Four judges take office in Pierce County
By Tacoma Weekly
Pierce County Superior Court has welcomed four new judges who won their elections this past November.
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Pierce County Superior Court congratulates Scott Peters on his recent election win for Department 9. Judge-Elect Peters is
Eatonville School District awarded $1 million Clean energy grant
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The Eatonville School District has been awarded a $1 million Clean Energy Fund grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce.
This significant funding will be used to optimize energy efficiency at Eatonville High School, helping ESD meet the requirements of the Clean Buildings Act and avoid costly noncompliance fines in the future.
This was an extremely competitive grant process, with only four applicants in the entire state receiving $1 million awards. Of those four, Eatonville School District and Lake Stevens School District were the only school districts to receive the full million-dollar allocation.
The grant will fund essential upgrades, including HVAC system optimization with air balancing and lighting enhancements. These improvements will directly benefit our students by creating healthier, more comfortable learning environments, stretching local levy dollars further, and reducing the district's electricity bills. The savings generated will allow us to reinvest in programs and resources that directly support our students.
“A special thank you goes to Moe Salem with ATS Automation for assisting our district with the grant writing process. Without his expertise and support, this achievement would not have been possible,” the school district said in a press release. “We are proud to be advancing sustainability and fiscal responsibility in our schools, building a greener, brighter future for Eatonville students and our community.”
replacing Judge Edmund Murphy who is retiring at the end of this year. JudgeElect Peters began his time on the bench on Jan. 13. He is slated to attend Judicial College at the end of January.
Peters is a graduate of Gonzaga University (2001) and University of Washington School of Law (2004).
Bob Ferguson sworn in as Washington governor, delivers inaugural address
By Carleen Johnson The Center Square
A day after outgoing three-term Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his final State of the State address, Bob Ferguson was sworn in as the state’s 24th governor on Wednesday. Ferguson has served as the state attorney general since 2013 and was a member of the King County Council before that.
Following the swearing-in of other statewide executives, Ferguson took the oath of office administered by Washington Supreme Court Chief
Justice Debra Stephens.
He began his midday speech before a joint legislative session in the House of Representatives.
Ferguson did not shy away from pointing out where he thought the state government was failing and detailed his plans to address the major challenges facing the Evergreen State.
Ferguson, a Democrat, takes the reins as Washington faces a potential operating budget shortfall of between $10 billion and $16 billion over the next four years. He has asked state agencies to find efficiencies worth $4 billion.
“Despite these and other challenges, I’m optimistic,” Ferguson said.
He noted the state is often bogged down in bureaucracy when residents and businesses need prompt results.
The speech had a bipartisan tone, with
Ferguson calling out several Republican lawmakers for legislation they are backing and noting that he would support their bills.
“Let us listen to one another, without consideration for party, so that the strongest argument prevails,” Ferguson said. “Let me be specific with examples of how we can work in a bipartisan way.”
He mentioned House Bill 1022 sponsored by Rep. April Connors, R-Kennewick.
“I am excited to work with you to get your Homes for Heroes legislation to my desk,” the governor said. “Let’s recognize the contributions of police officers, firefighters, behavioral health professionals and other critical public servants and ensure they can access low-interest loans to purchase their first homes.” Ferguson also mentioned possible support
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Alcohol Anonymous meetings offered Alcoholics Anonymous is available for people who have a problem with alcohol. Meetings begin at noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at the American Legion Hall/ Lions Club, 123 Rainier Ave. N.
Community council
Graham-Kapowsin Community Council's Center at Evergreen on the Graham Hill has Ted Brown's Music on the first and third Thursday of the month at 12:30 p.m. in addition to Taichi at 10 a.m. and Exercise with Fay at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for free. Taichi is also from 2-3 p.m. at Benston Hall for free.
Alanon help
Alanon is available to help people struggling with a loved one’s drinking. Call 425-8300314.
Learn about Friends Of Eatonville Library
The Friends of the Eatonville Library operates as a fundraising group to assist the Eatonville community. Primarily, it does so by accepting books and other donations and conducting book sales during the year. All of the funds are used to supplement the various library programs that enrich the local community.
To learn more about the group, contact Mike Eaton at 253-310–7709 or reach him in person at the library any Friday. There is no obligation. Application forms to join the organization are available at the library.
Also, The Friends of the Eatonville Library Group is currently operating with only two members — in contrast to 10-13 members in the pre-Covid era. The group seeks members and volunteers. Contact Mike Eaton.
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Eatonville High School is accepting nominations for its Award of Distinction. The award honors alumni who have made contributions in their professional careers, community service, or personal endeavors.
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Award recipients will be recognized during the Welcome Back event in August, celebrating achievements and inspiring the next generation of Eatonville students.
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Paper applications are available at each school office, the district office, and digitally at https://www.eatonville. wednet.edu/ehs/student-life/guidancecounselors-offices/award-of-distinction. Completed nominations are due by May 31.
County’s 100-Day Challenge kicks off Feb. 5
By The Tacoma Weekly
Pierce County is set to make a significant impact in addressing youth and young adult (YYA) homelessness in 2025. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) selected Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) to participate in its 100-Day Challenge, a national initiative inspiring bold and creative
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community action to end YYA homelessness. Last year, PCHS and the Youth Action Board (YAB) were awarded $3.5 million to create a Coordinated Community Plan through HUD’s Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP). PCHS is the first to participate in both the 100Day Challenge and YHDP at the same time, bringing heightened community
He passed the Washington State Bar Exam in the summer of 2004. Peters has been a dedicated public servant for over 20 years. During law school, he interned with the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office, was hired as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney after passing the bar and has served in that role since.
During his time in the Prosecutor’s Office, he has served in almost every criminal unit. Peters has also served as the team lead of numerous units including the Property Crimes Unit, Identity Theft Unit, Drug Unit, High Priority Offender Unit, Special Assault Unit, and DUI Supervisor in the Misdemeanor Division. He has handled numerous homicides and highprofile cases and has tried numerous jury trials during his time in the Prosecutor’s Office. Peters also served as a Pro Tem Judge with Olympia Municipal Court. Mr. Peters has served as the President of the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorneys’ Association for nearly 10 years.
Peters serves as the chair of the nonprofit organization the Julian Bray Pierce County Chapter of Lawyers Helping Hungry Children. Along with his wife, Melody, and daughter, Madison, they captain a Relay for Life team. He also volunteers with his daughter’s Girl Scout Troop and her competitive gymnastics program.
REBECCA REEDER
Pierce County Superior Court congratulates Rebecca Reeder on her recent election win for Department 4. Judge-Elect Reeder is filling the vacancy in Department 4 caused by the retirement of Judge Bryan Chushcoff. Judge-Elect Reeder began her time on the bench on Jan. 13. She is slated to attend Judicial College at the end of January.
Reeder is a graduate of the University of Washington with a BA in Business Administration (1992) and Seattle University School of Law cum laude (1995). Reeder has been in private practice since passing the Washington State Bar in July 1995. Initially she began her legal career working at Miller & Dart as a legal intern and then as an associate attorney from 1994-2000. She began working at the firm now known as Alliance Law Group in June 2000. She has been a partner since 2003, eventually serving as the managing partner in 2010. Her practice has focused on a wide variety of areas of civil law, with the most emphasis in probate and family law. Ms. Reeder has been serving as a Pierce County Superior Court Pro Tem Court Commissioner since 2002. She has been an arbitrator in Pierce County Superior Court since 2008 primarily working in personal injury cases.
momentum and opportunities for collaboration.
The initiative kicks off with an in-person event on Feb. 5, from 1-3 p.m. at William Philip Hall, University of Washington – Tacoma, located at 1918 Commerce Street. Community members, advocates and youth homeless service providers are encouraged to attend. Volunteers are needed to join work groups to ensure
Reeder is currently a board member with the YWCA Pierce County. She has volunteered representing children in foster care since 2019 and petitioners in sexual assault protection orders through trial. She has extensive community service experience, most notably having been a member of the Junior League of Tacoma, Clover Park Technical College Foundation, volunteer at Tacomaprobono Community Lawyers, coach and weekly school volunteer.
She is the proud parent to two sons who are now young adults. In her spare time, she spends time with her children, travels extensively, spends weekends in Hood Canal with her dogs, and enjoys doing numerous outdoor activities including skiing, paddleboarding, etc.
PHILIP THORNTON
Pierce County Superior Court congratulates Philip Thornton on his recent election win for Department 10. JudgeElect Thornton is filling the vacancy in Department 10 caused by the retirement of Judge Garold Johnson in mid-2024. Judge-Elect Thornton began his time on the bench on Jan. 6. He is slated to attend Judicial College at the end of January.
Thornton has dedicated his 34-year career to serving the citizens of Pierce County. He is a graduate of Northern Arizona University (1987) and Creighton University School of Law (1990). He began his career in 1990 as an associate of Margullis, Luedtke & Ray. In 1997, Thornton opened his own law office in downtown Tacoma. He helped families with divergent legal issues (family and personal injury) although the emphasis was representing individuals charged with serious violent felony matters. Thornton was one of 40 lawyers certified by the Washington State Supreme Court as qualified trial counsel for individuals charged with capital murder. He has tried over 200 criminal trials including two capital murder trials.
In 2019, the Pierce County Superior Court judges appointed Thornton as Court Commissioner. As a Superior Court Commissioner, he heard a variety of cases including family law, civil protection orders, unlawful detainers, probate and guardianship, dependency, involuntary commitment trials, and juvenile criminal matters. In 2024, he served as the Presiding Court Commissioner.
Throughout his career, Thornton has been dedicated to improving the community, the practice of law and our court system. As a lawyer, he was appointed by the Pierce County Council to the Department of Assigned Counsel Advisory Board. He served as the Private Bar Representative for the Criminal Law Best Practices Committee to address criminal case processes.
broad participation to help end YYA homelessness.
“I am most excited about the impact this will make for youth in our community experiencing housing instability or homelessness,” said Devon Isakson, social service supervisor for PCHS. “We now have all the tools we need to reach functional zero for youth homelessness, and I look forward to fostering
collaboration among providers, youth, and community members across Pierce County.”
The 2024 Homeless Point-in-Time Count found roughly 500 YYA experiencing homelessness in Pierce County, with more than half under the age of 18. The Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness identified YYA as a population with unique needs because of the
He chaired the Criminal Law Section of the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association and served as a board member on the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He has presented to judges and lawyers on various criminal law related topics.
Thornton has dedicated countless hours at local Pro Bono Legal Clinics and Law Day presentations. As a lawyer, he participated in the Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Program which provides reduced fee legal consultation. Thornton is currently a board member of the non-profit organization “Lawyers Helping Hungry Children” whose mission is to raise funds for local charities working to eradicate childhood food insecurities in Pierce County.
INGRID MCLEOD
Pierce County Superior Court congratulates Ingrid McLeod on her recent election win for Department 15. Judge-Elect McLeod is filling the vacancy in Department 15 caused by the retirement of Judge Gretchen Leanderson. Judge-Elect McLeod began her time on the bench on Jan. 13. She is slated to attend Judicial College at the end of January.
McLeod was elected in November 2024 as the next Judge in Pierce County Superior Court, Department 15. Judge-Elect McLeod’s official swearing-in as the Judge in Department 15 was on Jan. 13, with a public swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Jan. 23.
For more than three years preceding her election, McLeod served on the Pierce County Superior Court bench as a commissioner and took an active role serving on multiple Superior Court committees. She also serves as faculty teaching guardianship and conservatorship law at the annual statewide Judicial College program.
Before joining the bench, McLeod was a civil litigator in private practice at Davies Pearson, P.C., focusing on probate, guardianship, fiduciary litigation, civil and commercial litigation, and appellate advocacy. She also served as a Title 11 RCW Guardian ad Litem (now Court Visitor) in Pierce County Superior Court from 2017 until her appointment as a commissioner in 2021.
McLeod has served on the Executive Committee of the Hon. Robert J. Bryan Chapter XXV of the American Inns of Court for several years, including as the 2023-24 Inn President. She is a graduate of the University of Washington, New York University, and Seattle University School of Law. After law school, she clerked for Chief Judge Lisa Worswick at the Washington State Court of Appeals, Division II.
severe and wide-ranging impacts homelessness has on them. YYA experiencing homelessness are more likely to have significant mental health issues, an increased risk of substance abuse and be more vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. Visit PierceCountyWA. gov/YouthHomelessness for more information and to register for the February event.
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of emergency powers reform to Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia.
“Sen. Braun, l hope to work with you to adopt reasonable limits on the governor’s emergency powers,” he said.
“We can do that together.”
Emergency powers reforms stalled in the last four sessions under Inslee.
Ferguson said he supports a law enforcement bill from Sen. Jeff Holy, R-Cheney.
“Senator Holy, thank you for your legislation proposing a $100 million grant program to help local law enforcement agencies hire more well-trained officers to improve public safety,” he said in reference to Senate Bill 5060. “That idea was a cornerstone of my campaign for governor. Any budget I sign must include this funding.”
As to the housing crisis, Ferguson said he is taking immediate action.
“I am signing an executive order, immediately following this speech, directing state agencies to review all regulations that impact housing, permitting and construction and identify any provision that can be streamlined, deferred or eliminated,” Ferguson said.
He went on to say Lt. Governor Denny Heck will lead his housing task force, which has already submitted a 42-page report containing recommendations to address the crisis.
During his tenure as attorney general, Ferguson made headlines many times by suing the Trump administration on nearly 100 occasions.
Ferguson said his administration “will work with President Trump where we can,” but added, “We will stand up to him when we must … that most certainly includes protecting Washingtonians’ reproductive freedom.”
Rep. Gloria Mendoza, R-Grandview, a freshman legislator from Washington's 14th Legislative District, delivered a message from Republicans after Ferguson's address.
“The Grandview Republican noted Washington state has many challenges that have failed to be sufficiently addressed under single-party rule in Olympia,” her office said in an email to The Center Square.
The email went on to say, “I am proud to live in Washington. Our state has given me so many opportunities and has incredible potential. But our state also has some serious problems – problems that continue to get worse under one-party politics.”
Biscotti are a dunkable delicacy
By MetroCreative
Cookies are a treat any time of the day, and many find biscotti particularly appealing. These crunchy cookies are equally at home with a morning cup of coffee as they are with an evening mug of hot cocoa.
Biscotti are hard, crunchy, Italian cookies that are baked twice. In fact, their name comes from the Latin “bis,” meaning “twice,” and “coctus,” meaning “cooked.” Although they can be enjoyed on their own, their dry, crunchy nature makes them hold up well when dunked into a beverage. Biscotti were even once commonly dipped into red wine.
Though they might seem complicated, biscotti generally are easy to make. Try this recipe for “Semolina and Almond Biscotti” from “Butter, Flour, Sugar, Joy” (Sourcebooks) by Danielle Kartes.
SEMOLINA AND ALMOND BISCOTTI
Yields 12 to 16 cookies
■ 1 cup sugar
■ 1⁄2 cup melted butter
■ 3 eggs
■ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
■ 1 pinch salt
■ 23⁄4 cups all-purpose
flour
■ 1 cup sliced almonds
■ 1⁄2 cup semolina flour
■ 1 teaspoon baking powder
Optional: 10 ounces dark chocolate to melt for dipping
Preheat oven to 325 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a stand mixer, cream the sugar, butter and eggs until light and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the vanilla and salt. Mix to incorporate. Add the all-purpose flour, almonds, semolina flour, and baking powder. Mix until well combined, but don’t overmix. Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet. Pat gently to form one long
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loaf of dough roughly 14 to 16 inches long and 5 to 6 inches wide. Bake 30 minutes.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow to cool 5 to 6 minutes before using a long knife to cut the loaf gently into 12 to 16 cookies. Lay each cookie on its side and bake another 20 minutes, flipping the cookies midway through. Cool completely to achieve that signature crunch. The centers will be a bit soft if eaten warm. These are perfect for dunking in coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Optional: Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second bursts and gently dip half of each biscotti into it lengthwise. Flip the biscotti chocolate-side-up onto a sheet tray and allow the chocolate to set.
September 8, 1931 – December 21, 2024
Cleora Leona Poorman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at the age of 93. She is now reunited with Bud, her husband of 66 years, who was her lifelong companion and best friend.
She is survived by her three children and loving family: Michael (Stephanie), Marcia Kroth (the late John), and Daniel (Vanessa) . Cleora was a devoted grandmother to: Jennifer Donovan (Toby), Kristina Oberle (Adam), Amy Lein (Steven), Adam Kroth (Sharon), Andrew Kroth, Alan Kroth (Justyna), and Dakota (Olivia).
She also leaves behind many cherished great-grandchildren: Tyler, Kelci, Saylor, Blake, Emma, Kinley, Kyle, Macey, Haydon, Harrison, Tyson, Owen, Jameson, and Arlene.
Raised in the Spanaway/Eatonville area, Cleora married her Kapowsin High School sweetheart, Bud Poorman, in 1949. Together, they spent many years working hard on the farm before Cleora began her career in 1963 with the Bethel School District as a cook, under the guidance of her mother-in-law, Dorothy Poorman. She worked for 30 years in the school system, feeding and caring for generations of children. In addition to her work at the school, Cleora was an active member of the Ohop Grange, where she served as an officer and was involved in various community projects, including fundraisers, “seed” displays at the fair, and cooking for numerous events. She was especially known for her delicious batches of baked beans, peanut brittle and cinnamon rolls, which became local favorites. Cleora and Bud were also devoted members of Tanwax Country Chapel, where Cleora’s beautiful voice graced the congregation every Sunday morning.
As they grew older, their tradition of weekly “date nights” at Subway became a treasured routine with many friends, a quiet testament to their enduring love. Following Bud’s passing, Cleora found a new home at Silver Creek Senior Living in Puyallup, where she continued to bring joy and light to those around her. Her warmth, kindness and quiet strength made a lasting impact on both the residents and staff at Silver Creek. Cleora’s legacy of love, generosity, humor and community involvement will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She was a shining light in the lives of her family, friends, and all who encountered her. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.
Savvy Senior: The surprising dangers of earwax
Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve heard that excessive earwax can cause serious health problems in elderly seniors. What can you tell me about this?
Caregiving Daughter
Dear Caregiving, It’s true! Excessive amounts of earwax can indeed cause problems in elderly seniors including hearing loss or ringing in your ears. Some people experience vertigo, which increases the risk of falling. And there’s also a correlation between hearing loss and cognitive decline and depression.
Earwax — which is not really wax at all, but a substance called cerumen that binds with dirt, dust and debris — is normally produced by the body as a way to clean and protect the ears. In most people, the self-cleaning process works fine. But in others, including more than 30 percent of elderly people, the wax collects to the point where it can completely block or impact the ear canal.
Those that are most affected are elderly seniors, especially those living in nursing homes or assisted living centers that provide
substandard hygiene. And those highest at risk are hearing-aid users because the devices push wax down into the canal.
EARWAX REMOVAL
Usually, earwax moves up and out on its own so the best way to control it is to leave it alone. But that advice can backfire for those who accumulate excessive amounts of earwax.
The symptoms of an earwax problem can include an earache, a feeling of fullness in the ear, hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, an ear infection, ear itchiness, or cough due to pressure from the blockage stimulating a nerve in the ear.
If you or your elderly loved one’s experience any of these symptoms, try using a softening agent to help the wax leave the ear or to remove it more easily.
If you prefer the natural route, try baby oil or mineral oil. Using an eyedropper, apply a drop or two into your ear, tilting your head so that the opening of the ear is pointing up toward the ceiling. Stay in that position for a minute or two to let the fluid flow down to the waxy buildup. Then tilt your head in the opposite direction to let the fluid and wax drain.
Or try an over-the-counter earwax removal solution or
kit, which are sold in most pharmacies. Solutions may contain oil or hydrogen peroxide, and some kits include a bulb syringe that you squeeze to flush your ear with warm water, if needed You may need to repeat this wax-softening and irrigation procedure several times before getting rid of the excess earwax. If, however, the symptoms don’t improve after a few treatments, you need to see an audiologist or ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor to have the wax removed.
Earwax removal is one of the most common ENT procedures performed. They have a variety of tools that can remove hard, stubborn earwax.
It might be tempting to poke a cotton swab, bobby pin, pencil or finger into your ear to get the gunk out, but don’t go digging. Yes, it’ll remove some of the wax, but it may also push the rest deeper into the ear canal and increase your risk of injuring your eardrum and making the problem worse.
Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org.
Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the Parenting and Support of: Child(ren): RYKER JOSEPH JERMY Petitioner/s: VALARIE MARIE
JERMY And Respondent/s: DEVERETTE JAUDON TOOMER No. 24-303153-6 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): DEVERETTE JAUDON TOOMER I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: PETITION FOR PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT and PETITION TO MODIFY SUPPORT You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published (Publisher enter date of first publication here): December 18, 2024. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [X] FL Parentage 332, Response to Petition for Parenting Plan, Residential Schedule and/or Child Support You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 110, Tacoma WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Valarie Marie Jermy 12/12/2024 VALARIE MARIE JERMY Print name and WSBA No., if any I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 8319 31ST STREET WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE WA 98466
(If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch December 18, 25, January 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2025
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240328816-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: GARRETT JARVIMAKI AND SARA JARVIMAKI, A MARRIED COUPLE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Mortgage Financial Services, LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: TICOR TITLE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: ServiceMac, LLC Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202307120407 Parcel Number: 7470033170 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 31, 2025, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: BEGINNING 212.5 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK 105, AMENDED MAP OF FIRST SCHOOL LAND ADDITION TO CITY OF TACOMA, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 7 OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 77, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON; THENCE EAST 142 FEET; THENCE NORTH 36 FEET; THENCE WEST 142 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 36 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 7470033170 More commonly known as 3839 S G ST, TACOMA, WA 98418-6763 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated July 11, 2023, executed by GARRETT JARVIMAKI AND SARA JARVIMAKI, A MARRIED COUPLE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated
nominee for MOVEMENT MORTGAGE, LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded July 12, 2023 as Instrument No. 202307120407 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Mortgage Financial Services, LLC and recorded June 14, 2024 as Instrument Number 202406140325 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Mortgage Financial Services, LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/ Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY WHEN DUE THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS WHICH ARE NOW IN ARREARS: DELINQUENT PAYMENT INFORMATION From February 1, 2024 To September 27, 2024 Number of Payments 8 Monthly Payment
$30,538.08 Total $30,538.08 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION February 1, 2024 September 27, 2024 $866.32 $866.32 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: July 11, 2023 Note Amount $483,215.00 Interest Paid To: January 1, 2024 Next Due Date: February 1, 2024 Current Beneficiary: Mortgage Financial Services, LLC Contact Phone No: 877-297-5484 Address: 9726 Old Bailes Road, Suite 200, Fort Mill, SC 29707 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $481,059.69, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on January 31, 2025. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by January 20, 2025, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before January 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the January 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the current Beneficiary, Mortgage Financial Services, LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS GARRETT JARVIMAKI 3839 S G ST, TACOMA, WA 98418-6763 SARA JARVIMAKI 3839 S G ST, TACOMA, WA 98418-6763 by both first class and certified mail on August 27, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place August 27, 2024 on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustees’ Sale. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded providing a 45day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to as-
sess your situation and refer you to mediation if you might eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 6064819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www.homeownership.wa.gov Dated: September 27, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 106769, Pub Dates: 01/01/2025, 01/22/2025, EATONVILLE DISPATCH
CITY OF PUYALLUP PUBLIC NOTICE PUYALLUP SOLID WASTE COLLECTION RATE INCREASES
In accordance with RCW 35A.21.152, notice is hereby given that rates charged by D. M. Disposal Co., Inc. for solid waste collection in the City of Puyallup will increase effective March 1, 2025, according to the following average aggregate increases: Residential = 6.6%, Commercial = 7.3%, Multi-Family = 6.8%, Yard Waste = 4.7% and Commercial Recycling = 4.7%. The new rates reflect the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment of 3.0%, Pierce County landfill rate increase of 5.8%, and City Utility Tax rate increase of 1.8%.
DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK
PUBLISHED: The Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch on January 22, 2025 and January 29, 2025
NOTICE CITY OF PUYALLUP PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed Development Agreement of a three-phased proposal for the construction of a mixed-use multifamily residential building, a food hall and brewery, and townhomes on City-owned Property located at 115 2ndSt. SE, known as the Cornforth Campbell Property. For more information about the proposed project, please visit https://bit.ly/CornforthCampbellor scan the QR below.
This public hearing is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers located on the 5th floor of City Hall at 333 S. Meridian. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and can be viewed in person or via livestream (city website, Zoom, or YouTube). Information on how to access the meeting virtually will be added to the agenda and published on the City’s website. Written comments must be submitted before the public hearing to the City Clerk’s Office by emailinginfo@puyallupwa.gov, or you may submit written comments or verbal testimony at the hearing. For further information contact Dan Vessels Jr., City Clerk, at 253-841-5480 ordvessels@ puyallupwa.gov.
DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK
Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch January 15 & 22, 2025
The State of Washington, Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is acquiring property and/or property rights for the SR 509 Corridor Completion Program, Clear Creek Restoration project. Negotiations to acquire the property described below have reached an impasse so WSDOT is preparing to submit this acquisition to the Attorney General’s Office to pursue the acquisition through a condemnation action. This is to assure that the rights of the induvial property owners and the rights of all the taxpayers of the state are equally protected. The final action meeting at which the State as condemner will decide whether to authorize the condemnation of the property will be made at a virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams at 9:30 a.m., Friday, January 31, 2025. The property owners may provide information prior to the meeting for the State to consider at this meeting. Information may be submitted in writing to the State of Washington, Department of Transportation Attn: John H. White, Puget Sound Gateway, Deputy Program Administrator, 999 Third Avenue., Suite 2300, NB82-509, Seattle, WA 98104, or by phone at 206-805-2966, prior to the meeting.
Assessed Owner: Troutlodge, Inc.
Property Address: 4008 Pioneer Way E, Tacoma, WA 98443
Tax Parcel Numbers: 0320133013, 0320133051, 0320133053, 0320133057, 0320133060, 0320133061
Brief Legal Description: Ptn SW¼, Section 13, T20N, R3E, W.M., Pierce County, Washington Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch January 15 & 22, 2025
