House capital budget leader Rep. Mike Steele and Rep. Brian Burnett announce more than $26 million in project funding for the 12th District

Rep. Mike Steele, ranking member and lead Republican negotiator on the House Capital Budget Committee, and Rep. Brian Burnett have announced more than $26 million proposed for the 12th District in the 2026 supplemental capital budget.

Steele says the supplemental proposal, House Bill 2295, continues the important work done last year. It would fund projects across the 12th District to enhance infrastructure, strengthen community services, and promote economic development in the region. He noted the bipartisan work that goes into creating the capital spending proposal and the effort made to ensure needs across the state are met.

“I take pride in the collaborative nature of the Capital Budget Committee. We work hard to address the diverse needs of the 49 districts across the state,” said Steele, R-Chelan. “For the 12th District, we were able to fund projects related to public safety, the Monroe Correctional Complex, affordable housing in Chelan, community needs such as the Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank, and much more. I am grateful for the opportunity to advocate for these projects and the people we represent.”

“These capital budget investments are about taking care of the people we serve and the communities we call home,” said Burnett, R-Wenatchee. “From infrastructure improvements to local facility upgrades, these projects strengthen public safety, support working families, and protect the quality of life that makes our district special. I’m extremely grateful the 12th District has Rep. Steele in such a great position to help navigate the various capital budget complexities while watching out for our district’s priorities and needs.”

12th District capital budget projects include:

  • Monroe Correctional Complex, domestic water and HVAC systems: $13.8 million
  • Skykomish school construction: $6 million
  • Echo Glen secure facility improvements: $1.7 million
  • Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank: $1.28 million
  • Middle Fork Snoqualmie land transfer: $900,000
  • Performing Arts Center infrastructure: $716,000
  • Lake Chelan Senior Center structure improvements: $548,000
  • Old Swim Hole revitalization project: $393,000
  • Snoqualmie Tribal Police Station: $360,000
  • Chelan River Heights, affordable housing project: $258,000
  • CAFE: Community Multi-Service Community Center: $258,000
  • Chelan-Douglas Community Action Council Commercial Kitchen: $252,000
  • BSG gymnasium restroom project: $113,000
  • Riverside Park picnic shelter: $40,000

A public hearing on the capital budget was held on Tuesday, Feb. 24, in the House Capital Budget Committee. A vote on the capital spending plan is expected on Thursday, Feb. 26.

The Legislature is scheduled to adjourn on March 12.

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