Toppenish, WA
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ToppenishWA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $269,289 -1.4% yr/yr · +11% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
🗳️ Election results (11 races)
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City Council Position 7 2025-11-04
Loren Belton ✓ 300 · WRITE-IN 11
City Council Position 6 2025-11-04
Naila Prieto Duval ✓ 323 · WRITE-IN 12
City Council Position 4 2025-11-04
Laura J. Canfield ✓ 186 · Ron Hull 176 · WRITE-IN 7
City Council Position 3 2025-11-04
Josh Garza ✓ 298 · WRITE-IN 14
City Council Position 2 2025-11-04
Cristian Sanchez ✓ 299 · WRITE-IN 17
City Council Position 1 2025-11-04
Elpidia Saavedra ✓ 249 · WRITE-IN 53
City Council Position 5 2023-11-07
George J. Garcia ✓ 331 · WRITE-IN 15
City Council Position 4 2021-11-02
David Barragan ✓ 304 · Mark Oaks 238 · WRITE-IN 4
City Council Position 3 2021-11-02
Clara R. Jimenez ✓ 348 · Harold Wayne Guckert 200 · WRITE-IN 3
City Council Position 2 2021-11-02
Juan Ceja ✓ 258 · Luis C. Alfaro 221 · WRITE-IN 17
City Council Position 1 2021-11-02
Elpidia Saavedra ✓ 296 · SanJuanita Anaya 227 · WRITE-IN 9
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:00
Public Safety Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon May 3, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed May 5, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon May 10, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon May 24, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Jul 7, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Jul 7, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 17:00
Public Safety Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Wed Aug 4, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Aug 4, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Aug 16, 2027 · 17:00
Public Safety Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Sep 1, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Sep 1, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Sep 6, 2027 · 17:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Toppenish
Mon Sep 20, 2027 · 17:00
Public Safety Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Wed Oct 6, 2027 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Recent meetings
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 2026 Periodic Update
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2026 Toppenish Periodic Update. The body will also review its own bylaws.
- Public Hearing: 2026 Toppenish Periodic Update
- Review of Planning Commission Bylaws
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
October 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approve Agenda
4.
Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5.
Approval of Minutes
a. September 16, 2026, Meeting Minutes
6.
Public Hearing
a. Public Hearing - 2026 Toppenish Periodic Update
7.
New Business
a. Review Planning Commission Bylaws
8.
Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on November 18, 2026
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council to review infrastructure projects and fund amendments
The City Council will consider resolutions regarding the Rentschler Lane and WWTP projects. The body will also discuss a pavement assessment contract and an ordinance amending the equipment rental and revolving fund.
- Approval of $170,331.01 in payroll checks and bank drafts
- Approval of $234,284.85 in claims checks and bank drafts
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-50: Release of retainage to Interwest Construction, Inc. for Rentschler Lane Improvements
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-51: Acceptance of WWTP Emergency Headworks Screen and Blower Installation Project
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2026-13: Amending TMC Section 3.17.050 for Equipment Rental and Revolving Fund
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
October 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1.
Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4.
Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the September 28, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Minutes of the October 5, 2026, Study Sess …
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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:30
Budget and Finance Committee
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council holds first look at the 2027 budget at Oct. 5 study session
The Toppenish City Council meets in a study session on October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM at 21 West 1st Avenue. The agenda is discussion-only: pavement preservation, updates from the Public Safety and Budget and Finance committees, and a first look at the 2027 budget. No votes, contracts, or public hearings are listed. The next council meeting is October 12, 2026.
- Discussion of pavement preservation
- Updates from the Public Safety Committee
- Updates from the Budget and Finance Committee
- 2027 Budget First Look
- Public comment period with a three-minute limit per speaker
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Study Session Agenda
October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comments and Staff Updates
4.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5.
Discussion
a. Pavement Preservation.
b. Receive Updates from Committees: 1) Public Safety Committee, and 2) Budget and
Finance Committee.
c. 2027 Budget First Look.
6.
Adjournment
Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on October 12, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may
require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish council to weigh food truck rules, Flock camera contract, and $1.2M in payments
The Toppenish City Council meets September 28, 2026 to consider a proposed ordinance amending mobile vendor and food truck park rules, a one-year contract with Flock Group, Inc. for Flock Safety Technology Services, and several purchase authorizations. The consent agenda includes payroll of $271,149.56 and claims of $942,582.73. The council will also set dates for three public hearings for the 2027 budget season.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2026-12 amending Municipal Code Chapter 5.20 on mobile vendors and food truck parks
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-46 for a one-year contract with Flock Group, Inc. for Flock Safety Technology Services
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-47 authorizing purchase of new Dell computers
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-48 authorizing Microsoft licensing renewals
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-49 approving a change order for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Screen Project
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
September 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1.
Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4.
Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the September 14, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Payroll Checks and Bank Drafts a …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Toppenish Planning Commission to review 2026 periodic update status report
The Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 19, 2026, meeting and receive a status report regarding the 2026 Periodic Update. No other specific land use or development items are listed for decision.
- Approval of August 19, 2026, meeting minutes
- 2026 Periodic Update status report
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
September 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approve Agenda
4.
Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5.
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Minutes from August 19, 2026.
a. August 19, 2026 Minutes
6.
New Business
a. 2026 Periodic Update - Status Report
7.
Other Business
8.
Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on October 21, 2026.
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to approve city manager agreement and swearing-in
The Toppenish City Council will consider several routine and new items, including approving the city manager agreement and swearing in the new city manager, amending utility late fee and shut-off rules, and approving reimbursements and park equipment procurement. The council will also discuss the potential use of Flock ALPR cameras in the city. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and payment of payroll and claims checks totaling over $1.7 million.
- Resolution No. 2026-43: Approval of City Manager Agreement and swearing in of City Manager
- Ordinance No. 2026-11: Amending utility late fees, delinquent payments, charges, and water shut-offs
- Resolution No. 2026-44: Reimbursement to WSDOT for overpayment on Jackson Street Extension Project
- Resolution No. 2026-45: Patterson Park play equipment procurement and installation process
- Discussion: Flock (ALPR) cameras in the city
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1.
Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4.
Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the August 24, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the September 8, 2026, S …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:00
General
Toppenish City Council to discuss mobile vendors and utility fees
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss mobile vendors, utility late fees, and city buildings. The council will also review subcommittee assignments and topics.
- Discussion regarding mobile vendors
- Discussion regarding utility late fees
- Discussion regarding city buildings and community groups
- Review of Council subcommittee assignments
- Executive session to review public employee performance
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||||September 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM 21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948|
|1.||Call to Order and Roll Call||
|2.||Approve Agenda||
|3.||Public Comments and Staff Updates||
|4.||Public Comment|The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.|
|5.|a. b. c. d.|Discussion Mobile Vendors Utility Late Fees City Buildings and Community Groups|Council Subcommittee Assignments and Topics|
|6.||Executive Session||
||a.|Time: 15 minutes Action: Possible Action|Purpose: To review the performance of a public employee [RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)]|
|7.||Adjournment||
## Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on September 14, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in advance.
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider vision clearance code change, 2027 budget goals, utility write-offs
The Toppenish City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approving payroll and claims checks totaling over $1.3 million. Under new business, the council will consider three items: an ordinance amending the municipal code on vision clearance, a resolution adopting goals for the 2027 budget process, and a resolution approving write-offs of uncollectible utility accounts. Public comment is invited.
- Approve payroll checks totaling $254,685.51
- Approve claims checks totaling $1,049,432.98
- Ordinance 2026-10 amending TMC 15.20.060 on vision clearance
- Resolution 2026-41 adopting 2027 budget goals
- Resolution 2026-42 approving write-off of uncollectible utility accounts
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
August 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1.
Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4.
Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Specia …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review draft climate element of comprehensive plan
The Toppenish Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting, and to review the draft Climate Element of the Comprehensive Plan. Public comment is invited, with remarks limited to three minutes. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, with no final decisions expected on the climate element at this time.
- Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan Climate Element
- Approval of minutes from June 17, 2026 meeting
- Public comment period (3-minute limit)
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
August 19, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approve Agenda
4.
Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5.
Approval of Minutes
a. Consider the Minutes of the June 17, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting.
6.
New Business
a. Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan Climate Element.
7.
Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on September 16, 2026
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to amend six-year transportation plan and buy police vehicle
The Toppenish City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution amending the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program for 2026-2031, and will vote on a resolution to purchase a police vehicle using a Yakama Nation award and city funds. The agenda also includes routine consent items, a legislative update, and an executive session on potential litigation.
- Public hearing on amending the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan 2026-2031
- Resolution No. 2026-39: Six Year Transportation Improvement Program 2026-2031 Second Amendment
- Resolution No. 2026-40: purchase of a police vehicle with Yakama Nation 2% Community Contribution award and budgeted City funds
- Consent agenda: payroll checks totaling $235,559.40 and claims checks totaling $467,660.88
- Executive session on pending or potential litigation (5 minutes)
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
August 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Employee Recognition
4. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the July 27, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the August 3, …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 20:00
City Council
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council to discuss 2026 strategic planning and budget
The Toppenish City Council will hold a study session to review AB 26-71, a strategic planning and budget discussion. The meeting includes public comments and a presentation on the topic, with no formal decisions scheduled.
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Study Session Agenda
August 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM
220 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comments and Staff Updates
4. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5. Presentation
a. AB 26-71: Strategic Planning and Budget Discussion.
6. Adjournment
Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on August 10, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may
require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on fire code, infrastructure awards, and water repairs
The Toppenish City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 27, 2026, to consider several proposed resolutions and an ordinance. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, payroll checks totaling $368,794.10, and claims checks totaling $1,178,264.10. New business items include amendments to the fire code, multiple construction awards, and a discussion on city manager recruitment.
- Proposed Ordinance 2026-09 amending Toppenish Municipal Code for fire code
- Resolution 2026-35 for West 1st Avenue and South Toppenish construction award
- Resolution 2026-36 for Wastewater Treatment Plant design services award
- Resolution 2026-37 for West 1st Avenue safety improvement project award
- Resolution 2026-38 for emergency water repairs at Reservoir No. 3
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
July 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the July 13, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Payroll Checks and Bank Drafts as listed in the att …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss Comprehensive Plan survey and engagement
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss community engagement activities and a survey regarding the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 17, 2026, meeting.
- Comprehensive Plan Survey and Community Engagement Activities
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
July 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve Agenda
4. Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5. Approval of Minutes
a. Consider the Minutes of the June 17, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting.
6. New Business
a. Comprehensive Plan Survey and Community Engagement Activities.
7. Other Business
8. Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on August 19, 2026
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council to consider interim city manager agreement
The City Council will meet to discuss several proposed resolutions, including an interim city manager agreement and a street sweeper procurement. The body will also review payroll and claims checks totaling over $526,000.
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-31: Interim City Manager Agreement
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-30: Electric Street Sweeper procurement from SWS Equipment
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-29: Amendment to AT&T Lease Agreement
- Proposed Resolution No. 2026-32: Toppenish Historical Society Temporary Personal Property Storage Agreement
- Approval of payroll and claims checks totaling $195,733.50 and $330,706.18
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
July 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the June 22, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the July 6, 2026, Study Session.
c. Ap …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to discuss temporary storage agreement and city manager recruitment
The Toppenish City Council will hold a study session to discuss three key items: a draft temporary personal property storage agreement with the Toppenish Historical Society, a proposal for city manager recruitment, and updates on the King Lane and Berger Addition projects. The meeting includes public comments and staff updates but no formal decisions are scheduled.
- Draft Temporary Personal Property Storage Agreement with Toppenish Historical Society (AB 26-56)
- Proposal for City Manager Recruitment (AB 26-57)
- King Lane and Berger Addition Updates (AB 26-58)
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City Council Study Session Agenda
July 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comments and Staff Updates
4. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5. Discussion
a. AB 26-56: Draft Temporary Personal Property Storage Agreement with Toppenish
Historical Society.
b. AB 26-57: Proposal for City Manager Recruitment.
c. AB 26-58: King Lane and Berger Addition Updates.
6. Adjournment
Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on July 13, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may
require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council to consider wastewater plant and road maintenance resolutions
The City Council will review several proposed resolutions regarding city infrastructure and services. Decisions include approving wastewater treatment plant projects and a contract for gravel road maintenance.
- Payroll checks and bank drafts totaling $293,038.78
- Claims checks and bank drafts totaling $875,547.68
- Resolution No. 2026-23 regarding Wastewater Treatment Plant Emergency Bypass Construction
- Resolution No. 2026-26 for a gravel road maintenance contract with OL Luther Company Inc.
- Resolution No. 2026-28 for an MOU with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2328
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
June 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the June 8, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Payroll Checks and Bank Drafts as listed in the atta …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review draft Capital Facilities Element
The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting where the main item is a review of the Comprehensive Plan Draft Capital Facilities Element. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of the minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting.
- Review Comprehensive Plan Draft Capital Facilities Element
- Consider approval of May 20, 2026 meeting minutes
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
June 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve Agenda
4. Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5. Approval of Minutes
a. Consider the Minutes of the May 20, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting.
6. New Business
a. Review Comprehensive Plan Draft Capital Facilities Element.
7. Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on July 15, 2026
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Plan
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the adoption of a six-year transportation plan. The body will also review an interlocal agreement for fire and emergency medical services and discuss cleanup efforts at Elmwood Cemetery.
- Public hearing and proposed adoption of the 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan
- Proposed Interlocal Agreement with Yakima County Fire District No. 5 for fire and emergency medical services
- Discussion of senior staff clean-up efforts at Elmwood Cemetery
- Approval of payroll checks and bank drafts totaling $189,355.70
- Approval of claims checks and bank drafts totaling $303,584.92
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
June 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the May 26, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the June 1, 2026, Study Session.
c. Appr …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council to receive update on fire district contract
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss agenda item AB 26-45, which is an update on the fire district contract. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.
- AB 26-45: Receive update on Fire District Contract
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Study Session Agenda
June 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comments and Staff Updates
4. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5. Discussion
a. AB 26-45: Receive Update on Fire District Contract.
6. Adjournment
Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on June 8, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may
require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Tue May 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on HydroCorp contract, approve annual financial report
The Toppenish City Council will consider two proposed resolutions: one authorizing a contract with HydroCorp for cross connection control program services, and another approving the 2025 annual financial report. The consent agenda includes routine approval of minutes, payroll checks totaling $307,043.53, and claims checks totaling $922,269.84. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Consent agenda: Approve payroll checks of $307,043.53 and claims checks of $922,269.84
- Proposed Resolution 2026-19: Authorize contract with HydroCorp for cross connection control program implementation
- Proposed Resolution 2026-20: Approve the 2025 City of Toppenish Annual Financial Report
- Public comment opportunity for agenda or general city matters
- Council meeting reports and community announcements
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
May 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the May 11, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Payroll Checks and Bank Drafts as listed in the attac …
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element
The Planning Commission will meet to review the draft Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The session includes time for public comment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of Comprehensive Plan Draft Transportation Element
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
May 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approve Agenda
4. Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5. Approval of Minutes
a. Consider the Minutes of the April 15, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting
6. New Business
a. Review Comprehensive Plan Draft Transportation Element.
7. Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on June 17, 2026
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon May 11, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council to appoint new member and discuss Jackson Street Extension
The Toppenish City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items, discuss new business including a resolution for the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program update, and receive updates from boards. The meeting will also include an executive session to evaluate candidates for a vacant council seat, followed by a vote to select the new member.
- Approve payroll checks totaling $205,019.73 and claims checks totaling $250,963.78
- Proposed resolution for 2027-2032 TIP Update Public Hearing
- Proposed agreement with HLA Engineering for Jackson Street Extension Project
- Executive session to evaluate council candidates and select new member by majority vote
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
May 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business or
general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please stand
or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come forward
to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be limited to
three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted by
one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any item
on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the April 27, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the May 4, 2026, Study Session.
c. App …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council to hear updates from state reps and on vacancies
The City Council will hold a study session featuring presentations from 14th District Representatives Deb Manjarrez and Gloria Mendoza. Council will also receive an update on progress filling vacant council and advisory commission positions. Public comment is invited. No voting items are scheduled.
- Presentation from state representatives on updates
- Update on filling vacant City Council and advisory commission positions
- Public comment period
- Next meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Study Session Agenda
May 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
3. Presentation
a. AB 26-38: Receive Updates from 14th District Representative Deb Manjarrez and
Representative Gloria Mendoza.
4. Public Comments Update
5. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business or
general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please stand
or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come forward
to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be limited to
three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
6. New Business
a. AB 26-39: Receive Update on Progress Filling Vacant City Council and Advisory
Commission Positions.
7. Adjournment
Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on May 11, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may
require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to select Mayor Pro Tem for 2026-2027 term
The Toppenish City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items and select a Mayor Pro Tem for the 2026-2027 term. The meeting includes a presentation on financial stability progress and public comment opportunities.
- Approve minutes from April 13, 2026 meeting
- Approve payroll checks totaling $314,299.41
- Approve claims checks totaling $204,818.89
- Select Mayor Pro Tem for 2026-2027 term
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
April 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1. Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business or
general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please stand
or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come forward
to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be limited to
three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4. Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted by
one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any item
on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the April 13, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Payroll Checks and Bank Drafts as listed in the a …
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Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Toppenish Planning Commission to review 2026 Comprehensive Plan utilities and economic development updates
The Toppenish Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 15, 2026, at 5:30 PM in City Hall. The body will approve minutes from the March 18 meeting and hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Utilities and Economic Development Element. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Agenda
April 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approve Agenda
4.
Public Comment
The Planning Commission welcomes public attendance at Planning Commission meetings.
With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits government agencies from allowing
the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for campaign purposes. At this time, citizen
comments and inquiries about agenda business are encouraged. If you wish to address
the Planning Commission, please stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After
you are recognized, please come forward to the lectern, state your name, and address for
the public record. Your remarks must be limited to three minutes or less. Please use the
microphone.
5.
Approval of Minutes
a. Consider the Minutes of the March 18, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting.
6.
New Business
a. Comprehensive Plan Update Utilities and Economic Development Element
Presentation
7.
Other Business
8.
Adjournment
Next Planning Commission Meeting Will Be Held on May 20, 2026
Planning Commission meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who
may require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish council to vote on routine payroll, claims, and salary waiver
The Toppenish City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, payroll, and claims, as well as a salary waiver ordinance and an employment agreement amendment. Four proposed resolutions will accept bids for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and property demolition, and a cooperative services agreement with Sunnyside.
- Approve Ordinance No. 2026-08, Salary Waiver
- Approve Resolution No. 2026-12, Amendment No. 2 to Employment Agreement with Daniel Ford
- Approve Payroll Checks and Bank Drafts totaling $186,694.28
- Approve Claims Checks and Bank Drafts totaling $642,400.50
- Accept bids for Wastewater Treatment Plant Dryer Building Construction Project, Headworks Screen and Blower Project, and Property Demolition
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
April 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1.
Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
4.
Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the March 23, 2026, Regular Meeting.
b. Approve Minutes of the April 6, 2026, Study Sess …
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Toppenish City Council to discuss salary waiver ordinance in study session
The Toppenish City Council will hold a study session to discuss AB 26-31, a salary waiver ordinance. The meeting includes procedural items, public comments, and a presentation on the ordinance. No formal decisions are scheduled for this session.
- Discussion on AB 26-31: Salary Waiver Ordinance
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
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City Council Study Session Agenda
April 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Public Comments Update
4.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business or
general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please stand
or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come forward
to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be limited to
three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5.
Presentation
a. AB 26-31: Discussion on Salary Waiver Ordinance.
6.
Adjournment
Next Council Meeting Will Be Held on April 13, 2026.
City Council meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. For individuals who may
require special accommodations, please contact City Hall at (509) 865-6754, 24 hours in
advance.
Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Toppenish council to hear royalty presentation and vote on payroll and claims
The Toppenish City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The body will receive a presentation on AB 26-29: Toppenish Royalty and vote on routine items including payroll checks totaling $286,309.29 and claims checks totaling $419,919.60. A proposed ordinance to amend advisory board membership rules will also be discussed.
- Presentation on AB 26-29: Toppenish Royalty
- Approve payroll checks totaling $286,309.29
- Approve claims checks totaling $419,919.60
- Discuss AB 26-30: Proposed Ordinance No. 2026-07 amending parks board advisory membership rules
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Council Chambers, Toppenish
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
March 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
21 West 1st Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948
Televised Live and Streamed at the link below:
https://reflect-midvalley.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=2
1.
Regular Session Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Welcome
2.
Approve Agenda
3.
Presentation
a. AB 26-29: Toppenish Royalty.
4.
Public Comment
The City Council welcomes public attendance at Council meetings. This meeting is for the
conduct of regular City business. With very few exceptions, RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits
government agencies from allowing the use of public facilities, directly or indirectly, for
campaign purposes. At this time, citizen comments and inquiries about agenda business
or general City matters are encouraged. If you wish to address the City Council, please
stand or raise a hand so you can be called upon. After you are recognized, please come
forward to the lectern and state your name for the public record. Your remarks must be
limited to three minutes or less. Please use the microphone.
5.
Consent Agenda
All matters on the consent agenda have been provided to each Councilmember for review
and are considered to be routine or have been previously discussed and will be adopted
by one motion and vote without discussion. However, if a Councilmember desires, any
item on this agenda will be discussed before any action is taken on it.
a. Approve Minutes of the March 9, 2026, Regular Meeting. …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 43 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $7.6M | YAKAMA POWER Department of the Interior · ELECTRIC UTILITY SERVICE, WIP |
| $1.4M | YAKAMA POWER Department of the Interior · FY2021 YAKAMA POWER ELECTRIC SERVICE |
| $248,868 | CONFEDERATED TRIBES AND BANDS OF THE YAKAMA NATI Department of Defense · YAKAMA NATION PROSSER HATCHERY REARING AND RELEASE OF CHINOOK SALMON |
| $239,039 | CONFEDERATED TRIBES AND BANDS OF THE YAKAMA NATI Department of Defense · ACCLIMATION AND SHORT-TERM REARING OF SUBYEARLING AND YEARLING FALL CH |
| $210,000 | YAKAMA POWER Department of Health and Human Services · ELECTRICITY SERVICES FOR THE YAKAMA SERVICE UNIT. FOR A 12 MONTH PERIO |
| $190,931 | CONFEDERATED TRIBES AND BANDS OF THE YAKAMA NATI Department of Defense · FALL CHINOOK FISH ACCLIMATION AND RELEASE AT PROSSER HATCHERY |
| $184,400 | CONFEDERATED TRIBES AND BANDS OF THE YAKAMA NATI Department of Defense · CHINOOK ACCLIMATION AT PROSSER HATHERY OF SUBYEARLINGS AND YEARLINGS. |
| $166,565 | CONFEDERATED TRIBES AND BANDS OF THE YAKAMA NATI Department of Defense · PROSSER - LONG TERM REARING URB - SUPPLY OF 600K YEARLINGS |
| $136,958 | YAKAMA POWER Department of Health and Human Services · FIRM FIXED-PRICE UTILITY ENERGY SERVICES CONTRACT (UESC) FOR THE PROVI |
| $134,267 | TIMBERMAN'S QUALITY TREE SERVICE LLC Department of Agriculture · TIMBERMAN'S QUALITY TREE SERVICE LLC WACOF002257 E14 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Yakima County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments5,010 (71,390 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,335/mo (76 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy38.0% (low numeracy 48% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.
Meeting archives
- 2025 (18 meetings)