Naches, Washington
Town in the United States in Yakima County
About Naches
Naches is a town in Yakima County, Washington, United States. The population was 1,084 at the 2020 census. The town is located along the Naches River west of Yakima near the eastern foothills of the Cascade Range.
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How Naches is governed
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Residents of Naches
Registered voters elect the officials below.
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Mayor
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The city's chief elected official. Presides over the executive branch, proposes the budget and represents the city.
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City Manager / Administrator
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The professional administrator who runs day-to-day operations (in some cities appointed by the council instead of the mayor).
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Police Chief
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Leads the police department.
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Fire Chief
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Leads the fire and emergency services department.
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Public Works Director
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Streets, water, sewer, and city buildings.
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Finance Director
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The budget, taxes, and city accounts.
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Planning & Zoning Director
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Land use, zoning, building permits.
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Parks, programs, and public facilities.
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City Council
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The elected body that passes ordinances, sets the tax rate and approves the budget.
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City Clerk
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Keeps the official records, runs meeting agendas and, often, local elections.
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City Attorney
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The city's lawyer; advises officials and prosecutes ordinance violations.
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Boards & Commissions
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Citizen advisory bodies, such as planning, zoning appeals and library boards.
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Municipal Court
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Hears traffic, ordinance and other minor cases.
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Municipal Judge
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Presides over the municipal court.
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- Website
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Population over time
From 795 in 2010 to 1,084 in 2020 (+36.4%).
Show the numbers
| Year | Population |
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| 2020 | 1,084 |
| 2010 | 795 |
History
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, early settlers like Henry Sedge played a role in the development of the Naches and Nile communities. Sedge was appointed postmaster of Nile and was involved in education and community events, including Memorial Day programs at the local schoolhouse.
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