Legals for September, 18 2025
Lake County Leader | UPDATED 6 months, 3 weeks AGO
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 __________________________
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on January 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the on the Front Steps Lake County Courthouse located at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860, the following described real property situated in Lake County County, Montana: Lot A6 of “VERGERONT RANCH SUBDIVISION PHASE 1”, a subdivision of Lake County, Montana, according to the map or plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, Montana. TOGETHER WITH an undivided 1/12th interest in Phase 1 Park of Vergeront Ranch Subdivision Phase 1, a subdivision of Lake County, Montana, according to the map or plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, Montana. Alexander Mayorga, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Fidelity National Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration, Inc. (MERS), as nominee for Decision One Mortgage Company, LLC, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated on March 2, 2007, and recorded on March 7, 2007 as Microfilm #: 477627. The beneficial interest is currently held by Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its individual capacity but solely as Certificate Trustee of Bosco Credit II Trust Series 2010-1. Brian G. Sayer of The Sayer Law Group, P.C., is currently the Trustee. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments beginning November 1, 2009, 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. The total amount due on this obligation as of June 16, 2025 is $169,283.17 which consists of: Unpaid Principal Balance: $61,872.00, Interest: $103,411.10, Late Charges: $3,975.07, Other Fees: $ 25.00. TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $169,283.17, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be 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 Grantors. 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 charges 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, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may 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 thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and 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. Dated: August 7, 2025. Brian G. Sayer The Sayer Law Group, P.C. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 4, 11 & 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
Lake County Election Administator Notice of Close of Regular Voter Registration and Option for Late Registration for the Nonpartisan Municipal General Election Notice is hereby given that *regular registration for the Municipal General Election to be held on November 4, 2025, will close at 5:00 pm, on October 6, 2025. Persons who wish to register or need to update registration information may do so by submitting a voter registration application by mail (500 1st Street East, Polson, MT 59860), by email to [email protected], or by coming into the Lake County election office during regular registration. If you have moved, please update your registration information by filling out a new voter registration application indicating the voter’s current address and submitting it to the county election office. *NOTE: If you miss this regular registration deadline, you may still register and vote in the election during late registration by appearing in person at the Lake County Election Office, Room 101 of the Dave Stipe Annex Building located at 500 1st Street East Polson, MT until 8 PM on Election Day. However, late registration is closed between noon and 5 pm on the day before Election Day (November 3, 2025). On Election Day, November 4, 2025, late registration resumes at the Election Office and is available from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. All active and inactive** electors who reside in the City of Polson, City of Ronan, and the Town of St. Ignatius are eligible to vote in said election. Ballots will be automatically mailed to active status electors only on October 15 th. If you are a registered voter and do not receive a ballot, contact the county election office to update your information as necessary and receive a ballot. DATED this 2nd day of September 2025. Toni Kramer Election Administrator Lake County, Montana PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 11, 18 & 25, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA ADEA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, Co., V. Plaintiff, QUINCY WEATHERWAX and JOHN and JANE DOES 1-10, Cause No.: 25-0089-CE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND ORDER OF PRESERVATION Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS, GREETINGS: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Eviction and Damages against you in Tribal Court. A COPY OF THE COMPLAINT FOR EVICTION AND DAMAGES AND REQUEST FOR ORDER OF PRESERVATION IS ATTACHED TO THIS SUMMONS AND IS HEREBY SERVED UPON YOU. The Plaintiff claims that it gave you notice on the 24th day of February, 2025, that pursuant to law applicable to rental agreements it was terminating the rental agreement and seeking damages and your eviction from the premises you are occupying located at 41652 US Hwy. 93 Frontage Rd., Lot 23, Ronan, MT 59864. You are hereby notified that you have 15 days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Tribal holidays) from the date of service of this Summons and Order of Preservation with attached Complaint For Damages and Eviction in which to file your Answer to the Complaint with the Tribal Court. You are advised to go to an attorney for help in writing your Answer and in deciding what to do. If you disagree with anything in the Complaint and want the Court to hear your side of the case, you must write your Answer and file it with the Tribal Court within the given 15 days. If you do not file an Answer within the time allowed, the Court will schedule a default hearing and may issue an Order for Eviction. If a Default Judgment and Order for Eviction is issued, the Tribal Police will accompany the Plaintiff to evict you from the Plaintiff’s rental property. THE COURT NOW HEREBY ORDERS YOU, THE DEFENDANTS, TO PRESERVE THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES DESCRIBED ABOVE AND TO REFRAIN FROM REMOVING OR DAMAGING ANY OF THE PLAINTIFF’S PROPERTY DURING THE PENDENCY OF THIS ACTION. IF YOU FAIL TO PRESERVE THE PROPERTY OR IF YOU REMOVE ANY OF THE PLAINTIFF’S PROPERTY FROM THE PREMISES, THE COURT MAY FIND YOU IN CONTEMPT AND PUNISH YOU ACCORDINGLY. SO ORDERED this 25th day of August 2025. CONFEDERATED SALISH KOOTENA! TRIBAL TRIBES By: BD: Judge of Tribal Court COURT SEAL FLATHEAD ON Summons by Publication and Order of Preservation PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 11, 18 & 25, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
Montana 20TH Judicial District Court, Lake County Cause No: DV 25-208 Dept No. Judge Owen Notice of Hearing on Name Change In the Matter of the Name Change of Joanie Blaine Marquardt (your name now) Joanie Blaine Marquardt (Petitioner (your name now) This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a name change from (your name now) Joanie Blaine Mercer to (name you want) Joanie Mercer Marquardt. The hearing will be on 10/22/2025 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date 9/5/25 Mary Rensvold Clerk of District Court PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 25, AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
Montana 20th Judicial District Court Number of the Judicial District where you are filing Lake County Name of the county where you are filing In the Matter of the Name Change of Cause No.: DV 25-210 Michel Williamson Your Name now Dept. No.: 2 Michel Williamson Petitioner (your name now) Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from (your name now:) Grace Michel Williamson First Middle to (name you want:) Grace Michelle Williamson First Middle Last Last The hearing will be on (date) 10/30/2025 at (time) 10:00 a.m.10/30/2025 The hearing will be at the Courthouse in (county:) Lake County. Dated September 9,2025. Mary Rensvold Clerk of the District Court. PUBLISED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 25 AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT LAKE COUNTY IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: JOSEPH EDWARD BUCKBEE MODERIE, PETITIONER, v. MERCEDES NICOLE MODERIE, RESPONDENT. CAUSE NO. DR-25-85 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION NOTICE TO: Respondent Mercedes Nicole Moderie. You are named in a petition to dissolve your marriage. Unless you respond in 21 days, the court may decide against you without you being heard and give Petitioner everything asked for in the Petition. You must submit your written response within 21 calendar days. The 21 day period starts the day after the last date of publication of this notice. If the final day falls on a weekend or court holiday, you may file your response on the next business day. You must file your written response with the Clerk of District Court, Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue E., Polson, MT 59860. DATED this 12th day of September, 2025. MARY RENSVOLD Clerk of District Court. PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 18, 25 AND OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
LEGAL NOTICE On October 16, 2025, at 2 pm, the Lake County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing in the Office of the Lake County Commissioners, Room 211 of the Lake County Courthouse on the following item: AFTER THE FACT MISSION VIEW GETAWAY BUILDINGS FOR LEASE OR RENT William Buxton, on behalf of Brandon Gilleard of Mission View Getaway LLC, is requesting an after-the-fact approval to allow for the construction of five (5) cabins and an event barn in association with a wedding venue. The subject property is located at the corner of McKeever Road and McDonald Lake Road and is proposing access off of McKeever Road. The property is +/-39.09 acres in size and is legally described as NW4NW4, located within section 16, T19N, and R19W. Information regarding the agenda items is available from the Lake County Planning Dept. Written comments received by October 6, 2025, will be included in the staff report to the board. All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Comments may be mailed to Lake County Planning Dept, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860 or e-mailed to [email protected]. The options for attendance are in person, or virtually by arrangement. Please contact the Lake County Commissioner’s Office at [email protected] or at (406) 883-7204 if you would like to attend the meeting virtually. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
LEGAL NOTICE On Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 3:30 pm, the Lake County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing in the community room (Room 106), located on the 1 st floor of the Dave Stipe Courthouse Annex, 500 1st St E, Polson. (Enter from 5th St E.) The options for attendance are virtual* or in person. The hearing will include the following items: MUIR CONDITIONAL USE REQUEST Nate Neergaard, on behalf of Robin C. Muir Living Trust, is requesting conditional use approval to allow for the use of a temporary dwelling. The request is associated with seasonal use of an RV on the subject property. The +/-1.79-acre lot is located at 25281 Osprey Point Lane in East Shore Zoning District and is legally described as being tract 23 of Certificate of Survey No. 2977, of section 16, T24N, Range 19W. MARQUROSS CONDITIONAL USE REQUEST Moquey and Kathryn Marquross are requesting conditional use approval to allow for the establishment of a mobile home. This request is associated with the placement of a mobile home for the orchard manager to reside full-time. This +/- 7.76-acre property is located on Liebig Lane in the East Shore Zoning District and it legally described as lot 1 and 2 of block 6 in Blue Grade Villa in section 27, T24N, and R19W. DC SANDERS CONDITIONAL USE AND VARIANCE REQUEST William Buxton of Advanced Consulting, on behalf of Dean Sanders of DC Sanders Investments LP, is requesting a variance approval to allow for a change of use of an existing non-conforming structure and a conditional use approval for rental of a guest house. The request is associated with the designation of the existing non-conforming guest house being converted into a rental unit. The +/-22.10-acre parcel is located at 19960 Big Lodge Road in the Upper West Shore Zoning District 2 and is legally described as tract 2 on COS 7397, located within section 18, T25N, R20W. PICKETT VARIANCE REQUEST Wendell Pickett of Wendell and Debra Pickett Living Trust, is requesting a variance approval to allow for the expansion of an existing home into the eastern property setback. The request is associated with the remodel and expansion of an existing single-family residence. The +/-0.70- acre property is located at 21397 Hydeaway Road, Rollins, and is legally described as tract A on COS 4597, located within section 28, T25, R20W. Information regarding the agenda items is available from the Lake County Planning Dept. Written comments received by September 29, 2025 will be included in the staff report to the board. All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Comments received after September 29 will be provided to the board at the meeting, which may not provide sufficient time for review of the comment. Comments may be mailed to Lake County Planning Dept, 106 4 th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860 or e-mailed: [email protected] . *Please note: If you would like to attend the public hearing virtually, please contact the Planning Department at the email above or at (406) 883-7235 prior to the meeting to receive instructions regarding how to do so. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNT LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
LEGAL NOTICE The Lake County Planning Board will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the community room (Room 106), on the 1st floor of the Dave Stipe Courthouse Annex, 500 1st St E, Polson. (Enter from 5th St E.) The options for attendance are virtual* or in person. Agenda items include: PLANNING DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE UPDATE The Lake County Planning Board will hold a public meeting regarding updates to the Lake County Planning Department’s proposed fee schedule update. The current fee schedule was adopted in 2024. Planning Staff are proposing changes to the fines and violations fees; however, all fees are subject to change. The current fee schedule can be provided by the Planning Department or found on the Planning Department’s webpage. The public is encouraged to attend this meeting and participate in the process. Information regarding the agenda item is available from the Lake County Planning Dept. Written comments received by September 29, 2025, will be included in the board packets. All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Comments received after September 29 will be provided to the board at the meeting, which may not provide sufficient time for review of the comment. Comments may be mailed to Lake County Planning Dept, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860 or e-mailed: [email protected] . Please note: If you would like to attend the public hearing virtually, please contact the Planning Department at the email above or at (406) 883-7235 prior to the meeting to receive instructions regarding how to do so. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________