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By Toni Grove Examiner Staff Writer Volunteers and staff of the Whidbey Camano Land Trust were breathing a bit easier at the end of the day last Friday when months of intense fundraising – and nail-biting – came to an end. On Monday, Development Director Elizabeth Guss confirmed that the group has nearly all the money it needs to buy the $4.2 million Trillium Woods property south of Greenbank and preserve it as publicly accessible open space and wildlife habitat. Friday was the deadline to raise the money needed to buy the 664-acre property. With about $150,000 left to go, Guss said she expects the purchase to close on Sept. 22. If the last few checks and matching donors don’t quite add up to the total purchase price, the group will get a bridge loan to complete the deal. Late last week, Land Trust Communications Specialist Petra Martin had said the group was within $350,000 of their goal, and an anonymous donor had stepped forward with a promise to match any single $100,000 donation. The property first came into the public eye in 1988 when portions of it were clear-cut and local citizens protested the logging. After plans for a proposed 124-home development on the site floundered, the Land Trust sought to buy the land from its current owner, Shoreline Bank, and were given a deadline of June 10 to raise the money needed. A plan for how Trillium Woods will be used by the public has not yet been developed, though Land Trust officials have said they need to raise about $50,000 for maintenance and operations of the property for the next five to seven years. A conservation easement will be filed with the title and the property will be transferred to Island County once the purchase is complete and the debt paid off. “The uses will be spelled out in the conservation easement, a legally binding document,” Guss said. A
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Simone White, 5, and her sister Camille, 7, explore the garden at Good Cheer Food Bank in Bayview Saturday during the Whidbey Island Farm Tour. The tour coincided with Good Cheer’s annual Harvest Party and Music Fest, a day-long celebration of the bounty of the garden – and the generosity of those who support the food bank.
Negligent-driving charge dropped By Toni Grove Examiner Staff Writer A charge of negligent driving filed in Island County District Court last week against Coupeville defense attorney Craig Platt has been dismissed. District Court Commissioner Linda B. Kipling signed the order Sept. 9, one day after the story appeared in the Examiner. Documents released this week confirmed that the charges had been dismissed. According to the arrest report, the charges had been filed following Platt’s arrest during an Aug. 28 traffic stop, when an Island County Sheriff’s deputy believed Platt to be intoxicated. Deputy Luke Plambeck stopped Platt near the intersection of Libbey and West Beach roads after observing that he did not dim his car’s high beams until he was
about 100 feet from the deputy’s vehicle, according to the report. Plambeck stated in a signed affidavit that, based on his training and personal experience, “this is a common driving pattern/infraction consistent with that of an impaired driver.” When Plambeck pulled Platt over, he allegedly detected a “strong odor of intoxicants,” and asked Platt to undergo a sobriety test. Plambeck’s report indicated that Platt was cooperative. But when Platt declined to undergo any tests, he was arrested and taken to the Island County Jail in Coupeville. At the jail, about half an hour after the stop, Platt took two breathalyzer tests, which yielded .057 on the first and .054 on the second, which is below the legal limit of .08 percent. Results of the test were released Sept. 9.
Plambeck issued Platt a criminal citation for first-degree negligent driving. Law enforcement can deem a person to be driving impaired, even if the results of the breathalyzer test are below the legal limit. Platt also received a separate traffic citation for failing to dim high beams. While being processed at the jail, Platt told Coupeville Deputy Marshal Adrian Kuschnereit that he felt Plambeck believed him to be intoxicated because of his naturally red complexion, according to a report filed by Kuschnereit. “I was born with it, and that is what he said was a reason for believing I was drunk,” Platt reportedly said. Kuschnereit was present because he had been requested to assist deputy Plambeck at the traffic stop and then to accompany him to the jail. Platt declined to comment. A
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Creamery brings goat cheese to Whidbey By Toni Grove Examiner Staff Writer Friday the 13th may mean bad luck for some, but not for lovers of handcrafted cheese on Whidbey Island. That was the day Vicky and Tom Brown’s Little Brown Farm cheeses hit the shelves in local stores and the duo saw the successful culmination of a sevenyear, thousand-mile journey into dairy farming and goat cheese production. It all started in San Diego when Vicky Brown’s daughter entered her teens and needed to find a constructive outlet. Together with her ex-husband and his wife, Brown got her daughter involved in raising goats through Future Farmers of America, a nationwide agricultural education organization for youth. Brown, who had a high-pressure job as a chief financial officer, discovered spending time with the goats was soothing, something she now refers to as “goat therapy.” With guidance from a mentor, goat-raising developed into goat-cheese-making and she decided to leave big business
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Tom Brown milks the farm’s herd of goats every morning and evening. Here he attaches the milking machine that makes quick work of this task.
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“The girls,” as the Browns call their herd of goats, provide the milk for the chevre and other varieties of cheese. They also provide what Vicky Brown describes as “goat therapy.”
behind and go into the cheese business full time. “I grew up in Wisconsin and Minnesota and always loved eating cheese,” Brown said. “But I caught a passion for making it from my mentor.”
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Brown’s commitment to caring for the environment. All in all, Brown found WSDA officials very reasonable and easy to work with. “They’d never worked with this material before,” she said, but they listened to her and she was able to convince them it would work. “They were my allies.” When Tom Brown opens the door to the paddock, several eager goats try to scramble into the milking parlor but he takes them in pairs and guides them up onto a milking stand custom-made by Vicky’s sister, a local artist. The goats’ teats are cleaned and attached to transparent tubing that leads to a stainless steel canister that will eventually hold 70 pounds of milk. The goats enthusiastically dive into their feed during the entire process, seemingly as happy with giving milk as the Browns are in receiving it. Their rumps are closecropped for hygiene’s sake and their coats glossy with good health.
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Trip-reduction program gears up By Toni Grove Examiner Staff Writer In August, Coupeville Sustainability Coordinator Cathy d’Almeida began hosting a series of meetings to introduce a new trip-reduction program aimed primarily at commuters. This program is the latest in a series developed to increase public awareness for environmental concerns and reduce Coupeville’s carbon footprint – a measurement of the direct effect the community’s actions and lifestyles have on the environment in terms of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse-gas emissions. Over the past two years, d’Almeida has spearheaded campaigns such as replacing incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs and installing aerators on home water faucets. Previous programs have been well received and successful, d’Almeida said. For example, a water-conservation program has reduced demand for water, which also lowered energy costs associated with pumping and helped people cut their water bills. The Community Trip Reduction Program aims to reduce the number of miles that people drive alone in their cars. The program is being implemented through a partnership with the state Department of Transportation, King County, Island Transit, Island County Regional Transportation Planner Donna Keeler, Whidbey General Hospital and CareAge of Whidbey. Help with carrying out community education and outreach will come from volunteers from Washington State University Island County Extension. Participants are to sign up at
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Rideshareonline.com and log in their alternative trips such as riding a bike, walking, taking an Island Transit bus or sharing a ride with a friend. Rideshareonline.com is a tool initially developed in King County to match commuters for ridesharing, but it was taken over by the state Department of Transportation and expanded to include alternative forms of transportation and a trip calendar to measure the financial and environment savings connected with changing how an individual commutes. Island Transit’s Rideshare department is the regional administrator for Rideshareonline. com. Nine counties in Washington See COMMUTE, page 5
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VIEWPOINTS Coverage was unfair, misleading I write with regard to an unprofessional and irresponsible article written by your staff reporter Toni Grove. The article concerned the arrest of my client, Mr. Craig Platt, and appears to have been written with the intent of misleading your readers into concluding Mr. Platt was caught driving drunk. The story was factually inaccurate, incomplete, misleading, and violated the most fundamental tenet of responsible journalism: getting both sides of the story. While it is true Mr. Platt was stopped by an Island County deputy sheriff, it was not because he was “observed driving erratically” as claimed by Ms. Grove, but because he failed to dim his headlights soon enough as the two vehicles approached. Ms. Grove’s misstatement was clearly intended to leave readers with the impression Mr. Platt was seen driving “like a drunk” and not simply inattentive to his headlights. In addition, while the article accurately states that Mr. Platt submitted to a “breathalyzer test” it makes no mention of the test results. In leaving .05/.05 test results out of the story, it clearly leaves the reader wondering, and naturally assuming, that he failed the test. In addition, Ms. Grove correctly stated the deputy charged Mr. Platt with negligent driving, but again failed to state the truth, that the deputy’s charge was immediately dismissed upon review by the Island County prosecutor due to insufficient evidence. And Ms. Grove’s lack of professional ethics didn’t end with the inaccurate and incomplete reporting of Mr. Platt’s contact with the deputy. She went on to expound on Mr. Platt’s representation in a notorious vehicular homicide case involving the death of a popular member of the community, Karen Gervais-Boone. The only reasonable conclusion one can draw is that Ms. Grove wished to tar Mr. Platt by association, based on his representation of the defendant in that case. Mr. Platt is a highly respected, widely
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admired, and thoroughly professional attorney. His willingness to defend the damned, such as the defendant in Ms. Gervais-Boone’s tragic case, is just one example of his fealty to the duties of his profession. Ms. Grove’s obvious personal disdain for Mr. Platt has no place in the pages of any responsible, professional newspaper. Ms. Grove would do well to consider the work of a fellow writer, Harper Lee, author of the seminal reporting of the challenges faced by criminal defense lawyers who take on unpopular cases, “To Kill A Mockingbird.” When one of your reporters chooses to write an article that is inaccurate, misleading, and defamatory, it is a discredit to your paper and your profession. Mr. Platt expects and demands a response sufficient to correct this unwarranted attack on his good name and reputation. I trust there is enough journalistic integrity in the management of The Whidbey Examiner to do so without delay. – Steve Hayne Attorney at Law Bellevue
Front-page story was trash I read the article “Attorney charged with negligent driving,” (Examiner, Sept. 1) then I had to read it again. Where’s the story? This is front-page news? This isn’t news, or even an interesting event. I couldn’t help but wonder why you chose to write this article about Mr. Platt. He got a ticket for not dimming his bright lights at the required distance. I had forgotten that was even a rule. It could have easily been me on the front page! Oh wait, I forgot. As a registered nurse, I have a job that the public respects. Whew! I would merely pay my fine and move on, just like every other citizen that gets a ticket and doesn’t make the front page. Why single him out? After re-reading the article I am left with the sense that The Whidbey Exam-
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iner chose to print this item not because of what Craig Platt did (didn’t dim his headlights in time) but because of who he is professionally. He is a lawyer who has dedicated his career to defending accused persons unable to pay for legal assistance. On paper that looks like a very noble way to dedicate one’s life. In the real world it gets much more complicated and ugly. Of the hundreds of cases Mr. Platt has been involved with your paper chose to focus on a very tragic and sad event that is certain to reignite intense emotions within this community. Well done. How was this event in any way relevant to his citation for failure to dim his lights? Furthermore, Mr. Platt’s education, career and marital status were deemed pertinent to his infraction. I guess a person is fair game if you don’t like what he does for a living – until you need his services. Frankly, this irresponsible “news” article appalls me. It is obviously a thinly veiled attempt to cast doubt as to Mr. Platt’s integrity and to publicly diminish his reputation. In reality it has served no purpose other than to deeply embarrass a long-standing Coupeville family that has been very positively active in the community for over 20 years. This biased article is an embarrassment to The Whidbey Examiner on every level and is a prime example of the kind of “journalism” one sees in the tabloids in the checkout line: big-draw-you-in headline, no substance. Trash. – Frankie Snyder Bellingham
Fair will have animals, kids Inasmuch as 4H and the Island County Fair are not synonymous, reporting only part of the story about the possible absence of animals at future fairs does a disservice to readers. Understandably, an imperiled 4H program has tremendous emotional news value, but the following facts also need to be known. There are many fairs with no 4H presence. Likewise, there are many fairs in
the state of Washington with no Future Farmers of America presence – Island County being one. While 4H is a youth program affiliated with WSU, FFA is a youth program affiliated with the schools, and there has not been an FFA advisor since Duane Spangler because no school district will pay for an ag teacher in this ag county. That’s another story. Since this is the third year of budgetary constraints involving programs under the WSU umbrella, the fair board long ago determined a course of action that preserves animals and youth at any future fair without 4H. What readers need to know is that an open-class youth division already exists in six species and, absent 4H participation, barn space would then become available for open-class youth divisions in the remaining five species. Right now, space is allocated to 4H animals first, and there is not enough room to accommodate both 4H and open in some divisions. The 4H kids would instead come to the fair with open-class entries. There will never be an Island County Fair without animals or youth in tandem unless the fair disappears altogether. You know, the fair has been here since 1912, and animals and kids have always been a large part of it, with or without various youth programs. That will not change. –Sandey Brandon Island County Fair Administrator See LETTERS, page 6
Correction A story on page 1 of the Sept. 8 issue titled, “Attorney charged with negligent driving” incorrectly stated that the arresting deputy reported that the suspect had been driving “erratically.” The deputy stopped the suspect because he failed to quickly dim his car’s high beams. The deputy reported that he detected a “strong odor of intoxicants,” and then arrested the suspect after he declined to take a breathalyzer test during the traffic stop.
Last week’s Examiner online poll question: How do you feel about the design and size of homes to be built in the Laurens Wood neighborhood in Coupeville? How our readers voted: q The homes are tacky and too small. q The design isn’t very good, but the size is OK. q Coupeville needs more smaller, affordable homes, and these fit the bill. q As long as the homes comply with town rules, the design and size are irrelevant.
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Commute: From page 3 Small cabin, big repair are required by law to provide commute-trip reduction programs. And while Island County is not on the list, it has launched a voluntary program. The program offers free pedometers to the first 35 new Rideshareonline participants and a chance to win a $100 gift certificate from the Coupeville merchant of their choice. Other incentives are planned for October, November and December. The state Department of Transportation is offering its own incentives, including a weekly drawing for $50 gift cards and an opportunity for anyone who takes a vanpool or
carpool at least two days a week to win a luxury getaway or an Apple iPad. After the first two informational meetings at the Coupeville library, d’Almeida said there were already 25 new Rideshare users. With the town’s largest employers already supporting the program, she hopes to bring the Coupeville schools onboard as well. To learn about the Community Trip Reduction Program, contact Cathy d’Almeida at 360672-8473 or cathy.dalmeida@ gmail.com. A
Creamery: From page 2 When done, the “girls,” as Vicky calls them, return to the herd and their milk is immediately chilled to a pre-determined temperature within two hours. The Browns say it takes two people just under two hours to complete the farm chores, including milking, chilling the milk and cleaning 54 pieces of milking equipment twice a day. Add to that the art of cheese making and marketing their products and their days are full. They have a herd of about 30 Nubian goats and East Friesian sheep they care for themselves, providing both maternity care and performing all their own blood testing. Vicky is clear they won’t hesitate to call in a vet if needed. “My girls are my top priority,” she said. “Then the cheese.” The flavorful cheese produced by the farm already has found an eager audience. For the opening day of their booth at the Bayview Farmers Market last July, the Browns planned on bringing 40 pounds of chevre – French for goat cheese – but decided to bring
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A huge barrier bag on the beach below N.E. Front and Haller streets in Coupeville will be filled with water and used as a dam to keep out the tide as workers from Anacortes-based West Coast Divers and Marine shore up a beach cabin down below the bank. The company began work Sept. 10, and could have the street closed for as long as a month as workers complete repairs that include installing a 50-foot steel beam to reinforce the structure.
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Your poll does not provide a way to disagree with the statement, “As long as the homes comply with town rules, the design and size are irrelevant.” A range of responses from “Strongly Disagree” to “Fully Agree” would be preferred. I vote “Strongly Disagree.” The remaining choices combine items, such as tacky and too small, that should be voted on individually. These homes, while affordable, are not suitable for seniors, handicapped or disabled. The builders own web site indicates he builds affordable homes for young families. How many young families are moving to Coupeville and how many years, if ever, will it be before all 20 are owner occupied? This is Coupeville’s largest subdivision in the last 50 years. Where are the affordable homes suitable for seniors who want to come here? – Bob Nichols Coupeville
subsequently built a $426,000 home on the property. Of course his property taxes about doubled. It was the new house that made the total property now worth about $600,000. Somebody blow a whistle and cry “foul.” – John Dean Island County Commissioner
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Incredibly, your Sept. 8 edition presented a blatant hype of a proposed 20-house tract development in the midst of Coupeville. I am writing to provide a corrected, more balanced view. No one from your paper attended the Design Review Board meeting of Aug. 24, at which many legitimate concerns about the project were expressed by citizens and DRB members. You interviewed no neighbor directly affected by the project. And in your interview with Planner Larry Kwarsik, you missed a major point he made repeatedly at the DRB meeting: the creation of a 20-house tract is an unprecedented step for Coupeville, and represents a major departure from the unique, diverse homes that characterize our town. How did a 20-house tract of look-alike homes get approval? Camano Islander Dale Smith, A lack of robust small-hisin an Aug. 20 political letter to toric-town building and design the editor titled, “All was fine standards for the planning before John Dean,” reported commission and design review that, before I was elected, his board to use to stop or change property taxes were half what mass developments like Lauthey are today. rens Woods; a flawed process A check with the assessor’s that failed to notify a single office shows Dale failed to Albion Street homeowner of the mention he owned vacant land proposed development, denying before I was elected, and then them the chance to speak out and raise concerns in a public forum; and an aggressive offIsland developer who pounced on a foreclosed property and, aided and abetted by Peoples Bank, rushed the final approval through two town bodies, the
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town council and the design review board. To those who think a 20-house tract might be a good thing, consider the following: The proposed development features split-level houses not suitable for anybody handicapped, elderly, or planning to age in place. Wherever you go in these houses, you will be going up and down stairs – even the entries have steps, as shown in your illustration! The developer, Zakir Parpia of Himalaya Homes, plans to build these houses using offIsland labor, so there will be no employment opportunities for local construction workers. The developer has stated his intention to build these houses as rentals until he can sell them. A beautiful wooded wildlife habitat will be sacrificed for a project of dubious merit in our community. Urge our town council to quickly develop building codes and design standards that will preserve the diverse, attractive nature of our town. Coupeville is exempt from the Growth Management Act, meaning we are not required to fill in all open space with impersonal buildings and houses. The current project to develop county, Ebey’s Reserve, town building codes and standards has been stalled for over a year. We need protection now. Without it, developers not sensitive to our small town’s needs will gobble us up piecemeal, and Coupeville will no longer be a special place to live. – Eve Parrish Coupeville
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Volunteers keep historical museum vibrant With a small budget and a mountain of historical artifacts to catalog, store and place on display, the Island County Historical Museum relies on a cadre of dedicated volunteers to keep everything on track and running smoothly. By Toni Grove Examiner Staff Writer Volunteers are the heart and soul of the nonprofit organizations that contribute so much to the local community. But Rick Castellano, executive director of the Island County Historical Society, would undoubtedly say they’re also the head, hands and strong back. “We’re blessed with amazing volunteers,” he said, beginning with board members who represent all of Island County, including Camano Island and North, South and Central Whidbey. After all, Castellano pointed out, “It’s all of Island County’s historical society, not just Coupeville’s.” There are 30 to 35 regular volunteers who do everything from greeting visitors when they arrive at the historical museum in Coupeville to maintaining the vast array of artifacts and documents that chronicle the county’s rich history from prehistoric times to the present. The museum’s collections include more than 20,000 items, and two volunteers are currently going through everything and photographing them all so they is can be catalogued and entered into an electronic database. Joe Walck, who just finished a stint as president of the Coupeville Lions Club, is responsible for upkeep of the electronic database, keeping track of Island County Historical Society membership and serving as the webmaster for islandhistory.org. Four volunteers work full time in the archives cataloguing, preserving and interpreting everything from diaries and maps
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Under the watchful gaze of Captain Coupe, Island County Historical Museum volunteer Fran Lessard stands at the Edison cylinder player that she enjoys demonstrating for visitors. Asked which is her favorite part of the museum, her answer is, “All of it!” The museum is one of at least 50 local nonprofit organizations that depend on volunteers who contribute their time, talents and energy to benefit the entire community.
to photographs and oral histories, as well as making materials available for use by researchers or just curious members of the community. The late Janet Enzmann was the museum’s head librarian and archivist. When she wasn’t up the street volunteering at the Coupeville library, she was over in the museum archives keeping everything organized and accessible.
“We’ll need six people to replace Janet,” Castellano said. Docents are another important piece of the volunteer puzzle at the museum, Castellano pointed out. Leading tours of the exhibits is only a part of what they offer the community. They teach crafts with children’s groups who come to learn at the museum and give tours of the town and places of historical interest.
And often, Castellano said, members of the community will volunteer for just a day or for an event they particularly enjoy, such as the annual Mammoth Day on Saturday, Sept. 18 or new events like the recent Sneak Peek at Ebey Bowl that celebrated the reopening of the iconic bowling alley on the prairie. There are dozens of volunteer positions waiting to be filled at the historical society, some easi-
ly defined and others unique. For example, Steve Kobylk found the menu for the first Christmas dinner celebrated at Fort Casey in 1910 so that it can be recreated at this year’s annual Holiday Feast to celebrate the centennial anniversary of the Coastal Artillery. What is Steve Kobylk’s job? Maybe the simplest answer is the best: historian. A
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Central Whidbey Community Resource Guide A guide to the nonprofit organizations that make our community a great place to live. A joint project of the Town of Coupeville and The Whidbey Examiner
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County Provides mentoring aimed at making a positive difference in a child’s life. 913 E. Whidbey Ave. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360-279-0644 maryj@bbbsislandcounty.org www.bbbsislandcounty.org Contact: Mary Johnson
Binky Patrol Makes handmade blankets for children and teens in need of comfort, serves foster care kids and new babies in low-income families. 360-331-3155 zarifis@whidbey.com www.binkypatrol.org Area Coordinator: Marcella Zarifis
Central Whidbey Chamber of Commerce Actively promoting local business in our unique community. P.O. Box 152 23 N.W. Front St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5434 director@centralwhidbeychamber.com www.centralwhidbeychamber. com Executive Director: Lynda Eccles
Central Whidbey Hearts & Hammers Plans a one-day annual blitz during which volunteers repair and rehabilitate the homes of those physically or financially unable to do the work themselves. 107 S. Main St., Suite C-102 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-240-2964 cwheatsandhammers@gmail. com www.centralwhidbeyheartsandhammers.com Contacts: John and Alice Schisel
Central Whidbey Lions Club The “hands-on” club supports the community by repairing
and constructing community projects. P.O. Box 1042 Coupeville, WA 98239 cwlions@whidbey.net www.cwlions.lionwap.org President: Don Piercy
Citizens Against Domestic and Sexual Abuse CADA Advocates with compassion for victims of domestic and sexual abuse, educates the public about abuse, develops programs to help prevent abuse and provides leadership in the community on issues of concern to women, men and children. P.O. Box 190 Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360-675-7057 cada@whidbey.net www.cadacanhelp.org Director: Margie Porter
Community Foundation for Coupeville Public Schools
Coupeville Boys & Girls Club Inspires and enables all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. P.O. Box 985 203 N. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5640 club@coupevilleboysandgirlsclub.org www.coupevilleboysandgirlsclub.org Unit Director: Eileen Stone
Coupeville Community Education Offers a variety of classes for youth and adults. 360-678-6222 kandrews@coupeville.k12. wa.us www.coupville.k12.wa.us Coordinator: Kim Andrews
Coupeville Farmers Market
Provides support through annual mini-grants to teachers, scholarships for graduating students and support for students who need financial assistance.
A seasonal market offering a wide variety of local produce, plants and homemade treats. Includes local artisans, crafters and hot-food vendors.
P.O. Box 1500 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-1440 president@ 4coupevilleschools.org www.4coupevilleschools.org President: Chic Merwine
P.O. Box 215 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-4288 coupevillemarket@aol.com coupevillefarmersmarket.com Market Manager: Peg Tennant
Concerts on the Cove
Coupeville Festival Association
Brings high-quality, affordable entertainment to Coupeville. P.O. Box 306 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5581 www.concertsonthecove.org President: Dave Binder
Presents the annual Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival, started in 1964 and considered one of the longest-running festivals in the state. All proceeds are invested back into the community through grants and scholarships, with a Coupeville Booster Club special emphasis on enhancing Supports all athletic programs at and promoting local arts and Coupeville High School through crafts. volunteerism and financial supP.O. Box 611 port. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5116 P.O. Box 452 info@coupevilleartsandcrafts. Coupeville, WA 98239 org 360-678-3756 www.coupevilleartsandcraftsckellison@live.com festival.org coupevilleboosterclub.com President: Tessa Gavin President: Christy Kellison
Coupeville Garden Club Promotes interest, understanding, education and participation in horticulture and enhances the appearance and beauty of Coupeville. P.O. Box 835 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-1667 President: Gordon Burton
Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association Putting our unique location and architecture to work promoting economic growth and community pride. P.O. Box 121 Coupeville, WA 98239 www.coupevillehistoricwaterfront.com President: Eileen Hunter
Coupeville Lions Club Chartered in 1938, the oldest service group in Coupeville recognizes the community’s needs and finds ways to meet them. P.O. Box 473 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-4105 www.coupevillelions.org President: Dennis Bullock
Coupeville Peace & Reconciliation A community of concerned citizens whose aim is to challenge the growing militarism and acceptance of war through information, education and action and support islanders who desire long-term peace. P.O. Box 713 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-6214 Contact: Madrone Moulton
Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve The nation’s first historical reserve was created in 1978 to protect a rural working landscape. P.O. Box 774 162 Cemetery Road Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-6084 emi_gunn@partner.nps.gov www.nps.gov/ebla Reserve Manager: Mark Preiss
Education and Outreach Coordinator: Emi Gunn
Friends of the Coupeville Library A dynamic volunteer organization providing essential support to Sno-Isle Libraries’ Coupeville branch. P.O. Box 745 788 N.W. Alexander St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-4911 www.sno-isle.org
Gifts from the Heart Food Bank Respectfully providing food to Central Whidbey residents in need. P.O. Box 155 203 N. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-8312 www.giftsfromtheheartfoodbank.com President: Molly Hughes
Greenbank Farm Works to preserve and enhance the aesthetic character, economic value and community use of the farm. 765 Wonn Road, A-201 Greenbank, WA 98253 360-678-7700 volunteer@greenbankfarm.com www.greenbankfarm.com Contact: Mardell Xavier
Harbor Haven Provides free childcare during personal crisis or when respite is needed. P.O. Box 1601 307 S. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-4840 harborhaven2@yahoo.com www.harborhaven2.webs.com Center Director: Sarah Berger
Island County Historical Society & Museum Celebrating more than 150 years of Island County history and providing educational programming, tours and an on-site research library and archives facility. Continued on next page
Harbor, WA 98277 Langley, WA• 98260 Continued from previous page 15, Wednesday, September 2010 The WhidbeyOak Examiner 360-678-2264 glavassar@gmail.com audubon@whidbey.com Director: Gail LaVassar P.O. Box 305 www.whidbeyaudubon.org 908 N.W. Alexander St. President: Steve Ellis Senior Services Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-3310 of Island County Whidbey Camano ed-ichs@whidey.net On behalf of senior and diswww.islandhistory.org Land Trust abled citizens, the organization Executive Director: Rick Casprovides services and resources Protects the Island’s natural tellano and rural areas by working with that improve well being, proprivate landowners, community mote personal independence New Beginnings and facilitate participation in the groups and public agencies. community. Thrift Store Services are available at Cam765 Wonn Road Barn C-201 All proceeds from the thrift Bey Apartments, which is Greenbank, WA 98253 store support Harbor Haven, owned and operated by Senior 360-222-3310 which provides free emergency Services and open to those 62 info@wclt.org and respite daycare. Gently used years and older as well as diswww.wclt.org items gladly accepted. abled, low-income adults. Executive Director: Pat Powell 404 N. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-0537
Orca Network Dedicated to raising awareness about whales of the Pacific Northwest and the importance of providing them healthy and safe habitats 2403 N. Bluff Road Greenbank, WA 98253 360-678-3451 info@orcanetwork.org www.orcanetwork.org Contact: Howard Garrett & Susan Berta
Pacific Rim Institute for Environmental Stewardship Working on saving and preserving 175 acres of Smith Prairie and providing education and service to the community. 180 Parker Road Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5586 rkp56@yahoo.com Robert Pelant & Holly Kress
Cam-Bey Apartments 50 N. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-4888 Assistant Manager: Pat Weekly www.islandseniorservice.org
Small Miracles Disburses money to pay medically related bills for those in need living within Coupeville School District boundaries. All funds are donated by people in the local community and administered by volunteers. P.O. Box 912 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-672-5651 Contact: Joyce Peterson
Soroptimist International of Coupeville Aims to improve the quality of life for women and girls, both locally and abroad. P.O. Box 573 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-320-7013 vivianrdecker@gmail.com President: Vivian Rogers Decker
Penn Cove Water Festival WAIF (Whidbey Animals’ Association Improvement Foundation) Organizes a unique cultural festival celebrating Coupeville’s Native American history and our historic waterfront. Festival includes Native canoe races, crafts, food and entertainment. P.O. Box 393 Coupeville, WA 98239 susan@orcanetwork.org www.penncovewaterfestival. com President: Susan Berta
Readiness to Learn Foundation Helps children thrive through education, family support and school readiness. P.O. Box 346
Provides food, shelter, veterinary care and nurturing to displaced pets until loving homes can be found. P.O. Box 1108 20168 Hwy. 20 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5816 shelter@waifanimals.org www.waifanimals.org
Whidbey Audubon Society
Whidbey General Hospital Community Outreach Offers a wide variety of speakers and resources to promote health and wellness in our community. 360-678-7646, Ext. 2136 communityoutreach@whidbeygen.org www.whidbeygen.org Coordinator: Michele Renninger
Whidbey General Hospital Foundation Supports Whidbey General Hospital and community health endeavors through public awareness and managing charitable resources. P.O. Box 641 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-7656, Ext. 4020 blankl@whidbeygen.org www.whidbeygen.org Contact: Laura Blankenship
Whidbey Island Conservation District Serves the residents of Whidbey Island in conserving natural resources through educational outreach as well as technical and financial assistance. P.O. Box 490 404 N.E. Center St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-4708 or 888-678-4922 Karen@whidbeycd.org www.whidbeycd.org District Manager: Karen Bishop
Whidbey Island Kite Festival Association Presents the annual Whidbey Island Kite Festival and sponsors kite education and kite-making projects.
Dedicated to the understanding, appreciation and protection of wildlife species and their habitat P.O. Box 1320 Coupeville, WA 98239 on Whidbey Island. 360-678-9358 allen.d.taylor@verizon.net P.O. Box 1012
Whidbey Island Pony Club
Jackie Vannice: 360-679-7328; Page 9 jackie.vannice@wsu.edu
Provides a program for youth that teaches riding, mounted sports and the care of horses and ponies.
Admiralty Head Lighthouse provides visitor access and promotes knowledge, appreciation and understanding of the lighthouse. Program Coordinator John Shoosmith: 360-240-5584; admiraltyheadlighthouse@ gmail.com
P.O. Box 901 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-929-3607 www.whidbeyisland.ponyclub. org
Whidbey Playhouse An amateur community theatre that strives for excellence and professionalism in all we do. P.O. Box 571 730 SE Midway Blvd. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360-679-2237 office@whidbeyplayhouse.com www.whidbeyplayhouse.com Playhouse Manager: Janice Powell
Washington State University - Island County Extension P.O. Box 5000 101 NE 6th St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-679-7327 timothy.lawrence@wsu.edu www.island.wsu.edu Director: Timothy Lawrence, Ph.D. 4H teaches “learning by doing” and supports children as they discover their talents and interests. Program Coordinator
Beach Watchers works to understand, value and protect Island County’s unique marine environment. 360-679-7327; beachwatchers@wsu.edu Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who work to extend knowledge of horticulture. Program Coordinator Nancy Zaretzke: 360-240-5527; nzaretzke@wsu.edu Noxious Weed Control works to prevent the spread of noxious weeds with the goal of protecting agriculture and natural resources. Program Coordinator Thane Tupper: 360-678-7992; thane.tupper@wsu.edu Shore Stewards create healthier shores for wildlife and people. Program Coordinator Scott Chase: 360-387-3443; schase@wsu.edu Waste Wise volunteers who are learning how to reduce garbage and teach these techniques to others. Program Coordinator Janet Hall, 360-678-7974; halljn@wsu.edu
Nonprofit fair set for Sept. 18 Local residents can learn more about the many nonprofit organizations at work in Central Whidbey at the Nonprofit Fair, set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18 at the Coupeville Farmers Market. If you’re recently retired, new to the community or maybe suffering a bout of “empty-nest syndrome,” this is an excellent
opportunity to find a place to contribute your energy and talents. Many of the groups included in the Central Whidbey 2010 Community Resource Guide will be on hand to provide information about their activities. For information, call Coupeville Town Council Member Molly Hughes at 360-678-8312.
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To all the organizations and volunteers who make our community such a wonderful place to live:
Thank You! The Town of Coupeville would like to thank the nonprofit groups and the hundreds of volunteers who help provide the quality of life we all enjoy in our community. Every year these nonprofits donate thousands of volunteer hours and contribute hundreds of thousands of dollars back into our local economy and to our neighbors in need. Coupeville would not be the special place it is without your dedication and commitment.
Their many contributions include: Making Coupeville beautiful with flowers, gardens, road and beach pick-up, park development and trail maintenance. ••• Lifetime learning opportunities for our citizens that cover a huge array of subjects from the arts, music and history to political and environmental issues and much more. ••• Support for our schools, teachers and students with donations of supplies, scholarships, athletic equipment and special projects in the arts and trades. ••• Environmental protection of our shorelines, open spaces, prairies, farmland and water resources. ••• Protection of our birds, wildlife, sea life and domestic animals. ••• Food, medical aid and home repairs for our neighbors in need. ••• Opportunities for our farmers and businesses. ••• Preservation of our historic buildings. ••• Events we all enjoy, from concerts to parades to festivals! ••• And so much more!
PO Box 725 • 4 NE Seventh St., Coupeville, WA 98239 • 360-678-4461 • www.townofcoupeville.org
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OBITUARIES Janice Libbey Coffman On December 16, 1938, Joseph and Ethel Libbey gave Coupeville its beloved daughter Janice Libbey Coffman. Janice was born the fourth of five children, she shared a childhood of adventures with Marilyn, Wayne, Lyla and Lealand. She was raised surrounded with extended family, creating memories in Coupeville – a tradition that she continued when she started her own family. Throughout their lives, Janice and her sisters have been a trio of support, guidance and love for one another, laying an example for a pack of strong Libbey women to follow. Janice married in 1957 and soon started her young family of three daughters, Stacy Kay, Janet Lea and Linda Rae (Rob Johnson). For 35 years, she gave selflessly to the 4H program through her work with the Island County WSU Cooperative Extension. She touched countless young lives with her spirit and passion for learning through 4H. In her later years with the program, Janice was honored with induction into the 4H Hall of Fame. On New Year’s Day, 1978, she married Everett Coffman and welcomed four more children into her life: Sherrie (Bob Scott), John (Denise Coffman), Judy (Fred Andrews), and Teresa (Tim Wilhelms). As Janice and Everett’s family grew they continued to create a beautiful life in Coupeville full of love and laughs for future generations. As a true Whidbey Islander, Janice enjoyed spending most of her time near the water, clam digging, beach bathing and campfires with good company. Janice was a superhero in the eyes of her 10 grandchildren: Jaclyn, Nicole, Krystal, Haley, John, Laura, Dana, Taylor, Tyson, Gracie, and two great grandsons: Christian & Cameron. She made it her life’s passion to teach them confidence, kindness, perseverance and the right way to make a bed. She had a love for the past and an ability to bring her heritage to life for her family. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington and encouraged the preservation of history. Janice lived in and loved Coupeville from the time she
was born. She never left the beauty and serenity of this place. A two-time cancer survivor, she was a fighter from the start in her life. She finally lost a 30-year battle with illness at 71 years old. She passed peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family. A service for Janice was held at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 at Living Hope Church in Coupeville. The family asks that donations be made to the 4H program at the Island County Cooperative Extension office at P.O. Box 1500, Coupeville, WA 98239. Arrangements were entrusted to Burley Funeral Chapel.
Harold Ransley Harold E. Ransley of Coupeville passed away peacefully on September 1, 2010 after a brave struggle with cancer. His final days were spent in the supportive care of Enso House in Freeland. Harold and his wife Jean settled on Whidbey Island in 2003 from upstate New York. They involved themselves in the many community and outdoor activities that Whidbey and the Pacific Northwest have to offer. Harold and Jean were members of the Coupeville United Methodist Church and volunteered with church-sponsored activities. They were active in their Ledgewood neighborhood and always helpful and caring neighbors. After Jean passed away in September 2009, Harold remained active in both the neighborhood and church until his death. Harold was born in 1927 in Wayne County, New York. Growing up during the Great Depression and being in military service during World War II, Harold had set his sights on college. He graduated from the Albany School of Pharmacy and went on to own the Rexall Pharmacy in Sodus, NY, where he filled prescriptions and listened to countless customer stories for over 35 years. In 1956, he married Jean Lyon and together, they transformed an old farmhouse into a wonderful home, raised a family, hosted many gettogethers, and were well known and respected members of their community. Together, Harold and Jean were active naturalists, environmentally aware and appreciative of nature’s gifts. Much of their life was devoted to enjoying the world as seen from a canoe, a trail, a beach or from the top
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of a mountain – experiences often shared with their children, friends and family. They enjoyed the adventure of travel, and after retirement visited many parts of the world on Elderhostel tours. They were devoted parents and grandparents, actively engaged in the lives of their extended family members. They hosted numerous family parties, trips and reunions, in places that included the Adirondacks, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Oregon and Florida. Harold will be missed by many who came to know him over the years. He was a dignified gentleman on all accounts. He is survived by his brother, Richard Ransley and wife Nancy; his daughter Keren (Ransley) LaCourse, husband Donald and sons Matthew and Benjamin; his daughter Lynda Ransley, husband Timothy Hohn and children Samuel, Bryce and Deah; his son Scott Ransley, wife Brenda and their children Ellen and Nathan, as well as a host of friends both near and far. A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 at Coupeville United Methodist Church. A memorial fund has been established in Harold’s name with Ebey’s Landing and contributions may be sent to P.O. Box 774, Coupeville, WA 98239. Obituary notices for publication in The Whidbey Examiner may be e-mailed to news@whidbeyexaminer.com.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Langley Summer Concerts, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday through September, Useless Bay Coffee Co., 121 Second St., Langley. uselessbaycoffee.com. Rock the Rock, 4-10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Blue Fox Drive-In, 1403 Monroe Landing, Oak Harbor. Music festival and skateboard exhibition and competition. Music is free; concessions, arcade games and go-karts available for purchase. Scott Scrimshaw, 505-3102144; vinenbranches.com. Relay for Life North Whidbey Volunteer Meeting, 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St., Oak Harbor. Karla Sharkey, 360-675-8091; kksharkey123@comcast.net. Clinton Centennial Celebration, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Clinton Community Hall, Humphrey and Hwy. 525. Sponsored by the Clinton Progressive Association. Birthday cake, stories and memories and the Century Award presentation by Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed. Free. Bee Colony Collapse Disorder Program, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, Pacific Rim Institute, 180 Parker, Coupeville. WSU Island County
Extension Director Tim Lawrence talks about the decline in honeybee populations. Bring honey to taste and share. $5 suggested donation. MarkliAnn Johnston; 360-6825644; gonemom@mac.com. Preschool Storytime, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, 23, 30, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander. Children ages 2-5 enjoy stories, songs and getting ready to read with a parent or caregiver. A craft follows; 360-678-4911; sno-isle.org. Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst, Oak Harbor. Program on State of the City; 360675-3755. The Problem with Plastics, 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, Oak Harbor Farmers Market. Learn how plastics affect our health and environment; 360-279-4762. Friends of the Coupeville Library Potluck & Business Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, Coupeville library, 788 NW Alexander. Bring a friend and a dish; 360-678-4911; sno-isle.org. Island County Republican Party meeting, 6:30 p.m. Thursday,
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Sept. 16, Clinton Community Hall, 6411 Central Ave., Clinton; islandcountygop.com, 360-279-1197. History of Wine, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, Coupeville library, 788 NW Alexander. Join wine connoisseur and broker Robert Wagner as he shares his expertise and reveals the rich history of wine; 360-6784911; sno-isle.org. Program on Center for Development in Central America, Nicaragua, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, Jenne Farm Gathering House, 538 Engle, Coupeville. Learn about nonprofit group working to address poverty in Nicaragua; 360-6784433, jdpeterson@cablespeed. com, jhc-cdca.org. Safe Routes to School Workshop, 4-5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, Olympic View Elementary. Guest speaker is Charlotte Claybrooke, Washington State’s Safe Routes to School coordinator; 360-279-4762. World War II Stories, 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Sept. 17-18, Whidbey Children’s Theater, 222 Anthes, Langley. Stories told by Don Wilkins and Tom Churchill from both sides of the Atlantic, with songs from the 1940s by the Keeney Sisters (Kira Vogt, Marta Mulholland and Joni Takanikos) in a USO canteen setting. Tickets, $10; 360-221-8707, wctonline.com. Whidbey Audubon Field Trip, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18. Meet at 1838 N. Bluff, Greenbank, for a walk through forests, wetlands and open fields to a cedar tree over 1,000 years old. Many small forest birds, raptors and woodpeckers; 360-678-5403. Bike Rodeo, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Hillcrest Elementary School, 1500 NW Second Ave., Oak Harbor. Wear your helmet and test your bike-handling skills on an obstacle course. Parent signature required; 360-279-4762. Mammoth Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Island County Historical Museum, 908 NW Alexander, Coupeville. Follow the tracks of giant elephantine creatures that ruled Whidbey Island through the last Ice Age, to about 10,000 years ago. Fun activities for kids, interesting facts for grownups; 360-6783310.
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International Model A Day, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Greenbank Store, 25189 Hwy. 525, Greenbank. Whidbey Island As will show their prized autos. Morris Dancers perform, Saturday, Sept. 18: 9:45 a.m., Useless Bay Coffeehouse, Langley; 9:45 a.m., Greenbank Farm; 10 a.m., South Whidbey Tilth Market and Bayview Farmers Market; 10:45 a.m., Front Street, Coupeville and Boy and Dog Park, Langley; 11 a.m., South Whidbey Tilth Market; 4:15 p.m., Boy and Dog Park and Useless Bay Coffeehouse, Langley. Includes Morris groups from California, Canada and Washington, D.C. For a full schedule visit mossyback.com. Friends of the Clinton Library Book Sale, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Clinton Community Hall, 6411 Central Ave. Thousands of books for all ages at bargain prices; 360-341-4280 dcolfer@ sno-isle.org. Free Community Clothing Swap, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, VFW Post, 3037 Goldie, Oak Harbor. Bring clean, wearable clothing to exchange for “new to you” clothing; 360-675-2338; hannolds@ comcast.net. Best Garage Sale of the Year, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Regency on Whidbey, 1040 SW Kimball, Oak Harbor. Car wash also available; 360-279-0933. Luncheon, Style Show & Auction, Saturday, Sept. 18, Useless Bay Golf & Country Club, 5725 Country Club Drive, Langley. Benefit for Friends of Home Health Care and Hospice of Whidbey General Hospital.Tickets, $35; 360-678-7605. DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel, 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Hayes Hall 137 by the Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta; 360672-8219, idipic.org. Free Poetry Workshop for Teens, 2:30-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept 18, South Whidbey Commons, 124 2nd, Langley. With nationally known poet and performance artist Matt Gano. A Brave New Words event; 360-221-0127, info@bravenewwords.org. Brave New Words event, 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn, Greenbank. Music maker Matt Gano, nationally known poet, writer, performance artist. Teen workshops, 2:30 p.m. at the Commons, Langley; 360-331-7099, 360222-3070, BraveNewWords.org. Democratic Candidates Forum, 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19, Hayes Hall, 1000 SE Regatta, Oak Harbor. Tom Riggs and Laura Lewis, running for 10th district state representatives; 360-675-5289, marjmcnae@comcast.net. Whidbey Community Chorus Christmas Season Registration, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19, First United Methodist Church, 1050 SE Ireland, Oak Harbor. Dues, $20; $10 students; 360-678-4148; whidbeycommchorus.org.
Armchair Travel Around the World, 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 20, 27, Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander. Join community presenters as they share adventures from around the world. Travel to a different place each night – China, Bulgaria, England and more; 360678-4911; sno-isle.org. Island County Astronomical Society, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, First United Methodist Church, 1050 SE Ireland, Oak Harbor. Dan Pullen, 360-679-7664; icas-wa.webs.com. Open Circle Community Choir, 7-9 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 20, United Methodist church, 301 Anthes, Langley. Non-audition choir open to everyone regardless of singing experience. New members welcome Sept. 20 and 27. First performance Dec. 12. Donation requested; 360 221-2161, steve@stevemotenko.com. Sing into Reading, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, Coupeville library, 788 NW Alexander; 11:30 a.m. Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta. Nancy Stewart invites children and caregivers to sing and play with words together; 360-6784911, 360-675-5115, sno-isle.org. Stop Smoking Support, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, Whidbey General Hospital, 101 N Main, Coupeville. Free; 360-678-7656 ext. 2130; 360-321-7656. Djangofest, Sept. 22-26, WICA, 565 Camano Ave., Langley. Experience the premier showcase of Gypsy jazz in North America. Live performances, workshops and “djamming.” Tickets $24-$60. WICAonline.com; 360-221-8268; 800638-7631. Mood Food and Brain Nutrients, 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta. Nutrition Consultant Karl Mincin presents state-of-the-art advice for balancing brain chemistry to prevent and treat depression, anxiety and dementia; 360-675-5115, snoisle.org. Bring Your Bike, 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, Oak Harbor Farmers Market, next to Chamber of Commerce, 32630 Hwy. 20, Oak Harbor. Tips on bike maintenance and tune-ups; Island County bike map, Whidbey Island Bicycle Club; 360279-4762. Library Book Group, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta. Discussion of “Midnight at the Dragon Cafe” by Judy Fong Bates; 360-675-5115, sno-isle.org. Creative Kids Club, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, 1253 NW 2nd. Create a Pizza and Games Party. Fee, $3; supplies provided; 360675-7665. Whidbey Interfaith Vigil of Peace and Hope, 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, St. Augustine’s-in-theWoods Episcopal Church, 5217 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland. 360-678-5071, abrjhall@cablespeed.com.
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PORT OF COUPEVILLE - NOTICE OF PRELIMINARY BUDGET APPROVAL AND PUBLIC HEARING
No new development is proposed. Permits: Conditional Use Permit In accordance with Section 16.06.030(F) of the Coupeville Development Regulations, this notice of application is provided to inform agencies and nearby property owners of an impending land use action. The conditional use of the property is subject to the review of the Planning Commission at a Public Hearing. The public is cordially invited to attend this hearing and provide comments in person, or to submit written comments in advance of the public hearing. The Planning Commission hearing on this matter is scheduled on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Island County Annex Building, at 1 NE Sixth Street, Coupeville, WA. This is a predecision public hearing before the Planning Commission. You may participate in the hearing and may request a copy of the Planning Commission recommendation to the Town Council. The Town may only accept public comment up until the time that the public comment period closes during the predecision hearing before the Planning Commission. Subsequently a public meeting will be held before the Town Council. The Council’s decision on the project, as recommended by the Planning Commission, shall be based upon the record created before the Planning Commission. All information related to this application is on file at Town Hall. If you have comments or questions, please contact Larry Kwarsick, Town Planner, at 678-4461. Comments on the proposal must be addressed to the Coupeville Planning Department, 4 NE Seventh Street/PO Box 725, Coupeville, WA, 98239
NE 6th Street, Coupeville, Washington, to consider adoption of Ordinance No. C-71-10 Adopting Chapter 3.30A ICC Increasing County Excise Tax on Switched Access Lines, Radio Access Lines and Voice Over Internet Protocol Service Lines. A summary of the proposed Ordinance follows. The Washington State Legislature found that the appropriate method of deriving revenue to fund Enhanced 911 Emergency Communications systems is state and county excise taxes that apply to the use of switched access lines, radio access lines and interconnected voice over internet protocol service lines that may be used to call 9-1-1 for emergency services. Under Substitute Senate Bill 6846 passed by the 2010 Washington State Legislature, counties will not be eligible to receive funding from the State E911 account if they have not imposed the maximum amount locally. Any rate less than the maximum 70 cents required by Substitute Senate Bill 6846 will disqualify Island County from receiving State 911 assistance to help fund the operation of the Island County Emergency Communications Center (I-COM). Currently, Island County receives almost $140,000 annually for enhanced 911 network, database, and language line services from State enhanced 911 excise taxes. The proposed ordinance would increase enhanced 911 excise taxes on the use of switched access lines from 50 cents per month to 70 cents per month, the use of radio access lines from 50 cents per month to 70 cents per month, and establish an excise tax for interconnected voice over internet protocol (VoIP) services lines at 70 cents per month. The full text of the proposed Ordinance will be mailed upon request made to the undersigned, or may be obtained by calling 6797397, or dropping by the office of Island County Clerk of the Board during normal office hours. Interested persons may appear at the public hearing and give testimony for or against the proposed Resolution. Persons requiring auxiliary aids/services should call Island County Human Resources at 679‑7919, 629‑4522, Ext. 7919, or 32l‑5111, ext. 7919 (use whichever number is applicable for the area) at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Elaine Marlow, Island County
Clerk of the Board, P. O. Box 5000, Coupeville, WA 98239-5000, 360-679-7397, 360-321-5111
LATE CHARGE INFORMATION From 11/01/2009 To June 16, 2010 Number of Payments 8 Monthly Payment $66.57 Total $532.56 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: May 25, 2007 Note Amount: $172,550.00 Interest Paid To: October 1, 2009 Next Due Date: November 1, 2009 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $167,796.04, together with interest as provided in the Note from the November 1, 2009, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on September 24, 2010. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by September 13, 2010, {11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before September 13, 2010 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashier’s or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated anytime after the September 13, 2010 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): 1679 POPLAR LN CAMANO ISLAND, WA 98282-7628 1679 POPLAR LN CAMANO ISLAND, WA 98282-7628 by both first class and certified mail on April 21, 2010, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone
requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under the Unlawful Detainer Act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060; DATED: June 16, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS RANDE JOHNSEN, PRESIDENT 1700 Seventh Avenue Suite 2100 Seattle WA 98101 Trustee Corps 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, Irvine, CA 92606 SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714259-7850 ASAP# 3672571 08/18/2010, 09/15/2010
Notice is hereby given that a Preliminary Budget for the fiscal year 2011 has been prepared and placed on file at the office of the Port District at #24 Front Street, Coupeville, WA. A copy thereof may be obtained by any taxpayer at the aforementioned address. This Preliminary Budget may also be read on the Port’s website: portofcoupeville. org. A public hearing will he held by the Board of Commissioners of the Port at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at the Sno-Isle Library, #788 Alexander Street, Coupeville, for the purpose of fixing and adopting the Final Budget of the Port District for 2011. Questions regarding the Preliminary Budget may be directed to James Patton, the Executive Director, at (360) 678-5020, or email: executivedirector@ portofcoupeville.org Legal No. CEX 2215 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Sept. 15, Sept. 22, 2010
TOWN OF COUPEVILLE - NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Notice is hereby given that the Town of Coupeville has received from Whidbey Island Conservation District an application for a conditional use permit to occupy the historic commercial building at 100 NE 4th Street (Assessor’s Parcel S6415-004-0001-0) as their business office. Case No.: CUP 10-01. Proponent: Whidbey Island Conservation District. Application Date: September 9, 2010. Public Notice: September 15, 2010. Location: 100 NE 4th Street – The Williams House. Zoning: The property is zoned Town Commercial. Description: This application requests a conditional use permit to occupy the historic commercial building at 100 NE 4th Street as a business office. The Whidbey Island Conservation District is a QuasiPublic Use. A Quasi-Public Use is only allowed in the Town Commercial zone as a conditional use. The property also lies within the Historic Restoration Overlay zone.
Legal No. CEX 2221 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Sept. 15, 2010
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – ISLAND COUNTY EXCISE TAX ORD. NO. C-7110 On September 27, 2010 at 2:15 p.m., the Board of Island County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the Island County Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room (Room #102B), located in the Island County Annex Building, 1
Legal No.: CEX 2214 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Sept. 15, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – SPEIDEL PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Loan No: 501433680 APN: S7410-06-02014-0 TS No: WA07000071-101 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 24, 2010, 10:00 AM, at the main entrance to Oak Harbor City Hall located at 865 S.E. Barrington Drive, Oak Harbor, WA. MTC Financial Inc dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashiers’ check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Island, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 14, BLOCK 2, PLAT OF LOST LAKE GROVE, DIVISION NO. 6, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 8 OF PLATS, PAGE 81, RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY, WASHINGTON. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated May 25, 2007, recorded on May 31, 2007, as Instrument No. 4203339 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Island County, WA from JASON M. SPEIDEL AND ADRIENNE L. SPEIDEL as Grantor(s) ,to JOAN H. ANDERSON, EVP ON BEHALF OF FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of FLAGSTAR BANK, F.S.B., as Beneficiary. More commonly known as 1679 POPLAR LN, CAMANO ISLAND, WA 98282-7628 II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: PAYMENT INFORMATION From 11/01/2009 To June 16, 2010 Number of Payments 8 Monthly payment $1331.34 Total $10,650.72
Legal No.: 2201 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Aug. 18, Sept. 15, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – ADAMS Notice of Trustee’s Sale Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61 24 et seq. File No. 2009 -182307 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee RECONTRUST COMPANY N A on September 24 2010 at 10 00 AM At the main entrance to the City Hall located at 865 SE Barrington Drive Oak Harbor WA 98277 State of Washington (subject to any conditions imposed by the trustee to protect the
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Page 14 LEGAL NOTICES LEGALS, from page 13 lender and borrower) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder payable at time of sale the following described real property situated in the county(ies) of Island State of Washington Tax Parcel ID no S8110 0002030-0 LOT 30 BLOCK 2 SCATCHET HEAD ADD N DIVISION NO 1 ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 8 OF PLATS PAGES 3 4 5 AND 6 RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY WASHINGTON SITUATE IN ISLAND COUNTY WASHINGTON Commonly Known as: 3659 CASEY STREET CLINTON WA 98236 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 04/21/2008 recorded on 04/25/2008 under Auditors File No 4227200 and Deed of Trust re recorded on under Auditor’s File No records of Island County Washington from MARK ADAMS AND SUSAN ADAMS HUSBAND AND WIFE as grantor to REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORP as Trustee to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC as beneficiary the beneficial interest in which was assigned by MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME|LOANS SERVICING LP under an Assignment/ Successive Assignments recorded under Auditors File No 4265933 II No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Grantor’s or Borrowers default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust \ The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/ or other defaults A Monthly Payments $19,087.28 B Late Charges $132.50 C Beneficiary Advances $2,426.91 D Suspense Balance ($ .00) E Other Fees $0.00 Total Arrears $21,646.69 F Trustee s Expenses (Itemization) Trustees Fee $540.00 Title Report $936.58 Statutory Mailings $25.28 Recording Fees $66.00 Publication $0.00 Posting $200.00 Total Costs $1,767.86 Total Amount Due $23,414.55 Other potential defaults do not involve payment of the Beneficiary. If applicable, each of these defaults must also be cured. Listed below are categories of common defaults, which do not involve payment of money to the Beneficiary.
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Opposite each such listed default is a brief description of the action/documentation necessary to cure the default. The list does not exhaust all possible other defaults; any defaults identified by Beneficiary or Trustee that are not listed below must also be cured. Other default, Action necessary to cure Nonpayment of Taxes/Assessments Deliver to Trustee written proof that all taxes and assessments against the property are paid current Default under any senior lien Deliver to Trustee written proof that all senior liens are paid current and that no other defaults exist. Failure to insure property against hazard Deliver to Trustee written proof that the property is insured against hazard as required by the Deed of Trust. Waste Cease and desist from committing waste, repair all damage to property and maintain property as required in Deed of Trust. Unauthorized sale of property (Due on Sale) Revert title to permitted vestee. IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is Principal Balance of $220,890.25 together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 07/01/2009 and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured and as are provided by statute The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of the sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute The sale will be made without warranty express or implied regarding title possession or encumbrances on 09/24/2010 The default(s) referred to in paragraph III together with any subsequent payments late charges advances costs and fees thereafter due must be cured by 09/13/2010 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before the close of the Trustees business on 09/13/2010 (11 days before the sale date) the defaults(s) as set forth in paragraph III together with any subsequent payments late charges advances’ costs and fees thereafter due is/are cured and the Trustee s fees and costs are paid The sale may be terminated any time after 09/13/2010(11 days before the sale date) and before the sale by the Borrower Grantor and Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust plus costs fees
and advances if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust VI A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the address(es) enclosed: MARK ADAMS 1682 McCallie Ferry Rd Soddy Daisy TN 37379 MARK ADAMS PO BOX 260 LANGLEY WA 98260 SUSAN ADAMS 3659 CASEY STREET CLINTON WA 98236 MARK ADAMS 3659 CASEY STREET CLINTON WA 98236 SUSAN ADAMS 1682 McCallie Ferry Rd Soddy Daisy TN 37379 SUSAN ADAMS PO BOX 260 LANGLEY WA 98260 by both first class and either certified mail return receipt requested or registered mail on 01/06/2010 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee and on 01/07/2010 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above and the Trustee has possession of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all foreclosure costs and trustee’s fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their right, title and interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale of the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW For tenant occupied property the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060 and/ or any applicable Federal Law. DATED: 02/07/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY,
N.A. By NORINE SCIDA Its Assistant Secretary RECONTRUST COMPANY N.A. P O BOX 10284 VAN NUYS CA 91410-0284 Phone: (800) 281-8219 This firm is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. The debt set forth on this notice will be assumed to be valid unless you dispute the debt by providing this office with a written notice of your dispute within 30 days of your receipt of this notice, setting forth the basis of your dispute. If you dispute the debt in writing within 30 days, we will obtain and mail verification of the debt to you. If the creditor identified in this notice is different than your original creditor, we will provide you with the name and address of the original creditor if you request this information in writing within 30 days. ASAP# 3622561 08/25/2010, 09/15/2010
Personal Representative, McPHERSON & McPHERSON, P.L.L.P. By: Joan H. McPherson, WSBA #14141, Attorney for Personal Representative, ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: P.O. BOX 1617, ONE NW FRONT STREET, COUPEVILLE, WASHINGTON 98239.
tive named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the decedents must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the attorneys of record at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); 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 by RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both of the decedents’ probate and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: September 8, 2010 NEIL EDWARD HODGSON, Personal Representative, McPHERSON & McPHERSON, P.L.L.P. By: Joan H. McPherson, WSBA #14141, Attorney for Personal Representative, ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: P.O. BOX 1617, ONE NW FRONT STREET, COUPEVILLE, WASHINGTON 98239.
Legal No. CEX 2202 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Aug. 25, Sept. 15, 2010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS – HAMBLY IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR ISLAND COUNTY IN PROBATE, In the Matter of the Estate of Hambly, James William, Deceased. NO. 10 4 00156 7, NOTICE TO CREDITORS. The personal representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable stature of limitations, present representative or the attorneys of record at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); 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 bin RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: September 1, 2010 S A L LY A N N H A M B LY,
Legal No.: 2207 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Sept. 1, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, 2010
NOTICE TO CREDITORSARNOLD Island County Superior Court, Washington State; Estate of Charles E. Arnold, deceased; No 10-4-001613. Fred C. Arnold has been appointed as Personal Representative (hereafter “PR”) of this estate. Anyone having a claim against Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim per RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the PR or the PR’s attorney at the address below, a copy of the claim and filing the original claim with this Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (A) 30 days after PR served or mailed the notice to creditor per RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (B) 4 months after date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051; 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of 1st Publication: 09/01/10 PR: Fred C. Arnold; Attorney for PR: Dale K. Roundy, WSBA# 5802; Address for Mailing or Service: PO Box 1500, 506 N Main St, Coupeville, WA 98239. Legal No.: 2208 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Sept. 1, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, 2010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS – HODGSON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR ISLAND COUNTY IN PROBATE, In the Matter of the Estates of Hodgson, Robert N. and Selma S. a.k.a. S. Sally, NO. 10 4 00169 9, NOTICE TO CREDITORS. The personal representa-
Legal No.: 2210 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Sept. 22, 2010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS – RUSSELL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR ISLAND COUNTY, In the Matter of the Estate of Glen Alexander Russell Deceased. NO. 10-4-00158-3, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim is barred by otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at
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When Dawn Sellgren was a little girl growing up in Coupeville, she spent many afternoons playing on the Meng Farm – the site where Whidbey General Hospital was later built. All her children were born at Whidbey General, and her daughter’s children were born here, too. Whidbey General has always been there for the Sellgren family, and they’ve come to depend on having such a quality healthcare facility so close to home. Providing: Acute Medical Services for most of your in-hospital medical care needs. Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery Services; so your family can always be close at hand. An All-Digital Diagnostic Imaging Center; faster results to end the uncertainty. Accredited Cancer Care services; you don’t have to go off-island. Whidbey Family Birthplace; for a close, safe, and satisfying birth experience. 24/7 Emergency Dept. and EMS (Ambulance) for that unexpected medical crisis. And much, much more ... if you haven’t looked at us lately, take another look.
Weinstein qualifies for districts No reason to wait around. Regardless of what happens the rest of the season, Coupeville High School senior Rachel Weinstein is already set for the postseason. One meet into the season and she’s already established qualifying times for districts in both the 50 and 200 freestyle events. Splashing along with the Oak Harbor girls’ swim squad Thursday, Sept. 9 at Anacortes, Weinstein sliced through the water in 28.84 seconds in the 50 and 2:18.77 in the 200. Though she trains and travels with the Wildcats, Weinstein’s scores no longer count toward Oak Harbor’s totals after the joint program was altered by Oak Harbor’s drop from Class 4A to 3A. She will revert back to Coupeville’s level, Class A, come postseason time.
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Wolf player Cassidi Rosenkrance passes the ball to Amanda d’Almeida towards the goal against Concrete defenders during the game on Sept. 7, which ended in a 6-0 Wolf victory.
Booters start strong
Amanda Montana has the magic touch. Scoring three goals over a two-game span, the Coupeville High School junior has sparked the Wolf girls’ soccer squad to its best start in program history. With an opening 6-0 rout over visiting Concrete Tuesday, Sept. 7, followed by a 2-1 barn burner at Mount Vernon Christian Thursday, Sept. 9, the Coupeville girls are 2-0 for the first time ever. Montana found the back of the net in the 70th minute against Mount Vernon Christian, taking an assist from Amanda d’Almeida and burying the
eventual game-winner. Her shot reclaimed a lead the Wolves had first gained when senior Casey Andrews converted a set-up pass from Kelsey Miranda in the game’s 14th minute, blasting a shot past a flailing goalkeeper. Two days earlier, the Wolves battered Concrete’s defense. Montana and d’Almeida each netted a pair of goals, while Miranda and Haley Marx both chipped in with a goal of their own. Replacing the graduated Ashley Manker in goal for the Wolves, sophomore Stephanie Hilkey recorded a shutout in her first game as starter. A
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