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Chelan CountyWA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$454,900 👤 Members & officials (2)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
- Brad Chitty — Councilmember
- Shane Collins — Councilmember
Municipal budget
Total revenue$135.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$130.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$52.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$23.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,640 (FY2023)
🗳️ Election results (10 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
County Commissioner District No. 3 2024-11-05
Brad Hawkins ✓ 24,015 · Flint Hartwig 12,911 · WRITE-IN 348
County Commissioner District No. 1 2024-11-05
Kevin Overbay ✓ 27,869 · WRITE-IN 779
County Assessor 2023-11-07
Wes Cornelius ✓ 9,950 · Mark C. Miller 9,130 · WRITE-IN 179
County Treasurer 2022-11-08
David E Griffiths ✓ 22,776 · WRITE-IN 385
County Sheriff 2022-11-08
Mike Morrison ✓ 17,300 · Brian Burnett 14,358 · WRITE-IN 195
County Prosecuting Attorney 2022-11-08
Robert W. Sealby ✓ 22,774 · WRITE-IN 410
County Commissioner District No. 2 2022-11-08
Shon D. Smith ✓ 16,833 · Anne Hessburg 16,505 · WRITE-IN 54
County Clerk 2022-11-08
Marty (Martin) Young ✓ 16,456 · Sandra Arechiga 15,978 · WRITE-IN 61
County Auditor 2022-11-08
Skip Moore ✓ 23,915 · WRITE-IN 527
County Assessor 2022-11-08
Deanna C Walter ✓ 23,377 · WRITE-IN 572
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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September 1, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
3.
WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A.
Lake Chelan Golf Course Business Plan (Parks and Recreation Director Cooper)
B.
Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Update (Executive Director Steele
/ City Administrator McAloon)
4.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
5.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
6.
ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where
generations of visitors and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally
responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Regular Meeting on September 8, 2026, beginning
at 5:15 p.m. in Council Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
A City Council meeting packet is available for review on the City’s Website:
cityofchelan.gov/meetings
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:15
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
Council to consider affordable housing grant policy and multiple contracts
The Chelan City Council will consider a resolution establishing an affordable housing grant funding policy, along with several contracts and agreements including construction management, easement relinquishments, and an interlocal agreement for inmate housing. The meeting also includes a presentation on Our Valley Our Future and administrative reports on 2027 legislative priorities and athletic field fees.
- Resolution No. 2026-1488: Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy
- Ardurra Group Addendum No. 3 for CC-1 Lift Station construction management
- Chelan Luxury Garages, LLC: relinquishment of easement, dedication of right of way, sewer/water utility easement
- KRCI, LLC Change Order No. 2 to Lakeside Trail Project
- Chelan County Regional Justice Center Interlocal Agreement for inmate housing
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Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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August 25, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A.
Approve August 25, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks
and EFT' s (Councilmember Higgins)
B.
Approve the August 11, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk
Couch)
C. Resolution No. 2026-1487 Washington State Department of Health Water Use
and Efficiency Goals (Public Works Director Youngren)
5.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A.
Our Valley Our Future Update (Rachel Evey, Executive Director / Mayor McCardle)
6.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A.
None
7.
MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A.
Resolution No. 2026-1488 Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy (Finance
Director Evans)
B.
Ardurra Group Additional Services Addendum No. 3 for Construction
Management Agreement for CC-1 Lift Station (Public Works Director Youngren)
C. Chelan Luxury Garages, LLC Relinquishment of Easement (Public Works Director
Youngren)
D. Chelan Luxury Garages, LLC Dedication of Right of Way (Public Works Director
Youngren)
E.
Chelan Luxury Garages, LLC Sewer and Water Utility Easement (Public Works
Director Youngren)
F.
KRCI, LLC Change Order No. 2 to the Lakeside Tr …
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Parks board to review 2027 budget, Chelan Gorge Park update
The Chelan Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve past meeting minutes and discuss old and new business. Key items include updates on Chelan Gorge Park, athletic field fees, and the golf course, as well as the 2027 budget and interpretive signage locations. The meeting is open for citizen comments on non-agenda items.
- Approve minutes from May 5, May 21, June 1, June 18, and July 16 meetings
- Chelan Gorge Park update
- Athletic Field Use & Fees Policy
- Golf Course update
- 2027 Budget discussion
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✓ Decided: Board approves minutes, advances athletic field fee policy to City Council
The board approved minutes from five prior meetings and recommended the updated Athletic Field Use and Fees Policy be presented to City Council. They discussed the 2027 budget, including a draft 6-year capital improvement plan and rates and fees, and received updates on Chelan Gorge Park, the golf course, and interpretive signage. No other formal decisions were made, and board member Todd Higley announced his resignation.
- Approved minutes from May 5, May 21, June 1, June 18, and July 16 meetings (4-0)
- Recommended athletic field use and fees policy to City Council (no vote recorded)
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August 20, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD AGENDA
Parks and Recreation
Administration Building
Meeting Room
1.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
4.
MINUTES
A.
May 5, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Meeting Minutes
B.
May 21, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
C. June 1, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
D. June 18, 2026 Joint Chelan City Council and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Special Meeting Minutes.
E.
July 16, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes.
Suggested Motion: I move to approve the minutes from the May 5, May 21, June 1,
June 18, and July 16 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meetings as presented.
5.
OLD BUSINESS
A.
Chelan Gorge Park Update
B.
Athletic Field Use & Fees Policy
C. Golf Course Update
6.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
2027 Budget
B.
Interpretive Signgage Locations
C. Rescheduling October Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
7.
PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR AND CITY STAFF COMMENTS
8.
BOARD COMMENTS
9.
ADJOURNMENT
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Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting
August 20, 2026
BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Boardmembers:
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Mat Engstrom
Todd Higley
To Be Excused:
Janet Heg
Staff Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
1.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15pm.
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
None.
4.
MINUTES
A.
May 5, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Meeting Minutes
B.
May 21, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
C. June 1, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
D. June 18, 2026 Joint Chelan City Council and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Special Meeting Minutes.
E.
July 16, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes.
Suggested Motion: I move to approve the minutes from the May 5, May 21, June 1,
June 18, and July 16 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meetings as presented.
MOTION:
I move to approve the mintues from the May 5, May 21, June 1,
June 18, and July 16 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
meetings as presented
MOVER:
Boardmember Mat Engstrom
SECONDER:
Boardmember Brad Nelson
AYES:
Boardmember Engstrom, Boardmember Nelson, Boardmember
Reister, Boardmember Higley
NAYS:
None
RESULT:
Motion Passes
5.
OLD BUSINESS
A.
Chelan Gorge Park Update
Boardmembers Nelson and Reister provide …
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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August 19, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Chelan City Hall
Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
MINUTES
A)
Approval of July 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commisssion
Suggested Motion: I move to approve the July 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning
Commission.
3.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A)
City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan 2026: Chapter 5 Economic Development,
Chapter 10 Climate Change & Resiliency
B)
TA2026-01: Updated City of Chelan Sign Code, Ch 17.58
4.
CITY STAFF REPORTS
5.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda.
6.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
7.
ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where generations of visitors
and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting will be on September 16, 2026, beginning at
5:15 p.m. in Council Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:15
Lake Chelan Sewer District
Lake Chelan Sewer District to approve minutes and payments
The Lake Chelan Sewer District is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda to approve the July 15, 2026 minutes and August 19, 2026 accounts payable and payroll checks. No motions, presentations, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.
- Approve July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approve August 19, 2026 accounts payable checks and EFTs
- Approve August 19, 2026 payroll checks and EFTs
- Finance report update from Finance Director Evans
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50 Chelan Falls Highway, Chelan
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August 19, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
LAKE CHELAN SEWER DISTRICT AGENDA
Public Works
Administration Building
Stormy Mountain
Conference Room
1.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Chairman.
4.
MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
None.
5.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A.
Approve July 15, 2026, Minutes of the regular Lake Chelan Sewer District Meeting
B.
Approve August 19, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks
and EFT' s (Chair Babcock)
6.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
None.
7.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.
CITY STAFF REPORTS
A.
Finance Report Update Finance Director Evans
9.
CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
Council to consider affordable housing grant policy and fire inspection contract
The Chelan City Council will consider a resolution establishing an affordable housing grant funding policy and a professional services agreement for fire protection inspections. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Housing Authority of Chelan County and the City of Wenatchee, plus routine consent items like approving checks and meeting minutes. No public hearings or motion considerations are scheduled.
- Resolution No. 2026-14XX Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy
- Life Safety Inspection Vault Fire Professional Services Agreement for Fire Protection Inspections
- Housing Authority of Chelan County & City of Wenatchee presentation
- Approve August 11, 2026 accounts payable and payroll checks
- Approve July 28 and August 4, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Council accepts FAA grant for airport master plan update
The Chelan City Council approved the consent agenda, including payroll and accounts payable checks, and minutes from prior meetings. They authorized the City Administrator to accept a $418,000 FAA grant for the Lake Chelan Airport Master Plan update, and adopted Resolution 2026-1486 to join the TIPS purchasing cooperative. No public hearings were held, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including payroll ($546,558.67) and accounts payable ($494,435.65) (7-0)
- Authorized City Administrator to accept FAA grant of $418,000 for airport master plan update (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-1486 to join TIPS purchasing cooperative (7-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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August 11, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve August 11, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks
and EFT' s (Councilmember Higgins)
B. Approve the July 28, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk
Couch)
C. Approve the August 4, 2026 Special Workshop Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy
City Clerk Couch)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. Housing Authority of Chelan County & the City of Wenatchee Presentation (Vicki
Carr & President Sasha Sleiman / Mayor McCardle)
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. None
7. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. None
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. Resolution No. 2026-14XX Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy (Finance
Director Evans)
B. Life Safety Inspection Vault Fire Professional Services Agreement for Fire
Protection Inspections (Community Development Director Ajax)
9. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
These items are for informational purposes only and are generally not discussed.
A. Tentative Advanced Agenda (City Administrator McAloon)
B. Contract Intake Report (City Clerk Gallucci)
10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
11. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION …
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City Council Meeting
August 11, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Attorney Quentin Batjer
Community Development Building Official Casey
Tjeerdsma
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
None.
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A.
August 11, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and EFT' s
August 11, 2026 Payroll Checks No. 103307 - 103319 EFT' s & Direct Deposits totaling
$546,558.67 and Accounts Payable Checks No. 213385 - 213473 & EFT's totaling
$494,435.65
B.
July 28, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
C. August 4, 2026 Special Workshop Council Meeting Minutes
MOTION:
Move to approve the consent agenda.
MOVER:
Councilmember Jon Higgins
SECONDER:
Councilmember Brad Chitty
AYES:
Councilmember Terry Sanders, Councilmember Agustin …
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the consent agenda. MOVER: Councilmember Jon Higgins SECONDER: Councilmember Brad Chitty
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the City Administrator as Airport Manager to execute and accept FAA Grant Offer for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Project No. 3-53-0013-019-2026. MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Resolution No. 2026-1486. MOVER: Councilmember Terry Sanders SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
[context] MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to hold first 2027 budget workshop
The City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss the 2027 budget and affordable housing grant funding. Members will also review short-term rentals and the status of public works projects.
- 2027 Budget Workshop No. 1
- Resolution No. 2026-14XX Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy
- Short Term Rental discussion
- Public Works Project status update
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✓ Decided: Council directs conservative approach for 2027 budget
The council held its first 2027 budget workshop, reviewing revenue projections and economic trends. They directed staff to take a conservative approach in developing the proposed budget. A revised Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy was presented incorporating feedback from council and stakeholders. Discussion continued on a potential cap of 50 short-term rental licenses in three zoning districts, but no decision was made.
- Directed conservative approach for 2027 budget development
- Reviewed revised Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy (no vote taken)
- Discussed potential 50-license cap on short-term rentals in DMU, TMU, C-HS districts (no vote taken)
- Received Public Works project status update (no action taken)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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August 4, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL
WORKSHOP AGENDA
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. 2027 Budget Workshop No. 1 (Finance Director Evans)
B. Resolution No. 2026-14XX Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy (Finance
Director Evans)
C. Short Term Rental Discussion (Community Development Director Ajax)
D. Public Works Project Status Update (Public Works Director Youngren)
4. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
5. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
6. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where
generations of visitors and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally
responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Regular Meeting on August 11, 2026, beginning at
5:15 p.m. in Council Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
A City Council meeting packet is available for review on the City’s Website:
cityofchelan.gov/meetings
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City Council Workshop Meeting
August 4, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor Pro Tem:
Tim Hollingsworth
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. 2027 Budget Workshop No. 1
Finance Director Heidi Evans presented the 2027 economic outlook and revenue
projections, highlighting national, state, and local economic trends, inflationary pressures,
housing market conditions, and potential impacts on City revenues. Discussion included
proposed revenue assumptions for the General Fund, Lodging Tax, Parks Fund, Golf Fund,
and utility funds, as well as economic challenges facing municipalities statewide. Council
reviewed the projections and directed staff to take a conservative approach in developing
the proposed 2027 budget.
B. Resolution No. 2026-14XX Affordable Housing Grant Funding Policy
Finance Director Evans continued discussion regarding the Housing Grant Funding Policy
and presented a revised policy and application incorporating feedback from Council,
affordable housing organizations, …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Terry Sanders
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to consider outdoor seating pilot and Lakeside Trail project amendment
The City Council will consider a pilot program for outdoor seating and a bid award for the CC-1 Lift Station. The body will also review a professional services agreement amendment for the Lakeside Trail Project. Additionally, the council will receive reports on US Highway 97A multimodal improvements and housing code amendments.
- Resolution No. 2026-1485 Pilot Program for Outdoor Seating
- BOSS Construction Bid Award for CC-1 Lift Station
- SCJ Alliance Amendment No. 6 for the Lakeside Trail Project
- WSDOT US Highway 97A Chelan Multimodal Improvements report
- 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update regarding Housing and ESHB 2266 STEP Housing Code Amendments
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✓ Decided: City Council awards $3.5M contract for CC-1 Lift Station Upgrade
The City Council approved a multi-million dollar infrastructure project for a lift station upgrade and authorized a pilot program for outdoor seating. Council also approved a professional services amendment for the Lakeside Trail Project and routine payroll and accounts payable.
- Awarded CC-1 Lift Station Upgrade Project to BOSS Construction, Inc. for $3,555,083.52 (6-1)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-1485 for an 18-month outdoor seating pilot program (3-2)
- Authorized Amendment No. 6 to the Lakeside Trail Project agreement with SCJ Alliance (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including payroll of $334,253.47 and accounts payable of $2,186,441.45 (7-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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July 28, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve July 28, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Councilmember Sanders)
B. Approve the July 14, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk
Couch)
C. City of Chelan Special Meeting on August 4, 2026 beginning at 5:15 p.m. (CIty
Clerk Gallucci)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. None
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. None
7. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Resolution No. 2026-1485 Pilot Program for Outdoor Seating (Community
Development Director Ajax)
B. BOSS Construction Bid Award for CC-1 Lift Station (Public Works Director
Youngren)
C. Shea, Carr & Jewell, Inc dba SCJ Alliance Amendment No. 6 to the Professional
Services Agreement for the Lakeside Trail Project (Public Works Director
Youngren)
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. Washington State Department of Transportation United States Highway 97A
Chelan Multimodal Improvements (Public Works Director Youngren)
B. Second Quarter Financial Report (Finance Director Evans)
C. 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update: Chapter 3 Sub-Area Plans & Chapter 4
Housing and ESHB 2266 STEP Housing Code Amendments (Com …
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City Council Meeting
July 28, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon (via Zoom)
City Attorney Quentin Batjer
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
None.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. July 28, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and EFT' s
July 28, 2026 Payroll Checks No. 103299 - 103306 EFT's & Director Deposits totaling
$334,253.47 and Accounts Payable Checks No. 213300 - 213384 & EFT's totaling
$2,186,441.45.
B. July 14, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
C. City of Chelan Special Meeting on August 4, 2026 beginning at 5:15 p.m.
MOTION: Move to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOVER: Councilmember Terry Sanders
SECONDER: Councilmember Shane Collins
AYES: Councilmember Terry Sanders, Counc …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda. MOVER: Councilmember Terry Sanders SECONDER: Councilmember Shane Collins
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Resolution No. 2026-1485. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember Cesar Rivera-Vargas
3 yea
Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Shane Collins yea
to award the contract for the CC-1 Lift Station Upgrade Project to BOSS Construction, Inc. in the amount of $3,555,083.52, and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the contract documents…
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute Shea, Carr & Jewell, Inc dba SCJ Alliance Amendment No. 6 to the Professional Services Agreement for the Lakeside Trail Project. MOVER: Councilmember…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
that the sweeper had experienced a mechanical breakdown and was currently undergoing repairs on the west side of the state. 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION A. None 13. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Move to adjourn the…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Board to discuss Athletic Facility Use & Fees Policy
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the Athletic Facility Use & Fees Policy and hear a discussion with the Chelan Gorge Park User Group. A proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month will also be considered. The meeting includes citizen comments, staff updates, and board comments.
- Athletic Facility Use & Fees Policy (old business)
- Chelan Gorge Park User Group Engagement Discussion (old business)
- Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation (new business)
- Citizen comments (limited time)
- Board comments
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✓ Decided: Board recommended extending Chelan Gorge Park lease for at least five years
The board approved a motion to adjourn the meeting unanimously. It recommended that the city amend and extend the Chelan Gorge Park recreational use agreement for at least five years. The board supported outreach to user groups of Chelan Gorge Park to gather input on short‑term facility improvements. The board also asked Director Cooper to incorporate their feedback into the draft Athletic Facility Use & Fees policy for future review.
- Motion to adjourn passed unanimously
- Recommended city amend and extend Chelan Gorge Park lease at least five years
- Supported outreach to Chelan Gorge Park user groups for short‑term improvements
- Requested Director Cooper incorporate board feedback into Athletic Facility Use & Fees policy
619 Manson Hwy, Chelan
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July 16, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD AGENDA
Parks and Recreation
Administration Building
Meeting Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. Athletic Facility Use & Fees Policy
B. Chelan Gorge Park User Group Engagement Discussion
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation
6. PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR AND CITY STAFF COMMENTS
7. BOARD COMMENTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting
July 16, 2026
BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Boardmembers:
Janet Heg
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Staff Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15pm.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
Debra Taylor from Swanson Gulch shared that Don Morse Park on the evening of the drone
show on July 5th had overflowing trash cans, dirty bathrooms, and some restrooms were
locked.
Vicki Martz from Lakeside shared about jet ski activity at Lakeside Park around the new T-
Dock and that dogs were observed in the park over the holiday weekend.
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. Athletic Facility Use & Fees Policy
Parks Board reviewed and discussed the draft Athletic Facility Use & Fees policy presented
by Director Cooper. The board provided feedback on the criteria which determines
eligibility for discounts in fees with consideration for both home location of participants
and level of financial scholarship awarded to participants. The board requested Director
Cooper to incorporate their feedback into the policy and bring it back for review at a future
meeting.
B. Chelan Gorge Park User Group Engagement Discussion
Parks Advisory Board President Reister asked the board if they support her reaching out to
the leagues that currently use the Chelan Gorge Park fields to get th …
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[context] MOVER: Boardmember Janet Heg SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
3 yea
Janet Heg yea · Bard Nelson yea · Linda Reister yea
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:15
Lake Chelan Sewer District
Sewer District considers mandatory system connections and 2025 General Sewer Plan
The Lake Chelan Sewer District is meeting to discuss and act upon resolutions regarding mandatory sewer system connections and the 2025 General Sewer Plan. The session includes a finance report and a General Sewer Plan update from city staff.
- Resolution 2026-01: Mandatory Connection to the sewer system and exception procedures
- Resolution 2026-02: Adoption of The 2025 General Sewer Plan
- Finance Report Update from Finance Director Evans
- GSP Update from Development Project Manager Tupling
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✓ Decided: Board adopted Additional Services Addendum to Master Service Agreement
The commission approved the Additional Services Addendum to the Master Service Agreement. The April 15, May 20, and June 17, 2026 meeting minutes were approved. June 17 accounts payable checks No. 2123101 & 213104 totaling $74,099.90 and payroll checks totaling $414.00 were approved. The finance director reported the district’s finances remain on track despite a county system outage.
- Adopt Additional Services Addendum to Master Service Agreement (passed, 2‑0)
- Approve April 15, 2026 meeting minutes (approved)
- Approve May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (approved)
- Approve June 17, 2026 accounts payable checks No. 2123101 & 213104 totaling $74,099.90 and payroll $414.00 (approved)
- Adjourn meeting (passed, 2‑0)
50 Chelan Falls Highway, Chelan
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July 15, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
LAKE CHELAN SEWER DISTRICT AGENDA
Public Works
Administration Building
Stormy Mountain
Conference Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
A. Proposing and acting upon Resolution 2026-01 pertaining to the Mandatory
Connection to the sewer system within the District and procedures for any
exceptions thereof.
B. Adopting Resolution 2026-02 of The 2025 General Sewer Plan
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Chairman.
4. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Resolution 2026-01 pertaining to the Mandatory Connection to the sewer system
within the District and procedures for any exceptions thereof.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve June 17, 2026, Minutes of the regular Lake Chelan Sewer District
Meeting
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. None.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. CITY STAFF REPORTS
A. Finance Report Update (Finance Director Evans)
B. GSP Update (Development Project Manager Tupling)
9. CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. None.
11. ADJOURNMENT
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Lake Chelan Sewer District
Meeting
June 17, 2026
COMMISSIONER AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Commissioners:
Chair Mark Babcock
Commissioner Mike Collins
Commissioner Kevin Brown
City Staff Present:
Finance Director Heidi Evans
Development Project Manager Thomas Tupling
Public Works Administrative Assistant Espy Lopez
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
A. None.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Chairman.
4. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Review the Additional Services Addendum to the Master Service Agreement
(Development Project Manager Tupling)
5. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION: I move that we adopt the Additional Services Addendum to the Master Services
Agreement as presented.
MOVER: Chairman Mark Babcock
SECONDER: Commissioner Mike Collins
AYES: Commissioner Mike Collins, Commissioner Kevin Brown
NAYS: None
RESULT: Passed
A. Approve April 15, 2026, Minutes of the regular Lake Chelan Sewer District
Meeting
B. Approve May 20, 2026, Minutes of the regular Lake Chelan Sewer District Meeting
C. Approve June 17, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Check and
EFT's (Chairman Babcock)
Approve June 17, 2026, Accounts Payable Checks No. 2123101 & 213104 and EFT's
totaling $74,099.90& Payroll Checks No. N/A totaling $414.00
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. None.
7. PU …
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that the district's finances remain on track, with expenditures and revenues staying in alignment. She also noted that Chelan County's financial system remains unavailable due to a security breach…
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Kevin Brown yea · Mike Collins yea
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3 yea
Mark Babcock yea · Kevin Brown yea · Mike Collins yea
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews comprehensive plan updates and sign code draft
The commission will vote to approve the June 17, 2026 minutes. It will hold public hearings on Chapter 3 Subarea Plans and Chapter 4 Housing of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. An administrative work session will discuss the draft Sign Code dated July 10, 2026.
- Approve June 17, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
- Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan 2026 Chapter 3 Subarea Plans
- Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan 2026 Chapter 4 Housing
- Sign Code Update work session: Draft Sign Code 7/10/2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves June minutes and schedules sign code hearing
The commission approved the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes. Members heard testimony regarding the City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan and reviewed a draft sign code update, agreeing to hold a public hearing on the code next month.
- Approved June 17, 2026 Minutes (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for draft sign code for next month's meeting
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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July 15, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Chelan City Hall
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. MINUTES
I move to approve the June 17, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission
A) Approval of June 17, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commisssion
Motion: I move to approve the June 17, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan 2026: Chapter 3 Subarea Plans, Chapter 4
Housing
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A) Sign Code Update Work Session: Draft Sign Code 7.10.2026
6. CITIZEN COMMENTS
7. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where generations of visitors
and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next Planning Commission meeting will be on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, beginning at 5:15 p.m. in
Council Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
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Planning Commission Meeting
July 15, 2026
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL
PRESENT
Commissioners:
Joe Collins
Vicki Heimark
Gary Myers
Ryan Peterson
Gaylen Willett
Administrative Personnel:
Community Development Director John Ajax
Senior Planner Monica Libbey
Assistant Planner Linda Jo Williams
Council Members Shane Collins and Cesar
Rivera-Vargas
1. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order at 5:15pm
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None
3. MINUTES
A) Approval of June 17, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commisssion
MOTION: I moved to approve the June 17, 2026 Minutes of the Planning
Commission
MOVER: Commissioner Myers
SECONDER: Commissioner Heimark
AYES: 5
NAYS: None
RESULT: Passed
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan 2026: Chapter 3 Subarea Plans, Chapter 4
Housing
Staff Report (Director Ajax):
• Entered written public comments into the record: Citizens Review Committee
(CRC)/Jacqueline McMullen (Ch. 3–4); Sue Goedde and Sam Lain (short-term rental
cap, Ch. 2); Art Campbell/Campbell's Lodge (height limits, Ch. 2); CRC comment letter
with 713-signature petition (short-term rentals/views).
• No action requested tonight — testimony only. Comprehensive plan sets a 20-year
vision; implementation occurs later through zoning and subdivision code updates.
• Chapter 3 (Sub-Area Plans): new chapter; replaces the 2010 Downtown Master Plan.
Establishes a framework for four future sub-areas – Waterfront Corridor, Dow …
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to consider grant applications and outdoor seating pilot program
The City Council will vote on grant applications for the Community Economic Revitalization Board and the Washington State Military Department. Members will also review a pilot program for outdoor seating and the 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update. The body is set to accept the 2027 budget calendar.
- Resolution No. 2026-1483: Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) Grant Application
- Resolution No. 2026-1484: Washington State Military Department Public Assistance Grant Agreement
- Resolution No. 2026-14XX: Pilot Program for Outdoor Seating
- 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update: Chapter 1 Overview & Vision and Chapter 2 Land Use
- 2027 Budget Calendar Acceptance
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✓ Decided: City Council approves $300,000 legal settlement and economic grant application
The City Council authorized a $300,000 settlement for the Clausen legal claim and approved a grant application for a five-year economic development strategy. The Council also accepted the 2027 budget calendar and a grant agreement for shoreline debris removal.
- Approved $300,000 Clausen Settlement Agreement and General Release of All Claims (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-1483 to apply for a CERB economic diversification grant of up to $75,000 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-1484 for a Washington Military Department Public Assistance Grant for shoreline debris removal (7-0)
- Accepted the 2027 Budget Calendar (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including June meeting minutes and payroll/accounts payable (7-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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July 14, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve the June 09, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk
Couch)
B. Approve the June 18, 2026, Joint Chelan City Council with the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board Special Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk Couch)
C. Approve June 23, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Councilmember Sanders)
D. Approve the June 30, 2026 Strategic Retreat Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy
City Clerk Couch)
E. Approve July 14, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Councilmember Sanders)
F. Excuse Councilmember Sanders from the June 30, 2026 Strategic Retreat (Mayor
McCardle)
G. 2026 Revised Council Committee Liaison Assignments (City Clerk Gallucci)
H. Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Subrecipient Grant
Agreement for the Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Operations & Maintenance Agreement
No. CVA 524-305 (Parks and Recreation Director Cooper)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. Chelan Valley Feral Cat Project Funding Report (City Clerk Gallucci)
B. Cascadia Conservation District Presentation (Ryan Williams Ex …
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City Council Meeting
July 14, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Attorney Danielle Marchant
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
Add item 5E: Washington State Department of Transportation Highway 97A Multi-use Trail
(Ted Snodgrass/Public Works Director Youngren)
Add item 7C: Clausen Settlement Agreement and General Release of All Claims (City
Administrator McAloon)
Suggested Motion: I move to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Clausen
Settlement Agreement and General Release of All Claims, in the amount of $300,000.00.
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
Cathy Shinkoske, resident of Chelan, advocated for the installation of benches with backs
at Lakeside Park.
Mary Sterling, resident of Chelan, inquired about the need for a referendum regarding the
pathway on State Route 150.
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Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
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7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to accept the 2027 Budget Calendar, as presented. MOVER: Councilmember Agustin Bengas SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Clausen Settlement Agreement and General Release of All Claims, in the amount of $300,000.00. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER…
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Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
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7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to discuss priorities for FY2027 Budget
The City Council is holding a strategic retreat workshop led by City Administrator McAloon. The body will review city strategies and priorities to determine prioritization for the FY2027 Budget.
- Discussion on FY2027 Budget prioritization
- Review of City Strategies and Priorities
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✓ Decided: City Council held a strategic retreat workshop on priorities and budget planning
The Council participated in a strategic retreat workshop to discuss future direction and the FY2027 Budget. Discussions included legislative updates, capital project prioritization, and organizational strategies for 2027. No substantive legislative actions or votes were taken during this meeting.
Chelan Senior Center, Chelan
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June 30, 2026
5:15 PM
CHELAN CITY COUNCIL
STRATEGIC RETREAT AGENDA
Chelan Senior Center
534 E Trow Avenue
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. STRATEGIC RETREAT WORKSHOP DISCUSSION
City Administrator McAloon will lead the Mayor and City Council in a review of the
City's Strategies and Priorities and facilitate a discussion between Council and
Directors on the areas of prioritization for the preparation of the FY2027 Budget,
Recommendations from Department Directors to the Council will be incorporated
into the discussion.
4. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
5. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where
generations of visitors and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our
Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally
responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Reuglar Meeting on July 14, 2026, beginning at 5:15
p.m. in Council Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
A City Council meeting packet is available for review on the City’s Website:
cityofchelan.gov/meetings
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City Council Meeting
June 30, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth (arrived at
5:24 p.m.)
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Absent/To Be Excused
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Attorney Quentin Batjer
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:16 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. STRATEGIC RETREAT WORKSHOP DISCUSSION
City Administrator McAloon facilitated a discussion with Councilmembers and City staff
regarding the City's strategic priorities and future direction. The discussion was intended to
inform prioritization efforts during preparation of the FY2027 Budget. McAloon presented
an overview of the City Council's policymaking role, distinguishing the Council's legislative
responsibilities from the administrative duties of the Mayor and City staff. The presentation
reviewed key policy tools available to Councilmembers, including the Comprehensive
Plan, City Code, and annual budget, and explained how these tools are used to establish
and implement priorities.
Mayor McCardle provided an overview of the 2026 City' …
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Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
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7 yea
Erin McCardle yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to review golf report
The Chelan City Council and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board are holding a joint special meeting. The primary agenda item is a report from the Parks and Recreation Director regarding the National Golf Foundation (NGF).
- National Golf Foundation (NGF) Final Report
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to explore Lake Chelan Municipal Golf Course operations
The Council directed City Staff to research third-party operation options for the municipal golf course. Staff will also develop an in-house business plan with a projected timeline of six to eight weeks.
- Directed staff to seek data on third-party golf course operations via an RFI
- Directed staff to develop an in-house golf course business plan
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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June 18, 2026
5:15 PM
Joint Chelan City Council with the Parks
and Recreation Advisory
Board Special Meeting
City Hall
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. CALL THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. AGENDA CHANGES
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. National Golf Foundation (NGF) Final Report (Parks and Recreation Director
Cooper)
5. ADJOURNMENT OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
6. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where
generations of visitors and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally
responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Strategic Meeting on June 30, 2026, beginning at
5:15 p.m. at the Chelan Senior Center, 534 East Trow Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
A City Council meeting packet is available for review on the City’s Website:
cityofchelan.gov/meetings
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City Council Meeting
June 18, 2026
COUNCIL, BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders (via Zoom)
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
Boardmembers:
Janet Heg
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Matt Engstrom
To Be Excused:
Todd Higley
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. CALL THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
3. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. National Golf Foundation (NGF) Final Report
Parks and Recreation Director Cooper led discussion from the National Golf Foundation's
final report on their study for the Lake Chelan Municipal Golf Course. Following discussion
with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Council has directed City Staff to return with
data from a Request for Information (RFI) exploring third-party operations options, along
with the development of an in-house business plan outlining a step-by-step approach. The
estimated timeline for completion is six (6) to eight (8) weeks, with intermittent updates to
be pr …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] MOVER: Boardmember Janet Heg SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
5 yea
Matt Engstrom yea · Janet Heg yea · Todd Higley yea · Nelson yea · Reister yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting. MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Cesar Rivera-Vargas
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to review National Golf Foundation report
The Chelan City Council and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board are holding a joint special meeting. The primary agenda item is a report from the National Golf Foundation.
- National Golf Foundation (NGF) Final Report presented by Parks and Recreation Director Cooper
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to explore third-party options for municipal golf course
The Council directed City Staff to research third-party operations for the Lake Chelan Municipal Golf Course. Staff will return with data from a Request for Information and an in-house business plan within six to eight weeks.
- Directed staff to explore third-party golf course operations via RFI
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June 18, 2026
5:15 PM
Joint Chelan City Council with the Parks
and Recreation Advisory
Board Special Meeting
City Hall
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. CALL THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. AGENDA CHANGES
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. National Golf Foundation (NGF) Final Report (Parks and Recreation Director
Cooper)
5. ADJOURNMENT OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
6. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where
generations of visitors and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally
responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Strategic Meeting on June 30, 2026, beginning at
5:15 p.m. at the Chelan Senior Center, 534 East Trow Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
A City Council meeting packet is available for review on the City’s Website:
cityofchelan.gov/meetings
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City Council Meeting
June 18, 2026
COUNCIL, BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders (via Zoom)
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
Boardmembers:
Janet Heg
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Matt Engstrom
To Be Excused:
Todd Higley
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. CALL THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
3. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A. National Golf Foundation (NGF) Final Report
Parks and Recreation Director Cooper led discussion from the National Golf Foundation's
final report on their study for the Lake Chelan Municipal Golf Course. Following discussion
with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Council has directed City Staff to return with
data from a Request for Information (RFI) exploring third-party operations options, along
with the development of an in-house business plan outlining a step-by-step approach. The
estimated timeline for completion is six (6) to eight (8) weeks, with intermittent updates to
be pr …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] MOVER: Boardmember Janet Heg SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
5 yea
Matt Engstrom yea · Janet Heg yea · Todd Higley yea · Nelson yea · Reister yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting. MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Cesar Rivera-Vargas
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on Comprehensive Plan 2026
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan 2026, specifically Chapter 1 Overview & Vision and Chapter 2 Land Use. The body will also hold a work session to discuss a draft Sign Code update.
- Public hearing: Comprehensive Plan 2026 Chapter 1 Overview & Vision
- Public hearing: Comprehensive Plan 2026 Chapter 2 Land Use
- Work session: Draft Sign Code 7.10.2026
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved May minutes and held hearing on City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting. A public hearing was conducted regarding updates to Chapters 1 and 2 of the City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan. No substantive decisions were made during the public hearing or administrative reports.
- Approved May 20, 2026 Minutes (4-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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June 17, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Chelan City Hall
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. MINUTES
A) May 20, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan 2026: Chapter 1 Overview & Vision, Chapter
2 Land Use
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A) Sign Code Update Work Session: Draft Sign Code 7.10.2026
6. CITIZEN COMMENTS
7. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where generations of visitors
and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next Planning Commission meeting will be on July 15, 2026, beginning at 5:15 p.m. in Council Chambers,
135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
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Planning Commission Meeting
June 17, 2026
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL
PRESENT
Commissioners:
Joe Collins
Vickie Heimark
Gary Myers
Ryan Peterson -
Excused
Gaylen Willett
Administrative Personnel:
Community Development Director John Ajax
Senior Planner Monica Libbey
1. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
NONE
3. MINUTES
A) May 20, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission
MOTION: I move to approve the May 20, 2026 Minutes of the Planning
Commission.
MOVER: Commissioner Gary Myers
SECONDER: Vice Chair Vickie Heimark
AYES: Commissioner Gaylen Willett, Chair Joe Collins, Vice-Chair Vickie
Heimark, Commissioner Gary Myers
NAYS: None
RESULT: Passed
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan 2026: Chapter 1 Overview & Vision, Chapter
2 Land Use
Planning Commission Chair Collins opened the public hearing at 5:25 p.m.
Community Development Director Ajax provided a staff presentation regarding the
required update to the City's Comprehensive Plan, focusing on Chapters 1 Overview &
Vision and Chapter 2 Land Use.
Public testimony was received by:
• Brian Patterson, Manson resident: intends to engage in commenting process, has
assembled a review committee of over a dozen residents to stimulate more
community input.
• Lynette Grandy, Chelan resident: made comments in writing for Chapters 1 & 2,
wanted clarification of what public comments matrix will look like.
• …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the May 20, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission. MOVER: Commissioner Gary Myers SECONDER: Vice Chair Vickie Heimark
4 yea
Gaylen Willett yea · Joe Collins yea · Vickie Heimark yea · Gary Myers yea
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:15
Lake Chelan Sewer District
Sewer District to review Additional Services Addendum for project manager
The Lake Chelan Sewer District will review an Additional Services Addendum to the Master Service Agreement regarding Development Project Manager Tupling. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes and payroll and accounts payable checks.
- Review of Additional Services Addendum to the Master Service Agreement (Development Project Manager Tupling)
- Approval of June 17, 2026 Accounts Payable and Payroll checks
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June 17, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
LAKE CHELAN SEWER DISTRICT AGENDA
Public Works
Administration Building
Stormy Mountain
Conference Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
A. None.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Chairman.
4. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Review the Additional Services Addendum to the Master Service Agreement
(Development Project Manager Tupling)
5. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve April 15, 2026, Minutes of the regular Lake Chelan Sewer District
Meeting
B. Approve May 20, 2026, Minutes of the regular Lake Chelan Sewer District Meeting
C. Approve June 17, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Check and
EFT's (Chairman Babcock)
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. None.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. None.
8. CITY STAFF REPORTS
A. Finance Report Update (Finance Director Evans)
9. CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. None.
11. ADJOURNMENT
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA [Adopt the Additional Services Addendum to the Master Services Agreement]
2 yea
Kevin Brown yea · Mike Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
2 yea
Kevin Brown yea · Mike Collins yea
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to approve payments, transportation plan, and housing grant funding
The Chelan City Council will approve accounts payable and payroll checks, the six-year transportation improvement program, and discuss housing grant funding. The meeting also includes presentations on the America 250 Proclamation, the Chelan County Sheriff's Office annual report, and the Okanogan-Wenatchee Forest Service update.
- Approval of June 09, 2026 Accounts Payable and Payroll checks
- Approval of 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
- Discussion on Housing Grant Funding
- Presentation: Chelan County Sheriff's Office Annual Report
- Presentation: Okanogan-Wenatchee Forest Service Update
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✓ Decided: Council adopts $50.1 million six-year transportation improvement program
The City Council approved a multi-year transportation plan and authorized grant applications for park improvements. Additional discussions addressed inmate housing billing, affordable housing policy, and Lakeside Lodge parking.
- Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-1482 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (7-0)
- Authorized grant applications for Don Morse Memorial Park and Chelan Gorge Park (7-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve June 09, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Councilmember Rivera-Vegas)
B. Authorization to Pay June 23, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payrolls
Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and EFT' s (Councilmember Rivera-Vargas)
C. Approve the May 26, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk
Couch)
D. Approve the June 02, 2026 Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk
Couch)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. America 250 Proclamation (Mayor McCardle)
B. Retirement of Outgoing Finance Director Tupling Proclamation (Mayor McCardle)
C. Chelan County Sheriff's Office Annual Report (Sheriff Morrison)
D. Boys & Girls Club Seasonal Update (Ricardo Chavez, Athletic Director of the Boys
and Girls Club)
E. Okanogan-Wenatchee Forest Service Update (Holly Krake, District Ranger)
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. None
7. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Resolution No. 2026-1483 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program (Public Works Director Youngren)
B. Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) Planning for
Re …
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City Council Meeting
June 9, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
Robert Goedde, resident of Chelan, invited the public to his 80th birthday and retirement
party on June 14, 2026.
Jerrid Higgins, resident of Chelan, voiced his concern over the representation of the City at
the State and Legislative level.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. June 09, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and EFT' s
June 09, 2026 Payroll Checks No. 103266 - 103278 EFTs & Direct Deposits totaling
$581,606.37 and Accounts Payable Checks No. 213026-213100 and EFT's totaling
$713,339.70, Void Check No. 212909 RH2 Check Issued to wrong vendor ($187,931.43),
Void Check No. 212915 SGD Gol …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda. MOVER: Councilmember Cesar Rivera-Vargas SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Resolution No. 2026-1482. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember Cesar Rivera-Vargas
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the two applications for the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) Planning for Recreation Access (PRA) grant. MOVER: Councilmember…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Motion to Adjourn the meeting. MOVER: Councilmember Jon Higgins SECONDER: Councilmember Brad Chitty
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to discuss housing, development, and transportation funding
The Chelan City Council will hold a public hearing on the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and hold workshops on housing grants, development regulations, and short-term rental caps.
- Public Hearing: Resolution 2026-14XX for 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program
- Workshop: Housing Grant Funding policy discussion
- Workshop: Development Regulations review
- Workshop: Short Term Rental Cap discussion
- Workshop: Public Works Project Status Update
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to draft housing fund policy and short‑term rental cap
Mayor Erin McCardle proclaimed June 8‑14, 2026 as Main Street Week. The Council instructed staff to draft a policy expanding flexibility of the Affordable Housing Fund. The Council also ordered staff to prepare a draft short‑term rental cap for the Downtown Mixed Use, Highway Service Commercial and Tourist Mixed Use zones, including a possible moratorium.
- Proclaimed Main Street Week June 8‑14, 2026
- Directed staff to draft Affordable Housing Fund flexibility policy
- Directed staff to draft short‑term rental cap for DMU, C‑HS, and TMU zones and a potential moratorium
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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June 2, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION, PROCLAMATION, AND AWARDS
A. Main Street Week Proclamation (Mayor McCardle)
4. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution No. 2026-14XX 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program (Public Works Director Youngren)
5. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. Policy Level Discussion and Housing Grant Funding (City Administrator McAloon /
Finance Director Evans)
B. Development Regulations (Community Development Director Ajax)
C. Short Term Rental Cap (Community Development Director Ajax)
D. Public Works Project Status Update (Public Works Director Youngren)
6. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
7. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where
generations of visitors and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally
responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Regular Meeting on June 9, 2026, beginning at 5:15
p.m. in Council Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, …
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City Council Workshop Meeting
June 2, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION, PROCLAMATION, AND AWARDS
A. Main Street Week Proclamation
Mayor McCardle proclaimed June 8-14, 2026 as Main Street Week in Chelan.
4. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution No. 2026-14XX 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program
The public hearing opened at 5:19 p.m.
Public Works Director Youngren outlined the Washington State requirements for
maintaining the STIP and noted minor revisions made following the May 26, 2026 meeting.
Docusign Envelope ID: 92709CC5-D28C-87AC-81E2-6A892FFCBF8C
Tammy Hague, resident of Chelan, requested additional information regarding the
proposed changes to the Lakeside area.
Lynette Grandy, resident of Chelan, requested the total costs reflected on the spreadsheet
be reviewed for accuracy.
The public hearing closed at 5:41 p.m.
5. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. Polic …
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to review National Golf Foundation report
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review the final report from the National Golf Foundation. The meeting also includes time for comments from the Parks and Recreation Director, city staff, and board members.
- Review of National Golf Foundation Final Report
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✓ Decided: Board adjourned meeting without substantive decisions
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board discussed the National Golf Foundation report and explored funding ideas for golf course improvements, but no formal actions or approvals were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m. after a motion passed unanimously.
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June 1, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD AGENDA
Parks and Recreation
Administration Building
Meeting Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. OLD BUSINESS
A. National Golf Foundation Final Report Review
3. PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR AND CITY STAFF COMMENTS
4. BOARD COMMENTS
5. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting
June 1, 2026
BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Boardmembers:
Janet Heg
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Matt Engstrom
Todd Higley
Staff Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Park Board President Reister announced an agenda change. Citizen Comment would be
added before Item 2: Old Business. Reister said the special meeting was called by the
parks board and it was not initiated by city staff. The meeting was called to discuss the
National Golf Foundation report and give the board another opportunity to talk about it and
prepare recommendations.
Citizen Comment:
Dan Boone, Chelan — Recommended that any city conversations which have impacts on
neighboring property include sending mailers to the affected areas in advance.
2. OLD BUSINESS
A. National Golf Foundation Final Report Review
Parks & Recreation Director Cooper shared that the final report is available to the public on
the City Website on the Parks Planning page. Parks board discussed the recommendations
from the National Golf Foundation (NGF) report in three categories: Structure/Oversight,
Operations, and Physical Improvements.
Structure/Oversight: Within the structure and oversight, a problem identified in the report
was operating expenses outstripping revenue. Parks board discussed three structural
options and their advantages and disadvantages: continued self-operation, a managem …
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[context] MOVER: Boardmember Higley SECONDER: Boardmember Nelson
5 yea
Higley yea · Nelson yea · Heg yea · Engstrom yea · Reister yea
Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to approve contracts and transportation program
The Chelan City Council will approve several contracts for water and sewer projects, including the Apple Blossom Trail, and adopt a six-year transportation improvement program. The meeting includes a public hearing on water use efficiency goals and a closed session for collective bargaining strategy.
- Approval of Lift Station No. 1 Upgrades Project addendum
- Approval of Washington Booster Pump Station Improvements amendment
- Adoption of 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
- Public hearing on Washington State Department of Health Water Use and Efficiency Goals
- Closed session for collective bargaining strategy
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✓ Decided: Council authorizes Mayor to execute infrastructure agreements, including Apple Trail
The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also passed five motions authorizing the mayor to finalize and execute additional service addendums and agreements for the Lift Station No. 1 upgrades, Washington Booster Pump Station improvements, the City of Chelan Recycling Center replacement, the SR‑150 sewer main replacement, and the Apple Blossom Trail local agency agreement. All motions passed with no dissenting votes.
- Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
- Approved Ardurra Group Additional Services Addendum No. 2 for Lift Station No. 1 upgrades (7-0)
- Approved RH2 Engineering Amendment No. 1 for Washington Booster Pump Station improvements (7-0)
- Approved Bayley Construction Change Order No. 1 for Recycling Center replacement (7-0)
- Approved Ardurra Group Additional Services Addendum No. 4 for SR‑150 Sewer Main Replacement (7-0)
- Approved WSDOT Local Agency Agreement for Apple Blossom Trail (7-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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May 26, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve May 26, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Councilmember Collins)
B. Approve the May 12, 2026 Council Meeting Minutes (Deputy City Clerk Couch)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Disaster Recovery Presentation
(Todd Broadman, Public Affairs Specialist – Field Operations Center West)
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Washington State Department of Health Water Use and Efficiency Goals (Public
Works Director Youngren)
7. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Ardurra Group Additional Services Addendum No. 2 to Task Authorization No. 1
for the Lift Station No. 1 Upgrades Project (Public Works Director Youngren)
B. RH2 Engineering, Inc. Amendment No. 1 to Task Authorization No. 15 for the
Washington Booster Pump Station Improvements (Public Works Director
Youngren)
C. Bayley Construction, LP Change Order No. 1of the Contractor Agreement for the
City of Chelan Recycling Center Replacement Project (Public Works Director
Youngren)
D. Ardurra Group, Inc. Additional Services Addendum No. 4 for the SR150 Sewer
Main Replacemen …
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City Council Meeting
May 26, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Agustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Attorney Quentin Batjer
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
Public Works City Engineer Travis Denham
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
Switched Item No. 12. Closed Session with Item No. 13 Adjournment.
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
Andrew Manos, resident of Tacoma, voiced his concerns regarding the two parking stalls
located at Lakeside Lodge and Suites, as a resident of the Lakeside Villa.
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A.
May 26, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and EFT' s
May 26, 2026 Payroll Checks No. 103257 - 103265 & EFT's and Direct Deposits totaling
$323,075.42 and Accounts Payable Checks No. 212944 - 213025 & EFT' s totaling
Docusign Envelope ID: FF069773-B8FB-88B9-810E-75F3026F59EF
$1,485,286.60 and Void Check No. 212806 / R …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda. MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Ardurra Group Additional Services Addendum No. 2 to Task Authorization No. 1 for the Lift Station No. 1 Upgrades Project. MOVER: Councilmember Terry…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the RH2 Engineering, Inc. Amendment No. 1 to Task Authorization No. 15 for the Washington Booster Pump Station Improvements. Docusign Envelope ID…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute Bayley Construction, LP Change Order No. 1 of the Contractor Agreement for the City of Chelan Recycling Center Replacement Project. MOVER: Councilmember…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Ardurra Group, Inc. Additional Services Addendum No. 4 for the SR150 Sewer Main Replacement Project. MOVER: Councilmember Agustin Bengas SECONDER…
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Motion to adjourn the meeting. MOVER: Councilmember Jon Higgins SECONDER: Councilmember Brad Chitty
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Bengas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Thu May 21, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Board to discuss golf foundation recommendation and Memorial Weekend update
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes, discuss a recommendation from the National Golf Foundation, and receive an update on Memorial Weekend activities.
- Review of April 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- National Golf Foundation recommendation discussion
- Memorial Weekend update
- Planning for Recreation Access (PRA) Grant discussion
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✓ Decided: Board approved the April 16 meeting minutes
The board voted to approve the minutes from the April 16, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting. They discussed the upcoming National Golf Foundation report and planned a joint meeting with City Council after its release. A grant opportunity was presented, but the board did not choose a project and instead recommended staff attend virtual office hours to assess competitiveness. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved April 16, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Recommended staff attend RCO virtual office hours to evaluate grant projects
- Moved to adjourn the meeting (4-0)
619 Manson Hwy, Chelan
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May 21, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD AGENDA
Parks and Recreation
Administration Building
Meeting Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
4. MINUTES
A. April 16th, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
5. OLD BUSINESS
A. National Golf Foundation Recommendation Discussion
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Memorial Weekend Update
B. Planning for Recreation Access (PRA) Grant
7. PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR AND CITY STAFF COMMENTS
8. BOARD COMMENTS
9. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting
May 21, 2026
BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Boardmembers:
Janet Heg
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Matt Engstrom
Staff Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:16pm.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
Vicki Martz from Chelan shared that the parks look beautiful. Vicki commented that the
new signs on the restroom building at Lakeside park were confusing and she is curious to
see how the new charcoal grills in the park will be used this summer.
4. MINUTES
A. April 16th, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
MOTION: I move to approve the April 16th, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting Minutes.
MOVER: Mat Engstrom
SECONDER: Brad Nelson
AYES: Mat Engstrom, Brad Nelson, Janet Heg
NAYS: None
RESULT: Motion Passes
5. OLD BUSINESS
A. National Golf Foundation Recommendation Discussion
Parks board discussed the draft final report from National Golf Foundation regarding the
Lake Chelan Golf Course. Parks and Recreation Director Cooper shared that the final
report will be ready by May 26th and will be distributed once received. Discussion included
the need to invest in the irrigation replacement as a priority, the recommendations
provided for improvements with internal operations, and the need for more information on …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the April 16th, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes. MOVER: Mat Engstrom SECONDER: Brad Nelson
3 yea
Mat Engstrom yea · Brad Nelson yea · Janet Heg yea
[context] MOVER: Mat Engstrom SECONDER: Linda Reister
4 yea
Mat Engstrom yea · Linda Reister yea · Janet Heg yea · Brad Nelson yea
Wed May 20, 2026 · 17:15
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review initial draft sign code update
The Planning Commission will hold a work session on the initial draft of a sign code update and discuss the 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update. No votes are scheduled on these items; the meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Work session on initial draft Sign Code Update
- Discussion of 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update
- Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Commission approved April 15 minutes and adjourned the May 20 meeting
The Planning Commission approved the April 15, 2026 minutes with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:43 p.m. No other actions were taken.
- Approved April 15, 2026 minutes (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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May 20, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Chelan City Hall
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. MINUTES
A) April 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission
Suggested Motion: I move to approve the April 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning
Commission.
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A) Sign Code Update Work Session: Initial Draft Sign Code
B) 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update
5. CITIZEN COMMENTS
6. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
7. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where generations of visitors
and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next Planning Commission meeting will be on June 17, 2026, beginning at 5:15 p.m. in Council
Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
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Planning Commission Meeting
May 20, 2026
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL
PRESENT
Commissioners:
Joe Collins
Vickie Heimark
Gary Myers
Ryan Peterson
Gaylen Willett -
Excused Absence
Administrative Personnel:
Community Development Director John Ajax
Senior Planner Monica Libbey
1. CALL TO ORDER
Commissioner Collins called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. MINUTES
A) April 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission
Suggested Motion: I move to approve the April 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning
Commission.
MOTION: I move to approve the April 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning
Commission.
MOVER: Commissioner Gary Myers
SECONDER: Commissioner Ryan Peterson
AYES: Commissioner Ryan Peterson, Chair Joe Collins, Vice Chair Vickie
Heimark, Commissioner Gary Myers
NAYS: None
RESULT: Passed
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A) Sign Code Update Work Session: Initial Draft Sign Code
Senior Planner Libbey continued the Sign Code Update by presenting an Initial Draft Sign
Code for discussion with the Planning Commission.
B) 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update
Director Ajax discussed the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update public review process and
anticipated hearing schedule.
5. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Lynette Grandy, Chelan resident, provided comments expressing concern about
electronically changeable message signs and consistency with the Downtown Plan, and
private uses of public properties. She encouraged reaching out to …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the April 15, 2026 Minutes of the Planning Commission. MOVER: Commissioner Gary Myers SECONDER: Commissioner Ryan Peterson
4 yea
Ryan Peterson yea · Joe Collins yea · Vickie Heimark yea · Gary Myers yea
that the topic has been raised by the Residents Coalition of Chelan County. City discussion is scheduled for the next City Council meeting. 7. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: I move to adjourn tonight's meeting…
4 yea
Ryan Peterson yea · Joe Collins yea · Vickie Heimark yea · Gary Myers yea
ADJOURNMENT
4 yea
Ryan Peterson yea · Joe Collins yea · Vickie Heimark yea · Gary Myers yea
Wed May 20, 2026 · 17:15
Lake Chelan Sewer District
Lake Chelan Sewer District to review accounts payable and finance report
The Lake Chelan Sewer District will meet to approve payroll and accounts payable checks. The board will also receive a finance report update from Finance Director Evans.
- Approval of May 20, 2026 Accounts Payable and Payroll checks/EFTs
- Finance Report Update from Finance Director Evans
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50 Chelan Falls Highway, Chelan
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5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
LAKE CHELAN SEWER DISTRICT AGENDA
Public Works
Administration Building
Stormy Mountain
Conference Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Chairman.
4. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. None
5. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve May 20, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Chair Babcock)
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. None
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. None
8. CITY STAFF REPORTS
A. Finance Report Update (Finance Director Evans)
9. CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. None
11. ADJOURNMENT
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ADJOURNMENT
3 yea
Mark Babcock yea · Kevin Brown yea · Mike Collins yea
Tue May 12, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to interview and appoint candidate for Position No. 5
The City Council will interview six applicants to fill a vacancy for Council Position No. 5. Following an executive session, the Council may appoint a candidate to serve the remainder of the term through the November 2, 2027 election.
- Interviews of applicants Ben Laughlin, Brant Jones, Cesar Rivera-Vargas, Lars Strandberg, Pamela Gean Van Gerpen, and Todd Higley
- Ordinance No. 2026-1659 regarding Title 1. General Provisions of the Chelan Municipal Code
- Approval of May 12, 2026 Accounts Payable and Payroll checks
- Comprehensive Plan discussion
- National Public Works Week Proclamation
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Cesar Rivera-Vargas to fill vacant Position No. 5
The council voted to appoint Cesar Rivera-Vargas to Council Position No. 5 and administered his oath of office. The consent agenda, including $1,288,646.76 in accounts‑payable checks and $538,224.12 in payroll checks, was approved. Mayor McCardle proclaimed May 17‑23, 2026 as National Public Works Week. The Comprehensive Plan update schedule was presented for future public hearings.
- Appointed Cesar Rivera-Vargas to Council Position No. 5 (6‑0 vote)
- Administered oath of office to Cesar Rivera-Vargas
- Approved consent agenda items, including $1,288,646.76 accounts‑payable checks and $538,224.12 payroll checks (7‑0 vote)
- Proclaimed week of May 17‑23, 2026 as National Public Works Week
- Presented Comprehensive Plan hearing schedule (no vote recorded)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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May 12, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, ROLL CALL
2. CITY COUNCIL APPLICANT INTERVIEWS
A. List of Applicants - in alphabetical order, by first name (Mayor McCardle)
• Ben Laughlin
• Brant Jones
• Cesar Rivera-Vargas
• Lars Strandberg
• Pamela Gean Van Gerpen
• Todd Higley
The interview and appointment process will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026,
beginning at 5:15 p.m., or shortly thereafter, in Council Chambers at City Hall.
Interviews will be conducted in alphabetical order by first name.
Each applicant will be provided up to eight (8) minutes to address the Council.
During their remarks, they are requested to address each of the following
questions individually:
1. How do you see your role on City Council in shaping its decisions and
representing community viewpoints; what special skills or viewpoints do you
believe you would bring to Council?
2. Please explain the difference in the roles, duties, and authority between the
mayor and a councilmember.
3. Explain your motivation for serving on Council and what your priorities would
be while in the position. How do you hope to make progress on these priorities?
4. A major part of the Council agenda in the coming months will be devoted to
reviewing and adopting our budget. Recognizing that there are specific fiscal and
statutory constraints on City government, how would you balance and evaluate
fiscal realities with competing policy …
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City Council Meeting
May 12, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Augustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Cesar Rivera-Vargas
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Attorney Quentin Batjer
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
Mayor McCardle recessed the meeting at 5:17 p.m. due to loss of internet.
Mayor McCardle resumed the meeting at 5:22 p.m. as internet was restored.
2.
CITY COUNCIL APPLICANT INTERVIEWS
A.
List of Applicants - in alphabetical order, by first name (Mayor McCardle)
• Ben Laughlin
• Brant Jones
• Cesar Rivera-Vargas
• Lars Strandberg
• Pamela Gean Van Gerpen
• Todd Higley
The interview and appointment process will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026,
beginning at 5:15 p.m., or shortly thereafter, in Council Chambers at City Hall.
Interviews will be conducted in alphabetical order by first name.
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Each applicant will be provided up to eight (8) minutes to address the Council.
During their remarks, they are requested to address each of the following
questions individually:
1. How do you see your ro …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda. MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins Docusign Envelope ID: 55077F8E-1EA6-8338-83D6-6A016FDFFB48
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
[context] MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Agustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
7 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Cesar Rivera-Vargas yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea · Augustin Benegas yea
Tue May 5, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to discuss 2027-2031 Six Year Transportation Improvement Program
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a long-term transportation improvement plan. The meeting also includes presentations from the National Golf Foundation and Transpo Group.
- Resolution No. 2026-14XX: 2027-2031 Six Year Transportation Improvement Program
- National Golf Foundation presentation of findings
- Transpo Group presentation
- Professional Municipal Clerks Week Proclamation
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✓ Decided: City Council adopts night‑shift construction stipend resolution
The council adopted Resolution No. 2026-1479, which provides a temporary night‑shift differential for public‑works staff working on construction projects. The motion was moved by Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Jon Higgins, and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-1479 night‑shift differential (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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May 5, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. CALL THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. AGENDA CHANGES
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. Professional Municipal Clerks Week Proclamation (Mayor McCardle)
B. National Golf Foundation Presentation of Findings (Parks and Recreation Director
Cooper)
C. Transpo Group Presentation (Public Works Director Youngren)
5. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. Resolution No. 2026-14XX 2027-2031 Six Year Transportation Improvement
Program (Public Works Director Youngren)
6. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
7. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
8. ADJOURNMENT OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
9. ADJOURNMENT
Our Vision
Chelan is a rural lakeside community surrounded by pristine natural beauty where generations of visitors
and residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life.
Our Guiding Principles & Outcomes
Visionary & Strategic - A city that is forward-thinking, collaborative, and fiscally responsible.
Thriving & Connected - A vibrant, well-planned city where residents have a sense of home.
Healthy & Sustainable - A flourishing city that supports an active community.
Accessible & Welcoming - A safe city where everyone can find community.
The next meeting will be a City Council Regular Meeting on May 12, 2026, beginning at 5:15 p.m. in Council
Chambers, 135 E. Johnson Avenue, Chelan, Washington.
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City Council Workshop Meeting
April 7, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Augustin Benegas
Brad Chitty
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Clerk Peri Gallucci
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Community Development Director John Ajax
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2. JOINT MEETING WITH THE CHELAN DOUGLAS REGIONAL PORT AUTHORITY
A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:16 p.m.
The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority (CDRPA) acknowledged the City is working
diligently and reaffirmed their support for the City’s efforts. Noting while success is
expected, it will require significant work.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
3. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
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4. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. Chelan Valley Economic Update
Mayor McCardle presented a high-level economic situational analysis of Chelan. The
discussion was organized around four key areas: an overview of how the City is funded,
including primary operating revenue sources and expenditures; an analysis of the local
economy, including retail trends, sector composit …
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Resolution No. 2026-1479. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
5 yea
Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea · Augustin Benegas yea
Tue May 5, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
National Golf Foundation to present findings at parks board special meeting
The Chelan Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation from the National Golf Foundation. The presentation will cover the foundation's findings, though no specific details are provided in the agenda. No other business or votes are scheduled.
- National Golf Foundation presentation of findings
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved motion to adjourn the meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on May 5, 2026. After a presentation by the National Golf Foundation, the board voted on a motion to adjourn. The motion was moved by Matt Engstrom, seconded by Brad Nelson, and passed with four ayes and no nays.
- Adjourn meeting – motion passed (4 ayes, 0 nays)
135 E Johnson Ave, Chelan
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May 5, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
Chelan City Hall
Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. National Golf Foundation Presentation of Findings
3. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting
May 5, 2026
BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Boardmembers:
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Matt Engstrom
Todd Higley
Staff Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:16 p.m.
2. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. National Golf Foundation Presentation of Findings
Richard Singer from the National Golf Foundation presented his summary of findings on
the Lake Chelan Golf Course. Board members asked questions of the consultant and a full
report is forthcoming.
3. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Motion to adjourn the meeting.
MOVER: Boardmember Mat Engstrom
SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
AYES: Boardmember Brad Nelson, Vice President Todd Higley, President Linda Reister,
Boardmember Mat Engstrom
NAYS: None
RESULT: Passed
The meeting was adjourned
at 6:11 P.M.
Date
Approved:
_____________________
Audrey Cooper
Parks and Recreation Director
_____________________
[NAME]
Chair
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adjourn the meeting. MOVER: Boardmember Mat Engstrom SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
4 yea
Brad Nelson yea · Todd Higley yea · President Linda Reister yea · Mat Engstrom yea
ADJOURNMENT
4 yea
Brad Nelson yea · Todd Higley yea · Linda Reister yea · Mat Engstrom yea
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 17:15
City Council
City Council to consider water infrastructure and financial code updates
The City Council will discuss several ordinances regarding financial chapters and a budget amendment. The body is also considering task authorizations for water rights and reservoir improvements.
- Ordinance No. 2026-1655 Budget Amendment No. 2
- RH2 Engineering, Inc. Task Authorization No. 18 General Water Rights Assistance
- RH2 Engineering, Inc. Amendment No. 1 to Task Authorization No. 27 Airport Transmission Main Bid Ready Design
- Varela Engineering & Management Task Order No. 2 East Chelan Reservoir Water Improvements Easements and Surveying Services
- WSCCCE Memorandum of Understanding for the Standby Radius
budgetwater-infrastructurefinanceengineeringlabor-agreement
✓ Decided: City Council adopts housing fund code amendments and approves multiple contracts
The council approved the Consent Agenda and adopted three housing‑related ordinances updating Chapters 3.84, 3.85/3.87, and 3.86 of the municipal code. It also authorized the mayor to execute several contracts and memoranda, including a standby‑radius agreement and water‑rights and infrastructure projects. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-1656 amending Chapter 3.84 – Housing Fund 105 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-1657 repealing Chapter 3.85 and creating Chapter 3.87 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-1658 amending Chapter 3.86 – Sales/Use Tax for Affordable Housing (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-1481 updating authorized signers on financial accounts (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor to finalize WSCCCE Memorandum of Understanding – Standby Radius (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor to execute RH2 Engineering Task Authorization No. 18 for water‑rights assistance (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor to execute RH2 Engineering Amendment No. 1 to Task Authorization 27 for airport water main design, up to $340,621 (unanimous)
Chelan City Hall, Chelan
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April 28, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A. Approve April 28, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s (Councilmember Collins)
B. Resolution No. 2026-1480 Delegated Authority Policy (City Administrator
McAloon)
C. Ordinance No. 2026-1655 Budget Amendment No. 2 (Finance Director Evans)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND AWARDS
A. Chelan County Sheriff's Office Annual Report (Mayor McCardle)
B. Our Valley Our Future Presentation (Rachel Evey/Mayor McCardle)
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. None
7. MOTION CONSIDERATIONS
A. Ordinance No. 2026-1656 Amendment to Chapter 3.84 (Finance Director Evans)
B. Ordinance No. 2026-1657 Repeal Chapter 3.85 & Create 3.87 (Finance Director
Evans)
C. Ordinance No. 2026-1658 Amendment to Chapter 3.86 (Finance Director Evans)
D. Resolution No. 2026-1481 Authorized Signers on Financial Accounts (Finance
Director Evans)
E. Washington State Council of County and City Employees (WSCCCE)
Memorandum of Understanding for the Standby Radius (HR/Communications
Director Coltman)
F. RH2 Engineering, Inc. Task Authorization No. 18 General Water Rights
Assistance(Public Works Director Youngre …
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City Council Meeting
April 28, 2026
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Mayor:
Erin McCardle
Councilmembers:
Augustin Benegas
Brad Chitty (via Zoom)
Shane Collins
Jon Higgins
Tim Hollingsworth
Terry Sanders
Administrative Personnel:
City Administrator Laura McAloon
City Attorney Quentin Batjer (via Zoom)
Community Development Director John Ajax
Deputy City Clerk Cailey Couch
Finance Director Heidi Evans
HR/Communication Director Chad Coltman
Parks & Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Public Works Director Jake Youngren
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.
2.
AGENDA CHANGES
Item 5A - Chelan County Sheriff's Office Annual Report was removed from the agenda.
3.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the Mayor.
None.
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are approved with one motion. Suggested
Motion: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
A.
Approve April 28, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks and EFT's & Payroll Checks and
EFT' s
April 28, 2026 Accounts Payable Checks No. 212763 - 212838 & EFT's totaling
$1,305,140.20 and Payroll Checks No. 103236 - 103242 EFT' s and Direct Deposits totaling
$333,046.89.
Docusign Envelope ID: 27DAD987-0822-84BA-82DD-4047BF8C7D00
B.
Resolution No. 2026-1480 Delegated Authority Policy
C.
Ordinance No. 2026-1655 Budget Amendment No. 2
MOTION:
Move to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOVER:
Councilmember Shane Collins
SECONDER:
C …
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda. MOVER: Councilmember Shane Collins SECONDER: Councilmember Jon Higgins
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Ordinance No. 2026-1656. MOVER: Councilmember Jon Higgins SECONDER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Ordinance No. 2026-1657. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember Terry Sanders
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Ordinance No. 2026-1658. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember Augustin Benegas
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
Resolution No. 2026-1481. MOVER: Councilmember Terry Sanders SECONDER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Washington State Council of County and City Employees (WSCCCE) Memorandum of Understanding – Standby Radius. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth…
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the RH2 Engineering, Inc. Task Authorization No. 18 General Water Rights Assistance. MOVER: Councilmember Tim Hollingsworth SECONDER: Councilmember…
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute RH2 Engineering, Inc. Amendment No. 1 to Task Authorization No. 27 Airport Transmission Main Bid Ready Design, in an amount not to exceed $340,621…
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Varela Engineering & Management Task Order No. 2 East Chelan Reservoir Water Improvements Easements and Surveying Services, in an amount not to…
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
[context] MOVER: Councilmember Jon Higgins SECONDER: Councilmember Shane Collins
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Augustin Benegas yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea
ADJOURNMENT
6 yea
Terry Sanders yea · Brad Chitty yea · Jon Higgins yea · Tim Hollingsworth yea · Shane Collins yea · Augustin Benegas yea
Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Open house previews city and county comprehensive plans and transportation elements
The Chelan County Planning Commission is hosting an open house to present and preview updates to the City of Chelan and Chelan County Comprehensive Plans, their transportation elements, and the Stehekin Community Plan. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; this is an informational session for residents.
- City of Chelan Comprehensive Plan overview
- City of Chelan Transportation Element / Safe Streets for All highlight
- Stehekin Community Plan overview
- Chelan County Comprehensive Plan overview
- Chelan County Transportation Element Plan overview
comprehensive-plantransportationplanningopen-housestehekinchelan-county
103 Bighorn Way, CHELAN
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PREVIEW
OPEN HOUSE
April 21, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Lake Chelan Community Center
103 Bighorn Way, Chelan, WA 98816
1. WELCOME
2. CITY OF CHELAN COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OVERVIEW
3. CITY OF CHELAN TRANSPORTATION ELEMET / SAFE STREETS FOR ALL HIGHLIGHT
4. STEHEKIN COMMUNITY PLAN
5. CHELAN COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OVERVIEW
6. CHELAN COUNTY TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT PLAN OVERVIEW
Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 17:15
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Special Parks Board meeting scheduled for May 5 at City Council Workshop
The board will consider approving the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes. It will discuss updates on the Lake Chelan Golf Course and Chelan Gorge Park. New business includes planning a special Parks Board meeting on May 5 and a tour of Lakeside Park.
- Approve March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes
- Lake Chelan Golf Course Spring 2026 report
- Chelan Gorge Park update
- May 5 special Parks Board meeting at City Council Workshop
- Lakeside Park tour
parksrecreationboard-meetingminutesplanning
✓ Decided: Board approved March 19, 2026 minutes unanimously
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted to approve the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes, with three ayes and no nays. No other motions were decided. The board discussed the Chelan Gorge Park lease, upcoming special meeting on May 5, and updates on park projects and the Lake Chelan Golf Course.
- Approved March 19, 2026 board minutes (3 ayes, 0 nays)
619 Manson Hwy, Chelan
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April 16, 2026
5:15 PM
CITY OF CHELAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD AGENDA
Parks and Recreation
Administration Building
Meeting Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA CHANGES
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
4. MINUTES
A. March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes.
Suggestion Motion: I move to approve the March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board Minutes.
5. OLD BUSINESS
A. Lake Chelan Golf Course Spring 2026 Report
B. Chelan Gorge Park
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. May 5th Special Parks Board Meeting at City Council Workshop
B. Lakeside Park Tour
7. PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR AND CITY STAFF COMMENTS
8. BOARD COMMENTS
9. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board Meeting
April 16, 2026
BOARDMEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT
Boardmembers:
Brad Nelson
Linda Reister
Matt Engstrom
Staff Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Cooper
Golf Professional Jim Oscarson
Council Members Present:
Councilmember Brad Chitty
Councilmember Shane Collins
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 5:41pm.
2. AGENDA CHANGES
None.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Items not on the agenda. Time limited per the President.
None.
4. MINUTES
A. March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes.
Suggestion Motion: I move to approve the March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board Minutes.
MOTION: I move to approve the March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board Minutes.
MOVER: Boardmember Mat Engstrom
SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
AYES: Boardmember Brad Nelson, President Linda Reister, Boardmember Mat Engstrom
NAYS: None
RESULT: Passed
5. OLD BUSINESS
A. Lake Chelan Golf Course Spring 2026 Report
Golf Pro Jim Oscarson provided an update on course projects, events, tournaments, and
rounds played since opening day at the Lake Chelan Golf Course.
B. Chelan Gorge Park
The board discussed the lease agreement for Chelan Gorge Park ball fields with the PUD
and the options available to the City to help maintain the fields and funding opportunities
for future development. The board discussed ball field user groups and commun …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the March 19, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes. MOVER: Boardmember Mat Engstrom SECONDER: Boardmember Brad Nelson
3 yea
Brad Nelson yea · President Linda Reister yea · Mat Engstrom yea
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🌐 County-level context (Chelan County)
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Net migration+129 people (+$58.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)12 ({"Fire": 33, "Severe Storm": 7, "Flood": 6, "Biological": 2, · last Tue Apr 7, 2026)
Traffic fatalities7 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,782 (32,779 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,488/mo (625 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.7% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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783
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$135.1M
Spending$130.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$23.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.17×
Debt-load index43 / 100
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