A poll-site election for a board seat on the Okanogan Conservation District will be held on February 9, 2017 at 1251 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan, WA. Polls will open at 11:00 AM and close at 3:00 PM. Registered voters who reside within the Conservation District boundary are eligible to vote. Candidates must be registered voters residing in the conservation district, and may be required to own land or operate a farm. The candidate filing deadline is January 12, 2017 at 3:00 PM. Election procedures are available at the district office. Absentee ballots are available upon request for eligible voters, but must be requested on or before 3:00 PM on January 19, 2017. Please contact the District office at (509) 422-0855, ext. 107 or at the District office at 1251 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan, WA 98840 for absentee ballots or if you have any questions.
A board seat on the Okanogan Conservation District is available for appointment by the Washington State Conservation Commission. Conservation district board supervisors are public officials who serve without compensation and set policy and direction for the conservation district. An applicant must be a registered voter in Washington State, and may be required to own land or operate a farm. Applicants for appointed positions do not have to live within the district to apply. For more information, or to obtain an application form, please contact the Okanogan Conservation District or visit the Conservation Commission website at http://www.scc.wa.gov/. Applications and supporting materials must be received by the Commission no later than March 31, 2017.
Published in the Methow Valley News December 21 and 28, 2016.
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Winthrop at Town Hall located at 206 Riverside Avenue (PO Box 459), Winthrop, Washington, 98862 until 11:00 A.M. on January 17, 2017, and there publicly opened and read.
The Town of Winthrop’s 2016 Water Improvements Phase 2 and Overlay project consists of constructing new water main, hydrants, services, and appurtenances; street restoration, HMA overlay, utility adjustments, surveying, pavement markings, extruded curb, storm water modifications, erosion control, traffic control, and other work.
Plans, specifications, and bid documents are available for electronic download at www. questcdn.com. Insert the eBidDoc #4767481 to download the digital documents for $10.00. Plans, specifications, and bid documents are also available at the office of SCJ Alliance, in Wenatchee at 25 North Wenatchee Avenue, Ste. 238, Wenatchee, WA 98801 upon payment of $60.00. Contract documents are on file for inspection at area Plan Centers and at the Winthrop Town Hall. Direct questions to Dave Allen, PE at 509.886.3265.
A bid bond in the amount of 5% of the bid shall accompany all bids.
All bids shall be marked “SEALED BID FOR 2016 Water Improvements Phase2 and Overlay”, on the outside of the envelope.
Bids must be completed on a lump sum and unit price basis as indicated on the BID PROPOSAL, and the total price shall be used for comparison of bids. The Town of Winthrop reserves the right to reject any or all bids for cause. All contractors must be licensed in the State of Washington.
Time for completion of the work is limited to 50 working days. Engineer’s estimated range for this project is $650,000 to $750,000.
No bidder may withdraw his proposal after the hours set for the opening thereof, or before award of contract unless said award is delayed for a period exceeding forty-five (45) days. The Town shall have the right to reject any or all bids not accompanied by bid security or data required by the bidding document or a bid in any way incomplete or irregular.
The Town of Winthrop is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (Small, minority and women-owned businesses) are encouraged to submit bids. All work performed on the project shall be subject to the higher of the prevailing state or federal wage rates.
This project is partially funded through the Washington State Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program with federal funds from the Environmental Protection Agency. DWSRF requirements and provisions must be met by general contractors and all subcontractors.
Published in the Methow Valley News December 28, 2016 and January 4, 2017.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Amendment of Winthrop Municipal Code Chapters 15.08 and 17.08
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Winthrop Planning Commission is considering amendments to Winthrop Municipal Code Chapter 15.08, Western Theme Exterior Construction Standards, and Chapter 17.08, Definitions (Zoning Code). The proposed amendments include the following: consideration of proposed amendments to the Westernization Code, developed by the Westernization Architectural Committee; and a proposal to amend the definition of overnight rentals in the zoning code. The proposed amendments apply as specified in WMC within the incorporated limits of the Town of Winthrop, Township 34, Range 21, parts of Sections 2 and 11.
Public Hearing: The Winthrop Planning Commission will hold an open record public hearing on the proposed amendments on Tuesday, January 10, 2016 at 6:05 pm, at the Winthrop Auditorium, 51 Highway 20, Winthrop, Washington. The hearing will be conducted in accord with WMC Chapter 19.10. Any person desiring to present written or oral testimony may do so at the hearing, and by doing so shall have standing as a party of record. Any person requiring assistance to access the hearing is urged to contact Town Hall at least 24 hours in advance.
Information available: Persons wishing to view the proposed amendments or receive a notice on the action taken may contact Winthrop Town Hall, 206 Riverside Ave. between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday – Friday. Pursuant to WMC 19.06.040, a staff report will be available seven days prior to the public hearing. For further information contact Rocklynn Culp at (509) 996-2320.
SEPA Determination: 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 Determination of Nonsignificance is issued under 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 15 days from the date of this notice.
Comments: Written comments may be submitted in advance of the public hearing. Comments or requests for notice should be submitted to the Town Planner, Town of Winthrop, PO Box 459, Winthrop, WA 98862, or by email to planner@townofwinthrop.com.
This notice is given pursuant to Winthrop Municipal Code Chapter 19.06. DATED: December 19, 2016. Rocklynn Culp, Town Planner.
Published in the Methow Valley News December 28, 2016.
FINAL DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
Honeybear Growers SEPA 2016-4
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development received an application and environmental checklist from Honeybear Growers LLC for a 46,800 square foot addition to an existing commercial structure for CA storage of apples.
The SEPA Responsible Official has reviewed an Environmental Checklist, project description, as well as comments received and has issued a Final Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) on this proposal in accordance with WAC 197-11-340.
Location: The site is located approximately 1 mile north of Brewster at 15 Honeybear Lane on parcel number 8823800100.
This decision may be appealed in accordance with OCC 14.04.220. Appeals must be made in writing to the Okanogan County Hearing Examiner, 123 5th Ave N Ste. 130, Okanogan, WA 98840. Appeals must be submitted or postmarked by 5:00 p.m. on January 12, 2017. Appeals shall state with specificity the elements of the environmental checklist and resulting determination the appellant finds objectionable and shall state the reason therefore. Appeals must include the $300.00 appeal fee. The date of publication in Okanogan County’s legal periodical of record is December 28, 2016. Failure to file a timely and complete appeal shall constitute waiver of all rights to an administrative appeal under county code.
Information regarding this proposal can be obtained from: Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development, Angie Hubbard, Natural Resource Planner, 123 5th Avenue North, Suite 130 Okanogan, WA 98840 (509)422-7218 or ahubbard@co.okanogan.wa.us .
Published in Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune on December 29, 2016 and the Methow Valley News on December 28, 2016. OVG#736882
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF OKANOGAN
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., its successors in interest
and/or assigns,
Plaintiff,
vs.
UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ALBERT H.
PITT; ALAN H. PITT; MEGAN MARSHALL AKA
MEGAN E. PITT; CHRISTY LYNN SCHAFFER;
CHERYL ANN WELTY; JAMES PITT; UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA; STATE OF WASHINGTON;
OCCUPANTS OF THE PREMISES,
Defendants.
Cause No.: 15-2-00144-4
SUMMONS – NOTICE OF EXECUTION – SECOND WRIT FOR ORDER OF SALE
(ZERO MONTH REDEMPTION PERIOD)
To Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Albert H. Pitt; Alan H. Pitt; Megan Marshall AKA Megan E. Pitt; Christy Lynn Schaffer; Cheryl Ann Welty; James Pitt; United States of America; State of Washington; Occupants of the Premises,
Judgment Debtors:
A Writ for Order of Sale has been issued in the above-caption case, directed to the Sheriff of Okanogan County, commanding the Sheriff as follows:
FROM: THE OKANOGAN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CLERK’S OFFICE
TO: THE SHERIFF OF OKANOGAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON
On March 11, 2016, an in rem Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure (“Judgment”) was entered in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Plaintiff’) against the defendants Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Albert H. Pitt, Megan Marshall aka Megan E. Pitt, James Pitt, United States of America, State of Washington, and Occupants of the Premises
(“Defendanf’). The Judgment forecloses the interests of all the Defendants in and to the following described property (“Property”) commonly known as 31292 A Highway 97, Tonasket, WA 98855 for the total sum of $107,286.94 with interest thereon at the rate of 12.00% per annum beginning on March 11, 2016 until satisfied.
The Property situated in Okanogan County, State of Washington, is legally described as:
A PART OF GOVERNMENT LOTS I AND 2, SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 27 EAST, W.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE EAST BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 2, A DISTANCE OF 37.17 FEET SOUTH FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 2;
THENCE NORTH 87°44’ 00”, A DISTANCE OF 470.79 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 42° 47’ 30” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 28.15 FEET, TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 42° 47’ 30” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 203.30 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 85°58’ 30” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 112.90 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 77°32’ 00” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 58.61 FEET TO THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WASHINGTON STATE HIGHWAY NO. 97;
THENCE SOUTH 31°09’ 00” WEST, ON THE SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 167.85 FEET;
THENCE SOUTH 87°44’ 00” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 137.80 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF OKANOGAN, STATE OF WASHINGTON.
THEREFORE, pursuant to RCW 61.12.060, and in the name of the State of Washington, you are hereby commanded to sell the Property, or so much thereof as may be necessary, in order to satisfy the Judgment, including post-judgment interest and costs.
MAKE RETURN HEREOF within sixty days of the date indicated below, showing you have executed the same.
Pursuant to RCW 6.21.050(2), the Sheriff may adjourn the foreclosure sale from time to time, not exceeding thirty days beyond the last date at which this Writ is made returnable, with the consent of the plaintiff endorsed upon this Writ or by an contemporaneous writing.
WITNESS, the Honorable /s/ Henry A. Rawson
Judge of the Superior Court and the seal of said Court, affixed this 23RD day of June, 2016, at Okanogan, Washington.
By: /s/ Charleen Groomes, Superior Court Clerk
By: /s/ Marlenia M Fitzgerald, Deputy Clerk
Presented by:
RCO LEGAL, P.S.
By: /s/ Synova M.L. Edwards, WSBA #43063
THIS WRIT SHALL BE AUTOMATICALLY EXTENDED FOR 30 DAYS FOR THE PURPOSES OF SALE.
Given under my hand this 12th day of December, 2016.
Frank T. Rogers, Sheriff
By: ·Beth Barker, Chief Civil Deputy
Published in the Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune on December 22, 29, 2016, January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017; and the Methow Valley News on December 21, 28, 2016, January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017. OVG#735459.
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3025043003, 3025040015, 3025050006, 3025050005 & 3025080024)
Proponent: Divis Family Trust
Decision: Approved
Appeal Deadline: January17, 2017
The Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development approved the above-noted project. Within 20 days of decision, parties with standing may appeal this decision to the Okanogan County Hearing Examiner at 123 5th Ave. N. Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, pursuant to OCC 2.67.010. An appeal must include the $300.00 appeal fee.
Published in Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune on December 29, 2016 and the Methow Valley News on December 28, 2016. OVG#736931
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3024010020 & 3024010048)
Proponent: Randy & Debbie Riggan and Orchard Management, Inc.
Decision: Approved
Appeal Deadline: January17, 2017
The Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development approved the above-noted project. Within 20 days of decision, parties with standing may appeal this decision to the Okanogan County Hearing Examiner at 123 5th Ave. N. Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, pursuant to OCC 2.67.010. An appeal must include the $300.00 appeal fee.
Published in Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune on December 29, 2016 and the Methow Valley News on December 28, 2016. OVG#736934
