LUMMI ISLAND COMMMUNITY CLUB
NEWSLETTER
January 19, 1978
COMMURITY CLUB MEETING . . … . . . . . . . . . WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1978
POTLUCK DINNER 6:30 PM GENERAL MEETING ‑‑ 7:30 PM
Agenda: “Conserve Today for Power Tomorrow?
The planned program for the next LICC meeting to be held at the Grange Hall, Wednesday, January 25, at 7:30, PM will have Caroline Jank and Gary Swofford of Puget Power presenting a program entitled. “Conserve Today for Power Tomorrow”. The presentation will deal with energy conservation in the home and will include a short film “Saving Energy at Home”. We hope to see many Islanders attend what promises to be an Interesting, informative and educational meeting.
Preliminary nominations for this year’s LICC officers and board members will also be held. Elections will be at the February meeting with any additional nominations made at that time for all officer positions, one two-year board, member and three one-year board members (this being due to there not being an outgoing President.
Officers whose terms are expiring are Vice President ‑ Gerri Neuman; Treasurer ‑ Paul Davis; Secretary ‑ Carole Hammond; plus one-year board members Gary Gaines, Will Roehl, and Marvin Burger terms expire and Phyllis Lockwood’s two-year term is expiring. Cathy Luke starts her second year of her two‑year term as a board member.
All Islanders are invited to the meeting and welcome to join the membership.
NEW FERRY RATE SCHEDULE ADOPTED
A brief summary of the new rate schedule is as follows:
ROUND TRIP RATES.
Motor Vehicles under 8,001 lbs. gross weight $2.75
8,001 to 12,000 lbs. gross we!ght 5.50
12,001 to 20,000 lbs. gross weight: 8.00
20,001 to 29,000 lbs. gross weight 11.00
28,06! to 36,000 lbs. gross weight 13.50
36,00i to 48j000 lbs. gross weight. 19.00
Heavy machinery shall be charged at the corresponding truck rates.
Oversize loads shall. be considered on an individual basis.
Trailers Under 8,001 lbs. gross weight (no reduced fares) 2.75
Over 8,000 lbs. gross weight shall be charged at the
same rate as trucks of comparable weight
Logging trailers, carried on trucks, shall be charged regular round
Trip-rates.
Motorcycles 1.50
Bicycles 0.75
Drivers, passengers, pedestrians ‑ 12 yrs. and over 1.00
Children under 12 yrs. when accompanied by parent/guardian Free
PERMITS ‑ VEHICLE ONLY (Valid through January 13, 1979)
Motor Vehicles ‑Under 8,001 lbs. gross weight $300.00
Trucks 8,001 to 24,000 lbs. gross weight 400.00
Vehicular permits shall be permanently mounted on driver’s side of lower windshield of vehicles in full view of Ferry Personnel to be valid. Permit will not be honored unless so mounted. PERMITS MUST BE PURCHASED AT COURT HOUSE. Ownership of original and transferred vehicular permits shall not be changed and must match ownership of vehicle on which they are used.
BOOK PURCHASE, (May be purchased on ferry or at Court House)
Books of 25 tickets for vehicle fare may be purchased for 40% of
single roundtrip rates $27.50
Books of 25 tickets for passenger/driver/pedestrian fare may
be purchased for 40% of single round‑trip rates. 10.00
Children 12 thru 15 yrs. may purchase pedestrian/passenger books
for,20% of single round‑trip rates. 5.00
Adults over 65 may purchase ticket books at 30% of single round‑trip 7.50
rates for their use only for vehicles under 8,001 lbs. gross weight
and as a driver/pedestrian/passenger providing their combined annual income does not exceed $6,000. THESE MUST BE PURCHASED AT THE COURT HOUSE.
Tickets must be left intact, in the book, to be valid. Vehicle books may be used for only one vehicle per crossing. There will be no cash refund of unused book tickets. A pro‑rata credit not to exceed 50% of full book value may be obtained toward the purchase of new books when such are obtained at the courthouse.
Ticket books will be available on the Whatcom Chief, with the possibility of additional County personnel selling them on the 30th and 31st.
CIVIC CLUB NEWS
Civic Club held the first meeting of the New Year January 12 at the home of Maud Brown. A committee of Beth Hudson and Libba Johnson was appointed to make plans for the group to bus to Seattle Center for the King Tut exhibit sometime next Fall. Everyone present enjoyed pictures and a resume’ of a trip Maud and John had taken this past year to South America.
February 9 meeting will be at the home of Delia Larson with Beatrice Smith and Millicent Tuttle co-hostesses. Everyone, please bring a homemade Valentine (comic-sentimental eatable) as there will be a prize for the one voted the best by those present. – – Lois Peterson
ISLAND CHURCH MINISTER RETIRING
With a great deal of regret, the members of Lummi Island Church accepted the retirement of Carl Calhoun as resident minister at the yearly business meeting in December. At the present time, there are no definite plans for the future leadership of the Church, but this we do know…it will be difficult to replace Carl and Charlotte Calhoun.
The newly elected Board will meet January 24 to start formulating plans for the, future.
– – Lois Peterson
GRANGE’NEWS
Lummi Island Grange meets each 1st and 3rd Wednesday. New officers will assume duties at the January 18 meeting.
January 21st at 10:30 a.m. all Northwest District officers and members will meet at Laurel Grange with State officers for an officers’ information and training session
Some plans will be brought up regarding the State convention which will be held in Bellingham June of this year. – – Edith Granger, Secretary
STATUS ‑ NEW LUMMI ISLAND FERRY DOCK (From the office of Ed Henken, County Engineer 1‑17‑78)
Our office has received numerous questions as to the status of the new dock and we welcome this opportunity to clarify some of these.
The initial problem with the operation of the dock was that the hanging rods were improperly bent, and accordingly, had to be removed, taken to the manufacturing plant and bent as to conform with the arc that the hanging beam made when moving up and down.
After this was corrected, a vibration was noted which was traced to the drive shafts between the motor and gear box. There was extensive hassling as to who was responsible but two new drive shafts were manufactured, balanced and have now been installed.
As part ‘of the ongoing question of responsibility, we are intending to operate the dock extensively before accepting the drive shafts due to the difference in design opinion between the shaft designer and shaft fabricator.
Upon operating the dock, it was noted that it descends under its own power at a very rapid rate. Our staff was quite concerned about this, particularly in the event of a power outage, and as a result an emergency stop is now being installed to prevent the dock from going clear to the bottom in the event of a power outage together with an equipment or human malfunction.
Once the dock was placed in operation, a circuit breaker kept kicking out. This could have been caused by any one of a number of reasons such as too small a motor, not having heavy enough wiring, excessive friction, equipment hangup, a faulty circuit breaker, or even other items. The circuit breaker was replaced ten days ago with a somewhat heavier one and it is intended to have an electrical trouble shooter on the project for the next few days to see if there is any electrical problem remaining.
Manson Construction will be back on the project this week and in addition to other work will be cutting a higher slot in the hanging rod and widening the existing slots’ which will allow the dock to go approximately 18 Inches higher than before.
We have asked the consultant to come up with a method for protecting the apron cylinder from physical damage at high tide when the boat is loading and there should be a surge lifting the boat up into the apron. We have not yet had this problem resolved.
We are optimistic that the County Commissioners will fund the monies needed to provide two additional dolphins and make the south breakwater more solid so that this work can be performed under better weather conditions this summer.
Problems relative to the distance the apron extends on the boat is also being carefully checked out, temporary solutions devised, and long range solutions explored.
It should also be clarified that these problems are not the fault of the contractor, Manson Construction, who appears to be doing an excellent job. By way of reassurance to all Islanders, we have no intention of taking out the old dock until the new dock has proven itself in actual service.
THEFT ON ISLAND
We would really like to think that our Island is free of THIEVES, but after losing 4 strings of outside lights from our front yard display Sunday night, January 1st, we have changed our line of thinking.
The “GUILTY ONE(S) at least waited till the holidays were about over and let us and our friends enjoy the lights.
We would very much appreciate it if the “CULPRITS” would return our lights some night to our yard so we might all enjoy them again next year.
January 1st we had no police protection; we wonder if that had anything to do with it?
– – Marion & Millicent Tuttle
RIDDLEOF THE MONTH
What do Saturday Evening Post and Life Magazine have in common with the LICC Newsletter?
The answer: Nothin’. Your Newsletter is a viable, financially solvent publication because there are enough people who want to read it to pay for all of its expenses. Or at least there will be after the last minute flurry of subscription requests after this final reminder. We already have enough members and subscribers to pay for over 90% of our anticipated expenses this year. There is no truth to the rumor that the last person to subscribe will receive a year’s free unlimited ferry passage. So you have nothing to gain by putting it off any longer, and you might miss the February issue if you try to out-procrastinate the champions on this here island. You can use the handy coupon in this Newsletter or otherwise get the money to me. Anything that works is OK with me.
In case you missed, our previous announcements, beginning with next month’s issue, the Newsletter will go only to those who have paid membership dues or an equivalent donation. We have discontinued the policy of sending the Newsletter to all Island residents because of apparent disinterest and cost considerations. I write a receipt for all money received even if you don’t ask for a copy. These receipts become our master address file. If you decline actual membership, I record your receipt as a donation or Newsletter subscription.
If we have more than enough subscriptions to pay for publication costs, the surplus automatically ends up in our general fund. And we have talked at length about what that means. Last month we were called upon to honor our pledge of $500 to help finance our new ambulance. Our treasury balance Is now $1,839.00. – – Paul Davis, LICC Treasurer
LES SHANAHAN REINSTATED AS LUMMI ISLAND DEPUTY
Following is a copy of a letter received by the W.C. Sheriff’s Dept. on Jan. 18, and read over the phone to your Newsletter Editor by Don Sadler, Under Sheriff, for publication.
“On January 16, 1978, during regular session of the County Commissioners, they informed me that funds would be provided for the Lummi Island Deputy. Due to the fact that funds are not contained in your “extra help” category, it is requested that you make use of those funds at this time for the Deputy. At such time that the funds are nearly depleted, please make your request for emergency appropriation in the amount of $2,400 and it will be processed immediately. – – Ann Holst, Budget Coordinator, County Depts.”
FERRY DOCK PARK TO BECOME A REAL.ITY
Roger DeSpain and Gary Chadwick of the W.C. Parks Dept. brought to the island Jan. 18 a copy of the drawing for our ferry dock park and were available to explain and answer questions about the proposal. Those present were more than pleased with the plan: a combination of fishing area, temporary boat moorage, picnic tables & viewing tower. The drawings were made by the Park Dept. based on preliminary meetings with an Island committee.
In December, the Park Dept. directed the State Dept. of Fisheries to dive in the area of the dock and inspect the sealife. After using the Harold Long’s garage for a dressing room, the divers explored the area for 2 hrs. with these results: cod fish, many-many crab, and lotsa garbage. They suggested an artificial reef would bring in many forms of sealife and improve fishing to a great degree.
The Island has an opportunity to submit names for our park so why not take a few minutes to go to the Post Office and take a look at a copy of the drawing left for Islanders to view. Submit suggestions to Roger DeSpain, W.C. Parks, 3373 Mt. Baker Hwy., Bellingham.
More details about our Park in the next issue of ‘the Newsletter. – – Cathy Luke
EMTs TO BE COMMENDED
Last night, I had the good fortune of witnessing a practice session of our dedicated EMT’s (Emergency Medical Technicians). They staged a very real auto accident near my home, and I was impressed, with the expertise, calmness and caring with which they tended the “victims”. I feel very fortunate to live in a community in which such a team Is available. I have no doubt they can make the difference between life and death. Thank you Jo Ann, Kurt, Mike, Gary, Joan, Charlotte, John, Patty and all the others. – – Carole Hammond
COMING ELECTION
The Lummi Island election board has been recently appointed to serve at the polls in the Church basement on Feb. 7 when the county will be voting on the Port of Bellingham issue. Hours will be from 7 AM to 8 PM. Board members are Maud Brown, Helen Berry, judges, and Florence Koneck Inspector.
– – Flo Konecke
1978 LUMMI ISLAND COMMUNITY CLUB MEMBERSHIP COUPON
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FEELINGS RENDERED
I would like to express my gratitude to islanders who took time to attend the meeting Dec. 27 regarding the Ferry Rate Proposals. To each of you 72 community residents, I give my thanks for your patience, understanding and ability to keep your wits about you during a time of confusion, anger and particularly “Pocket Book Pain.” Whether in agreement or disagreement with the proposals, the mere fact you were‑ concerned enough to participate leads me to believe there is not complete apathy in our community.
My hopes were to gather and unite; to rally our forces and approach the County Commissioners with facts, figures and a proposal of our own! In retrospect, I see we could have used an additional 6 weeks (or 6 years) to come up with a, proposal satisfactory to all hopefully, we’ll have more time next year. But with the time we had, I believe we at least accomplished one goal: Going to the Commissioners with a proposal that didn’t cripple the entire community…(a few black and blue bruises perhaps).
I am saddened and disappointed in one major area though! Obviously, previous holiday engagement or being out of town prevented many from attending the Island meeting. My sadness is felt for those who could have come and chose not to; for those who had opinions, suggestions or alternatives and chose only to complain to friends or to each other and not attend. All residents were notified by mail well in advance of the meeting. Staying home accomplished very little for the good of the community! Granted, the ferry rates will affect us all in different ways. My belief is this: If we work together, the results and productivity will benefit the entire community much more than if we divide and fight among ourselves. Cathy Luke
FIRE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Since the last Newsletter there has been one aid call, Dec. 10, for Maurine Melcher, who was transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital. There was a fire call Jan. 4 for a downed power line. *The Dept. is pleased to announce that both Carroll Hewett & Michael Oppenheimer have joined as Volunteer Firemen. The Commissioners extend their thanks to the LICC for the generous check of $500 toward the expenses of the new ambulance & supplies.* At the very fine annual Fire Dept. Christmas Party, put on by the Auxiliary, two presentations were made: one to Jerry McDonald of Retired Fire Commissioner plates; and to Ray Konecke, a gift for his 16 yrs. of service, especially in his capacity of Sec.-Treas. of the Fireman’s Assoc. *Chief Bill Hawley reports that at least 23 members are taking the Wash. State defensive driver training; this involves 16 hrs. of class time.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS. Chief Hawley warns that Batteries may be faulty and that a few models of detectors have proven to be deficient. – – J. Gaines, Sec.
VILLAGE POINT MARINA COFFEE SHOP REOPENED
The VPM Coffee Shop has reopened as of Jan. 5. Sally Evans is operating the restaurant and indicates that for the time being it will be open from 5 PM ‑ 9 PM on Thurs. and Fri. from noon ‑ 9 PM on Sat., and from noon – 6 PM on Sun. She expects to expand the menu & the operating hours in the Spring and Summer. – – Marcy Waite, Village Point Marina, Inc.
BEACH SCHOOL NEWS …. JANUARY, 1978
WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING? … BEACH SCHOOLERS have learned from many willing teachers lately..
DAVID SKLAR planned and led a trip to the VAN DALEN dairy farm in Lyndon a while back and the kids are still talking about it. JEAN GREELEY came and shared many experiences and artifacts from her recent trip to Australia and the kids are still reading the book on Aborigines she gave us … LEONE WESTERN did some fine cone craft work with the kids and they took home lovely Christmas decorations … DONNA HARRYMAN taught every kid in school to make wreaths for family doors for the holidays…JIM HANRIAHAN had the younger ones making very creative wooden games … TERRY THORNTON came for a whole week before Christmas to observe and help out … and then came Christmas! ANGUS McLANE coming day after day to direct the play he and the kids wrote..PAUL DAVIS and GARY GAINES finding and putting up a Christmas tree not only for the Christmas ship party, hut for our own … ditto the whole Sl ELDRED clan installing the good looking fireplace they built last year…DEBBIE HANRAHAN coming early on a day she worked the swing shift to make and put up boughs on each window… DOUG GRANGER, ADA KNOWLES, MICHAEL OPPENHEIMER, STONEY BURKE & MARK ROSS working with ANGUS to bring out seating risers, lights, cable, dimmers, etc. and then taking them all down and back again ‑ MRS. WALTERS going over the dancing … SUSIE TYLER getting the wee ones ready ‑ ELLEN KIYENDALL running lights so it all seemed magical … and JACKIE GAINES doing anything and everything so everything would “gell”. but mostly the CHILDREN…trying their best and hardest ‑ and succeeding in giving a loud and believable enough
play that everyone felt good about ‑ actors and audience alike! – – Patty Gregory
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