City of Pullman

PULLMAN, WA—As the first year of the newly established Outdoor Irrigation Season comes to an end, residents are reminded that the season will conclude as scheduled on September 30, 2023. The Pullman City Code Chapter 10B for Water Conservation outlines the Outdoor Irrigation Season as June 1 through September 30 annually, unless otherwise declared by the Public Works Director or their designee.

PULLMAN, WA— Project Downtown Pullman has been in process since 2019 and will be sent out to bid in mid-October. Funded by American Rescue Plan (ARPA) monies the city received, the $9 million project has followed a thorough planning and design phase conducted by Welch Comer, the contracted engineering and design firm with numerous years of municipal construction and design project experience. Community input and engagement during the process included an online survey, focus groups and a Project Downtown Steering Committee comprised of downtown business owners and community leaders. Starting in November 2022, the design of the planned infrastructure and revitalization project was presented to Pullman City Council at the 30, 60 and 90 percent phase. These meetings were open to the public for comment.

Community members are invited to have a meaningful conversation with city representatives at the upcoming City Council Town Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 190 SE Crestview St., Bldg. A.

PULLMAN, WA—The Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport will be performing a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Drill scheduled for Wednesday, September 13 beginning at 3:00 p.m. and will end at a time dependent on the drill scenario. This drill will include medical triage, hazardous materials response, fire suppression, and evacuation exercises.

PULLMAN, WA— At 8:15 AM on Monday September 11, 2023, Mayor Glenn A. Johnson issued an Emergency Declaration due to the immediate need to haul Biosolids from the current storage facility at the Pullman Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) and to expedite a lengthy procurement process.

PULLMAN, WA—August on the Palouse brings continued warm temperatures and the return of the Washington State University population. The City of Pullman would like to take this opportunity to remind all residents that the Outdoor Irrigation Season is defined as June 1 through September 30.

PULLMAN, WA—As temperatures in the area are forecasted to rise into the high nineties this week, the City of Pullman reminds residents that Neill Public Library is accessible during the hottest part of the day. Anyone is welcome to come in from the heat to enjoy the air-conditioned space, Wi-Fi, public computers, and reading material.

PULLMAN, WA—The City of Pullman is looking for passionate community members to apply for vacancies in any of the following groups: Arts Commission; Cemetery Committee; Civil Service Commission; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee; and Environmental Resilience Commission.

PULLMAN, WA—Pullman City Council passed Resolution R-38-23 on August 8, 2023 regarding the operation of electric scooters and bicycles. The resolution contains three parts.

PULLMAN, WA—The City of Pullman is preparing to move forward with the next steps in Project Downtown Pullman, the reconstruction of Main Street between Spring Street and Grand Avenue planned for 2024 that will result in more space for “people centric” activities that bring people to downtown Pullman.

PULLMAN, WA—The application for the zone change regarding Mader Rock Quarry was withdrawn by the applicant late Friday, July 28. The proposed location for Mader Rock Quarry was northwest of Kamiak Elementary School.

PULLMAN, WA—With forecasted temperatures expected to be in the 90s and low 100s in the region, the City of Pullman reminds the community that Neill Public Library is accessible during the hottest part of the day. Residents may use the air-conditioned space, which includes bathrooms, a drinking fountain, and Wi-Fi, during the library’s regular open hours listed below.

Upcoming Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, July 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 190 SE Crestview Street, Bldg. A. A public hearing on the proposed zone change near Kamiak Elementary, more commonly known as the Mader rock quarry, is on the agenda.

PULLMAN, WA—The City of Pullman will be replacing the water line that was damaged in April of this year near Kamiaken Street in the Palouse River. The replacement water line will be constructed via direction boring through rock under the river, going from NE Olsen Street to the north side of the Kamiaken Street train trestle. The installation will begin on July 24 and will take three to four weeks, ending in mid-August.

On June 27, 2023, at a Metropolitan Parks District Meeting, members of the Maynard-Price American Legion Post 52 kicked off fundraising efforts by generously donating $25,000 to the Veterans Memorial Monument Park fund.

Head to downtown Pullman on Friday, July 21 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for the Historic Preservation Commission Annual Walking Tour. Using place to introduce the people of Pullman, this year’s tour will be exploring underserved and underrepresented populations in Pullman’s past.

The City of Pullman is seeking engaged community volunteers to apply for vacancies in any of the following groups: Arts Commission, Cemetery Committee, Civil Service Commission, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee.

Celebrate "Where Community Grows" with Pullman Parks and Recreation this July

Black and white photo of road, blue background with City of Pullman logo, Text reads Resurfacing Project June-August 2023 Bishop Boulevard

PULLMAN, WA—The City of Pullman Water Department presents a summary on the quality of water provided to residents during the past year.

The City of Pullman has contracted with Motley-Motley, Inc. of Pullman to resurface the following street segments: Merman Drive from Terre View Drive to Westwood Drive and Westwood Drive from Merman Drive to Northwood Drive.

The City of Pullman Fire Department will be conducting training exercises at a structure located at 1570 SE Johnson Avenue, adjacent to Mary’s Park.

PULLMAN, WA — In accordance with the newly established Pullman City Code Chapter 10B for Water Conservation, the annual Outdoor Irrigation Season is defined as June 1 through September 30, unless declared otherwise by the Public Works Director or their designee. Outside of this time frame, outdoor irrigation is prohibited.

The 2023 State of the City presentation occurred at The Gladish on May 9th during the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon. Mayor Glenn A. Johnson, Chief of Police Jake Opgenorth, and City Administrator, Mike Urban, all spoke at the presentation.

Pullman was recognized for the 26th time as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its steadfast commitment to effective urban forest management.

At the meeting held on March 28, the City Council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance to establish a Water Conservation Code.

Access the list of past City of Pullman Newsletters.

The Pullman City Council, following an executive session at the March 14 Council meeting, unanimously carried a motion to modify the timeline for Project Downtown Pullman.

Pullman fire investigators said a fire that partially destroyed an apartment Sunday afternoon was caused by a lithium-ion battery that was being charged for a remote-control car while the resident was away from the apartment.

City of Pullman staff in the Community Development Department received an application from the Port of Whitman County requesting a rezone of approximately 84 acres of land near U.S. Highway 195 and Old Wawawai Road.

The City of Pullman completed accountability and financial audits with the Washington State Auditor’s Office for 2019, and has appropriately accounted for all monies.

The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) recently recognized the City of Pullman as a 2023 WellCity, the City’s 19th consecutive honor.

On Tuesday, consultant Arnett Muldrow introduced draft designs for Pullman's unifying place brand to the City Council and the community.

Neill Public Library is accepting non-perishable donations throughout February as part of their Food for Fines campaign to benefit the Pullman Community Action Center.

The City of Pullman is seeking qualified agencies to design, implement, and provide continuing services for its website redesign.

On December 14, 2022 at 8:37 pm, Pullman Police Officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Latah Street for a weapon offense.

E Main Street/SR-270 is now fully reopened. Pullman Police will keep SE Latah Street and SE Benewahl Street closed indefinitely following the SWAT event that occurred early Thursday morning.

The City of Pullman supports the Flex Fund's mission to offer flexible working capital for eligible businesses to aid post-pandemic recovery.

Yesterday's snow and ice events presented challenges as City staff prepare for a looming winter storm.

The Salary Commission for Elected Officials will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 30, at 9:30 a.m.

A public hearing will be held as part of the City Council Regular Meeting on November 15, to hear comments from taxpayers whether for or against any part of the proposed budget.

Applications are being accepted for Civil Service Commission and the newly-formed Environmental Resilience Commission.

Once the new electric bus is road-ready, about 40% of the fleet will be of the electric or hybrid-electric variety.

City crews plan to visit neighborhoods for leaf collection starting in November.

The 4.5% utility rate increase for residential and commercial customers begins in November.

On Wednesday, October 19, community members may RSVP to attend a public input session where they can participate in Pullman's rebranding effort.

The Pullman City Council invites residents to engage and interact in productive conversation during any of the three ward town halls scheduled for October 4-6, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Prepare for upcoming traffic projects happening around Pullman.

Starting Saturday, youth ages 18 and under can ride public transportation in Pullman fare-free.

The City is proud to open Pullman's first ADA-accessible playground to the community at Mary's Park.

Beginning Monday, September 26, contractor Motley-Motley, Inc., will start pavement and curb reconstruction near the intersection of Grand and Center to repair damage caused by Saturday's water main break.

The City of Pullman lifted the boil water advisory Tuesday after all 16 water quality samples indicated the water is safe to drink.

On Sunday morning, City crews restored water to Pullman residents and business who may have been affected by yesterday's water main break at the intersection of Grand and Center.

City crews responded to a water main break Saturday afternoon near Grand Avenue and Center Street. As maintenance crews work to restore water service, it is advised (out of caution) that residents boil water if they are experiencing low pressure or discolored water.

On Sunday, City and regional first responders will honor those lost in the tragic attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001, with a ceremony at City Hall.

The City encourages interested individuals to apply for the seven membership openings for the recently formed DEIB Committee.

The City of Pullman is soliciting requests for proposals to coordinate and implement Pullman’s Strategic Tourism Plan.

The City Council expressed its support for selected projects that aim to reinvigorate Pullman's downtown infrastructure.

Councilmember Megan Guido has achieved the Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities.

Several vacancies are available for willing and able volunteers to apply.

The City of Pullman activated the Pullman Senior Center as a cooling center for Sunday, July 31, to provide relief from high temperatures.

With extreme heat warnings prevalent this week, Neill Public Library is the best place in Pullman to keep cool for those residents without adequate temperature control.

The City encourages the community to make voluntary water conservation efforts by making small, smart changes to their outdoor irrigation plans this summer.

Pullman City Council Ward redistricting takes place once every 10 years following the most recent decennial census, which was completed in 2020. Learn about redistricting, view maps and data, and get involved in the redistricting process.

Effective immediately, Pullman Transit will no longer require masks for employees and patrons on its buses and Dial-A-Ride vehicles.