11-16-2021 Uinta County Herald legal notices

STATE OF WYOMING  IN THE DISTRICT COURT

COUNTY OF UINTA      THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT

Joseph B. Bluemel, District Court Judge

In the Matter of the Estate of Emma Darlene Powell           

and Steven Verle Powell (Husband and Wife)           Probate No. 21-51

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION OF REAL PROPERTY

Wyo. Stat. § 2-1-205 Lexis Nexis (2021)

TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN SAID ESTATE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ashanah Barnes, pursuant to Wyo. Stat. §2-1-205, has filed a sworn Application for A Decree of Distribution in the District Court, Third Judicial District, County of Uinta, State of Wyoming stating:

1. That Emma Darlene Powell and Steven Verle Powell (Husband and Wife) passed away simultaneously on the 8th day of September 2021 in a Motorcycle vs Motor Vehicle head on collision in Sweetwater County, Wyoming.
2. Said Application alleges that Emma Darlene Powell and Steven Verle Powell were tenants by the entireties in the property described herein at the time of their simultaneous death in Sweetwater County Wyoming.
3. Street Address 724 Uinta Street Evanston, Wyoming.
4. WHITE’S ADD BLK 4 L T 8 PT L T 9 BECKWITH’S 1 ST ADD BLK 4 L T 8 PT
5. That less liens and encumbrances, the entire estate of each decedent is less than $200,000.00.
6. That pursuant to Wyo. Stat Ann. 2-13-105, the property shall be distributed one-half (1/2) as if one (1) had survived and one-half (1/2) as if the other had survived.
7. That Ashanah Barnes is the sole beneficiary and devisee entitled to the property pursuant to a joint Holographic will left by decedents.
8. Said application requests that this court issue a Decree of Distribution, distributing said property to Ashanah Barnes.

Any objection to said Application must be filed in said Court within thirty (30) days of the first date of publication. If no timely objections are filed, the Court shall enter the requested Decree establishing the right and title to said real property.

/s/ Ashanah Barnes

/s/ Tom E. Barnes     November 4, 2021.

Attorney for Ashanah Barnes

P.O. Box 607

Evanston, WY 82931

PUBLISHED: Nov. 9, 16, 2021 11093

INVITATION TO BID

PUBLIC WORKS

NAME: 2022 or newer 250/2500 3/4 TON CREW CAB 4WD LONG WHEELBASE PICKUP WITH FLIP  TOP SERVICE BODY

OWNER:

City of Evanston

1200 Main Street

Evanston, WY 82930

Phone: (307) 783-6450

SEALED BIDS for a 2022 or newer 250/2500 ¾ TON CREW CAB 4WD LONG WHEELBASE PICKUP WITH FLIP TOP SERVICE BODY will be received by the City of Evanston at the Department of Public Works, 33 Allegiance Circle, Evanston, Wyoming; until 1:00 p.m., WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2021, at which time any and all bids received will be opened and read aloud. 

BID SPECIFICATIONS may be obtained at the Department of Public Works, 33 Allegiance Circle, Evanston, WY  82930; Phone: (307) 783-6450; a hard copy requires a payment of $12.00 for each set; non-refundable.

RESIDENT PREFERENCE(S): In order to receive a five percent (5%) resident preference, resident contractors and material suppliers must be state certified and receive a certificate of residency.  When obtaining project bid documents, resident contractors and suppliers must indicate their residency status by providing their residency certification number.  Certified resident suppliers shall submit a list of supplies and materials, specific to the project, which qualify to receive preference along with company contact names and phone numbers. Contact information from resident suppliers shall be available to resident contractors to use in preparing bids and meeting Wyoming statutory requirements.

The OWNER reserves the right to reject all or any part of bids if the Governing Body determines that it is in the best interest of the City to do so.

City of Evanston Public Works phone number is 307-783-6450:

Carolyn Maddux         Administrative Assistant III

            cmaddux@evanstonwy.org

Herman Roybal           Water Dist. & Coll. Manager

            HermanRoybal@evanstonwy.org

Gordon Robinson        Director of Public Works

            GordonRobinson@evanstonwy.org

(If emailing questions or requests, include Bid name on subject line)

City of Evanston

Kent Williams, Mayor

PUBLISHED: Nov. 9, 12, 16, 2021       11091

PUBLIC NOTICE

Pursuant to the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act and the Wyoming Public Service Commission’s (Commission) Rules, notice is hereby given of the Application of Questar Gas Company d/b/a Dominion Energy Wyoming (Dominion or the Company), for approval of the 2022 year budget for Energy Efficiency Programs.

1. Dominion is a public utility as defined by Wyo. Stat. § 37-1-101(a)(vi)(D), subject to the Commission’s jurisdiction pursuant to Wyo. Stat. § 37-2-112.
2. On October 29, 2021, Dominion submitted its Application requesting approval of its 2022 year budget and modifications to the ThermWise® Energy Efficiency Programs pursuant to Wyo. Stat. § 37-2-121, Commission Rule Chapter 3, Section 21, and the Commission’s Order issued on February 6, 2013, in Docket No. 30010-119-GT-12 (Record No. 13321).
3. Dominion proposes continuing the five existing ThermWise® Energy Efficiency Programs (Programs): [i] Appliance Rebates Program; [ii] Builder Rebates Program; [iii] Business Rebates Program; [iv] Home Energy Plan Program; and [v] Weatherization Rebates Program.
4. In addition to making minor tariff language changes to improve accuracy in each of the ThermWise® Programs’, the Company proposes 2022 additions of: residential heating ventilation and air conditioning monitoring and diagnostic systems in both the Appliance and Builder Rebates Programs; rigid foam exterior insulation to the Weatherization Rebates and Builder Rebates Programs; and two categories of advanced boiler control systems linkageless controls and O2 trim controls in its Business Rebates Program in 2022.
5. Dominion projects the total 2022 budget for the Programs and Market Transformation Initiative to be $167,868, an increase of 3% from the 2021 budget. Dominion states the proposed budget increase is primarily due to greater forecasted 2022 participation in the Appliance, Builder, and Business programs than were projected in 2021. The Company projects a total natural gas savings at 6,256 Dth per year, 7% above its projected 2021 natural gas savings estimates.
6. This is not a complete description of the Application. Dominion’s Application is on file at the Commission’s offices in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and is available for inspection by any interested person during regular business hours or online at: http://psc.wyo.gov.
7. Anyone desiring to file a statement, public comment, protest, intervention petition, or request for a public hearing in this matter must file in writing with the Commission on or before December 6, 2021. A proposed intervention or request for hearing must set forth the grounds under which they are made and the position and interest of the petitioner in this proceeding.
8. If you wish to intervene in this matter or request a public hearing that you will attend, or if you wish to file a statement, public comment, or protest, and you require reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Commission at (307) 777-7427, or write to the Commission at 2515 Warren Avenue, Suite 300, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, to make arrangements. Communications impaired persons may also contact the Commission by accessing Wyoming Relay at 711. Please mention Docket No. 30010-201-GT-21 (Record No. 16962) in your communications.

            Dated: November 5, 2021.

PUBLISHED: Nov. 9, 16, 2021 11095

UINTA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER ONE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

TO PROVIDE HEALTH INSURANCE CONSULTING SERVICES

U.C.S.D. Number One is interested in receiving proposals from qualified health and benefit insurance agent/agency to provide consulting services concerning the U.C.S.D. Number One group insurance products. 

U.C.S.D. Number One Administration is required to make recommendations concerning what insurance products are provided, benefit levels, and selection of insurance providers.  U.C.S.D. Number One Administration also reviews insurance utilization and cost, and has the responsibility to periodically bid group insurance products and review proposals from benefit providers.

The agent/agency/consultant will be highly involved in assisting the U.C.S.D. Number One Administration in fulfilling these functions.

Scope of Services

1. Negotiate rates and benefits with insurance providers, subject to approval by U.C.S.D. Number One.
2. Prepare specifications and assist U.C.S.D. Number One in bidding group insurance products. This includes preparation of RFP’s and evaluation of bids or proposals.
3. Provide U.C.S.D. Number One with consulting services concerning cost, liability, benefit structure, and contracts with providers for current insurance benefit package.
4. Prepare reports concerning trends, utilization, and costs.
5. Recommend benefit changes to meet the objectives of U.C.S.D. Number One.
6. Be the advocate for U.C.S.D. Number One and individual employees in working with insurers to ensure compliance with insurance contracts and in dispute resolution with benefit providers.
7. Assist U.C.S.D. Number One in the containment of benefit costs.
8. Agent/Agency will be responsible for all COBRA notices required by law. A COBRA administrator may be contracted at the Agent/Agency expense, but all federally required notices on the employees behalf are the responsibility of the Agent/Agency
9. Other duties as requested.

Terms of Contract

It is anticipated that the U.C.S.D. Number One will enter into a contract with the successful bidder that will be effective January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2025.

The initial term of the contract will be for 3 years with the option of renewal for additional one-year terms at the discretion of U.C.S.D. Number One.  This contract may be canceled at any time within 30 days of written notice from either U.C.S.D. Number One or the agent/agency.

The contract will require the consultant to work on a monthly fee basis

Proposal Format

The proposal should follow the format listed below.

1. Letter of Transmittal
2. Executive Summary

III. Detailed Discussion

1. Cost Proposal
2. References

Proposal Content

1. An explanation of the agent/agency’s experience in providing insurance consulting services for major companies, governmental entities or school districts.
2. A list of major clients for which the firm has provided consulting services. For each client please list the services provided and insurance companies utilized.
3. Include resumes of individuals who would be assigned to work with U.C.S.D. Number One if your firm is selected as our insurance agent/agency. Describe the role that each individual would play.
4. Identify if agent/agency is licensed in Wyoming.
5. Outline unique services that qualify your firm to serve U.C.S.D. Number One.
6. Describe your experience with the benefit providers currently utilized by U.C.S.D. Number One. Please make suggestions concerning modifications you would recommend to current benefits.

Directions for Submittal

Proposals must be received before 4:00 p.m. November 26, 2021 to:

            Mr. Ryan Thomas

            Uinta County School District Number One

            Superintendent of Schools

            P.O. Box 6002

            Evanston, WY 82931-6002

Selection Process

1. The U.C.S.D. Number One Administration and Board will review the proposals using the evaluation criteria listed below.

2, After evaluation of the proposals, finalists will be asked to make a presentation to the U.C.S.D. Number One Administration/Board.

3. Final selection will be based on U.C.S.D. Number One assessment of the written proposal and interview.

U.C.S.D. Number One reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any informality or technicality in any proposal.

Evaluation Criteria

1. Reputation and expertise in providing insurance consulting among similar clients    20%
2. Ability to negotiate rates and benefits 20%
3. Understanding of U.C.S.D. Number One products and suggestions for future considerations           30%
4. General services offered 30%

Proprietary Information

Agent/agency are required to mark any specific information contained in their proposal, which is not to be disclosed to the public, or used for the purposes other than the evaluation of the proposals.  Pricing and service elements of the successful proposal will not be considered proprietary.  All materials become the property of U.C.S.D. Number One and may be returned.  Proposals submitted may be reviewed and evaluated by any person at the discretion of U.C.S.D. Number One.

Contact Person

All correspondence and inquiries concerning this RFP should be directed to:

Mr. Ryan Thomas

Uinta County School District Number One

Superintendent of Schools

P.O. Box 6002

Evanston, WY 82931-6002

(307) 789-7571

PUBLISHED: Nov. 12, 16, 2021           1112

STATE OF WYOMING )           THE DISTRICT COURT

COUNTY OF UINTA      )           THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT

In the Matter of the Wrongful            )                       Joseph B. Bluemel

Death of Emma Darlene  Powell.       )                       District Court Judge

            )           Civil No. 21-200

PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF WRONGFUL DEATH REPRESENTATIVE

NOTICE W.S. 1-38-105

Joyce Martines hereby gives notice that pursuant to W.S. 1-38-102 a Petition/Application for appointment of a Wrongful Death Representative for Emma Darlene Powell has been filed in the District Court, Third Judicial District in and for Uinta County, Wyoming, on the tenth day of November 2021. Any person claiming to qualify under W.S. 1-38-104(a) may intervene as a matter of right.

PUBLISHED: Nov. 16, 23, 30, 2021     11161

STATE OF WYOMING )           THE DISTRICT COURT

COUNTY OF UINTA      )           THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT

In the Matter of the Wrongful            )                       Joseph B. Bluemel

Death of Steven Verle  Powell.           )                       District Court Judge

            )           Civil No. 21-201

PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF WRONGFUL DEATH REPRESENTATIVE

NOTICE W.S. 1-38-105

Sue Powell hereby gives notice that pursuant to W.S. 1-38-102 a Petition/Application for appointment of a Wrongful Death Representative for Steven Verle Powell has been filed in the District Court, Third Judicial District in and for Uinta County, Wyoming, on the tenth day of November 2021. Any person claiming to qualify under W.S. 1-38-104(a) may intervene as a matter of right.

PUBLISHED: Nov. 16, 23, 30, 2021     11162