In Woodward's Words

Mayor Nadine Woodward worked with mayors around the state as part of the Legislature's update to laws regarding the possession and use of drugs.

Walking With Woodward

Mayor Nadine Woodward attended the Matt Place Foundation Smart Home Grand Opening.

Construction Zone

Traffic Calming Workshops

Join us at an upcoming Traffic Calming Workshop May 16-18. Details on our website.

Work WITH Us during construction season:

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

Share Your Budget Priorities!

Mayor Nadine Woodward hosted a series of Budget Town Hall meetings to discuss the City’s finances and priorities for the 2024 budget and collect feedback about City services. Community members are encouraged to complete a short survey sharing their priorities. More budget info on our website.

Neighborhood News You Can Use

The Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) shares some neighborhood news you can use! For more neighborhood news read the ONS Monthly Report and visit spokaneneighborhoods.org to find out what neighborhood you live in and how to join your neighborhood council.

Public Comment Sought

We want to hear from you! The City of Spokane is now seeking input on the draft South Logan Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Plan and the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). A 30-day public comment period is open through Thursday, June 8. 

In addition to providing written comments, you are invited to a public workshop on Thursday, May 18, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Learn more about the workshop as well as the draft documents here.

Bike Everywhere Month

May is Bike Everywhere Month! Click here for a list of Bike Everywhere Month events/rides.

Council Recap

Council Member Michael Cathcart recaps the Monday, May 15, Spokane City Council meeting.

Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The City of Spokane has initiated a public comment period through Wednesday, June 7 regarding a proposed suite of text and policy changes to Chapter 3 of its Comprehensive Plan. Chapter 3 concerns land use in the city, providing the long-term vision, values, goals, and policies for development of the City for the next 20 years and more. Review the proposed changes and submit your comments here! 

2022 Environmental Highlights

The City of Spokane is unique. It owns and operates most of its own utilities and services. The operations of City facilities take care of your daily needs while conserving materials and resources, generating power, and saving citizens money. Many by generating and reusing their own energy. Check out all that we did in 2022!

HEART Fundraiser

Humane Evacuation Animal Rescue Team (HEART) is holding their first fundraiser! HEART is an all volunteer, non-profit group formed to fill a need for local and national emergency disaster relief for animals. Their innagural fundraiser is Monday, May 22, 6 - 9 p.m. at Craft & Gather. The $35 ticket price includes a buffet dinner, live music, access to the silent auction with fantastic items, and a 50/50 raffle. Click here to get your tickets.

North Spokane Community Connect Broadband Survey

The BroadLinc Public Development Authority was created by the Spokane County Commissioners to coordinate with local governments, tribes, public and private entities, and nonprofits to develop strategies and plans to construct broadband internet infrastructure. BroadLinc will oversee the acquisition of broadband assets and infrastructure on behalf of member cities and towns of Spokane County.

Understanding the current internet services and quality for Spokane County residents will help BroadLinc apply for federal grants. Please take this short 2-minute survey about your internet services and needs.

SFD Hiring Open House

The Spokane Fire Department will be holding a Hiring Open House on Saturday, May 20, 1 - 4 p.m. at the Spokane Fire Department Training Center, 1608 N. Rebecca St. This event is a great opportunity to explore firefighting as a career and learn about job openings. SFD will have skill stations set up to demonstrate firefighter skills including a ladder climb and hose advance. Talk with current SFD firefighters about their jobs and learn more about the Public Safety Testing Process! Click here for more info.

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!

Hoopfest Court Monitor Volunteers

Be a part of the action! Get the prime spot for watching the games all weekend by being a court monitor. All levels of basketball experience are invited to participate. A limited number of applicants under the age of 16 will be accepted. Click here for details and to apply.

Spring Dreams: Mend-It Café

The first ever Mend-It Café is coming to Spokane on Saturday, May 20, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Shadle Park Library.

Here is how the Mend-It Café will work:

• Bring an article of clothing to be repaired
• Check in and get paired with a mender
• Watch as your mender brings new life to your garment.

Click here for more info.

On the Bright Side

The Spokane Fire Department was awarded the EMS Agency of the Year Award at the 2023 Excellence in EMS Awards presented by the Spokane County EMS Council. SFD Captain Mike Dawson was also honored for his 26 years of service to the community with the Outstanding Lifetime Service Award and Community Risk Reduction Manager Jamie McIntyre was honored for promoting safety in the community. Congratulations to all!