One Nation, Under God
One Nation, Under God
Notice of Public Hearing
The Phillips County Compensation Board PUBLIC HEARING and MEETING will be held Monday, December 20th at 1:30 p.m. in the office of the Phillips County Commissioners at the Phillips County Courthouse, 314 S 2nd Ave W, Malta MT 59538.
(Published by Phillips County News 12/8, 12/15/2021) MNAXLP
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INVITATION TO BID
Separate sealed bids for construction of the Frenchman Dam Operating Gate Replacement Project will be received by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) at the Fred Buck Conference Room of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, 1424 9th Avenue, Helena, Montana, 59620-1601, Attention: Sean West, P.E. until 3:00 PM local time on January 5, 2022, and then publicly opened and read aloud. All interested parties are invited to attend the bid opening.
The project consists of replacement of the operating gate in the gate tower of Frenchman Dam. The work generally includes removal and replacement of the existing gate, mechanical lift, stem, stem guides and brackets; and conduit repairs. The project is located approximately 15 miles north of Saco, Montana near Mogan Road. The project is owned by the DNRC and operated by the Frenchman Water User’s Association.
Bids shall be on lump-sum and unit price bases, and the award will be based on the lowest total Base Bid Price of the lowest, responsive, responsible, and qualified BIDDER as determined by DNRC. One contract will be awarded for the Work. Bidders shall bid on all base bid items in the Bid Schedule and all alternate bid items.
Construction is anticipated to begin on or around October 1, 2022. The Project shall obtain final substantial completion by December 31, 2022.
The Montana DNRC will hold an onsite Pre-Bid Conference starting at 11:00 AM local time on December 15, 2021 at the Frenchman Reservoir Dam, Mogan Rd, Saco, Montana, 59261. Bidders planning to attend are asked to RSVP at least one week in advance. In the event of weather conditions that make the site or the conduit inaccessible, a virtual Pre-Bid Conference will be held.
The Contract Documents consisting of Drawings and Project Manual may be viewed or obtained by either electronic documents on-line through eMACS, or a hard copy at the DNRC office located at 1424 9th Ave., Helena, Montana on request.
1. Electronic Transfer - Complete electronic Project Plans, Project Specifications, and Bid Proposal Packet are available at the eMACS, website https://spb.mt.gov/eMACS-Resources,by clicking on the “State Bids & Proposals” tab. Project information can be found by typing “Department of Natural Resources and Conservation” into the Work Group Filter, then selecting the appropriate project from the list. EMACS registration can be completed at http://vendorportal.mt.gov. For registration assistance please contact General Assistance at 406-444-2575 or at [email protected].
2. Hard Copy. A hard copy set of project documents may be obtained from the DNRC office located at 1424 9th Ave., Helena, Montana on request.
Contractors and any of the Contractor’s subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling 1-406-444-7734 or visiting their website at https://erd.dli.mt.gov/work-comp-regulations/montana-contractor/. The DNRC cannot execute a contract for construction with a contractor who is not registered and may award the contract to the next responsive bidder if registration is not completed in a timely manner.
All laborers and mechanics employed by Contractor or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by the laws of the state of Montana. The Contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Bid Security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bids not accompanied by said Bid Security will be rejected. Successful Bidders shall furnish an approved Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount. Insurance as required shall be provided by the successful Bidder(s) and a certificate(s) of that insurance shall be provided.
The right is reserved to reject any or all proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period of not to exceed sixty (60) days, and to accept the lowest responsive, responsible and qualified Bidder which is in the best interest of the DNRC.
The Contractor is required to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(Published by Phillips County News 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/2021) MNAXLP
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EDWARD A. AMESTOY,
Cole, Amestoy & O’Brien, PLLP
113 South 2nd Street West
P.O. Box 1280
Malta, Montana 59538
Phone: (406) 654-2541
Attorney for Personal Representative
Montana 17th Judicial District Court, Phillips County
IN RE THE ESTATE OF Probate No. DP-2021-21
DEBORAH DYRDAHL NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Deceased
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed Personal Representatives of the above named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred.
Claims must be mailed, return receipt requested, to: James L. Halter, Personal Representatives, c/o Cole, Amestoy & O'Brien, PLLP, P.O. Box 1280, 113 South 2nd Street West, Malta, Montana 59538, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.
DATED this 18th day of November, 2021.
James L. Halter,
Personal Representative
(Published by Phillips County News 12/1, 12/8, 12/15/2021) MNAXLP
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Malta & Dodson Irrigation District Elections
The regular election of the Malta and Dodson Irrigation Districts will be held on May 3, 2022. Filing for these positions opens December 9, 2021.
The term of Commissioner for the Second District of the Malta Irrigation District for the term of three years whose term expires in 2022, as per statue #85-7-1702.
The term of Commissioner for the Second District of the Dodson Irrigation District for the term of three years whose term expires in 2022, as per statue #85-7-1702.
Anyone wishing to have their name on the ballot needs to file a petition with the Election Administrator for the Deputy Election Administrator of the Irrigation Districts on or before February 7th, 2022.
Any information can be picked up at the Malta Irrigation District, 509 S. 3rd St. E., Malta, MT 59538 or call (406) 654-1440 for more information.
(Published by Phillips County News 12/8, 12/15/2021) MNAXLP
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NOTICE TO BUSINESSES AND CONSUMERS RESIDING IN THE AREA SERVED BY TRIANGLE COMMUNICATIONS
Triangle Communications has been designated by the Montana Public Service Commission as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier in its service area for universal service purposes. The goal of universal service is to provide all citizens access to essential telecommunications services.
Triangle Communications provides the supported services – voice telephony service and broadband Internet access service – throughout its designated service area at reasonable rates within Central Montana.
Single-party residence and business service are provided at rates which range from $18.00 to $28.00 per month for unlimited local service not including the extended area of service, taxes or fees. This includes access to: Voice grade access to the public switched network, Local Usage, Single Party Service or its equivalent, Long Distance Carriers, Emergency Services, Operator Services, Directory Assistance, Telecommunications Relay Services, Toll Blocking, etc. Use of these services may result in added charges.
Broadband Internet access service is provided at rates which start at $39.00 per month for residential customers and $39.00 per month for business customers. This supported service includes the capability to send data to and receive data from the Internet, but excludes dial-up service.
Triangle Communications would be pleased to provide you with specific rates for voice and broadband for your area upon request.
In addition, Triangle Communications provides one copy of its annual local directory without charge. Touch-tone service is available at no additional charge.
More information about the noted programs above, specific rates and other services offered by Triangle Communications can be obtained by calling 1-800-332-1201 or by visiting 2121 Highway 2 NW in Havre, Montana.
(Published by Phillips County News 12/8/2021) MNAXLP
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EDWARD A. AMESTOY,
Cole, Amestoy & O’Brien, PLLP
113 South 2nd Street West
P.O. Box 1280
Malta, Montana 59538
Phone: (406) 654-2541
Attorney for Personal Representative
Montana 17th Judicial District Court, Phillips County
IN RE THE ESTATE OF Probate No. DP-2021-22
JASON JOHN BEDNARCZYK, NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Deceased
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred.
Claims must be mailed, return receipt requested, to: Rosemary Bednarczyk, Personal Representative, c/o Cole, Amestoy & O'Brien, PLLP, P.O. Box 1280, 113 South 2nd Street West, Malta, Montana 59538, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.
DATED this 29th day of November, 2021.
Rosemary Bednarczyk,
Personal Representative
(Published by Phillips County News 12/8, 12/15, 12/22/2021) MNAXLP
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Triangle Communications and Hill County Electric Statement of Non-Discrimination
Triangle and HCE are the recipient of Federal financial assistance from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected].
Triangle and HCE are equal opportunity providers and employers.
(Published by Phillips County News 12/8/2021) MNAXLP
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