Commissioners review letters to Forest Service

SUPERIOR – A series of letters to the Forest Service regarding various projects and concerns of the County Commissioners were the topic of discussion at the commissioner’s final meeting of November.

Dean "Dino" Martin

Dean “Dino“ Martin was born Nov 3, 1951 in Blue Ball, PA. He was son of Harvey Z and Esther Elizabeth Martin. He was survived by his brothers Dale husband of Ethel Martin of Ephrata, PA; Lynn husband of Charlotte Martin of Denver, PA; Lorin Martin of Adamstown, PA and his sisters Betty Anne Irons of Manhattan Beach, CA; Nelda Bauder of New Holland, PA; Willa wife of Luke Ulrich of Denver, PA; Norma Knowles of Bradenton, FL; Myrna wife of Willis Eberly of Reinholds, PA. He is also survived by 20 nieces and nephew and numerous great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Lucy Martin.

Mineral County Commissioners Briefs

The following briefs are from the official minutes of the Jan. 23 meeting of the Mineral County Commissioners meeting.

Legals July 11, 2018

NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Proposed Health Insurance Rates for 2019 The Commissioner of Securities and Insurance will receive public comment regarding recently filed rates by Montana health insurers. The comment period provides the public the opportunity to participate in government by expressing any comments that the public may have regarding the proposed 2019 rate changes for health insurance. Information on the proposed 2019 Montana Health Insurance rates can be found on the CSI website, www.csimt.gov. Comments can be emailed to csipubliccomment@mt.gov or by letter/hand-delivery to 840 Helena Ave, Helena, MT 59602 through July 27, 2018. The rate review process established by the Montana Legislature in 2013 authorizes the office of the Insurance Commissioner to review health insurance rates. If the Commissioner finds a rate increase to be excessive, inadequate, unfairly discriminatory, or unjustified, the insurer may voluntarily amend the rate increase. If the insurer maintains the initially filed rate over the Commissioner's recommendation for adjustment, the Commissioner will issue a public finding announcing the deficiency and the reasons why the rates are unsatisfactory. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on July 11, 2018. MNAXLP

Commissioner Brooker announces her resignation

Brooker, a commissioner for 27 years, addressed a letter dated Oct. 13 to her fellow commissioners, Glen Magera and Tony Cox, announcing her decision.

Local commissioner appointed to advisory council

SANDERS COUNTY – Sanders County Commissioner Carol Brooker was appointed to the Local Government Advisory Council in the Department of Revenue recently.

New scam targets Montana employers asking for account informatino

Northwest lawmakers seek progress on Columbia River Treaty

The treaty, which took more than 20 years to negotiate, came together after a 1948 flood washed away what once was Oregon's second-biggest city, Vanport.

Food for Thought: Parental Alienation Syndrome

PAS is the systematic denigration of one parent by the other parent with the intent of alienating the child against the other parent.

MCGRAG sends letters to county commissioners

Lolo National Forest Planning

Lolo National Forest Planning

Hit the river, but be careful with fish

Summertime in Montana…Hopefully that means many or ALL of you are outside enjoying the great outdoors.  When indulging in some relaxing time on the river casting a fishing pole or fly rod should you catch and release or eat the fish?  The answer may be some of both.  

An update from Rep. Schwaderer

Throughout the day I end up reading a good number of political articles, letters and updates from politicians and the like- and I’ve noticed something. The lion’s share of dialogue coming from elected officials is generally negative in nature- looking for the bad in society rather than the good. This week I would like to focus on some really amazing things happening right now that positively benefit every Montanan.

Commissioners hear about area water rights

SUPERIOR – The County Commissioners discussed water rights issues and heard a county resources update during their weekly meeting Friday.

Mineral Community Hospital expands offerings

Scheduling important medical appointments and arranging vital procedures can be a challenge living out in rural Montana. Hospitals and clinics are spread few and far between the mountainous landscape that makes up Mineral County.

Legals May 9, 2018

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Swamp Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Section 36, T20N-R27W, on the State's Plains Unit. Approximately 4,790 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on May 23, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $5,571.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Plains Unit Office in Plains, MT (406-826-4723). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on April 25 and May 2, May 9, May 16, 2018. MNAXLP

Legals May 16, 2018

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Swamp Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Section 36, T20N-R27W, on the State's Plains Unit. Approximately 4,790 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on May 23, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $5,571.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Plains Unit Office in Plains, MT (406-826-4723). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on April 25 and May 2, May 9, May 16, 2018. MNAXLP

Local physicians assistant earns national recognition

Frank Towsley was recently awarded a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Emergency Medicine. He is one of only six certified PAs in Montana to earn a CAQ. (Photos courtesy of MCH)

Recycling funds usage questioned

My letter is in response to the recent article “Alberton Council Experiences Conflict Over Cardboard.”

Deputy Balenger faces interdiplinary charges

The following is a letter released to media outlets from Sheriff Hugh Hopwood.