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An aging island
OIFR looks at 2014 budget
Concerns about seniors and home care services by CALI BAGBY
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Orcas Fire Department’s recently released draft budget includes a 7.9 percent increase from last year, amounting to $125,388. Fire Chief Kevin O’Brien said the budget increases are made necessary by the organization’s growing needs. He cited four main areas: an increase in requests for emergency services, including after-hours walk-in care; a need to staff appropriately to serve Orcas Fire’s volunteer membership; the need to comply with current laws, standards and business practices; and the need to maintain and upkeep seven fire stations and 22 pieces of rolling stock. O’Brien said the organization’s call volume is up 58 percent since 2006, and 25.9 percent since 2011.
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Having a ball with fall
Camp Orkila hosted its annual festival on Oct. 25. It featured games and activities for kids, rides on the zipline and a haunted hay ride for adults. To see more photos from the all-day event, see page nine.
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Summer commerce was on the upswing by COLLEEN SMITH ARMSTRONG Editor/Publisher
Slow but steady can win the race, and the San Juans are proving that with strong numbers in the tourism business after several years of struggling. “Beginning in July and continuing through August, the island economy was thriving for many of our chamber businesses,” said Orcas Chamber of Commerce Director Lance Evans. “In fact, the uptick was felt as early as June for some, with the overall number of visitors during the middle of summer reaching totals not seen in recent years.” The chamber sent a survey to all of its members, asking how their summer went. They had 60 total responses, including 17 lodging businesses, 11 retail, eight service, six dining establishments, and an assortment of other types of businesses. Question 1: For the months of July and August, how would you say your business
success compared to the same period in 2012? Seventy-five percent indicated “much better” with 20 percent noting it was about the same. Only five percent of businesses indicated business was worse. Question 2: Looking back a few years, how did this summer season compare to the same period pre-recession (2007 or 2008)? A total of 55 percent replied it was much better with 33 percent indicating it was about the same. Only 12 percent felt it was worse. For April through June, Washington State Ferries reported an overall rider increase of 1.8 percent for the San Juans routes. Anacortes to Shaw was up 6.5 percent; Lopez was down 1.3 percent; Orcas was up 4.6 percent; and Friday Harbor increased by .5 percent. Interisland rider traffic went up 3.8 percent. The numbers for July, August and September are not yet available. Lodging tax figures for the county are also on track. Previous numbers are as follows.
In 2008: $409,292; 2009: $347,506; 2010: $383,231; 2011: $383,428; 2012: $442,157. So far, for 2013, the numbers are at $293,516. The San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau reports that lodging tax for Orcas was up 22 percent for June and 3 percent for July. The figures for August and September are not yet available. Orcas Island Shuttle reports business was up 12 percent in June, three percent in July and 32 percent in August.
Real estate On Orcas, realtors are reporting an upswing in home and land sales. “This summer was much better than years’ past, for sure,” said Mariah Buck, manager of the Windermere office on Orcas. “In terms of pricing, properties that were selling this year were priced comparatively to 2002 or 2003
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Transportation, housing and nutrition were all mentioned as top concerns when it comes to seniors on Orcas. Yet the prevailing theme for a large part of a recent meeting was the subject of home care. “We need a bigger pool of care givers to screw in a light bulb or heat up a cup of soup,” said one attendee. “As well as certified health care givers who can do things like a bandage dressing change.” The town hall meeting on Oct. 24 was held at the senior center to discuss how islanders look toward retirement and beyond and what can be done to help them stay on Orcas as they age. Councilman Rick Hughes planned to co-host the meeting, but his ferry was
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Calling all veterans Orcas Chamber recognizes islanders Orcas Elementary to hold Veteran Appreciation Day
Orcas Island Elementary is holding a veteran appreciation ceremony and breakfast on Friday, Nov. 8 at 8:30 a.m. Veterans are asked to arrive in the cafeteria that morning for an assembly followed by a breakfast in their honor. If possible, organizers request that veterans come in uniform or wear something that signifies their branch of service in the military for students to see. A group photo will be taken after the assembly. RSVP to 376-2286 or kpage@orcas.k12. wa.us
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Left: Michell Marshall, who stepped down as chamber president, was honored for her time and service. She will continue to volunteer with the chamber-sponsored Shakespeare Festival and Bird Festival in 2014.
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Island businesspeople gathered at Rosario to celebrate local commerce and volunteer efforts. The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce held its annual membership meeting on Oct. 24. The audience heard from the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau, the County Economic Development Council and students Rahchel Leach-Brim, Gwydion Marreth and Melanie Flint, who attended Washington Business Week. There was also an overview of the chamber-sponsored Shakespeare Festival and the Bird Festival. To read about how local commerce was this summer, see
the story on page one. Every year, the chamber recognizes locals who have made a difference in the community. Council member Rick Hughes, businessman Jeff
Hanson and Salmonberry students August and Charlie were given a special “Trash Buster” award for their work in bringing public trash cans to Eastound. Island Market received the Community Service award. This recognition is for a person or organization that makes contributions to the community a priority. Lisa and Raul Rios of Mijitas restaurant won
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Airlift Northwest cuts ties State of the trees at Moran with Island Air Ambulance Looking at the differences of two air emergency transport providers and how they coexist in San Juan County By STEVE WEHRLY Journal reporter
Cooperation between the two providers of emergency medical transport in San Juan County has become more difficult as of late. The two providers, Airlift Northwest and Island Air Ambulance, both provide air transport for county patients, but island residents are wondering what is happening with the two entities and what exactly is the difference between them?
Transport Airlift Northwest is the University of Washingtonaffiliated emergency medical transport that uses helicopters to fly critical-care patients directly to Seattle and Bellingham hospitals. The AirCare membership for transport by Airlift Northwest helicopter costs $79 a year in Washington. Island Air Ambulance provides county residents and visitors with basic life support transport in an airplane between county airports and airports in Bellingham and Seattle. Today most patients requiring air medical transport from San Juan Island fly with Island Air Ambulance, according to Larry Wall, director of critical care transport for San Juan Island EMS. The service results in no out-of-pocket costs to residents of San Juan Island, Pearl Island, Brown Island, Henry Island, Stuart Island, Johns Island and Spieden Island, which are all part of the taxing district that supports San Juan Island EMS. There are a number of differences in equipment and services available from each program, the primary one being that Airlift Northwest helicopters fly directly to hospitals with landing pads, while fixedwing planes must land at airports. Individual annual membership for those who live outside of the taxing district, like Orcas residents, is $45 a year and the family
annual membership is $55.
Cutting ties
Airlift Northwest will not help to cover islanders using Island Air Ambulance. Airlift Northwest announced it has terminated participation in the reciprocal payment program of the Association of Air Medical Membership Programs. “Reciprocal payment” is a common arrangement among providers of emergency transport. For instance, if you had an AirCare membership and were transported by Island Air Ambulance, your outof-pocket costs – over what your insurance paid – would have been covered by Airlift Northwest. That will no longer be the case for residents outside of the taxing district that supports San Juan Island EMS. Residents in that taxing district will also receive added benefits. “A resident of San Juan Island Public Hospital District is covered for out-of-pocket expenses by the EMS Medevac [Air Ambulance] program no matter who does the transporting,” said San Juan EMS Chief Jim Cole.
The future Airlift Northwest’s new plan is to negotiate payment plans directly with emergency transport providers, though apparently not with Island Air Ambulance. Airlift Northwest claims the change became necessary partly because county residents are using Island Air Ambulance far more than Airlift Northwest. “We cannot have reciprocity with Island Air Ambulance because we’re not communicating with Island Air Ambulance,” said Chris Martin, executive director of Airlift Northwest. Martin said that San Juan Island EMS has decided to transport more patients using Island Air, rather than calling in an Airlift Northwest helicopter.
Airlift Northwest has about 3,700 San Juan County residents who pay to participate in its AirCare membership program. San Juan Island EMS Medevac, who runs Island Air Ambulance, has recently begun signing up county residents for its similar program to offer emergency transport by airplane. Cole says the membership is not being offered to residents of San Juan Island Hospital District 1 because their out-of-pocket costs are already covered by being part of the hospital district. Martin said reduction in Airlift Northwest flights from San Juan County in recent years is evidence that San Juan Island EMS has relied less on Airlift Northwest helicopters and more on its own fixed-wing airplane and on the EMS emergency boat Guardian for transportation. In 2011, Martin said, Airlift Northwest completed 552 missions to the county; in 2012, the number decreased to 370; so far in 2013, the number is 287. Martin said that the reduced numbers are the result of decisions made by San Juan Island EMS. Cole disagrees with that statement. “All medical emergency transportation decisions are made on the basis of what’s best for the patient,” Cole said. Cali Bagby contributed to this story.
There will be an informational meeting and Q & A concerning the trees at Moran State Park. Discussions will be to inform the public about root rot and what was cut, timber sales, as well as any possible future plans with trees at Moran State Park. Weather and time permitting, trees will be looked at on site.
The meeting is on Thursday, Nov. 7 starting at 1 p.m. in the Environmental Learning Center, a mile north of Cascade Lake on your right. Rob Thimble of the State Park Stewardship Program and Moran State Park Ranger Al Dickerson will be available for your questions after their presentations. Call 376-6053 for more information.
Filling an island need by COLLEEN SMITH ARMSTRONG Editor/Publisher
When a fire claimed the Exchange, two women went into action to fill a void in the Orcas community. Susan Malins, with the help of her friend Tina Roye, opened Score! Nifty Thrifty at the end of June. They offer a variety of used items – from household goods to linens to jewelry. “Every town needs a thrift store,” Malins said. “Most people are being very careful about the money they spend right now.” Both Malins and Roye have experience in the second hand business. Malins serves on the board of Orcas Recycling Services and Roye ran the Exchange, the island’s reuse center, for several years. After it burned down last February, Malins, who has shopped at thrift stores for 40 years, decided to open Score! All of the store’s merchandise comes from donations. Right now, they are able to make rent and utilities. Once they turn a profit, which should be in a few months, 25 percent of the money made will go towards local nonprofits. The mission of the endeavor is “community sharing.” “Things that people don’t need they can make available to others at a very low price,” Malins said. Located in the Eastsound
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Tina Roye (l) and Susan Malins (r) of Score! Nifty Thrifty. Post Office building, the store accepts donations that are clean and in good working condition. They are not able to accept large appliances or furniture, old televisions, liquid, clothing, books, computers, construction, plumbing or automotive materials, bikes, batteries and food. ORS has not set a date for the Exchange’s reopening, and until then, Score! will offer a place for islanders to share recycled goods. “The community has been flocking in,” Malins
said. “Some people have really discovered some finds.” The shop is open Sunday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Most donations can be brought in then; for large quantities, call 376-8375 to make an appointment. From Thanksgiving until Dec. 23, Score! will be open seven days a week to provide opportunities for holiday shopping. “We’re hoping to make it a happy season for many people,” Malins said.
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From the living dead to cute costumes
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s yellow and red leaves litter our streets and decorations of orange and black hang in windows, one can’t ignore that Halloween is coming. With it comes an array of costumes that also seem to be adorning shop fronts and display cases in our town. These have made me wonder how a holiday that started as a time of year when the ghosts of the dead were able to mingle with the living has now turned into a day to wear cute nurse outfits and politicians’ masks? According to the Library of Congress website, Halloween originated as an ancient pre-Christian Celtic festival called Samhain. “Samhain became the Halloween we are familiar with when Christian missionaries attempted to change the religious practices of the Celtic people,” writes Jack Santino in his article “The Fantasy and Folklore of All Hallows.” Santino writes that missionaries assigned the Christian feast of All Saints honoring every Christian saint to Nov. 1 in an attempt to draw attention away from Samhain deemed full of “demonic gods and spirits.” But All Saints Day, otherwise known as All Hallows, did not wipe out the Celtic traditions but rather merged with them. “All Hallows Eve became Hallow Evening, which became Hallowe’en – an ancient Celtic, pre-Christian New Year’s Day in contemporary dress,” writes Santino. So flash forward a 1,000 years and Halloween has gone from pumpkin carving and trick-or-treating to what Forbes magazine is now calling the “adult take over of Halloween.” Two in three adults feel Halloween is a holiday for them and not just for kids, according to DDB Worldwide, a communications network. Some 13 percent of Americans ages 18-44 say Halloween is their favorite holiday, reports DDB Worldwide. Forbes makes the argument that Generation Y, referring to those born from 1980 to 2000, has yet to grow up, and now in their 20s and early 30s these “kids” are still clinging to Halloween. The Sounder asks what is wrong with that? Some reasons we still love this holiday are: no gifts are required so it’s less stressful; family get-togethers are not necessary to celebrate the day so that cuts down on travel arrangements; pumpkin carving is an inexpensive and easy holiday pastime compared to Christmas trees and Easter baskets. Best of all you can be anyone you want for one evening and that is good for anyone – no matter what their age.
Public meetings THURSDAY, NOV. 7 • Q & A about the trees at Moran State Park, 1 p.m., Environmental Learning Center in Moran.
• Eastsound Planning Review Committee, 3 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station.
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To the Editor: Thank you from Tim Forbes On Sept. 11, I was stopped very abruptly, pulled away from my “honey-do list,” and put very much “in the moment.” I have fallen off my roof and am currently paralyzed from the waist down. I’m reminded of how love and support have been offered up by my community and creator. This is a very humbling experience, and at the same time, very exhilarating, as I have been slowed down enough to see in all of it, the manifestation of the creator in its myriad forms of expression. Thank you all for your kindness and support. Tim Forbes Orcas Island
Questions about Orcas Fire budget Based on expected revenues of $2,050,662 for 2014, the Orcas Fire Department devised a budget of $1,712,441, which is an increase of $125,388 in expenditures from 2013. Despite the expenditures of huge amounts for capital projects in years past financed by the current 15 year levy, the 2014 budget also includes $338,221 for capital projects. This will only leave a balance of $78,405. The salaries for 11 employees for
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2014 are $776,274 plus $211,302 for benefits plus another $25,000 for “merit pay,” which is a fancy way of saying “raises” set aside for the employees. Chief O’Brien was the recipient of a $5,000 merit pay this year. I find it difficult to understand how the hiring of a CPA from the mainland for three months at the cost of $4,500 per month to assist with financials in light of the imminent departure of the current (still working) financial officer is going to provide this community with greater fire and medical security. Rick Anda had done a great job with the department’s finances and it should have been easy to continue to hire a local person. Should the requested upcoming levy be unthinkingly approved in a special election-most likely in February at a cost of $12,000 to the district’s taxpayers should this be a single issue election which is highly probable – that would merely be the proverbial “drop in the bucket.” This budget is to be reviewed Nov. 12 and voted on Nov. 19; both meetings are at 5:30 p.m. should anyone wish to suggest to the fire commissioners that a cost/benefit analysis rigorously applied to items in this budget might result in a more realistic figure without sacrificing safety or service to the community. Pierrette Guimond Orcas Island
Prop 1 – true and false False: “Proposition 1 is a small
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change in the Charter.” True: This proposition represents a small change with enormous consequences. This would remove a prohibition on changing county council districts by initiative. This restriction was originally placed in the proposed charter by the Freeholders, and passed by voters in 2005. It was retained in the revised Charter proposed by the Charter Review Commission and passed by voters in 2012 granting each citizen the right to vote for all council positions. False: “Government of the people, by the people, for the people.” True: The original Charter specifically excluded redistricting from the initiative process to allow greater transparency, and to allow citizens input throughout; from recognition of who the proponents are, to viewing the initial draft, and in initiating changes throughout the public hearing process. This attempt brings the word “gerrymandering” to mind. False: “Changes can only be made every 10 years.” True: Contrary to the incomplete Pro Statement in the Voter’s Pamphlet that Charter Review Commissions can only be held every ten years; they can thereafter be held as often as every other year. [Section 9.20 – Election Procedures and Period of Office (1) The county council shall cause an election of a CRC in 2020 and at least every ten years thereafter provided that the CRC election
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LETTERS FROM 4 is held in an even numbered year.] The reason for this timetable was to prevent the election for CRC occurring in a low voter turnout year enabling any group from packing the CRC with “their” people. The CRC discussed this. This provision is no accident. It’s very inception was to safeguard citizens from the kind of back-door special-interest politicking exhibited now. False: “There is nothing more or less democratic, or secretive about an initiative than a Charter Commission.” True: This was originally initiated by a small group of people in secret, and submitted in an effort to redistrict the county “their” way. This is in direct contrast with the CRC process which allows for full transparency. Reject Proposition 1. Michael Johnson Orcas Island
Tony Ghazel for school board We are going to vote for Tony Ghazel because of the following qualities which we have observed and admired over his terms on the school board: Experience. Honesty. Accessibility. Integrity. Openness. Community Mindedness. Advocacy, locally and in Olympia, for our school’s needs. Frank and Jan Loudin Orcas Island I encourage your support of Tony Ghazel for reelection to the Orcas Island School Board. During Tony’s time on the board, he has helped lead our district from such an unstable and opaque financial situation that the state was threatening to take over management, to
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the point today where we have a reserve fund and transparent and responsible budgeting. That process was not easy – it required listening carefully to the needs of many parties, and thoughtfully negotiating a way forward. Tony does his homework, comes with creative ideas and energy, and honestly considers the opinions of others – these qualities lead him to reach reasonable compromise solutions with other school board members that let us get the work of the district done. Tony understands the difference between governance (the board’s function) and daily management (the Superintendent’s function), and does not fall into the sticky trap of trying to micromanage the activities and operation of the school. Further, he is well-versed in the requirements of Washington’s Open Public Meetings Act, and how to effectively participate in meetings that have to be run according to these rules, seemingly-inefficient and formal though they may appear at times. His experience with getting government to function is invaluable to our community. Let’s re-elect Tony, and retain his experience, wisdom, and proven ability to work with others. Brian Ehrmantraut Orcas Island
Thanks, EPRC Congratulations Eastsound Planning Review Committee for the first major review of our Eastsound Plan in 20 years. Most interesting was the plan to provide “streetscape” improvements (similar to North Beach Road) to Prune Alley and “A” Street. Fred Klein and Bill Trogdon, meeting with all affected property owners, have produced endless drafts (20’ drawings
that would be a credit to L’Enfant), explanations, redrafts and negotiations. Public service and grassroots community planning at its best. It is a work in progress that needs a push from the county to happen. What is new? Format, the old plan, combining both vision and regulation in one document is now split into a plan, i.e. goals and policy to be located in the County Comp. Plan and Regulations to be located in the County Uniform Development Code. It is a reweaving process not a new vision or rule. What is deleted? First, the old history section. Bureaucracy at the margins. This must be reinstated and the plan authors credited. The EPRC origin and participants, Dale Pederson, Bruce Orchid and Laura Arnold through EPRC chairman Gulliver Rankin today, deserve a footnote for their efforts. The plan did not just happen, it was forged here and over the virulent objections of a past county planning director. The plan is not perfect, but it is what we could agree to and credit is due. What is missing? The needs and opportunities unperceived are harder to perceive. 16.55.120 Open Space, Historic and Natural Features is the place, not simply to note that Madrona Point exists, but to have a policy to cooperate with the Lummi Owners to provide and maintain public access in conformity with the enabling covenants. (Vol. 276, pg.387-9) The present effective policy is to abrogate all responsibility. John Campbell Orcas
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monitor and track all our votes. Any reason you’d feel uneasy about that? The Mail-In Ballot Tracker story: It’s about a little barcode, unique to each voter, right there in the corner of your ballot. State officials will tell you that its only purpose is to follow your ballot through the voting process. The problem is: Who’s doing the tracking? Are they connecting the barcode with how you voted? Are they using that information to manipulate votes, create individual profiles, or something else? Officials will scream up and down that it’s impossible to connect barcodes and ballots. The system that connects the two is “encrypted.” Right. We’ve all learned recently how secure “encrypted” things are from inquiring eyes at the NSA. Eight years ago, a few of us filed suit to try to restore our secret ballot. And this summer, we won! That’s right, citizen activism pays off. Except we didn’t, really. The judge ruled that MiBT wasn’t properly tested and must therefore be dumped, but the issue of unique identifiers on ballots is still in the courts. So in this election,
once again, barcodes are on our ballots. Not only that, but one uncertified tracking system has apparently been replaced with another. There are other options, but we need your help. In 2007 the King County Council passed a motion banning unique identifiers on ballots. We’re hoping, with our new council and the momentum of this lawsuit behind us, we can reclaim the same protection for the residents of San Juan County. This election day, we will ask our county council to pass a similar motion. You can be there with us, in person or in spirit. Join us Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 9 a.m. at the Council Chambers across the street from the Court House, 350 Court Street, Friday Harbor. Please email your council representatives about this issue. Contact them at the following: Bob Jarman: bobja@sanjuanco.com; Rick Hughes: Rick h@sanjuanco.com; Jamie Stephens: jamies@ sanjuanco.com. Or call them at 378-2898. Allan Rosato Orcas
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SALES FROM 1 prices. There are some good opportunities – there are still some stick-built houses you can get for under $300,000.” She reports her office moved through a lot of their inventory – a lot of which had been on the market for years. Mary Clure, co-owner of Orcas Island Realty, echoed that sentiment. Their residential listings under $500,000 have almost all sold. “For sellers who may have been waiting out the reces-
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sion, please contact your agent since we (all the realtors) are short of residential inventory under $600,000,” she said. Clure said land sales have also improved. In 2012, a
total of 26 sold. So far in 2013, that number is already at 25. Buck says listings in the $1 to $2 million price point are still heavy. “There are really good values in that area, and we are finally seeing people shop in that range, which is
encouraging,” Buck said. “We have been busier this summer – more showings, more offers ... more buyers looking, both local and off island,” said Kate Wood of Orcas Dreams. “We believe the active real estate market in Seattle and King County will continue to spread out-
ward and into the retirement and second home market.” Teri Williams of T Williams Realty agreed. “It was a fast, furious and fun summer,” she said. “Work was very busy – more than the past few summers.” Ken Speck of Cherie L.
Lindholm Real Estate said their vacation rental was up 12 percent over one year ago. “We noticed the larger homes rented better than the small ones – and that was a surprise,” he said.
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homeowners’ insurance rates rise or fall depending on the classification Orcas Fire merits from the Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau (Eastsound is currently a class six; other areas of the island are rated higher).
and San Juan Medevac memberships for all Orcas Fire members would cost $8,500. To read more about these emergency transports, see page 3. Orcas and San Juan Island EMS both plan to transition to a new Incident Reporting System, at an initial startup cost of $41,791 to Orcas Fire. O’Brien said it can take paramedics up to an hour to file a report under the current system, and the new system could save 606 manhours annually in addition to improving continuity of care for patients. O’Brien says the Blue Card Incident Command Training program, slated for purchase at $17,225, is “hugely important for safe operations.” He said the program, in keeping with industry standards, should decrease liability for
the department as well as homeowner insurance rates. The proposed operating budget is $1,712,441 and the Capital Budget is $259,816. Other items in the budget include $107,800 for facility maintenance projects; $50,000 for vehicle replacement; $10,00 for radio communications improvements; and $15,000 for information technology. Also key to the financial picture for Orcas EMS: an estimated $2,050,662 of the 2014 Orcas Fire budget will be supplied by the 1999 fire levy, which is set to expire on Jan. 1, 2015. Orcas Fire will hold a public hearing on Nov. 12 for public comment and review. The board is scheduled to formally approve the budget on November 19.
Orcas Fire currently has 67 volunteers, in addition to nine full-time and two part-time paid staff. Statemandated training has increased, with 174 hours of training required for initial certification in 2013, up from 76 hours in 1998. Among other rising costs, O’Brien said a firefighter’s personal equipment cost $4,000 in 2013, compared to $1,000 in 1998. He cited rising insurance and medical benefit costs, increased legal fees, and a Consumer Price Index that has risen 34 percent since 2000. He also noted that island
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Budget additions The budget includes $58,040 to hire a volunteer coordinator/human resources/public information specialist in order to meet what O’Brien says is clearly expressed public demand for up-to-date and accessible information about the department’s activities. Finance officer hours have already increased from 20 to 30 per week, supported by a $17,328 proposed budget hike. Airlift Northwest
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Lopez artist paints Zion Park Guest column Lopez Island artist Steven R. Hill is one of 24 nationally recognized artists who have been selected to paint during the fifth Annual “Zion National Park Invitational Plein Air Art Invitational,” Nov. 4-11 at Zion National Park, Utah. The event “In the Footsteps of Thomas Moran” gets hundreds of applicants each year, and is the biggest annual public event at Zion. Each of the 24 artists are expected to finish six to eight plein air paintings during the course of one week, as well as present a live, narrated painting demo for the public at the park headquarters. Hill’s demo will be Nov. 7, at the Zion Nature Center. Hill’s work shows in the islands at: Crow Valley Gallery on Orcas, Wm.McCauley Gallery, Friday Harbor and Windswept Fine Art Gallery on Lopez.
Obituaries Helen Venada Helen Venada, a longtime resident of Friday
Harbor, passed away on Oct. 12, 2013 after a short illness. She was 70 years old. Helen worked at the county for 24 years. Much of that time was as the solid
Lillian Janet Teel Sharninghouse Lillian Janet Teel Sharninghouse, 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Carefree, Ariz., on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013, surrounded by those who loved her. Janet was born on March 5th, 1930 and was the oldest of three children born to Dr. and Mrs. Charles and Lillian Teel in Bellingham, Wash. She attended the Campus School in Bellingham, the Annie Wright Seminary School, the Helen Bush School in Seattle and the University of Washington, where she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta and graduated with a degree in Home Economics. On Sept. 9, 1953, she married her childhood friend and the love of her life, George Sharninghouse. They recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Together they raised two daughters, Jane and Laura. Over the years, they lived in Bellevue and Tacoma, Wash.; Burlingame, San Marino, and Pasadena Calif.; and Portland, Ore. In 1992, George and Janet retired to Carefree, Ariz. where they both loved liv-
ing in the sunny, quiet and peaceful Sonoran Desert, surrounded by natural beauty. Until recently, Janet and George returned every summer to the beautiful Pacific Northwest and the summer cabin on Orcas Island in Washington that Janet’s grandparents built over 100 years ago. There they loved the ever-changing seascape, and looked forward to reuniting with family and lifelong friends and spending time with their children and grandchildren on summer vacations. Janet had a sharp mind and a keen sense of humor. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Preceding her in death are her parents; and her daughter, Susan Lynn Sharninghouse in 1960. She is survived by
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the love of her life and devoted husband George Sharninghouse; daughter Jane Sharninghouse and husband Donald Fox of Woodside, Calif; daughter Laura Roche and husband Patrick Roche of Wichita Falls, Texas; five grandchildren: Samuel Fox of Woodside, Calif; Paige Fox of Los Angeles, Calif.; Benjamin Roche of College Station, Texas; Ian Roche and Chad Roche both of Wichita Falls, Texas; and two brothers: Charles W. Teel of Bellingham, Wash. and Paul W. Teel of Mukilteo, Wash; and of course, her faithful dog Charlie. Janet will be laid to rest at a small family ceremony on Orcas Island, Wash. Memorial contributions in memory of Janet Sharninghouse can be made to The Kiwanis Club of Carefree Benefit Foundation, Attention: Building Fund, P.O. Box 1498, Carefree, Ariz. 85377, or the Orcas Island Historical Society, donation information online at www. orcasmuseum.org/aboutus/donate-now/.
Reject prop one Editor’s note: The former six-member council proposed Proposition 1 for a voter decision on the 2013 election ballot. It amends the charter by substituting the words “Charter Amendment Petition” for the word “initiative.” The intent is to get around section 5.34 of the charter, which states that the boundaries of county council districts “shall not be changed by the Legislative Body or initiative.” by SENATOR KEVIN RANKER AND JOHN EVANS
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being elected by small districts or county-wide or have six members or three members on an annual basis is not only extremely costly, it will create total dysfunction. This instability will be extremely harmful to our county’s ability to serve the public – from our roads or building department to public health. A diverse group of dozens of citizens on the CRC and freeholders spent months and months reviewing county government structures throughout the state for examples of what would work best for us and – they got it right. You cannot change the entire structure of how government functions every year. To do so is frankly crazy and will only cause incredible instability for our communities. The current thoughtful charter gives us remarkable flexibility to make all of the changes we want to, we simply make them thoughtfully and after careful research and consideration. Join us in strongly rejecting San Juan County Proposition 1.
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Long road to recovery OPALCO earns top awards by CALI BAGBY Staff reporter
More than one year ago, Carole Wallace’s life was changed forever. The Lopez woman was seriously injured last fall after a boat fell on her near her property on Swift Bay. But even as disaster struck Carole said she felt the presence of her faith. “On the night of the accident, I looked up into the sky and thought everything is going to be okay,” she said. The boat broke her third lumbar in her lower back and bruised her spinal cord, but it did not sever the spine. Finding out that she was not paralyzed after the accident was a miracle for friends and family. “The hospital staff calls her Powerhouse Wallace,” said close friend Tammy Pal several days after the accident, during an interview with the Islands’ Weekly newspaper. “She is strong mentally and physically, refusing to let any negative thoughts come in.” Carole calls the last year a journey that started when the 42-foot boat was blown onto the nearby bay on Oct. 3, 2012 and was grounded. Carole’s husband David Wallace called the owner, his uncle Bob Graves, who drove up the next day from his home in Eugene, Ore. They immediately attempted to push the boat into deeper waters, but were unsuccessful in moving the 16-ton vessel. So the next morning, at 1 a.m., when a higher tide appeared, Graves decided
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to start digging a channel in hopes of pushing the boat out. “I couldn’t let him do it by himself so I went out too,” David told the Weekly last year. “And Carole wanted to help. I told her she should stay in bed, but she said she could at least hold a flashlight.” David recalled that they all started digging in the wet sand that was covered with seaweed. Carole and Graves were digging near the bow, when all of a sudden the boat rolled over onto them. Carole said the shift could have been due to the digging and the tide coming in under the sand. The two opposing catch lines’ anchors could have also shifted in the sand. Carole was caught under the boat, her back and legs practically closed together. Graves’ hips were crushed by the boat. An account was set up almost immediately at Islanders Bank to help pay for expenses. “I’m so grateful for all the community support,” she said. “So many people were generous not just with
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money but by sending letters of support.” Graves has fully recovered from the injuries to his pelvis and was able to return to doing karate. And after initially fearing that Carole would be paralyzed, the Wallaces were happy to find that she had some mobility in her lower body. Now her spine has pins fusing it back together. She also has leg braces that help her to walk. Her favorite place to take a stroll is at the grocery store where the aisles are wide, the ground is flat and there are plenty of familiar faces encouraging her on. “Walking is one of the best things I can do,” she said. Carole tries to work on her physical therapy everyday, but “sometimes everyday life gets in the way,” she said. She added that having the aid of her husband and family has helped her deal with her injury. Needing help has also taught her the “lesson of letting go and learning to accept and appreciate the offering.” Carole describes herself as happy, strong and motivated 90 percent of the time, but every once in a while things catch up to her. She said her biggest trial is managing her pain. Sometimes her legs feel like she’s walked through a patch of stinging nettles, and other times she feels ice cold and can’t warm up for hours. “This is a test of patience, to not get discouraged, to be grateful for all I have,” she said. But the prognosis of her recovery is unknown. She said in two more years she will know the full extent of her ability to move. Until then she will take it day by day. A bright point on the horizon includes her learning how to drive using hand controls. “I’m excited to get my independence back,” Carole said.
At the Northwest Public Power Association’s annual Northwest Innovations Conference in September, OPALCO was honored with two of the top Excellence in Communication awards: first place for best annual report publication (2012) and another first place for a collection of commemorative items created for the co-op’s 75th Anniversary celebration. The Excellence in Communication contest recognizes the top communication efforts from Northwest Public Power Association member utilities and associations. NWPPA is an international association representing and serving more than 150 customer-owned, locally controlled utilities in Western U.S. and Canada as well as nearly 300 associate members who are allied with the electric utility industry. The 2013 Excellence in Communication awards received 176 entries from 40 different
SENIORS FROM 1 delayed due to fog and he could not attend until later in the evening. “As we begin our strategic planning to include the next 10 years, we want to serve you better,” said Marla Johns, senior center director. Johns took notes throughout the meeting on posters taped to the wall. On the first poster, Johns wrote some illuminating figures. The median age on Orcas is 60 years, 40 percent of the population is 65 years or older and ages 80 and over are the fastest growing population. These numbers are part of a trend happening, not only on the island, but on a national and international level. This trend is cause for concern for seniors because a less younger populations means a less able work force, which will affect many occupations, including the number of certified and non-certified home care givers. In the U.S., the population that is currently at least 65 years old –13 percent – is expected to reach about 20 percent by 2050, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Other areas in the world will also experience an aging population. “... because of falling
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fertility rates, the number of young and workingage people is expected to decline elsewhere: by 10 percent in China, 25 percent in Europe, 30 percent in South Korea and more than 40 percent in Japan,” wrote Joel Kotkin in Smithsonian magazine. Japan is looking at employing robots that can do the work of caregivers. “Panasonic last year launched a robotic bed that can transform into a wheelchair, so the elderly can get up without assistance,” according to Patrick Collinson of the Guardian newspaper. Robotic stuffed animals to raise the spirits of the elderly are also being used in senior facilities. But in many cases in Japan, the U.S. and other countries, home care falls to the responsibility of family members. Those who have family members are lucky, but Johns asked those at the meeting what to do about seniors who don’t have children or grandchildren up to the task. That’s when home care workers are crucial. Community member Barbara Trunkey raised the idea that institutional care may be less expensive than staying at home and paying for a caregiver. “Medicaid limits home health to three hours a day, so what about the other 21 hours of the day?” she asked at the meeting. “It costs about $27 an hour for a formal caregiver.” Informal caregivers who come to do chores for elderly may be cheaper, but can come with pitfalls. “Nearly every week I have someone coming to me saying, ‘I have been taken advantage of.’ More often
than not it is people who have been hired to come in the home and there is no oversight,” said Johns. “The older population of 70 to 80 are a very vulnerable demographic. Exploitation to seniors is a huge problem.” In response to Johns, several people echoed her concern, and one person said that it is the senior’s responsibility to check references. Johns said another problem with home care is that Medicaid, Medicare and insurance policies require the patient to go to a licensed agency. But the agency needs a minimum number of people to be financially viable before working with a location like Orcas Island. But Medicaid won’t insure if the agency is not willing to serve them. “We wind up in a circle,” Johns said. One solution called out at the meeting was using volunteers because San Juan County has a large pool of retired professionals. “Volunteers have a role, but will not solve the problem,” said Stephen Bentley, orcas senior advisory committee chairman. Other ideas tossed around about how to create better services included redefining nonprofits already working to expand aid opportunities, creating more billable services, having senior services on a levy, improving community education and communication and increasing county funding and business opportunities. Johns said that she envisions this meeting being step one in finding a solution, but she felt it was successful in getting an important conversation started. “It keeps people talking and thinking about senior services,” Johns said.
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Vikings play last home games
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 • The Islands’ Sounder
by MARTY ZIER Sports contributor
Football The Vikings football team (3-5) traveled to La Conner (6-1) to play the league leading Braves in a predictable loss Friday night under the lights. Some games are fought to win while some are fought to survive. In the Northwest 1A/2B League, the La Conner game has become one of the more unbalanced games of the year, as the Vikings once again faced a stout 35-member Brave team with 14 juniors and seniors versus only 18 Vikings, 12 of which were ninth and 10th graders. But highlights of performance and will were not hard to find despite a 48-7 loss. Freshman quarterback Miles Harlow connected with Gage Harlow for a seven-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter after an impressive offensive drive that included completions to a core of young freshman talent: Pasha Bullock, Aiden Kruse and Jordan Randolph. By halftime, the Vikings had passed for over 160 yards against La Conner’s first string defense, quite an accomplishment against a top rated team in the state.
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As coach Scott Harris often teaches, games like this build character.
Volleyball
The Vikings girls volleyball team (6-7) cleaned house against Cedar Park Christian (2-12) but got swept by Darrington (11-2) last week. On Oct. 22, Orcas dominated Cedar Park Christian winning the first game 25-8. Strong Viking serving by Alenna Garcia, Bella Nigretto and Alicia Susol kept the Lions’ digs off balance while strong net defense by Anneke Ivans, Arianna Dean, Hannah Gaydos, Maddie White and Kilee Rogers deflected returns. The Vikings won the
second game 25-15 as the Lions were unable to consistently break the Vikings’ serve. Orcas went on to sweep the match 3-0. On Oct. 24, it was the last home game of the season and seniors Bella Nigretto and Alicia Susol were honored for their contribution. The Vikings lost three straight games for the third time this season against the powerful Darrington Loggers.
Girls’ soccer
The Vikings girls soccer team (2-7) hosted the Friday Harbor Wolverines (9-6) Thursday in a 8-0 loss under the fog at Dahl Field. Players and fans applauded seniors Diansa Anuenue and Shelbi Rogers for their
Above: Jordan Randolph (1) in the game against LaConner. Far right: Viking Alicia Susol bumps the ball. Right: Seniors Diansa Anuenue and Shelbi Rogers were honored at the soccer game. They are pictured with Coach Chama Anderson, who is not returning next year. contributions in the last home soccer game. The Vikings had their hands full once again against a massive Wolverine team that combined solid defense and quick drives on goal. By halftime, the Wolverines had amassed a 3-0 lead, but the Vikings’ young defense was impressive considering three eighth graders, Joanne Mietzner, Katy Minnis and Joie Zier, were moved up from middle school soccer to make a high school team viable. Freshman players Aliza Diepenbrock, Adia Dolan and Stephanie Harris rounded out the youngest Vikings and maintained excellent midfield pressure against well-orchestrated Wolverine passing.
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Eagan opened up the scoring minutes after kickoff with a shot to the top left corner. After more close attempts at goal, Russillo scored off a volley passed by Henry McMurray. The Vikings closed out the first half with a goal from Lee Pollard, William Coe and a second goal from Russillo. The Vikings continued to play well in the second half with good midfield play and solid passing. A header goal by Russillo from McMurray and a late finesse strike from Russillo ended the game for the Vikings. The Vikings have clinched their fourth consecutive trip to playoffs and play their final regular season game against Providence Classical Christian. The Vikings first playoff game was in La Conner on Oct. 29. The score was not known as of press time.
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fter scanning the Internet for spooky recipes, one theme kept popping up: faces. They are apparently important in making your food scary. Add a face on a pizza, meatball or cookie and boom – Halloween has made it to your plate. Here are a few recipes:
Candy corn parfait To make a yummy and healthy candy corn shake, lay pineapple on the bottom of your cup, tangerine and oranges in the middle and layer the top with yogurt, coconut or banana.
Baba ‘Ghoulash’ Find a recipe for Baba Ganoush, a delicious creamy dip made of eggplant, and tell your guests they are eating “Baba Ghoulash” (see photo above and middle).
Slime Add an avocado, kale, spinach or another green treat to turn your favorite fruit smoothie into slime. To make the slime even scarier pour the drink into plastic cups and draw a spooky face. You can
also get creative with food coloring. Make a cheese fondue and add green dye to make a yummy treat into slime (see photo top and right). The fondue will gross out dinner guests, but still taste great.
an English muffin. Place two olives for eyes and then cut mozzarella in thin strips and cover muffins like the “cloths of a mummy.” Cook the pizza until the cheese is melted.
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Pizza mummies from spoonful.com (see photo above). What you’ll need: English muffins Pizza sauce Black olives Scallions Red or green pepper Cheese sticks or slices Heat the oven to 350º degrees. For each mummy, spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce onto half of
Spider deviled eggs from ivillage.com uses olives to make the eight-legged creatures (see photo above). In a bowl mix: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (if you want to shake things up). 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika, plus more for garnish Cut boiled eggs in half. Cut out yolks and add to mayo mix. Spoon filling back into egg whites. Then cut olives to look like spiders as the finishing touch.
Halloween recipes from Sounder readers Pretzel bark Stephanie Madsen Larson recommends chocolate pretzel bark. Lay mini pretzels in one layer in a parchment covered baking sheet. Melt two sticks of butter and boil while stirring for five minutes. Pour over pretzels and bake at 350 degrees for five minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle about one and a half cup of chocolate chips on top. Put the treat back in oven for one minute. Remove, smear chocolate on top, and sprinkle some sea or regular salt on top. Let it cool and put in freezer two hours. Break into pieces while frozen and enjoy this delicious dessert. Corn chowder Suzanne Olson shares her corn chowder recipe. “It is a favorite family tradition before trick-or-treating on a crisp October night,” she says. In 3 tablespoons olive oil, saute: 1/2 onion, chopped 1/2 cup celery, chopped 3 teaspoons parsley, chopped Add and simmer: 1 cup raw, diced potatoes 2 cups chicken stock 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoons paprika When potatoes are tender (about 30 minutes), combine: 1/2 cup milk 3 tbsp flour and add to the potato mixture. Add: 1-1/2 cups milk 2 cups frozen whole kernel corn Heat but do not boil. Serve topped with grated sharp cheddar. And enjoy.
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Initiative 522 – badly written, costly and misleading Consumers would pay higher grocery prices
“Labeling needs to be done the right way, and I-522 falls short.” Everett Herald Editorial, 10/16/13
“Economic studies show I-522 would increase grocery prices for Washington families by hundreds of dollars per year.” Dan Newhouse, Former Director Washington State Department of Agriculture
“[I-522] would confuse rather than inform, so voters should reject this poorly worded and deceptive initiative.” The Olympian Editorial, 10/22/13
Many food labels would be false and inaccurate “Initiative 522 is so badly written it would require some foods to be labeled as genetically engineered, even if they're not. It would give consumers misleading information.” Ken Eikenberry, Former Washington State Attorney General
I-522’s labeling policies are unsupported by science “The information on food labels should be factual and reliable, but I-522 would provide inconsistent and misleading information and is unsupported by current nutrition research.” Sarah Zarelli, R.D., M.Ed. Registered Dietitian, Pediatrics, King County
“Washington voters and consumers can serve their best interests by voting No on I-522.” Seattle Times Editorial, 10/5/13
“I-522 doesn’t live up to its own truth-inpackaging claims.” Tacoma News Tribune Editorial, 10/6/13
“Exemptions for everything from dairy and beef products to restaurant foods render much of I-522 meaningless to consumers.” The Spokesman-Review Editorial, 10/22/13
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Four orca whales missing from the pod by SCOTT RASMUSSEN Journal editor
What only a few short years ago appeared to be an upswing in the population now seems like fleeting good fortune in the upagain, down-again saga of the southern resident killer whales. With four members missing and presumed dead, the population has fallen to 80 animals, according to the Center for Whale Research. The population totaled 88 in 2010. Center Director Ken Balcomb, citing this year's dismal return of Chinook salmon to the Fraser River, maintains that a combination of dwindling food supply and toxic materials accumulated in the blubber of the whales is largely to blame for the latest disappearances and drop in numbers. Without enough prey to satisfy nutritional needs, Balcomb said whales draw on blubber for fuel and that toxins are then released into their circulatory system in highly concentrated levels. “All whales use blubber as sort of a freezer storage area,” he said. “The PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) go from parts per billion
to parts per million when they start drawing on the bank account of blubber, and, just like in humans, it affects the immune system, the nervous system, the reproductive system. It’s what happens when you have bad years for fish.” The center, which maintains a census of the southern resident killer whales for the National Marine Fisheries Service, will list three whales missing in its 2013 survey, all from L-pod. The three are: L-2, a female, estimated age of 53, L-26 a female, estimated age of 57, and L-79 a male born in 1989. The census does not include J-8, a female whose age the center estimates at 80, and which appears to be the latest casualty. Also known as “Spieden,” J-8 was not among other members of J-pod when the group showed up en masse about a week ago off the west side of San Juan Island. Center senior research assistant Erin Heydenreich said the 80-year-old female had shown telltale signs of declining health, shrinkage of tissues around head – commonly referred to as “peanut head” – over the past two years.
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The southern Rresidents consist of three pods, J, K and L. Called “residents” because they spend a majority of the year in the waters of the Salish Sea, these pods are considered endangered by the U.S. and Canada. Their population, believed to have been historically in the high 100s, was decimated by captures for marine parks, which ended in the 1970s, followed by pollution and declining salmon populations. The whales' population plummeted to 71 by 1973, climbed to 99 in 1995, then plummeted to 79 six years later. The population rebounded to 80 in 2002, 83 in 2003, 89 in 2005, and has seesawed around 88 since then. The whales were declared endangered by the U.S. and Canada in 2005. Some orca advocates insist there's greater concern for the long-term health of the population than just the decline in overall headcount. Based on a study of the center’s survey, Orca Relief Citizens’ Alliance cites a sharp decline in the number of breeding-age females and males, down 24 percent since 2004, and 26 percent
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L-79, who is missing, swims along side his mother, L-22. Center Director Ken Balcomb, citing this year’s dismal return of Chinook salmon to the Fraser River, maintains that a combination of dwindling food supply and toxic materials accumulated in the blubber of the whales is largely to blame for the latest disappearances and drop in numbers. since 2009, respectively. However, the next generation of breeding females, 3-15 years of age, has fallen even faster, down 39 percent since 2000, according to Orca Relief. “Our new analysis suggests that the greatest danger to the population is much more serious than indicated by total headcount, as the breeding female population, today and tomorrow, plunges at an alarming rate,” Orca Relief Executive Director Bruce Stedman said in a press release. “We are concerned that if additional protective steps are not
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might rest and hunt more efficiently. Meanwhile, Balcomb said the answer to whales’ survival is simple, even if the equation is complicated: more fish. “If we could keep lots of fish out there, even if they’re toxic, we wouldn’t have this problem with the Southern Residents heading down this road to extinction,” he said. “It would take some adjustments in lifestyles, but we’re humans, we can fix it. It can be done.”
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Kids and parents are invited to stop by the meeting room at the Orcas Island Public Library to show off their costumes and trick-ortreat for a book from 3 to 6 p.m. Come in and pick out a book and have your picture taken. Books are made possible through a grant from the Friends of the Orcas
Island Library. KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY: Face painting, hot spiced apple cider, treats and more, 4 to 6 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall. HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY:
Annual Halloween dance and more at the Odd Fellows. Free film showing of “Them!” at 7 p.m. Music and dancing begins at 8:30 p.m. with music from the Red Tide and Sandfleas. Prizes for best costumes.
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Parish of Orcas Island Eastsound (by the water) • 376-2352 Rev. Wray MacKay & Rev. Kate Kinney SUNDAYS: Holy Eucharist 1st Sunday in month - 10:00 am Other Sundays - 8:00 & 10 am Church School THURSDAYS: 12 noon Bible Workbench & Holy Eucharist
FRANKENSTEIN: If you are a Benedict Cumberbatch fan, horror and gothica fan, National Theatre Live fan, or just a theater fan, come over to Orcas Center to see NT Live’s Encore performance of “Frankenstein” at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults, $13 students, $2 off for Orcas Center members, and may be purchased at www.orcascenter.org or by calling 376-2281 ext. 1. HAUNTED FIRE STATION: Check out Orcas Fire’s Haunted Station at the Eastsound Fire Station, 4 to 7 p.m., goodie bags with a glow stick or bracelet will be provided.
FRI., NOV. 1 OPEN LENS: Opening recetion for fall exhibit of local photographers’ work, 5:30 p.m., Orcas Center. It will be on display throughout November. Dianne Kornberg, Obstruction Island artist/photographer, will lead an illustrated discussion on the everchanging nature of the photographic medium.
MON. – ONGOING ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. AL-ANON: 7 p.m., 197 Main Street, Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church.
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LIBRARY STORY TIMES: 11 a.m., Library children’s room.
AA FOR WOMEN: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Benson Hall, Emmanuel. AA FOR MEN: 7-8 p.m. Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. KIWANIS: Tuesdays, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Community Church Family Center.
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 8 to 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. Last Saturday of the month, AA potluck, Emmanuel Parish Hall, 6 p.m. ISLESHARE TIMEBANK: For orientations, call Morgan Meadows at 376-9213.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. ADULT VOLLEYBALL: Adult rec volleyball moves indoors. Play every Sunday, Wednesday, 7 to 9 p.m., Old Gym. Cost is $2. Sponsored by Orcas Park and Rec.
WEDS. – ONGOING ADULT VOLLEYBALL: Adult rec volleyball is moving indoors for the winter. Play every Sunday and Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Old Gym. Cost is $2. Sponsored by Orcas Park and Rec. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. LIONS CLUB: Weekly lunch, 11:45 a.m., Legion.
THURS. – ONGOING AL-ANON: 5:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 p.m., Orcas Longhouse, 236 Prune Aly, Eastsound. LIBRARY STORY TIMES: 11 a.m., Library children’s room, for ages three-six.
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The Orcas Choral Society will present “Gloria!” during its winter concert early this December. Inspired by Vivaldi’s most popular choral work, the program features “Gloria” with instrumental accompaniment and a variety of holiday music designed to please and delight. This year’s concerts are at Orcas Center on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 for adults and $5 for children at www.orcascenter.org or call 376-2281. For further information, visit www.orcaschoralsociety.org, or info@orcaschoralsociety.org or call Cynthia at 376-4355.
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SAN JUAN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICES San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY CITIMORTGAGE, INC., its successors in interest and/or assigns, Plaintiff, v. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF THOMAS M. SMYTHE, DECEASED; and Occupants of the Premises, Defendants. The Superior Court of San Juan County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of San Juan County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action. If developed the property address is: 655 Hunt Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 am Date: Friday, November 22, 2013 Place: Inside Main Entrance, San Juan County Courthouse, 96 Second St., Friday Harbor, WA For any questions contact the Sheriff at the address below. ROB NOU, SHERIFF, SAN JUAN COUNTY KIM OTT, CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY PO Box 669, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 360-378-4151 LOT 20, PLAT OF CEDAR HILL ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 5 OF PLATS, PAGE 31, RECORDS OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel Number: 351363020
LEGAL NO. SJ519768 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 23, 30, November 6, 13, 2013. IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY J. BRUCE SMITH, TRUSTEE OF THE E. JAMES HUDSON TRUST DATED 8/2/93, Plaintiff, v. ROXANNE CHRISTENSEN, an individual, ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT, and the STATE OF WASHINGTON, Defendants. The Superior Court of San Juan County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of San Juan County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 am Date: Friday, November 15, 2013 Place: Inside Main Entrance, San Juan County Courthouse, 96 Second St., Friday Harbor, WA For any questions contact the Sheriff at the address below. ROB NOU, SHERIFF, SAN JUAN COUNTY KIM OTT, CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY PO Box 669, Friday Harbor, WA
98250 360-378-4151 Parcel A The East 328.20 feet of the West 656.40 feet of the North 531.30 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, Section 22, Township 35 North, Range 3 West, W.M., San Juan Island, County of San Juan, State of Washington. (Also known as Parcel 3A of the Hudson 40) Parcel B The West 328.20 feet of the North 531.30 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, Section 22, Township 35 North, Range 3 West, W.M., San Juan Island, County of San Juan, State of Washington. (Also known as Parcel 4A of the Hudson 40) Parcel C An easement for roadway and utility purposes over, across and under a portion of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said easement to be forty (40) feet in width lying twenty (20) feet on each side of the following described centerline: Commencing at the Northwest Corner of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence along with Westerly boundary of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter South 0°00’57” East, 633.82 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING of said centerline, said easement beginning at said Westerly boundary; thence leaving said boundary and along said centerline North
89°56’38” East, 41.09 feet to the P.C. of a circular curve to the left, having a central angle of 90°53’50” and a radius of 50.00 feet; thence Easterly, Northeasterly and Northerly along said curve 79.32 feet to the P.T., said point also being the P.C. of reverse circular curve to the right having a central angle of 91°16’47” and a radius of 50.00 feet; thence Northerly, Northeasterly and Easterly along said curve 79.66 feet to the P.T., said point being a point on the Southerly boundary of the North 531.30 feet of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence along the Southerly boundary of the said North 531.30 feet South 89°40’24” East, 302.80 feet to a point designated as Point “I” for reference purposes; thence continuing South 89°40’24” East, 540.49 feet to the Southeast corner of the West 984.60 feet to the said North 531.30 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said point being the Point of Termination of said centerline and said easement; ALSO an easement for roadway and utility purposes over, across and under a portion of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said easement to be within the circumference of circle having a radius of sixty (60) feet, the center of said circle being the Point of Termination of the above described easement centerline; AND ALSO an easement for roadway and utility purposes over, across and under a portion of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said easement to be forty
(40) feet in width lying twenty (20) feet on each side of the following described centerline: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of the North 531.30 feet of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence Easterly along the Southerly boundary of the said North 531.30 feet to a point on the Easterly boundary of the West 444.13 feet of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said point being designated as Point “I” for reference purposes, said point also being the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING of the centerline to be described; thence leaving said Southerly boundary and Southerly along the Easterly boundary of the said West 444.13 feet to the Northeast Corner of the South 391.95 feet to the West 444.13 feet of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said point being the Point of Termination of said centerline; AND ALSO an easement for roadway and utility purposes over, across and under a portion of the said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, said easement to be within the circumference of a circle having a radius of sixty (60) feet, the center of said circle being the Point of Termination of the above described easement centerline. LEGAL NO. SJ519479 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 2013.
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SAN JUAN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICES San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 the San Juan County Council enacted the following ordinance: ORDINANCE No. 15-2013: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROCEDURES RELATING TO DANGEROUS DOGS AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS DOGS IN SAN JUAN COUNTY CODE CHAPTER 6.08 Summary: This ordinance amends San Juan County Code provisions in Chapter 6.08 related to dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs. The ordinance accomplishes three things. First, the ordinance replaces the existing standard for final declarations that a dog is a potentially dangerous dog with a preponderance of the evidence standard. Second, the ordinance replaces the existing standard for final declarations that a dog is a dangerous dog with a preponderance of the evidence standard. Third, the ordinance amends requirements for appeals to establish that there is no appeal fee for appeals to District Court of notices of disposition to euthanize a dog or final orders declaring a dog dangerous or potentially dangerous. The ordinance is filed at the office of the County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA. The ordinance may be inspected and copies obtained 24 hours a day at the County website at www.sanjuanco.com/council/ordinances.aspx or at the Council offices during each business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. For more information please contact the Clerk of the County Council at (360) 3707470. This notice of adoption serves as the notice of publication required by RCW 36.70A.290(2). Legal No. SJ523230 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, 2013. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SIX-YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 2014 - 2019 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on a Resolution Approving the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program 2014-2019. The public hearing will be held in the Council Hearing Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Tuesday, Nov 5, 2013 beginning at 9:00 AM. The hearing may be continued from time to time and place to place as may be desired by the Council without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed Resolution. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Council will deliberate and consider modifications to the Resolution that are proposed by members of the public, county employees or the Council. The proposed Resolution may then be adopted with or without modifications. All persons wishing to be heard on this matter are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the hearing by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please deliver 8 copies of all written comments to the Clerk of the San Juan County Council at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor or mail to 355 Court Street#1, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The Resolution is filed at the Office of the County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA and may be inspected and copies obtained at the Council offices during each business day between the
hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Resolution may also be viewed 24 hours a day at the County website at http://www.sanjuanco.com/council/displayagenda.aspx#home. A copy of the proposed Resolution will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact the Clerk of the County Council at 360-370-7470 and/or Rachel E. Dietzman, P.E., County Engineer at 360-370-0509. Legal No. SJ521813 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 23, 30, 2013. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CHANGES TO SAN JUAN COUNTY ADOPTED BUDGET FOR 2013 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on 2 proposed Ordinances: Ordinance Revising County Budget for Supplemental Appropriations; and Ordinance Revising County Budget for Emergency Appropriations. The public hearing will be held in the Council Hearing Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 beginning at 9:15 AM. The hearing may be continued from time to time and place to place as may be desired by the Council without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed Ordinances. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Council will deliberate and consider modifications to the Ordinances that are proposed by members of the public, county employees or the Council. The proposed Ordinances may then be adopted with or without modifications. SUMMARY: The Ordinance Revising County Budget for Supplemental Appropriations adds supplemental appropriations in the amount of $433,061. The Ordinance Revising County Budget for Emergency Appropriations increases the County emergency appropriations in various funds by a total of approximately $1,032,067. All persons wishing to be heard on this matter are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the hearing by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please deliver 8 copies of all written comments to the Clerk of the San Juan County Council at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor or mail to 355 Court Street#1, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The Ordinances are filed at the Office of the County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA and may be inspected and copies obtained at the Council offices during each business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Ordinance may also be viewed 24 hours a day at the County website at http://www.sanjuanco.com/Council/PendingOrdinances.aspx. A copy of the proposed Ordinance/Resolution will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact the Clerk of the County Council at 360370-7472 and/or County Auditor Milene Henley at 360-370-7558. Legal No. SJ523232 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, November 6, 2013. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SAN JUAN COUNTY CODE CHAPTER 8.06, RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE SAN JUAN COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH REGARDING WELLS AND WATER SYSTEMS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Board of Health will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on a proposed ordinance Amending San Juan County Code Chapter 8.06, Rules and Regulations of the San Juan County Board of Health Regarding Wells and Water Systems. The public hearing will be held in the Large Conference Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Wednesday November 13, 2013 beginning at 11:30 a.m. The hearing may be continued from time to time and place to place as may be desired by the Board without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed ordinance. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Board will deliberate and consider modifications to the ordinance that are proposed by members of the public, the county employees or Board members. The proposed ordinance may then be adopted with or without modifications. The following is a summary of the proposed ordinance. This ordinance makes a number of changes to regulations regarding wells and water systems, with a focus on updating the code to reflect current requirements and establish standards for Group B water systems. The amendments clarify general requirements for Group B water systems including jurisdictional authority. The ordinance establishes new design report approval, source approval, groundwater quality, design standard, reliability, on-going routine monitoring, drinking water materials and additives, distribution system, disinfection system, continuity of service, operating and maintenance, and recordkeeping and reporting requirements for Group B water systems. The ordinance adds a section regarding existing Group B systems, establishes approval status and compliance requirements for Group B water systems, and modifies the Group B annual permit period of validity. Group B and other public water system general requirements are amended and specific requirements related to Lopez Village and certain large systems are deleted or relocated. The ordinance amends regulations for when designer certification or a licensed engineer is needed, amends wording for site approval of individual wells, amends construction standards, and adds and amends regulations for construction in a public system service area or urban growth area. The ordinance amends source capacity requirements for subdivisions and adds seawater treatment as an option for subdivisions, and also amends water availability requirements for simple land divisions. The ordinance clarifies the water availability requirements for building permits. The ordinance will add, clarify and modify several definitions applicable to water wells and water systems. The ordinance repeals San Juan County Code (SJCC) section 8.06.135 and modifies the list of appendices to SJCC Chapter 8.06. All persons wishing to be heard on this matter are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the hearing by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please send 9 copies of all written comments to the San Juan County Board of Health at PO Box 607 Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The ordinance is on file at the office of the Health & Community Services, 145 Rhone Street, Friday Harbor, WA. The ordinance may be inspected and copies obtained 24 hours a day at the County website at www.sanjuanco.com or at the Health & Community Services offices during each business day between the hours of
8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. A copy of the proposed ordinance will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact Mark Tompkins or Vicki Heater at 360-378-4474 Legal No. SJ523305 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, November 6, 2013. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE: AN ORDINANCE REGARDING ON-SITE SEWAGE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM CHARGE FOR MANAGEMENT OF ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Board of Health will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on a proposed ordinance regarding onsite sewage operation and maintenance program charge for management of on-site sewage disposal systems. The public hearing will be held in the Large Conference Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington, on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, beginning at 11:30 a.m. The hearing may be continued from time to time and place to place as may be desired by the Board without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed ordinance. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Board will deliberate and consider modifications to the ordinance that are proposed by members of the public, the county employees or Board members. The proposed ordinance may then be adopted with or without modifications. The following is a summary of the proposed ordinance. The proposed ordinance will establish an On-site Sewage Operation and Maintenance Program Charge upon parcels within the unincorporated areas of San Juan County. Parcels that are not developed, not served by an on-site sewage treatment and disposal system, or served by a larger on-site sewage system not regulated by the county are exempted from the program charge. The ordinance establishes a rate per parcel for 2014 and provides for adjustments to the rate each year based on the cost of the administration and operation of the on-site sewage program management plan. The ordinance also provides for administration and appeals of the charge. All persons wishing to be heard on this matter are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the hearing by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please send 9 copies of all written comments to the San Juan County Board of Health at PO Box 607 Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The ordinance is on file at the office of the Health & Community Services, 145 Rhone Street, Friday Harbor, WA. The ordinance may be inspected and copies obtained 24 hours a day at the County website at www.sanjuanco.com or at the Health & Community Services offices during each business day between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. A copy of the proposed ordinance will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact Mark Tompkins at 360-378-4474. Legal No. SJ Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, November 6, 2013.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCES OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON, SETTING THE PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE COUNTY ROAD FUND, THE CURRENT EXPENSE FUND, AND THE LAND CONSERVATION FUTURES, AND TO CONSIDER UP TO A 1% INCREASE IN THESE LEVIES FOR 2014; AND TO SET THE SAN JUAN COUNTY ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 2014 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on proposed Ordinances setting the Property tax Levy for the County Road Fund, the Current Expense Fund, and the Land Conservation Futures and to Consider Up to a 1% Increase in these Levies for 2014; and to Set the ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 2014. The public hearing will be held in the Council Hearing Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Tuesday, November 05, 2013 beginning at 9:15 AM. The hearing may be continued from time to time and place to place as may be desired by the Council without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed Ordinances. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Council will deliberate and consider modifications to the Ordinances that are proposed by members of the public, county employees, or the Council. The proposed Ordinances may then be adopted with or without modifications. 1. County Current Expense Fund Levy Ordinance Summary: The proposed Ordinance sets the property tax levy for County Current Expense Fund at $5,270,161.85, which is an increase of $44,692.72 and is 0.8553 percent over the previous year’s actual levy. This amount is exclusive of any additional revenue resulting from new construction, improvements to property, increases in the value of state-assessed property and refunds made. 2. Land Conservation Futures Levy Ordinance Summary: The proposed Ordinance sets the property tax levy for Land Conservation Futures at $288,532.97 which is an increase of $4,527.54 and is 1.5942 percent over the previous year’s actual levy. This increase is exclusive of any additional revenue resulting from new construction, improvements to property, increases in the value of stateassessed property and refunds made. 3. County Roads Levy Ordinance Summary: The proposed Ordinance sets the property tax levy for Roads at $4,240,449.88 which is an increase of $36,476.11 and is 0.8677 percent over the previous year’s actual levy. This increase is exclusive of any additional revenue resulting from new construction, improvements to property, increases in the value of state-assessed property and refunds made. 4. Annual Budget for 2014 Summary: The annual budget of the County of San Juan, Washington for the year 2014, as set forth in Exhibits A and B attached to the Ordinance, which references a total estimate of revenues of $53,326,315 and estimated expenditures of $53,326,315 for all Funds combined. All persons wishing to be heard on these matters are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the hearings by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please deliver 8 copies of all written comments to the Clerk of the San Juan County Council at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor or mail to 350 Court Street #1, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The proposed Ordinances are filed at the Office of the
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County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA and may be inspected and copies obtained at the Council offices during each business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Ordinances may also be viewed 24 hours a day at the County website at www.sanjuanco.com. A copy of the proposed Ordinances will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact the Clerk of the County Council (360) 370-7470 and/or the Auditor at (360) 378-3356 and/or the County Auditor at 360-378-3356. Legal No. SJ521817 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 23, 30, 2013.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SAN JUAN COUNTY CODE CHAPTER 8.16, RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE SAN JUAN COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH REGARDING ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Board of Health will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on a proposed ordinance amending San Juan County Code Chapter 8.16, Rules and Regulations of the San Juan County Board of Health Regarding On-site Sewage Disposal. The public hearing will be held in the Large Conference Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington, on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, beginning at 11:30 a.m. The hearing may be continued from time to time and place to place as may be
desired by the Board without additional written notice. At the hearing, members of the public will be invited to speak and/or provide written statements regarding the proposed ordinance. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Board will deliberate and consider modifications to the ordinance that are proposed by members of the public, the county employees or Board members. The proposed ordinance may then be adopted with or without modifications. The following is a summary of the proposed ordinance. The proposed amendments repeal language regarding Larger On-site Sewage Systems and provide for exemptions as these systems are now regulated by the State Department of Health. In addition, the amendment modifies the on-site sewage operation maintenance enforcement provisions.
All persons wishing to be heard on this matter are encouraged to attend. Written comments may be submitted in advance of the hearing by mail or at the hearing by delivery in person. Please send 9 copies of all written comments to the San Juan County Board of Health at PO Box 607 Friday Harbor, WA 98250. The ordinance is on file at the office of the Health & Community Services, 145 Rhone Street, Friday Harbor, WA. The ordinance may be inspected and copies obtained 24 hours a day at the County website at www.sanjuanco.com or at the Health & Community Services offices during each business day between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. A copy of the proposed ordinance will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact Mark Tompkins at 360-378-4474. Legal No. SJ523306 Published: The Journal of the San
Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, November 6, 2013. NOTICE OF REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING: The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on Friday, November 1, at the Djarf Cabin, 899 West Side Road, San Juan Island. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. Public comment time is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. The public is welcome at every monthly Land Bank Commission meeting. Judy Cumming San Juan County Land Bank 350 Court Street #6 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Legal No. SJ523028 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, 2013.
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Wyndham Resort c/o Ankrom Moisan, Richard Council Hearing Heiserman, 6720 SW Hearing 12/11/13 8/21/13 10/14/13 Bldg. Exempt 11/29/13 Examiner Macadam Ave #10, Room Portland, OR 97219 SEPA Determination: San Juan County has determined that the projects SEPA Comments: Anyone desiring Application Comments: Any file may be NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner noted above with a DNS or MDNS will not have probable significant adverse to comment on the Threshold examined by appointment during regular business meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in the impacts on the environment and has issued a Threshold Determination Determination can do so by hours at the San Juan County CD&P, Courthouse Islanders Bank Admin. Building downstairs meeting pursuant to Sections 197-11-310 and 197-11-340 WAC. An Environmental submitting a written statement to Annex, Friday Harbor. Anyone desiring to room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor. Planning Impact Statement will not be required under Section 43.21C.030 (2)(c) RCW. CD&P, P. O. Box 947 (135 Rhone comment on the Notice of Application can do so by Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person This determination was made after review of the environmental checklist and Street), Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 no submitting a written statement to CD&P no later desiring to comment prior to the hearing shall submit a other environmental information on file at Community Development and later than the comment date specified than the end date for project comments specified statement in writing to CD&P, PO Box 947, Friday Planning (CD&P). The County has determined that the requirements for above. The Threshold Determination above. Anyone who desires to provide testimony Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may also be environmental analysis, protection, and mitigation measures have been may be appealed by submitting a in the public hearing or desires a copy of the submitted at the hearing. A copy of the staff report for adequately addressed in the development regulations and comprehensive written statement of appeal along with decision for this project may do so by requesting this hearing may be obtained generally 7 days prior to plan adopted under Chapter 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local, the basis for the appeal and a fee to such from CD&P. A copy of the staff report for this the public hearing from CD&P at the address above. state, or federal laws or rules, as provided by Section 43.21C.240 RCW and CD&P within 21 days after the end of project may be obtained from CD&P generally 7 * As directed by applicant, per UDC18.80.030.A.3.f Section 197-11-158 WAC, or as may be conditioned within any MDNS. the SEPA comment period. days prior to the public hearing. ** Per UDC 18.80.030.B.
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NOTICE OF DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner decisions are posted on the County website at: sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx LEGAL NO. SJ907272 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder, OCTOBER 30, 2013
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN In Re: The Estate Of LLOYD EUGENE PINNEO, Deceased. NO. 13-4-05061-5 NONPROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.42.030 The notice agent named below has elected to give notice to creditors of the above-named decedent. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this notice with the court, the notice agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as notice agent or of the appointment of a personal representative of the decedent’s estate in the state of Washington. According to the records of the court as are available on the date of the filing of this notice with the court, a cause number regarding the decedent has not been issued to any other notice agent and a personal representative of the decedent’s estate has not been appointed. 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 11.42.070 by serving on or mailing to the notice agent or the notice agent’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
notice agent’s declaration and oath were filed. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the notice agent served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.42.020(2)(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 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: 10/30/2013 The notice agent declares under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of Washington on October 22, 2103, at Eastsound, Washington, that the foregoing is true and correct. Signature of Notice Agent Notice Agent: H. Adele Pinneo Attorney for the Notice Agent: D e r ek Mann Address for Mailing: P.O. Box 399, Eastsound, WA 98245 Address for Personal Service: 2 9 6 A Street, Eastsound, WA 98245 Agent’s oath and declaration filed in San Juan County Superior Court Cause No. 13-4-05061-5. Legal No. S523017 Published: The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, November 6, 13, 2013.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SAN JUAN COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate: CHARLES E. OWEN, Deceased Probate No. 13 4 05064 0 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 attorneys of record at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty (30) 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 (4) 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 RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 16, 2013. Mary Anne Owen, Personal Representative c/o Law Offices of William J. Weissinger 425-B Caines Street Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Attorneys for Personal Representative William J. Weissinger, WSBA #19332 Mimi M. Wagner, WSBA #36377 425-B Caines Street Friday Harbor, WA 98250 LEGAL NO. S519179 Published: The Islands’ Sounder, October 16, 23, 30, 2013.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Port of Orcas will hold a public hearing to consider/adopt the general fund and capital projects fund budgets for 2014 as part of the rescheduled regular meeting on November 7, 2013 at 6:00pm in the conference room of the terminal at the Orcas Island Airport. Legal No. S523241 Published: The Islands’ Sounder. October 30, November 6, 2013.
Public Notice The Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting for consideration of the proposed 2014 budget at the regular Meeting to be held beginning at 4PM, Thursday, November 14, 2012 at the Eastsound Firehall, Mt. Baker Road Eastsound, Washington. Legal No. S521529 Published: The Islands’ Sounder. October 23, 30, 2013. PUBLIC NOTICE The Port of Orcas will discuss the 2014 budget during the rescheduled regular meeting now set for November7 in the conference room of the terminal at the Orcas Island Airport. Legal No. S523238 Published: The Islands’ Sounder
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