City of Spokane
Community Update
June 15, 2021
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Local COVID-19 Data
Since March of 2020, our City has been dramatically impacted by COVID-19. The community continues to demonstrate strength, innovation and resilience. Information is still being updated as health and economic recovery move forward. For the most recent and local data on cases and outcomes, visit SRHD.org. Track State of Washington information with these interactive dashboards for updates. |
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All Washington Residents Age 12+ Eligible for Vaccine
All Washingtonians age 12 and up are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The Governor and the state Department of Health (DOH) have also prioritized equity issues in each phase to ensure vaccine access to populations disproportionately affected by the virus, including communities of color and low-income communities.
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Local Vaccination Distribution Information
Three COVID-19 vaccines have been approved, and have begun to be distributed within the state. Information on the vaccine and its distribution in Washington is found on the DOH website. Learn more details on the SRHD website.
State COVID-19 Information Hotline
1-800-525-0127 (press #)
- 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon.
- 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tues. - Sun. and holidays
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CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People
Currently authorized vaccines in the United States are highly effective at protecting vaccinated people against symptomatic and severe COVID-19. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published updated interim recommendations for people who have been fully vaccinated. Until more is known and vaccination coverage increases, some prevention measures will continue to be necessary for all people, regardless of vaccination status. |
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Mayor Update
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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Council Recap
Monday, June 14, 2021
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STA Summer Pass
Youth ages 6-18 can get their free STA Summer Pass starting today! Head on over to any of our library locations to receive your pass. Students can use their passes during STA service hours between now and Sept 15. See all of the details and summer fun destinations at SpokaneTransit.com/SummerPass. |
Parking Citation Increases Start June 28
Effective Monday, June 28, if you receive a parking citation, fees will increase. Most common will be expired meter tickets that will go from $15 to $30 per violation. For more information visit the Parking Services page. |
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New City Flag
Spokane has a new flag! Designed by Spokane resident Derek Landers: it features green for our natural surroundings, the river which runs through our city, and the sun represents the Salish word, sp̓q̓n̓iʔ, in reference to the meaning of Spokane, "Children of the Sun."
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OPENTogether PPE Distribution
Spokane County is holding free Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution events to assist small businesses and non-profits. The PPE distribution will take place Tuesday, June 22 and Wednesday, June 23, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Spokane County Fairgrounds, located at 404 N. Havana Street. Your registration is good for one day of allocation. |
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Need Access to Food?
Need Mental Health Help?
Contact 24/7: Frontier Crisis Line (509) 838-4428
Contact or Walk-In: Inland Northwest Behavioral Health (509) 992-1888
CHAS Health: (509) 444-8200
Excelsior Wellness Center: (509) 559-3100
Help for children, adults and families is available via telehealth.
Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255
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Lutheran Community Services: (509) 747-8224
Intensive Behavioral Health, Victim Advocacy and Foster Care, are available.
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Utility Payment Options
We know that the pandemic has created economic hardship for many of the City’s utility customers. Assistance with monthly City utility bills for water, sewer, and solid waste is available during the COVID-19 pandemic:
Residential property owners as well as tenants can seek direct financial assistance through the City's U-Help program by calling 456-SNAP. Utility Billing can also provide interest-free payment plans for residential customers. More information.
Business owners with an active City of Spokane utility account, may qualify for a small business assistance utility bill deferral. More information.
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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 over 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 below and get involved!
- Downtown Graffiti Cleanup
- Food Bank Assistance
- Spokane Parks Litter Pickup
- Meals on Wheels Driver
- Human Rights Commission
- Civil Service Commission
- Salary Review Commission
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Spring Dreams: Dads & Grads 4 Round Pass
Give your Dad or Grad the gift of golf with 4 rounds for just $129 ($47 in savings!) The 4-pack pass is good for 1 round each at Indian Canyon Golf Course, The Creek at Qulachan Golf Course, Downriver Golf Course, and Esmeralda Golf Course. This promotion ends Sunday, June 20!
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On the Bright Side
Spokane Fire Chief Brian Schaeffer hands a coupon for a free McDonald's ice cream cone to a kid for wearing their helmet! SFD firefighters are giving McDonald's coupons to kids spotted wearing their helmets. You never know when a firetruck will drive by!
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