Spokane: City Closures Planned For Memorial Day
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~ Spokane, WA - As the Memorial Day holiday approaches, the city of Spokane is preparing for closures and changes in services. According to Erin Hut, Communications Director for the city, City Hall and other city facilities will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of the holiday. This includes the Waste-to-Energy facility.

Residents are advised that solid waste residential curbside and commercial services will be delayed by one day throughout the week. Normal Friday services are expected to resume on Saturday.

In addition to these closures, there are several other changes and cancellations to note. On-street parking meters and kiosks will not require payments on Memorial Day. However, it is important to remember that all parking rules, including time limits, still apply even when parking is free on holidays.

All branches of the Spokane Public Library will also be closed on Memorial Day. The Spokane Municipal Court and Community Justice Services will also be closed for the holiday.

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For those in need of assistance from My Spokane 311, it is important to note that employees will not be available for in-person, phone or online inquiries on Memorial Day. However, the My Spokane 311 website will still be accessible 24 hours a day and messages will be responded to on the next business day.

The Development Services Center will also have limited availability on Memorial Day. The Spokane City Council has canceled its meeting for the holiday but will resume regular meetings on Monday, June 3 at 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

While many city facilities may be closed for Memorial Day, there are still plenty of activities available for residents to enjoy. Riverfront Park attractions such as the Looff Carrousel, Numerica SkyRide and Numerica Skate Ribbon will remain open throughout the holiday weekend. More information can be found online.

The Expo '74 50th Celebration also continues with various events planned over Memorial Day weekend, including the Pow-Wow at the Falls and Community Stage & Vendor Village. City golf courses will also be open for normal operations and select splash pads are scheduled to open on May 24, just in time for the holiday weekend.

As the city of Spokane honors and remembers those who have served our country, residents are reminded to plan accordingly for any closures or changes in services during the Memorial Day holiday.

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