IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON OKANOGAN COUNTY
In re Estate of Benjamin T. Gilmore, Deceased
No. 22-4-00074-24
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS under RCW 11.40.020, .030
Janet Gilmore and Jay D. Lucas have been appointed as co-personal representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing either co-personal representative or the co-personal representatives’ attorney at the address state below a copy of the claim and filing the original claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) 30 days after either co-personal representatives served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.
Date of First Publication: May 4, 2022.
ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: PO Box 3059, Winthrop, WA 98862
Attorney for Personal Representative: Natalie N. Kuehler, WSBA #50322, The Kuehler Law Firm, PLLC
Court and Case Number: Okanogan County Superior Court – No. 22-4-00074-24
Published in the Methow Valley News May 4, 11, 18, 2022
LEGAL NOTICE
No. 22-4-00176-31 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID G. MCLEAN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: Wednesday, May 4, 2022 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Daniel A. McLean ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Trevorr Z. Haapalainen, WSBA #52770 ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: Haapalainen Law, PLLC 3416 Broadway, Suite 4 Everett, WA 98201.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 4, 11, 18, 2022
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 759
(TOWN OF WINTHROP, WASHINGTON)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town of Winthrop has adopted its Ordinance No. 759, which in summary, amends the 2022 Town Budget.
Said ordinance may be examined at the Winthrop Town Hall during regular business hours or a copy will be mailed upon request.
This notice is given by order of the Town Council and pursuant to R.C.W. 35.27.300.
Dated this 4th day of May, 2022.
Michelle Gaines – Town Clerk
Town of Winthrop, Washington
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 2022
OKANOGAN COUNTY
AUDITOR
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 Brewster 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/government/auditor 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. June 6, 2022.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 4, 11, 18, 25; June 1, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 2022. OVG953604
Request for Proposal
Okanogan County is accepting requests for proposals to operate the Okanogan County Fair Livestock Auction at the Okanogan County Fair. Okanogan County hopes to create an outstanding Fair auction that will allow for buyers and sellers to have a sale experience that will keep participants coming back year after year. Proponents will have to work closely with the Fair Advisory Committee, Okanogan County Fairgrounds staff and volunteers in performance of this contract. The Okanogan County Fair Auction happens once a year in September and this contract will be for a three-year term beginning September of 2022.
The Okanogan County Fair has been in existence for 75 years. It is a major attraction to residents and youth of the County and beyond as a top fair in Washington State. Each year the amount of livestock that residents bring to the fair numbers in the hundreds. Both the Livestock and the small animal (fur and feather) auction are critical components of the fair and provide for the sale and subsequent dispersal of sale proceeds to participants.
Responsive applicants will be required to perform the following.
- Perform all financial and operational activities related to the Livestock and fur and feather auction and be present during the Okanogan County Fair
- Provide auctioneer services for the Livestock and fur and feather auction
- Provide for the ability to use credit cards for the purchase of all animals
- Provide for the ability to live stream Livestock and fur and feather auctions to gain a greater audience of bidders
- Provide for the registration of all bidders
- Provide for the timely disbursement of monies to sellers
- Coordinate with volunteers to help create an efficient auction
- Coordinate the transportation and sale of market animals to their respective destinations
In addition applicants must be a recognized 501c(3) in Washington State. Please include your 501c(3) paperwork verification.
Applicants should provide a cover letter outlining their organization, a plan to perform the required tasks listed above, an itemized list of all costs that will be incurred by sale participants and documentation relating to their nonprofit status.
Applicants will be selected based on the completeness of their responses, the ability to perform required tasks, the cost to participants and prior experience with performing a task of this nature.
Application deadline is no later than 2:00 P.M. May 24th, 2022. Applications are to be turned in to the Okanogan County Commissioners Office at 123 5th Ave. North, Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 18, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 19, 2022. OVG954170
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set for 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 and will be held in person and via ZOOM, in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. Those wishing to attend may do so via the following: Join ZoomLink: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82925482699 Meeting ID: 829 2548 2699 or Join by Phone:+1 253 215 8782 Or +1 669 900 9128 Or+1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 829 2548 2699.
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Current Expense District Court Fund 001.011 in the amount of $40,625. Funds are from an Administrative Office of the Courts Grant and will be used to fund a District Court Therapeutic Court Coordinator.
The hearing will be held remotely in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room located at 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, Washington. Persons wishing to comment may attend the hearing in person or via Zoom to be called on for comment or submit comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Rm 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840, or by email to ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 18, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 19, 2022. OVG954171
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids for the 2023 Gravel Crushing Project, will be received by Okanogan County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners, located on the first floor of the Grainger Administration Building, 123 Fifth Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, Washington. Mailed proposals must be received by no later than the last working day prior to the bid opening date. Hand carried proposals will be received only by the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners at the address stated above until 11:05:59AM Pacific Time, Tuesday May 31st, 2022 and will then and there be opened and publicly read. No facsimiles or electronic proposals will be accepted.
All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit by certified check, cashier’s check or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish a satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Okanogan County.
Project Specifications are available at the office of the County Engineer, 1234A 2nd Ave. South, Okanogan, WA 98840 or contact the Contracts Administrator at 509-422-7333. Bid proposals must be submitted on the original documents provided in the accompanying bid packet.
Informational Project Specifications are also available on the County website at www.okanogancounty.org/PW and in various plan centers located in Washington.
The County of Okanogan in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex, in consideration for an award.
The Board of Commissioners of Okanogan County, reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding. The award of this contract, if made, will be to the lowest responsible bidder.
This Contract provides for the production of 30,000 tons of 1/2” Special Crushed Coverstone, 10,000 tons of 1 1/4” Crushed Surfacing Base Course, 15,000 tons of Special Screened Waste Sand produced at the Okanogan Wildlife Council Pit. 30,000 tons of 1/2” Special Crushed Coverstone, 10,000 tons of Crushed Surfacing Top Course, 20,000 tons of Special Screened Waste Sand, Produced at Gavin Pit location. And the production of 15,000 tons of 1/2” Special Crushed Coverstone, 7,500 tons of Crushed Surfacing Top Course, 10,000 tons of Special Screened Waste Sand, Produced at Wauconda Pit location; including haul to stockpile, and other work including Site Reclamation, at three pit site locations and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 18, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 19, 2022. OVG954172
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids for CRP No. 9221-06 Salmon Creek Drainage, will be received by Okanogan County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners, located on the first floor of the Grainger Administration Building, 123 Fifth Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, Washington. Mailed proposals must be received by no later than the last working day prior to the bid opening date. Hand carried proposals will be received only by the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners at the address stated above until 11:00:59 A.M. Pacific Time, Tuesday, May 31, 2022 and will then and there be opened and publicly read. No facsimiles or electronic proposals will be accepted.
All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish a satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Okanogan County.
Maps, plans and specifications are available upon payment of a non-refundable fee in the amount of $15 per USB Flash Drive or $65 per hard copy set, at the office of the County Engineer, 1234A 2nd Ave. South, Okanogan, WA 98840 or contact the Contracts Administrator at 509-422-7300. Bid proposals must be submitted on the original documents provided in the accompanying bid packet.
Informational copies of the maps, plans and specifications will be on file for inspection at the office of the County Engineer at the address noted above, the County website https://okanogancounty.org/bid_detail_T8_R20.php and in various plan centers located in Washington.
The County of Okanogan in accordance with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Public Works at pw@co.okanogan.wa.us or by calling collect (800) 833-6388.
The County of Okanogan in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex, in consideration for an award.
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The Board of Commissioners of Okanogan County, reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding. The award of this contract, if made, will be to the lowest responsible bidder.
This is a State Funded project that provides for the replacement of a box culvert on Okanogan County Road No. 9221 Salmon Creek Road from MP 2.95- MP 3.10. Work will include removal of existing 10 ft. precast box culvert, construction of new pre-cast 30ft. three-sided concrete structure, guardrail installation, clearing & grubbing, excavation including haul, embankment compaction, crushed surfacing base course, seeding, fertilizing and mulching, project temporary traffic controls, trimming and cleanup, and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 18, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 19, 2022. OVG954175
Notice of Application and Threshold SEPA Determination
Lazy Lightning Long Plat 2022-1
NCW Land Surveying, LLC on behalf of Jerrod Riggan applied for a subdivision. Six residential lots will be created on approximately 7.65 acres. Domestic water will be provided by a yet to be designed Group B Water System using a permit exempt well, and individual on-site septic systems.
The proposed project is located off of Starr Road, approximately 1.5 miles southerly of Pateros, WA on tax parcel 2923120018 within Section 12, Township 29N., Range 23 E.W.M.
Project comments for the subdivision must be submitted in writing. Project comments and SEPA comments will be reviewed separately. SEPA comments must be submitted in writing, no later than 5:00 pm May 26, 2022. All comments will be reviewed for relevance According to Washington State Environmental Policy Act regulations, Okanogan County Planning and Development issued an environmental Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) for this proposal. If no comments are received or the comments received do not provide probable, significant, and adverse impacts from the proposal, the DNS will stand.
Information is available at the Office of Planning and Development. Direct comments and questions to: Charlene Schumacher, Okanogan County Office of Planning & Development, 123 5th Ave. N, Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, (509) 422-7113 or by email at cschumacher@co.okanogan.wa.us. The public hearing for this project has not yet been scheduled.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 2022. OVG954177
NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING
DIETRICH PIER SHORELINE VARIANCE 2022-2
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing has been scheduled in front of the Okanogan County Hearing Examiner to consider an application received from Stefan Hampden, on behalf of Mark and Mary Horoszowski, for a variance to reduce building setbacks and vegetation conservation area in the Natural Shoreline Jurisdiction in order to construct a 2,650 square foot residence. Parcel 6140230001 is .9 acres in the Rural Residential zone and is considered a legal non-conforming lot. The entirety of the parcel is within shoreline jurisdiction. The Variance, if granted, would allow a reduction of the building setback from 175 feet to 50 feet from the Ordinary High-Water Mark and a vegetation conservation area of 25 feet.
The property is located at 18 Mazama Pines Lane in Mazama, WA. Parcel number 6140230001 located in Section 25, Township 36, Range 19, Willamette Meridian.
Variance applications are categorically exempt from the State Environmental Policy Act in accordance with WAC 197-11-800(6)(e). The public hearing is scheduled June 9, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioner’s hearing room located on the first floor of the Grainger Administration Building at 123 Fifth Ave. North, Okanogan, Washington, at which time the Hearings Examiner will hear verbal testimony on the issue. 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 rrobbins@co.okanogan.wa.us or mailed or delivered to 123 5th Ave N. Suite 130, Okanogan WA 98840. Information regarding this project can be obtained from Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development, Rocky Robbins, Planner II. A Zoom meeting has also been set for this hearing. Members of the public may join using the information here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83406947874 Meeting ID: 834 0694 7874 Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 +1 346 248 7799 +1 669 900 9128 Meeting ID: 834 0694 7874
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 2022. OVG954228
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcel 3421262002, 3421364004, 3421250078, 3421250076, 3421250077, 3421253002)
Proponent: Howard & Elisabeth Johnson
Decision: Approved
Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcel 3426120015, 3426120040
Proponent: Freese Holdings, LLC and Peter Freese
Decision: Approved
Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcel 3322210145, 3322210144, 3322210143, 3322210142)
Proponent: Tania Russell/Jamie Hartwig
Decision: Approved
The Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development made a final decision on the above-noted projects. Within 20 days of publication, parties with standing may appeal these decisions 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 $1,250.00 appeal fee.
Published in the Methow Valley News May 11, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune May 12, 2022. OVG954225
