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Welcome new and reelected officers and directors!
Officials from Washington’s cities recently gathered in Yakima for AWC’s Annual Conference. During the conference, AWC held the association’s Annual Business Meeting, which included the election of officers and even-numbered district positions to the Board of Directors. See who is on the Board of Directors. More
2018 Initiatives: groceries, guns, and greenhouse gas
Three new Initiative campaigns met the filing deadline with at least 260,000 signatures before the deadline that are being verified for certification to the ballot by the end of the month. All three could impact local governments – find out how.
 Visualizing housing costs in Washington
Can a cashier in Walla Walla afford a two bedroom apartment? How about a waiter in Seattle? AWC’s Open Data Portal shows the impact of rising rents across the state.
Are you Flickr famous?
More than 500 attendees from 138 cities and towns took part in AWC’s Annual Conference. Check out AWC on Flickr for photos of the conference. Browse more than 200 images of sessions, events, exhibitors, and more. You might just see yourself!
It’s a wrap!
If you’ve attended an AWC Annual Conference, you know city staff and elected officials come from all corners of Washington, representing big cities, small towns, and everything in between. This year’s conference in Yakima was a huge success, hosting discussions on homelessness, economic development, fish passage, and more. Watch the 2018 conference wrap up video to see highlights from this year’s conference.
Thank you, retiring city employees!
Each year, AWC recognizes city officials retiring after 20 or more years of service to cities with the Civic Service Award. Check out a list of retirees who earned this year’s Civic Service Award and their years of service. More
US Communities new contract: Shred-it
U.S. Communities announces new contract with Shred-it. Protect your government agency’s confidential information while saving money and time. More
Congratulations to 115 WellCities!
The WellCity Award recognizes employers that meet nine best practice standards for employee health promotion. These recipients have earned a 2% discount on their 2019 medical premiums. Members of the Employee Benefit Trust are eligible to apply for the award. Recipients were recognized through this video at AWC’s Annual Conference in Yakima. More
Congratulations to the WorkSafe Employer!
Congratulations to the City of Kennewick for earning the WorkSafe Employer Award. The award recognizes members of the AWC Workers’ Comp Retro Program who have met eight best practice criteria, building a robust and comprehensive safety program. WorkSafe Employers are fully invested in creating a workplace culture and system where worker safety is a priority – where every employee can go home safe every night. Hear why their culture of safety is so important across the City of Kennewick. More
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WASPC announces mental health co-responder grant
The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) recently opened the grant application period for their new Mental Health Field Response Teams Program. AWC worked closely with WASPC to support and fund this grant last year in the Legislature. This grant will help law enforcement agencies establish and expand capabilities to respond to mental health related issues. AWC encourages cities to apply for this grant. In addition to applying for grant funding, applicants will be demonstrating the need for such funding now and in the future. The application period is open until August 1. More
 Prepare to streamline your business license 
August 8 | Webinar
By the end of this year, every city with a business license will implement changes required by legislation passed in 2017 (EHB 2005). Find out what the city task force on the model business license threshold developed for cities to implement by January 1, 2019. Learn about model threshold deadlines and what you need to know to comply with the mandatory model threshold. More
Utilize surplus properties for affordable housing
August 15 | Webinar
Cities and other local governments now have new authorities to dispose of surplus property at less than market value for affordable housing purposes. Learn about the new law and what it means for cities. Explore case studies with similar laws and hear about opportunities from the perspective of housing advocates. More
Practical tips for employers post — Janus v. AFSCME
July 18 | Webinar
The U.S. Supreme Court decision in Janus v. AFSCME could mean significant changes to how public sector unions operate. The court ruled that agency fees (a significant source of revenue for unions) are unconstitutional. This webinar is an overview of the decision and explores how it will impact unions and employers. More
Elected Officials Essentials: Community planning and development 101
August 1 | Webinar
Recognized as one of the most important city official responsibilities, community planning can have a range of long-term impacts on a community’s character, land use patterns, economic vitality, and natural resource viability. Ultimately, it impacts the physical health of community residents. Learn basic principles of community and land use planning from American Institute of Certified Planners Fellows Steve Butler and Leonard Bauer. More
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