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Local News Debris continued from page 1 $700,000 and was last tapped to address the state’s whooping cough epidemic. ``How much I release depends on that plan,’’ she said. In March, Gregoire joined the governors of Oregon and Califor- A commercial crab fisherman in attendance at the press conference told the governor that one of his vessels recently picked up 500 pounds of debris that was wrapped together and reported it to federal officials. He said fisher- men like him are concerned about the security of their fixed gear, like crab pots. ``If there’s a significant amount of debris, that gear can be swept away,’’ said Larry Thevik, of Ocean Shores, noting that such an impact on fishermen would also impact the local economy. Gregoire promised him that his concerns would be addressed in the plan that is currently being worked on by the state team. Gregoire said that she expected a draft from the team within the next two weeks, and depending on what they determine, she said she’s willing to look at releasing money from her emergency fund, which currently has more than B ERNIE F OSTER Founder/Publisher B OBBIE D ORE F OSTER Executive Editor T ED B ANKS Advertising Manager J ERRY F OSTER Account Executive L ISA L OVING News Editor H ELEN S ILVIS Multimedia Editor D AVID K IDD Graphic Designer M ONICA J. F OSTER Seattle Office Coordinator J ULIE K EEFE S USAN F RIED Photographers The Department of Health has been testing any items that have washed onshore for radioactive activity. Last week officials said they were testing samples taken from a 20-foot boat that could be debris from the Japanese tsunami. Gregoire has joined with the governors of Oregon and California and the premier of British Columbia to manage debris from the tsunami nia and the premier of British Columbia in announcing that they would collaborate to manage debris from the tsunami that might wash up along the west coast. Gregoire had already sepa- rately signed a similar agreement with B.C. Premier Christy Clark in February. The boat was found beached at Cape Disappointment State Park on Friday. The Department of Ecology will screen materials that could be hazardous and is working with local governments and volunteer groups to pick up debris as need- ed. family members, and friends. His death is a loss not only for you, but also for our entire communi- Board that it name a pavilion for Otto and place a plaque stating that the pavilion is offered: ``In The governor said there’s no reason to fear eating seafood or visiting coastal beaches. Health Secretary Mary Selecky says monitoring has found no radiation in salmon. The state also is monitoring for invasive species, but Gregoire says she’s not aware of any arriv- ing on tsunami debris. Please Recycle this Newspaper “Challenging People to Shape a Better Future Now” Shooting continued from page 1 The Skanner Newspaper, established in October 1975, is a weekly publica- tion, published each Wednesday by IMM Publications Inc., 415 N. Killingsworth St., P.O. Box 5455, Portland, OR 97228. Telephone (503) 285-5555. E-mail: info@theskanner.com World Wide Web site: http://www.theskanner.com Fax: (503) 285-2900 The Skanner is a member of the National Newspaper Pub lishers Associ- ation and West Coast Black Pub lishers Association. All photos submitted become the property of The Skanner. We are not re - spon sible for lost or damaged photos either solicited or unsolicited. ed settlement of a lawsuit that was reached last month between the city and Ann Zehm. It also called for a payment of $1.67 million, better training for police, and a pavilion in a Spokane park to be named in honor of Zehm. At the same June 4 meeting, city officials gave Zehm a check for more than $700,000 _ represent- ing the city’s portion of the mone- tary part of the settlement. The city’s insurance company will pay the balance of the $1.67 million. Condon’s letter said: ``I very much regret, and I sincerely apol- ogize for, the death of your son, Otto. I understand that Otto was a loving and supportive son who enjoyed his work and enjoyed spending time with you, other © 2011 The Skanner. ALL RIGHTS RE SERVED. REPRODUCTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART WITHOUT PERMISSION PROHIBITED. C O M M U N The written apology was part of a mediated settlement – along with a payment of $1.67 million — that was reached last month between the city and the victim’s mother ty.’’ ``I cannot change the past, but I can ensure a better future. Since Otto’s death, the City has commit- ted to instituting procedures to protect citizens like Otto.’’ ``I will recommend to the Park I T Y C Memory of Otto Zehm.’’’ Police confronted Zehm in a convenience store after two young women reported he was behaving erratically. The women erroneous- ly reported that he may have taken money from an ATM. A L E N D Surveillance video in the store showed that police officer Karl F. Thompson Jr. rushed up to Zehm and began beating him even though Zehm was retreating. Zehm was beaten with a baton and Tasered. He was also hogtied and sat on by officers until he lost con- sciousness. The civil case is separate from a criminal case filed in federal court by the Department of Justice over Zehm’s death. Thompson was convicted last year in federal court of using excessive force and lying to inves- tigators in the case. But he has yet to be sentenced and remains free as his lawyers seek a new trial. A R S EATTLE 2012 Thursday – Friday June 21 – 22 If you have an event you want to share with the community, email it two weeks in advance to The Skanner at info@theskanner.com ROCK-N-ROLL MARATHON HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO. 60 exhibitors will offer free samples, showcase the latest in running gear, sports apparel and much more. Free admission and open to the public. Thursday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Century Link Field Event Center. Friday – Sunday June 22-24 Thursday June 21 PARKS HOST CELEBRATION FOR RENOVATION AT ROANOKE STREET MINI PARK. Please come join us from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at Fairview Ave. E. and E. Roanoke St. This is a great opportunity to see the beautiful waterfront location. The event will feature music and light appetizers generously provided by Blue Ribbon Cooking & Culinary Center. Page 2 The Seattle Skanner June 20, 2012 BOOK ON OVER TO WARREN G. MAGNUSON PARK: FRIENDS OF THE SEATTLE PUBLIC MINI BOOK SALE. The book sale is open to the public from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sunday. 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Building 30 Workshop. Saturday June 23 THE SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY HOST CHINESE DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL. The Seattle Public Library will host a performance of song, dance and poetry in celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave, Level 1. Friday – Sunday June 29 – July 1 EMERALD QUEEN CASINO’S TASTE OF TACOMA. Admission is free: Join KMPS at The Emerald Queen Casino’s Taste of Tacoma at Point Defiance Park as they celebrate 27 years as Tacoma’s Ultimate Family Festival. Friday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Sunday July 1 GLOBAL HEALTH EXPERIENCE EXHIBIT. The exhibit culminates in the Pathways to Global Health Activity. There will be a tent filled with hands-on activities and child friendly experiences. Free admission, all day event. McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St.
