City of Spokane COVID-19 Community Update June 18, 2020

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Each day, information evolves about Coronavirus Disease 19 (COVID-19). At the City, we want our citizens and visitors to know that we are working to reduce the spread of this disease in our community, continue to provide critical City services, and address impacts of closures of schools, business and events. For the most recent and local data on cases and outcomes, visit SRHD.org/covid19 .

Mayor's Update Thursday, June 18, 2020

Washington State COVID-19 Data County risk assessment interactive dashboard

STA to Resume Fare Collection and Front Door Boarding July 1 Spokane Transit Authority (STA) has returned to full service levels and will resume fare collection and front-door boarding on Wednesday, July 1. Increased disinfectant protocols, PPE, and other safety practices remain in effect. Where would you like to go?

Are You Smoke Ready? Wildfire smoke particles are tiny enough to bypass our body’s normal defenses, entering the lungs and blood stream. Smoke can hurt your eyes, irritate your respiratory system, and worsen chronic heart and lung diseases. The best way to protect yourself is to reduce your exposure to smoke.Our region has seen an increase in the number of unhealthy air quality days caused by wildfire smoke. During four of the last five years, smoke from wildfires resulted in 44 days of unhealthy air in the Spokane County metro area. Learn how you can help spread the word about preparing for smoke now. #SmokeReadySpokane

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 one round each at each city course. Purchase by June 21. Use in 2020.

Sunday marks the 110th Father's Day in Spokane! The holiday honoring dads was started by Spokane resident Sonora Smart Dodd who was raised by a widower. Learn more about Sonora, her father William Smart, and the Dodd Home.

Summer Fun: Morel Mushroom Hunting Spokane Public Library Community Educator Juan Juan shares how to find wild morel mushrooms as part of her Urban Homesteading video series.

On the Bright Side Wildfire season is right around the corner and we'll soon find out how goats can help prevent fires!

Need Utility Assistance? Through the generosity of over 500 donors, a community relief fund for utilities is available. Those who need utility assistance can contact SNAP at (509) 456-SNAP to request support. While the matching funds have been exhausted, donations for this effort are always appreciated.

Need Access to Food or Other Supplies? Submit Online Form Call 311 (509-755-2489 outside of city limits) Need Mental Health Help During this Crisis? 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 Request Online Appointment Help for children, adults and families is available via telehealth. Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255

Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Prevention Resources Prevention at Home Video Series Trauma Recovery Services Lutheran Community Services: (509) 747-8224 Intensive Behavioral Health, Victim Advocacy and Foster Care, are available.

#OrderUpSpokane with 10-minute parking zones near restaurants in the City core allows citizens and delivery drivers to efficiently pick up to-go orders. Check out these lists of restaurants you can support. Spokesman Review The Inlander Operation Grub n' Growlers Downtown Spokane Partnership

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