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Pick up a KN95 respiratory mask at a site near you
The public is invited to pick up a free KN95 mask at one of several distribution spots around Chelan and Douglas counties. Made available by the Chelan County Department of Emergency Management, the KN95 respiratory masks feature multi-layer protection against fine particulate, including particulate related to smoke from wildfires.
Posted: September 16, 2020
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Statewide mask order goes into effect June 26
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, a statewide mandatory face covering order goes into effect in Washington beginning June 26.
Posted: June 24, 2020
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Stay Home, Stay Healthy - A message from Commissioner Kevin Overbay
The Chelan-Douglas Health District, Chelan County and Douglas County have formed a unified Emergency Operations Center. The goal of the unified response is to provide the most efficient regional response to the Coronavirus pandemic, or COVID-19...
Posted: April 01, 2020
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A resolution in a matter of emergency declaration for COVID 19 response
This morning the Chelan County Board of Commissioners have taken the step of signing an Emergency Declaration Resolution in regards to the COVID 19 virus. Chelan County now has two confirmed cases of the COVID 19 virus in our County, and the precautionary measures put in place by the Governor and the Federal Government have impacted our community. By signing this resolution local businesses and non-profits will now have access to potential State and Federal assistance. The Chelan County Commissioners are encouraging residents to remain cautious and aware and to do everything possible to help one another during this difficult time.
Posted: March 17, 2020
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There have been recent reports that the Chelan County Regional Jail is refusing to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Agents (ICE).
These reports are incorrect. Chelan County has in the past and continues to honor ICE requests to notify their office in advance of the release of individuals deemed of interest to ICE.
Posted: March 22, 2017
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Amendment Resolution No. 2016-59: Fireworks, of the Chelan County Code
Chelan County has determined that revisions to Chapter 7.44 of the Chelan County Code, as set forth in Exhibit A, are necessary in order to protect the public health, safety and welfare with respect to the sale, us, and discharge of fireworks within the unincorporated areas of Chelan County.
Posted: June 28, 2016
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Repealing Resolution No. 2003-80 High Fire Danger Areas
Repealing Resolution No. 2003-80 High Fire Danger Areas. Area and County Road Restrictions and County Road Closures.
Posted: June 03, 2016
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Marijuana Prohibition - Resolution No. 2016 - 14
A resolution amending the text of the Chelan County Resolution, including Subsection 11.04, District Use Chart, and Subsection 11.97, Nonconforming Uses, prohibiting marijuana or cannabis production and processing pursuant to Chapter 69.50 RCW...
Posted: February 16, 2016
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Marijuana Moratorium - Resolution No. 2015-94
A resolution enacting a moratorium on the siting of licensed recreational marijuana retail sales, production, and processing, and on implementation of Senate Bill 5052 and House Bill 2136. Whereas, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) has adopted implementing rules to license production, processing, and retail sales of recreational marijuana and marijuana products;
Posted: November 03, 2015
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