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ELECTION 2013 | The Mirror will host two public forums for local candidates [2]

VOL. 15, NO. 38

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OPINION | Roegner: City council candidates vs. the PACC [4] Jarvis: 1,100 new apartments should be a wakeup call [4] FATAL CRASH | State patrol says driver in fatal crash may have been high on meth [3] MR. FEDERAL WAY | Reader donated cash for a 9/11 memorial, so where is it? [7]

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Schools get grant for $471K Mirror staff reports

Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) recently announced that it will receive a grant of $471,000 as part of its membership in the Road Map Project, a regional consortium of districts aimed at improving student and teacher success. This initial grant money comes from the project’s participation in the federal Race to the Top program. According to FWPS, the funds will go toward “graduation, math achievement and kindergarten/first grade literacy.” “We are delighted that these funds will support this important work for our students most in need,” FWPS Superintendent Rob Neu said in a news release. “At the same time, we are lifting up the quality of instruction for all students.” Federal Way’s grant is part of the consortium’s Project 1, which is slated to be a “fund that districts may access to build teacher and principal content knowledge, to assist in the creation of personalized learning environments in the region’s high-need [ more GRANT, page 22 ]

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Backdoor endorsement for mayor? Candidate says school board crossed the line and violated state law By GREG ALLMAIN gallmain@fedwaymirror.com

The Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) Board of Directors recently recognized Mayor Skip Priest’s

work on securing education funding during his time as a state legislator. However, Deputy Mayor Jim Ferrell was a bit perturbed by the recognition, believing it to be an indirect endorsement of the mayor in an election year. “I think it was pretty dubious, it’s kind of a head scratcher, that they would wait three years to recognize the mayor,” said Ferrell, who is Priest’s opponent for mayor this

year. “It would have had a lot more legitimacy if done two years ago, or a year ago. I think the timing speaks for itself. It doesn’t really pass the logic test.” Ferrell’s objection to the recognition is one that is, oddly enough, raised consistently at Federal Way City Council meetings. Priest and City Attorney Pat Richardson remind the public that City Hall and the public comment podium

are not the place for endorsing a candidate, or speaking out against a candidate or current council member. “The mayor, as you know, before any council comments are ever delivered…restates that city/government resources cannot be used for political purposes, and then has the city attorney say the same thing,” Ferrell noted. “It’s disappointing [ more ENDORSEMENT, page 22 ]

Seahawks’ Richard Sherman visits FW Seattle Seahawks star Richard Sherman was in Federal Way on Tuesday to hand out school clothes and supplies to kids. He told every kid he greeted that the school supplies and clothes weren’t a “donation, but an investment in you as a person.” Read more about Sherman’s visit — and his legendary trashtalking — on page 10 in today’s sports section. CASEY OLSON, The Mirror

Weyerhaeuser wants to donate bonsai collection By ANDY HOBBS editor@federalwaymirror.com

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One of Federal Way’s top cultural and tourist attractions is courting proposals for new management. The Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection opened 24 years ago on the Weyerhaeuser Campus. It attracts nearly 30,000 annual visitors from all over the country and world. However, Weyerhaeuser thinks the bonsai collection — which

features 60 miniature potted trees shaped by artists — could be run better by someone else. The collection is a department of the timber company, but will transition to an independent entity with a non-profit status. “Other organizations are designed to promote and market and really highlight a collection like that in a way that we’re not,” said Kristen Sawin, director of government and community affairs. She

noted that the collection costs Weyerhaeuser hundreds of thousands of dollars to maintain. “We really value the entity as a whole and we want to see it promoted in a way that honors that.” Weyerhaeuser has sent requests for proposals to determine where to donate the collection. Responses are due this month. The company will also consider an endowment for financial support, Sawin said. [ more BONSAI, page 23 ]

The Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection is located on the Weyerhaeuser Campus in Federal Way and is open year-round. Mirror file photo

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Lung disease kills as many as breast cancer; Federal Way woman starts support group By ANDY HOBBS editor@federalwaymirror.com

In the mid-1990s, Carole Reaney suffered from bronchitis and a constant cough in the wintertime. Medications and breathing treatments couldn’t cure the ailment. The dry hacking cough was so commonplace that it became a family joke. If the kids needed to find Reaney in the store, for example, they would “listen for mom’s cough.” “It just wasn’t getting any better,” said Reaney, 69, a Federal Way resident.

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She eventually undersmoked cigarettes for a went a lung biopsy. In short spell in the 1970s. August 2011, Reaney was One possible cause could be diagnosed with pulmonary linked to a condo where she fibrosis. She was given three lived in the 1990s. Upon years to live. moving, she discovered Pulmonary fibrosis extensive mold throughout occurs when lung the residence. tissue is damaged Reaney is still on and scarred. This a waiting list for a incurable disease lung transplant that hinders the ability will extend her life to breathe as the a few more years. scar tissue thickens. At any moment, the The disease kills phone could ring Carole Reaney as many people as with news of an breast cancer. Acavailable transplant. cording to the Pulmonary Her husband, Roger, has a Fibrosis Foundation, an suitcase packed and ready average of 40,000 people die to go. in the U.S. every year from In the meantime, Reaney the disease. wants to start a pulmonary Causes for the disease fibrosis support group in are often unknown, but can the Federal Way area. include autoimmune disor“I’m trying to get more ders, genetics, or exposure people aware of this disease to hazardous chemicals. because it kills as many Among the more highpeople as breast cancer,” she profile news stories of pulsaid. “A lot of people don’t monary fibrosis involve first know they have it.” responders from the 9/11 Awareness event attacks at the World Trade Reaney is planning an Center. Several responders awareness event and fundare suffering from respiraraiser for pulmonary fibrotory disorders caused by sis in October at the Fedexposure to toxic suberal Way Regional Library, stances during cleanup and 34200 1st Ave. S. Time and recovery at the crash site. date will be announced. The Back in Federal Way, event will feature informaReaney carts around an tion, raffle prizes and more. oxygen tank with a 37-foot All proceeds will go toward plastic tube connected to her nose. She is unsure how the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. To learn more, she developed pulmonary contact (253) 661-9678. fibrosis, and said she only

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FW man dies in Bellevue crash

King County Jail on suspicion of vehicular homicide. The driver of the third vehicle, A fatal crash last week in the southbound as well as another driver who was struck by lanes of I-405 in Bellevue is being investiBeckford’s BMW after it rolled, were also gated as a vehicular homicide. taken to Overlake. Ian Riley Beckford, a 22-year-old Federal A judge ordered the suspect’s bail set Way resident, was killed in the Sept. 12 at $1 million, and the suspect was due in crash. Beckford was trapped inside court this week, according to the his vehicle after it rolled several King County Prosecutor’s Office. times and caught fire. Beckford’s family is being repreAccording to the Washington sented by attorney Eric Makus. He State Patrol, the driver who caused said Beckford was on his way back the accident may have been high on from Lake Sammamish where he methamphetamine. was waterskiing and boating with That driver, identified as a family friends. Ian Riley Beckford 27-year-old male from Woodinville, “The family is absolutely overwas driving his Audi at speeds in whelmed and devastated,” Makus excess of 100 mph when he struck said. “It’s just disbelief. What makes this Beckford’s car and another vehicle around particularly horrific is the imagery, the 10 p.m. photos, that burning car, and you know The driver was taken to Overlake there was a 22-year-old young man perishMedical Center and later booked into ing in that car.” Courtesy of the Bellevue Reporter

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pressing charges: At 12:53 a.m. Sept. 15 in the 1900 block of South 331st Street, a woman reported being assaulted by her boyfriend. The boyfriend was still present in the couple’s apartment and was arrested by police. According to the report, the woman had originally “agreed to assist with prosecution and provide a statement,” but then changed her mind. • Angry ex-employee: At 2:28 a.m. Sept. 15 in the 2400 block of SW 336th Street, an employee of a business was assaulted by an exemployee of the business. According to the report, the ex-employee punched the current employee in the nose, then fled the scene. • Church burglarized: At 8:12 a.m. Sept. 14 in the 1600 block of South 330th Street, unknown suspects broke into a church. The report notes the only items the burglars seemed to have stolen was five dollars in change. • Assault by girlfriend: At 9:05 a.m. Sept. 15 in the 32000 block of 11th Place South, a man’s girlfriend assaulted him. According to the report, the woman struck the man four times in his face, leaving visible injuries. She also scratched and bit the man’s arm. The report notes the woman also picked up a knife at one point and threatened to kill the man with it. The woman was still holding the knife upon police arrival. She was arrested and booked into the SCORE facility. • Cigarette thief: At 12:02 p.m. Sept. 15 in the 4600 block of SW 320th St., a man entered a tobacco store and asked for 10 packs of cigarettes. The clerk gathered sev-

en packs of cigarettes and placed them on the counter, and then turned back to grab the last three packs. The suspect grabbed the seven packs of cigarettes and fled while the clerk’s back was turned to gather the last few packs. • Woman loses everything: At 6:51 p.m. Sept. 15 in the 1200 block of South 324th Street, unknown suspects broke into the victim’s rental car and stole her suitcase, computer and $1,500 in clothes. The woman is visiting from England, and her passport was in her suitcase at the time of the theft. • Man retrieves stolen tablet: At 9:02 p.m. Sept. 15 in the 34000 block of 16th Avenue South, a man set up an “undercover” operation in order to retrieve his Samsung tablet device. According to the report, the man found his tablet in a Craigslist ad and set up a meeting to get it back. The report notes the man met with two men, and retrieved his device. He was also able to take photos of the two men, and provided the photos to police for further investigation. • Man interrupts burglary in progress: At 9:56 a.m. Sept. 14 in the 28000 block of 22nd Avenue South, a man interrupted a burglary in progress at his residence. According to the report, the home was semi-abandoned, because the suspect had changed the locks on all the doors and had been living in the residence for an unspecified period of time. The report notes the homeowner refused to press charges, and only requested that the suspect be officially trespassed from his property.

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Born May 12, 1956 in Coeur'Alene Idaho. Died September 7th, 2013 in Long Beach, WA after a two year battle with cancer. He is survived by his parents Max & Mary Monzingo of Long Beach, WA., sister Beverly Bracale (Jeff) of Puyallup ,WA. Bob also leaves behind 4 nieces, 2 nephews, 1 great nephew, 1 great niece and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Ruth E. Warner passed away with her family at her side on 9-16-2013 in Federal Way, WA She was born in Burlington, NJ on 2-21-1927 to Howard and Louanna Harper. Ruth retired from the Federal Way School District in 1993 after 26 years of service. She joins her late husband, Lloyd who preceded her in 1984. Their living children: Sherryle McCoy, Richard (Gerrie), Terry (Judy). Grandchildren: Lynde, Alex, Chelsea and Tyler. Per her request no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.

 Sally Marie Morrison  Sally passed away surrounded by the love of her family on September 8, 2013. Sally was born in Snohomish, WA on June 26, 1934 as the youngest of three children to Graeme and Lallen Wilson. Sally graduated from Snohomish High School in 1952 and then spent the summer bicycling through Europe before starting at the University of Washington. She graduated from UW in 1955, earning her BS degree in Home Economic Education and obtained her teaching certificate for grades K-12. While attending school at the UW Sally met the love of her life, Gerald (Jerry) Morrison, at a travel club meeting, they were married on August 27, 1955 in Snohomish, WA. In the early years of her career, Sally taught in several different school districts. When she and her husband settled in Federal Way she began a 23-year teaching career in the Federal Way School District. During the second half of her career she started a program for pregnant girls, reaching out to these often troubled teens and single mothers – trying to give them skills that would make life better for them and their children. Travel was something Sally loved to do. Far and wide or close to home, the enthusiasm to go, do and see was always in her. Sally also enjoyed playing bridge, reading, skiing, going to the theater, cheering on all the local sports teams, and spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She made each and everyone of them feel loved and special. Sally was a member of the Nu Chapter of Alpha Xi Delta and awarded “the pearl” this year for 60 years of membership. For over 25 years Sally has been a member and served in various positions of the Federal Way Chapter of the American Association of University Women and is a lifetime member of the University of Washington Alumni Association. Always competitive, Sally hated to lose! She believed in setting your goals and not just achieving but preferably exceeding them. Those who knew Sally couldn’t help but be touched by her compassion and selflessness, always putting others before herself. Sally was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Wilson. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Gerald Morrison; daughters, Geraldine Duncan (Ron), Charlene Grob (Gordon), and Maureen Brekke (Darin); son Gerald Morrison Jr.; grandchildren, R.J. Duncan (Becca), Shauna Lewis (Ryan), Linnea Wexler (David), Garret Grob (Emmy), Gavin Grob, Wesley Duncan, Amielia Duncan, and Nathan Brekke; great-grandchildren, Natalie Lewis, Lauren Lewis, Samantha Duncan, and Jay Duncan; her sister, Joan Jacobs; cousins and many nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly. A Memorial Service to celebrate Sally’s life was held on September, 19, 2013 at Church of the Good Shepherd.

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Matthew Jarvis

Council candidates vs. the PACC A closer look suggests that Fairbanks may have a better chance than one might think. He does have some experience with the city, as he serves on the Civil Service Commission, and his business background would be an asset to the council. But his intriguing strategy is to make his weakness his strength, and make Burbidge’s 12 years in office the very reason to vote her out and vote him in. Fairbanks believes the city needs a “fresh new approach” and that Burbidge has been there too long. But Fairbanks, along with Jim Ferrell — who is running for mayor and has endorsed Fairbanks — may have identified a defining issue in the fall elections: the Performing Arts and Conference Center (PACC). The PACC does not seem to be connecting with the average voter. The recent Mirror poll showed almost two-thirds of the community against it. While the poll did not have large numbers, it may reflect the feelings of the many voters who live here but reside outside the echo chamber that is the city political establishment. Fairbanks feels the PACC is too expensive and could end up taking money from other needs, such as police. The risk, he says, is just too big. He opposes the PACC. Burbidge supports the PACC and feels it will stimulate economic development. She disagrees with Fairbanks on funding and believes that the city would not allow other needed programs to [ more ROEGNER, page 5 ]

INSIDE POLITICS

On the surface, the race between incumbent Jeanne Burbidge and John Fairbanks for the Federal Way City Council would appear to be a mismatch. Burbidge has more experience having served on the council for three terms. She received an “outstanding” rating from the Municipal League. Her endorsements read like a who’s who of Federal Way’s movers and shakers, including incumbent Mayor Skip Priest. Burbidge can probably raise whatever amount of money she needs to run a good race. She has the advantage of being able to work at her council job full time and is an experienced campaigner. Burbidge is one of the most knowledgeable council members and is known regionally for her work on transportation issues. Her theme is “experience counts.” She is a moderate, and even those who might disagree with her describe her as a genuinely nice person. John Fairbanks is making his first run for public office. He owns a small manufacturing business, which limits his campaign time to some degree. He received a “good” rating from the Municipal League. He is backed by a lot of friends and family. Raising money will be more of a challenge, so he will do more targeting of key voters. He leans conservative, is affable and sincerely wants to make an impact on the community. Even he acknowledges that running against Burbidge is an uphill battle, but feels the voters deserve a choice.

School board’s endorsement of mayor is unethical

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I am extremely disappointed with the actions of the Federal Way School Board with its not-so-subtle endorsement for the incumbent mayor of Federal Way. The school board is stepping way out of its scope as to why the citizens of Federal Way voted you in office. Your purpose as a school board member is to promote the policy that you portrayed to your constituents when seeking their vote; hire and fire superintendents; and make certain every student gets an equal and fair opportunity for the best education possible.

You waited three years to root out this endorsement. You easily could have waited eight more weeks until after the mayoral election to make this a legitimate recognition. Instead, you chose to make it right before an important mayoral election. It’s unethical, and the board should be censured for its actions. Stick to educating the students of Federal Way and not to manipulating the vote for mayor of Federal Way.

Bob Roegner

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During the course of 2013, more than 1,100 new apartments have been announced in Federal Way. Many of these units have been designated as “low to moderate income.” According to the 2010 census, the construction of these apartments will increase the total number of rental units in Federal Way by approximately 8 percent. While three of the four apartment projects have seemingly gone under the radar, the most recent project — announced for the old school transportation center on South 320th Street — has drawn strong opposition. Since before our fair city was formed, Federal Way citizens, or at least the vocal minority, have always been opposed to the construction of apartment buildings. The opposition is especially strong when it comes to low- to moderate-income apartments. This comes as no surprise when one takes a quick look at the higher crime rates and poorer school performance in lower income neighborhoods. Is our opposition to apartments just another case of NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard)? Or should Federal Way pass ordinances to block construction of anything other than high-end condos, thus sending the lowly apartment dwellers elsewhere? Despite cries of injustice by the self-anointed ruling class (e.g. vocal homeowners), apartment buildings have the right to locate anywhere that proper zoning exists. In my mind, the bigger issue is: Why are so many apartments being built in Federal Way? Is the perception of our city so poor that the only thing investors are willing to build here is low- to middle-income housing? Maybe investors’ perception is that while our community pays lip service to business and economic development, few people seem to walk the talk. Maybe investors perceive that our economic development plan consists of a movie on the city’s website that features businesses that have long since left Federal Way, or that we are only interested in grandiose projects such as the Crystal Place or Performing Arts and Conference Center (PACC). Maybe investors have heard that despite Federal Way having been approved to participate in the EB5 foreign investment program, several members of the city council are strongly opposed to any such projects. The reality is that investors are simply trying to meet the market’s demand. It seems the only thing currently in demand in Federal Way is apartment buildings. [ more JARVIS, page 5 ]

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Neil Goldingay, unincorporated King County

PACC is a catalyst for other opportunities The primary results are in and I extend my gratitude to the individuals who put their names on the ballot and are willing to represent, campaign and if elected serve. Of the Federal Way City Council primary candidates moving on to the November election, one unequivocally says the Performing Arts and Conference Center (PACC) is worth the risk. The other three candidates expressed their

support, but with qualifiers. Not as much leadership as I would like, but at the moment a maybe is better than a no. To the citizens who express an anti-PACC mentality, my question to you is what do you fear? Are you afraid it might fail? Are you concerned that your taxes may increase? Or are you one of those who believe when government tries to serve the greater good of the community it is an overreach? Do you fear that it might become a valued part of this community? I am a supporter of the PACC. In terms of economic development, it is an effort designed to alter the course of a stressed part of this city’s central core. [ more LETTERS, page 5 ]

www.federalwaymirror.com [ LETTERS from page 4] Is it a game changer? The answer is no, but it is a catalyst for other opportunities. It will get used, dynamically improve the central core and become a quality of life resource appreciated by the community. Positive impressions of city venues help brand a city, and this will be a facility that builds a presence for Federal Way. We need to recognize the PACC is a major step forward. With the PACC in place, the city can focus its efforts on other improvements to improve and build a business and retail core that has energy. Collaborating with property owners and developers becomes easier when the city operates as a partner who has skin in the game. It takes investment to attract investment. Quality attracts quality. If the effort to build the PACC fails, Federal Way will be left without an essential community resource. Then what? What does Federal Way have to offer as an attractor for future development? What can our elected leaders offer to our citizens as an anchor resource and vision to move this city forward? At the moment, there are several stressed and vacant properties in the vicinity of the PACC’s proposed

Federal Way, but it would site generating minimal also have a very negative tax revenue. When there impact for several neighis no investment, there is borhoods on the back side. less growth. A stagnant or These are single family shrinking tax base generhomes and are part of some ally means more taxes are of Federal Way’s original required from residents to neighborhoods. We do not maintain services. want some 6-story buildBuild the PACC, change ings to ruin the atmothe city’s direction sphere, character, or to positive and momentum in FedFEDERAL WAY safety of our area. We voted to beeral Way’s favor will come a city partially begin. Just rememto avoid the buildber that economic ing of so many large development is a slow process, but with the PACC apartment complexes, so I don’t understand why the as a catalyst, we will look council thinks it would be back 10 years from now and wonder why we did not fine to allow them now. If there really is a need, then build it sooner. the more appropriate place Keith Livingston, to build would be on Pacific Federal Way Highway, not right next to our neighborhood. Maybe the old Top Foods property is available? I can understand the school district and city I am writing to strongly wanting to do something oppose the huge apartment with the space vacated by complex suggested for the the bus garage, but it would former school district bus be more suitable to allow garage property on S. 320th buildings of a much smaller Street. scale that would fit in with This was written up the surrounding existing recently in the Federal Way buildings. Mirror, but I have not seen Perhaps it could be a any notice of a public meet- nice location for a cluster ing, nor have I seen a sign of cottage-like housing for posted on the property that a retirement community. announces such a meeting. Think how convenient that An apartment complex would be with Safeway this large would not only be close by, as well as the the wrong project for the newly remodeled library. most congested street in Or maybe it could be an

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[ ROEGNER from page 4] not receive funding. This issue is likely to dominate campaign debates. But there are other differences. Fairbanks is critical of the mayor for not submitting for a federal COPS grant to add additional police officers a couple of years ago. He also is critical of the city permit process. Burbidge says the city will submit an application this year for a COPS grant. Fairbanks also says in the wake of the Pinewood murders that not enough is being done about mental health programs, and he feels the city

should increase its funding. Burbidge responds that Federal Way’s domestic violence isn’t any higher than other cities, and the city is already funding some community-based programs. Both will follow traditional campaign approaches, but Fairbanks has gotten creative. He has signs in both Korean and Russian. Through a donation, he has the use of a privately owned bus that displays local campaign signs. Burbidge is the front-runner due to her high name identification, which should be helped by the low voter turnout. With no national or state-

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excellent location for a local campus of Highline Community College or even the University of Washington. It would be easy for people to find, and it would not be nearly as invasive to surrounding neighborhoods. I look forward to a scheduled public meeting where our questions can be asked and our concerns and suggestions expressed.

Lee Moen, Federal Way

Editor’s note: According to a city spokesman, “the proposal for the High Point project is being reviewed under a typical land use approval process, as the City Comprehensive Plan identifies this area as appropriate for this type of development — a mixed-use development in the City Center Frame district. … The land use notice was published in The Mirror, provided by mail to adjacent properties, and posted on-site.” The public comment period ended Sept. 16. The public may submit comments to senior planner Matt Herrera at matt.herrera@cityoffederalway.com or call (253) 835-2863.

September 20, 2013 [5] with current and prospec[ JARVIS from page 4] Regardless of the reasons, real or perceived, I can only hope that 1,100 new apartments will serve as a wakeup call to the citizens of our fair city. While it is likely too late to stop the currently announced 1,100 new apartments, it’s not too late to stop the next 1,100 units. To create real economic development in Federal Way, we need community leaders (and not just at City Hall) who are willing to stop chasing sexy pipe dream projects, and are instead willing to focus on attracting and retaining employers of all sizes. As any successful business person knows, the thing that matters most is seeing the people. Our community leaders need to stop waiting for the phone to ring, and instead go out to meet

wide races to draw voters, turnout is likely to be 20-25 percent. Priest and Ferrell head the ballot and could influence the council races down the ballot. And their race could be influenced by PACC voters. Priest supports the PACC and Ferrell is opposed to the PACC. Which voters will show up — proPACC or anti-PACC? Public safety and economic development could play a role as well. But watch the PACC voters.

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tive employers. Create a list of dream employers and call or meet with them to see what it would take for them to move to Federal Way. In addition to guiding general policy, it would also provide valuable insight on specific projects such as the PACC, Crystal Palace or a downtown park. Either way, we are at a crossroads. If we as a city stay on the current path, we will continue to see our city overrun with apartments. This will further strain our social systems while putting downward pressure on our commercial vacancy rates, both of which will discourage businesses from locating in Federal Way.

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Q&A with Mr. Federal Way: 9/11 memorial, Diamond Jim’s Q: Whatever happened to the steel beam that the firefighters brought back from World Trade Center in New York City? I thought it was supposed to be installed by now at the fire station on 320th Street near Military Road? I donated money to help with that project. Did they receive enough donations to get it installed, or do they still need more money? I was really looking forward to that being erected there. A: The steel beam from the World Trade Center, along with a rock from the plane crash site in Pennsylvania, are still slated to be centerpieces of a future memorial at South King Fire and Rescue Station 64. It’s just taking a little longer than expected to put it together.

The memorial was originally scheduled to open this year, but Mr. Federal Way has learned (by reading the Federal Way Mirror) that construction was delayed due to funding and changes in design. According to the fire department, the anticipated opening day will be Sept. 11, 2014. The whole 9/11 memorial coming to Federal Way is a pretty cool story. On the 10-year anniversary, firefighters Scott Mahlen and Sven Schievink drove from Federal Way to New York to retrieve the steel beam that came down with the twin towers. Like everybody else, Mr. Federal Way cannot believe that it’s been 12 years since that fateful day. It seems like yesterday that everyone was glued in front of the

television in horror when the towers came down. The memorial will be another link between Federal Way and 9/11. The Federal Way School Board named its newest high school, Todd Beamer, after the passenger on United Airlines Flight 93 who led a revolt against the hijackers in Pennsylvania. Todd Beamer High School opened in 2003. The 9/11 memorial in Federal Way is expected to cost about $25,000. Those who wish to donate may call (253) 946-7240 or email gordon.olson@southkingfire.org. Any extra proceeds will go toward 9/11 victim funds. Q: Recently, I noticed that Diamond Jim’s Restaurant has a “sorry we closed” sign on the door. Do you have any information about this? Is this a temporary closure? A: As far as Mr. Federal Way can tell, the restaurant near The Commons mall is

closed for good. Which is a shame. The place, which was open for decades at 1616 S. 325th St., closed about a week ago, according to Mr. Federal Way’s intel. A call to Diamond Jim’s phone number by Mr. Federal Way yielded a full voicemail box. Mr. Federal Way remembers eating some pretty good and hearty breakfasts at Diamond Jim’s after a few nights of indulging in a few too many adult beverages while Mr. Federal Way was in his 20s. Mr. Federal Way remembers the taste of the omelets and hash browns at Diamond Jim’s, along with the smell of cigarette smoke. Good times. Q: My kid started middle school this year but, unlike elementary school, she can’t take the bus to school because we live within a mile of the school. This is kind of upsetting. What’s your opinion, Mr. Federal Way? A: Mr. Federal Way was

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Pacific Highway S. No agenda or RSVP necessary. Contact bbdineout@gmail.com or (253) 332-4126. Affordable Care Act: Free seminar for small business owners runs 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at Woodstone Credit Union, 1825 S. 316th St. Contact Jim Strehlow at jstrehlow@woodstonecu.org or (253) 925-6868. Centerstage Theatre: “The 39 Steps” runs Sept. 27 to Oct. 20 and presents a blend of Alfred Hitchcock, a juicy spy novel and Monty Python in a fast-paced whodunit. All shows are at the Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Road. For tickets, call (253) 661-1444 or visit centerstagetheatre.com. John Fairbanks: City council candidate will host a “political pub session” 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 27 at RJay’s Scoreboard, 1200 S. 324th St. Contact fairbanksFW@gmail.com. Belmor Park Community Garage Sale: Event runs Sept. 27-28 at 2101 S. 324th St. Proceeds help the park’s less fortunate residents. Hot dogs and chili available for lunch. Contact earlannhill@gmail. com or (253) 329-0804. Paper mache artist: Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection will host works by Dan Reeder through Sept. 29 on the Weyerhaeuser campus. Reeder is the preeminent paper mache artist in the United States whose majestic dragons and other fanciful creatures attest to the unlimited potential of this seemingly simple material. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (closed Monday). Free admission. Call (253) 924-5206. [ more CALENDAR page 9 ]

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www.federalwaymirror.com [ CALENDAR from page 8] Show Biz Kids and Teen Idols: FW Farmers Market Chili Cook-off: The market will host the annual Western Round-Up Chili Cook-off on Sept. 28. Federal Way police will battle South King Fire and Rescue firefighters for chili supremacy. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the event. Enjoy samples of chili, cornbread, salad, dessert and a drink. The market is located in the back parking lot of The Commons mall, S. 324th St. and Pacific Highway S., and is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays through October. Learn more online at federalwayfarmersmarket.com or call (253) 261-0207. Computer classes for seniors: The Federal Way Senior Center, 4016 352nd St. S., Auburn, hosts several classes that teach the basics of personal computers, including Windows and other programs. To learn more, contact Larry Malcom at lgmalcom@live.com or (253) 839-5418.

Holiday season signups will be accepted Sept. 30 to Oct. 4 for kids ages 3-18. Learn skills in singing, dancing and acting, with performances in mid-December. Cost is $10 per week. Visit www. joinshowbizkids.com or call Lauren at (206) 351-3754. Understanding Medicare and Benefit Changes: Seminar with buffet dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 30 at Foundation House, 32290 1st Ave. S., Federal Way. RSVP: Linda or Kimberlee, (253) 838-8823 or email lmorris2@ brookdaleliving.com. Jazz LIVE at Marine View: Free monthly all-ages concert features Portland-based saxophonist Patrick Lamb and his old school R&B soul at 5 p.m. Oct. 13 at Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Dr. NE, Tacoma. Visit marineviewpc.org. Dangers of sex trafficking: Awareness seminars are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 24-25.

Lunch and refreshments provided. Contact Brenda of the Federal Way Coalition Against Trafficking at brenda@fwcat.org for costs and info. Also visit www.fwcat.org. Yoga in the Garden: Program runs at noon Wednesdays at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, 2525 S. 336th St., Federal Way. Cost is $18 for the general public, and $14 for seniors, active military, Weyerhaeuser employees and garden members. The entire series can be purchased for a discounted price of $130 or $100, respectively. All fees include

admission to the garden. To learn more, visit http://rhodygarden. org/cms/yoga-in-the-garden or call (253) 838-4646 ext. 140. Tea tasting: Taste different kinds of tea, listen to music, and learn more about traditional tea tasting and gatherings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. the first Friday of each month (Oct. 4, Nov. 1 and Dec. 6). Hosted by Little Russia Bistro and Cafe, 34428 Pacific Highway S. (next to Secoma Lanes). Cost is $10. Contact (253) 566-5896. Harvest party and open house: Celebrate the re-launch of

Washington Elder Care with crafts, family photo booth, hot soup, legacy gifts and more from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 12 at 31919 6th Ave. S. Contact (253) 970-1900. Town Criers Toastmasters Club: Polish your public speaking and leadership skills at this weekly meeting, which runs 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Thursdays at Panera Bread restaurant, 2107 S. 320th St. Contact toastmaster2577@gmail. com or (253) 735-5749. Cabins: Come visit the newly restored historic David T. Denny Cabin and the John Barker Cabin at

West Hylebos Wetlands Park, 411 S. 348th St. The cabins are open the second Saturday of the month, May through October. Contact (253) 945-7842. Twin Lakes Elementary PTA 2013 Holiday Bazaar: Event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 16 at 4400 SW 320th St. Browse aisles filled with gifts designed by local artisans and crafters. Goodies available. Admission is two canned goods or $1 donation per person. Raffle tickets are $1 each. Visit http://twinlakesbazaar.weebly. com/index.html.

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boys and girls club enrolling for coed fall season soccer The Federal Way Boys and Girls Club is currently enrolling for the 2013 Coed Fall Season Soccer League. The deadline for early registration is Sept. 22. Late registration will be accepted on a space-available basis and registration can be done online fwbgc.org or in person at the Club. The cost is $50 for kindergarten through sixth grade, plus a $36 registration fee for club membership. The teams will be coed and formed from local elementary and middle schools. The season runs from Oct. 5-Nov. 15. Games are played in the surrounding Federal Way area schools. Games are on Saturdays only. Practice is on weeknights. For more information, contact Dolan Holt at (253) 681-6514 or email @ dholt@positiveplace. org

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Seattle all-pro cornerback comes to town and gives 125 kids school supplies and clothes through his foundation By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

Outside of Seattle, Richard Sherman is seen as just another loudmouth, me-first, spoiled rotten professional athlete. The Seahawks cornerback flaps his gums before games, during games and after games. All day, every day. And most of the “talk” centers on how good he is or how bad his opponent is. The talk makes Sherman look like a boastful jerk to a lot of football fans. He even danced with the cheerleaders Sunday after intercepting a pass during the Seahawks’ 29-3 destruction of the San Francisco 49ers. But people outside of Seattle don’t know the real Richard Sherman. They don’t know that he relishes the role of the villain on the football field. His talent as a cornerback is motivated by his non-stop trash-talk. And the motivation is working. Last year, Sherman led the Seahawks in interceptions (eight) and the NFL in passes defended (24). He received more votes for the All-Pro team than any defensive back in the league. But, for as much time as he spends running his mouth, Sherman spends even more times helping people not as fortunate as he is. That was more than evident Tuesday evening inside The Commons mall in Federal Way. Earlier this year, Sherman launched his own charitable nonprofit, Blanket Coverage — The Richard Sherman Family Foundation. Its mission is to level the playing field for schoolage children who have a strong combination of potential, goals and a desire to make the most of their education. Sherman and his foundation handed out school clothes and supplies Tuesday to children from the inner-city and those in foster care. The kids were dressed in a sea of blue and neon green. The only talking Sherman was doing inside

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman is known around the National Football League as a trash-talker. But the All-Pro is also a great success story, graduating from Stanford. He was in Federal Way on Tuesday. courtesy photo the mall was encouraging the so-called at-risk youth to use the school supplies he was giving them. He told every kid he greeted that the school supplies and clothes weren’t a “donation, but an investment in you as a person.” Sherman launched Blanket Coverage in July with The Richard Sherman Celebrity Softball Game at Tacoma’s Cheney Stadium. The game drew more than 7,000 people, who saw guys like

Russell Wilson, Earl Thomas, Golden Tate, Larry Fitzgerald and Terrell Owens, among others. The event raised more than $40,000. That charitable work continued Tuesday in Federal Way when Blanket Coverage, along with Macy’s and Poulsbo RV, handed out bags of school supplies and clothes. What became evident inside The Commons is [ more sherman page 12 ]

Five new members will be inducted Football: Gators and into Federal Way’s Athletic Hall of Fame Titans pick up first wins; FW dominates By CASEY OLSON

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The 2013 inductees into the Federal Way Public Schools Athletic Hall of Fame consist of five former coaches and one notable alumnus. This year’s inductees include coaches Lee Anderson, Rick Dennison, Bob France, Jean Licari and Pete Refling, who all left a lasting mark on the district’s middle and high school athletic programs. Quinn Gillis is this year’s Professional Achievement award winner. This award is given to a district graduate who is continuing to model

athletic excellence and leadership Todd Beamer High School. This certhrough a career in education and emony will be emceed by Jefferson coaching. graduate Kenny Mayne, a nationallyThe Federal Way Athletic known ESPN broadcaster. Hall of Fame honors district Another ceremony will be employees who have made held during the Beamer/ a significant impact on the Federal Way football game district’s athletic programs. on Oct. 11 at Federal Way The honorees represent the Memorial Stadium. finest in athletic administration, coaching and program Lee Anderson — Andevelopment, according to derson came to Sacajawea Jean Licari Greg Flynn, the district’s in 1968 after three years in athletic liaison. Eastern Washington. He This year’s inductees will be premoved to a new Kilo Junior High in sented during two events. The first 1969 and then on to Decatur as head will take place at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at [ more hall of fame page 13 ]

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The Decatur Gators used a frantic fourth-quarter comeback Thursday, Sept. 12, to pick up their first victory of the season. The Gators (1-1) downed the Renton Indians, 32-28, to even their record at Renton Memorial Stadium in a nonleague contest. Decatur got a huge game from running back Isaiah Diggs. The junior finished with five touchdowns, including a pair in the fourth quarter that helped the Gators overcome a 10-point deficit and get the win. [ more football page 11 ]

www.federalwaymirror.com [ football from page 10] After a scoreless first quarter, Diggs ran for a pair of 2-yard touchdowns in the second to give the Gators a 12-0 lead at the half. Diggs picked up his third touchdown in the third quarter to make the score 18-0, but Renton came roaring back with fourstraight touchdowns from running back Ernie Davis to take a 28-18 lead into the fourth quarter. But then Diggs took the game back into his hands, taking in a 1-yard rush for a touchdown and finally catching a 49-yard pass from junior quarterback Isaiah Hatch with just 50 seconds left in the game. Diggs then ran in the pointafter to put Decatur up 32-28 and time ran out on the Indians. The Gators host Battle Ground Saturday in another non-league contest at Federal Way Memorial Stadium. Beamer 26, Rogers 21 The Titans evened their record in the SPSL South with the win over the Rams Saturday at Federal Way Memorial Stadium. After falling behind 15-0 in the first half, Beamer (1-1)

scored all 26 of its points in the third and fourth quarters. The first Beamer score came on a 22-yard touchdown pass from Taylor Davis to Christian Stafford. The Titans travel to Spanaway Lake Friday night to take on the Sentinels. Federal Way 47, Emerald Ridge 13 The second-ranked Eagles (2-0) dominated the Emerald Ridge Jaguars Sept. 12 at Federal Way Memorial Stadium. Junior Chico McClatcher Chico McClatcher totaled 215 allpurpose yards for the Eagles and had three touchdowns. Keenan Curran McClatcher scored on runs of 56 and two of 16 yards. Federal Way also got two touchdown runs from senior quarterback Keenan

Curran. Senior Eric Ah Fua scored on a 67-yard fumble recovery and a 1-yard run. The win set up a huge SPSL South matchup Thursday night against the Graham-Kapowsin Eagles at Art Crate Stadium (after press time). Graham-Kapowsin was also 2-0 and the game was televised on Root Sports. Kentwood 25, Jefferson 7 The Raiders fell to 1-1 on the season with the SPSL North loss to the Conquerors last Friday night at Federal Way Memorial Stadium. KentTyrell Williams wood’s impressive defense limited TJ to just 62 total yards, including an eye-popping minus-53 rushing yards. Jefferson’s lone touchdown came with 1:29 left in the first half on a 20-yard pass to Tyrell Williams. The score cut the Kentwood lead to just 10-7. The Raiders will travel to French Field Thursday night to take on the KentMeridian Royals (after press time).

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him or not. You know he’s there. Sherman hails from the “mean” streets of Compton, Calif., a South Central Los Angeles suburb that was made famous by the rap group NWA and the movie “Boyz ‘n the Hood.” Compton is known more for drive-by shootings than honor society students. Sherman was the latter. He was a straight-A student at Compton’s Dominguez High School, graduating as the No. 2-ranked student in his class. He inked a national letter of intent to play football at the most prestigious academic institution west of the Mississippi — Stanford University — which is still one of the proudest moments of his life. “It was unbelievable,” Sherman told the Federal Way Mirror about signing with Stanford. “It was a great accomplishment for me and my family. It was a great symbol for people from where I’m from.” That’s what drives Sherman for both the Seahawks and Blanket Coverage. He loves bucking the trend. A kid who grows up in Compton isn’t supposed to graduate with a degree in communications from Stanford, and a fifth-round draft pick isn’t supposed to turn into the best corner-

Richard Sherman led the Seahawks in interceptions (eight) and the NFL in passes defended (24) last season. He received more votes for the All-Pro team than any defensive back in the league. courtesy photo back in the NFL. But that’s exactly what Sherman has done. He thanks his parents for instilling that workmanlike attitude of being the best at everything he does. His father, Kevin, rose daily at 4 a.m. to drive a garbage truck — and still does today. His mother, Beverly, works with disabled kids in the inner city and preaches the value of education. Kevin and Beverly Sherman developed his

attitude of giving back to the community, which the cornerback did Tuesday in Federal Way. “Where I’m from, the inner city, there are a lot of kids that have gone astray,” Sherman said. “The main reason they did that is they didn’t have the things they needed to succeed. Stuff like school supplies and school clothes. All they need is an opportunity. That’s what I’m trying to give them. … I just want to give back.”

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www.federalwaymirror.com [ hall of fame from page 10 ] basketball coach (1982-89). Rick Dennison — Dennison taught and coached at Decatur for 32 years, starting in 1978. Dennison’s boys soccer SPSL championship in 1980 was the first team championship in school history. He also coached three topfour finishers in the soccer state tournament. Dennison also coached cross country, golf, softball and boys swimming, winning the state title in 2005. Bob France — France taught social studies and sports medicine at Federal Way High School from 1984 to 2005. He also coached football, track and

Federal Way High School’s Gab Pelogi was the leading scorer in the district a season ago with 17 goals and six assists for the Eagles, who finished fourth in the SPSL South Division. casey olson, The Mirror

Girls soccer preview: Eagles look like the best in the city Beamer, Jefferson, Decatur should be much improved after getting a lot of valuable experience a season ago By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

For the first time in recent memory, no Federal Way school district girls soccer team really threatened for a South Puget Sound League divisional championship. But things should get better this season. The district returns a lot of talent and there is a strong group of incoming freshmen at Beamer, Jefferson, Federal Way and Decatur. The Eagles look to be the best of the bunch, just like they were last season. Federal Way finished 2012 with an 8-2-6 record in the SPSL South, which was good for fourth place, and return plenty of talent. The Eagles eventually lost to Camas at the West Central District Tournament, 2-1. Leading the list of returners is Gab Pelogi. Last season, as a sophomore, Pelogi led the Eagles in scoring with 17 goals and six assists. Pelogi continued her scoring barrage in Federal Way’s opening game this year by firing in a hat trick during a 5-0 win over Bethel. Also back for the Eagles are Sydney Slagg, Audrey Shin, Samantha Cheever and Kayla Peterson, among others. Slagg finished with six goals and four assists, and Shin tallied four goals and five assists. The Titans are hoping to rebound from last season. Beamer finished 6-7-3 a season ago and missed the postseason. That came after the Titans had won five SPSL South Division championships in the six previous seasons. “I think we will find our way back toward the top of the SPSL South,” said head coach Joel Lindberg. Beamer brings back talented forward

Megan Anderson, who finished last season with eight goals and four assists for the Titans. Returning are seniors Taylor Crace (defense) and goalkeeper Casey Woehrle. Also back are junior midfielder Chaise Cole and sophomores Tivonna Tinsley (defense) and Kacia Rogalla (defense/midfield). The defensive unit should be the strongest for Lindberg and the Titans. Beamer returns all of its defensive back line starters from a season ago. “We have a positive, hard-working mentality,” Lindberg said. “If we can play our style of game and mentally stay tough, we will be very good.” Leading the list of newcomers for the Titans will be talented freshman midfielder Ameera Hussen. Lindberg said Hussen will be a “great player to watch this year.” “We are a young team,” Lindberg said. “We can get frazzled under pressure.” It was an even tougher year for the Jefferson Raiders a season ago. The Raiders finished just 2-13-1 in the rugged SPSL North Division. But, like Beamer, Jefferson returns several players from last year. Back for head coach Lauren Gehring are seniors Kaitlyn Harris (defense) and Kendra Wallace (goalkeeper), juniors Chentay Warnes (forward), Katelyn Bird (defense) and Katie Coronado (midfield/forward), along with sophomore Cassidy Lane (midfield/defense). “We are a young team full of spirit and talent,” Gehring said. “If we are able to come together, we will be a very successful team.” The Raiders also will feature three talented freshmen in Makaylie Moore, Kiersten Madsen and Jasmine Pleasants. Moore, a forward, might be the best of the bunch, according to Gehring. “She is an amazing player,” she said. “She will be fun to watch.” Decatur should also be improved from a season ago. The Gators finished with just two wins in the SPSL 3A Division, but bring back numerous players, including seniors Ericka Budinich and Sierra Shugarts.

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served as athletic director. France developed a student-based athletic training program covering all sports at FWHS. This program became a model for schools throughout the nation and was awarded the “Best of the Best” award in 2000 and 2002. Jean Licari — Licari, who died of cancer last year, started her teaching career at Federal Way High School in 1991. Licari became head girls track coach in 1997. She quickly became one of the most decorated girls track coaches in the decade by earning SPSL championships in 1999, 2000 and

2001. She was selected SPSL coach of the year three times and was also head cross country coach and one of the premier pole vault coaches in the state. Pete Refling — Refling coached basketball and baseball at Lakota and Kilo for three decades starting in 1970. He also was Kilo’s athletic director. Refling had a huge impact on developing young athletes who carried his winning attitude on to high school. In 1974, Refling originated the district’s junior high basketball substitution rule that guaranteed game participation for all team members.

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Briefs: FWFC Blue win Mt. Hood title By CASEY OLSON sports@fedwaymirror.com

The Federal Way Football Club (FWFC) ‘01 Blue boys soccer team won the Mount Hood Challenge championship recently in Portland, Ore. The team includes Mark Cruz, Oscar Rojas, Conner Prenovost, Jack Landreth, Usbaldo Estrada, Tyler Yoon, Ben Scarsella, Blake Stafford, Eason Lane, Jake Sanchez, Tiler Jennings, Griffin Johnson, Jared Tran, Kai Sorenson and Sean Kelly. The team is coached by Josh Hauck.

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Federal Way — The Eagles moved to 2-0-0 in the SPSL South with a 2-1 win over Graham-Kapowsin Tuesday. Federal Way got goals from Jenessa Ho in the 39th minute and Gab Pelogi in the 55th. Beamer — The Titans (11-1) scored a 3-1 win over Bethel Tuesday. Beamer got goals from Maya Zaldivar, Ameera Hussen and Jourdin Hering.

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www.federalwaymirror.com [ briefs from page 14] moved to 2-0 with a nonleague win over Jefferson Tuesday, 25-14, 25-7, 25-17. Beamer got eight kills and two blocks from Reed Copeland, seven kills and six aces from Megan Huff and six kills from Nia Alexander. Federal Way — The Eagles downed the Auburn Trojans Tuesday in a non-league contest, 25-16, 17-25, 25-20, 26-24. Federal Way got 12 kills and 20 digs from Aya Bispham, 22 digs and four aces from Brittany Crawford, 24 assists from Vai Ili and 19 digs from Mana Taumoepeau.

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Todd Beamer 4, Federal Way 1 (Tuesday) Singles — Yun Lee, FW, beat Andy Lee, 6-2, 6-3; Charlie Wong, TB, beat Quentin Stickler, 6-0, 6-1. Doubles — Ben ArataMax Dalrymple, TB, Luke Newman-Jon Scott, 6-4, 6-4; Sam Yi-Zach Nunez, TB, beat Sam Ward-Thomas Hayashi, 6-1, 6-1; Michael Lee-Tanapon Phoumkeo, TB, beat Jay Choi-Manny Ortiz, 7-6, 6-1.

Auburn 2 (Tuesday) Singles — Alex Chan, TJ, beat Peter Kravchuk, 6-0, 6-0; Vlad Emerlick, A, beat Justin Park 5-7, 7-6 (3), 12-10. Doubles — Avenir Kravchuk-Bryan Thronquist, A, beat Zach MartinAlex Papke, 6-4, 6-2; Vivek Ramanujan-Hakeem Clark, TJ, beat Peter Yoon-Josh Collero, 6-0, 6-1; Donavon Gomez-Michael Ziccarelli, TJ, beat Trey Wilson-Ben Shaver, 6-3, 6-2. At Auburn GC (par 35) Team scores — Auburn 23 points, Federal Way 14. (Tuesday) Individuals — 1, Emily Moren, A, 50 strokes; 2, Kendra Hawkins, A, 53; 3, Rebecca Jury, FW, 57;

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At Twin Lakes GC (par 36) Team scores — Enumclaw 69 points, Decatur 60 (Tuesday) Individuals — 1, Celia Beyke, D, 37 strokes; 2, Maddie Pillo, E, 39; 3, Kadyn Eldridge, E, 51; 4, Faith Hardersen, E, 52; 5, Kyla Harrington, D, 55.

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regular admonition, come from the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 42.17. The most relevant part of the and questionable. Everybody in this code appears to be the subsection community knows there’s an election titled “Use of public office or agency in this community for mayor. I think it’s questionable and it’s clearly a use of facilities in campaigns.” The RCW says that “no elective public resources.” official nor any employee School Board Presiof his or her office nor any dent Tony Moore said the “It seems suspect person appointed to or recognition was not a case to me that the employed by any public of political gamesmanship, school district would office or agency, may use but rather a recognition of recognize Mayor or authorize the use of any the work Priest did in the Priest for his work of the facilities of a public as a legislator now, past in Olympia. “We recognized the may- during his re-election office or agency, directly or indirectly, for the purpose or’s contribution to educa- campaign.” of assisting a campaign for tion, which is very long Lori Anderson, Public and distinguished,” Moore Disclosure Commission (PDC) election of any person to any office or for the prosaid. “For the first time in motion of or opposition to my tenure and in 10 years, any ballot proposition.” because of the work ‘RepThe RCW further defines the rule resentative Priest’ did, we actually got by stating “facilities of a public office money to restore all-day kindergarten or agency include, but are not limited and eliminate student and family fees. to, use of stationery, postage machines Our system was strengthened for the and equipment, use of employees of first time because of the seeds planted by Priest. We wanted to recognize that the office or agency during working hours, vehicles, office space, publihis service has been exemplary, and cations of the office or agency, and unfortunately, it wasn’t until this year clientele lists of persons served by the that his work bore fruit.” office or agency.” Moore said he hopes the board’s In an email to The Mirror, Lori recognition of Priest will motivate and Anderson of the Public Disclosure inspire Federal Way’s representatives Commission (PDC) offered a perspecin Olympia going forward. tive on the RCW’s interpretation and “We’re hoping…to inspire those recognition of Priest. She said there’s a who currently serve in the Legislature gray area with this law, and there is no to do the same as well,” he said. precedent for comparison. NevertheFerrell’s objection, and the city’s

less, she said the school board’s action seems “suspect.” “I don’t think it’s an endorsement by the school district. A government agency doesn’t have to be making an endorsement, though, to run afoul of the law that prohibits an agency from using tax dollars to support or oppose candidates or ballot measures,” she wrote, referring to RCW 42.17A.555. “It seems suspect to me that the school district would recognize Mayor Priest for his work as a legislator now, during his re-election campaign, since it has been three years since he was a legislator.”

FYI: Mayor candidates • Ferrell has been on the council since 2003, and was Priest’s challenger in the last mayoral election in 2010. He currently works as a senior deputy prosecutor for the King County Prosecutor Office. Priest is the city’s first “strong mayor,” following a reorganization of city government away from a “city manager” form in 2009. Before that, Priest served in the state Legislature from 2003-10, and has been involved in the city government since Federal Way was incorporated in 1990. • The city attorney recently apologized for improperly citing RCW 42.17 to block a Federal Way resident from commenting during a city council meeting about an investigation of the mayor.

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35 foreign countries, he said. The collection’s well-marked location off I-5 is another reason why he thinks people stop by to appreciate this ancient Japanese art form. “When I go home at the end of the day, I do bonsai. It’s my hobby,” said De Groot, who still gets a kick out of seeing delighted visitors. “There aren’t too many jobs where you get 100 percent positive feedback.”

Check it out Following a year-long closure due to economic reasons, the Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection re-opened to the public in the summer of 2010. The collection is open weekly Tuesdays through Sundays (closed Mondays) year-round on the Weyerhaeuser campus, 2525 S. 336th St., Federal Way. Operating hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Learn more at www. weyerhaeuser.com/Company/Bonsai.

Women’s Club of FW: New officers

New officers for 2013-2014 have been installed by the Women’s Club of Federal Way. This organization was established 40 years ago to promote an active interest in the civic welfare of the community and to undertake charitable and humanitarian projects within the community. The club holds monthly meetings on the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Marie Andersen at (253) 839-7937. Pictured left to right: Charlet Dalbec, Treasurer; Mary Alderman, Secretary; Bonnie Komar, 2nd Vice President; Diana Stewart, 2nd Vice President; Maxine Nicholaus, 1st Vice President; Judy Hutchinson, President. PHOTO COURTESY OF MARIE ANDERSEN

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Steel Lake’s playground renovation needs money

Centerstage Theatre presents ‘The 39 Steps’

spinner. Ikerd noted that the city is set to begin receiving bids on the project this month and into next. If the timeline continues uninterrupted, Ikerd anticipates that the renovation could begin in November and be finished by April 2014. Those interested in donating to the project or learning more about its general scope can contact Steve Ikerd at (253) 8356911 or Jason Gerwen at (253) 835-6962.

Seattle also offers some unique theatrical opportunities, such as the annual Centerstage pantomime, a British tradition brought over by artistic director Alan By Jonathon Collis, Special to The Mirror Bryce. Last year, during “Cinderella,” Mr. Gratton played Buttons, Cinderella’s best Ask anyone who’s ever had to move friend. Despite the energy required to cities, and they’ll tell you it’s a nightmare. keep up with the holiday schedule, “The Talk to someone who’s done it repeatedly Panto was an absolute pleasure from as an adult, and they’ll reply with beginning to end. The cast and stories about lacking furniture, musicians were phenomenal and endless purging and packing, and the audience came to play. I’d grinding boredom. Mention it to happily work on the Panto again, an actor, and they’ll shrug and say anytime.” that it’s life as usual. And now, after coming off of For Erik Gratton, currently another exciting Seattle tradition, starring in Centerstage Theatre’s the Village Theatre’s Festival of new production of “The 39 Steps,” Erik Gratton New Musicals, Mr. Gratton is at it’s all part of a colorful past. A it again, re-joining the team at native of Kansas City and graduate from Wayne State University, Gratton’s Centerstage for the first show of the 20132014 season, “The 39 Steps.” past resembled that of most actors. Comically adapted from the classic “I was shuttling back and forth between Alfred Hitchcock film, the stage version New York City and Los Angeles,” he said. uses a mere four actors to bring the film “I loved each one in my twenties, really to life, chase scenes and all. Having been enjoyed the speed of NYC and the laidproduced all around the world, including back desperate vibe of Hollywood.” For 10 years, he lived the busy back and a smash hit run in London’s West End, where the show is still running strong forth of a jobbing actor, hopping from after seven years, “The 39 Steps” now film and TV shoots to theatre festivals and Christmas shows, punctuated by runs makes a globetrotting stop in Seattle.

• Safeway locations at 2109 SW 336th St., 28810 Military Rd. S., and 1207 S. 320th St. • Wal-Mart locations at 1900 S. 314th St. and 35420 16th Ave. S. • Albertson’s at 31009 Pacific Highway S. will have a donation barrel Sept. 20-26. Last year, the Federal Way Food Bank served 4,189 households (representing 16,065 people) with more than 1 million pounds of food, according to the MultiService Center. The food bank is located at 1200 S. 336th St. Call (253) 838-6810 or visit www.multi-servicecenter.com.

“The 39 Steps” opens Friday, Sept. 27, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 20, at the Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Road. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Buy tickets at centerstagetheatre. com or call (253) 661-1444. This is artistic director Alan Bryce’s 10th year at the helm of Centerstage, and in recognition of that, he’ll give a brief talk about each show 45 minutes before every performance, giving the audience a unique perspective on the production.

By GREG ALLMAIN gallmain@fedwaymirror.com

The efforts to renovate the “Family Funland” playground structure at Steel Lake Park have moved forward, but the project is $68,000 short. Federal Way’s parks and facilities manager Steve Ikerd gave a special presentation to members of various service clubs in Federal Way outlining the project’s goals and costs. According to Ikerd, the total cost is projected at $361,000. The city has reserves of $292,232 for the project, leading to the need for community support. Dave Berger, a member of Federal Way Rotary and

The playground at Steel Lake Park needs $68,000 for a proposed renovation project. Read more at federalwaymirror.com. Courtesy Photo the city’s parks commission, said that an additional $9,000 had been promised in a grant from the Rotary district, aimed at purchasing the Ability Whirl, a ride for wheelchair users. Berger also pointed out that according to Federal Way Public Schools, there are currently about 2,000 students in the district with either a mental or physical handicap, which underscores the need for the inclusion of the features like the Ability Whirl and Omni

City food drive is Sept. 28 From staff reports

The annual Mayor’s Day of Concern for the Hungry will collect food from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at several locations in Federal Way. The city is partnering with the Multi-Service Center’s Federal Way Food Bank and the Emergency Feeding Program of Seattle-King County. Last year’s effort yielded 9,773 pounds of food. Participating grocery stores include:

in New York. Despite the busy schedule, though, “neither city was a comfortable home, they were just ‘where the auditions are.’ In my mid-thirties I found myself wanting to find someplace to build a future.” That future, it turned out, would be waiting in Seattle. “Honestly it wasn’t even on my radar until I visited while on tour. I used to work a couple of months a year as a roadie chef for rock tours,” he said. “On a day off here I met my girlfriend. After a few months of long-distance romance, I visited Seattle and never went back.”

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