Yakima County has seen a recent increase in hospitalizations in the past week. From July 8-14, 2021, Yakima County had 15 new hospitalizations, which is the highest increase in a seven-day period compared to weeks in May and June. Over the last three months, an average of 96% of individuals that have been hospitalized due
Month: July 2021
Distrito de Salud de Yakima Comunicado de prensa – Aumentan las hospitalizaciones en el condado de Yakima
El condado de Yakima ha experimentado un aumento reciente de hospitalizaciones durante la semana pasada. Del 8 al 14 de julio de 2021, el condado de Yakima tuvo 15 nuevas hospitalizaciones, que es el aumento más alto en un período de siete días en comparación con las semanas de mayo y junio. Durante los últimos
Yakima City Council July 20th Regular Meeting Review
The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting yesterday, Tuesday, July 20th. Action taken by the Council yesterday included: Reading a National Night Out proclamation Directing staff to bring back resolutions regarding placing City Charter amendments on the November general election ballots concerning including one regarding removing Council members for failure to attend City Council
Emergency Sewer Pipe Replacement to Keep Section of 20th Avenue Closed
A section of 20th Avenue that was first closed on July 12th for an emergency sewer pipe replacement project will tentatively reopen next week. As a result of the project, 20th Avenue between Nob Hill Boulevard and West Prasch Avenue remains closed. Access to homes and businesses in the project area is being maintained as
Yakima City Council July 20th Regular Meeting Preview
The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, July 20th in Council Chambers at Yakima City Hall, 129 North 2nd Street. Agenda items for the July 20th regular meeting include: National Night Out Proclamation Discussion on allowing street-legal altered leisure vehicles on streets within City limits Proposed resolutions associated
Yakima Health District News Release – Wildfire Season and Air Quality: Staying Informed and Prepared
As wildfire season begins, it may create unhealthy air quality in our area. It is crucial individuals stay informed on the air quality conditions and take additional steps to keep themselves and their family members safe from smoke. Washington State Department of Ecology’s Air Quality Monitoring website has a map of air quality statewide. The
Distrito de Salud de Yakima Communicado de prensa – Temporada de Incendios Forestales y Calidad del Aire: Mantenerse Informado y Preparado
A medida que comienza la temporada de incendios forestales, puede crear una calidad de aire poco saludable en nuestra área. Es fundamental que las personas se mantengan informadas sobre las condiciones de la calidad del aire y tomen medidas adicionales para mantenerse a sí mismos y a sus familiares seguros del humo. El sitio web
Municipal Court Lifts Mask Requirement for Fully Vaccinated
Effective Tuesday, July 13th, City of Yakima Municipal Court will no longer require masks for those who are fully vaccinated. Unvaccinated persons are encouraged to continue to wear masks while attending court. Masks will be available at security stations. Hand sanitizer is available in the courtrooms. Also beginning Tuesday, social distancing will no longer be
Emergency Sewer Pipe Replacement to Close Section of 20th Avenue

A section of 20th Avenue will be closed beginning Monday, July 12th, for an emergency sewer pipe replacement project. The project will require closing 20th Avenue between Nob Hill Boulevard and West Prasch Avenue. The closure is expected to last through next week and possibly over next weekend. Access to homes and businesses in the
Survey to Help Chart the Future of Yakima Parks
The City of Yakima wants to hear from the community about Parks and Recreation facilities and programs. A survey designed to provide guidance and direction for City of Yakima parks facilities and recreation programs over the next decade should be arriving in mailboxes this week. The 2021 community survey, which is being sent to 5,000