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Celebrating Life at Diamond Lake and Sacheen Lake

Volume 4, Issue 3

June 2015

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ith the warm spring, it seems like summer started weeks ago, but it really got underway June 21. With summer comes the Fourth of July, a big time at the lakes.

It’s also a big time for fireworks. South Pend Oreille Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Mike Nokes provides some timely fireworks advice for having a safe time.

In this issue we take a look back at the Ladies of the Lake, a group of Sacheen Lake women who met to have fun and raise money for local charities. They donated their scrapbooks to the Pend Oreille County Historical Society, where an intrepid reporter found them, leading to a story in this issue.

Throw in the Weather Babble column from Bob Lutz, a bunch of recipes and some advice on water safety and you have the June issue of Lake Life. We hope you enjoy it.

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PUD approves 2.16 percent electric rate increase Takes effect July 1

By Desireé Hood Of The Miner

NEWPORT – A 2.16 percent electric rate increase was approved by the Pend Oreille Public Utility District board of commissioners during their regular board meeting, Tuesday, June 16. This is down from a proposed 2.56 percent increase the staff recommended to the board June 2, during a public rate hearing.

“The Board approved a lower amount because they are concerned about our customers,” PUD General Manager John Jordan said. “They are trying to leave as much money as pos-

Boat registrations expire June 30 NEWPORT – Boating season is here, and the deadline for renewing boat and watercraft registration decals is right around the corner. All Washington state boat registrations expire on June 30.

Boat registrations can be renewed online at the DOL website or in person at a neighborhood vehicle licensing office. Those who choose to renew at an office should make sure to note the registration number on the bow of the boat or watercraft and take that information to the office.

The DOL office in Newport is located in the old Courthouse, 625 W. Fourth St., in the Auditor’s Office.

sible in the customers’ pocket while still providing a quality utility service.”

The increase is made up of a 1 percent increase for PUD costs and a 1.16 percent increase for costs related to Boundary Dam. The net electric rate increase of 2.16 percent will take effect for billings mailed after Wednesday, July 1.

The 1 percent increase for PUD district costs would generate about $138,000 annually.

The cost per residential household would be an increase of about $1.34 per month, assuming 2,020 kWh of usage. PUD Treasurer Sarah Holderman said the PUD costs are mainly for increased expenses related to inflation and regulatory

requirements.

The Boundary power cost increase is at 1.16 percent.

This would generate about $155,000 for the PUD. The average residential home would be increased by about $1.40 per month. Boundary rate adjustments automatic in 2011 and they annually propose a PUD increase also.

The 2.16 percent net electric rate increase will be an increase of $2.84 per month for a household using 2,020 kWh a month. The rate increase is for the energy charge only and does not affect the base rate.

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Burn ban in effect in Pend Oreille County NEWPORT – A burn ban went into effect Wednesday, June 17, prohibiting nearly all fires east of the Cascade Mountains as a result of a Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proclamation.

Because the Pend Oreille County burning ordinance is tied to DNR prohibitions, fires in the county are also prohibited, except for recreational fires in approved fire pits.

According to the Pend Oreille County ordinance, recreational fires will be allowed only if they are attended at all times, are no larger than 3-feet by 3-feet and no taller than 2-feet, with a charged hose or 5-gallons of water present and nothing combustible for at least three feet around the fire. Gas and propane stoves and barbecues are allowed.

The DNR ban makes exception for recreational

fires in approved fire pits within designated state, county, municipal and other campgrounds. The burn ban applies to state forests, state parks and forestlands under DNR fire protection.

“With years of persistent drought on the eastern Washington landscape, and predictions by the National Weather Service for a hotter and drier summer than normal, it’s prudent to take precautions now,” said Commissioner of Public Lands Peter Goldmark. “This burn ban will help protect people, forests and property.”

Beginning June 17 and running through Sept.

30, the burn ban is currently limited to eastern Washington. It may eventually be extended to western Washington as conditions warrant.

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Safety tips for area lake goers NEWPORT – Swimming in area lakes is a sure way to cool off over a hot summer, but certain safety measures should be followed to ensure a safe trip.

The Washington State Department of Health said to know the water, know your limit and be prepared.

The DOH said that swimming in open water, such as lakes, is harder than in a pool because

people tire more quickly.

“A person can go under water in a murky lake, making them very hard to find, or be swept away in currents,” their website said.

Area lakes change throughout the year, depending on the season. In the summer, the water is warm on the surface but colder below the surface water. The DOH said large

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rocks and other items could trap swimmers or tip over rafts, canoes, and kayaks, especially in moving waters.

Watch for sudden drop-offs in lakes, the DOH said. The swimmer could slip into deeper water and drown. They recommend swimming with a lifeguard present if possible.

Swimmers should be prepared for a day on the water.

The DOH said to check beach advisories at http://www.doh. wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/WaterRecreation/ BeachAdvisories.

Wearing a life jacket is also important, the DOH said.

Water conditions can change when swimming, and those conditions can be misjudged.

“Parents are powerful role models – if you wear a life jacket, it’s more likely your children will too,” the DOH site said.

Sheriff part of national crackdown on boating under the influence NEWPORT – As the summer recreational boating season gets into full swing, the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up its enforcement efforts as part of a national crackdown on boating under the influence. The annual three-day, heightened awareness and enforcement campaign, Operation Dry Water, focuses on deterring boaters from boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

June 26-28, law enforcement agencies nationwide will be out in force, looking for boaters who choose to boat under the influence and removing them from the water. Increased awareness messaging about the dangers of boating under the influence, along with an

increased number of officers on the water, aim to drastically

‘It is our job as law enforcement to identify and remove drunk or impaired boaters from the water...’

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reduce the number of accidents and deaths due to impaired boating.

“It is our job as law enforcement to identify and remove drunk or impaired boaters from the water – so that every-

one else can continue to have an enjoyable boating season, and not become a victim of boating under the influence.

Protecting the public goes to the heart of our mission,” Sgt. Questin Youk said. “Our agency is participating in Operation Dry Water, and joining thousands of law enforcement officers nationwide, to decrease the number of accidents and deaths that come as a result of boaters who choose to drink and boat,” he added.

In Washington it is illegal to operate a vessel with a BAC level of .08 or higher – the same as it is to operate a vehicle. The Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office wants See SHERIFF, 18

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The district also continues to work on lake water quality and lake level issues as well as milfoil control.

The district also owns and maintains the Myers/Harter Sanctuary, located near the corner of Highway 211 and Fertile Valley Road.

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By Don Gronning Of The Miner

NEWPORT – County officials are in the second year of handling dock permits under the Shoreline Master Program. Here are some things to be aware of under the current rules.

Pend Oreille County Community Development Director Mike Lithgow says dock work falls into three basic categories: routine repair and maintenance, construction of small docks and construction of large docks.

“If you are just replacing a few boards on the dock, no permit is required,” Lithgow said, although he recommends people contact community development before doing any work. While a county permit is not necessary for replacing boards, a state or federal permit may be required.

Some things are the same.

Docks that were permitted before the SMP are grandfathered in under the SMP. If you substantially change your dock, or build a new one, you need a county permit to do it, which has been the case for years.

Diamond, Sacheen lakes largely unchanged under SMP

By Don Gronning Of The Miner

NEWPORT – The updated Shoreline Master Program has a host of new requirements but not many of them will impact people living at Diamond and Sacheen lakes, according to Community Development Director Mike Lithgow.

“Diamond Lake is mostly built out, so properties are grandfathered in,” Lithgow said.

The county does enforce the SMP, but most enforcement is complaint driven, meaning if someone submits a written complaint, the county will act on it. They will also act on obvious violations county officials see.

Before the SMP, people could build as close as 25 feet from the ordinary high water mark of the shoreline. Under the See SMP, 23

But other things have changed.

Under the new shoreline rules, no treated boards or tires may be used on any docks.

People don’t have to remove treated wood to comply with the SMP, but when they do replace boards and other treated parts of the dock, they should use an alternative material such as untreated wood, metal, concrete or plastic. Routine

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Docks are permitted differently, depending on their size – large or small. That applies to both replacement and substantial renovation of existing docks and construction of new docks.

Regardless of whether they are considered a large or small dock project, docks shouldn’t extend more than 55 feet into the water from the ordinary high water mark. They can be longer if needed in order to reach water deep enough for boat moorage.

Dock ramps should not be wider than 4 feet and piers should not be wider than 8 feet.

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SACHEEN LAKE – Many will tell you that animals know what the upcoming seasons will bring.

Take for example last summer. Our local red squirrels were cutting Lutz cones in early July, which was several weeks ahead of what is considered normal. And as it happens, around the middle of November we saw an unusually early blast of Arctic air. It sure makes one wonder whether or not these beasts can really forecast the longerterm weather patterns.

Those of you that know me know that my favorite animal of choice for weather prognostication is the squirrel. Now, there are certain squirrels that are smart, while others are rather worthless. The red squirrels, for example, are in my opinion one of the smarter species, and seem to possess the highest skill in preparing for the upcoming seasons.

Why just today, I saw one of our local red squirrels at Ace Hardware putting a down payment (in the form of pinecone seeds of course) on a multispeed fan. Okay, well that might be a bit of an exaggeration, but in all seriousness, our local red squirrel has made its nest at the base of a tree this year instead of higher up in the tree which is more typical. Perhaps it’s See weather, 15

False bamboo, knotweed are problem plants

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By Sharon Sorby, Coordinator Pend Oreille County Noxious Weed Control Board

Bohemian knotweed, also called false or Mexican bamboo, is a very large broad-leaf plant. It is actually a cross between two other large knotweeds, Japanese and giant, all native to the Himalayan mountain region of Asia.

Although a spectacular sight, with its impressive size and sprays of creamy-white flowers, infestations are harmful to many of the values we hold dear for living on the water.

Knotweed infestations shade out valuable shoreline vegetation important for bank stabilization and wildlife habitat. Chemical exudates from roots and leaf litter alter water chemistry, interfering with fish spawning. They also interfere with many shoreline access recreational activities.

There are several infestations of knotweed around Diamond and Sacheen Lakes.

Knotweeds were planted as an ornamental garden plant in the county many years ago.

It has not seemed to spread here as it has on the west side of the state, although it needs to be kept back, off of the shoreline. If allowed to spread along the shoreline, these infestations will continue to increase in density, ruining the habitat and recreational values important to us.

The Weed Board has treated a small infestation on Diamond Lake and several along the Pend Oreille River. We are happy to assist landowners who wish to undertake similar action. A safety consideration is to always wear gloves with any noxious weed removal project.

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Ladies of the Lake

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By Don Gronning Of The Miner

SACHEEN LAKE – The Ladies of the Lake were a social and philanthropic group made up of women from Sacheen Lake. The Ladies of the Lake were active from 1967-2013, raising money for local non-profits and having regular social events, usually combined with fund raising.

“I really miss not having the Ladies of the Lake around,” Jill Short says. Short served five years as president of the group.

The group had as many as about 70 members at its height. They held a Progressive Pontoon Lunch each month. The women would travel by pontoon boat to the homes of the three hostesses.

The lunch would start out with appetizers.

Then the women would get back aboard the boats and go to the next home, where a salad would be enjoyed. At the third stop, the dessert and meeting would be held.

“That was always so much fun,” Short said.

“There were so many creative cooks.”

Sheila Pearman was a member of the group. She says traveling by water was not without risks.

“I remember one time two or three fell in the water,” she says. “Some others jumped in and pulled them out.”

The group had been going for years when Pearman moved to Sacheen Lake in 1988. She said there were a couple dozen active participants made up of a combination of part time and year round residents.

Myrtle Barnes and Betty Meyers are generally credited with getting the idea going. They used to get together with some of their friends and have coffee and doughnuts back in the 1960s. They and 11 others formed the group as a social forum for all ages to get acquainted and promote friendships around the lake. By fall of 1967, the Ladies of the Lake were formed, with Janice Krogh, Azalia Hermenson, Lynn Petretee, Kay Reed, Bernice Bahm, Ellen Lauck, Myrtle Barnes, Josie Johnson, Neva Snyder, Estalla Addis, Betty Meyers, Alta Harter and Doris Town listed as charter members.

“Back in the day, Sacheen Lake was a long ways from anywhere,” Pearman says. The Ladies of the Lake gave the women a reason to get together.

The group met for social occasions, almost always

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Dining together was one of the things Ladies of the Lake did monthly. The Progressive Pontoon Luncheon involved traveling by boat to the home of three hostesses.

The first stop would be for appetizers, followed by salad, followed by dessert. The whole thing took about three hours.

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with the idea of raising money for local nonprofits.

The Ladies took over the project of rehabilitating the old schoolhouse at Rocky Gorge Road as a community center for Sacheen Lake. The husbands and the Boy Scouts helped with the heavy work.

The group’s most regular event was the monthly Progressive Pontoon lunches but they did other things too. Pearman said the group would get together to go to a restaurant in Spokane or for a boat ride on Lake Pend Oreille. They would hold one party a year where the men were invited, Pearman remembers.

But most of their times together had some element of philanthropy. They held a White Elephant auction annually to raise money for Christmas Baskets that Rural Resources would distribute.

They made quilts, one of which was donated to the Historical Society. They sold stationary and cards, held card parties, had Christmas and Halloween parties and generally tried to have fun and make the community better.

Head Start, Hospice, the food bank, Stratton Elementary School’s “Sacheen Angels Lunch Fund,” and the fire district were just some of the beneficiaries.

For many years they produced a calendar that would be sold to raise money. Each month had different lake scenes, arranged by season.

There was quite a competition to see whose photos would be included, Short says.

“We voted on which photos to include at the auction in July,” Short says. “There were always lots of entries. People could enter as many as they wanted.” Some would submit 15-20 pictures.

Another popular fundraiser was a cookbook the ladies produced.

Short said the group worked to prohibit discussion of politics, religion and the controversial Sacheen Lake sewer project.

In the end, though, Short said it was dissention over the sewer project that caused the group’s demise. People quit buying the calendars and quit coming to the meetings.

Short would like to see the group or one like it start again.

“If an opportunity for the Ladies of the Lake to come back, I would be so excited,” she said.

Courtesy photo|Pend Oreille County Historical Society

Ladies of the Lake had fun. Here are a few members in the July 4 Boat Parade at Sacheen Lake.

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She also was the 1989 Newport Junior Miss and performed for many years with Northwoods Performing Arts.

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because it just wanted a change of scenery, or maybe, just maybe it thinks our summer will be very hot and wants to be in the ground to take advantage of the cooler underground environment.

Only time will tell the story I guess.

On the dumber side of the equation are those pesky ground squirrels that seem to have no other purpose in life other than to dig big holes in your lawn and eat up your favorite plants. They typically wake up around the middle of April, and go back to bed in late August. What a life!

With a brain the size of a pea, they know nothing about the weather. They are the “weed” of squirrels and should be kicked to the curb at all costs.

In MY quest to maintain an active and accurate weather mascot, I have been known to be in possession of a squirrel or two in my day. Back in the late 90s, I took a chance at having a groundhog for a pet.

A groundhog as many of you know, is a woodchuck and it has big teeth. Since it is the largest in the squirrel family, I just had to have one. What was I thinking? Long story short, our furniture budget was a “bit” (no pun intended) over extended that year as “Shadow” our groundhog did what he does best, chewed on wooden objects.

Okay, that was a bust, so I gave prairie dogs a try and bingo, success! Currently, we own two of those beasts and they do a marvelous job at giving me a blank stare when I ask them a weather question. Even so, one of our prairie dogs (Snowy) did do a good job back on Groundhog Day this past February when she predicted an early spring.

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Use melon baller to make shallow round divots into rind of watermelon to mimic dimples in golf ball. Next, use kitchen knife to peel thin layers of rind off to expose white underneath, being careful not to cut too deep or red flesh will be exposed. Try to get as much of green rind off so it will resemble a white golf ball.

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Given that their accuracy rate is less than stellar, I think she just got lucky.

Now, I’m not sure where my obsession with squirrels got started, but I do remember as

It seems El Nino took offense when I compared its current strength to that of a sloth in hibernation a kid marveling at their tree climbing abilities and wished that I could manage such feats. I think the more important point here is that they make watching the weather fun. Anytime you can make something fun, it’s a good thing.

Back in the day when I used to teach weather in our local schools, I typically had a groundhog or prairie dog mascot with me in the classroom.

That was the link that made learning fun for the kids.

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to remind boaters to stay safe this summer, by staying sober on the water. Alcohol use is the leading contributing factor in recreational boater deaths.

During the national weekend of heightened awareness and high-visibility enforcement, boaters can expect to see more law enforcement presence and increased messaging about this dangerous and preventable crime.

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Oh, before I wrap this up, I just wanted to give you a quick update from my last Weather Babble on the summer forecast. It seems El Nino took offense when I compared its current strength to that of a sloth in hibernation. As of the

latest update issued just a few days ago, it appears that El Nino has now entered into a sudden strengthening phase.

What is really strange is that we typically don’t see El Nino’s strengthen this time of the year, but instead that typically occurs during the winter months. This is sure to cause

even more uncertainty to the longer-range forecasts in the coming months. Stay tuned.

In my next issue of Weather Babble, I’ll talk temperature and precipitation variations, and why your neighbor just down the road can see readings that are vastly different from what you experience.

NOKES | Soak used fireworks in water From Page 9

ing a couple buckets of water and a garden hose on hand you can extinguish any small fires that might start and you can soak you’re used or dud fireworks.

Be Safe.

Lighting of fireworks should only be done by responsible adults.

Do not light fireworks if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Do not throw fireworks or hold them in your hand. Many traumatic injuries have occurred in the past by people using fireworks in unsafe ways.

Never re-light a “Dud.” Duds should be disposed of after soaking in water. Do not dispose of duds until they have soaked in a bucket of water for at least an hour.

Have a safe area free from burnable materials and have a safe escape area free from hazards.

Currently Sky Lanterns are not illegal in our county but they pose a great fire danger.

They are unpredictable of where they will go and have started many wildland and house fires. The Fire District strongly recommends not using them because of their dangers.

Be Responsible.

After you finish, clean up the debris leftover, soak used fireworks in a bucket of water.

Be aware of the fire danger level and ensure a County Firework ban hasn’t been put into affect due to the fire danger level rating. Many years, in the early part of July, we see some of our hottest and driest weather. These conditions lead to many fires as a result of the use of fireworks. These fires not only involve our wooded and grassy areas but can also involve structures in the area.

Be aware of windy weather as well. Winds have a tendency to blow fireworks where we don’t want them.

Thoroughly inspect all areas after fireworks are used to ensure that there are no smoldering fires in the area.

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We hope that this year we all have a safe and fire free Fourth of July!

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SMP, new development will not be allowed within 100 feet of the shoreline in most cases for residential development, although people with

Sacheen Lake isn’t as developed as Diamond Lake, so there are fewer developments that would be grandfathered in. existing developments will be grandfathered in under the updated plan.

Sacheen Lake isn’t as developed as Diamond Lake, so there are fewer developments that would be grandfathered in, Lithgow said.

But the SMP has alternative ways of calculating setbacks that may apply to lots there, he said.

Property owners could buffer average. When a property owner cannot build on their property because of the setback, they may be allowed to increase the setback elsewhere on the property to compensate for where they need to build closer to the water.

Property owners could also use a common line setback. If there is a grandfathered home built to the 25-foot setback on one side and another home built to the 25-foot setback on the other, a property owner may ask to build a new home to the 25-foot setback.

Sacheen Lake does have some lots that have a rural conservancy designation, with a 150-foot buffer.

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growth and appearance.

Over time, exposure to these rays can make the skin less elastic. Skin may even become thickened and leathery, wrinkled, or thinned like tissue paper.

“The more sun exposure you have, the earlier your skin ages,” says Dr. Barnett S. Kramer, a cancer prevention expert at NIH. Your skin does have ways to prevent or repair such damage. The outermost layer of skin constantly sheds dead skin cells and replaces them. You might have noticed this type of skin repair if you’ve ever had a bad sunburn. Your skin may peel, but it usually looks normal in a week or two.

Harder for skin to repair as you age As you get older, it becomes harder for skin to repair itself.

Over time, UV damage can take a toll on your skin and its underlying connective tissue. As a result, your skin may develop more wrinkles and lines.

Too much sun exposure can also raise your risk for skin cancer, the most common type of cancer in the United States.

When UV light enters skin cells, it can harm the genetic material (called DNA) within.

DNA damage can cause changes to cells that make them rapidly grow and divide. This growth can lead to clumps of extra cells called a tumor, or lesion.

These may be cancerous (malignant) or harmless (benign).

Skin cancer may first appear as a small spot on the skin. Some cancers reach deep into surrounding tissue. They may also spread from the skin to other organs of the body.

Each year, more than 2 million people are treated for 2 types of skin cancer: basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. These cancers are seen in both older and younger people, and they’re rarely life-threatening.

Melanoma is a less common but more serious type of skin cancer that’s diagnosed in more than 68,000 Americans each year. Another 48,000 are diagnosed with an early form of the disease that involves only the top layer of skin. Melanomas

less non-melanoma skin cancer in African Americans, people from the Middle East, or even Asians from the Near East,” Katz says.

‘The more sun exposure you have, the earlier your skin ages.’

The best way to protect skin health and prevent skin cancer is to limit sun exposure. Avoid prolonged time in the sun, and choose to be in the shade rather than in direct sunlight. ww“The time to really start sun protective behavior is not when you reach adulthood, but years before,” Kramer says. “The message to parents is, now is the time to start protecting your child against skin damage from sun overexposure, when your child is developing sun exposure habits and when they have many more years of potential sun exposure ahead of them.” Among other skin-protecting habits, teach children and teens to avoid the use of tanning beds.

Sunscreens come labeled with a sun protection factor (SPF), such as 15, 30, or 50. A sunscreen labeled SPF 15 means it will take you 15 times as long to get a sunburn as it would if you had no sunscreen on. A sunscreen labeled SPF 30 means it would take you 30 times as long to burn.

The effectiveness of sunscreens is affected by several factors. A sunscreen’s active ingredients can break down over time, so be sure to check the expiration date on the container. The amount of sunscreen you use and how often you use it affects your protection from the sun. Perspiration and time spent in the water can also reduce sunscreen effectiveness.

Limit time in the sun to protect your skin against early wrinkles, damage, and disease. “Being sun smart is a good thing,” Katz says. And if you spot a suspicious mark on your skin, Kramer advises, be sure to get it checked out.

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arise from the cells that provide pigment (color) to the skin.

Moles a risk factor Your risk for melanoma is higher if members of your family have had skin cancer or if you’ve already had melanoma or other skin cancers. A major risk factor for melanoma is having a large number of moles, or having large flat moles with irregular shapes.

Sunburns, especially during childhood, may also raise your risk for melanoma.

“If you’ve had skin cancers in the past, then you’re at a particularly high risk for developing another skin cancer,” Kramer says. “Over the long run, there is a high rate of new lesions developing.”

“One of the major factors affecting skin health is genetics, which determines the pigment content of your skin. This affects how much protection you have from natural sunlight,” says Dr. Stephen I. Katz, director of NIH’s National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Although darkerskinned people have a lower risk for sun-related damage and disease, people of all races and skin color can still get skin cancer.

“Certain genetic mutations contribute to melanoma onset in certain people. You find much

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in county; including, but not limited to, approve taxes; adopt a balanced budget, operate budgets under control of appointed department heads; oversee public roads and works; counseling; planning of unincorporated areas; and other services which are not clearly the responsibility of another elected official. Appoint citizens to commissions and boards; represent the county locally, regionally and statewide on various boards such as public health and economic development.

Mail: P.O. Box 5025, Newport, WA 99156 Board meets every Monday and Tuesday at 9 a.m. in commissioners’ office, main floor of the courthouse.

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The SMP allows low voltage solar or battery powered lighting. Any other forms of hard wired fixtures and high voltage lighting is not permitted on new and existing docks.

Docks should be spaced and oriented to minimize obstructions to navigation and other water activities such as fishing and swimming. One dock per lot is allowed.

People are encouraged to share docks.

People may not have structures on residential docks, such as living quarters, covered boat moorage or fueling facilities.

Docks can have a landing pad onshore, but the size of the pad must be the minimum necessary to secure the ramp or dock. In order to be processed under a county Shoreline Authorization, the landing pad must not cost more than $6,400, including labor and materials. If it costs more, a Substantial Shoreline Development Permit is required.

New bulkheads or walls on the shoreline are prohibited. Property owners can maintain their walls, however.

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the water, in which case it can be as much as 450 square feet.

“Diamond Lake has some places where you could have the 450 square foot dock,” Lithgow said. Small docks also must cost less than $20,000, including the cost of materials and labor.

New dock surfaces on the river must be covered with grating, although docks on Sacheen and Diamond Lake don’t have that requirement.

The lakes do not have bull trout. The reason grated decking is required on river docks is to allow light to go through the dock to water underneath.

A float system dock must be held in place by a piling or other fixed structure.

For work on small docks, a Shoreline Authorization made by the Community Development Department is necessary.

A Hydraulic Project Approval from the state Department of Fish and Wildlife is also required, although that isn’t a new requirement. An HPA costs $150. A county permit for construction on a small dock costs $225, depending on the

extent of the construction.

To build a new small dock, a State Environmental Policy Act application must also be

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There have been 241 wildfire starts throughout the state so far this year. Last year’s fire season was the biggest on record in Washington, with the largest state fire ever, the Carlton Complex, destroying more than 250,000 acres. More than 1 million acres of Washington’s landscape has been consumed by wildfire since 2009.

Fireworks and incendiary devices, such as exploding targets, sky lanterns, or tracer ammunition, are illegal on all DNR-protected forestlands.

Charcoal briquettes are also not allowed.

DNR is awaiting legislative action this summer on requests for $4.5 million for additional firefighting teams and equipment, and $20 million to improve the health of droughtravaged, flammable forests.