AWC RMSA Operating Committee
The RMSA Operating Committee provides guidance and recommendations regarding policies, coverages, rates, and Member Standards to the RMSA Board of Directors. These representatives are comprised of member staff who serve two-year terms and serve the membership at large.
Accepting nominations for positions on the Operating Committee
The Association of Washington Cities Risk Management Service Agency is seeking nominations/applications for two municipal staff members to serve on the Operating Committee.
Contact RMSA to find out more information on how your municipality can have a voice on the Committee!
Current Operating Committee roster
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Chair & Position 8
Brenda Martinez
City Clerk/HR Manager, Black Diamond
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Vice chair & Position 6
Karen Bennett
HR Manager, Yelm
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Position 1
Brent Kirk
City Manager, Granite Falls
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Position 2
Jim Zumini
City Clerk/Treasurer, Rock Island
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Position 3
Erin DeBerg
Human Resource Manager/EM Coordinator, North Bend
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Position 4
Tanya Dashiell
Assistant Clerk-Treasurer, Airway Heights
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Position 5
Raena Hallam
City Clerk/Treasurer, Kettle Falls
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Position 7
Carie Cuttonaro
City Clerk/Treasurer, Castle Rock
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Position 9
Ariana Cruz
Deputy Clerk, Bridgeport
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Nominations and elections
Nominations must be made by a mayor or chief executive of an RMSA member jurisdiction. Nominated candidates must complete a short application. Diverse perspectives on the Committee are encouraged and generally includes a combination of clerks, treasurers, HR directors, police chiefs, public works directors, and city administrators.
Frequency of Operating Committee meetings
RMSA Operating Committee meets three to four meetings a year, generally around four to six hours long in the SeaTac area – your travel expenses are reimbursed. Committee members serve two-year terms
Expenses
RMSA pays all expenses associated with travel to and from meetings, including transportation, meals, and lodging. Time spent away from work to attend meetings is not reimbursed.
Meeting content
Operating Committee members meet with RMSA staff and consultants to hear updates on financials, membership, claims, risk management and more. Members have the opportunity to share feedback on various topics including coverage, policies, rates, and other items important to municipalities. Committee feedback and recommendations are then forwarded to the RMSA Board of Directors for final approval.
Why join the Operating Committee?
RMSA is a member-driven, member-governed program, so serving on the RMSA Operating Committee is your opportunity to connect with your peers, share your municipalities voice and be a part of the Pool’s decision-making process. We’d love to hear from you!