Dispatch News 6-12-2024

Washington DNR accepting applications to turn properties into habitats

By Tim Clouser The Center Square

The Department of Natural Resources is asking Washingtonians to help protect endangered species by selling their property under a program accepting applications through June 30.

The Rivers and Habitat Open Space Program started in 1999 as a way for the state to turn private land into conservation easements. According to the DNR website, it has since helped purchase 26 conservation easements covering over 1,300 acres of habitat.

“The Rivers and Habitat Open Space Program is a great opportunity to get paid for critical habitat and channel migration zones on your property,” said KelliAnne Ricks, DNR Conservation Easement Program Manager, in a news release. “Landowners can get paid for preserving critical forest habitat … [and] riparian habitat near channel migration zones.”

Under the program, landowners can sell or donate eligible property, including its timber rights, in exchange for compensation. However, that amount of money is highly dependent on the amount of available timber, which is only determined after an applicant is approved, according to prior instructions for completing the application.

Even if a landowner only chooses to sell some of their property, compensation still depends on the amount of timber, regardless of whether there is any at all. Thus, leaving every candidate in the dark regarding how much money they are entitled to.

Additionally, state law provides that if the property has no timber, the landowner would only receive compensation for a “portion of the land value component as determined just and equitable by the department.

That “land value component” includes the qualifying acreage multiplied by the value per acre of all commercial forestland in western or eastern Washington, whichever region applies to the purchase.

“DNR prioritizes applications based on ecological value to salmon or other statelisted threatened or endangered species, as well as potential benefits to water quality or connectivity to other protected lands,” according to the news release.

The state allocates funding to the program every two years at the Legislature’s discretion, which DNR then uses over the next biennium. Currently, there is $4.7 million available for purchasing conservation easements during the 2023-2025 biennium.

This application period extends to purchases over the 2025-2027 biennium.

Four tips to keep your home safe this wildfire season

By Michael Riley AAA Washington

Last year, Washington experienced the second-highest number of wildfires in our state's history. With most of Washington under a drought declaration, many predict we could see an even bigger surge in wildfires in 2024. It's crucial to know what steps to take to protect your home and property from wildfires, including revisiting your existing homeowners policies. Here are some essential tips from AAA Washington to safeguard your home for the upcoming fire season:

1. Know Your Home: Are you Wildfire Ready? Taking care of your home environment can help reduce your home’s fire risk. Avoid storing firewood that can fuel a fire under or near the house. Stack wood piles at least 30 feet away from the house and trim tree branches that hang over the eaves or roof. Remove mulch, leaves, and pine needles around at least a 5-foot perimeter of the house. Keep the area around the house well-watered and green, and prune and remove dead or dying branches from the trees within a 30-foot perimeter. Thin out and space trees and vegetation within a 100-foot perimeter around your home.

2. Know Your Policy: The first and most obvious question is, “Does my home insurance cover wildfire damage?” The good news is that homeowner insurance policies almost always cover wildfire damage. However, there are exceptional circumstances where a home’s risk is too high, and private insurance isn’t available. Usually, these properties are located in the wilderness and accessible by a single road. Policies tailored for the specific challenges of the Northwest like those offered by AAA Washington ensure that homeowners have adequate protection against regional

3. Know Your Limits: When reviewing your policy, it's vital to understand your coverage limits, or the maximum amount your policy will pay to repair or rebuild your home and replace your possessions. Homeowner policies assess a home’s value differently, which can significantly impact your claim amount in case of a total loss. This is why it's so important to consult a professional and conduct an account review.

4. Know Your Score: Insurance companies

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ALCOHOL ANONYMOUS MEETINGS OFFERED

Alcoholics Anonymous is available for people who have a problem with alcohol. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at the corner of Carter and Rainier.

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

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253-875-6630 ext. 127

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229 Antonie Ave. N.

360-832-6363 or 253-875-6630

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

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.

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

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.

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

SUNDAY 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE

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: Long-term care benefits for veterans and surviving spouses

Dear Savvy Senior, I understand that the Veterans Administration has a benefit that can help veterans and spouses with long-term care costs. We recently had to move my elderly father into an assisted living memory care facility, and my mother will probably need care too in the near future. What can you tell me?

Searching for Aid

Dear Searching,

The Veterans Administration (VA) does indeed have an underutilized benefit that can help wartime veterans and their surviving spouses pay for a variety of longterm care costs.

This benefit, called “Aid and Attendance,” is a special pension that’s paid on top of existing VA pensions for eligible veterans and surviving spouses. In 2024, it pays a maximum of $2,727 a month to married veterans; $2,300 a month to single veterans; or $1,478 a month to a surviving spouse. The money is tax free, and can be used to pay for assisted living, memory care, nursing home or inhome care services. Currently, around 156,000 veterans and survivors are receiving the Aid and Attendance benefit, but many thousands more are eligible who either don’t know about it or don’t think they qualify.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, your dad must have served at least 90 days of active military service with at least one day of service during a period

of war, and not have been discharged dishonorably.

Single surviving spouses of wartime vets are eligible if their marriage ended due to death.

In addition, your dad will also have to meet certain thresholds for medical and financial need to be eligible.

To qualify medically he must be either disabled, or over the age of 65 and need help performing basic everyday living tasks such as eating, bathing, dressing or going to the bathroom. Being blind or in a nursing home due to disability or receiving Social Security Disability or SSI also qualifies him. Single surviving spouses have no age restrictions, but they must require help with basic everyday living tasks to be eligible.

To qualify financially

your parents “net worth,” which includes assets and annual income combined, must be below $155,356 in 2024.

To calculate this, add up your parent’s assets, which includes their personal property (like investments, real estate, etc.) excluding their primary home and vehicles. And tally up their income over the past year (including Social Security, pensions, interest income from investments, annuities, etc.), minus any out-of-pocket medical expenses, prescription drugs, insurance premiums and long-term care costs over that same period of time.

The VA also has a threeyear lookback to determine if your parents transferred any assets to ensure they would qualify for benefits.

If so, they may be subject to a penalty period of up to 5 years.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for Aid and Attendance, you’ll need to fill out VA Form 21-2680 and mail it to the Pension Management Center (PMC) for your dad’s state. You’ll need to have your dad’s doctor fill out the examination information section. Or you can also apply in person at a VA regional office near your parents. For more information or to download application forms see VA.gov/ pension/aid-attendancehousebound. You can also call the VA at 800–827–1000 if you have questions. If you need some help, you can appoint a Veteran Service Officer (VSO), a

VA-accredited attorney or claims agent to represent your dad. See VA.gov/ogc/ apps/accreditation/index. asp to locate someone. If your dad is eligible, it can take months for his application to be processed, so be patient.

You should also know that if your dad’s Aid and Attendance application is approved, the VA will send a lump sum retroactive payment covering the time from the day you filed the application until the day it was approved. Then your dad receives monthly payments going forward. 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.

Seed libraries encourage a greener community

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The Pierce County Library System is helping to encourage a greener community by introducing new seed libraries at select locations throughout the county.

A seed library allows a community member to borrow seeds, grow them and harvest new seeds from mature plants to return to a participating library. Flower, herb and vegetable seeds welcomed. Whether a novice or a Master

Gardener, this passive program sows more than seeds. It creates connection and nurturing growth in every sprouted plant.

Call or visit a participating library for more info:

▶ Anderson Island Pierce County Library

11319 Yoman Rd. • 253-548-3536

Open every Wednesday yearround

▶ Fife Pierce County Library

6622 20th St. E. • 253-548-3323

Open until late summer/early fall

▶ Milton/Edgewood Pierce County Library

900 Meridian E., Suite 29, Milton • 253-548-3325

Open until late summer/early fall

▶ Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library

13718 Pacific Ave., S., Tacoma • 253-548-3304

Open until late summer/early fall

▶ Steilacoom Pierce County Library

2950 Steilacoom Blvd. • 253-5483313

Open until late summer/early fall

▶ Tillicum Pierce County Library

14916 Washington Ave. SW, Lakewood • 253-548-3314

Open until late summer/early fall

▶ University Place Pierce County Library

3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 • 253-548-3307

Open until late summer/early fall

Find more resources about horticulture and gardening in the Pacific Northwest at mypcls.org.

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Washington starts nationwide search for electric ferry builders

By TJ Martinell The Center Square

The Washington State Department of Transportation is moving forward with plans to have hybrid electric ferries built rather than ones run by diesel, which some say would allow the state agency to expand its fleet more quickly.

WSDOT aims to add five more hybrid electric ferries to its existing fleet by 2030, while at the same time transition that fleet toward electricity as part of a statewide clean energy effort. It recently announced a competitive bidding process that would allow shipyards from around the nation to submit proposals.

The decision to opt for hybrid electric over diesel ferries has proved somewhat contentious as WSDOT’s fleet continues to shrink; in 2023 alone there were more than 3,000 canceled sailings.

Gubernatorial candidates Bob Ferguson and Dave Reichert both say they would build diesel ferries, while Gov. Jay Inslee has referred to that as “braindead thinking.”

At a Monday press conference, WSDOT Assistant Secretary for State Ferries Steve Nevey said that “adding new vessels to our fleet is a key part of a multiprong approach to restoring service levels. We share the public’s urgency in bringing these new vessels on board as quickly as possible.”

WSDOT proposal comes as the result of House Bill 1846, which directed the

state agency to put out a bid allowing a shipyard to contract for up to five vessels. According to Nevey, two will be built in 2028, two more in 2029, and the final one completed in 2030. The vessels will have a 160-vehicle and 1,500-passenger capacity. The largest ferry class is the Jumbo Mark II, which can carry up to 202 vehicles and 2,499 passengers.

One of the bill’s provisions allows WSDOT to seek proposals from out-of-state bidders, a move House Transportation Chair Rep. Jake Fey, D-Tacoma, said at the press conference would “accelerate our work in trying to restore more important and reliable service that will have long lasting benefits for all the residents of the state of Washington.”

The bill also allows WSDOT contract with two shipbuilders at the same time.

Fey and other state officials at the press conference defended the decision to go with electric rather than diesel. When asked by a reporter why they couldn’t go with a current diesel design, Fey said “the whole build of the ferries is embedded in state law. The first delay [is] we do not have authority legislatively to build a diesel ferry at this point in time. We’d have to go back and change the legislation. It took the entire session in 2023 to reach an agreement.”

“We crafted this ferry very specifically,” he added. “We’d have to start that all over again. It’s not just simply substituting the engines.”

WSDOT Electrification Program Administrator Matt von Ruden said that they “could not replicate those [diesel] vessels” because the federal funding that was available previously for them is not there.”

In contrast, the five new hybrid electric ferries will be entirely funded by the state.

Washington lawmaker plans to resurrect California-style gas price-gouging

By Carleen Johnson The Center Square

In December 2022, the California State Legislature passed Senate Bill X1-2, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law in March 2023. The law went into effect on June 26, 2023.

The legislation is meant to root out what Newsom calls “illegal gouging by greedy oil companies.”

California’s law to combat price gouging is the first of its kind in the nation, but a Washington state lawmaker attempted to pass similar legislation this session –unsuccessfully – but may try again in 2025.

“We engaged with the Western States Petroleum Association on how we would craft that,” state Sen. Joe Nguyen, D-White Center, told The Center Square, “and would it make sense?”

According to Newsom’s website, California’s legislation would require daily market reports to expose price manipulation in real time. It also established a watchdog group called the Division of

Petroleum Market Oversight to monitor the industry.

California has the highest gas prices in the nation, averaging more than $5 per gallon as of Tuesday. The average is much higher in some parts of California, where it is more than $6 per gallon.

Nguyen's similar pricecontrol legislation would require the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission to gather detailed pricing, profit margin, and transaction data held by fuel suppliers, refinery operators, and others in the transportation fuels supply chain.

The UTC would then analyze

and report on that data – including retail fuel prices and the profits of the industry as a whole and major firms within it – to the governor, Legislature, and public.

“Candidly, I think our policy was probably more thoughtful because we had more buy-in,” Nguyen said.

So why didn’t the legislation go anywhere?

“It was a short session,” Nguyen explained. "The budget office needs are unlimited, and when you have a fiscal note that comes back in the tens of millions, it becomes a bit tricky.”

He said lawmakers would continue the conversation because the oil industry needs oversight.

“We are seeing irregular patterns of behavior [pricing] where it’s going up and down," he said.

According to AAA, Washington gas prices averaged $4.48 per gallon on Tuesday, with San Juan County paying $5.28 per gallon.

The national average is $3.52 per gallon as of June 4.

Andy Walz, president of Chevron Americas Product, wrote a letter to the California Energy Commission

bill

stating that the price-control law would deter investment in the region’s energy market.

Nguyen hit back at that assessment.

“I have no love lost for Chevron,” he said. “At the same time, they were doing record profits, they were also doing stock buybacks, so I would imagine a $48 billion stock buy-back from Chevron probably impacts fuel prices.”

Nguyen conceded these regulations are probably best handled by the Federal Trade Commission, not at the state level.

“The hardest part for us [Washington]is the [federal] Commerce Clause,” he said. “We cannot do something that would unduly benefit or burden a company in Washington state over another.”

Washington’s lack of refineries is also a factor, Nguyen noted.

“We’re very susceptible to shortages and maintenance issues because we only have a handful of refineries here,” he said.

Washington has five refineries: one in Blaine, one in Ferndale, two in Anacortes, and one in Tacoma.

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Document Title: Notice of Trustee’s Sale

Grantor: Eisenhower Carlson PLLC

Grantee: Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: Matthew Parsons; Sarah Parsons; Emily Schreiber-Sheets; and Lindsey Sheets

Current Trustee of Deed of Trust: Eisenhower Carlson PLLC Current Mortgage Servicer of Deed of Trust: N/A (No Servicer Used) Reference Number(s) of Deed of Trust: 202210210333 Legal

Description: PTN LOTS 12, 13, 14, 15 AND 16, BLK 56, MCCOY’S ADD TO TACOMA, W.T., VOL 2, PG 77; AND PTN LOTS 12, 13 AND 14, BLK 6, HOKOLD’S SUBDIV NO 4, VOL 19, PG 47

Tax Parcel Nos: 562500-2461; 5625002462; 453040-0921; 453040-0923; 453040-0931; 453040-0932

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE OF COMMERCIAL LOAN

Issued Pursuant to RCW 61.24.040

I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on July 12, 2024, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 2nd floor entrance, located at 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington: Parcel A: (562500-2461) Lots 12, 13, and the West half of Lot 14, Block 56, McCoy’s Addition to Tacoma, W.T., according to the plat recorded in Book 2, Page 77, in Pierce County, Washington. Except that portion conveyed to the City of Tacoma by Warranty Deed under Auditor No. 2924959. Parcel B: (5625002462) The East half of Lot 14, all of Lots 15 and 16, Block 56, McCoy’s Addition to Tacoma, W.T., according to the plat recorded in Book 2, Page 77, in Pierce County, Washington. Except that portion conveyed to the City of Tacoma by Warranty Deed recorded under Auditor No. 2924959. Also except that portion conveyed to City of Tacoma, recorded under Recording No. 202006170570. Also except that portion conveyed to City of Tacoma, recorded under Recording No. 202306130144. Parcel C: (4530400921) The Southerly 7.32 feet of Easterly 76.00 feet of Lot 12, and the Northerly 66.68 feet of Easterly 76.00 feet of Lot 13, Block 6, Hokold’s Subdivision No. 4, as per the plat thereof recorded in Volume 19 of Plats, Page 47, in Pierce County, Washington. Parcel D: (4530400923) The Southerly 7.32 feet of Westerly 44.00 feet of Lot 12, and the Northerly 66.68 feet of Westerly 44.00 feet of Lot 13, Block 6, Hokold’s Subdivision No. 4, as per the plat thereof recorded in Volume 19 of Plats, Page 47, in Pierce County, Washington. Parcel E: (4530400931) The Easterly 76.00 feet of Lot 14, measured along the North line, and the Southerly 8.32 feet of the Easterly 76.00 feet of Lot 13, Block 6, of Hokold’s Subdivision No. 4, as per the plat thereof recorded in Volume 19 of Plats, Page 47, in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Parcel F: (453040-0932) The Westerly 44.00 feet of the Southerly 8.32 feet of Lot 13, and the Westerly 44.00 feet of Lot 14, Block 6, of Hokold’s Subdivision No. 4, as per the plat thereof recorded in Volume 19 of Plats, Page 47, in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington the postal addresses of which are more commonly known as 7374 and 7368 S. Wilkeson St., Tacoma, WA 98408; 1423 E 64th St., Tacoma, WA 98408; and 1429 E 64th St., Tacoma, WA 98408, which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated October 19, 2022 and recorded on October 21, 2022 with the Pierce County Auditor under Recording No. 202210210333, records of Pierce County (referred to herein as “Deed of Trust”), from Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC, as Grantor, to Gary P. Schuetz - Attorney, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Matthew Parsons, Sarah Parsons, Emily Schreiber-Sheets, and Lindsey Sheets, collectively as Beneficiary.

II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust.

III. The default for which this foreclosure is made is as follows: Failure to pay the following past due amounts which are in arrears:

1) All outstanding principal as of March 25, 2024: $560,000.00

2) All accrued interest as of March 25, 2024 $63,327.10 (per diem of $371.16)

3) Late fees: $0.00

4) Other Charges: $15,813.85

TOTAL PAST DUE PAYMENTS:

$639,140.95

IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal of $560,000.00 together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from October 19, 2022, 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. The sale will be made without warranty, express

or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on July 12, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by July 1, 2024 (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 July 1, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in Paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated by the Grantor any time after July 1, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, interest, late charges, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligations and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI.

A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower, Grantor, and/or Guarantor at the following addresses by both first class and certified mail, on December 19, 2023, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee:

Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC

(Grantor/Borrower)

P.O. Box 20772

Seattle, WA 98102

Chandra Lacy (Guarantor)

P.O. Box 20772

Seattle, WA 98102

Daniel Yi (Guarantor)

P.O. Box 20772

Seattle, WA 98102

Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC

(Grantor/Borrower), or Occupant (“Occupant”) 1429 E 64th St. Tacoma, WA 98408

Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC (Grantor/Borrower), or Occupant (“Occupant”) 1423 E 64th St. Tacoma, WA 98408

Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC (Grantor/Borrower), or Occupant (“Occupant”)

7368 S Wilkeson St. Tacoma, WA 98408

Urban Lifestyle 10, LLC (Grantor/Borrower), or Occupant (“Occupant”) 7374 S Wilkeson St. Tacoma, WA 98408

The written Notice of Default was also posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above on December 19, 2023. The Trustee has in Trustee’s possession proof of such service/posting.

VII.

The Trustee, whose name and address is 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 Grantor, of all their interest in the above-described property.

IX.

Anyone having any objection to the 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 Trustee’s sale.

X.

Notice to Occupants or Tenants

The purchaser at the trustee’ sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchase has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW.

The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and non-residential tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and non-residential tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For residential tenantoccupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Residential tenant-occupied property means property comprised solely of a singlefamily residence, or a condominium, cooperative, or other dwelling unit in a multiplex or other building containing fewer than five residential units. XI.

Notice to Guarantors

If this Notice is being mailed or directed to any Guarantor, said Guarantor should be advised that: (1) the Guarantor may be liable for a deficiency judgment to the extent the sale price obtained at the trustee’s sale is less than the debt secured by the deed of trust; (2) the Guarantor has the same rights to reinstate the debt, cure the default, or repay the debt as is given to the grantor in order to avoid the

trustee’s sale; (3) the Guarantor will have no right to redeem the property after the trustee’s sale; (4) subject to such longer periods as are provided in the Washington deed of trust act, chapter 61.24 RCW, any action brought to enforce a guaranty must be commenced within one year after the trustee’s sale, or the last trustee’s sale under any deed of trust granted to secure the same debt; and (5) in any action for a deficiency, the Guarantor will have the right to establish the fair value of the property as of the date of the trustee’s sale, less prior liens and encumbrances, and to limit its liability for a deficiency to the difference between the debt and the greater of such fair value or the sale price paid at the trustee’s sale, plus interest and costs. DATED this 27th day of March, 2024. EISENHOWER CARLSON PLLC Successor

Trustee By:/s/ Darren R. Krattli Darren R. Krattli, Member Address: 909 A St., Suite 600 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: (253) 572-4500 STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE ))) ss. This record was acknowledged before me on March 27, 2024 by DARREN R. KRATTLI as a MEMBER of EISENHOWER CARLSON PLLC. Dated this 27th day of March, 2024. /s/ Rathana Vannarath Name: Rathana Vannarath Notary Public in and for the State of Washington, residing at: Tacoma My Commission Expires: 01/03/2028 Published in the Dispatch June 12 & July 3, 2024 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON June 18, 2024 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253-262-2869. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch June 12, 2024 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of GILLIAN ANDREWS, Deceased. NO. 24-4-03802-4 SEA

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 12, 2024 ADMINISTRATOR: Kimberly Jane Raymond 959 Nile Ave. NE Renton, WA 98059 ATTORNEY FOR ADMINISTRATOR: Mitchell Aoki CMS Law Firm LLC. 811 Kirkland Avenue, Suite 201 Kirkland, WA 98033 206.659.1512

COURT OF PROBATE PROCEEDINGS: King County Superior Court CASE NUMBER: 24-4-03802-4 SEA Published in the Dispatch June 12, 19 & 26, 2024

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR PIERCE COUNTY In Re the Matter of the Estate of: ERIKA ALEXANDRA KLUGE a/k/a ERIKA ALEXANDRA KLUGE SCHENKL, Deceased. NO. 24-4-01312-4 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the administrator or the administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with the Clerk of Court: 5-31-24 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: 6-524 ALEXANDRA F. MALIK (KNAUF)

Personal Representative of the Estate of ERIKA ALEXANDRA KLUGE a/k/a ERIKA ALEXANDRA KLUGE SCHENKL JAMES F. CHRISTNACHT, WSBA 14726 2554 Locust Ave. W. Suite E Tacoma, WA 98466 (253) 565-0270 Published

in the Dispatch June 5, 12 & 19, 2024 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR PIERCE COUNTY In Re the Matter of the Estates of: JOHN W. GREEN and ALGIE M. GREEN, Both Deceased. NO. 24-401077-0 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of these estates. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with the Clerk of Court: 5-21-24

DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: 5-2924 REYNELDA SOLITAIRE Personal Representative of the Estate of JOHN W. GREEN and ALGIE M. GREEN JAMES F. CHRISTNACHT PLLC ATTORNEY AT LAW 2554 Locust Ave W. Suite E University Place , WA 98466 PHONE 253/565-0270 Published in the Dispatch May 29, June 5 & 12, 2024

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: NORMAN J. HOPPE Deceased. NO. 24-4-01106-7

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this timeframe, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to the claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FILING: 05/29/2024 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: 06/05/2024 DATED this 30 day of May, 2024. JOHN D. HOPPE

Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Facsimile: (253) 507-5713 Published in the Dispatch June 5, 12 & 19, 2024

Loan No: **3618 TS No: 23-10005 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 RCW

Grantor: Duane D. Morken and Juanita A. Morken Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of Dwelling Series III Trust Current Mortgage Servicer for the Deed of Trust: SN Servicing Corporation Current Trustee for the Deed of Trust: MICHELLE R. GHIDOTTI, ESQ. Trustee’s address is 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236, Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 (206) 331-3280 Trustee’s agent for service is Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, whose address is 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236 Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 Phone: (206) 525-1925 If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: 200701221088 Parcel Number(s): 584400-056-0 Abbr. Legal Description: LOT 56, MIE VALLEY DIV. 1 THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and 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: 1-877-894-HOME(1-877-8944663) . Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/ consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The

United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Web site: http://www. hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm ?webListAction=search&searchstate=W A&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on 7/12/2024, at 10:00 AM at At the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA 98402 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: LOT 56, MIE VALLEY DIVISION 1, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 42 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 51 AND 52, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 15217 16TH AVENUE EAST TACOMA, WA 98445 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 1/16/2007, recorded 1/22/2007, under Auditor’s File No. 200701221088, in Book —, Page — records of Pierce County, Washington, from Duane D. Morken And Juanita A. Morken, Husband And Wife, as Grantor(s), to Stewart Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Homecomings Financial, LLC (F/K/A Homecomings Financial Network, Inc.), its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of Dwelling Series III Trust. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. 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: PAYMENT INFORMATION: FROM THRU - NO.PMTAMOUNT TOTAL: 7/1/2022 - 10/31/2022 - 4 - $1,295.07 $5,180.28. 11/1/2022 - 16 $1,241.76 - $19,868.16. LATE CHARGE INFORMATION: FROM THRU NO. LATE CHARGES TOTAL 7/1/2022 10/31/2022 0 $0.00 11/1/2022 0 $0.00 BENEFICIARY’S ADVANCES, COSTS AND EXPENSES: DESCRIPTION ADVANCE AMOUNT: 1/22/2024 FORECLOSURE FEES $2,442.04 1/22/2024 UTILITES $545.94 1/22/2024 LATE CHARGES $654.48 2/29/2024 Miscellaneous $2,815.00 ESTIMATED FORECLOSURE FEES & COSTS: 10/24/2023 Trustee’s Fees $577.50 10/25/2023 NOD Posting Fee $125.00 10/25/2023 Recording Fees $36.00 10/25/2023 T.S.G. Fee $680.00 01/22/2024 Mailing Service Fee $126.36 TOTAL DUE AS OF: 2/29/2024 $33,050.76 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $155,593.07, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from 6/1/2022, 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. The sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 7/12/2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/1/2024, (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 7/1/2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/1/2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower, or Grantor or any Guarantors 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 Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s) at the following address(es):

NAME ADDRESS: Duane D. Morken

15217 16TH AVENUE EAST TACOMA, Washington 98445 Juanita A. Morken 15217 16TH AVENUE EAST TACOMA, Washington 98445 by both first class and certified mail on 1/23/2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 1/23/2024 the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place 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 Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants 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 tenantoccupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If you are a servicemember or a dependent of a servicemember, you may be entitled to certain protections under the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and any comparable state laws regarding the risk of foreclosure. If you believe you may be entitled to these protections, please contact our office immediately. Additional disclaimers provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. Service of Process should be sent to: Michelle Ghidotti, Esq., c/o Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236, Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 and faxed to (949) 427-2732. If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280. SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: (916) 939-0772 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ) DATED: 02/29/2024 Michelle Ghidotti, Esq. 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236 Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 Phone: (206) 331-3280 Fax: (949) 427-2732 Michelle R. Ghidotti, Esq., as Trustee, A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document, to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of California ) )ss County of Orange) On 03/5/2024 before me, Brittany Chappelle Armstrong, Notary Public personally appeared Michelle Ghidotti-Gonsalves, Esq who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/ are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/ they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/ her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature Brittany Chappelle Armstrong (Seal) BRITTANY CHAPPELLE ARMSTRONG Notary Public - California Riverside County Commission # 2470329 My Comm. Expires Dec 6, 2027 NPP0457808 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 06/12/2024, 07/03/2024

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE Case No. 24-207135-6 EX PARTE ORDER GRANTING SERVICE BY PUBLICATION ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC f/k/a QUICKEN LOANS, LLC, Plaintiff, v. KATHERINE L. HAMBRECHT and JEFFREY E. JONES, Defendants, This Court, having considered ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC f/k/a QUICKEN LOANS, LLC (“Plaintiff”) Motion for Service by Publication as to Defendants KATHERINE L. HAMBRECHT and JEFFREY E. JONES (“Defendants”), the supporting Memorandum of Points and Authorities, the Declaration of Kimberly Hood in Support of Motion for Service by Publication, and other good cause appearing, hereby orders: That service of the Summons in this action be made on Defendants by publication once a week for six consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in Pierce County. If a service address for Defendants is ascertained before expiration of the time prescribed herein for publication of the Summons, a copy of the Summons, Complaint, and this Order

shall be mailed to Defendant forthwith. IT IS SO ORDERED. Dated: 5/28/24

JUDGE/COURT COMMISSIONER OF THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON Presented by: ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP /s/ Kimberly Hood KIMBERLY HOOD, WSBA No. 42903 Tel: (206) 707-9603 Fax: (619) 590-1385 E-mail: khood@aldridgepite.com Attorneys for Plaintiff ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC f/k/a QUICKEN LOANS, LLC A-4817964

06/05/2024, 06/12/2024, 06/19/2024, 06/26/2024, 07/03/2024, 07/10/2024

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF PIERCE In the Matter of the Estate of ARLA FAITH LEWIS, Deceased. NO. 24-4000413 NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW

11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of 1) thirty (30) days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or 2) four (4) months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: May 29, 2024.

CYDNEY REGINA NIXON Presented By: STAMPER RUBENS, P.S. STEVEN O. ANDERSON, WSBA #34572 Attorney for the Estate ARLA FAITH LEWIS West 720 Boone, Suite 200 Spokane, WA 99201

Published in the Dispatch May 29, June 5 & 12, 2024

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, PIERCE COUNTY

The ESTATE OF ROGER D. IRLE, by and through its Personal Representative CAROLYN WRIGHT, Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF RUTH ELIZABETH IRLE DAVIES, deceased, and the Heirs of RUTH ELIZABETH IRLE DAVIES. Defendants. NO. 24-2-06230-6 SUM -

MONS TO: Defendants, THE ESTATE OF RUTH ELIZABETH IRLE DAVIES, deceased, and the Heirs of RUTH ELIZABETH IRLE DAVIES A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled Court by the above-named Plaintiff. Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this Summons.

In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by stating your defense in writing, and serve a copy upon the undersigned attorney for the Plaintiff within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service, if served within the State of Washington, and sixty (60) days if served out of the State of Washington, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where the Plaintiff is entitled to what he asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a Notice of Appearance on the undersigned attorney, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered. You may demand that the Plaintiff file this lawsuit with the Court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the plaintiff. Within fourteen (14) days after you serve the demand, the Plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the Court, or the service on you of this Summons and Complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written 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. DATED this 27th day of February 2024. STAMPER RUBENS, P.S.: STEVEN O. ANDERSON, WSBA #34572 Attorney for Plaintiff 720 W. Boone, Suite 200 Spokane, WA 99201 Phone: 509-326-4800 Fax: 509326-4891 Published in the Dispatch May 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2024

The State of Washington, Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is acquiring property and/or property rights for the SR 161 Unnamed Tributary to South Creek - Remove Fish Barrier 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 done to assure that the rights of individual property owners and the right of all the taxpayers of the State are equally protected. The final action at which the State as condemnor will decide whether or not to authorize the condemnation of the property will take place at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 by teleconference. The property owner may provide input for the State to consider at this meeting. Please provide any input to Olympic Region Real Estate Services Manager prior to the meeting. Contact Information:

Phone: (360) 357-2729

Email: Cyndi.Booze@wsdot.wa.gov

Mailing Address: Washington State Department of Transportation

Attn: Real Estate Services Manager P.O. Box 47440 Olympia, WA 98504-7440

Assessed Owner: Muhammad Shahzad 11119 282nd St E Graham, WA 983388794

Property Location: N and adjacent to 27721 Meridian E / SR161, Graham, WA 98338 Tax Parcel: 0418342016

Brief Legal description: PTN SW 1/4 NW 1/4 SEC 34 TWP 18N RNG 4E; Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. Published in the Dispatch June 12 & 19, 2024

TS No WA08000193-23-1 TO No 2409895WAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: MICHAEL LEE AND KIMBERLY LEE, HUSBAND AND WIFE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Ally Bank Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: COMMONWEALTH Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Cenlar FSB Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 200712140710 Parcel Number: 7001780210 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that on July 12, 2024, 10:00 AM, at the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA, 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: LOT 21 OF FALLING WATER, DIVISION 1, PHASE 1 A P.D.D., AS PER PLAT RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 200409295004, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR; SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 7001780210 More commonly known as 12304 182ND AVENUE EAST, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98391 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated December 10, 2007, executed by MICHAEL LEE AND KIMBERLY LEE, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as designated nominee for CMG MORTGAGE, INC., Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded December 14, 2007 as Instrument No. 200712140710 and the beneficial interest was assigned to ALLY BANK and recorded April 8, 2019 as Instrument Number 201904080590 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Ally Bank, 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 July 25, 2023 To March 6, 2024 Number of Payments 1

$18,461.07 Total $18,461.07 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION July 25, 2023 March 6, 2024 $120.00 $120.00 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: December 10, 2007 Note Amount

$321,600.00 Interest Paid To: June 25, 2023 Next Due Date: July 25, 2023 Current Beneficiary: Ally Bank Contact Phone No: 1-877-909-9416 Address: 425 Phillips Blvd, Ewing, NJ 08628 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $195,316.00, 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 July 12, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by July 1, 2024, (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 July 1, 2024 (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 July 1, 2024 (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, Ally Bank or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es):

ADDRESS KIMBERLY LEE 12304 182ND AVENUE EAST, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98391 KIMBERLY LEE 12304 182nd Ave E, Sumner, WA 98391 KIMBERLY LEE 12304 East 182nd Avenue, Bonney Lake, WA 98391 KIMBERLY LEE 9902 216TH AVE E PMB28, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98391 MICHAEL LEE 12304 182ND AVENUE EAST, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98391 MICHAEL LEE 12304 182nd Ave E, Sumner, WA 98391 MICHAEL LEE 12304 East 182nd Avenue, Bonney Lake, WA 98391 MICHAEL LEE 9902 216TH AVE E PMB28, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98391 by both first class and certified mail on February 5, 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 February 5, 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 45-day 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 assess 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: March 06, 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 100735, Pub Dates: 06/12/2024, 07/03/2024, EATONVILLE DISPATCH

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE VALLEY WATER DISTRICT, a Washington municipal corporation, Plaintiff, vs. CHAD LAWSON, a single person, Defendant. NO. 24-2-07057-1 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO DEFENDANT: CHAD LAWSON, a single person You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty (60) days after the day of May 8, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled Court, and answer the Complaint of Valley Water District, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for Valley Water District, at his (or their) office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of said Court. The object of the above entitled action and the relief sought to be obtained therein is fully set forth in said Complaint, and is briefly stated as follows: foreclosure of water lien. Date of first publication: May 8, 2024. DATED this 1st day

of May, 2024. INSLEE, BEST, DOEZIE & RYDER, P.S. By s/ Christopher W. Pirnke Christopher W. Pirnke, WSBA #44378 10900 NE 4th Street, Suite 1500 Bellevue, WA 98004 Tel: (425) 455-1234

Email: cpirnke@insleebest.com Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch May 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5 & 12, 2024

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE VALLEY WATER DISTRICT, a Washington municipal corporation, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL NORMAN, a single person, Defendant. NO. 24-2-07059-7 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO DEFENDANT: MICHAEL NORMAN, a single person You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty (60) days after the day of May 8, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled Court, and answer the Complaint of Valley Water District, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for Valley Water District, at his (or their) office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of said Court.

The object of the above entitled action and the relief sought to be obtained therein is fully set forth in said Complaint, and is briefly stated as follows: foreclosure of water lien. Date of first publication: May 8, 2024. DATED this 1st day of May, 2024. INSLEE, BEST, DOEZIE & RYDER, P.S. By s/ Christopher W. Pirnke Christopher W. Pirnke, WSBA #44378 10900 NE 4th Street, Suite 1500 Bellevue, WA 98004 Tel: (425) 455-1234 Email: cpirnke@insleebest.com Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch May 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5 & 12, 2024

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 3302 City of Puyallup, Washington On the 4th day of June, 2024, the City Council of the City of Puyallup passed Ordinance No. 3302. A summary of the content of said Ordinance, consisting of the title, is provided as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY PUYALLUP AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF PUYALLUP MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TITLE 3 REVENUE AND FINANCE AND TITLE 20 ZONING, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 3.72.020, 20.20.040, 20.25.0215, 20.25.040, 20.26.300, AND 20.55.010. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.

DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: June 5, 2024 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: June 4, 2024

PUBLISHED: June 12, 2024 - Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch EFFECTIVE DATE: June 17, 2024 ORDINANCE NO.: 3302

TO: NATALIE BOGNAR and DUSTIN MORTON

You are notified that petitions under cause numbers 24-7-00955-32 and 247-00956-32 were filed with this court alleging that the court should establish a Title 13 RCW guardianship and appoint a guardian for RENEE MORTON DOB: 05/04/22 and MELODY MORTONBOGNAR DOB: 12/20/19. A petition for Order Appointing Title 13 RCW guardian, if granted, could result in substantial restrictions to the rights of the parent(s), guardian(s) or legal custodian(s).

Notice: If your child is placed in out-ofhome care, you may be held responsible for the support of the child. The court has scheduled a hearing on: July 15, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. (25 days from the date of first publication), before the Honorable Judge Jeremy Schmidt, at: Spokane Juvenile Court, Courtroom 3, 902 N. Adams, Spokane, WA 99260.or at Commisioner: Spokane Juvenile Court, Courtroom 3, 902 N. Adams, Spokane, WA 99260. The Date of First Publication of Service: June 5, 2024. The purpose of the hearing is to hear and consider evidence relating to the petition. You should be present at this hearing.

If you do not appear, the court may enter an order in your absence establishing a Title 13 RCW guardianship and appointing a guardian

Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 5, 12 & 19, 2024

Open-carry now banned in WA transit stations, libraries, zoos

By Carleen Johnson The Center Square

A new Washington gun law takes effect Thursday which prohibits open carry of firearms in libraries, transit facilities, zoos, and more.

It also prohibits the open carry of knives and other weapons in those locations.

Gun rights enthusiasts say the bill tramples on the rights of law abiding gun owners.

SB 5444 was sponsored by Sen. Javier Valdez, D-Seattle, who testified on the bill during a January public hearing of the Senate Law and Justice Committee.

“Our public needs to know that we are taking every step we can to keep them safe from gun violence," he said.

Liz Hjelmseth with Moms Demand Action testified in support of the bill.

“When my daughter was a toddler we used to go to this park in Bellingham that had a great play structure that was shaped like a boat," said Hjelmseth.

“One day a man showed up, he didn’t have a child with him, but he was open carrying a gun. The parents became concerned and asked him if he could please move on or leave," she said. "He refused and the police were called. There was an argument and he was arrested."

Hjelmseth continued, "Fast forward and I’m at the Bellingham Public Library and I’m going to give a class on how to talk to children about guns. I open up the door to let the parents in and there’s that man again opencarrying, but this time he has 5 friends with him, all open-carrying."

After the talk she claims the group surrounded her in a threatening way.

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Walla Walla County Sheriff Mark Crider testified against the bill.

“It’s almost unenforceable," he said. "This law has been tried and tested in several other states across the nation and it has been routinely shot down by the courts. It’s a waste of taxpayer money."

Wade Gaughran of Wade’s Eastside Guns also testified in opposition.

“As we know by definition, criminals don’t obey any law, especially murderous criminals and this law is just another ‘look at us, see we’re doing something’," he said. "You are doing something. You’re infringing on the rights of law abiding citizens all over this state.”

Gaughran expressed concern about banning open-carry in transit stations.

“I live on the eastside and the transit centers can be very dangerous, buses can be very dangerous," he said.

Kirk Evans, president of Texas based U.S. Law Shield tells The Center Square, the transit station and bus stop ban on open-carry, could lead to people unknowingly violating the new ban.

“The law applies to transit stations, but not to the buses or trains that pull into those stations,” said Evans. “Then the question becomes how do you get to or from that transit vehicle without going through an area that now bans open carry?”

The law does not apply to concealed carry with a permit. But you can’t carry openly whether you have a permit or not in the newly banned locations.

Violations of the new open-carry ban are considered a gross misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment up to 364 days, a fine not to exceed $5,000, or both imprisonment and a fine.

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Messing with strawberries

by Lynda Balslev

This dessert encourages you to mess with your food. In fact, precision is not advised. In other words, it's my kind of dessert.

The recipe is inspired by an Eton Mess, which is a British concoction that has an origin story involving a cake, a dog and, well, a mess. You might see where this is going.

The story begins with a traditional pavlova dessert, which is an airy, ethereal meringue layered with billows of whipped cream, crowned with a mound of glistening berries and dusted with powdery sugar. This festive, dreamy dessert was prepared to celebrate a cricket match at England's prestigious Eton School in the 1920s. However, a Labrador retriever — doing what Labradors do — discovered the cake first and squashed it. In keeping with the social norm and never crying over spilt milk (or smashed cakes, as it were), a transformative moment of culinary pivoting ensued, sparking the creation of a jumbled mishmash of whipping cream, crushed fruit and crumbled meringue — and heralding a (new) popular dessert for all times, affectionately labeled a mess.

This summery dessert is simple and fun to make —

you do get to smash things, after all. The strawberries are traditional, but raspberries or a mix of berries can also be used. Note that it's best to serve the dessert immediately after preparing. If you would like to stabilize it, replace 1/2 cup cream

with 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese. Whip the cream first, then mix in the mascarpone before adding the remaining ingredients. Refrigerate the prepared dessert for up to three hours. For the meringues, feel free to use store-bought mini-

meringues or meringue kisses, which can be found in well-stocked markets.

STRAWBERRY ETON MESS

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Yield: Serves 6

▶ 1 pound fresh strawberries

▶ 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided

▶ 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus more for garnish

▶ 1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream

▶ 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

▶ 1 to 1 1/4 cups coarsely crumbled vanilla meringues

Set aside 3 unblemished strawberries. Hull and quarter the remaining berries. Place half of the strawberries in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon sugar. Gently press with a fork to coarsely mash. Add the remaining berries and the lemon zest and stir to combine.

Whip the cream in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until it begins to thicken. Add 2 tablespoons sugar and the vanilla and continue to beat until soft peaks form. Fold in the meringues and berries. Spoon into individual serving glasses or small bowls. Top with a half strawberry and garnish with additional lemon zest. Serve immediately.

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

Search for next Seattle police chief is underway

By Spencer Pauley

The Center Square

Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz has resigned from his position, with former King County Sheriff Sue Rahr taking over temporarily as the search for a permanent police chief is underway.

According to Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s office, the city’s charter has specific requirements set regarding the hiring of a police chief. A competitive examination will be held to find three finalists for the position. Harrell will then select the next permanent chief and the city council will have to

confirm the selection.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the move on Wednesday, stating that Diaz “will be stepping aside to work on special

assignments.” This comes after Diaz was accused of grooming and harassment by four female Seattle Police Department officers, who

filed a $5 million tort claim of damages against the city earlier this month.

The national search is already underway for the next permanent police chief. Harrell’s office told The Center Square that he “hopes to appoint [someone] by the end of the year.” Rahr and former Seattle Police Chief Kathleen O’Toole are joining in the process of identifying qualified candidates for consideration.

Harrell will appoint a public committee to review semi-finalists and recommend candidates for the city charter-required

competitive examination. A public committee appointed by the mayor will review the semi-finalists and recommend to the mayor which ones should be advanced for the charterrequired competitive examination. Harrell will administer the examination and select a candidate to appoint, which will then be sent to city council for confirmation.

The Seattle Mayor’s Office told The Center Square that there will be a public engagement process, “but at this early stage of the search process it is not determined what that will look like.”

Photo by Lynda Balslev