Issues
Potentially Dangerous Propane Tank Storage Proposed Near Public Parks
A Wenatchee company wants to install two 30,000-gallon propane storage tanks near homes and parks in Chelan. Read our press release opposing the location of these tanks.
Support for the Preservation of Chelan Butte
Issued 7/10/2023 A developer from the west side of the state currently holds an option to purchase Chelan Butte properties for development, including creating lots for both residential and tourist
Code Change Could Allow Large STRs in Residential Zones
Chelan County has proposed amendments to its zoning code which, if adopted, would permit very large absentee owner STRs in all residential neighborhoods. We almost didn’t catch this proposal because
A ‘Build It And They Will Come’ Scheme in Chelan
The City of Chelan is proposing to use tax increment financing or “TIF” to build water infrastructure in east Chelan with the goal of enticing new development. Basically, this scheme
Deficient environmental document for proposed Alpenglow project in Leavenworth
On January 24th, the city of Leavenworth released a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) for the proposed Alpenglow project. This project proposal is for a 70-lot subdivision on 28 acres
Protecting the County’s Short Term Rental Code
With the swearing in of new Commissioner Shon Smith, there is growing pressure to weaken the County’s Short-Term Rental (STR) code. This code was adopted after more than two years
Leavenworth and Affordable Housing—A flawed approach?
Like many communities in Chelan County, Leavenworth has been faced with a shortage of affordable housing and with local home seekers competing heavily with short term rentals and a strong
Recreation on the Rivers in Leavenworth
The City of Leavenworth is situated at the confluence of the Icicle and Wenatchee Rivers. It also is heavily reliant on tourism to support both local businesses and city government.
Sustainable Tourism
What is Sustainable Tourism? The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) defines sustainable tourism, as “tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the