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The Yakima City Council 5-2 on Tuesday in favor of annexing the land.

According to Randy Beehler, the Community & Public Affairs Director, the new map excludes key areas such as the Sun Country Estates.

Attendees can also enjoy light refreshments while engaging in discussions.

Fruit Row saw big benefits from rail when Northern Pacific Railway rolled into the valley.

Yakima's Vicki Baker has been named as the new Yakima City Manager.

Last week the council picked a favorite out of the top three candidates but the council isn't yet identifying that person.

Yakima City Council member and Deputy Mayor Matt Brown says the ruling marks a "pivotal moment for our community."

All three will be at a community meet-and-greet event set for Monday, July 1 at the Yakima Convention Center at 6:00 pm.

The meeting starts at 5:30 pm at Yakima City Hall.

Council member and Deputy Mayor Matt Brown, one of the five who voted against the issue has issued a press release.