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    Whether planning for growth or enriching economic strategies, cities are leading the charge. Check out these stories of lessons learned, and insights shared from Washington's cities—large and small.

  • Back to the future

    Two cities demonstrate economic revival by embracing the past.

  • TIF 101

    Understanding a key economic development tool.

  • Tomorrow, today

    Planning for your city’s future with the GMA.

  • Growth margin

    AWC board member and Cle Elum Mayor Matthew Lundh on how local leaders need to rely on each other, and leverage available resources, to better plan for the future.

  • Mission critical

    Moses Lake grapples with contamination, and a dwindling water supply, to secure its economic future.

  • Tidal splurge

    To combat recurring winter floods—and better serve its growing population—Port Orchard elevates its main street and re-envisions a downtown corridor for the future.

  • Walking the talk

    By circumnavigating the city on foot, Tacoma’s Deputy Mayor seeks to reshape public perceptions and inspire civic pride—one block at a time.

  • 90 years of AWC: Supporting cities through changing times

    AWC was born in 1933 when cities rallied together to ask the state to share its post-Prohibition liquor taxes. Ninety years later, AWC has grown to meet the ever-evolving needs of its members. Read stories about AWC’s founding, cities’ enduring legacy, and our bright future.

  • Paving the way with Montesano's Mayor Vini Samuel

    Vini Samuel reflects on her trailblazing role as America’s first woman Indian American mayor, and her legacy as Montesano’s roadbuilder-in-chief.

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