Commissioner Kyle Curtis

05/20/2026

What’s happening in Yakima County!?! 📬

https://www.yakimacounty.us/2615/BOCC-Newsletters

05/14/2026

University of Washington President Robert J. Jones joining us for ! 💜

For all the that missed the UW Alumni Association event this weekend… they promised to be back soon!

has over 670 students currently studying at UW campuses and we proudly boast a total of 3,500 graduates!!!

05/13/2026

Today our Yakima County Development Association announced that we were selected to host the Forum for the Agricultural Robotics Industry (FIRA) on Oct. 20-22 in Yakima! 🍎🌄🚜

Learn more about the conference at https://fira-usa.com/.

05/12/2026

39% of our community members experiencing homelessness are “chronically homeless.” 🎒

Solving this requires unique strategies and commitments. 💡I welcome your ideas, thoughts and input! 🎤

Thank you to Justice Housing Yakima for hosting and showing the film “Beyond The Bridge.” An award-winning documentary that explores the root causes of homelessness and highlights proven, evidence-based solutions.

While I don’t agree 100% with everything in the film, it does a balanced approach of looking at permanent supportive housing as a solution for some of our most chronic homeless community members. The success is in the numbers.

At the end of the day, for someone who is chronically homeless, permanent supportive housing (PSH) with wraparound services, leads to the greatest positive outcome.

Thank you to the 100s of community members that showed up to watch the film, ask challenging questions and committed to being part of the solution.

05/11/2026

🙏Thank you to our 900+ Employees for your service each and every day! We appreciate you! ✨

Last week was National Public Service Recognition Week held in part by Partnership for Public Service.

Our Yakima County Human Resources Department hosted multiple functions and events throughout the week to show appreciation.

Yakima County Department of Corrections
Yakima County Sheriff's Office
Yakima County Sheriff’s Office Foundation
Yakima County Solid Waste Division
Yakima Valley Emergency Management

05/10/2026

It was a busy and beautiful day in our !!!

🎓Congratulations to the 249 graduates of Heritage University - Class of 2026!

💦Perfect weather for the City of Zillah and Zillah Chamber Community Days and the opening of the SPLASH PARK!

🏃A Leadership Yakima Community Fun Run/Walk benefitting our Safe Yakima Valley!

🟪 Yakima County turned purple today celebrating UW Alumni Association with a visit from the new University of Washington President Robert J. Jones!

04/29/2026

Congrats to Papé Kenworth on their grand opening of their brand-new location in Yakima! 🚒🚚🚛

With over 42,000 sq. ft. this state-of-the art facility will feature 15 service bays and has doubled the number of mechanics.

04/21/2026

Congrats to Treveri Cellars on being named “Influencers” and “Trailblazers” by Sip Magazine! 🥂

02/14/2026

Thank you Rep. Debra Manjarrez for putting forth this important bill. 👏🏘🏡🏠 Now its up to the Senate!

The bill achieves a shared goal of increasing access to safe modular housing and generally improving housing affordability. It will save time and money by allowing L&I to use third-party inspectors in other states.

A bill that would make it easier for factory-built homes and commercial structures to meet building standards was approved by the state House of Representatives.