Legals October 24, 2018

No. 25731 Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the City of Columbia Falls at the office of the City Clerk, 130 6th Street West, until 2:00 p.m. local time on November 14 , 2018, for the construction of the "Lift Station No. 2 Improvements", and will then be opened and publicly read in the City Council Chambers. The project consists of the replacement of the Lift Station No. 2 dry pit pumps with submersible pumps to be located in the existing wetwell, the demolition/abandonment of the existing dry pit, and the replacement of the existing Force Main pipe. The "Lift Station No. 2 Improvements" is funded by the City of Columbia Falls. Bidder must meet all requirements of the appropriate Federal/State agencies, as indicated in the specifications. All work must be substantially complete within 90 calendar days after the commencement date stated in the Notice to Proceed. The contract documents consisting of Drawings and Project Manual may be examined or obtained at HDR Engineering, Inc. 700 SW Higgins, Suite 200, Missoula, Montana 59803 or the City Public Works office, 130 6th Street West. Copies of Drawings and Project Manual will be furnished to Contractors upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $50.00 by company check, cashier's check, or bank money order (cash cannot be accepted). Each Bid shall be accompanied by bid security made payable to owner in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bidder's maximum bid price and in the form of cash, a cashier's check, certified check, or bank money order drawn and issued by a national banking association located in Montana or by any banking corporation incorporated under the laws of Montana; or a bid bond (on form attached if a form is prescribed) issued by a surety authorized to do business in Montana meeting the requirements of Paragraph 5.01 of the General Conditions. The bid bond shall act as a guarantee that the bidder, if the bid is accepted, will promptly execute the contract, secure payment of worker's compensation insurance, and furnish a satisfactory faithful performance bond in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price and a payment bond in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price. Contractor and any of the contractor's subcontractors bidding or doing work on this project will be required to be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling 1-406-444-7734. All laborers and mechanics employed by contractor or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by Montana Law. The contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against on the basis of race, ancestry, color physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or familial status, creed, ex-offender status, physical condition, political belief, public assistance status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, except where these criteria are reasonable bona fide occupational qualifications. Proposal must be sealed and marked "Lift Station No. 2 Improvements" and marked "Sealed Bid" with the contractor's name, address, and Montana Contractor's Registration Number, and be addressed to: City of Columbia Falls Clerks Office, 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. The contractor shall not pay less than the latest Montana Prevailing Wage Rates as determined by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. A copy of the wage rates are attached as part of the specifications in Section 00910. Bidder is subject to 18-2-401 et. Seg., Montana Code Annotated and amendments thereto and regulations issued there under, relating to prevailing wages, benefits, and other requirements. No claim for additional compensation will be allowed based upon a lack of knowledge or a misunderstanding of any such requirements by bidder or failure to include in bid adequate increases in such wages over the term of the contract. Prospective bidders are highly encouraged to attend a pre-bid conference, which will be conducted by the engineer at the City Public Works office, 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, Montana at 2:00 p.m. local time on November 5, 2018. A site visit will follow. All questions relative to this project prior to the opening of bids shall be directed to the engineer. It shall be understood, however, that no specification interpretation will be made by telephone, nor will any "or equal" products be considered for approval prior to award of contract. The engineer for this project is: HDR Engineering, Inc., 700 SW Higgins, Missoula, MT 59803, with questions addressed to Ted Grover at (406) 532-3928. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in a bid, or to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and bidder, and to make awards in the interest of the owner. The low bid shall be determined on the basis of the lowest Base Bid. The owner may accept in any order; any, all or none of the Bids. The City of Columbia Falls provides accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person's ability to participate in any service, program, or activity of the City. To request accommodations, please contact the City of Columbia Falls Office of City Clerk at (406) 892-4391. October 24, 28, 31, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 25730 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On November 5, 2018, during the 7:00 p.m. regular council meeting, the City Council of the City of Columbia Falls, shall conduct a public hearing for purpose of adopting changes to the Columbia Falls Municipal Code Title 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, and 15 pursuant to a comprehensive legal analysis of the codes for compliance with state and federal statutes. The City Council is proposing completing the suggested text changes as recommended by the legal analysis and to update other outdated or necessary text changes as identified by City staff or Council. City Council will also consider code changes recommended by the Public Works Committee to Title 13 Public Services amending sewer connection requirements and service line repair provisions. Council will also consider changes to Title 12 Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places addressing right of way maintenance and encroachments. The proposed changes are available for review at the office of the City Clerk, City of Columbia Falls 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT. Persons may contact the City Clerk or City Manager at 406-892-4391 or 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT for more information about the hearing. Responses to the public hearing may be in writing addressed to the City Clerk at 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 or delivered in person to the City Council during the hearing. DATED THIS 15th day of October 2018. Barb Staaland City Clerk October 24, 31, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 25729 MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FLATHEAD COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Della M. Sarver deceased probate No. DP-18-251A NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that the undersigned have 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. Claims must either be mailed to Linda Sarver-Addington and Sharon S. Johnston, the Personal Representatives, return receipt requested, 125 Splendid View Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901, or be filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 19th day of October, 2018. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES: By: /s/ Linda Sarver-Addington Linda Sarver-Addington By: /s/ Sharon S. Johnston Sharon S. Johnston October 24, 31, November 7, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

No. 25725 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice to Water Users (Pursuant to Section 85-2-307, MCA) The following application has been submitted to appropriate water in the State of Montana. THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION PROPOSES TO GRANT AN APPLICATION FOR BENEFICIAL WATER USE PERMIT. DESCRIBED BELOW ARE THE PERTINENT FACTS WHICH SUMMARIZE THE APPLICATION. THE PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION (PD) DOCUMENTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND ANY CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE WATER RIGHT ARE AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT http://www.dnrc.mt.gov/wrd/. OBJECTION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 7, 2018. THE DEPARTMENT CAN ONLY ACCEPT OBJECTIONS FILED ON AN OBJECTION TO APPLICATION, FORM 611. MAIL THE COMPLETED FORM AND THE $25.00 FILING FEE TO THE DNRC, PO BOX 201601, HELENA, MT 59620-1601 BY THE DEADLINE SPECIFIED. THE FORM IS AVAILABLE ON THE DEPARTMENT'S WEBSITE. DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE APPLICATION, TO OBTAIN THE PD OR OBJECTION FORM TO THE WATER RESOURCES OFFICE AT 655 TIMBERWOLF PARKWAY, SUITE 4, KALISPELL, MT 59901-2387, PHONE: 406-752-2288, FAX: 406-752-2843. IF ISSUED, THE RIGHT WILL BE SUBJECT TO PRIOR EXISTING WATER RIGHTS. Application Number: 76LJ 30117321 Owners: ROSS J NISSEN FRANCINE T NISSEN 26185 RINCONADA DR CARMEL VALLEY, CA 93924 Priority Date: MAY 8, 2018 at 03:45 P.M. Purpose (use): LAWN AND GARDEN Maximum Flow Rate:23.00 GPM Maximum Volume: 0.63 AC-FT Maximum Acres: 0.25 Source Name: FLATHEAD RIVER Source Type: SURFACE WATER Point of Diversion and Means of Diversion: ID 1; Qtr Sec NWNWNW; Sec 26; Twp 27N; Rge 20W; County FLATHEAD Subdivision: MAYPORT HARBOR TRACT/LOT: 26 Period of Diversion: APRIL 15 TO OCTOBER 15 Diversion Means: PUMP Purpose (Use): LAWN AND GARDEN Volume: 0.63 AC-FT Period of Use: APRIL 15 to OCTOBER 15 Place of Use:ID 1; Total Acres 0.25; Qtr Sec NWNWNW; Sec 26; Twp 27N; Rge 20W; County FLATHEAD Subdivision: MAYPORT HARBOR TRACT/LOT: 26 October 24, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 25717 NOTICES OF TAXES DUE Notice is hereby given that one half of all taxes levied and assessed will be due and payable before 5:00 p.m. on November 30, 2018, or within 30 days after the notice is postmarked, whichever is later, and that unless paid prior to that time the amount then due will be delinquent and will draw interest at the rate of 5/6 of 1% per month from and after such delinquency until paid, and 2% will be added to the delinquent taxes as a penalty. And that one half of all taxes levied and assessed will be due and payable on or before 5:00 p.m. on May 31, 2019, and that unless paid prior to that time the taxes will be delinquent and will draw interest at the rate of 5/6 of 1% per month from and after such delinquency until paid, and 2% will be added to the delinquent taxes as a penalty. Taxes are to be paid at the County Treasurer's Office, 935 1st Ave W, Tax Dept 2nd Floor, Kalispell, Montana. Adele Krantz Flathead County Treasurer October 24, 31, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________