Due to forecasted strong winds, City of Spokane first responders, Spokane 311, as well as Street and Parks crews, are preparing to respond to calls for assistance and reports of damage. More information.

As board members of the Spokane Regional Health District, Council President Breean Beggs, Councilwoman Karen Stratton, and Councilwoman Betsy Wilkerson issued the following statements about the East Region proceeding to Phase 2:

City Council President Breean Beggs: “The move to Phase 2 is a result of the hard work by our community and small business owners. Let's make our community even safer and move forward to Phase 3 by continuing these efforts."

Councilwoman Stratton: “Advancing our region releases a bit of economic pressure for those impacted.  I urge our community to continue to practice social distancing, limited gatherings, and continue to wear your mask when in public spaces.”

Councilwoman Wilkerson: “This is a very welcomed advancement that is significant to our emotional and mental health—I look to see how the community responds.  We still have a long way to go to clear us of this global pandemic.”