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Town of

Nespelem

NOTICE OF

PRELIMINARY

BUDGET

HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The Town of Nespelem will hold the 2023 Preliminary Budget Public Hearing at Town Hall, 330 9th, Nespelem, WA 99155, November 9th, 2022 at 5:00 pm. Copies of the 2022 preliminary budget are available at Town Hall during business hours. All interested person will be give the opportunity to provide written or oral comments.

Town Hall is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving 24-hour advance notice. Contact Morgan Allen at 509-634-4691 or email clerk@townofnespelem.com.

(Publish November 2 & 9, 2022)

City of

Coulee Dam

Public Notice

ORDINANCE

ADOPTED BY THE TOWN OF

COULEE DAM

Ordinance 803 – setting salaries and wages for officers and employees of the town for the calendar year 2023 and repealing ordinance No. 798.

Ordinance 804 – amending the 2022 budget as adopted in ordinance No. 800 and amended in ordinance No. 802.

Full and complete copy of the above ordinances are available by contacting City Hall during normal business hours.

Stefani Bowden, Clerk Treasurer

(Publish November 2, 2022)

City of Electric City

NOTICE OF APPLICATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kevin Bowen of Electric City has submitted an application for approval of three lot short plat of parcel #010263001 located at 221 Lincoln Ave. The project will be served by City water and sewer with access for Lot 1 from Lincoln, Lot 2 from Jackson and Lot 3 from either Lincoln or Jackson.

Persons wishing to view project information may contact Electric City City Hall, 10 Western Avenue, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Written comments must be submitted to the City of Electric City, P.O. Box 130, Electric City, WA 98123, no later than 4:00 PM, November 11, 2022. For further information contact Peggy Nevsimal at (509) 633-1510.

(Publish November 2, 2022)

Town of Nespelem

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Town of Nespelem in Town Hall, 330 9th, Nespelem, WA 99155, November 9th at 5:00 pm.

The Town of Nespelem puts their 1971 Case tractor backhoe serial number 5341475 out for bid. Bids will be accepted at Town Hall until November 8th, 2022.

The Town Hall is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving 24-hour advance notice. Contact Morgan Allen at 509-634-4691 at Town Hall.

(Publish November 2 & 9, 2022)

Request for Qualifications

to Provide Consulting Services for Design and Construction

Observation Services of

Grand Coulee Dam

Airport Improvements

The Grand Coulee Dam Airport is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from firms interested in providing consulting engineering services for the design and construction observation of improvements at the Grand Coulee Dam Airport. It is anticipated that these improvements would take place over a five year period. The improvements include, but are not limited to the following:

Installation of PAPIs

Installation of REILS

Installation of aviation fuel facility.

Obstruction Removal

A more detailed description of the work may be obtained from Debbie Bigelow via mail or U.S. mail.

Email: portdistrict7@gmail.com

U.S. Mail: Grant County Port District #7

ATTN: Debbie Bigelow

Post Office Box 616

Grand Coulee, WA 99133

The scope of work for the desired consulting services includes design engineering, project management, management of supporting programs (including, but not limited to the DBE Program), and construction management as well as all portions of Federal airport grant process from project pre-application through project closeout.

Selection criteria contained in the Federal Aviation Administration Advisory Circular 150/5100-14, as amended, will be applied in the following order of importance:

Recent experience and knowledge in airport projects comparable to the proposed projects.

Key personnel’s professional background and relevant experience, which shall include demonstrated abilities to perform all aspects of the project such as financial and technical analysis, civil design, and mechanical and electrical engineering.

Demonstrated ability to execute schedules and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to complete projects within the established budget.

Capability to furnish qualified inspectors with FAA Airport Improvement Program project experience for construction inspections.

The selection of the successful firm will be based upon:

Evaluation of the experience and qualifications of those firms submitting statements under this announcement.

Personal interviews and/or telephone interviews may be held at the discretion of the Grant County Port District #7.

Any contacts awarded under this request for qualifications are expected to be funded in part by United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants. The proposed contract will be under and subject to Executive Order 11246 of 24 September 1965, as amended (Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Opportunity).

Statements of Qualifications must be submitted in a sealed envelope, five copies of each, and marked: Grand Coulee Dam Airport Improvements, Qualifications for Consulting Engineering Services. Said Statements of Qualifications must be sent to the Grant County Port District U.S. mail address:

Grant County Port District No. 7

ATTN: Debbie Bigelow

Post Office Box 616

Grand Coulee, WA 99133

The sealed copies must be received by 1400 hours on 16 November 2022 to be considered.

(Publish October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 2022)

Public Notice

Town of Coulee Dam

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Coulee Dam will hold a 2023 Preliminary Budget Hearing on Monday, November 14, 2022, 5:15 p.m. at Town Hall. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to provide either written or oral comments concerning the 2023 Budget at said Hearing.

Stefani Bowden, Clerk/Treasurer

(Publish October 26 and November 2, 2022)

Town of Coulee Dam

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

2023 Revenue Source/

Ad Valorem Hearing

To the Citizens of the Town of Coulee Dam, notice is hereby given that the Town of Coulee Dam will hold a Public Hearing on the Revenue Source/Ad Valorem Tax for the Budget year 2023 on November 14, 2022, 5:15pm at Town Hall. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to provide written or oral comments on Revenue Sources and possible increases in property tax revenues at said hearing.

Stefani Bowden Clerk-Treasurer

(Publish October 26 and November 2, 2022)

Town of Coulee Dam

6th Street Improvements Project

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Town of Coulee Dam Clerk until 11:01 AM on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at which time bids will be opened and publicly read aloud.

Bid proposals may be sent by mail, or hand delivered, to the Town Clerk at the Town of Coulee Dam, Town Hall, 300 Lincoln Avenue, Coulee Dam, WA 9935, prior to the opening. The envelope shall be plainly marked with “SEALED BID for the Town of Coulee Dam – 6th Street Improvements Project” and shall clearly indicate the name and address of the bidder. The bid opening will take place at the Town of Coulee Dam, Town Hall, 300 Lincoln Avenue, Coulee Dam, WA 99116. Proposals received after the time fixed for opening will not be considered.

Brief Description of Work:

The project consists of improvements to 6th Street from Aspen Street to Central Drive. Work includes approximately 5,330 square yards of full depth reclamation with cement treated base, 180 cubic yards of roadway excavation, 846 tons of asphalt paving, retrofitting 24 ADA ramps, 284 linear feet of concrete curb, 1,292 linear feet of concrete curb and gutter, 852 linear feet of reinforced concrete valley gutter, storm drainage improvements, pavement markings, erosion and sediment control, traffic control and other miscellaneous work.

Estimated Cost of Project: $600,000 - $635,000

Bids must be completed on a lump sum and unit price basis as indicated on the BID PROPOSAL, and the total price shall be used for comparison of bids. The owner reserves the right to waive any informalities, minor defects, or to reject any or all bids.

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

Availability of Bidding Documents:

Contract bid documents may be examined at the following locations:

1) Town of Coulee Dam, 300 Lincoln Avenue, Coulee Dam, WA 99116 (509) 633-0320

2) TD&H Engineering, 303 E. 2nd Avenue, Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 622-2888

3) Spokane Regional Plan Center 209 N. Havana Spokane, WA 99202

(509) 328-9600

4) Inland Northwest AGC, 4935 E. Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99212

(509) 535-0391

5) Associated Builders & Contractors, 1760 E. Trent,

Spokane,WA 99202 (509) 534-0826

6) Tri-City Construction Council, 20 East Kennewick Ave,

Kennewick, WA 99336 (509) 582-7424

7) Builders Exchange of Washington, 2607 Wetmore Ave,

Everett, WA 98201 (425) 258-1303

Contract documents are available at http://www.TDHplanroom.com and can be viewed and/or purchased online. All addenda will be issued through email. Bidders who order online are automatically placed on the Planholders’ List and will receive automatic e-mail notification of addenda. The Planholders’ List is available at this website. Contact TD&H Engineering if you wish to be added to the Planholders’ List.

The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents: TD&H Engineering. Prospective bidders shall make all requests for clarifications to Marissa Siemens, TD&H Engineering in writing at the above address or to marissa.siemens@tdhengineering.com. No verbal clarifications will be made.

All work performed on this project will be subject to the state prevailing wage rates.

TERO requirements apply. All contractors and subcontractors are required to obtain a Colville Tribal Contractor’s License. Call Colville Tribes TERO office at (509) 634-2716 for TERO compliance and license information.

The Town of Coulee Dam is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Small, Minority- and Women-owned firms are encouraged to submit bids.

(Publish November 2 and 9, 2022)

Grant County Fire District #14

NOTICE OF BUDGET and REGULAR MEETING

Grant County Fire District #14 will hold its Budget meeting and regular monthly meeting Monday, November 14, 2022, at 6:00 pm at the Electric City Fire Station.

(Publish November 2 a

Town of Coulee Dam

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

2023 Revenue Source/Ad Valorem Hearing

To the Citizens of the Town of Coulee Dam, notice is hereby given that the Town of Coulee Dam will hold a Public Hearing on the Revenue Source/Ad Valorem Tax for the Budget year 2023 on November 14, 2022, 5:15pm at Town Hall. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to provide written or oral comments on Revenue Sources and possible increases in property tax revenues at said hearing.

Stefani Bowden Clerk-Treasurer

(Publish October 26 and November 2, 2022)

GCD School District

CALL FOR BIDS

The Grand Coulee Dam School District hereby calls for bids for the following items:

Wrestling Matts in fair condition

14’ Wide X 40’ Long—42 Square

30’ Competition Circle

(other side has practice circles)

Bids can be sent to:

Grand Coulee Dam SD,

110 Stevens Ave., Coulee Dam, WA 99116.

• Please state “bids” on the envelope

• Bids will be opened on November 9th at 3:00 p.m.

For more information contact Nancy Kuiper at nkuiper@gcdsd.org - 633-1442 or Paul Turner at pturner@gcdsd.org - 633-2143.

(Publish November 2, 2022)

GCD School District

CALL FOR BIDS

The Grand Coulee Dam School District hereby calls for bids for the following items:

Item Condition

Make: Blue Bird Bus 08-2 In-operable, needs new engine,

Year: 2009 ` body and interior are in fair condition

Make: Blue Bird Bus 1-09 In-operable, needs new engine,

Year: 2010 ` body and interior are in fair condition

Bids can be sent to:

Grand Coulee Dam SD,

110 Stevens Ave., Coulee Dam, WA 99116.

• Please state “bids” on the envelope

• Bids will be opened on November 9th at 3:00 p.m.

For more information contact Paul Turner at pturner@gcdsd.org - 633-2143 or Brent Jordan, Transportation Supervisor at brjordan@gcdsd.org