Legals for January, 19 2024
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.108 1st Ave South, Suite 450 Seattle, WA 98104 Trustee Sale No.: WA-23-959133-BB Title Order No.: 230225697-WA-MSI Reference Number of Deed of Trust: Instrument No.1351722 Parcel Number(s): 091483000 Grantor(s) for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015: ERIC S GRUBER UNMARRIED MAN, AS HIS SEPARATE ESTATE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust and Grantee (for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015): U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION Current Loan Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Selene Finance, LP I.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, the undersigned Trustee, will on 2/2/2024, at 10:00 AM At the Police Justice County Building, 411 South Balsam Street, Moses Lake, WA 98837 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of GRANT, State of Washington, to-wit: TRACT 16, GARDEN HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 10, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 953 S GARDEN DR, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837-2117 Subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/4/2015, recorded 8/19/2015, under Instrument No.1351722 records of GRANT County, Washington, from ERIC S GRUBER UNMARRIED MAN, AS HIS SEPARATE ESTATE, as grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as original trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC., A CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as original beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was subsequently assigned to U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, the Beneficiary, under an assignment recorded under Auditors File Number 1478905 II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust as referenced in RCW 61.21.030(4) is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $13,471.59. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $134,221.91, together with interest as provided in the Note from 12/1/2022 on, and such other costs, fees, and charges as are due under the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above- described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 2/2/2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 1/22/2024 (11 days before the sale date), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 1/22/2024 (11 days before the sale), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 1/22/2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s) by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. The list of recipients of the Notice of Default is listed within the Notice of Foreclosure provided to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s). These requirements were completed as of 8/23/2023. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS – The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You may be eligible for mediation. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/i ndex.cfm?webListAction=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear Additional information provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. The Trustee’s Sale Number is WA-23-959133- BB. Dated: 9/25/2023 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, as Trustee By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Address: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 450, Seattle, WA 98104 For questions call toll-free: (866) 925-0241 Trustee Sale Number: WA-23-959133-BB Sale Line: 916-939-0772 or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com IDSPub #0188556 12/29/2023 1/19/2024 #01002/14946 Pub: December 29, 2023 & January 19, 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE – The Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, in accordance with RCW 17.10.090, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 9:45 a.m., for the purpose of gathering input for the 2024 county wide noxious weed list, in accordance with the adopted 2024 state noxious weed list. The hearing will be held in-person at the Bureau of Reclamation building, 32 C St NW, Room 304B, Ephrata, WA, and via Webex. Please call (509) 237-4567 ahead of the hearing time for remote attendance instructions. To request a list of proposed changes, please contact us through our website at www.grantcountyweedboard.org, or call (509) 754-2011, Ext. 4710. Written comments may be submitted before the hearing through our website or can be mailed to PO Box 1115, Ephrata, WA, 98823. Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman; Wes Sieg, Vice-Chairman; Summer Sahli, Director; Chuck Sandmann, Director Publish 1/16/24; 1/19/24 #01010/17894 Pub: January 16 & 19, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE – The January meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 10:15 a.m. The meeting will be held in-person at the Bureau of Reclamation building, 32 C St NW, Room 304B, Ephrata, WA, and via Webex. Please call (509) 237-4567 ahead of the meeting time for remote attendance instructions. Meeting updates will be posted on our website at www.grantcountyweedboard.org. Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman; Wes Sieg, Vice-Chairman; Summer Sahli, Director; Chuck Sandmann, Director Publish 1/16/24; 1/19/24 #01011/17895 Pub: January 16 & 19, 2024
PORT OF MOSES LAKE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS JAPANESE/KOREAN CONSULTING AND MARKETING SERVICES The Port of Moses Lake invites proposals for Japanese/Korean Consulting and Marketing services. Proposals are due to the Port Office by 2:00 p.m. on January 29, 2024. The Port seeks services encompassing the traditional scope of work including Japanese/Korean Consultation and Marketing. If you have any questions, please submit via email to rhanover@portofmoseslake.com. All question(s) will receive responses via email and distributed to all respondents by 5:pm on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Delivery: Proposals may be mailed or hand-delivered to: Port of Moses Lake Attn: Richard Hanover 7810 Andrews St NE, Ste 200 Moses Lake, WA 98837 Emailed response will not be accepted. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: a) Must be able to interpret English to Japanese and Japanese to English verbally and written form. b) Must be well-versed in Japanese culture and business etiquette, familiar with international variances in both personal and business cultural. c) Must have a bachelor’s degree or 5-years of related Marketing & Public Relations experience. The Port of Moses Lake reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive technicalities, irregularities and/or to accept any proposal if such action is believed to be in the best interest of the Port. Port of Moses Lake - RFQ Japanese/Korean Consulting and Marketing Services Page 1 of 4 STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS 1. Description of your company and the services it can provide, including an explanation of how these services will best meet the Port’s needs. Highlighting customer service, client relationship and setting/meeting sales goals; as well as skills in managing, prospecting, planning, organizing, negotiating, and closing. 2. Résumés for individuals directly responsible for the Port’s account. 3. A list of references regarding the reputation and qualifications of the company; minimum of three. 4. Proposals shall clearly set forth fees or fee structure to be charged for services. A flat fee proposal is preferable, with additional services available for a negotiated hourly rate. 5. Disclose all relevant facts pertaining to: a. Past, present or planned interests of the proposer (including all consultants and contractors which may result, or could be viewed as a conflict of interest in connection with the Consultant/Marketing Firm and; b. Current contractual relationships with the Port of Moses Lake and any past, present, or planned contractual or employment relations with any officer or employee of the Port of Moses Lake. Identify steps taken or will be taken to avoid, neutralize or mitigate any organizational conflicts of interest described herein. SCOPE OF WORK The focus of this work with be with Japanese and Korean trade, and the Japanese and Korean Communities in the US. 1. Provides both verbal and written translation and consultation to the Port for marketing purposes. 2. Develops new prospects and interacts with international customers to increase our brand image and new business development opportunities. 3. Reports to the Director of Business Development, occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. 4. Assists in modification of content of sales presentations to meet the targeted audience. 5. Brokers communication through relationship building with the Port and current/future customers. 6. Inputs all communication to the CRM system in real time. OTHER SPECIFICATIONS 1. The Port’s Consultant/Marketing firm may be asked to attend Commission meetings or other meetings as needed by the Port Commission or Port Staff. Unless specifically requested, virtual meeting attendance is acceptable. 2. The Port’s Consultant/Marketing firm must be available by phone, e-mail, and/or by virtual meeting. A timely response is required; this may include odd hours due to people located in multiple time zones. Note: The Port does not offer space for offices in a Port location. EVALUATION PROCESS Step 1: Written proposals will be initially evaluated for compliance requirements, if successful you will proceed to the next step. Step 2: Written proposals will be assessed by the Evaluation Committee, comprised of one (1) Port Commissioner and (2) Port Staff. Step 3: Respondents with the highest score will be selected. If you receive a high score and tied with other candidate(s), you will be extended an invitation to interview. Step 4: The Port will conduct reference checks and internal credentialling of the finalist, then the winning candidate will be notified as determined by the Evaluation Committee. Step 5: Initiate negotiations with the selected candidate. Step 6: If negotiations collapse, the Port reserves the right to rescind an initial offer and resume negotiations with another finalist. EVALUATION For selection of the finalist consultant/marketing firm, the written proposals will be scored using the following scoring system: 1) Consultant/Marketing Firm’s experience (e.g. length of time in business, management of international relationships and other matters relating to relevant experience). 25% 2) Reputation and qualifications of the specific individuals to be assigned to act as Port Consultant/Marketing firm. 25% 3) The competitiveness of the Consultant/Marketing Firm’s fee structure. 25% 4) The Consultant/Marketing Firm’s approach to conflict-of-interest management. 15% 5) Familiarity with the Port of Moses Lake and its activities. 10% INSTRUCTIONS All JAPANESE/KOREAN CONSULTING AND MARKETING SERVICES proposals must be received by 2:pm on January 29, 2024. Four (4) copies of the proposal must be presented, emails will not be accepted. All proposals are to be delivered or mailed to: Port of Moses Lake Attn: Richard Hanover 7810 Andrews St NE, Ste 200 Moses Lake, WA 98837 #01045/18432 Pub: January 12, 19, 2024
Advertisement For Bids Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc. invites separate sealed Bids for: Bid Package 8 - Roofing 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 at Columbia Basin Hospital. 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. Sealed bids must be received by Cheryl Bodi, Columbia Basin Hospital at 200 Nat Washington Way Ephrata, WA no later than Thursday, Feb 1st, 2024 at 1pm. Bids will be publicly opened immediately thereafter. All Bids shall remain valid for a period of 60 calendar days. Bid Documents are available for free download to licensed contractors by contacting Jodi Polak, Project Manager, Belsaas & Smith Construction, jodip@belsmith.com, 509-925-9747. 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 District No. 3, Owner 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 Owner. #01051/1548 Pub: January 15, 22, 2024
NEWS RELEASE PREPARATION FOR LOGIC AND ACCURACY TEST In preparation for the February 13, 2024 Special Election, a Logic and Accuracy Test will be performed. A “test deck” of ballots will be scanned. This test verifies that the system will correctly count the votes cast for all candidates and measures appearing on the ballot. The test will take place in the Grant County Election Department, Room 203, Monday, January 22nd, 2024 at 10 a.m. Observers are welcome to come into our office to watch or you can go online to observe this process. You would go to the Grant County Elections website, https://www.grantcountywa.gov/270/Elections and once you get to the main page, it will let you click on the “live feed” button to observe. #01061/18710 Pub: January 19, 2024
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT In re the Estate of: | NO: 23-4-00238-13 | PROBATE NOTICE OF CREDITORS MELVIN RAY BRICE, | | RCW 11.40.030 Deceased. | | The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c) or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors: January 16, 2024 Date of first publication: January 19, 2024 Personal Representative: Carolynne Brice Attorney for Personal Representative: Huberdeau Law Office, PS Address for Mailing or Service: 821 E. Sharon Ave., Moses Lake, WA 98837 /s/Carolynne Brice Carolynne Brice, Personal Representative HUBERDEAU LAW OFFICE, PS By:/s/Jeremy S Huberdeau Jeremy S. Huberdeau WSBA #35428 Attorney for the Personal Representative 821 E. Sharon Ave. Moses Lake, WA 98837 Telephone: (509) 765-1196 Fax: (509) 765-1799 #02006/18718 Pub: January 19, 26, 2024 & February 2, 2024