District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 5 - Yesterday at 9:18 a.m. - In this issue, we discuss how to read an agenda, upcoming ordinances, and Council Member Klitzke’s travel to D.C.
May News You Can Use - May 7 at 12:25 p.m. - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares May news you can use!
Tracking Greenhouse Gas Emissions Matters - May 7 at 10:34 a.m. - City of Spokane’s Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory is ready for you!
1:14 p.m. - Watch 24:14 - Spotlight on Equity "The Native Project" with Toni Lodge
3:04 p.m. - Watch 2:42 - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares news you can use!
4:17 p.m. - Watch 1:45 - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares news you can use!
10:51 a.m. - Watch 18:55 - This equity spotlight segment focuses on organizations that aid immigrants and refugees, including Manzanita House and Creole Resources.
1:26 p.m. - Watch 4:43 - Take a look inside a combined sewer overflow tank!
10:41 a.m. - Watch 22:34 - Lisa Gardner hosts Jamie Stacy and Jerrall Haynes to discuss their roles in community engagement and civil rights.
Traffic Impacts Starting Week of May 12th
12:46 p.m. - Drivers are urged to plan for detours and alternate routes.
Arson suspect in custody, resulting fire causes extensive damage.
7:16 a.m. - North Spokane arson suspect in custody, resulting fire causes extensive damage.
Early Morning House Fire Leaves One Critically Injured
4:06 p.m. - Early Morning House Fire in South Spokane Leaves One Critically Injured
Flags Lowered for Justice Owens
8:19 a.m. - Flags will be lowered on the day of interment
Ammonia Leak at Riverfront Contained After Overnight Response
2:27 p.m. - An ammonia leak at Riverfront Park's ice ribbon is contained and the area fully reopened to the public
Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day
8:53 a.m. - Flags will be at half-staff throughout the weekend.
One Hospitalized After Morning House Fire on North Crestline Street
4:42 p.m. - Firefighters, with assistance from Spokane County Fire District 9, responded to a report of a bedroom fire in the 7400 block of North Crestline Street
Mayor, City Council Announce Comprehensive Homelessness Strategy
11:53 a.m. - The H.O.M.E. Starts Here Initiative seeks to create a unified strategy for Spokane to meaningfully address housing instability and homelessness.
City Announces 2025 Washington State Legislative Outcomes
12:53 p.m. - On Sunday evening, state lawmakers concluded the 2025 Legislative Session, and Spokane secured funding for various city and community priorities.
Council Votes on Ordinance Approving Protections of LGBTQIA2S+
11:41 a.m. - During Monday’s Legislative Session, Spokane City Council voted 5-2 on an ordinance that ensures equitable protections for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
@spokanecity - Today at 8 a.m. - Starting Monday (5/12) Sunset Blvd. between Cannon St. & Government Way will have lane reductions, flaggers, & slowdowns for a grind & overlay project. Drivers not accessing the area for specific needs are encouraged to use alternate routes.#SpokaneStreets https://t.co/ib9GED30FS https://t.co/xGqeK5sUzX
@spokanefire - Yesterday at 11:28 p.m. - Incident: 2025040564 - MVA - Major Incident Location: N Nevada St and E Lincoln Rd
@spokanepd - Yesterday at 12:44 p.m. - SPD gives tips on combating bike thefts and Hillyard Bicycle tells which bike locks to buy to better secure your ride. Please remember to: - register your bike https://t.co/YOpMoQLGN1 - lock your bike - report to law enforcement if your bike is stolen https://t.co/LHkWhMo0BK
