Chelan County Auditor

Auditor

The Auditor is responsible for the recording of documents, titles, and deeds; vehicle licensing; the issuance of marriage licenses; the conduct of all elections. The Auditor also provides accounting services, performs fiscal analysis, conducts audits, produces budget information documents and prepares final budgets, and compiles the Annual Financial Report. The Auditor is elected "at large" to a four-year term.

 

The Chelan County Auditor is responsible for four major functions in County programs.

The Election Division plans, coordinates, and implements all election procedures to conduct each election. The department also maintains the files for all voter registration and all related transactions.

The Recording Division is responsible for the recording of all official public records and maintaining a permanent record of such documents. In addition, the department also issues marriage licenses.

The Licensing Division is an agent of the Washington State Department of Licensing and Department of Revenue, having responsibility for the collection of documentation, fees, sales/use tax and excise tax on motor vehicles and vessel transactions.

The Accounting Division supports the financial needs of the County, producing the annual financial report and County budget, maintaining payroll, accounts payable,and the centralized accounting system.

 

Our Mission

We are dedicated to working together as a team to offer outstanding customer service, with the goal of continuous improvement in the delivery of those services.

We strive to maintain an upbeat attitude and are willing to grow personally and professionally. In doing this we strive to promote a positive work environment.

We function as one team, with each division supporting and complementing the other divisions. Our people are the key to our success, and we create opportunities for them to achieve their aspirations.

Posted: 12/12/2014 08:44 AM
Last Updated: 06/18/2021 05:03 PM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 12
    Sep 2026
    10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

    Cashmere Airport Day

    Posted by: Board Of County Commissioners

    Come for the food, the fun and the airplanes! A casual day to explore your local county airport.

    Cashmere Airport
  • 10
    Sep 2026
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Chelan County Fair 2026

    Posted by: Chelan County Expo Center

    The Chelan County Fair exists to provide a family event reflecting the past, showcasing current accomplishments and looking to the future of the county's best resources - its youth, agriculture and communities.

    Chelan County Expo Center
  • 05
    Sep 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Sept. 5, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Sept. 5

    Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 18
    Aug 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
  • 18
    Aug 2026
    01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Public Meeting: Certify Election

    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