Steve Corker
Spokane City Council
District 3 Position 1
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Steve Corker's record
while serving on the Spokane City Council
Openness and Accountability:
Made city council briefing sessions televised and open to the public,
 just like council meetings.
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Council retreats were made open to the public and to the media.
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Formed and funded the office of the Independent Internal Auditor.
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Fought for accountability regarding the River Park Square issue.
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Economic Development:
Supported and granted tax relief for the reconstruction of the
Davenport Hotel.
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Formed task force to consolidate City economic development activities.
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Consolidated and streamlined business and construction permitting
process.
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Created tax incentives to encourage multi-residential housing
in the core city.
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Served on the boards of the Downtown Spokane Partnership and the
Ventures Association promoting economic development.
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Transition Leadership:
Chaired the Transition Committee which moved the City from the
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Council/Manager to Strong Mayor
form of government.
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Chaired committee that revised the City's organizational structure from
14 operating divisions to 8, saving thousands of dollars and
creating
more efficient government.
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Developed plan to absorb resignations and early retirements resulting in
almost $2,000,000 in savings over a three year period.
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Political Courage:
Fought to protect City's interests regarding River Park Square
development.
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Stopped the unnecessary and expensive proposed Lincoln Street Bridge.
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Fought against placing the BN fueling depot over our aquifer.
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Moved on aggressive zoning against adult entertainment establishments,
getting them farther away from schools, churches and neighborhoods.
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Got the Growth Management Planning Process for the City passed and
back on track.
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Passed a stronger Junk Car Ordinance.
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