Community Development

Planning Commission

 

Community Development is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Hearing Examiner Meeting 1:00 p.m.
Time: Jan 22, 2025 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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The meeting's agenda is now available. In addition, the staff report and attachments are available at the bottom of this page in Documents and Presentations. Chelan County audio records Planning Commission meetings, which are accessible on this page shortly after the meeting. If you need special accommodations to view the meetings while they take place, or to listen to the recording afterward, contact us immediately at 509-667-6225 to set up a place for you to do so on the county campus.

 

The Chelan County Planning Commission is a nine-member citizen advisory body appointed by the Board of County Commissioners; three members from each commissioner district are appointed. The Planning Commission's primary function is to review recommendations regarding the Comprehensive Plan, related planning activities, and zoning regulations as assigned by the BOCC.

The Executive Secretary of the Planning Commission is the Director of Community Development or an appointee. Questions regarding the agenda or Planning Commission can be directed to Community Development Long Range Planning staff at 509-667-6225 or to cindy.wright@co.chelan.wa.us.

 

Public Meetings

Meetings are generally held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 or 7 p.m., as noted on the upcoming agenda, and located at 400 Douglas St., meeting room No. 1 in Wenatchee. Meetings are also available via Zoom. Public meetings during the months of November and December are often subject to change. The schedule is also available on the county's events calendar. Agendas are posted online 10 days prior to each meeting. 

All meetings are recorded with summary minutes reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Copies of recordings may be requested through the public records request form. Fees may apply.

 

Meeting Procedures

Before a meeting or hearing, citizens who wish to provide comment are encouraged to plan a presentation. This may include working with Community Development Long Range Planning staff to address questions prior to the presentation.

At the meeting or hearing, the Planning Commission Chair is opens the meeting/hearing for public comment. The chair may limit the length of the testimony.

When giving your testimony, approach the microphone and provide your name and address. Be sure to speak directly into the microphone, which is recording. Testimony or comments shall be:

  • Directed to the chair
  • Kept factual and on topic
  • Relevant and concise (not repetitive)
  • Respectful of others (no cheering, booing, applauding or talking with audience members)

 

Written Comments on Action Items 

When the Planning Commission has opened public commenting on an issue, comments may be submitted via email to cd.comment@co.chelan.wa.us or via mail to: 

Chelan County Community Development
Attn: Planning Commission Comments
316 Washington St., Suite 301
Wenatchee, WA 98801

 

Current Planning Commission Members

District 1 District 2 District 3
James W. Wiggs, expires12/31/27 Mike Sines, expires 12/31/26 Jesse Redell (chair), expires12/31/27
Vicki Malloy, expires 12/31/26 Cherie' Warren (vice chair),expires 12/31/25 David Donovick,expires 12/31/25
Ryan Kelso, expires 12/31/24 Christopher Dye, expires 12/31/24 Doug England,expires  12/31/24

 

Opportunities for Appointment

Chelan County welcomes your interest in your community. If you are interested in being a Planning Commissioner, please complete this form. As appointments come available, a review of requests will be completed by the corresponding District Board Commissioner.

Planning Commission Archives

Posted: 11/20/2017 11:30 AM
Last Updated: 12/19/2024 06:57 AM

Community Development Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 08
    Jan 2025
    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner - January 8, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St.
  • 22
    Jan 2025
    01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner - January 22, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St.
  • 01
    Feb 2025
    01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner - February NO meeting

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference
  • 05
    Mar 2025
    09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Hearing Examiner - March 5, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St.
  • 19
    Mar 2025
    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner -March 19,2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St.