• The Problem with Parking

  By Andrew Rolwes Vice President of Public Policy & Parking, Downtown Spokane Partnership Parking in dense urban areas is always a challenging subject. There’s never enough of it, and it’s... Read more »

• Leveraging the Opportunities of Tax Increment Financing

  By Roy Koegen 2021 DSP Board Chair Partner, Kutak Rock LLP Recent developments in Tax Increment Financing in the state of Washington present an important economic development financing tool in... Read more »

• Taking the Leap

  By Dave Black NAI Black Business Manager/CEO Apartment management is a big part of our business. Our firm, Black Realty Management Inc., manages about 3,500 residential units in addition to... Read more »

• A Blooming Workforce

  By Mark Mattke CEO of Spokane Workforce Council Downtown Spokane is the economic and cultural epicenter of the Inland Northwest. The downtown economy is centered around growing sectors that include... Read more »

• Programming Strong Communities

  By Amy Lindsey Programming and Marketing Manager, City of Spokane As Riverfront Park’s $64 million redevelopment project comes to a close and the pandemic nears our rear-view mirror, there’s a... Read more »

• The Impact of Sports in Spokane

  By Eric Sawyer President/CEO, Spokane Sports Sports tourism occupies a unique position in economic development strategies across America. Thanks to a coordinated effort between government and private industry, Spokane has... Read more »

• On Street Parking updates effect on downtown

  As part of the on-going implementation of the Downtown Parking Plan which will result in better-managed, more efficient parking system, the City Council voted on Monday, May 17, 2021 to... Read more »

• It’s a New Season in the University District

  By Lars Gilberts Spokane University District CEO The heart of Spokane is growing. This past year has tested us and inspired us to look out for one another. Not only... Read more »

• Downtown Cultural Event Grant Accepting Applications for 2021-2022

  Downtown Spokane is seeking applications from nonprofit organizations or groups for grant funding to support events that honor the history and traditions of our city’s diverse communities, amplifying and celebrating... Read more »

• 2020 Didn’t Shake Us

  By Gary Ballew Vice President of Economic Development Greater Spokane Incorporated Many people ask me about Spokane’s economic future as we come out of the pandemic. While my crystal ball... Read more »

• Your Petite Serendipity Awaits

  By Brandon Rapez-Betty Spokane Transit Authority Communications & Customer Service Director Some of the best life advice is to enjoy the small things, of which I lump those cool moments... Read more »

• Creativity Will Power Spokane’s Economic Recovery

  By Melissa Huggins Executive Director, Spokane Arts Arts, culture and creativity comprise the heart of our city in myriad ways. They gather communities, build social cohesion, and power our economy... Read more »

• Zipline moves forward at moderate pace

  First conceived as a potential attraction in the redevelopment of Riverfront Park, a zipline soaring over the river in the heart of Spokane has been slowly inching its way from... Read more »

• Advertise in the 2021 Downtown Magazine

  A quarter century ago, downtown Spokane looked a little different. Over the past 25 years, through vision, planning and effort, billions of dollars have been invested in the heart of... Read more »

• Why a Downtown Stadium Is the Right Choice for Spokane

  What seemed a missed opportunity is now one step closer to becoming a reality. The Downtown Spokane Partnership announced on March 2, 2021, a comprehensive proposal for consideration by the... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Announces New Proposal for Downtown Stadium

  Partnership with United Soccer League presents visionary opportunity for sporting and special events in Spokane An exciting new partnership opportunity has leaders in Spokane revisiting the possibility of a stadium... Read more »

• Childcare Needs Assessment

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership is conducting a survey in concert with area child care providers to determine the childcare needs of our downtown businesses. Please take a moment to provide... Read more »

• Downtown is One of a Kind

  At the heart of our community sits the convergence of creativity and ingenuity. Unlike any other place in the world, downtown Spokane is One of a Kind, thanks to the... Read more »

• Future hinges on success of holiday season

  Black Friday has been a universal unofficial holiday in the United States since the mid 20th Century. The day when the balance-sheet turns from red to black. Making the backbreaking... Read more »

• The Downtown Spokane Partnership and Business Improvement District partner to deliver County Grant for hard-hit hospitality and restaurant businesses

  On Monday, October 26, the Spokane Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the allocation of up to $10.8 million of CARES Act funding for a grant program to support local... Read more »

• QR Codes Find Renewed Utility by Businesses Amid Phased Reopening

  Remember these? QR codes have been around since the mid 1990’s, but are seeing a big comeback as businesses everywhere have had to find innovative ways to engage with customers... Read more »

• DOWNTOWN SPOKANE SPREADS KINDNESS DURING PHASE 2

  As part of a regionwide effort to spread Kindness – Not COVID, the Downtown Spokane Partnership is launching several promotions to reward individuals for safely patronizing downtown businesses. Check out... Read more »

• MEDIA RELEASE: Downtown Spokane Partnership Supports Regional Plan for Reopening

  As Spokane prepared to enter into Phase One of Governor Jay Inslee’s phased approach to reopening business in the State of Washington on Monday, Board leadership of the Downtown Spokane... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Begins Wellness Checks to Downtown Businesses

  This week the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) began an outreach effort of “wellness calls” to business owners to assess how it can continue to further support them amid the ongoing... Read more »

• DOWNTOWN SPOKANE NAMES 2020 AWARD RECIPIENTS

  At an Annual Meeting held at the Wonder Building on February 13, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) and Business Improvement District (BID) will celebrate the 2020 recipients of the Downtown... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Announces 2020 Annual Meeting Celebration

  On Thursday February 13, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) presents the 2020 Annual Meeting featuring Keynote Speaker, Mick Cornett. Former four-term Mayor of Oklahoma City and co-author of The Next... Read more »

• Now Hiring: Business Relations Coordinator

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership is seeking applications for a Business Relations Coordinator. Business Relations Coordinator Support the Marketing and Programming Director in communicating and delivering on the attributes, resources and... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane selects contract manager for Downtown Plan

  After a deliberate and detailed selection process, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) has signed a contract with Seattle-based firm, Framework, to update Spokane’s Downtown Plan. The original Downtown Plan was... Read more »

• Downtown Business Improvement District CPTED Rebate Announced

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership on Friday, July 5, released an application for a rebate program available to properties within the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District (BID) for exterior property improvements... Read more »

• Vaulting into better sidewalks

  Originally used for deliveries, utilities, or as extra space for building basements, vaults located directly below many of downtown Spokane’s sidewalks have been getting a face lift this spring. Sidewalks... Read more »