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Mayor’s Housing Quality Task Force Survey

Mayor’s Housing Quality Task Force Survey

An effort is underway to improve access to quality housing in Spokane. The Mayor’s Housing Quality Task Force (HQT) has begun meeting to align City investments, resources and policies to support safe, quality housing in mixed-income neighborhoods. The HQT is looking for feedback from the public assist in this process. Stay up to date with the HQT’s progress on the project page. Have ideas you think will help in your neighborhood or city-wide? Take the survey here: http://bit.ly/22MUtvU

Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs

Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs

The Fulcrum Institute‘s Ash Street Workforce Training Station (1925 N Ash) here in Emerson-Garfield is offering another valuable series of construction pre-apprenticeship training programs in partnership with the Associated General Contractors. This program is ideal for anyone who is considering a career in the construction industry and wants an opportunity for a head start. The registration fee is just $25.  The course topics include: Career guide to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, HVAC, welding, heavy equipment, ironwork, residential OSHA 10 certification Hand and…

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COHBC Community Garage Sale (June 4)

COHBC Community Garage Sale (June 4)

Christ Our Hope Bible Church (1620 N Monroe) is holding its annual community garage sale on Saturday, June 4. The event will run from 9am to 12pm in the church’s parking lot. In the past there have been a whole range of goods, including clothes, household items, electronics, books and media, and plenty more. Anyone in the community can participate in the event and sell their own items. The cost is free, and COHBC will provide the tables. You’ll also keep the money for whatever you sell….

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Seeking Citizens to Help Define North Monroe Corridor Project

Seeking Citizens to Help Define North Monroe Corridor Project

In an important announcement, the City of Spokane is seeking property and business owners, area residents, and representatives from the Emerson-Garfield, North Hill, West Central, and Riverside neighborhoods to serve on the advisory board that will work with City staff to inform the public and stakeholders about the project and its elements and to help make choices about the final scope of work. Much of the work will be concentrated over the next year. Applications are being accepted through Wednesday,…

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Help Impove Garbage Pickup Routes

Help Impove Garbage Pickup Routes

The City of Spokane’s Solid Waste Collection Department is about to embark on a route optimization study for our garbage, recycling and clean green pickups. Direct input from neighborhood representatives like you could shape the outcome. The purpose of the study and the ensuing route changes is to balance the routes, improve efficiency and implement cost savings without negatively affecting city customers. Some service day changes will be inevitable, therefore they will need your help determining outreach and other efforts….

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