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Seattle City Council approves City Light's rate hikes through 2030
By Spencer Pauley
The Center Square
Seattleites will start to see more expensive electric bills after the Seattle City Council last week unanimously approved Seattle City Light’s six-year rate path.
The Seattle Public Utilities’ Strategic Business Plan includes an average annual electricity rate increase of 4.7% over the next six years. According to Seattle Public Utilities, monthly costs for a typical single-family home will go up by about
$70 through 2030. Costs for City Light customers living in apartment units will increase by about $40 over the same period.
Electricity rates will increase by 5.4% alone next year as a part of the newly approved plan. A 5.4% increase is about $4.88 more a month for a typical residential bill, or $1.95 more a month for a typical residential Utility Discount Program bill.
“While we need these rate increases to cover the cost of providing reliable services and maintaining our system,
we know they affect our customers,” Seattle Public Utilities said in a news release. “We take affordability seriously and are committed to ensuring our customers have access to essential utility services regardless of their financial situation.”
Seattle City Light CEO Dawn Lindell previously said that retail demand from building electrification is growing three times faster than projected in 2022, and transportation
Proposed $1.55B Seattle transportation levy includes $2M for funding task force
By Spencer Pauley The Center Square
Seattle voters will soon decide on a massive transportation tax levy that also includes funding a task force to help guide generated revenues toward infrastructure goals.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s proposed eightyear levy package totals $1.55 billion over its lifespan. Generated funds would go toward Seattle infrastructure needs such as building sidewalks, paving streets, repairing bridges, and improving transit connections, among others.
Harrell’s 2024 transportation levy proposal included a transportation funding task force.
The proposal has already established how much funding each transportation program would receive. However, the transportation funding task force would work to recommend actions to fully build out gaps in the city’s missing sidewalk network while also meeting a long-term sustainable standard for better maintaining the city’s existing sidewalks, bridges and pavement conditions.
“The outcomes of the task force would be a set of actionable recommendations to look at that could help to guide the next step,” Seattle Department of Transportation Deputy Director of Downtown Mobility Meghan Shepard said during a presentation to the Transportation Committee on Tuesday.
Shepard listed examples of possible task force recommendations including policy changes, a defined bond measure, or recommended policy actions to pursue at the state level.
Members of the transportation funding task force would include representatives of community organizations, city transportation boards, labor and building trades, affordable housing developers, and transportation and accessibility advocates.
Tax dollars would go toward this task force for the work it seeks to accomplish. If the transportation levy is passed this November, $1.5 million to $2 million would be set aside for all costs associated with the transportation
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Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026 announces host city poster contest
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Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026TM, the 501(c) (3) nonprofit committee organizing local plans for Seattle’s six 2026 World Cup matches and related statewide events, has announced a host city poster design contest. The Seattle local organizing committee will review designs and select up to four finalists before partnering with FIFA to select the official Seattle Host City Poster. The Seattle poster will be one of 16 representing each 2026 host city and will be seen across the globe.
Throughout the history of the tournament, FIFA selects tournament and host city posters that capture the excitement of the games and culture of communities that host the tournament. For the 2026 edition, 104 matches will be played across the United States, Canada, and Mexico in the expanded 48-nation tournament.
"The World Cup brings the world together and unites us all. We are looking for designs that celebrate the culture, community spirit, people, and passion for soccer that make Seattle and Washington special,” said Peter Tomozawa, CEO of Seattle FIFA World Cup 26. “We have a dynamic, diverse, and vibrant arts community in our region, and our goal is to create an open process that welcomes all submissions, whether from established designers, amateur artists, or designminded soccer enthusiasts who want to highlight our region. This is just one more step in building excitement, visibility, and momentum as we welcome the World to Washington State in 2026.”
Artists interested in participating are encouraged to submit designs through the committee’s official website: seattlefwc26.org/poster-contest. The deadline for registration is Sept. 27 with final submission due on Oct. 20. Up to four local finalists will receive a $2,500 finalist fee.
King County Parks distributes $5M to 63 outdoor recreation projects
By Spencer Pauley The Center Square
King County Parks is distributing $5 million in grant funding to 63 projects throughout the region to boost outdoor recreation and wellness programs.
Highlighted projects include summer backpacking trips for underserved youth, a new synthetic baseball field in Seattle’s Central District, improvements to aquatic centers in Des Moines and White Center, and after-school sports and wellness programs in South King County cities.
Out of the $5 million package, $3.5 million comes from Youth and Amateur Sports Grants, and the remaining $1.5 million comes from the Healthy Communities and Parks Fund, which gets
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funding task force.
Alex Pedersen, former Seattle city councilmember and chair of the Seattle Transportation Committee for the previous four years, has voiced his opposition to the levy proposition in the past. Pedersen said the task force is another reason why voters should reject the levy in November.
"City hall is using the task force resolution as a gimmick to get free advertising for their Prop 1 campaign, but this
some of its money from the King County Parks Levy.
The parks levy is expected to generate an estimated $810 million over six years. The county's median homeowner pays approximately $148 per year, based off of the 18 cents per $1,000 in assessed value tax rate.
“With support from King County Parks, more young people will have the opportunity to explore the outdoors, play team sports, swim with friends, and stay connected after school,”
King County Executive Dow Constantine said in a news release. “These 63 projects, led by cities, nonprofits, and park districts, will foster healthier kids, families, and communities."
The new synthetic baseball field in Seattle’s Central District is receiving the highest
just reinforces why Prop 1 is ineffective," Pedersen said to The Center Square in an email. "Prop 1 already needs corrective legislation because it will squander tax dollars on overly expensive and disruptive projects requested lobbyists, rather than just sticking to the basics of repaving more roads, building more sidewalks, and fixing more bridges."
The resolution to establish a transportation funding task force would be activated once the levy is approved by Seattle voters. The Seattle City Council needs to
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allocation of grant funding: $500,000. Improvements to the aquatic centers in Des Moines and White Center are receiving a combined $328,000.
The After-School All-Stars program will receive $202,096 to offer free sports and wellness programs to middle school students in the Cities of Kent, Tukwila and Federal Way.
Grant recipients for the $5 million include cities, school districts, park districts, and community-based organizations.
“Being outside and active has all sorts of positive benefits for our health, happiness, and community cohesion, and these grants are a powerful step towards greater equity in King County’s beautiful outdoor spaces,” King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda said
approve this resolution first. Afterwards, the task force could form as early as the beginning of 2025, according to Shepard. The task force would then provide city officials with updates every six months until the task force finishes its work in 2027.
The first quarter of next year would be focused on recruitment and onboarding of both the consultants and the task force members.
The Transportation Committee will vote on the resolution on Sept. 17.
was recently reading about the “Vampire Problem,” a concept in philosophy whereby a person must choose between becoming a vampire or staying human. The choice is between undergoing a transformative experience or not. The problem is that the person can’t truly make a rational decision because the experience of becoming a vampire changes their entire reality that can’t be grasped or understood until they are actually a vampire. Change is hard, and transformational change is harder. Making a rational decision in the face of a major life change can be next to impossible without the lived experience to inform that decision. Thinking about moving to a retirement community? Without the lived experience, how can one make that informed choice? Fear of the unknown is powerful, particularly when one is faced with leaving behind what is familiar and comfortable, especially as we age.
Like other transformative experiences, I’ve heard more than one Bayview resident share with me that their life changed in so many unexpected ways for the better. They never knew they had a knack for wine making, or watercolor painting, or writing, or the ability to make new meaningful friendships or even romantic relationships that occurred postmove.
Fear of what a move to a senior living community can be like is full of preconceived notions without being able to grasp the ways in which the actual experience can be life-changing for the better. Fear of losing independence may give way to the reality of gaining freedom from the burdens one faces when one is managing life on their own, without the support and friendships that enhance life in a senior living community.
To mitigate the “vampire problem” in this context, it can help to dip one’s toes into senior living waters without fully committing. For example, many communities (including Bayview) offer trial stays, meals with residents, opportunities to participate in programming, and more.
Despite the uncertainty that comes with this kind of transformative experience, being thoughtful of one’s own values and goals can help make a decision that aligns with what matters most to each individual despite the uncertainties that come from a lack of lived experience. Trial experiences, research, and self-reflection can get us closer to making an informed choice so that we can reach the best possible decision for our own lives.
Nancy Weinbeck is the CEO of Bayview in Queen Anne.
By Lynda Balslev
TSOBA DELICIOUS Seattle mayor proposes first update to city’s 'Food Action Plan'
his soba noodle salad is wholesome and addictive. It's studded with garden-fresh ingredients and laced with a citrusy soy and tahini dressing for a nutrient-rich, one-bowl meal. The main ingredient, of course, is the noodles.
Soba noodles are a variety of Japanese noodles traditionally composed of buckwheat and water. (Some soba noodle products may also contain wheat flour, but the principal flour should always be buckwheat.) When cooked, soba noodles are delicious simply eaten on their own with a dipping sauce, slurped in soups and stir-fries, or swirled into cold noodle salads.
This soba noodle and vegetable salad is delicious at room temperature or chilled. It has a lengthy list of ingredients, but once they are all gathered, the recipe comes together quickly. Many items are easily found in your vegetable bin or at your market. The dressing is a balance of condiments, each of which contributes to the nutty, sweet-piquant sauce that can be drizzled over the noodles to your taste.
When cooking soba noodles, pay attention to the package instructions. Dried noodles cook quickly, taking anywhere from 3 to 4 minutes, depending on the product. Once cooked to al dente, drain the noodles and immediately rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. If the noodles are overcooked, they will break and turn mushy. Just like with wheat pasta, save some of the starchy cooking water to use for adding to sauces or to simply sip. Yes, it's that good.
SOBA NOODLE SALAD WITH TAHINI DRESSING
Active time: 30 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Dressing:
▶ 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
▶ 1/4 cup tahini
▶ 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
▶ 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
▶ 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
▶ 2 tablespoons sesame oil
▶ 2 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar
▶ 1 tablespoon Sriracha
▶ 8 to 9 ounces buckwheat soba noodles
▶ 1 large carrot, cut in matchsticks
▶ 1 large red bell pepper,
electrification demand has increased 70% above 2022 estimates.
This means that demand could outpace energy savings from efficiency in the next few years.
Seattle City Light officials estimated that the grand total of needed resources in 2022 was 696 megawatts over 20 years. In 2024, however, the grand total of needed resources over the next 20 years is 2,563 MW. That is a 268% increase in estimated resources.
seeded and thinly julienned
▶ 2 to 3 narrow scallions, sliced on the diagonal
▶ 1/2 large English cucumber or 2 Persian cucumbers, seeded and cut in matchsticks
▶ 1 heaping cup finely shredded red cabbage
▶ 1/2 cup defrosted frozen edamame, plus more for sprinkling
▶ 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
▶ 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, divided
Combine the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk to blend. Taste for seasoning.
Bring a large pot of water (not salted) to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook
Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore said that she was not in favor of the planned rate increases, but appreciated previous discussions the city council had with Seattle City Light.
“I was not comfortable with the rate path that was put forth, because I do think it actually understates what we are going to be seeing in the years to come,” Moore said at Tuesday's Seattle City Council meeting.
The public utilities department will update the plan after three years to account for any uncertainties.
By Spencer Pauley The Center Square
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced a proposed update to the city’s "Food Action Plan," which helps city departments address food security and economy issues.
Harrell’s proposed 2024 plan is the first update to the original one developed more than 10 years ago. Seattle’s first Food Action Plan was developed in 2012 and adopted in 2013. The Food Action Plan acts as the city’s framework to support community food security, support locally grown foods, support an equitable local food economy, and prevent food waste and climate pollution.
According to a news release, Seattle utilizes more than $30 million each year from all funding sources to support food work. This includes funding food security programs, food rescue efforts, and community gardening like “P-Patches.”
“We are building a city where all communities have access to fresh, affordable, and culturally relevant foods regardless of their race, neighborhood, or income,” Harrell said at a press conference on Thursday.
One of the main roadblocks for Seattleites having better access to food is the rising costs of goods. According to the proposed Food Action Plan, Seattle-area households spent 11.9% of their budget on food in 2020-2021, with $6,686 of their food dollars being spent on food at home and $3,568 on food away from home.
One example of Seattle’s food programs is “Fresh Bucks,” which distributes $40 to incomeeligible households each month to buy produce at any participating retailer. Every $1 spent through the program is estimated to generate $1.54 in the local economy, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The program is highly sought after by Seattle residents with demand consistently exceeding available enrollment spots. The program has an active waitlist.
As part of the 2024 Food Action Plan, Fresh Bucks would be a priority program to expand so the $40 stipend would be more widely available.
The 2024 Food Action Plan also prioritizes racial and social equity. This prioritization is a result of the most current U.S. Census data from the 2012 Survey of Business Owners, which found that white-owned businesses in Seattle were valued at approximately $1 million. That is more than twice the national rate of $440,343. Black-owned businesses were worth $81,777, Native American businesses at $144,762, and Asian American businesses at $372,280.
The 2024 Food Action Plan was given a do-pass recommendation by the Seattle Sustainability, City Light, Arts and Culture Committee on Friday morning. It is expected to be voted on by the full city council on Sept. 17.
CORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 200 OF PLATS PACES 70 AND 71, INCLUSIVE RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN: 074400-0170 More commonly known as 117 BENT TREE LANE, PACIFIC, WA 98047 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 3, 2021, executed by KHEMPHATHAI KEOPADAPSY, AN UNMARRIED PERSON, KHEMPHATHAI KEOPADAPSY as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as designated nominee for CARDINAL FINANCIAL COMPANY, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded November 8, 2021 as Instrument No. 20211108001271 and the beneficial interest was assigned to PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC and recorded November 15, 2022 as Instrument Number 20221115000498 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of King County, Washington. II. No action commenced by PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/ Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY WHEN DUE THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS WHICH ARE NOW IN ARREARS: DELINQUENT PAYMENT INFORMATION From August 1, 2023 To May 1, 2024 Number of Payments 10 $1,883.49 Total $18,834.90 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION August 1, 2023 May 1, 2024 $119.92 $119.92 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: November 3, 2021 Note Amount $255,000.00 Interest Paid To: July 1, 2023 Next Due Date: August 1, 2023 Current Beneficiary: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Contact Phone No: 866-549-3583 Address: 3043 Townsgate Road #200, Westlake Village, CA 91361 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $247,651.12, 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 September 6, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by August 26, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before August 26, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the August 26, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the current Beneficiary, PennyMac Loan Services, LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS
KHEMPHATHAI KEOPADAPSY 117
BENT TREE LANE, PACIFIC, WA 98047
KHEMPHATHAI KEOPADAPSY 112 TACOMA BLVD #B3, PACIFIC, WA 98047
KHEMPHATHAI KEOPADAPSY 117
BENT TREE LN SE, PACIFIC, WA 98047 by both first class and certified mail on April 1, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place March 30, 2024 on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustees’ Sale. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLO-
SURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you might eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 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: May 1, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 102159, Pub Dates: 08/21/2024, 09/11/2024, QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS
TS No WA09000043-23-1 TO No 230401910-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: HUNG G LE, AN UNMARRIED PERSON Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC FKA RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: OLD REPUBLIC TITLE, LTD Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 20220930000509 Parcel Number: 638550-0920-08 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 20, 2024, 09:00 AM, Main Entrance, King County Administration Building, 500 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, 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: UNIT 104, BUILDING F, OLYMPIC SKYLINE, A CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 8003060486, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND SURVEY MAP AND PLANS IN VOLUME 42 OF CONDOMINIUM PLATS, ON PAGES 25 THROUGH 43, INCLUSIVE, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON.SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 638550-0920-08 More commonly known as 23415 101ST AVE SE F104, KENT, WA 98031 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated September 28, 2022, executed by HUNG G LE, AN UNMARRIED PERSON as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded September 30, 2022 as Instrument No. 20220930000509 and the beneficial interest was assigned to RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC FKA RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation and recorded December 13, 2023 as Instrument Number 20231213000771 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of King County, Washington. II. No action commenced by RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC FKA RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation, 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 AR-
REARS: DELINQUENT PAYMENT IN-
FORMATION From February 1, 2023 To May 10, 2024 Number of Payments 16
$1,536.87 Total $24,589.92 LATE
CHARGE INFORMATION February 1, 2023 May 10, 2024 $153.68 $153.68
PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: September 28, 2022 Note Amount $263,355.00 Interest Paid To: January 1, 2023 Next Due Date: February 1, 2023 Current Beneficiary: RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC FKA RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation Contact Phone No: 877-426-8805 Address: 446 Wrenplace Road, Fort Mill, SC 29715 IV.
The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $262,526.16, 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 September 20, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by September 9, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before September 9, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the September 9, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the current Beneficiary, RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC FKA RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS HUNG G LE 23415 101ST AVE SE F104, KENT, WA 98031 HUNG G LE 23210 114TH WAY SE, KENT, WA 98031 by both first class and certified mail on January 2, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place January 3, 2024 on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustees’ Sale. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you might eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 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: May 10, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456
TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 102351, Pub Dates: 08/21/2024, 09/11/2024, QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS
Construction company fined for worksite violations
By Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries cited and fined Lane Construction Corporation in July for workers riding a crane lift to get in and out of a 95foot vertical shaft at a construction site for the Seattle Public Utilities’ Ship Canal Water Quality Project.
Workers told inspectors the construction elevator that was supposed to take them in and out of the shaft broke down in January. Rather than repairing the elevator, Lane Construction management decided to provide employee access to the tunnel by using a large crane at the work location, Washington State Department of Labor & Industries said in a press release.
Hoisting workers with crane highly hazardous
This type of personnel hoisting is considered a last resort as it is highly hazardous and could result in serious physical harm, permanent disability, or the death of workers.
Inspectors also determined Lane Construction did not follow relevant safety requirements including the minimum 20-foot clearance distance from power lines while hoisting the workers.
“The rule allows lifting workers only if no other method is available or safer,” said Craig Blackwood, assistant director for L&I’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health. “That was not the case here. There was an elevator on site that should have been repaired. We hope this will compel Lane to put worker safety above cutting corners to save time and money,” he said. Lane Construction was cited with two willful serious and two serious violations totaling $155,300 in the latest case.
A willful violation is one where L&I finds evidence a company knew or should have known about a hazard or a rule. A serious violation is one where there is a substantial probability that worker death or serious physical harm could result from a hazardous condition. The company is appealing the fines.
Penalties from citations go into the workers' compensation supplemental pension fund, helping injured workers and families of those who have died on the job.
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according to the package instructions. Drain the noodles and immediately run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain well, then transfer the noodles to a wide serving bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of the dressing and stir to coat. (This will prevent the noodles from sticking.)
Add the carrot, red pepper, scallions, cucumber, cabbage, edamame, cilantro and 1 tablespoon of the sesame seeds. Drizzle with about 3 to 4 tablespoons of the dressing (or to your taste) and toss to evenly distribute the ingredients. Garnish with additional edamame, cilantro and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds. Serve the noodles at room temperature or chilled. Pass the remaining dressing for drizzling. Any remaining dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Fall Boats Afloat this week
The Fall Boats Afloat Show docks at Seattle’s Lake Union Piers at South Lake Union Sept. 12-15, spotlighting the decade’s biggest line-up of outstanding motor yachts, a variety of sailboat offerings, luxury cruisers, highperformance craft, rugged fishing models and much more. The show will feature a number of craft making their debut at the show.
With more than 150 world-class craft on display, the show offers plenty to see and explore including quality shoreside exhibitors. Showgoers can learn about the latest innovations in accessories and marine services while the Dockside Marketplace features products by nautical-inspired artisans. Showgoers can take advantage of free educational seminars, hands-on activities for children (the show is free for children 12 and under), daily entertainment, tasty food offerings and much more.
Presented by the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association (NYBA) since 1978, this boating tradition offers lively “go-to” opportunity to learn about the latest boating lifestyle and technology trends.
“BOATS OF NOTE” INCLUDE MAJOR INTRODUCTIONS
The show’s “Boats of Note” represent the latest, distinctive boating designs - including several models making their U.S. or Northwest debut. Headturning examples include the regional introduction of 86-foot Sanlorenzo SL 86 presented by Worth Avenue Yachts. The highstyle floating masterpiece embodies the pinnacle of Italian craftsmanship, seamlessly blending innovative engineering and performance.
The largest motoryacht in the show, the luxurious 105-foot Ocean Alexander 32L is a roomy five-stateroom beauty with many of the same features found in much larger “superyachts,” including a magnificent open flybridge and spacious skylounge. Marking its debut in North America, the Targa 41 from
Cardinal Yacht Sales offers a brand-new experience in offshore boating with highly customizable features emphasizing improved comfort and smart design.
New to this market, the Fleming 58 Pilothouse Motoryacht from Chuck Hovey Yachts is renowned for its robust construction, elegant design, modern amenities and superior performance. Presented by Rock Harbor Boats, the first Antares 12 on the West Coast represents forward-thinking advances in equipment, comfort and elegance.
Oaksmith Yachts will unveil the highly anticipated Jasper Marine Defender 22 in its exclusive U.S. debut with its perfect blend of rugged durability, cutting-edge design and unmatched versatility, while Irwin Yacht Sales presents the rarely seen multipurpose Blackfin 232DC that easily accommodates fishing enthusiasts and family activities.
Our region loves its houseboats, and Marine Service Center presents the Modern 11 from LaMare Houseboats. With light-filled European flair, this spacious houseboat is ideal for 4 to 6 people.
HOW-TO ADVICE, FAMILY FUN AND MORE
Free to showgoers, area experts share the latest information on boating trends, technology and destinations in engaging seminars. Speakers and topics include Bob Whale, “Boating Up to Alaska;” Scott Irwin, “Cruising Lifestyle - Is It For you?”; Ryan Davis, “First Aid”; Aaron Barnett, “Pump out and Pollution Prevention” and Courtney Wingard, “Insurance 101.”
The Center for Wooden Boats will host “Kid’s Toy Boat Building” from noon to 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. It is free, with all the materials provided.
Live music complements the dockside festivities with top local talent taking the stage each day of the show. Performers include the U Family Band, Stanley Alleyne (Thursday, Sept. 12); Doug Rusk (Friday, Sept. 13); Edmonds/Woodway
High School Jazz Quartet, The Jewel Tones (Saturday, Sept.14) and Edmonds/ Woodway High School Jazz Quartet, The Wednesday Club (Sunday, Sept. 15). Salmon for Soldiers (salmonforsoldiers.org) returns as the show’s Official Charity Partner as it provides free fishing activities throughout the year for veterans and active-duty military personnel. With a mission to reduce stress and create new relationships through boating and fishing, showgoers can show their support by purchasing raffle tickets for a variety of prizes. While strolling the docks showgoers’ tastebuds will be tempted by fresh seafood, hot dogs, donuts, coffee, pastries and ice cream, with an outdoor bar serving craft beers, wine and pre-mixed cocktails.
New this year, the Opening Day Ticket (Thursday, Sept.12) includes the ticketholder’s choice of a wine, beer or nonalcoholic beverage in price of the discounted $20 ticket (available onlineonly at boatsafloatshow. com), redeemable at the Breakwater Bar. Women's Day (Friday, September 13) celebrates women’s growing involvement in boating. All are welcome, but women can purchase discounted tickets$10 online or $11 at the door; valid for admission on Friday, Sept. 13.
SHOW HOURS AND TICKETS
Show hours are Thursday and Friday (Sept. 12-13), 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday (September 14), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday (Sept. 15), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $22 for adults 18 and over, $5 for teens ages 13-17, and is free for children 12 and under. Tickets can also be purchased through the show’s website including discounted adult tickets ($20) and a multi-day “All Access Pass” for $35, available exclusively online at boatsafloatshow.com.
For more information visit www.boatsafloatshow.com. The 2024 Fall Boats Afloat Show is located at Lake Union Piers on the shores of South Lake Union at 901 Fairview Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109.