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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 03
Chapter 03.01A
Section 03.01A.252
 

Title 03 Administration and Personnel

Chapter 03.01A Executive and Administrative Organization

Article II. Departments

Section 03.01A.252 Office of Civil Rights, Equity, and Inclusion
  1. The office of civil rights, equity and inclusion department is established to provide citywide leadership and guidance in the areas of civil rights, equity and inclusion.  It shall promote the removal of historical and existing barriers to access to services within the boundaries of The City of Spokane and work to eliminate discrimination in housing, employment, and public accommodations for all people; receive, oversee investigations and resolve complaints of discrimination not under the jurisdiction of other government entities; recommend policies to all departments and divisions of City government in matters affecting civil rights, equity and inclusion; recommend implementation plans for such programs and policies; and promote awareness within City government and the City of Spokane through public education and outreach.
  1. This Office is a new department with the organization structure of the City of Spokane and will report to the City Administrator.  The head of the Office of Civil Rights, Equity and Inclusion will be a Director level position within the organization.

Date Passed: Monday, December 13, 2021

Effective Date: Monday, December 13, 2021

ORD C36159 Section 1