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New Owners at T&L Power Equipment
Thirty years ago, Ted Weinand started a small equipment repair shop in Gooding. T&L Power Equipment Plus has been in several location in Gooding but has always provided great service.
For the last several years, T&L has been at 1903 State Highway 46 (across from Valley Wide) but you may have missed it because of the small yellow building sitting in front. The building was removed just a year ago and the inside of the T&L building was remodeled.
With the new visibility of the repair shop, there is now new owners - Charlie and Emy Lagasse. Charlie has been working in the shop for a couple of years, learning all the ins and outs of running the business. They are both excited to bring their passion for outdoor sports and power equipment to South Central Idaho.
Along with providing service and repair for mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws, and ATVs, T&L carries Makita outdoor tools and Cub Cadet equipment. In addition, they have recently become dealers for the All American Spartan Mowers and eNVy vehicles.
If you are looking for new or used equipment to take care of your yard, or you need someone to get your old equipment running again, give them a call at 208-934-4162. They can even provide pick-up and delivery if you are unable to transport.
Giving Small Businesses a Permanent Tax Break
U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.) introduced the Main Street Tax Certainty Act to permanently extend the 20 percent tax deduction for pass-through businesses. Should these tax cuts expire, small businesses will face an immediate and massive tax hike.
"Inflicting a 20% tax increase on Idaho's small businesses would be damaging to our economy and local communities," said Risch. "The Main Street Tax Certainty Act ensures these establishments remain the driving force Idaho's economy and thrive for generations to come."
"As the son of a contractor, I've seen firsthand the hard work it takes to keep a small business flourishing- especially as Americans are still grappling with the effects of Joe Biden's inflation. It's absolutely crucial that we pass this legislation to prevent a 20 percent tax increase for hardworking Montanans and I'll keep fighting for ways to support Montana small businesses, which provide the majority of jobs in our state," said Daines.
The 20% small business deduction was created as a part of President Trump's 2017 tax cuts to level the playing field between small businesses and large corporations. 9 out of 10 small businesses will be hit with a massive tax hike id this deduction expires at the end of 2025.
Property Tax Reduction
from the Idaho Tax Commission
You might be eligible for the Property Tax Reduction program if you’re an Idaho resident and homeowner. The program could reduce property taxes by $250 to $1,500 on your home and up to one acre of land.
County assessors and the Tax Commission manage this program. You can find out more about this program at: tax.idaho.gov/taxes/property/homeowners
You can also contact your local county assessor’s office. You might qualify for this program if all of these apply:
▪ Your total 2024 income, after deducting medical expenses, was $37,810 or less.
▪ You were 65 or older, blind, widowed, disabled, a former POW or hostage, or a motherless or fatherless child under 18 years old.
▪ You owned and lived in a home in Idaho that was your primary residence before April 15, 2025. (The property must have a current homeowner’s exemption.)
You could also qualify if you live in a care facility or nursing home in 2025 or lived in one in 2024. Contact your county assessor’s office for information.
You must apply and qualify for this program every year. For a reduction to 2025 property taxes, you must apply between January 1 and April 15, 2025. If approved, your benefit will appear on your December 2025 property tax bill.
Information you will need to apply includes a Medical Expense Statement. You might need other forms such as:
▪ PTR Medical Expense Statement
▪ Trust Affidavit
▪ Affidavit for Limited Partnership, LLC, or Corporation
Other tax relief options you might qualify for:
▪ Disabled Veterans benefit. This program doesn’t have an income limit.
▪ Property Tax Deferral. This program has an income limit. If you own and occupy a home (including manufactured homes) as your primary residence, you could qualify for a Homeowner’s Exemption (maximum $125,000). Apply for this exemption at your county assessor’s office. They determine if you qualify. Once approved, your exemption lasts until home ownership changes or you no longer use the home as your primary residence.
Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings
Camas 4-H Beef Club
Is your family interested in joining the Camas County 4H Beef Club? Please contact the 4H Extension Office at 764-2230 for sign-up info. Tentative weigh-in date: March 7th. Please have your steers or heifers halter-broke by the weigh-in date.
Valentine Bake Sale
Due to adverse winter weather, the Valentine Bake Sale at the Camas County Senior & Community Center had to be reschedule to take place during lunch time this week. Stop by for lunch on Wednesday and Friday, and grab some yummy desserts to take home.
On Saturday, February 22nd, the Camas Chamber of Commerce will be serving breakfast at the center from 8:30 to 10:30.
Help Keep Our Farmers’ Market Thriving!
Last year, an amazing community came together to keep the Lincoln County Farmers’ Market alive. It was a great season with everything from community events and delicious food trucks, to incredible vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, farm-fresh eggs, milk, and more.
Many saw the market as a success - bringing not just fresh food to the community, but also thousands of dollars in commerce the town. It was a place to gather, support local businesses, and celebrate everything that makes Lincoln County special.
In order to keep the Farmers' Market going and growing, they need a little help. Are you interested in joining our board and filling key vacancies? Would you like to be a vendor and share your amazing goods with the community? Check out their facebook page or goto their website for more information.
And... plan to support the market by shopping and spreading the word.
Idaho Tax Commission Releases Annual Tax Burden Study
The Idaho State Tax Commission has published the latest tax burden comparative of Idaho and the United States. The study compares Idaho's state and local taxes with those of other states and the District of Columbia. The Tax Commission conducted the annual study based on data from fiscal year (FY) 2022, the latest year for which U.S. Census Bureau figures are available. (The taxes compared include individual income, corporate income, sales, property, and motor vehicle.)
Idaho ranks 41st in overall state and local tax burden nationally when measured by the percentage of income that goes to pay taxes. It ranks 43rd when comparing taxes paid per person. (A ranking of 51 shows the lowest tax burden.)
Idaho also has the third lowest tax burden among 13 western states when measured by the percentage of income that goes to pay for taxes.
"2022 has been the most advantageous tax year for Idaho taxpayers in the last 25 years," said Tax Commission Chairman Jeff McCray. "Idaho is 15.7% below the U.S. average tax rate for personal income paid in taxes and 17.7% below the U.S. average rate for taxes paid per person."
New this year, the study's comparative tables are interactive. The tables combine U.S. Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis data to calculate the measures used to compare the average relative tax burden between Idaho and the United States. The interactive tables start with 2022 data and will include later years going forward.
You can find the 2022 Comparative Tax Potential: A State and local Tax Burden Comparative of Idaho and the United States on the Tax Commission's website at tax.idaho.gov through the Reports and Statistics link on the home page. The Tax Burden Study Comparative Tables also are available from the Reports and Statistics page.
Coming Soon... Teen Winter Camp!
(Registration deadline is February 21, 2025) February 28 thru March 2, 2025
Cost is $100 including transportation. For an application or more information, email teenwintercamp@idaho4hcamp.com, or Visit online at www.idaho4hcamp.com or on Facebook
Cup of Tee by Tee Hurd
What does it take to become an honorary citizen of the United States? Honorary citizenship is bestowed by at city or other government on a foreign or native individual who is considered to be especially admirable or otherwise worth of the distinction. The honor is symbolic and does not confer any change to citizenship or nationality. In the United States, it is by an act of Congress and Presidential assent.
There is no actual citizenship. No legal right to a passport is issued. Nor is there any legal right to live in the country. The honorary citizen does not receive rights, privileges or duties held by any actual citizen. It is totally symbolic.
A good question comes to mind, "Does any Disney character born in the United States, has traveled world wide, and has been accepted into homes of other countries considered to be an honorary citizen?" They have done good and have been admired by millions.
What about artist who have recorded tapes, records and CDs that have come to live in the United States? Honorary Citizenship?? Not even the Beetles had citizenship. In fact, John Lennon had been asked to leave the United States twice. His residence here was due to a lot of legal litigation. No honorary citizenship, probably due to taxes or lack of.
Only eight people have received honorary
citizenship in the United States.
The first was Winston Churchill on April 9, 1965, by President Kennedy. The fifth was Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu (Mother Teresa) on October 1, 1996. These were the only living people to be deemed "Honorary Citizens." The rest were posthumously (after death).
Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish diplomat who saved Jews from the Death Camps, was the second person to receive honorary citizenshipOctober 5, 1981. On October 19, 1984, William and Hannah Penn became citizens three and four, mostly for their devotion to providing free education to all.
The last three honorary citizens were from the Revolutionary War. In 2002, Marquis de Lafayettte was granted a citizenship due to his relentless pressure on the French monarchy to aid the colonists. In 2009, Casimir Pulaski, coined the Father of the American Cavalry, was honored. Lastly, in 2014, Bernado de Galvez who united and led a multi-national group to fight for the Americans.
Without the vote from Congress or the President, I'm still a little lost. A citizen is a person entitled to the protection and the political rights of a sovereign state. An honorary (revered) citizen should be alive to be honored and with speed - not 200 years later to be a citizen. This is my "Cup of Tee" low on substance.
Senior Center Menus
All menus are subject to change without notice.
Shoshone Richfield
886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W)
487–2722 130 S Main Street
Lunch: $2 (under 12) $6.00 (12-59) $5 over 60 (suggested)
Thursday, Feb 20 (Rich) Ham Sandwich w/ Soup & Pie
Friday, Feb 21 (Sho) Baked Potato Bar
Monday, Feb 24 (Rich) Spaghetti w/ Garlic Bread
Tuesday, Feb 25 (Sho) Spaghetti w/ Garlic Bread
Wed, Feb 26 (Sho) BBQ Beef Sandwich & Tots
Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays for Lunch
Friday, Feb 21 Chicken Fried Steak
Tuesday, Feb 25 Cheddar & Broccoli Soup
Wednesday, Feb 26 Beef Stroganoff
Gooding 934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)
Breakfast every First Saturday 7:30-9:30..... $6.00
Thursday, Feb 20 Ham n'Bean Soup
Monday, Feb 24 Tamale Pie
Tuesday, Feb 25 Trout
Wednesday, Feb 26 Teriyaki Chicken
Hagerman 837-6120 (140 East Lake Street)
Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday.
Friday, Feb 21... Chili Bowl
Monday, Feb 24... Chicken Fried Steak
Wednesday, Feb 26... Salisbury Steak
Wendell 536-9951 (380 East 1st Street)
Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon.
Friday, Feb 21... Cod & Hash Browns
Monday, Feb 24... Lasagna & Garlic Bread
This Week’s Sudoku Puzzle Answers
Puzzle #1 - Easy Puzzle
obituary
Jorge Luis Campos
Jorge Luis Campos, 48, of Kuna, and formerly of Bliss, passed away unexpectantly on Sunday, February 9, 2025 in Idaho Falls.
Jorge was born in Mexico, or as he would call it "The Motherland" on October 18, 1976. He was the first of five children born to Jorge and Lupe Campos. Jorge was brought to the little town of Bliss, Idaho when he was nine months old. He attended and graduated from Bliss High School in 1995.
Jorge had many talents, he was an expert fixer-upper, a landscaping guru and talented inventor – which led him to the best job of his life at JUMP in Boise. Jorge was so lucky to be able to put all these talents to work at JUMP, he loved JUMP.
Jorge was an outdoor guy; he was one with nature. He loved traveling, hiking, camping, sledding, swimming and just seeking any new adventure.
Jorge's memory will forever live on, in the stories that will be shared by his friends, his siblings, his nieces and nephew, stepchildren, fiancée and his mother and father.
He is survived by: his parents – Jorge and Guadalupe Campos; his fiancée – Leslie Medicine Elk; one brother – Roberto Campos; two sisters – Magda Campos and Alejandra Franco; step-son –Dakota and step-daughter – Sierra; six nieces and nephews – Lizeth, Isabella, Ariana, Ava, Giovanni and Aron; and his beloved dogs – Miss Muffet and Frankie, but will be reunited with Smoki. He was preceded in death by his brother – David Eduardo Campos.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 15, at the Bliss High School Gym with Father Carlos Rosero officiating. Burial followed in the Upper Clover Creek Cemetery north of Bliss. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
death & service notices
Clara Louise Boesiger Hansen, 95, a resident of Boise and formerly of Shoshone, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at All Care Hospice in Boise. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Shoshone Chapel.
E. Hugh Koonce, 90, a recent resident of Boise and formerly of Fairfield, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025 in Boise. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
Lyons "Pete" Donald Woody, 87, a resident of Gooding and formerly of Challis, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at DeSano Place Assisted Care in Gooding. Local arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel. Final arrangements will be under the care and direction of Jones and Casey Funeral Home in Salmon.
Janet A. Gardner Luttmer, 85, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at her home in Wendell. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Wendell Chapel.
Roseanna Wigle, 74, a resident of Hagerman, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 at her home in Hagerman. Funeral arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
Rebecca Kathleen Rose, 61, a resident of Shoshone, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 at her home in Shoshone. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Shoshone Chapel.
obituaries
Janet Arlene Luttmer
Janet Arlene Luttmer, age 85, of Wendell, Idaho passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at her home in Wendell surrounded by her loving family.
Janet was born on July 11, 1939 in Twin Falls, Idaho, the daughter of Theodore and Nellie Olive Gardner. She was the last of five children. Janet lived in various places during her childhood, which included the Salmon Tract, Jerome, Bliss, and finally Hagerman, Idaho, where she graduated from high school.
Janet met her husband, Gerhard Luttmer, in Gooding, Idaho at an LDS church dance. They were married in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on November 7, 1957. During their life together they lived in various areas around the Magic Valley as well as Utah and settled in Hagerman, Idaho on their farm, where they resided for 37 years. During this time, they had six children, four sons and two daughters. In 2001 they sold the farm and moved to Wendell, Idaho. Gerhard and Janet were married for 60 years until Gerhard passed away on April 27, 2018.
Janet was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved music and held many church callings as a music leader. She also served in the Relief Society and in the Twin Falls LDS Temple. Janet also loved to dance, especially with her husband Gerhard. Together they served as dance directors for the LDS church. They were also called to a service mission at the Twin Falls Employment Center.
Family was everything to Janet. She always wanted everyone to get together for holidays and special occasions. She was the best cook and everyone loved her Sunday dinner, especially her famous roast! She supported her children and grandchildren in all their activities and loved every minute of it.
In December of 2020 Janet was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, this would eventually end her life. She was the strongest woman who fought all the way to the end and she did it with a positive attitude and a smile on her face.
On October 30, 2021 she married Jerry Allen at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints in Wendell, Idaho. They spent just over three years together giving each other companionship and love. Janet’s family would like to thank Jerry for taking such good care of her until the end, and thank his family for accepting her as their own and helping take care of her when they could. Thank you also to the various church members, doctors, nurses, and those at Auburn Crest who also cared for Janet.
She is survived by: her husband - Jerry Allen; her children - Gerhard (Lori) Luttmer of Nampa, Connie (Larry) Scarrow of Jerome, Scott (Sandi) Luttmer of Hagerman, Steve (Kandie) Luttmer of Kimberly, Tina (Trent) Siler of Twin Falls; 16 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; one sister - Irene Tadlock; as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her husband - Gerhard Luttmer; son - Theodore “Ted” Luttmer; parents - Theodore and Nellie Olive Gardner; brothers - Theodore (Ted) Gardner, Ralph Gardner, and Lloyd Gardner.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Wendell, Idaho. Burial will follow at the Hagerman Cemetery.
Family and friends may visit from 5:00 - 7:00 pm on Friday, February 21, 2025 at Demaray Funeral Chapel, 737 Main St. Gooding, Idaho and on Saturday from 9:00 am until 9:45 am at the Church before the service in Wendell.
Patsy Shelton
Patsy Ruth Shelton, 87, a resident of Shoshone, Idaho, passed away on February 4, 2025 at St. Luke's in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Patsy Ruth (Sage) Shelton was born July 10, 1937 in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma to Albert Sage and Ora Mae (Thompson) Sage. She moved with her parents to Shafter, California in 1941 where she was raised and educated.
In 1957 she married the love of her life, William Shelton Jr. A year later they had their first of three children. In her younger years bowling was a hobby of hers, in later years most of her time was spent hosting family gatherings, running a successful race car engine business with her husband “Shelton Engines”, and attending race car events which three of her grandsons were often contenders. It should be noted that she won grandmother of the year for 47 consecutive years.
She is survived by her daughter – Tina Shelton; sister – Alberta Sage (Gordon Gage); brothers – Donny and Robert Sage; seven grandchildren – William, Ryan, Shawn, Brandon and Rayan Shelton, Ricky and Jen Maes; six great grandchildren – Richard Maes, Hayden Shelton, Lyric and Jaimie and three that she never got to meet; and one great, great, grandson – “Baby Maes” due in April.
She is preceded in death by her husband – William Shelton Jr.; sons – Mike and Rick; grandson -Robert; brothers - Al and Bobby, and both parents.
Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Shoshone Chapel.
Consumer Confidence Report CITY OF RICHIFIELD
Under the safe drinking water act of 1996, every drinking water system with at least 15 service connections must give, or make available for consumers, a report about their water. This report gives vital information about what you drink, and water suppliers a chance to let the public know what they do.
THE CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT For 2024 has been prepared and is in the RICHFIELD CITY OFFICE for your review if you wish to learn more about the quality water and services we deliver to you each day. Please feel free to stop by and pick up your copy of the (CCR) REPORT. City of Richfield
180 W Lincoln - Richfield Idaho
Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GOODING
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ) Case No.
RONALD GUY STROUD AND ) CV24-25-00082
CHARLENE KAREN STROUD, ) NOTICE TO Deceased. ) CREDITORS (I.C. 15-3-801)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sam Stroud has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedents. All persons having claims against the decedents or the estate is required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred.
Claims must be presented to Joseph F. James, of the firm James Law Office, PLLC, 125 Fifth Avenue West, Gooding, Idaho, 83330, and filed with the Clerk of the Court.
DATED this 17th day of January, 2025.
JAMES LAW OFFICE, PLLC
Joseph F. James
Attorney for the Personal Representative
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GOODING IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ) Case No. ) CV24-25-000128
CHARLOTTE JUANITA CHILDERS, )NOTICE TO CREDITORS Deceased. ) (I.C. 15-3-801)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rodney Childers has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate is required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to Joseph F. James, of the firm James Law Office, PLLC, 125 Fifth Avenue West, Gooding, Idaho, 83330, and filed with the Clerk of the Court.
DATED this 17th day of January, 2025.
JAMES LAW OFFICE, PLLC
Joseph F. James
Attorney for the Personal Representative
Legislative Update from Representative Miller
Week 5... Ending February 7, 2025
Current
H40 is a tax reduction bill. It removes capital gains tax from precious metals ($1 million). It reduces personal and corporate tax from 5.695% to 5.3% ($240 million). It exempts certain military benefits from income taxation ($12 million). That is a total tax savings estimated to be $252 million. It passed the House 63-7-0 on a partisan vote. Many states exempt tax on retired military personnel - it attracts people with valuable skill sets and experience. Idaho will now join (if the Senate and the Governor agree!) in attracting retired military personnel to our state.
H93 Ed Choice passed the House 42-28-0 in a butt numbing 2½ hour floor session. H93 is a parental choice tax credit of up to $5,000 per child (age 5-18) and up to $7,500 per child (age 5-21) with disabilities requiring ancillary personnel as defined in IC 33-2001. An eligible student must be a full-time resident of Idaho not enrolled in any Idaho public school district, charter school or any other Idaho public school organized pursuant to Idaho Code. Families under 300% poverty level get first priority.
Upcoming Millertime
Senator Zuiderveld, Representative Hostetler and I are working to schedule a series of Townhall meetings for Saturday February 22. The 45 minute meetings would begin in Gooding at 9:00am and proceed to Hagerman, Buhl, Filer, Kimberly and conclude in Hansen about 4:00. The date and schedule will be confirmed and forwarded to you at that time.
The Week
I brought RS 32255 (Legal Tender) to State Affairs Friday. The bill defines specie (silver or gold that is stamped with weight and purity) and recognizes Idaho production of specie as legal tender in Idaho. This bill allows “willing seller and willing buyer” to contract and use specie as legal tender. No person or entity can compel another person or entity to tender or accept specie unless agreed upon by the parties. I expect the bill to come to committee next week. (The bullion bar in the photo is not stamped and would not be specie. If it was, it would be worth about $60,000!)
Mining Association meetings have been packed with attendees. The interest in Idaho’s mining resources is sky rocketing. We have rare earth elements, antimony, cobalt, molybdenum, niobium, tantalum, zinc, just name a few. And we are one of the most business-friendly states that have these resources. Idaho has enough thorium to supply the power needs of the United States for the next 100 years! We need to not only encourage mining of these minerals but processing them in Idaho to provide construction opportunities and high paying jobs for Idahoans. Be sure and encourage our Congressmen and Senators to push for simplified federal regulations that allow for reasonable permitting times. Remember, shorter permitting times doesn’t mean sloppy work, it means efficient processing of information and laws. Perpetua Resources has been working for over 15 years for federal approval and finally received it. That is ridiculous!! Idaho can process permits in months.
Agricultural Affairs Committee
Idaho Department of Agriculture Director Tewalt gave a comprehensive review of the quagga muscle situation on the Snake River near Twin Falls. She reviewed the treatments during the last 2 summers and the extensive testing that occurred not only on the 8.6 mile reach near Twin but across the state.
There was an extensive presentation on hemp production and processing. Hemitecture of Jerome is the only processor in Idaho and growing rapidly. There were 1,800 acres of hemp grown in Idaho last year. It requires strict application and product testing to utilize hemp. Hemitecture produces fiber insulation. They processed over 932,000 pounds of which 42% came from Idaho. Apparently, hemp works well in a potato rotation.
It is an honor to serve as your Representative in the Idaho House of Representatives. Representative Steven Miller - District 24B
CITY OF GOODING ~ GOODING, IDAHO COLLECTION SYSTEM LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Electronic sealed bids for the construction of the Project will be received by The City of Gooding and Keller Associates, Inc. using QuestCDN Online Electronic Bid platform until 2:00 PM on February 26, 2025, Mountain Standard Time (MST); at this time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read via video conference and published on QuestCDN. A link to the video conference will be emailed to plan holders via the email provided by the Bidder when the project documents are downloaded.
The Project consists of constructing the following:
The bid package includes a base bid to rehabilitate Lift Stations 1 and 2 that includes installing wet well and discharge vault coatings, replacing electrical components and wiring, installing additional lighting, replacing ventilation systems, replacing control panels, replacing pumps, replacing discharge vaults, upsizing dry well pressure piping, and installing wet well level monitoring systems.
Separate additive bids are included for Lift Stations 3 through 8 that include installing wet well and discharge structure coatings, replacing electrical components and wiring, installing additional lighting, replacing ventilation systems, replacing control panels, relocating controls (Lift Station 3 and 4 only), and installing wet well level monitoring systems.
Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a lump sum and unit price basis, with additive alternate bid items as indicated in the Bid Form.
The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Keller Associates, Inc.
305 North 3rd Avenue, Suite A - Pocatello, ID 83201
Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM.
Copies of the Bidding documents and drawings may be purchased and downloaded electronically for a nonrefundable download delivery fee of $22.00 (plan holder) and online bidding fee of $42.00 (bidder), as follows:
1. Go to Keller Associates’ website by typing www.kellerassociates.com into your internet browser.
2. Click on the “Current Project Bidding” option at the top of the web page.
3. A list of projects that are currently out for bid will appear, click on the “City of Gooding – Collection System Improvements” project.
4. The City of Gooding – Collection System Lift Station Improvements page will display information specific to the project. At the bottom of the page select the option to “Download” which will allow bidders to register as a plan holder, purchase, and download the Bidding Documents via Quest CDN. Following registration, complete sets of Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the Issuing Office’s website as “zipped” portable document format (PDF) files. The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the Issuing Office will be considered the Bidder’s date of receipt of the Bidding Documents. Official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered and available through the designated website. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner or Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website or issuing office. Bidders who are unable to access or register with QuestCDN should contact Morgan Cushing at Keller Associates at mcushing@kellerassociates.com to make separate arrangements.
Prospective Bidders are encouraged to register with the designated website as a plan holder, even if Bidding Documents are obtained from a plan room or source other than the designated website in either electronic or paper format. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a bid for the project. For assistance in viewing or downloading the digital project information, contact QuestCDN at (952) 233-1632 or info@questcdn.com.
A pre-bid conference will not be held. Contact Noel Edwards (208-749-8290) for access to lift stations during the bidding period, if needed. Schedule all field visits a minimum of seven days prior to a field visit. No field visits will be permitted within seven days of the bid opening. Bid shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: City of Gooding By: Mr. Larry Bybee - Public Works Director
Gooding,
Twin Falls and Fairfield
Gooding: 345 Main St, Gooding Twin Falls: 2732 Kimberly Rd, Twin Falls Fairfield: 516 Solider Rd, Fairfield (by appt. only)
Home, Auto, Life, Commercial, & Farm & Ranch
Medical: Monday & Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Dental: Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Pharmacy: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Dr. Levin, MD • Dean Rodemack, PA-C • Bryce Bennion, Pharm.D (Sliding Scale fees available)
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► Had to buy a new refrigerator so have 5 FMM-1 Single HDX Refrigerator Filters for sale. Paid 25.00 each, will sell for 20/each or all 5 for $100. Contact Patty at 208/539-4378.
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The Camas County School District is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant. They are seeking a team member to assist the building principal in the efficient operation of the school. The best candidate will demonstrate high levels of organization, work ethic, and customer service skills.
Job Requirements:
● High school diploma or General Education Degree
● Knowledge of work processing, data bases spread sheets helpful
● Self-motivated
● Good telephone skills and ability to communicate effectively
● Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
● Work well with students, staff and the public
● Organizational skills
Application Requirements
● District Application Form (www.camascountyschools.org)
● Resume
● Three Letters of Recommendation
Please submit all application requirements and direct questions concerning this position to Wendy Strickler at: 610 Soldier Road - Fairfield, Idaho 83327
Phone: 208-764-2625 or Fax: 208-764-9218
Email: wstrickler@camascountyschools.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
Camas County School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
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