Work on Nelson Dam Project to Result in Temporary Lane Closure

Work continues on the Nelson Dam removal and replacement project, requiring a temporary single lane closure of South Naches Road at Powerhouse Road. This lane closure began Tuesday, September 6th, and continues through Friday, October 7th. It is in effect during scheduled project work hours of 6:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. Flaggers and … Continued

Yakima City Council September 20th Regular Meeting Preview

The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 20th, 2022. Agenda items for the September 20th regular meeting include: Constitution Week proclamation Resolution authorizing a contract with Yakima Housing Authority in the amount of $300,000 of HOME Investment funds for acquisition reimbursement for the construction of a 54-unit … Continued

Tree Removal to Impact Traffic on 16th Avenue

A section of 16th Avenue will be reduced to one lane next Monday, September 12th, for a tree removal project at Milroy Park. Northbound traffic on 16th Avenue will be one lane between Browne Avenue and Lincoln Avenue during scheduled work hours of 6:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday. The sidewalk along that section of … Continued

Summitview Avenue Resurfacing to Impact Traffic

A project to resurface Summitview Avenue and replace curb ramps will impact traffic for about three weeks starting, Monday, September 12th. Intermittent lane closures will occur on Summitview Avenue from 40th Avenue to 48th Avenue and 56th Avenue to 72nd Avenue during project work hours of 7:00 am to 5:30 pm on weekdays. Traffic impacts … Continued

Yakima City Council September 6th Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 6th. Action taken by the Council included: Issuing a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month Recognizing Joan Davenport for 35 years of service Receiving an update from the West Valley School District Appointing Maria Cornejo to the youth position on the Parks & Recreation Commission … Continued

Sept. 2022 Issues Brief e-Newsletter

Click the following link for the City of Yakima’s September 2022 Issues Brief e-newsletter – Issues Brief is published monthly by the City of Yakima Community Relations Office.

Traffic Signal Upgrade to Impact Yakima Avenue and 7th Avenue

A traffic signal upgrade will impact the intersection of Yakima Avenue and 7th Avenue tomorrow, Wednesday, September 7th. Crews will be upgrading the traffic signal heads at the intersection from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm this Wednesday. The traffic signal will not be in operation during the work hours. Traffic will be restricted to one … Continued

Yakima City Council September 6th Regular Meeting Preview

The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 6th, 2022. Agenda items for the September 6th regular meeting include: Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation Millennium Plaza Restoration Update Review dates and times for 2023 annual budget study sessions on Oct. 4, 6 and 11 Click the following link for … Continued

Fall/Winter 2022 Bus Book Now Available

Yakima Transit has issued its new Fall/Winter 2022 Bus Book. It shows City bus routes, schedules, maps, fares, and helpful information on services such as Dial-A-Ride, Vanpool, and Bikes on the Bus. The Fall/Winter 2022 Bus Book is available at Yakima City Hall, 129 N. 2nd Street; the City’s Public Works Administration Building, 2301 Fruitvale … Continued

Yakima Transit Fare Free Starting Oct. 1st for Youths 18 and Younger

Beginning Saturday, October 1st, those ages 18 and younger can ride Yakima Transit for free thanks to action last month by the Yakima City Council and a grant from the state of Washington. Yakima Transit will offer fare-free service to those ages 18 and younger on all forms of Yakima Transit services. These include Yakima … Continued