Posts Tagged ‘State Legislature’
Keith 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 MoreCounty Officials Ask Lawmakers For More Funding As Legislative Session Nears
It’s budget season, with cities, counties and other organizations finalizing their 2019 spending plans. But they’re also keeping an eye on the upcoming legislative session. At a recent Tri-Commission meeting (commissioners of Chelan County, Port of Chelan County and Chelan PUD) , county commissioners said they’re concerned about so-called unfunded mandates. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read More2018 Election – Initiative 940 Would Create ‘Good Faith’ Clause For Police Shootings
Tomorrow is Election Day, when your ballot must be returned or postmarked. There are four initiatives and an advisory vote on the ballot this year. In part four of our series, we take a closer look at Initiative 940.
Read MoreSalary Hike, Smaller Classes For Wenatchee Teachers In New Contract With District
Teachers in the Wenatchee School District have a new contract. On Tuesday members of the Wenatchee Education Association met at Wenatchee High School to ratify a new two year contract with the School District. Of the 367 members in attendance, 98 percent voted to accept the agreement. The Association represents over 500 non-administrative certificated educators in…
Read MorePrimary Election – Three Vie For 12th Dist. State Representative Seat #2
Primary election is coming up Tuesday, Aug. 7. Several local and state races with three or more candidates are on your ballot in North Central Washington. Be sure to only choose one candidate for each race. The top two vote-getters move on to the general election in Nov. Today on KOHO, Dan Langager sat down…
Read MorePrimary Election – Four Vie For 12th Dist. State Representative Seat #1
Primary election is coming up Tuesday, Aug. 7. Several local and state races with three or more candidates are on your ballot in North Central Washington. Be sure to only choose one candidate for each race. The top two vote-getters move on to the general election in Nov. This week on KOHO, Dan Langager sat…
Read MoreNational Paid Family Leave Debate Highlights Washington’s New Program
A leave of absence for a medical emergency, to care for a loved one or bonding with a new family member can be stressful financially. A new program in Washington state looks to ease that burden. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read MoreGrants Bringing CWU’s Game On! Program to Wenatchee, Quincy Schools
A program that was developed at Central Washington University aimed at underrepresented students is entering its third year. Additional funding will now allow the program to expand, reaching Wenatchee, Quincy and other local school districts. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read MoreMore Than 200 New Laws Take Effect Today For Washington State
From the Associated Press More than 200 new laws take effect in Washington state this week, including a package of bills meant to address sexual misconduct at the workplace. Lawmakers ended their 60-day legislative session on time on March 8, and most of the more than 300 bills passed take effect today. Here’s a look…
Read MoreStudy Finds State, Local Governments Not Electrifying Fleets Fast Enough, As Per State Law
A survey has found that many public agencies have fallen short of a 2007 goal to run all state and local government vehicles on electricity or biofuels. The state legislature asked public agencies 11 years ago to electrify their fleets as much as possible under an effort to reduce emissions and air pollution. A report…
Read More12th Dist. State Rep. Cary Condotta To Leave House At End Of Year
With filing week this month and primary election in August, local candidates are throwing their hats in the ring for elected offices. Others are making rather the opposite announcement, including 12th District State Representative Cary Condotta. Condotta says he will not seek re-election this November, though he does plan to finish his term through the…
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