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Public encouraged to comment on Chelan County’s plans for federal COVID recovery dollars

The Board of Chelan County Commissioners seeks input from the public for how it proposes investing $14.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding in county government and the community.

To review the county’s plans for the federal dollars, go to its ARPA webpage. There the community will be able to learn more about the county’s plans and funding guidelines. The public is also asked to participate in a survey, with comments due by June 24.

ARPA provides local governments resources to meet pandemic response needs and rebuild a stronger, more equitable economy as communities across the country continue to recover from the pandemic.

Chelan County commissioners have proposed four goals when determining how to spend the money:

  • Strengthening county services
  • Creating healthy communities
  • Caring for families
  • Supporting small agricultural businesses

Of the $14.8 million the county will receive, commissioners propose spending $10 million to replace revenues that were lost as a result of COVID-19 and invest in programs and infrastructure to better serve Chelan County citizens. The county also proposes investing $4 million into the community via grants to local nonprofits and agencies and small agricultural operations.

The county already has allocated $300,000 in ARPA funding to urgent county projects and $560,000 to the Chelan-Douglas Health District for capital projects and operations.

Chelan County ARPA webpage and community survey

Last Updated: 06/08/2022 10:57 AM

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  • 08
    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
  • 05
    Aug 2025
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Election Day

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Election Day

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  • 02
    Aug 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Aug. 2, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Aug. 2.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 29
    Jul 2025
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Registration in person at our office

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Registration Deadline in person at our office.

  • 28
    Jul 2025
    09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Registration deadline for new voters or address updates by mail, online, email or over the phone.

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Registration deadline for new voters or address updates by mail, online, email or over the phone.