Surplus buses and vans on the block
Community Transit will auction off a number of vehicles, including 11 40-foot Rapid Transit Service buses March 22 at the James G. Murphy Inc. auction yard, 18226 68th Ave. NE, Kenmore. About 40 vans also will be for sale.
The buses have been among the most popular with commuters because of their comfortable seats. All of the vans were part of the agency’s vanpool fleet. There are eight-passenger and 15-passenger models. Most of the eight-passenger vans are 1995 to 1998 models; the 15-passengers vans all are 1999 models. Mileage on the vans varies, with the lowest being about 80,000. All vehicles are sold “as is” with no warranty.
On March 21, there will be an auction for nonprofit agencies only; four vans and one of 40-foot buses will be available.
For more information, call James G. Murphy Inc. at 425-486-1246.
First tree swallows of season sighted
Grant Barrie of Lake Stevens made his annual report Monday.
Most every year, he lets us know about his first spotting of white-breasted tree swallows returning to Jong Sawdust and Shavings in Lake Stevens.
Barrie spotted swallows dodging raindrops Monday at the job site.
Library friends meet in Mill Creek
Friends of the Mill Creek Library meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the Mill Creek Library, 15429 Bothell-Everett Highway.
Friends of the Mill Creek Library is a volunteer group that plans events and fundraisers for the library. The group organizes the library’s twice-yearly book sale, applies for grants to promote literacy, gives monthly book reviews and supports children’s programs.
Applications due for good women
The Zonta Club of Everett is seeking nominations for the Virginia Gullikson Award.
Candidates should be volunteers who have worked to improve the legal, political, economic, educational, health and professional status of women in Snohomish County.
The award is named in honor of Virginia Gullikson, a Zontian who spent her life helping others.
Applications must be received by Saturday. Applications are at www.Âzontaeverett.org.
For more information, call 425-348-3501.
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