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Blaine’s proclamation of emergency ends, page 3
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s Kids play with hula hoops and run through sprinklers including an inflatable elephant and giraffe, that the city of Blaine’s public works department hooked up to a fire hydrant on July 16. The event took place on Third Street next to Loomis Hall and will be held again 12:30-2:30 p.m. Friday, July 30. See more photos on page 7. Photo by Emily Feek
Canada to open border to U.S. travelers August 9, while U.S. nixes reciprocation By Grace McCarthy The Canadian border will reopen to fully vaccinated U.S. travelers Monday, August 9 and then reopen unilaterally to vaccinated travelers from other countries September 7, according to a Canadian government announcement on July 19. U.S. travelers with a negative Covid-19 test two weeks or more since their last vaccine dose will be able to enter Canada for non-essential reasons as of 12:01 a.m. EDT August 9.
The announcement came just days before the U.S./Canada ban on non-essential travel was set to expire July 21, after the 15th extension was set to end. The U.S./ Canada border has been closed since March 2020 to limit the spread of Covid-19. Children under 12 will no longer be required to quarantine, but will still need to avoid group settings such as school and childcare. Adult travelers who are not fully vaccinated will still be required to quarantine for 14 days and take a Covid-19 test on their first and eighth day of arriving in
Derelict fishing vessel sinks off Point Whitehorn By Grace McCarthy A derelict 1930s fishing vessel sank off Point Whitehorn July 13 while being towed from Blaine Harbor to Bellingham. The Bligh Island, a 79-foot wooden hull purse seiner, had been in the Port of Bellingham’s custody since 2017. The port put the abandoned boat up for auction, but there were no bidders, port public affairs administrator Mike Hogan said. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a derelict vessel program, but
it is underfunded because of the number of abandoned boats in the Puget Sound, Hogan said. “DNR’s derelict vessel program is very important and we talk about the importance with our legislative delegation every year because unfortunately people will abandon boats,” Hogan said. After going through the bidding process and looking into the DNR program, the port authorized money to move the vessel to Seaview North Boatyard in Bellingham, where it was going to be scrapped. Under
custody of Seaview North, Western Towboat Company attempted to move the boat to Bellingham July 13. The boat sank in about 160 feet of water off Point Whitehorn at the end of Birch Bay. To Hogan’s knowledge, the vessel is the first boat owned by the Port of Bellingham to sink. The port was concerned about the boat sinking in Blaine Harbor, which is why they authorized funding to remove it from (See Vessel, page 9)
Canada. A Public Health Agency of Canada news release said the border would first open to fully vaccinated U.S. citizens and residents so the Canadian government could prepare for opening the border to vaccinated travelers from other countries in September and as recognition of the strong partnership between Canada and the U.S. All travelers will be required to use ArriveCAN, the government’s app for (See Border, page 6)
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Birch Bay’s annual Rollback Weekend and Sand Sculpture Competition is back in action with a full weekend lineup of events plus vendors Friday, July 23 through Sunday, July 25. “This year is a little bit different because we found out pretty late that we could have full-fledged events,” said Sacha Sanguinetti, Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce event coordinator. “Things we would normally start planning for late last year, we didn’t get started planning on until May. We’re trying to do as full of an event as we can.” The Rollback Weekend will begin with a showing of “La Bamba” on Friday night, part of the Dive-in Movies series at the Birch Bay Waterslides. The movie will begin around 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per vehicle, including the popcorn, and can be purchased online. Sanguinetti encourages attendees to bring classic cars if they can. The 38th annual Sand Sculpture Competition will be held on Saturday, July 24 and Sunday, July 25. Building begins at 9 a.m. and judging will be held in the afternoon. Previous years’ sculptures can be viewed on the chamber website for inspiration and include traditional sand castles, mermaids and dragons. Judging will also be held across multiple categories accounting for the range of participants from seasoned sculptors to families entering for fun. The Golf Cart and Bicycle Poker Run is scheduled Saturday, July 24 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Participants draw playing cards at checkpoints along the course, and those with the best poker hands will win a prize at the end. The poker run is a free, family-friendly event. Anyone who didn’t register in advance should start at the Birch Bay visitor center at 7900 Birch Bay Drive. On Sunday, July 25, the Rollback Weekend Classic Car Show will be held along Birch Bay Drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and all of the attending vehicles will cruise Birch Bay Drive at 1:30 p.m. Advance tickets cost $5. Day-of registration will cost
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be prohibited because of the car show, but attendees can park behind the chamber office for free, Sanguinetti said. Rollback Weekend will not be able to use the park area as in previous years, so vendors will
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set up at the future Birch Bay library at 7968 Birch Bay Drive. An Elvis impersonator will perform at the library location at 11 a.m. Saturday. Rollback Weekend t-shirts will be available for sale, and participants in the poker run, sand sculpture competition and car show will all compete for prizes. The prizes include gift certificates to local restaurants and golf packages, and first, second and third place winners will be awarded a mini surfboard customized for Rollback Weekend. Sanguinetti encouraged participants to register for events online ahead of time. Participants can register at birchbaychamber.
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com or in person the day of the event. The scheduled events are subject to change, so Sanguinetti
recommends checking the chamber of commerce website and social media regularly for updates.
s Rollback Weekend is back in 2021 for Birch Bay residents and visitors. The Rollback Weekend Classic Car Show will take place on Birch Bay Drive 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, July 25. File photo
Saturday, July 24 • 11 am-1:30 pm Bicycle & Golf Cart Poker Run Saturday & Sunday, July 24 & 25 • 9 am-4 pm Sand Sculpture Competition Judging at 2 pm • Prizes! Sunday, July 25 • 8 am-1 pm Rollback Car Show Along Historic Birch Bay Drive check in behind the Visitor Center. Registration $5 in advance, $10 day of, while space allows Vendors, activities & more at Birch Bay Library Property, 7968 Birch Bay Drive
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Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district: Recent two-week case rates, cumulative counts and vaccinations Blaine Vaccination: 60% Case rate: 100 New cases: 15
Ferndale Vaccination: 56% Case rate: 98 New cases: 20
Lynden Vaccination: 45% Case rate: 74 New cases: 12 Meridian Vaccination: 57% Case rate: 17 New cases: 3
Nooksack Valley Vaccination: 40% Case rate: 26 New cases: 1 Mt. Baker Vaccination: 40% Case rate: 74 New cases: 9
Bellingham Vaccination: 69% Case rate: 38 New cases: 32
s The case rate is the number of confirmed Covid-19 cases per 100,000 people over the past two weeks. New cases are the total number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in the last week. Vaccination is the percentage of the population that has had at least one vaccine shot. Rates were updated July 17.
No delta variant cases this week, but overall cases increase in most school districts By Grace McCarthy No more confirmed cases of the Delta variant have appeared in Whatcom County since DOH reported the first case July 7. Health professionals consider the Delta variant, detected in India last year, to spread more rapidly than other variants. The variant was first confirmed in Washington state in April. Whatcom County has had a total of 9,674 confirmed and probable cases of Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic, according to July 19 Washington State De-
partment of Health (DOH) data. The county had one death in the past week, increasing the death toll to 106. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Hospital is treating four people with confirmed Covid-19 cases, according to PeaceHealth. Covid-19 case rates increased in all school districts except for Nooksack Valley. Blaine school district increased from 74 to 100 cases per 100,000 people last week. The school district has had 15 confirmed cases since last week. As of July 18, 55 percent of all county residents are fully vaccinated and 5.2 percent are either waiting for their second dose or received their last vaccine dose less than two weeks ago, according to the department. The department reports 125,439 county residents are fully vaccinated and
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Proclamation of Emergency ends July 23 By Grace McCarthy In a step toward normalcy, Blaine City Council unanimously voted to rescind the proclamation of emergency, first enacted in March 2020 to help the city manage pandemic response. The recission takes effect Friday, July 23. As Covid-19 numbers ebbed in the spring, the city began changing its temporary policies such as not having city buildings open to the public. But other things that stayed, like the use of downtown plazas through a park special use permit and businesses’ ability to create temporary structures on sidewalk space through a resolution that waives certain parts of Blaine Municipal Code, will now be rescinded. “Paso del Norte had a structure, creating an enclosure over their outdoor dining area,” Blaine city manager Michael Jones told councilmembers before council rescinded the proclamation during the July 12 meeting. “That is now gone because it’s summertime and they don’t feel like they
need it but something like that would have been illegal and was allowed because of the emergency situation and the resolution.” The city will rescind 11 landuse development permits, along with suspended expiration dates and six-month extensions on several permits from community development services department, according to a memo from the city manager to councilmembers. “It was a new process. A lot of people were feeling uncomfortable about how things were going, doing business,” Jones said. “We were all getting used to doing an electronic process and we were all getting used to doing Zoom. But now people have had plenty of time to work through those processes.” The city’s temporary policy for donated leave and pandemic sick leave will also be rescinded. Along with many local and state governments across the country, Jones declared a proclamation of emergency March 13, 2020 to respond to a rapidly evolving situation as Covid-19 began shutdowns. City council ratified the
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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
A hard day’s work at East Blaine farm
s From l; John Eastman, Jack Moore and Kjirstin Larson take a break after a long day’s work at the Eastman cattle farm on Haynie Road. Gloria Eastman, 90, runs and operates the farm, where her family of several generations of Borderites work. Photo by Gabraelle Moore
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The Editor: Blaine Senior Center is now open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The following activities are available for members: The library, gym and pool hall. Also available are mahjong, pinochle, crafts, bocce ball, stretch classes, pingpong, gym, BUG (Blaine Ukulele Group) and many other games. Please call Blaine Senior Center for days and times at 360/332-8040. Vicki McCullough, on behalf of Blaine Senior Center Board of Directors Blaine The Editor: A few weeks ago I saw an article in The Northern Light, asking for volunteers to help clean up Blaine – to remove overgrown brush and debris from around Blaine signs and local art. Now I see a YouTube video of someone who did just that being sent an order telling him to quit doing just that and being threatened with legal action for doing so. What is up with our city? A little background on myself: My wife and I moved here in November from Shoreline in King County to get away from the political BS and it seems it is just as bad here.
We ran into roadblocks every time we wanted to do something on our own property. We were told down there if we wanted to trim one of our trees, if it was over eight inches in diameter at eye level, we had to get an arborist report and approval, at our own expense, then a permit from the city to do the work. We bought property here with no trees. By the time the ones we since planted get to that size we will be dead and gone for that to be an issue here. We hope. I am a retired construction worker, contractor. My wife is a self-employed bookkeeper. We raised seven children and have eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. We just want to enjoy them and our remaining years. I use the skills God created me with to help others. I am slowly meeting my neighbors and helping them when I can. When I saw the article I mentioned above, I thought I could do that and maybe get to know some people here. We want so much to be a part of this community but things like this just turn you off to getting involved. I deep down hope that video wasn’t true. I don’t want Blaine to be a sewer like Seattle and King County. I want to again live in a city I can be a part of and be proud of.
John Hopf Blaine The Editor: Our wonderful walking and running trail next to the Semiahmoo Parkway from the Horizon development to Semiahmoo built over 20 years ago has become dangerous to use due to rising cracks from tree roots. Despite many complaints over many years from loyal runners and walkers, (See Letters page 15) Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
Correction In the July 15 issue of The Northern Light, in an article titled “CAP clothing bank will open Monday, July 19 in new G Street location,” the clothing bank’s hours were listed incorrectly. The clothing bank is open 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday and Friday, and 5-7 p.m. Wednesday. We regret the error.
Civic Meetings Birch Bay Water & Sewer District: Second and fourth Thursdays, 4 p.m., district offices, 7096 Point Whitehorn Road, Birch Bay. Info and Zoom meeting link: bbwsd.com.
Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation: Second Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., location varies. Info: bbbparkandrec.org. Virtual meeting info: bbbparkandrec.org/board-meetings.
Blaine City Council: Second and fourth Mondays, 6 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info and virtual meeting login: ci.blaine.wa.us.
Blaine Park and Cemetery Board: Second Thursday, 9 a.m., virtual meeting. Info: 360/332-8311, ext. 3330.
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Blaine School Board: Fourth Monday, 7 p.m., Blaine school district offices. Info and virtual meeting link: blainesd.org. North Whatcom Fire & Rescue: Third Thursday, 1 p.m. Info: nwfrs.net.
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Police reform in Washington: An editorial from local law enforcement
s Whatcom County sheriff Bill Elfo.
B y S h e r i ff B i l l E l f o Washington recently enacted a myriad of new police reform laws. While law enforcement leadership in Whatcom County supports efforts to enhance training, professionalism and accountability, as well as to provide treatment alternatives to arrest, the new laws will significantly affect officers’ ability to detect and prevent crime, hinder the apprehension of criminals and render our community less safe. The legitimate use of reasonable force to detain, arrest and capture criminals has long been a necessary hallmark of community safety. New legislation now restricts officers from using any degree of force unless probable cause exists to arrest, prevent an
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escape or protect someone from imminent harm. Probable cause is a fairly high legal standard that represents a radical departure from long-standing court precedent authorizing temporary investigative detentions (Terry stops) under the lesser standard of reasonable suspicion. Officers heavily rely on Terry stops to interrupt crime and protect citizens. Eliminating this investigative tool undoubtedly will result in increased victimization and many criminals remaining free. Law enforcement has long applied prudent safety criteria to vehicular pursuit decisions. Pursuits were authorized for serious crimes based on the reasonable suspicion standard. Pursuits are now limited to circumstances where probable cause exists to
arrest for serious violent offenses defined as murder/manslaughter/ homicide, assault in first degree, kidnapping first degree and rape. Pursuits for DUI continue to be allowed based on reasonable suspicion. Officers very frequently encounter situations wherein they have reasonable suspicion to believe criminal activity may be afoot but lack probable cause for arrest until the vehicle is stopped and an investigation is conducted. This significant limitation on the standards for engaging in pursuits for serious violent crime, and the prohibition against pursuing vehicles even when probable cause is present for other serious crimes (including felony assaults such as domestic violence related offenses, burglaries and high-value thefts) are unique to Washington and will affect safety. Officers traditionally have responded to incidents involving people in behavioral health crises that have the potential to escalate and create public safety risks. If grave circumstances exist, officers have the ability to take the person into protective custody. However, the new legislation limits officers from using reasonable force when necessary to do so. The legislature has signaled its intent to reduce police interactions and transfer responsibilities to behavioral health professionals to the point of stating officers should leave the area. While law enforcement generally supports behavioral health
intervention, there are not sufficient behavioral health professionals available or willing to take on risks associated with people who have a propensity toward violence without law enforcement protection. While law enforcement prefers referring drug users to treatment rather than the criminal justice system, legislation re-classified all drug possession, regardless of quantity, from felonies to simple misdemeanors, and directed that for an offender’s first two offenses, they not be referred to prosecution. Sufficient substance use disorder treatment resources are not available to effectuate this and there will be little law enforcement can effectively do about neighborhood and public drug activity. Limitations on some long-standing police tactics and restrictions on less-lethal alternatives will increase risks to officers’ safety and personal civil and criminal liability. Concerns have resulted in the retirements and resignations of good experienced officers and affected recruitment efforts to replace them. The above represents just a sample of ramifications. Restrictions on interrogations, canine deployment and others will have substantial impacts as well. Law enforcement in Whatcom County has always strived for excellence in public safety. Achieving this and capturing criminals will now be more challenging. Please be assured that despite these changes, officers will do the
best they possibly can under the new laws to protect you and your family. Also signed by police chiefs: Flo Simon, Bellingham; Dan MacPhee, Everson-Nooksack; Kevin Turner, Ferndale; Donnell Tanksley, Blaine; Daniel Debruin, Sumas; Steve Taylor, Lynden.
CITY OF BLAINE Due to COVID-19 and new OPMA rules, meetings are now only open to the public virtually. Information on how to listen or watch the meeting live will be on the City Council agenda which is located on the City’s website homepage under Your Government, City Council, City Council Agenda. Please check the agenda prior to each meeting as the call-in number or location may change.
Thursday, July 22 6:00pm – Planning Commission Meeting *CANCELLED*
Monday, July 26 6:00pm – City Council Meeting *CANCELLED*
Tuesday, July 27 3:00pm – Civil Service Commission Meeting
Wednesday, August 4 9:00am – Ad Hoc Arts Commission Meeting
Monday, August 9 6:00pm – City Council Meeting Contact information for staff and Councilmembers can be found on the City’s website. Call (360) 332-8311 or visit our website.
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City looking for downtown business owners to allow murals The city of Blaine is looking for downtown property owners with interest in decorating their building for the city’s downtown mural program. Blaine City Council unanimously voted March 22 to establish the downtown mural program, allowing the city to contract with property owners to create three publicly-funded murals that capture the city’s Blaine by the Sea theme. The blank walls
need to be on a building next to Peace Portal Drive and within the city’s central business district. City officials established the mural program to attract tourists to Blaine through the murals that focus on nostalgic maritime branding. The three murals are expected to be completed by May 2022. “The city has been planning for over a decade to install murals in the downtown core,” Blaine city
Black Forest temporarily closes to help staff at CJ’s Beach House By Ian Haupt Black Forest Steakhouse announced on its Facebook page July 11 it will close for six weeks due to staff shortages. In the meantime, employees will help out at sister restaurant CJ’s Beach House in Birch Bay, both owned by Christine Niemann. The post reads: “With all the staff shortages happening we are pooling our employees and will have them working over at CJ’s Beach House in Birch Bay. Come stop by and say hello and we will be back at it in September!” Other businesses in the area
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Custer man sues county, jail for alleged racial discrimination By Ian Haupt A Custer man who worked as a mental health professional at the Whatcom County Jail is suing the county, sheriff’s office and Compass Health over allegations that they discriminated and retaliated against him because of his race. Fred A. Pulphus filed a lawsuit March 26 in Snohomish County Superior Court against behavioral healthcare agency Compass Health but amended it June 21 to add Whatcom County, the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office and corrections chief Wendy Jones. The case was removed and filed July 13 in the U.S. district court in Seattle. The lawsuit alleges that Compass Health, the county and its officials violated the Washington State Law Against Discrimination and interfered with Pulphus’ job because he is Black. It also alleges that Jones violated Pulphus’ 14th Amendment rights to due process and equal protection under the law when he was banned from working at the county jail after no action was taken following his repeated reports of racism and harassment in the workplace, according to the lawsuit. During its July 13 meeting, Whatcom County Council decided to defend the county, the sheriff’s office and Jones after discussing the lawsuit in executive session. Council found they were acting in the county’s interest, in good faith and in accordance with the law. Jones did not wish to comment as the case is in litigation. Compass Health, headquartered in Snohomish County, is a community-based healthcare agency centered around North-
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Covid-19 vaccination and test records. Fully vaccinated travelers will still be required to submit proof of a Covid-19 test at least 72 hours before crossing into Canada, but they will not be required to take a Covid-19 test after arriving. Travelers will need to be vaccinated with one of Canada’s approved Covid-19 vaccines: Moderna, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson or AstraZeneca. The Canadian government will
s Fred A. Pulphus, a former employee for Whatcom County Jail’s behavioral health team, is suing Whatcom County, the sheriff’s office and corrections chief Wendy Jones over allegations of racial discrimination and retaliation. File photo west Washington, according to its website. It provides behavioral and mental health services to adult and youth inmates at Whatcom County Jail and is part of a healthcare team that works alongside nurses and medical providers, according to court documents. In December 2018, Compass Health recruited Pulphus to work on the jail’s jail/juvenile behavioral health team. Upon being hired, Pulphus said in court documents that he experienced multiple incidents of discrimination and hostility in his two years working at the jail, including threats by a coworker who said they could get him fired and recruit other colleagues to help. Pulphus’ lawsuit states he was prejudged “as being inferior and incapable when he started working at the jail. Compass personnel demeaned, ignored, sidelined, and spoke aggressively toward him. They withheld basic information, professional courte-
sies, collaboration, and training.” A swastika and other racist symbols were left at a table where Pulphus was known to eat. The behavioral health team manager referred to Pulphus and his direct supervisor, who was also Black, as “homies” multiple times, mentioned race when she took free swag from vendors at a company event, and allegedly asked “Is Fred ghetto?” when Pulphus asked to use a company car instead of his own to travel to work, the lawsuit states. In February 2019, Pulphus reported to his direct supervisor the ongoing harassment and racist comments about him. He also reported to the behavioral health team manager that a coworker was attempting to get him fired, but the manager allegedly said the coworkers were bullies and took no action. Pulphus complained to Jones, but Jones and other county officials did not investigate or take action, according to complaint.
Pulphus also called the Compass Health company hotline to report the harassment and discrimination. In May 2019, Pulphus’ direct supervisor reported to the behavioral health team manager that a coworker was harassing and being racially discriminatory toward Pulphus. The manager said “there was ‘Black privilege at Compass’, implying Pulphus was receiving privileges over white employees because he was Black,” the lawsuit states. The direct supervisor then took the reports to upper management at Compass Health in August and September 2019, alerting them of the situation. According to court documents, Pulphus continued to seek help and file reports of the racism and harassment he experienced, one of which was filed with Compass Health’s CEO. In November 2019, Pulphus met with a human resources representative at Compass Health.
no longer require the three-day hotel quarantine for vaccinated and unvaccinated air travelers August 9, but travelers must still have a quarantine plan in place. This decision was based upon the increase in Covid-19 vaccinations, declining Covid-19 cases and fewer Covid-19 hospitalizations, according to the news release. “Canadians’ safety and security always come first. With rising vaccination rates and fewer cases in Canada, we can begin to safely ease border measures,” said Patty Hajdu, Canada’s minister of health, in a statement. “A gradual
approach to reopening will allow our health authorities to monitor the Covid-19 situation here and abroad. Canadians have worked hard and sacrificed for each other, and because of that work, we can take these next steps safely.” The announcement comes after July 5, when the Canadian government began allowing fully vaccinated travelers to forgo the 14-day quarantine and Covid-19 test on their eighth day of arrival. On July 19, 43.7 percent of Canada’s total population was fully vaccinated and 68.8 percent had received at least one Covid-19 vaccine dose. In B.C., 40.2 is the cumulative percent of the population fully vaccinated and 70.9 of the cumulative percent have at least one vaccine dose. Canada started off slower than the U.S. with vaccination rates, but is now catching up. The country had delayed first and second doses in two-dose vaccines to help provide immunity, although to a lesser degree, to a greater number of residents. In the U.S., 48.6 percent of the total population is fully vaccinated and 56.1 percent has had at least one vaccine dose. The U.S. government announced July 21 it would not reciprocate the border opening.
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In January 2020, a nursing supervisor at the jail told Whatcom County officials that Pulphus shared personal information of an inmate with healthcare team members and other people, breaching their privacy, the lawsuit reads. Whatcom County officials subsequently banned Pulphus from working at the Whatcom County Jail on January 23, 2020. The behavioral health manager called Pulphus on his way to work to notify him, according to the records, he was not given an opportunity to discuss the allegations. A month later he asked Compass Health management to re-hire him. Pulphus was allegedly banned due to a reported violation of state and federal laws, according to the lawsuit. Pulphus maintains in the lawsuit that the charge was false. After being transferred to another facility, Pulphus filed a discrimination complaint against Compass Health with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Washington State Human Rights Commission. He also filed a grievance with his union against two coworkers and the behavioral health manager, according to the complaint. Pulphus’ lawsuit alleges that he was denied the process and disciplinary practices and policies extended to other employees, and Compass Health’s treatment of him was discriminatory. Pulphus was denied access to promotions, pay increases and other employment and career opportunities due to the agencies actions, the lawsuit states.
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With eviction moratorium up, renters have until August to make a plan By Ian Haupt Before the state eviction moratorium ended July 1, governor Jay Inslee announced a twomonth “bridge” transition before tenants can be kicked out for past due rent. Under the proclamation, those who are working with their landlords and seeking financial assistance cannot be evicted until September 30, according to a June 29 media release from the governor’s office. With the moratorium lifted in August, renters are expected to pay rent in full. If unable, renters must negotiate a reduced rent
with their landlord or actively seek assistance, according to the governor’s office. “COVID has had a significant economic impact on our state and a lot of Washingtonians are still experiencing financial hardships,” Inslee said in a statement. “This bridge creates reasonable steps and will help ensure that renters have the opportunity to receive support and resources that are available to them and that the Legislature intended to be in place to help both landlords and tenants.” Another requirement in the governor’s proclamation is that
landlords must offer a reasonable repayment plan for tenants in arrears. Landlords and tenants are encouraged to utilize rental assistance to payback any Covid-19 related past due rent. The state Department of Commerce released $500 million to local governments for rental assistance that, according to the governor’s office, will help more than 80,000 landlords and renters. An additional $650 million federal relief dollars have been allocated for assistance and to establish assistance programs, like the eviction resolution pilot pro-
gram. This program will assign a professional to mediate tenants and landlords before an eviction lawsuit is filed and is currently only available to six counties, not including Whatcom, but more counties will be added soon. The governor’s office intended for these programs to be established by the time the eviction moratorium ended July 1, but funding was not yet distributed. As for Whatcom County, Dan DeMent, executive director for the Community Assistance Program (CAP), says the Opportunity Council is the place to go for rental assistance. While the
CAP helps Blaine and Birch Bay residents behind on their utility bills, they do not help with rent. “The Opportunity Council would be where we would send people,” DeMent said. The Opportunity Council provides limited financial assistance for rent and utilities. Due to high demand, appointments are limited each month and are already full for July. Applications open again at 8 a.m. on Monday, August 2, according to the website. For more information or to apply, visit oppco.org/basic-needs/housing/ help-with-rent.
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Peace Arch Park weddings continue in 2021, with slight changes B y E m i l y F ee k Last summer, Peace Arch Park hosted as many as 12 weddings a day as cross-border couples raced to the altar. This summer, the park has increased regulations, permitting only two large events but still allowing an unlimited number of small events. Park attendance in 2020 increased significantly, Peace Arch State Park ranger Rickey Blank said. Park staff recorded four to five times more vehicles parked in the parking lot than usual, as well as an increased number of visitors crossing into the park on foot. The permits are a result of increased park damage from tents and canopies that used stakes or pegs in the ground. “The park was being overused and the resources were definitely being damaged,” Blank said. “They were bringing things to set up, chairs, arbors or whatever, and what happened last year, with all the tents and sun screens and canopies – we ended up losing half a million dollars’ worth of irrigation in the park, which is substantial.” Len Saunders, a Blaine immigration attorney who visits the park most days to meet clients, said he has seen a comparable number of weddings to last summer. Saunders said about 75 percent of his recent cases involve spousal green cards. “What a lot of people did when they only allowed spouses entry to Canada was they would literally get married in the park, get in the car, drive down to Bellingham, file the marriage certificate and then drive back into Canada,” he said. Though the U.S. land border
currently doesn’t have exemptions, anyone can fly into the country. Saunders compares the closed border and open airports to locking the front door of your home but leaving the back door open. Since the initial border closure, the Canadian government has expanded who’s allowed to cross the border. On October 2, 2020, the Canadian government announced that extended family – including couples who have been dating for a year and spent time together in person – can enter Canada. David Poon founded Canadian non-profit Faces of Advocacy in May 2020 to push for those exemptions after his partner was turned away at the border. There was no movement for family reunification at the time, Poon said, so he started a letter-writing campaign. “There’s no reason to rush a wedding at the Peace Arch just to bring your partner to Canada,” Poon said. Despite the extended family exemptions, Poon said Faces of Advocacy continued to push for family reunification for those separated. The Peace Arch park weddings aren’t only held to get into Canada though, Saunders said. Couples also host weddings out of convenience for the couple and attending family members. It’s also the only place along the border where couples can meet without quarantine restrictions, which will remain in effect for fully vaccinated travelers until August 9. Chris Irlam of Chilliwack, B.C. married her wife at Peace Arch Park on November 1, 2020. She and her wife met at the park every three weeks during the pandemic
s Jacob, l., and Courtney Skelcher were married at Peace Arch Park on August 1, 2020 after deciding against waiting for the border to reopen. Photo by Cat Dossett but were concerned that the park might close. Their decision to get married was partly based on the concern that they might not be able to continue meeting at the park, but they were also committed to each other. “It started out as a functional decision, but I can’t imagine making any other decision now,” Irlam said. “I’d show up to the park to marry her every day if I could.” Their wedding was a small event. Irlam and her wife got married in their street clothes with only a few people in attendance. Cape Cod, Massachusetts resident Jill Hollenbach had a similar experience. When she married her wife Kristina Macdonald at the park in April, their witnesses were strangers, she said. Hollenbach and her wife had discussed getting married, but the border closures expedited their decision, she said. And while Hollenbach acknowledged that she could physically go to Canada, the mandatory hotel quarantine and two-week quar-
antine complicated travel. The circumstances led them to decide to wed at the park. “We both joke about how if we were any less in love, we wouldn’t be where we are, because it isn’t easy or cheap,” Hollenbach said, noting she lives on the east coast and her wife lives in Winnipeg. “You have to know how committed you are to even want to go through this process. There’s nothing about it that is easy or spontaneous.” For other cross-border couples like Courtney Skelcher and her husband, who had also been considering marriage, the pandemic encouraged them to wed sooner than later. “Covid-19 happened and it went from, ‘Maybe we’ll get engaged sometime this year and married in the next year or two when all our family can be there,’ to ‘Oh my gosh, I don’t want to wait,’” Skelcher said. The wedding was small, but they still wanted it to be special. The couple dressed up in formal wear and had Skelcher’s sister, a
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professional photographer, take wedding and engagement photos. The couple’s family, scattered across Canada, Alaska and New York, attended via Zoom. Large events such as weddings that require special shelter set-ups are still allowed with a special activity permit, which visitors can apply for on the Washington state parks website at bit.ly/2UjJ5hS. Blank also encouraged people to reach out to him via email at Rickey.Blank@ parks.wa.gov to discuss the permit process. Special activity permits should be applied for at least 30 days in advance. The American Kitchen, a shelter at Peace Arch Park that can accommodate up to 100 guests, is also available to reserve as of March, Blank said. Blank said the permit limit of two large weddings per day were full most summer weekends, and permits for the rest of the summer have been filling up as well. Small weddings with a couple, officiant and two witnesses that require no special set-up are allowed without permits as well, Blank said. The permits will remain in effect after the border reopens. People are welcome to come to the park and sit down on blankets or at picnic tables, but tents and similar shelters will only be allowed by permit to avoid park damage, Blank said. Camping tents, screens and other shelters can still be placed on the east lawn until the U.S./Canada border reopens. “We’re handling more people than ever, but everything is controlled and it isn’t the Wild West like last summer,” Blank said.
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the harbor, Hogan said. Older wooden boats are more susceptible to degrading in saltwater than fiberglass, steel or aluminum boats, he said. Although it varies, Hogan said the port will usually deal with one to two derelict boats per year. “Unfortunately, we have this problem in our harbors. Boats show up and you’re concerned about their seaworthiness and have trouble tracking down their owners,” Hogan said. Seaview North president and CEO Phil Reese said the boat sank within 10 minutes after the boat’s fishholds started to fill with water. The cause for the boat sinking is still undetermined, but Reese believes it’s due to failure of the boat’s wooden planks. “It was scary. We’re really fortunate no one was hurt,” said Reese, who had three crew members aboard. Everything in the boat had been cleaned before it was towed, Reese said. The U.S. Coast Guard, Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) responded to the sinking, Larry Altose, a DOE
spokesperson, said in an email to The Northern Light. A WDFW officer confirmed there was an oil sheen on the surface, but the oil was not able to be recovered by cleanup pads. The U.S. Coast Guard flew a helicopter from Port Angeles over the area and reported the sheen extended 2 miles to the northwest of the boat, Altose said. The sunny, warm weather helped the oil evaporate from the water and no oil was observed the next day. Altose said no oil was observed in shoreline surveys. About 100-200 gallons of oil were estimated in the vessel, which can contain thousands of gallons. Altose said some fuel can remain in a tank that would otherwise be considered empty. The U.S. Coast Guard and DOE determined recovering the vessel, which would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, would not be worth the money. Richard Sturgill was taking the Plover ferry out for its regular maintenance when he watched the Bligh Island leave Blaine Harbor. Despite it sinking, Sturgill said watching the longtime idled vessel was a sight to be seen. “After sitting there forlornly at gate 3 at the fishermen’s dock, it was pretty cool to see it move,” Sturgill said. “It’s been a fixture at the dock.”
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py since receiving immunotherapy treatment. About 80 percent of dogs show positive response and 30 percent are longtime survivors, Dr. Sullivan said, while Dr. Steele emphasized chemotherapy results alone are zero. The local dogs are just two of about 300 dogs that have received the new treatment so far, Dr. Sullivan said. “It was fun for them to both be here and both be local dogs,” Dr. Sullivan said. “A lot of the dogs we’ve treated are from other parts of the country so we’ve never re-
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Legal IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In re the Estate of: NICOLE RENE HURTUBISE, Deceased. No. 21-4-00569-37. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Judge Evan Jones The Administrator named below has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probated proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 AND 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing of Notice to Creditors: July 21, 2021 with Clerk of Court: Date of First Publication: July 22, 2021 Name of Administrator: JULIE HURTUBISE Attorney for Administrators: Steven D. Avery, WSBA #35262 Address for Mailing or Service: Avery Elder Law, P.S. 801 Samish Way, Ste. 202 Bellingham WA 98229 Telephone: (360) 325-2550 Email: steve@averyelderlaw.com DATED: July 21, 2021 AVERY ELDER LAW, P.S. STEVEN D. AVERY, WSBA #35262 Attorney for Administrator JULIE HURTUBISE www.averyelderlaw.com IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In re the Matter and Estate of: MARIAN RUTH ALLARD, Deceased. No. 21-4-00354-37. PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS. RCW 11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: July 15, 2021 Personal Representative: Deborah Allard Riehl Presented by: Whatcom Law Group, P.S. Roger L. Ellingson, WSBA #19292 Attorney for Personal Representative PO Box 1258 / 289 H Street Blaine, WA 98231-1258 (360) 332-7000; Fax: (360) 332-6677
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Legal IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In re the Matter of PETITIONER, AMANDA HAMEL AND RESPONDENT, RODEL M. PASAOA, PRESUMED FATHER No. 21-3-00161-37. SUMMONS SERVED BY PUBLICATION To: RODEL M. PASAOA: Petitioner has started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is Petition for a parenting plan, residential schedule and/or child support. You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published which is July 1, 2021. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form: FL Parentage 332, Response to Petition for Parenting Plan, Residential Schedule and/or Child Support You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: * The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms * Washington LawHelp: www.washing tonlawhelp.org, or * The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Whatcom County Superior Court Clerk 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 301 Bellingham, WA 98225 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Dated: June 23, 2021. Casie C. Rodenberger, WSBA# 54348 Attorney for Petitioner Mailing address: PO Box 1258 Service address: 289 H Street, Suite A Blaine, WA 98231
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In re the Estate of: NINA I. MORAVEC, Deceased. No. 21-4-0054437. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. Judge David Freeman The Administrator named below has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probated proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 AND 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing of Notice to Creditors: July 13, 2021 with Clerk of Court: Date of First Publication: July 15, 2021 Name of Administrator: TREVER MORAVEC Attorney for Administrators: Steven D. Avery, WSBA #35262 Address for Mailing or Service: Avery Elder Law, P.S. 801 Samish Way, Ste. 202 Bellingham WA 98229 Telephone: (360) 325-2550 Email: steve@averyelderlaw.com DATED July 13, 2021 AVERY ELDER LAW, P.S. STEVEN D. AVERY, WSBA #35262 Attorney for Administrator TREVER MORAVEC www.averyelderlaw.com
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF Whatcom In Re the Estate of Dianne Mulligan, Deceased.) NO. 214-00558-37. PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) JUDGE: Evan P. Jones The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: July 22, 2021 Personal Representative: Jillene Mulligan 519 East 3rd Street Sumas, WA 98295 Attorney for the Personal Representative: Katti Esp 301 Prospect Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Address for Mailing or Service: Katti Esp 301 Prospect Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Court of Probate Proceedings Superior Court of Whatcom County and Cause Number: Cause No. 21-4-00558-37 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In re the Estate of: JUSTIN JAMES MASSIE, Deceased. No. 21-4-00564-37. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Judge Evan Jones The Administrator named below has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probated proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 AND 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing of Notice to Creditors July 16, 2021 with Clerk of Court: Date of First Publication: July 22, 2021 Name of Administrator: JACQUES MASSIE Attorney for Administrators: Steven D. Avery, WSBA #35262 Address for Mailing or Service: Avery Elder Law, P.S. 801 Samish Way, Ste. 202 Bellingham WA 98229 Telephone: (360) 325-2550 Email: steve@averyelderlaw.com DATED: July 16, 2021 AVERY ELDER LAW, P.S. STEVEN D. AVERY, WSBA #35262 Attorney for Administrator JACQUES MASSIE www.averyelderlaw.com
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Real Estate
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7910 Birch Bay Drive
MLS #1804027 $299,000 Welcome to Birch Bay. Enjoy miles of warm sandy beaches, Bike rides, or walk along the new promenade enjoying spectacular Pacific Northwest Sunsets. Easy Walk to restaurants, live music, beaches, water slides, & festivals. Unit has been recently remodeled with new granite counters, bamboo floors, cabinets, paint, bathroom, ss steel appliances, gas fireplace, wiring, plumbing, Maint. free composite decking, newly insulated Sub floors, Sunny rear deck with a Bay view.
Billy Brown 360-220-7175 or Tonya Wahl 541-707-0196
8280 Cowichan Road
MLS #1810039 $549,950 Lake front home located in Birch Bay Village, amenities include; Salt water marina, Golf course, Club house, sports courts, heated swimming pool, private beaches & playgrounds, 6 miles of low speed limit paved roads perfect for walking & riding bikes, 24/7 security. Great condition with 3 bdrm, 1.75 bth, 1356 Sq Ft, all on one level, new flooring, butcher Block countertops, New paint inside & outside trim. Nice backyard with dock, 2 minute drive to Marina.
6885 Holeman Avenue
MLS #1734392 $345,000 Spectacular north facing waterfront view lot on Point Whitehorn. Situated amongst upscale homes, lot overlooks Birch Bay & Canadian mountains. Site features waterfront access to enjoy clamming, crabbing, beach combing, & everything Birch Bay has to offer. Build a dream home & take advantage of the gentle slope with daylight basement to capitalize on beautiful view & great evening sunsets. These lots are getting harder to find, buy now & build later. Price increase due to Geo Test survey of property.
4569 California Trail
MLS #1810472 $300,000 Welcome to Sunday Harbor - the friendly, quiet community located minutes from the beaches of Birch Bay. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen with newer SS appliances, a detached artist studio with its own power, and an additional outbuilding all on a .20 ac lot! Here’s your affordable opportunity for home ownership - totally suitable for full time living, weekend getaway or an investment property!
Billy Brown 360-220-7175 Leah Crews 360-305-4747 or Tonya Wahl 541-707-0196 Gerry Allen – 360-920-0563 or Jen Freeman 360-815-0803 Brian Southwick 360-815-6638 LISTINGS - BLAINE
410 10th Street
MLS #1807178 $449,900 Great rambler in heart of Blaine. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on large, corner lot, with fully fenced backyard, lots of room for extra parking/RV Parking area w/power. Upgraded windows, newer roof, updated furnace & hot water heater. French doors lead to fully covered, custom-built, open beam 20’ X 25’ patio area. Patio has connections available for Natural Gas BBQ & hot tub. Great location, close to Blaine city center, schools, Birch Bay & I-5. Complete with large 12’ X 8’ shed with loft area & second shed for storage.
Christy Imperio 360-201-4100
4970 Morgan Drive
MLS #1808249 $399,500 Very cute Cottage by the sea. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, carport 1160 sq. ft. Roof one year old with new interior paint & carpet. One bedroom has newer laminate flooring. Feel charmed by this sold block home with family room addition that opens up to spacious fenced back yard. Great location to the center of Birch Bay. Living room & family room. Propane forced air heat, wood stove, utility room. Fenced backyard with storage. Enjoy Birch Bay amenities including new Berm project. Minutes from beach, berm & water slides.
9870 Foxhurst
MLS #1799868 $1,250,000 19+ acre mini-farm zoned R5A. Open concept Craftsman-style masterpiece is 2500+ sf, 5 bed/2.5 baths, large kitchen w/granite counters, SS appliances & walk-in pantry. Large Master w/ensuite, attached 2 car garage, 32 solar panels, 12x40 outdoor patio w/hot tub & 30x40 shop has double 14ft doors. Custom-built hemlock/cedar barn with loft situated next to a pond & fenced chicken coop, with turnout pasture. Fully fenced 40x104 ft. garden boarding orchard.
Jessica Bates 360-371-5100
42 Eliza Island
MLS #1772844 $800,000 Spanning views of Bellingham Bay. Beachfront, no-bank, tideland-rights cabin located on uber private Eliza Island. Best-kept secret in San Juan Islands! Northwest-facing home has OutBack solar/battery-powered inverter system, propane, & instant hot water tank. Beautiful touches throughout, such as Hickory & Montana Slate flooring, granite & Brazilian Cherry counters. Master ensuite with soaking tub & balcony deck. Close to private airstrip WA93 & island dock. No VRBOs/rentals allowed.
Brandi Coplen 360-201-3951
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9563 Sunrise Road
MLS #1798202 $1,245,000 Stephen Fuller - designed colonial estate amidst nature w/gated entry & porches front & back. Grand-entry, high quality RH hardware, 2 fireplaces & crystal chandeliers. Magazine quality kitchen, high-end appliances, granite & sub-zero wine cooler. Primary suite w/ jetted spa. Smart home technology enabling voice & smart-phone activated monitors lighting, heating, a/v security, intercom & music. High-speed wifi throughout & outside. 8x20 & 12x20 shed.
Becki Taylor 360-303-4788 or Jasmin Warden 360-305-8453
9540 Semiahmoo Pkwy #D12
MLS #1808648 $69,900 LIVE ABOARD MARINA OPPORTUNITY. Enjoy amenities of condo at fraction of cost. 44 ft slip. Best marina in the PNW. Located steps from main walkway make for easy provisioning. Straight shot to marina entrance. Includes 30 amp power, WiFi & dock box plus keyless access to laundry room, mail room, restrooms, shower facilities, & fuel dock. Remodeled cafe/store, & member only patio. Perfect starting point for cruising San Juans & the Salish Sea. Slip allows for 46 ft vessel with 14.4 ft beam.
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5419 Quail Run
MLS # 1796965 $1,190,000 Double wide South facing fairway view. Quiet, cul-de-sac location walking distance to Golf & Country Club & Great Blue Heron Grill. Northwest Contemporary style features 3 car garage, main floor living, stunning window design & fir trim. Open floor plan. Library/office on main floor has 3/4 bath. Spa master w/fireplace, private patio, oversized soak tub & custom closets. Two upstairs bedrooms with large windows feel like you’re living in a treehouse. Level lot professionally landscaped & great for gardening.
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718
8990 Merganser Court
MLS #1795918 $889,000 Charming home at end of cul-de-sac nestled right off 17th tee at beautiful Semiahmoo! Main floor master suite, with soaker tub, dual vanities & oversized walk-in closet. Upgraded TREX deck has access off great room & kitchen. Stunning tee to green views. New hardwood floor & carpet, as well as exterior paint. Safe & private location between million dollar homes. Bonus room is truly two rooms in one, Upstairs bedrooms spacious with jack-and-jill bath. Eagles perch on the towering trees nearby.
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Affordable Care Act open enrollment ends Sunday, August 15 Healthcare system PeaceHealth is reminding community members that the federal government created a special enrollment period for enrolling or changing their 2021 Affordable Care Act plan. The enrollment period began in February and is set to run until Sunday, August 15. The American Rescue Plan Act included the special enrollment period as a way to expand access to low-cost healthcare. This will allow people to obtain lower healthcare coverage costs. “Healthcare coverage through the Affordable Care Act allows many people in our community access to critical health care services,” PeaceHealth Northwest chief executive Charles Prosper said in a statement. “Now is the time to act if you think you may be eligible or are already enrolled and interested in changing plans.” PeaceHealth is a healthcare company with hospitals across the Pacific Northwest, including PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham. For more information and to enroll, visit healthcare.gov/ more-savings.
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UPPER END HOUSES $700,000 AND ABOVE: 1-and a half story house with 3,482 SF, 4 BD, 4 BA, 1,077 5422 Canvasback Rd, Blaine SF built-in garage, 536 SF patio, 237 SF deck, built in 2012; marine and territorial view, .31 acres land. 2-story house with 4,675 SF, 4 BD, 4 BA, 1,104 SF built-in garage, 2,600 8602 Great Horned SF patio, 546 SF patio, built in 2006; territorial view, .47 acres land. Owl Ln, Blaine
1-story house with 676 SF, 1 BD 1 BA, 494 SF patio, built in 1961, waterfront; marine view, .13 acres land.
6987 Birch Bay Dr, Blaine
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$750,000
New duplex with 3,356 SF, 8 BD, 6 BA, built in 2021,17 acres land.
676 E St, Blaine
$775,000
1-and a half story house with 1,973 SF, 1,261 SF basement, 3 BD, 3 BA, 672 SF built-in garage, 1,008 SF carport, 494 SF deck, 2,400 SF storage, built in 2007, 10.91 acres land.
3909 H Street Rd, Blaine
$1,035,000
1-and a half story house with 1,480 SF, 3 BD, 1 BA, 720 SF detached garage, 1,080 SF storage, 240 SF patio, built in 1925, mobile home with 1,568 SF, 2 BD, 2 BA, 220 SF deck, built in 2013, 19.78 acres land.
3576 Loomis Trail Rd, Blaine
$865,000
2-story house with 4,584 SF, 4 BD, 4 BA, 880 SF built-in ga- 8866 Cormorant Ct, $1,288,000 rage, 419 SF patio, built in 2006; territorial view, .42 acres land. Blaine 2-story house with 3,103 SF, 520 SF basement, 4 BD, 4 BA, 1668 Harbor Seal Dr, 225 SF loft, 410 SF built-in garage, 791 SF deck, built in Point Roberts 1993; marine and territorial views, .36 acres land.
$900,000
1-story house with 2,441 SF, 3 BD, 2 BA, 660 SF attached garage, 996 SF patio, built in 2003, waterfront; marine and territorial views, .25 acres land.
$768,500
8153 Sehome Rd, Blaine
1-story house with 1,476 SF, 1,092 SFbasement, 3 BD, 2 BA, 6875 Holeman Ave, 504 SF balcony, 484 SF attached garage, 372 SF patio, built Blaine in 1977, waterfront; marine view, .26 acres land.
O B I T U A RY Patricia Ann Baldwin
$890,000
Condo with 2,003 SF, 2 BD, 3 BA, built in 2020, waterfront; #102, Pacific Point $1,229,000 marine views. Condo, 9545 Semiahmoo Pkwy, Blaine
$820,000
January 26, 1942 – July 8, 2021 Patricia Ann Baldwin of Blaine, WA passed away on July 8, 2021. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Charles (Bill) Baldwin, sons William (Michelle) Baldwin of Blaine, Brent (Mitzi) Baldwin of Lynden, Craig (Siri) Baldwin of Bellingham, 11 grandchildren, siblings Phyllis (Ted) Stoa of Fargo, ND, Neil (Jan) Quigley of Denver, CO, and Patrick (Linda) Quigley of Blaine, WA. Patsy was preceded in death by her brother Michael (Sherrill) Quigley and her parents. Born in Warroad, MN on January 26, 1942 to Bernerd and Edith Quigley, Patsy spent her childhood living in Grand Forks, ND. She often spoke fondly of growing up in a close-knit neighborhood of friends and family, ice skating in the winters and swimming in the summers. Her father, a customs and immigration officer, transferred to Blaine, WA in 1955 and she began attending Blaine Schools, graduating from Blaine High School in 1960. Patsy attended Western Washington University earning her Bachelor’s degree in 1964. After teaching experiences in Tacoma, WA and Northern Virginia, Patsy was hired as a teacher at Blaine Elementary. She would teach there for 30 years, retiring in 2003 after serving countless children and families as a beloved teacher. Along the way, she earned her Master’s degree from City University in 1994. Bill and Patsy were married on August 27, 1966 at St. Anne’s Church in Blaine. They raised their three sons in Blaine. Patsy will be remembered for her devotion to her family, many years of commitment and service as an elementary school teacher, and her involvement in the Blaine community. Patsy loved being involved in her children’s and grandchildren’s lives, and traveling to spend time with extended family. She will be missed by all that had the privilege to know her. Patsy’s final resting place is at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Please share memories at www.molesfarewelltributes.com
2-story condo with 2,025 SF, 4 BD, 3 BA, 477 SF attached Unit 30, Semiahmoo $1,000,000 garage, 210 SF patio, built in 2017, waterfront; marine view. Shore Condo, 9426 Turnstone Ln, Blaine 2-story condo with 2,025 SF, 4 BD, 3 BA, 477 SF attached Unit 26, Semiahmoo $1,170,000 garage, 210 SF patio, built in 2017, waterfront; marine view. Shore Condo, 9418 Turnstone Ln, Blaine 1-story house with 2,992 SF, 3 BD, 4 BA, 1,144 SF attached garage, 889 SF deck, 428 SF storage, built in 1994, 5.53 acres land.
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COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES: Office/retail building with 9,676 SF, built in 1965, parking lot 638 Peace Portal Dr $1,450,000 built in 1990, .38 acres land. & G. St, Blaine Fast food restaurant with 2,387 SF, 2,387 SF storage base- 429 Peace Portal Dr, ment, built in 1993, .25 acres land. Blaine
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Sheriff’s Reports July 13, 3:15 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Bay Circle. July 13, 6:28 a.m.: Arson response, no fire, on Ham Road, Custer. July 13, 9:16 a.m.: Domestic order violence on Breeze Loop. July 13, 9:17 a.m.: Trespass on Birch Bay Drive. July 13, 9:54 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Harbor Drive. July 13, 11:27 a.m.: Burglary on Alderson Road. July 13, 12:29 p.m.: Theft on Beachcomber Drive. July 13, 12:35 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Main Street, Custer. July 13, 2:48 p.m.: Harassment on Surf Place. July 13, 3:14 p.m.: Suspicious person on Boblett Road. July 13, 4:59 p.m.: Alarm silent on Portal Way, Custer. July 14, 1:42 a.m.: Domestic physical on Golf Course Drive. Suspect arrested for fourth degree assault. July 14, 6:06 p.m.: Landlord tenant dispute on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. July 14, 3:40 p.m.: DUI on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. July 14, 7:21 p.m.: Harassment on Loomis Trail Road. July 15, 2 a.m.: Music on Harborview Road. July 15, 10:47 a.m.: Threat on Chehalis Place.
July 15, 2:36 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Jackson and Helweg roads. July 16, 1:15 p.m.: Littering on Birch Bay Drive. July 16, 5:54 p.m.: Hit and run on Harborview Road and Birch Bay Drive. July 17, 12:03 a.m.: Assault on
July 10, 11:04 a.m.: Assist citizen on Madison Avenue. July 10, 3:08 p.m.: Property found on Peace Portal Drive. July 10, 6:07 p.m.: Burglary investigation on D Street. July 11, 6:17 p.m.: Theft on H Street. July 11, 8:39 p.m.: Parking problem on Ludwick Avenue. July 12, 4:41 p.m.: Domestic dispute on 12th Street. July 12, 4:53 p.m.: Informational report about animals on Sanderling Way. July 12, 9:18 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Cherry Street. July 12, 9:22 p.m.: Mail theft on 3rd Street. July 12, 11:48 a.m.: Noise complaint on D Street. July 13, 5:40 p.m.: Warrant arrest on I-5 southbound. July 13, 9:40 p.m.: Abandoned vehicle in the 600 block of 4th
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Street. July 13, 10:50 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on D Street. July 14, 1:12 a.m.: Reported brush fire on I-5. July 14, 4:11 a.m.: Overdose on Martin Street. July 14, 10:14 a.m.: Traffic stop resulting in arrest, criminal citation and release. July 14, 2:14 p.m.: Neighborhood dispute on Cherry Street. July 14, 2:14 p.m.: Theft investigation on Bayview Avenue. July 14, 8:42 p.m.: Behavioral health issue on Bayview Avenue. July 15, 12:41 p.m.: Civil case – landlord/tenant – on G Street. July 15, 5:26 p.m.: Verbal domestic dispute on Peace Portal Drive. July 16, 9:34 a.m.: Trespass from Blaine Harbor on Marine Drive. Report by Blaine Police Department.
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Family Beach Walk: Friday, July 23, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Birch Bay State Park. Free. Meet at the Heron Center or look for volunteers in green vests on the beach. Info: fobbsp.org.
Dive-in Movie at Birch Bay Waterslides: Friday, July 23, gates open at 8 p.m., movie starts around 9:30 p.m., Birch Bay Waterslides, 4874 Birch Bay Lynden Road. Drive-in movie-style, showing La Bamba. Cost $20 per car. Purchase tickets at birchbaychamber.com. Old Settlers Picnic: Friday and Saturday, July 23 and 24, noon– 10 p.m., Pioneer Park in Ferndale. Free all ages event. For complete list of events, visit whatcomoldsettlers.com. Sand Sculpture Competition and Rollback Weekend: Saturday and Sunday, July 24-25. Sand sculpture contest on the Bay from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. both days. Register at birchbaychamber.com. Golf cart and bicycle poker run on Saturday from 11 a.m.– 1 p.m. Classic car show on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register online $5 or in person $10. Info: birchbaychamber.com. Summer Farm Market: Saturday, July 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Home Farm Upick and Events, 8020 Kickerville Road. Shop 30+ local craft and food vendors, live music, tractor train and more. Free admission Info: homefarm.farm. Family Beach Walk: Saturday, July 24, noon–2 p.m., Birch Bay State Park. Free. Meet at the Heron Center or look for volunteers in green vests on the beach. Info: fobbsp.org. Orcas of the Salish Sea: Saturday, July 24, 2 p.m., Birch Bay State Park wildlife theater. Learn about the balance between survival and extinction of the Southern resident orcas. Info: fobbsp.org. Discovering Jesus Vacation Bible School: July 26–30, 9–11:30 a.m., Christ Community Church, 4310 H Street. Free. Kids kindergarten–5th grade. Register at cefwhatcom.org. Live Music at The Rustic Fork: Thursday, July 29, 6 p.m., The Rustic Fork Eatery, 442 Peace Portal Drive. Featuring Mark Williams and Thomas Sandblom. Info: therusticforkeatery.com. Birch Bay Berm Community Conversation: Thursday, July 29, 6:30 p.m. Join the second community conversation regarding the newly completed promenade. We will be joined by the newly formed berm task force and Roland Middleton from Whatcom Public Works. Register at birchbaychamber.com. Splash Days: Friday, July 30, 12:30–2:30 p.m., 3rd and Martin streets. Blaine Public Works will shut down a section of 3rd Street to open up fire hydrants and attach sprinklers for a street party that will help kids beat the heat! The Sugar Shack ice cream truck will be on-site for tasty summer snacks and the BBBPRD2 will be serving up hot dogs and chips. Info:bbbparkandrec.org.
Blaine Food Bank: 500 C Street. Open Mondays 9 a.m.–noon, Wednesdays 5–7 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m.–noon. Delivery options available. Info:360/332-6350 or blainefood@hotmail.com.
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Trivia at The Vault: Thursday, July 22, 7 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar and Bistro, 277 G Street. This week’s theme: Sports hosted by Alan. Info: thevaultwine.com.
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Live Music at The Rustic Fork: Thursday, July 22, 6 p.m., The Rustic Fork Eatery, 442 Peace Portal Drive. Featuring solo artist Ron Hardt. Info: therusticforkeatery.com.
Live Music at The Vault: Friday, July 23, 7 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar and Bistro, 277 G Street. Featuring: The Song Wranglers. Info: thevaultwine. com.
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Harborview Road. July 17, 7:20 a.m.: Game law violation on Birch Bay Drive. July 17, 6:31 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Suspect arrested for hit and run, negligent driving and driving with suspended license.
Weather
Precipitation: During the period of July 12 – 18, no precipitation was recorded. The 2021 year-to-date precipitation is 14.1 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 81°F on July 18 with a low of 53°F on July 16. Average high was 67°F and average low was 63°F.
The Bridge Food Distribution Program: Fridays 3:30–5 p.m., The Bridge Community Hope Center, 4815 Alderson Road. Registration required at thebridgehope.com or call 360/366-8763. Volunteers welcome. CAP Clothing Bank: Mondays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon and Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. 508 G Street. The CAP Clothing Bank will reopen in our new location in the basement of the CAP Center providing free clothing and linens. Donations accepted only during open hours or by special arrangement. Info: blainecap.org or 360/392-8484. The Bridge Clothing Bank Boutique: Open Wednesdays 3–5 p.m. and Fridays 12–5 p.m., The Bridge Community Hope Center, 4815 Alderson Road. Donations by appointment, call 360/366-8763. Blaine’s Market by the Sea: Saturdays, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., G Street Plaza. Featuring high quality arts and crafts vendors selling handcrafted merchandise. Info: cjsolomon07@comcast.net. Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Virtual Meetings: Third Thursdays, 2 p.m. Meeting ID on birchbaychamber.com. Blaine Library: 610 3rd Street. Open to in-branch visits, Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. In-branch visits, curbside services, and Friends of the Library Bookstore now open Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info 360/305-3637. Friends of Birch Bay Library Board of Directors Meetings: Second Monday, 6:30 p.m. All who are vaccinated are welcome to attend in person. Non-vaccinated or those with limited mobility are asked to request Zoom access. Info: FOBBLsecretary@gmail.com. Meals on Wheels: Thursdays 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Adults 60+ pick up one hot and six frozen meals. Suggested donation $5 per meal or whatever is affordable. First come, first serve basis. Info: 360/332-8040. Alaska Packers Association Cannery Museum: Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, 1–5 p.m., 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway. Free, donations welcome. Masks required. Info: 360/371-3558. Toastmasters Virtual Meetings: Tuesdays 6:30–7:45 p.m. Entertaining and educational. Have fun speaking, learn to overcome fears. Info: Call Pete 360/933-1671 or email him at pcorcorran@gmail.com for the Zoom link. Movie Nights: Fridays, 8:15 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Playing family friendly movies. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch the movie on the big screen. Free popcorn. Masks and social distancing required. Info: bbbparkandrec.org. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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many with dogs, the city of Blaine has refused to take any action to make it safe. As longtime walkers and runners, we need help from Blaine City Council to resolve this dangerous situation. Don and Linda Clark Birch Bay The Editor: I have had a chance to meet and interview the following candidates in person, and highly recommend these competent people running for local offices: Kaylee Galloway for Whatcom County Council District 2 (South Bellingham/Fairhaven). Kaylee brings enthusiasm as well as her education (MA in policy studies from University of Washington-Bothell, BS from Western Washington University and experience working for legislators such as Suzan DelBene and Debra Lekanoff, among others). Rebecca Lewis for Whatcom County Council District 3 (representing rural areas of east Whatcom County). Rebecca will speak up for improved internet access for all. Her experience as a teacher and union representative will serve her well as a councilor. Her impressive command of county council issues was evident in the recent candidate forum, which you can view at lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org.
Barry Buchanan for Whatcom County Council At-Large: Barry, incumbent, stands on his record of service, but his work is not done. Homelessness in Whatcom County in particular is a complicated issue that requires a steady and experienced hand in navigating the various stakeholders. We all want to end homelessness, but the devil is in the details. Let’s give Barry time to deal with it. Kelly Krieger for Port of Bellingham District 2: Kelly promises to prioritize jobs and climate change mitigation in port projects. Her demonstrated leadership in the community gives me confidence she will be an effective commissioner with Bellingham values. Kristina Michele Martens for Bellingham City Council AtLarge: Kristina has emerged as an effective voice for our community, especially for those who are not yet represented on our city council. Let’s give her a chance in representing the entire community. Please vote by August 4 and in the general election in November. Your voice and your vote count the most at the local level. Nancy K. Sheng Bellingham The Editor: In 1921, two Canadian researchers, Dr. Frederick Banting and medical student Charles Best discovered insulin with the help of professor John Macleod at the University of Toronto. They won
Road Rules: The legality of running a parked electric car By Doug Dahl Question: I have Chevy Bolt EV and during the recent heat wave I left the vehicle “on” while parked in order to leave the air conditioning running. The car is designed so that it can turn itself “on” in order to cool the battery, so turning it “off” doesn’t mean it’ll necessarily stay “off.” Making the vehicle move when it’s “on” still requires that you have the fob, have your foot on the brake, your thumb on the shifter button while shifting out of park, after taking off the parking brake. So, in my opinion with all these interlocks, it’s perfectly safe. But is it legal in Washington? Answer: Back in 1965 (and probably even earlier, but that’s far enough back for the purposes of this article) we had a law in Washington that stated, “No person driving or in charge of a motor vehicle shall permit it to stand unattended without first stopping the engine, locking the ignition, removing the key and effectively setting the brake ...” Fifty-five years later, our current law on unattended vehicles starts with the exact same sentence. In 1965, electric cars were more science fiction than reality. Sure, there were some experiments, and early on (up until the Model T), electric cars looked like they might lead the nascent automotive industry, but for the
last century, internal combustion engines have ruled the road. Even now, fully electric cars make up less than 1 percent of the vehicles on the road in the U.S. I bring up the history of the unattended vehicle law in parallel with the history of electric cars because we generally write laws to address present concerns. Who in 1965 could have predicted that in 2021 we’d have electric cars that could automatically turn on to cool themselves? Or imagined what kinds of safety systems a future car would have? Or that you could start your car with your phone from inside your house while a robot makes your cappuccino? Was this law important in 1965? Yes, for two reasons: Unattended vehicle roll-aways (ask me about the 1966 Ford pickup I had in high school), and vehicle theft. That’s what this law is trying to prevent. Is the law still relevant? Yes, again. While less frequent due to improvements in vehicle safety systems, unattended roll-aways still happen, and leaving your car running is still an invitation to get it stolen. But how does this apply to an electric vehicle? I took a look at the Chevy Bolt owner’s manual, and it describes how to remote-start your vehicle to heat or cool it for up to 40 minutes. (See Road Rules, page 16)
Canada’s first Nobel Prize. Their discovery, 100 years ago, changed the world forever – their research led to the isolation and purification of insulin and offered a life-saving treatment to people whose lives would have been cut short by diabetes. Insulin brought a miraculous change in life expectancy and quality of life for millions of people around the world, but it is not a cure. The International Diabetes Federation estimates that more than 4 million people die each year from diabetes and that nearly half a billion people worldwide have diabetes. The CDC estimates that 34.2 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, or 10.5 percent of the population. Diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease, so as a nephrologist I encourage preventative steps and early diagnosis of diabetes to avoid serious complications such as heart disease and blindness, in addition to CKD. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin, please take the CDC’s prediabetes risk test: cdc.gov/prediabetes/takethetest. The sooner you know if you are prediabetic, the sooner you can take action to reverse it and prevent Type 2 diabetes. If your results indicate you’re at risk, take appropriate action. Get your blood sugar checked as a first step and talk to your provider. William E. Lombard, MD Bellingham
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Canadian Snowbirds fly near Blaine, Semiahmoo
s The Royal Canadian Air Force airshow team, also known as the Canadian Snowbirds, flew over Boundary Bay hospitals to display support for healthcare workers. The planes flew at about 1,000 feet. Photo by Johnny Hu
s People at Blaine Marine Park were able to catch a glimpse of the Canada Forces Snowbirds flying over White Rock around 3:45 p.m. July 16. Photo by Ian Haupt
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If your electric car really is “perfectly safe” while it’s locked up with the brake on, quietly cooling itself, you’ll likely never get an official determination on how legal it is; I don’t expect that anyone would write you a ticket for it, so a judge won’t have an opportunity to make an interpretation of the law. But your question reminds us that no matter the car we have, we need to consider the safety implications of our actions, even when we’re parked. Doug Dahl is a manager with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, Region 11 and publishes TheWiseDrive.com.
Clearly, Chevy thinks it’s safe to leave the air conditioning on unattended. But then the manual says, “Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters.” Since you’re able to lock the ignition, remove the key and set the brake, it comes down to what the law means by “stopping the engine.” But the law was written when internal combustion engines were the only thing on the road, so I don’t think it answers your question.
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