Strong city advocates
Effective advocacy starts from home. As city leaders, you are the connection between your legislators and your community. AWC developed the tools below to help you become a more effective local advocate for strong cities and to show you how to work well with local legislators in Olympia. Strong cities are the key to a great state.
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This advocacy guide provides information on how to engage with your legislators, local media, and community to secure a strong city-state partnership and increase positive legislative outcomes for cities.
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Cities are where the majority of Washingtonians live and where the state’s economy thrives. Read this fact sheet to find and share specific data points about the notable benefits that cities bring to the state.
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AWC’s State of the Cities research reports reflect the fiscal conditions, policy issues, and service challenges of the 281 cities in Washington state and communicate the links between the health of cities and the state’s economic health. These research reports present a comprehensive analysis of the current conditions that impact our cities and the challenges and solutions cities anticipate in the future.
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Check out AWC’s advocacy iceberg for advice on what you can be doing to advocate for your city or town—and see all of the work going on under the surface during the legislative interim.
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Develop a relationship with your local media. This is a great opportunity to educate community members about what your city needs. This will help spur action and hold legislators accountable.
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City and town officials that conduct lobbying activities may need to report to the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC). Find out what you need to know.
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Many cities across Washington have seen positive legislative outcomes by developing a city legislative agenda and working with their local media. See who they are and get ideas of your own.
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There’s no better way to engage legislators and state agency personnel than at City Action Days. This popular two-day conference is held each winter during the legislative session.
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