Board Of County Commissioners

Commissioner District 3

Brad Hawkins     

Brad Hawkins, who represents District 3, was raised in Chelan County and received his K-12 education in the Wenatchee School District. Brad earned a Bachelor’s Degree with honors from Central Washington University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from George Washington University in Washington, D.C.

Following graduate school, Brad returned to the Wenatchee Valley and worked as a PUD employee for 18 years, focusing on hydroelectric relicensing, licensing compliance, and state and federal government relations. He served as State Representative for the 12th Legislative District from 2013 to 2017 and as State Senator from 2017 to 2025. He was elected Chelan County Commissioner in November 2024.

Brad and his wife, Shawna, have been married since 2002 and have two boys, Luke and Tyler. His father, Buell, served as a Chelan County Commissioner for District 3 from 2001 to 2008. In addition to his PUD and legislative experience, Brad served as a school board member for 10 years. He enjoys spending time with his family and hiking, cycling, and yoga.

 

Posted: 11/14/2014 02:09 PM
Last Updated: 01/29/2025 12:24 PM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 05
    Mar 2025
    09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Hearing Examiner - March 5, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St.
  • 01
    Mar 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - March 1, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is March 1.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 21
    Feb 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
  • 21
    Feb 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
  • 19
    Feb 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