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Chelan County Treasurer

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The treasurer collects property taxes, invests public money and pays the county's bills.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Taxes & budget

  • Richard (Rick) ViallPrefers GOP Party

    • Pledges strict adherence to the county investment policy.
    • Offered online tools breaking down property tax bills by levy.

  • Doug MillerPrefers Democratic Party

    • Pledges to protect public funds held in county depositaries.

Government & transparency

  • Richard (Rick) ViallPrefers GOP Party

    • Proposes closer coordination among Treasurer, Auditor and departments.
    • Supports updated county financial software and audit preparation.

  • Doug MillerPrefers Democratic Party

    • Pledges cybersecurity and accountability upgrades as first priority.

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 2 issues covered in this race.