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A Douglas County Superior Court judge granted an injunction allowing the Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority to move forward with its Tax Increment Financing (TIF) steps for the Malaga project. The ruling blocks Chelan County from enforcing its regulations that could hinder the Port's development plans. This decision is significant for local economic development efforts.
Chelan County PUD proposed a 2026 budget with a $128 million bottom line, reflecting a more sustainable approach amid falling wholesale power prices. A 3 percent rate increase is planned to keep pace with inflation and service demand growth.
Cascade Medical Foundation received a $2,500 grant to improve its Mobile Integrated Health program, contributing to a $70,590 fundraising goal for a cardiac monitor. This new equipment will enhance in-home post-hospital care for patients, particularly the elderly and those with chronic conditions.
U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier (D-Wash.) held a town hall at Wenatchee Valley College on Oct. 28, discussing issues like the ongoing government shutdown and healthcare. She criticized the lack of bipartisan negotiations and emphasized the urgency of healthcare protections as open enrollment approaches.
Fifty organizations in North Central Washington received $500,000 in grants from Confluence Health and Wenatchee Valley Medical Group to enhance community health. The funding, administered by the Community Health Partnership Fund, targets health improvements and social determinants of health in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties.
Cascade School District Board updated its electronics policy on Oct. 29 to address the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. The new guidelines emphasize ethical AI use, including understanding limitations and ensuring data privacy, reflecting similar initiatives in neighboring districts.
Fisheries biologists and project stakeholders celebrated the completion of the Lower Peshastin Creek restoration on October 30, 2025. The project focused on significant lead remediation and habitat enhancement efforts to improve the local ecosystem. This restoration marks a crucial step in revitalizing the area's natural resources.
Chelan County Fire District 3 (CCFD3) launches a Community Fire Brigade to enhance emergency response capabilities. The district seeks volunteers for various roles, including reserve firefighters and meal support, to better manage the increasing demands of wildfires and other emergencies. An open house event is scheduled for November 5 to provide more information and recruit community members.
Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority rejected Chelan County's $37.5 million proposal to abandon a controversial 3,326-acre Tax Increment Area in Malaga. County commissioners expressed concern about the financial burden on residents and the impact on essential services.
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