1. YMCA Of Greater Seattle
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
Congratulations,
Youth and Government,
on an exemplary legacy of
leadership and service.
May 2, 2007
2. YMCA Of Greater Seattle
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
Congratulations, Youth and Government,
on an exemplary legacy of leadership and service.
3. Table of Contents
Washington YMCA
Youth &Government
2007 Commemorative Book
PAGE 2…60th Session Agenda
PAGE 3…Banquet Schedule
PAGE 4…Letters from Leadership
PAGE 5…Governing Board of Directors / Advisory Board
PAGE 6-8…Alumni Stories of Youth & Government
PAGE 9…Youth Governors 1948-2007
PAGE 10…Youth & Government Award Recipients / Tribute to Host Families
PAGE 11-12…Tribute to Advisors and Coaches / Our State Directors
PAGE 13-15…History and Highlights of the Mock Trial Competition
PAGE 16…Tribute to Mock Trial National Champions
PAGE 17-19…History and Highlights of Youth Legislature
PAGE 20…60/20 Committee / History of Capitol Campus
PAGE 21…Vision and Mission
PAGE 22…Robert F. Utter Award
PAGE 23-24…Special Thanks to Our Donors
PAGE 25-32…Thank You to Our Supporters
4. 60/20 PROGRAM
60th Session of the Washington YMCA Youth Legislature
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Wednesday May, 2nd Friday, May 4th
11:00am-noon Registration 9:00-11:30am Second regular session
12:00-12:30 Area Orientations 9:30-4:00 Election for 2008 Major Officers
1:00-3:30 Legislative Committee in Session 10:00-10:30 Advisors Meeting I
1:30-2:00 Advisor Meeting I 10:30-11:00 Advisor Meeting II
2:00-2:30 Advisor Meeting II 11:30-1:00 Lunch On Your Own
Program Committee Meeting
3:30-5:00 Alumni Reception
1:00-4:30 2nd regular session continued
3:45-4:45 Rules Committee
2:00 Governor’s Press Conference
5:00-6:00 Campaign Rally
4:30-8:00 Dinner with Host Families
5:00-5:45 Governor’s Cabinet Reception
8:00-11:00 Youth Governor’s Ball
6:00-6:45 House & Senate Organizational Sessions
6:15-7:30 Opening Joint Session
7:45-9:00 60/20 Anniversary Banquet
Thursday, May 3rd Saturday, May 5th
9:00-10:45am First regular session 9:00-11:00am Third Regular Session
9:30-10:00 Advisors Meeting I 9:30-10:00 Advisors Meeting I
10:00-10:30 Advisor Meeting II
10:00-10:30 Advisor Meeting II
10:45-11:00 Picture Line Up
11:30-12:30 Closing Joint Session
11:00-11:45 Pictures with the Governors
12:30 Adjournment
11:45-1:30 CONA Delegation Meeting of the 60th Session of the
WA YMCA Youth Legislature
11:45-1:30 Lunch on Your Own
1:30-4:30 First regular session continued
4:45-5:45 Candidate Speeches
5:45-7:30 First Regular Session Continued
7:30-9:30 Dinner with your Delegation Meeting Adjourned
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Washington YMCA
Celebrating of Mock Trial
60 years of Youth Legislature and 20 years
May 2, 2007 at 7:45PM
Welcome
Lucy Helm-Board Chair
Introduction of this Evening’s Emcee—Mike Egan
Recognition of Honored Guests
Raffle Drawing
Recognition of Program Alumni
Honorary Chairs Remarks
Honorable Sid Snyder-Retired Washington State Senate,
Honorable Ralph Munro-Retired Secretary of State,
and
Honorable Justice Robert Utter-Retired Washington State Supreme Court
Presentation of Utter Award
Down Memory Lane
Youth Legislature Mock Trial Alumni Share Their Stories
Celebratory Toasts
Youth Governor
to the participants (audience repeats)
Lt. Governor (President of the Senate)
to the Senate of the State of Washington (audience repeats)
Speaker of the House
to the House of Representatives of the State of Washington (audience repeats)
Mock Trial Representative
to the Judicial System (audience repeats)
Secretary of State
to the State of Washington (audience repeats)
Attorney General
to the three branches of Government (audience repeats)
Mike Egan
toast to our Alumni (audience repeats)
All Toasters
to Our Democracy (audience repeats)
Commemorative Slide Show
Closing
MIke Egan
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Letters from Leadership
Greetings from the Governor,
I am pleased to extend warm greetings to all those celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Washington YMCA Youth
Legislature Program and the 20th Anniversary of the Mock Trial Program. Congratulations on these significant milestones!
These outstanding educational opportunities allow young people to learn through doing, experiencing the democratic
and judicial processes firsthand. I applaud all of the Washington YMCA Youth and Government staff, volunteers, and
participants who have made the youth Legislature and Mock Trial programs what they are today. The future rests in the
hands of our youth, and prorams like these help ensure that tomorrow’s leaders will be equipped with the knowledge and
skill base needed for a fair and equitable society.
Thank you for your hard work and dedication, and please accept my best wishes for a memorable celebration and con-
tinued success in the years ahead.
Sincerely,
Christine`Gregoire
Governor
Dear Director Nesbit:
It is my pleasure to be involved in the annual YMCA Youth Legislature. This is a wonderful opportunity for Washington
State young people to learn how their government operates. Perhaps one day many of the delegates may have a desire
to run for a state office.
The students, volunteers and alumni are to be commended for their dedication and commitment to this worthwhile
program. Congratulations to all those who have worked hard to make the 60th Anniversary of Youth Government in
Washington State a success!
Sincerely,
Brad Owen
Lieutenant Governor
Dear YMCA Youth and Government Students, Volunteers, and Alumni,
I offer you my sincerest congratulations on the celebration of your 60th anniversary. I hope that you are proud of this
outstanding achievement.
For many, the YMCA Youth and Government program has served as a solid beginning for life-long careers devoted to
public service. The YMCA Youth and Government program instills in our youth a passion for democracy and the civic
process that stays with them into adulthood.
I look forward to another 60+ years of Youth and Government in Washington State.
Sincerely,
Sam Reed
Secretary of State
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Governing Board of Directors Advisory Board
Lucy Helm Enid Layes Jennifer Joly
Chair Vice Chair Secretary
Sam Reed
Secretary of State
Sam Bovard Joan Yoshitomi Pam Curtis-Bjornsen
Treasurer
Sharon Tomiko Santos
WA State Representative
Judge William Downing Stuart Elway Mike Egan
Scott Washburn
YMCA of Greater Seattle
Garrison Kurtz Chris Koenig Bob Butts
Ralph Munro
Former Secretary of State
Jim Bricker Jim Ferrell Claire Mauksch
Justice Robert Utter
Judge Robert Lewis Morrie Low Don Brevik WA State Supreme Court-Retired
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Alumni Stories of Youth Government
I must say that my experience was cut dramatically short however, by the earthquake of 1965, which caused cancellation of the 1965
YMCA Youth Legislature. I was slated to be Lt. Governor, but never got to wield the gavel in the Senate! I was fortunate though to be the
Governor of the Cowlitz County local version of the Youth Legislature. My most vivid memory was feeling compelled to veto an issue
proposed by one of my good friends. There was the usual “eleventh hour” lobbying by each side stating their case, pounding on my
door, and I think I even held up the final session trying to decide whether or not to sign or veto the issue. Friendships of course don’t
mean automatic approval, but may influence outcomes. It was a good lesson.
One of the issues I recall being debated and passing easily was the white line being painted along the curbside of two-lane roads. I think
that idea started in the Youth Legislature and eventually became law. Another issue debated back in 1965 was the replacement of the
state sales tax with an income tax, and I see that re-cycled from time to time, still not popular enough to pass into law.
Thanks again for including me, and have a wonderful celebration and reunion!!
John N. Kirkpatrick, 1965 Delegate
Before I entered the YMCA Youth and Government Program my freshman year of high school, I was a timid academic who thought
speaking in public was a death sentence. Though the studious part of me remained intact, I evolved into a self-aware, self-confident
person who had no qualms with interacting and communicating with people nor audiences. This is the legacy of Youth and Government:
transforming individuals into socially conscious and civically interactive individuals for the rest of their lives.
Joseph Jenkins, Youth Governor-58th Session
Spirited debate, patient collaboration, exchange of ideas, a dance in the Rotunda, dialogue with elected representatives and senators,
staying with families on Cooper Point, that cute girl from ….. now, where was it that she was from? All of these and more are the memo-
ries I have of my high school years (1958-1961) in Youth and Government. The interpersonal and academic skills necessary to research
an idea, write it as a bill, convince others of its merit, and get the governor to sign it into law have become lessons for a lifetime. As an
adult teacher/advisor of a delegation, I continued to learn while students came to grips with the nuances of the program. Later, as a
board member, I saw the addition of Mock Trial to the legislative program. That was a difficult job, and yet the skills I learned from the
program earlier helped me and others add to Youth and Government. Then seeing a daughter in the program became the icing on a
wonderful cake. So, what does Youth and Government mean to me? I cannot answer that. I can say that it is at the core of me, and as
such it has become part of that which supports most of what I do! I do not know what I would have become or done without my Youth
and Government experiences, but I am sure I would not have felt quite so fulfilled.
Jim Tomlin, Alumni, 1958-61
As I contemplate my 30th high school reunion, I realize more and more the important role of Youth and Government in shaping my high
school experience. In the program I not only received valuable confidence in speaking publicly about issues I cared about, I was chal-
lenged to think and write more deeply about the issues of our day. Youth and Government is one of the few places I know of which
allows of a non-ideological focus and interchange of ideas –and encourages thoughtful, respectful and focused expression and interac-
tion of those ideas. In our increasingly factionalized society and world, it is much needed! It was always exciting to meet with other
youth of the state with the support of government officials offering of the capitol--to feel that we mattered as the future of our state.
Committed adults gave me an appreciation and model for the power of mentoring for youth, a commitment I have carried into my profes-
sional role as a pastor these past 18 years. It was my pleasure to participate in the 50th anniversary celebration—and I had hoped to be
there for the 60th. I am pleased to continue to support and celebrate the continuation of this important and valuable program for youth
in Washington—even from the other side of the country. I am deeply grateful for the support of the YMCA in making it available.
Rev. Chris Johnson Foster, Youth Governor 1979
In high school I attended the “judicial component” of the Youth Government program. I remember quite vividly meeting Justice Ut-
ter and how kind and interested he was in us. I also remember how scary he was when we went to argue our sides. 29 years later in
2007 I sat next to the Justice during Sunday’s big breakfast but this time as an attorney rater for the championship round.
Karen Koehler, 1978 Delegate
This memory could be considered a memorable event for our entire family. It occurred during the 1981 Youth Legislature. Our oldest
daughter, Pam Curtis, was the Youth Governor for that year and our youngest daughter, Julie Curtis, was the Sergeant-at-Arms for
the Senate together with another Vancouver youth, Ross Warner. The Governor received a note from Congressmen Rasmussen and
Carlos Pizarro that her sister, Julie, had been kidnapped and was being held until the Governor approved their Senate bill which was
up for approval at that time. It was a tense time, but Julie was returned safe and unharmed after being held at the local Dairy Queen
indulging in ice cream for over an hour.
Marelyn and Jim Curtis, Parents of 1981 Delegates
I attended the Hi-Y Model Legislature of 1948 as a state representative from Whatcom County. I made many friends and it was a lot
of fun! I have treasured that experience all my life! It gave me an opportunity to see how government functions and the seriousness of
debate. I have continued to have a keen interest in governance and politics. I believe young people are fortunate to participate in these
activities because whatever career path they may follow, they will be informed citizens—the bedrock of our country!
Robert A McFarlane, 1948 Delegate
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My introduction to Youth Legislature came from my daughter who joined the program while a student at North Thurston High School.
When my son got to North Thurston, he also participated. During this time, the program needed advisers, and I volunteered, serving for
several years with students of the Thurston County Delegation. I marveled at how the students became immersed in the program, learn-
ing to write their bills, roles of legislators, lobbyists, the press, and statewide elected officials. And all students enjoyed the opportunity
to work with students from other schools and cities. Youth Government provides unique opportunities for students across the state
to meet and work with each other. What a great concept! Because of Youth in Government, and the YMCA, we have contributed, and
continue to contribute, to producing quality citizens who are leaders in the state of Washington. Now, as a member of the Washington
State House of Representatives, I am working with the state program to help ensure a successful 60th anniversary year and to expand op-
portunities for student participation in Youth Government programs.
It is an honor to work with youth who are bright and eager to learn, and Youth and Government brings out the best in our young people!
State Representative Sam Hunt
I remember attending YMCA Youth Government in Olympia in the Spring of 1966. The weather was warm and the cherry blossoms
were in full bloom. The capitol was beautiful. I was captured by the place. I was a lobbyist so had freedom of movement as I worked my
issues. I took breaks to walk over to the Temple of Justice where I was fascinated by the Supreme Court and the Law Library. It is pos-
sible that the earliest thoughts of my becoming an attorney stemmed from those moments. Later, when I became an Assistant Attorney
General, my office was in the Temple of Justice and I did legal research in that library, and remembered back to the days in high school
when I visited the Temple as part of Youth Government. I made some great friends at Youth Legislature and still keep in contact with
several of them. My office today is in the Secretary of State’s Office in the Capitol building and I regularly work with the legislature and
the courts and I enjoy seeing the Youth Legislature come each year, and it reminds me fondly of those early years.
Nick Handy, 1966 Delegate
Being involved with YMCA Youth Government was a rare and memorable experience. Serving as a representative my first year in
1951, I was exposed to the legislative process. The following year, I had the unbelievable experience of serving as governor. To this day,
I still hold that event in high esteem. While acting as governor, I was fortunate to be a house guest of Governor and Mrs. Langley at the
governor’s mansion where not only I stayed but also took my meals. What a wonderful opportunity to engage in dinner conversation with
the governor and his wife. Thank you YMCA Youth Government.
Forrest M. Amsden, Memory from 1951 and 1952
As a first-time participant as an attorney rater in the YMCA Mock Trial Competition, I had no idea what to expect. Frankly, my expecta-
tions were quite low given my rather misdirected life style in high school in the 50s. I was astounded at the quality of the presentations of
the participants, most especially the poise and confidence shown by the participants dealing with what must have been a very stressful
situation. The presentations made showed a huge effort in preparation and much more depth of understanding of the legal process than
I ever would have imagined from high school students. I came away from the judging process thinking that many of the students I had
watched them performed as well or better than myself and many other lawyers with lots of year of actual trial experience. Keep up the
good work in whatever careers you may choose!
Charles E. Watts, 2007 Attorney Rater
During the 2006 Competition in Olympia, one of the issues was related to “instant messaging” on computers between teenagers and whether
their messages could later be admissible in evidence. During one of the arguments, the volunteer Judge and one of the contestant attorneys
were engaged in a vigorous argument over some of the details of the instant message. There was a reference to an older, beat up car and the
Judge was trying to extract a concession from the attorney about the reference to the car. In frustration, the Judge said: “What word would you
use to refer to a broken-down 1965 Chevy?” The high-schooler, posing as an attorney, was stymied. Then, in an instant of inspiration, said:
“How about ‘a piece’?” The judge looked puzzled, as well as almost everybody in the courtroom. Nobody seemed to know what the high-
schooler was referring to except me. I was in the Jury Box as a rater, biting my lip to keep from laughing out loud. In that instant, it was obvious
to me that the time gulf between the class of 1964 and the class of 2006 wasn’t as huge as it seemed.
When I was in high school everybody knew what a “piece” was. It was a reference to a car that had no redeeming value. It was a short-
ened form of full name of such a car: “a piece of s#@t.” A name that was well known to all of us that couldn’t afford Mustangs and GTO’s,
but rode around in aging, four-door, two-tone, stick-six, “pieces.”
I’m still laughing about the student that blurted out this response under pressure and then looked around the Courtroom, hoping that
nobody understood what he had just said. Our eyes didn’t meet, so he probably thought that the dangerous response had slipped by
unnoticed; but he didn’t know that one grey-haired baby-boomer thought the response was hilarious.
Thomas A. Brown, 2006 Attorney Rater
Going to state was one of the best experiences of my life. It truly confirmed my desire to become a lawyer, and it showed me it is pos-
sible, and that if I work hard it will pay off. I’m not afraid of going to college next year thanks to Mock Trial. I am extremely excited to
study law and I have great motivation. I got to be exactly who I wanted to be, and accomplished exactly what I wanted to accomplish
and I couldn’t be more happy.
Jessica Replogle, 2007 Mock Trial Participant
Mock Trial has provided me with the courage to improvise on my feet and to look an adult in the eye and explain my point of view logically
and firmly. It has also given me a strong interest in and respect for the American legal system, as well as an acute sense of self-confi-
dence which I believe carries into other areas of my life.
Claire Mauksch, 2006 Mock Trial Participant
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Alumni Stories of Youth Government
reprinted with permission of the King County Bar Association
To all who passed through the experience, to those who came back to their Y’s to help and to those who are
experiencing it today. It is a wonderful program. It is one of those building blocks in “life” and my congratu-
lations to all. —Mike Robinson, Retired YMCA Professional
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Youth Governors
1948-2007
Governor Christine Gregoire and 2007 Youth Governor Morrie Low
1948 Walter Becker Spokane 1978 Bob Otto Port Angeles
1949 No Information No Information 1979 Chris Ann Johnson Foster Olympia
1950 Paul Schumann Sunnyside 1980 John Best Yakima
1951 Kenneth Erickson Puyallup 1981 Pamela Curtis Vancouver
1952 Forrest Amsden Spokane 1982 Mark Tabbutt Olympia
1953 Gordon Conger Seattle 1983 Jim Heckman Port Angeles
1954 Robert Breitenfeldt Yakima 1984 Mark Carhart Yakima
1955 Richard Miers Tacoma 1985 Sung Yang Port Angeles
1956 Dan Hungate Pullman 1986 Debbie Niichel Port Angeles
1957 Cal Papritz Everett 1987 Simon Barnhart Port Angeles
1958 Dave Bayne Yakima 1988 Dustin Klinger Stevenson
1959 Ray Cairncross Olympia 1989 Erik Kupka Aberdeen
1960 Ray Lindstrom Spokane 1990 Jay Simons Aberdeen
1961 William Almon Everett 1991 Jonathan Straight Pullman
1962 Pete Hanson Pasco 1992 Frosty Gill Stevenson
1963 Omar Parker Hoquiam 1993 Tom Gannon Tri-Cities
1964 Allen Sherwin Spokane 1994 Emily Schell Pullman
1965 Robert Bond Port Angeles 1995 Shawn Lamebull Stevenson
1966 Peter Lierance Port Angeles 1996 Skyler Brimhall Kent
1967 Andrew Bohrnsen Hoquiam 1997 Kirstin Haugen Northshore
1968 Bill Felice Shorline/Seattle 1998 Tonya Sprague Southeast
1969 Tom Schwartz Longview 1999 LesLee Bickford Walla Walla
1970 Morris Johnson Mt. Vernon 2000 Sarah Sarchin Northshore
1971 Bruce King Port Angeles 2001 Sam Downing Lakeside
1972 Mark Reiman Mt. Vernon 2002 Magnus Altmayer Yakima
1973 Dave Lewis Seattle 2003 Benjamin Rubinfield Seattle Academy
1974 Jeanne Cushman Mt. Vernon 2004 Tela Crane Sammamish
1975 Mark Munson Yakima 2005 Joe Jenkins Heritage
1976 Tom Cummings Wenatchee 2006 Addison Tice Northshore
1977 Steve Clark Shorline/Seattle 2007 Morrie Low Stevenson
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Youth Legislature Award Recipients
Sharon Foster Mock Trial Outstanding Judicial
Outstanding Delegation Award State Champions Participant
1984 Bickleton High School 1986 Carroll High School 1979 Dean Sleeper (Port Angelos)
1985 Northeast Seattle YMCA 1987 Gonzaga Preparatory 1980 Bernadette M. Pratt (Highline-Seattle)
1986 Stevenson High School 1989 Moses Lake High School 1981 Donald S. Rose (Highline- Seattle)
1987 Aberdeen Family YMCA 1990 Franklin HIgh School 1982 Diane L. Lamon (Highline- Seattle)
1988 Lower Columbia Basin YMCA (Tri-Cities) 1991 Franklin HIgh School 1983 Kevin D. Stewart (Highline- Seattle)
1989 Tacoma Pierce County YMCA 1992 Franklin HIgh School 1984 Norman Cheng (Pullman)
1990 South Sound Area YMCA (Olympia) 1993 Ft. Vancouver HIgh School 1985 Danielle Hornbaker (Tacoma)
1991 Kitsap Family YMCA (Bremerton) 1994 Lynden High School 1986 Derek Keith (Tacoma)
1992 Wenatchee Valley YMCA 1995 Ft. Vancouver HIgh School 1987 Christina Dobbs (Othello)
1993 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett) 1996 Ft. Vancouver HIgh School 1988 Heather Shaw (Eastside-Seattle)
1994 University Prep (Seattle) 1997 Franklin HIgh School
1995 Yakima Family YMCA 1998 Franklin HIgh School
1996 Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA (Seattle) 1999 Franklin HIgh School This portion of the Youth Legislature was
1997 Stevenson High School 2000 Franklin HIgh School replaced by the Mock Trial Program.
1998 Aberdeen Family YMCA 2001 Franklin HIgh School
1999 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett) 2002 Franklin HIgh School
2000 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett) 2003 Seattle Prep
2001 Southeast Family YMCA (Everett) 2004 Seattle Prep
2002 Sammamish 2005 University Prep
2003 University 2006 Seattle Academy of Arts Sciences
2004 Heritage 2007 Seattle Prep
2005 Metro
2006 Metro
Tribute to Host Families
A little known, but big part of the moved into a retirement home. Some
Youth Legislature experience is the hosted for over thirty years. Why do
home stay. There are only two or they do it? Debby Pattin, a long-time
three state Youth Government pro- volunteer, who hosted kids from Bell-
grams that still offer home stays. ingham wrote, “The thing I most en-
Washington’s board of directors feel joyed about hosting was hearing their
that the home stay is an integral part enthusiasm for the bills they were
of the experience. Students not only working on. Also my grade school
learn about democratic governance kids were thrilled to spend time with
when in Olympia, they also learn the
the ‘teenagers’ as they called them.”
people skills for succeeding in life, the etiquette of
Host families are friendly, kind, and tolerant. They’re
meeting new people and being a gracious guest.
Olympia is a good natured community and every good neighbors. What binds them with a com-
year around 50 families open their homes to YMCA mon thread is a special feeling that by hosting these
Youth Government delegates for three nights. young adults, they are helping something bigger, help-
Families in Olympia have been opening their homes for ing young people find their way in life, helping some-
sixty years to the program. Many have written us that thing as important as democracy itself. Thanks to the
they are so sorry they can no longer host because they’ve thousands of host families over the past 60 years.
We have sponsored several kids each year and have enjoyed every moment. The first time we still had our
children at home and they became fast friends. Once our children left for college, we decided to continue offer-
ing our home. It never seems to be a burden and the kids we have hosted have been delightful. We encourage
others to open their homes and enjoy the gift of friendship. —Jacki Bill Gavin
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Tribute to Advisors and Coaches
To the adults who advise Youth Government delegations
You are an essential element of the program. Research has shown that positive
adult relationships are one of forty developmental assets in an adolescent’s life that can make a difference
between success and poor choices. Thank you for your dedication to democracy and to the future
leaders of this country.
—with much gratitude
YMCA Youth Government
My advisor is the perfect mix of friendliness and authority: a little bit of guidance and a little bit of fun.
—unknown student delegate
Our State Directors
Sharon Foster
Sharon Foster
1972-1983
During my tenure as director the special memories I have for this terrific program include the election of the first three women as Gov-
ernor, Jeanne Cushman in 1974, Chris Johnson in 1979 and Pam Curtis in 1981 and the first African American Governor, John Best in
1980; Governor Spellman signing House Bill 747, tax relief for YMCA’s; our annual sessions meeting simultaneously with special ses-
sions of the Washington State Legislature; the Sonics winning the NBA championship, and Seattle Slew winning the Kentucky Derby
during our session. But most of all I will always remember the advisors and kids, the heart of the program and always in my heart
1984-1990 Martha Jolly
It was my pleasure as Executive Director of YMCA Youth Government from January, 1984 to July, 1990. I followed in the able foot-
steps of Sharon (Petty) Foster and had a great base upon which to continue growing this outstanding program.
During the years of 1984-1990 Youth Government leadership:
• initiated the first statewide volunteer advisor training (held at YMCA Camp Dudley in Eastern Washington)
• transitioned from an appellate Judicial Program to the current YMCA Mock Trial Competition.
• secured a $175,000 Washington State Centennial grant for a statewide Mock Constitutional Convention in 1989
(partnering with The Junior Stateman Foundation)
• introduced a Freshman House of Representatives to accommodate a growing enrollment of younger students
• initiated the YMCA Youth Government Endowment fund
• initiated the Governor’s Breakfast and Proclamation Signing, which began as a fund-raising breakfast for lobbyists in the
Governor’s Office
1990-1999 Nora Hallett
The 90’s were my years as Executive Director and I loved every minute. The Mock Trial program grew substantially and a lot of work
went into developing the Board of Directors and a strong fund-raising capacity with an alumni base for the entire organization. Our
50th Anniversary celebration was held in the Rotunda and House Chambers. The respect and love for the programs that legislative
and judicial employees had was palable. The nurturing of state employees in the Sergeant-at-Arms office, the Code Revisers’, the
Secretary of State’s office, the Governor’s office, the GAO, the Administrative Office of the Courts, Thurston County Courthouse
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1990-1999 Nora Hallett continued
and many others made sure that participants had a successful experience. A tremendous amount of volunteer work goes into keeping
YMCA Youth Government programs alive, and these people do it because they believe in the motto that “Democracy must be learned
by each generation”.
There are a couple of stories that represent for me some of the learning that took place in the Youth Legislature. I remember one year, a
young man named Trevor Rowe had gotten 300 fluorescent condoms donated to help him lobby a bill to allow condoms in high schools. I
made the decision not to allow him to pass them out to students in the House and Senate chambers since we were guests in the Capitol
and it would violate their rules and jeopardize our program’s ability to use the building in the future (although I did find a few blown up like
balloons in the elevator). He challenged me on free speech grounds and that year there was a lively debate about free speech issues.
Another year, as students were mingling out in the Rotunda one delegation evidently criticized the position of another delegation. The advi-
sor came to me and insisted that I punish the group who was being vocal and critical. I refused to do that but encouraged them to exercise
their own free speech to defend their position. The next day there was a “counter demonstration” in the Rotunda with placards supporting
their position. The advisor told me that nothing had energized their group more than having courage to speak out and they went on to lobby
their bills through committee to be passed in both houses.
The public does not often see the results of incidents like these, but those of us who have been privileged to work with YMCA Youth
Government teen leadership programs know the life-changing insights participants can receive. Minds are sharpened, insights into human
character are gained, and the understanding of an individuals’ power to act in a democratic society turns on like a light bulb. I am proud and
humbled to have been part of this important process for nine years and wish the organization congratulations on its 60th anniversary!
1999-2003 Linda Medcalf
My years were marked mainly with dreams of a “normal” session—we started off with a great one, following in Nora’s very capable
footsteps. Then there was the earthquake—and the scramble to find venue. The Evergreen State College generously allowed us the
use of their campus—which made for some very interesting logistical challenges. For example, somehow we neglected to mention to
Evergreen Security that the Governor’s entourage would be arriving and they were stopped; we’re still not sure how many students found
the nude beach; conversations between Evergreen students and Youth Legislature delegates provided new and interesting debates for
our participants, etc. The next year we were allowed to use the damaged state capitol, the last group to use it before closure for repairs.
Finding and photographing all the cracks, dips and missing plaster became a major preoccupation. Then came the adapted capitol—the
white tent, the basement offices, the very cramped chambers, the off campus events (thanks to Olympia High School for joint sessions
and the United Churches for campaign speeches). Somehow through all the shifting venues and logistics, the kids rose to the challenge
and conducted great sessions! I loved my years as executive director with YMCA Youth Government—and the years I attended as
a participant and now as an advisor.
2003-current Janelle Nesbit
It is an honor to serve as the current Executive Director of the YMCA Youth and Government program. I began serving in February of
2004. My first memory of the program was attending the Governor’s Breakfast and meeting the officers of the 57th session. I followed
in the footsteps of Linda Medcalf and three other dedicated and passionate Directors that gave me a solid foundation upon which to
continue growing this outstanding program.
Highlights of the last few years:
• the move back into the Capitol following the repairs from the 2001 earthquake,
• an increase in the number of Washington State Mock Trial teams able to compete in a national competition,
• the first delegation of students to represent Washington State at the Conference on National Affairs in Black Mountain, North
Carolina (2005),
• a partnership with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to develop avenues for YG programs to meet state
civic education requirements,
• outstanding dedication and involvement by the Board of Directors, including student representatives from both programs
• a consistent and dedicated staff,
• introduction of the “Governor’s Cabinet” as a means to recognize Major Donors, student leaders and elected officials (2005),
• a 50% increase in the YG reserve and endowment funds,
• a partnership with the U.S. State Department’s World Affairs Council allowing students the opportunity to meet with leaders
from other countries to discuss the importance of Democracy around the world,
• addition of the 8th Grade Senate making a total of five legislative chambers that meet during the Youth Legislature, and
• the reintroduction of the “Governors Ball” back to the Rotunda.
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History of Mock Trial
In 1987, Washington Youth Government doubled the number of students it could reach by taking on the high school
Mock Trial Program, previously run by the Washington State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division. Since its inception,
the Mock Trial Program has seen over 11,500 students participate. In 2007, 45 schools participated at district competi-
tions and 20 teams competed in the State Finals. Seattle Prep took top honors as the 2007 Champion of the statewide
YMCA Youth Government Mock Trial Program Competition. For the first time in the program’s history four teams from our
state will be attending national competitions. The first place team will attend the National High School Mock Trial Champi-
onships in Dallas, TX and the three runners up will all attend the American Mock Trial Invitational in New Brunswick, NJ .
Through the years at Mock Trial…
Top Finalists
2007
1st place
SEATTLE PREP
2nd place
UNIVERSITY PREP
3rd place
FRANKLIN
Beginning in September, students begin studying the case and understanding the lives of the characters they must eventu-
ally become. They learn courtroom procedures, rehearse opening and closing arguments, and practice the art of thinking
on their feet. Each team must field both a plantiff and defense team, meaning that often times students must play dual
roles. During the month of February teams around the state match up for district competitions. When the results are in, it
is decided which 20 teams will make it to the state championship in the spring.
2006-07 Mock Trial Highlights
45 Teams competed in 6 district competitions throughout the state
20 Teams competed at the state Mock Trial finals
599 students participated in the 6 district events
Over 300 students and 40 teachers, and coaches along with over 100 volunteers participated
in the Mock Trial finals March 23-25th, 2007
The top four teams will move on the the National Level Competition
Over 120 Attorneys volunteered to rate, coach, and support the Mock Trial program throughout the state
A special breakfast was held on March 25th at the Red Lion to honor all those who are participating at the
State championships
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Highlights of Mock Trial
1998
1994 Mock Trial in Washington 1996
1997
Celebrating 20 years
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Washington YMCA
Youth Government
Mock Trial
Case and Winner in bold History
Competition
1989
Civil Case
1995
Criminal Case
2001
Criminal Case
Casey Carter v. Henry M. Jackson H.S. State of Washington v. Mel Dobson State of Washington v. Tag Montague
Discrimination of a student with AIDS 2nd Degree burglary and malicious mischief Free Speech and Graffiti
Moses Lake vs. Capitol Ft. Vancouver vs. Walla Walla Franklin vs. Fort Vancouver
Supreme Court Justice Barbara Durham Supreme Court Justice Charles Smith Supreme Court Justice Tom Chambers
1990
Civil Case
1996
Civil Case
2002
Criminal Case
Robinson et al v. Adams School District Capulet v. Rich County S.D. State of Wahington v. Ogden Browne
High School Drug Testing Policy Racial Discrimination Vehicular Homicide
Franklin vs. Port Angeles Ft. Vancouver vs. Franklin Franklin vs. University Prep
Supreme Court Justice Charles Smith Court of Appeals Judge Karen G. Seinfeld Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens
1991
Civil Case
1997
Criminal Case
2003
Criminal Case
State of Washington v. Chelan Lake State of Washington v. Haines State of Washington v. Taylor Garrison
The Right to Die Self Defense or Murder? Sports Assault
Franklin vs. ? Franklin vs. University Prep Seattle Prep vs. Franklin
Supreme Court Justice Richard B. Sanders Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens
1992
Criminal Case
1998
Criminal Case
2004
Civil Case
State of Washington v. Haines State of Washington v. Jones Internet Freedom Forum,et al v. Sam Houston
Involuntary Manslaughter/possession of unregistered weapon Domestic Violence Civil Liberties and Patriot Act
Franklin vs. Ft. Vancouver Franklin vs. Ridgefield Seattle Prep vs. University Prep
Supreme Court Justice James Dolliver Supreme Court Justice Richard Guy Supreme Court Justice Robert Utter
1993
Civil Case
1999
Civil Case
2005
Criminal Case
State of Washington v. Kruse Noble v. Katiesburg School District State of Washington v. Whislea Dwight
Malicious Harassment Sexual Harrasment in Schools Accomplice Liability/Felony Murder
Ft. Vancouver vs. University Prep Franklin vs. University Prep University Prep vs. Ft. Vancouver
Elaine Houghton Steven DeForest Supreme Court Justice Barbara Madsen Supreme Court Justice Jim Johnson
1994
Civil Case
2000
Civil Case
2006
Criminal Case
State of Washington v. Jerrod T. Bronson A.Williams, M. Graves State of Washington v.Lin Pauling
Insurance Fraud Cedar County Board of Education Conrolled Substance Homicide
First Amendment and case for injunctive relief
Lynden vs. Ft. Vancouver Seattle Academy vs. Franklin
Franklin vs. University Prep Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens
Supreme Court Justice Gerry Alexander
2007
1987 2007
Civil Case
Cisco Narcissus v. JP “Weegee” Zenger
Invasion of Privacy
Seattle Prep vs. University Prep
Supreme Court Justice Jim Johnson
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Tribute to Franklin High School
National Champions
Mock Trial
Franklin 1st in State Franklin 1st in Nation
1990 1998 2000
1991 1999
1992 2000 Franklin 3rd in Nation
1997 2001 2001
2002
Rick Nagel
the teacher behind the legacy.
The Dynasty
1990 1997 1998
1999 2000 2002
Credit is due to the hard work and dedication win.” Judge William Downing said, “There is
of Coach Rick Nagel. Without Nagel’s con- just some magic quality that Nagel has that
stant demand for excellence his teams would brings out the best performance in kids.” Na-
have never reached their amazing levels. Josh gel call this “just a Jewish sense of humor.” He
Sidell, a member of the 1999 and 2000 teams, says you have to be careful to keep the right
said “Most teachers don’t like to criticize. They balance with a team and in the classroom.
say, ‘Good effort, you tried hard.’ Mr. Nagel
Though the coach of 16 years has a re-
will say ‘This was not good.’ But then when
cord of shrugging off all credit for the
you get a paper back…that says ‘Excellent
team’s success, it truly lies with him.
question’ next to it, you have a glow because
you will say, ‘I earned that.’ It’s so sincere”. Without his work, research, requests for
At Nagel’s roast in 1995 a former student said professional help, demand for excellence,
that Nagel “definitely had a bit of attitude.” analysis, support, spirit, pride, soul and love,
Many students would agree that Nagel’s “at- there would be no Franklin Mock Trial.
titude” has been a factor in Franklin’s suc- Taken from Franklin High School Mock Trial
cess. Judge Doug McBroom says of Na- “The Dynasty”
gel, “Of course he has attitude! He wants to A complete history of the Franklin Mock Trial Team.
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History of Youth Legislature
The Washington State YMCA Youth procedure, research and draft legisla-
and Government Program has been tion, and discuss the roles of the press
providing unique, hands-on opportuni- and lobbyists in the legislative pro-
ties for teens to learn about the govern- cess. The culmination of the program
mental process and take on leadership occurs during the first week in May.
roles for the past 60 years. Established It is at this time that students from
in 1947, the Washington State Youth around the state converge on the state
and Government Program was one of capitol and take over the Legislative
the first of its kind and is among the Building for their Youth Session. Here
10 oldest programs in the country. 1949 YMCA Youth Legislature students take on the roles of Repre-
The first Washington Youth Legislature included 150 high sentative, Senator, Lobbyist, Reporter, or Page and do
school students from YMCA Hi-Y clubs around the state. their part in passing legislation that is important to them.
In addition to these roles, experienced participants also
Throughout the year participants spend time in their local have the opportunity to take on leadership roles such as
delegations learning the basics of state government. They Governor, Secretary of State, and Speaker of the House.
practice public speaking skills and learn parliamentary
The Bill Debate Quiz
THE NEWS TRIBUNE-Joseph Turner (reprinted with permission of the News Tribune)
TAKE OUR QUIZ
Our future leaders have some familiar ideas and some that are really out there. So here’s the quiz: Which of the ideas
below have been considered by the Youth Legislature, the adult Legislature or both?
1. Prohibit talking on cell phones while driving. 15. Permit mercy killings and assisted suicide.
2. Ban smoking within 20 feet of an infant. 16. Make voter registration mandatory and fine those who
3. Establish a state income tax. fail to vote.
4. Ban all guns except hunting rifles. 17. Allow the state to confiscate run-down homes that
5. “Whereas the United States of America is always lower the value of neighboring properties.
right,” change the name of the U.S. to “World Police.” 18. Designate martial arts expert and movie star, Chuck
6. Replace “marriage” laws with “civil unions,” an Norris as the state’s official bird, replacing the willow
opening for same-sex marriages. goldfinch.
7. Ask Congress to bring back the military draft, a 19. Ask Congress to allow illegal immigrants whose chil-
lottery for everyone 18 to 24 years old. dren are born here to become citizens if the immigrants
8. Provide a tax break on soda pop syrup. hold a job for one year.
9. Raise the state gas tax. 20. Get rid of the national motto “In God We Trust.”
10. Allow students who flunk the WASL, to retake 21. Ban “rat tail” hair styles in public schools, subject to a
the test “as many times as needed.” $50.00 fine.
11. Abolish the death penalty 22. Regulate interior designers.
12. Designate the Walla Walla onion as the official 23. Ban tattoos and body piercing for anyone under 18.
state vegetable. 24. Require school boards to consider starting high school
13. Take away the licenses of two-time drunk driving of- classes no earlier than 8:30am.
fenders for life. 25. Lower the legal drinking age to 18.
14. Construct a geodesic dome, 162 miles in diameter, to
create a tropical climate in Washington to boost tourism. Answers below
14. Youth 15. Youth 16. Youth 17. Youth 18. Youth 19. Youth 20. Youth 21. Youth 22. Adult 23. Both 24. Youth 25. Youth
ANSWERS: 1. Both 2. Youth 3. Both 4. Youth 5. Youth 6. Both 7. Youth 8. Adult 9. Both 10. Both 11. Both 12. Adult 13. Youth
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Highlights of Youth Legislature…
1950
1949
1949 1952
1967 1969
1949: Listening intently
1952 1963 1970
In the early
days…
40’s 60’s
1970: The faces of the 1970 Youth Legislature
50’s 70’s
1976
1949 1955
1966
1954
1977
1957
1972
1951
1957
1957: Youth Legislature participants stop to
enjoy the fountain on the Capitol Campus.
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Through the years! 1947-2007
2006
1980 1997 1997
Celebrating
1980 1980
60
years
1997
1980 Youth Legislature: Check out all the plaid!
80’s present
90’s
1997
1988 1994
1985
1997: Celeb
rating 50 ye
ars
1996 2002
2007
YOUTH LEGISLATURE
2005
1996
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Honorary 60/20AnniversaryCommittee
Honorary Co-Chairs
Judge William Downing Karen Hyatt
Sid Snyder King County Superior Court Hyatt Corporation
Washington State Senate, retired
Judge Craig Matheson Stuart Elway
Justice Robert Utter Benton Franklin Superior Court Elway Research
Washington State Supreme Court, retired
Bob Butts Enid Layes
Ralph Munro Office of Superintendent of
Public Instruction Sharon Foster
Former Secretary of State
Former Director
Rick Nagel
Committee Chair Franklin High School Teacher Don Brevik
(Mock Trial Coach), retired Tacoma Pierce County YMCA
Pam Curtis-Bjornsen
Jim Bricker
Center for Evidence Based research, OHSU Pemco Financial Services, Governmental Affairs
Jeanne Cushman
Betti Sheldon
Washington State Senate, retired
History of the State Capitol
After Olympia became the capital of the Washington Territory in 1854, the city’s founder, Edmund Sylves-
ter, gave the legislature 12 acres of land upon which to build the capitol, located on a hill overlooking what
is now known as Capitol Lake. A two-story wood-frame building was constructed on the site, where the
legislature met starting in 1856. When Pres. Benjamin Harrison approved Washington’s state constitution
in 1889, he donated 132,000 acres of federal lands to the state, with the stipulation that income from the
lands was to be used solely for construction of the state capitol.
The legislature formed the State Capitol Commission in 1893 to oversee the creation of a new capitol
building on the property in Olympia. The commission held a nationwide competition to find an archi-
tect, and chose Ernest Flagg. Construction began on Flagg’s plan, but was stalled by poor economic
conditions with only the foundation completed. When the legislature finally passed an appropriation of
additional funds in 1897, newly-elected Gov. John Rogers vetoed it. Rogers advocated the purchase of
an existing building for use as the state capitol: the Thurston Co. Courthouse downtown. The legislature
approved the new location, and began meeting there in 1905.
The courthouse became the location of all agencies of the state government, and within a few years the
legislature decided the building was too small. A new State Capitol Commission met in 1911 to build a
group of buildings, rather than a single facility, to serve as the capitol. The commission held another com-
petition for an architect, and selected the design submitted by the firm of Walter Wilder and Harry White.
Construction began in 1912, and the Temple of Justice was completed in 1920, followed by the Insurance
Building and the power and heating plant. After multiple revisions to the plans, the Legislative Building
was completed in 1928. This building is the dominant feature of the capitol grounds, with its dome reach-
ing a height of 287 feet, making it one of the tallest self-supporting masonry domes in the world.
The Lantern and Cupola
After being in storage for more than thirty years, the lantern of the cupola was restored to its original loca-
tion with the Rehabilitation of the Legislative Building in 2004. Now the Lantern shines brightly atop the
287 foot dome with energy from the sun. The Legislative Building solar Project was installed 2004 as part
of the Legislative Building Rehabilitation. The solar power project consists of two separate 10 kilowatt
solar arrays placed on the 5th floor roof of the Legislative building. Even in a cloudy climate, the 144 solar
modules produce up to 20,000 kilowatt hours of electricity annually. This is enough electricity to illuminate
the lantern and exterior colonnade.
The word cupola comes from the Latin meaning “little cupo” or little dome originally referring to small
domes atop cathedrals which allowed light to enter the sanctuary.
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Vision and Mission
“Democracy must be learned by each generation.”
The Vision
is to create new generations of ethical and informed public minded citizens.
The Mission of YMCA Youth and Government
is to teach Democratic values and skills to youth through hands-on experiences.
Program Goals
to foster the development of citizen responsibility
to develop social competence, problem solving ability, and communication skills
to encourage self reliance and a sense of purpose for youth
to stimulate careful deliberation of social issues and their possible resolutions
to create opportunities to hear and respect varying viewpoints
to apply ethical values in making public policy
to teach the YMCA core values of
Honesty, Caring, Respect,
Responsibility, Faith and Fun
1954: Youth Legislature participants share their vision on the Legislative Building stairs.
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Robert F. Utter Award
1982: Robert F. Utter
In Recognition of
Ethical leadership, Commitment to the Ideals of Democracy,
Civic responsibility and Community Service.
Robert F. Utter
1997
Daniel J. Evans
1998
Federick T. Haley
1999
Ralph Munro
2000
Bob Henderson
2001
Christine Gregoire
2002
Bill Sieverling
2003
Rick Nagel
2005
Ray Johnston
2005
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Governor’s Cabinet
It is with deep appreciation that YMCA Youth and Government
recognizes the corporations, organizations and individuals who have
contributed $1,000 or more in 2006-2007 to our teen leadership programs.
The YMCA Youth Legislature and the YMCA Mock Trial Program.
Thank you for your commitment to the young people of Washington State.
Microsoft Corporation Enid Layes
YMCA of Greater Seattle Pamela Curtis-Bjornsen
and Lennie Bjornsen
Lucy Helm
Scott and Cheryl Washburn
Washington Judges’ Foundation
Sam and Linda Bovard
Starbucks Coffee Company
Garrison Kurtz
Key Foundation
Karen and H. Norman Hyatt
PEMCO Financial Services
Robert and Janelle Nesbit
Jason Helberg Jennifer Joly
Washington District and Municipal
Virginia Stout Court Judges’ Association
Young Lawyers Division Mark Tabbut and Denise Board
Washington State Bar Association
Bob and Carolyn Wolfe
Washington Mutual
AFSCME
BECU
Jim Bricker
Joan Yoshitomi
YMCA of Snohomish County
Nintendo of America
Saltchuck Resources
Staurt Irene Elway, Elway Research
State Farm Insurance Companies
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
BP Corporation of North America
Alaska Airlines
Chehalis Indian Tribe
Puget Sound Energy
Hyatt Companies
BNSF
Washington State Bar Association
Washington State Auto Dealers Service
Premera Blue Cross
Vulcan Northwest, Inc.
Boeing
CushmanGale, LLC
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A Special Thanks to Our Donors
YMCA Youth and Government give heartfelt thanks to those who have contributed throughout the last year. They have
made it possible for Mock Trial and Youth Legislature to maintain quality programs.
Founder ($5,000 and up) Sustainer’s ($500 to $999) Friends ($250 to $499)
Microsoft Corporation YMCA of Tacoma-Pierce County Public Affairs of Washington
YMCA of Greater Seattle Honorable William Downing Wahington State Medical Association
Lucy Helm Chris Liza Koenig Chiechi and Associates
Washington Judges Foundation Rich Wallis Bear Mountain Forest Products
Starbucks Dorothy Cutting Carney Badley Spellman, P.S.
Key Foundation Bill Carole Koenig Ben Bridge Jewelers
PEMCO Financial Services Harold LeMay Enterprises Bogard and Associates
Jason Helberg Jennifer Joly Ken Ellen Nowlin Honorable Robert Lewis
David Judy Smith Ken Heide Simpson
Les Schwab Tire Centers Angeles Electric Company
Benefactor ($2,500 to $4,999) South Sound Family YMCA The Law Firm of Platt Irwin Taylor
Virginia Stout Rebecca Liebman Charlie Stephens Ned Lange
Young Lawyers Division, Jay Jennings YMCA of Greater Tri-Cities
Washington State Bar Association Clallam County Bar Association Whatcom Family YMCA
Washington Mutual Admiral Thomas Margaret Hayward Skagit Valley YMCA
BECU Robert Butts Associated General Contractors of Washington
Kathleen Pierce Jean Leonard
Champion ($1,500 to $2,499) Lai Morrell
Stuart Irene Elway, Elway Research Association of Washington Business Supporters (up to $249)
Joan Yoshitomi Jim Wendy Ferrell Frank Pritchard
Nintendo of America Barry Rau, Sterling Associates Jean Russell Anderson
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Sanitary Service Company, Inc. Nancy Ashley, Heliotrope
Alaska Airlines Mike Egan Dorothy Eley
Puget Sound Energy Honorable Betti Sheldon
BNSF The Rev. Chris Andrew Foster
Washington State Auto Dealers Services Marelyn Jim Curtis
Vulcan Northwest, Inc. Friends ($250 to $499) William Fitzharris
Clallam County YMCA
Boeing Corporation Don Brevik
Gary Huff Lyn Breitenfeldt,
Yakima Family YMCA Creditors Culsulting Services, Inc.
Governor’s Cabinet ($1,000 to $1,499) Cheri Brennan Tom Horsley David Linda Barber
Pamela Curtis-Bjornsen Lennie Bjornsen Marcia Isenberger, Sarah Christopher Clinton
Scott Cheryl Washburn Sammamish Family YMCA George Cutting
Sam Linda Bovard Joe Jenkins Frederick Margaret Hellberg
Karen H. Norman Hyatt Janet Levinger Honorable Laura Inveen G. Wm. Shaw
Robert Janelle Nesbit Honorable Sharon Tomiko Santos, Kathleen Jenkins
Washington District WA State Representative Honorable Paul Kraabel
and Municipal Court Judges’ Association Justice Robert F. Elizableth Utter Bill Montgomery
Garrison Kurtz Walla Walla YMCA Catherine Morris
Mark Tabbutt Denise Board Washington State Auto Dealers Association Jane Reisman, Organizational
Bob Carolyn Wolfe YMCA of Grays Harbor Research Services, Inc.
BP Corporation of North America YMCA of the Inland Northwest James Robart
Chehalis Indian Tribe Harold Muffy Bryan Melanie Wayne Stewart
AFSCME Danny M. Coyne Marsha Merritt Long
Jim Bricker Wayne Clemetson Jane Vulliet
YMCA of Snohomish County Teodoro Rodriguez, Torero’s YMCA at Washington State University
SaltChuk Resources William Almon Kitsap Family YMCA
Enid Layes Jeff Belvill YMCA of Southwest Washington
Hyatt Companies WH and EW Medowcroft Community Jill Thomas Sells
Washington State Bar Association Honorable Craig Matheson Robert H. Sarah Alsdorf
Premera Blue Cross Mike MacDowell Fred Cox
State Farm Insurance Companies James Mc Curdy Gordon Irene Dick
CushmanGale, LLC Ralph Davis Marilyn Gregory
Phillip Helen Smart J. R. O’Neil
Sustainer’s ($500 to $999) Chris Clark Lisa Kevin Morrison
Forrest Patricia Amsden Honorable Sid Snyder Honorable Lorraine Hine
Grant Laura Gardner Ezra Teshome Insurance Agency
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A Special Thanks to Our Donors
YMCA Youth and Government give heartfelt thanks to those who have contributed throughout the last year. They have
made it possible for Mock Trial and Youth Legislature to maintain quality programs.
Supporters (up to $249) Supporters (up to $249) Supporters (up to $249)
Honorable Ralph Karen Munro Alaska National Insurance Company Eleanor Dornan
Deborah Raas Lee Parquarelle Ellen Field
John Noland Honorable Jeanna Kohl-Welles, Albert McKee
The O’Hanlon Family WA State Senate Joyce Allen
Honorable Patricia Thibaudeau, WA State Senate Honorable Bobbe Bridge Jon Alicia Levezu
Elaine Von Rosenstiel Bridge James Butler
Gayle Weston John Blackman Steve Retz
Wenatchee Valley YMCA Honorable Donna DeJarnatt Dudley Brown
David Dorothy Bjornson Doug Sutherland, Honorable Roy Ferguson
Dan Dunne, Heller Ehrman Land Commissioner Cory Wilson-Hoss
Holly Gadbaw David Lozier Amy Holland
Terry Cecelia Horn John Durbin Rachel Leavitt-Baron
Robert A. Betty McFarlane Honorable Sam Reed, Honorable Georgia Gardner
Katie Proteau WA Secretary of State Dustin R Klinger
Patrick Kristi Sanford Honorable Slade Gordon Mako Nakagawa
Dr. Daniel Vetter, Vetter Dental Group Robert Simmons Susan Anderson
Kandace Larry Lee Roy Robinson Catherine Hillenbrand
Monica Elenbaas Tracey Garland Earlyse Larry Swift
Willis Page Thomas Moak Chris Thompson
Sharon Case Walter Howe Paola Maranen
Linda Hull Robert McDougal Kathleen Hurlburt
Sarah Channel Paul McTaggert Donna Christensen
Kayla Castleberry Charles Jenner Arlene Anderson
Patrick Susan Dunn Herbert Bridge Aaron Gillies
Aequus Corporation Marcia Naismith Merlin Advocates
Matt Elizabeth Downs Nancee Wildsermuth Kathleen Petrie
Leslie Axling Judy Burns Patrisha Milton
Honorable Hal Zimmerman Richard Rust Anne Solwick
Coyne, Jesernig, LLC Dick Ford Mark Johnsen
Dwayne Slate Honorable RH Bob Lewis Glendon Greer
T.K. Bentler Kenneth Masden Honorable Joe Taller
Andrew Anderson Karin Strelioff Ed Wolfe Odd Valle
Honorable Catherine Shaffer Mike Goodwin Honorable Bill Kiskaddon
Honorable Gordon Walgren, Consulting Services Honorable Mark Litchman Marge Brouillet
David Landau Dr. John Moore Stephen Bean
David W. Dunn Daniel Merryfield Oscar Soule
Pyramid Communications, Inc. Jean Bateman, Jerry Creim
Robert Knudson, Casa Mia Management Bateman Consulting Company George Masten
Kate Marty Brown Honorable Harold Goltz Bob Penny Nerup
Alkire Associates Bruce G. Hanson BreAnna Dupuis
James Joly James Townsend Troy Van Dinter
Washington’s Public Ports Association Mimi Sheridan Jon Barwick
Jim Spady, Dick’s Drive-INS, Ltd., L.P. Honorable Louise Miller, Ferdinand Palumbarit
Tricia Burke WA State Representative Thomas Garland
Edward Lenhart David Munro S.R. Vokey
Sharon Maghie Anne Marie Kilgannon Laura Deason
Tom Brenda Fitzsimmons Justice Charles and Eleanor Smith Honorable August Quigley Mardesich
Kathleen Collins Joanne Brekke-Selk Cindy Zehnder
Gene Schlatter Associates Honorable Joan Houchen Honorable Randy Dorn
Evelyn Lemoine Barbara Johnston Washington State Council of
Kimberly Ellwagner Dr. Peter Brooks Firefighters Fund
Richard Chapin Russell Tailor Patricia Durham
Honorable Nita Rinehart Dubs Herschlip Washington State Labor Council
Jean and Jim Vandervate James Beard
Larry Gilliam
Jerry Jeanne Usher
Bill Stauffacher
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Thank You to Our Supporters
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Thank You to Our Supporters
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Thank You to Our Supporters
Congratulations
YMCA
Youth and Government
for 60 years of
Youth Legislature
and 20 Years of Mock Trial
Success!
Looking forward to many more years of success
teaching our youth the ideals of democracy!
YMCA Youth Government
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Thank You to Our Supporters
South Sound YMCA
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
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Thank You to Our Supporters
PUGET
SOUND
ENERGY
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Thank You to Our Supporters
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Notes
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