WHAT IS MEASURE NO. 1 AND WHAT DOES IT INCLUDE? 
Measure No. 1 must be used for Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Behavioral Health purposes. 

  • Inmate Population: Jail overcrowding require inmates to remain in their cells more frequently.
  • Consolidated services: The new Spokane County Jail will allow the consolidation of necessary services, including kitchen, laundry, property and transport to one location.
  • Geiger Corrections Center: Geiger Corrections Center is aging and needs numerous upgrades/repairs and ongoing financial investments for its continued use..
  • Future growth needs: Spokane County intends to use its revenue from Measure No. 1 to address increasing criminal justice, public safety and behavioral health needs resulting from population growth in the region..
  • Booking area is too small: Expansion of the booking area to provide adequate space and reduce current Law Enforcement wait time.