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STA Proposed Fare Change – Feedback Requested

STA Proposed Fare Change – Feedback Requested

Spokane Transit Authority is now taking public feedback on proposed changes to the current fare policy. First and foremost, the proposal does not include a fare increase. Rather, the draft policy intends to expand transit discount program eligibility to thousands more people throughout the region, as well as introduce a new approach to collecting fares called “fare capping.” This short video explains fare capping, which is intended to address current fare inequities and reduces financial barriers to transit by eliminating the…

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Last Chance for 2021 Disposal Passes

Last Chance for 2021 Disposal Passes

The 2021 Disposal Pass Program is winding down for the year. You have until this upcoming Sunday, October 31 to request a disposal pass online (Valid Nov 1-30). For folks who do not have computer access or miss the Oct 31st deadline, there will be a limited number of paper disposal passes at the C.O.P.S. locations in addition to the MySpokane Desk on the 1st floor of City Hall. Picking up Paper Passes: Residents will need to confirm the hours of each C.O.P.S. location…

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American Rescue Plan Forum – Tuesday, September 28, 2021

American Rescue Plan Forum – Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Mayor Nadine Woodward and Council President Breean Beggs will host a virtual community forum to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding process. This public engagement invites community feedback about funding priorities. This moderated session is open for public testimony.   Tuesday, September 255:30-7:00 pm Watch Live Sept. 28 @ 5:30 p.m. or on the City Council’s Facebook page. Sign-up now for open forumCloses Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 5:30 p.m. Speaker Sign-Up Please contact Hannahlee Allers if you have technical issues or are unable to sign up.

2021 Neighborhood Clean-Up Program

2021 Neighborhood Clean-Up Program

City of Spokane residents may request a $25 Disposal Pass to be used at the Waste to Energy Facility (2900 S Geiger). The program will last until program funding is expended or November 30, whichever occurs soonest. These Disposal Passes are designed to help residents in the City of Spokane remove extra waste. Read important details about the Disposal Pass Program. View the Waste Disposal Guide. Instructions to obtain a pass Residents with access to a computer or smartphone: Create…

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AmeriCorps Opportunities

AmeriCorps Opportunities

Gabby Ryan, our neighborhood staff liaison, wanted to share this opportunity for community members to serve in the Spokane County United Way’s AmeriCorps VISTA Program. She stated in her email: It’s often described as the domestic Peace Corps, and allows for folks to do intentional and impactful community-based work. Being an AmeriCorps VISTA was what allowed for me to begin my work in the Spokane community, as I served as the AmeriCorps VISTA in Eastern Washington University’s Office of Community…

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