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~ Spokane City Council and Mayor Lisa Brown have announced their decision to extend the timeline for implementing the Community Safety Levy. This announcement was made on Wednesday after a thorough evaluation and productive meetings with the public.
According to Communications Director Erin Hut, the Brown Administration has been holding meetings with the public and conducting a mid-year budget review. As a result, they have decided to extend the timeline for implementing the levy in order to allow for additional analysis.
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Mayor Brown stated that while there is a real budget deficit in Spokane, she believes it is responsible to take more time for analysis before making significant investments in community safety. She also emphasized the importance of expanding input from the public to ensure a comprehensive plan for the future.
The administration will continue down this path while also identifying ways for the city to tighten its own belt and promote fiscal responsibility. This decision reflects their commitment to making informed and responsible choices for the benefit of Spokane's community safety.
According to Communications Director Erin Hut, the Brown Administration has been holding meetings with the public and conducting a mid-year budget review. As a result, they have decided to extend the timeline for implementing the levy in order to allow for additional analysis.
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Mayor Brown stated that while there is a real budget deficit in Spokane, she believes it is responsible to take more time for analysis before making significant investments in community safety. She also emphasized the importance of expanding input from the public to ensure a comprehensive plan for the future.
The administration will continue down this path while also identifying ways for the city to tighten its own belt and promote fiscal responsibility. This decision reflects their commitment to making informed and responsible choices for the benefit of Spokane's community safety.
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