Board Of County Commissioners

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

 

The Chelan County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee was established by resolution No. 97-151 on Dec. 1, 1997, and re-established on Jan. 27, 2014, by resolution 2014-11; and the Chelan County Promotions Committee was established on Jan. 27, 2014, by resolution No. 2014-12 to coordinate the Visit Chelan County campaign. The Board of County Commissioners determined these two committees should be revitalized and has combined their efforts.

RCW 67.28.1817 states commissioners have the authority to appoint members of a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee in equal number between revenue-generating businesses and organizations funded by the tax revenue. The committee's chairman must be an elected official.

In addition, "tourist" is defined as a person who travels for business or pleasure at least 50 miles (one way) from the person's place of residence or business and stays overnight in paid accommodations. A tourist may also travel to another country or state outside of their place of residence or business.   

 

Committee Members

The vision of LTAC is to elevate Chelan County into the premier destination for travelers in the Pacific Northwest. Its mission is to enhance, protect and promote Chelan County’s tourism industry for generations to come.

Shon Smith, Chelan County Commissioner
Chairman Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

 

Representing Lodging Tax Revenue-Generating Businesses

 Charles Naismith, short-term rental owner District 1 Term expires 5/31/2026

Chuck Schuringa, Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort

District 2 Term expires 5/31/2028
Vacant District 3 Term expires 5/31/2027

 

Representing Organizations Potentially Funded by Lodging Tax Revenue

Steve Maher, Run Wenatchee & Our Valley, Our Future District 1 Term expires 5/31/2026
Christie Wilder, Plain Valley Ski Trails District 2 Term expires 5/31/2027
Angela Morris, Chelan Douglas Land Trust District 3 Term expires 5/31/2028

 

Meetings & Schedule

The committee meets the fourth Thursday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. at 400 Douglas St. in Wenatchee in conference room No. 1.

*June meeting will be Wednesday, June 25.

Meeting Minutes and Agenda

Posted: 07/15/2021 01:34 PM
Last Updated: 06/02/2025 08:41 AM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 25
    Jun 2025
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - June 25, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person.
  • 11
    Jun 2025
    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 June 11, 2025.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1
  • 10
    Jun 2025
    07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Veterans Service Office Closure

    Posted by: Veterans Program

    The Veterans Service Office will be closed on Tuesday June 10

    Veterans Service Office
  • 07
    Jun 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - June 7, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is June 7.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 06
    Jun 2025
    11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6

    Posted by: Veterans Program

    Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Wenatchee Veterans Hall