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Seattle judge weighs noise lawsuit By JESSIE STENSLAND
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Summer sails
Sailboats will return for the 33rd Annual Whidbey Island Race Week, which will be held in the waters off of Oak Harbor and Coupeville July 18-24. In conjunction with Race Week the historic schooner SUVA, captained by Mark Saia, will offer cruises. Reservations are required. For a complete article on Race Week, see page 20 of today’s Whidbey News-Times.
WIC scheduled to close on Navy base despite Murray plea By DEBRA VAUGHN
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Local military families who use the Women Infants and Children’s program, or WIC, will probably have to access the program off base beginning in October. For years, Navy families had easy access to the assistance program at an office on the Seaplane Base. The federal government decided to stop paying for other agencies to use SEE WIC, A12
The U.S. Department of Justice and an attorney representing a group of Central Whidbey residents squared off in federal court Wednesday in a battle over jet noise. U.S. District Court Judge Thomas Zilly heard from both sides in arguments over a preliminary injunction that the Citizens of Ebey’s Reserve, or COER, filed against the Navy in an attempt to halt aircraft touchand-go practice at the Outlying Field near Coupeville. COER claims that the noise from the EA-18G Growler is harmful to the health of those who live near the field. SEE LAWSUIT, A12
County may limit personal fireworks to July 3-5 By KATE DANIEL
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A ban on fireworks in Island County seems unlikely now after one commissioner changed his mind on the potentially explosive policy change. But the commissioners may have come to an agreement on two changes to the fireworks rules, one of which would limit discharge of personal fireworks to July 3-5. The three commissioners met Wednesday with Sheriff Mark Brown, who also serves as the county fire marshal. DAN MITCHELL, chief civil deputy prosecuting attorney for the county prosecutor’s office, also attended Wednesday’s
“I think to ask for an outright ban at this point, considering the feedback I’ve gotten from people in the community, from both islands, would be ill-advised.” Rick Hannold Island County Commissioner
meeting. Mitchell provided insight as to the language commissioners could consider if they decided to change the policy. During the meeting, Commissioner Helen Price Johnson asked Mitchell to present his proposal for wording when Commissioner Rick Hannold interjected.
THOUGH HANNOLD previously gave his support for a total ban on personal-use fireworks, he said he changed his mind after receiving a “considerable” amount of feedback from the community. “It’s very widely debated in the community,” he said. “But in my exuberance to put forth something that I thought would be enforceable by the sheriff and the prosecutor, I kind of lost track of who I really truly am and what I consider my core values, which are holding people responsible, making sure people are responsible for their own actions and holding them accountable. “I think to ask for an outright ban at SEE FIREWORKS, A13
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Ground broken for new Oak Harbor sewer plant By JESSIE STENSLAND jessie@whidbeynewsgroup.com
Work is underway this week on two projects related to the sewage treatment plant project. The parking lot behind the city-owned Whidbey Island Bank building on Pioneer Way has been transformed as trucks excavate soil. The area is the site of the future campus of buildings that will make up the treatment plant. Just down the road, workers are assembling 750 feet of plastic pipe as part of the outfall project. The pipes will someday transport the clean water from the plant to the bay. While the ground has been broken, City Engineer Joe Stowell said the ceremony probably won’t be until this fall. He said he wants to have more confidence in the look, cost and other aspects of the project before pulling out the golden shovels. The contractor recently completed 60 percent of the facility design, but a new cost estimate likely won’t be completed until September. One cost estimate earlier this year
came in higher than anticipated and raised some alarms, but Stowell cautioned that it was a preliminary number. “I’m highly confident that the number is going to be much lower than it was before,” he said. City staff and the contractors have been working with elected officials and community members to design the look of the buildings. Stowell said they will be asking the public for input at an open house scheduled for Aug. 12. Stowell explained that the contractors are digging down about five to seven feet. The primary goal, he said, is to identify any cultural resources that may be in the area. The results will help dictate what sort of soil stabilization method that is used at the site. The preferred method — which he calls a “stone column” — is less expensive, but it would be more disruptive to the soil if there are cultural resources — such as a Native American burial site — in the area. So far, the archaeologists on site haven’t found anything significant beyond some shell midden, he said.
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Workers excavate soil at the site of Oak Harbor’s new sewage treatment plant.
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Mayor, hospital candidates share perspectives at public forum By DEBRA VAUGHN
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The next mayor of Oak Harbor needs to mend fences with the City Council and communicate better with city employees — at least two candidates for the job agree on that. Voters had a chance to listen to mayoral candidates Bob Severns, a city councilman, and Martha Yount, a retired businesswoman, during a forum Thursday night organized by the League of Women Voters of Whidbey Island and Sno-Isle Libraries. The forum included candidates for the mayor of Oak Harbor and Hospital District Commissioner Position Two, both positions that voters will narrow to two finalists in the Aug. 4 primary election. OAK HARBOR MAYOR Forum attendees had no chance to gauge the third candidate for mayor because he wasn’t able to attend due to a prior commitment. Councilman Jim Campbell said he committed to hosting a Navy squadron reunion. Instead, he had a prepared statement read that listed off the high points of his resume. Mayor Scott Dudley isn’t running for re-election and, citing health issues, has been largely absent from the mayor job during the past few months.
The city is in the midst of dealing with a multimillion dollar sewage treatment project. As both candidates acknowledged, city employee morale is low. Yount said she’d like to stress public safety as the city continues to grow and a tax structure that is favorable to new businesses and senior citizens living on fixed incomes. Yount said she believes that her experience as a Navy wife prepares her to forge better relationships with base officials. She moved to Oak Harbor in 1967 with her husband and later opened the first computer store in the city, which she ran for almost two decades. Severns said he’d like to find a way to deal with Oak Harbor’s “deteriorating” roads. He’d also like the city to hire an economic development expert to help fill empty storefronts downtown and elsewhere. In fact, the city is in the process of hiring an economic development coordinator. Severns cites more than 40 years of experience in the title insurance and banking industries. He’s the retired past president of Chicago Title, which had seven branches in three counties.
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Bob Severns and Martha Yount, candidate for Oak Harbor mayor, answer questions during the candidates forum Thursday night. WHIDBEY GENERAL HOSPITAL BOARD Incumbent hospital commissioner Georgia Gardner, a CPA, is being challenged by a relative newcomer to the island and a vocal opponent of the public hospital district. Rob Born, a retired attorney, is so disenchanted with hospital officials he started his own website to which he posts articles on the problems he sees. He said he’s made dozens of public records requests and is treated “in a hostile manner.” Rita Drum said she moved to Whidbey Island about a
year ago after marrying a local doctor. She brings a background working in hospitals after earning a master’s degree in forensic examination. She’s currently working on an MBA. Whidbey General Hospital is embarking on a multimillion dollar expansion and dealing with tremendous changes in the healthcare industry. In recent years the board has been criticized for not being transparent enough. Gardner said that last claim is more hype than truth. “Ask for anything you want and see if you don’t get it,”
Gardner said. “Our meetings are open to the public. We hope you come.” Drum said the hospital’s openness seems reasonable and perhaps the problem is people aren’t sure how to ask the right questions. Born said it’s not transparency for the hospital board to hold its public meeting at 7 a.m. Mondays. Born suggested the hospital consider videotaping meetings and posting them online as many other public agencies do. All three candidates acknowledged that there
aren’t the resources to deal with people with mental health issues. “It’s common knowledge” that people with mental health issues are brought to the hospital and left, Drum said. Gardner described the situation as “inadequate” and “shameful.” She said the state needs to step up with more money. “We have no source of money,” she said. “We try to provide as we are able.” Born suggested the solution might be working with other regional entities to use their experts part-time.
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Reflecting on decades of animal rights activism By KATE DANIEL
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June Aries, an 89-year-old animal rights activist, first moved to Whidbey Island with her husband and son during WWII.
June Aries cracks open a beige three-ring binder filled with hundreds of newspaper clippings, dozens of letters, a few poems and several awards. “This is my life,” she said, gazing at the pages. The contents, like Aries’ work, is predominantly devoted to animal rights, activism and education. Communications from organizations and individuals ranging from the Humane Society to former President Bill Clinton and Senator Patty Murray are accompanied by certificates of appreciation from animal welfare groups. “That’s been my big concern all my life: animals,” she said. “So many people are raised without a single feeling for them, and it’s terrible with the cruelty that goes on.
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I’m always, always working toward getting better laws.” Before her husband Henry passed, he too was an activist, fighting alongside Aries for a variety of causes. The couple first moved to Whidbey when Aries’ husband was stationed on the island during WWII. He was a sailor who handled PB radio wires. The couple and their eldest son, one and a half years old at the time, lived in a small cabin in a row of four, just off of the beach. They had no running water, and Aries recalled using a dish pan for washing clothes, a wood stove for heat. Come December, Aries became pregnant with their second son. With no dry wood for warmth, she decided to move back to Seattle with her young child. “Now here I am, back on the island in my old age. But I’ve got running water,” she said with a laugh. Aries was born in Bellingham in 1926, just prior to the onset of the Great Depression. Throughout her childhood, Aries’ father, an electrician, moved with Aries and her mother to wherever employment was available. “I lived every place you could name for quite a few years,” she recalled. Though frequent moves could be taxing, she credited her father as a wonderful man who always provided for his family. Because her father ensured he always had work, she was one of the only stu-
dents to attend school with new shoes. “It was a sad time for a lot of people,” she said. Throughout her childhood, a dog named Toughy and, later, her puppy Baby Boy were her only constant companions. “The only thing I really had was a dog I loved so much,” she said. “I didn’t have many toys because they couldn’t cart those all over the place. But it didn’t really matter. As long as I had my dog, I was happy. That was my brother, my sister, my friend, the whole bit.” “I still love dogs, any dog there is,” she said. “It doesn’t matter what they look like. I just love them.” She’s had 26 dogs that she knows of. At one point, she had six at once. “I think people need to wake up and understand how brilliant they are,” she said. Aries said she can’t have a dog at her current Coupeville residence because she is unable to take him or her for walks, and doesn’t have a yard. “It’s not fair to a dog if you can’t get him outside exercising,” she said. But, an amicable cat keeps her company. “That cat is so funny; he thinks he’s people,” she said with a grin. When he’s given dinner, she said, he waits until she’s ready with her own plate. “I guess he thinks we’ve got to eat together,” she chuckled. Aries’ sense of humor is
as strong as her sense of compassion. If there is anything she’s serious about, it’s animals, she said. Throughout the years, Aries has worked with various organizations and political leaders in the interest of advancing animal rights. She’s received multiple gifts of framed photos and awards, but none are displayed in her home. She noted that doing so would seem off-putting to visitors, as though she was bragging. The fight to protect the wolves has been one of the most difficult for Aries. “I’ve had to fight hard for them,” she said. When Aries’ family moved to Alaska when she was 14 years old, she hiked into the forest to seek out wild wolves. “They don’t want any trouble,” she said. Indeed, according to Politifact.com, studies indicate there have been no wolfrelated deaths in the Rocky Mountain States, and wolfhuman attacks are rare. Wolves are vital to the ecosystem, Aries said, ensuring that other animal populations are kept in check naturally. Recent bouts of illness have been enervating for Aries, but her drive to help others is as steadfast as ever. She recalled a favorite quote by Albert Einstein: “Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.”
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Farm Day at 3 Sisters Farm!, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., July 18, at 938 Scenic Heights Road, Oak Harbor. Kids activities, barbecue, tours and more. All are welcome. Contact Jessica Muzzall at jessica@3sistersbeef. com or 360-678-5445 for more information. IDIPIC will present its next North Whidbey DUI/ underage drinking prevention panel on July 18 at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Seating begins at 12:45 p.m.; no late admittance. Open to all. The panel is required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and a guardian. For more information, call 360-672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org Meerkerk Rhodie Care Class, 10 a.m., July 18, at 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank. Susie Reynolds, nursery manager, will lead a class on rhododendron care. Bring hand pruners. Reserve a spot by calling 360-678-1912. Cost is $10 per student. NRA Basic Rifle Shooting class offered, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 18 and 19, at the North Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association range at 886 Gun Club Road. This is one of a series of monthly safety classes available to the public. This class introduces students to the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a rifle safely. The cost of the class is $25 and includes a book. Call John Hellmann at 360-675-8397 or email NWSA.Training@ gmail.com to register. www. northwhidbeysportsmen.org Giant Yard and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
July 18 at the Greenbank Progressive Hall, one block west of the Greenbank Store on the corner of Bakken Road and Firehouse Road. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the historic Greenbank Progressive Clubhouse maintenance fund. For more information or to donate items, call Karen at 360-678-4885.
Monday July 20
Astronomy for Everyone, 6:30-8:30 p.m., July 20, at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Free. For teens and adults. Learn basic astronomy principles and other selected topics from the Island County Astronomical Society. No experience necessary. Stayin’ Alive Dragon Boat Practice, 5:45 p.m., July 20, at the Oak Harbor Marina. Try out the paddling sport of dragon boating with the Stayin’ Alive team. The team’s mission is to promote the physical, social and emotional benefits of dragon boating. It has proven to be especially beneficial for cancer survivors. Practice up to three times for free. Life jackets and paddles provided. njlish@gmail.com
Tuesday July 21
Explore Summer: Small, but Mighty, 1-1:45 p.m. and 3-3:45 p.m., July 21, at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Free. Come explore heroes of all shapes and sizes with stories and activities. For children ages 6-11 and their caregivers. 360-675-5115 The Whidbey Island Camera Club will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m., July
21, at Oak Hall, Room 306, Skagit Valley College Whidbey Campus. The theme for July is shadows and bridges. Submit up to three photos for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@ hotmail.com Whidbey Island Camera Club is open to the public. Email tina31543@ comcast.net or visit us online at www.whidbeyislandcamera club.com
Wednesday July 22
Baby and Me Storytime, 9:30-10:15 a.m., Wednesday, July 22, at the Coupeville Library. Silly stories, happy songs, rhymes and activities that inspire a love of reading. For newborns through 24 months. Caregiver required. Free admission. 360-678-4911. Stayin’ Alive Dragon Boat Practice, 5:45 p.m., Wednesday, July 22, at the Oak Harbor Marina. Try out the paddling sport of dragon boating with the Stayin’ Alive team. The team’s mission is to promote the physical, social and emotional benefits of dragon boating. It has proven to be especially beneficial for cancer survivors. Practice up to three times for free. Life jackets and paddles provided. njlish@gmail.com Esplore Summer: Small, but Mighty, 1-2 p.m. and 3-4 p.m., July 22, at the Coupeville Library. Free. Come explore heroes of all shapes and sizes with stories and activities. For children ages 6-11 and their caregivers. Contact Leslie Bakker at lbakker@sno-isle.
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Teen Movie Matinee, 2-4 p.m., July 23, at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Free. Grab your friends and enjoy a free showing of the movie based on the classic book by C.S. Lewis. Free popcorn. Rated PG. 360-675-5115 The Whidbey AllIsland Community Band summer concert, 7 p.m., Thursday, July 23, at Windjammer City Beach Park. Free. Features a variety of music styles, including traditional military marches, classic pieces, popular tunes and some songs for dancing. Explore Summer: Family Storytime, 9:3010:15 a.m., Thursday, July 23, at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Free. Funny stories and action songs make you laugh and prepare your kids for reading. Playtime or crafts may follow. Ages 18 months and older with a caregiver. Family Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 23, at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Free. Contact Debbie Lagasse at dlagasse@sno-isle.org or 360-675-5115. Holland-America Koffie Klets 4th Thursday meeting, 4 p.m., July 23, at San Remo restaurant. Great conversation, koffie and specials to enjoy. Bring friends. 360-675-2552.
IDIPIC will present its next North Whidbey DUI/ underage drinking prevention panel, 6:45 p.m., July 23, at the Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room. Open to all and required by local driving schools for driver’s education student and parent. Call 360-672-8219 or visit www. idipic.org for more information.
Friday July 24
Crockett Lake Wetlands Work Party, 9 a.m. to noon, July 24, at East Crockett Lake Preserve, Coupeville. Join Land Trust volunteers to remove blackberries from Crockett Lake Wetlands. Bring work gloves. Tools, snacks and drinks will be provided. Contact the Whidbey Camano Land Trust at projects @wclt.org or 360-222-3310 for more information. Star Party for Help House, 7 p.m. to midnight, July 24, at Windjammer Park. Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, nebulas, planets and the moons through an assortment of telescopes. Island County Astronomical Society members will be on hand to answer questions and collect donations of canned food or money for the North Whidbey Help House. Contact Dan Pullen at 360-679-7664 or icas pub@juno.com, or visit www. icas-wa.webs.com Map It!, 2 p.m., July 24, at the Coupeville Library. Bring your imagination and escape the ordinary by creating a map of your
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IN OUR OPINION City needs citizens to regain interest in the new OH sewer plant Oak Harbor city leaders will soon be making some big decisions about the sewage treatment plant, and they need to hear from the public more than ever. Trouble is, it seems that a lot of people have lost interest in a project that the community has been discussing for years. Recent meetings on the subject have been scantly attended. City Engineer Joe Stowell said he’s trying to think of ways to lure more people to take part in an upcoming open house scheduled for Aug. 12. The time and place haven’t been determined yet. Door prizes? Toilet plungers, perhaps? While engineers get to design the inner-workings of the plant, city leaders are looking to citizens for their thoughts on what it should look like on the outside. Ideas include a campus theme with varied roof lines and architecture that incorporates both contemporary and traditional Northwest styles. Drawings of what the facility may look like are part of a Powerpoint presentation at www.oakharborcleanwater.org, the city’s website dedicated to all things sewage treatment related. Council members will be deciding whether the project should include a community meeting room or training facility; one proposal is to have a second-story, glassed-in space with views overlooking the park and water. It would increase the cost but would fill an economic-development need in the city for space for conventions or large gatherings. We think Oak Harbor could definitely use such a facility, one that seats at least 200. Another upcoming decision is how to handle the biosolids. The less expensive alternative is a de-watering process that reduces the solids to what is called “cake.” Stowell said it has the consistency of cow manure. The “cakes” would be trucked to Eastern Washington for safe and legal disposal. The other option is to install a dryer than would take out most of the water and heat it in the process, thus killing the bad bugs. Stowell said the resulting material is similar to Cheetos in size and texture. These solids would have a much smaller volume and would be safe to dispose of on the island. The city could conceivably sell it to landscapers or gardeners by the bag. Then there’s the vital question of what to call the facility. City officials use the euphemistic term “wastewater treatment facility,” presumably because the word “sewage” conjures unpleasant images. City staff also call it the “Clean Water Facility,” but it’s rather dull label. Councilman Rick Almberg referred to the project as a “poop palace,” but that didn’t catch on. Surely the community must be overflowing with ideas.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Island Transit
Former director is a ‘selfless warrior’ Editor, Seriously? The Island Transit board of directors wants to “ask for overpayment back” from Martha Rose? This is why I, and many others, loathe selfserving politicians. I was the finance manager for IT for 11 years before I retired in January 2010. The person who replaced me was the one who did not have a handle on IT’s cash and ran us into the ground. Although the board and state auditors sacrificed Martha, I am here to tell you they also did not see the problem. And we pay the state auditors tens of thousands of dollars annually to find and report these types of problems to us. During the 11 years that I worked with Martha, plus the five years since I’ve retired, she not once ever requested a contract raise. She only received the COLAs the rest of us received. If you ask the Washington State Patrol folks who did the audit on her vacation usage, they will tell you that she worked remotely almost every day of her vacations with her family
through the years. I did several wage surveys over the years, and Martha and I were both paid 15-35 percent less than comparable transit positions in Washington state. Although she would periodically upgrade my level to get closer to the average, She never upgraded her position to be more in line with the other transit CEOs. She is well-known for being super frugal with taxpayer dollars and never thought of herself. She has become one of my best friends because of the selfless warrior of the people that she is. Shame on those of you who conveniently forgot that. Sandra Kuykendall Coupeville
Fireworks
obnoxious illegal ones until 1:30 a.m. They can be heard for miles. Why don’t their neighbors call the police and stop them when they continue well past midnight? If the rules changed to 11 p.m., maybe they’d stop at midnight. They are so very loud it’s hard for us trying to sleep. Certainly someone knows who’s doing it. Those who don’t follow the rules are going to ruin it for everyone and they should be stopped. Before only sparklers were allowed. Thank you to everyone else who followed the rules and the advice to minimize the fireworks and played it safe. The smaller, quieter ones were much appreciated by man and beast. Ann Miller Coupeville
Those who break rules Article There are other causes ruin it for everyone that need attention Editor, Well, we got through the Fourth of July without too much property damage. Most everyone stopped their fireworks around 11 p.m. like they’re supposed to. As usual, though, there’s always some who keep setting off loud,
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Editor, In response to the recent Whidbey News-Times article on the success of the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce’s membership, wonderful! SEE MORE LETTERS, A7
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QUESTION
OF THE WEEK:
Where on Whidbey Island would you take a visitor? “Deception Pass. That’s my favorite spot at the beach.” Jessica Clarkson Fairbanks, Alaska
MORE LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CONTINUED FROM A6
As for the proposed addition of New Year’s Eve fireworks as a result of this success, I say “PISH!” Want to make this city proud? Feed and house the homeless, repair streets, install sidewalks or adopt a road. I could go on, but I think you get the gist of what I am suggesting. I love a great success story. I also love when it manifests into benefitting more, not so the case with many of us in regard to fireworks. Ginny Walters Oak Harbor
Greenbank Farm
This member of public unhappy with decision “Fort Ebey. Every time we have family come up that’s our favorite spot.” William Bertrand Oak Harbor
“West Beach. I like it because it’s serene and quiet. That’s where I saw my first eagle.” Brenda Campbell Oak Harbor
“Fort Casey. We love the fort and being able to fly kites. It’s a fun place.” Dana Williams Oak Harbor
“The beach at Deception Pass where you can look up at the bridge.” Jessica Moss and Mia, 9 months Oak Harbor
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Editor, Below is a letter I sent to David Day, executive director for the Port of Coupeville: Mr. Day, I am writing to correct apparent confusion on your part regarding public response to the decision of port commissioners John Carr and Marshall Bronson to end negotiations with the Greenbank Management Group. Recent newspaper articles cited you as saying the public response was largely positive. I am a member of the public and I wish to make clear to you and, through you to the commissioners, that my response is anything but positive. I consider this decision to be a travesty of the democratic process and a violation of the public trust smacking of collusion and prior decision on the part of the two commissioners. That two lame-duck — one non-elected — office holders can overturn nearly 20 years of collaboration and progress on the eve of their walking away from office is asinine. Clearly, Mr. Carr barely has a dog in this fight; but this will be the deciding
legacy, an act of violation of the public trust, for Mr. Bronson.
Gerald Swanson Port Townsend
Fighting fires
Draw on tried method to boost effectiveness Editor, During the Vietnam War, the military modified several C-130 aircraft to gun ships with much firepower. They would fly these aircraft in tight circles around a small ground target and direct their guns on that target. Why not borrow this technique to fight forest fires? Instead of bullets, it is pouring water, lots of water, on the target area, and accurately. The benefits are immense. Firefighters in the aircraft would have the ability to accurately put large amounts of water anywhere on the fire and with little wasted. Second, with a little imagination, one can visualize that, with an adequate number of tanker aircraft on the scene, a fire can be systematically and totally extinguished from one end of the fire line to the other in much less time, and solely from the air. Each aircraft working as a team would extinguish the gaps and other areas. With this capability there is no need to make fire breaks, etc., thus saving manpower. Also, since the aircraft can accurately deliver huge amounts of water to a small area on the ground, another ideal application of it is to fight structure fires where the fire has broken through the roof. Since this capability does not exist with today’s equipment, it should be considered a major breakthrough. The concept is to use large, used aircrafts like 747s, install a controllable
“water cannon,” an operator’s position, large tanks, a huge pump and plumbing. To maximize the amount of water that can be carried, all unnecessary items should all be removed. Since these tanker aircraft must fly circles around the target area, an enhancement of the GPS display would add a circle around the target spot whose diameter is chosen by the pilot. This will show where the aircraft is relative to the circle that is being flown, an aid to the pilot. Joseph Coomer Oak Harbor
Hospital
Thanks go to those who saved husband Editor, On July 3, it must have been around 10-10:30 p.m., there was a loud explosion of fireworks. I woke up to that, and the sound of my husband’s scream. I turned on the light and found his twisted body wedged beside the bed staring up with unseeing eyes. But he was breathing and the kind and calm 911 operator sent help. My thanks go out to all those wonderful men and woman who saved my husband and were there for me. The emergency personnel were all quick, calm, professional and kind. In the Critical Care Unit someone asked me if they could help and I said, “yes, bring my husband back,” and they did. One of the nurses even offered me a ride home. I wasn’t ready to leave my husband, but the offer was a special kindness. Even though I may not remember all of their names, I want to publicly thank them all. Thank you to the great gang at Whidbey General Hospital. Dorothy Auvil Oak Harbor
THEY REPRESENT YOU U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen: Washington, DC, office: 2113 Rayburn Office Building, Washington, DC 20515, 202-2252605. Everett office: 2930 Wetmore Ave. Suite 9F, Everett, WA 98201, 425-252-3188, Bellingham office: 119 N. Commercial St., Suite 1350, Bellingham, WA 98225 U.S. Sen. Patty Murray: Washington, DC, office: 154 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510, 202224-2621. Everett office: 2934 Wetmore Ave., Suite 903, Everett, WA 98201, 425-259-6515 U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell: Washington, DC, office: 311 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510, 202-224-3441. Everett office: 2930 Wetmore Ave., 9B, Everett, WA 98201, 425-303-0114 State Sen. Barbara Bailey: Olympia office: 109-B Irv Newhouse Building, PO Box 40410, Olympia, WA 985040410, 360-786-7618. Barbara.Bailey@leg.wa.gov State Rep. Norma Smith: PO Box 40600, Olympia, WA 98504-0600, 360-786-7884, norma.smith@leg.wa.gov State Rep. Dave Hayes: PO Box 40600, Olympia, WA 98504-0600, 360-786-7914, dave.hayes@leg.wa.gov Board of Island County Commissioners: PO Box 5000, 1 NE Seventh St., Coupeville, WA 98239, www.islandcounty.net • Commissioner Rick Hannold: 360-679-7353, district3@ co.island.wa.us • Commissioner Jill Johnson: 360-679-7354, district2@ co.island.wa.us • Commissioner Helen Price Johnson: 360-679-7354, district1@co.island.wa.us Oak Harbor City Council: 865 SE Barrington Dr., Oak Harbor, WA 98277, 360-279-4500, www.oakharbor.org
• Mayor: Scott Dudley • Council members: Rick Almberg, Danny Paggao, James Campbell, Beth Munns, Tara Hizon, Bob Severns and Joel Servatius Town of Coupeville: 4 NE Seventh St., PO Box 725, Coupeville, WA 98239, 360-678-4461, www.townofcoupeville. org • Mayor: Nancy Conard • Council members: Jackie Henderson, Bob Clay, Molly Hughes, Dianne Binder and Pat Powell Oak Harbor School District: 350 S Oak Harbor St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277, 360-279-5000, www.ohsd.net • Superintendent: Lance Gibbon, lgibbon@ohsd.net • Board members: Gary Wallin, Pete Hunt, Christine Abbott, Christine Cribb and Corey Johnson Coupeville School District: 501 S. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239, 360-678-4522. www.coupeville.k12.wa.us • Superintendent: Jim Shank • Board members: Christine Sears, Chris Chan, Kathleen Anderson, Glenda Merwine and Vanessa Matros Whidbey General Hospital: 101 N Main St., Coupeville, WA 98239. 360-678-5151, www.whidbeygen.org • CEO: Geri Forbes • Commissioners: Grethe Cammermeyer, Georgia Gardner, Nancy Fey, Ron Wallin and Anne Tarrant Port of Coupeville: PO Box 577, 24 Front St., Coupeville, WA 98277. 360-678-5020, www.portofcoupeville.org • Executive director: David Day • Commissioners: Marshall Bronson, John Carr and Mike Diamanti
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OBITUARIES
Vogt
Loretta L. Vogt
8/27/43 – 7/10/15 Loretta L. Vogt, age 72, passed away at home July 10, from ALS. She was born to Pauline and Leo Lambert on Aug. 27, 1943, in Santa Cruz, Calif. She enjoyed gardening, camping, boating, fishing, home-making, P.E.O., and First United Methodist Church of Oak Harbor. She is survived by her husband, Bob; son, Robert (Connie) Powers; son, Lawrence Powers Jr.; stepchildren Cheri Hollibaugh and Robert G. Vogt; grandchildren Mattie Powers and Autumn Rogers; and one great-grandchild. A big thanks to the ALS Foundation and Oliver Ross; and the Hospice of the Northwest team of doctors, nurses, bathing and volunteers. A Maple Leaf graveside celebration will be held at a later date for friends and relatives. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Foundation, Hospice of the Northwest and P.E.O.
LOOKING BACK: 125 YEARS during World War II, Eddie became successful in business as both a used and new car dealer in Seattle and Oak Harbor. He was respected as an excellent buyer, who handed on his love of cars to the next two generations. He was generous to his employees and active in the civic community, especially in the Elks Club of which he was a member for 55 years. He served as president of the Washington State Independent Auto Dealers Association and received several awards from the Chrysler Corporation. As a devout Catholic, Eddie served as an usher in Seattle, at St. Augustine Church in Oak Harbor, and in Palm Springs. He was very supportive of his family, especially his grandchildren, who loved to visit with him. Although he was, in many ways, a simple and shy man, Eddie was filled with practical wisdom and was capable of making friends with people from all walks of life. We will remember his charm, sentimentality and his touch of class. The funeral and burial were held in Seattle on July 7. A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on July 21, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 185 N. Oak Harbor Street.
Edward Joseph Bawyn
Edward Joseph Bawyn was born in Stephenson, Mich., on Nov. 14, 1926 and died on June 30 in Coupeville. Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Lambert Bawyn and Lillian Braley; his brother, Floyd Bawyn; infant son, Dale; and his devoted wife of 49 years, Connie Bunker. He is survived by his children, Rev. Anthony Bawyn of Seattle, Gerard Bawyn of Skagit County and Bobbie Wear (Tim) of Stanwood; loving partner of 19 years, Geraldine Bintliff; granddaughters, Andrea and Brittany Frounfelter; sister, Shirley Linser; and many nieces and nephews. After serving in the Army
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Baldauf
Aletha Ann Baldauf
March 31, 1955 – July 2, 2015 All who knew Ann Baldauf are invited to a celebration of life get-together at her “Magical Place” beginning at 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2015. For location and information please contact 360-675-3432.
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1811 NE 16th Ave Oak Harbor, WA 360-675-3447
Island County Sheriff: ‘Public dances are fast becoming a menace to decent society’
Here’s what was happening in the news this week:
100 years ago
n The Oak Harbor Fruit Growers Association cannery on the Maylor dock was a site of bustling activity as 25 people, mostly boys and girls, peeled beets for the cans. Peelers were paid between $1 to $1.50 per day depending upon their nimbleness. Other wages at the cannery reportedly ranged from $4 to $1.50. The cannery was expected to provide a boost to the Oak Harbor economy. n Sheriff Armstrong and his deputies declared their intent to “enforce decency” at public dances in Oak Harbor. No “rough stuff” or “suggestive dances” would be permitted. It was editorialized that, “public dances are fast becoming a menace to decent society.” n The Coupeville Times had commented upon Oak Harbor’s “convivial condition” during Fourth of July celebrations, saying that no such thing had occurred in Coupeville since its incorporation, and that there was “no excuse” for it in Oak Harbor. Sheriff Armstrong had brought two men to the county bastille to sober up. One of the men was a Coupeville resident. The Oak Harbor News referenced another instance in which citizens of Coupeville had not upheld the county seat’s ideal as a sober town. During the past winter, a Coupeville youth and his friends had “got on a glorious jag” and “fought and raised old Ned till after midnight” after drinking a jug of gin they’d stolen from the wharf.
75 years ago
n Art Case and his three sons attempted to raise their largest flock of turkey yet — 10,000 birds. The turkeys required about three tons of food per day in addition to their range grazing. It was the family’s fourth year of raising turkeys. n Berry pickers were thought to be the cause of numerous brush fires in Western Washington. The state
forester cited 52 fires that had been traced to that source. Forester T.S. Goodyear is quoted as saying, “The wild berries of Washington are the finest in the world and sometimes I am forced to believe that the people who pick them are as wild as the berries.” Goodyear elaborated, saying that carelessly tossed cigarettes and campfires left burning were the main causes of the fires.
50 years ago
n The State Parks and Recreation Commission purchased two sites for state parks: Fort Ebey and Fort Warden near Port Townsend. Fort Ebey was purchased from the General Services Administration for $57,500. The purchase of Fort Ebey was the culmination of a long struggle to have the area established as a park. Several local clubs and chambers of commerce had advocated for its establishment. n Local ferries experienced a record high amount of traffic over the July 4 weekend. Nearly 12,000 cars and 21,000 passengers used the Washington State Ferries on the Mukilteo-Columbia beach route. During the same four days the year prior, the total count was 10,269 cars and 17,983 passengers.
25 years ago
n Whidbey Island’s game farm was set to close due to budget cuts. The Eastern Washington game farm in Lewis County was also facing potential closure. The two were the only remaining game farms in the state. n A helicopter from Whidbey Island Naval Air Station rescued a 13-year-old girl who had fallen 200 feet down a cliff at West Beach. Though others had died after falling from the same cliff, the girl sustained only minor injuries. n The Town of Coupeville was scheduled to vote on whether to merge with Island County Fire District No. 5. The merge would mean residents would incur a tax of $1.05 per 1,000 assessed property value for Coupeville residents.
CHURCH NOTES n Camp Discovery — Jesus at Work Through Us VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, 9 a.m. to noon, July 20-24, at Concordia Lutheran Church, located at the corner of NE 7th Avenue and Oak Harbor Street. Open to children ages three through 12. Contact the church office for information. 360-675-2548. n Oak Harbor Assembly of God is accepting registrations for VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL. The Vacation Bible School is open to children in grades kindergarten through fifth and will take place from 6-8:30 p.m., July 27-31. Free. For more information and to register, contact the church at 360-675-4852 or visit www. oakharborag.com n The Coupeville United Methodist Church will offer G-Force, a FREE VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL for children ages four and older. G-Force lets kids explore how to put their faith into action. In this mission-focused program, children experience God’s unstoppable love and discover how to fuel up and move in and through life with God. The main Bible verse for G-Force is Acts 17:28a, “In God we live, move, and exist.” A life with God is one of movement! The Vacation Bible School will be held 9:30 a.m. to noon, July 27-31. To enroll, call the office at 678-4256, send an email to cumc3@frontier.com, or visit our website at coupevilleumc.org
n Climb to Everest with VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL at Oak Harbor First United Methodist Church. The church is located at 1050 SE Ireland St. School will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 3-7. Open to all children ages three (must be potty trained) through 12. Sign up at: oakharborfumc.org Contact Kathi Winnenberg at 224-730-0858 or Jake Howell at 503-910-5887 for more information. n OAK HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL is currently enrolling preschool and elementary students for the upcoming 2015-16 school year. OHCS is committed to high academic standards and biblical principles and has been in operation since 1938. For registration information, call the school office at 360-675-2831. n LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL is currently accepting registrations for three-year-olds in the morning class and four-year-olds in both morning or afternoon classes. Don’t delay, class sizes are limited! Call 360-675-2548 or visit www.concordialutheranwhidbey.org n His Kids PRE-SCHOOL REGISTRATION at Oak Harbor Lutheran Church for the 2015-16 school year is open. His Kids PreSchool, a play and learn environment, has offered early childhood education for more than 20 years. There is a registration fee of $100 at the time of signing your child up. Please contact
the church office or visit our website for further information. 360-679-1561 or www.oakharborlutheran.com n YOUTH ACTIVITIES at Coupeville United Methodist Church are at 5 p.m. Sunday nights. There will be games, music, crafts and Christian education. Special activities are planned for taking the teens to beaches, forests and other activities. All youth grades six through 12 are welcome; they don’t need to have an affiliation with the church or attend any church. For more information, call Church Life Coordinator Suzanne Loomis at 360-678-4256. n WHIDBEY ISLAND FRIENDS (QUAKERS) hold their regular meeting for worship 4-5 p.m. Sundays at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 Highway 525, two miles north of Freeland. This time of silent worship together may include spoken messages. For more information, visit www.whidbeyquakers.org or email Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey. com n Oak Harbor’s CHRISTIAN SCIENCE READING ROOM, 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, is open for study and prayer 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays. More information can be found at christianscience.com, christiansciencewhidbey.com or call 360-675-0621.
WHIDBEY
SPORTS
GAME OF THE WEEK
GOLDEN GIRL jwaller@whidbeynewsgroup.com
Oak Harbor native Marti Malloy geared up for the world judo championships next month by winning the gold medal in the 57kg class in the Pan American Games Sunday, July 12, in Toronto. A medal at the worlds, which take place Aug. 24-30 in Astana, Kazakhstan, would “almost guarantee” a spot on the 2016 United States Olympic team, Malloy said. Malloy, 2004 OHHS graduate who now lives in San Jose, earned a bronze at the London Olympics in 2012. Malloy is currently ranked fourth in the world in her division; the top 14 qualify for the Olympics. The rankings are based upon results in a series of events leading up to the Olympics. The Pan Am Games, however, are not one of those designated events.
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Malloy wins class in Pan American Games, now sets sights on world judo championship
Since it was a “free tournament,” Malloy said, she was able to “go and try things we have been training on in practice” without fear of dropping in the rankings if she did not win. She also “trained through” and did not taper for the Pan Am Games but continued two-a-day workouts right up to the tournament. Her training regiment is designed for her to peak at the world championships. The Pan Am Games, like the Olympics, are held every four years and include 38 counties from North and South America. Although not a qualifier for the Olympics, the Pan Am Games provide tough competition, Malloy said. Among the tournament teams were Brazil and Cuba, two powers in judo, and a Canadian team inspired by its home crowd, she said. “The atmosphere is much like the Olympics,” Malloy said, and compet-
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Marti Malloy kisses her gold medal after winning the Pan American Games.
Legion team improves during season By JIM WALLER
jwaller@whidbeynewsgroup.com
Although the Oak Harbor Legion baseball team finished its 2015 season with two losses in the district tournament this week, coach Kyle Isaacson saw his team improve over the summer. The Oak Harbor High School summer team fell 4-1 to Lynden Wednesday, July 15, and 3-2 to SedroWoolley Thursday at Burlington-Edison High School. “I saw a lot of positives, a lot of growth in the kids,” Isaacson said in regard to the season. “I also saw a lot of things we need to work on as a team.” Pitching and defense were the strong points during the summer, Isaacson said, and understanding and executing “quality at bats” is an area his young team will need to improve. The team posted a 7-9 league record and finished 15-18 for the season, but Isaacson noted that winning isn’t the primary goal during the summer.
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Trent Benson makes a play in a recent Legion game. Benson was among the players who displayed improvement this summer, according to coach Kyle Isaacson.
The players received plenty of playing time, Isaacson said. “We were able to put them in pressure situations and see how they would react. You can’t experiment like that during the high school season.” The trials of the summer “set us up for success in the spring (high school season),” he said. He liked the improvement he saw among his young players, such as Taylor Consford, who took over the team’s catching duties, and the work of Steven Richards, Chad Spradlin, Cory Roberts and Kamren Mebane. He also saw improvement among varsity regulars Trent Benson, Tyler Snavely, Dylan Bailey and Robert Herring. Snavely and Herring, who was “hitting the cover off the ball” as the season ended, were the team’s hitting stars. Bailey went from playing only defense during the high school season to batting leadoff for the Legion club. Isaacson also liked
Snavely’s growth as a team leader: “I saw a fire in him.” In the opening district game with Lynden, Oak Harbor scored first when Spradlin walked in the first inning and moved around on a pair of errors. Lynden used a single, bunt and error to score against starter Spradlin in the third inning, then added two runs in the fourth on a hit and three walks. An unearned run in the fifth finished the scoring. Bailey had two hits for Oak Harbor, Herring doubled and Avery Aguirre collected a single. Sedro-Woolley scored two unearned runs in the fourth inning off Richards to break a scoreless tie Thursday. Oak Harbor responded with two runs in the sixth behind walks to Snavely and Herring and a base hit by Benson. Sedro-Woolley scored the winning run with two outs in the seventh. Bailey, Spradlin, Snavely, Herring and Benson each singled in the game.
ing in and getting used to such an environment was the key to attending. The win was Malloy’s fourth medal in her past six major competitions. She won a gold in the Pan American championships (which included many of the same athletes as the Pan Am Games) in April, earned a silver in Croatia in May and took home bronze in Hungary in June. Soon she will go to Japan to train for two weeks, followed by a two-week training session with the national team in Boston. “We are doing very specific things in training right now; things I need to change to improve my fighting,” she said. “Making small adjustments and seeing them work in high pressure situations (like the Pan Am Games) is very satisfying,” Malloy said.
SPORTS IN BRIEF NWLL falls at district The North Whidbey 11/12 Little League baseball team finished third in the District 11 tournament after losing 10-0 in four innings to host South Whidbey Tuesday, July 14. In other North Whidbey Little League action, the Junior (13/14) team plays in the state tournament at 10 a.m. Sunday, July 19, in Vancouver. In Tuesday’s 11/12 game, South Whidbey used a six-run third inning to put the game away. Several physical and mental errors hurt North Whidbey, according to coach Jerry Newton. Winning pitcher Brent Batchelor finished with a two-hitter, striking out 10 of the 13 batters he faced. George Dailey led off the game with a double and Will Rankin singled in the third inning for North Whidbey’s only hits. “Our coaching staff, parents and supporters could not be more proud of their efforts despite the final outcome,” Newton said. “Whether they realize it now, or later, everyone knows they gave their best effort, and many positive life lessons will come to fruition for them because of this sporting event.”
Islanders capture 2nd The Whidbey Islanders girls U12 soccer team started the summer season by placing second in the Seattle Cup July 11 and 12 at the Starfire Complex in Tukwila. The Islanders played two games on Saturday and three Sunday, including winning an overtime shootout in the semifinals. “Although they came short of winning the championship match, the Islanders played with passion and displayed sportsmanship throughout the tournament,” coach Ken Martin said.
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An early start to pink salmon fishing Anglers respond to humpies arriving ahead of schedule By RON NEWBERRY
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Glyn Hackett is off to a fast start to the pink salmon season. So far, the Oak Harbor angler has reeled in six pinks in the first half of July. It’s the best start he can remember in more than 20 years of shore fishing for pinks on Whidbey Island. “This is the earliest I’ve ever caught them,” Hackett said. “It happens to be my lucky year, I guess. Normally, I don’t do so well.” An estimated 6.8 million pink salmon are forecast to return to Puget Sound this year. They surprised North Puget Sound anglers by arriving a couple weeks early and word has gotten out, sending shore fishers in droves to the island’s westside beaches to cast out artificial lures. Boaters are experiencing the most success, in some cases catching their limits of four fish quickly, said John Hetherington of Oak Harbor’s Ace Hardware store. “It’s active out there,” he said. The big waves of pink salmon that come through Puget Sound every odd year on their way to their freshwater spawning grounds haven’t peaked yet and the ones being caught are typically only 2-to-3 pounds. In a normal pink season, the peak hits in August with the entire month a good opportunity for even the most challenged angler to catch a fish. Of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s abundant forecast, 1.6 million pinks are returning to the Snohomish River system, which means most will be passing through Admiralty Inlet along Whidbey Island’s west side and around Possession Point in Clinton. “It’s our strongest forecast to any one system,” said
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Anglers bundle up as temperatures drop and the wind picks up at Driftwood Park at the Keystone spit in Coupeville Thursday night. Fishing for pink salmon was slow from this popular spot Thursday night but picked up again Friday morning. The pink salmon return to Puget Sound every other year in large numbers.
Glyn Hackett of Oak Harbor says he can’t remember a time when pinks arrived this early in more than 20 years of fishing on Whidbey Island. He’s not complaining. He’s caught six so far. Ryan Lothrop, Puget Sound Recreational Salmon Fishery Manager for the state. Another 1.2 million are bound for the Dungeness River in Sequim, which ranks No. 2 on the list and is triple the number of fish that returned to that river two years ago. The Skagit River is expecting 600,000 pinks. The major-
ity of those fish generally travel under the Deception Pass Bridge, Lothrop said. Lothrop said the pinks, which are also called humpies, seem to be arriving in Puget Sound about 1-to-2 weeks earlier than expected. One was observed being caught on the season opener, July 1, in Tacoma, which is uncommon, Lothrop said.
“It’s on the early side,” he said. Whidbey Island is surrounded by four different marine areas defined by state Fish and Wildlife, each with their own set of restrictions. Pink salmon fishing started July 1 near Deception Pass and the island’s west side but won’t begin until Aug. 1 elsewhere around Whidbey. “It’s been crazy today,” Bob Crouch, store manager of Sebo’s Hardware store in Bayiew, said Thursday. “Everyone’s going out. I’ve been spooling gear for crab and fishing both. I’ve heard of a few kings already out there. One friend caught a 20-pounder.” Thursday was the much anticipated season opener for Chinook salmon, or kings, in Marine Area 9, which encompasses Admiralty Inlet. Dozens of boats were seen in waters off Port Townsend and Marrowstone Island Friday morning.
Kings must be a minimum of 22 inches and only hatchery fish with a clipped adipose fin may be retained. All wild fish must be released. Pinks don’t have a size limit and four may be retained daily as long as they’re the only salmon caught that day. Another salmon in the mix are coho, or silvers, which will continue be caught in good numbers into the months of August and September, Crouch said. It’s not bedlam yet for shore anglers chasing pinks with altered pink Buzz Bombs (only a single, barbless hook is allowed) or Rotators. More than 30 anglers lined the shore near Driftwood Park at the Keystone spit in Coupeville Thursday night, producing only a couple small pinks in a few hours of effort. Earlier in the day, two anglers caught three fish in less than an hour.
Friday morning, the bite was back on with several fishers landing pinks from the bank, some fighting the fish at the same time, before a lull set in again. Other popular shore vantage points include Bush Point in Freeland, Ebey’s Landing in Coupeville, along west beach in Oak Harbor and on the beach near Deception Pass bridge. Drought conditions in several areas of the state prompted the state’s Department of Fish and Wildlife this week to close or restrict fishing on more than 30 rivers to help protect fish runs. The reduced flows and increased water temperatures in rivers could impact the next pink salmon run in 2017, Lothrop said. “It reduces the amount of spawning habitat available. That translates to fewer fry,” he said. “It will have an effect in two years.”
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Lack of long-term leases raises tenant anxieties special review district for the county limits the farm to five signs. “At 55 mph, that gets a little tricky,” she said. Tenants also deal with the seasonal ebb and flow of business. “You either got everyone or no one,” Feldman said. “In the winter, we know summer will come.”
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With management plans in the air, Greenbank Farm tenants are expressing concerns about the future. Adding to the worry is the fact that all but one of the seven tenants at the publicly owned farm are on month-tomonth leases. During last week’s Port of Coupeville meeting, several of those tenants spoke about their desire to have the security of long-term leases. Jan Gunn, owner of Whidbey Pies Cafe, touted her economic contribution to the Whidbey Island community, noting she sells about 50,000 pies each year. The current monthto-month leases are with the Greenbank Farm Management Group. When the port assumes management of the farm on Jan. 1, 2016, new leases will need to be signed with the port. “We’ve staked our futures in Greenbank Farm,” Gunn said. “We ask the port to fully support and partner with the local businesses that support Greenbank Farm.” DAVID DAY, executive director for the Port of Coupeville, said the port hasn’t entered into lease negotiations with any of the farm’s tenants. Day said the state requires the port to lease “close to fair market value or explain why.” The port is trying to determine what the fair market value is for commercial space at the farm, he said. Port officials are looking to the Island County Economic Development Council and local real estate agencies for help. DURING PREVIOUS negotiations, port commissioners said that the farm tenants would be expected to pay leasehold taxes. Tenants that hold leases
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Pat Powell, executive director of the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, said her organization was able to invest $30,000 in improving its office space partly because of a long term lease. with the port in Coupeville were paying a 12.84 percent leasehold tax up until this month. Per the state Department of Revenue, a leasehold tax is a tax on the use of public property by a private party. It is in lieu of the property tax. While researching costs associated with another partnership with the port, staff discovered the port was actually exempt from paying the leasehold tax on its properties in Coupeville. Day said the port received its exemption from the Department of Revenue last Friday. WITH LIMITED revenue and an ever-growing list of repairs for its two historic properties — the Coupeville Wharf and the farm — port commissioners are looking at ways to turn things around financially. John Carr, a retired real estate agent, was handpicked by Commissioner Marshall Bronson to review the tenant leases. Across the board, tenant leases are below market
value — even with the leases currently held at Coupeville Wharf, according to both Day and Feldman. This is something the port is addressing as leases come up, Day said. The most current lease signed was in June when ownership of Local Grown changed hands. The new owners are paying 98 cents per square foot for the 530-square-foot commercial space on the wharf. Tenants in Coupeville all hold long-term leases, with two being up in 2016. PORT LEASE rates in Coupeville are across the board, with the highest being the Front Street property currently occupied by Collections. The business pays $1.03 per square foot. Jason Joiner, a Realtor with Windermere Real Estate, said commercial spaces in Coupeville generally run $1-1.25 per square foot. For medical office space, rates can rise to $1.50 and, for retail space, it depends on the retail traffic. If it’s a true retail lease, tenants often will pay a base rent and then pay a percent of
gross sales, Joiner said. PORT OF Coupeville’s lowest rate payer is a kayak business, which is seasonal and outdoors, paying just 16 cents per square foot. The wharf’s largest commercial space, Kim’s Cafe, pay just 56 cents per square foot and has a lease until 2017. Day said he knows that rate is low and said he doesn’t expect commissioners to let that rate continue once the lease is up. Just above that, Harbor Gifts pays 61 cents and has a lease until 2017. All leases with the port also have an annual cost-of-living increase built into them. AT THE FARM, tenant rates average about 74 cents per square foot. “I think all of the tenants have acknowledged they pay a lower rate,” said Judy Feldman, executive director of the Greenbank Farm Management Group. “But they will also tell you how hard it is to have a business here.” Among the challenges facing businesses on the farm are sign restrictions. The
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WHIDBEY PIES Cafe rents two commercial spaces, the cafe space in Barn A and commercial kitchen space in Barn B. At 48 cents per square foot, Gunn pays the lowest rate at the farm. For her cafe, she pays 80 cents. The farm’s other food businesses, Greenbank Cheese Shop, pays 68 cents per square foot, while another office space in Barn C pays 83 cents. Raven Rocks Gallery pays 80 cents, Artworks pays 70
BOTH DAY and Feldman acknowledge that it’s not reasonable to expect lease rates comparable to those of, for example, businesses on Front Street. But they should not be well below market value, Day said. “We have a fiduciary responsibility to the taxpayers,” he said. “It’s not fair for the government to rent space at well below market value.” As a port, the commissioners must look at granting lower lease rates for incubation businesses to start up. “But not for a million-dollar pie shop,” he said. WHEN LOOKING at rental rates in Greenbank, there isn’t anything to compare, according Joiner, who manages commercial properties on Central Whidbey. Considering the location, he said, the 74 cent rate isn’t that low. “It seems like there’s room to make it more,” he said. “Greenbank Farm is the furthest from everything and you have to price accordingly. “I don’t think Greenbank to Coupeville to Freeland is a completely accurate comparison.”
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THE ONLY tenant at the farm that currently has a lease beyond monthto-month is the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, which occupies about 2,100 square feet of office space on the top floor of Barn C. The Land Trust pays the highest rate at 84 cents, and that lease is up in April. It’s because the group had a long-term lease that it was able to invest $30,000 to take unfinished rental space and convert it into a functional office, said Pat Powell, executive director for the Land Trust,. While tenant rates average about 74 cents at the farm, those rates do vary tenant to tenant.
cents and Rob Schouten Gallery pays 78 cents. Tenants at the farm do not pay leasehold tax. The management group currently picks up that tab at $14,800 annually for the entire farm’s commercially leased space. Farm tenants also don’t have to pay for water or sewer because the farm is served by its own water system and septic. But they do pay for their own electricity and trash.
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LAWSUIT CONTINUED FROM A1 THE JUDGE did not make a ruling this week. COER members said they hope to have a decision in as soon as a week or two, but the judge did not indicate a timeline. A win for COER would have a significant impact on training schedules at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, but it could have ripple effects beyond the island. Cate Andrews, a COER board member, opined that the case has the potential for setting precedent. Skip Pohtilla, a former Navy flight officer, used to train at OLF Coupeville in an A-6 Intruder. He said the field provides invaluable training that’s just not available anywhere else. He said closing OLF would make training more expensive and less efficient. “It’s one of the best fields there is,” he said. Andrews said the hearing Wednesday went extremely well and she was impressed with Zilly. She said he asked a lot of questions
WIC CONTINUED FROM A1 buildings on base rent free, and WIC is scheduled to close on base at the end of September. Instead, the WIC office in Oak Harbor will likely absorb the 600 or more military
of both sides and the arguments lasted much longer than anticipated. “He wanted the facts,” she said. “It was obvious that he had done his homework. He seemed to be very fair minded, thoughtful and insightful.” COER brought a bus full of supporters to the courthouse in Seattle. Andrews said they filled the courtroom; she didn’t see anyone in the gallery in support of the Navy. AFTER THE hearing, the Navy released a brief statement. “We believe we made our case today, and await the judge’s ruling,” said the emailed press release. COER originally filed a lawsuit against the Navy in 2013 to force it to prepare a full environmental impact statement for the new Growler, which the group considers to be much louder than the prior aircraft, the EA-6B Prowler. The Navy uses the small runway in the rural area as simulated carrier landing practice. After the lawsuit was filed, the Navy announced that a full environmental impact statement will be conducted for the addition of new
clients, said Keith Higman, Island County Public Health Director. That’s a huge undertaking, considering the three WIC offices in Oak Harbor, South Whidbey and Camano Island serve a total of about 1,000 people. The county put together a plan to handle all those extra cases that includes adding
squadrons coming to Whidbey. The court stayed the case until the study is complete. THE NAVY initially set a completion date of 2016 for the EIS, but pushed the date to 2017, according to court documents. As a result, COER filed a preliminary injunction to prevent the Navy from conducting Growler operations at the OLF field until the impact statement is completed. Both sides laid out their arguments and counter-arguments in court papers. COER presented what it said is scientific evidence of the effects of noise — from hearing problems to heart disease — and testimonials from those claming to be impacted. IN RESPONSE, the Navy’s attorneys argued that the science presented by COER is not reliable and isn’t new; it was already considered by the Navy in the 2005 Environmental Assessment. COER claims that a sound measurement conducted near an Admirals Cove home in the flight path found that the jet noise reached at least 119.3 decibels, which is at
more staff and adding parking spaces to the Oak Harbor office, which is near the intersection of Whidbey Avenue and Regatta Drive. WIC provides supplemental food and other services to low-income pregnant and postpartum women and children up to age five. Many junior enlisted families qualify because housing allow-
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the threshold of pain. The Navy maintains that the COER study overstates the sound level and didn’t include necessary parameters, such as whether windows were open. IN COURT documents, COER argues that all 6,120 “field carrier land practices” at OLF Coupeville each year can be shifted to Ault Field and still remain under the Navy’s previous “benchmark” for landing practices at Ault Field. In response to COER, the attorneys representing the Navy point out that the area around Ault Field is more densely populated than the Admiral’s Cove neighborhood near OLF Coupeville. They said that the public good would not be served by shifting flights to the more populated area. A chart included in the government’s response shows that the number of flights at OLF Coupeville was down sharply since they started in 1967. The number of field carrier land practices was nearly 40,000 a year circa 1970. The number has been below 10,000 since 1997.
ances aren’t factored into the income eligibility requirements, Higman said. Community Action of Skagit administers the WIC program on base. It’s not as simple as paying rent on base, Higman said. The federal government doesn’t pay for the entire cost of the program. In 2015 it cost about $265,000 to run the Island County WIC program. The federal government paid roughly $194,000 and the
COER RESPONDED by arguing that the number of flights at OLF Coupeville was still higher than the Navy promised and that the Growlers are louder than anticipated. In the response filed with the court, the Justice Department asked the judge to deny the motion on four grounds: that COER failed to show a likelihood of success in its lawsuit and no significant new information was presented; that the injuries to the COER members was not sufficient to rise to the level of irreparable harm; that the balance of the harms favors the Navy’s interests in military readiness and efficient operation; and that the public interest in national security favors denial of this motion. “This case presents a classic case of the public interest in military preparedness conflicting with private interests,” the Navy’s attorneys wrote. “As the Ninth Circuit has noted, ‘When a district court balances the hardships of the public interest against a private interest, the public interest should receive greater weight.’”
state and county picked up the rest of the tab. While the program helps children in their most crucial early stages of development, the program is more than about food vouchers, he said. WIC is a starting point for access to other services for families in need. U.S. Sen. Patty Murray asked the secretary of defense to stop the closure of WIC at NAS Whidbey, but so far there’s been no word on whether her plea helped.
In a letter to the secretary of defense Murray wrote: “I continue to hear from constituents on Whidbey Island about the impact the closure of such an important facility will have on servicemembers, their spouses and their young families and as someone who has fought for years to increase families’ access to WIC, I find it absolutely unacceptable to impose any new barriers to this critically important program.”
We Are Whidbey Advertising Consultant Nora Durand began her career in sales in 1987. “I like to help clients develop customized ad campaigns that brand and build their businesses. I also like to educate clients on the importance of advertising in different media, namely print, digital and through contests and sponsorships.” Nora volunteers for the Coupeville Water Festival, MusselFest and Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival and takes part in the Oak Harbor Fourth of July. With her husband, Art, she works with Native American Youth dance groups and canoe journeys.
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this point, considering the feedback I’ve gotten from people in the community, from both islands, would be ill-advised,” Hannold said. Giving the fire marshal the authority to issue a ban on fireworks in the event of an emergency situation would be best, Hannold said. THE COMMISSIONERS discussed whether to include fireworks in a total burn ban, or to ban the use of personal fireworks entirely. The commissioners had also discussed the possibility of giving the fire marshal authority to impose a total burn ban, including personaluse fireworks. Aside from a total ban on personal-use fireworks, Brown said, linking the ban on fireworks to a total burn ban would be most effective.
“We had a partial burn ban that ended up going to a total burn ban. At that point, the logic behind not allowing enclosed fires, but allowing fireworks, becomes problematic.” COMMISSIONER Jill Johnson said she is in favor of having the ability to restrict personal-use fireworks in hazardous circumstances, and added she would be “more than happy” to give that authority to the fire marshal. Johnson said that there needs to be a detailed outline of what circumstances constitute the need for a ban, and that there should be an early-notice timeframe specified. That way, individuals don’t “gear up” for certain types of celebrations only to be told “no” at the last minute. “EMERGENCY circumstances are, by definition, not known well in advance,” said Price Johnson. “I think the verbiage around having consultation with the fire officials
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provides the community with the assurance that it would not be done arbitrarily.” Perhaps a clause could address instances of fire breakouts, Johnson suggested, saying she believes there needs to be time to notify people when a ban is put in effect. “It’s hard to imagine a scenario where you have a level of dryness that you don’t see coming in advance.” “One hot day doesn’t create an emergency.” Price Johnson said she wouldn’t support including a time frame in the county code. PRICE JOHNSON asked Johnson and Hannold if there was interest in restricting the number of days fireworks would be permitted, noting that she’d received numerous emails from residents asking for fewer permitted days. During the previous meeting she suggested limiting personal-use fire-
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works to July 4, citing concerns from citizens about trash, pets and wildlife. The City of Oak Harbor and unincorporated Island County allow discharge of personal fireworks June 28 through July 5. Coupeville and Langley restrict discharge to July 4. IN RESPONSE to Price Johnson’s suggestion, Hannold said he would support restricting discharge of personal fireworks to July 3-5. Johnson disagreed with the proposal, saying that the ability to ignite fireworks is a major draw for tourists who come to the islands. Price Johnson said she doesn’t believe restricting fireworks to July 3 and 4 would have a negative impact on the economy. Johnson eventually acquiesced, however, saying she could accept the July 3-5 timeframe. “I think fireworks have gotten more intense over time; I think
that’s a fair statement to make,” said Johnson. “I still think there’s room in our culture for fireworks celebrations and the traditions that go along with it, and I am comfortable with the third, fourth and fifth as that celebratory window.” New Year’s would also be included, for a total of four days a year. THE PROPOSED policies would only apply only to fireworks sold and ignited for personal use in areas of unincorporated Island County, not those discharged during public displays, including Oak Harbor’s July 4 celebration and Freeland’s July 3 Celebrate America event. If the new fireworks rules are adopted, they will take effect one year after their adoption, unless the state Legislature decides in favor of an earlier date. The public will have the opportunity to review and comment upon a draft ordinance before it is finalized.
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PAGINATOR Peninsula Daily News, a six-day morning newspaper serving the beautiful North Olympic Peninsula of Washington, has a full-time opening on its design/copy desk in Port Angeles. The successful c a n d i d a t e mu s t h ave demonstrated and creative layout/pagination skills using the Adobe Suite, copy editing experience, good grammar and syntax skills, be AP style-savvy, know current events, write accurate and catchy headlines and possess sharp InDesign skills (we have a Macintosh-based computer system). Daily newspaper experience preferred; will consider a t o p - d rawe r c a n d i d a t e from a weekly newspaper looking to move to a daily. The design/copy editor will produce pages and put together sections. The shift is daytime Sundays through T h u r s d ay s . T h e s u c cessful candidate also will post stories on the PDN’s website as well as have Facebook and Twitter responsibilities. Affordable Port Angeles, gateway to Olympic National Park and Victoria, British Columbia, gets half the rainfall of Seattle yet is close enough to enjoy Seattle as well as our rain forests, great fishing and other outdoors activities and pleasant lifestyle. Por t Angeles just finished second in a national magazine’s “Best Town Ever” contest after beating out all four other We s t e r n c i t i e s i n t h e contest. Peninsula Daily News publishes two zoned a.m. editions in Clallam and Jefferson counties. Pay commensurate with experience; full benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), paid vacation with immediate eligibility and sick pay. Finalists may be invited to a tryout; preference given to candidates from the Northwest and We s t C o a s t . P l e a s e send cover letter, resume and clips of pages (PDFs are acceptable) with at least three professional references to hr@soundpublishing.com
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Scatchet Head Community Club Will be Hiring Pool Attendants Summer 2015 if you are over the age of 16 and will have some free time this summer. I am looking for part-time pool attendants to be able to work at our swimming pool. The salar y range is from $9.50 to $11.00 per hour DOE. You must take a CPR and First Aid class to become a Pool Attendant. Please send your resume to Scatchet Head Community Club. Attention Office Manager, Melanie Evans at 360-579-4934 or Email: shcc@whidbey.com
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NACs Nursing Assistants Part & Full Time * Shift Differential for P.M. & NOC Shifts * Competitive Wages, DOE Come work in a clean, safe and friendly environment where EMPLOYEES ARE VALUED.
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REPORTER The award-winning newspaper Whidbey News-Times is seeking an energetic, detailedoriented reporter to write articles and features. Experience in photography and Adobe InDesign p r e fe r r e d . A p p l i c a n t s must be able to work in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment, possess excellent writing skills, have a knowledge of community news and be able to write about multiple topics. Must relocate to Whidbey Island, WA. This is a fulltime position that includes excellent benefits: medical, dental, life insurance, 401k, paid vacation, sick and holidays. EOE . No calls please. Send resume with cover letter, three or more non-retur nable clips in PDF or Text format and references to hr@soundpublishing.com or mail to: HR/GARWNT Sound Publishing, Inc. 11323 Commando Rd W Everett, WA 98204
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TRANSIT BUS OPERATOR ENTRY-LEVEL Island Transit is accepting applications for parttime, entry-level, Transit Bus Operators. Applications for the posit i o n a n d i n fo r m a t i o n about the job requirements can be obtained from our website at www.islandtransit.org or the Island Transit Main Facility, the Oak Harbor C i t y H a l l , C o u p ev i l l e To w n H a l l , a n d t h e Langley City Hall. All applicable candidates will be asked to take a two-hour videotape screening test, beginning promptly at 9:00 a.m. Monday, August 3, 2015 at the Island Transit Main Facility – 19758 SR 20, Coupeville, WA 98239. Applications must be received no later than 3pm - Wednesday, July 29, 2015 to the following address: Island Transit Transit Bus Operator Entry Level Position 19758 SR 20 Coupeville, WA 98239 Island Transit is an Equal Opportunity and M/F/D/V Employer No phone calls please.
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Full and Part time. All shifts available. Paid training. To help provide the best care to our clients with developmental disabilities. Must have clean background check & valid WSDL. Serious applicants please contact: Dave 360.969.3554 dave@ allheartagency.com
We a r e l o o k i n g fo r a C DA w h o p o s s e s s e s high energy, flexibility and an upbeat attitude to compliment our team! If yo u a r e d e d i c a t e d t o helping people and enjoy making dentistry a positive experience, we are looking for you. You may respond by emailing your resume, cover letter and CDA Certificate to: team@douglaswirthdmd.com
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Service Alternatives wants you! Wo r k i n - h o m e w i t h adults with developmental disabilities. Paid Training! Generous Benefits Package! (Our Par t Time employees are Benefit Eligible at 30 hours a week) Advancement Potential! Please have great past employer references. Email Mary for more information: mmcpage@ servalt-asl.com Or pick up an application in person: 20 NW First Street in Coupeville 1 (888) 328-3339 Advancing the Potential www.servalt.com EOE
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Facilities Maintenance Assistant Full Time With benefits. Immediate hire.
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LABOR AND DELIVERY NURSES, Oak Harbor, WA We have a need for several L&D RNs for O a k H a r b o r N a va l , WA. 12 hour shifts. NO CALL. Rates as high as $51.66 to $59.41 What is your availability to provide services? We will work with your schedule! Any state license is acceptable. Send Resume to: van.cantrell@ matrixproviders.com or call Van, (303) 968-6623
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Towing, 685 Christian Road, Oak Harbor, WA. 98277 on Wednesday, JULY 22, 2015. Viewing will take place from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. Auction begins at 3:00 PM o n We d n e s d ay, J U LY 22, 2015. 82 VW VANSW WV2YG025XCH084021 690LDY 94 CHRY LHS4D 2C3ED56F2RH660086 715ZAI 01 NISS ALT 1N4DL01DX1C154599 CKM864(TX)
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1998 Ford Ranger pickup The Clinton Water District has surplused a 1998 Ford Ranger picku p, a n d c a n o p y V I N #1FTYR10CXWUC9944 3. The District is offering this vehicle for public sale by sealed bid on July 22, 2015, at 10:00 AM. Inspection of the vehicle may be made prior to the bid opening at 6437 Harding Avenue, Clinton. The District reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Legal No. WCW644919 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record July 15, 18, 2015.
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to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE - Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and oppor tunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assist a n c e a n d r e fe r ra l t o housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Te l e p h o n e : 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/ consumers/homeownership/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: T e l e p h o n e : 1-800-569-4287 Web site: h t t p : / / p o r t a l . h u d . g ov / hudportal/HUD The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys T e l e p h o n e : 1-800-606-4819 Web site: http://www. ocla.wa.gov/ I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, BENJAMIN DAVID PETIPRIN will on 8/21/2015, at 10:00 AM at front entrance City Hall, 865 SE Barrington Dr., Oak Harbor, WA sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable
at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Island, State of Washington, to-wit: Abbreviated Legal Description: Ptn. GL 4 (NE), 3-31-2E and Ptn. L o t 7 4 , D o u bl e V i ew, Div. 1 Attached Exhibit “A” Exhibit “A” That portion of Government lot 4, Section 3, To w n s h i p 3 1 N o r t h , Range 2 East W.M. described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of said Section 3; thence South 89°04’19” West along the Nor th line of said Section 3, 1 , 8 1 1 . 5 1 fe e t 1 0 t h e Wester ly margin of county road; thence Southeasterly along said margin and a curve to the right with radius of 2,170 feet and an arc distance of 341.27 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along said curve to the right an arc distance of 90.56 feet to the point of tangency; thence South 28°08’37” East along said margin 32.94 feet; thence South 79°03’00” West 129.60 feel; thence Nor th 30°21’50” West 80.00 feet; thence Nor th 59°27’55” East 125.13 feet to the true point of beginning. Together with that por tion of Lot 74, Plat of Double View, Division 1, as recorded in Volume 7 of Plats, page 62, records of Island County, Washington, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Lot 74; thence South 79°03’00” West along the North line of said Lot 74, a distance of 48.64 feet to the true point of
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01 TOYT PU 5TESN92N21Z856926 B26519Z Legal No. WCW645677 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record. July 18, 2015. Legal Notice Coupeville School District #204 The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 201516 Budget at their regular meeting on Monday, July 27, 2015 at 6:30 PM, in the Coupeville Elementar y School librar y at 6 S Main St, Coupeville, WA. Any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget adoption. Copies of the Budget are currently available for public review at the Coupeville School District Office at 501 S Main St, Coupeville, WA. Coupeville School District No. 204 Legal No. WCW646145 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record. July 18, 2015. APN: R23103-496-3670 Deed of Trust Instrument No.: 4247751 Grantor: ANNE M. ERICKSON Grantee: SIERRA PACIFIC MORTGAGE C O M PA N Y, I N C . a s Lender TS No: 14-32178 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE “THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTA C T A H O U S I N G COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW
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beginning; thence South 50°18’39” West a distance of 46.98 feet to the Easterly line of the West 30.00 feet of said Lot 74: thence North 30°21’50” West along said line a distance of 23.95 feet to the North line of said Lot 74; thence North 79°03’00” East along said Nor th line a distance of 49.15 feet to the true point of beginning. EXCEPT that portion of the above described parcel being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of said Lot 74; thence South 79°03’00” West along the North line of said Lot 74 a distance of 48.64 feet; thence Nor th 50°18’39” East a distance of 47.43 feet to the Wester ly margin of county road; thence South 28°08’37” East along said margin a distance of 23.87 feet to the true point of beginning. Situate in the County of Island, State of Washington. Commonly known as: 30 SOUTH SUNSET DRIVE CAMANO ISLAND, Washington 98282 which is subject to that cer tain Deed of Tr ust dated 3/23/2009, recorded 3/31/2009, under Auditor’s File No. 4247751, records of Island County, Washington, from ANNE M. ERICKSON, as Grantor(s), to LAND TITLE, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of SIERRA PACIFIC MORTGAGE C O M PA N Y, I N C . a s Lender. U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as trustee for the
SROF-2013-M4 REMIC Trust I is the holder of the Promissory Note and current Beneficiar y of the Deed of Trust. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Tr ust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. T h e d e fa u l t ( s ) fo r which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts w h i c h a r e n ow i n a r rears: PAYMENT INFORMATION FROM-THRU/NO.PMT/ AMOUNT/TOTAL 8/1/2010-04/15/2015/ 57/ $699.16/$46,203.63 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION NO. LATE CHARGES/ TOTAL 56/$1,566.12 P RO M I S S O RY N OT E INFORMATION Note Dated: 3/23/2009 Note Amount: $130,240.00 Interest Paid To: 7/1/2010 Next Due Date: 8/1/2010 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $127,822.86, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from the 8/1/2010, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V.The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Tr u s t a s p r ov i d e d by statute. The sale will be made without warranty,
express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on 8/21/2015. The default(s) referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 8/10/2015, (11 d ay s b e fo r e t h e s a l e date) to cause a discont i nu a n c e o f t h e s a l e. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 8/10/2015 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 8/10/2015 (11 days before the sale d a t e ) a n d b e fo r e t h e sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the D e e d o f Tr u s t , p l u s costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiar y or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: NAME/ADDRESS ANNE M. ERICKSON/ 230 SAYLOR LANE CAMANO ISLAND, WA 98282 ANNE M. ERICKSON/ 30 SOUTH SUNSET DRIVE CAMANO ISLAND, Washington 98282 ANNE M. ERICKSON/ P.O. BOX 66691 B U R I E N , W A 98166-0691
by both first class and certified mail on 2/18/2015, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally ser ved, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property descr ibed in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fe e s d u e a t a ny t i m e prior to the sale. VIII. T h e e f fe c t o f t h e sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a wa i ve r o f a ny p r o p e r grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day
following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the Unlawful Detainer Act, C h a p t e r 5 9 . 1 2 R C W. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. DATED: 4/17/15 /s/Benjamin David Petiprin, Esq., c/o Law Offices of Les Zieve as Trustee Address for service: Law Offices of Les Zieve 1 1 0 0 D ex t e r Ave n u e North, Suite 100 Seattle, WA 98109 P h o n e N o : (206) 866-5345 Beneficiar y / Ser vicer Phone: (800)315-4757 Loan No: 1008715398 T.S. No.: 14-32178 A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of California ) ss. County of Orange ) On 4/17/15, before me, Christine O’Brien, Notary Public personally appeared BENJAMIN DAVID PETIPRIN who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instr ument and a ck n o w l e d g e d t o m e that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument
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the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. EPP 11854 7/18, 8/8/2015. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature: Christine O’Brien Legal No. WCW636393 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record July 18, August 8, 2015. IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR ISLAND COUNTY I N T H E M AT T E R O F THE ESTATE OF MARJORIE JOAN BERGMAN, Deceased. NO. 15 4 00155 0 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030
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The co-personal representatives named below have been appointed as co-personal representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the co-personal representatives or the personal representatives’ 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 co-personal representatives served or mailed the notice to the creditor as p r ov i d e d u n d e r R C W 11.40.020 (1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication o f t h e n o t i c e. I f t h e claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW
11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: July 4, 2015 Co-Personal Representatives LAURA JEAN GABELEIN and WILLIAM CAMERON REED Attorney for the Co-Personal Representatives: Robert E. Brewster Address for Mailing: PO Box 756 Freeland, WA 98249 Address for Service: 2820 Sunlight Drive Clinton, WA 98236 Telephone: 360-321-8979 WSBA No.: 16012 Cour t of probate proceedings and cause number: Island County Superior Court Cause No. 15 4 00155 0 Legal No. WCW641993 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record. July 4, 11, 18, 2015.
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INVITATION TO BID NORTHVIEW STORMWATER POND CLEANING CITY OF LANGLEY Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by Stan Berryman, Public Works Director City of Langley, until 10:00 AM on July 27, 2015 at which time bids will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bid proposals may be sent by mail, or hand-delivered, to the City of L a n g l ey, 1 1 2 S e c o n d S t r e e t , L a n g l e y, WA 98260 prior to the opening. The envelope shall be plainly marked with “SEALED BID for Northview Stormwater Pond Cleaning” and shall clearly indicate the name and address of the bidder. The bid opening will take place at City of Langley City Hall, 112 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260. Proposals received after the time fixed for opening will not be considered. Base bids are requested for maintenance work focusing on the cleaning of an existing stormwater pond. Work consists of d ewa t e r i n g , c l e a n i n g vegetation and debris from the outlet structure, removal of aquatic vege-
tation along the bottom and banks of the pond, chemical herbicide application, and installation of hydroseeding along the pond banks. Lab results indicate the pond sediment contains three materials that exceed the practical quantitation limits: lube oil organics, diesel range organics, and barium. Contractor shall be required to dispose of the pond sediment at the Isl a n d C o u n t y Tra n s fe r Station. Access to project bid documents (plans, specifications, addenda, and Bidders List) is provided to Prime Bidders, Subcontractors, and Vendors by going to w w w. b x w a . c o m a n d clicking on “Posted Projects,” “Public Wor ks,” and “City of Langley.” It is recommended that Bidders “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the “Self-Registered Bidders List.” Bidders that do not register will not be automatically notified of addenda and will need to periodically check the online plan room for addenda issued on this project. Contact Build-
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The City of Langley reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities in the bid or in the bidding. No bidder may withdraw their bid after the hour set for the opening thereof or before award of contract, unless said award is delayed for a period exceeding thirty (30) days. Publications Daily Journal of Commerce -1st Ad Date July 10, 2015 -2nd Ad Date July 17, 2015 South Whidbey Record -1st Ad Date June 11, 2015 -2nd Ad Date July 18, 2015 Legal No. WCW644315 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record. July 11, 18, 2015. SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF ISLAND In the Matter of the Estate of VIRGINIA C. DOLVIN, Deceased. NO. 15 4 00154 1 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 o t h e r w i s e a p p l i c a bl e statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative, or their 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: Saturday, July 4, 2015. DEBORAH J. GLENN, Personal Representative c/o James L. Kotschwar, Attorney for Personal Representative, WSBA #10823 265 NE Kettle Street; Suite 1, P.O. Box 1593 Oak Harbor, Washington 98277 (360) 675-2207 Legal No. WCW642787 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record. July 4, 11, 18, 2015.
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known claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real proper ty descr ibed in this summons, Defendants. NO. 15 2 00306 7 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: the heirs, devisees, and successors in interest of A.J. McMILLAN and E. GERTRUDE McMILLAN, husband and wife; and/or also, all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real property described herein. Yo u a r e h e r e by s u m moned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 27th day of June, 2015, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the Complaint of the Plaintiff, Estate of Christine Rose Marken, deceased, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attor ney for Plaintiff, James L. Kotschwar, at his office b e l ow s t a t e d ; a n d i n case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of said Court. The object of this action is to quiet title to real estate situated in Island C o u n t y, Wa s h i n g t o n , more specifically described as follows: The South sixty feet of lot nine (9) and the South sixty feet of lot ten (10), Block 18, Plat of Rolling Hills #2 as recorded in Volume 6 of Plats, page 60, records of Island County, Washington. (tax parcel no. S8050-02-18009-2) J A M E S L . KOT S C H WAR, WSBA #10823 Attorney for Plaintiff tel: 360-675-2207 265 NE Kettle Street; #101 PO Box 1593 Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Legal No. WCW641164 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record. June 27, July 4, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 2015.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR ISLAND COUNTY N AT I O N S TA R M O RTGAGE LLC dba C H A M P I O N M O R TG A G E C O M PA N Y, a limited liability company, Plaintiff, vs. G E O R G I N E G AV I N , solely in her capacity as Successor in Interest of FRANCIS B. GAVIN, a deceased individual; ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF FRANCIS B. GAVIN, a deceased individual; Julian Castro, solely in his capacity as Secretary for SUPERIOR COURT OF UNITED STATES DEWASHINGTON PARTMENT OF HOUSCOUNTY OF ISLAND ING AND URBAN DEEstate of VELOPMENT; DOES 1 CHRISTINE ROSE through 10, inclusive, MARKEN, and ROES 1 through 10, deceased, inclusive. Plaintiff, vs. Defendants The heirs, devisees, and NO. 15-2-00184-6 successors in interest of SUMMONS (20 DAYS) A.J. McMILLAN and E. GERTRUDE McMILLAN husband and wife; Continued on and/or also, all other persons or par ties unnext page.....
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TO THE DEFENDANT/ RESPONDENT(S) ABOVE NAMED: A lawsuit has been star ted against you in the above entitled cour t by NAT I O N S TA R M O R TGAGE LLC dba CHAMPION MORTGAGE C O M PA N Y, p l a i n t i f f . Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written complaint, a copy of which is ser ved upon you with this summons. In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the persons signing this summons within 20 days after the service of this summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what he asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered. You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the persons signing this summons. Within 14 days after you ser ve the demand, the plaintiff must file lawsuit with the court of the service on you of this summons and complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter you should do so promptly so that your written respond, if any, may be served on time. This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Cour t Civil Rules of the State of Washington. DATED: April 6, 2015. LAW OFFICES OF LES ZIEVE By:/s/Benjamin D. Petiprin Benjamin D. Petipr in, WSBA# 46071 Attorneys for Petitioner 1 1 0 0 D ex t e r Ave n u e North, Suite 100 Seattle, Washington 98109 206-866-5345 Legal No. WCW644943 Published: The Whidbey News Times, The South Whidbey Record July 18, July 25, August 1, 8, 2015.
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Saturday, July 18, 2015 • Whidbey News-Times
Race owners aim to make event more family friendly By JIM WALLER
jwaller@whidbeynewsgroup.com
Bright sails will dot Penn Cove and Saratoga Passage over the next seven days as the Oak Harbor Yacht Club and Oak Harbor Marina host the 33rd Annual Whidbey Island Race Week July 18-24. The three-decade old Whidbey tradition will include several new twists this summer.
Charley and Schelleen Rathkopf are first-time owners, although they have been involved in the event since 1997. “We have a love for the sport of sailboat racing,” Schelleen Rathkopf said in regard to taking over ownership. “We have the race management experience to offer one of the best races in the
country.” Charley Rathkopf will continue to serve as the Primary Race Officer, a duty he performed for the past 11 years. The Rathkopfs’ primary goal over the next five years is to develop the “next generation of sailors,” Schelleen Rathkopf said. In addition, they would like to “make the week more family friendly.”
To help achieve this, Race Week will include a youth sailing circle and Kids Camp. The youth sailing circle is Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19. Racing is open to all youth with dinghies and will include several classification of boats (CFJ, non-spinnaker; Laser, standard and radial; and Optimist, including Green fleet). Whidbey Island Race
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Week officials are working with the Northwest District of the Interscholastic Sailing Association to add the 2016 youth races to NWISA’s calendar. NWISA is the organizing body for high school racing in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia. Kids Camp will include sailing instruction, field trips and crafts. “Our vision is to build WIRW Kids Camp into a youth sailing program that introduces the experience of sailboat racing to an entirely new generation of sailors,”
Schelleen Rathkopf said. Another addition to this year’s event are three spectator cruises aboard the historic schooner SUVA, captained by Mark Saia. SUVA cruises are planned for Wednesday through Friday, July 22-24. Reservations are required and can be made at schelleen@whidbeyislandraceweek.com or by calling 206384-5254. Big boat racing, Whidbey Island Race Week’s main event, takes place noon until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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