Monthly Archives: August 2009

How to lose the battle to prevent sprawl…

The Puget Sound region has one of the most extensive growth management programs in the country.  In 2000, they adopted “Vision 2040″ that was intended to manage growth and prevent sprawl putting over 50% of the growth in 5 major … Continue reading

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Manson Community Council Considers Public Testimony

At last night’s special Manson Community Council meeting, 7 issues raised at the public hearing on August 25th were considered and there were 11 members of the public that attended the meeting.  Here are the seven issues and the actions … Continue reading

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Snapshot on Wenatchee & Lake Chelan Markets for July

Pacific Appraisals has released their snapshot reports for the Wenatchee and Lake Chelan area real estate markets. The Wenatchee Area Snapshot continues to show a softening market, with sales  down about 21% for July and 28% to 31% below last … Continue reading

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Building Update: Benson Vineyard’s new Tasting Room, WOW!

I was by Benson Vineyards a couple of weeks ago with friends who were in town.  As it turns out the Benson family had just completed their new, and spectacular, tasting room.   Nature has already given the Benson Winery … Continue reading

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Chelan Downtown Master Plan Survey Due Friday!

If you have thoughts you would like to share with the folks working on the Chelan Downtown Master Plan you can still get the Chelan Downtown Master Plan Survey in by Friday.  Your completed surveys need to be sent to: City … Continue reading

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Manson Sub-Area Plan: The Plan that time made us all forget!

I just talked about the Chelan Downtown Master Plan process, a process that is working well with superb public input.  I have also been involved in the Manson Sub Area Plan for about three years now.  The differences are stark! … Continue reading

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Chelan Downtown Master Plan: A plan to get behind!

I attended the afternoon Chelan Downtown Advisory Committee meeting on the Chelan Downtown Master plan.  It is a process that seems to be going well. It looks like a plan that will highlight the downtown businesses, help protect downtown neighborhoods … Continue reading

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Is the Lake Chelan area going to see an influx of Baby Boomers in the next decade?

Bill Bishop at DailyYonder.com claims they are coming to rural areas with with scenic amenities — mountains, lakes, sunshine and rivers.  The stated amenities describe the Lake Chelan area pretty well. The Economic Research Service (a part of the U.S. … Continue reading

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The “End of Summer Sale” is on for real estate at Lake Chelan!

As we pass the middle of August and we start to worry about getting kids ready for school, those who were hoping to sell their homes and properties in the Lake Chelan area know it won’t be long before buying … Continue reading

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Manson Meeting to Put on your calendar!

The Manson Sub Area Plan public hearing with the Community Council is scheduled for August 25th. The Manson Community Council will be hosting a Public Open House and Hearing to review the Manson Comprehensive Plan, new Urban Growth Area and … Continue reading

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