Community members assist with snow removal

Throughout the city of Yakima, neighbors are helping neighbors with removing snow from driveways and sidewalks during a winter that has seen record snowfall during the month of February. One example is in the Meadowbrook area where Elder Pinhey, a missionary with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, has been assisting residents with


Yakima City Council February 19th Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting yesterday, Tuesday, February 19th. Action by the Council yesterday included: Approving a contract with Next Step Housing for $1 million of HOME investment funds to assist with land acquisition and development of the Bicycle Apartments. Authorizing an agreement with OIC of Washington for operation and maintenance of


Take Steps to Prevent Freezing Pipes

As outside temperatures continue to plummet overnight, the likelihood of freezing pipes increases. Frozen pipes are at higher risk of bursting, which can lead to costly water damage. “Fortunately, there are steps residents and building owners can take to reduce the risk of freezing pipes,” said Assistant Public Works Director David Brown. The following are


Holiday Closures Planned for Presidents Day

Many of the City of Yakima’s facilities will be closed Monday, February 18th, for Presidents Day. That includes City Hall, Y-PAC, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation offices. Business offices for the Police and Fire Departments will be closed. Emergency services will remain available. Yakima Transit will not provide bus service Monday. The City’s Harman