The City of Spokane is no longer pursuing the purchase of the property on E. Springfield for the relocation of Compassionate Addiction Treatment.
The Brown Administration instead intends to use the $1.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding for contractual services for implementation of its new scattered site shelter model, as authorized by the original Special Budget Ordinance passed by the City Council.
Mayor Lisa Brown issued the following statement:
“Every day, I hear calls for increased services and treatment options for members of our community who struggle with addiction. I have been clear in my intent to have the City be a partner to the providers offering these services, while simultaneously de-congregating services off the Division St corridor. But there are vocal critics who will never be satisfied with efforts to make those needed changes. Progress, it seems, is always welcome – just as long as it’s happening somewhere else.
“I call on those critics to come to the table and propose constructive solutions, rather than merely pointing out flaws. I also look forward to continuing our partnership with Spokane County to bring their behavioral health dollars to bear on these issues. Constructive dialogue is essential for progress, and those who raise concerns should also bring actionable items to move us forward.”
