Parks and Recreation
The mission of the Parks, Recreation and Golf Department is to enhance the general quality of life for the residents of Spokane County by providing the highest quality and quantity of parks, recreation, open space, and related cultural opportunities given the available resources.
Location
The Parks, Recreation and Golf Department is located at the entrance of the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center.
Spokane County Parks, Recreation and Golf Department
404 North Havana
Secoma Building
Spokane, WA 99202
How to Reach Us
Phone: (509) 477-4730
Fax: (509) 477-2454
Announcement: General Service
Modifications for 2010 Park Season
Service Adjustments: Just as many businesses and families are experiencing fiscal challenges in this economic downturn, Spokane County Parks is no exception. Our department is working hard to do our part in 2010 to provide the best service possible with a reduced budget.
We sincerely appreciate the community’s understanding, patience and support in the implementation of what we hope will be temporary service reductions such as restroom availability, trash removal, frequency of mowing, and other maintenance services outlined below. Given limited resources, every attempt will be made to maintain the park system in a safe, clean condition.
In addition to a handful of site specific service modifications (listed below), three levels of service modifications have been established to be implemented throughout our park system (click here for map of affected sites). Parks were assigned a Level I, II, or III after careful consideration of the following criteria: 1) estimated visitation, 2) recreation league play, 3) cost of service delivery, 4) revenue generated, 5) proximity to urban areas, 6) proximity to similar services, 7) variety of activities available, 8) proximity of other parks, 9) grant obligations, 10) cooperative agreements, and 11) deed restrictions.
Questions about the 2010 Park season should be directed to Spokane County Parks, Recreation & Golf, at 509-477-4730.
Site Specific Service Modifications
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Lifeguard services at Fish Lake and Bear Lake Regional Parks will not be provided.
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Entry fees will not be charged at FIsh Lake and Bear Lake Regional Parks.
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Rental of Camp Caro Lodge shall be limited to June 1st through September 15th.
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In the past shelter rentals have been available at Liberty Lake and Bear Lake. For 2010, shelters will be available for rent only at Liberty Lake, June 1st through September 15th.
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Visitor Center at Gateway Park will remain closed for the foreseeable future.
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Quick Guide to 2010 Service Modifications
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All parks “open” seasonally: April 15th through October 15th.
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Level I
Camp Caro, Gateway, Holmberg, Linwood, Northside Aquatics/Bidwell, Orchard Avenue, Liberty Lake Regional, Plantes Ferry, Shields, Southside Aquatics/Prairie View
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Level II
Sontag, Liberty Lake ORV
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Level III
Bear Lake, Camelot, Colbert, Fish Lake, Freddy’s, Gleneden, Northwood, Pine River
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Services* provided within individual Parks June 1st through September 15th as follows:
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Restroom Facilities
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Open, 4 to 5 cleanings per week
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Will not be open
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Will not be open
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Irrigation
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YES
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YES
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Will not be activated
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Potable Water
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YES
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Will not be provided
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Will not be provided
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Garbage / Refuse Containers
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LIMITED
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Will not be provided
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Will not be provided
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Lawn Care (Fertilizer and Aeration)
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LIMITED
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LIMITED
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Will not be provided
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Mowing
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YES
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YES
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LIMITED
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Parking Lots and Gravel Roads Maintained
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YES
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YES
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Will not be provided
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Tree Maintenance and Shrub Care
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YES
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LIMITED
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Will not be provided
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Tables
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YES
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YES
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Will not be provided
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Electricity
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LIMITED
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LIMITED
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Will not be activated
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Response/Repair of Vandalism and Ordinary Wear and Tear
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YES, priority given over level II & III sites.
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LIMITED
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LIMITED
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Regular Weed Trimming
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LIMITED
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LIMITED
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Will not be provided
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Noxious Weed Control
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LIMITED
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LIMITED
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LIMITED
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Maintenance of Structures
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YES
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YES
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LIMITED
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Miscellaneous inspections of equipment and facilities such as fences, signs, backstops, drinking fountains, play equipment, benches, tables, and garbage cans, etc.
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4-5 times per week
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4-5 times per month
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Not less than once per month
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Visits to inspect & adjust sprinklers, time clocks, address dry spots, and complete minor irrigation repairs.
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4-5 times per week
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4-5 times per month
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Will not occur
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* Parks facilities may not provide the amenities or services listed above. Please see Spokane County Parks website for more detail on individual facilities and associated services and amenities provided. Services may be greater than listed above when resources allow.
Level I Park Service Modifications in Detail
Parks shall still "open" annually on April 15th and remain open through October 15th. Effective for 2010, services as applicable will be provided or otherwise limited as defined below, June 1st through September 15th as follows:
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Garbage collection and restroom cleaning will occur, but will be reduced to 4-5 days per week.
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Lawn areas will be fertilized at longer intervals, but will not be aerated.
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Staff will continue to respond to reports of vandalism, but response times may increase.
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Miscellaneous inspections of equipment and facilities such as fences, signs, backstops, drinking fountains, play equipment, benches, tables, and garbage cans will occur 4-5 times per week.
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Tree maintenance and shrub care will continue, but limited to occur at two to three week intervals.
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Parking lots will be swept and graded not less that once a year.
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Weed trimming will occur once every 2-3 weeks.
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Irrigation of lawn areas will be provided.
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Visits to inspect & adjust sprinklers, time clocks, address dry spots, and complete minor irrigation repairs will occur 4-5 times per week.
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Noxious weed control will be completed as mandated by law within the Department’s capabilities.
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Electricity will be activated; Tripped breakers may not be reset for days.
Level II Park Service Modifications in Detail
Parks shall still "open" annually on April 15th and remain open through October 15th. Effective for 2010, services as applicable will be provided or otherwise limited as defined below, June 1st through September 15th as follows:
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Garbage service will not be provided. “Pack it in, pack it out” policy in full effect.
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Restrooms will not be opened.
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Lawn areas will be mowed, but not fertilized or aerated.
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Staff will continue to respond to reports of vandalism, but response times may increase. Priority will be given to Level I sites while Level II sites will be addressed as resources allow.
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Miscellaneous inspections of equipment and facilities such as fences, signs, backstops, play equipment, benches, and tables will occur 4-5 times per month.
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Tree maintenance and shrub care will continue, but limited to occur at two to three week intervals.
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Parking lots will be swept and graded not less than once per year.
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Weed trimming will occur once every 2-3 weeks.
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Irrigation will be provided, but repairs may be delayed.
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Visits to inspect & adjust sprinklers, time clocks, address dry spots, and complete minor irrigation repairs will occur 4-5 times per month.
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Potable water will not be available.
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Noxious weed control will be completed as mandated by law within the Department’s capabilities.
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Electricity will be activated; Tripped breakers may not be reset for days.
Level III Park Service Modifications in Detail
Parks shall still "open" annually on April 15th and remain open through October 15th. Effective for 2010, services as applicable will be provided or otherwise limited as defined below, June 1st through September 15th as follows:
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Garbage service will not be provided. “Pack it in, pack it out” policy in full effect.
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Restrooms will not be opened.
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Lawn areas will be mowed in the spring to eliminate fire hazard, but will not be fertilized or aerated.
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Staff will continue to respond to reports of vandalism, but response times may increase. Priority will be given to Level I and Level II sites, while Level III sites will be addressed as resources allow.
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Miscellaneous inspections of equipment and facilities such as fences, signs, backstops, play equipment, benches, and tables will occur not less than once per month.
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Tree maintenance and shrub care will occur only to eliminate fire hazard and maintain safety standards.
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Parking lots and gravel roads will be monitored for safety concerns, but generally will not be maintained.
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Weed trimming will not occur.
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Irrigation and potable water will be shut off and unavailable.
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Noxious weed control will be completed as mandated by law within the Department’s capabilities.
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Electricity will not be activated.
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Visits to inspect & adjust sprinklers, time clocks, address dry spots, and complete minor irrigation repairs will not occur.
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Tables will not be set out.
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Gates will be locked in an “open” position for the entire season.
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