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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, 7:00 p.m., at 7th and Park, Meeker.
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous Mon. 7 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 629-9691 . 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 and 219 Sunset Avenue Rangely. Email: [email protected] or (970) 675-2300. All services are confidential.
Meeker Housing Authority Board of Directors meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. at The Pines, 875 Water St., Meeker.
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, 878-3219home. 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.
SAFEHOUSE If you are being abused physically or mentally, you can call SAFEHOUSE for confidential shelter and help. 878-3131
The Rangely Moms Group gives pregnant women and mothers of newborns through elementary school-aged children time to take a break, join in discussions and crafts, and build relationships with other moms. We meet the first Thursday of each month from September through May, from 9-11 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church (144 S. Stanolind Ave.). Join us! For more information, call Heather Zadra at (970) 629-9937.
The VFW, American Legion, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary will meet the second Monday of each month at 5:30 PM at 290 4th St. For further information call (970) 878-5326.
Food Bank of the Rockies mobile pantry truck will be in Rio Blanco County providing food assistance to community members. Scheduled Dates for 2015: December 17. The Food Bank will be at the Meeker Fairgrounds from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Rangely Food Bank is open on Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at 204 E. Rio Blanco. To donate, please call 970-620-2407.
ATTN: Rio Blanco County Veterans: If youdo not receive VA travel allowance for visits to the Grand Jct VAMC or to the Craig VA Clinic please contact the RBC Veterans Service Office, Meeker: Joe Dungan, 878-9690 Rangely: John “Hoot” Gibson, 878-9695
Volunteer Opportunities Rio Blanco Commissioners are seeking applicants for the following boards: *Columbine Park Board, Rangely *Fair Board, Meeker & Rangely *Fairgrounds Management Board, Meeker *Historic Preservation Board, Meeker *Lodging Tax Board, Rangely *Meeker Cemetery Board *Meeker Library District Board *Planning Commission, Meeker & Rangely *Rangely Cemetery Board *Rangely Library District Board *Weed Advisory Board, Meeker & Rangely Board appointments are for 3 year terms. If you are interested in serving on one or more of these boards please send a letter of interest by December 31, 2015 to: Board of County Commissioners, Box I, Meeker, CO, 81641 or by e-mail to [email protected]. Please include your contact information with your letter.
MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE
DECEMBER 2015
NOTE: Please call 878-9368 in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below.
12/11 Bus in town
12/12 No bus
12/13 AM bus
12/14 Bus in town
12/15 Bus in town
12/16 Bus in town
12/17 Grand Jct-Medical/Bus in town
Due to Daylight Savings Time, please schedule out-of-town medical appointments before 2:00 PM. Call Streaker for a ride 878-9368. Reservations for Rec. Center Trips should be made at 878-3403. Chuckwagon 878-5627. Please call in advance for a ride to medical appointments- (970)878-9368. For Rangely dental appointments, please call (970)675-3250.
PISTOL RIVER LEATHER It’s taking a lot of firewood to keep the old shop warm! About half a mind to do something usually gets it about half done.
785 Park Ave 878-4346 www.pistolriverleather.com
ATTENTION HORSE OWNERS
If you ride on any public land in Rio Blanco or Moffat or Routt counties please call me. I would like your opinions on a few questions. ~Diane Mobley (970)878-4463.
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? Homebound trays can be ordered for over 60, suggested donation $2.50 – 12:10 p.m. pickup.)
Friday, December 11: Minestrone soup, grilled cheese, tossed salad, strawberry & banana fruit cup
Monday, December 14: Christmas party-roast turkey, mashed potatoes w/gravy, CA blend vegetables, cranberry sauce, pumpkin dessert, Community Choir
Tuesday, December 15: Smoked ham, sweet potatoes, green bean almandine, cranberry mold, pie
Wednesday, December 16: Salmon loaf/white sauce, parsley buttered potatoes, five way vegetables, fruit cocktail
**MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE** Milk, Tea and Coffee are offered with all meals. Menu subject to change. Food Bank of the Rockies Mobile Food Pantry, Meeker Fairgrounds, December 17, Thursday, 11:00-12:30
CONSTRUCTION
Roofing company looking for laborers to work on Rangely College, wage negotiable. Please contact Becky or Dianna at (435)789-6898.
Local handyman services: painting, plumbing, flooring, etc. Quality work at decent rates. For an estimate please call (970)220-2150.
Poor Boy’s Construction, LLC – Residential and commercial, new construction, remodels, repairs and handyman work, fencing, and landscaping. Please call (435)790-0178.
FARM AND RANCH
Excellent horse hay, small bales, $4.00 per bale, $6.00 for certified weed free. Also have 30 ton round bales of grass hay $120 per ton. (970)314-5923
GUNS
Colt AR-15, pre-ban, 8 mags, $1500 OBO. (970) 618-8375.
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
The bumpy GOLD RING was my only memento of my grandmother. Please return it. No questions asked. Many thanks.
YARD SALES
WHATNOT SALE, Monday-Friday, starting Thursday, December 10th, 4-6 p.m., 1108 Pinyon Ave. at the top of 12th St. on right. Lots of items for Christmas.
HELP WANTED – FULL TIME
Caregiver needed in Rangely, no experience needed, must be caring and compassionate. Call (720)837-0079.
Field service technician- gas compressor mechanic. Full time, direct hire, opportunity. Location is Williston, ND. (303)223-4307
HELP WANTED – GENERAL
Western Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation & Park District Position: Administrative Assistant
Salary + Benefits
Phone: 970-675-8211 Fax: 970-675-8011 Email: [email protected]
Application Deadline: Thursday, December 10, 2015-5:00 P.M.
Minimum Qualifications: *Must have a degree in accounting or equivalent years of training and or on the job experience. *Must have thorough knowledge running a certified Colorado Election. *Must have experience in governmental investments. *Must have experience in working with the SDA (Special Districts Association). *Must be proficient in working with Pera.
A full job description can be acquired by sending an email to the email address above.
Town of Rangely Gas Department Job Opening
Gas Utility Technician/Administrative Assistant
The Town of Rangely owns and operates the natural gas distribution system that supplies natural gas to the residents of Rangely. The Town has a full time position open in the Gas Department. Duties include but are not limited to the following: meter reading, installation and maintenance of gas lines, leak call investigations, work orders, computer tasks, filing, generating reports, etc. This person must have the ability to obtain Operator Qualification through the Department, perform at the gas utility technician level and be able to assist the Gas Department Administrator. The Gas Department falls under federally mandated Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs and Operator Qualification. Prior experience in gas distribution is desirable. The ability to work effectively with one’s coworkers and the public is a must. Valid Colorado Driver’s License required. Applicant must have the ability to perform physical labor as well as the ability to perform in an office setting. Applicant must also be willing to be “On Call” approximately one out of every four weeks upon Operator Qualification. Pre-employment screenings include a physical and a drug screen. The Town offers excellent benefits and salary is negotiable depending upon qualifications. Position open until filled. EOE. Application and letter of intent should be submitted to Lisa Piering, C/O Town of Rangely, 209 E. Main St., Rangely, CO 81648. Applications are available at: Town Hall, 209 E. Main St, Rangely, CO 81648, (970)675-8476
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
Successful restaurant owners wishing to retire. Be your own boss at the profitable Ma Famiglia Restaurant! Contact Suzan Pelloni, Western Exposures Realty. 970-623-2900
REAL ESTATE – HOMES MEEKER
FOR SALE BY OWNER – 878 Hill St. 5 BDR/3 BA home, wood stove, large rec room, fenced back yard. Many extras. 970-812-2959. [email protected]
REAL ESTATE – LAND/LOTS
35 Acres, Little Beaver Estates, Lot 18. $3,000 per acre. 970-260-5454
Residential Building Lots for Sale – 4-5 acre residential lots in West Rangely Subdivision. Gas, water, phone and electric hookups at property line of all lots. Reasonably priced at $50,000 – $60,000. Private road owned by homeowners association with minimal yearly HOA fee of $250 a year per lot. Mike or Tracy Hayes (970)675-5323.
RENTALS – MEEKER
Rustic Lodge, small cabins, winter rates, includes Wifi and other amenities (970)878-3136.
Available December 7, 835 9th St., 2 BDR, 1.5 BA, garage, $650/month + $500 deposit, (559)875-7918 or (559)284-5024
5 BDR/3 BA house on 5 acres. Avail 1/1/16. $1300 mo + deposit. Pets, livestock OK. Fully fenced. 970-756-0046 or 970-260-5832
2 BDR/1BA apartment for rent: $425 mo + elec & deposit. 2 BDR/1.5 BA townhouse: $525 mo + elec + deposit. 878-3363 or 970-260-3302
Room for Rent: All kitchen privileges and laundry. NP/NS 970-620-0917
Available 1st of Dec. 2 BDR/1.5BA apartment, privacy yard. Holiday special move-in discount. Lease. N/S, no pets. 970-620-0917
Clean 1 BDR/ 1 BA apartment, all utilities included, $330 per month. Please call (970) 220-2150.
2BR/1BA, Nice location, fenced yard. $550 per month plus utilities. 970-328-6850
2 BDR/1.5 BA townhouse, washer/dryer, small fenced backyard, newly remodeled. $650 mo, $750 deposit. Small pets negotiable. (970)878-5486 or (970)930-5646
3 BDR/2 BA house avail now on 5 acres, 13 mi up Co Rd 8. Can have up to 5 horses, 2,400 sq ft, immaculate. $1,900 mo plus deposit & utilities, NS. 970-317-8405
For rent- 2BDR, 2BA apartments, includes utilities, WD. Furnished or unfurnished, close to schools, long term or short term lease options plus damage deposit. Call (970)629-9714.
3 BDR, 1.5 BA, nicely furnished/unfurnished townhouse. Washer & dryer included, NS, water, trash & sewer included. $800/mo. plus security deposit. 878-5858.
Storage Depot 10×25 unit. 878-4808.
AVAILABLE NOW: retail space in the center of Meeker at 6th and Main in the historic Hugus Building. Includes over 5000 square feet and loading dock in the alley. This former general store has Main Street display, windows, an antique ceiling, freight elevator, built-in cupboards and 1910 era show cases. Call 970-878-4138 for details.
CLEAN REMODELED 2BD apartments, in-house laundry, storage units available, close to shopping and the downtown area & more. $575 to $685 per month. Western Exposures Realty LLC (970) 878-5877.
Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.
RENTALS – RANGELY
Clean, quiet duplex for rent 2 BDR 1 BA, new kitchen, washer/dryer, $700 per month, prefer no pets. 317 South Sunset Call (970)250-2183.
3 BDR, 1 BA, house, 2-car garage, large storage unit, large backyard, $950 + utilities (970)640-2393.
SILVER SAGE RV PARK (970)675-2259 RV Spaces for rent. Managers: Dana & Debbie Hanvey (970)675-2259 (970)216-0138
Rangely Duplex for Rent $650.00 plus deposit. 1 or 2 bedroom duplex – Newly remodeled & landscaped. Please contact Rodney 970-462-6538 or Dan 970-462-6858
MOTORCADE – MISCELLANEOUS
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.
LEGAL NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE OF PROPOSED BUDGET
Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Supervisors of the White River Conservation District for the ensuing year of 2016. That a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the conservation office at 351 7th Street, Meeker, Colorado where same is open for public inspection. That such proposed budget will be considered for adoption at a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of said district at the Halandras Building, Meeker, Colorado on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 2 p.m. Any interested elector within said White River Conservation District may inspect the proposed budget at the conservation office or contact the District Manager at 970-878-5628 in Meeker, Colorado, and file or register any objection thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget.
WHITE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
By: Chris Coleflesh, District Manager
Publish: December 3 and 10, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
PUBLIC NOTICE
As the snow season approaches, please remove everything from the street, such as trailers parked along the curb, vehicles that are not used all of the time and basketball hoops. We take this opportunity to thank you in advance for your cooperation. If you have any questions or need further information, please call (970)878-5344.
Scott Meszaros, Town Administrator
Russell Overton, Public Works Superintendent
Published: November 26th, December 3rd, December 10th, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
NOTICE OF FILING AND HEARING
A Petition for Determination of Heirs of Junior Neil Merkley and Lanae Workman Merkley, deceased, has been filed with the Rio Blanco County Court by Junae Cook. The property set forth in the petition is as follows: Rio Blanco County: Township 2 North, Range 102 West, 6th P.M. Section 30: West half of the Southeast quarter. Section 31: West half of the Northeast quarter. 160.00 gross acres Township 2 North, Range 102 West, 6th P.M. Section 30: West half of the Northeast quarter. 80.00 gross acres The interested person and heir is as follows: JuNae Cook 6906 West Indian Trail Rd Vernal UT 84078 All interested persons and owners by inheritance are directed to appear and answer the petition within 35 days after service by publication. All objections to the Petition for Determination of Heirs must be filed in writing with the Court and the filing fee paid within thirty-five days of service and that the hearing shall be limited to the objections timely filed and the parties answering the petition in a timely manner. A hearing for this matter has been set for February 5, 2016, at 2:00pm, at the Rio Blanco County Court located at 555 Main Street, Suite 303, PO BOX 1150, Meeker, CO 81641.
Published: December 3, 10 & 17, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
Notice to Creditors
Estate of Randy Scott Miller, Deceased
Rio Blanco County District Court Case Number 15PR30001
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Rio Blanco County, Colorado on or before April 4, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Sherman Romney, Esq. Romney Law Office 415 W. Victory Way Craig, CO 81625
Published: December 3, 10 & 17, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
Notice to Creditors
Estate of Julius Poole, Deceased
Rio Blanco County District Court Case Number 15PR30025
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Rio Blanco County, Colorado on or before April 4, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Keith Poole, Personal Representative c/o Turner & Perry, PC 300 Main St., Ste 202 Grand Junction, Co 81501
Published: December 3, 10 & 17, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF) 1-13.5-501, 1-13.5-1102(3), 32-1-905(2),C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly, to the electors of the Mesa View Estates Water District II of Rio Blanco County, Colorado. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 29th day of March, 2016, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, 3 directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms and 2 directors will be elected to serve 2-year terms. Eligible electors of the Mesa View Estates Water District II interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official (DEO): Mike Mungas 439 Agency Drive Meeker, CO 81641 (970)986-7949 The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: Mon-Sat from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business on January 22, 2016. If the DEO determines that a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form once, at any time, prior to3:00 p.m. on the day of the deadline. Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by the close of business on Monday, January 25, 2016. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for an absentee ballot shall be filed with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Friday, January 22, 2016. Mike Mungas Designated Election Official Signature
Published: December 10, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
SPORTS OFFICIALS FOR MEEKER YOUTH BASKETBALL (MYB)
The EASTERN RIO BLANCO METROPOLITAN RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT, a political subdivision of the State of Colorado, is soliciting proposals from qualified Sports Officials to officiate scheduled MYB basketball games (grades 3-6) from mid-January through mid-March. Interested parties are required to submit an organized letter which contains: A history of experience and qualifications. A per game rate defined; include full compensation for labor, equipment use, liability, and other associated costs incurred per game. Selected candidates will be required to sign an Independent Contractors Contract and provide proof of liability insurance. For more information contact Shelly Rogers, Recreation Manager, at [email protected] or 970-878-3403 ext. 409. Proposals must be received by the District before 5p.m. on December 18, 2015 at the District’s administrative office, Meeker Recreation Center, 101 Ute Road, Meeker, CO 81641. Proposals received after the submission deadline will not be considered.
EASTERN RIO BLANCO METROPOLITAN RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
By: Sean VonRoenn, Executive Director
Published: December 10, and 17, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
PUBLIC NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT
Notice is hereby given that work for the Town of Rangely (Owner) relating to the Phase II of the Water Treatment Plant Project in Rangely, Colorado, is complete, and FINAL PAYMENT was made on 07/15/2016 to Glacier Construction Company, 5460 S. Quebec St, Ste 200, Greenwood Village, Co 80111 (Contractor). All persons, companies or corporations that have furnished labor, materials, or other supplies or services to the Contractor, for the Town of Rangely Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2 under or in connection with the said project and whose claim has not been paid by the Contractor shall file a claim with the Town of Rangely (Owner), 209 E. Main, Attn; Jocelyn Mullen, Rangely, Co 81648. The claim must consist of a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Failure on the part of the claimant to file such settlement will relieve the Owner from any or all liability for such claims.
Town of Rangely
BY: Lisa Piering, Clerk/Treasurer
12/08/2015
Published: December 10, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
MEEKER SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-1
Board of Education Regular Board Meeting
555 Garfield Street
Monday, December 14, 2015 – 7:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance: Mr. Shults will lead the Pledge of Allegiance
3. Welcome of Guests
4. Approval of Agenda
General Public Comment Session:
(comments limited to three minutes)
Consent Agenda:
1.Approval:
Minutes from Regular Board Meeting on November 17, 2015
2.Acceptance: Financial Reports for November 2015
3.Acceptance: Check vouchers for November 2015
4.Acceptance: Resignation from Julie Bowman (HS Volleyball Coach)
5.Acceptance: Resignation from Jason Browning (HS Baseball Coach)
Public/Committee Reports: DAC, BAC, Meeker Education Foundation, BOCES
Principal Reports: Attached
1.Elementary School – Kathy Collins
2.Barone Middle School – Jim Hanks
3.Meeker High School – Amy Chinn
Superintendent Report: Attached
Action Items:
1.Approval: Personnel Hires
a.BMS Girls Basketball – Holly Knowles (Volunteer)
2.Acceptance: FY15 Draft Audit
3.Approval: Mill Levy Resolution
4.Approval: 2016 BOE Meeting Schedule
5.Approval: 2016 BOE Meeting Public Posting Location – www.meeker.k12.co.us
6.Approval: Secretary to the Board of Education – Janelle Urista and Jessica Browning
Executive Session: (If needed)
Other BOE Information
Adjournment
Check the district website at www.meeker.k12.co.us for updates to the agenda.
Published: December 10, 2015
Rio Blanco Herald Times
