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City of Spokane
Community Update
Sept. 19, 2023
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In Woodward's Words
An enforcement emphasis around Second Avenue and Division Street is resetting behavior expectations.
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Walking With Woodward
Congratulations to the 40th Head Start to the Construction Trades graduation class!
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Construction Update
Get an update on the TJ Meenach, Maple Street Bridge, Inland Empire Way grind and overlay, and Strong Road maintenance projects.
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Work WITH Us during construction season:
- Allow for More Time and Patience
- Slow Down and Stay Alert
- Follow Designated Detours and Obey Speed Limits
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Supported Employment Job Fair
The Supportive Employment Job Fair is next Tuesday! If you are a job seeker with a disability and would like to participate, register now. Participating businesses include Spokane Parks and Recreation, Numerica Credit Union, STCU, Davenport Hotel Collection and Sherwin-Williams! The Supported Employment Job Fair is next Tuesday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at The Hive, 2904 E Sprague Ave. Click here to learn more and register.
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Water Wise Spokane Tip - Adjust Your Watering Schedule
Watering before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. and every other day is important! Learn more at WaterWiseSpokane.org!
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Development Services Center Temporarily Closed
As a way of maximizing staff time to focus on plan reviews to reduce project timelines this fall, the Development Services Center (DSC) on the Third Floor of Spokane City Hall will be closed to walk-ins on Wednesdays from 8 to 11 a.m. starting Wednesday, Sept. 27, through at least the end of the year. Calls will go to voicemail during those times.
The DSC will also be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 20, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Division engagement. Click here for more info.
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Cleaning Up Camping In Parks
Code Enforcement cleanup totals for 2023 will exceed 33 tons of litter and garbage.
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Hillayrd Walking Tour & Community Workshop
The City is working on a plan for the Hillyard Neighborhood to leverage previous studies to address future housing needs, increase economic opportunity and improve quality of life. A walking tour and community workshop will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 20, to provide input. Click here for more info.
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Illinois Avenue Improvements Pave Way for Safety
New protected pathway, grind and overlay, and outdoor plazas to offer cyclist, pedestrians and neighbors a safe and scenic place to enjoy the outdoors.
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City Seeks Community Feedback on Proposed Housing Code Changes
The City of Spokane is seeking public comments through Wednesday, Oct. 4, on proposed housing changes to the Spokane Municipal Code as part of its Building Opportunity for Housing project aimed at addressing the housing crisis. The next public open house for the development code change proposals is Thursday, Sept. 21, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Click here for all the details.
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Property Transfer Public Hearing Scheduled For Sept. 25
The Spokane City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, Sept. 25, 6 p.m. on a resolution that would approve the transfer of property at 3011 E. Wellesley Ave. in Hillyard from the City to the Northeast Public Development Authority (NEPDA). In November 2017, the building sustained extensive fire damage and was condemned as uninhabitable. The NEPDA has plans for a mixed-use building with 30 affordable housing units and ground floor commercial use. Click here for the details.
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City Selected To Participate In Community Connectors Program
The City of Spokane has been selected to participate in the inaugural Community Connectors program of Smart Growth America that will offer technical support and a grant of up to $130,000 to assist in addressing the impacts of Interstate 90 through the East Central neighborhood. Click here to learn more.
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Riverside Park Water Reclamation Facility Virtual Field Trip
Take a 360 degree tour of the Riverside Park Water Reclamation Facility! Be sure to rotate the video around to see a 360 view of the plant.
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Bike Town Hall
Senator Andy Billig and City Council Member Zack Zappone invite the public to a Town Hall Bike Ride on Friday, Oct. 6, 12 - 1 p.m. The ride will start at the University District Gateway Bridge north landing and end at Bennidito’s BrewPub for an optional no-host lunch. The event will be an opportunity to engage with local leaders and staff and discuss transportation issues, including pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Those interested should arrive with their bicycle and helmet at the University District Gateway Bridge north landing by noon. Click here for more info.
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CHHS Report Accepting Public Comments
The City’s Community, Housing, and Human Services (CHHS) Department is accepting public comments on the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) through Wednesday, Oct. 4. The CHHS Board will also hold a public hearing on the CAPER on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 4 p.m. in the Council Briefing Center in the lower level of Spokane City Hall. Written comments may be emailed or provided via phone.
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City of Spokane Jobs
The City of Spokane is hiring! Check out the featured jobs of the week:
For a full list of job openings with the City of Spokane click here.
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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 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!
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Volunteer clean-up days scheduled for September, October
Volunteer Clean-Up Days consisting of graffiti cleanup and litter pickup are scheduled in September and October in Spokane.
The schedule includes:
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Friday, Sept. 22 – A graffiti cover-up and litter pick-up organized by the City’s Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Audubon-Downriver neighborhood. Meet at the Audubon Park play area, 3405 N. Milton St., at 10 a.m. for an orientation and supplies. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.
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Friday, Oct. 6 – A graffiti cover-up and litter pick-up organized by ONS will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the East Central neighborhood. Meet at the Liberty Park Library, 402 S. Pittsburg St., at 10 a.m. for an orientation and supplies. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.
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Friday, Oct. 13 – A graffiti cover-up and litter pick-up organized by ONS will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Riverside neighborhood. Volunteers meet at the Grocery Outlet parking lot, 1617 E. Third Ave., at 10 a.m. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.
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