Your Neighborhood Needs You
Every park bench, safer crosswalk, and neighborhood clean-up in Audubon-Downriver started the same way — a neighbor who decided to show up. We’d love for that neighbor to be you.
See Our CommitteesAudubon-Downriver Neighborhood Council is entirely volunteer-run — made up of neighbors just like you who live, work, or own a business here. There are no dues, no fees, and no experience required. Just curiosity, a little time, and a willingness to care about where you live.
Come to two meetings within 12 months, and you become a full voting member — with a real say in the decisions that shape our neighborhood.
Small Efforts, Real Change
Every project on this site — from the Audubon Park improvements to the “Slow Down” traffic signs to the asphalt art mural at Audubon & Providence — began with someone just like you raising a hand at a meeting. Volunteers don’t just support this neighborhood. They are this neighborhood.
Find Your Committee
Eight ways to make a difference — pick the one that speaks to you.
🌳 Parks & Recreation
Help shape improvements to Audubon, Shadle, and Webster Parks and other shared green spaces we all enjoy.
🚦 Traffic and Safety
Bring projects like the Audubon & Providence mural and “Slow Down” signs, coordinate speed monitors to more streets, provide recommendations to the Traffic Commission.
🎉 Community Events
Plan gatherings, park concerts, movie nights, holiday gathering, and events that bring neighbors together face to face.
📣 Communications & Outreach
Keep neighbors in the loop through our website and social media.
🏗️ Land Use, Planning & Development
Weigh in on development proposals, zoning issues, and long-term planning decisions that shape our neighborhood and the Spokane community as a whole.
🧹 Clean-Up Coordinator
Help organize and lead neighborhood clean-up events, from planning logistics to rallying volunteers.
🤝 Membership Committee
Welcome new neighbors, track membership, and help grow our council’s voice in the community.
🎨 Community Arts Committee
Bring creativity to the neighborhood through public art, murals, and cultural events.
Don’t see a fit? Tell us what you care about — new committees start with a single neighbor’s idea.
Three Easy Steps to Get Involved
Come to a Meeting
Third Thursday of each month (except July, August & December), 6:30 PM at Shadle Public Library, 2111 W Wellesley St.
Tell Us What Interests You
Chat with an executive team member or send us an email — we’ll point you to the right committee.
Become a Voting Member
Attend two meetings within 12 months and you’re officially part of the decision-making process.
We’d Love to Meet You
Whether you have an hour a month or a big idea for the neighborhood, there’s a place for you here.
Email Our Executive TeamAudubon-Downriver is located in City Council District 3 and split between County Commissioner Districts 1 & 5. Your City Council representatives are Kitty Klitzke and Zack Zappone.