Due to improved air quality, the burn ban has been lifted.
Burn Ban upgraded to Stage 2
A Stage 2 Burn Ban has been declared by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both the Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effective Tuesday November 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. until further notice. This burn ban has been called due to inversion, poor dispersion and ventilation.
* PM2.5 levels are elevated in the upper county area.
* PM2.5 levels are elevated in the lower county area.
* Ventilation category will be poor.
* Dispersion category will be poor.
* Air quality can change … Read More
Notice of Development Application and Opportunity to Provide Comments
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE COMMENTS
File No. 926.62.16-02 – Day Care Facility
Application: On October 12, 2016 the City of Selah Planning Department received a Class 2 Use Application from Ms. Shirley Johnson-Hoy to operate a Day Care Facility. The application was determined complete for processing on October 25, 2016. The decision on this application will be made within one-hundred twenty days of the determination of complete application.
The subject property is located at 3 N. 10 Street, Selah. Washington. The subject parcel … Read More
Stage 1 Burn Ban declared for Yakima County
A Stage 1 Burn Ban has been declared by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effective Monday November 21, 2016 at 10:30 AM until further notice. This Burn Ban has been declared due to inversion, minimal dispersion and expected poor ventilation.
PM2.5 Levels are likely to elevate in the Upper County area.
PM2.5 Levels are likely to elevate in the Lower County area.
Ventilation Category will be poor.
Dispersion Category will be poor.
Air Quality can change … Read More
Campaign Signs Reminder
A friendly reminder to everyone that Selah’s Municipal Code requires that all political signs be removed within fifteen days of the election. All signs need to be removed from properties by November 23rd. If you have questions on this, please contact the Code Enforcement Officer at (509) 698-7365 or check out the Municipal Code.
City Offices Closed on November 11, 2016
Request for Proposals for Custodial work at the Selah Civic Center
City of Selah- Request for Proposals for Custodial work at the Selah Civic Center
The City of Selah is requesting proposals from qualified contractors to provide professional janitorial services for the Selah Civic Center. Custodial contractor will be responsible for cleaning interior and some exterior of the well used 14,600 sq. foot facility. Cleaning will be done 7 days a week. Work will consist of light daily routine cleaning to more in-depth floor maintenance, kitchen cleaning and event cleanup. Starting date … Read More
Job Opening — Recreation Coordinator
Recreation Coordinator – CLOSED
The City of Selah is seeking to hire a Recreation Coordinator. Under the direction of the Recreation Manager, they will create, plan, promote, and direct multiple self-sustaining recreational programs and activities. Support the Recreation Department for City-wide special events. Interact with the public by processing payments and completing participant registrations. Be part of the interview, training, and evaluation process as well as immediate supervision for part-time employees and volunteers. Salary starts at $3,053/month. For more information call … Read More
Bi-monthly recycling starting this October
Starting in October of 2016, Basin Disposal will collect recycling twice a month, on the first and third full weeks of each month. Please refer to the recycling schedule for exact dates. If you need a recycle can, or have any additional questions, call Dorraine at (509) 698-7326.
Job Opening — Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant — CLOSED
The City of Selah is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant for the Community Development and Planning Department. Job responsibilities include clerical duties in support of the City Planner, Building Inspector, and Code Enforcement Officer. Acts as primary citizen contact in the Public Works Building by answering inquiries via mail, phone, email, or in person. Prepares documents for and attends planning commission meetings. Coordinates the issuing of all building permits. Must be able to organize … Read More