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Spokane's new street outreach teams closed 96 encampments within their first 12 days, connecting individuals to essential services. Mayor Brown emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration for sustainable change in addressing homelessness.
The City of Spokane's new street outreach teams cleared 96 encampments in their first 12 days of operation, connecting many individuals to housing and behavioral health services. Mayor Brown emphasized the importance of collaboration among various service providers to achieve long-term success.
Spokane's new street outreach teams, in collaboration with Catholic Charities, cleared 96 encampments within their first 12 days. The majority of individuals encountered accepted offers for behavioral health or housing services. Mayor Brown emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration among service providers for sustainable change.
Spokane's new street outreach teams, in partnership with Catholic Charities, cleared 96 encampments within 12 days, connecting many individuals to housing and behavioral health services. Mayor Brown praised the early success and emphasized the importance of coordination among various service providers.
Spokane's new street outreach teams cleared 96 encampments within their first 12 days of operation. The majority of individuals connected with behavioral health and housing services. City officials emphasize the importance of collaboration for long-term success.
Spokane's new street outreach teams cleared 96 encampments in their first 12 days of operation, connecting many individuals to housing and behavioral health services. Mayor Brown emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts among various service providers to ensure long-term success.
Gonzaga University and the Spokane Police Department hosted a weeklong Dialogue Policing training program designed to enhance communication skills among law enforcement. The course, developed by the Columbus Police Department, included participation from multiple agencies and focused on de-escalation techniques, crowd psychology, and interactions with community activists. Officers engaged in training scenarios to solidify their understanding and improve their certification outcomes.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to half-staff following Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive. This action honors Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, who was killed in the line of duty on September 27. The flags will remain lowered until the close of business.
Garbage, recycling, and food and yard waste services will follow their regular schedule this week. Residents must place carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days. For details on holiday operations during the Indigenous Peoples' holiday, refer to the city’s news release.
Spokane City Council and city employees will host a food drive and fundraiser from October 15 to December 15 to support local programs Zilch and Bite2Go, which combat food insecurity among children and families. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasized the importance of this initiative for community health and student retention. Donations can be made at City Hall or online through a secure QR code.