Browsed by
Tag: communications

Mansfield Conditional Use Permit – Update and Additional Information.

Mansfield Conditional Use Permit – Update and Additional Information.

Comments 0 Comment

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 the 601 W. Mansfield Conditional Use Permit. This permit would allow a new convenience store in the 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 decision stated: “Staff received 76 public comments on the proposal: six during…

Read More Read More

601 W. Mansfield – Opposition Form Letter

601 W. Mansfield – Opposition Form Letter

Thank you for your willingness to share your feedback on the proposed “Grocery” store on 601 W. Mansfield. Below you will find a sample letter to help you in reaching out to elected officials and Spokane City Planning staff. Feel free to edit or adjust your letter to highlight your own concerns and align with your opinions on the matter. For a comprehensive list of concerns, please reference OPPOSITION: 601 W. Mansfield PLEASE NOTE: Comments are DUE by 5/15/24 (This…

Read More Read More

Emerson-Garfield Upcoming Events

Emerson-Garfield Upcoming Events

Did you know that there are SO many opportunities to join Emerson-Garfield Neighborhood throughout the year? Community members can take part in the Spring Clean Up event, pick up some tasty, locally-grown produce at the Emerson-Garfield Farmers’ Market, or join us at any of our monthly council meetings.A lot of information is available here on our website, so please take a look around! You can even sign up and subscribe to receive updates for easy delivery of new information from…

Read More Read More

Spokane Public Schools Levy – Feedback Requested

Spokane Public Schools Levy – Feedback Requested

A representative from Spokane Public Schools (SPS) attended our December 2023 EGNC meeting to present information about the replacement levy and bonds which were on the February special election ballot. SPS is now requesting levy and bond feedback. From SPS: Thank you for hosting a presentation on the bond and levy in the leadup to the Feb., 13 special election. Spokane Public Schools is grateful for your time, and we appreciate the insights you shared. We’re also grateful to voters…

Read More Read More

Spokane City Logo
City Council Seeks Input on Former Library in East Central

City Council Seeks Input on Former Library in East Central

In October, Spokane Public Library relocated to its new Liberty Park branch a few blocks away, leaving the 6,000 square foot city-owned former East Side Library vacant. A few proposals have been submitted to City Council for use of the space, however, Councilmembers want to ensure a thorough community engagement process as to what the community believes is the best use for the building. As part of a comprehensive public engagement effort, Spokane City Council is looking for community input…

Read More Read More