Parks & Recreation Department News Releases for May 2022

May 27

Red Wagon in Riverfront to Receive Fresh Paint, Minor Repairs

10:20 a.m. - The red wagon in Riverfront Park, named The Childhood Express, is slated to receive a fresh coat of paint along with minor metal repairs.

May 26

Cultural Event Incentive Grants Available from American Rescue Plan Fu

6:21 p.m. - Cultural Event Incentive Grants Available from American Rescue Plan Funds

Upriver Park Ribbon Cutting June 2

3:52 p.m. - Ribbon cutting and dedication for Upriver Park renovations funded by Avista

Community Asked for Design Input on New Liberty Park Playground

12:09 p.m. - Survey open now through June 12, 2022 on new playground design at Liberty Park.

May 25

Parks & Recreation Releases Draft Master Plan

1:46 p.m. - Parks & Recreation released a draft Master Plan, created from feedback from more than 5,300 residents at 25 engagement opportunities.

May 18

Free Riverfront Park Spring and Summer Activities 2022

4:50 p.m. - Riverfront has a variety of community engagement programs offered free to the community this spring & summer! Thank you to our incredible sponsors.

May 17

Kardong Pedestrian Bridge Renovation Begins May 23, 2022

11:55 a.m. - Construction begins Monday, May 23 on the Don Kardong pedestrian bridge renovation.

May 10

Goats Return to Spokane Parks to Aid in Fire Prevention

5:09 p.m. - The program is intended to reduce fire risk in natural areas by reducing brush and tree sapling density.

May 5

Children Asked to Help Design New Playground at Liberty Park

8:35 a.m. - A children’s design workshop will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Liberty Park Library, from 10 A.M.  – Noon