PUBLIC HEARING
PROPOSED
CODE AMENDMENT
OCC 2.88 PUBLIC RECORDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Okanogan County Prosecutor’s Office has proposed an ordinance that would amend Okanogan County Code (OCC) Chapter 2.88-Public Records. The amendment would update the county code chapter 2.88 consistent with RCW 42.56 Public Records Act and WAC 44-14 Public Records Act-Model Rules including the adoption of a public records request fee schedule.
The SEPA Responsible Official has determined this proposal is categorically exempt from environmental review in accordance with WAC 197-11-800 (19a).
A public hearing has been scheduled by the Okanogan County Board of County Commissioners. The public hearing will be conducted on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. in the Commissioners Auditorium in the Virginia Grainger Building in Okanogan, WA. Verbal testimony will be taken with a time limit of 5 minutes per speaker. Written comments may be submitted at the hearing or prior to the hearing and may be submitted to Laleña Johns, Clerk of the Board, at 123 5th Ave N Suite 150, Okanogan, WA 98840 or at ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us. The hearing may be attended in person or via ZOOM: Audio & Video Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81624156174 Meeting ID: 816 2415 6174 or join audio only by phone: +1 253 215 8782 Meeting ID: 816 2415 6174
Information regarding this proposal can be obtained from: Okanogan County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Esther Milner, Chief Civil Deputy, emilner@co.okanogan.wa.us or 509-422-7280.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 1, 8, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 2, 9, 2023. OVG 970619
Okanogan County
Public Works
NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS
2023 – Liquid Asphalt Bid
Sealed Bids, plainly marked “Bid For 2023-Liquid Asphalt”, will be received by Okanogan County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the Grainger Administrative Building, 123 5th Avenue N, Room 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840, until 11:10AM, February 21, 2023 at which time they will be opened and publicly read.
The project generally consists of supplying liquid asphalt for Okanogan County Department of Public Works for the 2023 season.
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 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 the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.
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The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Multiple contract awards may be made to guarantee the availability of bulk asphalt products at the lowest available prices.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 1, 8, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 2, 9, 2023. OVG970770
Okanogan County
Public Works
NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS
2023 — SOIL STABILIZER
Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR 2023 — Soil Stabilizer”, will be received by Okanogan County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the Grainger Administrative Building, 123 5th Avenue N, Room 150, Okanogan, WA, 98840, until 11:00 A.M. February 21, 2023 at which time they will be opened and publicly read.
Plans, specifications and bid documents may be obtained from the Public Works Department at no charge. Informational copies of the plans, specifications and bid documents are on file for inspection at the Okanogan County Public Works Building, 1234-A 2nd Ave. S., Okanogan, WA 98840. Phone (509) 422-7300 or online at www.okanogancounty.org/pw/
The Board of County Commissioners of Okanogan County, Washington, reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The award of this contract, if made, will be to the lowest responsible bidder.
The improvement for which bids will be received follows:
2023 — Soil Stabilizer
This contract provides for the placement of 946 Tons of Liquid Magnesium Chloride (30%) on selected county roads in Okanogan County, WA all in accordance with the Contract Plans, Contract Provisions and the Standard Specifications.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 1, 8, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 2, 9, 2023. OVG970773
Public Notice
Seeking Resumes &
Letters of Interest
Okanogan County Planning Commission
Notice is hereby given, that the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners is seeking resumes and letters of interest from qualified people interested in serving on the Okanogan County Planning Commission, which is a 7-member committee authorized by RCW 36.70.
The positions we are seeking to fill are: 1-At-Large position and 1 Representative for County Commissioner District #2. The applicant for this position must live within County Commissioner District #2 i.e. Malott, Brewster, Pateros, Carlton, Twisp, Mazama or Winthrop areas.
Planning Commissions advise and provide recommendations to the planning department and local governing body for consideration; prepares and revises the county’s comprehensive plan and local land use regulations like zoning and subdivision codes for local government consideration; and reviews development proposals. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of every month.
Resumes and letters of interest may be hand delivered or mailed to Okanogan County Commissioners’ Office 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840. Letters with resumes must be received by February 17, 2023 in order to be considered.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 15, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 9, 16, 2023. OVG970891
PUBLIC NOTICE
OKANOGAN COUNTY
SMALL WORKS ROSTER
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Okanogan County invites contractors interested in doing business with Okanogan County to apply to be included on the Small Works Roster (SWR). The SWR is used for public works projects under Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($350,000) as provided for in RCW 39.04.155. Interested Contractors must contact Okanogan County Department of Public Works either at 1234 A Second Avenue South, Okanogan, WA 98840, by phone at 509-422-7333, by email at sstidman@co.okanogan.wa.us. The SWR is used in the letting of contracts for such projects as repairs, improvements, remodeling and other public works projects in and around County owned buildings and facilities and for County road construction and maintenance projects. SWR work may involve Federal-Aid projects.
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 (800) 833-6388.
The County of Okanogan, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.
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Contractors and other service providers who wish to be included on the SWR must be a Washington State licensed and bonded Contractor and agree to comply with Washington State Prevailing Wage Law as specified in RCW 39.12. Prevailing Wage Law requires that a Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wages and an Affidavit of Wages Paid must be submitted by all Contractors and Sub-contractors that perform any work, that is defined as a “Public Work” according to RCW 39.04.010. The County may, upon request, require the Contractor or Sub-contractors to submit certified payrolls.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 15, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 9, 16, 2023. OVG970896
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 and will be held in person and via ZOOM, in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. Those wishing to attend may do so in person or via the following Join Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81624156174 Meeting ID: 816 2415 6174 or Telephone Audio only: +1 253 215 8782 Meeting ID: 816 2415 6174
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation. The funds are within the Title III Fund 137 Beginning and Ending Fund Balances and will be used for Fire Wise Program in the amount of $39,710.
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 February 8, 15, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 9, 16, 2023. OVG971111
REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS FOR
On-Call Architectural
Services Contract
This is a solicitation for Consultants to submit their Qualification Statements for Architectural services. The selected Consultant will enter into a two-year (2023-2025) on call contract with Okanogan County. Qualification Statements will be received by the Okanogan County Commissioners’ office at 123 Fifth Avenue North, Okanogan, WA 98840, until 1:30 pm, March 7, 2023. Questions concerning this RFQ may be directed to County Commissioner Andy Hover at 509-669-1606 or by email at andy.hover@co.okanogan.wa.us.
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 Lanie Johns at ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us or by calling (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 Consultant(s) selected for On-Call Architectural Services shall be responsible for Architectural work that may be required by the County over the duration of the contract term. Work may include but is not limited to the following:
• New building construction
• Existing building remodels, additions, maintenance or repair
• Utility Work
All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable building codes and federal, state, and local laws.
Consultants may electronically submit SOQ’s via email to ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us. Electronic submittals shall be in pdf format, cannot be larger than 8mb, nor more than 12 single sided 8.5” x 11” pages, and each consultant is responsible to ensure the submittal is received by the County. Consultants may submit on (1) paper copy of their SOQ, not to exceed 12 single sided 8.5”x 11” pages each, to Okanogan County Commissioners Office Attn: Lanie Johns at the address noted above.
Each Firm’s Qualifications Statement will be evaluated and scored on the following categories:
• Firm and staff experience and architectural capabilities (15pts)
• Approach to project types (new, remodel, repair, additions) (15pts)
• Availability (15pts)
• Cost effectiveness of services and projects (15pts)
• Ability to effectively respond to Okanogan County (15)
• Familiarity with Okanogan County facilities and needs (5pts)
• Familiarity with Government Projects (15pts)
• Experience identifying & managing grants (5pts)
Selection of a Consultant will be based on the highest average SOQ and Interview score. The County may interview up to the top 3 candidates based on their total SOQ scores, if deemed necessary.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 9, 2023. OVG971195
REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS FOR
On-call Engineering Services
Qualification Statements for 2023 On-Call Engineering Consulting Services will be received by Okanogan County Commissioners Office at 123 Fifth Ave, N., Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840, until 1:45 pm, March 7, 2023. Questions concerning this solicitation may be directed to the Commissioner Andy Hover at 509-669-1606 or by email at andy.hover@co.okanogan.wa.us. Electronic and/or facsimile submittals will not be accepted.
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 Lanie Johns at ljohns@co.okanogan.wa.us or by calling (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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This is a solicitation for Consultants to submit Statements of Qualifications for County Building Engineering services for the Okanogan County Commissioners. Work may include special inspections and consultations, design of structure repairs or improvements, and other structural engineering tasks in an on-call capacity through the end of 2023.
The Consultant(s) selected for On-Call Engineering Services shall be responsible for Engineering work that may be required by the County over the duration of the contract term. Work may include but is not limited to the following:
• New building construction
• Existing building remodels, additions, maintenance or repair
All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable building codes and federal, state, and local laws.
Consultants shall submit one (1) copy of their Statements of Qualifications. The Statement of Qualifications shall have no more than twelve (12) single sided 8 1/2” X 11” pages, including resumes and plan examples.
Each Firm’s Qualifications Statement will be evaluated and scored on the following categories:
o Experience and expertise with similar scopes of work for local agencies (20pts)
o Familiarity with Public Buildings (20pts)
o Efficiency and cost savings measures (20pts)
o Availability and proximity to perform work (20pts)
o Examples of projects worked on (20pts)
Selection of a Consultant will be based on the highest average SOQ and Interview score. The County may interview up to the top 3 candidates based on their total SOQ scores, if deemed necessary.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 9, 2023. OVG971200
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 and will be held in person and via ZOOM, in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. Those wishing to attend may do so in person or via the following Join Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81624156174 Meeting ID: 816 2415 6174 or Telephone Audio only: +1 253 215 8782 Meeting ID: 816 2415 6174
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation. The funds are from the Lodging Tax Fund 126 Beginning Fund Balance and will be used for Professional Services-Advertising, Professional Services-Capital Expenditures and Ending Fund Balance in the amount of $183,179.
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 February 8, 15, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 9, 16, 2023. OVG971206
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING
CHEWUCH CANAL COMPANY
PO Box 234
Winthrop, WA. 98862
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the annual meeting of the stockholders of The Chewuch Canal Company will be held on Saturday, February 25th, 2023 at 1:00 pm downstairs in The Winthrop Barn.
On the agenda will be general business and election of directors. A vote will be held on piping the ditch above Pearrygin Lake
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOUR STOCK BE REPRESENTED IN PERSON OR BY PROXY.
Respectfully,
Roger Rowatt
Bookkeeper/President
509-699-8141
Dated at Winthrop this 31st day of January, 2023
Published in the Methow Valley News February 1, 8, 2023
In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for the County of Okanogan
In re the Estate of:
Donald Claude Frazier
Cause Number 23-4-00004-24
Please take notice:
The Above Court has appointed Codi Jane Frazier Marchand as Personal Representative of Decedent’s Estate. Any Person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the Claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.
Date of First Publication of this Notice:
/s/Alexandria A. Burgett, Attorney for Codi Jane Frazier Marchand, Personal Representative.
MILLER & CHASE, PLLC
PO BOX 978
OKANOGAN, WA 98840
509.861.0815 (P)
509.557.6280 (F)
Published in the Methow Valley News February 1, 8, 15, 2023
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Special Meeting — Council Retreat
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Twisp Town Council will be conducting a Council Retreat on Friday, February 10th, 2023, at 12 p.m., and Saturday February 11th, 2023, at 9 a.m. The Retreat will take place at the Methow Room, Sun Mountain Lodge, 604 Patterson Lake Rd, Winthrop, WA 98862. The retreat is considered a special meeting pursuant to RCW 42.30.080 and, therefore notice must be provided under its provisions.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Twisp Town Council will hold a Regular Town Council Meeting as scheduled on Tuesday February 28th, 2023, commencing at approximately 5:30 p.m. at Twisp Town Hall.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the agenda will be posted 24 hours in advance of the
above meeting at Twisp Town Hall and on the Town of Twisp website at www.townoftwisp.com. For further information contact Town Clerk Randy Kilmer at
509-997-4081
Dated this 8th day of February 2023.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 2023
In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for the County of Okanogan
In re the Estate of:
Eugene Frank Townsend
Cause Number 23-4-00018-24
Please take notice:
The Above Court has appointed Donald Townsend as Personal Representative of Decedent’s Estate. Any Person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the Claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.
Date of First Publication of this Notice: February 8, 2023
/s/Alexandria A. Burgett, Attorney for Donald Townsend, Personal Representative.
MILLER & CHASE, PLLC
PO BOX 978
OKANOGAN, WA 98840
509.861.0815 (P)
509.557.6280 (F)
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 15, 22, 2023
In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for the County of Okanogan
In re the Estate of:
Cleo Brown
Cause Number 23-4-00024-24
Please take notice:
The Above Court has appointed Kristi Fagerness as Personal Representative of Decedent’s Estate. Any Person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the Claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.
Date of First Publication of this Notice: February 8, 2023
/s/Alexandria A. Burgett, Attorney for Kristi Fagerness, Personal Representative.
MILLER & CHASE, PLLC
PO BOX 978
OKANOGAN, WA 98840
509.861.0815 (P)
509.557.6280 (F)
Published in the Methow Valley News February 8, 15, 22, 2023
