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Shortfall prompts electrical rate hike Co-op to tackle $600K drop with surcharge Journal staff report
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The view from the summit of 710-foot tall Mount Grant stretches out to Mount Baker and the Cascade Range to the east, to Mount Rainier to the south, and southwest to the Olympics Mountains.
Preserve with a view, road Promise of Mt Grant preserve unveiled at campaign kick off By Scott Rasmussen Journal editor
A thin haze lingered out on the horizon that obscured all but the snow-capped peaks of two of the northern Cascades tallest mountains. Even so, the promise of Mount Grant was clearly visible to many of those assembled on its summit for the May 31 kick-off of a fundraising campaign aimed directly at making its auto-accessible peak and the 141 acres of woodlands that surround it the newest publicly owned nature preserve in San Juan County. “There’s just too many superlatives,” Cal Ryan said of the view from atop the 710-foot-tall peak. A San Juan Island resident of 34 years, Ryan, accompanied by wife Mary Karen and son Bobby, and friends, made a first-ever foray to the summit of what long has been a privately owned mountaintop and forested woodlands to see for himself what all the talk was about.
“It’s one of the last places where we can make a big impact.” — Land Bank Director Lincoln Bormann,
“I’ve never seen the island from this view,” said Ryan, while spying the family’s San Juan Valley farm out in the distance, far below. Like the Ryans, more and more islanders have become familiar with the unique setting that is Mount Grant, formerly known as Lawson’s Ridge, since the San Juan Preservation Trust and the Land Bank joined forces on a plan to purchase and preserve the property, and then plunked down a $1 million down payment in mid-March on a pending $3 million purchase. Flanked by Trout Lake to the south and Lawson’s Pond to the north, Mount Grant sits in between Cady Mountain and Mount Dallas. It’s only a smidge smaller than both and its craggily summit offers expansive views in all directions for as far as the eye can see. Its peak has been a beckon for clandestine hikers over the years and a series of hiking tails through See ROAD, Page 4
Orcas Power & Light Cooperative will add a surcharge onto electrical bills beginning in July, a financial tool that is expected to help the Co-op make up ground on a shortfall in projected revenue of $600,000 so far this year. The amount of the pending surcharge, approved in concept last week by the OPALCO board of directors, has yet to be determined and could fluctuate monthly, according to a press release circulated by the Co-op following a May 28 meeting of the board and Co-op management. Record-warm temperatures in 2015 and a resulting lower than anticipated rate of electrical consumption by Co-op members were cited for the shortfall. “The revenue shortfall is due to lower than projected sales of kilowatt hours because of record warm temperatures this year,” the Co-op said in the press release. The surcharge follows on the heels of a $10.30 increase in the co-op “base rate,” aka facility charge, that went into effect in February. Individual utility bills were expected to rise by 9-12 percent as a result. That increase was instituted by the Co-op, in part, to help make up for a $1.4 million shortfall in revenue in 2014. It has also cited a need to generate additional revenue to pay for infrastructure improvements, like the pending $15 million replacement of the underwater power cable connecting Lopez and San Juan islands. The Co-op 2015 budget called for a 12-percent increase in revenue over last year’s mark. OPALCO’s financial forecast
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calls for a similar facility charge increase in each of the next five years. “The Board has a fiscal responsibility to keep the Co-op in the black,” Board President Jim Lett said in the press release. “The surcharge will meet that need as we further evaluate and research longer-term rate solutions to address the changing landscape.” At Co-op headquarters, warmer than normal temperatures are only part of the changing landscape. The member-owned power cooperative recently acquired Friday Harbor-based Rock Island Communications, a long-established local provider of internet services, under a partnership intended to help provide local See HIKE, Page 4
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Billboard marks new home of APS APS embarks on fundraising campaign for new animal shelter on Cattle Point Rd.
The sign doesn’t tell the whole story, but it does serve as an eye-catching landmark for the new home of the Friday Harbor Animal Protection Society and the APS-run animal shelter. Located at 994 Cattle Point Road, the property was purchased by APS through a donation by Robert and Rebecca Pohlad and, with a conditional-use permit in hand, APS has embarked on a fundraising campaign to generate the money needed to build a new shelter at the new location. APS had sought new space for the animal shelter, on Port of Friday Harbor property on Shelter Road near the west end of the airport runway, after it was unable to renew its lease two years ago. Anywhere between 60-75 cats and kit-
tens are adopted year-in and year-out through the animal shelter. Adoptions of dogs and puppies number about 35-40 a year, collectively. The shelter remains a “no-kill” facility for any adoptable animal Pending a successful fundraising campaign, entitled “New Home, New Hope,” APS hopes to complete construction of a new shelter at the new location within the next two years. The campaign will shift into high gear beginning with the annual “Wags to Riches” fundraiser, a sequel to last year’s popular “Night in Monte Carlo” theme, June 27 in the main exhibit hall at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. APS also foresees numerous options ahead in deciding upon a name for the new shelter. For more information about plans for the new shelter or to donate to the cause, contact Shelter Director Leslie Byron, 360-378-2159.
Former Co-op GM earns lifetime achievement award His career began on the ground floor. In fact, it began by sweeping the floors. The Northwest Public Power Association honored former general manager of Orcas Power & Light Cooperative Randy Cornelius with its Lifetime Achievement Award at its annual conference, May 20, in Anchorage Alaska. Cornelius, who stepped down from the local power Co-op’s top administrative post a year ago and more recently was elected to the OPALCO board of directors, was recognized by NWPPA for 40 years of service in the electric utility industry and his effort on behalf of public power.
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“I’ve enjoyed my career in public power and have done everything from sweeping the floors to constructing line and managing utilities,” Cornelius said in a prepared statement. Randy Cornelius “I had the good fortune of leading an amazing organization in OPALCO and am grateful to Foster Hildreth who took over the reins. I have confidence in his ability to lead us successfully through the next set of challenges facing the industry—so much so, in fact, that I’ve signed back on as a board member to support him and enjoy the ride.” NWPPA is an international association repre-
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senting and serving consumer-owned, locally controlled utilities in the western U.S. and Canada. Its lifetime achievement award recognizes retiring or retired policymakers and managers from member utilities. Cornelius began what would become a lifetime career in the utility industry as a teenager, working in a warehouse. He became a journeyman lineman and then earned a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering at Oregon State University. While in Alaska, Cornelius worked extensively on the Blue Lake Hydro Dam. As director of electric utility for the city and borough of Sitka, Alaska, he represented the city and borough before federal and state regulatory agencies. He has worked closely with Bonneville Power Administration, Northwest River Partners, and served on various boards including WRECA, ARECA, Southeast Intertie, and NWPPA. — Scott Rasmussen
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A new sign serves as a landmark for the new home of Friday Harbor APS on Cattle Point Road, and a beacon for a fundraising campaign for construction of a animal shelter. From left; APS board members, staff and supporters (and friends), Amy Lehr, Jamie Ellsworth, Leslie Byron, David Ralston, Don Pollard.
Economy in focus at EDC luncheon Noted economists Dr. Hart Hodges and Dr. Anneliese Vance-Sherman will be featured guest speakers at the Economic Development Council’s annual “Economics” luncheon. Presentations by Hodges and Vance-Sherman will explore the past, present and future of the regional economy, as well as present trends in employment, industry and sales data. Hodges, director of Western Washington University’s Center for Economic & Business Research, will also lead a
discussion about shaping the islands’ economy. Vance-Sherman is a Washington state regional labor economist. The annual luncheon, now in its 6th year, is Wednesday, June 17, at Brickworks, 120 Nichols Street in Friday Harbor, 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. Space is limited; tickets, $20, are available at the EDC website, www.sanjuansedc.org. The luncheon also includes presentations by the EDC’s Gary Franklin, board of directors president, and EDC Director Victoria Compton.
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Change in state law aids marine projects Amendment championed by Hughes eases restrictions on local road fund
What once were muddied waters should be a good deal clearer thanks to the persistence of a San Juan County Councilman and the signing of a new bill that expands the list of state-authorized projects that can be paid for by local road funds. On May 11, Gov. Jay Inslee signed into law engrossed House Bill 1868, which adds “marine uses relating to navigation and moorage” to the list of authorized expenditures that govern the use of county road funds. County Councilman Rick Hughes, Orcas, sought to have that list broadened to ensure the road fund could be used not only for repairs and maintenance, but for improvements or new marine-related facilities as well, such as docks, barge landing, boat ramps and mooring buoys. “For a community surround entirely by water, we have to have an effective transportation system that includes both good roads and marine facilities,” Hughes said in a press release. “Our way of life and economy depend on it.” In practice, the change in definition will allow the county to spend road fund money on a variety of marinerelated facilities, including Odlin dock (No. 14 on Public Works' 2015-20 transportation improvement program, Obstruction Pass boat launch, and Hunter Bay dock and boat ramp (No. 6). The county road fund totals $11.4 million in 2015. The county maintains eight different docks with floats, eight boat ramps (three that are barge capable) and leases two outer-island moorage docks. Although the road fund has been tapped in the past for maintenance and repairs, Hughes said state law had restricted use of gas-tax generated monies, either directly or through grants, exclusively for road-related projects. Even repairs or maintenance were
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Gov. Jay Inslee signs House Bill 1868, May 11, flanked by San Juan County Councilman Rick Hughes, left, Laura Merrill of Washington State Association of Counties, far left, and state Sen. Pam Roach, right.
somewhat of a “grey area” under existing law, he said. While intended initially as an alteration that would have statewide impact, the bill was eventually tailored for only those counties consisting entirely islands, thereby affecting only Island and San Juan counties. Hughes found allies in state Rep. Kristine Lytton, D-Anacortes, who sponsored the bill, and Rep. Jeff Morris, D-Mount Vernon, and Sen. Pam Roach, R-Auburn, and Washington Association of Counties Policy Director Laura Merrill. Twenty-one House Republicans voted for the bill. “The cool thing was that we were able to pass this bipartisan support,” Hughes said. “But it did take some time.” Whether it be mooring buoys, boat ramps or access for residents of so-called outer islands, Hughes said that he would like to see the county be able to provide greater public access for boaters, when funding allows. — Scott Rasmussen
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Led by “celebrity” captain and Seattle Time sports writer Percy Allen, front right, team “Heritage” shot a collective 59 over 18 holes to finished two strokes ahead of its nearest competitor and first in the 2015 San Juan Island Islands Bank Celebrity Golf Classic. From left, team members are: back row, Mark McClintock, Brian Vance, Thomas Sandstrom. Front, Percy Allen, Craig Bailey.
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gested multiplier of $0.0175 per kilowatt hour as a starting point. At that rate, the monthly surcharge for a household or business that consumed 1,000 kilowatts would equal $17.50. The board is expected to make a final decision on the surcharge when it meets June 18. The surcharge is described by the Co-op as a “corrective action” required to remain compliant with its federal lender, the Rural Utilities Service branch of the USDA, and as an “interim” measure as future rates and charges remain under discussion. Another “rate structure” shift is expected in 2016.
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the woodlands below is part of the plan. But the truly unique feature offered by Mount Grant is the gravel road that leads to the summit. A vestige of a once-planned-for and partially developed subdivision of 12 lots, it will be a gateway to the peak of a nature preserve, much like the road leading to the top of Orcas Island’s Mount Constitution, for those to whom a hefty hike could prove too much of a challenge. It’s because of that road that Mount Grant offers something that can’t be found even at the renowned Turtleback Mountain Preserve, Preservation Trust Director Tim Seifert said. “There are people who’ve never been to the top of Turtleback because they can’t get there,” he said. “People are a big part of these islands and it’s important to have access to some these unique places.” In addition to the road, hiking trails, mostly undisturbed woodlands and the summit and the 360-degree views, the condition and sheer size of the would-be preserve make the property a one-of-a-kind opportunity, Land Bank Director Lincoln Bormann said. “It’s one of the last places where we can make a big impact,” he said. Still, whether such an impact becomes reality rests with the fundraising campaign. The two land conservation agencies face a September deadline on another installment on a seller-financed loan, followed by another in early 2016.
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fire by running the engine pumps that deliver the water from the hoses to the fire. Along the way, See was on the safety committee for 15 years, has been squad boss for wildland fires, has done rope and vehicle rescues, and has helped developed the “Evap Program” course for driver training evaluation for the fire department and emergency medical services as well. It is a “very good feeling being part of this group,” See says. “There’s nothing like going into a burning building and putting that fire out. You just feel so good about that.” “It is a dedicated group of different personalities who
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Orca Bowl team nets Top 20 at nationals The Friday Harbor High School’s Orca Bowl team not only made waves at the regional marine science contest in March, they won the whole shooting match. And, with the victory, the fourperson squad, consisting of seniors Courtney Bell, Max Haenel and Sam Stewart, and sophomore Corbin Williams, claimed the Orca Bowl regional crown for the fourth time in six years and clinched a berth at the nationals by besting 20 other high school teams from Washington state. Flash forward to April 23-26, and the Friday Harbor Orca Bowl squad snared third place in the Science Expert Briefing portion of the national meet and finished 18th out of 25 other regional champions competing at the National Ocean Sciences Bowl in Ocean Springs, Miss. As part of the SEB, students take on roles and interests of various stakeholders in drafting a piece of federal
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marine legislation, one of the more challenging elements of the national competition. Sponsored by the Washington D.C.-based Consortium for Ocean Leadership, the National Ocean Sciences Bowl draws about 2,000 stu-
dents from more than 300 high schools to regional competitions across the U.S. In a quasi-Jeopardy-like format, members of the marine sciences teams face myriad ocean-related toss-up questions and team challenge questions that can span the range of just about any field of natural science; chemistry, biology, physics, geology, history, economics, etc. This year’s berth at the national competition was the fifth over the past six years for Friday Harbor. The 2014 team fell short of a berth at the regional contest a year ago. The 2013 team, however, following a narrow defeat and a secondplace finish at the state contest two years ago, earned a trip to nationals after last year’s regional champion, Garfield High School, declined to take advantage of its automatic berth at the national competition. — Scott Rasmussen
ROV team ‘crushes’ the competition Operating a vehicle underwater by remote is becoming somewhat of a speciality at Friday Harbor Middle School. For a second year in a row, the middle school ROV Club competed at the Marine Advanced Technology Education Pacific Northwest Regional. This year, they won. Led for the second consecutive year by captain Matthew McElrath, age 14, the middle school’s team Oceanus Explorations guided its ROV, “Orange Crush,” through a series of simulated tasks, scientific maneuvers and subsea pipeline inspections and repairs, with near-flawless precision, scoring 239.6 out of a
possible 270 points, to win the regional’s Scout Class at the May 9 competition in Seattle, and leaving even its nearest competitor, with 212 points, high and dry. In the competition, each team has five minutes to set up, 15 minutes to complete its maneuvers and then five minutes to break down equipment and depart the demonstration area. Each member of the three-person team has specific assignments in operating the ROV. In addition to McElrath, the club’s elder statesman, Oceanus Explorations consists of 13-year-old Levi Doenges, Orange Crush pilot, and Justin Ha, also 13, who shares engineer and hydrau-
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lics specialist duties with McElrath. The theme of the 2015 MATE competition, “Science and Industry in the Arctic,” highlighted the use of ROVs in extreme environments and the role they play in polar science and the offshore petroleum industry.
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Friday Harbor grad earns BFA
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Friday Harbor High School graduate Desirae Marie Whalen, Class of 2011, recently earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre performance from Chapman University in Orange, Calif. Whalen will spend two more semesters at Chapman to complete a second bachelor of fine arts in creative producing for film.
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distorted into a political or personality issue; this direction is unproductive. This is the time to support, not attack, your Co-op. In the meantime, if people really want to encourage usage based rates and at the same time lower the county’s carbon footprint and improve their own and the county’s balance of payments, they should be driving electric vehicles. Electric vehicles would increase consistent electric power sales so that the rate component of billings can increase and make room for fixed charge reductions. I understand that there will be Leaf exhibits (and test drives) at the energy fairs. Getting the county off fossil fuels and onto cheaper electric motive power to the extent practicable would be a real step with genuine and positive impact on the individual, the environment, and OPALCO. BILL APPEL Waldron Island
Junk mail only makes blood boil
Am I the only one who is just sick and tired of all the junk mail? I’m personally making a resolution: Not one more check is going to leave my house that isn’t for a genuine local need. The only positives to junk mail are that apparently thousands of low-level jobs are being created and the Post Office is being kept alive. The political parties and the “causes”… who even opens the envelopes? Belatedly, I’ve realized— duh—that all this stuff just generates landfill, that’s all. Am I the only one complaining? Is there no solution? MARY FRANCES MCELFRESH Friday Harbor
— Editor’s note: the meeting of which Mr. Appel refers took place May 28
Time to support... not attack Co-op
Bishops calling the shots at PIMC
There is speculation about this Thursday’s OPALCO board meeting (May 28). Ideology and personalities, long focused on in our small community, are irrelevant when margins of choice narrow. The bottom line is that OPALCO has to do whatever it has to do to stay in loan compliance. Co-op or not, this should not be
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Janice Peterson’s response to Mike Buettell’s letter about the upcoming hospital board election had some interesting comments (“More questions for candidates,” May 27, pg. 6) But she felt Mike’s question concerning the Catholic Bishops (“Are you
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okay with Catholic Bishops making health care decisions for islanders?”), “... assumes a fact for which no evidence is offered.” For those who may have come into this issue only recently, the foundation for Mike’s question is this: Peace Health (and Peace Island Medical Center) follow the “Religious and Ethical Directives for Catholic Health Care.” These policies are often referred to as the “Bishops Directives” because their source is the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. And, Peace Health enforces those directives, based on Catholic religious doctrine, on both physicians and patients. People can differ on whether that’s a good or a bad thing, and whether or not it’s appropriate for a facility receiving public funds. Regardless, the Bishops Directives drive many of Peace Island’s policies regarding medical care. For example, “Peace Island Medical Center honors a patient’s valid Advance Directive [for end-of-lifecare] unless it conflicts with hospital policy, law or the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care.” Their words, not mine. Given these easily verifiable facts, calling Mike’s question “loaded” is strange. If by “loaded,” Ms. Peterson means: “people might get uncomfortable discussing subjects Peace Health would rather keep under cover,” then maybe it
is loaded. But Mike’s direct question assumes facts very much in evidence, and to my mind and that of many others, very important. Do we islanders think medical decisions should be controlled by the doctrines of the Catholic Church (and its Bishops)? Or, should medical decisions in a publicly-funded facility be made solely on the basis of best medical practice, ensuring patients their full rights under our civil laws? CHARLES RICHARDSON San Juan Island
Co-op on right track with rates
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design right. I was responsible for rate and regulatory matters for a utility with over 1,000,000 customers and our goal was to try to get rate design linked to cost causation. For most utilities, fixed costs represent 75 percent or more of the cost of providing electric service. The balance is energy or fuel. Fixed costs are akin to your monthly car payment. The bank does not care how many miles you drive, the payment is the same. Similarly, the utility has fixed costs that must be paid regardless of how much energy (measured in kilowatt hours) customers use. Energy conservation and rooftop solar reduce energy consumption, but do nothing to impact fixed investment already made by the
utility. Raising basic service or fixed charges is the correct way to recover fixed costs rather than through volumetric charges ($ per kWh). Nationally, utilities are attempting to redesign rates as OPALCO has done. I have not reviewed OPALCO’s embedded cost of service study but will hazard a guess, based on 40 years experience, that a correct fixed-cost charge would be in excess of $50/ month and the corresponding energy charge would be about 6 cents per kWh. So, I believe OPALCO is headed in the right direction and has made a great step towards correct rate design. DAVID RUMOLO Friday Harbor
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Where do our Wolf Hollow: myths versus reality It may work well, but information on dollars go? the “grapevine” it’s always accurate
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s we navigate our first summer with the ferry reservation system, social media is rife with complaints about how it’s faring. But what we’re taking away from that discussion is something entirely unrelated: islanders are spending quite a bit of time and money on the mainland. One of the biggest complaints is: “I do most of my shopping on island, and now it’s inconvenient to plan trips to Costco.” Shopping local is more than frequenting an island store now and again. It’s about understanding the link between healthy communities and healthy businesses. It’s about hiring local contractors, buying local food, and patronizing local shops because it strengthens the island for all of us. Buying products at home keeps that money circulating closer to where it’s being spent. Known as the multiplier effect in economics, it creates a ripple effect where those businesses and their employees spend your money locally. It is estimated that for every $1 spent at a local business, 45 cents is reinvested locally. For every $1 spent at a corporate chain, only 15 cents are reinvested locally. But we can’t ignore that San Juan have everything we need. For those items that you simply cannot get here, Councilman Rick Hughes recently told us an interesting fact: shopping online helps our local economy because San Juan County receives sales tax on items shipped here. So shopping on Amazon.com is better than going to a mainland store. As for the ferry reservation system? Washington State Ferries is listening. To be a part of the reservation conversation, log onto the Ferry Riders Opinion Group and participate in their survey: http://www.ferryridersopiniongroup.com/.
PUBLIC MEETINGS n SJC Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, June 3, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., County Legislative Building, 55 Spring St. n SJC Marijuana Regulation Work Group, June 3, noon to 1:30 p.m., County Legislative Building, 55 Spring St. n Friday Harbor Town Council, June 4, noon & 5:30 p.m., Town Council Chambers, 60 Second St. n Noxious Weed Control Board, June 8, 8:30-10:30 a.m., WSU Extension, Skagit Campus, 221 Weber Way n San Juan County Fair Board, June 8, 9-11 a.m., San Juan County Fairgrounds, 846 Argyle Ave., FH n San Juan Island Library Board of Trustees, June 9, 3 p.m., Library, 1010 Guard Street n Housing Bank Commission, June 10, 11:30 a.m., SJC Health & Community Services, 145 Rhone St., FH n Friday Harbor Port Commission, June 10, 4 p.m., San Juan Island Yacht Club, 273 Front St. n Stormwater Citizens Advisory Committee, June 11, 8:30-11:30 a.m. County Legislative Building, 55 Spring St.
By Shona Aitken
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couple of weeks ago our phone rang and woman’s voice said: “Hi. I know you don’t care for little birds, but a robin flew into my window and my neighbor said you could give me advice on how to take care of it.” What a perfect educational opportunity. Two misconceptions about Wolf Hollow rolled into one. In a few moments chatting on the phone we were able to assure the caller that we do care for lots of songbirds and would be happy to provide care for the injured robin. The only thing we couldn’t do was give her advice on how to take care of it herself. The robin was soon in our care, receiving treatment for a head injury, but the caller’s comments made us realize how easy it is for people to have misleading ideas about an organization such as Wolf Hollow. Consider just this one call Myth: We don’t treat “little birds.” Fact: In 2014 we treated over 140 songbirds, which is around 30 percent of our patient total for the year. We raise tiny nestlings when their nests are destroyed and care for injured birds that are attacked by cats, fly into windows or are hit by cars. Chickadees and wrens may be small, but they are just as essential in the ecosystem as hawks and owls. Myth: We give people advice on how to care for wild animals themselves. Fact: We can’t do that because it is illegal and puts both people and animals at risk. Having an injured owl in your living room or raising raccoon kits in your bathroom could lead to all kinds of injuries or diseases for you or your pets. It is also not as easy to care for wildlife as you might think (Don’t believe everything you read on the internet!). Wild animals need very specific diets and care to recover from injury or grow up healthy and strong. They also need to behave like wild animals so they have the best chance of survival once they are released. An animal that is kept in a home and gets used to being around people and pets is
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Far left; a robin nestling perches on a twig. Above, a hooded merganser duckling nestles against a clutch of feathers at Wolf Hollow.
going to be at a real disadvantage when it meets others of its own kind for the first time or walks boldly up to the first person or dog it meets. Wildlife rehabilitators have the specialized foods, medications, enclosures and skills to give wild animals the best possible chance, so, if you find an injured or orphaned wild animal, please call Wolf Hollow, 378 5000. So that takes care of these particular Wolf Hollow myths, but there are more. One golden oldie that resurfaces from time to time is the myth that we only take small mammals and birds so we can feed them to larger carnivores. If it wasn’t so sad, we could get a good chuckle out of that one, but we are too busy feeding the blackbird nestlings every 30 minutes, preparing food for ducklings and caring for the young squirrels or doves. Don’t believe me? Take a look at the “Currently in Care” list on our web site, www.wolfhollowwildlife.org. This approach would certainly reduce our food bills (which are over $3,000 each year for raptor food alone) and our caseload, (to a few very fat eagles and owls), but would defeat the purpose as the smaller creatures are just as important in the natural scheme of things as the big, glamorous ones, and are injured or orphaned by human activities just as often. I don’t know how they start, but I’m sure there will be many more myths about what we do at Wolf Hollow. However, now you know some facts and can tell your friends, who can tell their neighbors, and so on. I wonder how long it will take for the non-myths to get around. — Editor’s note: Shona Aitken is education coordinator of Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Obituaries
Betty Lou Nord: 1942-2015 Betty Lou Nord, 73, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Optum Hospice in Birmingham, Ala. She was born on May 17, 1942, in Charleston, S.C., the daughter and fifth child in a family of eight, of Henry and Evelyn (Poole) Lee. Betty lived in Portland, Ore. from 1956 until 1972, when she moved to Seattle, Wash. While in Seattle she worked in real estate and land development until she met and married John M. Nord in 1978. In 1994, they retired to Friday Harbor, Wash., and enjoyed a wonderful life
on the island. Betty loved decorating/designing and gardening. She also was a fabulous cook and was a hostess of many dinners for friends. Betty was known for a wonderful sense of humor and was extremely generous to all people. Betty and John spent 36 blessed years together until John went to be with the Lord on Aug. 6, 2014. After his death, she moved to Birmingham to be with her family. Betty is survived and will be forever missed by her sister, Tina Burleson of Birmingham, Ala.; a niece, Kelly Rushin of
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side service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at St. Francis Cemetery in Friday Harbor, Wash. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Anacortes, Wash. and the San Juan Islands. To share memories of Betty, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com. — Family of Betty Nord
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Me, you, and a plant named bamboo By Toni Shiurba
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ant to win first prize at our upcoming County Fair? Then it’s time to put on your gloves and fertilize your dazzling perennial shrubs. With an optimistic outlook, I’ve planted Lilac colored Dahlias, deep pink Peonies and a fascinatingly fragrant Foxtail Lily (Eremurus Stenophyllus). Personally, I’d like to figure a way to enter my incredible Phyllostachys nigra, or his older brother Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis. Three years ago, Wild Bird Bamboo had a booth at the
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Better known as a tropical plant, bamboo also thrives in the San Juans Fair and as my friend John Stamey rattled on, it struck me. I stared at his containers of waving wonders. Quickly, I conjured up a new idea for the island between my driveway and the main dirt road I live on. Dust storms billowing from behind all the unthinking people speeding somewhere in a great hurry was the problem I had to solve. One bamboo specimen John was selling was incredibly lovely. I had to give it a try. I prepared a deep hole, meticulously planning to contain my yellow bamboo, and lined it with a thick rhizome barrier to keep the roots prisoner. No escapees. The stalks have risen to 15 feet tall and several feet in width-all in three years. It is a stunner of bright yellow culms (stalks) with a green sulcus (indent on the stalks). My beautiful Phyllostachys Spectabilis. The next year, I found his brother- the black stalked Phyllostachys nigra. Jet-black stalks contrasted by feathery leaves makes this Timber Bamboo my favorite. Slow to grow at first, it has the capacity to tower 35 feet. Now, all that digging, toiling and sweat has resulted in a sweet reward. The Spectabilis, or “yellow bamboo,” formed the dense forest I had hoped it would and given me bamboo stakes for my peas and tomatoes to boot. The black stalks of his neighbor are gaining
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Above; a close up of Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectbilis, aka yellow bamboo. Left, a thriving grove of bamboo makes for an effective “dust scene” for a gravel road and ideal habitat for songbirds.
height and girth. Referred to taxonomically as a “Tribe,” these flowering perennial evergreen plants are part of the grass family. They are a haven for the songbirds I love to watch. Yellow Finches, Red-winged Blackbirds, orange crossbills, chickadees and others sit and preen on the feathery branches. The deer don’t seem to nibble on it and it’s impressive to watch it grow, and I now have a living dust fence. I’m designing a sign for my new Salish Seas Jewelry business out of both types of bamboo to highlight my Northwest Indian inspired creations. Come to the Fair on Friday and Saturday in the main building and ask me about growing bamboo. My brother is a biologist and scientific innovator who works and lives in Japan and, being the smart one, he teaches me many things. Recently, he said: “Toni, you need to grow take-no-ko,” which is the common Japanese name for several species of bamboo. Light bulb. A beautiful, edible perennial plant to add to my growing dust shield. I can see myself standing, AVAILABLE mattock in hand, flinging YEAR ROUND dirt left and right in one more place. Publishes the Fall week of July 1st Colleges SSIS Seniors Will Attend This Now where did I put those in the Journal & Sounder Fall chopsticks? California State Polytechnic University at Pomona
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What’s Happening! Wednesday, June 3 Community Blood Drive, Mullis Center, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-ins welcome, priority for donors with appointments. Sponsored by SJI Lions Club. Info or appointment, C. Van Hyning, 317-8399, cvanhyning@ gmail.com Housing: Crisis in Affordability, Library, 7 p.m. Nancy DeVaux of SJ Community Home Trust discusses lack of affordable housing, Home Trust plans to move a dozen “re-purposed” home from Victoria, B.C. Info, 378-2798, www. sjlib.org On Book! Readers Theatre, (New date) SJCT, 7:30 p.m., free (doors open at 7 p.m.). Douglas Schirmer directs a half-dozen veteran actors in a reading of Edward Albee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “A Delicate Balance,” in SJCT Gubelman Room. Info, 378-3210, www. sjctheatre.org
Thursday, June 4 Spineless: Portraits of Marine Invertebrates, the Backbone of Life, SJI Museum of Art, 540 Spring St. free. IMA presents an exhibit by celebrated wildlife photographer Susan Middleton, May 23-Aug. 21. Open Thurs-Mon, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Info, 3705050, www.sjima.org World Peace Meditation, Lavendera Massage, 285 Spring St., 6:30 p.m., free. Focused meditation to send love, healing across the planet, led by Reiki practitioner Tamara Kay Dean. Info, 378-3637, lavenderadayspa@ gmail.com
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he artistic works inspired by the unique setting of San Juan Island come in all shapes, sizes, colors, textures, materials, media, dimensions and so on. And the artists that create that work? Well, they’re a diverse lot as well. On June 6-7, not only will you have the opportunity peruse a multitude of truly mesmerizing San Juan Island crafted art, but you can seize the chance to observe a host of island artists at work, or possibly at play, in their natural habitat: the studio. The 24th annual Artists Studio Tour will feature 15 different studios and 41 distinct artists, many of whom will share space (if you’re wondering about the math) and all of whom boast their own unique style, flair and vision when it comes to the tough, timeconsuming task of turning inspiration into a work of art. You’ll find oil on canvas by Shiwei Gao, stone, glass and metal sculptures by Tom Small, pottery by Paula West, paintings by Nancy Spaulding and Matt Dollahite, ceramics by Lauren Jawer, jewelry by Stella Joh, photography by Keith Busha and glass, wood carvings by Laura Long, fused and lampwork glass by Darleen Nixon, and jewelry and encaustic paintings by Yvonne Buijs-Mancuso… and that’s just for starters. But the artists studio has always been much more than just about the art. The annual two-day event offers tour-goers a gateway into the everyday life of an artist and a good look at the surroundings in which as artist creates. Demonstrations, watching an artist in action, is one of the hallmarks of the tour. While many locally crafted works of art are sold year-round at trade shows, online and through galleries, the two-day tour provides a novel opportunity to chat up an artist one-on-one and discover what makes them tick and about the creative process. But that’s not all. The 2015 tour also features a raffle drawing for door prizes at each of the 15 studios. Fill out a raffle form for a chance to win a work of art donated by each of the 15 participating studios. For more about the tour, or to whet your appetite by taking a “virtual tour” of the tour, visit www.sanjuanislandartists.com.
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Continued from page 9 ket, 3-7 p.m., Brickworks Plaza. Local arts, local crafts, local musicians, local food, lots of local fun. Info, 472-0216
Saturday, June 6 Artist Studio Tour, various San Juan locations, begins 10 a.m. 24th annual two-day event features self-guided tours of 15 island studios presenting creations by 41 local artists Info (map), www.sanjuanislandartists. com Ancient Visitors: Island pre-history in focus, South Beach, 10 a.m. to noon, free. The Burke Museum’s Dr. Julie Stein leads a trek through time on the American Camp prairie. Sponsored by SJI National
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portation & senior meal programs. Info, 378-2677
Author Event: ‘Learning to Float’, Brickworks, 120 Nichols St., 4-5:30 p.m., free. South Whidbey’s Allan Ament recounts being the caregiver for his wife, following her stroke, a journey told in his memoir, “Learning to Float.” Presented by Hospice San Juans, Griffin Bay Bookstore, SJI Ag Guild. Info, 317-8220
In Concert: Barbershop Bonanza, SJCT, 2 p.m. Annual barbershop concert features Island Chordsmen Plus, Sweet Vibrations, Pacific Sound Chorus, Bon Vivants (See guest column, pg. 11). All tickets: $18. Info, 378-3210, www.sjctheatre. org
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Contra Dance, Grange Hall, 7:30 p.m., free. Instruction provided. Called by Mike Cohen of the Contra Band. Info, nature@interisland.net, 378-6313
Artist Studio Tour, various San Juan locations, begins 10 a.m., ends at 5 p.m. (See pg. 9 for details). Info (map), www.sanjuanislandartists. com Pancake Breakfast, Mullis Center, 9 a.m. First Sunday of every month; proceeds help off-set the cost of trans-
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Tuesday, June 9 Art Lecture Series, Library, 10:30 a.m. to noon p.m., free. Painter, lecturer Tory Raggett presents “Looking
to learn, Looking to Learn,” on three successive Saturdays, featuring Pacific Northwest painters. Register at the library. Info, 378-2798, www.sjlib.org US TOO Support Group, Mullis Center, 6 p.m. Prostate cancer support group. Individuals & families welcome. Info, 378-5250, teddy@teddydeane.com On Screen: “Directly Affected,” Grange Hall, 7 p.m., free. Documentary explores how the proposed expansion of Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Pipeline in British Columbia directly affects those in its path. Presented in partnership by Raincoast Conservation Alliance and San Juans Alliance. Info, 378-2319, www.sanjuans.org
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Graduation season kicks off with the FH High School Class of 2015 commencement ceremony Saturday, June 6, at Turnbull Gym. Author in Town: Don Easterbrook, Mullis Center 7 p.m., free. Geological whiz kid and WWU professor emeritus Dr. Don Easterbrook may have relied on laser, sonar and satellite imagery to help put together his latest book, “Cruising Through Geologic Time in the San Juan Islands,” but in the most comprehensive
study of the islands in nearly 100 years, he tells the story in language most anyone can understand. Presented by FH Grange No. 225. Info, www.myweb.wwu.edu/ dbunny/
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Human voice in harmony: Barbershop style ‘Bonanza’ By Jim Morrison
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TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING(S) NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Town Council will hold their regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. Agenda(s) will be posted at Town Hall and on the Town website: www.fridayharbor.org. LEGAL NO. FH636438 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands June 3, 2015.
ORDINANCE NO. 1562 An ordinance amending Chapter 17.64 FHMC to allow for historic landmark preservation was adopted by the Town Council on Thursday, May 21, 2015. The full text of this ordinance shall be mailed upon request to the Town Clerk, POB 219, Friday Harbor, Washington, 98250 / (360) 378 2810. LEGAL NO. FH636437 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands June 3, 2015.
PUBLIC NOTICE: TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR SURPLUS EQUIPMENT SALE The Town of Friday Harbor will receive SEALED BIDS on the following list of equipment deemed surplus: Item No.: Description: 1. Handheld blower, gas powered. 2. Garbage cans, stone aggregate, 20 pieces available. Note: Bid per piece 3. Metal tire setter. 4. Bricks, 24 pc. Note: Bid as lot 5. Miscellaneous office equipment. The equipment will be available for inspection 8:00 AM through 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, at the Town
Maintenance Shop located at 501 Marguerite Place, Friday Harbor, Washington. Bid instructions will be available at the Maintenance Shop or by contacting the Town Clerk at 378-2810. Sealed Bids: All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked “Sealed Equipment Bid�. All bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM, Friday, June 12, 2015. Submit bids to: Town Clerk of Friday Harbor, 60 Second Street, PO Box 219, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Bid provisions: After notification, successful bidder will have ten (10) working days to respond, purchase
and collect their item(s). Those items purchased, but uncollected, will be disposed of twenty (20) days following original notification and purchase funds will not be refunded. Payment shall be cash, money order, or cashier’s check. Successful bidder is responsible for all applicable taxes and licensing fees. The Town of Friday Harbor reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. LEGAL NO. FH635951 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands June 3, 2015.
MISCELLANEOUS LEGAL NOTICES 2015 MRSC ROSTERS SMALL PUBLIC WORKS, CONSULTANT, and VENDOR ROSTERS The Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington (MRSC) hereby advertises on behalf of local government agencies in Washington State (local governments), including - but not limited to - cities (Titles 35 RCW and Title 35A RCW), counties (Title 36, RCW), port districts (Title 53, RCW), water and sewer districts (Title 57 RCW), school districts and educational service districts (Title 28A RCW), fire districts (Title 52 RCW), transit agencies (Ch.35.73 RCW), and public utility districts (Title 54 RCW), for their projected needs for small public works $300,000.00 or under and consulting services throughout 2015. Additionally, MRSC advertises on behalf of some local government for their projected needs for vendor services throughout 2015. Interested businesses may apply at any time by visiting the MRSC Rosters website at www.mrscrosters.org. For questions about MRSC Rosters, email mrscrosters@mrsc.org. SMALL PUBLIC WORKS ROS-
TERS: Service categories include construction, building, renovation, remodeling, alteration, repair, or improvement of real property as referenced in RCW 39.04.155. Sub-categories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. CONSULTANT ROSTERS: Service categories include architectural, engineering, and surveying services as referenced in Chapter 39.80 RCW, as well as other personal and professional consulting services. Sub-categories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. VENDOR ROSTERS: Service categories include supplies, materials, and equipment not being purchased in connection with public works contracts and limited service contracts as authorized in lieu of the requirements for formal sealed bidding as referenced in RCW 39.04.190. Subcategories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. Currently subscribing local government who have their Small Works Roster, Consultant Roster, and Vendor Roster hosted in the MRSC Rosters database: Aberdeen School District #5, Adams County Public Hospital District No. 3, Asotin County
Public Facilities District, Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District, Belfair Water District #1, Benton County, Benton County Fire District 6, Birch Bay Water & Sewer District, Bremerton Housing Authority, Bridgeport School District, Cedar River Water & Sewer District, Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue, Central Kitsap School District #401, Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue, Chelan County FPD 6, City of Aberdeen, City of Airway Heights, City of Algona, City of Bainbridge Island, City of Benton City, City of Black Diamond, City of Bonney Lake, City of Bothell, City of Bremerton, City of Brewster, City of Bridgeport, City of Brier, City of Buckley, City of Burien, City of Burlington, City of Carnation, City of Castle Rock, City of Cheney, City of Chewelah, City of Clyde Hill, City of Colfax, City of Connell, City of Covington, City of Des Moines, City of Duvall, City of Edgewood, City of Everson, City of Federal Way, City of Fife, City of Fircrest, City of George, City of Gig Harbor, City of Gold Bar, City of Grand Coulee, City of Granger, City of Granite Falls, City of Hoquiam, City of Ilwaco, City of Kalama, City of Kennewick, City of Kettle
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thority, Woodinville Fire & Rescue, Woodland Public Schools (Woodland School District #404). Currently subscribing local governments who have only their Small Works Roster and Consultant Roster hosted in the MRSC Rosters database: Alderwood Water & Wastewater District, Arlington School District #16, Bainbridge Island Fire Department, Ben Franklin Transit, Benton County Fire District #5, Benton County Mosquito Control District #1, Benton PUD, Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics (Snohomish County Public Hospital District No. 3), Chelan County, Chelan County Public Hospital District #2, Cheney Public Schools (Cheney School District # 360), City of Anacortes, City of Arlington, City of Auburn, City of Battle Ground, City of Bellingham, City of Cle Elum, City of Dayton, City of DuPont, City of Edmonds, City of Enumclaw, City of Ephrata, City of Everett, City of Forks, City of Kittitas, City of La Center, City of Lacey, City of Lake Stevens, City of Leavenworth, City of Liberty Lake, City of Long Beach, City of Maple Valley, City of McCleary, City of Medina, City of Mercer Island, City of Millwood, City of Moses Lake, City of Mount Vernon, City of Mountlake Terrace, City of Newcastle, City of Nooksack, City of Oakville, City of Omak, City of Othello, City of Poulsbo, City of Prosser, City of Ruston, City of Snohomish, City of Snoqualmie, City of Soap Lake, City of Tumwater, City of University Place, City of Warden, City of West Richland, City of Woodland, Cowlitz County Fire District 6, Cross Valley Water District, Eastmont School District No. 206, Edmonds Public Facilities District, Elma School District, Evergreen School District #114, Ferry County, Fife School District, Fisherman Bay Sewer District, Foster Creek Conservation District, Grant County, Grant County Port District No.1, Griffin School District #324, Highline Water District, Holmes Harbor Sewer District, Jefferson Transit Authority, Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority, Key Peninsula Metropolitan Park District, King Conservation District, King County Fire Protection District #34, King County Fire Protection District #47, King County Water District #117, King County Water District No. 111, Kitsap Conservation District, Kitsap County, Kitsap County Sewer District No. 7, Kitsap Regional Library, Kitsap Transit (Kitsap County Public Benefit Transportation Area Authority), Kittitas County Conservation District, Kittitas County Fire Protection District 6, Klickitat Valley Health, Lacey Fire District 3, Lakewood Water District, Lincoln County, LOTT Clean Water Alliance, Mason County Fire District 9, Mason County Fire Protection District No. 6, Mason County PUD No. 3, McKenna Water District, Mercer Island School District #400, Meydenbauer Center (Bellevue Convention Center Authority), Midway Sewer District, Newport Hospital and Health Services (Pend Oreille County Public Hospital District #1), North Beach Water District, North Mason School District #403, North Perry Avenue Water District, North Valley Hospital Public District #4, Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center, Olympia School District, Pend Oreille County Fire District #8, Pierce Conservation District, Pierce County Library System, Point Roberts Water District No. 4, Port of Ephrata (Grant County Port District #9), Port of Grapeview, Port of Hoodsport, Port of Kalama, Port of Port Townsend, Port of Poulsbo, Port of Shelton, Port of Skagit, Port of Tacoma, Port Townsend School District, San Juan Island Library District, Skagit Transit, Skagit Valley Hospital, Skamania County Public Hospital District (DBA Skamania County EMS), Snohomish County Fire District #1, South Correctional Agency (SCORE), Spokane Public Facilities District, Sunnyside Housing Authority, The Seattle Public Library, Timberland Regional Library, Town of Beaux Arts Village, Town of Cathlamet, Town of Creston, Town of
Hamilton, Town of Lyman, Town of Northport, Town of Reardan, Town of Skykomish, Town of Steilacoom, Town of Wilbur, Tukwila School District No. 406, Tumwater School District #33, Vashon Island School District, Vashon Sewer District, Washougal School District 06-112, Wenatchee School District #246, Whatcom Conservation District, Whatcom County Library System (Whatcom County Rural Library District), Whidbey General Hospital (Whidbey Island Public Hospital District), White River School District #416, Woodinville Water District, Yakima Valley Libraries. Some or all of the local governments listed above may choose to use the MRSC Rosters to select businesses. Master contracts for certain types of work may be required. 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, Code of Federal Regulations, 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, these local governments hereby notify all businesses that they will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids or proposals in response to any invitations and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. LEGAL NO. J633287 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands June 3, 2015.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN IN PROBATE In The Matter of The Estate of GEORGE ANDREW HIGGINS, Deceased. PROBATE NO. 15 4 05031 0 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, serve their claims on the Personal Representative or the attorney of record at the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or within four months after the date of the filing of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 or 11.40.013, the claim will be forever barred. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with Clerk of the Court: 5/27/2015 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: 06/03/2015 Dated this 22nd day of May, 2015. /s/Larry O. Higgins Larry O. Higgins Personal Representative Attorney for the Estate: Diana G. Hancock, WSBA #29325 175 Village Road P.O. Box 160 Lopez, WA 98261 (360) 468-3871 LEGAL NO. J636352 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands June 3, 10, 17, 2015.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN JUAN ROBIN G. and JUDITH E. WATSON, husband and wife, and IDC ENTERPRISES, a Washington Limited Partnership, Plaintiffs, v. PATTI BASART; THOMAS TELLEFSEN; SAN JUAN COUNTY, a Political Subdivision and Charter County of the State of Washington; and all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, interest or lien in the real estate described herein, Defendants. NO. 12-2-05126-8 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO ALL PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, INTEREST, or LIEN IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED HEREIN: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to-wit, within sixty (60) days after the 6th day of May, 2015, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiffs, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiffs at their office address below stated; and in case of your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand in the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. The object of this action is to quiet title to real property in San Juan County, Washington, described as: The West thirty five feet (35’) of Government Lot One, Section 12, Township 37 North, Range 2 West, W. M., San Juan County, Washington EXCEPT Lot 1, Cockerill’s Acres, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 1 of Plats, page 44, records of the San Juan County Auditor. ALSO EXCEPT that portion beginning at a point on the south line of said Government Lot 1 which is 1,137.64 feet west of the southeast corner of Said Government Lot; thence continuing west along said south line 150 feet more or less to the County Road as delineated on Cockerill’s Acres plat; running north along said delineated County Road 306 feet more or less to the south boundary of the street also as delineated on Cockerill’s Acres Plat; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes east along the south boundary of said street to an iron pipe; thence south 314 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. ALSO EXCEPT rights of way for county roads for Terrill Beach Road and Matia View Drive as maintained by San Juan County. Situate in San Juan County, Washington. DATED this 30th day of April 2015. LAW OFFICES OF CHRISTON C. SKINNER /s/Kathryn C. Loring Kathryn C. Loring, WSBA 37662 Attorney for Plaintiffs PO Box 668 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 LEGAL NO. J630562 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2015. IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SAN JUAN COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate: JEAN E. VANLEUVEN, Deceased Probate No. 15-4-05029-8 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The person named below has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the
manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorneys of record at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty (30) days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four (4) months after the date of first publication of the Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 3, 2015. Robert F. VanLeuven, Administrator c/o Law Offices of William J. Weissinger, PS 425-B Caines Street Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Attorney for Administrator Mimi M. Wagner WSBA #36377 425-B Caines Street Friday Harbor, WA 98250 LEGAL NO. J635972 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands June 3, 10, 17, 2015.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SAN JUAN COUNTY Estate of ELIZABETH L. BLACKWELL Deceased. Case No. 15 4 05028 0 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: May 20th, 2015. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: BURTON W. BLACKWELL JR. ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Cyrus W. Field, WSBA #33414 ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: c/o Cyrus W. Field POB 367, Shaw Island, WA 98286 LEGAL NO. J633515 Published: The Journal of the San Juan Islands. May 20, 27 and June 3, 2015.
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Big tumble, bigger win at state To smack the last hurdle and end up face down on the track, dazed and confused, is... human. But to bounce back from a near catastrophe like that and blow away the competition in the finals of that same 300-meter hurdles event, and running away with the 2B State crown, well, that’s gotta’ be… devine. By all accounts, it is. “I’ve never seen someone so happy,” Head Coach Darrin Scheffer said. “He was beaming.” Friday Harbor senior Willie Blackmon crawled across the finish line to place third in his preliminary heat, good enough to qualify for the finals, where he then turned in the top time among a field of eight, 40.96 secs, to earn the title of 300-meter state 2B champion at the finals of the 2B state championship, Saturday, May 30, at WSU, in Cheney.
Blackmon falls, bounces back, wins 2B state hurdles crown Not his fastest time, (Blackmon holds the school record, at 40.34) but the four-year track team veteran didn’t appear disturbed in the least, Scheffer said. “He said to me, ‘Coach, it’s not my fastest time but I guess it’s good enough to win’,” Scheffer said. Blackmon is one of three Friday Harbor ath-
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Top; Willie Blackmon takes the lead in a 300-meter hurdle heat in 2014. Left; Blackmon, Coach Darrin Scheffer, Sara Rist, Nick Armstrong.
letes to qualify for the 2B state competition. Sophomore Sarah Rist finished fifth in the javelin, with a 116-feet 11-inch throw, and junior Nick Armstrong placed 15th in the 800-meter run, at two minutes, 13.29 secs. Blackmon’s first-place finish at the state track and field championship is the first for Friday Harbor since Nate Smith won the long jump and high jump in 2002, as a junior.
Season ends in back-to-back losses at State
in the tournament opener to Pe Ell-Willapa Valley and suffered a tournament-ending defeat in an 11-4 loss to Kittitas in consolation bracket. The Wolverines, champion of the Northwest 2B/1B League and of the District 1 playoffs, finished the 2015 season at 8-1 in league play and 15-8 overall.
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The Friday Harbor softball team’s post-season run came to an abrupt end in back-to-back losses at the 2B state championship Friday, May 29, in Yakima. The Wolverines fell 11-2
Nancy DeVaux of SJ Community Home Trust discusses lack of affordable housing, Home Trust plans to move a dozen “re-purposed” home from Victoria, B.C. Info, 3782798, www.sjlib.org
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ANCIENT VISITORS: ISLAND PRE-HISTORY IN FOCUS
Author in Town: Kirsten Shockey, Griffin Bay Bookstore, 155 Spring St., 4 p.m., free. Kirsten Shockey, author of “La Fermentista,” drops by Griffin Bay for a book signing event. Co-sponsored by Griffin Bay Bookstore and SJI Ag Guild. Info, 378-5111, www.griffinbaybook.com
The Burke Museum’s Dr. Julie Stein leads a trek through time on the American Camp prairie. Sponsored by SJI National Historical Park. Info, 378-2240. Free.
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Open Mic for Writers, Library, 7 p.m., free. Read your work or just listen to the writings of others. Info, 378-2798, www.sjlib.org
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