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Megan Managan/Staff Photo One of the many chickens in the backyard of the Steffen house looks for more cracked corn on Thursday, May 30. The chickens produce up to a dozen eggs a day, sold to Mercer Islanders.

Meet the producers

By Reporter Staff Community members are

encouraged to take part in the final design process for the Sound Transit East Link light rail sta-tion at North Mercer Way and 80th Avenue S.E. The station is part of the project that will extend light rail service from Seattle to Mercer Island, Bellevue, Overlake and Redmond.

Sound Transit is holding an open house between 5 and 7 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, June 6, at the Mercer Island Community and

Event Center. Sound Transit offi-cials will make a brief presentation at 5:30 p.m. and will be available to answer questions. Participants can speak with representatives or leave written comments.

The East Link station serving Mercer Island will be located in the center roadway of I-90. East Link riders will enter the station at 77th Avenue Southeast and 80th Avenue Southeast, in close prox-imity to the Mercer Island Park-and-Ride lot. The station, Sound Transit officials said, “is being designed to advance the City of Mercer Island’s goals of promot-ing mixed-use development in its Town Center. “

At the open house, Sound Transit will also discuss the pro-cess to establish a permanent sta-

tion name.Construction on the East Link

project is to begin in 2015, with work on I-90 starting approxi-mately one year later. Under a partnership between the state and Sound Transit, new 24-hour HOV lanes in both directions across Lake Washington on I-90 will be completed before the center road-way is closed for light rail con-struction.

Light rail station open house June 6

By Megan [email protected]

If you need the freshest eggs possible, this is the place to go.

At the Steffen house, on the corner of 86th Avenue S.E. and S.E. 46th Street, just across the street from the Mercer Island School District office, Islanders have probably seen the little blue sign announcing fresh eggs since earlier this spring. Those eggs come courtesy of the chickens roaming around the backyard of Windie Steffen’s house.

The urban farmer gets up to a dozen eggs a day from the chick-ens that have free reign of the yard, separated into groups by age.

Eggs are ‘backyard fresh’

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Farmers market begins this sunday

The Mercer Island Farmers Market will begin this Sunday, June 9, for the summer.

The market runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays through October.

Chamber lunch Thursday, June 6

The June membership luncheon for the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce is set for noon, June 6, at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.

Legislators Judy Clibborn, Steve Litzow and Marcie Maxwell will speak and answer questions. Reservations re-quired. Please call 232-3404.

MIHs class of 2013 graduates June 6

Commencement ceremonies for the Mercer Island High School class of 2013 will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, at Key Arena in Seattle.

For information and tickets, go to the MISD website at www.mercerislandschools.org.

Definitive Dance studio recital

Definitive Dance Studio will hold its 10th annual Dance Recital with two performances at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., Saturday, June 15 at Mercer Island High School Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are $15 for adults in advance or $20 at the door. For information, call 275-3993 .

Library renovation meeting is June 13

A meeting will be held at the Mercer Island library at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 to discuss the plans to renovate the building.

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Fran Call is 2013 Citizen of the Year

Islander Fran Call was named Mercer Island Citizen of the Year on Monday evening at the Mer-cer Island City Council meeting.

Call, a former Mercer Island School District teacher has been an advocate for physical fitness for all ages. She has led cross-country bike trips for students and hikes for seniors. For more, go to www.mi-reporter.com.

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“Now that we’re in the final design process, com-munity members on Mercer Island and along the entire East Link alignment have a chance to help shape station designs,” said Sound Transit spokesman Geoff Patrick. station designs,” said Sound Transit spokesman Geoff Patrick.

East Link is designed to give Island residents fast and reliable access to des-tinations along a regional light rail system stretching approximately 50 miles. Islanders will reach down-town Seattle or down-town Bellevue in approxi-mately 12 minutes and the University of Washington in 20 minutes.

As the region’s popula-tion continues to grow, East Link will provide expanded

transportation capacity to the I-90 corridor. Increases in the length and frequency of trains over time offer the capacity to carry from 9,000 to 12,000 people per hour in each direction,.

By 2030, East Link is pro-jected to carry about 50,000 riders each weekday.

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Contributed by Sound Transit Above is an artist’s rendering of what a portal to the East Link light rail station at Mercer Island at 80th Avenue S.E. and I-90 might look like. The design for the rail station, which will be at freeway level, is still under review. Below is a view of the station facing southwest across I-90 toward First Hill. An open house on the project will take place between 5 and 7 p.m., Thursday , June 6, at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.

By Jerry [email protected]

Washington’s lawmak-ers and new governor are locked in an almost per-

fect stasis thus far in this not-so-special session and appear capable of remain-ing in this state for a few days longer.

The most overt signs of

movement surround an effort to deal with people who are getting arrested repeatedly for drunken driving, of late nabbed at the scene of a tragedy they’ve caused.

There is momentum among Democratic and Republican lawmakers from big cities and small to throw the book at these offenders to get them off the road before they lay waste to innocent lives — if they have not already.

Bills motoring through the law-and-order com-mittees in the House and Senate require these repeat law breakers to serve lon-ger jail sentences, install ignition interlock devic-es in their cars, undergo

treatment for alcohol abuse and potentially wear elec-tronic monitors to alert cops when they imbibe booze of any proof.

But getting Washington residents out of harm’s way in this manner won’t be financially cheap or politi-cally easy.

No one knows what it will cost cities, counties and the state to do every-thing prescribed in the 80-plus page bills, though the collective presumption is it will be in the millions.

Make that tens of mil-lions should, as some law-makers want, Washington follow the suggestion of the National Transportation

Costs could affect how tough new state DUI laws would get

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By the numbers Sound Transit’s East

Link light rail will be:• Length: 14 miles• Budget: $2.8 billionThe trains will serve:

Seattle, Mercer Island, Bellevue, Bel-Red and Overlake in Redmond.

• Status: Final Design • Start of Service: 2023Sound Transit’s next

project is the I-90 Two-Way Transit.

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Safety Board and lower the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration to .05 percent from the cur-rent .08. Doing that would lead to more drunken drivers behind bars and send criminal justice costs soaring.

The forces of ‘Can we afford it?’ are going to col-lide with those of ‘How can we not?’ before this session concludes, and the collision could derail the endeavor.

Democrats are willing to pay with new or higher taxes — preferably on beer rather than cover the cost by cutting other programs. Republicans are unwilling thus far to embrace the same approach, prefer-ring instead to inject the matter of funding into the slow-motion negotiations on a new state budget.

Meanwhile, Democrats just might try to guilt Republicans into sup-porting a stream of new tax revenue to pay for the crackdown they desire.

Ever since voters ended Washington’s monop-oly on the hard liquor industry, lawmakers have binged in a bipartisan fashion to make alcohol available wherever food and fun can be found.

Last week, Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee signed new laws making it easier to offer samples or sell beer, wine and distilled spirits in a theater, at a farmers market and while shop-ping for groceries. One bill that almost reached his desk would have offered glasses of wine to those getting a manicure, pedicure or facial at a day spa.

“We have a complete disconnect,” Sen. Jeannie Darneille, D-Tacoma, said before voting to pass the impaired driving bill in last week’s Senate Law and Justice Committee meet-ing.

“We have had a steady drumbeat during this leg-islative session and the previous two legislative

sessions of having more and more and more and more access to alcohol in our society,” she said. “We are at the root of the cause.”

Eyes opened wide at her comments, which in this not-so-special session amounted to major move-ment.

Senate Bill 5023 basics

Alcohol abuse on college campuses is a problem of state and national significance, leading to increased risk of death, injury and sexual assault.

Calling for attention to alcohol abuse on col-lege campuses, Senate Bill 5023 seeks to amend a bill passed last year to enhance the DUI courts statewide. The amend-ment calls for courts to be established on and for college campuses.

Students can earn college credit at Agribusiness Week

By Reporter StaffThis summer, the

Washington Farm Bureau is offering a new option for high school students to learn about the business of agriculture. A week-long class, called ‘Agribusiness Week,’ gives students from across Washington and the Northwest the opportunity to learn what it takes to operate a vertically integrated corpo-rate farm, feed the world and

still make a profit. Modeled on the ‘Business Week’ pro-gram started in 1976 by the Association of Washington Business, Agribusiness Week is the fourth pathway introduced in recent years, joining Healthcare Week, Manufacturing Week and Energy Week. The goals are to encourage the pursuit of agricultural careers, educa-tion and show students the important role of business in every industry regardless of career choice.

Agribusiness Week will run at Central Washington

University, July 21-27. Students live on campus and form company teams led by an agricultural professional called a company adviser. Teams will compete in agri-cultural-related activities and scenarios designed to teach students about the food sup-ply chain, technology, global competition, water manage-ment and more. Students can earn two optional college credits.

To learn more about taking part in the Agribusiness Week program, go to www.wbw.org or call (253) 815-6900.

Islander Middle School sixth-grade students have been researching and building solar ovens this spring. The students have been waiting for weeks for the sun to come out to test their ovens. On Monday, June 3, as the skies cleared, it looked as if space debris was lit-tering the IMS campus as the ovens were set up. The sun warmed the test site to complete the tests, and one oven got up to 200 degrees. At left, Islander student Leif Gullstad makes the final adjustments on his oven. Photos by Melissa Milburn.

EYE ON MI | SOlaR OvenS at IMS

How do you feel about the state’s response to the I-5 bridge collapse?

ISLAND TALK

“It was a prompt response.”

Alice GodfredOwner, OCA

Mercer Island

“I thought they responded quite well, pledging to use U.S.-made products.”

June MilliArdSr. Partner, Maritime Recruits

Mercer Island

“I think it could have been preventable. We don’t have all the details.”

KAsy schlicKContractor

Mercer Island

“We came back over Memorial Day weekend, on the detour, and we were pleased.”

JAcqui WinnSkin care, nutrition consultant

Mercer Island

“Seems like it’s been good.”

richArd WeinMAnAttorney

Mercer Island

Online pollSound Transit is in the

final design phase for the East Link light rail, which will include a station on Mercer Island. The project is projected to be finished in 2023.

We want to know what you think.

Do you think you’ll use light rail?

Vote now online at www.mi-reporter.com and look for the results in next week’s paper.

Online poll: Are you concerned about bridges in the area?• 59.38% said no.• 41% said yes.OPINIONOPINION

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I n a recent issue of venerable publication that is the New Yorker magazine, there is a tiny slice of Mercer Island life. At the end of a long story about the ‘new’

type of burlesque shows, there is a small paragraph at the bottom right-hand corner entitled, “Constabulary Notes From All Over.” Erudite readers know and cherish this tiny, occasional feature that dips into the more ‘telling’ police reports published in newspapers around the country. This particular piece quotes a police report printed in the Mercer Island Reporter in October of 2011.

The paragraph in the May 13 issue gives the reader a shorthand version of an accident on Island Crest Way at 46th Street prior to the construction of the controversial ‘road diet.’ A young woman driving southbound left 70 feet

of skid marks before hitting the last vehicle in a line of cars waiting to turn onto S.E. 46 Street. It goes on to relate that the driver was holding a Starbucks cup that spilled onto her lap.

It is easy to picture the sequence of events: other possible distractions, sheer

terror, tears and regret — and the outcome. The teenager received a ticket for negligent driving.

Yet, she is not alone. Beyond 18-year-olds, drivers of all ages are at fault and not just those juggling Starbucks cups, but texters and talkers of all ages. It is safe to say, we have all been there — and most of us have been lucky. As regional police end their special enforcement to discour-age distracted driving this past week, we can just hope that it will have made a difference. Yet, when we look at the growing number of new screens and devices appearing in new cars, it seems clear that a whole new set of distrac-tions are placed in front of the driver. Many are useful, such as hands-free phones or screens that show maps. New data shows that even talking on the phone hands-free is also a dangerous task. We need to go beyond ‘hang up and drive’ to ‘shut it off and focus.’

The New Yorker bit is not the first time that the Mercer Island Reporter has appeared in national media. In 2003, a police report regarding a party and chocolate found its way onto the Jay Leno show. But that is another story.

Distracted

A police report from the Reporter shows up in the New Yorker magazine.

To the editorThanks to farmers market supporters

I would like to acknowledge those individuals and businesses that sup-ported the Mercer Island Farmers Market at our recent fundraiser held at Aljoya.

The auction raised over $15,000, which will help support the market operations, which includes food sampling from our vendors, provid-ing music and a children’s table with activities as well as having local orga-nizations display educational infor-mation about sustainable agriculture.

Our market successes of last sea-son include growth in the number of food trucks and vendors, higher attendance by shoppers and an increase in sales by 19 percent over the previous market year.

The farmers market could not operate without the support of our community, many of whom turned out on May 19 at the fundraiser or donated money toward the event. Many local businesses also provided spon-sorships, which are extremely helpful.

Thank you to Aljoya, the Mercer Island Women’s Club, the Mercer Island Community Fund, Indulge, the MI Chamber of Commerce, United Healthcare, Coldwell Banker Bain and Windermere Real Estate.

We very much appreciate your support. See you at the market when it opens June 9!

Kari FisherBoard President

Mercer Island Farmers Market

Fireworks – be safe, be responsible

On behalf of Kiwanis of Mercer Island, VFW Post #5760, and the Mercer Island Masonic Lodge, I would like to thank the City Council for their approval of our permit to

sell safe and sane fire-works in celebration of the Fourth of July this year. Kiwanis has operated this sale for decades and this year marks the first time that our three com-munity organizations will collaborate on this

fundraiser. All profits from the sale support Mercer Island programs and charities.

Many families enjoy the traditions that celebrate the birth of our nation, and we’re pleased to provide products that are manufactured according to rigorous safety standards. Our fire-works produce beautiful and exciting displays with minimal charges and

dispersion, and are the only fireworks that can be legally discharged on Mercer Island. However, it’s impor-tant to remember that all fireworks, including ours, should be handled and discharged with appropriate care.

Before lighting, be prepared. Have a water hose or fire extinguisher nearby to put out stray sparks. Know the emergency number to call for your area, your address location and basic first aid. Store fireworks in a secure location to prohibit access by children.

When lighting fireworks, be safe. Have a designated adult light all fireworks. Use eye protection; wear safety goggles. Light one at a time, move away quickly, and keep at a safe distance until the display is finished.

After you finish, be responsible. Clean up all debris when finished. Duds can be dangerous. If a device does not light or fire, an adult should wait at least 15 minutes and approach it carefully. Place it in a bucket of

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Unless otherwise noted, school board meetings are held at Mercer Island City Council Chambers at 9611 SE 36th Street. Board meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Regular board meetings begin at 7:00 pm.

Agenda items are subject to change. Please verify agenda items by going to www.mercerislandschools.org/boardagendas

MEETING NOTICEMercer Island School District

MERCER ISLAND SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERSJanet Frohnmayer, President

Brian Emanuels, Vice-PresidentPat Braman, DirectorAdair Dingle, Director

David Myerson, Director Dr. Gary Plano, Superintendent

Regular School Board MeetingThursday

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9:30 a.m. Call to Order the Regular Meeting of the Board

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12:15 p.m. AdjournmentoftheRegularMeetingoftheBoard

Sherry AllenSherry Allen was born August 11, 1931

in Denver, Colorado to James Winford and Wynona Tingey Hudson.

She was raised in Bountiful, Utah, and graduated from the University of Utah where she received recognition for state and national collegiate debate. She married John Douglas Allen in 1953, while he was attending medical school in Boston.

She taught high school in Cambridge, Mass., Seattle and Fairbanks Alaska during

the years her husband was completing his medical education. An avid horticulturist, she opened her own garden to many groups including the Bellevue Philharmonic Society, Mercer Island City Celebration, Bellevue Botanical Garden Society, and numerous garden clubs and Arboretum groups. Possessed of a rare intellect and an inquiring mind, she loved to participate in book clubs and continued her passion for learning throughout her lifetime.

She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth Sherpa (Karma), and 2 granddaughters, Nancy and Jenny Sherpa.

At her request no services will be held. For those wishing to honor her memory, a contribution to the Bellevue Botanical

Garden or the Arboretum Foundation would be appreciated.794391

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Sunday | 12ThefT: Two stamped and certified survey stakes were stolen sometime after May 1 in the 4600 block of Forest Avenue S.E. Both stakes were rebar.

WedneSday | 15fraud: A 49-year-old Mercer Island man’s personal infor-mation was used to apply for Verizon and T-Mobile cellphone accounts between May 13-15.

TueSday | 21STolen car: Possible suspect fingerprints were lifted from a stolen Acura, recovered at 1:18 p.m. in the 2900 block of 76th Avenue S.E. The vehicle, registered to a Des Moines woman, was stolen out of Bellevue.

WedneSday | 22arreST: Police arrested a 22-year-old Mercer Island man on a misdemeanor war-rant at 9:25 p.m. in the 3000 block of 78th Avenue S.E.

ThurSday | 23Bike found: A 15-speed bicycle was found on the side of the road in the 8400 block of North Mercer Way after 8 a.m. Trailer ThefT: A utility trailer was stolen sometime between 12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the 8600 block of S.E. 40th Street. The trailer had an 8-by-6-foot open bed with sides. accidenT: A 44-year-old driver was cited for failing to yield the right of way after turning onto East Mercer Way and striking an oncom-ing vehicle, which then lost control and spun into a third vehicle. The second

vehicle came to a temporary stop, backed up and struck a fourth vehicle, and the 63-year-old driver was cited for unsafe backing. The third vehicle’s driver, a 43-year-old Florida resident, was cited for driving with a suspended license. He reported an aggravated preexisting back injury.

Friday | 24aSSaulT: A 15-year-old girl reported that a 20-year-old man who stays at her fam-ily’s residence, in the 4000 block of 89th Avenue S.E., pushed her against a wall during an argument. She said that she bumped her head.dui: Police arrested a 21-year-old man for DUI at 11:20 p.m. in the 8900 block of S.E. 40th Street. The driver refused standard sobriety tests and a drug evaluation. accidenT: A Subaru driven by a 62-year-old woman exiting south Luther Burbank Park at 10:42 a.m. struck a tele-

phone junction box at the corner of the intersection at S.E. 26th Street and 84th Avenue S.E., drove across landscaping and looped back across the road before crossing a curb and side-walk and going down an embankment. The vehicle came to rest against a tree. The driver was taken to Overlake Hospital and said

that she did not remember what happened after she left the parking lot. She blacked out, according to the police report. No inju-ries were reported, and the vehicle was towed.

SaTurday | 25accidenT: A 24-year-old woman fell asleep while driving on West Mercer Way at 10:05 p.m. Her vehicle, a Toyota Scion, went off the road and struck a trailer parked on the shoulder of the East Mercer and West Mercer intersection. The vehicle overrode the trailer, according to the police report, and its airbag deployed as it went down a steep ravine. Firefighters

evacuated the woman, an Auburn resident, out of the vehicle. She was taken to Overlake Hospital and her vehicle was towed.

Sunday | 26Traffic hazard: A Jeep was towed and impounded after midnight in the 8200 block of S.E. 26th Street, where it posed a hazard to traffic. The Jeep was registered to a 46-year-old Mercer Island man.

Monday | 27TreSpaSS: A 49-year-old woman returned to a house after being evicted in the 4300 block of 87th Avenue

S.E., in the St. Monica neighborhood. Police officers had verbally trespassed the woman in the past. The woman said that she did not have any-where to go and had not eaten for days. She admit-ted living in the house.

Police Suspect flees police, Taser does not stop him

Police officers attempted to arrest a 23-year-old known suspect who had a $1,000 warrant for trespass-ing. The suspect, a Mercer Island resident, was first observed near the library after 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, and fled on foot in the 8500 block of S.E. 40th Street near Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.

NORCOM placed several schools and day cares into

lockdown during the pursuit of the suspect, according to the police report. An officer deployed a Taser after the suspect put his hand inside his right pocket, as he is known to carry knives. The Taser was not effective and the dart was later recovered.

The suspect entered Em-manuel Episcopal Church and went into the men’s re-stroom. When he emerged, he fled out of a northwest-ern door. Police called off the pursuit around 9:30 a.m.

Governor signs new bill to fight metal thefts

Gov. Jay Inslee has signed a bill to reduce scrap metal theft. The bill, HB 1552, was champi-oned by state Rep. Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland.

Metal theft is considered a huge problem regionally and locally. Thieves have been stealing cemetery urns, farm equipment, copper from power lines and construction sites and brass fittings on fire hoses. Metal is a hot commodity because it is valuable and not easily traced.

The bill passed the legis-lature with virtually unan-imous support in the final days of the regular session. The measure fights metal theft through licensing regulations, a “no-buy” list for prevention, and expanded criminal penal-ties that account not only for the cost of the stolen material but also the cost of repair and the damage to public safety.

area trash rates to increase July 1

The City of Mercer Island has approved a rate increase for Republic Services, the city’s dispos-al contractor, beginning July 1. The rate increase was scheduled as part of the contract negoti-ated between the city and Republic in 2009. The rates for garbage collection will increase by an average of 1.6 percent, depending on the level of service pro-vided. For questions, call (206) 682-9730.

Mercer island city emergency drill is June 7

The City of Mercer Island will be conducting its annual emergency drill beginning at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 7, at the City Hall Council Chambers. This drill will test the abil-ity of the city and school district to respond to a large-scale incident. For information, contact Officer Jennifer Franklin by phone at (206) 275-7905 or go to the city’s website at www.mercer-gov.org.

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At QFC, youth are an important part of our company. Our school-age courte-sy clerks help keep our checkstands run-ning smoothly and efficiently, make sure our floors and restrooms remain clean and inviting and, most importantly they develop friendly, helpful relationships with our customers. Many of the lead-ers in our stores and offices began their careers in the grocery business as cour-tesy clerks. The young people of today are the future leaders of tomorrow and that is why QFC is proud to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Washington as our charity of the month in June.

Every young person deserves an op-portunity to develop their potential to be a responsible, productive adult. Un-fortunately, many young people don’t get the support and encouragement they need in their home life. That’s where Boys & Girls Clubs can make a differ-ence. The mission of the clubs is to help

these young people to realize their full potential on the path to adulthood. The clubs provide youth from under 5 to 18 years of age a safe place to learn and grow, develop relationships with caring adult professionals, participate in life enhancing programs, and have character development experiences to gain hope and opportunity.

The clubs are open after school and during the summer for the children in the communities they serve. They of-fer a variety of programs in the areas of leadership, education and career, the arts, health and life skills, sports, fitness and recreation and other specialized programs. Clubs are community-based and building-centered and are staffed by trained, paid youth-development professionals. Studies have found that youth involved long-term in Boys & Girls Clubs stay in school more often and have better grades and fewer con-

tacts with law enforcement than peers in similar circumstances. Many alumni of the program have credited it with saving their lives, improving their self-confidence, graduating from high school and positively influencing their choices about drugs and alcohol.

Each year local clubs choose a mem-ber as their Youth of the Year. Those youth from across the state share their life changing experiences at an annual dinner and also serve as representatives for their clubs to the communities at large. Youth of the Year participants also receive college scholarships and the op-

portunity to compete for national hon-ors and scholarships.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Washing-ton consists of 19 independent member organizations, each with its own board of directors, funding and staffing. These organizations serve over 79,000 Club members in 147 community locations. QFC invites you to contribute to the this worthy organization that is making a difference in the lives of so many of our young people. You can make a donation at any checkstand. Thank you for your support.

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water to soak. With a little planning and

care, everyone can enjoy a safe and exciting Fourth of July. The fireworks sale starts on Thursday, June 27, and runs through Thursday, July 4, and will be open from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. each day. We’ll be located in the shop-ping center parking lot on 78th Avenue S.E., right across from the post office.

John Gebhart

Hopes for dental coverage in Legislative special ses-sion

It’s unfortunate that legisla-tors couldn’t finish business in the regular legislative session (“Special sessions not so ‘special,’” May 14, 2013), but there is at least one issue they can quickly agree upon in the special session: restoring dental coverage for adults on Medicaid.

In 2011, the Legislature made deep cuts to benefits to remedy a budget shortfall. This left 450,000 people with only emergency care for their dental problems. No cleanings, no fillings — leading

to deteriorating oral health. We’ve seen the neglect in patients com-ing to our HealthPoint medical and dental clinics in King County.

In search of relief for severe pain, the uninsured head to hos-pital emergency rooms where providers can only prescribe pain medication and antibiotics, not fix the underlying dental issue. This is a costly and ineffective way of treating patients. Gum dis-ease is also linked to heart disease and stroke, and can affect people’s ability to work.

Now legislators have the opportunity not only to provide dental coverage to hundreds of thousands of low-income Washingtonians, but to ensure that the state receives significant federal funding to support it. It’s an easy choice that legislators can check off their list.

Thomas Trompeter Renton

Where are honors for the Merchant Mariners?

May 27 was Memorial Day. A day that we set aside to honor all the men and women who lost their lives serving out country. We honor all the armed services, and rightly so, but do we ever

mention the heroic men of the American Merchant Marine? Sadly, I doubt that there was one word mentioned in their behalf. At least I never saw any.

During World War II, the American Merchant Marine sail-ors had the highest casualty rate of any service. Every one in 26 did not return home. That would seem to me to deserve some rec-ognition.

I personally lost a cousin who was on a merchant ship carry-ing ammunition when it was hit by a kamikaze plane in the Philippines. The ship exploded and completely disappeared with all hands lost. I think the gallant men of the American Merchant Marine deserve better.

Burt Shearer

Community Fund supports Youth Ballet

The Island Youth Ballet and selected students from the Children’s Dance Conservatory are grateful to acknowledge the continued and ongoing sup-port from the Mercer Island Community Fund. It is with great pride and appreciation that Island Youth Ballet is able to promote and offer to the greater Mercer Island community a qual-ity production, “Excerpts from

Cinderella.” This performance is one evening only, June 13, at 7 p.m., at the Mercer Island High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased at the door. This is a must-see for those who love this story and for those who come to witness beautiful dancing and spectacle.

This ballet inspires young dancers to train and develop as performers, accommodat-ing demand-ing skill levels with appropri-ate inventiveness for a positive youth-driven outcome. As with any work of art, though, a collab-orative awareness is essential for success and fulfillment.

The timeless story of Cinderella as presented in this ballet version remains within the framework of this eternal tale. It is not unrea-sonable to understand difficult life experiences and the deter-mination of the creative spirit even in these modern times. The musical score by Sergei Prokofiev, finished in 1944, remains a relevant guide for such an inter-pretation. The neoclassical form brilliantly provides range and depth for understanding the fairy tale. Rhythmic diversity as well as

melodic dynamics present chal-lenges choreographically, but also compel the vision that Prokofiev had for ‘his’ Cinderella. She was meant to be understood as a real person with feelings and disap-pointments, and she was in the end to demonstrate kindness and love.

Currently in its second season, IYB’s production of Cinderella has become complete, telling the fairy tale from beginning to end. In the begin-ning from an ambi-

tious start, the story ballet con-cluded with the midnight waltz. Through the Community Fund support and the devoted families and students participating in this production, Cinderella now finds its way as a proper ballet to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages.

Island Youth Ballet is grate-ful for this opportunity to give back to the Mercer Island com-munity through this burgeoning sophisticated performance and is very thankful for the contri-butions from the Mercer Island Community Fund that make this production possible.

Susan ValenciaExecutive and Artistic Director

Island Youth Ballet

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Pacific Northwest Ticket Service moves

After years located in the Town Center, the Pacific Northwest Ticket Service has moved from its loca-tion at 2864 77th Ave. S.E. to Suite 110 in the Globe Building, 9725 36th St. S.E., on Mercer Island.

Their telephone is still (206) 232-0150.

The property at the cor-ner of S.E. 29th Street and 77th Avenue S.E. is for sale.

Tony Maroni’s Pizza closes business

Tony Maroni’s Pizza on Mercer Island has closed its doors.

The last day for the busi-ness was Wednesday, May 29.

The restaurant’s phone number now connects with the Factoria location, which is still open and available for customers.

A sign on the front door of the restaurant said it was out of business and “too

much hope and change — see you at the food stamp office.”

An eviction notice posted by the King County Sheriff ’s Office was posted on the front door of the business last Thursday.

The business has been a long supporter of Island schools and sports teams.

Tony Maroni’s carry-out pizza is still available at the Factoria location, which can be reached at (425) 957-1111.

MI Printing closes after 25 years

This week is MI Printing’s last week of business before it closes permanently. The shop’s lease has run out and will not be renewed.

Located at 2448 76th Ave. S.E., Suite 100, MI Printing began as Sudden Printing 25 years ago. Owned by the ITP Group LLC, formed by Mercer Island residents, it became ‘MI Printing’ in 2006.

The shop, Mercer Island’s premier copy and printing store, is managed by Lisa Getty and has one other employee. It is also the only

FedEx drop-off center on the Island.

“I’ve had 50 people in here today telling me how sad they are that we’re leav-ing,” Getty said after email-ing customers.

Cake will be served in the shop from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, June 7, its last day of business. The community is welcome.

What to Wear clothing store closes in May

After 12 years on Mercer Island, What To Wear closed in May. The boutique’s owner, Mia Kammerer, is retiring.

The shop’s last day of business was May 20.

“It has been a fabu-lous experience, and I’ve loved every minute of it,” Kammerer said. “It was just time to try something new. I have been very well supported, and we love our customers here. It has been a terrific experience.”

A Chicago native, Kammerer has lived on the Island for 13 years.

What To Wear has employed over a dozen local women along with 40 high school girls since it opened. Kammerer has

counted more than 30,000 T-shirts sold, in addition to 5,000 pairs of jeans, 6,000 sweaters and 7,000 pieces of jewelry, and over 600 ven-dors.

“What To Wear taught me that I could be a stay-at-home mom with a nugget of an idea and act on it,” Kammerer wrote in a letter to clients. “Having a small business has been often challenging, but always rewarding.”

While she does not know what will come next, she does plan to relax, travel and play golf.

Stopsky’s Deli expands, remodels

Stopsky’s Delicatessen is expanding and remodeling the restaurant, and will host a reopening over the week-end of June 7-9.

The restaurant, which just celebrated its second birth-day, is adding a new bar and additional seating. As a result, Stopsky’s was closed until June 4.

On June 7-9, as part of the reopening celebration, they will offer happy hour prices on drinks and noshes all day, and at dinner, anyone who orders two entrees will receive $10 off.

Newest apartments to open this summer

By Reporter StaffIsland-owned Dollar

Development is expect-ed to complete the new Mercer West’s 85 apart-ment homes in the sum-mer of 2013. The latest addition to the Town Center is adjacent to the 150-unit building, ‘The Mercer,’ which was com-pleted in 2007.

Mercer West will have courtyards, a large barbe-cue area, in addition to the high-end amenities in the existing Mercer building, which will be connected by a skybridge.

The mid-rise build-ing will be constructed of concrete and steel, and features a high-efficiency heating and cooling sys-tem.

“The needs of the Mercer Island residents

are evolving, and Dollar Development along with staff is doing more than expected to meet those needs as they change,” said Mike Teano, Riverstone’s regional manager who oversees The Mercer.

As for Dollar Development, they con-tinue to keep an eye toward the future and have exciting plans for future concepts and sustainable urban growth for the area, a press release said.

“The next five years will solidify Mercer Island as a world-class area and will bring great value to those who already are benefiting from the significant invest-ments being made into these core developments like The Mercer Luxury Apartment Homes,” said Lisa Vivolo, community manager at The Mercer.

Mercer West already has a waitlist for future residents and is shooting for early July for hard hat tours. For more, call (206) 232-9555 or visit www.TheMercerWest.com.

Pre-leasing started in May for the 85 new apartments in Mercer West

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MISD wins state recycling award

The Mercer Island School District was recently named a youth education recycler of the year by the Washington State Recycling Association.

All five MISD schools have launched and con-tinue to run various green practices that help students, parents and teachers get involved with recycling and other waste prevention pro-grams at both the school and home.

The district received the honor during a conference in Skamania, Wash.

Drama students nominated for 5th Avenue Theatre awards

Two Mercer Island High School students in the drama program have been nominated for 5th Avenue Theatre awards based on their performance in the school’s production of “RENT” this spring.

Rikke Haughem was nominated for outstanding performance by an actress in a supporting role for her portrayal of the char-acter Maureen, and Rachel Jewett was nominated for outstanding performance by an actress in a featured ensemble role for her work in the role of Alexi Darling as the soloist for “Seasons of Love.”

“A huge number of the MIHS ‘Rent’ cast is going to cheer on our nominees, and two of the students are appearing onstage for an all-school performance number,” said MIHS drama teacher Daniela Melgar. “I am so proud of them all.”

More than 105 schools in the state competed in this year’s awards, and the awards will be celebrated at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle.

Islander students earn state radio awards

Mercer Island High School students earned six awards at the sixth annu-al Washington State High School Radio Awards, held at Nathan Hale High School on May 17.

Luke Mounger won first place for best sports play-by-play broadcasting, while Brady Baker and Mounger earned second place for best

sports feature. Cameron Smith was second, while Tom Rall and Ian Caldwell earned third place for best imaging pieces. MIHS fin-ished in third place overall.

“The students put in a lot of hard work this year, and I am happy to see their efforts have been recognized,” said broadcasting teacher and KMIH station manager Charlie Hilen. “The bar has been set even higher for next year, and I know they will continue to grow as the program gets stronger.”

At the ceremony, Pat Cashman, a local radio and TV personality, was the keynote speaker.

KMIH is a student-run station that runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with student DJs and local volunteers. To learn more about the station, visit www.hotjamz.org.

Destination Imagination teams compete at ‘Global Finals’

Four Destination Imagination teams from Mercer Island recently com-peted in the 2013 Global Finals in Tennessee.

The teams competing included:

• The Spicy Sombreros finished 19th overall in the elementary structural engi-neering challenge. The team includes: Bridger Bourke, Justin Skene, Ryan Shobe, Ichiro Nakata, Kevin Li, Akhil Pothenini and Julian Sanders.

• Overcooked Lasagna finished in 10th place in the elementary improv chal-lenge. The team includes: Mollie Parkinson, Lila Shroff, Lauren Hunter, Sophia Chen, Sophia Ristuben, Jasper Geer and Ben Roe.

• The Illusions finished fourth in the high school structural engineering chal-lenge, and placed first in the instant challenge, a first for Mercer Island. The team includes: Trevor Gullstad, Jay Rosenstein, Jason McRuer, Grace Hunter, Josh Park and Aidan Wang.

• Los Tacos Hermanos finished first overall, the first for a team from Washington, and won the DaVinci award for out-standing creativity. The team took first in the instant challenge. The team includes: Ben Stoops, Cole Nielsen, Verli Chen and Bryan Zhao.

All teams were coached by West Mercer teacher

Mark Headlee.

French American School earns honor

The French American School of Puget Sound recently entered and was chosen for a special honor in an international contest.

T h e ‘Par lement des Infants’ c o n t e s t a l l o w e d schools from the United States and Canada to par t ic ipate in a long-s t a n d i n g French tra-dition when students sit on Parliament, like their official represen-tative in France.

“It is an immense honor for our school to have been chosen amongst all our peer schools in the U.S. and

Canada, and to be able to send one of our students to the French Parliament,” said Eric Thuau, head of school. “At FASPS we are particu-larly keen on encouraging civic debate and engage-ment, and this project is a perfect illustration of what we strive to inspire in our young citizens.”

S c h o o l s s u b m i t t e d a proposal about why they should be chosen, and a fifth-grade student from FASPS will go to Paris to rep-resent French schools of the U.S. and Canada. It is the first time

that a student from outside France has been able to par-ticipate — last year was the first time that French citi-zens outside France elected a representative.

The two fifth-grade class-

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New associate principal to assist all elementary schools

The Mercer Island School District announced last week that it has filled the new elementary associ-ate principal position. The position will be filled by Aimee Batliner-Gillette, who will work with all three elementary schools begin-ning next fall.

Batliner-Gillette pre-viously worked for the Tukwila School District as a literacy coach, and before that she was a trainer and coach for the Douglas County School District in Colorado. She has a master’s degree in English language arts from Regis University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder. She will begin the position on July 1.


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class of 2009) graduated from Cal Berkeley with a degree in integrated biology, and his brother Paul Ehlers (MIHS class of 2007) gradu-ated from Tulane University in New Orleans with a mas-ters in pharmacology.

David Courtney gradu-ated with cum laude hon-ors from Washington State University with a degree in business management. He graduated from Mercer Island High School in 2009.

Leif Timm Drangsholt, a graduate of Mercer Island High School class of 2002, received a juris doctor degree from the Seattle University School of Law. He intends to be a prosecu-tor.

Mercer Island grad wins competition

By Jerry Cornfield [email protected]

No name is more synon-ymous with charter school fights in Washington the past two decades than Spady.

Ever since Jim and Fawn Spady moved their son out of a Seattle public school and into a private one in 1994, they’ve been on the front lines of a string of unsuccessful ballot battles to legalize this alternative form of education.

They were oh-so-close to winning in 2004 when lawmakers passed and then-governor Gary Locke signed a bill allowing char-ter schools, only to see vot-ers repeal the law months later.

So no one could have been happier than the Spadys when voters passed Initiative 1240 last fall, clearing a path for pub-licly funded, privately run schools to open starting next year.

“I was delighted to see others catching the char-ter school fever,” Jim Spady recalled of his reaction to the November election. “It’s all about the kids. There are a lot of kids out there today, just as there were 20 years ago, who are not getting the opportuni-ties in public schools they deserve.”

That victory didn’t end Jim Spady’s pursuit. Rather, he’s on a new mission to make sure everything he has boasted about charter schools delivering high quality education proves

true.He has joined the

board of the fledgling Washington Charter School Association, which seeks to become a one-stop shop for potential operators, whether they are a group of parents with a dream or a national organization with established campuses around the country.

Bill and Melinda Gates, w h o dumped a couple of million dol-lars into the c a m p a i g n to pass the in i t i at ive , p r o v i d e d $ 8 0 0 , 0 0 0 from their foundation to jump-start the association. Spady, vice president of Dick’s Drive-In, anticipates contributing in the future.

Founders say this group will offer services rang-ing from writing a charter, finding a location and hir-ing a principal. Eventually, association staff will stand ready to provide start-up funds, academic strategies and management advice.

But it will not push a particular curriculum, teaching methodology or organizational structure, said Chris Korsmo, chief executive officer of the League of Education Voters and spokeswoman for the group.

“We’re agnostic as to how success can be reached; just that it can be reached,” she said.

This association also could be called upon one day to marshal legal forces if a coalition led by the Washington Education Association challenges the constitutionality of the measure.

A lawsuit is “in the works,” said Rich Wood, spokesman for the WEA, which is the largest state-wide union of public

school teach-ers. But he said right now mem-bers are focused on making sure the Legislature complies with a Supreme Court directive to amply fund existing public

schools.Political muscle may be

another resource demand-ed from the association down the line.

Spady expects charter schools will pan out well and state lawmakers will be pressed to erase the limit of 40 imposed by the ini-tiative.

“We want to be sure we get the best 40 charter schools that we can,” Spady said. “We do hope to see the cap lifted at some point in time.”

He’s just hoping it doesn’t take another two decades of convincing.

The Spadys’ children did attend Mercer Island schools for a time. Fawn Spady ran unsuccess-fully for a position on the Mercer Island School District Board of Directors several years ago.

“I was delighted to see others catching the charter school fever.”

Jim Spady

Jim Spady continues pursuit of charter school success

By Reporter StaffBrown University

students develop-ing an online store for 3-D printed goods were among the winners named last month in the Rhode Island Business Plan Competition.

Azavy, a team that includes Brown seniors Tyler Benster and Lucas Eggers, won the competi-tion’s student track and will receive $15,000 in cash along with consult-ing services.

Azavy makes a winning effort “to bring 3-D print-

ing to the masses.”Azavy grew out of the

group’s efforts to find a printer for a design that they were developing. When they found exist-ing 3-D printing services to be too expen-sive, the group took to Internet forums in search of local printers who could do the job.

“We ended up getting the item faster and for less,” Benster said, “so we set out to bring this advantage to consumers.”

Working with Brown Venture Lab and Brown E n t r e p r e n e u r s h i p Program, the group devel-oped Azavy.com, which aims to crowd-source 3-D

printer manufacturing by bringing together design-ers, printers and custom-ers in one marketplace. It is an effort, the team says, “to bring 3-D printing to the masses.”

“Our team has been working hard on Azavy throughout the school year,” said Benster, an applied math and economics con-centrator who led the team. “We’re honored to have received such a

distinction at this early stage.”

The Rhode Island B u s i n e s s P l a n Competition started in 2000 and has since awarded $1.4 million in prizes to competitors.

Tyler Benster

Brown University student part of Rhode Island competition


By Reporter StaffThe Evergreen Chapter

of the National Charity League honored the com-munity service and lead-ership contributions of its graduating class at the chapter’s annual senior celebration last month.

During their six years of involvement with NCL, from seventh to 12th grades, the class of 2013 collectively performed 2,471 philanthropy hours in service to charitable

organizations in King County and surrounding areas.

The National Charity League is the nation’s most distinctive and well-respected mother-daugh-ter membership organiza-tion. Its mission is to fos-ter the mother-daughter relationship as part of a philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership devel-opment and cultural expe-riences.

The class of 2013 seniors are: Caroline Carfi, Abby Elggren, Lauren Emick, Adrienne Emick, Alicia Faison, Christine Haggerty, Caitlin Hutt, Alexandra Jones, Anne Kaye-Jewett, Erika Carlson, Maddie Larkin, Callie Mayer, Madi Mitchell, Stephanie Nicholson, Maddie Oaks, Morgan Paige, Madison Pollastro, Madison Roodman, Lark Ruesch, Grace Wold, Madeline Wood and Raegan Young.

Contributed PhotoThe National Charity League celebrated the class of 2013 during the annual ‘Senior Celebration’ in May. The group has performed 2,471 hours of service over six years.

National Charity League celebrates class of 2013

Sarah Clark, Kayla Mitchell and Lily Gile, members of the Bellevue Girl Choir and sixth-graders at Islander Middle School, hosted the Makini Choir from Kenya, Africa. Contributed photo.The Makini Choir members and Bellevue Girl Choir members performed locally and attended the Fort Worden Children’s Choir Festival over the weekend. Makini Choir members included Cynthia Nekesa, Maria Akinyi, Maria Chizi and Betty Nuthoni. Also pictured is the Bellevue Girl Choir artistic director, Darcy Morrissey. Got a photo you’d like to share with the Island in our “Eye on MI” feature? Email your image with a caption about where and when it was taken to [email protected].

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Pies or desserts must be

homemade, and include seasonal fruits. Entries will be judged for flavor, texture, originality and presentation.

Participants must deliv-er their entries on June 23 with a handwritten reci-pe. Participants can enter as many pies or desserts as they like.

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Many people remain complete skeptics on the stock market and still believe the market is going to crash. Many of these people have been out of the market for the past several years. Investor psy-chology has gone from a “fear and loathing” in 2008/2009 to a “disbelief/ dis-trust” phase more recently. And we are probably still a long way from the “euphor-ic stage.” The fact that many people are still skeptical is actually bullish because of the lack of consensus. Once there is unanimity of opin-ion, it usually means we are at or near the end of the trend.

We know that the mar-ket inevitably goes through bull and bear phases and periodic corrections; this is normal and predictable, but these cycles do trig-ger emotional responses. What causes these phases or cycles? Changes in the outlook for corporate prof-its have a significant bear-ing on stock prices. When the market perceives or is comfortable that corporate earnings will rise, it will bid the prices of stocks up in anticipation of improving earnings. Conversely, when the market anticipates or becomes concerned, cor-porate profits may decline (such as in a recession),

and it will bid the prices of stocks down.

Another key driver of stock prices is valuation. A

lot of factors go into valuation, such as inves-tor confidence, the outlook for the economy and infla-tion, Federal Reserve policy, health of for-eign econo-mies, geopo-litical factors,

energy prices, interest rates and a myriad other factors. Market cycles can be further exacerbated by “shocks,” such as financial bubbles or asset manias. These “bub-bles” create imbalances that are eventually normalized through severe market cor-rections.

So how do we deal with market cycles from a finan-cial planning perspective? This is best accomplished through a sound finan-cial plan. The plan acts as a long-term roadmap for both personal finances and investments, and helps the client approach investments in a systematic and unemo-tional way. A good plan will help a client “stay in the game” and avoid the temp-tation to make emotionally based decisions at the worst possible time.

Bob Toomey is Vice President, Research, for S.R. Schill & Associates, a reg-istered investment advisor located on Mercer Island.

Are the skeptics right?

It feels like the sun might stick around for a while this time, giving us the feeling that summer is actually going to show up.

When the temperatures start to rise, it’s also time to test out some new, fresh and fun recipes. Check out this summer favorite.

Chile lime fish or shrimp tacos

1 ½ pounds fresh or fro-zen (thawed) shrimp or firm white fish

1 (12 ounce) bottle chili lime marinade

Cooking oil for grill1 (8 ounce) container

sour cream1 chipotle pepper in

adobo sauce, finely chopped1 tablespoon adobo sauce12 corn tortillas½ cup fresh chopped

onion1 cup guacamole

1 lime for garnishM a r i n a t e

shrimp or fish in marinade for at least five min-utes, but no more than 30 minutes.

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the grill with a paper towel that has been soaked in cooking oil.

Remove the shrimp/fish from the marinade and place on hot oiled grill. Grill until cooked through a few minutes on each side. (Shrimp will turn pink when cooked; fish will be flaky when cooked.) Mix the sour cream with chipotle pepper and adobo sauce in a bowl and set aside. Wrap the tor-tillas in a damp towel. Place on a plate and microwave for 45 seconds. Build each taco with shrimp/fish, cab-bage, onion and guacamole, and top with chipotle sour cream. Garnish with lime wedges.

Celebrate summer with chile lime tacos

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Old Black Nugget – $1,795,000New Construction� is 4BR/2.75BA rambler built by Boitano Homes is truly a rare � nd. With over 4 acres of cleared � at property this is an outstanding opportunity to create an estate in a well located, prestigious neighborhood.

Julie Varon 425-444-7253www.johnlscott.com/59152

Mediterranean Villa $3,150,000Over an acre with Mountain & Lake views. 6,200 sq.ft. home was custom built by original owner. 4+BR/4.75BA. A MUST SEE WITH EVERY AMMENITY ONE COULD WISH FOR!

Betty DeLaurenti 206-949-1222www.johnlscott.com/20974

Forest Waterfront $4,350,000� e centerpiece of Mercer Island’s Forest Av-enue, the premier waterfront on the Island’s West side. Spectacular � nish level. Exacting standards. Design balances entertainment, ca-sual living, & the waterfront lifestyle.

Larry Williams 425-445-9870www.johnlscott.com/67935

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a sign of distinction

Timeless Craftsman $1,495,000ASPEN HOMES: 3031 61st Ave SE – Framing & Roof on. Still time to customize � nishes. Open � oor plan. Wrap around deck w/ covered � replace. Easy walk to 3 Lakefront Parks. Minutes to I-90.


Grand MI Waterfront $3,170,000Spectacular 1.7 acre waterfront estate. Gracious daylight rambler with view from nearly every room. Street to water. Level lawn of breath-taking scale to water. Large dock w/ covered moorage.

Larry Williams 425-445-9870 www.johnlscott.com/15888

The Yarrow Preserve $8,488,000Over 185’ of Lake Washington waterfront in Yarrow Point. Refreshingly reserved. Stunning main house of signi� cant scale. Texture rich, vibrant design elements. Notable media lounge. Separate guest house. Expansive auto court.


Somerset Home $925,00013208 SE 49th St. Bellevue – 4BR/3BA custom built home includes walls of windows which � ood the home w/ natural light & picturesque scenery. Convenient to shopping, dining & I-90/405 freeway access. Award winning schools.

Jimmy Pliego 206-240-7160www.johnlscott.com/55317

Irresistible Craftsman $699,9501903 32nd Ave S, Seattle. Irresistible craftsman tucked away on a lot that feels like its own enchanted garden. Lovingly remodeled while leaving the original charm intact. Big lake and Cascade views.

Lou or Lori 206-949-5674www.johnlscott.com/73646

Prime View & Location! $1,725,0001980 82nd Ave SE. – 270 degree views on prime Northend 82nd Street! Cul-de-sac, 2 view decks, hardwoods, 4+ bedrooms and 3+ car garage. City, Lake & Mountain Vistas. Stunning Architecture.

Cindy Verschueren 206-909-4523www.johnlscott.com/26061

Complete Remodel $1,299,0007274 W. Mercer Way - Fabulous 4BR/2.5BA home on a wonderful, private, large western facing lot. Completely remodeled in 2003. Gourmet kitchen, new cabinets/appliances, huge deck, true mudroom & much more!

Tim Conway 206-954-2437 www.johnlscott.com/41422

Breathtaking $1,645,000Western View8144 West Mercer Way. Gorgeous western view of Lake WA & Olympic Mts! 4BR/425BA, den, wine cellar, family & bonus room. Eleva-tor. Large western view deck w/ hot tub. 4,362 sq. ft. 13,711 sq. ft. lot.

Debbie Constantine 206-853-5262 www.johnlscott.com/25786

Vacation at Home! $298,0006305 Sandpoint Way NE #1, Seattle. Vacation at home in beautifully maintained Sandpointer. A stylishly updated end unit lives like a single family home. All of the amenities of resort living: pool, spa & courts.

Anni Zilz 206-390-5723www.johnlscott.com/56374

Twin Lake Golf $334,900Course Colonial31746 42nd Ave SW, Federal Way. Gracious Colonial 5BR/2.5BA right on the 12th hole of the golf course. Open kitchen w/ a terri� c � oor plan for entertaining. Huge bonus room for activities & fun. Sliding glass doors open to a landscaped backyard.

Helen Hitchcock 206.856.7007www.johnlscott.com/27029

Brook Bay Beauty! $1,795,0001 Brook Bay Rd. Fabulous Brook Bay home with the best city, lake & mountain views! Sleek design w/ new view master. Flat, gorgeous yard.


Newly Remodeled $449,90014105 143rd Ave SE, Renton. New remodel including plumbing, electrical, windows and more. 4BD/3BA w/ family room upstairs. Open � oor plan, hardwood � oors, fully fenced yard on corner lot. Move in ready!


Southfork on MI $1,575,000 5335 90th Ave SE – What a spread! Elegant traditional 4BD/3BA home on oversized lot w/ gorgeous pool. Plus 1BD/1BA main level ADU w/ separate entry. 3 car garage.


Tranquil Retreat $749,9509104 SE 53rd Place - An island of tranquility nestled in a lovely sylvan setting. Beautifully re-modeled 3BR/2.5BA home w/ natural � nishes, exquisite design features & � exible � oor plan. Gourmet kitchen, vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout. Special retreat ready to be enjoyed.

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Lake Views $768,0002675 74th AVE SE. Close to but yet far enough from downtown Mercer Island’s hustle & bustle. � is 3BR/2.75BA has lake and territorial views from most rooms. Wrap around deck. New car-pets and interior paint. MOVE IN READY!


N’End Traditional $1,595,9502242 82nd Ave SE. Merging of traditional style, coveted N’end location & compelling views, this 4BR/3BA home has it all! 4,520 sq. ft. w/ Legal ADU, bi-level view deck & pristine backyard…it is the home to buy!

Terry & Daphne Donovan 206-713-5240www.johnlscott.com/40999

Stunning Craftsman $799,950Stunning Craftsman home in the Heart of Greenlake. Perfect condition 3BD/3BA home with great open concept � oor plan. Attached 2 car garage & fully fenced patio and yard w/ barbecue. Close to everything!

Helen Hitchcock 206-856-7007www.johnlscott.com/33126

Newport Woods Homes $450,00012512 SE 72nd St, Newcastle – Well maintained 4BD/2.5BA home in Newport Woods. Sliding doors lead to fully fenced, � at yard w/ patio, dog run & shed. Upper level master w/ updated bath & walk-in closet. Walk to downtown


Lake View Contemporary $1,789,000Refreshingly contemporary, rebuilt 5BR/3.25BA home w/breathtaking western lake view. Private gated entry, lovely patio, ironwood decks & more make this a dynamite place to live.


Waterfront Townhome $995,000506 Lakeside Ave S. W1, Seattle. � is lakeside unit is a quality built waterfront townhome with all the amenities. Roof top deck w/ view of Mt. Rainier as well as beachfront patio/garden to enjoy. Private Garage. Day moorage.


New on Market $1,595,0008192 W. Mercer Way – Two for One! Ideal for extended family, a car a� cionado or as a home w/ additional investment income. A large deck & gazebo connects to legal ADU. 7 covered parking spaces. Private 1.4 acre lot. Short walk to schools.


Welcome Home $699,0009724 Mercerwood Dr. - Room for everyone! 4 or 5 BR/3 BA 2,810 sq. ft. Oak Floors. New Roof. Family/Rec Room. Close to schools, I-90, & downtown shopping.

Tony Salvata 206-915-8672www.johnlscott.com/76789

Spacious New Home $1,950,0004899 Forest Ave SE currently under construction & scheduled for completion early summer 2013. Great room styling w/ master on main. Quiet setting on acre in desirable neighborhood. Very private.


Aesthetic Excellence $929,0003 Lindley Road. Architect Wendell Lovett has demonstrated “aesthetic excellence” by thorough resolution of every detail of this 2BR/3BA home. Modern. Contemporary. Open layout. Soaring celings. High end � nishes. Private.

James Laurie 425-466-3672www.johnlscott.com/23896

Captivating Luxury $1,395,500Cross the threshold of this luxury home & instantly be captivated by dramatic spaces, extraordinary detail & sublime � nishes that create an unparalleled interior. Executed w/ � ne craftsmanship, this 4BR/3.5BA home was designed with today’s living in mind!Terry & Daphne Donovan 206-713-5240

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Historic Appleton $1,189,5004840 E MERCER WY Historic Appleton. � is 5-bed home features hardwoods, exposed wooden beam ceilings, guest room w/ ensuite, o� ce, and family room. � e chef ’s kitchen includes an oversized island, granite counters, and ss appl.

Mark Eskridge 206-251-2760www.johnlscott.com/62744

Greenwood Home $260,00014331 Phinney Ave N, Seattle. Cute 2BR home on a level, fenced yard with good light. Dual pane windows in most of the home & newer plumbing. Mature plants provide privacy.


Garden Cottage $689,0002247 72nd Ave SE. Classic MI original located on popular First Hill. Delightful 3BR/1BA home has been lovingly updated. Trails, Parks, Beaches and Downtown are steps away!


Spectacular Craftsman $1,975,0004421 Ferncroft Rd. – 4BR/3.25BA home on estate-like setting w/ sweeping views of Lake WA. Dramatic open � oor plan w/ designer touches and opulent � nishes make this a special home. A MUST SEE!


Amazing Lake View $1,099,000508 Lakeside Ave S. E2, Seattle. Lakefront living doesn’t get any closer than this exciting condo w/ all the right spaces. Elevator entry opens into the entire � oor living area capturing an amazing lake view. 2009 quality built from inside out.


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WESTSIDE WATERFRONT $3,825,000OPEN SUNDAY 1-42733 60th Ave SE - Living Room w/ two-story windows & exquisite views of Lake WA from most rooms. Elegant master suite includes Jacuzzi & walk-in closet. Dock with moorage, 2 decks, large patio, & wine cellar complete this luxurious home.


Exquisite Newcastle Home $1,285,000Located in a cul-de-sac, this 4BR/3.5BA home backs up to the golf course & a natural reserve. From the moment you enter you’ll appreciate custom touches throughout. Kitchen has large island, sub-zero & walk-in pantry. Main � Master w/ walk-in closet & sitting area. Media Room w/ Bar. Expansive deck w/ hot tub. Issaquah schools.

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Old Black Nugget – $1,795,000New Construction� is 4BR/2.75BA rambler built by Boitano Homes is truly a rare � nd. With over 4 acres of cleared � at property this is an outstanding opportunity to create an estate in a well located, prestigious neighborhood.


Mediterranean Villa $3,150,000Over an acre with Mountain & Lake views. 6,200 sq.ft. home was custom built by original owner. 4+BR/4.75BA. A MUST SEE WITH EVERY AMMENITY ONE COULD WISH FOR!


Forest Waterfront $4,350,000� e centerpiece of Mercer Island’s Forest Av-enue, the premier waterfront on the Island’s West side. Spectacular � nish level. Exacting standards. Design balances entertainment, ca-sual living, & the waterfront lifestyle.


Lou GlatzKarin Fry Dieter KaetelLori HoldenHelen Hitchcock Jean LockeJames Laurie Gloria LeeCraig Hagstrom

a sign of distinction

Timeless Craftsman $1,495,000ASPEN HOMES: 3031 61st Ave SE – Framing & Roof on. Still time to customize � nishes. Open � oor plan. Wrap around deck w/ covered � replace. Easy walk to 3 Lakefront Parks. Minutes to I-90.


Grand MI Waterfront $3,170,000Spectacular 1.7 acre waterfront estate. Gracious daylight rambler with view from nearly every room. Street to water. Level lawn of breath-taking scale to water. Large dock w/ covered moorage.

Larry Williams 425-445-9870 www.johnlscott.com/15888

The Yarrow Preserve $8,488,000Over 185’ of Lake Washington waterfront in Yarrow Point. Refreshingly reserved. Stunning main house of signi� cant scale. Texture rich, vibrant design elements. Notable media lounge. Separate guest house. Expansive auto court.


Somerset Home $925,00013208 SE 49th St. Bellevue – 4BR/3BA custom built home includes walls of windows which � ood the home w/ natural light & picturesque scenery. Convenient to shopping, dining & I-90/405 freeway access. Award winning schools.

Jimmy Pliego 206-240-7160www.johnlscott.com/55317

Irresistible Craftsman $699,9501903 32nd Ave S, Seattle. Irresistible craftsman tucked away on a lot that feels like its own enchanted garden. Lovingly remodeled while leaving the original charm intact. Big lake and Cascade views.


Prime View & Location! $1,725,0001980 82nd Ave SE. – 270 degree views on prime Northend 82nd Street! Cul-de-sac, 2 view decks, hardwoods, 4+ bedrooms and 3+ car garage. City, Lake & Mountain Vistas. Stunning Architecture.


Complete Remodel $1,299,0007274 W. Mercer Way - Fabulous 4BR/2.5BA home on a wonderful, private, large western facing lot. Completely remodeled in 2003. Gourmet kitchen, new cabinets/appliances, huge deck, true mudroom & much more!

Tim Conway 206-954-2437 www.johnlscott.com/41422

Breathtaking $1,645,000Western View8144 West Mercer Way. Gorgeous western view of Lake WA & Olympic Mts! 4BR/425BA, den, wine cellar, family & bonus room. Eleva-tor. Large western view deck w/ hot tub. 4,362 sq. ft. 13,711 sq. ft. lot.

Debbie Constantine 206-853-5262 www.johnlscott.com/25786

Vacation at Home! $298,0006305 Sandpoint Way NE #1, Seattle. Vacation at home in beautifully maintained Sandpointer. A stylishly updated end unit lives like a single family home. All of the amenities of resort living: pool, spa & courts.


Twin Lake Golf $334,900Course Colonial31746 42nd Ave SW, Federal Way. Gracious Colonial 5BR/2.5BA right on the 12th hole of the golf course. Open kitchen w/ a terri� c � oor plan for entertaining. Huge bonus room for activities & fun. Sliding glass doors open to a landscaped backyard.

Helen Hitchcock 206.856.7007www.johnlscott.com/27029

Brook Bay Beauty! $1,795,0001 Brook Bay Rd. Fabulous Brook Bay home with the best city, lake & mountain views! Sleek design w/ new view master. Flat, gorgeous yard.


Newly Remodeled $449,90014105 143rd Ave SE, Renton. New remodel including plumbing, electrical, windows and more. 4BD/3BA w/ family room upstairs. Open � oor plan, hardwood � oors, fully fenced yard on corner lot. Move in ready!


Southfork on MI $1,575,000 5335 90th Ave SE – What a spread! Elegant traditional 4BD/3BA home on oversized lot w/ gorgeous pool. Plus 1BD/1BA main level ADU w/ separate entry. 3 car garage.


Tranquil Retreat $749,9509104 SE 53rd Place - An island of tranquility nestled in a lovely sylvan setting. Beautifully re-modeled 3BR/2.5BA home w/ natural � nishes, exquisite design features & � exible � oor plan. Gourmet kitchen, vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout. Special retreat ready to be enjoyed.


Lake Views $768,0002675 74th AVE SE. Close to but yet far enough from downtown Mercer Island’s hustle & bustle. � is 3BR/2.75BA has lake and territorial views from most rooms. Wrap around deck. New car-pets and interior paint. MOVE IN READY!


N’End Traditional $1,595,9502242 82nd Ave SE. Merging of traditional style, coveted N’end location & compelling views, this 4BR/3BA home has it all! 4,520 sq. ft. w/ Legal ADU, bi-level view deck & pristine backyard…it is the home to buy!

Terry & Daphne Donovan 206-713-5240www.johnlscott.com/40999

Stunning Craftsman $799,950Stunning Craftsman home in the Heart of Greenlake. Perfect condition 3BD/3BA home with great open concept � oor plan. Attached 2 car garage & fully fenced patio and yard w/ barbecue. Close to everything!

Helen Hitchcock 206-856-7007www.johnlscott.com/33126

Newport Woods Homes $450,00012512 SE 72nd St, Newcastle – Well maintained 4BD/2.5BA home in Newport Woods. Sliding doors lead to fully fenced, � at yard w/ patio, dog run & shed. Upper level master w/ updated bath & walk-in closet. Walk to downtown


Lake View Contemporary $1,789,000Refreshingly contemporary, rebuilt 5BR/3.25BA home w/breathtaking western lake view. Private gated entry, lovely patio, ironwood decks & more make this a dynamite place to live.


Waterfront Townhome $995,000506 Lakeside Ave S. W1, Seattle. � is lakeside unit is a quality built waterfront townhome with all the amenities. Roof top deck w/ view of Mt. Rainier as well as beachfront patio/garden to enjoy. Private Garage. Day moorage.


New on Market $1,595,0008192 W. Mercer Way – Two for One! Ideal for extended family, a car a� cionado or as a home w/ additional investment income. A large deck & gazebo connects to legal ADU. 7 covered parking spaces. Private 1.4 acre lot. Short walk to schools.


Welcome Home $699,0009724 Mercerwood Dr. - Room for everyone! 4 or 5 BR/3 BA 2,810 sq. ft. Oak Floors. New Roof. Family/Rec Room. Close to schools, I-90, & downtown shopping.

Tony Salvata 206-915-8672www.johnlscott.com/76789

Spacious New Home $1,950,0004899 Forest Ave SE currently under construction & scheduled for completion early summer 2013. Great room styling w/ master on main. Quiet setting on acre in desirable neighborhood. Very private.


Aesthetic Excellence $929,0003 Lindley Road. Architect Wendell Lovett has demonstrated “aesthetic excellence” by thorough resolution of every detail of this 2BR/3BA home. Modern. Contemporary. Open layout. Soaring celings. High end � nishes. Private.

James Laurie 425-466-3672www.johnlscott.com/23896

Captivating Luxury $1,395,500Cross the threshold of this luxury home & instantly be captivated by dramatic spaces, extraordinary detail & sublime � nishes that create an unparalleled interior. Executed w/ � ne craftsmanship, this 4BR/3.5BA home was designed with today’s living in mind!Terry & Daphne Donovan 206-713-5240

www.johnlscott.com/26646

Historic Appleton $1,189,5004840 E MERCER WY Historic Appleton. � is 5-bed home features hardwoods, exposed wooden beam ceilings, guest room w/ ensuite, o� ce, and family room. � e chef ’s kitchen includes an oversized island, granite counters, and ss appl.

Mark Eskridge 206-251-2760www.johnlscott.com/62744

Greenwood Home $260,00014331 Phinney Ave N, Seattle. Cute 2BR home on a level, fenced yard with good light. Dual pane windows in most of the home & newer plumbing. Mature plants provide privacy.


Garden Cottage $689,0002247 72nd Ave SE. Classic MI original located on popular First Hill. Delightful 3BR/1BA home has been lovingly updated. Trails, Parks, Beaches and Downtown are steps away!


Spectacular Craftsman $1,975,0004421 Ferncroft Rd. – 4BR/3.25BA home on estate-like setting w/ sweeping views of Lake WA. Dramatic open � oor plan w/ designer touches and opulent � nishes make this a special home. A MUST SEE!


Amazing Lake View $1,099,000508 Lakeside Ave S. E2, Seattle. Lakefront living doesn’t get any closer than this exciting condo w/ all the right spaces. Elevator entry opens into the entire � oor living area capturing an amazing lake view. 2009 quality built from inside out.


By Reporter StaffMercer Island High

School head track coach Elliot Powell resigned last month following a Mercer Island School District investigation into alleged inappropriate personal con-duct.

MISD Superintendent Gary Plano released a state-ment last week that said, “The district received infor-mation on May 15, 2013, warranting an investigation of Mr. Powell for alleged inappropriate personal conduct. District adminis-tration placed head track coach Elliot Powell on administrative leave from his head coach and other employment duties with the

district on May 16, 2013. “To ensure student safety

and to protect the integ-rity of the investigation, Mr. Powell was placed on leave until this investiga-tion was concluded,” Plano said. A letter was also sent to parents of students on the track team on May 18 from MIHS Principal Vicki Puckett.

Mercer Island police also investigated the allegations and turned their informa-tion without further action into the district.

According to Plano, Mr. Powell was asked to assist further with the investiga-tion, but he declined.

He resigned from posi-tions he held with the dis-

trict, effective May 23.The school district con-

ducts a background check for each employee offered a position within the school district. The background check includes an FBI fin-gerprint search.

Powell was placed on administrative leave just as the track team competed in the SeaKing district compe-tition, which began May 15. As the season finished at the state competition in late May, assistant coach Erica Hill took over head coach-ing duties.

It was Powell’s first sea-son as head coach. Powell was also a special education parapro at Islander Middle School.

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Though the Mercer Island boys lacrosse team posted an impressive rally in the second half of the Division I state lacrosse championships against Bellevue on Saturday, it wasn’t enough to overtake

the Wolverines’ early lead.Bellevue won its second

straight state title, 14-11, over the Islanders.

The game was close during the first quarter, with Bellevue leading 2-1. Bellevue went on a 5-0 run to end the first half with a 7-1 lead.

Mercer Island scored four goals in the third quarter, but Bellevue added another five to make it a 10-5 game. Mercer Island made a

push in the final moments, scoring six goals. Bellevue added two more to the overall total, earning the win.

Chase York had three goals in the game for the Islanders, while Hayden Reisman added two goals, two assists and two ground balls. Peter Mahony scored two goals, as did Brett Bottomley and Justin Rorem. Goalie Benji Rothenberg had five saves in the match.

Prior to Saturday’s match, in the second battle of the islands in the state semifinals, the Islanders survived over-time, a power outage and Bainbridge to earn a spot in Saturday’s state cham-pionship.

The Islanders won 7-6 in overtime on Wednesday, May 30.

The game started fast,

with Mercer Island scor-ing the first goal moments after the game started. But Bainbridge controlled the rest of the first quarter, earning a 2-1 lead at the end of the first quarter. Both teams battled, with goalies and defenses hold-ing strong, keeping the score to a low 2-2 tied game at halftime.

After the break, the

teams traded goals back and forth, with Bainbridge earning the upper hand on the scoreboard going into the final minutes with a 4-3 lead.

In the fourth quarter, things started to pick up. Shots flying, the teams went back and forth, scor-ing goals almost as quick-ly as the teams seemed to

Mercer Island boys lacrosse falls to Bellevue in state title game

Islanders beat Bainbridge in OT in state semifinals

Megan Managan/Staff PhotoMercer Island defender Zach Taylor looks to block Bellevue’s Cole Johnson as Islander goalie Benji Rothenberg watches in the background. The Islanders lost 14-11 in the state title game.

Megan Managan/Staff PhotoMercer Island sophomore midfielder Evan Condon pushes back against Bellevue during the state championship game on Saturday, June 1.

Lacrosse | Page 17

MIHS track coach resigns after allegations of inappropriate conduct

Mercer Island basketball team first at spokane tournament

By Reporter StaffThe Mercer Island ECBA

eighth-grade team, ICE, recently traveled to Spokane for the Warehouse May Madness tournament. The team finished first overall.

The team from Mercer Island beat Blazonics, 56-54, in the title game, hitting the winning shot with just five seconds left on the clock.

The team includes: Michael Luong, Matt Chansky, Dre Eason, Jack Delay, Matt Padgett, Jeffrey Owen, Ryan Liang, Sami El-Rafey and Ian Messner. The team is coached by John Shaddle and David Loutsis.

Contributed PhotoThe Mercer Island ECBA eighth-grade basketball team won the Warehouse May Madness tournament in Spokane at the end of May.

reset. As the clock dwin-dled, the score was tied at 6, sending the two rivals into overtime.

With 2:56 left on the clock in overtime, the lights in the stadium sud-denly went dark, forcing a temporary pause in the game. Ten minutes later, and 30 seconds after play resumed, Mercer Island senior Reisman scored the game-winning goal.

Reisman scored three

goals in the game, with two assists and two ground balls, while Steen Swedstedt had two goals, one assist and one ground ball. Rorem scored a goal, as did Mahony and Cooper Johnson. Rothenberg made 10 saves for the Islanders in the win.

The Islanders finished the season with a 20-4 overall record.


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Megan Managan/Staff PhotoMercer Island senior Hayden Reisman scored the overtime game-winning goal against Bainbridge on May 29.

The Mercer Island High School football program celebrated six of its players who will be playing the game in college in the fall.The Islanders held a ceremony on Wednesday, May 29, to honor the players. Alec Bean will attend Oberlin College in Ohio, while Alex Emanuels will be playing for Cornell University in New York. Brian Rauzi will attend Pomona College in California, while Risley Lesko will play for Colgate University. Sean Pyne will play for Claremont McKenna College, and Zach Bucklin will play for Lehigh University.The six players heading to play football in college next fall is the highest number from one class at Mercer Island. Photo by Carrie Bell.Got a photo you’d like to share with the Island in our “Eye on MI” feature? Email your image with a caption about where and when it was taken to [email protected].

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Sports briefsMercer Island fastpitch team earns postseason honors

After a very successful spring season, several mem-bers of the Mercer Island High School fastpitch team have earned KingCo hon-ors.

Makenna Pellerin, who plays shortstop, was named to the All-KingCo second team, while catcher Natalie Ricklefs and pitcher Morgan Peyou earned honorable mentions.

The Islanders also earned the KingCo sportsmanship award.

MIHs soccer camp set for June

The Mercer Island High School boys soccer coaches are hosting the first ever MIHS Soccer Camp this June.

The camp, organized by MIHS boys head coach Colin Rigby, is being held at the high school and is open

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“We had just a handful of chickens, we had baby goats that we were bottle feeding, but then they got too big,” said Steffen. She said the goats got a new home on a farm, and Steffen decided more chickens would mean more eggs, and then she could sell them.

“I get probably around a dozen on a good day,” she said. Right now custom-ers stop by and pick up eggs as needed, running at $6 for a dozen. “There are a lot of people, mostly by word of mouth. There are sometimes more people than there are eggs.”

With a sign for farm fresh eggs right outside the driveway, which just hap-pens to be on one of the busiest street corners on the Island, Steffen said a lot of her customers are moms doing the school route, or people going to the library, as well as neighbors.

The Steffen family moved to the Island a cou-ple of years ago, she said, and having grown up on a farm, this feels like home, having chickens roam.

Steffen also has a large vegetable garden going, and she said she hopes to have a produce stand ready to go once things start get-

ting ready. For now it’s just about the eggs, which keeps her and the family

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The Mercer Island Farmers Market will begin its new season this Sunday, June 9. This year’s market will include 10 new vendors, along with the 35 returning from last season.This Sunday kids can plant a sunflower, and families can enjoy music by Garrett and Westcott. Cascadia Edible Landscapes will be on hand to show people how they can “Eat Their Yard.” To learn more about the farmers market, visit www.mifarmersmarket.org.Got a photo you’d like to share with the Island in our “Eye on MI” feature? Email your image with a caption about where and when it was taken to [email protected].

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Island and the Saving Water Partnership are working together this summer to help Mercer Island residents find a greener way to flush.

Toilets typically use the largest amount of water in a household, with older models flushing up to five gallons each time.

S av i ng Wat e r Partnership is a group that works to conserve water around King County, and Islanders can replace old toilets with a new WaterSense labeled model and receive a $30 rebate. Starting on June 1, Islanders who choose a new 1.06 gallon per flush Premium WaterSense model can get a $75 rebate.

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By Reporter StaffMercer Island High

School junior, Stuart Burke, was the recipient of an Award of Excellence in Special Artist Music for his original compo-sition, “Stewarts Magical Spontaneous Music.”

Burke, who works with Island music teacher Connie Wible, is one of just eight Washington state students who received a National PTA Reflections Award.

The theme this year was “The Magic Of A Moment.”

In Washington state, 390 local PTA units sup-ported the Reflections program. Students cre-ated over 9,000 works of art inspired by this theme.

The Reflections pro-gram is an arts enrich-ment program created to give students in preschool through 12th grade the opportunity to create art-work based on a theme.

Twenty-nine entries were forwarded from the Washington State PTA to National PTA, to compete with students from around the nation and American overseas schools.

The contest features students’ work in the fol-lowing categories: dance choreography, film pro-duction, literature, music

composition, photog-raphy and visual arts. Students submit their art through local PTAs. Entries are judged in age divisions — primary (pre

K-2), intermediate (3-5), middle/junior (6-8) or senior (9-12). This year, a special artist, non-graded division was added in all genres.


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May was ‘Mental Health’ month, when health care professionals and counselors focused on awareness of the inci-dence and treatment of mental health issues for all ages.

I want to address the concern shared by many profes-sionals in the field about the mental health of our youth. I feel part icularly moved to address this after hearing of yet anoth-er suicide this past week at a highly competitive uni-versity where many of our students aspire to attend. I never get desensitized, even though statistics show that 10 percent of all college students con-template suicide at some point and that depression, anxiety, substance use and eating disorders are per-vasive issues on college campuses.

I, too, have to join the ranks of professionals and parents who are asking, what we are doing to our youth that they feel so much pressure and stress to want to end their lives? Marilee Jones, the former director of admissions at MIT, speaks eloquently about this issue in her book, “Less Stress and More Success.” While she acknowledges that col-lege officers sometimes inadvertently perpetu-ate this stress, parents also need to share some responsibility. It is com-monplace to find par-ents who measure their own self-worth through the accomplishment of their sons and daughters. However, in my practice, I find that parents are generally motivated more by fear of their student not being able to com-pete in this global society

and be financially secure in today’s economy, than their need to obtain brag-ging rights.

As a college counsel-or, I see firsthand how students can perceive

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of endless extracurricu-lar activities and student leadership positions in order to compete for a seat at a highly selective university. Springtime brings a constant barrage of testing as students go from one SAT to the next, believing that their future rests on these test results.

While I am tempted to tell students to slow down the pace and focus on get-ting a good night’s sleep, I also recognize what it takes to stand out from the crowd. I would love to tell the students who I work with to use sum-mer as a chance to relax and enjoy their family and friends. As parents, we can remember a time when summer was meant for daydreaming and a chance to kick back at the beach.

Yet as a college coun-selor, I must realistically advise them to consider that admission officers see summer as another class and opportunity to take their learning out-side the classroom. For students who have for-saken sleep, family time and even their adoles-cence as they race toward gaining admission to a prestigious college, it can be disheartening to dis-cover that when they do enroll, their efforts only

necessitate that they run faster amongst an even more competitive pool of students.

If you get the opportu-nity, I advice all parents to watch the documentary, “The Race to Nowhere,” which features the heart-breaking stories of stu-dents across the country. In interviewing a wide cross-section of students, the film highlights how our students have become disengaged, how stress-related illness, depression and burnout have become rampant, and how young people arrive at college and the workplace unpre-pared and uninspired. I personally have seen the film twice now and each time leave with a com-mitment to ensure that I deliver the message that admission to any college, regardless of its ranking, is not worth sacrificing our children’s mental or physical health.

It will be crucial for all of us to refocus on making the most of those fleeting last years of high school, when our students are still home with us, and know that they left for college resilient, happy and healthy — regardless of where they end up.

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Wednesday | 5Probus Club of MerCer Island MeetIng: 10:30 a.m., June 5, Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Ave. S.E. Mountains To Sound Greenway spokes-man, Doug Schindler, will describe the organization’s vision of the future I-90 corridor. Public welcome.

Thursday | 6alzheIMer’s CaregIver suPPort grouP: 3-4:30 p.m., June 6, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. A con-sistent, caring place for

group members to discuss the challenges and prob-lems of the disease, find emotional support and exchange information about Alzheimer’s.MIval gallery artIst reCePtIon: “Nature’s Perspective,” 5-8 p.m., June 6, 2836 78th Ave. S.E. Show is open June 6-30. Thirty artists are members with works of painting, jewelry, ceramics, photog-raphy, scarves and cards. Refreshments, wine served. www.mival.org.MerCer Island freeMasons MeetIng: 6:30 p.m., June 6, VFW Post 5760, 1836

72nd Ave. S.E. Mercer Island Lodge #297, Free & Accepted Masons of WA, meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August. Dinner: 6:30 p.m. Meeting: 7:30 p.m. www.mercerislandmasons.org.nyhs sPrIng ProduCtIon- “the dIary of anne frank”: 7 p.m., June 6, Youth Theatre Northwest, 8805 S.E. 40th Street. A play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett. Tickets: www.nyhs.net.

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beCoMe a suCCessful Investor: 9 a.m., June 8-15, U.S. Bank, 2755 77th Ave. S.E. Presented by Investors & Options Trading Institute. Learn successful investing from a retired pro from Pacific Stock Exchange and a major brokerage firm in Beverly Hills. Cost: $150. Contact: 1-888-981-2512, [email protected] eMergenCy resPonse teaM Class: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., June 8, City Hall Council Chambers, 9611 S.E. 36th Street. Unit 5: Search & Rescue/Communications. Courses will review for the CERT

test. www.mercergov.org/emergencyprep.

sunday | 9MerCer Island farMers Market oPenIng day: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 9, 7700 S.E. 32nd St. Produce-only market with more than 50 local, sustainable farmers and vendors each week. Music: original blues by Garrett and Westcott, acoustic duo from Seattle. Kids activities: “Time to Plant a Sunflower, Come Play With Judy.” Special event: “Garden Days at the Market.” Ask the expert: Visit the master gardener’s booth. www.mifarmers-market.org.

Monday | 10onlIne genealogy researCh - sPeCIalIzIng In sePhardIC genealogy of the ottoMan eMPIre: 7:30-9 p.m., June 10, Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 East Mercer Way. Find out how Victor Alkana researched and com-piled 160,000 people, primarily of Sephardic origin. Presented by Jewish Genealogical Society of Washington State. Cost: $5 (nonmembers). www.jgsws.org.

Tuesday | 11MerCer Island rotary Club lunCheon: 12-1:30 p.m., June 11, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Weekly meeting covers club activities and features a guest speaker. General public is welcome.

Wednesday | 12senIor lunCh & ConversatIon: 12-1 p.m., June 12, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th St. Reservations due by 4 p.m. on the day before. Call (206) 275-7895, prompt #2. Transportation available. Lunch fee: $5 plus tax.

evenTs | UpcomingMerCer gallery early suMMer show artIsts’ reCePtIon: 6:30-8 p.m., June 13, MICEC, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Show open through July 19. Artists: Patricia Tamburini, Beni Chen O’Donnell, Ed McCarthy, Anna Macrae.MerCer Island lIbrary renovatIon PublIC MeetIng: 6:30-8 p.m., June 13, Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. S.E. Review and offer input about the design for a renovated library as presented by the architectural team Miller-Hull Partnership.“exCerPts froM CInderella”: 7 p.m., June 13, Mercer Island High School Performing Arts Center, 9100 S.E. 42nd St. Members of Island Youth Ballet and Children’s Dance Conservatory perform. General admission: $20. www.ChildrensDance.org.2nd annual “lIve vs. reCorded” event: 7:30-9:30 p.m., June 13, Mercer Island Congregational Church, 4545 Island Crest Way. Presented by Pacific Northwest Audio Society, featuring Seattle Opera soprano Kimberly Giordano and violin soloist Marie Rossano. Open to the pub-lic. Food, drinks provided. www.audiosociety.org. ChIld Car seat CheCk-uP: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 14, Renton Public Health Center, 3001 N.E. 4th St. Free. Bring your car, car seat and child and learn how to properly install your car seat. free reCyClIng & shreddIng event: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 15, Windermere Real Estate, 2737 77th Ave. S.E. Presented by Mercer Island Youth & Family Services and local nonprofit Green Planet. For more, go to www.mercerislandpulse.com/freerecycling or con-tact (206) 232-0446.

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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library4400 88th ave. s.e.(206) 236-3537www.kCls.org/MerCerIslanddIsCover your faMIly hIstory - an IntroduCtIon to genealogy: 2 p.m., June 9. Claudia Breland, a professional genealo-gist with over 35 years of experience, will walk you through the early steps of tracing your family history. For beginners. Registration required.CoMPuter Class - one-on-one assIstanCe: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., June 14. A KCLS volunteer instructor will provide one-on-one assistance. Registration required.droP-In to learn about ebooks: 1 p.m., June 16. Get started with KCLS eBooks.CoMPuter Class - MICrosoft word level 1: 7 p.m., June

19. Registration required.MerCer Island frIends of the lIbrary hardbaCk bargaIn sale: June 20-23. During library open hours. Get great bargains on books while supporting the library.a PlaCe at the table - Meet author rICk browne: 7 p.m., June 20. Join Rick Browne, host of the PBS television show, “Barbeque America,” and author of four books. Demonstration, tasting included. Nonperishable food dona-tions accepted for local King County food banks. www.kcls.org/cooks.oPera PrevIew - “rIng” by rIChard wagner: 7 p.m., Tuesdays. “Das Rheingold,” June 25; “Die Walkure,” July 9; “Siegfried,” July 16; “Gotterdammerung,” July 23. Presented by Norm Hollingshead. “The Ring of the Nibelungen” was first performed at Bayreuth in 1876.

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suMMer readIng PrograM: starts June 1. Get read-ing, earn prizes and enjoy fun programs. Ask at the library for details.bIg dIg ConCert: 10:30 a.m., June 18. Presented by Eric Ode. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Award-winning songwriter and author; high-partici-pation music and poetry program.thuMbelIna PuPPet show: 2 p.m., June 25. Presented by Oregon Shadow Theatre. Ages 4 and older with adult. Enjoy a beautiful shadow puppet show with live music. Performance is held in a dark room; not appropriate for very young children.MIss Margaret’s bon voyage: 2 p.m., June 30. Come wish farewell to longtime Mercer Island Children’s Librarian Margaret Martin as she

pursues new adventures. Drop by to say goodbye and enjoy cake, refresh-ments and a musical performance with Nancy Stewart at 2 p.m.teensteen zone - study and gaMes: 3:15 p.m., June 6; 2 p.m., Mondays/Wednesdays through June 12. Hang out, do home-work, play board games.study zone: 4 p.m., June 11. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.teen advIsory board: 7 p.m., June 18. Teens, voice your opinions on the pro-grams and services that the library offers.readIng buddIes traInIng: 1 p.m., June 26. Mandatory orientation for teens vol-unteering to read with children this summer. Applications due: June 10. Contact: Carrie, [email protected].

to boys and girls ages 5-14. The five-day camp runs

June 24-28, while a three-day version is available July 29-31. Both sessions run 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with lunch and snack breaks. Each season also has the option of a half-day camp from 9 a.m. to noon. The five-day camp runs $175 for students, while the three-day version is $125.

Anyone interested in registering or learning more should contact Rigby by email at [email protected].

Mercer Island girls basketball Junior Hoopster camp registration open

Registration is now open for girls in kindergarten through fifth grade to take part in the Mercer Island girls basketball summer junior hipster camp.

The camp will run June 24 through June 28, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the MIHS gym.

The camp will help stu-dents work on their pass-ing, shooting, dribbling and footwork skills with members of the MIHS girls

high school team. The camp is $130 for the

full week, which includes a T-shirt.

To learn more, visit www.migb.org.

Mercer Island 5/6 silver lacrosse team finishes season undefeated

The Mercer Island boys 5/6 grade silver lacrosse team finished the season undefeated.

The team includes: Merrick Studer, Stewart Vassau, Killian Riley, Will Cero, Scotty Rowe, Ben Dunbar, Hunter Johnson, Jordan Tillinger, Griffin Plummer, Tynan Drayton, Luke Johnson, Tyler Robinson, Paul Murdoch,

Leif Gullstad, Jacob Farber, Glen Mahony, Max Jantos, Connor Grady, Rutger Marks and Jacob Poling.

The Islanders were coached this season by Chase York, Mike Tierney and head coach Brice York.

MI boys soccer players earn KingCo honors

Several members of the Mercer Island High School boys soccer team have earned KingCo all-league honors for the spring sea-son.

Named to the first team from Mercer Island includes goalie Sam Miller, a senior, and senior mid-fielder Josh Lee.

Senior defender Connor Neilson was named to the second team, while Jamie

Lungmus, Nate Umlauf, Nate Schuler and Sean Nevin earned honorable mentions.

If you have sports news to share, including all-league and all-state hon-ors, please contact [email protected].

Islanders play in Ultimate Frisbee National competition

Two Mercer Island natives and recent gradu-ates of Whitman College played in the Ultimate Frisbee National competi-tion in May.

Lillian Bailey and Natalie Jamerson played for Whitman, each earning high scores for the team, with Bailey scoring 12 goals

and Jamerson scoring six. It’s the first time that

the Division III school has made the national competition, which fea-tured other local schools such as the University of Oregon and the University of Washington.

Registration open for Baseball Jazz pro baseball camp

Registration is now open for the Baseball Jazz pro baseball camp on Mercer Island this summer.

The camp is for play-ers 8 through 13 in all experience levels, offering instruction in hitting, field-ing, throwing and game situations.

The first session of the

summer runs from June 17-20 at Island Crest Park, from 9 a.m. to noon each day.

The second camp will be held Aug. 19-22, also at Island Crest Park, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Both camps are $143 for residents and $170 for non-residents.

Learn more at www.myparksandrecreat ion.com or by calling (206) 275-7609.

Registration open for Mercer Island cross country camp in July

Registration is now open for the annual ‘Run For The Hill of It’ cross country camp, to be held in July.

The camp, coached by Erica and John Hill, will run July 22-26 on Mercer Island. Erica Hill is the longtime MIHS cross country coach, while her husband John is a coach at Bellevue High School.

The camp is $135, which includes a T-shirt and snack. Kids ages 6-9 meet from 9 a.m. to noon, while kids ages 10-14 meet from 1 to 4 p.m. at Luther Burbank Park.

To register or learn more, contact John at [email protected].


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Waterfront Time $4,800,000

A “home built to last”! New construct ion incl 5BR/6BA, 115’ level wft w/sandy beach, pvt dock and view of Mt. Rainier. Outstanding details too n u m e r o u s t o l i s t ! #473900


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Real Estate for SaleLots/Acreage

19.8 Treed acres, 10 minutes north of Rear- d a n , WA . S e c l u d e d County road., has wa- t e r / p o w e r / p h o n e i n . Beautiful view west over Spokane River Valley, bui ld ing s i te c leared. $89,500. Jeff (360)201- 2390 or (360)366-5011Vacant Land

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Off Island Real Estate

$194,900-Short Sale- Perfect loca- t i o n fo r yo u r b e a c h house getaway! Access to a private, pea gravel beach for fishing, walks, and summer moorage. 3 B R / 2 . 5 B A , 1 2 0 0 s f #451141

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Bainbridge $599,000

Expect the unexpected! Nestled into a pr ivate natural one acre site, this home is magical. A modern twist to a northwest n a t i v e . 4 B R / 2 . 5 B A , 3280sf. #472642

Michele Schuler 206-992-2013


Bremerton$189,900

Wonderful new 3 BD/2.5 BA short sale with landscaped backyard, new car pets and laminate flooring and security system. located near parks a n d a g o l f c o u r s e . #478483



Custom Estate $1,235,000

Spectacular 2.5 acre es- ta te w i th poo l , ADU, sport court, poolhouse, year-round creek. Street of Dreams builder Gre- gerson Homes custom built this 2005 5BR home #457615



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Incredible value $1,699,000

Prime dwtwn Bellevue location. Custom built ‘09 this stunning Vuecrest home is perfect many lifestyles! 5-Star quality, 3 B R / 3 . 5 B A , o f f i c e . 3300+sf. #454022



Issq Schools! $515,000

Renton Highlands Luxury 2005 Burnstead craftsman w/designer touches at every turn. 4BR+loft, 2.5BA & 2821 square feet. Gourmet Kitchen with stainless appliances. #490425



Kingsgate$369,900

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Mtn View Estate $1,388,000

Extraordinary entertaining spaces. Main floor Master and Guest Suite with separate entrance offers livable luxury. 2.35 tranquil acres with flow- ing river beds #468248



Newcastle Ridge $539,500

High cei l ings/rounded c o r n e r s / l o t s o f light/AC/three levels of supe rb cons t r uc t i on . S m a l l e n c l a v e o f 8 h o m e s : 4 B R o n o n e floor/bonus and library on lower. #486891

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New in Kirkland$679,900

Beautiful 3BD/2.5BA octagon home w/access to multiple trails & excellent views of Lake Washing- ton & the Olympics. Hur- ry! This adorable home will go quickly! #481825



*New Listing* $719,000

Roseh i l l i n K i r k land- m o v e r i g h t i n ! F e a 4BR/2.5BA, office, living rm, dining rm, fam rm and gourmet kit w/center island & gas cooking. Lg patio & fully fenced bkyd. #489146



Ravenna$449,000

3 bedroom 2 bath home. Master on main, hardwood f loors, barrel led ceilings, fireplace, crown m o l d i n g a n d a r c h e d doorways. Fully fenced backyard with patio & fire pit #492137



Redmond $489,000

This newly remodeled 1972 3BR/2BA gem is wonderfully placed in a quiet Redmond cul-de- s a c n e a r M i c r o s o f t . B e a u t i f u l n ew h d w d floors, all new windows #491397

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


Seward Park $787,000

Mid Century gem w/ view in great neighborhood- totally renovated in 2006: new kitchen, baths, millwork, lower level with rec rm+2 bedrms & den & large yard



-Short Sale-$299,900

You must see this amaz- i n g 3 - L e v e l A u b u r n h o m e ! C u s t o m bu i l t home fea tu res 3 fu l l kitchens on every floor, 3 full baths w/ laundry clos- e t s , 3 B R , 3 fplcs.#334934




The Pinnacle $1,678,000

Rising above it all sits a house on a hill overlooking the land of sunsets, reflective lake & spark- l i n g c i t y s k y l i n e s . 5 B R / 6 B A , 6 3 5 0 s f . #462809



Woodridge $524,800

Oppor tunity knocks in sought -a f te r Wester n Wo o d r i d g e ! O r i g i n a l 1964 tri-level sits proudly on a park-like sunny corner lot. 4BR plus den/office, 2.25 baths. #490713



W Seattle$304,900

S S. G r e a t 2 B R / 1 B A 940SF home in the Ge- nessee nbrhd of West Seat t le. C lose to the junction, shops, schools. Large back yard, 1 car garage. Great star ter home! #397600


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#1CONDO FURNITURE Sale 5/29 - 6/6!!!!!! Ethan Allen dining set (8 pc) $475. Lane sofa, beige $225. (3) Recliners $200 ea. Sleeper sofa (twin) $200. Twin bed; complete, rarley used $200. Antique dresser with mir- ror $500. 2 Italian designed nightstands $100 e a c h . P i n e A r m o i r e $400. All like new! Bain- bridge 206-949-4774.

ASAP ~ MUST SELL! All in great shape! Couch, loveseat, bookcase and s i d e t a b l e s $ 1 2 5 0 . Brown fabric couch and loveseat , so l id wood bookcase and two side t ab les . G reen fab r i c couch & loveseat, with three piece glass top table set (rod i ron with gold leaves on the base) all $750. Glass dining room table with 4 leather/ brass chairs (custom made) $700. Blue futon couch s leeper $200 . Beautyrest Sleeper mat- t r ess boxsp r i ng and frame (only 6 months o ld) $600. Englander mattress and boxspring with sleigh bed frame $300. 3 Piece wood bedroom dresser ensemble $500. Black wine table rack $250. 6 mo new washer and dryer May- tag set, excellent condition $600. Please call for details 360-434-3423.

COUCH AND Coffee Ta- b le fo r sa le . Each 4 ye a rs o l d . Couc h i s clean, good quality, no rips, stains, tears. Gold fabric seats and back, brown leather base and arms. 40” deep x 90” long. Inside arm to inside arm is 68”. Table is 28” wide/ deep x 53” long x 19” high. Darker wood surface, cabin-like appearance with metal base. Shows light wear. $240 for both. 425-270- 7192

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY HOUSING Stop by our COLDWELL BANKER BAIN Mercer Island o� ce for a Hot Sheet of New Listings, Sunday Open Houses or Sold Properties in your neighborhood!

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COLDWELL BANKER BAIN MERCER ISLAND OFFICE | 7808 SE 28th Street #128, Mercer Island | 206-232-4600To see every home that is for sale in Western Washington go to cbbain.com

OFF ISLAND HOMES

VACANT LAND

Kingsgate $369,900Quiet 2BD/1.5BA, home. Skylights brighten up the living area & french doors open to spacious deck w/hot tub overlooking beautifully maintained, fully fenced bkyd. SS. #485433


West Seattle $304,900SS. Great 2BR/1BA 940SF home in the Genessee nbrhd of West Seattle. Close to the junction, shops, schools. Large back yard, 1 car garage. Great starter home! #397600

James R. Shute 206-230-5421

-SHORT SALE- $299,900You must see this amazing 3-Level Auburn home! Custom built home features 3 full kitchens on every � oor, 3 full baths w/ laundry closets, 3BR, 3 fplcs.#334934

James R. Shute 206-230-5421

Key Peninsula $194,900-Short Sale- Perfect location for your beach house getaway! Access to a private, pea gravel beach for � shing, walks, and summer moorage. 3BR/2.5BA, 1200sf #451141


Bremerton $189,900Wonderful new 3 BD/2.5 BA short sale with landscaped backyard, new carpets and laminate � ooring and security system. located near parks and a golf course. #478483


Issq Schools! $515,000Renton Highlands Luxury 2005 Burnstead craftsman w/designer touches at every turn. 4BR+loft, 2.5BA & 2821 square feet. Gourmet Kitchen with stainless appliances. #490425


Woodridge $524,800Opportunity knocks in sought-after Western Woodridge! Original 1964 tri-level sits proudly on a park-like sunny corner lot. 4BR plus den/of� ce, 2.25 baths. #490713


Newcastle Ridge $539,500High ceilings/rounded corners/lots of light/AC/three levels of superb construction. Small enclave of 8 homes:4BR on one � oor/bonus and library on lower. #486891

Hedy Joyce 206-406-7275

◆ Redmond $489,000This newly remodeled 1972 3BR/2BA gem is wonderfully placed in a quiet Redmond cul-de-sac near Microsoft. Beautiful new hdwd � oors, all new windows #491397

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

◆ Ravenna $449,0003 bedroom 2 bath home. Master on main, hardwood � oors, barrelled ceilings, � replace, crown molding and arched doorways. Fully fenced backyard with patio & � re pit #492137


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


Building Site $398,000Partial 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


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

Westside View $500,000South Mercer Island westside view residential building site in area of other newer homes. Opportunity for creating a home of your choice. Utilities available. #482387


Build a Dream! $549,000Design and build your dream home! Prime location in gorgeous setting. 21,350sf vacant lot. Views of lake and mtns, only 1 house from the lake. #455555


Mtn View Estate $1,388,000Extraordinary entertaining spaces. Main � oor Master and Guest Suite with separate entrance offers livable luxury. 2.35 tranquil acres with � owing river beds #468248


The Pinnacle $1,678,000Rising above it all sits a house on a hill overlooking the land of sunsets, re� ective lake & sparkling city skylines. 5BR/6BA, 6350sf. #462809


Custom Estate $1,235,000Spectacular 2.5 acre estate with pool, ADU, sport court, poolhouse, year-round creek. Street of Dreams builder Gregerson Homes custom built this 2005 5BR home #457615


Incredible Value $1,699,000Prime dwtwn Bellevue location. Custom built ‘09 this stunning Vuecrest home is perfect many lifestyles! 5-Star quality, 3BR/3.5BA, of� ce. 3300+sf. #454022


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Bainbridge $599,000Expect the unexpected! Nestled into a private natural one acre site, this home is magical. A modern twist to a northwest native. 4BR/2.5BA, 3280sf. #472642


Houghton $899,000Location-Location-Location! Minutes to everything; 2 Park N Rides, I-405, Hwy 520, Metropolitan Market, regional trails, Google, the Kirkland waterfront. 4BR/2.5BA #488795


◆ Seward Park $787,000Mid Century gem w/ view in great neighborhood- totally renovated in 2006: new kitchen, baths, millwork, lower level with rec rm+2 bedrms & den & large yard


New in Kirkland $679,900Beautiful 3BD/2.5BA octagon home w/access to multiple trails & excellent views of Lake Washington & the Olympics. Hurry! This adorable home will go quickly! #481825


*New Listing* $719,000Rosehill in Kirkland-move right in! Fea 4BR/2.5BA, of� ce, living rm, dining rm, fam rm and gourmet kit w/center island & gas cooking. Lg patio & fully fenced bkyd. #489146



See these luxury homes and others at CBBain.com/luxury.E xceptional Sunday

COLDWELL BANKER BAIN MERCER ISLAND OFFICE | 7808 SE 28th Street #128, Mercer Island | 206-232-4600To see every home that is for sale in Western Washington go to cbbain.com

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY HOUSING Stop by our COLDWELL BANKER BAIN Mercer Island o� ce for a Hot Sheet of New Listings, Sunday Open Houses or Sold Properties in your neighborhood!

MERCER ISLAND HOMES

Vacation on MI $4,290,000Chic 4BR/4BA home fea 80’ wft w/sandy beach, pvt dock, level grassy bkyd. Art walls, window wall…enjoy this home inside and out! Seattle only minutes away. #440326


Waterfront Time $4,800,000A “home built to last”! New construction incl 5BR/6BA, 115’ level wft w/sandy beach, pvt dock and view of Mt. Rainier. Outstanding details too numerous to list! #473900


Cape Cod Estate $3,000,000Extraordinary property-Acre+ of formal gardens, exquisite renovation of inte-rior, 5BR/4.5BA, main master+formal rooms+fam rm+rec rm, outdoor rm+pool-gorgeous! #391328


Westside Resort $2,480,000Great opportunity-own private 74+/-ft waterfront + private dock-boat included-Master on main � r+den+lwr level rec rm+3BRs #473532 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-949-3270

Suzanne Lane 206-419-6387

Gold Coast 60’ $3,125,000Clean lines and walls of windows sets the stage for this 5BR/2.75BA home. Master suites on both � oors offers � exibility. 60’ of wtft, 183’ dock & sandy beach! #471980


MEET OUR BROKERS

Barbara Bro has helped home buyers and sellers with Lifestyle Transitions for the past 28 years. This experienced relocation consultant and senior real

estate specialist wants you to live your dream. With a Team that spans from King to Snohomish counties, you can count on Barbara to make your transaction process a positive one and exceed your expectations. A home is part of your Lifestyle. Enjoy it !

Barbara Bro(206) 459-8411

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The market has really been explosive this year; it has been an incredibly active few months! Since December, we have been operating with extremely low inventory and high demand in the market; there simply have not been enough homes available to keep up with the number of buyers. This has been especially true with homes under the $1 Million price point. A majority of our inventory is priced over $1 Million yet many of the buyers are currently shopping under that threshold. It has been very common for homes listed in the $600,000 - $800,000 price range to receive 6, 7, 8 or more o� ers, driving the selling price up over the asking price. Spring has always been a sellers’ market, and this year is no exception and all the indicators point to this trend continuing well into summer and fall.

When getting your home ready to sell there are several key elements you need to consider: curb appeal, how the entrance is framed entering the home as well as the overall feel of the interior itself. Most buyers will have started to make up their mind about a home as they approach the front door, so put your best foot forward in your front yard and at the front door, will let the home speak your prospective buyers. Working with a designer/stager is another great tool that will give you that extra edge when it comes to getting the maximum value from your home.

Becky Nadesan, 206-972-1113, [email protected]

Shared Wtft $1,250,000Westside .49 Acre parcel; 50 ft, moorage & boat lift; more view w/recent tree removal, Great rm+kit+fam rm+liv rm+den+master on main +rec rm+carport+2 car gar #400850


Lake Views! $1,250,000Contemporary 3-level luxury home located on private .46ac lot w/ Lk Washington views on every level. 6,070sf, 6BR/5.25BA. Short Sale #448700

Chase Costello 206-999-4420Jeff Costello 206-595-5709

◆ *New Listing* $925,000Views of lake, Mt Rainier & Cascades~unique multi-level home features 3BR/3BA, den (or 4th BR), living room w/TV room, chic kitchen w/dining space + bar seating. #491730


Ready 4 Summer $699,000Surrounded by mature plantings and a level, sunny yard w/gardens, this meticulously maintained 5 bedroom home is move-in ready. Over 2900sf! #484118


Lk View Condo $878,000Penthouse Lvl Loft & Prvt Deck, View Se-attle, Lk WA & MI. 2704SF, 3BR/2.5BA, Mstr Suite, Of� ce/Den, Granite, Bam-boo, Marble. Close to Dwntwn MI. Townhouse Style Condo. #487081

Galen Hubert 206-778-9787

First Hill $1,450,000City, Lake & mtn views, completely renovated 2005, 2 master suites, formal liv & din+fam rm in kitchen+rec rm bsmt-walk to Lid Park & town -enter on 66th #483416 Laura Parris-Reymore 206-230-5351

Fabulous Design $1,348,000Soaring ceilings, pretty NW views, incredible spaces for all. 5BRs, 4.5BA. Stunning of� ce, with big views + bonus rm. Full au pair level. 3+ car gar. #473915


Exceptional! $2,399,000Outstanding quality 5BR+of� ce/5.75 bath on rare 12,000 SF street-to-street lot. N. End: EZ I-90 access. Lake/Mtn Views. Chef’s kitchen. Legal ADU (separate unit) #479109

Sarah Ford 206-854-7702

North End $1,338,000Welcome to this beautiful custom home built by First Edition in 2000. Warm hardwood � rs, soaring ceilings & walls of windows set the tone. 4 ensuite bedrooms! #487046


◆ New on Market $1,580,000Amazing opportunity to live in very desirable so. end neighborhood. Newly built in 2007, this 5BR, 4BA, 3 car garage, light-� lled home welcomes you! #490989

Debbie Barbara 206-300-6077

mercer island reporter, june 05, 2013

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