Char-Koosta News

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Storage

S & K Self-Storage
53205 Hwy 93
Ronan, MT 59864
(406) 883-4317
Various Sizes Available
Security gate
24-hour keypad access
Located right next to the People’s Center on Hwy. 93
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Lost and Found

A large teepee liner was found at the North Valley Creek dumpsite. Now that it’s coming into powwow season you might need it - must describe to claim.
If it’s yours please call Dane Morigeau, Arlee Fitness Center, to claim: 726-2302, 5am - 1pm, Monday-Friday.
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Stihl Chainsaw with bar cover and leather straps. Model 0-25, Serial #239936504, stolen from garage. REWARD offered. Call 675-2646.
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Antiques

HELENA ANTIQUES Show & Sale! Helena Civic Center! Sept.11-12, Starts 10am. $5Adm, good both days. Over 100 Dealers from five States. Don’t miss! Murry’s Lunch Available.
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Education /Training

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING. Complete programs, refresher courses, rent equipment for CDL, Job Placement Assistance. Financial assistance for qualified students. SAGE Technical Services, Billings/Missoula. Now offering Heavy Equipment. (800) 545-4546.
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Mortgages/Contracts

REAL ESTATE Lending with a conscience. Private funding for secured legitimate “non-bankable” loans with substantial equity. Cash for “Seller Held” contracts and mortgages. Creative Finance and Investments, LLC, 619 SW Higgins, Ste 0, Missoula, MT. 59803. (800) 999-4809 MT. Lic. #000203.
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Real Estate

READY TO MOVE IN! For sale on Rainbow (Dog) Lake, 1.5 acres tribal lease $25 month, 2-bedroom, 1-bath, sunroom added on; Garage, 2-sheds; 8-miles from Plains, MT. $45k (541) 888-4582.
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TROPHY ELK AREA Land Sale!! Horse trails ≠ BLM bordering. Bank liquidation sale ≠ Call Now! 20 acres w/road & utilities - $19,900. 20 acres w/new cabin ≠ WAS: $99,900 NOW: $69,900. Also available: 200-3000 acres w/trees, views, utilities; Loaded w/350 class bulls, deer and game birds. Large acreage starts at $800/acre. (888) 361-3006. www.WesternSkiesLand.com
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Wanted

Wanted to BUY: Flathead Lake (shore) tribal home site lease with direct lake access. (406) 531-6513
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WANTED: MINERAL INTERESTS Oil & Gas Leases - Experienced family owned oil production & exploration co. We’ll help you monetize your Mineral Assets. Send details to: P.O. Box 8946, Denver, CO 80201. (877) 584-3111. MineralAssets@qwestoffice.net
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Employment

S&K Technologies (SKT), S&K Aerospace (SKA), and S&K Global Solutions (SKGS) are always seeking to hire qualified individuals for the positions advertised on their websites. Visit www.skt.corp; www.ska-corp.com; and www.skgs-corp.com for all job listings. SKT, SKA, and SKGS are all AA/EEOC/American Indian Hiring Preference employers.
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Do you have an Associates or Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or Administration and at least three years experience in HR and benefits administration? Are you a self-starter and a good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills to work in a diverse cultural environment? If you answered yes, S&K Electronics, Inc. Human Resources Coordinator position could be the job for you. It currently serves a 100+ employee contract electronics manufacturing company in Pablo, Montana and requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Duties are those of an HR generalist including but not limited to recruitment and hiring, administration of benefits and drug and alcohol testing programs as well as maintenance of all records pertaining to those duties. Core work hours are 7 AM to 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday. We offer competitive wage, opportunity for annual merit increases and excellent benefits package. Submit cover letter, resume and S&K Electronics Application for Employment to S&K Electronics, Attn: HR, 56301 US Hwy 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Applications available from SKE in Pablo and Lake County Job Service in Polson. S&K Electronics is a Native American hiring preference employer, but we do hire non-native individuals as necessary to meet our manpower needs. For consideration, complete packets must be received no later than 4 PM Thursday, September 9, 2010.
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ASSOCIATE JUDGE
CSKT Tribal Court
4-Year Contract Position Term 10/1/10 TO 09/30/14
The successful applicant must be an enrolled member of the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes, at least 21 years of age and of good character and reputation, have no previous felony convictions, nor misdemeanor convictions (except minor traffic violations) within the year preceding appointment, nor have any criminal action pending against him or her at the time appointment, must have two (2) years prior experience relevant to the Tribal legal system and have working knowledge of Tribal Law, Federal Indian Law, applicable State Law, and general legal principles. All applicants must submit a Tribal application and copy of academic transcripts and/or training certificates. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. Salary range is according to judicial pay plan. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 ext. 1040. Tribal applications are also available online at ww.cskt.org. Closing date will be Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT is a Tribal Preference employer.
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BASIC EDUCATION TEACHER/ DRIVER’S ED INSTRUCTOR
Kicking Horse Job Corps
The successful applicant must possess a college degree and a current Class 1 or Class 2 Montana Teacher Certificate. This certification must be maintained. Must have a Driver Education endorsement or be able to obtain within one year. Position requires a Montana Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or incumbent must be able to acquire the (CDL) within 90 days of being hired. Position requires the state certification to be a licensed examiner to license students under a Montana State accredited Driver’s Education Program. All applicants are required to submit a completed Tribal application and relevant academic transcripts and training certificates and a copy of a Commercial Driver’s License to the Tribal Personnel Department, (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040 or visit the website www.cskt.org for the application. This position may be employed under a contract. Salary range $15.85 to $18.50 per hour, plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700, ext. 1040. Closing date will be Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. CSKT is an Indian Preference Employer.
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INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE
Nkwusm Salish Language Revitalization Institute is accepting applications for a full-time Instructional Aide position for the 2010-2011 school year. Visit www.salishworld.com to download an application or call (406) 726-5050 for more information. Nkwusm operates the Salish Language Immersion School in Arlee, MT. The school serves students from pre-school to grade 8. Applicants must have a desire and a long-term commitment to learn the Salish language. The closing date is September 16, 2010.
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JOB VACANCIES
Ronan School District No. 30
School Counselor/Grant Funded - RMS
Substitute Teachers
0.5 FTE Special Education Para Professional - PES
1.0 FTE Special Education Para Professional - KWH
1.0 FTE Special Education Preschool Para Professional - KWH
1.0 FTE Preschool Para Professional/Grant Funded
1.0 FTE Preschool Para Professional/Grant Funded
0.5 FTE Para Professional - RHS
0.5 FTE Drama Para Professional
For questions regarding the positions contact 676-3390, ext. 3200
Applications available on School District No. 30 web site:
www.ronank12.edu
    9/2

QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR
S&K Electronics
Are you a detail-oriented team player who can work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?  If your answer is yes, S&K Electronics, Inc., full-time Quality Assurance Inspector might be the job for you.  Experience in quality assurance and/or electronics manufacturing preferred.  Must be computer literate and possess good verbal and written communication skills.  HS diploma or GED required.  Position has no management or supervisory responsibilities.  Regular workweek Monday-Thursday 7 AM-5:30 PM.  Hourly, subject to FLSA overtime provisions, wage negotiable, DOE.  Competitive benefits package and opportunity for annual merit increases.  For consideration please submit cover letter and S&K Electronics Application for employment directly to:  S&K Electronics, Inc., Attn:  HR, 56301 US Hwy 93, Ronan, MT; 59864.  Phone (406) 883-6241, ext. 243; Fax (406) 883-6228; Email michal_schneider@skecorp.com (applications available at S&K Electronics in Pablo and Lake County Job Service in Polson).  Successful applicant will be scheduled for pre-hire drug test; negative results must be received before starting work.  SKE is a Native American hiring preference employer, but we do hire non-native applicants as necessary to meet our manpower needs.  Position will be open until filled.
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FISH FILLET STAFF
2010 Fall Mack Days
CS&KT Fisheries is currently planning to hire up to ten employees to be fish fillet staff during 2010 Fall Mack Days. Employees will be working Friday-Sunday, three shifts (3-10 hours dependent on fish harvest) for seven weekends beginning October 1 and ending November 14 at the Blue Bay boathouse building. Salary will begin AT $10/hr. (returning applicants who may be hired will receive $11/hr.) One applicant may be selected to supervise the fish fillet process. That applicant will supervise and give direction to other staff and will receive $12/hr. Applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license, must be able to lift 50 lbs., and have a dependable means of transportation to and from Blue Bay. Experience in filleting fish/and or food preparation is helpful but not a requirement. Duties may include but are not limited to: assisting in collection and counting of fish at Blue Bay and other collection sites, recording numbers and lengths of fish, filleting, cleaning, bagging, and storage of fish, cleaning and sanitization of preparation area-coolers-and building area, assisting anglers with coolers, assisting with the last day fish fry and awards. Other duties will include repair of research nets, cleaning of boats and boathouse, campground, garbage pick-up, delivery of processed fish, and assisting staff with boat calls. Please apply at CS&KT Personnel Department-Jan Gardipe at ext. 1040. Mack Day Fish Fillet Applications must be received on or before 5:30 P.M. Wednesday, September 15, 2010. If you have questions, feel free to contact Cindy at 883-2888, ext. 7294 or Barry at extension 7282. CSKT is an Indian Preference employer.
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LOOKING FOR A PRESS Operator for Goss Community and Ryobi Presses. Chance to manage small, but busy, print shop in north central Montana. Send resume to Printer Position, P.O. Box 847, Cut Bank, MT 59427.
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JOB OPENING - CITY OF HARDIN Police Clerk. Applications and full job description may be picked up at the Hardin Police Department located at 406 N. Cheyenne Ave. (406) 665-9279 or visit www.hardinmt.com
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CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR - Immediate opening for experienced Control Room Operator at the Hardin Generating Station in Hardin, MT. “Must have power plant operations experience and have a Class 1 boiler license.” Qualified candidates should email resumes and salary expectations to: garneson@coloradoenergy.com before Wednesday, September 8 for consideration.
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NUTRITION Educator Extension Service - 2 positions. Provide nutrition and food preparation training to adults and youth in Phillips (16 hrs/wk) and Cascade (20 hours/wk) Counties. High School diploma or GED required. Travel and car required. Wage $10.50 per hour. Excellent Benefits pkg. for Cascade. Firm deadline for both are September 13, 2010. Questions contact: Cascade Extension Service, Jona McNamee (406) 454-6980; Phillips County Extension Service, Paula Enkerud (406) 353-2656. More information on the application process: MSU - (406) 994-6648. Application materials are available at http://www.montana.edu/msuinfo/jobs/class/.  MSU-Bozeman is an ADA/ EEO/ AA/ Vet Pref Employer.
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COMPANY DRIVERS (Solos & Hazmat Teams). *Great Pay. *Great Miles. *CDL-A Req’d. New to trucking...we will train. Variety of dedicated positions available. (866) 259-2016. Swift.
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Public Notices

MISSION VALLEY POWER PROPOSES RATE INCREASE
Public Comment Period Extended
Mission Valley Power is seeking public comment regarding its proposal to increase the monthly basic charge by $2.50, consolidate area light and un-metered street light fees, and charge for the installation of an area light wood pole. The energy rate (kilowatt hours) will not see an increase at this time. The cost of doing business has made it a necessity to incorporate a minimal rate increase. The effective date of this increase is planned for January 1, 2011.
Per customer feedback, one additional meeting for Public Comment will be held on Thursday, September 9, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at MVP’s Pablo Office Conference Room. Oral comments may be made at this meeting and should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments may be sent to the MVP Consumer Council Chair, Lissa Peel, PO Box 97, Pablo MT 59855. Comments must be received no later than September 16, 2010.
Proposed is an increase in the Basic Monthly Charge:
•    Residential Rate & General Services without Demand from $7.50/mo. to $10.00/mo.
•    General Services With Demand
•    Single Phase from $25.00/mo. to $27.50/mo
•    Three phase from $42.50/mo to $45.00/mo.
•    Large Commercial from $127.50/mo to $130.00/mo.
•    Elimination of Area Lights with New Wood Poles and Unmetered Street Lights
•    Charge for Area Light Wood Pole to retrieve actual cost - from no cost to customer to $450.00.
Public input is welcome on the proposed increase. MVP believes the majority of its customers have confidence that we are fair and diligent in our work practices. If you wish to attend the meeting, mark your calendar:
MVP Public Meeting, Thursday, September 9
6-8 p.m., MVP Conference Room in Pablo
(406) 883-7900
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SEALED BID ON FORECLOSURE SALE
CAUSE #09-394-CV
CSKT Tribal Members Only
The Tribal Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes offers the following property for sale. Personal and real property located at the West half of Lot 2 and all of Lot 3, and the South 1/2 of adjoining abandoned 14th Avenue, all in Block 15 of Grandview, a platted 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, more particularly described as Parcel A on Certificate of Survey No. 2353. This property is in fee status. Property includes a frame construction single family home with 3-bedrooms and 1-bath, 1,107 sq. ft. located at 708 14th Avenue East, Polson, Montana. All bids must be in writing, bids must be sealed and submitted to (ATTN: CHIEF OF POLICE, SEALED BID ON CAUSE #09-394-CV) on or before 5:30 p.m. of September 9, 2010. Amount: $186,573.42. Tribal Credit’s acceptance of the bid/offer will be contingent upon the purchaser(s) notifying Tribal Credit within ten days in writing of the financial arrangement for payment of the negotiated sale price. The purchaser will be allowed sixty (60) days to make payment in full, or the negotiated purchase will be considered null and void. Contact Tribal Credit for more information at (406) 275-2727, extension 1092 or extension 1094.
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IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES
________________________________________________________
                                              )
EAGLE BANK                    )    
Plaintiff,                               )    CAUSE NO. 10-0185-SC
                                             )
vs.                                        )    SUMMONS
                                             )    BY PUBLICATION
DANIEL SHERWOOD,    )
Defendant.                          )
                                              )    
THE TRIBAL COURT SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT:
YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to respond to the allegation in the above-captioned complaint filed in Tribal Court. Your written response must be received by the Tribal Court and the Plaintiff within 21 days of the last date of this publication. IN THE EVENT YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE COMPLAINT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT WILL BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU BY DEFAULT FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,412.10, TOGETHER WITH PLAINTIFF’S COSTS EXPENDED HEREIN.
GIVEN under my hand this 22nd day of July, 2010.
GENEVIEVE MORIGEAU
Clerk of Tribal Court
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THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBAL COURT OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA

NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Probate Cause #10-0126-P

In Re the Matter of the Estate of: ALPHONSE HENRY CLAIRMONT

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Dennis Clairmont, has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said Deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Personal Representative, return receipt requested, or to the Clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, Montana; 59855.

DATED this 19th of August, 2010.

/s/ Dennis Clairmont, Personal Representative
P. O. Box 456
Pablo, MT 59855
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REQUEST FOR BIDS
Fencing Projects
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) Fisheries Program is requesting bids for fencing projects in the Jocko River drainage. The work will occur on multiple sites, which are managed as Natural Resource Conservation Areas by the Fisheries Program. A portion of the fencing work will occur in sensitive wetland and riparian environments, and the contractor will be required to follow certain protocols to protect these areas.
The scope of work involves one, or more, of the following tasks: 1) constructing 4 or 5 strand wildlife fences, 2) constructing split rail wood fences, 3) installing metal and wire gates, and 4) removing existing, older fences and clearing brush in preparation for new fence construction. The Fisheries Program will provide all fencing materials, and the contractor will supply all labor, equipment, tools, and incidentals necessary to complete the scope of work.
These projects are subject to all Tribal laws, regulations, policies; and the Tribes reserve the right to reject any and all bids.
This is an Indian Preference bid. Tribal contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to submission of bids. Proof of Indian Preference must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the Certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised that evidence of your membership or affiliation with a Tribe does not constitute Indian Preference Certification. You must be certified by the Indian Preference Office in order to claim preference. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes 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.
Please contact Rusty Sydnor in the CSKT Fisheries Program office (406) 275-2700, ext. 7250; or the direct line: 883-2888, ext. 7250; or by email: rsydnor@cskt.org to request a bid package for this work. Bids are due in the CSKT Fisheries Program Office by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, September 13, 2010. Project will commence immediately upon selection of a contractor, weather permitting.
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REQUEST FOR BIDS
General Contract Bids for Bus Maintenance Facility
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) is soliciting sealed General Contract bids for a bus maintenance facility and other misc. work to be added to the Quicksilver Service Center located in Pablo, Montana. The work of this bid includes excavation, concrete, concrete masonry, wood framing, doors and windows, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and other work for a complete installation. Starting Monday, September 13, 2010, bidding packets may be obtained in person from Lisa Fiddler at the offices of the CSKT Maintenance Department located in Pablo, MT. Bidding packets may also be obtained by phone at (406) 675-2700, extension 1272, or by e-mail at lisaf@cskt.org.
In order to be considered, sealed bids must be received at the above listed offices no later than 2:00 PM local time on Tuesday, September 28, 2010. Bids will be publicly opened, read aloud, and taken under consideration. Bids must be honored for a period of 30 days after the bid opening. This project is not subject to the Montana State 1% Gross Receipts Tax. This project is subject to the 10% Indian Preference Ordinance of the CSKT.
The CSKT reserves the right to reject all bids, reject individual non-responsive bids, or to award or reject the project to the lowest responsive bidder.
    9/2

REQUEST FOR BIDS
Prime Contract Bids for Emergency Electrical Generator
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) is soliciting sealed Separate Prime Contract bids for an Emergency Electrical Generator, to be installed at the CSKT Law and Order Building located at the tribal complex in Pablo, Montana. The work of this bid includes supplying the new emergency generator, concrete support pad, electrical switchgear, and all other work for a complete installation. Starting Monday, August 30th, bidding packets may be obtained in person from Lisa Fiddler at the offices of the CSKT Maintenance Department located in Pablo, MT. Bidding packets may also be obtained by phone at (406) 675-2700, extension 1272, or by e-mail at lisaf@cskt.org.
In order to be considered, sealed bids must be received at the above listed offices no later than 2:00 PM local time on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. Bids will be publicly opened, read aloud, and taken under consideration. Bids must be honored for a period of 30 days after the bid opening. This project is not subject to the Montana State 1% Gross Receipts Tax. This project is subject to the 10% Indian Preference Ordinance of the CSKT.
The CSKT reserves the right to reject all bids, reject individual non-responsive bids, or to award or reject the project to the lowest responsive bidder.
    9/2

REQUEST FOR BIDS
Improvements to CSKT facilities

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) is soliciting sealed Separate Prime Contract bids for the CSKT Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Project, consisting of energy related improvements to be made to six CSKT owned facilities located at the tribal complex in Pablo, Montana. Bidding packets may be obtained in person from Lisa Fiddler at the offices of the CSKT Maintenance Department located in Pablo, MT. Bidding packets may also be obtained by phone at (406) 675-2700, extension 1272, or by e-mail at lisaf@cskt.org. Separate Prime Contracts will be let for 1) Building Insulation, 2) Mechanical/HVAC, 3) Electrical, 4) Digital Controls.
A mandatory pre-bid facility tour is scheduled for August 31, 2010 at 10:00 AM. Bidders will meet at the main entrance lobby of the Tribal Administration Building at the center of the Tribal Complex in Pablo, Montana. Bidders who do not attend the pre-bid tour will have their bids rejected.
In order to be considered, sealed bids must be received at the above listed offices no later than 2:00 PM local time on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Bids will be publicly opened, read aloud, and taken under consideration. Bids must be honored for a period of 30 days after the bid opening. Bids must be accompanied by a refundable 10% bid security. The successful bidder must provide a 100% performance and payment security with no exceptions. This project is not subject to the Montana State 1% Gross Receipts Tax. All on-site workers must be paid not less than the federally mandated Davis-Bacon wages, which are included in the project information. This project is subject to the 10% Indian Preference Ordinance of the CSKT, however the 3% Indian Preference Fee will not be assessed. This project is funded entirely by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This project is also subject to the Buy American requirements of the ARRA funding.
The CSKT reserves the right to reject all bids, reject individual non-responsive bids, or to award or reject the project to the lowest responsive bidder for each Separate Prime Contract.
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NOTICE OF AUCTION
S&K Self Storage Contents
S&K Self Storage located at 56749 Hwy 93 in Pablo, MT. (West of People’s Center) will be holding a Storage Auction on Saturday, September 11th on the following units: 23, 11, 33, 17, 60, 21, 56, 40 & 56. Bidding starts at 10am.
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IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA
________________________________________________________
                                                )
SALISH KOOTENAI            )
HOUSING AUTHORITY,    )
Plaintiff,                                  )    CAUSE NO. 10-0244-CV
                                                )
vs.                                           )    SUMMONS
                                                )    BY PUBLICATION
JEFF FERREIRA,                )
Defendant.                             )
                                                )    
THE TRIBAL COURT SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT:
YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to respond to the allegation in the above-captioned COMPLAINT FOR EVICTION filed in Tribal Court. Your written response must be received by the Tribal Court and the Plaintiff within 21 days of the last date of this publication. IN THE EVENT YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE COMPLAINT, JUDGMENT WILL BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU BY DEFAULT FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT TOGETHER WITH PLAINTIFF’S COSTS EXPENDED HEREIN.
Your annuity payment, lease and land sales monies will be held, or your wages garnished and applied to the default judgment owed, unless satisfactory relief is made by you.
GIVEN under my hand this 18th day of August, 2010.
CARA CROFT
Clerk of Court
    9/2

IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA
________________________________________________________
                                                )
SALISH KOOTENAI            )
HOUSING AUTHORITY,    )
Plaintiff,                                  )    CAUSE NO. 10-0307-CV
                                                )
vs.                                           )    SUMMONS
                                                )    BY PUBLICATION
WAYNE TRAHAN,              )
Defendant.                            )
                                                )    
THE TRIBAL COURT SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT:
YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to respond to the allegation in the above-captioned COMPLAINT FOR EVICTION filed in Tribal Court. Your written response must be received by the Tribal Court and the Plaintiff within 21 days of the last date of this publication. IN THE EVENT YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE COMPLAINT, JUDGMENT WILL BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU BY DEFAULT FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT TOGETHER WITH PLAINTIFF’S COSTS EXPENDED HEREIN.
Your annuity payment, lease and land sales monies will be held, or your wages garnished and applied to the default judgment owed, unless satisfactory relief is made by you.
GIVEN under my hand this 18th day of August, 2010.
CARA CROFT
Clerk of Court
    9/2

August 4, 2010
Peter Oliver Joseph Butterfly
P.O. Box 801
Arlee, MT 59821
RE: Lease No. 2-CA002-03-28

Dear Mr. Butterfly:

This letter is to notify you that we have determined that you are in violation of your homesite lease. This notice will inform you of what you must do in order to avoid further enforcement actions being taken against you.

It has been determined by our Field Compliance Technician that you are in violation of your homesite lease as follows:

(1) Non-payment of annual homesite lease rental in the amount of $75.00 as stipulated in Section 1 of your homesite lease contract.

Additionally, please be advised that you will be assessed a fee of $15.00 to cover the administrative fee for BIA processing of each notice or demand letter per 25 CFR 162.616.

The above violations must be resolved. The failure to resolve the above-identified deficiencies is a violation of the terms and conditions of your lease and may result in the cancellation of the lease and a collection action against you.

The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 25, Part 162.618 requires that within ten (10) business days of the receipt of this notice of violation, that you must:

(1) Cure the violation and notify us in writing that the violation has been cured;
(2) Dispute our determination that a violation has occurred and/or explain why we should not cancel the lease; or
(3) Request additional time to cure the violation. (If we decide to grant you additional time in which to cure the violation, you must proceed diligently to complete the necessary corrective actions within a reasonable time or within the time period specified.)

Please contact the Tribal Lands Department within ten (10) business days from the receipt of this letter to show cause why the lease should not be cancelled, and to make arrangements to correct the contractual noncompliance. Please direct all written plans, or responses to take corrective action to cure the breach on the above-listed lease to the Tribal Lands Department, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855.

All responses must be made to the Tribal Lands Department in writing. There will be no verbal agreements made regarding your non-compliance.

Sincerely,
Teresa Wall-McDonald
Tribal Lands Department Head
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The following is the complete text of an amendment to the Montana Constitution to be submitted to the voters of the state of Montana at the November 2, 2010 General Election. The text of the amendment below is being published by the authority of Section 13-27-311, Montana Code Annotated, by Secretary of State Linda McCulloch. For more information, or for a copy of the Voter Information Pamphlet, contact the Secretary of State’s Office at SOSElections@mt.gov, or call toll free at 1-888-884-8683.
THE COMPLETE TEXT OF CONSTITUTIONAL INITIATIVE NO. 105 (CI-105)
BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MONTANA:
NEW SECTION. Section 1. Article VIII of The Constitution of the state of Montana is amended by adding a new section 17 that reads:
Section 17. Prohibition on real property transfer taxes. The state or any local government unit may not impose any tax, including a sales tax, on the sale or transfer of real property.
NEW SECTION. Section 2. Retroactive Applicability. [This act] applies retroactively, within the meaning of 1-2-109, to the sale or transfer of real property beginning after January 1, 2010.
NEW SECTION. Section 3. Severability. If a part of [this act] is invalid, all valid parts that are severable from the invalid part remain in effect. If a part of [this act] is invalid in one or more of its applications, the part remains in effect in all valid applications that are severable from the invalid applications.
NEW SECTION. Section 4. Effective date. [This act] is effective upon approval by the electorate.
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REQUEST FOR BIDS
Fixed-wing Flight Services
The Tribal Wildlife Management Program of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes plans to contract fixed-wing aircraft services for the period of October 1, 2010 though September 30, 2011.
Potential contractors will provide fixed-wing aircraft and a trained pilot with proven and documented experience and all appropriate and required federal Aviation Management (AM) certification, with proper certification for low-altitude flying.  Documentation of required Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) commercial pilot certifications must also be submitted with bids.  Services provided may be utilized to conduct low-altitude aerial population surveys for waterfowl, eagles, big game, bears and forest carnivores.  
Potential contractors will be required to provide appropriate aircraft for this contract.  Aircraft will be required to be appropriate for mountain flying, and will have proper installed equipment, as specified by FAA and AM regulations.  Aircraft must meet a minimum of the performance level of 182 class aircraft, with a preference for that of 206 class aircraft.
A trained pilot with extensive low-altitude and mountainous terrain flight experience will be required.  Bids must include proof of appropriate pilot licensing and certification.  Pilot must have extensive documented flight experience (minimum of 4,000 hours), documented experience conducting aerial surveys in mountainous terrain (minimum of 2,000 hours), and documented experience in conducting low-altitude aerial wildlife surveys.  Pilot logs may be requested for examination of documentation of flight experience.
Pilot and aircraft must be fully-certified by the date that bids are due by AM under USDOI requirements or under USDA Forest Service requirements for low-altitude flying of the types described above.
Pilot must be familiar and have documented flight experience with the terrain and hazards typically encountered on the Flathead Indian Reservation, including Flathead Lake, the lower Flathead River, the Mission Mountains and valley floors.
Dates, locations and survey routes for specific surveys will be determined and directed by the Tribal Wildlife Program Manager.
Proposals must contain the following:
   1)    description of available aircraft proposed for use in this contract and required safety and avionics features of the aircraft, including VHF-FM radio, Emergency Locator Transmitter, Automatic Flight Following equipment, and GPS location plotting equipment;
   2)    proof of Aircraft Management certification of pilot and aircraft for low-altitude flying;
   3)    resume of pilot, including specific reference to relevant flight experience;
   4)    proof of current aircraft pilot license;
   5)    proof of approved FAA Pilot Medical Certificate;
   6)    proof of Pilot Competency /Proficiency Check.
   7)    proof of federal Aircraft Management certification of aircraft and pilot for low-elevation flying;
   8)    information on physical location of aircraft and pilot;
    9)    estimated flight time to and from Polson, Montana; and
   10)    cost per hour for all proposed aircraft and pilot;
This is an Indian Preference Bid.
Tribal contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids.  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 that evidence of your membership or affiliation with a Tribe does not constitute Indian Preference Certification.  You must be certified by the Indian Preference Office in order to claim preference.
The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes 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.
Send bids (cost per hour) and all other required information for specified aircraft and pilot to Mr. Dale Becker, Tribal Wildlife Program Manager, Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, P. O. Box 278, Pablo, Montana  59855.  Bids and all other required information must be received no later than 5:30 p. m. on Thursday, September 23, 2010.  Information submitted after that date will not be accepted for consideration.  Selection of contractor will be made by October 1, 2010.
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IN THE SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION OF THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES
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SALISH KOOTENAI           )
HOUSING AUTHORITY    )    
Plaintiff,                                 )    CAUSE NO. 10-032-SC
                                               )    SMALL CLAIMS
vs.                                          )    SUMMONS BY
                                               )    PUBLICATION
BRITTANI CHARLO,         )
Defendant.                           )
                                               )    
TO THE DEFENDANT NAMED ABOVE:
YOU ARE HEREBY directed to appear and answer the above captioned Small Claims Complaint against you at the courtroom of the Tribal Court in the Tribal Complex at Pablo, Montana, on the 12th day of October, 2010, at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, and to have with you all books, papers, and other evidence, as well as witnesses, you may need in presenting your defense and/or in proving your counterclaim. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT THE APPOINTED TIME, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE ENTIRE AMOUNT DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT ($735.73) AND FOR THE COSTS OF BRINGING SUIT.
You are hereby further notified that, within 15 working days of receiving this Summons By Publication, you may request that this case be removed from the Small Claims Division and transferred to the civil trial court in Tribal Court to be formally heard under the law and procedure provided under Tribal Law. You should immediately come to Tribal Court to read the Complaint and the Small Claims Instructions and Forms packet. You may also seek legal advice on how to proceed.
DATED this 30th day of August, 2010.
GENEVIEVE MORIGEAU
Clerk of Tribal Court
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IN THE SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION OF THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES
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SALISH KOOTENAI           )
HOUSING AUTHORITY    )    
Plaintiff,                                 )    CAUSE NO. 10-036-SC
                                               )    SMALL CLAIMS
vs.                                          )    SUMMONS BY
                                               )    PUBLICATION
GLENDA STEVENS,         )
Defendant.                            )
                                                )    
TO THE DEFENDANT NAMED ABOVE:
YOU ARE HEREBY directed to appear and answer the above captioned Small Claims Complaint against you at the courtroom of the Tribal Court in the Tribal Complex at Pablo, Montana, on the 12th day of October, 2010, at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, and to have with you all books, papers, and other evidence, as well as witnesses, you may need in presenting your defense and/or in proving your counterclaim. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT THE APPOINTED TIME, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE ENTIRE AMOUNT DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT ($2327.00) AND FOR THE COSTS OF BRINGING SUIT.
You are hereby further notified that, within 15 working days of receiving this Summons By Publication, you may request that this case be removed from the Small Claims Division and transferred to the civil trial court in Tribal Court to be formally heard under the law and procedure provided under Tribal Law. You should immediately come to Tribal Court to read the Complaint and the Small Claims Instructions and Forms packet. You may also seek legal advice on how to proceed.
DATED this 30th day of August, 2010.
GENEVIEVE MORIGEAU
Clerk of Tribal Court
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IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA
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SALISH KOOTENAI            )
HOUSING AUTHORITY,    )
Plaintiff,                                  )    CAUSE NO. 10-0297-CV
                                                )
vs.                                           )    SUMMONS
                                                )    BY PUBLICATION
NICOLE FOUR HORNS,    )
Defendant.                             )
                                                 )    
THE TRIBAL COURT SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT:
YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to respond to the allegation in the above-captioned COMPLAINT FOR EVICTION filed in Tribal Court. Your written response must be received by the Tribal Court and the Plaintiff within 21 days of the last date of this publication. IN THE EVENT YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE COMPLAINT, JUDGMENT WILL BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU BY DEFAULT FOR THE RELIEF DEMANDED IN THE COMPLAINT TOGETHER WITH PLAINTIFF’S COSTS EXPENDED HEREIN.
Your annuity payment, lease and land sales monies will be held, or your wages garnished and applied to the default judgment owed, unless satisfactory relief is made by you.
GIVEN under my hand this 24th day of August, 2010.
CARA CROFT
Clerk of Court
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