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August 7th Primary Election Results

Unofficial Primary Results were updated August 20th. The Election is certified August 21st!

Current Election Information

Check out our Current Election page for important dates, sample ballots, ballot return statistics, resolutions and more.

New Resident Information

If you're new to Washington State, here is some helpful information about voting from the Washington Secretary of State.

Environmental Services Receives International Award

Spokane County Environmental Services, which operates the Regional Water Reclamation Facility and Water Resource Center, has been awarded the "Utility of the Future Today" for partnerships and community engagement.

All three County Courses are open! Book your tee time today!

Want to get out and stretch your swing? Look no further than Spokane County's three gorgeous courses. Booking a tee time is easy. Just click on the link below and reserve your spot today!

Want to see what else Spokane County has to offer?

Click on the link below to visit Spokane County Parks, Recreation & Golf Department's homepage to discover our parks, trails, aquatic facilities and more!

Go Mobile!

Spokane County has launched a new mobile app called Spokane County on the Go. This new digital tool will provide an on-the-go connection for individuals seeking Spokane County resources, news, and information from their smart phones, tablets or hand-held ...

Inmate Roster

View the list of inmates currently in custody of Detention Services

Property Information in the palm of your hand

View property information and maps for your home, business, or a prospective real estate purchase. Spokane County SCOUT brings you school and services information, property taxes and valuations, maps, and more!

Treasurer's Office has Moved

The Spokane County Treasurer’s Office has joined the Assessor & Auditor’s office on the first floor of the Courthouse.

Notice of Application - SP-1630-18

PROJECT:  Preliminary Short Plat to divide 2.14 acres into eight (8) lots for single family residences in the Low Density Residential (LDR) zone.

PARCEL NUMBER: 45042.0441

PROJECT LOCATION:  The subject property is generally located east o...

Notice of Application - PW-2068-18

PROJECT:  Preliminary Plat to divide approximately 16.35 acres into 45 lots for 90 duplex units in the Low Density Residential (LDR) zone.

PARCEL NUMBERS: 25274.9186 & 25274.9084

PROJECT LOCATION:  The subject site address 4719 W. Gard...

Notice of Application - 15600 S. Granite Rd/16000 S. Dover Rd

PROJECT: Grading for Private Road; Blasting for Private Road Development

ADDRESS: 15600 S. Granite Lake Rd/16000 S. Dover Road

PARCEL NUMBERS: 13043.0101-0108; 13054.0109; 13043,0110-0116; 13055.0117; 13051.9001; 14324.9014

DATE ISSUED:  July 30, 20...

Notice of Application - SP-1626-18

PROJECT: A Preliminary Short Plat to divide 2.46 acres into 7 lots for duplexes to include an existing single-family residence to remain on one of the lots.

PARCEL NUMBER: 36092.9036

PROJECT LOCATION: The subject site is generally located adjacent to and we...

Notice of Application - 4521 N. Arden - Add/Remodel to St. Joseph Catholic Church

PROJECT: Addition and Remodel to St. Joseph Catholic Church (Classrooms, Storage & Bathrooms)

PARCEL NUMBER: 55032.9278

PROJECT LOCATION: 4521 N. Arden Road, Otis Orchards, WA   99027

DATE ISSUED:  July 12, 2018

APPLICANT:  St. ...

Notice of Application - 3021 S Sullivan - Church Addition/Remodel

PROJECT:  Church Addition/Remodel to add classrooms, storage and multipurpose room and remodel existing church classrooms, bathrooms and corridors.

PROJECT NUMBER:  B1801752

LOCATION:  3021 S. Sullivan Road, Veradale, WA

P...

Notice of Application - SP-1627-18

PROJECT:  Preliminary Short Plat to divide 2.42 acres into eight lots for single family and duplex residences in the Low Density Residential (LDR) Zone. 

PARCEL NUMBER: 45061.0290

PROJECT LOCATION: The subject property is generally located...

Notice of Application - SMA-234-18 - Substantial Dev. Permit for Sanitary Sewer Pipeline

PROJECT:  SMA-234-18

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:  A Proposed Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (SSDP) for construction of a sanitary sewer pipeline on the existing Little Spokane River Bridge (N Little Spokane Drive) to include clearing a...

Notice of Application - CUN-02-18 - 36012.9004/36024.9129 - Mining

PROJECT:  Conditional Use Permit to allow Mining on approximately 20 acres in the Rural Conservation (RCV) zone pursuant to Section 14.618.240(16)

PARCEL NUMBERS:  36012.9004 & 36024.9129

PROJECT LOCATION:  The subject site is...

Notice of Application - CUW-0003-2018 - 22154.9005/22154.9006 - Gun and Archery Range

PROJECT:  Conditional Use Permit for a Gun and Archery Range in the Rural Traditional (RT) Zone pursuant to Section 14.618.240(10) of the Spokane County Zoning Code

PARCEL NUMBERS: 22154.9005 & 22154.9006

PROJECT LOCATION:  The subject...

Looking for a new trail to explore?

Spokane County provides numerous trails for beginners to experienced. Download a trail map and explore!

Burn Restriction in Effect for Spokane County Parks

Please click on the link below to see how the current burn restriction might affect your recreation plans at Spokane County's parks. This restriction may be amended as conditions change and require.

Public Access Closure at Glenrose Access Point

Spokane County residents will soon have a new trailhead to access the growing trail system within Dishman Hills. For safety reasons, this access point will be closed to the public during construction.

Traffic restrictions and delays for August 17-24, 2018.

CONSTRUCTIONArgonne Road Replacement of culverts, guardrail, signage and paving. Road is open. Project not complete more work in the future.  Spokane County Public Works: Construction: (509) 477-3600Argonne Rd : from Stoneman Rd...

Forker Hill CLOSED for 2 weeks.

Forker Road (aka Forker Hill)
from Bigelow Gulch/Brevier Road to Progress Road will be CLOSED for two weeksbeginning on Tuesday, August 14^th.  The closure is part of the continuing work on the Bigelow Gulch/Forker
Interchange project...

PAW-ART in August at SCRAPS

Local artists will be creating and selling their animal-themed masterpieces with a portion of the proceeds going back to SCRAPS. Guests are invited to watch as the works are created right before their eyes here at the shelter.

You don’t have to b...

FETCH - SCRAPS Amazing Race

Sept 15th

10 - 2 p.m. 

Sign up with your pack, as an individual, with your dog or in honor of your cat to take part in the fun and challenging event that benefits SCRAPS.  

Flying with your Pet

Flying can be stressful for humans, but for pets it can be down-right terrifying. When making travel decisions, choose what is safest and most comfortable for your pet. Airplanes are not recommended unless it is absolutely necessary. If you must fly, chec...

Choosing a Boarding Kennel

If you are heading out on a vacation, you will need to decide if you want to take your pet along or place them in a boarding situation. You could ask friends or family to look after your pet, but do they have the time? Will they care for them the way you ...

Boating with Your Dog

Nearly 40,000 dogs drown each year. Here on some tips on making sure you and your dog have smooth sailing this summer.

Suspect “Thinks” He Has a Warrant, Flees in a Vehicle and on Foot

Suspect “Thinks” He Has a Warrant, Flees in a Vehicle and on Foot

Early Sunday, a suspect who thought he had a warrant for his arrest, fled from Deputies in a vehicle and on foot.  He continually did not comply with commands an...

Armed Suicidal Male Fires Weapon During Stand-Off - Officer Involved Protocol Enacted

Armed Suicidal Male Fires Weapon During Stand-Off Officer Involved Protocol Enacted - SIRR Team Investigating  

This morning, Spokane Valley Deputies contacted a male in the gas station parking lot located at Evergreen and Trent.  The mal...

UPDATE: Citizen’s Tips Help Detectives Recover Tractor

UPDATE: Citizen’s Tips Help Detectives Recover Tractor 

This afternoon, after receiving several tips from the
public, Spokane Regional Auto Theft Task Force (SRATTF) Detectives located andrecovered the stolen Kubota L4701 HST Tractor....

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Board Meeting Announcement

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Board Meeting Announcement <_o3a_p>

Monday, September 10, 2018<_o3a_p>

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park

(2426 N. Discovery Place Spokane Valley, WA 99216)

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FREE Fall Citizens Academy Registration is now OPEN

FREE Fall Citizens Academy Registration
is now OPEN<_o3a_p>

<_o3a_p>This is YOUR opportunity to learn about the Spokane County Sheriff’sOffice, ask questions, interact with Deputies, Detectives and members of
specialty units, including K9, Air 1, SWAT, Marin...

Level III Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move - Tyler G. Totten

A level 3 Registered Sex Offender Spokane Area

For more information, tips and alerts please go to our OffenderWatch® page at http://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54488

Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Release

Level ...

Auto Theft Task Force Detectives Need Your Help

Auto Theft Task Force Detectives Need Your Help

Spokane Regional Auto Theft Task Force (SRATTF) Detectives are attempting to locate witnesses or tips regarding this stolen Kubota L4701 HST Tractor.  If you purchased or have information regarding a...

Fourth Suspect Charged in Bret Snow Homicide Investigation

Fourth Suspect Charged in Bret Snow Homicide Investigation

On August 1, 2018, Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detective Lyle Johnston requested charges of Murder 1^st Degree, Kidnapping 1^st Degree, and Conspiracy to Commit Kidnapping 1^st Degree for 33...

Update: Deputy Involved Shooting in North Spokane County

Update: Deputy Involved Shooting in North Spokane County

The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office is releasing the name of the Deputy involved in the Officer Involved Shooting (OIS) incident which occurred on August 3, 2018, on N. Sherman Road near Fi...

Level III Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Release - Warren T. Plowden

A level 3 Registered Sex Offender Spokane Area

For more information, tips and alerts please go to our OffenderWatch® page at http://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54488

Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Relea...

Major Crimes Detectives Investigating In Custody Death

Major Crimes Detectives Investigating In Custody Death

Early this morning, Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Detectives responded to the Spokane County Jail to conduct an investigation into the death of a male inmate.  

On Augu...

Detectives Need Tips Regarding Possible Suspects

Detectives Need Tips Regarding Possible Suspects 

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Investigative Task Force (ITF) Detectives are asking for tips/information regarding thefts/vandalism in the area of the Moran Prairie Neighborhood. &nb...

K9 Enzo Plucks Suspect from His Hiding Spot

K9 Enzo Plucks Suspect from His Hiding Spot

Spokane Valley K9 Enzo led Deputies to the location of a suspect who fled on foot from the vehicle he was driving.  The suspect, 36-year-old Shane S. Rupert, was arrested and booked into jail f...

Level III Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Release - James A. Peterschick

A level 3 Registered Sex Offender Spokane Area

For more information, tips and alerts please go to our OffenderWatch® page at http://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54488

Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Release

Level ...

Three New Lateral Deputies Join Your Spokane County Sheriff’s Office

Three New Lateral Deputies Join Your Spokane County Sheriff’s Office 

On August 6, 2018, Spokane County Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich swore in three new lateral Deputies and welcomed them to the Sheriff’s Office.  They will start their training...

Level III Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Release - Elijah P. Stanford

A level 3 Registered Sex Offender Spokane Area

For more information, tips and alerts please go to our OffenderWatch® page at http://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54488

Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Relea...

UPDATE: Arrest in Clifford “Cory” Fowler Homicide Investigation

UPDATE: Arrest in Clifford “Cory” Fowler Homicide Investigation 

Yesterday, Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives arrested 38-year-old Cristina C. Stiles for the 2016 death of her ex-boyfriend, 34-year-old Clifford &...

Level III Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Release-Delmont A. Black

A level 3 Registered Sex Offender Spokane Area

For more information, tips and alerts please go to our OffenderWatch® page at http://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54488

Sex Offender Information Bulletin-Notification of Move/Relea...

SIRR Team Investigating August 3, 2018 Officer Involved Shooting Incident in North Spokane County

SIRR Team Investigating August 3, 2018 Officer Involved Shooting Incident in North Spokane County

The Spokane Investigative Regional Response Team (SIRR) is investigating the Officer Involved Shooting involving a Spokane County Deputy on August 3 in North ...

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MacArthur Grant Safety and Justice challenge - information online!

We have heard from community members that they would like to have access to our MacArthur Safety & Justice Challenge grant activities.  In response, we have created a new webpage to allow us do this.  We have also posted a brief hist...

Operations of the Spokane Regional Law and Justice Council (SRLJC)

Law and Justice Council members and support staff often receive questions about the structure of the Law and Justice Council;  who serves on the SRLJC (why and for how long) and the subcommittee structure. Answers to all of these questions, and m...

GMP Changes Effective Immediately (Temporary) Please Read

Due to a significant reduction in our volunteer numbers, the following changes will be EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY:

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1. Final Accounting hearings will be set 60 days out instead of 30 days. GMP will have 60 days to audit instead of 30 days.

2. Accountin...