
Filing Week - Commissioner No. 5 Manson Parks and Recreation Vacancy
Filing Week - Commissioner No. 5 Manson Parks and Recreation Vacancy
Filing Week - Commissioner No. 5 Manson Parks and Recreation Vacancy
The spring flower bloom in the Cashmere and Dryden area is attracting hundreds of hikers from around the state, causing parking issues on narrow canyon roads and potentially impacting emergency response to the areas. No parking is allowed on the pavement in Olalla and Nahahum canyons.
We want to know your vision of the future of Chelan County. Join us for one of three open house events, to be held May 19-21, to learn about the Chelan County Comprehensive Plan, which is being updated now.
On April 24th 2025 at approximately 7:40pm, the Columbia River Drug Task Force (CRDTF), with assistance from the East Wenatchee Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, took Joshua J. Clark into custody near the Sunset Motor Inn in East Wenatchee, WA.
Sheriff Mike Morrison reports on April 28th, 2025 at approximately 3:30 pm RiverCom received a satellite text to 911 message from injured hikers on the Icicle Creek Trail near French Creek.
The Chelan County Regional Justice Center is saying goodbye this summer to its canine handler who not only played a key role in building the narcotics-detecting program in the local facility but also inspired other counties around the state to add canine programs in their own jails.
We’ve posted a survey on our website that seeks your thoughts on such topics as what natural hazards in Chelan County you are concerned about and what projects you would prioritize to build upon climate resilience. Take the survey and join the community conversation.
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports, on 4/21/25 at about 0515 hours, deputies responded to Leavenworth WA, for the report of a stolen vehicle.
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports that all of the agencies first-line supervisors (Sergeants and Corporals) recently achieved a significant professional milestone by being recognize by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) for having completed their First Level Supervisors Career Level Certifications (CLC).
We have FREE woodchips available at Chelan County’s brush yards during regular business hours. All you need is a shovel and gloves to self-load and haul away your new chips! Read more for details.
On 2/24/25, Chelan County Sheriff’s Office Detectives were contacted by the Colorado Springs Police Department Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit. A mother in Colorado discovered a male claiming to be from Chelan County was having sexually explicit conversations with her 14-year-old daughter since November 2024.
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison is pleased to announce the recent addition of a Chelan County Deputy to the East Cascade SWAT Team’s, Crisis Negotiation Team.
The kitchen crew at the Regional Justice Center was honored last week with the 2024 Department of the Year Award. What are the favorite recipes at the jail? Who are the tight-knit bunch with a statewide reputation? Learn more in the story.
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports, on 4/7/25 at about 0413 hours, deputies responded to the 100 block of Chapman Rd, Wenatchee, WA. for an assault.
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center recently published a story about the first Chelan County Courthouse in its spring 2025 edition of The Confluence. The museum gave us permission to post it here. Enjoy this fun read -- and the photos!
Chelan County Assessor Wes Cornelius invites property owners and all interested citizens to attend a community meetings scheduled throughout the county this spring. The first meeting is March 26 at the Entiat Grange Hall.
Beginning March 31, the Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Task Force will seek applications for funding from local homeless housing programs. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on May 2. Read more for details.
Do you have account balances for unpaid fines and fees ordered by Chelan County District Court or Chelan County District Court Probation? You may be eligible for a limited-time, debt-relief program that begins April 14 and ends June 14. Read more for details about who to contact.
For the past year, the Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Task Force has been actively updating the five-year homeless housing plan, which will serve as a guide to prioritizing and creating future housing programs or services for the two counties. Watch for the draft plan in early May.
The county-operated, drop-off brush site in Leavenworth will not re-open this spring. Read more to learn where you can bring your yard waste in Chelan County.
Cleanup from damages at Ohme Gardens that were caused by a recent windstorm will require a helicopter to remove trees blown onto the rocky cliffs just below the popular tourist attraction. The work will bring traffic impacts on March 3. Read more for details.
In March, Chelan County commissioners and a variety of department directors will hold a series of community-led discussions in each of the three districts commissioners represent. Watch for the county to be in Wenatchee on March 4, Chelan on March 5 and Leavenworth on March 6. Details are in the story.
The Chelan County auditor seeks citizens to serve on “Against” committees for ballot measures in the April Special Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
Warming temperatures bring temporary weight restrictions on county roads every year. Do you know when you need a Special Motor Vehicle Permit? Read more.
Upcoming events and schedules at the county!
Posted by: Solid Waste Management
Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is June 7.
Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste FacilityPosted by: Veterans Program
Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wenatchee Veterans HallPosted by: Community Development
By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St. Wenatchee WA 98801Posted by: Community Development
By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St. Wenatchee WA 98801Posted by: Human Resources
The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on May 14, 2025.
Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1