Inland Empire Way, upper Latah-Hangman · Updated Oct. 14, 2026
Neighbors want lasting fixes for speeding on Inland Empire Way, such as speed humps, a stop sign or flashing signs. The City’s speed trailers no longer collect data, so there are no fresh numbers to point to. We are collecting what neighbors see and tracking the City’s traffic calming process.
What’s happening
Neighbors in the upper part of the neighborhood have asked the council for help with speeding on Inland Empire Way. Ideas raised include speed humps, a stop sign and flashing speed signs. No specific location or design has been chosen.
The City’s Mobile Speed Feedback Program has historically placed radar trailers on neighborhood streets and published the speed counts. In 2026 the trailers no longer collect data, because Public Works found the data was inaccurate. The council applied for a trailer for Inland Empire Way this spring, but we have no confirmation that one was placed. Without counts, it is harder to show the City how fast traffic is moving.
The City’s Traffic Calming program takes requests through Spokane 311. Requests received February 2 to March 31, 2026 are being considered for the next funding cycle, with quick-build projects possible in 2026 and permanent projects in 2027 and later.
Why it matters
Inland Empire Way is a through route that neighbors, children and people walking share with fast traffic. Traffic calming is slow and competitive, and the City ranks requests partly on data and volume of complaints. Lasting fixes depend on the City hearing specific, repeated reports from the people who live here.
The City Council also passed an aggressive speeding ordinance in June 2026, covering aggressive speeding, exhibition of speed and street racing. It does not name specific streets. Exact passage date, effective date and penalties to be confirmed.
Where things stand
- Next — Ask the City which Inland Empire Way locations are on the traffic calming list for the next cycle, and whether any speed data is available. No City response on file.
- November 2026 — Comprehensive Plan amendments, including a rezoning along Inland Empire Way, are expected to receive formal adoption. Date and scope to be confirmed.
- June 2026 — City Council passes the aggressive speeding ordinance unanimously. Exact date to be confirmed.
- Spring 2026 — Council applies for a Mobile Speed Feedback trailer for Inland Empire Way. No confirmation that a trailer was placed.
- March 2026 — Neighbors submit speed hump and flashing sign requests; Council members report they are under review for the next project cycle. Relayed secondhand; not confirmed by the City.
- February 2 to March 31, 2026 — City accepts traffic calming requests through Spokane 311.
- 2026 — City speed trailers stop collecting data after Public Works finds the data inaccurate.
How you can help
You do not need to be an expert. What you see every day is useful.
Start here (a few minutes)
- Tell us what you see. Where on Inland Empire Way is speeding worst, and at what times? Share it in the form below, and name the spot as precisely as you can.
- Send your own request to the City. Report the location through Spokane 311 (spokane311.org or 3-1-1). More requests from more neighbors carry weight.
Sources & documents
- City of Spokane, Traffic Calming program update (Feb. 13, 2026)
- City of Spokane, aggressive speeding ordinance news release (June 2026)
- City of Spokane Office of Neighborhood Services, Mobile Speed Feedback Program
Community discussion
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