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Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development

Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, aiming for 22,359 new units by 2046. The proposals include establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust Fund and a permit fee deferral program for developers of income-restricted units. These initiatives seek to reduce barriers and improve housing stability for residents.

Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development

Mayor Lisa Brown introduced a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, aligning with the H.O.M.E. Starts Here Plan. The proposals aim to reduce barriers for developers and create more affordable units through various initiatives, including a permit fee deferral program and the establishment of the HEART Fund.

Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development

Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, aiming for 22,359 new units by 2046. Key proposals include establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust Fund and a permit fee deferral program for developers of income-restricted units.

False report of a shooting causes temporary delay at Riverfront Park during 4th of July celebration

A false report of a shooting caused panic at Riverfront Park during the July 4th celebration. Officers quickly determined that no shots were fired and no victims were present, allowing the event to continue after a reverse 911 alert confirmed public safety.

False report of a shooting causes temporary delay at Riverfront Park during 4th of July celebration

A false report of an active shooter disrupted the 4th of July celebration at Riverfront Park shortly after 10 PM. Officers quickly assessed the situation and found no evidence of gunfire or a victim, leading to a chaotic scene as attendees fled. Authorities reassured the public through a reverse 911 text that there was no ongoing threat.

False report of a shooting causes temporary delay at Riverfront Park during 4th of July celebration

A false report of an active shooter caused chaos at Riverfront Park during the July 4th celebration. Officers quickly determined no shots were fired and confirmed there was no threat to public safety. A reverse 911 alert reassured the public, allowing the celebration to resume.

Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development

Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, targeting the creation of 22,359 new units by 2046. The initiative includes measures like establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust Fund and a permit fee deferral program for developers. These changes aim to reduce barriers and increase housing availability for low-to-moderate income residents.

Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development

Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, aligning with the H.O.M.E. Starts Here Plan. The proposals aim to reduce barriers for developers and create new housing units, including establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust (HEART) Fund.

False report of a shooting causes temporary delay at Riverfront Park during 4th of July celebration

A false report of an active shooter caused chaos at Riverfront Park on July 4th, leading to a temporary evacuation during the celebration. Officers confirmed no shots were fired and no victims came forward after an initial altercation. Authorities later reassured the public through a reverse 911 alert that there was no ongoing threat.

Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development

Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing in Spokane, aligning with the H.O.M.E. Starts Here Plan. The proposals aim to reduce barriers for developers, create new funding mechanisms, and streamline the development process to achieve the city's target of 22,359 new housing units by 2046.

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