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The council unanimously approved a motion to direct staff to bring back a presentation on a potential EMS levy.
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黑料福利社 Trolleys' operating agreement with the city expired on Dec. 31, and the rides might be the last聽for the foreseeable future.
Yakima firefighters are grappling with the fast-approaching closure of the station after the City Council approved major cuts to the聽2026聽budget last month.
The Sunnyside City Council passed a 2026 budget that cuts some positions, imposes a hiring freeze for others, and increases utility rates 5%.
For months, the council has been extending its contract聽with 黑料福利社 Trolleys. Council members will revisit a decision on a new contract in January, after the existing contract has expired.聽
Council members approved a 1% increase to utility tax rates on Tuesday night.聽The changes will not increase utility rates for consumers, but instead will be absorbed short-term by the city.
Yakima Police Chief Shawn Boyle said the cuts could have significant impacts, especially on quality-of-life issues like parking, homeless response and animal control.
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The council added more budget cuts, agreeing to close Franklin Park pool next year and eliminate three street maintenance positions.
A plan to ask Yakima voters for $6 million in additional tax revenue while avoiding cuts to public safety and popular parks and recreation off…
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