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Outreach worker redistributes food from LLFM to area families in needby tammy KimberleySpLASh StAFF WRiteR

While many patrons cherish getting to the Liberty Lake Farmers Market early each Saturday to pick the prime vegetables and fruits, Lisa Crumb is always most ex-cited for what’s left at the end of the day.

Crumb arrives around 12:30 p.m. each Saturday to chat with vendors and see what extra produce they are willing to do-nate to those in need. As soon as the mar-ket closes, she and her faithful volunteers gather the donated produce, weigh it and then divide it up for delivery to area fami-lies and individuals.

A self-described “stay-at-home mom who’s never home,” Crumb volunteers her time to make food deliveries each Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, putting over 600 miles weekly on her minivan to pick up food and redistribute it.

She is quick to defl ect any praise to the market vendors, saying it’s their generosity that has resulted in over 8,000 pounds of food passed on from the market this sea-son to those who cannot currently aff ord to purchase fresh produce.

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Cor Smidt, Sean moglia and Lisa Crumb gather a variety of fresh food from vendors each week at the Liberty Lake Farmers market to redistribute to people in need.

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why she’s motivated to deliver fresh food to those in need.

Q. How did you get involved with the farmers market?

A. I saw a need. I’m a social worker by degree and also by heart. I’m friends with the onsite manager

(Lori Th aler), and she knew what I did. … I ended up making a proposal to the LLFM and promised I would weigh in the food every week. It benefi ts the market and the food banks, and then they get credit for giving back more food to the community.

Th ey accepted my proposal, so I started last season.

Q: Explain what you do each Saturday. A: I go to the market about 12:30 p.m.,

and I check in with the vendors and give them boxes. At 1 p.m. on the nose, the market closes and they stock their boxes. I also have two gentlemen (Cor Smidt and Sean Moglia) who help me gather, weigh and deliver the food. We’re usually done about 6:30 or 7 at night.

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oCtober 13Noon: Liberty Lake Centennial

Rotary meeting, Liberty Lake Sewer and Water district building, 22510 e. mission Ave.

oCtober 1412:45 p.m.: Women executives of

Liberty Lake meeting, Liberty Lake Sewer and Water district building, 22510 e. mission Ave.

oCtober 1711 a.m.-2 p.m.: Liberty Lake Senior

Lunch program, Liberty Lake City hall, 22710 e. Country Vista drive

oCtober 187 p.m.: Liberty Lake City Council

meeting, Liberty Lake City hall, 22710 e. Country Vista drive

oCtober 196:45 a.m.: Liberty Lake Kiwanis

meeting, Liberty Lake City hall, 22710 e. Country Vista drive

10:30-noon: Spokane Valley’s mindful mamas, City hall’s Little house, 22710 e. Country Vista blvd

11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Liberty Lake Senior Lunch program, Liberty Lake City hall, 22710 e. Country Vista drive

5-8 p.m.: margarita madness, George Gee Automotive dealership, 21502 e. George Gee Ave.

5:45 p.m.: LL toastmasters, Liberty Lake Sewer and Water district build-ing, 22510 e. mission Ave.

7 p.m.: meadowWood homeown-ers Association meeting, Liberty Lake City hall, 22710 e. Country Vista drive

7 p.m.: Liberty Lake Sewer and Wa-ter district meeting, LLSWd building, 22510 e. mission Ave.

oCtober 20Noon: Liberty Lake Centennial

Rotary meeting, Liberty Lake Sewer and Water district building, 22510 e. mission Ave.

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Th e Oct. 20 meeting will feature Nico McClellan from Zephyr Lodge. Th e public is invited to attend.

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Key Club to sell lemonade for cancer research

Th e Barker High School Key Club, spon-sored by Liberty Lake Kiwanis, is partici-pating in “Boo-tastic Lemonade Week” to raise funds for childhood cancer. Th e group has a goal to raise $1,000.

Th e group will have a lemonade stand at the school, 13313 E. Broadway in Spokane Valley, during the week before Halloween where they will accept donations.

People can also make online donations by going to www.alexslemonade.org, click-ing "Donate" and "Donate to a Specifi c Fun-draising Page" and then typing Barker High School in the search fi eld.

Library hosts Halloween partyKids and their families are invited to a

Halloween Party Oct. 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Liberty Lake Municipal Library, 23123 E. Mission Ave.

Activities for kids include craft s, games, stories, tattoos, giveaways and a parade around the library. For $2, children can have a picture taken in front of a pumpkin scene and receive a print as well as a frame to decorate.

For more information, go to www.liber-tylakewa.gov/library.

Relay For Life committee volunteers needed

Th e American Cancer Society is looking for individuals interested in volunteering as planning committee members for the 2012 Liberty Lake Relay For Life.

Th e majority of the committee positions are still available. Th ese include the event chair, food chair, logistics chair, registration and accounting, sponsorship chair, team development chair and online chair.

Each fall the American Cancer Society hosts training for Relay For Life committee members and selected team captains at Re-

lay Summit. Th is year, interested volunteers will be invited to attend the event Nov. 4 and 5 at the Red Lion Hotel in downtown Spokane. Activities on Nov. 4 will be for team development and event chairs only. All committee members are invited to at-tend Nov. 5.

Relay Summit registration is requested by Oct. 14. For more information, contact ACS Representative Jennifer Kronvall at 242-8303 or [email protected].

City hosts Senior Lunch ProgramTh e Senior Lunch Program in Liberty

Lake is served Mondays and Wednesdays. Seniors age 60 and older are invited at 11 a.m. at Liberty Lake City Hall, 22710 E. Country Vista Drive. Th e recommended donation is $3.50.

Library offers story timesChildren's story times are off ered at Lib-

erty Lake Municipal Library on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at various times. Craft s for kids ages 5 and up are also of-fered Saturdays at 1 p.m.

For more details, call 232-2510 or go to www.youseemore.com/libertylake.

Free story time, support group held at local business

A free story time is held each Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Lollipop Lemondrop, 23129 E Mission Ave.

Moms and Muffi ns, a support group, meets on Wednesdays at 11 a.m., and a complimentary lactation/new mom sup-port group also meets at the store on Th urs-days at 1 p.m.

For more information, e-mail [email protected].

Lions Club welcomes attendeesTh e Liberty Lake Lions Club meets the

second and fourth Wednesday of each month at noon in the upstairs meeting room at Barlow's Restaurant, 1400 N. Meadowwood Lane.

Th e public is invited to attend. For more information, contact Tony Cheshier at 927-2193 or [email protected].

For a full list of community briefs, visit www.libertylakesplash.com.

Th e Oct. 6 Splash story, “City leader-ship structure debated,” failed to mention an invitation for the Committee for Bet-ter Government to present to the Liberty Lake Centennial Rotary Club. Committee member Mary Munger said the invitation was appreciated.

In the same article, the eff ect to veto au-thority should Proposition No. 1 pass was listed incorrectly. If the proposition passes, a city manager would not have veto power.

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Aft er an almost two-hour work session Monday night, the Central Valley School Board directed administrators to move forward draft ing a resolution for a three-year school programs and operations re-placement levy to run on the Feb. 14 ballot.

“Our community has a strong history of passing levies,” CVSD Public Information Offi cer Melanie Rose said, noting the last time she thinks a levy failed was in 1980.

Rose explained the levy would replace an existing tax set to expire in December 2012. Th e proposed levy would be in eff ect

January 2013 through the end of 2015. Th e current levy, along with state levy

equalization funds, accounts for 24 per-cent of the district’s budget, Rose said. Th e majority of those funds go toward pro-grams like technology and special educa-tion, textbooks, staff salaries and benefi ts. About 30 percent of the current levy funds go toward extracurricular activities, utili-ties, insurance and bus transportation.

“It would be devastating if (the replace-ment levy) doesn’t pass,” Rose said.

She went on to say the district would have a second shot on the ballot in April, but getting it on the ballot could cost as much as $40,000.

Th e amount of the levy was not decided on, but Rose said the board requested ad-ministrators to research and determine the most prudent amount. Th e board also asked them to assume state levy equaliza-tion would not be available when setting the amount. Should equalization become available the diff erence will be rolled back to tax payers.

Th e board is expected to vote on a reso-lution, which will include the levy amount, at the Oct. 24 meeting.

In other business:• Middle school principals presented

updates on the development of a school improvement plan, explaining how test

scores and evaluations shape the process. • Th e board reviewed plans for the

proactive student intervention initiative. Presented strategies include connecting families with available resources to pre-vent students from falling behind. Rose said this could be making sure families are aware of the free lunch program, as well as area food banks available to go to for as-sistance.

• Th e district-wide report card, an ini-tiative in the strategic plan, was reviewed and will be available in booklet form later this month. Th e booklet measures district progress on multiple statistics like on-time graduations rates.

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sportsmen to report poaching and violations by calling 227-6560. Tips can be anonymous.

Th e press release also said several local lakes, including Liberty Lake, would remain open to fi shermen until Oct. 31.

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• false alarm — At 5 a.m. oct. 4, LLpd responded to a commercial alarm at the 1400 block of North meadowwood Lane. upon arrival, officers located an unlocked door to the building. during a search, officers contacted an employee inside the building and determined the alarm was false.

• Suspended license — A 26-year-old Spokane woman was arrested at 7 p.m. oct. 5 at harvard Road and indiana Av-enue for driving with a suspended license. her vehicle was initially stopped for an inoperative headlight.

• Dui — A 31-year-old Newman Lake woman was arrested at 8 p.m. oct. 5 at harvard Road and mission Avenue for dui and hit and run. the driver was traveling northbound on harvard Road at the i-90 overpass when she struck the concrete barrier, causing damage to her vehicle. She didn’t stop, continuing northbound until stopped by an officer, who determined she was intoxicated. She was booked into the county jail.

• two-car accident — At 8:30 a.m. oct. 6, LLpd responded to a two-car crash in a parking lot at the 1700 block of North madson Road. the at-fault driver was attempting to parallel park when she col-lided with the other parked vehicle.

• Suspended license — A 21-year-old Spokane man was arrested at 10 a.m. oct. 6 at Appleway Avenue and Signal Road for driving with a suspended license.

• Suspended license — A 36-year-old Liberty Lake man was arrested at 9 a.m. oct. 7 at boone Avenue and Wright boule-vard for driving with a suspended license.

• attempted suicide — At 7:30 p.m. oct. 9, LLpd was dispatched to the 1400 block of North Liberty Lake Road for a pos-sible attempted suicide by overdose. upon arrival, officers contacted the subject, who was being treated by a nurse and emt. the subject was taken into protective custody and transported by ambulance to Sacred heart.

• false alarm — At 12:30 a.m. oct. 9, LLpd responded to an alarm at the 22900 block of Appleway Avenue. the building was checked by officers and found to be secure.

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Greenacres man was arrested at 12:05 a.m. oct. 9 at mission Avenue and harvard Road for driving with a suspended license. his vehicle was initially stopped for an equipment violation.

• possession, assault — A 20-year-old Liberty Lake man was arrested at 3 p.m. oct. 8 at Appleway Avenue and Liberty Lake Road for possession of a controlled substance and third-degree assault on a police officer. the on-duty officer was dispatched to a possible drug transaction that was witnessed in the area and located one of the subjects walking southbound toward Appleway Avenue from Liberty Lake Road.

When contacted, the subject became confrontational with the officer and refused to follow the officer’s verbal com-mands. When the officer began to pat the subject down to check for weapons, he began to fight with the officer. After a verbal warning, the officer used a taser on the subject; however, the taser didn’t seem to have an effect on the subject.

the subject continued to fight with the officer, and both fell to the ground and down an embankment. the subject kicked the officer in the head during the struggle. the officer activated the taser again, and the subject continued to resist. A citizen observed the struggle and stopped to as-sist the officer.

the officer was finally able to get the subject into handcuffs, and medics were called to the scene to remove the taser probes from the subject. once detained in the patrol car, the officer searched the area where the struggle occurred and found oxycodone on the ground. the of-ficer received minor injuries as a result of the assault.

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CitationsLicenses and plates required 5driving while license suspended 5Liability insurance 7operating vehicle with defective equip. 1Failure to dim headlights 1defective muffler 1hit and run 1improper lane usage 1Speeding 12dui 1Speed in construction zone 1

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Splash team takes home honors at annual WNPA conventionFRom StAFF RepoRtS

EVERETT — Reporter Kelly Moore and Graphics Editor Sarah Burk record-ed fi rsts for Th e Liberty Lake Splash, and the newspaper netted its best results ever in the annual Better Newspaper Contest of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association.

Moore received “Feature Writer of the Year,” an honor given annually to one staff writer among the 130 community news-papers affi liated with WNPA. She was recognized for a feature-writing portfo-lio that included pieces about childhood cancer, women in business, Friends of Pavillion Park, foster families and school crowding challenges.

Moore’s honor topped a Splash-record

15 awards. Burk’s advertising design tal-ents accounted for fi ve of those honors, including a fi rst for the Liberty Lake newspaper when she swept the “Best Branding Ad” category, earning fi rst, second and third place for ads featuring Karen Does My Hair, True Legends Grill and Pawpular Companions, respectively.

"It is really gratifying to see outside or-ganizations acknowledge what I get to see in the offi ce every day," Splash Editor and Publisher Josh Johnson said. "Kelly and Sarah represent our publication so well. It's just another reminder of how blessed I am to work with a top-notch team."

Johnson said this was refl ected in an award given to the entire staff for the second straight year. Once again, Th e Splash's community magazine, "Liberty

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Splash Reporter Kelly moore receives her “Feature Writer of the Year” trophy from WNpA First Vice president bill Forhan at Friday’s better Newspaper Contest awards dinner in everett.

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Other Splash honors included: • First place, Moore, best business sto-

ry (women in business)• First place, Moore and Johnson, best

comprehensive coverage of a single issue (Central Valley school bond)

• First place, former Editor Hope Brumbach, best sports personality profi le (kayaker Jud Keiser)

• Second place, Burk, best special pro-motion ad, half page or larger (George Gee Automotive)

• Second place, Burk, best use of clip art in an ad (family campout)

• Second place, Moore, best govern-ment reporting (utility tax coverage)

• Second place, Moore, best education story (story about the CV bond)

• Second place, Moore and Johnson, best crime and court story (suspect holds mom, wife hostage)

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Splash editor and publisher Josh Johnson, Reporter Kelly moore, and account executives Cindy esch and Janet pier pose with the Splash at American Legion memorial park in everett Friday. possession Sound, which separates everett from Whidbey island, is in the back-ground. members of the Splash team attended the 124th annual Washington Newspaper publishers Association convention in everett last week.

At right: Splash Graphics editor Sarah burk visited the St. Louis Arch when she attended the Society for News design 33rd Annual Workshop and Conference earlier this month. designers from around the world gathered for three days of seminars and networking on visual journalism.

• Th ird place, Moore, best color por-trait (childhood cancer patient)

• Th ird place, Johnson, best sports fea-ture (day in the life of Spokane Chief Ty-ler Johnson)

In all, the 2011 Better Newspaper Con-test drew 2,523 entries from community newspapers in Washington state.

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Community Golf10/4 Liberty Lake Women's 18-Hole ClubLiberty Cup play-off Winner: Chrissie Tamura, net 74Runner-up: Rose Jones, net 76

footballGSL StandingsTeam League OverallFerris 6-0 6-0Lewis and Clark 5-1 5-1Mead 5-1 5-1Central Valley 4-2 4-2Gonzaga Prep 4-2 4-2University 3-3 3-3North Central 2-4 2-4Mt. Spokane 1-5 1-5Rogers 0-6 0-6Shadle Park 0-6 0-6Results10/7 CV vs. Gonzaga Prep 41-28 L

SoCCerGSL StandingsTeam League OverallCentral Valley 5-0 9-1

Lewis and Clark 4-1 11-1Gonzaga Prep 4-1 9-2Mead 3-2 8-2Ferris 3-2 5-3Mt. Spokane 2-3 5-4University 2-3 2-3Shadle Park 1-4 4-6North Central 1-4 2-6Rogers 0-5 0-6Results10/5 CV vs. Gonzaga Prep 6-0 W

Volleyball GSL StandingsTeam League OverallMead 6-0 7-0Mt. Spokane 5-1 6-1Central Valley 4-2 6-2Gonzaga Prep 4-2 6-2North Central 3-3 6-3University 3-3 5-4Shadle Park 3-3 4-5Rogers 1-5 3-8Lewis and Clark 1-5 2-6Ferris 0-6 0-9Results10/4 CV vs. Mead 3-1 L

10/6 CV vs. Sandpoint 3-1 W

SlowpitCh SoftballGSL StandingsTeam League OverallUniversity 11-0 11-0North Central 10-2 10-2Central Valley 9-3 9-3Rogers 7-6 7-6Lewis and Clark 6-6 6-6Gonzaga Prep 5-7 5-7East Valley 3-9 3-9Ferris 2-10 2-10Shadle Park 1-11 1-11Results10/4 CV vs. North Central 3-2 W10/7 CV vs. Ferris 12-2 W10/7 CV vs. Ferris 13-2 W

boyS CroSS Country10/8 CV at Bullpup Invitational 1st place

SCheDuleOCTOBER 134:45 p.m. CV Football vs. Shadle Park (Albi Stadium)3:30 p.m. CV Softball vs. Lewis and Clark OCTOBER 14

4 p.m. CV Soccer vs. Lewis and Clark OCTOBER 187 p.m. CV Volleyball vs. Shadle Park OCTOBER 193:30 p.m. Boys and Girls Cross Country vs. Lewis and Clark, Mead, Rogers 6:30 p.m. CV Soccer vs. North CentralOCTOBER 204:45 p.m. CV Football at North Central (Albi Stadium)

Cheer 1: Delaney Fisher, Central Valley Volleyball

Fisher, a senior libero, had a career high 32 digs against Sandpoint High School while helping CV to a three-sets-to-one victory. Fisher also had two aces in the contest against Sandpoint and 18 digs in CV’s loss to Mead earlier last week.

Cheer 2: Kasey Ames, Central Valley Soccer

Ames, a freshman, had a goal and an

assist against Gonzaga Prep as CV won by a score of 6-0. Ames now has three goals and three assists on the season.

Cheer 3: Tyler Johnson, Norfolk Admirals Hockey

Johnson, a Liberty Lake resident who previously played for the Spokane Chiefs, is currently skating for the Norfolk (Va.) Admirals, a minor league affiliate of the Tampa Bay Lightning. Johnson had two goals and an assist in his first two games for the Admirals.

CVHS Sports RoundupFootball loses to G-Prep

After opening the season with four consecutive wins, the Central Valley High School football team suffered its second consecutive loss with a 41-28 de-feat to Gonzaga Prep High School. After G-Prep scored first, the Bears answered back with a four-yard touchdown run from Grayson Sykes to take a 7-6 lead. G-Prep scored the next two touchdowns be-fore CV scored on a 23-yard touchdown pass from Gaven Deyarmin to Brandon McClung to cut the deficit to 20-14 going into halftime.

The Bullpups scored three unanswered touchdowns in the second half to open a 41-14 lead. CV scored two late fourth-quarter touchdowns on a second touch-down pass from Deyarmin to Anthony Brommer and a short touchdown run from Deyarmin for the final margin. CV had five turnovers in the game as they fell to 4-2 on the season with their next game against Shadle Park High School at Joe Albi Stadium on Thursday (Oct. 13) with kick-off slated at 4:45 p.m.

Soccer posts another shutout The CVHS girls soccer team extended

their streak of shutout wins to four with a

6-0 victory over Gonzaga Prep. The Bears put the game away early with four goals in the first 27 minutes of the game as Paige Ellingson scored in the third min-ute followed by goals from Holly Miller, Sara Grozdanich and Kasey Ames.

The second half featured goals from Paige Gallaway and Savannah Hoekstra as the Bears moved all alone into first place with a 5-0 conference record.

Boys cross country team wins Bullpup Invite

The CVHS boys cross country team won the recent Bullpup Invite this past week-end at the Finch Arboretum. The CV team placed first with 47 points far ahead of sec-ond place Deer Park High School who had 90 points. The Bears had three runners fin-ish in the top ten led by Corey Hunter who finished in fifth place with a time of 17:09. Logan Giese came in eighth place with a time of 17:16, while Jared Seckel came across the finish line in tenth place with a time of 17:27.

Volleyball splits two contestsThe CV volleyball team earned a non-

league win over Sandpoint High School

Sports BriefSplash Select wraps up week 5

Troy DeLatte was the only community member to go 7-1 and thus won the $25 gift certificate to True Legends Grill as week five of Splash Select wrapped up. The season long leader remains Mark Johns with a record of 33-7 just one game ahead of Marc Antonietti and Tayo Van Marle who both sport a 32-8 record.

The advertising portion of the game saw Barry Baker of Baker Construction tie Perry Vinson of True Legends Grill and

Patrick Fechser of Hay J’s Bistro with 6-2 records on the week. After the tiebreakers were implemented, Baker came out with the weekly win. Vinson remains in the top spot of the season long leader board with a record of 32-8, two games ahead of Baker.

Community members should take note the Central Valley High School football game takes place on Thursday of this week. Players should make their picks pri-or to the 4:45 p.m. kick-off in order to be eligible for that game at www.libertylakes-plash.com/select.

ScoreboardSee ROUNDUP, page 18

SEND US YOUR SPORTS! Think your results belong on the scoreboard? If you’re from Liberty Lake and you play a sport, then they certainly do. Or maybe you have a team photo you’d like to pass along.

Either way, The Splash wants submitted information from or about Liberty Lake residents. E-mail the information to [email protected].

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Networking event to be held next Wednesday

Women In Networking Northwest (WINN) will hold its annual Margarita Madness networking event Oct. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. at George Gee Automotive Dealer-ship, 21502 E. George Gee Ave.

The event, open to men and women, includes entertainment by the Vagabonds Traveling Show, vendors, food, drink and a raffle. A “Porsche for a day” door prize will be awarded, which includes a hotel stay and restaurant gift certificate.

The event is free, but participants are en-couraged to contact a WINN member for a door prize ticket. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.winn.biz or on.fb.me/WINN10-19.

STCU promotes longtime employees

As part of a series of promotions at Spo-kane Teachers Credit Union, 20-year em-ployee Tammy Fleiger was named vice pres-

ident of operations.Fleiger started her

career at STCU in 1990, working with information technol-ogy and data process-ing. In her most re-cent role as director of project management and development, she was a key player in the three-year effort to convert STCU’s core

computer systems and the two-year conver-sion to a new online banking system.

In her new position, Fleiger will oversee a wide array of STCU functions, including card services, member support, STCU’s phone center, e-support, security and fraud, special deposits, projects and operations management, support services and facili-ties.

In addition to Fleiger, about a dozen other longtime STCU employees have been promoted, and a new community relations manager was hired. STCU credits the rear-ranging to a reported 10 percent increase in employees in the last year to accommodate a growing membership base.

WELL discusses library fundraiser

Women Executives of Liberty Lake (WELL) will hold its monthly meeting at 12:45 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District building, 22510 E. Mission Ave.

The group will welcome Liberty Lake Library Foundation Board President Sally Waltermire for a discussion about the foundation's current fundraiser — a photo-mosaic tile mural at the library. She will also share tips for organizing a

successful fundraiser. In addition, the group plans to install the

2012 WELL Board Members. WELL members are encouraged to bring

friends and business associates who can benefit from the informative presentation.

Numerica benefits Safety Net with charity drive

Numerica Credit Union is hosting a Household Supply Drive benefiting Safety Net, an organization that helps teens who have “aged out” of foster care, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at U-City Rosau-ers, 10618 E. Sprague Ave. in Spokane Val-ley.

The most needed items are new blan-kets, pillows, new double sheets, house-hold cleaning supplies, bathroom items and kitchen items such as small applianc-es, dishes, silverware, mixing bowls, pots and pans. To arrange pick up of larger fur-niture items, please call 325-0701, ext. 36.

IT-Lifeline offers cloud-based disaster recovery

Last week, Liberty Lake-based IT-Lifeline announced it became the first company to offer a cloud-based disaster recovery op-tion, made possible by leveraging scalable cloud infrastructure from Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS is Amazon's rentable online cloud service that gives companies computing capacity on an as-needed basis.

The new IT-Lifeline service, called Black-Cloud Edge, is targeted toward midsize businesses.

An IT-Lifeline press release said cloud-based disaster recovery would allow cus-tomers to pay for capacity only when need-ed, as opposed to a fixed, ongoing cost for service that is rarely used.

“Amazon Web Services is pleased to see the innovative approach from IT-Lifeline with their disaster recovery solution,” AWS Director of Business Development Terry Wise said in the release. “With the secure, on-demand, pay as you go services of AWS, BlackCloud Edge customers are able to scale up infrastructure on an as-needed ba-sis providing them the agility to optimize their resources during a disaster recovery scenario.”

Local businesses closeHALL Law Office, 21950 E. Country Vis-

ta Drive, suite 400, and In a Flash Photog-raphy, 21718 E. Mission Ave., both recently closed the doors on their Liberty Lake businesses. The photography studio was re-placed by Eau de Vie Wine Shoppe.

Attempts by The Splash to contact owners were unsuccessful.

In Biz features Liberty Lake-connected business items. Contact The Splash with busi-ness news at [email protected].

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the Spokane Valley bengals mitey mites team has been invited to play in the pop Warner Super bowl at the eSpN complex in orlando, Fla., in december.

the team consists of (front row) Connor hunnel, Kyler Anstrom, Chad Carlson, a.J. Delarosa, Jaxon Anderson; (center row) Shay Albrecht, Sawyer tracht, travis hood, trent Nauta, Ariel Zilar, taylor Jennings, Jacob abshire, Jack Schneider, bailey Wilson, bryden Dodson, Nick toole, hunter hottman; (back row) abel Delarosa, Colin Anderson, matt Schneider, Ryan Anstom and todd Carlson. Not pictured: domonte mcQueen. (Liberty Lake residents are highlighted in bold.)

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Cris Kamins-kas and son Kyle took the Splash along to a Reds-Yankees game in Cincinnati earlier this season.

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Liberty Lake Holiday Ball

You are cordially invited to attend an evening of elegance with dinner,

dancing, silent and live auctions to benefit Friends of Pavillion Park

At The Davenport HotelSaturday, December 3rd, 2011

5:00 pm until Midnight

For more information or to purchase tickets,visit our website at www.pavillionpark.org Reservations are limited and will be accommodated on a first come first served basis

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by Kelly mooreSpLASh StAFF WRiteR

For 15 years, Friends of Pavillion Park has sponsored not only the free summer concert series, but also movies in the park, scholarships and an annual fun run. Tick-ets for the group’s sole fundraiser, the an-nual Holiday Ball, are now on sale.

“It is the funds raised at the Holiday Ball that make the annual Summer Festi-val possible,” organizer Laura Frank said. “This event is extremely important in that it enables FOPP to bring events to Liberty Lake such as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, the Spokane Symphony and our new addition of Shakespeare in the Parks free to the community.”

Every year, attendees arrive at the formal affair — scheduled from 5 p.m. to midnight — for a champagne reception with hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction, followed by dinner and a live auction. Afterwards, a live band keeps the party going until midnight.

“The focus of the evening is not meant to be on the fundraising, but bringing peo-ple together to celebrate the Liberty Lake community,” Frank said. “It’s always great to see familiar faces dressed up and having a good time.”

Dinner is a sit-down, three-course meal with three entree selections: beef filet of tenderloin, oven roasted pistachio chicken or vegetarian penne pomodoro.

According to Frank, organizers work hard to gather unique things to bid on. While volunteers are still collecting dona-tions for the auction, Frank said they’ve already nailed down a sailing trip, art, jew-elry and wine.

“We are continuously striving to find

great, unique items for the auction and love to get feedback on what types of items people would like to see at the auction,” Frank said.

Tickets are $100 per person, and Frank said organizers have table and other spon-sorship opportunities available. Those un-able to attend but still wishing to make a donation for the 2012 Summer Festival

Friends gear up for annual Holiday BallThe Holiday BallWhat: Formal affair with live and silent auctions, music and dinnerWhen: 5 p.m. to midnight Dec. 3Where: The Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post Street, SpokaneEmcee: KREM personality and Lib-erty Lake resident Tom SherryMusic: MOJO MusicCost: $100 per ticketBenefits: FOPP concerts, events and scholarships

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can do so on the organization’s website or by mailing a donation to P.O. Box 325, Liberty Lake, WA 99019.

For tickets and more information, visit www.pavillionpark.org. Those interested in volunteering for the Holiday Ball plan-ning committee are encouraged to contact Frank at 863-8645 or [email protected].

Attendees peruse the silent auction at the davenport hotel during a past holiday ball fundraiser.


SEPT. 22 State Senate SEPT. 29 City Council OCT. 6 Ballot Initiatives OCT. 13 Liberty Lake Mayor

cover storyCandidate forum tonightLiberty Lake event features three races

The city of Liberty Lake bal-lot will be well-represented at a candidate forum from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. tonight (Oct. 13) at the Meadow-wood Technology Campus, 2100 N. Molter Road. The forum, organized by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce and moderated by retired East Valley School District Superintendent Chuck Stocker, will give a focused time slot to each of the three competitive Liberty Lake ballot issues:

• Proposition 1, 7 to 7:30 p.m.: Representatives of both sides of this initiative to change the city's form of government from mayor-council to council-manager will speak to this ballot issue. Mary Munger will speak on behalf of the Committee for Better Government and its efforts to pass the change. Longtime Council Member Judi Owens plans to share reasons for opposing the proposition.

• City Council, 7:30 to 8 p.m.: Political newcomers Keith Kopelson and Shane Brickner are contesting Council Position 5.

• Liberty Lake Mayor, 8 to 8:45 p.m.: This race pits former Liberty Lake Mayor Steve Peterson against cur-rent City Council Member Josh Beckett.

The three unopposed candidates for City Council will also be introduced at the event, including incumbents Susan Schuler and Cris Kaminskas, and Dan Dunne, who serves on the Liberty Lake Planning Commission.

All candidates have been asked to take time to interact with the public before and af-ter the forum, and 3x5 cards will be available to submit questions.

by Kelly mooreSpLASh StAFF WRiteR

As ballots go out, Liberty Lake voters will decide on one of two familiar faces as the city’s next mayor. Maybe. Depending on how voters feel about Proposi-tion No. 1, there may not be a mayoral position to elect at all.

Th e unique election has the candidates distinguishing them-selves not just from one another, but campaigning against the bal-lot initiative that would change the city’s form of government from strong mayor-council to council-manager.

Steve Peterson, the former mayor who helped found the city, is looking to return to his old seat. Peterson has stayed out of the political spotlight since losing to current Mayor Wendy Van Orman in 2007, who chose against seeking a second term. Council Member Josh Beckett is

the second candidate for the of-fi ce. Beckett won his Council seat two years ago.

Both candidates have been busy. In addition to posting campaign signage, the two made the rounds introducing

themselves to as many people in the community as possible. Beckett said all his free time has been dedicated to doorbelling through Liberty Lake neighbor-hoods. Peterson said he has al-ready knocked on about 2,200 doors in Liberty Lake, and he’s hoping to signifi cantly grow that number before ballots go out.

In order to win the mayoral seat, Beckett and Peterson will not only have to win the mayoral race, but will need to see Liberty Lake Proposition No. 1 defeated, which would move the city to a council-manager form of gov-ernment without a popularly elected mayor.

Running on multiple fronts, the candidates recently shared with Th e Splash their perspec-tives on facing the challenges on the ballot box and in city govern-ment.

The candidates vs. Proposition No. 1

“I think the issue with Prop. 1 is, ‘Do we want to change our government?’ Or, ‘Do we want to change the people that run the government?’” Peterson said. “For the last two years, we’ve had these issues, but changing the form of government and getting rid of the mayor is not the way to do it.”

Peterson said he believes Lib-erty Lake citizens prefer a popu-larly elected mayor. Still, profes-sional leadership, whether it be elected or hired, is at the heart of the issue.

Early on, Peterson adamantly opposed hiring a city administra-tor, a position he said he could save the city money on by do-ing the work himself. Since the Council’s decision Oct. 4 to hire

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Liberty Lake mayoral candidate Steve peterson responds to a question at the Rally in the Valley at Central Valley high School monday while opponent and City Council member Josh beckett looks on.

Aiming for a double victoryWith Prop. 1 on the ballot, candidates Beckett and Peterson must win twice to become mayor

See MAYOR, page 17


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a consultant to help with in organizational overview and interim city administrator responsibilities, he said he’s opened his mind to the possibility.

“If the consultant comes back and says we need to hire a city administrator, I’ll definitely review that and try my best to go along with it,” Peterson said. “We’re looking for government that provides the most services and works as efficiently as possible.”

Beckett has maintained his position on the issue throughout his campaign, saying the city needs to continue its strong mayor form of government. Should he become mayor, he said the hiring process for a city administrator would top his list of imme-diate actions.

To improve transparency in the system, Beckett said he’d involve the Council in the hiring process and hold public forums for top candidates in any position.

The candidates vs. each other“I like the fight in politics. I like to chal-

lenge discussion. I like the give and take, and I’m comfortable having those con-versations,” Beckett said. “Whether I win or lose this thing, I’m going to be a better Council member, but I can tell you, I’m going to win.”

Beckett said he differentiated himself from Peterson with a clearly stated mes-sage.

“I find it difficult to understand what Steve is saying at this point,” Beckett said. “There’s a clear difference in how we pres-ent our issues.”

Peterson said his goals are to provide a safe, clean, green community by struc-turing money properly so citizens aren’t

overtaxed, making every effort possible to create new jobs, maintaining the commu-nity to preserve property values and mak-ing sure kids have adequate recreational opportunities.

Beckett said he’s purposely made no promises in his campaign. He went on to note financial goals for the city, namely a building of reserves and clear under-standing of the city’s financial respon-sibilities. He also intends to restructure budgeting so that decisions are made more long-term, not year-to-year.

“I don’t think the worst is behind us,” Beckett said. “Financial responsibili-ties still remain, health insurance costs are going up and that’s not counting the

(staff) that’ll have to be added to support growth of the city.”

He stressed his decision making would be dependent on “what makes sense mathematically.”

Both candidates acknowledged a sense of dysfunction amongst the current Council. However, each has individual ideas for soothing it.

“The idea that I’m going to come in and solve that is just as silly as Steve (Peter-son) coming in and saying he’ll change that,” Beckett said. “The first step in re-covery is admitting there’s a problem.”

Peterson said a step in the right direc-tion would be involving the Council in

FACEOFFLiberty Lake mayor

Josh beckett“I like the fight in politics. I like to

challenge discussion. I like the give and take, and I’m comfortable having those conversations.”

Age: 33Family: Two daughters: Kylie, 9, and

Makalya, 5 Occupation: Government programs

consultant for Benefitfocus.Agenda highlights: Long-term finan-

cial planning, maximizing green space development, hiring city administrator

Steve Peterson“I love our community’s way of life. We’re

a community of active, friendly, forward-thinking people, and I want to ensure our vision of a safe, clean, green community.”

Age: 61Family: Wife, Charmaine; three grown

children; three grown grandchildren Occupation: Retired after 35 years in

pharmaceutical, commercial and retail sales

Agenda highlights: Reducing util-ity tax, providing decisive leadership, restoring trust in city government

the vision for the city, while making sure everyone is educated and on the same page.

Beckett said he’s ready to take the city forward with a fresh vision, noting that city demographics have changed greatly since Peterson’s time as mayor.

Facing off on the utility tax Last year, the Council approved a 6 per-

cent tax on all utilities to bridge a budget-ing shortfall with $825,000 of projected income the first year. The ordinance es-tablishing the tax required a mid-year review to possibly adjust the rate if neces-sary.

“The city isn’t broke,” Peterson said. “The review showed they’ll be on track to make $1.2 million and already plan to ex-ceed the budgeted amount by one-third, yet they came back and did nothing.”

Peterson said adjusting the tax is “abso-lutely” one of his goals. Beckett said he is open to lowering the tax rate, “as long as the math works.”

“Taxes are unpopular in general,” Beck-ett said. “I don’t know that I agree with the premise that people are unhappy with the utility tax. … I can’t tell you how many small businesses in this area that say it doesn’t really matter.”

He said those who argue the tax drives away business are wrong, and he noted the recent move of Center Partners, a 600-person employer, from Idaho to Lib-erty Lake.

“It’s a vote we didn’t come to lightly,” Beckett said. “We did the right thing, and just because it’s unpopular doesn’t mean it isn’t right.”

As far as those who oppose the tax, Beckett said he believes they are few and far between.


Former Liberty Lake mayor Steve peterson tackles a question at monday’s Rally in the Valley at Central Valley high School.


City Council member Josh beckett shares his thoughts with the crowd at Rally in the Valley monday. beckett is running for mayor of Liberty Lake.

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while dropping a league contest to Mead High School in volley-ball action last week. Against Mead the Bears lost 25-17, 20-25, 25-20, 25-15 as Mikayla Ness had 18 kills and four blocks while Sam Block had 36 assists in the loss.

Th e Bears followed up the loss to Mead with a four set victory over Sandpoint High School by the scores of 25-23, 22-25, 25-21, and 25-22. CV was led by Kiendra Chester who had 20 kills, Mariah Cunningham who had four blocks and Delaney Fisher who had a career high 32 digs.

Softball wins three gamesTh e CVHS slowpitch soft ball

team picked up three wins dur-ing league action last week. CV started off their three games with a 3-2 win over North Cen-tral High School. Th e Bears broke a 2-2 tie with a single run in the seventh inning to pick up the win as the off ense was led by Hailee Holley who had two hits.

Th e Bears next picked up a doubleheader win versus Ferris High School with a 13-2 win in game one and a 12-2 victory in the second game of the twin bill. During the fi rst game the Bears piled on ten runs in the fi rst two innings as they coasted to the win. Th e off ense was led Holley who had two more hits along with Taylor Wayman and Mack-enzie Shea who also knocked out two hits. Th e second game saw Brittani Gilbert knock out three hits while Bailey Bergdahl pounded a home run in the win.

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top to bottom: CV seniors danny Nimri and Alex Jacot gang up to bring down a Gonzaga prep ball carrier during last weekend’s game. the bullpups end-ed up winning by a score of 41-28.

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There are those who donate every week and donate a lot. We had more last year, but it was a better growing season. Some of the vendors have had to cut back be-cause it’s been a tough season. On aver-age, I’m getting around 800 pounds each week.

Q: Do you get paid or is this a volun-teer effort?

A: I am a volunteer through two food banks in Coeur d’Alene, and I also work with Second Harvest. I literally quit my job and turned down another job offer to do what I do now. You can’t do this part time. You have to be available when the store or vendors call.

Q: How long have you been collecting food to give to others?

A: At the LLFM, it’s been the past two years. But I’ve been delivering food for almost five years. I started helping people who were coming out of jail who needed resources. In the job I worked in Coeur d’Alene, I saw the need mostly for those who were homeless or street bound. Through the grocery stores and food banks over there, I also took food to those who couldn’t get out, whether it was due to transportation or health is-sues. I ended up filling a need there, and with that, the support of the community came with it.

Q: How much food do you typically redistribute each week?

A: Anywhere from 1,000 to 4,000 pounds, all the way from North Spokane to Rathdrum, Idaho. I have a normal route on Wednesday, Fridays and Satur-days. I drive a 2002 Honda Odyssey with 212,000 miles, and I put on an average of 600-plus miles on it just collecting and distributing food each week.

Q: And you do this year round?A: I do it year round, even in the snow.

This is my busiest time because right now the farmers are bringing their produce in. It’s also busy around Christmas because stores donate the surplus of their turkeys, and a lot of the community meal food sites will call me if they have excess food to get out to people.

Q: How do people who need food get connected with you?

A: I’m very fortunate because people find me that need the food. I don’t share who I service, even with those who vol-unteer with me. It’s totally kept confi-dential. If they’re brave enough to ask for food, I’m not going to share their need.

Q: How many families have you served over the past years?

A: Thousands. Some of my people are in transition. It’s not the same ones week after week. The advantage is that I was a social worker before I did this, so I can ex-

CRUMBContinued from page 2

Building friendships over foodWhen Lisa Crumb arrives at the

Liberty Lake Farmers Market near the close of the day, she casually visits with vendors, asking them how the day has gone and seeing how business has been. She drops by boxes to those who say they’ll have food to donate this week, and she encourages them to trade their produce with other vendors before giv-ing to the food bank.

Crumb’s concern for the vendors is just as evident as her passion for the people to whom she redistributes food. She said her relationship with vendors is built on trust, something that has taken time to develop.

“The generosity of the vendors is un-believable,” she said. “These same peo-ple are just as much in need in different ways. What they’re selling is their liveli-hood, but they give what they have left.”

Vendor Gabriel Macias, whose father Antonio Macias is the primary grower of Pacific Produce, described his rela-

tionship with Crumb and her volun-teers as a consistent friendship.

“Our number one concern is provid-ing fresh fruit and vegetables for peo-ple, and I love having an outlet to give to people,” he said. “That’s what keeps me motivated each week in the fields.”

Stewart Fry, owner of C&S Hydro-Huts in Otis Orchards, said he doesn’t believe in waste, which is why he pro-vides some of his produce to other ven-dors to feed their animals as well as to Crumb to redistribute.

“She’s doing the same as everyone, making sure everyone gets fed,” Fry said.

Volunteer Sean Moglia, who travels from Coeur d’Alene to help Crumb, said he’s amazed by the fact that so many of the people they serve also turn around and share the food with others.

“I don’t think we even realize how far it goes,” he said.

LiSA CRumb

Age43

FamilyHusband, Dennis; children, Patrick and Tatiana

InterestsTraveling, watching family member’s theater and dance performances, following Gonzaga basketball

Favorite destinationDisney World — “I’m a huge Mickey fan.”

Best thing about autumnThe leaves

Favorite part of the LLFMThe generosity of the vendors

plain to them what they need to get food stamps as well as provide some education, resources and networking. If they have a bad tooth, I can send them to a dentist that will take care of it free of charge. We have a lot of people in town who can’t af-ford medical insurance anymore.

Q: Do you think people are aware there is a need for this type of service in our area?

A: I don’t know if Liberty Lake under-stands that their neighbors may be hav-ing a hard time feeding their own kids. Is there a need even in our community? Ab-solutely. If you have an extra plot in your own garden, share it with your neighbors. Don’t let it go bad.

Q: What misconceptions do you feel people have about the work you do?

A: That I’m making people dependent on me to bring them food. The problem is that we have a huge gap — the working poor. They need help. They can’t even get approved for food stamps, but they work their tails off in two or three jobs to pay the bills and put food on the table. Would you want to go to your neighbor to ask them for food? Our community doesn’t see that.

Q: What keeps you motivated in your quest to help others?

A: The thank yous from the people. That’s exactly what it is. And they don’t take any more than what they can use. You would think people would be hoard-ers in these situations, but they’re not. So many say, “Others need it more than I do.”

The spirit of some people is amazing. These are people without a roof over their head, but they’re worried about others. I’ve been very fortunate to see it come full circle. Those who’ve been served will get better (financially) and give food back to me.

Q: Will you be back next season at the LLFM?

A: Absolutely. If they’ll have me, I’ll be back.

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Gabriel macias of pacific produce packs leftover fruit and vegetables in boxes at the Liberty Lake Farmers market. Lisa Crumb said macias and other vendors consis-tently give their leftovers each Saturday - everything from green beans to peaches to cookies.

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Too much lake access leaves crime in wake

In response to your recent survey re-garding increased access by the public to Liberty Lake, I have decided there is too much access now.

On Friday evening, Sept. 29, my daugh-ter and I were cruising the lake in our 10-foot skiff powered by a 9.8 horsepower Mercury outboard. What a joy it was to see a 14-year-old enjoying the thrill of driving the little boat through the wakes of the larger boats. Right before dark, we tied the boat to our buoy located below our house. We anticipated nice weather the next day and decided we would just leave the boat in the water for another day’s excitement.

At 6:30 a.m. the next morning, my wife awakened me and said she thought she saw our skiff floating in the middle of Lib-erty Lake. I grabbed the binoculars and recognized the boat as being ours but no-ticed it was without a motor. I rowed our dinghy out and retrieved the skiff minus the engine, gas tank and new oars.

The evidence seems to indicate the theft occurred from the water by someone with a boat. I can say with almost absolute cer-tainty, this crime was not committed by a lake resident!

John blackLiberty Lake

Peterson’s track record makes him best choice for mayor

I worked for the city of Liberty Lake for nine years. During most of my time there, I had the pleasure of working for Steve Peterson. Mr. Peterson has demonstrated

what an excellent leader should be. His love for the city of Liberty Lake and

community shows in all that he does. You will find him in the city on any given day talking with people, frequenting the lo-cal businesses and making sure the open space areas are clean and green.

During his time as mayor, there was never a mention of a human resource audit. Employees and staff members felt respected, valued and appreciated. Com-munication was open and clear. The term “open door” was real for anyone. People of the community were encouraged to drop in or call at any time to discuss issues, con-cerns or successes.

Steve Peterson’s leadership and vision for the community is well grounded. He has the experience, leadership qualities and desire needed to be able to success-fully operate and manage the city of Lib-erty Lake. Mr. Peterson is in attendance at the City Council meetings and is educated with all of the on-goings of the commu-nity. He stays current with all of the issues and constantly problem solves for solu-tions that create a win-win for the com-munity.

I would like to endorse Mr. Peterson for mayor. Steve Peterson is proven leader-ship, plain and simple.

ron Knudsen Jr.Liberty Lake

Volunteer pitching in to help grocery store with fundraiser

I would like to give kudos in The Splash to a Liberty Lake resident named Jeanne Smith. Jeanne has been instrumental in helping Safeway obtain books for our an-nual used book sale, which benefits breast cancer research. The books sell for $2 each or three for $5.

Jeanne is not a Safeway employee or re-lated to one. She is just a wonderful citizen

who is supporting our efforts. Our fun-draising goal is $6,500 by the end of Oc-tober.

Dan DiCiccoStore Manager, Liberty Lake Safeway

Peterson passionate about community, leads by example

I am asking my neighbors to vote for Steve Peterson for mayor.

I got to know Steve Peterson when he and his wife, Charmaine, were sell-ing crepes at the Liberty Lake Farmers Market. He has a true passion and love for the Liberty Lake community and has worked tirelessly to maintain our quality of life.

Steve has not only helped build the Farmers Market to the enormous success

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it is today, he has worked for years with the Friends of Pavillion Park, the Liberty Lake Trails Committee and the Liberty Lake Holiday Ball. They say a true leader leads by example. Then Steve Peterson is a true leader, and Liberty Lake will thrive with him as our Mayor. ... And by the way, the crepes were fantastic!

James evansLiberty Lake

Baxter brings business approach to 4th District State Senate race

What’s the difference between the two Republicans running for the State Senate in District 4? Both are said to be conser-vatives. Both support the “no new taxes” pledge. One is a retired lawyer and former

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Police Chief Brian Asmus and our Lib-erty Lake Police Department deserve our thanks for enforcing the law against tex-ting or phoning while driving. Several times in recent weeks, the police statistics in Th e Splash have included citations for phoning-while-driving.

Texting or phoning while driving kills thousands of innocent pedestrians and passengers every year, and this problem continues to grow as the use of cell phones increases. Numerous studies have shown that texting or talking while driving severe-ly impairs one’s reaction time. Washington state data shows that a driver talking on a cell phone is as impaired as a driver with a .08 blood-alcohol level. A driver who is texting is as impaired as a driver with a .16 blood-alcohol level. Th at’s double the legal limit. Drivers talking on cell phones are half a second slower to hit the brakes in emergencies and miss more than half the visual cues seen by attentive drivers.

Th e Washington law outlawing phoning while driving is over a year old now. Our state legislators did not pass the law hastily. A decade ago, when other states were be-ginning to pass similar laws, Washington undertook some studies and reviewed data from the National Transportation Safety Board. Aft er observing the success of the laws in other states, our elected leaders decided to gradually introduce a similar prohibition. In 2007, talking while driving became a secondary off ense in Washing-ton, meaning that a driver could only get a ticket if there was another accompanying infraction, like driving recklessly.

Th ree years later, in June 2010, talking-while-driving became a primary off ense, and police can now issue tickets if they observe a driver talking, even if there is no reckless driving. Th at was 16 months ago.

Th e law, like most other states, does not prohibit cell phone use entirely. Hands-free devices such as Bluetooth or speakerphones are legal. Business persons or parents that

must talk while driving can use one of these alternatives. It is only holding a phone up to the driver’s ear that is prohibited. Texting while driving is always illegal.

New York and Connecticut have recent-ly undertaken public relations campaigns to remind drivers of the penalties for phoning while driving. Th ese campaigns led to a dramatic reduction in phoning-while-driving behavior. Similar to the “Buckle up for Safety” or “Click it or Tick-et” campaigns, these billboard campaigns were accompanied by emphasis patrols by the local police departments. Studies in those states showed that once word gets around a community that there is a fi nan-cial consequence to phoning while driv-ing, incidents drop dramatically.

Failing to wear a seat belt is a victim-less crime: usually, only the driver pays the price. But texting or phoning causes oth-ers to get killed: innocent pedestrians or persons driving in other cars. Whenever a story appears about a car drift ing across the median and causing a head-on colli-sion, the cause is oft en texting or phoning.

I’m sure many of you recall the tragic ac-cident a few years ago on the East coast, when a carload of fi ve cheerleaders died because the driver was texting while driv-ing. Here in Washington state, entire fami-lies have been killed because of drivers crossing over the median while talking on cell phones. Liberty Lake is fortunate to not have had such an accident. Yet.

Neal Olander livesin Liberty Lake. He is a former member of the Liberty Lake City Council.

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legislator; the other a small businessman who owns and operates Bancard Systems Northwest and Northwest Leasing Sys-tems, which set up credit card processing systems for businesses.

At the special 4th District meeting to replace Sen. Bob McCaslin, who retired for health reasons, the elected delegates voted 40 to 23 for Baxter over Padden. Baxter’s name was then on the list of three nominees submitted to the county com-missioners, who chose Baxter to fi ll the vacancy.

Elected delegates know who has been

supporting the party and who has been doing all the volunteer work, which is why they supported Baxter. Following his re-tirement, Padden has not been seen at any conservative meetings or supported any Republican activities. He seemed content to enjoy his two retirement pensions: one for the Legislature and one as District judge.

Baxter knows the problems small busi-nesses are having with government. He deals with them every day. We need an-other business man in Olympia repre-senting us, not another lawyer. Vote Jeff Baxter.

barbara f. Green4th District Precinct Committ ee Offi cer

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BULLETIN BOARDLooking for people to carpool to EWU with. I leave LL at 8am M-F and come leave EWU at 2pm MWF, and between 3:30 and 4:30pm T/Th. Call 208-366-4490.

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MISSION MEADOWS BAZAAR19312 E Nora Lane. October 14, noon-5 pm. October 15, 9-3 pm. Lots of crafts. Bake sale. Lunch available on Saturday. Follow signs from Mission and Grady.

Watch, Sons of Anarchy every Tuesday at 7pm at Cruisers in Stateline, Id. Free spaghetti. Watch the show on our 10’ screen. Fans of SOA gather for fun. Don’t be afraid of Cruisers bikers, we’re the good guys who just like our Harley’s & can afford the leather. 6105 W. Seltice Way. For more info call Sheri at 509-217-1937.

FOR RENTAvailable now, great house located at 23317 E Maxwell. 3-bedrooms, living room, family room, dining room, kitchen and 2 baths. Two-car garage/opener. $1150/month. Call 475-1857.

BEACH CLUB ACCESS!THIS ONE WON’T LAST. Super nice, duplex, three-bedroom, kitchen/dining room, deck with view of the lake, washer & dryer, no smoking, no pets. $795 per month, 499-3101.

Liberty Lake 2-bedroom 2-bath condo. Like new custom paint, stainless appliances, washer & dryer, single garage. Rent includes cable, internet, pool, hot tub, weight room. No smokers, no pets. $800 a month, $500 deposit. For applications email [email protected].

QUIET RETREAT1168 sqft 2-br/1-bath apt, washer/dryer, fireplace, dishwasher, carport, dock, large patio overlooking the lake. W/S/G included, $850. Woodlake Village Apts, 23310 E Inlet Dr, 255-9955.

FURNITURELeather recliner love seat, taupe, good condition, $250. Call 315-5344 to see.

Pier One Tuscan Harvest dining table, rubber wood, 84x48. 2 Upholstered benches. Purchased 2006 for $1000. Sell for $195. Call 509-315-5308.

LOST & FOUNDFound: Burmese Mountain Dog on Appleway between Liberty Lake and State Line 10-4-11 Female. If you lost her, call Ted at 509-869-2787.

Lost a turquoise and white paddle boat at Liberty Lake. If found, please call 255-9221. Thank you.

PLEASE RETURN FLAMINGOES Saturday, October 8, Greenacres Middle School flock was stolen. Please, this is our fundraiser, return our green & white flamingoes to 613 N. Madson Ct.

MISC. FOR SALE9 hole round of golf at Meadow Wood, Liberty Lake or Hangman Valley. I’m unable to use the gift certificate, but you can! $22 value for only $10, 879-0805.

Cricut Expression die cutting machine (almost new) - $125. Call Elaine at 509-710-4675.

FRESH START PRODUCELast chance before frost! You pick tomatoes, hot and sweet peppers, carrots, beets, green beans, cucumbers, cabbage, sweet corn. In the store: Last of Bartlett pears, Lady peaches, plums, Italian prunes, Wapato tomatoes. Tons of pumpkins .19-cents a pound. Just in: Winter onions, spuds, ten variety of squash. Golden Delicious Fuji, Gala, and Jonagold apples. Cider, corn stalks, straw and honey. Hours: Mon-sat 9-6, Sun. 11-5. 21619 E. Wellesley, Otis Orchards, 927-8133.

Hardy Boys books (56 hardcover), good condition - $75. Call Elaine, 509-710-4675.

Kenmore washer and electric dryer. Excellent condition. $195 for both. Call 509-315-5308.

Round table 48” octagonal inlay, like new, $75. LG HDMI 5-disk DVD, receiver LH-E9674, excellent surround sound, $85. 509-315-5308.

Student desk with hutch oversized top, $45. Black iron weight set 20+ pieces, $40. 509-315-5308.

REAL ESTATEGreat MFH in Sandy Beach! 3-bed/2-bath MFH in this coveted 55+ Liberty Lake community. GFA/CAC, all updated. Huge master suite w/ private deck. Views! Beach access and boat slip. Amazing value at $99,500! Bonnie, 868-4755.

REDUCED $20,000!!AWESOME FAMILY HOME. 5-bed, 3-bath, 3-car garage, walking distance to Pavilion Park, close to bike trails, huge fenced yard, 22914 E Settler Dr. Liberty Lake, $209,950 Call 509-413-1444 or 509-385-1303.

Twisp Cafe in Liberty Lake is for sale. This is almost the cafés 2nd year and has a established customer base, steady sales and a great reputation. Business is ready for new owners to take over. The café comes with equipment, full espresso bar, beer and wine license, trained employees and inventory. Email: [email protected].

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STREET LEGAL GOLF CARTS Year end sale on all new street legal golf vehicles in stock. Don’t miss out on the 2011 federal tax credit and Washington sales tax exemption. Odyssey Sports, Hayden, 208-762-4662.

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1ST EXPRESSIONS COUNTGive your home or business and edge in this competitive market. At September Jem Gardens & Designs we can help create that curb appeal to impress potential buyers or customers. A small investment could pay big dividends. Call Jamie at 509-723-8020 for more information.

A-1 WHITE DUSTER Housecleaning, give yourself a treat and have your house cleaned. Reliable, trustworthy and reasonable rates. Weekly and bi-weekly. Please call Jamie at 509-892-3594 or cell 208-661-5535.

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATIONLiberty Lake area to Spokane International Airport (GEG), $40, Tom’s Taxi. Call 509-270-3115.

BLOWOUT SPRINKLERSDEAR NEIGHBOR Please call us to set up an appointment. Our price is $38.95 + tax and mention this ad and get $5 off. Grassmasters Lawn & Sprinkler is licensed, bonded and has over 20 years experience, 924-LAWN.

EYELASH EXTENSIONS $75NO MORE MASCARA!! Eyelash Extensions are individually placed on each individual eyelash. Extensions last 3-4 weeks before fill. Done by a licensed esthetician. Lashes by Stephanie, 509-342-8199.

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Eye Consultants 5Friends of Pavillion Park 15Good Samaritan Society Spokane Valley 21Great Harvest Bread Co 6Healthy Living Liberty Lake 2Indoor Golf 6Inland Empire Utility Coordinating Council 11Liberty Lake EyeCare Center 3Liberty Lake Family & Sports Medicine 8Liberty Lake Orthodontics 3Life Care Center of Post Falls 3Mercedes-Benz 9

Mirabeau Park Hotel 11North Idaho Dermatology - Stephen Craig MD 8Northern Quest Resort & Casino 24Peterson, Steve 5Sayre and Sayre 18Simonds Dental Group 3Spokane Chiefs 12Spokane Valley Cosmetic Laser Center 18Stevens Naturopathic Center 7Therapeutic Associates 2Valley Hospital & Medical Center 24

PERSONALIZED FITNESSAffordable personalized fitness programs. Circuit, TRX, Bootcamp, Dance/Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Nutrition. Individual, partner & group training. Located at The HUB Sports Center Liberty Lake, or in your home, or on-site. Specials! Contact Pam, 953-7501, www.chalpinfitness.com.

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLERS26 years experience, free estimates, all types of showers, backsplashes, countertops and flooring. Let us put the finishing touch on your project. Call Larry and Lillie 924-4954.

Remodeling contractor: Licensed and bonded, Peterc*152re. 24 years experience, references. Decks, patios, garages, roofing, sheetrock taping and texturing, minor plumbing. All your remodeling needs. Call Bruce, 710-4541.

SNOWBLOWER TUNEUPS/REPAIRTune-ups and repairing all brands of snow blowers. Factory Trained Technician with over 18 years of experience. Licensed and insured. Pickup and delivery available. Call Joel’s Lawnmower Repair at 924-5396.

SPRINKLER BLOW-OUTSPacific Lawn Maintenance. Full service weekly / bi-weekly lawn care, fall core aeration, fall and winter fertilizing, and sprinkler blowouts. $30-35 most lawns. Quick reliable service. Serving Liberty Lake area 12+ years. Fully lic/bond/insured. Call today to schedule yours! Pacific Lawn Maintenance, 509-218-1775.

WINDOW WASHINGPristine “clearly the best”. Window washing specializing in residential, commercial and new construction. Free estimates, guaranteed best prices, fully insured and licensed. Your Liberty Lake neighbor. Call 710-5196.

YOU’VE GOT IT “MAID” Licensed, bonded & insured. I am honest, reliable and take pride in what I do. I have great references and competitive rates. Please call Gail, 509-385-1008.

STATEWIDEREACH 2.7 MILLION READERS: The Splash participates in a statewide classified ad program that allows classified advertisers to submit ads for publication in more than 130 community publications throughout Washington. $255 buys 1,180,746 circulation and 2,715,700 readers. For more information, contact Josh Johnson at 242-7752 or [email protected].

Index of advertisersDelivered free to every business and residence in the greater Liberty Lake area, The Splash is possible because of its advertisers. Following are the local advertisers in this week’s Splash. Please consider them when offering your patronage.

See CLASSIFIEDS, page 23


ADOPTIONADOPT - Art classes to zoo trips, everything in between, 1st baby will be our king/queen. Expenses paid. Dave & Robin, 1-800-990-7667.

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ATTEND COLLEGE online from Home. Medical, Business, Paralegal, Accounting, Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualifi ed. Call 866-483-4429, www.CenturaOnline.com.

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EVENTS-FESTIVALSANNOUNCE your festival for only pennies. Four weeks to 2.7 million readers statewide for about $1,000. Call Josh at The Splash at 242-7752 or 1-206-634-3838 for more details.

FINANCIALLOCAL PRIVATE INVESTOR loans money on real estate equity. I loan on houses, raw land, commercial property and property development. Call Eric at 800-563-3005, www.fossmortgage.com.

FOR SALESAWMILLS from only $3997 - Make money and save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/300N, 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N.

HELP WANTEDTRUCK DRIVERS - Company - Lease - Work for us or let us work for you! Unbeatable career opportunities. Trainee, Company driver. Lease Operators earn up to $51K. Lease Trainers earn up to $80K, 877-369-7105, www.centraldrivingjobs.net.

LEGAL SERVICESDIVORCE $135. $165 with children. No court appearances. Complete preparation. Includes, custody, support, property division and bills. BBB member. 503-772-5295, www.paralegalalternatives.com, [email protected].

CLASSIFIEDSContinued from page 22

Buy and sell with your neighbors in a local marketplace

Lots of free options (Anything for sale under $250 is free, plus categories like Bulletin Board, Lost & Found and Wanted)

Saturate Greater Liberty Lake in 6,000 copies, reaching more than 12,000 readers (industry studies show more than two readers per copy of a newspaper)

Options galore — stand out with inexpensive options for color highlighting, borders, bold headers, and capitalized lead-ins

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“Th ere’s nothing I can do to change those people’s minds,” Beckett said. “Th at is a small portion of the population.”

Addressing challengesAn Oct. 6 article in Th e Splash re-

vealed a $13,338.45 default judgment September stemming from a lawsuit against Beckett regarding an STCU per-sonal line of credit. Beckett failed to re-spond to a court summons, and he told Th e Splash when fi rst contacted he had no knowledge of the lawsuit and was looking into it.

Th e court decision followed a separate legal settlement in March in which Beck-ett was ordered to pay $1,915 in past due rent and fees to Bitterroot Lodge in what

he termed “a matter of strong diff erences of an interpretation of a lease.” He said he has heard little backlash from the issue and doesn’t see it greatly aff ecting his run for mayor.

“Ultimately the decision is up to voters, and I can’t control all of that, but I’m not letting up,” Beckett said. “So, no, I don’t think the tabloid story in Th e Splash will deter any of that.”

As for Peterson, he has been both ap-plauded and criticized in the past for a leadership style that he has termed as put-ting the “strong” in strong mayor.

According to him, it’s a strength that is collaborative. Peterson noted that during his tenure as mayor, the major-ity of Council votes were 7-0. He credits that record, in part, to rounds of phone calls and follow-ups making sure Coun-cil members understood information in their packets and had all their questions

answered. “It doesn’t do any good to show up and

get a ‘no’ vote or try to railroad it through, because it won’t go through,” Peterson said. “I’m not touchy-feely. All I want is to make sure we can deliver the best product possible. It’s not about me.”

For his part, Beckett made a point to separate himself from a forceful leader-ship style.

“Nobody in this city will say I’m a bully or bossy. … Th ose aren’t words people would use to describe me,” Beckett said. “I don’t believe the mayor is supposed to be the person who will come in and tell the Council how to act.”

Th e public can hear from the candi-dates at a forum from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. tonight at the Meadowwood Technology Campus (see breakout, page 16).

MAYORContinued from page 17


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we’ve got you covered.

One out of every eight women will develop breast cancer. But statistics show more women survive this diagnosis when it is detected and treated early. According to the American Cancer Society, mammograms remain one of the most effective methods for early detection. If you are 40 or older, or are considered to be at risk, Valley Hospital and Medical Center encourages you to have a mammogram once a year – starting now.

To schedule your mammogram, call 509-473-5483. For more information, visit SpokaneValleyHospital.com.

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