City of Spokane
Community Update
February 1, 2022
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In Woodward's Words
Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward testifies on police legislation.
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Parks & Recreation Internship & Job Fair
Spokane Parks & Recreation will be at the multi-agency Parks & Rec Internship and Job Fair, Monday, Feb. 7, 3:30 - 7 p.m. at the CenterPlace Regional Event Center in Spokane Valley!
Stop by, meet staff and learn about all the opportunities available in Parks & Recreation.
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Spokane’s Civil Rights Coordinator Promotes Equality
The City of Spokane is taking another step toward achieving equality for all the people who live here by hiring our first Civil Rights Coordinator. Its Jerrall Haynes’ job to help anyone with concerns about discrimination.
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New Book Teaches Children About Spokane's Waste
A new children’s book explains how Spokane’s Waste to Energy facility works and the importance of making less waste. The book is available free of charge! Visit our website to order your copy. |
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Council Recap
Spokane City Council President Breean Beggs recaps the Monday, Jan. 31, virtual Spokane City Council meeting.
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Time Limit Results Are In
In order to keep on-street paid parking easy, convenient, and accessible, the City proposed to update time limits for 147 on-street parking spaces in preparation for the replacement of the outdated on-street paid parking devices that are at the end of their 2G technology life.
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Mayor Fights Litter with 12 More Bigbellys
Spokane's mayor keeps her pledge to help prevent litter downtown by installing 12 additional smart trashcans at busy intersections.
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Spokane Regional Behavioral Health Unit
The Spokane Regional Behavioral Health Unit sees continued growth and success assisting people experiencing behavioral health crisis in its’ second year of operation.
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Local COVID-19 Data
For the most recent and local data on cases and outcomes, visit SRHD.org. Track State of Washington information with these interactive dashboards for updates. |
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All Washington Residents Age 5+ Eligible for Vaccine
All Washingtonians age 5 and up are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The Governor and the state Department of Health (DOH) have also prioritized equity issues to ensure vaccine access to populations disproportionately affected by the virus, including communities of color and low-income communities.
The CDC now recommends that everyone ages 12+ receive a COVID-19 booster shot. Get more information on the CDC’s website. |
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Local Vaccination Distribution Information
Three COVID-19 vaccines have been approved, and are widely accessible throughout the state. Information on the vaccine and its distribution in Washington is found on the DOH website. Learn more details on the SRHD website.
State COVID-19 Information Hotline
1-800-525-0127 (press #)
Text the word “Coronavirus” to 211211 to receive information and updates on your phone wherever you are. You will receive links to the latest information on COVID-19, including county-level updates and resources for families, businesses, students and more.
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CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People
Currently authorized vaccines in the United States are highly effective at protecting vaccinated people against symptomatic and severe COVID-19. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published updated interim recommendations for people who have been fully vaccinated. Until more is known and vaccination coverage increases, some prevention measures will continue to be necessary for all people, regardless of vaccination status. |
Get Vaccinated!
Find a COVID-19 vaccine near you
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COVID-19 Testing Sites
Drive-up and walk-up COVID-19 testing sites are open to the community. These testing sites offer free testing and are open to anyone who is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or has recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. |
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Spokane Falls Community College
3410 W. Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224
Hours: Mon, Tue, Thur, & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Mead Union Stadium
12509 N. Market St., Mean, WA 99021
Hours: Wed – Fri, 4 – 8 p.m.
Hours: Sat & Sun, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Spokane County Fair and Expo Center
5100 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley, WA 99212
Hours: Mon, Tue, Thur, & Fri, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
CHAS Health Denny Murphy Clinic
1001 W. Second Ave., Spokane, WA 99201
Hours: Tue – Fri, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hours: Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Need Access to Food?
Need Mental Health Help?
Contact 24/7: Frontier Crisis Line (877) 266-1818
Contact or Walk-In: Inland Northwest Behavioral Health (509) 992-1888
CHAS Health: (509) 444-8200
Excelsior Wellness Center: (509) 559-3100
Help for children, adults and families is available via telehealth.
Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255
Need Resources?
Call Washington 211 at 2-1-1 or (877) 211-9274 to speak to a local agent
Apply for Basic Food assistance over the phone!
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Lutheran Community Services: (509) 747-8224
Intensive Behavioral Health, Victim Advocacy and Foster Care, are available.
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Resident Assistance
The impacts of COVID have created hardships for people in many ways. The City continues to connect residents with available and eligible resources.
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Utility Assistance
The City’s U-Help program provides low-income households with emergency financial assistance to help pay for their City utility bills, which include charges for water, wastewater, stormwater and garbage collection. Through the end of 2021, the program includes additional flexibility to allow more customers to receive help. Assistance is available by calling SNAP at 509-456-SNAP.
Interest-free payment plans are available for residential and commercial customers today. An easy-to-use online form is available on the City’s website. |
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Rental Assistance
After just eight months since the City’s Emergency Rent Assistance Program started to help landlords and tenants stave off evictions due to hardships caused by the pandemic, nearly all of the $27 million funding has been distributed and allocated.
As a result of 95 percent of the program funding distributed and allocated, the online application portals administered by LiveStories and Family Promise of Spokane were paused Friday, Jan. 21 to new applications.
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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 over 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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Want to make a difference in helping provide services to our local homeless population? Consider being a census taker or volunteer lead for the annual countywide Point-in-Time Count, Feb. 25 - March 1.
The count is essentially a point-in-time census of the homeless population in Spokane County. This census is conducted every year to give every federally-funded community a snapshot of homelessness where they live. The 2022 count starts Feb. 24 with the sheltered count, followed by the unsheltered count Feb. 25 - March 1.
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Career Navigators Available to Provide Access to Life Skills Training
There are so many job opportunities in Spokane right now; do you want to jump in but not sure how to start? Maybe you’re not sure if you have the right skills or experience? Our team of Career Navigators can connect you to the necessary foundational skills that lead to rewarding career pathways. Reach out to our team here and ask about “Pre-Employment Training Opportunities.”
Walk-in customers are welcome, no appointment necessary. To learn more about the Resource Center of Spokane County’s vital services, resources, and support, please visit their website. |
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Winter Wonders: Valentines On Ice
Treat your sweetheart to a Valentine's Day on the Numerica Skate Ribbon with ice skating specials Feb. 12 - 14.
Sweetheart Package
Ice admission and skate rental for two: $14
Heart-shaped pepperoni pizza and two fountain beverages at the Sky Ribbon Café: $12
Hours
- Saturday, Feb. 12, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Sunday, Feb. 13, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Monday, Feb. 14, 4 - 8 p.m.
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On the Bright Side
The Central Library has a new sign; come downtown and check it out!
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