In a recent Spokane City Council meeting, community members voiced strong opinions regarding appointments to local boards and commissions, highlighting concerns over transparency and representation.

Larry Andrews, a local business owner, expressed his opposition to the appointment of Larry Lewton to a city board, citing a lack of public input during meetings Lewton supervised. Andrews criticized Lewton for allegedly misrepresenting facts about indoor air pollution and funding for the North South Freeway, claiming that Lewton's statements were misleading and intended to incite fear among residents.

Will Hewings, another speaker, condemned the appointment of Bob Lutz to the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Board. Hewings pointed to Lutz's controversial past as the Spokane Regional Health Officer, where he was terminated due to serious allegations, including performance issues and harassment. He argued that Lutz's appointment reflects poorly on Mayor Lisa Brown's leadership and fails to represent the interests of Spokane residents.

The council proceeded to vote on the appointments, with the majority supporting the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Board members, despite the vocal opposition. The meeting underscored ongoing tensions within the council and the community regarding governance and accountability in local leadership.