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2025 Lodging Tax funding requests are now open; due Oct. 15

2025 Lodging Tax funding requests are now open; due Oct. 15

Chelan County has $240,000 in funding available to assist in the promotion of tourism activities. Apply by Oct. 15.

Posted: August 30, 2024

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$1.2 million awarded to five area agencies

$1.2 million awarded to five area agencies

The Board of County Commissioners recently awarded $1,182,000 in CPIF funds to five projects, which range from building a business incubator site in Manson to upgrading utilities on a portion of Wenatchee Avenue to continuing construction on eight affordable homes in Wenatchee.

Posted: August 29, 2024

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Request for Proposals: Veterans Service Office remodel

Request for Proposals: Veterans Service Office remodel

Chelan County Economic Services seeks proposals from qualified general contractors to remodel the Veterans Services Office in Wenatchee. Deadline extended to Oct. 14.

Posted: August 20, 2024

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Fly on over to Cashmere-Dryden Airport Day on Sept. 7

Fly on over to Cashmere-Dryden Airport Day on Sept. 7

The Cashmere-Dryden Airport will welcome visitors to the municipal airport on Sept. 7 for its annual celebration of aviation and its role in a rural community. Stop in on your way to the fair that day! Read more for details.

Posted: August 20, 2024

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Ohme Gardens is setting of one man’s life story

Ohme Gardens is setting of one man’s life story

Read about Bruce Rogerson, who is in his fourth season working at Chelan County's Ohme Gardens. The gardens have played a role in Bruce's life. He proposed to his wife there and brought his children to the gardens for many years. Today, he works in the gardens gift shop, greeting visitors.

Posted: August 18, 2024

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Request for Proposals: Tourism Impact Study

Request for Proposals: Tourism Impact Study

Chelan County Economic Services seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide a comprehensive Tourism Impact Study. It is due by 5 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2024.

Posted: August 12, 2024

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Homeless Housing Network opens at Columbia Station

Homeless Housing Network opens at Columbia Station

The Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Network, which operates the Coordinated Entry program, opened July 10 at Link Transit’s Columbia Station in Wenatchee.

Posted: July 10, 2024

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County declares state of emergency in response to Lake Chelan area wildfire

County declares state of emergency in response to Lake Chelan area wildfire

In response to a wildfire burning on Lake Chelan's north shore, a state of emergency has been declared in Chelan County. The declaration affords county commissioners the ability to use local resources without going through typical government bidding processes.

Posted: June 16, 2024

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County awards $481,000 in lodging taxes to 11 tourism projects

County awards $481,000 in lodging taxes to 11 tourism projects

Chelan County commissioners awarded $481,000 in lodging tax dollars to a variety of capital projects that focus on generating more overnight visits from tourists.

Posted: May 02, 2024

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 27
    Aug 2025
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - August 27, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person.
  • 19
    Aug 2025
    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
  • 19
    Aug 2025
    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
  • 13
    Aug 2025
    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
  • 13
    Aug 2025
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on August 13, 2025.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1