City of Pullman New Year's Day Closures

Pullman, WALocal News

In observance of New Year’s Day, Pullman City Hall and several city services will be closed on January 1, 2025. The Pullman Administrative Offices, Recreation Center, and Senior Center will not be open to the public on this holiday. The Pullman Aquatic & Fitness Center will have a two-day closure, from December 31, 2024, to January 1, 2025, to accommodate both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day festivities. Patrons of the Neill Public Library should also note that it will be closed on January 1. Pullman Transit is suspending all services for the day, with normal operations set to resume on January 2, 2025.

Despite these closures, emergency services will remain operational to ensure community safety. The announcement was made public on December 30, 2024, and highlights the city's commitment to keeping residents informed. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly for the holiday schedule.

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