In Woodward's Words

Neighbors overwhelmingly desire a police precinct in the former East Central Library location.

Coffee With A Cop

The Spokane Police Department's next Coffee with a Cop event is Wednesday, July 13, 12 - 2 p.m., at Starbucks, 172 S Division Street. Come meet your SPD officers!

Homeless and Housing

The community is invited to a presentation called “Homelessness and Housing: An analysis and discussion of the 2022 Point-in-Time Count in Spokane” on Wednesday, July 13, 3 - 5 p.m. at the Central Library, 906 W. Main Ave. 

A story map presentation of the Point-in-Time Count homelessness population data and trends will be presented. Attendees will also be able to view features of the renovated library. Click here for details.

Giving Neighborhoods a Voice

Spokane's Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) connects the City's 29 Neighborhood Councils with resources and programs that improve our resident's quality of life.

Central Library Is Open

The Central Library is now open! Come checkout the amazing transformation.

Council Recap

Spokane City Council Member Betsy Wilkerson, recaps the Monday, July 11, Spokane City Council meeting.

Transportation Planning Open House

Join us for a virtual open house on Wednesday, July 20, 5 - 6 p.m., to discuss amendments to the Proposed Bicycle Network Map and Arterial Network Map. These maps are part of the City’s Comprehensive Plan that guides long-term plans, growth and investments on a 20-year Horizon. Current proposed changes address 14 planned bike routes and 15 street segments. Details on our website. 

Kids, Wear Your Helmet. Get Free Ice Cream

SFD firefighters are giving McDonald's ice cream cone coupons to kids spotted wearing their helmets. You never know when a firetruck will drive by!

Coronavirus Information

COVID-19 Vaccines

• COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective.
• Everyone 6 months and older are now eligible to get a free COVID-19 vaccination.
• Everyone 5 years and older is eligible for boosters.
• Learn about the different vaccines available.

COVID-19 Testing Sites

Drive-up and walk-up COVID-19 testing sites are open to the community. These testing sites offer free testing and are open to anyone who is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or has recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19.

Utility Assistance

There are Resident Assistance programs for emergency help to pay for City utility bills, which include charges for water, wastewater, stormwater and garbage collection. Interest-free payment plans are also available for residential and commercial customers.

Rent Assistance

City of Spokane residents will soon be able to apply for $5.59 million in new Emergency Rent Assistance Program funds awarded by the Washington State Department of Commerce.

The application process for the funds will be announced in the near future on the City’s website after contracts with the sub-recipients that will process applications are finalized.

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 and get involved!

Summer Fun: Barre on the Bridge

Join Spokane Barre on the blue Howard Street bridge in Riverfront Park on July 14, 7 - 8 p.m., for a free barre class. Strengthen and tone your entire body, with emphasis on core stability and balance, and complete with low impact / high-intensity cardio bursts! Details on our website.

Summer Fun: Story Time at the Carrousel

Join us in the Looff Carrousel party room Friday, July 15, 11 a.m. for Story Time!. Story Time at the Carrousel is an early literacy activity designed to spark and engage the young imagination with stories, songs, and preschool activities. $1 Carrousel rides offered to those who attend. Details on our website.

On the Bright Side

Over the weekend, Officer Honaker attend a celebration in his honor today! Honaker was shot and wounded in the line of duty during a drive-by shooting on Sunday, June 26. Fellow officers turned out to support Honaker and enjoy some fabulous pizza donated by David’s Pizza.