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Spokane City Council approved ordinance C36679, referred to as "Prop None," which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized for undermining the voter-approved anti-encampment initiative, Prop 1. Bingle argued that the decision disregards the clear demand from Spokane residents for enforceable measures to tackle illegal encampments and protect public spaces.
Spokane will celebrate the ribbon-cutting for renovated sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3, 2025. The project, completed on budget, features upgraded basketball and pickleball courts, funded by various local organizations and a state grant. If approved in November, a citywide Parks & Recreation levy could lead to similar renovations across Spokane.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, termed “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized as a betrayal of voters' wishes for enforceable anti-encampment measures. Bingle emphasized the need for leadership that listens to Spokane residents and expressed distrust in the council's decision-making process.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, termed “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized as a diluted version of the voter-approved anti-encampment initiative, Prop 1. Bingle emphasized that the council ignored residents' demands for enforceable measures to manage illegal encampments, undermining public trust.
Spokane officials will cut the ribbon on renovated sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3. If approved, a November Parks & Recreation levy would fund renovations for every sport court citywide. The project was completed on budget and schedule, featuring new basketball and pickleball courts.
Spokane will celebrate the ribbon-cutting of renovated sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. The project, completed on budget and on schedule, included two basketball courts and two pickleball courts. If a November Parks & Recreation levy passes, all city sport courts will receive similar renovations.
Spokane will celebrate the renovation of Underhill Park's sport courts on July 3, featuring local dignitaries and youth basketball players. The project included upgrades to basketball and pickleball courts, funded by various community partners. If a proposed Parks & Recreation levy passes in November, all city sports courts will be renovated.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, also known as “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized for undermining the voter-approved anti-encampment initiative, Prop 1. Bingle emphasized that residents desire enforceable tools to address illegal encampments, not bureaucratic substitutes.
Spokane City Council passed ordinance C36679, dubbed “Prop None,” which Council Member Jonathan Bingle criticized as a diluted replacement for the voter-approved Prop 1 aimed at addressing illegal encampments. Bingle stated that this decision reflects a disconnect between the council and the residents, undermining trust in local governance.
Spokane will celebrate the completion of renovated sport courts at Underhill Park on July 3, 2025. The project, funded by local and state grants, upgraded facilities for basketball and pickleball, providing improved community resources. If a proposed Parks & Recreation levy passes in November, all city sport courts will undergo similar renovations.