• Vested Interest

  Dan Hall starts his morning route in downtown at 7:00 a.m. rousing sleeping individuals from storefronts and doorways so that it’s business as usual by the time shopkeepers arrive to... 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 »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership, Arbor Day Foundation Partner with BNSF Railway Foundation to Revitalize Downtown Planters

  On May 23, BNSF employees will join the Arbor Day Foundation and the Downtown Spokane Partnership to green the community’s downtown area. The planting sites are a group of six... Read more »

• HELLO DOWNTOWN – MAY 2019

  Downtown Spokane has teamed-up with Spokane Talks to introduce you to new people, places, and things in downtown every month. In this episode we say hello to all things beer.... Read more »

• May First Friday

  Join us in downtown Spokane for First Friday. This month 30 venues are participating in the monthly art walk. Most venues open from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. For a full... Read more »

• Hello Downtown – April 2019

  Downtown Spokane has teamed-up with Spokane Talks to introduce you to new people, places, and things in downtown every month. In this episode we say hello to the downtown Clean... Read more »

• Parking Study Findings

  In late 2018, The City of Spokane commissioned a Parking Study to evaluate the existing parking system. Results of the study were released in March of 2019. What are some... Read more »

• Get Dirty for Downtown

  Spring has arrived in downtown Spokane, and the community is invited to get outside between April 22 and April 26 to help make our city center shine. Participate individually All... Read more »

• The Pulse – March

  Downtown Spokane Vice President of Parking and Public Policy, Andrew Rolwes, sat down with Spokane Talks Radio on the March 13 edition of The Pulse to chat about what’s interesting... Read more »

• Urban Experience Update

  On behalf of the Downtown Spokane Partnership, Vice President of Public Policy and Parking, Andrew Rolwes, attends the monthly Urban Experience Committee (UEC) of the Spokane City Council. See the monthly... Read more »

• Dialog Recap | Homelessness and Safety

  On December 4, 2018, a panel of local service, policing, and business representatives, moderated by KHQ’s Sean Owsley, engaged in a roundtable about the efforts taking place to address complex... Read more »

• The Jewel Box Salon – where your outer and inner beauty both shine

  Julie Connolly – owner and stylist at downtown Spokane’s newest hair and beauty salon, The Jewel Box Salon – believes inner beauty is the most precious part of you. “We... Read more »

• Editorial: Finding a better solution

  Homicides are a very rare occurrence in downtown Spokane, but even one is way too many. In recent weeks we cannot help but wonder if individuals would be alive today... Read more »

• Snow Plan updates for 2018/2019

  The City of Spokane is fortunate to experience each and every season.  In winter, that means we must make preparations to manage snow and ice on our streets and sidewalks.... Read more »

• Cochinito – Where street tacos and fine dining meet

  Travis Dickinson – Head Chef and Manager for downtown Spokane Taqueria, Cochinito – and his partner, Justin Curtis, knew that Spokane’s foodie scene was hankering for classic street tacos with... Read more »

• Snow Preparation and Information

  It’s time to begin preparing for cooler weather, snow, and ice. Our Clean Team have highlighted items and resources you can use while planning your snow removal strategy for the... Read more »

• Camera and Light Survey

  One of the most important tasks of your Business Improvement District (BID) is to do everything we possibly can to assist in keeping downtown safe and inviting for your employees,... Read more »

• HOMESTREET BANK CELEBRATES OFFICIAL OPENING IN DOWNTOWN SPOKANE

  The Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District is excited to announce that HomeStreet Bank will be celebrating the official opening of its newest location in downtown Spokane on Wednesday March 21... Read more »

• 2017 Ratepayer Survey

  To better serve Ratepayers and plan for the future, your downtown staff request that Ratepayers complete a short survey about the downtown environment. Individuals who complete the survey by September... Read more »