LEGALS FEBRUARY 6, 2020
CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-4395 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF SHARON S. FINNEY, PROBATE NO. DP-20-6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased 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. A written statement of the claim indicating the name and address of the claimant, the basis of the claim and the amount claimed may be filed with the Clerk of the District Court, Lake County, Montana, or mailed, return receipt requested, to the Personal Representative at the following address: Wayne H. Finney c/o Clinton J. Fischer Law Office, P.C. P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 DATED this 14th day of January, 2020 /s/ Clinton J. Fischer Clinton J. Fischer, Attorney for Personal Representative /s/ Wayne H. Finney Wayne H. Finney, Personal Representative PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES' ATTORNEY: Clinton J. Fischer CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P. O. Box 879 Polson, Montana 59860 Published on January 23, 2020, January 30, 2020, and February 6, 2020. MNAXLP
The Honorable Judge of Tribal Court Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes PO 278 Pablo, MT 59855 In the Tribal Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation Eagle Bank Plaintiff vs. Alberta L. Bertsch, Defendant Cause No 19-0011-SC Summons For Publication TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: You are hereby directed to appear and answer the above-captioned complaint filed against you in Tribal Court in the Tribal Complex at Pablo, MT on the 25th day of February, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard and to have with you all books, papers, and other evidence, as well as witnesses, you may need in presenting your defense and/or in proving your counterclaim. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT THE APPOINTED TIME, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE ENTIRE AMOUNT DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,945.63 PLUS THE COSTS OF BRINGING SUIT. You are hereby notified that, within 5 days (excluding weekends and Tribal holidays) of the last date of this publication, you may request that this case be removed from the Small Claims Division and transferred to the civil trial court in Tribal Court to be formally heard under the law and procedure provided under Tribal law. You may seek legal advice in deciding how to proceed. GIVEN under my hand this 23 day of December, 2019. (SEAL) /s/ Brad Pluff Clerk of Court Published on January 23, 2020, January 30, 2020, and February 6, 2020. MNAXLP
The Honorable Judge of Tribal Court Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes PO 278 Pablo, MT 59855 IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION Eagle Bank Plaintiff vs Stephanie N Morigeau Defendant Cause No 19-0340-CV SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE TRIBAL COURT SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: You are hereby summoned to respond to the above-captioned complaint filed in Tribal Court. You have 15 days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Tribal holidays) from the last date of publication of this summons in which to file your written answer with the Tribal Court. If you fail to respond to the complaint within the time provided under law, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint in the amount of $5,581.05 plus interest and costs to date. This Summons by Publication is issued pursuant to Title 1, chapter 2, Part 7, Rule 9(3), of the CS&KT laws codified. DATED this 15th day of January, 2020. Chelsi Camel Clerk of Court Published on January 23, 2020, January 30, 2020, and February 6, 2020. MNAXLP
The Honorable Judge of Tribal Court Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes PO 278 Pablo, MT 59855 IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION Eagle Bank Plaintiff vs Lennie Webster Defendant Cause No 19-0312-CV SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE TRIBAL COURT SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: You are hereby summoned to respond to the above-captioned complaint filed in Tribal Court. You have 15 days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Tribal holidays) from the last date of publication of this summons in which to file your written answer with the Tribal Court. If you fail to respond to the complaint within the time provided under law, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint in the amount of $1,816.66 plus interest and costs to date. This Summons by Publication is issued pursuant to Title 1, chapter 2, Part 7, Rule 9(3), of the CS&KT laws codified. DATED this 28th day of January, 2020. (SEAL) /s/ Malia Hamel Clerk of Court Published on February 6, 2020, February 13, 2020, and February 20, 2020. MNAXLP
Notice to Creditors Probate Cause # 20-0012-P The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court of the Flathead Reservation, Pablo, Montana In Re the Matter of the Estate of: Donna Jones Dubay Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Archie Fuqua, has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said Deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Personal Representative, return receipt requested, or to the Clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, Montana, 59855. Dated this 3rd of February, 2020. /s/ Archie C. Fuqua Personal Representative Address: Archie Fuqua 34212 Minesinger Trail Polson, MT 59860 Published on February 6, 2020, February 13, 2020, and February 20, 2020. MNAXLP
Montana Twentieth Judicial District Court Lake County In the Matter of the Name Change of Kevin Leroy Combs: Kevin Leroy Combs, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-20-3 Dept. No.: 2 Amended Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name From: Kevin Leroy Combs To: Kevin Leroy Gross The hearing will be on 3/12/2020 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date: Jan. 13, 2020 January 16, 2020 Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By: Mary Rensvold Deputy Clerk of Court Published on January 23, 2020, January 30, 2020, February 6, 2020, and February 13, 2020. MNAXLP
NOTICE FOR FIRST PUBLIC HEARING TO INDENTIFY COMMUNITY NEEDS AND PROJECTS The Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on February 18, 2020 at 10:00 A.M in the Commissioner's Meeting Room at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860, in conjunction with Lake County Community Development Corporation for the purpose of obtaining public comments regarding the needs and priorities of any/all communities and organizations of Lake County for public facilities, infrastructure, affordable housing, economic development and community revitalization. Various funding programs available to meet the needs expressed at this hearing, especially those impacting economically distressed communities and persons, will be presented. Communities, sewer and/or water districts and organizations who may be considering applying for funding from the state of Montana under any of these categories, attending this hearing and identifying projects under consideration, may use the minutes of this hearing as evidence of a first public hearing as may be required as a condition of any application for funding made within the next 12 month period. The Lake County Commissioners and community leaders may utilize the feedback received at this hearing to prioritize projects that may need their support and consideration. Lake County Community Development Corp. will also include needs expressed at the public hearing in its annual update to the Community Economic Development Strategies reported to the State Department of Commerce. At the public hearing, everyone will be given the opportunity to express their opinions regarding the needs of our communities and the types of projects that should be considered. Comments may be given orally at the hearing or submitted in writing before 5 p.m. on February 14th, 2020, and will be read into the record at the public hearing. You can call 406-883-7204 or write to Lake County Commissioners, 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Anyone who would like more information or who wants to submit suggestions may also contact Jim Thaden, Lake County Community Development Corporation, 406-676-5904. Lake County makes reasonable accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with a person's ability to participate in this public hearing. Wheelchair accessibility is available through the sheriff's department on the west side of courthouse. Published on January 30, 2020, and February 6, 2020. MNAXLP
LAKE COUNTY SURPLUS VEHICLE AUCTION When: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 Time: 10:00 a.m. Where: Commissioners Office The Lake County Commissioners will be selling the following vehicles by sealed bid: 1999 Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab 1500 4X4 Minimum Bid: No Reserve VIN: 2GCEK19VOX1286581 High Retail: $9,650.00 245,807 Miles Low Retail: $3,100.00 Driftwood 1997 Ford Ranger Minimum Bid: $2,800.00 VIN: 1FTCR1OU3VPA96698 High Retail: $5,100.00 89,191 Miles Low Retail: $1,700.00 Blue 1995 Chevrolet S10 2wd Pickup Minimum Bid: $2,200.00 VIN: 1GCCS1471S8241995 High Retail: $4,125.00 99,658 Miles Low Retail: $2,200.00 Blue 1999 Pontiac Sun Fire Sedan Minimum Bid: $1,500.00 VIN: 3G2JB5246XS823072 High Retail: $2,700.00 108,798 Miles Low Retail: $1,475.00 Green 1991 Chevrolet Kodiak Fuel Truck Minimum Bid: $4,000.00 VIN: 1GBL7H1PXMJ107824 Comparative Sales: $7,000.00 165,586 Miles Sealed bids must be delivered to the Lake County Commissioners Office by 10:00a.m. on Wednesday, February 19th, 2020. Sealed bids will be opened in the Lake County Commissioners Office at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 19th, 2020. All Vehicles sold "AS IS" with "NO WARRANTY". All Sales are final. Cash or Money Order. Contact Lake County Commissioners Office to view vehicle; Office Phone: 406-883-7204 E-mail: lakecommissioners@lakemt.gov William D. Barron Chairman Published on February 6, 2020, and February 13, 2020. MNAXLP
PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners did December 11, 16, 18, 26, 2019 and January 2, and 8, 2020 approve claims for payment in the amount of $3,316,561.16 for the period of December 1 through December 31, 2019. The full and complete claims lists are available for public review in the Courthouse in the Clerk and Recorder's Office. Individual requests for personal copies will be accepted by the Clerk and Recorder, Lake County Courthouse, Polson, MT. Signed this 30th Day of January, 2020. BOARD OF LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /s/ William D. Barron, Chairman Published on February 6, 2020. MNAXLP
After Recording Return To: Mackoff Kellogg Law Firm 38 2nd Ave E Dickinson, ND 58601 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE'S SALE on March 11, 2020, at 11:00 AM at the North Entrance to the Lake County Courthouse located 106 4th Avenue East in Polson, MT 59860, the following described real property situated in Lake County, Montana: LOT 9 OF BLOCK 16 OF PEND DE` OREILLE HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF POLSON, LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR GARAGE AS SET FORTH IN DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 20, 2004 UNDER MICROFILM NO. 454339, RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA. Aaron K. Torgenrud and Sara M. Torgenrud, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Fidelity title Agency of Lake County, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Mann Mortgage, LLC, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated on June 7, 2012, and recorded on June 7, 2012, as Document No. 521656. The beneficial interest is currently held by JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., is currently the Trustee. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments beginning March 1, 2017, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of October 31, 2019 is $106,604.80 principal, interest totaling $10,993.62, escrow advances of $7,217.16, Recoverable Balance $2,982.22, and other fees and expenses advanced of $106.12, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee's fees and attorney's fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier's checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed without any representation or warranty, including warranty of Title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee's sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: October 21, 2019 Rae Albert Assistant Secretary, First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. Trustee Title Financial Specialty Services PO Box 339 Blackfoot ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho ) ) ss. COUNTY OF Bingham ) On this 21 day of October, 2019, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Rae Albert known to me to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Amy Gough Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission Expires: 06/09/2021 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association vs Aaron K. Torgenrud; Sara M.Torgenrud 103665-8 Published on February 6, 2020, February 13, 2020, February 20, 2020. MNAXLP
Montana 20th Judicial District Court Lake County In the Matter of the Name Change of Amazing Day Zethyl Russell, Sunny Day Real Bird, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-271 Dept. No.: 2 Notice of Hearing on Name Change of Minor Child This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court to change a child's name from Amazing Day Zethyl Russell to Amazing Day Zethyl Real Bird. The hearing will be on 02/27/2020 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County, Polson. Date: 23 December, 2019 Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Mary Rensvold Deputy Clerk of Court Published on January 23, 2020, January 30, 2020, February 6, 2020, and February 13, 2020. MNAXLP