Yakima City Council October 2nd Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting yesterday, Tuesday, October 2nd. Action by the Council yesterday included: Reading a New Citizens Day Proclamation. Introducing Finance and Budget Director Steve Groom. Recognizing the City’s Wastewater Division for receiving the “2017 Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance Award” from the Department of Ecology. Receiving a report on the


First Friday Kickoff for Windows Alive! Display

Empty storefronts in Downtown Yakima will come alive again on Friday, October 5th when the talents of local artists are put on public display for the latest “Windows Alive!” installment. Five years ago, the Yakima Arts Commission, an advisory group appointed by the Yakima City Council, developed the idea to harness the creativity of Central


Randall Park Parking Lot Re-Opens October 1st

The 44th Avenue parking lot at the City of Yakima’s Randall Park re-opens today, Monday, Oct. 1st. The parking lot had been closed for improvements that include resurfacing and additional parking spaces.  “There is still some work to complete on the parking lot lights and landscaping, but the lot is open for use starting today,”


Water Service Line Install to Restrict Traffic on Fruitvale Blvd

Installation of new water service will result in traffic restrictions on Fruitvale Boulevard between North 24th Avenue and North 28th Avenue from Monday, October 1st through Friday October 5th.  Work on the project will begin at 7:00 am and last until 3:30 pm each day. The installation is for Regal Mobile Home Park, 2700 Fruitvale


Harman Center Launches “Toys for Tots” Drive

The City of Yakima’s Harman Center is getting a jump start on the holiday season with a “Toys for Tots” toy drive that begins next Monday, October 1st. “We are trying to continue to give back to the community through quarterly projects,” said Recreation Program Supervisor Leslie Richards. Those wishing to participate can bring new,


Pit bull ban repeal takes effect Sept. 23rd

A long-standing ban on pit bull dogs in the city of Yakima will be lifted effective this Sunday, September 23rd. During its meeting on August 21st, the Yakima City Council repealed Municipal Code Chapter 6.18 that banned pit bull dogs. Prior to that, the Council previously amended Municipal Code 6.20, which added language regarding dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs.