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Baskets of love

By Mary L. [email protected]

It only took a day for business-owner, Barb Hovsepian, who set up a fund to benefit the commu-nity of Oso, Wash., fund last week, to collect $3,000. By week’s end she had $13,000 in donations and the thanks, help and enthusiasm of others.

She said she has been touched and moved by the generos-ity of Islanders who immediately embraced her cause.

She met Islander Cara Starnes, who has chosen ‘Mercer Island Cares Oso Much’ as her Mitzvah project.

“Cara has gone to camp in Arlington every summer and felt moved to participate,” Hovsepian said. “She will spend her spring break passing out flyers and rais-ing money and plans to con-tact her friends and relatives to encourage them to give to Oso

relief.” Sarah Hyatt, an employee in

the Chase bank building on the Island, upon receiving a flyer, handed Hosvepian a $100 bill. “I won this in Vegas, the people in Oso need it more.”

She also has ties to the area.Sarah grew up in Arlington and

has a personal connection there. Her co-workers followed her example by giving another $250.

An Au Courant client, hugged Hovespian and tucked $500 in her hand and whispered in her ear “This is for the people in Oso, ‘God bless them.”’

But she wanted her contribution to remain anonymous.

“The community has been thankful for the opportunity to give,” Hovsepian said. “Everyone who gave simply said, ‘I wanted

City maps outline landslide risk

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Exercise tips for seniors offered today at aljoya

Everyone knows that healthy eating and regular exercise does the body good, but this lecture, hosted by Bastyr University and Aljoya, reminds attendees that they can stay in shape even in their old age.

Parking and refreshments are complimentary. Learn more by visiting Calendar on pg. 18.

poetry magic planned for Thursday

The Mercer Island Library extends an invite to all little ones ages 4 and up on Thurs-day, April 10, for an afternoon of storytelling and poetry.

Poet Thomas H. Pruiksma will present and promises to rekindle his audience’s imagina-tion by combining spoken word and magic.

Tax returns due april 15

The tax deadline for returns is Tuesday, April 15.

The IRS recommends that the best way to file an accurate re-turn is to e-file with the agency and to choose a direct deposit if expecting a refund.

To learn more, visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov.

Don’t forget to vote Most Islanders should have

already received their ballots for the April special election, which includes a decision on Proposition 1.

Mail yours by Tuesday, April 22 to ensure your voice is heard.

If you don’t have a ballot now or need assistance, visit www.kingcounty.gov/elections/elec-tion-info/2014/201404.aspx.

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Seventh and third graders from St. Monica School are working on the school’s annual “Project Easter Basket” where students put together baskets for every student at a Seattle K - 8 school in need. Baskets include a toy, game or book and of course, Easter candy. The project is made possible each year by St. Monica parishioners and families. The Easter Baskets are delivered to the Seattle school during Holy Week. Back row from left are 7th graders McKenna Malone, Anna Peters, Jack Moffitt, Nicole Moe and Max Mazure. Front from left, 3rd graders Alvaro DeLucas, Piper Newman, Kira Wilson and Joey Ferullo (contributed photo).

Islanders eager to help people of Oso Organizer meets two with connections to landslide communities

By Reporter StaffThe city of Mercer Island has

several resources for Island resi-dents to utilize in order to assess their own risk for landslides on their properties.

The City has prepared detailed maps and fact sheets that are available on the city’s website. The maps catalog several factors including the location of springs, recent slide activity, water depth and the angle of slopes.

A recent post on the city’s web-site states that, “with the recent catastrophe in Oso, fresh in our minds, many landowners are sud-denly learning a lot more about landslides, and risk assessment.

Landslides must be taken seri-ously on Mercer Island where many homes are built on or near

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many homes are built on or near slopes.” In a typical year, the Island will sustain between six and fifteen landslides: the resulting damage can cost from a few thousand dollars (for smaller slides) to upwards of several hun-dred thousand dollars, not to mention personal injury,” the post said.

Landowners and how they treat the land play an important role in landslide safety, the city said.

Understanding and avoiding common contrib-utory causes can effectively reduce your landslide risk.

Residents are urged to consult with a qualified geo-technical engineer to assess their particular situation.

The map at right can be found at http://www.m e r c e r g o v. o r g / f i l e s /LandslideHazard2009.pdf.

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Area where water less than 10 feet below ground surface based on limited data set (other areas of shallow water present)

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Areas of moderate to rapid stream incision/erosion; may result in unstable slopes and/or stream banks

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Attic fire at home on Holly Hill Drive

Mercer Island, Bellevue and Eastside Fire & Rescue Departments responded to a two-sto-ry house fire on Holly Hill Drive at 10:37 p.m., Tuesday, April 1.

The owners were at home when they noticed crackling sounds com-ing from the attic. They called 911.

Mercer Island Firefighters, with assis-tance from the Bellevue and Eastside Fire Departments, contained and extinguished the fire. Eleven fire trucks and approximately 32 fire-fighters were at the scene, including 7 Mercer Island firefighters, 22 firefight-ers from Bellevue and 3 from Eastside Fire & Rescue.

While unable to com-ment on the specific cause of the fire, Mercer Island Fire Department investi-gator Rob Villalobos said it was an accidental fire.

The attic space and main level of the house sustained severe fire damage, while the floor below the fire sustained water damage from fire-fighting operations.

Community members worry schools remodel will overwhelm neighborhood

By Joseph [email protected]

Residents who live west of the school properties at the South-end are worried that the buildings will be too big and too close.

About two-dozen com-munity members from The Lakes neighborhood, next to Islander Middle School voiced their concerns about the construction planned for the school properties at a public hearing with the Planning Commission held April 2 at City Hall. The neighbors had ques-tions regarding the height of some of the structures and plans for how traffic will be changed.

Planning Commission member Bryan Cairns said the hearing’s main focus of discussion was the poten-tial for tall buildings on the west side of the mid-dle school and Lakeridge,

immediately adjacent to the Lakes, as well as the rerouting of parking and driveways on S.E. 72nd Street, going from Island Crest Way to East Mercer Way in front of the middle school.

“From the original proposal, city staff pro-posed modifications that would give some protec-tion to people on the east-ern boundary of Lakes, but there’s still potential for problems with trans-portation and tall build-ings,” said Cairns, a former mayor of Mercer Island.

The March 20 revised proposal for the height limit of the elementary and middle schools calls for up to 30 feet above average building elevation allowed without additional setback. Up to 48 feet is allowed with an additional setback of 1.5 feet for each addi-tional foot in height for the portion of the building exceeding the 30 feet limit. Up to 53 feet is allowed for a roof that is enclos-ing mechanical equipment, roof-mounted mechanical equipment and its screen-ing, fly-lofts and gymna-siums, with an additional

setback of 1.5 feet for each additional foot in height for the portion of the building exceeding the 30 feet limit.

Some community mem-bers expressed they would like to see the school district design a buffer around the school and parking lots. But according to the city’s Development Services Group Director Scott Greenberg, zoning code doesn’t address where parking lots and driveways should be on properties. Cairns said a study hasn’t yet been made regard-ing how traffic would be handled around middle school.

The commission asked project staff to take anoth-er look at some of pro-posed limitations regard-ing building height, as well as proposed driveway and parking. An open-record public hearing is scheduled for April 16 at City Hall.

Meeting minutes were yet to be posted as of Reporter dead-

line. Go to www.mercergov.org, and pull down to the ‘agenda

and minutes tab’ on the left and select Planning Commission.

Mary L. Grady / Staff PhotoIslanders who walk their dogs rain or shine were out in the sun at Mercerdale Park on Monday. Regulars include, from left, Bob Mimbu with Ted, a Terrier-Beagle mix, Sue Pope with Doolittle, a Chihuahua mix, Martha Sharp with Skoshi, a mini Aussie, and Lauren Beck far right in red, who remem-bered to wear her sunglasses.

Neighbors worry schools will be too close, too tall

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Signatures still needed to ensure our Island library services continue

Thank you to all of the hundreds of Mercer Island Library Patrons who signed our petition asking King County Library System (KCLS) Board of Trustees to either keep our library open during renovation or provide comparable island library facilities if the Mercer Island library must be closed. The current plan that we’d like modified would close our library for up to year and provide minimal drop-off and pick-up facilities during closure.

The Concerned Citizens Committee for the Mercer Island Library believes that hundreds of signatures are impressive, but that it might take thousands of signatures to convince KCLS to change their cur-rent plan.

Because Mercer Islanders are paying almost $5M per year in taxes to KCLS, it is not unreasonable for islanders to expect that full library services will con-tinue during a renovation.

If you have not yet met one of our volunteers out-side the library, please sign our online petition at www.LibraryRemodel.org. Click the “Get Involved” tab and then on the “PETITION” link.

You are welcome to join us as we work to improve our library and our library services. We meet weekly and minutes of our meetings are posted on our website. To join our committee and work with us please email us at: [email protected].

Meg LippertConcerned Citizens

Committee for the Mercer Island Library

Yes on Prop 1 will not help fight against tolls

Would the passage of Proposition 1 stop toll-ing on I-90? No. Voting for Proposition 1 actually increases the likelihood of I-90 tolls.

The State needs a fund-ing mechanism to pay for the unfunded/untolled portion of the western portion of SR-520. I trust our federal leaders will recognize the poor policy in tolling an interstate to pay for a state highway and not authorize I-90 tolls. I trust our state leaders will recognize the increased congestion tolling I-90 will cause on I-405, I-5 and the southern portion of the Lake. The best mechanism to pay for SR-520 is for our State Legislature to pass an 11 cent gas tax increase.

Understandably, passing Proposition 1 decreases the likelihood King County voters will also vote for a follow-on gas tax increase.

Proposition 1 consists of a $60 car tab and a 1 percent sales tax increase, raising $1.5 billion over 10 years. Initially, over half will go to Metro, and a third to cities. A small amount is set aside for county roads.

King County voters burdened with a $60 car tab and a transporta-tion sales tax increase are unlikely to support additional transportation taxes. I appreciate King County Leaders with the chutzpah to jump to the “front of the line,” but Proposition 1 unnecessar-ily jeopardizes a gas tax increase- an increase that is critical in keeping tolls off I-90 and financing other state transportation road and bridge projects.

Metro claims they will cut services by 17 per-cent if Proposition 1 is not passed. Yet, between 2000 and 2012, Metro’s costs increased by 83 per-cent while ridership only increased 20 percent. In a policy era of increas-ing King County building density, the environment is ideal for Metro’s rider-ship to outpace Metro’s expenses, as there should be more transit riders in

urban areas. It can be done. Last year

Pierce Transit publicized 53 percent in bus service cuts without a tax increase. After voters turned down their tax increase, Pierce Transit managers made the decision to adjust to revenue realities. Pierce Transit actually cancelled all of the planned cuts and even recognized enough improvements to expand services by 3 percent next year. Our Metro can do the same.

I remain committed to stopping I-90 tolls. They are bad for the region and bad for Mercer Island. Proposition 1 does not improve our probability to stop I-90 tolls. Vote No to Prop 1. Vote No to Tolls.

Mike CeroCouncilmember

City of Mercer Island

Rezone effort for schools disregards neighbors

It was disturbing to read last week how the City tried to spin its effort to rezone school proper-ties from R (residential) to P (public institution) zones. The story appeared right before a Planning Commission hearing. In it, a City official suggested that after “discussing [rezoning] ideas with the school district for several months,” “we had to pro-pose something to [the

public] to get input.” Then after getting feedback in the run up to the hearing, the City revised its pro-posal.

If only life were so sim-ple. In reality, the City’s conduct has demonstrated an appalling insensitivity to the interests of residents who neighbor our schools.

For one, the City’s own code says that those look-ing to advance a develop-ment application should first “participate in infor-mal meetings with...prop-erty owners... informing the neighborhood of the project proposal prior to the [City’s] formal notice.” Here, the City nicely consulted school officials

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Prop 1's passage is critical to how we will get around King County — not only via transit but by car

By Dianna Beckett and Mike Heinisch

Ask yourself, when was the last time you boarded Metro as your transportation choice?

It seems a growing number of us are.

More Americans used public transit in 2013 than in any year since 1956, the National Public Transportation Association reported in March, with Metro ridership up three percent.

Do you have an ORCA card? More and more of us do, and use it frequently.

How many times this week have you observed a person with compro-mised physical abilities waiting for public transportation and have some level of concern/pity and think, "What if it was, and when will it be me?"

Have you found yourself grum-bling about traffic on your morning or afternoon commute, that pothole you just hit, or the deteriorating road conditions that are appearing throughout King County?

Regardless of your responses to the questions just posed, and the number of time you answered "yes," you should know about Proposition No. 1, which is on the April 22 bal-lot, mailed to voters last week.

King County Metro is facing a $75 million budget shortfall. Without additional revenue, Metro will have to reduce service by up to 17 per-cent, which will undoubtedly hit hard in South King County.

Addressing this crisis, King County created the Transportation Benefit District (KCTBD) in February. This separate govern-ment entity with countywide trans-

portation taxing authority sent Proposition 1 to the voters to main-tain current service levels for Metro, as well as implement street improve-ments for cities and unincorporated King County.

The KCTBD was created because the state Legislature did not pass a statewide comprehensive transporta-tion package during the two most recent sessions, 2013 and 2014, and three special sessions in 2013 alone. The creation of the KCTBD was an option available to King County to raise funds for roads, transit and other transporta-tion improvements within its juris-diction by voter decision. It was adopted on a 9-0 vote of the King County Council, a necessary and reluctantly taken unanimous vote.

Proposition 1, if passed by voters, would increase King County's sales tax by 0.1 percent, establish a new $60 vehicle fee, and provide for a $1.25 fare rate for low income King County residents (think that physically compromised individual you saw today). Both new revenue sources would be applied exclu-sively for transportation maintaining Metro service levels and funding transportation improvements in cities and unincorporated King County.

The funds would be divided on a 60-40 split, with 60 percent going to the district to maintain Metro's service levels, and 40 percent going to the 39 cities and unincorporated King County to fund road improve-ments. The 40 percent given to the cities and unincorporated King County will be allocated for road improvements prioritized by the individual jurisdictions.

The $60 vehicle fee would come with a low-income rebate program of $20 off for qualifying households with incomes less than 45 percent of the county's median income.

In addition, Proposition 1 will fund Metro's low-income fare pro-gram. This program would provide a low-income fare of $1.25 for qualifying riders for two years. If Proposition 1 does not pass, the low-income fare will be $1.50 and be funded through other sources at Metro.

The estimated impact per house-hold in King County would be approximately $11 per month.

If Proposition 1 does not pass, Metro will reduce service levels of up to 17 percent, equat-ing to roughly 600,000 annual hours of service (68 calendar years). This will result in an estimat-ed deletion of 74 routes and altering 107 routes. A number of these ser-vice alterations would

come in the form of reduced service during times when ridership is measurably lower than during peak hours, undoubtedly disproportion-ally impacting South King County at all hours of the week, and especially on weekends.

The South King County Mobility Coalition strongly encourages you to consider Proposition 1 when you receive your ballot soon, complete the ballot and mail it in by the due date of Tuesday, April 22. Your answers to the questions posed above are "riding" or "driving" on it.

Dianna Beckett is the Public Policy Committee chair and Mike Heinisch is a Public Policy Committee member with the South King County Mobility Coalition.

for months, but made no effort to pre-consult any affected neighborhood. Rather, it ignored its code.

Moreover, the City’s spin fails to mention the true shock and source of consternation among those opposing the rezon-ing. The City’s initial plan and even its modification would permit new build-ings at heights up to 48 feet immediately adjacent to residential properties. 48 feet is the height of the Hammering Man instal-lation at the Seattle Art Museum. Initially, the City w o u l d h a v e a l l o w e d such a m a s s i v e structure just five y a r d s from resi-dential property lines. The revised proposal would still allow that size building only 21 yards away.

At the hearing, the Planning Commission itself was uncomfortable with the revised, but still extraordinarily large con-struction envelope. The City’s Comprehensive Plan plainly says that “zoning and city code provisions [should] protect residen-tial areas from incompat-ible uses and promote bulk and scale consistent with...existing neighborhood character.” I’d venture to say that virtually no Mercer Islander would agree it’s OK to put a Hammering Man-sized, institutional building so close to their residential boundary.

Last Wednesday, numer-ous residents voiced their opposition on these grounds and others. Each strongly supported our schools overall. The citi-zens were just seeking fair-ness and more reasonable parameters -- via a more consultative process and zoning provisions better

suited to our Island’s resi-dential look and feel.

Now, we need to add an objection. The City’s spin – its evasion and diminish-ment in the media of resi-dents’ legitimate concerns – is unworthy of the type of government we deserve.

Marc Berejka

Students need more teachers

Have you ever not gotten the attention that you right-

fully deserve from your teach-er? This is the way that thou-sands of kids feel at school. There has to be more teachers per stu-dent because then teachers can

focus more on each student and give them the attention that they need. This will help kids who are strug-gling without holding back the entire class. Also, it will allow teachers to acknowl-edge students who excel. With more teachers addi-tional students will be able to move at their own speed.

Having more teachers per student will provide a lot of jobs for teachers because smaller classes mean extra classes and this means more teach-ers. This will be costly but it will help students get a better education. Today’s kids are tomorrow’s adults. Education is important. It will affect everything that humans do. Therefore the future of our planet depends on it. So we need to have more teachers per student.

Benjamin, age 10 4th grade

Lakeridge Elementary School

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‘More Americans used public transit in 2013 than in any year since 1956.’

Yes on Prop 1 for both transit and roads

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Ruth Paterson VanceRuth Paterson Vance passed away

on March 29, 2014 after a brief illness, surrounded by her family.

Ruth was born on December 3, 1932 in Washington, D.C. to Hugh and Esther Paterson of Philadelphia, PA, where she was raised. She graduated from Upper Darby High School and Pierce Business College.

She moved to Washington, D.C. in 1956 where she met William Vance. They married

and moved to Mercer Island in 1959. Ruth was a long-time resident of Mercer Island where she raised three children, Lea (Dave) Leuckel, Neal (Syrianah), and Charlie (Lisa). She spent many years volunteering and working at the Mercer Island School District. She enjoyed a lifetime of exercise and weight training and loved sewing, knitting and reading.

Ruth was a two time cancer survivor and proud grandmother of six. She is survived by her husband, her three children, and her five grandchildren Christopher Leuckel, Connor Leuckel, Andrew Vance, Billy Vance, and Chloe Vance.

She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Alexa Vance.There will be a private burial at Sunset Hills in Bellevue. A

reception for family and friends will be held on April 18th from 5 to 7 pm. For location and details please visit www.sunsethillsfuneralhome.com. In memory of Ruth, donations can

be made to Swedish Hospital, Children’s Hospital or Ronald McDonald House.

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SPECIAL (JOINT) MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Mercer Island City Council will hold a Special Joint Meeting with the Mercer Island School District Board. This meeting will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2014 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island.

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Barbara Harned DorsettBarbara Harned Dorsett was born

March 9, 1925 in Rochester, New York and raised in Evanston, Illinois with older brother Roger, twin brother Gordon, and a younger set of twins, Dudley and Betsy. Married 60 years to Alvin E. Dorsett, who preceded her in death in 2006, together they had 3 children, 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. They enjoyed living 25 years on Mercer Island, before moving to San Diego, CA. for 25 years, then Tucson, AZ.

Barbara sang in the Mercer Island Presbyterian Church choir where she was a soloist. She also sang with the Seattle Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Barbara designed then manufactured “Dorsett Self Trainers” which were sold across the country. She designed, helped build, decorate and run “Mr. Pickwick’s Eating House”, an old English restaurant in Pioneer Square. For fourteen years she had her own interior decorating business. After retiring, Barbara wrote six novels, and many children’s stories. She also loved to travel the world. Most recently with her darling Douglas Donner, who has made her last four years very happy. Barbara believed in living your dreams.

Barbara passed peacefully March 27, 2014 on Mercer Island. She is survived by two of her children, Kim Dorsett of Yakutat, AK, and Leslie Dorsett of Sammamish, WA. A celebration of her life will be held at 1:00 PM, with reception to follow, May 10th at the Mercer Island Presbyterian Church. In lieu

of flowers, please consider a donation to the Mercer Island Presbyterian Choir.

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Thursday | 27Fraud: A 75-year-old Island man told police that his accountant told him his tax return had been rejected because one had already been filed in his name. The IRS had already seen the second return. The victim said he is affiliated with the Archdiocese of Seattle.

friday | 28Fraud: A 60-year-old Island man with ties to St. Monica Church, told police that his social secu-rity number was stolen and used to file a fraudu-lent tax return. He told police that he had taught religious education classes many years ago and provided his informa-tion to the Archdiocese of Seattle for a background check.Fraud: An Island couple who volunteer at St. Monica Church told police that their financial information had been compromised. They called the IRS who told them that a false return had been filed in their names. The victims did receive a fraudulent check mailed to their Island address from the IRS for the amount of $6,650.

saTurday | 29Fraud: A 19-year-old Island woman told police that her debit card was used to purchase over $1,200 worth of tires at a Les Schwab in Renton. The victim had the card in her possession at the time

of the incident.Poles downed: At 11 p.m. a 27-year-old Island man with two passengers in a 1993 GMC Box truck, was backing into the driveway of 3980 78th Avenue S.E. when the rear of it caught a wire connected to two power poles. As the wire was pulled, the pole south of 3980 snapped in half. The lines connected to all poles along 78th Ave S.E. and S.E. 39th Street came down. The line connect-ing to the pole southwest of 3980 came down and knocked over the stop sign at the corner. The driver was charged with failing to provide proof of insurance. assault: Just before 2 a.m. police were called with a report of assault. A Tukwila woman reported that she was hit by her ex-boyfriend several times after they left a bar with two other friends. At a parking lot on Mercer Island, the ex picked her up and threw her on the ground and began kick-ing and hitting her. The victim and the two others pulled over on Mercer Island and the ex-boy-friend was left behind.

sunday | 30duI: A 51-year old Kirkland man driving a 1998 Toyota 4Runner Highlander was arrested for DUI and reckless driving at just after midnight on eastbound I-90. He was observed swerving and almost

striking another vehicle. The driver’s BAC was measured at .176 - .180. He was later released to his wife.

monday | 31Fraud: A 46-year-old Island woman reported to police that her person-al financial information has been stolen and that the IRS notified her that a false tax return had been filed in her name.Crash: Just before noon, an 83-year-old woman pulling out of her drive-way in a 2005 Lexus SUV on 86th Avenue S.E. was hit by a second car driven by a 75-year-old woman traveling east on S.E. 47th Street in a 2005 Chevy Impala. The second car attemped to avoid the collission by pulling into the north shoulder. But it was unable to avoid the first car and spun in a com-plete circle before stop-ping.

Police Crime statistics summary

Each month the Mercer Island Police Department compiles a breakdown of its crime numbers and compares them to the year prior.

Crime statistics have increased slightly this February. Calls for ser-vice also experienced a small uptick, from 833 to 918. There were 70 total serious offenses, almost double the 38 recorded in 2013. Of that number, 56 were theft (25 were vehicle prowls). There were five burglaries and six cases of identity theft, a small decline from the five reported last February. Two cars were also reported stolen.

The police depart-ment made 15 arrests this February, five more than in 2013. Police also recorded 18 traffic accidents and 237 total traffic citations.

By Reporter Staff

The city of Mercer Island’s recycling event Saturday, Mar. 29 was a resounding success. The city reports that 864 vehicles arrived at the Boat Launch, where the event took place, carrying a total of 88,212 pounds of dis-carded material, which averages to 102 pounds per vehicle.

The event also provided a collec-tion opportunity for Mercer Island and Family Services: attendees donated 750 pounds of items for the Food Pantry, and $2,451 in cash. Over a hundred rain barrels were sold at City Hall in the same morning.

Of the recycled goods there were:

28,900 pounds of appliances, scrap metal, and electronic equip-ment;

7,875 pounds of reus-able household goods for Goodwill;

11,410 household batteries;

24, 345 pounds of confidential paper shredded onsite;

13,500 pounds of cardboard.


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School briefsStanley Ann Dunham scholar-ship presenta-tion is May 3

The Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship Fund’s 5th Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony is set for May 3 at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. The program will begin at 1 p.m. (doors open at 12:40 p.m.), and is open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

The scholarship pre-sentation will be followed at 2 p.m, by a screen-ing of the groundbreak-ing documentary film “Girl Rising.” Narrated by Meryl Streep, Ann Hathaway and others, the film tells the stories of nine girls in developing countries who overcome nearly impossible odds to pursue their dreams of education and bettering their lives.

Vulcan Productions Senior Producer Hilary Sparrow will introduce the film and hold a Q&A after the film. This por-tion of the program is a fundraiser for the SADSF, and a small dona-tion is suggested. The Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship Fund was founded in 2010 to honor Stanley Ann Dunham, a 1960 graduate of Mercer Island High School. The mother of President Barack Obama, devoted her life to the social and economic development and empowerment of women world-wide.

Since its inception, the Scholarship fund has awarded $5,000 college scholarships each year to outstanding graduating senior women at MIHS who have demonstrated

a commitment to Stanley Ann’s values of social activism, global citizen-ship, and the empower-ment of women through education and service.

The SADSF Board would like to thank the Mercer Island Community Fund for their generous grant to the Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship Fund to help fund the costs of this year’s program.

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Rotary Students of the month for April

The Rotary Club announced its Islanders of the Month for April and they are Alida Scalzo and Jake Stenberg.

The daughter of Mark a n d Al lyson S c a l z o , Alida is a cross-countr y a n d t r a c k t e a m captain, m a k i n g All-KingCo first team in both sports. She is a junior class business manager, a Bridges lead-er, a DECA state com-petitor and a member of National Honor Society. Outside of MIHS, Alida is a National Charity League officer and has been involved with the Ronald McDonald House, Mercer Island Thrift Shop, Nordstrom Fashion Board and the Northwest Harvest food bank. She enjoys run-ning and spending time with friends and family and plans to attend the

University of Washington where she’ll study busi-ness.

T h e son of S t e v e a n d S u s i e

Stenberg, Jake has been a varsity basketball and baseball team captain. He is a member of VOICE, has served the homeless through church and has built houses in Mexico the past two spring breaks. Jake enjoys play-ing sports and volunteers at youth sports camps, and he plans to attend Gonzaga University.

All family sock-hop fundraiser

On Friday, April 25 between 6:30-8:30 p.m., don’t miss out on this year’s fabulous Island Park Sock-Hop! There will be live music featur-ing Mr. and Mrs. Hamp’s rock and roll group The RareTones. This group of eight vocalists accompa-nied by a 4-piece band will perform Golden Oldies from the 50’s and 60’s. You will even be able to see the teacher’s rockin’ out on the dance floor and many IP staff serving ice cream floats and popcorn.

Join for the Hand-in-Hand fundraiser. More details are avail-able at http://www.mer-cer i s l ands cho ols .org/Domain/10.

Shulman chosen for professional ethics fellowship in Europe

Sarah Shulman, an alumna of Mercer Island High School and now a rabbinical student at the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at American Jewish University, is one of 12 sem-inary and divinity students chosen by Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE) to participate in a two-week program for future clergy this summer in New York, Germany, and Poland.

FASPE is a unique inter-national program that explores the history of the Holocaust as a way to engage graduate students from four specific fields; journalism, law, medicine, and religion, in an intensive

study of contemporary eth-ics in their discipline.

FASPE is predicated upon the power of place, and in particular the first-hand experience of visit-ing Auschwitz and travel-ing through Germany and Poland, where Fellows study the past and consider how to apply the lessons of his-tory as they confront today’s ethical challenges in their profession.

FASPE fellowships exam-ine the roles played by these kinds of professionals in Nazi Germany and under-score that the moral codes governing these essential professions can break down or be distorted with dev-astating consequences. “By educating students about the causes of the Holocaust and the power of their cho-sen professions, FASPE seeks to instill a sense of professional responsibility for the ethical and moral

choices that the Fellows will make in their careers," a press release said.

Shulman, who grew up in Mercer Island and attend-ed Mercer Island High School, is now in her fourth year at the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at American Jewish University. She looks forward to the interfaith aspect of FASPE.

Shulman says, “By doing the FASPE fellowship, I hope to build relationships with seminary students from other traditions and a deeper connection to ethical issues as we explore them through our intense experience.”

She will join a group of 48 2014 FASPE Fellows who represent a broad range of religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds, and who were chosen through a com-petitive process that drew close to 900 applicants from around the world.

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As of April 4, there were 102 properties offered for sale on Mercer Island. Fourteen of those were for vacant land, eight for con-dominiums and 88 were single family homes.

According to data from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service, last month, 58 listings for single family homes were added to the Island market. Three more condominiums were listed

for a total of 102 active list-ings for March.

In March of 2013, there were just 41 new listings added. Yet the total num-ber of active listings for the month remained flat at 80 — just one less than a year ago. More single fam-ily home sales were pend-ing last month however, up to 51 units, an increase of 20 percent over March last year.

Fewer single family homes sold last month as compared to a year ago, down 12 percent. Yet, the median price of homes sold last month was up by 25 percent as compared to closed prices from a year ago; reaching $1.085 mil-

lion up from $864,000 last year.

Island condominiums offered for sale range from

$244,000 for a $1,000 square foot, two bed, two bath unit to $1.275 million for a 2200 s.f. two bed, two-bath unit.

Condos few on Island market

At left, this 2,200 s.f. lux-ury penthouse at 7800 S.E. 27th Street has a loft and extra finished space with 20 foot-tall ceilings. Walls of glass look southwest offering sweeping views, and has two rooftop decks, one with a private hot tub. It is priced at $1,148,000. Ewing & Clark East

Below, this 674 s.f. condo at 3200 81st Place S.E, was offered for sale for $295,000. It is pending.

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West Mercer stu-dents hold food drive for hungry

West Mercer Elementary students in 4th and 5th grades, celebrated last week after collecting and organizing 6,700 items of food, as of Thursday, April 3. The kids hoped to make 7,000 donations and were just shy of their goal. Visit mi-reporter.com for additional photos from the collection drive.

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Susie Stenberg/Contributed photoJust in time for Easter, bunnies visit the decorated front yard of the Stenberg family in the 3600 block of 88th Avenue S.E. late last week. Susie Stenberg reports that the bunnies have been seen around the neighborhood the past few months.

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On StageMIHS students Hayley Elston, Elizabeth Bellitto, Jason McRuer and Sam Pirie have each written an original, ten-minute play, that was performed by their classmates on the Seattle Rep stage in the Seattle Center on March 27. At left, Adele Maxwell and Henry Asmus perform during “Caught in the Act”, an original play by junior Jason McRuer.

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Richard Iacopi

Lorene Iacopi

Iacopi 60th Wedding Anniversary

Congratulations to Richard and Lorene Iacopi, who are cel-ebrating their 60th wedding anniversary tomorrow.

They met at Sacramento State College, and mar-ried April 10, 1954 in Sacramento, Calif.

Their married lives found them living in Inglewood, Calif.; Cedar Hills, Oregon; and since 1979, on Mercer Island.

Richard worked at and

then retired from, General Electric Supply.

S i n c e retirement they have t r a v e l l e d a r o u n d the States as well as Europe, the

Middle East, and New Zealand.

Long time mem-bers of Evergreen Covenant Church (formerly Mercer Island Covenant Church), Richard spends time gar-dening and creatively cook-ing. Lorene is currently exploring her genealogy and

enjoys visiting with friends and family.

Their family including chil-dren Jan (and John) Stroup, Pam (and Jon) Goulder and grandchildren Emily, Ben, James and Nick will commemo-rate the occa-sion.

Pam and her family will celebrate with the Iacopi’s with brunch at Salty’s. Jan and her family send their love and best wishes from New Zealand, wishing they could be there in person.

A bunny gathering

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Charming Rainier $280,000Valley Home4307 S Webster St., Seattle. � is cute, charming 2BR/1.75BA home overlooks a beautiful park. Sold as is. Easy access to freeways & two blocks to the Othello Light Rail station.

Lisa Nguyen 206.718.6553www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/87679

Downtown Possibilities $295,0007513 SE 27TH ST-A. Own your own o� ce on Mercer Island. O� ce Condominium on the North end in the downtown business core. 1440 sq ft o� ce space and 240 of loft storage/work space. � is end unit has two corner o� ces, one other o� ce, reception area and a conference room. Level access from parking lot.

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Convenience Throughout $295,0003200 81st Pl SE #A202. Enjoy lake & city views from this wonderful 1BR/1BA condo. Upgrades include: Granite, stainless steel appli-ances, solid wood cabinets, & designer lighting. Near freeway. Lots of Amenities to enjoy!

Tim Conway 206.954.2437www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/57800

Office/Retail Condo $365,0007513 SE 27TH ST #14&15. Hard to � nd O� ce/Retail Condo in Mercer Island’s N’End Business Core. 2 Upper Floor Units sold together & next to another unit for sale, so potential to double sq ft. Used as retail dance studio since 1987. Huge Views! Dance � oor w/hi ceilings. Dressing room w/private ba. Plenty of storage.

Andrea Pirzio-Biroli 206.930.3456 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/57731

Seward Park Area $659,0006528 51st Ave S. Seattle. 4BR/3.5BA home in immaculate condition w/ amazing � oor plan! Mother-in-law suite on ground level w/ separate entrance. Minutes to Seward Park & other great amenities.


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New RKK Construction Home $1,495,0005075 W Mercer Way. All new sleek & clean 4BR/3.5BA quality built contemporary home. Expansive great rm opens to dining rm, stylized kitchen & breakfast nook. Flood of light pours in from expansive window wall.

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N’End Traditional $1,398,0002242 82nd Ave SE. Merging of traditional style, coveted N’end location & compelling views of Lake WA & the Cascades, this 4BR/3BA home has it all! 4,520 sq. ft. w/ Legal ADU, bi-level view deck & pristine backyard.

Terry & Daphne Donovan 206.713.5240www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/98739

Two Story Traditional $1,325,0007375 80th Place SE. Elegantly appointed 4BR/2.5BA home. Recently updated kitchen and master bath. Situated in the fabulous community of � e Lakes!


New on Market! $1,075,009980 SE 40th St. Ultimate � exibility & cozy areas throughout this 4BR/2.5BA home. Updated kitchen w/new granite & appliances. Huge great room w/vaulted ceilings. Large outdoor entertaining area.


Amazing Gated Retreat $2,350,0004495 E Mercer Way. Dramatic foyer leads you into opulence. � is 6BD/5.5BA home on 2.91 acres has it all: incredible � nishes, chef ’s kitchen, elevator, home theater, master suite w/ fp, & MUCH MORE! Enormous wrap around deck to enjoy. Come Relax!

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Perfection! $2,475,000� is home is simply beautiful, elegant & so invitingly comfortable. Rare setting privately situated w/lrg front lawn behind gated en-try. Stunningly designed w/ quality � nishes throughout. Great Rm � oor plan & Master Suite on main. A MUST SEE!

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Tons of Potential! $1,950,0004117 83rd Ave SE. Solid home with several updates. � e large lot could potentially be 3 lots. Views of the Lake, Olympic Mountains, and city from existing home.


Classic Rambler $660,0004021 91st Ave SE. 3BR/1.5BA classic rambler with wonderful potential, sold as is. Desirable � at site w/extra room to grow. Large 9,450 sq. ft. lot has fully fenced backyard w/mature landscaping & separate garden area.


Jewel of Kitsap-Land $50,00033734 Vine Place NE, Hansville. Build your ultimate green getaway nestled among native plants & located in the hidden jewel of the Kit-sap Peninsula. Largest lot on the market right now - double corner lot on a cul-de-sac. 20,563 sq. ft.

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Timeless NW Excellence $1,799,0004421 Ferncroft Rd. Dynamic 4BR/3.25BA home on estate-like setting w/ sweeping views of Lake WA. Open � oor plan w/ designer touches, opulent � nishes & attention to detail make this a special home.


Luxury Lake View Home $1,624,5009110 SE 78th Place. Be instantly captivated by dramatic spaces, extraordinary detail & sublime � nishes that create an unparalleled interior to this 4BR/4BA home. Designed w/entertaining in mind. Nestled on a cascading creek!


Bellevue Pacific Towers $460,000177 107th Ave NE Unit 914. Spacious living w/updated high-end appliances & granite counters. Capture the resort style living w/24 hr concierge service & many amenities including exercise facility, hot tub, sun decks & more.

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Issaquah Land $250,000113 xx 198th Ave SE. Fabulous, South-West facing property on 3.5 acres near top of Squak Mountain w/ loads of natural light in the select area of High Valley. Completed feasibility report available.


Benotho Beauty $4,625,0008440 Benotho Place SE. Dramatic views of Lake WA & Mt. Rainier. 5BD/4.75BA Craftsman style waterfront home complete w/ a huge great room, gourmet kitchen, large yard, dock and much more!


Stunning View Home $1,890,0003925 95th Ct. SE. Light-� lled 4BR/3.5BA home w/open � oor plan, high ceilings & gorgeous views of the Bellevue skyline, Lake & Cascades. Attention to detail demonstrated throughout main level master suite, chef’s entertainment sized kitchen & more. Easy I-90 access.

Craig Hagstrom 206.669.2267www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/77126

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Inviting Character $915,0009380 SE 47th St. Open & generous of space, key features include: Private master suite w/ spa & fp, anchored family & kitchen area, media room w/ wet bar, & 3 sets of French Doors leading you to deck area. A MUST SEE!


Mercer Highlands $880,0005221 90th Ave SE. 3,040 sf. Captivate Island life w/5 generous sized bdrms & bonus rec rm, where fun begins & memories are cherished. Professionally maintained landscaping, � at level yard & ent. size deck.


Living At Its Best $758,0004433 W. Mercer Way. Updated home on ¼ plus acre lot. Partial western view of Lake/City. 2,170 sq. ft. 3BD/3.25BA with o� ce/den that could be another bdrm.

Debbie Constantine 206.853.5262www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/76719

Breathtaking! $799,500138 S Garden St, Bellingham. Enjoy brilliant Western views of Bellingham Bay, Lummi Island & Hayes Passage from this stunning 3BR/3BA home. Open � oor plan, stunning Mother-In-Law apt, garden patio & garage.

Terry & Daphne Donovan 206.713.5240

Irresistible Craftsman $699,9501903 32nd Ave S, Seattle. 2BR/1.75BA home tucked away on a lot that feels like its own enchanted garden. Lovingly remodeled while leaving original charm. Next door to Colman Park.


Timeless NW Excellence $1,799,0004421 Ferncroft Rd. Dynamic 4BR/3.25 BA home on estate-like setting has sweeping views of Lake WA from all levels. Open � oor plan w/ designer touches, opulent � nishes & attention to detail make this a special home.


Deeded Moorage $1,795,0005059 84th Ave SE. 25 ft of shared WFT w/Dock is a Bonus to this West-side View Home. Kitchen remodeled in 2010 & has custom bake center. Beautiful trees create a private setting around entertaining size deck & level yard.

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SAT/SUN 1-4

Super Location $370,0002680 139th Ave SE Unit 84, Bellevue. � is 2BR/2.25BA condo is a rare unit w/western views of Seattle & Olympics. New carpet, new paint & new kitchen hardwoods. Very quiet. Close to Eastgate P&R & I-90.


Idyllic Seattle Home $675,00011404 8th Ave NW, Seattle. Idyllic 4BR/2.25BA home in park like setting. Open layout on main leads to covered deck & patio. Designer touches throughout. Close to amenities, easy freeway access.

Gloria Lee 206.409.7277www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/29010

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Frank CeteznikClaudia Allard Tim ConwayDebbie Constantine Daphne DonovanBetty DeLaurenti

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Shawn Elings Lou GlatzKarin Fry Lori HoldenHelen HitchcockCraig Hagstrom

Jimmy PliegoAndrea Pirzio-Biroli

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Jean Locke Julie MermelsteinJames Laurie Gloria Lee Lisa Nguyen Tony Salvata

Cindy Verschueren Martin Weiss Petra WalkerMillie Su Julie VaronDaryl SummersNina Li Smith

FEATURED PROPERTIESa sign of distinction

Charming Rainier $280,000Valley Home4307 S Webster St., Seattle. � is cute, charming 2BR/1.75BA home overlooks a beautiful park. Sold as is. Easy access to freeways & two blocks to the Othello Light Rail station.


Downtown Possibilities $295,0007513 SE 27TH ST-A. Own your own o� ce on Mercer Island. O� ce Condominium on the North end in the downtown business core. 1440 sq ft o� ce space and 240 of loft storage/work space. � is end unit has two corner o� ces, one other o� ce, reception area and a conference room. Level access from parking lot.


Convenience Throughout $295,0003200 81st Pl SE #A202. Enjoy lake & city views from this wonderful 1BR/1BA condo. Upgrades include: Granite, stainless steel appli-ances, solid wood cabinets, & designer lighting. Near freeway. Lots of Amenities to enjoy!


Office/Retail Condo $365,0007513 SE 27TH ST #14&15. Hard to � nd O� ce/Retail Condo in Mercer Island’s N’End Business Core. 2 Upper Floor Units sold together & next to another unit for sale, so potential to double sq ft. Used as retail dance studio since 1987. Huge Views! Dance � oor w/hi ceilings. Dressing room w/private ba. Plenty of storage.

Andrea Pirzio-Biroli 206.930.3456 www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/57731

Seward Park Area $659,0006528 51st Ave S. Seattle. 4BR/3.5BA home in immaculate condition w/ amazing � oor plan! Mother-in-law suite on ground level w/ separate entrance. Minutes to Seward Park & other great amenities.


OPEN

SUN 1-4

New RKK Construction Home $1,495,0005075 W Mercer Way. All new sleek & clean 4BR/3.5BA quality built contemporary home. Expansive great rm opens to dining rm, stylized kitchen & breakfast nook. Flood of light pours in from expansive window wall.


N’End Traditional $1,398,0002242 82nd Ave SE. Merging of traditional style, coveted N’end location & compelling views of Lake WA & the Cascades, this 4BR/3BA home has it all! 4,520 sq. ft. w/ Legal ADU, bi-level view deck & pristine backyard.


Two Story Traditional $1,325,0007375 80th Place SE. Elegantly appointed 4BR/2.5BA home. Recently updated kitchen and master bath. Situated in the fabulous community of � e Lakes!


New on Market! $1,075,009980 SE 40th St. Ultimate � exibility & cozy areas throughout this 4BR/2.5BA home. Updated kitchen w/new granite & appliances. Huge great room w/vaulted ceilings. Large outdoor entertaining area.


Amazing Gated Retreat $2,350,0004495 E Mercer Way. Dramatic foyer leads you into opulence. � is 6BD/5.5BA home on 2.91 acres has it all: incredible � nishes, chef ’s kitchen, elevator, home theater, master suite w/ fp, & MUCH MORE! Enormous wrap around deck to enjoy. Come Relax!


Perfection! $2,475,000� is home is simply beautiful, elegant & so invitingly comfortable. Rare setting privately situated w/lrg front lawn behind gated en-try. Stunningly designed w/ quality � nishes throughout. Great Rm � oor plan & Master Suite on main. A MUST SEE!

Lou or Lori 206.949.5674www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/37089

Tons of Potential! $1,950,0004117 83rd Ave SE. Solid home with several updates. � e large lot could potentially be 3 lots. Views of the Lake, Olympic Mountains, and city from existing home.


Classic Rambler $660,0004021 91st Ave SE. 3BR/1.5BA classic rambler with wonderful potential, sold as is. Desirable � at site w/extra room to grow. Large 9,450 sq. ft. lot has fully fenced backyard w/mature landscaping & separate garden area.


Jewel of Kitsap-Land $50,00033734 Vine Place NE, Hansville. Build your ultimate green getaway nestled among native plants & located in the hidden jewel of the Kit-sap Peninsula. Largest lot on the market right now - double corner lot on a cul-de-sac. 20,563 sq. ft.

Daryl Summers 206.697.0162www.mercerisland.johnlscott.com/80420

Timeless NW Excellence $1,799,0004421 Ferncroft Rd. Dynamic 4BR/3.25BA home on estate-like setting w/ sweeping views of Lake WA. Open � oor plan w/ designer touches, opulent � nishes & attention to detail make this a special home.


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The Mercer Island girls tennis team capped a busy week Wednesday, April 2, beating Garfield 5-2 in a nonconference matchup at Mercer Island High School. It was the team’s third match win in three days, keeping Islander ten-nis undefeated this season. The Islanders were sched-uled to compete for four consecutive days due to rainout reschedules, but had its April 3 match with Seattle Prep postponed due to, surprise, rain.

Tennis coach Mindy Blakeslee said dealing with reschedules is nothing new for Mercer Island tennis.

“It’s part of being a spring sport,” said Blakeslee with a laugh after the Garfield match. “Four [matches] is a lot, though. I pushed hard not to have four this week, but with spring break being next week, we had to get them in.”

The Bulldogs scored a couple of singles wins with Garfield’s Alexia Fite out-lasting Lydia Venditti 7-6, 3-6, 1-0 (10-2), and Alex Ferry getting past Melanie Lee 6-4, 3-6, 1-0 (10-6). Mercer Island’s Gabby Venditti won over Ariel Steinback 6-1, 6-2, and Caroline Hamilton defeat-ed Caroline Sharp 6-0, 6-0. In the doubles matches, Sammy and Sarah Sweet defeated Sophie Manum and Natalie Sharp 6-1, 6-2. Miji Suhr and Catherine

Seifert beat Celine Steinback and Sakura Kishiro 6-4, 6-4, and Julia Glick and Kristine Melin won over Ava Zech and Clair Baker 6-4, 6-2.

The week began for Mercer Island with a twice-rescheduled match against Sammamish finally taking place Monday, March 31 at Sammamish High School. The Islanders beat the Totems, 7-0. Melanie Lee defeated Tina Liu 6-4, 6-0, Caroline Hamilton beat Ha Nguyen 6-0, 6-0, Miji Suhr beat Jessica Jou 6-1, 6-0 and Kimia Preston won

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Joseph Livarchik/Staff photoMercer Island’s Kristine Melin and Julia Glick compete in doubles action against Garfield Wednesday, April 2 at Mercer Island High School. Glick and Melin beat Garfield’s Ava Zech and Clair Baker 6-4, 6-2.

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Joseph Livarchik/Staff photoMercer Island’s Lydia Venditti follows through on a return shot during her singles match with Garfield’s Alexia Fite Wednesday, April 2 at Mercer Island High School.

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It was a rough start to KingCo competition for Mercer Island baseball on Friday night. After giving up six runs in the first two innings of its KingCo open-er against Lake Washington, the Islanders fell into a defi-cit they couldn’t overcome, losing to the Kangs 7-4 at Lee Johnson Field. The loss dropped Mercer Island to 2-3 overall on the season.

Despite the Kangs extend-ing its lead to 7-0 in the third inning, Mercer Island managed to hang around, rallying for two runs in both the sixth and seventh innings to give the Kangs one last scare. But it was too little, too late.

“We have to make sure we go about our business the same way, regardless of the score,” said coach Dominic

Woody after the game. “I thought we started pretty positive, then we got kind of sucker-punched, got down 4-0, 6-0. In the last few innings, you kind of get back to it, but it’s a little bit too late at that point in time. You got to make sure you’re chipping away earlier.”

Jake Stenberg went 2-3 and batted in a run for Mercer Island, while Aidan Plummer went 1-2 with two runs batted in and pitched five innings in relief for the Islanders.

Lake Washington’s start-ing pitcher and leadoff hit-ter Connor Johnson set the tone early for the Kangs, pitching a 1-2-3 inning in the top of the first and then leading off the bottom of the inning with a double en route to a four-run inning. But after pouncing on the Islanders early, the Kangs

Islanders fall to Kangs in KingCo opener

Mercer Island catcher Keegan Ogard confers with pitcher Aidan Plummer during the Islanders’ KingCo opener against Lake Washington Friday, April 4 at Lee Johnson Field. The Islanders lost, 7-4 (staff photo).

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Mercer Island track squared off for a confer-ence meet against Interlake Thursday, April 3 at Interlake High School. The Islander girls topped the Saints 103-36, while the boys were edged 74-62.

Interlake’s Riley Brown won the 100 meter race with a time of 12.5 seconds, with Mercer Island’s Victoria Gersch finishing second at 12.81 and McKenzie Krause third at 13.63. Gersch won the 200 meters with a time of 26.49, while Kate Miller finished second at 27.46 and Piper Casey right behind her at 27.96.

In the 400 meters, Teresa Vu won with a time of 76.14. The Saints’ Megan Black was second at 1:17.9 and Jacqueline Regalia was third for Interlake at 1:19.3. Sarah Bjarnason took the 800 meters with a time of 2:24.73, with Alida Scalzo taking second at 2:28.81 and Alexa Bauman finishing third at 2:31.08.

Interlake’s Nikita Waghani won the 1600 meters with a time of 5:35.9, while Cece Rosenman won the 3200 meters with a time of 11:40.4. Lindsay Lightfoot won the 100 meter hurdles at 17.46, and Tre Saunders won the 300 meter hurdles at 55.94. Interlake’s relay team took the 400 meter relay with a time of 53.8 seconds, while Mercer Island’s team of Gersch, Piper Casey, Emily Lightfoot and Cartwright won the 800 meter relay with a time of 1:55.81. Bjarnson, Mary Lovejoy, Kate Miller and Scalzo won the 1600

relay with a time of 4:23.8. Emily Bassett won the

shot put event, throwing for 31 feet and 11 inches. She also took discus, throw-ing for 85’7. Katherine Hendrikson won javelin, throwing for 78’9. Emily Lightfoot won the high jump at 4’8 and took second in the long jump with 13’2.5. Interlake’s Daria Lewis won the long jump, posting 13’5.75”. Tre Saunders won the triple jump at 29’3.5”.

In the boys competi-tion, Ethan Vu won the 100 meters with a time of 11.47, with Benjamin Wilt and Interlake’s Bryce Hardy both finishing with a time of 11.8 Emerson Schulz won the 200 meters with a time of 23.84. Wilt was second at 24.38 and Hardy was third at 24.7.

Luke Bohlinger won the 400 meters at 55.52, while Jordano Mark was second at 57.68 and Don Le third at

58.16 Eric Schulz took the 800 meters at 1:55.4, while Dylan Lesko was second at 1:59.24 and Nathan Gallatin third at 2:01.34.

In the 1600 meters, Ian Platou won with a time of 4:44.5. Interlake’s Alex Doran was second at 4:45.5 and Teddy Larkin was third at 4:55.8.

Interlake took the top two spots in the 3200, with Luke Beauchamp winning with a time of 9:44.7 and Joseph Pooley second at 10.07. Ben Vandenbosch was third at 10:46.3.

The Saints’ Mark Mikulak won the 110 meter hurdles at 16.9 and also won the 300 meter hurdles at 47.3. Interlake took the 400 relay with a time of 47.2, while Mercer Island’s team of Emerson Schulz, Gallatin, Lesko and Eric Schulz won the 1600 relay at 3:34.1.

Interlake’s Aaron Miller won the shot put event,

throwing for 45’4. Miller also took the discus event, throwing for 117 feet, and also the javelin with a dis-tance of 118’10. Grant Jordan won the high jump for the Saints, posting 6’2. Jordan also took the tri-ple jump at 35’3.5”. And Interlake’s Austin Clark won the long jump at 18’.5”.

Next, Mercer Island will take on Juanita and Lake Washington at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 17 at Juanita High School.


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Islander girls track tops Interlake, Saints edge boys By Reporter Staff

Mercer Island’s Kaleb Warner has been selected to play in the Multnomah Athletic Foundation’s 20th annual Northwest Shootout basketball All Star games Saturday, April 26 at Liberty High School in Hillsboro, Ore. The basketball games feature boys and girls high school seniors from Oregon and Washington.

Warner was a three-year starter for Mercer Island’s boys basketball team, averaging 14.4 points per game to lead the Islanders in scoring this season. He was a mem-ber of the Washington

Interscholastic Basketball Coaches Association’s (WIBCA) 3A All-State team and was among the Washington state nominees for the 2014 McDonald’s All American game.

The 2014 Northwest Shootout basketball All Star games will begin with the girls game at 4 p.m. April 26, followed by the boys game at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for students and will be available at the door at 3 p.m. on game day. See below for the rosters of the 2014 Washington boys and girls teams.

Mercer Island’s Warner to play Northwest Shootout

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MERCER ISLAND 19, BALLARD 0 MI – 19BALLARD – 0MERCER ISLAND – Brett Bot-tomley 4 goals, 4 assists, 5 ground balls; Devlin Conway 2 goals, 1 assist, 8 ground balls; Jack Counihan 2 goals, 1 assist, 4 ground balls; Parker Bannister 2 goals, 1 assist, 2 ground balls; Mitch Stickney 2 goals, 1 ground balls; Peter Mahony 2 goals, 3 ground balls; Kevin Bern-stein 2 goals, 4 ground balls; Benji Rothenberg 1 save.

THURSDAY, APRIL 3MERCER ISLAND 16, SKYLINE 3 MI – 16SKYLINE – 3MERCER ISLAND – Brett Bot-tomley 5 goals, 1 assist, 2 ground balls; Peter Mahony 3 goals, 1 assist, 1 ground ball; Cooper Johnson 3 goals, 1 ground ball; Reid Fuhr 2 goals; Devlin Conway 1 goal, 1 assist, 11 ground balls; Chase York 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 ground ball; Evan Condon 1 goal, 8 ground balls; Jack Vassau 2 assists, 1 ground ball; Kevin Berstein 1 assist; Benji Rothenberg, 7 saves; Ezra Tillenger, 2 saves.

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VILLE 2 MI – 19WOODINVILLE – 2MERCER ISLAND -- Brett Bottom-ley 5 goals, 3 assists, 7 ground balls; Peter Mahony 4 goals, 2 assists; Kevin Bernstein 2 goals, 3 assists, 1 ground ball; Evan Condon 3 goals, 1 assist, 6 ground balls; Devlin Conway 1 goal, 1 assist, 9 ground balls; Jack Counihan 1 goal, 1 assist, 3 ground balls; Mitch Stickney 1 ground ball; Cameron Wittman 1 goal, 3 ground balls; Derek Wingard 1 assist, 1 ground ball; Cooper Johnson 1 goal, 2 ground balls; Jack Vassau 1 assist, 1 ground ball; Benji Rothenberg 5 saves; Ezra Tillinger 2 saves.

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MERCER ISLAND 1, JUANITA 1MERCER ISLAND – Sean Bender (Joshua Graham) 30:00.JUANITA – Riley O’Rourke (Tristan White) 18:00.

FRIDAY, APRIL 4MERCER ISLAND 3, LIBERTY 3

MERCER ISLAND – Sean Bender (UN) 18:00; Ryan Hill (un) 57:00; Ryan Hill Penalty kick.LIBERTY – Ryan Graham (Michael Duvall) 33:00; Ethan Diaz (Colton Ronk) 71:00; Leoul Hancock (Colton Ronk) 83:00.

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SAMM – 0 0 4 2 0 2 3 – 11MERCER ISLAND – Makenna Pellerin 5-5, 2 runs, 1 HR, 8 RBI; Morgan Peyou 3-4, 4 runs, 1 3B.

FRIDAY, APRIL 3MERCER ISLAND 9, INTERLAKE 5

MI – 0 0 3 0 2 0 4 – 9INTERLAKE – 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 – 5MERCER ISLAND – Morgan Peyou 4-5, 1 run, 1 2B; Jane Akiyoshi 3-4, 1 run; Natalie Ricklefs 2-3, 1 run.

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Contributed photoCavaliers team members Evan Doty, Lukas Ayan, Jake Goldfarb, Tynan Drayton, Alex Quinlan, Luke Johnson, Ethan Vollers, along with coaches Steven Duchaine and Matt Manner, pause for a photo after winning its Boys and Girls Club league championship.

Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club 7th grade basketball team, the Cavaliers, won its league championship Monday, March 17. The Cavs finished its season with a record of 8-1. Team members include Evan Doty, Lukas Ayan, Jake Goldfarb, Tynan Drayton, Alex Quinlan, Luke Johnson, Ethan Vollers, Alex Kazor, Ty Robinson and Scotty Rowe. The Cavaliers are coached by Steven Duchaine, Matt Manner and Jake Rogers.

MI 7th grade basketball team wins league championship

over Katie Lachasse 6-0, 6-0. In doubles, Caroline Dillon and Jamie Mounger beat Daniel McCormach and Jama Gantulsa 6-4, 6-3, Catherine Seifert and Fiona Brasfeld won over Olivia Tremblay and Jennifer Chi 6-1, 6-0, and Chloe Gage and Kelly Hanschen defeated Taryn Okamoto and Brenda Lee 6-1, 6-0.

Mercer Island followed

began to ease off, allowing the Islanders back into the game. “If you look at the end of the game, they only had one more run than us,” said Woody. “We’ve just got to make sure that when we come out here, we’re ready to rock and roll from the very first pitch.”

When asked what take-aways he had from his team’s KingCo opener, Woody mentioned the way

the Islanders went about the end of the game.

“We could’ve shut it down at 7-0. We ended up coming back and almost getting it to one swing right there. If Keegan got on base, we’re one swing away from tying it up. Hopefully we can take those last couple innings and use that momentum going forward.”

Next for Mercer Island will be a matchup with Interlake at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9 at Island Crest Park.

BASEBALL | FROM 14 TENNIS | FROM 14 Monday’s road victory with another win on the road, beating Interlake 7-0 Tuesday at Interlake High School. Mercer Island’s Venditti twins each scored three-set wins in singles competition, with Lydia Venditti winning over Lina Larson 4-6, 6-4, 1-0 (10-7) and Gabby Venditti defeating Isabelle Long 5-7, 6-1, 1-0 (10-5). Sarah Sweet beat Melissa Long 6-4, 6-2, and Sammy Sweet won over Shreya Singh 6-0, 6-2. In the doubles match-es, Caroline Hamilton and Caroline Dillon defeated Brigette Long and Kate Chen 6-4, 6-1. Melanie Lee

and Miji Suhr beat Julia Liu and Vickie Zlatinova 6-1, 7-5, and Catherine Seifert and Fiona Brasfeld won over Sophie Wang and Jane Higa 6-4, 6-3.

Amidst the whirlwind week of matches, Blakeslee said she thought her team was a little tired and that her heart goes out to the kids on the team. As a mother of two daughters in high school, she under-stands they have a lot on their plate.

“It’s hard on them because they have so much homework,” she said. “I warned them ahead of time it was going to be like this.

I told them the good news is that spring break is next week, and [they’ll] have some time to rest and relax, but to really be thoughtful about [their] homework and get it done. The work-load these kids have, with sports and everything, it’s hard. I feel for them.”

Blakeslee said her team won’t practice over the break and hopes they’ll be able to rest and relax over spring break. “We’ll come back rejuvenated and hopefully get some nice weather and longer day-light hours. Then it turns into a nice spring sport.”

wednesday | 9the right stuff - exercise as medicine for enhanced wellness: 2-3 p.m. Apr. 9, Aljoya, 2430 76th Ave. S.E. In this class for seniors, learn how exercise helps you stay healthy and come away with tips for increas-ing your physical activity. This session will be taught by Dr. June Kloubec, Ph.D., Professor of Nutrition and Exercise Science at Bastyr University. Refreshments will be served and there is complimentary parking. RSVP at 206-538-6400. senior foundation meet-

ing: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Apr. 9, MI Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. “Optimimizing the Value of Your Costco Membership” is a special presentation at the general member-ship meeting of the Senior Foundation of Mercer Island. This meeting, open to the public, with social time at 6:30, Costco speaker from 7:15-8 p.m. and meeting from 8-8:30 p.m., includes File of Life distribution, grant applica-tion forms, refreshments and door prizes. For more info or if you need a ride, please call 206-232-4597.

thursday | 10the poet’s magic hour: 11 a.m., Apr. 10, Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. S.E. Presented by Thomas H. Pruiksma. Ages 4 and older. What happens when you combine poetry, storytelling and magic to explore the power of words? You discover the ways language can inspire your dreams and fire the imagination.

tuesday | 15mercer island library late opening: Apr. 15. Closed for staff training. The Mercer Island Library will open at 11:30 a.m. Please use nearby KCLS libraries or contact Ask KCLS for assistance, call 425-462-9600 or 1-800-462-9600.teen advisory board: 7-8 p.m., Apr. 15, Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. S.E. Voice your opinions on the programs and services the library offers! Come with feedback and bring your ideas to discuss. Munch pizza, too. Free.drop-in to learn about ebooks: 11:30-12:30 p.m., Apr. 16, Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. S.E. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your tablet, eReader, or phone, to ask questions about down-loading from the library’s growing catalog of titles.

thursday | 17‘girl rising’: 7-8:30 p.m. Apr. 17, Mercer Island High School Performing Arts Center, 9100 S.E. 42nd St.

Around the world, mil-lions of girls face barriers to education that boys do not. When you educate a girl you can break cycles of poverty in just one generation. ‘Girl Rising,’ a groundbreaking film that

has been seen by millions, tells the stories of nine unforgettable girls from around the world. Born into unforgiving circum-stances, these remarkable girls are capturing their dreams by pushing past limits. $5 for Mercer Island PTA members; $10 for non-PTA members. For more information, visit www.miparentedge.org.

events | ongoingmival small format art show: ongoing through April 27. 12-6 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays, 12-4 p.m.,

Sundays, Mercer Island Visual Arts League Gallery, 2836 78th Ave. S.E. More than 70 artists from throughout the region and out of state can be viewed at the MIVAL Gallery dur-ing the month of April. Unique show demonstrat-ing detailed and delicate skills of the artists. Artists will be present periodically throughout the month. More information: www.MIVAL.org.

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events | uPComingmi sister cit y associa-tion - cercle francophone french conversation evening: 7-9 p.m., Apr. 22. The Mercer Island Sister City Association will sponsor an informal French Conversation Evening for anybody who wants to improve his/her French at the home of Beth Brennen on Mercer Island. The only “rule” is that we speak French. All levels of French are welcome. For more information and driving directions, contact Beth Brennen 232-7650 or Monica Howell 232-2983. circle of friends luncheon: 11:30 a.m. registration and 12-1 p.m. lunch, Apr. 24, SJCC Mercer Island cam-pus, 3801 East Mercer Way. The 2014 SJCC Ninth Annual Circle of Friends Luncheon will recognize Stan Rosen as the 2014 Samuel and Althea Stroum Spirit of Inspiration Honoree. For information and tickets, go to www.sjcc.org.town hall meeting - drinking, drugs and the transition to college: 7-8:30 p.m., Apr. 24, Mercer Island Community and Events Center, 8236

S.E. 24th St. Everything parents need to know before sending their kid to college, hosted by Dr. Jason KIlmer of the University of Washington.

mipa’s circus: 10-2 p.m., Apr. 26, Mercer Island High School, 9100 S.E. 42nd St. The Mercer Island Preschool Association is calling all toddlers, preschool-ers and kindergartners! The Circus is on its way at Mercer Island High School. Featuring pony rides, Dizzy’s Tumble Bus, bouncy houses, face-painting, cupcake walks, carnival games and more. Free event. For more information, visit www.mipreschoolassociation.org/mipa-events/circus.leap for green family sustainabilit y fair: 12-4 p.m., Apr. 26, Mercer Island Community & Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Learn. Act. Impact! Join us for this fun-filled day of chil-dren’s activities, enter-tainment, food and infor-mation on how everyone can learn, act and impact sustainability in the com-munity. Free event. For more information, con-tact Diane Mortenson at [email protected].

medication take back day: 10-2 p.m. Apr. 26, Mercer Island City Hall, 9611 S.E. 36th St. Bring unwanted or unused and expired prescription medications to City Hall to safely dis-pose of them. The bins will be located near the Police Station. If you have questions, please call Sharon Broz at 206-275-7743. mi sister cit y associa-tion soiree gourmet din-ner: 6:30 p.m., May 3. A gourmet, French-inspired four-course feast with paired wines to be held at Kaspar’s in Seattle. Community members are invited and encouraged to join us. For tickets or more information about the Soiree Dinner, contact Linda Todd at 232-4570 or www.brownpapertickets.com/event/593568.spiritualit y and eter-nal life talk: 7:30 p.m., May 5, Youth Theatre Northwest, 8805 S.E. 40th St. Aging, and all the things associated with it, is certainly a leading topic today. International speaker Mark Swinney asks, “Could it be that God didn’t intend us to age?” For more informa-tion on the event, call Pat Matteson at 206-232-8028.

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By Timi Gustafson R.D.

Most of us already knew about the importance of eating more fruit and vegetables to stay healthy and control our weight. But now a new study (www.ucl.ac.uk/news/headlines/0514/010413-fruit-veg-consumption-death-risk) from England suggests that no less than seven servings of fresh produce per day may be required to give us a reasonable shot at good health and old age.

For their research, sci-entists from University C o l l e g e L o n d o n (UCL) used data from annual sta-tistical sur-veys, known as Health Survey for E n g l a n d ( w w w. u c l .ac.uk/hssrg/studies/hse) (HSE), to study the eating habits of over 65,000 Brits, starting in 2001 and ongo-ing through 2013.

Based on their findings, they concluded that par-ticipants who followed a diet rich in fruit and veg-etables could dramatically lower their risk of dying prematurely from any ill-ness, including heart dis-ease and cancer.

For example, people who ate seven or more portions of plant-based foods every day decreased their risk of death from all causes by an astound-ing 42 percent, from heart disease by 31 percent, and from cancer by 25 per-cent. These numbers, the researchers observed, held up even after they were adjusted for age, gender, weight, physical activity level, income, education, and lifestyle, including tobacco and alcohol use.

The apparent benefits are staggering, said Dr. Oyinlola Oyebode, the

lead author of the study. “The clear message here is that the more fruit and vegetables you eat, the less likely you are to die at any age.”

Until now, most offi-cial guidelines advised about five servings daily. The World Health Organization (WHO) called increasing con-sumption of fruit and vegetables to “5 A Day” (www.who. int/media-centre/news/notes/2004/np17/en/) an important part of its “Global Strategy on Diet, Physical Activity

and Health” in 2004. Australia has a public cam-paign named “Go for 2&5” ( w w w. g o f o -r2and5.com.au) that pro-motes eating two portions of fruit and five of vegeta-bles per day,

especially for children. In the United States, a program titled “Fruits & Veggies – More Matters” (fruitsandveggiesmorem-atters.org) recommends filling half of every plate with fruit and vegetables.

People shouldn’t feel overwhelmed by these numbers, said Dr. Oyebode. “Whatever your starting point, it is always worth eating more fruit and vegetables. In our study, even those eating one to three portions had a significantly lower risk than those eating less than one,” she added.

Critics have pointed out that these latest rec-ommendations may be unrealistic for most peo-ple because of high pric-es for fresh food items. For example, Dr. Naveed Sattar, a professor of met-abolic medicine at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, said the seven-a-day message was too challenging for many con-

sumers and would require governmental subsidies and/or additional taxes on less healthy products to make high quality foods available to all in society.

Other experts agree. People were already struggling with the exist-ing targets. Plus, in the real world, eating hab-its are a complex issue that involves numerous variables such as access, affordability, education, and social and cultural differences. Also, simply focusing on the health effects of one or two food groups leaves out mul-tiple other components, including agricultural and environmental factors. Not many of us can devise their own dietary regimen independent of their sur-roundings.

The bottom line is that we all have to make the best of what we have to work with. The new study, as dramatic as its findings appear to be, is not really new at all. It says that the healthier you eat – plus do the other important things like exercise, manage stress, get enough sleep, don’t abuse your body – the greater the chances will be for you to stay healthy and fit throughout your life.

But you probably already knew that, too.

Timi Gustafson R.D. is a registered dietitian, news-paper columnist, blogger

and author. For more, visit, www.timigustafson.com.

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“And you thought you were already eating healthy.” to do something and this

is a great opportunity to help.’”

People read the Reporter story in addition to hearing about Mercer Island Cares Oso much on KIRO.

But many were simply people who came through the front door of the salon.

“Contributions from (our) clients of Au Courant and the DEN make up more than a third of the donations as of last Friday,” she added.

“I am touched by the generosity of our commu-nity,” she said.

Mercer Island Cares Oso Much April 5 total $13,005

Island business $500 challenge donors

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DENCharles Peterson M.D.,

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Paula OrehekPhyllis VonwolffersdorffMike and Susan CeroMuriel EpsteinFred and Gina RadkeDavid and Lisa TweterMary Ellen VettoEleanor RogersMatthew Cavanaugh and Anne KusakaPatrick and Margie OgawaMelinda and Jonathan SmithMary BruckerKaren KellyRaymond Noble

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How to give• All donations are tax

deductible and 100 per-cent of the money goes to the Oso relief. • Make checks payable to: The Cascade Valley Foundation Relief Fund. • Drop off cash or checks between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday - Sat-urday at the Au Courant Salon & The DEN at 7900 S.E. 28th St. • Questions? Want to help? Call 232-1336. • For other ways to con-tribute, go to our website at www.mi-reporter.com.

Mary L. Grady / Staff photoThe banner at the door of the AuCourant and the DEN for the relief fund for those affected by the landslide in Oso, Wash. in March. Barely a week old, the fund had brought in more than $13,000 as of last Friday.

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Sound Publishing, Inc. is seeking a Marketing De- velopment Coordinator to research, plan and im- p lement mar ke t p ro - grams throughout the organization. This position acts as a consultant and r e s o u r c e t o S o u n d Pub l i sh i ng ’s Na t i on - al/Regional Advertising Sales team and senior- level management; and is responsible for developing and implementing brand, market, and account specific sales and marketing presentations. The successful candidate will bring extensive market ing/adver t is ing experience in the print and/or digital media industry. Must be proficient in InDesign, Photo- shop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Word, Ex- ce l , PowerPo in t and html5; have the ability to communicate effectively; possess excellent presentation skills as well as basic math and English ski l ls. Candidate wil l also be a problem solver who thr ives in a fast- paced, deadline-driven envi ronment wi th the ability to think ahead of the curve. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field and three to f ive years of marketing/brand exper ience. We offer a competitive s a l a r y a n d b e n e f i t s package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) If you meet the above qualifications and are seeking an opportunity to be part of a venerable media company, email us your resume and cover letter [email protected]

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NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Em- p l o y e r ( E O E ) a n d strongly supports diver- si ty in the workplace. Check out our website to find out more about us!www.soundpublishing.com

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Business Opportunities

Make Up To $2,000.00+ Per Week! New Credit Card Ready Drink-Snack Vending Machines. Mini- mum $4K to $40K+ In- vestment Required. Lo- cations Available. BBB Accred i ted Bus iness. (800) 962-9189

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Schools & Training

AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Tra in for hands on Av iat ion Career. FAA approved program. Fi- nancial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation In- stitute of Maintenance 877-818-0783

stuffCemetery Plots

1 PLOT $7,500 IN Preti- gous Sunset Memorial Park in Bellevue. View of the mountains!!! Sold out space in the desirable “Garden of Prayer” section. Lot # 210, space # 5. Owner pays transfer fee & endowment care fee. If available would retail at $22,000. Private owner. 503-412-8424.

2 CEMETERY PLOTS, $4,500 each. Evergreen Washelli. Each plot has placements for 2 urns. One plot is Lot 417, Sec- tion 4 and the other plot is Lot 129, Section 3. One located in Memory Glen on Cascade Slope. T h e o t h e r H e a t h e r Slope. The cemetery list price for each space is $5,750. Contact at 206- 369-6873.

$7,700=2 SIDE BY SIDE plots in highly desirable “Lords Prayer Memorial” area Evergreen-Washelli Memorial Park. Valued at $5,750 ea. Section 17, lot 214, graves 6 & 7 . 11111 Aurora Ave Nor th , 98133. Glor ia 480-361-5074.

ACACIA Memorial Park, “Birch Garden”, (2) adjacent cemetery plots, #3 & #4. Se l l ing $4,000 each or $7,500 both. They wi l l charge you $5,000 each. Located in Shoreline / N. Seattle. Call or email Emmons Johnson, 206-794-2199, [email protected]

BEAUTIFUL LOCATION Mature floral landscape with fountain. Peaceful location in “Garden of Flowers”. Desirable Bon- ney Watson, Sea Tac, near Airport. 1 Plot for sale, asking $3,500 obo. $5000 va lue. P lease leave message, I will return your call 206-734- 9079.

GREENWOOD MEMO- RIAL Park, Renton. (2) Side by Side plots in (sold out) “Heather Sec- tion”, Plots 3 & 4. Monu- ments are OK. Valued at $10,000 each. Sell for $7,900 each or best offer. Save $800 and buy both for $15,000 or best offer. Seller pays transfer fees. Andrew, 206- 373-1988


Cemetery Plots

S AC R A F I C I N G T WO ADJOINING PLOTS IN beautiful Sunset Memo- rial Park, Bellevue. Lo- cated in the “Prayer Gar- den”, block 215, lots 1 & 2. Rest in comfort, know- ing your loved one is by y o u r s i d e . W o r t h $34,000. Wi l l se l l for $20,000. 253-307-2530.

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NOTICEWashington State law requires wood sellers to provide an invoice (re- ceipt) that shows the s e l l e r ’s a n d bu ye r ’s name and address and the date delivered. The invoice should also state the price, the quantity delivered and the quantity upon which the price is based. There should be a statement on the type and quality of the wood.When you buy firewood write the seller’s phone number and the license plate number of the delivery vehicle.The legal measure for firewood in Washington is the cord or a fraction of a cord. Estimate a cord by v isual iz ing a four-foot by eight-foot space filled with wood to a height of four feet . Most long bed pickup trucks have beds that are close to the four-foot by 8-foot dimension.To make a f i r ewood complaint, call 360-902- 1857.

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pets/animals

Dogs

( 2 ) ADORABLE TOY Female Papill ion Pup- pies. Black and White with a touch of Brown. 4 months old, all shots and h ave b e e n w o r m e d . CKC Registered. Great pe rsona l i t i es . House raised with cat and other dogs. $650. P ic tures emailed upon request. 425-226-0653

8 MIN PIN PUPPIES. Adorable cuties, ready to c u d d l e y o u . T h r e e chocolate & tans and two b lack & tans (8 weeks) $250 each. Four R e d M i n P i n s ( 1 0 weeks) $200 each. Tails docked. Ears natural . Can deliver. Call Hazel at 206-497-1248 or 360- 808-4728.

ADORABLE TOY Poo- d l e s , 2 M a l e s l e f t . $1,500 each. Parents are AKC Regis tered, Companions Only. Vet Hea l t h Checked , A l l Shots and Dewormed. Dew Claws Removed and Tai ls Have Been Docked, Also By The Vet. Family Raised, Ken- nel Trained. 360-674- 2437. For Pictures and More Info:[email protected]

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Dogs

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RARE AKC NORWICH Male, 10 weeks. House raised, good with children and people. Broke to puppy pads and outside. Sel ls with a Vet H e a l t h C h e c k . L o w S h e d d i n g , U T D o n Worming and Shots. Al- so : a 3 1 /2 year o ld Male. Goes on leash, housebroke, etc. $1,800 each or $2,500 for [email protected]

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Garage/Moving SalesKing County

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wheelsMarinePower

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AutomobilesChevrolet

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AutomobilesFord

1996 FORD F250 XLT 4WD Ex tended Cab. Only 93,900 mi $11,995. Extras Galore! Absolut- ley excel inside & out! Or iginal non smoking owner is selling his toy. High shine gloss black. Factory airbags, full tow package & Line-X Bed Liner. Call Steve to talk shop 253-335-5919, Au- burn. Please leave message, I will return your call.

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Market Development CoordinatorSound Publishing, Inc. is seeking a Marketing Development Coordinator to research, plan and implement market programs throughout the organization. This position acts as a consultant and resource to Sound Publishing’s National/Regional Advertising Sales team and senior-level management; and is responsible for developing and implementing brand, market, and account speci� c sales and marketing presentations.

The successful candidate will bring extensive marketing/advertising experience in the print and/or digital media industry. Must be pro� cient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and html5; have the ability to communicate e� ectively; possess excellent presentation skills as well as basic math and English skills. Candidate will also be a problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with the ability to think ahead of the curve. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related � eld and three to � ve years of marketing/brand experience.

We o� er a competitive salary and bene� ts package including health insurance, paid time o� (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.)

If you meet the above quali� cations and are seeking an opportunity to be part of a venerable media company, email us your resume and cover letter [email protected]. No phone calls please.

Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. Check out our website to � nd out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com

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Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. We o� er a great work environment with opportunity for advancement along with a competitive bene� ts package including health insurance, paid time o� (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401k.

Accepting resumes at:[email protected] by mail to:19426 68th Avenue S, Kent, WA 98032ATTN: HRPlease state which position and geographic area you are applying for.

Sales Positions• Multi Media Advertising Sales Consultants - Everett - Issaquah/Sammamish - Bellevue - Friday HarborNon-Sales Positions• Market Development Coordinator - Bellevue• Creative Services Manager - Seattle

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Miscellaneous Autos

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Notice to ContractorsWashington State Law

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Professional ServicesLegal Services

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Lake/Olympic Vw $738,000Solid 3BR/2BA. Great garden spaces. Partial city, lake & mtn view. Flat grassy yard. Western exposure. North End & Less than 10 minutes to Seattle. #524014

Sarah Ford 206-230-5354Becky Nadesan 206-230-5377

South End $1,465,000Impeccably maintained 2007 traditional. 4BR/3.5BA great- room concept with main-� r & upper of� ces, bonus room and gorgeous � nishes. Sunny yard w/sport court #602616


◆ New Listing $1,388,800Amazing, light & bright western facing view home! One story w/daylight base-ment. Meticulously maintained home! 4BR/2.5BA, 3560sf. Mid Island location. #609655

Debbie Barbara 206-300-6077

MEET OUR BROKERS

Scott MacRaeYou Real Estate Concierge

[email protected]

As a third generation Islander, who grew up here and graduated from Mercer Island High School, Scott knows what makes our island such an amazing place to live.

In 2013, after 30 years in the restaurant indus-try, Scott joined Becky Nadesan, and Sarah Ford at the Mercer Island Coldwell Banker Bain o� ce. This partnership has allowed Scott to leverage Becky and Sarah’s over twenty years’ experience as top real estate brokers in the Puget Sound area.

Scott focuses his ‘client � rst’ experience on Mercer Island and the Eastside. His goal throughout the entire process of buying and selling each home is to pro-vide an amazingly positive experience for everyone.

Call or email Scott anytime to talk about your real estate questions and needs.

Gold Coast $2,968,750Feel your cares subside the moment you arrive. Clean lines and walls of windows set the stage for this 5BR/2.75BA home. 60’ of prime Lake WA waterfront. #604992

Peggy Watkins 206-230-5444

Seabeck $3,750,000Unique mansion on 8 acres with 500 ft of prime waterfront. Old world charm, dramatic views. One of a kind opportunity! #525084


Monroe SS $314,900Comfortable 4 bedroom, 3.5BA home in pleasant Remington Heights community. Each bedroom has it’s own walk-in closet. Beautiful granite kitchen counter tops #459722


mercer island reporter, april 09, 2014

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