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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 5.
For Meeting of:August 28, 2023
ITEM TITLE: Potential Street Closure Connecting MLK Jr. Park with Adams
Elementary
SUBMITTED BY: Scott Schafer, Public Works Director- (509) 576-6411
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
As the City proceeds with the design for a new outdoor pool at MLK Jr. Park, an idea has been
floating around to possibly close a section of Race St. between 8th St. and 9th St. The road
closure could create more open green space for the community to enjoy by connecting the park
to Adams Elementary School.
To help determine the feasibility of closing Race St between 8th St and 9th St, the following
would need to occur:
• Evaluate the drop off/pickups at Adams Elementary
• Conduct a Traffic analysis
o Traffic volume
o Traffic flow characteristics
o Traffic capacity study
o Parking study— (removal of street parking on Race St.)
• Review impact to emergency services
• Review overall impact to surrounding neighborhood
The next step is to conduct a comprehensive traffic analysis. Results from the study would need
to be evaluated to see if this project provides additional green space and understanding the traffic
flow within the neighborhood.
ITEM BUDGETED: No
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Partnership Development
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION:
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