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Burn ban lifted

Due improved air quality conditions, The current Burn Ban has been Lifted by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both the Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effective Tuesday January 26, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. until further notice.

YRCAA would like to thank the public for their cooperation during this extended burn ban.

Stage 2 Burn Ban downgraded to Stage 1

Due to slightly improved air quality conditions, The current Stage 2 Burn Ban has been Downgraded to Stage 1 by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both the Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effective Tuesday January 19, 2016 at 3:20 p.m. until further notice. CLICK HERE for complete details. 

Architectural Services request for RFQs

The City of Selah, Washington is requesting Statements of Qualifications from qualified individuals and firms to provide professional architectural and engineering services for the design and construction administration of a Civic Center / Convention Center and a City Hall / Police Station. CLICK HERE for full details.

Emergency Management Alert System

Yakima County is implementing a new emergency notification system, for all citizens of Yakima County. The new system will allow the 911 Dispatch centers in Yakima County to notify residents in case of emergencies, such as fires, floods and severe weather. The new system has the capability to notify citizens through many pathways, including voice messaging to land line and cell phones, text messages, emails, fax and pagers. Citizens can register multiple phone numbers, emails and addresses, as well as … Read More

Stage 2 Burn Ban

A Stage 2 Burn Ban has been declared by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both the Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effectiveTuesday December 22, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. until further notice.  This burn ban has been called due to inversion, very 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 rapidly; please keep watching and we will … Read More

Job Openings – Code Enforcement & Stormwater Specialist

CODE ENFORCEMENT & STORMWATER SPECIALIST

The City of Selah is seeking a Code Enforcement & Stormwater Specialist. Job functions include enforcement of adopted municipal codes, and related regulations of building constructions, abatement of public nuisances, and other zoning violations. Issues citations as appropriate. Also, enforces municipal code on stormwater management for developments, construction site erosion and sediment control. Minimum qualifications include experience in law enforcement, code enforcement, and knowledge of Washington stormwater regulations. Salary of $3,500-$4,000 per month. A complete job … Read More

Comprehensive Plan Update Information

The City of Selah is updating its Comprehensive Plan as required by the Washington State Growth Management Act. Draft and final versions of plan elements and development regulations will be discussed at regularly scheduled Planning Commission meetings. Click here to view currently available elements, development regulations and the Public Participation Plan. CLICK HERE for additional information and to view the draft version of the plan elements.

Burn Ban downgraded to Stage 1

SUBJECT:    YAKIMA COUNTY – BURN BAN Downgraded to Stage 1.

Due to improved Air Quality the Burn Ban has been downgraded to Stage 1 by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both the Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effective Thursday December 3, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. until further notice.

 Air quality can change rapidly; please keep watching and we will update the situation as necessary.

 Please Note:  Restrictions may differ within the exterior boundaries of the Yakama Reservation. 

Reminder:

During a Stage 1 Burn Ban:

All … Read More