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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.
A road improvement project on 11th Avenue in Yakima will disrupt traffic on October 3rd and 4th, affecting a one-block area between Yakima Avenue and Chestnut Avenue. The project aims to enhance the frontage for a nearby business, with work scheduled to begin at 7:00 am each day. Residents are advised to plan for delays during this time.
A ribbon cutting ceremony on September 2nd will celebrate the completion of significant road improvements at the intersection of 72nd Avenue and Mead Avenue in Yakima, enhancing safety for the local community and nearby schools. The project is expected to have a positive impact on traffic flow and pedestrian safety in the area.
Traffic signals at the intersection of 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard in Yakima will be temporarily shut down on Sunday, July 31st, 2016, for maintenance work on the signal head and wiring. City crews are set to conduct the repairs, which may disrupt traffic during the day. Local drivers are advised to plan accordingly to avoid delays.
Yakima Transit is once again offering free shuttle bus service for the 4th of July celebration at State Fair Park, operating from 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm and later from 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm. This initiative is aimed at facilitating easy access to the festivities and enhancing public transport options for attendees. The shuttle service underscores Yakima's commitment to community engagement and transportation accessibility.