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Chelan County, Washington

Chelan County Auditor

Brett and Cappell are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Chelan County election filings.

About this race

Brian Brett and Brandt Cappell meet on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Chelan County Auditor, per the Secretary of State's VoteWA general-election candidate list.

What this office does

County auditor. The county auditor keeps the county's books, processes payments and payroll, and prepares financial reports. In some states the auditor also calculates property tax rates, oversees elections or certifies the budget. The office is a check on how county money is spent.

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Brian Brett

Republican

Biography

Brett has a 34-year fire service career, including 8 years as Fire Chief of the Wenatchee Valley Fire Department, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide. Brett holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Central Washington University and a graduate certificate in governmental financial management from Rutgers University, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide.

Brandt Cappell

Republican

Top priorities

From other published sources

  • Uphold the highest standards of election integrity and accuracy, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide
  • Maintain excellent service in recording, vehicle and vessel licensing, and marriage licenses, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide
  • Ensure timely and accurate payroll and accounts payable, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide
Biography

Cappell is the Acting Auditor of Chelan County, appointed after the retirement of Auditor Skip Moore, and previously served as Chief Deputy Auditor, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide. Cappell oversees a team of 15 employees and supported the county for 15 years while working in the Washington State Legislature, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Chelan County Auditor in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Chelan County Auditor on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Brian Brett and Brandt Cappell. Candidate information follows official Chelan County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Chelan County Auditor election in Washington?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Washington are on the Washington election hub at theballotbrief.com.

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Candidate roster from official Chelan County and state election office filings, last verified October 26, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Chelan County Commissioner, District 2Chelan County CoronerChelan County Prosecuting AttorneySee all 15 Chelan County races
Candidate profiles
Brian Brett, full profileBrandt Cappell, full profileOfficial Washington election office