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Several Headlines of Note

Several Headlines of Note

The city just issued several press releases that are of particular interest to Emerson-Garfield residents and businesses: Spokane City Council Unanimously Approves Coal Train Resolution This was a significant topic of discussion when councilman Steve Salvatori spoke at the June 13 EGNC meeting. Spokane could see up to 50 additional open-topped coal trains per day, creating dust, exhaust, noise, and halting traffic. Traffic Calming Projects to Be Built Using Red Light Camera Dollars Some of this money is funding new…

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Corbin Park Swing Set Proposal

Corbin Park Swing Set Proposal

We received the following e-mail from Garrett Jones at the City of Spokane Parks & Recreation department: The City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department Operations Division is looking at updating a number of swing sets in the park system. One of our highest priorities is addressing the swing structure at Corbin Park. Our proposal is to replace the existing swings next to the tennis courts and replace them with a two bay (four swings total) arch swing structure. We would…

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E-G Neighborhood Surveys Now Online

E-G Neighborhood Surveys Now Online

Two new neighborhood surveys are now online and ready for your input. One deals with general neighborhood issues, identity, and improvements. The other focuses specifically on shopping and small businesses in Emerson-Garfield. Residents of Emerson-Garfield as well as neighborhood business and property owners are encouraged to fill out both surveys. Your input is essential and will help influence the decisions that are made regarding future funding, planning, and development. Click here to go to the neighborhood survey. Click here to…

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