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March 20, 2019

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Cities' budget priorities
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In this video
, Candice Bock details the priority items that cities are seeking within the state's 2019-2021 budget. We encourage city officials to share our budget letter and its message with your local legislators and ask them to advocate for these priorities with their budget leaders.

Thank you for your service!
Throughout the year, AWC recommends city officials for various state boards, commissions, and committees. Congratulations to Redmond Councilmember Jeralee Anderson and Port Orchard Director of Public Works/Engineering Mark Dorsey on their recent appointments to the Public Works Board. Additionally, Richland Councilmember Phillip Lemley was reappointed to another term on the Building Code Council. Stay tuned to CityVoice for upcoming recruitments this year.

CityVoice podcast logoLast call to apply for a Municipal Excellence Award!
AWC's Municipal Excellence Awards recognize innovative city projects across the state. Your city's project or program could win an award and gain recognition from other cities throughout Washington. Short on time? Fret not! We've streamlined the process this year to make applying easier than ever. Simply tell us in no more than 400 words: What makes your project award winning? You can find examples of past winners and entries on our website. Last call! The deadline to apply is this Friday, March 22.

Apply for the AWC Board of Directors
The 2019 AWC Nominating Committee is calling for applications for odd-numbered AWC Board of Director positions. Gain an overview of director responsibilities, learn who can apply, how to apply, and all about the nominations process. Applications are due March 29.

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Participate in town hall meetings near you
Across Washington, legislators will be holding public town hall meetings to engage their community and hear local ideas and concerns on the ground. These events are a great opportunity for you to connect with your legislators and listen to the input of your shared constituents. Check your legislators' website to see if they have scheduled a town hall. If not, reach out to them and ask if they plan to host one.

Record number of bills introduced and budget release expected next week
Last week was the house of origin cutoff deadline, so now's a good time to look at the session stats. Learn how many more bills have been introduced this year compared to all of 2017's bills (the most recent long session). We are now awaiting revenue and caseload forecasts slated for March 20, followed by the House budget proposal expected on March 25. Read this week's bill hot sheet and learn about AWC's budget priorities. More

  • Bump stock buy-back program now in effect. More
  • New LEOFF 2 pension bills introduced. More
  • Density bill improves for cities. More

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  • Over 600 individuals have alerts set so they can view your new posting the moment it is made.
  • Collectively, the postings on JobNet receive an average of over 11,000 views per month.
  • Great jobs. Strong candidates. Low cost. Post your jobs on AWC JobNet today!

Job seekers can also see your jobs highlighted on social media. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn!

City of Kirkland | Deputy Director Finance & Administration

Town of Winthrop | Deputy Marshal

AWC | Health Promotion Coordinator

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CityVoice podcast logoSo you want to be an elected official…
AWC updated this pamphlet for cities to give to prospective candidates for municipal office. The pamphlet provides general information about how to work as part of a team, what cities do, roles and responsibilities, and where to go to find more information. Also, use this handy tip sheet to share important dates, along with links to the Public Disclosure Commission and Secretary of State.

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CityVoice podcast logoRegister for Labor Relations Institute Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
May 1-3 | Yakima 
Register for AWC's Labor Relations Institute (LRI)—Washington's most respected resource for public sector collective bargaining and human resources fields. LRI offers important legal updates, practical guidance, labor relations strategies, and networking opportunities to help attendees navigate the complex and ever-changing world of HR. Workshops and sessions are curated for your unique work environment, designed to sharpen your team management skills while operating within collective bargaining environments. Attendance at LRI is limited to those who solely represent the interests of management.

See you at AWC Lobby Day!
March 25 | Olympia
Come to Olympia for this one-day Capitol Campus event to add your voice and let legislators know that strong cities are the key to a great state. AWC Lobby Day is the week before an important legislative cutoff deadline, where legislators are slated to finalize policy bills that impact cities. There are still a few spots left! See the agenda and register now!

AWC trainings & events

AWC Lobby Day Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

March 25

Olympia

Small City Connectors Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

Various dates

Various locations

Labor Relations Institute Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

May 1-3

Yakima

Other trainings

MRSC: Utility rate studies and rate setting Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

March 26

Webinar

Washington State Public Works Board regional trainings

Various dates

Various locations

MRSC’s annual financial report workshop
March 21 | West Richland
April 3 | DuPont (full with wait list)
April 4 | Stanwood

MRSC’s Annual Financial Report Workshop was developed to meet the need of individuals responsible for the preparation and filing of the 2018 annual financial report. This workshop is designed for ‘cash basis’ local governments. Learn to prepare all of the required components of the annual report in compliance with the “Cash Basis” BARS manual.

MRSC: Crisis communications – How to respond effectively when the public is watching Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
April 16 | Webinar
It’s hard to get communications right during a sensitive or crisis situation, and it’s nearly impossible when you aren’t prepared. This engaging and informative webinar will help you respond more effectively when your organization lands in the public spotlight.

MRSC: Utility fiscal management series – Understanding the complexities of billing and collection
May 2 | Webinar
Part three of this three-part webinar series focuses on billing and collections, which are critical to fiscal health. Understanding your utility’s statutory authority regarding collections, billing adjustments, landlord/tenant issues, liens, and bankruptcies can help with your customer relations and the utility’s financial well-being.


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