204195 NOTICE OF STATE'S INTENT TO NEGOTIATE LEASE Department of Natural Resources will begin negotiation of expiring leases with existing lessees on the following parcel(s). All leases are subject to third party bids by interested parties. Lease terms and bidding information is available by calling the Southeast Region at 1-800-527-3305 or by appointment at the Region Office at 713 Bowers Road, Ellensburg, Washington 98926. The lease expires August 31, 2026. Dryland Lease All/Part Sec Twp Rge 12-E57138 All 16 11.0 41.0E 12-D77519 Part 01 09.0 44.0E Part 02 09.0 44.0E Part 35 10.0 44.0E Part 36 10.0 44.0E Written request to lease must be received by April 27, 2026, at the Department of Natural Resources, 713 Bowers Road, Ellensburg, Washington 98926. Each request to lease must contain a certified check or money order payable to the Department of Natural Resources for the amount of any bonus bid, plus a $100 deposit. The envelope must be marked "Sealed Bid" and give the lease number, expiration date of lease applied for, and give the applicant's name. The applicant must be prepared to purchase any improvements that belong to the current lessee. For details and qualifications to submit a request, contact the Ellensburg office or call 509-925-8510. DAVE UPTHEGROVE, Commissioner of Public Lands