REAL ESTATE

1 – 800 – 669 - 9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 – 800 – 927- 9275.

BY ASHLEY LODATO

“Biophilia: A Love Story” opens at The Confluence: Art in Twisp on Saturday (April 30), inviting gallery visitors to consider their own connections with the natural world as they observe the sculptures, paintings, jewelry, plants and other artwork featured in the exhibit.

With its Latin roots of “bio” (life) and “philia” (love), “biophilia” means “love of life.” It’s a term that gained attention when psychoanalyst Erich Fromm described it as “the passionate love of life and all that is alive” in 1973, and again a decade later when biologist Edward O. Wilson proposed that humans’ instinct to connect with the natural world is in part genetic.

Genetic or not, biophilia is a concept widely experienced, interpreted and celebrated through art.

Although the exhibit’s opening so close to the 50th anniversary of Earth Day may seem strategic, it’s sheer coincidence, said co-curator Janet Fagan. “About a year ago several of us on the show committee were saying the same thing in different ways. We wanted to take an introspective pause to consider our collective relationships and personal relationships to the environment,” she said.

“Biophilia: A Love Story” is opening at a time when most of us are hungry for signs of life, said co-curator Jennifer Molesworth. “We’re waking up from winter, the birds are returning, the flowers are starting to bloom,” she said. “We’re loving the time we’re starting to spend outside — the signs of life are all around us.”

Living in the Methow Valley, as opposed to an urban environment, said Fagan, “is so much easier when nature surrounds you.”

It’s why so many of us chose this place, she said, “because of an innate appreciation for the natural environment. In an urban setting you have to work so much harder to find those pockets and places to appreciate the natural world.”

In contemporary society, Fagan said, there’s a tendency to lose touch with the natural world, so “it’s important to take time to pause, reflect, and connect with nature.”

Molesworth believes that those of us who live in rural places like the Methow Valley, surrounded by nature, are more able to “recognize how dependent we are on the natural world,” and hopes that one of the outcomes of the exhibit is that visitors experience their connections with nature from both sides: their enjoyment and appreciation of it, as well as their responsibility to it.

Tapping the positive Fagan, who donates a portion of her sales to environmental and conservation non-profit organizations, said, “As an artist I think about this all the time. I have a broad view of my responsibility as an artist. In the big picture I’d like artists to be a counterweight of all the negativity in our world, whether it’s environmental, social, health-related, or political. There’s a plethora of bad news, unrest, and dis-ease. As artists, we have the ability to tap into positivity and joy and to share it with others.”

Fagan said that the artists who answered the call for “Biophilia: A Love Story,” “made the conscious choice to work joyfully in this show.” In their call for submissions, Fagan and Molesworth only specified that artists “consider their relationship to living beings and environs that support our natural world and visually depict the harmony or disruption of these connections” in their artwork.

“We tried to leave the call open-

Jack Exhibit Opens

Methow Arts in Twisp will host a free opening day reception on Thursday (April 28), from 5:45 – 7 p.m., for the exhibition “Heart Songs for the timx (Heart Songs of all Living Things)” by syilx artist Michelle Jack, a member of the syilx/Northern Okanagan/Penticton Indian Band.

Jack will give a brief presentation about her work, background and inspiration. She describes herself as an abstract image maker/scholar and draws on this wide range of art forms to tell the essential stories of her people and the land.

Appetizers and refreshments will be served. RSVP at info@methowartsalliance. org. For information, visit www.methowarts.org or call (509) 997-4004. The exhibition continues through May 15.

Makers Market This Week

The Methow Makers Market, a monthly “pop-up” market featuring local artisans selling their works in downtown Winthrop’s Confluence Park, debuts this year on Saturday (April 30), from 2 – 7 p.m. Other dates are May 21, June 18, July 23, Aug. 13 and Sept. 10, from 2 – 7 p.m. each day. The market is organized by Phoebe Rudd, a local jewelry artist and salon owner.

LIVE MUSIC

Methow Music Monthly, compiled by local musician George Schneider, is a free listing of live music events in the valley. Email Schneider at MethowMusicMonthly@gmail. com to be included in the listings or to receive the monthly listings via email.

Several performers will appear at the Sun Mountain Lodge dining room. There is no cover charge but dinner reservations are required. Call 996-4707:

• Dave Nolet plays and sings bossa ended, to allow artists to place themselves in context,” Fagan said. “We hoped that artists would feel close nature and explore that closeness through their work. But we thought we might get submissions with a dystopian view of the natural world [given the climate change-related events of recent years]. We didn’t get any critical statements, though — only hopeful messages in the art.”

“My heart is really filled,” Fagan added. “It’s clear from the celebratory nature of this artwork that we are united by a deep love and closeness with our surroundings.”

Molesworth said she sees “a lot of reverence for the natural world and our place in it” in the pieces submitted by 36 different artists, including Seattle artist Lance Burke’s recycled materials art, Perri Howard’s new series, Sarah Jo Lightner’s living wall, jeweler Joanne Marracci’s wearable landscape art, and charcoal sketches by Victoria Weber, a young artist who grew up in the Methow Valley. Each co-curator will also exhibit nova music Wednesday evenings from 5:30 – 7 p.m., through April 30.

• Lynette Westendorf plays solo jazz piano Thursday evenings from 6 – 8 p.m., through April 28.

• Terry Hunt plays solo classical guitar Friday evenings from 6 – 8 p.m., through April 29.

Other events:

• April 29, 7 p.m. at the Twisp River Tap House, Norman Baker performs, no cover. (509) 881-5751.

• April 30, 7 p.m. at the Twisp River Tap House, “Surprise Local Band.”(509) 881-5751.

LBHS PRESENTS ‘TWELFTH NIGHT’

The Liberty Bell Drama Company, in partnership with Methow Arts and The Merc Playhouse, presents its production of “Twelfth Night,” described as “a rousing contemporary musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy about mistaken identity and self-discovery.” Performances will be on May 18 – 21 at 7 p.m. and May 22 at 3 p.m. at The Merc in Twisp.

Tickets are $15 and available only at the door. Methow Valley School District students and families of cast and crew get in for free. There will be no reserved tickets available. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show times.

The production will feature an original jazz-funk-pop score. Students in the drama company are also designing and creating costumes, envisioning and building the set, painting backdrops, and designing all of the promotional materials. Many valley musicians and singers are working closely with the students on the musical numbers.

Spring Art Walk

The call is out for artists, makers, performers, food producers and other creative types to participate in the Twisp Spring Art Walk, scheduled for Saturday, May 14, from one piece.

“By being aware of the beauty, connection, and joy around us all the time we can combat a lot of despair,” Molesworth said. “We can always pause to breathe and listen to the birds. As artists, our work has the power to remind people to open a door or a window, to inspire them to step outside.”

Concurrently, “Forest Dreams,” a collaborative exhibit, will show in the Community Gallery. Artists Janet Fagan and Chris Pope invite viewers to “step into the dreams of the forest” and examine their artwork, which “visually depicts the collective visions of all that the forest witnesses and imagines … from the literal to the fantastic.”

The Confluence will host an opening for “Biophilia: A Love Story” and “Forest Dreams” on Saturday from 5-7 p.m. The opening and the exhibits, available through June 11, are free to the public. The Confluence is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. For more information visit www.confluencegallery.org or call (509) 997-2787.

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in downtown and surrounding areas.

If interested in participating, and for full event details including how to apply for a free vendor booth, email twispwashington@gmail.com or visit http://twispwa.com/ spring-art-walk.

There will also be an after-party from 4 – 7 p.m. Food trucks will be available and downtown restaurants will be open during the event.

OPEN MIC AT CONFLUENCE

Cascadia Music and The Confluence are partnering to offer open mic sessions on the third Thursday of each month from 5 – 7 p.m. at the gallery on Glover Street in Twisp. Admission is free; donations will be appreciated. For information, email cascadiamv@ gmail.org. The next open mic will be May 19.

MERC’S SUMMER MUSIC CAMP

The Merc Playhouse in Twisp is offering its summer music camp, directed by Megan Hicks and including performances of “Disney’s Winnie the Pooh,” on July 11 – 16 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily.

Kids in third through eighth grades are invited to participate. The camp focuses on all the skills necessary to participate in a musical production: singing, dancing, acting, auditioning, character development and theater discipline. No prior experience necessary.

Tuition is $250. Scholarships are available. Email info@mercplayhouse.org or call 997-7529 with questions or scholarship inquiries.

“Winnie the Pooh” will be performed at 4 p.m. on July 15 and at 2 p.m. on July 16.

For more information, visit www.mercplayhouse.org/theatrically-speaking/ announcing-summer-musical-theater-campat-the-merc.

10 FOR SALE

2006 KIA SPECTRA Well maintained! Very clean! One Owner! 34MPG, clutch, everything works. Runs & drives excellent. $2,200. 509-997-9722

14 YARD SALE

GARAGE SALE! 41 Northcott Rd, Winthrop, April 30 & May 1, 9am4pm..LOTS OF STUFF.

SAVE THE DATE! HUGE Moving Sale on Saturday, May 7, 8 am to 4 pm Tools, tires, sports equipment, housewares, clothes, toys, holiday decorations, bedding, and much, much more CHECK THIS

NORTH CASCADES BANK is seeking a Customer Service Representative/Teller and Personal Banker to be integral parts of our Twisp Branch. If you don’t have experience in banking but are up for the challenge, we encourage you to apply at https://www.northcascadesbank.com/careers. Customer Service Representative starting wage: $17.00, Personal Banker starting wage: $18.00. Questions? Contact Human Resources: Tiffaney Balloun 509-682-4502. Equal Opportunity Employer | Protected Veterans | Individuals with Disabilities

METHOW VALLEY LUMBER has immediate openings for the following positions - CONTRACTOR

SALES, COUNTER SALES PERSON, full time, and CUSTOMER SERVICE

YARD ATTENDANT /FORKLIFT OPERATOR, full time. Must have valid driver’s license. Please stop by for an application.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, THE Confluence: Art in Twisp $28-30 per hour, 32 FTE, salaried non-exempt Health care stipend, paid vacation, sick days, PTO Responsible for the overall management and operation of The Confluence. The ideal candidate is • Passionate about visual arts • High energy • Outgoing • An excellent communicator Please email letter of interest and resume to: hiring@confluencegallery.org by April 30, 2022. Visit www.confluencegallery.org for the full job description.

CREATIVE COORDINATOR, THE Confluence: Art in Twisp $21-24 per hour, non-exempt, 30 hours per week on average Paid vacation, sick days, PTO Supports the Executive Director with a focus on artistic endeavors. The ideal candidate has • Excellent writing and communication skills • Strong customer service skills • A background in arts Please email letter of interest and resume to: hiring@confluencegallery.org by April 30, 2022. Visit www.confluencegallery.org for the full job description.

FREESTONE INN IS hiring seasonal, part-time and full-time positions for Bartender, Server, Jacks Hut employee, Housekeeping, Front Desk & Line Cook. Full time employees are able to receive full benefits including medical, dental, & 401K after 60 days. Please reach out to Marvin Sutton at msutton@freestoneinn.com, or stop by our front desk to fill out an application.

METHOW CONSERVANCY

SEEKS an Associate Director to serve as a strategic, collaborative, and engaging leader for our communications, outreach, and operations. Visit https://www. methowconservancy.org/job to read the full job announcement and application instructions.

METHOW HOUSE WATCH, Inc., is seeking an organized, self-sufficient, trustworthy and dependable person to join our 27-year old business. We have an immediate full-time opening to help us check on and maintain homes throughout the valley. Paid holidays and sick pay included. Trucks and equipment provided. Must have valid WA driver’s license and pass a background check. Pay DOE. Send qualifications to derek@ methowhousewatch.com.

TWISPWORKS SEEKS A Pro - gram Director who approaches this work with curiosity and a collaborative spirit. The bulk of the work for this position is performed in collaboration and engagement efforts across the community and region via TwispWorks programs and support. This position requires awareness of socio-economic dynamics that create the existing business/entrepreneurship structures in the Methow, as well as the ability and desire to address structural inequities with systemsbased economic approaches.

Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Urban Planning, Public Relations, Fundraising or related areas. Relevant experience can be substituted for education requirements. Experience: 5 years of progressive economic development experience or equivalent in community relations, urban planning, community development, communications, marketing and fundraising. This position is full-time (32 hours/ wk). Pay is negotiable depending on experience, and ranges from $2530/hr and includes medical, dental and vision insurance as well as generous paid time off benefits plus professional development opportunities. For details about the position and how to apply please see the full job description at https://www. twispworks.org/jobs/ METHOW CYCLE AND Sport is seeking to add new team members

Requires a love for cycling, skiing and/or SUPing along with a motivation to learn new information and skills Both positions require great customer service and ability to work as a team in a fast-paced environment PT and/or FT, benefits included Position #1 Customer Service: experience preferred; Position #2 Service Department:

2 yrs experience required Email cover letter and resume to juliem@ methowcyclesport com No phone calls please THE TOWN OF Twisp is accepting applications for Lifeguards for summer employment. Applicants must be at least 15 years old, confident swimmers and able to obtain any Certification Training required, which will be provided by the Town. A background check is also required. Pay range starting at $16/hr. DOE. Applications will be accepted through April 28th by 4 p.m. local time, Interviews will be held May 5th 4-6 p.m. Applications are available at Town Hall at 110 E. Second Ave. or online at https://www.townoftwisp. com. Questions call Lori Rodio 509-997-1311 or email lorir@ townoftwisp.com. EOE

METHOW VALLEY NEWS is seeking a part-time Office Assistant Immediate opening Monday –Friday, hours may be flexible, 25-30 hours per week Experience with Microsoft Office programs and data base management preferred, IT skills a plus, friendly personality required for walk-in customer service, answering the phones and responding to online inquiries If you are interested in joining our team, send an email with cover letter and resume to editor@ methowvalleynews com, or drop your information off at our office on the TwispWorks campus at 502 S Glover St , or mail it to P O Box 97, Twisp, WA 98856 No calls, please HANK’S HARVEST FOODS has openings for evening shift 12pm9pm including weekends. Competitive pay and year-round work with benefits available. Apply in person in customer service. No phone calls please.

SUN MOUNTAIN LODGE – THE KITCHEN has immediate openings for the following positions: Dishwashers – Both AM and PM shifts | Line Cooks – Both AM and PM shifts | Assistant Baker | Kitchen worker 12AM-8AM Grave yard – cleaning, polishing, prepping. THE FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPARTMENT is seeking to fill positions in the Bar and the Dining Room: Bussers | Servers | Hosts/Hostesses. No experience is required, we will train. Both parttime and full-time opportunities are available. In BANQUETS, we are searching for: Servers – for both AM & PM shifts. Previous experience is a plus but not necessary | Shift Leads/Supervisors – These positions require proven supervisory skills | Assistant Manager – This position can be a year-round opportunity with full-time scheduling from May through September and part-time for the remainder of the year. THE FRONT DESK is in need of a relief Night Auditor and a part-time receptionist. THE SPA remains busy, has established safety protocols, and offers competitive commissions with flexible and varied schedules available, and requires: Licensed Estheticians | Licensed Massage Therapists. APPLY ONLINE: https:// www.sunmountainlodge.com/aboutus/employment/ Hours and pay for all positions will depend on experience; be competitive; include fulltime benefit package for those who qualify. CINNAMON TWISP BAKERY is now hiring for several positions: evening prep baking, sandwich chef and front counter. We are looking for experienced, responsible, and motivated individuals to join the fun at the bakery. Send your resume to info@cinnamontwispbakery.com

PARDNER’S MINI MARKET. Help wanted! We are looking for part/full time workers. Must be 21+ to apply for full time head clerk positions. Seeking individuals with great customer service. Come on down and pick up an application today!

BIG TWIN LAKE Resort is hiring a seasonal campground attendant. Part time or Full time, schedule is flexible, but applicants must be able to work weekends. Job entails covering the front desk, cleaning camping cabins, and maintaining restrooms. Looking for someone with excellent customer service skills who feels comfortable learning our computer-based reservation system. Starting wage is $18 per hour. Please send resume to bigtwinlake@comcast.net.

TWO LOCAL HOTELS looking for enthusiastic, dependable employees to join our Front Desk team. Applicants do not require previous experience; we will train the right candidates. Starting wage is $18.00 per hour, and negotiable depending on experience. Applicants must be able to work holidays and weekends. Position:

Full Time. Please send resume to: tawny@frankhotels.com or call/ Message 360.324.8995

TWO LOCAL HOTELS looking for enthusiastic, dependable employees to join our housekeeping team. Applicants do not require previous experience; we will train the right candidates. Starting wage is $21.00 per hour, and negotiable depending on experience. Applicants between the ages of 14 to 17 wages will be discussed at the time of interview. Applicants must be able to work holidays and weekends. Position: Full Time. Please send resume to: tawny@ frankhotels.com or call/Message 360.324.8995

TOWN OF TWISP Police Clerk. Seeking applicants for a 32 hr/wk. Police Clerk position. Candidates should have: 2 or more yrs related office experience; strong computer and organizational skills; public service skills; strong verbal and written communications; and proven ability to exercise good judgment in stressful situations. Acceptable driver’s license record and background check are essential requirements. Current pay range is $15.00 to $18.22 per hour depending on experience. This position is under a collective bargaining agreement, including retirement, medical/vision/dental insurance, and paid leave bennefits. An application packet can be obtained by visiting townoftwisp.com, or in person at Twisp Town Hall 110 E. 2nd Ave, Twisp, WA 98856. Applications can be returned at Town Hall or via email - clerktreasurer@ townoftwisp.com. If you have any questions please contact Randy Kilmer, 509-997-4081. Open until filled; first review May 6th, 2022. The Town of Twisp is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LARIAT COFFEE ROASTERS is now hiring! Looking to fill a position in our retail store. Need a dependable team player with good customer service skills. Email your resume to info@lariatcoffee.com or stop by our retail store in downtown Winthrop to pick up an application. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

BEAR CREEK GOLF Course is now hiring full time/part time positions for Clubhouse/Course keeper staff. Must be customer service oriented. Alcohol and food are sold on premise. Ability to obtain Food Server and MAST card required for Club House staff. Course keeper duties include mowing, weed eating and operating various lawn maintenance equipment and more. Additional opportunities for special events. Email bearcreekgolfcourse@methownet.com for application or pick up at 19 Bear Creek Golf Course Rd. 509-996-2284.

34 SERVICES

LEUSCHEN CONSTRUCTION, LLC

• New Construction

• Custom Homes

• Remodels & Additions

• Garages & Carports Give us a call! 509-429-5626 #LEUSCCL811M9

CLEAN UP AND haul away wood debris, pallets, fencing, lumber, brush and lawn clippings “Fireproof your property” Metal scrap, steel, iron, aluminum, etc , and basic garbage cleanup hauled to the dump Call 509-997-2128 for free estimates

STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS

HELP WANTED MANAGING EDITOR. THE awardwinning Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle is seeking a top-notch managing editor to lead the newsroom in the largest community newspaper in beautiful North-Central Washington. Visit www.omakchronicle.com\classifieds EOE

THE BUSINESS OF BIOCHAR

C6 Forest to Farm will host a community Zoom meeting on the evolving business of biochar and the plan to establish a self-supporting local biochar production, on Thursday, May 5, at 7 p.m. Visit C6’s website for the Zoom link: http://C6F2F.org.

MEDMATE TRAINING

Methow At Home offers free online volunteer training in the MedMate Program, with Betsy Weiss, on May 10 from 4 – 5 p.m. A MedMate provides support formulating questions and setting goals for a medical visit and ensures the member has the information they need going into a visit. They support the member during a visit through taking notes and if invited by the member, might ask clarifying questions. Register at https://methowathome. clubexpress.com.

Legion Hosts Breakfast

American Legion Post No. 0143 will host a community breakfast on Saturday, May 14, starting at 9 a.m. at the Legion Hall in Twisp. Join Legion members for pancakes, coffee and camaraderie. Open to all members of the community. A donation for entry is suggested.

Prayers For Peace

Methow Valley United Methodist Church, 193B Old Twisp Highway, welcomes everyone to join in praying for peace in Ukraine and around the world on Wednesday evenings at 5 p.m. For more information, call 997-7779.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ADVERTISE STATEWIDE WITH a

$325 classified listing or $1600 for a display ad. Call this newspaper or 360-344-2938 for details.

DO YOU OWE OVER $10,000 to the IRS in back taxes? Our firm works to reduce the tax bill or zero it out completely FAST. Let us help! Call 888-994-1405. (Hours: MonFri 7am-5pm PDT).

DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY.

Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details, 855-635-4229.

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING

FOREVER! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-888-360-1582.

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-888-674-7053.

LOOKING FOR ASSISTED LIVING, memory care, or independent living? A Place for Mom simplifies the process of finding senior living at no cost to your family. Call 1-855913-2628 today!

LEGAL NOTICES

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

TOWN OF TWISP

CASCADE DRIVE PROJECT

General Notice

The Town of Twisp will accept electronic bids for the work described below until 1:30 PM, Friday, May 13, 2022. Due to the current COVID-19 situation, bids will be opened and read aloud virtually via the following link: meet.google.com/jkm-ewaf-xtu

You can also dial in using your phone: (US) +1 513-796-6531 PIN: 257 270 329#

A bid summary will be issued after opening, emailed to all bidders and posted on the Varela website. Obtaining the Bidding

Documents

The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the Issuing

Office:

1. Varela Engineering & Management, 601 W. Mallon Ave., Suite A, Spokane, WA 99201

Garage Sale For Open Roads

A garage sale to benefit the Okanogan Open Roads Coalition will be held on May 13 and 14 from 9 a.m.

4 p.m. at the Malott Improvement Club in Malott. For information on how to donate money or items, call Lorah Super at (425) 308-3851 or Ruth Hall at (509) 429- 4503.

SUMMER GARDEN CAMPS

Registration is now open for Classroom in Bloom’s summer garden camps, which will be offered in five four-day sessions in June and July. Most of the camps are for ages 6 – 10 and will be from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily. Dates are June 27

30 (for 5- to 7-year-olds); July 5 – 8 (Tuesday through Friday); July 11 – 14; July 18 – 21; and July 25

28. Cost is $240 per camp; scholarships are available. Visit www.classroominbloom.org/ new-events/2019/6/24/summer-gar@gmail.com.

MENTAL HEALTH MONTH

COLOR WALK

Join the 2022 Mental Health Month Color Walk on Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eastside Park Fitness Trail on Omak Avenue in Omak, a free, family-friendly event with a variety of activities scheduled. To register, visit http://mvhealth.org/colorwalk.

Little Star Spring Fling

Mark your calendar for Sunday, May 22, date of Little Star School’s 40th birthday Spring Fling, at Mack Lloyd Park in Winthrop from 2

5 p.m. with live music, food and drinks, activities for children and alumni, and a fundraising challenge. More details to come.

2. Visit www.varelaplanroom. com under “Public Jobs”. Prospective bidders may view digital files at no cost.

To Bid the project, Bidder shall download a full set of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS from www. varelaplanroom.com under “Public Jobs” and shall be on the Plan Holders List. Bids shall be submitted electronically via the Varela Plan Room website and in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Additional bid acceptance and contract award provisions are specified in the Contract

Documents.

A bid summary will be issued after opening, emailed to all bidders, and posted on the website. This project will provide the full depth reclamation of the existing roadways with cement treated base and 5 inches of HMA surfacing, as well as the following:

• Pulverizing in place of 3200 SF of Asphalt.

• Installation of approximately 630 tons of asphalt.

All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or surety bond in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to the Town of Twisp.

For additional information regarding this project, contact Kurt Holland at Varela Engineering & Management by phone at (509) 328-6066, or email at kholland@ varela-engr.com

The project is being funded by the Transportation Improvement Board funds 6-E-886(009)-1.

The Town of Twisp is in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, 03-Bid Advertisement Electronic subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, 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 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 Town of Twisp is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minority-owned businesses to submit bids. The Town of Twisp has the right to reject any or all bids. A bid will be awarded in the best interests of the Town.

Published in the Methow Valley News April 27, May 4, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE

Methow Housing Trust, Danica Ready, 31 W Chewuch Rd Ste 102 Winthrop, WA 98862, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

The proposed project, Cascade Meadows North, (parcel #3421110139) is located at ‘new road’ as an extension of Cascadian Way off of Rabbit House Road and SR 20 in Winthrop in Okanogan County. This project involves 6 acres of soil disturbance for Residential, Utilities construction activities.All discharges and runoff goes to ground water. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320.

Published in the Methow Valley News April 27, May 4, 2022

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

BUDGET SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Okanogan County Commissioners that a Public Hearing is set for 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 and will be held via ZOOM, in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room. Those wishing to attend may do so via the following: Join Zoom Link: https:// us02web.zoom.us/j/89106322584

Meeting ID: 891 0632 2584 Or Join

YARD WASTE CLEANUP

On Friday (April 29), all valley residents can bring green yard wastes to the Twisp Transfer Station, 12 Twisp Airport Road, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Allowed are all natural vegetation, branches and woody debris no shorter than 2 feet and no larger than 4 inches diameter; brush and shrubs; weeds; pine needles and cones; leaves and grass clippings; flowers; plants; fruit and vegetable plant trimmings. Not allowed are garbage; lumber or treated wood; homegrown fruit; dirt; construction debris/materials; plastics or paper.

Okanogan County Solid Waste, in partnership with Clean Air Methow and Fire Adapted Methow Valley, and with funding from state Department of Ecology, will be waiving fees at the transfer station.

COUNTY PROPERTY TAXES DUE MAY 2

First-half Okanogan County property taxes are due (or

The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment for or against the consideration of a budget supplemental appropriation within the Fund 134 and 201 in the amount of $10,518,385. Funds are from a New General Obligation Bond and will allocate budget for expense line items associated with the new Capital Expenditures of the Justice Building, Judicial Services, and Law Enforcement.

The hearing will be held remotely in the County Commissioners’ Hearing Room located at 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, Washington. Persons wishing to comment may attend the hearing in person or via Zoom to be called on for comment or submit comments in writing to the Commissioners’ Office at 123 5th Avenue North, Rm 150, Okanogan, Washington 98840, or by email to ljohns@ co.okanogan.wa.us.

Published in the Methow Valley News April 20, 27, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune April 21, 28, 2022. OVG952550

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Okanogan County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, May 10 at 11:00 a.m. The hearing may be attended either in person in their hearing room, located at 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, WA 98840., or remotely via zoom using the following link https://us02web. zoom.us/j/84865217369 and Meeting ID: 848 6521 7369 or by Phone by dialing either +1 253 215 8782 Or+1 669 900 9128 Or +1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 848 6521 7369.

Access for the hearing impaired and others can be accommodated using Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6384 and at the below website: https:// www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/odhh/ telecommunication-relay-services.

The purpose of the public hearing is to review community development and housing needs, inform citizens of the availability of funds and eligible uses of the state Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), and receive comments on proposed activities, particularly from lower income persons residing in Okanogan County. $84,000 is proposed to be available to the county and the Okanogan County Community Action Council to

Callingteenandyoungadultactorsages15andup!

must be postmarked by) Monday (May 2). Interest and penalties start accruing May 3 at 1% per month for any unpaid taxes.

Mail your taxes or assessments to Okanogan County Treasurer, P.O. Box 111, Okanogan, WA 98840. You can pay by credit card through the link for parcel and tax information at www.okanogancounty.org/ government/treasurer or by calling 1 – 877 – 737 - 4772.

For customer service, call 1

888

891- 6064 and choose option 1.

People can also go to the treasurer’s office to pay by credit or debit card or by check. Credit-card payments include a 2.5% service fee on the amount of tax being paid.

The treasurer’s office will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through May 2. Contact the treasurer’s office at (509) 422-7180 with questions.

Housing Trust Events

The Methow Housing Trust has scheduled a series of public events related to its recently fund public services that principally benefit low-and moderateincome persons for the 2022 program year.

Comments on the county’s and community action agency’s past performance and use of the prior year CDBG Public Services Grant will also be received. An overview of the proposed activities will be available for review at the County Commissioners’ Office until Tuesday, May 10, 10:00 a.m. prior to when application is submitted. Comments may also be submitted in writing to Okanogan County by May 10, 10:00 a.m. A Spanish Speaking interpreter will be available. The County Commissioners’ hearing room is handicap accessible. Additional arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 24-hour advance notice. Contact Lanie Johns at 509-422-7105 or at the address above.

Published in the Methow Valley News April 27, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune April 28, 2022. OVG953279 NOTIFICACION DE AUDIENCIA PUBLICA

POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la Directiva de Comisionados del Condado Okanogan efectuará una audiencia pública el martes, 10 de Mayo a las 11:00 a.m. Se puede asistir, ya sea en persona en su sala para audiencias, localizada al 123 5th Avenue North, Okanogan, WA 98840, o remotamente por Zoom, usando el siguiente enlace: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/84865217369 and launched capital campaign to “Build Belonging” in the valley. All the events are free. For more information, visit http:// methowhousingtrust.org/buildbelonging.

Meeting ID: 848 6521 7369 o por Teléfono, marcando ya sea +1 253 215 8782 o +1 669 900 9128 o +1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 848 6521 7369.

Arreglos de acceso para personas con discapacidad auditiva, o algúna otra, pueden hacerse usando el Washington Relay Service al 1-800-833-6384, al igual que en la página web: https://www.dshs. wa.gov/altsa/odhh/ telecommunication-relay-services.

El propósito de la audiencia pública es el de revisar el desarrollo de la comunidad la necesidad de viviendas , informar a los ciudadanos que hay fondos disponibles y la utilización elegible de la Concesión conocida como (CDBG), y para escuchar comentarios en cuanto a actividades propuestas, particularmente de personas con pocos recursos que residen en el Condado Okanogan. Se propone que haya $84,000 disponibles al condado y al Community Action Council para solventar servicios al público que beneficiarían principalmente a personas de bajo-a-moderado ingreso durante el programa del año 2022.

También se recibirán comentarios acerca de la productividad anterior por parte de las agencias del condado y del community action y el uso de los fondos de la Concesión CDBG para Servicios Públicos del año anterior. Habrá una lista general de las actividades propuestas al alcance para ser revisadas en la Oficina de Comisionados del Condado hasta el martes, 10 de Mayo, a las10:00 a.m., antes de ser sometida la solicitud.

• Jupiter restaurant, Winthrop, Thursday, April 28, 4 – 6 p.m.

• Methow Valley Farmers Market, Twisp, Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m. – noon.

• Methow Valley Thriftway, Friday, May 6, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

• Mazama Store, Sunday, May 8, 11 a.m. – 1 p. m.

• Block Party at TwispWorks, Saturday, May 28, 4 – 7 p.m., including yard games, music, food and brews and information.

Communications District Meeting

The Methow Valley Communications District board meets on May 10 at 4 p.m. in the Education Station building on the TwispWorks campus. For information, visit www.mvcomm.org, call (509) 557- 0963 or email secretary@ mvcomm.org

Pueden presentarse comentarios al Condado Okanogan por escríto hasta el 10 de Mayo a las 10:00 a.m. Habrá un Intérprete de habla Hispana. La sala de audiencias de los Comisionados del Condado Okanogan está equipada para acceso a personas descapacitadas. Cualquier petición adicional para arreglos especiales deberá ser recibida con 24 horas de anticipación. Comuníquese con Lanie Johns al 509-422-7105 o dirigiéndose al domicilio mencionado. Published in the Methow Valley News April 27, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune April 28, 2022. OVG953280 PARK PLACE PHASE II, LP 2021-2

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Jeff Sutton on behalf of Wescott & Associates, LLC applied for a subdivision. Eight residential lots will be created on approximately 11.58 acres. Lots range in size from 1 to 2 acres. Domestic water will be provided by a to be designed Group B water system using a permit exempt well, and individual on-site septic systems. Project comments must be submitted, in writing, or attend the public hearing. The Okanogan County Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing on May 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., located in the Commissioners Hearing Room in the Virginia Grainger Administration Building at 123 5th Ave. North, Okanogan, WA 98840. Information is available at the Office of Planning and Development. Direct questions and comments to: Okanogan County Office of Planning & Development, Charlene Schumacher, 123 5th Ave. N, Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, (509) 422-7113 or cschumacher@ co.okanogan.wa.us.

Published in the Methow Valley News April 27, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune April 28, 2022. OVG953286 OKANOGAN COUNTY

NOTICE OF FINAL DECISION

Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcel 3122270025, 3122270037 & 3122270036)

Proponent: Keith Hole & Janell Burelbach and Steven & Debra Varrelman

Decision: Approved

Boundary Line Adjustment: (parcel 3926130055, 7460010000, 7460030000, 7460040000, 7460050000 & 7460060000)

Proponent: Big Green Tractor LLC

Decision: Approved

Project: Festival Permit 2022-1, Okanogan Family Faire Proponent: Okanogan Family Faire

Decision: Conditional Approval The Okanogan County Office of Planning and Development made a final decision on the above-noted projects. Within 20 days of publication, parties with standing may appeal these decisions to the Okanogan County Hearing Examiner at 123 5th Ave. N. Suite 130, Okanogan, WA 98840, pursuant to OCC 2.67.010. An appeal must include the $1,250.00 appeal fee.

Published in the Methow Valley News April 27, 2022; Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune April 28, 2022. OVG953290