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Little Giant Fire prompts emergency declaration in Chelan County

Little Giant Fire prompts emergency declaration in Chelan County

A state of emergency has been declared by the Board of County Commissioners in response to the Little Giant Fire that was initially ignited in northwestern Chelan County.

Posted: August 04, 2026

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Annual Purple Heart ceremony set for Aug. 7

Annual Purple Heart ceremony set for Aug. 7

For the third consecutive year, the North Central Washington community will gather on National Purple Heart Day on Aug. 7 to honor local Purple Heart recipients throughout the region.

Posted: August 03, 2026

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We need 2 BOE board members

We need 2 BOE board members

The Chelan County Board of Equalization, whose primary responsibility is to hear appeals of assessment values determined by the county assessor, seeks two new board members to fill three-year terms. Send in your application by Aug. 17.

Posted: July 22, 2026

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County purchases property for new Plain park

County purchases property for new Plain park

The Board of County Commissioners recently purchased 18 acres of open green space in Plain for $1.2 million.

Posted: July 07, 2026

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County continues to make progress in restoring systems

County continues to make progress in restoring systems

Chelan County has made significant progress in restoring operations across its departments and offices following a three-week, system-wide disruption.

Posted: June 22, 2026

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Request for Qualifications for engineering service

Request for Qualifications for engineering service

Chelan County seeks statements of qualifications, or RFQs, for engineering services to assist with its Expo Center Domestic Water Project. Responses are due by 10 a.m. on July 6.

Posted: June 17, 2026

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Call for Bids: Roof replacement at Ohme caretaker residence

Call for Bids: Roof replacement at Ohme caretaker residence

Chelan County Economic Services seeks proposals for roofing contractor services to put a new single-slope roof on the Ohme Garden’s caretaker’s residence. Bids are due July 6.

Posted: June 17, 2026

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Cappell appointed by BOCC to fill vacant auditor seat

Cappell appointed by BOCC to fill vacant auditor seat

The Board of County Commissioners has appointed Brandt Cappell, chief deputy auditor, to fill the vacated position of Chelan County auditor through November.

Posted: June 17, 2026

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Department, office updates on system-wide failure

Department, office updates on system-wide failure

Individual county offices and departments share updates here as Chelan County restores its systems following a system-wide failure on May 24.

Posted: June 16, 2026

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 12
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 07
    Nov 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Nov. 7, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Nov. 7

    Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 06
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 03
    Nov 2026
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Election Day

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Election Day

    Please see Ballot Drop Locations
  • 31
    Oct 2026
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Second Half Property Tax Deadline

    Posted by: Chelan County Treasurer

    Second half property tax deadline