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Local students witness NASA launch

By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal

LAKE COUNTY — Kids of the Ronan Boys and Girls Club got the opportunity of a lifetime on Oct. 5-9 as they were invited to Florida to witness a NASA rocket launch in person.

A new program partnered with NASA and funded by the American Institute for Aeronau tics and Astronautics’ (AIAA),

“Students To Launch” reached out to the spectrUM Discovery Area with the University of Montana back in July.

According to the spectrUM Discovery Area Director Jessie Herbert-Meny, the hands-on science center in Missoula had applied for a grant that allowed them to become a NASA Com munity Anchor this last year to build upon NASA’s resources

and help share them with the people of Montana. As Students To Launch is still in its first year, it used the list of approximate ly 20 Community Anchors to choose who to begin working with. SpectrUM ended up one of the first sites they reached out to.

Herbert-Meny said they were offered the opportunity to par ticipate in a rocket launching

activity that would lead to some kids getting the chance to go see an actual rocket launch. They responded with an enthusias tic yes. From there, spectrUM reached out to their partners at the Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation to find in terested kids and Herbert-Meny said it just grew from there.

Students To Launch initially

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offered the funding to bring 30 kids, but said 40 could come down, so S&K Technologies offered to fund the addi tional 10 kids. However, when 48 kids at the club showed interest in going and had their parents’ permission, organizers reached back out to Stu dents to Launch to see if that was a possibility. They agreed, and then offered to fund the entire 48 after all.

“It took a ton of people to make it happen,” said Director of Operations of the Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation Amy Vaughan. “S&K Technologies got in volved and helped us pay for the charter, obviously the relationship with spectrUM, the schools allowing the kids to be gone … It was just amaz ing all the way around.”

“We’re all a little in shock I think,” Her bert-Meny commented. “We moved quickly and thankfully because of our relationship with the Boys and Girls Club it was a natural fit. Amy took on so much to coor dinate the needs students would have for travelling and we had 10 chaper ones … I was so pleased I got to be one. It was just really something else. I’m not sure we’ll ever get an opportunity like that again, but we’d certainly like to. It was really spe cial.”

The group spent five nights in Florida and

were able to experience a multitude of unique opportunities. While they weren’t able to see the original Crew 5 launch to the International Space Center due to travel de lays caused by the hurri cane in Florida, they were still able to see the launch of a Starlink satellite, (after a few false starts), a few nights later.

According to Vaughan, on Thursday evening the kids were supposed to see the SpaceX launch of the Falcon 9 rocket, but 30 seconds away from launch it was scrubbed. So, they reworked the schedule slightly and planned to see the launch on Friday night instead.

However, an hour before it was due to take off, as the kids were load ing onto the bus, it was scrubbed again. Finally, everything came together on Saturday night. Her

bert-Meny added that not only did they get to see a launch at last, but they also saw the Inter national Space Station fly overhead while they were on the NASA grounds and a barge return car rying a booster from the Crew 5 launch they had originally planned to see.

“It was just this real ly interesting moment when we’d had all these changes in our plans … It was pretty wild having all of those things come together like that,” Her bert-Meny said.

The kids also ended up the very first Students To Launch group to ac tually get to see a rocket launch. Four other groups from regions closer to the center have gone to see launches as well, but none of them ended up seeing a launch due to the unpredictable nature of the scheduling.

“We were the largest group, the group that travelled the furthest, and the first to actually get to see a launch during that program,” Herbert-Meny laughed. “It was just real ly spectacular.”

In addition to wit nessing a rocket launch, students also got to expe rience behind-the-scenes tours of the Kennedy Space Center, go onto a simulation of a rock et launch, go into the NASA press room and bull pen, do hands on activities addressing real world issues such as mak ing astro socks – socks designed to protect astro nauts’ feet in microgravity - and have dinner with astronaut Winston Scott, a former Boys and Girls Club kid himself.

“For all (the kids), there was some part of it that was just truly unbe

Students were designing astrosocks for astronauts to use in space to relieve pressure as they use the top of their feet to move around in the International Space Center top: Brandtly Caye, Cameraman, Isabella Heredia, Vance Means in chair, Owen Shirtliff

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The group gathered for a photo inside the Kennedy Space Center after completing an engineering design challenge of designing parachutes to slow the re-entry of the space capsules/shuttles.

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Denny Tatukivei and Sean Gainan test their parachute designs.

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lievable,” Vaughan said.

“I think my favorite part was meeting the astronaut. It felt kind of cool that he could tell me all about space and he could tell me his experiences up there,” said Adin Hunt, a Polson Middle School eighth grader who attend ed. “It felt super cool learning all about how humanity got into space and how everything ended up be ing the way it was.”

“My favorite thing was definite ly the Kennedy Space Center. I liked it a lot because I got to see different things and learn differ ent things,” stated Ronan Middle School sixth grader Kobe Stevens. “Something I think about still is Nicole Mann, because she was the first (female) Native American to go to space, which is really inter esting to me.”

Additionally, some of the stu dents were interviewed by NASA TV and allowed to ask questions directly for Commander Nicole Mann, the first female Native American to go to space. Mann, part of the Crew 5 launch group the kids were initially going to see, is now on the International Space Station. SpectrUM is working to possibly find a time for the kids to connect with her live while she’s in space.

SpectrUM will be working to bring additional NASA activities to the Flathead Reservation, ac cording to Herbert-Meny, as well as opportunities at the University of Montana and Salish Kootenai College. “We want to continue to build upon this experience to ex cite kids about careers in STEM,” she stated.

“One of the take homes was even if you’re a communications person or you really like plants, you have a really high likelihood of, in your lifetime, working for some sort of STEM-based organiza

tion,” Vaughan agreed. “Even if you’re in their marketing depart ment, it’s still STEM related. So (we’re) trying to impress upon the kids how important this con cept is overall for their life.”

SpectrUM will be holding their Big Night fundraiser on Nov. 4 at the Missoula Public Library with both live and silent auctions. The silent auction is accessible online even to those not present at the event. “It funds the work that we put in to build the relationships like we have with the Boys and Girls Club,” Herbert-Meny explained. “Without that relationship, this wouldn’t have been as successful as it was.”

Visit spectrUM online at… www.umt.edu/spectrum or the Boys and Girls Club at: www. flatheadbgc.org to learn more about upcoming opportunities or to get involved and support local students.

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RONAN — The Di vision of Fire wildland fire officials are report ing that the fire danger indices within CS&KT are still at high.

The warm weath er has prolonged fire season. Grass and fine fuels can quickly ignite and turn into a wildfire. When burning or recre ating outdoors, everyone needs to take special care when engaged in activities that could ig nite a wildfire.

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Tayshawn Edmo and former astronaut Winston Scott

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The group got to sit in the press box at NASA where questions are answered before and after launches. Kids in the Artemis press box photo are: Tour Guide (2 kids in background), Ilum White, Wyatt Boogerd, Emma Boogerd, Seth Lozeau, Vance Means.

Federal judge says Montana campaign rules apply to out-of-state super PAC

U.S. District Court Judge Donald Molloy says Convention of States super PAC should have followed Montana reporting requirements during 2022 Republican legislative primaries.

News from Alex Sakarissen Montana Free Press

MONTANA — A federal judge in Missoula last week resolved a recent legal dispute between an out-of-state super PAC and Montana Commis sioner of Political Practices Jeff Mangan, ruling that Mangan’s application of state disclosure requirements to the group was constitutional.

The order, issued Oct. 6 by U.S. District Court Judge Don ald Molloy, stems from a series of political fliers and radio ads distributed by the Convention of States Political Fund (CSPF) in support of three Republican leg islative candidates in Montana’s 2022 primary. Mangan investi gated the super PAC in response to a citizen complaint and found it had violated campaign practice laws by failing to adequately disclose its in-state activity with his office.

CSPF challenged that de cision in a civil lawsuit against Mangan in July, arguing that Montana’s disclosure rules for nonresident political committees are “vague” and in violation of the U.S. Constitution. The super PAC further claimed that it was initially directed by an unnamed member of Mangan’s staff to file in accordance with the disclosure deadlines in its home state of

Michigan. Mangan’s attorneys refuted that claim in court, stating that no member of his staff had memory of such a con versation and emphasizing that Michigan’s disclosure deadlines do not line up with Montana’s election calendar in a way that ensures transparency for voters.

Molloy echoed the latter point in his ruling, writing that as a result of CSPF following Michigan’s deadlines rather than Montana’s, “the public was not informed of the circumstances surrounding the candidates and their support” until a month and a half after the primary election. If such committees weren’t held to deadlines tailored to Mon tana’s election cycle, Molloy add ed, they could “consciously avoid disclosure by forming in states with less stringent disclosure deadlines than Montana” — a result that would “undermine the very purpose of Montana’s campaign disclosure laws.”

Near the end of his order,

Molloy also invoked Mangan’s described challenges contacting CSPF about the complaint in May as a tidy demonstration of why political committees — resident and nonresident alike — are required to file with the state immediately after their first foray into campaign activity.

“The trial testimony made clear that the commissioner had difficulty contacting [CSPF] when he first received the citizen complaint, requiring him to use ‘Google-fu’ to try to find the or ganization and take shots in the dark at general contact informa tion,” Molloy wrote. “That entire saga could have been avoided if plaintiff had filed its organiza tional statement consistent with [Montana law].”

Neither Mangan nor the Convention of States Political Fund immediately responded to email requests for comment on Molloy’s decision, and CSPF’s lead attorney in the federal court case did not immediately return

an email request for assistance in obtaining a statement from the super PAC. According to its website, CSPF’s mission is to support a call for a convention of state legislatures to amend the U.S. Constitution, a process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.

Molloy’s ruling upholding the constitutionality of requiring CSPF to follow Montana dis closure deadlines wasn’t the only bit of resolution surrounding the group’s activities this fall. On Sept. 21, Mangan dismissed a separate complaint brought against the super PAC by the national watchdog nonprofit Center for Media and Democ racy. CMD filed the complaint in August alleging that CSPF violated state law by concealing the true source of its funding. The super PAC, which spent more than $126,000 in Mon tana, got more than a third of its money from an Arizona-based political nonprofit called Con

servative Action for America, which, like other so-called dark money groups, is not required to disclose its donors. Based in part on the fact that Conservative Action for America was created by CSPF’s founder, Richard Johnson, CMD claimed that the money used for candidate research, fliers and radio ads in Montana came from “straw-do nor contributions.”

In a response filed with Mangan’s office, both groups characterized CMD’s complaint as lacking supporting evidence. Mangan ultimately agreed in his decision last month, writing that neither he nor the com plainant had uncovered evidence that Conservative Action for America had solicited donations expressly for use in messaging in Montana elections. Without such evidence, the state “does not have jurisdiction” over the nonprofit, Mangan wrote, add ing the CSPF “properly and ap propriately” named the nonprofit as a contributor.

CMD Executive Director Arn Pearson told Montana Free Press via email this week that his organization is “disappointed” by Mangan’s dismissal of the complaint.

“But note that the com missioner did not address the merits,” Pearson added. “CMD stands by its assertion that the group formed a fake [nonprofit] in Arizona to hide the identity of major donors to its super PAC, and will pursue the matter in other states. Voters should be very wary about putting the fate of the U.S. Constitution in the hands of a radical group that goes to such lengths to hide who bankrolled its big money attempt to influence Montana’s primaries.”

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The office of the Montana Commissioner of Political Practices.

Ronan prepares for its first trunk-or-treat event

By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal

RONAN — Kids in the Ronan area will be able to enjoy a “trunk-or-treat” on Hallow een this year on the lawn of Glacier Bank.

Organized by Mission Mountain Holdings, Opera tions Coordinator Bryla Jones said it came together because they wanted a safe way to give out candy as a business.

“We’re on (Highway) 93, so we were concerned about kids coming by the building on that corner,” Jones explained. “I’m from Wyoming, and we used to do a lot of Trunk-or-Treats where I’m from, so I said may be we could do (that). Then it just kind of snowballed from there.”

On top of being a safe Hal

loween event for local kids, proceeds from the trunk-ortreat will be donated to the local 4-H club. “We decided we wanted to make it a non-profit (event), so our business is com mitting to $1,000,” Jones ex plained. “I budgeted for about $2,000 (to make it happen), but everybody’s been so generous and it’s been so great that I’m coming in really under budget … so pretty much everything that everybody’s going to give us goes directly to 4-H. We’re really excited about that … we’re excited to see what (4-H) wants to do with the money.”

So far, the event has about 15 trunks planned from businesses that have signed up so far and more are expected by Hallow een day. Businesses that donate at least $100 get a shoutout on

the trunk-or-treat Facebook page linked by the Ronan Chamber of Commerce and those that donate at least $250 will have their logo on a banner hung at the event.

While other towns in the county have trunk-or-treats, such as the New Life Church Trunk-or-Treat in Polson, this will be the first within Ronan as far as organizers are aware.

“It’s been so great. I’m not originally from Ronan, so I think it’s just been such a great experience,” Jones said. “I’ve got to meet a lot of different busi ness owners and it’s just amaz ing to watch all of the busi nesses come together … We’ve already raised over $1,700 and it’s just kind of blown me away at the generosity of the busi nesses and how receptive peo

ple have been.”

In addition to funds, some businesses have helped by do nating incentives to help raise more money for 4-H. Rocky Mountain Signworks, for in stance, is donating the banner on which sponsors will have their logos printed. Anderson Broadcasting is also donating half the ad spots organizers are using for the event, some of which they’ll use to shout out to those who have donated.

Mission Mountain Holdings will have hot chocolate, cider and water for everyone on Halloween. A large gift basket worth about $100 will be up for winning for whoever can guess the number of candies in a jar. There will also be a contest for the best decorated trunk with the winner receiving donuts

and coffee (donated by Jones herself) delivered to their office.

While only businesses are participating so far, Jones said she would be open to individ uals participating as well. To learn more about how to get involved, call Jones at 406-8806669 or email her at: bryla@ mission-mountain.com. The event will start at 4 p.m. on Oct. 31.

“We wanted to do something little kids could come to,” Jones commented. “I’ve been wanting to figure out ways to kind of get into the community and 4-H has been one thing I really wanted to support but don’t actually know that much about, so it’s just kind of turned into this huge thing I’m passionate about … We definitely want to make this an annual thing.”

Armstrong pleads not guilty to burglary, theft

POLSON — A Browning woman is accused of stealing a vehicle in Polson and leading law enforcement on a pursuit in Mineral County. Al exandria Marie Armstrong, 27, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on Oct. 13 to felony charges of burglary and theft.

According to court records, on April 30, Arm strong is alleged to have stolen a 2021 blue Ford Explorer from the garage of a residence on Bayview Drive in Polson. An attempt to locate was issued for the car that was later the subject of a pursuit with law enforcement in Mineral County. Arm strong had just been released from the Lake County jail after being arrested in Polson the day before. She was arrested for stealing a black Hyundai in Browning and driving it to Polson. A small amount of methamphetamine was allegedly located in the Hyundai. Prosecutor Brendan McQuillan with the Lake County Attorney’s office said Armstrong is also charged with the theft of the Hyundai and criminal possession of dangerous drugs. She has not yet appeared in court on those charges.

Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher set the case for trial on March 27, 2023. Armstrong is at Liberty.

Graham pleads not guilty to sexual assault

POLSON — A St. Ignatius man is accused of assaulting a minor. Michael Robert Graham, 70, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on Oct. 12 to sexual assault.

According to court records, on June 7, investigators interviewed a “Jane Doe” - a minor, who indicated that Graham had assaulted her on two separate occasions. Another witness allegedly corroborated Jane Doe’s ac count of one of the incidents. Judge Molly Owen set the case for jury trial April 3, 2023.

Woods and Barrows plead not guilty to assault

POLSON — A Polson husband and wife are accused of assaulting the wife’s mother over a parking spot. Christopher Aaron Michael Woods, 26, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on Oct. 13 to felony assault with a weapon. His wife, Lacrecia Marie Barrows, 32, en tered a plea of not guilty to accountability to assault with a weapon.

According to court records, on Sept. 8 an altercation occurred between Barrows and her mother when the mother parked her vehicle in the yard of her home. Barrows allegedly pulled her mother out of the vehicle and punched her. Barrows’ husband Woods then allegedly shot the mother with a BB gun at the solicitation of Barrows who is quoted in charging documents as saying, “keep shooting, keep shooting.” The mother was shot multiple times with BB’s penetrating or lacerating the skin on her face, arm, finger, lower leg and three on her upper chest area. She also allegedly suffered scars and bruising.

Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher set both cases for trial on March 27, 2023. Both Barrows and Woods are at liberty.

Irvine committed for criminal mischief

POLSON — A Ronan man was commit ted at District Court in Polson on Oct. 12 to the Montana Department of Corrections for a period of four years, with all that time suspended, on one count of assault on a peace officer. That man, Clint Headdress Irvine, 30, was also committed to the DOC for six years with four years suspend ed for criminal mischief. Judge Molly Owen or dered the sentences to run consecutively to each other.

According to court records, Irvine was the subject of a trespassing complaint on Jan. 23. A deputy with the Lake County Sheriff’s office arrived and located Ir

vine. Irvine was wanted on an outstanding war rant and was detained by the deputy. While being placed in the back seat of the deputy’s patrol car, Irvine head butted the deputy causing the depu ty’s glasses to cut the side of his head.

In the criminal mis chief case, Irvine admit ted to slashing the tires of numerous vehicles in the Ronan area June 7. At least 41 tires were reported as slashed that day.

Judge Owen ordered Irvine to pay restitution of $6,569.69 to the vic tims of the tire slashing. She also gave Irvine credit for having served 129 days in the Lake County jail.

Parizeau pleads not guilty to assault, burglary

POLSON — A Polson man is ac cused of stabbing another man in the hand. Joseph C. Parizeau, 47, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on Oct. 12 to assault with a weapon and aggravated burglary.

According to court records, on Aug. 9 law enforcement officers responded to St. Luke Hospital in Ronan on a report that staff was treating the victim of a stab wound to his hand. The alleged vic tim stated that he was at his apartment when Parizeau stabbed him. A neighbor in the apartment told investigators that she heard the victim yelling for Parizeau to leave his apartment. That was right before the victim came downstairs with the stab wound to his hand. Staff at the hospital said it took three sutures to close the wound.

Judge Molly Owen set the case for trial April 3.

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St. Luke donates to local athletic booster clubs

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RONAN — Sever al years ago, St. Luke Community Healthcare transitioned to perform ing sports physicals as part of a student athlete’s annual well child check.

“This change offered a more comprehensive check-up for the ath letes,” said Whitney Liegakos, PR Manager

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at St. Luke. “The student and their family physi cian cover a wider range of areas than a typical physical, including de velopment milestones and mental well-being. This annual exam is im portant for all children, including students.” As a thank you to the com munity for taking time to bring children in for their annual visit, St.

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Luke donates $25 to a student’s athletic booster club if a sports physical is performed during their well child check. This summer, St. Luke performed 376 well child checks with sports phys icals, which added up to $9,400 in donations going out to the com munity.

Ronan was eligible for $2,750 of those donated

dollars and Polson was eligible for $2,725. St. Luke providers recently attended local football games to present the checks and show their support for this import ant cause. “We see it as a huge win-win for the athletes, the providers, and the schools as well,” explains Liegakos. “It allows us a unique op portunity to support

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the local booster clubs while also offering a higher level of care to the students. With our community clinics locat ed through the Valley in Polson, Ronan, and St.

Ignatius, students and student athletes have ample options for com pleting their wellness check every year. We hope to continue the tra dition.”

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St. Luke Providers, Dr. Kena Lackman, Dr. Tyler Thorson, and Rob Alfiero, PA-C, pre sented the 2022 sports donation to the Polson Booster Club.

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St. Luke Providers, Jesse Alfiero PA-C and Rob Alfiero PA-C, presented the 2022 sports donation to the Ronan Booster

valley views Vote Republican for common sense solutions

It’s election season, also known as the season of misleading information. A prime ex ample is what appears to be Montana Democrats’ main talking point on legislative races: “If the Republicans can flip just two more legislative seats, they’re coming after the constitution.”

What the Democrats fail to mention is that the Legislature cannot change Montana’s Con stitution. It says right there in the constitu tion that any proposed amendments have to be voted on by Montana voters. At most, the

Legislature can propose amendments for the voters to decide. A good example of that is the proposed constitutional amendment on the ballot this year to safeguard our privacy in the digital age. Repub licans passed it in the Legislature over the objections of more than 20 House Demo crats. Now, voters will get to decide whether the government is required to get a warrant before accessing our election communications.

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fear mongering about make believe “threats” to constitutional rights, I don’t see voters approv ing changes to reduce or eliminate freedom of speech, per sonal privacy, tribal sover eignty, reli gious freedom, public educa tion, a clean environment, civil rights, the right to bear arms, hunting and fishing rights, or public access rights, among others. Nor do I see Re publicans proposing any radical changes like that.

is that they don’t trust Montana voters. Montana Democrats believe the government knows what is best for you and they don’t trust you to update our constitution if that’s what you want to do, whether regarding digital privacy or any other topic.

bringing in dangerous drugs, and destroying our energy and natural resources economy while supporting OPEC oil and overseas mining em ploying child labor, not to mention Biden’s reckless spending and inflation.

their candidates.

Vote Republican for common sense solutions.

LETTER POLICY

Despite the Democrats’

We need local solutions

Governor Gian forte’s Housing Task Force released its draft recommendations to address housing in Montana. These include forcing every community to allow accessory dwell ing units (ADUs) on every residential lot, re moving local restrictions on how small lots can be, and stopping local gov ernments from requiring parking spaces for new development. These rec ommendations to remove local regulations are not surprising because the Task Force began with

the assumption that local regulations are the pri mary cause of the hous ing crisis in Montana.

The state has spent billions in marketing to convince people to move here to work, live, and play. Now they are here, and we can no longer afford to live in our own commu nities. Housing advocates, local governments, plan ners, and other experi enced public and private sector organizations have been working to solve

What Montana Dem ocrats are really saying

The Montana Dem ocrats are spinning lies and nonsense because they know Montana does not support their far-left liberal agenda of pushing woke policies destroying our families, culture, and schools. Montana doesn’t support their agenda promoting soft on crime policies, open borders

With an unpopular agenda like that, I guess I’m not surprised Mon tana Democrats have resorted to trying to mis lead Montanans about our own constitution. This November, remem ber, only you can change Montana’s constitution. But Montana Democrats will implement reckless policies if you vote for

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the housing problem for years and find solutions to ensure that people can find a home they can afford. The complex in tersection of virtual em ployment, the high price and scarcity of building materials, in creasing land prices, labor shortages, and chronic lack of state support for housing programs require multi-layered solutions and public-pri vate partnerships. In some communities, water and sewer services are

inadequate for the new growth. In others, land prices make housing de velopment too expensive. And in yet another, pub lic opposition to a new development becomes insurmountable. There is no one solution.

Our state’s outdated land use and planning laws, which only allow review and public partic ipation after an applica tion is submitted, make the development approval process long, expensive, and uncertain. These antiquated laws and pro cesses stand in the way

of increasing our housing supply. Fortunately, the 2021 Legislature decided to create a Land Use In terim Working Group to officially look at an over haul of land use and laws in Montana. This com mittee includes represen tatives from the realtors, builders, land surveyors, professional planners, clerks and recorders, and engineering companies, in addition to the Mon tana League of Cities and Towns, the Montana Association of Counties, and a bipartisan group

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of legislators. This working group has been meeting regularly since 2021 to care fully craft a proposal that helps developers with faster, less expensive review pro cesses to help make projects pencil out.

Modernizing land use and planning laws are a far cry from the one-size-fitsall zoning reforms that the Housing Task Force recom mends. Their draft report calls for removing parking requirements in every com munity and allowing a sec ond dwelling unit on every residential lot in Montana. These aren’t Montana solu tions. These state-down re quirements are ideas straight from California. The state shouldn’t dictate such zon ing reforms – they should be based on local circum stances, needs, and priorities.

Removing parking require ments for communities without bus systems can result in less mobility and access. Additional dwelling units without local permit ting will lead to inadequate sewer treatment in some communities. Our local elected officials know what their communities need and

the solutions to build more housing in their commu nities.

Montana’s cities and towns want to work with the Legislature to demon strate what they need locally to create more housing. We support local decision-mak ing on what zoning reforms work best in each of our communities. We need more investment to expand our infrastructure capacity to serve increasing popula tions with drinking water, sewer treatment, and road construction and mainte nance. We need to increase the state’s commitment to financing the construction of housing people can afford. We need to mod ernize our state planning laws. These solutions are complicated, long-term, and require large-scale in vestments, but this is the hard work necessary to truly address Montana’s housing crisis.

Kelly Lynch is the Execu tive Director of the Montana League of Cities and Towns, a nonpartisan, nonprofit asso ciation supporting 127 Mon tana communities to provide resources and advocacy to build and maintain unique, vibrant, healthy, and safe communities.

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Consider Azzopardi

Editor,

There could not be a bigger difference be tween the Democrat and Republican candidates running for Montana House District 93. Shir ley Azzopardi has shown that she cares what is on the minds of voters in her District. Shirley has personally knocked over 1,000 doors since May. She is currently knocking on doors five nights a week. Her com mitment and hard work to connect with voters in her District has shown that she is willing to work for her constituents and Montana. Shir ley has not just been knocking select voters’ doors, but all doors, Republican, Democrat and Independents.

Whereas her Re publican opponent, Joe Read, doesn’t seem to feel he has to work to connect with his voters. Has anyone seen Joe out knocking doors in his District?

Does he really believe that a few signs and an “R” by his name are enough to get him back into office? Do voters really want to support a Representative that voted for unconstitu tional laws that ended up costing the taxpayers of Montana millions of dollars to overturn?

Vote for Shirley Azzo pardi. Our Montana way of life depends on it.

Dayna McClure Polson

Answer questions

Editor, The Missoulian pub lished a Voter Guide for 2022 on Oct. 9 that

provided at look at Montana’s Legislative candidates. Each candi date in several western Montana counties was asked to provide a brief bio as well as answer the same five questions. This information gives us, the voters, information about our candidates’ background and insight into how they might vote while in office.

As I am from Lake County, I was interest ed in the candidates in those districts. Surpris ingly, Linda Reksten, the Republican candidate for House District 12, and Joe Read, the Re publican candidate for House District 93, both

did not respond to the questionnaire. Converse ly Shirley Azzopardi, the Democrat candidate for House District 93, and Sterling Laudon, the Democrat for House District 12, both replied to the questionnaires.

Since these two Re publican candidates provide no information, I have no idea about their qualifications and background for the job. Therefore, I must assume that they are not as qual ified as their opponents.

Candidates who want our votes should, at the very least, answer ques tions posed to them. If they cannot answer see page 12

Vacancy Announcement

The Ronan School District is seeking interested individuals to serve on the following committee:

TITLE VI PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

*Must be a parent/guardian of an eligible Title VI student enrolled in the Ronan School District.

Title VI Students are: Enrolled Members of a Federally Recognized Tribe or 1st Generation Descendant (enrolled parent) or 2nd Generation Descendant (enrolled grandparent)

Purpose of the Committee:

Assist in the development of bylaws consistent with RSD policies and procedures.

Assist in the grant program development, review budget, financial reports and analysis to determine that grant funds are being used to supplement and not supplant the level of funds available to the community for the education of American Indian Children, in consultation and collaboration with RSD.

Review and give recommendations based upon the grant, which includes the Indian Education Report.

Assure and set forth the policies and procedures ensuring the program will be operated and evaluated in consultation with, and with the involvement of, parents/ guardians of the children, and representatives of the area, to be served.

Title VI Goals:

Increase Cultural Awareness and Identity

Increase College/Career Pathways Readiness

At-Risk Student Support

Please contact Eva Green if you are interested. eva.green@ronank12.edu (406) 676-3390 EXT 7532 *OPEN UNTIL FILLED

questions as candidates, how should we expect that they will be responsive and serve our in terests when they are in office?

Kathleen Farmer Polson

Keep out partisanship

Editor,

Montana is full of many folks with many opinions and beliefs. We live in a very partisan times and our state is no different than many places across this great nation. While there is a place to express one’s political beliefs, the Supreme Court of the State of Montana is not that place. We must keep

the Court out of the petty, hateful partisan politics.

That brings me to the ads which are running everywhere for James Brown, who is run ning for the Supreme Court. Mr. Brown’s ads are so full of extreme political statements, most of which are untrue and reek of an attempt to scare one segment of the voting pop ulation to vote based on his hateful statements. My belief is that these ads show a complete lack of respect for the Judicial system which should always be above petty party politics, and therefor he has shown he should not only not be elected to the State’s highest court, but he should not even be allowed in the building. The time is ripe for folks who want to unite us and not divide us.

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Bob Lee Polson

Respond appropriately

Editor,

Our nation is in political crisis. In my view it is due to the unusually dangerous divide within the Republican party. This divide is actually threat ening the continuation of our normal democratic system of government.

Within the Republican ranks, some of the most neg ative aspects of human nature are being played out. These aspects include casting blame, anger, attacks and violence. It is running rampant and has divided the GOP members of Congress.

However, I choose to believe that in a very few years the GOP is going to re-emerge as our sensible and normal func tioning political party. But this takes time.

We need patience. We need sensible GOP candidates run ning for office. And we average Americans need to respond ap propriately and do whatever we each can to contribute to our nation’s ‘healing to wholeness’.

Bob McClellan Missoula

Need to know Editor,

It’s unbelievable how irre sponsible some candidates can be when it comes to sharing their qualifications, views, and

issues they support with the voters. Annie Bukacek has refused to face John Repke in various communities in PSC 5 that have attempted to expose her and her beliefs to the voters. No debates and no non-partisan questionnaires, including the non-partisan League of Women Voters questionnaire. Why does she continue avoiding our voters?

She claims, as a physician, she is too busy. Will she be too busy to do the important work of the PSC? Critical thinking voters need to know what kind of representative they are get ting and not just vote D or R because they always have. Your utility bills might depend on it.

Craig McClure Polson vj

Pirates cruise to win over Browning

Story and Photos by Bob Gunderson For the Valley Journal

POLSON — Polson scored early and often in Thursday’s encounter with the Browning Indians. A run ning clock shortened the game start ing in the second quarter as Polson built a 41-point lead.

Keyen Nash returned from a two

week layoff due to an injury related absence to rush for 101 yards and two touchdowns. Dawson Dumont caught a pair of touchdown passes from quarterback Jarrett Wilson. Wilson also ran for a touchdown. The Pirate quarterback was 9 of 14 for 123 yards in the air, and also rushed for 44 yards. Polson had 415 yards of offense while holding

Browning to 87 total yards. The Pirates remain undefeated in the conference and overall (4-0, 7-0).

Polson plays Whitefish Friday Oct. 21 on Senior night. one being a 44-yard catch and run. The Pirates are now 7-0, hosting Whitefish for the last game of the regular season on Oct. 21 at 7 p.m.

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Story and Photos by Porter Counts / Valley Journal

CHARLO — The Lady Vikings hosted the Noxon Lady Devils, losing in a tight match on Oct. 15, 3-2 (23-25, 25-23, 25-12, 16-25, 15-9). The game was close throughout with Noxon winning the first game, being pushed all

the way by the Vikings. Charlo stormed back winning the second and third games. In turn, the Lady Devils won the fourth and fifth games to hand the Lady Vikings their first loss of the season. Leah Cahoon led the Lady Vikings with 10 kills, with Hayleigh Smith and Aida Cote added nine of their own. Pay ton Smith also had a great night with a game high 22 assists and 6 aces. Charlo next travels to Alberton Oct. 21 at 5:30 p.m.

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Arlee Warriors beat Eagles

ready to play,” Huisman said.

ARLEE — The Arlee War riors faced off against the Valley Christian Eagles on Friday Oct. 14, winning 74-32. The Warriors improved to 5-3 on the season with a great showing from both the offensive and defensive sides of the game.

Arlee took no time getting go ing, scoring within the first two minutes from a Kaiden Ostby run. Ostby scored again minutes later to lead The Warriors to a 14-0 start and 30-6 first quarter.

Arlee Coach Quinn Huisman commented on the great start of the night.

“We’ve struggled this sea son, especially these last seven games, to get going. It usually takes us a few drives to get go ing and this game they came out

The Warriors were able to score 30 points in both first and second quarters, led by Quar terback Kendall O’neill. O’neill had a great night individually, going 12 for 17 passing, with 152 yards and six touchdowns to end the regular season on a high. The Warriors also rushed for 251 yards and 4 touchdowns while not turning the ball over once and intercepting three passes and recovering a fumble.

Ending the season well was important to Coach Huisman to help ensure that the program keeps progressing every season.

“We’re losing a few very im portant guys this year, but we have a lot go guys returning with a ton of playing experience, so I’m really looking forward to next season,” Huisman com mented.

Story and Photos by Porter Counts Valley Journal

Congratulations to the 2022 INFR Tour Rodeo of the Year

News from the Polson Chamber of Commerce

POLSON — The Flathead River Rodeo in Polson has won the 2022 INFR Tour Rodeo of the Year.

This year the Flathead River Rodeo had 599 con testants. Indian National Tour Rodeo – Rodeo of the Year is voted on by these contestants. This year there were over 25 rodeo’s across the United States and Canada that were eligible to be voted on for Rodeo of the Year. Con testants came from Cana da to Florida and all points in between. This year we had over 2,000 fans watch three days of rodeo.

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Memorial tournament celebrates athletes

By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal

RONAN — On Friday, Oct. 14, athletes from the five valleys area gathered to honor the life of Alex Braun at the second Alex Braun Memorial Basketball Tournament put on by the Special Olympics of Montana.

Alex Braun was a young Missoula athlete who passed away in the summer of 2021. Though tennis was his prima ry sport, he volunteered as a basketball coach for Special Olympics for three years while he was in high school.

“I think his family wanted something that would honor his memory in a way that was impactful to a lot of athletes, and kind of establish some thing over time,” commented Kelly Mulcaire, the commu nications coordinator with the Special Olympics Five Valleys Area. “(The family’s) generos ity really has allowed our area to establish this tournament, bring athletes from all over for basketball.”

While this is the second year of the tournament, it will be the first that returns to full activities with athletes from

across the Five Valleys area – from Polson to Hamilton – competing in person since COVID.

With another tournament coming up in Butte for ath letes from all over the state, Mulcaire said the memorial tournament was a great way to get extra community in volvement locally. It was also helpful for getting the athletes in the tournament atmosphere before they had to Butte, she said.

The event saw a large turn out of athletes and had ample volunteers as well. Still, Mul

caire stated they could always use more. “We have a lot of really dedicated volunteers that are involved on a long-term basis. I think as we’re coming out of the covid times and do ing more events… we’d love to see the community come and kind of get back into that dayof volunteering,” she said.

To learn more about volun teering, or to be placed on a list of contacts for single-day events, visit their website at www.somt.org and look under the tab for the Five Valleys Area. They can also be mes saged on Facebook at www.

facebook.com/FiveValleys AreaSpecialOlympics. “We love having volunteers, and I think volunteers love coming to those events because it’s so fun to get to see the athletes in their element. It’s probably one of the best parts of volunteer ing,” Mulcaire added.

According to the organi zation, they hope to have the memorial tournament back in Ronan next year. Stated Mul caire, “(The Brauns) got the fund going. That’ll establish this as something we can have for 5 Valley Area athletes for years to come, hopefully.”

RHS starts Code Girls United’s tribal computer coding pilot program

Nominate outstanding teacher of children ages 4-10

RONAN — Sixteen Ronan High School girls will be learning about computer science and coding while developing apps using MIT’s Appinventor. The girls will also learn business skills when they divide into teams and use what they have learned to create their own app that solves a community problem. They will be creating a business plan for their project and make presentations to their local leaders for cash prizes.

Code Girls United endeavors to create a program that not only teaches real world skills, but also builds self-con fidence, providing a path to future technology learning opportunities. The program is tailored to include culturally relevant content based on feedback from Native Youth organizations. Additionally, Code Girls United’s Native Ambassador, alumni, and volunteer Kelsea Bemis will provide an additional bridge and encour agement for the program.

The purpose of the Tribal Computer Coding Program is to provide training and incentives to students in tribal communities for computer coding and computer programming courses that will prepare them for the workforce.

Code Girls United worked in coordi nation with the Office of Public Instruc tion and the administration and staff at Ronan High School to implement the pilot program with a future goal to rep licate the program throughout Reserva tion high schools across the state.

Code Girls United is very excited to be included in the growth of Montana’s next generation of technology workers who are able to work and stay in Montana.

Code Girls United 4th-8th grade programs run year-long throughout Montana. If you would like to learn how to bring the Code Girls United program to your area, school, or organization, please contact Marianne Smith at m.smith@codegirlsunited.org. To learn more visit: www.codegirlsunited.org.

LAKE COUNTY — Nomina tions for Big Sky Bright Lights, a new project launch to recognize “Excellence in our local Educational Settings,” are due by Oct. 20 and the nominees will receive awards and recognition in November.

Who can be nominated? All those who work in an educational setting with children, age 4-10 or those who have done something outstanding for education with this population in the last year, with in Lake County or the Flathead Reservation. Possible nominees ... teacher, classroom assistant, prin cipal, vice principal, program man ager, custodian, kitchen, grounds, finance, research, office, safety, cul ture, language, arts, theater, as well

as community members at large who have made a positive difference in education for our 4-10 year old population in public schools, private schools, or from the community in general.

If you know someone who should be recognized, please nominate them by Oct. 20. For more infor mation contact Jennifer at: help inghandsfund1@gmail.com or call 406-883-8256. We look forward to honoring those who are making a difference in our children’s lives. This project is sponsored by the Zero to Five Flathead Reserva tion-Lake County & the Young Child Wellness Council. Please find more information about us on our website at: zerotofivefrlc.org  It is our mission to connect communi ties, celebrate families and cultivate futures.

Globetrotting teacher takes students on cultural, educational adventures

News from Scott Boen Polson School District #23

POLSON — Polson Middle School teacher Mark Rochin is passionate about offering students extracurricular oppor tunities. He believes the oppor tunities enrich and complement the district’s curriculum and contribute positively to student development. During his 31 year teaching career, he coached for 28 years, headed an athletic club, and worked as a driver’s educa tion instructor. Also, he is hope lessly afflicted with wanderlust. In 2017, he combined these two passions, traveled to Barcelona, Spain, and received training to organize and chaperone student educational trips abroad. The fol

lowing year, he led a ten-day trip to Europe. The fifteen-member group traveled to London, Paris, Florence, Rome, the Vatican, and Capris Island.

“It was an incredible trip … The students and I toured the Louvre, Notre Dame, Pompeii, the Sistine Chapel, and the

Palace of Versailles,” said Mr. Rochin. “It was great to see the students experience new things and cultures,” said Rochin.

In 2019, he led a seven-day student educational trip to Costa Rica. During that trip, he and the students walked and ziplined through a rainforest, snorkeled in a coral reef, toured a coffee bean plantation, and toured a local school. When abroad, the students had to traverse obsta cles unique to being in a foreign country. “This gives them confi dence and makes them so much more rounded,” said Rochin.

Mr. Rochin has two future trips planned. He is organizing and chaperoning an eight-day trip to Belize this summer. The trip’s itinerary includes boating

down the New River Lagoon, visiting a sugar mill, touring the Lamanai and Xunantunich Ruins, cave tubing, visiting the Chaa Creek Natural History Museum, going on a jungle night hike, snorkeling in coral gardens, ziplining, learning some jungle survival skills, and par ticipating in a cultural exchange with locals.

In addition, he has a trip planned to Peru for the summer of 2024. This trip features a visit to the Larco Herrera Museum, San Francisco Monastery, Maras salt ponds, and the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, tours of the Ko rikancha Temple, Ollantaytam bo, a local market, and Machu Picchu, multiple train rides, boating and hiking through the

Amazon, and various other cul tural and educational activities.

“We would like our students to be global leaders, and traveling abroad helps them experience new perspectives and navigate different cultures,” said Scott Boen, Director of Human Re sources and Communication. “By offering these travel abroad experiences to our students, Mr. Rochin is providing them with invaluable life lessons and hope fully giving them tools that will better enable them to adapt to globalization,” said Boen.

There are still spots available to join Mr. Rochin’s summer 2023 Belize trip and the summer 2024 trip to Peru. They are open to Polson students and their family members.

Mark Rochin

News from Code Girls United

News from Jennifer Rolfsness P.C., Zero to Five Flathead Reservation-Lake County

to streamline hiring of mental health care professionals

U.S. Senate — Following a years-long push from Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), the Depart ment of Veterans Affairs announced that the Office of Personnel Management is finalizing two new occupation al series for Licensed Profes sional Mental Health Counsel ors and Marriage and Family Therapists at VA—a move that will help VA recruit and retain mental health providers in rural America.

“Ensuring the steady and streamlined hiring of mental health providers is a key com ponent in our continued push to strengthen VA’s workforce in rural states like Montana,” said Chairman Tester. “That’s why this change is so critical—it’ll establish a process to fill crit ical vacancies, retain qualified talent, and connect more folks in hard to reach areas with the quality mental health care they need and earned.”

“Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists help provide our veterans with the services and care they need,” said Ranking Member Moran. “After many years of advocating with my

colleagues for a change in the way VA hires this category of therapists, the VA plans to es tablish an occupational series which will help streamline the hiring process of these health care professionals. Through this change, veterans will have greater access to the services provided by therapists and counselors through the VA.”

The Senators championed their bipartisan Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improve ment Act (Hannon Act)—a landmark law to bolster VA’s mental health workforce and increase rural veterans’ access to care. Signed into law in October 2020, the Hannon Act required VA and OPM to develop an occupational se ries for Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Ther apists at VA to deliver more timely mental health care to veterans. An occupational series is an OPM classifica tion that makes it easier for human resources specialists to post job vacancies and place qualified candidates in open positions. Under this new an nouncement, current employ ees will be transitioned onto the new occupational series no later than Jan. 9, 2023. The

new occupational series will also be used to aid the De partment’s mental health care hiring efforts.

“The creation of the new Occupational Series for LPM HCs and MFTs will ensure VA is able to hire and retain more mental health professionals to provide the high-quality care our nation’s veterans deserve,” said National Board for Certified Counselors President and CEO Dr. Kylie Dotson-Blake PhD, NCC, LCMHC. “We applaud Sen. Tester and Sen. Moran for their dedication to ensuring access to care for veterans and their years of work on this import ant issue.”

“We have been eager ly awaiting this news for months,” said President of the Veterans Coalition of Northwest Montana Michael Shepard. “At the Veterans Co alition of Northwest Montana, we teach a proactive course in identifying veteran tendencies for possible suicide preven tion. But without adequate VA mental health care staff, our efforts only go so far. We appreciate Senator Tester’s efforts and are optimistic this change will prevent more veterans from falling through the cracks.”

Master Hunter Program announced

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks

MONTANA — One Montana’s Master Hunter Program is accepting applications Oct. 1, 2022 – Nov. 30, 2022, for the 2023 program. Classes will be held in Billings (March), Boze man (April) and Missoula (May). Each class will consist of two 3-Day consecutive weekends (Friday – Sunday). A two-day weekend rendezvous in June is also required for qualifications, field exercises, and the final exam.

The Master Hunter Program (MHP) is an advanced educa tion program for hunters who want to improve and hone their knowledge and skills, build rela tionships with landowners to aid their wildlife management goals, and be advocates for conserva tion and wildlife. By creating op portunities for landowners and sportsmen to connect to each other, the MHP helps to deepen knowledge and understanding about ranching and agriculture, and ultimately works to increase access opportunities for future generations.

To date, 291 hunters have successfully completed the program. Graduates belong to a community of likeminded hunt ers stretching from Whitefish to Miles City who hunt together,

keep each other informed, and are knowledgeable voices on issues affecting sportsmen across MT.

The program covers wildlife management, history of con servation, hunting culture and ethics, private land stewardship, and shooting accuracy and pre cision among other topics. The instructors have a wide diversity of knowledge and perspectives and include ranchers, farmers, university faculty, professional shooting instructors, wildlife managers, wildlife biologists, and MT Fish Wildlife and Parks personnel.

The program is led by One Montana, a nonprofit working to sustain a vibrant Montana by connecting our urban and rural communities. The program is supported financially by private foundations, nonprofit organi zations, trade associations and industry partners such as the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Bass Pro Shop’s and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund, Montana Stock growers Association, Montana Grain Growers Association, Montana’s Outdoor Legacy Foundation, onX Maps, Mystery Ranch, Sitka Gear and others.

Please visit: www.mtmas terhunter.com for information about the application process, class dates, and eligibility re quirements.

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FWP hosts virtual bear safety training

HELENA — Hu man-bear conflicts increase in fall as bears gorge in preparation for hibernation and people take to the woods for ar chery and rifle hunting seasons. FWP will host two virtual bear safety training events, followed by two bear spray giveaway opportunities in Bozeman and Helena.

The virtual bear safe ty events are focused on bear awareness for hunters and will cover bear safety, bi ology, conflict pre vention, responding to bear encounters, handling carcasses in bear country, and how to use bear spray. The two events will be held Oct. 24 from 6-7:30 p.m. Virtual presenta tions are free and open to anyone. Each event will cover the same ma terial.

To attend the virtu al training on Oct. 24, go to: mt-gov.zoom. us/j/81115473564?p wd=dWFOMW5VRT BXR21yN2ZUYm

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If you are interested in learning more about hunting safely in griz zly bear country and can’t  make it to one of these events, you can watch a recording of the “Bear Safety for Hunters” presentation at: youtu.be/tihgSHM HVhA

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prise encounters and remain vigilant and safe in bear country:   — Carry bear spray in an easily accessible loca tion and be prepared to use it.

— Look for bear sign and be cautious around creeks and areas with limited visibility.   — Hunt with a group of people. Making lo calized noise can alert bears to your presence.

— Be aware that elk calls and cover scents can attract bears.   — Bring the equipment and people needed to help field dress game and remove the meat from the kill site as soon

as possible.

— If you need to leave part of the meat in the field during processing, hang it at least 10 feet off the ground and at least 150 yards from the gut pile. Leave it where it can be observed from a distance of at least 200 yards.

— Upon your return, observe the meat with binoculars. If it has been disturbed or if a bear is in the area, leave and call FWP.

For more information and resources on bear safety, visit: https://fwp. mt.gov/conservation/ wildlife-management/ bear/be-bear-aware.

Vote for Sam Rankin

PAC, and lobbyist money has corrupted Congress. I won’t be bought.

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Get a job – earn college credits –make a difference!

Full time positions receive the health insurance benefit 12 months a year. Check out the available jobs and detailed job vacancy announcements on the SKC website – www.skc.edu/employment

Administrative Assistant, Education Division – 12 months full time$16.97 - $19.58 DOEE – closes on October 31, 2022 at 1 pm

Early Learning Center Lead Toddler Teacher (9 months) - $22.48 - $23.22 per hour DOEE – closes on October 31, 2022 at 1 pm

Nursing Clinical Resource Registered Nurse (CRRN)/Assistant Instructor –10 month – full time - $45,178-$49,824 DOEE – closes on Oct. 17, 2022 1 pm

Director of Student Housing – full time – 12 months - $41,963 - $45,483 – closes on Oct. 17, 2022 1 pm

Health Promotion Practices – Department Chair – 11 months (July off)$45,621 - $48, 185 DOEE – closes on October 17, 2022 – 1 pm

** Department Chair stipend of $2,500.00 is in addition to the salary identified

Journey to Wellness Community Outreach Specialist (full time 12 months)$16.54 - $17.40 per hour DOEE – Open Until Filled

Business Faculty – Bachelor Degree with ability to obtain a Masters in a 2 year period - 9 month term - $43,823 - $45,025 DOEE – closes on October 24, 2022 at 1 pm

Food Distribution Assistant – full time thru June 30, 2023 - $13.53 - $15.23 DOEE –Open Until Filled

Social Work Faculty – (BSW working towards MSW in a 2-year period) – 9-month –Open Until filled - $43,823 - $45,025

Director, Institutional Effectiveness – 12 months - $54,870 - $57,216 – Open until filled

SKC Extension Operations Manager – (12 months) - $20.17 - $23.56 per hour DOEE – Open Until Filled

Highway Construction Truck Driving Instructor – 32 hours per week – part time $18.19 - $19.53 per hour DOEE – Open until filled

Upward Bound Instructor – 12 months - $17.35 - $20.17 per hour DOEE – open until filled

Grants Manager - 12 months - $54,879-$56,043 DOEE - Open Until Filled

To apply you must submit an SKC application, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. Toll free 877.752.6553, ext. 4985 Direct Dial 406.275.4985/4977

The positions that are identified as 9-month terms generally refer to faculty and the employment term mirrors the academic schedule. Many of the 9-month jobs have employment benefits such as health insurance which is provided 12 months a year including during summer breaks.

Benefits – 6 credits tuition free each quarter to full time staff, health insurance with SKC contributing up to $1,150 per month for a family plan, retirement for full time employees and employer provided life insurance, EAP benefits, generous Thanksgiving Christmas break. Check it out at SKC.edu

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“Tool Boxes” By Gary Larson & Amy Ensz

Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Nichols Lewis

WEEKLY HOROSCOPE

By: Magi Helena for the Week of Oct. 16, 2022

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

Direct your energy into social activities. Your input may be wel comed when involved with group dynamics; you’re likely skilled at handling complicated negotiations. Enjoy receiving extra attention in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

Navigate workplace politics with expert actions. A friendly outgoing manner could attract new contacts and friends in the upcoming week. You and a partner can make extra money by working as a team.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

Look for opportunities, not obsta cles. When you work well with others, you can easily win applause and get your way. In the week ahead, using an outgoing and enthusiastic approach will make others feel at ease.

CANCER (June 21-July 22):

Remain sharp and thorough about the details. You and a partner or loved one may be in agreement if you take action. In the week ahead, only buy items that will stand up to daily use without wrecking the budget.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):

You might prefer to ask for forgive ness rather than permission. If you need to, explain your motivations for handling subjects and physical tasks at a fast pace. Social inter actions could take priority in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

If you insist on having the best, you will often get the best. In the week ahead, sharing your possessions with others to make them happy may become a priority. Avoid letting jealousy or greed affect your financial decisions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

It may be difficult to spend time alone with someone because there might be many others clamoring for your attention. This may be a good week to join a club or organization while your popularity appears to be at a peak.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

This can be a promising week to grow closer to loved ones. Family members may help you learn to be a true friend. Use your knowhow and experience to handle unexpected changes and achieve long-term goals.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

Energetic go-getters could spark your enthusiasm. Feed off someone else’s ambitions and positive energy in the week to come and your bank balance might thank you. Friends may fill your social calendar.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

Strike the nail right on the head. The more diligent you are, the further you can go and much more will be accomplished. In the coming week, your passion, drive and ambition may be apparent to the naked eye.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

Combining social activities with an organized plan of action can lead to accomplishment in the week ahead. Don’t expect too much, too soon, because achieving the most worthwhile things always take time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

If you are resourceful, you can re cycle or upcycle anything. A loved one may have some original ideas. As the week unfolds, a passing infatuation or mental rabbit hold could cause you to waste time.

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obituaries

Maureen Theiler

BOISE, IDAHO — Maureen Magdalene Gal lagher Theiler, born April 19, 1938, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, passed away in Boise, Idaho, on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, sur rounded by loved ones. Born to Ed ward and Genievieve (Beeman) Gallagher, Maureen joined older siblings Peggy, Joe, and Patricia at the family home on South Pennsyl vania Avenue (younger sister Ginny arrived two years later). Maureen spent her formative years and high school in Wilkes Barre, and by choice she later moved to Wisconsin to be with her sister Patricia, who was expecting a child. Her

stay included meeting her future spouse, Ray Thei ler, whom she married in 1959, and she soon began raising family.

Maureen Theiler

In 1961, Maureen “Re enie” Ray and their two oldest children moved west to Lame Deer, Montana, where Ray had accepted a position with the Bureau of Indian Af fairs as a forester. In 1966, with a young and growing family, Maureen and Ray moved to Polson, as Ray transferred to the Flathead Agency of the BIA. There, they raised six children and served the commu nity until 2017 when Ray passed away, after 58 years of marriage. Maureen remained in Polson and Ronan until moving to Boise in 2021 to be closer to her children.

Maureen was an active member of the Immacu late Conception Parish in Polson. She dedicated an immense amount of time to the parish and the Dio cese of Helena (MT). She

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St. Ignatius

By Barb Plouffe for the Valley Journal

ST. IGNATIUS — Fall colors are painting our landscape, En joy the cool weather and beauty that surrounds us.

Menu:

Wednesday, Oct. 19: dinner at 5:30 - barbecue pork, potato

spent many years of selfless service in Polson’s soup kitchen, always putting others’ needs above her own, and gave tirelessly to the hospice service in the Polson and Ronan area, having led a care-giver program for the Council on Aging. Spending a few years as the Lake Coun ty Clerk of Court, and working for Bishop In surance Service in Polson, Maureen cultivated many life-long friendships and acquaintances. In her 60’s, Maureen “returned” to col lege, taking classes at the Salish Kootenai College where she enjoyed writing poetry and painting.

Maureen LOVED to bake, cook, and create her own recipes as much as she loved sharing her creations with others. She never met a bag of flour she could not convert into numerous loaves of bread; a chunk of cheese that was perfect for mac n’ cheese, a pound of meat that would make the best soup or an assortment

of olives that were tasty on your fingertips!

After moving to Boise, Maureen continued to give of herself sharing her stories, recipes, and humor with resident friends in her assisted living community. One of Maureen’s greatest joys was spending time with her children, grand children and great-grand children who knew her as Mom, Nana, G’maw, and Nana Great.

Maureen’s friends de scribe her as generous, inspiring, classy, vivacious, resourceful, caring, sassy and a great conversation alist. She developed a flair for looking stylish, taking great pride in wearing colorful clothing, shoes, accessories, and makeup. Those who cared for her at the end of her life adored her and cherished their deeply personal conversa tions with her. She was a gem.

Survivors include chil dren, Mary Pat (Tony) Cheng of Bellevue, Wash

ington; Matthew (Tam my) Theiler of Idaho Falls, Idaho; Kathleen (Chuck) Elliott of Eagle, Idaho; Betsy (Joel) Craswell of Puyallup, Washington; Hugh (Kellie) Thei ler of East Wenatchee, Washington; and Sarah (David) Horten of Al buquerque, New Mexico; 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; younger sister Ginny; nu merous nieces and neph ews; along with a large extended family and host of good friends. Maureen was preceded in death by her husband, Ray, her par ents, and older siblings.

Maureen’s children would like to thank the teams at True Wood Assisted Living and Firs tChoice Hospice in Boise who wonderfully cared for and openly shared fond stories of their interactions with her.

There will be a Celebra tion of Life at Krueger Fu neral Home, Tomahawk, Wisconsin, on Thursday,

Oct. 27, 2022. Family visitation will begin at noon with the Memorial Service at 1 p.m., followed by interment next to Ray at Calvary Cemetery. Af terward join the family at Inshalla Country Club to celebrate Maureen. We’d like to honor Mom’s flair for life by wearing brightly colored clothes to celebrate her - “the brighter the better!”

Please visit Krueger Family Funeral Home’s website for live streaming of Maureen’s Celebration of Life in Tomahawk (https://kruegerfamilyfu neral.com).

A Celebration of Life will also be held in Polson, in Spring 2023, where Maureen raised her family and served the community between 1965 and 2021. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Theiler/Oberlitner Schol arship managed by Polson Scholarship and Educa tion Foundation, PO Box 741, Polson, MT 59860.

salad, orange dream salad, rolls, strawberry crisp

Friday Oct. 21: lunch at noon - fish, veggies, rice fruit, lemon bars

Tuesday Oct. 25: lunch at noon - spaghetti, corn, green sal ad, Halloween cupcakes

Friday Oct. 27:lunch at noon - pizza, green salad, Jell-O with fruit, no bake cookies

Our fall yard sale was on Oct. 7 and 8. Thank you to all that donated items for the yard sale, those that provided baked goods as well as all that came and made purchases. We had a good turn out.

On Oct. 27 Havilah Burton from CSKT Extension will be offering a cooking class from 1:30-3 p.m. She will share ideas

on how to eat healthy on a bud get. You are invited to come and participate.

Lake County Public Health will be at the St. Ignatius Senior Center to give flu shots on Oct. 19. from 4-5 p.m. Mary B. from Area VI will be at the center on Nov. 4 to assist with updating Medicare plans and Drug plans. If you are in

terested in scheduling a time to visit with her call 406-745-4462 and leave a message. We will return your calls.

Bonnie Kiser has Gently Yoga on Wednesday afternoons at 1 p.m. If you are interested call Bonnie Kiser at 406-2253-0171. Her rates are five sessions for $60.

Our St. Ignatius Senior Center is open to peo ple renting it. If you are interested call 406-7454462 and leave a message. We will call you back with the information you need.

We hope you are re maining healthy and safe as the season changes. Have a good week.

Polson

By Pete Mangels for the Valley Journal

POLSON — Register and vote on Nov. 8 and then sit back and wait for the losers to claim a rigged election. If you

are tired of campaign ads, just wait. But not for long. They will probably start up again on Nov. 9. Good income for papers, radio and T.V.

See’s Candy will be available again starting next week. We ran out last year and a number of people were disappointed. We ordered more candy this year. It is never too early to get a head start on Christmas. We offer this candy at very near our cost.

Activities: Bowling: fun league, pay by the day - nonsanctioned, no-tap, Tues days, 1 p.m. weekly Bridge: Tuesdays and Fridays - open for all12:30 p.m. - beginners welcome Bridge: Tuesdays and

Fridays - open for all12:30 p.m. - beginners welcome

Bingo: Fridays, 7 p.m. - “poker” bingo Thursday, Oct. 20, only.

Exercise for mobility: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:30 –11:30 a.m.

Pinochle: Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.–3 p.m. (earli er or later if you wish)

Pool: open table from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Veterans’ Rep: The first Friday (Nov. 4) and third Tuesday (Oct. 18) of each month from 10 a.m.noon.

The nutrition director thanks the Polson Food Bank and the public for their donations of fresh produce and meat for the

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Polson Senior Center nutrition program.

MENU (subject to change): Sit-down, take-out or delivery, only $5 from 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

— Wednesday, Oct.

19: chef salad, veggie trimmings, dressing, focaccia, cookies

— Thursday, Oct.

20: meatloaf, mash taters with gravy, green beans, green salad, peanut butter bars

— Friday, Oct. 21: fish, tartar sauce Tater tots, pineapple cole slaw, rice pudding

— Monday, Oct.

24: cabbage patch soup, Peanut butter sandwich, green sal ad, Rice Krispy treat — Tuesday, Oct.

25: Shepherd’s pie, roll, applesauce, peach salad, pound cake

— Wednesday, Oct. 26: taco salad, sour cream, salsa, seasoned pinto beans pretzel Jell-O — Thursday, Oct.

27: Polish dogs, onions, relish, chips, pasta salad, orange fluff

— Friday, Oct.

28: birthday dinner for lunch - pot roast, potatoes, carrots, fruit salad, poke cake — Monday, Oct.

31: Halloween creepy lunch - Rueben rotten soup, beasty bread, green ghost salad, pet

The Polson Senior Center is open from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on weekdays. Lunch is available from 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. week days. Call: 406-8834735, email: polsonse niorcenter@gmail.com mail or visit us at 504 Third Ave. E.

Wednesday, Oct. 19

Online meditation classes offered

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online medita tion classes on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. For a Zoom link call 847-721-0665.

Read with Riley the dog

POLSON — Come read with Riley (a registered therapy dog) for 15 minutes on Wednesdays, from 3-4 p.m. Registration is required; call us at 406-883-8225

Thursday, Oct. 20

Ronan Library holds Story Time

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.-noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program for

3-6 years olds. Call 406-676-3682, for more information.

Enjoy Chamber SPLASH

POLSON — Chamber SPLASH will be held at St. Luke South Shore Clinic from 5-7 p.m.

QuickBooks I workshop held

RONAN — Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on QuickBooks Level I on Thursday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m.2:30 p.m. To register: https://lccdc. ecenterdirect.com/events/710

Friday, Oct. 21

Methodist women hold bazaar

POLSON — The First United Methodist Church, 301 Sixteenth

MATT ROSENDALE IS FIGHTING FOR MONTANA

Introduced legislation to help restore America’s energy independence.

Voted against Biden’s irresponsible spending package

Opposed vaccine mandates.

Fought to protect our 2nd Amendment rights.

Worked to secure our Southern Border.

Paid for by Matt Rosendale for Montana

Ave. E, will hold their annual fall bazaar on Friday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. . A lunch of chicken salad sandwich and famous apple dumpling with ice cream will be sold from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (Takeout is available. Call Monica at 406-261-7371 by Monday, Oct. 17, to place an order.)

Saturday, Oct. 22

Start holiday shopping

NINEPIPES — A Pre-Holiday Market will be held at Ninepipes Lodge on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 23

Free cooking class offered

ARLEE — The Arlee Commu nity Development Corporation is

sponsoring a free cooking classes on Oct. 23 from 3-5 p.m. at the Arlee Indian Senior Center. Reserve your seat, call 406-726-5550.

Tuesday, Oct. 25

Glacier Brewing holds fundraiser

POLSON — Mission Moun tain Enterprises will host a fam ily-friendly fundraiser at Glacier Brewing, 6 Tenth Ave., on Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 4-8 p.m. There will be brews, creepy fun, free food and a costume contest at the spooky, FriInt Night event. Join us.

Learn about library apps

POLSON — On Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 2 p.m. the North Lake Coun ty Public library will offer “Meet the Library’s Apps.”

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Announcements

Auctions

JOHNCO STORAGE: Public sale NOVEMBER 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm. at 808 7th Street East, Polson. Sell to highest bidder for CASH OR CERTIFIED CHECK ONLY, contents of units 73 AND 108. Units are subject to redemption prior to sale time. 883-5405.

Wanted

WANTED TO BUY Guns and/or ammunition, old or new.

Whole estates/collections or single pieces. Fair prices paid. 406-207-4641

Employment Help wanted

CHILD PROTECTION SPECIALIST TRAINEE (1 OR MORE CONTRACT POSITIONS) - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

TRIBAL SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION

The successful applicant is required to have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and/ or Psychology, or currently attending college working towards obtaining BSW or BA in Psychology, with a minimum of (5-8 months actual work experience in the Child Wel fare Service field). Must pass a background investigation if hired. Must have never been convicted of or plead guilty to a felony crime of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, sexual offense or a crime of violence. Must not have had involvement with any child or social service pro tection agency as a client, no alcohol or drug abuse or do mestic violence charges within the past five (5) years. Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary actions or have been dismissed from employ ment within the past three (3) years. Must possess a valid

Montana driver’s license. All applicants must submit a completed Tribal employment application, supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, copy of rele vant academic transcripts and training certificates, copy of current valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT & if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your place ment in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a prehire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range: $17.27 to $19.85 per hour. To apply, contact Per sonnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1043. Tribal applications are also available on-line at www. csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Oct. 27th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Locksmith - Facilities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana.edu/hr/postings/31185

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

TRIBAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (TCSEP) CASEWORKER DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Ad ministration, Sociology, Crim inal Justice, Political Science, or related fields OR 4 years of experience in working with the Public and low income in dividuals. Minimum of 3 years of experience in implementing Federal Regulations and Pro gram Policy. At least 4 or more years of computer operations.

No felony convictions within the past five (5) years. No mis demeanor convictions in the past year except minor traffic. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license for the dura tion of employment. Must not have had a misdemeanor con viction involving child abuse, a sexual offense, assault with a weapon, domestic abuse or violent crime against a person within the past five (5) years. Must not have had a record or history of drug abuse within the past five (5) years. Must not be subject to a current investigation involving criminal activities, no open CPS refer rals with Tribal Social Services Department (TSSD) and no pending indictments. All appli cants are required to submit a Tribal application, a completed supplemental questionnaire for background investiga tions, copies of relevant transcripts, a copy of a current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veter an’s preference, a copy of the DD214. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy.

A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your place ment in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month pro bationary period. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-6752700 Ext. 1043/1259 for an application. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org. The salary range is $20.54 to $23.61 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, October 27th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

WATER MONITORING & MEASUREMENT PROGRAM MANAGER - NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant will possess a Master’s of Science with five years of relevant professional-level experience or Bachelor’s of Science with

a minimum of seven years of relevant professional-level experience. Education must be in the field of hydrologic sciences, engineering, or a closely related physical sciences field with emphasis on hydrology. Education and experience must demon strate analytical aptitude, exposure to both surface and ground water hydrology, and experience working with water resources data collection, data management, and data reporting. Must have or be able to secure a current State of Montana driver’s license.

Must wear Tribal Govern ment identification and safety apparel when conducting field activities. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcripts and/or training certificates, a copy of a valid driver’s license, completed background supplemental questionnaire, proof of Tribal enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s preference a copy of DD214 must be submit ted. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy.

The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is negotiable, dependent on experience, plus benefits.

To apply, contact Person nel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applica tions are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 10th, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR - (1 or more positions in 1 or more locations) - TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must possess an associate’s degree in a health related field with a minimum of two years’ working in a public health, community health, or health care setting. Documented ex perience providing education

to individuals, families, and groups. Valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Heart saver CPR or BLS within six months of hire. This position is sub ject to a background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630. All applicants must submit a completed Tribal em ployment application. Copy of relevant academic transcript/ training certifications. Copy of current valid driver’s license. Completed supplemental background questionnaire. Proof of enrollment from a fed erally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT. If claiming veter an’s preference, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted.

FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDI ATE DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. Salary is $21.56$24.79 per hour, plus benefits, may be employed under a contract. To apply, contact the Tribal Personnel Office at (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications and full adver tisement are available online at www.csktribes.org. Closing date is Thursday, November 3, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.(MST)

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Maintenance Painter Facili ties Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana. edu/postings/30461. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

FOSTER CARE SOCIAL WORKER - ONE OR MORE POSITIONS - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psy chology or related field with six (6) months’ work experi ence with children/ youth, at risk families CPS, Foster Care or Early Childhood Services. Must pass a background in vestigation if hired. Must have never been convicted of or plead guilty to a felony crime of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, sexual offense or a crime of violence.

Must not have any involve ment with any child or social service protection agency as a client, no alcohol or drug abuse or domestic violence charges within the past five (5) years. Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary actions or have dismissed from em ployment within the past three (3) years. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license. successful applicant will be on-call with other staff on a ro tating schedule. All applicants must submit a Tribal applica tion, a supplemental question naire for background investi gations, a copy of academic transcripts/training certificates, a copy of current valid driver’s license and proof of insurance and a proof of enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determi nation resulting from a com pleted background investi gation is required for your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) months probationary period. Salary range: $25.06 to $28.80 per hour. To apply, contact Per sonnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available on-line at www.csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 3rd, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

CHILD PROTECTION SPECIALIST (1 OR MORE POSITIONS) DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

- TRIBAL SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION

The successful applicant is required to have a Bache lor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or related field with six (6) months’ work experience with

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children/youth, at risk families CPS, Foster Care or Early Childhood Services. This posi tion is subject to a background check in accordance with Public Law 101630, 25USC Section 3201 and Public Law 101-647, 42USC Section 13031. The background check also includes child protective service checks and driving record checks. Must not have had a conviction of driving under the influence of substances or a per se within the last three (3) years. Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary actions or have been dismissed from employ ment within the past (3) years. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license and maintain liability insurance. No involve ment with any child or social service protection agency as a client, no drug abuse charges or domestic violence charges within the past five (5) years mandatory. All applicants must submit a completed Tribal employment application, supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, copy of relevant academ ic transcripts and training certificates, copy of current valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT & if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of the DD214. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determi nation resulting from a com pleted background investigation is required for your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range: $23.02 to $26.46 per hour. To apply, contact Per sonnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications

are also available on-line at www.csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Oct. 27th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Database & Website Specialist (MAY BE HIRED UNDER A CONTRACT) NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or relevant related degree from an accredited university (with an emphasis on web design) OR an Associate degree in Computer Science from an accredited university (with em phasis on data entry or web design). At least five (5) years’ data entry working experience in an enterprise-level content management environment.

At least 3 years’ experience in website front-end devel opment web programming languages such as HTML and CSS, JQuery, and JavaScript. At least 1 year of experience servicing, supporting and trou bleshooting Content Manage ment Systems OR at least 1 year of experience supporting database software. Must be able to work 40 hours a week, with additional time and eve nings and/or weekends when necessary. Requires pro longed sitting, some bending, lifting, and stooping at times.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribes’ insurance policy and maintain such as a condition of employment.

May be required to provide technology support outside of normal business hours and through various methods of communication as necessary. Requires occasional moving or lifting of computer equip ment not to exceed 50 lbs. Must have a dependable vehi cle for transportation between tribal offices AND have liability or full coverage insurance on said vehicle (if used to travel off-site in performance of duties) and maintain such as a of employment. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, supplemental questionnaire for positions requiring background inves tigation, copy of relevant

transcript and/or certificate, a copy of a valid driver’s license and proof of Tribal enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference a copy of DD214 must be sub mitted. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is negotiable, dependent on experience, plus benefits. To apply, contact Person nel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applica tions are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Oct. 27th, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Laborer/Equipment Operator I. **Recent Wage Increase** Facilities Services/ Montana State University –Bozeman. For complete job announcement and appli cation procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana.edu/ postings/30105. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

Electrician (Journeyman) Facilities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application procedures, click on: https:// jobs.montana.edu/hr/post ings/29373. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

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COUNSELOR - (1 or more positions) - TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must be a Licensed Addic tion Counselor (LAC) by the State of Montana Board of Behavioral Health, Business Standards Division and be able to establish the Na tional Provider Information (NPI) Number (or) Licensed Addiction Counselor (Candi date) by the State of Montana Board of Behavioral Health, Business Standards Division. Must be able to obtain LAC

license within 12-months of being hired. Must possess substance use disorder associate’s or higher degree or equivalent education in the specified preferred field of addictions. Must possess at least 1 year experience or equivalent to the psychology and/or clinical services within the field of substance use disorder services. Must pass a background and suitability check according to Public Law 101-630: Indian Child Pro tection and Family Violence Prevention Act. Must adhere to all Tribal Health Department directives, policies and proce dures. Must have a valid State of Montana driver’s license. All applicants must submit a Tribal application and copy of academic transcript/training certificate, and driver’s li cense, completed background supplemental questionnaire, proof of enrollment in a feder ally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted.

FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDI ATE DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) months probationary period. Salary is $21.25 to $24.42 per hour, plus benefits, may be employed under contract. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. #1040, or personnel@ cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. (MST) CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER

Extension Agent, Ft. Belknap Reservation, MSU Extension. Full time. Will assess local community needs, then devel op, implement, and evaluate Extension programming to meet those needs. Excellent positions with outstanding benefits. Complete info and application instructions at msuextension.org, click on

“careers.” Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled.

Mail Clerk/Carrier I. Facilities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana.edu/hr/postings/30400

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

TRIBAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM TCSEP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess a high school diplo ma or GED, a minimum of 3 years’ Secretarial or Clerical experience and a minimum 3 years’ computer experience including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. No felony convictions within the past five (5) years. No misdemeanor convictions in the past year except minor traffic. Must pos sess a valid Montana driver’s license for the duration of employment. Must not have had a misdemeanor convic tion involving child abuse, a sexual offense, assault with a weapon, domestic abuse or violent crime against a person within the past five (5) years. Must not have had any record or history of drug abuse within the past five (5) years. Must not be subject to a current investigation involving criminal activities, no open CPS refer rals with Tribal Social Services Department (TSSD) and no pending indictments. All appli cants are required to submit a Tribal application, a completed supplemental questionnaire for background investiga tions, copies of relevant transcripts, a copy of a current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veter an’s preference, a copy of the DD214. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy.

A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your place

ment in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-6752700 Ext. 1043/1259 for an application. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org. The salary range is $18.59 to $21.36 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, October 27th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

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Custodian Supervisor I Facilities Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application proce dures, click on: https://jobs. montana.edu/postings/30799

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

HVAC Maintenance Technician – Air Conditioning/Refrig eration **UPDATED** Facili ties Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana. edu/hr/postings/28193

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

IRRIGATION ENGINEER I NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must possess at a minimum, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Construc tion Engineering, Environmen tal Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Hydro-geology, or other related Engineering degree from an accredited Engineering College with emphasis in one or more of the following areas: construc tion engineering, construction project management, irrigation infrastructure design, hydrau lics, hydrology, geotechnical engineering, and design of irrigation infrastructure. Must possess an Engineer Intern (EI) license or ability to ac quire in 6 months. A Profes sional Engineering

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(PE) license is preferred. Must maintain a current and valid Montana driver’slicense during employment. Must wear Tribal provided safety apparel as required. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcripts and/or training certificates, a copy of a valid driver’s license, completed background supplemental questionnaire, proof of Tribal enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s preference a copy of DD214 must be submit ted. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is negotiable dependent on experience. To apply, contact

Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available online at cskt.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 17th, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

GIS ANALYST (MAY BE HIRED UNDER A CONTRACT) NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must possess a Master’s of Arts or Master’s of Science with three years of relevant profession al-level experience or Bach elor’s of Arts or Bachelor’s of Science with a minimum of five years of relevant profes sional-level experience. Edu cation must be in the field of GIS and Geospatial Analysis, Geography, Forestry, Water Resources, or a closely relat ed Natural Resources field. Exposure and emphasis on water resources is preferred. Education and experience must demonstrate focus on GIS and Geospatial Analysis, analytical aptitude, and ability to work interactively in a team setting. Must be able to work 40 hours a week, with addi

tional time and evenings and/ or weekends when necessary. Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, lifting, and stooping at times. ‘ Must have a valid state driver’s license with the ability to secure a current State of Montana driver’s license within six (6) months. Must have liability or full coverage insurance on personal vehicle (if used to travel off-site in performance of duties) and a dependable vehicle for transportation on and off job duty station. Is required to wear CSKT safety apparel as necessary. Required to successfully complete a certified defensive driving course approved by the Department. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, supplemental questionnaire for positions requiring background inves tigation, copy of relevant transcript and/or certificate, a copy of a valid driver’s license and proof of Tribal enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference a copy of DD214 must be sub mitted. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP)

within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is negotiable, dependent on experience, plus benefits.

To apply, contact Person nel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applica tions are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Oct. 27th, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST-OR- DEPEND ING ON EXPERIENCE - ACCOUNTS PAYABLE TECHNICIAN OFFICE OF ACCOUNTING, BUDGET & COMPLIANCE

Accounts Payable Specialist: High school graduate with two years’ accounting courses above high school level and/ or three years’ accounting experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferably an AA Degree in business manage

ment field with special em phasis on Accounts Payable.

Preference given to experi ence with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes accounting systems. Has some knowledge of GAAP Governmental Accounting and Auditing Practices and Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards, (GAAP and GAAS). Working knowl edge of advanced comput erized accounting systems. Prefer working knowledge of the Tribes various accounting systems. Accounts Payable Technician: High school graduate or GED or possess equivalent experience. One year of accounting courses above high school level or one year of accounting experi ence or have any equivalent combination of training and experience. Aware of the guidelines, which set CSKT policies, some knowledge of GAAP. Working knowledge of basic accounting practices. Prefer basic knowledge of Tribal accounting system. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, a copy of academic transcripts/training certificates, a copy of current

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valid driver’s license and proof of insurance and a proof of enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veter an’s preference, please submit a copy of your DD214. These positions are not Testing Designated Positions (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) months probationary period. Salary ranges: Accounts Payable Specialist is $21.08 to $24.23 per hour or depending on experience Accounts Pay able Technician is $17.24 to $19.82 per hour. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available on-line at www. csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 10th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

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HELP WANTED — PRO Co-op shop, Flaxville, MT. Fulltime, mostly light mechanic duty includ ing tires and oil changes. Wage DOE. Health insurance, dental, 401K, long term disability, holiday pay, vacation and sick leave package. Call Tanner at 406-487-2612

RESIDENTIAL YOUTH CARE WORKERDEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess a min imum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. Will be required to obtain Naloxone General User/ CPR]First Aid Certified within one year of hire date, as directed by supervisor. Will be required to have training in crisis intervention, anger management, mediation, family group confer encing, conflict resolution, peer mediation or willingness to obtain these trainings within the first year of employment, as directed by super visor. Position is a testing designated position (TDP) under the terms and conditions of the CSKT drug testing program and implementing rules. This position must pass a background in vestigation in accordance with Public Law 101630,25USC. Section 3201 and Public Law 101647, 42USC Section 1303 1, 2006 Adam Walsh Child and Protection Safety Act, Preventing Sex Trafficking and Strengthening Families Act en acted on September 29th, 2014. Includes CPS and driving record background check. Must never have been convicted of or pled guilty to a crime of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual offences or crime of violence (felony). Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary action or have been dismissed from employment within the past three (3) years. Must possess a valid driver’s license. This position is a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect. Position is required to sign a confidentiality agreement

on at least an annual basis and to observe and uphold professional levels of communication protocol. Must have cell phone or landline to be contacted. Will maintain and participate in other duties as assigned. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, a completed supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, a copy of relevant transcript, a copy of current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, submit a copy of the DD214 to the Tribal Personnel Department. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFI CATION DURING THE SCREENING PRO CESS. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a man datory six (6) month probationary period. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. 1040/1259 for an application. Tribal applica tions are also available on-line at csktribes.org

The salary range is $14.24 to $16.37 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, November 3rd, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Custodian I - Facilities Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application proce dures, click on: https://jobs.montana. edu/ postings/29525. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

REGISTERED NURSE (MAY BE HIRED ON CONTRACT) DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess an R.N.

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(Registered Nurse) and it is preferred that they have a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in a field that encompasses social work, admin istration, budget management, case manage ment, supervision and/or health related training. Valid Montana driver’s license. Specialized training and/or a minimum of three years of experience in client advocacy, supervision and professional case management desired. Must pass a required character and background verification for working with elders/vulnerable adults. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, a supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, a copy of aca demic transcripts/training certificates, a copy of current valid driver’s license and proof of insurance and a proof of enrollment in a feder ally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, please submit a copy of the DD214. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required prior to your placement in this position. The suc cessful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six-month probationary period. Salary is $28.43 to $32.67 with benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 3rd, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

INTERVENTION WORKER/TRAINEE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess at min imum 60 college credit hours and two (2) years of relevant work experience in case manage ment working directly with families and children. This position is a testing designated position (TDP). Must not have had a conviction of driv ing under the influence of substances or a per

se within the last three (3) years. Maintain strict confidentiality of information and required to sign a confidentiality agreement on an annual basis. Applicant must pass background inves tigation if hired in accordance with Public Law 101630, 25USC Section 3201 and Public Law 101-647, 42USC Section 1303 1; P. L. 113-183: Preventing Sex Trafficking and Strengthen ing Families Act; P. L. 109-248: Adam Walsh

Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006; no misdemeanors pending and/or in process. The background check also includes child protective service checks and driving record checks. Must not have been convicted of or pled guilty to a crime of domestic violence, child abuse, or el der abuse, sexual offense or crime of violence. Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary ac tions or have been dismissed from employment within the past (3) three years. Possess a valid Montana driver’s license and maintain liability insurance. No alcohol, drug abuse or domestic violence charges within the past (5) five years. This position is a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, a completed supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, a copy of relevant transcript, a copy of current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, submit a copy of the DD214 to the Tribal Personnel Department. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the

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9) Growing Words Early Head Start, 87 Alexander Ln, St. Ignatius, MT

definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. To apply, contact Per sonnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. 1043/1259 for an application. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes. org. The salary range is $17.59 to $20.22 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, November 3rd, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN - TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT

St. Ignatius

The successful applicant must possess a one-year certifi cation in Health Information or closely related field, in the absence of a certificate, the applicant must have a least one (1) year of specialized ex perience which has equipped the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities to suc cessfully perform the duties of the position. HIPPA training completed and certificate of completion. OnBase Training, EPIC Training, and RPMS Training. Valid driver’s license. All applicants must submit a completed Tribal employment application. Copy of relevant academic transcript/training certifications. Copy of current valid driver’s license. Com pleted supplemental back ground questionnaire. Proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT. If claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted.

FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION DURING

The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass a prehire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is $13.83 to $15.89 per hour, plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1040 or personnel@cskt. org. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csk tribes.org. The closing date is Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. MST

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER

PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Facilities Engineer Engineer ing & Utilities/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs. montana.edu/postings/32010

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

CSKT Early Childhood Services Request for Proposal Snow Plowing FY 2022 - 2023

Early Childhood Services is seeking bids to maintain park ing lots and sidewalks during the winter season on an as needed basis. Snow removal/ maintenance includes plowing the parking lot before staff and children arrive for the day. In addition, shoveling and laying out ice melt on the walkways. Early Childhood services has 11 building sites located on the reservation that may need these services:

1) Polson Head Start, 301 8th Ave W, Polson, MT

2) Turtle Lake Early, 37181 Turtle Lake Loop, Polson, MT

3) Pablo College Drive, 35639 Stanger Loop, Pablo, MT

4) Pablo Early Head Start, 36156 Division St, Pablo, MT

5) Ronan Head Start, 30 2nd Circle NE, Ronan, MT

6) Pache Early Head Start, 47181 Beaverhead Ln, Ronan, MT

7) Mission Early Head Start307 Old Hwy. 93 S, St. Ignati us, MT (Currently Closed)

8) Mission Head Start, 28

10) Arlee Head Start/ Early Start, 72691 Lumpry Rd, Arlee, MT

11) ECS Administration, 37401

Mission Dr, St. Ignatius, MT

Depending on the weather forecast snowplowing and shoveling will be coordinated with the ECS facilities/ trans portation manager.

Proposal requirements: Pro posals must include

1.) Ability to commit time, as needed, and upon request

2.) Proof of liability insurance

3.) Proof of Workman’s Comp or exemption certificate.

4.) Description of recent experience in doing this type of work.

5.) Detailed description of cost required to provide this service. Responses should be clear in terms of any incidental costs, as well as hourly rates, travel expenses, etc.

Proposals must be received by 4:30 on November 3, 2022. Mailing address: Early Child hood Services, PO Box 1510, St. Ignatius, MT 59865, ATTN: Amanda Dupuis.

The proposals will be re viewed with a decision made in the 5 to 10 working days after bid closing.

This is an Indian Preference Proposal. We reserve the right to refuse any or all bids. For more information call Rick Clary at 406-745-4509 or 406-370-6443.

Indian Preference Certi fication: This is an Indian preference bid and Tribal contractors who wish to receive Indian preference must obtain a certification by the Indian preference office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to submission of the bids. This certification must be included with your RFP response.

The selection of the success ful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder/respondent to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office.

All proposals will become the property of the CSKT Early Childhood Services. The Tribes reserve the right to ac cept and reject and negotiate any element of any proposals received.

General Maintenance Worker

Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands and having variety in your daily routine? St. Luke Community Health care has an immediate opening for an energetic and dependable General Maintenance Worker to join our team full time. Basic hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am4:30 pm. Hours will vary seasonally. On-Call time will be required. Must have basic construction skills (framing, drywall, finish carpentry, painting, etc.). Prefer experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc. Training will be provided in all these areas to the right candidate. Must have or be willing to obtain a Low Pressure Boiler License. Must possess effective communication and cus tomer service skills. We are a growing, employ ee oriented healthcare organization offering a generous benefit package after 30 days, competitive wages, and a great work environment! Applications are available at www. stlukehealthcare.org. For additional information call HR at (406) 528-5287.

FOSTER CARE SOCIAL WORKER TRAINEE (1 OR MORE POSITIONS) DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and/ or Psychology, or currently attending college working towards obtaining BSW or BA in Psychology, with a minimum of 5-8 months’ actual work experience in the Child Welfare Service field. Must

be able to type neat profes sional reports, letters and use various test based computer programs including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Publish er, MS Excel, Adobe Acrobat and other PDF documents for storage and transfer of information. Must pass a background investigation if hired. Must have never been convicted of or plead guilty to a felony crime of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, sexual offense or a crime of violence. No involve ment with any child or social service protection agency as a client, no alcohol or drug abuse or domestic violence charges within the past five (5) years. Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary actions or have been dismissed from employment within the past three (3) years. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license. Successful applicant will participate in on-call duties on a rotating schedule. This position is a mandatory reporter. Will maintain and participate in other duties as assigned. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, a supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, a copy of academic tran scripts/training certificates, a copy of current valid driver’s license and proof of insurance and a proof of enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and, if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range: $16.99 to $19.53 per hour. To apply, contact Per sonnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available on-line at www.csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov.

3rd, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Security Officer

St. Ignatius - TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must have a minimum of 2 years’ work experience in law enforcement/security or combination of training and experience where people skills, planning and coordina tion are required. Minimum of one year college course work preferred. Must be 21 years of age or over. Must complete/ pass background investiga tion. No felony convictions. No misdemeanor convictions in past year except minor traffic. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license throughout employment. Must never have had a misdemeanor convic tion involving child abuse, sexual offense, assault with a weapon, domestic abuse or violent crime against a person. Must have not had any record or history of drug abuse within the past five (5) years. Must not be subject of a current investigation involving criminal activities, including indictments. Must not have a driving while intoxicated or reckless driving convic tion within the past three (3) years. Must not have been dismissed, or resigned from law enforcement work due to threat of disciplinary action that could result in termination of employment during the past three (3) years. All applicants must submit a Tribal applica tion, completed supplemental background questionnaire, a certified copy of academic transcript, copy of driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s prefer ence, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PRO CESS. This position is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the

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definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is $16.66 to $19.15 per hour plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1040 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. The closing date will be Thursday, November 3, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. (MST)

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Irrigation Technician Facil ities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana. edu/postings/30022

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

Journeyman Carpenter Facilities Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application proce dures, click on: https://jobs. montana. edu/postings/30789

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

Preventive Maintenance Manager. Facilities ServicesMontana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and appli

cation procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana.edu/ postings/32290. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled Clinic Receptionist Polson Clinic

St. Luke Community Health care is seeking a full-time Medical Receptionist for our Polson-based primary care clinics. The position is consid ered a crucial link between the patient and the care deliv ered by the clinical staff. The scheduled hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, although working hours could vary on occasion. Primary du ties include greeting patients in a professional manner, entering patient demograph ics, verifying insurances, collecting patient portion of fees, answering telephones, scanning medical documents, and projects pertaining to the flow of patients through the clinic, including pre-appoint ment chart prep and coordina tion of daily patient schedules.

Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills are expected. The ideal candidate will have one to two years of medical office experience, possess basic to intermediate computer knowledge and be able to effectively prioritize with an emphasis on organi zation, accuracy and attention to detail to ensure a positive patient service environment and professional interactions.

Applications available at www. stlukehealthcare.org and may be mailed to St. Luke, Attn: HR, 107 6th Ave. SW, Ronan, MT 59864 or faxed to

406-528-5342.

INTERVENTION WORKER DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

The successful applicant must possess a GED or high school diploma. Must complete Associate of Arts (AA) in social work, sociology, or related field within two (2) years of hire date in order to continue to meet the minimum position requirements. Must not have had a conviction of driving under the influence of substances or a per se within the last three (3) years. Must not have been convicted of or pled guilty to a crime of do mestic violence, child abuse, or elder abuse, sexual offense or crime of violence. Must not have resigned to avoid disci plinary actions or have been dismissed from employment within the past (3) three years.

Possess a valid Montana driver’s license and maintain liability insurance. No alcohol, drug abuse or domestic vio lence charges within the past (5) five years. This position is a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect. All appli cants are required to submit a Tribal application, a completed supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, a copy of relevant transcript, a copy of current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s prefer ence, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted to the Tribal Personnel Department. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the

CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required prior to your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. 1043/1259 for an application. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org. The salary range is $19.76 to $22.71 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, November 3rd, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Real Estate

For Rent

Space available in large commercial building in Polson for classes, meetings, etc. Kitchen available plus several rooms. Call 406-249-6689.

For Sale

Turn-key Restaurant For Sale: Pop’s Place Family Restaurant is a staple in See ley Lake, Montana. Highway 83 frontage. $549,900 MLS #22106166. Call Bruce 406-677-4149, BWold@real estateauctions.com

Vehicles Miscellaneous

INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE

Auto /Truck Starters and Alternators. 55% off retail. 305 units, all remanu factured and tested for earlier vehicles, prior to 2000.

If your car or truck is 1997 or older, sooner or later you will need a starter or alternator. It’s their nature to fail at the worst possible time, and at this price you can afford to have a spare. They are also going to be harder to find as time goes on.

Call Jerry Beeks at 406-207-4641 to see if I have a starter or alter nator to fit your vehicle, and I’ll give you a GREAT price!

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Deborah Kim Christopher District Judge

Lake County Courthouse 106 Fourth Avenue East Polson, MT 59860

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY

INTHE MATTER OF: F.C. Youth in Need of Care.

Cause No. DN-22-2 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION

TO: AMY CHANEY, birth mother of F.C. who was born Dec. 5, 2011

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child and Family Services Division (CFS),

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through its attorney, has filed a Petition for Emergency Protective Services and Temporary Legal Custody.

NOW THEREFORE YOU ARE HEREBY CITED AND DIRECTED to appear on Thursday, the 1st day of December, 2022 at 1:30 pm., in the District Courtroom, Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, Lake County, Montana, then and there to show cause, if any you may have, why the State’s Petition for Emergency Protective Services and Temporary Legal Custody should not be granted.

You have the right to be represented by counsel and to request counsel to be appointed for you if you are indigent.

Your failure to appear at the hearing constitutes a denial of your interest in custody of the youth, which denial will result, without further notice of this proceeding or any subsequent proceeding, in judgment by default being entered for the relief requested in the Petition.

A copy of the Petition referred to herein is filed with the Clerk of the Dis trict Court of Lake County, telephone (406) 883-7255.

WITNESS the Honorable Debo rah Kim Christopher, Judge of the above-entitled Court and the Seal of this Court, this 21st day of Septem ber, 2022.

Lyn Fricker Clerk of Court

/s/ By Mary Resvold, Deputy Clerk of Court

Oct. 12, 19 and 26, 2022

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Hanna Warhank CHURCH, HARRIS, JOHNSON & WILLIAMS, P. C. 114 3rd Street South P. O. Box 1645 Great Falls, MT 59403-1645 Telephone: (406) 761-3000 Facsimile: (406) 453-2313

Email: hwarhank@chjw.com

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MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of JOYCE E. ZAMELIS, Deceased

Probate No. DP-22-76

Judge: Deborah Kim Christopher NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Andrew Winje, the Personal Repre sentative, return receipt requested, c/o Hanna Warhank, Church, Harris, Johnson & Williams, P.C., P.O. Box 1645, Great Falls, Montana 59403, or

filed with the Clerk of the above-enti tled Court.

DATED this the 30th day of Sep tember, 2022.

/s/ Andrew Winje ANDREW WINJE, Personal Representative

CHURCH, HARRIS, JOHNSON & WILLIAMS, P.C.

BY: /s/ Grant Kelly for: Hanna Warhank

Attorneys for Personal Representative

Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 2022

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Montana 20th Judicial District Court, Lake County

In the matter of the Name Change of Christina Hodge; Christina Hodge, Petitioner.

Cause No: DV-22-162 Dept. No. 2001

NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE

This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Christina Elizabeth Hodge, to Sarye RunsBehindMedicine. The hearing will be on Oct. 26, 2022, at 10:00 am. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County.

Date: Sept. 15, 2022.

Lyn Fricker

Clerk of District Court

By: Mary Rensvold Deputy Clerk of Court

Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12 and 19, 2022

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL-Part-time Occupational Therapist

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) Early Childhood Services

The CSKT Early Childhood Services Department is requesting bids for Occupational Therapy services for the period of October 2022 to September 30, 2024.

Scope of work: CSKT Early Childhood Services has an enrollment of up to 267 children ranging from 0 to 5 years of age. Children are screened at least 2 times per school year. In some cases, it is requested that children have Occupational Therapy services available for them. Head Start/ Early Head Start loca tions are on the Flathead Reservation – 1 center in Polson, 1 center in Turtle Lake, 2 centers in Pablo, 3 centers in Ronan, 3 centers in Mission and 1 center in Arlee.

The Occupational Therapist will be coordinating with the ECS Special Services Coordinator on referrals for children to receive services. An evaluation will be done by the Therapist and recommended services will be discussed with the Special Services Coordinator. Once services are started the Occupational Therapist will need to keep case notes on the children and/or families they provide services to and keep the Special Services coordinator updated weekly. In some cases consultation may be requested Early Childhood Services staff on an as needed basis.

The Occupational Therapist will bill any costs to Medicaid or private insurance first and Early Childhood Services will be invoiced as payor of last resort.

The Occupational Therapy services hours needed will be variable.

Early Childhood Services operates from 8 am – 4:30 pm – Monday- Friday. Children are in the centers Monday – Thursday, times varying depending on centers.

Proposal requirements: Proposals must include

1.) Professional license in the area of Occupational Therapy services. Documented specialized knowledge. Relevant work experience must be shown in a resume or curriculum vitae, including outline of qualifications and appropriate credentials (copies of professional license, specialized training, etc.), and professional references.

2.) Ability to commit 10-20 hrs per week to the provision of this service.

3.) Proof of liability insurance or proof that the individual is an independent contractor.

4.) Proof of Workman’s Comp or exemption certificate.

5.) Description of recent experience in doing this type of work.

6.) Detailed description of cost required to provide this service. Responses should be clear in terms of incidental costs, as well as hourly rates, travel expenses, etc.

Proposals must be received by 4:30 on Friday, October 21, 2022 @ 4:00 PM. Mailing address: Early Childhood Services- PO Box 1510-St.Ignatius, MT 59865, ATTN: CARRIE ANTOINE- SEALED BID-Occupational Therapist.

The proposals will be reviewed with a decision made in the 5 to 10 working days after bid closing.

This is an Indian Preference Proposal. We reserve the right to refuse any or all bids. For more information call Carrie Antoine at 406-745-4509 ext. 5506 or Jody Jones at ext. 5120.

Indian Preference Certification

This is an Indian preference bid and Tribal contractors who wish to receive Indian preference must obtain a certification by the Indian prefer ence office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to submission of the bids. This certification must be included with your RFP response.

The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the CSKT Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder/respondent to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office.

All proposals will become the property of the CSKT Early Childhood Services. The Tribes reserve the right to accept and reject and negotiate any element of any proposals received.

to streamline hiring of mental health care professionals

U.S. Senate — Following a years-long push from Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), the Depart ment of Veterans Affairs announced that the Office of Personnel Management is finalizing two new occupation al series for Licensed Profes sional Mental Health Counsel ors and Marriage and Family Therapists at VA—a move that will help VA recruit and retain mental health providers in rural America.

“Ensuring the steady and streamlined hiring of mental health providers is a key com ponent in our continued push to strengthen VA’s workforce in rural states like Montana,” said Chairman Tester. “That’s why this change is so critical—it’ll establish a process to fill crit ical vacancies, retain qualified talent, and connect more folks in hard to reach areas with the quality mental health care they need and earned.”

“Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists help provide our veterans with the services and care they need,” said Ranking Member Moran. “After many years of advocating with my

colleagues for a change in the way VA hires this category of therapists, the VA plans to es tablish an occupational series which will help streamline the hiring process of these health care professionals. Through this change, veterans will have greater access to the services provided by therapists and counselors through the VA.”

The Senators championed their bipartisan Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improve ment Act (Hannon Act)—a landmark law to bolster VA’s mental health workforce and increase rural veterans’ access to care. Signed into law in October 2020, the Hannon Act required VA and OPM to develop an occupational se ries for Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Ther apists at VA to deliver more timely mental health care to veterans. An occupational series is an OPM classifica tion that makes it easier for human resources specialists to post job vacancies and place qualified candidates in open positions. Under this new an nouncement, current employ ees will be transitioned onto the new occupational series no later than Jan. 9, 2023. The

new occupational series will also be used to aid the De partment’s mental health care hiring efforts.

“The creation of the new Occupational Series for LPM HCs and MFTs will ensure VA is able to hire and retain more mental health professionals to provide the high-quality care our nation’s veterans deserve,” said National Board for Certified Counselors President and CEO Dr. Kylie Dotson-Blake PhD, NCC, LCMHC. “We applaud Sen. Tester and Sen. Moran for their dedication to ensuring access to care for veterans and their years of work on this import ant issue.”

“We have been eager ly awaiting this news for months,” said President of the Veterans Coalition of Northwest Montana Michael Shepard. “At the Veterans Co alition of Northwest Montana, we teach a proactive course in identifying veteran tendencies for possible suicide preven tion. But without adequate VA mental health care staff, our efforts only go so far. We appreciate Senator Tester’s efforts and are optimistic this change will prevent more veterans from falling through the cracks.”

Master Hunter Program announced

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks

MONTANA — One Montana’s Master Hunter Program is accepting applications Oct. 1, 2022 – Nov. 30, 2022, for the 2023 program. Classes will be held in Billings (March), Boze man (April) and Missoula (May). Each class will consist of two 3-Day consecutive weekends (Friday – Sunday). A two-day weekend rendezvous in June is also required for qualifications, field exercises, and the final exam.

The Master Hunter Program (MHP) is an advanced educa tion program for hunters who want to improve and hone their knowledge and skills, build rela tionships with landowners to aid their wildlife management goals, and be advocates for conserva tion and wildlife. By creating op portunities for landowners and sportsmen to connect to each other, the MHP helps to deepen knowledge and understanding about ranching and agriculture, and ultimately works to increase access opportunities for future generations.

To date, 291 hunters have successfully completed the program. Graduates belong to a community of likeminded hunt ers stretching from Whitefish to Miles City who hunt together,

keep each other informed, and are knowledgeable voices on issues affecting sportsmen across MT.

The program covers wildlife management, history of con servation, hunting culture and ethics, private land stewardship, and shooting accuracy and pre cision among other topics. The instructors have a wide diversity of knowledge and perspectives and include ranchers, farmers, university faculty, professional shooting instructors, wildlife managers, wildlife biologists, and MT Fish Wildlife and Parks personnel.

The program is led by One Montana, a nonprofit working to sustain a vibrant Montana by connecting our urban and rural communities. The program is supported financially by private foundations, nonprofit organi zations, trade associations and industry partners such as the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Bass Pro Shop’s and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund, Montana Stock growers Association, Montana Grain Growers Association, Montana’s Outdoor Legacy Foundation, onX Maps, Mystery Ranch, Sitka Gear and others.

Please visit: www.mtmas terhunter.com for information about the application process, class dates, and eligibility re quirements.

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