 Register for City Action Days!
February 13-14 | Olympia
There’s no better way to engage with legislators and state agency experts than at AWC’s City Action Days! Register now for this popular conference featuring informative sessions, networking opportunities, and time for Capitol Campus meetings. Start scheduling appointments with your legislators now for the afternoon of February 14. Note: The conference will officially kick off in the afternoon this year, with optional early start sessions the morning of February 13.
 Give us your feedback on our draft strategic plan
Last summer, AWC members were asked to participate in a survey to help us set our strategic direction for the next three years. Now, our draft strategic plan framework is complete and we are reaching out to you once again to ensure the plan reflects your input. We welcome your feedback by December 31!
Thank you for your service!
Throughout the year, AWC recommends city officials for various state boards, commissions, and committees. Congratulations to the following city officials on appointments made this fall:
- Mayor Carlene Anders, Pateros – Enhanced 911 Advisory Committee, Eastern Primary
- Mayor Harvey Crowder, College Place – Emergency Management Council, Primary
- Councilmember Kay Funk, Yakima – Enhanced 911 Advisory Committee, Eastern Alternate
- Mayor Leanne Guier, Pacific – Citizens’ Committee on Pipeline Safety
- Councilmember Don Persson, Renton – Forensic Investigations Council (reappointment)
- Mayor Pam Pruitt, Mill Creek – Enhanced 911 Advisory Committee, Western Alternate
- Councilmember Ben Wick, Spokane Valley – Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board
Get Involved! Education Advisory Committee recruitment
AWC is seeking applications from volunteers to serve on the AWC Education Advisory Committee (EAC). The EAC serves as a resource to AWC staff, helping to identify educational opportunities that are valuable to our members, advising on a certificate program that recognizes educational accomplishments of elected officials, and joining the discussion on appropriate educational delivery methods. City elected officials and non-elected officials are welcome to apply. Applications due January 11.
Save on equipment with new U.S. Communities contracts
U.S. Communities is pleased to announce new contracts with Herc Rentals, Big Truck Rental, and Safeware Mallory. Take advantage of savings on equipment and truck rentals, law enforcement and fire service equipment, and public safety and emergency preparedness equipment. Learn more.
 Become a featured city on AWC’s playing card deck
What do you love about your city? Where do you take visitors to show off your local flavor? We’d love to see it! AWC issues playing card decks as swag at many of our events. The decks feature beautiful and interesting photos showcasing our 281 cities and towns. Send us your photos! If you play your cards right, your city could be featured! Deadline is January 11.
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 Check out your fellow cities’ legislative agendas
This fall, we issued a call to see your legislative agendas. We’ve been adding them to our website as they roll in, check them out! If you haven’t adopted a legislative agenda yet, gather some ideas and create your own in time for legislative session on January 14.
 Register now for Healthy Worksite Summit!
March 20-21 | Lynnwood
Registration is now open for AWC’s premiere event for wellness employees. Summit highlights include featured expert speakers, more than 20 concurrent sessions, and 2019 WellCity Award winner announcements. Registration is free for Trust members. It's well worth the time – consider sending your entire committee!
Sale! 2018 & 2019 EOE webinar series: 20% off
Right now, all past 2018 and future 2019 Elected Officials Essentials (EOE) webinars are 20% off! If you have training dollars left in your budget, this sale is for you! Purchase the four webinars from 2018 and watch instantly. You can also purchase the discounted 2019 webinar package in advance to watch live, or wait for the recordings. Sale runs through December 31. Grab one or both!
MRSC: Land use case law update – winter 2018 
December 20 | Webinar
Explore recent land use cases and get practical advice and guidance on how local governments can improve their land use regulation and permit review processes.
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