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  • Studies conclude pension mergers possible

    Jan 06 2017

    During the 2016 session, the Senate considered a bill to merge the LEOFF 1 (Law Enforcement Officers’ and Fire Fighters’) and TRS 1 (Teachers’ Retirement System) pensions systems.

  • Legislation expected on regulation of small cell networks

    Jan 06 2017

    AWC staff and representatives from a number of cities have held several meetings with Verizon in response to Verizon’s expressed intent to introduce legislation aimed at facilitating the rollout of small cell networks and 5G wireless technology.

  • Statewide pharmaceutical take-back program proposed

    Jan 06 2017

    Rep. Peterson (D – Edmonds) has dropped HB 1047 to prevent the abuse and misuse of pharmaceuticals.

  • Over at least the next 15 weeks, we will keep you informed and at crucial times, will ask for your help

    Jan 06 2017

    The 105-day 2017 legislative session is now underway. Over the coming weeks, legislators and Governor Inslee will consider, debate, and ultimately decide how to invest in our collective future.

  • Legislative Bulletin – 2017 legislative session begins today!

    Jan 06 2017

    Read this week's edition of the Legislative Bulletin.

  • Cityvision November/December 2016

    Dec 01 2016

    Human capital: How cities can pursue connections and common cause in Olympia

  • Change agents: On the front lines of climate mitigation and adaptation

    Sep 20 2016

    Cityvision magazine (September/October 2015) explores the primary strategies for addressing climate impacts including mitigation (reducing greenhouse gases) and adaptation (preparing for changes already under way).

  • Cityvision July/August 2016

    Aug 01 2016

    In with the new: Cities create spaces for innovation

  • Cityvision May/June 2016

    Jun 01 2016

    Within reach: Internal and external collaboration lifts cities up

  • Cityvision March/April 2016

    Apr 01 2016

    Scaling the walls: Cities employ smart risk management to reach their goals

  • Short Course on Local Planning

    Feb 18 2016

    Certificate of Municipal Leadership programThe Short Course on Planning is the pre-eminent training course on land use for planning commissioners and elected officials in Washington. Access this training through a series of ten short videos.
    (CML: Community planning and development; 3 credits)

  • Cityvision January/February 2016

    Feb 01 2016

    Raising the roof: Communities tackle homelessness with housing and services

  • CityVoice

    Jan 26 2016

    CityVoice is AWC’s weekly electronic newsletter for city elected officials, city staff, and associate members. The newsletter delivers information relevant to cities including breaking news, state and federal updates, tools and resources, research and data, training opportunities, and grant notices.

  • City-County Assistance Account

    Dec 17 2015

    Check out how City-County Assistance distributions are calculated and see how much your city can expect.

  • A summary of House Bill 2136, comprehensive marijuana market reforms

    Dec 17 2015

    Passed in 2015, HB 2136 is the Legislature's first effort to amend Washington's recreational marijuana law. Among its numerous provisions, the bill restructures the recreational marijuana tax structure, provides for local revenue sharing and flexibility, and clarifies many of the provisions of the original law. This resources outlines marijuana excise tax revenue sharing for cities.

  • City Trends Report

    Jun 04 2015

    The City Trends Report, published in 2012, evaluates the changing municipal landscape with its critical shifts, challenges, and opportunities.

  • Cityvision magazine

    May 08 2015

    Cityvision magazine, published every other month, tells the story of Washington's 281 cities and towns.

  • Budgeting for Cities and Towns in Washington State

    May 08 2015

    Budgeting in cities and towns is about allocating scarce resources across a variety of community needs. This publication covers both the basics of city budgets and provides a look at innovations.

  • Budgeting basics

    Mar 15 2013

    Certificate of Municipal Leadership programAWC's 10-part online Budgeting Basics series breaks down the various elements of budgeting. Redmond's Finance Director Mike Bailey shares his approach to budgeting and provides guidance and advice for all elements of the budget process.
    (CML: Public sector resource management; 1 credit)

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