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County to conduct Point in Time Count on Jan. 25

County to conduct Point in Time Count on Jan. 25

Chelan County and community partners will conduct the annual Homeless Point in Time Count from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 25, at Lighthouse Christian Ministries in Wenatchee, 410 Columbia St.

Posted: January 18, 2024

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County adds $15,000 to diversion program

County adds $15,000 to diversion program

At its Jan. 2 board meeting, Chelan County commissioners gave a burst of additional diversion dollars to the Wenatchee Rescue Mission after the nonprofit depleted its one-time financial assistance funds it provides to people teetering on a housing crisis.

Posted: January 04, 2024

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23 local groups awarded county lodging tax grants

23 local groups awarded county lodging tax grants

Chelan County commissioners approved the awarding of nearly $320,000 in lodging tax dollars to a variety of tourist-related organizations. Read the story to learn who those groups are.

Posted: December 18, 2023

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County passes 2024 budget

County passes 2024 budget

Chelan County commissioners passed the 2024 budget, which projects $56.9 million in expenditures. The 2024 budget allows for the creation of seven new positions in a variety of departments, including three additional deputies for the Sheriff's Office.

Posted: December 13, 2023

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Dec. 15 is Volleyball State Champions Day in Chelan County

Dec. 15 is Volleyball State Champions Day in Chelan County

County commissioners signed a proclamation, declaring Dec. 15, 2023, be recognized as Volleyball State Champions Day in Chelan County. The proclamation honors the Manson, Chelan and Wenatchee high school volleyball teams, each of which earned the title of state champion in their divisions in the WIAA.

Posted: December 12, 2023

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BOCC passes preliminary budget -- What's next?

BOCC passes preliminary budget -- What's next?

On Nov. 1, the Board of County Commissioners approved a 2024 preliminary budget for all Chelan County budgeted funds. Commissioners will continue budget workshops in November, with the 2024 budget hearing set for Dec. 11.

Posted: November 16, 2023

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Commissioners submit comments to federal government on grizzly bear restoration plan

Commissioners submit comments to federal government on grizzly bear restoration plan

The Board of Chelan County Commissioners submitted its comments to the federal government on an Environmental Impact Statement that evaluates options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades. Commissioners have repeatedly expressed their opposition to the plan.

Posted: November 14, 2023

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New rodeo queen will reign over 2024 Chelan County Fair and Rodeo

New rodeo queen will reign over 2024 Chelan County Fair and Rodeo

New in 2024, a rodeo queen will reign over the Chelan County Fair and Rodeo. Applications are being taken until 5 p.m. on Oct. 30.

Posted: October 23, 2023

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Consider helping Ohme Gardens with wildfire protection this Make a Difference Day

Consider helping Ohme Gardens with wildfire protection this Make a Difference Day

Ohme Gardens is asking anyone interested in giving back to the community this Make a Difference Day to consider joining its efforts on Oct. 28 to make the gardens less prone to wildfire destruction.

Posted: October 17, 2023

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 22
    May 2024
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - May 22, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 15
    May 2024
    07:00 PM - 08:00 PM

    Assessor's Office Community Meeting: Leavenworth and Lake Wenatchee

    Posted by: Chelan County Assessor

    Chelan County Assessor Wes Cornelius invites property owners and all interested parties to attend one of four community meetings scheduled this spring throughout the county.

    Chelan County Fire District 3 station
  • 13
    May 2024
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Final day to withdraw from the ballot

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Final day to withdraw from the ballot

  • 10
    May 2024
    05:00 PM - 05:30 PM

    Lot Drawing for Candidates

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Lot drawing for candidates placement on the ballot.

    Chelan County Elections Office
  • 08
    May 2024
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on May 8, 2024.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, ES Conference Room.