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B.C. woman’s death at boat launch found to be an accident By Jami Makan An elderly woman from B.C. was found dead in a vehicle that was fully submerged in water at the boat launch in Blaine Harbor. At about 7:20 a.m. on September 29, Blaine police officers responded to a call from boaters who had launched their boat from the public boat launch on Milhollin Drive in Blaine. The boaters had noticed that a vehicle was fully submerged in water underneath their boat, and called the police immediately. An officer responded to the scene and paged a diver from Whatcom County Search and Rescue. The diver arrived on scene, put on his scuba gear and went into the water. The vehicle was four or five feet below the surface of the water, and the diver observed an occupant inside the vehicle. Numerous firefighters and paramedics also arrived at the scene and were prepared to perform life-saving measures. However, it was determined that the safest course of action was for the diver to attach a cable to the submerged vehicle from a tow truck, which then removed the vehicle and its occupant from the water. Once the vehicle was out of the water, paramedics pronounced its occupant deceased at the scene. After the next of kin were notified and an autopsy was conducted, the victim was identified as 87-year-old Eleanor Lenzner of B.C. The autopsy revealed the cause of death to be drowning. “Ms. Lenzner came into the United States by way of the Peace Arch port of entry,” said Blaine police sergeant Michael Munden. “Once she entered Blaine, police believe she became disoriented and ended up driving down the boat launch into Drayton Harbor. It is believed that Ms. Lenzner went into the water at low tide and was unable to get out. At this time, her death is believed to be an accident.” The victim’s son, Jeff Lenzner, contacted The Northern Light to advise that his mother was a retired elementary school teacher who volunteered in her community. (See Boat launch, page 10)
s Kids searched through hay bales for coins and other treasures during the Banner Bank Kids’ Money Hunt, which was part of the second annual Rocktoberfest on October 5 in downtown Blaine. The event also featured pumpkin painting, a cake walk, live music, food vendors and other family-friendly attractions.
Photo courtesy of Jesse Creydt
Birch Bay residents arrested for burglary, theft of firearms By Jami Makan Three Birch Bay residents were recently arrested for their alleged involvement in a burglary that was interrupted by the victim when he returned home from work. On September 16 at about 5:30 p.m., Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputies responded to a report of an interrupted burglary at a residence in the 3600 block of Birch Terrace Drive in Custer. The homeowner had arrived home from work and found an unidentified female sitting on his front porch. When he asked her
what she was doing, she responded that she was “waiting for a friend” and then hurried away carrying a duffel bag. The homeowner entered his home and found that it had been ransacked and that numerous items were missing, including four firearms, ammunition, tools, a TV and stereo equipment, as well as clothing. The homeowner immediately called 911 to report the burglary. WCSO deputies arrived and noticed two men sitting in a nearby vehicle. They approached the males and identified them as Joshua Stroud, 38, and Danny Stroud, 39, of Birch
Bay. The men stated that they were visiting a “friend” in the area to buy some wheels. After they denied their involvement in the burglary and their vehicle was inspected and found to be empty, they left the scene. As the deputies continued their investigation, they discovered that three buildings had been broken into on the property: the main residence, a garage and a shed. With the help of a K-9, they also began to discover the missing property that had been stolen. Property was stashed in several locations around the land, including behind the shed, near the front porch and
County health department warns of fentanyl-laced drugs By Oliver Lazenby Due to recent overdose deaths in northwest Washington, Whatcom County health officials issued a warning on October 4 about risks to illicit drug users. “Whatcom County health officials are strongly encouraging people who use illicit drugs to understand the risk for fatal overdoses, especially overdoses from fentanyl,” the county’s press release said. Fentanyl is an opioid that’s up to 100 times more powerful than other opioids,
according to the health department. It is most often seen in pills and white powders, including counterfeit pills that are made to look like prescription drugs. The warning comes during the King County sheriff’s office’s investigations of several overdose deaths since mid-September that it believes are linked to fentanyl. King County health department officials have attributed recent fentanyl-related deaths to teens ingesting counterfeit drugs that they thought were legitimate oxycodone tablets. Several counterfeit pills
in King County overdoses had “M30” stamped on them, the King County sheriff told the Seattle Times. The county health department also urges people to return unused pain medications to a Whatcom Med Return kiosk for safe disposal. There’s a kiosk at the Blaine Police Department and another at Unity Care NW in Ferndale. For more prescription return locations, visit whatcommedreturn.org. For more information, see the county’s press release at bit.ly/33cmSkY.
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Blaine resident pledges $20,000 to Boys and Girls clubhouse By Kira Erickson An anonymous donor in Blaine is calling for donations to match the $20,000 she is pledging to the Blaine Boys and Girls clubhouse. All funds received will be invested in Blaine. The Boys and Girls Club of Whatcom County was founded in 1946. There are four clubhouses within the county, including the Blaine clubhouse. “This Blaine resident is very passionate about investing in youth in her community and she is committed to making a meaningful difference in their lives,” chief development officer Sara Maloney said. “She hopes that her gift will inspire others to give generously to support young people in Blaine.” The donor made this pledge during the last week of September. Those interested in donating have until Saturday, November 30 to match the $20,000. “We are fully anticipating that there will be multiple gifts of varying amounts with a goal to raising the full $20,000,” Maloney said. “There is no requirement that this only be one person.” Donations can be made online at whatcomclubs.org. Checks can also be mailed to the Bellingham administration office at 1616 Cornwall Avenue, Suite 111, Bellingham, Washington, 98225. Separately, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Whatcom County received a $25,000 grant from the UPS Foundation. The grant was announced on October 7, and will be used toward funding literacy programs and STEM sessions for all members of the club’s Academic Success Program.
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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, Pacific Coast Weddings annual guide, 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@pointrobertspress.com Co-publisher & Advertising Director Louise Mugar lmugar@pointrobertspress.com Editor Jami Makan jami@pointrobertspress.com Copy Editor Aly Siemion aly@pointrobertspress.com Reporter Oliver Lazenby oliver@pointrobertspress.com Reporting Intern Kira Erickson prpintern@pointrobertspress.com Creative Services Ruth Lauman, Doug De Visser production@pointrobertspress.com Office Manager Jeanie Luna info@pointrobertspress.com Advertising Sales Molly Ernst, Kristin Siemion sales@pointrobertspress.com General Editorial Inquiries editor@pointrobertspress.com
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Local boy fulfills teacher’s request for copy paper By Kira Erickson When the phone rang for Bellingham OfficeMax manager Kellen Smith, he was confronted with a request from an unusual caller: a nine-year-old in need of copy paper to supply his fourth grade classroom at Blaine Elementary School. “I’ve never had that happen; it was a surprise,” Smith said. “He was a nice young man and he said the school really needed it, so I was more than happy to help.” The nine-year-old, Sam Johnson, had noticed copy paper was on the wish list of school supplies that his teacher, Mrs. Stiles, had posted outside her classroom door. Johnson’s grandmother Fran Hartman, a retired schoolteacher of 30 years, had suggested the wish list to Mrs. Stiles during a parent-teacher conference. Hartman discussed with her grandson how to make connections with local businesses. After the pair had practiced a few times, Johnson made the phone
call to OfficeMax with his request. “It’s an awesome skill to teach kids: how to connect with adults, the proper way to talk to them on the phone, and to follow through with a thank-you card,” Hartman said. On September 22, grandson and grandmother arrived at OfficeMax with a dolly to transport the enormous box containing 5,000 sheets of copy paper. Johnson brought a thank-you card to give to store manager Smith. Smith told Johnson he would consider supporting Blaine Elementary School next year as well. OfficeMax chooses a different school to support through the donation of school supplies every September. The following Monday morning, Johnson wheeled the box of copy paper into his teacher’s classroom. “She looked at the box in shock,” Hartman recalled. “Sam was really proud of himself.”
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Letters The Editor: I would like to publicly thank the following people who compassionately helped my family with my mother’s tragic accident at the Blaine boat launch: Officer Skylar Deffinbaugh and sergeant Brent Greene of the Blaine Police Department; Mr. and Mrs. Guy De Rosa of Meridian Towing; Mrs. Dennie Linde of Safe Harbor Funeral Services; And the many first responders, divers and other personnel involved in the recovery of my mother at the boat launch. Jeff Lenzner, son of Mrs. Eleanor Lenzner City withheld by request The Editor: Having been a resident of Blaine for the past twelve years, I would like to recommend Richard May for Blaine City Council, ward 1 (position 1). Richard is a successful businessman who is civic-minded and neighborly – someone who has a genuine enthusiasm for solving problems. Having met and talked with Richard, I feel that he is able to see both sides of an issue and therefore would work well with other council members. Additionally, I believe he would be fair in his decision-making process and would employ his impressive political knowledge regarding matters important to our city. These qualities make him ideal to sit on the council. Please for vote for Richard May for Blaine City Council. Eric Lewis Blaine
The Editor: In response to Mr. Helle’s letter to the editor posted online on October 2: Indeed, most Canadians travel to the U.S. without incident; however, that does not change the operation of U.S. expedited removal laws or the effect of apparent internal Customs and Border Protection (CBP) policy changes on many honest Canadian travelers and investors. I stand by my initial summary cited in Mr. Makan’s article, that in the context of Canadians receiving expedited removal, “You are guilty and have to rebut that presumption.” Specifically, Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) 214(b) states that non-citizens shall be presumed to be immigrants (e.g. green card holders) until they establish to the satisfaction of the inspecting CBP officer they are not. INA 212(a)(7) (A) says that immigrants are inadmissible unless they have proof of their immigrant status (e.g. green card). INA 235(b)(1) says that such inadmissible non-citizens shall be summarily removed, resulting in a five-year bar. As correctly noted, CBP officers may permit the applicant to withdraw in lieu of mandatory expedited removal; however, this is entirely discretionary (INA 235(a)(4)). The uptick in expedited removals noted in the article is in this context – not for discovered fraud or deliberate misrepresentations or other grounds of inadmissibility. While I am in agreement with Mr. Helle that CBP officers are both proficient and professional while performing a complex law enforcement and administrative un-
dertaking, the real question is simply this: why do Canadian travelers, after honestly disclosing their intentions, increasingly face five-year bars, instead of being permitted to withdraw their applications for admission, as was previously the practice? Andrew Hayes, Millar & Hayes, PC Seattle The Editor: There are two fine candidates in the north county running for county council. Natalie McClendon is running in the new coastal district 5, which is west of the interstate and north of Bellingham to the border. Natalie is on the planning commission and is well aware of the issues facing Whatcom County. She is co-owner of a small business and knows the struggles that small business owners face. Brian Estes is running in district 4 and has worked as a government watchdog for 30 years. Both candidates believe in investing in future generations by working to meet the challenge of climate change while creating more family-wage jobs. They support treatment for people with mental health and addiction problems and affordable housing so that people have some warmth and security. They will look to local solutions to ensure that there is water for fish, farmers and families and not to Olympia while protecting our (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.
Blaine Park and Cemetery Board: Second Thursday, 9 a.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: 360/332-8311, ext. 3330.
Blaine City Council: Second and fourth Mondays, 6 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: ci.blaine.wa.us.
Blaine School Board: Fourth Monday, 7 p.m., Blaine school district offices. Info: blainesd.org.
Blaine Planning Commission: Second and fourth Thursdays, 6 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: blainepc@ cityofblaine.com.
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue: Third Thursday, 1 p.m. Station 61. Info: nwfrs.net.
Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation: Second Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., location varies. Info: bbbparkandrec.org.
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Blaine prosecuting attorney elected state bar president Rajeev Majumdar, Blaine’s prosecuting attorney, was sworn in as the new president of the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) on September 27. He becomes the first state bar president of South Asian heritage in the U.S., according to WSBA. WSBA is responsible for licensing the state’s 41,000 lawyers and legal professionals. “Our primary duty as officers of the court, and in service to the public, should be to ensure access to impartial justice for all people, and, as a leader of the WSBA, to create an environment that empowers our members to create that access,” Majumdar said in a press release. “Part of championing access to justice involves diverse perspectives and experiences within our leadership.” Majumdar has been active in Whatcom County since 2008, with a private practice in Blaine.
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The Editor: Bobby Briscoe should be re-elected for Bellingham port commissioner. In Bob’s long and very successful career as a fisherman, he is known for his foresight, innovation, energy (not many people top him in that department), fairness, humor and competency. Having actively dealt with ports all up and down the west coast of the United States, Bob is uniquely qualified to examine port issues within the context of other port operations. We need at least one commissioner whose livelihood is actually affected by port actions. On the other hand, my many experiences with Bob tell me he is a global thinker, who naturally thinks of the larger picture. We need politicians like Bob Briscoe. The many organizations that endorse him know that too. Shirley Zuanich Bellingham
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Three runners finish invitational with sub-19 minute times Blaine cross country athletes may not have placed high as a team on October 5 at the Nike Twilight Invitational in Marysville, but those results don’t tell the full story. In a first for head coach Gabe Bolton, three Blaine boys finished the 5,000 meters in under 19 minutes. Malachi Crump finished the hilly course in 18 minutes, 24 seconds (110th out of 193 runners), Landen Carlton finished in 18 minutes and 39.5 seconds (121st), and Connor Hettinga crossed the line in 18 minutes,
53.8 seconds (131st). “They push each other and challenge each other and as a result run pretty close together,” Bolton said. The three have finished near each other for much of the season. Two other Blaine boys, Jack Cheatham and Aiden Simpson, finished about 40 and 50 seconds behind Hettinga, respectively. “Slowly we want to bring [Cheatham and Simpson] up to the others, and as a group we want to get them all faster,” Bolton said. A pack of five run-
ners can be a powerful force in cross country, as only the fastest five contribute to the team score. The Borderites only had three girls in the varsity race, as several girls were recovering from illness. Taylee McCormick finished in 21 minutes and 24.2 seconds to place 38th out of 163, Elee Faulkner finished in 21 minutes and 28.3 seconds for 44th, and Claar French finished in 22 minutes, 47.4 seconds, for 88th. “Taylee, Elee and Claar are all
three working really hard and it’s starting to show,” Bolton said. “They’re ready for a big payoff.” In total, six Blaine runners had personal bests at the Twilight Invitational, including French, McCormick and Carlton. Next, Blaine cross country runners travel to Lynden to race at 4 p.m. on Thursday, October 10. Blaine travels to the Hole in the Wall Invitational, its biggest meet of the year, on Saturday, October 12 at Lakewood High School.
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s From l., Blaine cross country runners Jack Cheatham, Malachi Crump and Landen Carlton at Peace Arch Park on September 25. Crump and Carlton both finished the course at the Twilight Invitational on October 5 in under 19 minutes.
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Blaine achieves 3–0 volleyball victory Blaine varsity volleyball beat Lakewood 3–0 in an away match on October 3 thanks to strong serving, defense, and few errors. The Borderites won with set scores of 25–17, 25–15 and 26–24. After the win, Blaine’s record is 2–4 overall and 2–3 in confer-
ence games. Lakewood falls to 0–7 overall. Blaine’s Mia Scheepens led the team with 12 kills and 12 digs. Kylah Wilskey had five serving aces, 13 digs and 21 assists, and Cassidy Condos had 19 digs. Blaine head coach Jacquie Smith
called the win a team effort, with everyone working hard to keep control of the ball. Blaine also played Sehome (4– 3) on October 9. Next, the Borderites travel to Mt. Baker (0–7) to play at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 10.
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free kick in a 2–1 win over Coe College on September 25, and was instrumental to another win and a tie that same week, according to a press release from the college. Quesada is leading the team in scoring. The goal against Coe was her fifth since the season started on August 30.
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Land at 665 Peace Portal to be transferred to city in lieu of foreclosure By Jami Makan The land at 665 Peace Portal Drive will likely be transferred to the city of Blaine, which placed a lien on the property after incurring costs to demolish a dangerous building there. The building located at 665 Peace Portal Drive was demolished by the city of Blaine in April. It was formerly occupied by the Costa Azul restaurant and was pest-ridden, structurally unsound and decaying, posing a risk to public safety. Asbestos abatement was also required. After the demolition, Blaine city council held a public hearing and accepted the public works department’s demolition-related expenses of $283,178. Councilmembers directed that a lien be placed on the property in that amount, plus any costs incurred in filing or processing the lien and any related attorney fees and costs.
Around the time of the demolition, the property owner, Guenter Mannhalt of Seattle, passed away from cancer. Mannhalt’s estate has now offered to transfer the property to the city of Blaine in lieu of foreclosure. The offer was announced by city attorney Jon Sitkin at the September 23 city council meeting, and councilmembers voted to authorize city staff to accept the offer and proceed with the deal. “The estate has offered the city a deed in lieu of foreclosure,” said city manager Michael Jones. He said that the closing hasn’t occurred and no paperwork has been signed yet. However, he said that a closing is scheduled for Thursday, October 17. If the closing proceeds as planned, the land at 665 Peace Portal Drive will then be owned by the city of Blaine. “The disposition of that land will be
something that the city council will decide,” said Jones. “I’ll be providing some alternatives and options [to city council] in the coming months.” One possibility is for the land to be sold to a private developer, in much the same way as the city is selling the remainder of the Gateway parcel, the old airport site, to Family Care Network (FCN) and the White-Leasure Development Company. The purchase and sale agreement with FCN was just signed on October 2, said Jones.
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Take an online survey on community wellness By Kira Erickson Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives (BBB Thrives) is offering a survey for residents of Blaine, Birch Bay and Point Roberts to take. Administered through the Whatcom County Health Department by Community Resilience Research, the survey is open until the end of October for those of high school age and older to take. BBB Thrives is a local network partnering with the Whatcom Health Department, the Blaine school district, the Healthy Youth Coalition and other members of the community. The group works to provide support among community partners for youth and their families. “The survey is intended to guide thoughtful community conversations about how adults and youth can promote really healthy ways of being together,” said BBB Thrives consultant Geof Morgan. “We’re still learning as communities about what’s healthy and what’s not.” The survey is in its second year. Last year’s survey brought in 200 responses, with young people accounting for one-third of the respondents. Common themes of responses last year included a desire for more local and engaging activities and the inclusion of Birch Bay as a community. Other cities in Whatcom County have conducted similar surveys assessing the wellness of a community, with questions about youth and substance abuse. Both parents and their children in high school are encouraged to take the survey. There are several questions addressing drug and alcohol use and recognizing a trusted adult. Morgan often finds that teenagers report using these substances at a much lower rate than adults think they do. “For adults to assume youth are drinking, they’re actual-
ly putting pressure on them to drink if that’s the assumption,” Morgan said. He added, “Having a caring adult in your life can make a huge difference in terms of whether people are successful academically and socially.” Other questions specific to Blaine and Birch Bay include queries about the strengths of the community and the school district, mental health and the biggest issues people feel youth are facing today. The survey is an outcome of the BBB Thrives initiative, which began in June 2018. The initiative seeks to “bring people together to strengthen bonds and foster resilience among youth, families, schools and the community.” “The health department is funding the BBB Thrives initiative and is leading the effort to promote the Blaine Community Survey in three other communities in Whatcom County as well,” Morgan said. “Many BBB Thrives partners are supporting the use of the survey to help understand local priorities, trends and how they evolve each year.” As a Bellingham resident, Morgan said that he is constantly impressed by the amount of appreciation for the local community he sees when he visits Blaine and Birch Bay. “Most people feel safe here,” Morgan said. “Most people we surveyed say this is a safe community and that we feel positively about the future. When we’re worried about things, it’s important to remember that mostly we feel good and we believe in kids. People like this community a lot, so that’s something to build on.” The survey had nearly 100 respondents as of September 20. The survey takes an estimated 12 minutes to complete, and questions can be skipped if preferred. It can be accessed at surveymonkey.com/r/BlaineCommunitySurvey2019.
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Active S eniors Senior center to host health resources fair on Oct. 17 By Jami Makan The Blaine Senior Center will soon host a resource fair to help spread awareness about different health resources that are available to seniors locally. The resource fair is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Blaine
Senior Center, 763 G Street. Several vendors will be participating in the informational event. They will each have a table, and attendees can visit the tables that interest them. Visiting Angels Home Care will be offering information about home care services, while Eden Home Health will be offering infor-
mation about home health services. SafetyLine will be discussing medical alert and medication dispensing systems, while Priority Footwear will be discussing foot care. All About Hearing will have information about hearing issues, and Clear Captions will have information about vi-
sion-assisted telephones. Whatcom Hospice Services will be discussing hospice services, while Silverado will be discussing its memory care communities. Northwest Regional Council will be providing information about aging and disability resources, and Orchard Park will be providing information about
senior retirement and independent living. There will be giveaways as well as a raffle for prizes towards the end of the event. You need not be present to win. For more information about the upcoming event, contact the Blaine Senior Center at 360/332-8040.
Long-term care insurance should be a part of retirement planning No one knows what the future has in store. While the future might be unpredictable, it can still be planned for. Financial advisors often tout the benefits of saving for retirement, and for good reason. A carefree retirement that affords retirees a chance to pursue their passions without worrying about money is a dream for many people. However, studies show that people are not necessarily doing all they can to make that dream a reality. For example, a recent study from Northwestern Mutual found that 21 percent of Americans have no retirement savings at all. The picture is even more
bleak in Canada, where a 2018 poll from CIBC found that 32 percent of Canadians between the ages of 45 and 64 had nothing saved for retirement. The freedom to travel might be something many people look forward to in retirement, and it even motivates many to open retirement accounts. But saving for retirement should not be seen as a means to simply financing a lavish, post-professional lifestyle. It’s essential that people also see saving for retirement as a means to account for unforeseen medical expenses, including personal and custodial care. Long-term care insurance is designed to provide
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NOTICE OF FLUSHING The City of Blaine Water Division started flushing the City's water distribution system. This is accomplished by opening hydrants along the system (starting at the well fields) to move fresh water throughout the distribution system. The purpose of flushing the system is to remove any grit and debris in order to improve water quality through the distribution system. During the city flushing program city water customers may experience a temporary low water pressure and/ or cloudiness when flushing is going on. The cloudiness condition (caused by air) should be only temporary, and can be cleared by running a cold water tap for a few minutes to clean and flush your service line. If the condition continues for an extended period of time please contact the Blaine Public Works. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. If you have any questions, feel free to call Public Works at (360) 332-8820. Blaine Public Works.
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in the nearby woods. “The belongings and firearms had been removed from the residence and piled up in several locations on the property, presumably to be able to quickly pick up the piles,” said a report by one of the deputies. All of the stolen property was recovered on the scene. A duffel bag matching the description of the one carried by the unidentified female was also found nearby. That bag contained some of
the stolen property, as well as documents and papers in the name of “Joshua Stroud” and “Michelle Stroud.” In addition, a tool with the name “Stroud” on it was found in the victim’s residence. Deputies prepared a photo lineup that included Joshua Stroud’s wife, Michelle Stroud, 37, and the homeowner positively identified her as the person he saw sitting on his porch. Probable cause was established for the arrest of Joshua, Danny and Michelle Stroud for first-degree burglary, theft of firearms and first-degree theft (value over $5,000).
CITY OF BLAINE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD BY THE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2020 REVENUE SOURCES AND PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX LEVY IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2019, AT 6:00PM IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, BLAINE CITY HALL, 435 MARTIN STREET, SUITE 4000. Interested parties are encouraged to attend the hearing and public comment will be invited at that time. For further information, please contact the City Clerk’s office, 360-332-8311. The meeting location is an accessible facility. Anyone wishing to attend and participate who may need special accommodation to do so should contact the City Clerk’s office no later than twenty-four (24) hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
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He said that when the incident occurred, she was in the process of driving from Kelowna, B.C. to North Vancouver, B.C. to move in with a relative. “She wanted to move on after losing my dad in August,” he said. The police report indicates that when she arrived at the border around midnight, she stated that she was trying to find the Lions Gate Bridge, which is in Vancouver. The customs agent gave her directions to navigate through two roundabouts and head back north into B.C. It appears that she then took some wrong turns, mistook the boat launch ramp for a roadway and was unable to exit her vehicle, which became stuck in the water and lost all electrical control, including the horn.
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Winter coat distribution starts Oct. 14 This month, volunteers with the Community Assistance Program and the Interfaith Coalition will distribute new and gently used winter coats, gloves, hats and scarves to men, women and children who are in need of warm clothing. The nonprofit hosted its annual winter coat drive in September and collected items from various drop-off locations. Distribution will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, October 14, Tuesday, October 15 and Friday, October 18 and from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 16. Distribution will occur at the Cost Cutter shopping center, unit 200. To learn more, call 360/319-0269.
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A little TLC & you can turn this into your dream home. Possible investment or just the perfect getaway. Enjoy the incredible PRICE REDUCED! waterfront views across the strait to Pt. Roberts, White Rock & the San Juan Islands from the 932 SF deck. 2-BD, 1-BA, kitchen & living area on the main floor. Master suite on 2nd fl. Unfinished basement with lots of potential 500 SF. No better value for peace and tranquility. Don’t miss this opportunity!
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County begins construction of new Crisis Stabilization Facility
OBITUARIES William “Bill” Phelps
February 23, 1953 - September 23, 2019
By Kira Erickson A new Crisis Stabilization Facility in Bellingham will finish construction within one year, taking an estimated 10 months to build. The Crisis Stabilization Facility will provide services to adults who are experiencing a mental health crisis, or who are in need of withdrawal management services, and will help them restore and stabilize their health. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on September 30 at the site in Bellingham. Whatcom County Health Department human services manager Anne Deacon, Whatcom County executive Jack Louws, Whatcom County councilmember Barry Buchanan and Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force co-chair Jack Hovenier all spoke about the importance of the new facility. Quoting President John F. Kennedy, councilmember Buchanan referred to the project as “our own moonshot.” Hovenier said that the behavioral health facility will provide rehabilitation and reduce trauma for people on the edge of society. The current Whatcom County Triage Center, located on the same parcel of land, only has capacity for 13 beds. The new 24,450-square-foot facility will have 32 beds, with two 16-bed treatment units. One unit will provide mental health stabilization and the other will provide substance withdrawal services. The facility will also partner with Compass Health and Pioneer Human Services to provide counseling, medication and treatment. “It’s been a long-awaited facility,” human services manager Deacon said. “We’ve been working on it for over 10 years. We’re pretty excited about it.” In the current facility, Deacon said that patients usually spend an average of three to five days receiving treatment. According to a press release from Whatcom County executive Jack Louws, the Washington State Department of Commerce provided $7 million for the facility’s construction. The North Sound Behavioral Health Organization provided $2.5 million and Whatcom County’s Behavioral Health Fund added $3 million towards the project. Deacon said that the current staff at the Triage Center will continue working at the new in-patient treatment facility when it opens. The Crisis Stabilization Facility could create 20 new jobs of varying levels and skills, from medical professions to residential aids. It will be open to Medicaid recipients in the region.
s County officials attended a groundbreaking ceremony on September 30 for a new Crisis Stabilization Facility.
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On September 23, 2019, Bill passed away surrounded by family and friends in Bellingham, WA. Bill was born Feb 23, 1953 in Bellingham, WA to Clyde and Marie Phelps. Bill always described his childhood as though it were an endless summer. He ran around his neighborhood in Birch Bay riding bikes, playing ball and getting into mischief. A longtime lover of animals, Bill had many cats and dogs as a child and later in life, an impressive collection of aquarium fish. Bill graduated from Blaine High school in 1971 and then began to fulfill his lifelong destiny as Birch Bay’s most interesting resident. In 1983, Bill met Mary Kay Eiene at the 19th hole in Birch Bay. They later married in 1987. In 1990, they bought a house in Birch Bay. In that same year, they welcomed their son Vincent Thomas and in 1992, welcomed daughter Shelby Rose. Thus began Bill’s tenure as a father. He taught his children about sports, especially baseball and golf. He also taught them about classic rock by never letting them change the radio station and always having it play in the background. He was an avid supporter of Blaine Borderite sports through his kids’ school years and truly lived for Friday night football games. If there is anything to be learned from Bill’s legacy, it is to enjoy the comforts of home. Take time to slow down and enjoy delicious food, beautiful artifacts and rock n roll. Bill lived life on his own terms for 66 years. He will not soon be forgotten, nor replicated. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Marie Phelps. Bill is survived by his wife Mary Kay, son Vincent, daughter Shelby, sister Lorna and brother in law Gary, along with countless extended family and friends. A celebration of life will be held October 26, 2019 from 1:00 5:00 pm at The Cannery Lodge 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway Blaine, WA 98230. Please share your thoughts and memories of Bill at www.sigsfuneralservices.com.
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Coming up Basketball Sign Ups: Through Tuesday, October 15. Grades K–3. Sign up: blaineyouthsports.com. Thanksgiving Basket Registration: Through Friday, November 15. Families with limited financial resources living in Blaine, Birch Bay, Custer and Point Roberts may sign up for a ready-to-cook turkey dinner at blainecap.org. Those not able to register online may call 360/332-0740 for assistance. Sponsored by the Community Assistance Program. Sip & Paint: Thursday, October 10, 6–8 p.m., The Studio at The Vault, 277 G Street. $30 plus tax. Reserve your seat: 360/392-0955. Deming Logging Show’s Annual Oktoberfest: Friday and Saturday, October 11-12, noon–11:30 p.m., Deming Log Show Grounds, 3295 Cedarville Road, Bellingham. 21+. Non-profit event for Busted Up Loggers. Free RV parking and camping, Bavarian food, music, dancing and a beer garden. Info: 360/592-3051. Coffee with the Mayor, City Manager and Chief of Police: Friday, October 11, 9–10:30 a.m., Tony’s Just a Bite, 679 Peace Portal Drive. Live Music at The Vault: Friday, October 11, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Lefty & the Right Hand Band. Info: 360/392-0955. Gospel Music: Saturday, October 12, 3 p.m., Custer United Methodist Church, 2996 Main Street, Custer. Claudette Dykstra Sterk and the Custer UMC Choir and friends perform. Freewill offering for Our House (transitional Ferndale housing). Backstage @ the Border Presents: Saturday, October 12, 7–9 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett Street. $7 donation at the door. (No one is turned away!) Featuring: The Band! Kelley Porter, Pe-
ter Smith and Susan Thomson: Proceeds from concert Kid’s Karnival: Saturday, October 19, 1–3 p.m., Birch go to Loads of Love Laundry Program in Blaine. Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Games, snacks, arts and crafts, prizes, clown duo Zig Zag and Ragz Live Music at The Vault: Saturday, October 12, entertain with face painting and balloon creations. 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featur- Costume parade at 2:30 p.m. Info: bbbparkandrec.org. ing Roy Knaak. Info: 360/392-0955. Trick or Treat Golf Cart Meet: Saturday, October 19, Winter Clothing Distribution: Monday, October 3–5 p.m., Boardwalk Cafe, 7876 Birch Bay Drive. Deco14, Tuesday, October 15, and Friday, October 18, 10 rate your golf cart and bring treats to hand out to kids. a.m.–2 p.m., and Wednesday, October 16, 5–8 p.m., Prize for spookiest cart. Parents bring your costumed Unit 200 in the Cost Cutter Shopping Center, 1733 H kids and pets for a fun trunk or treat. RSVP your golf Street. Free winter coats, hats, gloves, socks and othcart at events@birchbaychamber.com. er accessories will be available for those with limited financial resources. Sponsored by the Community Loads of Love: Monday, October 21, 5–7:30 p.m., The Assistance Program. Info: blainecap.org. Washhouse, 715 3rd Street. Laundry costs covered. Candidates Forum for Birch Bay/Blaine: Mon- Rising Wages Business Workshop: Tuesday, day, October 14, 7 p.m., Birch Bay Bible Community October 22, 6–8 p.m., Blaine school district conference Church, 4460 Bay Road. RSVP: 360/371-0171. room, 765 H Street. Is your business prepared for a 12.5% increase in the minimum wage? How will the Birch Bay Book Club: Wednesday, October 16, 4–5:30 p.m., Birch Bay Library site, 7968 Birch Bay change affect profitability, employees and customers? Drive. All are welcome. Third Wednesday each month. Certified business advisor from WWU’s Small Business Development Center will share ways to plan for wage Semiahmoo Men’s Breakfast: Thursday, October increase. Free. Preregister: wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/ 17, 7:30 a.m., Great Blue Heron Grill, 7:30 a.m. events/99270784. Coffee, big breakfast $15. All men are welcome. Speaker: Grant Dalgliesh on his recent visit to Nor- The Witches: October 25-26, and November 1-2, 7 p.m., October 27 and November 3, 2 p.m., Blaine High mandy, France for the 75th anniversary of D-Day. School black box theater (south side of campus, behind Lynden Craft and Antique Show: Thursday the new football stands). Presented by Blaine Comand Friday, October 17–18, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., and munity Theater. $15 adults, $13 students/seniors. Info: Saturday, August 19, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Northwest blainecommunitytheater.com or email blainecommuniWashington Fairgrounds, 1775 Front Street, Lynden. tytheater@gmail.com. Crafts, antiques, upcycled, home décor, food and more. $6. Info: lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. Blaine Football Boosters Crab Feed: Saturday, October 26, 5:30–8 p.m., Blaine High School cafeteria. Pancake Breakfast: Saturday, October 19, 8 Tickets: $25. Crab dinner with all the fixings, silent auca.m.–11 a.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Choice of pancakes, French toast or waffles, biscuits tion and dessert dash. Proceeds benefit Blaine Football. Tickets: bit.ly/2oGBgmv. and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice. Adults $6, kids $4. Info: 360/332-8040.
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September 28, 9:01 a.m.: Officer assisted Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office with a welfare check in the Birch Bay area. A Whatcom County deputy conducted the investigation. The deputy arrested the female because she had an assault warrant out of Bellingham. Blaine officers cleared without incident. September 29, 6:39 a.m.: A woman called police when she found a man in her yard talking to himself. She provided a description of the man but he left the area prior to an officer arriving on scene. September 29, 7:19 a.m.: Blaine police were dispatched to a submerged vehicle in the 600 Block of Milhollin Drive at the boat launch. A cooperative effort with the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office, Search and Rescue and North Whatcom Fire and Rescue Station 61 resulted in the recovery of a single deceased person from the vehicle. A death investigation is in progress and the medical examiner’s office has been notified and taken custody of the body. September 29, 1:59 p.m.: Blaine police responded to a residence where a person was possibly intoxicated and threatening to damage items inside of the residence. Officers arrived on scene, but the woman fled before they arrived. The reporting person was told to call Blaine police if she came back. September 29, 7:45 p.m.: Blaine officers were dispatched to a landlord/tenant dispute. However, upon arrival officers determined it was a domestic violence incident. A couple who live together had gotten into an argument over the eviction notice one had issued to the other, as well as some drinking and other personal issues. During the argument, the intoxicated male half decided to take a hammer and strike an outdoor shed, damaging the trim. The man was arrested for malicious mischief in the 3rd degree, domestic violence and booked into the Whatcom County Jail. September 30, 11:30 a.m.: A business owner in the 300 Block of H Street came to the police department to report that a neighbor keeps allowing his dog to go to the bathroom on her property. The woman asked that the man be given a trespass warning and clean up the mess. October 1, 3:24 a.m.: An officer responded to a subject with mental health problems requesting medical assistance. The officer offered to call aid for the subject, but she refused and advised that she had a ride to the hospital.
Dine-Dance-Donate: Saturday, October 26, 6–9 p.m., Loomis Trail Golf Club. An evening filled with community, tasty food, dancing and donating! Proceeds support the Birch Bay Vogt Community Library building project. Tickets $65 each/two for $100. Tickets: sites.google.com/view/fobbl/events?authuser=0. Al-Anon Meetings: Mondays, noon, United Church of Christ, 885 4th Street. Info: Call M.J. 360/920-3679 or Bob 360/920-3676. ArtScape Teens: Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m., Soul Space Studio, 264B H Street. A safe place for teens to set their imaginations free through art. Free studio time. Sponsor: Healthy Youth Coalition. Info: 435/704-1598. Toastmasters Meeting: Tuesdays, 6:30–7:45 p.m., 382 Boblett Street. Improve your public speaking skills. Community Meals: Wednesdays, 5–6:30 p.m., Blaine Community Center, 763 G Street. Through May, except holidays. Info: blainecap.org. A Taste of Fall: Saturdays through October, 3–5 p.m., Semiahmoo Resort wine cellar. Four tastings of local and international wine per guest and light bites. Additional tastings available for purchase. $18 per person, reservations not required. 21+. Teen Nite: Saturdays, 5–9 p.m., Pizza Factory, 738 Peace Portal Drive. Kids ages 13–18 come enjoy open mic, karaoke and games. Free pizza at 5 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous Meeting: Sundays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett Street, entrance on 4th Street. Nwwana.org. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
Weather Precipitation: During the period of September 30–October 6, .36 inches of precipitation was recorded. The 2019 year-to-date precipitation is 20.41 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 68°F on October 3 with a low of 41°F on October 6. Average high was 64°F and average low was 44°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
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October 1, 7:08 a.m.: Officers responded to an unattended vehicle hit and run. A vehicle struck a legally parked vehicle and drove off. No one witnessed the incident. Officers did a collision report and provided a case number for the insurance company. The police cleared without incident. October 1, 5:51 p.m.: Blaine Police Department officers responded to a civil complaint in the 9700 block of Lincoln Lane. The complainant advised that a moving company was holding his friend’s property due to lack of payment. Officers arrived and advised all parties that the matter was civil. October 1, 8:19 p.m.: Blaine officers were dispatched to the 600 block of B Street for a person who was acting suicidal after alleged drug use. Officers arrived and determined that the individual met the criteria for an involuntary hold and mental health evaluation. The person was transported to the emergency room for help and treatment. Reports provided by Blaine Police Department
s The Blaine Football Boosters Crab Feed will take place on Saturday, October 26 at the BHS cafeteria and will benefit Blaine Football. Photo by Janell Kortlever
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Label from early Blaine cannery to appear on new harbor building
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By Oliver Lazenby Blaine, home to the first salmon cannery in Whatcom County, has a rich canning history. The first cannery at Semiahmoo opened in 1881, and by 1909 at least five canneries were processing and packing salmon at Semiahmoo and in present day Blaine. The Port of Bellingham will soon recognize that history with artwork on its newest building in Blaine. The port plans to install a replica of a can label from Blaine’s original cannery on the storage building that’s under construction near Milhollin Drive. The replica will be approximately six-feet by 15-feet and painted on aluminum, said Blaine harbormaster Andy Peterson. The label, from a can of Fraser River salmon canned by Martin & Tarte, was placed on cans sometime between 1881 and 1884, said Richard Sturgill, founding director of Drayton Harbor Maritime, a local maritime history group. John Martin and James Tarte opened the Martin & Tarte cannery in 1881. “It’s just going to be kind of an iconic label that marks the beginning of the fishing industry here,” he said. “I think it’s going to be a nice visual reminder of our maritime heritage in the harbor.” Martin & Tarte sold the cannery a few years later, and the cannery at that location eventually became part of the Alaska Packers Association, which operated for nearly 80 years at the site of present-day Semiahmoo Resort. The mural will be installed in
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s A design drawing of the new Port of Bellingham storage building at Blaine Harbor with a mural of an early cannery label on the east side. Images courtesy of the Port of Bellingham
early November once the building is complete, Peterson said. The 20,600-square-foot, $3.4 million weblocker building is a storage facility to replace a similar building near Jorgenson Pier, in the industrial part of Blaine Harbor. The mural will be on the building’s east end and should be visible from the plazas in downtown Blaine. “Our goal is that not only does this connect Blaine Harbor with its history but it will be a point of
interest to people in downtown Blaine, drawing them down into the harbor and exposing their curiosity into the history of Blaine Harbor,” Peterson told the Port of Bellingham commission at its September 17 meeting. Commissioner Bobby Briscoe suggested including some information about the can label on a sign or plaque near the building, and commissioners expressed interest in adding more historic fish can labels to the building in the future.
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s The Port of Bellingham’s new storage building will feature a mural replicating an early cannery label from Semiahmoo. The label was likely used between 1881 and 1884.
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Annual Lynden fall craft show features Blaine vendors By Kira Erickson As the falling leaves begin their descent, they signal the approach of the annual Lynden Craft and Antique Show. This year, the 30th annual fall show will take place on Thursday, October 17 through Saturday, October 19 at the Northwest Washington Fair Expo Building at 1775 Front Street in Lynden. Over 100 artisans, crafters and antique and vintage dealers will be present. Local vendors from Blaine will be among those selling their products. Daniel Hamilton began blacksmithing as a hobby four years ago. He started off learning his trade from watching YouTube videos and experimenting in his backyard, and began attending local farmer’s markets to sell his wares. In August 2018, he quit his full-time job to focus on his business, Dakota Creek Forge. He forges coat hooks, wall racks, candle holders, garden tools, yard decorations and, most recently, knives. This will be his second time at the fall craft show. “It’s always been a really good market for me,” Hamilton said. “I’m just trying to bring my best there and hopefully make some long-term customers.” John and Lila De Weber have been making dried soups and pastries ever since they discovered the items were a popular Christmas gift.
“My wife and I both like to cook,” John De Weber said. “We thought we would make something unique and fun for our neighbors for Christmas presents. And they loved them.” Each soup mix requires only a wet ingredient, such as milk or water. Perishable items such as meat can be added if desired. Each mix makes one gallon of finished soup. Instant Pots, Crock-Pots or stove tops can be used to make the soups. “We make up all the recipes,” De Weber said. “We try them until we get them exactly where we want them.” Each mix costs $15 unless you buy four or more; then they drop down to $12 each. The couple also sells cornbread, brownies, peanut butter cookies and banana bread with their business, Drayton Harbor Soups and Such. This will be their second time at the fall craft show. De Weber said soup mix sales are more successful during the fall show, rather than during the spring show. Christine Wekking has been participating in the Lynden show for the past five years, as long as her business Le Gourmet Girl has existed. “When I moved to this area, I didn’t want to go back to restaurants or catering but I still wanted to do something with food, so I got into this,” Wekking said. “It’s been awesome.” She sells organic mixes for soups and curries and vegan sub-
stitutes for burgers, sausage and meatloaf in the form of lentils, oats and barley. Most mixes are vegan, with the option to add meat. Others are strictly vegan. A dried mushroom soup mix and a split pea soup mix have been two of her most popular products. At the fall show, Wekking will have holiday baking extracts, such as coconut sugar and citrus sugar. Others will have ginger or vanilla added to them. Everything will be delivered to the show in her electric car. “We use eco-packaging; all our packaging is either bio-compostable or glass,” Wekking said. “We try to practice what we preach.” Joan Carlin has been participating in the fall craft fair every year since it started in 1989. She sells vintage linens, aprons and table runners, which she makes. Barb McAllister has been crafting for just as long. She stitches cotton and quilts to make witches, snowmen and Santas for the fall show. The craft show is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, October 17-18, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 19. General admission is $6, $5 for seniors 60 and older and free for children 12 and under. Parking is free and the entrance fee allows attendees to return to the show after leaving. For additional information about the upcoming event, visit lyndencraftantiqueshow.com.
s A set of knives made by Daniel Hamilton of Dakota Creek Forge, whose wares will be available at the upcoming craft show in Lynden. Photo courtesy of Daniel Hamilton
s Organic mixes made by Christine Wekking of Le Gourmet Girl will also be available at the craft show.
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