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Photo by Jessica Keller This mural painted on the back of a building in Uptown is colorful, but Heather Pihl, of the Uptown Alliance Tidy Uptown subcommittee, warns because the piece includes ‘graffiti-style’ lettering, taggers might be encouraged to tag other property nearby so their graffiti receives attention. Pihl said, otherwise, murals on empty walls are a good way to prevent tagging.
A community concern to watch Graffiti a growing problem in Uptown but not in other areas By Jessica Keller
QA&Mag News editor While graffiti is more of a problem in Uptown than in other
areas of Queen Anne, community leaders are advocating for residents to become aware of the issue, as well as be proactive in their neighborhood. Queen Anne resident Heather
Pihl, who is a member of the Uptown Alliance Tidy Uptown subcommittee, spoke to the Queen Anne Community Council Public Safety Committee about graffiti at its meeting last week. Committee Chair Robert Kettle said he invited Pihl to speak because of her familiarity with the topic. In addition to her participation on Tidy Uptown,
which has made tackling graffiti one of its priorities, Pihl’s background includes working for the city’s anti-graffiti program from 1995 to 2000, a crime prevention coordinator with Seattle Police Department and as a volunteer coordinator of FAWN, a linking of block watches along Aurora
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School board appoints new member Dury replaces Mack as District 4 director By Jessica Keller
QA&Mag News editor The Seattle Public Schools Board of Directors filled its vacant
District 4 seat last resigned in January. week by appointing As the District 4 Ballard resident Erin board member, Dury Dury. represents Magnolia, Dury was selected Queen Anne and from two other applisome of Ballard. cants, Magnolia’s Eric Dury will serve Souza and Queen out the remainder of Anne’s Laura Marie Mack’s term, which Erin Dury Rivera, to fill the expires with the Novacancy left after forvember election. mer board member Eden Mack Dury could choose to run for a
new term in the fall election. “I am honored and grateful to serve District IV and Seattle Public Schools, and I recognize the privilege and position of power this appointment has, and I know that true service will be shown through action,” Dury said in a SPS news release. “I look forward to working with the community,
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State Legislature votes to further extend voting rights of felons
Bill waiting for Inslee’s signature By Ruairi Vaughan Contributing writer
The Washington State Legislature has approved a bill that will automatically restore voting rights to people convicted of a felony once they are released from prison. Under current state law, felons have their voting rights restored once their entire sentence is completed. House Bill 1078 will extend the franchise to people on parole and those in debt. HB 1078 is part of a broader national movement to extend voting rights to formerly incarcerated people. Seventeen states already allow parolees to vote, and almost identical re-enfranchisement bills are under consideration in New
Mexico and Virginia this year. Maine, Vermont and the District of Columbia have never restricted prisoners from voting. On March 3, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the restoration of voting rights to formerly incarcerated people as part of the For the People Act. Washington’s HB 1078 was introduced in the state House by Rep. Tarra Simmons (DBainbridge), a freshman legislator who is one of the first formerly incarcerated people to become a lawmaker. Simmons’ bill was co-sponsored by Rep. Jesse Young (R-Gig Harbor). Simmons and Young effectively teamed up in committee hearings. In the Senate State Government Elections Committee hearing on March 10, Simmons described the obstacles she faced once out of prison, including not having the right to vote, while Young told stories of his own hard upbringing with historical arguments about the intentions of the country’s Founding Fathers.
A range of stakeholders supported the legislators’ arguments during committee meetings. A variety of witnesses, all of whom supported the measure, spoke during the March 10 hearing. Many of them pointed to research showing that civic engagement helps people reintegrate into society. Mason County Auditor Paddy McGuire represented the Washington Association of State Auditors, the office that administers elections. She argued that the bill would significantly simplify the system. “We like bright lines and clear standards,” she said. Arthur Rizer, a conservative legal expert at the Scalia Law School, argued that the bill would help reduce government overreach. “The most powerful thing the government can do to you is take away your right to participate in the civic process,” he said. A representative of the state’s Department of Corrections informed the committee that more
County Council approves sixth supplemental COVID budget, prepares for next The King County Council last week approved a sixth supplemental COVID-19 budget at its meeting last week. The $92 million budget amount is dedicated to maintaining existing support for COVID-19 efforts and programs. According to a news release, specific funds earmarked include: • $45.2 million for rental assistance; • $29 million for public health response and county operations; • $11.2 million for vaccination efforts for 60 days; • $5 million to establish a revolving fund to provide upfront payment for grants to community-based organizations that cannot wait for reimbursement • $1.9 million to extend the homeless response programs JustCARE and Co-LEAD to the end of March. While King County Councilmember and Budget Committee Chair Jeanne Kohl-Welles had initially stated staff were to employ the same tenant lottery system in determining who should benefit from rental assistance, that plan was changed in the budget review process.
Instead, funds will specifically prioritize residents “suffering disproportionate health and economic Jeanne impacts Kohl-Welles from COVID-19 pandemic, such as those performing essential work during the COVID-19 pandemic and those who historically have been disproportionately impacted by inequities and discrimination related to housing.” As well, the county will use a “hub-and-spoke model” to provide support, such as through grants, to primary “hub” community-based organizations. Those larger organizations may then contract with smaller “spoke” community-based organizations to provide eviction prevention and rent assistance to people in their communities. According to the legislation, the organizations that will be utilized in the “hub-and-spoke” model will
serve communities throughout the county with residents suffering the greatest from COVID and who have been disproportionately affected by housing inequities and discrimination. With the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act, the County Council now turn its focus to a new $600 million COVID recovery budget proposal. Unlike last year, which required the council to pass numerous supplemental budgets, Kohl-Welles thinks the council may only need four supplemental budgets — possibly one each quarter — to account for distribution of the latest rescue package funds. According to a county news release, the $600 million supplemental budget proposal includes $253 million for public health response/vaccinations and COVID operations; $199 million for rental assistance, childcare and behavioral health; $92 million for economic recovery; and $40 million for the King County Jobs Program. The $600 million supplemental budget will be comprised of ARP Act and other federal funds and county and state money.
than 26,000 Washingtonians will be affected by the law. Despite the unanimous support in public hearings and the support of Young, the bill was strongly opposed by Republicans in both the House and the Senate. On the Senate floor, members of the GOP introduced a number of amendments to limit the scope of the law by excluding certain offenders —sexual predators and those who used firearms in their crimes, efforts which were rejected by Democrats. Discussions over these amendments turned heated, with state Sen. Keith Wagoner (R-SedroWooley) boiling down his party’s line. “I think the bright line is between people who have fully repaid their debt to society and those who have not fully repaid their debt to society,” he said. “We’re telling the state of Washington how we feel about these crimes. They should not have the privilege, and voting is a privilege.” Senator Patty Kuderer (D-
Bellevue) responded. “Denying people the right to vote doesn’t help victims,” she said. “We’ve heard that voting is a special privilege, but I’d just like to remind the body that people have died for that privilege.” Her first argument was supported by Sen. Sam Hunt (DOlympia), who read a statement from the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence, stating, “Relentless punishment from the state, including the inability to exercise the vote, is not a priority we hear about from survivors of domestic violence or advocates that work with them.” The House of Representatives passed the bill, 57-41, on Feb. 24, and it passed in the Senate, 27-22, March 24. Young was the only Republican to vote for the measure, while one Democratic lawmaker, Sen. Steve Hobbs (DSnohomish), voted against it. Gov. Jay Inslee is expected to sign the bill into law. The Washington state legislative session is due to end on April 25.
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education is a foundational right in our country for all students and all people to experience, and at a level that ensures their success,” Dury said at the forum. Prior to the March 24 vote, SPS Director Chandra Hampson said she was grateful to everyone who applied. “What a difficult time to choose to be of service,” Hampson said in the press release. “No one currently on the Board chose to lead during a pandemic, and it speaks volumes of the dedication and character of each of our candidates.” Dury’s background includes nonprofit work and fundraising, strategic planning working with underserved individuals and families. She was the executive director at the West Seattle Helpline from 2017 through early 2020, when it merged with West Seattle Foodbank. Prior to that she was the founder of Heartwood Solutions, a nonprofit consulting firm. Dury earned her masters of nonprofit management from the University of Oregon in 2013, where she also completed her bachelor’s degree in women and gender studies. Dury has a fourth-grader at Salmon Bay K-8 in Ballard, where she serves as the director of the parent-teacher organization, Friends of Salmon Bay. To learn more about the Director IV appointment process and timeline, go to https:// www.seattleschools.org/district/ school_board/director_appointment.
particularly those most impacted by the decisions of the board and district. We have an opportunity to reimagine education and access. I am ready to do the work to see a new vision and I am here in service.” Dury’s appointment wraps up an application process that began online with letters of intent and background information, multiple interviews and last week’s vote. Initially, eight applicants expressed interest in the position, but only Dury, Souza and Rivera opted to remain in contention. At a candidate forum, March 15, moderated and planned by the NAACP Youth Council, Dury and the other candidates answered a number of questions ranging in topic from educational justice, student voice, community voice, working with the board, curriculum and COVID-19. In her introduction, Dury said she was interested in serving on the Board of Directors because she supports and is excited about the district’s commitment to dismantling and reconstructing the educational system in Seattle schools. She said collaborating with community members of all backgrounds, as well as her fellow board members, will be a priority for her, as will prioritizing equity among all students and schools. “Educational justice, to me, means that we recognize that
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How do trees give us air to breathe? Our planet is home to all kinds of different plants, and they help make a lot of the oxygen we breathe. To find out how plants make oxygen, I asked my friend Balasaheb Sonawane. Sonawane is a scientist at Washington State University who researches photosynthesis, or the ways plants use energy from the sun and make oxygen. He said that in a way, plants breathe, too. “They don’t have a nose or mouth,” Sonawane said. “They have tiny microscopic organs on their leaves called stomata.” The stomata allow gases to move in and out of a leaf. We breathe oxygen gas, but plants take in carbon dioxide gas using the stomata on their leaves. Meanwhile, plants also use their leaves to help absorb energy from the sunlight. They also suck up water through their roots. Water is one key thing plants need to make oxygen. You may remember that atoms are like building blocks. When two or more atoms get together, we get a molecule. For instance, one oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms make a water molecule. During photosynthesis, plants can convert sun energy into energy they can use to make sugar from the carbon dioxide molecules. When this happens, water molecules break apart and form oxygen molecules — air we breathe. Along with oxygen, plants also let a little water vapor out of their stomata. This is important for humans and other animals because it can be hard to breathe in dry environments. The moisture and oxygen help our lungs keep working. There are also living things in the ocean called phytoplankton, and they produce about half of the oxygen in the air. Like plants on land, they use carbon dioxide, sunlight and
water as they produce food and oxygen. Plants and phytoplankton both need carbon dioxide to do their work, but now there is too much carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and it contributes to climate change. “Humans generate a huge amount of carbon dioxide as they burn fossil fuels in cars, planes and industries,” Sonawane said. “Plants are helping us reduce the levels of carbon dioxide, but they cannot do enough to make Earth’s environment happy.” The good news is there are ways to help reduce the carbon dioxide in the air. First, humans can try to avoid doing things
County approves spending $65 million for West Point treatment Plant upgrades The King County Council last week approved dedicating $65 million to make important upgrades to the West Point Wastewater Treatment Plant in Magnolia’s Discovery Park to prevent untreated waste and stormwater from being released into the Puget Sound. A storm Jan. 13 created a series of voltage fluctuations at the treatment plant that caused the in-plant pumping station to shut down repeatedly between midnight and 2 a.m. As a result, the emergency caused an estimated 11 million gallons of stormwater and sewage to overflow without treatment into Puget Sound. Approximately 80 percent was stormwater and 20 percent was sewage. The upgrades include improvements to provide more reliable on-site power supply. West Point treats wastewater from homes and businesses in Seattle, Shoreline, north Lake Washington, north King County and parts of south Snohomish County. According to a county news release, to run at its peak capacity of 440 million gallons a day during peak storms, the facility requires about 10 megawatts of electricity — the equivalent of powering about 11,000 homes. According to the county report, the Wastewater Treatment Division will work with Seattle City Light on the power upgrades. Included in the funding is $3 million to analyze schedules and cost estimates if high-voltage power lines are needed at West Point. Both agencies are also evaluating the feasibility of more targeted solutions such as a battery storage system, or other power conditioning devices. “I’m very pleased that the council has approved this significant investment in the West Point Treatment Plant’s energy connections,” Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles, who sponsored the legislation,
said in the press release. “Maintaining the power supply at the plant is integral to ensuring that equipment is operating well and that the emergency bypass system is not activated. This investment and the urgency shown by the Executive [Dow Constantine] in addressing this problem is a good thing for the health of our region’s waters and the people, plants, and animals that call King County and beyond home.” Constantine also signed an emergency declaration that allows the Wastewater Treatment Division to quickly purchase services and equipment, which the council approved on March 9. This earlier council action provided for a two-year extension of that emergency declaration, to allow time for necessary work to be completed. According to a county news release, in the past 20 years, the West Point Treatment Plant has diverted a “highly diluted mixture of stormwater and wastewater” into Puget Sound 15 times because Seattle City Light power disruptions caused equipment shutdowns when the plant was operating at or near capacity. More than half of these bypasses — 53 percent — occurred over the past five years, according to the press release. “West Point is a vital facility that protects the health of people and Puget Sound,” Constantine said in a press release issued March 9. “Even a momentary disruption in the electrical power supply can have catastrophic results. Difficult technical issues remain to be resolved with Seattle City Light, but I am taking urgent action today to help the plant better withstand power problems, and strengthen our ability to protect water quality for generations to come. I thank Seattle City Light for working with King County to ensure greater reliability and resiliency for this critical infrastructure.”
that release carbon dioxide gas. Instead of taking a car that releases carbon dioxide, you might walk or ride a bike when you can. We can also plant more new trees on the planet. “To make a happy and healthy environment, we need to plant more and more trees,” Sonawane said. Perhaps, you and your friends can work with your town or city to help plant new trees in your neighborhood. The next time you see a tree, remember all of the amazing things it does to give us air to breathe. Sincerely, Dr. Universe
Seattle Library patrons can now borrow materials from Tacoma Public Library As of this week, patrons of The Seattle Public Library will have broader access to print and electronic resources because of a new reciprocal borrowing agreementwith Tacoma Public Library. This is the first reciprocal borrowing agreement between Seattle and Tacoma libraries, and it is the eighth borrowing agreement the library shares with nearby systems. “We are very excited to partner with Tacoma Public Library on providing our respective patrons expanded access to the great collections that both of our library systems have to offer,” said Andrew Harbison, assistant director of The Seattle Public Library’s Collection & Access Services, in a press release. Patrons of The Seattle Public Library will be able to use the following services through TPL: • 60 physical material checkouts • 20 Overdrive checkouts • 10 Hoopla checkouts per month • 10 Kanopy play credits per month • Unlimited RB Digital Magazine checkouts TPL patrons will have similar access to services from The Seattle Public Library. “This reciprocal agreement is a great benefit for patrons of both library systems,” stated TPL Director Kate Larsen in the press release. “We are excited to enter into a deeper partnership with The Seattle Public Library, and thus broaden library access in our region.” To complete an application for a Tacoma Public Library card, patrons of The Seattle Public Library will need: • A current Library card from The Seattle Public Library • A government-issued picture ID An application can be completed in person at any TPL branch, or online through TPL’s website. Because neither library collects overdue fines, no charges will be associated with overdue items. Fees will still apply to any materials that are lost or damaged. For more information, visit spl.org/card, call the Library at 206386-4636 or Ask Us.
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In re the Estate of DELORES Y. MACKEY, Deceased. No. 21-4-01734-1 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative (PR) 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 PR or the PR’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(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 March 24, 2021 SAYRE LAW OFFICES, PLLC By: Eric C. Nelsen, WSBA #31443 Attorneys for PR 1417 31st Ave South Seattle WA 98144-3909 (206) 625-0092 Irene L. DuBois Personal Representative c/o Sayre Law Offices, PLLC 1417 31st Ave South Seattle WA 98144-3909 (206) 625-0092 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 24, 31 & April 7, 2021 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In the Matter of the Estate of: THOMAS YONGSHIN KIM Deceased. No. 21-4-01458-9 KNT AMENDED PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as the 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 (a) 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 (b) filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the latter 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 this 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 FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with Clerk of Court: March 19, 2021. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 31, 2021. Personal Representative: Maria Jungmi Seong 18711 222nd Way NE Woodinville, WA 98077 Attorney for the Personal Representative: Jacob H. Menashe Address for Mailing or Service: Jacob H. Menashe Hickman Menashe, P.S. 4211 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Ste 204 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 31, April 7 & 14, 2021 Loan No: **3661 TS No: 20-4360 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 RCW Grantor: Celia A Smallidge Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Chalet Series IV 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 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 981152061 206-331-3280 Trustee’s agent for service is Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, whose address is 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 98115-2061 Phone: (206) 525-1925 If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: 20090511000937 Parcel Number(s): 873121-0060-01 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(1-877-894-4663) . Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on 4/30/2021, at 10:00 AM at At the 4th Avenue entrance of the King County Administration Building, located one block east of the courthouse, 500 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104 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 King, State of Washington, to-wit: Lot 6, Twin Cedars Division No. 2, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 151 of Plats, page 77, in King County, Washington; EXCEPT that portion conveyed by instrument recorded June 11, 1992 under Recording Number 9206110902 Commonly known as: 4489 334TH PLACE SOUTHEAST FALL CITY, WA 98024 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 5/5/2009, recorded 5/11/2009, under Auditor’s File No. 20090511000937, records of King County, Washington, from Celia A Smallidge, A Single Woman, who acquired title as Celia A. Smallidge-Kinyanjui, as Grantor(s), to Joan H. Anderson, EVP on behalf of Flagstar Bank, FSB, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, ITS SUCESSORS & ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Chalet Series IV Trust as auditor’s file number 20200612000937. 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 11/1/2019 AMOUNT $1,079.03 TOTAL $15,106.42. BENEFICIARY’S ADVANCES, COSTS AND EXPENSES: DESCRIPTION ADVANCE AMOUNT 10/15/2020 Attorney Fee $540.00 10/15/2020 Late Charges $423.72 ESTIMATED FORECLOSURE FEES & COSTS: 08/26/2020 Trustee’s Fees $990.00 08/27/2020 NOD Posting Fee $150.00 08/31/2020 T.S.G. Fee $748.00 09/16/2020 Record Substitution of Trustee $18.00 08/31/2020 Notice of Default Mailings $40.40 TOTAL DUE AS OF: 12/2/2020 $18,016.54 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $192,832.92, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from 10/1/2019, 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 4/30/2021. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 4/19/2021, (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 4/19/2021 (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 4/19/2021 (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 Celia A Smallidge AKA Celia A. Smallidge-Kinyanjui 4489 334TH PLACE SOUTHEAST FALL CITY, WA 98024-5800 Celia A Smallidge AKA Celia A. Smallidge-Kinyanjui PO Box 116 Fall City, WA 980240116 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Celia A. Smallidge AKA Celia A. Smallidge-Kinyanjui 4489 334TH PLACE SOUTHEAST, FALL CITY, WA 98024-5800 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Celia A. Smallidge AKA Celia A. Smallidge-Kinyanjui PO Box 116 Fall City, WA 98024-0116 by both first class and certified mail on 10/26/2020, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on
10/26/2020 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 tenant-occupied 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, 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 98115-2061. 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: 12/16/2020 Michelle R. Ghidotti, Esq., as Successor Trustee 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 981152061 Phone: (206) 331-3280 MICHELLE R. GHIDOTTI, ESQ., AS SUCCESSOR 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 12/16/2020 before me, ARIEL DEL PINTO, 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 Ariel Del Pinto (Seal) ARIEL DEL PINTO Notary Public California Orange County Commission # 2272698 My Comm. Expires Dec 23, 2022 NPP0372446 To: QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS 03/31/2021, 04/21/2021 Loan No: **4251 TS No: 19-2936 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 RCW Grantor: CANDANCE A. PHILBRICK Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Tiki 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 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 98115-2061 206-331-3280 Trustee’s agent for service is Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, whose address is 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 98115-2061 Phone: (206) 525-1925 If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: 20080115001012 Parcel Number(s): 111630-0270-06 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: 1-877894-HOME(1-877-894-4663) . Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_ foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: 1-800-5694287 Web site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListActi on=search&searchstate=WA&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 4/9/2021, at 10:00 AM at At the 4th Avenue entrance of the King County Administration Building, located one block east of the courthouse, 500 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104 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 King, State of Washington, to-wit: Lot 27, Brittany Court, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 159 of Plats, Page 1 and 2, records of King County, Washington. Situate in the CITY OF MILTON, County of King, State of Washington. Commonly known as: 75 20TH AVENUE COURT MILTON, WA 98354 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 1/8/2008, recorded 1/15/2008, under Auditor’s File No. 20080115001012, records of King County, Washington, from CANDACE A. PHILBRICK, AS A SEPARATE ESTATE , as Grantor(s), to RAINIER TITLE, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR HSBC MORTGAGE CORPORATION (USA), ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS , as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Tiki Series III Trust as auditor’s file number 20181226000638 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.PMTAMOUNTTOTAL: 7/1/2018 7/1/2019 13 $2,104.15 $27,353.95; 8/1/2019 11/24/2020 16 $2,534.86 $40,557.76. BENEFICIARY’S ADVANCES, COSTS AND EXPENSES: DESCRIPTION ADVANCE AMOUNT: 1/29/2020 Attorney Fees $540.00 1/29/2020 Foreclosure Fees $4,323.60 1/29/2020 Prior Servicer Late Charge $242.00 9/29/2020 Late Charges $2,112.00 9/29/2020 Utilities $956.42 11/19/2020 Escrow Only Payment $212.49 ESTIMATED FORECLOSURE FEES & COSTS: 10/08/2020 Trustee’s Fees $360.00 10/14/2020 NOD Posting Fee $125.00 10/06/2020 Notice of Default Mailings $60.60 TOTAL DUE AS OF: 11/24/2020 $76,843.82 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $245,931.73, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from 6/1/2018, 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 4/9/2021. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 3/29/2021, (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 3/29/2021 (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 3/29/2021 (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 CANDACE A. PHILBRICK 75 20TH AVENUE
1 COURT MILTON, WA 98354 Candace A. Philbrick PO Box 354 Milton, WA 983540354 ESTATE OF CANDACE A. PHILBRICK 75 20TH AVENUE COURT MILTON, WA 98354 ESTATE OF CANDACE A. PHILBRICK PO Box 354 Milton, WA 98354-0354 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of CANDACE A. PHILBRICK 75 20TH AVENUE COURT MILTON, WA 98354 Unknown Spouse and/ or Domestic Partner of CANDACE A. PHILBRICK PO Box 354 Milton, WA 98354-0354 by both first class and certified mail on 10/2/2020, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 10/2/2020 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 tenant-occupied 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, 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 98115-2061. 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: 11/25/2020 Michelle R. Ghidotti, Esq., as Successor Trustee 9725 3rd Ave NE Ste 600, Seattle, WA 981152061 Phone: (206) 331-3280 Michelle R. Ghidotti, Esq., as Successor 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 11/25/2020 before me, ARIEL DEL PINTO, 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 Ariel Del Pinto (Seal) ARIEL DEL PINTO Notary Public California Orange County Commission # 2272698 My Comm. Expires Dec 23, 2022 NPP0372262 To: QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS 03/10/2021, 03/31/2021 SNOHOMISH COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF WASHINGTON In the Matter of the Estate Of DIANE LAU, Deceased. NO. 21-400382-31 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the deceased must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, serve their claims on the Personal Representative or the attorney of record at the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court within four (4) months after the date
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of first publication of this notice or within four (4) months after the date of the filing of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 or 11.40.013, the claim will be forever barred. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and non-probate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with Clerk of Court: March 16, 2021. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 24, 2021. DATED: March 16, 2021. JEFFREY C. GARDLIN, Personal Representative C/O Keith T. McClelland 17544 Midvale Avenue North, #306 Shoreline, WA 98133 (206) 5423138 Keith T. McClelland, WSBA#6014 Attorney for Personal Representative Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 24, 31 & April 7, 2021 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF KING Walter V. Ferguson, Plaintiff, -vs- Dale Ogden Smith, Sr., deceased; Billye Louise Smith, deceased; the Heirs and Assigns of Dale Ogden Smith, Sr. and Billye Louise Smith, if any; John Doe and Jane Doe and any and all other unknown owners, parties or persons claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property subject to this litigation, Defendants. No. 212-02451-0 SEA Summons To: Dale Ogden Smith, Sr., deceased; Billye Louise Smith, deceased; the Heirs and Assigns of Dale Ogden Smith, Sr. and Billye Louise Smith, if any; John and Jane Doe and any and all other unknown owners, parties or persons claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property subject to this litigation. You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit within sixty days after March 3, 2021 and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the Complaint of the Plaintiff and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for Plaintiff, Matthew L. Sweeney, at his office below stated; and in the 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 Complaint alleges that Walter V. Ferguson is the lawful owner of the real property legally described as: The west 200 feet of the east 420 feet of that portion lying north of a line 530 feet north of the south line of the northeast quarter of the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter of Section 9, Township 23 North, range 4 East W.M. in King County Washington. and commonly known as 2233 S. 116th Street, County of King, State of Washington, tax parcel numbers 0923049395 and 0923049149. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title in the real property in favor of Walter V. Ferguson and against any and all persons including any and all unknown owners, parties or persons claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property subject to this litigation. This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington and RCW 4.28.110, 150. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED this 16th day of February, 2021. Matthew L. Sweeney, Attorney for Walter V. Ferguson 1102 Broadway Suite 203 Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & April 7, 2021 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of JOSE ANTONIO GONZALEZ, Deceased. No. 21-4-018121-5 SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS The individual named below has been appointed as personal representative of the above estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any other-wise 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 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 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 probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS With Clerk of Court: 3/11/2021 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 24, 2021 ROSAELENA HUERTA Personal Representative Marisa E. Broggel of Attorneys for Estate dated: 3/17/21 McCune, Godfrey, Emerick, & Broggel, Inc.P.S. 4500 9TH Ave. NE Suite 300 Seattle, WA 98105-4697 Tel: 206-632-0575 Fax 866-913-1905 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 24, 31 & April 7, 2021 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of MARGARET PAIGE, Deceased. NO. 21-401743-0 SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS The individual named below has been appointed as personal representative of the above estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred
by any other-wise 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 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 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 probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS With Clerk of Court: 3/9/2021 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 24, 2021 JONATHAN MARTIN, Personal Representative MARISA E. BROGGEL, WSBA NO. 41767 McCune, Godfrey, Emerick, & Broggel, Inc.P.S. 4500 9͐™ Ave. NE Suite 300 Seattle, WA 98105-4697 Tel: 206-632 -0575 Fax 866-913-1905 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 24, 31 & April 7, 2021 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of RANDALL H. BRESKE, Deceased. No. 21-401462-7 SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS The individual named below has been appointed as personal representative of the above estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims 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 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 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 probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with Clerk of Court: March 10, 2021 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 17, 2021 /s/ CHRISTOPHER RANDALL BRESKE Personal Representative Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 17, 24 & 31, 2021 Superior Court of Washington, County of King In re: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Amleset Tekle And Respondent/s (other party/parties): Tesfahiwet Asfahale No. 20-3-06359-6 SEA Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Tesfahiwet Asfahale I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Dissolution of Marriage 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: March 10, 2021. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: -No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and -The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] FL Divorce 211, Response to Petition about a Marriage 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, King County 516 3rd Ave Seattle WA 98104 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: Signature Amleset Tekle Date 01/29/2021 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 3333 Rainier Ave S #506 Seattle WA 98144 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ ies may agree to accept legal papers by
email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7 & 14, 2021 Superior Court of Washington, County of King In re: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Meharit Weldu And Respondent/s (other party/parties): Mehari Gereslassie No. 21-3-00437-7 SEA Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Mehari Gereslassie I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Dissolution of Marriage 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: March 3, 2021. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: -No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and -The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] FL Divorce 211, Response to Petition about a Marriage. 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, King County 516 3rd Ave Seattle WA 98104 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: Meharit Weldu 2/25/2021 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 3333 Rainier Ave S #506 Seattle WA 98144 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & April 7, 2021 Superior Court of Washington, County of King in re: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Priscilla Kuuipo Tupou And Respondent/s (other party/parties): Alama Mailau Tupou No. 21-3-01074-1 KNT Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Alama Mailau Tupou I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Priscilla Kuuipo Tupou 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: March 31, 2021 If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: -No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and -The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] FL Divorce 211, Response to Petition about a Marriage. 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, King County 401 Fourth Avenue N. Rm 20 Kent, WA 98032 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: Priscilla Tupou 3/18/2021 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 11328 SE Kent Kangley Rd. H102 Kent, WA 98030 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the
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court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL Alf Family 120). You must also update your Confident/al Information Form (FL All Famlly 001) If this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons Is Issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28 & May 5, 2021 Superior Court of Washington, County of KING In re: Petitioner: SHAYMAA ALDEEWAN, obo HKA And Respondent: HUDA ALI No. 20-2-15750-3 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication You are hereby summoned to appear on the 1st day of April, 2021, at 8:30 a.m., and respond to the petition. If you fail to respond, an order of protection will be issued against you pursuant to the provisions of the domestic violence protection order statute RCW 26.50, for a minimum of one year from the date you are required to appear. A temporary order of protection has been issued against you, restraining you from the following: Harassing, following, keeping under physical or electronic surveillance, cyberstalking, or contacting in person or through others, by phone, mail or other means Hayder K. Azeez. Coming to the residence, daycare or school of Hayder K. Azeez. Knowingly coming within or knowingly remaining within 500 feet of Hayder K. Azeez. A copy of the petition, notice of hearing, and ex parte order has been filed with the clerk of this court. Person filing this Summons or his/ her lawyer fills out below: Laura Robinett, WSBA #55393 3/19/2021 Gause Law Offices, PLLC 130 Andover Park East, Suite 300 Tukwila WA, 98188 Laura@emilygauselaw.com Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News March 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2021 TS No WA08000273-19-1 TO No 191153019-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: JEFFEREY A FISCHER, ROSA FISCHER Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee for ABS Loan Trust V Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: PRLAP, INC. Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 20070628000797 Parcel Number: 574700-0010 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 9, 2021, 10:00 AM, at 4th Ave entrance King County Administration Building, located one block east of the Courthouse, 500 4th Ave, Seattle, 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 King, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 1, MYSTERY HEIGHTS, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 200 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 17 THROUGH 20, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN: 574700-0010 More commonly known as 33575 143RD PL SE, AUBURN, WA 98092-5975 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated May 31, 2007, executed by JEFFEREY A FISCHER, ROSA FISCHER as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of BANK OF AMERICA, NA as original Beneficiary recorded June 28, 2007 as Instrument No. 20070628000797 and the beneficial interest was assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee for ABS Loan Trust V and recorded June 3, 2020 as Instrument Number 20200603000463 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of King County, Washington. II. No action commenced by U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee for ABS Loan Trust V, 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 August 5, 2014 To December 9, 2020 Number of Payments 10 $740.10 5 $716.22 1 $547.11 1 $668.48 1 $712.22 7 $812.18 1 $759.78 4 $785.98 2 $888.71 1 $802.71 1 $931.95 1 $963.02 1 $2,876.19 4 $2,981.57 2 $2,948.10 2 $3,055.87 1 $2,948.30 2 $3,091.92 1 $3,130.18 2 $3,204.49 1 $3,163.83 2 $3,278.79 1 $2,602.92 7 $2,642.302 $2,604.43 1 $2,567.32 3 $2,530.75 1 $2,460.17 8 $2,232.71 Total $142,225.03 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION August 5, 2014 December 9, 2020 $661.12 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: May 31, 2007 Note Amount:$350,000.00 Interest Paid To: June 5, 2012 Next Due Date: August 5, 2014 Current Beneficiary: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee for ABS Loan Trust V Contact Phone No: (888) 349-8955 Address: 3217 S. Decker Lake Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84119 IV.
The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $350,185.83, 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 April 9, 2021. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by March 29, 2021, (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 March 29, 2021 (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 March 29, 2021 (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, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee for ABS Loan Trust V or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS JEFFEREY A FISCHER 33575 143RD PL SE, AUBURN, WA 98092-5975 JEFFEREY A FISCHER 19104 MARYANN DR E, LAKE TAPPS, WA 98391-8909 JEFFEREY A FISCHER 19104 MARYANN DR E, SUMNER, WA 98390 ROSA FISCHER 33575 143RD PL SE, AUBURN, WA 98092 ROSA FISCHER 19104 MARYANN DR E, LAKE TAPPS, WA 98391-8909 ROSA FISCHER 19104 MARYANN DR E, SUMNER, WA 98390 by both first class and certified mail on October 23, 2020, 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 October 28, 2020 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. 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 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) 606-4819 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: December 10, 2020 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 500 Union Street, Suite 620 Seattle, WA 98101 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: (800) 833-6388 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee CorpsOrder Number 73413, Pub Dates: 03/10/2021, 03/31/2021, QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS
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GRAFFITI, FROM PAGE 1 that worked to reduce the impacts of run-down motels, from 1998 to 2008. Pihl said Uptown and upper Queen Anne are facing very different graffiti problems. First, between Climate Pledge Arena and numerous other projects, a lot of construction is taking place in Uptown, causing regular disruptions to neighborhood activity and fewer pedestrians on the streets. There are also vacant store fronts. In upper Queen Anne, however, there is regular pedestrian traffic and open shops from one end to the other. “So there’s a feeling that there’s a lot of activity going on all the time,” Pihl said, adding this activity and atmosphere deters wouldbe graffiti vandals. In a recent walkabout the neighborhood, Pihl did find some graffiti, but not anywhere to the extent that Uptown is experiencing. Two of the incidents, which she reported to the city, and which have been subsequently removed, were gang graffiti. Because they were the only graffiti in their locations, Pihl said she thinks they were isolated incidents. Of all the types of graffiti in the city, only 1 percent is gangrelated, Pihl said, and the letters and words are plainer and easier to read than other kinds. “So, I’m just letting you know, but I’m not particularly concerned about it,” she said. With the exception of an of-
fensive drawing and word above a business that Pihl thought was possibly hate related, and which she reported to the city, the remaining graffiti she noted in upper Queen Anne was standard tagging. Most graffiti is done by taggers, Pihl said, who are generally white males between 12 and 23 who come out at night and mark buildings or property that have either not been tagged or to tag over other graffiti with their own letters or symbols. Pihl said while she doesn’t think upper Queen Anne will see graffiti creep up the hill from Uptown, she recommends residents address any graffiti that they do find immediately. First, in the case of public property, she advises contacting the property or building owner in case they aren’t aware. She also recommends filing a report with the city, either using the Find It, Fix It app, or the city’s graffitireporting system. Pihl said removing graffiti as soon as possible is best, but people should avoid drawing over it with marker, like she saw in a few instances in upper Queen Anne. She said city staff would rather people report the graffiti so they can remove it rather than do it themselves or draw over it. “It just becomes a huge mess,” Pihl said. When removing graffiti from property, building owners should use paint that matches the color of the rest of the building. Pihl said, for whatever reason, taggers are more inclined to re-tag a wall
Photo by Jessica Keller Uptown Alliance Tidy Uptown member Heather Pihl states that signal boxes, such as this one seen in Uptown in December, next to intersections are a popular target for taggers. or section of a wall that is painted with a lighter color. If that isn’t possible, then the paint should be a few shades darker or layers
so the colors bleed through an prevent people from seeing the graffiti underneath. One proactive step Pihl recom-
mends, which the Tidy Uptown members are exploring in Uptown, is to commission an artist to paint a mural on a blank wall. Not all murals are created equal, however. One piece that was painted in January on the back of a building near Dick’s Drive-In features bright colors, stars, arrows and the words, “It’s all good.” Pihl said, while the bright colors are welcome, she has reservations about that mural because it incorporates “swooshy swoosh” graffiti lettering. She doesn’t recommend murals that incorporate graffiti art because it may encourage others to tag nearby to draw attention to themselves and “affiliate” themselves with the legal piece. “Having a legal piece is a sought after goal,” Pihl said in an email. “The point of tagging is to be prolific, outdoing other taggers, and what happens is they will tag newspaper boxes, public property, buildings, etc., on the way to and from the legal piece.” Pihl recommends murals with subject-related art. “There are just so many kinds of murals that you can apply that beautify the neighborhood that relate locally,” she said. For more information on the city’s graffiti prevention and removal program, go to https:// www.seattle.gov/utilities/protecting-our-environment/safe-andclean-seattle/graffiti. For more information on removing graffiti, visit https://www. seattle.gov/utilities/protectingour-environment/safe-and-cleanseattle/graffiti/remove-graffiti.
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