Dear Selah Citizens:
There have been a number of citizens who have asked the current status on several projects going on with the City, and I’d like to address those for this month’s letter.
First is the status on Volunteer Park, an all-inclusive park. While it is true that the City of Selah faired very well in the application for the $359,000.00 from the State of Washington, we could not count on the money until the State legislature passed their budget. We … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
There has been much controversy regarding land development and construction of residential structures in our city. I have stated many times that the way to correct this seemingly monstrous issue is to change that portion of the Selah Municipal code that deals with this matter. While it has been said that companies build certain types of residential structures that our citizens deem offensive and unbefitting for our community, the current building codes do in fact allow it. Whether … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
Spring is here and Selah is starting to bloom. Selah Community Days are just a week away, and activities in the parks are plentiful as usual.
I have some good news to share. Selah now has a new City Administrator. Mr. Donald Wayman joined the City team on the 1st of May and is working to get up to speed on what Selah projects are underway.
Also, starting May 13th, Selah residents are invited by the City of Selah to … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
Many of you have commented, either to me or members of your City Council, about your dismay on the increased monthly utility bills. The only legal way to address the financial problems that I was presented with after taking office was to use the utility billing service as a source of revenue, which the City Council voted on and passed. I have promised you transparency of government, and what follows is the best explanation that I can offer you.
On … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
As our city grows and changes, one thing that remains constant is our pride in our community.
As part of the efforts to draw new businesses and tourists to our city, the Selah Downtown Association (SDA) was formed. This non-profit organization will work with the City to make Selah an even more attractive place for folks to come and visit, come and shop, and to bring in new business and industry opportunities. One of the items the City is … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
During 2014 I spoke with you on several occasions regarding the possibility of renovation or new construction of the Selah Civic Center. As part of this endeavor the City Council approved the purchase of several pieces of property adjacent to the Civic Center for parking lot expansion and a Transit park and ride, and also acquired the property across from Lince Elementary School with the intent of building a new City Hall and Police Station at that location … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
With the month of December upon us, we are bringing a very active 2014 to a close, and moving forward to what we hope will be a prosperous 2015. With the school construction projects nearing completion in some areas and new businesses looking to occupy newly constructed store spaces, we can honestly say that Selah is progressing.
The Selah City Council is looking at the ominous task of approving the 2015 budget. In that budget proposal is a utility … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
I have been speaking with you about my vision for Selah regarding a renovation of the Civic Center and a new municipal building to replace the current City Hall. This month I wish to discuss an update on those projects and present you with a summary of our annual Retreat.
At this year’s Retreat, Council discussed in-depth our budget issues for both the Police Department and the Fire Department. We will be hosting an informational forum to let you … Read More
Dear Selah Citizens:
Some time ago I wrote about my vision to start a project to beautify the downtown core of our City. In February of 2012, a committee comprised of several members of the Selah City Council, a number of Selah business people, and citizens was formed for that purpose. Ideas started to come across the table during our meetings to provide a facelift to the main street. With every idea there was always the question, “how do we get … Read More
Hello Selah Citizens:
When I first settled in our great community of Selah, I was very impressed with its cleanliness and its friendly people. At that time my wife and I had children of school age, and the Selah School District, as far as I am concerned, is second to none. As our family grew, so did our fine city. The population increased with the growth of the beautiful housing neighborhoods that sprang up. The infrastructure and transportation needs were being met by your government’s … Read More