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• Matt Shea to seek third term in state House

  April 26, 2012 in City on Page A6 Spokane Valley Republican Matt Shea will seek a third term in the state House of Representatives, not the open seat on the Spokane County Board of Commissioners. Shea had been …

• Outdated city firetrucks getting new assignment

  November 3, 2011 in City on Page A5 Two Spokane firetrucks have been saved from the scrap pile by a decision to donate them to volunteer fire departments in Guatemala. The 1977 pumpers manufactured by American LaFrance haven’t … 8

• District 1 race draws outspoken council critics

  October 20, 2011 in City on Page A1 After a packed, six-way primary, voters in northeast Spokane have two unconventional choices to fill the Spokane City Council seat that will be vacated at the end of the year … 14

• Board awaits vote on liquor sign rule

  October 9, 2011 in City on Page B3 The Spokane City Council could vote Monday on whether the city should regulate the number of alcohol signs liquor licensees can have that are visible from the street. In April … 2

• Nicks set to retire as chief steps down

  September 14, 2011 in City on Page A1 The Spokane Police Department’s top two officers are on their way out, leaving city officials to find new leadership as they struggle with the continuing legal fallout surrounding the death … 29

• Mayor promises review of Zehm case

  September 10, 2011 in City on Page A1 A hastily arranged briefing by Spokane Mayor Mary Verner on Friday announcing her desire for a complete internal and external review of the Otto Zehm controversy turned into a platform … 39

• ‘Bill of Rights’ to be on ballot

  August 2, 2011 in City on Page A6 Spokane voters will be asked again this fall whether they want to add a “Community Bill of Rights” to the City Charter. The Spokane City Council voted unanimously to place …

• Police ombudsman rules downgraded

  July 13, 2011 in City on Page A1 An arbitrator this week revoked a law that strengthened Spokane’s police ombudsman powers because the city did not consult the Spokane Police Guild before it was approved last year. The … 26

• City Hall to add security guard

  May 27, 2011 in City on Page A5 Spokane City Hall will be watched by at least one security guard 11 hours a day starting next month. The decision, officials say, is the result of a few incidents … 27

• City pays $300,000 to settle PCB claim

  April 19, 2011 in City on Page A7 Spokane’s wastewater department will spend more than $300,000 to settle a claim alleging that dangerous chemicals were released into the Spokane River through city storm drains. Most of the money … 4

• Tab tax returns to council agenda

    January 26, 2011 in City on Page A1 A Spokane City Council vote two weeks ago rejecting a $20 annual vehicle tax appears to be only a bump in the road for supporters of the new fee. Council … 30

• Waste system reorganization sought

  December 21, 2010 in City on Page A6 City and county leaders tried this week to buy some time for reorganizing the Spokane Regional Solid Waste System. A committee of member governments voted 5-1 for a stopgap measure … 2

• Deputy fire chief cut stirs furor

  December 19, 2010 in City on Page B1 The Spokane City Council’s decision last week to cut a deputy fire chief position has angered administrators and Mayor Mary Verner. “It was not discussed with me. It was not … 12

• City analysis notes bike route’s potential for snarled traffic

  October 4, 2010 in City on Page A1 Removing a lane for cars in favor of one for bicycles along Second Avenue downtown would cause longer traffic backups during rush hour in at least two locations, Spokane officials … 42

• Spokane City Council extends red light camera law

  September 28, 2010 in City on Page A6 Spokane’s red light cameras will stay in operation at least three more years. The Spokane City Council on Monday voted unanimously to extend the law that authorizes the city to … 13

• ACLU argues city denied rights

    September 23, 2010 in City on Page A5 The American Civil Liberties Union says the Spokane city attorney’s office violated the constitutional rights of a local attorney. In a letter to city officials last week, Michael Kipling, an … 8

• Council members send tab tax support to county

  September 22, 2010 in City on Page A12 Creation of an annual vehicle tab tax of $20 appears to be gaining support on the Spokane City Council. A letter signed by six of the seven Spokane City Council … 2

• City agrees to pay $5 million for new software, training

  August 31, 2010 in City on Page A6 Though facing a $12 million shortfall next year, and the likelihood of layoffs, the Spokane City Council voted Monday to spend $5 million for a new software system and the … 3

• Parking tax debate turns to growth

  August 21, 2010 in City on Page B1 It could cost more to park in private lots in central Spokane if city leaders get behind ideas to tax downtown lots. The parking tax concept is in flux, with … 3

• Apple disputes allegations of unpaid bills

  August 12, 2010 in City on Page A9 A Spokane Valley roofing business is accusing legislative candidate and Spokane City Councilman Bob Apple of not paying for nearly $9,000 in supplies. But Apple says it’s really Systems Roofers … 1

• Permitting perils sink Muzzy Mansion dream

  August 11, 2010 in City on Page A5 When Mike Schultz and Steven Sanford first laid eyes on the Muzzy Mansion, “it just sang to us,” Schultz said. Now, after more than three years, $70,000 in expenses and … 18

• License plate tab fee won’t be on ballot

  August 10, 2010 in City on Page A5 Even though a new $20 tax on license plate tabs got pulled off the agenda Monday by the Spokane City Council, city leaders said they expect to bring it back … 5

• Spokane City Council mixed on proposed tab fees

  August 9, 2010 in City on Page A1 Facing daunting shortfalls in revenue, the Spokane City Council will discuss tonight instituting a tax on vehicle license tabs. Councilman Bob Apple said he will bring a proposal forward for … 22

• Retirement creates opportunity in 3rd

    July 31, 2010 in City on Page A8 Speculation that Rep. Alex Wood might retire after more than a decade representing central Spokane in the state House of Representatives sparked vast interest in the seat among Democrats. After …

• 3rd Legislative District, Position 1

    July 31, 2010 in City on Page A8 Personal: 54, Democrat. Born in Spokane. Single. No children. Education: Graduated from Ferris High School in 1975.

• Retirement creates opportunity in 3rd

  July 20, 2010 in City on Page A7 Speculation that Rep. Alex Wood might retire after more than a decade representing central Spokane in the state House of Representatives sparked vast interest in the seat among Democrats. After …

• Council votes to retain elevator inspections

  July 20, 2010 in City on Page A5 Spokane will keep its elevator inspection program rather than turn it over to the state. The Spokane City Council on Monday voted 5-2 to more than double inspection fees to … 4

• 3rd Legislative District (Position 1) candidates, issues

  July 20, 2010 in City on Page A7 Personal: 54, Democrat. Born in Spokane. Single. No children. Education: Graduated from Ferris High School in 1975. 1

• Council to consider plan for stronger ombudsman

    May 23, 2010 in City on Page B1 An effort to expand the powers of the city of Spokane’s police ombudsman may go before the City Council on Monday night. The proposed ordinance would allow Ombudsman Tim Burns … 20

• Council votes to look into ‘complete streets’

  April 6, 2010 in City on Page A5 Bike lanes, improved sidewalks and other transportation amenities will get a renewed focus in the city of Spokane. The Spokane City Council agreed Monday to direct city workers to “identify … 10

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