Legals for October, 5 2023

Notice of November 7, 2023, Municipal General Nonpartisan Election, St. Ignatius Rural Fire District Levy Election, Ballot Preparation, Counting, Counting of Provisional Ballots, and County Canvass Notice is hereby given by the Lake County Election Administrator that the Municipal General Nonpartisan Election and the St. Ignatius Rural Fire District Levy Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, by mail ballot. Ballots will be mailed on October 18, 2023, to active status voters only. Ballots may be returned in person or by mail to the Election Office at 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT between the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm from October 19th - November 6th and 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM on Election Day, November 7th . Voted ballots must be received by the Election Office by 8:00 PM on November 7th to be counted. Electors will consider the following races for the election: City of Polson: one city commissioner for Ward 2, Town of St. Ignatius: two city council members at large. All positions are a four-year term. One ballot issue will also be considered for the St. Ignatius Rural Fire District: Shall the St. Ignatius Rural Fire District Board be authorized to levy 6.19 mills, being approximately $27,205. 62 per year, for a period of (7) years to support all District operations? The fiscal impact on a home having a market value of $100,000 is estimated to be $8.36, $25.07 on a home having a market value of $300,000, and $50.14 on a home having a market value of $600,000 each year of the levy. Such an increase in property taxes may lead to an increase in rental costs. Sample ballots can be viewed at Sample Ballots | Lake County, MT (lakemt.gov). NOTE: The City of Ronan canceled the elections for City Council members. The City of Polson canceled elections for Council members in Ward 1 and Ward 3, these positions will be appointed or elected by acclamation. The following events are open to the public and will occur at the Lake County Courthouse for the November 7th Municipal General Election. Ballot preparation and hand counting will begin at 3:00 pm in the large conference room on the third floor of the Lake County Courthouse, counting of provisional ballots will begin at 3:00 pm on November 13, 2023, in the Election Office and, the county canvass will be held in the Commissioner Chambers at 10:00 am on November 16, 2023. DATED this 8th day of September 2023. /s/Toni Kramer Election Administrator Lake County, Montana Published on October 5th, 12th & 19th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Appraisal Services The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Appraisal Services. Bids are due by October 5, 2023 at 4:30 pm. This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract. If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 676-2700 Ext. 1049. A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid. If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding. SCOPE OF WORK Appraisal services is to provide an unbiased professional opinion to determine the fair market value of any real property interest and to conduct an analysis or consulting assignment to real property decisions based on current market conditions. Appraisals that conforms to the USPAP Standards and the Federal Land Acquisition (Yellow Book) Standards. THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045. TIMEFRAME The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed. Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date. BID SUBMITTAL All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2023 Appraisal” on the outside of the envelope. The deadline for bid acceptance will be October 5th, 2023 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid. 1. A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification 2. A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions. 3. Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance Published on September 21st, & 28th & October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) PHASE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Phase 1 Environmental assessments. Bids are due by October 5, 2023 at 4:30 pm. This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract. If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 676-2700 Ext. 1049. A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid. If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding. SCOPE OF WORK An environmental site assessment is a report prepared for a real estate holding that identifies potential or existing environmental contamination liabilities that addresses both the underlying land as well as physical improvements to the property by visual observations, historical use reviews and regulatory records. THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045. TIMEFRAME The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed. Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date. BID SUBMITTAL All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2023 Phase 1” on the outside of the envelope. The deadline for bid acceptance will be October 5th , 2023 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid. 1. A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification 2. A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions. 3. Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance Published on September 21st & 28th & October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Surveying Services The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Surveying Services. Bids are due by October 5, 2023 at 4:30 pm. This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract. If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 676-2700 Ext. 1049. A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid. If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding. SCOPE OF WORK A land survey is used to locate, describe, and map out the boundaries of a piece of land. It also includes of the dimensions of the parcel, as well as any physical features, both natural and manufactured (buildings and other improvements). THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045. TIMEFRAME The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed. Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date. BID SUBMITTAL All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2023 Survey” on the outside of the envelope. The deadline for bid acceptance will be October 5th , 2023 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid. 1. A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification 2. A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions. 3. Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance Published on September 21st & 28th & October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) TITLE INSURANCE & RESEARCH The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Title Insurance & Research. Bids are due by October 5, 2023 at 4:30 pm. This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract. If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 676-2700 Ext. 1049. A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid. If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding. SCOPE OF WORK The policy and research is meant to insure against financial loss or damage occurring from title defects: covering all but not limited to the common claims filed against a title including outstanding taxes or liens, encumbrances, or defects in a property’s title or actual ownership during a land acquisition transaction. THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045. TIMEFRAME The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed. Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date. BID SUBMITTAL All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2023 Title Insurance” on the outside of the envelope. The deadline for bid acceptance will be October 5 th , 2023 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid. 1. A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification 2. A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions. 3. Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance Published on September 21st & 28th, & October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

Probate Cause No. 23-0176-P  THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBAL COURT OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA  IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:  CHERYL CHEFF  NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Dusty Rider 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 the 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 13th of September, 2023. /S/ Dusty Rider, Personal Representative  Address: 33753 N Crow Rd.  Ronan, MT 59864  Published on September 21st, 28th & October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

Cause No: DV-24-2023-0000151-NC Dept No: 2001 Montana Twentieth Judicial District Court, Lake County In the Matter of the Name Change of: Michael Joseph Snell Jr. Michael Joseph Snell Jr., Petitioner. Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Michael Joseph Snell Jr. to Myke Joseph Matt The hearing will be on 10/25/2023 at 10:00 am. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date: 9/11/2023 Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By: Mary Rensvold Deputy Clerk of Court Published on September 21st & 28th & October 5th & 12th. MNAXLP __________________________

Cause No. DP-23-33 DEPT. 1 Martha L. Goodloe, Attorney at Law, 1603 Jackson St., Missoula, MT 59802 406-360-7155 marthagoodloe@gmail.com Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY JUDGE MOLLY OWEN IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RICHARD D SANDLAS Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that LEWIS J COOK has been appointed Personal Representative in the above-entitled 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 be mailed to the Counsel for the Personal Representative, Martha L Goodloe at 1603 Jackson St Missoula MT 59802 or filed with the Clerk of Court above. DATED this 12th day of September, 2023 /s/ Martha L. Goodloe Published on September 21st, 28th & October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

NOTICE The Montana Department of Revenue, Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, announces the availability of one (1) new original Montana Retail On-Premises Consumption Beer License for the Polson quota area as the result of the last available license. The available Montana Retail On-Premises Consumption Beer License for the Polson quota area may be located within the corporate limits of Polson or within 5 miles of Polson’s corporate limits but not further than the boundary that separates Ronan from Polson. A map of the Polson quota area can be located at mtrevenue.gov. This license is not eligible to offer gambling under Title 23, chapter 5, part 3, 5, or 6. To enter the competitive bidding process, the individual or business entity must follow all of the requirements of the terms and conditions of the competitive bid process and complete and submit electronically a competitive bid form that includes your bid amount. The competitive bid form and terms and conditions can be found at mtrevenue.gov. The minimum bid for this license is set at $11,250. The competitive bidding process closes on November 9 th , 2023, at midnight Mountain Standard Time. The highest successful bidder will be notified by the department. The successful bidder must submit an application for licensure within 60 days. This competitive bidding opportunity includes additional licenses in other communities. Please visit mtrevenue.gov for a complete list of licenses that can be currently bid on. Questions? Contact (406) 444-6900 Published on October 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on January 11, 2024, at 02:00 PM on the front steps at the Lake County Courthouse located at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860, the following described real property situated in Lake County, State of Montana: Lots 1 and 2 in Block 8 of Lakeshore Addition to the City of Polson, Lake County, Montana, according to the Map or Plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, Montana. More commonly known as 712 East 5th Avenue, Polson, MT 59860. Clinton Anderson aka Clinton R. Anderson aka Clinton Rae Anderson, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Lawyers Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Mann Mortgage, LLC, beneficiary of the security instrument, successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on October 16, 2017, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lake County, State of Montana, on October 18, 2017 as Instrument No. 558694, and modified pursuant to the Modification filed for record on October 1, 2021 as Instrument No. 592548, and modified pursuant to the Modification filed for record on June 28, 2022 as Instrument No. 599068, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: Freedom Mortgage Corporation Assignment Dated: March 4, 2022 Assignment Recorded: March 4, 2022 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 596514 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lake County, Montana Jason J. Henderson is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, State of Montana, on August 1, 2023 as Instrument No. 606094, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to the Grantor(s) failure to make monthly payments beginning February 1, 2023, 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. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $105,326.54, interest in the sum of $3,326.12, escrow advances of $3,295.55, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $684.42 for a total amount owing of $112,632.63, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or 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 Grantor. 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, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee’s Sale, to 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 by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee’s and attorney’s fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. 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. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 16th day of August, 2023. Jason J. Henderson Substitute Trustee 38 2nd Avenue East Dickinson, ND 58601 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. MT21647 Published on September 21st, 28th & October 5th, 2023. __________________________

Cause No: I6-23-26 Notice of Hearing on Guardianship of Minor Child MONTANA JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY In the Matter of the Guardianship of  Brody Stinson Jennifer Daniels, Petitioner Wayne E Daniels, Co-Petitioner THE STATE OF MONTANA SENDS GREETINGS TO:  Dawn Wheeler & Bobby G. Stinson NOTICE IS GIVEN to the birth parents of the minor child(ren) above referenced and all other interested persons that Petitioner(s) has/have filed a petition with the Clerk of this Court to become the guardian(s) of the minor child(ren).  The hearing on the Petition will be held at 20th Judicial Courthouse - in the C.B. McNeil District Courtroom at 106 4th Ave E., Polson, in Lake County Montana on the following date and time: Date: 11/02/2023 at 10:00 am. Your failure to attend the hearing may result in the relief requested by the Petitioner(s) being granted. Date: Sept., 19, 2023. By: Mary Rensvold, Deputy Clerk of Court Published on September 28th, October 5th, 12th & 19th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

Cause No.: DV-23-31 Eli J. Patten (MT Bar #11219) David F. Knobel (MT Bar #212614) CROWLEY FLECK PLLP 500 Transwestern Plaza II 490 North 31st Street P.O. Box 2529 Billings, MT 59103-2529 Telephone: (406) 252-3441 Facsimile: (406) 252-3181 Attorneys for Plaintiff MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY GUARDIAN TAX MT, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. RANDALL M. KARR, and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to Plaintiff’s ownership or any cloud upon Plaintiff’s title, whether the claim or possible claim is present orcontingent, Defendants. Judge: Deborah Kim Christopher SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO: All other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to Plaintiff’s ownership or any cloud upon Plaintiff’s title, whether the claim or possible claim is present or contingent. Within 21 days after service of this summons on you or (42 days if you are the State of Montana, a state agency, or a state officer or employee), you must serve on the plaintiff an answer to the complaint filed herein or a motion under Rule 12 of the Montana Rules of Civil Procedure. Do not include the day you were served in your calculation of time. The answer or motion must be served on the plaintiff or plaintiff’s attorney, if plaintiff is represented by an attorney, whose name and address are listed above. If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. You also must file your answer or motion with the court. This action is brought to quiet title to land situated in Lake County, Montana, and described as follows: TRACT A OF THE AMENDED PLAT OF LOTS 18 AND 19 OF LEANIN TREE SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA. Street Address: none WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 22 nd day of September 2023. Lake County Clerk of District Court By: Mary R. Deputy Clerk Published on September 28th, October 5th & 12th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

Cause No.: DV-23-31 Eli J. Patten (MT Bar #11219) David F. Knobel (MT Bar #212614) CROWLEY FLECK PLLP 500 Transwestern Plaza II 490 North 31st Street P.O. Box 2529 Billings, MT 59103-2529 Telephone: (406) 252-3441 Facsimile: (406) 252-3181 Attorneys for Plaintiff MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY GUARDIAN TAX MT, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. RANDALL M. KARR, and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to Plaintiff’s ownership or any cloud upon Plaintiff’s title, whether the claim or possible claim is present or contingent, Defendants. Judge: Deborah Kim Christopher SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO: RANDALL M. KARR. Within 21 days after service of this summons on you or (42 days if you are the State of Montana, a state agency, or a state officer or employee), you must serve on the plaintiff an answer to the complaint filed herein or a motion under Rule 12 of the Montana Rules of Civil Procedure. Do not include the day you were served in your calculation of time. The answer or motion must be served on the plaintiff or plaintiff’s attorney, if plaintiff is represented by an attorney, whose name and address are listed above. If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. You also must file your answer or motion with the court. This action is brought to quiet title to land situated in Lake County, Montana, and described as follows: TRACT A OF THE AMENDED PLAT OF LOTS 18 AND 19 OF LEANIN TREE SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA. Street Address: none WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 22 nd day of September 2023. Lake County Clerk of District Court By: Mary R. Deputy Clerk Published on September 28th, October 5th & 12th, 2023 MNAXLP __________________________

Summary of Revenues & Expenditures of Lake County Schools Based on District Trustees’ Reports for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Pursuant to Montana school law, MCA 20-3-205, the required information will be available in print at the following sites: Lake County Commissioners’ Office at the Lake County Courthouse Each School District Office in Lake County Lake County Superintendent of Schools Office at the Lake County Courthouse As well, the information will be digitally posted on the Lake County website under Lake County Superintendent/Facts and Figures or mailed to you by request, please call 406-883-7262. Published on October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________

PUBLIC NOTICE The Lake County E911 Committee implemented an addressing system for Enhanced 911 Emergency Services in 2003. To assist navigation and location efforts, the E911 Committee has established that private lanes shared by three (3) or more residences shall have a unique name. The Board of Lake County Commissioner will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at 10:00 am in the Commissioners Chambers of the Lake County Courthouse located at 106 4th Avenue East, Room 211, Polson MT, for the purpose of taking public comment on the naming of a private road located off of Hillside Road. **A map of the area is available for review by request to the lakecommissioners@lakemt.gov. if you would like to comment but are unable to attend the public hearing, you may send comment to: Lake County Commissioners 106 4th Avenue East Polson, MT 59860 Published on October 5th, 2023 MNAXLP __________________________

PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners did June 7, 14, 22, 28, July 5 and July 7, 2023, approve claims for payments in the amount of $3,516,050.13 for the period of June 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. The Board of lake County Commissioners did July 13, 19, 20, 26 and August 2, 2023 approve claims for payments in the amount of $4,386,982.93 for the period of July 1, 2023 through July 31, 2023. BOARD OF LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /s/ Gale Decker, Chairman Published on October 5th, 2023. MNAXLP __________________________