Today: City Of Deer Park Budget Workshop

Each year, the city holds a City Budget Workshop for the Mayor & City Council to approve the budget for the following year. While the meeting is open for the public to attend, public comment will not be permitted.

At the beginning of this year, it was announced that the city had a surplus of 2.4 million dollars. That number is above and beyond the separate surplus funds designated for critical services such as water and sewage. The excess funds have continued to grow, and they are expected to increase substantially again during 2024. The council may discuss how best to utilize the extra funds contributed by taxpayers.

Several projects were discussed throughout this year that could utilize the surplus funds, including a splash pad, much needed repairs to city hall, and a law enforcement assessment. So far, each one of the proposals has been delayed or voted down.

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Brad Wainwright, Brandon Gray, Caleb Stapp, Darold Schultz, Deer Park City Council, Heather Newsom, Helen Dee Cragun, Jake Barlass, Jason Upchurch, Naomi Diaz, Tim Verzal

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Shipping Confusion For The Holidays

November 11, 2025

‘Tis the season for packages, but some Deer Park residents must update their shipping addresses to avoid returned packages. This new Post Office policy, which arrives just before the holiday shopping season, adds an extra layer to logistics for those shipping their gifts this year.

City & School Levy Under Investigation

October 20, 2025

A state investigation is officially underway into the City of Deer Park for the alleged illegal use of taxpayer resources to promote a $14.6 million school levy. At the center of the probe is a potential conflict of interest, as the School District’s plans to purchase city-owned land in the near future hinge on the levy’s passage.

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Letter To The Editor – Letter of Support for Fire District 4 Commissioner Roger Kreiger

October 9, 2025

Dear Community Members,

My name is Mike Thompson, and I have been a resident of Spokane County Fire District #4 for 22 years. During this time, I have had the privilege of serving on the Citizens Advisory Committee, where we review district operations, monitor facilities, and provide input on funding options.

Fire At Sculley’s Auto Quickly Extinguished

October 8, 2025

Fire erupted from a van parked in front of Sculley’s on Monday. A quick response by Spokane County Fire District #4 crews prevented a vehicle fire from spreading to the structure. Traffic was blocked on A Street for a short time while crews worked on the fire.

Letter To The Editor – School Levy Importance

October 2, 2025

As a city council member in the late 70’s and early 80’s and a city employee for 24 years I have heard a lot of misinformation disseminated through “coffee shop” talk and later social media. It has always concerned me to hear incorrect information passed along by people who don’t bother to ask for the facts, when they are readily available. Right now I am hearing of things being said about the Deer Park School levy, particularly the need for a new bus barn, that are troubling.

Splash Pad Season Comes To A Close

September 26, 2025

The City of Deer Park’s new splash pad at Mix Park is set to conclude its first season, having been open for less than a month. With only this weekend left for families to enjoy the new park attraction, time is running out to cool off before it closes to the public.

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