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City of Spokane
Community Update
April 30, 2024
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Message from the Mayor
When I was first elected, I asked 100 people to join five transition committees and provide input on what changes they would like to see here in Spokane. Today at the State of the City address, I provided updates on my first 100 days in office and painted a picture of where we are headed. My Administration has completed or kickstarted many of those recommendations and you can see the detailed update here. The work is nowhere near done, but I am proud that we are working toward a Spokane that everyone can be proud of.
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State of the City Address
Mayor Lisa Brown gave her inaugural State of the City address today! You can watch the full address here.
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Fair Housing Month Proclamation
April is Fair Housing Month. The City of Spokane is committed to improving housing options and celebrating the value of harmonious and diverse communities by promoting Fair Housing Law. Click here to read the proclamation.
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Detours Matter!
Please use signed detours and do not drive around barricades. It is dangerous for residents and drivers in neighborhoods. We appreciate your help!
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Downriver Park River Access Area Now Open
City of Spokane Parks and Recreation and Public Works celebrated the reopening of the Downriver Park access area near the TJ Meenach Bridge. This project is part of the Cochran Basin Stormwater Treatment Facilities series of projects to reduce the amount of contaminants that will reach the Spokane River from over 5,000 acres. The Spokane Parks property benefits from a larger parking lot and improved access for outdoor enthusiasts. Click here to learn more.
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Expo '74 50th Celebration | |
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Expo '74 50th Anniversary Opening Celebration
Join the City of Spokane as we recreate the vibrant spirit of Expo '74 during the Expo 50th Celebration! Kick off the nine-week Expo ’74 - 50th Anniversary at the all-day Opening Celebration at the Spokane Pavilion in Riverfront Park on Saturday, May 4. The event will feature live performances from arts, cultural, tribal and community organizations. There will also be speakers, international cuisine, recreational and wellness activities, and more.
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STA Offers Free Weekend Bus Rides for Expo's Anniversary
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Expo ’74 with Spokane Transit Authority (STA). As part of the celebrations, STA has launch a variety of promotions. Here’s what riders can look forward to in the coming weeks.
- Free fare on all routes during weekends, from May 4 to July 4.
- 50¢ fare for the Downtown/North Bank Shuttle, weekdays, from May 3 to July 5.
- Limited edition Expo '74 Connect Card.
- Special Expo '74 commemorative bus downtown north bank shuttle.
Visit STA's website for more information.
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Club '74 Speakeasy
Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of Expo at Club '74 Speakeasy. This unique outdoor 70's style venue is located at the Stepwell, Riverfront Park’s newest art piece. Hosted by Spokane’s grooviest DJs, this series of events will feature vibrant lighting, video project, music, a dance floor, and local beer, wine, and specialty cocktails/mocktails. Come join in on the fun and let's party like it is 1974! Make your reservation here.
Club ’74 members plus one guest can enter for free by showing their Club ’74 Membership Pass at the door.
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Become a Club ​’74 Member
Become a member of Club ’74 for just $74. Your membership gives you access to exclusive benefits, opportunities and content before and during the celebration.
Enjoy exclusive rewards, and select discounts at popular coffee shops, bars, and restaurants from Saturday, May 4 to Thursday, July 4.Click here to become a Club '74 Member.
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Public Safety Survey
The City of Spokane values your feedback regarding public safety leadership and community priorities. Thank you for taking our public safety survey! Please encourage friends, family, and neighbors to do the same. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Marshallese.
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Bloomsday Organizers Ask For Assistance During Race
The 48th annual Bloomsday will be on Sunday, May 5, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Race organizers offer tips to make the run with more than 40,000 runners, joggers, walkers, and wheelchair participants run as smoothly as possible.
- Park vehicles off the race course. Police will check the course the morning of the race, and vehicles left on the course may be towed
- Keep dogs along the course tied or fenced.
- Plans ahead. Traffic in the race area will be restricted during the run. You will not be able to cross the course once the race has started.
For questions, call Bloomsday or visit the race website.
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Friday Is the Final Day to Request a Disposal Pass
The final day to request a disposal pass through the City of Spokane will be Friday, May 3. The passes cover $25 in tipping fees at the Waste to Energy Facility. Click here to request a disposal pass.
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When it's Mother's Day in May Your Irrigation Is Now in Play!
We know it’s hard to resist watering your plants and lawn when sunny days happen in the spring. The truth is, they don’t need it until about mid-May in our area. Waiting actually helps them build healthier roots. Let's give our plants and Moms the TLC they deserve! Learn more at SpokaneWaterWise.com.
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Council Recap
Council President Betsy Wilkerson recaps the Monday, April 29, Spokane City Council meeting.
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Centers and Corridors Study Workshop Scheduled
A community workshop related to the City Planning Department’s Centers and Corridors Update Study will be on Wednesday, May 1, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Central Library. The workshop will include a discussion on opportunities and challenges, a presentation about proposed updates, and an opportunity to provide feedback on recommendations. A recent presentation at the Plan Commission provided examples of how recommended updates could translate into built projects. Click here for presentation slides and development concepts. Associated regulatory update recommendations are also available. An online questionnaire will be available May 1-31 on the project website. For more information, please send us an email or give us a call.
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Funds Available For Affordable Housing
The City’s Community, Housing, and Human Services Department is providing notice that an estimated $3,495,200 in federal funds through the 2024 HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) for affordable housing development is available to apply for through Wednesday, May 1. The program is intended for affordable housing projects that are highly viable, cost effective, project-ready (completed within 12 to 18 months) and that leverage additional funding from public and private sources. The Request for Proposals and scoring criteria are on the City website.
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Survey About West Central Project Closes Sunday
A virtual open house and a survey that closes on Sunday, May 5, on the West Central Infrastructure Project is available. Input on walking, biking and driving projects is being sought. For questions, send us an email.
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City of Spokane Jobs
The City of Spokane is hiring! Check out our featured jobs of the week:

For a full list of job openings with the City of Spokane click here.
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City Launches New Police Recruitment Website
The Spokane Police Department has a new website dedicated to recruiting Police Officers and other roles within the Police Department. The new website aims to streamline this process by providing comprehensive and detailed information, thereby simplifying the journey for prospective applicants.
Visit JoinSpokanePD.org to learn more.
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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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Help Expo be a Low Waste Celebration
Spokane ZeroWaste is looking for Waste Ambassador volunteers throughout the Expo 50th Celebration events to assist the public in recycling, composting, and disposing waste. Training provided. Register to be a Waste Ambassador. For questions email Spokane Zero Waste.
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Spring Clean Week 2024
Spring is blooming in downtown Spokane, and we’re calling on the community to join the Downtown Spokane Partnership for Spring Clean Week from Monday, April 29 to Friday, May 3.
Throughout the week, various volunteer opportunities are available, both downtown and nearby. Register as a team or individual through Volunteer Spokane. All participants will receive a voucher for a free slice at David’s Pizza.
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Spring Dreams: Riverfront Eats
Riverfront Eats is back! Join us every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (May-August) at the orange Howard St. Bridge at Riverfront Park for some tasty local food. For more information visit our website.
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On the Bright Side
Last week, the Office of Neighborhood Services spent a day as goat wranglers at Fairchild Air Force Base helping make wishes come true at Wishing Star Foundation’s Send A Friend A Goat event. This fun-filled day brought smiles to everyone’s faces!
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