QUICK SUMMARY
Spokane secures millions in state funding to enhance public safety, housing, and behavioral health services. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasizes the importance of this investment in addressing local priorities amid budget challenges.
Spokane secures millions in state funding to enhance public safety, housing, and community development initiatives. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasizes the critical role of this investment in addressing local priorities amid budget challenges. The city allocates $750,000 for renovations of the Spokane Police Department’s training center and $1 million to support the St. John’s Two senior housing project. Council President Betsy Wilkerson praised the collaborative efforts that secured funding for essential projects, including a new crisis relief center and sound mitigation studies. Additional investments include $23 million for operational costs in housing services and $51.7 million to finalize the North Spokane Corridor. These allocations aim to address pressing community needs, such as behavioral health and substance use disorder services. The funding represents a significant commitment to fostering a safer and more supportive environment for Spokane residents. Local officials are optimistic that these investments will yield long-term benefits for the community.