Resolution 24-007 Commitment to Safe CommunityCITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOICANE VALLEY, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 24-007
A RESOLUTION OFTI-11, CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, DECIIAIUNG OUR COMMITMF�,NTTO A SAFE COI' M-LJNITY AND THE
ELIMINATION OF ANY AND ALL ACTIVITIES THAT CONRJBUTE TO THE INFLUX OF
FENTANYL, OPIOIDS AND OTHER ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES.
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley believes in the rule of law and upholds the sanctity of the same;
and
WHEREAS, the City supports border integrity and all meaSUres that reduce and stop the influx of
fentanyl, opioids and other illegal drugs into the United States, Washington state and the City of Spokane
Valley; and
WHEREAS, Washington state experienced the single highest increase among U.S. states in reported drug
overdose deaths between February 2022 and February 2023, an increase of 21 %; and
WHEREAS, the City condemns the distribution of drugs and a].[ other forms of illicit activities that
increase homelessness and pose a threat to the safety and well-being of out, citizens; and
W1 IEREAS, the influx of drugs in out' community drains local government resources and adds more
stress to our understaffed public safety system; and
WHEREAS, public safety is identi-fied as the City Council's top priority and included in. the city's State
and Federal Legislative Agendas with policy statements to address our concerns about the irn pacts of
fentanyl and other controlled substances upon our city; and
WHEREAS, we envision a community where all people experience optimal physical and mental health,
can live healthy and fulfilled lives, and families can flourish and raise children in a safe and SCCUre
environment.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Mayor and City Councilmernbers of the City of Spokane
Valley that we will continue to support and uphold the rule of law and take all necessary measures to
prevent the infiltration of illegal drugs and related activities into Out' City.
We commit to continually striving to enhance our C0111111LInity as a city of opportunities where people
thrive and businesses prosper.
Adopted this 26"' day ofMarch 2024,
AFTEST
MarciWatterson, City Clerk
CITY OF SPOKANE VAL,LEY
Parn 11alcy, Mayor
Approved as t form:
Ofl of tile Vty Attorney
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