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Commission rejects bid for cabin zoning on Harstine Island SPEAKING AT a recent McReavy House gathering were (right to left) former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, Garry Schalliol, Derek Valley and former Shelton city commissioner Janet Rogerson. may make a new of McReavy House It was a magical McReavy gala affair at the Robin Re, in Union on reports Mike Fred- local historian and head of effort to restore the LOW COST CREMATION bOors opened at 6 p.m. with art show displaying Waldo )rints. Then with the crowded into the din- the panel of Fredson, Rogerson, Derek Valley, Schalliol and Ralph Mun- discussed the historical pres- aspects of the proposed House museum and arts center. president of the non- organization undertak- the restoration of the 1890 in Union, introduced the to John McReavy, the Citizen of Hood Canal for from 1861, as leading territorial legislator and of Union City." He also briefly the artist colo- which was located at Olym- Manor from 1924 to 1952 included Orre Nobles, Wal- Chase, Kristen Hauser and Pixley. tIE ALSO UPDATED the progress, stating it 62 members and $4,700. foundation is seeking more a quarter million dollars, grants. McReavy's de- have said they will do- house to the foundation they are shown the group financial resources to re- and maintain the property I Community asset. Rogerson of Shelton is a member of the Washington for Historic Preservation. talked about steps the foun- needs to take to be eligi- Hood Canal SCHOOL March 12-16 Breakfast: Cheese bagel, juice, milk. Lunch: Pepperoni green salad with tomatoes, fruit gummies, milk. SDAY: Breakfast: Cold cereal, cracker, fruit, juice, milk. Chix fries, tater tots, grapes, cake, milk. IDNESDAY: Breakfast: Yogurt, cheese, graham cracker, fruit, %, milk. Lunch: Hamburger on celery with peanut butter, fresh milk. EARLY OUT Breakfast: Apple turn- juice, milk. Lunch: Hot dog baby carrots, green apple, Snack mix, milk. EARLY OUT Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch: baby carrots, banana, corn EARLY OUT SP°"s°red by: k wEs, to.s, 8..K . 24341 101 • 877-5272 ble fbr state and federal funding. These steps include a "historic structures" report that would detail the historic elements of the McReavy House and offer a road to rehabilitation. Munro of Olympia spoke about the benefits of the pres- ervation to the community, in- cluding economic renewal in housing, an increase in tourism and community pride. He spoke about how the state can sup- port such preservation efforts. However, Fredson said, he most inspired the audience when he spoke about his childhood on Bainbridge Island and how the island had been overrun with "McMansions" and how it di- luted the fabric and pride of the local community. Valley was recently director of the State Capitol Museum. He related how Hood Canal was in his genes, as his grandpar- ents had canoed from Seattle to the Union City hotel for their honeymoon. SCHALLIOL OF THE Wash- ington State Historical Society, talked about how the McReavy House can obtain funding from the state. He encouraged an ap- plication from the foundation and told the group how to include in- kind donations as part of the re- quired matching funds. He said a "historic structures" report is a road map for restoration. "All the speakers encouraged the foundation in its preserva- tion efforts," Fredson said. "The audience was inspired by the im- portant preservation chance in Union and how it can aid future community development." At evening's end, eight more members paid dues of $25. Per- sons who would like to join the group are invited to the founda- tion's next working meeting in April. For more information, call Lisa Leggett at 898-1717. What Harstine Island needs are log cabins for tourists to spend the night - or does it? A number of Harstine residents and the Mason County Commission don't think so. Harstine neighbors filled the commission chambers to oppose such a proposal at a public hearing held on February 27. The idea was to turn 2.57 acres of inland prop- erty on North Island Drive into a campground. The area in question is zoned Rural Residential 5 and property owners Linda Christen- son and Frank James requested changing the designation to an- other zone: Rural Tourist Camp- ground. Their plan was to build eight or nine up-scale log cabins on pilings, each large enough for two people but without kitchen facilities. They also wanted to build a gaze- bo and a main office and to install plantings and foliage to screen the grounds from the public. After listening to two and a half' hours of testimony from more than a dozen people, most of whom spoke against the proposal, commission- ers Tim Sheldon and Lynda Ring- Erickson voted 2-0 to deny the request. Commissioner Ross Gal- lagher thought it best that he not cast a vote, explaining how he had unwittingly asked a community member about the issue and as a result felt he had compromised his objectivity on the matter. FOLLOWING TWO public hearings last October and in Janu- ary, the Mason County's Planning Advisory Commission came to the same conclusion. Primary concerns expressed by those speaking against the rezone included how it might affect adja- cent property values and the lack Congestive Heart Failure Forum Set for Tuesday, March 27 "Learning New Ways to Keep Active and as Healthy as Possible" Chandar Bhimani. M.D Board Certified Internal Medicine of recreational attractions open to the public on the island. Some neighbors said they were bothered by the Rural Tourist Campground designation because it could leave the property open to ancillary com- mercial uses. Some said they were worried about the precedent it would set for other property owners on the island potentially interested in re- zoning their property to commer- cial uses in a residential neigh- borhood. They didn't believe the rezone request was the best fit for the criteria of a rural residential neighborhood. "I think a rezone opens up ibr a lot of commercial opportunities not compatible with the island," said Rebecca Magu- ire. She described herself as a neighbor with a master's degree in urban planning and was echoing a concern expressed by many at the hearing. Maguire said Harstine Island has a closely knit commu- nity of people who cook together and share produce they've grown in their backyards. "It's amazing. I've never found a place like this," she said. MAGUIRE WAS quick to add she is not opposed to the idea of (Please turn to page 42.) Complete $ 3 7 5 360-705-2857 or 1-800-575-8823 24 hours Always low cost with dignity AMERICAN BURIAL & CREMATION SERVICES Thank you to all those who Joined Olneh on the Home Tour February 2Sth. It was a great success. The next Home Tour will be March 25th. If you would like to have a personal tour of any home, please contact Dinah anytime at the phone number or website above. MGH's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is offering a FREE Community Health Education Forum luncheon on Tuesday, March 27 from noon until 1:30 p.m. to help patients and family members understand "Congestive Heart Failure" (CHF). The Forum is offered every four months for all area CHF patients to attend - whether they are treated at MGH or not. Critical care nurses, Dhysical therapists, dieticians, pharmacists and a chef will all be a part of the Forum. The Forum covers: • What is CHF? • What are the causes and treatments? • Medication • Low-impact exercise tips • Low-salt/low-fat eating The Forum will end with a free low-salt/low-fat gourmet lunch prepared by MGH's Executive Chef, John Cruse, and staff. To make a reservation for the March 27, 2007 meeting, call Tom DiDonna, R.N., coordinator of the Forum, at (360) 427-3609 (from Belfair (360) 27.5-8614 and ask for the education department). This month, Chandar Bhimani, M.D., board-certified in internal medieine, will prouide an Open Forum on heart disease. Come with your questions to learn more about sell-management of CHF. General Where caring counts. Bay Pediatflcs • North Thursday, March 8, 2007 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page 31 Commission rejects bid for cabin zoning on Harstine Island SPEAKING AT a recent McReavy House gathering were (right to left) former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, Garry Schalliol, Derek Valley and former Shelton city commissioner Janet Rogerson. may make a new of McReavy House It was a magical McReavy gala affair at the Robin Re, in Union on reports Mike Fred- local historian and head of effort to restore the LOW COST CREMATION bOors opened at 6 p.m. with art show displaying Waldo )rints. Then with the crowded into the din- the panel of Fredson, Rogerson, Derek Valley, Schalliol and Ralph Mun- discussed the historical pres- aspects of the proposed House museum and arts center. president of the non- organization undertak- the restoration of the 1890 in Union, introduced the to John McReavy, the Citizen of Hood Canal for from 1861, as leading territorial legislator and of Union City." He also briefly the artist colo- which was located at Olym- Manor from 1924 to 1952 included Orre Nobles, Wal- Chase, Kristen Hauser and Pixley. tIE ALSO UPDATED the progress, stating it 62 members and $4,700. foundation is seeking more a quarter million dollars, grants. McReavy's de- have said they will do- house to the foundation they are shown the group financial resources to re- and maintain the property I Community asset. Rogerson of Shelton is a member of the Washington for Historic Preservation. talked about steps the foun- needs to take to be eligi- Hood Canal SCHOOL March 12-16 Breakfast: Cheese bagel, juice, milk. Lunch: Pepperoni green salad with tomatoes, fruit gummies, milk. SDAY: Breakfast: Cold cereal, cracker, fruit, juice, milk. Chix fries, tater tots, grapes, cake, milk. IDNESDAY: Breakfast: Yogurt, cheese, graham cracker, fruit, %, milk. Lunch: Hamburger on celery with peanut butter, fresh milk. EARLY OUT Breakfast: Apple turn- juice, milk. Lunch: Hot dog baby carrots, green apple, Snack mix, milk. EARLY OUT Breakfast: Cheese omelet, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch: baby carrots, banana, corn EARLY OUT SP°"s°red by: k wEs, to.s, 8..K . 24341 101 • 877-5272 ble fbr state and federal funding. These steps include a "historic structures" report that would detail the historic elements of the McReavy House and offer a road to rehabilitation. Munro of Olympia spoke about the benefits of the pres- ervation to the community, in- cluding economic renewal in housing, an increase in tourism and community pride. He spoke about how the state can sup- port such preservation efforts. However, Fredson said, he most inspired the audience when he spoke about his childhood on Bainbridge Island and how the island had been overrun with "McMansions" and how it di- luted the fabric and pride of the local community. Valley was recently director of the State Capitol Museum. He related how Hood Canal was in his genes, as his grandpar- ents had canoed from Seattle to the Union City hotel for their honeymoon. SCHALLIOL OF THE Wash- ington State Historical Society, talked about how the McReavy House can obtain funding from the state. He encouraged an ap- plication from the foundation and told the group how to include in- kind donations as part of the re- quired matching funds. He said a "historic structures" report is a road map for restoration. "All the speakers encouraged the foundation in its preserva- tion efforts," Fredson said. "The audience was inspired by the im- portant preservation chance in Union and how it can aid future community development." At evening's end, eight more members paid dues of $25. Per- sons who would like to join the group are invited to the founda- tion's next working meeting in April. For more information, call Lisa Leggett at 898-1717. What Harstine Island needs are log cabins for tourists to spend the night - or does it? A number of Harstine residents and the Mason County Commission don't think so. Harstine neighbors filled the commission chambers to oppose such a proposal at a public hearing held on February 27. The idea was to turn 2.57 acres of inland prop- erty on North Island Drive into a campground. The area in question is zoned Rural Residential 5 and property owners Linda Christen- son and Frank James requested changing the designation to an- other zone: Rural Tourist Camp- ground. Their plan was to build eight or nine up-scale log cabins on pilings, each large enough for two people but without kitchen facilities. They also wanted to build a gaze- bo and a main office and to install plantings and foliage to screen the grounds from the public. After listening to two and a half' hours of testimony from more than a dozen people, most of whom spoke against the proposal, commission- ers Tim Sheldon and Lynda Ring- Erickson voted 2-0 to deny the request. Commissioner Ross Gal- lagher thought it best that he not cast a vote, explaining how he had unwittingly asked a community member about the issue and as a result felt he had compromised his objectivity on the matter. FOLLOWING TWO public hearings last October and in Janu- ary, the Mason County's Planning Advisory Commission came to the same conclusion. Primary concerns expressed by those speaking against the rezone included how it might affect adja- cent property values and the lack Congestive Heart Failure Forum Set for Tuesday, March 27 "Learning New Ways to Keep Active and as Healthy as Possible" Chandar Bhimani. M.D Board Certified Internal Medicine of recreational attractions open to the public on the island. Some neighbors said they were bothered by the Rural Tourist Campground designation because it could leave the property open to ancillary com- mercial uses. Some said they were worried about the precedent it would set for other property owners on the island potentially interested in re- zoning their property to commer- cial uses in a residential neigh- borhood. They didn't believe the rezone request was the best fit for the criteria of a rural residential neighborhood. "I think a rezone opens up ibr a lot of commercial opportunities not compatible with the island," said Rebecca Magu- ire. She described herself as a neighbor with a master's degree in urban planning and was echoing a concern expressed by many at the hearing. Maguire said Harstine Island has a closely knit commu- nity of people who cook together and share produce they've grown in their backyards. "It's amazing. I've never found a place like this," she said. MAGUIRE WAS quick to add she is not opposed to the idea of (Please turn to page 42.) Complete $ 3 7 5 360-705-2857 or 1-800-575-8823 24 hours Always low cost with dignity AMERICAN BURIAL & CREMATION SERVICES Thank you to all those who Joined Olneh on the Home Tour February 2Sth. It was a great success. The next Home Tour will be March 25th. If you would like to have a personal tour of any home, please contact Dinah anytime at the phone number or website above. MGH's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is offering a FREE Community Health Education Forum luncheon on Tuesday, March 27 from noon until 1:30 p.m. to help patients and family members understand "Congestive Heart Failure" (CHF). The Forum is offered every four months for all area CHF patients to attend - whether they are treated at MGH or not. Critical care nurses, Dhysical therapists, dieticians, pharmacists and a chef will all be a part of the Forum. The Forum covers: • What is CHF? • What are the causes and treatments? • Medication • Low-impact exercise tips • Low-salt/low-fat eating The Forum will end with a free low-salt/low-fat gourmet lunch prepared by MGH's Executive Chef, John Cruse, and staff. To make a reservation for the March 27, 2007 meeting, call Tom DiDonna, R.N., coordinator of the Forum, at (360) 427-3609 (from Belfair (360) 27.5-8614 and ask for the education department). This month, Chandar Bhimani, M.D., board-certified in internal medieine, will prouide an Open Forum on heart disease. Come with your questions to learn more about sell-management of CHF. General Where caring counts. Bay Pediatflcs • North Thursday, March 8, 2007 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page 31