Spokane City Council to Consider Day Change of Legislative Sessions

The Spokane City Council plans to change its legislative session days from Mondays, prompted by frequent cancellations due to federal holidays and requests for greater public engagement. A survey is open to residents to collect feedback, closing on September 21, 2025, with results presented at the Finance and Administration Committee meeting the following day. The council initially discussed this potential change last year but deferred further action to 2025 to allow for community input. The proposed change is part of Ordinance C36738, which currently does not specify a new meeting day. If the council approves the change, it will take effect in August 2026.

The survey process highlights the council's efforts to prioritize constituents' preferences in legislative scheduling. Local stakeholders have expressed the need for a more accessible meeting day to enhance engagement. This initiative aims to strengthen the relationship between the council and the Spokane community.