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Matt Brashears/Special to the Reporter Seated on a wheel well in a Jeep with at least 11 seniors aboard, Aidan McInerny holds onto a rollbar as his classmates rock the Jeep, which was pulling the senior float during Friday afternoon’s parade.

By Mary L. [email protected]

A judge has determined that the Mercer Island School District discriminated against a student at Islander Middle School last year in its handling of allegations that the student was harassed by other students in October 2011.

An Oct. 15 decision by Judge Michelle C. Mentzer, of the Washington State Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH), on behalf of the state superinten-dent’s office, says that the school

district mishandled an investiga-tion and its aftermath regarding two incidents involving a student who has special needs.

The parents of the student com-plained that the district did not adequately address claims of racial slurs and related behavior involving their son, as required by state law. The judge ruled that the investiga-tion regarding the incidents was flawed, and those flaws were sufficiently serious enough to create a hostile environment.

The student came to Islander Middle School last fall as a new student in the seventh grade. He

came with an individualized learn-ing plan from his prior school district. He is of mixed race. He spent his first week at the school

in IMS’s special edu-cation program, but was later withdrawn from that program by his parents and joined a regular classroom.

Just a few weeks later, the student reported two inci-dents of racial and ethnic harassment that occurred in a

class in October. They included racial slurs by a fellow student and were followed by other inci-dents that included throwing crab

Botched harassment inquiry leads to ‘hostile environment’

Candidates for Senate still looking for votes

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School Board meeting is thursday, Oct. 25

The Mercer Island School District Board of Directors will hold its second monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, in the School Administration building at 4160 86th Ave. S.E.

all island Band night Friday, Oct. 26

The annual celebration of student bands on Mercer Island will take place on Friday, Oct. 26.

All Island Band Night, a long-standing Islander tradition, brings together band students from each of the Mercer Island schools to perform during halftime at Friday’s football game. The game begins at 7 p.m.

alpenland Oktoberfest is Saturday, Oct. 27

Don’t miss Oktoberfest at Alpen-land from 6 to 9 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 27.

New owners Dianne and Chris Masaoka, who now have a liquor license for the restaurant, are con-tinuing this tasty Island tradition at 2707 78th Ave. S.E.

Ytn hosting community input meeting Oct. 30

The board and staff of Youth Theatre Northwest invite the com-munity to join a discussion about plans for a new site for YTN.

The next Community Input ses-sion will be at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30, at Youth Theatre North-west, 8805 S.E. 40th Street.

Youth Theatre Northwest wants to hear from the community, as well as performers and their fami-lies, about how YTN should move forward. For more information, con-tact Leslie Muller at [email protected] or Becky Showalter at [email protected].

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By Reporter StaffAs just days remain until the

Nov. 6 general election, Islander and state Senator Steve Litzow, a Republican, and his opponent, fel-low Islander, Democrat Maureen Judge, will continue to campaign and raise funds until the very end.

Despite dozens of endorse-ments, hundreds of supporters and thousands of dollars on each side, neither candidate is taking anything for granted.

The two met in the August pri-mary, when Litzow took 56 per-cent of the vote to Judge’s 44. Just 31,000 voted. Statewide, just under 40 percent cast their ballots in the primary.

Judge says that Litzow, in his first term, did not do enough to support education, and he appears to put his party affiliation above

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Judge Michelle C. Mentzer, OAH

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the needs of constituents.Judge told the Reporter

then that she became inter-ested in running for the Legislature after a turn shepherding a bill through Olympia to safeguard infants from toxic sub-stances.

Judge is the former executive director of the Washington Toxics Coalition. WTC works to keep toxic chemicals out of homes, schools and work-places.

Her most i m p o r t a n t accomplishment during her time there was the pas-sage of a law to ensure that baby bottles, children’s food and bever-age containers, and sports bot-tles are now free of the hormone-disrupt-ing chemical bisphenol A (BPA). She spent a good deal of time and effort, she said, personally working in Olympia and with mem-bers of the Legislature to ban these products.

Her experience there led her to want to do more in Olympia and to do so in a nonpartisan way.

She told the Reporter then that she herself rep-resents so many in the 41st Legislative District and across the country. She is a

woman and a single parent making her way in tough economic times.

“I am the 41st District,” she said.

As she has worked her way through the campaign into the summer and the fall, she has found that vot-ers are concerned about funding for education, the preservation of reproduc-tive health services for women and jobs.

Her website lists 30 poli-ticians and leaders who

have endorsed her candidacy, including 37 public or non-profit organizations that include public safety personnel, labor organizations, the Washington state chapter of the National Organization for Women and repro-

ductive rights groups. Judge also earned the endorsement of the local SEUI Healthcare union, representing more than 22,000 doctors, registered nurses and other health-care professionals state-wide. She also earned the endorsement of SEIU 925, representing more than 23,000 child care providers in Washington.

Judge is particularly proud of her endorsements from firefighters across the Eastside, including the

Mercer Island firefighters. “I understand issues

around health for safety personnel,” she said, refer-ring to her time on the tox-ics coalition. “Firefighters in particular face exposure to toxicity from fighting fires.”

She has been sad to see teachers vilified in discussions about educa-tion funding. “It is easy to point at one group, such as teachers, to take the blame for an issue. We need to change the conver-sation.”

“Firefighters, nurses and teachers, need our sup-port,” she said. “We need to protect the people who protect us.”

Professionally, Judge is an independent mar-keting consultant. In the past, she was a manager for Real Networks in Seattle and later moved over to Expedia.com in Bellevue. She is a graduate of Boston University with a degree in political science and English. She grew up in the Seattle area. Judge is a mem-ber of the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce and has been on the board for the Youth and Family Services Foundation. She moved to the Island in 2006 and lives on the North end with her daughter, who attends Mercer Island High School.

In addition to her volun-teer work as board presi-dent of the Mercer Island Youth and Family Services Foundation, Judge was a member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the Starlight Children’s Foundation, a nonprofit serving seri-ously ill children and their families. She has also served on the King County Conservation Voters Board and four years on NARAL Pro-Choice Washington’s PAC board.

Judge’s reports to the Wshington State Public

Disclosure Commission show that she had about $75,000 in the bank on Sept. 1.

As for her opponent, Judge says that he promised bipartisanship but did not deliver. “Litzow made the

last vote at the end of the regu-lar [Legislative] session against the [bipartisan] budget that sent the state into special sessions that cost taxpay-ers $450,000. That is money

that could have gone to schools,” she said.

Incumbent state Senator Steve Litzow, Judge’s oppo-nent, reports that he has lost seven pounds this campaign season. He has kept track of how many doorbells he has rung. As of Friday, Oct. 5, he report-ed that he has been to 7,845 homes. In his last cam-paign, he lost 13 pounds.

Litzow, a Republican, is a management consul-tant and a former two-term Mercer Island City Councilmember.

He won the state Senate seat in 2010, defeating Randy Gordon, an attor-ney from Bellevue who had been appointed to fulfill the term left open by Islander Fred Jarrett, who left shortly after being elected to join the staff of the King County Council.

Litzow and his wife, Jenny, have lived on Mercer Island for more than 15 years. They have four chil-dren.

Litzow’s work in the Senate to date has earned him the Warren G. Magnuson Award for Bipartisan Leadership from the Municipal League of King County as well as the National Federation of Independent Business ‘Guardian of Small Business Award’ for sup-porting a more business-friendly environment in

the state Legislature. He has endorsements from education and children’s advocates.

The senator worked as a marketing executive with Procter & Gamble. He is currently a partner with EMM Group, a global mar-keting management com-

pany, and served in senior man-agement roles with a number of local companies.

Litzow is a member of the board of the Bellevue College F o u n d a t i o n , Summer Search,

a nonprofit mentoring program for at-risk youth, Thrive by Five, Puget Sound Ecosystem Coordinating Board and The Nature Conservancy.

According to state PDC reports, Litzow had

$350,000 in the bank as of Sept. 1.

He says that as he has talked to voters across the district this spring and summer, he hears three things. First, concerns about the economy and when and how it will turn around; issues regarding education standards and funding adequacy; and, finally, health care.

He added that he is somewhat surprised he had not heard much during this campaign about transpor-tation and environmental concerns.

“People are too focused on those [first three] topics to even get to social issues such as gay marriage,” he said.

Litzow said he has been busy focused on early edu-cation and K-12 initiatives and education financing.

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It’s that time of year for pumpkins, scarecrows, and the annual Chamber of Commerce trick-or-treating event. Photo by Rebecca Mar.On Wednesday, Oct. 31, join princesses, superheroes, Darth Vaders and more for the Chamber’s trick-or-treating event for children from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Town Center and at South end businesses. Bring a donation for the Mercer Island Food Pantry and get candy in return.

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He is also on the Financial Institutions Housing & Insurance Committee and the Transportation Committee.

He was the sole spon-sor of seven bills in the most recent L e g i s l a t i v e session and was a second-ary sponsor of 150 more bills, both signifi-cant and sym-bolic.

They include SB 5213, on insurance stat-utes, which was passed and signed by the governor, and SB 5784, on Regional Ocean Partnerships, also signed by the governor — and others that range from modifying unemploy-ment insurance, due to high unemployment in the state, to preserving a

school district levy base. Regarding health care

and the issues being dis-cussed in the presiden-tial campaigns, Litzow says that he sees some of the concern over how

Obamacare, or any alternative to it, would work.

“I think we have got to fig-ure out how it [ O b a m a c a r e ] will work, not just now, but in 10 years. The mechanics are important. The delivery and access have to

be worked out. How do we make it workable and fair?

“The good news is that more people will be covered. A piece of bad news is that we don’t have enough doctors to treat them all,” he said.

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traffic and toll revenue on track for SR- 520, SR-167 this year

By Reporter StaffTraffic and revenue

are meeting or exceeding expectations on the State Route 520 floating bridge while the popularity of the State Route 167 High Occupancy Toll lanes continues to rise, accord-ing to year-end financial statements.

“This data shows that tolling can provide a big lift to keep traffic moving while generating revenue for future improvements,” said Craig Stone, WSDOT Toll Division director. “Drivers are also learning that tolling can help pro-vide a more reliable trip.”

Average daily traffic across the SR-520 floating bridge in 2012 has been 18 percent higher than expected. Weekend traf-fic across the bridge has steadily increased as well, with usage rates 36 per-cent more than anticipat-ed. Even with the higher traffic volumes, drivers are saving about six min-utes from their pre-toll travel times.

“Most importantly, we’re ahead of the finan-

cial plan,” said Stone. “That keeps us on track to make debt payments to replace the vulnerable floating bridge.”

WSDOT also reports traffic along SR-167 HOT lanes is flowing more efficiently, with vol-umes tripling since May 2008 while maintaining 60-mph traffic speeds. During weekday, peak-hour travel, HOT lane drivers saved about six minutes of travel time by paying an average toll of $1.75.

“Not everyone uses them every day, but the HOT lanes are there when people need them,” said Stone.

Tolling on SR-520 is expected to raise $1 bil-lion overall toward the $4.65 billion SR-520 bridge replacement and HOV program, which builds 12.8 miles of safety and mobility improve-ments from Interstate 5 in Seattle to State Route 202 in Redmond.

The existing SR 520 floating bridge opened to traffic in 1963, and is vulnerable to sinking dur-ing a severe storm after weathering decades of wind and waves.

The target date to open the new bridge to traffic is December 2014.

accessible voting

Special voting equip-ment called Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) for individuals with disabili-ties who can’t use vote-by-mail paper ballots are available now.

These special units give voters the ability to listen to the ballot choic-es with headphones and they include a keypad for voters with visual, cogni-tive or learning disabili-ties. The AVU height can be adjusted, and most also have an insert device for people who use sip and puff auxiliary aids.

Voters who need these devices can vote any time between now and elec-tion day.

Learn more at blogs.sos.wa.gov/FromOurCor-ner/index.php/2012/10/accessible-voting-give-voters-with-disabilities-a-choice.

“We have to figure out how it [Obamacare] will work, not just now, but in 10 years.”

Steve Litzow, State senator

Patrick Bannon/Bellevue Downtown AssociationCandidates for the 41st and 48th Districts participate in a candidate forum in Bellevue in early October. From left to right, 48th Dist., Pos. 1: Rep. Ross Hunter and Bill Hirt; 48th Dist., Pos. 2: Cyrus Habib and Hank Myers; 41st Dist., Pos. 2: Judy Clibborn; 41st Dist., Pos. 1: Rep. Marcie Maxwell and Tim Eaves; and 41st Dist., Senate: Maureen Judge and Sen. Steve Litzow. Craig Groshart (at podium), editor of the Bellevue Reporter, moderated the forum, sponsored by the Bellevue Downtown Association.

Union challenges SODO stadium deal

By Reporter StaffThe Seattle SODO sta-

dium deal, the proposal to build a new basketball and hockey arena, is headed to court. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union local 19, filed a law-suit in King County Superior Court on Friday, Oct. 19, challenging the decision of the City of Seattle and King County to move forward with an agreement to build a sports arena in Seattle’s industrial SODO district.

The lawsuit alleges that Seattle and King County violated the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). It asks the court to invalidate the Memorandum of Understanding signed by Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn, and King County Executive Dow Constantine on Oct. 16.

The lawsuit is available for downloading at www.gendlermann.com.


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Talent and dedication were on display during the arts and crafts fair at Covenant Shores on Mercer Island. The residents of Covenant Shores held their third annual fair on Thursday, Oct. 18. A wide variety of items were exhib-ited but not for sale, ranging from quilts and baskets to calligraphy and watercolors.

Seated at one table, Al White explained to admir-ers how he uses a lathe to craft his California redwood bowls. Shirley Wilkinson demonstrated using a bas-ket-weave stitch on needle-point covers for a set of six chairs that had belonged to her mother. She started the project five years ago to reupholster each antique chair for her daughter and hopes to finish next month.

Don Hanson described how his 36-inch, four-har-ness maple loom works — it is a loom that can hold more than 500 threads at once. A bass wood American kestrel,

or falcon, the handiwork of Jim Larson, was on display, and a how-to woodcarv-ing video played on a large screen. Bright, intricate quilts by Nancy Gronhovd and others added a splash of vibrant color to the show.

Greta Baker’s handsewn dancing dresses were also presented.

“My husband and I have been dancing ever since we got married, and that was 34 years ago,” Baker said. She and her husband, Robert, are ballroom dancers and also belong to the Scandia Folkdance Society. They attend Let’s Dance Club dances in the Mercer Island VFW Hall, in addition to the Austria Club’s Viennese Ball. Baker learned to sew as a teenager, taught by her mother, and this year alone has made 15 dresses.

Various artists, including Donna Palmberg, Marilyn Howard, art instructor Owen Hall and others, exhibited their watercolors.

The arts and crafts fair is held every October.

Annual art fair brings together unique talents at Island’s Covenant Shores

Rebecca Mar/Staff PhotosTop left, Al White tells how he uses a lathe to create bowls out of California redwood, at the Covenant Shores Arts and Crafts Fair on Oct. 18, 2012. Bottom left, Shirley Wilkinson uses a basket weave stitch on a needlepoint chair cover. She is reupholstering six antique chairs that belonged to her mother, a project that she started five years ago.

Rebecca Mar/Staff PhotosTop, Don Hanson built a 36-inch, four-harness weav-ing loom out of maple wood. The loom can hold more than 500 threads at once. Bottom, Jim Larson carved an American kestrel, or fal-con, out of bass wood, dis-played at the arts and crafts fair on Thursday, Oct. 18.

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Vote yes on Prop. #1 fire station levy

Minutes matter: we can agree with the concept, whether it’s getting to an appointment or waiting for that all-important call for aid when you call 911.

The South end fire station was built in 1962, when Mercer Island had 13,000 residents. It has been sufficient, but with our population at 23,000, it’s showing its age and needs vast improvement. By adding a new station we not only answer everyday safety concerns, but will address major issues that impact the whole Island. Being part of an integrated system requires that the South end station respond to South end emergencies and support major Islandwide events. It could be an earthquake or your neighbor’s heart attack.

The cost for this project will be $5 per month for nine years, based on a median priced home of $700,000. Not a great deal of money for peace of mind and security. Join me in supporting this much-needed com-munity infrastructure. Vote yes on Fire and Rescue, Proposition #1.

Ida BallasiotesFive-term state representative,

Washington state Legislature

Minutes do matter – yes on fire station levy

When I was asked to assist with the South end fire station capital levy, I must admit I was enjoying my new life as a recovering elected official; however, I felt very strongly there are some issues that are so important to our community that I could not step away from this request.

For over 10 years, the City Council has been discussing the

deficiencies of the South end station, hoping that no major event would occur that would render the station non-responsive to our community’s needs at the time of a major disaster. Was there risk in our past inaction ... yes. What degree of risk, I do not know nor can I accurately speculate on the degree of that risk, but there was and is risk. It is now for us to decide what level of risk we are will-ing to live with. This levy is about taking action now, rather than living with the risk that our emergency response system could be impacted in the event of a major disaster, as well as correcting the deficiencies within the existing building that are impacting our current emergency response time.

From my work with FEMA, I can say with confidence that all disas-ters are different and are extremely difficult to predict. I have come to the conclusion that the best defense for a community is an emer-gency response system that is well equipped and has the flexibility and capacity to respond to the unpre-dictable nature of emergencies. The proposed South end fire station addresses all of these elements.

Before May 31, 2011, I had a very different understanding and appreciation of our emergency response system; then I suffered a near fatal heart attack. At the time, I was 53 years old, and an avid rower. I was in top physical shape. After rowing practice on May 31, I experienced my heart attack. Due to our emergency response team (a service I never thought I would ever use), I was attended to and rushed to Overlake Hospital. Due to the excellent work by our firefighters, I survived and my heart is virtually undamaged. Only 20 percent of the people who experience my form of heart attack survive, and most of those who do survive live the rest of their lives with severely damaged hearts. In my case, as in most emer-gencies, minutes meant everything in determining the ultimate outcome of that emergency. Minutes do mat-ter.

The emergency response statis-tics of our Island firefighters are impressive; however, when it is you or your family in need, it is the one call that matters most to you. If you are as unfortunate as I was on that

To the editor

W e are fortunate to have Islanders such as Mau-reen Judge in our community. We are fortunate that she, along with many here, step up to

serve our community. Judge, the Democratic candidate for state Senate in the 41st District is smart, articulate and gutsy. She has taken on serious challenges to our community in the work she has done as the leader of the Washington Toxics Coalition and as a volunteer in the community. There is no doubt that if she were not running against Islander and incumbent Steve Litzow in the race for the Legislature, we would throw our support her way.

Steve Litzow is an eight-year veteran of the Mercer Island City Council and was elected to the state Legislature in 2010. His experience as a city councilman involved him in the very issues that concern the state as a whole; from transporta-tion to the environment and budget issues. Litzow was always clear about

his views — whether they were popular or not. As another Legislative session looms, we are hoping to

see bipartisanship practiced rather than promised. The need to accomplish real change is acute — lawmakers must find a way to solve the education funding process, and other tough issues that cannot wait. For his part, Litzow has made headway. He, along with Ed Murray, the state Senate majority leader, was presented with the Warren G. Magnuson Memorial award for recognition of bipartisan leadership during the 2012 Legislative session.

Judge focussed on one vote by Litzow — one that would limit access to women’s health and reproductive choices — as indicative of Litzow’s allegiance to party. But it was a vote against other parts of the measure. It does not reflect his view on reproductive health.

It is our belief that Litzow has made good use of his time in the Senate — he has forged relationships and made real progress in the areas that Islanders care about.

If Judge were to prevail over Litzow as state Senator, she would become the fifth person to hold that seat since 2008. The 41st District can do without more change in its leadership.

We say, re-elect Steve Litzow for state Senator for the 41st District.

Re-elect Litzow

‘Litzow, along with Sen. Ed Murray, was honored for bipartisanship in the 2012 session.’

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“Jet pilot.”Cooper Sandwith

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“A zombie.”danny Carroll

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Oct. 9Reckless dRiving: A witness reported a reckless driver in a parking lot in the 2700 block of 76th Avenue S.E. at 8:55 a.m. The vehicle, a 2012 Scion, went onto grass and over a sidewalk while leaving the property. Police stopped the vehicle and cited the driver, a 48-year-old Mercer Island woman, for reckless driving. A video of the incident was recorded. Accident: Two vehicles col-lided at the entrance of the parking garage in the 7800 block of S.E. 27th Street at 11:50 a.m. A Lexus was exiting the parking garage while a van was leaving the maintenance area, and neither driver saw the other vehicle coming. The Lexus was towed from the scene. No injuries were reported.BuRglARy: Someone dam-aged the front door of a

residence in the 6200 block of 82nd Avenue S.E. some-time after Friday, Oct. 5. A burglar tried to pry open the front door, and failed. The door and its frame had scratch marks that could have been made by a screw driver.RunAwAy: A woman report-ed that her 17-year-old son ran away from home, on the South end, on Oct. 1 and did not return. The woman did not believe he was in danger, as he had been in contact with her by phone and texting.

Oct. 10FRAud: A 33-year-old woman attempted to cash a “washed” check at the Chase Bank drive-thru in the 7900 block of S.E. 28th Street at 4:30 p.m. Becoming suspicious of the check, the teller asked the woman to finish the

transaction inside. The suspect then drove away and left the check behind with a driver’s license. The check had been stolen, and belonged to a Kirkland resident.

Oct. 11Accident: A Ford Focus went off the road on a curve and struck a tree in the 5400 block of East Mercer Way at 12 p.m. The 20-year-old driver, who said he was unfamiliar with the road, was cited for negligent driving. His vehicle left 54 feet of skid marks on the pavement and in the dirt. The driver said he was trav-eling 30 mph. His vehicle was towed from the scene.

Oct. 12Bike Found: A girl’s bicycle was found propped against a tree in the 2700 block of Island Crest Way, on the eastern side, at 1:52 a.m. tRespAss At pool: Police found six juveniles, all Mercer Island boys, in the Mary Wayte Pool building after hours at 1:53 a.m. The teenagers fled the building but police detained and arrested one 16-year-old for trespassing. The group had been smoking mari-juana inside the pool area. Police took marijuana into evidence, along with two cases of beer, a bong, bag of cups, skateboard and San Disk memory card. liquoR violAtion: Police arrested a juvenile suspect, 17, at 3:33 a.m. in the 9100 block of S.E. 42nd Street. The boy had been drinking and had been involved in the pool trespass incident several hours prior. He was released to his father.HARAssment: A 41-year-

old Mercer Island woman reported being harassed by her boyfriend’s ex-girlfriend. The suspect, a 33-year-old Maple Valley resident, set up a fake Facebook account imper-sonating the victim and sent several harassing emails to the victim.

Oct. 13vAluABles Found: A small drawstring bag full of jewelry, foreign coins and medallions was recovered in a vacant lot next to the reporting party’s residence after noon in the 8400 block of West Mercer Way, on the South end. tHeFt: A hybrid mountain/road bike worth $800 was stolen out of an open car-port between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the neighborhood east of Homestead Field, in the 8200 block of S.E. 41st Street.

Oct. 14dRugs: Police observed a vehicle enter the Islander Middle School back lot and park behind the storage container at 12:59 a.m. in the 8200 block of S.E. 72nd Street. Police arrested one of the four occupants of the vehicle, a 17-year-old Mercer Island male, at 1:04 a.m. for being in posses-sion of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. There was a strong odor of marijuana in the vehicle. Police found a glass pipe with burnt marijuana residue in the suspect’s pocket. The three other subjects were all males, age 16.

Oct. 15BuRglARy: A resident of The Mercer apartments

reported a burglary that happened on June 27. A couple’s apartment was broken into between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. A Sony laptop, iPod and $50 in cash were stolen, in the 7600 block of S.E. 27th Street. dRugs: A police officer stopped a speeding vehicle at 4:55 p.m. in the 7900 block of East Mercer Way. An odor of marijuana was detected inside the vehicle. Police detained the three juvenile occupants of the vehicle, notified their par-ents and found unpacked marijuana and parapher-nalia in the vehicle after searching with consent. The teenagers, all Mercer Island boys, were released to their parents.

Oct. 16cRiminAl impeRsonAtion: An unsolicited debit card was opened in a South end man’s name on Sept. 20. A direct deposit of social security checks was made with the card, and the vic-tim — instead of sustain-ing loss — received actual

checks. The victim reported the incident to the Social Security Administration and contacted Netspend, which issued the card, to cancel the card.

Oct. 17dRugs: A police officer responded to a report of suspicious activity and stopped a vehicle at 9:10 a.m. in the 3700 block of 77th Avenue S.E. There was an odor of marijuana inside the vehicle, occupied by two men, ages 23 and 33, and when the officer asked for the marijuana to be handed over, the passenger complied. The officer issued a citation. A Mercer Island man reported seeing someone dash around the hedge behind a dumpster at 1 p.m. in the 7800 block of S.E. 30th Street. He found a rubber glove and plastic bag of syringes with heroin stashed away, and notified police.ABAndoned veHicle: Police impounded an abandoned Infiniti G20 parked, unoc-cupied, in a lane of travel in the 8000 block of North Mercer Way at 8:34 a.m. The vehicle was registered to a Mercer Island man.

Mercer Island Shoreline Master Program

Comprehensive UpdatePublic Comment Period and

Public Hearing Washington Dept. of Ecology is seeking comments on a comprehensive update to the City of Mercer Island’s shoreline master program. The proposed amend- ment will revise all aspects of the existing program including goals, policies, regulations, shoreline environment designations, and administrative procedures to comply with the State Shoreline Management Act (Chapter 90.58 RCW) and associated rules. Public comment accepted from October 22, 2012 through November 26, 2012 at 5 p.m. Public Hearing is November 8, 2012. Open House starts at 6 pm. Public Hearing starts at 7 pm. Mercer Island Community & Events Center, Mercer Room, 8236 SE 24th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040. Documents are available for review at: http://www.ecy.wa. gov/ programs/sea/shorelines/smp/ mycomments/MercerIsland.htmland the Dept. of Ecology NW Regional Office (address below) or the Mercer Island Develop- ment Services 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island WA 98040 Send comments to WA Dept. of Ecology, 3190–160th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98008; ph. 425- 649-4309; email Barbara.Night- [email protected]. To receive documents in alternative formats: 425-649-7244. Persons with hearing loss: 711. Persons with speech disability: 1-877-833- 6341. Published in the Mercer Island Reporter on October 24, 2012. #692800.

Mercer Island School District #400

High School YearbookBid Date: November 6, 2012

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed Bids will be received by the Mercer Island School District #400 at 4160 86th Ave SE, Mer- cer Island, WA, 98040 for the HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK #2012-01 until: (Wednesday) November 6, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. at which time they will be opened and read aloud. Bids may be mailed to the above address or delivered Purchasing Office at address above. Specification documents may be obtained by bidders at the above location, or by calling 206-236-3310. The Board of Directors of the Mercer Island School District #400, reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding. Bid envelopes shall bear the name and return address of the bidder. The outside of bid envelope must be labeled “BID #2012-01 HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK.” Improperly ad- dressed or labeled bids may not be considered. The District will not be responsible for premature opening of bids not properly marked.By the order of the Board of Directors Mercer Island School District #400Dates of Publication: October 24, 2012 and October 31, 2012 in the Mercer Island Reporter. #692805

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Patricia ClarkPatricia Clark, 89, residing at Covenant Shores, Mercer

Island died peacefully Thursday, October 4. Born in Portland, Oregon, she received her bachelor’s degree from Smith College in 1948 and a master’s in social work at University of California Berkeley in 1950. As a social worker, she chose to specialize her work with children and families. Her professional career included both Massachusetts General Pediatric Service and the Child Development Clinic at Children’s Hospital, Seattle. Following retirement from Children’s in 1975, she did consulting work with graduate students at the University of Washington Speech and Hearing Clinic from 1977 to 1982.

She had a lifelong love of bird watching, gardening, hiking, and traveled extensively all over the world. She retrained in horticulture and landscape design and worked at both Crissey’s Flowers and Gifts in Seattle and later Furney’s Nursery. Music was one of her passions and she sang in the adult choir at Emmanuel Episcopal Church for more than 20 years.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn (Mike) Blackstock, and nephew Clark Blackstock. She is survived by nieces Patsy Blackstock, Betsy Blackstock (David Kieburtz) and great niece Maggie Blackstock.

Services for Patricia were held on Saturday, October 20, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Remembrances to Emmanuel Episcopal Church Endowment Fund or your favorite charity.

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Police police negotiate armed suspect out of south end residence

By Reporter StaffMercer Island Police

officers responded to a report of an armed home invasion robbery at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 21, in the Lakes neighborhood.

Police found that the incident was domestic violence-related, with a gun involved, in the 7400 block of 81st Place S.E., adjacent to Islander Middle School.

Four Mercer Island police officers responded, along with one Bellevue officer.

Reports indicated that one suspect, refusing to leave, had possibly bar-ricaded himself inside the home with his girlfriend and her friend, the homeowner. The 41-year-old resident

used her cell phone to call 911 from inside her house.

The homeowner said that she had invited the suspect’s girlfriend over to her home earlier that day. Later that afternoon, the 44-year-old suspect came to the residence and had an argument with his girl-friend, 26. He then pulled out a handgun and pointed it at the homeowner. The woman was able to leave the house, and police offi-cers interviewed her outside while the suspect and girlfriend remained inside.

Police made multiple attempts to contact the sus-pect by phone. They were successful, and convinced the suspect to leave the residence.

He was then arrested without further incident and booked into the King County Jail for investigation of assault in the first degree.

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spring day in 2011, and need to make your one call, you will understand why I chose to serve my community one more time to assist with passing this levy.

The South end station needs your support so that we can reduce the risk of losing those all-important response minutes in our

time of need. I view this levy as a measure of how we look after one another; it is all about community. Please join me and leaders of our community, moms and dads, and your retired neighbors in support of a system that best prepares us all for that one call. Minutes do matter.

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By Dr. Julie EllnerMercer Island Pediatrics

We all agree that sniff-ing glue is not a good idea. It affects cognition. Same with lead paint. We go to great lengths to prevent our kids from being around it since we know that ingestion causes decreased intelligence.

A study published this month in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” shows that smoking marijuana four or more times per week in children under the age of 18 years causes a loss of up to eight IQ points.

As a pediatrician on Mercer Island, I would like to prevent as many kids as possible from using mari-juana in any amount.

I am very concerned that legalization of mari-juana will lead to higher teen use and abuse.

Local Mercer Island data on alcohol use among our youth shows that 31 percent of all high school students have used alco-hol in the past 30 days, and 20 percent have used marijuana. The rate of use is higher among our seniors in high school. When availability goes up, I believe marijuana

use will rise accordingly. It will be illegal for use by minors, but of course, so is alcohol.

The political forces for legalization are planning for increased use and abuse and are prepared to use some of the tax and regulation fees on reha-bilitation. We in medicine know that treatment of alcohol and drug abuse is not straightforward, and

simply spend-ing money doesn’t even begin to solve the problems incurred by those suf-fering from addiction. There are currently not enough

resources to care for everyone, including our youth, with addiction of all kinds. Taking an action that will certainly increase use and abuse of a drug that has known dangers to our kids makes no sense. We all know that prevention is the best way to address the hazards of addictions.

Marijuana is addic-tive, causes a decrease in memory, motivation, a lowering of intelligence, contributes to depression, and is particularly bad for the developing brain. I hope we do not make it more readily available for our youth.

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service announcement: steve Newman

Longtime Eastside resident, loving brother to Nick, Judy and Val and uncle to 7, Steve Newman will be honored during a celebration of life service

on Saturday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m. at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church.

Newman was a world traveler and an adored Mercer Island High School boys soccer coach for 15 years.

He died suddenly, Oct. 12, peacefully at home.

By Rob JiraMercer Island Police Officer

Per the pedestrian on the roadway law, are pedestri-ans ever cited on Mercer Island?

The answer is … pedestri-ans can be cited. However, we as a police department tend to focus more on providing education to both the driv-ers and pedestrians when it comes to vehicle/pedestrian right-of-way issues.

How much illegal park-ing occurs in the Town Center by people who park their cars on the streets overnight?

Not a lot. I spoke with our parking enforcement officer and she told me that it is very rare. Mercer Island allows vehicles to park legally on city streets up to 72 hours (MICC 10.36.225). Many people park overnight in legal parking spots through-out the city, but they usu-ally respect the 72-hour law and move their vehicle before that. If anyone has concerns or issues with people abusing this law, please contact our Police Support Officer Anna Ormsby at (206) 275-7932 or contact our non-emergency number at (425) 577-5656 to report these incidents.

Do the police and the courts take domestic vio-lence against men as serious as they do against women?

Yes. We at the Mercer

Island Police Department take all crimes involving domestic violence very seri-ously and are unbiased in our enforcement of those laws.

A few weeks ago, my house was broken into. After I had found out my house was broken into, I walked through most of my house to see what else was taken before I called 911. I was then told by a police officer who showed up at my house that staying inside my house was a bad idea and dangerous. Can you tell everyone what is the first thing they should do if they suspect someone has broken into their house so everyone knows?

This is a great question that I rarely get a chance to educate people on.

The moment you realize your house has been burglar-ized, get out of your house and immediately call 911. Especially if you have chil-dren, do not remain in your house until the police arrive and make sure the burglars are not still inside. Also, we as a police department don’t want you, or your children, to contaminate or destroy possi-ble evidence (i.e. suspect fin-gerprints) that we might be able to find, which may allow us ultimately to find out who burglarized your house.

Send your questions to Officer Jira at [email protected].

Q&A with MIPD Attempted carjacking evening of Oct. 15 after vehicular assault

By Reporter StaffA driver was threat-

ened at gunpoint on Monday evening, Oct. 15, in the 5000 block of 84th Avenue S.E., off of West Mercer Way. Two suspects attempted to carjack the victim’s vehicle at 7:28 p.m.

The suspects, described as two black males between ages 20 and 25, entered the victim’s car but did not know how to drive the stick shift.

They stole a laptop, checkbook and laptop bag out of the backseat before getting back into their own car and driving toward West Mercer Way.

Both suspects were likely involved in two oth-er incidents earlier that evening. Their vehicle matched the descriptions in all incidents.

Mercer Island police responded to a report of a reckless vehicle, south-

bound, in the 4300 block of Island Crest Way at 5:36 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 15. According to NORCOM dispatch, the vehicle’s plates were listed as stolen out of Seattle and the vehicle, a 1998 Infiniti QX4, had been taken dur-ing an armed robbery. At that time, officers did not locate the suspect vehicle.

Then, at 6:21 p.m., police responded to an incident of vehicular as-sault initially reported as a hit-and-run in the 3200 block of 74th Avenue S.E.

The suspects drove their vehicle into the vic-tim’s vehicle several times before leaving the scene. The victim noted the first part of the license plate as 507 and described the vehicle as a gold-colored, early ’90s Infinity SUV occupied by two black males, both in their late teens to early 20s.

The victim of the attempted carjacking stated that the suspect driver pointed the gun at his face.

The cases remain under investigation. Anyone who might have seen, or sees, the suspects should call 911.


Sharing Spree works with Mercer Island companies

Local daily deal site Sharing Spree has made it a point to work with PTAs and school foundations.

The site has recently partnered with the Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA) to help the orga-nization boost donations. MIPA is a private nonprofit organization of volunteers dedicated to enhancing the lives of children from new-born through kindergarten in Mercer Island and the community at large.

Anytime that MIPA is Sharing Spree’s featured nonprofit of the day, 10 percent of each deal sold is automatically donated to the organization. In addi-tion, any and every time that MIPA supporters buy a deal on Sharing Spree, they can donate 5 percent of their purchase to WSUAA.

The types of deals offered from Sharing Spree range from local restaurants to salons to personal service providers, home goods and even vacations.

Mercer Wellness Chiropractic recently ran a deal for a chiropractic pack-age that included an exam, X-ray and 60-minute mas-sage for just $35. Spa Mercer has also offered a deal on a full body treatment for just $59.

To learn more, visit shar-ingspree.com.

Methodist Church rummage sale

On Saturday, Oct. 27, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Mercer Island United Methodist Church will host a rummage sale.

Designer clothes and shoes, and children’s and household items will be for sale. The location is 7070 S.E. 24th Street.

For information, contact Susannah Lake at [email protected].

Nominations sought for MI Chamber Business of the Year

It is time to nominate that special business for the Mercer Island Chamber’s Business of the Year Award.

There are many unsung heroes among the business-es in the Mercer Island com-munity. They support other local businesses, donate to school events, to events that support nonprofit organiza-tions, and help with service club projects, to name just a few ways in which they are generous.

Businesses do not need to be a member of the Chamber. The winner receives a year of free membership. Criteria for the award includes:

• How the business has made a significant impact on Mercer Island’s economic vitality.

• How the business has

brought value and benefit to the community.

Past winners include: Studio 904, Auto Spa, North Mercer QFC, Tatters, Albertsons of Mercer Island, Mercer Island Florist, Island Books and Aljoya.

To download a form, go to http://www.merceris-landchamber.com or call the Chamber office at 232-3404.

National Charity League partners with Operation Homefront

Three Western Washington Chapters of National Charity League, Inc., including the Mercer Island Evergreen chapter, partnered with Operation Homefront on Oct. 14 in an “American Baby Celebration – Salute to Cute” baby show-er at Seattle Center’s Fisher Pavilion.

Operation Homefront provides support to active duty military servicewomen and military spouses. The baby shower was the larg-est to date for Operation Homefront.

The Seattle Center Foundation, celebrating its 50th Anniversary, provided the venue for 325 women, some of whom have already delivered their babies, including several sets of twins.

Charity League members helped the military families pick out items, served lunch,

watched children and loaded cars.

For more on the event and the work of the NCL, visit www.nationalchari-tyleague.org.

Annual IMS Ski Swap set for Saturday, Nov. 3

The annual Islander Middle School Ski Swap is set for Saturday, Nov. 3, at IMS.

The event runs from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., with the half price sale from 3 to 4 p.m.

This year, along with a wide selection of items from Mercer Island residents, Sturtevants of Bellevue will also have a wide range of ski and snowboard gear.

New this year is an online registration system for sellers to easily track their items.

To learn more, visit www.mi-skiswap.com.

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By Reporter StaffDan Aykroyd is not only

an actor and comedian in film and on Saturday Night Live, but he’s also a winemaker and distiller.

Aykroyd is coming to Tukwila for a special in-store appearance and bottle signing of his own Crystal Head Vodka on Friday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Total Wine & More, 300 Andover Park W., in Southcenter.

Aykroyd and his friend, artist John Alexander, were inspired by the legend of the 13 crystal heads found throughout the world to create their own dis-tilled spirit named Crystal Head Vodka, according to a Total Wine & More press release. Bottled in a custom-made clear glass skull, the super-premium vodka is made with water from a deep aquifer in the Canadian provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, blended with select grains for a creamy and slightly sweet finish, according to the release.

“Our friend, Dan Aykroyd, has appeared at other locations of Total Wine & More through-out the years, and we are always delighted to see fans dressed as Ghostbusters or Blues Brothers; it really illustrates their excitement and love for such a talented person,” said David Trone, who co-owns Total Wine & More with his brother, Robert. “Given the close proximity to Halloween, we expect to see plenty of costumes in support of Dan and his Crystal Head Vodka.”

Event attendees must purchase a bottle of Crystal Head Vodka at the Southcenter location in order to meet Aykroyd and have the bottle signed. Fans are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Aykroyd character.

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Mercer Island Halloween happenings

Donate Halloween candy to troops

overseasDr. David Weed is

teaming with Operation Gratitude to sweeten the life of deployed soldiers.

The community can help by bringing excess un-opened Halloween candy to his office on Thursday, Nov. 1, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

The candy will then be shipped to Opera-tion Gratitude, which will send the candy to troops deployed overseas.

All donors will be en-tered into a drawing for an Oral B electric toothbrush.

Anyone who would also like to send a note to a soldier can include that with the candy.

Dr. Weed’s office is locat-ed at 2955 80th Ave. S.E., #101, on Mercer Island.MIPA Halloween party is

Oct. 27The Mercer Island

Preschool Association will host a Halloween party on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.

The party is designed for preschoolers and features Halloween-themed crafts, games, activities and trick or treats. Costumes are en-couraged for the costume show and dance party.

Learn more at www.mipreschoolassociation.org/events.

South QFC Halloween party

The South end QFC store will host a trick or treat event for kids on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Games and treats will be offered, and the Mercer Island Fire Department will be on hand. Costumes are encouraged.

MI Martial Arts annual Halloween party

and food driveFrom 1 to 4 p.m. on

Saturday, Oct. 27, Mercer Island Martial Arts will host its annual Halloween party and food drive.

The event raises money for the food bank and is the Halloween/Homework fall kickoff event. The community is welcome to attend.

Learn more at www.mercerislandmartialarts.com.

‘Senseless’ YTN’s Haunted Forest

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through Oct. 28, is Youth Theatre Northwest’s annual Haunted Forest. This year, ‘Senseless’ is the 40-minute guided perfor-mance and tour at Island Crest Park.

More information is at www.mercerislandhaunt-edforest.com.

More Halloween events are listed in this week’s Community Calendar on page 20.


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Q. What are some of the typical mistakes you see students make in terms of college planning?

A. This is a complex ques-tion that I will answer in mul-tiple columns. For now, I will address the biggest problem I see, especially for students from the Eastside. E s s e n t i a l l y, too many stu-dents narrow their search to the West Coast, with most students wanting to go to California. I love the sun, perhaps even more than most, but that alone is a poor reason to base your college choice. While California has some great options, admission depart-ments want geographic diversification and will not accept all of our students, even if they are qualified, as they want to ensure that they have a wide represen-tation from across the coun-try and the globe. Other students want to remain in the Pacific Northwest

but bemoan the fact that we have so few private options locally, especially if you want to leave Seattle.

I just returned from spending three days vis-iting Whitman in Walla Walla. Having been t h o r o u g h l y i m p r e s s e d with the aca-demic caliber of the student body and the opportunities available for

students, I cannot repeat enough how important it is to consider looking at schools you might not even have considered, assuming they are too small or in the middle of nowhere. I work with other students who will consider leaving the Northwest but insist that the school be on one of two coasts and no further south than Washington, D.C. These students are missing out on great opportunities, especially knowing that some of these schools may offer our students merit aid since we now offer the geographic diversity they

are looking for.Students and families

need to take the time or find resources to broaden their search to find schools beyond those that they have heard about or what they think will be “the best school my student can get into” based on college rankings or reputation. The hardest job that I face is encouraging students to look beyond schools with D1 sports and school spir-it. It remains difficult to ask a 17-year-old student to see beyond their imme-diate interests and consid-er what might be impor-tant in a college four years down the road. I think all students should make a point of visiting some small private schools along with large public universi-ties to educate themselves on the pros and cons of each.

Joan Franklin is the owner of MI College Support, an independent college coun-seling practice (www.micol-legesupport.org). She can be reached at (206) 232-5626 or [email protected].

Avoid common mistakes when applying for college

On College

Joan Franklin

By Esther GoldbergSpecial to the Reporter

When first mate Amy told me there would be no iPods allowed, my heart sank. What was I going to do all day? When I first stepped aboard the 100-foot, nearly 100-year-old Sound Adventuress sailboat that would become my home over the next four days, I was expecting a couple of days to relax on a boat, but dread-ing the lack of showers and constant proximity with my classmates.

My expectations were blown out of the water. Literally. At first it was really exhausting, the sun beat-ing on me from all angles, and meals that seemed like nothing but beans. But as I got to know the 12-person crew and put effort into the sailing, everything began to click. The sails went up with the sea shanty we sang and it was a sight to behold.

This is how I spent the third week of my freshman year at Northwest Yeshiva High School. I learned three remarkable ideas from my experience on the sailboat: environmental awareness, community, the beauty of nature. Without Internet or electronics, I was forced to be constantly present and a part of the boat community.

We all quickly learned how much work the boat requires as we watched our crew members lend each other an immediate hand anytime they were asked. The crew became like fam-ily — each night they sang us to sleep and woke us in the morning. We felt peaceful and warm and safe, crew and classmates huddled together, slowly being rocked to sleep.

When you go on a sailboat, everything is rationed: food, water, supplies, oil, electricity and more. Every night, Zeal, the boat’s engineer, would talk about a different type of resource that has to be care-fully managed throughout

the course of the trip. It was interesting to hear

how plankton create the oxygen we breathe or how carbon dioxide invading the water kills so much sea life. If there is anything I learned from this trip, it’s the impor-tance of not taking one little thing for granted — not food, not water, not liv-ing space, and not the natural beauty that surrounds us.

There is nothing more humbling than being on the open sea, surrounded by water with the sun beating down on the enormous sails. Or at night, with stars that light up a pathway across the sky. I saw amazing things I never thought I’d see — sea lions stretched out on a buoy, plankton that light up in a wondrous fluorescent green, and the hint of a por-

poise ducking in and out of the water. It was an amazing experience living as a part of nature, not just observing it.

In the beginning, I couldn’t take it: the vegetarian food

— always a mixture that i n c l u d e d beans — the c o n s t a n t work, the ban on elec-tronics. But after a while I began to love it; I learned

to hold my breath to avoid the smell of the bathrooms and to take only as much as I could eat. I learned to tie obscure knots and how to lift the hardest sail. I learned that the administrators and teachers at Northwest Yeshiva High School care deeply about their students — and will even take surplus beans off our hands.

Esther Goldberg is a fresh-man at Northwest Yeshiva High School.

A freshman at sea

Contributed PhotoEsther Goldberg climbs the rigging on the Adventuress.

Annual Seattle College Education Exposition is Saturday, Oct. 27

By Reporter StaffThe fourth annual Seattle

Education Exposition will take place on Saturday, Oct. 27, at Newport High

School from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Representatives from UC Berkeley, University of Washington, University of Oregon and Washington State University will be on hand with information and to answer questions.

The event is free and there will be raffle prizes.

Yul Kwon, the winner of Survivor: Cook Islands, will talk about building confidence, and there will also be free SAT prac-tice tests. Two panels will also take place, includ-ing “Dispelling myths of community colleges” and “What I wish I had known before freshman year.”

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apples, essays that described harm, poor grades and tears.

In November, in a single page letter that accompa-nied the district’s own inves-tigative report (conducted by the school district via an outside party with ties to the district) into the matter, School Superintendent Gary Plano notified the parents of his decision that the investi-gation and the actions taken were sufficient. It also said that meaningful steps had been taken to address the

complaints.The parents of the student,

Robin and Nicholas Wilt, disagreed and appealed to the Mercer Island School District Board of Directors. They voted in February to uphold Plano’s decision.

The Wilt family was stunned.

“We could not believe that we found ourselves in this situation,” Robin Wilt said. “If they would have been willing to work with us, it would not have esca-lated to this level.”

The Wilts then took their appeal to the Washington state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. From there, the appeal was directed to the OAH.

Teachers and administra-tors dealt with the accu-sations and incidents, but did not — according to the OAH — handle the inci-dents completely. Among the nearly 90 findings of fact, the OAH determined that the school district let the focus for the discrimi-nation fall upon the student and his behaviors.

“They used the fact that we took our [son] out of special education in a retal-iatory fashion,” Wilt said.

While 10 or more teach-ers and administrators responded to the incidents and their aftermath, they were faulted for not “con-ducting a t h o r o u g h i n v e s t i g a -tion, leaving out key tasks and pieces of informa-tion that should have been shared with all par-ties, failing to punish or deal with perpetra-tors in a time-ly fashion, doing complete fact-finding through interviews of all parties, or providing ade-

quate and updated training and information.”

In the OAH decision, the district is instructed

to update its policies and p r o c e d u r e as required by law to address dis-crimination. Ad d i t i o n a l training has also been ordered for administra-tors and staff.

In a state-ment posted on the school district’s web-site, Plano

wrote: “We are committed to providing an educational environment free from any discrimination, including student-on-student, harass-ment and bullying.

“Despite our best efforts, in October of 2011 at Islander Middle School, there were reports of iso-lated student-on-student

harassment, largely in the form of racial harassment. The teachers and admin-istrators took immediate action to address the situ-ation, and worked exten-sively with the family and school community. These measures have been effec-tive.

“The district respectfully disagrees with the recent administrative law judge’s determination regarding this situation. The district is reviewing its options with legal counsel, includ-ing whether to appeal the decision: ‘We are commit-ted to open and transparent communications around this issue and will be proac-tively sharing information with parents and staff to address any concerns they may have.’”

The Wilt family indicated they will likely take civil action against the school district.

Their son remains a stu-dent at Islander Middle School.

“We are committed to providing an educational environment free from discrimination...”

Gary Plano, Superintendent, Mercer Island

School District

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Volunteers round up thousands of abandoned shopping carts

Matt Brashears/Special to the ReporterThe trombone section of the Islander marching band makes its way through the streets of downtown Mercer Island during Friday afternoon’s parade.

By Greg [email protected]

A strange and unex-pected consequence of the economic downturn is the proliferation of abandoned shopping carts throughout local cities.

Visit Tacoma, and you’ll find shopping carts sitting forlornly on sidewalks to busy streets, their purpose in life no longer being fulfilled. There are laws that prohibit abandoning the carts, but to little effect. In other places, they’ve put certain mecha-nisms on the carts that stop people from removing them from the property.

In Federal Way, local streets and parking lots are monitored by the dedicated volunteer Shopping Cart Recovery Team of Frank Gabreluk, Dan Goede, Mari Ikeda-Gomes, Lottie Kinney and John McLaren.

The team has recovered 3,456 carts and returned them to their proper own-

ers. The effort has saved those businesses more than $483,000 in replacement costs, said Federal Way Police Department Cmdr. Chris Norman.

Outside of that, the team has also recycled 2,690 pounds of “unidentifiable” carts since its creation.

Norman was on hand dur-ing a recent Federal Way city council meeting to review the work that the cart recov-ery team has done since its inception late last year.

“This team has been positively impacting shop-pers, retailers, ditches, side-walks, parking lots, wet-lands and woodlands, and just about everywhere else since September of 2010,” Norman said.

Federal Way looked at what local cities were doing, and found that any punitive measures were contradic-tory to a “business-friendly Federal Way,” Norman said. “Unfortunately, the assisting

state statute for shopping cart theft is ineffective and unenforceable.”

And so the recovery team was formed.

The volunteers use a semi-retired police car and a trailer that the emergen-cy operation center owns, a hotline and an online reporting option and city security cameras.

Mayor Skip Priest was impressed with the effort of the cart recovery team and what it has been able to do in its first year.

“Many times we see someone say, ‘There are astounding numbers,’” he said. “And I must admit that I was cynically waiting for an ‘astounding’ number, but I was absolutely shocked at 3,456 carts. That is amaz-ing. Those numbers are astounding.”

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YES on 1240 Will Give More Washington

Students A Chance To SucceedInitiative 1240 will allow up to 40 public charter schools in Washington state over the next five years. Charter schools are public schools that are free and open to all students, with the same teacher certification requirements and academic standards as traditional public schools, and funded based on

student enrollment just like other public schools. However, charter schools allow teachers and principals more flexibility to meet the needs of students, which is especially important for students who are not succeeding in traditional schools. Please join us in voting YES on 1240.

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“Public charter schools across the country have a proven track record of helping students succeed, especially those at risk of falling through the cracks. Initiative 1240 brings the best of what works in other states to Washington.“

Dr. Sam SmithFormer PresidentWashington State University

“As a public school teacher, I’m a strong believer in public education. That’s why I support a YES vote on 1240, to allow public charter schools in Washington. Charter schools give teachers and principals more flexibility to meet the needs of our students… and more options to help them succeed.”

Chris EidePublic School Teacher andCo-Founder, Teachers United

“I’ve studied public charter schools across the country, and I support a YES vote on 1240. Initiative 1240 is a well-written law that requires strict accountability and annual performance reviews. And 1240 ensures that public funding stays with public schools– following students just as it does now.”

Professor Paul T. Hill, Ph.D.University of WashingtonFounder, Center on ReinventingPublic Education

“As a proud graduate of Tacoma Public Schools, an advocate for public education and an elected official who cares deeply about our city and state’s future, I urge you to join me and cast your vote for Initiative 1240.”

Marilyn StricklandMayor, City of TacomaMember, Public Education Task ForceU.S. Conference of Mayors

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Parents, Teachers, Civic & Education Leaders Urge YES on 1240

“As a parent of two young children, I understand that every child learns differently. I-1240 provides Washington parents more options to find the best learning environment for our children.”

Tania de Sá CamposPublic School Parent andElementary School Parent VolunteerSeattle

“Public charter schools allow teachers and principals more flexibility to meet the needs of students, especially students who aren’t succeeding in traditional public school settings. That’s why I support a YES vote on 1240.”

Joan FerrignoPublic High School PrincipalSeattle

By Reporter StaffIt’s time to prepare for

rain, wind, snow and ice, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

Here’s what drivers can do to prepare for wintry road-way conditions:

• Download, print and carry the WSDOT Winter Driving Guide at www.wsdot.wa.gov/winter

• Download the WSDOT mobile app to your smart-phone at www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle/products/

• Get your car ready and allow for extra time to cross all mountain passes.

• Carry chains and know the traction and chain requirements. Mountain pass traction and chain require-ments are available on the WSDOT website, highway advisory signs and highway advisory radio.

• Preset 530 AM and 1610 AM on your radio.

Studded tires are legal for use only between Nov. 1 and March 31 in Washington state.

In addition to larger trucks hauling freight, the Washington State Patrol reminds all drivers that some larger passenger trucks, SUVs, recreational vehicles and trucks hauling trailers must also carry chains.

Tires labeled as all-sea-son, all-weather, snow tire or studded (must be labeled M&S or with the mountain/snowflake symbol on the sidewall) qualify so long as they meet the standards set in WAC 204-24-040 Traction Devices.

When WSDOT requires chains to be put on, that also includes studded tires.

To learn more, go to www.wsdot.gov.

Winter driving ahead


For Islander Doris Hill, the second time she faced cancer was more

frightening than the � rst.

It was 15 years ago, when Hill � rst felt a lump in her breast. She was afraid. She called her sister who told her not to get too upset. “Oh Doris, she said, “I get lumps all the time.”

Armed with optimism, she went to the doctor for tests.

But the news was not good.

“I was in shock,” she remembered when they gave her the news.

It took her a while, she said, to be able to listen and understand her diagnosis and hear what would happen next.

She was sent to a surgeon and remembers well the day when she had her lumpectomy. It was two days before her 50th birthday.

She had hoped to avoid chemotherapy, but the size of the tumor meant that her risk for the cancer to spread was too high. “It scared me,” she said. “I thought, do I really have to do this?”

Again, she made herself listen and learn.

� e chemo was not pleasant but it was not as bad as she thought it would be.

A� er she completed both radiation and chemotherapy, she healed and went on about her life, coming back for her regular check ups at 3 months and 6 months - then graduating to just once a year.

� en in September of 2001, they found another lump in the same breast.

“� at was mind-blowing,” she said. “It was worse than the � rst time.”

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what it was. � ose were long days. � e doctors decided another lumpectomy was in order. It came back negative. She was cancer-free.

� e second time around she said, really changed her life. “I knew already that you really do need to smell the roses. But a� er a while, you get kind of lax,” she said. “Having the second lump, made me sit up again and pay attention. I really count my blessings and still do every day.”

Now 65, Hill says that she is a regular exerciser and stays involved. She and her husband have lived on the Island since 1984 and raised two children who attended Island schools and have two grandchildren. She is a multi-year participant of the Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure. She is involved in the Angel Care Breast Cancer Foundation and has appeared several times as Ms. August in their annual calendar that raises money for their work. � e retired King County Metro employee works with cancer support groups, helping newly diagnosed patients face what is ahead.

“What really helped me was talking to other women,” she said. Every time I heard the word ‘survivor,’ it gave me hope.”

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Snow White at YTN begins Nov. 2

Performances of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs are set for November 2-18. Youth Theatre’s produc-tion takes the story back to its original roots with The Brothers Grimm, expand-ing an already lush fairy tale with new characters and intricate storylines.

For informa-tion and tickets, visit Youththeatrenorthwest.org.

Jewish themes in modern dance at SJCC

On Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. Donald Byrd, a renowned contemporary dance choreographer with discuss “The Theater of Needless Talents,” an award-winning work depicting his vision of the Holocaust.

Byrd shows how he cre-ates dances incorporat-ing Jewish themes and talks about his work at the American Academy in

Jerusalem.

Five Islanders in PNB ‘Nutcracker’

It is Nutcracker season at Pacific Northwest Ballet. PNB’s annual Stowell/Sendak “Nutcracker” fea-tures over 200 roles danced by professional dancers and students, including five from Mercer Island: Ana Ko Glass, Vivian Jacobs, Jessica Li, Elizabeth Park and Sarah Pickles.

Islander Middle School students Glass, Pickles and Jacobs play “Scrim” mice and a servant, respectively. Li, a Mercer Island High

School sophomore, plays a Chinese character, and Park, who attends The Evergreen School, plays an infantryman.

Performances of the holiday tradition return-sto Seattle Center’s McCaw Hall for 30 performances, Dec. 7 through Dec. 29.

For more informa-tion about the produc-tion, go to www.pnb.org/Season/12-13/Nutcracker.

‘Chicken Soup’ book features Island physician

Islander and physician Kimberly Allison is part of a new ‘Chicken Soup’ book about survinging breast cancer.

Allison, a cancer physi-cian herself, is the author of a piece within the book that recounts her reconstructive surgery after her own can-cer treatments.

The book’s title is hope and healing for your breast cancer journey, offers les-sons on coping,

A statement by Allison appears on the book’s cover.

Arts briefs

Kim Walker Stanberry/Special to the ReporterThe trail near Sunset Highway was lined with red leaves from falling autumn leaves over the weekend.

Contributed art There are more than 250 ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ titles including this one that features a piece written by Islander physician, Kimberly Allison.


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SPORTSSPORTS This weekend the fall sports tournaments will kick into high gear with the KingCo swimming and volleyball tournaments. To get updates, follow us on Twitter at MIRsports and online at www.mi-reporter.com.

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With just one more regu-lar season game to go this year, the Mercer Island girls soccer team is preparing for the postseason. The team, which is likely to enter the Kingco tournament as the No. 2 seed, played its final regular home game Tuesday night, after Reporter dead-line, against Mount Si.

Last week the Islanders split their games, beating Juanita, 3-0, on Tuesday and losing 2-0 to Liberty on Thursday. As of then, the team’s record was 11-2-1.

“We need to finish the season strong,” said head coach Terry Ryan. “We need to play the best soccer we can.”

While the top team in KingCo automatically earns a berth to the 3A state tour-

nament, the No. 2 team has to play to get in, facing three games in six days. If the team can survive the tough schedule, it will also earn a place at state.

“We have to keep doing what we’re doing,” said Ryan. “We’ve been playing very well. I’m impressed with the quality of these kids — they are right there are the top.”

Both of the Islanders’ league losses this season have come against oppo-nents who finished either first or second in state the year prior. Interlake was the 2A state champion last year, and Liberty finished second in the 3A contest.

Against Juanita on Tuesday, the Islanders battled with the Rebels throughout the first half, as both teams fought to gain control of the game.

Early in the second half, the Islanders appeared to be knocking at the door, hold-ing the ball on the Rebels’ half of the field, and final-ly in the 63rd minute, the Islanders kicked the door open.

Jamie Mounger con-nected a header to the back of the net off a cor-ner from teammate Marissa Hammerstrom in the 63rd minute. Five minutes later, Kianna Chang scored on a rebound, after Michele Day shot the ball. Day scored a goal of her own, this time assisted by Chang, in the 70th minute.

On Thursday, the Islanders headed south to play Liberty, falling 2-0.

Ryan said Liberty hit the mark with the first goal in

Mercer Island girls soccer prepares for postseason

Megan Managan/Staff PhotoJuanita’s Sam Bakory races to beat Mercer Island’s Carly Ledbetter to the ball during the Islanders’ home win over the Rebels on Tuesday, Oct. 16.

Soccer | Page 19


The Mercer Island vol-leyball team finally accom-plished a long-sought goal

on Thursday night. The Islanders swept Mount Si this season, beating the Wildcats on Thursday, 3-2, and clinched the team’s first regular season KingCo title since 2008.

Mercer Island lost the first match, 14-25, but bounced back 25-23 and 25-20 in the second and third games. Mount Si won match four, 25-22, but Mercer Island pushed forward and took the last game, 15-13, to win the night.

Brooke Behrbaum had five kills and five blocks

during the game, and Kris Brackmann added seven kills and three blocks. Sara Lindquist had 14 kills and six aces, while Lottie MacAulay added seven kills and three blocks. Carly Wilson had 41 assists dur-ing the games, with three aces. Jemma Yeadon had 14 kills, 10 digs and four aces while sister Lorial Yeadon had 11 digs.

The Islanders will trav-el to Bellevue on Oct. 23 for a 7 p.m. final game of the regular season. Mercer Island will enter the KingCo tournament, which begins on Thursday, Oct. 25, as the No. 1 team. The tour-nament will take place at Sammamish High School.

Mercer Island volleyball wins KingCo season titleFirst regular season crown for Islanders since 2008 season

Football | Mount sI 38, Mercer Island 7

Matt Brashears/Special to the ReporterIslander running back Risley Lesko is tackled for a loss in the backfield by two Mount Si defenders in the Islanders’ 38-7 homecoming loss on Friday night.


The Mercer Island foot-ball team lost to Mount Si during homecoming on Friday night. The final score was 38-7.

Mount Si handily con-trolled the game in the first half, holding Mercer Island from crossing the halfway mark on the field until the second quarter.

Mercer Island started with the ball, but a fumble recov-ered by the Wildcats turned

into the first touchdown of the night with 11:50 on the clock.

Starting on the 20-yard line, Mount Si held Mercer Island from gaining ground, forcing the Islanders to punt. With 10:28 left in the first, Mount Si hit the mark for the second time, leading 14-0.

Mercer Island regained the ball with 7:28 left in the quarter, but fumbled it on the 16-yard line, which Mount Si turned into a touchdown on the next

play.Mercer Island made

progress in their final pos-sessions of the quarter, but couldn’t make enough progress to get into the end zone. The quarter ended with the Wildcats leading 21-0.

Mercer Island recov-ered a Mount Si fumble early in the second quar-ter, but couldn’t convert third down, and Mount Si took over at the 21. Moving

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Matt Brashears/Special to the ReporterChildren scramble for candy thrown from floats during Friday afternoon’s parade. Below, the Mercer Island High School marching band trombone section marches through the Town Center during the annual homecoming parade on Friday, Oct. 19. Bottom, Charlie Gardner and Cristina Scalzo, the Mercer Island High School homecoming king and queen, ride in a classic Corvette in the homecoming parade, Friday afternoon, in downtown Mercer Island.

Matt Brashears/Special to the ReporterDressed as a swashbuckler, Logan Meek rides the back of Ben Berejta during Friday afternoon’s parade.

Matt Brashears/Photos special to the ReporterStranded on a deserted tropical island, Carissa Ham is the only senior riding on the actual float during Friday afternoon’s parade — the other 11 seniors were piled into the Jeep pulling the float. Below, the Mercer Island High School marching band hams it up while performing during halftime.


quickly down field, Mount Si scored with 4:44 left in the half. The Wildcats led 28-0.

Mount Si would go on to score once more in the half, on a quick run with 3:15 left on the clock for a 31-0 lead. The team attempted a field goal from the 29-yard line, but Cameron Van Winkle’s kick bounced off the bottom bar.

After the break, Mercer Island found renewed strength on the field, forc-ing Mount Si to punt and taking over on the 41-yard line. The Islanders put together a solid drive, end-ing with Matt Orehek scor-ing the team’s first and only touchdown of the night. The Islanders trailed 31-7.

Mount Si scored the final points of the night with 1:17 left in the third

quarter to lead 38-7.Next Friday, Oct. 26,

Mercer Island will host Bellevue in the final game of the regular season. The Wolverines, undefeated this season, lead KingCo

with a 7-0 record this sea-son.

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The Mercer Island boys and girls cross country teams traveled to Lake Sammamish State Park on Thursday, Oct. 18, for the KingCo meet. The girls team finished second with 68 points, behind Liberty, with 40. The boys team finished in third place with 83 points, behind Bellevue with 53 and Interlake with 75.

Individually, Daniel Mayer finished in fourth place with a 16:38 time. Eric Schulz was fifth in 16:42, followed by Matt Wotipka, who earned eighth place with a 16:45 finish. Nathan Cummings was 32rd over-all in 17:42, Dylan Lesko was 34th in 17:53, Nathan Gallatin was 36th in 18:09 and Kyle Weiss was 50th in 18:58.

In the girls race, Alida Scalzo was fifth overall in 19:29, Alexa Bauman fin-ished in 12th place in 20:06, and Linden Elggren was 16th overall in 20:21, with Sarah Bjarnason in 19th place in 20:44. Rachel Van Gelder finished the race in 20:53 for 21st place, Cecelia Rosenman was 22nd in 21:01 and Ella Green fin-ished in 38th place with a 22:35 time.

Both teams will compete in the SeaKing District

meet on Thursday, Oct. 25, at Lower Woodland Park in Seattle. The meet begins at 2:30 p.m. with the boys race, followed by the girls race at 3:15 p.m. The awards presentation will take place at 5:15 p.m.

The top five boys and girls teams will advance from districts to the state meet on Nov. 3 in Pasco. Runners in the top 25 over-all, whose team does not qualify, will also advance to state.

Islanders cross country second, third at KingCo meet

Contributed PhotoMercer Island junior Alida Scalzo (center) races during the KingCo meet on Thursday, Oct. 18, at Lake Sammamish State Park.

Contributed PhotoMercer Island High School’s Daniel Mayer and Eric Schulz race during the KingCo championship meet on Thursday, Oct. 18. Mayer finished in third place, while Schulz finished in fourth overall.

Teams will compete in SeaKing District meet this Thursday, Oct. 25

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Matt Brashears/Special to the ReporterIn a defensive bright spot, Islander defensive lineman Zach Bucklin (No. 84) sacks Mount Si quarterback Nick Mitchell with Islander linebacker Josh Omdal there to congratulate him. Above, Islander quarterback Brian Higgins drops back, looking to pass under pressure.


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the 60th minute, and as Mercer Island pressed to attempt to tie the game, Liberty countered and scored the second goal.

“The girls have worked so hard, and we’ve really just given them the platform to succeed,” said the coach.

In order to continue their success, he said they simply have to continue doing what they’ve been doing.

“They have to play real-ly well,” said Ryan. “They have to continue to just play well.”

The team will travel to Bellevue on Thursday, Oct. 25, for the final game of the regular season. The game against the Wolverines is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. The team will begin postseason play next week. Game times and informa-tion will be available online at www.mi-reporter.com.

soccer | FROM 16

Megan Managan/Staff PhotoMercer Island’s Sylvie Dornay and Juanita’s Tessa Wuchter race after a loose ball during the Islanders’ home win over the Rebels on Tuesday, Oct. 16.


The Mercer Island boys golf team traveled to Willows Run Golf Course on Tuesday, Oct. 16, for the KingCo champion-ship.

As a team, the Islanders finished in third place with a score of 415. Interlake was first with 384, and Bellevue was second with 397.

Individually, Sam Varon, had Mercer Island’s top finish. He came in eighth place with a 78. Eric Kim was 15th overall with an 81.

Both qualified to move on to the SeaKing District championship next Monday, Oct. 22, also at Willows Run.

The top 18 golfers earn spots in the next round. Mercer Island freshman Zach Evens finished in 19th place, missing the cut by one shot, shoot-ing 84. Josh Graham was 28th overall with an 86, the same as teammate William Medlock in 29th place. Luke Mounger fin-ished in 34th place with an 89.

Juanita’s Frank Garber won the tournament, shooting a 74.

Boys golf third at KingCo tournament

Sports briefsIslander fall sports earn academic honors

Several of the Mercer Island High School fall sports teams have earned academic honors this season.

Six of the eight teams won the Outstanding Scholastic Team Award, posting team grade point averages of 3.5 or higher.

The boys cross country had a team GPA of 3.876, the girls cross country team

posted a 3.853 average and the boys tennis team had a 3.731 average. The girls swim and diving team had an average GPA of 3.696, girls soccer came in with 3.625 and the volleyball team had an average GPA of 3.516.

Two teams earned the Distinguished Scholastic Team Award, earning an average GPA of 3.0 or high-er. The boys golf team had an average of 3.482, and the football team’s average GPA was 3.273.

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The Mercer Island boys tennis team won the KingCo title on Thursday, after playing in the league tournament at Mount Si High School.

“They did really well,” said head coach Jamie Dieveney. “It was really a team effort all the way around.”

In the singles competition, Brian Hou finished second overall, while Henry Smith was fourth. Zach Elliott fin-ished in sixth place.

In the doubles tourna-ment, it was an all-Mercer Island final.

“It was pretty cool,” said the coach.

In the end, Kyle Baska

and partner Matt Seifert beat teammates Charlie Williams and Ben Elliott for the KingCo title. The team’s third duo, Spencer Dillion and Max Tilden, finished in fourth place overall.

The top four finishers in each tournament earned spots in the SeaKing District competition, which will be held next spring.

“I was very pleased with how the season went,” said Dieveney. “A big part of it is the nature in which the boys compete. They are class acts. Every time they represented the school and Island well.”

The team hopes to earn its third straight state title next spring, but will have continue to work in the off-season to do so.

“The goal of the team is to win another state title, but it’s going to be tough,” said the coach.

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To see a schedule for this week’s Mercer Island High School fall sports,

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A look at the playoff pic-ture for fall sports can also be found on the Sports blog From the Goal Line.

Contributed PhotoMercer Island tennis coach Jamie Dieveney coached doubles players Kyle Baska and Matt Seifert to the KingCo tourna-ment doubles championship last week. The duo faced another Mercer Island pair in the finals.

Saturday | 27 MIUMC RUMMage Sale: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 27, Mercer Island United Methodist Church, 7070 S.E. 24th Street. Designer clothes and shoes, children’s and household items.CIty of MeRCeR ISland fall ReCyClIng event: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 27, Mercer Island Boat Launch, 3600 East Mercer Way. This community event is a chance to safely dispose of old equipment and house-hold items cluttering base-ments and garages. For a list of acceptable and unaccept-able items, go to the city’s website at www.mercergov.org.MIPa Halloween PaRty: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Oct. 27, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. A Halloween party designed for preschoolers with Halloween-themed crafts, games, activi-ties and tricks or treats. Wear a costume for the costume show and dance party. www.mipreschoolassociation.org/events.SoUtH QfC Halloween PaRty: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 27, South end QFC, 8421 S.E. 68th Street. Trick or treat event for kids. Games and treats offered. The fire department will be pres-ent. Costumes are encour-aged. MeRCeR ISland MaRtIal aRtS annUal Halloween PaRty and food dRIve: 1-4 p.m., Oct. 27, 2630 77th Ave. S.E., #106-108. An event to raise money for the Mercer Island food bank. Halloween/Homework Fall Kickoff event. The community is welcome to attend. www.mercerislandmartialarts.com.alPenland delICateSSen oktobeRfeSt CelebRatIon: 6-9 p.m., Oct. 27, 2707 78th Ave.

S.E. Celebrate Oktoberfest and the addition of the deli’s new beer and wine license. Dinner menu features house favorites, seasonal specialties and discounts on imported beer and wine. Come meet the owners and staff of Alpenland.

Monday | 29dR. fRedRIC tobIS book talk on HealtH CaRe CRISIS: 7 p.m., Oct. 29, Island Books, 3014 78th Ave. S.E. Come discuss the health care issues and solutions with Dr. Fredric Tobis and his new book, “The Healthcare Crisis: The Urgent Need for Physician Leadership.” Book signing. Dr. Tobis is the founder of the Center for Physician Leadership Training and current chairman of one of Washington State’s District Healthcare Advisory Committees. Free. www.mer-cerislandbooks.com.

tueSday | 30MeRCeR ISland RotaRy ClUb MeetIng: 12-1:30 p.m., Oct. 30, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. The club meets every Tuesday. Each meeting covers club activities and features a weekly guest speaker. The general public is welcome to attend.debUnkIng MaRIjUana MytHS: 7-8:30 p.m., Oct. 30, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Learn about marijuana and its effects. This program is suitable for adults and high school students. Mercer Island Communities That Care, Mercer Island Youth and Family Services.

WedneSday | 31annUal CHaMbeR of CoMMeRCe kIdS’ tRICk-oR-tReatIng event: 3-5 p.m., Oct. 31, downtown Mercer Island. Join the Town Center and South end busi-nesses for this annual event. There is no cost to participate except for candy and cos-tumes/masks (costume or mask required). Bring a dona-tion for the Mercer Island Food Bank. Participating busi-nesses will receive posters for their doors or windows — call or email the Chamber to sign up.

thurSday | 1MIval MeetIng: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 1, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Social hour starts at 11:30 a.m. Potluck lunch: 12-2 p.m. Board member election. www.mival.org.MIval HolIday SHow oPenIng ReCePtIon: 6-8 p.m., Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Awards presentation: 7 p.m. www.mival.org.MeRCeR ISland CHaMbeR of CoMMeRCe noveMbeR MeMbeRSHIP lUnCHeon: 12-1:15 p.m., Nov. 1, Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Speaker: Matt Youngquist. Informal Networking: 11:45 a.m. Topic: how to utilize the Linked-In social media platform to enhance your networking and personal branding. Luncheon cost: $15 (members), $20 (nonmembers and mem-bers without reservations). Reservations deadline: 4 p.m., Oct. 30. (206) 232-3404, [email protected]. alzHeIMeR’S CaRegIveR SUPPoRt

gRoUP: 3 p.m., Nov. 1, Mercer Island Senior Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Caregiver Support Groups provide a consistent and caring place for group members to discuss the chal-lenges and problems of the disease, share their feelings and find emotional support, and exchange information and educate themselves about Alzheimer’s disease. Free. Contact: Carin Mack, (206) 230-0166.MeRCeR ISland fReeMaSonS MeetIng: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Nov. 1, VFW Post 5760, 1836 72nd Ave. S.E. Mercer Island Lodge #297, Free & Accepted Masons of Washington, meets every first Thursday at the VFW Post. Membership is by request. Contact: John Gebhart, [email protected]. www.merceris-landmasons.org.

Friday | 2MIval SPeCIal aRtIStS ReCePtIon: 5-8 p.m., Nov. 2, MIVAL Gallery, 2836 78th Ave. S.E. “Fall Celebrations” exhibits at the gallery for the month of November. www.mival.org.

Saturday | 3ISlandeR MIddle SCHool PtSa SkI and SnowboaRd Sale and SwaP: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 3, Islander Middle School, 8225 S.E. 72nd Street. IMS and Sturtevants will host the 29th annual Ski and Snowboard Swap and More. Sturtevants will offer a wide range of ski, snowboard gear and clothing in addition to your consign-ments. New this year: a new section with a variety of consignment sporting goods. All proceeds will be donated to IMS educational and after-

school programming. mi-skiswap.com.

Sunday | 4SjCC jewISH toUCH leCtURe SeRIeS: “Jewish Themes in Modern Dance,” 2 p.m., Nov. 4, Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 East Mercer Way. Donald Byrd, Seattle’s renowned contemporary dance choreographer, discusses “The Theater of Needless Talents,” an award-winning work depicting his vision of the Holocaust. Tickets: $8 (members), $12 (nonmembers). www.sjcc.org.

WedneSday | 7PRobUS ClUb of MeRCeR ISland MeetIng: 10:30 a.m., Nov. 7, Mercer Island Presbyterian

Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Steven C. Marshall will present “Transforming Transportation in Century 21,” a summary of highlights from the confer-ence that he organized and formed as part of the celebra-tion of the 50th anniversary of the Seattle World’s Fair. The public is welcome.

eventS | OngOing‘SenSeleSS’ - MeRCeR ISland’S 4tH annUal HaUnted foReSt: ongoing through Oct. 28, Island Crest Park, 5500 Island Crest Way. Youth Theatre Northwest’s 40-minute guided performance/tour. For ages 8+. For younger children over age 3, “Once Upon A Halloween” will perform dur-ing the daytime on Sundays. Tickets: www.mercerisland-shauntedforest.com.

CALENDARCALENDAR SubMiSSionS: The Reporter welcomes calendar items for nonprofit groups and community events. Please email your island event notices to [email protected]. items should be submitted by noon on the Thursday the week before publication. items are included on a space-available basis. Calendar online: Post activities or events online with our calendar feature at www.mi-reporter.com. Events may be directly added to the calendar on our home page. Click on the “Calendar” link under Community.

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The Bainbridge Island Review, a weekly community newspaper located in western Washing- ton state, is accepting applications for a part- time general assignment Reporter. The ideal candidate will have solid reporting and writing skills, have up-to-date knowl- edge of the AP Style- book, be able to shoot photos and video, be able to use InDesign, and contribute to staff blogs and Web updates. We offer vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. If you have a pas- sion for community news reporting and a desire to work in an ambitious, dy- namic newsroom, we want to hear from you. E.O.E. Email your re- sume, cover letter and up to 5 non-returnable writing, photo and video samples [email protected]

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Cemetery Plots

(2) BURIAL SPACES, side by side, at Green- wood Memor ia l Park, Ren ton . 350 Monroe Ave NE. Located in the Garden of the Chimes, Block 25, Lot 335, Spac- es 3 & 4. Cemetery list price for 2 spaces is approx. $6,800. We’re asking $2,400. Please call: 360-983-8662

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BEDDING. 4 piece king size sheet set, floral pat- tern, $20. Full/ queen b e d s p r e a d , y e l l o w check, washable, cotton, $10. (2) Twin matching sheet sets: barely used; one autumn floral pat- t e r n : s e c o n d a q u a / white/ violet stripe pat- tern: $15 each. (2) white f i t ted twin sheets $10 both. Twin bed spread, quilted, tailored, beautiful teal color, excellent condition, fresh from the cleaners $25. 425-392- 7809.

COATS! LADIES FINE Wool coat. Warm! La- dies, size 14, black $8. Ladies rain coat, zip lin- er, beige, size 12 $7. Call 360-377-2372.

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DRESSER: Beau t i fu l Victorian style. 7 drawers, white with gi lded hardware, $95. Dog Ke n n e l : ex t r a - l a r g e portable. Brand new in box! $55. 360-598-2800.

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FOR SALE! Kerosene Heater Toyostove brand, portable. 24”x19.5”x1/2”. Great for camping or garage/ home. $50 obo. Diesel starter: Ford 6.9 $50. Two Champaign glasses, crystal, hear t cut outs in stem. Pretty! Crystal Glasses, stirring s t i ck s & p i t c h e r fo r mixed drinks. Beautiful! 8 piece set. All for $40. Port Orchard. 360-895- 4202

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SADDLE FOR YOUTH. American Saddlery: 13”. Great cond! $150. Port Orchard. 360-895-4202.

SINK: “ELKAY; Gour- met” stainless steel double sink; 33”x22”. Good condition! $100 obo. Kit- sap 360-779-3574.

STEREO SPEAKERS for sale: Boston Accous- tics $30, Polk Audio $35, Advent II $30. Sony $20, Yamaha $20. These are wa l l m o u n t o r b o o k shelve speakers. All in ver y good cond i t ion . Great for music and su- round systems. Call 360- 697-5985.

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Home Furnishings

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ANTIQUE WARDROBE Beautiful crown molding! 2 Pine front doors and Walnut sides! Two large storage drawers. 80” tall, and 45” wide. 20” deep w h i c h i s p e r fe c t fo r hanging clothes. Excel- lent cond! Loving transpor ted from Minesota. $900. Bainbridge Island. Call Donna for an appointment to see this func t iona l , go rgeous piece!! 206-780-1144.

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Medical Equipment

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Miscellaneous

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Musical Instruments

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Wanted/Trade

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Dogs

2 CHIHUAHUA’S - Long coat, AKC registered. Neutered male, gold with wh i te mar k ings ; and spayed female, black & brown brindle with white markings. Dew claws removed. Wormed and all permanent shots. Vet checked. Mother on site. $350 each. Located in Kent. (253)852-5344

2 Ma le French Bu l l - dogs/Creme color, 9wks old-ready to go home. AKC Registered $1,600. P lease contact Mike/ Chr ist ina at 509-989- 3834.

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Dogs

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AKC GERMAN Shepherd puppies, bred for sound temperament and train a b i l i t y. A l l G e r m a n bloodlines. Parents onsite and family raised. $900. 360-456-0362

A K C G E R M A N S H E P H E R D p u p s . Very intelligent. Par- ents on site. Health g u a r a n t e e d , f i r s t shots. Top pedigree. $450 part reg., $550 full, 360-532-9315.For pics email:[email protected]

A K C G E R M A N S H E P H E R D p u p s . Very intelligent. Par- ents on site. Health g u a r a n t e e d , f i r s t shots. Top pedigree. $550 part reg., $650 full, 360-532-9315.For pics email:[email protected] Labrador Puppies C h o c o l a t e & B l a ck . Great hunters, compan- ions, playful, loyal. 1st shots, dewormed. OFA’s $450 & $550. 425-350- 1627

A K C P O M E R A N I A N puppies. Only four left. Will be ready by Nov 1st. Taking deposits. Variety of colors. $350 males, $450 females. One older male Pom, ready to go now. 253-223-3506 253- 223-8382


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AKC REGISTERED Lab Puppies. Over 30+ titled dogs in the last 5 gen- erations. Sire is a Master Hunter and Cer t i f ied Pointing Lab. OFA Hip and Elbows, Dews Re- moved, First Shots, De- wor ming. 6 Males (1 Black, 5 Yellow), 6 Fe- m a l e s ( 2 Ye l l o w, 4 Black). $750 each. Call Mike, 360-547-9393

AKC Rottweiler Puppies-5 males, 2 females. Dew claws, tails docked, dewormed, 1st shots, and parents on site. Asking $850 w/ papers. Cal l 360-319-5825

A K C S I B E R I A N HUSKY puppies, Born 7/30/12. Gray & white. 2 Females, 2 males $450 each. 360-520- 3023 or 360-304-0939.

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AUSTRALIAN SHEP- H E R D S, r e g i s t e r e d . Adults, Puppies. Stan- dards, Miniatures. Shots, Wormed, Tails Docked. 3 Black Tri 1 year olds. 12 new Standard pup- p i e s . 9 w e e k o l d Miniature and Standards $350 and up OBO, cash. Call for pictures: 425- 844-2382BORDER Coll ie pups, ABCA registered. Black & White & Red & White. Ranch raised, working parents. 1s t shots & wormed. $500-$600/ea. 509-486-1191 or 1-866- 295-4217. www.canaanguestranch.comBOSTON TERRIERS AKC Reg. B lack and wh i te. Bor n 8 -14-12 . Ready to go to new homes. First shots are done. Mom and dad are here to see. Only 1 male le f t . We been ra isng Bostons for 10 years, and we have very good temperaments in our dogs. Very good wi th k ids. Spanaway, Wa. Marys Bostons 253-271- 7772 or 253-691-9142 Cash only. Ch ihuahua puppies, Family loving pets! Very cute, fun loving and see- i ng i s be l i ev ing ! 1s t shots, worming. $100 (360)691-2770CHIHUAHUA’S! Itty Bitty t e e ny we e ny, P u r s e s ize, AKC reg is tered puppies. Shots, wormed, pot ty box trained. In- cludes wee-wee pads. puppy care info packet, med i ca l hea l t h ca re record keeping system, puppy food starter sup- ply, medical health insu- r a n c e p o l i c y. 1 0 0 % health guaranteed, (vet check completed). Mi- cro-chipping available. $480 & up 253-847-7387E n g l i s h M a s t i f f / N e o Mastiff mix for sale $400 b o r n S e p t . 4 t h C a l l : 206 391 1829

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Leschi Views $829,950Stunning 5BR Leschi craftsman w/spectacular Western views. Wide oak plank � oors, elegant greatroom & quaint front porch. Quiet tree-lined street. #400666


Commercial $175,000Price reduced to sell. Updated commercial in Bremerton. Current business would like to lease back. Free street parking. #276347


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Blazing Sunsets $1,793,600Above it all sits a house on a hill overlooking the land of sunsets, re� ective lake & sparkling city skylines. Catch a movie in the home theatre. The Pinnacle. #399012


Bellingham Comm $850,000Reduced! 4.5ac just off freeway, all utilities in the street or on property, New sidewalks in. Multi use, close to Bellis Fair & growing commercial. #27127645


Hoquiam Lot $25,000Lot in 55+ age development, all utilities in and convenient to shopping. Huge price reduction. #194812


Mirrormont Lot $49,750Reduced, just under an acre lot in Mirrormont. Neighboring homes have views of Poo Poo Point takeoff area. Relax on your deck & watch the show. #206333


North Bend Land $63,0009.5ac close to North Bend and I-90 freeway. No access currently to it, hold for further development. Bounded on 2 sides by DNR. #158590


Fall City $125,0005+ acre lot on the upper side of Preston Fall City Rd. Water stubbed to lot, lovely and close to freeways. #149921


Newcastle Land $150,0002.5 acres w/R-1 zoning. Good location and close to everything in Newcastle, must hike in to see. #392633


N. Bend 29 Acre $249,00029+ acres of land, super easy access off I90. Will support 3, maybe 4 homes, huge price reduction. Studies available. #206270


Kent 10 Acres $250,0009.98 acres, 2 parcel numbers of stunning land. In the family since 1917 & about 1/2 pasture, 1/2 treed. At the end of a dead end road. #385825


Mercer Is Lot $300,000Generous .48 acre lot on Mercer Island, with survey and some studies done. Convenient location. #295333


Kenmore 1.5 ac. $300,0001.5 ac. on a dead end st. Foundation in, plans available. All utilities to foundation. Very quiet and close in. #336910


Mercer Is lot $325,00014,000 sq ft lot with recorded access for driveway. Nice location on a dead end street. #329002


Opportunity! $348,000Tucked away building lot up private lane. Potential lake & Mt Rainier views. Large lot, 3000 sq foot building pad. Paved access to lot line. Near Park trails. #112896


Private Lane $448,000Large residential building site in area of new/remodeled homes. Lk & Mt Rainier views. All utility/access easements recorded. Serene stream along south boundary. #143651

Janet Scroggs 206-230-5414

Building Site $449,000Partial lk view lot, small subdivision 5 lots, up pvt road off E Mercer. Backs to conservancy Tract. Road, utilities in along paved access. Cleared for viewing! #83516


Residential Lot $449,000Partial lk view lot, small subdivision of 5 lots, up pvt road off E Mercer. Road, utilities in along paved access, recorded maintenance agreemt. Survey avail. #83519


Start Building! $549,000Lake and mountain views from this vacant lot, one home back from the lake. Build your dream! 21,350 sf, utilities in street. Seller � nancing available #352004


West side! $625,000Large lot with possible lake views on private lane. Bring your architect! #404902

Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722Virginia Felion 206-459-2020

Hoquiam Estates $850,00058 lots in a 55+ plat. All utilities are in, the road is paved. 1/2 reduction from previous price, nice territorial views and convenient to shopping. #194858


Snoqualmie Pass $3,330,00025+ac land just E of summit, much preliminary work done. Possibilities are townhomes, lodge, condos, restaurant, single fam. homes. View, view, view. #198735


Moses Lake $3,688,314Several level parcels with high usability, 26.46 acres. All utilities at site, roads and infrastructure to property. Easy access. #311236


Moses Lake $26,872,940303+ac 3 lg parcels next to a business park, part in agriculture. Utilities close or in street, close to airport. Other parcels available. #311390



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View Condo $325,000Roomy & bright TOP FLOOR 3BR/1.75BA, 1,375sf Woodlake condo w/great view of downtown MI & lake. Vaulted ceilings, � replace, washer/dryer. Pool + clubhouse. #306520


MI Country Club $789,000HUGE 3,750sf, 4BR, 2.75BA in MI Country Club Estates. Master +2 on main - huge bonus room + 1 up. Oversized rooms 2 � replaces, quiet � at cul-de-sac lot. #393253


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View Duplex $875,000Rare opportunity knocks! Duplex with triplex zoning on a level sunny lot in East Seattle. One block to lake with big views from 2nd story. #375478


A RARE FIND!! $849,000Enjoy spacious upscale 4BR on 1/3ac: Best Kitchen; Master on main w/fplc; huge of� ce + rec rm; 4 fplcs; 3 decks + patio; mini orchard; near school/park! #367221

Natalie Malin 206-232-3240

Gold Coast $799,000VIEWS-Multi-leveled artistic home surrounds you with unique spaces, warmth and vivid lightness. Fabulous main � oor boasts access to westside deck. 4BR/3BaA/2gar #335045

Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

Shared Wtft $1,300,000Lovely setting on .49ac parcel; moorage & boat lift included; Great room enjoys kitchen, fam rm, living room+den, carport+2 car gar; master BR on main+2 more #400850


First Hill $998,000Total remodel. 3BR plus den. Chef kit w/ slab granite. Pvt master w/lavish bath, 2 closets. Family rm. Guest rm. 2nd kit. Pvt, level yard. Views. 3 car garage. Mint. #385420

Mary Yax 206-612-8722

Hamptons Estate $3,250,000Magni� cent 2009 renovation creates stun-ning elegance on a level acre+, 5BR/4.5BA, main master+formal rooms+fam rm+rec rm, outdoor rm+pool & play space galore #391328


Lake Views!! $1,750,000Stunning lake views at every turn in this beautiful 4BR/2.5BA home. Elegant living abounds w/fabulous entertaining spaces for the most discerning mind. #394227


Urban Living... $1,698,000...MI schools. 5 mins to dwtn Seatte. 4 wtft parks within 8 blocks. Across from regional trail & lid park. Shimmering sunset views re� ect off of the lake. #401116


Move Right In! $759,900Custom design. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, updated master bath. Viking stove. 4BR/3BA. One BR on main. Private Fernridge Lane setting. #383076

Janet Scroggs 206-230-5414Michael Scott 206-230-5455

Mercer Terrace $799,000Southend Traditional Tri-level in a special neighbohood. 4BR/2.5BA home with manicured grounds. Hardwood � rs, dbl pane windows, RV parking, convenient location. #401060

Gerald Chew 206-679-9294

North end Gem $998,000This property awaits your creative touches. Location, Location, Location! Large level lot with storybook 4 bedroom home. #412601

Barbara Bro 206-459-8411

It is All Here $1,498,000Westside home w/day moorage & view! Lovely 4BR/4BA home fea lg living & dining rms, vaulted kit, fam rm, den, bonus rm + rec rm. Patio, circular drive, level lot. #344864

Molly Penny 206-200-4411

Lake Views! $925,000Over 2100 SF of Luxury Living w/spectacular Lake, Mountain & City views. Live in this Elegant 2BR/1.75BA/Den Condo! Easy access to all amenities & I-90. #370758


Just Listed! $625,000Hard to � nd! 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a 15,000 sf completely level lot. Mid-island, quiet neighborhood. Will not last long! #411114

Harrison & St. Mary 206-919-9992

◆ N end Charmer $549,000Great northend location for this 3BR/2BA, 2 car garage, home. Cherry � oors, remod kit, & baths on main. Grand pic windows stream forth w/light. Easy I-90 access #414837


Shared Wtft $1,988,000Moorage, Dock & Play Area! View Home, 4420SF, Ralph Anderson NW Contemp., 6BR, 3BA, Family Room, Rec Room, Of� ce/Study + Extra Lot! #409407

Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

Forest Avenue $2,498,000Signature showplace by RKK Construction in 2000 on desirable Forest Ave, west exposure, � ltered lk views, large lot. No detail spared in this gracious custom. #383012


Westside Custom $2,500,000Privacy on .4AC w/74 ft +/- water-front, private dock+covered boat lift+in ground pool+Ralph Anderson design 4BR+3BA+den+rec rm+views #399902

Laura Reymore 206-230-5351Suzanne Lane 206-230-5516

Western View! $2,350,000Contemporary 4BR w/views of Lake Washington. 6000+SF. In-ground pool. High end remodel. A/C. Natural and designer lighting from every angle. 3 car garage. #382672

Marlene Fallquist 206-230-5450

West side! $598,900Fixer upper or bring your architect! Wonderful private lane on west side with possible lake views. #404816

Carol Hinderstein 206-595-5722Virginia Felion 206-459-2020

Prime Wtft $2,000,000Gracious hardwood entry opens up to a formal living & dining rm while drawing your eye out the lake views beyond. 70’ of lake frontage with home for the boat. #402379


Water’s Edge $2,200,000Build your dream home on this beautiful 29,000+sf lot featuring 92’ of Lake Washington waterfront, sandy beach, brand new 100’ dock and protective bulkhead. #399584


mercer island reporter, october 24, 2012

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