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Mayor Lisa Brown reflects on her first year in office, highlighting significant achievements in community safety, housing, homelessness, and economic development in Spokane, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration for a resilient future.
Spokane Police were involved in an officer-involved shooting on December 29, 2024, in North Central Spokane. Officers responded to reports of a male firing a rifle from his apartment, resulting in the subject's death despite life-saving efforts. An investigation by the Spokane Independent Investigation Response (SIIR) team will follow standard protocol to ensure an unbiased review.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown has ordered flags at City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in remembrance of former President Jimmy Carter, following President Biden's national directive. This act honors Carter's legacy of service and compassion, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes and businesses until January 28, coinciding with the National Day of Mourning on January 9.
The City of Spokane reminds residents that the final week for Christmas tree pickup and once-per-month green cart collection will occur from January 6th to 10th. Residents should place their carts and trees out for collection by 6 AM on their scheduled pickup day to ensure proper waste management after the holiday season.
Spokane residents are reminded about the Christmas tree pickup scheduled from December 30 to January 10, coinciding with the monthly green cart collection. Trees should be placed out by 6 AM on collection days.
The City of Spokane is offering free curbside pickup for Christmas trees from December 30 to January 10, allowing residents to dispose of their holiday trees responsibly. The service is available on regular collection days, with specific guidelines for tree size and placement to ensure optimal pickup. Additional recycling options for holiday waste are also provided.
A fire broke out in a vacant commercial building in downtown Spokane on December 24, 2024. The Spokane Fire Department responded quickly, extinguishing the fire within 30 minutes with no reported injuries. The cause is under investigation, and the department thanked Avista and AMR for their assistance.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown has proposed two ordinances to enhance public health and safety in downtown Spokane. The first ordinance aims to establish an Alcohol Impact Area to address alcohol-related issues, while the second seeks to regulate smoking paraphernalia and require vendors to provide naloxone for free, in response to the opioid crisis.
Garbage and curbside recycling pickup in Spokane will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday. Friday's collection will occur on Saturday. Residents should have their carts out by 6 AM on collection days. More details on city closures can be found on the Spokane City website.
Spokane County has announced key developments, including the adoption of the 2025 budget and the opening of the Bigelow Gulch-Forker Road Urban Connector. Additionally, the recent lifting of the burn ban enhances outdoor recreational opportunities for residents, reflecting the county's commitment to infrastructure and community engagement.