Dispatch News 7-10-2024 by Pacific Publishing Company

By Merrick Parnell Contributing Writer

PNW Native Lacrosse’s mission: Respecting and teaching the game Report: Shortage of rentals — and red tape — pricing out state’s tenants

PNW Native Lacrosse, based in Pierce County, strives to empower Native communities through its programs and initiatives.

The organization states: "Our vision is to foster a future where lacrosse is not just a sport but a catalyst for empowerment among Native youth."

The group aims to use lacrosse to improve participants' physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.

JD Elquist oversees the program and coaches the Bellarmine boys high school lacrosse team, in addition to coaching with the Puget Sound University Lacrosse Club.

PNW Native Lacrosse offers programs to support Native youth and preserve cultural traditions through lacrosse in Pierce County. The organization provides youth clinics to introduce Native youth to lacrosse through basic skill training like passing and shooting. These sessions also incorporate cultural activities such as storytelling and traditional crafts, emphasizing physical fitness, teamwork, and mental resilience.

LACROSSE COMPETITIONS Regarding competitions and tournaments, PNW Native Lacrosse organizes opportunities for Native teams, including forming an all-Native lacrosse team for regional and national tournaments. They also host intertribal tournaments to foster community spirit and friendly competition. Additionally, PNW Native Lacrosse conducts Cultural

Exchange Programs to educate players and community members

about tribal traditions related to lacrosse. They collaborate with local schools, tribal communities, and cultural organizations to highlight the sport's cultural significance. Mentorship programs are also provided to

By Carleen Johnson | The Center Square

A new report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition, or NLIHC, finds most workers in Washington are spending so much on rent, they are priced out of saving for an eventual down payment on a home of their own.

The report found Washington has the fifth highest rental costs compared to wages in the nation.

A renter needs to earn more than $40 an hour to afford a two-bedroom home or apartment for rent, but the average renter in Washington makes just under $29 an hour.

A person making minimum wage would have to work 99 hours a week to afford that rental property, according to the NLIHC report, and pay other bills like food and transportation.

The state's average fair market rent for a two-bedroom apartment is $2,097, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

It's even more in King County: $2,645.

According to NLIHC, a growing number of renters are spending more than half of their income on housing, which often means forgoing some necessities like healthy food and medical care.

Low-income housing advocates pressed lawmakers during the legislative session to cap rental increases, but a bill to do that didn't make it past the committee stage.

Every Republican and several Democrats rejected the bill, arguing it could have unintended consequences on the housing market, discourage construction of much needed new housing and push landlords out of business, further straining the market.

According to the Building Industry Association of Washington, the high cost of rent in the state is making it extremely difficult for people to save enough for a down payment on a home.

BIAW President Jay Roberts told The Center Square the problem boils down to "the overregulation of everything."

Roberts pointed to the Washington State Energy Code as an example.

"We're getting ready to take on the 2021 International Energy Code," said Roberts. "That includes codes for building a house from front to back. Any state can meet or exceed those codes and the state of Washington exceeds those codes significantly."

Roberts says impact fees are another burden.

"In some parts of the state before you can get a permit to build you pay up to $75,000 in impact fees," he explained.

Construction costs and expensive regulations

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PNW Native Lacrosse coach JD Elquist.

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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.

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.

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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 hire a caregiver for in-home help

Dear Savvy Senior, I need to hire a good in-home caregiver to help my elderly father who lives alone. What’s the best way to do this?

— Searching Sarah

Dear Sarah,

Finding a good in-home caregiver for an elderly parent is not always easy. How can you find one that’s reliable and trustworthy, as well as someone your parent likes and is comfortable with? Here are some tips that can help.

KNOW HIS NEEDS

Before you start the task of looking for an in-home caregiver, your first step is to determine the level of care your dad needs.

For example, if he only needs help with daily living tasks like shopping, cooking, doing laundry, bathing or dressing, a “homemaker” or “personal care aide” will do. But if he needs health care services, there are “home health aides” that may do all the things a homemaker does, plus they also have training in administering medications, changing wound dressings and other medically related duties. Home health aides often work under a nurse’s supervision.

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Once you settle on a level of care, you then need to decide how many hours of assistance he’ll need. For example, does your dad need someone to come in just a few mornings a week to cook, clean, run errands or perhaps help him with a bath? Or does he need more continuous care that requires daily visits?

After you determine his needs, there are two ways in which you can go about hiring someone. Either through an agency, or you can hire someone directly on your own.

HIRING THROUGH AN AGENCY

Hiring a personal care or home health aide through an agency is the safest and easiest option, but it’s more expensive. Costs typically run anywhere between $15 and $30 an hour depending on where you live and the qualification of the aide. How it works is you pay the agency, and they handle everything including an assessment of your mom’s needs, assigning appropriately trained and pre-screened staff to care for her, and finding a fill-in on days her aide cannot come.

Some of the drawbacks, however, are that you may not have much input into the selection of the caregiver, and the caregivers may change or

nurture lacrosse skills and personal growth among young participants. Looking ahead, PNW Native Lacrosse plans to expand Youth Clinics to more tribal communities in the Pacific Northwest. They also aim to preserve lacrosse history through oral history recordings and workshops on traditional stick crafting. These initiatives are geared towards strengthening community bonds, celebrating cultural heritage, and empowering Native youth through lacrosse.

MAKING AN IMPACT

The PNW Native Lacrosse program has garnered acclaim within the lacrosse community in Pierce County and the region. Tim Luce, a member of the local lacrosse media in the Northwest and an announcer for several local Pierce County High School teams, including Rogers and Graham-

alternate, which can cause a disruption.

To find a home care agency in your dad’s area use search engines like Google or Bing and type in “home health care” or “non-medical home care” followed by the city and state your dad lives in. You can also use Medicare’s search tool at Medicare.gov/care-compare – click on “home health services.” Most home health agencies offer some form of non-medical home care services too. You also need to know that original Medicare does not cover in-home caregiving services unless your dad is receiving doctor ordered skilled nursing or therapy services at home

Kapowsin, has expressed admiration for PNW Lacrosse.

"I believe and appreciate what he's doing to revive Indigenous culture within lacrosse. This reminds us that this game is medicine, the creator's gift to all, and the heritage it was built on should be remembered, respected, and carried on for generations," Luce said.

Regarding the organization's leadership, Luce added: "Personally, it's refreshing to see a man making a difference and positively impacting his community. In a world where it seems few take the initiative, JD Elquist goes above and beyond."

NATIVE EMPOWERMENT

PNW Native Lacrosse strongly advocates empowering Native communities in Pierce County and beyond. By blending lacrosse with cultural activities, promoting community spirit, and reaching out across the Pacific Northwest,

too. But, if your dad is in a certain Medicare Advantage plan, or is low-income and qualifies for Medicaid, he may be eligible for some coverage.

HIRING DIRECTLY

Hiring an independent caregiver on your own is the other option, and it’s less expensive. Costs typically range between $12 and $25 per hour. Hiring directly also gives you more control over who you hire so you can choose someone who you feel is right for your dad. But be aware that if you do hire someone on your own, you become the employer so there’s no agency support to fall back

PNW Native Lacrosse teaches essential skills and supports the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of Native youth. Their dedication to preserving lacrosse history and celebrating Indigenous culture has earned them praise from local supporters like Tim

on if a problem occurs or if the aide doesn’t show up. You’re also responsible for paying payroll taxes and any worker-related injuries that may happen. If you choose this option, make sure you check the aide’s references thoroughly and do a criminal background check at companies like eNannySource.com.

To find someone use an elder-care matching service like Care.com or CareLinx. com, which both provide basic background checks. 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.

Luce, highlighting their significant role in fostering unity and pride among Native communities. As PNW Native Lacrosse continues to expand and innovate, it remains committed to using sports to bring positive change and preserve cultural heritage.

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.

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RECIPE: CORNY PIZZA

By Lynda Balslev

This pizza is inspired by Mexican street corn. It's prepared on the grill, which not only keeps the heat outdoors, but lends crucial charred flavor to the crust.

Grill the corn ears first to develop their flavor and start the charring process. When fresh corn is in season, the kernels are crisp, juicy and milky-sweet. Grilling transforms them, softening and amplifying their sweetness, while tempering the sugars with char and smoke. Once grilled, cut the kernels from the cobs and set aside with the pizza toppings. The remaining toppings round out the street corn theme with poblano chiles, onions, crumbled cotija cheese and a drizzle of spicy lime crema.

There are a few tips to grilling pizza. Ideally, use a pizza stone. Whether you use a grill or oven, a pizza stone is a terrific way to transmit the heat evenly to the bottom of the pizza. Have all your toppings prepped in advance, so that once the dough is rolled out, the pizza can be quickly assembled.

When building your pizza, don't overload the toppings. Too many toppings will weigh the crust down, produce moisture and result in undesirable sogginess. If you have a pizza peel, use it to slide the pizza on and off the stone. A rimless baking sheet will also do the trick.

For the crust, there is no shame in using a store-bought prepared dough ball. There are many good-quality doughs available in the freezer section

of well-stocked markets. A recipe is provided below if you prefer to make your own from scratch. If you do, then make a double portion and freeze the extra for easy future access.

MEXICAN STREET CORN PIZZA

Active time: 45 minutes

Total time: 45 minutes

Yield: Makes one large pizza

Sauce:

• 3/4 cup sour cream

• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus the finely grated zest of 1/2 lime

• 1/4 teaspoon Mexican hot sauce

• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Pizza:

• 2 ears fresh corn, husked

• Extra-virgin olive oil

• Kosher salt

• 1 prepared pizza dough ball, about 1 pound, defrosted if frozen, room temperature

• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

• 1 cup (packed) coarsely grated

Monterey Jack cheese

• 1 small poblano pepper, seeded, chopped

• 1/4 cup chopped red onion

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese

• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions (white and pale green parts)

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

1. Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Refrigerate until use.

2. Lightly brush the corn with oil and season with salt. Grill over direct

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medium-high heat until crisp-tender and charred in spots, about 8 minutes, turning as needed. Remove and cool to the touch, then cut the kernels from the cobs.

3. Heat a pizza stone over indirect high heat for at least 10 minutes.

4. Stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle or your desired shape. Dust a pizza peel or rimless baking sheet with flour. Transfer the dough to the peel or the pan.

5. Brush the crust with oil, leaving a 3/4-inch border clear. Sprinkle the red pepper flakes over it and lightly season with salt. Sprinkle the Monterey Jack cheese over the pizza.

6. Scatter the corn, poblano and red onion over the cheese. Season with black pepper.

7. Slide the pizza onto the pizza stone, close the grill lid, and cook until the crust is crisp and golden brown and the toppings are lightly charred, 15 to 17 minutes, rotating the pizza once for even cooking.

8. Slide the pizza off the stone, transfer to a cutting board and immediately brush the rim of the crust with oil. Lightly drizzle the pizza with some of the sauce. Sprinkle the cotija cheese, scallions and cilantro over the pizza. Cut into wedges and serve with the remaining sauce for dipping.

Pizza Dough

Active time: 15 minutes

Total time: 45 minutes, plus refrigeration time

Yields 2 pounds; makes 2 large crusts • 2 teaspoons dry active yeast

increase rental housing as well, Roberts noted, pricing many people out of the market completely, whether they want to rent or buy. "If we didn't have these astronomically expensive energy code requirements, we could build less expensive homes," Roberts concluded.

• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

1. Put 1 3/4 cups lukewarm water in a mixing bowl (or use a stand mixer or food processor). Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it dissolve, about 2 minutes.

2. Add the flour, salt and olive oil and mix well until the flour is incorporated and the dough comes together, about 5 minutes. It may look a little rough.

3. Lightly dust a work surface with flour. Turn the dough out onto the surface and knead lightly until smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Cut the dough into 2 equal pieces, each about 1 pound.

4. Wrap the dough individually in resealable zipper bags and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

5. To use the dough, form each piece into a smooth, firm ball and place on a flour-dusted or parchment-lined baking sheet. Flour lightly, cover loosely with plastic wrap and top with a kitchen towel. Let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 30 minutes. Each dough half will make one large pizza. Lynda Balslev is an award-winning writer, cookbook author, and recipe developer based in northern California. Visit TasteFood at TasteFoodblog.com.

A 2022 BIAW report found the median home sales price for both new and existing homes is $643,400. A household must make a combined income of $171,890 and provide a

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December 29, 1939 - June 2, 2024

With great sadness I share with you the loss of my mother Janice Ann Scurlock (Tracy) She lived a full 84 years of life, always on the go and full of spunk. She is a graduate of Eatonville High School Class of 1957. The daughter of Stanley and Christine Scurlock. After an early retirement she relocated to the family homestead for 35 years at Alder Lake, restoring vintage furniture, had a great eye for finding eclectic vintage items to polish and resell for many, many years. She would be very pleased to have any donations made to the local animal shelters as she truly loved all animals and always was there to rescue. Donations to the local Eatonville food bank as well.

minimum down payment of $19,302. Based on the average savings rate in the state, it would take approximately two years just to save for a down payment on a home.

The actual savings rate is likely much lower, according to BIAW, due to inflationary pressures on food, gas and other bills that cost more than in the past.

A separate BIAW report on housing affordability finds that to afford the state medianpriced home of $640,000, a household would need to earn $182,700, have no debt and have a credit score of 700-719 to be able to make the $22,400 down payment. Given that, BIAW estimates only 18.2% of Washington families would be able to afford a median-priced home.

Janice Ann Scurlock (Tracy)

Courtesy photo Lynda Balslev's corny pizza.

The following is applicable to federal aid projects:

Local Agency, 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.”

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In the Guardianship of: Joyce Anne Martin, and Isaac Edward Martin, Respondent/minor child No. 24-4-010265 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. 244-01296-9. 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 WashingtonPierce, 930 Tacoma Ave. S., Room 110, Tacoma, WA, 98402. Serve a copy of your response on Petitioner, Patrice A.

Capital gains revenue drops as taxpayers 'learn how to operate' Washington tax

By Carleen Johnson | The Center Square

A newly released revenue forecast for Washington state indicates less money coming in than lawmakers were told to expect earlier this year.

The state's economy is projected to generate $66.5 billion for the current biennium that ends on June 30, 2025. That's down $477 million from the February forecast.

Capital gains tax receipts coming in far below what was projected and declining tax receipts from cannabis sales were among the main reasons for the decline, according to Dave Reich, the state's chief economist, who on Wednesday updated members of the Economic Revenue Forecast Council.

“Overall change for the 2023-25 biennium has revenues for the general fund down $286 million,” Reich said, informing lawmakers that changes made by the Legislature to the business and occupation tax structure led to a decline in revenue.

In 2022, lawmakers passed legislation – and Gov. Jay Inslee signed it into law – that exempted firms with up to $125,000 in gross receipts from the B&O tax, and expanded the Small Business Tax Credit to those enterprises earning nearly $250,000 annually.

Reich said the recently passed law that allows an excise tax exemption for medical marijuana is now factored into their lowered projections for cannabis revenue.

The Education Legacy Trust Fund is down $188 million.

“Most of that is due to lower capital gains taxes coming in,” Reich said.

Capital gains revenue is down $324 million for the biennium, compared to what was anticipated in February. Less retail spending translated to another $224 million dip in sales tax collections.

Reich said payments from estate taxes and real estate transactions came in a bit higher than February's forecast.

Sen. Lynda Wilson, R-Vancouver, asked Reich, “Assuming capital gains makes it past November, why are you thinking capital gains taxes will be 50% less?”

Voters will decide the fate of the state's capital gains tax this November. Initiative 2109 would repeal the 7% capital gains tax imposed on sales and exchanges of longterm capital assets by individuals with capital gains over $250,000.

Reich answered Wilson by explaining that the state Department of Revenue had to pay out some refunds to those who overpaid, while also noting the lower revenues coming in are likely a result of “taxpayers learning how to operate in the new environment.”

The Legislature passed legislation creating the capital gains tax in 2021. It took effect on Jan. 1, 2022.

Before passage of the capital gains tax bill, opponents argued capital gains taxes are a volatile source of revenue, prone to up and down swings from year to year.

According to a May release from Washington State House Democrats, “Washington taxpayers filed 3,850 returns for capital gains, and collections from the tax reached $433 million in tax year 2023.”

According to the capital gains tax law, the first $500 million in revenues from the capital gains excise tax is deposited into the Education Legacy Trust Account annually, and any remainder is deposited into the Common School Construction Account for capital investment.

This year, refunds – due to taxpayers who overestimated what they would pay in cap gains taxes –and payments from the first year decreased the total by $62 million, meaning $371 million has been deposited into the Education Legacy account.