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The Pulse Survey Data - As of April 2025

While results remain largely consistent with the previous survey, there are signs of cautious progress, particularly in perceptions of public safety and downtown. The Quality of Life index measured 3.5, a minimal decrease from six months ago.

The Pulse - April 2025

These are some of Spokane voters' top concerns.

Public Safety, Homelessness Remain Top Concerns
Public safety and homelessness continue to top the list of urgent concerns for Spokane residents. 80% of voters lack confidence that local government has an effective plan to address these challenges – reinforcing the need for greater transparency and measurable outcomes. Residents show strongest support for concrete investments: mental health and addiction services, youth engagement, and mobile crisis response teams.

Public Safety, Homelessness Remain Top Concerns

Public safety and homelessness continue to top the list of urgent concerns for Spokane residents.

80% of voters lack confidence that local government has an effective plan to address these challenges – reinforcing the need for greater transparency and measurable outcomes. Residents show strongest support for concrete investments: mental health and addiction services, youth engagement, and mobile crisis response teams.

Civic Trust and Government Performance
Trust in local government remains low, with 67% of voters lacking confidence in how their tax dollars are spent. Still, there’s been a modest improvement in public trust since October – a reminder that clear communication, transparency, and follow-through can move the needle.

Downtown Shows Signs of Recovery, Need for Urgency
More residents report feeling safer downtown – indicating that activation and safety efforts are beginning to take hold. Residents who feel safe visiting downtown increased by 10 percentage points (daytime visits), yet 82% remain concerned about downtown’s future. 92% agree that its health is critical to Spokane’s economic success.

Basic infrastructure and Civic Maintenance Matter
Residents are sending a strong message: Get the basics right. 91% say the city should focus on essentials like fixing potholes, maintaining parks, and addressing public safety. There’s also strong support for addressing visible quality-of-life issues like encampments in parks and on sidewalks.

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The Pulse – October 2024

ABOUT THE PULSE

The Pulse provides a benchmark dataset in the Quality of Life Index and reveals critical insights into Spokane County voter sentiment on issues such as public safety, homelessness, housing, education, and economic development. This polling series is the first to scientifically capture Spokane residents’ opinions on a wide range of critical topics, providing data-driven insights on needs and how they change over time. The poll results will guide advocacy and outreach efforts at the local, state, and federal levels, driving community-supported solutions for Spokane’s toughest issues.