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Cycle 13 Safe Streets for All - Traffic Calming - December 26, 2025 at 2:20 p.m. - A self-enforcing traffic management approach that seeks to force motorists to alter their speed or direction of travel.
High Visibility Crosswalks - December 26, 2025 at 12:38 p.m. - The project will install high visibility zebra crosswalks (piano-key style) in various locations throughout the City.
2024 Cure In Place Pipe (CIPP) - December 24, 2025 at 1:05 p.m. - The project will install Cure in Place Pipe (CIPP) thereby reinforcing and extending the life of sewer pipes throughout the City of Spokane.
2026 Street Maintenance Curb Ramps - December 10, 2025 at 12:03 p.m. - This project installs ADA-compliant curb ramps where the street department has completed a grind and overlay.
I-90 Stormwater - December 3, 2025 at 10:47 a.m. - Install a subsurface stormwater treatment and infiltration facility for stormwater generated on an 8-acre section of I-90.
Cycle 11 Traffic Calming - May 28, 2024 at 1:55 p.m. - Miscellaneous street and sidewalk improvements focused on pedestrians and traffic calming.
Washington Stevens Corridor Improvements 2024 - May 17, 2024 at 2:52 p.m. - This upgrades consist of three key projects aimed at enhancing the infrastructure & longevity of the roads and bridges in this area.
2024 Grind and Overlay Street Maintenance - April 5, 2024 at 10:43 a.m. - The City of Spokane Streets Department will be performing routine street maintenance at various locations throughout the 2024 roadwork season.
Big Takeaways from my Visit to Boise - April 1, 2024 at 4:55 p.m. - What Spokane can learn from Boise’s approach to economic development, public safety and housing.
2024 Street Maintenance Curb Ramps - March 19, 2024 at 10:15 a.m. - Installation of ADA ramps on streets which will receive a grind and overlay by the street department.
The Falls Shoreline Conditional Use Permit - February 12, 2024 at 10:23 a.m. - Applicant proposing to construct a 12-story residential structure with 38-units and one level of underground parking in the Shoreline Jurisdiction.
Here’s How to Help Bloomsday Run Smoothly - May 2, 2023 at 2:21 p.m. - City proud to partner with Bloomsday, about 40K participants expected for downtown race/walk.
South Gorge Trail Connection - April 24, 2023 at 11:08 a.m. - Construct a shared-use pathway under the Monroe St. Bridge connecting Main Ave to the existing path attached to the north side of Spokane Falls Blvd
Riverside Grind and Overlay (Division to Wall) - November 29, 2021 at 3:58 p.m. - Pavement grind and overlay and reconfiguration of traffic lanes on Riverside from Division to Wall to accommodate new bicycle lanes.
Riverpoint Village PUD Amendment - July 29, 2021 at 1:12 p.m. - The applicant is proposing to remove Space Unit 12 from the existing Riverpoint Village PUD (file no.92-18-PUD/ZC).
North Bank Bikeway Proposal - July 13, 2020 at 2:41 p.m. - Proposed future bike lanes on Boone Avenue, Atlantic Avenue and Sharp Avenue through the North Bank from Lincoln to Division.
Innovation Alleyways - March 3, 2020 at 10:12 a.m. - This project was launched to explore ways to revitalize & re-envision select downtown alleyways into places of connectivity & vibrant arts culture.
Downtown Plan Update - September 27, 2019 at 11:36 a.m. - An update to the 2008 Downtown Plan, Fast Forward Spokane Downtown Plan Update.
Innovation Alleyways - September 23, 2019 at 4 p.m. - Innovation Alleyways Toolkit provides guidelines for revitalizing and re-envisioning alleyways.
Protecting Leaves and Adding New Trees (PLANT) Ordinance - September 9, 2019 at 4:34 p.m. - Urban Forestry Ordinance with goals to increase the canopy coverage and create new reforestation programs and maintain existing ones.
North Bank Vision Survey: We Asked, You Told! - April 5, 2019 at 9:20 a.m. - Results of the survey will help inform the vision for the area and guide the planning process for the North Bank Plan.
Innovation Alleyway Workshop - March 28, 2019 at 11:55 a.m. - Workshops on Friday and Saturday will explore ways to enliven downtown alleyways.
Living In a Walkable Neighborhood - January 4, 2019 at 11:48 a.m. - Guest blogger shares her tips for those interested in living in a walkable neighborhood.
Riverfront Park to Hold Workshop for New Wheels Park - December 20, 2018 at 3:25 p.m. - Be part of the design process, share your thoughts, and interact with the design team from Grindline, and Bernardo Wills Architects.
What do you think of Bikeshare? - October 11, 2018 at 2:29 p.m. - City seeks feedback on bike and scooter rental pilot program
Post Street Bridge Replacement - August 23, 2018 at 9:09 a.m. - Post Street Pedestrian and Utility Bridge Replacement. Project funded with federal funds.
Bikeshare is on its Way! - August 20, 2018 at 4:06 p.m. - Bikeshare pilot program planned this fall; watch for bikes and scooters for rent
Connect Downtown Event - July 23, 2018 at 3:51 p.m. - Wednesday, July 25 come learn about the future of downtown Spokane!
Saving the Historic Arches - May 24, 2018 at 12:22 p.m. - Post Street Bridge replacement is being designed to save the historic concrete arches.
Join Us At Connect Downtown - May 11, 2018 at 3:51 p.m. - Join us May 21st from 3 – 6 p.m. at the south entrance of Riverfront Park (near the Rotary Fountain) to discuss downtown Spokane’s future at Connect D
2018 Parking Study Survey - May 8, 2018 at 2:11 p.m. - Take the new parking survey and you could win a gift card to Atticus Coffee & Gifts!
City to Launch Spokane Matters 2.0 - March 28, 2018 at 10:48 a.m. - Join us Thursday to share the issues affecting your district with your Spokane Matters district group.
Officer Works to Make Downtown Safer - March 23, 2018 at 12:33 p.m. - Patrol cop targets crime, habitual offenders, and works to make Downtown safer
Invest With Us: Downtown - November 9, 2017 at 4:09 p.m. - The Downtown area is one of six target investment areas in Spokane!
Bosch Lot Update & Next Steps September 2017 - September 6, 2017 at 2:13 p.m. - Parks & Recreation is ending the RCO public comment period early to have deeper analysis and ask bigger questions of the lot’s future
Bosch Lot Information & Public Comment - August 11, 2017 at 2:22 p.m. - City of Spokane Parks & Recreation is proposing a transfer of RCO restrictions from the Bosch Lot to three potential City-owned properties.
Invest with Us! - May 26, 2017 at 3:06 p.m. - How the City’s economic development team is helping grow business activity.
Welcome Hoopfest players - June 27, 2014 at 3 p.m. - Basketball teams from across our community and the country pack downtown Spokane for the world’s largest 3-on-3 tournament
Put on your green - March 14, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. - The 2014 St. Patrick’s Day Parade through downtown Spokane is Saturday at noon
Join the Food Truck Rally - March 4, 2014 at 2 a.m. - Check out the Food Truck Rally on Friday, Mar. 7 from noon to 8 p.m.
Making a difference downtown - September 30, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. - Spokane downtown crime drop as the City has worked closely over the past year and a half with social service and other community partners.