I am very grateful for the opportunity to serve our community these past few years, but my family and work situations are very different than when I ran for office in 2019. Are you interested in serving Deer Park? You need to file as a candidate with the Spokane County elections office between May 15th-19th.
New Sheriff contract adds more law enforcement, with potential for more in the future. Council rejects modern communications for council members and meetings. City begins multi-year process of updating comprehensive plan.
Money was the hot topic at the last city council meeting. The Council Chambers filled near capacity as many people wanted to be heard. The City Hall building and concerns about taxes were frequently mentioned. Traffic and modes of transport were also discussed.
Over the last several decades Deer Park has lost several historic buildings – but there is now hope for one. At the Council Meeting on April 19th the council directed that work continue on plans to remodel the historic City Hall building from 1911. While still years away from any construction several significant phases have been completed.
City Hall has not seen substantial modifications in many years. Two possible plans or the option of doing nothing have been in discussion. However, the big question remains, what is the value of history?
Watch a video of a tour of the historic Deer Park City Hall. Because the third floor was unsafe to tour we included photos and descriptions from Councilman Caleb Stapp.
Council approved accepting Covid funds for use in water upgrades. The City Hall Task Force provided a tour and outlined the next steps. Discussion about improving the visual appearance of the city arose throughout the meeting.
Over the last several decades Deer Park has lost several of its unique and historic features. The Civic Center and the Fairgrounds come to mind quickly. We may lose another.
The city council reversed direction on the Splash Pad. However, the city ordinances continue to restrict residents on issues of using their land to create housing options or temporary stay alternatives along with raising chickens.
The City’s Golf course, impacted by inflation, raises prices as a result. Public input was heard regarding the amended budget for the Splash Pad.