Legals for October, 30 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE The following measures will be submitted to voters on the November 5, 2024 General Election ballot: INITIATIVE TO THE PEOPLE 2066 – Initiative Measure No. 2066 concerns regulating energy services, including natural gas and electrification. This measure would repeal or prohibit certain laws and regulations that discourage natural gas use and/or promote electrification, and require certain utilities and local governments to provide natural gas to eligible customers. INITIATIVES TO THE LEGISLATURE 2109 – Initiative Measure No. 2109 concerns taxes. This measure would repeal an excise tax imposed on the sale or exchange of certain long-term capital assets by individuals who have annual capital gains of over $250,000. 2117 – Initiative Measure No. 2117 concerns carbon tax credit trading. This measure would prohibit state agencies from imposing any type of carbon tax credit trading, and repeal legislation establishing a cap and invest program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 2124 – Initiative Measure No. 2124 concerns state long term care insurance. This measure would provide that employees and self-employed people must elect to keep coverage under RCW 50B.04 and could opt-out any time. It would also repeal a law governing an exemption for employees. #10004/26422 Pub: October 30, 2024
Loan No: ******5372 TS No: 24-11049 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 RCW Grantor: MELANI A. GOMEZ Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: PREMIER MORTGAGE RESOURCES, L.L.C. Current Mortgage Servicer for the Deed of Trust: Servbank Current Trustee for the Deed of Trust: MICHELLE R. GHIDOTTI, ESQ. Trustee’s address is 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236, Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 (206) 331-3280 Trustee’s agent for service is Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, whose address is 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236 Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 Phone: (206) 525-1925 If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: 1481715 Parcel Number(s): 200952001 Abbr. Legal Description: PTN F.U. 304, IRR BLK 73, COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. 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 Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME(1-877-894-4663) . Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Web site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.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 Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on 11/8/2024, at 10:00 AM at At the Police Justice County Building, 401 Balsam Street, Moses Lake, WA 98837 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or 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: A PORTION OF FARM UNIT 304, IRRIGATION BLOCK 73, COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT, GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, SITUATED IN THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH, RANGE 23 EWM, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 14; THENCE SOUTH 00°11’ EAST, A DISTANCE OF 259.10 FEET ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 14 TO THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF STATE HIGHEWAY ROUTH 28; THENCE ON SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE SOUTH 88°25’ EAST, A DISTANCE OF 400.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88°24’30” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1062.30 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 01°41’30” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 314.90 FEET ON A PREVIOUSLY DESCRIBED PROPERTY LINE, TO A POINT HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO A POINT “A”; BEGINNING AGAIN AT THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING AND CONTINUE SOUTH 88°24’30” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 404.10 FEET ON SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE; THENCE SOUTH 01°41’30” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 541.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 59°07 WEST, A DISTANCE OF 462.90 FEET TO AFORESAID POINT “A.” Commonly known as: 19663 WA HIGHWAY 28 QUINCY, WASHINGTON 98848 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 12/23/2022, recorded 12/29/2022, under Auditor’s File No. 1481715, in Book , Page records of Grant County, Washington, from MELANI A. GOMEZ, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Grantor(s), to CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY OF WASHINGTON, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR PREMIER MORTGAGE RESOURCES, LLC., A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to PREMIER MORTGAGE RESOURCES, L.L.C.. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust 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. 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: PAYMENT INFORMATION: FROM 10/1/2023 THRU NO.PMT 10 AMOUNT $1,117.61 TOTAL $11,176.10 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION: FROM 10/1/2023 THRU NO. LATE CHARGES 10 TOTAL $174.80 BENEFICIARY’S ADVANCES, COSTS AND EXPENSES: DESCRIPTION - ADVANCE AMOUNT: 6/5/2024 Recoverable Corp Adv Amt $2,411.38 6/5/2024 NSF Fee $25.00 6/21/2024 forecasted late charges $34.96 ESTIMATED FORECLOSURE FEES & COSTS 04/01/2024 Trustee’s Fees $510.00 04/02/2024 NOD Posting Fee $125.00 04/02/2024 Record Assignment of Deed of Trust $18.00 04/02/2024 Record Substitution of Trustee $18.00 04/02/2024 T.S.G. Fee $567.00 06/21/2024 Mailing Cost $35.08 06/21/2024 Trustee’s Fees $935.00 TOTAL DUE AS OF: 6/21/2024 $16,030.32 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $99,393.17, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from 9/1/2023, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note 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. The sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 11/8/2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 10/28/2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 10/28/2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are 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 10/28/2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower, or Grantor or any Guarantors or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, 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) at the following address(es): NAME ADDRESS MELANI A. GOMEZ 19663 WA HIGHWAY 28 QUINCY, WA 98848 by both first class and certified mail on 5/15/2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 5/15/2024 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. 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. If you are a servicemember or a dependent of a servicemember, you may be entitled to certain protections under the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and any comparable state laws regarding the risk of foreclosure. If you believe you may be entitled to these protections, please contact our office immediately. Additional disclaimers 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. Service of Process should be sent to: Michelle Ghidotti, Esq., c/o Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236, Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 and faxed to (949) 427-2732. If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280. SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: (916) 939-0772 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 06/21/2024 Michelle Ghidotti, Esq. 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236 Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 Phone: (206) 331-3280 Fax: (949) 427-2732 Michelle R. Ghidotti, Esq., as Trustee A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document, to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of California ) )ss County of Orange ) On 06/21/2024 before me, Tina Suihkonen, Notary Public personally appeared Michelle Ghidotti-Gonsalves, Esq who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature Tina Suihkonen (Seal) TINA SUIHKONEN Notary Public - California Orange County Commission # 2453258 My Comm. Expires Jul 15, 2027 NPP0462280 To: COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD 10/09/2024, 10/30/2024 #10026/28475 Pub: October 9 & 30, 2024
THE Superior court of washington for SNOHOMISH county ESTATE OF | SHANNON F. BROWN, | No. 24-4-00942-31 | Deceased. | PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS | RCW 11.40.020-030 MICHAEL COE, the Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of the above estate. Persons having claims against the deceased must, prior to the time such claims 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 their claim on the personal representative or the attorney of record at the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court. 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(3); or (2) within four months after the date of first publication of this 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 probate assets and non-probate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 16, 2024. ___________________________________________ MICHAEL COE, Personal Representative ATTORNEY OF RECORD: JENSEN S. MAUSETH, WSBA #45546 MAUSETH LEGAL, PLLC 16108 Ash Way, Suite 201 Lynnwood, Washington 98087 Attorney for Petitioner P: (425) 242-5111/F: (425) 242-5114 jmauseth@mausethlegal.com #10071/28938 Pub: October 16, 23 & 30, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE – Due to the expiration of terms of office for the positions of Director for Section 2 and Director for Section 4 of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, candidates are being sought to fill the positions by appointment. The terms of office will be for four years and will begin March 1, 2025. The section descriptions are noted below. Those wishing to be considered for appointment must file at the office of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, 32 C St NW, Room 321, Ephrata, WA, prior to 12:00 noon on November 20, 2024. Those wishing to apply must make a written application that includes the signatures of at least ten registered voters residing in the section supporting the nomination. Those wishing to apply must also meet the requirements of Chapter 17.10 RCW and must reside in their respective section. Section 2 covers the portion of Grant County lying northerly and westerly of Interstate 90, State Highway 283 and State Highway 17 N to Alkali Lake. Section 4 covers the portion of Grant County lying westerly of Highway 17, southeasterly of Highway 283 and Interstate 90 and northerly of the Frenchman Hills. Dated this 30th day of October, 2024. Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman; Wes Sieg, Vice-Chairman; Summer Sahli, Director; Chuck Sandmann, Director Publish 10/30/24; 11/6/24 #11016/29016 Pub: October 30, 2024 & November 6, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: The Port of Othello will be having a public hearing on November 5, 2024, at our regularly scheduled meeting at the Port of Othello at 9:30am. This hearing will be to approve the budget for 2025. #10087/29135 Pub: October 23, 30, 2024
Public Notice of Budget Hearing A public hearing has been scheduled on the Proposed 2025 Budget for Public Hospital District No. 4 of Grant County, Washington (d/b/a McKay Healthcare and Rehab Center). The public hearing will be held on November 12, 2024, at 4:30 PM at the McKay Healthcare conference room, 127 Second Ave, Soap Lake, WA 98851. The proposed budget includes projected revenues and expenses for operations and maintenance in 2025. Copies of the draft budget are available at McKay Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. At the public hearing, Commissioners will take public comments regarding the proposed budget. #10090/29143 Pub: October 23 & 30, 2024
Grant County Cemetery District No. 5 will hold a public hearing for the 2025 Budget on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. Location: Grant County Fire District No. 10 meeting room at 4975 Road 13.5 SW, Royal City, Washington. #11023/29247 Pub: October 23, 25, 30, 2024 & November 1, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Ephrata City Council will hold Public Hearings on the 2025 Budget, Ordinance 24-11, on November 6 and 20, 2024. The Public Hearing will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Ephrata City Hall, 121 Alder Street SW, Ephrata, WA. s) Katie Kapalo City Clerk #11025/29282 Pub: October 30, 2024 & November 6, 13, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Ephrata City Council will hold a Public Hearing on November 6, 2024, on Ordinance 24-10, fixing the amount of revenues for the 2025 Budget to be raised by Ad Valorem Taxes. The Public Hearing will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Ephrata City Hall, 121 Alder Street SW, Ephrata, WA. s) Katie Kapalo City Clerk #10093/29283 Pub: October 30, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Preliminary Budget for the fiscal year 2025 has been prepared and placed on file at the office of Grant County Port District No. 1, commonly known as the Quincy Port District, and that a copy thereof may be obtained by any taxpayer at the Quincy Port District, 101 F Street SW, Quincy, Washington. Notice is further given that the Commissioners of said Port District will meet at the Port Office on November 13, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. to hold a public hearing for the final budget of Grant County Port District No. 1 for the ensuing fiscal year. PORT DISTRICT NO. 1 OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON CURT A. MORRIS, CHAIRMAN BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS #110285/29375 Pub: October 30, 2024 & November 6, 2024
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR WESTSHORE DRIVE RCONSTRUCTION PROJECT, CRP 21-08”, will be received by Grant County Department of Public Works located 124 Enterprise St. S.E., Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:00 P.M. Pacific Time, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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, at the following web site: https://www.grantcountywa.gov/1383/2024-Projects The following is applicable to federal-aid projects: . “Grant County, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.” 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: WESTSHORE DRIVE RCONSTRUCTION PROJECT – CRP 21-08 This contract provides for the reconstruction of 2.12 miles of Westshore Drive, from MP 0.83 to MP 2.95, a two lane county road in Grant County, WA, and includes rotomilling, roadway excavation, embankment compaction, cement concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, hot mix asphalt, project temporary traffic control, painted centerline line and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications. #11029/29377 Pub: October 30, 2024 & November 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2024
Volunteer Opportunity Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Opening The Moses Lake City Council is currently seeking to fill one vacancy on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. This role is designated for a representative from a business obligated to collect lodging tax. Eligible applicants must reside within the city limits and have a connection to the lodging industry. The purpose of the Committee is to make recommendations to the City Council for the approval of funding requests for activities promoting tourism. Meetings are held as needed starting in the month of September each year. The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is composed of five members. One shall be an elected official of the City who shall serve as chair, two shall be representatives of businesses required to collect the lodging tax, and two members shall be persons involved in activities authorized to be funded by revenue received from the Lodging Tax. The term for all LTAC positions is one year at which time to be considered to end or have reappointment. Interested persons need to complete the online Boards and Commissions application as soon as possible. Contact Deputy City Clerk, Tamara Valdez if you have any questions regarding this position at tvaldez@cityofml.com or 509-764-3713. #10101/29416 Pub: October 30, 2024
Volunteer Opportunity Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Board Openings The Moses Lake City Council will have three vacant positions on the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Advisory Board beginning January 1, 2025. Qualified applicants must reside in the corporate limits of the city or within the urban growth area. The purpose of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Board is to review and make recommendations to the Moses Lake City Council, City Manager, and Director to needs including: formulation of policy and plans for development, management and operation of the City parks and recreation program, promoting parks, recreation and cultural services programs to the community, setting standards for park maintenance, coordinating museum exhibits and activities, setting goals for short-term and long-term future of the City’s museum and park system, serving as citizens’ input concerning parks, recreation, and cultural services, generally, and monitoring and evaluating the park system and museum activities. The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Board is composed of seven members appointed by a majority vote of the City Council without regard to political affiliation. Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The current vacancies will be for full terms due to end December 31, 2028. Full terms are reviewed for consideration of reappointment every 4-years in accordance to MLMC 2.08.740. Interested persons need to complete the online Boards and Commissions application. Applications are due by end of day on November 13, 2024. Contact Parks Director Doug Coutts if you have questions regarding this position at dcoutts@cityofml.com or 509-764-3810. #10102/29417 Pub: October 30, 2024
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 154 A Street SE, Ephrata, Washington 98823 no later than 10:30 A.M. on November 12, 2024 for Acoustic Tags – Juvenile Salmon and Steelhead as more fully described in Contract Documents 470-12480R. The Bids will be opened and read aloud via Microsoft Teams on November 12, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. Please refer to Instructions to Bidders in the Contract Documents for meeting link. All bids shall be subject to and shall comply with the “Instructions to Bidders” contained in the Contract Documents, copies of which are available at our ProcureWare site https://gcpud.procureware.com. When reaching this site you will need to register as a new vendor if you are not already on our electronic vendor system. Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington By: Shelli Tompkins Procurement Officer #10103/29448 Pub: October 30, 2024
LEGAL NOTICE Grant County Fire District No. 4 Warden, WA NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING The Board of Commissioners of Grant County Fire District No. 4 will hold a public hearing for the 2024 Budget, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. The hearing will begin at 12:00 Noon, in the commissioners’ office, at the main Fire Station No. 1, 114 Oak Street, Warden, Washington. #11035/29500 Pub: October 30, 2024 & November 6, 2024