Posts Tagged ‘budget’
Wenatchee School Board Identifies Budget Cuts Starting Next School Year
Facing a $5.2 million dollar budget deficit, the Wenatchee School District’s Board of Directors asked for the community’s input. Now the Board says it has formulated a game plan for their next step, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Wenatchee School District Budget Deficit Survey Ends Sunday
The Wenatchee School District is asking for the publics input on a budget deficit. And the comment period closes this Sunday. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read MoreWith $5 Million Deficit, Wenatchee School District Asking For Public Input on Budget, Programs
The Wenatchee School District is facing a $5.2 million deficit. And they’re asking for your input into the next school year’s budget. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Newest Chelan Co. Commissioner Bob Bugert on Getting Started, Top County Issues
Bob Bugert, a 30-year Wenatchee resident, is the newest member of the Chelan County Board of Commissioners. He was elected in November by county voters in a tight race against Shon Smith of Cashmere. After getting sworn in at the start of the year, Bugert said he’s been hitting the ground running, while leaning on…
Read MoreKeith Goehner Reflects On 16 Years Serving As Chelan County Commissioner
It’s the final days on the job for out-going Chelan County Commissioner Keith Goehner, who’s been one of the three board members on the commission for four terms, 16 years. Goehner joins Dan Langager on the KOHO Morning Show to talk about why he decided to run 17 years ago and the issues he wanted…
Read MoreChelan County Commissioners Tapping Reserves To Close 2019 Budget Gap
Chelan County Commissioner Keith Goehner joins Dan Langager on the KOHO Morning Show to talk about his final month as a commissioner. Goehner announced earlier this year he would not seek re-election to the county board, and instead seek office in the State House of Representatives – an election he won last month. Before he…
Read MoreUnder Budget, Douglas County Sheriff Asking For Emergency Management Position
Recently re-elected Douglas County Sheriff Kevin Morris joins Dan Langager on the KOHO Morning Show to talk about how the election went and what he heard from residents of Douglas County. Heading towards 2019, Morris talks about the office’s budget for next year and staffing levels, with a request before county commissioners for a new…
Read MoreCity of Wenatchee’s Budget, Revenue Strong Heading Into 2019, Finance Director Says
It’s budget season and many local cities have finalized their plans for 2019. The Wenatchee City Council approved next year’s budget at their last meeting. For a look at what’s in it, how the city has recovered since the Great Recession, bonding to pay for the new City Hall at the old Federal Building and…
Read More‘Wish Them Both The Best,’ Says Chelan County Commissioner Overbay About Close Bugert/Smith Race For Open Seat
Chelan County Commissioner Kevin Overbay joins Dan Langager on the KOHO Morning Show to talk about last night’s general election, specifically the race for the open Chelan County Commissioner seat. As of now, it’s too close to call between Bob Bugert and Shon Smith. Overbay relates it to his close election two years ago and…
Read MoreCity of Wenatchee Supports Mission Ridge Expansion, Councilmember Esparza Says
Wenatchee City Councilwoman and Mayor Pro Tem Ruth Esparza swings by the KOHO studio to talk about the city’s support of the proposed expansion of Mission Ridge. Esparza said it’s a major piece of the local economy, especially during the winter, and it’s worth taking action to keep it locally-owned through new revenue sources. A…
Read MoreChelan PUD Says No Residential Electric Rate Increase In 2019 For Seventh Straight Year
The Chelan PUD is working on next year’s budget. And the long-term forecast will need to incorporate an increase in wind and solar power, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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