16. Wings 17. “Family City, USA” 18. Prague 19. Tottenham footballer Alli 20. Cakes 22. A way to save for retirement 23. Good gosh! 24. HBO Dust Bowl series 27. ELO drummer Bevan 30. Kids’ game
31. Computer giant 32. Luxury automaker 35. Made disappear 37. Mandela’s party 38. Greek personification of Earth 39. Semitic lords 40. Where to put groceries 41. Healthy lunch 42. Greek mountain 43. Disfigure 44. Ramble on 45. Partner to carrot 46. Figure 47. Mock 48. Former CIA 49. Salts 52. Bleated 55. Never sleeps
56. Cavalry sword 60. Scottish island 61. Cyprinid fishes 63. Italian seaport 64. Fruit tree 65. Old World lizard 66. U. of Miami mascot 67. Gentlemen 68. Cover with drops, as with dew 69. Don’t stick it out DOWN
1. Broken branch 2. A distinctive quality surrounding someone 3. Commoner 4. It can be poisonous 5. Recipe measurement 6. Eager 7. City in Finland
8. Acting appropriately 9. Pitching stat 10. Cops wear one 11. Evergreen genus 12. Lacking hair 13. Witnesses 21. Supplies to excess 23. This street produces nightmares 25. Cool! 26. Basics 27. Type of jazz 28. Remove 29. Seaport in Finland 32. Large formation of aircraft 33. You should eat three every day 34. Dips feet into 36. Patti Hearst’s captors 37. Swiss river 38. Talk 40. Humorous conversation 41. Gurus 43. Actress Gretchen 44. Hitters need one 46. Offer 47. Flower cluster 49. The Navy has them 50. Palmlike plant 51. Vaccine developer 52. Guys (slang) 53. Jai __, sport 54. Assert 57. Beloved movie pig 58. __ Clapton, musician 59. Gamble 61. Hit lightly 62. Carpenter’s tool ANSWERS AT THENORTHERNLIGHT.COM
May 12, 6:59 a.m.: Trespass on Arnie and Bruce roads, Custer.
May 13, 1:37 p.m.: Forgery cold call on Blaine Road.
May 12, 8:02 a.m.: Traffic signal/sign on W. Badger and Glendale roads, Custer.
May 13, 4:26 p.m.: Assist citizen on Pipeline Road.
May 12, 8:18 a.m.: Watch for at NB I-5 NO and MP 27.
May 13, 4:58 p.m.: Suicidal subject on Holeman Avenue.
May 12, 8:30 a.m.: Assist agency on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
May 13, 5:39 p.m.: Sex crime, no rape on Jackson Road.
May 12, 9:23 a.m.: Property found on Portal Way, Custer.
May 13, 6:04 p.m.: Juvenile problem on Lincoln Road.
May 12, 11:10 a.m.: Parking problem on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
May 13, 7:13 p.m.: Alarm audible on Custer School Road, Custer.
May 12: 12:06 p.m.: Welfare check on Salish Road.
May 13, 7:51 p.m.: Juvenile problem on Lincoln Road.
May 12, 12:46 p.m.: Parking problem on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
May 13, 8:03 p.m.: Alarm audible on Custer School Road, Custer.
May 12, 2:54 p.m.: Assist agency on Pacific Highway.
May 13, 9:53 p.m.: Traffic stop on Delta Line and Zell roads, Custer.
May 12, 4:35 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Kickerville Road.
May 13, 11:26 p.m.: Vehicle prowl cold call on Blaine Road.
May 12, 5:02 p.m.: Alarm audible on H Street Road.
May 14, 12:47 a.m.: Welfare check on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer.
May 12, 5:22 p.m.: Shots on Kickerville and Birch Bay-Lynden roads.
May 14, 1:31 a.m.: Traffic stop on Custer School and Arnie roads, Custer. One arrest and citation for no valid operating license without ID.
May 12, 5:27 p.m.: Shots on Kickerville Road. May 12, 7:07 p.m.: Welfare check on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. May 12, 9:37 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. May 13, 7:58 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Harborview Road. May 13, 9:13 a.m.: Theft cold call on California Trail. May 13, 1:30 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident blocking on Portal Way and Faris Road, Custer. One citation for fail to yield right of way.
May 14, 9 a.m.: Vehicle prowl cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. May 14, 9:07 a.m.: Assist agency on Pacific Highway. May 14, 9:39 a.m.: Landlord tenant dispute cold call on Jackson Road. May 14, 10:01 a.m.: Assist citizen on W. Badger Road, Custer. May 14, 12:19 p.m.: Traffic hazard cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden and Ham roads, Custer. Reports provided by WCSO
May 23 - 29, 2019 • thenorthernlight.com
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Resort Semiahmoo Master Plan amendments revisited By Jami Makan In a May 13 presentation to city council, city manager Michael Jones explained the process by which the area south of Fire Station 62 and west of Semiahmoo Parkway was removed from the Resort Semiahmoo Master Plan (RSMP). This became an issue as the Woodberry project has moved forward. The Woodberry project has upset some Semiahmoo residents who are concerned that the project deviates from the aesthetics and character of other Semiahmoo developments. As the Woodberry project gained momentum, attention turned to the process whereby the area encompassing the Woodberry project was removed from the RSMP several years ago. Speaking at a study session, city manager Michael Jones said there were two fundamental issues that prompted the planning commission’s request to council to docket this proposal. First, he said, “there were approximately 80 acres that were inside the city limits that were not included in the RSMP. So there was a large chunk of property that didn’t have direction.” The second major issue was the decision by Whatcom County to reduce the city’s Urban Growth Area (UGA). This decision made various proposed developments impossible, including proposed developments called West Semiahmoo and Cannery Hill.
In light of these issues, the planning commission submitted a comprehensive plan application on March 28, 2013 to the city to amend the RSMP. The proposed amendment was included in the docket and submitted to city council for consideration in 2014. The primary intention was to resolve the long-range planning issue created by the reduction of the UGA, and a variety of alternatives were considered. “Ultimately, the planning commission decided to recommend rescinding the West Semiahmoo and Cannery Hill amendments and remove all areas west of the parkway and south of the fire station from the RSMP, and to accompany that action with the adoption of development standards for future projects in the subject area,” read a city memo. As with all amendments to the city’s comprehensive plan, there were opportunities for public input into the process, including mandatory public hearings before the planning commission.
In addition, city staff met with Semiahmoo Resort Association (SRA) staff, said Jones. “We had multiple meetings over time, and there were minutes and emails and things went back and forth,” Jones told council. Jones said it’s understandable that people today don’t remember all of that interaction. “There are folks today who were not on the [SRA] board at that time and may not be aware of that,” he said. “And I’m sure that some people didn’t know all of the things that were happening or be able to keep track of all of the things that were happening because it’s complicated stuff and it’s happening over here [at the city] with people who work on it day in and day out.” While Jones isn’t certain, he also believes that some members of the public may be confusing inclusion in the RSMP, a planning document, with inclusion in the SRA, a homeowners association. “I think, but I don’t know, that some people believe that in-
clusion in the RSMP means the project has to be in the SRA and that it will be subject to the SRA’s CC&Rs,” he said. “But that’s not
how it works. Working with SRA is an optional thing for a property owner, and it’s also subject to the approval of the SRA.”
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It’s spring cleaning time and we need your help!
Common complaints we receive this time of year relate to: • Overgrown grass • Plants growing over sidewalks • Windfall debris • Dumping of household items on sidewalks
Overgrown vegetation and illegal dumping can lead to fines. Please do your part to control vegetation and clean responsibly this spring and summer.
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The Northern Light • May 23 - 29, 2019
salmon season
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Springtime means the arrival of the eagerly anticipated Northwest salmon season! First to arrive are the world-renowned Sockeye salmon from Copper River, followed by Coho in late July. Haggen is proud to work with fisheries that are certified sustainably managed, ensuring that all of the fresh seafood in our stores is 100% sustainably fished.
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