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Real Estate in the
San Juan Islands November 2013
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NEWS | Human error caused ferry collision [3] COMMENTARY | Fire Chief’s monthly news report [5] ARTS | Final local showcase at Orcas Center [9]
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CenturyLink fixes cable; answers community questions
State commission to investigate the outage by COLLEEN SMITH ARMSTRONG Editor/Publisher
When communications technology is interrupted, residents of the San Juans are thrust into uncertainty. After a CenturyLink underwater cable was severed on Nov. 5, islanders experienced that unnerving feeling for nearly a week. Telephone, 911 and internet service was down for many citizens until a temporary fix was put in place with the aid of OPALCO. On Nov. 15, crews installed a five-foot splice onto the severed cable, and by 9:30 a.m., services were fully restored. The line will continue to be monitored. “We don’t believe we will ever know what exactly happened,” said CenturyLink Regional President Brian Stading, who led a forum at the Orcas Senior Center
on Nov. 14. “There are no anchor drag marks and it is very unlikely a current would be able to cause it.” Early reports indicated that an earthquake caused the break, but Stading says it now seems unlikely due to lack of evidence.
The investigation
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The Washington State Utilities and Transportation Commission announced on Nov. 16 that it will open an investigation into the CenturyLink voice and data service outage that affected the San Juans for 10 days. “I am extremely pleased that the Utilities and Transportation Commission will do a formal investigation on the CenturyLink outage, as it will allow us to understand exactly the cause and response to this crisis,”
Library profile
Martin Arnold
Above: CenturyLink Regional President Brian Stading. Right: A barge near Lopez working on the cable. Senator Kevin Ranker said. The commission is the state agency in charge of regulating the rates and services of telephone companies operating in Washington, as well as promoting a competitive telecommunications marketplace. It is the commission’s responsibility to ensure that regulated companies provide safe and reliable service
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to customers at reasonable rates, while allowing them the opportunity to earn a fair profit. The commission does not regulate the rates of broadband, cellular, cable or internet services. “We recognize this outage caused serious disruption and inconvenience to the people of the San Juan Islands,” said David Danner, UTC Chairman.
Editor’s note: The Orcas Island Library is hoping to embark on an expansion of its facility. In the next year, there will be public meetings, design work and fundraising for $700,000. As part of the library’s community outreach efforts, the Sounder is featuring profiles of staff members. by COLLEEN SMITH ARMSTRONG Editor/Publisher
Martin Arnold delights in helping islanders get the answers they need. “We do so much more than just recommending books,” he said. Patrons of the Orcas Island Library often ask Arnold for help with finding phone numbers, navigating websites and locating books without knowing the title or the author’s name. “Finding things out for people is the most fulfilling part of my job,” he said. Citing the huge range of people who walk through their doors, Arnold says, “Libraries are considered the most democratic of institutions.” Books have been a big part of Arnold’s life, but his career in library services is
“Our investigation will look into the cause of the outage, the company’s emergency preparedness and response, restoration efforts, and communication with the public.”
The outage The San Juan County Council unanimously declared “A State of
relatively new. While he has been a life-long Washingtonian, Arnold had never visited the San Juans. When he and his wife Loreen first came to Orcas in 2004, they immediately bought property. Yet after returning to their home in Silverton, Ore., they realized it was a mistake. “We thought we would never get jobs here,” he said. They were able to back out of the property deal, but just 18 months later, Loreen landed a job at Islanders Bank. Martin had planned to be a house husband, but a volunteer job at the library sparked a whole new direction for him. At the age of 51, he went back to school, earning his masters in library science from San Jose State’s online program. The degree covers all aspects of how the library is run from cataloguing to research to web design. “It gives you an understanding of how the theory of information works and more tools to better serve the public,” he said. Martin has a background in econom-
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Emergency within San Juan County, Washington” due to the outage’s severity. The cable was originally laid in 1999. Located at a depth of 280 feet approximately 5,000 feet from Lopez Island, after being severed, the cable was suspended along a rock face south of where it was first
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Video about Orcas More ‘Movember’ pics from islanders Wedding
Rock Island Media, an Orcas Island company, has created a promotional video entitled “A Beautiful Life – Orcas Island.” To view it, visit http://orcasislandchamber.com/.
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After last week’s Movember photos, more community members got into the action. Above left: The girls of Orcas Crossfit. Above tight: Donna Laslo and her niece. Movember is a national event to raise awareness of prostate cancer and other male health issues. To see more photos, visit www.islandssounder.com and click on the “news” tab.
Esther Noelle Olson married Jacobus Richard Slee on Oct. 28 in Sacred Heart Cathedral in Bendigo, Australia.
If it matters to you It matters to us
Local film in Bellingham festival Conrad Wrobel and Bruce Bosley are Eastoundbased filmmakers. Their company, Rumored Productions, offers a “How To Make A Zombie Movie Class,” a program for children ages eight to 12.
Their short film, “Little Dead Riding Hood,” featuring these students, will be playing in Bellingham and Lynnwood on Nov. 22. “Little Dead Riding Hood” is a twist on the classic fairy tale. It will be showing as part of the Washington State Studio Networks seasonal showcase of local short films. The showcase includes other short films from Washington citizens in categories such as documentaries, music videos, commercials, experimental and student (18 and under) productions. The festival highlights artists and films from Seattle, Tacoma, Richland,
A scene from the short film “Little Dead Riding Hood.” Bellingham and the San Juans. Visit http://www.
bellinghamfilmfestivals. com/ for more information.
NOVEMBER 2013
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DECEMBER 2013
6-8, 13-15, 20-22 ~ Christmas Lighting Festival 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, & 22 ~ “It’s a Wonderful Life” 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 ~ Bronn and Katherine Journey Concerts 5, 6, 13, 15 ~ Christmas in the Mountains 2, 3, 9, 10 ~ Marlin Handbell Ringers
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Students at honor festival Eight musicians from Orcas High School’s String and Band Classes attended this year’s Senior Honor Festival at Blaine High School on Nov. 4. Presented by the San Juan Music Educators Association, the festival hosted some of the top musicians (248 students from 17 northwest area high schools) at an all-day rehearsal, concluding with a concert by choir, orchestra and band at Blaine School’s 756-seat Performing Arts Center. Representing Orcas Island in the Senior Honor
Orchestra were seven musicians from Pamela Wright’s High School Strings class: violinists Emy Carter, Paris Wilson and Michael Harlow; violists Brigid Ehrmantraut and Zach Waage; and cellists Anthony Kaskurs and Wylie Kau. The Orcas String students were thrilled to spend a day rehearsing under the baton of Adam Stern, the honor orchestra director. The Grammy Award-winning music director/conductor of the Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra and the Port Angeles Symphony, Stern is familiar to Orcas music fans
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Right: Strings Director Pamela Wright, Emy Carter, Brigid Ehrmantraut, Paris Wilson, Anthony Kaskurs, Wylie Kau, Zach Waage and Michael Harlow. Far right: Band Director Darren Dix and Kahana Pietsch. as a frequent performer and speaker at the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival. The Orchestra performed “Allegro Assai” from Concerto no. 9 in E minor by Tomaso Albinoni, “Beautiful Dreamer” by Steven Foster and “Brook
Green Suite” by Gustav Holst. The Orcas music program was honored by the selection of violinist Emy Carter as Concertmaster for the 47-member orchestra. Orcas Strings Director Pamela Wright also served as the festival’s honor orchestra chairwoman.
“It was an honor to help organize this event and have Adam Stern agree to work with our students. It was an amazing day,” said Wright. Trombonist Kahana Pietsch from Darren Dix’s High School Band class was selected to perform with the 103-member Senior
Honor Band, conducted by Christopher Bianco, Chair of the Department of Music and Director of Bands at Western Washington University. The Honor Band performed “His Honor March” by Henry Filmore, “Yorkshire Ballad” by James Barnes, the innovative “Snakes” by Thomas C. Duffy, and the rhythmically challenging “Chester” by William Schuman.
Human error caused ‘Hyak’ collision with sailboat A recent investigation concluded that human error was responsible for a collision Sept. 13 between Washington State Ferries vessel Hyak and a motor yacht. The incident happened at the confluence of Harney and Upright Channels in the San Juan Islands, where the Hyak’s starboard bow collided with the port quarter of the yacht. The sole occupant of the yacht Tasya was rescued by a nearby vessel and taken to Orcas Island. On the day of the incident, WSF convened a board of inquiry to inves-
tigate the collision. The board collected a wide array of data and information and spent more than 30 hours meeting to examine evidence and make its determination. According to the report, investigators determined this incident was avoidable as the Hyak had adequate time, equipment capability and “sea room” to avoid the collision. Weather, visibility, tides and currents were not factors in this incident. The report states that the root cause of this incident was human error due to lack of
situational awareness. “We conducted a thorough and detailed investigation into what happened and why,” said David Moseley, WSDOT assistant secretary, ferries division. “We’re now shifting our focus to making improvements to prevent future incidents.” The report provides six recommendations for system-wide improvements that could help prevent similar incidents: • All employees who act as a part of a navigational watch must
Last farmers’ market of season This Saturday will be the last Orcas Farmers’ Market of the season. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall. “This will be a busy market,” said Market Manager Jennifer Pietsch. “It is a great chance for folks to get produce for Thanksgiving and to get a jump on holiday shopping with our crafters.”
Holiday Festival of Arts
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Some of the offerings at last year’s Holiday Festival of the Arts at the senior center.
The Holiday Festival of Arts on Saturday, Nov. 30 will have 45 artists with a variety of merchandise, ranging from candles and jewelry to woodworking and glass etching. Some of the artisans are new to the fair this year. The event is at the Orcas Senior Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will also be a bake sale with coffee and hot cider as well as panini sandwiches for lunch. Santa will make his first appearance of the season from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be available for pictures. Admission is $1 or a donation to the Orcas Island Food Bank.
attend the WSF Bridge Team Management training program. • A refresher training program should be developed for officers in charge of a navigational watch. • The roles, responsibilities and duties of the newly assigned second mates on Super Class vessels should be formally incorporated into policies and procedures. • The relative roles and responsibilities should be defined for crewmembers in the performance of the “V” maneuver. • Voyage Data Recorders should
be considered on all WSF vessels. • The qualification process should be reviewed for quartermaster/helmsman duties. WSF is taking the necessary steps based on the investigative panel’s recommendations. The report has been referred to the director of operations as well as human resources for review. To read the full report, visit www.islandssounder.com and click on the news tab.
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Editorial
CenturyLink outage was a wake-up call
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e are over the worst of it now, and we need to focus on the future. There was a fair amount of anger and frustration expressed by islanders at CenturyLink’s public forum last week. There are very real health and safety concerns as well as economic consequences when our communications are interrupted. The situation is so serious that the Washington State Utilities and Transportation Commission will be opening an investigation into the voice and data service outage. During the session on Nov. 7, Orcas Senior Center Director Marla Johns spoke most poignantly as she described an elderly woman who was stranded on her floor for three days, unable to use her Lifeline Medical Alert because the phone lines were down. Until the temporary fix – facilitated with help from OPALCO – was put in place, 911 was inoperable in the islands for days. Many businesses were unable to use credit card machines and San Juan Islanders did not have internet for close to a week. What if there had been a winter storm during the outage? A major fire? A significant medical or criminal incident? CenturyLink representatives say the company is taking this issue very seriously and will be conducting a thorough study of how to implement a back-up plan. But as Councilman Rick Hughes said at the meeting, this larger than just one company and the county will be doing its own assessment. This is a discussion that needs to be had with county personnel as well as OPALCO, which has been looking at Broadband since 1999. This kind of outage has happened before. Fourteen years ago, the previous fiber-optic cable broke, disrupting telephone and internet communications. Although 911 service was restored within three hours, then-county commissioner John Evans, quoted in the Nov. 3, 1999 issue of the Journal of the San Juans, said, “This is a real wake-up call. We need a back-up system. The large issue is 911. We need to be able to respond quickly. We need to look at improving the microwave link.” Hughes is now echoing a similar sentiment. We sincerely hope the county makes headway this time. We strongly supported OPALCO moving forward with a Broadband project, and we were very disappointed when it was scaled back after not enough membership support earlier this year. Maybe after this recent incident there will be more community backing. Whether you agree with it or not, the reality is that we live in a time where just about everything is connected to technology. We must have additional resources in place for this kind of emergency.
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To the Editor: Get communications into 21st century In Deer Harbor, as in other parts of Orcas, there is either sub par or no cellular service. From all reports, the exercise a few months ago in emergency preparedness in Deer Harbor was a disaster, mostly due to the inability to communicate. While not a daily occurrence, the power outages and telephone outages on Orcas leading to Internet outages could result in a disaster. What will it take to get the communications on Orcas Island into this century? An emergency with the phones, the power, and the internet gone coupled with no cell service will result in a death that could have been avoided, or an event nobody will want to talk about. All the blathering and the studies and the gathering of data will not enable a real life and death event to be solved. I was off island last week. I could not call home in Deer Harbor. I could not call home in Deer Harbor on my cell phone. Half of my emails home did not get through. Rock Island reported that they offered equipment to CenturyLink to help bridge the internet that was still operating at half its capability, but CenturyLink refused the help. It’s way past a reasonable time to get action. Why do we deny the existence of a shadow of disaster looming over us? Mike Coughlin Deer Harbor
the “Twin Pagodas” adjacent to Landmark Inn in Eastsound. The original draft of this letter included phone numbers from the signs, with the thought that you may like to call them to request removal. If you want a number, you may contact me at wmg@orcasonline or get it from the sign. (Editor’s note: we do not run phone numbers without the owners’ permission.) Realtors can discourage the signage when presenting to sellers, showing statistically how technology (Internet) globally has changed the real estate market. Buyers have already done their homework before they physically look at properties with a broker. They surf the net, access MLS listings, gather public recorded information on properties, google the maps to name a few. When they arrive they do not need signs to directly locate properties. Sometimes they have a binder filled with the information! Wally Gilliam Orcas Island
Take down local real estate signs
Thank you for honoring Rosalyn Truett
One thing that contributes to Orcas’ pleasant rural atmosphere is the lack of real estate signs along our roadways. For this, we can thank our local realtors. (Would that our local politicians adopt a similar policy!) However, there is some backsliding. I have seen the below on routes I travel frequently; there are probably others: At the former Upper Tavern, at Orcas Village, near the West Sound Bridge on Deer Harbor Road, at
Circulation/ Nicole Matisse Duke Administrative Coordinator nmatisseduke@soundpublishing.com Marketing Artists Scott Herning sherning@soundpublishing.com Kathryn Sherman ksherman@soundpublishing.com Proof Reading Maura O’Neill
I want to publicly thank everyone who participated in the scattering and/or the celebration of life ceremony for my mom, Rosalyn Truett, on Nov. 7, 2013. I will never forget the stories so many of you shared with me on that day. It is truly a blessing to know how much she was loved while she was with us. I would also like to offer deep appreciation to “The Team” that helped to pull it all together and
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rallied to make mom’s last days not only peaceful, but fun: Marla Johns, Lori Gregg, Christine Meyer, Genae Kaltenbach, Caroline Scott, and Robin Duis. Thank you to “Miss Phoebe” – Bee stands in a gratitude class all her own. Bless you all. Jaimee Kaffka Fort Meade, Maryland
Thank you for veteran appreciation One of the most important events of this year was a “Veteran Appreciation Ceremony” that was conducted on Nov. 8 at Orcas Island Elementary School. Kathy Page, principal of the elementary school, expertly organized this celebration. Forty veterans attended the ceremony. In addition, more than 200 students from kindergarten through sixth grades participated. This observance began with presentation of colors (flag ceremony) by members of the Orcas Island American Legion. Then all stu-
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Orcas Has Talent dates Singer, dancers, musicians and performers of all kind, it's time to get your act together for Orcas Has Talent 2014. Organizers have just released the dates for the upcoming shows. The adult auditions and Orcas Has Talent Junior competition will be held on Jan. 18 at the Grange and the Finale Show is at Orcas
Center on Feb. 8. Orcas Has Talent is a feel good version of the popular TV show “America's Got Talent” and is a competition that showcases local singers, dancers, musicians, comedians and performers of all kinds. There is a panel of entertaining mentors but the winner will be chosen by audience vote and will take
home a $500 cash prize. The junior winner takes home $50 and gets the chance to compete with the adults. All net proceeds from the event will benefit the island youth leadership program Point Blank. For more information and to register, email orcashastalent@gmail.com.
Hughes to host town hall Orcas Councilman Rick Hughes will be hosting a town hall meeting for the community on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Eastsound Firehall.
LETTERS FROM 4 dents, veterans and their spouses recited the “Pledge of Allegiance” to our republic. Many students had written letters thanking veterans for their service. Three students read their letters during the event. Their writing and speaking skills made all those who attended proud that these young people expressed their sincere feelings. This was followed by superior singing by the fifth and sixth grade choir under the able leadership of Pam Wright. The main speaker was Mike Page who served in the 101st Airborne and explained his experiences while serving in Iraq.
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An important part of the ceremony was the professional performance of the Orcas Island Community Band, directed by Jim Schaffer-Bauck playing the “National Anthem,” “Liberty Bell March” and “Stars and Stripes Forever March. Councilman Rick Hughes gave an excellent speech thanking all veterans for their service to our nation. We commend Master of Ceremonies Kathy Page for her enthusiasm and dedication, which made this a superior ceremony. Plan to attend this event that will be held November 2014. Tom and Karen Ritter Orcas Island
Almanac TEMPERATURES, RAINFALL ORCAS High Low Precip Nov. 11 60 40 — Nov. 12 56 43 .07 Nov. 13 55 49 — Nov. 14 55 47 .12 Nov. 15 47 41 .74 Nov. 16 49 41 .21 Nov. 17 50 43 .06 Precipitation in November: 2.58” Precipitation in 2013: 24.00” Reported by John Willis, Olga
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SUNRISE, SUNSET Sunrise Sunset 7:29 a.m. 4:26 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 4:25 p.m. 7:32 a.m. 4:24 p.m. 7:33 a.m. 4:23 p.m. 7:35 a.m. 4:23 p.m. 7:36 a.m. 4:22 p.m. 7:37 a.m. 4:21 p.m.
Orcas Fire Chief’s report by KEVIN O’BRIEN Orcas Fire Chief
Orcas Island Fire and Rescue year to date responses have increased 14.1 percent. Compared to 2011, year to date responses have increased 29 percent. EMS calls are at 565 year to date; fire calls are at 219.
Notable alarms On Oct. 13, OIFR responded to the Raccoon Point neighborhood to assist Evans Funeral home with moving a deceased patient requiring a mortuary transport. On Oct. 18, there was a three-vehicle accident on Olga Road near the Ship Bay neighborhood. Two patients were treated for minor injuries and did not require transport off the island. On Nov. 1, OIFR assisted a 79-year-old male in cardiac arrest. Our personnel administered CPR and other comprehensive resuscitation efforts. Unfortunately, there was no return of spontaneous circulation from the patient who was pronounced dead at the scene. On Nov. 2, OIFR assisted the owners of Ray’s Pharmacy with a flooding problem caused by storm water run-off. Through cooperative efforts with the owners of Ray’s and San Juan County Public Works, damage to property was avoided and the flooding problem rectified. On Nov. 4, OIFR assisted a 70-year-old male who had sustained traumatic injuries from a fall of 15 feet from a
rock wall. The patient was treated and transported to St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Bellingham via Airlift Northwest.
District finances District Financial Officer Sally Kass resigned effective Oct. 15. To maintain continuity in financial operations, Mark Horaski, CPA, has been hired as a contract consultant. He is currently the director of finance and administration for the Valley Regional Fire Authority in Auburn, Wash. He has been hired as a contract consultant until Dec. 31 and is tasked with the following: • Conducting the duties of the district financial officer in daily operations • Assisting with developing the 2014 budget • Review and analysis of current financial systems and processes
• Assistance with the development of the OIFR long-term financial plan
Orcas Cares Orcas Cares is a partnership program created to assist seniors and disabled people. Orcas Cares volunteers help folks with the goal of preventing EMS calls and keeping people at home. Our partners include the Senior Center, Lahari, Orcas Medical Foundation, Hearts and Hands, and the Lion’s Club. Since we began the program last spring, 35 people have been assisted by Orcas Cares.
Did you know? • OIFR personnel have attended a combined 7,324 hours of training in 2013. • In 2013, OIFR members have spent a combined 6,396 hours responding to emergency incidents.
Meetings about Airlift NW, Island Air Orcas Island Fire and Rescue is committed to safely transporting patients to the most appropriate care facility by the most suitable transportation mode. We recognize there is confusion regarding the services of Airlift Northwest and Island Air Ambulance. There will be two upcoming meetings to offer information and address concerns. • “Brown Bag Lunch” at the Eastsound Fire Station on Thursday, Nov. 21 from noon until 2 p.m. Commissioner Barbara Bedell and Chief Kevin O’Brien will be available to discuss the EMS transport situation on Orcas Island and other pertinent issues regarding OIFR operations. Make sure to bring your own lunch. • Community forum on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 5:30 p.m., at the Eastsound station. To access facts about Airlift Northwest and San Juan MedEvac, go to www.orcasfire.org, select public services, then click on Aeromedical Services. Additional info is available in the lobby of the Eastsound station.
Milton’s retirement drew praise from community by JAN KOLTUN
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or this column, I am indebted to Virginia Jensen’s research skills, to Tony Ghazel’s interest in early Orcas Island School Boards, and to James Long’s curiosity! This is a follow-up to an earlier Sounder story about historic Orcas women. After it appeared, Jimmy Long emailed to ask why Nellie Milton retired. Although I was here in 1948 when that happened, after her sixteenth year as superintendent, I didn’t know the answer. Seeing Tony on the ferry, I asked if there was any way to find out, as her records were burned. Tony did the sensible thing and consulted Virginia Jensen, whose skills at finding stories in the Library’s archives are legendary! Within a few days, she found the Or-
cas Islander story, stating that the school board was “surprised” at Mrs. Milton’s resignation, had offered her a “substantial” salary increase and a two-year contract if she would remain, this according to to the thenSchool Board President, Andy Johnson. Her response to the offer was that, with the “new” school building getting underway, she wanted to allow a new administration to take over when that occurred. She expressed happiness during her tenure. That summer, she planned to complete the thesis for her doctor’s degree, and was considering offers from other school districts as well. The story that Virginia found also contained the information I’d heard for a long time: “In order for the school to have a band and gain an appreciation of music, she financed
all the instruments to be used.” We also know from stories in the Orcas Islander that in addition to serving as superintendent, she had taught in all classes and grades. The story about her retirement also noted something that all public boards would be overjoyed to hear: “She came in as superintendent at a time when the country was in the depth of a panic and the school distort was disorganized and almost bankrupt. By good management and a thorough understanding of local conditions, she reformed the district’s finances and got it back on a cash basis. After a few years it was no longer necessary to vote special tax levies for operating expenses, and teachers’ salaries were raised.” Days gone by.....
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OUTAGE FROM 1 placed. CenturyLink deployed resources from across the state to assist in the repair of the cable, which is more than two miles in length. The company brought in international experts who initially helped deploy the cable to the islands to help pinpoint the issue. It also had a team of divers, three tug boats, two remote operating vessels and two barges. The barges, which were
between the coast of Pear Point off of San Juan Island and Fisherman’s Bay on Lopez Island, were equipped with cranes and splicing equipment. “Our team did a tremendous job of locating the cable,” Stading said. “There were 35 people on any given day working on this project.” With regards to billing, Stading said the company is looking at customer discounts for the lost service times.
“Our policy is to do the most fair and appropriate thing,” he said.
What’s next Stading said there will be an “extensive” review of the infrastructure and redundancy that is in place for future outages. When asked about piggy backing onto OPALCO or Rock Island’s technology, he couldn’t comment. “Across the country we are building redundancies that help with back up,”
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Stading said. “It’s a constant evolution.” Marla Johns, director of the Orcas Senior Center, spoke about the outage’s impact on the older residents. “A woman had to lie on her floor for three days because her lifeline didn’t work,” Johns said. “Please look at this not from a monetary or public relations perspective but from a human perspective.” Stading said CenturyLink is “not taking this issue lightly.”
Orcas Councilman Rick Hughes told the audience that the county will be looking at a viable, long-term solution. “The onus isn’t all on CenturyLink,” he said. “It’s on all the county resources. This is our chance to see where we have a problem and to create a back-up plan. Within the next six months to a year, we will solve it.” Council Chairman Jamie Stephens said the council and the Washington State Utilities and Transportation
Who to contact for more information • For those who are continuing to experience problems with service, contact Jan Kampbell at jan.kampbell@centurylink.com, 253-851-1416 or 253-549-5499. • The county is trying to get a sense of economic impacts to businesses and other organizations due to outage. Anyone with impacts is encouraged to fill out the online survey located at www. sanjuandem.net/outage. There is no promise of outside help from state or federal government at this time, but gathering this data is the first step towards gauging the impact.
Saturday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join in the spirit of the season Gifted island artists are offering arts, crafts, live music food and more! Plus visit with Santa!
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Commission would receive a full report in the coming weeks. Informed that the chairman of the UTC said they would hold a full-scale hearing on the outage, Stephens said, “If the UTC holds a hearing on the problems that occurred here, that hearing should be in San Juan County.” Chris Thomerson, president of OPALCO’s board of directors, said at a Nov. 13 Economic Development Summit that the outage showed how important broadband communications is to the economic well-being of the area. “The community now needs to stand up and say ‘we need it,’” he said. “We have to have local control, and the cooperative model is one way to get there.”
LIBRARY FROM 1 ics and accounting, having worked in corporate sales and inventory for Borders Books before moving to Orcas. He said his love of books began in college. Martin is currently reading a biography of Woodrow Wilson. He also enjoys Craig Johnson’s series of mysteries and learning about American and European history. He and Loreen like to work in the yard and garden, hike and travel across the country. As the public services librarian, Martin is responsible for processing interlibrary loans, working at the desk, helping islanders find the information they need and updating the website daily. He is excited about upcoming programs like Washington State Library’s collaboration with Microsoft that offers computer learning programs and certificates at libraries across the state. Through the Orcas Library’s website, patrons can learn how to use Word and Excel and take digital literacy courses. “We hope people take advantage of this – it’s a great opportunity,” Martin said. “Libraries nowadays are not just about books – they are about everything. People can rent out 10 movies at a time here and there are nine computers for public access.” He has seen a need for more areas to read quietly and says it’s one reason for the expansion. “Some people walk in and turn right around because it is so crowded,” Martin said. “This expansion is a long time coming.”
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Obituaries John P. (Jack) Cadden John P. (Jack) Cadden, of Eastsound, Wash. passed away on Nov. 8, 2013 at age 88. He was born on Feb. 9, 1925 to John and Dora (Morgan) Cadden in Denver, Colo. The family moved to Orcas Island in 1928, where the Cadden family owned and lived on 200 acres at Guthrie Cove. Jack and his younger brother, Jerry, spent hours on the beach. As a young boy his first job was working at the old Orcas store and keeping the fire burning in the furnace at the Orcas Hotel. Jack joined the Marine Corps during WWII at age 17. He was sent to Guam with the 22nd Marine, 6th Division, where he was the lieutenant’s bodyguard. Jack was wounded twice and received a Purple Heart with a Gold Star and was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry. Once a Marine, always a Marine.
Upon returning to Orcas, Jack finished high school. In 1950 he married Nancy Arney and they had three children, Patty, John, and Gary. Jack went to work for Orcas Power and Light Cooperative and was a lineman for 35 years. He saw many a winter storm and worked long hours getting the power back on. Jack lived to WORK. He had the first backhoe and dug miles of ditch all over the island. Jack and Nancy took over Bonnie Brook farm which was established in 1917 by Nancy’s parents. He loved being a farmer. Jack enjoyed the cows, his tractors and getting the hay in the barn. Jack was preceded in death by his son, Gary who was lost at sea in 1988 and
his wife, Nancy who passed away in 2000, just shy of their 50th wedding anniversary. Jack is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Patty and Dave Resch; son, John Cadden; grandchildren, Sandra Watters and Dan Watters, all of Eastsound; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013 at Woodlawn Cemetery with the American Legion Color Guard, followed by a celebration of Jack’s life at the American Legion Hall at 2 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., Anacortes, Wash. and the San Juan Islands. To share memories of Jack, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel. com. In lieu of flowers, the Cadden family asks that people who opt to contribute send their gifts to American Legion Post #93, Eastsound.
Community Thanksgiving The community is once again invited by the Oddfellows for its annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 28 at 4:30 p.m. “It is a community function that allows for a gathering of people to share a meal and enjoy the company of their fellow islanders,” said long-time organizer Bill Gincig. The Oddfellows will supply the turkeys and tableware. Everyone else should bring a beverage of their choice and a dish to share from the list below. • A-M: Favorite side dish • N-R: Salad, bread or rolls • S-Z: Dessert “Feel free to bring your famous specialty dish instead of the suggested one from above if you so desire,” Gincig said. Tables are arranged for eight and can be reserved for groups wanting to sit together. Plates of food can also be picked up by friends or family for those who cannot leave their home; call 376-8857 to arrange.
Holiday recipe Creamy kale puree 1 leek, 1 half of a white onion, 1 clove of garlic 10 leaves of robust kale, a handful of basil 2 Tbl spoons of butter 1 lemon 1/2 cup of milk or cream Take butter and sauté the leek, onion and garlic until the ingredients are nice and tender. Chop the kale into one-inch pieces and add into the vegetable and butter mix. Cook the kale until it is tender. Chop the basil into thin strips and add to the mix along with 1/2 cup milk or cream and a 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Let the mixture cook for about five minutes then transfer it by large spoonfuls into a food processor or into a blender. Use the kale puree as a dip for vegetables, sauce for pasta or a rice dish. – recipe by Cali Bagby
PET OF THE WEEK Hi, everyone. I’m new here, but want to start finding a home right away. I’m pretty shy, but I love a gentle pet, and I have a great purr. When you come to the Orcas Animal Shelter, any day from 2 to 5 p.m., look for the brown and orange tabby named Dolly. That’s me. Maybe you’re shy yourself, so you know how I feel. You can also call 376-6777 or go online to see us all at www.orcaspets. org.
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Rosa Bell Montgomery “She was the most kind and devoted person I have ever known. I am so happy she is now at rest in the one place she has always wanted to visit – Heaven.” “There was no one like her and few people I loved to talk with as much.” “She was an incredible lady – and has left me with some wonderful memories. Oh, the reunion in Heaven last night. Loved her so much!” “She was a spunky lady – a bit bossy! My mother said of her, ‘She would tell me what I ought to do. I would smile sweetly as I listened then when she left I would do exactly what I wanted to do!’ Aunt Rosa was a wonderful big sister for my mother. Rosa spent hours at other's bedside when Mother was nearing Heaven – going over memories of China. Memories no one else could share.” “I was blessed my whole life to have Rosa as a spiritual mentor. As a little girl she would read the most awesome books to Robyn and me. I would watch her as she studied her Bible so diligently and she eventually taught me how to mark my Bible with colored pencils just like she did. To this day that worn-out Bible all marked up is my most treasured possession on earth!” “Such love, acceptance, spunk, wit, wisdom and grace – all rolled into one precious Godly woman.” These are some of the remembrances friends and family shared upon hearing of the passing of Rosa Bell Montgomery, who entered the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the age of 95. Rosa was born on Feb. 28, 1918, the oldest of five children born to L. Nelson and Virginia Leftwich Bell, medical missionaries in Tsingkiangpu, China, and spent her first 14 years of life living in the Missionary Compound there. Her high school years were spent at boarding school in Korea, then she and her siblings were sent to America during the Japanese occupation of China while her parents stayed to run their hospital. Rosa then attended Wheaton College in Illinois; her goal was to
become a doctor, like her father. The Lord had other plans for her life, however. She contracted tuberculosis while working in the hospital lab and had to leave college to recuperate in the New Mexico desert. It was during her stay in the hospital that she met Don Montgomery, the man who would be her husband for 60 years. Don was visiting another patient in the hospital, saw Rosa, asked to be introduced and the rest, as they say, is history. Rosa and Don married on June 10, 1945 and when Don was discharged from the Merchant Marines they settled in Los Alamos New Mexico. Don worked at the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory, and Rosa began teaching Bible Studies at their church. During this time they became parents to their one child, Robyn in 1957. In 1962 Don and Rosa moved to Las Vegas, Nevada and while Don worked at the Test Site, Rosa continued her Bible Study ministry. In 1969 the family returned to Los Alamos, New Mexico where they stayed until Don’s retirement in 1982. Again – Rosa continued her weekly Bible Study ministry. Upon retirement Don and Rosa moved to Orcas Island, Wash. where Don was born and raised. When anyone would ask Rosa “why Orcas Island?” instead of New Mexico, Nevada, or North Carolina, where her parents and other family members resided, Rosa would reply, “I grew up in China; that is my first home; Orcas Island is my second home. There is no other place like it.” On Orcas, Don puttered in the garage and planted flowers and fruit trees; and you guessed it – Rosa taught Bible Studies – and continued to do so until the age of 93.
They also travelled extensively and Rosa was able to return to China twice, even going to the place of her birth; they were members of the Gideons International, and the Orcas Island Community Church where both sang in the choir and Rosa played the organ for many of the services. Don preceded Rosa in going to Heaven in 2005. Over the next several years their daughter Robyn tried unsuccessfully to have Rosa come live with her family in Oregon; Rosa adamantly refused, and stayed in her own home on Montgomery Lane in Eastsound until the moment she joined Don in Heaven. Being a home maker, a mother, a grandmother, and a Bible teacher continued to be Rosa’s gifts and passions until the moment she died. Her primary concern in life was sharing the gift of Love Jesus gave us on the cross with any and all who would listen. She is survived by her daughter and son in law, Robyn and Larry Myers, granddaughter and grandson, Lauren and Kelly Sigman, and grandson Ben Myers, all of Neotsu, Oregon; grandson and granddaughter Ryan Myers and Dusti Baer of Albany Oregon, and 4 great-grandchildren, Jarred, Daniel, Devin and Hailey, of Albany Ore. The family wishes to acknowledge the allenfolding love and support of their island family: Jane Mc Ilroy, Jerry and Tina Davidson, Ron and Vicki Montgomery, John and Faith Heath, and the members and pastors of the Orcas Island Community Church who made it their mission to “take care of Rosa”; the support provided by Kathryn Geary and Hospice of the Northwest; and the profound love and care that honored Rosa’s wish to stay in her home given by Lynn Jenssen, Linda Todd, Amy Cole, Becky Artrip and Barb Griffin. A memorial service is being planned for a later date. Contributions in Rosa’s memory can be made to Orcas Island Community Church, or the Gideons International.
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Three artists at last local showcase
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he Local Showcase series started as a way to involve the numerous local musicians on island in Orcas Center performances. Musician Carolyn Cruso, who has been producing the showcase for about seven years, describes the series as staying true to its original intent. “It provides an opportunity for mostly emerging talent to play in a listening room with good sound, an appreciative audience and an elegant atmosphere,” she said. The series has been a success, but the upcoming showcase, Saturday, Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m. at Orcas Center, is likely to be the last of its kind. For tickets, go to www.orcascenter. org. Around 70 local performers have participated in the showcase with an array of talents. Singer-songwriters have been the main participants, but everyone from ukulele players to an Irish band to the spoken word to African mbiras have been invited to the stage. One year, Cruso produced a young songwriters showcase with teens and early twentysomethings. “That was a real hit, of course,” she said. Some of the showcase artists like Katie Gray and Brian Duke have gone on to have careers in music. Others were veterans willing to share their talents like Sharon Abreu, Grace McCune,
Evan Fraser and Dustin Fox. In the upcoming and final show, Cruso said, the synergy of the three individual acts will be powerful. The showcase will highlight singer-songwriter Alison Post from Waldron Island, Orcas Island’s David Densmore and his ukulele and Gregory Reboulet on vocals and guitar. Reboulet is also from Orcas.
Alison Post Post has performed vocally most of her life, starting out in the backseat of the family station wagon then moving through bars and basements as a teenager with a male rock band. Now she has a folk-roots sound with sweet melodies and simple accompaniment. This fall, Alison has been recording a demo album of original songs with Seattle singer-songwriter Sabrina Brazier. They will be performing some of their new material at the showcase, accompanied on guitar by the
strumming sounds of Orcas Island’s Randall Smith. Cruso describes Post as having a classically beautiful and pure voice. “Her songs are filled with a tenderness for the world and the human spirit,” she said.
David Densmore Densmore will share many of his new songs while accompanying himself on the ukulele. “His songs are rich, humorous and celebratory,” Cruso said. “Like so many islanders he is a multi-talented man; a poet, lyricist, painter, sculptor, ukulele player and singer.” He said he is not used to performing, but rather prefers painting. “You can do the work in private then hang it on a wall for people to see while you slip out the back door, however … there is something magical that happens with an audience, and the songs don’t really come to life until you present them in front of living, breathing mammals,” he said. Densmore got his ukulele as
a kitschy joke in Hawaii about four years ago, but fell in love with the instrument. “It is a portable friend, easy on my old gnarled hands and continues to teach me so much about music,” he said. “As they say four strings, four fingers, the possibilities are endless and I am still exploring.”
Gregory Reboulet Cruso heard Reboulet at an Open Mic last winter and admired his voice. “He gets some wonderful sounds out of his guitar and his chops are bold,” Cruso said. “Whether singing covers or his original songs he is compelling.” The singer-songwriter has recently started a project of cataloguing his massive original song collection. In his efforts of dusting off old songs, he came to several interesting conclusions. The first was that he felt songs from the past were like old friends. “There are floods of memories of what that time was like,
said Reboulet. The second realization was that he started to add up how many years he has been writing music. “I’ve been writing for the last 50 years and my songs cover a lot of different phases of my life,” said Reboulet. Reboulet’s earliest musical influence was listening to his father’s singing. As a teen he played a euphonium in the school orchestra as well as and sang in rock bands and a folk duo. During his college years he began touring as a singer in various rock and R&B bands. In the early 1970s he landed the part of Caiaphas in the National Road Company’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar and toured with them in the U.S. In the mid 1980s he trained as an audio engineer then built and operated a commercial recording studio and music publishing/production company. He describes his writing process as this: “Some songs come easy, some come really hard, some are beaten to death and there are some songs that come effortlessly.” It is this last type that will be presented at the showcase. The songs will span his 50 years of work from his time as a young man touring to his time as a father of four children. “I have worked as a singer, but song writing is a different thing, it has been my therapy, my spiritual path,” he said.
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Success story: saving Vendovi Island Time for holiday
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The following was submitted by the San Juan Preservation Trust Three years ago, Vendovi Island was put up for auction. As the most pristine large island under single ownership in the entire San Juan archipelago, conservationists had long targeted Vendovi as a priority for protection. Upon learning of its pending sale, the San Juan Preservation Trust set out
to build a partnership with other non-profits and government agencies to participate in the auction. Their requests were politely but swiftly rebuffed (“not enough time” and “too big of a risk” they all told us). Recognizing that this was an opportunity for the ages, our board of trustees pushed fear aside and took a bold (and unprecedented) risk by borrowing $3.4 million to purchase the island
for $6.4 million. We anticipated that raising money to pay off a loan would be a challenging task. We developed a contingency plan that involved re-selling the island with some conservation protection, an action that we knew would preclude public access. We understood that our task had to include an introduction to a remote place that few of our donors had ever seen or even heard about. This was not another Turtleback Mountain. A local island family then stepped up with an offer to help. To inspire fellow islanders to give, they challenged us with a three-year, $1 million challenge grant. As we’ve introduced people to this remote and mysterious island, we have been gratified by the response. So far over 350 households have generously supported the Campaign to Save Vendovi Island, and many of these contributors have made multiple gifts. We are
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pleased to announce that we have successfully met the requirements of the $1 million challenge grant and have reduced the outstanding loan balance from $3.4 to $1.3 million. We still have a lot of money to raise, but our apprehensions have turned to optimism. We have now started planning for a future that includes our permanent ownership of Vendovi. A task force that includes trustees, members and advisors has been convened to articulate our long-term goals for the island, to determine what resources we will need to meet these goals, and to undertake a new capital campaign that incorporates this long-term vision into its message. We intend to take an innovative approach to creating a model nature preserve that will protect the natural integrity of Vendovi while accommodating access for scientific, educational and low-impact recreational purposes.
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Orcas Off Leash Area’s annual holiday pet photos are taking place on Sunday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the vacant space next to Pawki’s on Main Street. No need to make an appointment and admission is by donation. Bring your pets and come have a holiday pet photo made with Karen Greene and Damien Stark. Everyone will leave with a glossy print in hand and with a link to download photos. The event is an annual fundraiser to help with the operational costs of OOLA. Some of those costs include: weekly garbage collection year-round; dispensers and bags for cleaning up after pets; hand sanitizer dispensers; wood chips; mowing in spring and summer; and insurance for the board of directors. The expenses are around $5,000 per year.
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San Juan County dog tags will be available to purchase starting Monday, Nov. 18. This year you can protect your dog with a purple shield. It assures you of being reconnected with your dog if it gets lost. The county’s animal control database allows anyone to look up dog owners by dog tag number. If you find a dog, go to www.sanjuanco.com and type in “dog
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license search” in the search box. Owners can include a photo of their dog in the database. All dogs in San Juan County are required by law to be licensed. A share of the proceeds from the fees goes to the local animal shelters for their operations. The remainder goes into a county fund which pays the expenses of the licensing and animal control program. Part of that fund is reserved for reimbursement for livestock injured or killed by dogs. The cost is neutered males/spayed females: $12; natural male or female: $30; replacement tag (current year’s tag): $2; photo fee (annually): $5; late fee (after March 31, 2014): $10. Dog licenses are available at the following locations: San Juan: Auditor’s office,
Harbor Veterinary Clinic, and Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor. Orcas: Pawki’s for Pets, Eastsound Kennels and Orcas Animal Protection Society. Lopez: Sunset Builders, Ark Veterinary Clinic and Lopez Animal Protection Society.
ProMote Your event! One Call • One Bill • Statewide Hearts and Hands, a non-profit outreach program of the Orcas Island Senior Center, is seeking to fill an open contract position for 25 hours per month to coordinate volunteer activities. A description of the Hearts and Hands program can be found at www.orcasseniors.org/Hearts-n-Hands.htm A detailed job description can be obtained by calling the Hearts and Hands office at 376-7723 or email HeartsandHands@orcasonline.com. Resumes with cover letters should be submitted via email or sent to Hearts and Hands, PO Box 18, Eastsound, WA 98245 no later than Friday, December 6, 2013.
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CALENDAR THURS., NOV. 28 THURS., NOV. 21
DINNER KITCHEN: The
November Dinner Kitchen is an early Thanksgiving meal from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Emmanuel Church Parish Hall. The dinner is for seniors, food bank participants and anyone in need of a hot meal. It will feature turkey and all of the trimmings, plus vegetarian dishes and live music.
FRI., NOV. 22 ISLANDS A CAPPELLA: In concert, Rosario Music Room, 4 p.m.
SUN., NOV. 24 PANCAKE BREAKFAST: At the American Legion from 8 a.m. to noon.
ODDFELLOWS THANKSGIVING:
The community is once again invited by the Oddfellows for its annual Thanksgiving Dinner, 4:30 p.m. Turkeys and tableware will be supplied. Everyone else should bring a beverage of their choice and a dish to share from this list. A-M: Favorite side dish. N-R: Salad, bread or rolls. S-Z: Dessert.
SUN. – ONGOING 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.
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MON. – ONGOING ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. AL-ANON: 7 p.m., 197
to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. LIONS CLUB: Weekly lunch, 11:45 a.m., Legion.
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Main Street, Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church.
AL-ANON: 5:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church.
TUES. – ONGOING
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30
AA FOR WOMEN: 5:30 to
p.m., Orcas Longhouse, 236 Prune Aly, Eastsound.
AA FOR MEN: 7-8 p.m. Benson
LIBRARY STORY TIMES: 11 a.m., Library children’s room, for ages three-six.
6:30 p.m. Benson Hall, Emmanuel. Hall, Emmanuel Church.
KIWANIS: Tuesdays, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Community Church Family Center.
WEDS. – ONGOING ADULT VOLLEYBALL: Adult rec
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by MARGIE DOYLE
The generosity of Orcas Islanders in helping their fellow islanders in times of trouble is legendary. We see it every day and particularly in times of crisis. For many families with school-aged children, those crises happen without the ability to plan for them – illness, transportation breakdowns, unemployment, emergency repairs, even lack of housing – for examples. Orcas Island School District has a program to deal with the challenges to students’ school success when these crises develop; it’s been called the Readiness to Learn Program, and has been a part of Orcas School’s K-12 program for 15 years. At the school, and in outreach to other island students, Nancy O’Brien (who is also the elementary school counselor) works with students and their families to provide assistance when health, academic, social/ emotional and basic needs present themselves; Julie Pinardi serves this role as student-family advocate in the middle/high schools. Nancy and Julie are able to respond quickly and privately through a small, revolving fund called the Student Family Support Fund. This fund, now monitored by the nonprofit Orcas Angels, is where they go to ask for $25 for gym shoes, or $80 for tutoring, or $200 for tires, or $36 for asthma
inhalers, or food and gas certificates. Sometimes we are asked to provide assistance with larger amounts, such as rent or utility bills. These are just a few of the examples of requests from the fund. We have found that by helping out our families in these small but meaningful ways, we can help them meet the other challenges in providing for their families. In recent years, the Student Family Support Fund has been asked to fulfill requests for about $1,800 total over the year. At this time the Readiness to Learn program finds the Fund at under $500. Our goal is to have a $1,000 balance at the close of each year. We are asking the community to help fund the Student Family Support Fund with donations of any amount, paid by check to the Student Family Support Fund, care of Readiness to Learn and mailed to 557 School Road, Eastsound WA 98245. We are also asking you to drop by the bake sale table we’ll have at Island Market on Saturday, Nov. 23 from
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We’d love to tell you about what we do, about some of our families’ needs and “happy endings,” and to have you buy delicious pies, cookies, cakes or other baked items. (And if you could donate a baked item, please email mdoyle@ orcas.k12.wa.us). At this season of remembrance and thanksgiving, I
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am so grateful that I can ask the Orcas community to help Readiness to Learn at the Orcas School help our students and their families throughout the year with the Student Family Support Fund. Please consider making a contribution – any amount is greatly appreciated.
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10:00 am Sunday 7:00 pm Testimony Meeting First Wed. of the month Orcas Elementary School Library 376-5873
COMMUNITY CHURCH
Serving Orcas Island For 129 years Sunday Worship 9:30AM (Nursery & Kids Sunday School) Weekday programs for all ages. Info @ www.OrcasChurch.org Or call Pastor Dick Staub, Scott Harris or Grant Myles-Era @ 6422 In Eastsound on Madrona
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Sunday 10:00 am Senior Center on 62 Henry Road Nursery and Kid’s Life Contemporary Passionate Worship Our Vision: Share Jesus. Share Life. 376-6332
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Sunday 11:00 am St. David’s Chuch 760 Park St., Friday Harbor Sunday 9:00 am Center Chuch 312 Davis Bay Rd., Lopez Island Pastor Anne Hall Sunday 1:15 pm Emmanuel Chuch 242 Main St., Eastsound 468-3025 • pastoranne@lutheransanjuans.org Templin Center, Eastsound 9:30 am – 6 pm Mon – Sat 10:30 am – 4 pm Sunday (Saturday Pharmacy 10:00 am – 4 pm No Sunday Pharmacy Service)
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‘The Habit of Art’ to stream Surbaugh broke the record
National Theatre Live’s Encore airing of Alan Bennett’s acclaimed play “The Habit of Art” with Richard Griffiths, Alex Jennings and Frances de la Tour screens
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The public school cafeteria was packed and overflowing with 352 students and adults enjoying a special school lunch on Nov. 14. Celebrity chef Madden Surbaugh of New Leaf Cafe at the Outlook Inn helped prepare and serve alongside cafeteria staff. The Farm to Cafeteria FaceBook page (www.facebook.com/orcasislandf2c) received comments shortly after the event from kids and parents alike such as: “Lunch was wonderful” and “I'm tellin' ya, Riley eats better than I do!" which was typical of comments heard all during lunch. Brown Bear Baking in Eastsound provided the home-made Italian garlic bread which was scarfed up along with fresh handmade gnocchi, Italian roasted cauliflower, Caesar salad and olive oil cake made by Madden and staff. Prior to the event in
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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 Wednesday, November 13, 2013 the San Juan County Board of Health enacted the following ordinance(s): ORDINANCE No. 22-2013: 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 ORDINANCE No. 23-2013: Ordinance Regarding On-site Sewage Operation and Maintenance Program Charge for Management of On-site Sewage Disposal Systems ORDINANCE No. 24-2013: Ordinance Amending the San Juan County Code (SJCC) Chapter 8.16, Rules and Regulations of the San Juan County Board of Health Regarding On-site Sewage Disposal The ordinances are filed at the office of the County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA. The ordinances 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.SJ527904 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. November 20, 2013.
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 the San Juan County Council enacted the following ordinance(s): ORDINANCE No. 16 - 2013: Ordinance Amending Ordinances 30-3012, 4-2013, 7-2013 and 10-2013 by Revising the San Juan County 2013 Budget for Emergency Appropriations Summary: The Ordinance increases the County emergency appropriations in various funds by a total of approximately $997,952. ORDINANCE No. 17 - 2013 Ordinance Amending Ordinances 30-2012, 4-2013, 7-2013 and 10-2013 by Revising the San Juan County 2013 Budget for Supplemental Appropriations Summary: The Ordinance Revising County Budget for Supplemental Appropriations adds supplemental appropriations in the amount of $435,689.00 ORDINANCE No. 18 - 2013: Ordinance of San Juan County, Washington, Setting the Property Tax Levy for Current Expense for 2014 Summary: The 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. ORDINANCE No. 19 - 2013: Ordinance of San Juan County Washing-
ton, Setting the Property Tax Levy for Land Conservation Futures for 2014 Summary: The 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 state-assessed property and refunds made ORDINANCE No. 20 - 2013: Ordinance of San Juan County Washington, Setting the Property Tax Levy for County Roads for 2014 Summary: The 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 stateassessed property and refunds made. ORDINANCE No. 21 - 2013: Docket Ordinance Updating the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element, Adopting Amendments and Additions to Section B, Element 6 Transportation Goals and Policies Repealing and Replacing Appendix 6 Transportation, and Repealing the 2005 Nonmotorized Plan; and Amending Concurrency Regulations in San Juan County Code Sections 18.60.200 and 18.70.120 Summary of Ordinance Sections: SECTION 1. Amends the goals and policies in Comprehensive Plan Sec-
tion B, Element 6 Transportation (Ordinance Exhibit A) and Ordinances 15-2005, 12-2001, and 2-1998 pertaining to financing, level of service (LOS), information technology, materials transport, air, marine (ferry system and county docks, barge landing sites, ramps and parking areas) and land (roads, parking, bicycles and mopeds, trails, and transit) transportation, and adds a new intergovernmental and regional coordination section. SECTION 2. Repeals the December 6, 2002, Appendix 6 Transportation of the Comprehensive Plan. SECTION 3. Amends Ordinances 26-2002, 12-2001, and 2-1998 with an updated Appendix 6 Transportation (Ordinance Exhibit B) including new transportation inventories, levels of service, demand management, freight mobility and intergovernmental coordination information, land use assumptions, travel forecasts, revenue summaries and planned expenditures through 2032, and the 2013-2018 transportation improvement program. SECTION 4. Repeals the outdated Comprehensive Plan 2005 Nonmotorized Plan adopted in Ordinance 15-2005 (Ordinance Exhibit C). SECTION 5. Amends SJCC 18.60.200 (Concurrency) and Ordinances 26-2002 § 4; 14-2002 § 1; 12-2001 § 6; 2-1998 Exh. B § 6.18) consistent with the Transportation Element update including amending the ferry LOS to match the Washington State Ferries LOS, county road LOS to reflect new traffic counts and updating dock service areas. SECTION 6. Amends SJCC
18.70.120 (Concurrency) and Ordinances 11-2000 § 6; 2-1998 Exh. B § 7.12 are amended to correct terms by changing the term “administrator” to “Director.” SECTION 7. Savings Clause, SECTION 8. Severability, SECTION 9. Effective Date, SECTION 10. Codification of Sections 5 and 6. The ordinances are 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 ww.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) 370-7470. This notice of adoption serves as the notice of publication required by RCW 36.70A.290(2). Legal No.SJ527891 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder. November 20, 2013.
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COMBINED NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS & HEARINGS SEPA Suggested Tax Parcel Number, Applicant/Agent Name Date of Date Other Existing Threshold End Date Project Hearing Hearing Hearing Project and Address Application Complete Required Environmental Determinat for SEPA Comments Body Place Date Location, and Island Permits* Documents -tion Comments End Date** 251541015, 157 Lopez Professional Center PSP000Divide land into 2 Village Road, Lopez LLC, c/o Diana Hancock, PO 10/29/13 10/29/13 DNS 12/4/13 12/11/13 13-0003 parcels Island Box 160, Lopez, WA 98261 252844003 and M.R .Buffum, c/o Dan Drahn, PSEPA0- Future reclamation 252844001, 618 Boundary Water, PO Box 897, 11/8/13 11/8/13 DNS 12/4/13 12/11/13 13-0009 plan for gravel pit Channel Rd, Lopez Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Island 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 10:30 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. Permit Number
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NOTICE OF DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner decisions are posted on the County website at: sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx LEGAL NO. SJ927351 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder, NOVEMBER 20, 2013
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PUBLIC NOTICE AT&T Mobility proposes to collocate antennas on a 59.5-foot monopoleflagpole at 65 Orcas Hill Road on Orcas Island, WA. Telecommunications equipment cabinets will be installed on the ground near the base of the monopole. AT&T invites comments from interested parties on the impact of the proposed undertaking on any
districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Please respond within 30 days of this notice to: Adam Escalona, Adapt Engineering, 615 - 8th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98104. 206-654-7045, ada-
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