In Woodward's Words

Downtown is an important economic and social benchmark. New City programs and initiatives are impacting public safety and community health.

Construction Zone

East Trent Bridge Open

Yesterday WSDOT commemorated the re-opening of the Historic East Trent Bridge. We are excited for this critical link between the U-District and East Spokane Industrial area to reopen!

Work WITH Us during construction season:

• Allow for More Time and Patience
• Slow Down and Stay Alert
• Follow Designated Detours and Obey Speed Limits

City Line Services Starts July 15

City Line service starts on Saturday! The new route is FREE to ride from July 15 through Sept. 4. City Line has 15-minute service for 17 hours a day, six days a week, with 30-minute service on Sunday. Click here for more information.

Cooking Up Cleaner Diesel Fuel

City of Spokane accepts its first delivery of 9,600 gallons of renewable diesel in the hopes of reducing pollution from the city's fleet while saving taxpayers money.

ICCU Movies at the Pavilion

Enjoy FREE family-friendly movies while lounging under the stars during ICCU Movies at the Pavilion! Bring a lawn chair with a low back or just relax on the cool grass. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring their own food and beverages.

Movies begin at 8:30 p.m.

• July 12: Up!
• July 19: Night at the Museum
• Aug 2: Pirates of the Caribbean
• Aug 9: Top Gun Maverick
• Aug 16: The Greatest Showman
• Aug 26: Super Mario Movie

Water Wise Spokane Tip - Ditch the Lawn

Mixing drought-tolerant plants into your landscaping is a great way to conserve water. Learn more at WaterWiseSpokane.org!

Council Recap

Council Member Betsy Wilkerson recaps the Monday, July 10, Spokane City Council meeting.

Partnering with Nature

The Southgate Neighborhood Council enjoyed a guided walk through Hazel’s Creek natural area with Meghan, our Stormwater Education Specialist. They learned about the history of the property and planned natural stormwater treatment that is happening to keep the environment healthy! You can learn more too on our website! 

Water Wise Challenge

Sign up for the Water Wise Challenge by Saturday, July 15 to compete against your own summer 2022 water meter. The household that saves the most wins a $300 utility bill credit! Click here to sign up.

Street Maintenance Season

City Streets crews have been busy this summer doing preventive pavement maintenance and making repairs as part of the 20-year street plan. Crack sealing, filling potholes, grind and overlay projects, and chip sealing are ways we keep 2,200 lane miles of streets in good condition using Pavement Condition Index ratings.

City of Spokane Jobs

The City of Spokane is hiring! The following classification is accepting applications:

• Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I

For a full list of job openings with the City of Spokane click here.

Become A Foster Parent

Siblings who are placed together experience positive support and improved outcomes. 

Quality caregivers who are committed to keeping siblings together are needed to create supportive spaces for all children and youth in Spokane. 

Become a foster parent today!

Contact Gabriela Mendez at 509.407.7829 or gabriela.mendez@dcyf.wa.gov.

Follow Future Foster Parents of Washington on Facebook!

Need Mental Health Help?

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 9-8-8

Contact Or Walk-In: Frontier Behavioral Health (509) 838-4651 ext 012082. 

Contact or Walk-In: Inland Northwest Behavioral Health (509) 992-1888

CHAS Health: (509) 444-8200

Excelsior Wellness Center: (509) 559-3100

Request Online Appointment

Help for children, adults and families is available via telehealth.

Teen Text and Chat Line: 844-814-TEEN (8336)

Free confidential safe place service available to any teen or young adult.

Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255

Need Resources? 

Call Washington 211 at 2-1-1 or (877) 211-9274 to speak to a local agent

Text your Zip Code to 898211 or email ew211@incontactmail.com

Apply for basic food assistance over the phone!

Access to resources online at: wa211.org

Sign-up for their Newsletter!

Need Access to Food?

Contact SNAP at (509) 319-3050 or SRTC@snapwa.org

Domestic Violence and

Child Abuse Prevention Resources

Prevention at Home Video Series

Trauma Recovery Services

Lutheran Community Services: (509) 747-8224

Intensive Behavioral Health, Victim Advocacy and Foster Care, are available.

Spokane Rewards. Spokane Solves. Spokane Gives

The City of Spokane is a great place to combine community support with expertise. There are more than 30 boards, commissions and committees made up of volunteers who help shape our community. If you have one day a year, or one day a week, there is an opportunity for you. Pick your passion and get involved!

Cooling Center Donations Needed

If community organizations or individuals would like to donate resources to be used during heat waves for individuals in need in Spokane, consider donating bottled water, Gatorade/Powerade, other caffeine-free hydration drinks and sunscreen. Gatorade/Powerade powder that is mixed with water goes farther than pre-mixed hydration drinks. Please email the Emergency Management Department to arrange donations. 

Summer Fun: Little Spokane River Shuttle

The Little Spokane River Shuttle is back! Weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. through Sept. 3. Spokane Parks will provide you and your paddleboard, canoe or kayak transportation from the 9 Mile Take Out of the Little Spokane River to the put in at St. George’s. You can show up anytime throughout the day. Pre-register online at SpokaneRec.org under the Outdoor tab or pay on-site, card only, $12.

On the Bright Side

Congratulations to Spokane Fire Chief Brian Schaeffer on receiving the Washington Fire Chief's Association's prestigious Chief Dan Packer Fire Chief of the Year Award!