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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: debbiew@theheraldtimes.com
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: newedenpcs@gmail.com or (970)878-5117 and 219 Sunset Avenue Rangely. Email: newedenrangely@gmail.com or (970) 675-2300. All services are confidential.
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.
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.
Food Bank of the Rockies mobile food pantry truck will be providing Food assistance to community members of Rio Blanco County. Scheduled Dates for 2015: January 29, February 26, March 26, April 30 & May 28. The Food Bank will be at the Meeker Fairgrounds from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring your own boxes to transport food. Seniors and handicapped served first. No qualifications or eligibility forms. Product distributed to anyone seeking food assistance on first come, first served basis. 40# senior box pickup at 10:30. Applications available for over age 60. FBR contact: Jill Heidel 877-953-3937. Sponsor contact: Debra Barney 970-878-9650.
MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE
February 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.
February 1, AM Bus
February 2, Bus in Town
February 3, Bus in Town
February 4, Bus in Town
February 5, Bus in Town, Grand Junction
February 6, Bus in Town
February 7, No Bus
February 8, AM Bus
February 9, Bus in Town
February 10, Bus in Town, Foot Clinic
February 11, Bus in Town
February 12, Bus in Town, Rifle
February 13, Bus in Town
February 14, No Bus
February 15, AM Bus
February 16, Bus in Town
February 17, Bus in Town
February 18, Bus in Town
February 19, Bus in Town, GJ Medical
February 20, Busin Town
February 21, No Bus
February 22, AM Bus
February 23, Bus in Town
February 24, Bus in Town
February 25, Bus in Town
February 26, Bus in Town, Craig
February 27, Bus in Town
Call Streaker for a ride 878-9368. Reservations for Rec. Center Trips should be made at 878-3403. Chuckwagon 878-5627.
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.)
**MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE**
FRIDAY, February 13: Hamburger Stroganoff, Pasta, Orange spiced carrots, Beets, Apricots, Biscuit. Wear red & get a prize.
MONDAY, February 16: Closed for President’s Day.
TUESDAY, February 17: Roast beef, Mashed potatoes w/gravy, Brussels sprouts, Waldorf salad.
WEDNESDAY February 18: Chicken noodle soup, Whole wheat crackers, Chopped spinach, Yellow squash, Citrus salad.
FRIDAY, February 20: Chili dog w/bun, Onions/cheese, 5 bean salad, Fresh orange, Banana, Chocolate chip cookie
COME ONE COME ALL TO THE VALENTINE’S BALL
Where: Hugus Building
When: February 14, 2015
What: Cash bar by the Lions Club
Music: The Clover Loafers
Time: 8 P.M. to 12 P.M.
Snacks: Wendlls Wonderous Things
Hope to see ya there!
PISTOL RIVER LEATHER God made some men big and some men small, but Sam Colt evened things up ~ Colt’s advertising slogan. 785 Park Avenue 878-4346 www.pistolriverleather.com
Save the date! 2015 Afterbirth Ball – April 18, 2015. Social hour begins 5:30 PM, live and silent auction, live music. Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!
ELDER CARE
In home care services available day or night. Call (970)620 – 0917.
FOR SALE
Snowblower-Husqvarna 24″, 2 stage, 5.5 HP, Tecumseh, single lever adjustable chute control, variable front & rear drive. Good, reliable machine, $225. Call Ron (970)878-3507.
GUNS
Colt AR-15, pre-ban, 8 mags, $1500 OBO. (970) 618-8375.
HUNTING
We buy ANTLERS
High Country Antlers
Elk, Deer, Moose Antlers
All Grades Top $$$
(970) 390-1332
LOST AND FOUND
Found ring on Main St. in Meeker. For information and to identify phone 878-4594.
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.
HELP WANTED – FULL TIME
MOUNTAIN VALLEY BANK
Permanent Full-time Teller Position
Great Customer Service skills
High school education or equivalent
Demonstrated aptitude for accuracy with numbers
Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Good decision-making skills
Willingness to work variety of hours, including rotation of Saturday mornings
Team Player
Basic office skills
Wage based on experience. A
pplications should be picked up at Mountain Valley Bank, 400 Main, Meeker, CO during regular business hours. EOE.
HELP WANTED – GENERAL
The Meeker Sanitation District is seeking applicants to fill an opening on the Board. Applicants must be a resident of or own property in the Meeker Sanitation District to qualify. If you are interested in becoming a Board Member for the Meeker Sanitation District, please contact the Office at 265 8th Street, or call 878-5192. You may also write for information to PO Box 417, Meeker, CO 81641.
VACANCY NOTICE
February 3, 2015
Position: Head Secretary
Meeker High School
This is a ten-month position with benefits.
Job Description: The head secretary shall serve as the office manager, accountant, and secretary to the building principal. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate professionally with students, parents, staff and community members. In addition, she/he will serve as liaison to ensure communication between the business manager and the High School Principal for timely submission of all bills, records, and reports which the financial secretary must collect and process, and/or submit to a governmental authority. The District is seeking an enthusiastic individual who wants to join a staff committed to “Seeking Excellence in All We Do”.
Qualifications – Successful candidates must have: previous experience in related area, ability to maintain good relations with staff, students, parents, and the community, ability to maintain and protect confidentiality, a good work ethic including dependability, honesty, and initiative, ability to interact and communicate effectively with others, flexibility and multi-tasking skills – able to prioritize work load effectively and efficiently, ability to maintain accurate student and accounting records, computer knowledge – word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry, strong clerical and accounting skills/experience, ability to take direction and work effectively as a team member. Applicants will be required to take a skills test. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted and undergo a background check. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Vacancy notices are posted on the district website at www.meeker.k12.co.us. Please submit application/resume/references to: Applications: Jessica Browning – Human Resources Director , Meeker Re-1 School District, School Administration Office, 555 Garfield Street, P.O. Box 1089, Meeker, CO 81641 Telephone: 970-878-9040 FAX: 970-878-3682 E-mail: admin@meeker.k12.co.us
The Meeker School District Re-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Publish February 5, 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
HOUSEKEEPING: The ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking one Head Housekeeping Position. This is a full time benefited position; hiring range $16.00 to $19.74/hour. Duties include, but are not limited to: general cleaning and light maintenance duties of district facilities as assigned by the Park and Facilities Manager. Requirements include, but are not limited to: applicant must be 18 years of age or older, possess a high school diploma or GED, read, write, speak and understand English, be available to work various shifts, primarily evenings and weekends. 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 Monday, February 16. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.
Kitchen Positions – looking for qualified individuals for kitchen positions. Must be able to communicate, be dependable, and able to put in a good day or night’s work. Appy in person and ask for Henry at Ma Famiglia.
The Rio Blanco Herald Times is looking for a part-time freelance reporter with newspaper experience to cover Meeker’s school board and/or town board meetings as well as occasional county commissioners’ meetings. If interested, call Editor-Sean McMahon at 878-4017 or 675-5033, or contact him at sean@theheraldtimes.com
Recreation Coordinator
The ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking one full-time benefited Recreation Coordinator. Salary range $12.85-17.03/hr. Duties include, but are not limited to: assist in select phases of implementing and coordinating recreational programs and special events such as gym supervision, officiating, coaching, scorekeeping, etc. Requirements include, but are not limited to: applicant must be 18 years of age or older, be available to work early morning, evening, split and/or weekend shifts. 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. Applications are available at the Meeker Recreation Center and online, www.MeekerRecDistrict.com. Complete job description is available upon request and online. Applications will be accepted through February 20, 2015. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.
SAMUELSON’S TRUE VALUE is seeking a full-time cashier. Pay dependent upon experience. Pick up application at Samuelson’s 43900 HWY 13 Meeker, CO.
Superintendent of Schools
Meeker School District Re-1
Meeker, Colorado
The Meeker School District employs 43 highly qualified certified staff members, 4 administrators, and 27 classified staff. The District has three schools serving 697 students: Meeker Elementary School (377), Barone Middle School (142) and Meeker High School (178). Salary will be negotiated based on experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications are due March 5, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Please review website at www.meeker.k12.co.us for details and application materials. Please address application, credentials and requests for information to Janelle Urista, Secretary to the Board of Education, Meeker School District Re-1, 555 Garfield Street, P.O. Box 1089, Meeker, Colorado 81641, email – janelle.urista@meeker.k12.co.us, telephone – 970-878-9040 x 620.
Meeker School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
REAL ESTATE – HOMES MEEKER
1259 Garfield, Meeker, CO $99,500.00. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath house, has a big back yard, extra storage, wood stove, gas forced heat, new interior paint and window coverings – ready to move in! Tom Tucker Realty, 970-231-0411.
In Town Paradise Updated 3BR/2BA finished basement. Located on dead-end for max privacy. 2 lots add parking. $190K meekercolorado.com 970-878-3758
REAL ESTATE – LAND/LOTS
FSBO: 22 Acre horse property and RV service, heated utility building with W/D service, new fence and more. 4751 County Road 7.(580)377-9436. $85,000.00.
RENTALS – MEEKER
Clean, quiet 2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $425/ month + deposit. Call (970) 878-3736 or (970) 260-8844
For rent, 2 BDR, 1BA home. $550/month + last month + damage deposit + electric and gas. 1st month discount with 1 year lease, pets considered. Call Ken at (970)948-5743.
Spacious 2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, new carpet, (water, trash, cable & heating included), NS/NP, coin laundry in building, $500/month + security deposit. (970)878-3739
3 BDR Trailer, fenced yard, pets okay, no smoking. References and deposit required (970) 629-0917.
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 per month. Western Exposures Realty LLC (970) 878-5877.
Clean 2BD/2BA Apartments. Furnished/Unfurnished-in unit WD, utilities included. Year lease $800, $1,500 damage deposit. Shorter term options available. Western Exposures Realty (970) 878-5877.
Storage Depot 10×25 unit. 878-4808.
Halandras Building, 300 sq. ft. interior office, includes utilities. Off street parking, easy access. (970)629-9714.
Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.
RENTALS – RANGELY
Nice 2 BDR/2BA duplex with attached covered parking, no pets. Available now. (970) 778-5040.
Rangely Duplex for Rent $650.00 plus deposit . 2 bedroom, Available immediately, newly remodeled inside and out. Contact Dan (970)462-6858 or Rodney (970)462-6538.
SILVER SAGE RV PARK (970)675-2259 RV Spaces for rent. Manager: Ben Frier (970)675-2259 (970)629-8068
Large 2 BDR/1BA apt for rent, quiet and private, good location. No pets. (970)778-5040.
Commercial property with great location. Main Street. Call for particulars. Available now. (970)778-5040.
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
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TOWN OF RANGELY
HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LICENSE
BY THE LICENSING AUTHORITY Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held to consider the application filed on Jan. 21, 2015 by Country Cafe located at 37 Park St. Unit B, Rangely, CO 81648 for a liquor license in Heidi Yardley’s name. The hearing will be held in the Court room of the Municipal building at 209 East Main, Rangely, CO 81648, on February 24, 2015 at 7:15 p.m. Remonstrances may be filed with the Rangely Liquor Licensing authority at 209 East Main, Rangely, CO 81648. All interested citizens and groups are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. By: /s/Lisa Piering Lisa Piering Clerk/Treasurer
Publish: January 29, February 5, February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
RIO BLANCO COUNTY
NOTICE OF FINAL CONTRACTOR SETTLEMENT
RIO BLANCO COUNTY 2014 LANDFILL BUILDING RELOCATION PROJECT
NOTICE is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2015 at Meeker, Colorado, final settlement will be authorized by the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners with Sage Creek Development, 1290 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641 for all work done by said CONTRACTOR on the project known as Rio Blanco County 2014 Landfill Building Relocation Project. 1) Any person, co-partnership, association, or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said project may at any time, up to and including the date specified in item 2 below, file a VERIFIED STATEMENT of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claims. 2) All such claims shall be filed with Van Pilaud, County Engineer, Rio Blanco County Road & Bridge Department, 570 2nd Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 on or before close of business February 16, 2015. 3) Failure on the part of a creditor to file such a statement will relieve Rio Blanco County from any and all liability for such claim. Dated at Meeker, Colorado this 2nd day of February, 2015. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY BY JEFFREY D. ESKELSON, CHAIRMAN
First Publication: 02/05/15 Last Publication: 02/12/15 Rio Blanco Herald Times
PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST FOR DIRECTORS
YELLOW JACKET WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by arrangement with the Clerk of Court, a hearing to appoint directors for the Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District has been set before the District Court for March 20, 2015 commencing at 2:00 p.m. in the District Court Room, Rio Blanco Combined Court, 555 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado. Any party interested in serving as a director must submit an application and appear at the Rio Blanco County District court at such time or contact undersigned counsel to participate by telephone. Directors may serve in an at-large capacity where there is a vacancy in a particular District and are not required to own property within a specific District. Preference will be given to applicants owning property within a particular District. The Districts for which applications will be considered are: District No. 1 (Lower White River); District No. 3 (Josephine); District No. 5 (Mesa); District No. 6 (Beaver-Coal Creek); and District No. 8 (Juniper). To qualify, the Applicant must be a resident of the Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District for one year and must own real property within the boundaries of the Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District. Applicants should be knowledgeable in water matters and familiar with the beneficial use of water in the YJWCD boundaries. Applications must be in writing with resumes showing background in water use and filed with the Clerk of the District Court, Rio Blanco County Combined Court, P.O. Box 1150, Meeker, CO 81641. Applications will be accepted by the Court until February 20, 2015. Please contact Scott Grosscup, Balcomb & Green, P.C., 970-945-6546, P.O. Drawer 790, Glenwood Springs, CO 81602, with any questions regarding director terms, map of the director district or other requirements.
Publish February 5, 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
Rio Blanco County 2015
Dust Control Project
REQUEST FOR BID
PROJECT NAME – 2015 Dust Control Project
Work includes the placement of approximately 409,858 gallons Blended Magnesium Chloride on various roads.
BID DOCUMENTS
Contract Documents shall be available on-line at www.govbids.com/scripts/co1/public/home1.asp, or on the county website at www.rbc.us on the Public Announcements page, or at the Rio Blanco County Road and Bridge Dept., 570 2nd Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 on February 12, 2015.
PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT AND QUESTIONS
Clint Chappell, Road and Bridge Coordinator, (970) 878-9590, Fax (970) 878-3396. Mailing address: Rio Blanco County Road and Bridge Dept., 570 Second Street, Meeker, CO 81641. All Vendors must examine the sites and become familiar with all site conditions. Any questions regarding this project are to be directed in writing to Clint Chappell before Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at 4:00 P.M. at the above address or fax number.
WORK SCHEDULE
This project shall start March 31, 2015 and be completed by June 12, 2015, pending delays due to adverse conditions. A second application on one of the county roads will be scheduled for approx. Aug. 25 as shown on the Project Application Schedule.
NON-MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING
Vendors may attend a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting: Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Rio Blanco County Road & Bridge Dept., 570 Second Street, Meeker.
BID SUBMITTALS
Vendor shall include all information required by the contract documents. Bid shall be clearly marked with Sealed Bid-2015 Dust Control the name and address of the submitting company and the bid opening date written on the sealed envelope. Each bid must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Cashier Check in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, made payable to Rio Blanco County, Colorado, or by a Bid Bond in like amount executed by a Surety Company. Mail or hand-deliver to the Board of County Commissioners, Rio Blanco County 200 Main Street, P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641, until 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 5, 2015 OR Hand-deliver on the date of bid opening to the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners, 200 Main Street, Meeker, CO until 10:45 A.M. on Monday, March 9, 2015. No bids shall be received Friday, March 6 through Sunday, March 8.
BID OPENING
Bids shall be opened and read in public at 11:15 A.M. on March 9, 2015, at the Commissioners Meeting Room, 200 Main Street, Meeker, CO. Bids submitted after 10:45A.M. will be returned not opened. Bids submitted and opened shall not be withdrawn for 30 days thereafter.
BID PREFERENCE
C.R.S. 8-19-101, et.seq, shall be observed on all construction contracts on public projects. The law states that when a construction contract for a public project is to be awarded to a bidder, a resident bidder shall be allowed preference against a nonresident bidder from another state equal to the preference given or required by the state in which the nonresident bidder is a resident.
BID AWARD
The Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids; to waive any informalities inbids; and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board, is in the best interest of the County of Rio Blanco, State of Colorado.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY, COLORADO
Dated: February 9, 2015
By: Jeffrey D. Eskelson, Chairman
Published: February 12, 19, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
RIO BLANCO COUNTY
2015 CATTLEGUARDS AND WINGS REQUEST FOR BID
PROJECT NAME – 2015 Cattleguards and Wings
THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY is soliciting bids for supplying 17 each 8-foot Cattleguard Sections, 8 each 12-foot Cattleguard Sections, and 8 pair of Cattleguard Wings.
BID DOCUMENTS
Bid Documents shall be available February 12, 2015 at the Rio Blanco County Road and Bridge Dept., 570 Second St., Meeker, CO 81641, at www.rbc.us, Public Announcements Page, and www.govbids.com/scripts/co1/public/home1.asp.
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE
Clint Chappell, Road & Bridge Coordinator, (970) 878-9590, Fax (970) 878-3396. Any questions regarding this bid are to be directed in writing to Clint Chappell before Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 4:00 P.M. at the above fax number.
DELIVERY AND PAYMENT
Material shall be delivered by May 14, 2015. Alternate delivery schedules will be considered. Bid price shall be F.O.B. Meeker, Colorado. Payment shall not be made upon delivery. The county regular accounts payable schedule shall be followed.
BID SUBMITTALS
Bids shall have Vendor name and address and 2015 Cattleguards and Wings Bid written on the sealed envelope. Mailed bids are due no later than 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 5, 2015. No bids shall be received Friday, March 6 through Sunday, March 8. Hand-delivered bids will be accepted until 11:00 A.M. on date of bid opening. Do not depend on overnight delivery. Mailing and hand-delivery address: Rio Blanco County Commissioners, P.O. Box i, 200 Main St., Meeker, CO 81641.
BID OPENING
Bids shall be opened and read in public at 11:15 A.M. on Monday, March 9, 2015 at the Commissioners Meeting Room, 200 Main St., Meeker, CO 81641. Bids submitted after 11:00 A.M. shall be returned unopened. Bids submitted and opened shall not be withdrawn for 30 days thereafter. BID AWARD
The Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids; to waive any informalities in bids; and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board, is in the best interest of the County of Rio Blanco, State of Colorado.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY
Dated: February 9, 2015
By: Jeffrey D. Eskelson, Chairman
Publish: February 12, 19, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Rangely, Colorado
Tentative Board Agenda
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent agenda. Any Commissioner or member of the audience may request an item be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately on the regular agenda prior to action being taken by the Board on the Consent Agenda. Public Comment: Any member of the public may address the Board on matters which are within the jurisdiction of the Board. If you are addressing the Board regarding a matter listed on the Agenda, you are requested to make your comments when the Board takes that matter. Please limit your comments to three minutes per member or five minutes per group. The public comment time is not for questions and answers. It is your time to express your views.
11:00 a.m. Call to order: Pledge of Allegiance
Changes to the February 17, 2015 Tentative Agenda
Approval of the February 17, 2015 Agenda
Consent
Agenda for February 17, 2015: Consideration of the Board Minutes of February 9, 2015
Notice of Final Settlement on the Landfill Building Meeker/Rangely Airports Lease Agreement with BLM for Fire Suppression Activities
Business Agenda:
-General:
-Resolutions:
-Bids:
Lower White River Weed and Pest Control District Commercial Spraying Aerial Spraying
-Contracts and Agreements:
Other Business:
Public Comments County Commissioners Updates
Adjourn
The agenda is providedfor informational purposes only; all times are approximate. Agenda items will normally be considered in the order they appear on the agenda. However, the Board may alter the Agenda, take breaks during the meeting, work through the noon hour and even continue an item for a future meeting date. The Board, while in session, may consider other items that are broughtbefore it. Scheduled items may be continued if the Board is unable to complete the Agenda as scheduled. The next regular Board meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 23, in Meeker at the County Administration Building. Please check the County website for information at www.rbc.us If you need special accommodations please call 970-878-9570 in advance of the meeting so that reasonable accommodations may be made. Publish: February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
PUBLIC NOTICE
RIO BLANCO COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on Monday March 9, 2015, the Rio Blanco Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:15 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado to consider the following: PUD (Planned Unit Development) Amendment 15-01. The Ridge Estates PUD Homeowners Association is requesting to amend their PUD Agreement to remove the requirement for sprinkler systems in townhomes. The Ridge Estates Planned Unit Development is located south of Meeker on County Road 13, north of the junction with County Road 36, in Section 34, T1N, R94W. Copies of the documents may be obtained from the Community Development Department at 200 Main Street in Meeker, Colorado, or you may call (970)878-9584 for more information between the hours of 8:00 a.m.and 5:00 p.m.
Published: February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
PUBLIC NOTICE
RIO BLANCO COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on Monday, March 9, 2015, the Rio Blanco County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:15 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado to consider the following: Meeker Collision Center Variance 15-01 – The Applicant is requesting a variance from the square footage limitation on signs to allow a total of 280 square feet of signage for the site, and allow 150 square feet for an individual sign at 43904 State Highway 13, Meeker, in Section 19, T1N, R93W. Copies of the documents may be obtained from the Community Development Department at 200 Main Street in Meeker, Colorado, or you may call (970) 878-9580 for more information between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m.
Published: February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
TOWN OF MEEKER
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
Tuesday February 17, 2015 7:00 P.M.
Regular Scheduled Board Meeting
345 Market Street, Meeker, CO
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Agenda
Approval of the Previous Minutes
Approval of Monthly Disbursements
Public Participation
Staff Updates
Agency Updates:
USFS- Mary Gillespie
RBC Fire Protection District- Chief Allen (Fireworks request)
Rio Blanco County- EDC (Katelin Cook)/Justice Center (Eric Jaquez)
New Business
Public Hearings- 7:15 p.m.
Trustee Candidate Interview(s) and Appointment; Resolution #03-2015 appointing a selected candidate to the Board of Trustees
Request from “Chippers” for renewal of Tavern Liquor License at 285 6th Street
Request renewal of Hotel/Restaurant Liquor License for Happy Holliday’s, LLC, dba “Holliday’s” located at 364 7th Street
Request from Watts Ranch Market, Inc. for renewal of Liquor or 3.2 percent Beer Retail License at 271 E. Market Street
Mayor’s remarks
Town Manager’s Report
Town Attorney’s Report
Other Board Business
Adjournment
Publish: February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
BID REQUEST
Piceance Weed and Pest Control District
Hand Spraying of Herbicide
The Piceance Weed and Pest Control District is soliciting bids for Herbicide Hand spraying. Bid packets are available by calling Chris Uphoff at 878-5130. Mailed bids are due to the Board of County Commissioners, P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641 no later than 4:00 p.m. on March 5th, 2015. If hand delivered, the bids are due no later than 11:00 a.m. on March 9th, 2015 to the Board of County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, CO. The bids will be opened after 11:00 a.m. or as listed on the agenda on March 9th, 2015. All bids must be clearly marked “Herbicide Hand Spraying” on the outside of the bid.
Publish: February 12, 19, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
BID REQUEST
Piceance Weed and Pest Control District
Fixed Wing Arial Spraying of Herbicide and Insecticide
The Piceance Weed and Pest District is soliciting bids for Herbicide and Insecticide spraying. Bid packets are available by calling Chris Uphoff at 878-5130. Mailed bids are due to the Board of County Commissioners, P.O. Box i, Meeker, CO 81641 no later than 11:00 a.m. on March 5th, 2015. If hand delivered, the bids are due no later than 11:00 a.m. on March 9th, 2015 to the Board of County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, CO. The bids will be opened after 11:00 a.m. or as listed on the agenda on March 9th, 2015. All bids must be clearly marked “Herbicide and Insecticide Arial spraying” on the outside of the bid.
Publish: February 12, 19, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
Public Notice
A public hearing has been scheduled for March 3, 2015 at 7:00 pm at the Meeker Town Hall, 345 Market Street, to consider a request for (3) Special Event Liquor License by the Meeker Lions Club to be used at 200 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641, on; March 7, 2015 from 4:30 pm to 1:00 am – Annual Chamber of Commerce Dinner, April 11, 2015 from 4:30 pm to 11:00 pm. – Annual Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Banquet, April 18, 2015 from 4:30 pm to 1:00 am. – Annual After Birth Ball.
Kathleen Sizemore Liquor Clerk
Published: February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times
Board of Education Work Session
Central Office – 555 Garfield Street
Tuesday, February 17, 2015 5:30 p.m.
Board of Education Regular Meeting
Central Office – 555 Garfield Street
Tuesday, February 17, 2015 Directly Following the Work Session
AGENDA
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance: Mr. Allen will lead the Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of the Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting February 3, 2015
ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
1. Recognitions/Celebrations
2. GoCo Grant Update
3. BOE Special Meeting Date and Time for Superintendent Evaluation Report
4. 2015/16 School Year Calendar Report
5. Policy Report
6. Certified/Classified Report
ACTION ITEMS
A. Consideration of Action Items for a Blanket Motion
B. Approval of Set-Aside Funds for Resurfacing of Track
C. Approval of BOE Special Meeting
D. Approval of 15/16 School Year Calendar
E. Approval of Policies for 2nd Reading; AE-R, AED, BEC, DAB, DAB-E, DEA, DEB, EEAF, EF, EFC, EFEA, EHB, IHBB, IHBEA, IKA, ILBC-R, JF, JFABD, JKF, JLCB, LBD-R,
F. Approval of Certified/Classified Report
OTHER BOE INFORMATION
ADJOURNMENT
Publish: February 12, 2015 Rio Blanco Herald Times