Frigate returns to Everett port

The USS Ford, a guided-missile frigate, is scheduled to return to its Naval Station Everett homeport at noon today after being deployed to Southeast Asia.

The ship trained with other Asian naval forces in patrolling for drug smugglers and practicing disaster relief and search-and-rescue methods.

Crew members also participated in a variety of community relations projects such as bringing medical supplies and sports equipment to children at schools.

The ship stopped at several ports, including Singapore, Saipan and Guam. It traveled more than 21,000 miles on the deployment.

Do you know any everyday heroes?

Know someone who has shown courage, kindness and selflessness in helping others?

The American Red Cross is looking for everyday heroes from Snohomish County.

Honorees will be recognized at the Snohomish County Chapter’s 12th annual Real Heroes Breakfast on Dec. 6 at Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center.

The extraordinary deeds must have been performed between Oct. 1, 2006, and Oct. 5, 2007, and nominees must live in Snohomish County or be assigned to a ship or military facility in the county.

Nomination forms are available at www.snohomishcounty.­redcross.org or by calling 425-740-2324. Nomination deadline is Oct. 5.

Monroe seeks input on parks

The city continues to ask people to participate in a survey that will help the city assess future needs for parks, open space and recreational activities. Copies of the survey are available at City Hall, 806 W. Main St.

They can also be accessed online at www.ci.monroe.wa.us.

After answering the questions, send the survey to Mike Farrell, Monroe City Hall, 806 W. Main St., Monroe, WA 98272.

For more information, call 360-794-7400.

Correction

Lake Stevens Sewer District officials expect a rate increase of $15 per month, from $45 to $60, if it is unable to obtain low-interest loans to pay for its planned $72 million sewer plant. If the loans are approved, the increase is estimated to be $10 to $11 a month. A story on Page B1 on Monday misstated the amount of the increase if the loans come through.

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