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As the holiday season arrives, we want to update you on the conclusion of the City of Spokane’s CORE (Crisis Outreach, Response, and Engagement) program, which officially expired on November 19, following a 30-day pilot and a one-week extension.
The initiative brought a much needed increased police presence to our downtown, through foot and bike patrols and enhanced coordination with behavioral health and social service providers. This proactive engagement contributed to a noticeable reduction in crime and a renewed sense of safety in our downtown area, even as it provided much-needed support to vulnerable populations.
Most importantly, business owners have reported improved conditions and a more welcoming environment for employees and customers alike - thanks to Police Chief Hall and the Spokane Police Department for their hard work and diligence!
What We’re Doing:
The Spokane Business Association is actively advocating for extending CORE with more resources, and through the holiday season.
With approval of the 1/10th 1% public safety initiative, we are also advocating for expanding and making the CORE program permanent – not just in downtown, but in other neighborhoods as well. This is what Citizens expected when they passed this new tax.
We encourage all members to share your thoughts on downtown and neighborhood safety with our elected leaders!
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