Written by Carol A. Kibler, Administrative Office Manager, CFR

Published: 11 March 2022

AGENDA
Chelan Fire and Rescue
Special Meeting

Monday, March 21, 2022, starting at 9:00 a.m.
232 East Wapato, Chelan, WA

Roll Call:
Call to order:
Flag Salute:
New Business:
• Assistant Fire Chief Interviews
• Executive Session RCW: 42.30.110(1)(g) To evaluate the qualifications of an
applicant for public employment
Adjournment:

Written by Carol A. Kibler, Administrative Office Manager, CFR

Published: 11 March 2022

AGENDA
Chelan Fire and Rescue
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 3:00 P.M.
232 East Wapato, Chelan, WA

The CFR Board of Commissioners will conduct the meeting in person at the fire station, you are welcome to join via Zoom. The public is welcome to join by following this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87284665516 Meeting ID: 872 8466 5516 or dial +1 253 215 8782

Proposed Chelan Fire and Rescue agenda pending Board approval.
Flag Salute
Roll Call:
Regular Meeting Call to Order:
Approve Agenda:
Public Comment:
Consent Agenda:
• Revenue and Expenditure Report: February 2022
• Payroll: January 25, 2022 to February 21, 2022 / Paid 03-04-2022 for $117,442.47
• General Account Vouchers: 02-18-2022 transactions 163 to 185 for $9,033.26
• Capital Account Vouchers: 02-19-2022 transactions 186 to 188 for $2,193.09
• Minutes: February 16, 2022
Fire Chief Report: (Chief Asher)
• 2021/2022 Budget & Financial Report - December 2021 and January 2022 Financials)
• January Emergency Response Report / Operations / Community Risk Reduction / Apparatus Update /
Volunteer Recruitment
Firefighters Association Report (Ron Simmons)
Unfinished Business:
• Station 71 Roof - Update
• Assistant Fire Chief Position – Update
• Seasonal Firefighter - Update
• 2021/2022 Annexations – Update
• City of Chelan Fire Protection Services Contract – Update
• Apparatus Planning Team - Update
New Business:
Special Events:
• KOZI – Community Connection March 17, 2022 @ 8:10 a.m. – Commissioner Oules / Chief
Asher
• Mask Mandates – removed March 12, 2022
• Staff – Long-Range Planning meeting - Wednesday, March 31, 2022, at 9:00 a.m.
• Commissioner’s Special Meeting – Long-Range Planning meeting Monday, April 11, 2022, at
9:00 a.m.
Board for Volunteer Firefighters:
Public Comment:
Commissioner Comments:
Executive Session:
Adjournment:

Written by Reema Griffith, WSTC executive director

Published: 11 March 2022

OLYMPIA – Current efforts to reconnect and revitalize communities that have been divided by transportation construction projects is one of the topics of discussion when the Washington State Transportation Commission meets virtually next week. The commission will also hear about General Motors’ collaboration with Cruise to introduce the Origin, one of the latest developments in electric autonomous vehicles.

The meeting starts at 9 a.m. both Tuesday, March 15, and Wednesday, March 16. Due to limitations related to COVID-19, this meeting will be virtual using Zoom. People interested in attending can register on the Commission’s website. TVW will broadcast the meeting live.

Highlights of Tuesday’s presentations include:

• Tolling Performance and Financial Update: An overview of traffic and revenue performance of Washington toll facilities will be provided.
• Virginia’s Road Usage Charge Implementation: Insights will be provided from Virginia’s upcoming implementation of a voluntary road usage charge program.
• Federal Safety Program for Partially Automated Vehicles: This briefing will focus on the federal Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) new ratings program that evaluates the safeguards that vehicles with partial automation employ to help drivers stay focused on the road.
• Learnings from Cruise’s “Origin” Autonomous Vehicle Shuttle: A briefing will be provided on the Origin, a fully driverless vehicle, designed to operate without a human driver. Discussion will include the policy implications of advancing autonomous vehicle technology.

Highlights of Wednesday’s presentations include:

• Reconnecting Communities: An overview of the impacts created when neighborhoods are separated by the construction a major transportation system through the community will be provided. Two current projects in Washington designed to reconnect and revitalize communities that have been negatively impacted will be highlighted.
• Front and Centered Listening Sessions: The results of recent listening sessions and surveys designed to gather community perspectives on issues such as climate change, green transportation, and mobility equity will be discussed.

The commission will take public comment at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, March 16. Those wishing to speak can sign up during the meeting by posting their name in the Q&A box on-screen. Written comments can also be submitted via email at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For more information about the commission and a complete meeting agenda, visit: www.wstc.wa.gov.

Written by Robin Pittman

Published: 11 March 2022

Manson Parks is excited to announce that AAU t-ball, softball, and baseball is BACK! Registration is currently open to Manson students in preschool through 6th grade. Forms will be sent home in your child’s communication folder on 3/8/2022 (grades PreK-5th).

6th graders- please contact our office for a form, or visit www.mansonparks.com/aau/ 

The cost to register is $25 per athlete. If the athlete did not play AAU basketball this year, add an additional $14 for AAU card.

Completed forms and payment can be dropped off at the Manson Parks office Monday through Friday from 10am to 2pm. We will be open until 5pm March 16th.

FORMS AND PAYMENT DUE BY 5:00PM ON MARCH 16TH, 2022 (sorry, no exceptions).

Please contact Manson Parks with questions at (509) 687-9635, M-F 10am-2pm, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Written by Robin Pittman

Published: 02 March 2022

Regular Board Meeting
March 3, 2022 4:10pm
Bumgarner Meeting Room, 142 Pedoi Street, Manson WA 98831
I. Call to Order
II. Flag Salute
III. Agenda Additions and Deletions
IV. Public Comment
V. Approval of Minutes
a. February 10, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes
VI. Financial Review
a. Review Monthly Financial Report
b. Review and Approve Monthly Voucher
VII. Old Business
a. Updates
i. Marina policy Committee
ii. Old Swim Hole development project
iii. Manson Bay Marina breakwater planning project
iv. Leffler Field Soil Remediation planning project
b. Director’s Report
VIII. New Business
a. Aspect Consulting Agreements: water right certificate assistance
IX. Adjournment
Next Regular Meeting: April 14, 2022 at 4:10pm, 142 Pedoi Street, Manson, WA 98831, unless otherwise posted.

Written by Ann Briggs, WSDOT

Published: 02 March 2022

We're beginning work to create an equitable decision-making process for significant actions planned on our state's transportation system, especially as it relates to communities of Black Americans, tribal members, people of color and low-income individuals. That means when we design a project, we include all voices in making decisions about how and where the project is built and learning what we can do to ensure that the project's benefits and negative effects are equally distributed. We want to hear from you how we can best work together.

But first, please bear with us as we provide some background on this important issue:

Decisions of the past have consequences for today

It's no coincidence that transportation infrastructure can have negative health effects on the people who live next to it. Planners and engineers of past decades often designed highways, bridges, airports and rail lines to run next to, or right through the middle of, communities of color and low-income neighborhoods. Land was less expensive and the people who lived there had limited resources or opportunities to challenge the decisions that were being thrust upon them. Studies have shown that as a result of those decisions, people who live in communities adjacent to major transportation infrastructure are more likely to suffer poor health due to air pollution, water pollution, noise pollution and related stress. In recognition of these conditions, the state Legislature in 2021 passed the “Healthy Environment for All Act,” or more commonly called the HEAL Act (Senate Bill 5141).

The HEAL Act is a first step toward preventing and lessening the long-term negative environmental and health effects of state agency decisions. The act aims to improve the health for all Washington state residents. We're one of seven state agencies covered by the HEAL Act. The others are the departments of: Ecology, Health, Natural Resources, Commerce, Agriculture and the Puget Sound Partnership.

To begin this important work, we want to talk with and listen to the people who are affected by our transportation decisions, especially those living in overburdened communities that bear the adverse effects of infrastructure placement. That's where you can help.

Talk with us and share your experience

Before we can begin addressing the problems created by transportation activities, we need to know how best to engage with and understand the needs of the people who are most affected by our work.

We're holding online listening sessions to start the conversation and help us understand the best ways to communicate with people who live in underserved communities.

Listening sessions information

Online listening sessions are being held over Microsoft Teams. To join us, click on the link for one of the following:

• 5 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 8
• 5 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 10
• 1 to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, March 12

Here's what you can expect during these sessions:

• We'll share information about the HEAL Act and its requirements for the state agencies covered under the act.
• We'll talk about environmental justice  and what that means for communities that have experienced more than their fair share of harm from state agency decisions.
• We'll ask a few questions of participants to get the conversation going.
• Then we'll listen while you tell us your experiences and concerns; how you want us to reach out and involve you in decisions; and what's working – or not working – for you.

We'll then use your input and suggestions to help create more equitable decision-making that better serves the needs of all (part of our community engagement planning and tools).

No Wi-Fi? No problem!

Free, temporary internet access is available in locations throughout the state for those who do not have broadband service. To find the nearest Wi-Fi Hotspot visit: www.commerce.wa.gov/building-infrastructure/washington-state-drive-in-wifi-hotspots-location-finder/

Language assistance

If you have difficulty understanding English, you may, free of charge, request language assistance services by calling 360-705-7090 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Servicios de traducción - Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al 360-705-7090, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

翻译服务 -  如果您难以理解英文，则请致电：(360) 705-7090，或给我们发送电子邮件：This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.，请求获取免费语言援助服务。

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các dịch vụ dịch thuật - Nếu quý vị không hiểu tiếng Anh, quý vị có thể yêu cầu dịch vụ trợ giúp ngôn ngữ, miễn phí, bằng cách gọi số 360-705-7090 hoặc email cho chúng tôi tại: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

번역 서비스 - 영어로 소통하는 것이 불편하시다면, 360-705-7090으로 전화하시거나 다음 이메일로 연락하셔서 무료 언어 지원 서비스를 요청하실 수 있습니다: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Adeegyada Turjumaada - Haddii ay kugu adag tahay inaad fahamtid Ingiriisida, waxaad, bilaash, ku codsan kartaa adeegyada caawimada luuqada adoo wacaaya 360-705-7090 ama iimayl noogu soo dir: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Услуги перевода - Если вам трудно понимать английский язык, вы можете запросить бесплатные языковые услуги, позвонив по телефону 360-705-7090 или написав нам на электронную почту: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Written by Herb Sargo

Published: 27 February 2022

2022 BUCKNER ORCHARD MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

We need you more than ever!

As reported in our Annual Report for 2021, we were able to do many good things at the Homestead and Orchard thanks to your support, contributions, and volunteering. If we are to continue this good work, funding and volunteering must continue.

The Buckner Orchard and Homestead need our support more than ever!

It's Personal
We all have our own experiences that make the Buckner Orchard meaningful and personal. Most are as simple as enjoying the location, the peace and tranquility, the history and beauty, or appreciating the wonderful Common Delicious apples. Previously, Jim Trappe and I shared our stories as to why support for the Buckner Orchard is truly personal and important.

Brun Garfoot, a Foundation board member, who grew up at the Buckner Orchard during the earliest Park Service days, shares his experiences and why he supports the Foundation and its work at the Buckner Orchard.

As someone why spent years climbing every apple tree to get the biggest one at the very top to eat, to watching the wildlife and community alike enjoy one of the pretty places in the Stehekin Valley, I am grateful to be able to support the Buckner Orchard into the future. It is a special place for me as our family had the luxury and privilege of care taking it. Very few kids can call it home. As a result, what ever I can do to insure that it is around for others to enjoy gives me great satisfaction. This is why I support the Buckner Orchard Foundation and why I hope you can too.

~ Brun Garfoot ~

Please join us today in supporting the Buckner Orchard, helping ensure that we and future generations, have the opportunity to create our own personal experiences and memories!

Herb Sargo
BHHF President

Memberships are one form of contributing funds to support the Foundation's work at the Homestead and Orchard.

RENEWALS - Quick and Convenient, renew digitally on-line (click here)

If you prefer, a check, made out to the Buckner Homestead Heritage Foundation (BHHF), should be mailed to PO Box 184, Manson, WA 98831. As a renewal, we will have your information on file. Please include your e-mail address, as this is how we receipt and communicate with members in a cost-effective manner. And, your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by the IRS.

NEW MEMBERSHIP - Download and print the membership form found at this link (click here) and mail to PO Box 184, Manson, WA 98831. Again, be sure to include your e-mail address. Or, simply use the link above for renewals for an easy on-line membership.

Individual - $25.00
Family - $50.00
Business - $75.00
Patron - $100.00
Benefactor - $250.00
Steward - $500.00
Sustainer - $1,000.00
Or, any amount you choose!

Please join us today with whatever level of membership you choose and help us assure a productive and successful future for the Buckner Homestead. Not sure how your contribution will be used? Then, review our 2021 Financial Summary, included in the Annual Report, at the link at the top of this message. All Foundation work and administration is entirely by volunteers.

DONATIONS - Another form of support for the Homestead and Orchard is a donation. Monetary donations may be for a specific purpose or as a non-specific donation to the Foundation. (click here) or mail your check as outlined above.)

2022 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
NOTE - All events are subject to change or cancellation based on Washington State and Federal rules and regulations that may be in place at the time.

WORK PARTIES - JUNE 16, JULY 16, OCTOBER 7
HARVEST FEST - OCT 7-9
SQUARE DANCE AT THE ORCHARD - AUGUST 6

Web site: bucknerhomestead.org

E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Written by Gregory Kennedy

Published: 18 February 2022

Public Announcement:

As of 02-16-2022 the Special Meeting scheduled for 02-21-2022 is CANCELLED

Chelan Fire and Rescue Board of Commissioners have scheduled a special meeting Monday, February 21, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. location 232 East Wapato Ave, Chelan WA 98816.

CFR Board of Commissioners will conduct the meeting in person at the fire station. You are welcome to join via Zoom.

The public is welcome to join by following this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87284665516 Meeting ID: 872 8466 5516 or dial +1 253 215 8782

Agenda:

Flag Salute

Roll Call

Call to Order

New Business:

Strategic Planning

Adjournment

Written by Jordyn Giulio, Douglas County Risk Manager

Published: 12 February 2022

On February 8, 2022, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners passed Ordinance CE No. 22-02-06B, creating a Public Defender District.  Establishment of the Public Defender District creates an internal department to handle indigent defense for Superior Court cases.  The County previously contracted with a network of outside firms to provide legal representation to indigent defendants.  Contracts will continue to be used for District Court cases but the program administration will be performed by this office

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners believe that both defendants and taxpayers will be served more effectively by providing these services directly as the County continues to experience growth. Douglas County takes seriously its duty to provide representation to every citizen, without regard to ability to pay, and establishing a Public Defender District allows for additional oversight and efficiency in fulfilling this commitment.

The Douglas County Office of Public Defender will be overseen by an appointed Public Defender and will employ two full-time attorneys and two support staff at this time. 

A selection committee comprised of a member of the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, Superior Court representative, and a practicing attorney in Douglas County, will be convened in the coming weeks to select and recommend a Public Defender to the board of Commissioners to complete staffing the office. More information regarding employment opportunities will be forthcoming.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners strives to provide the highest level of service to all community members and make the most responsible use of taxpayer funds in County operations.  We believe that this undertaking will best serve the Douglas County community and be financially prudent.