Dispatch News 07-17-2024 by Pacific Publishing Company

ABOVE: Will Sepich will play for Grays Harbor next year.

MIDDLE: Payton Hanly announced his intention to play baseball for Centralia Community College.

Ryan Stammen has committed to playing rugby at Queens University in Charlotte, North Carolina.

EHS athletes continue playing careers at next level

By Merrick Parnell

The athletic season and school year have ended at Eatonville High School, and a few seniors have committed to playing their respective sports at the next level in colleges or universities. This year, EHS has four student-

athletes who will go from donning the jerseys of their high school and club teams to sporting their new colors across various post-secondary levels.

Cruiser baseball has two commits who will play on a collegiate diamond next year. After helping EHS secure

fourth place in the District 4 playoffs, both seniors from the ball club are moving on to the next level.

Payton Hanly announced his intention to play baseball for Centralia Community College. The pitcher and outfielder led his high school team in batting average (.395)

and was the strikeout (K) leader with 70 Ks.

“I chose Centralia Community College because of its great coaching staff. The first time I met them, I knew that it was the right fit. The baseball

Eatonville School District makes 3 new hires

By Eatonville School District Special to the Dispatch

The Eatonville School District is thrilled to introduce Dracy McCoy as the new executive director of Student Services.

McCoy brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to the district. She has a Bachelor of Science from Eastern Oregon University, LaGrande, Oregon; a Special Education Endorsement from Portland State University,

Portland, Oregon a Master of Education in Principal and Program Administration from City University, Seattle, WA.

McCoy began her career as a special education teacher and has eight years of experience teaching PreK through High School in various special education settings. In addition to teaching, McCoy has eight years of experience in special programs, seven years as a high school principal, and four years as a middle school principal.

McCoy is dedicated to setting a vision for achieving and sustaining high levels of student achievement,

particularly for Students with Disabilities. She is committed to fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and learning, focusing on the achievement of all children, and supporting a vision that addresses the needs of historically underrepresented groups.

Also joining the district is Lindsay Fitzer. Fitzer has accepted the position of Human Resources and Payroll Manager. Fitzer has been a dedicated member of the Eatonville School District, bringing her extensive experience and expertise to her new role.

Fitzer holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an accounting emphasis from Southern Oregon University.

Throughout her career, Fitzer has

showcased a strong background in administrative and human resource functions within our district. Her career highlights include:

• HR/Payroll Specialist at Eatonville School District since December 2020, where she performed monthly payroll functions, kept employee assignments up to date in Skyward Employee Administration, and assisted with various HR functions including job postings and leave management.

• Secretary at Columbia Crest Academy from August 2016 to December 2020, managing daily office tasks, working in various functions of Skyward, and assisting the principal in school and budget management.

• Office Clerk/Attendance Secretary at Columbia Crest Academy from

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Courtesy photos

Dracy McCoy

Lindsay Fitzer

Join us Sunday at Home Spun

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 NEW LOCATION

Graham-Kapowsin Community Council's new Tuesday and Thursday location is 10118 249th St. E. in Graham from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free exercise at 10:30. Lunch is $7 for members or $10 non. RSVP to 253-9212914 24 hours before.

ALANON HELP

Alanon is available to help people struggling with a loved one’s drinking. Call 425-830-0314.

LEARN ABOUT FRIENDS OF EATONVILLE LIBRARY

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL

CATHOLIC CHURCH

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL

CATHOLIC CHURCH

Reverend Dominic Chikankheni

CATHOLIC CHURCH

Reverend Dominic Chikankheni

253-875-6630 ext. 127

253-875-6630 ext.

253-875-6630 ext. 127

229 Antonie Ave. N.

360-832-6363 or 253-875-6630

229 Antonie Ave. N. 360-832-6363 or 253-875-6630

Saturday Mass...........4:00 p.m.

Wednesday.................6:30 p.m.

Saturday Mass...........4:00 p.m.

Wednesday.................6:30 p.m.

WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH

10515 269TH ST. E., GRAHAM, WA 98338 www.livingwordlutheranchurch.com (253) 846-1276

SUNDAY 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE

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.

Savvy Senior: How to prevent and treat age-related macular degeneration

Dear Savvy Senior, Is macular degeneration hereditary? My mother lost much of her vision from it before she died, and now at age 65, I’m concerned I may get it too. What can you tell me?

Brown Eyed Betty

Dear Betty,

Unfortunately, having a parent or sibling with macular degeneration does indeed increase your risk of getting it by three to four times. But the good news is there are things you can do to protect your eyesight, and a number of treatments that are available if you do happen to get it. Here’s what you should know.

WHAT IS AMD?

Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (or AMD) is the most common cause of severe vision loss in people over age 60, affecting an estimated 20 million Americans.

AMD is a progressive eye disease that damages the macula, the part of the eye that allows us to see objects clearly, causing vision loss in the center of your vision. This affects the ability to read, drive, watch

SCHOOL from Page 1Æ

September 2015 to August 2016, handling daily student attendance tracking, creating bi-weekly school newsletters, and assisting with various office functions.

Fitzer's strong analytical skills, proficiency with Skyward, Microsoft Office and Google Drive, and her ability to function well both independently and in teams make her an excellent fit for this new role. She has a proven track record in implementing digital processes, managing payroll systems, and improving operational efficiencies, all of which will be invaluable in her new position.

And lastly, Bonnie McNicol has accepted the position of Transportation Manager. McNicol brings a wealth of

television and do routine daily tasks, but it does not cause total blindness. There are two types of AMD – dry and wet. Dry AMD, which affects about 85 to 90 percent of all people that have it, progresses slowly and painlessly over a period of years. While wet AMD is much more aggressive and can cause severe vision loss in a matter of weeks or months.

Factors that can increase your risk of getting AMD include age (60 and older); smoking; excessive exposure to sunlight especially if you have light-colored eyes; certain genetic components; a family history of AMD; high blood pressure; obesity; and being Caucasian.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

For anyone over the age of 65, it’s a smart idea to get your eyes examined by an ophthalmologist every year. They can spot early signs of AMD before vision loss occurs. Early signs, however, may include shadowy areas in your central vision or unusually fuzzy or distorted vision.

The Amsler grid is also an excellent tool to check your eyes for AMD at home. Visit Macular.org,

experience and dedication to our district, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of our students.

McNicol began her career in Pupil Transportation in 1997 after serving eight years in the US Army Military Police Corp. She became a Driver Trainer in 2003 and joined Eatonville School District in 2005. From 2005 to 2012, she served as a Driver/Driver Trainer before moving into the role of Transportation Specialist/Trainer. Bonnie undertook the challenging OSPI/CWU Pupil Transportation Management Training Program, completing it with excellent grades in 2015.

McNicol and her family have been active members of the Eatonville community since 2000. Four of their five children have graduated from Eatonville High School. She and her husband of 35 years have

PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF EATONVILLE

On March 11, 2024 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 2024-3. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, amending Chapter 2.04 of the Eatonville Municipal Code and adding a second regularly scheduled Council meeting each month. Ordinance 2024-3 may be found on the Town’s website at www.eatonville-wa.gov or at Town Hall.

Published July 17, 2024.

and search “amsler chart” to test your sight.

While there’s currently no cure for AMD there are things you can do if you’re high risk, including: eating antioxidant-rich foods such as dark green, leafy vegetables, and coldwater fish for their omega-3 fatty acids; protecting your eyes from the sun by wearing UV protective sunglasses; controlling high blood pressure; exercising regularly; and if you smoke, quit.

DRY AMD TREATMENTS

If you do happen to get AMD, your doctor may recommend you start taking a daily dose of antioxidant vitamins and minerals known as AREDS or AREDS2. Studies by the National Eye Institute have shown that while taking these supplements cannot prevent you from getting AMD, they can reduce your risk of progression from intermediate to advanced AMD by about 25 percent.

You can purchase AREDS supplements – made by Bausch and Lomb and sold as PreserVision –over the counter in many drugstores and online for around $30 a bottle.

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four teenage grandchildren and enjoy participating in barbecue competitions and hunting together. They own a BBQ restaurant in Dayton, WA, where McNicol spends most weekends with her husband.

McNicol is committed to staying in Eatonville because she understands how vital transportation is to the success of our students. She has always ensured, and will continue to ensure, the consistent, safe, and successful transportation of our students. McNicol believes that their success is our success.

medications (Syfovre and Izervay) that were approved by the FDA last year to treat a late-stage form of AMD called geographic atrophy or GA. These treatments, which are given either monthly or every other month in the form of an injection into the eye, can slow the progression of GA.

WET AMD TREATMENTS

For wet AMD, there are several anti-VEGF medications like Avastin, Lucentis and Eylea that can stop vision loss and may even restore it. These medications, which have been around for more than a decade, are also given by injection into the eye and repeated every month or two.

Newer anti-VEGF drugs, like Vabysmo and Eyla HD, are also highly effective but don’t require monthly treatments. Most patients on these medications can go three to four months between injections. 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.

Community Council programs

Graham-Kapowsin Community Council's Center at Evergreen on the Graham Hill has free exercise Tuesday & Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Ted Brown’s Music Therapy on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at 12:30 p.m. and karaoke at 12:30 p.m. on the last Thursday each month plus line dancing at 12:45 p.m. for $3 every Thursday. Benston Hall has Taichi on Tuesday at 2 for $4. Both locations have $7 lunches for members or $10 for non members. RSVP to 253-921-2914 at least 24 hours before.

The 2024 Eatonville School District Surplus Sale! Calling all bargain hunters and school supporters!

The Eatonville School District is holding its annual surplus sale on Wednesday, July24th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Location: 21 1 Rainier Ave N, Eatonville WA 98328

Here’s the breakdown:

• 9:00 am - 9:30 am: Join us for a short curriculum auction where you can snag great deals on select curriculum items.

• 10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Open sale! Browse a wide variety of furniture, equipment, resources and more — all at fantastic prices.

Can’t make It in person? No worries! From July 26th 2024 to August 8th 2024, visit Govdeals.com, select location search, type in our zip code (98328), and click on Eatonville School District to find additional curriculum items available for online bidding.

Don’t miss this chance to score exciting finds and support your local schools!

For more information, please contact the Eatonville School District.

Bonnie McNicol

A grainy side without the grains

By Lynda Balslev

Invite this side dish to your next barbecue. Your vegetarian friends will thank you (and so will anyone else looking for a delicious way to enjoy their vegetables). The star of this recipe is cauliflower. The humble crucifer steps in as a healthy, gluten-free substitute for wheat in a lemony and very chopped salad. When finely chopped, cauliflower is a great replacement for grains and pasta, with the bonus of adding refreshing sweet and nutty flavor and a host of nutrients. The sturdy texture resembles couscous grains, resulting in a light, veggieforward salad or side dish. Blitz the cauliflower florets into tiny pieces in a food processor, then saute the pieces in a pan until they are crisp-tender; this will take only a few minutes. Then proceed as you would with a traditional couscous or tabbouleh salad. Add handfuls of fragrant chopped leafy herbs, a shower of dried spices, peppers and chiles, and a generous squeeze of citrus to brighten the layers of texture and flavor. It makes

for an excellent side dish or light meal that is perfect for outdoor dining, since it can be served warm or cold.

CAULIFLOWER 'COUSCOUS' SALAD

Active time: 20 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes

Yield: Serves 4 to 6

▶ 1 medium head cauliflower, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds

▶ 1 tablespoon olive oil

▶ 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste

▶ 1 large garlic clove, minced

▶ 1 teaspoon sweet paprika

▶ 1 teaspoon ground cumin

▶ 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

▶ 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper or Aleppo chile flakes

▶ 2 to 3 thin scallions, white and green parts thinly sliced

▶ 1 sweet red pepper, seeded and finely diced

▶ 1 small poblano pepper, seeded and finely diced

▶ 1 red or green jalapeno pepper, stemmed and seeded, finely chopped

▶ 1 cup Italian parsley leaves, chopped

Photo by Lynda

▶ 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped

▶ 1/2 cup mint leaves, chopped

▶ Finely grated zest of 1 lemon

▶ 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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program at Centralia has also been on the rise, breaking lots of program records these last couple of seasons,” said Hanly.

Hanly will join a Centralia squad that went 30-20 last season in the Northwest Athletic Conference’s (NWAC) West Division, finishing in fifth place. He hopes to bring his skill set to the lineup and make a difference.

“I am a left-handed pitcher that has recently been able to pitch to ground outs and fly outs, and this has helped contribute to the team by getting us off the defensive side of the ball and back in the dugout to score some runs,” Hanly said.

Will Sepich will also take his baseball talents to the NWAC level and play for Grays Harbor next year. The EHS outfielder finished with a .478 on-base percentage. Grays Harbor also plays in the NWAC’s West Division, and Sepich hopes to help them improve on their past season, in which they missed the playoffs.

“I chose Grays Harbor College because of the team atmosphere and the fact that Coach Hogue reached out to me personally to recruit me, which felt really genuine,” Sepich said regarding his decision to play for the Chokers. “What I add to Grays is someone who will work very hard for what

Remove the leaves and core of the cauliflower. Coarsely chop the florets and place in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the florets are finely chopped and about the size of rice grains.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower and season with the salt. Saute until the cauliflower begins to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander and red chili flakes. Continue to cook until the cauliflower is crisp-tender but not mushy, 3 to 4 minutes more, stirring frequently. Taste for seasoning and add more salt if desired.

Stir in the scallions and peppers, then remove from the heat. Transfer to a bowl. Add the parsley, cilantro, mint, lemon zest and black pepper and stir to combine. Taste again for seasoning. Cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Lynda Balslev is an award-winning writer, cookbook author, and recipe developer based in northern California. Visit TasteFood at TasteFoodblog.com.

is asked of me and that I am committed to this team.”

On the basketball court, according to EHS athletics, Hunter Klumpar plans to stay close by and play for Pierce Community College. This past season, Klumpar was named the first team in the all-conference during the basketball season. In addition to being a star on the basketball court, Klumpar was a dominant football player who helped lead the Cruisers to a state championship appearance as quarterback this past year. Ryan Stammen has committed to playing rugby at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) level at Queens University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Stammen played four years of rugby with the Kent Crusaders and will play for Queens at the scrum and flanker positions. “We are so excited to welcome her to our team,” the club said in a statement welcoming Stammen to Queens University Rugby.

Stammen was a multi-sport athlete who played rugby, soccer, basketball, and track and field.

With the athletic season and school year ending at Eatonville High School, we celebrate the achievements of our senior student-athletes. Their dedication and hard work have paid off as they advance to collegiate sports.

Balslev

29, 2024 - City Council Authorizes

Contract Execution RESPONSE TO THE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS:

At a minimum, your response to the RFQ must include the following information:

1. General qualifications of the firm to perform the work as described in this RFQ.

2. Representative List of Projects - list all relevant, successfully completed, multi-modal facility design, installation, and/or implementation infrastructure projects including the firm’s project team members, their assignments, and year of the project.

3. Include references for each project listed above identifying the owner, contact person’s name, title, address, and telephone number.

4. Provide the name, phone number, and office address of the project manager who will direct the work for your firm.

5. Describe the project manager’s experience with developing and/or managing projects and their commitment to this project.

6. Identification of proposed team members for the City’s project with organizational chart and qualifications of the project manager, project engineer, and all key personnel proposed for this project. Identify similar projects on which the proposed team members have jointly worked.

7. Describe your firm’s experience with federally funded projects and use of the WSDOT LAG Manual. Discuss your firm’s approach to construction management and documentation on federally funded projects.

8. Ability to obligate staff and meet the project schedule, and ability to perform services for subsequent funded phases, if necessary, and ability to meet DBE goals.

9. Discuss and quantify your firm’s past performance regarding contract change orders, both design and construction, in terms of the number and dollar amount on similar projects.

10. Approach to meet DBE goal (DBE Participation Plan). A 21% DBE goal has been established for this project. Note: a DBE goal for future project phases may be required.

SUBMITTAL DEADLINE:

Interested firms must submit four (4) complete hard copies and one (1) electronic copy (PDF) of their Statements of Qualifications in a sealed package clearly labeled “Consultant Firm Name Puyallup Moves - Destination Downtown: Planning Project SOQ.” Statements of Qualifications should be limited to ten (10) 8 ½” x 11” single-sided pages, including cover letter and resumes. Respondents shall submit a digital copy in addition to the printed copies. The Statement of Qualifications must be submitted to the City of Puyallup no later than 2:00 PM on 1 August 2024 to be considered. Submittals received after this date and time will automatically be rejected and will not receive further consideration by the City. Postmarks will not be accepted as proof of submittal. Statements of Qualifications are to be addressed to: City of Puyallup City Clerk’s Office, 4th Floor 333 South Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371. Deliveries in person (or by service) will only be accepted by the City Clerk, 4th Floor, City Hall, 333 South Meridian, Puyallup, WA. No submissions will be personally accepted or received in any other office. No email or facsimile submissions will be considered. For specific questions, please contact Bryan Schermerhorn at (253) 770-3348 or by email at bschermerhorn@PuyallupWA.gov.

EVALUATION OF SUBMITTALS:

1. A City evaluation committee will review the responses to this RFQ for the purpose of identifying and recommending those firms offering, in total, the highest qualifications and experience with this type of project.

2. The City will evaluate the RFQ submissions based on the criteria and weighting referenced in Items 1 - 10 above. All submittals will be reviewed and ranked according to competence and professional qualifications as well as a demonstrated ability to perform the work.

3. On the basis of the information submitted and the project’s federal funding requirements, the City will select a shortlist of firms for interviews. The lead members of the project team will be expected to attend any interviews scheduled with the City.

4. Final selection of a consultant will be based on submitted materials, the interview conducted, and responses from any references solicited.

5. The selection of a consultant and the execution of a contract, while anticipated, are not guaranteed by the City. The City reserves the right to determine which submittal is in the City’s best interest and to award the contract on that basis, to reject any and all submittals, waive any irregularities of any submittal, and negotiate with any potential consultant if such is deemed to be in the best interest of the City. The City makes no commitment to any respondent to this request for Statements of Qualifications beyond consideration of the written response to this request. Preparation of materials in response to this RFQ are totally the responsibility of the consultant.

The City of Puyallup is an equal opportunity employer and encourages disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned consultant firms to respond. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

INFORMATION

The City of Puyallup in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Dan Vessels at dvessels@puyallupwa. gov or by calling collect (253) 435-3641. TITLE VI STATEMENT

The City of Puyallup, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. Published in the Tacoma Weekly and the Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC) 17 July 2024 and 24 July 2024

Owner: City of Puyallup, 333 South Meridian, Fourth Floor, Puyallup WA 98371

Contact: Bryan Schermerhorn, Senior Project Manager. Email: bschermerhorn@puyallupwa. gov Phone: (253) 770-3348.

For full information on the Request for Qualifications, please visit our website at: http://www. ci.puyallup.wa.us/rfq Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 17 & 24, 2024

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF Petitioner Janet Rae Cruz and Respondent George Richard Cruz Publication Summons [x] Divorce - 40101 Case No. 2024FA000397 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO THE PERSON NAMED ABOVE AS RESPONDENT:

You are notified that the petitioner named above has filed a Petition for divorce or legal separation against you.

You must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Petition within 40 days from the day after the first date of publication.

The demand must be sent or delivered to the court at: Clerk of Court, Winnebago County Courthouse, Address 415 Jackson Street City Oshkosh WI, 54901 and to Petitioner Name Janet Rae Cruz c/o Attorney Hannah E. Smet Address 5553 Waterford Lane, Suite A Appleton, WI 54913 It is recommended, but not required, that you have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Petition within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Petition, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Petition.

A judgment may be enforced as provided by law.

A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

You are further notified that if the parties to this action have minor children, violation of §948.31, Wis. Stats., (Interference with custody by parent or others) is punishable by fines and/or imprisonment:

If you and the petitioner have minor children, documents setting forth the percentage standard for child support established by the department under §49.22(9), Wis. Stats., and the factors that a court may consider for modification of that standard under §767.511(1m), Wis. Stats., are available upon your request from the Clerk of Court.

You are notified of the availability of information from the Circuit Court Commissioner as set forth in §767.105, Wis. Stats. §767.105 Information from Circuit Court Commissioner.

(2) Upon the request of a party to an action affecting the family, including a revision of judgment or order under sec. 767.59 or 767.451:

(a) The Circuit Court Commissioner shall, with or without charge, provide the party with written information on the following, as appropriate to the action commenced:

1. The procedure for obtaining a judgment or order in the action.

2. The major issues usually addressed in such an action.

3. Community resources and family court counseling services available to assist the parties.

4. The procedure for setting, modifying, and enforcing child support awards, or modifying and enforcing legal custody or physical placement judgments or orders.

(b) The Circuit Court Commissioner shall provide a party, for inspection or purchase, with a copy of the statutory provisions in this chapter generally pertinent to the action.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-236-4791 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

Signature Attorney Hannah E. Smet 5553 Waterford Lane, Suite A, Appleton, WI 54913 hsmet@ grievelaw.com 920-857-0018 07/08/2024 Date State Bar No. (if any) 1095401 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 17, 24 & 31, 2024

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Petitioners: Robbyn Martin, Danny Martin, Respondent: Chloe Anne Louden John Doe No. 24-3-01976-5 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: John Doe. I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for De Facto Parentage. 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: July 17, 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): FL Parentage 342, Response to Petition for De Facto Parentage 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 930 Tacoma Ave. S, Rm 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 their lawyer fills out below: /s/ Abigail Jackson, WSBA #62050 for Donna Person Smith. #23859 Date 7/5/24 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at Lawyer’s address: 3708 14th St Pl SW, Puyallup WA 98373 Email (if applicable): donna@donnapersonsmith.com This Summons is issued according to Rule 4. 1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14 & 21, 2024 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In the Guardianship of: Joyce Anne Martin, and Isaac Edward Martin, Respondent/minor child No. 24-4-01026-5 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication

To: John Doe. I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Minor Guardianship and Petition Appointing Emergency Minor Guardian. 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: June 26, 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): 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 930 Tacoma Ave. S, Rm 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 their lawyer fills out below: Signature Donna Person Smith #23859 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at Lawyer’s address: 3708 14th St Pl SW, Puyallup WA 98373 Email (if applicable): donna@donnapersonsmith.com This Summons is issued according to Rule 4. 1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2024

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce.

In the Guardianship of Zoee Lynn Watkins, Respondent. Summons No. 24-4-01296-9. To: The parents, child, and person with court-ordered custody: The Petitioner has started a case asking for guardianship of the above-named children under RCW 11.130.185. If the Minor Guardianship Petition is approved, the rights of the parents or legal custodians could be substantially restricted. You must respond to this summons and petition by serving a copy of your written response on the person signing this summons, any other party, and by filing the original response with the clerk of the court. If you do not serve your written response within 20 days after the date this summons was served on you (or 60 days if you are served outside of the state of Washington), exclusive of the day of service, the court may enter an order of default against you and the court may, without further notice to you, enter an order and approve or provide for the relief requested in the petition. If the petition has not been filed, you may demand that the petitioner file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this summons. Within 14 days after you serve the demand, the petitioner must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this summons and petition will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of a lawyer in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. This summons is issued pursuant to rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Important! Read the Notice of Hearing for information about your rights and how to respond. Dated: May 28, 2024. Signature of Petitioner or Lawyer: Patrice A. Justice. File original of your response with the clerk of the court at: Superior Court of Washington-Pierce, 930 Tacoma Ave. S., Room 110, Tacoma, WA, 98402. Serve a copy of your response on Petitioner, Patrice A. Justice, 18216 212th Ave. E., Orting, WA, 98360. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7 & 14, 2024

Pierce County Human Services awarding nearly $18M for homeless, housing services

By Spencer Pauley The Center Square

Pierce County Human Services has announced it will be awarding $17.7 million to homeless housing services to address the region’s worsening homeless crisis.

This funding directly supports two goals of the county’s Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness. The goals are to meet the immediate needs of homeless people within the region and expand the county’s permanent housing system.

The funding comes from a number of sources, including the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Washington State Department of Commerce, and local homeless document recording fees.

Homelessness statistics in Pierce County are at a record high. The county conducted its annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count of sheltered and unsheltered people throughout the region on Jan. 26. The results revealed a 23% increase of people experiencing homelessness in Pierce County, with 2,661.

Out of the 2,661 homeless people tallied, 1,445 – 54% – were sheltered. Last year, there were 1,385 homeless people counted as being sheltered at the time of the PIT count.

However, the number of people living without shelter in Pierce County jumped 59.4% from 763 in 2023 to 1,216 in 2024.

The region’s shelter capacity is not enough to meet the demand. According

to the county, there are currently 1,318 units of shelter and 1,726 beds in various locations across Pierce County. However, the bulk of shelter beds are noncongregate and are located within the City of Tacoma. Non-congregate shelter is the term used for emergency shelters that provide accommodations in a way that provides private space for guests.

The county is continuing to struggle finding a lowbarrier homeless stability site outside of Tacoma to help homeless people elsewhere in the county find shelter. This spring, Human Services received almost $20 million in requests for continued and expanded shelter capacity across the county, but its homeless housing program funding recommendations to the county council include only $6.5 million for shelter.

The $17.7 million in funding will go to homelessness outreach efforts, day shelters, safe parking programs, the expansion of overnight shelter capacity, permanent supportive housing, and transitional housing.

The Rescue Mission is receiving the largest portion of awarded funding, with $1.4 million for its emergency services program.

The program assists unhoused people by providing overnight shelter accommodations, meals, clothing, and basic human needs. The program is anticipated to serve 1,628 households with the new funding.

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