17 local nonprofits awarded county lodging tax grants
Chelan County commissioners recently approved the awarding of nearly $223,000 in lodging tax dollars to a variety of tourist-related organizations.
Chelan County News Archive
Post-wildfire safety measures being put in place at 25-Mile Creek
While the wildland firefighters are now gone, that doesn’t mean work on the Twenty-Five Mile Fire is over. Chelan County has been not only evaluating the wildfire damages to public infrastructure but also putting some safeguards in place for potential impacts that may last long into the future.
Turkey fryers increase risk of holiday fires
A local house fire over the weekend that was started from the hot oil of a turkey fryer has prompted the Chelan County fire marshal to remind residents that using the outdoor fryers this Thanksgiving can increase the risk of starting a fire.
In-custody death investigation is ongoing at Chelan County jail
The Chelan County Regional Justice Center reports an incarcerated woman was found deceased Sunday, Nov. 22, by corrections deputies while they were serving the dinner meal. The investigation of the incident has been turned over to the North Central Washington Special Investigation Unit.
Cook with caution this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Day is by far the leading day for home cooking fires, with more than three times as many cooking fires occurring on that day as a typical day of the year, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
Stormwater project to impact South Wenatchee, Boodry Street
Update: This project is complete. Chelan County’s Surface and Stormwater Management Utility has completed on a project on South Wenatchee Avenue and Boodry Street.
Watch online meeting about post-wildfire impacts of Twenty-Five Mile Fire
Seven federal, state and local agencies recently held an online community meeting to discuss the findings of a federal report that assesses the damage caused by this summer's Twenty-Five Mile Fire. A recording of the meeting is now available.
Flooding After a Fire
You may be at even greater risk of flooding due to the recent wildfires that have burned across the region. Large-scale wildfires dramatically alter the terrain and ground conditions. Download our two-page flyer that will help you better prepare before a flood impacts you and your family.
Jail’s K9 program kicks off month-long fundraising event
K9 Kait and her handler, Corrections Deputy Jacob Lewis, are about to celebrate their first anniversary as a team. Supporters of the drug-detecting duo have kicked off a fund-raising campaign for the month of November.
Nov. 3 meeting will discuss post-wildfire assessment of 25-Mile Fire
The community is invited to an online presentation on Nov. 3 that will go over the results of a recent federal report describing the post-wildfire conditions in the Twenty-Five Mile Creek Watershed near Lake Chelan, site of one of the largest wildfires this year in the state.
State Agencies Request Public’s Help in Tracking Tree-of-Heaven
State officials are seeking help from the public in reporting an invasive plant called tree-of-heaven throughout October in hopes of stopping the introduction of the invasive insect, the spotted lanternfly.
Keep It Blue campaign releases Lake Chelan water quality report
The Keep It Blue campaign, which is dedicated to the long-term protection of Lake Chelan’s water quality and supply, will release its first State of the Lake Report on Oct. 21.
Online open house Nov. 4 for Knowles Road Improvement Project
Chelan County Public Works will host an online open house on Nov. 4 for the Knowles Road improvement project, which is scheduled to begin construction this spring.
Community Development staff earns kudos from commissioners
Before a crowded room of Community Development employees, Chelan County commissioners on Oct. 5 praised the staff for catching up on its permit backlog in a year marred by staff shortages and big community issues.
County project receives governor’s Smart Communities Award
The Governor's Office recently announced the 11 Smart Communities Award winners for 2020-21. Among the winners are Chelan County and the cities of Chelan County, who are recognized for their partnership in building the Moderate Risk Waste Facility, a year-round community resource that safely disposes of household hazardous wastes.
Eviction Resolution Pilot Program
The goal of the Eviction Resolution Pilot Program (ERPP) is to bring all parties together with trained resolution specialists to explore solutions such as available state and local rental assistance, or achievable payment plans that could help tenants retain their housing and divert many situations from the legal eviction process.
Eviction Resolution Pilot Program
The goal of the Eviction Resolution Pilot Program (ERPP) is to bring all parties together with trained resolution specialists to explore solutions such as available state and local rental assistance, or achievable payment plans that could help tenants retain their housing and divert many situations from the legal eviction process.
Public Works GIS tech to receive professional award
Chelan County Public Works GIS technician Lori Beidler will be honored in October by the Washington Chapter of the American Public Works Association for an interactive map she designed to aid in wildfire evacuation notification.
Public safety testing Oct. 16 for law enforcement, corrections candidates
Chelan County on Oct. 16 will sponsor a Public Safety Testing event for people interested in working in law enforcement or corrections. Interested people must pre-register to take the written and physical tests.
Fire danger hasn't gone away just yet
On Oct. 1, fire hazard designations in Chelan County’s unincorporated areas expire, ending travel and activity restrictions and allowing people to burn yard waste in small piles outside local urban growth areas. However, Chelan County Fire Marshal Bob Plumb cautions that the fire danger has not yet gone away for the year.
Loans for septic repairs, replacement now available to Chelan County
Homeowners in Chelan County can now access program that has already helped 1,200 homeowners across the state.
Natural Resources receives $656,000 for salmon recovery efforts
The Washington State Salmon Recovery Funding Board awarded $21 million in grants across the state to aid in salmon recovery. Included in that allocation is nearly $814,000 to agencies in Chelan County, including more than $656,000 to Chelan County Natural Resources.
RiverCom restructures top leadership positions
In a move to rebuild the local emergency dispatching agency RiverCom, the agency’s governing board announced it has restructured its top two leadership positions. Lowell Porter will take over as executive director on Nov. 1.
New Sunnyslope development will bring road improvements
A new apartment complex being built at the intersection of Easy and School streets will require road improvements along School Street and will add traffic to the intersection of School and Easy streets, an area Chelan County has had its eye on for a future road project.