Yakima City Council August 3, 2026

The City of Yakima held a City Council meeting on August 3, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included a resolution authorizing an agreement with the three Yakama Rotary Clubs for the purchase and installation of a new $250,000 playground at Larson Park, with additional financial support from Kuanas and Parker Youth and Sports. The council also approved amendments to the city's contract with Christensen, Inc. for fleet fuel cart services and awarded a contract to Albina Asphalt for liquid asphalt and fog seal products. Additionally, the council adopted the annual action plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funds, highlighting expenditures on emergency home repairs, affordable housing projects with Catholic Charities and Habitat for Humanity, and ongoing loan monitoring. Budget amendments were approved, including a $36,000 JAG grant for police forensic software, $156,000 for taser replacements, and $120,000 for Franklin Pool operations and repairs. The council also approved a loan agreement with the Washington State Public Works Board for the 6th Avenue Roadway Project. Discussions included utility rate increases to fund fire services, updates on wildfire response efforts, and concerns about power outages due to Pacific Power's safety settings. The council scheduled a special meeting to discuss utility billing and received updates on homelessness programs and community development initiatives. Overall, the meeting focused on capital improvements, contract awards, grant funding allocations, and budget adjustments to support city services and infrastructure.