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The City of Spokane has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Tourism and Cultural Investment Grant, aimed at boosting local tourism and cultural initiatives. This grant offers financial support for projects that enhance the natural environment and promote sustainable tourism in the region. Interested parties are encouraged to apply before the deadline on April 4, 2025.
The March edition of "News You Can Use" highlights community initiatives in Spokane, including a focus on Five Mile Prairie's history and upcoming visioning workshops for the city's growth. Spokane County residents can also enjoy discounted Numerica SkyRide tickets this month. The article encourages community engagement through workshops and neighborhood council meetings.
The City of Spokane is hosting community visioning workshops in March as part of the PlanSpokane 2046 update to its Comprehensive Plan, aiming to gather local input on critical topics affecting the community for the next two decades. Residents will have opportunities to participate in mapping exercises and provide feedback on issues like land use, transportation, and housing, ensuring their voices shape the future of Spokane.
Spokane County has acquired an 8-acre parcel from the Myers Living Trust for $610,000, expanding Fish Lake Regional Park to nearly 76 acres. This purchase concludes a long-standing dispute between the Myers family, former operators of a private resort, and the county over park management. Commissioner Al French anticipates significant improvements to the park, enhancing its family-friendly appeal.
World Relief Spokane has laid off its entire staff of 15 due to the cancellation of federal contracts for refugee resettlement, following a controversial executive order by the Trump administration. The uncertainty surrounding the status of refugees expected in Spokane highlights the broader implications of policy changes on local communities and the aid organizations that support them.
The article presents a series of notices regarding applications and technical reviews related to various projects in Spokane County, including wetland restoration, multi-family developments, and school expansions. Each project includes key details such as descriptions, parcel numbers, locations, zoning classifications, and issuance dates. This information is crucial for local stakeholders and residents interested in community development and environmental initiatives.
An upcoming educational event is set to take place in Spokane County on February 27, 2025. This event will focus on advancements in web technology, including topics such as web browsers, HTTP cookies, and JavaScript, aiming to enhance community knowledge and skills in computer programming.
Spokane County is launching the Regional Waste Ambassadors Program aimed at promoting sustainability and waste minimization through education and community involvement. This initiative encourages local volunteering efforts to address municipal solid waste issues, fostering innovation in waste management practices within Spokane County.
Spokane is enhancing its resilience to climate change through the development of a Climate Vulnerability Index, which identifies areas most at risk from hazards like extreme heat and wildfires. This mapping tool integrates data from various sources and invites public input to inform climate planning strategies aimed at safeguarding the community.
Spokane County announces seasonal road restrictions effective February 21, 2025, through April 21, 2025, affecting multiple roads. The restrictions aim to preserve road conditions during adverse weather. Key roads impacted include 27th Avenue, Adams Road, and Austin Road.