Town of Twisp
STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT
Determination of Non-Significance
Date: July 25, 2019
Lead agency: Town of Twisp
Agency Contact: Kurt Danison, townplanner@townoftwisp.com, Town of Twisp, P.O. Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856, 509 997 4081
Agency File Number: TWPVAR19-01
Teodoro Dominguez of Winthrop, Washington has submitted an application for the approval of a variance from the rear yard setback requirements within the R-2 zoning district in order to add on to an existing non-conforming structure. The proposed variance for Parcel No. 8862100100, located at 1306 Riverside Avenue, is required by 18.50.090 of the Twisp Municipal Code. The residence for which the variance is proposed is located on the northern side of Avenue in the Town of Twisp, within Section 17, Township 33 N., Range 22 E.W.M.
This determination is based on the following findings and conclusions:
The Town of Twisp has determined that this proposal will 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). We have reviewed the attached Environmental Checklist, project application and appurtenance information. This information is available at Twisp Town Hall.
This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2) and the comment/appeal period will end on August 22, 2019. Comments and/or appeals must be made in writing to Kurt Danison, Town Planner, townplanner@townoftwisp.com, Town of Twisp, P.O. Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856, 509 997 4081.
Kurt Danison
7/25/2019
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019
TOWN OF TWISP
Notice of Application
July 25, 2019
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Teodoro Dominguez of Winthrop, Washington has submitted an application for the approval of a variance from the rear yard setback requirements within the R-2 zoning district in order to add on to an existing non-conforming structure. The proposed variance for Parcel No. 8862100100, located at 1306 Riverside Avenue, is required by 18.50.090 of the Twisp Municipal Code. The residence for which the variance is proposed is located on the northern side of Avenue in the Town of Twisp, within Section 17, Township 33 N., Range 22 E.W.M.
Persons wishing to view project information may contact Twisp Town Hall, 118 S. Glover Street, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Written comments must be submitted to the Town of Twisp, P.O. Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856, no later than 5:00 PM, Thursday August 22, 2019 with verbal comments accepted at the Board of Adjustment Public Hearing set for 5:00 pm on August 22, 2019 at Twisp Town Hall. For further information contact Kurt Danison at (509) 997-4081.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019
TOWN OF TWISP, WASHINGTON
TOWN COUNCIL
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 7TH, 2019 5:30PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Twisp Town Council will hold a Special Town Council Meeting on Wednesday August 7th, 2019, commencing at 5:30 p.m., at Twisp Town Hall located at 118 S Glover St, Twisp, WA 98856, Washington. The purpose of the Special Meeting is to conduct a standard Town Council meeting, rescheduled from the original date of Tuesday August 13th, 2019. The agenda will be published 24 hours in advance of the special meeting.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Twisp Town Council will hold a Regular Town Council Meeting following the as scheduled on Tuesday, Tuesday August 27th, 2019, commencing at approximately 5:30 p.m. at Twisp Town Hall.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the agenda will be posted the Friday prior to the above meeting at Twisp Town Hall and on the Town of Twisp website at www.townoftwisp.com. For further information contact City Clerk Randy Kilmer at 509-997-4081.
Dated this 29th day of July, 2019.
Randy Kilmer
Clerk/Treasurer
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019
LEGAL NOTICE
WSDOT, Kevin Waligorski, 2830 Euclid Ave Bldg A Wenatchee, WA 98801-5916, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, SR 20 Rainy Pass Flood Deflection Berm, is located at SR 20 milepost 150, 7 miles west of Rainy Pass in in Skagit county. This project involves 2.7 acres of soil disturbance for construction of an earthen berm. The receiving waterbody is an unnamed tributary to Granite creek. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: Department of Ecology Attn: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019
LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT:
Business Opportunity – Request for Proposals
The Okanogan County Auditor is seeking applicants for the operation of a vehicle/vessel license sub-agency office in the Methow Valley area. Applications are made by submitting a written business proposal addressing specific subject areas. Your proposal will be part of a competitive replacement process. An outline of the subject areas to be addressed in the business plan is available at the Okanogan County Auditor’s office, and may be accessed on-line at www.okanogancounty.org and click on the request for proposal link. The Department of Licensing provides equal opportunity when appointing Subagents. We encourage all qualified persons to apply, including members of protected groups under applicable state and federal law.
Please submit written business proposals to:
Okanogan County Auditor
Cari Hall
PO Box 1010
149 3rd Ave N
Okanogan, WA 98840
509-422-7240
ALL PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 4:30 p.m. August 7, 2019.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 4, 11, 18, 25; August 1, 2019. OVG862982
COURT NO.: 19-7-00035-24
NOTICE AND SUMMONS/ORDER
Dependency Hearing
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF OKANOGAN – JUVENILE
IN RE THE DEPENDENCY OF:
SUMMER ALDAG,
A Minor Child
DOB: 07/01/2002
STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: SHILO ALDAG, WHOM IT MAY CONCERN AND ANYONE CLAIMING PARENTAL INTEREST IN THE ABOVE NAMED CHILD.
1. NOTICE OF HEARING
1.1 You are notified that a petition was filed with this Court, alleging that the above named child is dependent.
1.2 A hearing will be held on September 5, 2019 at 1:00 p.m., At Juvenile Court, Okanogan County Court House, Okanogan, Washington.
1.3 The purpose of the hearing is to hear and consider evidence on the petition.
1.4 If you do not appear, the court may enter an order in your absence establishing dependency.
II. SUMMONS/ORDER TO APPEAR
2.1 YOU ARE SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to appear at the hearing on the date, time and place indicated.
NOTICE
VIOLATION OF THIS ORDER OR SUMMONS IS SUBJECT TO A PROCEEDING FOR CONTEMPT OF COURT PURSUANT TO RCW 13.34.070. A DEPENDENCY PETITION BEGINS A PROCESS WHICH, IF THE CHILD IS FOUND DEPENDENT, MAY RESULT IN PERMANENT TERMINATION OF THE PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP.
Dated this 10 day of July, 2019.
By direction of the Honorable
CHRISTOPHER CULP
Judge of the Superior Court
Okanogan County, Washington
CHARLEEN GROOMES
Clerk of the Superior Court
Okanogan County,.VVashington
By RAMONA BROWNLEE
Deputy Clerk
Published in the Methow Valley News July 17, 24, 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 18, 25; August 1, 2019. OVG865616
Public Hearing Notice
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set for 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 and will be held in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. The hearing is held to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Auditor’s MARC fund 504 in the amount of $28,842. The funds are from the Beginning Fund Balance and will be used for Salaries & Wages, Benefits & Taxes, Small Tools Minor Equipment, Professional Services and Repairs & Maintenance. The hearing will be held in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room located at 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, Washington. Persons wishing to comment may attend the hearing or submit their comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Rm 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 24, 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 25; August 1, 2019. OVG866230
Public Hearing Notice
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set for 3:35 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 and will be held in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. The hearing is held to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Current Expense Planning & Development Budget Fund 001.005 in the amount of $125,316. The funds are from the Voluntary Stewardship Plan Grant and the Planner 1 (well tracking) position and will be used for Professional Services. The hearing will be held in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room located at 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, Washington. Persons wishing to comment may attend the hearing or submit their comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Rm 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 24, 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 25; August 1, 2019. OVG866486
NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received by the Board of County Commissioners
Of Okanogan County, 123 5th Ave. N. Room 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840
At their office on the main floor of the Virginia Grainger Administration Building, until 4:00 P.M. on August 13, 2019 at which time they will be opened and publicly read to furnish the Okanogan County Department of Public Works with the following:
New Building Department Pickup
Additional information and specifications may be obtained from the Okanogan County Department of Public Works, 1234-A 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan, WA 98840
(509) 422-7300.
The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31; August 7, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 8, 2019. OVG867447
KNC Group Cannabis Farms, SEPA 2019-3
Final SEPA Determination
Kyle and Kelsey Walter are proposing a cannabis operation on Tunk Creek Rd. approximately 1.4 miles North of Riverside. The project will use 11.4 acres of a 36.82 acre parcel to place eight cannabis operations that will include production, processing, packaging and oil extraction. Water source is a surface water claim to withdraw water from the Okanogan River. Period of operation will be from April to November. Hours of operation will be 7a.m. to 6 p.m.
Project Location
The site is located at 234 Tunk Creek Rd. Riverside WA 98849 on tax parcel number 3526130030.
According to Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) regulations, the office of Okanogan County Planning and Development issued a final environmental mitigated determination of non-significance (MDNS) for this proposal. 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 August 16, 2019 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. Direct questions and comments to: Okanogan County Office of Planning & Development, Pam Wyllson, 123 5th Ave. N, Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, (509) 422-7122 pwyllson@co.okanogan.wa.us
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867461
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Tillage Hill Weddings and Events, CUP 2019-3
Decision: Approved
Publication Date: July 31 & August 1, 2019
The Okanogan County Hearing Examiner approved the above-noted project. Parties with standing may appeal this decision pursuant to RCW 36.70 C.
Information regarding this decision may be obtained from: Pamela Wyllson, Planner I at 123 5th Ave N Suite 130, Okanogan WA 98840 or pwyllson@co.okanogan.wa.us
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867436
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: H&J Complex, CUP 2019-4
Decision: Approved
Publication Date: July 31 & August 1, 2019
The Okanogan County Hearing Examiner approved the above-noted project. Parties with standing may appeal this decision pursuant to RCW 36.70 C.
Information regarding this decision may be obtained from: Pamela Wyllson, Planner I at 123 5th Ave N Suite 130, Okanogan WA 98840 or pwyllson@co.okanogan.wa.us
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867441
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3630190060 & 3630190061)
Proponent: Jack Wadkins
Decision: Approved
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 the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867466
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3728260002 & 3727260005)
Proponent: Antoine Valley Ranch South
Decision: Approved
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 the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867464
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3426260273 & 3426261004)
Proponent: Douglas & Bonnie Cox and Wayne & Deborah Wells
Decision: Approved
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 the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867469
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 0450290500 & 0450290900)
Proponent: Michael Buckley
Decision: Approved
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 the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867467
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3426081004 & 3426081005)
Proponent: Hi-Lo Orchard Ltd. Partnership
Decision: Approved
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 the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019. OVG867473
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3321120008 & 3321120011)
Proponent: Victoria Walker
Decision: Approved
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 the Methow Valley News July 31, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 2019.OVG867475
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held on August 13, 2019 at 11:10 A.M., in the Okanogan County Commissioners hearing room, located at 123 5th Ave North, Room 150, Okanogan Washington regarding an application for a 50 year franchise by Brewster Flat Water Users Association, to construct, operate and maintain a domestic water line and appurtenances thereto.
Franchise is located within the county right-of-way of all Okanogan County roads located within the following Township and Ranges: T. 30 N., R. 24 E.W.M., T. 30 N., R. 25 E.W.M., T. 31 N., R. 24 E.W.M. and T. 31 N., R. 25 E.W.M.
Members of the public may comment on this proposal. All written comments must be received prior to the start of the public hearing in order to be entered into the record. Testimonies will be heard during the Public Hearing at the above time and location. Please send written comments to Okanogan County Department of Public Works, Anna Randall, 1234A 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan WA 98840 or email to arandall@co.okanogan.wa.us.
Dated July 25, 2019 at Okanogan, Washington.
Josh Thomson, P.E.
County Engineer
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31; August 7, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 8, 2019. OVG867478
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held on August 13, 2019 at 11:20 A.M., in the Okanogan County Commissioners hearing room, located at 123 5th Ave North, Room 150, Okanogan Washington regarding an application for a 50 year franchise by Brewster Flat Irrigation District, to construct, operate and maintain an irrigation water line and appurtenances thereto.
Franchise is located within the county right-of-way of all Okanogan County roads located within the following Township and Ranges: T. 30 N., R. 24 E.W.M., T. 30 N., R. 25 E.W.M., T. 31 N., R. 24 E.W.M. and T. 31 N., R. 25 E.W.M.
Members of the public may comment on this proposal. All written comments must be received prior to the start of the public hearing in order to be entered into the record. Testimonies will be heard during the Public Hearing at the above time and location. Please send written comments to Okanogan County Department of Public Works, Anna Randall, 1234A 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan WA 98840 or email to arandall@co.okanogan.wa.us.
Dated July 25, 2019 at Okanogan, Washington.
Josh Thomson, P.E.
County Engineer
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31; August 7, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 8, 2019. OVG867484
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held on August 13, 2019 at 11:00 A.M., in the Okanogan County Commissioners hearing room, located at 123 5th Ave North, Room 150, Okanogan Washington regarding an application to franchise a cattleguard by the Wells Ranch Irrigation District.
The cattleguard will be four (4) 14’ x 8’, H-20 loading heavy duty steel cattleguards with wings and a by-pass gate at milepost 3.80 on O.C.R. 3020, Jack Wells Road in the SE1/4, SW1/4 in Section 5, Township 30N. Range 26, E.W.M.
Members of the public may comment on this proposal. All written comments must be received prior to the start of the public hearing in order to be entered into the record. Testimonies will be heard during the Public Hearing at the above time and location. Please send written comments to Okanogan County Department of Public Works, Anna Randall, 1234A 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan WA 98840 or email to arandall@co.okanogan.wa.us.
Dated July 25, 2019 at Okanogan, Washington.
Josh Thomson, P.E.
County Engineer
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31; August 7, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 8, 2019. OVG867486
Public Hearing Notice
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set for 3:00 p.m. on Monday, August 12, 2019 and will be held in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. The hearing is held to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Current Expense Superior Court and District Court Budgets in the amount of $26,136. The funds are from the Current Expense Beginning Fund Balance and will be used to increase the District Court and Superior Court Judges Salary that the state sets. The hearing will be held in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room located at 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, Washington. Persons wishing to comment may attend the hearing or submit their comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Rm 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 31; August 7, 2019; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune August 1, 8, 2019. OVG867489
