Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority

Chelan County and the Port are nearing an interlocal agreement on the Malaga TIF district, potentially ending litigation and outlining how tax revenue would be shared over 25 years.

The Chelan Port approved the Malaga TIF, a move that could redirect up to $154 million in local tax revenue over 25 years despite objections from county officials.

Port of Chelan County delayed the Malaga TIF vote after public testimony, as agencies warn of revenue losses and the proposal faces strong opposition.

Wenatchee Valley Fire rejected the Port’s Malaga TIF proposal, warning the plan could cost $1.2 million, reduce staffing, and leave the Microsoft-backed station underfunded.

Chelan-Douglas Port is holding required public briefings on its proposed TIF district, while Chelan County warns the plan could cost essential services over $100 million.

Wenatchee Valley Fire Department warns Malaga’s proposed TIF could divert $52M in tax revenue, threatening emergency service funding and staffing levels.

Chelan County and the Regional Port Authority are clashing over a proposed $103M TIF plan, with commissioners warning it could strip funding from county services.

Chelan Douglas Port cut the ribbon on Pangborn Airport’s new $7.7M general aviation terminal, part of $55M in regional investments.

Pangborn Memorial Airport celebrates its new General Aviation Terminal with a ribbon-cutting, tours, and WWII bomber displays.

Chelan County approved a moratorium on new TIF districts, sparking a dispute with the Port over a 3,300-acre Malaga proposal that could cut $50M in revenue.