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Spokane Business Association

Initiatives

Restore Spokane — public safety, cleanliness, and economic stability.

SBA is here to be the voice of business for the City of Spokane.

SBA will be engaging in the development of a Strategic Plan in the first quarter of 2026. Stay tuned for more details.

Restore Spokane

2024 / 2025 Initiatives

  • Enforce Prop 1

    Uphold the voter-approved (75% approval) measure to prevent public camping and enforce sit-and-lie regulations.

  • Clean Downtown

    Address garbage, public sleeping in viaducts, and human waste in business doorways.

  • Police Force

    Increase the police force to meet the national average of 2.4 officers per 1,000 residents.

  • New Corrections Facility

    Construct a new, larger detention and rehabilitation center with integrated mental-health and addiction treatment facilities, located away from residential, retail, and office areas.

  • Community Court

    Address the rapid release of arrested individuals to reduce citywide crime.

  • Drug Use

    Allocate more police resources to combat the open drug crisis.

  • Small Crimes

    Improve safety by addressing theft and vandalism, making it safer to park and walk in the City of Spokane.

  • Graffiti

    Reduce graffiti by supporting property owners with legal consequences for offenders.

  • Code Enforcement

    Ensure landowners follow codes, and enforce these codes consistently.

  • Promote Affordable Housing

    Support policies that expand affordable housing across Spokane.

  • Business Advocacy

    Advocate for businesses throughout the entire City of Spokane, not just downtown.

  • STA Plaza Relocation

    Move and redesign the Spokane Transit Authority's Plaza to a more logical design and location.

  • Oppose Rent Control

    Oppose rent control and other regulations that deter affordable housing.

  • Celebrate & Support Diversity

    Celebrate and support diversity throughout the City of Spokane.

Our initiatives focus on enhancing the City of Spokane by improving public safety, cleanliness, and economic stability. These efforts aim to create a welcoming environment for visitors, residents, and investors while supporting local businesses.

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