LOON LAKE, Wash. -- The only day care center in Loon Lake is being forced to close its doors because the state alleges it has a troubling history of violations.

In August, the Department of Early Learning sent a letter to Leona Adams, owner of Loon Lake Children's Services, notifying her of the revocation of her child care license.

"Over the last year or two we noticed a pattern of non compliance with licensing issues," said Amy Blondin, Spokesperson for DEL. "We've made the determination that [Loon Lake Children's Services] does not and can not offer safe and healthy care for kids."

In the eight page letter, the DEL claims the day care failed to supervise kids on multiple occasions and report inappropriate touching between children.

Other violations include torn window screens, a broken diaper pail lid and incomplete employee files.

"It's not about any one thing that we found, it's about a pattern of non-compliance and demonstrating that you can't or won't comply with licensing standards, which are in place for a reason," said Blondin.

On Wednesday, concerned parents, day care staff and state and local representatives gathered at the Loon Lake Children's Services to come up with a plan to save the center.

"Leona is a wonderful person," said Desirae Holst, who works and takes her kids to the daycare. "This is a wonderful center and my kids, they just feel like this is home here... so many people rely on us."

The daycare has been in the Loon Lake community for almost 18 years and serves 103 kids a month.

Parents believe the state allegations are false, adding the daycare is a safe place for children.

"I wouldn't let my kids go here if it wasn't," said Holst.

State Representative Shelly Short recommended parents and community leaders write letters to the director of DEL and Governor Christine Gregoire - urging them to keep the center open.

Some parents worry they will have to quit their jobs to take care of their children due to a lack of other child care options in the area.

"It means I'm going to lose everything," said Holst. "I won't have a means to support my kids, I won't have a job, I won't have child care, I won't have anything."

Blondin said revoking a child care license is rare and isn't an easy decision to make.

"We are in the business of child care," said Blondin. "We want there to be lots of options available for families and communities, so we want providers to succeed. At the same time we have the responsibility to make sure kids are safe and families feel comfortable leaving their children there."

The daycare will close next Wednesday to prepare for a September 21st appeal hearing. A judge will then decide if the daycare will remain closed or reopen.