Classifieds

Classifieds: April 18, 2013

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us.

The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You can fax your classified ad or subscription to (970)878-4016 or email to: [email protected]

RIO BLANCO Masonic Lodge #80 meets 2nd and 4th Thursday, 7:00pm, at 7th and Park, Meeker.

SAFEHOUSE If you are being abused physically or mentally, you can call SAFEHOUSE for confidential shelter and help. 878-3131.

AA & Al-Anon Meetings – Rangely Alcoholics Anonymous – Open meetings Tues & Thurs, 7 p.m., 115 Kennedy Dr., St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Rangely. Al-Anon meets Monday, 8:15 p.m., 207 S. Sunset, 1st Baptist Church, Rangely. Al-Anon info call 970-629-5064 or 970-629-2970.

Meeker Cat Coalition accepting cat food or monetary donations for spay/neuter and health care. Donations may be left at The Vet Clinic in Meeker or call 878-3560 or 878-4429 for more information.

Rangely Rockcrawling & 4 Wheel Drive group in Rangely meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Rio Blanco Water Users Building on Hwy. 64 at 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous Mon. 8 p.m., Weds. 7 p.m., Fri. 7 p.m. St. James Church – enter from back parking lot, meetings are downstairs in Richards Hall, 4th & Park, Meeker 878-4158, 878-5919, 878-5636 Alanon Thurs. 7 p.m. 878-5655.

Rangely Victim Services An open door for the protection and care of abused and battered persons. Non-emergency call 629-5729 or 629-0709. Emergencies call 911. Providing assistance for victims of violent crimes.

New Eden Pregnancy Care Services – pregnancy tests, emergency supplies, guidance by trained volunteers, classes on pregnancy and child care, post-abortion support, referrals. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 345 Main Street, Meeker. Email: [email protected] or (970)878-5117. All services are confidential.

Moms group meeting, open to anyone with a child 0-5 years, Grace Baptist Church, Rangely, first Thursday of every month, 8:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. Info. call Heather Zadra (970)629-9937.

Meeker Housing Authority Board of Directors meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at The Pines, 875 Water St., Meeker.

Bresnan cable television customers – If you are not receiving a television channel station you normally get, 3 people must report it before it’s considered an outage. Call the service number on your bill to report.

Veterans Service Offices Rio Blanco County: Veterans Service Officer – Joe Dungan, Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., County Administration Building, 200 Main Street Suite 300, Meeker. 878-9690 office, 878-3219 home. Fax 878-9581. Rangely: Veterans Service Officer – Hoot Gibson, Tuesday and Thursday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., County Annex, 17497 State Hwy 64, Rangely. 878-9695 office, 675-2669 home.

VFW Post 5843 and Ladies Auxiliary monthly meetings are now held at Kilowatt Korner in Meeker: VFW Post 5843 – 6:30 p.m. 2nd Monday. Ladies Auxiliary -5:00 p.m., 2nd Monday.

RADINO & CHUCKWAGON Please call before 9:00 a.m. day of meal 878-5627 or 675-8112 Senior Citizen Nutrition Program Meals served at noon. Reservations appreciated. Suggested Donation Over 60 – $2.50. Under 60 – Guest Fee $7. (Did you know? Take out trays can be ordered for age over 60, suggested donation $3 – 12:10 p.m. pickup.) **MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE** Monday, Apr. 22: Tuna noodle casserole, mixed vegetables, tropical fruit. TUESDAY, APR. 23: Split pea soup, ham & cheese sandwich, strawberry shortcake. WEDNESDAY, APR. 24: Ham & beans, pears, tomatoes, cornbread. FRIDAY, APR. 26: Cook’s choice.

Contents of Unit #11 at White River Self Storage, 219 E. Market St., Meeker, CO will be seized May 1, 2013, if full payment is not made.

MEEKER LIONS CLUB BINGO 2nd & 4th Wednesdays RBC Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall Progressive Bingo Concessions & Dinner Available Meeker Streaker available for transportation to Bingo, call 878-9368.
PISTOL RIVER LEATHER A winning poker hand is like a cowboy’s legs: Few and far between 785 Park Avenue 878-4346 www.pistolriverleather.com

AUCTION

Spring Consignment Auction Sat. April 27 10 a.m. Garfield County Fair Grounds, Rifle, CO. 9 Vehicles: 7 Ford F150 4 Door, 4×4 Pick Ups; 1 Explorer; 1 Pontiac Mini Van; 14 ft. aluminum boat and trailer; 30 landscaping trees; household furniture; glass; antiques and collectables; and tools. Consignment taken at fair grounds on April 26. For more info, or to consign, call (970)283-5416 or (970)571-1608 Ralph Fritzlan Auctioneer, website silvernickelauction.com. & Pictures

CLEANING

Looking for a trustworthy responsible person to clean house twice a month. If interested call Maureen at (970)878-3270.

FURNITURE/HOME FURNISHING

Like new 6 foot lighted black bookcase $400. Contact Tonya at (970)629-9977.

GUNS

KELLEY’S GUNSMITHING Would like to buy quality guns and optics 878-4582.

LOST & FOUND

Found: Military Challege Coin. Call Samuelson True Value and describe to claim. Ask for Jackie or Jeri. 878-3528.

MISCELLANEOUS

ASK ABOUT OUR CNC MACHINING Can’t get a metal part? We can make all kinds of parts. We have CNC Machine equipment, lathe and tooling to do the job. Contact Phil at Family Automotive and Machine. (970)878-5606.

PERSONALS

Looking for a single female, age 37 1/2 -60 1/2 to go on a trip. All expenses paid. Trip in March 2014. Need to know if you can go before October 2013. Call Gerard 878-3647.

I’m selling my private collection of fabrics for quilts, crafts and clothing. Low price, high quality. Call The Seamstress 878-3193.

WANTED

PERMANENT ROOMMATE, looking for a female to share my home with. Rent negotiable. Call Carol at (970)878-0790.

YARD SALES

St. James’ Episcopal Church Richards Hall GARAGE SALE April 27, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 4th and Park Street, Meeker (970)878-5823 Clothes, baskets, books, tools, housewares, etc. Sponsored by the Episcopal Church Guild.

MEEKER: 8th Street between Market and Main, Saturday, April 20, 8 a.m. until its all gone. Storage Unit “Yard” Sale. Lots of kids stuff, clothes, and miscellaneous household items. Come ready to make on offer!

HELP WANTED: FULL TIME

Rio Blanco County is seeking a Project Coordinator. This is a professional level position reporting to the County Administrator. Responsible for management of multiple capital projects subject to strict deadlines. Manages public involvement, oversees consultants, and meets schedule and budget objectives. Coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with co-workers, other departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and citizens. Provides related administrative support to County departments. Minimum Education: Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with the major course work in engineering, planning, architecture, construction management or related field. Must have a minimum of 3 years managing increasingly responsible capital projects. Salary range: $4,583 – $6,250/mo. DOQ. To apply, submit a completed Rio Blanco County General Application and a resume to the Human Resource Department, P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641, (970) 878-9570. A copy of the job description and county application may be downloaded from the county website, www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/personnel. Applications are due April 30, 2013. Announcement #1305 EOE.

Rio Blanco County is currently seeking qualified applicants for a Director of Human Services. This position is responsible for the administration, monitoring, supervision and performance of county human services and senior nutrition programs as mandated by Federal and State laws and regulations and by County directives. This is a full time position with benefits. Salary range: $5,500.00 – $6,300.00 month DOQ. Minimum Requirements: Masters in social work, public administration or a related field; 5 years experience in a social work related field which includes supervisory and fiscal management experience. To apply, submit a completed Rio Blanco County Job Application and a resume to the Human Resource Department, P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641, (970) 878-9570. A copy of the job description and county application may be downloaded from the county website, www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/personnel Application are due by May 31, 2013. Announcement #1306 EOE.

ASSISTANT CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER The Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District, Rangely, CO is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Chief Executive Officer. For a job description and application contact the District by mail at 2252 East Main Street, Rangely, CO 81648, email at [email protected] or telephone at 1-970-675-5055. You must include your full name and address for a response. Application deadline is May 15, 2013. RBWCD is an equal opportunity employer.

EXPERIENCED COUNTER PERSON, apply in person at McGuire Auto Parts, 314 Market St, Meeker.

VACANCY NOTICE: Family and Consumer Sciences Vacancy Potential Middle School and High School coaching opportunities are available in conjunction with this teaching assignment. Position begins with the 2013-2014 school year Contact: Meeker School District Re-1 Administration Office P.O. Box 1089 Meeker, Colorado 81641 Phone: 970-878-9040 FAX: 970-878-3682 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.meeker.k12.co.us.

HUMAN RESOURCE GENERALIST The ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking a human resources generalist. This is a full time non-exempt position with benefits; hiring range $21.64-$26.45/hour. Duties include, but are not limited to: process payroll using Sage Fund Accounting software and Timeforce time keeping system; administer all District benefits including health insurance, PERA, COBRA and FMLA; maintain all personnel files; generate personnel, payroll and budget reports. Requirements include, but are not limited to: applicant must be at least 18 years of age; possess a high school diploma or GED, a Bachelors Degree in administration, human resources/personnel management or a related field, at least 4 years of experience in the field or any combination of education and/or experience; possess a valid Colorado Drivers License. A completed ERBM Recreation & Park District job application is required for consideration and should be returned to ERBM Recreation & Park District, Attn: Human Resources, 101 Ute Rd, Meeker, CO 81641. 970-878-3403. Applications are available at the Meeker Recreation Center. Complete job description is available upon request. Applications will be accepted through Friday, May 10, 2013. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

Energetic people needed for the front of the house at Ma Famiglia Restaurant. Full-time and part-time positions available. Positions available immediately for qualified applicants. Pick up an application at 410 Market St., Meeker.

HELP WANTED: GENERAL

RELIEF BUS DRIVER Rio Blanco County is currently seeking qualified applicants for a backup bus driver for the Rangely Radino Center. Must be 18 yrs of age and have a valid Commercial Drivers License, Class C. Applicants must enjoy working with the elderly and be able to help people on/off the bus, carry packages, push wheelchairs, etc. This position is on an as needed basis, $12.74/hr. To apply, please submit a completed application to the Rio Blanco County HR Dept. at P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641. Applications can be picked up at the Rangely Annex, Rangely Workforce, or downloaded from our website at www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/personnelDeadline: Open until filled. Announcement #1216. EOE.

Emergency Clinician On-Call: Colorado West, Inc. in Rio Blanco County is looking for relief staff to cover crisis services. Bachelors Degree in Human Services field is required. We offer a competitive salary, professional supervision and training. Email resumes to: [email protected] or fax to (970)242-8330. Visit our website at www.cwrmhc.org for a complete list of open positions. Colorado West, Inc. is an EOE with an Affirmative ActionPlan.

Watt’s Ranch Market is looking for qualified, energetic people to work in our deli and meat departments. We are also looking for friendly, dependable people to work as cashiers. Please pick up your application at Watt’s Ranch Market today!
Light maintenance caretaker on-site, live in apartment, part rent free. 680 Water St. Meeker. Contact Cheryl n Company Property Management (970)355-4067.

HELP WANTED: SEASONAL

Tri-County Tree Service is looking for a groundsmen for tree trimming crew. Must have good drivers license and pass drug test. Starts April 22. Contact Rick at (970)275-3066.

Elk Creek Ranch is looking for a daytime server. At least 2 yr experience, $14/hr plus gratuities. Call Dayna at 970-260-6550 or Scott at 970-361-0907.

Town of Rangely Seasonal Summer Help Positions Opening The Town of Rangely will be hiring seasonal workers for the following departments: Public Works, Gas Department, Building & Grounds and Water Departments. Duties include but are not limited to the following: outside landscaping, maintenance, and a variety of other duties depending on the department. Applications may be picked up at the Town of Rangely, 209 E Main, Rangely, CO 81648. Wage rate starting at $10.00 per hour. Deadline for submitting an application is April 30,2013 EOE.

Position Announcement White River Electric Association, Inc. is currently seeking quality applicants for three temporary summer interns (laborers) at the headquarters of the Association. Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicant must be able to work variety of hours if needed, evenings, nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays. Applicant must be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background tests. Applicant must be able to lift 10 to 100 lbs. routinely. A good driving record is also a requirement. Position is considered temporary and will not be eligible for benefits. Position will only be available from June 3rd to August 30th, 2013. Applications are available by calling White River Electric Association at 970-878-5041 or pick up at the office of White River Electric Association, Inc. 233 6th St., Meeker, CO, 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Applications will be accepted until positions filled. White River Electric is an equal opportunity employer.

WORK WANTED

Summer in Meeker? Would like to trade 20 hrs. for weekly room and board. I’m 71 yrs. old. Have built 2 homes by myself. Call Steve at (352)288-4660.

Work wanted. Diaz Stucco is licensed and insured for stucco, remodel existing homes as well as new homes. Complete finishing stone and drywall. (970)986-2320 or (970)778-9032.

HOMES: MEEKER

FSBO, 340 Park Ave., 3 BDR, 2 BA, large fenced backyard. Must see! 878-3103.

FSBO: 555 Shaman Trail, BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME with Panoramic Views of Mountains on 5 acres. Private Neighborhood, animals allowed. 6 BDR, 4 BA, in-law suite/guest suite. Complete radiant heat, both floors (super efficient). Two fireplaces. Convenient to town, schools, etc. Town water and natural gas. Insulated and sheetrocked 1095 square foot three car garage with storage above, in addition 240 square foot office. Wrap around deck with 165 square foot covered private space. Fully custom, designer, architect’s home. 4776 square foot, $569,900. Only $119.13 per square foot. Photos and more information @ westernslopefsbo.com. Call (970)878-4238. Must see.

REAL ESTATE: WANTED

WE BUY LAND! Want to sell your farm, pasture or wooded land & get money FAST? We buy 35+ acres in Colorado for cash & usually close in 2 weeks. Prefer raw land. Call Bill at (985)226-1580.

RENTALS: MEEKER

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 1 BDR furnished apartment utilities included, quiet setting, no smoking, no pets. 878-4141 or 878-4198 leave message.

4 BDR, 1.5 BA house with garage and fenced yard. $1000/month. Available April 15. Call Jim at (970)220-2007.

House For rent, 570 Larry Lane, 2 BDR, 1 BA, 2 car garage. $750 a month + utilities, $750 deposit. Pets okay. (970) 361-2935.

Short term rental. 2 BDR 1 BA home, centrally located, fully furnished, TV and utilities paid. No smoking, no pets. Must see to appreciate. (970)878-3190.

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: Apartment Rentals. Contact Monique Speakman at Cheryl n Company Property Management. (970)355-4067.

For Rent! 4BDR, 2BA, fenced yard, garage, washer & dryer, water, sewer, trash paid. 1 outside dog. Available May 1. $900/month. Call 970-878-3424 or 970-274-1662.

2 BDR townhouse, covered patio, covered parking, washer and dryer, pets negotiable, rent $550/month, $650 damage deposit, 916-873-3659 or 970-878-5486.

Manufactured home, 1 BDR, 1 BA, great condition, washer & dryer hookups, $525/month. Month-to-month lease options available. Call (970)220-2150.

2 BDR townhouse, covered patio, all appliances including washer & dryer. Rent $550/month + $650 damage deposit. Available now. (916)873-3659 or (970)878-5486.

[BOX IT] 2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $475/month plus electricity + $475 deposit with 6 month lease. $500/month for month-to-month. 878-3363.

Available now, 2 BDR, 1.5 BA duplex, $600/month, $700 deposit. Pets considered. Fenced yard, covered carport with storage, new paint, new flooring, stackable washer/dryer. Landlord pays water and sewer. (916)873-3659 or 878-5486.

Exceptionally Clean, spacious, 2 BDR apt. Hot water heat, water, sewer, trash paid. Lease/Deposit required. NS,NP. (970)878-4592.

2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $475/month + deposit. Clean, quiet, new carpets. (970)878-5367 or (970)878-3736.
Storage Depot 10×25 unit. 878-4808.

12TH STREET APARTMENTS 2 BDR, 1 BA, heat, hot water, cable included. Call (970)261-1441 or (970)878-3739.

3 BDR townhouse, all appliances including washer & dryer, covered patio with storage, covered parking. Landlord pays water & sewer. Pets negotiable. $650/month + $750 damage deposit. (916)873-3659 or 878-5486.

FULLY FURNISHED, 2 BDR, 2 BA apartments, in unit W/D, utilities included. NS & NP. 14 month lease: $800 month with FIRST & LAST months FREE! $1500 deposit to move in. 6 month: $900/month, rent due at move-in. Month to month: $1400/month, rent due at move in. Western Exposures Realty (970)878-5877.

Halandras Building, 300 sq. ft. interior office, includes utilities. Off street parking, easy access. (970)629-9714.

Rocky Mountain Storage & Rentals 5×10, 10×10 storage units available in town. 878-0085 or 878-3700.

The former BLM Building west of Meeker is for rent. The building consists of approximately 10,000 square feet of office space. Interested parties may contact the Meeker Re-1 School District Superintendent at 878-9040 for more information.

Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.

RENTALS: RANGELY

3BDR, 1.75 BA Mobile home, with washer, dryer, and dishwasher. $800 per month. Includes water and yard care. No pets. Call (970)620-0812.

SILVER SAGE RV PARK (970)675-2259 RV Spaces for rent. Manager: Heath GeBauer (970)675-2259 (970)846-4293 Fax: (970)675-5509.

Lots available in Rangely for your manufactured home. $300 lease includes grounds maintenance, water, sewer and trash. We can also help you find the home and financing. Mark 801-828-7272.

RV spaces in Rangely available. Rent $350/month, utilities included. Now also leasing mobile home spaces! Contact Christy (970)589-9249.

CAMPERS & R.V.S
1976 Toyota Chinook Motorhome. Pop-up, 139,000 miles. Asking $1000. Runs good. Call (970) 756-4675.

MOTOR: MOTORCADE

Trailers, hitches, flatbeds, toolboxes, trailer service and truck accessories. We are a “one stop shop” truck and trailer outfitter. B&W gooseneck hitches $597 installed. Pine Country Trailer Sales, Grand Junction. 1-800-287-6532.

LEGALS 1:

PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to Title 34, Article 33, Paragraph 118, of the Colorado Revised Statutes, Blue Mountain Energy, Inc. hereby issues notice that an application for a permit revision to the Deserado Mine Permit No. C-1981-018 submitted by Blue Mountain Energy, Inc. 3607 CR 65, Rangely, CO 81648, was deemed complete for the purpose of filing. All review and comment periods as provided in the Act and Regulations promulgated thereunder initiate from this day of filing. The revision adds an additional 1656.3 acres to the mining permit area north of and central to the existing operations including the northern 0.15 miles of Rio Blanco County Road 65, the southern 0.45 miles of Moffat County Road 61, and 1.41 miles of the southwestern portions of Rio Blanco County Road 73. The Deserado Mine Permit area lies within USGS 7.5 minute Quadrangle maps entitled “Rangely NE” and “Cactus Reservoir”. These areas are situated in T2N, R101W and T3N, R101W, 6th P.M. in Rio Blanco County about 10 miles east of the Town of Rangely. A copy of the permit revision application is available for public inspection at the Town Clerk’s office, Town Hall in Rangely. Written comments, objections, requests for informal conference, or requests for a public hearing held in the locality of the proposed mining operation for the purpose of determining whether the interests of the public and affected landowners will be protected concerning this application must be submitted to Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, 1313 Sherman Street, Room 215, Denver, Colorado 80203, (303)866-3567 within thirty (30) days of the last publication. Publish: Mar. 28, April 4, 11, & 18, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Invitation to Bid Rangely Regional Library District 109 East Main Street Rangely, CO 81648 Separate sealed bids to stucco the exterior of the Rangely Regional Library building. Project details can be requested from the Library Director, Amorette Hawkins, at 109 East Main Street, Rangely, CO, phone #970-675-8811. Deadline for bids is Monday, May 13, 2013 at 5:00 P.M. Date: April 4, 2013 /s/Amorette Hawkins Library Director Publish: April 4,11,18,25 & May 2,9, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Meeker Housing Authority is seeking letters of interests from individuals desiring to serve. The positions will be filled by an appointment made by the Board of Trustees at its regular Board Meeting to be held May 7, 2013. Letters of interest must be received at Town Hall, 345 Market Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 no later than 4:00 P.M. on May 2, 2013. For further information, please call Town Hall 878-5344. Publication: April 18, 25 & May 2, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Town of Meeker is seeking letters of interests from qualified individuals for two (2) positions on the Meeker Planning Commission. The positions will be filled by an appointment made by the Board of Trustees at its regular Board Meeting to be held May 7, 2013. Letters of interest must be received at Town Hall, 345 Market Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 no later than 4:00 P.M. on May 2, 2013. Qualifications for the Planning Commission member position are 1) Registered voter within the Town of Meeker, 2) Eighteen years of age or older, and 3) must have resided in the Town of Meeker for at least twelve consecutive months immediately preceding the date of appointment. The length of the position will be until May 2015. For further information, please call Town Hall 878-5344. Publication: April 18, 25 & May 2, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF RANGELY The Rangely Town Council will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m, Tuesday April 23, 2013 in the Court Room of the Municipal Building at 209 East Main Street, Rangely, Colorado for the Final Reading on the following: Ordinance #677 of the Town of Rangely AN ORDINANCE CONTINUING A MORATORIUM ON THE USE OR CONSUMPTION OF MARIJUANA OR MARIJUANA PRODUCTS ON COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONED PROPERTY THAT OPERATES AS A PLACE OF PRIVATE ASSEMBLY FOR THE PURPOSE OF INVITING PERSONS TO USE OR CONSUME MARIJUANA PRODUCTS ON SITE All interested citizens and groups are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. By: Lisa Piering, Clerk/Treasurer Published: April 18, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF RANGELY The Rangely Town Council will hold a public hearing at 7:30pm, Tuesday, April 23, 2013 in the Court Room of the Municipal Building at 209 East Main Street, Rangely, Colorado on the following: Administrative Review of Lot Line, Lebleu Minor Subdivison a replat of Lot 26 Dragon Wash subdivision and Lot 70 replat of Lots 23-25 of Dragon Wash Subdivision, in S2, T1N, R102W of the 6th pm Town of Rangely, Rio Blanco County and Geer/Thacker Minor Subdivision being a replat of Lots 4 & 5, Block 6, Replat No 1 of La Mesa P.U.D., in S1 & S12, T1N, R102 W of the 6th pm, Town of Rangely, Rio Blanco County. All interested citizens and groups are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. By: Lisa Piering, Town Clerk Please note this public hearing is scheduled for April 23, 2013, on recommendations from the Planning & Zoning Commission on April 12, 2013. Published: April 18, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

MEEKER SANITATION DISTRICT SPECIAL BOARD MEETING April 24, 2013 7:00 PM A Special Board Meeting of the Meeker Sanitation District will be held at the Office of the Meeker Sanitation District at 265 8th Street, Meeker, Colorado 1. Call to order 2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda 3. Disinfection System Upgrade 4. Recess This agenda is subject to change without further notice. Agenda is posted at the office of the Meeker Sanitation District. Published: April 18, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that Rio Blanco County (hereafter referred to as the “Sponsor” or “Owner”), will receive sealed bids for Meeker Airport Large Aircraft Apron Construction Project, State Project No. 13-EEO-01, at the Meeker Airport. The project involves the following: Construction of a large aircraft apron including excavation and embankment, subbase course, base course, drainage, asphalt pavement, pavement markings, and lighting. The bids must be prepared on forms supplied by the Owner and filed with the Rio Blanco County Commissioners, BY MAIL at P.O. Box i, ATTN: Teresa Anderson, Meeker, CO 81641, with the envelope clearly marked with the name of the bid, and received no later than 4:00 PM, Thursday May 16, 2013 OR HAND DELIVERED to Rio Blanco County Commissioners, 17497 State Highway 64, County Annex Building, Rangely, Colorado 81648 with the envelope clearly marked with the name of the bid no later than 11:00 AM, Monday, May 20, 2013. Hand delivered bids will be accepted ONLY on the date of the bid opening. Delivery of bids by all commercial carriers is considered to be BY MAIL and not HAND DELIVERED. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Board of County Commissioners meeting in Rangely, Colorado in the presence of the bidders and their representatives on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 11:15 AM. The Bidder (proposer) must supply all the information required by the bid or proposal forms and specifications. No bids will be received after the specified hour and date. Bids that are not prepared and filed in accordance with proposal requirements and conditions of the specifications may be rejected. The low bidder for a bid schedule or combination of bid schedules shall be determined based on the lowest responsive bid that fits the Owner’s priorities and funding constraints. Bids may not be withdrawn after the time fixed for opening them. The County reserves the right to waive irregularities in the bids and reject any and all bids. All bids must be accompanied either by a certified check, payable to Rio Blanco County in the amount of five percent (5%) of the bid, or by a Bid Bond in a like amount and executed by an approved surety company. The check or bond will be retained by the Owner as liquidated damages if the successful bidder refuses or fails to enter into contract and performance bond in accord with his bid within fifteen (15) days after date of notification of award. Minimum wage rates as established by the Department of Labor are applicable to the work performed on this project. The proposed construction contract, together with detailed drawings and specifications for the construction of the work are available for inspection at the Meeker Airport Manager’s Office or by contacting Samantha Lopez at (970)878-4349. The same may be obtained from the office of the Engineer, GDA Engineers, 1508 Stampede Avenue, P. O. Box 338, Cody, Wyoming 82414, (307)587-3411, for a non-refundable reproduction charge of $100.00. Interested parties may register and view the plans and specifications at www.gdaengineers.com. Online contract documents are for use by subcontractors and suppliers in preparing quotations to prime bidders. All prime bidders must purchase a hard copy of the Project Manual and the Plan Set from GDA Engineers for $100.00. Hard copies will be available after April 24, 2013. A Certification of Non segregated Facilities must be submitted prior to the award of the proposed contract, including any subcontracts in excess of $10,000.00. All bidders are advised to examine the site to become familiar with all site conditions. The project will be shown to interested Bidders at 1:00 PM on May 7, 2013 local time, at the airport in Meeker. BY ORDER OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY. /s/Samantha K. Lopez Samantha K. Lopez RBC Airport Projects Coordinator Publication Dates: April 18, April 25, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

AGENDA RANGELY BOARD OF TRUSTEES (TOWN COUNCIL) Regular Meeting of April 23, 2013 *****7:00 P.M. ***** Council Chambers – Municipal Building 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Invocation 4. Pledge of Allegiance 5. Minutes of Meeting A. Approval of Minutes of April 9, 2013. (Submitted) 6. Petitions and Public Input 7. Changes to Agenda 8. Public Hearings (7:30) A. Final Reading of Ordinance 677 a continuing moratorium on the use or consumption of marijuana or marijuana products on commercial and industrial zoned property that operates as a place of private assembly for the purpose of inviting persons to use or consume marijuana products on site. B. Public Hearing Special Event Liquor License CNCC Foundation/Rodeo Club Event C. Public Hearing to consider the administrative review of lot line adjustment Geer/Thacker Minor Subdivision being a replat of Lots 4 & 5, Block 6, Replat No 1 of La Mesa P.U.D., in S1 & S12, T1N, R102 W of the 6th pm, Town of Rangely, Rio Blanco County D. Public Hearing to consider the administrative review of lot line adjustment to Lebleu Minor Subdivison a replat of Lot 26 Dragon Wash subdivision and Lot 70 replat of Lots 23-25 of Dragon Wash Subdivision, in S2, T1N, R102W of the 6th pm Town of Rangely, Rio Blanco County 9. Committee/Board Meetings A. Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado (AGNC) meeting Thursday April 18th, 2013 – BOARD OF DIRECTORS (9:15 3:30) 3090 North 12th – Unit B, Hospice Center, Grand Junction, Colorado. 10. Supervisor Reports A. Vicky Pfennig B. Kelli Neiberger 11. Report from Officers A. Town Manager Update 12. New Business A. Discussion and action to approve the Financial Statement April 2013. B. Discussion and action to approve Ordinance 677 a continuing moratorium on the use or consumption of marijuana or marijuana products on commercial and industrial zoned property that operates as a place of private assembly for the purpose of inviting persons to use or consume marijuana products on site. C. Discussion and Action to approve Special Event Liquor License CNCC Foundation/Rodeo Club Event D. Discussion and action to approve the administrative review as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission of lot line adjustment Geer/Thacker Minor Subdivision being a replat of Lots 4 & 5, Block 6, Replat No 1 of La Mesa P.U.D., in S1 & S12, T1N, R102 W of the 6th pm, Town of Rangely, Rio Blanco County E. Discussion and action to approve the administrative review as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider the administrative review of lot line adjustment to Lebleu Minor Subdivison a replat of Lot 26 Dragon Wash subdivision and Lot 70 replat of Lots 23-25 of Dragon Wash Subdivision, in S2, T1N, R102W of the 6th pm Town of Rangely, Rio Blanco County F. Discussion and Action endorsing Resolution #2013-01 UNREASONABLE ENERGY STANDARDS FOR COLORADO CITIZENS AND COLORADO ENERGY COOPERATIVES – The Resolution Opposes Senate Bill 13-252 requiring energy cooperatives to produce 25% of their energy from renewable sources by the year 2020. The bill will force cooperatives to spend billions of dollars to transfer the energy demand to renewable sources in a short timeframe, while increasing customer utility rates to unprecedented levels. 13. Informational Items A. Community Networking Meeting April 23, 2013 14. Scheduled Announcement – Local Board meetings April 2013 A. Rangely School District board meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2013 at 6:15 p.m. B. Rangely District Library regular meeting April 15, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. C. Rangely District Hospital board meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. D. Rural Fire Protection Dist board meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. E. Western Rio Blanco Park & Recreation District meeting April 8, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. F. Rio Blanco Water Conservancy Dist board meeting is scheduled for April 24, 2013 G. Rangely Chamber of Commerce board meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2013 15. Adjournment Published: April 18, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regularly scheduled board meeting on Monday, April 22, 2013, at the County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, CO Tentative Agenda 11:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners a. Pledge of Allegiance b. Changes to the Agenda c. Consideration of approval of the Board minutes of April 15, 2013 meeting d. Other 11:05 a.m. Contracts and Agreements a. Agreement for Dietician Services for White River Round- Up 11:15 a.m. Bid Opening a. Herbicide Hand Spray for the Lower Piceance Pest Control District. b. Aerial Spray bid for the Lower Piceance Pest Control District. c. RFP for Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event 2013 11:25a.m. Resolutions 11:35 a.m. Kent Walter – BLM Update 11:45 a.m. Public Comment 11:50 a.m. County Commissioners Update Break 1:15 p.m. Hearing: Natural Resources Mark Sprague a. Special Use Permit Notice 13-5 Encana Oil and Gas mesa Temporary Living Quarters The current holder of Special Use Permit (SUP) 07-08, Encana Oil & Gas, is requesting to amend the SUP to authorize the use of on-site wastewater treatment systems to reuse water for oil and gas operations, and to remove Condition 17 from SUP 07-08 and Board of County Commissioners Resolution 2007-35, related to water testing of seven springs and three wells in the project vicinity. The subject property is located at 8801 Sprague Gulch Road, Meeker, Colorado (Section 13, T4S, R96W, Parcel Number191706100004). OTHER COUNTY BUSINESS If you need special accommodations please call 970-878-9573 in advance of the meeting so that reasonable accommodations may be made. Please check the County’s website for an updated agenda. www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/commissioners. Published: April 18, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

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4310-JB DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [LLCO921000-L51100000-GA0000-LVEMC11CC140, COC-74813] Notice of Competitive Coal Lease Sale, Colorado AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Competitive Coal Lease Sale. SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that certain Federal coal reserves in the Red Wash Tracts 1 and 2 in Moffat and Rio Blanco Counties, Colorado, will be offered for competitive lease by sealed bid in accordance with the provisions of the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended. DATES: The lease sale will be held at 10 AM on Wednesday, May 29, 2013. The sealed bid must be submitted on or before 9:30 AM, Wednesday, May 29, 2013. ADDRESSES: The lease sale will be held in the Fourth Floor Conference Room of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado State Office, 2850 Youngfield Street, Lakewood, Colorado 80215. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Cashier, BLM Colorado State Office, at the address given above. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kurt Barton, Land Law Examiner, at 303-239-3714, or [email protected]. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1-800-877-8339 to contact the above individual during normal business hours. The FIRS is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to leave a message or question with the above individual. You will receive a reply during normal business hours. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This coal lease sale is being held in response to a lease by application (LBA) filed by Blue Mountain Energy, Inc. The Federal coal reserves to be offered consist of all reserves recoverable by underground mining methods in the following described lands located in Moffat and Rio Blanco counties, Colorado: Sixth Principal Meridian T. 3 N., R. 101 W., sec. 17, SW1/4SW1/4, and S1/2SE1/4SW1/4; sec. 18, lots 3 and 4, S1/2NE1/4SW1/4, SE1/4SW1/4, S1/2NE1/4SE1/4, S1/2NW1/4SE1/4, and S1/2SE1/4; sec. 19, lot 1, NE1/4, NE1/4NW1/4, N1/2SE1/4NW1/4, and N1/2NW1/4SE1/4; sec. 20, NE1/4, N1/2NW1/4NW1/4, and N1/2NE1/4NW1/4; sec. 21, W1/2NE1/4, SE1/4NE1/4, NW1/4, and N1/2SE1/4; sec. 22, S1/2NW1/4, SE1/4SW1/2, N1/2SW1/4, and SE1/4; sec. 23, S1/2SW1/4, and S1/2SE1/4; sec. 26, N1/2, SW1/4, N1/2SE1/4, and SW1/4SE1/4; sec. 27, E1/2, E1/2NW1/4, E1/2SW1/4, and SW1/4SW1/4; sec. 34, N1/2NE1/4, and NW1/4; sec. 35, NW1/4NE1/4, and N1/2NW1/4. Containing 3,154.76 acres more or less. The Tracts contain an estimated 21.3 million tons of recoverable coal reserves. The underground minable coal is ranked as C bituminous coal. The estimated coal quality on an as-received basis for the Tracts is as follows: British Thermal Unit (BTU) 8,000-10,600 BTU/lb. Volatile Matter 23.8-35.93% Moisture 10.0-15.0% Fixed Carbon 29.87-46.9% Sulfur Content 0.30-0.95% Ash Content 7.0-20.0% The Tracts will be leased to the qualified bidder of the highest cash amount provided that the high bid meets or exceeds the BLM s estimate of the fair market value of the tract. The minimum bid for the tracts is $100 per acre or fraction thereof. The minimum bid is not intended to represent fair market value. The fair market value will be determined by the authorized officer after the sale. The sealed bids should be sent by certified mail, return-receipt requested, or be hand delivered to the Cashier, BLM Colorado State Office, at the address given above and clearly marked “Sealed Bid for COC-74813 Coal Sale Not to be opened before 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 29, 2013. The cashier will issue a receipt for each hand-delivered bid. Bids received after 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 will not be considered. If identical high bids are received, the tying high bidders will be requested to submit follow-up sealed bids until a high bid is received. All tie-breaking, sealed-bids must be submitted within 15 minutes following the sale official’s announcement at the sale that identical high bids have been received. Prior to lease issuance, the high bidder, if other than the applicant, must pay the BLM the cost recovery fees in the amount of $50,969.80 in addition to all processing costs the BLM incurs after the date of this sale notice (43 CFR 3473.2). A lease issued as a result of this offering will provide for payment of an annual rental of $3 per acre, or fraction thereof, and a royalty payable to the United States in the amount of 8 percent of the value of coal mined by underground methods. Bidding instructions for the LBA Tracts offered and the terms and conditions of the proposed coal lease are included in the Detailed Statement of Lease Sale and available from the BLM Colorado State Office at the address above. Case file documents, COC-74813, are available for inspection at the BLM Colorado State Office Public Room. Helen M. Hankins, BLM Colorado State Director. Publish: April 4, 11 and18, 2013 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

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COMBINED NOTICE – MAILING CRS 38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 13-02 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 12, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Rio Blanco records. Original Grantor(s): Nancy K. Bullard, and, Branch R. Bullard Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for USAA Federal Savings Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: PHH Mortgage Corporation Date of Deed of Trust: October 26, 2007 County of Recording: Rio Blanco Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 26, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): 290353 Original Principal Amount: $404,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $380,118.18 Pursuant to CRS 38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 2 UTE TERRACE SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED NOVEMBER 29, 1995 AS RECEPTION NO. 256144 RIO BLANCO COUNTY, COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 615 Shaman Trail Meeker, CO 81641. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/12/2013, at Office of the Public Trustee, Rio Blanco County Courthouse, 555 Main Street, Meeker CO 81641, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/18/2013 Last Publication: 5/16/2013 Name of Publication: Rio Blanco Herald Times NOTICE OF RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTSOR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY AND/OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF CERTAIN SAID STATUTES, AS SUCH STATUTES ARE PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED, WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS SHALL BE SENT WITH ALL MAILED COPIES OF THIS NOTICE. HOWEVER, YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE DETERMINED BY PREVIOUS STATUTES. A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED; IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-302 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE NO MORE THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE SALE; DATE: 02/12/2013 Karen Arnold Public Trustee of Rio Blanco County, State of Colorado /s/Karen Arnold By: Karen Arnold, Public Trustee ( S E A L ) PUBLIC TRUSTEE RIO BLANCO CO COLO The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790, Barbara A. Bader #10394, Christa Kilk #29855, Deanna L. Westfall #23449, Deanne R. Stodden #33214, Jennifer C. Rogers #34682, Katharine E. Fisher #39230, Kimberly L. Martinez #40351, Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092, Britney Beall-Eder #34935, Christopher T. Groen #39976 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18TH ST., #2201, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-01020 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. (c)Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012.

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