The Spokane Park Board voted Jan. 8 to award a contract to Cameron Riley LLC to renovate the Post Street parking lot adjacent to Riverfront Park. The motion, moved and seconded during the meeting, passed by voice vote. The contract amount stated in the meeting record was $762,704.81 plus applicable taxes, to be paid from park and public-works funds.

The project scope includes resurfacing the weathered lot, adding stormwater treatment and drainage, installing consistent Riverfront Park‑style lighting, and constructing a low wall to reduce headlight glare. Board discussion and the staff presentation emphasized separating the lot from the Centennial Trail to reduce conflicts between vehicles and trail users. "So we wanna stop that," a project presenter said, describing the need to separate vehicle access from the trail.

Staff said the design will add trees and landscaping, several bicycle parking spaces and a minimum of six van-accessible ADA spaces within a 27‑space lot; the presenter said the team had hoped for eight ADA spaces but could confirm a minimum of six. The project will also provide a dedicated drop‑off/turnaround area to support school and event use.

Environmental protections will be part of construction. The presenter told the board the team must manage contaminated soil and "put a cap over it per our agreements with the EPA" before completing site work. Construction timing and long‑lead procurement (lighting and other fixtures) will be coordinated by staff to keep the project on an expedited schedule.

Board members asked clarifying questions about tree sizes, trail wayfinding and ADA compliance during the presentation. After the discussion, a board member moved to approve the contract and the board voted in favor. Staff said they will finalize the construction schedule with the contractor and work to open the lot promptly once work begins.

Next steps: staff will finalize the schedule, issue notices to nearby users, and report back to the board on construction timelines and any necessary traffic management or temporary closures.