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 Save the date for AWC’s 85th Annual Conference!
June 26-29 | Yakima
AWC’s Annual Conference offers something for everyone. Elected officials can earn 10 credits towards their Certificate of Municipal Leadership and return to their community with renewed ideas, insights, and contacts. This year’s theme for the 85th year is Harmony, Balance & Rhythm. Registration will open mid-April. More
Back by popular demand…The Parade of Flags
It’s baaack! Join us again this year for our ever-popular Parade of Flags event at the 85th AWC Annual Conference in Yakima! This is a great opportunity to unite all cities and celebrate everything that makes Washington’s cities so great. The Parade of Flags will kick off the conference on June 27. Learn how to include your flag this year for others around the state to admire. More
 Why does AWC care about geographic information systems (GIS)?
As an advocate for Washington’s 281 cities, it makes sense that AWC would create the GIS Consortium, a program that helps Washington communities use spatial data and technology to increase internal efficiency, boost community engagement, and improve service delivery. Read this interview with Andy Meyer, AWC Special Projects Coordinator to learn more about the GIS Consortium, why it’s core to AWC’s mission, and how to join. More
FMSIB correction to 2018 Call for Projects
The Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board (FMSIB) discovered that some instructions included in this year’s project guidelines are mistakenly holdovers from the previous paper application process. To clarify it, FMSIB modified the guidelines (highlighted in yellow) to confirm that all applications need to be submitted electronically and that there is no limit on number of pages or font size. Applications are due March 30. More
AWC JobNet is the place for cities and towns to post job openings. With more than 13,000 hits from job seekers each month, AWC JobNet can help you find the qualified candidate for your organization. Members received their discount code for free job postings last week. Learn how to activate your discount code and start using your free postings today! More
Featured jobs
City of Auburn | City Attorney
City of Maple Valley | Deputy City Clerk
City of Cle Elum | Public Works Director
The AARP Community Challenge grants
AARP knows that it takes time to build great communities. But, quick action can spark longer-term progress. The AARP Community Challenge grants fund projects that build momentum for local change to improve livability for people of all ages. Applications due May 16. More |
 Seeking nominations for AWC's legislative City Champion Award!
The 2018 legislative session ended on time with numerous successes for cities! Did your legislator do great things for cities throughout the state? Did they sponsor or sign on to a bill that made cities stronger? Did they speak up publicly in support of city issues? If so, nominate them for AWC's 2018 City Champion Award! Winners will be selected in May and recognized with press releases and in-district presentations this summer. Send your nominations with a short explanation to Dave Williams by April 16.
 Register for Small City Connectors 
April 18 | Eatonville
April 24 | Kalama
May 29 | Palouse
May 30 | Kettle Falls
May 31 | Odessa
Small cities are unique. It’s the personal and close-knit nature of small communities that make them the historical and cultural bedrock of American life. But governing a small town isn’t easy. Join AWC for a catered dinner and connect with other small cities and towns in your area to share best practices and challenges.
Congratulations to all the new mayors and councilmembers. Welcome to the city family! Through trainings, resources, and publications, AWC is here to help you develop as a municipal leader. For your first 100 days, we'll highlight some of your AWC Elected Officials Essentials right here in CityVoice.
Have you seen AWC’s Cityvision?
In case you haven’t seen it yet, check out AWC’s award winning magazine. Our website includes past issues of the magazine that cover topics important to cities and highlight real stories from you and your colleagues about how you innovate and excel in a variety of city topics. Recent magazine issues cover the opioid epidemic, broadband, collaboration, infrastructure, sustainability, culture, and the sharing economy. Check it out! More
Cityvision Citywise highlight
The most recent Cityvision issue examines the opioid epidemic and related mental health and housing challenges that cities across the state are experiencing. See the section of the magazine titled Citywise, which is a collection of three articles from experts in the field on how cities cope with challenges from mental health releases, how cities can help transform community health, and how drug companies could have avoided this epidemic. More |
