In Woodward's Words

Mayor Nadine Woodward delivered her annual State of the City Address with a speech about listening and collaboration.

Walking With Woodward

Mayor Nadine Woodward visits Mr. McKinnis’ third grade class!

City Launches Full City Plow

The first Full-City plow of 2023 is underway! Residential areas will start being plowed once arterials, hills, and secondary routes are in good condition. Business districts will be cleared in the late night hours. For more info visit our website.

Tell Us About Your Housing Journey

Your housing journey can help the City of Spokane plan for the future of our city. We are seeking out residents and those who wish they could be homeowners to be included in our outreach efforts. Put a voice on your housing story, your concerns, hopes, and dreams for the future of housing choice! Take the 10-minute survey. Sharing your contact information is optional and all responses will be kept confidential.

Let’s Talk General Facilities Charges

A General Facilities Charge (GFC) is a connection fee paid by the property owner seeking to connect to the utility system. The charge includes the physical connection to the system and the equitable share of the cost. The City is evaluating the current status and providing information for future decisions. For more information visit the GFC webpage.

Women Helping Women Fund Accepting Applications For Vivian Winston Scholarship

The Women Helping Women Fund, which empowers local women and children to achieve their full potential, has announced the application period is open for its Vivian Winston Scholarship. The scholarship awards funds to local mothers juggling the cost of tuition and childcare. Applications are due Friday, March 17. 

Council Recap

Council Member Karen Stratton recaps the Monday, Feb. 27, Spokane City Council meeting.

REVISED Traffic Alert!

Current and forecasted weather is delaying the start of the construction project that will close north TJ Meenach Dr. to Monday, Mar. 13. The closure will impact TJ Meenach Dr. between Northwest Blvd. and the north end of the bridge at north Pettet Dr. and Riverside State Park Dr. Plan ahead for an alternate route. For project information and a detour map, visit the City’s website.

Become a Master Composter/Recycler!

We are recruiting residents for the 2023 Master Composter/Recycler class. This six – week course teaches residents how to reduce waste through home composting and recycling. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 3. For more information visit our website.

Employee and Apartment Bike Parking Survey

We are updating our bicycle parking code and want to hear from you! Take our survey.

City of Spokane Jobs

The City of Spokane is hiring! The classifications opening for recruitment this week are:



• Business Systems Analyst II
• Information Systems Analyst I
• Program Manager (CHHS)
• Police Records Specialist

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

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!

National Wildlife Refuge Tree Potting Event!

Refuge staff are seeking volunteers to assist with potting 5,000 trees to be used in habitat restoration projects. Participants are asked to wear appropriate clothing (closed toe shoes, long pants) and provide their own food and water. Refuge staff will provide all the potting equipment. Join them to help give back to your public lands. This free family-friendly event is open to all ages. No experience necessary.

For more information contact Ranger Josh by phone or email.

Winter Wonders: Free Skate Rentals

Free ice skate rentals are being offered at the Numerica Skate Ribbon starting today, Feb. 28 through the last day of the ice season Sunday, March 5. Visit our website for the Skate Ribbon hours.

On the Bright Side

The Indian Trail Library Re-Opening is one week away! Enjoy renovated space features, the Basalt Burrow Children's Playspace, more meeting space, and new amenities like new carpet, HVAC, lighting, and more. Click here for more details.