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Home My WebLink About10/21/2025 09.D. 2024 Trolley Report Presentation `y � ljlt i! 'I!I, (7A r : s . BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDA STATEMENT Item No. 9.D. For Meeting of: October 21, 2025 ITEM TITLE: 2024 Trolley Report Presentation (General Fund) SUBMITTED BY: *Bill Preston, Community Development Director Trevor Martin, Planning Manager SUMMARY EXPLANATION: Presentation of the 2024 Trolley Operating Report. Responding to request regarding SEPA requirement for the YVT Operating Agreement. ITEM BUDGETED: N/A STRATEGIC PRIORITY 24-25: A Resilient Yakima RECOMMENDATION: Provide direction for staff regarding 2026-2030 Yakima Valley Trolley Operating Agreement. ATTACHMENTS: 2024 YVT Annual Report.pdf 127 4k \I, likk , • vily yAKI ALL ...„, III it, %kit, I ir 1 oitik, , , . rI ,OR ,,_ , ,. _- .-•,..- . 1 1 1 - ' !i y Y i , 1 )= - .. _ -,... -k 0 cin o I •, --- - . .,. le 1,1 S k• ---' dk.,-.4 Te , 2 - , . , ----4E- ---' ,i , k ' i , 4, 1. rf I : i , ... I,\ .° I 4! ' • Z fig, ( JIH illi''' -4' ANNUAL 4 , - _4:41. • .EP I .... . , •, .1. ' .„ eN •,-, ' f` • -1. k , . . RT 1ke:t .4- .... . - . , - • 4V-'..-' 0 - .'4-- - -, •, - ' ------ .:-::._ ' ' - --' - • •_a c • ,,, TIP . _ ' - '...r - . - ',110Ort. ' i'W" \ ' ii 4. 1 "'''' '''.';4-"" ` 1 2 8 , .- • j. t.t.f:ti-:.--- •-., . '_-'.'--r -4,a•- -%-*, ' -. - .* , ': --.: .-- - .: . ,-, - .'-, ,- t.',....--.‘nfif,-;-.,,,..r.,.-..-7 :A' '' - - ''''' ' 'Z.,-'.., . ,..1, :.,r4, .. . '1. 7-I.'?-:, ', .,, 7:. :,:,-,?L-_7._._„...r•4 IP.'.' •1 .,,,,r, . r COVER PHOTO:YVT WAS FEATURED ON KING5 EVENING(FORMERLY EVENING MAGAZINE),THE PREMIER SHOW HIGHLIGHTING THE BEST OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST! PICTURED HERE,YVT VOL- UNTEERS TAKE A QUICK BREAK FROM FILMING WITH HOSTJIM DEVER. 129 ROLLEY SINCE 1907 4 ANNUAL REPORT 131 Contents 6 - Mission &Vision 7- Officers & Board 5 9 - Letter from the President 10 - Highlights from the Year 2024 FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL Fir 31 - Financial Performance, Ridership &Visitation, 2025 Outlook 32- Financial Statements 34 - Railway and Museum Operation and Promotion Schedule ANNUAL REPORT 132 Our Mission The mission of the Yakima Valley Trolleys association is to pre- serve, restore, maintain and operate the former Yakima Valley Transportation Company railroad line in such fashion as to pres- ent a historically accurate representation of day-to-day opera- tions of the Yakima Valley Transportation Company. 6 Our Vision We recognize that the Yakima Valley Transportation Company (YVT) is the last intact, early 20th Century electric interurban railroad left in the United States. We believe it must be preserved for future generations of all Americans so that they may expe- rience what interurban electric railroading was like at the begin- ning of the 20th Century. In addition to preserving and maintaining the artifacts, rolling stock and infrastructure of the YVT railroad, we strive to broad- en and enhance the appreciation of this railroad as a national as- set. Toward that end, we are working to see it become a National Historic Landmark. ANNUAL REPORT 133 • OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Il = Kenneth G. Johnsen, D.D.S., President ; Paul D. Edmondson,J.D., Vice President RobertJ. DesgrosellierJr., Secretary Larry Fournier, Treasurer Glenn Denman, CBCO/CFCO Gregory Johnsen, M.S. r--, Joe Mann Russell Wentworth _ ipaimm LI:P: ,i ' 417:11\.......... -----7',-, - . t _ 0+ ! -= . : v. .= 914 -' . .________\ FOUNDED IN 2001 BY KENNETH JOHNSEN, PAUL EDMONDSON ANDJERRY HENDERSON 1__-- �. 134 Report /0"--"Niks\ Annual F 1\ ANNUAL REPORT 135 The Yakima Valley Trolleys endure because of people like you Greetings: As we look back on a milestone year—the 50th anniversary of restored trolley service in Ya- kima—I'm struck by how much these rails continue to connect us. Every project, every vol- unteer shift, every smiling family aboard a trolley speaks to something deeper: that history survives only when people care enough to keep it alive. It's easy to lose pieces of our past to time and neglect, but the Yakima Valley Trolleys endure because of people like you—those who show up, lend a hand, ride the cars, and believe that this living history is worth preserving. Together, we're not just maintaining old equipment; we're keeping the story of Yakima's interurban railway—and its role in shaping our community—vi- brant for future generations. Thank you for being part of this journey, and I hope you'll continue to find ways to get involved. The trolleys have lasted more than a century because of dedicated people—and with your help, they'll still be rolling long into the next. ■ Ken Johnsen, President Yakima Valley Trolleys ANNUAL REPORT 136 H . hi . ht of the Year ■ 2024 PUTTING YAKIMA ON THE MAP feature capturing not only the magic of WITH KING 5 EVENING the vintage streetcars but also the pride Those who grew up in the Northwest will and volunteer spirit that keep them run- be very familiar with KING 5 Evening— ning. or as it used to be called, Evening Maga- For Yakima, this kind of regional attention zine. Over the years, beloved journalists is invaluable. Each visitor who discovers have hosted this iconic show, which bills the trolleys through KING 5 Evening is itself as "your source on what to see and a potential traveler, day-tripper, or family do all over Seattle, Tacoma, and the Pa- planning their next weekend adventure. cific Northwest." The trolley museum isn't just preserving So we were thrilled when host Jim Dev- history—it's helping to put Yakima on the er reached out asking if he and the crew map as a unique destination for heritage could stop by Yakima to film a segment tourism in Washington State. about the trolleys! The team spent a day As Jim said, "The Yakima Valley trolley is exploring our museum, learning the his- a gift paid forward from the turn of the tory of the Yakima Valley Transportation last century." We couldn't agree more— Company, and riding the rails that have and we'll keep working to make sure this connected our community for more gift continues to inspire new generations! than a century. The result is a beautiful ANNUAL REPORT •" " 137 iiii Ili r . f0 � - FUUI.TVALE �' 1 Irli .00 L.-. �. 71.0.74-1....._i . i , lip' t1 ,v ,4 .y. y, V lb A .,0*, / 11 a , ' ,.... . ' - 1 i. _ "ice' „ .,`�Er J F r �' A: _- - 4. _ _ 7 '' - , KING5 EVENING HOSTJIM DEVER FILMING IN YAKIMA. 11 SELLOUT <_ AL HALLOWEEN AND SANTA 1 TROLLEYS _ P 1 T_HIRQ�_ VENUE The holidays are a time when many fam- / ilies turn to the trolleys to make lasting 1 memories and keep up longstanding tra- ditions, and there is no sign of that slow- ing down. Even with expanded capacity / relative to 2023, we still sold out both 1 . is I ! the annual Halloween Trolley and San- V to Trolley events! It demonstrates that r there is still unmet demand, so rest as- ,) sured we will be planning even bigger and . better for 2025. 1 Halloween Trolley fell on October 26 , and 27, which turned out to be abso ti lutely beautiful fall days in Yakima, lead- MOTORMAN JOE RIEF POSES BRIEFLY WHILE FILMING FOR KING5 EVENING. _Air A ANNUAL REPORT 138 . . . • .• :N.. U. retk -1/ • ' 1N. ,4 _4 4., , ' .,\ •I',•.ki,•„-...,„•‘ ,• 5,,i • 014 i 14 . ,•••.„ - ..1,,,,i' i. - .%,, , . ... •,,,,-=,,, li )1741 ' .: 41... . • • .--'--krh •..-, ati. *•-- .:.Ai..- tel,. : , • „,4A:. ...--e,_mst...4 •"i2r..' -c.; ..„ i I •,;:i-s . __., . , - N". 7-10%49, ,--,-• '• . • • -A - -7,,L,. ) , r .... --„ ., - • 7 At i . - • .1.10...,,,„ y. 1, ''''‘ ,, -44)4.441,y1, 0.,e.t-,,,k.ex.,.../r*, „thb-. -.`"- .1 A. \** . lik. - - •Ay f „t . ....T. V4-4:*. - -7.,..:,. . . jr b"li .1• 11 LL ?.16• . N'VC 1* -,,,,,_ '''''..4 .. t ,o. ,. 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' *!....,04-,-*'' ...-..*;4'10 wta, krci. ••, ,, i'•'41-.:,:i.64Pistv:-:::-'2'. ' _4 . no"'N...::. "I''''''s --;4= ing to many of the wonderful photos dren's Village of Yakima. Children's Vil- printed here. The Powerhouse was alive lage "helps children with special health with activity as kids in costumes enjoyed and developmental needs and their fam- a pumpkin patch courtesy of Wray's ilies," including by organizing events that Marketfresh IGA, a fortune teller, face the families can participate in together. painting, amusements—and yes, candy We were delighted to be able to welcome too! A special mention is due to Crystal these wonderful families to the museum Grundy and Catie Knoblaugh for helping and share the Santa Trolley cheer with plan, recruit volunteers, and secure do- them this year. Keep your eyes open for nations. an expanded partnership in 2025! For the Santa Trolley event this year, we expanded to six days of operations (a COMMUNITY RALLIES TO SAVE 50% increase) and still sold out! Many THE 6TH AVENUE TROLLEY LINE families come back year after year, chart- Few issues this year captured public ing the growth of their children through attention like the future of the trolley an annual Santa Trolley picture—howev- tracks along 6th Avenue—the vital link er many first-timers came too! All told, between Yakima and Selah.Although the over 1600 folks came to ride and in- Yakima City Council voted unanimously cluded visitors from California, Oregon, in October 2023 to move forward with Pennsylvania, Kansas, Mexico, and all the 6th Avenue rebuild project includ- 16 corners of Washington State. ing the trolley line, city staff later invit- Of course, none of it is possible without ed public input on three potential street the efforts of our volunteers. Nearly all concepts—two retaining the tracks and our motormen were part of Santa Trol- one removing them entirely. ley this year, and with the high volume of The response was overwhelming. At the riders it really helps having many of them September 19 public meeting at Gar- available. On the maintenance front, field Elementary, more than 150 people Russ Wentworth and Gregory Johnsen filled the room, most there to voice their were out in the late hours of the night support for keeping the trolley. The two and early hours of the morning keeping concepts preserving the line drew by far an eye on track conditions and applying the strongest support from attendees. sand as needed when we were met with To reach even more residents, the City snowy conditions for the second week- followed up with an online survey that end. Cookies, hot chocolate, and coffee drew 706 total responses. Remarkably, were served by many, but a special men- 52% of respondents were from outside tion to Cheryl and Larry Fournier. Final- Yakima—proof that the Yakima Valley ly, none of it would be possible without Trolleys hold significance far beyond city the jolly old man from the North Pole, limits. Yet, when broken down by resi- Santa Claus (aka Ken Toney). dence, the results were nearly identical: We also want to mention a special part- a clear majority supported keeping the nership we piloted this year with Chil- trolley. In total, 79% preferred the con- ANNUAL REPORT " 143 ..,,i-g'„, 4 I - 1 fi , , - V .< 9' irk' i Z ,.yet YYY .t ....... ,, , ...... .._. _ . _ , ,..., y +J 7 !_ .��‘,-:,--,.? „.7,.,',.;,;; ) 1, .. ,-___, - - -. t . / i orir - , ...,; .. i r ....4 s • ___ ..... - , 1v r f al 4.1141 '' ' , • 'r 00111 - - I I 49'1 I. Concept 1 ` (o.t oilropn nion Rctntcd lmpr n.rttcnt, '921119110ll r _ ( t �. Section I -(i(1'Right-of-Way ` ),,,'� , � Iodusirial --- :�.; 7t alit , h �+ �� , i i — `�� i Ma i• ....:_, -ti �I _ �� \ ilk ..,„ ,_. , , „ip _ - i ...„,,,,. on 2 60'Right-of-WI) IMMO. +-mow :ntial - - i -4,S — 0'I • i f - • +' T_ �. I _ tion 3- IOW Rigltt-ul-11a: I -: 4 .*Mine Lia. •• ' Wig` ,,_ ' ' r• ••'idgUuition Jl 1,• • • • • N ' fa Yakima 6th Ave Rebuild and Rail Renovation ;"4i o„"o•,r, .- SUPPORTERS SHOWED UP TREMENDOUSLY TO ADVO- -.,f_.,- , CATE FOR PRESERVATION OF THE SELAH LINE.OVER- ALL,92%OF SURVEY RESPONDENTS FAVORED DESIGNS FOR 6TH AVENUE WHICH PRESERVE THE TROLLEY. ANNUAL REPORT 144 46' c 4P1IL', II "6 a , • _ . r ,i .., . 17 7 - f.::: i V-afir ' '''• - _...., runrr Harr r nruns,� � J - "... '! ..::0,6,1,g441 P441/4" ia , . I „ „,..2. _..,_„, o iip • •Loh, j i li _ ' hill, • . _ 0 V _ _______D .." .,; 4. An* r eA ABOVE: SIGNS OF GRASSROOTS SUP- PORT BEGAN TO POP UP. cept most similar to the existing layout and ensuring that the voices of the 92% (77% among Yakima residents), and an- who spoke up in support are heard. The other 14% favored a design making 5th 6th Avenue tracks are not just rails in the and 6th Avenues a couplet—another street—they are the route to Selah, the trolley-preserving option. Together, 92% key to maintaining Yakima's interurban of respondents supported designs that heritage, and a cornerstone in the path would keep the trolley line intact. toward National Historic Landmark des- As of this writing, Council has not yet ignation. made its final decision on the future of 6th Avenue. Our organization remains CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF RE- steadfast in educating the public and City STORED TROLLEY SERVICE leaders about the economic and cultural August marked a momentous milestone benefits of maintaining the trolley line— for Yakima Valley Trolleys: 50 years since ANNUAL REPORT '",' 145 the restoration of passenger trolley ser- ing evening, August 28, Dr. Kenneth G. vice on the YVT. While freight operations Johnsen presented Trolley Renaissance continued until 1985, the 1974 return in partnership with the Yakima Valley of passenger service remains a defin- Museum—a special program recount- ing chapter in Yakima's heritage—and ing the decades-long effort to bring the one well worth celebrating. The golden trolleys back to life. anniversary brought a month filled with A private reception on August 29 festivities, partnerships, and community brought together local dignitaries, elect- pride. ed officials, supporters, and volunteers The celebration truly began in July, when for a champagne rechristening of Car we hosted the Yakima Chamber of Com- #1976, led by Mayor Patricia Byers. Fi- merce's Business After Hours event on nally, the celebrations concluded with July 17. The evening offered a chance to Kids Activity Day on August 31, featur- showcase the trolleys to local business ing storytime readings of The Little Yel- and civic leaders and highlight how the low Trolley Car, new coloring pages, and system continues to drive tourism and hands-on activities for young visitors ex- economic opportunity for Yakima. ploring the museum. In early August, we were honored to be The 50th anniversary festivities remind- part of another 50th celebration—our ed everyone—from long-time volunteers friends at the Vintiques marked the 50th to first-time riders-just how deeply the Annual Vintiques Northwest Nationals trolleys are woven into Yakima's story. As in Yakima from August 1-4. On August we look ahead to the next fifty years, the 3, the classic car enthusiasts gathered YVT continues to unite generations in at the trolley museum for a rally that preserving, celebrating, and riding a liv- perfectly combined shared history and ing piece of our region's history. hometown pride. Then on August 27, the Yakima City A GLOW-UP FOR #1976 Council officially proclaimed August To mark the 50th anniversary of restored 25-31 as Yakima Valley Trolley Week in trolley service in Yakima, Car #1976 re- recognition of the milestone. The follow- ceived a complete exterior repaint and • t v► ANNUAL REPORT 146 TOP:SENATOR NIKKI TORRES ACCEPTS A RECOGNITION OF HER CONTRIBUTIONS TO PRESERVE THE TROLLEYS. F MIDDLE:MAYOR PATRICIA BYERS GAVE STREETCAR 41976 A 1 i ; < < RE-CHRISTENING. _ce ,,..' ' ; " BOTTOM:YVT HISTORIAN KEN JOHNSEN GAVE A HISTORY .tom{ .( {��;� ter. PRESENTATION AT THE YAKIMA VALLEY MUSEUM ON THE • f - ` f\ _ OCCASION OF 50 YEARS SINCE PASSENGER TROLLEY SER- VICE WAS RESUMED IN YAKIMA. iS\ ' ' : II t` - A ,... , IC k A . 4` ` - r el I 1976 3_••• __, Ay ^� ( fey �. / r„„ 1 , . ;., Y . a ., r I ^ ._ 1 Grp 1_4*1 20 s. .. . - �.� , I - ✓ . r i i Ny i .1 . iZi. Rn t a' • �u r� II j "; ,--- Jilin ,-,..-.. 1 0 '', i 'bi ''' iivo- . `1 f Scl 71,. - . - 1 ,� /1.4 • ' VA, ‘, 7.- '',14111t, ' . . iS t>t... ANNUAL REPORT 147 TOP:CRYSTAL GRUNDY READS TO KIDS 1 -- - DURING THE KIDS ACTIVITY DAY. -4, ; rt r" RIGHT:VOLUNTEERS FULLY REPAINTED - " r..., AND RE-LETTERED 41976. 1 ` 4 BOTTOM:A TREMENDOUS THANK-YOU TO 11` THE VINTIQUES FOR SUPPORTING AND ��'I �P( , , FUNDRAISING FOR US! Ifti�,;t ,r.` Jr`or 4t 0. a �. R 46. - j y � " ..T. _. ram c• ti i ,� . i„ • yib i .4411111411111- 111'.,I ‘IV , 4I� }i 'r '- _. Ya I I� �`+ !'. > � 11' w 11 `I 'S / 21 ' iiil ' 'i. / fV l 1 • • 1ri �.. , �� ,i if I IW 4 ^'1 _ 7 ram' DATE j jtiehg1�}1A7 s' r' YAKI MA (��y(� m It L` �}/ n --- PAY TO THE 1 V[10% \\O\1t y $ ['10�-.3/0 - ORDER OFyr - 1 0 co 1 .d AVAI Land aIxty oln &Wits�'__Nu DOLLARS -. Fick VAG ' FOR — 1:L21456789n 0L2345678900 - ANNUAL REPORT 148 • ~S`. � F Tyr+,L•ub $ .' ti h 1 '..4.1.1 ...... - iQ 4LR -•Jv1 _IT4y` -1 � • 1 _rr ,..,.. 1 • ft. .. 1R • • ,1.- P.c.4 -- arc T J - ` } Tt, t tea.' t. r. . { -. - - t4A .41111(rt-' .- - . .._..ilie 2., 2 � r.' 1 c . -.,:,.....--• - • : ,. , _.•. ' .,, ,,,,,i4.,,,,-,\,,,-.... ..,,.. ,,________41, __. • ,F,,,,,.-?4wr,.. ,_ 4...ov,. s 4 . S I _ _ ' :� • ,. _„A: _ ., 1 ........._ ._._,.._._ ....... ... ...... ....,................., , - t - 1 - _-_-- _•- - _ _. T _ - r J x _ t; y _ Iii\110° . . _ . . _ . _ • .. e. . . . . r'. • ... . . .• .. .. , . -•: _ `9 149 ` ' x relettering.Volunteers carefully matched bleshooting, machining, and creativity as the original red and cream paint used Russ Wentworth worked tirelessly to di- when the cars first arrived from Portugal. agnose the issue, source or fabricate re- Then Gregory Johnsen digitally recreat- placement parts, and bring the car safely ed the intricate hand-painted lettering— back to life. right down to the filigree—using layered Though the outage meant we missed vinyl to replicate the trolley's original much of the summer season, it also be- three-dimensional letter effect. The re- came a catalyst for improvement. The suit is stunning: #1976 looks as good as team is now rebuilding a spare compres- the day it rolled off the ship, and with the sor to ensure we can swap one in at a mo- artwork now preserved in digital form, it ment's notice, and upgraded to a modern will be easy to maintain its authentic ap- fuse box with parts readily available from pearance for years to come. suppliers like Grainger. Thanks to Russ's foresight and commitment to redun- LESSONS LEARNED: A SUMMER dancy, we're confident that next time—if OF REPAIRS AND RESILIENCE there is a next time—we'll be ready. Every century-old railway faces its share of surprises,and this summer brought one rtnWERHOUSE GOES ONLINE of ours. Early in the operating season,the Thanks to grant support,the Powerhouse ® air compressor on Car #1976—essential is now fully equipped with Wi-Fi—mark- for both the brakes and whistle—failed, ing another big step forward in mod- blowing with it a rare, no-longer-available ernizing our operations. After extending fuse. What followed was weeks of trou- connectivity to the Carbarn last year, .,, 7 . ,.1.7:.i.7-s,':' ..'" ,s.. , .4,.__ ' , ,:,.'.... eg - + F_ t,_Iiiiii,, y , f� .i75 \ -1i - 41 �'' \ , I P ,. s. k r�`-'r7� asia .��--ems =f 4.041_, . . . lira +, `ce, .,i:. ANNUAL REPORT 151 14 ri . Y.UMA ' aePsi sr�e/Ar TIES I� - yip is GIvINo BACK T, it10 �1_i 1 I_ �TNE coMMUNITY. . `- $. tr , , , - 1 . __ i i 1#1 --,-,,.. -, ' 1 _ ' r' ' -. �__ �� !� 1 leis ABOVE:WE'RE DEEPLY GRATEFUL TO YAKIMA SPECIALTIES FOR THEIR HELP, INCLUDING RE- 25 PAINTING OUR UP TANK CAR INTO A BEAUTIFUL FRESH GLOSS BLACK. bringing internet access into the Pow- eral projects to improve the appearance erhouse opens new possibilities: we can of the trolley property—stacking and now use a modern point-of-sale system palleting materials in the yard, and most to better track ticket and gift shop sales, visibly, wire-brushing and painting the enhance rental offerings, and support Union Pacific tank car. interactive exhibits that connect visitors The freshly painted tank car, now gleam- with our history in new ways. ing in gloss black, is one of the first things visitors and passersby notice, and it gives A DAY OF SERVICE WITH YAKI- the museum grounds a renewed sense MA SPECIALTIES of care and pride. The crew wrapped up On August 30, we were delighted to their day with a well-earned pizza party welcome Yakima Specialties for a day of and trolley ride. We're deeply grateful service at the trolleys. Yakima Specialties to everyone at Yakima Specialties for "empowers people with barriers to em- their hard work and wonderful energy— ployment to achieve their highest poten- and especially to Don Sweet for helping tial in life and in the workplace," and their make it happen. team certainly lived up to that mission. Volunteers spent the day tackling sev- ANNUAL REPORT R' " 152 HITTING THE STREETS FOR Later in the season, we kept the festive COMMUNITY PARADES spirit rolling by participating in the lighted The trolleys were on the move in more holiday parades in both Selah and Union ways than one this year! Yakima Valley Gap. Each appearance helps remind our Trolleys proudly joined the annual Sunfair communities that the trolleys aren't just Parade, featuring our beloved "trolley part of Yakima's past—they're a vibrant van"—a vintage vehicle cleverly outfit- part of its present and future, too. ted with a trolley pole and trim to match the real thing. For the first time, volun- teers also marched alongside, handing out stickers and candy to delighted kids along the route. 26 6: ! no- ; 1 1-11 if ti C'1; ,;-•,-;' )1 \ f 1011.0 IF L I ' ._.. i Y 0--- " ‘ . . w1 its,. dY,k 411- 6 ,�'HINGTON _4 44178 ANNUAL REPORT 153 S. _ 4' n _ ��. . j 4 `._ 4 N_ �.i4 — Al r ,. / 9 r T;. 1 -.•rr- i ♦ •' s6' "- .- T a y • _, yA IMA VALLEY ^ n ft r: yr mac- a �. l '-- q �_ n TROLLEYS o SaYeTheTrolleys.com d" T LEFT: RUSS AND BADGER WENTWORTH IN THE SELAH HOLIDAY LIGHTED PARADE. ABOVE:YVT VOLUNTEERS WERE WELL-RECEIVED IN THE ANNUAL SUN FAIR PARADE! ANNUAL REPORT 154 F. . i & Operat onal Report ‘ura- 1 .. ________. ..___ __.. ..._ _ ___ .......___ , w .......„ ____ , _____, _ , . . , ....,,, , .._ , , _, 0 , , .,. , , 0_ , iit 4 or 4;4,14111414' ANNUAL REPORT 155 Financial performance remains challenged due to the obstacles to running to Selah, but holidays are a bright spot FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE improve long-term resilience rather than 2024 presented significant operational adding to ongoing operating costs. challenges that affected both revenue and ridership. Total revenues were S16,157, RIDERSHIP &VISITATION compared with an expected S56,397 or The museum welcomed 2,548 riders more if regular operations to Selah had in 2024. This represents a sharp devia- been possible. Two major factors contrib- tion from normal years, primarily due to uted equally to the challenges in 2024: the inability to operate to Selah and the the continued inability to operate the shortened summer operating period fol- Selah line, which has historically been far lowing the mechanical failure. Summer more popoular with riders, and the failure service to Selah is much more sought-af- of Car #1976's air compressor early in the ter among visitors, and the museum regu- summer season. The compressor required larly receives inquires as to when it will be custom fabrication of replacement parts, restored. which took the car—and much of our summer service—out of operation for an Even with these setbacks,the year's special extended period. events demonstrated strong and growing demand for the trolley experience. Both Total expenditures were S25,324. Much the Halloween Trolley and Santa Trolley of this was directed toward facility and sold out completely—despite expanding preservation-related improvements, in- Santa Trolley capacity by 50% over 2023. cluding enhanced site security and infra- These results underscore the enduring structure upgrades. These investments, public enthusiasm for the trolleys and the supported largely by grant funding, pro- potential for continued growth when full tect the museum's historic assets and Selah operations resume. ANNUAL REPORT 74 156 2019 is considered a typical trolley operating season to Selah. The cumulative impact of COVID-19 and lack of operation to Selah is almost $200,000 to-date (and counting). $60,000.00 f 2019's revenue in today's dollars $50,000.00 - (adjustedfor inflation) would be$56,397 $40,000.00 $40,240 shortfall in 2024,relative to $189,648 cumulative shortfall expectation if Selah line wet open $30,000.00 relative to 2019 $20,000.00 'f Actual revenue in 2024 is about$16,157 $10,000.00 $- 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 02019 Revenues(inflation adjusted) ❑Actual Revenues(current dollars) to increased visibility and tourism recog- Looking ahead, 2025 is expected to bring nition through the National Park Service. a rebound, though still not as much as full With renewed operational stability and service to Selah will. With online ticket- strong community engagement, 2025 is ing now fully in place, expanded holiday expected to be a year of recovery and re- capacity, and a new school field trip pro- newed growth for Yakima Valley Trolleys. @ramming, ridership is projected to ex- ceed 5,000 passengers. Restoration of service to Selah remains the key to long- term ridership recovery and the return to self-sustaining operations. 2025 OUTLOOK The coming year will focus on rebuilding operational momentum and preparing for the eventual return to Selah. Continued upgrades to museum facilities and mod- ernized ticketing systems will improve efficiency and visitor experience. The or- ganization will also support the City of Ya- kima's 6th Avenue rebuild project, which is critical for reconnecting the Selah line. In addition, progress on the National His- toric Landmark nomination offers a path ANNUAL REPORT 157 lwren WO OW setae rare operate agarnl • Vet Ike Setae route well • �� • YMen don the redo mule step? Cueiove if Selah Is up end eunnesg yet? O open I mtwat op de tfie sgm puree agalnl .a• uH. .,w ea. a.eW rvr in. awe, .na I want to take the udry to Wish I Ihe.eott rode IN Owe than pine street since l was a - ne to ,,Lee y�ypp � y�® yagap n aW pouv wake.'Wet. ....win..eeae,n... ....winoee,a. e,a a se lkil Running up to Sarah? d cµn 0vaaa gip aa . WHEN Yes,when will the Selah line run.I am in Oregon and not comingto Yakima tip Selah line ARE YOU GOING TO(b THE SELAH ROUTE Ti? your going to shah the year??? Like Reph lade O Lille awe, Riskis running. • Like Reply Hide 1 rw mum..�ve ary I up Mtd._ fun"llllllg again? ea,b hrn.e O bA.gaAM mode:Mute, a. brae Ant eau w n wee $elah(gripe.__ amaakkah Can you get on the Trolley In Selah,cayust board in Yakima?Paid are the excursions to S yew. • Selah running on weekends only?This is so exciting!Can't wait for my kid rode s to e the tdps to seiah began? When Oo we Uwe wwltix sae rwte eel be nppea g' Trolley hkel once did! will LA. e.g. Hide�y Good atlemme la,o..,wve nLola,odes toke.Sorties rear,We be le YakenaHettee priMOMak bnlran vow web.tea look,ueyovaa non e � ••••••�"'•�^•-••r•-•••••-••• • T17.6...a greet piece or Tm,ru Tntuy. Inge„bee ralYlAW ._ - Irani Ne Sloe wa 62 W line'Wwyg 50.. 0 .�.r ; W..e.,bo nnwyro.setrina.x+ ® swn Ya�9aM a,L�`kttkik aElhn' Any time frame on when the line to Utah will Open? &play route open? -;- h the eery making repairs? ... a.a, n..,. O3 Lee, RepW He. d al I would love to take my son in the Selah ride,can you tell me if they are still running that one and do I have to sign up to take it? When will you go to wish? Like Reply Hide "la �,. Hallo,when are the Selah odes available please? (, Ae you SWarumng the seat,hoe anytime awn?We lee to beg Me Wary out tor We.ree.been out an lMl aurae •••••••• Gang of the way into seta's this weekend? toe Owl, Hide ' Q LEFT: ILLUSTRATION OF THE ONGOING IMPACT OF THE PANDEMIC AND TEMPORARY SUSPEN- SION OF SELAH SERVICE. TOP: SAMPLING OF THE COUNTLESS QUERIES AND COMMENTS RECEIVED REGARDING SER- VICE TO SELAH. BOTTOM:A HANDFUL OF COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM THE PUBLIC. Yakima needs this as an attraction Our family loves the trolley and it has become a tradition. badly! Please don't kill our history! It's an important piece of history that our children get to experience. It would be nice to know our taxes are going Save the Trolleys towards something meaningful and worthwhile. Yakima leaders and city council worked hard in the early 1970a to bring the current trolleys to town in 1974 as part of the 1970 Bicentennial project.The century old trolley line and trollies ar It is a credit that the trolleys and an important part of what makes Yakima unique. People travel from song the portion of their original track has been preserved to country and from songs the world to see the trolleys.Tourism is remind all of their impact on the Yakima and Selah one of our biggest economic generators and this tourist at communities. It is SAD that the West Valley trackage was lost through development pressures. It was a delight to ride that route. One excuse at that time was'there is always the Selah route to ride'. Don't This is a treasure we can't lose!The trip to Selah is a surrender! Save the SELAH ROUTE! delightful combination of urban and rural tracks. I love the trolly,especially during the Local and incoming industries look at quality of life for Christmas season when they have it all lit employees when weighing expansion options.A good up. Best thing to do with special needs heritage streetcar system checks off several boxes. young adults Please preserve the trolley's!They are a beautiful and historic part of yakimas past too much of our history has already been Please invest in protecting what's left of the city of taken and not preserved already.Our town would be much yakimas historic legacy.It is heartbreaking to see old more beautiful and interesting if it had be preserved and not photos compared to todays urban sprawl. Reinvesting torn down.The trolley are a draw for tourists as well as locals in the trolleys infrastructure and reviving the line have you seen the firm out at Christmas time?What a would preserve the heart of this city as well as the beautiful happening! Cool museum to potential of historic transportation systems I live on the trolley path and it's always My family and I have loved and used the trolley for at a great joy to see them pass by. least 5 generations.The Yakima Trolley is a unique part of our local urban and agricultural history,and equally I use to ride the trolley when I was in high school. My unique in that it remains to this day. son loves trains Ms and has ride the trolleys great experience for kids and adults. Don't take it away. The Yakima trolley system has been held in trust for literally decades now,until there's nothing like it left in North America. My parents would take our family to ride the Discarding it now for the sake of saving a few dollars is trolleys and it was always such an amazing disastrously shortsighted. time. I hope to be able to pass down those special moments to my future children. 158 YAKIMA VALLEY TROLLEYS INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE TWELVE MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2024 Year to Date (%) Revenues Misc Sales Revenue 25.00 0.2% Gift Shop Sales Revenue 1116.68 6.9% Non-Taxable Water Sales 43.00 0.3% Vending Revenue 48.00 0.3% Trolley Ride Revenue 12015.00 74.4% Charter Trolley Revenue 350.00 2.2% Special Event Revenue 764.82 4.7% Non Endowment Donations 1544.82 7.4% Trolley Advertising Revenue 0.00 0.0% Membership Dues Revenue 1790.00 11.1% Interest Income 4.52 0.0% Total Revenues 16157.02 100.0% Cost of Sales Total Cost of Sales 0.00 Gross Profit 16157.02 Expenses Cost of Gift Shop Merchandise 333.10 2.1% Museum Operating Expense 28.91 0.2% Special Event Expense 1851.47 11.5% Other Trolley Operations 15.15 0.1% Trolley Repairs&Maint 739.04 4.6% Motor Vehicle Repairs&Maint 441.79 2.7% Motor Vehicle Operating Expense 702.90 4.4% Track&ROW Maint 176.08 1.1% Bldg &Yard Mant 9632.92 59.6% 32 Electricity Expense 592.15 3.7% Natural Gas Expense 971.35 6.0% Water&Sewer Expense 482.39 3.0% Fire Protection Expense 13.17 0.1% Trash Disposal Expense 29.04 0.2% Security&Alarm Expense 4528.50 28.0% P. O. Box Rental 182.00 1.1% Mailing&Shipping Expense 29.36 0.2% Office&Admin Expense 115.40 0.7% Gov't Fees&Licenses 20.00 0.1% Media Advertising 315.00 2.0% Contract Marketing 5038.59 31.2% Outside Consultant Expense 5706.32 35.3% Dues&Membership Expense 601.00 3.7% Accounting/Audit Fees 250.00 1.6% Cash Register(Over)Under 89.73 0.6% Credit Card Process Fees -721.05 -4.5% City Expense Reimbursement -6840.49 -42.4% Total Expenses 25323.82 100.0% Net Income -9166.80 ANNUAL REPORT 159 YAKIMA VALLEY TROLLEYS BALANCE SHEET DECEMBER 31, 2024 ASSETS Current Assets Cash in Cash Register $24.02 Checking Acct $25,467.09 Savings Acct $45,015.79 Endowment Invest $52,564.63 Endowment Invest $15,011.55 Total Current Assets $138,083.08 Property and Equipment Fire Suppression System $5,059.60 Vehicles Owned $6,872.05 Total Property and Equipment $11,931.65 Other Assets Bnll 160 Restore Cost $116,984.70 Total Other Assets $116,984.70 Total Assets $266,999.43 LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL Current Liabilities Sales Tax Payable $90.98 NRHS Window Grate Fund $5,000.00 Reserve for Executive Director Cost $6,000.00 Uninvested Donations -$4034.26 Funds Reserved 298 Repairs $12,386.89 Reserve for Brill 160 Restore $116,906.27 Brill 21 Repair Reserve $1800.00 Car 1976 Tires R&R Reserve $4,455.68 Total Current Liabilities $150,674.08 Long-Term Liabilities Endowment Savings Reserve $67,776.18 Total Long-Term Liabilities $67,776.18 Total Liabilities $218,450.26 Capital Retained Earnings $57,715.97 Net Income -$9,166.80 Total Capital $48,549.17 Total Liabilities&Capital $266,999.43 ANNUAL REPORT 160 Railway and Museum Operation and Promotion Schedule .- - ,,,- 0 _, --i-f, fi 1181/C R- WIG r- 1 1 - 1- „ a ._ I 1 1 , 11 _ 1 L-,,,__ 1 ,, I W 1 apq '...0 ii111' . 1 ;;lit ;'I /i17a ...146. . „11' . ' ,-t __ l`*ert. I' rr. a L 1� / i 9T 1' T I., ,. _ rS •.s.— , t. ' 4 w• •' �"Y rr n' 4, r 1 �r ANNUAL REPORT 161 ?025 RAILWAY OPERATION AND PROMOTION SCHEDULE Summer Season: Our main operating season runs from Memorial Day weekend through September. During this period, the streetcars operate on weekends and holidays along either the Pine Street Line or the Selah Line, depending on track conditions and other operational circumstances. Halloween Trolley: We host the Halloween Trolley for one weekend in October. Santa Trolley: The Santa Trolley runs for three weekends in December. Private Charters:Available throughout the year, subject to streetcar and crew availabil- ity as well as operating conditions. 2025 MUSEUM OPERATION AND PROMOTION SCHEDULE The museum facility operates concurrently with the streetcar operations and is also available for private rentals throughout the year. ADDITIONAL NOTES • All scheduled operations and events are subject to change. We will provide updates and timely information on any revisions through our website and social media plat- forms. • Additional operational days and special events may be added as determined by the Board of Directors. • Our promotional efforts are primarily conducted through our website and various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Google Maps. Management may adjust promotional strategies as deemed necessary or desirable. • All operations and promotional activities are subject to revision without prior notice. Check our website or follow us on social media for the most current information. OPPOSITE: MOTORMAN JIM MOORE DEMONSTRATES HOW TO REVERSE THE TROLLEY POLE. ANNUAL REPORT 162 Supporting ng Trolleys WAYS TO JOIN AND GET INVOLVED Apply for membership online via our website (www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org) or print off an application to mail in. Paper copies are also available at the Powerhouse museum. No matter how you apply, please share with us your areas of interest so that we can guide you to the right people who would be happy to have your help! PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUP r o 36 Yakima Valley Trolleys has established an endowment fund to secure the future of the railroad in the long term. Please consider a bequest in your estate planning to support the endowment fund. Yakima Valley Trolleys is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) organization. All charitable contributions are fully tax-deductible. A gift to the endowment fund is a gift that keeps on giving! ONLINE Donate by credit card on our website at www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org EMPLOYER MATCH Many employers use Benevity.com to manage corporate matching programs. Find us at https://causes.benevity.org/causes/840-680514398 FACE BOOK Look for the big donate button at the top of our Facebook page POSTAL MAIL Checks are welcome at Yakima Valley Trolleys, P.O. Box 796, Yakima, WA 98907 CONTACT US For bequests and in-kind donations, contact info@yakimavalleytrolleys.org ANNUAL REPORT 163 37 ANNUAL REPORT 164 CONTACT Email address: info@yakimavalleytrolleys.org Website: https://www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yakimavalleytrolleys I` Twitter: @yakimatrolleys Instagram: @yakimavalleytrolleys Q' TikTok: @yakimavalleytrolleys Mailing address: PO Box 796, Yakima, WA 98907 Phone number: (509) 249-5962 Physical address (no mail): South Third Avenue at West Pine Street, Yakima 165—