Proposed Resolution Outlines City of Spokane's Federal Priorities

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown and the City Council introduced a resolution outlining their federal priorities for 2025-2026, focusing on civil rights, public safety, economic growth, and infrastructure investment. The proposed priorities include sustained funding for essential programs like Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which are vital for low-income families. Among the city's public safety initiatives, there is a push for federal funding to expand mental health response teams that operate alongside local police and fire personnel. The resolution also advocates for the restoration of grants previously rescinded by the Trump Administration, which would support infrastructure projects such as the Latah Bridge Rehabilitation. Mayor Brown emphasized that federal investment is crucial for local governments to maintain essential services effectively.

Councilmember Paul Dillon remarked that the agenda demonstrates a commitment to working individuals in challenging times. The city aims to address issues like opioid trafficking and support local job creation through reinstated funding for aerospace initiatives. The resolution reflects a strategic approach to securing federal resources necessary for enhancing Spokane's community welfare.