Spokane City Council to Consider Day Change of Legislative Sessions

The Spokane City Council is reevaluating its legislative session schedule, considering a shift from Mondays due to numerous cancellations linked to federal holidays and requests from constituents for increased engagement opportunities. This topic was first discussed in 2024, with the council deciding to defer any changes until 2025 to allow for comprehensive community feedback. To facilitate this, a public survey is currently open to residents of Spokane, aimed at capturing their preferences on the meeting day. The survey will remain open until midnight on September 21, with results presented during the Finance and Administration Committee meeting on September 22. A first reading of the proposed change is slated for October 6, 2025, followed by a final reading on October 20 during the legislative session.

The specifics of the new meeting day will be determined based on community input, as the current draft of Ordinance C36738 leaves this section blank. If the council approves the measure, the change would be implemented in August 2026. This decision reflects an ongoing effort by the council to enhance public engagement and responsiveness to community needs.