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Month: June 2014

Materials for the June 11 EGNC Meeting

Materials for the June 11 EGNC Meeting

The Emerson-Garfield Neighborhood Council meets this Wednesday, June 11 at 7pm in the Corbin Senior Center (827 W Cleveland).

If you’ve been meaning to come to a neighborhood council meeting, make it this one. There’s not a ton on the agenda, so it’ll be short, but what is on the agenda consists of things like concerts, parties, and potlucks, so it’ll certainly be sweet. Anyone with an interest in Emerson-Garfield is welcome to attend.

SPD Ombudsman Tim Burns will be giving his annual report on police complaints (including, we suppose, the shooting at Maple/Grace), and Ben Covino of the Lands Council will be giving some advance warning to summertime fishermen and -women regarding river toxins in fish.

We’ll also be discussing a potentially larger role for Project Hope in the Emerson-Garfield Farmers’ Market, the presentation of the Neighborhood Plan on June 12, the status of the Concert in the Park/Summer Parkways collaboration, and the neighborhood-wide August potluck in Emerson Park. Whether or not the EGNC will take a break from meeting in July will also be determined.

Save a tree and download the June 11 meeting materials as PDFs here:

Photos from the 2014 E-G Farmers’ Market Season Opening

Photos from the 2014 E-G Farmers’ Market Season Opening

Anne of The Father’s Table.
Joe Bollman has garden plants like roses and honeysuckle
The YMCA teen program has lots of annuals and plant starts
You can always get a bite to eat at Shameless Sausages
Bev chats with a patron
Eileen of Hope’s Treasure Chest has lots of plant starts
Kids dance to Spokaloo
Here’s what you’re missing
Bryant of Spokaloo
The Farm Yard has a picture-perfect spread
Bev’s honey is always tasty
Another satisfied customer
Tim of The Farm Yard
Radishes are like candy!
Mary has tiny storage boxes, picture frames and even trick wallets
Vinegar Flats always has lots on offer
Simply Sweets with handmade brittle and baklava
Stacy of Petunia’s Marketplace.
Jim Howell shows off his sauces.
Beauty queens in front of Orange Thyme
The Scone Ranger’s scones are a hit
Everything’s gluten free at Gluten Busters
Trinity Catholic School was there to sell tickets to its Cow Plop fundraiser
Eileen of Ramstead Ranch.
Kids make a great sign with sidewalk chalk.
The neighborhood where it all goes down
Taking a stroll to see what’s on offer
Lauri of Pleasant Prairie farms is thrilled to be here
Buying starts at The Father’s Table
At the Rivertfront Farm booth.
Amanda from the Main Market Co-op shows off their gourmet cheeses.
Project Hope Looking to Hire Lawn Care Supervisor

Project Hope Looking to Hire Lawn Care Supervisor

Project Hope is looking to hire a supervisor for its West Central Lawn Care team starting immediately.

Project Hope logoThe West Central Lawn Care Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of West Central Lawn Care, including supervision of a crew of youth, aged 11-18, in all aspects of a lawn care business. The supervisor will provide all instruction that is necessary to the crew, will know how to operate all the required lawn care equipment, and represent Project Hope Spokane to West Central Lawn Care customers.

A few important notes and requirements:

  • Position orientation begins immediately; position ends October 31
  • 15-20 hours per week, 9-12am weekdays
  • Position pays $10-12/hour, dependent on qualifications and experience
  • Must have bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
  • Must have experience managing, teaching, and leading youth
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Must have a clean driving record

Working conditions are mostly outdoor, with substantial physical labor including the ability to lift up to 60 pounds and maneuver lawn care equipment.

To apply, send your résumé and cover letter to patrick@projecthopespokane.org or mail your application materials to 1428 W. Broadway, Spokane, WA 99201.

Before applying, be sure to view the full job description here (PDF).

Call for a Short-Term Licensing Rep

Call for a Short-Term Licensing Rep

The Community Assembly is looking for a representative to serve on a Short-Term Licensing Committee.

The purpose of the committee is to cogitate and arrive at recommendations for a proposed short-term licensing ordinance. This will affect things like AirBnB rentals.

There will be a total of four meetings:

  • June 4. Introduction to issue, brainstorming
  • Jun 18. Explore and digest what other communities are doing, refine what we want to do in Spokane (e.g., taxes, safety, building)
  • July 2. Review draft ordinance that staff develops, provide feedback
  • July 14. Finalize comments

Anyone interested should contact Jeanette Harras at (509) 487-8280 as soon as possible. Leave your name, phone number, neighborhood council affiliation and e-mail address.