Lisa Gardner

City Council Proposes Change To City Council Meetings

Lisa Gardner, City Council Director of Communications and Community Engagement, No Phone Number Available

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:14 p.m.

For decades, our City Council has held its meetings on Mondays at 6 p.m. to accommodate working residents. However, we are now exploring changing the meeting time to enhance transparency and accessibility for the community.

Reasons for potential change:

  1. Avoiding Monday Holidays: Many public holidays fall on Mondays, disrupting our schedule. A new meeting day could provide more consistency.
  2. Flexibility Midweek: Holding meetings midweek may make it easier for council members and city staff to coordinate their schedules.
  3. Better Participation Opportunities: Considering alternative days could create more opportunities for parents, caregivers, and busy residents to participate.

What’s Next:

We recognize that any change requires careful planning. Over the coming months, we’ll keep you informed through educational videos, blog posts, social media, and other resources about the proposed changes.

No decision has been made yet, and your feedback is vital. We encourage you to share your thoughts via email citycouncil2@spokanecity.org or during the upcoming February 23 city council legislative meeting.

Your voice matters as we consider this change together.

Thank you for your commitment to our community!

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