As an elected official, it’s your job to make sure legislators know your city’s needs. This introductory session provides an overview of the legislative process and details how to make the best use of your time when advocating for cities. Understand how to navigate the state legislative process, what information and tools are available to you from AWC, and how you can make a difference at the state level. Find out more about AWC’s 2026 legislative agenda and what to expect in the 2026 legislative session.

• Brush up on the state legislative process
• Discover the tools and information available to you from a variety of sources
• Explore exactly what it means to advocate well

This webinar is for city/town mayors, councilmembers, city administrators/managers, and city clerks.

Recorded: September 23, 2025

Presenters

Candice Bock, Director of Government Relations, AWC
Carl Schroeder, Deputy Director of Government Relations, AWC
Steven Ellis, Government Relations Advocate, AWC
Derrick Nunnally, Government Relations Advocate, AWC

PowerPoint presentation slides

Recording

Resources

• AWC | Advocacy tools
• AWC | Bill tracker
• AWC | 2026 City Legislative Priorities
• AWC | Learn how to sign in and testify
• AWC | Best practices and tips for testifying on a bill
• AWC | How to navigate the WA State Legislature website
• AWC | How to meet with your state elected officials during session

City elected officials earn 1 credit toward your Certificate of Municipal Leadership in the Leadership competency area. Click here to let us know you’ve completed the training.