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Mayor Brown Reflects on First Year in Office

First year marked by substantial progress across variety of priorities.

Erin Hut, Director of Communications, ehut@spokanecity.org


Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:38 p.m.


Mayor Lisa Brown marks one year in office today, reflecting on a year of progress, challenges, and collaboration. Since being sworn in, Mayor Brown has championed key initiatives aimed at supporting Spokane residents and laying the groundwork for a more resilient future.

The Brown Administration, both at the Cabinet and staff level, has delivered several significant accomplishments related to community safety, housing and homelessness, community and economic development, sustainability and transportation, as well as fiscal responsibility.

View a document outlining these accomplishments and a video message from Mayor Brown.

“Serving as mayor is an incredible honor and a deeply fulfilling experience. The progress we have made this past year is the result of the collective effort of the City Council, civic leaders, dedicated City staff, and an engaged community. I am looking forward to what we will accomplish together this year,” Mayor Brown said.