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Artworks makes fundraising goal

After a devastating fire in 2013, the building is on the road to recovery thanks to community donations

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Spring season is here

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The following is from the Olga Strawberry Council Board. We said a donation of any size would put us over the top, and it did. Amounts from $20 to $9,000 coming from as close as Olga and as far away as Delaware, with Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Missouri and Colorado in between, helped us reach our goal of $30,000 in order to receive matching funds from a wonderful anonymous donor. Since the fire in July 2013, a total of 172 individuals responded in monetary kindness toward our mission to restore the building. This, to us, is astounding. We want to sincerely thank our letter writers: Tom Welch, Rick

Orcas Road project reaches the preliminary design phase by CALI BAGBY Assistant editor

Safety, biking and preserving the rural nature of the island were all issues discussed at the San Juan County Public Work’s recent open house at the fire station on March 3. This was the second public meeting held to discuss the alternatives being considered to improve safety on Orcas Road between Nordstrom Lane to the north of McNallie Road. The project is scheduled for 2016 or 2017. Russ Harvey, Public Works operation manager, said the main components for the new road are safety considerations, better approaches from side roads and space for bikes. According to Shannon Wilbur, project engineer, Public Works is at the end of the preliminary design phase of what the new road will look like, which concluded after islanders voted on four different plans. You can view those options that were not chosen at sanjuanco.com/PW/ docs/CurrentBidProjects/Open_House_flyer.pdf. Fifty percent of voters chose the option two – curvilinear. “We really wanted to improve sight distance, in spots you can’t see enough to make informed decisions,” said Wilbur. “The curves are also banked too much, causing you to slingshot.” Construction will last about four months in the summer of 2016 or 2017. Wilbur said construction has to occur when the roads are dry. “I am excited about having the ability to have a bike and pedestrian route,” said Orcas Councilman Rick Hughes at the meeting.

Hughes, Paul Losleben, Boyd Pratt, Emily Reed and John Evans, who revealed some remarkable history, as well as economic and emotional value of the old strawberry barreling plant and its journey into the pages of what it is today. We are excited to be in the final stages of a very challenging but rewarding undertaking. During the month of March, the Orcas Artworks Cooperative, James Hardman Gallery and a sweet new cafe will be moving into their new spaces and opening their doors when they are ready some time in April. It will be one of the most joyous occasions we can possibly imagine. Watch for announcements toward the end of March. Thank you again for supporting the return of the historic Artworks Building and the artists and cafe it proudly and beautifully houses. We look forward to thanking you personally very soon.

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Above: The road in blue represents the existing road and the pink road represents the new option – curvilinear chosen by islanders.

The widening of the road is part of that, but Hughes said he hopes the rural characteristic of the road will not be compromised. “It’s a big project, and we want the community to be behind it,” he said. If you have missed the meetings you can send your comments to Wilbur at shannonw@sanjuanco.com.

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Hofmann makes dean’s list Nominate a good steward at Seattle Pacific University April Michele Hofmann of Olga, Wash., made the Seattle Pacific University 2014 Autumn Quarter Dean’s List. Students on the dean's list have completed at least 12 credits and attained a 3.50 or higher grade point average.

Orcas Christian School students give presentations This year the high school students at Orcas Christian School are engaging in a project that is designed to apply classroom learning to the real world, develop leadership skills and cultivate a heart for service. Students have researched societal issues that are of interest to them and are currently planning what they will do to positively

impact the situations. Topics students are working on range from the objectification of women in the media to domestic violence to pollution and global warming. Visit oics.org/presentations for a full schedule and topic list of upcoming presentations. From 5 to 7:30 p.m. on March 11, 12, 16 and 17,

students will be sharing enlightening information that they have discovered along with their plans for action to impact our world. The students need community members to ask questions that stimulate thought and give suggestions that will guide them as they develop their action plans. Free refreshments will be provided.

Do you have a friend or neighbor who takes exceptional care of their land? A teacher who inspires students to understand and care for the environment? A business that has been a leader in sustainable business practices? Here is an opportunity to recognize exemplary members of our community who have shown their commitment to

preserving and protecting the San Juan Islands. Each year the Stewardship Network of the San Juans presents Good Steward Awards to islanders, and we need your nominations. If you know someone who deserves this award, please submit your nomination by April 3, 2015. Nominations will be accepted in the fol-

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Two busloads of Orcas Island fifth through eighth grade music students returned from a regional music contest in Bellingham on Feb. 7 with lots to be proud about. On the heels of Orcas High School’s outstanding performance at the regional contest in Bellingham, the younger students came home with their own collection of superior and excellent rat-

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ings. “Besides performing so well, our students received many comments on their exemplary behavior,” said Pamela Wright, music director for fifth to eighth grade string groups and chorus. “I couldn’t be prouder of our students,” said Darren Dix, Band Director. More than 50 musicians from the fifth to eighth grades attended the Washington Music Educators Association regional contest at Kulshan Middle School on Saturday, Feb. 7. The students not only brought their imagination and artistry to their playing but also to the names of their groups. Who wouldn’t be interested in hearing the self-titled Fantastical Four, The Green Cows, The Vocal Vikings, E String Cellos and The Music Majestics? And who could resist the Super Strings, J.A.M. Rock Percussionists,“?????,” The “Um” . . . Strings, The Duets Who Don’t Show Up, Popcorns, The Cellos, Island Winds, Violina Songbirds, Musical Marshmellows, The

Radioactive Pandas and The Candy Crushers? The schedule on contest day was jam-packed from the moment the kids arrived at 9:30 a.m. Nearly every time slot on the schedule for the day had an Orcas group performing - starting at 10:10 a.m. with the group 14.24 percent of a Walrus (Kayleigh Horton and Meg Waage on percussion) and going until the last performance at 3:50 p.m. The 10:20 p.m. slot alone had five different Orcas ensembles or soloists performing. Both the fifth and sixth Grade Strings and Middle School Strings received the highest rating of 1 or “Superior” for their performances. “Lovely,” said the judge. “Very nice ensemble work.” The fifth and sixth grade choir received an “Excellent” rating on their performance. “Nice job,” said the judge. “Keep singing together!” Along with the musical skills and bravery shown by all the ensemble performers, four courageous young musicians performed solos at the contest: Leah Jenson, Tim Jenson, Destiny Wright and Flora Lister. “I look at all these fine young musicians in strings, band and chorus and it says a lot about the health of our music program at Orcas,” said Wright. “The future looks bright.”

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Donate to Granny’s Attic sale San Juan County crime briefs Spring is on the doorstep, and it’s time to clean out the attic. Once again the Orcas Island Senior Center is collecting donations of interesting and unique (gently used) items for its annual Granny’s Attic Sale to be held April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This annual sale is one of the largest fundraisers of the year for the Orcas Senior Center, and the Operations Committee greatly appreciates your contributions. As usual, they would like to encourage you to begin your spring cleaning and contribute to this “fun and fabulous” fundraising event that supports the Orcas Senior Center and its programming. Drop-off days for donating items will be on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center from March 17 to April 21. If you

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The Orcas Island Senior Center in Eastsound. have larger items such as furniture, call Jami Mitchell at 376-2677 or email orcasseniorcenter@gmail.com to arrange someone to come

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out and take a look at the items to see if they will work for the sale. They do not accept clothing, small appliances or large electronics.

Orcas Currents lecture series by CALI BAGBY Assistant editor

Orcas Currents started with a truly cosmic bang last year with an astronaut discussing possible asteroid collisions with Earth. Currents, a series of public lectures, seminars and workshops, was born out of Michael Riordan’s desire to have have science-based lectures by experts and open to everyone. “We have good, authoritative speakers right here in the islands, so why not showcase them,” he said. “We indeed intend to do just that as part of the Orcas Currents events.” The Currents steering committee, made up of Riordan, Bob Dash, Roger Sherman and Greg Ayers, decided to offer free admission then find a line-up of innovative speakers. This year’s lecture series covers climate change, how seeds changed the world and the sea floor. The season will start with a lecture by science historian and Harvard professor Naomi Oreskes, entitled “Why Should We Trust Climate Science?” at 4 p.m. at the Orcas Island Community Church. The Orcas Island High School Environment Club will host a reception at the church. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. The event is cosponsored by Orcas Island Pubic Library,

Naomi Oreskes.

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Friends of the San Juans and Coates Vineyards. Oreskes earned a doctorate from Stanford University in the history of science, specializing in earth and environmental sciences. Before coming to Harvard in 2013, she served as professor of history and science studies at the University of California, San Diego, examining the history of plate tectonics and the theory of continental drift. Oreskes’ articles and essays have appeared in The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and Nature and Science. Her book “Merchants of Doubt” won the WatsonDavis Prize of the History of Science Society. “Merchants of Doubt” reveals how a small, industry-financed group of spin-

doctors has been repeatedly trying to muddle the public discourse on phenomena ranging from tobacco smoke to climate change. She will discuss how those individuals manipulate people to believe that climate change should be doubted. “They know how to talk to the press to make climate change sound like more of a controversy than there is,” said Riordan. Oreskes will also use examples throughout history to show that burning fossil fuels is the primary cause of climate change. “That’s what her real specialty is – she is one of the two principle historians of science that are paying attention to what’s going on,” said Riordan. This March SONY Pictures is releasing a feature-length documentary, “Merchants of Doubt,” inspired by the book and starring Oreskes. “When we organized this last April we knew we were getting a best-selling author,” said Riordan. “Now we’ve got a movie star.”

Upcoming Orcas Currents lectures • Thursday, May 14: Thor Hansen on “The Triumph of Seeds” • Thursday, June 11: Gary Greene on “The Sea Floor Around Us.”

An Orcas Island man who two weeks ago began serving a six-year prison term for felony assault could face additional penalties for failing to appear at a sentencing hearing in late October. On Feb. 27, David D. Thompson, 48, was sentenced in San Juan County Superior Court to 72 months in prison for seconddegree assault with a deadly weapon, a Class B felony, and to 60 months in prison for felony harassment, a Class C felony. The sentences will be served concurrently. At the sentencing hearing, Thompson also pleaded not guilty to a charge of bail jumping, a Class C felony, and is currently in custody in Island County Jail pending an April 20 trial date. Bail was set at $200,000. Thompson was convicted of the two felonies in late October following a jury trial and then failed to appear at the subsequent sentencing hearing. It was the second time over a five-month period that he'd been convicted of the charges by a jury; however, he was granted a new trial in July because of impropriety involving a juror during the first trial. Thompson, whose criminal record includes 14 felony convictions as an adult, mostly non-violent crimes in six different Washington state counties, as well as 15 separate misdemeanor offenses, eight of which occurred in San Juan County, was initially charged with five criminal offenses stemming from a confrontation in late 2013 in which he reportedly threatened three men with a rifle after they refused to let him shoot their dog, according to court

documents. He was acquitted of three lesser offenses. A $100,000 warrant was issued for Thompson's arrest after he failed to appear at an Oct. 31, 2014 sentencing hearing. He was apprehended in early February while en route to the mainland, after disembarking a ferry in Anacortes. A Class C felony, bail jumping carries maximum penalties of five year in prison, a $10,000 fine or both.

Scuffle prompts felony charges for alleged knifewielding San Juan man A San Juan Island man faces charges of felony assault for allegedly brandishing a knife during an after-business-hours confrontation in a parking lot with two others. On Feb. 27, Eric M. King, 34, pleaded not guilty in San Juan County Superior Court to one count of second-degree assault with a deadly weapon, a Class B felony, and was released under court orders pending a May 11 trial. According to prosecutors, King threatened another man with a "large folding knife" during the early evening confrontation, in which a brief altercation reportedly ensued in the parking lot of a commercial wood shop on Argyle Avenue. The man was reportedly shoved and then fell into his car during the scuffle. A third person at the scene, a female acquaintance of King's, reportedly told authorities that she did not see him brandish a knife but that King is known to carry one. A class B felony, second-degree assault with a deadly weapon carries maximum penalties of 10 years in prison, a $20,000 fine or both.

County and union strike deal San Juan County and Local 1849 (American Federation of State, county and municipal employees) have settled on a collective bargaining agreement for the years 2015-2017. Union membership overwhelmingly ratified the contract on Friday, Feb. 27, and the county council promptly followed suit by accepting the contract at its March 2 meeting. The contract, five months in the making, provides for the continuation of existing healthcare benefits for employees and their families along with a 2 percent cost of living adjustment per year of the contract. In addition, a handful of revisions were made to clarify the calculation of overtime, bereavement leave, grievance procedure and safety wear allowance. It was the first time the parties used an interest-based bargaining model to reach agreement. “The agreement took longer than I think either party would have guessed back in

August, but the outcome is a fair agreement that supports the county’s employees while at the same time being fiscally responsible,” said Mike Thomas, county manager. Union president

Colin Maycock said, “The member’s rejection of the first tentative agreement in November made it clear that more work needed to be done to craft an equitable agreement.”

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Editorial

A monumental opportunity

ant to have a say in how the San Juan Islands National Monument is managed? The Bureau of Land Management is beginning a 30-day scoping period on the monument’s resource management plan, and not only are you invited, but the BLM encourages you to offer up your thoughts at the public scoping meetings. At the meetings, the BLM will present information about the National Monument and the planning effort so that attendees can learn more about what it means for the islands. There will be opportunities to ask questions, reflect on issues and provide comment. Later this spring, a scoping report will be published, summarizing the issues raised during the scoping period. Here is a little background: In 2013, President Obama signed a Proclamation to designate the San Juan Islands a National Monument. In his proclamation, the President stated that, “The protection of these lands in the San Juan Islands will maintain their historical and cultural significance and enhance their unique and varied natural and scientific resources, for the benefit of all Americans.” Thus far the BLM has created a team of agency resource specialists to represent the diverse interests for the landscapes; identified the existing data for the landscape and reached out to governmental agencies to share their expertise in the process. In addition, a team of local citizens have stepped forward to represent the public voice in the planning process as the “Monument Advisory Committee.” Meeting schedule: • Friday Harbor Grange, March 11, 5 p.m. • Klahowya Ferry, March 12, 1-1:30 p.m. • Woodmen Hall, Lopez, March 12, 5 p.m. • Eastsound Fire Hall, Orcas, March 13, 5 p.m. • Anacortes Public Library, March 14, 12 p.m. You can also submit comments via email. The BLM is looking for specific, concise suggestions about issues it should address in its planning effort. Send online comments to sanjuanislandnm@blm.gov. By U.S. mail, send comments to BLM Lopez Island Office, 37 Washburn Place, Lopez Island, WA, 98261. You can also give the BLM a call at (503) 808-6333.

Public Meetings Weds., March 11 • Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., DH Community Center.

Thursday, March 12 • Orcas Island Park & Recreation District, 4 to 6 p.m.,

Eastsound Fire Station. • Port of Orcas Commissioners, Airport , 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 19 • OPALCO Board of Directors regular meeting, Eastsound office, 9 a.m.

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To the Editor: Thank you to the Orcas community Ting Zimmerman and family wishes to thank everyone who came to honor Tom Zimmerman at the American Legion on Feb. 28. Special thanks to James Scheib and his wife Jessica for coordinating the memorial. We also wish to extend our gratitude to the Marine Corps Legion from Whidbey Island who came. Special thanks to all who prepared food and contributed to the ceremony in some way. The memorial was comforting to all of Tom’s loved ones who were able to attend. Tom loved the Orcas community and we thank all of those that made it such a wonderful place for him to live. Zimmerman family

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Community briefs Plan for your summer tomatoes Join Orcas Master Gardeners for a presentation by Danah Feldman on March 16 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Eastsound Firehall. Feldman will share her secrets for growing and ripening tomatoes in the Northwest. Feldman produces enough tomatoes to eat them fresh daily during the growing season, and plenty to roast, dry and sauce to use in abundance during the rest of the year. She has been growing food organically for more than 30 years on Lopez Island. Her home has a productive vegetable garden, mature orchard, more than 8,000 square feet of perennial flowerbeds and a wide variety of ornamental trees and shrubs, with three ponds and a greenhouse.

Time to grow veggies Diane Downie and Paul Shelley will present “Getting Started with Organic Vegetable Gardening in the Pacific Northwest” at the Garden Club’s meeting on March 18 at 10 a.m. in the Madrona Room of Orcas Center. For more than 20 years, Downie and Shelley have intensely farmed their one-third-acre lot near Tacoma. They have been growing and preserving prodigious amounts of organic vegetables on their suburban plot. They will speak on

natural approaches to vegetable gardening, including how to build soil for raised beds, rotate planting schemes, incorporate vertical gardening and use organic methods to deal with pests and bugs. They also will have tips and tricks for growing the notoriously difficult tomatoes and peppers.

Writers Roundtable “The Kitchen: Writing From Our Lives And Imaginations” will be held on Saturday, March 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Library with facilitator JoEllen Moldoff. The kitchen, and what happens (or happened) in it, is a rich resource for writing in a variety of genres, including story, personal essay, creative non-fiction, memoir and poetry. In this theme-based Writers Roundtable, we will use the kitchen as a springboard. Writing samples will be provided for discussion, and to inspire new work.

Poetry class Do you love poetry? Do you write poetry? Or are you a bit afraid of it? Whichever category you fall into, a three-part poetry course at Lopez Library may just surprise and delight you. Orcas Island’s JoEllen Moldoff, who coordinates the Writers’ Roundtable, is offering the poetry course, with each session devoted

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County council members take interests to Olympia Since the state legislature convened in mid-January, San Juan County Council Member Jamie Stephens has traveled to the state capital at least once every other week to lobby for the county’s interests in issues ranging from capital projects to jet noise. With budget shortfalls at all levels of government, and large and small counties jostling for attention, Stephens says, “It’s important that we show up to remind the legislature we are out here and that we have unique challenges.” In January, Stephens took the council's top three capital project priorities to Olympia and two of the three proposals are still alive: funding for the construction of the Pear Point-Turn Point connector road on San Juan Island, and funding for a feasibility study for the relocation of MacKaye Harbor road on Lopez. Funding for construction of the Orcas Village Park and Ride project did not make the legislature's first cut this year. However, Stephens remains optimistic about winning funds for the first phase of the Eastsound stormwater project. Stephens is also hopeful that the legislature will approve a measure that would automatically include San Juan County in the state's Public Employees Benefits Board. That could help stabilize the cost of the county's employee health insurance coverage. Though face time with the governor is at a pre-

mium during the legislative session, last month Stephens was able to arrange a one-on-one meeting with Gov. Jay Inslee to discuss issues with the new ferry reservation system and the jet noise problem from Whidbey Naval Air Station. Inslee arranged for Stephens to meet with his military policy advisor. Additionally Stephens has met with the Governor’s transportation policy and public safety advisors about regulations on the transport of licensed marijuana products via the state ferry system. As a member of the Washington Association of Counties legislative steering committee, Stephens has more clout in dealing with broader issues. “We're facing budget issues that affect all county governments,” Stephens said. “Because the state has been trying to cover its own budget shortfalls, the Public Works Assistance Fund has been cleaned out, we've lost money from liquor sales and other sources of shared revenue have been reduced.” Another concern results from the decision to combine the state's chemical dependency programs with mental health programs. “There are a lot of pieces to that puzzle, and we need to make sure there is adequate funding for the regional networks that provide those vital services to our residents.” Stephens is San Juan County's primary voice to the legislature, but Councilman Rick Hughes has joined the lobbying

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elementary school room 411 on Tuesday, March 31. The purpose of the screening is to identify any factors that may interfere with your child’s learning, growth and development. The screening can help identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses, providing suggestions for home or possible further evaluation. Quick centers are set up to guide children through enjoyable pre-academic, motor and speech/language activities and answer parent questions. The screening process usually takes about 45 minutes. Following the screening, you will receive feedback in about a week. To schedule an appointment, call Roann at 376-2286 at Orcas Island Elementary Office.

to a contemporary poet. Called “Poets Teaching Poets,” the interactive classes are open to everyone on Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.: March 21 (poetry of Mary Oliver), March 28 (William Stafford’s poems) and April 4 (writings of Naomi Shihab Nye). This event is presented by the Lopez Library, SHARK REEF Literary Magazine and the Lopez Bookshop. Participants are encouraged, but not required, to attend all three classes, and to make a small donation to the Lopez Island Library.

Screen for preschool There will be a developmental screening for children ages 3 to 5 at the

effort. A bill Hughes advocated, to allow road funds to fund the construction and maintenance of marine facilities in the islands, was passed by the House of Representatives. “One tough lesson I've learned here,” Stephens said, “is that until a bill gets to the Governor's desk, anything can happen at any time.” Stephens has spent time in Olympia in past years, although he said, “I have to say, this is the first year that I really understand how the process works.” Stephens' effectiveness has been recognized by representatives from other

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Gov. Jay Inslee with council member Jamie Stephens (shown right). counties and, in addition to his position on the WSAC legislative steering committee, he was selected to the WSAC's Coastal Caucus. That group includes 14 Coastal Counties ranging from King and Whatcom Counties to Grays Harbor and Pacific. Among his activities on behalf of the Coastal Caucus he has been testifying before the House Committee for the Environment on behalf of HB 1449. That bill would

fund oversight and improve safety precautions on marine and rail transporta-

tion of oil. The 2015 legislative session is scheduled to end on April 26.

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passages 61. Change the look of 62. Haunt Down 1. Son of David and Bathsheba 2. Fictitious reason 3. "Two Women" Oscar winner 4. Aardvark fare 5. ___ el Amarna, Egypt 6. Early Christian ascetics who lived on top of high pillars 7. Bloodstream masses causing obstructions 8. Formerly known as 9. "___ be a cold day

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Orcas Center honors volunteers ‘Understanding

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L-R: Christopher and Adia Dolan, winners of the Margaret Exton Award for exceptional volunteer involvement. Cali Bagby, winner of the Bunny Award for outstanding performer of 2014, with her trophy.

Orcas Center honored its volunteers during a celebration dinner on March 8. Executive Director Kara O’Toole talked about what’s coming up this season; the many classes and workshops available, the center’s relationships with the Orcas Island Public Library, Crossroads, Orcas Choral Society, Garden Club and the Orcas Island Film Festival and developing associations with the Senior Center, the Funhouse Commons, OPAL and OIEF through the funding of the high school theatre arts class. Attendees enjoyed a meal prepared and served by the center’s board of directors. The next major production opens this week with “The Miracle Worker” in the OffCenter Stage, March 12 to 14 and 19 to 21 at 7:30 p.m. A highlight of the evening was volunteer recognition and Orcas Center’s “Oscar” awards. The Margaret Exton Award for exceptional volunteer involvement went to Christopher and Adia Dolan, a fatherdaughter team who gives tirelessly both on and off stage. Adia is 16 years old. The Bunny Award for the outstanding performer of 2014 went to Cali Bagby, who was featured in three major productions: “39 Steps,” “Moulin Rouge in concert” and “A Christmas Carol.” The winners gave emotional speeches that left the audience in tears.

Dementia’ class The class “Understanding Dementia” will provide a basic understanding of dementing illnesses and teach you how to interact and communicate with people with whom you live, work, and play. The class will be held on March 14 at the Orcas Senior Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A sack lunch is suggested. Call Hearts and Hands (Didier Gincig) for more information at 376-7723. Shelly Zylstra, planning firector at the Northwest Regional Council, will lead the workshop. Zylstra has worked with

older adults for nearly 30 years and is a popular speaker throughout the United States. The day will cover how the most common type of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, can impact many aspects of the day to day lives of people you love. Learn about caregiver techniques to manage behaviors and to assure good communication. Find out what you can do to make your neighbor’s life a little better. Finally, understand how to think about long-term options for care and services.

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pens on Saturday, March 28, starting at 12 p.m. at The Funhouse Commons in Eastsound. This free family event is open to the public and features gizmos and gadgets, marvels and wonders of the science world. There is something to interest all ages, say organizers. Learn from the event’s featured guest, entomologist or “bug scientist” Don Ehlen and his amazing insect safari. He will share cool facts about our creepy crawly friends. View his extensive display of preserved specimens and live insect “guests.” K-12 students from Orcas, and neighboring

islands, have been working hard to perfect their projects. “Wandering Wizards” will be present to judge all the entries and cast votes for the Richie Moore Rocket Ship of Wonder award, which is presented annually to the “best of show” entry. For the 10th year in a row, the Funhouse is awarding $2,000 in scholarships to the top three high school or middle school student entries. This year they will be giving away iPads to three of the winners as well. Everyone who enters receives a certificate and a science-related prize. All sorts of amazing demonstrations and exhibits are on display throughout the Funhouse grounds by students and adult islanders. Check out the Bed of Nails, witness a drum implosion and enjoy all the fantastic projects by local students. For rules and sign-up forms visit www.funhousecommons.org or email rebecca@thefunhouse.org. Entry forms are due by March 24.

On March 13, Orcas Island Celebrate Recovery will open the mic to another Celebrate Recovery leader from Mount Vernon, Barbara. She will share her personal testimony from mourning to joy, a 20-year journey. Both men and women have gained tremendous insight and steps to healing from her story, say organizers. Join them at 6:30 p.m. for a meal prepared by chef Michael Lewis. All are welcome. Celebrate Recovery meets each Friday evening at the Orcas Senior Center, 62 Henry Road for an evening of food, fellowship, music, testimonies, prayer, study and small group with a biblical and balanced program that helps overcome hurts, habits and hang-ups. For more information contact Paul at Celebrate.Recovery.Orcas@gmail.com.

Personal training gym opens by CALI BAGBY Assistant editor

Stephen Forsythe opened a gym on Orcas because he wants to help people get healthy. After 20 years of training in gyms with athletes competing in the fitness world, Forsythe felt he would have something to offer this community. While living in Idaho, Forsythe also trained under a former Mr. Universe in

Idaho and helped design a gym. It is those experiences that motivated him to open his new business, “The Art of Training,” which he opened this winter in the building located on Urner Street across from Key Bank. He describes working out as a “journey to educate and inform each person who aspires to have a more authentically pleasing and healthy functioning physique.” “The Art of Training” is not a gym where people can walk in and workout on their own, but rather a place where Forsythe offers personal training with equipment and free weights. He said it’s important to increase bone density especially as you age. Equipment is designed to

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Mark Stanton Edmonds

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Our dear Mark Stanton Edmonds left the world on Oct. 24, 2014, after a brave year of treatments against stomach cancer. Mark was born on Dec. 1, 1954, to Glenn and Sara Edmonds of Corsicana, Texas. He grew up alongside two sisters, Caron and Michelle, and a brother, David. He became independent early on in life, developing a stubborn drive to work hard and succeed that defined the man he would become. Though his first attempt to land a construction job was rejected, he kept coming back to sweep the floors day after day, until they put him on the payroll. This start turned into a carpentry apprenticeship that ignited a passion for building and light the path ahead he would follow. Years later he would build a successful construction company of his own. His work, known to be creative, inventive and robust, stands

Dori passed away on Feb. 14, 2015 in Alameda, Calif. Perhaps appropriately she chose to depart this world on the day that her husband Len, who predeceased her in 1993, unfailingly presented her with a large flowery Valentine card. Dori and Len retired to Orcas in 1989 and were passionately devoted to the island and its natural beauty. Dori was an active member of the Hardy Hikers, the Garden Club, the Deer Harbor Auxilliary and the Preservation Trust. Her German apple cakes were legendary for bringing in top dollar in fundraisers. Dori moved to California in 2011 with great reluctance as her health declined. She continued to enjoy birding, art and classical music and followed Orcas events with interest. In accordance with her wishes, her ashes, with her cat Jack’s, will be scattered

on Orcas and no services will be held. For those who would like to remember her, a donation to the San Juan Preservation Trust, sjpt.org or the Audubon Society, audubon.org, would be very much appreciated.

Walmsleys celebrate 50 years together Peter and Dixie Walmsley celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary with their son Joe and 50 friends at the West Sound Community Hall on Saturday, March 7. Martin Lund and Grace McCune entertained with jazz from the 60’s. Pete and Dixie have lived on Orcas for over 25 years. They are pictured at right with their son Joe.

Free boating safety course The San Juan County S h e r i f f ’s D e p a r t m e n t Marine Division and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will be offering an opportunity to attend a free boating safety education class. The class will be held on March 21 at the Orcas Ferry Landing meeting room (next to Eclipse Charters). The class will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and only one six-hour class is required to complete certification. This class is recommended for people who are new to boating, families that enjoy weekend boating adventures or seasoned boaters who would just like to brush up on their safe boating knowledge. This is a classroom-based safety course and will not include any on-the-water experience. Upon successful

completion of the class and exam, participants will be issued a certificate that will qualify them for the mandatory Washington State Boater Education Card. This card is required of

all boaters born after Jan. 1, 1955 that will be operating a vessel of 15hp or greater. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. Contact David Tribolet at 376-3994.

David Church David Church, 66, of Orcas Island, passed away suddenly on Feb. 26, 2015. He was born August 18, 1948 to Woodrow and Joan (Parkinson) Church, in Pound, Va. Dave met Theresa Kean and they were married on July 27, 2002 in Olga, Wash. Dave came to Orcas Island and fell in love with it as well as his beautiful wife. He went on to work for Eastsound Sewer and Water. He loved his job and he loved working with the public. Dave loved to fish, crab and just about anything that had to do with the water. He loved tinkering with just about anything. He was a collector of many things. Dave was a motorcycle enthusiast. He loved to take long rides on those beau-

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the test of time in large scale celebrity houses and projects such as the Longhouse on Lummi reservation and Raven Lodge at Mt. Baker ski area. Besides building, Mark’s other passions included the outdoors, his motorcycles, his garden, the environment, his community and his family. Mark and Nancy were both single parents in January of 1988 when they met at a party in Southern California. They had struck up conversation while their kids played upstairs, but when they heard crying both of them went running. As they found the kids they breathed a sigh of relief to see that everything was ok, but at that moment they had no idea they were looking at the beginning of a new family and loving future together. Mark and Nancy courted for the next 10 months, until one day she accepted his invitation to relocate to the San Juan Islands where he had work waiting

for him. One year later, Mark and Nancy would hike up Sunrise Rock Mt. Constitution to greet first light for the first time, as husband and wife. As we come to terms with the recent passing of Mark, shock and tremendous loss is felt by so many in the community who knew the strong, generous, humorous man and the impact he made. But his family knew a love and selfless devotion no one else could, and this legacy will be forever honored and cherished by wife Nancy, and children August, April, Megan, Sunny and Cody. Mark loved to laugh and never spared you his brand of playful cynicism. He spoke his mind but always wanted the best for the ones he loved. He was fiercely imaginative yet responsible to no end, always showing up yet always staying wild. And now he's truly free. We love you forever, Mark. A memorial will be held on March 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at 885 Bartel Road. Bring a story.

tiful sunny afternoons. He loved sitting on the beach with his wife watching the boats go by and the waves on a stormy day. He had a love for flight. Flying above the earth in his ultralight gave him the greatest pleasure. Most of all Dave LOVED his wife – “I love to fuss over her,” – he cherished her as well as he will be forever cherished, greatly missed, but always remembered.

Dave is survived by his wife, Theresa; children, Mendi (Justin), Joshua, Bruce, Crystal and William “Billy”; grandchildren, Kylie, Taylor, Michael and Ellie Lynn; sister, Karen (David) Mariano; several other family members. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Share your memories of Dave and sign the online guest register at www.lemleychapel.com.

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Vikings Softball team doubles players from last year by MARTY ZIER Sports contributor

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Back row, left to right: Tori Sturk, Emily Nichols, Bethany Hansen, Jess Nichols and Evie Hance. Middle row, left to right: Katrina Schiller, Alyssa Johns, Violet Sturk, Chela ScheckelMohler, Katy Minnis, Jacqueline Figueroa, Emma Minnis, Joann Mietzner and Ella Nelson. In front: Emy Carter, Kilee Rogers, Hannah Brunner-Gaydos, Alenna Garcia and Gabi Carver. Not pictured: Coach Jason Nichols.

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Baseball team looking at a strong season by MARTY ZIER Sports contributor

Resurrecting the baseball program at Orcas High School has been the focus of third-year head coach Jim Passer. The young Vikings have had respectable records every year under Passer, placing mid-pack in a talented league. But this season looks even better. “This year we look good on paper,” Passer said. “I feel good about the season. A core group of players worked hard in the off-

season. We have 16 guys, but we are still young with only one senior. Last year we had no seniors and three eighth graders, so the entire team is returning.” Looking at the league, Friday Harbor remains a powerhouse. “Other teams in the league have lost a lot of players and there is no reason we cannot be at the top of the mix,” Passer said. The Vikings start their season with a double header March 20 at Shoreline Christian. Melanie Flint/Contributed photo

Photo at right: back row, left to right, Hayden Simpson, Michael Harris, Leif Gustafson, Kellen Maier, Jordan Randolph, assistant coach James Segault, Pasha Bullock. Front: Matthew Mullan, Anthony Kaskurs, Ivan Bullock, Kyle Masters, Demitri Pence, Miles Harlow, Stephen Bodenhamer, Assistant Coach Danny McAndrew. Not pictured: Coach Jim Passer.

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Second-year coach Dan Drake says a talented group of players has returned for the season opener against Friday Harbor on March 12. Orcas faces tough league competition from Cedar Park Christian, LaConner and Friday Harbor in the Northwest 1A/2B League. Back row, left to right: Coach Bob Nutt, Rowan Lister, Daniel O’Brien, Luke Bronn, Quinn Kissell, Serei O’Toole, Coach Dan Drake. Front row: Emily Toombs, Mara Nutt and Lexi Pence.

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‘The Miracle Worker’ St. Patty’s Day events opens at Orcas Center Orcas Center has brought to the island theater from London, opera from New York, dance from Russia and now from the Island itself, the classic American play, “The Miracle Worker,” with a stellar all-local cast. This powerful play opens on the OffCenter Stage on Thursday, March 12 with additional performances Friday and Saturday, March 13 to 14, Thursday and Saturday, March 19 to 21 at

7:30 p.m. This profoundly moving play by William Gibson is directed by Robert Hall and based on Helen Keller’s autobiography. Stormy Hildreth (Helen Keller) and Aaimee Johnson (Annie Sullivan) lead the all local cast which includes Tom Fiscus, Kellen Comrie, Gillian Smith, John Cunningham and Cat Gillian. In Alabama, an illness

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renders infant Helen Keller blind, deaf and mute. Pitied and badly spoiled by her wealthy Southern parents, Helen is not disciplined, so by age six she is a wild, angry, tantrum-throwing child. The Kellers hire Annie Sullivan from New York City to serve as governess and teacher. “One word and I can put the world in your hand,” Helen’s teacher tells her with fervor. Through Annie’s fiery persistence and unflagging love, Helen learns to trust, discipline herself and to use her hands to make signs to communicate. “What drew me to this play, though, was something else,” said from Director Robert Hall. “Ultimately, this is a family drama about a broken, defeated family and the story of how a mom and dad struggle to communicate with their daughter. They fight, they break, they give up. Fight, break and give up over and over again. Years of fighting to help a child they love. Years of trying to get through to her. Years of loss and pain. This play is about a broken family finally finding a way to heal itself. And I think we can all relate to that.” Tickets are $15, $11 for students, $2 off for Orcas Center members, and may be purchased at www.orcascenter.org or by calling 3762281 ext. 1 or visiting the Orcas Center Box Office.

The 15th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Eastsound will be held on Tuesday, March 17. So, if you are Irish, wish to be Irish or grateful not to be Irish, please join the group for the “Wearin’ O’ the Green.” The parade-goers will gather at 11:30 a.m. at the Island Market parking lot. Bring your pet, your horse or your antique car. The parade will commence at noon. Being a work day, some folks are on their lunch break. The group will end up at the Lower Tavern to sing songs. On Saturday, March 14, the White Horse Pub is hosting the Celtic band Fire Inside

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from Anacortes. The music starts at 9 p.m. On March 15, the Crow Valley String Band will play at 5 p.m. Families are encouraged to attend. On March 16 at 8 p.m., Josh Brown will host an Irish open mic. Opening right after the parade is over at 11 a.m. on March 17, there will be a voluntary dollar cover charge, which will be donated to the food bank. Last year they raised $147. That evening, the Dust Bunnies will play some Irish tunes along with their other music, and patrons can enjoy Irish dishes.

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ees offer workshops on planting and garden design, animal husbandry, permaculture and yoga. In the future, he hopes for more alternative waste management options to be approved by the county. Wild says Portland, Ore. is currently leading the way in allowing low-cost alternative waste management such as greywater and “humanure” systems with bioremediation, a practice that uses plants and bacteria to process waste. This spring and summer, Wild will have a booth at the farmers market to sell produce, display some of the homesteading accessories and educate potential buyers about his company’s offerings. For more information, visit www.cascadiahomesteads.com, call 472-0022 or email info@cascadiahomesteads.com.

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CALENDAR WEDS., MARCH 18 THUR., MARCH 12 CANCER SUPPORT: Group will

meet in the Community Church Fireside Room at 5 p.m. This is a monthly, no cost, confidential support group for anyone you know dealing with issues related to cancer. This month they will explore new cancer treatments and watch a video about the use of dogs for cancer detection. Call Bogdan or Carol at 376-4198 for more information.

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GROW VEGGIES: “Ready, Set, Grow Vegetables” with Diane Downie and Paul Shelley, presented by Orcas Island Garden Club, 10 a.m., in the Madrona Room of Orcas Center.

MON., MARCH 23 FINANCIAL LITERACY:

“Conversations on the Basics of Budgeting, Saving, and Investing” with Michael Kulper, a former CPA and retired college accounting instructor, 6 to 7:30 p.m., in the Orcas Library Conference Room.

SUN. – ONGOING ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Emmanuel Church. ADULT VOLLEYBALL: 7 to 9 p.m., Old Gym, $2.

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MON., MARCH 16 PIONEER CLUBS FOR KIDS: At Orcas Island Community Church, 6 to 7:20 p.m., for kids ages four through seventh grade. Clubbers will participate in skill-building activities, Bible stories, memory verses, crafts, games and other activities.

Local b-ball tourney Come support your basketball-playing islanders this Saturday, March 14 at both high school gyms. Between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., 10 teams square off for the chance to win the third annual 5-on-5 basketball tournament. There is a $2 entrance fee.

WEDS. – ONGOING AA: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. LIONS CLUB: Weekly lunch, 11:45 a.m., Legion. ANSWERS IN THE HEART: An S.L.A.A. 12-step recovery, 7 to 8 p.m., Episcopal Church. ADULT VOLLEYBALL: 7 to 9 p.m., Old Gym, $2.

THURS. –ONGOING STORYTIME: 11 a.m., library.

6:30 p.m. at Deer Harbor Community Club, March Potluck (St. Patrick’s Day theme). Grace McCune and Carolyn Cruso will be performing. Bring a dish to share, your place setting and beverage.

B-BALL TOURNAMENT: Come support your basketballplaying islanders at both high school gyms. Between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., 10 teams square off for the chance to win the third annual 5-on-5 basketball tournament. $2 entrance fee.

Emmanuel Church. KIWANIS: Tuesdays, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Community Church Family Center.

MON. – ONGOING to 6:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. AL-ANON: 7 p.m., 197 Main Street, Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church.

TUES. – ONGOING AA: For women, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., for men, 7 to 8 p.m.,

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: 5:30 p.m., Orcas Longhouse. AL-ANON: 5:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church.

FRI. – ONGOING AA: Noon, Community Church. AA: 5:30 p.m., Benson Hall, Emmanuel Church. CELEBRATE RECOVERY: 7 to 9 p.m., Orcas Island Senior Center.

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Emmanuel Church. Potluck last Saturday of the month.

Spring brunch with Orchid As part of the nationwide March for Meals campaign, on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. the Orcas Island Senior Center hosts a brunch prepared by Orcas Island chef Christina Orchid to benefit Meals on Wheels and More. The menu includes the following: Skagit strawberry blintzes, Red Rabbit Farm eggs benedict, breakfast potatoes, fresh cut fruit salad, thick cut bacon and oatmeal. Advance tickets cost $15 for adults and $7 for kids 10 and under. At the door they are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. Tickets are available at the Orcas Senior Center. All proceeds will support Meals on Wheels and More to help ensure that no senior goes hungry. Meals on Wheels and More supports the health and independence of older adults in Whatcom and San Juan Counties by: delivering nutritious meals to homebound adults age 60 and up; serving meals at local community centers and providing nutrition education All meals are provided on a donation only basis.

Orcas Island student named Washington ‘Aerospace Scholar’ Now in its ninth year, the Washington Aerospace Scholars program has announced that Holden Griskey Watson of Orcas Island High School is participating in phase one of the 2014-15 program cycle. WAS is designed to connect high school juniors with educational and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Watson applied in the fall of 2014, along with 212 student applicants from 112 different public, private and homeschool organizations,

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I recently had heart surgery at the University Of Washington Hospital. Dr. Don was he staff and residents of San Juan Rehab (Anacortes) my surgeon and was very helpful and kind while I was there. After my surgery, it send the warmest of going wishestoand thanks to IHOP in was apparent that I was need skilled rehabilitation before being able to go MountIVernon for tomaking a recent breakfast mostand I was not looking forward home. had been a skilled nursing facility“the before towonderful another stay knew it needed to beseating done. My did some looking around timebut of the year”. Preparing for daughter 17 and settled on San10Juan Rehabilitation Anacortes people, including wheelchairs, was noinsmall task at and I am so glad that she did! 9:30 am on a busy weekday. But the restaurant staff I really have enjoyed working with all of the staff at San Juan. They seem genuinely not only but dished platesapparent of patience, happy to did be that, at work and it’supvery that they work as a team. All of the humor andare various breakfasts the whole therapists wonderful andforhelpful butgroup, I especially appreciated working with with notNichols a frown PTA. or hintShe of confusion, of which we created Vanessa made therapy fun and ﬂy by. plenty! Andrea, our main server, was just a jolly, smiling elf My ravewith about San Juan the food. whomain chatted residents andisshowed the most caring heart. It is homemade and yummy! Having And apparently, Santa was in the restaurant that day too. In food that was enjoyable after a long day spirit ofwas thegreatly holidays, a table of complete strangers picked ofthetherapy appreciated. up the tab and quietly left before our group could extend our Iappreciation would recommend San Juan to for their generosity. anyone in need of rehabilitation after being in the and is saying Getting outhospital and about forthat a holiday breakfast is a huge treat in itself. With the help something as my family knows, I tend to of particular! these caring individuals it became one of the highlights of the season, one which be will be remembered long after the Christmas lights are taken down. ~Dee Harbour

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‘La Donna del Lago’ to stream Saints finish b-ball season The dazzling Joyce DiDonato and the stunning Juan Diego Flórez star in Rossini’s bel canto tour-deforce “La Donna del Lago,” in its first-ever Live in HD performance streaming live from the Metropolitan Opera to Orcas Center on Sunday, March 15 at 1:00 p.m. In this Rossini classic based on the work by Sir Walter Scott, DiDonato sings the titular lady of the lake role of Elena who is pursued by two men, with Flórez in his fifth Live

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OPAL Community Land Trust Independent contractor to provide recurring maintenance and emergency repairs for four buildings located at 286 Enchanted Forest Road, Eastsound. Year-round position averages 5 hours per week with periods of fewer and more hours. Requires ability to perform building repairs and knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems. Job description posted at www.opalclt.org/news. Submit proposal by Monday, March 23, 9 AM. 360-376-3191.

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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, January 27, 2015 the San Juan County Council enacted the following ordinance(s): ORDINANCE No. 01 -2015: AN ORDINANCE REGARDING CRITICAL AREA REGULATIONS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 2-2014 AND 16-2014 AND SAN JUAN COUNTY CODE 18.30.110, 18.50.150 AND 18.30.160. Summary: Ordinance Section 1 amends SJCC 18.30.110(C)(3)(a), the utility exemption applied within existing development areas (SJCC 18.20.040) by requiring compensatory mitigation in conformance with the requirements of SJCC 18.30.110(E) and setting forth certain mitigation steps. Ordinance Section 2 amends SJCC 18.30.150 Table 3.5 Item (u)(ii) per-

taining to sleeved and water-tight drainfield lines is amended by changing “yes” to “no” in the wetland column. Ordinance Section 3 amends a scriveners error in SJCC 18.30.160 Tale 3.8 Item (g) to change the word “wetland” to “FWHCA” because the table applies to Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas and to change “300” to “200” feet in SJCC 18.30.160(E)(7)(b)(ii) for internal consistency. 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) 370-7470.

This notice of adoption serves as the notice of publication required by RCW 36.70A.290(2). LEGAL NO. SJ619661 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder March 11, 2015. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CROSS DRIVE ROAD VACATION & ABANDONMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving testimony on a proposed Vacation. The public hearing will be held at the Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA on Monday, March 30, 2015 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 Vacation. After the public testimony portion of the hearing has ended, the Council will deliberate and consider modifications to the Vacation that are proposed by members of the public, county employees or the Council. The proposed Vacation 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 5 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 Vacation is filed at the Office of the County Council, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA and may be inspected and copies ob-

tained at the Council offices during each business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. A copy of the proposed Vacation will be mailed without charge upon request. For more information please contact the Clerk of the County Council at 360-370-7470 or the County Engineer at 360-370-0509. LEGAL NO. SJ619517 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder March 11, 18, 2015.

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Env. Checklist; DNS 03/25/15 Geotech Report LAND USE DECISIONS: Hearing Examiner Decisions: www.sanjuanco.com/cdp/hearingexdecisions.aspx Planning Commission decisions: http://www.sanjuanco.com/planning/planningcommissionactions.aspx County Council decisions: http://www.sanjuanco.com/council/ordinances.aspx and http://www.sanjuanco.com/council/resolutions.aspx BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED: Permits issued by the Department of Community Development are searchable at https://services.sanjuanco.com/Default.asp. Select “Citizen Services,” then “Permits and Inspections,” then “Permits Inquiry” and enter search parameters To search a date range, use two periods between the date entries, i.e., after “Issue Date,” enter 11/17/2014..11/21/2014 and after “Permit Status,” select “Issued.” This will return a table of permits issued for the date range in question. There is no need to enter a permit type, unless you want to narrow your search. There are also links available on our website. (San Juan County is providing this information as a public service, in recognition that there will be occasional down times due to system updates.) SEPA COMMENT AND APPEAL: Anyone desiring to comment on the SEPA Determination can do so by submitting a written statement to Community Development, PO Box 947 (135 Rhone St), Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 no later than the comment date specified above. The SEPA Determination may be appealed to the Hearing Examiner pursuant to SJCC 18.80.140 within 21 days of the date of the SEPA Determination. APPLICATION COMMENTS: Any file may be examined by appointment during regular business hours at the Community Development, located at 135 Rhone Street, Friday Harbor. Comment on Notices of Application can be submitted in writing to Community Development at P. O. Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA 98250, no later than the end date for project comments specified above. Requests for copies of project decisions or staff reports or requests to provide testimony in a public hearing for a project, may be made by contacting Community Development: (360) 378-2354 * (360) 378-2116 * Fax (360) 378-3922 dcd@sanjuanco.com NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in the Islanders Bank Administrative Building downstairs meeting room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor. Planning Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person desiring to comment prior to the hearing should submit a written statement to Community Development, PO Box 947, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may also be submitted at the hearing. A copy of the staff report for a hearing may be obtained from Community Development seven days prior to the hearing. NOTICE OF PERMITS: Information regarding all land use and building permits is available on the County’s website. A link is available on the Community Development homepage at: sanjuanco.com/cdp LEGAL NO. SJ1271897 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder, MARCH 11, 2015 PSEPA015-0002

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In Re the Estate of CHARLES TIFFANY KARPF, Deceased. NO. 15-4-00093-8 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 JUDGE: RAQUEL MONTOYA-LEWIS 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

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by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020 (1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION:

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February 25, 2015 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: CHARLES T. KARPF 2012 Barthuly Drive Mitchell, NE 69357 Attorney for Personal Representative: Erin Crisman Glass, WSBA #39746 Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC 300 North Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Whatcom County Superior Court, Cause No. 15-4-00093-8 LEGAL NO. S617083 Published: The Islands’ Sounder February 25, March 4, 11, 2015.

OPALCO Board Nominees OPALCO’s Committee on Nominations has named the following candidates for two Board of Director position openings in District 2 (Orcas, Armitage, Blakely, Obstruction, Big Double, Little Double and Fawn Islands): Winnie Adams, Randy Cornelius, Ed Sutton and Chris Thomerson. Members had until Monday, March 9, 2015 to file for candidacy by petition with 15 member signatures from District 2. Submit any petitions to Bev Madan at 183 Mt Baker Road, Eastsound, WA. LEGAL NO. S619950 Published: The Islands’ Sounder. March 11, 2015.

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