Legals September 8, 2019

No. 26474 CALL FOR BIDS Live Burn Training Facility Columbia Falls Rural Fire District The Columbia Falls Rural Fire District is soliciting bids from qualified training facility manufacturers for a two-level training structure to be installed on Columbia Falls Rural Fire District property located at 5859 Hwy 2 West Columbia Falls, Montana. The training facility must meet the minimum requirements outlined below: Design Criteria and Codes: The structure provided shall meet the following minimum design criteria and Building Codes: Building Codes: 2012 International Building Code (IBC) and related Reference Codes that apply to this type of structure. Applicable State and County Codes. Design Criteria: Dead Load: Weight of the structural system being proposed. Live and Snow Loads: Roof Live Load= 100 psf; Roof Snow Load = 60 psf Floor Live Load = 100 psf Attic Live Load = 100 psf Wind Load: 115mph (Ultimate) Exposure C per ASCE7-10 Seismic: Site Class: D Seismic Design Category: D Ss = 0.59g ; S1 = 0.17g Soils: No soils report has been provided so design for IBC minimum ~ 1,500 psf allowable bearing capacity. Building Requirements: The building shall be a minimum 22ft x 35ft two-level structure with the following minimum design features. Building may be steel, concrete, masonry or a combination of the materials. Conex or other modular type container system will not be accepted. Two-story with an equivalent of two rooms on the second level. One attic space One internal stairway Two Class A burn rooms Temperature monitoring system in each burn room Low to zero maintenance durable thermal lining system No roof cut-out props Deliverables and Schedule: Construction drawings and Specification submittal of the proposed structure stamped by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Montana identifying the structure has been designed to the building code and minimum design criteria outlined in this proposal. Foundation design, drawings and specifications: If part of the proposal, provide foundation drawings and specifications stamped by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Montana to be used by a local contractor for foundation installation prior to building arrival. If not part of the proposal, provide foundation design, drawings and loading criteria including gravity loads and lateral loads for the foundation to be engineered by a local design professional. Clearly identify foundation option in your bid. There are no site restrictions for vehicle ingress and egress or space restrictions around the building pad for construction. All work must be substantially complete within 26 weeks after the commencement date, with allowance for weather delays, as determined in the Notice to Proceed. Response Requirements: Provide a clear written overview of the proposed structure and features along with schematic drawings of the building that include floor plans, roof plan, sections and elevations. Clearly identify the bid for the structure to include, permits, material, freight and labor FOB project site in Columbia Falls, MT. Clearly identify that as the respondent you are able to meet the building requirements, design criteria, deliverables and schedule outlined in the call for bid. Provide a minimum of three (3) project references (including project name, description and contact information - name, phone number and email) that are similar to the proposed installation. Bid Requirements: 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. 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. Bid Proposal must be sealed and marked "Live Burn Training Facility" and marked "Sealed Bid" with the contractor's name, address and Montana Contractor's Registration Number, and be addressed to City of Columbia Falls Clerk's Office, 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Bids must be received no later than Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 5 p.m. Bids will be opened and read aloud at that time and taken under advisement. The District Board will meet on October 7, 2019 to consider the bids. Any questions relative to this proposal prior to the opening of bids shall be directed to Fire Chief Rick Hagen, cffire@cityofcolumbiafalls.com, or by phone: (406) 892-3911. The District 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 District. The District may accept in any order; any, all or none of the Bids. September 1, 8, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 26452 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MAJOR LAKESHORE VARIANCE: FLATHEAD LAKE The Board of Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, hereby gives notice, pursuant to the Flathead County Lake and Lakeshore Protection Regulations, Section 5.1(B)(2)(f), that it will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Jolene Dugan for a Major Lakeshore Variance to the fill standards of Flathead County Lake and Lakeshore Protection Regulations, specifically Sections 4.3F(2)(h)(2), (5), and (6). The applicant is seeking to construct a 'Modified Dynamic Equilibrium Beach' on the shore of Flathead Lake. The subject property is located at 440, 482 and 494 Holt Drive in Bigfork, Montana and can be legally described as: Parcel A of Certificate of Survey No. 19916 in the Northeast Quarter of Section 35, Township 27 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M. Flathead County, Montana; and Tract 2AB in the West Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 35, Township 27 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M. Flathead County, Montana The Flathead County Lake and Lakeshore Protection Regulations are on file for public inspection at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th Street West, Kalispell, Montana, and on the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office's website at: http://flathead.mt.gov/planning_zoning/downloads.php. Documents related to the proposed Major Lakeshore Variance are also on for file for public inspection at the Office of the Flathead County Board of Commissioners and at the Planning and Zoning Office. The public hearing will be held on the 30th day of September, 2019 at 9:00 o'clock a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, Third Floor, Old Courthouse, Kalispell, Montana. At the public hearing, the Board of Commissioners will give the public an opportunity to be heard regarding the proposed major variance request. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing if received by the Flathead County Commissioners' Office at least three business days prior to the hearing. DATED this 19th day of August, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Philip B. Mitchell Philip B. Mitchell, Chairman September 8, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 26491 CRESTON RURAL FIRE DISTRICT BOARD VACANCY Letters of interest are being accepted for an open seat on the Creston Rural Fire District's Board of Trustees. The unexpired term will begin upon appointment and run through the next District election in May of 2020. Please note that you must be an elector (an individual qualified to vote under state law) who resides in the Creston Rural Fire District or any holder of title to lands within the District who presents a proof of payment of taxes on the lands within the District in order to be considered for the position. Letters of interest are being accepted by the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners until 5:00pm on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at the following address: Flathead County Commissioners' Office, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, MT 59901. Letters can also be emailed to malbertson@flathead.mt.gov. For more information, please call 758-5537. September 8, 15, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 26486 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by GRANT S. SNELL, as successor Trustee, of the public sale of the real property hereinafter described pursuant to the "Small Tract Financing Act of Montana" (Section 71-1-301, et seq., MCA). The following information is provided: THE NAME OF THE GRANTORS, ORIGINAL TRUSTEE, THE BENEFICIARY IN THE DEED OF TRUST, ANY SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE BENEFICIARY OR GRANTORS, ANY SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, AND THE PRESENT RECORD OWNER IS/ARE: Grantors: Jon A. Dews and Patricia H. Dews ("Grantor") Trustee: Grant S. Snell (the "Trustee") Beneficiary: Richard G. Dews (the "Beneficiary") Present Record Owner: Patricia H. Dews THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY COVERED BY THE DEED OF TRUST IS: The real property and its appurtenances in Flathead County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 6 of Block 1 of Monte Vista, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the clerk and recorder of Flathead County, Montana. Excepting therefrom that portion conveyed to the Montana Department of Transportation in Bargain and Sale Deed recorded May 30, 2002 as Doc. No. 2002-150-09000. RECORDING DATA: The following instruments and documents have been recorded in the Clerk and Recorder's Office in Flathead County, Montana. Deed of Trust dated August 1, 2018, and recorded August 2, 2018, under Instrument No. 2018-000-17057, records of Flathead County, Montana THE DEFAULT FOR WHICH THE FORECLOSURE IS MADE IS: The loan has matured and the borrower is due in full for all principal, interest and fees. THE SUMS OWING ON THE OBLIGATION SECURED BY THE DEED OF TRUST AS OF JULY 18, 2019, ARE: Principal: $207,000.00 Interest: Interest continues to accrue at a rate of 2.760% per annum. As of July 18, 2019, the interest balance is $86,453.18 and interest accrues at the rate of $15.65 per day. Late fees: $0.00 The Beneficiary anticipates and intends to disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the real property, and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts or taxes are paid by the Grantors or successor in interest to the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of the sale include the Trustee's and attorney's fees, and costs and expenses of sale. THE TRUSTEE, AT THE DIRECTION OF THE BENEFICIARY, HEREBY ELECTS TO SELL THE PROPERTY TO SATISFY THE AFORESAID OBLIGATIONS. THE DATE, TIME, PLACE AND TERMS OF SALE ARE: Date: December 12, 2019 Time: 11:00 a.m., Mountain Standard Time or Mountain Daylight Time, whichever is in effect. Place: At the offices of Crowley Fleck PLLP, 1667 Whitefish Stage #101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Terms: This sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, and excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. Dated this 31st day of July, 2019. /s/ Grant S. Snell GRANT S. SNELL Trustee STATE OF MONTANA :ss. County of Flathead This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 31st day of July, 2019, by Grant S. Snell, as Trustee. /s/ Kelly A. Baisch Printed name:Kelly A. Baisch Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at: Kalispell, Montana My commission expires: July 17, 2022 File No.: 025419-000001 September 8, 15, 22, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 26485 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on December 30, 2019, at 11:00 AM at the East door of the Flathead County Justice Center located at 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901, the following described real property situated in Flathead County, State of Montana: Lot 77 of Buffalo Stage Phase III, according to the official plat thereof, filed in Official Records of Flathead County, Montana.. More commonly known as 14 Bruyer Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meegan R. Berreth, as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Alliance Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for American Homestead Mortgage, its successors and assigns , by Deed of Trust on February 6, 2008, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Flathead County, State of Montana, on February 11, 2008 as Instrument No. 200800003719, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: Selene Finance LP Assignment Dated: March 22, 2019 Assignment Recorded: April 1, 2019 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 201900006003 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Flathead County, Montana Brian J. Porter is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, State of Montana, on August 9, 2019 as Instrument No. 201900018246, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning June 1, 2018, 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 $305,174.57, interest in the sum of $17,133.60, escrow advances of $8,075.44, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $3,052.71 for a total amount owing of $333,436.32, 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 21st day of August, 2019. Brian J. Porter, Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 54183 September 8, 15, 22, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 26473 Lori B. Miller Lori B. Miller, P.C. P.O. Box 4955 Whitefish, MT 59937 Telephone (406) 730-2752 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FLATHEAD COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of THOMAS P. BURTON Deceased. Case No. DP-19-201D NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Paul H. Burton has been appointed as 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 Lori B. Miller, P.C., attorney for the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at P.O. Box 4955, Whitefish, Montana, 59937, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. Dated this 23rd day of August 2019. LORI B. MILLER, P.C. By: Lori B. Miller Lori B. Miller, Attorney at Law September 1, 8, 15, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

No. 26487 Jason J. Henderson MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 2nd Ave E Dickinson, ND 58601 Phone: 701-227-1841 Fax: 701-225-6878 Attorney for the Plaintiff jhenderson@mackoff.com MT Bar #11414 MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, FLATHEAD COUNTY Federal National Mortgage Association, Plaintiff vs. Dennis M. Pewitt; Dorothy E. Pewitt; Constance S. Davis, and all persons known or unknown claiming an interest to the property, Defendants. Cause No. DV-15-2018-0000151 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, DENNIS M. PEWITT AND DOROTHY E. PEWITT: You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint 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 Answer and serve a copy thereof upon the Plaintiff'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 appear or Answer, Judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This action relates to a declaratory judgment and easement action involving the following described real properties in the County of Flathead, State of Montana: 1) That portion of the NW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 in Section 27, Township 27 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana described as follows: Commencing at the North Quarter corner of Section 27 at a found brass cap; thence South 40°25`32" East a distance of 484.29 feet to a set 5/8" rebar on the centerline of an existing 60` road and utility easement and the True Point of Beginning; thence along said easement the following three courses: Thence at a point of curvature, along a curve to the right with a radial bearing of South 66°59`12" East, a radius of 186.59 feet through a central angle of 72°13`56", for an arc length of 235.23 feet to a set 5/8" rebar and to a point of curvature; thence on a curve to the left with a radial bearing of South 05°14`45" West, a radius of 116.11 feet; through a central angle of 70°23`17" for an arc length of 142.64 feet, to a set 5/8" rebar and a point of tangency having a radial bearing of South 65°08`33" East; thence North 24°51`27" East a distance of 61.02 feet to a set 5/8" rebar; thence leaving said easement South 64°49`00" East a distance of 466.68 feet to a set 5/8" rebar; thence South 33°52`15" West a distance of 459.09 feet to a set 5/8" rebar; thence North 55°14`52" West a distance of 604.74 feet to a set 5/8" rebar, which point is on the centerline of said easement and the Point of Beginning. Parcel A of Certificate of Survey No. 15253. TOGETHER WITH a non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes over and across the grantors remaining property in the NW1/4 NE1/4 as depicted on Certificate of Survey No. 15253. 2) The Northwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 27, Township 27 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Excepting therefrom Parcel A of Certificate of Survey No. 15253, Records of Flathead County, Montana. 3) The East half of the Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 27, Township 27 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana, described as follows: Tract 23 of Certificate of Survey No. 3346 Excepting therefrom Parcel 2 of Certificate of Survey No. 18715, Records of Flathead County, Montana. 4) A tract of land situated, lying and being in the Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter and in the East half of the Northwest quarter of Section 27, Township 27 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana, and more particularly described as follows to wit: Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No. 19222. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court, this 3 day of September, 2019. Peg L. Allison, Clerk of the District Court By /s/ Ayla Hill Dated this 28th day of August, 2019. MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Ave E Dickinson ND 58601 Phone: 701-227-1841 Fax: 701-225-6878 Attorney for the Plaintiff jhenderson@mackoff.com MT Bar #11414 By /s/ Jason J. Henderson, Attorney September 8, 15, 22, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

No. 26480 MERIDIAN MINI STORAGE AUCTION The following units will be auctioned off on September 14, 2019 at 157 N MERIDIAN RD, STE 109 AT 9 AM KEATON HARDWICK, JOANN NEVINS, JAMES DRIES, DANIEL AYERS, JOSIE BRAMALL, JUSTIN FEDOR, TONYA DALTON (2), NICKOLA/FRED STEIN, JOSE NISHIKAWA, COLIN TIMM, JOHN FAUSTINO, AMY PRICE, JAMES DAILEY, THOMAS CARMICHAEL, AMANDA MCKEE, RAY WACHLIN The following units will be auctioned off at 1073 WHITEFISH STAGE ROAD immediately following the auction at 157 N MERIDIAN ROAD JOEY GOVE, JESSICA OGREN, MICHAEL HUEKHANG (3), JESSICA HANCOCK, ALEX SELDERS, JESSICA RODG ERS, SHANE EDWARDS September 4, 8, 11, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 26454 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Montana Department of Transportation will sell at public auction, with reserve, to the highest bidder, the following described real estate: A tract of land being situated in the SW1/4NW1/4 of Section 28, Township 31 North, Range 19 West, P.M., M., Flathead County, Montana, more particularly described as Lot 2A of the Amended Plat # 20190046, Document # 201900013473, to Lots 2, 3, 4, & 5 of Nita's Bide A Wee Tracts, containing an area of 0.68 acres, more or less. The auction will be held beginning at 11:30am on Thursday, October 10, 2019 in Conference Rooms A & B on the 2nd floor of the Flathead City County Health Dept. aka Earl Bennett Building, 1035 1st Ave. W., Kalispell, Montana. Terms: 10% down payment by check at auction. The auction is complete when the auctioneer announces that the down payment has been paid. The appraised value of this land is $56,450.00. Under statutory restrictions, the State cannot accept any bid under 90% of the appraised value. The property is being sold AS IS. Sale will be conducted pursuant to the Montana Code Annotated. Additional information and a copy of the "Detailed Terms and Conditions" of the sale may be obtained from the Real Estate Services Section, Right-of-Way Bureau, Montana Department of Transportation, Attn: Jenna Bousman, 2701 Prospect Avenue, P.O. Box 201001, Helena, Montana, 59620- 1001, phone (406) 444-9272 or TTY 1-800-335-7592 for the hearing impaired. STATE OF MONTANA - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Right-of-Way Bureau Helena, Montana September 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, October 2, 6, 9, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________