City of Spokane
Community Update
October 19, 2021
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Mayor's Update
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021
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Council Recap
Monday, Oct. 18, 2021
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Budget Workshop
It's budget season! Mayor Nadine Woodward's draft 2022 budget prioritizes funding for public safety, homelessness, housing, and economic development and maintains core service levels while balancing ongoing revenue impacts caused by the pandemic. The next budget workshop is planned with Spokane City Council on Friday, Oct. 22.
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Move Non-Passenger Vehicles for Snow Season
As the City begins preparations for snow season, please move non-passenger vehicles include recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers. Additionally, obstructions like basketball hoops should also be removed from the right-of-way. |
October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please take a look and share these resources with anyone who may be in need.
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October Is National Pedestrian Safety Month
Driving safely is all about the little things! For more Pedestrian Safety Month tips visit Target Zero's website. |
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Please join us for the upcoming National Drug Take Back Day! On Saturday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at COPS Northwest we will be accepting unused and unwanted medications. Needles will not be accepted. |
Fall Compost Fair
The Spokane County Master Composters/Recyclers are bringing their Fall Compost Fair to the public in a virtual event. Through a self-paced online format, county residents can get great home composting tips and earn a FREE compost bin! |
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Local COVID-19 Data
For the most recent and local data on cases and outcomes, visit SRHD.org. Track State of Washington information with these interactive dashboards for updates. |
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All Washington Residents Age 12+ Eligible for Vaccine
All Washingtonians age 12 and up are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The Governor and the state Department of Health (DOH) have also prioritized equity issues to ensure vaccine access to populations disproportionately affected by the virus, including communities of color and low-income communities.
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Local Vaccination Distribution Information
Three COVID-19 vaccines have been approved, and are widely accessible throughout the state. Information on the vaccine and its distribution in Washington is found on the DOH website. Learn more details on the SRHD website.
State COVID-19 Information Hotline
1-800-525-0127 (press #)
- 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon.
- 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tues. - Sun. and holidays
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CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People
Currently authorized vaccines in the United States are highly effective at protecting vaccinated people against symptomatic and severe COVID-19. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published updated interim recommendations for people who have been fully vaccinated. Until more is known and vaccination coverage increases, some prevention measures will continue to be necessary for all people, regardless of vaccination status. |
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Need Access to Food?
Need Mental Health Help?
Contact 24/7: Frontier Crisis Line (877) 266-1818
Contact or Walk-In: Inland Northwest Behavioral Health (509) 992-1888
CHAS Health: (509) 444-8200
Excelsior Wellness Center: (509) 559-3100
Help for children, adults and families is available via telehealth.
Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255
Need Resources?
Call Washington 211 at 2-1-1 or (866) 904-9060 to speak to a local agent
Apply for Basic Food assistance over the phone!
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Lutheran Community Services: (509) 747-8224
Intensive Behavioral Health, Victim Advocacy and Foster Care, are available.
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Utility Payment Options
We know that the pandemic has created economic hardship for many of the City’s utility customers. Assistance with monthly City utility bills for water, sewer, and solid waste is available during the COVID-19 pandemic:
Residential property owners as well as tenants can seek direct financial assistance through the City's U-Help program by calling 456-SNAP. Utility Billing can also provide interest-free payment plans for residential customers. More information.
Business owners with an active City of Spokane utility account, may qualify for a small business assistance utility bill deferral. More information.
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Spokane Rewards. Spokane Solves. Spokane Gives. |
The City of Spokane is a great place to combine community support with expertise. There are over 30 Boards, Commissions and Committees made up of volunteers who help shape our community. If you have one day a year, or one day a week, there is an opportunity for you. Pick your passion below and get involved!
Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to benefitting our community through complex issues like affordable housing and human services? The vision of the Community, Housing, and Human Services Board is to provide opportunities that enhance the quality of life for Spokane’s extremely low to moderate income populations.
We are looking for three board members to join the team by the end of the year. Apply today to make a difference. Application deadline is Friday, Oct 22 and should be submitted to Mayor@spokanecity.org.
Help us put the finishing touches on the restoration of the Vietnam Memorial in Riverfront Park! Thanks to the support of generous donors, restoration of the memorial and the surrounding area is nearly complete. We're looking for six volunteers to help place turf (grass) sod in the landscape area around the memorial.
Volunteers must have the ability to lift and place up to 20lbs for 2+ hours. Long pants and sturdy shoes as well as gloves are encouraged. Bring water and dress for current weather conditions.
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Autumn Adventures: SpookWalk
SpookWalk is back this Halloween, 2021! Come and meet the ghosts of Browne's Addition. Wander through the streets and hear the stories of ghostly mystery and intrigue. For more information visit the Friends of Coeur d'Alene Park website. |
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On the Bright Side
One of Spokane's most recognizable landmarks was close to demolition, when Jerry Quinn Sr. launched a successful campaign to spare our Clock Tower from the wrecking ball.
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