Spokane City Council to Consider Day Change of Legislative Sessions

The Spokane City Council is set to reconsider its legislative session days due to disruptions from federal holidays and a desire to foster greater community involvement. The Council first discussed this potential change last year but postponed further actions to allow for public input through a community survey. This survey, open to Spokane residents, will close at midnight on September 21, 2025, collecting data to help determine the most suitable meeting day. Survey results will be showcased at the Finance and Administration Committee meeting on September 22, 2025, informing future decisions. A first reading of the proposed resolution is planned for October 6, 2025, with a final reading scheduled for October 20, during a legislative session.

If the change is approved, it will be enacted in August 2026, marking a significant alteration in the Council's meeting schedule. The potential shift is outlined in Ordinance C36738, which currently leaves the new meeting day unspecified. Engaging the community is a priority for the Council, as it seeks to reflect constituents' preferences.