Legals for August, 28 2025

MONTANA 20TH JUDICIAL COURT LAKE COUNTY Cause No: DV-25-169 Dept No. 2002 NOTICE OF HEARING ON THE NAME OF A MINOR CHILD In the Matter of the Name Change of Iliamna Oryx Reynolds, Kristina Briney, Petitioner This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court to change a child’s name from Iliamna Oryx Reynolds to Iliamna Oryx Briney. The hearing will be on 9/4/2025 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Dated July 16, 2025. Clerk of Court Mary Rensvold Clerk of the District Court. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2025. MNAXLP  __________________________

Montana Twentieth Judicial District Court, Lake County. Cause No. DV-25-175 Dept. No. 2002. In the matter of the name change of Bridget Goplen (now) Bridget Goplen (petitioner) This is the notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from (your name now) Bridget Rena Goplen to (name you want) Bridget Rena Adams.  The hearing will be on 9/04/2025 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Dated 7/23/25 Mary Rensvold Clerk of District Court. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 14, 21 & 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA  NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING     THE BOARD OF LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HAS COMPLETED ITS PRELIMINARY BUDGET FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026.      The budget has been placed on file and is open to inspection in the office of the Lake County Clerk and Recorder/Finance Department September 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2025.  Any taxpayer or resident of Lake County may appear and be heard for or against any part of the proposed budget.  The Board of Lake County Commissioners will meet on the 4th day of September 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Commissioner’s office to approve the final budget and make appropriations.      Tara Barry  Lake County Finance Department  106 4th Ave E  Polson MT  59860  406-883-7327   PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 14, 21 & 28, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

Montana 20th Judicial District Court, Lake County. Cause No. DV-25-186 Dept. No. 2002  In the Matter of the Name Change of Tifanni Amber Elaine Watkins (your name now) Tifanni Amber Elaine Watkins (Petitioner) This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from (your name now) Tifanni Amber Elaine Watkins to (name you want) Tifanni Amber Elaine Howard. The hearing will be on 9/25/2025 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date: 8/8/2025 Mary Rensvold Clerk of District Court. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 14, 21, 28 and SEPTEMBER  4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

N THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA  Cause No: 25-0153-P NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM B MICHEL, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITOS Estate of William B Michel, Deceased Casuse No: 25-0153-P Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Beverly Michel has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-names estate. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present their claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after the date of the first publication or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, and/or to the Clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribal Court, PO Box 278, Pablo, Montana 59855. DATED this 28th day of July, 2025. Beverly Michel 1008 5th St W. Polson, Montana 59860. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 14 , 21 & 28 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE  To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on December 11, 2025, at 11:00 AM on the front steps of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT, the following described real property situated in Lake County, State of Montana: A portion of the SW1/4 SW1/4 of Section 28, Township 22 North, Range 19 West, P.M.M., Lake County, Montana, further shown and described as being Tract 1, on Certificate of Survey No. 4018 of Lake County, Montana.  More commonly known as 32907 Red Barn Ln, Polson, MT 59860-7392. Herma Urbanek, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Allegiant Reverse Services LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on January 14, 2025, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lake County, State of Montana, on March 27, 2025 as Instrument No. 630915, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: Longbridge Financial LLC, its successors and assigns  Assignment Dated: April 18, 2025 Assignment Recorded: April 25, 2025 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 631346 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lake County, Montana Jason J. Henderson is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, State of Montana, on July 17, 2025 as Instrument No. 632800, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to the Grantor(s) being deceased. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable.  The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $192,248.39, interest in the sum of $7,767.70, escrow advances of $17,561.23, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $150.00 for a total amount owing of $217,727.32, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced.  The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantor.  If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust.  Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale.  The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks).  The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed, without any representation or warranty, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards.  The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee’s Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee’s and attorney’s fees.  In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason.  In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.  Dated this 30th day of July, 2025. Jason J. Henderson Substitute Trustee 38 2nd Avenue East Dickinson, ND 58601 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. MT23065   PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21 ,28 & SEPTEMBER 4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO MONTANA Cause No: 25-0172-P NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION IN THE MATTER OF JEANNINE MARIE PADILLA, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jeannine Padilla, Deceased. Cause No: 25-0172-P Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Jeremiah Kelly has been appointed Personal Representative of the above named estate. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present their claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after the date of the first publication or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, and/or to the Clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court, PO Box 278, Pablo Montana 59855. DATED this 5 of August, 2025. Jeremiah Kelly 33501 Terrace Lake Road Ronan, MT 59864. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 & SEPTEMBER  4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

Section 00100 – Invitation to Bid Page 1 of 2 SECTION 00100 INVITATION TO BID Separate sealed bids for construction of the Lake County Landfill Entrance Facility Improvements and Transfer Station Repairs will be received by Lake County d/b/a Lake County Solid Waste District at the Lake County Courthouse in the Commissioners Conference Room at 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, MT 59860 until 10:00 a.m. local time on September 4, 2025, and then publicly opened and read aloud. The project consists of earthwork and the installation of two 80-foot concrete deck weighing scales and scale foundations at the Lake County Landfill. This project will also include furnishing and installing a new 14-foot by 20-foot premanufactured scale house with appurtenances, signage, guardrail, and luminaires, The project also includes the removal and replacement of a portion of the transfer station concrete tipping floor. Digital copies of the Bidding Documents are available at www.greatwesteng.com or www.questcdn.com for a fee of $25. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the “Current Projects Bidding” tab. The contract documents, consisting of half size Drawings and Project Manual, may be examined or obtained at the office of Great West Engineering, located at 2501 Belt View Drive, Helena, MT, 59601 phone 406-449-8627 in accordance with Article 2.1 of Instructions to Bidders. Required fee of $50 per set, which is not refundable. In addition, the Drawings and Project Manual may also be examined at the following locations: Flathead Valley Plans Exchange Great Falls Builders Exchange Bozeman Plan Exchange Helena Copy Center Butte Builders Exchange Missoula Plans Exchange Prospective Bidders are urged to register with the designated website as a plan holder, even if Bidding Documents are obtained from a plan room or source other than the designated website in either electronic or paper format. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Neither the Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addendum if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website. There will be a Pre-Bid Conference at the office of Lake County Solid Waste at 36117 N. Reservoir Road, Polson, MT at 2:00 p.m. on August 21, 2025. Interested Contractors are encouraged to attend. Contractor and any of the Contractor’s Subcontractors bidding or doing work on this project will be required to be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, PO Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena MT 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling (406) 444-7734. All laborers and mechanics employed by Contractor or Subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as required by Montana Prevailing Wage Rates. The Contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Each bid or proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or Bid Bond payable to Lake County, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid. Successful Section 00100 – Invitation to Bid Page 2 of 2 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. This project is funded in part or in whole with loan funding from the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA/RD). Award of the project will be contingent upon receiving funding and award concurrence from RD. Bids may only be withdrawn as provided in Section 16.02 of the Instructions to Bidders after the scheduled time for the public opening of bids. The right is reserved to reject any or all proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days, and to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid that is in the best interest of the Owner. All questions about the meaning or intent of the Contract Documents are to be submitted in writing to and must be received by Great West Engineering no later than 4:00 p.m. local time on August 29, 2025. Questions received after this date will not be answered. Oral questions will only be accepted at the PreBid conference. Written comments may be submitted to Travis Craig of Great West Engineering by mail at: 2501 Belt View Drive, Helena, MT 59601 or email at: [email protected]. Interpretations or clarifications considered necessary by Engineer in response to such questions will be issued by Addenda delivered to all parties recorded as having received the Bidding Documents. Only questions answered by Addenda will be binding. Oral and other interpretations or clarifications will be without legal effect. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Build America, Buy America Act Domestic Preference This project is subject to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) requirements under Title IX of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Pub. L. 117-58, §§ 70901-70953. Absent an approved waiver, all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in this project must be produced in the United States.’ The following waivers apply to this Contract: o BABAA De Minimis, o Small Grants o Minor Components, Published at Polson, Montana, this 21st day of August, 2025. Published at Polson, Montana, this 28th day of August, 2025. Kendra Steele Clerk and Recorder (Title) 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, MT 59860 (PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21 & 28, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT  LAKE COUNTY  IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF    STEPHEN EDWARD JONES                            Deceased.     PROBATE NO. DP-25-48   NOTICE TO CREDITORS    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate, and 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 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 20th Judicial District Court, at 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, Montana, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o Moderie Law Firm, PLLC, attorney for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 1180, Polson, MT 59860. /s/ Cecelia C. Jones CECELIA C. JONES Personal Representative \Estate of Stephen Edward Jones, Deceased PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE  To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on October 20, 2025, at 11:00 AM on the front steps of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT, the following described real property situated in Lake County, State of Montana: Lot 7 of Weber Addition to Polson, Lake County, Montana, according to the map or plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, Montana. More commonly known as 2 Weber Ave, Polson, MT 59860.  Jami Rae Borders and Justin Cooper Borders, as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Fidelity Title Agency of Lake County, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Mann Mortgage LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on November 28, 2022, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lake County, State of Montana, on November 28, 2022 as Instrument No. 602339, of Official Records.  The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows:   Assignee: Guild Mortgage Company LLC Assignment Dated: May 8, 2025 Assignment Recorded: May 13, 2025  Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 631612  All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lake County, Montana  Jason J. Henderson is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, State of Montana, on May 27, 2025 as Instrument No. 631819, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to the Grantor(s) failure to make monthly payments beginning November 1, 2024, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable.  The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $405,846.41, interest in the sum of $17,962.65, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $6,549.83 for a total amount owing of $430,358.89, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantor.  If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust.  Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale.  The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks).  The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed, without any representation or warranty, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards.  The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee’s Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee’s and attorney’s fees.  In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason.  In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 17th day of June, 2025. Jason J. Henderson Substitute Trustee 38 2nd Avenue East Dickinson, ND 58601 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. MT22806   PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21,28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

TAX APPEAL BOARD: The Lake County Commissioners are seeking citizen volunteers to serve three-year terms on the Lake County Tax Appeal Board. The Board of Commissioners will accept letters of interest to serve on this board through September 22, 2025The applicant must be a resident of Lake County. PARK BOARD The Lake County Commissioners are seeking citizen volunteers to serve three-year terms on the Lake County Park Board. The Board of Commissioners will accept letters of interest to serve on this board through September 22, 2025. The applicant must be a resident of Lake County. Letters should be addressed to the Lake County Commissioners, 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, Montana 59860. For further information, contact the Commissioners at 883-7204 or [email protected]. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO MONTANA Cause No: 25-0182-P IN THE AMATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Richard Lozeau Sr, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Richard Lozeau Sr, Deceased Cause 25-0182-P Notice is hereby that the undersigned, Vanessa Bisson has been appointed Personal Representative of the above names estate. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present their claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after the date of the first publication or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative return receipt requested and or to the clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court PO Box 278, Pablo Montana 59855. DATED this 18 of August 2025. Vanessa Bisson 2570 Clark Fork Lane Apt. 107 Missoula MT 59808. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT  REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)  Appraisal Services    The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Appraisal Services.  Bids are due by September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 pm.  This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract.  If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1049.  A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid.  If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding.    SCOPE OF WORK  Appraisal services is to provide an unbiased professional opinion to determine the fair market value of any real property interest and to conduct an analysis or consulting assignment to real property decisions based on current market conditions. Appraisals that conforms to the USPAP Standards and the Federal Land Acquisition (Yellow Book) Standards.    THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet.   Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. 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 to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045.    TIMEFRAME  The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed.  Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date.    BID SUBMITTAL  All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2025 Appraisal” on the outside of the envelope.  The deadline for bid acceptance will be September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid.  A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification   A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions.  Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance    PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 11 & 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT  REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)  PHASE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS    The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Phase 1 Environmental assessments.  Bids are due by September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 pm.  This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract.  If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1049.  A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid.  If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding.    SCOPE OF WORK  An environmental site assessment is a report prepared for a real estate holding that identifies potential or existing environmental contamination liabilities that addresses both the underlying land as well as physical improvements to the property by visual observations, historical use reviews and regulatory records.     THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet.   Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. 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 to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045.    TIMEFRAME  The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed.  Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date.    BID SUBMITTAL  All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2025 Phase 1” on the outside of the envelope.  The deadline for bid acceptance will be September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid.  A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification   A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions.  Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance   PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 11 & 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT  REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)  Surveying Services    The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Surveying Services.  Bids are due by September 18, 2025 at 4:30 pm.  This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract.  If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1049.  A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid.  If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding.    SCOPE OF WORK  A land survey is used to locate, describe, and map out the boundaries of a piece of land. It also includes of the dimensions of the parcel, as well as any physical features, both natural and manufactured (buildings and other improvements).    THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet.   Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. 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 to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045.    TIMEFRAME  The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed.  Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date.    BID SUBMITTAL  All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2025 Survey” on the outside of the envelope.  The deadline for bid acceptance will be September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid.  A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification   A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions.  Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance    PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 11 & 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

CS&KT TRIBAL LANDS DEPARTMENT  REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)  TITLE INSURANCE & RESEARCH    The Tribal Lands Department is soliciting bids to perform Title Insurance & Research.  Bids are due by September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 pm.  This notice is furnished to acquaint bidders with some of the requirements of the proposed contract.  If bidders wish to submit a bid proposal or have questions, please call DesiRae Nault at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1049.  A bidder must be prepared to assume full responsibility for the success of the operation under the terms of the contract at the prices bid.  If the wording of this notice disagrees with the contract, the contract is final and binding.    SCOPE OF WORK  The policy and research is meant to insure against financial loss or damage occurring from title defects: covering all but not limited to the common claims filed against a title including outstanding taxes or liens, encumbrances, or defects in a property’s title or actual ownership during a land acquisition transaction.    THIS IS A SEALED BID AND A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE BID, however, bidding is not limited to only tribal members. Tribal members claiming Indian Preference must include an Indian Preference Certificate in the bid packet.   Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. In order to claim Indian Preference, proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised, evidence of your membership or affiliation with a tribe does not constitute Indian Preference certification. 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 to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. For more information on Indian Preference certification, contact Melinda Charlo, (406) 675-2700 ext. 1045.    TIMEFRAME  The Contractor shall begin work as soon as practicable after receiving the approved contract and notice to proceed.  Reports shall be completed by the contract expiration date.    BID SUBMITTAL  All bids must be addressed and mailed or drop off to Tribal Lands Department, PO Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855; bid opening will be located at the Tribal Lands Office (Conference Room). All Bids must be labeled on the outside as “Bid for 2025 Title Insurance” on the outside of the envelope.  The deadline for bid acceptance will be September 18th, 2025 at 4:30 PM. At which no other bids will be accepted and bid opening will commence. Bidders need not be present at the bid opening to be awarded the contract. The contract award shall be based on the best value expected from a bidder capable of completing the work on all planting blocks. The successful bidder is required to submit, failing to have following criteria will result in an unsuccessful bid.  A completed Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification   A Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Lower Tier Covered Transactions.  Certificate(s) of Insurance for workers’ compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance   PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 11 & 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF Cause No. DR-25-74 Dept. No. 2 MICHELLE L. DILSAVER, Petitioner, SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION and GREGORY C. DILSAVER, Respondent. STATE OF MONTANA SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED 16 RESPONDENT, GREGORY C. DILSAVER: YOU, THE RESPONDENT, ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Petition in this action, which is filed with the Clerk of this Court, and to file your answer and serve a copy thereof upon the Petitioner’s attorney within twenty-one (21) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Petition. This action is brought to obtain a Decree of Dissolution of Marriage between the above named parties. Witness my hand on August 14, 2025. Clerk of District Court. PUBLISHED IN LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 21, 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT  LAKE COUNTY    IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAUSE NO.  DP-25-51  JOSEPH J. HALVERSON, DECEASED DEPT. NO.  2002      NOTICE TO CREDITORS      NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate.  All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.  Claims must either be mailed to Deborah A. Robertson, Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at 2687 Palmer Street, Ste. D, Missoula, MT 59808, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.  I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct.   DATED this 11th day of August, 2025.  Deborah A. Robertson, Personal Representative  MONTANA ELDER LAW, INC.  Makenzi Mansfield,  Attorney for Personal Representative  PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 11 2025. MNAXLP __________________________ ___

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY     In The Matter of The Estate of:    Mary Gibbons,    Deceased.      Cause No. DP-25-49    NOTICE TO CREDITORS      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 either mailed to Lori Osterday, the personal representative, by certified mail, return receipt  requested, c/o Hash, Rudbach, Hutchison & Murray, PLLP, Attorneys at Law, P.O. Box 1178, Kalispell, Montana 59903-1178, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court.         DATED this 20th day of August 2025.                      /s/ Lori Osterday     Personal Representative    Hash, Rudbach, Hutchison & Murray, PLLP       By  /s/ C Mark Hash                                   Attorneys for the personal representative      PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 28 AND SEPTEMBER 4, 11, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Storage Auction: In accordance with the provisions of Montana Law, Code Ann. §70-6-420; there being past due and unpaid charges for the storage of your property, TSMR Storage, (located at 36339 Mink Lane, Ronan, MT 406.260.2371) is entitled to satisfy an owner’s lien of said property.  Therefore, notice is hereby given that TSMR Storage will sell via auction described below belonging to the individual(s) listed below starting 10:00 AM, on Saturday, September 6th. If there are no bidders, the property will be donated to charity or disposed of accordingly. Randy Hinson Stephanie Yellowbird Renae Hammer Joseph D Redthunder Libby Davis Brittney Canderlaria Julie Lynn Thiel All contents sold “as is” and by unit only.  Seller neither warrants title to any items sold and does not make any express or implied warranties to any item sold.  We reserve the right to refuse any and all bids. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON AUGUST 28, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________