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July 3, 2019

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LRI logoAnnual Conference wraps up in Spokane 
Representatives from 148 cities and towns across Washington attended the AWC Annual Conference in Spokane last week. Thank you to everyone who attended for making it a great success! Check out the session materials here. See you next year in Kennewick!

Welcome officers and directors!
Last week’s AWC Business Meeting included election of officers and odd-numbered district positions to the Board of Directors. See who now serves on the Board of Directors. More

Don’t miss out on up to 20 years of shared revenue for affordable housing 
AWC worked with the Legislature to create a landmark new revenue sharing program for affordable housing. These funds can be used by your city individually or in coordination with others in your region. Check out our implementation guide for the steps you need to take so you don’t lose out on this opportunity.

Public hearings scheduled to discuss new proposed overtime rules
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has formally filed a proposed rule updating the state’s overtime exemption law.  The current overtime exemption rules require most workers to meet a duties test and be paid a minimum salary of at least $455 per week, the equivalent of about $24,000 a year, to qualify. The new proposed rule would significantly raise this salary threshold beginning on July 1, 2020. L&I has begun gathering feedback from stakeholders through a formal rulemaking process, and will be holding a series of public hearings scheduled for July and August across the state. Cities with concerns about the proposed rules should provide feedback to L&I and contact AWC.

Deadline of July 12 for Public Works Board loans
The Public Works Board is soliciting applications from cities, counties, and other local governments for construction and pre-construction loans with a deadline of July 12. Awards are based on a competitive process with approximately $68 million set aside for construction loans and $17 million for pre-construction loans. Rating and ranking will start on July 15 and awards will go out in August 2019. More information about how to apply can be found at the Public Works Board website.

#BeCyberSmart
As part of its new cybersecurity resources, the Washington State Auditor’s Office has released a one-page handout describing the top three things a local government can do to respond to the ever-evolving cybersecurity threats to their systems and data.

LRI logoAWC office closed Thursday
AWC will be closed on Thursday for Independence Day and will reopen on Friday, July 5. All of us at AWC wish you and your communities a safe, happy, and festive holiday!

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2019 Housing Forum
July 8 | Bellevue 
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AWC is partnering with the Association of Washington Business, the Building Industry Association of Washington, Washington State Association of Counties, and other housing industry stakeholders to coordinate this important discussion on the emerging issue of housing availability and affordability across Washington. More

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Read the latest Cityvision feature to learn how Pasco is steering away from acrimony and toward harmony by elevating diverse voices.

 

 

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Municipal Budgeting & Financial Management Workshop Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
August 22-23| Leavenworth
A local government’s budget document is important. More than a bunch of numbers, the budget document is your primary tool for prioritizing and addressing your community’s needs. It’s also a mode of communication to your residents. Join us for this popular annual workshop that gives both novice and expert budgeters the skills to enhance their budget document. Register now!

Mayors Exchange 2019 - Fall Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
September 16 | Leavenworth
Registration now open! Sharpen your skills and expand your network with other mayors from across Washington.

Mayor as CEO 2019 Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
September 17 | Leavenworth
Registration now open! Network and learn about your dual role with other strong mayors from around Washington.

AWC Elected Officials Essentials Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
December 7 | 11 locations
It's back! Every other year, AWC hosts the popular Elected Officials Essentials to train new and seasoned elected officials. Learn the basic legal obligations and liabilities of elected office, understand statutory roles and responsibilities, and explore what makes the work at city hall so meaningful. This year’s hosts will be Arlington, Chelan, Chewelah, Covington, Gig Harbor, Kennewick, Kirkland, Olympia, Spokane Valley, Vancouver, and Yakima. Thank you to all the cities and towns that volunteered to be a site host! Registration opens October 9, 2019.

AWC trainings & events

Positioning your community to attract new business (part of 2019 Elected Officials Essentials webinar series)

August 7

Webinar

RMSA Public Records Act workshop 2019 Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

August 13

Naches

Municipal budgeting & financial management Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

August 22-23

Leavenworth

RMSA Public Records Act workshop 2019 Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

August 28

Yelm

RMSA Public Records Act workshop 2019 Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

September 3

Harrington

Mayors Exchange Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

September 16

Leavenworth

Mayor as CEO Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

September 17

Leavenworth

Elected Officials Essentials Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

December 7

12 streaming locations

Other trainings

2019 Housing Forum

July 8

Bellevue

Supreme Court Police Cases

July 10

Webinar

Land Use Case Law Update Certificate of Municipal Leadership program

July 11

Webinar

Supreme Court Review

July 23

Webinar

How to Make Your Job Easier Using MRSC’s Services

August 20

Webinar

Supreme Court Police Cases
July 10 | Webinar
The State and Local Legal Center (SLLC) offers free webinars each term on Supreme Court cases of interest to states and local governments. The Supreme Court decided no shortage of police cases this term. Topics covered range from forfeitures to fabrication of evidence to First Amendment retaliatory arrest. Join a discussion of the impact of all the police cases on states and local governments. Webinar begins at 10 am. Register

Land Use Case Law Update Certificate of Municipal Leadership program
July 11 | Webinar
This webinar examines recent land use cases and provides practical advice and guidance to help local governments improve their land use regulation and permit review processes. Offers 1.0 CLE and Legal CM credit and is eligible for CML. Webinar takes place 11 am – noon. Register by noon on July 10; $35.

Supreme Court Review
July 23 | Webinar
Join the attorneys who wrote the briefs on the census citizenship question case and the Maryland and North Carolina partisan gerrymandering cases in a discussion of these and other cases of interest to states and local governments on topics, including religious displays on public property, takings, alcohol regulation, and employment. Webinar begins at 10 am. Register

How to Make Your Job Easier Using MRSC's Services
August 20 | Webinar
Work smarter. Save money. Get answers. MRSC's suite of local government services can help you, no matter what department you work in. This webinar, including live demonstrations, will provide a comprehensive overview of MRSC's tools, resources, and information for local governments. Webinar takes place 11 am – noon. Free.

 

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