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If you’ve wondered what the best way is to “Get Jesse,” King 5 New’s tenacious consumer reporter, Jesse Jones, here’s a hint: driver, putter and barbecued salmon dinner. The combi- Jesse Jones nation seems to work well for the San Juan Celebrity Golf Classic. For the second year in a row, Jones will be on hand and competing along with two dozen other Pacific Northwest celebrities, and local golfers, for bragging rights, or to escape Jason Gesser with dignity in tact, as part of the 28th Annual Islanders Bank San Juan Celebrity Golf Classic, May 30-31, at San Juan Golf & Country Club. The Classic, San Juan Island’s See CLASSIC, Page 5

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Leader of the pack, former Army pilot, William Wallace, middle, who celebrated his 94th birthday, May 19, along with son Gary, left, grandson Mark, right and daughter Krista, above, center, holds a replica of the first plane he flew.

Building castles in the sky One man’s determination sets a course that others will follow By Scott Rasmussen Journal editor

Call it luck. Call it fate. Call it being in the right place at the wrong time. In any event, William Wallace is not among the hundreds of thousands of U.S. military men, and women, that we pay tribute to on Memorial Day, those who died in the line of duty. But just barely. The former Army pilot and decorated WWII veteran celebrated birthday No. 94 exactly one week before Memorial Day, on May 19, in the company of his children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, only because he managed to survive being shot down not just once, but twice, and lived to tell about it. He doesn’t spend much time thinking about it nowadays.

“Like everything else, the military National Mohas nument Est. 2 its ups and 013 downs,” Wallace said. “I’ve got a knack for putting things I don’t like out of my mind, so I don’t have many downs.” As harrowing as those deathdefying combat missions must have been (he crashed during a training flight back in the states as well), Wallace’s life is more than a survival story. It’s a tale of determination, of overcoming the odds to fulfill a dream, and of blazing a trail that the next generation, See SKY, Page 4

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The county council heard from impassioned supporters of the farmland conservation program during its regular meeting on Orcas last week. “I used to think this program was for wealthy landowners who wanted a tax break,” said audience member Bob Gamble, who also serves on the planning commission. “But I’ve seen the people who come through on these applications, and they are long-time farm owners. I’ve changed my opinion.” The public hearing was for an See BREAKS, Page 5

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Edith Elizabeth (Wadsworth) Schwendeman: 1917-2014 Edith Elizabeth (Wadsworth) Schwendeman, 96 of Lopez Island, Wash., passed away peacefully May 21, 2014, at Mt. Baker Care Center in Bellingham, Wash., where she had resided for just over one year. The sole surviving child of John and Annie Wadsworth, who were from England, she was born on Oct. 3, 1917, in Schiller Park, Ill. Edith married Harold R. Schwendeman (deceased 2/8/95) on Aug. 10, 1940, and they resided in Franklin Park, Ill., until retiring to Lopez Island, Wash. in 1974. As many of her Lopez friends know, Edith was

a very accomplished lapidary (cutting & polishing stones) as well as goldsmith and silversmith, and in younger days, received many awards for her hand made jewelry. She was also one of the original founding members of the Lopez Island Enchanted Quilters and hand-quilted 17 quilts. In the last few years arthritis had prevented Edith from continuing her hobbies. Survivors include; one son, Harold (Ray) and daughter-in-law Kathleen (Kathy) Schwendeman of Sumner, Wash., and four grandsons, Thomas (Kirsten) Schwendeman and family of Clayton, Wis., Craig (Kristy) Schwendeman and family of Sumner, Wash., Daniel Journal of the San Juan Islands obituary policy: (Naoko) Schwendeman and family of The price is $13.05 per column inch, photos encouraged. Farmington, Utah, and Eric (Wendy) Submit obituaries to “Contact Us” at www.sanjuanjournal. Schwendeman and family of St. Croix com, Frances Bacon at fbacon@sanjuanjournal.com; or by Falls, Wis. mail to, The Journal of the San Juan Islands, 640 Mullis, Edith is also the great-grandmother Friday Harbor, WA 98250. of 16 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. (Whew!)

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Mary Lynn Jackson Oettinger, age 59, of Friday Harbor, Wash., passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, May 12, 2014, following an extended illness. Mary Lynn was born on Sept. 15, 1954, in Rockmart, Ga., daughter of the late Marilyn Jordan Jackson and the late Ralph Olin Jackson, Jr. She was a graduate of Henderson High School and Oglethorpe University, and was of the Lutheran faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Christopher Guy Oettinger; brother, Guy Jordan Jackson; grandparents, Guy Wilfred and Essie Hudgins Jordan, and Ralph Olin and Isabelle Neel Jackson.

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in the church hall. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Anacortes, Wash., and the San Juan Islands. To share memories of Edith, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com.

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Graveside services will be held on Friday, May 30, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. at Lopez Union Cemetery, 312 Davis Bay Road, followed by a memorial service at 1:30 p.m. at Lopez Island Community Church, at 91 Lopez Road, officiated by Pastor Jeff Smith, and followed by a reception

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Survivors include her son, Alex Gaines Oettinger; life partner, Shannon Doherty; brothers, Ralph Olin Jackson, III and his wife, Judy, and David Anderson Jackson and his wife, Judi; sister, Patricia Jackson Hughes and her husband, Jimmy; aunt, Patricia Jordan Nixon; and many nieces and nephews. Mary left this life with the same poise, grace, courage, and dignity that she lived it. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Anacortes, Wash. and the San Juan Islands. To share memories of Mary Lynn, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com. — Family of Mary Oettinger

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Do you love animals but don’t have the time or funds for a full-time pet? If so, fostering may be for you. Crowded shelters on the mainland are always in need of foster parents, and the islands’ facilities are no different. “If folks feel like they can’t adopt a dog or cat because they travel frequently or are only part-time residents, then fostering can be a great solution,” said Orcas Animal Shelter Director Marsha Waunch. “They can enjoy a pet for the time they have available.” Shelters can be high stress environments for animals – strangers coming to visit and being in a kennel can cause anxiety. One solution is placing the cat or dog in a temporary home until a permanent adopter comes forward. “We have a foster mother who is really into helping out the old dogs,” said Friday Harbor Animal Shelter Director Leslie Byron. “She keeps them all the way until the end if she can.” The local shelters provide food and medical care for pets placed in foster families. If a potential adopter is interested in seeing the animal, they can either visit the home or make an arrangement to meet at the shelter. “Some foster families end up keeping the dog or cat,” Byron said. “They become part of the family.” In Friday Harbor, there is a particular need for people willing to care for new born kittens, which means bottle feeding them until they are ready to live full-time at the

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shelter. The Lopez Animal Protection Society, which doesn’t have a facility, relies entirely on foster volunteers. The nonprofit seldom receives dogs but has a high number of cat surrenders. “We have a need – not as great as the other islands – but we do need foster homes,” said Director Joyce Myhr.

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him, he may never have ended up in the cockpit. And, although his ambition of becoming a fighter pilot never materialized, he did end up piloting cargo planes in the European and the Pacific theater throughout the second half of the war. “Being alive, that’s not so simple,” Wallace said. “Being up in the air, that’s freedom.” Following the war, Wallace became an aeronautical engineer, worked for companies such as Boeing and Northrop, and later a technical aviation writer with McGraw Hill. It was at an international aerospace convention in the ‘60s that he unexpectedly met the Luftwaffe pilot that shot down his cargo plane. “It was very cordial,” Wallace recalls of the conversation between the two. Wallace moved from Bellingham to southern California shortly after the war, with his wife at the time, returned to Everett 25 years later, and then to San Juan Island seven years ago to be closer to his daughter, Krista, and grandson Richard and his family. Although it’s something they share, the men of the family rarely sit down and swap stories of their military service. That’s mostly because the experiences of each and the type of war and conflict they saw tend to be too different for much common ground, Gary Wallace said. “Our wars were all different,” he said. “(William’s) was one of necessity. Mine was, well, a big mistake. Our experiences were all too different, all too personal. We don’t really talk about it all that much.” And yet, perhaps that common ground may just be up in the air. “They all love planes,” Krista said.

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and the next, would follow. Inspired by his father, Gary Wallace, a Vietnam War veteran and retired U.S. Marine, would learn to fly. Likewise, Wallace’s grandsons, Richard and Mark Mattox, became hooked on aviation at an early age and would learn to fly as well, and still do, professionally. A graduate of the Annapolis naval academy, Mark Mattox soloed for the first time, at the age of 16, at Boeing Field. He went on to fly F-18 fighter jets on patrol over Iraq after Desert Storm and over Afghanistan after the Sept. 11, terrorists attacks. As a fighter pilot, Mattox achieved something that his grandfather was denied, which, to this day, does not sit well with him. “He had a tough time going through flight school just because of the way he looked,” said the 40-year-old Navy pilot, who lives in San Diego and now flies for Delta. Badly burned at his Bellingham home at the age of four, William Wallace’s face was permanently scarred when fire broke out in the family’s wood-stove. Still, like many kids of his day he dreamed of becoming a fighter pilot and, inspired by an uncle, a navy pilot, he went to enlist in the navy, but quickly found out that he didn’t “look the part.” “They turned me down because of my scars,” he recalls. So, in pursuit of his dream, he enlisted in the army instead. But he found resistance there as well and, had it not been for one particular officer, one who recognized Wallace’s determination and courage, and went to bat for

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Breaks: Continued from page 1 ordinance to change farmland conservation rules so that current-use tax assessment benefits can be extended to more properties for longer periods of time. After listening to testimony, the council voted to continue the hearing on June 3 in Friday Harbor. Land used for farming can receive reduction of tax assessments below “fair market value” if the farmer meets certain criteria for profitable farming under state law. Land not used for actual farming for a period of time can receive reduced assessments from the county council if the owner meets certain criteria set by county law. It is this law that is the subject of the proposed new ordinance. Under the county law, the land must either be returned to active farming within 10 years or the owner must enter into a conservation easement prohibiting development inconsistent with agricultural use. The proposed change would extend the time limit for returning the land to active

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Continued from page 3 Edith Edwards purchased a farm on Lopez Island after her retirement and has taken in a host of unwanted animals, including a horse, a pony, three sheep, a rooster, hens, cats and dogs. “Fostering is wonderful if one has the space – they have a safe place, even if it’s temporarily,” Edwards said. “It is so needed because on Lopez we don’t have a facility. I hope more people both foster and adopt – there are so many animals in need.” She said the most rewarding part of her rescue farm is watching the transformation of her critters. “Many of them were afraid of people but over time they become so loving,”

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Continued from page 1 longest-running charitable event, begins with a reception Friday evening, and competition, in which celebrities, such as Jones, former Seattle Seahawk Joe Tafoya and Darrel Irvin, former NFL and U of W placekicker Jeff Jaeger, radio personalties Jeff Aaron and Mike Gastineau, and Eddie Jackson and Michael Wilson

farming to 20 years. Other criteria must be satisfied before the council can grant the assessment benefit, including that the land in question must be “sub-dividible.” The requirement that the land be sub-dividible would be eliminated by the proposed ordinance. Chairman Rick Hughes is in favor of the change, saying the 10-year limit on returning farmland to active agricultural production may not be reasonable because of the time it takes to return fallow farmland to profitable production. But Hughes says he is also aware of the “shifting tax burden” to other county property owners and was not ready to vote on the ordinance yet. Councilmen Bob Jarman and Jamie Stephens would like to do more research before making a decision. Assessor Charles Zalmanek spoke against the ordinance. He said “opening the door” to more people will cause a tax burden to other taxpayers. Hughes disagreed. “Even if we extend it, there are still requirements that have to be met to participate,” he said.

Edwards said. “It’s a healing and beautiful thing. It’s very special.” On Orcas, there is a senior mastiff mix named Bubba who hasn’t had any interest from potential adopters. Waunch says he is an ideal candidate for a foster family. He doesn’t require much exercise and is happy to just lay in the sun but can’t be in a home with cats or very small children. Currently, the Orcas shelter has three cats in foster situations. One is permanent but the other two will be returning soon. “We have several cats right now that would really benefit from a foster family,” Waunch said. According to www.petfinder.com, to be a successful foster parent, you need a compassionate nature, the cooperation of your family or roommates, flexibility and some knowledge of animal

of the band Queensyrche, team up with local golfers for a round of golf. The competition, an 18-hole scramble, gets under way Saturday, with teams setting off in two flights, at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Silent auction items will be on display at the Country Club throughout the day. Featured evening events include appetizers at 5 p.m., the Friday Harbor High

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behavior. The length of time a foster pet may stay in your home varies with the animal’s situation. “It can also be very difficult to let go once you have become emotionally attached to an animal,” according to the website. “Be prepared for tears and heartache when the day comes that you must bring your first foster pet back to the shelter. But remember, he or she is now much more likely to find a loving, permanent home because of the care you gave them.” Contact the shelters Orcas Animal Protection Society: www.orcaspets.org, 376-6777. Friday Harbor Animal Shelter: www. apsfh.com, 378-2158. Lopez Animal Protection Society: www.lopezanimals.org, 468-2258.

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How the rich get richer? My tax bill

I’m delighted to see that our county commissioners are proposing, by extending the tax break for not farming, to shift yet more of the county’s tax burden onto me and others who are too poor to own big parcels of land or to hire experts to mine the tax law for ways not to pay their fair share of taxes. Already about half the county’s land is being taxed at pennies to the dollars I pay, but that’s not good enough for today’s commissioners. They want more from me. But, of course, since I’m not wealthy, while those with huge chunks of the county land more often are, it’s only right that elected officials should favor them over a mere resident. Every April and October, as I write those checks to the county, I thank the commissioners for allowing me to help out Paul Allen by paying the taxes that he is being allowed to avoid. After all, my Social Security check went up a whole $18 a month this year, so it’s only right that the commissioners should feel free to take that (and a lot more) to help out Paul and his friends. For those who think it’s unfair that they should pay higher taxes so that the wealthy can enjoy tax breaks normal residents aren’t entitled to, quit whining. If you don’t realize what a privilege it is to subsidize Paul Allen’s tax relief, you obviously need an attitude

adjustment. Just repeat with Big Brother: Tax Inequity is Fairness. Fewer Taxes on the Rich is Justice. Paying Higher Taxes Brings More Happiness than a Warm Puppy. There, now don’t you feel better? CHRISTOPHER HODGKIN San Juan Island

To Ted, his family, and to his humor

I remember back in the 1990s when the deer were using the airport runway for grazing, before the fence. The fence became the “issue” of the winter season. There always seemed to be an “issue” that was knocked around during the winter by the permanent residents back then. When the Department of Wildlife got involved, I decided to write a parody of Ted’s articles to lighten it up and write from the animal’s point of view on the fence. They were signed “Bambi and Spirit Eagle.” I substituted names using humor. I remember one was, “Mob Grumble” of the Port of Orcas, Bob Gamble. I submitted the first one to the Sounder with some trepidation and was pleasantly surprised that Ted printed it! I continued with the “Bambi” letters until the issue was put to bed— unfortunately with the Department of Wildlife killing the Deer. Ted printed them all! That’s when I learned about Ted’s sense of humor. In fact, he went on to use my “Bambi” format for the April Fool’s edition every

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year after that! My prayers are with Ted’s family at this painful time. SPIRIT EAGLE Orcas Island

Under siege from folly of firearms

This is an open letter to the San Juan County Sheriff ’s office, the County Council and the citizens on San Juan County. I grew up in the post World War II era with the Korean War under way and the cold war heating up. My father’s generation saw the slaughter in Europe and the South Pacific. We were taught that firearms were to be treated with the greatest respect because of the incredible damage they could cause. We hunted for the sole purpose of putting meat on the table. While hunting, we saw a lot of what we called “California Hunters” (no offense to folks from California, but we saw many California plates) who were also known as “road hunters;” Hunters too lazy to get out of the-always-new and-fancy trucks and actually hunt. They would go back to their Airstream to kill way over their limit of beer-can in the sport of target practice. Any game in that area would be gone. To find game, we would seek very remote areas that required the use of old but reliable four-wheel drive trucks. I relate this story because I hope the County Council will change regulations regarding target practice on the islands. I think it fair to acknowledge that the islands are becoming more

the underlying offense. Federal courts in Pennsylvania, Oregon ​and Rhode Island have recently decided that holding an immigrant at the request of ICE violates the Fourth Amendment rights of the detained individual, and that sheriffs and their departments may be liable for damages for holding such people past the time they would otherwise be released. Other state legislatures (Colorado and California), governors (Maryland) and I believe that it has been sheriffs elsewhere have S​an​Juan​County policy to enacted policies which limit hold persons in local jail the right and/or obligation facilities​even if the under- of local law enforcement lying charges are resolved agencies to cooperate with or bail is posted if they are ICE’s detention requests. believed to be foreign born In Washington, Chelan, or subject to an ICE/DHS Clallam, Clark, Franklin, detainer. King, Kitsap, Skagit, I personally am aware of​ Spokane, Thurston, Walla at least one case ​in San Juan Walla and Yakima counties County ​ in which, at the have already changed their request of ICE (Immigration detention policy, and other and Customs Enforcement), Washington counties are in a person was held beyond the process of changing or​ the time bail was posted for re​considering their policies. residential and less rural in nature. Blasting away at targets (I suspect that beer cans still top the list) without regard for neighbors is not only dangerous, but rude. I respect a farmer’s right to shoot dogs that are killing or damaging their live stock. KENT GALE San Juan Island

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I urge San Juan County to immediately change its policy in accord with the federal court decisions because; (1)​ such prolonged detentions have now been declared unconstitutional and, (2)​ the​county may be held liable for damages resulting from such unconstitutional detention. I hope that San Juan County Sheriff ’s Office will issue a statement of policy on this matter without further time passing, but if the county council must act first​, I request that this issue be taken up at the next County Council meeting on May 20. ELEANOR HOAGUE Orcas Island

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Be respectful of Reservations? Devil’s in the details your neighbors, It’s not rocket science, but WSF and and tourists too other are hard at work to get it right

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By Jim Corenman

herry blossoms are bursting with color and kayaks are being taken out of storage. It’s soon to be summer in the San Juans – which means tourist season is just around the corner. Treating our visitors kindly is something we all need to practice. We know tourists are a major stimulus for our economy, but sometimes it’s difficult to be welcoming when the check-out lines are longer and bicyclists take up part of the road. And for those working in local businesses, their customer service skills need to be top notch. If tourists have a positive experience here, they are more likely to return. And bring their friends. We’d also like to remind our community to treat locals with that same courtesy. For those of us who live here year-round, we rely on each other to keep our businesses afloat. And for many, shopping and eating locally is a daily habit. Let’s reward that. When it takes longer to purchase your groceries or find a parking place, remember to take a deep breath and be grateful for the visitors who came all the way here to enjoy a place we call home 365 days of the year. And make sure to smile at your fellow islanders.

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Continued from page 6 many homeless. And then, in a period of 10 days, many people and agencies helped turn my life back right-side up again. I want to thank the individuals at the San Juan Island Home Trust, Compass Health, the Episcopalian and

Presbyterian Churches, the Family Resource Center, San Juan County Health and Community Services, Friday Harbor Village, and the many other people who made a special effort in a time of need. I don’t think such fast and positive help could have happened anywhere else than in our special island community. ED SAWYER San Juan Island

PUBLIC MEETINGS n Friday Harbor Port Commission, May 28, 4 p.m., Ernie’s Cafe, 744 Airport Circle Way n Hospital District Commission, May 28, 5 p.m., Frank Wilson EMS Building, 1079 Spring St. n SJ Island School Board of Directors, May 28, 5 p.m., Friday Harbor High School Library, 45 Blair Ave. n Veterans Advisory Board, May 30, 11:45 a.m., County Legislative Building, large conference room, 55 Second St. n Marine Resources Committee, June 4, 8:30 a.m., County Legislative Building, hearing room, 55 Second St. n Friday Harbor Town Council, June 5, noon & 5:30 p.m., Town Council Chambers, 60 Second St. n Noxious Weed Control Board, June 9, 8:30 a.m., WSU Extension Office, Skagit Valley College, 221 Weber Way. n San Juan County Fair Board, June 9, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds office, 846 Argyle Ave., Friday Harbor n Human Services Advisory Board, June 9, 11:45 a.m., County Legislative Building, 55 Second St. n Ferry Advisory Committee, June 11, 8:30 a.m., County Legislative Building, 55 Second St.

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ashington State Ferries is on track to offer reservations for most San Juan Islands routes starting with the 2015 winter schedule, which begins Dec. 28, 2014. The planning process started in late 2012 with the formation of a Reservations Partnership Group to work with WSF and develop a reservations program that might work for the San Juan Islands. The group consists of about 25 members who represent all four ferry-served islands, as well as various user-groups, and who work with WSF management, and project leaders and designers. Members of WSF’s seven ferry advisory committees are also part of the group. The goal is to make better use of available ferry resources, and to make traveling to and from the islands less frustrating and more predictable for everyone—locals and visitors alike. Currently, the only way to be sure of getting onto a boat during the busiest periods is to show up at the terminal hours early. That gets tiresome, as does getting to the terminal at what you think is a reasonable time, and then having to wait three or four hours for the next boat. This is not a situation that makes a lot of folks happy. Imagine being able to reserve a spot, and even if you can’t get your first choice, at least then you will have something to plan your day around. There is a reason that every other sizeable ferry system in the world offers reservations. But the San Juan Islands present some challenges. The group has looked at a number of issues, starting with who can make reservations and when. Reservations for popular sailings will fill up for the same reason that boats overload now, because folks prefer the 8 a.m. sailing over the 5:50 a.m. redeye, and getting home (or to your hotel) at midnight isn’t as nice as getting there

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WSF’s reservation system is expected to be available to all those traveling in the San Juans when the winter schedule takes effect.

before supper. And, we would all like to have priority but since the ferries are run by the state there are some limitations. One of the first decisions was that eastbound reservations (Anacortes bound) would be provided only from Friday Harbor and Orcas, due to the greatest need and limited terminal space on Lopez and Shaw. Westbound reservations will be provided to all islands. A key concept is a staggered release of space. Looking forward to next year, reservations for summer 2015 will become available in March—but only for part of the available space. This gives folks planning a trip a chance to book well ahead. Then one to two weeks prior another block of space becomes available, and then possibly more space a day or two ahead. The details of how much space for each release, and how early, are not yet final. There will be no additional charge for reservations, but there will be a “no-show” fee. Changes can be freely made until the day of sailing (subject to space available), and one change is allowed on the day of sailing up until three hours prior, without any penalty. See DETAILS, Page 8

As I See It

Fairness felled by misplaced priorities By Charles Zalmanek Special to the Journal

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egislation was enacted in 1993 that allowed counties to implement the Open Space Farm Conservation Program because many farmers, whose lands were enrolled in the Current Use Farm and Agricultural Program (a commercial farming program), were reaching the age where they could no longer physically continue to commercially farm their land. This program helps reduce the amount of unproductive farmland from development by providing a tax break until the land is once again proCharles Zalmanek ductive. At that time, San Juan County chose to not implement the farm conservation program. In 2008, the assessor sent a questionnaire to all classified farmland owners as part of the responsibility to monitor ongoing compliance with the classification. Shortly thereafter, one

Isn’t it time to consider the majority of taxpayers, rather than just the few?

of these farmland owners came into the assessor’s office and explained that he had not been commercially farming for many years. He asked what options were available for his land, since he knew that his land did not continue to qualify for the current use farm and agricultural program. The assessor explained that his best option would be to apply for the farm conservation program and then encourage the County Council to implement that program. This gentleman was in a unique position to accomplish this as he was a sitting council member. After three years of working with the planning commission, the prosecuting attorney, other county legislatures and the state Department of Revenue, the previous six-member council developed and implemented the open space farm conservation program. Now, three years after adoption, the

current council is considering revising the program. The final hearing and adoption of revisions is scheduled for May 20. If the council wants to address problems with the open space program, there is a pressing topic that deserves the council’s attention. The county implemented the Public Benefit Rating System (PBRS) for open space in 1990. It has been revised several times since 1990 and the law requires the council to re-rate all previously rated properties when the PBRS is revised. After 24 years, this has yet to be done. Shouldn’t the council stop putting this requirement on the back burner instead of revising an ordinance that was carefully developed and adopted only three years ago? Isn’t it time that the council consider the majority of taxpayers in our county, ordinary law-abiding citizens, who are becoming increasingly weary of paying more than their fair share of taxes? — Editor’s note: Charles Zalmanek’s second term as county assessor expires at the end of the year. He is not seeking reelection .

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in 16th annual ‘a cappella’ extravaganza A 45-member choir from British Columbia, a Northwest quartet with a combined 150 years of barbershop singing and San Juan Island’s own barbershop masters share their a cappella talents, the stage and the spotlight, at San Juan Community Theatre, Sunday, June 1, at 2 p.m. Celebrating its 16th year in Friday Harbor, Barbershop Bonanza honors this uniquely American music with contemporary and old-time favorites full of four-part harmonies. Directed by Angel Michaels, the Bonanza is hosted by San Juan’s mixed barbershop chorus, Island Chordsmen Plus, and features the island’s local women’s a cappella ensemble, Sound Vibrations. This year’s visiting groups include First Capital Chorus, based in Langley, British Columbia. The choir got its start more than 40 years ago and today has more than 45 active members. While the group has a few old standards they share, their repertoire is now filled with “boogie, Broadway, Elvis and Elton, Beatles and Beach Boys.” The Northwest quarter, Cheers, re-formed in 2014 after

CROSSWORD PUZZLE Across 1. Andes capital 5. Monroe's successor 10. Calamity 13. Auspices 14. Apres-ski drink 15. "Cool!" 17. Extend 19. Alliance acronym 20. Character 21. Consumes 23. ___ Appia 24. Foe 25. Pete Fountain's instrument (pl.) 28. All there 29. ___ constrictor 30. Dine away from home (2 wds) 31. Announce 32. Unrefined 33. A frank and honest person (2 wds) 39. Discover 40. Mosque V.I.P. 41. Eye problem 43. Director's cry 44. Flight data, briefly 48. White bean stew with meat 50. Animal catcher 51. In-flight info, for short 52. Bubkes 53. Part of MOMA 54. After-bath wear 56. Napery (2 wds) 59. Fodder holder 60. In-box contents 61. MasterCard

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The 16th annual Barbershop Bonanaza features “Cheers,” above, and British Columbia’s “First Capitol Chorus,” pictured below.

being “Friendly Advice” for the better part of the previous decade. The total number of district championships among the group's four men totals 14. In addition to their combined 150 years of barbershop singing, they have more than 30 appearances on the international stage presenting a variety of music types such as gospel, doowop, popular, traditional barbershop and patriotic. The Business Partners for the Bonanza are Kirk House Bed and Breakfast and Friday Harbor Drug. Tickets are $18, with festival seating. The SJCT box office is open Tues-Fri. , 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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alternative 62. Animal house 63. No longer in 64. Beanery sign Down 1. Basic monetary unit of Sierra Leone 2. Large lizard 3. Hand-holder 4. Appropriate 5. "God's Little ___" 6. ___-eyed 7. Appear 8. Coffee order 9. "The English Patient" setting 10. Setting for TV's "Newhart"

11. Exclude (2 wds) 12. Distance from the equator 16. Common kitchen appliance 18. "Don't give up!" 22. "Two and a Half Men," e.g. 25. Blunt weapon 26. Framework 27. "I, Claudius" role 29. Impede, with "down" 31. Bird's wing 33. Kitchen gadgets 34. Malformed 35. Capable of being cultivated 36. Song and dance, e.g.

37. Blue books? 38. Pillbox, e.g. 42. Fit 44. Salad green 45. Ribbonlike band of tissue 46. Check 47. Dried leaves used as a laxative 49. Andean animal 50. Costa del ___ 53. Blend 55. Long, long time 57. Dracula, at times 58. Deception Answers to today's puzzle on page 16

Which brings us to two more important considerations: How much of the boat can be reserved, and how to manage traffic at the Anacortes terminal. The initial thinking was to leave lots of space unreserved for drive-ups, but that doesn’t change anything—folks without reservations would still need to show up hours early to get on the boat. The better answer is to make it easy to book a reservation. And that should also solve the traffic problem: If 300 cars aren’t showing up to get onto a 144-car ferry, then the terminal will be able to handle the traffic. The good news is that the basic reservation system is already in place for the Coupeville/Port Townsend and Sidney routes. Go to the ferries web page (www. wsdot.wa.gov/ferries), click on “Reservations” (on the left), and click “Make a reservation” in the upper-right. Check it out. And, folks without internet service can make a reservation via telephone, and customer service is being expanded. A related element is get-

ting information to ferry riders. From the ferries home page, click “Terminal Conditions” on the right and then “Anacortes." This shows how much space is available on upcoming sailings, right now, today. Now go back and select Coupeville or Port Townsend. These terminals have reservations available and you can see how much space is available to be reserved, and how much remaining space is available for drive-up travelers without reservations. Signage will also be needed, that is still on ferries’ to-do list. The motto of the Partnership Group has become “The devil is in the details.” The concepts look workable so far, but many details still need to be sorted and your FAC would very much like feedback and suggestions. The next partnership meeting is May 28, 11:30 a.m. at San Juan Island Yacht Club. The public is welcome but there is only limited time for public comment, so please send comments via email to: fac@sanjuanco. com — Editor's note: Jim Corenman is chairman of the San Juan Ferry Advisory Committee.

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What’s Happening! Wednesday, May 28 On Book! Readers Theatre “Wonderful Tennessee,” SJ Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., free. Fiona Small directs reading of “Wonderful Tennessee,” by Brian Friel, presented in the Gubelman Theatre; free admission limited seating, festival style. Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre.org. History of “Sunshine Alley”, with Boyd Pratt, 7 p.m., library, free. From its early beginnings to Brickworks of today, local historian Boyd Pratt offers insights into the history of Friday Harbor’s “Sunshine Alley.” Info, 378-2798, www.sjlib.org.

Thursday, May 29 Healing Room, Transformation Church, 7075 Airport Circle, 5-6 p.m. Prayers for all your needs; non-denominational. Info, 378-9569.

Friday, May 30 Buildings of American Camp, with Mike Vouri, 7 p.m., library, free. NPS historian Mike Vouri talks about historic buildings of American Camp in a final salute to “Heritage Month.” Refreshments courtesy of Friends of the Library. Info, 378-2798, www. sjlib.org.

Saturday, May 31 Dodie Gann Memorial Dog Walk, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,Skagit Valley College, 221 Weber Way. APS fundraiser, tribute to the late Dodie Gann features one mile stroll to animal shelter and back, sponsorship prizes, Pet Lovers. Register for sponsors, info, 3782158, www.apsfh.com. Wenatchee Valley College Singers, 2 See CALENDAR, Page 16

After a winter of cloistered creativity, San Juan’s artists open their doors to welcome spring visitors By Anna Marlis Burgard

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he works of San Juan’s resident artists offer views on the island experience through multi-medium interpretations of local vistas: the California poppies growing wild along the road to Jackson Beach are immortalized in BJ Dollahite’s impressionistic landscapes, while the rhythms of the shoreline are captured in the plein air paintings of her husband, Matt Dollahite. Mary Gey McCulloch’s canvases present the light and colors of inland farms with a Provençal flair, driftwood and bull kelp is gathered by Yvonne Buijs-Mancuso to cast molds for her distinctive jewelry and Penelope Torkington pieces cloth dragonflies and other iconic island elements into colorful quilts. These and 34 other artists will open their studio doors and gardens to visitors during the 2-day San Juan Island Annual Artists’ Studio Tour on May 31 and June 1. The group’s collective oeuvre represents numerous manifestations of inspiration including glassworks, jewelry, painting, photography, pottery, printmaking, quilting, and sculpture. The pieces are sold year-round at trade shows, online and through galleries, but the tour offers an opportunity to speak with artists one-on-one and learn about the genesis and processes of their creations where they’re formed. This connection to the makers adds layers of interest to the works once ensconced in the homes and offices of their patrons; the responsive interaction provides a boost to these often solitary creators—as well as vital, direct feedback from their market. Given their allure and beauty, all of the San Juan islands are home to artists; the Islands Museum of Art under construc-

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tion in Friday Harbor is a testament to this. And, as Ms. Buijs-Mancuso sees it, “San Juan offers artists the best of both worlds: the conveniences and resources of a town, and the inspiration and privacy of the country. It presents urban diversions when desired, but also a critical freedom from distractions when needed for the creative work.” A 22-year veteran of San Juan’s scene, she describes the island’s professional arts community as diverse, original, eccentric, adaptive and engaged. This combination of traits—combined with the island’s natural assets—is the foundation for the variety of works the community produces. Whether San Juan is home for a week of vacation or as a primary residence, the works of this talented and committed community capture the presence of its rolling hills, farms and beaches to enjoy year ‘round. This year’s raffle offers visitors the chance to win a two-night stay at the McCulloch Guesthouse Garden Cottage by the Sea and a $50 gift certificate for dinner at Vinny's Ristorante. Entry forms will be available at all participating studios. — Editor’s note: Anna Marlis Burgard is the author and principal photographer for Islands of America: A River, Lake and Sea Odyssey (www.islandsofamerica.com).

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FEATURES EDITOR Peninsula Daily News on Washington’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula — a six-day daily with 14,000 circulation Sunday through Friday and more than 1 million monthly page views online — seeks a features editor to produce two popular sections focusing on local entertainment and on weekend and family activities. Our circulation area covers two counties, including the Victorian seaport of Port Townsend, the sunshine town of Sequim, the “Twilight” country of Forks, five Native American tribes plus wild rivers and the “mountains to the sea” city of Port Angeles. We are located at the gateway to millionacre Olympic National Park and across the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Vancouver Island and spectacular Victoria, British Columbia. Port Angeles was named by “New Rating Guide to Life in America’s Small Cities” as one of the best U.S. small cities. Plus we get half the rainfall of Seattle! This is a great job for a journeyman self-starter with newspaper staff experience. Great feature writing skills and passion for accuracy essential; good photography skills and knowledge of AP style are required. InDesign knowledge is helpful, although pagination is not part of this position but some general-assignment reporting is. Compensation includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid vacation. The PDN, nearly a century old, is a communityminded, family-focused local newspaper and Web enterprise that is the main news provider for the North Olympic Peninsula. Check us out at www.peninsula dailynews.com PDN is part of Washington state’s largest newspaper group, Sound Publishing Inc. If you meet the above qualifications, email your resume and cover letter addressing how you fit our requirements, to hr@soundpublishing.com No phone calls, please. www.peninsuladailynews.com

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GIS Technician OPALCO is seeking a GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Technician with experience in GIS, AutoCAD, database, GPS or comparable systems. A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively with members, Co-op leadership, staff and outside agencies are a must. Main roles include updating system and electrical maps, tracking system changes and outages and providing services to other departments to facilitate their needs. This is an Eastsound (preferably) based, bargaining unit, full time position with some travel to other districts as needed. Download a detailed job description and OPALCO employment application at www.opalco.com to apply. Please submit your cover letter, professional resume, OPALCO employment application and references to Katie Maxwell at 183 Mt Baker Rd, Eastsound WA 98245. Position is open until filled. OPALCO is an equal opportunity employer. LOPEZ ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT Seeks qualified applicants. 2014-15 SCHOOL YEAR

1.0 FTE Long-term Substitute Teacher K-12 Art & Japanese Elective Accepting applications until filled. For information or an application packet please contact Christina at 360.468.2202 ext 2300 or www.lopezislandschool.org AA/EOE

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HEAD ACCOUNTANT OPALCO is seeking a Head Accountant with at least seven years experience in accounting and a proven track record as a supervisor of professional support staff. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting and current designation as a Certified Public Accountant. Successful candidate must be able to obtain a valid CPA license in the state of Washington. The principal responsibilities are to oversee the accurate recording of all receipts and expenditures, maintain internal financial controls, assist with the management of cash flow, and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting documents and supervise department professional staff in the day to day operations. In the “cooperative” spirit, the Head Accountant must interact effectively with other departmental employees, board members, outside auditors, members, investment and lending institutions, federal and state agencies, vendors and suppliers, and the public. This position requires logical and creative problemsolving skills, completion of tasks with accuracy and speed and the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines, willingness to quickly learn and put new skills and knowledge to work using rapidly changing information and/or technology. Successful candidate must demonstrate integrity, excellent organizational, time management and communication skills and a strong commitment to a team work environment. OPALCO offers employees a unique working culture where member service is combined with state-of-theart technology. Employees work in a high-energy environment where creativity, innovation and teamwork are supported and encouraged. Employees have the opportunity to learn and grow, including training on the latest technologies. OPALCO offers great benefits, including health care coverage, vacation and sick leave, pension, 401K match, competitive salaries and holiday leave. This is an Eastsound based, exempt, full-time position. Applicants may obtain a detailed job description online at OPALCO.com. To apply, please submit an OPALCO employment application, your professional resume, cover letter and references to Nancy Loomis, 183 Mt Baker Road, Eastsound WA 98245 or nloomis@opalco.com. Position open until filled. For more selection, go to nw-ads.com. Find what you need 24 hours a day.

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San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388.

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Revised: remodel 160224004 and DBA LLC, c/o Jeff Otis, 393 3/28/14, Islander existing boathouse Building Environmental Hearing 160212003, Doe Bay Bobbyann Rd., Eastsound, revised 5/21/14 Bank 7/14/14 DNS 6/11/14 6/27/14 and construct permits Checklist Examiner Resort, Orcas WA 98245 5/21/14 Annex massage studio SEPA Determination: San Juan County has determined that the projects SEPA Comments: Anyone desiring Application Comments: Any file may be examined by NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Hearing Examiner noted above with a DNS or MDNS will not have probable significant to comment on the Threshold appointment during regular business hours at the San meetings on San Juan Island start at 10:00 a.m., in the adverse impacts on the environment and has issued a Threshold Determination can do so by Juan County Community Development & Planning at 135 Islanders Bank Admin. Building downstairs meeting Determination pursuant to Sections 197-11-310 and 197-11-340 WAC. An submitting a written statement to Rhone Street, Friday Harbor, WA. Anyone desiring to room, 225 Blair Street, Friday Harbor. Planning Environmental Impact Statement will not be required under Section CD&P, P. O. Box 947 (135 Rhone comment on the Notice of Application can do so by Commission meetings begin at 8:45 am. Any person 43.21C.030 (2)(c) RCW. This determination was made after review of the Street), Friday Harbor, WA. 98250 submitting a written statement to CD&P at P. O. Box 947, desiring to comment prior to the hearing shall submit a environmental checklist and other environmental information on file at no later than the comment date Friday Harbor, WA 98250, no later than the end date for statement in writing to CD&P, PO Box 947, Friday Community Development and Planning (CD&P). The County has specified above. The Threshold project comments specified above. Anyone who desires Harbor, WA. 98250. Written comments may also be determined that the requirements for environmental analysis, protection, Determination may be appealed by to provide testimony in a public hearing or desires a copy submitted at the hearing. A copy of the staff report for and mitigation measures have been adequately addressed in the submitting a written statement of of the decision for this project may do so by contacting this hearing may be obtained from CD&P generally 7 development regulations and comprehensive plan adopted under Chapter appeal along with the basis for the CD&P. A copy of the staff report for this project may be days prior to the public hearing.. 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local, state, or federal laws or rules, appeal and a fee to CD&P within 21 obtained from CD&P generally 7 days prior to the public * As directed by applicant, per UDC18.80.030.A.3.f as provided by Section 43.21C.240 RCW and Section 197-11-158 WAC, days after the end of the SEPA hearing. (360) 378-2354 * (360) 378-2116 ** Per UDC 18.80.030.B. .- Suggested Project or as may be conditioned within any MDNS. comment period. Fax (360) 378-3922 * cdp@sanjuanco.com Comments End Date

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San Juan County, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities or employment opportunities and benefits. Direct inquiries to Administrative Services at (360) 378-3870. TTD relay at 1-800-833-6388. SAN JUAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON Request for Bids Hot Product Tank Trailer Sealed Bids will be received in the office of the County Council, San Juan County until 3:00pm on June 30, 2014, to supply one Hot Product Tank Trailer. Such proposals will then be publicly opened and read. Specification packets are available at

the San Juan County Public Works Department, 915 Spring Street, PO Box 729, Friday Harbor, WA. 98250. Phone (360) 370-0500. Or online at: http://www.sanjuanco.com/public works/Bids-and-Specs.aspx. Bid envelopes must be clearly marked on the outside, “Bids for Hot Product Tank Trailer”, and must be received prior to 3:00pm on or before the bid opening date at:

Clerk of the County Council; 55 Second St N, 1st floor, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Mailed bids should be sent to: Clerk of the County Council, 350 Court St. #1, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 All bids shall be accompanied by a bid bond of no less than 5% of total bid price submitted. LEGAL NO. SJ564305

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TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE TOWN COUNCIL REGARDING THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The Town of Friday Harbor has completed the process for the mandated updates to the Town’s Shoreline Master Program. The public is encouraged to attend the final public hearing and make comment. Information regarding this proposal is available for public review online at www.fridayharbor.org or by request by contacting the Town’s Community

Development Department. PROPONENT: Town of Friday Harbor P O Box 219 / 60 Second St Friday Harbor, WA 98250 LOCATION: Friday Harbor is located on the southeast side of San Juan Island, San Juan County, WA. TIME & DATE: The Town Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING to review the updates to its SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM at 5:30 PM Thursday, June 5th, 2014 in the Council Chamber at Town Hall, 60 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington,

98250. LEGAL NO. FH563114 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands May 21, 28, 2014. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the public is invited to a PUBLIC MEETING to take comments regarding improvements to Greenway Park. The public meeting is scheduled on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter, at Town Hall, 60 Second Street, Friday Harbor,

WA 98250. A copy of the improvements are available by contacting the Town Clerk at 378-2810; and will be made available at www.fridayharbor.org. LEGAL NO. FH563116 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. May 21, 28, 2014.

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MISCELLANEOUS LEGAL NOTICES 7023.104553 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Grantee: Toby D. Shaner, a single man Ref to DOT Auditor File No.: 2011-0824021 Tax Parcel ID No.: 271150501000 Abbreviated Legal: A PORTION ON LOT 1, BLOCK 5,, GIFFIN’S NORTH BEACH PARK ADDITION, SAN JUAN, CO., WA Notice of Trustee’s Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission Telephone: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663). Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287. Web site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/ind e x . c f m ? w e b L i s t A c t i o n = s e a rc h & s e a rc h state=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819. Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear. I. On June 27, 2014, at 10:00 AM. inside the main lobby of the San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street in the City of Friday Harbor, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the Trustee) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property “Property”, situated in the County(ies) of San Juan, State of Washington: Lot 1, Block 5, Giffin’s North Beach Park Addition, according to the Plat thereof recorded in

Volume 1 of Plats, at Page 48, in the Office of the Auditor of said County and State. Except the South 5 feet thereof. Situate in San Juan County, Washington. Commonly known as: 26 Hemlock Street Eastsound, WA 98245 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 05/17/11, recorded on 08/24/11, under Auditor’s File No. 2011-0824021, records of San Juan County, Washington, from Toby D. Shaner, a single man, as Grantor, to Commonwealth Land Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation “Obligation” in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc., a California corporation, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Sun West Mortgage Company, Incorporated to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor’s File No. 2012-0611013. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property’s full legal description provided herein. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the Obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor’s or Borrower’s default on the Obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate as of 02/19/2014 Monthly Payments $30,339.66 Late Charges $262.86 Lender’s Fees & Costs $2,062.91 Total Arrearage $32,665.43 Trustee’s Expenses (Itemization) Trustee’s Fee $250.00 Total Costs $250.00 Total Amount Due: $32,915.43 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $188,150.37, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 03/01/12, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or

implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on June 27, 2014. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 06/16/14 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 06/16/14 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 06/16/14 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Toby D. Shaner 26 Hemlock Street Eastsound, WA 98245 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Toby D. Shaner 26 Hemlock Street Eastsound, WA 98245 by both first class and certified mail, return receipt requested on 01/22/13, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 01/22/13 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all costs and trustee’s fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to

RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by this reference. You may also access sale status at www.northwesttrustee.com and www.USAForeclosure.com. EFFECTIVE: 02/19/2014 Date Executed: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee Authorized Signature P.O. BOX 997 Bellevue, WA 98009-0997 Contact: Neang Avila (425) 586-1900. (TS# 7023.104553) 1002.240062-File No. LEGAL NO. J563803 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. May 28, June 18, 2014.

Public Hearing The Directors of Shaw Island School District No. 10 will meet at the schoolhouse on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 3:10 p.m. for the purpose of fixing and adopting a budget extension for the 2013-2014 General Fund. Any person may attend the meeting and participate in discussion for or against the proposed budget extension. To examine a copy of the proposed budget prior to the meeting, please contact Diane Dallas, Business Manager at 468-2570 or ddallas@shaw.k12.wa.us. LEGAL NO. SJ562828 Published: The Journal of the San

Juan Islands, The Islands’ Sounder May 21, 28, 2014. PUBLIC NOTICE PORT OF LOPEZ General Small Works Roster The Port of Lopez maintains a General Small Works Roster for contracts up to $300,000 and is soliciting the names of businesses and individuals. All applicants must be licensed or registered to perform work in the state of Washington. If you have already submitted information, there is no need to submit again unless your information has changed. Applicants are needed for the following services: Excavating, General Construction, Concrete, Electrical, Plumbing, Fencing, Grass Mowing, Grounds Maintenance, Roofing and Tree Clearing. To be put on the roster, please send request for application to the Port of Lopez, PO Box 907, Lopez Island, WA 98261, call 360-468-4116 or e-mail Helen Cosgrove, Port Business Manager at helenc@portoflopez.com. LEGAL NO. J5634118 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. May 21, 28, 2014.

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Meeker claims fourth trip to State Senior takes 2nd at Tri-District golf tourney; Blackmon, Jangard chase after state bids

It won’t be her last round of golf this season, but, so far, it was her best. Friday Harbor High School senior Kendra Meeker shot a 79 at the Tri-District regional tournament to clinch a fourth-consecutive appearance at the state 1A golf championship. Meeker finished second overall among 36 players competing in the women’s field of the Tri-District, Tuesday, May 20, at Gold Mountain Golf Course in Bremerton, three strokes behind Tri-District champion Hannah Hoh of King’s High School. The 16 players with the lowest scores advance to State. “As she prepared to tee off we set a goal to go out and enjoy the round, do your best but have fun and enjoy the moment,” Coach Jack Rice said. “She had a smile on her face for most of the day and played a great round of golf.” Meeker finished sixth overall at State in her sophomore year and 12th as a freshman. Hosted by Tacoma’s Lake Spanaway Golf Club, the twoday 1A state tournament gets under way May 28. With a berth at State on the line, Friday Harbor junior Willie Blackmon and sophomore Kyle Jangard will compete in the 1A Friday Track & Field finals, Saturday, May 31, at King’s High School. Blackmon, a state qualifier a years ago, shattered his previous school-best mark to set a new school record, 40.93, in the 400-meter hurdles at an earlier sub-district meet at Lynden Christian. Blackmon this year will be vying for shot at state in the 400-meter hurdles as well as the 200-meter

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Continued from page 9 p.m.,St. David’s Church, 760 Park St. Chamber choir performs sacred and secular choral works to mariachi, jazz, Beatles tunes, Coldplay. Admission by donation, proceeds benefit FHES music program. Info, 378-5360. Marimba Mix: Katura Marimba & Chingodza, Brickworks, 7:30 p.m. mbira

player Musekiwa Chingodza of Zimbabwe shares the spotlight with Katura Marimba. Tickets: $15 adults, $8 children, $25 family, at the door. Info, www.fhbrickworks.com.

Sunday, June 1 Barbershop Bonanza, SJ Community Theatre, 2 p.m. Island Chordsmen Plus shares the stage with Seattle’s “Cheers” and others. Tickets: $18, festival seating. Info, 3783210, www.sjctheatre.org.

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Two inches above his personal best, 5' 8", may clinch a berth at State for Kyle Jangard, above; junior Willie Blackmon will compete for a trip to state in the 200-meter dash and 300-meter hurdles. Senior Kendra Meeker, left, sealed a fourth-straight State berth.

dash at the Tri-District finals. Coach Darrin Scheffer said that Jangard has a “good shot” at clinching a State bid in the high jump if he is able to improve on his personal best, 5' 8", by two inches. “I think he’s capable of doing it,” Scheffer said. The Wolverines girls 400x1 and 400x2 relay teams turned in their fastest times of the season in the Tri-District preliminary meet, but fell short of qualifying for the finals. “They ran better than they ever have but just not quite fast enough,” Scheffer said. — Scott Rasmussen

Greg Atkinson “In Season” Book Signing 5-7 p.m., Brickworks, 150 Nichols St. Homecoming for Seattle chef following re-release of “In Season,” a culinary memoir. Tickets, $50 (includes appetizers, wine), at Griffin Bay Bookstore, Market Chef. Sponsored by SJI Ag Guild. Info, 360-472-0337.

Monday, June 2 Gilbert & Sullivan by Catlin Gabel School Choir, 10 a.m., Life Care Center, Friday Harbor, & Mullis Center, 2 p.m., free. Catlin Gabel School (Portland) 8th grade choir performs music from Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore; performances June 3, Orcas, June 4, Shaw. Info, 378-2117, or, www.caltlin.edu.

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Wednesday, June 4 San Juan Island Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Mullis Center. Walk-ins welcome; priority for donors with appointments. Photo ID required. Sponsored by SJ Lions. For appointment, Curt VanHyning, 317-8399. FHHS Community Dinner & Project Presentations, 5-7:30 p.m., high school. Baby Back Ribs, BBQ chicken, strawberry shortcake, and more; student presentations begin at 5:30 p.m. Suggested donation, $12 adults, $6 kids under 12. Catered by Food for Thought Program. Info, 3707106.

Saturday, June 7 “Peace Path” Grand Opening, 1 p.m., Peace Island Medical Center. Ribbon-cutting ceremony for new PIMC walking trail, new “Peace Pole,” followed by refreshments, tour of trail; sponsored by Peace Island Volunteers. Info, peaceislandvolunteers.org.