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John Moe, director of Riverfront Park, described the proposal as a private capital investment by Mica Moon to build and operate a zipline running roughly 1,500 feet from the Place of Truce Plaza to the east end of Red Band Park. He said the operator expects to invest about $1.8 million in capital and requested a 15-year term with a five-year renewal option to amortize that investment. The agreement includes a proposed annual permit fee of $50,000 to parks, an optional $12,000 per year to Riverfront Park for storage or ticketing support, and a 3% annual escalation clause.

Mica Moon (doing business as Spokane Skylines) would be responsible for capital, operations, maintenance, rider safety, security, accreditation (post‑year one), and required insurance and bonding, including a restoration bond to guarantee removal if the attraction ceases operation. The proposal includes a five-stop shuttle within Riverfront Park intended to reduce neighborhood parking impacts and provide mobility access inside the park. Moe said the Spokane Tribe has been engaged and advised on siting for the landing platform; the Spokane Club has provided verbal agreement for aerial rights and staff are negotiating final air rights with Avista.

Board members asked about routing underneath the Monroe Street Bridge, neighborhood impacts and shuttle routing; staff said the flight path had been designed with clearance and maintenance access in mind. John Moe emphasized that several external approvals remain required: building permits, Department of Ecology and FERC compliance, Avista aerial rights and Spokane Club approval; the agreement contains a nullification clause if those approvals are not secured.

After discussion, the board approved a motion to forward the permissible-use agreement for Spokane Skylines LLC (Mica Moon) to the city council for consideration. City council will consider two readings (an ordinance is required because the city owns property on both sides of the river) and additional permit approvals if council approves the agreement.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","June 12th, 2025 Spokane Park Board Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","The Spokane Park Board voted to forward a proposed permissible-use agreement with Spokane Skylines (Mica Moon) for a downtown zipline to city council, moving the project to the next stage of review and permitting.","taxTitle","Spokane, Spokane County, Washington","taxId",2644,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6746134,"Park board approves no-cost MOU with Hope Soccer 2026 to pilot mini-pitches",978,534000,1512000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3788085-1db2109641d99b139e8c2bb775083d68&start=534&end=1512","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3788085-1db2109641d99b139e8c2bb775083d68/thumbnail_534000.jpg","/articles/6746134/Spokane/Spokane-County/Washington/Park-board-approves-no-cost-MOU-with-Hope-Soccer-2026-to-pilot-mini-pitches","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6746134-0f2cd8c279e441c1b5cbfb1c0951e75a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770529769&Signature=NU~iC1cKCYmLiEBxI7iL0AL6YZVXBYGDBxodNEk6-rTjYLvQySlmlKp82zIoe-BHiXg11Mb0EzxLIcPCngqJ3HezXIeRDECZj2lx76O9UWoCGLh~tXKQr-io6NEty1~A3QTVCdNJ7muJOGbrLGjwaUZRG1g7D~NzQkrG-KyCfb3-yFpzO6FqYVLuuOkEmf8re4tvFMW77FeAotmEvHBs8ocUNMIJK3bxrsRwrsPTLR8jWyq-HMhIbTwMhk8P71VQC02LqVbHHhkN2VVrs3o9E8tcO6TMO0bkQaiJC07HYG82DIsjyTrkiRqcsccxr~oS7Vn~YLaMHKbahAfYdNKF~A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Spokane Park Board voted to approve a no-cost memorandum of understanding with Hope Soccer 2026 to install and operate modular \"mini pitch\" surfacing on select out-of-service sport courts and provide free soccer-based programming for youth.

Nick (Park staff) described the mini pitch product as an interlocking artificial turf tile that can be laid over existing damaged courts to restore playability without full reconstruction. He said sponsors, including Musco Lighting, would cover installation costs estimated at about $100,000 per site, and Hope Soccer would provide coaching and outreach at no cost to the parks department.

Gabriel, who identified himself as president of Hope Soccer 2026, told the board the organization uses soccer to connect children to mentoring, life skills and community services and emphasized that programming would be free. \"We are so excited for Spokane, seeing how soccer is growing,\" Gabriel said during the presentation. A Hope Soccer board member added the program has worked with orphans and underserved youth internationally and ties participation to school performance in previous projects.

Staff and board members discussed candidate locations, including Friendship and Grant Park, with Mission Park also considered but judged complicated by existing racket-sport demand. Board members asked about age ranges; Hope Soccer representatives said their programs typically work with children about 10 and up but can be adapted for younger elementary participants.

The memorandum establishes a pilot to convert one out-of-service court at a selected site, includes coordination language with Parks recreation staff, and contemplates a renewable term (committee recommended review every two years with an option to renew up to 10 years). The board approved the MOU by voice vote; the motion carried unanimously.

The agreement is no-cost to the parks department. Staff said minor, site-specific repairs (sealed cracks, basic prep) could be addressed by parks if needed before installation. Hope Soccer representatives said they plan to offer clinics, invite local partners (police, fire, schools) and target neighborhoods with limited access to free youth sports.","The Spokane Park Board approved a no-cost memorandum of understanding with Hope Soccer 2026 to install modular artificial \"mini pitch\" surfacing on existing, damaged sport courts and provide free youth programming. Installation costs are covered by sponsors; Hope Soccer will run clinics and community outreach focused on elementary-age children.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6746119,"Park rangers report rising citations and ask for staffing expansion tied to levy",326,4932000,5258000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3788085-1db2109641d99b139e8c2bb775083d68&start=4932&end=5258","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3788085-1db2109641d99b139e8c2bb775083d68/thumbnail_4932000.jpg","/articles/6746119/Spokane/Spokane-County/Washington/Park-rangers-report-rising-citations-and-ask-for-staffing-expansion-tied-to-levy","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6746119-9345c794dea6bced1a0bb98cfb1ffa2d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770529769&Signature=otuRk5Jnv3l2n6asA4v4jCd0Wuw~I9sq0HF34EfJ0SWOOWmEs-QvoU1oIhluzpEARKNR9DScoR1OwkTYh9wfv5auzTHvuIsHqVsuKXKN2WkqrZsawYItGKJHWcJVFZ0toVnYDh428lWYPl7BLhc~KO9PfTweypTk4~q3K1lXOb6uyHKG48S5Z76MHu~PKDrPHn7lIacwRjxOvTDOiKyadgyP4DlhEM2NI8X4xwWkddE3wseclggK-UpH6DnO~hSw8OEiz3IsG-gtd1KLXNGUQDkhrje236sFlCCIDnbjbfo4S9GldHUUA5OmWMuw50jHPIKy1KCGBHzsNt~fGu0vnA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Park Ranger Supervisor Jacob Vanderberg updated the board on program staffing, enforcement statistics, and equipment needs, reporting higher citation and arrest activity in 2025 and outlining a request for expanded staffing contingent on future levy funding.

Vanderberg said the ranger program currently includes several full‑time rangers and seasonal staff; three rangers hold limited commission authority through Spokane Police Department that allows them to make criminal trespass arrests. He reported 3,856 calls for service in 2024 (2,348 in Riverfront Park and 1,508 in other parks), 722 citations issued in 2024 and 125 arrests (June–December). Year-to-date 2025 figures show 1,426 calls for service and 58 arrests, with citation numbers increasing as the team has intensified enforcement of drug‑paraphernalia and trespass issues.

Vanderberg described enforcement priorities that include addressing unlawful entry after hours, unlawful camping, drug-paraphernalia use in playgrounds and vandalism. He said the rangers coordinate with Spokane Police dispatch (CAD) and are called to assist SPD when appropriate. He also noted the program recruits from SPD cadet and explorer programs.

Looking ahead, Vanderberg said additional staff, a dedicated fleet (including a side-by-side and updated e-bikes) and upgraded radios and equipment would be needed to expand a neighborhood-ranger model that pairs rangers to SPD neighborhoods (Northeast, Northwest, Downtown, South). He asked the board to consider staffing expansion in the context of the proposed parks levy / Together Spokane funding measures.

Board members thanked rangers for their work and asked how members of the public should contact rangers; Vanderberg said calls should go through Spokane Police dispatch, which will notify rangers via radio.","The Park Ranger supervisor reported increased citations and arrests in 2025 and described limited-commission authority with Spokane Police Department. Rangers requested expanded staffing, vehicle fleet and equipment contingent on the proposed parks levy / Together Spokane funding.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6746124,"Board awards $47,866 contract for Don Cardone Bridge interpretive panels",29,4201000,4230000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3788085-1db2109641d99b139e8c2bb775083d68&start=4201&end=4230","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3788085-1db2109641d99b139e8c2bb775083d68/thumbnail_4201000.jpg","/articles/6746124/Spokane/Spokane-County/Washington/Board-awards-47866-contract-for-Don-Cardone-Bridge-interpretive-panels","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6746124-3ed93828364a6cfd476e92e70d44d273/orig.mp4?Expires=1770529769&Signature=XmmxM~jAXp-bERl8-WkVp4ZiTTIuy~94rSyxw5SOBF~41e8fCMsEJ0rzLgsj-MP9a-9fQySDTUzV9wuXjMAoJiG4tYV1dDlzJOpSk4MQq53y0IlMjNwTeTR07vvuX8smx0w4honON9l6vRB7XraCKGyGiLtEL4ud6SZAtq3HFcX6PN6BhyFIXrm-x8rfuzdPhqytwPVy1L1CFzVUubBRb21lw6qHq38S4HQFIkjaow94smfdmmmwtg7JVS0WR61HKyTRVbE50DTtBlIFUkbtr7SwW4rCzQkAN2rWbTjUWv0KmadZ8gQRWZtS0ovJOPBcTY~6dNF9Q~5u54ilpT1ePg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Spokane Park Board voted unanimously to award a $47,866.05 construction contract to Kruger Sheet Metal Company to fabricate and install interpretive, cut-metal panels on the Don Cardone Bridge.

Nick (parks staff) described the panels as weathering-steel cut-metal interpretive units placed into existing bridge overlooks to tell the stories of partner organizations such as Gonzaga University, Friends of the Centennial Trail and the Spokane Lilac Bloomsday Association. The signage package includes QR codes linking to online content and an informational call-to-action encouraging support for the Centennial Trail.

Two bids were received; Kruger was the low apparent bidder and the price came in significantly under the project's $130,000 allowance. Staff said Berger Partnership will review shop drawings and quality controls during fabrication. The board moved and approved the contract by voice vote. Staff indicated the work is required by October but anticipates earlier completion.

Board members noted anti-graffiti coatings will be applied to help preserve the panels and thanked donor partners for their contributions to the bridge project.","The Park Board approved a construction contract with Kruger Sheet Metal to fabricate and install weathering-steel interpretive panels on the Don Cardone Bridge, celebrating community partners and linking to online content. The contract came in under budget and is expected to be completed before October.","actionData","errors"]

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