East Wenatchee, WA
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Topics found in recent meetings
- Planning & zoning
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Contracts & procurement
- Budget & taxes
- Housing
- Development projects
- Public safety
- Water & utilities
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East WenatcheeWA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $520,790 +2.7% yr/yr · +16.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2001–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (35)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Johnson — Councilmember
- Arnold — Councilmember
- Magdoff — Councilmember
- Hepner — Councilmember
- Stockton — Councilmember
- Botello — Councilmember
- Tidd — Councilmember
- Castellente — Councilmember
- Stimmel — Councilmember
- Harrison — Councilmember
- Crawford — Mayor
- John Sterk — Councilmember
- Sleiman — Councilmember
- Harry Raab — Councilmember
- Charlie Atkinson — Councilmember
- Doug Miller — Councilmember
- Johnson Douglas — Councilmember
- Jose Cuevas — Councilmember
- Linda Herald — Councilmember
- Travis Hornby — Councilmember
- Chaun Birks
- David Hewitt
- Kirsten Larsen
- Ricardo Zepeda
- Robert Siderius
- Russell Lytle
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Chaun Birks — Commissioner
- John Brown — Commissioner
- Kirsten Larsen
- David Hewitt
- Terry Sloan
- Russell Lytle
- Ricardo Zepeda
- Norma Jean Jessup
- Richardo Zepeda
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202525 housing units ($4.6M)
🗳️ Election results (11 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council Position 7 2025-11-04
Matthew.A.Hepner ✓ 1,786 · WRITE-IN 39
City Council Position 4 2025-11-04
Ettore Castellente ✓ 1,912 · WRITE-IN 42
City Council Position 3 2025-11-04
Paul Harrison ✓ 1,756 · Nikki Darling 753 · WRITE-IN 15
Mayor 2023-11-07
Jerrilea Crawford ✓ 1,983 · WRITE-IN 56
City Council Position 6 2023-11-07
CHRISTINE T. JOHNSON ✓ 1,857 · WRITE-IN 24
City Council Position 5 2023-11-07
Shayne L. Magdoff ✓ 1,912 · WRITE-IN 21
City Council Position 2 2023-11-07
Ken Arnold ✓ 1,267 · Harry A. Raab 1,218 · WRITE-IN 7
City Council Position 1 2023-11-07
Mark Botello ✓ 1,856 · WRITE-IN 18
City Council Position 7 2021-11-02
Matthew Hepner ✓ 1,998 · WRITE-IN 37
City Council Position 4 2021-11-02
Sasha Sleiman ✓ 1,660 · Reid Fryhover 809 · WRITE-IN 24
City Council Position 3 2021-11-02
Rob Tidd ✓ 1,959 · WRITE-IN 37
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
City Council
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1. 09-01-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda
Documents:
00. 07-21-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 09-01-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 7-21-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Planning Commission
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The East Wenatchee Planning Commission is a citizen advisory body appointed by the Mayor
to provide advice and recommendations on land use matters. Planning Commission actions are not final decisions;
they are recommendations to the City Council who will make the final decision on land use matters.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations will be provided upon request. If you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact this office at least 3 working days prior to the meeting.
CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
271 9TH STREET NE * EAST WENATCHEE, WA 98802
PHONE (509) 884-5396 * FAX (509) 884-6233
JOINT MEETING OF THE EAST WENATCHEE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
DOUGLAS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 5:30 PM
East Wenatchee City Hall, Council Chambers
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA
To join using Zoom, please use this URL https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81035562054 Individuals
without internet access may participate in the meeting and public hearing by calling +1(253) 205-
0468 Meeting ID: 810 3556 2054.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
A. None
III. CITIZEN COMMENT: The Citizen Comments period is to provide the opportunity for members of
the public to address the planning commission. The Chair will ask if there are any citizens wishing
to address the Commission. When recognized please step up to the microphone, give your name
and mailing address, and …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
City Council
City Council workshop agenda; no specific items listed
This is a procedural workshop agenda with no listed agenda items. The only document is the agenda PDF itself, so there are no decisions or discussions detailed for this meeting.
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1. 08-20-2026 City Council Workshop Agenda
Documents:
00. 08-20-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council
East Wenatchee City Council regular meeting agenda and packet
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on August 18, 2026. The agenda and packet are provided as documents, but no specific items are listed in the text. The meeting appears to be a regular council meeting with no substantive agenda items detailed.
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1. 08-18-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda
Documents:
00. 08-18-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 08-18-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 08-18-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission regular meeting agenda posted
This agenda is procedural boilerplate. It lists only the regular Civil Service Commission meeting date and a link to the agenda PDF, with no substantive items, decisions, or discussions specified.
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1. 08-11-2026 Civil Service Commission Meeting Agenda
Documents:
2026 AUGUST CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
Wed Aug 5, 2026
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board to consider $10,000 grant for Smoke in the Valley BBQ
The East Wenatchee Events Board will discuss and potentially vote on a $10,000 tourism promotion grant request from the Eastmont Metro Parks District for the Smoke in the Valley BBQ Competition. The board will also receive updates on the Pangborn's Festival of Flight and Havana Nights events, and review financial reports.
- Tourism grant request: Eastmont Metro Parks District - $10,000 for Smoke in the Valley BBQ Competition
- Recap of Pangborn's Festival of Flight event held June 20, 2026
- Update on Havana Nights event scheduled for August 8, 2026 at Gateway Park
- Review of 2026 revenue/expense financials for the Events Department
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East Wenatchee Events Department
City: (509) 884-9515 Fax: (509) 884-6233 Website: EastWenatcheeWa.gov
Department: (509) 886-6108 271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the
Events Department at (509) 886-6108 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1).
City of
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board Meeting Agenda
August 5, 2026 at 3:00PM
Location Eastmont Community Center
230 N. Georgia Avenue, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Call to Order & Approval of Agenda
Committee Members & Declaration of Conflicts
☐ Ken Arnold - Chair ☐ Cody Beeson ☐ Barb McCoy ☐ Mat Heinz
☐ Kaylin Ochs ☐ Brent Schmitten ☐ Alejandro Cruz
Guests:
Public Comment
Approval of Minutes
• May 6, 2026 Minutes
• June 8, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
Financials
• Revenue/Expense Update 2026
Events Update
• Pangborn’s Festival of Flight Recap
• Havana Nights
Tourism Promotion Grant Requests & Updates
• Eastmont Metro Parks District - $10,000
o Smoke in the Valley BBQ Competition
WV Chamber of Commerce Update
• Update
Hotelier Updates
Other
• Roundtable
Next Meeting Date
• September 2, 2026
Adjourn
CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
EVENTS DEPARTMENT
(509) 886-6108 | EastWenatcheeWa.gov
271 9th S …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026
City Council
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1. 08-04-2026 City Council Agenda
Documents:
00. 08-04-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 08-04-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 08-04-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Thu Jul 23, 2026
City Council
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1. 7-23-2026 City Council Workshop Agenda
Documents:
00. 07-23-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF
Wed Jul 22, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review draft zoning code and plan chapters
The commission will approve the summary minutes from its June 24, 2026 meeting. It will hold two workshops to examine draft amendments to the zoning and critical area codes, and to review draft chapters of the transportation, utility, capital facility and economic development comprehensive plan. No other business is scheduled.
- Approve summary minutes from the June 24, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
- Workshop – Review draft zoning code and critical area code amendments
- Workshop – Review draft Transportation, Utility, Capital Facility and Economic Development Comprehensive Plan chapters
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The East Wenatchee Planning Commission is a citizen advisory body appointed by the Mayor
to provide advice and recommendations on land use matters. Planning Commission actions are not final decisions;
they are recommendations to the City Council who will make the final decision on land use matters.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations will be provided upon request. If you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact this office at least 3 working days prior to the meeting.
CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
271 9TH STREET NE * EAST WENATCHEE, WA 98802
PHONE (509) 884-5396 * FAX (509) 884-6233
EAST WENATCHEE PLANNING COMMISSION
Chair: David Hewitt - Vice Chair: Chaun Birks
Kirsten Larsen, Terry Sloan, Russell Lytle
AGENDA
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 5:30 PM
East Wenatchee City Hall, Council Chambers
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
A. Consideration of Summary Minutes – June 24, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
Motion to approve the Summary Minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting.
III. CITIZEN COMMENT: The Citizen Comments period is to provide the opportunity for members of
the public to address the planning commission. The Chair will ask if there are any citizens wishing
to address the Commission. When recognized please step up to the microphone, give your name
and mailing address, and state the matter of interest. Citizen comments will be …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
City Council
No agenda items listed in the meeting agenda
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1. 07-21-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda
Documents:
00. 07-21-2026 City Council Agenda
2. 07-21-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 7-21-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
7-21-2026 City Council Agenda
00. 07-21-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
7-21-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
00. 7-21-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA
City of East Wenatchee
Council Meeting Minutes 07-21-2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Arnold led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmember Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison, and
Councilmember Johnson.
Motion by Councilmember Johnson to excuse Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember
Magdoff and Councilmember Hepner from attending the meeting. Councilmember Stimmel
seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
4. COUNCILMEMBER DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No Councilmembers indicated conflicts with any of the items on the agenda.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval Voucher Report, Checks 62870-62927, in the amount of $663,102.14.
b. Approval of the 07-07-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
Motion by Councilmember Stimmel to approve agenda, vouchers, and minutes from
previous meetings as presented. Councilmember Harrison seconded the motion.
Motion passed unanimously.
6. CITIZEN COMMENTS
None.
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor Crawford recognized Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist for his five
years of service with the City of East Wenatchee and thanked him for his leadership.
b. Events Director/PIO Trina Elmes provided the 2nd Quarterly Report of the 2026 year,
highlighting communic …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Civil Service Commission
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1. 07-14-2026 Civil Service Commission Meeting Agenda
Documents:
07-14-2026 CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council
No specific agenda items listed; meeting appears procedural
The July 7, 2026 East Wenatchee City Council agenda only references the agenda PDF and packet documents. No individual items such as rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, or hearings are detailed in the provided text. Therefore, the council will discuss only items not enumerated in this agenda.
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✓ Decided: City Council approves $7,500 contract for pavement management services
The City Council approved a contract with Cyvl, Inc. for pavement data collection and management. The council also approved vouchers totaling $380,754.53 and the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting.
- Approved Resolution 2026-23 for a contract with Cyvl, Inc. not to exceed $7,500.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved vouchers for checks 62800 - 62868 in the amount of $380,754.53 (Unanimous)
- Approved 06-16-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved 06-17-2026 Special Meeting of the Cities of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee Notes (Unanimous)
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1. 07-07-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda
Documents:
00. 07-07-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 07-07-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 07-07-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA
City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 07-07-2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Castellente led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmember Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison,
Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Johnson, and Councilmember Hepner.
Motion by Councilmember Johnson to excuse Councilmember Magdoff from the meeting.
Councilmember Hepner seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
4. COUNCILMEMBER DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No Councilmembers indicated conflicts with any of the items on the agenda.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Vouchers: Date: 07-07-2026 Checks: 62800 - 62868, in the amount of $380,754.53
b. Minutes: 06-16-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
c. 06-17-2026 Special Meeting of the Cities of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee Notes
Motion by Councilmember Hepner to approve the agenda, vouchers, and minutes as presented.
Councilmember Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
6. CITIZEN COMMENTS
• Mayra Gomez of Wenatchee spok e and invited the Mayor and Council to at tend the
Futbol 4 Life event, Sunday, July 19th at Lincoln Park
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. ADA Transition Plan. – Kyle Burtis, Senior Project Engineer, Psomas provided the Council
with an update on the ADA Transition Plan
b …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review draft Comprehensive Plan chapters
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review draft chapters of the Comprehensive Plan regarding Urban Growth, Land Use, Housing, and Open Space/Recreation. The body will also consider the election of officers and the approval of minutes from three previous 2026 meetings.
- Workshop: Review of draft Urban Growth, Land Use, Housing and Open Space/Recreation Comprehensive Plan Chapters
- Election of Officers
- Consideration of Summary Minutes from January 28, March 25, and April 22, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission reviews draft Comprehensive Plan chapters
The Planning Commission held a workshop to review draft documents for the Comprehensive Plan Update, specifically covering Urban Growth, Land Use, Housing, and Open Space/Recreation. No final recommendations were made on these drafts during the meeting.
- Approved Summary Minutes from January 28, March 25, and April 22, 2026 (5-0)
- Decided to retain the current slate of officers until the end of the year
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The East Wenatchee Planning Commission is a citizen advisory body appointed by the Mayor
to provide advice and recommendations on land use matters. Planning Commission actions are not final decisions;
they are recommendations to the City Council who will make the final decision on land use matters.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations will be provided upon request. If you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact this office at least 3 working days prior to the meeting.
CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
271 9TH STREET NE * EAST WENATCHEE, WA 98802
PHONE (509) 884-5396 * FAX (509) 884-6233
EAST WENATCHEE PLANNING COMMISSION
Chair: David Hewitt - Vice Chair: Chaun Birks
Kirsten Larsen, Terry Sloan, Russell Lytle
AGENDA
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - 5:30 PM
East Wenatchee City Hall, Council Chambers
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
A. Consideration of Summary Minutes – January 28, 2026, March 25, 2026 and April 22, 2026
Planning Commission meetings
Motion to approve the Summary Minutes from the January 28, 2026, March 25, 2026
and April 22, 2026 meetings.
B. Election of Officers
III. CITIZEN COMMENT: The Citizen Comments period is to provide the opportunity for members of
the public to address the planning commission. The Chair will ask if there are any citizens wishing
to address the Commission. When recognized please step up to the mic …
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The East Wenatchee Planning Commission is a citizen advisory committee appointed by the Mayor to provide advice and
recommendations on land use matters. Planning Commission actions are not final decisions: they are recommendations to
the City Council who will make the final decision on land use matters.
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CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
271 9th Street NE * East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Phone (509) 884-5396 - Fax (509) 884-6233
EAST WENATCHEE PLANNING COMMISSION
Chair: David Hewitt, Vice-Chair: Chaun Birks,
Kirsten Larsen, Terry Sloan, Russell Lytle
Summary Minutes
This meeting was held in-house.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - 5:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hewitt called the meeting to order at 5:35 pm.
Commissioners in attendance: David Hewitt, Chaun Birks, Kirsten Larsen,
Terry Sloan, and Russell Lytle
Absent: None
Staff present: Curtis Lillquist - Community Development Director, Rylan Dunlap
– Assistant Planner, and Wendy Lane – Permit Technician
II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
Consideration of Summary Minutes – January 28, 2026, March 25, 2026, and April 22,
2026, Planning Commission meetings.
Motion by Commissioner Lytle, second by Commissioner Birks to
approve the Summary Minutes from January 28, 2026, March 25, 2026, and
April 22, 2026, Planning Commission meetings. Vote - unanimous.
Motion carried 5-0.
Election of officers -
It was decided to retain the same slate of officers until the end of the year.
III. CI …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Wenatchee and East Wenatchee discuss shared police chief proposal
The two city councils held a joint special meeting to discuss a proposal for a shared police chief between Wenatchee and East Wenatchee. Wenatchee Mayor Mike Poirier announced his intention to appoint Police Chief Edgar Reinfeld as City Administrator, which would open the police chief position. The councils heard presentations on the logistics, costs, and benefits of a shared chief, with a trial period through the end of 2027 and next steps toward an interlocal agreement. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
- Excused absences of Wenatchee Councilmembers Rojanasthien and Miller (motion carried)
- Excused absences of East Wenatchee Councilmembers Stimmel, Magdoff, and Hepner (motion carried)
- Discussed shared police chief proposal; no vote taken
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1. 06-17-2026 Joint Special Meeting Of The Cities Of East Wenatchee And Wenatchee
Documents:
6-17-2026 JOINT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA.PDF
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6/17/2026
Joint Special Meeting
Page 1
SPECIAL MEETING
JOINT MEETING OF THE CITIES OF WENATCHEE AND EAST WENATCHEE
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
Wenatchee City Hall Council Chambers
301 Yakima Street
Wenatchee, WA 98801
MEETING NOTES
Present: Wenatchee: Mayor Mike Poirier, Councilmember Jose Cuevas, Councilmember Doug Miller (online),
Councilmember Linda Herald, Councilmember Travis Hornby, Councilmember Charlie Atkinson, Councilmember
Mayra Navarro Gomez; East Wenatchee: Mayor Jerrilea Crawford, Councilmember Ken Arnold, Councilmember Paul
Harrison, Councilmember Ettore Castellente, Councilmember Christine Johnson
5:30 PM SPECIAL MEETING
1. Call to Order Joint Meeting, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
Wenatchee Mayor Mike Poirier opened the special meeting for Wenatchee and asked
Councilmember Charlie Atkinson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Poirier then asked
for a motion to excuse the city of Wenatchee Councilmembers who were absent.
Motion by Councilmember Jose Cuevas to excuse the absences of Councilmembers Top
Rojanasthien and Doug Miller. Councilmember Linda Herald seconded the motion. Motion
carried.
It was noted shortly thereafter that Councilmember Doug Miller was participating in the
meeting via Zoon.
East Wenatchee Mayor Jerrilea Crawford called the special meeting to order for East
Wenatchee and asked for roll call from East Wenatchee Councilmembers and a motion to
excuse absent Councilmembers.
Councilmember Christine Johnso …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council
Council meeting agenda lists only procedural items
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1. 06-16-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda
Documents:
00. 06-16-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 06-16-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 06-16-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Civil Service Commission
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1. 06-09-2026 Civil Service Commission Agenda
Documents:
2026 JUNE CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
Mon Jun 8, 2026
East Wenatchee Events Board
Events Board to consider $15,300 grant for Cal Ripken State Tournament
The East Wenatchee Events Board is meeting to discuss a tourism promotion grant request. The board will review a proposal to fund a youth baseball tournament designed to attract visitors to the city.
- Tourism Promotion Grant request from Wenatchee Youth Baseball for $15,300
- Proposed funding for the Cal Ripken State Tournament (July 8-11, 2026)
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East Wenatchee
Events Department
City: (509) 884-9515 Fax: (509) 884-6233
Website: EastWenatcheeWa.gov
Department: (509) 886-6108
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the
Events Department at (509) 886-6108 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1).
City of
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board Meeting Agenda
June 8, 2026 at 3:00PM
Location
City of East Wenatchee Council Chambers
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Call to Order & Approval of Agenda
Committee Members & Declaration of Conflicts
☐ Ken Arnold - Chair
☐ Cody Beeson
☐ Barb McCoy
☐ Mat Heinz
☐ Kaylin Ochs
☐ Brent Schmitten
☐ Alejandro Cruz
Guests:
Public Comment
Tourism Promotion Grant Request
•
Wenatchee Youth Baseball - $15,300
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Cal Ripken State Tournament
Next Meeting Date
•
July 1, 2026
Adjourn
Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue
2023
2024
2025
2026
Beginning Fund Balance
$471,743.11
$542,928.07
$574,696.10
$459,840.68
January
$27,443.88
-8.5%
Budgeted Income
$300,500.00
$350,000.00
$450,000.00
$450,000.00
February
$34,626.21
0.1%
Income to Date
$440,627.96
$490,207.55
$478,294.58
$119,935.82
March
$27,779.10
-34.5%
Beginning Balance & Income Budgeted
$772,243.11
$892,928.07
$1, …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
East Wenatchee Events Board
Events Board to consider $15,300 grant for Cal Ripken State Tournament
The East Wenatchee Events Board will review a tourism promotion grant request from Wenatchee Youth Baseball for $15,300 to host the Cal Ripken State Tournament. The board will also receive an update on the upcoming Pangborn's Festival of Flight on June 20 and a post-event report from the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce. Financial reports for 2026 and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Consideration of $15,300 tourism grant for Wenatchee Youth Baseball's Cal Ripken State Tournament (July 8–11)
- Update on Pangborn's Festival of Flight scheduled for June 20, 9am–2pm at Pangborn Memorial Airport
- Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review of 2026 revenue/expense financial update
- Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce 2025 post-event report
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East Wenatchee
Events Department
City: (509) 884-9515 Fax: (509) 884-6233
Website: EastWenatcheeWa.gov
Department: (509) 886-6108
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the
Events Department at (509) 886-6108 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1).
City of
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board Meeting Agenda
June 3, 2026 at 3:00PM
Location
Eastmont Community Center
230 N. Georgia Avenue, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Call to Order & Approval of Agenda
Committee Members & Declaration of Conflicts
☐ Ken Arnold - Chair
☐ Cody Beeson
☐ Barb McCoy
☐ Mat Heinz
☐ Kaylin Ochs
☐ Brent Schmitten
☐ Alejandro Cruz
Guests:
Public Comment
Approval of Minutes
•
May 6, 2026 Minutes
Financials
•
Revenue/Expense Update 2026
Events Update
•
Pangborn’s Festival of Flight, June 20, 9-2pm
Tourism Promotion Grant Requests & Updates
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Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce – 2025 Post Event Report
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Wenatchee Youth Baseball - $15,300
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Cal Ripken State Tournament
WV Chamber of Commerce Update
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Update
Hotelier Updates
Other
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Roundtable
Next Meeting Date
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July 1, 2026
Adjourn
CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
EVENTS DEPARTMENT
(509) 886-6108 | EastW …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda, no substantive decisions
The East Wenatchee City Council met on June 2, 2026, and approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included grant agreements, a services agreement amendment, and approval of prior meeting minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and adjourned at 6:12 p.m.
- Approved consent agenda including grant agreement, services amendment, and prior minutes (unanimous)
- Excused Councilmembers Stimmel and Magdoff from meeting (unanimous)
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1. 06-02-2026 City Council Agenda
Documents:
00. 06-02-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 06-02-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 06-02-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 02, 2026
Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA
City of East Wenatchee
Council Meeting Minutes 06-02-2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Castellente,
Councilmember Johnson and Councilmember Hepner (Zoom).
Motion by Councilmember Johnson to excuse Councilmember Stimmel and Councilmember
Magdoff from the meeting. Councilmember Harrison seconded the motion. Motion passed
unanimously.
4. COUNCILMEMBER DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No Councilmembers indicated conflicts with any of the items on the agenda.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission; Public Safety Funding Program ESHB
2015 Grant Agreement.
b. 2026-2028 Chelan County PUD Loop Trail Services Agreement – Amendment No. 4.
c. Approval of the 04-21-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
d. Approval of the 04-23-2026 City Council Workshop Minutes.
e. Approval of the 05-05-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
f. Approval of the 05-19-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
g. Approval of the 05-21-2026 Joint Special Meeting of the Cities of East Wenatchee and
Wenatchee Minutes.
Motion by Councilmember Castellente to approve agenda, agreements, vouchers, and minutes
from previous m …
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Thu May 21, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Joint council workshop on homelessness; no action taken
The East Wenatchee and Wenatchee city councils held a joint workshop to review homelessness program updates, including cleanup efforts, outreach, shelter system performance, and housing element requirements. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only.
- No action taken on homelessness plan updates
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1. 05-21-2026 Special Meeting: Joint Meeting Of The Cities Of East Wenatchee And
Wenatchee Agenda
Documents:
00. 05-21-2026 JOINT MEETING AGENDA_.PDF
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MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING: JOINT MEETING OF THE CITIES OF EAST WENATCHEE AND WENATCHEE
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Wenatchee City Hall Council Chambers, 301 Yakima Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801
05-21-2026 Special Meeting: Joint Meeting of the Cities of East Wenatchee and Wenatchee Minutes
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SPECIAL MEETING
1.
CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE OF ALLIEGIANCE, AND ROLL CALL.
Mayor Crawford called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Crawford led the Pledge of Allegiance.
East Wenatchee:
Mayor Jerrilea Crawford, Councilmember Ken Arnold, Councilmember Paul Harrison,
Councilmember Ettore Castellente, Councilmember Christine Johnson, and Councilmember
Matthew Hepner.
Wenatchee:
Mayor Mike Poirier, Councilmember Jose Cuevas, Councilmember Linda Herald, Councilmember
Travis Hornby, and Councilmember Charlie Atkinson.
2.
HOMELESSNESS PLAN WORKSHOP
Staff provided an update on the homeless program. City of Wenatchee Parks, Recreation & Cultural
Services Director David Erickson, highlighted 2020-2026 cleanup efforts, policies adopted and
implemented, and comparisons/indicators year-over-year showing improvements in trash cleanup,
expenses, and calls for service. Homeless Response Administrator Josh Mathena presented
information on outreach efforts, the local shelter system, monitoring and performance review; City
of Wenatchee Community Development Director Glen DeVries reviewed the program from 2021 to
current, covering changes to the program, budgeting goals, current service provider co …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Civil Service Commission
✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approved oral board results and combined lists
The commission approved the results of the May 18, 2026 lateral and entry‑level oral board. It also approved a combined list of results from the May 4 and May 18 oral boards. Both motions passed unanimously with a 2‑0 vote.
- Approved May 18 oral board results (2-0)
- Approved combined May 4 & May 18 oral board lists (2-0)
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1. 05-19-2026 Civil Service Commission Special Meeting Agenda
Documents:
2026 MAY 19 CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
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East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
East Wenatchee City Hall
271 9" Street NE
East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Minutes
Staff in attendance:
Jerry Anderson, Commissioner
Andrea Hanson, Commissioner Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner
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5:30 p.m. meeting — Regular meeting
Call to Order.
Consent Agenda Items;
1. Review and approve results from lateral and entry level oral board on May 18,
2026. Commissioner Hanson motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson Motion carried (2-0)
2. Review and approval of combining results from May 04** and May 18" lateral and
entry level oral boards. Motion to approve and certify combined lists. Motion by
Commissioner Hanson, seconded by Commissioner Anderson.
Motion carried (2-0)
Adjournment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:36 p.m.
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Tue May 19, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Council approves intent to annex 3rd and Highline area
The council unanimously approved Resolution 2026-17, establishing intent to annex the 3rd and Highline Annexation Area, following a public hearing with no comments. It also approved three lodging tax funding agreements, each up to $10,000, for the Wenatchee 200, Fourth of July event, and Apple Cup Tournament. Consent agenda items, including the State Auditor's report and vouchers, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution 2026-17, intent to annex 3rd and Highline (unanimous)
- Authorized up to $10,000 for Wenatchee Valley Super Oval (unanimous)
- Authorized up to $10,000 for Elevated Marketing Fourth of July event (unanimous)
- Authorized up to $10,000 for Wenatchee FC Youth Apple Cup Tournament (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda: State Auditor's report, vouchers, payroll certifications, minutes (unanimous)
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1. 05-19-2026 City Council Agenda
Documents:
00. 05-19-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 05-19-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 05-19-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA
City of East Wenatchee
Council Meeting Minutes 05-19-2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Hepner led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmember Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison,
Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Johnson, and Councilmember Hepner.
Motion by Councilmember Johnson to excuse Councilmember Magdoff from the meeting.
Councilmember Hepner seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
4. COUNCILMEMBER DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No councilmembers indicated conflicts with any of the items on the agenda.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of 2025 State Auditor’s Office Annual Report.
b. Approval of Voucher Report, Checks: 62663-62668, in the amount of $15,634.51.
c. Approval of the March 2026 Payroll Certification.
d. Approval of the April 2026 Payroll Certification.
e. Approval of the 04-07-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.
Motion by Councilmember Castellente to approve the State Auditor’s Report,
vouchers, payroll certifications and minutes as presented. Councilmember Arnold
seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
6. CITIZEN COMMENTS
•
Jeremy Anders, non-resident of the City of East Wenatchee.
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. Councilmember Castellente read the 2026 Memorial Da …
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Wed May 6, 2026
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board tables $22,000 grant for 4th of July event and two other grant requests
The East Wenatchee Events Board reviewed and then tabled three tourism promotion grant applications: $15,000 for the Wenatchee FC Youth Apple Cup soccer tournament, $10,000 for the Wenatchee Valley Super Oval Wenatchee 200 event, and $22,000 for Elevated Marketing & Events' 4th of July celebration. The meeting also included a revenue and expense financial update, an event update on the upcoming Pangborn’s Festival of Flight on June 20, and routine agenda items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Tabled Wenatchee FC Youth grant request of $15,000 for Apple Cup soccer tournament (July 31–Aug 2, 2026)
- Tabled Wenatchee Valley Super Oval grant request of $10,000 for Wenatchee 200 (May 27–30, 2026)
- Tabled Elevated Marketing & Events grant request of $22,000 for 4th of July celebration (July 3–4, 2026)
- Revenue/Expense financial update for 2026 presented
- Event update: Pangborn’s Festival of Flight scheduled for June 20, 2026, 9 am–2 pm
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East Wenatchee
Events Department
City: (509) 884-9515 Fax: (509) 884-6233
Website: EastWenatcheeWa.gov
Department: (509) 886-6108
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the
Events Department at (509) 886-6108 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1).
City of
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board Meeting Agenda
May 6, 2026 at 3:00PM
Location
Eastmont Community Center
230 N. Georgia Avenue, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Call to Order & Approval of Agenda
Committee Members & Declaration of Conflicts
☐ Ken Arnold - Chair
☐ Cody Beeson
☐ Barb McCoy
☐ Mat Heinz
☐ Kaylin Ochs
☐ Brent Schmitten
☐ Alejandro Cruz
Guests:
Public Comment
Approval of Minutes
•
April 1, 2026 Minutes
Financials
•
Revenue/Expense Update 2026
Events Update
•
Pangborn’s Festival of Flight, June 20, 9-2pm
Tourism Promotion Grant Requests & Updates
•
Spirit of Wenatchee – Post Event Report
•
WV Sports Foundation – Post Event Report
Tabled Items
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Wenatche FC Youth - $15,000
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Apple Cup Soccer Tournament
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Wenatchee Valley’s Super Oval - $10,000
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Wenatchee 200
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Elevated Marketing & Events - $22,000
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4th of July Celebration
WV Chamber of Commerce Update
•
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Tue May 5, 2026
City Council
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1. 05-05-2026 City Council Agenda
Documents:
00. 05-05-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 05-05-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 05-05-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Tue May 5, 2026
Civil Service Commission
✓ Decided: Commission approved minutes, oral board results and added board, set special meeting
The Civil Service Commission approved the April 14 meeting minutes and the results of the May 4 lateral and entry‑level oral board, each with a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners also approved holding additional lateral and entry‑level oral boards on May 18, again by a 3‑0 vote. The commission scheduled a special meeting for May 19 to review, approve and certify the testing results from the May 18 boards.
- Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved results from lateral and entry‑level oral board on May 4, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved additional lateral and entry‑level oral boards on May 18, 2026 (3-0)
- Set special civil service meeting for May 19, 2026 to review and certify testing results
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Documents:
05-05-2026 CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
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East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission
Tuesday, May 05, 2026
East Wenatchee City Hall
271 9 Street NE
East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Minutes
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Staff in attendance:
Jenny Rayson, Commissioner
Jerry Anderson, Commissioner
Andrea Hanson, Commissioner Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner
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5:30 p.m. meeting — Regular meeting
Call to Order.
Consent Agenda Items;
1. Review of minutes from the April 14, 2026 meeting, Commissioner Hanson
motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner Anderson Motion carried (3-0)
2. Review and approve results from lateral and entry level oral board on May 04,
2026. Commissioner Hanson motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson Motion carried (3-0)
3. Motion to approve an additional Lateral and Entry level oral boards on May 18,
2026. Motion by Commissioner Anderson , seconded by Commissioner Hanson.
Motion carried (3-0)
** Set a special civil service meeting on May 19, 2026 to review, approve and certify the
results on the testing from May 18, 2026 and the combination of both lists.
Adjournment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:35 p.m.
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Jenny Rayson, Commission Chair
Attest:
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Tarhmy Hansoy, Examiner/Secretary
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at (509) 886-6103 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements …
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Thu Apr 23, 2026
City Council
City Council workshop agenda documents to be reviewed
The council will hold a workshop and review the agenda PDF and packet. No specific items, decisions, or proposals are listed in the agenda.
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04-23-2026 City Council Workshop Agenda
00. 04-23-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF
04-23-2026 City Council Workshop Agenda Packet
00. 04-23-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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Wed Apr 22, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to workshop comprehensive plan policy review
The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will consider approving meeting minutes from January and March 2026, hold elections for officers, and conduct a workshop to review and discuss proposed amendments to Chapters 6 (Capital Facilities), 7 (Utilities), 9 (Critical Areas), and 10 (Economic Development) of the city's comprehensive plan. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council; no final decisions are made at this meeting.
- Workshop on comprehensive plan policy review with proposed amendments to Chapters 6, 7, 9, and 10
- Consideration of summary minutes from January 28, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
- Consideration of summary minutes from March 25, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
- Election of officers (Chair and Vice Chair) for the commission
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✓ Decided: No decisions made; quorum not met and items were discussed only
The commission could not vote because a quorum was not present, so no formal actions were taken. Election of officers was postponed to the next month due to commissioner absences. A workshop reviewed potential line changes to the Comprehensive Plan, but no decisions were recorded.
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The East Wenatchee Planning Commission is a citizen advisory body appointed by the Mayor
to provide advice and recommendations on land use matters. Planning Commission actions are not final decisions;
they are recommendations to the City Council who will make the final decision on land use matters.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations will be provided upon request. If you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact this office at least 3 working days prior to the meeting.
CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
271 9TH STREET NE * EAST WENATCHEE, WA 98802
PHONE (509) 884-5396 * FAX (509) 884-6233
EAST WENATCHEE PLANNING COMMISSION
Chair: David Hewitt - Vice Chair: Chaun Birks
Kirsten Larsen, Terry Sloan, Ricardo Zepeda, Russell Lytle
AGENDA
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - 5:30 PM
East Wenatchee City Hall, Council Chambers
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
A. Consideration of Summary Minutes – January 28, 2026, Planning Commission meeting
Motion to approve the Summary Minutes from the January 28, 2026, meeting.
B. Consideration of Summary Minutes – March 25, 2026, Planning Commission meeting
Motion to approve the Summary Minutes from the March 25, 2026, meeting.
C. Election of Officers
III. CITIZEN COMMENT: The Citizen Comments period is to provide the opportunity for members of
the public to address the planning commission. The Chair will ask …
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The East Wenatchee Planning Commission is a citizen advisory committee appointed by the Mayor to provide advice and
recommendations on land use matters. Planning Commission actions are not final decisions: they are recommendations to
the City Council who will make the final decision on land use matters.
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CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
271 9th Street NE * East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Phone (509) 884-5396 - Fax (509) 884-6233
EAST WENATCHEE PLANNING COMMISSION
Chair: David Hewitt, Vice-Chair: Chaun Birks,
Kirsten Larsen, Terry Sloan, Russell Lytle
Summary Minutes
This meeting was held in-house.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - 5:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hewitt called the meeting to order at 5:33 pm.
Commissioners in attendance: David Hewitt, Terry Sloan, and Russell Lytle
Absent: Chaun Birks and Kirsten Larsen
Staff present: Curtis Lillquist - Community Development Director, and Wendy
Lane – Permit Technician
II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
Consideration of Summary Minutes – January 28, 2026, and March 25, 2026, Planning
Commission meetings.
Vote could not take place because the quorum was not met.
Election of officers -
Postponed until next month due to Commissioner absence.
III. CITIZEN COMMENT
None
IV. OLD BUSINESS
None
V. NEW BUSINESS
Workshop – Comprehensive plan policy review
Community Development Director, Curtis Lillquist, presented the workshop. He
reviewed potential line changes to the Comprehensi …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
City Council
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1. 04-21-2026 City Council Agenda
Documents:
00. 04-21-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 04-21-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 04-21-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Tue Apr 14, 2026
Civil Service Commission
✓ Decided: Approved March minutes review and May 4 oral board schedule
The Civil Service Commission approved the review of the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes with a 2‑0 vote. The commission also approved holding lateral and entry‑level oral boards on May 4, 2026, also by a 2‑0 vote. No other business was taken.
- Approved review of March 10, 2026 minutes (2-0)
- Approved lateral and entry‑level oral boards for May 4, 2026 (2-0)
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1. 04-14-2026 Civil Service Commission Agenda
Documents:
2026 APRIL CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
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East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
East Wenatchee City Hall
271 9 Street NE
East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Minutes
Staff in attendance:
Jenny Rayson, Commissioner
Jerry Anderson, Commissioner
Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner
5:30 p.m. meeting — Regular meeting
Call to Order.
Consent Agenda Items;
1. Review of minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting, Commissioner Anderson
motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner Rayson Motion carried
(2-0)
2. Motion to approve Lateral and Entry level oral boards on May 4, 2026. Motion by
Commissioner Rayson, seconded by Commissioner Anderson.
Motion carried (2-0)
Adjournment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
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Jenny fayson, Commission Chair
Attest:
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Tat mmy Patterson- Hanson, Examiner/Secretary
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at (509) 886-6103 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure
accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1.)
Civil Service Commission Meeting Page 1 of 1
Tue Apr 7, 2026
City Council
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1. 04-07-2026 City Council Agenda
Documents:
00. 04-07-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF
2. 04-07-2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Documents:
00. 04-07-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
Wed Apr 1, 2026
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board will consider $22,000 grant for the 4th of July Celebration
The East Wenatchee Events Board will review and vote on tourism promotion grant requests, including $15,000 for the Wenatche FC Youth Apple Cup soccer tournament, $10,000 for the Wenatchee Valley Super Oval Wenatche 200, and $22,000 for the 4th of July Celebration. The board will also receive updates on recent events such as the Motors & Rotors outdoor movie at Pangborn Memorial Airport and post‑event reports for the Eastmont Winter Classic and the Wenatchee Amateur Hockey Association Apple Cup. Financial revenue and expense updates for 2026 will be presented.
- Grant request: Wenatche FC Youth – $15,000 for Apple Cup Soccer Tournament
- Grant request: Wenatchee Valley’s Super Oval – $10,000 for Wenatche 200
- Grant request: Elevated Marketing & Events – $22,000 for 4th of July Celebration
- Motors & Rotors outdoor movie on April 3 at Pangborn Memorial Airport (gates 6 pm, movie 8 pm)
- Post‑event reports: Eastmont Parks & Recreation Winter Classic and Wenatchee Amateur Hockey Association Apple Cup
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East Wenatchee
Events Department
City: (509) 884-9515 Fax: (509) 884-6233
Website: EastWenatcheeWa.gov
Department: (509) 886-6108
271 9th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the
Events Department at (509) 886-6108 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1).
City of
East Wenatchee Events Board
Board Meeting Agenda
April 1, 2026 at 3:00PM
Location
Eastmont Community Center
230 N. Georgia Avenue, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Call to Order & Approval of Agenda
Committee Members & Declaration of Conflicts
☐ Ken Arnold - Chair
☐ Cody Beeson
☐ Barb McCoy
☐ Mat Heinz
☐ Kaylin Ochs
☐ Brent Schmitten
☐ Alejandro Cruz
Guests:
Public Comment
Approval of Minutes
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February 4, 2026 Minutes
Financials
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Revenue/Expense Update 2026
Events Update
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Events Assistant introduction
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Motors & Rotors Movie on the Tarmac - April 3, gates open at 6pm, movie starts at 8pm
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Planning for Classy Chassis & Pangborn’s Festival of Flight is underway.
Tourism Promotion Grant Requests & Updates
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Eastmont Parks & Recreation Winter Classic – Post Event Report
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Wenatchee Amateur Hockey Association Apple Cup – Post Event Report
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Wenatche FC Youth - $15,000
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 48 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $18.7M | PIPKIN INC. Department of the Interior · KACHESS DAM MODIFICATION PHASE 3 YAKIMA PROJECT, WASHINGTON, BUREAU OF |
| $16.8M | PIPKIN INC. Department of the Interior · LEAVENWORTH NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY SURFACE WATER INTAKE FISH SCREEN AN |
| $6.7M | KRCI LLC Department of Transportation · THE PROJECT INCLUDES CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE SPAN, 125-FOOT LONG PREC |
| $3.7M | PIPKIN INC. Department of Agriculture · GAOA SELKIRKS TO SURF TRANSPORTATION PACKAGE 2 |
| $3.1M | PIPKIN INC. Department of the Interior · WA-LEAVENWORTH NFH-PIPELINE REPAIR |
| $3.1M | KRCI LLC Department of Defense · ALL WORK TO INSTALL NEW DEBRIS BOOM |
| $2.8M | PIPKIN INC. Department of Agriculture · DISASTER RELIEF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR UPGRADING TWO CULVERT CROSSI |
| $2.1M | PIPKIN INC. Department of Agriculture · SALMON MEADOWS ROAD REHABILITATION |
| $1.8M | PIPKIN INC. Department of Transportation · FUNDS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT WA USFS OKWEN 617 76(1), ICICLE CREEK ROCKF |
| $1.6M | PIPKIN INC. Department of Agriculture · GAOA SELKIRKS TO SURF TRANSPORTATION PACKAGE 1 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Douglas County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2022)
Business establishments854 (8,674 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,488/mo (107 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy27.3% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.