Spokane: Presidents' Day Is a Parking Meter Holiday
Washingtoner/10282554

~ Spokane, WA- As the nation prepares to celebrate Presidents' Day on Monday, Feb. 17, the city of Spokane has announced that on-street parking meters and kiosks will not require payment on this holiday. This news was confirmed by Erin Hut, the Communications Director for the city, who can be reached at 509.625.6740.

While parking will be free on this day, it is important to note that all parking rules, including time limits, will still be enforced. This reminder comes as a precaution to avoid any confusion or violations.

In addition to parking changes, the city has also announced that garbage and recycling pickup will continue as scheduled. The Waste to Energy Facility will also be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., allowing residents to dispose of their trash, recycling, yard waste, and hazardous household chemicals. The public is also invited to take a tour of the facility by registering in advance.

More on Washingtoner

• Spartan Investigations Partners with Dallas Law Enforcement to Combat Human Trafficking
• Torture in the Troubled Teen Industry, Death by Deliberate Indifference Report
• Florida Supreme Court Grants Petition Alleging Judicial Misconduct,in the Ninth Judicial Circuit
• Blue Luna Responds to Rising Demand for Women's Self-Defense Tools
• Wholesaler Now Expands Operations, Creating 200+ Jobs in South Florida

For those needing to conduct business with the city on Presidents' Day, Spokane City Hall will be open including Spokane 311 and the Development Services Center.

However, it should be noted that the Spokane City Council agenda review and legislative meetings have been canceled for Monday, Feb. 17. These meetings will resume on Monday, Feb. 24 with an agenda review meeting at 3:30 p.m. followed by a legislative meeting at 6 p.m. Both meetings can be viewed live on CityCable 5 or streamed online through Facebook or the City's website. Community members who wish to provide testimony on an item on the Council's agenda can sign up online.

For those looking for some holiday fun in Spokane, both the Numerica Skate Ribbon and Looff Carrousel in Riverfront Park will be open on Presidents' Day. More information can be found on the City's website.

However, please note that all branches of Spokane Public Library will be closed on Presidents' Day. Additionally, Spokane Municipal Court and Community Justice Services will only be available by phone on this day.

As the city of Spokane prepares for Presidents' Day, residents are reminded to take advantage of the free parking while still following all parking rules and to check the City's website for any additional information or changes.

---

Show All News | Report Violation