• A new home for a safer downtown

  Contribute to the new downtown Spokane Police Precinct The downtown police precinct is returning to the core, and we need community support to put out the welcome mat. In 2012... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Makes Donation to “Meals on Wheels”

  On Wednesday May 6, staff from the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) traveled to Mid-City Concerns senior center to deliver a donation to Meals on Wheels Spokane. The DSP staff held... 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 »

• Clean and Safe Teams Continue Patrols Amid “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Order

  Clean and Safe Teams Continue Patrols Amid “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Order While the streets of downtown have emptied significantly since the “stay home, stay safe” order went into effect,... Read more »

• From the Downtown Police Captain

  Dear BID Ratepayers, residents and friends of downtown: On behalf of the officers of the Downtown Spokane Police Precinct, I am writing to provide a report on crime downtown in... Read more »

• Keeping an Eye on Downtown

  Keeping an Eye on Downtown Spokane Safety Team Ambassadors Alert Local Business of Break-In Incident The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) is committed to the vitality of downtown Spokane through its... Read more »

• How is Downtown responding to COVID 19?

  Dear Downtown Business: Because downtown Spokane serves as a place for all people to live work and recreate, our teams come into contact with diverse populations on a day to... Read more »

• Downtown Police Precinct Relocating to Central Core

  Mayor Nadine Woodward announced on February 24 that the Downtown Police Precinct will be relocating to a larger, more central location in the the heart of downtown Spokane. Downtown Spokane Partnership... Read more »

• Clean Team members wanted

  The downtown Spokane Business Improvement District is seeking applications for employees on the downtown Clean Team. The Clean Team provides cleaning and beautification services throughout the Downtown Business Improvement District... Read more »

• Following the Trends

  The downtown Business Improvement District and the Spokane Police Department (SPD) remind property and business owners to report all crimes to the SPD. Documenting criminal activity helps identify trends and... 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 »

• Building Bridges

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership would like to encourage members and downtown supporters to consider direct financial involvement into two specific programs that align with the DSP’s mission of a safe... 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 »

• 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 »

• 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 »

• City of Spokane Leads Lobbying Efforts on Successful Senate Bill 5492

  On Monday, April 29, Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed into law an important bill that aims to combat vehicle theft and other automobile-related property crimes by reconstituting a program for... 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 »

• 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 »

• Annual Tree Check

  While concrete, brick, and iron make up the most dominating aesthetic of the urban environment, elements of nature incorporated into the landscape can make a significant impact on the appeal... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Joins Growing List Of Connect Sponsors

  The 8th Annual Homeless Connect will take place Wednesday, January 30th, 2019, from 10AM to 3PM at the Salvation Army Community Center, located at 223 East Nora Avenue in Spokane. The... Read more »

• Shop safe this season

  Each year during the Christmas shopping season, crime increases. The holiday hustle and bustle is an exciting time of year, with so much happening in downtown Spokane it can be... 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 »

• 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 »

• Safety tips from SPD

  Neighborhood safety takes a community effort. Join with the Spokane Police Department (SPD) in an effort for a safer Spokane and a safer downtown. Getting involved is easy. It’s as... Read more »

• Collaboration and Communication

  In Downtown Spokane, Ambassadors work closely with security agencies and the Spokane Police Department to serve as additional eyes on the ground. Keeping downtown safe is a collaborative effort that... Read more »

• Clean Team takes pride in downtown all year long

  It’s 8am on Monday morning and Downtown Spokane Clean Team Lead, Natalie Love, has already covered four city blocks, erasing the debris and leftover food containers from a rowdy downtown... Read more »

• The art we want

  Brightly colored lettering covering large exterior wall is often an indicator that you’re in an urban environment. Graffiti artists and muralists can enhance the aesthetic, create visual interest, and show... Read more »

• Get dirty for downtown

  Spring has arrived in downtown Spokane, and the community is invited to get outside between April 16 and April 20 to help make our city center shine. Participate Individually All... Read more »