The Cone Zone

Several projects are planned this summer in the City of Yakima. Click “Read More” about temporary traffic impacts. Check back as this page will be updated throughout the summer.

Yakima Parks concert, movie series

Yakima Parks & Recreation offers free outdoor movies and concerts! Click “Read More” for the Summer Sunset Concert, Viva La Musica and Outdoor Summer Cinema series.

Make every drop count!

A drought emergency has been declared for most of Washington state due to low snowpack and forecasts of dry weather. Click “Read More” for tips from the City of Yakima to conserve water.

Yard waste collection

Outdoor burning is illegal in the City of Yakima. Click “Read More” to learn about the City of Yakima Refuse Division’s yard waste pickup service, available through Nov. 30th.

Downtown Parking Changes

Parking in a City of Yakima lot is free for three hours and on-street parking is free for two hours. Click “Read More” for more on downtown parking and options to purchase parking permits.

Community Cleanup April 27th

Households from Nob Hill Blvd to Washington Ave, between 16th Ave and Voelker Ave can participate in a free cleanup from 8 am to 12 pm on April 27th. Click “Read More” for details.

City Irrigation Season

April 1st marks the start of the City of Yakima’s irrigation season. Click “Read More” for tips to prep for irrigation, the irrigation system’s history and contact numbers for more information.

Best Tasting Water award

For two years in a row the City of Yakima has been voted as having the best tasting water in Central Washington. Click “Read More” for more refreshing details about the City’s water.

Online Payment Changes

The City’s transition to a new online utility payment provider is tentatively extended to mid-March. Click “Read More” for details about the transition and other payment options.

Feb. 2024 Issues Brief

Learn about the new interim city manager, big improvements for N. 1st Street and much more in the February Issues Brief e-newsletter. Click “Read More” for your copy.