Legals for May, 2 2023
2023 MRSC ROSTERS SMALL PUBLIC WORKS, CONSULTANT, and VENDOR ROSTERS FOR PARTICIPATING WASHINGTON STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES LOCATED IN EASTERN WASHINGTON The Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington (MRSC) hereby advertises on behalf of the below listed local government agencies in Washington State (local governments) in Eastern Washington (Okanogan, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Adams, Whitman, Garfield, Asotin, Spokane, Lincoln, Ferry Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties), including - but not limited to - cities (Title 35 RCW and Title 35A RCW), counties (Title 36 RCW), port districts (Title 53 RCW), water-sewer districts (Title 57 RCW), irrigation districts (Title 83 RCW), school districts and educational service districts (Title 28A RCW), fire districts (Title 52 RCW), transit agencies (e.g., Ch. 35.58 RCW, Ch. 36.57A RCW, Ch. 36.73 RCW, Title 81 RCW), and public utility districts (Title 54 RCW), for their projected needs for small public works, and for consulting services throughout 2023. Additionally, MRSC advertises on behalf of some local government for their projected needs for vendor services throughout 2023. Interested businesses may apply at any time by visiting the MRSC Rosters website at www.mrscrosters.org. For questions about MRSC Rosters, email mrscrosters@mrsc.org. Some or all of the listed local governments may choose to use the MRSC Rosters service to select businesses. Master contracts for certain types of work may be required. SMALL PUBLIC WORKS ROSTERS: Service categories include construction, building, renovation, remodeling, alteration, repair, or improvement of real property as referenced in RCW 39.04.155. Sub-categories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. CONSULTANT ROSTERS: Service categories include architectural, engineering, and surveying services as referenced in Chapter 39.80 RCW, as well as other personal and professional consulting services. Sub-categories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. VENDOR ROSTERS: Service categories include supplies, materials, and equipment not being purchased in connection with public works contracts and limited service contracts as referenced in RCW 39.04.190. Subcategories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. A list of currently subscribing local governments that have their Small Works Roster, Consultant Roster, and Vendor Roster hosted by MRSC Rosters can be found at https://www.mrscrosters.org/participating-agencies or by contacting the MRSC Rosters Program Coordinator at 206-625-1300 ext. 14. New local government agencies may join at any time. The list reflects current active agencies. #06001/8907 Pub: June 1, 2023
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #835 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8.09 ENTITLED GARBAGE SERVICE CHARGES, “APPENDIX G”, Rates Effective July 1, 2023. Passed by the City Council of the City of Warden, Washington, this 9th day of May, 2023. Any person may obtain the full text of this ordinance by mail without charge upon request. #06003/9146 Pub: May 19, 2023 and June 1, 2023
NOTICE OF STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE The City of Royal City has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) under the SEPA rules (Washington Administrative Code Chapter 197-11) for the completion of the City’s Wastewater Facilities Plan (WWFP). The WWFP identifies potential improvements to the existing wastewater treatment facility that are necessary to meet projected sanitary sewer treatment needs over the next 20 years. In addition to completing the non-ground-disturbing planning document (WWFP), the City intends to install two groundwater monitoring wells. The proposed monitoring wells would be installed within city limits at the City’s existing wastewater treatment facility located in Section 6 of Township 16 North, Range 26 East. After reviewing the completed SEPA Checklist and additional supporting information filed with the Washington State Department of Ecology, the City has determined that this proposal will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. The DNS and SEPA documents are available for public review at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street N.E., Royal City, Washington, 99357, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The public is invited to comment on this DNS by submitting written comments no later than June 9, 2023, to the attention of Shilo Christensen, Finance Director, at the above address above #06005/9368 Pub: May 25, 2023 & June 1, 2023
WASHINGTON STATE SUPERIOR COURT COUNTY OF GRANT United States Department of Agriculture | (USDA), | No. | Plaintiff, | SUMMONS (60 days) v. | | Eddie L. Rayoum, an individual and martial | community; Alice F. Rayoum, an individual | and martial community; and John and Jane | Does I through X; occupants of the subject | real property; and all other persons or parties | unknown claiming any right, title, interest, | lien or Estate in the property herein describe. | | Defendants. | ____________________________________ | TO THE DEFENDANTS: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above entitled court by United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”), hereinafter “Plaintiff”. Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written complaint, a copy of which is available upon request and is on file with the court. You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after 28th day of March, 2023 and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiff at their office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. The purpose of this suit is to foreclosure on your interest in the following described property: The North 36 feet of Lot 19 and the South 27 feet of Lot 20, Block 11, Ephrata Heights First Addition to Ephrata, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, page 4, records of Grant County, Washington. Which is located at: 140 H St. SE, Ephrata, WA 98823. In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the person signing the summons within 60 days after the service of this summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what he or she asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered. IMPORTANT NOTICE If judgment is taken against you, either by default or after hearing by the court, your property will be sold at public auction. You may prevent the sale by paying the amount of the judgment at any time prior to the sale. If your property is sold, you may have the right to redeem the property during the redemption period if applicable, by paying the amount for which the property was sold, plus interest and costs of the sale. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. This summons is issued pursuant to rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington and RCW 4.28.100(7). Dated this 7th day of March, 2023. WONG FLEMING /s/ Wong Fleming_____________ Vanessa Moore, WSBA #52668 Attorney for Plaintiff #05001/6441 Pub: March 28, 2023, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023 & May 2, 2023
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR Patton Boulevard & Loring Drive Signal Project 2023”, will be received by the Grant County Department of Public Works, located at 124 Enterprise St. S.E., Ephrata, WA, 98823, until Tuesday, May 02, 2023 at 9:00 A.M. and will then and there be opened and publicly read. All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. No conditional bid bond will be accepted. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish a satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Grant County. Maps, plans and specifications may be purchased from the office of the County Engineer, 124 Enterprise St. S.E., Ephrata, WA 98823, upon payment of the amount of $25.00 (non-refundable). Informational copies of the maps, plans and specifications are on file for inspection at the Grant County Public Works Building, 124 Enterprise St. S.E., Ephrata, WA 98823, and in various plan centers located in Washington. The Board of County Commissioners of Grant County, Washington, reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The award of this contract, if made, will be to the lowest responsible bidder. The improvement for which bids will be received follows: Patton Boulevard & Loring Drive Signal Project 2023 This contract provides for removing the existing traffic signal cabinet and signal controller at Patton Boulevard and Loring Drive in rural Grant County Washington, and install a replacement McCain 350i ATC traffic signal cabinet, controller, and battery backup system. The Contractor shall install the County provided LED count down pedestrian modules, new pedestrian push buttons, 12” LED red, yellow, & green balls, and Wavetronix Smart Sensor Digital Wave Radar traffic detection system. #05003/7052 Pub: March 29, 2023, April 5, 12, 19, 26, 2023 & May 2, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD May 09, 2023, at 3:15 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a petition to amend Section 6.08.650 “Special regulations to specific lakes in Grant County” of the Grant County Code, adding Warden Lake. Full context of the ordinance can be requested by contacting the Commissioner’s Office. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Grant County is also providing access to this scheduled hearing via WebEx audio. To participate in the hearing please call in to the hearing at 1 (408) 418-9388 and enter the access code (2483 386 7206) followed by password (26220629), you will be joined to the meeting in a ‘muted’ status until such time as the hearing allows for public testimony. If you have any questions about this procedure, please call the Commissioner’s Office in advance of the hearing. Brittany E. Lutz Deputy Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #05004/7607 Pub: April 23, 2023 & May 2, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD May 23, 2023, at 3:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider dissolving Pelican Point Park and Recreation District # 2 of Grant County (pursuant to RCW 36.96). This district has been inactive for a five-year period. Full context of the ordinance can be requested by contacting the Commissioner’s Office. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Grant County is also providing access to this scheduled hearing via WebEx audio. To participate in the hearing please call in to the hearing at 1 (408) 418-9388 and enter the access code (2490 798 7672) followed by the password (26220629), you will be joined to the meeting in a ‘muted’ status until such time as the hearing allows for public testimony. If you have any questions about this procedure, please call the Commissioner’s Office in advance of the hearing. Brittany E. Lutz Deputy Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #05005/7609 Pub: May 2, 9, 16, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD May 23, 2023, at 3:15 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider dissolving Airport Parks and Recreation District #1 Of Grant County (pursuant to RCW 36.96). This district has been inactive for a five-year period. Full context of the ordinance can be requested by contacting the Commissioner’s Office. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Grant County is also providing access to this scheduled hearing via WebEx audio. To participate in the hearing please call in to the hearing at 1 (408) 418-9388 and enter the access code (2490 798 7672) followed by password (26220629), you will be joined to the meeting in a ‘muted’ status until such time as the hearing allows for public testimony. If you have any questions about this procedure, please call the Commissioner’s Office in advance of the hearing. Brittany E. Lutz Deputy Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #05006/7610 Pub: May 2, 9, 16, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 09, 2023 at 3:30p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to declare surplus Public Works county-owned property and order the sale thereof via public auction at www.publicsurplus.com to the highest bidder. If you would like to receive the list of miscellaneous surplus items, please contact the Commissioner’s Office. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Grant County is also providing access to this scheduled hearing via WebEx audio. To participate in the hearing please call in to the hearing at 1 (408) 418-9388 and enter the access code (2483 386 7206) followed by password (26220629), you will be joined to the meeting in a ‘muted’ status until such time as the hearing allows for public testimony. If you have any questions about this procedure, please call the Commissioner’s Office in advance of the hearing. Brittany Lutz Deputy Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #05007/7616 Pub: April 25, 2023 & May 2, 2023
Advertisement For Bids Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc. invites separate sealed Bids for: Bid Package 1 – HVAC Bid Package 2 – Fire Suppression Bid Package 3 – Electrical/Communication/Security Bid Package 4 – Plumbing (remaining bid packages to follow at a later date) For the construction of the: Columbia Basin Hospital ED Modernization 200 Nat Washington Way Ephrata, WA 98823 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project includes a remodel and addition to expand the emergency department and support spaces at Columbia Basin Hospital. The existing ED is to receive an addition to the south, followed by the remodel of existing interior spaces. The project is being delivered via Washington State’s GC/CM Program for Public District Hospitals and is subject to RCW 39.10, all applicable codes and standards including prevailing wage and project close-out requirements. Project phasing will be required to maintain patient services during construction. Sealed bids must be received by Cheryl Bodi, Columbia Basin Hospital at 200 Nat Washington Way Ephrata, WA no later than Thursday, May 11th, 2023 at 1pm. Bids will be publicly opened immediately thereafter. All Bids shall remain valid for a period of 60 calendar days. A mandatory pre-bid walkthrough, for Bid Packages 1-4 only, will be held on Thursday, May 4th at 1pm. At Columbia Basin Hospital’s main entrance. Additional bid packages will be announced at a later date. Direct questions to Jodi Polak, Project Manager, Belsaas & Smith Construction, jodip@belsmith.com, 509-925-9747. Bid Documents are available for free download to licensed contractors by contacting John McLean, Principal Architect: john@brdstudio.com. A bid bond payable to Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc. in the amount of 5% of the base bid amount shall accompany base bids exceeding $300,000. All bids and qualifications will be received and evaluated. Grant County Public Hospital Dist. No. 3, Owner and Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc., General Contractor/Construction Manager may reject any bid at its discretion and waive technicalities or irregularities. Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc. may request clarification or confirmation of information submitted, and additional information from bidders to determine the ability of the Bidder to perform the work. After careful consideration of all bids and factors, the award will be offered to the bidder that best serves the interest of the Project Owner. Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc., General Contractor/Construction Manager intends to bid on Bid Package 10 – Demolition/Concrete/Carpentry/Metal and Wood Doors/Specialties/Landscape. #04050/8181 Pub: April 27, 2023 & May 2, 2023