Official DSP Statement:

After careful consideration about fiscal priorities and timing, the DSP Board voted to oppose Proposition 1 on the August 2026 ballot. Our position is not a reflection of the value of public transit, or the quality of the services Spokane Transit Authority (STA) provides. Rather, our position reflects the reality that taxpayers are being asked to fund a growing number of important public needs at a time when available resources are limited. In this environment, difficult choices must be made about which investments should take precedence.

Consistent feedback from DSP members and the broader community indicates that the community’s highest priorities remain focused on addressing urgent public needs that affect safety, economic vitality, and quality of life. The DSP believes those priorities should remain the primary focus of new public revenue commitments at this time.

A reliable public transportation system remains important, and the DSP remains committed to working with STA and our public partners to support this system while advocating for responsible fiscal stewardship and investment in the issues our stakeholders have identified as most critical.

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