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  • Essential resources for elected officials

    Dec 11 2019

    Take a look at AWC’s library of resources for elected officials. Newly elected and seasoned officials alike will find valuable content.

  • State revenue quarterly forecast updated

    Dec 11 2019

    The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council (ERFC) recently updated its forecast of Washington State revenues.

  • Cityvision November/December 2019

    Dec 10 2019

    Talking points: How cities can make an impact in Olympia

  • Law enforcement officers (LEO) and PTSD

    Dec 07 2019

    New presumption laws have changed LEOs ability to file workers’ compensation claims for PTSD due to cumulative exposure. This webinar will cover the current legal landscape, with any updates to employer obligations, provide guidance on how cities should proceed once they receive a PTSD claim and what is expected of them as the employer, and how they can help their employees. We will also discuss prevention: how to assist officers with these issues before it becomes a claim.

  • Learn to manage meetings with parliamentary procedure. Register now!

    Dec 04 2019

  • 2019 GIS Consortium project highlights

    Dec 03 2019

    Check out the AWC GIS Consortium 2019 project highlights

  • Court stays implementation of I-976

    Nov 27 2019

    Earlier this month, AWC joined a broad coalition in filing a suit, including seeking an injunction, to determine Initiative 976’s (I-976) legality. On November 27, t­­­he trial court granted the coalition’s request for a preliminary injunction on I-976.

  • Check out our 2020 Census resource page

    Nov 25 2019

    Check out AWC’s Census resource page where cities can find information, resources, recommendations, and tools to help ensure a complete count.

  • Register for City Action Days

    Nov 21 2019

    Held annually during the legislative session, this popular event for city officials includes updates on city legislative priorities, insider panels, news about legislative hot topics, and a "hill climb" to meet with statewide decision-makers at the Capitol. Happening February 19-20 in Lacey.

  • Dealing with prickly people

    Nov 20 2019

    Hear from last month's sold-out Member Expo keynote speaker Steven Irwerson, as he shares his tips for successfully dealing with prickly people.

  • Top DOSH citations for cities

    Nov 19 2019

    We wanted to share with you the list of top citations DOSH gave to Washington cities and towns this year.

  • Five winter safety tips

    Nov 19 2019

    Cold weather is upon us, and that means there are additional hazards your field staff must be cognizant of and be prepared for.

  • Engaging your workforce in safety

    Nov 19 2019

    Written and formalized safety programs and important, but safety culture really grows when staff at all levels are engaged in safety and believe in its mission and leaders’ commitment to it. In this webinar we will discuss how to approach employee engagement with the safety program and provide examples of successful engagement initiatives and programs.

  • AWC responds to I-976 and resources for cities

    Nov 18 2019

    The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is joining a broad coalition in filing a suit to seek an injunction and determine the legality of I-976.

  • Last chance to register for Wednesday’s PFML webinar

    Nov 18 2019

    Register for AWC’s webinar to learn about the new law and requirements for employers.

  • 2019 election results will have far-reaching impacts

    Nov 18 2019

    This month’s election will have far-reaching impacts on cities for several reasons.

  • Year-end deadline for 46 B&O tax cities to make mandatory tax ordinance updates

    Nov 17 2019

    The deadline is quickly approaching for the 46 B&O tax cities to make mandatory updates to their B&O tax ordinances to comply with laws passed during the 2019 legislative session.

  • CERB funding available

    Nov 17 2019

    The Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) is now accepting applications for funding for all programs, including rural broadband programs.

  • New guidance in accounting for and reporting leases

    Nov 17 2019

    In June 2017, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) issued Statement No. 87, a new accounting and reporting standard regarding leases.

  • Sunshine Committee releases 2019 annual report

    Nov 17 2019

    The Public Records Exemptions Accountability Committee (Sunshine Committee) has released their 2019 annual report.

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