Click the following link for the May 2024 Issues Brief e-Newsletter – This month features groundbreaking for Aquatic Center at MLK Jr. Park, Aviation Day, community cleanup, YFD push-in ceremony, outdoor movie night sponsorships and Dozer Day. Issues Brief is the City of Yakima monthly newsletter published by the City’s Community Relations Office.
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Parks & Recreation Seeks Sponsors for Outdoor Summer Cinema Series
The City of Yakima’s annual Outdoor Summer Cinema Series at Chesterley Park is fast approaching. It is an opportunity for Yakima residents to watch free movies under the stars for an inexpensive “night out” for families. “This cinema series not only adds to Yakima’s overall quality of life but is a great opportunity to bring members of
Project at 48th and Washington to Impact Traffic
An acceleration lane update will impact traffic this Thursday, May 16th, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and 48th Avenue. A City of Yakima Signs and Markings crew will install raised pavement markings for the acceleration lane at the intersection from 8:00 am to 11:00 am Thursday. Traffic on South 48th Avenue will be right
Yakima Airport Hosts First Aviation Day
Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field (YKM) hosts its inaugural Aviation Day on Saturday, June 1st, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The free, family-friendly event will include a variety of aircraft on display, with numerous booths highlighting the aviation industry. “There will be aircraft of all kinds, food and fun!” said Airport Director Rob Hodgman. “We
Tree Removal to Impact Yakima Avenue Traffic
Yakima Avenue will be one lane westbound between 6th Street and Naches Avenue tomorrow, Wednesday, May 15th, from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm for a tree removal project. The tree is being removed because it is causing damage to the adjacent sidewalk. Access to properties in the project area will be maintained as best as
Yakima City Council May 14th, 2024 Study Session Preview
The Yakima City Council will hold a study session at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024. Agenda items for the May 14th study session include: Click the following link for the entire May 14th study session agenda packet – NovusAGENDA The meeting will be held via Zoom and in person at Yakima City Hall,
Asphalt Repairs to Restrict Traffic on Nob Hill Boulevard
Asphalt repairs will result in traffic restrictions on Nob Hill Boulevard between 34th Avenue and 37th Avenue starting Monday, May 13th through Wednesday May 15th. Work on the project will begin at 5:00 am and last until around 3:30 pm each day. Traffic will be limited to one lane in both directions in the project
Volunteer Opportunities on City Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Yakima City Council is seeking volunteers interested in serving on City of Yakima boards, committees, and commissions: It is the responsibility of the City Council to appoint people to serve on the governing bodies of those organizations. More about the volunteer opportunities: Some commissions require a supplemental application or resume to be submitted. Additional
Yakima City Council May 7th, 2024 Regular Meeting Preview
The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024. Agenda items for the May 7th regular meeting include: Click the following link for the entire April 16th meeting agenda packet – NovusAGENDA The meeting will be held via Zoom and in person at Yakima City Hall, 129
Irrigation Main Line Project to Impact Traffic in the Mead Avenue and 3rd Avenue Area
A project involving the repair of Naches-Cowiche Canal Association irrigation main lines will impact traffic overnight in the area of 3rd Avenue and Mead Avenue on Monday, May 6th and Tuesday, May 7th. Work on the project will take place both days from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. On May 6th, the section of Mead
