Your trusted source for local Spokane, WA news, updated daily with the most important stories from your community.
Spokane officials will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for renovated sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3. The project, completed on budget and schedule, received funding from multiple sources and aims to enhance community engagement in local parks. If approved, a November levy could fund renovations for all sport courts citywide.
Spokane will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for renovated sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3 at 10 a.m. The project, completed on budget and on schedule, included upgrades to basketball and pickleball courts, funded by the city and local donations. If a proposed November levy passes, all city sport courts will be renovated.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, dubbed “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized as a diluted version of the voter-approved Prop 1 aimed at addressing illegal camping. Bingle stated the decision reflects a disconnect between the council and Spokane residents who seek enforceable measures for public safety.
Spokane officials will celebrate the renovation of Underhill Park's sport courts on July 3, featuring Mayor Brown and youth basketball players. The project, completed on time and budget, included upgrades to basketball and pickleball courts, funded by local and state resources. If approved, a forthcoming Parks & Recreation levy could facilitate similar renovations citywide.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, termed "Prop None," which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized as a diluted version of the voter-approved Prop 1 aimed at addressing illegal encampments. Bingle expressed disappointment that the council ignored the clear wishes of Spokane residents, who seek enforceable measures for public safety.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, dubbed “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized for undermining the voter-approved Prop 1 on anti-encampment measures. Bingle stated that the council's decision reflects a disconnect between city leaders and residents' desires for effective tools to address illegal encampments.
Spokane will celebrate the renovation of Underhill Park's sport courts on July 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. The project, funded by local and state resources, includes upgraded basketball and pickleball courts and aims to enhance community park usage citywide if a proposed levy is approved.
Spokane will celebrate the renovation of Underhill Park's sports courts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 3, 2025. The project, completed on budget, included new basketball and pickleball courts, sidewalks, and lighting. If approved, the upcoming Parks & Recreation levy could fund renovations for all city sports courts.
Spokane City Council passed an ordinance dubbed “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle claims undermines the will of voters who supported a stricter anti-encampment initiative. Bingle criticized the council for prioritizing bureaucratic measures over public safety and the clear demands of residents.
Spokane will celebrate the renovation of sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3, featuring dignitaries and youth basketball players. The project, completed on budget, included two basketball courts and two pickleball courts, funded by city and state grants along with local donations. If a proposed Parks & Recreation levy passes in November, all city sport courts will undergo similar renovations.