[3][4] The library rented space inside the city hall's basement, with a permanent location sought with funding from philanthropist Andrew Carnegie.

[3] A bond issue passed by voters in 1990 enabled the library system to replace all four of its locations, including the Comstock branch.

[6] All library branches were renovated or rebuilt as a part of a 2018 property tax bond worth and estimated $77 million and completed work in 2023.

[8] Audio and video studio production facilities are housed on the third floor, where local community low-power radio station, KVFS-LP broadcasts live from the library.

[8] The Spokane Public Library system has six total locations, including branches established in the early 20th century.