The City of Spokane Communications and Marketing team ensures clear, accurate, and timely information is shared with the community. This team is responsible for media relations, overseeing the City's social media channels, and creating content to keep residents informed about City services, events, and initiatives.
Communications managers and public information officers should be contacted for media related questions and requests.
Director of Communications and Marketing
General City business, Mayor's initiatives, significant incidents, budget, housing, homelessness, planning, and economic development
Public Information Coordinator
City closures, newsletters, and social media
City Council Director of Communications
City Council initiatives, policies, ordinances or resolutions
Parks and Recreation Communications Manager
City parks including Riverfront, recreation programs, golf, and urban forestry
Public Works Communications Manager
Public Works (streets, water, garbage, wastewater, construction, snow removal)
Spokane Police Department Public Information Officer
Spokane Police Department stories, incidents, and media contact
Spokane Fire Department Public Information Officer
Spokane Fire Department stories, incidents, and media contact
jderuyter@spokanefire.org
509.435.7096
Media Line: 509.625.7110
Spokane Public Library Director of Communications and Marketing
Library events and programming
Celebrate Juneteenth in Spokane - June 4 at 12 p.m. - Join a Juneteenth celebration!
What’s in the Draft ReFIVE Community Plan? - May 29 at 9:08 a.m. - A summary of what to expect to see in the Draft ReFIVE Community Plan, how to share feedback, and how to participate in upcoming events.
City’s Fleet of Natural Gas Solid Waste Trucks Paying Off Big - May 26 at 8 a.m. - Alternative fuel source saves millions of dollars and reduces pollution.
June 5 at 1:01 p.m. - SPD will be providing security for the events surrounding FIFA and Team Egypt, working to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
June 5 at 11:53 a.m. - Two projects will significantly impact north and south motorist travel beginning Monday, June 8. Plan ahead and allow for extra time.
June 2 at 3:36 p.m. - City Council and the Office of Neighborhood Services will join in celebrating connection among Civic Bowl students, youth groups, and community.
June 2 at 12:07 p.m. - June 2, 2026- At 4:01 a.m. today, firefighters responded to a house fire in the 800 block of East Indiana Ave.
May 27 at 12:10 p.m. - Watch 18:18 - Council Connection - INW Dyslexia Alliance. Hosted by Council Member Zappone and Council Member Klitzke.
May 7 at 10:53 a.m. - Watch 31:26 - Equity Spotlight
April 15 at 2:08 p.m. - Watch 1:47 - Council Meeting Day Change.
March 6 at 2:51 p.m. - Watch 2:03 - March’s News You Can Use from the Office of Neighborhood Servies.
The City of Spokane, home to more than 229,000 people, is located in the heart of the Inland Northwest. Our 2,000 employees strive to deliver efficient and effective services that facilitate economic opportunity and enhance the quality of life for all our residents. For more information, visit www.spokanecity.org and follow us @spokanecity on Facebook, Bluesky, X and Instagram.
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