Alanon Group
27514 E Hwy 160
High Country Village
2nd & 4th Tuesday 7-8 p.m.
970-565-3128 

CORTEZ AA FELLOWSHIP
Tues. Thurs. & Sat. 8 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
208 N. Dolores Road
1-888-333-9649

Dolores AA Fellowship
WED 7:00 p.m.
Open Meeting.
Dolores Community Center
Riverside Entrance

HOPE NOT DOPE
NA GROUP
Fridays 7:00 p.m.
St. Barnabus Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St. Cortez

Hospice of Montezuma offers BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT, men's and women's groups. Info: 970-565-4400

Sunlight Group AA
Mon, Thurs & Sat 10:00 am
St. Barnabas Episcopal 110 W. North St, courtyard, downstairs

Towaoc AA meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Support for alcohol or drugs, open meeting, men or women. 322 Spruce St. Call 970-560-5239 for info.

Ute Mountain Group AA
High Country Storage Plaza
27518 E. Hwy 160
EVERY DAY @ NOON
MON @ 7 p.m. Beginners

RENEW: Free & confidential counseling to domestic violence victims & survivors of sexual assault. WINGS Safehouse.
24 hour hotline: 970-565-2100.

Mother’s Day BAKE SALE
to benefit For Pets' Sake
SATURDAY MAY 9TH!
10am at City Market
Drop off baked goods
starting at 9:30am Sat. at
City Mkt. OR Fri. May 8th
9am-5pm at NetForce PC
(1011 N. Mildred Road).
Info: 970-565-PETS/7387

End of an Era
Blackwell's Road H Mega Barn Sale is going out of business.
For sale - all or part. Business opportunity. Sale or trade; financing available. Ton of stuff, including racks and showcases.
EVERYTHING MUST GO.
Thurs. April 30 - Monday May 4
8am - 5pm
25253 Road H, Cortez

Aspen & Pine FIREWOOD - SPRING SPECIAL -  Dry, PINE, split. $165 per cord. ASPEN $185 per cord. Free local delivery. 970-560-0037 970-570-3254 

Dolores School District has office space for rent in the District Administration Building.
Dimensions are 13x11 ft and 12x14 ft. 2 office spaces available.
$800 per space/month. 6-month lease.
For more information, please contact hr@dolores.k12.co.us or call 970-882-7255.

Kilgore American Indian Art
Kelly Kilgore
Appraisals & Sales
602-448-2182 970-533-9138
kilgoreamericanindianart.net
kellyindianart@gmail.com
Mancos, Colorado
100 W. Grand Ave.

CONSTRUCTION WASTE HAULING
Contract Environmental Services, Inc.
30cy/40cy Roll-off container service.
Asbestos building inspection.
Landfarm/Landfill
970-565-1198
www.contractenv.com

Bishop Air Colorado
Heating & Cooling
Sales, Service, Installation
Commercial l& Residential
Specializing in Ductless Mini Split Systems
Call now & schedule your spring AC tune-up!
970-882-8859

Proudly serving Southwest Colorado with cost-effective chip sealing. Free estimates. Licensed and Bonded. Call Tommy at 970-880-0739

1986 Lund 5.3 Tyee, 17-ft. BOAT with 115 HP Evinrude. On Shorelander Trailer w/elec brakes. 1 owner. $2500. 970-570-9186

34623
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Engineering Services
Project Number# 04-21-26

Project: Water Share Usage & Distribution Improvement
Location: Lewis Arriola Elementary School
Date Issued: April 20, 2026
Submittal Deadline: May 4, 2026, 11:00 am
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 (the “District”) is soliciting Requests for Qualifications (“RFQ”) from qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering services related to the evaluation and optimization of water share usage and distribution at Lewis Arriola Elementary School.
The District owns or has access to water shares used for irrigation and/or other non-potable purposes. The District seeks to maximize the efficiency, value, and lawful use of these water shares while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, decrees, and water district requirements.
Project Objectives
The objectives of this project include:
· Evaluate current water share usage and delivery systems.
· Identify inefficiencies, losses, or underutilization.
· Ensure compliance with applicable water rights and administration requirements.
· Develop recommendations for infrastructure and operational improvements.
· Provide cost-effective, implementable solutions.
Scope of Services
The selected firm will provide professional services that may include, but are not limited to:
A. Existing Conditions Assessment
· Review of water rights documentation, decrees, and share ownership.
· Site investigation of existing irrigation and conveyance infrastructure.
· Coordination with local ditch companies and/or water districts.
B. Water Usage & Efficiency Analysis
· Analysis of historical and current water usage.
· Identification of system losses, inefficiencies, or operational constraints.
· Evaluation of delivery timing and allocation practices.
C. Hydraulic & Infrastructure Evaluation
· Assessment of canals, pipelines, headgates, meters, pumps, and storage.
· Hydraulic modeling as appropriate.
· Identification of deficiencies or bottlenecks.
D. Regulatory & Legal Coordination
· Coordination with the Colorado Division of Water Resources and/or local water
commissioner.
· Identification of permitting or approval requirements.
· Ensuring compliance with water rights administration and applicable statutes
E. Alternatives Analysis & Preliminary Design
· Development of improvement alternatives (e.g., metering, lining, piping,
automation).
· Evaluation of costs, benefits, and feasibility.
· Conceptual/preliminary design of recommended improvements
F. Cost Estimation & Implementation Planning
· Opinion of probable construction costs.
· Phasing and prioritization recommendations.
· Identification of potential funding sources (if applicable).
G. Optional Services (if needed)
· Final design and construction documents.
· Bidding support.
· Construction administration.
Minimum Qualifications
Firms must meet the following minimum qualifications:
· Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado.
· Demonstrated experience with water resources, irrigation systems, or water
rights-related engineering.
· Experience working with public entities preferred.
· Familiarity with Colorado water law and administration strongly preferred.
Statement of Qualifications Requirements
Submittals shall be concise and include the following:
· Cover letter:
o Stating firm’s interest and understanding of the project.
· Firm Profile:
o General information,
o Years in business, and
o Office locations.
· Project Team:
o Resumes of the Principal-in-Charge and the Project Manager who will be
directly assigned to Lewis Arriola Elementary School.
· Relevant Experience:
o Summary of at least three (3) similar water resource or irrigation projects
completed within the last five years. Include project scope, client, outcomes, and
relevance.
· Technical Approach:
o A brief narrative (2–3 pages) on how the firm intends to approach the unique
challenges of Lewis Arriola Elementary School’s water distribution.
· References:
o Contact information for past clients on similar projects.
Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be scored based on the following weighted scale:
Criteria Weight
Experience with Water Share/Irrigation Engineering 40%
Qualifications of Key Personnel 25%
Proposed Technical Approach and Innovation 20%
Past Performance and References 15%
Submission Instructions
Please submit 2 hard copies and one digital (PDF) copy of your SOQ to:
Attn: Ray Lopez, Facilities Director
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
400 North Elm
Cortez CO 81321
bidinfo@cortez.k12.co.us

General Terms and Conditions
· The District reserves the right to reject any or all submittals.
· The District is not liable for any costs incurred in preparing a response.
· All submittals become property of the District.
· The selected firm will be required to enter into a professional services agreement.
Published in The Journal April 29, 2026

34629
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case Number: 26C50
Public Notice is given on 4/22/2026 that Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Montezuma County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Abilene Mari Moore be changed to Abilene Mari Darland.
By Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk
Published in The Journal April 29 and May 6 and 13, 2026

34671
NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Title III – Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000

Notice is hereby given that Montezuma County has opened a forty-five (45) day period, effective April 27, 2026, to accept written comments from the public on the application of payments received by the County pursuant to Title III of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, as reauthorized (the “SRS Act”).

Comment Period: Written comments will be accepted immediately through June 11, 2026, and can be mailed or hand-delivered to: Montezuma County 109 W Main St Room 280 Cortez, CO 81321

Comment Purpose: Montezuma County is eligible to receive $47,310.63 in revenues distributed in 2026 under Title III of the SRS Act for certain statutorily defined purposes specified in Title III. These purposes include (1) activities under the Firewise Communities program; (2) reimbursement of costs for search and rescue and other emergency services on federal land within Montezuma County; (3) development of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan; (4) Expenses of non-disposable personal protective equipment and electronic aids such as GPS devices in anticipation of responding to emergencies.

Proposed Use: The County proposes to use the allocated funds to purchase personal protective equipment for the Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office in the form of rifle-rated ballistic vests and carriers, as Montezuma County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to incidents on federal lands within Montezuma County. Montezuma County intends to apply the Title III funds to these expenditures, and it is this application on which public comment is invited.

Additional Information: Information regarding Title III funds is available from the US Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service webpage discussing County Funds under the SRS Act.
Published in The Journal April 29 and May 6, 2026

34674
Pleasant View Fire Protection District is accepting bids for a new substation at the corner of BB and 10 Pleasant View CO. Bid packets will be available April 29th. Packets may be picked up from Angela Rohwer 970-739-6060 or Jeremy Rosenbaugh 4Corners Chiropractic 970-565-4483.
Published in the Journal April 29, 2026

34688
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination of a proposed 5 Lot Moderate Subdivision and Rezoning Application, submitted by Cori Cavalier & Christopher Thar, on property located at 32560 Road P, Mancos, CO, consisting of 40 acres, more or less, located west of Road 33, south of Road P, situated in Section 1, Township 36N, Range 15W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm, Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 17th day of March 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal April 29, 2026

34690
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination of a proposed 5.50-acre Single Lot Development & Rezoning Application, submitted by Roger & Cindy Sutherland; agent: Julie Suckla, on property located at 12253 Road 23, Cortez, CO, consisting of 40.67 acres, more or less, located north of Road M, west of Road 23, situated in Section 8 Township 36N, Range 16W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm, Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 15th day of April 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal April 29, 2026

34691
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination regarding of regarding a proposed Subdivision Amendment Application to Lots 1&2 of the Frank Spore Subdivision, 1st Amended, submitted by Ron & Shawn Russell and Jonas & Ella Keim, on properties located at 25582 & 25640 Road T, Dolores, CO, consisting of 28.72 & 8.39 acres, more or less, both located west of Road 26, south of Road T, situated in Section 14, Township 37N, Range 16W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 9:00am in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 20th day of April 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal April 29, 2026

34697
PUBLIC NOTICE
MONTEZUMA COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for review and determination of a proposed 10-acr Single Lot Development & AR10-34 Rezoning Application, submitted by Gordon & Jeanna Kuhlman; agent: Judith Swain, on property located at 18779 Hwy 145, Dolores, CO, consisting of 320 acres, more or less, located north of Hwy 145, situated in Section 7, Township 37N, Range 14W, N.M.P.M. The hearing will be held Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm, Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Montezuma County Administrative Offices, 109 W. Main, Cortez, CO. Interested persons may attend and give input. Information may be obtained from the Planning Office on-line service at you may also contact the Planning Dept. at (970) 565-2801 with questions.
Dated this 20th day of April 2026
/s/ Kim Percell, Clerk,
Board of County Commissioners
Montezuma County, CO
Published in The Journal April 29, 2026

34698
ORDER FOR PUBLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case Number: 26C51
Name of Colleen Denise Brennan is requested to be changed to Colleen Brennan McKenna.
Published in The Journal April 29 and May 6 and 13, 2026

34705
Under the direction of the Board of County Commissioners of Dolores County Colorado for the period of February 1, 2026 through February 28, 2026, inclusive, in compliance with an act to publish such of their acts that relate to letting of contracts, abatements, and refunds of taxes and expenditures by them allowed and paid. Detailed personnel information may be seen in the Social Services Office during regular business hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Programs:
Colorado Works 5485.67
Adult Protective Services 1.36
Aid to Needy Disabled 248.00
Child Care 3975.49
Child Support Enforcement 182.80
Child Welfare 25509.26
County Administration 25148.27
Non-Allocated Programs 340.21
CORE Services 2157.32
Food Assistance 37024.28
Home Care Allowance
LEAP 22725.30
Managed Care 1583.43
Old Age Pension 899.72
Ormiston Fund 500.00
IV-D Retained -1341.00
Cost Allocation
County Only
Other Intergovernmental 2398.19
Youth Mental Health
Grand Total *126,838.30
*Includes payroll, written checks, and programs
Payroll Total 55,220.48

AT&T 180.30
Ballantine Communications 31.98
Dennis Golbricht 2,652.00
Dove Creek Superette 155.11
Empire Electric Association 698.86
FTIWIFI 365.86
ImageNet Consulting 164.72
Montezuma Water Co 75.15
STUD/Onward! A Legacy Foundation 1,989.00
The Pinon Project 1,583.43
Town of Dove Creek 130.00
VISA 1,391.65
Waste Management 172.79

Checks Total 9590.85

I, Linda Yellowman, Chairman of the Board of Social Services, do hereby certify the above to be a
correct statement for the expenses and tax abatements to date for the period of February 1, 2026
through February 28, 2026 inclusive.

Linda Yellowman
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DOLORES COUNTY
Published in The Journal April 29, 2026

34491
PUBLIC NOTICE
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
(CRS §38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 4-26
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On February 19, 2026, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Montezuma records.
Original Grantor(s): Donald James Williams and Marti Mae Mccabe
Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Mortgage Express, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust: January 13, 2025
County of Recording: Montezuma
Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 13, 2025
Recording Information at Reception No: 659938
Original Principal Amount: $346,499.00
Outstanding Principal Balance: $345,442.01
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
ALL THE REAL PROPERTY TOGETHER WITH IMPROVEMENTS, IF ANY, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA AND STATE OF COLORADO DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 7, BLOCK 5, COTTONWOOD KNOLL ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE REVISED PLAT THEREOF FILED FOR RECORD MAY 1, 1953 IN BOOK 8 AT PAGE 1.
Also known by street and number as: 1718 Rolling Rd, Cortez, CO 81321
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, AT 10:00 AM ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026, AT THE MONTEZUMA COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE’S OFFICE, 140 WEST MAIN STREET, SUITE 2, CORTEZ, CO 81321, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED.

First Publication: April 22, 2026
Last Publication: May 20, 2026
Newspaper: The Journal

Date: February 19, 2026
Ellen Black, Public Trustee in and for the County of Montezuma, State of Colorado
By: /s/ Ellen Black, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Halliday, Watkins & Mann, PC, Amanda Ferguson #44893, 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228, Phone (303) 274-0155, Attorney File #CO26283
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 13, 20, 2026

34531
District Court
Montezuma County, Colorado 865 N. Park St. Ste 100
Cortez, CO 81321
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
Petitioner: Sara E. Reeves
Respondent: Patrick S. Reeves
Case Number: 26DR30014
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S):
You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint [petition] filed
with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to
file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this
summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint [petition] may be obtained
from the clerk of the court.
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint [petition] in writing within 35 days after the
date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded
in the complaint [petition] without further notice.
This is an action for dissolution of marriage.
Dated: 04/15/2026
/s/ Rebecca A. Pescador
Attorney for Plaintiff/Petitioner
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 13 and 20, 2026

34559
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed bids for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez, Colorado, will be received at the office of the General Services Director, City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, until 3:00 PM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
BID ITEM: The City of Cortez is seeking competitive sealed best value bids for the purchase of one (1) Ford F-350 or Dodge Ram 3500. All equipment shall meet or exceed specifications. Bidders shall provide complete specifications, warranty details, and delivery schedule.
Copies of the specifications and instructions for bidders are available at the City Service Center (970.565.7320); the City’s website Bid Postings • Cortez, CO • CivicEngage; and BidNet.
Bids shall be submitted in writing and signed by the bidder or its duly authorized agent. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes, and marked on the outside with “BID – 2026 Ford F-350 or Dodge Ram 3500” and with the bidder’s name.
The City of Cortez reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a bid. The City of Cortez reserves the right to accept any bid, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all bids if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 2026

34560
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed bids for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez, Colorado, will be received at the office of the General Services Director, City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, until 3:00 PM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
BID ITEM: The City of Cortez is seeking competitive sealed best value bids for the purchase of one (1) Used 14-Passenger Van. All equipment shall meet or exceed specifications. Bidders shall provide complete specifications, warranty details, and delivery schedule.
Copies of the specifications and instructions for bidders are available at the City Service Center (970.565.7320), the City’s website Bid Postings • Cortez, CO • CivicEngage; and BidNet.
Bids shall be submitted in writing and signed by the bidder or its duly authorized agent. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes, and marked on the outside with “BID – Used 14-Passenger Van” and with the bidder’s name.
The City of Cortez reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a bid. The City of Cortez reserves the right to accept any bid, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all bids if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 2026

34561
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed bids for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez, Colorado, will be received at the office of the General Services Director, City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, until 3:00 PM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
BID ITEM: The City of Cortez is seeking competitive sealed best value bids for the purchase of one (1) New or Used 4,000 Gallon Water Truck. All equipment shall meet or exceed specifications. Bidders shall provide complete specifications, warranty details, and delivery schedule.
Copies of the specifications and instructions for bidders are available at the City Service Center (970.565.7320), the City’s website Bid Postings • Cortez, CO • CivicEngage; and BidNet.
Bids shall be submitted in writing and signed by the bidder or its duly authorized agent. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes, and marked on the outside with “BID – New or Used 4,000 Gallon Water Truck” and with the bidder’s name.
The City of Cortez reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a bid. The City of Cortez reserves the right to accept any bid, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all bids if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 2026

34562
NOTICE
Please take notice that there has been filed with the Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company, in accordance with sections 7-42-114 to 7-42-117, Colorado Revised Statutes, the following demand:

DEMAND FOR ISSUANCE OF DUPLICATE CERTIFICATE

STATE OF COLORADO )
) ss
COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA )

I, Lewis R. McInnes, do state under oath that I am the owner of record of Certificate No. 5789 for 8 shares of the Capital Stock of Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company. The said certificate has been lost, mislaid, destroyed or stolen. It is my own property. I have paid all assessments levied against such stock to the present. The said certificate has not been transferred, endorsed, negotiated, sold, assigned nor deposited under any agreement nor subjected to any hypothecation, lien or pledge, nor disposed of by separate assignment or otherwise. I demand the issuance of a duplicate certificate in accordance with state statutes 7-42-114 through 7-42-117, Colorado Revised Statutes.

/s/ Lewis R. McInnes

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me in Montezuma County, State of Colorado, by Lewis R> McInnes this 16th day of April, 2026.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

/s/ Maria Koppenhafer
Notary Public
My commission Expires: March 11, 2030

Therefore, Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company will issue, on or after June 23, 2026, a duplicate certificate to the owner unless a contrary claim is filed with Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company prior to that date.

Published in The Journal April 22, 29, May 6, 13 and 20, 2026

34576
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Sealed bids for furnishing the following to the City of Cortez, Colorado, will be received at the City Service Center, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, until 3:00 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.

The Contractor shall perform all of the work shown on the drawings and described in the specifications for the project titled: 2026 Micro-Surfacing Project, consisting in general terms of furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment essential for the installation of approximately 23,600 SY of micro surfacing road preservation in the Paradise Village Subdivision. Work performed shall be of high quality, in compliance with general accepted standards of workmanship, and in conformity with the Contract Documents.

Bids shall be submitted in writing on the documents provided and signed by the bidder or his duly- authorized agent. One (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy via USB flash drive, of the bid shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked on the outside with “BID – 2026 Micro-Surfacing Project” and with the bidder’s name.

The City reserves the right to waive any formality or any informality in the process of awarding a bid. The City reserves the right to accept any bid, in whole or in part, and to reject any or all bids if it be deemed in the best interest of the City to do so.
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 2026

34601
Montezuma County Road Department Invitation to Bid
Montezuma County Road and Bridge is requesting Bids for improvements to the
Intersection of Highway 184 and Road 25.

Details of the Proposal Request are available on the Montezuma County Website at:
www.montezumacounty.gov

Bids are due Thursday, May 14th 2026, by 4:00 p.m. at www.bidnetdirect.com.
Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 2026

34607
City of Cortez Library Advisory Board Openings. The City of Cortez has one youth member, and two adult member openings on the Library Advisory Board. Responsibilities include: advising the Librarian and City Council on the operation and policies of the Library, advocating for the Library in the community, and working on projects to raise money for the benefit of the Library. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m. One position may be filled at large from residents living in Montezuma County. Each appointment carries a two-year term.

City of Cortez Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Advisory Board Openings. The City of Cortez has two student representatives as well as four adult vacancies on the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Advisory Board. The responsibilities include: review and make recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Director concerning Parks and Recreation Department programs, facilities, procedures, master plan and other strategic planning, rules, and fees; bring comments, complaints and suggestions to the advisory board; help to promote the programs and facilities of the Parks and Recreation Department; and review and make recommendations to the City Council as needed on budget, policy and the master plan. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 3:00 p.m., at City Hall. Two openings must be filled by City residents, while two openings may be filled at large from residents living in Montezuma County. Each appointment carries a two-year term.

City of Cortez Historic Preservation Board Openings. The City of Cortez is accepting applications for two openings on the Historic Preservation Board. This board reviews and provides recommendations on requests to designate local structures as historic landmarks. Individuals with an interest in local history are encouraged to apply. While not required, applicants with professional experience in any of the following fields are especially welcomed: architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, archaeology, history, planning, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography, or cultural anthropology. The Board meets the first Tuesday of each month at 5 pm. These positions may be filled at large from residents living in Montezuma County. Each appointment carries a three-year term.

City of Cortez Board of Adjustment and Appeals Openings. The City of Cortez has two openings on the Board of Adjustment and Appeals. Responsibilities include hearing and deciding appeals, to permit variance or modifications of the height of structures, yard area, and lot coverage, and grant variances from flood hazard standards. Meetings are held when requested. Board members must reside within City limits. Each appointment carries a three-year term.

Interested applicants for any of the Boards and Committees must complete the Boards and Commissions Application found at www.cortezco.gov - Government - Boards & Commissions. Applications must be received by Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Please contact the City Clerk at 970-564-4008 or cityclerk@cortezco.gov for more information.

Published in The Journal April 22, 29 and May 6, 2026

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NOTICE
Please take notice that there has been filed with the Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company, in accordance with sections 7-42-114 to 7-42-117, Colorado Revised Statutes, the following demand:

DEMAND FOR ISSUANCE OF DUPLICATE CERTIFICATE

STATE OF COLORADO )
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COUNTY OF MONTEZUMA )

I, Rebecca Elliott, do state under oath that I am the legal representative of the owner of record of Certificate No. 5875 for 20 shares of the Capital Stock of Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company. The said certificate has been lost, mislaid, destroyed or stolen. It is my own property. I have paid all assessments levied against such stock to the present. The said certificate has not been transferred, endorsed, negotiated, sold, assigned nor deposited under any agreement nor subjected to any hypothecation, lien or pledge, nor disposed of by separate assignment or otherwise. I demand the issuance of a duplicate certificate in accordance with state statutes 7-42-114 through 7-42-117, Colorado Revised Statutes.

/s/ Rebecca Elliott aka Rebecca Montano

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me in Montezuma County, State of Colorado, by Rebecca Elliott this 2nd day of April, 2026.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

/s/ Maria Koppenhafer
Notary Public
My commission Expires: March 11, 2030

Therefore, Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company will issue, on or after June 9, 2026, a duplicate certificate to the owner unless a contrary claim is filed with Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company prior to that date.

Published in The Journal April 8, 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 2026