Mercer Island Reporter, June 19, 2013

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Art borne by wings

Kerie can’t wait

Reporter moves to new location The Mercer Island Reporter has moved to its new office location this week. The Reporter office is now located at 3047 78th Ave. S.E. The telephone number, 232-1215, remains the same.

MIHS annual literary magazine, ‘Pegasus,’ is a fusion of color, mood and emerging talent

Eastside Town Hall on transportation tonight, June 19

By Reporter Staff

Eastside leaders and planners will hold a discussion about the future of transportation networks in King County at an open house and meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. tonight, June 19, at Bellevue City Hall at 450 110th Ave. N.E. For more, see story on page 4 or go to www.ci.bellevue.wa.us.

Community meeting on Islander Middle School expansion The Mercer Island School District will hold a community listening session to gather input on an expansion of Islander Middle School. The meeting is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, in the Islander Middle School multipurpose room. For details, go to www.mercerislandschools.org.

Bargain book bash June 20-23 at the library A bargain book sale will be held at the Mercer Island Library tomorrow through Sunday. The Mercer Island Friends of the Library are selling hardback fiction books for 50 cents each with mass market paperbacks at just a quarter apiece. All proceeds collected by the Friends go to the library. For more, go to www.kcls.org.

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Lost dog Kerie was found months later through the efforts of her owner, Claudia Ebling. Hampering her efforts was the fact that Kerie’s microchip information was incorrect. To read their story, go to page 10.

Changes inside, not outside at library Renovations to be paid by bond approved in 2004, will move to temp space By Mary L. Grady

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Saying that the existing Mercer Island library works well, King County Library System (KCLS) planners told about 50 Islanders last Thursday night that the remodeling set for the library this fall will make it even better. KCLS staff told attendees first that the improvements would not include increasing the size of the library’s ‘footprint.’ All of the changes will happen inside the building. Offering suggestions on everything from enlarging bathrooms

for diaper changing to speeding up Internet connections, Islanders were cautiously optimistic that their beloved library will retain its inviting feel. KCLS officials and an architect from Miller Hull Partnership came to show Islanders their preliminary plans for the library and to listen carefully to what patrons had to say. The renovation is funded by a portion of the $172 million bond issue passed by King County voters in 2003. Bond proceeds are being used to modernize and expand the existing county library system across the board. KCLS, listed as the busiest in the nation in 2010, has completed work in 30 libraries in the county so far: 11 new libraries have opened, 10 libraries have been expanded and seven libraries have been renovated.

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According to KCLS project manager Greg Smith, $1.6 million has been set aside for changes to the Island library that sits across the street from Rotary Park. The project will include reconfiguring the interior layout as well as replacing or refurbishing the space with carpet, paint, furniture, shelving and adding quiet study areas. Ruth Baleiko of Miller Hull said that with the help of library staff and the community, they have identified three major goals for the project. The first is to reconfigure the space to make it flow better and to optimize the existing space and outdoor views and natural light, she explained. Part of that goal will be to open up the meeting room, which now must be locked when it is not in use. Next, planners want to improve the acoustics throughout the library to ensure that patrons can find quiet spaces even if other activities are taking place. Finally, planners and designers will upgrade and

The dreamy artwork that is the cover of the 2012-2103 Mercer Island High School’s annual literary magazine is a view from an imaginary gondola on a lazy afternoon in Venice. The bottle-green water reflects the golden hues of late afternoon onto the ancient stone walls of the floating city. It is a place of peace. The cover, by Islander student Jacqueline Ong, is a million miles away from the cares of the present day; the classroom, the homework, and the complex pressures of high school. Ong’s work illustrates the depth of imagination and skill of Islander artists along with student editors and staff who produced the book.

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library | FROM 1 rearrange lighting fixtures and new windows will be added. “A lot of here is in great shape,” Baleiko said. “We want to retain what is working well, but it is time for an update.” The idea is to take the space and make it perform better, she said. The meeting was attended by at least a dozen members of the Friends of the Library. Lenore Defliese, the current president of the Friends, said that she was excited by the prospect of some needed changes and better functionality at the library. She, like others, however, does not want an industrial feel to the space. “One of the beauties of the library is its use of wood throughout and the skylight and windows,” she said. She was most encouraged by the idea to have a way to

Skagit bridge fix will still leave it obsolete By Jerry Cornfield

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The Mercer Island library will be closed for eight months beginning later this year to allow for a $1.6 million interior renovation. open up the multipurpose room space with a movable glass wall so that it can be closed off as needed for meetings or other uses — but still be visible to staff and allow as much light as

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possible throughout the building. Defliese said that it was important to the Friends, who donate $25,000 each year to the library, to retain a space to sort and store donated books. She said they also hope that a new way to display books for sale will be part of the plans to encourage patrons to buy used books. Architects and planners first evaluated the space by looking for ways to see what worked and what could be improved. In doing so, they did not want to change the overall feel of the building or change the existing structural integrity of the building. They are also looking at how the space function should meet the needs of both patrons and staff, particularly in light of the changing ways that patrons use libraries. Other ideas presented included shrinking the area now used for the entry to

enlarge the main library space, having small quiet spaces enclosed with glass and moving the children’s area into the multipurpose space with new windows facing south. Questions from the group ranged from why such a renovation was even taking place when they felt the library is fine as it is. Another patron hoped that the awkward book drop would be addressed. Smith noted that the group was very attentive and courteous. There has been controversy in some communities facing changes to their local libraries. There was a lot of positive feedback, he said. The library will be closed for eight months, Smith said. KCLS is looking for about 800 to 1,000 square feet to lease for that time on the Island. It will mostly be for picking up books, he said. They are hoping to find space that is close to the existing building.

Millions of tax dollars are being spent to temporarily fix and then permanently repair an I-5 bridge that collapsed into the Skagit River. But when the work’s all done, Washington will be left with exactly what it had before: A functionally obsolete, fracturecritical 58-year-old bridge that could come crashing down the next time it gets smacked hard enough in the right place. “While it’s going to be in the same [classification of bridge], it’s going to be safe to drive on,” said Travis Phelps, a state Department of Transportation spokesman. “We’ll continue to inspect our bridges every two years to make sure they are in good shape.” Tearing it down and building a brand spanking new bridge might be desired, but Washington can’t afford it. That means it will retain the same rating it had on the evening of May 23 when a southbound semi-truck hauling an oversized load in the right lane struck several of the bridge’s overhead trusses, causing a 160-foot section to tumble into the river. Two vehicles went into the water, but the three occupants survived. It’s still going to be functionally obsolete because it was not designed to han-

dle today’s traffic volumes, Phelps said. Moreover, the trucks traveling on the bridge are taller, wider and heavier than those on the road when this four-lane bridge opened in 1955. Washington state had 1,624 functionally obsolete bridges as of February 2009, according to a tally published by the Federal Highway Administration. Absent a complete replacement, the bridge will continue to be deemed fracture critical, which means it is one freak accident away from collapse. There are thousands of bridges in the same condition nationwide. Phelps said it will be safe to drive on when a temporary span opens as early as this week. A permanent segment will be in place by Oct. 1. Crews spent the weekend aligning and securing the spans and hoped to begin putting in the bridge deck today, Phelps said. The deck will need to be paved with asphalt and the lanes striped. Once it reopens, traffic will be required to drive much slower than before because the lanes will only be 11-feet wide, roughly a foot narrower than they were before. Thus far, the federal Department of Transportation has committed $16.6 million for the two projects from its Emergency Relief Fund. The federal agency provided $1 million in the days following the collapse and then last week pledged another $15.6 million.

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Islander grad Williamson is scholar, athlete, musician, leader Williamson is always willing to try something new

phone, the same instrument that her brother had played in high school. She became a section leader and was the ‘M’ in the sousaphone row in the marching band. She went to preschool at By Mary L. Grady Mercer Island Learning Lab, editor@mi-reporter.com Christina Williamson, taught by Judy Witmer at who graduated from Mercer the old Boys and Girls Club, Island High School on June attended elementary school 6, was one of five valedic- at Island Park, then went on to Islander Middle School torians at the and the high school. 56th commenceIn between, she swam ment of Mercer at the Mercer Island Island High Country Club in the School that took summers. In fourth place last week. grade, she broke the Williamson record for the shot put who hopes to at the All Island Track study science at meet. She is unsure Pomona College Christina that her record still in California, and Williamson stands, but remembers has literally done what led up to that it all. moment. She holds 12 varsity letters “During P.E. class, everyin high school sports, havone had a chance to try out ing been a team member or captain involved in a sport the shot put, and I ended every season — water polo, up really enjoying it,” she basketball or swimming for explained. “So my P.E. teacher, Mr. Jaramillo, and Nicole four years. In addition to sports, she Walden’s grandfather, Jim has been involved in music Cullen, helped me improve at practices after school.” since fifth grade. Now, 14 years later, she still She has been a member of the Mercer Island High has the binder that Jaramillo School bands, a section lead- gave her for breaking the er who marched at the Rose record that contains all of the Parade in Pasadena, Calif., results from the meet, as well with the band in 2012. She as a card from Cullen. But it has been more than tried out several instruments about sports and music. before landing on the souJust a hair under 6 feet saphone in high school. She began with clarinet in ele- tall, the pretty blond girl with mentary school, switching to the dimples was named the trumpet in middle school and class of 2013 Scholar Athlete finally taking up the sousa- for her scholastic achieve-

ments as well as her success in sports. Williamson has found that she likes science and math and does well in each — a product of what both she and her parents believe is good teaching. She said that she felt that teachers made a big difference for her. She lists several teachers who she said helped and inspired, including: Dave Segadelli for math at the middle school, Aaron Noble for physics at the high school, along with a host of other teachers such as Kate Yoder, Kim Schjelderup Lynn Adset and Grant Weed, among others. Her mother, Susan Williamson, agrees. “They are just good teachers that promote working your hardest,” she said. “I give the teachers great credit.” Williamson does not feel out of the ordinary. “A lot of my friends are into math and science,” she said. Her social life has revolved around her sports teams and friends she has had since preschool days. She is not too into social media, she said. She hasn’t had enough time. Between band, studying, friends and sports practice, her days could start at 7 a.m. and last through dinner. “The days could get long,” she admitted. In the meantime, she has a few chores at home. She manages the recycling at home. After her brother left for college, she has taken

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Above, MIHS graduate Christina Williamson, center, celebrates with her teammates, Sabrina Kwan, Alex Seidel and Grace Wold, after winning the 200 freestyle relay at the state meet in May. The team broke both the school record and the all-classification state record. Below, Williamson, center in the beret with the sousaphone, is a section leader in the Mercer Island High School marching band. over lawn mowing duties on the waterfront shared with neighbors. “My parents encouraged me to be involved in school and sports rather than work,” she said. She looks forward to college. She knows Pomona. She made an early decision to attend there. Her brother, Brian, attends school there, and over the years she has become familiar with the school on visits. She wants to take some time to figure out her area of study, but believes she might need to have more of a plan than she does. But she wants to try a few things out first.

Graduation news

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Members of the class of 2013 of Northwest Yeshiva High School are, from left, front row: Rena Greene, Grace Almo, Ilana Polack, Talia Etsekson, Halle Friedland. From left, second row: Sarah Boldor, Hermina Des, Shaina Stone, Naomi Stanley, Jessica Schwartz, Marissa Almoslino. Standing, from left, are: Dolev Nissanov, Itai Amon, Albert Maimon, Alex Satin, Garrett Becker, Shawn Sobel, Zev Behar, Joel Jacobs, Caleb Angel, Raymond Levy. Not pictured: David Kintzer.

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Above, the 2013 graduates of Eastside Catholic High School from Mercer Island are, from left: Robert James, John Werner, Storm Gehrke, Andrew Ehrig, Jessica Boyd, Jordan Dewey and Kathleen Taki. Graduation ceremonies were held June 9.

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Community news Rotary honors Lindquist Islander Tom Lindquist was honored earlier this month by the Rotary Club of Mercer Island. Lindquist received the club’s Achievement Award on June 11 for his work in advancing the cause of colon cancer awareness and prevention. With Lindquist’s encouragement and help, the club dedicated their signature event to the colon cancer cause, resulting in both awareness and financial support reaching new levels. Lindquist has been an advocate for colon cancer prevention, carrying on the legacy of his sister, Susie Lindquist-Mjelde,

who lost her battle with colon cancer in August of 2002 at the age of 46. “Tom’s involvement has been a powerful factor in the growth, care, feeding and success of Rotary Mercer Island Half Marathon Run,” said Bo Darling. “The Run has been a big annual community event on Mercer Island, attracting professional and amateur runners all over the nation to kick off their running season in Seattle.” Since Tom’s involvement, Rotary Run has grown, tripling the money raised, and doubling the number of participants, Darling said. “Bringing the health message to the forefront of the event really

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touched so many people and it is powerful,” said Dawn Naye, director for the Mercer Island Half. The Mercer Island Rotary Achievement Award is to honor individuals who have contributed extraordinary service to the Mercer Island community.

Island fire department, Medic One earn honors The Mercer Island Fire Department, which partners with King County’s Medic One emergency medical care system, has been commended for its top-notch service. In June, performance figures were released, showing that the survival rate for patients suffering cardiac arrests was at 55 percent, the highest in the world. King County’s medical director, Dr. Mickey Eisenberg, has set a new goal of 60 percent survival in the next five years. MIFD Chief Chris Tubbs encouraged all citizens to help and enroll in local CPR and AED training classes. To learn more, visit the city’s website or call

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East King County town hall on transportation tonight An East King County town hall has been scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, in Bellevue to discuss transportation. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for an open house. A panel discussion and Q&A session will follow until 8 p.m. at Bellevue City Hall. Elected leaders, County Council members and deputy King County executive and Islander Fred Jarrett will be on hand to discuss transportation in the area and future plans. The meeting is being co-hosted by the Sound Cities Association, the City of Bellevue and King County. Questions can be sent to the panel via email at community.relat ions@ kingcounty.gov. “King County expects to close 35 bridges in the next 25 years and reduce yearly storm response due to revenues that continue to decline,” said Harold Taniguchi, director of the King County Department of Transportation. “Please attend this meeting to add your voice and story to this important debate that will determine the future of transportation in our region.” The meeting will also discuss the possible Metro bus service cuts. The cuts would affect several routes on Mercer Island.

‘Hip Zephyr’ moves into ‘What to Wear’ space By Megan Managan

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There were a lot of reasons that showed Dana Dewhurst was meant to move her clothing store to Mercer Island. The store, Hip Zephyr, opened on Mercer Island on Tuesday, June 18, in the location where What to Wear was. Dewhurst, who used to live on Mercer Island, frequents Cindy’s Nails, directly next to What to Wear. Over her years as a customer at the salon, the technicians came to know Dewhurst as a business owner who was looking for the right space on Mercer Island to move the shop into. Just a day after Mia Kammerer announced she was retiring and closing What to Wear, Dewhurst stopped in to get her nails done, and just like that, she had a new location. Dewhurst opened Hip Zephyr in Phinney Ridge in 2006 and had been toying with the idea of a bigger space — the first location was just 350 square feet. “We’re moving over here, and it’s giving us a chance to reorganize and expand,” she said. The new space is about three or four times larger, she explained. Dewhurst said they hope to fill some of the void left by What to Wear’s closing, offering some of the same lines, but still with a unique touch. “We’re excited to bring dresses and cool unique jewelry to the Island,” she said. “It’s keeping with the same things that people wear, but something unique

so it’s not all just the same. What we bring is something I think people on the Island will like. It’s not stuff you see all over Seattle.” Dewhurst said she’s interested to see what sells on Mercer Island compared to Phinney Ridge, where dresses and jewelry were big items. The store will be open Tuesdays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. The store will be closed on Mondays. Dewhurst classified Tuesday’s start as a soft opening, likely with a bigger grand opening planned for later on. The owner said most of her clients are in the 30-60 age range, but really for anyone looking for something that fits with the typical Seattle fashion sense, but with a unique flair. “Everything always has to be special,” she said. “Now that we’ll have a larger space we can have more variety, but I don’t want the clothes to feel average. Easy pieces that are easy to wear. It’s Seattle style — that still being us, but kicked up.” Another thing that sets the store apart from others, Dewhurst said, is the customer service. “I love helping people figure out how clothes work for them, knowing what fits and why it fits the way it does,” she said. “I like knowing we can put smiles on their faces and help them feel good.” To learn more about the store, visit www.hipzephyr. com.

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etiring at the end of this month from Mercer Island School District is a triumvirate of women who have made a difference for literally thousands of Island students and their families. The women — Kathy Morrison, Joy Dunne and Pat Turner — have spent decades teaching and caring for students here through a combination of smarts, practical experience and love. Morrison is a musician, a teacher, a principal and now district administrator who has long mentored both students and teachers. Turner is a licensed psychologist and school administrator who has been the director of special education services, helping families and students of all abilities to be able to get the kind of schooling that will work for them. Finally, Dunne, a registered nurse, has worked with special education students in preschool to stressed-out high school students and beyond. Her focus on student health extends from the needs of the physical to the emotional. Dunne, who successfully pushed for defibrillators to be placed throughout the community, puts safety as well as privacy of students first. Between them, they have managed dozens of staff, whole schools of elementary kids, soothed parents and handed out tough love when necessary. They have applied leading-edge educational theory and personal commitment to their roles. They are problem-solvers, collaborators and professionals. They do it all with an eye on the prize — that of facilitating top-notch teaching and learning for all. Each knows implicitly that there is nothing more effective in the world of education than recognizing and harnessing the individuality of students. The road toward education comes finding out and facilitating how best to reach students. And always, despite having little time left over, they will stop and take aside an individual — a parent or a child or a teacher — who is sick or lost or upset. They will listen. Finally, these are women who live here. They sent their own children through Island schools. They are truly guardians of our community. Will we see their kind again?

A triumvirate of accomplished women is retiring from Island schools.

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“I think we should go back to the old ways with less government.” Terry Davis Business owner Mercer Island

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To the editor Just how much tax is there on hard liquor? This was our first purchase of hard liquor in Washington. The taxes mount up one on top of another. We have taxes on taxes. The sales slip said it all. The register sales slip listed all the taxes, but it took some research to find out what went where. The Department of Revenue’s tax calculators don’t include everything. There’s not only taxes for “spirits” but also on volume. Vodka cost us $10.99 for 1.75 liters and had an additional “county” tax. The county tax included a liter tax of $3.7708 per liter. The liter tax by prorating the cities’ and counties’ was listed under the county tax. populations. Here’s the tax breakdown: Adding to the basic price is a 13.7 Basic tax rates of 15 percent and 10 percent are the first ones applied. I think percent sales tax to subsidize restaurant licensing cost. A surtax this is considered in of 2.1 percent and 1.4 determining the markup percent goes to the state’s allowed by the Liquor general fund. Control Board — 65 perSend your letters to: It’s added along with cent of that goes into the editor@mi-reporter.com. the basic tax rate that state’s general fund; 35 Keep it brief, courteous, goes into the state’s genpercent is returned to the and sign your name. eral fund. The tax ripcities and counties based off doesn’t stop there. on population distribuAdditional rates of 3.4 tion. Adding the 15 percent and the 10 percent and 2.3 percent are applied for percent together, it comes to 25 percent health services. So the cost on a $10.99 bottle of and yet only 20.5 percent taken from consumers is accounted for, unless the liquor was $19.85. It amounts to an 80 liter tax is expected to make up the dif- percent additional administrative cost ference. The basic tax rate for consum- for a bottle of liquor, yet they still complain they don’t have enough money to ers is 20.5 percent, or is it 25 percent? The basic price is determined by balance the budget. Bob Style the State Liquor Control Board, which marks up the price. I’m not sure if the Kirkland 15 percent and 10 percent apply to the price before or after the rate is applied. Or is it 25 percent? I’m not sure of the markup criteria. Twenty percent is returned to the counties; 80 percent to I am inspired and hopeful. I support the cities. Both amounts are returned background checks for all gun purchas-

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es. But national and regional politicians continue not to have the courage to vote for background checks, despite the fact that the vast majority of us want this. I attended a fundraiser for Washington Alliance for Responsible Guns. I sat among 1,200 people of all ages, color, religion and politics — the Alliance. Dynamic speakers shared the message: “It’s well past time for this legislation. If Congress doesn’t have it in them to make this country a safer place, then we’ll do this one state at a time.” An initiative movement has begun, and we can and will be heard at the grassroots level. Susan Vossler Kirkland

Sound Transit light rail won’t work for me No, I will not use light rail: 1) No parking. 2) No bus comes by my house. 3) It would take three buses to get to just one of my downtown destinations. 4) Too inconvenient! Susan Dykstra

How do you feel about the possibility of the state government shutting down if there is no state budget by July 1? Online poll

“No harm, no foul for me. Less chance to spend my money.” Mark Chace Terminator Edmonds

“I think it’s incredibly irresponsible for our legislators to deny vital services because they can’t come up with a bipartisan solution.” Jeff Sanderson Stopsky’s | Mercer Island

“It’s pretty bad.” Valav Kalas Forester Mercer Island

“As a small business owner and someone who prepares a budget annually, that’s an expectation of business. This is a minimum requirement.” Salim Nice CTO Mercer Island

During a public meeting hosted by Sound Transit last week about the light rail station for Mercer Island, the public found out that no additional parking is planned at the station. We want to know what you think. Should Sound Transit include additional parking in the light rail station plan? Vote now online at www.mi-reporter.com and look for the results next week.

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Police Sunday | 2 Assault: A 19-year-old man assaulted his father at 7:30 p.m. in the 8400 block of S.E. 69th Place. The suspect left the scene before police arrived, and a charge of assault and battery was filed against him. The victim was injured.

Monday | 3 Arrests: A 25-year-old Mercer Island man was arrested at 6:30 a.m. on a $1,000 warrant for driving with a suspended license. He was booked into the Issaquah Jail. Police took a 27-year-old man into custody on a misdemeanor warrant at 9:05 a.m. and booked him into the

Issaquah Jail. Police booked a 28-year-old man into the Issaquah Jail at 6:20 p.m. on an outstanding warrant. Forgery: A 27-year-old Kent man tried to cash a stolen, forged $550 check at the Farmer’s Insurance Credit Union at 1:30 p.m. He gave his driver’s license information during the attempt, and a surveillance camera recorded the incident.

Tuesday | 4 Bike accident: A bicyclist sustained a possible concussion after riding over a small hole in the road and crashing in the intersection of East Mercer Way and the westbound I-90 off-ramp in the 3500 block. The 29-year-old

woman struck her shoulder, head and knees. She was transported to Overlake Hospital. Accident: A Toyota SUV struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle at South end shopping center, near Yo Mercer, at 7 p.m. One witness was present. The information of the Toyota’s driver was obtained. Disturbance: A 49-year-old woman has been causing disturbances at the Carlton condominiums in the 2700 block of 76th Avenue S.E. At 11:30 p.m., the subject pounded on her neighbor’s door and knocked a mirror off of the wall. She then went to her vehicle. Police contacted the woman, who denied the incident and claimed she was looking for her cellphone. Fraud: The state of California

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Car prowl: An unlocked Chevrolet Aveo was entered between 7 and 10 a.m. in a secure, lower level parking garage in the 7800 block of S.E. 27th Street. No items were stolen, and no damage was found.

Thursday | 6 Accident: A sedan crashed at 5:24 p.m. in the 9600 block of S.E. 36th Street. The 39-year-old driver admitted not paying attention and went off the road on a curve. Her vehicle sideswiped a

Unless otherwise noted, school board meetings are held at Mercer Island City Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street. Board meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Regular board meetings begin at 7:00 pm.

Special School Board Meeting Monday, June 24, 2013 in the Mercer Island High School Library

Purpose: To conduct a study session in order for the Board to discuss facilities master planning next steps, and to provide a first reading of a purchase agreement for computer equipment. 8:00 a.m. Call to Order Special Meeting. Action may be taken on topics below: Partial Governance Process Monitoring – Board Policy 1800 – OE-11: Facilities and Capital Assets 1. Elementary and High School Ed Spec Team Update & High School Seismic Update 2. Mega Block Master Plan Update 3. Middle School Ed Spec Team Update Public Input 4. Cost a. Discuss the major assumptions used on determining cost of overcrowding solution. b. What might make the cost change? 5. What do we need as a Board from the team to move forward and build consensus around this potential bond? 6. Partial Governance Process Monitoring a. Board Policy OE-6: Budgeting/Financial Planning – Purchase of Computer Equipment – 1st Reading 4:00 p.m. Adjournment Agenda items are subject to change. Please verify agenda items by going to www.mercerislandschools.org/boardagendas

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Jeanette Marie Spak, beloved wife of Gary Spak for over 49 years, died June 1, 2013 on Mercer Island, WA, where she has been a resident since 1965. Jeanette was born September 17, 1937 in Farwell, Nebraska to George and Gertrude (Pawloski) Lukasiewicz. She graduated from Farwell High School and attended Kearney State Teachers College in Kearney, NE. Jeanette enjoyed a variety of jobs in her lifetime, including positions at American Airlines, Equifax, Smith & Hawken, See’s Candies, Target, Siler’s Cleaners and 6001 Apartments. Her hobbies and interests included outdoor activities like gardening and camping, and she enjoyed spectator sports such as Seahawks and WSU Cougar Football – where she was affectionately known as “Coug-Madre”. She loved her family and she loved her church. She was an avid participant in volunteer work for St. Monica’s including working with the Rosary Makers. Jeanette is survived by her husband Gary and their four children: Patrick Spak (Diana) of Woodinville, WA, Sherry Wahl (Wes) of La Quinta, CA, David Spak (Kim) of Redondo Beach, CA and Greg Spak (Shine) of Issaquah, WA. She is also survived by her brother Larry Lukasiewicz (Kay) of Farwell, NE. and her loving grandchildren: Patrick, Maria, Kevin, Jacqueline, Brady and Haley. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Friends are invited to share memories, view pictures and sign the family’s on-line guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

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Loren Darrel Cole, of Snohomish, passed away June 6, 2013 at the age of 60. He was born May 20, 1953 in Seattle, WA. He served in the Air Force as a Staff Sergeant and served in Montana and Germany. He was a dispatcher for Puget Sound Energy for over 35 years. He was a member of Norwest Stars. He loved riding his motorcycle and feeling the freedom of the road. He loved when the sun came out and he could enjoy the outdoors, something he cherished deeply. He is preceded in death by his father, Clarke Cole and brother, Dale Cole. He is survived by his mother Blanche Cole and children Dylan, Andrea, and Colin; and siblings Susan Cole and Stuart Cole and other family member Laurie Cole. Funeral Services will be held at Bauer Funeral Chapel on June 15, 2013 at 3:30 P.M. In Lieu of flowers please donate to the American Red Cross in his name.

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concrete wall, struck a shrub and spun clockwise, ending up perpendicular to the road. She sustained bruising from her seatbelt and was cited for inattention.

Friday | 7 Fraud: An 80-year-old woman sent $900 via Western Union to a person who claimed to be her granddaughter. The unknown suspect claimed to be in jail in Canada.

Saturday | 8 Accident: A City of Mercer Island maintenance vehicle was struck at 12:15 p.m. while it was parked and unoccupied on the west side of southbound Island Crest Way in the 4400 block. City employees were working nearby. The truck’s flashers were activated, as it was partially blocking a lane. There was also an amber beacon, directionals and cones directing traffic around the vehicle. A Mercedes-Benz struck the vehicle and scraped along its side, causing damage to both vehicles. The passenger mirror of the Mercedes-Benz fell off, and the 48-year-old driver was cited for not yielding the right-of-way for

Suspect enters store through back door, steals wallet An unidentified man entered a business through an unlocked back door in the 3000 block of 78th Avenue S.E. sometime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4. The suspect stole a woman’s wallet and used the victim’s debit card at a nearby service station, according to the police report. The wallet contained $200 in cash, other credit cards and ID. His vehicle was a black MercedesBenz. Police are investigating the case. highway construction and maintenance. No injuries were reported.

Sunday | 9 Arrest: Police arrested a 49-year-old man at 7:18 p.m. in the 4700 block of Island Crest Way on a $1,000 warrant for driving with a suspended license. He was booked into the Issaquah Jail.

Martha “Marty” Kane October 29, 1926 – June 2, 2013 Marty passed away peacefully on June 2, 2013 after a very long journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Marty was born and raised in Kalamazoo, MI. She was the oldest of three children born to Ralph and Ruth Fast. She attended State High School and went on to Smith College where she graduated with a teaching degree. She taught at several private schools including Cranbrook Kingswood School in Bloomfield Hills, MI and Wayland Academy in Beaver Dam, WI before she landed in Seattle where she taught at The Bush School. Marty met her husband Bob on a blind date and they were married in 1957. Marty and Bob were loyal Husky Football fans and loved the games as much as their legendary E12 tailgates with the Van Gang! When not rooting on the Dawgs she could be seen, and heard, cheering on her kids and their friends in their different activities earning her the moniker “The Queen Mother”. Her other interests included reading, traveling especially to Mexico, bridge, cooking and entertaining. There was nothing she enjoyed more than finding a fun new recipe to cook or to have Bob try on his BBQ. Marty was a member of the Colonial Dames and very proud of her Mayflower lineage. Marty was preceded in death by her husband Bob in 1996. She is survived by her daughter Mary Bray and son Jay (Chris) Kane and her three beloved grandchildren, Ally Bray, Griffin and Olivia Kane. Marty leaves her two younger brothers Philip (Helga) Fast of Boise, ID and Stephen Fast of Pacific Palisades, CA and her sister-in-law Marjorie Buchanan of Woodinville, as well as many nieces and nephews and countless friends. The family is forever grateful for the amazing love and care shown to Marty through the years, especially over the past five years by the caregivers at the Nov Adult Family Home on Mercer Island. A private graveside service and celebration of her life is planned at a later date. Remembrances to the Alzheimer’s Association or a charity of your choice. 811589

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Creating opportunities for all learners

When educator Pat Turner received her invitation to the annual PTA awards held recently, she was told she needed to be there because her longtime colleague and friend, Kathy Morrison, was to receive a special award. Morrison said she was told the same tale — she needed to be there as her friend and colleague, Turner, would receive an award. At the ceremony, Morrison was recognized with the ‘Outstanding Educator’ award and Turner was named ‘Outstanding Advocate.’ Both have been involved in finding the best ways to educate children of all ages in a behind-the-scenes kind of way. They and their colleagues continually work toward improving educational opportunities for all children. For Turner, the work of a special educator goes beyond providing desks and chairs and computers. It is about orchestrating a thousand tiny details that must be adapted and finely tuned for each child. As each student is different, so also are their needs that are both basic and complex, highly personal and often challenging. Such as where and how do they use the toilet to the administration of drugs and therapy for students during the school day. They involve the usual transportation issues, but also work with contractors and builders for facilities to the training of staff to use technology or to recognize and deal with a student seizure. These details must be attended to before the work of schooling can even begin. Pat Turner has been with the school district for 19 years and the director

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ment or her favorite program, she demurs. “It is like asking me if I have a favorite child,” she said. Each program comes from a need, and I like problem solving. It is so satisfying to get things done.” She is proud of the people and the programs that have come from the idea that all children are entitled to an education regardless of their abilities or challenges. The key, she said, is hiring the best. “It is these people who make me look good,” she said of her staff.

She is pleased that during her tenure, she has been able to be part of the school district offering a free and appropriate education for all students. “I am proud that at each school in our district, we have a full c o nt i nu u m of services for all of our students, from age 3 to 21,” she said. “We now have a

“I am proud that we now have a continuum of services for students from age 3 to 21.”

Island schools and Western Washington University, live and work in the area. She said that she has loved every job she has held, but as new opportunities are presented, she looks forward to the next. Up next for the educator is the presidency of the Mercer Island Rotary Club, where she will preside over the 50th anniversary of the Island club. Later she will head to Ethiopia to help inoculate children against polio and to Australia for the international Rotary convention. She intends to take classes, play golf and exercise and “do things that ordinary people do during the daytime.”

MEETING NOTICE Mercer Island School District

Unless otherwise noted, school board meetings are held at Mercer Island City Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street. Board meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Regular board meetings begin at 7:00 pm.

Special School Board Meeting Tuesday June 25, 2013

in the Mercer Island High School Library Purpose: • To conduct a study session in order for the Board to discuss 2020 Vision Ends Monitoring • Hold an executive session to review the performance of a public employee pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) 8:00 a.m. Call to Order Special Meeting Board Policy 2020 Partial ENDS Monitoring – Action may be taken • Board discussion with Organizational Research Services (OSR) on a selected fundamental as part of a pilot. 12:00 p.m. Recess to a closed executive session to review the performance of a public employee pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) 1:29 p.m. Reconvene Special Board Meeting 1:30 p.m. Adjournment Agenda items are subject to change. Please verify agenda items by going to www.mercerislandschools.org/boardagendas

MERCER ISLAND SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Janet Frohnmayer, President Brian Emanuels, Vice-President Pat Braman, Director Adair Dingle, Director David Myerson, Director Dr. Gary Plano, Superintendent

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of the special education department for the past seven. She has juggled the myriad aspects of working with youth and their parents by virtue of her sheer will, organizational skills and background as a psychologist. She has solved problems both emotional and physical and has been rewarded with success. She has supervised some 21 teachers and dozens of paraprofessionals and other specialists ranging from physical and occupational therapists, speech therapists, nurses and others. Originally from California, she holds degrees from Claremont College, Whitman College, and earned her school administrator credentials from the University of Washington. She is licensed as a school district administrator and school psychologist. She worked for a time as a fundraiser and full time for Camp Fire USA. When asked if she can list her greatest accomplish-

program for students who are over 18 at PEAK. It is a program that helps students find work in the community and manage their lives outside school.” Turner and her family moved to the Island as a result of relentless lobbying by former Mercer Island School District administrator, Mike Pat Turner Soltman, for her to work here. Her two grown sons, Marshall, 29, and Russell, 26, who both graduated from

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In her two decades working for the Mercer Island School District, Kathy Morrison has worked with thousands of students and their families and has watched a community grow. Morrison, the current director of Learning Services for MISD, will be retiring at the end of this school year after working 21 years on Mercer Island. “I started as the music teacher at all three elementary schools and wound up being the permanent music teacher at Lakeridge,” she said. “Then I became the associate principal for the three schools and then the principal at Island Park. I

taught in four districts before coming here.” Morrison said it was beginning to feel like time to retire. “I’m the right age to retire. Why not? It was a hard decision, h o n e s t l y, because I have really, really loved my job, and I love this position. It’s fantastic,” she said. “It’s just that I’m feeling the pull of family. I have two grandbabies due within a week of each other. I’m also looking forward to getting back to playing the piano.” But after all of her years

in the schools, she said she’ll miss the families and the connections she has made. “I will definitely miss the staff and the community and the kids. I’ll also miss the challenging work. There is a real joy in doing something that is definitely challenging and that makes a difference. It’s so different (changing over the years).” Of course, the district would be nothing without students to teach, and Morrison said the kids on Mercer Kathy Morrison Island are of a special variety. “The kids themselves are amazing. Education is a value for our community. They come to school ready to learn, ready to go from day one. It’s wonderful to see,” said Morrison. Morrison said that over

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time she has watched students grow up and become parents themselves with students in Island schools. “I think that’s been the other piece of my job that has been wonderful, to see the kids grow up to being adults and parents themselves. “I’ve been a community member for 30 years, and we raised all four kids through the Mercer Island schools system. Now, my own children’s friends’ children are coming to school here,” she said. Along the way, each position offered Morrison something new, and looking back, something to be proud of. As the music teacher, it was working to get keyboards into the classrooms that has become a springboard for students going into the district’s very successful band and choir programs. As a principal, she said working to pull together the Hand in Hand program, to help pay for extra staff. At her current position, the need to see the bigger picture and support the hard work the teachers and staff do to stay on top of education has been fruitful. She has found it rewarding to support the district’s vision for individualized learning. The effort is geared toward enhancing curriculum in the manner of the district’s 2020 Vision, to make learning more personalized and individualized. Morrison said that it is a team effort. “The principals and the other directors are just so dedicated and put in so many hours making sure we’re heading down the right path and doing everything we can to support our teachers.”

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Kathy Morrison will retire from the Mercer Island School District this summer after 21 years of working on the Island. Over the years, working closely with the PTA presidents and committees was a joy, she added. Though there are many people who would want to say thank you to her, Morrison simply wants to give a thank you back. “Thank you for making Mercer Island the community that it is,” she said. “I feel just so darn fortunate to have worked here for a majority of my career in a variety of positions. My administrative assistant, Jane Kantor — her work I think is sometimes

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Islander, oncologist Dr. Saul Rivkin to retire By Reporter Staff

Islander Saul Rivkin, M.D., a medical oncologist, as well as founder and board chair of the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research, will retire from his Dr. Saul clinical prac- Rivkin tice at Swedish Cancer Institute on July 1. Dr. Rivkin is best known for his commit-

ted, tenacious approach to fighting cancer and the personal connection he has established with the thousands of patients he has cared for over the years. “Saul’s influence in developing the fundamental, ongoing philosophy of personalized cancer care at Swedish is profound,” said Thomas Brown, M.D., executive director of the

Swedish Cancer Institute. “For Saul, and everyone at Swedish, involvement with leading-edge clinical research is synonymous with the best possible care delivery.” The highly respected and revered physician is 77 years old and has five daughters and seven grandchildren. In 1993, Dr. Rivkin’s wife, Marsha, died from ovarian cancer. “Finding a cure for ovarian cancer is my dream, and I will continue to work towards that goal for as long as I am on this earth,” Rivkin said. “I am forever grateful to those who have supported me on this journey.”

Let ’em read what they want Just what should kids read in the summertime? By Darcy Brixey

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Summer vacation is here, and it’s a great time to encourage your kids to read. Kids who read consistently are less likely to experience the brain dump known as the “Summer Slide.” So just how do you keep them reading? The simplest answer is this: let them read what they want. Novels, comic books, poetry, audio books, cereal boxes and picture books are all forms of reading. There is a scene that plays out in the library every summer, more times than I care to count. Here is a variation of that conversation. A mother drags in a sullen kid. “She needs to read a classic,” the mother states, then shoots a warning look at her daughter. The girl sighs and rolls her eyes in the universal sign for Suffering From Ignorant Parents. “What kinds of books do you like to read?” I ask, hoping to start some kind of dialogue to recommend appropriate books. On a good day, the kid will perk up and try to answer. “Adventure!” she will say. Or romance. Or, heaven forbid, graphic novels. In that hopeful, suspended moment, the teen and I make eye contact and I begin a mental list of books that would be a good fit. Not one of them is a dusty

classic. Well-written, yes, but not a classic by mom’s definition. This is the point where a parent interrupts. “I’m tired of you reading that garbage. You need to read something good. A classic.” I don’t gamble much, but I can tell you what the mom is holding in her arms, without even looking. As she is strong-arming her child to read “a classic,” she’s clutching a tall stack of romance novels. There’s nothing wrong with romance novels. They could just as easily be magazines, sci-fi or troll-painting books. The point is, Mom gets to read what she wants. Any kid will immediately pick up on the unfairness of the situation. Not every book your child reads this summer will be a classic. But a welltimed fart joke in the pages of a book will show them that reading can bring joy for the rest of their lives. The Summer Reading Program officially kicked off on June 1. Children and

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Darcy Brixey is the teen services librarian at the Bellevue Library.

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your head,” with his proud parents Marianne and Michael, and adoring sister, Anna, in attendance. Bond was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in music at the 2013 commencement ceremonies held on June 17 in Eugene, Ore.

Island graduates Mercer Island resident Kaylee Adele Stern earned a bachelor of science, business;

Isaac Lev Tobis, a bachelor of arts, political science; Cameron Paul Wilson, bachelor of arts, finance, from Linfield College in McMinnville, Ore. A total of 663 candidates for degrees were presented at commencement exercises held on Sunday, June 2. Christopher Fricke earned his BBA in Airport Management from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks on May 11. He is a 2008 graduate of Mercer Island High School.

Edward Jackson Bond, a 2013 graduate of the University of Oregon, has been named the Jazz Musician of the Class of 3013 by the faculty and dean of the School of Music and Dance. On May 18, Bond and his ensemble performed his senior recital, which was a composition of nine original works entitled, “Written to be read by the echo inside

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Art | FROM 1 Student editors select works submitted by fellow students during the year that

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An afternoon of play at Lincoln Landing did not turn out the way that it was supposed to last summer on the Fourth of July. Claudia Ebling was throwing the ball for her dog, Kerie, when fireworks exploded in a neighbor’s yard. Kerie, 7, is an Australian cattle dog and labrador mix. “I turned to throw the ball, and she had just vanished,” Ebling said. The dog was nowhere to be found until the next day, when an unknown man picked her up along the I-90 floating bridge and brought her to the Mercer Island Veterinary Clinic. Kerie’s microchip, it turned out, was still registered to previous owners who had surrendered her to the Seattle Animal Shelter, where Ebling had adopted

her three years prior. The veterinary clinic contacted the former owners, who reclaimed the dog. Ebling would spend the rest of the summer trying to get her dog back. “My best comfort was, I remembered those ‘Lassie Come Home’ books that I grew up with,” Ebling said. Ebling tracked the former owners to Lynnwood. They claimed that the dog had bolted into traffic and had been killed on the BothellEverett highway. But Ebling knew that couldn’t be true. Ebling finally contacted the police. A Mercer Island resident of 15 years, Ebling grew up on a large farm in Palouse, Wash. “My best friend was always a dog,” she said. She raised her family on the Island, then divorced and moved to Seattle. An artist who specializes in textile restoration, she taught elementary art at Seattle Country Day School and the Northwest Art Center in Bellevue. Kerie was her class ‘model.’ A Seattle police officer

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Claudia Ebling with Leilo and Kerie at Lincoln Landing. contacted the former owners, who agreed to relinquish the dog. “Thank goodness the dog knew me,” Ebling said. “The dog had really gone through trauma.” Ebling has since returned to Lincoln Landing with Kerie and her other dog, a Bichon named Leilo. Kerie still loves to chase after balls at the landing, Ebling said. But she will be keeping the dog indoors this Fourth of July.

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7274 W. Mercer Way - Fabulous 4BR/2.5BA home on a wonderful, private, large western facing lot. Completely remodeled in 2003. Gourmet kitchen, new cabinets/appliances, huge deck, true mudroom & much more! Tim Conway 206-954-2437 www.johnlscott.com/41422

Located in a cul-de-sac, this 4BR/3.5BA home

backs up to the golf course & a natural reserve. From the moment you enter you’ll appreciate custom touches throughout. Kitchen has large island, sub-zero & walk-in pantry. Main fl Master w/ walk-in closet & sitting area. Media Room w/ Bar. Expansive deck w/ hot tub. Issaquah schools.

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Grand MI Waterfront

$3,170,000

Spectacular 1.7 acre waterfront estate. Gracious daylight rambler with view from nearly every room. Street to water. Level lawn of breathtaking scale to water. Large dock w/ covered moorage.

Mediterranean Villa

$3,150,000

Over an acre with Mountain & Lake views. 6,200 sq.ft. home was custom built by original owner. 4+BR/4.75BA. A MUST SEE WITH EVERY AMMENITY ONE COULD WISH FOR!

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Lake View Contemporary $1,789,000

Prime View & Location! $1,725,000

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Refreshingly contemporary, rebuilt 5BR/3.25BA home w/breathtaking western lake view. Private gated entry, lovely patio, ironwood decks & more make this a dynamite place to live.

Southfork Elegance

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5335 90th Ave SE – What a spread! Elegant traditional 4BD/3BA home on oversized lot w/ gorgeous pool. Plus 1BD/1BA main level ADU w/ separate entry. 3 car garage. Cindy Verschueren 206-909-4523 www.johnlscott.com/19723

Ideal Opportunity

$1,250,000

7229 93rd Ave SE. Hard to find level lot on Mercer Island, ready for your vision. 21,011 sq. ft. dividable lot, zoned 9.6. Livable single story 4BR/2BA home sold as is with property. Mark Eskridge 206-251-2760 www.johnlscott.com/10104

1980 82nd Ave SE. – prime Northend 82nd view decks, hardwoods, car garage. City, Lake Stunning Architecture.

270 degree views on Street! Cul-de-sac, 2 4+ bedrooms and 3+ & Mountain Vistas.

Timeless Craftsman

$1,495,000

ASPEN HOMES: 3031 61st Ave SE – Framing & Roof on. Still time to customize finishes. Open floor plan. Wrap around deck w/ covered fireplace. Easy walk to 3 Lakefront Parks. Minutes to I-90. Betty DeLaurenti 206-949-1222 www.johnlscott.com/97650

Historic Appleton

$1,189,500

4840 E MERCER WY Historic Appleton. This 5-bed home features hardwoods, exposed wooden beam ceilings, guest room w/ ensuite, office, and family room. The chef’s kitchen includes an oversized island, granite counters, and ss appl. Mark Eskridge 206-251-2760 www.johnlscott.com/62744

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Amazing Lake View

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508 Lakeside Ave S. E2, Seattle. Lakefront living doesn’t get any closer than this exciting condo w/ all the right spaces. Elevator entry opens into the entire floor living area capturing an amazing lake view. 2009 quality built from inside out. Lou or Lori 206-949-5674 www.johnlscott.com/27649

Comfortable Luxury

$749,000

520 Wilderness Peak Dr. NW, Issaquah. Boasting unobstructed mountain views (rare in Talus) and 10’ ceilings throughout, this Burnstead home was built w/ comfortable luxury in mind. Walk-in pantry, granite counters, Master bath w/ dual shower head & Jacuzzi tub, wet bar, wine storage and many more upgrades! www.johnlscott.com/64852

Mt. Si Views!

$332,550

12715 480th Ave SE, North Bend. This 4BR/2BA home situated on almost 1 acre, has a creek running across the back side of the property with stunning views of Mt. Si. The home is perfect for entertaining with decks on the front and the back. Jimmy Pliego 206-240-7160 www.johnlscott.com/83841

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Waterfront Townhome

$995,000

506 Lakeside Ave S. W1, Seattle. This lakeside unit is a quality built waterfront townhome with all the amenities. Roof top deck w/ view of Mt. Rainier as well as beachfront patio/ garden to enjoy. Private Garage. Day moorage. Lou or Lori 206-949-5674 www.johnlscott.com/29029

North End Home

$699,000

8206 N. Mercer Way. Brilliant natural light accents the features of this 3BR/1.75BA home. Fenced backyard w/ patio for outdoor living. 12,000 sq. ft. Lot. Close to freeways, shopping, recreation & transportation.

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$298,000

6305 Sandpoint Way NE #1, Seattle. Vacation at home in beautifully maintained Sandpointer. A stylishly updated end unit lives like a single family home. All of the amenities of resort living: pool, spa & courts. Anni Zilz 206-390-5723 www.johnlscott.com/56374

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$699,000

9724 Mercerwood Dr. - Room for everyone! 4 or 5 BR/3 BA 2,810 sq. ft. Oak Floors. New Roof. Family/Rec Room. Close to schools, I-90, & downtown shopping.

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Vacation at Home!

$929,000

3 Lindley Road. Architect Wendell Lovett has demonstrated “aesthetic excellence” by thorough resolution of every detail of this 2BR/3BA home. Modern. Contemporary. Open layout. Soaring celings. High end finishes. Private. James Laurie 425-466-3672 www.johnlscott.com/23896

Endless Possibilities

$264,950

Bring your builder & remodel this quaint Port Orchard cottage or build your dream home. 17,859 sq. ft. no bank waterfront lot. Minutes from the Southworth Ferry, w/ views of Blake Island & West Seattle. A public fishing pier & boat launch close by. Terry & Daphne Donovan 206-713-5240 www.johnlscott.com/67700

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Julie Varon

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Lori Holden

$775,000

Stunning Craftsman home in the Heart of Greenlake. Perfect condition 3BD/3BA home with great open concept floor plan. Attached 2 car garage & fully fenced patio and yard w/ barbecue. Close to everything! Helen Hitchcock 206-856-7007 www.johnlscott.com/33126

New on Market

$598,500

11416 NE 112th, Kirkland. This gorgeous 3BR/1.5BA home has been updated & completely remodeled w/ some of the finest features you would desire. Situated on large flat lot in the Forbes Creek community. Close to I-405. Terry & Daphne Donovan 206-713-5240 www.johnlscott.com/14502

Greenwood Home

$260,000

14331 Phinney Ave N, Seattle. Cute 2BR home on a level, fenced yard with good light. Dual pane windows in most of the home & newer plumbing. Mature plants provide privacy. Tim Conway 206-954-2437 www.johnlscott.com/76078

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Lake Views

$768,000

2675 74th AVE SE. Close to but yet far enough from downtown Mercer Island’s hustle & bustle. This 3BR/2.75BA has lake and territorial views from most rooms. Wrap around deck. New carpets and interior paint. MOVE IN READY! Frank Ceteznik 206-979-8400 www.johnlscott.com/21865

Newly Remodeled

$449,900

14105 143rd Ave SE, Renton. New remodel including plumbing, electrical, windows and more. 4BD/3BA w/ family room upstairs. Open floor plan, hardwood floors, fully fenced yard on corner lot. Move in ready! Frank Ceteznik 206-797-8400 www.johnlscott.com/57016

Renton Highlands Condo $158,000

1100 Harrington Ave W. #310. This condo is one of the best locations in the building. Top floor unit with view of the park from all windows & deck. Master has walk-in closet. Heated indoor pool, parking & secure access w/ elevator. Frank Ceteznik 206-979-8400 www.johnlscott.com/60409

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New WIAA amendments limit football practices By Megan Managan

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In late April, the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association held its annual meeting and discussed proposed amendments. Several passed, including a new rule about the number and type of football practices that high schools can have. Amendment 10 changes the football practice requirement for all high schools in the state. Starting this year, teams must have a minimum of three practices in the summer without full pads and full contact before using either. A maximum of 10 practices with full pads or contact will be allowed in the offseason. “It was really pushed for safety reasons,” said Craig Olson, assistant principal at Mercer Island High School and WIAA Executive Board member. “We’re trying to cut down on the number of hits, and then kids can be ready in the fall.” Olson said the amendment was written in part by the Washington State Football Coaches Association. “I think that’s why it passed,” he said. Olson said the idea behind the rule is not necessarily to limit what coaches and teams can do in the summer, but is to try and limit the number of hits to prevent concussions and other injuries to players in the offseason. This year, the first summer practice could start on

May 26, and is limited to 20 days, which must take place before July 31. Within those 20 days, three must be without full pads or full contact. Mercer Island head coach Brett Ogata said the new rules won’t change much for the Islanders. He said they usually do about 20 practices in the summer as it is. “It’s not really going to change anything,” he said. “We’re basically already doing it.” The amendment reads: “The first three days of practice for each football player shall be without shoulder pads (helmets are the only protective gear allowed). Contact is not allowed during the first three days of practice for each individual player. Should a player begin turnouts any time after the first day of summer practice, that individual player may not wear shoulder pads nor be allowed to be involved in those drills or practices in which there is ‘contact’ until all required safety pads are worn. A maximum of 10 practices with full pads and full contact practices are allowed. After four full pad/contact practices, teams would be allowed to scrimmage other schools or participate in full contact team camp contests. The athletic director at each school is required to maintain the summer practice schedule.” The proposed amend-

Sen. Murray sponsors amendment to ensure equity in sports opportunity for girls

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A new rule from the WIAA limits the type and number of football practices in the spring and summer. The rule aims to help players learn to be safer on the field. ment says the pros for such an amendment are to “place some limits on the amount of contact days (including seven-on-seven) coaches have with their places during the summer.” Olson said he feels that the Islander program is already fairly safe. “I like to think we’re pretty safe,” he said. “We are way ahead of a lot of the curve. This will standardize it across the state.” Ogata said his philosophy, especially in the early days of the year, are to help the team learn the game, with less focus on the hitting part. “My whole philosophy is to get them in helmets and let them learn football,” said the coach. “The focus is on the football and where to run, etc. We don’t do full contact usually until after a week of practice.” The amendment was

proposed by Willapa Valley High School, Life Christian Academy Central Valley High School, East Valley High School and Ferndale High School. One of the other amendments that passed will change the way schools count students in order to determine classification. Currently, schools count only students in grades 10-12 to determine which group they will compete in from 2B to 4A. The next classification counts will be done in the spring of 2014, when the count has been expanded to include freshmen. Under the current system, Mercer Island has 1,114.75 students and is 3A. Schools are considered to be part of the 3A classification if the school has between 1,086 and 1,303 students. To read all of the amendments, visit wiaa.com.

By Reporter Staff in the classroom and their An amendment, careers, and there’s no reaauthored by U.S. Senator son they shouldn’t have Patty Murray to ensure the chance to get involved that girls have equal oppor- with sports at an early age.” tunities to participate in Currently, colleges and sports in elementary and universities are required secondary schools, has to report information on been adopted as part of a opportunities for women major U.S. Senate educa- to participate in athletic tion overhaul. programs, T h e but there are amendment no federal passed in requirements the Senate for elemenHe a l t h , tary and Education, secondary Labor, and schools to do Pensions the same. ( H E L P ) T h i s Committee’s amendment markup of the is designed Elementar y to shine a a n d light on the Secondary Sen. Patty Murray gap between Education access to, Act (ESEA). funding “Forty years ago, for, and quality of sports Congress passed Title IX programs for girls and and paved the way for boys from kindergarten women to get involved through high school by in athletics at the college compelling elementary level, but we still don’t and secondary schools to do enough to ensure make information regardthat girls of all ages have ing their sports programs equal opportunities to get public, including particiinvolved in sports,” said pation and funding levels. Murray. “We know that It is supported by orgagirls who play sports live nizations across the counhealthier lives and succeed try.

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The Mercer Island High School football team participated in the Skyline 7-on-7 Invitational in June.

The Mercer Island Little League Marlins recently won the Little League player pitch tournament in the AAA category. The team includes: Marques Abulhosn, Jack Durner, Brady Gilroy, Jacob Grosof, Levi Kornfeld, Mason Meinzinger, Derek Nordale, James Peterson, Spencer Smith, Kevin Wang and Max Zhao. The Marlins are coached by Mike Gilroy

Mercer Island White Sox win Coast championship The Mercer Island Little League White Sox team won the Coast Championship tournament earlier in the month. The team includes: Marco Faine, Matthew Feldman, John Paul Kierstead, Jaden Krauser, Diego Lopez, Nathaniel Munroe, Alex Patel, Jon Pinney Brown, Thomas Short, Henry Watson and Nick Wrona. The White Sox are coached by Jackie Brown and Mark Feldman.

Mercer Island native and pitcher for Oregon State University, Matt Boyd has earned several late season honors. The senior left-handed pitcher was named an AllAmerican on Thursday, May 30. The same week, Boyd was named to the Pac-12 All-Conference first team, along with the entire OSU starting line.

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Wednesday | 19 Infant/Child/Adult CPR with AED: 7-9 p.m., June 19, Mercer

Island Fire Station, 3030 78th Ave. S.E. This is not a health care provider class. Call 206275-7607, Monday through Friday, to reserve a space. Cost: $20 (check or cash). www.mercergov.org.

Saturday | 22 Mercer Island Radio Operators Amateur Radio Field Day Event: 8 a.m.-6

p.m., June 22, Rotary Park, 4320 88th Ave. S.E. Radio amateurs set up Ham radio operations at an outdoor location without commercial power. Visitors are invited to come and learn about amateur radio. Sponsor: American Radio Relay League (ARRL). www.arrl. org/field-day. Learn to Trade Stock Options: Saturdays, June

22-29, U.S. Bank, 2737 78th Ave. S.E. This class is limited in size. It is two days and three hours each day. Instructor: Kevin was a floor trader for years at the Pacific Stock Exchange. Cost: $625. 1-888-981-2512.

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Sunday | 23 Pie & Dessert Baking Contest:

9 a.m.-1 p.m., June 23, Mercerdale Park, S.E. 32nd Street and 77th Avenue S.E. Mercer Island Youth & Family Services (YFS) Advisory Board will host the second annual baking contest during the Mercer Island Farmers Market. Pies or desserts must be homemade, and include seasonal fruits. Rules are at www.mercergov. org. Mercer Island Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,

June 23, Mercerdale Park, S.E. 32nd Street and 77th Avenue S.E. Music: Hot Cider String Band performs a mix of family-friendly Bluegrass vocal numbers and old-time, swing, French Canadian and Scandinavian tunes. Produce-only market with more than 50 local, sustainable farmers and vendors each week. www.mifarmersmarket.org.

Monday | 24 Islander Hoop Camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 24, MIHS and IMS. Basketball hoopsters (grades

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Mercer Island Friends of the Library Hardback Bargain Sale: June 20-23.

During library open hours. Get great bargains on books while supporting the library. A Place at the Table - Meet Author Rick Browne: 7

for local King County food banks. www.kcls.org/ cooks. Opera Preview - “Ring” by Richard Wagner: 7 p.m.,

Tuesdays. “Das Rheingold,” June 25; “Die Walkure,” July 9; “Siegfried,” July 16; “Gotterdammerung,” July 23. Presented by Norm Hollingshead. “The Ring of the Nibelungen” was first performed at Bayreuth in 1876. Computer Class - Microsoft Publisher: 1 p.m., July 10.

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p.m., June 20. Join Rick Browne, host of the PBS television show, “Barbeque America,” and author of four books. Demonstration, tasting included. Nonperishable food donations accepted

and 4 p.m., July 10. A KCLS volunteer instructor can give you one-on-one assistance. Registration required.

1-12), join MIHS boys varsity coach Gavin Cree and his staff for camp. Morning and afternoon sessions are available where participants will work on skills, drills and fundamentals in a fun environment. Registration is open online: www.mibasketball. org. Cost: $140.

Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E. Providence Hospice of Seattle this summer will hold three Family Day Camps for children, teens and their families who have experienced the death of a loved one. Each camp will have professional grief counselors. To register, contact Mary Jean Hermes: (206) 749-7699 or maryjean.hermes@providence.org. www.providencehospiceofseattle.org.

Tuesday | 25 Mercer Island Rotary Club Luncheon: 12-1:30 p.m., June

25, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Weekly meeting covers club activities and features a guest speaker. The general public is welcome.

Wednesday | 26 Family Day Camps: 11 a.m.2:30 p.m., June 26 and July 24, Emmanuel Episcopal

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 10 a.m., July 13.

Wednesday | July 3 Probus Club of Mercer Island Meeting: 10:30

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The Enchanted Garden Story Workshop: 10:30

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Children Thumbelina Puppet Show: 2 p.m., June 25. Presented by Oregon Shadow Theatre. Ages 4 and older with adult. Enjoy a shadow puppet show with live music. Performance is held in a dark room; not appropriate for very young children.

Young Toddler Story Times:

10 a.m., Wednesdays, July 10-31. Ages 12-24 months with adult. Toddler Story Times: 11 a.m., Wednesdays, July 10-31. Ages 2-3 with adult. Reading Buddies: 1-3 p.m., Wednesdays, July 10-31.

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Events | Upcoming MIPC Vacation Bible School 2013: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., July

8-12, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Scholarships available with advance registration. Join us for the ‘Everywhere Fun Fair: Where God’s World Comes Together.’ Explore and experience God’s welcoming love at VBS. The adventures include interactive Bible fun, great music, super science, cool crafts, hands-on mission work, global games and more. www.mipc.org. Mercer Mile Fun Run: 9:309:45 a.m., July 13, Mercerdale Park. A one-mile dash at Summer Celebration. Register at www.myparksandrecreation.com #14021. Summer Celebration Sunset Fireworks Cruise Aboard The Argosy Ship “Celebrations”:

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Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) at Summer Celebration: July 13-14. Look

for a large and small tent exhibiting artwork. MIVAL Gallery, 2836 78th Ave. S.E., will host its Summer Celebration artists throughout July. Artist Reception: 5-8 p.m., July 11, with raffle. Enter raffle at the Gallery or Summer Celebration tents. www.mival.org. Cours de Cuisine à Thonon:

Register by July 15 to travel with the Mercer Island Sister City Association to the Island’s sister city, Thononles-Bains, France, Oct. 11-20. The trip will focus on cooking classes for adults at Thonon’s famous Lycee École Hôtelière Savoie-Léman. www.mercerislandsistercity. org.

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RIVERPOINT Neighborhood Garage Sale! Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 21st - 23rd, 9 am - 4 pm. Off Mount Si Road. 3 miles up. RENTON

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COME & VIEW an eclectic offering of objects for sale at Fort Bradley. Saturday, June 22nd, 7am-3pm. Follow signs from Sound Food. VASHON ISLAND

DRAMA DOCK Storage Sale! Saturday, June 22nd from 9am - 3pm at Island Security Self Storage. Garage/Moving Sales Kitsap County BAINBRIDGE ISLAND

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It’s All About

SERVICE

Fast. Professional. Friendly. Q/A | with David Brown – Owner, Fox Plumbing & Heating

Q

“How did Fox Plumbing & Heating get started?” :

A

: Virgil Fox started the company in 1964; even as a young man, I loved “hands on work” and was proud to be a tradesman. I joined the company in 1973 and thrived in the environment of high standards and hard work. By 1979 I was half owner of the company, purchasing it in its entirety in 1983. I was dedicated to the value of quality service at a fair price and understood the importance of keeping every customer, since then I’ve expanded but maintained our deep commitment to integrity and quality work. Our customers tell us time and time again that we are the most trustworthy plumbing service in King County.

plumbing services do you offer? And do you do both repair and installaQ “What tion?” :

A

: If it has to do with pipes and water, we have the skilled workforce to both fix ailing systems and install new systems. We work in old and new homes as well as in businesses and commercial environments – we are experts in fixing old systems. We’re not always looking to sell people something new; if it can be fixed we fix it. We offer a full range of plumbing services from sewers to hot water tanks. We help our customers save money by offering plumbing system tune-ups, which are continually growing in popularity because they save people on the cost of repairs by catching problems early. We’re very excited to announce that we have expanded and now service and install all types of heating, furnaces and air conditioning, too. We are committed to our customers and to our staff, provid-

ing on-going training to make sure our technicians are simply the best trained in the business.

Q “Do you guarantee your services?” A :

: Absolutely, we have the best written warranties in the business. We provide our customers with the right price for the service and then guarantee the work. We have received the best service award from Angie’s list for over 6 years and are always top rated. Our customers will tell you about their experience with Fox Plumbing and Heating and we encourage them to do so. 80% of our new business comes from current customer referrals, we’re proud of this record and intend to continue it, every customer is important to us, I’ve built this whole business around satisfied customers, when we say “it’s all about service”, we mean it.

Providing Complete Plumbing & Heating Services in King County Since 1964 you offer any products that could help my water supply be more efficient, Q “Do or save me money?” :

A

: First having equipment in good working order saves water and money, you wouldn’t believe how costly a dripping faucet or “ever-running toilet” can be, I’ve seen them cost home owners and businesses hundreds even thousands of dollars. In this day and age switching from a gas water tank to tankless system saves space, energy and delivers endless hot water. PSE even provides rebates. Converting from electric to gas can save thousands of dollars over time. It’s important to know what works for your life-style and budget and what are your energy saving goals. The benefits of a tankless system are; endless hot water, its green – smaller carbon footprint, space savings, and energy savings. It took me a while to be totally sold on the tankless hot water systems, but I am, today the technology is outstanding.

an emergency, what’s the best thing to do? What about afterhours and on Q “In the weekends?” :

A

: Call us 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Pipes, sewers, water heaters, toilets, sinks and furnaces can’t tell time and often chose the worst time to act up and break down. We get this and have experts available to assist you whenever you need it, at your home or business. We have dispatchers and technicians on call 24 hours per day. On our website we have emergency water shut off videos to help people in times of emergency. It’s understandable that most people don’t even think of their plumbing until something goes wrong, we often get our best customers through our response to an emergency, we’re there and we fix the problem. After an emergency many of our customers participate in our $99 annual Plumbing Tune-up program, which saves them hundreds even thousands of dollars in the long run and they are seeing great improvements in their plumbing systems.

James arrived within 3 hours of my call for service. He quickly determined the problem and did a work around to get me back online. Then the next day at the exact appointment time he replaced the tank. Prompt, Professional, Clean & Neat. Good equipment and a reasonable price. Best service contractor I have used in 30 years. - Tom Nesbit, Kirkland.

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COLDWELL BANKER BAIN MERCER ISLAND OFFICE | 7808 SE 28th Street #128, Mercer Island |

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OFF ISLAND HOMES

Golfer’s Getaway

$120,000

Top flr 1BR/1BA condo located in Front9. Updated kitchen with cozy dining nook. Open living area w/fplc. Balcony overlooks the community pool. #498778 James Shute 206-230-5421

Auburn

$219,500

Great duplex investment opportunity. Close to downtown shops & busline. Both units have 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. #236629 Chase Costello 206-999-4420 Jeff Costello 206-595-5709

Front 9

$120,000

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Kingston

$274,900

Bremerton

$174,900

Wonderful new 3 BD/2.5 BA short sale with landscaped backyard, new carpets and laminate flooring and security system. located near parks and a golf course. #478483 James Shute 206-230-5421

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$284,900

Pvt drive ends at this cozy 3BR/2.5BA home, master on main. Spacious living areas, open kitchen & lg rear deck & patio with a fully fenced backyard. #494945

You must see this amazing 3-Level Auburn home! Custom built home features 3 full kitchens on every floor, 3 full baths w/ laundry closets, 3BR, 3 fplcs. #334934

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Value In Land

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Single story 2 bedroom and 1 bath home in quite location on 1.5 acres. Cozy covered deck overlooks the spacious yard. Additional dwelling on property. #487356 James Shute 206-230-5421

West Seattle

$299,900

SS. Great 2BR/1BA 940SF home in the Genessee nbrhd of West Seattle. Close to the junction, shops, schools. Large back yard, 1 car garage. Great starter home! #397600 James R. Shute 206-230-5421

INVESTOR ALERT! $194,900

Great development potential - can be short platted to make 2 lots. Could be a fixer or tear down. In disrepair. Short Sale. #486497 James Shute 206-230-5421

New in Kirkland

$364,900

Quiet 2BR/1.5BA, home. Skylights brighten up the living area & French doors open to spacious deck w/hot tub overlooking beautifully maintained, fully fenced bkyd #485433 James Shute 206-230-5421

Ravenna

$414,900

3BR/2BA home. Master on main, hardwood floors, barreled ceilings, fireplace, crown molding and arched doorways. Fully fenced backyard with patio & fire pit #492137 James Shute 206-230-5421

Floating Hm

$495,000

Charming Lake Union Floating Home on the desirable log foundation co-op dock. Nice position on the dock of the most adorable community on Lake Union. 1BR/1BA #478218 Doug Shih 206-230-5364

Seward Park

$787,000

Mid Century gem w/view in great nbrhdtotally renovated in 2006-new kitchen, baths, millwork, lower level with rec rm+2BR & den & lg yard #494295 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-949-3270

Houghton

$850,000

Location-Location-Location! Minutes to everything; 2 Park N Rides, I-405, Hwy 520, Metropolitan Market, regional trails, Google, the Kirkland wtft. 4BR/2.5BA #501566 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444

Laurelhurst

$1,289,000

Let the Sun shine in, this custom designed Soli Terry home sparkles. Gleaming hardwoods, rich fir mill work and warm tones create a relaxing oasis. 3BR/4BA. #487544 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444

Whidbey Island $2,450,000

Sunlight reflects off of the waters that front this special island home. Rare 210 ft. steel dock for your boat and pier fishing which is shared by only one neighbor #455424 Doug Shih 206-230-5364

VACANT LAND Lake Tapps

$179,950

Great lot with full Mt. Rainier view. Small “cabin” and storage shed stays. Year around water access. Recreational site. #457845 Chase Costello 206-999-4420 Tom O’Connell 206-898-4243

Building Site

$398,000 Westside View

$500,000

Whidbey Island $1,650,000

Partial lk view lot, small subdivision 5 lots, up pvt road off E Mercer. Backs to conservancy Tract. Road, utilities in along paved access. Cleared for viewing! #83516

South Mercer Island westside view residential building site in area of other newer homes. Opportunity for creating a homes of your choice. Utilities available. #482387

Consider this stunning natural canvas for your custom waterfront home. Gated 12.5+/acres of statuesque firs and cedars fronted by your own beach & tidelands. #455191

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$348,000

Tucked away building lot up private lane. Potential lake & Mt Rainier views. Large lot, 3000 sq foot building pad. Paved access to lot line. Near Park trails. #112896 Lindy Weathers 206-920-8842

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Private Lane

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$549,000 Lk WA Views!

$2,500,000

Large residential building site in area of new/ remodeled homes. Lk & Mt Rainier views. All utility/access easements recorded. Serene stream along south boundary. #143651

Now is your chance. Build the view estate of your dreams. Over 21,000sf of mostly level land, one hse from the water. Utilities in the street. Start now! #455555

Large 7.46 Acre subdivision comprised of 17 single family residential lots located with in Bellevue. Great location with easy access to 405, and minutes from I90. #387423

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MERCER ISLAND HOMES

Build!

$550,000

Private lane. Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home. West side with possible lake views! Bring your builder/ architect/dreams! #404816 Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722

Lake Views!

$1,250,000

Contemporary 3-level luxury home located on private .46ac lot w/ Lk Washington views on every level. 6,070sf, 6BR/5.25BA. Short Sale #448700 Chase Costello 206-999-4420 Jeff Costello 206-595-5709

Outstanding!

$2,299,000

Exceptional quality! 5BR+office/5.75BA. Rare 12,000SF street-to-street lot. North End close to Lake. Mtn/Lake Views. Chef’s kitchen. Legal ADU (separate unit) #479109 Sarah Ford 206-854-7702

Mercerdale

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Need Sunshine?

$1,348,000

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Cape Cod Estate $3,000,000

Extraordinary property: Acre+ of formal gardens, exquisite renovation of interior, 5BR/4.5BA, main master+formal rooms+fam rm+rec rm, outdoor rm +poolgorgeous! #391328 Laura Reymore 206-230-5351

Lake View

$798,000

Sophisticated Urban Oasis. 2704 SqFt, 3BR, 2.5BA European Townhouse Style Condo By Downtown Mercer Island. #491241 Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

First Hill

$1,450,000

City, Lake & mtn views, completely renovated 2005, 2 master suites, formal liv & din+fam rm in kitchen + rec rm bsmt: Close to Lid Park & town -enter on 66th #483416 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-230-5351

Gold Coast 60’ $3,125,000

Clean lines and walls of windows sets the stage for this 5BR/2.75BA home. Master suites on both floors offers flexibility. 60’ of wtft, 183’ dock & sandy beach! #471980 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444

Don’t overlook the opportunity to complete a thorough inspection on a property, whether a buyer or seller. Not only does an inspection give a buyer peace of mind and knowledge about the house and systems, it also can protect a seller from issues relating to the condition of the house/property that are unknown to them at the time they choose to sell their home. In this current “market frenzy” buyers often waive their right to complete this valuable process, thinking that their offer is so much more competitive and unencumbered by contingencies. Often times they then suffer the consequences of an incomplete “due diligence” investigation in the emotional process of buying a home. Sellers would be wise to allow time for an adequate buyer inspection of the property, even in a multiple offer situation. Issues that might be important to a buyer can be addressed by a home inspector, and other issues may need further investigation: can you add on or remodel easily, are the systems in the home updated, is there sufficient electrical capacity for all the new electronic components in our lives, what are the costs to make the changes you need? Inspections are just one of the wise business decisions in the whole process of buying or selling a home! –Lindy Weathers, Broker EQUAL OPPORTUNITY HOUSING

New on Market

$1,198,000

South End

$1,580,000

Brand New by Friedman Homes: A sought after flowing floor plan with massive kitchen open to the family rm overlooking the sunny 15,000 sqft lot w/ spacious deck. #500188 Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444

Amazing opportunity to live in very desirable so. end neighborhood. Newly built in 2007, this 5BR, 4BA, 3 car garage, light-filled home welcomes you! #490989 Debbie Barbara 206-300-6077

Waterfront Time

$4,800,000

A “home built to last”! New construction: 5BR/6BA, 115’ level wft w/sandy beach, pvt dock & view of Mt. Rainier. Fabulous details w/outstanding master suite. #473900 Molly Penny 206-230-5515

Shared Wtrft

$1,250,000

Westside .49 Acre parcel; 50ft,+slip & boat lift; view protection, Great rm+kit+fam rm+liv rm+den+master on main +rec rm+carpt+2 car gar-so many possibilities! #400850 Laura Reymore 206-230-5351

Westside Resort $2,200,000

Private 74+/- ft waterfront + dock. Mstr BR on main floor + den + lower level rec rm+3BRs-priced at land value, but so livable as is! #473532 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-949-3270 Suzanne Lane 206-419-6387

Italian Villa

$5,088,000

Magnificent northend-90 feet private wtft & dock, level yard; great rm & main floor master-5+BRs, 5.5 baths, new exterior, roof, baths & much more! #496920 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-230-5351

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Lindy Weathers

Broker (206) 920-8842 lindyweathers@cbbain.com As a lifetime resident of Mercer Island, I have seen this “sleepy little Island” become a real City, grow into a public education Mecca, a commuter’s dream location, and a vibrant community full of dedicated, caring individuals, who strive to create high quality services while maintaining its rural character. Having grown up on Mercer Island, I chose to raise my own family here, and choose to work in a community that continues to provide exceptional quality of life for all residents. Whether you are a buyer or seller, the community here is your friend in the home sale/purchase process. Let me help you learn about those amenities and how they can enhance your lifestyle, or learn how you can use those community qualities to help market and sell your home!

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