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The Yakima City Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on May 4, 2021, via Zoom, where key agenda items include a resolution to extend the Mayor's emergency order related to COVID-19. This meeting reflects the city's ongoing response to the pandemic and involves important discussions that impact local governance and community health.
The Yakima City Council is scheduled to conduct a regular meeting via Zoom on March 2, 2021, with a key agenda item concerning the potential extension of a Mayoral Proclamation declaring a COVID-19 emergency. The meeting's discussions will also touch on various local governance issues affecting the community.
The Yakima City Council is set to convene for a regular meeting on February 2, 2021, to address significant agenda items, including the potential extension of a Mayoral Proclamation declaring an emergency order. The meeting will also introduce new remote public comment capabilities, enhancing community engagement during council sessions.
The City of Yakima's Harman Center is offering a variety of free virtual activities for the community throughout December 2020, including a Holiday trivia contest with a deadline of December 21st. These events aim to engage residents during the holiday season while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Yakima City Manager Robert Harrison officially begins his role on September 1st, 2020, expressing enthusiasm for collaborating with the community and city staff. His appointment marks a significant step for the Yakima City Council, which will also conduct an oath of office during their regular meeting on the same day.
The Yakima City Council's regular meeting on August 4, 2020, will address critical agenda items, including a COVID-19 update and the potential extension of the Mayoral Proclamation declaring an emergency order. This meeting reflects the city's ongoing response to the pandemic and community engagement efforts. Local residents are encouraged to attend to stay informed about important decisions affecting Yakima.
The Yakima City Council will convene for a regular meeting on March 3rd, 2020, at 5:30 pm to discuss significant agenda items, including the Yakima Valley Tourism 2019 Annual Report and a resolution regarding the Tahoma Cemetery Blue Star Memorial Agreement. This meeting highlights the Council's commitment to transparency and community engagement in local governance.
Trick-or-treating in Yakima's historic Barge-Chestnut neighborhood is expected to draw over 1,000 participants this Halloween, prompting local authorities to implement traffic safety measures. The collaboration between the City of Yakima, the Yakima Police Department, and the Barge-Chestnut Neighborhood Association aims to ensure a safe environment for families and children.
Larry Patterson, one of the three interim city manager candidates for Yakima, has withdrawn from consideration after accepting another position, as confirmed by the Yakima City Council. This change comes just ahead of the planned interviews scheduled for October 1, 2019, highlighting the ongoing search for leadership in the city.
The Yakima City Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on September 3rd, 2019, where they will review an ordinance to repeal Chapter 9.25 of the Municipal Code related to Cruising Control. The meeting will also include discussions on a lease agreement with Food. This session is critical for local governance and community engagement.