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MICEC turns 10 Help the Mercer Island Community and Event Center (MICEC) celebrate its 10th anniversary on Thursday, Nov. 5. There will also be an artist’s reception at the center from 6:30-8 p.m. for the Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) 2015 Holiday Show. Refreshments will be served.

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Buy a mattress, support football Mercer Island High School and Junior Football Programs are holding their first annual Mattress Fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8. For one day only, purchase a name brand, top quality mattress at significant discounts and support the community’s football program.

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Meese Agrawal Tonkin was a freshman in high school when she realized she wanted to be a musician. She had played the violin since the age of five before switching to flute in the fifth grade. Some people have spirit animals. Tonkin had found her spirit instrument. “I was realizing that music runs really deep with me,” she said. “This feeling runs so deep and is so strong, it is something I want to do forever and share with the world.”

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Don’t miss this unique evening to support Mercer Island School District band programs. The evening’s theme, “Island ¡Carnival!” will feature an eclectic mix of music, wine, beer, hors d’oeuvres and desserts with a Brazilian flair along with oneof-a-kind live and silent auction items. Tickets are $75. The event is from 6-10 p.m. at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center on Nov. 7.

music teacher and writing music with En Canto, which will release an album of original music Dec. 5. It was through the music program Tonkin says she found her comfort zone growing up. “Everyone’s weird in high school. We’re all trying to fit in Tonkin, a classically trained flutand the band room was that haven ist, will bring her musical stylings where you could be weird and to the Mercer Island Community be yourself,” she said. “I felt like and Event Center when she perI could let my guard down with forms with her those people and Brazilian music collaborate in a real outfit En Canto true way. It was this Saturday. The when true collaboResults for the general band will be perration got to hapelection were posted on forming at the pen.” Nov. 3, after the Reporter Mercer Island band She credits the deadline. Go to www.miprogram’s fundsupport of band reporter.com for a story raising event, Band teachers Parker on the results, which will Together. Bixby and Dave be certified on Nov. 24. Tonkin knows Bentley for nurfirsthand the turing her love of importance of the music. Island’s band program. A 2004 “They were always a presence. MIHS grad, she participated in I always knew Mr. Bixby and Mr. music from fifth through 12th Bentley would be there cheering grade and every All-Island Band Night in between. She now divides BAND | PAGE 2 her time working as a private

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Jane Meyer Brahm talks about the history of the ‘Symphony House,’ the first grand home ever built on Mercer Island, at a media event on Oct. 27. For more photos, see page 3.

A home central to Mercer Island’s past has been saved for a future family. Island developer JayMarc Homes bought the lot at 2740 West Mercer Way. Instead of tearing down the existing four-story residence, known as the ‘Castle House’ or ‘Symphony House,’ they decided to maintain the architectural integrity of the building but add some modern touches, including a new kitchen, more bathrooms and a two-car garage. “We tried to take a 1910 home and modernize it, but keep it as classic as possible,” said Marc Rousso, co-president of JayMarc

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The Preschool Association’s annual sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 at Mercer Island High School. Pre-sale begins at 8:45 a.m. for MIPA members. MIPA will accept donations until Nov. 6. Drop toys off at the old Boys & Girls Club location at 2825 West Mercer Way. For more, visit http://mipreschoolassociation.org/toyswap/.

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Above left, MIHS alum Meese Agrawal Tonkin (second from right) is currently writing music with her band, En Canto (Marc Hoffmann/Contributed Photo). Above right, Tonkin plays flute for En Canto, in which she is classically trained (Courtesy of Jay Bee Photography).

BAND | FROM 1 me on, just like my parents,” she said. Coming from a household with a Portuguese mother and an Indian father, the music and culture surrounding Tonkin was quite diverse. Tonkin fostered a love for world music, and grew up listening to various types of Latin and African music. Although classically trained with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in flute performance, it was the Brazilian rhythms and melodies that awakened

Tonkin’s creative passion. While studying for her master’s at the University of Washington, Tonkin was allowed to take lessons outside the program with renowned Brazilian composer Jovino Santos Neto. “[Classical music] is very unified, and going to this form of music where individualism is revered, we are colorful and outspoken, it’s just a completely different form,” Tonkin said. “I fell in love with it. It was so much more true to me and my personality.” Tonkin said the best part about being a musician for a living is doing her

favorite hobby daily. She shares smiles and her love of music with her students. She says she’ll continue to do it because she has to; losing that outlet is like losing a limb. “Music has taken me around the world. My flute has taken me to Rome to perform in an opera, taken me around Spain, to Brazil, to Canada. It’s taken me all around the U.S. The people I’ve met, the music I’ve heard, exploring the world from a musical perspective is pretty special and not something a lot of people get to do.” When Tonkin takes the

stage Saturday night, she hopes to give something back to the community that helped her find her true calling. “I want to make Mr. Bixby and Mr. Bentley proud,” she said. “They have been a constant source of inspiration for me and I want to show them what I’ve done and show the Mercer Island community what Mercer Island band kids can do. They can do classical music, they can do crazy Brazilian music in a sweaty dance hall, there is so much they can do.” For more on En Canto and their music, visit www.encantobrazil.com.

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Aljoya will host a panel discussion at 2 p.m. on Nov. 12, with representatives of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office, the Mercer Island Police Department, Banner Bank and AARP to talk about senior scam prevention. Scams targeting vulnerable senior citizens are an urgent problem, with millions of dollars lost each year in financial cons such as investment schemes, online scams, foreign lottery fraud and identity theft. These experts will offer advice on how seniors can protect themselves from financial planning scams, credit card and identity theft, Medicare cons, Social Security scams, home improvement fraud and more. The presentation is open to the public. Reservations may be made by calling Aljoya Mercer Island at 206-230-0150. For more information, contact Dennis Palmer at 206-4708014 or visit www.eraliving.com.

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The ‘Symphony’ House, originally built in 1910, will be open to tour from Nov. 7-22.

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homes, but JayMarc wanted to be the “ambassador” for the ‘Symphony’ house. The original house was waterfront property before the level of Lake Washington was lowered. It was purposely built just 100 yards up the road from Calkins Landing for easy access to the ferry landing, Brahm said, though it was constructed just two years after the Calkins Hotel burned down in 1908. A general store, the East Seattle School and the Emmanuel Episcopal Church were just across the road from the house.

Brahm said that if the hotel had survived and if Highway 10 hadn’t been built where Interstate 90 exists today, that area may have become “downtown Mercer Island” instead of the current Town Center. Tours for the public will be open from Nov. 7 through Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The home will simultaneously be listed for sale in the MLS. JayMarc is asking anyone who is interested in touring the home to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Mercer Island Food Pantry.

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Eleven Eleven Society Convenes again in 2015. It’s close to that time again, the time to break out the flight jackets and fatigues, to gather and swap some old stories, regale ourselves with how cool we were, and definitely tip a few to honor the cause. Your social committee has again decided to make the venue the Roanoke on Mercer Island (same as last year), which is conveniently located on the north end of the island just off I-90. Veteran’s Day falls on Tuesday this year, so it’s a great way to shorten the work week. Expect the first of the graying eagles to assemble around 1630 or so. The Roanoke usually has some special promotion for Veteran’s Day and I know something is in the works, though I don’t know the details yet. I’m sure by now you know the rules: You must be or have been a Veteran; you must have slept with a Veteran; or you just want to sleep with a Veteran. Or just ignore the rules. Send this invitation to those who qualify, and we’ll see you there.

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with fellow Islander Jay Mezistrano. This is the first time JayMarc has renovated an existing home, instead of building a new one. “We wanted it to be something special for Mercer Island,” Rousso said. The 6,000-square-foot wood-and-stucco home, offered for $2.3 million, is the oldest grand home on the Island, said Jane Meyer Brahm, author of “Mercer Island History: From Haunted Wilderness to Coveted Community.” Built in 1910 by James K. Car for the D.B. McMahons, it has been a vicarage, a French preschool and a hair salon, and had an unusual water tower on the grounds as well. In 1995, the home was chosen as the 18th Seattle Symphony Designer Show House, hence the name. The original woodwork and windows remain, as well as an attic that serves as a large playroom with sloped walls and hidden cupboards. But some features are gone: an oddly sized pool in the basement was filled in and stenciled ceilings from its show house days were painted over. When it was built, the home was a manor house run by servants. It didn’t have a bathroom on the main floor or a kitchen, though there was a small cookhouse just outside. There were also two staircases — one for the family and one for the servants — but JayMarc’s in-house designers decided to convert the stairwell space into two bathrooms. The ‘Symphony’ home’s historic design will be mirrored in two brand-new houses to be built on the south side of the subdivided lot: the ‘Mozart’ and the ‘Chopin.’ Islanders have been concerned about shortplatting and in-fill development causing the loss of historical

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Phase two of the Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA) development has begun with the hiring of local Mercer Island resident Sharon Perez as the Capital Campaign Director, said Board Chair John Gordon Hill. Perez will work directly with the Board to carry out the strategic fundraising plan for the new Center. “Sharon is uniquely qualified to lead our capital campaign with her extensive advancement experience, strategic insight, and breadth of Mercer Island community relationships,” Hill said. Perez said she was inspired to coordinate the fundraising after seeing a presentation about

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MICA at a Mercer Island Preschool Association meeting and wanting to join the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an Arts Center for the community. Perez has an MBA from Willamette University with an emphasis on Organizational Design and Marketing. She currently serves on a number of local boards: Mercer Island Food Revolution & Let’s Move! Mercer Island, West Mercer Elementary PTA and Mercerwood Shore Club. “As a member of the Mercer Island community, a mother of elementary school children, and a neighbor to the new site for the Center, I have a

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Like many songwriters before him, Henry Mansfield has loved music as long as he can remember. “Music is a huge passion for me,” he said in a phone conversation with the Reporter. “It’s a dream being in a band playing music, working other side jobs and keeping the dream alive.” The precocious 17-yearold singer-songwriter and Mercer Island native will look to take the next step in pursuing his musical dreams with the release of his debut EP “The View From Radio Towers” on Nov. 6. The EP, which consists of five songs all written by

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Shelton. The songs feature Mansfield on piano and vocals with a backing band of bass, drums, and on one song, a bassoon. When asked to describe his sound, Mansfield calls

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rowsy driving and drunk driving are the same. ‘Driver falls asleep at wheel, crashes in Vancouver. VANCOUVER, Wash. - A car crashed and rolled over on its side on Highway 14 after the driver fell asleep at the wheel.’ ‘Police: Drowsy driver caused crash that killed 2. MARYSVILLE - The driver who caused the Jan. 2 crash that killed two people along Highway 9 near Marysville had fallen asleep at the wheel.’ ‘Five Dead After Driver Falls Asleep at the Wheel. WALLA WALLA - Washington State Troopers say five are dead after a driver falls asleep at the wheel on State Route 124.’ ‘Semi rolls over between Arlington and Mount Vernon. - Washington State Patrol troopers said the driver of a FedEx truck that overturned on I-5 in Snohomish County Thursday morning likely fell asleep at the wheel.’ ‘Sleepy driver blamed for death of motorcyclist on Interstate 405. A motorcyclist died Sunday night in an accident on Interstate 405, caused by the driver of a car who fell asleep at the wheel.’ These 2015 news headlines and many more came up from a simple web search on drowsy driving in Washington state. They are grim reminders that our society is exhausted. Since the great recession, we are working longer hours just to keep a roof over our heads. More and more adults also suffer from undiagnosed disorders like sleep apnea

‘Behind the wheel, there’s no difference between being drowsy or drunk.‘

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In 1984 Nancy Satterberg, then with the Mercer Island Arts Council, Carl Darchuk, then artistic director of The Village Theatre, and many others, had a vision: to create a theatre on Mercer Island dedicated to involving youth in the arts. With a lot of hard work, commitment and dedication, the Mercer Island Children’s Theatre was born, with its inaugural performance of the Wizard of Oz in December 1984. I was dating Nancy at this time, and was so pleased and excited to have been associated with this founding group. Over time, the Mercer Island Children’s Theatre morphed wonderfully into Youth Theatre Northwest. The rest, as they say, is history, as YTN has become an incredibly important, vibrant and vital presence on the Island. Nancy and I were married for 24 years, until her untimely passing in July 2012. Were Nancy alive today, she would be thrilled to see the creation of the Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA) at Mercerdale Park. She would support it unqualifiedly and without hesitation, both as an arts center, and especially as the future home of Youth Theatre Northwest. MICA deserves a central location where, as a community, people can come together to embrace the arts. Mercerdale Park is a natural and absolutely perfect fit, where MICA will

enliven and enrich our Town Center. Mercer Islanders should be thrilled and excited to see this wonderful vision come to fruition. Don Desonier

What’s the rush on school start times? Why is the school board motivated to “have a decision” on the start time for the high school resolved by November? Why is this decision being coupled with the addition of world language at the elementary schools? And, why is the extensive work done by the Late Start Committee being questioned? Yes, Bellevue has voted to move their high school start time from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Good for them. If we are going to open up the possibility for

a late start, again, can we learn from another district’s implementation? There are many groups within the district that will be impacted by a change in start time – at any of the schools. These groups are part of a fragile, intricate system that currently works. This isn’t to say that a new system cannot be put in place, but before we break the current one, let’s make sure we have a new one that works. Finally, we can wait and still have world language at the elementary schools in 2016. One of the recommendations at the last school board meeting was to add 20 minutes to the end of the elementary day. Can we do this now and wait on the rest? I am not anti-change, but I am very concerned when due process is

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LETTERS | FROM 5 ignored and change is implemented without all the parties impacted, involved in the discussions. Let’s take Bellevue’s vote for a late start as a gift to us. Let’s watch and learn. And, let’s keep talking. Betsy Robertson

Farmers market thanks supporters On behalf of the Mercer Island Farmers Market (MIFM), we’d like to thank Mayor Bruce Bassett, the Mercer Island City Council, and the city of Mercer Island for their support during our 2015 market season. Our 13-member volunteer board and our Market Manager, Patty Spahr, work smoothly with the city of Mercer Island seven months out of the year to provide a unique, community-oriented, well-managed farmers market. Thank you for helping us to achieve our mission, which is to support Washington farmers and agriculture, and to sustain the stewards that provide food on our tables. We would like to specifically thank several members of the city staff who have gone above and beyond the call of duty for MIFM: —Bruce Bassett, Mayor, who has been a staunch supporter of MIFM since our first Market —The Mercer Island City Council —Dan Grausz, Deputy Mayor —Kirsten Taylor, Assistant City Manager —Merrill Thomas-Schadt, Facility Scheduler —Analisa Cartwright, Customer Service Representative —Jason Kintner, Parks Superintendent —Brian Hartvigson, R.O.W. Team Leader Mindy Landsman, Board President; Patty Spahr, Market Manager Mercer Island Farmers Market

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be approved according to the present lot-size restrictions. Removing trees in our neighborhood is also an issue. Trees “drink” a lot of water and stabilize the steep slope of the greenbelt, a huge concern of ours as our lot is on the edge of the greenbelt. Trees are essential in producing clean air for all of us. This is a lose-lose proposal for all Mercer Island citizens, and a win-win for the builder. The development company has built six homes in our neighborhood in the last year. The builder’s only interest in Mercer Island is to make money. We citizens need to prevent this destruction of our neighborhood. Barbara and Jim Shuman

Football booster club to hold first mattress sale On Sunday, Nov. 8, the Mercer Island Football Booster Club is holding its first ever mattress sale. When we first were approached with the concept, we were skeptical (really — a MATTRESS sale?), but turns out that many organizations locally and nationally have hosted the fundraiser and achieved tremendous success. So, we were convinced we should give it a try, and hope that the community joins us in purchasing not just a better night’s sleep, but also the opportunity to support one of our major youth programs on the Island. The Mercer Island Football Booster Club supports over 260 children in grades 3-12 who play youth and high school football. Proceeds from the sale will go to support these athletes, including equipment and training to increase the safety and skill of all players and scholarships so that all athletes are able to participate. The sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be located at the West Mercer Boys & Girls Club location (2825 West Mercer Way). Margaret McCormick

Volunteers, pledges keep Mercer Island School District first in state

We have lived at 3434 74th Ave. S.E. since 1972. We are shocked and sorrowed at the transition of our neighborIt’s a relief to be done with a busy election season. hood into a gradual “development” by huge construction While there were many different issues, one thing everycompanies. one could agree on was the continued support for our Our neighborhood is very green with oxygen-produc- excellent Mercer Island Schools. It’s the community suping trees, lawns and a greenbelt above Mercerdale Park. port for our bonds, levies, PTAs, and the Mercer Island But the three same builder’s constructions at the corner Schools Foundation that has allowed us to become the #1 of 72nd and 32nd showed us what school district in the state. can happen to the natural beauty and A huge thank you to all our Island residents livability of our neighborhood caused for renewing their commitment to our schools by changes to minimum lot sizes and with a donation to our annual Fall “ALL IN FOR Send your letters to: over-construction. KIDS” Phone-a-Thon campaign last week. And a editor@mi-reporter.com. A recent application shows buildfurther shout-out is due to all our volunteers who Keep it brief, courteous, ing three structures on two lots, in tirelessly called residents to share information and sign your name. close proximity to each other and about our schools. not meeting minimal lot size. We are Your gifts have been crucial to ensure that against allowing such unsightly and Mercer Island Schools maintain their tradition disproportionate building especially since it should not of excellence and allow us to grant funds to the Mercer Island School District for new classroom curriculum, enrichment materials, student support programs, and teacher professional development. Please remember to return your pledge envelope or donate online at www. misf.com/donate. David D’Souza and Cliff Sharples Co-presidents, Mercer Island School Foundation

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Like drunk driving prevention 30 years ago, the only thing that will change mindsets and habits about drivers getting behind the wheel of a car when they have not slept for 20 plus hours is swift and sure penalties. Every Washington driver, every legislator and every judge needs to understand the widespread seriousness of drowsy driving. Their attitudes and our laws about it need to change. Drowsy driving kills, injures and shatters lives just the same as drunk drivers do. Ask the family and friends of those lost or injured this year. Just ask my daughter. Just ask me. Gov. Jay Inslee has proclaimed Nov. 1-8 as Washington State’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. During the busy holiday season, we urge all drivers to be aware of their fatigue before getting behind the wheel of a car. Get some rest and save a life. The Shaw family have made it their mission to educate the public on the all-too-often tragic consequences of driving while drowsy. In addition to Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee’s 2015 Washington State Drowsy Driving Prevention and Awareness Week proclamation, the Shaw family have also partnered with the Washington State Patrol, the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission, AAA of Washington, The Washington State Department of Transportation and the King County Sheriffs’ Office in their efforts to promote Drowsy Driving awareness and prevention in Washington state. The statewide proclamation is also in concert with the National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, sponsored by the National Sleep Foundation’s Drowsy Driving website: http:// drowsydriving.org.

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and acute insomnia. On our campuses, high school and college students pull allnighters to study for tests or write papers and are always tired. We are also a culture centered around the automobile. But lack of sleep and driving a car is a deadly combination. On Washington’s roads, there were at least 10 deaths and 77 serious injuries in 2013 that were directly linked to a driver who fell asleep at the wheel. According to the AAA Foundation, drowsy drivers are involved in an estimated 21 percent of all fatal crashes, up from 4.5 percent from 2010. Nationwide, drowsy drivers have caused 1,550 deaths, 71,000 injuries and more than 100,000 accidents each year. A reasonable person would never drive a car when drunk. But many people will drive when they are too tired. There is no difference between being drunk or tired when you are behind the wheel. A study by researchers in Australia showed that being awake for 18 hours produced an impairment equal to a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .05, and .10 after 24 hours; .08 is considered legally drunk in Washington state. We tend to ignore statistics of drowsy driving injuries and deaths. We think ‘That will never happen to me.’ Sadly, my daughter, Mora Shaw, was one of those drowsy driving stats. She and my family know firsthand the pain and suffering caused by a driver who fell asleep at the wheel of a car after being awake for over 20 hours. Nine years ago, Mora, then a 17-yearold Issaquah High graduate, was nearly killed as a result of a driver who fell asleep at the wheel while driving over Blewett Pass. Suffering serious multiple fractures and a two-week coma, Mora barely survived. She spent years in recovery.

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Police Body found at OCTOBER 14 downtown bank

THEFT: A 47-year-old Island

woman reported that her 14-year-old son’s bike was stolen from the Park and Ride on North Mercer Way.

By Reporter Staff

An elderly gentleman passed away at the Mercer Island branch of Umpqua Bank, and his body was found on Oct. 20. Mercer Island Police (MIPD) and Fire (MIFD) Departments confirmed the incident, but are still waiting for an autopsy report from the King County Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the cause of death. “It was a tragic situation,” said Eve Callahan, a spokesperson for the bank. “Our hearts go out to the family.” MIPD Detective David Canter said that on Tuesday, Oct. 20, bank employees found a gentleman in a storage room who was deceased. The police initiated an investigation and the medical examiner took custody of the body. Canter said he could not release the name of the man but did not believe he was an Island resident. MIFD Chief Steve Heitman said that the firefighters did not have extensive involvement, but heard that the man had been in the closet since the Friday before, and that the body had been discovered during a new employee orientation. The investigation is ongoing.

OCTOBER 16 THEFT: An Island woman said

a bicycle was stolen from her residence at the 7100 block of 80th Avenue S.E.

OCTOBER 17 BURGLARY: Two laptops were

stolen from an Island man’s residence at the 7100 block of 86th Avenue S.E., for a loss of $2,500. The rear sliding door was unlocked.

THEFT: An Island man left his cell phone at the U.S. Post Office on 78th Avenue S.E., and reported it stolen.

OCTOBER 18 CAR THEFT: A 46-year-old

Lynnwood woman reported a stolen vehicle at the 7600 block of Sunset Highway. Two suspects, a 23-year-old Renton man and 21-year-old North Bend woman, were arrested. HIT-AND-RUN: An unknown

suspect vehicle collided with a legally parked unoccupied vehicle at the 8500 block of S.E. 78th Street and fled the scene. BURGLARY: An Island woman

who lives at the 4000 block of 92nd Avenue S.E. said someone forced entry into her home through a basement window, causing $500 in damage. The house was

PUBLIC NOTICE Mercer Island School District Ballot Measure Committees needed for the 2016 Capital Projects Levy and School Transportation Levy The Mercer Island School District seeks interested parties to prepare statements in favor of and in opposition to, the upcoming 2016 ballot measures that will renew and replace existing capital levies. Notification is being made pursuant to state regulations and county election rules. Consistent with King County election rules, the committees to submit pro and con statements are limited to three persons each. Interested residents should contact the Superintendent’s Office at 206-236-3300 by November 16, 2015 for more information.

rummaged through, but nothing was taken.

OCTOBER 19 MALICIOUS MISCHIEF: After

being denied permission to top trees on a neighbor’s property, a suspect caused an employee or contractor to cut down a tree on a neighbor’s property at the 3600 block of 92nd Avenue S.E. to improve his view. THEFT: An Island woman at the 8800 block of S.E. 58th Street said two subjects attempted to steal a ladder from her driveway. She chased them and the ladder was dropped before the suspects left the area in a white Ford pick-up truck. FRAUD: An Island man and woman at the 8300 block of S.E. 50th Place reported that unknown suspects opened several fraudulent accounts using their personal information. WARRANT ARREST: Issaquah PD arrested a suspect with a Mercer Island warrant, who was booked into Issaquah Jail with an amount of bail of $500. FRAUD: A 51-year-old Island

woman at the 9400 block of S.E. 52nd Street said her identity was used to make purchases on two credit

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2015 | PAGE 7 cards on Sept. 17.

OCTOBER 20 FRAUD: An Island woman at the 6100 block of East Mercer Way was informed by her CPA that someone had unlawfully filed her taxes using her Social Security number. THEFT: An Island man and woman at the 9400 block of S.E. 52nd Street reported charge accounts opened in their names without permission. Several charges were made. MALICIOUS MISCHIEF: An

the store and attempting to steal. One, a 55-year-old Seattle man, was arrested on an outstanding warrant. FRAUD: An Island man at the 9800 block of S.E. 42nd Place was alerted by a tax accountant that a duplicate return for 2014 had been fraudulently submitted to the IRS by an unknown suspect using his personal information.

OCTOBER 21 FOUND PROPERTY: A bicycle was found at the 8400 block of North Mercer Way.

online, for a loss of $696.15. BURGLARY: An Island man at the 8400 block of S.E. 44th Street reported that his unoccupied home was burglarized during the day. The loss amount was unknown at the time of the report. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE:

An Island man at the 8800 block of S.E. 59th Street said that a junction box with phone and cable wires attached to his house was found open and appeared to have been vandalized.

OCTOBER 23

unknown person threw an object, possibly a rock, at the window of a building at the 9300 block of S.E. 36th Street, breaking the outer pane of a double pane window.

FRAUD: A skimming device was found inside a gas pump at the Chevron on S.E. 68th Street. Officers found a second device installed on another pump at the same location.

BURGLARY: An Island woman at the 2700 block of 76th Avenue S.E. reported a burglary of her residence and theft of jewelry, for a loss of $20,000.

FRAUD: An Island man at the

OCTOBER 22

WARRANT ARREST: A suspect was arrested at the 7000 block of North Mercer Way for a misdemeanor warrant out of Shoreline for driving with a suspended license.

6800 block of 96th Avenue S.E. sent a $5 check to a marine marketing company in exchange for a marketing packet for his business. He found that the company created two checks using his routing number and bank account number from the check he sent. Each fraudulent check was for $199.99. TRESPASS: A group of subjects were trespassed from Rite Aid after twice entering

MEETING NOTICE Mercer Island School District

Unless otherwise noted, school board meetings are held at Mercer Island City Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street. Board meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Regular board meetings begin at 7:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

Special School Board Meeting Thursday, November 5, 2015 @ Islander Middle School 8225 SE 72nd St.

Purposes of Special Meeting: 1) to conduct a site visit at Islander Middle School; 2) to conduct an executive session pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1) (i) to discuss litigation and potential litigation with legal counsel, and pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) to review performance of a public employee. 7:45 a.m. Call to Order Visit with staff Recess to Executive Session (closed to public) Classroom visits 9:45 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Meet with parents in library Classroom visits Debrief with school team Outside tour of new construction (Times are approximate. No final action will be taken.)

Agenda items are subject to change. Please verify agenda items by going to www.mercerislandschools.org/boardagendas

MERCER ISLAND SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Brian Emanuels, President Ralph Jorgenson, Vice-President Pat Braman, Director Adair Dingle, Director Dave Myerson, Director Dr. Gary Plano, Superintendent

FRAUD: An Island man at the 6700 block of S.E. 28th Street reported that his credit card was fraudulently used to purchase a faucet

Gene Alan Phillips

February 9, 1937 - October 21, 2015

Gene Phillips, a Mercer Island resident for 45 years, died October 21 following a stroke. Gene excelled in rowing at the UW. He had a 33 year career as a Mechanical Engineer at Boeing. His hobby was Genealogy. Gene and his wife, Edyth, have 3 children: Quinn (Nosealy), Troy (Alexis), and Cherie (Mike). A Celebration of Life will be held at Evergreen Covenant Church, Mercer Island on November 7 at 2pm with a reception to follow. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2120 1st Ave N, Seattle WA 98109. 1448321

PUBLIC NOTICES SeaWatch Plantation Owners Association, Inc. v. Yvonne Barkas Civil Action No. 2015-CP-26-6392 Court of Common Pleas, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, Horry County, South Carolina TO: YVONNE BARKAS YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above referenced Civil Action within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Summons and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiff’s attorney at the following address: Butler Law, LLC Attn: Dan V. Butler, Esq. 1293 Professional Drive, Ste 224 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 For your information, the Complaint was filed August 28, 2015 with the Clerk of Court for Horry County, South Carolina. You can obtain a copy of the Complaint from the Office of the Horry County Clerk of Court located at 1301 2nd Ave, Conway, South Carolina. If you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid,

the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Answer must be in writing and signed by you or your attorney and must state your address, or the address of your attorney if signed by your attorney. Dan V. Butler, Esq. Phone: (843) 855-3157 Email: dbutler@butlerlaw.net Published in the Mercer Island Reporter on October 28, 2015, November 4, 2015, November 11, 2015. #1445010.

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Folds Five,” he said. “Also a slightly heavier Billy Joel or Elton John. We take a lot of distorted bass and heavy drum sounds.” Mansfield is celebrating his debut with a couple release shows this month. Copies of his EP were available at a pre-release acoustic show Nov. 1 at Island Books. The EP and other merchandise will also be available at a performance featuring Mansfield and his band at The Vera Project in downtown Seattle Friday, Nov. 6. Playing shows around the Seattle-area is nothing new for Mansfield. He’s previously performed at Maeve O’Briant/Contributed Photo The Vera Project as well Islander Henry Mansfield describes his music as “a slightas the Fremont Abbey and ly heavier Billy Joel or Elton John.” Among the instruments the Redmond Firehouse. Growing up on Mercer he plays are bass, drums, guitar, accordion and musical saw. Island, Mansfield was a band student from fifth singing seriously for the thought people made through seventh grade past seven years with a music that way based before switching solely to vocal teacher, and his vocal around piano,” he said. Following the release, choir and focusing on his versatility is very much on Mansfield expects to play a voice. Mansfield trans- display on his EP. A 17-year-old listing few more dates in February ferred into a homeschool program his sophomore influences that date back to support his EP. After year of high school and to the ‘70s may sound that comes the possibility now divides his time strange, but Mansfield says of college. The high school between Mercer Island it happened quite organi- senior said he’s planning High School and the Attic cally, with his mother turn- to apply to the Berklee Learning Community in ing him on to the music of College of Music in Boston Elton John as a child. and is also looking at music Woodinville. “That was a revelation schools in London. He said he has been for me because I never

Island SBA scores rank among highest in state Smarter Balance Assessment (SBA) test results for local elementary and middle school students showed Mercer Island thirdthrough eighth-graders faring quite well. Mercer Island SBA scores primarily ranked among the top five school districts in the state, with many ranking in the top two, Mercer Island School District administrator Jennifer Wright told the School Board on Oct. 22. Mercer Island thirdthrough fifth-graders ranked in the top two for both English Language Arts (ELA) and Math SBA proficiency scores. Grades 6-8 ranked in the top five for math proficiency, while ELA scores for sixth-graders ranked fifth, and eighthgraders sixth, in the state. Seventh grade ELA was the only area in which Mercer Island scores did not to rank in the top 10. “We are looking very seriously at the school level about why that score is so much lower than the general cohorts,” Wright said. Mercer Island did experience a high SBA opt-out

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vested interest in seeing this project successfully completed,” Perez said. “This is a unique opportunity to make a multi-generational investment in Mercer Island and enhance the special community we all call home.” As part of the shift to fundraising for the new Mercer Island Center for the Arts, current Executive Director Louise Kincaid will be leaving at the end of this month. “Louise brought MICA a wide range of arts and non-

rate at the 11th grade level, with nearly 80 percent refusing to take the test. But results for students who did take the exam showed 81 percent and 84 percent met ELA and math proficiency, respectively. Nearly 98 percent of 10th grade students met the proficiency level on the ELA exit exam. “From a standpoint of comparing ourselves to other performances in the state of Washington, we have done well,” Wright said.

ing, curriculum, enrichment, classroom materials and text books. Over 3200 phone calls were made by some 200 volunteers. “The donations provide the leverage the school district needs to ensure an exceptional educational experience for every Mercer Island student,” Yantis said. “What we really need now is for everyone to return their pledge envelopes or jump online and show their support.” For more on how to make a donation, visit http://mercerislandschoolsfoundation.com/fundraising/.

MISF halfway to winter goal

MIYFS seeks holiday sponsors

As of Monday morning, the Mercer Island Schools Foundation (MISF) raised $286,295 from it’s annual Phone-A-Thon fall fundraising campaign. “This event for Mercer Island students wouldn’t be possible without the volunteers who made phone calls to our community,” MISF executive director Penny Yantis said. MISF set its winter fundraising goal at $499,300, and will still be accepting donations through Dec. 31. Money raised is used for classroom-based support and will go toward school improvement plan fund-

The city of Mercer Island Youth and Family Service Department (YFS) is recruiting sponsors for its annual holiday assistance program that provides gift cards to Island children and families in need. Sponsors are confidentially matched with a qualified Island family and asked to provide one gift card per child to help brighten the holiday season. Interested sponsors should contact Cheryl Manriquez, MIYFS family assistance coordinator, at 206-275-7869. Sponsors are asked to register before Nov. 9.

profit management skills,” Hill said. “During her tenure we opened the MICA office, completed major building design work and costing, developed beautiful visual materials and the website, conducted several fundraising events, expanded community outreach, and significantly expanded the board. The board is very appreciative of this successful completion of the organizational phase that Louise was hired to do.” MICA has also hired Jami Cairnes as office administrator to handle day-to-day

functions and support the fundraising consulting team and board as it embarks on the next phase of this exciting and enduring focal point for the arts on Mercer Island. The capital campaign is expected to be approximately $25 million. To date, MICA has raised almost $5 million in cash and pledges. The MICA board projects to break ground in 2017 and open in 2018. For more information about MICA, visit MercerIslandArts.org.

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oeing is coming up on a special year. In July, the company will be 100 years old. It’s a great success story, but Boeing didn’t do it alone. They’ve had incredible support from the community. It’s this special relationship between Boeing and its Puget Sound neighbors that will make its second century even better for the company and the communities where its employees live and work. Boeing and Puget Sound have come far in their journey together. Today, they’re major partners in international trade – with aerospace accounting for over half the state’s exports last year. Boeing is the largest single exporter in the U.S. – an important engine of the economy and a creator of jobs in the Puget Sound area. Although Puget Sound is home to a number of major companies, Boeing remains the state’s largest private employer, with over 80,000 employees based here in Washington. In the past five years, Boeing and Amazon together accounted, directly or indirectly, for more than 40 percent of the jobs created in the Puget Sound region. Commercial aviation is growing around the world, and Boeing’s success in global markets supports rising production rates in Boeing factories around Puget Sound. At the same time, as Boeing increases its international growth, it is also providing support in Puget Sound communities where the majority of its employees live.

In 2014, Boeing, its employees and retirees gave more than $50 million to Washington state charities and nonprofit organizations.

Boeing support for Puget Sound communities Boeing is an important presence in Washington state and in the lives of its residents, and has become a catalyst for positive change in millions of lives. In 2014, Boeing, its employees and retirees gave more than $50 million to Washington state charities and nonprofit organizations. The continued growth in aviation means the Puget Sound region stands to receive continued strong community support for health and human services, arts, environmental, culture and civic engagement.

Boeing is working to significantly expand Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) educational opportunities for Puget Sound youth.

Boeing employees are also playing a leadership role in supporting their communities where they live and work. Through the Employees Community Fund of Boeing Puget Sound, more than $9 million in financial assistance was provided to local nonprofits to boost education, human services and veterans support. The company is also inspiring the next generation of Puget Sound leaders. More than 650 Everett middle school students have participated in Boeing programs focused on energy efficiency and renewable energy. Students are also learning about clean energy and energy conservation due in part to a Boeing-funded science curriculum within the Everett School District. Boeing partners with Everett Community College to train aviation mechanics, and has contributed more than $9 million to the United Way of Snohomish County and other organizations dedicated to service. For the past five years, Boeing employees have volunteered to encourage recycling, employee engagement and community volunteering companywide. The Sustainables, a Green Team based in the Puget Sound, has completed about 80 site-based projects since 2010, contributing to a 74 percent increase in recycling and environmental education initiatives at the local sites. Boeing also supports military personnel and families. The Employees Community Fund awarded a grant to USO Northwest to support the construction on a new USO Welcome Center at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which will serve more than 10,000 military personnel and their families each month. Boeing is lead supporter for Rally Point 6, a nonprofit that helps veterans seeking employment, educational opportunities, assistance with benefits, housing or transition advice. Since the center opened in March 2014, more than 1,750 military, veterans and their families have found support. With Boeing winning in growing the aerospace marketplace, Puget Sound residents will see a win of their own. As the state’s largest employer, Boeing has shown a commitment to giving time, talent and resources to build up the communities its employees call home.

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Top Talent Photo by Peter P. Pedraza New hires Oleksandr Shevchuk and Alexander Davis participate in functional training at the Everett Skills Processing Center prior to joining the 777/777X team as general mechanics.

Boeing taps into high school talent for manufacturing jobs

continually learn and adapt to be sucike many Boeing people, 777/777X cessful,” said Walt Odisho, vice presinew hire mechanic Oleksandr dent of Manufacturing and Safety for Shevchuk is passionate about air- Commercial Airplanes. “We can do a planes. But what makes him – and better job of attracting top talent and 30 other recent hires – different is be- providing opportunities for current and ing part of the inaugural class of high new employees to develop the skills school and skill center graduates join- needed to succeed. If we do that, we ing Boeing through a new accelerated can extend our reputation as a major hub for aerospace talent while providhiring and training program. “Making it to Boeing wasn’t easy,” ing great jobs and careers.” Record producShevchuk said. “But tion levels coupled as the saying goes, with worker retire‘hard work pays off,’ “Making it to Boeing ments on the hoand I’m real excited to rizon means Boebe here.” wasn’t easy but as the ing expects to hire During a high many more people school career day for manufacturing and tour of the Snosaying goes, ‘hard work jobs in WashingIsle Tech Skills Center ton state through in Everett, Shevchuk pays off,’ and I’m real the end of this decaught the aerocade. Boeing is space bug. When he excited to be here.” also making investgraduated in 2015 ments in advanced from high school in manufacturing that Edmonds, while also — Oleksandr Shevchuk will transform the attending Sno-Isle nature of manufacTech, he competed in turing jobs. Those the Washington state Skills USA Aircraft Mechanic Competi- investments mean more preparation tion and won. He finished top 10 nation- and training for current employees and future hires. ally in the Skills USA competition. “We are working with our partners This all from someone who spoke almost no English when he immigrated to help develop people with the skills to America in 2008. He now speaks, needed by aerospace companies,” said reads and writes in Russian, Ukrainian Michelle Burreson, senior manager, Workforce Development & Integration and English. He is currently pursing an Airframe at Commercial Airplanes. “By sharpenand Powerplant (A&P) license and illus- ing existing academic partnerships and trates the type of talent Boeing needs, creating new ones, we can make sure the school curriculum matches the skill Boeing leaders say. “Today’s manufacturing tools and needs of employers. So far, we have processes means our workforce must partnerships with 29 high schools, skill

centers and community and technical colleges in specific skill areas to ensure new hires are career ready.” Boeing recruiters also have accelerated their efforts at Puget Sound schools with strong aerospace programs. In addition to career fairs, information sessions and factory tours, job offers are now presented more quickly to qualified individuals. Once hired, employees participate in a five-day enhanced orientation focused on quality and safety followed by hands-on training with Airplane Programs or Boeing Fabrication. The second wave of more than 30 new hires from high schools and skills centers start the program this month.

“The goal of the Pierce County Skills Center is to prepare students for high-wage, high-demand careers,” said Michelle Ledbetter, director, Pierce County Skills Center in Washington state. “Our aerospace manufacturing students are excited about the opportunity to start their careers in manufacturing at Boeing. These are viable, well-paying jobs with great opportunities for professional development and advancement.” Shevchuk echoed that sentiment. “I’m looking forward to starting my Boeing career and taking on some new challenges. And, at some point, pursue a college degree on the company.”

Photo by Marian Lockhart Earlier this year Ray Conner, Commercial Airplanes president and CEO, spoke to more than 50 community college and high school educators about working together to build the future manufacturing workforce in the Puget Sound region.

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Boeing makes $15 million investment in STEM learning

oeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner announced that Boeing is providing $15 million to create the Boeing Academy for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) Learning at the Museum of Flight . An additional $15 million match was announced by the family of the late Bill Boeing Jr., son of the company founder, bringing the total investment in the museum to $30 million. The academy being created with the company’s investment represents a vigorous, new STEM-focused education initiative that aims to double the number of students served by the museum’s immersive programs over the next two years — particularly from communities under-represented in STEM fields — and connect them to fulfilling, in-demand careers. Washington state leads the United States in creating STEM-related jobs, but, by 2017, an estimated 45,000 jobs requiring STEM education in Washington will go unfilled because of a lack

of qualified candidates, according to Washington STEM, a nonprofit organization advocating for increased investment in STEM education. “This academy will help close that gap, and we are confident the Museum of Flight is the perfect partner to help us expand the pipeline of diverse, talented young STEM professionals in Washington and beyond,” Conner said. “Whether they choose aerospace or not, we’re happy to provide the opportunity, access and education that will enable them to develop their talents and grow their skills.” The Boeing Academy for STEM Learning at the Museum of Flight will significantly expand STEM opportunities for Washington’s youths, company and museum officials said. The number of students served by the museum’s educational program is expected to double by 2017 and double again by 2019. Additionally, at least half of those students will be young women, students of color or economically disadvantaged, which makes it possible for

Photo courtesy of Boeing Children toss paper airplanes to celebrate the announcement of the Boeing Academy for STEM Learning at the Museum of Flight near Seattle.

young people across the spectrum of the community to develop their talents and share in the promise of a better future, officials said. “It allows us to reach more kids, allows a lot more kids to be involved in programs that we’ve already done and allows us to expand the program dramatically to reach underserved audiences,” said Doug King, CEO of the Museum of Flight, about Boeing’s investment. “What we find in our immer-

sive programs at the high-school level is that two-thirds of those kids end up going into STEM careers, and more than half of those are aerospace related.” Meanwhile, June Boeing represented her late husband, Bill Boeing Jr., in announcing the $15 million match. “He cared so deeply about the educational mission of the museum,” she said of her husband. “He would smile most brightly when in the midst of our eager young learners.”

Local clubs learn who’s ‘all in’ for Legion of Youth Powered by Boeing Photo courtesy of Boeing

t’s a video message they will likely never forget. Teenagers involved in more than half-a-dozen, youth-focused organizations in Washington state learned through a short video message that they’re among the recipients selected to join the Legion of Youth Powered by Boeing this year. The Legion of Youth is a unique community program created in 2014 to provide tickets to the National Football League’s Seattle Seahawks home games to community organizations that serve young people throughout the U.S. Pacific Northwest. The news was delivered in a video featuring Pete Carroll, Seahawks head coach, and Ray Conner, Boeing Com-

Boeing Commercial Airplanes CEO Ray Conner and Seahawks’ Coach Pete Carroll announce groups to receive home game tickets in special video message.

mercial Airplanes president and CEO. Empowering local young people is part of Boeing’s long-standing commitment to giving back to the communities where employees live and work. “Legion of Youth Powered by Boeing is really a special way for us to recognize local students like you who are committed to school, demonstrating leadership, are active in your local communities and are setting a great example for your peers,” Conner said in the video. “That’s why we’re so excited to let you know that the youth-focused organization you are part of has been selected as one of our 2015 Legion of Youth recipients.” During each of the eight regular season games at CenturyLink Field in Se-

attle, 25 young people each will receive four game tickets and the opportunity to meet a former Seahawks player. They also are given concession vouchers and a Legion of Youth Powered by Boeing sweatshirt while at the game. “Legion of Youth is an outstanding program that recognizes students who make positive contributions in the classroom and in the community,” Seahawks President Peter McLoughlin said. “We are pleased to partner with Boeing to provide tickets for deserving youth to be among the 12s on game day at CenturyLink Field.” The Seahawks and Boeing select the community groups that receive the tickets.

This year’s recipients are: ■ Athletes for Kids ■ Boys and Girls Clubs of Bellevue ■ Boys and Girls Clubs of Snohomish County ■ Girl Scouts of Western Washington ■ Seattle Youth Violence Prevention Initiative ■ Washington Aerospace Scholars ■ WA National Guard Child & Youth Program ■ YMCA of Greater Seattle

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MI girls swim tops all at KingCo championships Islanders see winners in four events Oct. 31 at Kamiak HS By Joe Livarchik

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The members of Mercer Island’s undefeated girls swim and dive team did everything they could this season to win the 3A KingCo league crown. On the final day of the KingCo championships this weekend, they did enough to win KingCo’s 4A crown

as well. Mercer Island swam away with the top score at the KingCo championship finals Saturday, Oct. 31 at Kamiak High School. The Islanders’ team score of 695 was enough to top 4A league champs Skyline, who finished the meet with a score of 662. Newport rounded out the top three with a team score of 490. “We were fairly confident that we could win the 3A title today,” Mercer Island coach Chris Conroy said. “To go out and win the

whole meet was exciting.” Mercer Island punctuated the close of the meet edging Skyline by two-tenths of a second to win the 400 freestyle relay. It was the only relay Skyline would drop. The Spartans not only won both the 200 medley relay and 200 free relay, but also set KingCo records for both events in the process. Christina Bradley, Danika Himes, Kathy Lin and Sarah DiMeco won the 200 medley relay at 1:50.72, while the team of Kathy Lin,

Evens takes 3A district golf title MI senior registers school record as Islanders place second at meet

Tyson Peters said. “He just exudes confidence right now.” Evens finished three shots better than runnerup Sam Warkentin of Bainbridge Island and six shots ahead of West Seattle’s Bailey Fuentes, who placed By Joe Livarchik jlivarchik@mi-reporter.com third. He birdied eight Mercer Island senior times through the 18-hole Zach Evens took home the course. Peters admitted he 3A Sea-King district title Tuesday, Oct. 27, medaling thought Evens might get at the district meet with a a run for his money at Tuesday’s district meet. day-low 67 strokes. “When high school Evens’ 5-under score players get for the parmatched up 72 course at against some Snohomish other studs, it Golf Course tends to cause was a Mercer nerves to hapIsland school pen and cause record, one guys not to shot better play their best,” than the prehe said. “Zach vious record is feeding off of 68, held by that right now. Islander Dan He has this Kern. energy and The win also Zach Evens wants to go out kept Evens’ and beat whoundefeated ever he’s playseason alive, as the Mercer ing against. ” Island senior has either Evens and teammate medaled or co-medaled at Drew Christofferson every meet this year. “I’ve never seen anything advanced to the 3A state like it,” Mercer Island coach tournament, which will take

place in May. Christofferson placed 11th, shooting a 76. Mercer Island senior Braden Williams just missed the state cut and will serve as the first alternate for the meet in May. Williams finished the course with 79 strokes. Despite only having three players competing, the Islanders placed second as a team. Roosevelt took the top spot with a score of 43.1 points, with Mercer Island next at 40.5. Lake Washington was third with a team score of 28. “It was an impressive team effort,” Peters said. “We got three guys who are four-year varsity seniors, it will be cool for them to go to Spokane and experience that together. It’s going to be a fun spring.”

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MI volleyball KingCo tournament champions

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Mercer Island volleyball took home the 3A KingCo tournament trophy Saturday, Oct. 31 at Interlake High School. The Islanders defeated Interlake 3-1 in their opener before dispatching Lake Washington 3-1 in the final. Mercer Island will head into the district tournament with the top seed out of their league. Jemma Yeadon was named league MVP, while teammates Natalie Robinson and Tess Hendelman earned first team AllKingCo honors. Kelly Behrbaum and Adara Hamilton were named to the All-KingCo second team, and Helena Shield earned honorable mention.

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Islander girls cross country team advances to state MI girls place fifth at 3A Sea-King district meet By Reporter Staff

For the second-straight year, Mercer Island girls cross country is statebound. Placing in the top five of the 3A Sea-King district

meet Saturday, Oct. 31 at Lake Sammamish State Park, the Islanders punched their ticket to the state championships Saturday, Nov. 7 at Sun Willows Golf Course in Pasco. Mercer Island placed fifth overall at the district meet. Ballard won the girls 5K, with Bellevue, Holy Names Academy and Garfield also advancing. The Islanders had two

finishers in the top 25. Chloe Michaels placed 15th (20:07) and Maggie Baker finished 25th (20:26.41). Holy Names’ Jordan Oakes won with a time of 18:48.99. Bellevue senior Katherine Penner was runner-up at 18:58.98.

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Mercer Island’s Chloe Michaels (335) fights off Ballard’s Veronica Redpath (left) during the 3A Sea-King district cross country meet Oct. 31 at Lake Sammamish State Park. Michaels placed 15th to advance to the 3A state meet.

SWIM | FROM 17 Lauren Sayles won the 100 breaststroke at 1:08.87. For Mercer Island, Sabrina Kwan won the 200 IM at 2:12.49. Maeve Murdoch edged Skyline’s DiMeco and Newport’s Elisa Fang by half of a second to win the 100 fly at 59.27. And Alex Williams beat Interlake’s Erin Harvey by two-tenths of a second to take the 100 free at 54.88. Bellevue’s Sarah Walsh won the diving event, registering a final score of 398.2. In Saturday’s effort, Conroy said he was most impressed with Islander swimmers Lauryn Brittain and Ellie Williams. Brittain recorded the first

two state cuts of her high school career in the 50 free (25.2) and 100 free (55.6). Williams registered her first state cuts of the season in the 200 IM (2:13.65) and 500 free (5:13.10), and also swam the anchor leg of the 400 freestyle relay. Conroy acknowledged that having an impressive showing at KingCo is by no means the end goal for his team. But with the end of the season right around the corner, he was feeling pretty good about the strides his swimmers had shown. “I’m really pleased with where we’re at,” Conroy said. “I think we still have a lot of time to drop this season, but being where we are today, I’m really confident heading into districts and state.”

MEETING NOTICE Mercer Island School District

Regular School Board Meeting Thursday, November 12, 2015

7:00 p.m. Call to Order Public input Full Governance Process Monitoring and Language Review: 1) Board Policy 1800 OE-9: Communication and Support to the Board 2) Board Policy 1005: President’s Role 3) Board Policy 2020: Fundamental 7 – Superintendent’s Interpretation Partial Governance Process Monitoring: 1) Board Policy 1800 OE-11: Facilities and Capital Assets – 2014 Bond Projects Update 2) Board Policy 1610: Equity and Diversity (1st rdg.) 3) Board Policy 1800 OE-9: Communication and Support to the Board a) New Adm. Policy 6505, Video Security on School District Grounds or Property b) High School Start Time

Agenda items are subject to change. Please verify agenda items by going to www.mercerislandschools.org/boardagendas

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Wolverines edge Islanders to claim KingCo league title | Prep girls soccer

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With a league title at stake, Mercer Island was hoping for a change of fortune against the Bellevue Wolverines in their regular season finale Thursday, Oct. 29 at Islander Stadium. The Wolverines were the only team all season to hold the Islanders scoreless on the soccer pitch. A single goal separated the two teams in their previous matchup Oct. 6 in Bellevue, deadlocking them into a tie for first place. Once again, a single goal proved to be the difference. And once again, it was Bellevue delivering the blow. Getting a goal from

sophomore Anastasia Justus in the 70th minute, the Bellevue Wolverines edged Mercer Island 1-0 to claim the 3A/2A KingCo league title. The win earned Bellevue (11-4, 10-2 in KingCo) the top seed and home-field advantage going into the 3A KingCo tournament. “It was exciting that it built up to this end game,” Bellevue coach Matt Dorman said. “Our pregame prep was to focus on the fact that it was the same as any game, so our focus today was keeping composed. We just wanted to be relaxed and play our game.” Bellevue’s front line had the Islanders (13-3, 9-3 in KingCo) on their heels throughout much of the contest. Though the Wolverines only outshot the Islanders 8-5 in a scoreless first half, Bellevue consistently maintained offensive possession just past midfield, pushing Mercer

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Mercer Island’s Jackie Stenberg fights for possession with Bellevue’s Carly Tudor Thursday, Oct. 29 at Islander Stadium. The Wolverines beat the Islanders 1-0 to win the 3A/2A KingCo league title. Island’s forwards back and keeping pressure on the Islander midfielders. Mercer Island attempted to turn up its offensive attack in the second half, getting looks in the 44th

and 47th minutes, but couldn’t finish past goalkeeper Brittley Gaan.

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Mercer Island boys water polo closed the season strong destroying Shorewood 21-8. Seniors Kirk Robinson, Conner Vacca and Ford Witman were honored for their career contributions. The Islanders struck first with a Sammy Vacca goal 30 seconds into play. Goals by Erik Raisys, Sam Nair and Conner Vacca followed making it 5-1 at the firstquarter mark. The Islanders launched a massive air assault in the second quarter, scoring nine goals over a blistering five-minute interval. Kirk Robinson lead the quarter with two goals while seven more Islanders added to the tally. The Islander lead widened to 14-2 at the half. Frustrations continued to mount for the Thunderbirds in the third quarter as Shorewood was not able to muster any defensive pressure. Goals by Robinson,

Nik Lacrampe, Witman and Daniel Kavesh made it 20-2 at the end of the third. After dominating for three quarters, coach Andrew Smith-Jones called up the JV team to play the final quarter of the game. Against a more inexperienced crew, Shorewood was able to put some in the net, scoring six goals in the final period. Ken Huang popped the ball up to Leif Gullstad at 3:31 for the lone Islander goal of the final quarter, but victory was at hand 21-8.

Islanders finish 5-1 in San Diego Invite The Islanders rode the winning wave of Senior Night to Southern California and made short work of four opponents at the San Diego Invitational. The Islanders dispatched California teams Bonita Visa 10-3, Granite Hills 9-5, San Pasqual 7-6 and Eastlake 6-4 to reach the championship bracket.

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Mercer Island played a heart-pumping quarterfinals game versus San Diego powerhouse Torrey Pines. The Islanders trailed the Falcons 2-8 at halftime, but came all the way back to tie it 9-9 on a Conner Vacca goal in regulation. The game remained tied after triple overtime before the Falcons emerged victorious 11-10 on a golden goal. The Islanders went on to beat Fallbrook 9-7 in their final tournament game for a top-6 finish in a field featuring 44 of the best West Coast high school teams. Mercer Island heads to the Washington state regionals later this week.

the Reporter deadline. The winner earned an automatic berth to the 3A state tournament.

Islanders earn allleague honor Several Islander players were received All-KingCo recognition. Mercer Island defender and senior captain Mary Elise Lovejoy was named league co-MVP with Liberty midfielder Jordan Hemmen. Lovejoy, Piper Casey and Namya Malik were named to the all-league first team. Taylor Krause, Camryn Steiner, Nalami Ogawa and Kate Miller were named to the second team. Jackie Stenberg, Olivia Morris, Kendall Riley and Bella Johnson earned honorable mention.

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“We had some chances to get it in and sometimes it’s just not there,” Mercer Island coach Ryan Camden said. “Our goal was to press them as much as we could and we did. All you can ask at the end of the day is that you play your best, that’s soccer sometimes. We’ll be ready to go back to work and come at it again.” Bellevue had three corner opportunities in the game, with two in the second half. The third in the 69th minute led to the game-deciding goal. Justus made the most of Sophia Butterfield’s kick, which found her right in front of the net. “It gives us home-field advantage, so that was pretty big,” Justus said. Mercer Island faced Bellevue again in their KingCo tournament matchup Monday, Nov. 2 after

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WEDNESDAY | 4 PROBUS CLUB MEETING: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Mrs. Helen Szablya, Honorary Consul General of Hungary, will speak on her experiences while growing up in Hungary between WWI and WWII under Nazi and Soviet control of her country. Bring a friend.

THURSDAY | 5 NOVEMBER CHAMBER LUNCHEON: Noon-1:15 p.m.,

Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. King County Executive Dow Constantine and Deputy Executive Fred Jarrett will speak. Open to the public. Reservations can be made by calling the Chamber office at 206-2323404 by 5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 3. $15 for members, $20 for non-members. MERCER ISLAND VISUAL ARTS LEAGUE MONTHLY MEETING:

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. Monthly general meetings are the first Thursday of every month and open to the public. Discover what MIVAL does and meet many artists of all mediums. Become a member and make new friendships through visual arts. For more, visit www.mival.org or contact Nannette Bassett at nannettebas@gmail.com or 206-232-8148. MERCER ISLAND VISUAL ARTS LEAGUE 2015 HOLIDAY SHOW ARTISTS’ RECEPTION:

6:30-8 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event

Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and entertainment. For more, call 206275-7609. COMMUNITY AND EVENT CENTER - 10TH ANNIVERSARY:

6:30-8 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Join staff and patrons as we celebrate with an open house alongside the Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) Holiday Show, presented by the Mercer Island Arts Council. Evening festivities will include a trivia contest, cake, hors d’oeuvres, beverages and much more.

SATURDAY | 7 MIPA’S TOY SWAP: 9 a.m.-1

p.m., Mercer Island High School, 9100 S.E. 42nd St. The Preschool Association’s annual sale will take place at new location MIHS. Pre-sale begins at 8:45 a.m. for MIPA members. For more, visit http://mipreschoolassociation.org/toyswap/. RUSS RIDDLE’S CORRAL YOUR CASH COW: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.,

Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. This session saddles you up to better legally protect, manage and fatten that cash cow of your speaking business all while having fun! Russ Riddle serves up quick wit, humorous storytelling and poignant tips, keeping you involved from start to finish. Cost is $25-45. BAND TOGETHER - ISLAND ¡CARNIVAL!: 6-10 p.m., Mercer

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Island School District band programs. The evening’s theme, “Island ¡Carnival!” will feature an eclectic mix of music, wine, beer, hors d’oeuvres and desserts with a Brazilian flair along with one-of-a-kind live and silent auction items. Tickets are $75.

SUNDAY | 8 MI FOOTBALL MATTRESS FUNDRAISER: 10 a.m.-5

p.m., Sunday, Nov. 8, 2825 W. Mercer Way. Mercer Island High School and Junior Football Programs are holding their first annual Mattress Fundraiser. For one day only, come purchase a name-brand, top-quality mattress at significant discounts and support the community’s football program. For more, visit www.facebook.com/ events/1480846238857180.

EVENTS | ONGOING MIVAL 2015 HOLIDAY SHOW:

Nov. 2-Dec. 18, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) will showcase paintings, fiber arts, photography, as well glass, jewelry, ceramics, and more. A great place to find holiday gifts for someone special on your list! Call 206-275-7609 for more info.

EVENTS | UPCOMING HELLO DOLLY: 7 p.m., Nov.

12-14 and 19-21, Mercer Island High School PAC, 9100 S.E. 42nd St. Join the MIHS Drama Department in our fall musical, HELLO, DOLLY!, as Dolly Levi does her best to bring love and companionship to the citizens of New York. Pre-sale

TUESDAY | 10 LONG TERM CARE FACILITY MEETING: 1-2 p.m., Caucus

Room at City Hall, 9611 S.E. 36th St. If you are an Adult Family Home or Long Term Care Facility on Mercer Island please join us for our quarterly meetings to discuss how to respond and recover from a disaster. Contact Officer Jennifer Franklin at 206-275-7905.

ING: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St. For questions, contact Amber Britton at amber.britton@ mercergov.org or 206-2757864. MERCER ISLAND UTILITY BOARD MEETING: 7 p.m., City Hall

MIHS PTSA ISLAND BOOK NIGHT:

6:30-8:30 p.m., Island Books, 3014 78th Ave. S.E. Shop anytime throughout the day and identify yourself as an MIHS parent. Proceeds will benefit MIHS PTSA programs and services. Social hour at 6:30 p.m.

Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th St. The Mercer Island Utility Board is an advisory board to the City Council on matters regarding all utilities on the Island. The Utility Board meets on the second Tuesday of the month unless otherwise posted. For more, visit www.mercergov.org.

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Nov. 17. The Mercer Island Sister City Association will sponsor an informal French conversation evening for anyone who wants to improve their French at the home of Beth Brennen on Mercer Island. The only

EVENTS | LIBRARY 4400 88TH AVE. S.E. 206-236-3537 WWW.KCLS.ORG/MERCERISLAND CHILDREN & FAMILIES A DAY OF STORIES AND SONGS:

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7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4, Aljoya, 2430 76th Ave. S.E. The Mercer Island Sister City Association, the Mercer Island Arts Council and Aljoya will co-host this French film in which Ophuls brings his masterful art of direction to three stories by Guy de Maupassant: “Le Masque”, “La Maison Tellier”, “Le Modele”. Featured scholar Lance Rhodes will provide introduction and postcommentary for the film, which will be in French with English subtitles. No 6:30 pre-program. Free to the public. For more, call Carla Peterson at 206-2325354.

Wednesday, Nov. 4. The hottest selling LEGO brand, Mindstorms EV3 combines classic Lego Building with the world of robotics, using motors, sensors and software. Learn how to design and program your Lego ‘bots that can perform all kinds of tasks. Ages 9 to 16. TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING: 7 p.m., Tuesday,

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Lk Forest Park

$1,998,000

Sheridan Beach waterfront home with expansive 180 lake views from Mt Rainier to Mt Baker. Gracious 4BR/4BA. Colonial boasts grand living & dining rooms + expansive deck. #853506 Julie Green 206-930-0511

Price Reduced $1,100,000

Lovely 2 story-quiet street invites formal & informal living, outdoor spaces for all & close to schools & shopping center. Updated w/ new paint, floors, carpets, hardwds-both levels #842149 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-949-3270

Federal Way

$510,000

◆ 100’ Shared Wtft! $1,900,000

Magical sunsets & sensational lake views abound in this 2009 studs-out remodel, custom finishes throughout. Large windows take advantage of lake views from nearly every rm. 4BR/2.75BA #864286 Julie Green 206-930-0511

South Mercer

$989,000

Multi-Family!

$499,000

Spacious 4 bedroom + Office, 3 bathroom home on the south end. This 2810SF home sited on a lovely 13,556SF lot is the best value under $1million on Mercer Island. Call for a private tour #809597 Becky Nadesan 206-972-1113

First Hill

$1,550,000

$100,000 price reduction! Incredible views of Lake WA, Seattle, Mountains & sunsets. This 5BR/3.75BA, fully remodeled beautiful home is located on the convenient North End. #802344 Shelly Zhou 425-802-5667

Enatai

◆ Mercerwood

$795,000

$479,000

Capitol Hill

$465,000

Norris Homes resale in Bellacarino Norris Homes resale in Bellacarino Woods. Timeless and traditional floorplan. Exceptionally private & peaceful backyard. 3BR/2BA. 3,300 SF. #820992 Michele Schuler 206-992-2013

Great investment opportunity, good location on Beacon Hill. Four one bedroom and one bath units. Long term Tenants. Rents are below market, vacancy rates are near zero. #837376 Sammy Lee 206-972-3801

Tucked away on a well maintained shy 2ac lot sits a well-planned charming home. 1930SF, 3BR + Office, 3 bathrooms, two separate entertainment areas, off master deck & quaint covered porch #848516 Seattle Brokerage Group 206-230-5380

◆ Renton Hill

SHORT SALE

Seattle

$295,950

Surrounded by beautiful gardens, this gorgeous 3BR rambler exceeds expectations w/ a beautifully remodeled kitchen featuring granite counters, stainless appliances & high-end cabinetry. #861524 Greg Rosenwald 206-230-5445

Sammamish

$2,250,000

Builders, developers and investors take notice! Desirable Pine Lake Community surrounded by elegant custom homes. Over 3.5 acres, zoned R-4, opportunity for development. #788543 Curt Peterson 206-230-5480

Waterfront Land

$2,225,000

Start your dream today with this premier MI Lake Washington 110’+/- waterfront lot. Build your custom home on cleared 10,147sf end of lane lot with straight on view of Mt. Rainier. #808240 Melinda LeClercq 206-349-6116

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

$245,500

Lovely Seabeck rambler in excellent condition. Kitchen features granite counters and stainless appliances. Tiered media room for movies or the big game! 3BR/2BA #725432 James R. Shute 206-230-5421

Mercer Island

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$710,000

..363 Acre LOT FOR SALE. Review w/ Your Architect and Staff. Great Location For a Beautiful Home on Mercer Island! Call Broker for More Information. #775221 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

How sweet it is! Approx 1,394 sf, 3BR/2.5BA rambler lives large. The heart of the home is the living/dining rm w/gas fplc, hdwd, & wainscoting. Fully fenced backyard with patio, dog area on n’side & flat grassy area. #863496 Katie Penny Shea 206-755-5051 Molly Penny 206-200-4411

Welcome to this lovely & tranquil neighborhood. Slate & cherry floors mix to create warm elegance in this spacious 2BR home. Covered & secured parking. High ceilings, tasteful finishes. #825658

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Sammamish

$1,120,000

Contemporary architectural piece nestled in coveted Rock Meadow Farm Community. Awash in natural light, featuring an open concept & custom design in a tranquil setting. Great schools #802991 Tom Wu 206-240-7300

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$550,000

View, View, View in Issaquah SD! Rare light & bright, level entry 4BR (or 3+den), end unit w/2-car full size garage. Well run community on a dead-end road, protected by a greenbelt. #861147 Heidi Klansnic 425-830-4199

Kirkland

$368,000

This alluring condo community emphasizes the luxury of downtown Kirkland living. Just steps away from Lake WA’s shore, several parks, groceries, lively restaurants, bars, shops & more. #856101 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444

$168,000

Well situated entry level, 2 bedroom home. Move in condition. Close to amenities and bus line. Secured, gate access grounds w/ garage parking. Stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets. #790472 Seattle Brokerage Group 206-919-1290

$848,500 BUILD NEW?

Beautiful 19,360sf mid-island building lot zoned R9.6. Westerly territorial and lake views with a potential 2-lot short plat. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac. #574116 Keith McKinney 206-230-5380

$1,195,000

The property has 5 buildings consisting of 1 4plex and 4 individual houses. The zoning is R14. Well positioned property! Commercial access with 1 mile radius. #805506 Curt Peterson 206-230-5480 Eric Napoleone 206-747-7155

$829,950

Opportunity Knocks! Stunning luxury home for only 269/sqft! $200K+ in improvements include: 20’ floor-to-ceiling glass windows, gourmet kitchen & baths, solid hdwd floors, new roof & A/C. #853263 Shelly Zhou 425-802-5667

Snohomish

Multi-Family!

$575,000

Suburban Lot For Sale, Forested on Street of Established Nice Homes. Partially Bordered by Park & Greenbelt. Beautiful, Natural Setting. Hear the Birds. Stream at South End of Lot. #775235 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

GREAT MI LOT!

Capitol Hill

$428,500 Greenwater

Private road leads to scenic sylvan site in premier mid-Island E. Mercer neighborhood! All utilities in! Bank finance too. Bring your Architect/Builder! #797307 Natalie Malin 206-232-3240 Keith McKinney 206-230-5380

$350,000

Rare find. 3 adjacent lots totaling 15,000sqft. Build your dream home or 2 townhomes. Lake Union & Queen Anne views, walk to city center, Broadway & more. Amazing location! #678887 Patricia Temkin 206-579-5073

$118,500

Your year round recreation oasis waits! Enjoy endless summer & winter fun at this pristine Crystal River Ranch property! 1/2 ac+ this flat, corner lot is close to playground & clubhouse #770312 Carrie Simmons 206-679-7093 Keith McKinney 206-230-5380

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