LUMMI ISLAND COMMUNITY CLUB
NEWSLETTER
February 17, 1977
C 0 M M U N I T Y C L U B M E E T I N G WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1977
POTLUCK DINNER 6:30 PM MEETING 8:00 PM
PROGRAM: SCHOOL LEVY and LICC ELECTIONS
GUEST SPEAKERS: Dr. DENNIS PETERSON, DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT
WAYNE LARSON, SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR
DAVE NICKLES, CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑‑
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20th 10:30 AM Island Church Services
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21st 7:30 PM CPR Class, Beach School
TUESDAY, MARCH 8th VOTE ‑ SCHOOL LEVY
THURSDAY,‑MARCH 10th Civic Club Meeting
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COMMUNITY CLUB NEWS
The program for the February 23rd meeting will be related to the upcoming Ferndale School District Levy which will be submitted for voter approval on March 8th. Guest speakers will be Dr. Dennis Peterson, District Superintendent, who gave an excellent presentation at the recent P.T.A. meeting, accompanied by Wayne Larson, School Board Director, and Dave Nickles, Citizens Advisory Committee. The levy is needed to fund approximately 22% of the Districts’ operation and maintenance needs for the 1977‑78 school year. We urge each and every Islander to attend this meeting; learn what the levy entails and means, and present your questions. It is expected that all three guest speakers will be attending the potluck dinner prior to the meeting, so let’s show them what scrumptious cuisine our skillful cooks can prepare. Remember, everyone is welcome to attend!
The Community Club meeting in January had as its program “Lummi Island History” as presented by local, long-time residents Clara Dunn, Maurine Melcher, Mac and Edith Granger. It proved to be an extremely interesting night with everyone in the crowd learning many interesting new (actually old) facts regarding our Island and her beginnings from Maurine’s memorable first trip to Lummi Island in 1902 to the island Grange’s unrelenting endeavor to bring the wonder of electricity to the Island. Due to time and space, this writer is unable to relate some of the highlights from Lummi’s history, but hopes to do so in future Newsletters.
In addition to the School Levy program on Wednesday, elections for officers and board members will be held during the general meeting. As a result of nominations last meeting, those running so far are Vice President, Gerri Neuman; Secretary, Carole Hammond; Treasurer, Paul Davis; Two-Year Board Member, Cathy Luke; One-Year Board Member (2 will be elected) – Gary Gaines and Marvin Burger. As you can see, there is no one running for President, and additional nominations can be made for the other positions. Nominations will be accepted from the floor before voting, so encourage your neighbor and yourself to become involved and run! There are many new people on the Island, and it is hoped to see some of them come join us. The Club is for the community, and needs community involvement to be as successful as it has in the past.
MESSAGE FROM OUTGOING PRESIDENT ‑ A Perspective of 1976:
A bulk rate on Newsletter mailings ‑ Island clean‑up ‑ Final shorlines reports – Property tax boycott? ‑ New ferry dock? ‑ Ferndale school levy and fate of Beach School – Loss of two super newsletter producers and fortunate finding of two other greats – Extended schedule for passenger boat while the “chief” was in drydock ‑ Moving salute to the Bicentennial ‑ A key to the Grange Hall ‑ Three very successful fundraising events ‑ Lobbying to keep our post office ‑ Info on new emergency Vehicle ‑ Money for land use committee ‑ Ads approved for newsletter ‑ New Tables and fire extinguishers ‑ Money for emergency equipment‑ Christmas ship ‑ Christmas party ‑ Dues increased ‑ Candidates night ‑ Change of fiscal year – Ferry rate committee ‑ Committee to preserve Beach School ‑ On Island history ‑ and the year is over. Many thanks to all who gave of their time and talents. – – Lylene Johnson
BEGINNERS ART CLASS
If anyone is interested in a “Beginners” art class using charcoal as a medium, please contact David Sklar at 758‑2424. This program will basically consist of figure proportions, black and white tone values, and simple profile sketches. There will be no cost, except for the required supplies.
ISLAND CHURCH NEWS
Church resumed on the Island February 13th after a 6-week vacation. Dr. Lawrence Brewster of the Western Washington College Speech Department was guest speaker. Until Carl Calhoun is able to return, Dr. Brewster, Dr. Erkard Skinski and Dr. Marvin Olmstead, all of WWCE, will alternate as speaker each Sunday.
The Church was beautifully decorated with the flowers and bows left for our enjoyment by the Dean Nelson family, whose daughter had been married there on Saturday afternoon.
The Calhouns are back in Bellingham after a trip to California and Carl will be having therapy for the next few weeks so they will continue to stay in town for the present. Why don’t each of you stick a card in the mail to their Lummi Island address and we will see they are delivered to Bellingham. See you in Church February 20th at 10:30 A.M.
CPR CLASS SCHEDULED
Reminder‑‑the EMT’s will be conducting another CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) class this Monday night, 7:30 P.M. at the Beach School. It will be free of charge and for one night with all EMT’s participating.
L.I.A.R.S.
The Lummi Island Anglers Recreational Society (L.I.A.R.S.) held its regular non-scheduled meeting recently to discuss topics pertaining to hunting, fishing, conservation and ecology. All members were present, and a couple of cases of refreshments were served. The featured speaker told of a hunting trip out in his barnyard, using a .22 rifle. He claimed very good success in harvesting his extra roosters, especially the slow ones; but did not have much luck in persuading his wife to clean them.
A member reported the taking of a nice eight pound Blackmouth salmon. He took it from his neighbor who had been out fishing. This prompted the rest of the members to schedule a fishing expedition to take place as soon as someone could borrow a boat and motor.
Two of our fellow sportsmen mentioned a foray to look for Agates (on a part of the Island not known for its gravel beaches) having obtained permission from the landowner. No Agates were discovered, but our intrepid warriors did return with a goodly number of oysters. They were congratulated on their foresight in taking a shovel and a couple of buckets while in search of the Elusive Rock.
About halfway through the second case of refreshments, the senior member of our organization produced an old, rusty #3 Victor double-spring beaver trap, and proceeded to give a demonstration of trapping. The senior member stated that he could trap anything. Most members agreed … as they struggled to remove his fingers from the trap.
At this point, the meeting was adjourned, leaving this reporter to pick up the empties. It was agreed that the next regular non-scheduled meeting of the L.I.A.R.S. will be held as soon as someone can afford refreshments. ……………………..- – O.W. Hunter
VISTA SCHOOL BOOSTER NIGHT
Vista Booster Night is planned for March 3rd from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. The Vista Viking Band will perform a concert. The school will be open to parents and other interested people who would like to see what the school is all about. See the students’ work which is on display. A short question and answer period for the levy is planned. Cookies and juice will be served. The evening should be both informative and entertaining, so do plan to come!
HERE AND THERE ON THE “ROCK”
On Monday, January 31st, a gathering of 45 guests assembled to honor newlyweds Dan and Marrianne Pomeroy. The event was held in the seaside atmosphere of the Village Point Marina. Highlights of the evening included a vegetarian potluck dinner and ended with the honored couple opening their variety of gifts. Hosting this event were the Art Pabors, Kurt Karrymans, Eric and Joann Gutzman, Susie Tyler and Stoney Burke.
Jonnik Noel Smith made his grand entrance into the world on February 10, 1977, at 5:08 A.M. Proud parents are Manly and Marilyn Smith. Congratulations to the new dad and mom!
Western Community College would like to give a class or classes here on Lummi Island in the Fall. They need to know who would be interested, and in what type of class. Please call Ron Peterson at the Community College.
An automatic smoke alarm system was installed in the Beach School. Donated by Linda and David Sklar of the Beach Store. Money received as a service charge fee for ferry passes was the source of finance.
The Fire Commissioners have advertised in the paper for bids for an ambulance. It is anticipated that bids will be opened February 25th, and that hopefully we will soon have a new vehicle.
BEACH SCHOOL NEWS
Ferndale School Levy Vote on March 8. Vote your own conscience. but PLEASE GET OUT AND VOTE! we need you something terrible.
Dr. Dennis Peter son, Ferndale Superintendent, and Rev. Dick Beddoe addressed a good gathering to speak on the levy at our last P.T.A. meeting. It was the first time our new Superintendent has had a chance to tour our building and he seemed impressed..He commented on a number of our ‘antiques’..we don’t think he meant the teacher. They had to leave on the 9 and it’s too bad they missed the rest of the meeting. If you want an exciting evening’s “entertainment” guaranteed to keep you awake, attend P.T.A. Mrs. Gregory plans to attend night school in the Spring to take a course in “Mouth to Mouth Combat in a Crowded Room”.. or, “How to Survive When You’re Obligated to Maintain Professionalism and Integrity”. (Well …. didn’t someone ask for something risqu~ for this newsletter?)
The children are reading copiously this month to help raise money for MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. Any adult may sponsor any child for any amount of money you specify for each book they can read during February and they send the money in to M.S. The kids are good readers anyway but this was all they needed to really GO! We thank Jeanne Finney for getting us started last year and this …. and we thank all of you on Lummi who are sponsors for the kids!
Mr. Lloyd Davis comes on Tuesdays with a wonderful film series on nature and animals and birds. If you care to come, please feel welcome. You may pick up a film schedule at either store or the school. Films at 12:45 P.M.
We’ve received some extremely helpful gifts this month. Fay and Bill Richardson gave us a very fine reel to reel tape recorder/player with speakers and everything. It will get good use! Dave and and Linda Sklar of Beach Store bought an Early Warning Smoke and Fire Alarm for the Beach School and Dave even came one Sunday and installed it! We tested it out…. and it does it work! You should see those kids clear that building! We thank all of you so very much.
Artists and visitors lately have been Ray Konecke who is teaching the older children block printing; Paul Davis who is doing woodworking; Buffy Lapof who is taking small groups out bird watching; Angus McLane who is teaching soccer; and Starr Greeley doing a story for her Journalism class. The Book Swap that Susie Tyler and Buffy Lapof arranged helped lots of people get new books and have a nice visit too. How fortunate we are for the many skilled and interested people who give of themselves to our children and their school..and your school.
The 4th and 5th graders just finished some very interesting graphs that chart Lummi Island’s voting record on levies compared with other areas within our own school district for the past 8 years. I guess we don’t need to tell young or old alike which place not only gets out the vote time and time again … but it is a higher favorable vote as well…higher than any of the others … and last year from the people who had reassessments that were higher than anywhere else! Maybe we’ll do it again … and hopefully with this new court order, this may be the Last Time we have to!!!!
DOGS’ WIN!
The Lummi Island Dogs’ Basketball team completed their regularly scheduled season on a winning note. We just missed ending up in first place by 10 games. However, for you skeptics, the Dogs were not a last place team Congratulations Dogs!!!
My body was asking with an unexplainable feeling. I wanted to walk, run, jump, shout, but I hesitated to the point of doing none of these nor anything else. So I put some serioyud thought into the surroundings and let an answer to my hesitancy flow through me.
It was so far a beautiful January. Soon the Spring planting would begin; if not by me, then Mother Nature would certainly do hers and my share.
Suddenly, there was my answer! I was feeling restless! Anxious! Always Looking ahead just far enough to want to start doing what is not ~ready to be done and I could see I was not being as natural as my surroundings.
The aches of wanting the release of Winter soon left me, and I let January be what it is; a part of Winter. It could not be a Spring month for me no matter how much I yearned for it to be so. With this awareness came release. I was a January and with almost unfelt wantings, I let myself be. I would soon enough find out what would want to bud and bloom from within me, and it only has to wait until the Springtime.
Donna Harryman 1‑8‑77
CIVIC CLUB NEWS
The Civic Club met Thursday, February 10th, at the Village Point Marin Restaurant with Maria Anderson and Grace Miller hostesses. Red and white Valentine decorations on the tables and around the room gave it a festive look.
The program arranged by Beth Hudson emphasized the work and services provided the Island by the Emergency Medical Technician group and the Volunteer Firemen. Patty Gregory and Joan Moye told of the importance of and demonstrated the “Heimlich Maneuver” technique for relieving airway obstruction caused by choking on foreign material or food.
Bill Hawley, Fire Chief, told of the advantages of a newer and better equipped emergency medical vehicle. The ladies always behind any project for the good of the Island pledged $500 toward the purchase of the ambulance.
Next meeting March 10th with Gretel Rohrbacher and Lorraine Peel hostesses. Place to be announced later.
April 14th will be a trip to Bellingham with a no-host luncheon in town and a conducted tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art “5,000 Years of Art” on loan to the Whatcom County Museum.
KNOW THE LAW (WASHINGTON STATE LAW)
16.08.020 Dogs injuring stock may be killed. It shall be lawful for any person who shall see any dog or dogs chasing, biting, injuring or killing any sheep, swine or other domestic animal, including poultry, belonging to such person, on any real property owned or leased by, or under the control of, such person, or on any public highway, to kill such dog or dogs, and it shall be the duty of the owner or keeper of any dog or dogs so found chasing, biting or injuring any domestic animal, including poultry, upon being notified of that fact by the owner of such domestic animals or poultry, to thereafter keep such dog or dogs in leash or confined upon the premises of the owner or keeper thereof, and in case any such owner or keeper of a dog or dogs shall fail or neglect to comply with the provisions of this section, it shall be lawful for the owner of such domestic animals or poultry to kill such dog or dogs found running at large.
16.08.030 Duty of owner to kill marauding dog. It shall be the duty of any person owning or keeping any dog or dogs which shall be found killing any domestic animal to kill such dog or dogs within forty‑eight hours after being notified of that fact, and any person failing or neglecting to comply with the provisions of this section shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and it shall be the duty of the sheriff or any deputy sheriff to kill any dog found running at large (after the first day of August of any year and before the first day of March in the following year) without a metal identification tag.