Community Development

Planning Commission

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Topic: Planning Commission Regular Meeting   Time: 6:30 p.m. on April 24, 2024

Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID 821 3850 6346, Passcode 100026, Or find your local number

A copy of the agenda is at the bottom of this page in the Documents and Presentations. Or request the agenda by email. Chelan County audio records Planning Commission meetings, which are accessible on this page shortly after the meeting occurs. If you need special accommodations to view the meetings while they take place, or listen to the recording afterward, contact us immediately at 509-667-6225 to set up a place for you to do so on the county campus.

 

The Chelan County Planning Commission is a nine-member citizen advisory body appointed by the Board of County Commissioners; three members from each commissioner district are appointed. The Planning Commission's primary function is to review recommendations regarding the Comprehensive Plan, related planning activities, and zoning regulations as assigned by the BOCC.

The Executive Secretary of the Planning Commission is the Director of Community Development or an appointee. Questions regarding the agenda or Planning Commission can be directed to Community Development Long Range Planning staff at 509-667-6225 or to cindy.wright@co.chelan.wa.us.

 

Public Meetings

Meetings are generally held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 or 7 p.m., as noted on the upcoming agenda, and located at 400 Douglas St., meeting room No. 1 in Wenatchee. Meetings are also available via Zoom. Public meetings during the months of November and December are often subject to change. The schedule is also available on the county's events calendar. Agendas are posted online 10 days prior to each meeting. 

All meetings are recorded with summary minutes reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Copies of recordings may be requested through the public records request form. Fees may apply.

 

Meeting Procedures

Before a meeting or hearing, citizens who wish to provide comment are encouraged to plan a presentation. This may include working with Community Development Long Range Planning staff to address questions prior to the presentation.

At the meeting or hearing, the Planning Commission Chair is opens the meeting/hearing for public comment. The chair may limit the length of the testimony.

When giving your testimony, approach the microphone and provide your name and address. Be sure to speak directly into the microphone, which is recording. Testimony or comments shall be:

  • Directed to the chair
  • Kept factual and on topic
  • Relevant and concise (not repetitive)
  • Respectful of others (no cheering, booing, applauding or talking with audience members)

 

Written Comments on Action Items 

When the Planning Commission has opened public commenting on an issue, comments may be submitted via email to cd.comment@co.chelan.wa.us or via mail to: 

Chelan County Community Development
Attn: Planning Commission Comments
316 Washington St., Suite 301
Wenatchee, WA 98801

 

Current Planning Commission Members

District 1 District 2 District 3
Vicki Malloy, term expires 12/31/26 Cherie' Warren (vice chair), term expires 12/31/26 David Donovick, term expires 12/31/26
James W. Wiggs, term expires 12/31/28 Mike Sines, term expires 12/31/27 Doug England, term expires 12/31/24
Ryan Kelso, term expires 12/31/24 Christopher Dye, term expires 12/31/24 Jesse Redell (chair), term expires 12/31/28

 

Opportunities for Appointment

Chelan County welcomes your interest in your community. If you are interested in being a Planning Commissioner, please complete this form. As appointments come available, a review of requests will be completed by the corresponding District Board Commissioner.

Planning Commission Archives

Posted: 11/20/2017 11:30 AM
Last Updated: 04/17/2024 11:12 AM

Community Development Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 22
    May 2024
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - May 22, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 26
    Jun 2024
    06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

    Planning Commission - June 26,2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 24
    Jul 2024
    06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

    Planning Commission - July 24, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 28
    Aug 2024
    06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

    Planning Commission - August 28, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 25
    Sep 2024
    06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

    Planning Commission - September 25, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street