City Of Spokane - Company Information

City of spokane has an innovative, professional and diverse workforce that is continuously working to serve our community. the city of spokane has about 2,000 employees and operates a mayor-council, or "strong mayor," form of government. the mayor is the head of the executive branch, similar to the governor's role at the state level and the president's role at the federal level. the city administrator, meanwhile, serves in the capacity of the city's chief operating officer. the other key elected members in our government are the seven members of the city council, who make up the legislative branch of the city's government. the spokane community is nestled in the stunning inland pacific northwest and known for its natural beauty, entertainment, award-winning k-12 schools, and world-class colleges and universities. spokane's vibrant downtown core features a rich food scene and a plethora of breweries and wineries! spokane has all the perks of a big city but without many of the big city inconveniences. with four distinct seasons the outdoor activities are limitless! there are 76 lakes within 50 miles of spokane and 5 ski resorts within 2 hours of the city! we have 86 parks and 7 public golf courses as well as 12 conservation areas within 10 miles of downtown. with an average commute time of 19 minutes, spokane locals spend less time commuting and more time living our lives. our community is comprised of 29 unique neighborhoods, spokane is truly one of the most beautiful cities in the country and a great place to live and play!

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