FAQs

Why create a Task Force?

Spokane faces an unprecedented drug and mental health crisis that is overwhelming our community’s safety and health resources.  A contributing factor is that people who need behavior health and substance abuse services often don’t have access to much needed resources. 

This crisis impacts everyone who lives, works and visits Spokane.  Only a community led effort with support from elected officials can address these challenges to make Spokane Safe and Healthy.

Who is funding the work of the Task Force?

Current funders are Greater Spokane Inc., Waters Meet Foundation, Downtown Spokane Partnership, Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce and Avista.

How often will the Task Force meet?

The Task Force will meet monthly for nine months starting Oct 2, 2025.

What will the Task Force produce?

The Task Force will draft an actionable plan of strategies designed to make Spokane safer and healthier and deliver to Spokane County and local jurisdictions in late Spring of 2026.