SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF OKANOGAN
TAMANTHA ANDERSON, an individual, and
BRIAN K. ANDERSON, an individual,
Plaintiffs,
v.
UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JEANIE D. GUILLION, deceased, and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN,
Defendants.
No. 26-2-00211-24
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JEANIE D. GUILLION, deceased, and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT:
You are hereby summoned to appear and defend the above-entitled action and answer the Complaint of the Plaintiffs, and serve a copy of your Answer upon the undersigned attorney for Plaintiffs within sixty (60) days after the date of first publication of this Summons, exclusive of the day of first publication. If you fail to do so, judgment will be entered against you according to the demand of the Complaint.
This action is a Quiet Title action concerning real property commonly known as 402 2nd Avenue North, Okanogan, Washington 98840.
The Complaint seeks a judgment quieting title to the property in favor of Plaintiffs and barring any adverse claims of Defendants.
DATED this 13th day of October, 2026.
KEN MILLER & ASSOCIATES, PLLC
By: /s/
Blake P. Chesledon, WSBA #62568
Attorney for Plaintiffs
Address for Service:
Ken Miller & Associates, PLLC
PO Box 978
105 2nd Ave. North, Suite 201
Okanogan, WA 98840
Telephone: (509) 861-0815
Email: service@kmapllc.com
Published in the Methow Valley News, October 21, 28; November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026
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 open record hearing on the following item:
Ordinance 844 – Six-Month Planned Development Moratorium
Pursuant to RCW 35.63.200 and RCW 36.70A.390, the Town Council shall hold a public hearing at a Town Council meeting within 60 days of adoption of this ordinance in order to take public testimony and to consider adopting further findings of fact. As provided in RCW 35.63.200 and RCW 36.70A.390, the Town Council hereby sets a public hearing for November 10, 2026, which shall begin at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the business of the Town Council shall permit, in order to take public testimony and consider adopting further findings justifying the imposition of the moratorium. Remote access to the meeting will also be made available, and a link to the meeting will be posted on the Town’s website in advance. Questions about the process or advanced access to documents can be directed to Randy Kilmer, Clerk/Treasurer at 509-997-4081.
Published in the Methow Valley News, October 28; November 4, 2026
TOWN OF WINTHROP
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 2027 preliminary budget for the Town of Winthrop has been filed with the Town Clerk. Preliminary hearing is set for November 12, 2026 at 5:00 pm in the Hen House and via Zoom meeting #831 2435 6895. Draft Budget will be available on November 20, 2026. Final public hearing on said budget will be held on December 2, 2026 at 6:05 pm in the Hen House and via Zoom meeting #829 6010 9479.
All interested persons may appear and be heard at said time and place. Written comments must be received by the time of hearing in order to be considered. All persons requiring assistance in accessing the Winthrop Barn are requested to contact Town Hall at 509-996-2320 at least one day prior to the hearing.
Done this 20th day of October, 2026.
Michelle Gaines, Clerk/Treasurer
Published in the Methow Valley News, November 4, 2026
TOWN OF TWISP
Notice of Public Hearing
TwispWorks Planned Development
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the TwispWorks Foundation has requested the Town of Twisp to continue the open record public hearing regarding the TwispWorks Preliminary Planned Development. The Planned Development application seeks to update and resolve TwispWorks zoning status with the Town of Twisp. Throughout the PD application documents, the “TwispWorks Campus Plan” (completed in December of 2025) is used as a reference for envisioning the next ten years of development on the campus and improved integration with the surrounding neighborhoods.
Persons wishing to view project information may contact Twisp Town Hall, 118 S Glover Street, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Written comments must be submitted to the Town of Twisp, P.O. Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856, or by email (townplanner@townoftwisp.com), no later than 5:00 PM, Wednesday November 18, 2026, with verbal comments accepted at the Planning Commission Hearing in person or online. The continuation of the Open Record Public Hearing is set for 5:00 PM, Wednesday November 18, 2026 at the Twisp Town Hall, 118 S Glover Street, Twisp, WA 98856.
For further information, check the Town of Twisp website or contact Thom Vetter, Town Planner at (509) 997-4081.
Published in the Methow Valley News, November 4, 11, 2026
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
2027 BUDGET, REVENUE SOURCES, AND PROPERTY TAX LEVY
OROVILLE RURAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners, acting as the governing body of the Oroville Rural Emergency Medical Service District, will hold a public hearing on the District’s proposed 2027 budget, revenue sources, and regular property tax levy for collection in 2027, including consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues. Following the public hearing, the Board may consider adoption of the District’s 2027 budget, setting the regular property tax levy, and certifying the levy to the Okanogan County Assessor.
The Public Hearing will be held on Monday, November 09, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the County Commissioners Hearing Room, 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, WA 98840, for the purpose of receiving public testimony regarding the District’s proposed 2027 budget, revenue sources, and property tax levy. The District’s budget is primarily funded by taxes and charges and reflects the provision of ongoing emergency medical services.
Persons wishing to comment on the District’s proposed 2027 budget may do so by attending the public hearing, by submitting comments via email to smcclellan@okanogancounty.gov, or by mail to Okanogan County Commissioners, 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840.
Published in the Methow Valley News, October 28; November 4, 2026 MVN0146
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
2027 BUDGET, REVENUE SOURCES, AND PROPERTY TAX LEVY
TONASKET EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners, acting as the governing body of the Tonasket Emergency Medical Service District, will hold a public hearing on the District’s proposed 2027 budget, revenue sources, and regular property tax levy for collection in 2027, including consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues. Following the public hearing, the Board may consider adoption of the District’s 2027 budget, setting the regular property tax levy, and certifying the levy to the Okanogan County Assessor.
The Public Hearing will be held on Monday, November 09, 2026, at 1:45 p.m. in the County Commissioners Hearing Room, 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, WA 98840, for the purpose of receiving public testimony regarding the District’s proposed 2027 budget, revenue sources, and property tax levy. The District’s budget is primarily funded by taxes and charges and reflects the provision of ongoing emergency medical services.
Persons wishing to comment on the District’s proposed 2027 budget may do so by attending the public hearing, by submitting comments via email to smcclellan@okanogancounty.gov, or by mail to Okanogan County Commissioners, 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840.
Published in the Methow Valley News, October 28; November 4, 2026 MVN0147
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 9:55 a.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room to consider a supplemental appropriation within the 172 LATC Fund.
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $482,319. The supplemental appropriation is necessary to provide expenditure authority for additional capital projects, including improvements at the Okanogan County Jail and the Morgue Storage Project. The appropriation is proposed as follows:
• Capital Expense – General Services: $70,653
• Capital Expense – Law Enforcement: $28,956
• Capital Expense – Jail: $382,710
Funding will be provided through the use of available fund balance within the 172 LATC Fund.
The hearing will be held in person or 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 and be recognized for comment or submit comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840, or by email to smcclellan@okanogancounty.gov. Written comments must include the commenter’s name for the public record. For remote comment, please join remotely by clicking the Join Now link on the Commissioners’ agenda located at www.okanogancounty.gov. Individuals providing comment either in person or remotely will be asked to state their name for the record before commenting.
Published in the Methow Valley News, October 28; November 4, 2026 MVN0148
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Okanogan County Central Landfill, Ellisforde Transfer Station, Bridgeport Transfer Station, & Twisp Transfer Station will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in observance of Veteran’s Day. All locations will resume regular schedules on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Published in the Methow Valley News, October 28; November 4, 2026 MVN0149
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
OKANOGAN COUNTY 2027 PROPERTY TAX REVENUES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing is scheduled, in accordance with RCW 84.55.120, on the revenue sources for Okanogan County’s 2027 Current Expense, Road Fund, and Miscellaneous revenue budgets.
The Public Hearing will be held on Monday, November 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. for the purpose of receiving public testimony regarding the County’s 2027 Current Expense, Public Works Road Fund, and Miscellaneous revenue budgets, including consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues.
The County’s Current Expense, Road Fund, and Miscellaneous budgets are primarily funded by taxes and charges and reflect the provision of ongoing services.
The Public Hearing will be held in the County Commissioners Hearing Room, 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, WA 98840.
To request a copy of the County’s 2027 Preliminary Budget, contact the Clerk of the Board by email at smcclellan@okanogancounty.gov, by telephone at (509) 422-7216, or by mail at Okanogan County Commissioners Office, 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840. Public comments may also be provided at the hearing.
Published in the Methow Valley News, November 4, 11, 2026 MVN0151
Public Hearing Notice
Budget Supplemental Appropriation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 9:55 a.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room to consider a supplemental appropriation within the 130 WSU Extension Fund.
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $200.00. The supplemental appropriation is necessary to provide expenditure authority for the purchase of additional Pesticide Study Guides to assist members of the community. Funding for the supplemental appropriation will be provided through the use of Unreserved Ending Fund Balance within the 130 WSU Extension Fund.
The hearing will be held in person or 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 and be recognized for comment or submit comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Room 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840, or by email to smcclellan@okanogancounty.gov. Written comments must include the commenter’s name for the public record. For remote comment, please join remotely by clicking the Join Now link on the Commissioners’ agenda located at www.okanogancounty.gov. Individuals providing comment either in person or remotely will be asked to state their name for the record before commenting.
Published in the Methow Valley News, November 4, 11, 2026 MVN0152
Notice of Decision on Summary Judgement and Cancelation of Public Hearing
CUP 2023-9 Lloyd Logging Gravel Pit Expansion
The Okanogan County Hearing Examiner reviewed a Prehearing Dispositive Motion for Summary Judgement on CUP 2023-9 Lloyd Logging Gravel Pit Expansion.
The Okanogan County Hearings Examiner DENIES the above-noted conditional use permit application and dismisses as moot both SEPA appeals. Parties with standing may appeal this decision pursuant to RCW 36.70 C.
Due to the Summary Judgement determination the December 10, 2026 hearing date has been canceled.
Information regarding this decision may be obtained from: Okanogan County Planning & Development, Pamela Wyllson, Planner II at 123 5th Ave N Suite 130, Okanogan WA 98840 or pwyllson@okanogancounty.gov
Published in the Methow Valley News, November 4, 2026 MVN0153
Okanogan County
Notice of Final Decision
Exempt Segregation with Boundary line Adjustment: (parcel 3728031001)
Proponent: Jeffrey & Cora Ward
Decision: Approved
Parcel Consolidation: (parcels 4140000300 & 4140000400)
Proponent: Candice & Jayson Wahls
Decision: Approved
Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcels 3727210069, 3727210068 & 3727223003)
Proponent: Alice Attwood
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 $2,622.00 appeal fee. Appeals are heard in front of the hearing examiner.
Published in the Methow Valley News, November 4, 2026 MVN0154
