Quality of life in Ritzville

Memorial Weekend in Ritzville had many alumni and visitors from other communities. Most of those folks appreciate the small-town atmosphere and cultural advantages that residents of Ritzville enjoy.

We can all agree that we have assets most small towns lack, including historic downtown, museums, water park and parks, golf course, ball fields and skateboard park. We travel east, west or south to large cities and back the same day.

We retain the small town feel because we are just far enough away from those large towns.

How do we keep that advantage over other towns and preserve our quality of life?

Simply, by caring about our community. Caring can be many things, but we are all responsible to keep the town attractive for our fellow citizens.

It’s not that hard. Mow and water your lawn, remove weeds, junk vehicles, appliances, old furniture and other garbage.

Pick up after your dog. Allow your neighbors to enjoy a clean, tidy neighborhood. Seriously, nobody appreciates a mess.

The City does not enjoy complaints and necessary corrective actions. We spend a lot of time and money on these issues, with limited cooperation. We’re developing fees, penalties and cost recovery strategies to get compliance.

If you have a mess, please consider others. If we have to enforce our standards, it’s going to be costly for you.

Please help us help you. Your neighbors and community appreciate it.