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Ronan council approves continued siren use, marijuana ordinance By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
Snowpack pg. 6
Local Author pg. 12
Basketball pg. 14
RONAN — The Ronan city council meeting on Dec. 20 began with discussion of the continued use of the local fire siren. Thirty-four community members attended the meeting. All voted in favor of the siren’s continued use. When the council asked for public opinion on use of the siren, several attending residents spoke up to give their perspectives on its usefulness. One woman stated she lives right by the siren, and it lets her kids know to get out of the road immediately in case a response vehicle was to come by at a high speed. Another mentioned it lets the community know when someone is in trouble, so they can go to the aid of a fellow resident as quickly as possible. A volunteer firefighter commented that his pager had been on the charger when a call went out, and had he not heard the siren, he would not have known to respond. Concerns brought by members of the public were discussed as well. One attendee asked for clarification on claims that a large percentage of calls announced by the siren went unanswered. Mark Clary, Emergency Management Coordinator for Lake County, explained that
Ronan community members share their perspectives on the fire siren.
when the siren goes off, a volunteer immediately responds. A call may be cancelled after the fact if it turns out to be a false alarm, but someone will already be on their way. Statistics on calls and fire reports are available by request from the Ronan fire chief. When asked why the siren w w w.va l le yj our na l.net
is still in use when there is also newer technology in use, emergency responders in attendance explained that in many parts of rural Montana, within certain buildings, and in times of severe weather, reception for all types of communication technology can be inconsistent. Additionally, Clary explained that the
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company that manages the 911 software pushes through updates without informing dispatch centers, leaving dispatch’s pages shown as sent on their end, but undelivered to firefighters. “The technology, yes it’s there. Is it always reliable? No, it’s not,” Clary stated.
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DPHHS confirms state’s first COVID-19 case caused by Omicron variant News from DPHHS
MONTANA — On Dec. 20 the Department of Public Health and Human Services officials have detected the Omicron variant through testing of positive COVID-19 samples from two Montana residents in their 30s with travel history to South Africa. The variant was confirmed through genomic sequencing performed at the Montana State Public Health Laboratory and at Montana State University. The individuals, who had mild symptoms that are improving, are self-isolating and have been since returning to Montana. They are residents of Gallatin County and were fully vaccinated.
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Councilman and Fire Chief Chris Adler commented that Lakeside and St. Ignatius switched from their siren to the newer technology alone and it resulted in missed calls. When pages aren’t acknowledged after three attempts, dispatch moves onto another fire department. Ronan responded to these calls in their stead. When asked who was in favor of keeping the fire siren, everyone in attendance raised their hand. The council also received 28 written comments in favor of keeping the siren. The motion to continue its use passed unanimously with public 2 - December 29, 2021
“This is not a surprise as nearly every other state has reported Omicron cases in recent weeks,” DPHHS Director Adam Meier said. “We continue to urge all Montanans to use all available tools to stay healthy this winter, including getting your COVID-19 vaccine and booster and taking other measures to prevent the spread of the virus.” Montana is the 46th state with a confirmed COVID-19 case caused by the Omicron variant. DPHHS continues to conduct sequencing of COVID-19 samples for variant strains. In addition to the DPHHS Public Health Laboratory, three additional partner laboratories (UM, MSU and FYR Diag-
support. Next on the agenda was the swearing in of five members of the public for terms starting in 2022: new mayor Chris Adler, city judge Allysen Jones, and council members Ryan Corum, Marlene Melton, and Lindsay Myers. Myers is a business owner of 12 years in Ronan and was selected by the council in a vote 6-1. Originally from a small town in Wyoming, she hopes to bring additional perspective and a younger voice to the council. Finally, the city council passed a motion to put into place an emergency ordinance regulating the sale of recreational marijuana within Ronan.
nostics) in Montana are conducting sequencing testing of positive COVID-19 specimens to support surveillance efforts of COVID-19 variants. While Omicron is classified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as a Variant of Concern, scientists are still working to determine how it may compare with the predominant Delta variant in terms of transmissibility and disease severity. Scientists also are studying the degree to which existing vaccines and therapies protect against Omicron. The COVID-19 vaccines used in the U.S. are expected to protect against severe illness, hospitalizations, and deaths due to infection with the Omicron variant.
Brought by Ronan City Attorney Ben Anciaux and based off the marijuana ordinance recently passed by Polson, the city council went through each page of the proposal to decide on specific parameters for the town. When deciding on restrictions for marijuana-related businesses, the council opted to add three additional locations a dispensary or manufacturer may not open near: public schools specifically, daycares as licensed by the state of Montana, and the Boys and Girls Club of Ronan. This means to open a location, a marijuana-related business must both be located within a commercial zone and the proper number of feet
Despite the detection of Omicron, Delta remains the predominant strain in the United States and in Montana. “The concern right now for public health officials is that other states in the U.S. are experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases, which are primarily the Delta variant,” said Dr. Maggie Cook-Shimanek, acting State Medical Officer at DPHHS. “Given this activity around the country, it’s important that we exercise caution and take proven steps to prevent disease and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 here in Montana.” To that end, DPHHS encourages all Montanans to take the following steps to protect
away from these new list items, as well as residential zones, places of worship, property owned or operated by the City of Ronan, other marijuana businesses, and all private schools subject to MCA 20-5-402 or listed as a kindergarten provider by the Lake County Superintendent of Schools. These locations were added to try and circumvent complications such as public schools located within commercial zones. If a school or place of worship opens too close to an established marijuana business, the marijuana business will be grandfathered in to keep their location for at least the duration of their license. “We’re going to find
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themselves from becoming infected with COVID-19, including variants like Omicron: Get vaccinated and if eligible get a booster. To find a vaccine near you, visit: covidvaccine. mt.gov. Eligible Montanans who haven’t gotten vaccinated and still have questions, should consult with their healthcare provider. Take steps to help prevent the spread of the virus such as using face masks, physical distancing, practicing hand hygiene, and avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. Get tested for COVID-19 when you feel sick or have been in close contact with someone who tests positive for the virus. Stay home when you are sick.
so many cans of worms,” councilwoman Julie Moore commented when discussing the complexity of deciding location rules. When possible additional restrictions surrounding marijuana-related businesses were discussed, such as restrictions on smell and appearance, Anciaux pointed out “When you’re thinking about these things, think about ‘what if it was tobacco? What if it was alcohol?’” A decision against these additional restrictions was made with potential for further discussion down the line. The council also decided to create separate licenses for manufacturers and retailers of marijuana due to the difference in
funds made between the two. While a retail license will cost $1,500 per year, a manufacturing license will cost $5,000 annually. Ronan doesn’t have an advertising ordinance in place at this time, so the discussion of possible restrictions for marijuana-related advertising has been shelved until a later date. The motion to pass the emergency ordinance went through unanimously. The ordinance will go into effect Jan. 1 when recreational marijuana becomes legal statewide. The Dec. 20 City Council meeting was recorded and is available to members of the public upon request.
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Water Rights Protection Act impacts local use By Kristi Niemeyer for the Valley Journal
FLATHEAD RESERVATION — Since the Montana Water Rights Protection Act was signed into law a year ago, changes to how water rights are assigned and managed on the local level are beginning to fall into place – and impact some local land use and subdivision plans. The CSKT Water Compact was activated Sept. 17 upon the signature of Secretary of Interior Deb Haaland. According to a fact sheet recently issued by Rob McDonald, CSKT Compact Compliance Officer, the agreement protects valid existing water uses, establishes a process to authorize new water rights or changes on the Flathead Reservation, and quantifies the Tribes’ water rights for all time. A joint state-tribal Water Management Board that’s currently taking shape is now the exclusive regulatory body on the reservation for water right appropriations and changes in use. Under the Compact, the five-member board must be in place six months from the signing date, or no later than March 17. The board is comprised of two members selected by the Tribes (Clayton Matt and Teresa Wall-McDonald), two selected by
We have subdivisions in the preliminary phase or all done and we can’t approve them until the board approves the water rights.
governor from a slate of nominees recently submitted by counties on the reservation, and a fifth chosen by the other four. The Department of the Interior selects a sixth non-voting member. Until that board is established and can begin its work, no further water uses or changes to existing uses will be permitted within the reservation’s boundaries. Water rights have been in limbo here for quite some time, but prior to activating the Compact in September, the Lake County Commissioners could sign off on subdivisions or changes in water uses with the caveat that water rights were in question. Commissioners wrote a letter to Governor Greg Gianforte in early December requesting an interim solution so that subdivisions or land transfers in the county’s pipeline can move forward. “We have subdivisions in the preliminary phase or all done and we can’t approve them until the board approves the water rights,” said commissioner Gale Decker. His concern is that it
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could realistically be six to eight months before the board is fully formed, has hired a water engineer, and is ready to begin its work. “Why can’t we keep doing what we’ve been doing for years? For our final approval, we just say water rights are in question,” he added. Outgoing Lake County Planning Director Jacob Feistner explains that comment regarding water availability is required from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) as part of the planning process. Prior to the Compact taking effect, Mark Pittman of the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation was providing comment on proposed wells. Now, however, that responsibility falls to the nascent water board and any subdivision proposals that did not receive a comment regarding water availability prior to Sept. 17 from the DNRC are now in limbo. Feistner says he doesn’t have “a hard number” on how many subdivision applications pending approval in Lake County
had obtained a water comment prior to Sept. 17 and how many are waiting on the new water board. He says approximately 27 subdivision pre-applications have been submitted in the past two years, with five of those arriving within the recent weeks. The pre-application is a preliminary step that’s required
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before property owners or developers actually submit a subdivision application. The planning department currently has approximately 14 subdivision applications in some form of the public review process – including some whose pre-applications were submitted more than two years ago. Diana Luke is director of Lake County Environmental Health, which reviews water, wastewater and stormwater proposals in Lake County for the MDEQ. While well permits are on hold, permitting for projects such as wastewater
treatment systems “is at extremely high levels and my workload reflects it.” “In reality, this hurdle is only currently delaying the approval of five proposed well locations on two single-lot divisions, two family transfers, and one removal of a sanitary restriction,” she added. The commissioners, who give final approval to subdivision projects, are concerned that the slowdown could pose a hardship for developers, surveyors and even well drillers. “I think word is out that it’s no use going forward for the time being,” said Decker.
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National Water, Climate Center releases new snowpack and precipitation normals By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting (SSWSF) Program of the USDA has published new 30-year hydroclimatic normal for snowpack and precipitation from western U.S. monitoring stations, including Flathead Lake. These “normals” are specific to each site, and measure either the median or average for each data type. Calculated over a 30-year period, these statistics are updated each decade. Most statistics include data from 1991-2020. Also included are medians and averages for external agency reservoir storage 6 - December 29, 2021
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and streamflow volumes used for water supply forecasting. Gathered by automated SNOTEL (snow telemetry) stations at hundreds of sites, the data helps inform decisions for water managers, reservoir operators, and other groups. The Washington Department of Ecology explains “many communities rely on a snow-fed water supply to provide safe and clean drinking
water. The irrigated agriculture industry, which helps drive the local and state economy, relies on water to irrigate crops. That same water also feeds rivers and streams that support salmon.” However, updated calculation methods for 1991-2020 may contribute to differences between current and previous normals. Additionally, the underlying data used to compute Valley Journal
statistics may not be the same between two 30-year periods. Calculations for the normals of 1991-2020 do not use any estimation techniques. Normals for the previous decade, however, used estimation methods for sites and snow courses with less than 20 years of data. A seven-day smoothing algorithm was also applied to the previous decade’s daily average and median, while normals for this decade are not smoothed for any data type or duration. 1981-2010 also required serially completed data for daily normals, meaning omission of an entire year of normal calculations of a site could occur if any data from
that year was missing. 19912020 normals do not require serial completeness. Finally, the method for calculating peak Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) normals differs in 1991-2020 by calculating the average and medians for a subset of seasonal peaks for SWE and the corresponding date determined each year during the reference period, as opposed to being derived as the maximum value from the set of daily SWE medians as was done for 1981-2010 normals. Caution is recommended when making inferences when comparing reported normals from 1991-2020, 1981-2010, and 1971-2000.
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CSKT Tribal Council election results certified News from the CSKT Tribal Council
PABLO — Election officials of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes recently certified final election results, including all absentee and contested ballots, with livestream coverage of the process. On Saturday, Dec. 18, Tribal
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Library closes for New Year holiday POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be on closed Friday, Dec. 31- Jan. 1 for the New Year. We will reopen on Monday, Jan. 3 at 9 a.m.
Saturday, Jan. 1 ‘Battle of the Boots’ offers healthy start to New Year FLATHEAD VALLEY — From Jan. 1-31, Montana Fish, Wildlife
Members cast their votes for five positions on the Tribal Council, with the remaining other five seats up for election in 2023. Incumbents Len Twoteeth (Elmo District) and Carole Lankford (Ronan District) retained their seats, with the new at-large position now represented by Tom McDonald. Arlee District will now
and Parks is hosting the “Battle of the Boots” competition at state parks in the Flathead Valley to encourage a healthy start to the new year outdoors. Recreationists are
be represented by Jim Malatare, while the Polson District will be represented by Jennifer Finley. Voter turnout increased approximately six percent from the last general election. The newly elected officials will be sworn into office at the next Tribal Member Quarterly meeting on Jan. 7.
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Steele to face trial for criminal possession POLSON — A Pablo man is facing a jury trial in April for allegedly dealing drugs, namely heroin, in Lake County. John Emery Steele, 30, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson Dec. 16 to two counts of crimJohn Steele inal possession with intent to distribute and three counts criminal possession of dangerous drugs. The charges span four separate cases. One involves a forgery conviction that has not yet gone to
sentencing. According to court records, Steele was seen by law enforcement sitting in the passenger seat of car in Polson Jan. 9, with a “tooter” straw on his lap. When the officers became aware of the “tooter,” Steele was seen pushing it off his lap. After being advised of his rights, Steele admitted that he intentionally pushed the paraphernalia off his lap. During a pat down of Steele after his arrest, officers allegedly found a baggie with a brown substance. The brown substance tested positive for heroin at the state crime lab. The first charge of criminal
possession with intent to distribute came from an incident March 11 in which Steele was found to be in possession of more heroin. Steele was one of three occupants of a vehicle that was the subject of a routine traffic stop at about 3:48 a.m. A search of the vehicle allegedly turned up heroin near where each occupant was sitting. Officers also found other items in the vehicle used in the distribution of drugs, such as baggies and scales. The vehicle had Washington license plates. One of the other occupants told Polson police officer Aaron Sutton that he routinely travels to Washington where
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he has contacts to obtain large quantities of various drugs for distribution in Polson. On Aug. 7, Ronan police were dispatched to a local gas station on a report of possible drugs being found in a baggie that had been dropped on the floor. Video surveillance at the business allegedly showed Steele drop the baggie. The baggie contained 20.91 grams of heroin, 1.35 grams of methamphetamine and .54 grams of cocaine. District Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher set a trial date of April 11. Steele remains in the Lake County jail with bail totaling $125,000.
Nichols sentenced to 10 years for violation of release conditions POLSON — An Elmo woman had a six-year deferred sentence for felony criminal endangerment revoked at District Court in Polson Dec. 16 and turned into a 10-year term in the Montana State Women’s prison for continued violations of her release conditions Rachel Rae Nichols, 50, was initially given the deferred sentence plus 15 days in the Lake County jail on one count of felony Rachel Nichols criminal endangerment. The charge stems from a drunk driving crash July 29, 2018. According to court records, Nichols was traveling in the southbound lane of U. S. Highway 93 near mile marker 78 when her vehicle went into the ditch on the right side of the road. The vehicle came back onto the roadway into the north8 - December 29, 2021
bound lane and into the left side ditch before returning to the northbound lane and colliding with a northbound car. The occupant of the northbound car went to check on Nichols and could smell alcohol on her and Nichols appeared intoxicated. Nichols admitted to responding law enforcement officers that she had consumed Budweiser and stated, “I am drunk.” In a separate matter, Nichols was committed in District Court at Polson Dec. 16 to the Montana Department of Corrections for a total two years to be followed by five years’ supervised release. She was also ordered to pay a fine of $5,000 on felony charges of DUI and criminal endangerment. According to court records, on Oct. 8, 2020, a motorist traveling on U. S. Highway 93 reported to law enforcement that a Buick had just hit his car and fled northbound. The reporting party followed the Valley Journal
Buick at speeds reaching up to 80 MPH and allegedly witnessed the Buick almost hit another vehicle on Jette Hill north of Polson. Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Jeremy Lee intercepted the Buick a short time later and was able to make a traffic stop on it. Nichols was identified as the driver. She refused to provide a preliminary breath test or conduct any field sobriety tests. A search warrant was obtained for a blood draw. An analysis of the blood showed the alcohol content at .220. Nichols was also ordered to pay restitution of $2,261.51, the remaining balance of restitution ordered in the 2018 case, and restitution of $7,499.99 in the 2020 case. That is in addition to a fee of $800 for the cost of a public defender in each case. Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher gave Nichols credit for having already served a total 751 days in jail.
POLSON — December is the perfect time to honor or remember a loved one with a gift to the North Lake County Public Library. Giving before the end of the year is a great way to maximize your charitable contributions for yourself and the library with the help of the CARES Act. Mondays mean Mother Goose. Join us at 9:15 a.m. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m. We will practice social distancing. Face masks are recommended but not required. The North Lake County Public Library has a Starry Sky Project STEM Kit available for checkout. The Montana Learning Center in Helena is launching the statewide Starry Sky Survey Project, which is part of a larger effort to track light pollution globally. Anyone 18 or older with a library card in good standing can check out the kit, take measurements, and upload findings to the international database “Globe at Night.” We will be closed Friday, Dec. 31- Jan. 1 for the New Year. We will reopen Monday Jan. 3 at 9 a.m.
Special meeting of Flathead Irrigation district planned RONAN — A special meeting of the Flathead Irrigation District will be held Jan. 6, 2022, at 1 p.m. Enter through the Lake County Extension office back door, 303 Third Ave. NW., Ronan. Visit http:// www.flatheadirrigationdistrict. org/ for more details.
Department of Commerce awards grants Local Native-owned small businesses awarded grants
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HELENA — The Montana Department of Commerce recently announced it will be awarding $320,000 in grants to 24 Native-owned small businesses throughout the state, including three in the Confederated Salish and Kootenai tribe. All American Autoworks in Ronan will receive $12,000 to purchase welding equipment and tools, Arrow Rock in Polson with receive $14,000 to purchase a large capacity dump trailer, and Hair to the Throne in Polson will receive $14,000 to
purchase equipment and supplies. Part of the Indian Equity Fund meant to support new and expanding Native-owned small businesses in the eight federally recognized tribes in Montana, the grant is an annual program funded by the State Legislature. “The Indian Equity Fund has a proven record of successfully infusing capital into Native-owned small businesses in Montana,” Department of Commerce Director Scott Osterman stated in a recent MDC press release. “Ninety-two percent of recipients over the past five years are still operating and even expanding further.” To receive the grant, future recipients must undergo a competitive ap-
plication process. Anastasia Burton, Communications and Public Affairs Supervisor at the Montana Department of Commerce explains, “Applications go through two rounds of review: one from a state committee and one from [a committee] local to the tribe the applicant is affiliated with.” Each business can receive up to $14,000 and the funds are paid on a reimbursement basis. As businesses make eligible expenses, they are reimbursed up to the amount of the grant. Burton added that purchases can also be made by the Department of Commerce for eligible expenses on behalf of the business. Applications for the 2022 grant open July 1.
NRCS announces new EQIP funding News from USDA
BOZEMAN — The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Montana is offering a new assistance opportunity for agricultural producers through its Environmental Quality Incentives Program. While NRCS accepts applications year-round, producers and landowners should apply by the Feb. 18, ranking date to be considered for this year’s funding. “EQIP is our flagship conservation program. By focusing the expanded benefits of the Conservation Incentive Contracts in high priority areas, we’re enabling Tribal producers to strengthen their land management and conservation practices,” said Tom Watson, NRCS State Conservationist for Montana. The EQIP Conservation Incentive Contracts will be targeted to include socially disadvantaged producers operating
on Montana’s reservations and in Blaine, Cascade, Glacier, and Hill counties. The 2018 Farm Bill created the new Conservation Incentive Contracts option to address high-priority conservation and natural resources concerns. Through 5 to 10-year contracts, producers manage, maintain and address important natural resource concerns and build on existing conservation efforts. Conservation Incentive Contracts were piloted in select states in fiscal year 2021. The opportunity is now available nationwide. Ranking dates for all programs and states are available online. Applications received after ranking dates will be automatically deferred to the next funding period. To learn more visit the NRCS website and click on Programs, then Environmental Quality Incentives Program or visit your local USDA Service Center. Valley Journal
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valley views Tribute to Bob Dole W
ith the unrelenting talk about election fraud, I’ve decided now to clear my conscience and disclose that I voted twice for President in 1996. No, it wasn’t an act of voter fraud. As a delegate to the Republican convention that year, I voted to nominate Bob Dole as the Republican candidate. I voted for him again at my polling place in Whitefish in the general election. Colin Powell, who I felt could have been a great and unifying President, was my first choice that year, but I was more than comfortable with Dole. My primary reason for that was a personal not a
political one. A few years earlier, as a teacher at Flathead High School, I was the faculty sponsor of the Teen Age Republican Club when Dole was the keynote speaker at a Western States ReBob Brown publican Conference at the Outlaw Inn in Kalispell. As it turned out, his talk was scheduled for 4 p.m. so I was able to take about 15 of my students to the event after school. When we arrived, though, the large meeting room was packed. The staff told me that no more chairs were available. The students and I were lined up against the outer wall, disappointed that we wouldn’t be
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able to see the speaker. But then suddenly Dole himself appeared and approached the young people, offering his left hand and warmly greeting each one. (His right arm was largely paralyzed due to terrible wounds he suffered heroically rescuing a fellow soldier during WWII.) When he came to me, he told me that he wasn’t going to enter the meeting room until my students could too. In a matter of minutes, hotel workers came scrambling on to the scene with chairs from other rooms, which they crammed into the ballroom, and the students quickly filed into them. Then Bob Dole, with his radiant smile, took the podium. Dole was considered a possible Presidential can-
didate at that time, and typical of the sardonic wit that for both good and ill became his trademark, he commented that some of his critics were saying that because he was the Republican National Chairman at the time of the Watergate burglary, he should be disqualified from running. Dole denied anything to do with Watergate, adding that, “I was doing another job up in Chicago that night.” There are countless examples of his wry humor, but one that particularly stands out in my memory was when the earnest Jimmy Carter promised to the American people with his customary toothy smile, “I will never lie to you,” Dole wryly commented, “Gee, I thought every time he told a lie he
grew another tooth.” His first choice for the Republican nomination in 2016, was Jeb Bush, but loyal soldier that he was, he supported Trump in the general election that year. I was sorry to see him continue to support his party right or wrong in 2020. To his everlasting credit, however, Dole refused to buy Trump’s perpetual fraudulent lie that the election was stolen, and congratulated Biden on his victory. In one of the last official acts of his long life, Dole returned to his native Kansas, and visited the common people in every one of the 105 mostly rural counties in the state, thanking them personally for the opportunity they had given him to serve.
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the real world. In controlling a global pandemic, we must come to the realization that no one is safe until everyone is safe. Global cooperation is the key to success. The developed Jerry Tetalman nations have received most of the vaccinations, but have been plagued by new variants such as Delta, which started in India, or the new Omicron, first reported in Southern Africa. These variants are created in areas of low vaccination,
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unfortunately lacks the authority and resources to truly be effective. There is also Covax, an international organization whose purpose is to create equitable global access to the covid vaccine, but has yet to fulfill its mission. These organizations are part of the United Nations, and as such, all actions are voluntary on the part of individual nations. Due to our state of relative anarchy at the international level and our lack of strong and effective see page 11
A Republican to the end, Bob Dole was no demagogue and no danger to democracy. He will be remembered well, I think, in the annals of time. Bob Brown of Whitefish is a former MT Secretary of State and State Senate President
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St. Ignatius By Irene Pritsak for the Valley Journal
ST. IGNATIUS — Wow! Here it is, our last newsletter of 2021. I still get excited when I think of the year changing overnight, just as our seasons switched from fall to winter on Tuesday night at winter solstice. I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday, and will continue to enjoy friends, family and good cheer into 2022. Our menu for the week: — Friday, Dec. 31: soup and sandwiches, green salad, fruit, dessert — Tuesday, Jan.4: 5:30 dinner pork ribs, applesauce, oven roasted potatoes, mixed veggies, fruit, lemon bars — Friday, Jan. 7: beef stew, vegetables, rolls, fruit, spice cake — Tuesday, Jan. 11: chili dogs, tater tots, veggies, chocolate cookies Please remember, call by 10 a.m. to either order a lunch or cancel a lunch delivery and please call by 2 p.m. to order a takeout dinner. Happy New Year, everyone!
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Local woman’s book turned into award winning screenplay By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
KALISPELL — The book “Once in a Lifetime Comes a Man” by local author Grace Larson has won a screenplay award from the LA Independent Women Film Festival and was chosen for the Chicago Indie Film Festival. “I’m so proud of this,” Larson said. “I never expected anything like this.” Niece of Fay Haynes of the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame, Larson was born and raised on a sheep ranch in Hot Springs and attended school a few miles away in Polson. Married at 16, Larson and her first husband moved to Minnesota where she was introduced to a friend of his, Lyle Larson. “I looked across the table and saw Lyle and thought ‘what in the world am I doing married [to someone else]?’” Larson said. Years later, after her divorce, Larson went to college at Spokane Falls in 1980 to
Grace and Lyle had 32 study chemical dependency. years together before he While pursuing her studies, passed away. 18 years after she last saw him, Larson “[Getting tohad a dream gether] was a miracle really,” Larof Lyle that son said. “I always inspired her say Lyle was my to reach out I always say ‘saving Grace.’ He to him. From there the two was a wonderful, Lyle was began to write wonderful man.” my ‘saving A year after her to each other husband’s death and talk on Grace’.” the phone, and in 2013, Larson - Grace Larson published her first one year later book which covin 1982 they ered her grandwere married. parents’ history, As soon as she “An Immigrant, A Homegraduated, achieving honors steader and Sheep.” Shortly in the process, the couple moved back to Larson’s home thereafter, she discovered that her husband had kept every state. letter they had ever written “When I got back to to each other. That was what Montana, I’m not kidding, I squatted down and kissed the inspired her book about their story, “Once in a Lifetime ground. I was just so happy Comes a Man.” to be back,” Larson laughed. She had started writing “My heart was always here.” thanks to a Creative Writing The two settled down in course in college. At the enForsyth, where she became a couragement of her instrucchemical dependency countor, Larson wrote her first selor for about 15 years.
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write Grace’s stories, because her stories are from page 12 amazing.” “I have been so unpublished in a drawer pleased with her,” Laryears until she had pub- son said of Gold. Once lished she has two enough other money books, raised, making she it her intends third. to ask InGold terestto write ed in another turning screenher play for books her, this into time movies, on her Larson book found “Fay: screenIn Her writer Own Grace Larson’s book is Anne available at “Print” book Words store in Ronan. Gold A Living based Legacy.” in CaliThe fornia, and hired her to two women intend to turn two of her books work together to get into screenplays: “Once the scripts to the right in a Lifetime Comes people to find a proa Man,” and a story ducer that will turn the about her own life titled screenplays into inde“Grace,” which will also pendent movies. be submitted for film “We have both hapfestival awards. piness and sadness and Working together for that’s all there is to it. I the last several months, love the happy times,” the two writers have said Larson. established a great relaHer most recent book, tionship. “From Dawn to Dusk: “She’s very easy to In the Wild World,” a work with. Very supcompilation of fiction portive and encouragand nonfiction short ing,” Gold said of Larstories named by her son. “In the beginning granddaughter, has not I was kind of worried yet been published, because the stories are but her existing books very personal to her, but are all available for she’s really open minded purchase locally in the and just wants to do ev- Ronan bookstore ‘Print,’ erything that can result as well as online. in a great screenplay. vj I was very honored to
‘Battle of the Boots’ in New Year Recreationists encouraged to hit the trails at local state parks for friendly New Year’s competition News from Montana FWP
KALISPELL – Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is hosting a friendly competition at state parks in the Flathead Valley to encourage a healthy start to the new year outdoors. Recreationists are encouraged to participate in the second annual “Battle of the Boots” and log their miles at Lone Pine State Park in Kalispell or Flathead Lake State Parks (Wayfarers, West Shore, and Big Arm units) in the month of January. Every time you hike,
Participants with the most miles logged will receive a prize. snowshoe, fat-tire bike, sled, or cross-country ski at one of these parks’ trails, log your miles at the trailhead to help lead your park to victory. At the end of the month, the participants with the most miles from each park will receive a prize. The park with the most overall miles will also be crowned champion. The competition will kick off Jan. 1 and conclude Jan. 31. Last year hikers at Flathead Lake State Park led the park to victory with most miles logged overall. First Day Hikes will also occur
across the state to celebrate the new year outdoors. To celebrate this 30-year national tradition, the Battle of the Boots participants with the most miles logged on Jan. 1 at the participating parks will receive prizes as well. Share photos from your hikes and tag the park for a feature on the parks’ Facebook and Instagram accounts. For more information, call the Lone Pine State Park visitor center at (406) 755-2706, ext. 0, or Flathead Lake State Parks Ranger Station at (406) 8373041, ext. 0.
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Two Eagle River struggles to get new season airborne By Rob Zolman / Valley Journal
PABLO — The Two Eagle River Eagles and Lady Eagles had a big home game on Thursday as they hosted District 14C and cross county rivals Charlo Vikings and Lady Vikings, however, both squads will continue to search for their first win of the young season as they could not come away with victories. In the boy’s match up, the Eagles fell 83-42 to the Vikings, while the Lady Vikings, who entered the game on a 2-game win streak, prevailed over the Lady Eagles 47-13. “After not having a team last season due to the Covid, it has been a struggle to get started this year,” explained Eagles’ head coach Camas McClure. “It hasn’t been easy, we have been dealing with some injuries, a few players were late getting all of their ten practices in and also a couple players have been sick. It has definitely been a struggle,
but it is getting better.” With a game high 23 points, junior guard Thomas Spotted Eagle scored a little more than half of the Eagles’ total 42 team points. Also for the Eagles, Chris Brown booked seven points, while Nate Gates chipped in with six points. “We have a lot of hustlers and young players. We do have a good group,” said coach McClure. “Being consistent and getting on the same page has been our struggle so far this season.” In the girls’ game, the Lady Eagles found themselves down early in the first quarter 15-6 and out paced by Charlo in the second quarter 12-4. During the second half, the Lady Viking defense stifled the Lady Eagles’ offense allowing only three team points. The Eagles and Lady Eagles return to the court Jan. 4, when they host the Noxon Red Devils and Lady Red Devils in a 14C conference match up.
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Thomas Spotted Eagle heads to the hoop for a score.
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Lady Eagle Sarah Gardipe battles her way to the basket.
Henriksen signs letter of intent with the Griz By Rob Zolman Valley Journal
POLSON — Polson Pirate Braunson Henriksen, who announced his verbal commitment to play football for the Griz earlier this month, on Wednesday morning made it official by inking the dotted line of his National Letter of Intent to the University of Montana. Henriksen was joined in the PHS weight room by family and fellow 14 - December 29, 2021
Pirate teammates as he prepared to take the next step in his academic and athletic career. “Have been a Griz fan pretty much my whole life,” Henriksen explained why he chose the U of M. “Also, their team motives and philosophies really appealed to me.” In the upcoming fall when not preparing for Saturday afternoon games, Henriksen will be working his way toward a degree in business. Playing at the defen-
sive end spot this season for a Pirates’ team that finished with an overall record of 11-1, Henriksen, the 6-foot-5, 230-pound Henriksen garnered a Class A allstate selection, first-team all-conference accolades and a Western A co-most valuable defensive player award. On the season, Henriksen recorded 48 tackles which including a teamhigh 19.5 tackles for loss and a team-best eight sacks.
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Polson Pirate Braunson Henriksen signs a letter of intent with the University of Montana to join the Griz football team next fall.
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Scoring a game high 22 points, Jarrett Wilson led the Polson Pirates to a 62-48 home opener win over the Missoula Loyola Rams. Also for the Pirates, Colton Graham booked 16 points. On Thursday evening, the visiting Columbia Falls Wildcats tripped up the Pirates in a 67-60 conference win. Graham score a Polson team high 20 points followed by Wilson with 15 points and Xavier Fisher with 12 points.
Charlo Vikings
In a 14C District rivalry match up on Thursday, the Charlo Vikings plundered the hosting Two Eagle River Eagles 83-42. Six Viking shooters scored in double digits on the night. Leading the way for Charlo was Stetson Reum with a team high 18 points followed by Coyle Nagy with 16 points, Wesley Anderson with 14 points, Keaton Piedalue with 13 points, Tucker Love with 10 points and Hayden Hollow also with 10 points.
Ronan Chiefs
On the road in Browning on Monday, Dec. 20, the Ronan Chiefs came away with a 75-70 victory. Both Elijah Tonasket
and Marlo Tonasket each scored a game high 20 points, while Dillon Pretty On Top chipped in 12 points. The Chiefs slipped past the visiting Libby Loggers Wednesday evening in a come-from-behind 54-50 conference win. For the Chiefs, Elijah Tonasket score 18 points, while Marlo Tonasket followed with 17 points.
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Tuesday night, Dec. 21, Nate Gates scored a Two Eagle River Eagles team high 20 points in a 67-50 road loss to Alberton-Superior.
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Polson Lady Pirates
On Monday, Dec. 20, in their home opener, the Polson Lady Pirates made it two wins in a row with a narrow 55-53 victory over the visiting Missoula Loyola Breakers. Jazlyn Dalbey scored a Polson team high 12 points followed by Areanna Burke with 10 points. On Thursday, Dalbey tied a game high 17 points for the Lady Pirates in a 58-42 road loss to the Columbia Falls Wildkats.
Charlo Lady Vikings
Shooting a game high 20 points, Mila Hawk led the Charlo Lady Vikings to a 47-13 conference victory over the hosting
Two Eagle River Lady Eagles on Thursday evening.
Ronan Maidens
The Ronan Maidens struggled on the road Monday, Dec. 20, falling to host Browning 65-47. Scoring in double digits for the Maidens, LaReina Cordova booked 11 points while Leina Ulutoa posted 10. On Wednesday evening, the Maidens bounced back from the road loss earlier in the week with a 47-16 home win over the Libby Lady Loggers. Dani Coffman booked a game high 17 points for the Maidens.
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Sarah Gardipe scored nine of the 17 Two Eagle River Lady Eagles points in a 53-17 road loss to Alberton-Superior on Tuesday evening, Dec. 21.
Football
Last week, Polson Pirate seniors wide receiver Colton Graham and defensive end Braunson Henriksen each received invitations to play in the 75th Montana East-West Shrine Game, billed as one of the oldest high school all-star football games in the nation. The game serves as an annual fundraiser for the orthopedic and burn care unit at the Shriner’s Hospital in Spokane, Washington. Valley Journal
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By: Magi Helena for the Week of December 26, 2021 ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be courageous in the face of challenging situations. Your companions may be impressed by your ingenuity if you take the lead in the week ahead. Enjoy games or sports that honor the rules of fair play. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may flirt with risky activities as this week unfolds, but it’s a better bet to delight loved ones with your desire for harmless fun. Doing things or going places that allow you to be more active may be at the top of your to-do list. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Treasure warm and cozy moments with friends or family in the week ahead. The holiday mood should enrich your working environment and physical activities. A business outing could spread good cheer and enrich your spirits.
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CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may have a blind spot where a friend is concerned. Someone might prove to be more practical and ambitious than you imagined. In the week ahead, you and a loved one might share the same goals and dreams.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take pride in doing a good job in the week ahead -- anything worth doing is worth doing well. If you prepare for upcoming celebrations in the week ahead, your powers of concentration are probably honed to a sharp point.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Accepting changes is a way to widen your horizons. The latest information or technology may make your life easier. You can be wiser than usual as the week progresses especially when dealing with family affairs.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Remain sympathetic if you sense someone’s confusion and play the part of explainer-in-chief. Add finishing touches to key projects as the week unfolds. Plan to wrap up loose ends and start the new year right.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Meditate on ways to develop a positive cash flow as the end of the year looms on the horizon. The images in your mind might turn into reality when an opportunity arrives. Unexpected invitations may arrive.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Even small sacrifices can be worthwhile if they build up your financial security. Confusing or complex situations could cause some disharmony in the week ahead. Remember that experience is the best teacher.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some thought can show you how you can honor end-of-the-year traditions while simultaneously introducing exciting new elements. In the week ahead, a tense situation can become a springboard to positive actions.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Some creative ideas may escape your grasp because you may be more interested in taking immediate action. This may be a good week to make major financial decisions or to finalize agreements before the new year begins.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make the spreading of good cheer a top priority in the upcoming week. Your sympathy and kindness will likely be respected and appreciated. Avoid interactions with negative people to help increase harmony in your life.
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obituaries James ‘Jim’ Cook ST. IGNATIUS — James “Jim” Cook passed away at his home on Dec. 18, 2021. He was born on June 15, 1945, in Borger, Texas. After graduating Crooked Oak High School in OklaJim Cook homa City, he broke and trained horses, and then entered the Army for a tour in the Vietnam War 1965-67. He returned to Oklahoma and took a job at Fife Corporation. He met Donna Bond and they married in 1972. They had their son, Todd, in 1974. Jim graduated from Oscar in Rose Junior College and the family moved to Stillwater, Oklahoma, for a new Electrical Power Operations program at Oklahoma State University. Jim worked at two power companies in Oklahoma. His daughter, Culley, was born in 1978 and the Cooks moved when she was four, to Colstrip, Montana. Jim worked as an operator there for 17 years. In 1999, Jim and the family moved to St. Ignatius and started their business, Diamond Dog Enterprises, boarding, grooming and training dogs for 22 years. 18 - December 29, 2021
Jim was predeceased by his parents, Goldie Griewahn and Louie Cook; his sister, Lillian Stovall; his brother, Bobby Cook; and many aunts and uncles. Jim will be missed by his wife, Donna; his son, Todd and granddaughters, Kaylea (Ethan) and India; his daughter, Culley “Cook” Kitzman (Chris) and their son, Blake; Jim’s youngest sister, Paula (Leroy) Simmons, and her children, Casey and Trista, and their children, Kendrick and Gevin; Lillian’s children, Duane, Daniel, and Sarah, and Bobby’s daughter Sherry and their families. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at 10 a.m. at the St. Ignatius Christian Church. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at: www. shriderthompson.com. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider – Thompson Funeral Home.
Lee Alderdice POLSON — Retired Air Force Major Lee Alderdice, age 96, quietly and peacefully left the constraints of his Lee Alderdice earthly
body and was so looking forward to his personal homecoming with Jesus, on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021. He was born on June 14, 1925, in Akron, Ohio, to Athel and Dessie Alderdice. He joined a sister Roberta. He joined the Air Force at 17 and spent 20 years in that service and retired in December of 1963, at which time he went to work for Firestone Tire Co. and later Todd Shipyard in the state of California. He married Virginia “Ginny” Burroughs in 1948 and they raised three children together. Ginny passed away in 1993. His passion was golf and he excelled at it. During his life he was able to play in almost every and many other countries. The golf course
is where he fell in love again in 1998 and he and Diane were married on May 15, 1999. They were so very fortunate to have 22 wonderful years together and were soul mates. They both joined the Polson Community Church together and he was a member up until his passing. He was preceded in death by his first wife; both his parents; his sister and his oldest son. He is survived by his wife Diane and a blended family consisting of a precious daughter in law, five children and their spouses; fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. There will be a military service held in the late spring or early summer of 2022 at Polson Community Church. Memories and condolences may
RONAN — Norma Lee Dennis Knutson was born May 21, 1936, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Charles Glen and Dorothy Hine Dennis, relocating to Charlo in 1947. Raised in a rustic cabin on Norma Knutson 80 beautiful acres beneath Mount Harding, Norma, the eldest of four children, dreamed of life beyond the remote setting of the farm. While
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attending Ronan High School, Norma worked as a bookkeeper for the Sterling family before being swept off her feet by Albert James Knutson, whom she married on April 9, 1955. Albert Lee joined their family in April 1956 with Michael Ray soon to follow in July 1957. As the kids grew, Norma became the neighborhood mother well known for her filled cookie jar. Over the years she and Albert fostered numerous children, (notably Rachael and Joe), who they loved as their own. Norma was a mainstay at all Good Shepherd Lutheran Church activities, a leader in the Country Store and was passionate about researching her family roots.
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births AnaKin Vassar POLSON — AnaKin Joseph Vassar was born on Dec. 15, 2021, at the St. Luke Community Healthcare New Beginnings Birth Center. He weighed 8 pounds. Parents are WaKiza Vassar and Rose Santos of Polson. Paternal grandmother is Louita Vassar of AnaKin Vassar De Smet, Idaho. Maternal grandmother is Desiré Peterson of Polson. AnaKin joins his sibling, Ember.
William Suttenfield RONAN — William Thomas Beckham Suttenfield was born on Dec. 14, 2021, at the St. Luke Community Healthcare New Beginnings Birth Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces. Parents are William Suttenfield and Lauren Todd of Polson. Paternal grandparents are Rod Suttenfield of William Suttenfield Polson and Theresa Zardo of Lodi, California. Maternal grandparents are Marvin Todd of Lacy, Washington, and Sheri Todd of Polson. William joins his sibling, Brooklyn.
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Lucy Elway POLSON — Noah Elway is excited to announce the birth of his sister, Lucy Dene Elway. She was born on Nov. 12, 2021, at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s Nesting Place. Lucy was 21.2 inches long and weighed 10 Lucy Elway pounds, 11 ounces. Her parents are Beckie and Justin Elway of Ronan. Maternal grandparents are Lorinda and Ron Dykshoorn. Paternal grandparents are Elaine and Mark Elway. Paternal great-grandparent is Joyce Schuler.
lkwkwĺíʔl Brown RONAN — lkwkwĺíʔl Loretta Brown was born on Dec. 9, 2021, at the St. Luke New Beginnings Birth Center. She weighed 7 pounds 7 ounces. Parents are Christopher Brown and Elizabeth Hill of Polson. Paternal grandparents are Micheal Brown and Jasmine Fisher w w lk k ĺíʔl Brown of Ronan. Maternal grandparents are Guy Hill of Polson and Jami An-
As health issues dictated, Albert entered St. Luke’s ECF in February 2019, with Norma joining him that summer. COVID struck both Albert and Norma in September 2021 from which Norma, weakened by other health issues, could never overcome. Mike, their youngest son, was similarly struck down by COVID’s effects, succumbing on Oct. 18. This emotional blow weakened her further and she died on Nov. 20, 2021, with her husband of 66 years by her side. Norma is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Arlan Dennis; and her son, Mike. She is survived by her husband, Albert James; her son, Albert Lee (Amy); daughter in law, Debi Knutson; grandchildren (and spouses): Kirby Knutson, Robbyn Tolmie, Andrew Knutson,
Chris and Anna Knutson; numerous great-grands; her brother, Jerry Dennis (Carol); her sister, Marilyn (Arlo Baltz); and her beloved nieces and nephews along with many lifelong friends. A memorial is planned for May 14, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, donations could be made to GSLC or the Country Store. Especially since Norma and Mike both died with coronavirus, COVID protocols will be in place at the memorial. We are eternally grateful for the loving care provided by St. Luke Extended Care and supportive pastor Melanie of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Messages of condolences may be shared with the family online at: www. lakefuneralhomeandcremation.com. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory. vj
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Employment Help wanted Due to expansion, Enviro-Tire is accepting applications for 1-2 additional driving positions. No tire loading, drop and hook only. CDL Class A Truck Driver with doubles endorsement for Montana, Idaho and Washington day runs. Home every night. Work site is in Lonepine, Mt. Year-round, full-time position. Pay $20.00+ per hour DOE and ability. Mandatory DOT drug testing. Vacation & holiday pay. Office phone and fax (406) 755-7716, enviro-tire@ montanasky.com BUSINESS MANAGER CHAR-KOOSTA NEWS (RE-ADVERTISED DUE TO LACK OF QUALIFIED APPLICANTS) The successful applicant must possess an Associate’s Degree in accounting or other business related field or a high school degree or G.E.D. with at least three (3) years’ documented professional experience in accounts receivable, financial reporting, bookkeeping, and computer software such as Microsoft Office and Quickbooks or similar software. Must have a valid Montana driver’s license and current proof of vehicle 20 - December 29, 2021
insurance. All applicants must submit a Tribal application and copy of academic transcript and/or training certificate, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference a copy of DD214 must be submitted. Rate of pay is $15.12 to $19.64 an hour. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. This position is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass a pre-hire drug test. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. TCC TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST (1 OR MORE POSITIONS) TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma/ GED. Possess a current and valid Montana driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribes’ fleet policy. A current physical exam or ability to obtain physical exam upon hire. Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire. Verified of recent TB screening or ability to complete the required screening. Certification in CPR/First Aid or obtain one within six months of hire. Certificate in Defensive and Distracted Driving course; or get one within six months of hire. Certificate in Passenger Service and Safety, or obtain one within six months. Salary is $13.58 - $15.60 per hour, plus benefits. To apply, contact the Tribal Personnel Office at (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications and full advertisement are available online at www.cskt.org. Closing date is Thursday, January 6, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.(MST). CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
Extension Agent – Three positions - Flathead County (Kalispell), Ravalli County (Hamilton) and Park County (Livingston). Full time, MSU Extension. Fun career opportunity to plan, implement and evaluate educational programs. Bachelor’s degree required. For complete description and to apply, visit msuextension.org, click on “careers.” Screening begins January, 2022. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/ Disabled. ELDER SERVICES PROGRAM HOME VISITOR 2 OR MORE POSITIONS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT The successful applicant must possess a high school/GED and 3 years of experience working in Support Services and with Adult/Senior Services. Fluent speaking in Salish and or Kootenai language preferred. Caring, sympathetic approach to working with elders. Willingness to follow directions and adhere to all policies Strong communication, listening, planning, home keeping and reasoning skills. Obtain certification within 6 months of hire of CNA training. Three years’ experience with working directly with Native American communities and tribal families. Must have CPR/First Aide training or obtain within 60 days of hire. Strong computer skills with 2 years’ experience with Microsoft Office. Must pass background investigation, including relevant criminal history and a pre-hire drug test. Valid Montana driver’s license and possess liability car insurance. 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, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted to the Tribal Personnel Department. 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 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 $16.53 to $19.00 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, January 13th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. CHILD PROTECTION SPECIALIST DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT TRIBAL SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION The successful applicant is required to have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or related field with six (6) months’ work experience with children/youth, at risk families CPS, Foster Care or Early Childhood Services This position 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 employment within the past (3) years. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license and maintain liability insurance. No involvement 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
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completed Tribal employment application, supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, copy of relevant 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 and 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 placement 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: $21.26 to $24.43 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, Jan. 6th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. TCC SOCIAL ADVOCATE (3 POSITIONS AVAILABLE – HOT SPRINGS, ELMO, MISSION/ARLEE) TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree in either Social Work, Health & Human Services, Community Services or related field. At least one year working in customer service. Care Coordination Certificate within six months of hire. Must have Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers within three months of employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Salary is $25.17 $28.94 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 advertisement are available online at www.cskt.org. Closing date is
Thursday, January 6, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.(MST) CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. CHILD PROTECTION SPECIALIST TRAINEE 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 Welfare Service field. Must pass a background investigation if hired. Must have never been convicted of or pled 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 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. All applicants must submit a completed Tribal employment application, supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, copy of relevant 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 and 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 placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire see page 21
classifieds Help wanted cont’d from pg. 20 drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range: $18.53 to $21.30 per hour. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1043. Tribal applications are also available on-line at www. csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Jan. 6th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. NOTICE OF VACANCY December 16, 2021 The Town of St. Ignatius is requesting letters of interest to be submitted to fill the upcoming vacancy on the town council. The new term will begin January 2022. All applicants must be a TOWN resident and reside within the city limits. The letter of interest MUST be submitted to the Clerk/Treasurer at PO Box 103, St. Ignatius, MT by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Any letters of interest submitted after this deadline will not be considered. The letters of interest should include the full name of the person interested, contact information, and any information that he or she would like the Town Council to consider. For more information regarding Duties and Powers of a Council Member, please contact Mary Leishman, Clerk/Treasurer at clerk@ townofstignatius.com. TCC LEAD REGISTERED NURSE CARE MANAGER – TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Preference of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse License from the State of Montana or compact state. Two years’ nursing experience, chronic disease management preferred. Must have at least three years of supervisory experience. Basic Life Support
certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred. Certificate in Care Coordination preferred, required within one (1) year of employment. Salary is $36.09 - $41.49 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 advertisement are available online at www.cskt.org. Closing date is Thursday, January 6, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.(MST). CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. Laundry Aide St Luke Community Healthcare is seeking an energetic full-time Laundry Aide to work at a growing, employee oriented health care facility. Shifts may vary. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, dependable, and possess strong customer service skills. Prefer previous institutional laundry experience. This position comes with benefits after 30 days! Applications available at www.stlukehealthcare.org. For additional information call Human Resources at 406-528-5287. TCC REGISTERED NURSE CARE MANAGER (2 positions – Hot Springs, Elmo) TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license from the State of Montana or compact state. Preference in having one year nursing experience. Basic Life Support certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred. Certification in Care Coordination is preferred, required within one (1) year of employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Salary is $30.40 - $34.94 per hour, plus benefits, may be employed under a contract. To apply, contact the Tribal Person-
nel Office at (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications and full advertisement are available online at www.cskt. org. Closing date is Thursday, January 6, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.(MST). CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. CSKT Early Childhood Services Request for Proposal Snow Plowing FY 2021 - 2022 Early Childhood Services is seeking bids to maintain parking 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 10 building sites located on the reservation that will need these services: 1) Polson Head Start - 301 8th Ave W, Polson, MT 2) Turtle Lake Early - 37181 Turtle Lake Loop, Polson, MT (Currently Closed) 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 Start - 47181 Beaverhead Ln, Ronan, MT 7) Misson Early Head Start - 307 Old Hwy. 93 S, St. Ignatius, MT (Currently Closed) 8) Mission Head Start - 28 Toweepah Ln, St. Ignatius, MT 9) Growing Words Early Head Start - 87 Alexander Ln, St. Ignatius, MT 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/ transportation manager. Proposal requirements: Proposals 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 December 30, 2021. Mailing address: Early Childhood Services - PO Box 1510, St. Ignatius, MT 59865, ATTN: Amanda Dupuis. 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 Rick Clary at 406-7454509. 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 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 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/ see page 22
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limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, age, familial status, physical or mental disability, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD Toll-free at 1-800669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
Vehicles Miscellaneous INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE Auto /Truck Starters and Alternators. 305 units, all
remanufactured and tested for earlier vehicles, prior to 2000. Closing business. Selling off all rebuilt starters and alternators at 55% off retail. If your car or truck in 1997 or older, at this price you can afford to have a spare. Call Jerry at 406-207-4641.
Public Notices Legals Legals Matthew H. O’Neill O’NEILL LAW OFFICE, PLLC 402 First Street East, Suite 201 P.O. Box 699 Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-5444 Facsimile: (406) 883-1585 matt@polsonlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative
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DEEDRA D. McBROOM Personal Representative, Estate of LARESE J. REUM, Deceased.
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LARESE J. REUM, Deceased.
Dec. 15, 22, and 29, 2021 MNAXLP
CAUSE No. DP-21-77 Hon. James A. Manley NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate, and that the address of the Personal Representative is set forth below. All creditors of the decedent having claims against the decedent’s estate must present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice, or be forever barred as creditors of the decedent. A written statement of the claim indicating its basis, the name and address of the claimant, and the amount claimed, may be filed with the Clerk of the 20th Judicial District Court, at 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, Montana 59860, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o O’NEILL LAW OFFICE, Attorneys for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 699, Polson, MT 59860. /s/ DeeDra D. McBroom
John A. Mercer Turnage Mercer & Wall, PLLP Attorneys at Law 312 1st St E Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: 406-883-5367 jmercer@turnagemercerwall.com MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JUDITH LEE MORRIS, Deceased. Cause No.: DP-21-87 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate, and that the address of the Personal Representative is set forth below. All creditors of the decedent having claims against the decedent’s estate must present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice, or be forever
barred as creditors of the decedent. A written statement of the claim indicating its basis, the name and address of the claimant, and the amount claimed, may be filed with the Clerk of the District Court, at Polson, Lake County, Montana, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o TURNAGE MERCER & WALL, PLLP, Attorneys for the Personal Representative, at 312 1st St E, Polson, MT 59860. /s/ Glen Haas Glen Haas Personal Representative Estate of JUDITH LEE MORRIS, Deceased. December 15, 22, and 29, 2021 MNAXLP Tyler G. Moss MOSS LAW PLLC 201 Fourth Ave. East PO Box 1128 Polson, MT 59860 (406) 231-1328 Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY see page 23
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public notices Legal Notices cont’d from pg. 22 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA S. KRANTZ, Deceased. CAUSE No. DP-21-80 Hon. Deborah Kim Christopher NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate, and that the address of the Personal Representative is set forth below. All creditors of the decedent having claims against the decedent’s estate must present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice, or be forever barred as creditors of the decedent. A written statement of the claim indicating its basis, the name and address of the claimant, and the amount claimed, may be filed with the Clerk of the 20th Judicial District Court, at 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, Montana 59860, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o MOSS LAW PLLC, Attorneys for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 1128, Polson, MT 59860. /s/ Linda K. Bowers LINDA K. BOWERS, Personal Representative, Estate of PATRICIA S. KRANTZ, Deceased. Dec. 22, 29, 2021 and Jan. 5, 2022 MNAXLP Montana 20th Judicial District Court, Lake County In the matter of the Name Change of Daniel Edward Mitchke; Daniel Edward Mitchke, Petitioner. Cause No: DV-21-226 Dept. No. 2002 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Daniel Edward Mitchke to Daniel Leon. The hearing will be on Feb. 3, 2022, at 10:00 am. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Dated: December 14, 2021.
Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By Mary Rensvold Deputy Clerk of Court Dec. 29, 2021, Jan. 5, 12, 19, 2022 MNAXLP PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners did November 10, 15, 17, 22, 24 and December 1, 2021, approve claims for payment in the amount of $2,477,385.20 for the period of November 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021. The full and complete claims lists are available for public review in the Courthouse in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. Individual requests for personal copies will be accepted by the Clerk and Recorder, Lake County Courthouse, Polson, MT. Signed this 20th day of December, 2021. BOARD OF LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /s/ William D. Barron, Chairman Dec. 29, 2021 and Jan. 5, 2022 MNAXLP REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS - IRRIGATION WATER MANAGEMENT, REHABILITATION, BETTERMENT AND MODERNIZATION - CHARLO IRRIGATION SERVICE AREA CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES (CSKT) DIVISION OF ENGINEERING AND WATER RESOURCES The CSKT Division of Engineering and Water Resources invites interested consultants to submit a Statement of Qualifications in response to the Request for Qualifications – Irrigation Water Management, Rehabilitation, Betterment and Modernization, Charlo Irrigation Service Area. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) may be obtained from: Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes: Attn: Seth Makepeace, DEWR Team Lead, seth. makepeace@cskt.org, Phone 406676-2600. The Request for Qualifications may also be viewed and downloaded at the following website: http:// nrd.csktribes.org/ water-management/ Charlo Irrigation Service Area Project.
Statements of Qualification must be received at the email address listed in the RFQ no later than 4:00 p.m. (MST), January 20, 2022. This Project will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the CSKT’s Indian Preference Ordinance 101A and Regulations. The selection of the successful consultant and award of this project will be per the provisions of Ordinance 101A and regulations. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the CSKT Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of their Statement of Qualification. Proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your Statement of Qualification in the form of a copy of the Certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised that evidence of your membership or affiliation with a Tribe does not constitute Indian Preference Certification. Contractors must be certified by the Indian Preference Office in order to claim Indian preference. It is the sole responsibility of the submitter to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. Dec. 15, 22, and 29, 2021, and Jan. 5, 2022 MNAXLP PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners Proceedings for the period of August through October, 2021 are available for public review in the Courthouse at the Clerk & Recorders Office. Individual requests for personal copies will be accepted by the Clerk & Recorder at her office in the Lake County Courthouse. William D. Barron, Chairman Dec. 29, 2021 and Jan. 5, 2022 MNAXLP The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on January 25, 2022, at 1:30 pm for the purpose of taking public comment on the resolution listed below. If you would like to submit public comment but are unable to make it to the public hearing, please email your comment to lakecommissioners@lakemt.gov with the subject line of Resolution 21-32 or by mail to: Lake County Commissioners 106 4th Avenue East Polson, MT 59860
Or call 406.883.7204 Resolution 21-32 A Resolution of Intent to Increase Lake County Solid Waste Management District Disposal Fees Whereas, Lake County established a countywide solid waste management district pursuant to the laws and rules of the State of Montana, (2007) MCA, 7-13-203, and, Whereas, (2007) MCA, 7-13-231, grants Lake County the authority to establish suitable disposal fees to defray the cost of maintenance and operation of said district, and, Whereas, Resolution 05-46, Lake County, Montana, provided for separate fees to cover the costs of disposing of certain wastes requiring special handling, and, Whereas, current rates have not increased since 2005, the Board of Directors of the Lake County Solid Waste Management District has recommended increasing fees to cover increased cost of operations due to increased volumes of waste, personnel costs, increased regulatory compliance costs, and the addition of future services, Whereas, the Board of Directors of the Lake County Solid Waste Management District has recommended the following fees for the disposal of the following wastes, 1. Wood Waste Properly separated for disposal at the Class III Landfill a. $15.00 per ton b. $15.00 minimum charge for commercial enterprises c. No charge for the first 100 pounds if self-hauled by homeowner d. Large Stumps and other difficult to handle materials are $40.00 per ton 2. Construction and Demolition Debris properly separated for disposal at the Class IV Landfill a. $10.00 per cubic yard b. $10.00 minimum charge 3. Concrete without rebar and properly separated for disposal at Class III Landfill a. $20.00 per ton 4. Large Animal disposal at the Transfer Station a. $80.00 per ton b. Dogs and cats, $10 per carcass 5. PAYT (Pay as You Throw) - non-assessed waste, etc. disposed of at the Transfer Station
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a. $80.00 per ton b. $10.00 minimum 6. Loads not properly separated for disposal a. $150.00 per ton at Transfer Station or Class III Landfill b. $50.00 per yard at the Class IV Landfill 7. Special Handling of Other Large Waste Volumes a. Fee set by mutual agreement between Lake County and Contractor, Waste Generator, or Waste Hauler The wastes listed above may not be disposed of at Lake County container sites. Disposal fees are due upon disposal, unless billing arrangements are made prior to disposal. All other portions of Resolution 05-46 not cited are unchanged. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that, as per (2007) MCA, 7-13-231/232, unless there is sufficient written opposition submitted to the Lake County Clerk and Recorder, Lake County Courthouse, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860, by January 25, 2022, or expressed in a public hearing at 1:30 pm January 25, 2022, in the Commissioners’ Office, it is the intent of Lake County to increase the Lake County Solid Waste Management District disposal fees effective February 1, 2022. /s/ William D. Barron, Chairman /s/ Steve Stanley, Member /s/ Gale Decker, Member Attest: /s/ Katie Harding, Clerk & Recorder Dec. 29, 2021 and Jan. 5, 2022 MNAXLP LEGAL NOTICE The St. Ignatius Town Council has adopted on first reading a revised and amended City Ordinance 4-2-101 and new City Ordinance 4-10-101. The council will take public comment before taking final action at the January 4, 2022, city council meeting at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall on 12 First Avenue, St. Ignatius. The council anticipates that this change, if adopted on second/final reading on January 4, 2022, will become effective thirty days after final approval/adoption. For more information on the revised and amended
City Ordinance 4-2-101 and new City Ordinance 4-10-101, please contact City Hall at 745-3791. Mary Leishman Clerk-Treasurer Dec. 22 and 29, 2021 MNAXLP Statement of the nature of the case: This matter is a claim for possession of a rental premises and damages against the defendant. The possession issue was resolved by stipulation, and plaintiff now seeks damages from defendant William Thompson. Defendant must respond to the motion within 14 days, after which the court may grant the motion to withdraw. Megan L. Dishong Montana Legal Services Association 1535 Liberty Lane, Suite 110D Missoula, MT 59808 Telephone: (406)543-8343 Email: mdishong@mtlsa.org Attorney for Defendant MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT LAKE COUNTY JUDY McGUIRE-VOLLIN, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM THOMPSON and JOHN DOES 1-5, Defendants. Case No: DV-20-190 MOTION FOR LEAVE TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL Counsel for Defendant William Thompson moves for leave to withdraw as counsel of record. Counsel has determined that she must withdraw at this time, under the terms of the parties’ retainer agreement. Counsel requests that future filings in this matter be directed to Defendant at his last known mailing address: William D. Thompson 29521 Rocky Point Road Polson, MT 59860 A proposed order is attached. DATED this 29th day of January, 2021. /s/ Megan L. Dishong Megan L. Dishong Attorney for Defendant William Thompson December 15, 22 and 29, 2021 MNAXLP December 29, 2021 - 23
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL - SPEECH PATHOLOGIST (PART-TIME) The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) Early Childhood Services
The CSKT Early Childhood Services Department is requesting bids for speech/language services for the period of January 2022 to September 30, 2024. Scope of work: CSKT Early Childhood Services has an enrollment of about 270+ children ranging from 0 to 5 years of age. Children are screened at least 2 times per school year. In some cases it is recommended that speech/language services may be needed. Head Start/ Early Head Start locations 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, 1 center in Arlee and the potential of home-based services for children 0-5 not enrolled in the program. The Speech Pathologist will be coordinating with the ECS Special Services Coordinator on referrals for children to receive services. An evaluation will be done by the Speech Pathologist and recommended services will be discussed with the Special Services Coordinator. Once services are started the Speech Pathologist will need to keep case notes on the children they provide services to and keep the Special Services Coordinator updated weekly. In some cases consultation may be requested by parents and/or Early Childhood Services staff on an as needed basis. It is required that the Speech Pathologist be a provider for Medicaid. The Speech Pathologist will be responsible for billing Medicaid for the eligible children that receive services. Early Childhood Services will only cover costs for the children who are not on Medicaid. It is required that the Pathologist spend at least 80% of his/her time on direct therapy with the child(ren); 15% of his/her time on documentation; and 5% of time on staffing/parent consulting. It is the Speech Pathologist’s responsibility to provide own training (CEUs) and licensing requirements. ECS will pay mileage from the ECS administrative building to various sites at the federal mileage rate. Specific assessment materials will be provided by ECS. The Speech/Language services will be needed for variable hours, but will not exceed 20 hrs per week.
Early Childhood Services operates from 8 am – 4:30 pm – Monday- Friday. Children are in the centers 8:30 am – 3:00 pm – Monday – Thursday, Proposal requirements: Proposals must include
1.) Professional license in the area of Speech/language 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 up to 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. All proposals are negotiable between Early Childhood Services and the contractor.
Proposals must be received by 4:30 on Thursday January 6, 2022. Mailing address: Early Childhood Services - PO Box 1510- 35401 Mission Drive- St. Ignatius, MT 59865, ATTN: ATTN: Speech Pathologist RFP. 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 Jody Jones at ext. 5520.
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 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 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.
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