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Motel shut down for code violations BY SARAH KEHOE skehoe@fedwaymirror.com
The city of Federal Way shut down the longtime Ridgecrest Motel and told occupants to vacate by noon Wednesday because the motel was in violation of several building codes. The closure displaced at least five families and other lowincome individuals, however the city has partnered with local organizations that have stepped up to help the residents find other accommodations. “We will meet with them and find out what their needs are,” said Robin Corak, CEO of Multi-Service Center, one of the organizations that is currently working with the displaced motel residents. “Based on what we gather from each person, we will refer them to internal and external resources they are eligible for and provide them with proper housing.” The city is also making an effort to assist families living in Ridgecrest Motel. “What we know now is that five households had been in to talk with [the Multi-Service Center],” said Chris Carrel, communications and government affairs coordinator for the city. “The city recognizes the importance of helping out our low-income families and that’s why we’ve partnered with [ more MOTEL, page 11 ]
LAWSUIT | More details emerge in Federal Way police brutality allegations [19]
Governor appoints Carol Gregory to 30th District BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com
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man won the November election, despite passing away six days prior on Oct. 29, 2014 from colon cancer. “I’m very excited about the opportunity to represent the district,” Gregory said in an interview. “It’s kind of something I’ve prepared for for years. Because this is a session on education, and that’s my back-
ground, it’s very significant for me.” Gregory has held several positions in education, including president of the Federal Way Public Schools board of education and director for the Northwest Area Foundation of Burst For Prosperity. She was also the King County executive’s education liaison from
1997-2005, she worked in the state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and worked in the governor’s office for eight years. “I have an understanding for the legislative process so I’m not going down cold,” she said. “But I will have a lot to learn.” [ more APPOINT, page 11 ]
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New strategy to improve Federal Way’s economy BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com
Federal Way police Chief Andy Hwang (center) prays with members of various local church congregations and the greater community during a prayer rally that was held in City Hall’s lobby last Wednesday. CARRIE RODRIGUEZ, the Mirror
Church community hosts prayer rally amid country’s racial, police tension BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com
Strangers turned to one another in the lobby of City Hall, put their arms around each other and began to pray. On New Year’s Eve — a night police were out in full force — the Federal Way church community prayed for their safety, the health of local firefighters and peace between city
officials and citizens during Federal Way’s first prayer rally. Approximately 20 pastors organized the rally not to address politics or racial divide but to simply bring together the community in prayer in times of tension and disagreement surrounding police brutality and racism in other parts of the country. “I think this is amazing what’s happening here,”
said Federal Way resident Stephn McNeal, a former Human Services Commission chair, who once served with late Rep. Roger Freeman. “Black, white, Asian and Hispanic to be interested in change.” International House of Prayer Northwest Pastor Gary Wiens, a co-organizer of the rally, said the idea came to his wife Marie, also a pastor of the church. “She has this amazing thing of hearing from the Lord while she’s in the bathroom getting ready for the day,” Wiens said. Her idea to pray for police on New Year’s Eve evolved after a meeting with co-organizer An-
dre Sims, a pastor at Christ the King Bible Fellowship. Sims’s idea was to broaden the gathering to pray for “wisdom and protection of the Lord” to the whole police force and community. After meeting with 2026 pastors, Wiens said the rally came to fruition in a matter of a few short days. “When our pastor told us, I thought it was important because of prayer,” said local resident Annette Evans, who attends Christ the King Bible Fellowship in Federal Way. Evans explained she would not have been interested in the prayer rally if [ more RALLY, page 6 ]
Economic Development Director Tim Johnson presented Federal Way’s first economic development strategy in the city’s history to the City Council on Tuesday. Among initiatives centered around downtown development, replacing Weyerhaeuser when it leaves in 2016 and rebranding the city, were ideas such as free business licenses, a college branch campus and a focus on the Hollywood filming industry. The strategy is outlined in a 90-page draft called “Some Assembly Required” and will be the topic of discussion for the next month in several public hearings and committee meetings before Council is expected to adopt it on Feb. 3. The strategy, created by Johnson and other city officials since he was hired in September, is meant to improve the city’s economic development in two years. “I’m estimating there will be somewhere between $350-450 million in new public and private investment over the next two years in Federal Way,” Johnson said, adding [ more ECONOMY, page 3 ]
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that includes development of Town Center, Federal Way High School, the investment in Weyerhaeuser and the addition of a Seattle Children’s Hospital clinic. “[We’ll] see an announcement of 10,000 jobs over two years — full-time, permanent or temporary … and reverse the poverty level by 4 percent over the next two years, reversing the trend of where we’ve been.” Johnson said while he realizes his projections are aggressive, he said the city has a great team of people to make the strategy a reality. “I feel like I’m in an organization that’s riding a crest right now towards success,” he said. But there are several projects and policies needed to potentially get to that success. Projecting a plan approval by August, the city is on track to developing a recently-purchased $8.2 million, 7.5 acre piece of land in downtown to create a portion of “Town Center,” which includes Town Square Park, the Transit Center and the future Performing Arts and Conference Center. Johnson and Chief of Staff Brian Wilson have already been working “hand in glove” with Weyerhaeuser consultants on a weekly basis and face-to-face on a monthly basis. “Our intent is to find an end user that will produce as many jobs as Weyerhaeuser did when it was in its prime,” Johnson said. Weyerhaeuser president Doyle Simons announced in August 2014 that the Federal Way-based business will move its headquarters to Seattle in mid-to-late 2016. It has not been determined who the property owners will sell the 430-acre site to. While some community members expressed their desire for a potential college branch campus at the site, Johnson and other City Council members envision a college branch campus in downtown. A “university initiative” employs the idea of actively recruiting a college for Federal Way because, as Johnson pointed out, only 25.4 percent of Federal Way’s population has bachelor’s degrees or higher, according to the Census Bureau. This is compared to 50-plus percent of Seattle residents, 46 percent of King County residents and 31 percent of Washington state residents who do. “If we’re going to participate in science, technology, engineering and math and what is coming shortly to us, the Information Age, we need to make sure that more folks in our population have bachelor’s degrees and on because without education, we go nowhere,” Johnson said. Because of this disparity coupled with other factors, 15-16 percent of Federal Wayans are in poverty compared to 13 percent of Renton residents and 22 percent of SeaTac
residents. On top of rebranding, the strategy calls for business recruitment, retention and expansion, improved market intelligence, communication and outreach, and access to and availability of capital for businesses. Of the nearly 5,000 business licenses in the city, 58 percent are physically located in Federal Way, he said. Of those, 70 percent employ between one and five people. “If they can’t get access to and availability to capital, what ends up happening is they go out of business,” he said. He said there are several programs that already exist but have yet to be utilized as ways to attract and keep business. These include taking advantage of the LIFT program, implementing half of the school impact fees in downtown, a reduction on traffic impact fees, applying a central city project area State Environmental Policy Act review so that a company doesn’t have to do a full Environmental Impact Statement, no parking fees, maintaining no Business and Occupation taxes or head count fees and using Revolving Loan Funds for the redevelopment infrastructure process, among others. Yet even Johnson recognized some ideas in the strategy may not be favored by all. “I’ll probably get criticized for this but I’m calling for the elimination of business license fees for any business that goes into the central city area that’s focused on innovation, design, education, entrepreneurship or arts,” he said, noting that the city would lose about $25,000 for 20 businesses in five years. “I’ll tell you what, I’ll split the difference with you and you can take it out of my salary. But I’ll tell you this much, it will work because you’re sending a signal, a bow shot across the business industry, that you care about them.” The city would target industries in construction, arts and tourism, healthcare, professional and business services, information and communications technology, entrepreneurship, and global and trade investment. And one special sector, in particular. “In recruiting the types of businesses, I’m not going to let this one pass by,” Johnson said. “We have never really looked at attracting filming, Hollywood films and television to Federal Way. Here’s my pitch to you, and I’ve talked to the mayor about this, how about a reality show called, ‘Federal Way?’ That’ll catch a lot of people’s attention. I’m not sure what the theme will be but I have a feeling it will go well.” The plan calls for four business district associations — downtown, Twin Lakes, south and north Pacific Highway — and an annual economic development summit, among other opportunities for forums. The next public hearing will be held at 7 p.m., Jan. 20 at City Hall.
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January 9, 2015 [3]
2014 Marks a Year of Progress for Federal Way It’s hard to believe that it was a little more than a year ago that I was writing my first Mayor’s Memo, and preparing to begin work as your newly elected Mayor. With the support Jim Ferrell, and encouragement of this great community, and Federal Way Mayor the partnership of the City Council, we have been able to accomplish a tremendous amount in the span of twelve short months. With the New Year upon us, it’s time for reflection on how far Federal Way has come and what’s coming up in 2015. After too many years of economic stasis, Federal Way is finally moving forward. Our downtown is taking shape in a big way with the Performing Arts and Conference Center, a downtown community park, and the exciting Town Center project. As I took office last January, downtown had been mired for years in a divisive debate over building a performing arts center. Today, with unanimous Council support we are preparing to break ground on the PACC project, the cornerstone of a new, economically vibrant Federal Way. The key to action was bringing objective facts to what had been analysis paralysis. Some have argued that as a Mayor who came to the office with questions about the PACC, that I should’ve tried to kill it outright. But a Mayor’s job is to unite and lead, not divide and conquer. The Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Panel brought together local, independent experts to assess the proposed project. The panel found that the City can build and operate the PACC without raising taxes or affecting other programs, and that construction will generate $59 million in spending and 338 jobs, while ongoing operations will generate $3.2 million in spending. On July 12th, more than 1,200 residents celebrated the opening of Town Square Park, Federal Way’s first downtown park. Our parks staff did a tremendous job bringing this park in on time, and under budget. Town Square Park will only continue to get better as the City Council and I work with the community this year on a master plan for future improvements. We also introduced the Town Center Project in November, a 21-acre downtown center that will encompass future mixeduse development, Town Square Park, the PACC, the Federal Way Transit Center and future public uses among other amenities. In the coming weeks, we’ll issue a Request for Proposals to begin looking for developers to work with on building the Town Center vision.
While it’s vital that we move downtown development forward, we have been careful to keep focused on the many important needs in the community. The list of 2014 results includes saving public health clinic services for 13,700 low-income mothers and their children, preserving the historical Brooklake property, and rebuilding the popular Family Funland, along with the nation’s first wheelchair merry-go-round. We took big steps forward in public safety, while keeping Federal Way a safe city. We opened the new downtown police substation in May, fought car theft with the purchase of three new automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), addressed DUI and distracted driving with the Nick & Derek Project, and added five new officers in the new budget. We worked to enhance communication with the public holding six Neighborhood Connection meetings across the city, providing new civic content on the public access channel 21, and sharing updates with the community through a new city newsletter. Perhaps most importantly, during the past year we have worked to build a sense of community and pride in our city through a variety of public events. This started with two City Hall Seahawks rallies that drew over 600 people prior to Super Bowl 48. In the late summer, Town Square Park became Federal Way’s living room as over 900 people attended each of the two free movie nights at the park. The park also hosted its first annual holiday tree lighting ceremony December 6th with more than 500 families and children helping light the downtown holiday tree. On that evening, this city of 91,250 people seemed like a small town again. The passion for community was seen most memorably in the amazing Veterans Day event held downtown. More than 1,100 residents came downtown on Veterans Day, as we dedicated the 60-foot flagpole in our downtown and dedicated S. 320th street with the honorary name of Veterans Way. In addition to all the new work that was done, the City passed its first structurally balanced budget in more than a decade. As important as it is to move our city forward, we have to live within our means, and the 2015-2016 budget does that, with expenditures being paid for by new revenues, not new taxes, and not one-time spending. As we begin this New Year, I want to thank you again for selecting me to be your mayor and for supporting this important work. I also want to thank the City Council for their support, advice and partnership. Together, we’ve laid the foundation for Federal Way’s future. In 2015, we begin building Federal Way’s future.
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During his campaign for the mayoral seat in 2013, Jim Ferrell vowed to turn Federal Way around. “We’re going to shine it up like a new penny,” he told the Mirror. After his first year in office, Ferrell has already polished the city from a dull brown to bright copper. We have acquired a new downtown park, the historic five-acre Brooklake property that will be transformed into a new park and a Performing Arts and Conference Center and Town Center are on the horizon, among other changes. This week, the city unveiled its very first economic development strategy outlining various initiatives that will make Federal Way sparkle like a designer dress down a red carpet. Even attracting Hollywood films and television to Federal Way is part of the city’s objective to bolster the economy and improve the quality of life in Federal Way, including both education and income levels. But all of this change is not just up to the city. As the mayor noted, the city’s new strategy — dubbed “Some Assembly Required” — captures the spirit that economic development is all of our responsibility, from elected officials to those who live, work and play here. While the measures that citizens can take may not be as grandiose as those the city are taking, there are steps we can all take to make our community an overall better place. As the city works to promote and enhance Federal Way’s image, and in the spirit of the new year and Ferrell’s campaign slogan, here are some things that you can do to shine Federal Way up like a new penny: • Improve your neighborhood. Pick up trash — on the side of the road, on a sidewalk and anywhere else it appears. Park your boat or recreational vehicle alongside your house and not on the street. Fix your fence or help your neighbor fix theirs. Don’t fell trees unless you have to. • Keep your house in good looking condition. Paint, pull weeds, mow and don’t park on the front lawn. Form a Homeowners Association for aging neighborhoods that are starting to require [ more EDITORIAL, page 5 ]
Top newsmakers to watch for this year The top political stories of 2014 were: Council passage of the Performing Arts and Conference Center; state Rep. Roger Freeman’s passing; Jim Ferrell’s first year as mayor; former school board President Tony Moore’s legal problems; former school Superintendent Rob Neu’s departure for Oklahoma City; and the Council appointment of new Councilwoman Lydia Assefa-Dawson. Who and what will be the top political stories and newsmakers of 2015? This should be an exciting year for Council candidates as the city is considering several new policy directions, some of which are likely to be controversial. Much of what happens this year will set the stage for national, state and local races in 2016 and 2017. The legislative seat previously held by Freeman will be the headliner. Gov. Jay Inslee appointed Democrat Carol Gregory to fill the seat and the race will be hotly contested
by Republicans. Many expect Democrat Martin Moore to switch parties and become a Republican in order to challenge for the job. Moore has already demonstrated that he is very ambitious and is a young man in a hurry. He could be a major newsmaker for 2015. The City Council seats currently held by Bob Celski, Susan Honda, Lydia Assefa-Dawson and Dini Duclos are all up for election. Celski’s name has come up as a possible candidate for the legislative seat, but running to retain his Council position seems more probable. Honda and Assefa-Dawson both are likely to run. Duclos has said on several occasions that she would not seek another term and she did face some health issues. But lately she has been acting more like a candidate and would probably like to see the Performing Arts and Conference Center completed. If Celski wins another term [ more ROEGNER, page 8 ] Bob Roegner
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Thank you, Federal Way With a turn of the page, we usher in the new year. I predict 2015 is going to be a good one for Federal Way. Our community is positioned to make enormous changes in the coming years because of the collective vision of our residents; the hard work, dedication and expertise of city staff; our city’s positive relationships with representatives in Olympia and in “the other” Washington; and the efforts of city officials.
As a City Council member, I am prohibited from speaking for my colleagues or anyone else at City Hall. So as I write this, I am thinking about my personal perceptions of the state of the city, and I am enormously thankful for all who contribute at a high level and in any way they can to making our community a better place to live. The culmination of my first year as an elected official in 2014 on the heels of a year as an appointed Council member in 2013 makes me proud of being a small part of the transformation our city is undergoing. I ran my campaign on the thought that our city is better than our image would indicate, so I put my branding and marketing experience to work by initiating a rebranding campaign. In conjunction with Coun-
cilmembers Honda and Duclos, we formed an ad hoc rebranding committee that has now been successfully transitioned to city staff. This year, we will see that vision come to fruition. The end result will be that the pride we feel in our city will come through to all who live and visit here. This will enable city staff to more effectively attract businesses to Federal Way, resulting in more jobs at all levels being created and located in the city. I also ran my campaign on attracting satellite college campuses to the city for the same purpose: to attract businesses and jobs. This year the City Council voted to make this concept an official city sanctioned initiative and the city is now actively engaged in this effort. The promise of this initiative, in my view, is that Federal Way
residents will one day be able to obtain their college and graduate degrees in our city! This is an exciting future to imagine. In conjunction with other projects already in progress or being considered, the college initiative is positioned to attract and create corporations, jobs, upper end retail and restaurant establishments, to create a walkable downtown, and further enhance our image. But, the best result is that it has the potential of lifting up all residents to a higher standard of living derived through its anticipated benefits. The positive transformation of Federal Way has already begun through these and many other initiatives and efforts by my colleagues on city council, the mayor and by residents. This year will see this momentum
continue, with some efforts coming to fruition and new ones being started. As my first year as an elected official comes to an end, I wanted to say thank you Federal Way for allowing me to serve you during this exciting time for our city. Together, we are making history.
Kelly Maloney, Federal Way City Council
Tickled to see ‘snafu’ I was reading “One more marijuana store applicant wins lottery in Federal Way” posted Dec. 30 and I was tickled to see the word “snafu” in the last sentence of the story. It made me wonder if the reporter and editor realized that the word is a military acronym, and what the “f ” in snafu stands for. Maybe it’s moved past being an acronym and is just a word now. Not sure [ more LETTERS page 9 ]
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[ EDITORIAL from page 4] standards for upkeep. • Pick up after your dog. • Remove graffiti from your property as soon as it appears, especially along fence lines and out buildings. • Plant flowers in an abandoned lot. • Notify the city of foreclosed or distressed properties so they can notify the bank that there are standards of upkeep in the city. Complaints may be filed online at www. cityoffederalway.com or left on the city’s automated line at 253-835-2617. • Volunteer your time for an organization or someone in need. Federal Way has many worthwhile organizations to become involved with, including the Multi-Service Center, Friends United to Shelter the Indigent, Oppressed and Needy (FUSION) and Reachout, to name a few. Visit justserve.org to find service projects nearest to you. • Stay safe. Join a Safe City Federal Way social network group in your neighborhood. Members can see police post photos of suspects online and members can post descriptions of possible prowlers or burglars, while police respond to them. For more information, visit safecityfw.com. • Let the Mirror know if there are papers piling up in neighborhoods. Our circulation team will clean these up and notify other newspapers if they are not ours. Call us at 253-9255565.
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KRAFT GRADUATES FROM ARMY TRAINING
Army Pfc. Brady A. Kraft graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, South Carolina. During nine weeks of training, he studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. He is the son of Kimberly Whitney of Tacoma and Matthew Kraft of Federal Way. Kraft is a 2014 graduate of Decatur High School.
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it took a turn to discussing the issues of racism and discrimination in a political sense. “We came to pray,” Sims said. “We didn’t come to talk politics.” But what they did come to discuss was God’s will for people to have love and compassion for one another. “As things intensify in our nation, we just really need the perspective of the Lord,” said Overcomer Covenant Church Pastor Gordon Banks as he spoke to the crowd of more than 50. “… We’re different, we
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Economy and transportation city’s top legislative priorities State asked to allocate $114 million to complete “triangle” project conomic development, affordable housing and transportation were three key drivers in a legislative priority discussion between 30th District lawmakers, the Federal Way City Council and mayor on Thursday morning. On Monday, Jan. 12, state lawmakers will convene in Olympia for what is projected to be a 105-day session. The dozen legislative priorities the City Council presented were broken out among four topics: economic and community development, fiscal health, transportation and public safety. “This is our wish list,” Mayor Jim Ferrell said. “These are the priorities that matter to our community.” Chief among the economic and community development priorities is the support for a planned 700-seat Performing Arts and Conference Center and also support for a south King County regional hygiene center to benefit the homeless. Since the incorporation of Federal Way in 1990, the push for a performing arts center has had fervent support, according to Joann Piquette, president of the Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts. The coalition was founded in 1989 and ever since it has raised money little by little to bring a performing arts center to Federal Way. For years, performing
arts groups in Federal Way have had to look outside the city for venues to present programming. In late summer, construction of the center on land previously occupied by the old Toys ‘R’ Us will begin. The city was able to purchase the land, which is near the Federal Way Transit Center, with a $5 million allocation from the state. On June 3, the Federal Way City Council approved the $32 million project to Federal Way City Council members met with 30th District legislators on Thursday morning to discuss the move forward. The city city’s legislative priorities. ANDREW FICKES, For the Mirror is asking the state for an additional $4 million. The bolster support for a south want to thank the Council amounts to $114 million coalition has received more King County regional for addressing this issue. It’s to complete the “triangle” than $675,000 in donation hygiene shelter to benefit a human dignity issue. We interchange of Interstate 5, pledges from community the increasing homeless need to do what we can to State Highway 18 and State members. population in Washington’s make a healthier society, Route 161. “This is the keystone of 11th largest city. to give opportunity to all Council members and our downtown and what we Duclos brought attenindividuals.” the 30th District legislators consider our town center,” tion to the growing amount Burbidge said that the agreed that completion of Ferrell said. of state funding that is homelessness issue is a the project would be instruDeputy Mayor Jeanne diverted to north and east “serious concern” best dealt mental in improving access Burbidge said the PerformKing County from some with through a partnership to local businesses and ing Arts and Conference of the hardest hit areas in with existing resources. enhancing freight mobility Center project is a vital part south King County, includ- She also said more analysis to the Port of Tacoma. of the city’s ecoing Federal Way. needs to be done before House Rep. Linda Koch“We need to get nomic develop“We have to any request for seed money mar, R-Federal Way, said together and ment. show some pofrom the state is submitted. she’s hopeful a transportahighlight the fact “Helping to litical clout,” she Paired with the hygiene tion revenue package will move this forward that the poor said. “We need shelter is a need to push for be approved this session. can make a huge population has to get together better affordable housing Kochmar said the difference for our moved to south and highlight the standards in Federal Way. state budget is benefiting (King) County. city as a whole,” fact that the poor According to a city report, from increased revenues. Burbidge said. More and more are population has the existing structure However, this means more Senator-elect coming here, but we moved to south of state tax incentives is people want their share. Mark Miloscia, have les s and less (King) County. resulting in inequitable Because education fundR-Federal Way, dollars.” More and more placements of affording will be a hot button told City Council Dini Duclos are coming here, able multifamily housing item this session, a city of and community but we have less in King County. Federal Federal Way report said members in the and less dollars.” Way is a losing city in this this will affect other budget audience to “keep Helping the homeless is dilemma. concerns, like transportadoing what you’re doing.” one reason Councilman Finally, the Council asked tion. “I need a united comMartin Moore became so for transportation funding A transportation revenue munity that says this is our impassioned to serve in to support the complepackage may be revived, but priority,” Miloscia said. public office. tion of the remaining parts will likely face challenges Councilwoman Dini “There is an incredible of the triangle project in in passing both houses, acDuclos presented the prior- amount of disparity in Federal Way. cording to a city report. ity wished by Council to funding,” Moore said. “I This funding request
have different tastes in music … but we’re all children of God.” Banks noted it’s good for pastors and city leaders to come together in the community when it’s not based on confrontation. McNeal, who has had five children in the Federal Way Public Schools system, said with the recent turmoil in the country, he’s found it peculiar yet “refreshing” to see people of different races coming together. He was particularly moved by an image of someone who wasn’t African-American holding a sign that read, “Black lives matter.”
McNeal said for so many years he’s heard stories about police brutality — a young black male shot in the chest by police, only to be covered up to appear as a suicide — but it’s different now with the “Internet age,” which shines a light on real situations. “I have a lot of friends that work in the police force,” he said, adding that he has “major respect” for police officers. “But as an African-American, when I get pulled over, I’m still afraid.” The longtime resident said he’s grateful to live in Federal Way. He said it’s important to recognize
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that it’s not the suit someone’s wearing, but the heart inside. “Something special is happening here and the incidents around the country are a catalyst for change,” he said. “Every life matters.” Police Chief Andy Hwang said that “there’s no way the city and police can do it alone” and that they are sustained by the faith community. “The key thing is communication,” Hwang said, adding that he appreciated the community coming together to pray for the police department. “Police officers have a difficult job.”
People pray at a gathering at City Hall on New Year’s Eve. The rally was to pray for police, fire and city officials during times of national unrest. CARRIE RODRIGUEZ, the Mirror
Thrilled with the turnout of about 100 people, Wiens said the next steps include a potential monthly pas-
tors meeting, as well as to continue to develop strong relationships with other pastors and city officials.
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What may distract, engage lawmakers this year 2017. SB 5017 would make the break permanent so beekeepers don’t ever get stung by the taxman. Securing justice: A House bill seeks to ensure that protection in courthouses is the law, not a luxury. The bill would require cities and counties provide security for municipal and district courts – and to pay for it, too. There ought to be an app: When lobbyists report their dealings with lawmakers to the state Public Disclosure Commission, they turn it in on paper. HB 1058 would force lobbyists to file electronically and make it easier to see how influence is being peddled. Make room for mopeds: Didn’t see this one coming. A group of lawmakers want to allow mopeds in designated bike lanes. HB 1057 would let cities and counties decide whether motorized bikes may travel in lanes “separated from vehicle lanes by a painted line.” Assimilate: A bipartisan band of House members figures if state Supreme Court justices want to act like lawmakers (and order them around on matters like school funding) they should be elected like lawmakers. Their bill, HB 1051, would turn judicial contests into partisan races and have justices state their party preference on the ballot. Free the foe-less: Voters could soon face fewer decisions in primaries. Today, all partisan offices appear on the ballot regardless of the number of candidates. HB 1023 says no primary would be held if only one candidate files for the position. That could free up space on the ballot. It also could enable incumbent lawmakers to spend less time campaigning and more time dreaming up legislation to introduce when next year rolls around. Jerry Cornfield
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ith the start of another year comes the promise of another session of the state Legislature and the prospect — no, make that a guarantee — of more laws. A lot more laws. Remember 2014 and seemingly nothing but irreconcilable political differences between the Democrat-run House and Republican-controlled Senate? The two chambers managed to agree on 229 bills to send to Gov. Jay Inslee. And remember how Inslee proclaimed it would be a “hold steady’ year” He signed 225 of those bills into law. Already, nearly 100 pieces of legislation are drafted and in the queue for consideration when the 2015 session gets started on Jan. 12. Here’s a sample of what may engage, and distract, lawmakers this year. Schools rule: Republicans are trying again to set aside money for elementary and secondary schools before giving any to the rest of state government. House Bill 1001 is better known as the “Fund Education First” bill. High bar for taxes: It’s back, the idea of amending the state constitution to require a two-thirds vote of the Legislature to raise taxes. It was a law but the state Supreme Court tossed it out. Inserting it in the constitution might do the trick, but that’s unlikely to happen this year. Abortion rights: The Senate Democratic Caucus is united behind a bill to require coverage for abortion services in employer-provided health plans. Senate Bill 5026, with its 75-word title, is an upgraded version of the Reproductive Parity Act that’s failed before. Prime-time for pot’s cousin: With a legal marijuana industry in place, there’s a bipartisan push to do the same for hemp. Under SB 5012, Washington State University would study the feasibility of such a venture. The value of hives: Under an existing tax break, apiarists won’t pay taxes on wholesale sales of honey bee products through
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Q&A with Mr. FW: Bringing jobs and fame to Federal Way Q
: Mr. Federal Way, I am a business owner in Federal Way and I was interested to hear more about the city’s new economic development strategy that officials unveiled at the Council meeting this week. I was disappointed that while the strategy defined economic development at great length, it didn’t include the methodology the city used to determine why some of their goals are needed, such as the formulation of business district associations. I am concerned that these associations could get in the way of what the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce is already doing. What do you think about the city’s new plan? A: Some assembly may be required to go through the city’s new plan as you try and piece together where the city came up with the strategy’s moving
parts and how they plan to fit them altogether. So it’s no coincidence that Economic Development Director Tim Johnson named the new plan “Some Assembly Required.” It’s a broad plan. Mr. Federal Way thinks there are some great objectives in the plan, including rebranding the city’s image to attract more businesses here. The plan is also great in general because the city has never had one in its nearly 25-year history. But there are also some questionable parts to the plan. As you mentioned in your question, the city plans to formulate business district associations in four areas: downtown, Twin Lakes, north Pacific Highway and south Pacific Highway. What is a business district association? How and why did the city choose these four areas? Mr. Federal Way likes to play fair in love and
Volunteer for Regional Animal Services FROM STAFF REPORTS
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[ ROEGNER from page 4] on the Council, then watch him for higher office in the future. The local races may also test the interest of potential candidates for mayor in 2017 as several names have reached the speculation phase. However, the most important election may be one made by only five voters. The school board will decide who our next superintendent will be. Frequently, after turmoil, an inexperienced board, such as this one, tends to lean toward playing it safe and that might favor acting Superintendent Sally McLean. McLean is smart, well liked and knows the business. In addition to the school district, many have speculated about possible staff changes at other levels of government in the community. Watch closely. Other questions for 2015: will Ferrell be as active in his second year as he was in his first? Or will he start to settle into the job and start matching planning and action together? His new Economic Development
war and doesn’t like the idea that the city may give some business owners in those four areas preferential treatment. Will that treatment include foot massages, a day out at the spa and free chicken wings or rent for a year? Mr. Federal Way can’t say. But if this is the case, all business owners outside of these areas should plan a march over to City Hall and demand to get pedicures and a waxing too or take your business elsewhere. And what about the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce? Has the city spoken with chamber members or the CEO to discuss the scope of these so-called business district associations? Will the associations compliment, hinder or replace what the chamber already does for the business community? With the potential creation of a mayor’s roundtable of economic development advisors and a community development corporation, it seems like there will be a lot of policy talk. Mr. Federal Way
hopes all these groups will work in harmony as the plan calls for a “team effort” to produce and manage many of these objectives. Hopefully these groups will eventually move past the talking and get something done. And it should be done soon as the city has high hopes of creating 10,000 jobs over two years. The city would also like to target several industries in particular, including one seemingly random sector — filming. “In recruiting the types of businesses, I’m not going to let this one pass by,” Johnson said during the Council meeting this week. “We have never really looked at attracting filming, Hollywood films and television to Federal Way. Here’s my pitch to you, and I’ve talked to the mayor about this, how about a reality show called, ‘Federal Way?’ That’ll catch a lot of people’s attention. I’m not sure what the theme will be but I have a feeling it will go well.” Um, Mr. Federal Way is unsure how much atten-
tion a reality show called “Federal Way” will garner. Here’s Mr. Federal Way’s pitch: • “The Real World in Federal Way After an Afternoon Shopping at Walmart” • “South King Fire Made Another Not-SoSweet Boo Boo” • “Survivor: I Made it Through a Night on the Streets in Federal Way” • “13 and Pregnant — for the Third Time in Federal Way” But not all TV is negative. There’s also: • “Keeping up with the Ferrell’s in Federal Way” • “The Real Firemen of Federal Way” • “Pawn Stars Wars Along Pacific Highway” Mr. Federal Way is pretty good with writing reality TV scripts too. Stay tuned. Q: Mr. Federal Way, are you concerned about the shooting at a Parisbased satirical magazine that killed 12 people this week? A: As a columnist who frequently turns to satire to paint the local world, Mr. Federal Way hopes
that your question is innocent and void of veiled threats. Yes, Mr. Federal Way is concerned that these cartoonists and journalists who targeted political authority using their freedom of speech became targets themselves of violence. Journalists, cartoonists and columnists may anger some people in the community with their pictures and words but it shouldn’t come at the cost of their own lives. If you don’t like what someone has to say, pick up your pen and fight back with your words too. Email a letter to the editor to editor@federalwaymirror.com. Q: Mr. Federal Way, are you a member of the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce? A: None of your business.
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Services is a wonderful way to help people and pets in our region,” said Sarah Luthens, volunteer program manager for Animal Services. “Along with individual volunteers, we often have parents and children who volunteer together as a fun family activity.” In addition to opportunities at the Eastside Pet Adoption Center at Kirkland Petco, there are also volunteer positions available at the main King County Pet Adoption Center in Kent, and opportunities to volunteer at the organization’s adoption partner stores and offsite pet adoption events throughout
King County. All Animal Services volunteers are thoroughly trained by staff and more-experienced volunteers. A wide variety of jobs are available, from “kitty cuddler” to dog walker to shelter helper. Volunteers are expected to commit at least two hours a month for a minimum of six months. To learn more about Regional Animal Services of King County, visit www.kingcounty.gov/pets and click on “volunteer.” Prospective volunteers can also email volunteers@kingcounty.gov or call 206-296-3946.
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Director Tim Johnson has announced a very broad economic agenda that has several potentially controversial components. Its highlights suggest the supporters of the Performing Arts and Conference Center have bigger plans for implementing more of their goals. It also suggests that Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge may be playing a bigger role behind the scenes in formulating city direction. And since the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce represents business interests in town, new CEO Becca Martin’s leadership could make a significant impact. Ferrell, Johnson, Burbidge and Martin could be four big newsmakers in 2015. A major decision confronting the community is which southern route will Sound Transit use for its Federal Way extension, Interstate 5 or Highway 99? Which route will be best suited for Federal Way 50 years from now when more of our residents are likely to both live and work here rather then commute to Seattle or Tacoma? Which one will encourage economic development and jobs more easily? And, what will happen to the Weyerhaeuser facility?
The city legislative and economic agendas seem more focused on arts, culture and tourism rather than supporting business efforts toward sustainable job growth. This raises questions about City Hall’s commitment to the poor and homeless. Regional cooperation on a day center for the homeless is a good sound bite, but what will the city actually do? You could have already bought a really impressive shelter for the homeless with the $8.2 million the city spent on the former Target location. Last year, the City Council passed a moratorium on development for part of the downtown and purchased the former Target location because they didn’t like what a private sector developer was planning in either location. We still don’t know the whole story and these may have been good moves. But candidates for City Council may want to ask, shouldn’t the city be supporting business rather than delaying or competing with it? Could this be the year that we find out if the city is serious about a college in downtown? Although they have changed
the wording to “branch campus of a major university.” Doesn’t the branch of the University of Washington, 20 minutes away, meet that qualification? Is state government really willing to financially support another college in this area? And if so, how many years will it take for approval? Most importantly, what should be the city’s priorities? There are a lot of questions to be asked. Now is the time to influence the direction of your city. There are a lot of people trying to direct the city in a manner that helps their interests. But do they represent you? If not, you need to let your elected officials and candidates know what your priorities are. This is a very important year. Will you get involved or sit on the sideline? Some of these people will be the newsmakers of 2015. Some won’t and there are always new issues to capture the public’s attention.
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To help kick off the Seattle Seahawks’ run to a second-straight Super Bowl — and to salute the best fans in the National Football League — King County Executive Dow Constantine will raise the 12th Man flag over the King County Administration Building at 12:12 p.m. on Friday.
Federal Way resident Bob Roegner is a former mayor of Auburn: bjroegner@ comcast.net.
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[ LETTERS from page 4] what the latest style guide would have to say. Anyway, it made me laugh to see the word in a newspaper. Happy new year!
Charlotte Lewis, Federal Way
Boycott Chick-fil-A in Washington Chick-fil-A, the chicken sandwich chain, is opening its first fast food restaurants in Bellevue, Tacoma and Lynnwood. I’m asking you to boycott them. Most people know that the company has donated over $5 million to groups that oppose same-sex marriage for gay Americans. What many people don’t know is that this is only one of several offenses. Here are three reasons everyone in Washington should boycott Chick-fil-A: 1) Chick-fil-A donated money to the Family Research Council, which has been listed as a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center. The council lobbied Congress to convince them not to consider gay rights universal. Supporting policies that allow for gay people to be put to death is extreme whether you support marriage equality or not. 2) Chick-fil-A also donated to Exodus International, an organization that promoted pseudoscience conversion therapy also known as reparative therapy. This kind of therapy uses a range of techniques intended to change sexual orientation from gay to straight, but it simply doesn’t work. Mainstream health organizations are critical of the practice and no mainstream medical organization has endorsed it. The American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association have both condemned conversion therapy. This therapy is most often practiced by non-medical staff that come from religious groups. These groups, such as the Chick-fil-A beneficiary Exodus International, create the perception that being gay is something wrong that can be changed. This makes it difficult for parents to get accurate information from legitimate health organizations and enables stigmatization of gay youth. Research on the issue of family acceptance of gay youth conducted at San Francisco State University found that “highly-rejected” young gay people were eight times more likely to commit suicide. 3) Forbes magazine published an article that stated “Chick-fil-A, the corporate parent, has been sued at least 12 times since 1988 on charges of employment discrimination, according to records in U.S. District Courts.” The founder of Chick-fil-A, S. Truett Cathy, has said, “If a man can’t manage his own life, he can’t manage a business,” and that he would fire an employee who “has been sinful.” President and CEO Dan Cathy, the son of company founder S. Truett Cathy, shares these views. In an interview with the Baptist Press, Dan Cathy has said, “We are very much supportive of the family — the biblical definition of the family unit. We are a family-owned business, a familyled business, and we are married to our first wives.” There are plenty of reasons that Chick-fil-A isn’t a restaurant chain worth visiting, but the biggest reason is that the money you spend there goes to groups that aggressively work against gay people, advocating for their criminalization, psychological abuse or death. Besides not eating there you can also inform your friends and family about the practices of Chick-fil-A. Not everyone
is aware of what their purchases are funding because the Chick-fil-A brand is so new to Washington. If you’re interested in the boycott, please go to: www.facebook.com/BoycottChickFilAinWashington
Tyler Young, Federal Way
Citizens should create resolutions for school board There are some similarities and one big difference between gridlock in Washington DC and gridlock locally in Washington state. In both cases, the politicians continue to get their pay despite doing nothing to help their communities, and communities get a chance once in a while to fire them by voting them out, but in local government one big difference is that we can even do their job for them. I am talking about laws developed by citizen groups in the form of propositions. In the same way that small holders of stock can ask shareholders to vote on, say using compostable cups in all corporate offices, the people can propose laws like freezing the rise in property tax assessments so that elderly homeowners aren’t forced out of their homes. The reason I raise this is that I think the community can make great progress on changes they want to see in their Federal Way Public Schools by creating resolutions for the school board to vote on. Rather than come in for a threeminute talk on what they want to see the board do, they could hand us a resolution, such as: • Whereas, The All American City of Federal Way is regionally tied by proximity to direct support of operations at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and the Bremerton Naval Base; and • Whereas, We consider the citizens of the All American City of Federal Way to be fully supportive of military installations as top three employers in our state; and • Whereas, Federal Way High School and Decatur High School have shown positive results in student achievement from the discipline and structure afforded by Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs at their schools; and • Whereas, Federal Way Public Schools has a stated objective to improve educational outcomes for their students; Therefore Be It Resolved, That the Superintendent convene a committee to evaluate our ability to support expansion of the Junior Reserve Officer Training programs to Todd Beamer High School and Thomas Jefferson High School through the programs under the Department of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps; and if viable from the perspective of community support, student participation requirements, teaching staff and administrative support should prepare a report to the Federal Way Public Schools board of education that includes a recommended timeline and budget for executing such an expansion. The board cannot possibly be the exclusive “good idea factory” for Federal Way Public Schools.
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Considering how the Open Public Meetings Act prevents the board from collaborating on ideas except in open public forums, I believe it can be extremely difficult to develop well-crafted resolutions. Community resolutions could help the district to move forward faster on great citizen developed initiatives that help the educational and life outcomes for our children. I am not saying the school board is unable to do the job. I am saying that the community has another way to participate in the improvement of their schools beyond a three minute talk and/or prayer.
Hiroshi Eto, Federal Way Public Schools board
Human trafficking and unregulated capitalism Prostitution, human trafficking and slavery are an integral part of unregulated capitalism and will be impossible to eradicate until we are willing to morally gird ourselves to bring unruly, heedless, amoral capitalism under human rule for the benefit of humans and society, rather than functioning as a ungoverned portal of wealth and profit for a very few. The wealthiest 10 percent of the world’s population own 86 percent of the world’s assets; the wealthiest 1 percent own and control nearly half of the world’s assets. Accumulation of wealth and property add up to total power for the few if humanity is not given a voice in the distribution of wealth and goods that their labor and ingenuity contribute to the world. Unfortunately, we are in the throes of a moral morass, the legacy of the cheerleading whore of unregulated capitalism, said Ayn Rand, who unquestionably advocated “full, pure, uncontrolled, unregulated laissez-faire capitalism .... The moral justification of capitalism lies in the fact that it is the only system consonant with man’s rational nature, that it protects man’s survival qua man, and that its ruling principle is: justice.” What justice if people starve? What justice if women and children are pressed into prostitution in order to survive? When profits, consumption and capitalism rule supreme over human lives and the basic principles of humanity and fundamental human rights, hundreds of workers die in the collapse of a garment factory in Bangladesh, because, internationally, poor industry regulations or oversight enable minimum standards of pay, workplace safety and other conditions of work. Women, children, even many men, have their humanity taken from them and they are reduced to exploitable commodities, mere objects that serve to enrich, sensually please, and in every way gratify the whims and caprices of the very wealthy. If we fail to grasp that incredibly ugly and demeaning reality, we cannot hope to end human trafficking, slavery and prostitution.
Karen Hedwig Backman, Federal Way
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[the Multi-Service Center] and Catholic Community Services to help out those individuals.” The hotel was purchased in 2013 by Haewon Choe, also an owner of Happy Motel LLC in Bellevue. Ridgecrest was last appraised in 2014 at a $415,700 total value. The one-story motel at 1812 S. 336th St. has 11 rooms and was built in 1947. A city Department of Community Development inspector said construction work was performed at the motel without permits or inspections, which created unsafe conditions. Electric work, plumbing, installation of windows and doors and an added laundry room/ storage area was recently constructed. Larry Frazier, director of Community Development, notified the motel owner that the various construction and electric work that was performed violates state law and city code and revoked the building’s certificate of occupancy. The city ordered the discontinuance of electrical service to the motel because conductors and equipment were found to be in a dangerous or unsafe condition and not in accordance with state regulations. Since this forced the motel owners to shut down power, the building is not permitted to be occupied. A single family unit inside the motel was also shut down. Frazier reported it lacked sanitation and has not been maintained, making it “not habitable.” As a result, habitable minimum standards of sanitation — including confirmation of hot and cold running
an important legislative session,” Inslee said in a news release. “I know she’s prepared to be engaged on the issues she cares about most — education, local government and human services.” The governor was forced to make a decision on who would fill the spot after the Pierce County Council and King County Council could not agree on one of three appointees chosen by the 30th District Democrats in early December. “It was stressful but it was a little more surreal because I’m the kind of person who likes to take
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water, adequate heat, removal of rotten decaying floor and wall finishes, removal of rot and mold and confirmation of code compliant function of the fireplace — is needed before the motel can be occupied. “It’s important to take care of this because peoples’ health, safety and lives are at stake,” Carrel said. “Everything needs to be up to code to ensure the people living at the motel are not harmed in any way.” Before the motel can be re-opened, permit applications for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and energy code permits must be made, plan review performed and permits obtained. Subsequent inspections must be scheduled, performed and approved before the city can reissue the certificates of occupancy or use of these buildings, according to Frazier’s report. Carrel said the owners are aware of the violations and are attempting to attain a permit and correct the issue. “They are taking positive steps to address everything correctly,” Carrel said. “Right now they are waiting on their permit application and that will be a key milestone in enabling them to move forward.”
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12/6/41-1/2/15 Chuck passed away suddenly on January 2nd, leaving behind the love of his life, Kay, after 50 years of marriage. He also leaves behind his daughter, Stephanie (Steve) and his son Shane (Tina) and his four grandsons Jacob, Christian, Jordan and Cason.
A memorial service will be held at Northwest Church, 34800 21st Ave. SW, Federal Way, on Friday, January 16th at 11:00 AM. Potluck Reception to follow.
v Bryan Wesley Olson s November 10, 1972 – January 4, 2015
Bryan Wesley Olson, 42 of Portland, Oregon, passed away on January 4, 2015. Bryan was born on November 10, 1972 in Seattle to Paul and Patty Olson. He attended and graduated from; Mirror Lake Elementary, Sacajawea Junior High and Federal Way High School and attended Green River Community College. Bryan was very active in sports; he enjoyed soccer, roller-skating at the Skate King, did Tae Kwon Do, was on the Diving Team in High School, and was a member of his bowling team the “Pin Heads.” He worked and a counselor at camp for handicapped children, but he most enjoyed being a DJ performing at many clubs and events. Through being a DJ, Bryan loved collecting all kinds of music and making mix CDs for family and friends. On March 18, 1995, he married Jeanette Patrice Post in Portland, Oregon. The family remembers Bryan being a very loving and generous man, who even saved a man from a burning home, and for that he received the Medal of Honor from the Portland Fire Department. Bryan is survived by his wife, Jeanette Olson, children; Matthew, Brendon, and Desirae, mother and step-father, Patty and Wally Jones, and brother Brent Olson. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Olson. There will be a memorial service held at the Mt. Tabor Building of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Saturday, January 11, 2015 at 11:00am. Donations can be made to Bryan’s gofundme account on Facebook.
Shirley Gayle Kilcup: 1935 – 2015 “... Christ has made us accepted in the beloved. In whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace;” Ephesians 1:6-7 Shirley was born January 20, 1935 in Pasadena, California and went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 1, 2015 in Federal Way, Washington. Shirley spent her early years in Pasadena, California, the Dominican Republic and Spain where her parents were Christian missionaries most of their adult lives. Shirley graduated from Pasadena City College in 1953 before she married the love of her life, Gerald M. Kilcup of Federal Way, Washington in November 1954. Shirley lovingly raised six children with the knowledge and love of Jesus Christ as the center of the family’s life. She spent many years teaching a weekly neighborhood Bible class in the family home. She also gave of her time in international ministry work translating and responding to Spanish and Portuguese letters received from Latin & South America and Europe. She shared the same heart for folks in these faraway places that her parents had once served. After her husband, Gerry’s, retirement she enjoyed spending time together with him gardening, snow skiing, relaxing at their cabin on Rocky Bay and watching their family grow in number to include twenty one grandchildren, twenty one great grandchildren (and three more on the way). Shirley is survived by her daughters Karen Cedarland (Tim) of Gig Harbor, Sharon Zuerlein (Steve) of Fife, Kristina Vanderlinde (Tony) of Tacoma and sons Thomas (Tina) of Buckley, David (Stacy) of Gig Harbor and Jonathan (Beth) of Gig Harbor. She was preceded in death by her son Timothy and recently by her husband Gerry. Shirley enjoyed nothing more than spending every day with her husband Gerry whom she met at “High Dive” Park on Surprise Lake in the Summer of 1951. Together they raised a family, gave of their time to the Lord’s work and enjoyed each day as a gift from God. The family extends their warmest thanks to Lisa Higgins and Evelyn Bacon as well as the many family members and friends who have shown their love to Mom during these last few months. Shirley will be interred at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday January 10, 2015 at Lifeway Church located at 5015 Southwest Dash Point Road, Federal Way, Washington 98023.
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Federal Way police arrested a man on Dec. 24 suspected of seven armed robberies at convenience stores in Federal Way since late November. The suspect, Valoaga Frankie Falaniko, a 21-year-old Federal Way resident, was charged with first-degree robbery on Dec. 29 and held on $100,000 bail for the robbery committed on Dec. 24. Federal Way police in conjunction with Des Moines police have filed an additional seven counts of robbery. Police believe Falaniko is responsible for 20 robberies in King and Pierce Counties. The remaining jurisdictions are still concluding their investigations, according to a police spokesperson. Police were alerted to an armed robbery in the 33300 block of Pacific Highway South at Stop In Grocery the day of Falaniko’s arrest. He allegedly used force, striking the victim with his handgun during the robbery, injuring his neck and head. After Falaniko allegedly stole $200, the
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room in the basement. Both said that on Dec. 24 they heard Falaniko leave and return a short time later. The stated he came back and went directly into his room without greeting them, which was not normal. The couple also told police that in prior weeks, Falaniko complained that he didn’t have any money or a job, the documents continue. After losing his job at Starbucks, he was still able to provide the couple with hundreds of dollars on several occasions, they said. Falaniko’s criminal history includes a DUI conviction in 2013.
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daughter and her friend recently ran away before. Police reported no suspicious circumstances regarding this incident. The daughter was last seen wearing black pants and a black jacket. Domestic dispute: At 1:55 a.m. on Jan. 2 in the 29000 block of Military Rd. S., staff at Walgreen’s witnessed a dispute between a man and woman outside the store. When police contacted the couple, they insisted they were only arguing. A Federal Way Domestic Violence Resource Guide was presented to both parties and they were advised to separate for the night, but the two walked away together and caused another 911 call a short time later. Both parties were contacted again and both stated it was just another argument. No injuries were seen and no crime was committed. Meth and a warrant: At 4:33 p.m. on Jan. 2 in the 35000 block of 16th Ave. S., police contacted a female inside Walmart and she was arrested for a confirmed warrant. Suspected methamphetamine was located on the female. The woman was booked
into SCORE jail without incident. Harassment and threats: At 5:12 p.m. on Jan. 2 in the 2500 block of S. 320th St., police received a call from a woman claiming that a suspect she had a protection order against was contacting her by phone. The victim said the suspect called her eight times Jan. 2 and was at her work when she left. Police determined the protection order was valid and served. They were unable to locate the suspect and sent the case to a prosecutor. Abuse accusation: At 3:15 p.m. on Dec. 28 in the 19900 block of Second Place SW, a woman living in a home said she feels she is being abused by the staff who care for her. The woman told police she was not being physically abused, but complained she was being disrespected. She stated she wanted the police to take her to another place to live, which police said was not possible. The woman was told to contact her case worker and to request to be placed into another home. No crime occurred and the case was closed. Football fight: At 4:34 p.m.
on Dec. 28 in the 20000 block of 320th St., a fight broke out at the Wild Wing’s restaurant during a football game viewing. All involved parties had minor cuts, but refused medical aid. Other unknown parties left prior to police arrival. The manager of the restaurant requested the parties in the parking lot be trespassed from the restaurant. Suspect head-butts officer: At 4:31 p.m. on Dec. 27 at 1928 S. Commons, a man head-butted an officer after he was arrested for disorderly conduct in The Commons mall parking lot. He was arrested and transported to St. Francis Hospital for potential overdose of drugs. False gun report: At 3:56 p.m. on Dec. 27 in the 2500 block of S. 286th Place, a woman called 911 stating she had a gun held to her head for a while before the suspect then left and fired shots somewhere else in the area. When police arrived they detained three people in an apartment. No weapon was found and no evidence of a shooting was found. After speaking to both sets of occupants inside two different apartments
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• Jeff Otto has been a police officer for 14 years. He was hired by the department in January 2001. Prior to that he worked at a local Safeway for 10 years. Otto is a member of the SWAT team. He is competitive and athletic, completing two Ironman races and summiting Mt. Rainier twice. He has been married for 12 years and they have two children. • Keith Pon has been a police officer for 17 years. He was hired by the department in March 1997. Prior to law enforcement he was a food service manager and pastry chef. He spent 11 years in the U.S. Marine Corps reserve. He has a Master’s Degree in criminal justice. He and his wife have a 4-year-old son, who is currently visiting family in China. • Ron Potts has been a police officer for 28 years. He was hired by the department in March 1997. Before moving to Federal Way he was a deputy sheriff for the Riverside County Sheriff ’s Department in southern California. Prior
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ederal Way wins the girls team title and senior Arian Carpio of Todd Beamer won her division at the South Puget Sound League girls wrestling tournament at Rogers High School on Jan. 3. Federal Way’s team scored a total of 150 points, while Todd Beamer came in at third place with a total of 103 points. Thomas Jefferson High School wrestlers came in fifth place with 57 points. There were 21 teams participating in the tournament. Carpio pinned Kentwood’s Sara Mozaleskie in just 27 seconds in a 135-pound championship
bout. The 12th pin of the season pushed the Titans star to 13-0. Tally Thomas at 170 pounds took the top spot in Federal Way’s team standings, with a score of 150 to 135.5 over Puyallup High School’s top wrestler. Todd Beamer’s Fernanda Carmona, at 155 pounds, was also a champion. Ana Sanchez at 110 pounds received second place. Third place winners included Amanda Henderson at 100 pounds, Olivia Weinberger at 120 pounds, Jillian Strickland at 125 pounds, Anna LaPella at 135 pounds, Nakea Ridders at 170 pounds, Roxanne Maidesil at 190 pounds and Alisia Cendrowski at 190 pounds. “I was proud to see the
Arian Carpio of Todd Beamer High School during a wrestling tournament in 2013. File photo girls continue to grow into a cohesive unit,” said Travis Mango, Federal Way coach. “The girls truly exemplified the family
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Since Pyle had already bought himself a new television, the Ranch’s awarded keep in touch with them,” Dave Ranch said. “General- him a $500 Visa gift certificate to spend however he ly people only buy a house chooses. once every seven years and “I was unless an agent surprised to “I was surprised to is in contact with them all the win because I’m not win because time, it’s easy for one of those people I’m not one of those people them to forget that watches every that watches about us.” every game game and knows For all 16 weeks of football the teams very well. and knows the teams very games played I just got lucky.” well,” Pyle this year, some- Paul Pyle said. “I just got one won a gift lucky.” card each week. Pyle said he Around 60 started off not clients particidoing very well, but quickly pated. started climbing ahead “We kept track of who each week. won the most during the “This made me more course of the year and awarded a big screen televi- interested in football this year,” Pyle said. “I paid sion to that person,” Dave more attention at what was Ranch said. going on this year for sure.” The winner was Federal Pyle plans on using the Way resident, Paul Pyle. gift certificate to purchase
gas for his RV. Pyle and his wife are headed for a three-month trip starting in California and ending in Arizona. “This fun game is an example of what a great company this is and what great people the Ranch’s are,” Pyle said. “I’ve bought two homes from them and they made the process so easy for me.” Dave Ranch credits his son Chris for coming up with idea for a football pool. “We’ve always done fantasy football together and had an office football pool going and he said one day, ‘hey, let’s do it for our clients too,’” he said. Keller Williams plans on hosting another football pool next year. “It was a good thing to do for our business and our clients really seemed to enjoy themselves,” he said.
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wo officers did not use excessive force when they shot Joseph Walling several times in 2011, according to a Federal Way police commander’s review. In the Feb. 7, 2012 administrative review, patrol Commander Melanie McAllester of the Federal Way Police Department stated officers Kris Durell and Joseph Mehline — the subjects of an active federal lawsuit — used appropriate force in the shooting. The review, which the Mirror obtained through a public records request, was based on information presented in an investigation from the Renton Police Department. McAllester cites policy section 1.3 of the Federal Way Manual of Standards that each officer is expected to use only the degree of force reasonable under the circumstances perceived by the officer at the time of the event to successfully accomplish the legitimate law enforcement purpose and bring the incident under control. “Officer Durell had reason to believe that his life was in danger as the suspect charged at him and refused to stop his advance even when officer Durell was on the ground,” she
wrote. “Officer Mehline had reason to believe that officer Durell had been shot and his (officer Durell’s) life was in danger. I have determined that both officers used lethal force in defense of officer Durell’s life and therefore are within department policy.” Force is judged by the severity of crime, whether there’s an immediate threat and on resistance or evasion of arrest. But Walling is suing the Federal Way Police Department for alleged negligence and the violation of his civil rights guaranteed by the Fourth and 14th amendments of the Constitution, which include the “unreasonable seizure of his person and the use of excessive force.” The unarmed Federal Way resident was shot in his upper thighs at approximately 2:45 a.m. on Nov. 22, 2011 after he admittedly charged at someone he claims he didn’t know to be an officer. However, it was officer Durell. Durell and Mehline had responded to a domestic violence call at his residence, located in the 31700 block of 50th Lane SW in Federal Way. Walling’s roommates told police in witness reports he was throwing punches and acting very aggressive with
one roommate because of a disagreement over a TV show and/or noise. They were all drinking alcohol that evening. The Renton police investigation states Walling snuck out of his bedroom window as police arrived. The officers searched the apartment complex in the dark and saw an apartment window open and Walling trying to open the apartment door. In an interview with the Renton police investigator, Mehline said while they were searching for Walling he didn’t shine his flashlight on Durell “because he didn’t want to back light” him and could only see shadow figures as a result. Mehline said Durell shouted, “Show me your hands,” before Walling allegedly “came from the left at a fast speed, possibly running right at officer Durell,” the documents continue. Mehline said Durell yelled “stop, stop, stop” and then he heard gun shots. “Officer Durell fell back onto his back at least two feet then seemed to roll onto his left side,” the investigation states. “… The suspect walked closer toward officer Durell and toward Durell’s right side, kind of circling him.” After telling Walling to “get back,” Mehline said
the suspect ignored it and continued to walk around Durell. “He (Mehline) fired four shots at center body mass and believes that officer Durell was firing around the same time,” the investigator wrote. Mehline told the investigator on the last couple of shots, he believes Walling was turning away from him. Durell told the investigator he didn’t draw his gun until he saw Walling attempting to open an apartment’s sliding glass door. He said he tried to back up when Walling started to charge at him but he was too fast so Durell fired “four or five shots.” After he fell back, he lost his flashlight and felt disoriented and dazed from the fall, he told the investigator. “Since Walling was still approaching and standing over him, officer Durell fired what he believed were about 10 additional rounds until his gun was empty,” the investigation states. In a brief phone interview with the Renton investigator, Walling said he thought the people with flashlights were his roommates’ families and “he never would have attacked a police officer if he knew who it was.” He said they never announced they were police. The investigator interviewed several residents
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K9 officer to locate and apprehend a suspect. She said the K9 officer and handler were en-route to assist the on-scene officers in locating Walling. “The K9 is uniquely qualified to apprehend fleeing suspects,” she wrote. “Although a K9 is not always available and in some instances suspect apprehension cannot wait for the arrival of a K9, when available, other officers should establish a perimeter and allow the K9 to locate and apprehend the suspect.” The city filed a response to Walling’s complaint on Dec. 31, denying the majority of his allegations, which include that officers didn’t identify themselves, that there was negligence and his civil rights violated. Alternatively, the city alleges Walling failed to state a claim that calls for relief because he assumed the risk of injury. The city’s response states his claims should be dismissed and barred because of his own conduct, and that Walling was under the influence of alcohol at the time he was shot and his condition was a “proximate cause of injury, and he was more than 50 percent at fault.” These assertions are among a list of 10 other affirmative defenses. A trial date has not been scheduled.
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who heard the shooting. Three witnesses said they heard shots, a pause, and then a “barrage” of shots. Two reported six shots, with one stating it was in “succession.” The roommate Walling was in a fight with prior to the shooting said he heard four shots and Walling said he was shot between five or six times and suffered a total of 10 bullet wounds. The investigator obtained Walling’s pants from the evidence department and found his cell phone with two “through and through” bullet holes in it. “It appears that the bullets came from the left rear of the pants, through the leg and into the cell phone,” he wrote, adding that he examined the pants and was ultimately unable to determine which gunshot holes were entry or exit. He found two in the left buttocks, one in the front left thigh, four on the right knee “that appears to be skimming or just one,” two on the right lower buttocks and four “in the seat.” Walling was not charged with a crime that night. At the time of the investigation, police still hadn’t determined which bullet holes were entry or exit wounds. McAllester recommended in her review that officers should wait for a generalist
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2 R E S T I N G P L AC E S Asking $5500 ea or best offer. Desirable Sunset Memor ial Par k. Great views to reflect upon memor ies. Located in the Garden of Rest. Side by side, spaces 3 and 4, lot 57. Seller will pay fee. Call Bill at 425-679-6364 BEAUTIFUL LOCATION 1 Plot for sale. Value $5000. Asking $3,000. Mature floral landscape with fountain. Peaceful location in “Garden of Flowers”. Desirable Bonney Watson, Sea Tac, near Airpor t. Please leave message, I will return your call 206-7349079. BELLEVUE
$8000 SUNSET HILLS Cemetery plot or 2 plots for $15,000. Well manicured Garden of Prayer. Lovely panoramic cityscape setting. Easy access, right off the road located in Lot 78, spaces 3 & 4. Owner pays transfer fee. Private seller. Loyd at 509-674-5867.
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY REQUEST FOR BIDS 2015 ASPHALT OVERLAY PROJECT RFB # 15-001 SUBMITTAL OF SEALED BIDS: Notice is hereby given that the City of Federal Way, Washington, will receive sealed bids through February 11, 2015, until 10:00 a.m., at the City Hall Purchasing Office or by US Mail at City of Federal Way, Purchasing Office, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington 98003. Proposals received after 10:00 a.m. on said date will not be considered. BID OPENING: All bids will be opened and read publicly aloud at 10:10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2015, at City Hall Hylebos Conference Room, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington, for this RFB. All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid deposit by a cashier’s or certified check, or Bid Bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into a contract and furnish satisfactory Performance Bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid deposit or bond shall be forfeited to the City of Federal Way. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: This project shall consist of: The project shall consist of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor, and other work or items incidental thereto (excepting any materials, equipment, utilities or service, if any, specified herein to be furnished by the Owner or others), for the construction, sequencing and traffic control plan for overlaying existing asphalt concrete pavement in up to five (5) different locations within the City of Federal Way. The work shall include but not be limited to: Hot Mix Asphalt Class ½” PG 64-22 pavement overlay (approximately 9,000 tons), roadway excavation, pavement repair, planning bituminous pavement, paving fabric, removal and replacement of existing concrete curb & gutters, sidewalks, approaches, wheel chair ramps, mountable curb, extruded curb, pedestrian refuge islands, traffic signal detection loops, traffic markings, restoration,
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Contractor’s Resource Center, 2301 So Jackson Street, Suite 101B, Seattle, WA 98144 iSqFt Planroom, c/o Cascade A&E 235 9th Ave North, Seattle, WA 98109 – oregon-washington@isqft.com The City, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49 C.F.R., Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 23 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. The City encourages minority and women-owned firms to submit bids consistent with the City’s policy to insure that such firms are afforded the maximum practicable opportunity to compete for and obtain public contracts. The Contractor will be required to comply with all local, State, and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to equal employment opportunities. The City anticipates awarding this project to the successful bidder and intends to give Notice to Proceed as soon as the Contract and all required associated documents are executed in full. However, regardless of the date of award, or Notice to Proceed, the Contractor must complete all work under this project by October 31, 2015. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS: The City of Federal Way reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the bidding, and determine which bid or bidder meets the criteria set forth in the bid documents. No bidder may withdraw his bid after the hour set for the opening thereof unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding thirty (30) days. Published in the Federal Way Mirror January 9, and January 16 2015 FWM 2191
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American Association of University Women: Eva Abram will present a conversation on the topic, “Defeating Racism Today: What Does It Take?” from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 10 at Christ Lutheran Church, 2501 SW 320th St. For more information, contact Mary Kun at marmikk@ comcast.net or call 253-925-1274.
January 11
Jazz LIVE at Marine View: Danny Quinttero and a talented quintet will perform from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 11 at Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Dr. NE, Tacoma. For more information, contact Jim Foster at jimfoster@ harbornet.com or call 253-2299206.
January 12
Lessons on Recovering From a Stroke: Lisa Steubing, AFPA Certified Personal Trainer and Senior Fitness Specialist will share at 7 p.m. on on Monday, Jan. 12 at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, call 253-838-3668.
January 14
Coverage is Here in King County: Public Health representatives will help enroll individuals for low-cost private insurance at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, call 253-838-3668. Clutter Clearing & Disposal Options: Learn techniques and tips for effective clutter clearing from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at City Hall Council Chambers, 33325 8th Ave. S. For more information, email recycle@ cityoffederalway.com or call 253835-2771. Multicultural Book Group: Group will meet to discuss the book, “The Rebellious of Mrs. Rosa Parks” by Jeanne Theoharis at 7
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January 15
Game On: Middle school, junior high and high school students can play video games at the library beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-0257. Essential Oils Introductory Class: Learn about the benefits of essential oils from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information contact Jean at scents4balance@outlook.com or call 253-661-2836.
January 17
Family Health & Safety Fair: This free event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17 at the Federal Way Community Center. Over 30 health and safety vendors will be represented along with the FWPD K-9 Unit and South King County Fire. Cholesterol and glucose screening is available for just $10.
January 19
Rainier Audubon Society: The Rainier Audubon Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, at Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 51st Ave. S. Presentation entitled “South Georgia Island” delivered by Jim Danzenbaker.
January 21
Women’s Club of Federal Way: Lunch meeting begins at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at Twin Lakes Golf & Country Club. Universal dancer, Suzanna, will perform. Newcomers welcome. Cost is $15; call 253-927-2766 to reserve a spot. Anime Club for Teens: Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. Some anime titles may be rated PG-13. For more information, call 253838-3668.
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Clothing donations: The MultiService Center Clothing Bank in Federal Way is in need of clothing donations for all members of the family. Contact 253-838-6810. One-on-One Resume Assistance: A KCLS volunteer can provide 45 minutes of one-on-one assistance writing or updating resumes. Registration required. For days and times, please call 253839-0257. Computer Classes: Library volunteers provide computer classes or one-on-one help to learn email, Excel, Facebook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word and more at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For dates and times, please call the library at 253-838-3668 or visit www.kcls.org. Citizenship Classes: Learn how to become a United States Citizen at 6:30 p.m. on Monday evenings at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. Study for the interview and exam, and practice reading, writing, listening and speaking English in a friendly environment. No class on Jan. 19. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-3668. Legal Clinic: The King County Bar Association provides free 30-minute consultations with volunteer attorneys regarding civil legal issues at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. Attorneys cannot represent clients but can refer to other assistance. Available by appointment only. Please call 206-2677070 between 9 a.m. and noon, Tuesday through Thursday. English as a Second Language Classes: Classes to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with an experienced instructor will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-8393668. Super Wednesday- AfterSchool Adventures: After school program for students grades 3 through 5 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St.
For more information, visit www. kcls.org or call 253-839-0257. Daytime Playtime: Family program for ages 1 to 3 accompanied by an adult at 11:30 a.m. every Thursday at Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org. Spanish Story Time: Family program for all ages at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls. org or call 253-839-0257. Family Story Time: Family story and song program for ages 3 to 6 at 1:30 p.m. every Friday at the Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-8390257. Pajamarama Story Time: Family program for all ages at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls. org or call 253-838-3668. Young Toddler Story Time: Family program for ages 1 and 2 accompanied by an adult at 10:15 a.m. every Thursday at Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www. kcls.org. Toddler Story Time: Family program for ages 2 and 3 accompanied by an adult at 10:15 a.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. and 11 a.m. every Thursday at Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www. kcls.org. Preschool Story Time: Family program for ages 3 to 6 accompanied by an adult at 11 a.m. every Wednesday at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls. org or call 253-838-3668. Study Zone: Drop-in from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 4 to 6 p.m. on Fridays for free homework help from volunteer tutors at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www.kcls. org or call 253-838-3668.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars: VFW Post 2886 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at Steel Lake Presbyterian Church, 1829 S. 308th St. For more information, contact Tom Leonard at thomasc29@msn.com or call 253-927-1615. Kiwanis Club: The Kiwanis Club of Greater Federal Way meets for breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant on 320th. For more information or to inquire about membership dues, contact Marie Sciacqua at sciacqua05@gmail.com or 253-941-7060 or visit www. greaterfederalwaykiwanis.org Lions Club: The Federal Way Lions Club meets at noon the first and third Tuesday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on 320th. For more information, contact Bob Darrigan at 253-874-4282. Chess Club: The club meets from 9 a.m. -10:15 a.m. every Saturday at the LDS Church building, room 13, 841 S. 308th St., Federal Way. For information, visit www.fwchessclub.com or call Don Hyun at 206-948-2640. Twin Lakes Toastmasters Club: Club meets from 6:30 p.m. to 7:55 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club. For more information, contact Don Everly Smith at TwinLakesToastmasters@gmail.com or call 425-241-4888. Town Criers Toastmasters Club: Polish your public speaking and leadership skills at this weekly meeting, which runs 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Thursdays at Panera Bread restaurant, 2107 S 320th St. Contact toastmaster2577@gmail. com or 253-735-5749. The St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary: Group meets at 6:30 p.m. with meeting beginning at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month in the Medical Office Building, located next to St. Francis Hospital. Call Andrea at 253-944-7960. Freedom From Tobacco Support Group: Group meets from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday, at St. Francis Hospital, Oncology Waiting area. For more information, call Heidi Henson at 253-426-6746. South King County Gluten-
Free Support Group: These free meetings are held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. the third Monday of the month at Marlene’s Market and Deli, 2565 South Gateway Center Place. Speakers include respected dietitians, naturopaths, restaurant owners and more. Contact alandnanherg@hotmail.com or 253-839-3499. Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: Group meets second and fourth Thursdays, starting with social hour at 6 p.m., at Avalon Care Center, 135 S. 336th St., Federal Way. Call 253-344-1767.
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Historical Society of Federal Way: Volunteer opportunities include collections care, greeting public at public events, docents for historic Denny and Barker cabins, computer work, building maintenance and phone calling. For more information contact Diana NobleGulliford at diana@gulliford.com or call 206-412-5545. Federal Way Coalition Against Trafficking Opportunities: Local non-profit is seeking volunteers for various positions including website manager, funding coordinator, event coordinator and graphic design coordinator. Email info@fwcat.org for more information. Volunteer Chore Services: This Catholic Community Service program is committed to providing in-home chore assistance to elders and adults with disabilities, helping them to remain in their own home for as long as safely possible. Volunteers provide assistance with the following tasks: transportation, shopping, housework, laundry, minor home repair, communications (phone buddy) and yard work. To learn more about this rewarding opportunity, contact Tiffany Perri at TiffanyP@ccsww.org or 253850-2525. Drivers needed: Volunteer drivers are needed to transport elderly residents in King County. Contact 206-326-2800 or resource.l@ghc. org. Send Community Calendar items to editor@fedwaymirror.com
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slightly above their annual target goal of 76.2 percent of students graduating on time and 80 percent graduating within five years. The goal of the Community Center for Education Results, or The Road Map Project, is for 78.4 percent of students to graduate by the end of the 2014-2015 school year. Long-term, the school district hopes to reach a 92 percent graduation rate by 2020. McLean said the district will also be launching a drop-out reengagement center second semester. With more access to date, McLean said it’s opened the door for more conversations. “Last year, 30 percent of our students, across all grade levels, missed 15 or more full days of school,” she said. “As you can see by some of the materials on your table, in partnership with the Franciscan Health Care, a campaign has started to remind our parents and students that “Every Day Counts.” Still, students like Pegues are able to succeed through
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Graffiti on a dumpster at Steel Lake Park in 2012 represents Sureno King Lokotes and the Brown King Family 18th Street gangs, according to the blog nwgangs.com. Courtesy of nwgangs.com guidance they need for a more positive future — drug and alcohol treatment, mental health and anger management counseling, job training and placement, GED tutoring and other education services, mentoring and more. “We want to increase the availability of these kinds of services and make them better coordinated, more effective and more efficient,” Bridge said. “But gangs are a community problem and we need our community to join us in this effort.” Here are a few ways you can get involved: • Become more educated and aware of the issue. • Serve as a mentor or a tutor. Local organizations like the YMCA and Boys and Girls Clubs are great places to volunteer. • Hire a young person who deserves a second chance. • Contact local policymakers and ask them to support efforts that help gang-involved youth. • Support the nonprofit organizations in your community that are helping to end gang violence and offer more positive pathways to gang members. To learn more or share your ideas for how you can make a difference, contact Anica Stieve at 206-696-7503, ext. 20, or astieve@ccyj.org.
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The Federal Way boys basketball team beat the Thomas Jefferson High School Raiders 81-62 on Tuesday night, giving them a South Puget Sound League victory. It wasn’t an easy win though. After a high first half lead of 57-47, the Raiders started catching up after Will Osborn scored a three-pointer for Thomas Jefferson. Marcus Stephens made a differnce in the third quarter, making two free throw shots, which sparked more points for Federal Way, giving them a new lead of 67-50. Federal Way credited their defense for the win. They used a half-court trap and full-court pressure in their game against the Raiders. SARAH KEHOE, the Mirror BBCN_HYBRID CD_FederalWay_SEA_0105.pdf BBCN_HYBRID CD_FederalWay_SEA_0105.pdf
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