Message from the Mayor

Being an engaged citizen is one of the most important jobs around. You play a critical role in shaping the future of our community and your voice matters! As we begin the search processes for our new police and fire chiefs, I want to know about your public safety priorities. Read on to learn how you can provide feedback and stay involved.  

Your City at Work

City to Resume Yard Waste Pickup Feb. 26

The City of Spokane will resume curbside yard and food waste pick up on Monday, Feb. 26. The 90-gallon green yard waste cart can be filled with all types of yard waste, food scraps, and food-soiled paper products. The cost of the service is $20.72 a month, with no charge when the service is suspended for winter. City of Spokane Solid Waste Collection customers can add the service by calling the City at 3-1-1. For more information visit our website.

Senator Cantwell, Mayor Brown Advocate for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit

Spokane needs affordable housing and we need it quickly. Senator Maria Cantwell’s bipartisan legislation to expand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is crucial to our efforts. The LIHTC has already been a vital resource for creating housing in our community, like Catholic Charities’ Mother Teresa Haven. With more affordable housing units, we can improve outcomes for everyone!

Spokane Land Use Townhall

Learn about land use in Spokane at an upcoming townhall! We will discuss development, open spaces, and growth management. The townhall is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 22, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the West Central Community Center. Click here for more information.

Spokane Regional Safety Action Plan

Help the Spokane Regional Transportation Council identify locations that may need improvements. You can help our community reach the goal of zero fatalities on our roads by filling out the Regional Safety Action Plan survey. To learn more about the plan click here.

Spokane’s Economic Development Efforts Highlighted

Economic development efforts in the city, including the next possible hotspots and positive outcomes in the North-South Corridor, have been highlighted in the news recently. See the City’s Economic Development News page for a glimpse of what’s been featured. 

Brown Administration Announces Police and Fire Chief Searches

Mayor Lisa Brown and Deputy City Administrator Maggie Yates announced details for the upcoming police and fire chief searches, as well as new public safety efforts. Yates will lead the search in partnership with executive recruiting firms and a selection committee made of up City officials, service providers, and community leaders. Community input will be a foundational part of the search and hiring process. Follow along at my.spokanecity.org/SaferSpokane. 

Register to become a Master Composter/Recycler!

You're invited to join the 2024 Master Composter/Recycler class. This six-week course educates residents on how to reduce waste through home composting and recycling. This is an in-person program, free of charge, with weekly meetings and extended learning opportunities. Click here to learn more and register!

Remember To Register Long-Term Rental Properties

The City appreciates all landlords, property managers, and agents of property owners who have registered their long-term (30 days or more) rental properties, per the City ordinance approved last year. The online registry remains open for applications and an in-person option at City Hall is also available. The registry is focused on preserving housing stock, maintaining safe living spaces, and creating and maintaining a database to track rental units in our community. As of Monday, 3,396 total rental property applications representing 16,746 total rental units had been registered with the City since Dec. 1, 2023. Read our blog post for more information and requirements. Email Code Enforcement with questions. 

CHHS seeks comment on Annual Action Plan

The City’s Community, Housing and Human Services (CHHS) Board and Department are accepting public comments through Saturday, March 9 on the proposed 2024 Annual Action Plan and funding recommendations posted on the City website. Comments can be submitted via email, phone, or at the public hearing on Wednesday, March 6, at 4 p.m. in the Council Briefing Room in City Hall. To attend the hearing virtually, request a meeting link here. Email your questions about the process, proposed allocations, or documents to the City.

City of Spokane Jobs

The City of Spokane is hiring! Check out our featured job of the week:



• Laborer II

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

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: Dial 9-8-8 then Press 1 or Text 838255

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.

Are you prepared in case of an emergency?

Check out the City’s Emergency Management page!

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!

Spokane Human Rights Commission Applications Due Feb. 23

The Spokane Human Rights Commission is currently accepting applications for two vacancies. The Human Rights Commission advises and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding issues related to human rights and unjust discrimination and the implementation of programs consistent with the needs of all residents of the City of Spokane. The Spokane Human Rights Commission meets the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Those interested in being considered may submit a completed application to the Mayor’s Office at mayor@spokanecity.org by the application deadline on Friday, Feb. 23. Click here to learn more.

Winter Wonders: Inlander Restaurant Week

Inlander Restaurant Week is Feb. 22 - March 2! This year, over 100 restaurants will be serving up three-course meals for the set price of $25, $35, or $45. Visit inlanderrestaurantweek.com to see the menus!

On the Bright Side

David and Olga, despite their 60-year age gap, defy the odds and skate together as friends at the Numerica Skate Ribbon. It's truly inspiring to witness one of Riverfront's core values come to life - providing something for everyone, in every season. We appreciate not only their unwavering dedication to our visitors and staff, but also the infectious positivity they bring each and every day.

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