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VOLUME 36, NUMBER 13 • MaRch 26, 2013

INSIDE Letters to the editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3‘Knife’s Edge’ class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8National Monument news . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0

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Lopez School spring sports are here. Read more about this season’s teams on page 7.

OTE YES FOR OUR LOPEZ SCHOOL✓

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Featuring Grisha KrivcheniaPerforming classical and original compositions

Saturday, April 6 at 7pmLopez Center • By donation

Saturday, March 30 — 7:30 pmWoodmen Hall

Adults $15 Youth $10Tickets available at the usual venues and at the door

World Class Traditional String Music, Tight Vocal Bluegrass Harmonies with

Council Candidates Q&A Part 2By Weekly Staff

This is part two of a three-part series of Q&A segments with county council candi-dates running in the April 23 election. The revamped three-person council, and the upcoming elections, are the result of revisions to the county charter proposed in 2012 by the Charter Revision Commission and approved by the voters in November.

The revisions returned the council to three members elected countywide from “residency districts” com-prising San Juan, Orcas and Lopez and their respective nearby smaller islands.

Lisa Byers and Rich Hughes are running for the Orcas Island District 2 position. Byers is the direc-tor of OPAL Community Land Trust on Orcas. In November, Hughes was elected to councilman posi-tion 4, Orcas West. He is also the owner of Ray’s Pharmacy in Eastsound.

Lisa ByersWeekly: What do you bring

to the table that is different from the other candidates and why did you decide to run?

LB: My career has been to serve my community through public service. I have successfully managed a complex nonprofit business that develops real estate for affordable housing. I have used a combination of private and public funds to achieve a public purpose, and I have

worked with volunteers as well as paid staff to get the job done. This is similar to the county in many ways.

Much of the county coun-cil’s work relates to adopting regulations related to land use. I have obtained five land-use permits for sub-dividing properties, and overseen projects that required more than 100 building permits. I understand the frustrations of the permitting process, and I have the experience to help make it better.

I have many skills that are the right match for the county council. I have been a frugal manager of budgets – maintaining an organiza-tion with less than 6 percent in administration and fund-raising expenses during good times and bad. I am a creative and thoughtful decision-maker – gathering the information necessary to make investments and take calculated risks that have succeeded time and again. And I am a leader who gets the job done – I have repeat-edly been elected to serve as the chairwoman or president of volunteer organizations.

Weekly: How do you plan to balance the county budget? Do you support renewal of Prop. 1, the voter- approved property tax increase that expires at the end of 2015?

LB: It is too soon to make a determination about the renewal of the Proposition 1 property tax increase that was approved in Nov. 2009 by 57 percent of the voters for

the period from Jan. 2010 – Dec. 2015. The services sup-ported by that tax increase are important. The tax funds a portion of senior services, the fair, county parks, exten-sion programs, public health, the sheriff and the prosecu-tor’s office. However, the tax increase was necessary, in part, because of a loss of rev-enues from other areas. As the economy recovers, it is possible that these revenue streams may also recover. In addition, the county should continue to look at ways to streamline functions and partner with other entities to keep costs down.

Weekly: What is the single most critical issue facing coun-ty residents?

LB: The biggest issue fac-ing many county residents is the viability of the economy and the community. “How do I continue to live here? Will my kids be able to live here? What will happen to my busi-ness? Will I be able to get the services I need to stay here?”

There are many ingredi-ents necessary to tackle this problem. We must diversify and strengthen our local economy. The council needs to work with representatives of all local business sectors to reduce barriers to their suc-cess, and to promote oppor-tunities, such as local co-ops and OPALCO’s efforts to bring broadband to the coun-ty. We need to support busi-nesses by zoning adequately so that they may have space to grow. We must insure that farmers are able to work the land and that producers of all products made in the islands are able to get their goods to market-both locally and on the mainland.

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www.trustislanders.orgNo candidate authorized this ad. It is paid for by Trust Islanders! Top 5 Contributors: R Meyerott, President • Trust Islanders! P.O. 3108, Friday Harbor, WA 98250, [email protected]

Why Trust Islanders! ???Trust Islanders! is a local non-partisan advocacy group that envisions a community based on Trust. We believe that Trust creates an atmosphere in which enthusiasm, inspiration and creativity can prosper.

Trust promotes a healthy, united community in which we are all proud to be members. On April 23, we encourage you to vote for the three County Council candidates who support Community Trust.

• Trusts its fellow Islanders

• Listens to the Local constituency

• Is Transparent to its citizens

• Relies on peer reviewed Science to create Effective Environmental Laws

• Encourages Islanders to Trust and Support each other

• Is Non-Partisan

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• Supports local Business

• Knows that Islanders can and do Protect the Environment

• Trusts Islanders to be an integral part in a balanced ecosystem

Trust Islanders! ENVISIONS a County Council that…

After reviewing all of the candidates written and spoken positions, as they relate to the above vision statement, Trust Island-ers! enthusiastically endorses:

Bob Jarman San Juan Island, District #1 Brian McClerren Lopez/Shaw Island, District #3

Please note: we respect the fact that these candidates are independents and did

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REQUEST FOR CATERING BIDS

OPALCO’s Annual Meeting Saturday, May 4th on the ferry

Healthy lunch: variety of sandwiches, fresh fruit, desserts and beverages

to serve 450 people. Bid to include paper products, setup, service and clean-up

Please submit your bid no later than April 5th to Bev Madan: [email protected] or call 376-3549. Full info at www.opalco.com


OTE YES FOR OUR LOPEZ SCHOOL

SUB-3% INTEREST RATES! Or more than $5 million in borrowing savings vs. the 5.1%

rate we paid for our last construction bond in 1998!

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thurs, march 28

meeting: OPALCO Board of Directors Meeting, 8 a.m., Lopez Fire Hall. All OPALCO members are wel-come to attend. For more information contact Bev Madan at 376-3549.

food: “Evening Meal at The School,” 5:30 - 7 p.m., Multipurpose Room. By donation. Lopez Locavores invite the community to celebrate the end of win-

ter with comfort food: Farmstand Shepherd’s Pie with nettle pesto on the side, oven roasted crispy cabbage, seasonal Lopez greens, chocolate hazelnut shortbread, and Lopez kiwis … all brought to you by Lopez farmers, gardeners, gleaners and foragers.

event: Lopez High School’s Nicaragua Trip presentation, 7 p.m., Lopez Library.

events: Transition/Thriving

Lopez, will be held after the “Evening Meal at the School” in the Multipurpose Room. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. by the Food Security Study Group and Lopez Locavores (donation only). The Transportation Study Group will report on San Juan County’s Proposed 20 year Plan, have hosted talk on the School Bond and have info on joining North Coast Credit Union. Come and invite others interested in a Thriving Lopez. Consider staying for the School’s Nicaragua Trip presentation in the School library starting at 7 p.m.

sat, march 30

hike: Lopez Beach Hike, Lopez Village to Odlin Park.

This is a one way beach hike from the Lopez village beach access stairs, around Flat Pt. then on to Odlin Park. Meet at Odlin Park at noon, where we will be shuttled to the start in the village. For this rather long beach walk, (maybe two hours), bring lunch, water and appropriate clothing. We encourage bringing a small bag for beach cleanup. Sign up with Dale at 468-2090 or Kirm at 468-2474 or just show up at the park ready to go.

music: Acoustic Concert, 7- 9 p.m., Woodmen Hall. Exclusive, Double Bill Concert: Eli West and Cahalen Morrison onstage with the Brittany Haas Trio

from Nashville, Tennessee for an evening of fine acous-tic music combined with close harmony duet singing in a contemporary, old time style.

thurs, april 4

meeting: Tour De Lopez Volunteer Meeting, 4-5:30 p.m., Lopez Library Meeting Room. We need volunteers for the TDL event April 27. Come sign up to help before, during & after the event - free lunch for all vol-unteers! Come join the fun.

sat, april 6

music: Piano by Grisha Krivchenia, 7 p.m., Lopez Center for Community and the Arts. Grisha will play original compositions and works by renowned classi-

cal composers: Beethoven, Chopin, and Philip Glass. The program includes the three movements of Beethoven’s celebrated Moonlight Sonata, Op. 27 no. 2. Admission by donation.

sun, april 7

meeting: “From Financial Health to Biological Health: The problems with OPALCO’S WiFi Broadband Plan,” 7 p.m., Port Stanley School.

sun, april 21

film: “RESONANCE-Beings of Frequency,” 7 p.m., Lopez Library. Just released in 2013, this documentary from the U.K. reveals the harm we are doing by exist-ing in an ocean of man-made wireless technology.

CommunityCalendar

No on School BondOn April 23, Lopez Island

citizens will be asked to approve a $15.5 million bond measure for a major school renovation project. It would be easy to think that this measure will be approved, as school bond measures on Lopez typically do. However, this assumption, in my opin-ion, is misguided.

Parents and staff, who oppose the bond measure, have to do so in anonym-ity out of fear of negative repercussions for them-selves, their children and their jobs. Additionally, community members don’t want to voice their concerns regarding this bond mea-sure out of fear of being branded as unsupportive of the school or made an outcast in the community. Just because we oppose this measure, does not mean that we oppose the school. We believe there are other, more effective, ways of sup-porting the school that do not involve the option that we have been provided.

What kind of community do we live in, where the school is granted so much power and influence over us, that we fear for our per-sonal sanity when we make rational decisions to oppose a measure such as this. The

purpose of Democracy is to allow people to freely speak their mind about these issues without any of these repercussions. However, we somehow find ourselves hesitant towards letting our voices be heard when we believe the issue might affect how we are viewed within the community.

As an alumni of Lopez Island Schools, I will not be voting for this measure. I do not see the necessity nor the economic and social benefits for this $15.5 mil-lion project. I do not see how saving over $750,000 over a period of 30 years or supposed “huge enrollment projections” justify an exces-sively expensive project that is seemingly unnecessary. I urge Lopez citizens to vote “No” on this bond measure, and encourage everyone to take a stand up and make the statement that we will no longer succumb to the overly powerful organiza-tion known as the Lopez Island School District.

teddy mcculloughlopez island

No on School BondMy decision to publicly

oppose the bond election has not been made lightly. I have the deepest respect for those who have expressed

their support; HOWEVER I feel that the school recon-struction bond is NOT financially responsible or necessary. As the tidal wave of federal budget cuts wash over our state and come to the shores of our commu-nity I would urge prudence and wisdom before increas-ing any additional costs to our tax payers at this time.

It is not my intent to oppose education of our children or the true needs of our school. As a mother, I have always felt that the education of our children is paramount, as an educator I have felt that learning is the light that guides communi-ties BUT solutions should be based realistic and sound economic judgment. A com-plete remodel of the build-ing is not sound thinking. Our current economy can-not sustain such a luxury.

Prior to returning to edu-cation I spent several years in the bank industry. I saw and experienced person-ally, the consequences of the enticements and incen-tives of lower interest rates encouraged by the inflated housing market. Families who thought they could afford a bigger and better house have now lost those

homes because the econ-omy did not sustain their decision. I see a similar situation with this bond, let us be prudent NOT exces-sive in our spending on the school.

While those who pro-mote the bond are skill-ful in their well-rehearsed answers and presentations, it is important that we as a community take time to weigh a WANTS list against a NEEDS list. Community members should not feel that by voting NO we love our children LESS or that we value education LESS than those who do support-ing the bond.

During these tedious eco-nomic times, as every family in America is being asked to evaluate their financial deci-sions and spending habits, I would ask that the commu-nity require the same from our local school district. I believe that voting NO on the reconstruction bond would be the wisest deci-sion to make at this time.

georgeana cooklopez island

Support for bondAbout 15 years ago I

was on the library board in Arlington. We tried repeat-edly to pass a bond to build a new library. It never hap-pened. Their library is still the same grossly inadequate tiny building. Why wouldn’t it pass? Maybe people had new SUVs and needed to

make their car payments? I may be bitter on this sub-ject. Libraries mean a lot to me. So do schools.

My husband and I had nine acres in Arlington. We didn’t make much money. We drove beater cars. We voted for every library, school, or fire department or whatever thing that

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showed up in our ballots. The population swelled with people coming from else-where. They didn’t vote for the library.

This is how I feel. We all make lifestyle choices. We may save to take a vacation in winter, or buy a newer car, but we need to prioritize our choices. Essential services like libraries and schools should be right there near the top of the list.

Somebody told me the other day that I had a lot of nerve speaking out in favor

of the school bond, since I don’t own property. Please. I contribute to my landlord’s taxes through my rent. My landlord says if you have a problem with this concept, come talk to him.

I’m at Lopez School more than eight hours a day. I work with kids and I do janitorial also. I’m here to tell you that our school is EXCEPTIONAL. The build-ing is seriously deteriorat-ing, but the students and staff are amazing. Over the last 35 years I’ve worked in many different schools and believe me, I know. It’s not easy to run a quality program with such a small

school population, but that’s what we do here. I’m grate-ful every day that Lopez School took me in and that I can live here.

Spend a day with me at Lopez School. I’ll buy you a school lunch. I will show you all that is broken and needs fixing, and I will also show you our students and staff. You will see amazing in action.

Cheryl harlan lopez Island

Kids deserve yes on School Bond

We have lived on Lopez Island for almost six years

our 70’s, though retired. We came because of the vibrant community already existing here. We were so impressed that first year when the “U.S. World New and Business Report” ranked Lopez Island High School in the top 500 in the nation! It was clear that the public school here was not only a commitment to the future, but also an impor-tant center for our whole community. We’ve loved watching the school popula-tion grow as new families are choosing to raise their children on Lopez Island.

We have attended several meetings where the school

board presented four pos-sible scenarios for dealing with the aging and some-what jerry-built school buildings. While we don’t have kids or grandchil-dren in school here, hav-ing a great school would be enhanced with great facilities. Certainly prop-erty values would reflect an outstanding school, but more importantly, the school is one of the hubs of our great community. We support the bond and con-gratulate the school board for the methodical way they researched and then edu-cated the community as to our options, so that we the people can choose what we see is necessary. Loans are as low as they will ever be, so we need to make the deci-sion now and not postpone until there is no choice and interest is much higher. The recently announced com-petitive Washington state’s “green” energy grant lessen the tax burden, and reflects a Lopez Island value.

We can do this. Our kids deserve it.GeorGe & Kay Keeler

lopez Island

Yes on School BondAs a former student

and graduate from Lopez School; as a parent of chil-dren currently enrolled in Lopez school; as an inter-national clean energy policy professional; and as a Lopez property tax payer, I strong-ly support the Lopez school bond.

The proposed ener-gy and water efficiency improvements in the bond

are extremely important. They will help free up over $750,000 of dollars per in operating expenses over 30 years -- money better invest-ed in hiring great teachers and purchasing educational materials. The improve-ments will make the school a safer and a more com-fortable environment. From a cost saving perspective, energy efficiency measures like those covered in the proposed bond are an excel-lent idea. In our case, in which Lopez has won over $700,000 of grant funds available only if we win the bond, I think voting for the bond is a no-brainer.

Please join me in voting to approve the Lopez School bond.

ChrIs GreaCenlopez Island

School Bond worth every penny

After last week’s com-munity meeting about the Lopez School bond measure coming up in April, I can say without reservation, I’ll be voting YES. What I’ve heard and read from the team of architects and the school board has convinced me that the school-wide renovation, and the budget developed to accomplish it, is a wise investment for me and our entire commu-nity. And with the repairs that are needed, the ener-gy and water conservation upgrades that would be sup-ported by the state, and the current exceptionally low interest rates for bonds,

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now is the time for us to take this important step to be good stewards of an island treasure – our K-12 school.

As I’ve learned more about the proposed bond, I’ve been impressed by our school board’s strategic planning and sensitivity to the needs of our commu-nity’s school now and into the future.

I’m equally impressed by the architecture team the board selected; they’ve designed a renovated school that respects our community values and that will enhance the fine aspects of the entire campus.

Our school’s physical plant needs some signifi-cant mending; right now we have a unique opportunity to make those repairs and at the same time gain some improvements that will enhance the learning envi-ronment. For the median Lopez homeowner, the bond to support the project will raise property taxes about $25 a month; in my view, it’s worth every penny.

IrIs GravIllelopez Island

Letters for ByersI have known Lisa Byers

for many years, observed her ability “to get things done,” and seen her grow to become an outstanding community leader.

She has a strong work ethic, a keen business sense, and excellent mana-gerial skills. From her years of experience, Lisa has an excellent understanding of the diverse issues one faces in a county-govern-ment leadership position. Moreover, she is a leader who listens, can see all sides of issues, and seek balance in addressing them. Lisa is eminently qualified to repre-sent and serve us all.

Vote for Lisa Byers for the county council.

BoB Myhrlopez Island

When I look for qualities in a county council candi-date to represent me I look for three key traits – 1. Are they smart 2. Are they open to hearing all sides of an issue 3. Do their opinions and actions reflect an ability to see the bigger picture.

I believe Lisa Byers has these qualities. Please join me in voting for her for County Council.

Becky sMIthlopez Island

I support county council candidate Lisa Byers for the

Orcas district seat. Lisa has demonstrated her commit-ment to our islands over the past two decades, leading OPAL, the Orcas commu-nity land trust, to a phenom-enal record as a provider of permanently affordable homes for moderate income citizens.

She is a parent who has successfully raised children in our community. We are incredibly fortunate that Lisa is willing to apply her formidable capabilities, honed by education and experience, to addressing the challenges of govern-ing our frequently fractious communities.

I have watched her inter-actions with people, in groups and as individuals, and have observed that she treats others with dignity and has a particular talent for identifying common goals and practical means to reach them. Lisa is an inde-pendent thinker, beholden to no on- or off-island inter-est group. I do not know precisely what positions she will take on the future issues and crises that will confront her as a council member, but I know her actions will be thoughtful, informed and in the best interests of our citizens.

susan DehlenDorfsan Juan Island

I’ve had the opportunity to spend time with Lisa Byers as she campaigns for a seat on the county council, and I’ve been impressed with the way she relates to the peo-ple she encounters. She’s very knowledgeable about the county and its needs, but she’s always eager to learn more from the person she’s talking with. She’s an enthusiastic listener, one who asks intelligent ques-tions, who is always open to the knowledge and experi-ence of others.

If I were on the coun-cil, I’d want someone like Lisa to work with. And as a voting citizen, I see her as someone I hope will be help-

ing to make the important decisions about the future of our county.

louIse DustruDefriday harbor

I have been a middle class resident on Orcas Island for more than 20 years now. Some of you know me from when I worked in the Orcas Senior Center as “That Licensing Lady” (2005-2008). My experience working there as a representative of the San Juan County Auditor and Treasurer gave me some insight into the challenges fac-ing our county government and the public it serves.

We live in a special place. Part of that “specialness,” for me, has been the civil-ity of the public discourse. I hope that continues. Frankly, regarding this election, I see more com-monalities with some of the candidates, rather than dif-ferences. I really like Rick Hughes as a person, and I am a customer of his busi-ness. He is a good guy.

However, what intrigues me about Lisa Byers as a candidate are two things: her work experience and her personal character. I believe that Lisa’s time spent governing or manag-ing a successful nonprofit agency (which interfaces on a regular basis with our federal, state and county government agencies) has given her a unique skill-set that will translate exceed-ingly well to San Juan County governance. Now, couple that with an articu-late personality, sharp mind, straightforward demeanor,

and fair mindedness. What you get is a leader. That is Lisa Byers, a leader.

cathy ferran (aka Mackey & leah’s

MoM)orcas Island

Years ago, I attended a day-long meeting/retreat facilitated by Lisa Byers. I’d known Lisa casually but as this day progressed I became more and more impressed with her ability to bring people together and to allow a good discussion of potentially divisive topics. Since then, I have enjoyed several more opportunities (as a participant) observ-ing Lisa when she has been called upon to lead groups in establishing mutual goals or talking through sticky topics to come to consen-sus. She’s unfailingly able to do this with skill and good humor.

Lisa not only listens well but she also hears what is being said. In my experi-ence, those two traits are not always present at the same time. She is skilled at helping people clarify ideas and goals because she has the ability to put her-self aside and hear what is being said.

Lisa’s skills will allow our county council to go for-ward functioning effectively.

Her intelligence coupled with her ability to hear and understand differing sides to an issue will contribute to wise decisions for our County. I encourage you to join me in voting Lisa Byers for County Commissioner.

coleen o’BrIenorcas Island

Support for Stephens

I am writing in enthu-siastic support of Jamie Stephens election to the San Juan County Council from District 3.

I’ve had the pleasure of

working alongside Jamie Stephens on many projects on Lopez Island, and I’m once again delighted to be working with Jamie as he seeks to serve us all on the newly streamlined county council.

Jamie has distinguished himself both as a volunteer and an elected representa-tive. He is a tireless worker and demonstrates sensitiv-ity to organizational needs as well as creativity in solv-ing problems. He interacts well with his colleagues; he is perceptive, empathetic, articulate, polite, informed,

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and deeply committed to the county and its residents.

Due to the many changes with the council, we need an experienced and proven leader who brings dedica-tion and integrity to the council. This leader is Jamie Stephens.

Without hesitation, I endorse Jamie Stephens. Please give him your most

thoughtful consideration, and join me in voting for Jamie.

Jan SundquiStLopez island

Support for PrattI’m supporting Lovel

Pratt as our county coun-cil representative from San Juan Island. I like her per-sonally, and I’m impressed with her past work on the county council, particularly in these areas:

1. Her support of the

Exchange’s operation of the Orcas Transfer Station;

2. Her work on oil spill issues;

3. Her support of our opposition to the proposed coal export terminal at Cherry Point;

4. Her interest in, and presence at the first ses-sion of, the Consensus process on Orcas around school safety in the wake of the school shootings in Newtown, Connecticut;

5. Her overall accessi-bility and responsiveness. Whenever I have contacted Lovel, she has responded in a timely fashion and addressed the issues of con-cern to me in a thoughtful and satisfying way.

Lovel shares my priorities in supporting strong com-munities, sustainable island economies, and responsible environmental stewardship of our very special islands and the waters that sur-round them. I want to see

our islands remain healthy and beautiful and I have great confidence that Lovel will continue to work to pre-serve them.

I am very glad that Lovel is running for county coun-cil once again.

I encourage everyone to contact Lovel, talk with her, and see what a great per-son and strong candidate she is.

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As a resident of Lopez Island and a volunteer at the Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District we are casting our votes for Lovel Pratt and encourage you to do the same.

On Lopez she was instru-mental in helping us “Take Back The Dump.” During our four appearances before the county council to gain approval of our budget, our operating plan, and our board membership, Lovel continually suggested approaches to solve each problem, always making sure the needs of both Lopez and the county were addressed.

She came over to Lopez to listen to our concerns, to advocate for our issues, and to help find solutions to our problems.

She puts in the time and energy that it takes to understand the issues,

making her a very valuable resource for those priorities identified as important on each island.

Lovel’s soft-spoken, intel-ligent, dedicated energy for doing the homework on important issues, both inside our county and in Olympia, actually gets the heavy lifting done while oth-ers sit by and complain. As others have said of Lovel Pratt, she will do the most good for the most people and the environment.

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Ag Summit – a huge success

A huge thank you to all who made the first San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit a fabulous success.

The 2013 Agricultural Summit was organized by San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee and WSU San Juan County Extension, in collaboration with other organizations and individuals.

Thanks to islanders who facilitated or taught the workshop sessions: Peggy Bill, Dan Borman, Brook Brouwer, Tim Clark, Sara Jones, Elaine Kendall, Learner Limbach, Charlie Behnke, Michele Heller, Christina Orchid, Laurie Parker, Mike Pickett, and Ron Zee. Thanks to speakers who came from afar: Andrew Dykstra (Dykstra Farms, LLC, Skagit Valley), Larry James, (Seattle Biochar), Sarah Wilcox (Cascade Harvest Coalition), Bart Berg and Wendy Tyner (Friends of the Farms, Bainbridge Island), and especially our electrifying keynote speak-er Paul Stamets (Fungi Perfecti).

Thanks to Christina Orchid for a delicious lunch made with locally grown food donated by Blossom Organic Grocery, Jones Family Farms, and Snowberry Farm.

Thank you to people and organizations who donated scholarships to 13 young farmers and interns: Cathy Cavanaugh, Michele Heller, Joel and Margaret Thorsen, and others who chose to remain anonymous. Thank you to the San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild for host-ing the social hour.

Thanks to San Juan Island Grange #966 for hosting the contra dance, the potluck, and the superb film Symphony of the Soil. Thank you to the county council candidates Lisa Byers, Rick Hughes, Bob Jarman, Lovel Pratt, and Jamie Stephens, who gave us their views on agri-culture.

Thank you to represen-tatives of the 12 county agricultural organizations and to the representatives of farm-to-school programs who came together to col-laborate — some for the first time.

We were all there to exchange ideas and to see the way forward for agri-culture in San Juan County. A report outlining summit conclusions and possible next steps will be out soon. In the meantime, thanks to all for making the summit an inspiring and productive event.

Summit organizers Candace Jagel, WSU SJC Extension; Peggy Bill, ARC; Sara Jones, ARC and Jones Family Farms; Michele Heller, Lopez Locavores; and Learner Limbach, Foodmasters.

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By Cali BagbyWeekly editor

The game of golf is a suc-cession of misses that you make up for – you keep hit-ting the ball and eventually catch up. Then you start all over again.

That’s how Golf Coach Richard Tetu sees it.

“I love to teach it,” he said. “It gives lessons in character all the way.”

And you don’t have to be a phenomenal player to get a lot out of joining the team.

Some students in the past have joined the team just to learn the sport and opted out of competing, which

was fine by Tetu. He would rather have students who have fun than students who only focus on the score. But that doesn’t mean the Lopez Lobos haven’t had success on the green.

Last year, four players went to state. The boys’ team also won league and the girls unofficially won league, but because they had too few players they were not official-ly acknowledged. Not only did they play well, but Tetu said they always showed off their sportsmanship.

“As always our students are so well behaved,” Tetu said. “That’s why I call them the gentleman and ladies of golf.”

And to top it off, the boys won the title of State Academic Champions last year for having the highest GPA.

This year, Tetu said there is a lot of potential, which has its pros and cons.

“Only so many students are allowed to go to league, so it’s going to be difficult to take just six girls and boys,”

Tetu said. “I can see some freshman who could qualify easily but they won’t have a spot.”

He added that other teams may have one or two big stars, yet their weaker play-

ers are really weak, whereas Lopez has brand new play-ers that are doing extremely well. Watching older players interact with younger players has made Tetu appreciate the dynamics within the team.

“The new players are not treated like they have to fol-low,” he said. “We are all equal and support each other.”

For more info about Lobo athletics, visit www.lopezis-landschool.org.

Home games in boldDate Location Time Mar. 28 Cedar Park 2 p.m. Apr. 2 Friday Harbor 3 p.m. Apr. 4 Lopez 2 p.m. Apr. 18 Lopez 2 p.m.Apr. 25 LaConner 3 p.m.Apr. 30 Lopez 2 p.m.May 2 Avalon – 1B Tournament TBDMay 9 Oak Harbor–Tri-District TBDMay 10 Oak Harbor–Boys’Tri-District TBDMay 21 State TBD

The lessons and love of the game of golf

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This year’s Lopez Lobos track and field team is a small group of students. Head Coach Matt Willis is not daunted by the task. He describes this year’s lineup of players as dedicated and hard working.

“Watching the athletes improve and encouraging them to believe in themselves” is how Willis describes track and field and how it affects young people.

In the future, he would love to see more participa-tion in the sport – not only to compete, but to learn life lessons.

Last year’s Head Coach Steve Wilbur said track is cyclical on Lopez, going from more than 20 athletes in 2010 and 2011 to fewer than 10 last year, which he chalked up to “graduations, injuries, cold weather and fate.”

Despite having a dwin-dling team there is still plenty of room for develop-

ing individual performance. Willis hopes that by the end of the year the kids will learn self-confidence and how to set goals and work towards meeting them.

This year’s lineup of boys includes seniors Solomon Bill, Derekk Buffum, Jacob Simmering and Josef Blanc-Ridings, juniors Michael Hobi and Erik Jonasson, sopho-mores Rande Gruenwald and Eddie Kramer and freshmen Vinnie Kramer and Harrison Goodrich. Senior Mattie Jordan and sophomore Brianne Swanson make up the girls’ team.

Bill and Swanson went to state last year. Willis hopes more students will have a chance to compete at state this year.

This season marks Willis’ first time stepping into his new role as head coach. He said that he is thankful for the assistance from Lorri Swanson, who works with the sprinters a couple of days per week, and Charlie Washburn, who works with the throwers.

Keep up with the Lobos’ results at www.athletic.net.

Track and field dreams

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Front row from left to right: Marne Cook, Patience Taylor and Samantha Swanson. Next row: Eric Paton, Joey Fowler, Dylan Moore and Adrian Perez. Third row: Brytton Weber, Conor Dye, Jessica Burton, TJ Hobi, Sarah Reeve, Chase Schober, John Nopson and Willow Fields. Back row: Michael Reeve, Jimi Brant, Chris Henninger, Sam Heller.

Home Games in bold

Date Location TimeMar. 28 Mt Vernon Christian 3:15 p.m. Apr. 4 Friday Harbor TBD Apr. 16 Lopez 2 p.m. Apr. 27 Bellevue 10:30 p.m. May 3 Lummi – Championship TBD May 10 Standwood – 1B/2B District TBD May 16 Port Angeles – Tri District TBD May 24-25 Cheney – State TBD

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Left to right: Rande Gruenwald, Mike Hobi, Erik Jonasson, Mattie Jordan, Derekk Buffum, Brianna Swanson, Jacob Simmering, Harrison Goodrich and Vinny Kramer. Not pictured: Eddie Kramer.


We must continue to pro-vide affordable housing, and to support and promote our schools. If young people can find work and housing, they will raise their children here, and we need a diversity of ages to remain a healthy place.

Weekly: What accomplish-ment are you most proud of as director of OPAL?

LB: I am most proud of successfully navigating the current recession. OPAL Community Land Trust pro-vides permanently affordable housing on Orcas. When the

recession hit in 2009, we had completed construction of the first phase (18 homes), of a 32-home neighborhood, but did not yet have all the fund-ing in place for the second phase. We had families ready to purchase most of the 14 homes, and a construction crew of 10 full-time workers who needed the work. I led the board of trustees through a thoughtful, thorough and inclusive process that result-ed in taking on substantial debt in order to finish the project. We kept 10 people employed through the worst part of the recession. We sold all 14 homes. And by the end of 2012 we had funds in hand to pay off the debt.

In addition, late in 2010, the owner of an 1100 square foot house asked if OPAL would move their house, so they would not have to demolish it. The challenge? It had to be moved within two months and we had never moved a building before. We dove in, figured it out, and moved the building. That spawned a new approach to achieving OPAL’s mission. In April, OPAL will move its fifth house.

Weekly: What have you learned during this cam-paign?

LB: I have learned that many people do not know what the council does or what county government does. I have learned that people have

lost trust in the county’s deci-sion-making process. I have learned that there appear to be deep divides about land use, and yet people from all perspectives share a common commitment to care for this place and this community. I have learned that people are looking for strong leadership that is inclusive and respect-ful of their time and ideas.

I have known, but have also gained a deeper under-standing of the wide range of lifestyles lived in the islands. I have heard time and again how much people value that diversity, and do not want to lose it.

On every island I have met creative, dedicated people who want these islands to thrive. I have learned that the answers to our problems will come from listening to and productively engaging coun-ty residents. Time and again we have figured out how to do hard and extraordinary things that serve as models for other communities. I am running for council, because I want to help lead the county to tap into the creativity of our residents and to work togeth-er for long-term solutions.

Rick HughesWeekly: What do you bring

to the table that is different from the other candidates and why did you decide to run?

RH: My roots in these islands go three generations deep. In many ways, who I am and how I see the com-munity is grounded here in this county. Not only have I seen what works and what doesn’t in local government, I understand why it did or did not work. I run a small business in Eastsound, but also one of vital importance to my neighbors. We depend on each other. I know how to efficiently run an orga-nization.

I’m also a concerned citi-zen; I’ve witnessed and been a part of people working together to solve problems such as the countywide drug take-back program. My expe-rience, initiative and judg-ment can effectively make a difference.

As a current county coun-

cil member I have been fair, honest and transparent, I’ve worked for better commu-nications and interactions between county employees (I have been actively trying to meet each and every one of them) and their fellow citi-zens of the county. And I’ve worked to have county gov-ernment be more responsive to the public.

Weekly: How do you plan to balance the county budget? Do you support renewal of Prop. 1, the voter-approved property tax increase that expires at the end of 2015?

RH: As a current member of the council, I am trying to insure we continue on the fiscal progress we’ve seen for 2012 and begun in 2013. I will continue to look closely at costs, but just as closely, I will continue to evaluate opportu-nities, because one reason-able opportunity lost could mean several jobs to our community and correspond-ing revenues to the county. I can make the hard choices. In my career I’ve made some very difficult decisions based on economic conditions. But I know that smart people working together can create conditions ripe for economic growth by encouraging new ideas, development of new companies and an influx of existing ones.

In general, I am not in favor of any supplemental taxation unless other ave-nues have been explored and applied. Regarding Prop.1: This is a hypothecated tax where the proceeds can only be used for eleven specific purposes. A thorough evalu-ation of those 11 programs must be conducted showing current status and projected status with this tax continu-ing, with it expiring or with a new program in place that falls somewhere below the current $0.12 per $1,000 of assessed value.

Weekly: What is the single most critical issue facing coun-ty residents?

RH: There are several critical issues, many of which are interdependent. However, the single most critical issue is economic development, or in a single word, jobs. The recession that began in 2007

has shown that an economy like ours, based primarily on tourism, construction and real estate is hit hard with any prolonged economic downturn and it takes that much longer to recover.

We need local jobs that people can live on; jobs for farmers, jobs for carpen-ters and tradesmen, jobs for skilled professionals and retailers and entrepre-neurs. We need to ensure that our limited finances remain here in the coun-ty. In essence, we need a multi-dimensional economic system that can provide a framework from which we can sustain our traditional industries of tourism, con-struction and real estate. I see my role as council mem-ber to help redesign county government with a custom-er service focus that assists local businesses thrive by making it easy to work with agencies and by construct-ing clear regulations where needed.

Weekly: What have you been able to accomplish in your short time on the council?

RH: I feel that we have been working very hard over the last few months to maintain county govern-ment in an interesting tran-sitional period. The council has successfully implement-ed CRC Prop. 2 and 3, we have set the groundwork for a timely hiring process for the new county manager and executed a successful Community Conversation dialog on San Juan, Orcas, Lopez and Shaw. We have worked hard to provide

representation to all county boards, established a docket for much needed updates to he Comprehensive plan for the Economic Development and Transportation elements, began a process to evaluate and simplify county code, process and fee structure.

Personally, I have made an attempt to meet with as many departments and staff-ers as possible, so I can bet-ter understand the needs of staff and how each aspect of county government works first hand.

Weekly: What have you learned throughout this eight-month campaign process?

RH: The eight-month-plus campaign process has afforded me the opportunity to meet amazing people, see each of the other islands from a different perspective and to better appreciate two sides of an issue.

Throughout this process, I’ve seen the divisions within the county, yet I’m hopeful. I’ve heard the angry words, yet I’m hopeful, I’ve seen families struggling to get by, and even then I’m hope-ful. Because this long, long campaign season has shown me time and again the spirit of neighbor helping neigh-bor, of our county’s remark-able sense of belonging and sense of family. And from this sense neighbors and belonging, we can close the divisions, soften the words and ease the struggle.

Am I looking forward to the campaign to end? Indeed I am. Because I’m looking forward to hard work just beginning.

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OPALCO Board NomineesOPALCO’s Committee on Nominations has named the following candidates for two Board of Director position openings in OPALCO’s Dis-trict 3 (serving Lopez, Decatur, Center and Charles Islands): Michael Karp, Jim Lett and Bob Myhr; and the following candidate for one position opening in OPALCO’s District 4 (serv-ing Shaw, Bell, Canoe and Crane Islands): John Bogert. In addition, the following candidates were nominated by petition for the two posi-tion openings in District 3: Jerrold R. Gonce and L. Dwight Lewis. All members will vote for positions in all districts at the annual meeting May 4, 2013, or by absentee ballot. For more information, contact Bev Madan at 376-3549.

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Knowledge Share presents “Sharpening 101 With Edgemaker” with Gregg Blomberg on March 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kestrel Tool workshop.

We all use edged tools, so why is it that we know so little about how sharpen and maintain them? At the upcoming class you have a chance to sharpen your wits and hone your skills with long-time edgemaker, teacher and Northwest Coast style carver, Gregg Blomberg, Kestrel Tools. A knife- and toolmaker for

decades, Blomberg will give a few lucky students a chance to learn how to get more out of those everyday tools.

Blomberg will explain the differences between sharpening such different tools as knives, chisels, scissors, axes and more and how to choose good cutting tools from all inferior quality ones that flood the market these days.

Students will learn how one knows when a tool is truly sharp. He will also discuss steels, stainless as well as other high tech steels, the heat treatment of

steels and other factors that make a good edged tool and who knows, he may even get to the meaning of life.

There is an old Haida proverb that states that “The world is as sharp as the blade of a knife.” Come learn how to bring an edge out on yours from a man who’s been living on the edge, cutting, adzing and carving for much of his life.

Space is limited. To register, call Charlie Prince at 468-2274.

Bring a couple of tools to sharpen and a lunch. Suggested donation is $5.

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Musical excellence is on its way to Woodmen Hall, in the shape of five young bluegrass musicians. When fiddler Brittany Haas, shown right, guitarist Jordan Tice, and bassist Paul Kowert join their talents with Cahalen Morrison and Eli West on March 30, 7- 9 p.m., the results will be memorable.

California-born Brittany Haas is a fiddlin’ prodigy, who began touring with Darol Anger’s Republic of Strings at 14, and released her first solo album at 17. While at Princeton University, she joined seminal chamber-grass band Crooked Still. She has toured with them since, continuing to join other bands onstage, includ-ing on Letterman and SNL. Currently in Nashville, she

co-leads the Brittany Haas/Dan Trueman Band who released their debut record “CrissCross” in 2011.

Hailing from Annapolis, Jordan Tice is an innovative flatpicker and composer. He played with various Maryland bluegrass bands, then stud-

ied music composition at Towson University. Jordan debuted his first recording at the age of 17, since releasing two more, to rave reviews. He has graced the cover of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine and, in 2012, played the music Steve Martin commis-sioned for New York City’s “Shakespeare in the Park” series. He currently leads the Jordan Tice Trio in Brooklyn, featuring Paul Kowert on bass and Simon Chrisman on hammered dulcimer.

Paul Kowert grew up in Madison, Wis. A gradu-ate of The Curtis Institute of Music and one of the most original bassists play-ing today, Paul has made two albums with The Punch Brothers, recorded music for The Hunger Games sound-

track, and appeared on Leno, Letterman, A Prairie Home Companion, and Austin City Limits.

Eli West, from Olympia, took up guitar in middle school, then kept learning new instruments. His musical influences include Norman Blake, Tim O’Brien, Tony Rice, and Bill Frisell. Eli stud-ied graphic arts and design at Whitworth, but now he’s half of the duo Cahalen and Eli.

Cahalen Morrison, the other half, grew up in New Mexico, attending the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. After tour-ing solo for three years, he moved to Spokane where he met Eli. Cahalen’s influences also include Tim O’Brien.

Eli recently joined his old teacher John Reischman

onstage on Lopez, and fol-lowing this next concert, Cahalen and Eli depart for a tour of Ireland and Scotland.

Lopez is privileged to host an exclusive performance of all five of these talents together at Woodmen Hall.


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Pianist Grisha Krivchenia, from San Juan Island, will per-form at 7 p.m., at the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts on Saturday, April 6.

Grisha is a professional composer and seasoned performer who plays throughout the Northwest. His works have been performed by the Cleveland Chamber Symphony, Arraymusic (Toronto), the Blue Rose Trio (Los Angeles), and other profes-sional ensembles.

Grisha completed his studies at Oberlin Conservatory. In

2007, he moved to Friday Harbor to inaugurate the music program at Spring Street International School. He is pas-sionate about making great works of music accessible to diverse audiences. Grisha will play original compositions and works by renowned classical composers: Beethoven, Chopin, and Philip Glass. The program includes the three movements of Beethoven’s celebrated Moonlight Sonata, Op. 27 no. 2.

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Lopez Community Land Trust has invited Judy Feldman, shown right, as its guest speaker at its Spring Celebration and annual meeting. Feldman is the executive director of the Greenbank Farm Management Group, a nonprof-it that manages 151 acres of publicly owned land on Whidbey Island and operates an Organic Farm School for those interested in triple-bottom-line farming. Greenbank Farm is a innova-tive collaboration of the Port District, local conservation groups, small busi-nesses, and farm incubation.

Lopez Community Land Trust rec-ognizes that the average age of a farm-er in San Juan County is 61.7 years old, which means Lopez needs new farmers. Greenbank Farm is Whidbey Island’s approach to gaining new farm-

ers through its organic Farm School, the Organic Seed Project and the farming incubator program. The farm is a simple, small-scale organic farm growing a wide diversity of row crops intermixed with cover crops and pasture. The produce from the farm goes to their Community Support Agriculture shareholders, the

Coupeville farmers market, local food banks, retail outlets including the Star Store and the Goose Community Grocer and restaurants like the Whidbey Pie Café. Through managing these differ-ent markets, the Organic Farm School students learn about different business models as they plan their future farms.

Prior to Greenbank Farm, Feldman has managed nonprofits dealing with environmental, agricultural, and social issues, with an interest in understand-ing “the food system.” She recognizes the importance of teamwork and com-munication.

Feldman will be speaking at 6 p.m. at the Community Center, March 30, culminating the Spring Celebration of plant start sales, children’s activities and a potluck.

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Each fall the Lopez Artist Guild sponsors a $1,000 grant for members. Grant monies can be for equipment, training, or materials to assist artistic growth.

This year they divided the grant monies to support Brenna Jael Nies, a multimedia artist, for book binding equipment; Janet Yang a jewelry, textile and multimedia artist, to attend an India Flint workshop; and Sara Waugh a mixed media and painting artist, for materials to help learn new painting techniques. The next application for Lopez Artist Guild grants will be in October.

The Lopez Artist Guild is also proud to sponsor the Shirley Wright schol-arship for graduating Lopez Seniors planning to attend an accredited art program. The deadline for applying is May 15. More information about the Lopez Artist Guild Grant and Scholarship can be found on their website at www.lopezartistguild.org.

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Brenna Nies working in her studio.


This very popular non-competitive bicycle tour of Lopez Island is brought to you by the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce and has become the kick-

off event for cycling in the beautiful San Juan Islands. Whether you come for a day or make it a weekend event, there is free parking in the upper lot at the Anacortes Ferry Terminal, Thurs.-Sun., courtesy of Washington State Ferries and Diamond Parking. WSF also offers an extra unscheduled sailing from Anacortes to Lopez at 7:35 a.m. on Saturday to accommodate riders coming for a day trip.

There are four routes (5, 12, 17 and 31 miles) that begin from the ferry land-ing or Lopez Village and are marked with “unique” recycled bikes. Some rid-

ers return every year just for Holly B’s Bakery treats that are provided, as well as organic fruit from Blossom Grocery at the three desig-nated rest areas.

All routes end in the Village at the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts for a three-course barbe-cue lunch provided by the Galley Restaurant. Cyclists and locals alike enjoy a great lunch and beer garden while listening to the music of the Lucky Dawgs from 12-3 p.m. On-site massage is available for those who want to relax a little after the ride!

Registration is limited to 900 riders and has sold out the past several years. Register now if you want to be part of this fun event – online with Active.com or thru the Chamber website www.lopezisland.com. Fees are $45 for adults, $25 for kids 12 and under, $115 for families (two adults, two kids) and $15 for lunch only. Commemorative posters and T-shirts will be available for sale as well.

This is a fundraising event for the Chamber of Commerce and funds are used for operation and main-tenance of the public rest-rooms and shower in Village Park.

A big thank you to the generous sponsors and the great team of volunteers: Lopez IslandCommerce, the Galley, Lopez Village market and Lopez Islander Marina Resort.

Supporting sponsors are Blossom Grocery, Bargreen’s Coffee/Lopez Lodge, Holly B’s Bakery, Islanders Bank TechnoSense Consulting, PeaceHealth, North Cascade Cardiology, Bay Café and Spencer’s Landing Marina.

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Nation’s newest national monument? The San JuansBy Steve WehrlyJournal reporter

Second Congressional District Rep. Rick Larsen (D-Everett), U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell and the White House announced March 21 that more than 1,000 acres on dozens of the San Juan islands will be des-ignated as National Conservation Lands by President Barack Obama on Monday, March 25.

Larsen, lauded the efforts of San Juan County residents to convince the President to protect the land on San Juan, Lopez,

Orcas and dozens of smaller islands - includ-ing lighthouses on Patos Island, Stuart Island and San Juan Island. “The President heard our message loud and clear,” said Larsen.

Sally and Tom Reeve of Lopez Island and a dozen other islanders formed and led a citizen action group to promote the project, and several of them accompa-nied San Juan County Councilman Jamie Stevens to Washington, DC, to advance the cause.

Cantwell and Larsen had previously

introduced legislation in both houses of Congress to designate the lands of land scattered through the San Juans as a National Conservation Area, but the bill stalled in Congress, leading them to ask President Obama to declare the lands a National Monument by executive order under the Antiquities Act. Both strategies were supported by Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar.

The designation as National Conservation Lands under the Antiquities Act of 1906 means that the lands join 103 other parcels of public land as National Monuments. Although there are millions of acres of National Conservation Lands, National Monument status is “much more signifi-

cant,” according to Meghan Kissell of the Conservation Lands Foundation.

Other conserved land designated by for-mer presidents as National Monuments include the iconic Devil’s Tower in Wyoming, the first National Monument designated in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt and known to a generation of Americans as the extraterrestrial landing site in Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

Other monuments include the Mt. St. Helens National Monument, designated by President Reagan in 1982, the Little Bighorn Battlefield, designated by President Franklin Roosevelt in 1940, and the Giant Sequoia National Monument, designated in 2000 by President Clinton.

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Always a Place for You! CTK gathers at 10 a.m. in the

school multi-purpose room at 86 School Road. Come

as you are! More info at ctkonline.com/lopez. Email:

[email protected] Phone: 888-421- 4CTK ext. 819.

graCe episCopal ChurCh, welcomes

you to worship with us on Sundays at 10:00

a.m. Fisherman Bay Road at Sunset Lane.

468-3477. Everyone welcome!

lopez island Community ChurCh, 91 Lopez

Road. Sunday School: pre-school through adult 9:30 a.m.;

Worship at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Jeff Smith 468-3877.

lutheran ChurCh in the san juans, Sundays

at 9:00 a.m. in Center Church on Davis Bay Road. Also in

Friday Harbor at 11:00 a.m. in St. David’s and in Eastsound at

1:15 p.m. in Emmanual. Pastor Anne Hall, 468-3025.

QuaKer Worship group Meetings will be Sundays

at 10 a.m. at the home of Ron Metcalf, 6363 Fisherman

Bay Road. Children’s program. Everyone welcome. Phone

468-2129. Email: [email protected]

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OAK HARBOR 2 CEMETERY PLOTS side by side for sale. Maple Leaf Cemetery in Oak Harbor. Located along the road, a short distance South of the cannons. Grave plots #10 and #11. Nicely maintained grounds and friendly, helpful staff. $900 each. Call 425- 745-2419.

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DISMANTLING POT- TERY STUDIO. Skutt electric kiln, largest size, $2,000. Brent electric wheel, used six times, $900. Standard slab roll- er, almost new $650. Georgies - Seattle pot- tery clay, 25 pound bags. And lots of small stuff. Call (206)842-1137

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Dogs

AKC POODLE puppies, brown standard. Healthy, happy, outgoing and playful. First shots and wormed. Males and females available. Have good hips, elbows and eyes. $1200 each. We also have a beautiful black 2 year old female. Call Roberta: 360-443- 2447 or [email protected]

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OUR BEAUTIFUL AKC English Cream Golden Retriever puppies are ready to go to their new homes. They have been raised around young children and are well so- cialized. Both parents have excellent health, and the puppies have had their first wellness vet check-ups and shots. Both parents are full English Cream Golden. $1800 each. For more pictures and information about the puppies and our home/ kennel please visit us at: www.moun- tainspringskennel.wee- bly.com or call Verity at 360-520-9196STANDARD POODLE

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23’ BAYLINER Trophy, 1987. Fiberglass hull, cabin sleeps 2-3. 1987 Yamaha V-6 2 cycle, 200hp outboard motor, mounted on transom. Comes with 1994 dual axle, galvanized Shore- Land’r trailer. Last ser- viced on 3/8/13 and it’s ready to hit the waves. Motivated seller. A bar- gain at $11,500 OBO! Includes many extras. 360-579-1371

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2008 MAZDA 3 hatch- back, 5spd, 43,000 miles, bright red. Fully auto, sunroof, tinted win- dows, great tread on tires. Maintained regularly and in great condition. Clean interior. $13,000. Freeland, Whidbey Is- land. (360)421-0670, (425)750-3087

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1989 CONQUEST/ STARION, 5 speed, PS, PB, ABS. Silver on Black Leather. New rims, tires, brakes, 3” MAF Sensor. Spotless! $6999 OBO. Located on Whidbey Island. (360)678-8871

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2005 NISSAN 350 Z Roadster Convertible. Super clean, excellent physical and mechanical condition, leather interi- or, Triptronic transmis- sion. $17,500. Call 360- 929-9046 Whidbey Is- land

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25’ ARCTIC FOX, 2008. Used only once. Fully loaded, brand new inside! Sleeps 5 com- fortably. Has a Tip-Out, AM/FM/CD Stereo, full bath, new gas range and microwave, large refrig- erator and lots of stor- age. Originally: $27,000. Asking $19,000. 360-678-5556 Oak Harbor, Whidbey Is- land

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2006 SUZUKI Boulevard with less than 1600 miles. Almost brand new, super clean, parked in garage, engine ran at least once a week. Asking $5000. You can’t pass on a deal like this! Spring is around the corner. Will throw in some free gear. (360)720-9264 Whidbey Island

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10th year Saturday April 27th

Volunteers WantedCome to a Meeting

Thursday April 4th

4-5:30pm Library Meeting Rm

We have lots of ways you can help be a part of this fun event - before, during

and after!!Volunteers get a free lunch too!

PLEASE COME – WE NEED YOU

Call with questions Becky(2345) or Chamber Office(4664)

10th yearSaturday April 27th

By Ande FinleyLIHS trustee

Were you on Lopez in the 1970s? Do you have photos of that very interesting time?

The Historical Society has excellent records of people who were here prior to 1930, but a scant selection from more recent years. To cele-brate the museum’s 40th anni-

versary, the museum’s staff and volunteers are looking for photos of Lopez residents and places from that era. We plan to feature the images in this year’s Family Album display.

“You don’t have to donate your originals,” says Museum Director Mark Thompson-Klein. “Just bring in your pic-tures to be scanned. We can

usually do it while you wait. And when you’re here, please take a moment to tell us your story.”

Each of us has a tale to tell about how and why we came to live in this unique and irresistible place. As part of the year-long celebration, the museum invites everyone to take his or her place in Lopez history. Whether you are a full- or part-time resident or have family ties to the island, please call or come by the museum to share your pho-tos and stories.

Later in the summer, we’ll be constructing a 40th Anniversary History Timeline. We hope you’ll join us.

Lopez Historical Society wants your photos


OTE YES FOR OUR LOPEZ SCHOOL✓$750,000 IN ENERGY SAVINGS!

Assisted by our energy grant, conservation upgrades will direct at least $25,000

a year away from OPALCO and back into the classroom!

360-468-2474

Contributed photo

Lopez Island Historical Museum construction commenced in 1973. Some of the museum’s founders celebrate setting the cor-nerstone. From left: Gertrude Boede, Lawrence Coffelt, Clarice Gaddis, Ellis Weeks, Mabel & Harvey Troxell, Lincoln Weeks and Esther Borg.

Building leadership skills

Cohort IX of Leadership San Juan Islands was immersed in learning spe-cifics of local governance on Feb. 8. This was ses-sion two of the five-month program. Initial class check-ins, breakfast and teaching related to coursework took place at the Friday Harbor Firehall. A quick walk to the Town Council Chambers led to a brief introduction

to Robert’s Rules of Order with Jim Hooper. Members of the cohort then took their assigned positions and played out roles associated with the town council pro-cess and citizen participa-tion. This exercise was led by Steve Hushebeck, with support from Town Clerk Amy Taylor. Mayor Carrie Lacher (Alumni III) wrapped up the morning session by

clarifying the mayor’s role in our county’s only incor-porated municipality.

The working lunch included a presentation by Marilyn O’Conner (Alumni I) on the role of ports in San Juan County. This was followed by Duncan Wilson, Town Administrator, who shared Friday Harbor’s history and visions for the future. The early after-noon sessions were divided between Judge Don Eaton in the superior courtroom, and Sheriff Rob Nou in the district courtroom. Moving into the county council chambers for the later after-noon, Council Chairman Jamie Stephens briefly explained the structure of San Juan County govern-ment and talked about the changing role of the county council. Linda Lyshall pre-sented material on state and local policies including examples from the Growth Management Act and the Critical Areas Ordinance. Kit Rawson followed with a presentation on the his-tory of tribal and state rela-tions in regards to natural resources and his experi-ences as a marine manager for the Tulalip Tribe.

For more information, visit www.lsji.org.Reservations: 360-468-3700 or [email protected]

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LOPEZ ISLAND

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Sunday, March 31st , 11am to 4pmEASTER BRUNCH SPECIALS

Special brunch items in addition to our regular lunch menu

Friday, April 12th , 6pmWINE MAKER’S DINNER

FEATURING BRIAN CARTER CELLARS6 course menu with local island products 7 different wines

from Brian Carter Cellars $85 per guest

FACT: Cost of Lopez bond is $15.5 million, plus at least $3.9 million interest.

• The 2012 Lopez school tax rate was $93/100,000 of assessed value.

• The 2013 Lopez school tax rate is $107/100,000 of assessed value.

• Bond cost per LISD info packet will raise tax by $68/100,000, and

For at least the next 20 years, you will pay $175/100,000

An increase of at least 64% for school taxes Will this increase in school spending

make our kids better educated?Paid for by Lopez School Facts Committee, 856 Shark Reef Road, Lopez, WA. 98261, [email protected]

Jim Hooper photo

The LSJI Governance Challenge Day “Mock Town Council.” Pictured from Left to Right: Lucas Limbach, Kai Sanborn, Cathy Kromer, Russell Guerry, Katie Fleming, Armando Nunes, Sam

Leigh. Kim Secunda was also on the panel.

Sun, Mar. 31st2 p.m. sharp Odlin Park

For kids up to 5th grade

islands' weekly, march 26, 2013

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