Warmest wishes from the EGNC, we hope that all enjoyed a wonderful holiday season and that the start of 2025 has been going well. š We often skip a meeting in January, but we will be holding a meeting this month. The EGNC meeting will be this Wednesday, January 8, 6:00 PM, at the Corbin Senior Center (827 W Cleveland Ave, Spokane, WA 99205) and also via Zoom. As there is no crucial business on the agenda, this will be…
As was mentioned in the last EGNC meeting, there is currently an open position for a Transportation Commission Liaison. More information below, from Annie Deasy, City of Spokane staff liaison to the Liaison Committee.
Help STA shape the future of public transit in the region by taking a survey to decide the final package of initiatives for Connect 2035’s 10-year strategic plan. ACT NOW ~ The survey will be open until Monday, September 30, 2024. Survey link: https://www.spokanetransit.com/survey2035
EGNC would like to share the information below with the Emerson/Garfield community. From the Spokane Regional Transportation Council – In partnership with Spokane County and Commute Smart Northwest, SRTC is currently updating the regionāsĀ Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Plan. The CTR program is intended to help reduce drive-alone trips throughout the region and encourages the use of alternative transportation options such as public transit, biking, walking, and teleworking options. As part of this effort, we wanted to invite you to our…
In May, the council approved a motion to write and submit a letter of opposition from the EGNC to the Spokane City Planning staff regarding theĀ 601 W. Mansfield Conditional Use Permit. This permit would allow a new convenience store in theĀ interior of the Emerson Garfield neighborhood. Many neighbors also submitted comments indicating opposition independently. City staff provided notice of approval of the Conditional Use Permit on 7/9/24. In part, the decisionĀ stated:Ā “Staff received 76 public comments on the proposal: six during…