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The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Yakima, expecting temperatures to soar as high as 107 degrees from August 2nd to August 4th, 2017. Residents are urged to take extra precautions to stay safe during this extreme heat event. This advisory highlights the importance of community awareness regarding weather-related dangers.
The Yakima City Council invites volunteers to apply for a newly established Aquatics Ad Hoc Committee aimed at exploring the feasibility of a new public pool. This initiative reflects the council's commitment to enhancing community recreational facilities. Applications can be submitted to the City Clerk’s office.
Traffic restrictions will be implemented on 72nd Avenue due to a roadway and manhole repair project scheduled for June 1, 2017. The repairs follow damage caused by the roadway sinking, which is expected to affect local traffic for most of the day.
The “March for Immigrants” is scheduled for May 1st in Downtown Yakima, starting and ending at Miller Park, with participants encouraged to gather at noon. This event aims to highlight the importance of immigrant rights and community solidarity in the region. Local residents are invited to join and express their support for immigrant communities.
The City of Yakima's Refuse Division announces a delayed start for yard waste collection, shifting the date from the usual March 1st to April 3rd due to an unusually harsh winter. Residents are encouraged to prepare for the new schedule as the city adapts to the changing seasonal conditions.
Yard waste collection in Yakima is delayed until April 3rd due to an unusually long winter characterized by excessive snow, ice, and cold temperatures. Typically beginning on March 1st, the postponement impacts local residents who rely on this service for yard maintenance. The City Refuse Division aims to resume regular collection as warmer weather approaches.
The City of Yakima is seeking volunteers to fill three open positions on the newly established Tree Board, particularly encouraging those with arborist training and tree-related experience to apply. This initiative aims to enhance community involvement in urban forestry and tree management. Interested candidates should submit their applications to the City Clerk's office.
The Yakima City Council invites local volunteers to apply for open positions on the Yakima Housing Authority Board, Board of Appeals, and the Henry Beauchamp, Jr. Community Center Advisory Committee. This call for volunteers highlights the city’s commitment to community engagement and the importance of citizen participation in local governance.
Significant upgrades have been completed at Rosalma Garden Club Park in Yakima, enhancing its aesthetic appeal thanks to local developer Hogback Development and construction firm Stephens and Sons Construction. These improvements, initiated in late 2016, reflect a commitment to community enhancement and local collaboration.
Asphalt work will close a section of South 2nd Street in Yakima on November 1st, causing significant traffic delays. Local drivers are advised to seek alternate routes during the construction hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The project highlights ongoing infrastructure improvements in the city.