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<p><span style='font-size:16px;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:black;'>Engage Spokane is an online community space to share ideas, offer input on policy and planning, and have your voice heard to help shape our City&#39;s future. Spokane has an extensive history and tradition of working with citizens to ensure that the public&#39;s values are expressed through planning documents, policies, and regulations that provide a vision of a vibrant and balanced community.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style='font-size:16px;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:black;'>The City of Spokane Long Range Planning is responsible for researching, analyzing, and working with the public, City departments, and regional and state partners on land use, transportation, housing, and economic development, among other focus areas. Learn more about current and past projects, provide feedback, and stay engaged by exploring the below pages.&nbsp;</span></p>

Welcome to Engage Spokane

<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The ongoing PlanSpokane 2046 Periodic Update is the first substantial update to the Comprehensive Plan since 2001, providing the City of Spokane the opportunity to reevaluate the vision of this important document. The vision sets the stage for the future that the Comprehensive Plan&rsquo;s policies and goals work towards. Over 300 community members provided insightful feedback during an engagement campaign to help identify that future vision for Spokane&#39;s next 20 years.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Feedback received during the Vision Board, Community Visioning Workshop Series, Community Visioning Survey, and Spring Market Visioning are documented in the <a href="https://static.spokanecity.org/documents/planspokane/planspokane-community-visioning-engagement-summary.pdf" target="_blank">Visioning Community Engagement Summary</a> and will help inform future work towards the PlanSpokane 2046 update to the Comprehensive Plan.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Stay tuned</strong> for more opportunities to get involved as we continue this important journey together!</span></p><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>What is the Periodic Update?</strong></span></h2><table class="noBorder" style="width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 41.9718%; vertical-align: middle;"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/0dce4c2715a2867357ee5bb9ea71a40601c80efe/original/1736195079/bc73dd02a190757ff2b155b9873051d8_A_%E2%80%9Cperiodic_update%E2%80%9D_is_the_state%E2%80%99s_term_for_a_full_review_of_the_Comprehensive_Plan_to_make_sure_its%E2%80%99_in_conformance_with_any_legislative_change_to_state_law..png?1736195079" style="width: 260px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="A &quot;periodic update&quot; is the state's term for a full review of the Comprehensive Plan to make sure it's in conformance with any legislative change to state law. "></td><td style="width: 58.0282%; vertical-align: top;"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The City of Spokane is commencing a periodic update to the City&rsquo;s Comprehensive Plan as required by the <a href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/serving-communities/growth-management/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Growth Management Act (GMA)</a>. Since the last periodic update, which occurred in 2017, state law has added additional considerations especially around Climate Planning and Planning for Housing for all income levels that need to be added to the City&rsquo;s plan.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Due in June 2026, the periodic update will identify policies and future regulations to guide the next 20 years of our city. This update provides us with the opportunity to identify the community&#39;s vision for Spokane now and into 2046.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">To find that vision, the periodic update will include robust community outreach and engagement around climate, housing, economic development, land use, transportation, and much more. <strong>Keep an eye out for engagement opportunities throughout 2025 and 2026.</strong></span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://sandbox.spokanecity.org/shapingspokane/comprehensive-plan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">View the current Comprehensive Plan.</span></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><table class="noBorder" style="width: 96%; margin-left: calc(4%);"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="2" style="width: 12.3938%;"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/3a9d012a02a18ded13040d1badcac3e31f18343c/original/1735061436/c0e41aca71c68e49761f9a23fddafe7f_Climate_Icons.JPG?1735061436" style="width: 92px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Icon of a hand holding the earth. "></td><td style="width: 87.4983%; vertical-align: top;"><h2><strong>Climate Planning</strong></h2></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 87.4983%; vertical-align: top;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">As part of this periodic update, the City of Spokane is working on integrating climate and resiliency planning into the Comprehensive Plan, as directed by <a href="https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Session%20Laws/House/1181-S2.SL.pdf?q=20230615091639" target="_blank">HB 1181</a> and with funding from Washington&rsquo;s Climate Commitment Act. <a href="https://engage.spokane.gov/climate-and-resiliency-planning" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more and provide feedback at the Engage Spokane Climate Planning page</a>.</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><p><br></p><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Get Involved Today</strong></span></h2><ul><li><h3><strong>Engage Spokane Activities </strong><br><span style="font-size: 14px;">View and provide feedback in the Ideas tab below when an engagement opportunity is available. </span></h3></li><li><h3><strong>News &amp; Updates</strong><br><span style="font-size: 14px;">As the project moves through engagement and development in the 2024, 2025 and 2026, updates will be issued through the PlanSpokane newsletter to those on our <a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/uPeFNhR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">contact list</a>.</span></h3></li><li><h3><strong>Questions &amp; Comments</strong><br><span style="font-size: 14px;">Do you have a question about the project? Want to ask for more details or have a suggestion for possible solutions? Contact the project team at <a href="mailto:PlanSpokane@spokanecity.org">PlanSpokane@spokanecity.org</a> or <a href="tel:509-625-6500">509.625.6500</a>. You can also learn more about the project at <a href="//PlanSpokane.org">PlanSpokane.org</a>. </span></h3></li><li><h3><strong>Other Planning Efforts </strong><br><span style="font-size: 14px;">Learn more about other ongoing projects seeking public input at the <a href="https://engage.spokane.gov/hub-page/planning-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Planning and Economic Development Engage Spokane Hub</a>.</span></h3></li></ul>

PlanSpokane Periodic Update

<p style="text-align: justify;">The City of Spokane is embarking on a transformative journey to support community resiliency to growing climate hazards. As part of this effort, we&#39;re undertaking a major update to our Comprehensive Plan, a foundational document guiding the city&#39;s growth and development. This update, mandated by the Washington State Growth Management Act and due in 2026, presents a unique opportunity to integrate climate considerations into every aspect of our city&#39;s future.</p><hr><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Why Does it Matter?</strong></span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;">Climate hazards affect everyone, regardless of age, background, or socioeconomic status. By proactively addressing climate risks and vulnerabilities, we can:</p><div class="Section"><table class="noBorder" style="width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 10.6736%;"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/5a32874c57440c1cb7e025fcb977abda9ba0b343/original/1725466390/de092b99323e0317641be2fc50d5ea39_people.png?1725466390" style="width: 75px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" alt="Graphic representing a group of people. "></td><td style="width: 89.3264%;"><h3><strong>Protect Our Community</strong></h3><div style="text-align: justify;">Climate-resilient infrastructure and policies can help mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events, reduce risks to public health, and safeguard our homes and businesses for our collective wellbeing.</div></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 10.6736%;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/359a0c923025137d7ab98526f8df2c41aa4ad534/original/1725466412/9b7b32e861d1d1599474d72bdc48b0f6_green-earth.png?1725466412" style="width: 75px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" alt="Graphic representing the earth with a plant sprout."></div></td><td style="width: 89.3264%;"><h3><strong>Preserve Our Environment</strong></h3><div style="text-align: justify;">By reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable practices, we can protect our natural resources, safeguard biodiversity, and preserve the beauty of our region for future generations.</div></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 10.6736%;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/6ce5167542cc35e86df7b0a76e13a9d1a2793451/original/1725466439/da8fb1c1e24968fffaf3ed3d68b3291f_heart.png?1725466439" style="width: 75px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" alt="Graphic representing a handshake in the shape of a heart. "></div></td><td style="width: 89.3264%;"><h3><strong>Promote Equity and Justice</strong></h3><div style="text-align: justify;">Climate hazards disproportionately impact vulnerable communities, exacerbating existing inequalities and injustices. By centering equity in our climate planning efforts, we can ensure that all residents have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.</div></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2><strong>How Can You Help? </strong></h2><table class="noBorder" style="width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="width: 25.6849%;"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/8b7ead6ab44f44e67a5348f347773736ec9ef7fb/original/1727822065/de1861036a50996cea916c368889999c_Here_we_go__to_2036!_%281%29.png?1727822065" style="width: 256px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Scout the Marmot mascot saying &quot;We want to hear from you!&quot;"></td><td style="width: 74.2371%; vertical-align: top;"><ul><li><strong>Stay Informed:</strong> Follow us on social media and <a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/uPeFNhR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sign up for email updates</a> to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in our climate planning efforts. Knowledge is power, and your engagement helps drive positive change.</li><li><strong>Attend Events:</strong> Look out for upcoming community workshops and events throughout 2024 and 2025 to chat, share information, and hear your thoughts on climate planning.</li><li><strong>Share Your Voice:</strong> Your input is crucial in shaping our city&#39;s response to growing climate hazards. Join us for community workshops, town hall meetings, and online surveys to share your ideas, concerns, and priorities.</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>

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