City Details Veterans Day Schedule

Spokane, WALocal News

Spokane has announced that on-street parking will be free on Veterans Day, November 11, while all other parking regulations, including time limits, will still apply. Garbage, recycling, and yard waste services will continue on their regular schedule, and the Waste to Energy Facility will remain open. Riverfront Park will celebrate the holiday by offering free Looff Carrousel rides for military personnel and their families. However, Spokane Public Library branches will be closed, along with the Municipal Court and Community Justice Services. Spokane 311 employees will be available for customer inquiries in-person, via phone, or online.

Residents can access services at www. spokane311. org, which operates 24/7. The holiday schedule aims to honor military members while ensuring essential city services function smoothly. This initiative reflects Spokane's commitment to supporting its community, particularly for those who have served in the armed forces.

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