Community days, parade and local restaurant recognized at council meeting

A council presentation summarized Selah Days survey results and upcoming community events, including the 4th of July at Carlin Park from 6 to 10 p.m. with fireworks at 10 p.m. The presenter noted favorites and wishes from the survey—"Kings Row" was cited as a top local business and respondents listed Target and Chick-fil-A among desired downtown additions—and encouraged sign-ups for a community paddle battle with tiered entry fees ($50 for first tournament, $25 for a second).

During proclamations, the council presented Community Pride awards to My Little Restaurant and to Noreda and Alex Alvarez for hosting the city's first public Cinco de Mayo celebration. Alex Alvarez, who identified himself as director of public relations for the restaurant, said the event drew "over 200 people" and the business secured "over $4,000" in sponsorship and support. Community members praised the volunteer effort; public commenter Barb Petrie said the community days team contributed "almost 6,000 hours" of volunteer time and thanked staff and the fire department for on-the-ground assistance.

The council placed no items on the consent agenda list for discussion and approved the consent agenda by motion without objections. The mayor noted the city will publish art contest winners and event photos in the mayor's monthly newsletter and encouraged continued community participation.