City Line Project

Spokane’s first Bus Rapid Transit line

The concept of City Line was discussed, evaluated and planned for by community partners for over 15 years before the project was funded.

City Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service has been customized for the needs of Spokane, reflecting cost-effectiveness and flexibility. It will provide earlier and later service seven days a week – making it a viable transit option in the busiest commercial corridors, especially for commuters.

Timeline

FTA Funding Event

A group of five people smiling and holding a large ceremonial check for $53,425,000 made out to Spokane Transit Authority. The check is dated January 21, 2020, for the "Central City Line BRT Project." They are standing in front of a blue and green backdrop.

Two women are shaking hands at a City Line event, with soft blue lighting. The woman on the left is seated and the woman on the right is standing, holding papers. Another woman sits in the background, looking to her right and smiling. A water bottle sits on the table.

A woman speaks at a lectern adorned with an emblem and an American flag at the City Line. Behind her is a large ceremonial check for $53,425,000, with another flag visible. The scene appears to be an indoor event or press conference.

A group of people stand on a stage holding a large ceremonial check for $25,425,000 from the Federal Transit Authority for the City Line project. The background displays a presentation screen lit in blue and green tones. The stage is located in a spacious indoor venue.

A woman with short brown hair, wearing a dark blazer, turquoise blouse, and a chunky necklace, smiles while speaking with two men, one in a beanie and glasses. The dimly lit background features blue and green tones typical of the City Line, creating a casual, relaxed atmosphere.

A group of people, including media personnel with cameras on tripods, are gathered indoors at a City Line event. The room is illuminated with blue lighting, creating a futuristic ambiance. A large screen and a bus are visible in the background.

A group of people, including two individuals in City Line uniforms and a woman in a blazer, are engaged in a conversation in a large, brightly lit indoor space. Various electronic screens and other attendees are visible in the background.

Two women are smiling and standing in a City Line bus. The woman in the foreground is wearing a light pink scarf and a dark top, holding onto a strap. The woman in the background is wearing a white top with a dark jacket. The photo has a blue-purple lighting effect.

Two women are standing and smiling at each other on a blue-lit stage with a large screen on the left and the outline of a City Line bus in the background. One woman holds an award. There are chairs and water bottles arranged in the foreground.

A ceremonial check displayed on an easel against a blue background, showing an amount of $53,425,000. The check is addressed to the Spokane Transit Authority and dated January 21, 2020. It is from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Central City Line BRT Project.

A man and a woman are standing on a stage in front of a City Line bus. The man is pointing forward while the woman looks in the same direction. The stage is lit with blue lighting, and an American flag is visible in the background. Empty chairs are beside them.

Funding Sources

City Line Funding

Community Input & Planning

Outreach

Spokane Transit held several outreach events about City Line throughout the planning process.

This included gathering feedback at in-person open houses, virtual events, online surveys, and more.

Learn more at stamovingforward.com.

Three men are engaged in a conversation indoors. The man in the middle, wearing a dark blazer and glasses, is speaking and gesturing with his hands. The two men on either side, turned towards him, listen attentively. Through the softly blurred background, hints of the city line can be seen.

A woman with glasses and long dark hair, dressed in a black top, gestures with her hand while speaking to three individuals. One person wears a blue City Line cap, another is dressed in a beige jacket, and a third in an orange jacket. They appear to be in a casual indoor setting.

A blurred image shows people gathered around a large table with maps in a bright room, backlit by large windows. Buildings and an American flag are visible outside, along the city line. The scene seems to involve a discussion or meeting, with focus on the maps in the foreground.

A group of people engaged in conversation in a brightly lit indoor setting near City Line. A man in a suit gestures while talking to another person. A woman in a checkered blanket looks on, and other individuals are visible in the background.

A group of people is gathered in front of a large screen displaying a detailed map of the city's layout. The map shows various colored lines and markers indicating different routes or areas of interest along the City Line. The individuals are partially blurred, focusing on the map.

A bearded man wearing glasses and a plaid shirt with a name tag smiles while looking down. In the blurred background, two people engage in conversation, one person wearing a suit and the other with long hair. The lighting is bright, coming from the City Line window behind them.

A close-up of a computer screen showing a detailed map with green areas, pathways, and buildings. The map, possibly representing an urban planning or landscaping project for City Line, has various routes marked in red. The surrounding text is slightly blurred.

A man in a maroon shirt speaks to another man in a blue plaid shirt at an indoor event. Both wear name tags, and a few other people are in the background. The setting appears to be a casual, professional gathering near the City Line.

Two individuals are looking at large, detailed maps placed on a table. One person points at a specific location along the city line on the map, while the other observes. They appear to be in a discussion or planning session, possibly related to urban development or navigation.

Four people stand in a semi-circle, engaged in conversation indoors. One person is wearing a navy blazer and appears to be listening attentively. The other three, dressed in casual long-sleeve shirts, chat animatedly. The setting is a spacious room with large windows offering a view of the bustling City Line.

Close-up shot of two large city maps spread out on a table. A green highlighter and yellow sticky note are placed on one map, with the city's line prominently outlined. A pair of blurred hands, possibly explaining or pointing, are seen over the maps.

A man in a suit and tie talks with a woman wearing glasses and a patterned jacket indoors. They stand beside a sign titled "Central City Line," detailing station identification and committee recommendations. The setting appears to be a professional event centered around the City Line project.

A group of people are gathered at an indoor event near the City Line, engaged in conversation. The background features tables with materials and a large presentation screen. The space is well-lit with natural light streaming through the large windows.

Two people are engaged in conversation indoors. One is facing away from the camera, wearing a checked shirt. The other, standing near a window with a clear view of the city line, is facing towards the camera, wearing glasses, a black jacket, and a strap slung across the body, appearing to listen attentively.

Construction Communications

Construction updates were communicated regularly throughout the City Line project. Outreach was made to the public including community members and neighborhoods most affected.

Phase I Construction focused on groundwork — platform construction, power and data connections, and road improvements.

Phase II Construction included enhanced amenities installation including shelters, pedestrian lighting, station markers, and real-time bus departure signs.