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hris and Gail Martelli spent much of their time following daughter Adrienne’s life in sports – from childhood through Curtis High School – from soccer to cross-country to basketball. “It was all great fun,” Gail said. “Then rowing popped up.” That was in 2006, when Adrienne was a freshman at the University of Washington. She’d never been in a racing boat, never even touched an oar. “I fell in love with the uniformity and precision of it,” said Adrienne, who’s now 28. “That and the fact that tall women compete in rowing. In high school, I was a giant at just over six feet. In crew, everyone was my size. It was like coming home.” If a boat was home to Adrienne, it was a mobile home. She rowed four years with the Huskies, the last year as team captain. “Coaches kept telling her college rowing was a stepping stone for her,” Gail said. “She had no idea what that meant.” Adrienne found out after graduation: the Olympics. The chance to row in the Olympics as part of the women’s quad skull –the 2,000meter race with four women rowing with

“The Olympic experience has far exceeded my expectations, on every level.” – Adrienne Martelli two oars each – was irresistible. But not a simple decision. “What I put on hold was a steady income, a home, having money,” she said, laughing. “I had this unique, unbelievable opportunity – and to not do it would not be living my life.” Two years of intense, daily training earned her a spot on the 2012 Olympic team, where her boat won a bronze medal, the women’s first in 28 years. “After we won the medal, I took a few months off,” Adrienne said. “I was very wishy-washy on whether I wanted to continue rowing. The training is overwhelming, but I thought if I stopped enjoying it, I could always walk away.” In January 2013, Adrienne left her parent’s University Place home and traveled to the Princeton training center in New Jersey. She had no guarantee of making the 2016 U.S. team. The women competing for a spot on that team have trained virtually each day since. The last 10 months were as difficult as any in her life. “She broke a rib last summer, and that set her back,” said father Chris. “Then she reinjured it in the fall. She didn't make the trip to Europe and the World games. “We'd been telling family and friends, ‘Don't be surprised if it doesn't happen this year’. There are 16 enormously talented women who worked hard for four years, and if you get picked, one of your friends isn't going.” Back in Princeton, after 3 ½ years of training, Adrienne reached the final week before the U.S. team was named. “Our team selection is based on machines we train on, and I hadn't accelerated at the same rate as teammates. I've had injuries, and I was told I was too slow at times,” she said. “I felt on the outside looking in. I didn't think I was

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going to make the team. “I knew it would be close. The last week, things worked better and better for me …” On Sunday, she telephoned her parents. “I made the team,” Adrienne said. So Adrienne will head for Brazil and the 2016 Olympics on July 26. Her parents will be flying there, too. “It’s going to cost a fortune, but what are you going to do?” asked Chris. “We went to London in 2012. We watched the Olympics all our lives, then all of a sudden we're there, our daughter is rowing and winning a medal. How could we not go?” These Olympics will be Adrienne’s last. “I’ve had the chance to explore my strengths as an individual,” she said. “As a team, we have pushed one another and supported one another. When I step away, the biggest thing I'll miss is being part of the team. “To think about training for another four years makes me a little ill.” After the games, it will be time to start the next chapter of her life. “It’s a running joke in my family – ‘so, what are you going to do after this?’ I don't really know. Med school is probably off the table. Not that I couldn't, but to jump from this to that, it seems too much. “I’m going to look into coaching. I’d like to see the joy in racing for high school rowers. Long-term? I don't know. “The Olympic experience has far exceeded my expectations, on every level,” Adrienne said. “In London in 2012, as we were starting our warmups, I looked to my left and there was my dad, leaning on a lamp post, giving me a thumbs up. That’s one of the best memories of my life.”

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University Place has no shortage of quality educators, including Narrows View Intermediate School teacher Jeff Grosshamf, who this month received the teacher of the year award from the West Tacoma Optimist Club. Grosshamf has been a physical education teacher at Narrows View for more than 17 years, and is heavily involved in extracurricular activities, including the TriStar Basketball Competition sponsored by the West Tacoma Optimist Club. Grosshamf is always dedicated to helping kids learn, and they in turn show him respect, which can oftentimes be hard to do with a bunch of teenagers. “You walk into Jeff ’s gym for P.E class and all of the students have an assigned seat. The minute they step through the door, they wait until he gives them directions in a class before they do anything. Some of those classes consist of 70 students and they are so well behaved, so considerate of him,”

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In 2014, a group of University Place residents decided that their holiday season would be spent giving back to those in need in Tacoma. On New Years Eve, they drove into Tacoma and delivered more than 60 sandwiches and various coats and socks to people who were homeless in the city, and a brand new non-profit organization, Lenny and the DreamMakers was born. “We had great success that year and we felt really good about it,” said founder Mary u See GIVING BACK / page 9

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gradUaTIoN daY. Bronwyn Clarke, left, earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics, Philosophy and Economics and a minor in Global Engagement. Having graduated just last month, she will venture off this fall to continue her education, but in the meantime plans to spend time with her sister Victoria (above, left) and parents Andi and Shane. By Matt Nagle matt@universityplacepress.net

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t may be unusual for a 13-year-old to discover her calling in life, but it happened for Bronwyn Clarke. Now all grown up and focusing on her vocation, this fall she will be heading to Oxford University to continue pursuing her dreams of working in the world of politics. “Knowing what I wanted to do at an early age really put me on a great path,” she said. “I consider it a rare gift to know early on – it’s something to build upon and cherish.” This month Clarke reached a milestone when she graduated from University of Washington-Tacoma with a Bachelor of Arts in Politics, Philosophy and Economics and a minor in Global Engagement. She did so with high honors too, earning the President’s Medal for achieving the most distinguished academic record at the University among her graduating class. Her newly won bachelor’s degree is in addition to the Associate of Arts degree in Political Science with emphasis on economics she had already earned from South Puget Sound Community College as a Running Start student. Clarke also engaged heavily in co-curricular learning outside of school through student government at UWT. Among her accomplishments there, a highlight was working with UWT Chancellor Dr. Mark A. Pagano and members of the administration to institute a $12 minimum wage for campus workers, including students. “I led a task force to figure out what students were saying, what the facts were on how it would impact us and what policy we wanted to propose going forward,” Clarke explained. “The chancellor followed our recommendations to a ‘T’ so I think that may have helped with the President’s Award.” Clarke said that overall, student government has been the best professional experience of her life. One of the things that made it so was the opportunity to collaborate on drafting a memorandum on shared governance at the university. “We got that signed by the chancellor the day of commencement. Hopefully that will establish in writing the principals of shared governance – of having administration, students, faculty and staff at the same decision making table.” Clarke has several months off before she’s due at Oxford to engage in a twoyear Masters degree program in comparative social policy, which involves comparing and contrasting the welfare systems of European countries and the U.S. When she finishes up at Oxford in 2018, Clarke is looking to build up more of her knowledge of social policy in Washington, D.C. by working for a non-profit public policy organization like the Brookings Institution. “Then after I get that experience and connections, I’d love to come back to Washington, preferably Tacoma, and maybe run for office.”

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Her mom and dad hailing from South Africa, Bronwyn was born in Southern California shortly after her parents immigrated to the states in the early 90s. Her father was working in the geographical information systems industry in South Africa and came to the U.S. to ultimately land the family in Olympia where the regional headquarters for the company is located. “My parents made a significant commitment to going back to visit frequently, so every two to three years growing up, we’d go back for a month or two. When I was 12 or 13, we did a year of South African history as well, so it was cool for

our mom to teach us that as part of our heritage.” It was on one of those trips that Clarke experienced a moment that would shape her future life aspirations – hearing Senator John McCain speak negatively of thenpresidential hopeful Barack Obama. “We were on our way to South Africa one year around Halloween time and I was in an airport passively watching a TV. John McCain was talking to a reporter and he said something like, ‘You know what my Halloween nightmare is? Obama being president.’” Not that the Clarkes were big Obama supporters – Bronwyn comes from a fairly conservative background, she said, but she couldn’t get past McCain’s statements. “I was 13 and I was shocked at the negative campaigning tactics that were going on. For me, as someone who identified more with McCain’s values, I was wondering why our guy was doing this? ”That sparked a passion in me and I held onto it.” Three years later Clarke entered public education for the first time through Running Start and spent three years at South Puget Sound Community College studying political science. Prior to this, Clarke had been homeschooled, as was her younger sister Victoria. She said being homeschooled gave her very tangible advantages in her education. “I was free to explore my interests,” she said. “At the same time, my parents made sure I had a solid foundation in math and sciences and writing.” Her dad’s commitment to her mathematics education contributed to Clarke’s development as an independent thinker. “He’s very systematic and engrained in this idea that if you get something wrong, you go back and you work until you figure it out. That gave me a really good framework for learning how to teach myself.” Under her mom’s guidance Bronwyn practiced writing and she authored a fantasy novel series, which helped her find her writing “voice.” She learned chemistry and physics pretty much of her own accord. “If I had problems, I’d take them to my dad.” Clarke’s parents also helped her to develop sure footing in Christian faith as well, which continues to guide her on her life’s path. “For me, my faith as a Christian is what informs my political ideology,” she said. “I tend to prioritize my belief that everyone is created with God-given potential. When it comes to my relationships with people, I relate to people with love, concern, care and respect. I’ve come to see that truth is less black and white and more multi-faceted. I respect every opinion because it may show me a facet that I couldn’t see.” As with her academic studies, Clarke’s parents encouraged her to explore her faith rather than to simply believe what her family believes. She said she went to church her whole life and when she was around 11 years old her parents started to impress on her that Christianity is not a faith that’s handed down; it’s something through which you come into your own if you feel drawn to do so. “My parents, while I was growing up, always emphasized to know why you believe what you believe – not that you just believe it. For me it was okay to have questions and to ask, ‘why am I a Christian and why should it inform every area of my life?’” Clarke said she and her younger sister, who is studying aeronautical engineering, have never fit the mold of what is often expected of conservative, Christian women who, unlike the Clarke sisters, are often not encouraged to dream big. “We’ve always both been unique in that respect among our friends and peers,” she said. “It’s rare to find (conservative,

Christian) women who are really passionate about getting a career and giving back to the world in that way, as opposed to seeking a service oriented job like teacher, childcare worker or stay at home mom,” she said. Indeed, Clarke is an example to encourage other young women to be okay with being different and pursuing passions that may not be the “norm.” “Being a Christian in politics is hard. There are stereotypes that people project on you, like they say you must be a Reagan, Moral Majority person, and you get boxed into those things. I try to be careful… I want to think for myself about how my faith informs my vocation rather than getting boxed in.” Clarke has her own take on immigration, for example, borne on her parents’ heritage and how they came to this country as non-citizens years ago. As recent statements during the race for U.S. President have focused on barring Muslim immigrants, Clarke believes differently. “I have so many friends at school who are Muslim. They’re some of my best friends and they contribute so much diversity of thought. There’s so much missed

opportunity to be collaborating with these communities, particularly on the conservative side. They vote liberal because they feel unwelcome in conservative circles, but in reality, they may have the same social conservative views.” It’s sensibilities like this that drive Clarke and will no doubt impact her viewpoints and decision-making as she continues her quest for education and first-hand experiences on her road to a future in political circles that was sparked that day watching McCain on TV at the airport. “I’m still repulsed by negative campaigning tactics, but I’ve come to see it’s much bigger than that. It’s also about political ideology – how they influence the policies that we have and the solutions that we’re not finding because of the way our two-party system is constructed. Also, policy is a great way to influence lives and help people, which is really attractive to me. “I want to give back. I want to challenge this country to live up to its aspirations and ideals because this is my home. This is where my parents chose to stay and where God has placed me.”

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VALUES ARE GOING UP By Connie Ladenburg

In a previous column, “A Piece of the Pie,â€? I talked about our revenue pie (sales tax, property tax and levy revenue). I also explained what makes up the property tax pie and all the “ingredientsâ€? that determine the makeup of that pie: levies for schools, the state, fire, the county, cities and towns, roads, libraries and park districts. This column is about property LADENBURG valuation, which determines the size of the property pie. Our property tax is determined first and foremost on the valuation of your property. You probably have just received your property valuation. Recently, Assessor Treasurer Mike Lonergan came to our Council meeting on June 21 to explain why (watch at http://tinyurl.com/jz5lazo). You can contact Mike at (253) 798-6111 or on the web at www.co.pierce. wa.us/atr. I am going to attempt to share with you what was said. What you will see on your card is a valuation of your property for this year. The Assessor will use this information to calculate your fair share of next year’s property tax, used for many government services. This card is not a tax bill. An increase in valuation does not result in a corresponding increase in your tax bill, although it does factor into the calculation. Your tax will depend largely on voted taxes in the school, fire and park districts of your area. The County’s property tax revenue not only comes from residential property tax, but also commercial property and any new construction, both residential and commercial. The card you have received in not about your specific property tax, but about how much your property is worth. Valuations are calculated yearly based on on-site visits in one sixth of the county, real estate sales in the area and like neighborhoods, and trends in real estate sales. From this information, valuation across the County increased 8 ½ percent. However, in order to provide equalization across the State, Pierce County was required by State law to increase the valuation by 2 percent. So the total average increase in valuation is approximately 10 percent. This is a significant growth factor and one that is being seen across the State. On your card you will see the valuation of your property. You can also check the web site, www.co.pierce.wa.us/ atr, click on “Property Tax & Valueâ€? and enter your parcel number or address. Hopefully it will be good news. If you disagree, there is an appeal process and that information is also on the Assessor’s web page. An appeal must be filed by Aug. 22, 2016. The good news for Pierce County is that valuation has been increasing since 2012, evidence that the economy is improving. In 2008, the cost of properties was depressed, good news for buyers but not for sellers. Now you will be able to get fair market value for your property. This year’s valuation of residential properties is $86 billion, compared to $69.1 billion in 2012. This increase results in growing our “pie.â€? Depending on the amount, it may result in governments ability to hire more teachers, to clean up our parks, to hire more cops and pave more roads. Citizens determine what is in the pie i.e. schools, parks, port operations, general government (police fire, sewers, roads, etc). It also means that your property is worth more. That investment you made when you bought your home is starting to be back to paying off. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that this is truly a sign that the Great Recession is receding!

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placed along the shoreline in shallow water at locations offering the best visibility. West Pierce Fire & Rescue has provided the materials and labor for installation of these signs at no cost to the property owners. It is the goal of West Pierce Fire & Rescue to continue to reach those in need as quickly as possible. In addition to the Lake Addressing Program, West Pierce Fire & Rescue has trained rescue swimmers and divers, as a part of the dive rescue program. In May, emergency responders from a range of South Sound fire and police departments trained at the Fircrest city pool learn how to conduct water rescues. West Pierce Fire & Rescue hosts the training program up to twice a year, usually for 10 or more responders from emergency agencies at a time. This spring’s group of 11 emergency responders came from five fire departments as well as the Lakewood Police Department and includes a week of training, with pool time to help prepare

for lake or ocean rescues. “It trains rescuers to be ready for any kind of incident on the water,� Fire Chief Jim Sharp said. “It’s great to have the collaboration with everybody taking the same class. That way, everyone knows the same folks that are going to be in the water with them.� While the main need for water rescues within West Pierce happen most often within Lakewood’s lakes, response teams can come from a variety of departments, depending on the situation. Because of that, it makes sense to pool resources about training. West Pierce Fire & Rescue also has trained divers on staff that supplement the rescue swimmers during a water rescue. In addition, a mostly grant-funded fire and rescue boat, The Endeavor, was placed into service in 2013 to respond to emergencies in the Puget Sound. West Pierce Fire & Rescue continues to train on all water rescue operations year-round and rescuers are ready for any type of situation that may arise.

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It’s not easy being a baseball fan. We’re not talking about a simple passing interest in the game itself, but an actual zeal for the game and a ball club. As the hopes of a new season are rekindled sometime around Spring Training, it’s the long days of summer that test the mettle of any true baseball believer. While a Major League Baseball season is an incredible marathon of 162 games, the Triple-A version isn’t far behind with 144. When people talk about being invested in a team, due to the sheer enormity of contests in a given season, there’s probably no larger emotional investment than the blood, sweat, heartache and tears of a diehard baseball fan. Everyone knows that it’s much better to be able to root for a team that is winning games and in the thick of a run for a championship. Sure, the heart rate gets up there sometimes, and the occasional slump that inevitably happens during such a long season can try the resolve of the most true-blue baseball fan. Of course, for every good baseball team there are an equal number of mediocre and just plain rotten ball clubs. Any longsuffering fan around the Puget Sound can tell you just how trying it is to hang one’s hopes upon a bad baseball team. If you’re a Mariner or Rainier fan, or if you even go back to the Tigers or before, you know the pain. Fortunately, baseball fans around these parts are in the midst of a birthday party that won’t seem to end. Even though they’ve fallen back to earth a bit, the Seattle Mariners are fielding a serious, competitive ball club that looks like it might have enough potency and staying power to make a real go of it all the way through the end of the season. At 39-38, the Mariners sit just a couple of games back in the MLB Wild Card standings and that is exceptional news coming from a team that has been a serial heartbreaker for well over a decade now, and we’re not even going to bring up the dark days of the 70’s and 80’s.

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All that big city stuff aside, the real deal is happening in our own backyard at Cheney Stadium. Let’s cut to the chase with the Tacoma Rainiers. Since the season started on Thursday, April 7 with an exciting 6-5 win over the Albuquerque Isotopes, the Rainiers have been sitting in first place of the Pacific Coast League (PCL) Pacific Northern standings. Let’s soak that in for a little bit. For 78 straight baseball games, the Tacoma Rainiers have been the cream of the crop in their division. Sure, the team slipped a little recently and found themselves tied with the Reno Aces atop the standings, but that lasted a whole two days. Since that point, the Rainiers have concluded their recent road trip with a 5-2 record and sit 2.5 games ahead of Reno. Boasting a 44-34 record, the Rainiers will be returning home to Cheney Stadium for a four-game series with the Las Vegas 51s (41-37) of the PCL’s Pacific Southern division. For the Rainiers, there is no place like the cozy confines of Cheney. Tacoma holds the best home record in the PCL with a mark of 24-11. The next-best home mark is held by the El Paso Chihuahuas at 25-15. In fact, the baseball has been so

good around these parts that Tacoma fans are threatening to set a new attendance record for Rainiers game averaging 4,893 fans per game. After the upcoming holiday weekend home stand, don’t be surprised to see that number inch closer to, or over, the 5,000 mark. Tacoma manager Pat Listach and his staff have been doing an exemplary bit of work so far this season, and the enormity of it shouldn’t be understated. As of this issue, the Tacoma Rainiers have went through 83 player transactions in 78 games. No, that isn’t a typo. With the recent spate of injuries to the Seattle Mariner pitching staff, the Rainier clubhouse has seen a revolving door of new and old faces passing in and sometimes back out. One recent player transaction is still painful to think about. After starting the Tacoma season as a Triple-A signee, and not on the Mariner 40-man extended roster, pitcher Adrian Sampson got the big call-up to the Mariners and started his first MLB career game at Boston’s Fenway Park on Saturday, June 18. After a so-so four-plus innings of work, Sampson was set for another shot at the mound on Thursday, June 23 in Detroit.

Sampson never made it out of warmups after feeling some pain in his elbow and was scratched from his start. Further investigation found that Sampson had suffered a flexor bundle injury and would need surgery, ultimately ending his season in a heartbeat. No, we’ve never heard of a flexor bundle either. Sampson, a native of Redmond, finished the season 7-4 for Tacoma with a 3.25 earned run average. On a brighter note, another recent player transaction involved catcher Rob Brantly. When the Rainiers sent out a “Placed on Temporarily Inactive List” notice about Brantly, the question was “now what?” Well, lucky for Tacoma baseball fans, and even luckier for Brantly, the young slugger will be spending a short time away from the ball club as his wife is expecting to give birth. It’s hard to imagine a better reason for taking some time away from being a professional baseball player. Best wishes go out to the Brantly’s and the newest member of their family. Tacoma begins their four-game home stand on Thursday, June 30 against Las Vegas. It happens to be Ken Griffey Jr. Night, so fans should be prepared for a big crowd as the first 2,500 through the gates will receive a free Griffey bobblehead. First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Many fans are unaware that Griffey is actually a Rainier alum, registering one at-bat in 1995 on a rehabilitation assignment. One at-bat is good enough for us Griffey, we’re glad to call you a Rainer for life. Friday night’s game will be followed by a fireworks show. With temperatures expected in the 70’s throughout the home stand, there’s a solid chance we’ll get through this Fourth of July weekend without the dread Puget Sound fizzle. Sunday, July 3 will be a special night game starting at 7:05 p.m. and will conclude with yet another fireworks show. Two firework extravaganzas in one weekend is going to pack Cheney Stadium to the rafters. Expect lots of traffic and make sure to get to the ball park early as the Rainiers look to maintain their hammerlock on first place.

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TACOMA MAN SELECTED TO RING NYSE OPENING BELL

PHOTOS COURTESY OF JOHN GAINES

DING DING. (left) Tacoma native John Gaines will be ringing the New York Stock Exchange opening bell on July 15. (Right) Gaines is a successful Boeing employee and motivational speaker. By Derek Shuck Derek@universityplacepress.net

Tacoma has a lot to be proud of in its movers and shakers that have positively impacted the world. One of these people is John Gaines. Born in Hilltop, Gaines rose from adversity to work at Boeing and become a motivational speaker – and now he has been invited to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on July 15. “In the early 1990s the Hilltop area had some of the highest drug and crime rates in America. I was right in the midst of that crime and those drugs, and a lot of that crime went on in my house,� Gaines said. Gaines attended Bellarmine Prep and ended up getting a football scholarship to East Central in Oklahoma where he helped his team win a championship. Gaines then traveled to Washington, D.C. for an internship with a law firm. After about a week, he realized where his heart really belongs: Tacoma. “I have such a passion for Tacoma and

for everything going on here. I wanted to help young people in Tacoma,� Gaines said “I want all young people to know that their dreams are possible regardless of the adversity that they might face in life and to never stop believing and dreaming.� Gaines began volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club, the same one he visited as a child, to assist at risk-kids. He eventually decided to apply to Boeing. “I work at the Renton site,� he said. “I just received my masters degree in leadership and management, and I actually loved it, loved everything about it. About a year into it, one of my managers volunteered me to speak at an event.� Gaines began speaking at company events, and soon developed such a love for it that he began a motivational speaking career. “Before I developed a passion for speaking, I was nervous but I ended up going to different staff meetings, just speaking to give back to the community, to give back to the Boys and Girls Club, and from that I developed such a passion

for speaking. In addition to Boeing where I see all these adults so inspired, I felt like I could make an impact in the community to one day be in a position to give back,� Gaines said. “I developed a passion for speaking – I knew I wanted to inspire people. It wasn’t something I was naturally good at but at the Boeing company, it was something I was able to learn. I was able to find my passion at Boeing.� Gaines impressed the company so much that a manager asked him to write his story down for an opportunity to represent the company at the New York Stock Exchange. “Someone literally read my story and the leadership team selected me as one of the people to go to New York,� Gaines said. Gaines is honored to take part in a historic event that great leaders of our time have participated in. “It’s a really big deal. When I was seven my mother passed away, and I remember the week after I went to school, our teacher asked us to write down our

dreams. I said I want to inspire, to be like Dr. King, so as I got older I studied people like Nelson Mandela and Dr. King. For me to start doing things on a national level, a thing guys like Nelson Mandela have been part of this ceremony in the past, this is an incredible moment. I’m positioning myself to do more than I have ever dreamed of to start inspiring the world,� Gaines said. And he intends to start right here from the City of Destiny, a base of operations near and dear to his heart. “Everywhere I go, people talk about how beautiful Tacoma is. They also mention suicide rates and crime rate. For me, the most beautiful thing is the opportunity. There is so much unlocked potential here in Tacoma amongst the people. Once we unlock our potential, Tacoma will be everything it was created to be – truly the City of Destiny, not just beautiful scenery but beautiful people as well,� Gaines said. For more information on John Gaines’ motivational speaking, visit johnpushgaines.com.

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Beth Quinsey. “We started saving stuff up sooner in the year so we’d have more stuff to give out, so the next year we doubled what we did. We gave out 120 sandwiches and lots more coats, hats, toiletries and that type of thing.” Lenny and the DreamMakers got their name from Quinsey’s cat, Lenny, who is always hanging out when the team is sowing pillows for foster children, another activity the group is involved in. Lenny has since become a bit of a mascot for the group. “Our kitty cat seemed to be very interested. He would come lay next to where the needle goes up and down on the sewing machine. He’s a real mellow cat – he was right there every time I made a pillowcase, so I just said that we should be Lenny and the DreamMakers. With the pillowcases, that would be a great name for all the things that we do – we hope we’re fulfilling dreams,” Quinsey said. The group has about 14 regular members and makes multiple trips into Tacoma with supplies every year. Many of the members were once homeless. “I think that gives us a unique perspective on the problems facing those who are homeless,” Quinsey said. “I

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IMAGINATION AND BUBBLES LEAD TO UP AUTHOR’S FIRST CHILDREN’S BOOK exhibits, commissioned work and murals. Writing children’s fiction, however, was always in the back of her mind. After her divorce, Forrest realized art would not be enough to make a living, so she decided to make a major change in the direction of her life. “I realized that it was my time to rekindle what I wanted to do in life and to build something for myself. One of my goals was to be an author and I didn’t feel like I had made a real go at it, so this was my chance,� she said. Childhood memories of happily playing with bubbles for hours provided the inspiration for her first book. “Bubbles warp what we see and they change the light,� Forrest said. “As I looked at the changes within the bubbles, my brain would envision individuals who were enclosed in worlds different from the world I was living in.� The imaginary worlds soon led to an adventure featuring a young heroine named Erin (after one of Forrest’s daughters). The book is geared toward ages 7-10 or a 3rd-4th grade reading level to address what Forrest believes is a lack of good books for newly independent readers. Forrest also hopes her young female character will inspire young girls. “There aren’t enough young female characters who are strong and adventurous,� Forrest said. “I wanted to emphasize that girls can be brave, go on adventures and solve problems.� The importance of holding onto your imagination is another

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A bubble wand transformed by a little girl’s imagination has resulted in a new children’s book by University Place author Lori Forrest. “The Castle in the Bubble� is the first in a series focusing on a strong young heroine who goes off on adventures into imaginary worlds that suddenly appear within bubbles in her bubble wand. Forrest, who is also a gifted artist, took several decades before she began transforming her memories into a children’s book. As an English Literature major at University of Puget Sound, Forrest took numerous creative writing classes and wrote a few short stories and poetry, then put her writing career on hold after she got married and had four children. During that time she took several online painting and drawing courses, which led to several

key aspect of the book. “Imagination is a quality that gets lost into adulthood. Responsibility and practicality takes over when you become an adult, but if you can maintain your imagination that you had as a child, it enhances everything you do in your adult life,� Forrest said. “Being successful in your job often means coming up with ideas and thinking out of the box. It’s important to foster imagination so that it isn’t lost as kids grow up.� Writing the story also helped Forrest learn about herself. “I didn’t know what was going to happen when I first started,� she said. “As I wrote, I got to go on the adventure with my character.� And like her heroine, Forrest found it wasn’t always an easy task. “Trying to self publish and deal with a multitude of tasks was very challenging and scary. It took determination to get to the end and at times I didn’t feel like I could do it. I’m braver than I thought I was. I was constantly working on my goal and I’m very proud of what I’ve accomplished.� And like the girl in the bubble, Forrest will continue on her adventure as she works on her second book entitled “The Underwater Bubble.� Earlier this month, Forrest was the featured author at Chambers Primary in University Place, reading excerpts from her book to 3rd-grade classrooms. She also donated copies of the books to the classroom libraries

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MOUNTAIN MUESLI

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MADE IN TACOMA. Mountain Muesli founders fashioned its branding with a Northwest vibe to reflect health in all aspects. By William Manzanares william@universityplacepress.net

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A stay-at-home dad at the time, Young began experimenting with various grains and sweeteners to develop a cross between European muesli and American granola that he calls American muesli. “I came up with the recipe that is now our Blueberry Walnut, which is our original flavor,” Young explained, and the familyrun company Mountain Muesli was born in 2011. More flavor combinations were soon added, such as cranberry hazelnut and cherry almond, and new products as well like snack bites called Muesli Minis. “After we were in business for about a year, we started to manufacture the snack bites, which has become our more popular product,” Young said. “They’re really a cereal bite that’s held together with some almond butter and some really good stuff in there like flax seed and pumpkin seed.” Mountain Muesli prod-

ucts are gluten free and made in small batches at a dedicated facility in Tacoma to ensure that the products are never contaminated with wheat, soy, corn, eggs, dairy or peanuts. Only wholesome, all natural, non-GMO ingredients are used without any additives or preservatives. Mountain Muesli is sweetened with a blend of honey, agave syrup and coconut sugar, which has one of the lowest glycemic indexes of any sweeteners, then baked to perfection. Mountain Muesli has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats to give the body energy the natural way. As the Mountain Muesli company is growing, Young and his team are making adjustments along the way, which includes launching a separate company called Paradise Foods Northwest in order to produce additional types of healthy foods. First off the production line are gluten

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ENTERTAINMENT

FREEDOM FAIR PROMISES TO BE BETTER THAN EVER By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@universityplacepress.net

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he United States will celebrate its 240th birthday on July 4, and there may be no better place for patriots to party than at Freedom Fair. More than 100,000 revelers are expected to flock to a two-mile stretch of Ruston Way Waterfront on Fourth of July for a fun-filled day of music, food, aerial displays and, of course, the big fireworks show that will take place after sundown, around 10:10 p.m. “For the fireworks this year, we've doubled the shots,” explained Gary Grape of Tacoma Events Commission, the non-profit group that puts on Freedom Fair. “I guess what I'm saying is the show will be twice as good as it was last year because we've added that much more to the show.” Grape said there will also be an announcement dedicating the fireworks show to Tacoma sports icon Stan Naccarato, who was known for serving as chairman of the Tacoma Athletic Commission, being president and general manager of Tacoma's minor league baseball teams the Twins, Yankees, Tugs and Tigers, and master of ceremonies for Tacoma Golden Gloves boxing. He was also instrumental in bringing about the voter approval and construction of the Tacoma Dome. He was 88 when he passed away in May. Among changes at Freedom Fair this year are improvements to the Camp Patriot area, which is located near the Lobster Shop at 4015 Ruston Way. “Most people come in the McCarver entrance over by the Spar and it's kind of hard to get them to walk over a mile all the way down there,” Grape said. “But the last four or five years, through advertising and getting the word out, he's (promoter Tony La Stella) filling that park down there.” Headlining Camp Patriot this year will be “Armed

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CALENDAR EVENTS TOP PICK: ‘STRAIGHT OUTTA OZ’ Fri., July 8, 7:30 p.m. Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway Ave., Tacoma Broadway actor, MTV star, “American Idol” finalist and viral YouTube personality Todrick Hall is putting a new “twister” on L. Frank Baum’s most classic creation, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” With over 20 original songs, Hall brings to life this American classic like you’ve never seen it before. This summer, you don’t have to go to Oz because “Straight Outta Oz” is coming to a city near you. Watch as Todrick and his talented crew tell the tale of Hall’s adventures from his small town in Texas, to the big Emerald City lights of “Oz Angeles.” How does a Hollywood hopeful succeed in the business while dodging falling houses, wicked witches and the infamous “poppyrazzi?” This show is great for the family with powerful musical numbers, innovative sets, sensational choreography, dazzling costumes and a great social message. Price: $19, $29, $35, $49, VIP: $100. Info: 253.591.5894; www.broadwaycenter.org ‘AVENUE Q’ Fri., July 1, 8 p.m. Sat., July 2, 8 p.m. Sun., July 3, 2 p.m. Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd. SW, Lakewood Come and enjoy the South Sound debut of this Tony Award winning musical celebrating its first decade on Broadway. “Avenue Q” is part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart. The laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. “Avenue Q” is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite

for audiences everywhere. This show contains very mature and adult content. Parents are encouraged to research the content of this production on the show’s Broadway website at http://www.avenueq.com. Price: $29 general admission; $27 military, $26 seniors; $24 students/educators. MICHAEL ALBERT ART SHOW Fri., July 1, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tacoma Public Library, 1102 Tacoma Ave. S. Michael Albert is a New York artist who for over a decade has been creating his singular form of pop art known as “cerealism”. Utilizing recycled packaging from food items, candy, and other mass consumables, Albert fashions them into text based works. Price: Free. Info: (253) 292-2001

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UNCLE VANYA: SERF THEATRE PROJECT Fri., July 1, 6-9 p.m. King’s Books, 218 St. Helens Ave. Serf Theatre Project will present their adaptation of Uncle Vanya. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker, author of Body Awareness, Circle Mirror Transformation and The Flick, adapts Chekhov into an immensely modern, and distinctly American rendition. Price: $10; $5 for students. Info: (253) 272-8801 FINDING FAMILY Fri., July 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children’s Museum of Tacoma, 1501 Pacific Ave. This photographic exhibition by a senior at the Tacoma School of the Arts explores the different adoption experience of six families. Price: Donations accepted. Info: (253) 627-6031 ASIA PACIFIC CULTURAL CENTER MONTHLY TEA EXPERIENCE Sat., July 2, 10 a.m. Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 South Tacoma Way Come and learn about different teas and customs of the vibrant cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands. Price: $10. Info: (253) 383-3900 INTO THE WOODS Sat., July 2, 8 p.m. Dukesbay Theater, 508 Sixth Ave., #10 Once upon a time in a far off kingdom, a baker and his wife, a young maiden and a boy with his cow, journey into the woods on an adventure unlike any other. In order to achieve their dreams, they’ll face a perilous journey filled with witches, princes, wolves

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GIG HARBOR WINGS & WHEELS Sun., July 3, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tacoma Narrows Airport, Gig Harbor Featuring a car show, kid’s zone, airplane fly-bys, plane rides, food, vintage warbirds and live entertainment. Price: $15 adults, $10 seniors/military, $5 kids (6-17), 5 and under free. Info: (253) 507-9357 BEHIND THE CURTAIN Sun., July 3, 7 p.m. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. This entertaining and informative presentation has been designed to enhance the theater-going experience. In about 90 minutes, the cast and crew will present an informal, educational and enlightening introduction to the upcoming mainstage performance. Ages: All Ages. Price: Free. Info: (253) 565-6867

FORT STEILACOOM PARK BIRD WALK Tues., July 5, 8 a.m. Fort Steilacoom Park, 8714 87th Ave SW, Lakewood A monthly guided walk. Bring binoculars and a field guide (if you have one). Birders of all ages and skill levels are welcome at this rain or shine activity. Price: Free. Info: (253) 565-1603 KAREEM KANDI BAND Thurs., July 7, 8-11 p.m. G. Donnalson’s, 3814 N. 26th St. Tacoma’s favorite saxophonist leads his jazz trio through a history of the greatest hits in jazz. Price: Free. Info: (253) 761-8015

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Be advised: Setting foot inside the Gallery at Tacoma Community College is going to make your “wow” meter go crazy. The needle is going to hit some high readings as you get smacked in the face by the sumptuous color, dynamic vitality and wild imagery that exists in abundance in the TCC Gallery’s latest show: a two man exhibit of work by Nathan Barnes and Barlow Palminteri, two of the best artists currently working in the South Puget Sound region. Each artist comes from a different background. Barnes comes from a Mormon milieu and was schooled in Idaho and Utah, while Palminteri – a generation older than Barnes – is Ivy League educated and comes from a Roman Catholic background. Both men, however, are putting out colorful, energetic imagery marked by a very high level of craftsmanship. The work has artistic depth and is well made, with careful attention to detail. There is nothing chintzy here. The gallery becomes like a walk-in treasure chest. One could pick any work in the show and stand looking at it, wonder struck, for a good, long spell. Rarely does one encounter an art show in which such quantity maintains such quality. Having earned his Masters of Fine Art Degree at Idaho State University, Barnes is now resident in the South Sound area where he is rapidly making a name for himself, both as gallery coordinator of Olympia’s South Puget Sound Community College and as a very active artist participating in many local shows. His amazing works combine a hardedged painting style with sculptural elements to create wall-mounted assemblage compositions that bring together cubist multiple perspective, surrealist elements and a pop art vibe. Color, imagery and found objects are all assembled with such impeccable workmanship that they seem as if they could have been produced for mass consumption in a factory. That is to say, they have the crispness and cleanliness of a store-bought object. Yet each one is unique and each explores a multifaceted theme. “Diaspora,” for example, shows a flat, digitized portrait of one of Barnes’ polygamous ancestors. This is in turn mounted on a larger head that is full of holes. A white plastic chain with eight links hangs down the front and the whole piece is surrounded by small, colorful balls that seem to hang in orbit around the head like atomic particles around a nucleus or planets around a star. This is something of a family portrait with the eight-linked chain representing the ancestor’s eight wives and the colorful balls marking the numerous offspring of the ancestral patriarch. Barnes is restless, seemingly discontent with confinement to the squares and rectangles that bound the ordinary painter. His works overflow and jut outward. Faces and parts of faces overlap. Often there are

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Forces Icon,” an “American Idol” style singing competition that is open to veterans and active members of the military. Starting at 8 p.m., contestants will be judged on both their singing and their military record. La Stella plans to film the competition and turn it into a TV pilot that he'll shop to various networks. “So hopefully this is going to turn into something that goes national,” Grape said. Returning this year will be fan favorites like the Freedom Fair Air Show, which

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Nathan Barnes combines multiple perspective, surrealism and pop art with found elements.

openings that contain sub imagery. Barnes used the faces of family members as models for many of the works. There is also a portrait of his fellow artist, Palminteri, in a piece called “Graft,” in which the top of Palminteri’s head is grafted to a leopard-spotted octopus. Palminteri earned an art history degree from Columbia College in 1970 and later attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He kept active in the arts as he lived life and made his way west. He had a career aboard passenger trains and has finally settled down in the South Sound region where he has unleashed the artistic beast and is producing canvases of monumental scale. Much of the work in the show employs the device of putting paintings within paintings. Sometimes there are even paintings within paintings within paintings. There may be paintings of chairs shown perched upon the very chairs in the paintings. Other works use a technique called mise en abyme, which translates literally as “placed into the abyss” and refers to a feature of heraldry in which a small shield is placed within a larger shield. In big works like “Tarzan and the Romans,” Palminteri will paint a circle containing a sub scene that floats atop the dominant scene of Tarzan fighting a lion or armored, Roman gladiators engaged in heroic combat. Palminteri thus creates complex, often self-referential paintings that function on multiple levels. In addition to such conceptual dexterity, Palminteri beguiles the eye with lush, velvety color and sharp creases denoted by highlights that give them an El Greco quality. This hearkening to El Greco, the Greek-born painter that worked in 16th century Spain, is especially apparent in a work like “Spartacus,” which is Palminteri’s portrait of his fellow artist, Barnes. The show runs through Aug. 11 with an opening reception and artist talks on July 13, 4 to 6 p.m. The Gallery at TCC is free and open to the public Monday through Thursday from noon to 5 p.m. For further information visit www.tacomacc.edu/campuslife/thegallery or call (253) 460-4306. will showcase high-flying maneuvers from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; the BMX bike show, which will feature X-Games style stunts at the Ram Bighorn Stage at 3:30, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.; and the Freedom Fair Fan Club Airshow Cruise, which will begin loading at Point Ruston Dock at 12:30 p.m. before leaving at 1:15 p.m. sharp. Patrons can join the Freedom Fair Fan Club for $50. And with the loss of two major sponsorships this year, the non-profit Tacoma Events Commission is also counting on donations from fair-goers to meet the event's $220,000 budget. The commission is asking for a suggested $3 to $20 donation. Visit www.freedomfair.com for details.

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DAWSON'S: Heather Jones and the Groove Masters (R&B, soul, funk) 8 p.m., NC G. DONNALSON'S: G's showcase with Brian Feist (blues) 7:30 p.m., NC, AA REAL ART TACOMA: Lil Yase, Prep Chambers (hip-hop) 8 p.m., $15-$20, AA

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CULTURA: Fiji (reggae, soul) 8 p.m. G. DONNALSON'S: Brian Feist (blues) 7:30 p.m., NC, AA GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Notorious 253 (dance) 9 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Pre Fourth of July Bash with Zo & Sable (DJ dance) 8 p.m., $5 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC THE SPAR: Richard Allen & The Louisiana Experience (zydeco) 7 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Sol See, Irie Lights (rock, reggae) 9 p.m., $7 TACOMA COMEDY: Kermet Apio (comedy) 8, 10:30 p.m., $16-$22, 18+ early show TREOS: Danny Cash (Johnny Cash tribute) 7 p.m., NC, AA UNCLE SAM'S: El Loco, Unloaded (ZZ Top tribute, rock) 8 p.m.

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DAWSON'S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, blues, jazz) 8 p.m., NC G. DONNALSON'S: James Haye (blues) 7:30 p.m., NC, AA NEW FRONTIER: Open mic, 8 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Open mic, 7:30 p.m., NC, AA OLD TOWN PARK: Tim Monagan & The Front (rock) 6:30 p.m., NC, AA STONEGATE: Dave Nichols' Hump Day Jam, 8:30 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Comedy open mic, 8 p.m., NC, 18+ TOWER BAR & GRILL: Michelle Beaudry (jazz guitar) 4:30 p.m. THE VALLEY: Heavy Wood, Zook (“hard folk,” “spaghetti rock”) 8 p.m., NC

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ANTHEM COFFEE: Live Roots (open mic) 5 p.m., NC, AA DAWSON'S: The Billy Shew Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC REAL ART TACOMA: Torpoise album release show with Orange Version, Cheap Sweat and Item (electronic) 7 p.m., $5-$10, AA TACOMA COMEDY: BT (comedy) 8 p.m., $10-$16, 18+ TACOMA ELKS: Michael and Leslie (swing, waltz, ballroom dance) 7:30 p.m., $6-$10

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NOTICES NO. PUY-CS-CS-2016-0039 Summons in a civil action and notice of hearing IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT PUYALLUP INDIAN RESERVATION TACOMA, WASHINGTON Daniel Shane Hurd Petitioner, v. Shavon Evette Horn Respondent, The petitioner filed a child support (civil) action against you in the above named court. In order to defend yourself, you must file an answer by stating your defense in writing and filing it with the court and serving a copy on the petitioner within twenty (20) days after the day you received notice of this hearing. If you fail to respond, a DEFAULT JUDGMENT may be entered against you without further notice to you. A default judgment is a judgment granted the Petitioner for what has been asked in the Petition. This Summons in issued pursuant to Section 7.24.090(4.08.100) of the Puyallup Parental Responsibility Act. NOTICE OF HEARING: A hearing on the petition is set for August 10th, 2016 at 10:00 am at the Puyallup Tribal Court. Dated June 22nd, 2016 Kasandra Gutierrez Clerk of the Court, Puyallup Tribal Court 1451 East 31st Street, Tacoma, Washington 98404 (253) 680-5585 TO: AVERY - AKA: “SLICK” In the Welfare of:: C., A. DOB: 1/27/2014 Case Number: PUY-CW-TPR-2015-0051 You are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET Tacoma, Washington 98404.

NOTICES TO: Johna Birdwell-Young and Kenneth Nugent In the Welfare of: B-N., Q DOB: 03/27/09 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2015-0052 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET TACOMA, WA 98404. You are summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing on the 1st day of August, 2016 at 9:30 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint. NO. PUY-CS-CS-2016-0030 Summons in a civil action And notice of hearing IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT PUYALLUP INDIAN RESERVATION TACOMA, WASHINGTON Daniel Shane Hurd Petitioner,

You are summoned to appear for a Initial Hearing on the 15th day of August, 2016 at 2:30 pm

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If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585.

The petitioner filed a child support (civil) action against you in the above named court.

NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD (REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS.

In order to defend yourself, you must file an answer by stating your defense in writing and filing it with the court and serving a copy on the petitioner within twenty (20) days after the day you received notice of this hearing.

Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.

TO: Steven Bovee and Tamra Baker In the Welfare of: B, A. DOB: 03/15/2014 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2016-0020 In the Welfare of: B-B, K. DOB: 10/29/2012 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2016-0019 In the Welfare of: B, D. DOB: 06/03/2015 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2016-0022 In the Welfare of: S, K. DOB: 07/06/2011 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2016-0021 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Adjudication Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET TACOMA, WA 98404. You are summoned to appear for an Adjudication Hearing on the 12th day of September, 2016 at 9:30 am. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint. TO: Michelle Hutchins and Michael Zollner Case Name: Z., L. DOB: 11/10/2013 Case Number: PUY-CW-TPR-2016-0003 A Termination of Parental Rights Petition has been filed. You are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET Tacoma, Washington 98404. You are summoned to appear for a Initial Hearing on the 15th day of August, 2016 at 10:30 am If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. FAILURE TO APPEAR, PLEAD OR OTHERWISE DEFEND MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGMENT. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD (REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. WHEN A PARTY AGAINST WHOM A JUDGMENT IS SOUGHT FAILS TO APPEAR, PLEAS OR OTHERWISE DEFEND WITHIN THE TIME ALLOWED, AND THAT IS SHOWN TO THE COURT BY A MOTION AND AFFIDAVIT OR TESTIMONY, THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER OF DEFAULT AND, WITHOUYT FURTHER NOTICE TO THE PARTY IN DEFAULT, ENTER A JUDGMENT GRANTING THE RELIEF SOUGHT IN THE COMPLAINT.

If you fail to respond, a DEFAULT JUDGMENT may be entered against you without further notice to you. A default judgment is a judgment granted the Petitioner for what has been asked in the Petition. This Summons in issued pursuant to Section 7.24.090(4.08.100) of the Puyallup Parental Responsibility Act. NOTICE OF HEARING: A hearing on the petition is set for August 10th, 2016 at 10:00 am at the Puyallup Tribal Court. Dated June 22nd, 2016 Kasandra Gutierrez Clerk of the Court Puyallup Tribal Court 1451 East 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404 (253) 680-5585 TO: Leticia Silva In the Welfare of: S, I. DOB: 04/19/2007 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2016-0009 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET TACOMA, WA 98404. You are summoned to appear for aN Initial Hearing on the 15th day of August, 2016 at 10:00 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.

NOTICES SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: GEORGE HERBERT BUSH and URSULA MARGETE BUSH, Deceased. NO. 16-4-00954-1 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative/Administrator named below has been appointed as Personal Representative/Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the matter as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the Personal Representative/Administrator or the Personal Representative’s/Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative/ Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided in 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 RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: Personal Representative/Administrator: Dan Charles K. Maka’ena Attorney of Estate: RICHMOND & RICHMOND LTD. Address for mailing or service: 1521 Piperberry Way SE, Suite 135, Port Orchard WA 98366

VOLUNTEERS Volunteer meals on Wheels Driver Seeking a volunteer Meals on Wheels Driver. Delivers frozen meals once a week in the Pierce County area, mileage reimbursement. Must have a clean background check, WA driver’s license, car insurance and food handlers card. Call front desk for more info: 253-272-8433 Clowns and Singers Wanted 2 Seniors, (male or female) who have talent as a Clown or Sing Harmony. If you have either of these talents and want to have fun and are interested in Volunteering to perform with me at my shows that I do at Senior Retirement & Community homes then Please call me for more details, Don at 816-313-7831 during daylight hours. AmeriCorps Opportunity: Employment Case Manager/Job Developer Tacoma Community House is seek an outgoing, enthusiastic, and motivated professional that is passionate about assisting low-income community members on their journey to self-sufficiency. This professional position is responsible for assisting people in need of employment. The case manager/ job developer will provide career counseling, employment & training information, job search skills, workshop facilitation, job placement/follow-up, and referral to other community resources. The case manager/job develop will assist in facilitation of our Employer Advisory Board and will also develop and implement 3 financial fitness events. Contact Arrie Dunlap at (253) 3833951 or adunlap@tacomacommunityhouse.org for more information. AmeriCorps Opportunity: Read2Me Program Specialist Tacoma Community

House seeks an AmeriCorps member to assist in the Read2Me Program in local elementary schools. Read2Me is a one-on-one adult/student reading program for struggling first, second, and third grade readers. Duties include recruiting volunteers, producing a monthly tutor newsletter, facilitating bimonthly tutor workshops, tracking attendance for both students and volunteer tutors, researching best practicing best practices for tutoring strategies and tutor training and tutoring a student in each of the four schools. You must be 18-25 years of age at the start date of service (Sep 1, 2016Jul 15, 2017). Contact Karen Thomas at (253)383-3951 or kthomas@ tacomacommunityhouse.org for more information.

Volunteer for Hospice You decided you want to volunteer your time, connect with others, and make a difference. All of that is possible volunteering with Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care. You can help us in many ways. Make a phone call, hold a hand, arrange some flowers, run an errand, or listen to life stories. Our comprehensive training includes access from your computer or portable device for your convenience. Our next training begins March 12th. To learn more or reserve your spot call 253-534-7050.

Great Volunteer Opportunity Make friends, have fun and help seniors with simple tasks. You’ll make a big difference by helping people maintain their independence. This is volunteering, not caregiving. Volunteers must be 55 or older, low income, serve 15 hrs/wk and live in Pierce or Kitsap Counties. Drivers are especially needed. Benefits include hourly tax-free

VOLUNTEERS stipend and mileage reimbursement. For information call Julie at Lutheran Community Services, Senior Companion Volunteer Program, (253)722-5686. Food Bank Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank on the Eastside of Tacoma, WA is powered strictly by volunteers. We provide much needed food and other basic household items to people in need on a weekly basis. Being a volunteer driven organization we are always looking for good people who are interested in donating a few hours of their lives helping make the lives of someone else a little better. Donate as much or as little of your time you want for a wide variety of tasks, there is always plenty to do. If you are looking for a way to be part of something bigger and give a little much needed help to the local community then contact us and we’ll get you started. Please join us in helping to spread a little holiday cheer. Contact 253-212-2778.

Help furnish hope to those in need! NW Furniture Bank Volunteers needed. “NWFB helps restore hope, dignity and stability in our community by recycling donated furniture to

people in need.” Tuesday-Saturday Truck Volunteers Needed9:00 am-2:00 pm. Truck volunteers ride along in the truck, deliver furniture to clients and make residential and corporate pickups; they are an essential part of the NWFB Team. To volunteer contact us at info@ nwfurniturebank.org or call 253-302-3868. South Sound Outreach is offering free tax preparation for those who make $50,000 or less. To schedule an appointment call 253.593.2111 or visit our website at www. southsoundoutreach.org.

Make a difference in the life of a child! The Northwest Youth Sports Alliance is looking for coaches for our developmental youth sports program. Sports vary by season. Coaches are provided general training and go through a national background check clearance process. For more information, visit www.metroparkstacoma.org/nysa or contact Roy Fletcher, Youth Sports Coordinator, royf@tacomaparks. com or 253.305.1025.

WANTED WANTED: Old Post Cards, Photo Albums, Menus, Shipping, Railroad, Airplane Automobile Items, Old Pens, Watches, Costume Jewelry, Quilts, Toys, Musical Instruments, Native American and Any Small Antiques.

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SPIKE Are you ready for a bunny in action? Or are you in need of a lover of affection? How about the two combined? Featured Pet Spike is that perfect mix of an active rabbit ready to explore and a sweet love that wants pets behind the ears. Visit today, and let Spike hop right into your heart — #A506580. Visit us at 2608 Center Street in Tacoma www.thehumanesociety.org

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PUYALLUP TRIBAL IMPACT Supporting the Economic Growth of Our Community

PHOTO BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER

Federal, regional, state and local leaders gathered with the Puyallup Tribal Council last spring to officially cut the ribbon on the Tribe’s new state-of-the-art Salish Cancer Center (SCC). Joining in on the event were (back row from left): Fife Mayor Tim Curtis; former Congressman Norm Dicks and Puyallup Tribal Council Vice-Chairman Larry LaPointe; (front row from left) Puyallup Tribal Council Members Marguerite Edwards and Sylvia Miller; Puyallup Vice-Chairwoman Roleen Hargrove; Senator Maria Cantwell; Puyallup Chairman Bill Sterud; Gov. Jay Inslee; Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen; Congressman Denny Heck; and Puyallup Tribal Council Members David Bean and Tim Reynon.

The most urban of Native American tribes, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians continues to be a critical component of the South Sound economy. As Pierce County’s sixth largest employer, a donor to a broad range of charitable organizations, and a major funder of housing, roads, education and environmental projects, the Puyallup Tribe stands as a model for taking care of not only its own membership, but sharing its wealth

among the broader community as well. The Puyallup Tribe is one of the largest employers in Pierce County. With a payroll of more than 3,100 people that work in the Tribe’s businesses, government, economic development corporation, school, and health and housing authorities – approximately 70 percent of whom are non-Native – employees enjoy competitive wages and benefits.

In 2015 the Tribe spent over $491 million. This spending supports communities by providing good wages and generous benefits to individuals, and through purchases of goods and services from local suppliers, vendors, contractors, construction companies and more. From sponsoring local charities, non-profit organizations, social welfare projects and events that may otherwise

suffer or cease to exist, to protecting the environment, funding crime prevention, city improvement projects and healthcare, the Tribe maintains its commitment to honoring its destiny as “the generous people,” the meaning of the Tribe’s very name “Puyallup.” In the following pages, you’ll read more about what a valuable community partner the Puyallup Tribe of Indians is to the region and the state.

PARTNERING TO ENHANCE LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Partnering with local jurisdictions to improve local transportation, in the past seven years the Tribe has spent more than $40 million on transportation projects and traffic safety services in neighboring areas. These are largely done in collaboration with state and local governments to benefit the region’s growing traffic infrastructure, which helps everyone. Projects range from lighting and safety improvements, to bridges and reconstruction projects, providing hundreds of jobs to local engineers, tradesmen, environmental and cultural resource consultants, construction contractors, and the like. Examples of the Tribe’s expenditures over the past seven years to completed and ongoing projects include: 30TH STREET SAFETY PROJECT, TACOMA Paving, lighting, ADA access, replacement of sidewalks on both sides of 30th Avenue from Portland Avenue to R

Street, and one side of 31st Avenue, including relocation of public utilities. Permitted through the City of Tacoma. The project was completed spring of 2013. 31ST STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT, TACOMA 31st Street is a failed road that has received repavement, curb and stormwater facilities, street trees, and relocation of public utilities. Permitted through the City of Tacoma. The project was completed in summer 2015. EAST ROOSEVELT/EAST WRIGHT STREET IMPROVEMENTS & MAINTENANCE WORK The Tribe committed $15,000 to replace a failing section of Roosevelt that was important for access to the Tribal Health Clinic. A new asphalt overlay was applied, alongside curb improvements and alleyway paving. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING & COLLABORATION

WITH STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS I-5 HOV Project, Tacoma and Fife: Tribal staff has worked with WSDOT regarding HOV improvements on I-5. East Side Community Projects: Tribal staff is working with the City of Tacoma with respect to long-range transportation planning involving several city streets. Additional Transportation Planning and Administration: Tribal staff works in collaboration with a number of federal, state and local government agencies to plan and administer transportation projects in the region. Inspection Services: The Puyallup Tribe pays for City of Tacoma inspectors for road project oversight; fees to exceed $100,000. Port of Tacoma Emergency Response ITS Study: The Puyallup Tribe has committed $75,000 to partner with the City of Tacoma, Port of Tacoma, and local port businesses to study emergency vehicle response in the Port of Tacoma tide flats area to address safety concerns and increase local police & fire response.

TRIBE, WSDOT PARTNER TO IMPROVE TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY In keeping with their mutual agreement reached in 2014, the Puyallup Tribe and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) continue to partner on WSDOT’s 3-4 year HOV construction project on Interstate 5 on the Puyallup Indian Reservation. The agreement provides that work will be conducted in a manner respectful of the Tribe’s lands and treaty rights. For example, in late 2015 WSDOT crews focused on several excavation activities with the Tribe’s archaeological monitors present during the work. The agreement further conveys several parcels of land to the Tribe to offset the lost use of lands on which the Tribe has given WSDOT easements for the project. A right of first refusal gives the Tribe an opportunity to purchase additional lands. The agreement deals particularly with replacement of Interstate 5 bridges across the Puyallup River, as the bridges are more than 50 years old and would not withstand the impact of a serious earthquake. The new bridges will provide a much greater degree of safety in such an event, and the HOV lanes will improve transportation significantly in the area. In addition to providing room for one HOV lane on this portion of I-5, as part of this project WSDOT will also rebuild the northbound I-5 Puyallup River Bridge to make it straighter and wider than the existing bridge; improve the I-5/Portland Avenue interchange; and repave all the lanes of northbound I-5 within the project limits. Construction of the first bridge shafts for the new northbound I-5 bridge over the river has started near State Route 167, and work on the new ramp bridge from northbound I-5 to SR 167 is also progressing. Part of the agreement is to protect the fishery habitat and resource and to preserve Tribal members’ opportu-

nity to fish, a right guaranteed by the Treaty of Medicine Creek. To accomplish those goals, WSDOT has focused its work in the Puyallup River at times other than fishing season and fish migration periods. The work will use construction methods that minimize impact on the resource. With the project to rebuild the bridge will come in-water work in the Puyallup River that WSDOT is keeing tribal fishermen informed of. This work includes monitoring equipment for water quality to be placed in the water to meet water quality standards for the river established by the Tribe and by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The placement of floating booms will outline an 80-foot channel for boats and behind the booms temporary work platforms will be constructed on both sides of the river. Isolation casings for the in-water bridge piers will also be installed. STATE ROUTE 167 In 2015 Gov. Jay Inslee formally signed a transportation package that will flow $16.2 billion toward roads and transportation routes around the state for the next 16 years. On the roster of projects slated for those dollars is the final leg of State Route 167 that would provide a roadway between the distribution and warehouse hubs of Kent and Auburn to Port of Tacoma waters. The Tribe is working with the state and other partners to ensure that the project remains a top priority and again remains respectful of the Tribe’s lands and treaty rights. The funding package includes $1.85 billion to continue the SR 167 roadway, which currently ends just short of the waterway. The roadway had been first pondered back in the 1970s. Construction started in the 1980s only to stall ever since. It was called a “top priority” for lawmakers for the last generation only to go unfunded year after year for

A computer-enhanced image of what I-5 will look like after the new northbound bridge is complete. Note that both northbound and southbound I-5 traffic will temporarily be shifted onto the new northbound bridge while crews demolish and rebuild the southbound bridge.

the last 25 years. The Tribe, Port officials, business groups and transportation boosters have lobbied for the roadway as a way for the state to be competitive for international shipping traffic, which could avoid transportation delays found through the Puget Sound by routing cargo through Canadian ports and eventually route larger ships through the Panama Canal. Washington is the most trade-dependent state in the nation, with 40 percent of jobs related to international trade. Pierce County is the most trade-dependent county in the state, so any threat to that industry raises alarms for businesses and lawmakers alike. The project will receive $2.5 million between now and 2017 and then ramp up to a peak of $395 million between 2021 and 2023 during the main construction period with a final $200 million between 2029 and 2031 to finalize the work. Washington State Department of Transportation estimates a completed SR 167 could fuel job growth to the tune of $10.1 billion.

For more information about the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, visit www.puyallup-tribe.com.

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