Spokane group installed 29 painted benches at bus stops without approval to address poor transit conditions.

Spokane Reimagined installed hand-painted benches at 29 bus stops across Spokane without city approval, aiming to improve transit comfort and highlight inadequate infrastructure. The initiative, launched in early July and timed with National Week Without Driving, addresses long wait times and lack of seating, especially on weekends. While the benches offer temporary relief, the group pushes for permanent shelters and systemic changes, criticizing current funding and planning barriers. The effort underscores transportation equity and civic engagement, urging officials to prioritize non-drivers.