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City of Spokane
Community Update
September 29, 2026
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Spokane 311 to Take Crime Check Calls
Today, Mayor Lisa Brown announced the creation of the City's own emergency communications system. Spokane United 911 Network will be home to the City's new dispatch and call-taking services. The first milestone in moving to SUN 911 involves the transition of non-emergency calls. Starting October 27, people who live, work, and play in the City of Spokane will dial 3-1-1 instead of Crime Check to report non emergency police and fire calls. Click here to learn more.
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Statement of Conditions and Affairs
Mayor Lisa Brown is switching things up for this year's Statement of Conditions and Affairs. She will give the annual update to City Council on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. at the Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Avenue. The event will also include music, poetry, outreach booths from community partners, videos, and, of course, remarks from Mayor Brown. We hope you can join us!
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Washington State Requests Major Disaster Declaration
Yesterday, Governor Bob Ferguson joined Mayor Lisa Brown here in Spokane to announce that our request for a Major Disaster Declaration has been submitted to President Donald Trump. If approved, this declaration would help Spokane with financial assistance, infrastructure repair, and other community needs in the wake of the fires. Click here to learn more.
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H.O.M.E. Starts Here Fund
The City of Spokane's H.O.M.E. Starts Here Fund has raised over $1.3 million. So far, the fund has provided gas cards, gift cards, and the Keep Kids Moving Fund, which supplies sports equipment for youth who have lost their homes.
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Community Resource Website
We ask that everyone in our community visit SpokaneCommunityResources.org to connect with any of the following:
- Impacted families seeking resources
- Organizations providing support or seeking volunteers
- Community members interested in volunteering or donating
- Business leaders seeking resources
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Remote DSC Office at Shadle Park Library
The City of Spokane’s Development Services Center opened a remote office at the Shadle Park Library. The remote office is open Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A City Planner and Plan Reviewer are on-site to meet with fire-impacted residents. These staff members are available to evaluate needs and help residents navigate permitting services. The City will evaluate extending the remote DSC Office beyond Friday, Oct. 2, depending on need. Click here for more information.
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Register for ALERT Spokane
Register for ALERT Spokane to receive emergency alerts. You can sign up to receive alerts at multiple phone numbers and get a call or text, or you can get a notification via email. To register, visit SCEM.org, and the form is on the page. If you prefer to hear the message in your native language, there are many language options to choose from.
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City of Spokane Wildfire Information Page
The City of Spokane has a wildfire information page to help our community navigate this difficult time. Here you will find resources for evacuees, tips for returning home, frequently asked questions about city services, ways to help, cleanup efforts, and information on rebuilding as it becomes available.
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WSECU Fall Fest
Who says fall fun is just for the countryside? Riverfront Park is bringing all the fun of the farm and community spirit right into downtown for WSECU Fall Fest! Come join us Saturday, Oct. 3, to celebrate one of the most beautiful seasons Spokane has to offer. Activity schedule coming soon!
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Food Waste Prevention Week
It’s Food Waste Reduction Week! Learn how Second Harvest is minimizing food waste in our community and helping to feed folks through the Zilch program. Click here to learn more.
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City Seeks Feedback on Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
The formal public comment period for the PlanSpokane 2046 draft Comprehensive Plan, including the Future Land Use Map, is open! The deadline for comments is Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, at 5 p.m.
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Construction Zone
Construction season is underway! Motorists are urged to plan ahead, allow for extra time, and be alert for frequent traffic changes. Please slow down for everyone’s safety and make the extra effort to support businesses impacted by the necessary projects. Visit our website for construction information.
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Lend Your Voice in Shaping Spokane's Built Environment
Help influence the future of the City of Spokane’s built environment by taking the BUILDSpokane Community Survey. The BUILDSpokane code modernization project seeks to align the Spokane Development Code with current policy objectives and community feedback while supporting and streamlining desired development and redevelopment.
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STA Link Brings On-Demand Transit to Latah Valley
Spokane Transit Authority’s (STA) new mobility-on-demand transit service, STA Link will improve access to public transportation in areas that are underserved or difficult to serve by traditional bus service. The first pilot service areas are Latah Valley and North Spokane Valley. STA Link provides shared rides in SUVs and wheelchair-accessible vans that can be requested in real time or booked in advance through the new STA Go app, online, or by phone at (509) 364-6200. Riders can use STA Link for curb-to-curb trips within designated service zones or to connect with STA's broader bus service network. Visit their website to learn more!
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Spokane County Tire Collection Event
Dispose of your old or stored tires! On Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Spokane County and the Department of Ecology are hosting a tire collection event at 316 E Crawford St. This will be residential collection only. Tires will be the only accepted item at the event, and the tires cannot include rims. Please no oversized tires. Click here to learn more.
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City Installs First 'Emergency Streets' Lane Closure
The City of Spokane has implemented its first Emergency Streets installation following a fatal crash on Ash Street. This pilot program aims to enhance traffic safety by quickly implementing temporary traffic-calming measures within 72 hours of a fatal crash.
The first Emergency Streets installation has closed one southbound lane on Ash Street from Kiernan Avenue to Euclid Avenue. During this time, staff is monitoring traffic, collecting speed data, and gathering community feedback. To learn more, visit our website.
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Funding Available for Tourism and Cultural Investment Grants
The City of Spokane has issued a notice of funding availability, seeking applications for Spokane Tourism and Cultural Investment (TACI) grants. These grants are available to organizations that enhance Spokane’s tourism and cultural scene. Applications are due by Thursday, Oct. 15, at 5 p.m.
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Spokane River Salmon: Past. Present. Future. Exhibit
For thousands of years, salmon have been central to the lives, culture, and traditions of tribal people in the Inland Northwest. "Spokane River Salmon: Past. Present. Future." explores this connection through artwork by Spokane Tribal Member George Hill, historical materials, and the Spokane Tribe’s work to return salmon to the river. Visit the exhibit at Central Library now through Monday, Nov. 30, and attend events featuring artists, historians, curators, and tribal leaders. Click here to learn more.
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Burn Restrictions Are In Place
Outdoor burning restrictions remain in place for most types of burning in Spokane County. Click here for more information.
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Spokane Safe and Bright Residential Light Program
The City of Spokane is offering property owners a FREE solar-powered, motion-detecting residential light! The Spokane Safe and Bright Residential Light program aims to help residents illuminate commonly dark areas in their neighborhoods, such as alleys, sidewalks, and public walking spaces. Visit my.spokanecity.org/residentiallight to apply!
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September Rain and Cooler Temps Are Enough
Did you know that September is one of the worst months for over-watering? Recent rain, shorter days, and cooler temperatures is enough to sustain grass and landscaping for the remainder of the season. Go ahead and shut that sprinkler system off and save some extra money for holiday shopping. Learn more at WaterWiseSpokane.org.
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Spokane Parks Activity Guide
The Fall Activity Guide is here! This is your one-stop shop for recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities in the Spokane area.
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Spokane Strives to be a Leader in Volunteerism
We invite you to be a part of the movement that recognizes and encourages compassion, the impact it has on the quality of life, and the foundation it can build for our future. Get involved in your community today!
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Volunteer with Spokane Helpers Network
Spokane Helpers Network is a volunteer-powered non-profit that delivers meal kits, hygiene kits, and bus fare directly to the homes of our financially insecure neighbors in Spokane County. Click here to learn more and get involved.
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Autumn Adventures: Junior League Spokane's 16th Annual Touch-a-Truck
Touch-a-Truck is a family-centric event that offers children a hands-on opportunity to explore all sorts of trucks and vehicles, such as emergency, utility, construction, transportation, and buses. In addition to getting to climb in and on the various trucks and machinery, children also get to meet the people who build, protect, and serve the greater Spokane community. Purchase your touch-a-truck tickets from the Junior League of Spokane for Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Spokane Community College.
The City of Spokane will be there representing Wastewater, Stormwater, Water, and Solid Waste. We hope to see you there!
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On the Bright Side
The Washington Department of Ecology has recognized the City of Spokane's Riverside Park Wastewater Reclamation Facility and its operators with the annual Outstanding Performance Awards for their work in 2025. Our wastewater operators achieved compliance with their routine water quality monitoring, reporting requirements, and in meeting water quality permit limits. This award recognizes the day-to-day hard work these operators perform. Click here to learn more.
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