A new survey reveals growing concerns about safety and homelessness in Spokane, with many residents considering leaving the city as public trust in local government declines.
According to a survey from Greater Spokane Incorporated, voters feel less safe downtown than they did last April. The survey, which included 600 interviews last month, found that homelessness and public safety remain the top concerns, along with politics, housing, and taxes.
The quality-of-life score has fallen from 3.6 out of 10 to 3.3, indicating a decline in the overall quality of life in the Spokane region.
Author's summary: Spokane's quality of life declines amid safety concerns.