Ross says they'll continue to count until the election is certified and counting is officially over on August 20. Ross says he expects a final voter turnout of 27%.
In the end the council voted in favor of setting up a future meeting with city lobbyists to talk about the concerns of Yakima residents and about immigration reform in general.
City officials say the E-Verify program placed an "administrative, economic, and regulatory burden on small businesses that contract with or would otherwise consider contracting with the city of Yakima."
Council member Kay Funk motioned to have the issue of ICE flights added to the next city council agenda for discussion but no other council members seconded her motion.
And despite the city protest the ICE flights continue Today.
The council next Tuesday will also issue a proclamation declaring the month of June as LGBTQ Pride month.
The council meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at Yakima City hall.