Blog Posts for 2025

May

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 4

May 2 at 11:24 a.m. - In this issue, we highlight the previous Legislative meeting and what's coming next!

April

Join the Mayor’s Bike to Work Day Ride

April 29 at 11:15 a.m. - Join the Mayor’s Bike to Work Day Ride on Wednesday, May 14.

Dinner and a show? Park over 2 hours with ParkMobile

April 29 at 9:25 a.m. - City of Spokane launches a 2+ Pilot with ParkMobile in the Entertainment Parking District.

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 3

April 28 at 9:51 a.m. - In this issue we cover new and upcoming ordinances and board and commission opportunities for community members.

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 2

April 25 at 10:33 a.m. - See a full list of boards and commissions that District 3 Council Members represent and learn about the new traffic safety initiatives.

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 1

April 24 at 2:06 p.m. - Read our newsletter and learn about “all the things” happening in District 3.

Student Art Contest Hits the Streets

April 21 at 4:13 p.m. - City seeking creative designs for wastewater access covers.

Possible Expansion of Dwight Merkel Sports Complex

April 21 at 11:17 a.m. - Merkel expansion into former Albi site would nearly double field spaces for youth and adult sports, if voters approve both Park Levy and School Bond

Free Arbor Day Festivities Saturday, April 26

April 17 at 9:57 a.m. - Celebrate Arbor Day among the trees with fun, free activities at Finch Arboretum!

Park Restroom Improvements Proposed for 2025 Levy

April 9 at 10:33 a.m. - Parks & Recreation is responding to community requests for improved restrooms.

Business Operations Benefit the Spokane River

April 7 at 1:13 p.m. - City recognizes excellent wastewater management.

April News You Can Use

April 3 at 3:04 p.m. - Watch 2:42 - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares news you can use!

Volunteers Join Spokane Fire Department Installing Free Smoke Alarms

April 1 at 10:46 a.m. - Spokane Fire and Red Cross partner to install free alarms in high fire risk homes around Spokane.

March

Celebrate Earth Day by Planning Ahead

March 31 at 9:46 a.m. - You are invited to a Climate Planning Community Workshop on Earth Day, April 22.

Recycle your Unwanted Paint with PaintCare

March 27 at 3:42 p.m. - PaintCare provides convenient drop-off sites throughout Washington where residents can recycle their unwanted paint.

Spokane Gives - Neighborhood Council Beautification/Clean-Ups

March 25 at 3:27 p.m. - Neighborhood council member shares their experience organizing a clean-up event.

PlanSpokane: Climate Survey Provides Insights for Resilient Future

March 25 at 2:19 p.m. - Results of the Community Climate Planning Survey are now available

Fix a Leak and Win Big for Fix-A-Leak Week 2025!

March 17 at 11:58 a.m. - Avoid the costly headaches of leaks and minimize damage and water waste with a quick home leak inspection.

New North Bank Parking Kiosks Give Customers More Payment Options

March 10 at 8 a.m. - New kiosks are solar powered, take up less space, and have more payment options.

March News You Can Use

March 3 at 4:17 p.m. - Watch 1:45 - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares news you can use!

February

Mapping Spokane’s Climate Risks and Vulnerabilities

Feb. 27 at 3:09 p.m. - A community mapping tool is now available to understand how Spokane is affected by climate hazards.

Spokane County Regional Waste Ambassadors Program

Feb. 26 at 4:55 p.m. - Introducing the new Spokane County Regional Waste Ambassadors Program.

Stormwater Waiting Rooms Protect the Spokane River

Feb. 21 at 1:26 p.m. - Watch 4:43 - Take a look inside a combined sewer overflow tank!

WheelShare: A Summary of 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

Feb. 18 at 11:58 a.m. - Spokane’s WheelShare program, operated by Lime, was back on the streets in 2024, providing shared electric scooters and bicycles.

Looking to 2046: What Is Your Vision for the City of Spokane?

Feb. 13 at 4:09 p.m. - You’re invited to community workshops to create a vision for the City of Spokane.

Is There Enough Land in the City for Growth?

Feb. 11 at 2:30 p.m. - City planners assess available land for development.

City of Spokane Attends Job Fairs

Feb. 6 at 12:32 p.m. - Civil Service will have a booth at various events and job fairs throughout Spokane in 2025,

Help Shape Division Street

Feb. 6 at 11:45 a.m. - Join us for a Division Street Transit Oriented Development public event!

What Climate Impacts Affect Us Where We Live, Work, and Play?

Feb. 5 at 11:05 a.m. - Climate Planning memos on climate impacts and existing resiliency policies are now available to the public.

February News You Can Use

Feb. 4 at 5:20 p.m. - Watch 2:15 - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares news you can use!

January

City of Spokane's Legislative Priorities for 2025

Jan. 28 at 11:43 a.m. - Driving meaningful change for our community

Stay a Step Ahead of the Freeze and Winterize Your Pipes Today!

Jan. 21 at 4:33 p.m. - Protect your home with simple steps to prevent freezing, costly leaks, and wasted water.

Passport Wallet Refunds

Jan. 14 at 4:37 p.m. - Passport wallets will be refunded by the City through August 2025.

Pacific Avenue Greenway Public Workshop on Jan. 23

Jan. 14 at 11:03 a.m. - Join us to see Concept Designs for Pacific Avenue from Sherman Street to Perry Street.

Celebrate MLK Day in Spokane

Jan. 13 at 10:56 a.m. - 'A Day On, Not a Day Off'

What Is Your Vision for the City of Spokane?

Jan. 10 at 10:15 a.m. - Help build the vision for our community in 2046 and beyond by contributing to the Spokane Vision Board.

Supported Employment Job Fair

Jan. 10 at 9:50 a.m. - Join us for the Supported Employment Job Fair aimed at connecting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to employers.

January News You Can Use

Jan. 2 at 4:01 p.m. - Watch 2:17 - The Office of Neighborhood Services shares news you can use!

Understanding City of Spokane’s Pension Plan

Jan. 2 at 3:18 p.m. - Learn about the City of Spokane’s Defined Benefit Pension and how it differs from a 401(k).