Walking With Woodward

Mayor Nadine Woodward attended the Washington State Department of Transportation's Celebration of Progress on the North Spokane Corridor and breaking ground on the Spokane River Crossing project.

Construction Zone

Get an update on the TJ Meenach/Cochran Basin project! Once complete this project will protect the Spokane River and provide great recreation opportunities.

Work WITH Us during construction season:

• Allow for More Time and Patience
• Slow Down and Stay Alert
• Follow Designated Detours and Obey Speed Limits

City Closures Planned For Juneteenth

Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. The following City closures are planned in observance of Juneteenth on Monday, June 19:

• Spokane City Hall will be closed.
• On street paid parking will not require payments, but remember even when parking is free on holidays, all parking rules, including time limits, still apply.
• Spokane City Council is not scheduled to meet; their meetings will resume Monday, June 26.
• Spokane Municipal Court and Community Justice Services will be closed.
• Spokane Public Library branches will be closed.
• Development Services Center will be closed.

Other services will proceed on normal schedules. Garbage, recycling, and clean green pickup will proceed as usual. The Waste-to-Energy facility will be open. My Spokane 311 employees will be available for phone or online for customer service inquiries. All Riverfront Park attractions and City golf courses will be open. For more holiday information visit our website. 

City Reminds Residents to Have Carts to Curb for Pick-Up By 7 A.M.

As increased temperatures approach during the summer months, City of Spokane residents are reminded to have garbage, recycling, and yard waste cart ready at the curb by 7 a.m. on their designated collection day. Routes may begin earlier than normal when temperatures are forecasted to impact employee health. For more information visit our website.

Riverfront Moves

Riverfront Moves is our annual fitness series that includes local fitness partners to provide complimentary classes in the park throughout the summer. Visit our website for the Riverfront Moves schedule.

Parking Meter Cover Pilot Project

You may notice red solar meter covers over paid parking devices if you are going to a show in the three-block Entertainment Parking District. The covers establish temporary tow-away zones similar to placards. Click here to learn more.

Council Recap

Council President Breann Beggs recaps the Monday, June 12, Spokane City Council meeting.

Final Day To Request Disposal Pass Friday, June 16

Due to popular demand and program funding being depleted as a result, the final day to request a disposal pass in 2023 through the City of Spokane will be on Friday, June 16. More info on our website.

Instagram Has Gone To The Dogs!

The Spokane Police Department K9 Unit has joined Instagram! We know you will love hearing about the critical role these furry friends play in keeping our community safe and you’ll see the lighter side of the dogs. Please follow, tell your friends, and help the K9’s grow their audience!

Neighborhood News You Can Use

The Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) shares some neighborhood news you can use! For more neighborhood news read the ONS Monthly Report and visit spokaneneighborhoods.org to find out what neighborhood you live in and how to join your neighborhood council.

Celebrate Summer Solstice at Summer Parkways!

Join friends, family and neighbors for fun and fitness at Spokane's biggest block party. Streets are closed to motorized vehicles and opened up to pedestrians, cyclists, runners, skaters, and other human-powered recreation. Join the fun Wednesday, June 21 from 6 - 9 p.m.; click here for details.

Water Wise Spokane Tip - Water in the Morning

Watering in the morning is better for your landscape and better for your budget. Learn to be Water Wise!

City of Spokane Jobs

The City of Spokane is hiring! The following classifications were posted this week:

• Waste to Energy Facility Electrical & Instrumental Technician
• Signal Maintenance Technician
• Police Evidence Technician I
• Custodial Foreperson
• Police Records Specialist

For a full list of job openings with the City of Spokane click here.

Public Works is Hiring Temp Seasonals

Be part of the team that delivers important City services with a Temporary-Seasonal position! If you like the outdoors and physical work, we have great opportunities for you!

• Streets Laborer
• Water Department Laborer
• Wastewater Maintenance

Become A Foster Parent

Always wanted to foster, but not sure if you are ready just yet?

Here are three ways to support children and youth experiencing foster care in Spokane.

Become a foster parent today!

Contact Gabriela Mendez at 509.407.7829 or gabriela.mendez@dcyf.wa.gov.

Follow Future Foster Parents of Washington on Facebook!

Need Mental Health Help?

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 9-8-8

Contact Or Walk-In: Frontier Behavioral Health (509) 838-4651 ext 012082. 

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.

Teen Text and Chat Line: 844-814-TEEN (8336)

Free confidential safe place service available to any teen or young adult.

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

Text your Zip Code to 898211 or email ew211@incontactmail.com

Apply for basic food assistance over the phone!

Access to resources online at: wa211.org

Sign-up for their Newsletter!

Need Access to Food?

Contact SNAP at (509) 319-3050 or SRTC@snapwa.org

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.

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!

Hoopfest Court Monitor Volunteers

Be a part of the action! Get the prime spot for watching the games all weekend by being a court monitor. All levels of basketball experience are invited to participate. A limited number of applicants under the age of 16 will be accepted. Click here for details and to apply.

Spring Dreams: Father's Day at Riverfront

Treat your dad to a day of fun and adventure with a ride on the Looff Carrousel and Numerica SkyRide. Dad rides for FREE with your paid admission. Don't miss out on this chance to show your dad some love and have a blast at the same time. Click here for all the details.

On the Bright Side

Sunday marks the 113th 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 on our website.