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The City of Ellensburg will host two Community Conversation Workshops on August 20 and September 6, 2025, to discuss an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan focusing on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The workshops aim to gather diverse community viewpoints and prepare for a follow-up Common Ground Workshop on October 4, 2025.
The Water Street Overlay Project in Ellensburg, Washington, received an update on August 8, 2025, regarding its progress. The project, which focuses on public works and utility improvements, has implemented traffic cones to facilitate safety during construction. Local officials emphasize the importance of these upgrades for community infrastructure.
The Ellensburg Police Department will host the "Cop on Top" event on August 15, 2025, at Fred Meyer to raise funds for local Special Olympic athletes. The event features raffles, goodie bags for kids, and backpacks for the first 150 attendees. All proceeds will support local athletes.
The Ellensburg City Council will hold a study session and meeting on August 4, 2025, to discuss various housing market and economic issues. Local residents are encouraged to attend the town hall meeting at Sixth Avenue to engage with council members.
National Night Out will take place on August 5, 2025, in Ellensburg, Washington. This event aims to strengthen community ties through fun activities, promoting safety and awareness in neighborhoods. Local residents are encouraged to participate and engage with their community.
Kittitas County will host an Accessory Dwelling Unit Information Session on August 19, 2025, at a community center in Ellensburg. The event aims to educate residents about secondary suites, featuring speakers like Otis Halbert Holmes and Lily Frey. This initiative supports local housing needs and development.
Crews will complete northbound paving on Water Street today and begin work on the southbound lane tomorrow. High temperatures have slowed progress, prompting earlier work stoppages to ensure road quality. Residents should park outside the affected area to avoid access issues during work hours.
Day shift paving on Water Street in Ellensburg begins on Monday, July 28, 2025. The work will start at 8:00 AM local time and aims to improve local infrastructure. Residents are advised to plan for potential delays.
3rd Avenue in Ellensburg reopened for the weekend, while Lincoln Street remains closed at the intersection due to ongoing public works. This road closure impacts local traffic patterns and access within the area.
Ellensburg's City Council convenes on July 21, 2025, at 7 PM local time for a meeting. The event will take place via phone and aims to address municipal matters. Residents can access additional information through the city's official website.