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Councilmembers Elect New Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Spokane Valley Councilmembers Elect Mayor and Deputy Mayor
SPOKANE VALLEY, WA—At the Jan. 6 Spokane Valley City Council meeting, Councilmembers voted by majority to elect Councilmember Laura Padden to serve as Mayor and Councilmember Tim Hattenburg as Deputy Mayor. Both terms are for 2026 and 2027.
“I am passionate about the Valley and honored to serve as your Mayor,” said newly elected Mayor Laura Padden. "I am committed to a Spokane Valley that is a safe, clean, affordable city in which to live, work, play, and raise a family. Working together with Deputy Mayor Hattenburg and our fellow Councilmembers, this can be achieved in a fiscally responsible way, while always protecting the taxpayer’s investment in our city.”
Laura Padden is serving her second four-year term on the City Council after being re-elected in November 2025. Padden holds a bachelor's degree in police science and administration from Washington State University and computer science from Eastern Washington University. She is employed by the Community Colleges of Spokane as a software developer. Padden has been a resident of Spokane Valley since the age of two. She and her husband, Mike, have five grown sons and three grandchildren.
Tim Hattenburg is also serving his second four-year term on the City Council, first elected in November 2019. Hattenburg holds a double major in education and history from Washington State University and completed two years of postgraduate study at Gonzaga, Whitworth and Eastern Washington universities. He is a published author, small business owner and a retired teacher, coach and athletic director with the Central Valley School District. Hattenburg is a lifelong Spokane Valley native. He is married with three grown children and three grandchildren.
The City of Spokane Valley operates under a Council-Manager form of government, which consists of an elected City Council responsible for policymaking, and a professional city manager, appointed by the Council, responsible for administration. Every two years, Councilmembers elect one member from the Council to serve as Mayor and one as Deputy Mayor.
For more information about the Spokane Valley City Council, visit SpokaneValleyWA.gov/CityCouncil.
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City Council Approves 2026 Budget
Spokane Valley City Council Approves 2026 Budget
SPOKANE VALLEY, WA—The Spokane Valley City Council voted 6 to 1 to approve the 2026 city budget at the Dec. 9, 2025, City Council meeting. The $148.4 million budget will be in effect from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2026.
The 2026 budget includes $70.6 million in the General Fund and $77.8 million in 30 other city funds. Estimated recurring General Fund revenues of $68.6 million increased 7.05% from 2025. The estimated recurring General Fund expenditures of $68.5 million increased 7.93%. Costs for Public Safety increased by 11.85%, while all other General Fund departments increased by 1.27%. Included in the overall total $148.4 million is $47.9 million in capital expenditures, which is funded at 71.25% by state and federal grant dollars.
The Council held three public hearings prior to the final budget adoption and encouraged community members to provide input via public comment or by contacting Councilmembers directly.
The 2026 budget advances the Council’s adopted priorities, including:
- Goal: Increase public safety response to ensure everyone feels safe in Spokane Valley. The budget prioritizes public safety with an 11.85% increase, including an additional $2.6 million in expenditures from the new public safety sales tax voters recently approved, funding 10 new dedicated positions, one new shared position and maintaining one current position, which lost grant funding in 2025.
- Goal: Prioritize infrastructure maintenance and preservation and advance strategic capital projects through grant awards. The budget maintains historic levels of the city’s street maintenance programs. It also enhances the economy by improving mobility, connections and efficiencies by investing $47.9 million in capital infrastructure, offset by $34.1 million or 71.25% in grant revenues.
- Goal: Continue economic development efforts to maximize business growth and develop tourism destinations. The budget supports businesses and the related economic activities that fund city services by investing in retail recruitment and sports tourism, including the new cross-country course, The Course Spokane Valley.
- Goal: Maintain our strong financial position. The budget projects a 2026 General Fund ending fund balance of $36.6 million, or 53.44% of recurring expenditures, per the Council’s finance policy. This provides cash flow to pay for the city’s operations and security in case of unexpected economic hardships.
- Goal: Utilize strategic partnerships to aggressively reduce and prevent homelessness in Spokane Valley. The budget maintains regional participation and strategic partnerships to combat homelessness and allows for dedicated revenue sources through local recording fees and state and federal grants.
- Goal: Expand homeownership opportunities so more local people own homes. The budget includes expenses and offsetting grant revenue for updating the Comprehensive Plan and addressing the middle housing shortage and opportunities to promote affordable housing development.
The budget is anticipated to be posted online by Jan. 2, 2026, at www.SpokaneValleyWA.gov/Budget.
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Spokane Valley Sends a Clear Message About Shoplifting
Spokane Valley Sends a Clear Message About Shoplifting
Joint news release from City of Spokane Valley and Spokane Valley Police Department
The Spokane Valley Police Department has partnered with local retailers to conduct a series of retail theft emphasis operations to deter this criminal activity, and hold suspects accountable throughout the holiday season.
On Thursday, November 20, 2025, Spokane Valley Investigative Unit (SVIU) Detectives partnered with Loss Prevention employees from seven Spokane Valley retailers during a four-hour retail theft emphasis, resulting in nine arrests.
The theft attempts included various tools, a Bluetooth speaker, a phone charger, boots, clothing, other merchandise, and an effort to return stolen products for cash. SVIU Detectives estimated the value of the recovered merchandise during this operation at approximately $2,500.
SVIU Detectives plan to conduct up to four additional operations over the next few weeks due to the Spokane Valley City Council’s strong commitment and authorization of funds to specifically address this criminal activity and hold those committing retail theft accountable.
“The Spokane Valley Police Department has zero tolerance for shoplifting and theft,” said Spokane Valley Police Chief David Ellis. “I am grateful for the City Council’s commitment to supporting public safety, our local businesses, and our strong partnership with our retailers. Together, we will ensure that criminals will be held accountable for their actions in our city.”
The Spokane Valley City Council unanimously approved 10 new police officers in early 2025, including two new property crime detectives assigned to SVIU, who assisted in this operation. Last month, the Council also approved additional funding to support the Spokane Valley Police Department’s efforts to aggressively deter retail theft in Spokane Valley and our region.
“The City Council is committed to supporting our business community and ensuring Spokane Valley remains a safe place for every resident, visitor and business” said Spokane Valley Councilmember Ben Wick. “We believe in holding criminals accountable for their actions, and these additional resources will help foster a safer, stronger community for all.”
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Sullivan Road Property & Ice Sheet Proposal
At the Sept. 23, 2525, City Council meeting, Councilmembers received a presentation from the Innovia Foundation, representing a local benefactor, to construct a new facility with NHL-sized dual ice sheets on city-owned property. Learn more about this proposal, as well as the background and timeline associated with the city-owned property at Sullivan Road and the city's Sullivan Park waterline project.
Learn more at www.SpokaneValleyWA.gov/765
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Help Plan Spokane Valley’s Tomorrow
The City is gathering insights to help inform how Spokane Valley grows and changes over the next 20 years. Whether you live here, work here, or own a business here, we want to hear from you! Learn more about Valley 2046, the city's 10-year update to the Comprehensive Plan.
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The Spokane County Detention Services ensure safety of the community by managing safe, secure, humane, and fiscally responsible institutions for inmate housing and programming. View the Current Inmate Roster.
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Honeywell plant part of spin-off to Solstice Advanced Materials
The move positions Solstice to accelerate growth and unlock shareholder value.
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Kaiser Aluminum completes $25 million expansion
Upgrades are part of a $415 million long-term investment into the Spokane Valley plant.
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The Course Spokane Valley welcomes first events
The new cross country sports venue on city park land will host events in November.
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The City has launched a new cloud-based, mobile-friendly reservation software, which allows residents an easy and convenient way to register and pay online for recreation programs, picnic shelter rentals, and room reservations at CenterPlace Regional Event Center. This new system will streamline the process and make it easier than ever to enjoy parks and recreation programming and facilities. https://secure.rec1.com/WA/spokane-valley-wa/catalog ;
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Notice of Application for Proposed Short Subdivision - SHP-2025-0034 - North Vista
Notice of Application for Proposed Short Subdivision City of Spokane Valley
Date Issued: January 16, 2026File No/Proposal: SHP-2025-0034 Preliminary short plat approval to divide .99 acres into six residential lots. Applicant: Gordon Land Surveying, 4507 N. Larch Road, Spokane Valley, WA, 99216.Owner: Akym Bozhko, 519 N Conklin Road, Spokane Valley, WA, 99037.APPLICATION DATE: December 31, 2025Determination of Completeness: January 13, 2026Decision-Making Authority: City of Spokane Valley
Written Comments: Agencies, tribes, and the public are encouraged to review and provide written comments on the proposal/project and its probable environmental impacts. All comments received by January 30, 2026, which is fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of this notice will be considered prior to deciding on this project. Furthermore, any person may request a copy of the decision regarding the proposal once it has been made. Pursuant to City of Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 17.90 (Appeals), a written appeal of the decision shall be filed with the City of Spokane Valley within fourteen (14) calendar days after the date the notice of the decision is mailed. Standing to appeal, a decision shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of SVMC 17.90.010 (General).
Parcel Number/Site Address/General Location: Parcel number 45183.0124, addressed at 719 N Vista, further located SW ¼ Section 13, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington
Comprehensive Plan: Single Family Residential
Existing Zoning: Single Family Residential (R-3)
Other Permits: City of Spokane Valley Development Engineering Approval; City of Spokane Valley Final Short Plat approval; Spokane County Sewer Connection Permit; and Spokane County, Vera Irrigation #15 Connection Permit.
Required Studies: None required at this time.
Environmental Review: The Planning Division has reviewed the proposal/project and determined that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to WAC 197-11-800 and SVMC 21.20.040 from environmental review under the provisions of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
Existing Environmental Documents: None
Applicable Development Regulations: Section 19.70 SVMC (Density & Dimensions), Title 20 SVMC (Subdivisions), Title 21 SVMC (Environmental Controls), Section 22.20 SVMC (Concurrency), the City of Spokane Valley Street Standards, the Spokane Regional Stormwater Manual, and the Spokane Regional Health District regulations are the primary development regulations applicable to the site.
Public Hearing: Pursuant to SVMC 17.80.050 the Economic Development Department shall be the decision-maker on a proposal to subdivide property into nine (9) or fewer lots. Therefore, the proposal is not subject to a future public hearing.
Comment Period Ends: January 30, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Greg Norris, Planner, 10210 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, WA 99206, (509) 720-5026 or by email at gnorris@spokanevalleywa.gov
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Notice of Application for Shoreline Substantial Development Permit - SDP-2025-0002
Notice of Application for Shoreline Substantial Development Permit
City of Spokane Valley
File No/Proposal: SDP-2025-0002 – Mirabeau Phase 6 – Shoreline Substantial Development Permit for future residential development within the shoreline jurisdiction.Owners: Strizhaks Haven Ranch, LLC. 105609 E Wiser Parkway, Kennewick, WA 99338Applicant: Centennial Properties. 999 W Riverside Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201Application Date: December 23, 2025Determination of Completeness: January 6, 2026Decision-Making Authority: City of Spokane Valley
Written Comments: Agencies, tribes, and the public are encouraged to review and provide written comments on the proposal/project and its probable environmental impacts. Written comments may be submitted from the date of this notice, January 9, 2026, through February 9, 2026. All comments received by January 19, 2026, which is thirty-one (31) calendar days from the date of this notice, will be considered prior to making a decision on this project. Any person has the right to receive notice, and any person may request a copy of the decision for the proposal once made. Pursuant to Chapter 17.90 SVMC, appeals to decisions for Shoreline Substantial Development Permits are made to the Shorelines Hearings Board. The decision may be appealed within twenty-one (21) days from the date the Department of Ecology receives the final decision.
Parcel Number/Site Address/General Location: Parcel numbers 45113.0519 and 45113.0520, addressed at 14009 and 14115 E Mansfield Court, further located in the NW ¼ Section 11, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington.
Comprehensive Plan Designation: Mixed Use (MU)
Zoning: Mixed Use (MU)
SMP Environmental Designation: Urban Conservancy
Other Permits: Future development will require an Engineered Grading Permit, Preliminary Subdivision Application, Sewer and Water Connection Permits, and/or any other permits deemed necessary.
Required Studies: A habitat management plan and shoreline impact assessment and have been provided. Additional studies may be determined.
Environmental Review: The project is in the Mirabeau SEPA Infill Area and is determined to be categorically exempt from SEPA review pursuant to SVMC 21.20.040(C)(3).
Applicable Development Regulations: City of Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) Titles 19 (Zoning Regulations), Title 20 (Subdivision Regulations), Title 21 (Environmental Controls) and Chapter 21.50 (Shoreline Regulations) are the primary development regulations applicable to the site.
Public Hearing: The Shoreline Substantial Development permit is classified as Type II permit and will not be subject to a public hearing. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the impacts of this development.
Comment Period Ends: February 9, 2026
Staff contact: Levi Basinger, AICP, Associate Planner, 10210 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, WA 99206, (509) 720-5332, or by email at lbasinger@spokanevalleywa.gov.
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Notice of Application for Proposed Short Subdivision - SHP-2025-0032
Notice of Application for Proposed Short Subdivision
City of Spokane Valley
Date Issued: January 9, 2026File No/Proposal: SHP-2025-0032 Preliminary short plat approval to divide .44 acres into two residential lots. Applicant: Simpson Engineers, 909 N Argonne Road, Spokane Valley, WA 99202Owner: Phillips Trust 1231 W Edgewater Drive, Gilbert, AZ, 85295APPLICATION DATE: December 10, 2025Determination of Completeness: January 2, 2026Decision-Making Authority: City of Spokane Valley
Written Comments: Agencies, tribes, and the public are encouraged to review and provide written comments on the proposal/project and its probable environmental impacts. All comments received by January 23, 2026, which is fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of this notice will be considered prior to deciding on this project. Furthermore, any person may request a copy of the decision regarding the proposal once it has been made. Pursuant to City of Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 17.90 (Appeals), a written appeal of the decision shall be filed with the City of Spokane Valley within fourteen (14) calendar days after the date the notice of the decision is mailed. Standing to appeal, a decision shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of SVMC 17.90.010 (General).
Parcel Number/Site Address/General Location: Parcel number 45183.0124, addressed at 719 N Vista, further located SW ¼ Section 18, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington
Comprehensive Plan: Single Family Residential
Existing Zoning: Single Family Residential Urban (R-4)
Other Permits: City of Spokane Valley Development Engineering Approval; City of Spokane Valley Final Short Plat approval; Spokane County Sewer Connection Permit; and Spokane County, Hutchinson Irrigation #16 Connection Permit.
Required Studies: None required at this time.
Environmental Review: The Planning Division has reviewed the proposal/project and determined that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to WAC 197-11-800 and SVMC 21.20.040 from environmental review under the provisions of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
Existing Environmental Documents: None
Applicable Development Regulations: Section 19.70 SVMC (Density & Dimensions), Title 20 SVMC (Subdivisions), Title 21 SVMC (Environmental Controls), Section 22.20 SVMC (Concurrency), the City of Spokane Valley Street Standards, the Spokane Regional Stormwater Manual, and the Spokane Regional Health District regulations are the primary development regulations applicable to the site.
Public Hearing: Pursuant to SVMC 17.80.050 the Economic Development Department shall be the decision-maker on a proposal to subdivide property into nine (9) or fewer lots. Therefore, the proposal is not subject to a future public hearing.
Comment Period Ends: January 23, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Greg Norris, Associate Planner, 10210 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, WA 99206, (509) 720-5026 or by email at gnorris@spokanevalleywa.gov