Snoqualmie Valley Record, March 21, 2012 by Seth Truscott

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Above, music advocates in the Snoqualmie Valley, parent Carol Reitz, Twin Falls Middle School director Matt Wenman and Mount Si director Adam Rupert hope to nurture local bands. Below, Mount Si Jazz students Josh Supkoff, Lizzy Young, Kyle Seymour, Boone Hapke and Ben Wheeler blow their horns during an early morning practice.

Notes for life School coalition builds love of music, gains national attention during challenging era BY CAROL LADWIG

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Brass notes blast out the just-opened door at Boxley’s Place on a snowy Friday. Snow has cancelled school for the day, but it hasn’t stopped the music for some 30 student musicians, who are all assembled for one reason. The reason is Wycliffe Gordon, a famed trombonist, composer, and educator, who is visiting the Valley specifically to instruct Mount Si High School Jazz I students in the art of “the greasy blues.” Gordon is one of three judges of the Swing Central Festival in Savannah, Georgia, which Mount Si was selected to compete in this year.

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North Bend residents will be asked in April for their opinions on a potential change in police services for the city. The city currently has a contract with the King County Sheriff’s Office for police services, as well as the sheriff’s substation located on Boalch Avenue, but for financial reasons, is considering a proposal to share police services with the city of Snoqualmie. Shared services could save $280,000 to $400,000 for each year of the five-year contract. City Administrator Duncan Wilson said the potential savings are the main reason the city is considering the change. “We haven’t had a problem with police services,” he said. At a March 13 workshop, the council discussed the change and decided to call for public input on the question. The public comment session is tentatively set for Tuesday, April 17, during the council’s regular meeting, which starts at 7 p.m. at the Mount Si Senior Center. The council must also decide whether to give the county the full 18 months advance notice of a cancelation. If they do, the soonest citizens would see a change is January of 2014.

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Creativity, dedication, intelligence, discipline, and love. Each of these qualities is embodied in the Snoqualmie Valley Schools Foundation’s 2012 selections for Educators of the Year, to be honored Thursday, March 22, at the foundation’s annual luncheon. Tina Longwell, the secretary/ registrar at Opstad Elementary School feels lucky to come to school, where she says the children teach her something new every day. For the 2012 Classified Employee of the Year, the best part of her job is everything, even the challenge of not laughing at some of the things her 540 kids say. Elizabeth Cronin, Elementary Educator of the Year, makes sure to connect with her fourth graders at Cascade View Elementary School every day, with a hug, a secret handshake, or just a high-five. She especially loves teaching math, because she can see her students learning. “It’s one of the best things about teaching,” she said. Another is when students are so excited about a subject, they research it on their own, and then tell her all about it the next morning. Dave Bettine watches over his eighth grade students as they explore and test boundaries at Twin Falls Middle School. His job, he says, is not only to teach them math and all its practical applications, but also to provide a safety net for each of them in their last year of middle school. He’s also going to help them launch a weather balloon into space, just for fun. He is the Middle School Educator of the Year. For High School Educator of the Year Jenny Foster, her Spanish classes are as much about teaching language and culture as they are about building relationships. In her junior year of high school, spent as an exchange student at a Columbian all-girls Catholic school, Foster found a caring, loving culture, and a greater understanding of her role as a citizen of the world. Her mission in teaching, she says, is to impart this to her students.

Perfect textbook In 22 years of teaching and continuous learning, Spanish teacher Foster has yet to find “the perfect textbook.” So now, with children in tenth, seventh and fourth grades respectively and a husband who also has a demanding education job, she has started to think about the “someday” when she

might be able to write it herself. It would have a technology piece, to engage students, she said, with history and pop culture references for “the authentic cultural piece,” and it will somehow fully immerse students in the language, written and spoken. She jokes that the book will be “a compilation of 22 years,” but it’s more likely to be a recreation of Foster’s junior year of high school, the year she spent as an exchange student in Columbia. “That was one of the best years of my entire life, because it really solidified what I wanted to teach,” Foster said. Foster grew up on a farm in Corvallis, Ore., and knew since the fourth grade that she was going to be a teacher, “I just didn’t know of what,” she said She remembers often recruiting her three younger siblings as students. “I always had them at the kitchen table , and I made up these worksheets for them, and I’d say ‘ok,you’re not getting up from the table until you finish these.’” Winning a Rotary scholarship for a year in Columbia gave her the direction she needed, she said. Initially, she thought she’d request a Scandinavian country to spend her year abroad, but then she went to a Rotary conference to meet people from the other host countries. “I met the Columbians, the Brasileños – (Brazilians), the Chileans, and I fell in love completely with the Latino culture and these people,” she said. “They were warm and friendly … and I thought, if that was what my year would be like with these kinds of people, I would be really happy. So Columbia was my first choice.” As a junior, she was enrolled in an all-girls Catholic school in Columbia. She’d taken two years of high school French, but knew no Spanish when she arrived, so she spent the first half of the year learning Spanish and grammar with a second-grade class. By her second semester, however, she was taking trigonometry, chemistry and philosophy, entirely in Spanish. “I knew by the third or fourth month, that I was going to be OK, because I woke up in November, thinking, ‘oh, my gosh, I dreamt in Spanish!’” she recalled. Her own immersion in the language was an invaluable experience, and one she tries to recreate for her second- and third-year students at Mount Si

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Using a game to help students review for a test, Mount Si High School Spanish teacher Jenny Foster moves from table to table in her classroom. Foster has been named a 2012 Educator of the Year by the Snoqualmie Valley Schools Foundation.

Educators of 2012 Through nominations from parents, students and co-workers, the following staff members have been named Educators of the Year: Classified Staff - Tina Longwell, secretary/registrar at Opstad Elementary School Elementary School - Elizabeth Cronin, fourth grade teacher at Cascade View Elementary School Middle School - Dave Bettine, eighth grade math teacher at Twin Falls Middle School High School - Jenny Foster, Spanish teacher. High School, at least during her class time. “They sign a pledge of honor that they won’t speak English,” she said, and they pretty much hold to it, except for one day a week ago, when a girl simply had to tell Foster in English, how cute her shoes were – she didn’t know the correct expression in Spanish. She’ll know how to say it by now, though, because Foster places a special emphasis on the spoken word in her classes. “I’m all about the oral piece,” Foster said. “It’s great to know how to read and write… but if you can’t articulate your ideas orally, why learn a language?”

Her fluency in speaking Spanish, though, is only a small part of what Foster learned in Columbia. She also absorbed the culture, saying “I haven’t found a more generous loving warm people in a culture,” and she saw how important relationships were, in everything people did. That lesson, in particular, is reflected in her teaching now. “These kids, 90 percent of what I teach, they aren’t going to remember, but they will always remember how I treated them, and what our relationship was,” she said. As an example, she points out two of her students in the lunchroom. “Those girls over there, they know I would do anything for them.” Foster returned to Oregon from Columbia with greater confidence, “more of a vision of what it meant to be a world citizen,” and the momentum to reach her goal. “I finished college in three and a half years, because I wanted to be in the classroom,” she said, adding “Trying to impart that, ‘what does it mean to be a world citizen’ to these kids, I think that was a huge part of my mission to be a teacher.” Foster taught high school Spanish for 10 years in Jefferson, Ore., then five years at Oregon State University before coming to Mount Si six years ago.

The Snoqualmie Valley Schools Foundation will host an afternoon on education Thursday, March 22, with its annual fundraising luncheon. Along with recognition of the 2012 Educators of the Year, the luncheon will feature several speakers, a video on the honored teachers, and a keynote address from Sandi Everlove. She is the Chief Learning Officer of Washington STEM, a nonprofit organization that works to provide educational opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, to all Washington students. Educators of the Year for 2012 are: Tina Longwell, secretary/registrar at Opstad Elementary School; Elizabeth Cronin, fourth grade teacher at Cascade View; Dave Bettine, eighth grade math teacher at Twin Falls Middle School; and Jenny Foster, Mount Si High School Spanish teacher. See Foster’s story at left, and learn about more awardwinning educators in next week’s edition. The luncheon is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Snoqualmie Ridge TPC. Admission is a suggested donation of $75. To RSVP, visit www.svsfoundation.org.

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ooking up at snow-dusted Mount Si this week, I wonder how Renato Cocchella and Valeria Gamonal are doing in the bright South American sunshine. Earlier this month, the two Peruvian exchange students arrived back in their hometown of Chaclacayo after a February visit to learn Snoqualmie Valley ways. So, as the snow falls in the Valley, these teens are transitioning to late summer in the southern hemisphere. It’s 80 degrees this week in Chaclacayo. Sounds pretty rough. Trekking between continents SETH TRUSCOTT requires a major adjustment to cli- Editor mate, daily life, school work and surroundings. Host parent Barbara Scott, who took in Valeria during the winter visit, describes her guest as a “very adaptable kid.” The teen was brave enough to explore—she tried every new food the Scotts served her—but also marched to her own rhythm. For example, while exploring rainy Seattle, she insisted on carrying an umbrella. Bumbershoots are uncommon apparel around here, so the Scotts had to track one down. Handed a Mount Si sweatshirt on her second day in the Valley, Valeria didn’t know what to make of the animal on the front. That was when she learned about high school mascots. Scott told me she highly recommends the experience. Through everyday interactions, from eating dinner to nights out at the theater, the Scott family learned from Valeria and the exchange student learned from them. Hosts and visitor alike grew during the visit, which opened the family’s eyes to a new world. Adventures and growth like this wouldn’t happen without the city of Snoqualmie’s brave steps to forge bonds with cities in other far-off nations. To date, Snoqualmie is the only Valley community with a sister city (Gangjin, Korea) and a Friendship City (Chaclacayo). We all know local cities have far more serious concerns—budget cuts, infrastructure needs, school impact fees—but there’s more to life than pipes, paychecks and taxes. Culture adds meaning to civic life, too. Right now, Snoqualmie has a big lead; I’d like to see North Bend, Carnation and Fall City forge some international links next. Tina McCollum, secretary to the Snoqualmie Sister Cities Association, was overwhelmed by the initial response of local families wanting to host the Peruvians. That shows there’s genuine interest in the Valley for these experiences. And there’s more to come. In the offing for 2012 is an opportunity for Mount Si students to visit Peru, staying with Chaclacayo families and touring destinations like the regional capital, Cusco, the oncelost city of Machu Picchu, and the local jungles. The latest Korean trip shortly follows, and in the meantime, the Snoqualmie committee continues to build its roster of local host families. These new relationships aren’t just limited to youth. High school students, and through them, their families, and the Valley’s organizations and businesses, can benefit. The Valley is made stronger and wiser through these intercontinental connections. • If your family would like to host a visitor, send a letter of interest to the Sister Cities Committee on why you’d like to take part. Include whether you have any children attending school at Mount Si, any foreign languages spoken in your home, and what country most interests you, Peru or Korea. You can get started by visiting snoqualmiesistercities.org.

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“I want to go into the music industry, maybe start my own band. I would attribute that to my understanding of music.” Hunter Wilson Mount Si High senior

“I took a class in middle school. Now I can connect things when I hear songs. I started writing raps after that, and putting beats together.” Sarah Rule Mount Si High freshman

Snoqualmie Falls Park watched as a new footbridge was put in place early Saturday over State Route 202. Its use will no doubt increase after Puget Western adds a 90room hotel. • Snoqualmie Valley School District is looking for suggestions for the name of a planned new elementary school on Stilson Road outside North Bend.

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Tony Vezzoni home in North Bend was completely destroyed by fire of undetermined origin Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Vezzoni and her 2-year-old son arrived home to see the front door collapse and the house erupt in flames.

“You get to be with your friends, and when you get older, you can always have that skill. We learn moves to help us remember the words.” Vanessa Vance Chief Kanim MS student

“It inspires you to do more things. I want to become an actress, and that’s a great skill to have, to be able to sing.” Lexi Wetherbee Chief Kanim MS student

• Tony Trippy, present police chief of Carnation, will take over the additional duties of Police Chief of Duvall, April 1. The Carnation council assures both communities that he will do an effective and capable job.

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possible two new hotels slated for North Bend. One of the hotels that might be built would be a Holiday Inn Express. That’s fine, but if the hotel look-and-feel mirrors that of all the other Holiday Inn Express properties that are out there, this one will stick out like a sore thumb. Our views in North Bend are too majestic to have a bright green logo shining bright over the 1-90 at exit 31. I hope we residents have plenty of opportunities to offer our input regarding these two properties so we can be sure they “fit” here in the Valley correctly. Anything short of that should be adamantly denied by the city council. Brian Murphy North Bend

We need input on North Bend’s new hotel What does the I’m glad to hear Mayor Ken Hearing say, “It will Bible teach? be done right or it won’t be done at all,” regarding the

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commented in last week’s letter, I have never written to the paper in a response to an article or story, but I felt the need to write when it comes to the truth. It is obvious Mr. Elliott is a man of religion by his title, not to be confused with a man of God. He states that he believes God will bless a same-gender marriage, but this directly contradicts with what the Bible teaches and therefore is incorrect. This reminds me of what the Bible says about false teachers in the last days who will tell the people what they want to hear to satisfy their itching ears instead of the truth. What I have said may not be popular, but it is the truth. Ken Grant North Bend

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Quick-reacting staff saved residents from smoke inhalation when a dryer caught fire recently at Mount Si Transitional Health Center in North Bend. The dryer fire started around 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, in the laundry room. A single sprinkler head went off, the water containing the fire until firefighters arrived. The alarm also went off, and staff evacuated the residents to a safe area in another part of the building. The fire department arrived and finished extinguishing the fire and ventilated smoke from the building. The fire safety system worked as designed, containing the fire to the room of origin. There was minimal damage to the dryers and laundry area.

High school ASB hosts Cabin Fever auction The annual Mount Si High School ASB auction, a fundraiser for the student body organization, sports teams and the Wildcat Boosters Club, is set for Saturday evening, March 24, at Si View Community Center in North Bend. Dinner by the Mount Si High School culinary arts class, a live auction, and a silent auction, are all part of the planned festivities. Cost is $25 per person for general admission, or $75 for Wildcat Club tickets. For each general admission ticket sold, $16 will be donated to the club or sports team chosen

According to the state fire marshal’s office, knowing what to do in a fire emergency is important. Staff at the transitional center were prepared because they participated in regularly scheduled fire drills. They knew that they needed to protect residents from deadly smoke and gasses produced during a fire. “Knowing what to do in a fire emergency is key to keeping everyone safe,” State Fire Marshal Chuck Duffy stated. “Fortunately, the activation of the fire sprinkler and alarm systems notified emergency responders without delay. The quick action of Mount Si staff protected the residents from harm.” • You can learn about residential fire sprinkler systems at www.homefiresprinkler. org.

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Local Relay for Life team the Dy-no-mites host a dinner and silent auction fundraiser, 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at the Snoqualmie Eagles lodge, 8200 Railroad Ave., Snoqualmie. Relay for Life is an annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Dinner tickets are available for purchase at Another Hair Place in downtown North Bend. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children. Call (425) 888-0616 for information.

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Policy mismatch? In recent years, the National Wildlife Federation has sued in Washington, Oregon and Florida, pushing for reforms in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program. The federation says global warming is increasing the intensity of storms and floods, threatening America’s coasts and floodplains. “Even as our coasts and floodplains become riskier environments, FEMA is subsidizing and otherwise encouraging high-risk and damaging development on these vulnerable areas,” NWF’s website states. “There is no starker example of a mismatch between welldocumented risks… and public policy.” However, Anderson criticizes Wildlife’s stance, calling it a blanket approach. “It portrayed all the floodplains as though they were pristine wilderness,” Anderson said. “It absolutely disregards the fact that floodplains are already covered by urbanized development.”

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BAND FROM 1 Only the top 12 bands who audition for the festival are chosen, and Mount Si, in its first year to audition, was among them. As part of their participation, the band received the in-person rehearsal session with Gordon, who composed the piece “Grease Bucket,” which they will play at the festival. “You guys sound nice,” Gordon says after a final run-through, but the seasoned jazz man also had lots of advice for the students. “Don’t play anything definite… everybody has to be responsible for listening.” He also reminded them of the song’s name, for a reason. “You know what a grease bucket is, right? It’s the bucket that sits on the top of the stove in most homes… I wrote this song, I just called it ‘Grease Bucket,’ so it’s the greasy blues.” During the break, Gordon strolls along the stage, singing to himself, clearly enjoying his teaching role. The 19 Jazz I students, and the small group of middle school musicians who came to watch, though, are all intensity. “It’s a really great opportunity. I haven’t had an experience like this before,” said Kyle Seymour, a senior. Freshman J.T. Hartman concurred. “You get the guy who actually composed the song, telling you how he wants you to play it.” It’s a major accomplishment for still-small Mount Si High School, and one that the students seem to be handling with complete composure. There are no awestruck faces, no autograph requests of Gordon, not even much chatter during the break. These kids are getting used to success, and the perks that follow it. Adam Rupert, instrumental music director at Mount Si, said the students will also be featured in the KPLU “School of Jazz” CD, which highlights local outstanding jazz bands at the high school level. This selection also came with a professional musician’s consultation, and his performing with them on the track they recorded for the CD. The band also frequently receives top ratings at area music festivals. All of this recognition is nice, Rupert says, as is the school’s growing reputation for excellence in jazz, but it is all external to the program he’s worked in for 10 years. “Our goal is really to play music, really hard music, the best we can,” he said. “There’s never a moment when the kids aren’t challenged.” Rupert directs about 120-130 students in one of his jazz or concert bands, which, he says, is close to his capacity in both physical space and teaching time. Vocal music students see Ryan Harris, who also doubles as the drama instructor. One step down, to the middle school level, the number of students in music is more than doubled. At Twin Falls Middle School, which has the largest enrollment count of the district’s three middle schools, band director Matt Wenman sees 275 students a day in one of three choirs, three concert bands, and two jazz bands. Take one more step down, and every single student through the fourth grade, about 3,000 students, has class with the music teacher in each of

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Dan Thompson has taught music at North Bend Elementary for 26 years, and directed up to 100 fifth graders annually in their first year of band, before it became extra-curricular. their buildings. Until three years ago, every fifth grade student at North Bend Elementary School took first-year band for their music instruction. The other four elementary schools had all made band out an extracurricular activity, but North Bend music teacher Dan Thompson kept it as part of the school day — with no cost for instruments, he noted—until the school district decided each elementary school should be consistent with their band programs. Thompson, who has taught at NBE for 26 years, was disappointed with the change. It meant adding music classes for fifth graders to his schedule, and because of the extra demands on his time, handing direction of the band over to a musically trained parent volunteer. “It was kind of hard, losing that, because I love teaching band,” he said. However, he does still see a bright side to it. “For those students who do band before school, now there can be even more music,” he said, since they also get music class with him during the day. “The bottom line is we want to create a love and appreciation of music for all the kids,” he said. “If you get them now (in elementary school) you can have them for life.” Wenman, Rupert, and some active music parents like Carol Reitz and Glynis Rogers, agree with half of that statement, but they are concerned about the number of students who leave the music program when it is no longer part of the regular school day. “How do you know you don’t like playing an instrument unless you try it?” asked Reitz, who leads the Snoqualmie Valley School District Music Coalition with Rogers. More students leave at the transitions to middle school, where they choose a band, choral or art/tech “track” that expands their options but excludes the other tracks, and still more at high school, where students again have many more options. “There is attrition,” said Wenman, who’s taught at Twin Falls

for four years. “And the biggest attrition happens from the school jumps, when you jump from building to building, or from teacher to teacher.” Rupert says in a typical transition year, less than 50 percent of middle school music students will pursue music, band or choral, at high school. Both Wenman and Rupert feel that they are close to their maximum capacity for students, and that they are far from alone. “We’re exceeding capacity in many music courses across the district,” said Wenman, and the district is forecasting big jumps in enrollment in another three years. One might think that they and other music teachers would be relieved by that high attrition rate. They aren’t. “No, we don’t want attrition,” Wenman said. “Anything less than 85 percent retention—and we’ve never even had close to that, but anything less is something we’re always trying to improve.” “Every student needs the opportunity to be taught music, and every student needs the equal opportunity to take music at any level,” Wenman added, going on to explain the unique offerings of a music program in schools. Music defines culture, and fosters teamwork, accountability, discipline, attention to detail, and has been found to support learning in other academic areas. From a purely pragmatic perspective, music classes are also important because they are so cost effective. “It’s called reverse economics,” Reitz explains. “On paper, it looks like it’s going to save you money to cut the music program, but in reality, if you’ve got a good music program, that means you’re handling big numbers of kids.” Referring back to the attrition rates Wenman noted that “It’s to the economic advantage of the district to have huge music programs by the time they get to middle school and high school.” If those students had left band in middle school, or their freshman year, they would be in other, smaller classes. “It literally will cost the district more if they cut fifth grade band,” Wenman said. Information like this is what Reitz’s music coalition has begun providing to the school district, through annual status reports on music in the district. She stresses that it strictly proactive. “Nobody’s talking about cutting music right now,” she said. That makes the timing perfect for the coalition, which formed last year after Reitz and several other music parents attended an advocacy workshop. The coalition, Reitz feels, will be a place for parents and teachers to come together in a unified position, enabling them “to talk to the board and administrators, wherever they exist, about the importance of having music as a curricular item, … music as an ongoing entity from K through 12,” she said. “The mission is equal access to music education.” She hopes the coalition can partner with the district, without being adversarial, to foster and improve the music program in each school. For details on the coalition’s activities, find them on Facebook.

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M’s ticket sales help Wildcats play it ‘Safe’ Baseball fans can hit a double whammy in an upcoming fundraiser. Mount Si baseball players are selling Seattle Mariners tickets again this spring; sales of 1,000 tickets allow Mount Si’s 2013 team to play an exhibition game at the Mariners’ home field. Local support has ensured Mount Si games at Safeco Field over the last several years. Tickets are for a May 24 M’s game against the Los Angeles Angles, the first time that Albert Pujols visits Seattle. Boosters hope to fill an allValley section at the Safe’. Tickets are $15. Learn more at the Wildcat web page, http:// mtsihsbaseball.com.

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High school football has changed a lot since Phil Pugh was quarterbacking for the Wildcats. Pugh, 71, of the Mount Si Class of 1958, was inducted this winter into the Washington High School Football Coaches’ Hall of Fame for his nearly 30-year career helming the North Mason varsity program in Kitsap County. At North Mason High School in Belfair, Pugh went 167-107 over 27 years, taking his team to state in his first two years. Pugh grew up in Snoqualmie and Meadowbrook. His father died while he was young, and Pugh and his two siblings were raised by their mother, Shirley, who was an employee at the Snoqualmie State Bank (now home to the Chamber of Commerce). “I credited her with teaching us discipline and responsibility,” he said. “She was a courageous woman.” Part of a graduating class of 67 at Mount Si, Pugh was thrust into the limelight when Mount Si’s starting quarterback broke his leg. Those were tough days for little Mount Si, which played local, big schools. Pugh went on to college, served a stint in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, and became a teacher, specializing in English. His coaching career started at the middle school level, and he began head coaching at North Mason in 1974. SEE COACH, 13

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A promoter of positive thinking, Mount Si High School alum Phil Pugh, pictured in an archival photo, helmed the North Mason Bulldogs for nearly 30 years. His efforts led to initiation in the state football coaches’ hall of fame this winter.

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Chevy Youth Ball benefit season starts Chaplin’s North Bend Chevrolet is ready to play ball with two Valley Little Leagues to help them meet their goals. The dealership is partnering with Snoqualmie Valley Little League and Falls Little League as part of the national Chevrolet Youth Baseball program to provide new equipment, clinics and funds. The program kicked off March 1 and runs through July 15. Both leagues get a money donation, and will each receive 2,000 fund-raiser entry tickets to distribute for a suggested donation; each league will keep all proceeds. At the end of the fund-raiser, regional winners get the Chevrolet Equinox or Chevrolet Cruze vehicle of their choice. For more information, visit www.chevybaseball.com.

2011 alum Cami Guyer soars at San Jose BY JAMES GIBOWSKI Contributing Writer

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Above, Cami Guyer, a freshman at San Jose State, jumps on the balance bars during gymnastic competition at the University of Washington. Top right, Guyer waves to the crowd with teammates.

Cami Guyer, a 2011 Mount Si graduate and freshman at San Jose State University, tied for 10th in the balance beam (9.700) at a gymnastics tri-meet Friday, March 9, at the University of Washington. The host and No. 24 Huskies finished first (196.350), Central Michigan University second (195.300) followed by San Jose State (194.425). The balance beam was Guyer’s only event that counted in team standings, but she also took part in exhibition vault and uneven parallel bars. San Jose Coach Wayne Wright said Guyer “has fit in well” with the team and said she has the skills to be an all-around (all four events) gymnast for the Spartans in the future. “I have to improve in consistency and keeping calm,” said Guyer, who mentioned that sometimes there is more pressure on her during the exhibition events than the beam because she is trying to impress the coaches for a starting spot in additional events. Guyer and her Spartan teammates, 10-6, have a chance to come back to Seattle on Saturday, April 7, when the University of Washington hosts one of the regionals. Before that, San Jose will compete at the WAC Championships on Saturday, March 24. Learn more about San Jose gymnastics at www. sjsuspartans.com.

On Saturday and Sunday, March 24 and 25, the University of Washington Cycling Team will hold a weekend of races for collegiate racers in downtown North Bend and the surrounding area. Cyclists from schools across the Pacific Northwest, including the University of Washington, Whitman University, Portland State University, University of Oregon, Western Washington University, University of Montana and Montana State University will be riding in the Valley. North Bend roads will not be closed on Saturday, but some downtown roads will be entirely closed off from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday. North Bend Way will remain open, and there will be a marked detour through the city. Residents are asked to be cautious and patient with any cyclists they encounter. Weekend events includes a standard road race favoring endurance and hill climbing ability Saturday morning, followed by a team time trial Saturday afternoon in which small groups start one minute apart. A criterium, or dynamic sprinters’ race, will be held downtown on Sunday. For those who live inside the area closed by the criterium races, there will be no parking on these streets during this time. There will be limited access throughout the day and cars will be allowed to leave at approximately 10:20 a.m. and 1:20 p.m. Anyone wanting to move a car in this area during these times should contact a representative at the finish line well before the designated time. For more information, contact Gina Estep at (425) 888-7640.

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Augie’s Quest, Zumba benefit is Saturday A fundraiser to help Augie’s Quest for ALS, a national organization seeking a cure for Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 24, at Snoqualmie Elementary School. The event includes two hours of dancing led by local Zumba instructors, raffles and prizes. VIP tickets are $35, which includes an early Zumba technique class; Regular admission is $20, $15 for children. To learn more, visit their Facebook page.

Opstad Science Fair is Thursday, March 22 Opstad Elementary School in North Bend holds a big science fair, opening to the public at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22. Last year’s 2011 OES Science Fair featured 320 student participants with 290 projects, plus community members giving various “hands-on” science demonstrations to the public. “Super Scientist” awards recognized the top 50 projects. The number of students participating and community members attending has steadily grown over the years to become one of the largest Snoqualmie Valley School District events. It solely focuses on academics and how it relates to real-life. The OES Science Fair is sponsored by the Opstad PTA. Opstad Elementary School is located in North Bend just off Cedar Falls Way at 1345 Stilson Avenue. For directions and info, call (425) 831-8300 or visit www.OpstadElementary.org.

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Bake sale helps Mount Si Key Club The Mount Si High School Key Club Relay for Life team is having a bake sale at the Snoqualmie Ridge Supermarket, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 24, between the IGA and Starbucks on the Ridge. All are welcome to buy and enjoy baked goods and support their efforts.

Thespians host pie mystery show, meal A fundraiser for the Cedarcrest High School Thespian Society, “Murder at the Pie Auction” is set for Saturday, March 24. The murder mystery dinner theater features a home-cooked dinner and

the fun-filled play by Michael Druce. Tickets are $20 per person. For reservations, call (425) 844-4852, or send an e-mail message to rountreem@riverview.wednet.edu.

Black Dog theater presents More’s story Theatre Black Dog of Snoqualmie will perform Robert Bolt’s “A Man for All Seasons,” Friday and Saturday, March 23 and 24, 7:30 p.m. at The Black Dog cafe, 8062 Railroad Ave S.E. The play, directed by Susan Bradford of Issaquah, is based on the true story of Sir Thomas More’s silent stand against King Henry VIII’s desire to divorce his first wife, Catherine of Aragon, in order to marry Anne Boleyn, and the struggle for leadership of the Catholic church. More’s battle of silent disapproval ends in imprisonment, trial, betrayal and eventual

death. His struggle for his own sense of self and conscience was Bolt’s hope to serve as an inspiration for today’s audiences. Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com, $12 for students and seniors, $15 for general admission. Beverages and desserts are not included with the ticket price.

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Railway Museum rides start April 1 The Northwest Railway Museum will officially resume full passenger service aboard its vintage railway on April 1. Each Saturday and Sunday through October, the Museum will offer scenic rides through the Cascade Foothills to the top of Snoqualmie Falls. Round-trip excursions are 75 minutes long and begin on Sunday, April 1. For ticket information, see www.TrainMuseum.org or call (425) 888-3030.

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The Empty Bowls dinner benefit for Mount Si Food Bank is Sunday, March 25, 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Si View Community Center. Admission is $20 per person. Empty Bowls is a grassroots event, fed by student creativity and community involvement. A limited number of tickets will be available. Buy tickets Wendesday at the food bank, 122 E. 3rd St. in North Bend, or on the organization’s website, www.mtsifoodbank.org.

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What was it like to be a Wildcat in ‘58? “It was a great deal of fun. It was very different in those days, than high school football is today, from the equipment to the season of work that kids do now— much, much different. There really wasn’t much in the way of classifications. You played the teams in your proximity. That wasn’t good for us Mount Si kids—we had 66 kids in our graduating class. We were playing Issaquah, Lake Washington, Bothell, Bellevue. We had some real challenging Friday nights.”

What was it like winning a state title in 1982? “It was thrilling, without question. One of the reasons for our success was that early on, I learned something about image structuring: teaching people how to think in positive terms. An assistant coach really adopted it… the two of us were really able to do a good job on that. The kids on the state championship team were

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What advice do you have for new coaches? “Meet with parents of players early, and communicate how important it is that they allow their kids to participate and play and enjoy it. As parents, as soon as they are comfortable with a coach and his or her ability to be fair and treat their kids with respect, that their child is going to be safe with this coach, they need to step back and release the kid to the coach, and let them coach. There are so many parents today that step over those lines and get involved with their kid’s playing time, their position. They really make it difficult for the kids to be solid members of the team. “Another thing is to have a balance between the importance of winning, participation and sportsmanship. The JV kids, the backup kids, they’ve got to treat those kids as though they were just as important as the starters, the kids that are getting the headlines. That’s not easy. Don’t be afraid to give the younger kids an opportunity to play. Find a way to get them in the game, and make it meaningful playing time.”

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In the final week of the regular 2012 legislative session, the week of March 5, Rep. Glenn Anderson, R-Fall City, hosted Shanna Hauser, 14, from Issaquah, as a legislative page for the House of Representatives. “The student page program is one part of being a legislator that I will truly miss,” said Anderson, who is not running for re-election this year. “To see the next generation getting excited about how their government works and see another side of public service is extremely rewarding.” To learn more about the page program, visit www.leg.wa.gov/House/ Pages/HousePageProgram.aspx.

The Eastside affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Eastside) has started a new support group in Snoqualmie for individuals with mental illness. NAMI Eastside support groups provide support, knowledge, and understanding along with an opportunity for group members to share experiences, concerns, and interests in a confidential setting. Meetings are led by NAMI members who have personal experience with the topic. The Snoqualmie support group is free and open to adults living with mental illness. It meets every Friday, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Snoqualmie Fire Department, 37600 SE Snoqualmie Parkway. This is a drop-in support group; pre-registration is not required. For more information about the NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group in Snoqualmie, contact Yolanda LePley at (425) 829-2417 or send e-mail to yolandalepley@yahoo.com. To learn more about NAMI, go to www.namieastside.org.

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He retired from teaching and coaching in 1998, but returned three years later for another three-year stint at players’ requests. The school stadium is named after Pugh, who now lives in Allen, Wash. He was inducted into the coaches’ hall of fame January 28 in Bellevue. Today, Pugh has stepped off the gridiron, but he keeps fond memories of his playing and coaching days, and also offers advice to the younger coaches leading today’s youth athletes. He recently answered questions about his career and methods by the Record:

not the most talented group we had, but they really bought into the idea of a team, positive approach. Early in the season, we struggled, managed to win close games. Then we got going. We got beat in our last regular-season game, yet it didn’t seem to affect these kids, because they realized that it was a temporary setback. Everybody’s going to have those. It was almost like those kids expected to go on and win. As coaches, we did, too. It was almost like, ‘Here we are, we did it.”

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Meadowbrook Farm hosts an introductory class on beekeeping, noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 24 and Sunday, March 25, at the Interpretive Center. The class is by Snoqualmie Valley Beekeepers and Si View Parks, and costs $45. To register, call Si View Parks at (425) 831-1900

The Mountains to Sound Greenway is looking for volunteers to plant trees at the Three Forks Natural Area in Snoqualmie, on Saturday, March 31. Full and half-day shifts are available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Three Forks is located at 39912 S.E. Park St. Sign up at mtsgreenway.org.

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Above, North Bend Community Church congregation member Dave Olson finds himself in a church photo directory of the 1970s. The younger Olson sported eyeglasses and long, flowing locks. Below, members Walt Korcz and sisters Katie and Jenn Glover flip through scrapbooks of family events at the church’s 115th birthday party on Feb. 26.

After 115 years of worship, North Bend Community Church’s legacy lives on

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BY SETH TRUSCOTT Editor

Dave Olson proudly shows me around North Bend Community Church, the church he grew up in and worships at to this day. From the dining room, we proceed around to the sanctuary where, up above the nave, the little room sits where congregation members used to be baptized in a cold, hand-pumped metal tank. The tank is still there, but today, church members are more likely to be baptized in the waters of Rattlesnake Lake on a summer day. It’s true that some things have changed, but a lot has stayed the same at North Bend Community Church, which observes its 15th anniversary this year. This church has clung to its roots, and remains a gathering place for residents and good works, just as it was founded in 1897. SEE CHURCH, 15

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The Rev. D.G. Delano led North Bend Baptist Church (Now Community Church) between 1914 and 1915. Known as the “saddlebag missionary,” Delano stabled his horse in the backyard of the parsonage, on the site of today’s Mount Si Food Bank.

1. Breakfast sizzler 6. Marienbad, for one 9. ___ Peninsula, where Kuala Lumpur is located 14. “Remember the ___!” 15. Plants of the genus Equisetum 17. Femme fatale 18. Place stiffened material inside a collar 19. Sixth canonical hour 21. Legislative body with all members present 22. State again 23. Betelgeuse’s constellation 25. “Farewell, mon ami” 27. Abject 31. “Don’t ___!” 33. Flower commemorating Remembrance Sunday 35. Stanley Kowalski’s famous yell 36. Domestic 38. Notations to ignore corrections 40. Acclaim 41. Moorehead of “Bewitched” 43. Buddhist who has attained Nirvana 45. “For shame!”

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Down 1. More mean 2. Breathing 3. Assuming responsibility for needs of another 4. Portended 5. ___ surface prevents falls 6. Climb 7. Orangutan 8. “A jealous mistress”: Emerson 9. Solid portion between two crenels in a battlement (pl.) 10. Eventually (2 wd) 11. Been in bed

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decades, a new wing and parsonage was added. According to Pastor Pete Battjes, pastors and congregation have stayed true to their founders vision, a firm emphasis on the tenants of the Christian Bible. “Over the years, the leaders and people who have associated with the church have not compromised the essential doctrines of the Bible,” Battjes told the Record. “We continue to declare that God’s Word was inspired by the Holy Spirit and is inerrant.” “North Bend Community Church has an incredible heritage! It has not only proclaimed the Gospel, but has served the

community in many ways. Thousands of people have been touched by the ministry of the church over the years and have been changed by the impact it has had on their lives,” Battjes added. The church offers basic courses on Christianity, marriage, and other topics. Every Wednesday, the Mount Si Food Bank operates out of one of the church buildings, sponsored by the Valley Ministerial Association. The church also hosts the Hot Meals ministry every Wednesday morning. Various other churches help in taking a turn to provide a meal. Vacation Bible School is held in the summer, and the

church holds a “Worship at the Lake” at Rattlesnake Lake in July, with a big picnic. Battjes has served as pastor since 2001, working with

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Antoinette (Toni, Annie) Robey Lehman passed from this life to the next on Sunday, March 11, 2012. Annie suffered from auto-immune disease, which caused End-Stage Liver Disease, a condition that kills over 35,000 people in the US every year. Annie was born on June 27, 1962, and was 49 years old at the time of her passing. She leaves behind her grieving parents, Bob and Pat Robey of Issaquah, brother Bill (Karen) of Snoqualmie, sister Lisa Gonzalez of Santa Rosa, CA, sister Angelina Hargest of St. George, UT, son Jason Reece of New Port Richey, FL and grandson Rion, son Joe Reece of Aberdeen WA and grandson Tyson, son Jeff (Char) Stone and grandchildren Mikey, Hailey and Kayden. Annie had a lifelong interest in learning, studying Computer Programming, Electrical Engineering, History, Mathematics, and Physics. She returned to school when her children were older, to demonstrate the importance of education. She was an aide in a nursing home, and later was a tutor in Science, Math and ESL. Annie was also a gifted artist, selling her crafts online and at bazaars. She could create flowers out of soda cans and throw rugs out of plastic bags, to name a few skills. Annie’s life philosophy is best summed up in her own words: “Artist, Scientist, Crafter & Poet … fighting to live while dancing with death.” The family will hold an open house celebration of life on April 7, from noon to 4 pm. In lieu of flowers bring a written memory or story about Annie to be included in a memoir for her family. 598713

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Troy Hoffman, 94, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2012 at the Mt. Si Transitional Health Center in North Bend, WA. He was born on May 27, 1917 in Proctor, North Carolina to John George and Ida Bell Hoffman. He started Hoffman Furniture in 1965 and it remained a fixture of the Snoqualmie Valley for 33 years until Troy retired in 1998. He was most proud of his daughters, Janet Smith of Issaquah, Linda Knudsen of Wenatchee, Joy Hoffman-Baunsgard (Roy) of North Bend and Julie Jenson (Scott) of Sagamore Hills, OH. Troy was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 38 years, Dorris Hoffman (Stevens). He is survived by his four daughters, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, friends and customers. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 3PM on Sunday, March 25th at the Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church, 36017 S.E. Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City,WA.

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Robert (Bob) Willis Batton was born September 8,1927. This kind and gentle soul passed away quietly on March 3, 2012 at home with his daughter Pamela and her husband, Ken at his side, at the age of 84 years old. Robert, or Bob, as most called him, was born in Duvall, WA to Charles and Mable Batton, and made his home in the Snoqualmie Valley for most of his life. Bob was a veteran of both WWII and the Korean War. He retired from the Snoqualmie Weyerhaueser Mill, as the Superintendent of Power House Operations, then leaving briefly to continue working at Hardel’s Mill in Olympia for a period. Bob, is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Jacqueline Marie Batton (Penaluna); sons, Randy Carl and Thomas Eugene; also brothers, Leroy, Bruce, and Charles Jr.; and sister,Virginia. Bob is survived by his sister, Oma Gifford; sons, Michael Wayne, Paul Robert, Steven Spencer, Gerald Lynn, Rodney Allen, Scott Eric; daughters, Pamela Marie Kindle and Diana Louise Davis; in addition to 14 grandchildren and 24 greatgrandchildren. There will be a burial service at the Tahoma National Cemetary on March 23, 2012 at 12:30 PM. Also, there is a Celebration of his life at the North Bend Grange Hall on March 24, 2012 beginning at 1:00 PM, where his family would like all that knew him to come and share their stories and celebrate the man. 597896

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Old directories list this church, founded in 1897 as North Bend Baptist Church, as the “Little White Church with the Big Heart.” It’s North Bend’s first and oldest surviving place of worship. As the Valley was settled, pioneer preachers came and went, but by the 1890s, North Bend residents began to feel the need for place to worship. According to church histories, the future Community Church came about largely due to one man, Baptist preacher Rev. William Brown, who spent three weeks in the Valley in 1897. Brown held meetings and services in homes, and baptized 49 people in the South Fork of the Snoqualmie. Brown, a carpenter, led construction of the church on a lot donated by North Bend platter William Taylor, where today’s church still stands. The total cost was $1,200, construction took 200 days, and Brown did a lot of the work for free. In the early years, the con-

gregation faced the east side of the building, today’s fellowship hall. In 1900, the usual attendance was about 12 people. On Christmas, though, the church brought in big crowds and many children from around the Valley. In a 1960s church history, Charles Scheuchzer recalled that “A big Christmas tree was brought into the church and it stood in the same corner where we put our tree today.” The place was lit by kerosene lamps; music was provided by a rented organ. In 1927, the congregation was renamed North Bend Community Church, to encourage more residents to attend. Over the next few

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TUESDAY, MARCH 13 METHAMPHETAMINE: At 10:40 p.m., police at a vehicle stop in the 43400 block of Southeast Mount Si Road located a substance they believed to be crystal meth. The driver also had several outstanding misdemeanor warrants.

MONDAY, MARCH 12 SHOPLIFT, ASSAULT: At 10:56 p.m., police were called to a store in the 400 block of Southwest Mount Si Boulevard, for a report of fourth-degree assault. Multiple unknown men had attacked a store employee while trying to steal beer. FUEL THEFT: At 12:42 p.m., employees of a business in the 43400 block of East North Bend Way reported that one day last week when they came into work, they’d found a truck-mounted fuel

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FRIDAY, MARCH 9 FELONY ARREST: At 10:54 p.m. an officer on patrol in the area of Sydney and Southeast North Bend Way, stopped a vehicle with a defective license plate light. In the course of the conversation, the officer found the driver had no vehicle insurance, the passenger was not wearing a seatbelt, and there was a felony arrest warrant outstanding for the driver.

Snoqualmie Police Department TUESDAY, MARCH 13 PARKING PROBLEMS: At 10:59 a.m., a caller complained to police about vehicles parked within 10 feet of mailboxes in the area of Southeast Epsilon Street and Schusman Avenue Southeast. The officer ticketed the vehicles, and about 30 minutes later, ticketed another vehicle near Schusman and Southeast Delta Street, for parking within 30 feet of a stop sign.

SUNDAY, MARCH 11 TAGGING: At 8:25 a.m., a Snoqualmie parks worker called police to report some park vandalism in the 34500 block of Southeast Stellar Way. The worker said some time after noon Saturday, someone had spray-painted the men’s restroom. The vandals used orange spray paint, painting both words and symbols on the walls and floor of the facility, causing an estimated $50 in damage. Police patrolled the park the following evening, but found no more vandalism.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10 OUSTED: At 1:36 p.m., a store owner in the 38800 block of Southeast Newton Street contacted police about two subjects who she believed to be drug addicts. She was concerned they would steal something and asked police to remove them. SUSPENDED: At 8:54 a.m., an officer checking registration on a vehicle in the 6500 block of Railroad Avenue Southeast found the registered owner to have a suspended license. The officer arrested the driver and booked him into jail.

PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE #595866 Pickett Ave. NE and Boalch Ave. NW Reconstruction Projects RFQ The City of North Bend, WA, is seeking statement of qualifications and interest from Civil Engineering firms to provide Survey, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for two road reconstruction projects called Pickett Ave. NE Reconstruction and Boalch Ave. NW Reconstruction. The projects consist of reconstruction of Pickett Ave. NE for approximately 2,000 feet between NE 6th St. and NE 12th St. and reconstruction of Boalch Ave. NW for approximately 2,700 feet between NW 14th St. and City limits to the North. The projects are funded through a Transportation Benefit District formed within the city this year. The city would like to complete the PS&E in June of 2012 and begin construction in Late July/Early August 2012. Interested firms are encouraged to submit three (3) copies of a submittal outlining their qualifications, project team, project manager, project schedule, project approach, and availability, by no later than 3 p.m. March 28th, 2012. Proposal should be submitted to Tom Mohr, P.E., Public Works Manager, City of North Bend, P.O. Box 896, North Bend, WA 98045. A project description and general scope of work is available by emailing Tom Mohr at tmohr@northbendwa.gov. Proposals received after 3 p.m. March 28th, 2012 will not be considered. Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the following criteria: 1. Ability to meet schedule 2. Project Manager experience 3. Approach to project 4. Key personnel 5. Familiarity with relevant codes and standards 6. Past performance/references The city encourages disadvantaged, minority, and womenowned consultant firms to respond. Persons with disabilities may request this information be prepared and supplied in alternate forms by calling Tom Mohr at 425-888-7652. Published in the Snoqualmie Valley Record on March 14, 2012 and March 21, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE #596790 2012-0096, 0100 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hearing Examiner for the King County Council will meet in Conference Room Fred on the 12th floor of the King County

Courthouse, 516 Third Avenue, Seattle, Washington, on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at the time listed, or as soon thereafter as possible, to consider applications for classification and real property assessment under Current Use Assessment Statute RCW 84.34, all listed hereafter; 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. 2012-0096 - E11CT045 – Erik and Bethany Tierney for property located at 44225 SE 170th Street, Chris Nelson and Sam Metzler for property located at 44217 SE 170th Street and Lloyd Reaves for property located at 44121 SE 170th Street, North Bend, WA 98045; STR: SW-26-23-08; SIZE:14.30 acres; REQUEST:Public Benefit Rating System and/or Timber Land; Tax #262308-9093, #262308-9092 and #262308-9091. 2012-0100 - E11CT058 – Michael P. Lions for property located at 10926 428th Avenue SE, North Bend, WA 98045; STR: SE-03-23-08; SIZE: 3.64 acres; REQUEST: Public Benefit Rating System and/or Timber Land; Tax #032308-9016. Details are available from the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Rural and Regional Services Section, 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98104; Phone (206) 296-8351. Dated at Seattle, Washington, This 21st Day of March, 2012. Anne Noris Clerk of the Council Metropolitan King County Council King County, Washington Published in Snoqualmie Valley Record on March 21, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE #598144 State of Washington Communication Site Land for Lease Department of Natural Resources intends to negotiate a 20 year lease for communication site at Rattlesnake Mountain described as Section 20 in Township 23 North Range 8 East in King County. The lessee will be responsible for obtaining all federal, state and county or other permits required to conduct the desired activity on the parcel. Written comments must be received by April 5, 2012, at the Department of Natural Resources, 950 Farman Avenue North, Enumclaw, WA 98022-9282. PETER GOLDMARK, Commissioner of Public Lands Published in Snoqualmie Valley Record on March 21, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE #598366 City Of North Bend, WA 2012 Request for Proposals Integrated Municipal Finance Software System Notice is hereby given that the City of North Bend is accepting proposals from vendors for an Integrated Municipal Finance Software System. Proposals should be submitted to Stan Lewis, Finance Manager, P.O. Box 896, 211 Main Ave. N., North Bend WA 98045 no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on Thursday, April 5, 2012. The full Request for Proposal (RFP) is available at http://northbendwa.gov by going to the public notice page. A copy is also available by calling (425) 8887628, or in person at 211 Main Avenue N., North Bend, WA 98045. The City will select the successful proposal based upon several evaluation factors. Price is an important consideration in this process, but not the only consideration. Other factors include track record of successes at other municipalities or utilities, identification and understanding of the City’s requirements, experience and qualifications of key personnel and a record in providing quality customer support. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Published in the Snoqualmie Valley Record March 21, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE #598850 Ole Cedar Mill Mini Storage North Bend, Washington 98045 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell by sealed bidding on the below stated day at the below stated time on the premises where said property has been stored. OLE CEDAR MILL MINI STORAGE 44800 S.E. North Bend Way North Bend, WA 98045 April 5, 2012 Bids will be taken for two days prior to sale dates, April 3, 2012 and April 4, 2012. Purchases must be paid for with cash only and paid for at the time of sale. All purchased goods are sold as is and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between Landlord and obligated party. Published in the Snoqualmie Valley Record on March 21, 2012 and March 28, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE #598630 LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF NORTH BEND King County, Washington

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the North Bend City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on proposed changes to Impact Fees collected on behalf of the Snoqualmie Valley School District. The hearing will take place during the Regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday April 3, 2012, 7:00 P.M., at the Mt Si Senior Center, 411 Main Avenue South, North Bend, WA. Citizens may submit written comments regarding School Impact Fees to the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 211 Main Avenue N. (P.O. Box 896), North Bend, WA 98045, up to the close of business, (4:30 P.M.) Monday, April 2, 2012 or verbally during the public hearing. Further information is available by contacting City Hall at (425) 888-1211. Published: March 21, 2012 Posted: March 15, 2012 Published in Snoqualmie Valley Record on March 21, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE #598647 NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT & NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS March 21, 2012 City of Carnation These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or after April 4, 2012, Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI)(121 Habitat St, Americus GA 31709) will submit a request to the CPD Office of HUD Region X Seattle Federal Office Building, 909 1st Ave, Ste 300 Seattle, WA 98104-1000 for the release of funds under the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Self-Homeownership Opportunity Program (SHOP) in accordance with the Housing Opportunity Program Extension Act of 1996, Section 11, as amended, to undertake the following project: Habitat for Humanity of America, Inc., will develop and construct 14 single-family detached homes on two parcels located northeast of the intersection of NE 45th (Entwistle Street) and 326th Ave NE (Parcels 152507-9032 and 152507-9015) in the City of Carnation, using the sweat equity of low-income first-time homebuyers and using volunteer labor

from the community. FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The City of Carnation has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the City of Carnation (4621 Tolt Avenue, Carnation, WA 98014, tel.: 425-333-4192 and may be examined or copied Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m and Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p,m. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to Linda Scott, City Planner, City of Carnation (4621 Tolt Avenue Carnation WA 9801). All comments received by April 4, 2012, at 4:30 p.m. will be considered by the City of Carnation prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Commenters should specify which part of the Notice they are addressing. RELEASE OF FUNDS The City of Carnation certifies to HUD that Ken Carter in his capacity as City Manager consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows Habitat for Humanity to use program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Carnation’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Carnation; (b) the City of Carnation has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d)

another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to CPD Office, HUD Region X Seattle Federal Office Building, 909 1st Ave, Ste 300 Seattle, WA 98104-1000Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period. Ken Carter City Manager, City of Carnation Published in Snoqualmie Valley Record March 21, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE #598689 LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF CARNATION -NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Carnation City Council will hold a Public Hearing to receive public comment regarding a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 15.40 CMC Permissible Uses; amending the City’s Table of Permissible Uses to reclassify nursery, garden center and farm supply stores as outright permitted uses within the Service Commercial (SC) zoning district. The hearing will be conducted at the regular meeting of the Carnation City Council on April 3, 2012, at 7:00 PM or soon thereafter, in the Council Chambers at Carnation City Hall located at 4621 Tolt Avenue in Carnation. The hearing may be continued to subsequent City Council meetings. The hearing is open to the public. All persons wishing to comment on the proposed ordinance may submit comment in writing or verbally at the scheduled public hearing. The full text of the proposed ordinance will be available for public review during normal business hours after Thursday, March 29, 2012, from the city clerk at Carnation City Hall. It is possible that substantial changes in the proposed amendments may be made following the public hearing. This notice is published pursuant to CMC 1.14.010 & 15.100.040(B). CITY OF CARNATION Mary Otness, City Clerk Published in Snoqualmie Valley Record March 21, 2012 and March 28, 2012.

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LIVE MUSIC: Open mic is 7 p.m. at Slider’s Cafe, Carnation; $5. STUDY ZONE: Teens and children can drop in for free homework help at 4 p.m. at the North Bend Library and 5 p.m. at the Fall City Library. PLAY CHESS: Snoqualmie Valley Chess Club meets at 7 p.m. at the North Bend Library. Learn to play chess or get a game going. All ages and skill levels welcome. TALES: Pajama Story Time is 7 p.m. at the Snoqualmie Library. All young children welcome with an adult.

DROP-IN E-READER ASSISTANCE: Learn how to download KCLS digital e-Books to your e-Reader or computer during this digital downloads demonstration, starting at 11 a.m. at the Snoqualmie Library. GAME ON: Play video games and board games at the Fall City Library, 3 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 23 LIVE MUSIC: Country music concert at 7:30 p.m. at Slider’s Cafe, Carnation; admission $5. MAN FOR ALL SEASONS: Play about Sir Thomas More at Theatre Black Dog, Snoqualmie; www.blackdogsnoqulamie.com. GAME ON: Teens can play video games at the North Bend Library, 3 p.m. GO DIGITAL WITH BOOKS: Learn how to download KCLS e-Books to your eReader or computer during this digital downloads demonstration, 1 p.m. at Fall City Library.

SATURDAY, MARCH 24 LIVE MUSIC: Concert with live band, 7:30 p.m. at Slider’s Cafe, Carnation; $5. MAN FOR ALL SEASONS: Play about Sir Thomas More at Theatre Black Dog, Snoqualmie; www.blackdogsnoqulamie.com. LIVE MUSIC: Jason Hill (of Extra Sauce) plays at 8 p.m. at the Snoqualmie Falls Brewery Taproom. KEY CLUB SALE: Bake sale benefit Relay for Life at Ridge IGA, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. BEEKEEPING: Learn how to keep bees, from noon to 4 p.m. at Meadowbrook Farm Interpretive Center. To register, call Si View Parks; (425) 831-1900. MURDER AT THE PIE AUCTION: Dinner theater fundraiser for Cedarcrest High School Thespian Society is 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20; www.cedarcrestdramadept.com. FARM FAIR: Duvall Farm and Artisan Spring Fair is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hillside Academy, 15520 Main St., Duvall.

SUNDAY, MARCH 25 EMPTY BOWLS: The Empty Bowls dinner benefit for Mount Si Food Bank is Sunday, March 25, 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Si View Community Center. Admission is $20 per person. Learn more at www.mtsifoodbank.org. SAUSAGE BREAKFAST: St. Anthony’s Church men’s club sausage breakfast is 8 a.m., Carnation. Donations only for scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns, rolls, coffee and juice. GET WRITING: SnoValley Writers Work Group meets at 3 p.m. at North Bend library. Join other local writers for writing exercises, critique and lessons on voice, plot and point of view.

MONDAY, MARCH 26 JOB CLUB: Connect with fellow job seekers for support and networking and learn about resources to assist you as you seek employment, 2 p.m. at North Bend Library. TALES: Merry Monday Story Time is 11 a.m. at North Bend Library; for newborns to age 3 with an adult. STUDY ZONE: Teens can drop in for free homework help at 3 p.m. at North Bend Library. DROP-IN E-READER ASSISTANCE: Learn how to download KCLS e-Books to your e-Reader or computer during this digital downloads demonstration, 6 p.m. at the North Bend Library. TALES: Afternoon Preschool Story Time is 1:30 p.m. at Snoqualmie Library; for ages 3 to 6 with an adult.

TUESDAY, MARCH 27 MEET SMOKEY BEAR: Presented by U.S. Forest Service Rangers, children are welcome to meet Smokey Bear at 1 pm. at Fall City Library. TALES: Toddler Story Time is 10 a.m. at the Fall City Library; for newborns to age 3 with an adult. TALES: Preschool Story Time is 11 a.m. at the Fall City Library; for ages 3 to 6 with an adult. TALES: Toddler Story Time is 9:30 a.m. at North Bend Library; for ages 2 to 3.

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