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Starting October 27, people who live, work, and play in the City of Spokane will dial 3-1-1 instead of Crime Check to report non emergency police and fire calls. my.spokanecity.org/news/stories...

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Mayor Lisa Brown @mayorspokane.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Today, @governorferguson.bsky.social and I announced that our request for a Major Disaster Declaration has been submitted to President Trump. If approved, this declaration would help @spokanecity.org with financial assistance, infrastructure repair, and other community needs in the wake of the fire.

Governor Bob Ferguson stands at a podium speaking into a microphone during a press conference with Mayor Lisa Brown in the background.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 26/09/2026

The City has published an interactive Comprehensive Plan Explorer dashboard allowing people to search goals and policies found within the draft Comprehensive Plan by chapter, keywords, theme, or whether it is new or existing. my.spokanecity.org/planspokane/...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 25/09/2026

The City will introduce new utility rates for small apartments, identified as “micro-units.” Qualified micro-units will pay 60% of the multi-family rates charged for sewer service and water-wastewater capital infrastructure, representing a savings of $28 a month. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City Creates Reduced Utility Rates for Micro-Sized Living Units

Qualified extra-small apartments will pay less than traditional-sized units

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 25/09/2026

Join us for the Week Without Driving challenge, October 1-8. Please, no horses! 🤣

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 21/09/2026

We wish all those observing Yom Kippur a meaningful fast! G’mar Chatimah Tovah.

Text reads, “Have a meaningful Yom Kippur!”

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 18/09/2026

The remote Development Services Center at Shadle Park Library opens Monday, Sept. 21. City staff will be available to help fire-impacted residents navigate permitting services. The remote office will be open Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

Shadle Park Library, with the green and yellow water tower in the background, on a sunny day.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 17/09/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Spokane is proud to celebrate the people, cultures, and traditions that help make us stronger and more vibrant

Text says "Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! September 15 - October 15"

Text says "¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! 15 de septiembre - 15 de octubre"

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Mayor Lisa Brown @mayorspokane.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We are closing the Browne St. viaduct to pedestrian traffic, expanding Navigation Center hours, and continuing the encampment resolution program, which has successfully navigated 239 people to housing. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City to Temporarily Close Pedestrian Access to Browne St Viaduct

Actions to strengthen public safety, access to services, and demonstrating measurable progress in addressing encampment and community safety concerns.

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Mayor Lisa Brown @mayorspokane.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

@spokanecity.org announced three actions aimed at strengthening public safety, improving access to services, and demonstrating measurable progress in addressing encampment and community safety concerns. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 15/09/2026

As Spokane continues its recovery from the wildfire, the City announced a coordinated package of new resources and legislative proposals to provide greater transparency, streamline the rebuilding process, and place City staff directly alongside residents as they navigate recovery.

my.spokanecity.org

New Tools, Resources to Support Fire Recovery and Rebuilding

Public damage assessment dashboard, rebuilding legislation, and on-site planning assistance to help residents navigate the path forward

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 15/09/2026

It may feel like it takes 20 years to get home, but we promise it won't. Starting tonight, Sept. 14, southbound Browne St. will be reduced to two lanes from Main Ave. through Pacific Ave. Overnight work will include additional lane closures. Drivers are urged to plan ahead. #SpokaneStreets

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 14/09/2026

We are hiring! Check out our featured job of the week and discover your next career move at my.spokanecity.org/jobs. #SpokaneJobs

Text reads, "We Are Hiring
Positions:
- Behavioral Health Paramedic"

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/09/2026

Flags are at half-staff for Patriot Day, the annual memorial of the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/09/2026

The Bicycle Advisory Board will be leading bike buddy rides on Sept. 15, from your local library or community center to City Hall, where there will be an additional ride looping downtown. Sprocket & Sprinkles will also be at City Hall, so be sure to get some ice cream and support a local business!

Bike Buddy Ride flyer shows four bicycle routes titled Bigfoot Race Group, Marmot Meander Group, Turkey Trot Group, and Goat Trail Group.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 10/09/2026

The City is launching its new Emergency Streets pilot program, which provides a rapid-response approach to traffic safety by installing temporary traffic-calming measures within 48–72 hours of a fatal crash. The goal is simple: increase awareness, reduce speeds, and make streets safer right away.

Outline of a body. Text reads, "A community member was killed here in a traffic crash. Emergency Streets."

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 10/09/2026

The City of Spokane is seeking public feedback on the draft Future Land Use Map, which guides future development. Explore our intuitive and interactive map and leave comments along the way. The deadline for comments is Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 at 5 p.m. storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 08/09/2026

We are hiring! Check out our featured jobs of the week and discover your next career move at my.spokanecity.org/jobs. #SpokaneJobs

Graphic featuring Pavilion wiring reads, "We Are Hiring Positions:
- Emergency Communications Training & Quality Specialist
- Equipment Servicer
- Police Records Specialist"

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 07/09/2026

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers who keep our communities strong. Happy Labor Day!

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 02/09/2026

One of Spokane’s most treasured community assets is its parks. Through the DNR Trust Land Transfer program, the City has the opportunity to transform the 199-acre Thorpe parcel into a park. We look forward to working with the Legislature to fund this land transfer. dnr.wa.gov/news/2026/tr...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 02/09/2026

The City of Spokane is working closely with @emd.wa.gov to seek a Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government. If approved, the federal government would provide individual assistance to those affected by the Spokane Complex Fire.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 01/09/2026

One month ago, Spokane experienced one of the most devastating days in our history. Homes were lost, families were displaced, and uncertainty loomed over our city as evacuations remained in place for well over a week.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 31/08/2026

We are hiring! Check out our featured jobs of the week and discover your next career move at my.spokanecity.org/jobs. #SpokaneJobs

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 29/08/2026

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is surveying, removing, and disposing of household hazardous materials from properties burned by the Spokane Complex Fire. Use the EPA's interactive map to look up the household hazardous materials removal status for your property.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 29/08/2026

The City has issued its first rebuilding permit following the devastation from the Spokane Complex Fire. To help residents understand the rebuild process, the City created a flyer to easily identify the steps that must be completed prior to issuing rebuild permits. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 27/08/2026

The City has lowered demolition fees for buildings damaged in the wildfires. Other possible reforms include adopting a “like-for-like” code to expedite reviews for buildings in the same location & allowing the construction of smaller ADUs before building a main residential building on the property.

spokesman.com

Spokane extends lowered demolition fees, eyes other reforms to ease post-fire rebuilding

The Spokane City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved formalizing lower demolition fees for buildings damaged in the Spokane Complex fires, an early step as the city considers other ways to ease ...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 26/08/2026

Homeowners rebuilding after this season’s fire damage should make sure to check out their contractor before making a decision or paying any money. The best way to avoid contractor scams is by using the @lniwa.bsky.social tools and guidance at ProtectMyHome.net.

protectmyhome.net

Protect My Home

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 25/08/2026

Spokane Public Schools are back in session tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug. 26! This is a reminder to plan ahead, slow down in school zones, and watch for pedestrians crossing the street. Let’s make sure all of our learners can get to class safely this year.

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Mayor Lisa Brown @mayorspokane.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

@spokanecity.org is working with @governorferguson.bsky.social to seek a major disaster declaration from the federal government. If approved, the federal government would provide individual assistance to those affected by the Spokane Complex Fire.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 25/08/2026

It's Monday, which means new job opportunities! Check out our featured jobs of the week and discover your next career move at my.spokanecity.org/jobs. #SpokaneJobs

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 21/08/2026

The City of Spokane has received $1 million in Wildfire Housing Assistance Funds from the Washington State Department of Commerce that will be passed through to residents impacted by and/or evacuated during the Spokane Complex Fire. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane Receives $1 Million in Wildfire Housing Assistance

The City of Spokane receives $1 million in Wildfire Housing Assistance that will be given to residents impacted during the Spokane Complex Fires.

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Mayor Lisa Brown @mayorspokane.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Words will never encapsulate the deep gratitude I have for every firefighter, law enforcement officer, emergency manager & incident commander who traveled here to help our region. They left their own communities to stand alongside ours, and their expertise, manpower & sacrifice have been invaluable.

inlander.com

The Spokane community — with a lot of help from its friends — weathered the barrage and is ready to take on the recovery

On Friday, July 31, Spokane Fire Chief Tom Williams called me asking for approval to upstaff the department the next day. A first-of-its-kind “Particularly Dangerous Situation” Red Flag Warning had

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 18/08/2026

Reminder! Free personal protective equipment kits are available at Station 16 today, Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 3-6 p.m.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 18/08/2026

We are hiring! Check out our featured jobs of the week and discover your next career move at my.spokanecity.org/jobs. #SpokaneJobs

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 18/08/2026

The state has $1.5 million available for Household Needs Grants through the state Individual Assistance (State IA) program. Grants range from $750 for a one-person household to $2,250 for households of five or more. Begin the process online at mil.wa.gov/wafires26.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 17/08/2026

SFD’s Community Risk Reduction team will be passing out additional PPE kits to residents impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire. Mask and glove kits, as well as Tyvek kits, will be available for pickup at specific fire stations on Tuesday and Thursday. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 13/08/2026

Thank you to our Public Works team for their hard work and dedication during the Old Trails Fire. Thank you for being the foundation that kept water in fire hoses, wastewater moving, an old landfill safe, and streets first responders and evacuees can rely on while in the direct path of a wildfire.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 13/08/2026

The H.O.M.E. Starts Here Fund has raised $500,000 to help community members impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire. THANK YOU! This fund will stay 100% local with all funds and resources deployed directly to the Spokane community. Visit my.spokanecity.org/donate to help your neighbors in need.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 12/08/2026

Staff from Washington 211 are on hand at the Disaster Assistance Center to help fire-impacted residents access temporary housing, grocery assistance, and more. The Disaster Assistance Center is open through Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Shadle Park High School.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 12/08/2026

All evacuation levels have been downgraded, and free personal protection equipment is available today, Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the following locations: -Windriver Dr. & Nine Mile Rd. -Woodside Ave. & Nine Mile Rd. -Rifle Club Rd. & Aubrey L White Pkwy.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/08/2026

All evacuation levels have been downgraded, and free PPE is available until 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the following intersections: -Windriver Dr. & Nine Mile Rd. -Woodside Ave. & Nine Mile Rd. -Rifle Club Rd. & Aubrey L White Pkwy. More info: my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/08/2026

California Team 7 will host a special meeting about the Old Trails Fire tonight, Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 6 p.m. at Shadle Park High School. Fire managers and agency representatives will be on hand to share current information and answer questions. More info: inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-pub...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/08/2026

Staff from @wadol.bsky.social are on hand at the Disaster Assistance Center to help fire-impacted residents obtain a new driver license or ID card. The Disaster Assistance Center is open through Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Shadle Park High School.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/08/2026

Team 7 will host two special meetings about the Old Trails Fire on Tuesday, Aug. 11, and Thursday, Aug .13, at 6 p.m. at Shadle Park High School. Fire managers and agency representatives will be on hand to share current information, answer questions, and connect residents with available resources.

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Single Publication | InciWeb

Wanes Spokane Area Fires - News for InciWeb

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 11/08/2026

Governor Ferguson’s emergency proclamation expands access to the state’s disaster cash assistance program, increases access to vital documents lost in the fires, makes it easier to get unemployment benefits, and temporarily suspends regulatory requirements for health care facilities and providers.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 10/08/2026

Please make sure to have proper PPE before returning home. 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗣𝗣𝗘 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴. 𝟭𝟬, 𝟮-𝟳 𝗽𝗺 at the Indian Trail Shopping Center, River Ridge Shopping Center, Five Mile Park & Ride, and the intersection of 9 Mile Road and Royal Drive. my.spokanecity.org/wildfireinfo/returning-home

Firefighters smile under a tent with a "masks available here" sign.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 10/08/2026

Staff from multiple City of Spokane departments are on hand at the Disaster Assistance Center to help fire-impacted residents navigate the road to recovery. The Disaster Assistance Center is open through Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Shadle Park High School.

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 10/08/2026

The City of Spokane is prepared to collect additional garbage for those returning to downgraded evacuation areas. Read this thread or visit our website for all the details. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 10/08/2026

For those returning home, free personal protection equipment is available until 6 p.m. today, Sunday, Aug. 9, at the following locations: Indian Trail Shopping Center, River Ridge Shopping Center, Five Mile Park N Ride, & the corner of 9 Mile Road and Royal Drive. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 09/08/2026

As evacuation orders are downgraded, the City is offering guidance on how to safely return home. Info on obtaining free personal protective equipment, guidance on cleaning your home, instructions on flushing your water system, and more can be found on our website. my.spokanecity.org/news/release...

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City offers guidance on safely returning home after fires

As evacuation orders are downgraded, the City of Spokane is offering guidance on how to safely return home.

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