LEGAL NOTICE
The Methow Valley Communications District, in accordance with RCW 39.04.155, maintains a Small Works Roster for public works projects not to exceed $300,000 and is now accepting applications. The Small Works Roster shall include approved contractors who, when required by law, are properly licensed or registered for general or specialty contract work.
Contractors who are interested in being included on the roster can find the application and instructions at the District website: methowcommunications.org, or may request an application by calling 509-322-4038, or by mail: MVCD, PO Box 1031, Winthrop, WA, 98862.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 13 and 20, 2015.
LEGAL NOTICE
SALE OF SURPLUS VEHICLES
The Town of Winthrop is accepting sealed bids on the following surplus vehicles:
2002 Dodge Durango
VIN #1B4HS48Z82F173236
Used as a police vehicle. Blown Transmission
Odometer Reading: 123,546
No Minimum Bid
2002 Chevy Tahoe
VIN #1GNEK13Z82J284403
Used as a police vehicle. Body Damage.
Odometer Reading: 147,277
Minimum Bid $500.00
Vehicles are sold as is. Sealed bids must be clearly marked and received by noon on Wednesday, May 27, 2015. Payment must be in cash, money order or cashier’s check, upon acceptance of the vehicle, no later than noon on June 4, 2015. The Town of Winthrop reserves the right to reject any or all bids. For more information, call Winthrop Town Hall at 996-2320 during regular business hours.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 20, 2015.
LEGAL NOTICE
WAC 197-11-970 – Determination of Non-Significance (DNS). Determination of Nonsignificance
Description of proposal: Town of Twisp Water System Plan update.
Location of proposal, including street address, if any: Town of Twisp, Washington
Lead agency: Town of Twisp, 118 S Glover St, PO Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856
The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030 (2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.
¨ There is no comment period for this DNS.
¨ This DNS is issued after using the optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355. There is no further comment period on the DNS.
X This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from May 20, 2015. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 PM, May 20, 2015.
Responsible official: Jackie Moriarty; Position/title: Clerk/Treasurer; Phone: (509) 997-4081
Address: 118 S Glover St, PO Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856
Published in the Methow Valley News May 20, 2015.
LEGAL NOTICE
INVITATION TO BID
Town of Winthrop Ice Rink Building Extension
Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Winthrop in the Office of the Town Clerk located at 206 Riverside Avenue, Winthrop, Washington, 98862 until Noon, on June 3, 2015, and thereafter be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids received after the time above stated will not be considered.
The project consists of construction of an approximately 3,000 square foot addition to the existing Winthrop Ice Rink building at 208 White Avenue, as described in construction plans and specifications. The project will utilize $60,000 of volunteer labor and donations, as specified in the construction documents. All work performed on the project (excluding volunteer labor and donations specified in construction plans and documents) shall be subject to prevailing wage rates. Bids shall be made on a lump sum basis.
All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or surety bond in an amount equal to at least five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to the Town of Winthrop.
The Town of Winthrop reserves the right to waive informalities in the bidding, accept a Proposal of the lowest responsible Bidder, reject any or all Bids, republish the Call for Bids, revise or cancel the work, or require the work to be done in another way if the best interest of the Town is served.
The Town of Winthrop is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and hereby notifies all Bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged businesses enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation. The Town of Winthrop does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provisions of service. Small businesses, and women and minority-owned businesses are encouraged to submit bids.
Plans and Specifications will be available for purchase, after 9 AM, Wednesday May 20, 2015 for a non-refundable fee of $50.00 for each set (checks must be made payable to the Town of Winthrop). Over the counter purchases may be made at Town of Winthrop, Town Hall, 206 Riverside Avenue, Winthrop, Washington, 98862. Purchases through the mail may be arranged by calling 509-996-2320.
Informational copies of maps, plans and specifications are on file for inspection at the Town of Winthrop Town Hall, located at 206 Riverside Avenue, Winthrop, Washington, 98862.
For more information, please call the Town Planner, Rocklynn Culp at 509-996-2320.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 20, 2015.
LEGAL NOTICE
WAC 197-11-970 Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS)
Description of proposal: The Winthrop Ice Rink Phase 2 project will replace the existing natural ice rink with a refrigerated slab and extend the existing building to include changing rooms, additional restrooms, showers, and an expanded ticket/skate rental office. The project involves demolishing the curb around the rink, excavating up to 1.5’, placing bedding material, pouring a slab with refrigeration piping, installation of the refrigeration system and add 2,900 square feet to the existing building for a total of 5,500 square feet.
Proponent: Town of Winthrop, PO Box 459, Winthrop, WA 98862
Location of proposal, including street address, if any: The ice rink is located off of White Avenue, just west of the intersection with SR20. Parcel numbers: 3421020504, 3421020494, 3421020492.
Lead agency: Town of Winthrop
The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.This DNS is issued under 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for the 15 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted by June 5, 2015.
Responsible official: Rocklynn Culp; Position/title: Town Planner; Phone: (509) 996-2320; Address: P.O. Box 459 Winthrop, WA 98862. You may appeal this determination to at the Town of Winthrop, P.O. Box 459, Winthrop, WA 98862 no later than 4:00 p.m., June 19, 2015. Appeals must be submitted in writing by a party of record. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact Winthrop Town Hall to read or ask about the procedures for SEPA appeal.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 20, 2015.
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Public Hearing
AMENDMENT TO OCC 14.08 OPEN SPACE: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Okanogan Board of County Commissioners has continued the public hearing held on May 12, 2015 to take additional public testimony regarding an ordinance amending Okanogan County Code 14.08 Open Space Open Space program.
This notice corrects an error in the notice published April 29, 2015 which identified OCC 18.08 as the code under consideration for amendment. OCC 14.08 Open Space is the correct code section.
After considering public input received in the first hearing the Commissioners have directed the ordinance be revised to repeal rather than amend OCC 14.08.080 Ineligible Lands and that notice be published inviting further public review and comment.
The SEPA Responsible Official has determined this proposal is categorically exempt from environmental review in accordance with WAC 197-11-800 (19).
The continued public hearing will be conducted on June 8, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Auditorium in the Virginia Grainger Building in Okanogan, WA. Verbal testimony will be taken with a time limit of 3 minutes per speaker. Written comments may be submitted at the hearing. Written comments will be accepted prior to the hearing and may be submitted in writing or electronically to Lalena Johns, Clerk of the Board, at 123 5th Ave N Ste 150, Okanogan, WA 98840 or at ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us. Copy of the proposed amendment may be viewed on the Okanogan County Planning Department website at www.okanogancounty.org/planning. Information regarding this proposal can be obtained from: Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development, Perry Huston, Director of Planning, 123 5th Avenue North, Suite 130 Okanogan, WA 98840 (509)422-7218 or phuston@co.okanogan.wa.us .
Published in the Methow Valley News May 20, 2015.
