Chapter 13 - Local Governance Through Civic Participation
PlanSpokane 2046 draft
Aug 7, 2026
[Page 1]
This cover page is not part of the draft Comprehensive Plan and is intended to only help with navigation of the drafts.
The chapter you see here is the result of months of
work by countless individuals throughout the
community. It represents a combination of inputs
generously provided by the public, Plan
Commission, City Council, and many others. This
updated chapter will eventually be considered by
the Plan Commission and City Council for inclusion
in PlanSpokane 2046.
Our teams have worked hard to create these
updated chapters. Each has been discussed at the
Plan Commission, by various Plan Commission
subcommittees, with City Council in general, and
shared with the public at various points along the
way. These chapters represent the efforts of many,
helping to describe the policy and guidance the
Comprehensive Plan can provide in each topic area.
Please note this version supersedes any previously
published versions, including the release of many
chapters last October. All prior versions should be
considered out-of-date from this point on.
As with prior versions, this chapter includes the
basic text, but might not match the visual look and
format of the final document (we're still working on
that). To help readers identify where updated
language has been provided, a series of icons are
shown at right along the way. These aren't part of
the final document--they're provided to help
readers understand where certain changes may
have come from, where past policies have been
combined, etc. A guide to those icons is provided
below. Each chapter will use the same set of icons
for consistency.
General information or
notation is provided, clarifying
overall changes to the text.
Language was streamlined or
condensed for readability
or clarity.
A new Goal or Policy was added,
not sourced from the currently
adopted plan.
Policy language was added to ensure
consistency with changes in law at the
State/Federal level.
USEFUL
ICONS
Multiple Policies from the currently adopted
plan were combined into one, usually done
to eliminate redundant language.
Text was added as a result of the City's
study of Racially Disparate Impacts and
Displacement.
A policy or text was added as recommended by the Climate Resilience and
Sustainability Board (CRSB).
A goal or policy was removed or moved to
another chapter. These are listed at the end of
each chapter and include a reason.
What's Next for PlanSpokane?
Because this is the first complete view of some
chapters (e.g. Growth Strategy, Transportation,
Capital Facilities), we anticipate one more release
of updated chapters and maps later this summer.
After that, Plan Commission will likely hold a
hearing to consider the overall document. We'd
love to hear from you along the way.
Document Version: August 5, 2026
If you have any comments on the chapters, please
engage with us at http://planspokane.org or by
email at planspokane@spokanecity.org. All
comments are considered and each will be
provided to the Plan Commission and City Council
for their consideration prior to any hearings on
the proposed document.
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Chapter 13: Local Governance Through
Civic Participation
Introduction
Leadership, governance, and civic participation are pillars that uphold a
thriving community: leaders and decision-makers who govern responsibly
and community members who actively participate and contribute to the
decision-making process and shape the direction of Spokane. Such
contributions can occur both within and outside the governing process. A
prime opportunity for residents to practice civic participation within City
decision-making is comprehensive planning, an activity that brings people
together to build consensus on the community’s future and results from a
joint effort between elected leaders and active members of the community.
To ensure successful governance, the City must encourage the civic
participation of all residents, build community partnerships, effectively and
accessibly engage with residents and community groups, and respond to
feedback received.
Goals and Policies
Goals and policies provide specific direction to planning and decision-
making processes. Overall, they indicate desired directions,
accomplishments, or aims in relation to the growth and development of
Spokane.
Goal: LG-1, Decision-making Process
Make substantive planning decisions through an open public process in which
the outcome of that process is expressed in the decision of elected officials.
Policy: LG-1.1, City Council Direction
Begin each planning activity with formal Spokane City Council direction and
a commitment to the process’s outcome to ensure community awareness
and clarity on the proposed activity.
Policy: LG-1.2, Resource Allocation
Commit sufficient resources to planning and other City activities to ensure
that those activities engage the public and follow current best practices for
equitable engagement, especially where past engagement may have been
less robust.
Policy: LG-1.3, Public Participation
Employ a variety of techniques and venues to encourage the involvement of
community members in the decision-making process, including proactively
Review notes
The title has been reworded to highlight
participation in government, not one’s
citizenship status, and to acknowledge
regional community members. As a
result, goals and policies in the draft use
“LG’. However, policies in the existing
Plan use the “LGC” indicator.
The introduction was updated to
recognize the fact that the
Comprehensive Plan serves all people
who live, work, or visit Spokane.
This policy was reworded for clarity.
Overburdened communities were
added as well to support updated
understanding of environmental justice
and resiliency.
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reaching out to vulnerable populations, overburdened communities, and
underserved communities.
Policy: LG-1.4, Documentation Trail
Incorporate a documentation trail into the public record of each planning
activity, illustrating how public input shaped the final decision.
Policy: LG-1.5, Respect for Public Input
Demonstrate respect for public opinion, value the involvement of all
community members in governmental decision processes, and treat all
community members as equals through the actions of officials and City staff.
Policy: LG-1.6, Equity as Core Principle
Establish equity and belonging as core principles in all decisions, policies,
and functions of the City of Spokane by including a targeted universalism
approach and focused racial equity to address Spokane’s most persistent
inequities while supporting a sustained shift towards fairer practices
throughout our city to benefit all members of our community.
Policy: LG-1.7 Incorporating Data Analysis
Develop and incorporate equity-focused evaluation of programs and
policies, collecting equity data such as demographic information, disparity
indicators, community-identified needs, and historical context, and applying
this data at every stage of decision-making to ensure that City actions
advance fair and just outcomes for all residents, particularly those from
historically underserved or marginalized communities.
Goal: LG-2, Community Involvement
Encourage community members to become engaged in the public process in
order to ensure City actions reflect the needs and desires of those most impacted.
Policy: LG-2.1, Leadership Training
Pursue and support a variety of public and private leadership training
programs for the general public, elected officials, and City staff to promote
an informed and committed community.
Policy: LG-2.2, Civics Education
Encourage the development of responsible civic participation and a
knowledge of civics through activities such as courses, lectures, webinars,
and a strong public participation program to foster a more engaged
community.
Review notes
Similar language was originally under
Goal 4, but it fits better here. It has been
updated as well to include respect for all
community members
This policy is new, identifying equity and
access as core principles for City actions,
to the benefit of all community
members.
This policy is new, ensuring data that
support equitable decisions is included
throughout all policy and program
actions.
[Page 4]
Policy: LG-2.3, Broad Community Representation
Strengthen the connection between city residents and city government by
maintaining geographic, demographic, age, opinion and personal
philosophy, and cultural diversity on boards and commissions, ensuring the
representation of vulnerable populations and overburdened communities.
Policy: LG-2.4, Boards and Commissions
Recognize the credibility and value of City of Spokane boards and
commissions, which are made up of volunteer community members, by
emphasizing the value of recommendations they forward to decision-making
bodies and providing clear procedures for formalizing and recording these
recommendations for public reference.
Goal: LG-3, Planning Through Neighborhood Councils
Utilize the Neighborhood Councils and the Community Assembly as a way for the
public to participate in planning activities and bring proposals through the
Spokane Plan Commission to City Council.
Policy: LG-3.1, Forum for Community Members
Use Neighborhood Councils as one of many forums for community members
to bring issues and/or problems to the City of Spokane for debate and to
express their preferences for resolution.
Policy: LG-3.2, Roles, Relationships, and Responsibilities
Maintain the role, relationship, and responsibility of the Neighborhood
Councils as expressed in the City of Spokane Charter, such as assisting in
prioritizing neighborhood needs and future policies.
Policy: LG-3.3, Collaboration and Problem Solving
Create opportunities that foster successful collaboration among the
neighborhoods in pursuit of the common good rather than individual
interests to the detriment of other neighborhoods or the city at large.
Policy: LG-3.4, Community Representation
Encourage representation of a broad range of community members,
including vulnerable populations and overburdened communities, within the
Neighborhood Councils to deepen neighborhood collaboration and
connectedness.
Goal: LG-4, Community and Government Communication
Maintain open two-way communication between the City and its community
through a variety of avenues.
Review notes
The policy language was amended
slightly to conform with recent
legislation (HB1181).
Policy has been updated to reflect both
the value of the recommendations from
Boards and Commissions while also
noting the importance of information-
sharing for the general public.
This policy was updated slightly for
clarity. A cross-reference to the
Neighborhoods chapter is likely to be
added here as well.
The policy is new, added to conform
with recent legislation (HB1181).
[Page 5]
Policy: LG-4.1, Dissemination of Public Information
Use City cable television, websites, email, and other current technologies for
timely dissemination of information on City, neighborhood, and regional
activities, including language access.
Policy: LG-4.2, Encouraging Respectful Interactions
Reinforce public trust by ensuring all community members are treated with
respect by providing periodic training to City employees in customer service
techniques and by promoting mutual respect between community members
and City employees.
Goal: LG-5, Youth Civic Participation
Value youth civic participation as the foundation of the community’s future and
ensure that young community members are informed about the community,
invited into community-building processes, and given the opportunity to
contribute their insights and diversity to the community dialogue.
Policy: LG-5.1, Youth Participation
Support and promote participation strategies that provide opportunities for
young people to engage in the decision-making process, including during
planning processes, on Boards and Commissions, and other ways of
representation.
Policy: LG-5.2, Young People as Civic Members
Share community resources, including public space and facilities, with young
community members.
Policy: LG-5.3, Strategic Networking
Create effective advocacy in the interests of young people by building and
maintaining collaboration between local government and a broad range of
human resources, community interest groups, and private sector entities that
work with and for the community’s youth.
Goal: LG-6, Responsive City Government
Increase public confidence in the City’s responsiveness to the pursuit of
community values through the day-to-day administration of land use and
development codes.
Policy: LG 6.1, Enforcement of Land Use and Development Codes
Utilize a violation-driven code enforcement system rather than a complaint-
driven system to achieve compliance with land use and development codes
that support quality of life, increase responsiveness, and provide equitable
enforcement.
Review notes
This policy was expanded slightly to
include regional activities and language
access concepts.
This policy was adjusted slightly for
clarity and to update the language.
The participation of youth in boards and
commissions was added here to
broaden the effect slightly.
[Page 6]
Goal: LG-7, Community Participation
Increase community collaboration, partnership, and connectedness by
supporting resident involvement in organizations and efforts that support the
community outside of governing processes.
Policy: LG-7.1, Awareness of Opportunities
Use City resources to share and support community volunteering and
participation opportunities that support the collective vision of Spokane.
Policy: LG-7.2, Partner with Organizations
Explore ways to partner with local and regional organizations that provide
community resources and opportunities for civic engagement for all
community members.
Policy: LG-7.3, Environmental Awareness
Provide all residents with an equitable opportunity to learn about climate
impacts, influence policy decisions, and take actions to enhance community
resilience to promote environmental justice and support physical and mental
health and well-being.
Goal: LG-8, Tribal and Urban Native Collaboration
Establish relationships, practices, and processes of active collaboration and
coordination with local Tribal governments and Urban Native communities
during planning efforts that may affect Tribal interests and rights and broader
community needs.
Policy: LG-8.1, Intergovernmental Relationships
Honor and uphold government-to-government relationships with
federally recognized Tribes through early, frequent, and meaningful
Tribal consultation, coordination, and partnership during City decisions
and planning processes that may affect Tribal interests, rights, and
broader Native community needs.
Policy: LG-8.2, Tribal Consultation
Establish a municipal process for regular and meaningful consultation
with Tribal officials in the development and review of City plans,
regulations, proposed legislation, and other policy statements or actions
relevant to Tribal interests.
Policy: LG-8.3, Tribal Liaisons
Designate and maintain a clear central point of contact at the City to
coordinate communication, consultation, and collaboration with
federally recognized Tribal governments on issues of mutual concern.
Work with each Tribe, consistent with its preferred protocols and
Review notes
This goal and policies are new, added to
accommodate some of the comments
received in ongoing engagement and as
a result of efforts like Climate Planning.
Climate Resilience and Sustainability
Board (CRSB) recommended policy.
New goal and associated policies based
on community engagement, including
discussions with the Tribal Working
Group established as part of the Climate
Planning effort and the Spokane Urban
Native Advisory Council.
A map of traditional Tribal lands will be
added to the Introduction Chapter, with
appropriate cross-references to this
goal.
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capacity, to identify appropriate Tribal points of contact and effective
communication channels.
Policy: LG-8.4, Urban Native Collaboration
Confer and collaborate with urban Native organizations and Native
community members on policies, programs, and initiatives affecting
urban Native populations to meaningfully consider and integrate their
unique perspectives, contributions, lived experience, cultural knowledge,
and needs in the city with a commitment to equity and sovereignty-
informed partnership, such as through the Spokane Urban Native
Advisory Council.
Chapter 13 - Local Governance Through Civic Participation
PlanSpokane 2046 draft
Aug 7, 2026
[Page 1]
This cover page is not part of the draft Comprehensive Plan and is intended to only help with navigation of the drafts.
The chapter you see here is the result of months of
work by countless individuals throughout the
community. It represents a combination of inputs
generously provided by the public, Plan
Commission, City Council, and many others. This
updated chapter will eventually be considered by
the Plan Commission and City Council for inclusion
in PlanSpokane 2046.
Our teams have worked hard to create these
updated chapters. Each has been discussed at the
Plan Commission, by various Plan Commission
subcommittees, with City Council in general, and
shared with the public at various points along the
way. These chapters represent the efforts of many,
helping to describe the policy and guidance the
Comprehensive Plan can provide in each topic area.
Please note this version supersedes any previously
published versions, including the release of many
chapters last October. All prior versions should be
considered out-of-date from this point on.
As with prior versions, this chapter includes the
basic text, but might not match the visual look and
format of the final document (we're still working on
that). To help readers identify where updated
language has been provided, a series of icons are
shown at right along the way. These aren't part of
the final document--they're provided to help
readers understand where certain changes may
have come from, where past policies have been
combined, etc. A guide to those icons is provided
below. Each chapter will use the same set of icons
for consistency.
General information or
notation is provided, clarifying
overall changes to the text.
Language was streamlined or
condensed for readability
or clarity.
A new Goal or Policy was added,
not sourced from the currently
adopted plan.
Policy language was added to ensure
consistency with changes in law at the
State/Federal level.
USEFUL
ICONS
Multiple Policies from the currently adopted
plan were combined into one, usually done
to eliminate redundant language.
Text was added as a result of the City's
study of Racially Disparate Impacts and
Displacement.
A policy or text was added as recommended by the Climate Resilience and
Sustainability Board (CRSB).
A goal or policy was removed or moved to
another chapter. These are listed at the end of
each chapter and include a reason.
What's Next for PlanSpokane?
Because this is the first complete view of some
chapters (e.g. Growth Strategy, Transportation,
Capital Facilities), we anticipate one more release
of updated chapters and maps later this summer.
After that, Plan Commission will likely hold a
hearing to consider the overall document. We'd
love to hear from you along the way.
Document Version: August 5, 2026
If you have any comments on the chapters, please
engage with us at http://planspokane.org or by
email at planspokane@spokanecity.org. All
comments are considered and each will be
provided to the Plan Commission and City Council
for their consideration prior to any hearings on
the proposed document.
[Page 2]
Chapter 13: Local Governance Through
Civic Participation
Introduction
Leadership, governance, and civic participation are pillars that uphold a
thriving community: leaders and decision-makers who govern responsibly
and community members who actively participate and contribute to the
decision-making process and shape the direction of Spokane. Such
contributions can occur both within and outside the governing process. A
prime opportunity for residents to practice civic participation within City
decision-making is comprehensive planning, an activity that brings people
together to build consensus on the community’s future and results from a
joint effort between elected leaders and active members of the community.
To ensure successful governance, the City must encourage the civic
participation of all residents, build community partnerships, effectively and
accessibly engage with residents and community groups, and respond to
feedback received.
Goals and Policies
Goals and policies provide specific direction to planning and decision-
making processes. Overall, they indicate desired directions,
accomplishments, or aims in relation to the growth and development of
Spokane.
Goal: LG-1, Decision-making Process
Make substantive planning decisions through an open public process in which
the outcome of that process is expressed in the decision of elected officials.
Policy: LG-1.1, City Council Direction
Begin each planning activity with formal Spokane City Council direction and
a commitment to the process’s outcome to ensure community awareness
and clarity on the proposed activity.
Policy: LG-1.2, Resource Allocation
Commit sufficient resources to planning and other City activities to ensure
that those activities engage the public and follow current best practices for
equitable engagement, especially where past engagement may have been
less robust.
Policy: LG-1.3, Public Participation
Employ a variety of techniques and venues to encourage the involvement of
community members in the decision-making process, including proactively
Review notes
The title has been reworded to highlight
participation in government, not one’s
citizenship status, and to acknowledge
regional community members. As a
result, goals and policies in the draft use
“LG’. However, policies in the existing
Plan use the “LGC” indicator.
The introduction was updated to
recognize the fact that the
Comprehensive Plan serves all people
who live, work, or visit Spokane.
This policy was reworded for clarity.
Overburdened communities were
added as well to support updated
understanding of environmental justice
and resiliency.
[Page 3]
reaching out to vulnerable populations, overburdened communities, and
underserved communities.
Policy: LG-1.4, Documentation Trail
Incorporate a documentation trail into the public record of each planning
activity, illustrating how public input shaped the final decision.
Policy: LG-1.5, Respect for Public Input
Demonstrate respect for public opinion, value the involvement of all
community members in governmental decision processes, and treat all
community members as equals through the actions of officials and City staff.
Policy: LG-1.6, Equity as Core Principle
Establish equity and belonging as core principles in all decisions, policies,
and functions of the City of Spokane by including a targeted universalism
approach and focused racial equity to address Spokane’s most persistent
inequities while supporting a sustained shift towards fairer practices
throughout our city to benefit all members of our community.
Policy: LG-1.7 Incorporating Data Analysis
Develop and incorporate equity-focused evaluation of programs and
policies, collecting equity data such as demographic information, disparity
indicators, community-identified needs, and historical context, and applying
this data at every stage of decision-making to ensure that City actions
advance fair and just outcomes for all residents, particularly those from
historically underserved or marginalized communities.
Goal: LG-2, Community Involvement
Encourage community members to become engaged in the public process in
order to ensure City actions reflect the needs and desires of those most impacted.
Policy: LG-2.1, Leadership Training
Pursue and support a variety of public and private leadership training
programs for the general public, elected officials, and City staff to promote
an informed and committed community.
Policy: LG-2.2, Civics Education
Encourage the development of responsible civic participation and a
knowledge of civics through activities such as courses, lectures, webinars,
and a strong public participation program to foster a more engaged
community.
Review notes
Similar language was originally under
Goal 4, but it fits better here. It has been
updated as well to include respect for all
community members
This policy is new, identifying equity and
access as core principles for City actions,
to the benefit of all community
members.
This policy is new, ensuring data that
support equitable decisions is included
throughout all policy and program
actions.
[Page 4]
Policy: LG-2.3, Broad Community Representation
Strengthen the connection between city residents and city government by
maintaining geographic, demographic, age, opinion and personal
philosophy, and cultural diversity on boards and commissions, ensuring the
representation of vulnerable populations and overburdened communities.
Policy: LG-2.4, Boards and Commissions
Recognize the credibility and value of City of Spokane boards and
commissions, which are made up of volunteer community members, by
emphasizing the value of recommendations they forward to decision-making
bodies and providing clear procedures for formalizing and recording these
recommendations for public reference.
Goal: LG-3, Planning Through Neighborhood Councils
Utilize the Neighborhood Councils and the Community Assembly as a way for the
public to participate in planning activities and bring proposals through the
Spokane Plan Commission to City Council.
Policy: LG-3.1, Forum for Community Members
Use Neighborhood Councils as one of many forums for community members
to bring issues and/or problems to the City of Spokane for debate and to
express their preferences for resolution.
Policy: LG-3.2, Roles, Relationships, and Responsibilities
Maintain the role, relationship, and responsibility of the Neighborhood
Councils as expressed in the City of Spokane Charter, such as assisting in
prioritizing neighborhood needs and future policies.
Policy: LG-3.3, Collaboration and Problem Solving
Create opportunities that foster successful collaboration among the
neighborhoods in pursuit of the common good rather than individual
interests to the detriment of other neighborhoods or the city at large.
Policy: LG-3.4, Community Representation
Encourage representation of a broad range of community members,
including vulnerable populations and overburdened communities, within the
Neighborhood Councils to deepen neighborhood collaboration and
connectedness.
Goal: LG-4, Community and Government Communication
Maintain open two-way communication between the City and its community
through a variety of avenues.
Review notes
The policy language was amended
slightly to conform with recent
legislation (HB1181).
Policy has been updated to reflect both
the value of the recommendations from
Boards and Commissions while also
noting the importance of information-
sharing for the general public.
This policy was updated slightly for
clarity. A cross-reference to the
Neighborhoods chapter is likely to be
added here as well.
The policy is new, added to conform
with recent legislation (HB1181).
[Page 5]
Policy: LG-4.1, Dissemination of Public Information
Use City cable television, websites, email, and other current technologies for
timely dissemination of information on City, neighborhood, and regional
activities, including language access.
Policy: LG-4.2, Encouraging Respectful Interactions
Reinforce public trust by ensuring all community members are treated with
respect by providing periodic training to City employees in customer service
techniques and by promoting mutual respect between community members
and City employees.
Goal: LG-5, Youth Civic Participation
Value youth civic participation as the foundation of the community’s future and
ensure that young community members are informed about the community,
invited into community-building processes, and given the opportunity to
contribute their insights and diversity to the community dialogue.
Policy: LG-5.1, Youth Participation
Support and promote participation strategies that provide opportunities for
young people to engage in the decision-making process, including during
planning processes, on Boards and Commissions, and other ways of
representation.
Policy: LG-5.2, Young People as Civic Members
Share community resources, including public space and facilities, with young
community members.
Policy: LG-5.3, Strategic Networking
Create effective advocacy in the interests of young people by building and
maintaining collaboration between local government and a broad range of
human resources, community interest groups, and private sector entities that
work with and for the community’s youth.
Goal: LG-6, Responsive City Government
Increase public confidence in the City’s responsiveness to the pursuit of
community values through the day-to-day administration of land use and
development codes.
Policy: LG 6.1, Enforcement of Land Use and Development Codes
Utilize a violation-driven code enforcement system rather than a complaint-
driven system to achieve compliance with land use and development codes
that support quality of life, increase responsiveness, and provide equitable
enforcement.
Review notes
This policy was expanded slightly to
include regional activities and language
access concepts.
This policy was adjusted slightly for
clarity and to update the language.
The participation of youth in boards and
commissions was added here to
broaden the effect slightly.
[Page 6]
Goal: LG-7, Community Participation
Increase community collaboration, partnership, and connectedness by
supporting resident involvement in organizations and efforts that support the
community outside of governing processes.
Policy: LG-7.1, Awareness of Opportunities
Use City resources to share and support community volunteering and
participation opportunities that support the collective vision of Spokane.
Policy: LG-7.2, Partner with Organizations
Explore ways to partner with local and regional organizations that provide
community resources and opportunities for civic engagement for all
community members.
Policy: LG-7.3, Environmental Awareness
Provide all residents with an equitable opportunity to learn about climate
impacts, influence policy decisions, and take actions to enhance community
resilience to promote environmental justice and support physical and mental
health and well-being.
Goal: LG-8, Tribal and Urban Native Collaboration
Establish relationships, practices, and processes of active collaboration and
coordination with local Tribal governments and Urban Native communities
during planning efforts that may affect Tribal interests and rights and broader
community needs.
Policy: LG-8.1, Intergovernmental Relationships
Honor and uphold government-to-government relationships with
federally recognized Tribes through early, frequent, and meaningful
Tribal consultation, coordination, and partnership during City decisions
and planning processes that may affect Tribal interests, rights, and
broader Native community needs.
Policy: LG-8.2, Tribal Consultation
Establish a municipal process for regular and meaningful consultation
with Tribal officials in the development and review of City plans,
regulations, proposed legislation, and other policy statements or actions
relevant to Tribal interests.
Policy: LG-8.3, Tribal Liaisons
Designate and maintain a clear central point of contact at the City to
coordinate communication, consultation, and collaboration with
federally recognized Tribal governments on issues of mutual concern.
Work with each Tribe, consistent with its preferred protocols and
Review notes
This goal and policies are new, added to
accommodate some of the comments
received in ongoing engagement and as
a result of efforts like Climate Planning.
Climate Resilience and Sustainability
Board (CRSB) recommended policy.
New goal and associated policies based
on community engagement, including
discussions with the Tribal Working
Group established as part of the Climate
Planning effort and the Spokane Urban
Native Advisory Council.
A map of traditional Tribal lands will be
added to the Introduction Chapter, with
appropriate cross-references to this
goal.
[Page 7]
capacity, to identify appropriate Tribal points of contact and effective
communication channels.
Policy: LG-8.4, Urban Native Collaboration
Confer and collaborate with urban Native organizations and Native
community members on policies, programs, and initiatives affecting
urban Native populations to meaningfully consider and integrate their
unique perspectives, contributions, lived experience, cultural knowledge,
and needs in the city with a commitment to equity and sovereignty-
informed partnership, such as through the Spokane Urban Native
Advisory Council.
Review notes
age 7