Public Safety

Ellensburg Updates CPL Processing, Traffic Requests

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

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Ellensburg Police Department implemented new procedures for concealed pistol license applications and traffic safety requests effective July 14, 2026.

CPL applications and renewals now require appointments only, with fees of $48 for new applications, $32 for renewals, and $42 for late renewals. Residents must schedule appointments by calling 509-962-7280 or emailing the department.

The department also introduced an email system for ongoing traffic safety issues, specifying that one-time violations should not be reported through this channel.

📄 Source: Local Government — https://www.ci.ellensburg.wa.us/779/Police

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Ellensburg Police Department implemented new procedures for concealed pistol license applications and traffic safety requestsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The new procedures for concealed pistol license applications and traffic safety requests were effective July 14, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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CPL applications and renewals now require appointments only“CPL applications and renewals will be processed by appointment only.”
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The fee for new CPL applications is $48“CPL fees: $48 new application, $32 renewal, $42 late renewal, $10 replacement. Please have payment ready at the time of appointment.”
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The fee for CPL renewals is $32“CPL fees: $48 new application, $32 renewal, $42 late renewal, $10 replacement.”
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The fee for late CPL renewals is $42“CPL fees: $48 new application, $32 renewal, $42 late renewal, $10 replacement.”
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Residents must schedule appointments for CPL applications and renewals by calling 509-962-7280“CPL applications and renewals will be processed by appointment only. City of Ellensburg residents, please call 509-962-7280, or send us an email to schedule an appointment.”
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Residents must schedule appointments for CPL applications and renewals by emailing the departmentNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Ellensburg Police Department introduced an email system for ongoing traffic safety issues“Ellensburg Traffic Safety RequestDo you have a traffic safety request? Email EPD to report an ongoing traffic issue. This should not be used for one-time instances of violations. Requests will be handled in the order they are received as City resources are available.”
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One-time violations should not be reported through the email system for traffic safety issues“This should not be used for one-time instances of violations.”