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Spokane City Hall will be closed on key holiday dates, including Christmas and New Year's Day, affecting municipal services. Garbage collection will be delayed by one day, with residents advised to have their carts out by 6 AM. Additional service interruptions and schedule changes for various city departments are also included.
Garbage and curbside recycling pickup in Spokane will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday, December 18, 2024, due to the Christmas holiday. Residents should have their carts out by 6 AM on their designated collection day.
Garbage and curbside recycling pickup in Spokane will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday, with Friday’s pickup occurring on Saturday. The City Council has approved updated utility rates for 2025 and 2026, focusing on affordability and increased support for vulnerable residents.
Spokane's garbage and curbside recycling pickup will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday, with Friday's collection moving to Saturday. Residents should have their carts out by 6 AM on collection days for efficient service. More information on city closures during the holiday is available.
Garbage and recycling collection in Spokane will proceed as scheduled on Presidents’ Day, with carts required at the curb by 6 am on collection days. This announcement emphasizes the continuity of services during the holiday, ensuring residents are informed about their waste management services. For further details, residents can refer to the city’s operating schedule link.
The City of Spokane is hosting a Business Licensing and Property Registration Open House on December 18, 2024, to assist landlords, property managers, and tenants in understanding new regulations regarding residential rental housing.
The Spokane City Council has adopted the 2025/2026 biennial city budget, ensuring funding for essential services and programs. New rules for community engagement have also been approved, reflecting the council's commitment to transparency and responsiveness to residents.
The Spokane City Council has adopted the 2025-2026 Biennial City Budget, focusing on community services and public safety. Council President Betsy Wilkerson highlighted the collaborative effort to reflect shared priorities. The budget takes effect on January 1, 2025, and includes essential services for the city.
On December 6, 2024, the City of Spokane shared important updates, including winter driving safety tips and a new traffic law effective January 1, 2025. The city also commemorated National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day by lowering flags in memory of the victims.
Spokane C.O.P.S., a nonprofit organization focused on community policing, has received a three-month funding reprieve from the City Council, with a $125,000 contract extension approved following strong community support. While some city officials question the program's effectiveness, advocates argue that the organization is essential for enhancing public safety and supporting crime victims.