February 5, 2015- Vol 7, Issue 5
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In This Issue
Tax Help
Free Rabies Vaccinations
Sustainable Living Series
Public Notices

On behalf of the Sumner community, Mayor Enslow thanked John McDonald for serving Sumner so well over the years through our fire department's transitions and wished him a happy retirement.
Mayor's Update: The Power of Sports
At American Lake Veterans Golf Course, it's easy to see the power of sports in our lives.
   
This week, we were reminded all too well of the power of sports to bring both elation and depression.  In some respects, it's almost frightening the power they can have on our collective mood; but in the end, I think it's the ability to bring such different people together that is so special. 

In Sumner, we sure love our sports.  Our parks are often full of adults and children playing various games; high school games are community-wide events; and
bike riders and joggers enjoy our trail system through Sumner.  There are also a few more connections on the horizon. 

The Sounders U-23 team will again call Sumner's Sunset Stadium home this year.  If you've never seen them play, you should.  It's $10, it's right here in Sumner, and it's a fun game to watch.  Of course, the U.S. Open is coming to Chambers Bay in June, and Open in Sumner will celebrate all things golf and Pacific Northwest here in Sumner the weekend before (June 13-14).  The proceeds of this will go to the Friends of American Lake Veteran's Golf Course, the only course in the nation specifically designed for disabled veterans.  Talk about the power of sports to literally change lives! 

This last Monday, we also increased our partnership with the Tacoma South Sound Sports Commission.  They exist to attract and support amateur sports events to our area.  And in June the Daffodil Festival will return with their 5K run in each city, including Sumner, before the parade. 

We use sports to mix generations, to gather together, to cheer, to strive for something, and even to raise money for good causes.  Sports can keep our bodies healthy, but they also keep our community healthy.  We get these benefits whether our team wins or loses.  Of course, it's easier to remember when our teams win rather than lose, but even in loss, we can come together as a community

 

Mayor Dave Enslow

Tax Help

"In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." 
- Benjamin Franklin

Regionally, groups are working to offer you free help with your taxes.  One location for this is the Sumner Pierce County Library.  Take a look at these flyers for assistance with your 2015 Federal taxes.  

 

Free Rabies Vaccination

Pasado's Spay Station is offering free rabies vaccinations all month, and they will be at the Metro Animal Services shelter on Thursday, February 19.


Pierce County's Sustainable Living Series
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Would you like to know how to live in a way that is more sustainable and earth-friendly? There are many simple things we can do to improve the health of our community, our lives and the earth as a whole. Our environmental experts teach classes full of tips and resources, lead the tour and answer your questions.
Pre-registration is required. Register at  Pierce County's website.

All classes are held on Wednesdays 6-8 pm at Meridian Habitat Center, 14422 Meridian E, Puyallup.  The tour on March 28 is a different time and location.

March 11 - The Three R's: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
March 18 - Food Waste Facts & Compost
March 25 - Green Cleaning
Saturday, March 28, 9 am - noon - Tour of Solid Waste Facilities

Series Fee (includes three classes and tour): $10 per person | $5 each additional family member, pre-registration required, for ages 14 and up.


Public Notices
  
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