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No. 28659 NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER FOR SALE FLATHEAD NATIONAL FOREST The Tiny Timber Sale is located within Portions of Sec. 3-5,9,10, T31N, R24W; Portions of Sec. 34,35, T32N, R24W, Flathead County, State of Montana, PMM. The Forest Service will receive sealed bids by either appointment or mail only, with the accompanying bid guarantee. If submitting bids by mail, refer to General Section of Prospectus to ensure mailed bids will be considered as received by the bid date. Bids must be received, on or prior to; at SO, Kalispell, MT at 2:00 PM local time on 06/28/2022 for an estimated volume of 1679 ton of Douglas-fir and Other sawtimber, and 18933 ton of Lodgepole Pine sawtimber marked or otherwise designated for cutting. In addition, there is within the sale area an estimated volume of 16708 ton of Combined Softwood non-saw that the bidder agrees to remove at a fixed rate. Sale contains specified roads with an estimated public works construction cost of $176,571.58. Bidders qualifying as small business concerns under the Small Business Act may, when submitting a bid, elect for the Forest Service to build permanent roads. Additional information concerning this option is in the prospectus. The Forest Service reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Interested parties may obtain a prospectus, and complete information concerning the timber, the conditions of sale, and submission of bids by contacting the Sale Officer at: 650 Wolfpack Way Kalispell, MT or by obtaining the sale information from the Forest Web page at www.fs.usda.gov/ resources/flathead/landmanagement/resourcemanagement. Bid forms must be obtained from the office listed above or by contacting the sale officer. Bidders not submitting their bid by mail, must contact the sale officer at 406.758.5290 to arrange for an appointment to submit their bid The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. May 29, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28663 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on September 30, 2022, at 11:00 AM at the East door of the Flathead County Justice Center, 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT, the following described real property situated in Flathead County, State of Montana: Lot 40 of Wettington Acres, Phase 2A, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. More commonly known as 278 Swiss Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jason Micklewright, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Insured Titles, 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, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on March 7, 2018, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Flathead County, State of Montana, on March 7, 2018 as Instrument No. 201800004520, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Assignment Dated: August 19, 2019 Assignment Recorded: August 19, 2019 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 201900019018 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Flathead 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 Flathead County, State of Montana, on April 29, 2022 as Instrument No. 202200011095, 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 September 1, 2019, 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 $259,234.88, interest in the sum of $35,158.65, escrow advances of $5,523.60, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $243.07 for a total amount owing of $300,160.20, 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 18th day of May, 2022. 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. MT10436 May 29, June 5, 12, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28660 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING KALISPELL CITY PLANNING BOARD AND ZONING COMMISSION JUNE 14, 2022 The regular meeting of the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14, 2022, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Kalispell City Council Chambers, Kalispell City Hall, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell. The public can participate in person in the Council Chambers or via videoconferencing. Register to join the video conference at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86591805342?pwd=YnJ6b213ZHVmMU16V2t2MFBnTkl3dz09 Public Comment can also be provided via email to planning@kalispell.com The planning board will hold a public hearing and take public comments on the agenda items listed below: Files #KPP-22-05, KPUD-22-03, and KZC-22-04 - A request from 520 Three Mile Drive Associates, LLC, for a zone change with a Residential Planned Unit Development ("PUD") overlay and major preliminary plat on approximately 20.0 acres of land. The development, called Aspen Creek West, would include 60 residential lots (31 detached single-family and 29 townhomes) along with roads, parks, and open space. The property is located at 520 Three Mile Drive and can be described as Tract 2 of Certificate of Survey Number 16428, located in the North Half of Section 11, Township 28 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. A full metes and bounds description is available upon request. File #KZTA-22-02 - A request from the City of Kalispell for a zoning text amendment amending Section 27.34.060 of the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance. The amendment would add a subsection outlining the process for determining fair market value of unimproved land for recreational amenities associated with multi-family developments. The amendment would also outline how equivalent funds could be used if they were to be paid to the City. The text amendment would apply to new multi-family developments with five or more units within the City of Kalispell. Documents pertaining to the agenda items are on file for public inspection at the Kalispell Planning Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901, and are available for public review during regular office hours. In addition, information on the agenda item is posted on our website at https://mt-kalispell.civicplus.com/314/Planning-Board under planning board "upcoming agenda." Interested persons are encouraged to present their views and concerns to the Planning Board. Written comments may be submitted to the Kalispell Planning Department at the above address, prior to the date of the hearing or work session, or you may call us at (406) 758-7940 or e-mail us at planning@kalispell.com for additional information. /s/Jarod Nygren/KB Jarod Nygren Development Services Director May 29, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28653 SECTION 001000 - INVITATION FOR BIDS AGATE COURT HOUSING PROJECT The Salish & Kootenai Housing Authority (hereinafter, "OWNER") will receive bids at 56243 U.S. Hwy 93, Pablo, MT 59864 until 3:00 p.m. local time, June 21, 2022, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud, for the construction of the Agate Court Housing Project. Bidding: BIDS will be accepted for consideration, until 3:00 p.m. local time on June 21, 2022, at the office of the Salish & Kootenai Housing Authority, in Pablo, Montana. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope (bidders submitting bids for multiple Lots may use one envelope) addressed to the Salish & Kootenai Housing Authority 56243 U.S. Hwy 93 Pablo, MT 59864 (if shipped) or Salish & Kootenai Housing Authority P.O. Box 38, Pablo, MT 59855 *if mailed*. Each sealed envelope containing a BID must be plainly marked on the outside as "BID for Agate Court Housing Project Lot # or Lots # __, #__." Bidder to indicate Lot Number(s) they are bidding on, and the envelope should bear on the outside, the name of the BIDDER, his or her address and his or her contractor license number. If forwarded by mail the sealed envelope containing the BID must be enclosed in another envelope addressed to the OWNER. All BIDS shall be submitted on the form provided in the specification Documents. All blank spaces must be filled in, in ink or typewritten. The BID form just be fully completed and executed when submitted. Any BIDS with conditions or qualifications will not be accepted only one copy of the BID form is required. Any BID may be withdrawn prior to the above scheduled time for the opening of BIDS or authorized postponement thereof. No BIDDER may withdraw a BID within thirty (30) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Should there be reasons why the CONTRACT cannot be awarded within the specified period, the time may be extended. Each BIDDER will provide a subcontractor and supplier list with their BID. *Mail delivery first passes through the Tribal mail room and is then delivered to the Housing Authority. Mailed BIDS, therefore, may not be received by the Housing Authority office before the BID Closing time and date unless mailing is allowed extra time. Mailed BIDS received by the Housing Authority after the BID closing time and date, will be considered non-responsive and will be returned unopened. The BIDDER will be responsible to ensure its mailed BID has been received before the BID Closing time and date. BIDS received after this time will not be accepted. No faxed BIDS will be allowed. Pre-BID Conference: A Pre-BID Conference will be held on June 7, 2022, at the Salish and Kootenai Housing Authority in Pablo, Montana, at 3:00 p.m. local time. All BIDDERS are required to attend. BID Documents: Project documents are available at www.architectswestplans.com. Bidders may download digital files at no cost; Hardcopy sets are available with a refundable deposit of $200 per set plus a non-refundable fee of $30 per set for handling to be submitted by separate checks. General Contractor may obtain two set of documents; Mech/Elec/First Tier subcontractors may obtain one set of documents via checks payable to Architects West and mailed to Abadan Reprographics, 603 E. 2nd Ave Spokane, WA 99202. Deposits will be returned on receipt of documents for a period of ten days after bid opening, provided they are complete and in clean, usable condition. Additional or partial sets may be purchased. Bidders are required to register as a plan holder at www.architectswestplans.com, and select "Add me as a Plan Holder". Questions regarding the plan room contact Auron (509) 747-2964 or repro@abadanspokane.com. A complete set of contract documents will also be filed with: Exchanges of Montana: (Missoula, Kalispell, Billings, Great Falls, Bozeman, Butte, and Helena) Associated Builders & Contractors, 1760 E. Trent Ave., Spokane, WA 99202 Abadan Regional Plan Center, 603 E. 2nd Ave. Spokane, WA 99202 Associated General Contractors, 1649 W. Shoreline Dr., Ste. 100, Boise, ID 83702 Spokane Regional Plan Center, 209 N. Havana, Spokane, WA 99202 BONDS: A BID GUARANTEE of not less than 5% of the total BID amount, payable to the OWNER, is required for all BIDS in excess of $25,000. The BID guarantee shall be a certified check, bank draft, U.S. BOND at par value or a BID BOND secured by a surety company. Personal checks are not acceptable. If Bidder is submitting a bid on multiple Lots, submit one combined Bond. The BID GUARANTEE will not be returned until the PERFORMANCE and PAYMENT BONDS are verified, executed and approved after which it will be returned. The proposal procedures and award of the CONTRACT will be conducted in accordance with the Instruction to BIDDERS (form HUD 5369), General Conditions of the CONTRACT for Construction (form HUD 5370), and the selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Indian Preference Ordinance 101A, in its most current form. A Performance BOND and a Payment BOND each in the amount of 100 percent (100%) of the CONTRACT price (with a corporate surety approved by the OWNER) will be required to ensure faithful performance of the CONTRACT. Attorneys-in-fact who sign BID BONDS or Payment BONDS and Performance BONDS must file with each BOND a certified and effective date copy of their power of attorney. The party(s) to whom the CONTRACT(s) are awarded will be required to execute the CONTRACT and obtain the Performance BOND and Payment BOND within ten (10) calendar days from the date when NOTICE OF AWARD is delivered to the BIDDER. The NOTICE OF AWARD shall be accompanied by the necessary CONTRACT and BOND forms. In case of failure of the BIDDER to execute the Contract, the OWNER, at his or her option consider the BIDDER in default, in which case the BID Bond accompanying the proposal shall become property of the OWNER. Within ten (10) days of receipt of the NOTICE OF AWARD, BIDDER shall sign the CONTRACT and return to such Party two executed duplicates of the CONTRACT, the acceptable Performance BOND, Payment Bond and Contract signed by the Party to whom the CONTRACT was awarded. Once the OWNER receives these documents they shall have fifteen (15) days to receive attorneys review and sign the CONTRACT. If the OWNER does not execute the CONTRACT within such period, the BIDDER may by written notice withdraw his or her signed CONTRACT. Such notice of withdrawal shall be effective upon receipt of the notice by the OWNER. The NOTICE TO PROCEED shall be issued within fifteen (15) days of the execution of the CONTRACT by the OWNER. Should there be reasons why the NOTICE TO PROCEED cannot be issued within such period; the time may be extended by mutual agreement between the OWNER and CONTRACTOR. If the NOTICE TO PROCEED has not been issued within the ten (10) day period or within the period mutually agreed upon, the CONTRACTOR may terminate the CONTRACT without further liability on the part of either party. This is an Indian Preference BID. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of BIDS. 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 that evidence of your membership or affiliation with a Tribe does not constitute Indian Preference Certification. You must be certified by the Indian Preference Office in order to claim preference. It is the sole responsibility of the BIDDER to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference Certification from the Indian Preference Office. Contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700, ext. 1045, or indianpreference@cskt.org. The project is funded by the Salish & Kootenai Housing Authority, therefore a Davis Bacon Wage rates are provided. This overall project is comprised of five (5) detached single family two-bedroom homes each on a specific Lot, with two being handicap accessible homes. Bidders may submit bids for one Lot/Home, or any number of Lot/Homes up to all five (5). Each BIDDER is responsible for reading and being thoroughly familiar with the BID Documents. The failure or omission of any BIDDER to do any of the foregoing shall in no way relieve any BIDDER from any obligation to his or her BID. Right to reject any and all BIDS: This advertisement for BIDS does not commit the OWNER to award a CONTRACT, nor to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the BIDS or to the procurement of supplies. The OWNER reserves the right to reject any and all BIDS, if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such BIDDER fails to satisfy the OWNER that such BIDDER is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the CONTRACT and to complete the work contemplated therein, to waive any informalities or irregularities and to re-advertise when it is in the best interest of the OWNER. The OWNER may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of the BIDDER to perform the work, and the BIDDER shall furnish to the OWNER all such information and data for this purpose as the OWNER may request. For questions, contact the Housing Authority: (406) 675-4491, ext. 1520, or nmichel@skha.org. Nolan Michel, Construction Coordinator Salish & Kootenai Housing Authority P.O. Box 38 Pablo, MT 59855 May 26, 29, June 2, 5, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28649 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION CORAM WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT, MONTANA Water Storage Tank Project May 19, 2022 The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has reviewed the above-named project. The project consists of installing a new 200,000-gallon water storage tank for the Coram Water and Sewer District (WSD). The additional water storage is needed for domestic and improved fire flows throughout the District. The proposed tank will be constructed immediately adjacent to the existing tank. The project will include all earthwork, piping, valves, level control equipment and appurtenances necessary to connect the new tank to the existing water transmission main. The project will also include the installation of submersible mixers for the new tank and for the existing tank. The Coram WSD is located approximately 2.5 miles north of Hungry Horse, Montana and the tank site is located in the southeast portion of the District. The District either owns or has easements with the private landowner for the existing and proposed water tank. The proposed tank site is generally surrounded by undeveloped property. Pursuant to ARM 17.40.318, the Department has concluded that the proposed project meets the Categorical Exclusion criteria of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA). The Categorical Exclusion may be revoked if the project is not initiated within the time period specified in the planning documents, a new or modified application is submitted, or new evidence demonstrates serious local or environmental issues exist, or state, local, tribal, or federal laws are violated. The documentation for the Categorical Exclusion is available for public review by contacting the following: Department of Environmental Quality State Revolving Fund Loan Program 1520 East Sixth Avenue Helena, MT 59601 Coram Water and Sewer District PO Box 130156 Coram, MT 59913 Sincerely, /s/ Mark A. Smith Mark A. Smith, SRF Program Manager Engineering Bureau Water Quality Division Montana Department of Environmental Quality May 29, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28639 MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, FLATHEAD COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Lorraine A. Olsen, Deceased. PROBATE NO. DP-22-175C NOTICE TO CREDITORS The undersigned GIVES NOTICE that he 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 the notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims may be mailed to Jerry D. Olsen, Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at Faerber Law Firm, PLLC., 725 South Main Street, Kalispell, Montana 59901, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 4th day of May, 2022. /s/ Jerry D. Olsen May 22, 29, June 5, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28656 City of Columbia Falls Public Notice Disposition of Surplus Property The Columbia Falls City Council has declared the following equipment surplus, obsolete, and no longer suitable for City purposes at a regular meeting held May 16, 2022: 1 large Amkus gas hydraulic power unit (approximately 25 years old) 1 small Amkus portable gas hydraulic power unit (approximately 20 years old) 1 240V Amkus electric hydraulic power unit (approximately 20 years old) 2 Amkus spreaders with spare tips (approximately 25 years old) 1 small Amkus cutter (approximately 25 years old) 1 speedway Amkus cutter (approximately 25 years old) 1 Amkus combination tool (approximately 25 years old) 1 Amkus hydraulic RAM with extension (approximately 25 years old) The City Council also declared their intent to sell or dispose of the surplus asset in the most efficient, cost effective manner, including public auction or sealed bids or to any political subdivision of the State of Montana. Any taxpayer wishing to comment on this action may do so by contacting Susan Nicosia, City Manager, City Hall, 130 6th Street West, Room A, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 or by calling 406-892-4391 within 15 days of the publication of this notice, June 13, 2022. Barb Staaland, City Clerk May 29, 2022 MNAXLP __________________________

No. 28600 NOTICE OF BOARD POSITION VACANCIES MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY Flathead County is seeking individuals who want to make a difference in their community by filling a vacancy on the Flathead County Planning Board. Letters of interest are being accepted for the remainder of a term vacated by a member. The term would begin immediately and run through December 31, 2023. This position is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Letters of interest including name, physical address, mailing address, daytime phone number and qualifications should be submitted to: Flathead County Planning & Zoning Office South Campus Building 40 11th Street West, Ste 220 Kalispell, MT 59901 All letters of interest should be received by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. For additional information and specific qualifications please call 751-8200 or visit our website: flathead.mt.gov/planning_zoning May 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 2022 MNAXLP