SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane City Council Members Kitty Klitzke and Zack Zappone proposed a budget amendment on Friday to boost library funding and enhance public safety.

The proposed amendment aims to allocate an additional $800,000 to libraries, add a public defender position, and fund a regional fire authority study, according to city officials. It also plans to restore a City Channel 5 position while reducing funding for the City Council Office.

"We have heard loud and clear from our constituents. Libraries are a vital resource in our community," Council Member Zappone said.

He added that libraries offer a range of services, including safe programming for families, internet access for low-income residents and free arts and literary events.

Council Member Klitzke highlighted the need fo

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