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  • You have it, use it: Home rule in Washington

    This report explores the existing authority that cities have in Washington to make decisions and laws close to home.

  • Municipal courts overview: Technology

    CMLBugThis recorded webinar session showcases how municipal courts are using technology to provide services.
    (CML: Effective local leadership; 1 credit)

  • Climate Resilience Handbook: Preparing for a changing environment

    AWC partnered with a variety of climate experts to publish a resource for city leaders and planners. Find tips for assessing and understanding the unique risks facing your community, guidance on developing a climate action plan, and strategies for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions.

  • The ethics of expertise

    Providing leadership when you’re not in a leadership position

  • Doing your framework

    The American Society for Quality’s Wanda Sturm talks about a business tool every leader in your city should consider using.

  • Formula for recovery

    AWC + NLC = TLC: federal pandemic aid for local governments in Washington and all across America

  • Harvesting hope

    Embracing mass timber technology, Darrington rebuilds its economy

  • Crisis communication

    Fife works with its neighbors to resolve a potentially volatile housing protest.

  • Goal oriented

    Mayor Jim Ferrell reflects on how being a Husky linebacker prepared him to tackle the job of leading Federal Way.

  • Vintage performance

    Walla Walla’s creative, committed leadership helps a wine country community continue to thrive even in a year of unprecedented challenges

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