News Releases for Week of Sunday, June 7, 2015

June 13

Spokane PD officers make arrest in isolated drive by shooting

10:07 p.m. - Officers believe the incident started over someone complaining about the suspects’ driving.

June 12

Special Victims Unit Detectives make arrest in sexual assault

12:58 p.m. - On Monday, June 8, 2015, a citizen turned over a video to Spokane PD that allegedly contained images of a sexual assault.

Request for Expression of Interest

Noon - The city-owned building previously occupied by the Peaceful Valley Community Center is available for rent.

June 11

Team of Experts to Visit Lincoln Heights Next Week

2 p.m. - A team of experts will visit the Lincoln Heights commercial district to provide input June 17 and 18.

Fire on North Monroe intentionally set

12:04 p.m. - Investigators have determined a fire on North Monroe early today was arson.

June 10

Flags to Fly Half-Staff Thursday

1:38 p.m. - Flags at all City facilities will be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, June 11 in memory of Spokane Fire Department Lieutenant Terry Canfield.

City Council sets timeline for sick leave ordinance

11:39 a.m. - The Spokane City Council expects to receive the final report and recommendations from its earned safe and sick leave task force this week.

June 9

20 mph speed limit signs installed at City parks

4:08 p.m. - In preparation for the end of the school year, 20 mph speed limit signs have been posted at some City parks Tuesday.

June 8

City asks citizens for feedback, suggestions

1:30 p.m. - Starting this month, a six-month promotion begins encouraging citizens to talk about their experience with the City.

Marijuana Policy Subcommittee Summit is Thursday

12:30 p.m. - The Marijuana Policy Subcommittee of the City of Spokane will be holding a summit on June 11, 2015 at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Mayor, Council President Announce Work Group

11:30 a.m. - The formation of a work group is part of plans to encourage economic investment, create jobs, and improve the median household income in Spokane.