A $12,000 state grant will help the City of Yakima explore the possibility of establishing Naches Avenue as a Local Historic District in the City of Yakima. The funds are from the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historical Preservation (DAHP). The grant was announced during the City of Yakima’s Historic Preservation Commission meeting on
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Water Line Work to Close Portion Of South 6th Street
Water line work will result in closure of 6th Street between Rainier Street and La Salle Street on Tuesday, July 9th. Work on the project will begin at 7:00 am and last until 3:30 pm. Due to heavy traffic volumes on 6th Street, drivers can expect delays and should use alternate routes if possible until
Yakima Parks Hosting Free Concerts, Movies
City of Yakima parks will be alive with the sound of music – and movies – during three different series that begin this week. “The idea is to encourage families to bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the free concerts and films outdoors,” said Parks & Recreation Manager Ken Wilkinson. “The community is invited
Yakima City Council July 2nd Regular Meeting Review
The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting yesterday, Tuesday, July 2nd. Action by the Council yesterday included: Approving a request from the Community Integration Committee for 2020 Census support. Appointing Assistant Mayor Dulce Gutiérrez council liaison to the Community Integration Committee. Approving a letter of support for La Casa Hogar citizenship grant application. Agreeing
Free Yakima Transit Shuttle Bus Service to July 4th at State Fair Park
Free shuttle bus service to and from the 4th of July celebration at State Fair Park this Thursday will be provided once again by Yakima Transit this year. Shuttle buses will operate continuously every 15 to 20 minutes from 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm and from 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm from three Park and
City of Yakima Closures for July 4th Holiday
Many of the City of Yakima’s facilities will be closed for Independence Day this Thursday, July 4th. That includes City Hall, Y-PAC, Public Works, the Harman Center, 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
July 2019 City of Yakima Issues Brief e-Newsletter
Click the following link to see the July 2019 City of Yakima Issues Brief e-Newsletter – The July 2019 Issues Brief e-Newsletter includes articles, photos, links and City contact phone numbers. Issues Brief is a monthly publication of the City of Yakima Community Relations Office.
Yakima City Council July 2nd Regular Meeting Preview
The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, July 2nd in Council Chambers at Yakima City Hall, 129 North 2nd Street. Agenda items for the July 2nd regular meeting include: Receiving a request from the Community Integration Committee for 2020 Census support. Making an appointment to the City of
Stormwater Pipe Repair to Restrict Traffic on Nob Hill Boulevard
Repairs to a stormwater pipe will restrict westbound traffic to one lane on Nob Hill Boulevard between 19th Avenue and 21st Avenue on Monday, July 1st and Tuesday, July 2nd. Work on the project will begin at 6:00 am and last until 4:00 pm both days. In addition, the turn lane in the project area
Street Closure Planned for Yakima Uncorked
A section of 3rd Street will be closed in Downtown Yakima this Saturday, June 29th for the Yakima Uncorked Wine, Brew and Food Fest. Third Street will be closed to vehicle traffic between Yakima Avenue and East Chestnut Avenue during Yakima Uncorked, which is from 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm on Saturday. Crews will begin
