Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 10:50 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25, 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/85632551430 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430 Or Join Zoom Audio Only +1 253 205 0468 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation for Lower Goat Creek Bridge replacement costs. The funds would be either from Current Expense Contingency Reserve or American Rescue Plan Act funds (ARPA) supplementing Public Works Parks & Rec fund in the amount of $85,000.
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 July 12, 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 13, 20, 2023. OVG980288
Tawlks-Foster Bridge Repair
Project, SEPA 2023-9
Threshold SEPA Determination
Project Summary
The proposal is to repair the foundation of an existing suspension bridge over the Methow River. The abutment on the southwest bank has eroded to unsafe levels. In 2022 the Yakama Nation facilitated the placing of woody debris in the river for protection and fish habitat. Okanogan County Public Works proposes to place geotextile fabric, crushed base course, quarry spalls and light loose riprap over and around the abutment at a 2:1 slope to protect the abutment from further erosion.
Project Location:
The project will take place on the southwest bank of the Methow River within T. 36N, R20E, S 35, & T35N, R20E, S 5.
Comments must be submitted in writing to the Okanogan County Office of Planning & Development, 123 5th Ave N Ste. 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, no later than August 3, 2023. 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 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. The date of publication in Okanogan County’s legal periodical of record is April 27, 2023.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 2023. OVG980700
Rasmussen SP 2023-8
Notice of Application and
SEPA Exemption
An application for a short subdivision has been submitted by NCW Land Surveying, LLC on behalf of Jimmie Rasmussen to divide approximately 34.83 acres into 3 lots. Proposed Lot 1 has an existing residence served by an existing permit exempt well and an individual on site-septic system. Proposed Lot 2, has an existing permit exempt well and proposes an on-site septic system. Proposed Lot 3 will be agriculture only, no water, or septic and will not be built on. The property is identified by parcel #s3326050072 located just north of the City limits of Okanogan, at 7 Glover Lane.
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 August 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 July 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 2023. OVG980702
Notice of Final Decision
WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
SE 2023-5
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Okanogan County has issued a Shoreline Exemption to Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to install a rotary smolt in the Methow River.
The Washington State Dept. of Fish and Wildlife proposes to install and operate a rotary smolt trap in the Methow River. a rotary smolt trap is a floating device that captures juvenile salmonids as the emigrate downstream, thereby allowing researchers to estimate population and abundance trends for salmon and steelhead. The trap would be placed into the river between late February and early December annually, depending on environmental conditions such as ice cover and river flow.
The project is located on the Methow River, parcel number 3122270019 Township 31 North, Range 22 E.W.M. in Section 27, approximately 3 miles northerly of Methow, WA.
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.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 2023. OVG980705
Notice of Final Decision
WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
SE 2023-4
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Okanogan County has issued a Shoreline Exemption to Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to install a rotary smolt in the Twisp River.
The Washington State Dept. of Fish and Wildlife proposes to install and operate a rotary smolt trap in the Twisp River. a rotary smolt trap is a floating device that captures juvenile salmonids as the emigrate downstream, thereby allowing researchers to estimate population and abundance trends for salmon and steelhead. The trap would be placed into the river between late February and early December annually, depending on environmental conditions such as ice cover and river flow.
The project is located on the Twisp River, parcel number 3322070186 Township 33 North, Range 22 E.W.M. in Section 07, near Twisp, WA.
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.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 2023. OVG980706
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, August 1, 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/85632551430 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430 Or Join Zoom Audio Only +1 253 205 0468 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation for Noxious Weed Uniforms and Grant funded Professional Services. The funds are from the Unreserved Ending Fund Balance and WA St. DNR contracted service revenue in the amount of $41,500.
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 July 19, 26, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 27, 2023. OVG980715
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 1:35 p.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 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/85632551430 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430 Or Join Zoom Audio Only +1 253 205 0468 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Current Expense Sheriff’s budget. The funds are from the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA) Grant revenue in the amount of $15,576 and will be used for Operating Supplies and Small Tools Minor Equipment.
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 July 19, 26, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 27, 2023. OVG980716
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 1:40 p.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 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/85632551430 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430 Or Join Zoom Audio Only +1 253 205 0468 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Emergency Management Fund 121. Funds are from the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) revenue in the amount of $14,205. Funds will be used for Small Tools/Minor Equipment and Ending Fund Balance.
The hearing will be held remotely or in person 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 July 19, 26, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 27, 2023. OVG980717
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 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/85632551430 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430 Or Join Zoom Audio Only +1 253 205 0468 Meeting ID: 856 3255 1430
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Current Expense fund and Elections. Funds are from the Election Costs and Voter Registration Costs in the amount of $59,000. Funds will be used for Capital Outlay for upgrades to the election system.
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 July 19, 26, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 27, 2023. OVG980757
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 322210182 & 3222210228)
Proponent: Michael Heimann and Stephen Kreider & Sandra Mathisen
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 July 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 2023. OVG980711
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Project: Annual renewal CUP 2016-2 No Paws Left Behind
Decision: Renewed
Project: Annual renewal CUP 2019-2 Carpenter Gravel Pit
Decision: Renewed
The Okanogan County Hearing Examiner renewed the above-noted projects. Parties with standing may appeal this decision pursuant to RCW 36.70 C.
Information regarding this decision may be obtained from: Pamela Wyllson, Planner II at 123 5th Ave N Suite 130, Okanogan WA 98840 or pwyllson@co.okanogan.wa.us
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune July 20, 2023. OVG980712
METHOW VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 350
OKANOGAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF MEETING TO ADOPT 2023-2024 BUDGET AND CONDUCT PUBLIC
HEARING
NOTICE is hereby given, pursuant to RCW 28A.505.050 and RCW 28A.505.060, that the
Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Methow School District No. 350, Okanogan, County,
Washington (the “District”) will hold a regular meeting on July 27, 2023, commencing at 5:30
PM in the district office, located at 18 Twin Lakes Rd., Winthrop, Washington. The meeting is
called for the purpose of fixing and adopting the budget of the District for the ensuing 2023-2024
fiscal year. Prior to adoption of the 2023-2024 budget, the Board will hold a hearing for the
purpose of receiving comments from the public on the 2023-2024 budget. Any person may
appear at the hearing and be heard for or against any part of the 2023-2024 budget, the four year
budget plan, or any proposed changes to uses of enrichment funding under RCW 28A.505.240
(a/k/a Educational Programs and Operation Levy). Upon conclusion of the hearing, the Board
shall fix and determine the appropriation from each fund contained in the 2023-2024 budget and
shall, by resolution, adopt the 2023-2024 budget, the four year budget plan summary, and the
four-year enrollment projection. 2023-2024 budget information is available on the District
website methow.org or may be obtained by contacting the district office at 509-996-9205.
METHOW VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 350
OKANOGAN COUNTY, WASHINGTON
/s/ Tom Venable
Superintendent and Secretary to the Board of Directors
Published in Methow Valley News July 12, 19, 26, 2023
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY that the Town of Twisp Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Shoreline Master Program update, which includes amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Chapter 16.15 TMC at 5:00 pm on July 26, 2023 in the Twisp Civic Building. The purpose of the hearing is to consider public comments on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Chapter 16.15 TMC as required by Department of Ecology. Copies of the documents are available for review on the Town’s website – townoftwisp.com.
The hearing will include a review of the proposed amendments and update requirements. All persons requiring assistance in accessing Town Hall or need other assistance are requested to contact Town Hall at (509) 997-4081 prior to the hearing.
Published in Methow Valley News July 12, 19, 2023
Notice of Primary Election
Okanogan County, State of Washington
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
A Primary Election will be held in the below mentioned districts for the purpose of submitting to the voters for their approval or rejection the following.
Douglas-Okanogan County Hospital District No. 1- Proposition No. 1
Okanogan County Fire District No. 6- Proposition No. 1
Town of Twisp- Proposition No. 1
Curlew School District No. 50- Director District No. 5
Bridgeport School District No. 75-Director District No. 3 (at large)
Methow Valley School District No. 350-Director District No. 5 (at large)
Oroville School District No. 410-Director District No. 5 (at large)
The registration deadline for online registrations, mail-in registrations and transfers is July 14, 2023.Any qualified elector who is not registered to vote in the State of Washington may register to vote in person at the Auditor’s Office up to and including August 1, 2023.
You can register or obtain registration forms at the Auditor’s Office, on line at www.votewa.gov, and Department of Licensing.
The Okanogan County Auditor’s Office, 149 3rd Ave N, Room 104, at the County Courthouse, will be open so voters may obtain replacement ballots, drop off voted ballots, obtain provisional ballots, and use the Accessible Voting Units, at the following times.
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM July 24th- July 31st, 2023
On Election Day only, August 1, 2023, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Drop box locations around the county for this election.
Oroville- Oroville Police Station/ 1105 Main St.
Twisp – City Hall/118 S Glover St, Twisp
Pateros -180 Pateros Mall in parking lot, Pateros
Okanogan- Auditor’s office/139 4th Ave N Room 104
Drop boxes will close at 8:00PM on Election Day
Voters needing additional information or assistance with voter registration forms or voting may call (509) 422-7240. Voters unable to use the mail-in ballot may use the Accessible Voting Unit available at the County Auditor’s Office.
Ballots require no postage and must be postmarked by the day of the election. Check with your local Post Office for deadlines to have your ballot postmarked properly.
For additional information on the election or regarding voter registration.
votewa.gov/okanogan
Local newspaper, radio, and TV
www.pdc.wa.gov
Meetings of the Okanogan County Canvassing Board are open, public meetings and shall be continued until the activities for which the following meetings are held have been completed. Canvass Board meetings are held in the Okanogan County Auditor’s Office, 149 3rd Ave N, Room 104, at the County Courthouse, in Okanogan.
Wednesday, August 9th, 2023 and Friday, August 11th, 2023 at 11:00 AM to determine the status of any provisional or challenged ballots
Tuesday, August 15th, 2023 at 2:00 PM to canvass the votes cast and certify the election
This notice is in accordance with RCW 29A.52.
Dated at Okanogan, Washington this 5th day of July, 2023.
Cari Hall, Okanogan County Auditor and Ex-Officio Supervisor of Elections
Jamie Groomes, Chief Deputy/Elections Administrator
Published in Methow Valley News July 12, 19, 2023
Legal Ad – Midterm Vacant Supervisor Position
The Okanogan Conservation District Board of Supervisors are authorized under RCW 89.08 to fill vacant elected positions. Albert Roberts, District Auditor, passed away on April 9, 2023. The Okanogan Conservation District Board of Supervisors does hereby resolve the following:
The Board of Supervisors position previously held by Albert Roberts is hereby deemed vacant effective immediately.
The vacant position will be open for applications beginning at 8:00 AM on July 20, 2023, and running continuously until 4:00 PM on August 18, 2023. Interested persons shall be required to submit to the District Elections Officer a letter of interest as well as a completed Form PF-A that is available from the district office or the Washington State Conservation Commission. Please contact the Okanogan Conservation District Election Officer, Becky Drenner, at (509) 429-3418 or emailing at becky@okanogancd.org. Candidates must be registered voters residing within the boundaries of the Conservation District and may be required to own land or operate a farm.
A conservation district supervisor sets policy and direction for the conservation district. A conservation district supervisor is a public official who serves without compensation.
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 Board of Supervisors may take action to appoint an applicant starting with the September 5, 2023, regular monthly board meeting. The time to be served in the vacant position is approximately 9 months.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 12, 19, 2023
LEGAL NOTICE
NEGOTIATION OF STATE LEASES WITH EXISTING LESSEES BETWEEN SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER 2023 EXPIRES: DECEMBER 2023
10-C69478-GRAZING-SE1/4NW1/4, W1/2SW1/4, SE1/4SW1/4, SW1/4SE1/4, Sec 4, Twp 33N, Rge 22E, W.M.
Written request to lease must be received by August 21, 2023, at Department of Natural Resources, 225 S Silke Rd, Colville, Washington 99114-9369. Each request to lease must include the lease number, the name, address and phone number of applicant, and must contain a certified check or money order payable to the Department of Natural Resources for the amount of any bonus bid plus a $100.00 deposit. The envelope must be marked “Sealed Bid” and give lease number, expiration date of lease applied for and give applicant’s name. The applicant must be prepared to purchase improvements that belong to the current lessee. Persons wishing to bid to lease any of these properties can obtain more details, bid packet, and qualification requirements by contacting the Colville office or calling (509) 684-7474.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023
TOWN OF WINTHROP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
SHORELINE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
WIN SCUP 23-1
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Town of Winthrop, PO Box 459, Winthrop, WA 98862 has submitted application for a Shoreline Conditional Use Permit for redevelopment of a portion of Mack Lloyd Park to restore riparian function to roughly 150’ of riverbank and develop a hand launch recreational water access. Project work includes maintenance of the existing gravel parking lot, replacement/installation of a gently sloped access path (gravel and precast concrete panels) to the river, stabilization of the eroding riverbank through restoration plantings, and upgrading restroom facilities.
The project is within the shoreline area of the Methow River, within the urban/high intensity shoreline designation. No structures will be placed, nor will work occur below the ordinary high-water mark (OHWM). Restoration and recreational water access will extend into the conservancy designation in the first 50’ landward of OHWM. All other project elements will occur in the medium-intensity designation. The project is located on parcel 3421030010 at 51 N Hwy 20, in the Town of Winthrop.
The Town Council will hold an open record public hearing to consider the proposal on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 7:05 pm, Winthrop Barn (Hen House), 51 Hwy 20, Winthrop, WA. The hearing will be conducted in accord with Winthrop Municipal Code Chapter 19.10. Any person desiring to present written or oral testimony may do so at the hearing. All persons or agencies who commented previously or present testimony shall have standing as a party of record.
Information Available: A JARPA form, SEPA determination and other application materials are on file at Winthrop Town Hall, 206 Riverside Ave. Persons wishing to view project information or receive notice of the action taken on the application may contact Winthrop Town Hall between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday – Friday. For further information contact Rocklynn Culp at (509) 996-2320.
Comment: A 30-day comment period for this proposal concluded on June 23, 2023.
This notice is given pursuant to RCW 90.58.140, Winthrop Shoreline Master Program Chapter 7.09 & Winthrop Municipal Code Chapter 19.06.
DATED: July 14, 2023
Rocklynn Culp
Town Planner
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Adoption – Ordinance #802
AN ORDINANCE of the Town of Twisp, Washington, revising Chapter 2.25.030 of the Twisp Municipal Code to alter Planning Commission member structure. Dated this 11th day of July 2023.
Randy Kilmer, Clerk/Treasurer, Town of Twisp, Washington.
Published in the Methow Valley News July 19, 2023
