Greater Spokane Progress

Put on your costume, bring your appetite, warm up your thumbs, and come join us for a text bank on Wed 10/30!

Don't be afraid (even if it's spooky)!

We'll be texting voters about the importance of voting in this election, and urge them to vote NO against a slate of four deceptive and dangerous ballot initiatives – I-2109, I-2117, I-2124, and I-2066.

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"There was one city that had more elected officials on the lineup than any other in the country: Spokane.

'We are big YIMBYs and pro-housing,' Spokane City Council member Zack Zappone told the Zoom group. 'In this last year, we have completely eliminated single-family zoning in our city citywide. This summer, we completely eliminated costly parking mandates.'

Zappone spoke at the event alongside City Council members Kitty Klitzke and Paul Dillon. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown was also scheduled to speak, but had to miss the call because of a last-minute scheduling conflict.

'We are the second biggest city in the state, but — sorry Seattle — we are number one in terms of pro-housing policy,' Dillon told the group. 'Not that it's a competition, but it kind of is.'

(Seattle, one of the bluest cities in America, had zero elected officials speaking at the event.)

As the Spokane politicians spoke, attendees spammed the live chat with supportive messages and 'Ws,' short for 'win.' They described Spokane as 'ON FIRE' and 'based' and 'leading the way in Washington.'".

"In recent years, Spokane has gained a reputation as a pro-housing leader. The city's zoning policies continue to receive attention not just across the state, but even from other parts of the country. While many cities are only now starting to explore the idea of ending single family zoning, Spokane is way ahead of the curve."

How Spokane gained its urbanist reputation In August, more than 30,000 Democrats who support making it easier to build housing gathered online for a "YIMBYs For Harris" Zoom fundraising call. YIMBY...

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‘Our community deserves resources’: Mujeres in Action releases Spanish-language voter pamphlets, bilingual voter information videos coming next week In 2020, about 65% of Latinos in Washington were eligible to vote but didn’t register.

"Washington has had a capital gains tax for nearly three years and since that time it has generated about $1.2 billion to support, among other things, child care and preschool education for those who otherwise couldn’t afford it.

The tax is paid by those who cash in certain investments — mainly stocks and bonds — and net more than $262,000 in 2023 (adjusted up from $250,000 for inflation) from the transaction. It doesn’t affect the sale of a home or farm. Still, about 0.2% of Washingtonians — and about 60% of those are from King County — have paid the tax. "

Here's what The Seattle Times editorial board recommends on Initiative 2109, regarding the capital gains tax | Editorial A "no" vote on Initiative 2109 is a "yes" for Washington families.

KREM 2’s Channing Curtis moderating NAACP candidate forum and town hall Al French and Molly Marshall will face off for county commissioner and Carmela Conroy and Natasha Hill will participate in the town hall discussion.KREM ON S...

This Sunday! Join Governor Inslee and the No on 2117 coalition on October 13!
We’ll be rallying and knocking on doors as we fight to defeat the deceptive and dangerous initiative. While we’re trying to build a better future for Spokane communities, the people behind I-2117 only want to drag us backward.

You can join the fight for better, brighter days ahead and join the No on 2117 coalition in Spokane on October 13 to talk to local community members about why they should vote NO on I-2117.

We will provide a training and campaign materials at the event for all of our attendees. Just bring walking shoes, a water bottle, and a friend! RSVP to join us!
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No tenant evictions or rent increases for landlords not registered with the city? Spokane council to take up proposal next week Under a new proposal up for a Spokane City Council vote next week, tenants could not be evicted or have their rent increased if their landlord is not properly registered.

It’s Official! The Party is 🔥 !
Check out the full lineup schedule for the The BWBV Ballot Party (Better World Better Vote) and make sure you’ve got your ticket! If you haven’t snagged yours yet, don’t worry – grab it now 🎟️ (link in bio).

🗓️ Saturday, October 19, 2024
⏰ 12-9pm
📍 The Chameleon, 1801 W Sunset Blvd, Spokane, WA, United States, Washington

FREE EVENT

Live music 🎶 + Ballot drop-off 🗳️ + Photo booth 📷
21+

Brought to you by Reimagine Spokane and The Chameleon, the BWBV Ballot Party is a free, non-partisan music festival designed to inspire and empower young and BIPOC voters. We're making voting fun and accessible! 🎶 Enjoy live music, connect with local organizations, and learn everything you need to know about registering to vote, updating your registration, or requesting a ballot.

📢 Let’s Get Loud!
Make Your Voice Heard – Vote for a Better World!

🗓️ Important Voting Dates:
October 9: Start checking your mailbox for your ballot!
October 11: Ballot drop boxes open.
November 5: General Election Day

⏰ Ballot boxes close at 8 PM! Make sure your mail-in ballot is postmarked by this date to count!

Why Vote? 🗳️
Boomers’ voting trends often prioritize policies that don’t reflect the needs of younger generations and BIPOC communities. From climate change to wealth inequality, we have the power to make a difference this election season.

Did you know? 🔖
According to 2024 WA State records, Gen-Z and Millennials make up 44% of the voter demographic in Washington! If we all step up and engage in our civic duties, we can create real change for our communities.

Mark your calendars for NAACP 2nd annual Candidate Forum
📅: Tuesday, Oct 15
⏰: 6:00 pm - 8:00pm
📍: Central Library, 3rd Floor

Washington voters will decide whether to restrict government agencies from discouraging natural gas with I-2066 In light of recent regulatory changes that Initiative 2066 backers call a "de facto natural gas ban," Washington voters will be asked whether they want...

Lu Hill: Initiative will line the pockets of the ultra-wealthy at the expense of jobs, schools and our economy By Lu Hill

🥁 🥁 🥁 Presenting our full festival music line up 🎵 !

Join us at The BWBV Ballot Party (Better World Better Vote)! 🌎 ✅

🎟️ Get your FREE tickets at reimaginespokane.us (or link in our bio)

Oblé Reed
The Black Tones
Smokey Brights
Itchy Kitty
Marshall Law Band
Nick Drummond
Exzac Change & Iyzlow Matisse
Wes Marvin
Dannirose✩
K!dJudo
DJ Nae Nae
DJ Abyss
DJ Aspen
Kosmos The Afronaut
Host: Spicy Ketchup

🗓️ Saturday, October 19, 2024
⏰ 12-9pm
📍 The Chameleon, 1801 W Sunset Blvd, Spokane, WA, United States, Washington

FREE EVENT

Live music 🎶 + Ballot drop-off 🗳️ + Photo booth 📷
21+

⚠️ ATTENTION: Spokane City Council Homelessness Roundtable ⚠️

NEXT TUESDAY, October 1st, Spokane City Council is hosting their second roundtable on homelessness in Spokane on the third floor of the Central Library from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.

This is the second in a series of community roundtables organized by Spokane City Council after they deferred to vote on the adoption of Ordinance C36549: the “Homeless Bill of Rights” in August. This important ordinance would make “housing status” a protected class, guaranteeing unhoused people freedom from discrimination in seeking housing and employment in Spokane.

If able, please attend the second roundtable meeting next week to get educated on and speak in support of the rights of unhoused individuals in our community.

We also ask all to please email the City Council at [email protected] to voice your support for human rights and dignity for all and advocate for the adoption of ORD: C36549.

Ordinance summary per City of Spokane Human Rights Commission:

“The Spokane Human Rights Commission adopted a resolution relating to the human rights and basic dignities of individuals experiencing homelessness in 2023. City Council, with help from Legal, created an ordinance with refined parameters based on the resolution. This ordinance adds "housing status" to the city's list of protected classes and strengthens protections against discriminatory hiring and employment practices, property rights and privacy rights of individuals experiencing homelessness.”

Read ORD C36549 here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ysBNGN_k19gl_k1SDNjThkpWFui1oDQf/view?usp=sharing

USE YOUR VOICE, SPEAK OUT!