Park Restroom Improvements Proposed for 2025 Levy

Spokane, WALocal News

Spokane's Parks & Recreation department is responding to community concerns regarding the state of park restrooms, particularly as the demand rises with warmer weather. In a recent outreach effort, 70% of participants highlighted restroom improvements as a top priority in the 2022 Master Plan. The article outlines several critical issues, including aging sewer systems that hinder reliability, facilities vulnerable to vandalism, and maintenance difficulties due to a lack of staffing. To address these problems, a proposed Parks Levy on the November 2025 ballot aims to renovate or replace all park restrooms, implement more reliable water systems, and enhance lighting and fixtures. Additionally, the plan includes vital upgrades for ADA compliance and increased staffing to ensure faster repairs and more frequent cleaning.

This comprehensive approach seeks to create safer and more accessible park environments for all users. For further details, residents are encouraged to visit SpokaneParks. org/levy. Contact information for reporting maintenance issues is also provided, fostering community engagement.

Related Articles

Garbage Pickup Delayed in Spokane for Thanksgiving Holiday

Spokane's garbage, curbside recycling, and yard waste pickups will be delayed one day starting Thursday due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Residents are advised to have their carts out by 6 AM on collection days. Additional information on city closures is available on the city's website.

City of Spokane Funds 50 New Shelter Beds, Mobile Medication Assisted Treatment Services

The City of Spokane has contracted with four local homeless services providers to add 50 emergency shelter beds and enhance mobile medication assisted treatment services in response to Mayor Lisa Brown's emergency declaration. The initiative aims to address homelessness as colder weather approaches, with nearly $3 million allocated for eviction prevention efforts.

Community Invited to Shape the Future of Parks and Recreation

Spokane Valley residents can contribute to the city's updated Parks and Recreation Master Plan at an open house on December 2. The city encourages community input through surveys and idea mapping to shape future parks, trails, and recreation programs.