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Spokane council holds first hearing on biennial budget update, invites public comment before Nov. 17
Summary
City staff said the council held a first hearing on the biennial budget update and encouraged residents to submit comments at the next meeting (Nov. 17) to inform the 2026 budget; specifics and budget figures were not provided in the transcript.
A city staff member said the Spokane City Council held a first hearing on the biennial budget update and encouraged residents to provide input at the next council meeting on Monday, Nov. 17, ahead of work on the 2026 budget.
The staff member said the council looks forward to public comments at the Nov. 17 meeting and directed residents to spokanecity.org for more information. The transcript excerpt does not include budget figures, proposed changes, or how the hearing proceeded (for example, whether council members asked questions or received public testimony).
Because the provided text is an announcement-style excerpt, the city did not supply budget line items, proposed increases or decreases, or specific hearings dates beyond the general Nov. 17 meeting reminder. Residents seeking the full budget proposal or staff reports should consult the city's website or contact council offices.
The staff member also reminded the public of the next council meeting date and contact channels.
