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  • Top four takeaways from RMSA’a tree assessment trainings

    Aug 19 2025

    RMSA partnered with certified arborist Alan Haywood to provide in-person tree risk assessment trainings.

  • LCB withdraws proposed change for cannabis store buffer zones

    Aug 18 2025

    The Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) members has withdrawn a proposal to shrink the buffer zones separating cannabis stores from schools, libraries, daycares, and other sensitive public places.

  • Act now: Advocate for city priorities in next federal transportation bill

    Aug 15 2025

    As the federal government works to reauthorize the nation’s surface transportation programs, the National League of Cities (NLC) and AWC urge cities to engage in the process to make sure lawmakers prioritize the needs of local governments and communities.

  • Nine things we learned at Budget Workshop

    Aug 15 2025

    In early August, we spent two amazing days in Wenatchee with over 80 city leaders from across the state learning about city budgeting and fiscal management.

  • Sign-on period is now open for nine recent opioid settlements

    Aug 15 2025

    The Attorney General’s Office sent opioid settlement information to eligible cities for the nine recent settlements with Purdue Pharma and eight opioid manufacturers. The sign on deadline is September 30.

  • Small City Resource Manual

    Aug 15 2025

    Small cities are different than their larger counterparts. This resource manual provides a brief overview of key topics and outlines important issues.

  • Preventing employee burnout

    Aug 14 2025

    Burnout is a growing concern for many employers, as it can impact morale, employee retention, work productivity and more. This session describes the signals that leaders can watch for and introduces strategies to help them prevent burnout from impacting the workforce.

  • Welcome to the Trust!

    Aug 14 2025

    Share this video with your new employees to help them understand what to expect about their health benefits through the Trust.

  • State HR & labor relations rulemaking roundup

    Aug 13 2025

    Several rounds of agency rulemaking have either already started or are coming up soon that city HR and labor relations professionals should know about.

  • Washington Supreme Court issues decision on paid military leave

    Aug 13 2025

    In late June, the Washington Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision on paid military leave.

  • Register now for AWC’s Emergency Management Forum October 2

    Aug 13 2025

    At this one-day training forum, emergency management professionals and experienced leaders will help transform city officials into champions for emergency preparedness in their communities. October 2 in Wenatchee – Register now!

  • Updated contact information for inmate PRA request litigation

    Aug 12 2025

    Some cities still have questions and issues related to the Julian Tarver litigation and inmates making Public Records Act requests.

  • Register for the 2025 AWC Member Expo

    Aug 06 2025

    Member Expo is a unique opportunity for members of AWC’s Member Pooling Programs to come together, network with peers, share successes, and learn how to maximize program benefits and services. October 8-9 in Chelan. Register now!

  • Supervisor trainings filling up fast!

    Aug 06 2025

    Make sure your supervisors that might consult on a reasonable suspicion determination are trained. Sessions filling up fast! Don’t miss out – register now!

  • Register for Member Expo!

    Aug 06 2025

    Join us in Chelan and hear from sensational featured speakers, attend drug/alcohol-focused sessions, network with Consortium staff and peers from across the state. Register today!

  • Register for Member Expo!

    Aug 06 2025

    Join us in Chelan and hear from sensational featured speakers, attend Retro-focused sessions, network with Retro staff and peers from across the state. Register today!

  • Register for Member Expo!

    Aug 06 2025

    Join us in Chelan and hear from sensational featured speakers, attend RMSA-focused sessions, network with RMSA staff and peers from across the state. Register today!

  • Register for Member Expo!

    Aug 04 2025

    Join us in Chelan October 8 – 9 for AWC Member Expo. You won’t want to miss it. Last year’s registration sold out, so register today!

  • One hour prep = lunch all week

    Aug 01 2025

    Learn how to create versatile, nutritious, budget-friendly meals that keep well and taste great, so you can enjoy stress-free, homemade lunches all week long.

  • Budgeting Basics

    Jul 31 2025

    Certificate of Municipal Leadership programAWC’s 10-part online Budgeting Basics series breaks down the various elements of budgeting. The series approaches budgeting in steps while providing guidance and advice to city officials.
    (CML: Budget; 1 credit)

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