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.
Translation esta disponible a pedido. Por favor enviar un correo electronico a pw@co.okanogan.wa.us para solicitor este aviso en espanol.
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
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
2023 OCNWCB Community Meetings
The purpose of these meetings is to collect feedback from landowners and to ask if there are any changes or additional programs that the public would like to see offered in their area. 2/17 Oroville Grange 622 Fir St, Oroville, Pateros 5pm-7pm. 2/24
Okanogan Co Commissioners Hearing Room 5pm-7pm 123 5th Ave N, Okanogan. 3/7 Twisp Valley Grange 344 W 2nd Ave, Twisp 5pm-7pm. 3/8 Hope Lutheran Church 623 S Whitcomb Ave, Tonasket 5pm-7pm. 3/10 Pateros Brewster Community Resource Center 169 Pateros Mall Suite A, Pateros 5pm-7pm. 3/14 Okanogan Co Commissioners Hearing Room 123 5th Ave N, Okanogan 5pm-7pm. 3/17 Wauconda Hall 139 Toroda Creek Rd. 5pm-7pm. For more information about these meetings please contact the Noxious Weed Office at (509) 422-7165 or stop in and see us at the Noxious Weed Office located at 1234 S. 2nd Avenue, in Okanogan. Hours- M-F 8am-5pm.
Web- okanogancounty.org/government/noxiousweedcontrol
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 16, 2023. OVG971596
Millie’s Madness Short Plat
Alteration 2023-1
Application and
SEPA Exemption
An application for an alteration of an existing short subdivision has been submitted by Dalbir Bains, Oroville Farm, LLC to remove the “Agriculture Use Only” language on lot 3 of Millie’s Madness Short Plat 2003-1. Lot 3 will have domestic water provided by a permit exempt well and an on-site septic system. No new lots will be created. Access is off Roggow Rd approximately 4 miles northerly of the Town of Tonasket, WA, on tax parcel number 8850450400.
The Okanogan County SEPA Responsible Official issued a final SEPA determination identifying this project is exempt from SEPA review in accordance with WAC 197-11. The comment period for this project ends March 23, 2023 at 5pm. Comments must be submitted in writing. Direct questions and comments to: Charlene Schumacher, Senior Planner, Okanogan County Office of Planning & Development, 123 5th Ave. N, Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, (509) 422-7113 or by e-mail at cschumacher@co.okanogan.wa.us.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 16, 2023. OVG971595
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids for CRP No. 9114-07 Twisp River Road, Spokane Grade Overlay, 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, March 7, 2023 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://cms9.revize.com/revize/okanoganwa/bid_detail_T8_R10.php#B41 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 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.
Translation esta disponible a pedido. Por favor enviar un correo electronico a pw@co.okanogan.wa.us para solicitor este aviso en espanol. Non-constitue
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 Federally Funded project that provides for the improvement of Okanogan County Road No. 9114 Twisp River Road, from BMP 1.47 to EMP 2.25. This is an overlay project which will include applying pre-level and hot mix asphalt. This project will include raising the existing guardrail and replacing select posts, culvert extensions, miscellaneous shoulder work, minor roadway excavation for repair and transitions and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15, 22, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 16, 23, 2023. OVG971598
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental
Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 10:30 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 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 Current Expense Contingency Reserve and will be transferred to the Vehicle Reserve Fund 198 for Assessor Vehicle purchase in the amount of $41,200.
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 15, 22, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 16, 23, 2023. OVG971602
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental
Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 10:35 a.m. on Monday, February 27, 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 NW3C Federal Grant and will be appropriated to Small Tools/Minor Equipment in the amount of $35,034.
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 15, 22, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune February 16, 23, 2023. OVG971603
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
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
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 11:00:59 A.M. Pacific Time on March 9, 2023, and there publicly opened and read.
Susie Stephen’s Trail Crossing and Signage is a federally funded project that consists of constructing a paved walking path with crosswalk striping, permanent signing, rectangular rapid flashing beacon systems, illumination, ADA features, landscaping and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications. The project requires FHWA Buy America requirements.
The Town of Winthrop 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.
Plans, specifications, and bid documents are available for electronic download at www.questcdn.com. Insert the eBidDoc # 8397712 to download the digital documents for $22.00. 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 $50.00. Contract documents are on file for inspection at the Winthrop Town Hall.
A bid bond in the amount of 5% of the bid shall accompany all bids. All bids shall be marked “SEALED BID FOR Susie Stephen’s Trail Crossing and Signage”, 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. Time for completion of the work is limited to 25 working days. The engineer’s estimated range for this project is $50,000 to $100,000. No bidder may withdraw their 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 of Winthrop is an equal opportunity employer. Small, minority and women-owned businesses are encouraged to submit bids. All work performed on the project shall be subject to prevailing wage rates.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15, 22, 2023
Request for Qualifications
“For Professional Architectural Consulting Services to Prepare Alternatives Addressing Aging and Out of Date Restroom Facilities at the Winthrop Auditorium (the Barn).”
The entire RFQ can be obtained on the Town of Winthrop web site at townofwinthrop.com or by contacting Michelle Parsons, Stadium Manager at barn@townofwinthrop.com.
The deadline for submittals is Tuesday March 21, at 3:00 PM. The responses are to be addressed to the attention of the Winthrop Town Clerk, and hand delivered to the Custom Service Counter at Town Hall or by mail to:
Town Clerk
Town of Winthrop
206 Riverside Avenue
P.O. Box 459
Winthrop, WA 98862
Proposals are to be marked “Town of Winthrop Stadium Restroom Assessment.” Proposals submitted by any means other than mailing, courier or hand delivery will not be accepted. Proposals submitted after the deadline date and time will not be accepted.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15, 2023
Town of Twisp
Request for Statement of Qualifications
For Establishing a Consultant Roster
The Town of Twisp (pursuant to Chapter 61, Laws of 1981) requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) and performance information from firms interested in providing professional engineering and land surveying services for the 2023 year in conjunction with Town sponsored projects. Potential projects include improvements to the Town’s water and wastewater systems, street and storm drainage system, airport, pool, park and recreational facilities.
Professional services may include, but are not limited to planning, grant and loan application assistance, project cost estimating, surveying, environmental documentation, permit acquisition, and design and construction engineering. Additional information about possible anticipated projects may be obtained by emailing to: publicworks@townoftwisp.com.
Statements shall include 1) description of the firm, 2) a listing of the types of services the firm provides, 3) description of the consultant’s team including references, 4) descriptions of relevant project experience related to the facilities and services listed above, and 5) firm references.
Statements of qualifications will be reviewed, placed on file for the 2023 year and will be used as the source from which to select one or more qualified firms from whom a detailed proposal will be requested for any specific project. Projects may be totally or partially funded through the Washington State Community Development Block Grant program (with federal funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development), the Washington State Department of Health, Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, U. S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development, Environmental Protection Agency State, and Tribal Assistance Grant, Transportation Improvement Board, or Washington Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Administration funding programs. Cost plus percentage of construction cost contracts will not be allowed and a number of state and federal equal opportunity and affirmative action requirements will apply to the selection process and conduct of each project.
Minority- and women-owned firms are encouraged to submit statements of qualifications. The Town is an equal opportunity employer. Questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to the Town of Twisp at P.O. Box 278, 118 S. Glover St., Twisp, WA 98856.
The Town publishes this request in accordance with the requirements of RCW 39.80. Contracts with selected firms will be negotiated in accordance with RCW 39.80.
Two copies of the SOQ shall be submitted to the Town (received or postmarked) no later than 5:00 p.m., PST on March 2, 2023.
Interviews may or may not be conducted. The Town reserves the right to select the consultant based upon written qualifications only, or to advertise and retain other consultants on individual projects independent of the firm selected from this solicitation.
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15; March 1, 2023
TOWN OF TWISP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
SMALL WORKS ROSTER 2023
In accordance with RCW 39.04.155, the Town of Twisp maintains a Small Works Roster and is now accepting applications. Small works contracts are for public works projects with an estimated cost of construction and/or services not to exceed $200,000. The Town will accept proposals for jobs from all appropriate contractors who request to be on the list by submitting a completed application. Jobs include but are not limited to the following: building maintenance and construction, electrical, street and sidewalk construction and maintenance including snow clearing, sewer and water system work, equipment maintenance and fabrication, landscaping and excavation. A Small Works Roster application can be obtained from Town Hall (110 E. 2nd Ave), call 509-997-4081 or visit our website at www.townoftwisp.com
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15; March 1, 2023
PUBLIC HEARING
Okanogan County Cemetery District 2 (Beaver Creek Cemetery) will meet at the March Board Meeting March 14th, Tuesday at 6:15 pm via Zoom to discuss and consider an increase to the budget for calendar year 2022 by $3288.00. This amount was the unreserved ending cash balance 2021. Questions/comments can be sent to Okanogan County Cemetery District #2 at POB 1293, Twisp, WA 98856 or email beavercreek2009@gmail.com or 509-846-5231.
Deb Reynaud, secretary
Okanogan County Cemetery 2
Published in the Methow Valley News February 15, 22, 2023
