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City of Spokane
Community Update
Oct. 17, 2023
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Walking With Woodward
Volunteers of America's Young Adult Shelter will soon begin 24/7 operations to give guests more time for education or job training.
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Construction Update
- One lane in each direction will be open until early morning Monday, Oct. 23.
- Please continue to utilize Washington and Division streets to relieve pressure off of Monroe St. when possible.
- Traffic patterns will change again as the project nears completion in mid-November.
- Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for morning status updates.
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Work WITH Us during construction season:
- Allow for More Time and Patience
- Slow Down and Stay Alert
- Follow Designated Detours and Obey Speed Limits
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Registration Ends Sunday for Spokane Neighborhood Summit
The City’s Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) invites any Spokane resident who is an aspiring or current member of a neighborhood council to its free Spokane Neighborhood Summit and community resource fair on Saturday, Nov. 4, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Spokane Fire Department Training Center. Workshop topics include, but are not limited to: Leveraging Community Partners for Sustainable Impact; Diversifyting Funding Streams; Working with City Government; Social Media; and Facilitating an Effective Meeting. Registration is open on Eventbrite through Sunday, Oct. 22.
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Hunt for the Golden Stencil
Find specially marked golden stencil storm drains around the City and submit their location to 4 News Now. Send in a selfie with the stencil for a bonus entry! Winners will receive a $100 gift card to a local business. For full details and instructions on how to enter, visit kxly.com/stormdrain.
Have fun finding the stencils, and remember drains are for rains!
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DSC Adjusts Hours Wednesday Mornings to Focus on Permit Load
As a way of maximizing staff time to focus on plan reviews to reduce project timelines this fall, the Development Services Center (DSC) on the third floor of Spokane City Hall has adjusted its hours on Wednesdays through at least the end of the year and will be open to walk-ins from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day. Calls will go to voicemail from 8 to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. The DSC will remain open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Click here for more information.
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Old wood stove? Replace It!
If you have a wood heating stove or insert that is 20 years old or older, now is a great time to upgrade! Instant discounts of $1,000 - $2,500 are available to pre-qualified Spokane County homeowners when upgrading their old wood stove to a new wood, pellet, or gas stove or a ductless heat pump. For program details and to apply, visit the Spokane Clean Air website.
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Council Recap
Council Member Ryan Oelrich recaps the Monday, Oct. 16, Spokane City Council meeting.
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Be a Part of Shaping the Future of Centers and Corridors
Open houses for the City’s Centers and Corridors Study are set for Thursday, Oct. 26, 4:30 - 7 p.m. at Central Library and virtually on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 6 - 7 p.m. A short community survey is also open through Sunday, Nov. 12. The project will identify which land-use strategies have been successful and ones that may need updated in the City’s next Comprehensive Plan. Read our blog post to learn more.
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100 New Street Trees Coming to North Spokane
Throughout October, approximately 100 new street trees will be planted in West Central, Emerson Garfield, Bemiss, Nevada Heights, and Hillyard, as a part of the SpoCanopy program. Click here to learn more.
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Survey To Help Shape The Future Of Hillyard
What is your wish for Hillyard? Do you want to see more jobs and businesses? Are you interested in more ways to get around by walking, biking, or transit? Are there enough housing options? What about parks and community-building events? Take a survey that is part of the Hillyard Subarea Plan process and open during the month of October. The City, the Northeast Public Development Authority and consultants have embarked on the plan initiative aimed to support revitalization, attract redevelopment/ investment, and improve quality of life in Hillyard, the legacy industrial district and vicinity.
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Street Sweeping Continues
City street maintenance crews are responsible for cleaning 1,460 lane miles of residential streets and 760 lane miles of arterial streets. Each crew is made up of a mechanical broom, street flusher, and hauling truck to pick up heavy and fine debris. For more information and a route schedule visit the City’s website.
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Your Vote Matters
Mark your calendar with these key dates for the upcoming Tuesday, Nov. 7 General Election! For more information visit sos.wa.gov/elections.
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City of Spokane Jobs
The City of Spokane is hiring! Check out the featured jobs of the week:
For a full list of job openings with the City of Spokane click here.
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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!
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Join ‘Adopt A Neighbor, ’ Make Winter Brighter for Seniors, Individuals with Disabilities!
Long Term Care of Eastern Washington is launching a volunteer snow removal assistance program called Adopt A Neighbor for seniors in need and those with disabilities. The initiative seeks groups such as clubs, organizations, businesses, churches, community centers and schools in Spokane County. Individuals interested in participating will be paired with a group. To sign up, contact Adopt A Neighbor by email or phone. Click here to learn more.
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Autumn Adventures: Fall Compost Fair
The annual Fall Leaf Festival and Compost Fair is Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Finch Arboretum. Spokane County residents can learn about composting fall leaves from Master Composters/Recyclers in the beautiful setting of the arboretum. Learn more on our website.
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On the Bright Side
Over the weekend, history came to life through photos, newspapers, and many other items that uplift and celebrate Black history in Spokane. Roughly 540 items were scanned and added to a digital archive for the community to have easier and more centralized access to this rich history. If you didn't make it to the event but have items you'd like to copy and add to the archive please email the library!
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