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Media Statements for 2023

December

CM Cathcart Responds to Council's 2024 Legislative Priorities

Dec. 5 at 8:16 a.m. - Advocates for Tier 1 Legislative Priorities

November

From The Desk of Council President Betsy Wilkerson

Nov. 30 at 1:30 p.m. - Council President Betsy Wilkerson issued a statement regarding the dedication of service of Lori Kinnear.

Mayor, Council Worked Closely To Develop Budget

Nov. 29 at 9:48 a.m. - Woodward says ‘really collaborative process’ is a significant step

Council President Responds To Spokane Police Chief Meidl's Resignation

Nov. 15 at 4:45 p.m. - Council President Lori Kinnear issued a statement regarding the announcement that Spokane Police Chief Craig Meidl has made plans to resign.

'No one more committed to his community'

Nov. 15 at 3:43 p.m. - Mayor says Meidl’s departure will leave significant void

From The Desk of Council President Lori Kinnear

Nov. 7 at 1:46 p.m. - Statement form Council President Lori Kinnear

October

Mayor Woodward's Mother Passes Away

Oct. 27 at 3:46 p.m. - Mayor to spend weekend with family, attending to mother’s affairs

Mayor Taking Family Leave to Care for Terminally Ill Mother

Oct. 26 at 10:45 a.m. - Mayor in contact with office, signature authority delegated to City Administrator

Council Member Jonathan Bingle Issues Statement of Support

Oct. 10 at 8:26 a.m. - Council Member Bingle has issued a statement supporting Israel’s right to exist and condemning the acts of war perpetrated by Hamas and its allies.

August

Mayor Woodward Issues Statement About Fires In Medical Lake, Elk

Aug. 19 at 10:06 a.m. - Mayor Nadine Woodward issued a statement about the fires burning in Medical Lake and Elk.

May

Spokane Takes Leadership Role in New Drug Laws

May 16 at 5:58 p.m. - Mayor Nadine Woodward issued a statement regarding the legislation updating the state drug possession and use laws.

January

Ruling clears way for City nuisance process

Jan. 27 at 2:26 p.m. - Settlement in federal court allows City to follow standard process