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Request for Proposals: Tourism Impact Study

Request for Proposals: Tourism Impact Study

Chelan County Economic Services seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide a comprehensive Tourism Impact Study. It is due by 5 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2024.

Posted: August 12, 2024

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Homeless Housing Network opens at Columbia Station

Homeless Housing Network opens at Columbia Station

The Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Network, which operates the Coordinated Entry program, opened July 10 at Link Transit’s Columbia Station in Wenatchee.

Posted: July 10, 2024

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County declares state of emergency in response to Lake Chelan area wildfire

County declares state of emergency in response to Lake Chelan area wildfire

In response to a wildfire burning on Lake Chelan's north shore, a state of emergency has been declared in Chelan County. The declaration affords county commissioners the ability to use local resources without going through typical government bidding processes.

Posted: June 16, 2024

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County awards $481,000 in lodging taxes to 11 tourism projects

County awards $481,000 in lodging taxes to 11 tourism projects

Chelan County commissioners awarded $481,000 in lodging tax dollars to a variety of capital projects that focus on generating more overnight visits from tourists.

Posted: May 02, 2024

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NPS, USFW announce decision to restore grizzlies to North Cascades

NPS, USFW announce decision to restore grizzlies to North Cascades

The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service have announced a decision to actively restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades.

Posted: April 26, 2024

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Commissioner Overbay appointed president of WCRP

Commissioner Overbay appointed president of WCRP

Chelan County Commissioner Kevin Overbay was recently appointed to serve as president of the Washington Counties Risk Pool, which supports its member counties with risk management programs.

Posted: April 18, 2024

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Ohme Gardens opens on April 15

Ohme Gardens opens on April 15

Chelan County's Ohme Gardens is open for the 2024 season. The gardens are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with the last admission at 5:15 p.m.

Posted: April 15, 2024

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Chelan County buys property for $1.8 million

Chelan County buys property for $1.8 million

Chelan County commissioners approved the purchase of 2.75 acres on Ohme Garden Road in Wenatchee for the future relocation of several county departments, including Emergency Management, the coroner and the county's motor pool.

Posted: April 12, 2024

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Commissioners bring Coordinated Entry in-house starting July 1

Commissioners bring Coordinated Entry in-house starting July 1

The Coordinated Entry program – the access point for local services for people experiencing homelessness – will be overseen by Chelan County beginning July 1.

Posted: March 28, 2024

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 23
    Oct 2024
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - October 23, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 18
    Oct 2024
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Wenatchee Kennel Club Dog Show

    Posted by: Chelan County Expo Center

    Wenatchee Kennel Club Dog Show

    Chelan County Expo Center
  • 18
    Oct 2024
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Ballots will be mailed to voters

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Ballots will be mailed to voters

  • 18
    Oct 2024
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Voting Center is open for 18 days in Election's Office

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Voting Center is open for 18 days in Election's Office

  • 16
    Oct 2024
    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner - October 16, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person