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Quarreling mayors accuse each other of bullying by Victoria Howell Stevensville Mayor Brandon Dewey says he’s at the end of his rope regarding former mayor Jim Crews’ complaints about council procedure. That’s what prompted him to craft a response to the most recent complaint and send it out to Crews as well as members of the media. The latest complaint from Crews was about a five-minuteper-person time limit for public comment that was set for the hearing on the Burnt Fork Estates subdivision that was held on March 4, and also the presence of a police officer at the meeting. According to Crews’ emailed letter to the Town, if the council wanted to set a time limit for public comment, that item needed to be on the agenda for the meeting, and it was not. (You can read Crews’ letter on the Opinion page.) Dewey’s response begins, “As a general rule, I have refrained from directly responding to the rhetoric that you frequently chunder. The Town’s staff, myself, and many others in the community have tolerated your bullying and mistreatment longer than anyone should have to. Nonetheless, it is important that the procedure followed at Thursday’s public hearing be highlighted as you have conveniently misinterpreted factual basis (again). And, while you have demonstrated your ability to cite the many relevant codes and laws, simply citing so does not make you right.” The Star contacted attorney Mike Meloy, an expert on Montana laws regarding the public’s right to know and participate. He agrees with Crews that the time-limit item should have been on the agenda. However, Council Rules as well as the published guidelines for citizen participation that appear on every agenda give the council and/or the presiding officer the right to set time limits for public comment. “It was not our intent to silence the citizens,” said Dewey. “At the end of the day, everyone had a chance to speak in a timely manner.” Crews told the Star that he did not attend the meeting, but had heard from a number of people that the mayor was yelling at people. “People who attended the hearing were saying that Dewey was yelling at the people,” said Crews. “He needs to respect the citizens of the town. What they did was wrong. They made a decision. They called in a policeman. They’re trying to stop the people from making their wishes known.” The mayor said he knew he had the right to implement a time limit, but he preferred that the decision be put forth by the town council since it was their hearing. The council could have requested that the mayor make a time limit but they decided to do it themselves. “I’m comfortable with that call,” said Dewey. See Mayor, page 12
The public hearing for the proposed Burnt Fork Estates subdivision was held at the LDS Church in order to accommodate the large crowd. Only one person spoke in favor of the development. Victoria Howell photo.
Development raises concerns Residents pack LDS church to discuss Burnt Fork Estates by Victoria Howell At a two-and-a-half-hour in-person public hearing on March 4 at the LDS church on the proposed Burnt Fork Estates subdivision, the Stevensville Town Council heard from more than two dozen people, with only one – a real estate agent involved in the sale of the property – speaking in favor of the development. The 220-unit subdivision, including single- and multi-family units as well as a 16-lot commercial area, is proposed to be built on 57 acres at the corner of Logan and Middle Burnt Fork Roads on agricultural land that was annexed into
the town when the adjacent Creekside Meadows subdivision was approved nearly two decades ago. John Kellogg with PCI, the consulting firm representing developers Dwight and Ralph Hooley, gave a brief overview of the project. The project has been reviewed by town staff and the Planning and Zoning Board, both of which have recommended conditional approval of the preliminary plat. According to Kellogg, the project is still in the earliest stages of review, and additional conditions could be incorporated during the next stages of the process. Kellogg also mentioned a letter he had received from the school district, stating they were not interested in participating in a proposed pedestrian access trail between the subdivision and the school at this time, so Kellogg said the developers would reserve an easement for future pedestrian access. In response to previous concerns from the public about the commercial zone,
Kellogg emphasized that commercial lots would improve the town’s tax base more than the residential lots. Most of a letter – it was cut off due to a five-minute time limit – from Susan Brown was read into the record. Brown stated that “the developer has failed to provide proof of a proven water supply to meet its water demand.” She said that based on the proposed 78 single-family residences with 2.5 baths, 142 multi-family residences with 1.5 baths, irrigation of 28.2 acres, and commercial office spaces, the total gallons per minute during peak demand would be 600, rather than 239 listed. She also pointed out that there are no limitations on what is built, whether duplex, four-plex, 2.5 bathrooms or four bathrooms, which could make the water demand even higher. She also said that the plat map “must specify the exact type of ‘multi-family unit’ that is allowed on each lot.” See BFE, page 13
RML scientists say viruses could be used to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria by Michael Howell
A human neutrophil interacting with Klebsiella pneumoniae (pink), a multidrug–resistant bacterium that causes severe hospital infections. Credit: NIAID
Serious bacterial infections like pneumonia can be life threatening. For decades, however, most serious cases could be successfully treated with antibiotics. That is until some bacteria mutated and developed resistance to antibiotic treatment. Some of these, like bacterium Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258, have gotten so good at it that they have rendered antibiotic treatment virtually useless. The high rates of morbidity and mortality associated
with untreated K. pneumoniae infections led the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to include it on its list of the biggest antibiotic resistance threats in the United States. Now, bacterial resistance has emerged against even the newest drug combinations, leaving some patients with few or no effective treatment options. As a result, a team of scientists working at Rocky Mountain Laboratories in Hamilton, in collaboration with labs at the National Cancer Institute in
Bethesda, Maryland (all part of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases), decided to take another look at a different kind of therapy that has been pursued for over a century, but research on which got eclipsed by the roaring success of antibiotics once they arrived on the scene. That old way of treating bacterial infections involved using viruses to attack the bacteria, instead of antibiotics. This type of treatment was known as bacteriophage therapy, or “phage therapy” for short. What
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The month of February dealt above average snow for the second consecutive month, while increasing snowpack in all major basins, according to snowpack data from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The Bitterroot Basin snowpack is at 101 percent of average as of March 1. February brought improvements to the snowpack in southwest Montana, which saw below average January snowfall. “Significant improvements were made, particularly in the Bridger Mountain Range, where snowpack nearly doubled over the course of the month affecting totals in the Gallatin and
Shields River Basins” said Brian Domonkos, NRCS water supply specialist. The Lower Clark Fork River Basin was the only watershed to experience below average February snowfall.Both the Missouri Headwaters and the Milk River Basins are considerably below average this year. The Lower Yellowstone is well above average and even above last year, by as much as 25 percent, in the Tongue River Basin. As was the case in 2011, March and April can present above average snowfall and could add to snowpack totals in below average areas, while increasing snowpack in the Lower Yellowstone as well. “Conditions are quite variable
this year across our area, and still warrant a watchful eye over the coming months, whether above or below average,” Domonkos said.Typically, on March 1 nearly 80 percent of the average seasonal snowpack has accumulated, meaning one fifth of the snowfall season remains. Streamflow prospects across the state have increased 5 percent since last month, a direct reflection of the 5 percent increase in snowpack. Most streamflow forecasts improved slightly since last month, with the greatest gains being made in the Yellowstone River Basin. The Jefferson River Basin currently shows the lowest seasonal volume outlook below 80 percent.
Sheriff investigates mule death from gunshot Staff Report The Ravalli County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a mule that occurred south of Stevensville last week. Sheriff Steve Holton said the mule was killed by an apparent gunshot injury, sometime between the hours of 8 p.m. on February 25th and 4 p.m. February 26th, when the property and livestock owner discovered the body. The RCSO is investigating to determine the nature of the incident and if it was a deliberate act. Sheriff Holton said the crime is being investigated as Criminal Mischief at this time, and since the animal killed was a commonly domesticated hoofed animal, the
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Letters Decisions at hearings To the Council and Mayor 1. You are not elected or appointed to rule. 2. You are not elected or appointed to Lead. 3. You are elected or appointed to serve the Citizens of the Town of Stevensville. You cannot make decisions at a Public Hearing. You not only made a motion, but seconded the motion and voted on a subject that directly affected the State Constitutional Rights of every Citizen of the Town of Stevensville. Public Hearing 7-1-4131. Public hearing. (1) When required, the governing body shall conduct public hearings for the purpose of providing reasonable opportunity for citizen participation prior to final decisions. (2) At a minimum, a public hearing shall provide for submission of both oral and written testimony for and against the action or matter at issue. If the hearing is not held before the ultimate decision makers, provision shall be made for the transmittal of a summary or transcript of the testimony received to the ultimate decision makers prior to their determination. (3) Public hearings may be held at regular or special meetings of the governing body. (4) Petitions and letters received by the governing body or executive prior to the hearing shall be entered by reference into the minutes of the governing body and considered as other testimony received at the hearing. (5) Hearings may be adjourned from day to day or to a date certain. (6) Except for budget hearings, the governing body may designate a subcommittee or hearing examiner to conduct public hearings. I think you can make a decision at a regular or special council meeting with notice and an agenda, noting that you are going to put a time limit on comment and publish such before the hearing starts. I believe that making the decision to limit testimony by the citizens at the Public Hearing after the hearing has started is a violation of the Constitution of the State of Montana in that you did not convene a special or regular council meeting with a published agenda to discuss the limiting of testimony by the citizens of the town and outside areas, take public comment on the matter and make a decision in an open council meeting. In this case, I think you probably have violated the Citizens Right to Know and the Right to Participate. You can find those in the State Constitution. You do read that document, right? As indicated in 7-1-4131 MCA, there is no decision making authority at a pubic hearing. Its called a hearing, because you are supposed to be listening. Listening to what the folks who have placed you in office have to say and make decisions based upon their input.........Some call that Democracy.....I call it the Rule of Law. As for the limiting of the length of comment, see Council Rules Part IX,
Section 1, second paragraph. You see, you can limit the comment period by council rules, but you have to do it before the opening of the public hearing. Then again, when has this council and Mayor followed Council Rules? By the way, I was not at the hearing, but I understand that you folks are so afraid of the Citizens of this town that the Mayor has to have a member of the police department stand by to protect you folks. Mayor Dewey you need to control yourself and stop yelling at the Citizens of this town. Many of these folks were working like dogs long before you were born making it safe for you to live in this country and make this country what it is. Grow up. If you are that afraid of the Citizens of this town, then you might want to find other employment, because the people of this town are tired of you. All of you. You seem to think that the rules are for us and not for you. Have you ever watched a council meeting video? Have you ever noticed how disorganized the meetings are or how you folks constantly violate the Council Rules? How about how little attention you folks actually pay to things like the claims? There are a lot of good people here, taxpayers, Citizens, merchants, property owners, parents, moms and dads who are just fed up with the attitude of you folks at town hall. Get off your pedestals and start taking care of the Citizen’s interests of this town. You should all be ashamed of yourselves. The Mayor’s seat, both Ward 2 Council Seats and one Ward 1 Council seat are up for nomination and election this year. You might want to pay attention to that. Because 4 out of 5 of you are probably going to be removed from office during the next election. The foregoing are just common observations of a Citizen of Stevensville and do not constitute legal advice. James V. Crews (Private American Citizen) Stevensville
Wastewater treatment This letter adds to the article on efforts by Ravalli County to update the county’s Subsurface Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Regulations that appeared in the 3 March edition of the Bitterroot Star by commenting on the Board of Health meeting held on 3 March. There were more than a few people participating in this latest Zoom meeting. After listening to concerns expressed during the Board of Health (BOH) meeting yesterday, it seems that genuine improvement in the handling of public health issues related to wastewater management and treatment across the diverse state that is MT would benefit from an “enterprise-wide” assessment that addresses how to effectively integrate and coordinate all levels of government agency, board and legislative responsibility and authority. The waste water management enterprise in MT is complex with many disparate parts that are frequently involved but not necessarily coordinated in their approach to addressing issues confronting citizens in trying to satisfy requirements for their individual circumstances. For instance, a distinction is properly
drawn between MT level wastewater technical requirements issued by DEQ and the procedural requirements set by Ravalli County. However gaps between the organizational stove pipes seem to leave constituents in endless do loops that cannot be resolved in reasonable time spans and cause financial, procedural and process hardships for the affected citizen(s). When I heard the discussion about an apparently interminable problem concerning waste water treatment for a rancher trying to satisfy financial, business, regulatory and waste water management requirements, I was aghast at the scope of one aspect of the overall problem associated with trailers on wheels versus trailers on foundations. Why that became such a big hurdle seems to me unreasonable, if not just plain silly. The process seems broken, or at least hide-bound and that should be fixed. I suggest that having the right mix of people from government, industry/business and the public take an enterprise-based look at situations such as this might lead to effective improvements that will support future growth and prosperity as the MT grows and prospers. That said, I thank the BOH, Ravalli County Environmental Health, and the citizens who participated in a thought provoking exchange of concerns and ideas. I think it was a useful exchange that enlightened everyone. Marc L. Sabin Corvallis
About that wall No! Not Trump’s wall at the border. I’m thinking about that new wall around Our Capital in Washington DC. Just have to express a couple of thoughts that come to mind. I’ll will of course be speaking with tongue in cheek. Remember how for four years we were taught that walls are unamerican,even immoral? Guess that only applies to walls in Israel or on our southern border. If I remember correctly, we were also told that walls don’t work. Doesn’t it therefore seem a shame and inconsistent that one got slapped up around Our Capital? At least Past Democratic leader Reed would be pleased as Schumer, his replacement, won’t “have to smell the tourists”. As a frequent visitor to our nation’s capital I always found that swamp critter attitude damned
offensive. Besides,what right have they to fence us out? In January some anarchists stormed the Capital; not the moms and dads and kids in the parade! Those folks (carefully never shown) didn’t have helmets, megaphone, clubs and protective vests. They should be welcome to Their Capital any time. It comes to mind that fear is often experienced by the guilty. So let me share a few memories. Attending the McCarthy Hearings as a young Lieutenant on leave, Breakfast with Baucus, black bean soup in the Senate Dining Hall as guest of Senator Burns, “storming the hill” with the American Legion and the Military Officers Association, riding the underground rail road, finding my way in the endless tunnels, and so forth. Guess that’s now fenced off. Am I welcome at the wonderful, joyous peoples mall? Can I return to see the Air Force Memorial? Do I dare step on the street where it says black lives matter. I wonder just where in the hell I am welcome in DC. Well, there is the fence for better or worse. But use your imagination a bit. A fence can keep people in as well as out. The Berlin wall comes to mind. By golly! All the swamp critters, be they Saints or Quislings, are fenced in! That could be ironic. Ahh, sometimes you just have ta fantasize. I sometimes wonder if I’m alone. Ed Sperry Col USAF (ret) Stevensville PS: To paraphrase a wonderful Past President―Speaker Pelosi tear down that wall !
Muddy issues in BFE To the Editor, Water presents many muddy issues for the Burnt Fork Estates subdivision proposal. Who pays to upgrade the systems and rectify the problems that will be caused? In a meeting with Council members Devlin and Ludington, this question was raised. Paul Ludington said the developer would have to pay for some of these upgrades. What is the developer’s percentage? Does the developer pay all? 10 %? Half? Town taxpayers need to know. We pay a considerable amount monthly for water now and will far into the future. A new well would cost $300,000 to $500,000. A new
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reservoir would cost in excess of a MILLION. A booster pump will be needed. Even if this cost $100,000 to $200,000, who pays? Water capacity is not adequate. The former Town public works director stated the obvious: Stevi does NOT have water capacity for a new subdivision. Wells have been operating at capacity. Last August, the Town paid $3,000 additional tax dollars for electricity because the pumps were running continuously. If running nonstop now, how could 220 more homes be connected? If they would be, is this a taxpayer or developer’s cost? Council members and mayor must answer taxpayer’s questions raised about the Burnt Fork subdivision proposal. Until they produce answers for their constituents, not the developers, no decisions or votes should be cast. A Town Council meeting is set for March 11. All those who attended the March 4 public hearing (nearly 100 people with 30 speakers opposed and only the realtor who sold the property in favor) attend this meeting and DEMAND answers. The meeting is set for the Stevi library Thursday, March 11 at 7 pm. The Town Planning and Zoning board conducted ZOOM meetings with many unable to participate. The minutes of these meetings must be approved by the board and provided to the Council prior to decisions/votes. Conditions are part of the language and assumptions that new homes will be able to be hooked up to water. That there will be adequate water. That Town wells will be brought into compliance. The Burnt Fork property does not have water rights. This is not a modern problem. It has been known for years. The result is that the current Town administration must address and correct this issue. The Town 2016 Growth Policy talked about the potential to add 255 water connections stating, “This many new connections would bring Stevensville’s water system to capacity, requiring expansion in order to accommodate future annexations.” Since this policy was adopted, 46 new homes and 4 new businesses have been added in Stevi. Also, 16 units are nearing completion by Ace. 14 lots are in the Burnt Fork proposed commercial zone. The new laundromat uses the equivalent water to 16 homes. Twin Creeks will soon be adding 40 to 50 new homes. Burnt Fork wants to add 220 more homes. These totals far exceed 255. If Burnt Fork would be approved, expanded water capacity will be required. Again, who will pay these exorbitant costs? Three of the town’s water wells have NOT been approved by the Department of Environmental Quality. Why not? They must be approved in advance before even considering the proposal. Just for the record, Town residents are NOT opposed to progress. They are OPPOSED to the Burnt Fork highdensity 220 home subdivision with its 10-plex, 7-plex, 4-plexes, duplexes and commercial zone. Water issues alone are enough to sidetrack consideration at this time. Jim Kalkofen Stevensville
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Town Hall’s Relationship with Burnt Fork Estates Submitted by Stevensville Mayor Brandon Dewey Last week’s public hearing regarding the proposed Burnt Fork Estates Subdivision yielded plenty of insight to the community’s feelings about the subdivision, and growth in general for Stevensville. Legitimate concerns and questions were raised by those who have attended the public meetings Mayor held by the Brandon Planning Dewey Board and the Town Council. Following the public hearings, the Town Council will then have an opportunity to reconcile the concerns and questions raised and address them in their upcoming review process. It is important to distinguish ownership of the proposal, and who is responsible to mitigate the impacts of growth in our community. In the case of a subdivision, it is the developer who makes the proposal. Burnt Fork Estates is not a subdivision being proposed, or endorsed for that matter, by the Town’s staff, the Mayor, or the Town Council. Each area of our government within Town Hall is responsible for review and evaluation of proposals brought forth by a property owner. If those proposals meet minimum requirements, they proceed. Some areas of concern have already been addressed in the recommended conditions of approval. These conditions are available on the Town’s website and at Town Hall. They include stipulations such as: • The existing water booster station located on Lot C-12 shall be upgraded before the issuance of final plat for
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Kids Phase 4. 6. • All future improvements to the Town’s water system and wastewater facility shall be designed in accordance with local and Montana DEQ standards and approved by the Town of Stevensville and the Montana DEQ. Public comment shall be recognized in the DEQ application. • All storm water improvements will be designed in accordance with local and Montana DEQ standards and approved by the Town of Stevensville and the Montana DEQ. • The property owners shall be required to waive their right to protest the formation of a Special Improvement District (SID) related to any potential future improvements to Middle Burnt Fork Road and Logan Lane along the subdivision frontage or areas of benefit as required to bring these roads into compliance with the
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Ticks are found throughout Montana and our surrounding states. Anemia can result if there are several ticks and Tick Paralysis is a very real concern from a reaction to a feeding tick. Ticks also transmit a variety of infective agents that can lead to serious disease in both humans and animals. Ear canals and shoulders are typical areas where ticks like to feed. Earmites are a type of mite that lives specifically inside an animal’s ear canal where they pierce the skin to feed and lay their eggs. Cats are the most common host but they can spread to dogs, ferrets and other pets in the same house. Environmental control is sufficient in some cases to prevent parasite spread (wash your hands and clean up that dog poop!) There are several safe and effective topical and oral products available to prevent infection and transmission of these common parasites. Spring is an excellent time to visit with your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s lifestyle and risk factors so you can take the best care possible of your animal companions as well as yourselves. Tanya Fyfe, DVM, practices with Clark Fork Veterinary clinic and lives near Seeley Lake.
StoryWalk returns to North Valley library North Valley Public Library is partnering with the Town of Stevensville to bring you another amazing StoryWalk®! StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children — and adults! — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Pages from a children’s book are displayed along an outdoor path. As you stroll down the trail,
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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Gamblers Anon
Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, 411 S. 5th Street in Hamilton.
ST. STEPHENS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 203 Main St. Stevensville • 777-0028
WIC clinics
Ravalli County WIC is a nutrition education program that serves pregnant, post-partum, and breastfeeding women, children from birth to age 5 and women whose pregnancies have ended early. WIC also welcomes dads, grandparents, and foster families. The WIC program is offered In Hamilton Monday through Thursday 8:30-4:30 at 205 Bedford Street, Suite P, District Courthouse Building in Hamilton. The Stevensville clinic is open on Wednesdays at the United Methodist Church, 216 College Street in Stevensville. The Victor Clinic is the second Tuesday of the month at the Victor Nazarene Church. The Darby clinic is open every month on the third Monday of the month at the Darby Library.Call 406-802-7180 for more information.
Family Shelter
The Family Shelter of the Bitterroot is dedicated to helping homeless and needy families in the Bitterroot Valley. If you are interested in helping or need help, call Gary Locke for more information, 239-8833.
Shuttle
The BitterRoot Bus runs a 6:30 a.m. Shuttle to Missoula on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Call the BitterRoot Bus at 363-7484 for more information or to schedule your ride.
Three Mile Coffee
Three Mile Coffee Club meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at 1064 Three Mile Creek Road. Everyone is welcome. Good coffee, conversation and get to know your neighbors. All ages welcome. For information call Colleen at 777-3710.
BitterRodders Cars
BitterRodders Car Club meets the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. 1st in Hamilton. Everyone welcome. For more information call 961-3136.
Child care help
Are you struggling to pay for child care right now due to the added burdens of the pandemic or a reduction of working hours? You may qualify for child care assistance through the Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship!
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At the Florence Carlton Community Church 20075 Old Hwy 93 South (White Building between the 2 churches) Call Deborah Foley for more info 208240-4313.
Stevenville Senior Center Worship at 11:00 a.m. In this Church there shall be no outcasts. Contact Child Care Resources today to see if you qualify at 406-728-6446. Or, visit us online at childcareresources.org.
Divorce Care
Divorce Care is a free class/support group for those needing support, hope, and healing during and after divorce. Divorce Care meets at Hamilton Assembly of God every Wednesday evening at 6:30 starting February 3 through April 29. Anyone can join at any time. Please see Divorcecare.org for more information.
Soul Suppers
Soul Suppers in Stevensville Served Every Wednesday! Free home cooked carry out meals with a message served every Wed.evening at 6 p.m. 101 Church St. Stevensville. For more information, contact Corey at 406) 214-8708.
Audubon
Join Bitterroot Audubon and the Bitterroot Public Library for a Special Zoom Event on March 25th, at 7 p.m. For assistance , email community@ bitterrootpubliclibrary.com or call the library at 406-363-1670.
Defensive Handguns
For Women Only - Introduction To Defensive Handguns March 27 & April 10 2021 This 2 day course is for women with little or no experience with handguns, who may be frightened of handguns or who are considering acquiring a handgun. The first day course is designed to assist you in choosing the right handgun – for you. It will also introduce you to the facilities of the Whittecar Range. The class is limited to 10 participants. For an application or further information call Lee at 642-3590 or Jim at 360-8392.
Grief Support Group
Starting Saturday March 6th through Saturday May 29th.
Now serving meals at the Center Monday Wednesday and Friday at 11:30 am. You can still order and pickup meals to go on Monday from 11:00 am to 11:30 am.
Bitterroot Celtic Society
Plans are underway for the 2021 Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering to be held at the Daly Mansion on August 21-22. Volunteers are needed for planning and at the event. Meetings (currently virtual) are held every 3rd Thursday at 6 PM, and volunteers and the public are always invited to attend. For more info, please call 406-274-8886 or visit www.bcgg.org.
BRHA Board Meeting
The Bitter Root Humane Association will hold its regular monthly mee ting on Wednesday, March 10th, 2021, at 5:00 pm in the HRC Meeting room at 317 N. Third Street (corner of Pine and North 3rd Street), Hamilton, MT. The public is welcome to attend, but seating is limited and all entering must wear masks due to the recent increase in COVID-19 in our community.
Ravalli Economic Development
The Ravalli County Economic Development Authority Finance Committee will meet Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 2:15 p.m. A meeting of the RCEDA Board will follow at 3:00 p.m. These meetings will take place at the RCEDA Conference Room located at 274 Old Corvallis Road in Hamilton. Both meetings are open to the public.
North Valley Library
The North Valley Public Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular board meeting on Wednesday, March 17 at 3 p.m. via Zoom. More information and the Zoom meeting link can be found on their website at northvalleylibrary.org/board--information. Wednesday, March 10, 10:30 am – Story Time Live Online! - Ages 5 & under - Z is for Zoos! - Join Annika for fun stories, a quick early literacy activity, and a link to a fun craft!
Why become a member of the Big Sky Horse Park? • The Park facilities are awesome and include two dressage arenas, an arena with seating and sound system, a western event arena, warm up areas, a round pen, and a cross-country course designed by nationally acclaimed specialists. Find out more about the history of the park. • We are a non-profit, member run organization. You will be hard pressed to find these breath and quality of facilities any place else for the low annual dues. • Membership dues are critical to enabling the Park facilities to be maintained and enhanced—we are continually expanding and improving. • Members receive discounts on events and activities at the Park. • Members also receive email announcements of upcoming events, as well as newsletters. • Members can be proud to support the Park through membership dues, volunteer days and fundraising events. • Last but not least, it is a fun place to meet your friends and ride! In addition, membership also supports a community of equestrians and horses including: • The events and activities at the Park actively include and promote horse use and horsemanship for youth. Your support helps cultivate the next generations of horse riders and enthusiasts who care deeply for their horse partners. • The Park provides 90 acres of open space in the midst of rapidly growing Western Montana that can be used by equestrian activities as well as non-equestrians for walking, running, and enjoying the outdoors. • The Park provides 50 stalls that are used for equestrian events and are also available for animal shelter in the event of wild fires, floods, or other natural disasters that displace equines and their families. • There are a number of equine groups and highly qualified riding instructors associated with the Park who provide lessons. For contact information, click here. • The Park is a great place for spring riding and tune ups before the trails thaw and dry out. The perimeter trail provides firm footing and the round pen is available to get some kinks and bucks out. • The Horse Council that manages the Park is also a strong advocate for horse use and activities in Montana. It helps protect your opportunities to ride! We appreciate your support and hope you will join!
Visit https://bigskyhorsepark.org/membership-form/ to become a member today!
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The Bitterroot Star Weather Summary Bitterroot Seven Day Forecast
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ARE YOU or SOMEONE YOU KNOW A current or former worker employed at a Department of Energy facility, a beryllium vendor, or in the uranium mining industry?
Diagnosed with an illness such as cancer, beryllium disease, or any another condition, potentially caused by toxic exposure during that employment?
If you answered yes to both questions above, you may be entitled to compensation. The EEOICPA provides lump sum compensation and medical benefits to current and former nuclear weapons workers whose illness is a result of working in the nuclear weapons industry. Survivors of qualified workers may also be entitled to benefits. Covered illnesses include but are not limited to radiation-induced cancer, chronic beryllium disease, beryllium sensitivity, chronic silicosis, or any illness due to exposure to toxic substances.
For additional information, contact the Idaho Falls Resource Center toll-free at 1-800-861-8608, or visit our website at www.dol.gov/agencies/owcp/energy
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Detailed Local Forecast
0-2: Low, 3-5: Moderate, 6-7: High, 8-10: Very High, 11+: Extreme Exposure
Today we will see partly cloudy skies with a high temperature of 44°, humidity of 46%. Light winds. The record high temperature for today is 66° set in 1983. Expect partly cloudy skies tonight with an overnight low of 22°. Light winds. The record low for tonight is -2° set in 1948. Thursday, skies will be partly cloudy with a high temperature of 43°, humidity of 50%. West southwest wind 5 mph. Thursday night, skies will be mostly clear with an overnight low of 21°. Southwest wind 4 mph.
Weather Trivia
Peak Fishing/Hunting Times This Week
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What world city is the easiest to forecast weather for?
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Peak Times Day AM PM Wed 9:52-11:52 10:17-12:17 Thu 10:41-12:41 -Fri 11:04-1:04 11:27-1:27 Sat 11:49-1:49 12:10-2:10
Answer: Quito, Ecuador, with a yearround mean temperature of 55 degrees.
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Weather History March 10, 1989 - Thirty-four cities in the central and southwestern United States reported new record high temperatures for the date. The high of 85 degrees at Hanksville, Utah was a record for March, and Pueblo, Colo., equaled their March record of 86 degrees. March 11, 1988 - A blizzard raged across the north central United States. Chadron, Neb., was buried under 33 inches of snow, up to 25 inches of snow was reported in eastern Wyoming, and totals in the Black Hills of South Dakota ranged up to 69 inches at Lead.
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Sun/Moon Chart This Week Day Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
New 3/13
First 3/21
Sunrise 6:58 a.m. 6:56 a.m. 6:54 a.m. 6:52 a.m. 7:50 a.m. 7:48 a.m. 7:46 a.m.
Sunset 6:35 p.m. 6:36 p.m. 6:38 p.m. 6:39 p.m. 7:41 p.m. 7:42 p.m. 7:44 p.m.
Moonrise 6:16 a.m. 6:44 a.m. 7:08 a.m. 7:29 a.m. 8:47 a.m. 9:05 a.m. 9:24 a.m.
Moonset 3:36 p.m. 4:47 p.m. 5:56 p.m. 7:03 p.m. 9:08 p.m. 10:13 p.m. 11:18 p.m.
Full 3/28
Last 4/4
Last Week's Almanac & Growing Degree Days Date 3/1 3/2 3/3 3/4 3/5 3/6 3/7
High 45 48 53 52 58 47 47
Low 22 30 26 24 26 31 26
Normals Precip 44/24 0.00" 44/24 0.00" 45/24 0.00" 45/25 0.00" 46/25 0.00" 46/25 0.00" 47/25 0.00"
Farmer's Growing Degree Days Date Degree Days Date Degree Days 3/1 0 3/5 0 3/2 0 3/6 0 3/3 0 3/7 0 3/4 0 Growing degree days are calculated by taking the average temperature for the day and subtracting the base temperature (50 degrees) from the average to assess how many growing days are attained.
Chuck Stranahan’s
Flyfishing Journal
It might as well be Spring
After a dry winter that found me in as enforced state of restless hibernation I went for a walk along the river a few days ago. I didn’t go to scout things out, although that usually happens any time I’m around open water. There was still some warm daylight one afternoon last week when I decided to take Sadie, our Aussie Shepherd, for a muchneeded romp. Sadie is in her element when she’s running free in natural surroundings. Second-best for her is being on her leash outdoors. We did a little of both that day. At Skalkaho Bend we happened to meet one of Sadie’s favorite people, Andrea Price. Skalkaho Bend became Andrea’s project when she joined the Bitterroot Water Forum team. After an enthusiastic reunion flurry of tail-wags, face-licks, and hugs, Andrea took Sadie’s leash. Sadie was bright-eyed and happy to be with her puppyhood friend as we walked along the river.
Skalkaho Bend – a treasure What we have, now, in Skalkaho Bend, is a real treasure. There is a parking area, rail and wire fences that define boundaries without intruding, a bench and trail guide signage, fresh plantings that will mature to stabilize the banks against further erosion, and trails that will allow public access and enjoyment of everything this piece of river bottom offers: we saw a small flock of geese fly overhead, and heard others talking to each other out of sight. The fringed edges of the clouds behind the Bitterroot Range glistened in the afternoon sun. I thought: We’re lucky to be here – lucky to have this place. The work to acquire this property for public access began years ago. There were many hands involved before Andrea arrived complete some of the tasks. Her work has been outstanding, and is the visible piece of much unseen effort that preceded her. While we walked and talked about Skalkaho Bend I had my eye on the river. I didn’t see any places to conveniently jump off the high bank to access the river. When I return to fish, I’ll have to walk further upstream or downstream to get on. And that’s OK. This high bank is in a fragile state, and another high water season will bring more erosion. Scrambling down to the river here would dislodge large chunks of topsoil and loose gravel into the drink. Please, please – if you fish at Skalkaho Bend, don’t abuse the
privilege of access or the river habitat itself.
Waiting for hatches Later that afternoon Sadie and I went to another spot where she could romp a little. She got her feet wet splashing through the chilly water while I looked for bugs and rising fish. I didn’t see anything on the surface, and didn’t see a single rise. I thought there might be some whitefish rising for small stoneflies or midges at the tail of a long lazy foam line. I know they’re there, so I watched. Nothing. I didn’t look real close at the streamside gravel for those little black stoneflies that might be out, and you have to look real close if you’re going to see them. Nor did I get my front paws wet in that chilly water to turn over rocks, looking for nymphs of the bigger stoneflies that will surely come later. I left that part for Sadie. There are a few boats out, and rumors of even fewer fish being dredged up on Rubberlegs
nymphs. There are occasional wade anglers out as well; it’ll start to come together someday soon. Next time I take Sadie for a walk along the river, I might bring my fly rod. In other places The Bitterroot typically gets an early start every spring. This year is no exception. When the river warms up a bit, it will start to fish. Meanwhile, the other streams in the upper Clark Fork drainage are iced up. Flint Creek and the upper Clark Fork have a ways to go. If you do fish those places, you might be able to dredge a fish up on a #8 Rubberlegs, and for good measure you might put a red of copper-bodied small #18 Copper John behind it. But if you do go out, don’t get cute with the ice. It can look thicker than it is as currents boil underneath it to produce dinnerplate thin crusts that won’t hold your weight. Stay where the footing is secure – the fish aren’t that far out, anyway.
Crossword Puzzle
ACROSS 1. Type of partnership 4. N. A. Indian 10. Ram’s mate 11. Debated 12. Caesar’s twelve 13. Reveled 14. Takes the lid off 16. Wily 17. Was looked at 18. Medium frequency 20. Hey! 22. Reflect 26. Check 29. Pirate’s wooden leg 31. Loan shark 33. Hear 34. Sports car brand 35. Representative 36. Macadam 37. Ornament
DOWN 1. Acura’s competitor 2. Tangle 3. Keep free of ice 4. Retired persons association (abbr.) 5. Colorful glass 6. Gone by 7. Severs 8. Foot part 9. Whirl 15. Some 19. Madagascar franc (abbr.) 21. Musical production 23. Extreme 24. Dried up 25. African nation 26. Cluster 27. Afloat 28. Cold person’s noise 30. Little Mermaid’s love 32. Male sheep © Feature Exchange
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Havre tops Hamilton in girls Class A by Ashley Jones Havre’s pressure and consistent shooting lead Havre High School to victory on Wednesday morning. A 54-37 win had Havre advancing in the Class A tournament. Both teams have met up before in the first round of the class A tournaments.Throughout this tough matchup, the Havre girls were shooting well behind the arc and were causing turnovers for the Hamilton Broncs. In the 1st quarter, the Blue Ponies full court press shut down the Lady Broncs. With Havre’s big lead, Richard Griffin, the Lady Broncs head coach, called for two immediate timeouts. Hamilton trailed by 12 at the end of the first quarter. The Blue Ponies started off with great defense to begin the 2nd quarter, the Lady Broncs struggled with both press and zone. Havre’s (12) Walker added the 1st points of the 2nd quarter, a 3 pointer. Havre had their first full timeout at 6:30. After their timeout, Walker’s breakaway added 2 more points
to the Blue Ponies. Walker then added an additional 3 pointer. Havre was up 30-11 at the end of the second quarter. During the first half, the Broncs were playing well, but with Havre’s consistency it was essential for the Lady Broncs to make their shots fall. During the 3rd quarter of this matchup, Hamilton’s (10) Layne Kearns was picking up momentum. Kearns was able to get many shots to fall which has added points to the Hamilton Broncs. Kearns, only a sophomore, has taken leadership which benefited the Broncs. Towards the end of the 3rd quarter, Hamilton’s Kearns completed a 3 point play that added on more points for the Lady Broncs. Hamilton was on a mini 5-0 but still ended with a Havre lead of 48-27. To begin the 4th quarter, the Lady Broncs were on another mini run. Havre’s defensive pressure caused them to foul and that benefited Hamilton by giving them free throw opportunities. Kearns was
shooting well from the free throw line which helped the Lady Broncs. Throughout the second half, Hamilton was getting quicker with their offense, which added more points to their team. The Lady Broncs trailed by 17 points at the end of the 4th quarter. With the entensity done by the Blue Ponies, the Lady Broncs fell short by the end of the Class A girls Basketball Quarterfinals. Throughout the game, Havre did well both offensively and defensively. The Lady Broncs played well and had great ideas, but it was hard for them to convert. Layne Kearns of the Hamilton Broncs helped contribute with her leadership and toughness. Hamilton was able to pick up some momentum throughout the second half, but it wasn’t enough for them to advance to the semifinals. Even though the Lady Broncs did not win in the quarterfinals, they are scheduled to play in the 2021 MHSA Class A Girls Basketball Cons First Round on March 4th.
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Trout jump into Bitterroot classrooms Submitted by Bitterroot Trout Unlimited Thanks to the volunteer efforts of the BRTU Education Committee, engaged high school teachers and funding from several grants, there are now Trout in Bitterroot Classrooms! Trout in the Classroom is one of TU’s most enduring and successful youth programs. For BRTU it is a logical extension of our flagship
Bitterroot Buggers program, providing continued conservation and environmental education opportunities for Bitterroot students. The classroom of Hamilton High School teacher Vanessa Halflich is one of the 2 sites for TIC this school year. Vanessa reports that 2 freshmen have really taken a great interest in the program and have been checking the water chemistry and health of the tanks each week.
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Female Rough-legged Hawks winter further north than males
I have been writing a monthly column for the Silver State Post and Philipsburg News for a number of years. Recently this column was added to the Bitterroot Star. Most of these 200 articles featured a bird that I was fortunate to photograph. I have birded in 27 countries on 7 continents. Twenty articles featured one of those countries and the pictures of the interesting birds seen there. The remainder of the articles have been on birding skills and techniques such as eBird, binoculars, and window strikes. This article is about amazing facts and misconceptions about birds that you might not be aware of. Here’s one. Have you ever heard the saying, “she eats like a bird”, meaning she eats very little. The fact is that most birds eat a lot. They have a very high metabolism rate and can lose as much as 10 % of their body weight overnight. During day light hours they spend 75% of their time or more, depending on the species, searching for food and consuming calories. If you do the math and compare what they consume to a human weighing 165 pounds, it means that we would take in 67,000 calories or twentysix pounds of peanuts a day! The familiar American Robin eats an average of 14 feet of earthworms a day! Some of what I am sharing comes from personal experience, and some from a fascinating book called, What it’s Like to be a Bird by
David Allen Sibley. I would recommend you purchase a copy if you are really into all things bird. Here’s one that is local in nature. Most, 90 percent or more, of the Rough-legged Hawks that overwinter in Montana are female. The male has a multi-banded tail verses a single band for females so it is easy to distinguish sex in the field. Why are most of these overwinter Roughlegs female? Females weigh more, as much as 10 to 15 % more. The more a bird weighs the less surface area to body mass. That translates to females staying warmer and withstanding colder temperatures. Thus, females of raptor species that winter in Montana from the Arctic Circle and Canada can survive easier at higher latitudes than males. Males must migrate further south to warmer climates to overwinter. Have you heard the wing beats of waterfowl like Common Goldeneye exploding off the water? How about the winnowing low whistle of the Wilson’s Snipe when they dive from high in the air during courtship displays? The winnowing sound is produced as air rushes through the outer tail feathers. Both of these feather sounds are quite loud as air cuts through their feathers causing them to vibrate. On the other hand, owls are completely quiet in flight. Owl feathers have delicate shaggy fringes on the leading and trailing edges, breaking up air flow causing silent flight which is necessary to catch their
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Luke David Gross, 2003-2021 STEVENSVILLE – Our deeply loved son and brother, Luke David Gross, 17, passed away suddenly Friday, March 5, 2021 in a tragic car accident. Luke was born on March 14, 2003, in Renton, Washington. He was a senior at Stevensville High School and after graduation was planning on attending Montana State University. Luke loved all sports, but soccer was his passion. He played on multiple club and school teams. Luke was a senior captain of the Stevensville High School Varsity boys soccer team and was the 2020 recipient of the Coaches Award for displaying the highest degree of sportsmanship and work ethic. He was also named to the all-conference team, as an honorable mention. Luke was a friend to everybody he met. His fun loving personality, loyalty, and charisma gained him many friends who would agree that Luke was always “down for a good time”. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the soccer community. Additional passions included hunting with his
dad, camping, boating, skiing, music, fashion, and especially..........shoes. Luke is survived by his parents, Dave & Lindsay Gross and Monty & Michelle Oliver; siblings, Lauren Gross, Clay Umland, Cody Umland, Ty Umland, Emily Oliver and Andrew Oliver. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Pam & Fred Eckler. An informal Celebration of Life will be held at the Stevensville High School Soccer Complex, where Luke spent hours upon hours training and competing in the game he loved. The complex is located off of ALC Way, and the celebration will be held on Friday, March 12, 2021 and 4:15 pm. All are welcome. Chairs will be provided for those that need them, otherwise please be prepared to stand or bring a blanket to sit in the grass. A donation account has been established at Farmers State Bank in the name of The Gross Family. 100% of all proceeds will benefit Stevensville youth sports and athletic facilities, for future generations to enjoy Luke’s true passion. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com.
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Leslie C. Williams, 1952-2021 Leslie C. Williams went to heaven Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Saint Pat’s Hospital in Missoula. Les was born May 12, 1952 and lived in Stevensville. Les was a farm/ranch worker and would work at Costello Ranch (during high school years in the summers and full time after high school) here in Stevensville as a farm laborer. He also worked with Gary Burgett and Dave Golay who rented Costello ranch. Les was a member of Light of the Valley Assembly Church for several years helping in various capacities. Les was preceded in death by his parents Vern and Sarah
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RML: Leaving the petri dish behind Continued from page 1 According to Hesse, the first step involved identifying a good candidate among viruses that might infect the bacteria. Although viruses that infect bacteria can be found in small amounts almost anywhere, she decided it made sense to go look in a place, in an ecosystem, where bacteria growth is being controlled. Sure enough, she found what she was looking for in samples of raw sewage obtained from a wastewater treatment plant prior to treatment. After that, she said, “it was time to move from ‘in vitro’ experiments to ‘in vivo’ experiments.” That is, it was time to leave the petri dishes behind and see what happens in a live animal, like perhaps a mouse. This is what led Dr. Hesse to contact Dr. Frank DeLeo at Rocky Mountain Laboratories in Hamilton about conducting some experiments on mice. DeLeo, chief of the Laboratory of Bacteriology at RML, dedicated three labs to the project. In their experiments they used two different bacteriophage viruses individually and then together to successfully treat research mice infected with
multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae sequence type 258 (ST258). They treated the mice with either phage P1, phage P2, or a combination of the two, all injected at different times following ST258 infection. The scientists had isolated phages P1 and P2 in 2017 from raw sewage that they screened for viruses that would infect ST258—an indication that phages can be found just about any place. Phages P1 and P2 are viruses from the order Caudovirales, which naturally infect bacteria. Each of the three experimental treatment regimens helped the mice recover from ST258 infection. The scientists noted that the dose of phage provided was less vital to recovery than was the timing of when the dose was received. Mice treated one hour after infection showed the strongest recovery, followed by those treated eight hours after infection and then those treated at 24 hours. Control mice treated with saline all quickly developed severe disease and died. The scientists also checked the blood and tissue of phagetreated mice for the presence of ST258 bacteria and found there were significantly fewer bacteria at all time points regardless of
the treatment method used, as compared to control mice. Unfortunately, the scientists also found that ST258 bacteria recovered in the blood and tissue samples of phagetreated mice already had begun developing phage resistance, a finding they are continuing to investigate. It appears that, just as viruses may mutate their way around vaccines, bacteria may be able to mutate around infection by viruses. The group also is studying how phage therapy results compare between samples of ST258-infected mouse blood and human blood, and is examining whether components of human blood can interfere with phage efficacy. Just because something works in mice doesn’t mean it necessarily works in humans. A lot of things have to be considered before it can actually be tested on humans. “This study represents a first step in evaluating the use of phage therapy for treatment of severe K. pneumoniae ST258 infection in humans,” said Dr. DeLeo. Michael Howell can be contacted at: michaelonburntfork@gmail. com or (406)239-4838.
Mayor: ‘We are all at the end of our rope’ Continued from page 1 “In the over 20 years that I’ve lived here I’ve never experienced a situation where there was a need to have the police there like that,” said Crews. “The citizens at Creekside are getting this development shoved down their throat. Why didn’t the developer have to comply with the five-minute rule? Why are we putting up with this? We don’t elect people to lead us, we don’t elect people to rule us. We elect people to represent us.” Dewey’s email said, in part, “In response to your remarks regarding the need for law enforcement – I too am disappointed that a handful of members in our community cannot follow simple rules of civility and hold their tongue when their fellow citizens are speaking. It reveals a distinct lack of respect and I believe it is the result of the perpetual toxicity that is championed by a few. What is even more disheartening, Mr. Crews, is that many of the sentiments in your email and correspondence to the Town reveal the same mindset and vitriol towards people who have stepped up for no other reason but to help improve Stevensville for everyone.” “The way that Mr. Crews approaches the issues he has with the Town of Stevensville, we are all at the end of our rope with him,” said Dewey. “He just does not approach it in a kind way.” The mayor said that this is an ongoing problem and has been since Crews lost to Dewey in the last mayoral election in 2017. Emails and phone calls from Crews come in on a regular basis. But it’s not the frequency that’s the problem, said Dewey, it’s the tone. “He’s abrupt, unkind, rude and demeaning. Everyone in this building has been subjected to his mistreatment. In my tenure here, I’ve seen the negative impacts this has had on the people here. It’s very damaging.” Crews says he doesn’t go to the council
meetings anymore. “Everytime I go, someone is accusing me of something. I try not be a bully, I try to be a nice guy, but if I see something wrong, I need to say something about it.” Crews said he also rarely goes to town hall anymore, but he did go in January to ask for a copy of the bylaws of the Planning & Zoning Board, which he said should be readily available. He was asked to fill out a Freedom of Information request for that and says he has yet to receive a copy from town hall. Crews says the bylaws are something that every citizen is entitled to and should be readily available upon request. The mayor said the “constant badgering” from Crews has gone on since he took office. “He’s done this even when he was in the organization. When you look at employee harassment claims in the last few years, he’s the common denominator, he’s always on that list. We’ve fielded a number of issues from staff members regarding their interactions with him. He keeps saying he’s never going to interact with us again. He keeps promising us he’s going to stop doing this and it never happens.” Crews counters that when he was mayor, Dewey filed an employee grievance against him. “We had a special investigation done and the results were that I wasn’t causing any of this.” Dewey says he responded to Jim Crews’ email because, “Ultimately what I’m after, if Jim Crews wants to engage with his local government, let’s do it with civility and decorum. It’s not that we don’t want to hear from him,” said Dewey, “but doing it in a constructive way is what’s missing.” Evidently, Dewey’s letter did not have the intended effect. The first sentence of Crew’s next email to Dewey was, “You are the bully.” Victoria Howell can be contacted at: victoriahowell53@gmail.com or (406) 207-8793.
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BFE: Will taxpayers in Stevensville be left with the tab? Continued from page 1 Brown said that when Creekside Meadows was being considered, the developer would not agree to pay the cost of a new water well required to meet the needs of the new subdivision although he did agree to provide a well site. The town council “placed a condition of approval of the final plat to insure water and sewer systems are adequate… to insure no adverse impact, shortage of water or sewer systems in the Town of Stevensville.” Brown wondered
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whether any condition of approval was ever met and makes the assertion that the taxpayers of Stevensville “may have picked up the bill” and that they might end up footing the bill for Burnt Fork Estates water as well. “Until all water questions are resolved this proposal is premature and must be denied,” said Brown. She also pointed out potential deficiencies with wastewater treatment facilities, proposed retention ponds, misstated traffic impacts, and the inappropriateness of commercial development. “Until which time all questions are answered, miscalculations are corrected, types of buildings are specified, and the developer exhibits how he will develop and bear the cost of water supply, the Burnt Fork Estates should be denied! There should be no conditional approval.” Mel Cook, who lives on Park Avenue, told the council that he would fight any attempt to run a sewer line from the subdivision to town past his house, noting that he had previously had problems when the Creekside development went in. “I won’t allow that to happen if I have to be in court for the rest of my life.” Bob Michalson, former council member, said he had serious concerns about the adequacy of water and wastewater systems, increased traffic, impacts on the school,
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and an unnecessary commercial district. He said he had talked to George Thomas, former public works director, who told him that to meet water and wastewater needs of the development would require a new water storage tank, land for the storage tank, another service line, another lift station, one to two well houses, and one major new water well, for an estimated cost of $3-4 million. Michalson also said there is no approved county road access and the increased traffic impacts have not been adequately addressed. Gretchen Spiess, business owner, said she was there to explain “what it’s like to be a business owner in Stevensville” and why a commercial business district should not be allowed in the proposed subdivision. She said she has seen 109 businesses come and go during her 32 years on Main Street. She said it has been a constant struggle to stay in business. “I believe in my businesses and I believe in this town… If you decide to allow a commercial space in Burnt Fork Estates, I assure you it will kill Main Street.” Jim Kalkofen, president of the Creekside Meadows Homeowners Association,
said, “The Burnt Fork proposal should go back to the starting line until the track is clear of all obstacles.” He said there is no road easement onto Middle Burnt Fork Road into the proposed commercial area; the property does not have sufficient water rights; the Town does not have enough current water capacity; the Town’s current water wells have not been approved by the Department of Environmental Quality; it has not been determined what portion of the costs for water system upgrades would be paid by the developer; there are unresolved traffic and access issues; and the amount of the per-lot mitigation fee remains undetermined. “Just for the record,” said Kalkofen, “Creekside and Town residents are not opposed to progress. They are opposed to the Burnt Fork high-density 220-home subdivision with its 10-plex, 7-plex, 4-plexes, duplexes and commercial zone.” Leanna Rodabaugh said that council members take an oath to serve the citizens of the community. “You do not represent those who wish to place an unbearable burden on the town… representing the residents is a sacred duty,” said Rodabaugh. “Nowhere in the oath you take is a sentence to represent those special
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LEGALS RICHARD A. WEBER, P.C. 345 West Main Street Hamilton, Montana 59840 Telephone: 406/363-6888 Fax: 406/363-2972 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT, RAVALLI COUNTY In Re the Estate of: KATHLEEN FRANCES ROUBIK; Deceased. Case No.: DP-21-24 Dept. No. 11 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the
LEGALS above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Andrew C. Roubik, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of Richard A.Weber, 345 West Main, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 25 day of February, 2021. Andrew C. Roubik Personal Representative of The Estate of Kathleen Frances Roubik BS 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
“Bud” Weiser 406-880-4432 ****** Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Teri Lynn Lorimor: Petitioner Cause No.: DV-21-83/5 Dept. No.: 2 Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Teri Lynn Lorimor to Teri Lynn Clark. The hearing will be on 4/8/2021 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Date: February 24, 2021. PAIGE TRAUTWEIN Clerk of District Court By: Janenne Sorenson Deputy Clerk of Court
BS 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 ****** Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Blaize Edge: Petitioner Cause No.: DV-21-85/3 Dept. No.: 1 Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Blaize Adrian Edge to Blaize Jeffrey Geneav. The hearing will be on March 7, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Date: February 23, 2021. PAIGE TRAUTWEIN Clerk of District Court
By: Mary Fliss Deputy Clerk of Court BS 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 ****** BRHA BOARD MEETING The Bitter Root Humane Association will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 10th, 2021, at 5:00 pm in the HRC Meeting room at 317 N. Third Street (corner of Pine and North 3rd Street), Hamilton, MT. The public is welcome to attend, but seating is limited and all entering must wear masks due to the recent increase in COVID-19 in our community. BS 3/10 ******
LEGAL NOTICE GREG DOBSLAW, NOTICE IS NOW GIVEN, THAT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF MC 60-6-601, ET, SEQ, ANT THE CONTRACT YOU SIGNED, THE CONTENTS OF YOUR STORAGE UNIT IS NOW SUBJECT TO AN OPERATORS LIEN. UNLESS THE ACCRUING BALANCE IS PAID IN FULL, BEFORE 12 NOON, FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 THE CONTENTS OF THE STORAGE UNIT WILL BE REMOVED AND SOLD AT XTRA SPACE RV & MINI STORAGE, 350 OLD CORVALLIS RD., HAMILTON, MT, 59840, AT 1PM ON SATURDAY,MARCH, 2021 BS 3/10
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Say No to Commercial Development in Burnt Fork Estates! The Stevensville Town Council is considering the Burnt Fork Estates subdivision at the corner of Middle Burnt Fork and Logan Lane, about 1 mile east of the downtown. The subdivision includes a 14-16-lot commercial area which would be re-zoned to C-2. We’re concerned because the proposal does not conform to the goals of the current Stevensville Growth Policy which says that the Town will “encourage reuse and infill in existing commercial areas” and “provide for the continued success of downtown.”
SAVE OUR DOWNTOWN! Please tell the Town Council NOT to approve this commercial development which would be totally disconnected from the town’s existing commercial area. Jimmy Edwards/Burnt Fork Market Mark & Dana Bateman/Stevensville Hotel Nicholas Burgess/Tin Can Bar & Draft Room Rich & Kathy Marcus/Catered Table Gretchen Spiess/River’s Mist Gallery Debra Kroger/Burning Sage Studio Eric Hayes/Blacksmith Brewery Tracey & Chad Smith/Valley Drug & Variety Tracey & Chad Smith/Family Pharmacy Rachel Burk/Stoneydale Press Robert & Kate Lutzenhiser/Lutzenhiser Jewelry Craig Johnson/Romeo’s Italian Kitchen Cody Omlid/Kodiak Jax Sharon Meador/Wild Wind Floral
Joan Prather, former Executive Director of Stevensville Main Street Association Victoria Howell, former board member of Stevensville Main Street Assn.
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Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Christine Heleen Unger Cause No.: DV-21-59/4 Dept. No.: 1 HOWARD F. RECHT Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Christine Heleen Unger to Christine Heleen Brock. The hearing will be on March 24, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Date: February 5, 2021. PAIGE TRAUTWEIN Clerk of District Court By: Mary Feiss Deputy Clerk of Court BS 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 ****** Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Oleta Rae Kendrick Cause No.: DV-21-61/7 Dept. No.: 1 HON. HOWARD F. RECHT AMENDED Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Oleta Rae Kendrick to Lee Kendrick Marrow. The hearing will be on March 31, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Date: February 17, 2021. PAIGE TRAUTWEIN Clerk of District Court By: Mary Fliss Deputy Clerk of Court BS 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 ****** NOTICE OF SALE UNDER MONTANA TRUST INDENTURE Dated: September 11, 2017 Grantor: Jeffrey D. Weisweaver 273 Doran Lane Hamilton, MT 59840 Original Trustee: First Montana Title Company of Hamilton 250 W. Main St. Hamilton, MT 59840 Beneficiary: Verna Gill Family LP 301 N. 10th Street Hamilton, MT 59840 Successor Trustee: John S. Masar Lion Wood Law, PLLC 115 W. 3rd Street, Suite 103 Stevensville, Montana 59870 Recording Reference: Instrument No. 713451, recorded September 11, 2017, records of the Clerk and Recorder of Ravalli County, Montana NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that
on April 20, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., at the office of Lion Wood Law, PLLC, 115 W. 3rd Street, Suite 103, Stevensville, Montana, JOHN S. MASAR, as successor Trustee under the above-described Trust Indenture, in order to satisfy the obligation described below, bas elected to and will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for lawful cash money of the United States of America, immediately payable to the successor Trustee at the time of the sale, pursuant to the terms of the Trust Indenture and the provisions of the Small Tract Financing Act, Mont. Code Ann. §71-1-301, et. seq., without warranty or covenant, express or implied, as to title or possession, all of Grantor’s right, title, and interest in and to the following described real property situated in Ravalli County, State of Montana: Lots 10 and 11, Block 1, Nicol’s Addition No. 2, Ravalli County, Montana according to the recorded plat thereof. Excepting Therefrom that portion conveyed to the State of Montana in Book 76 of Deeds, page 218. Note: Property is shown on Retracement Survey No. 570425-TR Commonly known as: 1160 S. 1st Street, Hamilton, Montana 59840 Parcel #729600 / Geocode 131468-31-3-01-12-0000 TOGETHER WITH all existing or subsequently erected or affixed buildings, improvements, and fixtures; all easements, rights of way, and appurtenances; all water, water rights, dams, flumes, ditches and ditch rights (including stock in utilities with ditch or irrigation rights); and all other rights, royalties, and profits relating to the real property, including without limitation all minerals, oil, gas, geothermal and similar matters. TRUSTEE’S NOTE REGARDING CLERICAL ERROR IN TRUST INDENTURE Beneficiary’s Name and Principal Address: The correct name and principal address of the entity Beneficiary, per its registration with the Montana Secretary of State, is: The Verna Gill Family, LP, Verna Gill, Sapphire Lutheran Homes, Apt. 29,501 N. 10th St., Hamilton, Montana 59840. OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING TO THE TRUST INDENTURE: Claim of Lien, TT&E, Inc., 195 Pine Drive, P.O. Box 583, Victor, Montana 59875 recorded in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Ravalli County, Montana, on April 23, 2020, as Instrument No. 742820. Substitution of Trustee, appointing John S. Masar as Trustee in the place of First Montana Title Company of Hamilton, recorded November 20, 2020, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Ravalli County, Montana, as In-
strument No. 752023. DEFAULTS FOR WHICH THE FORECLOSURE IS MADE: The Gran tor has breached the terms of the Trust Indenture and the corresponding Promissory Note in that Gran tor has: (a) failed to pay the monthly installment payment in the amount of $1,771.51, plus the monthly escrow service fee of $9.00, for a total monthly amount of $1,780.51 due for the 1st day of May, 2020, and a like sum of $1,780.51 due for the 1st day of each and every month thereafter, which monthly installments would have been applied to the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan; (b) failed to pay when due the real property taxes against the real property; (c) failed to pay when due all claims for materials furnished to the property; and (d) committed waste of the real property by burying materials thereon in a quantity and manner that requires removal and proper disposal to return the real property to its useful condition. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture is: $315,563.06 in principal, plus interest thereon at the rate of five percent (5.00%) for the period April 12, 2020, to December 3, 2020, in the amount of $10,239.87, plus owed and accrued late charges in the amount of $400.00, plus borrower escrow fees in the amount of $147.00, for a total amount due of $326,349.93. Interest continues to accrue for the period beginning December 3, 2020, at the per diem rate of $43.2278. In addition, the Grantor is obligated to pay the expenses of this sale, which includes the Beneficiary’s costs and expenses advanced to preserve and protect the property; real property taxes, and all penalties and interest relating to real property taxes that are delinquent and that may become due; Beneficiary’s costs and attorney fees; and the successor Trustee’s costs and fees. Any such of these amounts that are paid by the Beneficiary will be added to the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture. Dated this 17th day of December, 2020.
as successor Trustee, and who acknowledged to me that he executed the same as such successor Trustee. KRISTIN D MARSHALL NOTARY PUBLIC for the State of Montana Residing at Florence, MT My Commission Expires May 01, 2023. BS 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 ****** MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT, RAVALLI COUNTY In Re the Estate of: Brian Casman, Deceased. Case No.: DP-20-160 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned 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 months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Sebastian Brian Casman, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of Richard A. Weber, 345 West Main, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 19 day of February, 2021. Sebastian Brian Casman Personal Representative of The Estate of Brian Casman BS 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 ****** MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE GUARDIANSHIP OF: CAMERON J. BURNS A Minor Child.
John S. Masar, Successor Trustee LionWood Law, PLLC 115 W. 3rd Street, Suite 103 Stevensville, MT 59870
Cause No. DG 20-04/12 Department No. 2
STATE OF MONTANA ) : ss. County of Ravalli )
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that a Hearing on Permanent Guardianship of the minor child in this matter is scheduled for Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 1:30 pm. Petitioner shall personally serve this order on natural parents for minor child. Should service not be possible, Petitioner shall publish this order in the Bitterroot Star, once weekly, for three consecutive weeks, com-
On the 17th day of December, 2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public for the State of Montana, personally appeared John S. Masar, known to me to be the person who before me executed the within Notice of Trustee’s Sale
ORDER SETTING HEARING
mencing no later than February 22, 2021. DATED this 20th day of January, 2021. HON. JENNIFER B LINT, District Judge BS 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 ****** Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of James Timothy Etheridge: Petitioner Cause No.: DV-21-72/3 Dept. No.: 1 HOWARD F. RECHT Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from James Timothy Etheridge to James Timothy Snow. The hearing will be on March 31, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Date: February 17, 2021. PAIGE TRAUTWEIN Clerk of District Court By: Mary Fliss Deputy Clerk of Court BS 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 ****** Bill Nelson, Esq. NELSON LAW OFFICE PLLC 217 North 3rd Street, Suite J Hamilton, MT 59840 Telephone: (406)363-3181 Facsimile: (406)552-0153 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT RAVALLI COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF Robert Andrew Martin, Deceased.
DATED this 22nd day of February 2021. Bill Nelson, Attorney for P.R. 217 N. 3rd Street, Ste J Hamilton, MT 59840 Kelly Martin Personal Representative BS 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 ****** MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT, RAVALLI COUNTY In Re the Estate of: JANET A. ANDERSEN; Deceased. Case No.: DP-20-154 Dept. No. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned 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 months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Laurel S. Housh, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of Richard A.Weber, 345 West Main, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 17 day of December, 2020. Laurel S. Housh Personal Representative BS 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
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Cause No. DP-21-19 Dept. No. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be either mailed to the Personal Representative, Kelly Martin, return receipt requested, c/o NELSON LAW OFFICE PLLC, 217 North Third Street, Suite J, Hamilton, MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.
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