Free Fair Shuttles

Yakima Transit again offers free shuttles to the Central Washington State Fair throughout its 10-day run. Click “Read More” for more information and the complete shuttle bus schedule.

2024 Fall Program Guide

Halloween egg hunt and a holiday bazaar are just a few of the highlights in the new Yakima Parks and Recreation program guide. Click “Read More” for the 2024 Fall Program Guide.

University District Annexation

On Sept. 17th the Yakima City Council will consider an annexation request for 893 acres in the Terrace Heights Area. Click “Read More” for details and map options Council will consider.

6th Ave Rebuild and Rail Renovation

The City wants to hear from the community about 6th Ave Rebuild and Rail Renovation during an open house Thursday, Sept. 19, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Garfield Elementary School, 612 N. 6th Ave.

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.

Back-to-School Safety

A new school year is here. Yakima Fire Dept offers tips to help drivers and pedestrians stay safe. Click “Read More” for details, including a refresher when stopping for a school bus.

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.

Aquatic center groundbreaking

A groundbreaking ceremony on May 8th marked the start of construction of a long-awaited aquatic center for the City of Yakima’s Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Click “Read More” for details.

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.