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Thu Jul 23, 2026

City Council

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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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 21, 2026

City Council

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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 1. Documents: 2. Documents:
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Civil Service Commission

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Tue Jul 7, 2026

City Council

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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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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
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026

City Council

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

City Council

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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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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.

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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 o 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 $1,024,696.10 $909,840.6 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 3, 2026

East Wenatchee Events Board

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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 • Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce – 2025 Post Event Report • Wenatchee Youth Baseball - $15,300 o Cal Ripken State Tournament WV Chamber of Commerce Update • Update Hotelier Updates Other • Roundtable Next Meeting Date • July 1, 2026 Adjourn CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE EVENTS DEPARTMENT (509) 886-6108 | EastWenatcheeWa.gov 271 9th St. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 2, 2026

City Council

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Thu May 21, 2026

City Council

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Tue May 19, 2026

City Council

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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.

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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 SS ee a a ae a a 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. 4h a heel Z “enmiy | Rayson, Commission Chair Attest: Shun Tammy Hansop, Examiner/Secretary in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk 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
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.

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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 • Wenatche FC Youth - $15,000 o Apple Cup Soccer Tournament • Wenatchee Valley’s Super Oval - $10,000 o Wenatchee 200 • Elevated Marketing & Events - $22,000 o 4 th of July Celebration WV Chamber of Commerce Update • Update Hotelier Updates [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 EZ rr, eee Staff in attendance: Jenny Rayson, Commissioner Jerry Anderson, Commissioner Andrea Hanson, Commissioner Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner eee 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. Ate Jenny Rayson, Commission Chair Attest: None | Tarhmy Hansoy, Examiner/Secretary in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (509) 886-6103 (TTY 711). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

City Council

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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 1. Documents: 2. Documents:
Wed Apr 22, 2026

Planning Commission

✓ 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 i [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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. Page | 1 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

City Council

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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.

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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. D™Wouur Ly Ifa Jenny fayson, Commission Chair Attest: Shawls tix Hansors Tat mmy Patterson- Hanson, Examiner/Secretary in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk 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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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.

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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 • February 4, 2026 Minutes Financials • Revenue/Expense Update 2026 Events Update • Events Assistant introduction • Motors & Rotors Movie on the Tarmac - April 3, gates open at 6pm, movie starts at 8pm • Planning for Classy Chassis & Pangborn’s Festival of Flight is underway. Tourism Promotion Grant Requests & Updates • Eastmont Parks & Recreation Winter Classic – Post Event Report • Wenatchee Amateur Hockey Association Apple Cup – Post Event Report • Wenatche FC Youth - $15,000 o Apple Cup Soccer Tournament • Wenat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 31, 2026

City Council

East Wenatchee City Council holds special meeting

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✓ Decided: Council discussed urban growth boundary expansion, highlighting option 3 as preferred

The East Wenatchee City Council held a special meeting to review four potential urban growth boundary expansion options. Staff presented the options and requested guidance on a preferred choice. Officials debated the options and identified option 3 as the strongest proposition. No formal decision, vote, or resolution was recorded.

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 03-31-2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Straub led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Johnson, and Councilmember Harrison. Douglas County Commissioner Sutton, Douglas County Commissioner Straub, and Douglas County Commissioner Agnew. 4. OVERVIEW OF URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY EXPANSION OPTIONS Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist outlined four protentional expansion options and requested guidance (from both City Council and the Douglas County Commissioners) identifying a preferred option to be able to move forward. 5. PUBLIC COMMENT • Pete Fraley, P&F Holdings LLC. • Kyle Steinburg, KTS Development. Councilmember Hepner joined at 6:00 p.m. • Darrell Winans, Douglas County Sewer 6. JOINT DISCUSSION A discussion took place debating the four options for expansion and elected officials singled out option 3, (Please see Exhibit A,) as the strongest proposition. 7. ADJOURNMENT With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 07:37 p.m. Jerrilea Crawford, Mayor Attest: Anna Laura Leon, City Clerk Jerrilea Crawford (May 7, 2026 17:11:33 PDT) Jerrilea Crawford Options #3 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 25, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning commission to review comprehensive plan policies

The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review proposed amendments to the city's comprehensive plan policies. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and the election of officers.

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✓ Decided: No decisions made; quorum not met

The Planning Commission failed to meet quorum, so no votes were taken on any agenda items. The election of officers was postponed to the next month due to commissioner absences. No other business was decided.

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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, March 25, 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. 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 microphone, give your name and mailing address, and state [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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. Page | 1 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, and Russell Lytle Summary Minutes This meeting was held in-house. Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Hewitt called the meeting to order at 5:38 pm. Commissioners in attendance: David Hewitt, Chaun Birks, and Kirsten Larsen Absent: Terry Sloan, Ricardo Zepeda, and Russell Lytle 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, Planning Commission meeting. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026

City Council

City Council workshop agenda with no specific agenda items

The March 19, 2026 East Wenatchee City Council meeting consists only of a workshop agenda and accompanying packet. No specific resolutions, contracts, or hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: Council took no action on transportation or growth proposals

The council heard a presentation on the Transportation Element update for the Comprehensive Plan, which will guide planning through 2046. They also reviewed four Urban Growth Area expansion options and discussed preferences. No actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

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1. 03-19-2026 Council Workshop Agenda Documents: 00. 03-19-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF 2. 03-19-2026 Council Workshop Agenda Packet Documents: 00. 03-19-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP SESSION Thursday, March 19, 2026 City Hall Council Chambers, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA 03-19-2026 Council Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 1 Present: Councilmember Shayne Magdoff (Zoom), Councilmember Ken Arnold, Councilmember Christine Johnson, Councilmember Matthew Hepner, and Councilmember Ettore Castellente. WORKSHOP SESSION Councilmember Arnold called the East Wenatchee City Council Workshop to order at 5:30 p.m. 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Project Manager Daniel Hendricks from TranspoGroup presented the Council with an overview of the Transportation Element update that will guide East Wenatchee’s transportation planning through 2046 and align with the Comprehensive Plan and Growth Management Act requirements. The process includes evaluating current conditions, forecasting future needs, engaging the community, and developing a prioritized list of multi- modal projects supported by sustainable funding strategies. A series of workshops and outreach efforts will continue throughout 2026, with a draft plan expected by June and final adoption scheduled for December. No action was taken by the Council. 2. URBAN GROWTH BOUDARY OPTIONS Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist presented the Urban Growth Area (UGA) Expansion Options report in preparation for the March 31st Joint City/County Special Meeting. The presentation outlined four protentional expansion optio [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council excused absent member and approved $344,007.12 voucher report

The council unanimously excused Councilmember Magdoff from attending the meeting. It also unanimously approved the voucher report (items 65042‑65101) totaling $344,007.12. The minutes for the February 19 workshop and the March 3 meeting were likewise approved. No other actions were taken.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 03-17-2026 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 (Zoom), Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Johnson and Councilmember Hepner. Councilmember Johnson moved to excuse Councilmember Magdoff from attending 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 Voucher Report, 65042-65101, in the amount of $344,007.12. b. Approval of the 02-19-2026 Council Workshop Minutes. c. Approval of the 03-03-2026 Council Meeting Minutes. Motion by Councilmember Harrison to approve agenda, vouchers and minutes as presented. Councilmember Arnold seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 6. CITIZEN COMMENTS Nathan Scott, resident of East Wenatchee. 7. PRESENTATIONS a. In the absence of Pinnacles Prep representation Mayor Crawford announced the school wanted to invite both the Council and community to a history making community event, attempting to break the world record for the largest Lot [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes

The commission voted 2-0 to approve the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026 to review the East Wenatchee Police Department organizational chart. The meeting was adjourned at 5:41 p.m.

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East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission Tuesday, March 10, 2026 East Wenatchee City Hall 271 9" Street NE East Wenatchee, WA 98802 Minutes rr Staff in attendance: Jenny Rayson, Commissioner Andrea Hanson, Commissioner Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner ia a 5:33 p.m. meeting — Regular meeting Call to Order. Consent Agenda Items; 1. Review of minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting, Commissioner Hanson motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner Rayson Motion carried (2-0) 2. Review of East Wenatchee Police Department organizational chart. The next scheduled meeting will be April 14, 2026 Adjournment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:41 p.m. AWA Kay QU. Jenny Rayson, C Commission Chair Attest: Ynunal tp tle Tammy Pattersp 'spn- Hanson, Examiner/Secretary In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk 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 Mar 3, 2026

City Council

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Thu Feb 19, 2026

City Council

No substantive agenda items; meeting appears procedural

The February 19, 2026 East Wenatchee City Council workshop agenda lists only PDF documents and contains no specific agenda items. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed. Therefore the meeting is likely limited to procedural matters.

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✓ Decided: Council took no action on banner policy or housing proposals

The East Wenatchee City Council held a workshop on February 19, 2026. Council members discussed a draft banner display policy, a recap of the January 15 urban growth meeting, and options for additional housing types in the Residential Low Density district. No action was taken on any of these items.

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02-19-2026 City Council Workshop Agenda 00. 02-19-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA.PDF 02-19-2026 City Council Workshop Agenda Packet 00. 02-19-2026 COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA PACKET.PDF 1. Documents: 2. Documents:
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP SESSION Thursday, February 19, 2026 City Hall Council Chambers, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA 02-19-2026 Council Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 1 Present: Councilmember Shayne Magdoff (Zoom), Councilmember Ken Arnold , Councilmember Christine Johnson, Councilmember Paul Harrison, Councilmember Ettore Castellente, and Councilmember Taylor Stimmel. WORKSHOP SESSION Councilmember Arnold called the East Wenatchee City Council Workshop to order at 5:32 p.m. 1. BANNER POLICY REVISIONS Mayor Crawford presented a draft version of the revised Banner Display Policy. Discussion took place regarding the city’s ability to accept monetary donations from organizations/residents, display schedules, and inquiries regarding the financial difference between a flag vs. a banner. Comments were provided by all Councilmembers present. No action was taken by the Council. 2. RECAP OF URBAN GROWTH MEETING (1/15/2026) Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist provided a recap of the Special Meeting that took place on January 15, 2026, and encouraged the Council to ask any additional questions as needed. No action was taken by the Council. 3. HOUSING TYPES PRESENTATION Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist guided a discussion with the Council to review options to allow additional housing types in the Residential Low Density (R -L) District Zones. The options ranged from maintaining the current regulations to allowing up to fo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved multiple event funding agreements and utility work contracts

The council approved the routine voucher report and prior meeting minutes. It authorized Mayor Crawford to sign a Stay of Litigation Agreement with the Upper Columbia Irrigation District for the 5th Street NE Improvements Project. The council also approved three lodging‑tax funded event agreements totaling $32,000 and an interlocal utility work agreement with the East Wenatchee Water District. All motions passed unanimously.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 02-17-2026 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 Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Johnson and Councilmember Hepner (Zoom). 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: 64944 - 64987, in the amount of $298,708.72. b. Approval of 02-03-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion by Councilmember Johnson to approve agreements, vouchers, and minutes as presented. Councilmember Arnold seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 6. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. 7. EXECUTIVE SESSION RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). Executive Session to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency potential litigation to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the discussion is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). Motion by Councilmember Castellente to meet in executive session for a time pe [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved prior minutes and certified sergeant exam results

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting with a 2‑0 vote. They noted Assistant Chief Hampton's resignation effective January 25, 2026. The commission certified the results of the sergeant promotional exam after a 2‑0 vote. The next meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2026.

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East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission Tuesday, February 10, 2026 East Wenatchee City Hall 271 9" Street NE East Wenatchee, WA 98802 Minutes OO Ee Staff in attendance: Jenny Rayson, Commissioner Andrea Hanson, Commissioner Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner a eS SS ee a ee a a 5:30 p.m. meeting — Regular meeting Call to Order. Consent Agenda Items; 1. Review of minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting, Commissioner Hanson motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner Rayson Motion carried (2-0) 2. Review of East Wenatchee Police Department organizational chart. Assistant Chief Hampton resigned effective 01-25-2026 3. Review and approval of test results for Sergeant promotional exam conducted by Public Safety Testing (PST) Motion to certify the results by Commissioner Rayson, seconded by Commissioner Hanson. Motion carried (2-0) The next scheduled meeting will be March 10, 2026 Adjournment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:37 p.m. Uy ) Jenny Rayson, Commission Chair Attest: nny | Otte Ae— Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Examiner/Secretary in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk 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
Wed Feb 4, 2026

East Wenatchee Events Board

East Wenatchee Events Board to review tourism grant requests

The Events Board will discuss tourism promotion grant requests and provide updates on upcoming local events. The meeting includes financial reviews and updates from the Mayor and the WV Chamber of Commerce.

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✓ Decided: Board approved three event grants totaling $32,000

The board accepted the January 7 minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It approved a $20,000 grant for the Wenatchee Valley Sports Foundation Special Olympics Winter Games (5‑0). It approved a $5,000 grant for the Mission Ridge Ski Education Foundation U14 Super G Series (5‑0). It approved a $7,000 grant for the Eastmont Metropolitan Park District Winter Classic AAU Tournament (4‑0, with Mat Heinz recused).

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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 February 4, 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 • January 7, 2026 Minutes Financials • Revenue/Expense Update 2026 Events Update • Motors & Rotors Movie on the Tarmac - April 3, gates open at 6pm, movie starts at 8pm • Planning for Classy Chassis & Pangborn’s Festival of Flight is underway. Mayor Crawford Update Tourism Promotion Grant Requests & Updates • Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association – Pulled • Wenatchee Valley Sports Foundation - $20,000 o Washington State Special Olympics • Mission Ridge Ski Education Foundation - $21,000 o U14 Super G Ser [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE EVENTS DEPARTMENT (509) 886-6108 | EastWenatcheeWa.gov 271 9th St. NE, East Wenatchee, WA 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). EAST WENATCHEE EVENTS BOARD BOARD MEETING MINUTES February 4, 2026 | 3:00PM Attendees Councilmember Ken Arnold, Cody Beeson, Mat Heinz, Brent Schmitten, Alex Cruz, and Events Director/PIO Trina Elmes. Guests Mayor Crawford, Jason Grover (WVCC), and Charlie Brown (EMPD) Location Eastmont Community Center 230 N. Georgia Ave, East Wenatchee, WA 98802 Roll Call/Introductions Declaration of Conflict of Interest Mat Heinz recused himself in regards to the Eastmont Metropolitan Park District’s grant request. Public Comment None Minutes The January 7, 2026 minutes were reviewed. Mat Heinz motioned to accept the minutes and Alex Cruz seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0). Financials The 2026 financials were reviewed. Event Update Motors & Rotors flyer was presented. It is April 3, gates open at 6 :00pm and the movie starts at 8:00pm at Pangborn Memorial Airport. Mayor Crawford Mayor Crawford gave an update on the City Council’s sentiments for hotel/motel ta [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved legal services contract and multiple vouchers unanimously

The council voted unanimously to excuse Councilmember Magdoff from the meeting. It also approved the 2026 Krake Law PLLC legal services contract, two voucher reports totaling $270,175.13, and the minutes from the January special, regular, and workshop meetings. All consent agenda items passed without opposition.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 03, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 02-03-2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Community Member and Wenatchee Valley Nursing Program Student Evelyn Mejia led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Stimmel (Zoom), Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Magdoff (Zoom), Councilmember Johnson and Councilmember Hepner (Zoom). Councilmember Castellente moved to excuse 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. Approval of the 2026 Krake Law PLLC Contract for Provision of Legal Services (Conflict). b. Approval Voucher Report, Checks: 62663-62668, in the amount of $15,634.51. c. Approval Voucher Report, Checks: 64892-64942, in the amount of $254,540.62. d. Approval of 01-15-2026 Special Meeting Minutes. e. Approval of 01-20-2026 City Council Meeting Minutes. f. Approval of 01-22-2026 City Council Workshop Minutes. Motion by Councilmember Johnson to approve agreements, vouchers, and minutes as presented. Councilmember Stimmel seconded the motion. Motion passed [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 28, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning commission to discuss urban growth area expansion and housing zoning

The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will consider a staff report on the East Wenatchee Urban Growth Area (UGA) expansion and zoning adjustments to address housing gaps. The agenda includes workshops on UGA expansion and increasing housing options in the R-L zone.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved Dec 2025 summary minutes (4‑0 vote)

The East Wenatchee Planning Commission approved the summary minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting by a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; the election of officers was postponed to the next meeting. Workshops on a UGA expansion and on increasing housing options in the R‑L zone were presented, but no decisions were made on those topics.

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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, January 28, 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 – December 17, 2025, Planning Commission meeting Motion to approve the Summary Minutes from the December 17, 2025, meeting. 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 microphone, give your name and mailing address, and s [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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. Page | 1 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, and Russell Lytle Summary Minutes This meeting was held in-house. Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Hewitt called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Commissioners in attendance: David Hewitt, Chaun Birks, Kirsten Larsen, and Russell Lytle Absent: Terry Sloan and Ricardo Zepeda Staff present: Curtis Lillquist - Community Development Director, Rylan Dunlap - Assistant Planner, and Wendy Lane – Permit Technician II. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES Consideration of Summary Minutes – December 17, 2025, Planning Commission meeting. Motion by Commissioner Lytle, second by Commissioner Birks to approve the Summary Minutes from the December 17, 2025, Planning Commission meeting. Vote - unanimous. Motion carried 4-0. Election of officers. Postponed until next month due to Commissioner absence. III. CITIZEN COMMENT None IV. OLD BUSINESS None V. NEW B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 22, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council workshop concluded without any formal actions taken

The council discussed options for setting councilmember salaries and agreed to have staff research and begin the process to establish a Salary Commission, but no formal action was taken. The council reviewed two Supreme Court cases about banner displays and agreed to schedule an additional work session on revising the Banner Policy, with no action taken. The council reviewed proposed edits to its Policies and Procedures and took no action. The meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP SESSION Thursday, January 22, 2026 City Hall Council Chambers, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA 01-22-2026 Council Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 1 Present: Councilmember Shayne Magdoff, Councilmember Ken Arnold , Councilmember Christine Johnson, Councilmember Paul Harrison, Councilmember Ettore Castellente, Councilmember Taylor Stimmel and Councilmember Matthew Hepner. WORKSHOP SESSION Councilmember Arnold called the East Wenatchee City Council Workshop to order at 5:30 p.m. 1. COUNCIL SALARIES City Clerk Laura Leon provided the his tory, legal framework and available option s for setting the elected officials’ salaries. Staff outlined prior practices , statutory constraints on salary adjustme nts, and potential approaches which included adopting an ordinance (with a periodic council review), an extended ordinance (with fixed increases), or the use of a salary commission. Comments were provided by all Councilmembers present. A consensus was established guiding Staff to conduct research and commence the necessary processes to establish a Salary Commission. No action was taken by the Council. 2. BANNER POLICY City Attorney Bob Siderius advised the council on two federal court cases where the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the municipalities involved had violated first amendment rights (Scaer v. City of Nashua, New Hampshire, (2025) and Shurtleff v. City of Boston, Massachusetts, 596 U.S. 243 (2022). Dis [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved $152,050.81 change order for Valley Mall Parkway overlay

The council unanimously approved a change order authorizing a $152,050.81 contract with Selland Construction for the Valley Mall Parkway overlay. It also approved a deferral agreement for frontage improvements at 12th Place NE and several public‑defender contracts. An events board was appointed with one abstention, and a funding recommendation for the Eastmont Winter Classic was tabled.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 01-20-2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Crawford called the East Wenatchee City Council meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Stimmel led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Johnson , Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Magdoff (Zoom) and Councilmember Hepner (Zoom). 4. COUNCILMEMBER DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST Councilmember Arnold declared a conflict of interest regarding Agenda Item 9d. Resolution 2026-07, Appointing the East Wenatchee Events Board members for 2026, and declared he would abstain from discussion and voting. 5. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of 2026 COEW & Gallagher Assignment, Assumption and Amendment Agreement. b. Approval of Voucher Report, Checks: 64865-64891, in the amount of $570,546.49. c. December 2025 Payroll Certification. d. Approval of 01-06-2026 City Council Minutes. Motion by Councilmember Castellente to approve the agenda, agreement, vouchers, minutes and payroll certification as presented. Councilmember Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 6. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. 7. EXECUTIVE SESSION Executive Session to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency potential litigation to which the agency, the governing b [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council and County agree to upzone high‑density housing and drop mixed‑use label

The joint City Council and Douglas County Board reached a consensus to support upzoning areas within the Urban Growth Area to Residential‑High/Office zoning and to remove the Mixed‑Use designation from Residential‑Medium zoning. The County Commissioners asked for additional time to review which specific areas should be prioritized for the Urban Growth Boundary expansion. No vote tally was recorded.

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JOINT SPECIAL MEETING CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE COUNCIL & DOUGLAS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Thursday, January 15, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Joint Special Meeting Minutes 01-15-2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Crawford called the Joint Special Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Magdoff (Zoom), Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Castellente, and Councilmember Johnson Douglas County Commissioner Agnew, Douglas County Commissioner Sutton, and Douglas County Commissioner Straub. 3. PL EDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Douglas County Commissioner Dan Sutton led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. INTRODUCTIONS Mayor Crawford introduced the City of East Wenatchee Councilmembers and each of the Douglas County Commissioners introduced themselves. 5. OVERVIEW OF URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY EXPANSION Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist presented the Land Capacity Analysis for the East Wenatchee Urban Growth Area (UGA), highlighting the projected deficits and excess of housing units throughout different zones. The analysis identifie d a shortage of acreage of Residential-High/Office Zoning, with a surplus of acreage of R esidential-Medium zoning and Residential Low Zoning, with a recommendation of upzoning properties within the UGA (and near existing utilities) to address the high-density housing gap. Staff requested policy direction from the Board of County Commissi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 13, 2026

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved test material and date for Sergeant promotional exam

The commission approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. It also approved the test material and scheduled date (February 4, 2026) for the upcoming Sergeant promotional exam. No other actions were taken.

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East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission Tuesday, January 13, 2026 East Wenatchee City Hall 271 9" Street NE East Wenatchee, WA 98802 Minutes Staff in attendance: Jenny Rayson, Commissioner — via telephone Andrea Hanson, Commissioner Tammy Patterson-Hanson, Secretary/Examiner 5:44 p.m. meeting — Regular meeting Call to Order. Consent Agenda Items; 1. Review of minutes from the June10, 2025 meeting, Commissioner Rayson motioned to approve, seconded by Commissioner Hanson Motion carried (2-0) 2. Review of East Wenatchee Police Department organizational chart. Sgt. Phil Amici resigned 10-20-2025 Officer Josh Virnig was assigned acting Sgt 10-27-2025 Assistant Chief Hampton resigned effective 01-25-2026 3. Review and approval of test material for Sergeant promotional exam to be conducted by Public Safety Testing (PST) The testing will be a (SSA) Supervisory Skills and Abilities testing process. Testing date is scheduled for February 04, 2026. Motion to approve testing material and testing date by Commissioner Rayson, seconded by Commissioner Hanson. Motion carried (2-0) The next scheduled meeting will be February 10, 2026 Adjournment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:08 p.m. U lentes KI Commission Chair Attest: any Ye Tammy Patteys on-Hanson, Examiner/Secretary In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (509) 886-6103 (TTY 711). Notificat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 7, 2026

East Wenatchee Events Board

Events Board approves tourism grants and Chamber contract

The East Wenatchee Events Board approved tourism promotion grant requests totaling $58,000 for local sports tournaments and a three-year contract with the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $20,000 grant for Special Olympics WA State Winter Games

The board appointed Ken Arnold (2026‑2028) and Kaylin Ochs (2026‑2028) to their positions with a 3‑0 vote. The board accepted the December 3, 2025 minutes unanimously. Grants were approved: $10,000 for the Eastmont Winter Classic, $20,000 for the Special Olympics WA State Winter Games, and $11,000 for the U14 Super G Series. Two requests were not acted on: the Wenatchee Youth Basketball tournament was not reviewed, and the GWGSA softball tournament was postponed to a later meeting.

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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 January 7, 2025 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 ☐ Activity Rep - Open ☐ Brent Schmitten ☐ Alejandro Cruz Guests: Vote in Members Position # Position Board Member Term Begins Term Ends 1 City Elected Official Ken Arnold 2026 2028 5 Activity Rep Open 2026 2028 Public Comment Approval of Minutes • December 3, 2025 Minutes Financials • Revenue/Expense Update 2025 & 2026 Events Update • Wings ‘n Wishes Recap Tourism Promotion Grant Requests • Eastmont Metropolitan Park District - $15,000 o Eastmont Winter Classic AAU Tournament WV Chamber of Commerce Update Hotelier Updates Other • Roundtable Next Meeting Date • February 5, 2025 Adjourn [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE EVENTS DEPARTMENT (509) 886-6108 | EastWenatcheeWa.gov 271 9th St. NE, East Wenatchee, WA 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). EAST WENATCHEE EVENTS BOARD BOARD MEETING MINUTES January 7, 2026 | 3:00PM Attendees Councilmember Ken Arnold, Cody Beeson, Mat Heinz, Brent Schmitten, and Events Director/PIO Trina Elmes. Guests Ashley Sinner & Jason Grover (WVCC) and Kaylin Ochs (GWGSA) Location Eastmont Community Center 230 N. Georgia Ave, East Wenatchee, WA 98802 Roll Call/Introductions Declaration of Conflict of Interest Mat Heinz recused himself in regards to the Eastmont Metropolitan Park District’s grant request. Vote in Members Position 1, Ken Arnold (City Council Member), and Position 5, Kaylin Ochs (Activity Representative), are up for reelection. Mat Heinz motioned to appoint: Position #1 – Ken Arnold (city council member), 2026-2028 term Position #5 – Kaylin Ochs (activity representative), 2026-2028 term Brent Schmitten seconded the motion. Motion carried (3-0, Ken Arnold recused himself). Public Comment None Minutes The December 3, 2025 minutes were reviewed. Mat Hein [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026

City Council

City Council meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved Sand Canyon annexation and related zoning changes

The council approved the annexation of 15.5 acres as the Sand Canyon Annexation, adopting residential low‑density zoning and assuming existing city indebtedness. It also adopted new regulations for unit‑lot subdivisions and amended building and zoning codes. Additional actions included approving police union contracts, setting a public hearing for a frontage‑improvement deferment, and confirming council committee assignments.

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1. 01-06-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Documents: 00. 01-06-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF 2. 01-06-2026 City Council Meeting Agenda Packet Documents: 00. 01-06-2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET.PDF
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 06, 2026 Zoom and City Hall, 271 9th St NE, East Wenatchee, WA City of East Wenatchee Council Meeting Minutes 01-06-2026 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 Stimmel, Councilmember Arnold, Councilmember Harrison, Councilmember Castellente, Councilmember Magdoff (Zoom), Councilmember Johnson and Councilmember Hepner. 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 2026 – 2027 Police Clerks Teamsters Union Contract. b. Approval of 2026 – 2027 Police Officers Teamsters Union Contract. c. Approval Voucher Report, Checks: 62663-62668, in the amount of $15,634.51. Motion by Councilmember Hepner to approve agreements, vouchers, and minutes as presented. Councilmember Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 6. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. 7. DEPARTMENT REPORTS a. Events Director/PIO Trina Elmes provided the 2025 Wings and Wishes Event Report. Comments provided by Councilmember Johnson and Councilmember Arnold. 8. ACTION ITEMS a. Community Development Director Curtis Lillquist presented Ordinance 2026-01, Adopting regulation for Unit Lot Subdivisions (ZTA 2025-01). Comments provided by Councilmember Hepner an [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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