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County to join lawsuit against State for refusal to provide necessary mental health treatment
A new lawsuit against the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, filed by a coalition of 25 counties, holds the state accountable to fulfill its obligation to evaluate and treat patients with behavioral health conditions and would reduce further strain on a crumbling behavioral health system that the state legislature and local governments are actively working to restore.
Posted: September 01, 2023
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How do you feel about tourism in Chelan County?
Visit Chelan County, a newly formed destination marketing and stewardship organization, is asking for the public's input as it develops a long-term Destination Stewardship Plan for tourism in the region. Please consider completing the online community survey.
Posted: August 18, 2023
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$1.1 million awarded to mix of public, community housing projects
A mix of municipal projects and new affordable housing projects will share in $1.1 million from the Cascade Public Infrastructure Fund this year.
Posted: August 10, 2023
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Commissioner Overbay elected to lead WCRP in 2024
Beginning in October, Chelan County Commissioner Kevin Overbay will serve as the vice president and president-elect of the Washington Counties Risk Pool, which supports its member counties with risk management programs.
Posted: August 01, 2023
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WSU Master Gardeners celebrate program's 50th anniversary
Chelan/Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners invite all to join them in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Extension Master Gardener Program. A Garden Fairewill be held 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 10 at the Community Education Garden in Wenatchee.
Posted: May 18, 2023
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11 agencies awarded lodging tax grants for capital projects
Chelan County commissioners awarded $776,436 in lodging tax dollars to a variety of local agencies that will use the money for capital projects that support tourist-related activities. Read more for a list of those successful agencies and their projects.
Posted: May 16, 2023
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Commissioner Gering to host May 18 community meeting
Chelan County Commissioner Tiffany Gering, who represents District 3, will host a community meeting on May 18 in Chelan. The event will be 5 to 7 p.m. at Chelan City Hall, 135 E. Johnson Ave. Joining her will be the directors of Community Development, Public Works and Natural Resources.
Posted: May 15, 2023
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Commissioners declare Herb Gardner Day
For his longtime dedication to building a stronger Malaga community, the late Herb Gardner was honored by Chelan County commissioners, who proclaimed a day in his honor. Herb Gardner Day will be celebrated on May 10, 2023.
Posted: May 10, 2023
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County seeks public input on how accessible its buildings are
Chelan County is developing a plan to identify and recommend improvements for how the County provides access for people with disabilities. Give your input by completing a survey or attending a May 11 listening session.
Posted: May 02, 2023
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