In Woodward's Words

The Spokane Police Department is emphasizing enforcement of the new drug laws in known hotspots.

Construction Zone

Construction Update

The Maple St. Bridge is under construction! From 8 P.M. to 6 A.M. daily all northbound Maple St. lanes are closed. One southbound lane remains open. 

This is a complex project, requiring several traffic plan changes. It is estimated to be completed in November. Click here for more info.

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 Details Labor Day Closures

Here are the Labor Day (Sept. 4) closures and cancellations:

• Solid waste services will be a day late all week.
• City facilities including City Hall and the Waste to Energy Facility will be closed.
• On street paid parking will not require payments but remember even when parking is free on holidays, all parking rules, including time limits, still apply.
• Spokane Municipal Court and Community Justice Services will be closed.
• All Spokane Public Library branches will be closed.
• My Spokane 311 employees will not be available for in person, phone, or online inquiries.
• Development Service Center employees will not be available.
• The City’s six aquatic centers will be closed.
• Spokane City Council is not scheduled to meet on Monday, Sept. 4.

Mom Honors Daughter with New Trail

Nancy MacKerrow has spent two decades keeping the memory of her daughter alive with a leafy legacy and now, a new public trail in west Spokane.

Survey Seeks Input on Access-To-Transit Improvements in East Central

Take this survey to help the Spokane Transit Authority, City of Spokane and City of Spokane Valley improve access to transit in neighborhoods along I-90 in East Spokane. This survey will inform a joint, multi-agency Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant application to the US Department of Transportation to reconnect historic neighborhoods and parks bordering I-90 by funding safe and continuous routes for people of all ages and abilities to safely walk, bike and roll to public transit. Take the survey!

Nuisance Property Abatement

Earlier this summer, the owners of a chronic drug nuisance house on E. Bismark in Spokane were served a warrant of abatement to vacate the house. The property owners were well aware of the process and that they needed to find another place to stay. The abatement process in this case was seven years in the making, but in one afternoon, neighbors are breathing a sigh of relief.

Free Business Workshops Scheduled

Main Street America, a national network of neighborhoods and communities that helps revitalize older and historic commercial districts, and Grow with Google will offer free virtual workshops for small businesses on Sept. 14, Oct. 5 and Nov. 14. The live trainings include how to connect with customers, sell more products online and improve business productivity. The Market Street and Sprague business districts in Spokane received state Main Street awards in the past for projects associated with the City.

Council Recap

Council Member Betsy Wilkerson recaps the Monday, Aug. 28, Spokane City Council meeting.

Pig Out In the Park Returns TOMORROW!

Pig Out In the Park returns to Riverfront Spokane for six days of delicious food and live entertainment! For a full list of food vendors and the music schedule visit the Pig Out In the Park website.

Water Wise Spokane Tip - Raise Your Lawn Mower Blades

Letting your grass maintain a longer length keeps it healthier and requires less water. Learn more at WaterWiseSpokane.org!

Comp Plan Amendment Applications To Be Accepted

Pre-submittal meetings for citizens, developers and adjacent jurisdictions to apply for amendments to the City’s Comprehensive Plan are being scheduled. To schedule a pre-submittal meeting or to ask amendment process questions, contact us via phone or email. During the pre-submittal meeting, applications will be provided. The application period is from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31. More info on our website.

Spokane City Parks Water Every Other Day Too

Check out how and why City Parks waters every other day. Learn more about the ongoing work to foster healthy parks, including pollinator projects, water conservation, and pesticide reduction at spokaneparks.org/ParkHealth.

City Launches Middle Housing Support Team

To support small developers building middle housing, Planning Services has launched a Middle Housing Support Team. This team can assist projects by:

• Serving as the point of contact to help minimize the number of interactions with City Staff.
• Helping you understand the variety of housing incentive programs your project may qualify for.
• Brainstorming project alternatives or identify potential solutions to unique or difficult developments.

Book an appointment today!

City of Spokane Jobs

The City of Spokane is hiring! Check out the featured jobs of the week:

• Laboratory Technician
• Community Risk Reduction Specialist - Spokane Fire
• Custodial Foreperson
• Senior Traffic Engineer
• Police Radio Dispatcher II - Lateral

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

Attention Future Police Officers!

Your calling awaits! The City of Spokane is covering testing fees for all Spokane test takers on Saturday, Sept. 9! Sign up to take the Public Safety Test now at publicsafetytesting.com.

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.

Are you prepared in case of an emergency?

Check out the City’s Emergency Management page!

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. Please email the Emergency Management Department to arrange donations. 

Summer Fun: Labor Day Concert In The Park

The Spokane Symphony will perform a FREE Labor Day concert at Comstock Park on Monday, Sept. 4, at 6 p.m.

On the Bright Side

Welcome Salvation Army Captains David and Kelly Cain to Spokane. And a big congratulations and thank for the backpacks for kids event that gets students ready to go back to school.