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City of Spokane
Community Update
May 7, 2024
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Message from the Mayor
Last weekend, we kicked off the Expo '74 50th Celebration in a grand style! The opening ceremony included live performances, pillar processions, and a memorable drone show. Expo 50 Spokane is a 9-week celebration that promises to be a memorable experience for everyone. To explore upcoming events and activities, head over to expo50spokane.com.
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Mayor Tours Fire Station 4
Great visit with Fire Station 4 in Browne’s Addition. This station and Station 15 house the Spokane Fire Department Technical Rescue Team!
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Mayor Speaks With Spokane Homeless Coalition
Mayor Lisa Brown met with the Spokane Homeless Coalition to preview new shelter audit findings. She talked about how the City will leverage a variety of funding streams for maximum impact, including the need to get our Affordable Housing Fund dollars out the door to build new housing.
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LIUNA Groundbreaking
Congratulations to LIUNA Local 238 on the groundbreaking of their new apprenticeship training building! The work they do is critical to the success of our city and this new building will be an instrumental place as we educate the next generation of construction laborers.
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Construction Update
The City of Spokane started two grind and overlay projects this week.
- Monroe St. between Kiernan Ave. and Francis Ave.
- Magnesium Rd. between Division St. and Nevada St.
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Expo '74 50th Celebration | |
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Echoes of Expo
“Echoes of Expo” is an audio storytelling experience in Riverfront Park, revealing Spokane’s evolution through the lens of Expo ’74. Merging personal stories, historical insights, and immersive soundscapes, this 7-episode series explores the World Fair’s lasting impact on urban renewal, environmental awakening, the complexities of progress, and community dynamics in Spokane.
Discover each episode at the Wayfinding Signs in Riverfront Park. Click here to learn 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 launched 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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May Is Bike Everywhere Spokane!
Join the Spokane Bicycle Club on rides to farmers’ markets, art galleries, libraries, parks, natural areas, and coffee shops. A pancake breakfast on Monday, May 13, from 7 to 9 a.m. in Riverfront Park will kick off Bike to Work Week, May 13-19. Learn more and see the schedule at SpokaneBicycleClub.org/SpokaneBikes.
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South Logan Project Coffee Chats Scheduled
Coffee chats for the South Logan Transit-Oriented Development Project are Thursday, May 23, and Saturday, June 1 from 9-11 a.m. at Arctos Coffee and Roasting Co., 1923 N. Hamilton St. Come learn about citywide and area-specific development code changes that are being proposed and chat with a City planner.
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When it's Mother's Day in May Your Irrigation Is Now in Play!
Patience is key to establishing vibrant flower beds, healthy gardens, and green lawns. Wait until the soil is dry at the appropriate depth (1-2 inches for smaller plants and up to 4-6 inches for larger plants) before setting your sprinklers or reaching for your watering can. Checking soil moisture regularly ensures your plants get just the right amount of hydration, promoting healthier roots and vibrant growth. Learn more at SpokaneWaterWise.org.
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Neighborhood News You Can Use
News you can use with the Office of Neighborhood Services! Visit spokaneneighborhoods.org to find out what neighborhood you live in and how to join your neighborhood council.
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Council Recap
Council Member Zack Zappone recaps the Monday, May 6 Spokane City Council meeting.
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Online Open House, Survey Available for Centers and Corridors Study
An online open house and survey are available through Friday, May 31 for the City Planning Department’s Centers and Corridors Update Study. Visit the project website to learn about Centers and Corridors in Spokane, review recommended updates to this growth strategy, and provide feedback on the recommendations. For more information, please send us an email or give us a call.
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Living Downtown Offers Spokane Residents Many Opportunities
More than 2,000 people call downtown Spokane their home and say they would not want to live anywhere else.
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Incentives Available for Workforce Housing
The Economic Development team in the Planning Services Department meets regularly with property owners and developers about two City incentives that help make constructing workforce housing more financially feasible. Watch staff present on the Multi-family Tax Exemption and Parking 2 People at the April Urban Experience Committee (agenda and background information). If you’re interested in how you might apply for these incentives for your project send us an email.
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New State Incentive to Convert Buildings to Housing
The State passed legislation that will go live in June that allows for a sales and use tax exemption for projects converting existing commercial buildings to affordable housing units. The City’s Economic Development team is working with the Department of Commerce on guidance for property owners who are interested in converting their buildings to housing units. Read E2SSB 6175 for the bill language or email the Economic Development Team for questions about how the incentive might work locally.
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Become A Foster Parent
Spokane County, are you ready to make a lasting impact? By becoming a foster parent, you can be the difference in a youth’s life! Help keep our community strong by providing a loving home that supports family, culture, and connections.
Become a foster parent today!
Follow Future Foster Parents of Washington on Facebook.
Contact Gabriela Mendez via phone or email 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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Tree Planting at Creek at Qualchan Golf Course
Help Spokane Parks & Recreation plant trees at Creek at Qualchan Golf Course! They're planting native Ponderosa Pine trees to help provide an array of environmental, social, economic, and human health benefits. Volunteers are needed for the following dates.
Gardening tools will be provided. Click here for more information.
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Spring Dreams: Mother's Day Special At Riverfront
Treat your mom to a day at Riverfront with a free ride on the Looff Carrousel and Numerica SkyRide, included with your paid admission. Visit our website for more information.
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On the Bright Side
Over the weekend, we had a fantastic kickoff to the Expo '74 50th Celebration! Visit expo50spokane.com to see this week's festivities.
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