The City of Yakima developed “Clean City” as a program in which to address the chronic blight plaguing neighborhoods in the City of Yakima.  Under the direction of Public Works, a coordinated effort to execute a successful program is required utilizing Public Works, Codes, Yakima Police Department and Sunrise Outreach.

Attached for City Council review is the 2021 1st Quarter Report.  Below is a summary of the accomplishments and cost over the 1st quarter period:

2021 1st Quarter (January – March) Report Highlights:

·        Graffiti incidents                                 1,092

·        Shopping Carts Removed                  316

·        Homeless Encampments Cleaned     79

·        Garbage Removed (Tons)                  29

·        Homeless Individuals Contacted        2,375

·        Abandoned/Junk Vehicles                  114

·        Dangerous Buildings                          3

Cost = $ 65,460.19