Legals October 31, 2019
CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-4395 Attorney for Petitioner MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION, OF A.C.S., Minor Child, CAUSE NO. DA-19-9 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION STATE OF MONTANA SENDS GREETINGS TO DILLON MICHAEL STILES: YOU, THE NATURAL FATHER, ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to respond to the Petition in this action which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your response and serve a copy thereof upon the Petitioner's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to respond, judgment will be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Petition. Further, failure to appear at the hearing of this matter constitutes a waiver of your interest in the custody of the child in this matter and will result in the court's termination of your rights to the child. Witness my hand and the seal of said Court, the 8th day of October, 2019. Lyn Fricker Clerk of the District Court (COURT SEAL) By: /s/ Mary Rensvold, Deputy Clerk /s/ Casey L. Emerson Casey L. Emerson, Attorney for Petitioner Published on October 24, 2019, October 31, 2019, and November 7, 2019. MNAXLP
DAYTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL UPPER WEST SHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT #33 IS ACCEPTING BIDS FOR SNOW REMOVAL AT THE DAYTON SCHOOL. SNOW REMOVAL MAYBE NEEDED ON A DAILY BASIS, BASED ON WEATHER CONDITIONS. FOR MORE DETAILS PLEASE CALL 406-270-3129 OR SUBMIT BIDS TO: DEB ANDERSON, DISTRICT CLERK, PO BOX 195, DAYTON, MONTANA 59914 OR TURN IN TO THE OFFICE AT THE SCHOOL BY 4:00 P.M. ON NOVEMBER 8, 2019 Published on October 31, 2019. MNAXLP
NOTICE TO CREDITORS. Probate No. DP-19-62 Estate of Jack Guns, Deceased MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mary Ann Jones has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Mary Ann Jones, the Personal Representative, c/o Joanne McCormack Law Office, PLLC, 1800 South Russell, Suite 300, Missoula, Montana 59801, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. Published on October 31, 2019, November 7, 2019, and November 14, 2019. MNAXLP
BLACKTAIL TV DISTRICT BOARD VACANCY The Lake County Commissioners are seeking a citizen volunteer to serve on the Blacktail TV District Board, which is composed of three members serving three year terms. The current position opening is for a Lake County resident residing within the BLacktail TV District boundaries. This term will last until December 31, 2020. If you are interested in this position, please send a letter of interest to the Lake County Commissioners Office at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860 by Monday November 25, 2019. Published on October 24, 2019, October 31, 2019, November 7, 2019, November 14, 2019. MNAXLP
The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Resolution of Intention to Adopt Lake County Drone Use Policy on Thursday November 21, 2019 at 1:30 pm for the purpose of taking public comment on the Resolution listed below. The policy is available in draft form at the Lake County Commissioners office. Resolution 19-30 Resolution of Intention to Adopt Lake County Drone Use Policy WHEREAS, the Board of Lake County Commissioners, pursuant to MCA 7-14-2101, the County has the power to act in relation to the concerns of the County; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the citizens of Lake County for the County to adopt a policy regarding use of unmanned aircraft systems, (UAS-Drones), and WHEREAS, the proposed County policy is consistent with the regulations set by the Federal Aviation Administration; and; WHEREAS, the policy referenced is attached to this Resolution of Intention; and, WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the purpose of taking public comment on Thursday November 21, 2019 at 1:30 pm. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hold the hearing and take comment and consider the same up to and after the hearing, in adopting a drone policy. Passed and adopted this 16th day of October, 2019 BOARD OF LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /s/ Gale Decker, Chairman /s/ Dave Stipe, Member /s/ William D. Barron, Member Attest: /s/ Paula A. Holle, Clerk & Recorder Published on October 31, 2019, and November 7, 2019. MNAXLP
NOTICE OF ELEMENTARY DISTRICT BOND ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Trustees (the "Board") of Elementary School District No. 23 (Polson), Lake County, Montana (the "Elementary District"), that pursuant to a certain resolution duly adopted at a meeting of the Board on September 9, 2019, a special election of the registered voters of the Elementary District will be held by mail ballot election on December 3, 2019 for the purpose of voting on the question of whether the Board may sell and issue general obligation school building bonds of the Elementary District in one or more series in the aggregate principal amount of up to Thirty Million Four Hundred Thirty-One Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($30,431,000.00) for the purpose of providing funds to pay the costs of designing, constructing, improving, renovating, equipping, and furnishing schools in the Elementary District to enhance learning environments and address safety and environmental concerns, to include: updating security systems at all schools in the Elementary District, to include surveillance cameras, alarm systems and building access controls; at Cherry Valley Elementary School, constructing a new gymnasium, dining commons, kitchen, pre-kindergarten area, second grade area, and music room; relocating and remodeling library/media center; remodeling science classroom space to include breakout areas, the vestibule to enhance security, and the mechanical room; replacing the fire suppression system and the roof; updating the heating system; upgrading electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems and building finishes to increase energy efficiency; removing asbestos; and performing related site work; at Linderman Elementary School, constructing new dining commons, restrooms, kitchen, hallways, fifth grade area, and music room; relocating and remodeling library/media center; remodeling science classroom space to include breakout areas, the vestibule to enhance security, and teachers' support spaces; replacing the fire suppression system; upgrading electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems and building finishes to increase energy efficiency; removing asbestos; and performing related site work; at Polson Middle School, constructing a new secure entry vestibule; remodeling the dining area, library, breakout areas, corridor and commons areas; replacing the fire suppression system; upgrading electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems and building finishes to increase energy efficiency; and performing related site work; related improvements and costs; and paying costs associated with the sale and issuance of the bonds. Each series of the bonds shall bear interest at a rate or rates to be determined at the time of sale and be payable semiannually during a term of not more than twenty-five (25) years. The election will be conducted by the County Election Administrator solely by mail ballot. Ballots will be mailed to all eligible registered voters in the Elementary District on November 13, 2019, and must be returned by each voter, by mail or in person to the County Election Administrator's Office, Room #121 of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860, during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), weekdays (exclusive of holidays), November 14, 2019 through December 2, 2019. On Election Day, December 3, 2019, the only place for deposit of voted ballots will be the office of the County Election Administrator's Office, Room #121 of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, Montana, which will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and all ballots must be in the County Elections Office by 8:00 p.m. in order to be counted. The County Election Administrator will begin tabulating ballots from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on December 2 and will continue such process on election day, December 3, 2019, in accordance with Montana law with the results, if known, expected to be released after 8:00 p.m. on that day. A qualified voter who will be absent from the Elementary District during the time the election is being conducted may: (a) vote in person in the office of the County Election Administrator as soon as the ballots are available and until noon on November 12, 2019; or (b) make a written request prior to noon on November 12, 2019, signed by the applicant and addressed to the office of the County Election Administrator requesting the ballot be mailed to an address other than that which appears on the registration records. All ballots to be mailed will be mailed no later than November 13, 2019. An elector may obtain a replacement ballot if his ballot is destroyed, spoiled, lost, or not received by the elector by filling out and mailing, emailing, or faxing back a completed replacement ballot request form or by personally appearing at the office of the County Election Administrator and by: (a) signing an affidavit form stating the reason for the request for replacement; and (b) if the reason given for replacement is "spoiled ballot," by returning the spoiled ballot to the office of the County Election Administrator. Ballots may be returned in person at the place of deposit listed above, or returned by mail. If returning by mail, please use the then-prevailing first-class-postage price or one Forever Stamp. Postmark date does not apply; ballots returned by mail must be received by the 8:00 p.m. Election Day deadline to be counted. Please note, all electors, as defined in MCA 20-20-301, are those who reside within the Elementary District and are registered to vote by the close of registration on November 4, 2019. For electors who miss the close of registration deadline, late registration is available through the office of the County Election Administrator beginning November 5, 2019 until noon on December 2, 2019, and will resume on Election Day, December 3, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. DATED this 17th day of September, 2019. /s/Katie Harding Lake County Election Administrator Published on October 31, 2019, November 7, 2019, and November 14, 2019. MNAXLP
NOTICE OF HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Trustees (the "Board") of High School District No. 23 (Polson), Lake County, Montana (the "High School District"), that pursuant to a certain resolution duly adopted at a meeting of the Board on September 9, 2019, a special election of the registered voters of the High School District will be held by mail ballot election on December 3, 2019 for the purpose of voting on the question of whether the Board may sell and issue general obligation school building bonds of the High School District in one or more series in the aggregate principal amount of up to Thirty Million Six Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($30,693,000.00) for the purpose of providing funds to pay the costs of designing, constructing, improving, renovating, equipping, and furnishing improvements to the Polson High School, to include constructing new science labs, classrooms, culinary arts room, music room, office area, enlarged commons area, shop space, a gymnasium that includes an alternative high school area and that is expected to be made available as a community events center when not used for school purposes, locker rooms, weight room, running track, and storage; remodeling the health center, cardio studio, and DECA store; updating security systems to include surveillance cameras, alarm system and building access controls; upgrading electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems and building finishes to increase energy efficiency; related site work, improvements and costs; and paying costs associated with the sale and issuance of the bonds. Each series of the bonds shall bear interest at a rate or rates to be determined at the time of sale and be payable semiannually during a term of not more than twenty-five (25) years. The election will be conducted by the County Election Administrator solely by mail ballot. Ballots will be mailed to all eligible registered voters in the High School District on November 13, 2019, and must be returned by each voter, by mail or in person to the County Election Administrator's Office, Room #121 of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860, during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), weekdays (exclusive of holidays), November 14, 2019 through December 2, 2019. On Election Day, December 3, 2019, the only place for deposit of voted ballots will be the office of the County Election Administrator's Office, Room #121 of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, Montana, which will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and all ballots must be in the County Elections Office by 8:00 p.m. in order to be counted. The County Election Administrator will begin tabulating ballots from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on December 2 and will continue such process on election day, December 3, 2019, in accordance with Montana law with the results, if known, expected to be released after 8:00 p.m. on that day. A qualified voter who will be absent from the High School District during the time the election is being conducted may: (a) vote in person in the office of the County Election Administrator as soon as the ballots are available and until noon on November 12, 2019; or (b) make a written request prior to noon on November 12, 2019, signed by the applicant and addressed to the office of the County Election Administrator requesting the ballot be mailed to an address other than that which appears on the registration records. All ballots to be mailed will be mailed no later than November 13, 2019. An elector may obtain a replacement ballot if his ballot is destroyed, spoiled, lost, or not received by the elector by filling out and mailing, emailing, or faxing back a completed replacement ballot request form or by personally appearing at the office of the County Election Administrator and by: (a) signing an affidavit form stating the reason for the request for replacement; and (b) if the reason given for replacement is "spoiled ballot," by returning the spoiled ballot to the office of the County Election Administrator. Ballots may be returned in person at the place of deposit listed above, or returned by mail. If returning by mail, please use the then-prevailing first-class-postage price or one Forever Stamp. Postmark date does not apply; ballots returned by mail must be received by the 8:00 p.m. Election Day deadline to be counted. Please note, all electors, as defined in MCA 20-20-301, are those who reside within the High School District and are registered to vote by the close of registration on November 4, 2019. For electors who miss the close of registration deadline, late registration is available through the office of the County Election Administrator beginning November 5, 2019 until noon on December 2, 2019, and will resume on Election Day, December 3, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. DATED this 17th day of September, 2019. /s/Katie Harding Lake County Election Administrator Published on October 31, 2019, November 7, 2019, and November 14, 2019. MNAXLP
Public Testing of Voting Systems and Counting of Provisional Ballots for the December 3rd School Bond Election Notice is hereby given by the Lake County Election Administrator that the following events are open to the public and will occur at the Lake County Courthouse (106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860) for the December 3rd School Bond Election. Public testing of the AutoMARK and DS-450 voting system will be held at 1:00 pm on November 13, 2019 and counting of provisional ballots will begin at 3:00 pm on December 9, 2019 in the Election Office. DATED this 18th day of October, 2019. /s/Katie Harding Election Administrator Lake County, Montana Published on October 31, 2019. MNAXLP
Mission Valley Storage, located at 55360 US Hwy 93 (PO Box 9) Polson, Mt 59860 (406.872.2060) Personal Property will be sold at Auction for Rents not paid. Auction will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday November 9, 2019. Cash only. Unit #210 Courtney Carper & Units #120 & #206 Leticia Rides at the Door. The contents of these units will be removed and disposed of in accordance with Montana Law if we do not receive payment from Tenant to bring unit current by 9:00 a.m. Saturday November 9, 2019. Published on October 24, 2019, and October 31, 2019. MNAXLP