COURT NO.: 22-7-00088-24
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:
BABY BOY DAVIS
A Minor Child
DOB: 07/08/2022
STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: 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 December 1st, 2022 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 26th day of October, 2022.
By direction of the Honorable
ROBERT COLBERT
Commissioner of the
Superior Court
Okanogan County, Washington
CHARLEEN GROOMES
Clerk of the Superior Court
Okanogan County, Washington
by JAYMEE WERT
Deputy Clerk
Published in the Methow Valley News November 2, 9, 16, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune November 3, 10, 17, 2022. OVG965958
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids for the Central Landfill Phase 4 Development, 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 11:00:59AM Pacific Time, Tuesday December 6th, 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 development of Phase 4 active landfill area to the north of the existing Phase 2 area and west of the existing Phase 3 area. Phase 4 is approximately six acres. Generally, this requires grading and compacting subgrade, construction of a composite bottom lining system, installation of stormwater ditches and culvert, perimeter road grading, and placement of an overlaying cover soil layer which also functions as a protective layer to the bottom liner system, all in accordance with the contract provisions and specifications and the WSDOT Standard Specifications.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune November 10, 17, 2022. OVG 966450
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Okanogan County Central Landfill, Ellisforde Transfer Station, Bridgeport Transfer Station & Twisp Transfer Station will be closed on November 24, 25, & 26, 2022 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. All locations will resume regular schedules Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune November 10, 17, 2022. OVG 966446
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Okanogan County is seeking quotes from qualified contractors who can furnish all labor and equipment for snowplow and snow removal services for the 2022/2023 snow season at the following locations: Virginia Grainger 123 5th Ave N, Courthouse upper 4th Ave, Courthouse lower 3rd Ave, Justice Building 1240 2nd Ave, and Public Works Building 1234 2nd Ave.
The winning qualified quote and proposal will be based upon the following:
Ability to provide labor and equipment necessary to plow and clear snow from the parking lots.
Ability to complete snow removal services no later than 8:00 a.m. on weekdays when snow accumulation equals or exceeds 2 inches.
Affordability
Provide both an hourly cost and a per plow/per lot cost for snowplow services.
Ability to provide De-icing of parking lots within 2-hours of verbal request, cost per lot.
Ability for Snow removal using loader upon verbal request, cost per lot.
Ability to provide sanding services upon verbal request, cost per lot.
Past performance, list agencies your firm has provided services to of the same scope as those requested. We may contact these customers as references.
Bonded and Insured.
All operators of heavy equipment shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age and capable of working days and nights. The Contractor shall provide experienced, licensed operators, to include relief operators to ensure service is complete within timeframe.
All Bidders shall include all required attachments to this RFQ including a list of equipment to be utilized under this contract and a list of any proposed subcontracted, leased or rented equipment.
Acceptance or Rejection of Quotes – The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Quotes in whole or in part and to waive minor informalities in the process of awarding this contract.
All quotes will be submitted in writing by November 21, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. either via email to ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us or by dropping off the quote at the Okanogan County Commissioners office at 123 5th Ave N, Rm 150, Okanogan, WA 98840. For questions, please email or call Lanie Johns at 509-422-7105.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune November 10, 17, 2022. OVG 966439
OKANOGAN COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS SHOP BUILDINGS RE-BID
SECTION 000200 – INVITATION TO BID
Separate sealed proposals, and other items required under “Section 001000 – Instructions to Bidders” for the Okanogan County Public Works Shop Buildings Re-Bid located in Tonasket and Twisp, Washington and as described in, and in conformance with the Bid Documents will be received by Okanogan County at the Okanogan County Commissioners Office, Okanogan County Administration Building, 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840.
Until: December 13, 2022 at 11:00AM PST
at which time the Bid Proposals will be recorded as to Time and Date received and secured until the Hour and Date set for the Opening of said bid proposals as stipulated below. Proposals will be opened and publicly read aloud.
On: December 13, 2022 at 11:00AM PST
Bid Documents:
Bona fide General Contractors may obtain Bid Documents from Okanogan County Public Works, Okanogan, Washington, Phone (509) 422-7300, Email sstidman@co.okanogan.wa.us. All bidders who receive a full set of Bid Documents will be added to the Plan Holders List and receive any addenda issued.
Bid instructions, Project Documents and plan holders list can be viewed on-line at the Okanogan County Website:
https://okanogancounty.org/bid_detail_T8_R20.php
Summary of Work
In accordance with Section 011000 – “Summary”.
Bid Security:
Certified check, bank cashier’s check or bid bond congruent with the Form of Bid Bond as identified in the “Instruction to Bidders” is required to be submitted with each proposal, in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total basic bid plus additive alternate bids (if applicable). Make bid security payable to Okanogan County; furnish bond executed by a licensed bonding agency authorized to do business in the locality of the Project.
Right to Accept or Reject:
The Owner shall reserve the right to reject any or all proposals and the right to waive any irregularities or informalities in any proposal, subject to the Laws of the State of Washington as pertaining to Public Works, and as may be deemed in the best interest of the Owner. In particular the Owner reserves the right to reject a proposal of a Bidder who does not complete a Pre-Bid Tour, a proposal that is not accompanied by the required bid security, and incomplete or irregular proposals that may exclude or modify any item(s) required by the Bid Documents. No proposals will be accepted after the hour(s) set for receipt of proposals as set forth above.
Withdrawal of Proposals:
No proposal may be withdrawn except with the express permission of the Owner after the hour set for the opening thereof, unless the “Notice of Intent to Award” the contract is delayed for a period of sixty (60), calendar days.
DATED at Okanogan, Washington this November 10, 2022.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 16, 23, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune November 17, 24, 2022. OVG966799
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Stoneywild CUP 2022-3
Decision: Approved
Publication Date: November 16 & 17
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: Rocky Robbins, Planner III at 123 5th Ave N Suite 130, Okanogan WA 98840 or rrobbins@co.okanogan.wa.us
Published in the Methow Valley News November 16, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune November 17, 2022. OVG966801
Legal Ad
A poll-site election for a board seat on the Okanogan Conservation District will be held on March 14, 2023 at 1251 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan, WA 98840. 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. The last day and time an eligible voter can request a ballot from the District is February 20, 2023, by 3:00 PM. Ballots can be requested by calling the Okanogan Conservation District Election Officer, Becky Drenner, at (509) 429-3418 or emailing at becky@okanogancd.org. Ballots returned by mail to 1251 2nd Ave. South, Rm 102, Okanogan, WA 98840 must be post-marked no later than Election Day, March 14, 2023. Election candidates must be registered voters residing within the Conservation District and may be required to own land or operate a farm. Candidate required information is available through the Election Officer and will be accepted by mail or by making an appointment to drop it off at the District office by calling the Election Officer at (509) 429-3418. The candidate filing deadline is February 10, 2023, at 3:00 PM. Election procedures are also available through the Election Officer.
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 boundaries to apply. For more information, or to obtain an application form, please visit the Conservation Commission website at
To apply, use this direct link http://www.formstack.com/forms/?1918463-JfwJs6JKCL or please visit the Conservation Commission website https://scc.wa.gov/elections-and-appointments Applications and supporting materials must be received by the Commission no later than March 31, 2023.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022
Legal Notice
Town of Twisp Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Twisp, WA will be holding hearings regarding the 2023 preliminary budget, setting the 2023 property (ad valorem) levy tax rate, the 2023 EMS levy tax rate, and the 2023-28 Capital Facility Plan. Said hearing shall be November 22nd, 2022, at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers of the Twisp Town Hall, 118 S Glover Street, Twisp, WA. Remote access to the meeting will also be made available; a link to the meeting will be posted on the Town’s website in advance. All interested persons may appear and be heard at said time and place. Comments for the hearing or questions about the process can be directed to Randy Kilmer, Clerk/Treasurer at 509-997-4081, clerktreasurer@townoftwisp.com.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON OKANOGAN COUNTY
In re Estate of Helen C. Krinke, Deceased
No. 22-4-00151-24
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS under RCW 11.40.020, .030
Nita Mahaffey 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 provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing the personal representative or the personal representative’s 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 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 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: November 9, 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. 22-4-00151-24
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 23, 2022
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Three Rivers Hospital Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2023 budget and a public hearing to set the 2023 property tax revenues at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. The meeting will take place in the conference room of the McKinley Building at Three Rivers Hospital, 507 Hospital Way, Brewster, Washington and remotely via the Microsoft Teams application. The call-in information is +1 312-625-3555, Conference ID: 100 634 214#. Copies of the budget are available by calling Administrative Assistant Shauna Field at (509) 645-3348, or e-mail at sfield@trhospital.net.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022
NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING CHANGE
Notice is hereby given that the regular monthly meeting of the Three Rivers Hospital Board of Commissioners has been rescheduled to Tuesday, November 29, 2022. The meeting will take place in the conference room of the McKinley Building at Three Rivers Hospital, 507 Hospital Way, Brewster, Washington, and remotely via the Microsoft Teams application at 11:15 a.m. on the date set forth above. The call-in information is +1 312-625-3555, Conference ID: 100 634 214#.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 9, 16, 2022
Notice to file declaration of candidacy
Notice is hereby given that an election of the Wolf Creek Reclamation District. District will be held November 14, 2022 for the purpose of electing one 1 member to the board of directors for a term of 3 years. Any legal district landowner interested in becoming a candidate must be sponsored by 10 qualified electors of the district whose signatures appear on a pentation which shows his or her intentions of becoming a candidate for directorship. Pentation blanks may be obtained from the district’s secretary. These signed pentation’s must be filed with the secretary of said district no later than midnight December 5, 2022 in order that the candidate’s name appears on the ballot. Should the secretary receive only 1 signed pentation for director under the amended State Irrigation Statue 87.03.075 then no regular election is necessary. Done by the order of the Board of Directors of Wolf Creek Reclamation District this 14th day of November 2022.
Lynn Bovee, Secretary of Wolf Creek Reclamation District.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 16, 23, 2022
Notice of Decision
Administrative Permit #22-01
Peruzzi Nightly Rental
The Town of Twisp has granted approval for an overnight accommodation in an existing residence, located at 510 W. Twisp Avenue in the Town of Twisp. The Town of Twisp Planning Department, under the authority of TMC 18.50.080, has determined that the requirements for issuing the permit have been met. Please note that the application for this permit was received and accepted as complete prior to the Town Council enacting a moratorium on new nightly rental permits.
Persons may appeal this decision in writing to the Twisp Town Hall, 118 South Glover Street, PO Box 278, Twisp, WA. Appeals must be submitted to the Town of Twisp no later than 4:00 pm, Wednesday, November 30, 2022. For further information contact Kurt Danison at (509)997-4081.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 16, 2022
NOTICE OF SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Notice is hereby given that a special meeting of the Three Rivers Hospital Board of Commissioners will be held on November 15, 2022, for the purpose of discussing strategic planning. The meeting will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McKinley Building on 507 Hospital Way, Brewster WA 98812. A remote connection via Microsoft Teams will be available upon request. Other hospital business will not be conducted at this meeting. Please call 509-645-3348 with any questions.
Published in the Methow Valley News November 16, 2022
