Chelan Commissioners Select Community Development Director

Chelan County has selected James (Jim) Brown to serve as the new Community Development director. After serving as the North Central Region director for Washington State Fish and Wildlife, a leadership position isn't new for Brown.

"Doug England, Kevin Overbay and I have worked with Jim in his capacity as the regional director of Fish and Wildlife and found him to be a very professional individual that really has great leadership skills, clear thinking skills and good communication skills," said Commissioner Bob Bugert. "These are the traits we feel we need in our Community Development department."

Chelan County assessor, Deanna Walter, has been serving as the interim director after former director David Kuhl left the position at the end of February.

"She and Jim are working hand in hand to make sure there's a good transition," said Bugert.

He will start in the new position on April 23.