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City of Spokane
Community Update
April 15, 2025
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Lilac City Live!
2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the Office of Neighborhood Services being recognized in the Spokane City Charter! As a part of our 25th anniversary celebration, join us at Lilac City Live! on Thursday, April 17, 7 p.m. at Central Library. The event will feature live music, comedy, and launch "Spokane: A Civic Guide for Neighbors," a zine, short for magazine.
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Celebrate Earth Day Throughout April
The City of Spokane is celebrating Earth Day throughout the whole month of April. Several City departments are organizing and participating in activities to raise awareness about environmental issues and encourage action to protect the planet. The City has put together a convenient list of opportunities and resources for the community to get involved through Spokane Public Library, City Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Planning Services, and Office of Neighborhood Services.
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Water Wise Wednesday Workshop - Integrated Pest Management
Looking for environmentally friendly ways to manage pests in your garden without harming beneficial insects? We have the answers and suggestions in this session! Click here for more information on Water Wise Wednesday Workshops.
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Earth Day River Clean Up
Join the Spokane Riverkeeper for a family-friendly river cleanup! Each year for Earth Day, Spokane Riverkeeper removes about 9,000 pounds of trash from High Bridge and People’s Park. Click here to join them!
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Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Location: High Bridge Park, 212 S. A Street
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Cost: FREE
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Spokane County Waste Ambassadors Orientation
Are you passionate about waste reduction and creating a sustainable future? The new Waste Ambassador program empowers community members to make a difference through improved practices, ongoing education, innovation, and volunteerism. Register for a one-time orientation and begin your journey to improving the health and well-being of people and the planet.
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Celebrate Earth Day by Planning Ahead
You are invited to the City of Spokane Earth Day Community Workshop to learn more about ongoing Climate Planning efforts and provide input on future actions to shape a sustainable future. Attendees who visit all workshop stations will be entered into a raffle for exciting prizes. This family-friendly event will feature activities for kids and food from Feast World Kitchen.
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Date & Time: Tuesday, April 22, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
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Location: West Central Community Center, 1603 S. Belt Street
No RSVP required and drop-ins welcome!
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Park Restroom Improvements Proposed for 2025 Levy
Restrooms are a topic Spokane Parks and Recreation hears about frequently from park users.‘Improvements to park restrooms’ were one of the top two requests from their 2022 Master Plan outreach, with 7/10 respondents requesting upgrades.
If approved by voters in a proposed November 2025 ballot item, the Parks Levy (part of Together Spokane) would:
- Renovate or replace every park restroom
- Increase our Park Maintenance team by about 50%
Together Spokane is an innovative partnership between Spokane Public Schools and Spokane Parks and Recreation to modernize existing infrastructure and address the growing need for youth activities. Learn more at togetherspokane.org!
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Spokane Police Dialogue Team
The Spokane Police Department is proud to unveil the new Dialogue Policing Team.
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Bites & Books Food Drive
Now through the end of April, Spokane Public Library, Spokane County Library District, Liberty Lake Municipal Library, KHQ NonStop Local, and USL Spokane are accepting canned and packaged nonperishable food items for the Bites & Books Food Drive benefitting Second Harvest.
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Patience Pays Off: Timing Your Lawn Irrigation This Spring
You know what they say about April showers - they bring May flowers! Mother Nature is great at getting the earth what it needs to start that early spring growth. We know it's tempting, however, please hold off on watering those lawns just yet. After Mother's Day, it will officially be time to turn on your irrigation system for the season. Your lawn, your neighbors, and your Aquifer thank you for your patience. Learn more at WaterWiseSpokane.org.
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Keep Your Vehicle Registration Updated
The Spokane Police Department reminds community members to keep their vehicle registration updated.
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Riverfront Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
Join us Saturday, April 19, for a FREE Easter Egg Hunt in Riverfront Park!
FREE Easter Egg Hunt
Egg Hunt Schedule:
- 10 a.m.: Ages 0-2 @ Gesa Pavilion
- 10:25 a.m.: Ages 3-5 @ Clock Tower Meadow
- 10:35 a.m.: Ages 6+ @ Lilac Bowl
No registration needed!
Sensory Supportive Easter Egg Hunt with ISAAC Foundation
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11 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Providence Playscape
Registration required.
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Help Shape the Look of the I-90 Connection In Spokane
WSDOT invites community members to help shape the visual identity and architectural character of the North Spokane Corridor’s final connection to Interstate 90. The interactive workshop will focus on reviewing and providing feedback on the artistic and architectural imagery developed for the I-90 corridor.
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Date & Time: Wednesday, April 16, 5:30 p.m.
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Location: Nuestras Raíces Centro Comunitario, 1214 E. Sprague Ave.
Can't make it in person? Join online.
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Council Recap
Council Member Lili Navarrete recaps the Monday, April 14, Spokane City Council meeting.
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City of Spokane's Neighborhood Clean-up Program
City of Spokane residents can request a disposal pass by visiting the Spokane 311 customer service counter or applying online. This pass covers $30 in tipping fees at the Waste to Energy Facility.
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Follow us on Bluesky
The City of Spokane has joined BlueSky to help increase communication and engage with residents. BlueSky users are encouraged to connect with the City of Spokane and Mayor Lisa Brown by following @spokanecity.org and @mayorspokane.bsky.social.
Social media users can always consult the City of Spokane social media page to make sure they are following official accounts.
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See a Pothole, Report It
City crews are out responding to pothole reports made through Spokane 311. Our goal is to get to each reported location within two days and we meet that deadline most of the time! We appreciate your reports and need you to still let us know when you see one. Please continue reporting potholes online at spokane311.org or by calling 3-1-1.
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Riverfront Venue Grant Application Extended
The Riverfront Venue Grant is your chance to host an unforgettable experience without the venue rental costs holding you back. From cultural festivals to music performances, fitness classes to art showcases—what will you create? Applications are open until Wednesday, April 16, with up to $10,000 in venue fee waivers available. Don't miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact! Apply now.
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Horizon 2050: Spokane Region Long-Range Transportation Plan
Spokane Regional Transportation Council (SRTC) will be hosting a series of public workshops for the region's long-range transportation plan: Horizon 2050. Talk with SRTC planners and other agency staff, share your thoughts, and participate in educational transportation activities. Additionally, SRTC has launched a short survey. To learn more, visit the Horizon 2050 project page.
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Spokane Bike Swap and Expo
The Spokane Bike Swap and Expo is right around the corner on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to attend the Inland Northwest’s largest bicycle shopping event! Whether you’re looking to get a bike, upgrade your bike, or sell your bike, this event is for you. Click here if you are interested in selling your bike or to learn more about the event.
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Tired of your old flame? Replace It!
If you use a wood-burning stove or insert that is at least 20 years old, now is a great time to upgrade! Instant discounts of $1,000 - $2,500 are available to pre-qualified Spokane-area homeowners to help upgrade to a new wood, pellet, or gas stove or a ductless heat pump. The funding for this program is provided by the WA Dept of Ecology. For details and to apply, visit the Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency website.
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We Are Hiring!
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.
City of Spokane Attends Job Fairs
Are you looking for a rewarding career with the City of Spokane? Throughout 2025, the Civil Service Department will have a booth at job fairs across Spokane to connect with talented individuals like you. Take a look at the list below to find an event near you – when you meet us, you can learn about current full-time positions and ask questions about how Civil Service works.
2025 Events
For more information and pending career fair dates, visit our website.
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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!
City of Spokane Employees Volunteer for Spokane Gives Month
Happy Spokane Gives month! All month long, City of Spokane employees will be volunteering their time to neighborhood clean ups, park beautification and street mural prep. These volunteers from the Mayor's Office, Office of Neighborhood Services, and Legal Department spent part of their Friday cleaning up at Cowley Park. Thank you, volunteers!
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Spring Dreams: Asian American Heritage Month
This May, Asians for Collective Liberation in Spokane (ACL) invites the community to celebrate Asian American Heritage Month through a powerful series of events under the theme “Echoes: Letters for New Tomorrows.”
The celebration begins with an Opening Reception at the MAC, featuring Our Stories: Asian
American Families of Spokane, the online launch of the Spokane Asian American History Collection, live performances, and interactive activities for all ages. From there, the month unfolds with a vibrant lineup of events.
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On The Bright Side
You can now support YWCA Spokane by rounding up your rides with Lime! With Lime’s new Lime Hero partnership, riders can opt to round up the cost of their rides to donate to YWCA Spokane.
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