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Primaries, federal action, & 2021 prep – Things aren’t slowing down in August!
Action Alert: Contact your members of Congress – Direct federal funding for cities!
Updates to Prevailing Wage Program
Payroll factor guidance under Stay-at-Home orders
Lodging tax expenditure reporting due soon
New low impact development guide
Joint Transportation Committee releases Statewide Transportation Needs Assessment
Housing Trust Fund announces new grant opportunities
Governor extends eviction moratorium
Access to broadband has become increasingly important during the COVID pandemic
Pension Funding Council recommends lower pension rates
Public records reporting deadline September 1
New public records exemptions for visitor and employee logs
Commerce issues additional guidance for CARES CRF reimbursements
2020 Census to end one month early
OPMA & PRA emergency proclamation update
Senate introduces coronavirus relief proposal
Six takeaways from the CARES Act update from Commerce and the Auditor’s Office
5 takeaways from the Governor’s briefing with city and county leaders
10 tips for working with your legislators
Economic impact of the COVID-19 emergency hit home for cities and the state
OPMA & PRA emergency waivers and suspension extended for one week
Food insecurity ongoing challenge for Washington residents
Webinar to discuss new FCC order on wireless communication facilities
Governor’s Office releases updated proclamation on utility ratepayer assistance and disconnects
Governor Inslee extends Transportation Improvement Program annual update deadlines
Upcoming Public Work Board workshops
OFM releases quarterly transportation revenue forecast
Changes in Washington overtime rules effective July 1
New guidance and audit advice issued for use of CARES funds
Emergency changes to shared work program benefit employers and employees
Update on wetland mitigation guidance
Yet another report proposing to transform Washington’s waste system
New grant program for homeless shelters
Housing Action Plan guidance now available
Partnership opportunity for affordable housing and early learning facilities
Reminder: HB 1406 deadline at the end of the month
2020 Census moves forward despite COVID-19
COVID-19 survey finds big financial impact on Washington cities
AWC's City Champion Award
New Statement of Policy to be voted on by AWC membership
Cities balance reopening, protecting public health, and conversations about racial equity and policing
State Public Works Board announces June broadband infrastructure webinars
WSDOT Local Programs Biannual 2020 Report
Changes to utility tax disclosures taking effect this month
New PFML rule takes effect soon – AWC advocates for repeal
New public records exemptions begin soon
Additional data breach reporting requirements
OPMA & PRA emergency waivers and suspension extended through June 17
New law impacts state & federal law enforcement actions at court facilities
New sexual assault kit storage requirements
Ecology requests reviewers for updated wetland mitigation guidance
First reports on statewide plastic packaging study released
Grants for affordable multifamily rental housing
Rulemaking to standardize climate impacts assessment for projects begins
Climate change planning grants available
Important HB 1406 deadline approaching
Two federal funding bills propose fiscal relief for cities
Take action: Support flexible, long-term federal funding for cities for COVID-19 response
COVID-19 may result in special session – Talk to your legislators now
PERS 1 one-time benefit increase takes effect July 1
JLARC extends 2019 public records reporting deadline to September
Comments due May 6 for Paid Family & Medical Leave proposed rule changes
Recently released recycling reports highlight producers’ role
New standards for faith organization hosting of homeless
Supreme Court rules that Clean Water Act covers discharges to groundwater
Budget and finance bills going into effect soon
State CARES funds to be shared with Washington cities
Lodging tax expenditure reporting deadline extended
State Auditor’s Office financial reporting deadline extension
Current status of Basic Law Enforcement Academy training
Supreme Court upholds I-976 injunction through appeal
Ask legislators to extend OPMA and PRA waivers beyond May 4
See who signed on to AWC’s letter to the Governor & read the good outcome
Senate approves $484 billion coronavirus funding package
Paid Family & Medical Leave proposed rules could drive up city medical benefit costs
Two housing bills vetoed, including an AWC priority
Governor vetoes $450 million in spending as the state’s budget outlook rapidly changes
Cities need direct and flexible funding to respond to the COVID-19 crisis
COVID-19 fiscal impact survey from NLC – April 3 deadline!
Injunction on I-976 remains in place for now until Supreme Court can rule on stay pending appeal
2020 session begins on an optimistic note and ends on a downbeat
Legislature funds study to expand MAT services in jails
The shadow of Ruckelshaus study on land use policy continues
The year of “net ecological gain”
Homelessness was a budget focus this year
Session started with strong economic forecast, but overshadowed by COVID-19 impacts
Social equity program moves forward, other cannabis bills fail to pass
Progress made on comprehensive culvert approach
Few major infrastructure policies pass while Public Works Trust Fund remains funded
State transportation leaders reckon with cuts due to car tab initiative
Busy and successful session for our housing priority
Bills mostly favorable for supporting general city operations
Exemptions for public employees pass, other PRA bills fail
Short session sees a variety of employee-focused bills
Cities bring attention to tax increment financing, but more work is needed
Public safety summary – Compromise is key
Congress enacts Family First Coronavirus Response Act
Rapid COVID-19 Housing Grant information
COVID-19: OPMA guidance from Attorney General & other resources
Legislature wraps up its work amid COVID-19 emergency
Legislature adopts final supplemental budgets
City officials in D.C. – COVID-19 and more
Trial court affirms I-976 decision and lifts injunction
Transportation budget contains numerous important studies and workgroups
Comprehensive plan timelines bill rescued from the grave
Net ecological gain proviso adopted
Watershed culvert approach gets a major boost
PERS 1 COLA heads to the Governor’s desk for signature
Several bills bring changes to criminal sentencing and protections
Legislature passes bill providing relief and resources for sexually exploited children
Affordable housing bills finalized
Bills impacting human resources make it through the Legislature
Several bills impact general government operations for cities
New training & certification requirements established for corrections officers
Bills increase access to substance use treatments
Administrative Office of the Courts to conduct study and pilot project for vacating convictions
Marijuana Social Equity Program heads for the Governor’s desk
“Block the box” bill passes both Senate and House
Autonomous vehicle testing bill heads to Governor’s desk
Legislature passes bill to help cities dependent on Streamlined Sales Tax mitigation funds
Bill that remits Boeing’s B&O tax preferences passes both chambers
Proposal that increases tourism fee awaits Governor’s signature
Final days of the 2020 session – Sine Die is March 12
Consumer data bill amended to retain preemption and report on city data
House passes amended facial recognition bill with private right of action added
Councilmanic authority to pass sales tax for affordable housing one step closer to law
Bill that would expand tribal property tax exemption passes House and Senate
Two density bills pass the Legislature
C-PACER bill advances through House and Senate
Compost use mandate passes Legislature
Voice your support for the “HB 1406 fix” bill
Proposal authorizing King County to adopt payroll taxes for housing and homelessness is dead
Annexation by interlocal agreement coming soon!
ADU preemption bill approaches floor vote
Legislature advances proposal for dig law updates
LOCAL Program funding cycle now open
Legislation requiring labeling of disposable wipe products passes House & Senate
Faith organization homeless hosting bill passes
Public records employee information exemption makes it through both chambers
Senate adopts amendments adjusting sexual assault kit storage requirements
Adopted amendment brings reasonable change for workers compensation self-insured employers
Bill limiting law enforcement actions at court facilities passes both chambers
Bill allowing for mobile gas operators passes both chambers
Governor ensures workers’ compensation coverage for quarantined health workers and first responders
Second Circuit Court rules that federal government can withhold grant funding
Action Alert: Ask your senators to pass HB 2804 to give cities more economic development tools
Action Alert: Contact your legislators now to pass HB 1590
We are in the homestretch for the 2020 session
Supplemental budget updates with some twists and turns
Short-term solutions used in both Senate and House transportation budget proposals
Bill allocating state resources for sexually exploited children advances
Urban density options bill adds more options!
Bill requires greater transparency for subcontractors on public works projects
Ask your senators to pass HB 1590 to give cities tools to address the housing crisis
Changes to facial recognition legislation require suspension of existing programs
The bill to amend HB 1406 continues to move
Amended bill adjusts rollout of program to vacate criminal convictions
Local Revitalization Financing remains alive in the House – Talking points for city officials
Senate amends PFML bill
State to help pay for elections, potential new costs for cities
Amended workers’ comp bills target employers with additional penalties and requirements
Unrelated home occupants bill is amended and moving
Bill modifies storage requirements allowing police to prioritize sexual assault kits
Bills creating employee personal information exemptions still moving
House and Senate include PERS Plan 1 COLA in budgets
Bill to address chemicals in drinking water
ADU preemption bill changes in committee
Changes to SEPA exemption bill for homeless sheltering
House & Senate release 2020 supplemental budget proposals
Budgets are here!
ADU bills video
Bill establishes pilot program for vacating 8.4 million criminal convictions
Transportation budgets to be released early this week
Revenue forecast predicts additional $606 million this biennium
Bill authorizes King County to adopt payroll taxes for housing and homelessness
Net ecological gain standard is back as a budget proviso
Two bills take different approaches for utility tax disclosure requirements
Bills to ban foam packaging and plastic bags advance
Police performance evaluation preemption bill moves to the House
Senate bill impacting independent medical examinations undergoes significant changes
Exemptions for records requests for employee data move forward
COLA for PERS Plan 1 participants sails through House and Senate
Senate passes bills on closed captioning, form of government elections, & data breach notices
Bill adjusts conflict of interest rules for small cities
Additional changes to onerous facial recognition bill adopted
Cities have a seat at the table to discuss opioid penalties expenditures
Several bills impacting the criminal justice system voted to move to the Senate
Program promoting social equity among cannabis retailers moves forward
Bill providing resources and relief for sexually exploited children moves forward
Bill adds minor changes to resiliency analysis of CETA
New annexation method for code cities moves forward
Bill prohibiting limits of unrelated home occupants passes Senate
GMA climate goal advances
Good housing bills advance, preemption bills lose momentum, but MFTE bill appears dead
Economic development legislation continues to advance
Action Alert! Contact your legislators now to pass Multifamily Tax Exemption
Kicking off the second half of the legislative session
Trial court upholds constitutionality of I-976 on all but two legal challenges
Bill authorizing King County payroll taxes for housing and homelessness in negotiations
Cities encouraged to complete survey on vehicle fleets
DRS and some cities receive large records requests for employee information
Key takeaways from economic and revenue forecast presentation at Mayors Exchange
Bike signal bill passes House
AWC priority bill on local transportation revenue options to be heard
Bill proposes to revise the 1% property tax cap
A bill to amend HB 1406 is advancing
Annexation alternative bill passes House
See why a comprehensive culvert approach makes sense
Wide range of bills impacting public safety and criminal justice advance
Public Works Board announces new workshop and grant opportunities
Electrification of Transportation Systems grants now open for application
Bill returns to regulate how cities allow homeless encampments hosted by religious organizations
New rules proposed for Paid Family Medical Leave program
Ecology’s drought response bill returns
Several human resources related bills advance
SEPA exemption bill for homeless sheltering
Plastic bag ban is back
How cutoff dates work in the life of a bill
Legislative session reaches midpoint—action now moves to floor votes
NLC “fly-in” and a voice for cities in D.C.
Your legislators need to hear from you to oppose state mandates of local land use decisions
Thank you for your support for Tax Increment Financing
Update on priority legislation to expand the Multifamily Tax Exemption program
Public records bill amended with adjusted employee information protections
LRF bill moves forward with amendments
Several bills impacting human relations move out of committee
Three problematic workers’ comp bills advance out committee
AWC priority bill on local transportation revenue options heard this week
Legislators amend program promoting social equity among cannabis retailers
Governor’s sheltering bill gets a complete rewrite in committee
Privacy bills move forward with changes
Amended legislation creates real-time verification system for courts
Census Bill of Rights progresses in the House
Changes to facial recognition fails to bring relief for local government
New process proposed for handling sexual assault kits
New amendments to seizure and forfeiture bill
Amended bill reinstitutes polygraph requirement for police
Legislation allowing for immediate fireworks bans is on the move
Sales tax reinvestment program for workforce housing bill
Proposed new SEPA exemptions for infill development
Proposal prohibits rail crews from blocking emergency vehicles
“Net ecological gain” bill improves significantly in committee
NLC released electric scooter and micromobility report with recommendations
Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board releases annual report
Bill to align GMA and SMA planning gets amended in committee
GMA climate goal bill passes out of committee
Week 4 of session with cutoff deadlines looming
Proposal to require cities to disclose utility taxes on billing statements
House bill and joint resolution pave the way for TIF in Washington
Bills modify public records requirements
Bills propose changes to several employee-related programs
New transportation revenue proposal to be heard
Sign up for the introduction to CETA webinar
Increases proposed for business license applications
Legislature considers limiting steel used for public works
Landscape maintenance rulemaking updates
Another bill proposes to change permit application timelines
2020 city B&O tax rates update
Updates to motorcycle parking requirements
Bill adds permanent affordable housing as eligible project for LRF programs
House bill provides greater funding for LRF projects
Streamlined process for changing form of government under consideration
Proposal would increase tourism fee but threaten tourism promotion funding
Compost use mandate amendment needs feedback
Bill requires additional protection of archaeological and cultural sites
JLARC’s lodging tax reporting system open for 2019 reporting
Senate to hear three bills reimposing Initiative 976
Proposal expands exemption to competitive bidding for community service organizations
Several bills propose changes to the criminal justice system
New process for handling sexual assaults kits
Growth Management Hearings Board reform bills diverge
Bill addresses police procedures relating to missing person cases
Legislators consider program promoting social equity among cannabis retailers
New requirements proposed for police seizing contraband from minors
Legislators look to tie county jail funding to MAT requirements
Mobile on-demand gas providers seek state standardization for permitting
New regulations seek to limit cannabis and vapor advertising
Bill seeks to address donation of utility property for affordable housing
Priority bill to expand the Multifamily Tax Exemption program
Shared housing bill up for hearing
Strong city voices filled City Action Days this week
Hoping to make an anonymous land use violation tip? Not so fast
Multiple gun regulation bills considered in the House
Bill allows city-owned utilities to donate low-value surplus property
Bill threatens to preempt cities’ utility lien authority
JLARC’s lodging tax reporting system is officially open for 2019 reporting
New bill modifies marijuana testing protocols during hiring process
Bill restricts ability to consider traffic citation information in officer performance evaluations
Several bills adjust workers’ compensation in Washington
Bill allows for waiving or modifying safety violation penalties incurred during an emergency
New bills clarify municipal authority to set minimum labor standards at airports
Greater access to opioid medication the focus of bills
Senate looks to alleviate burden on indigent defense
House and Senate consider differing facial recognition bills
Bill authorizes electric utilities and PUDs to encourage customer electrification
Bills authorize use of bicycle traffic control signals
Bill requires additional protection of archaeological and cultural sites
Bill authorizes cities to provide passenger-only ferry service
Senate bill proposes to institute per-mile charges on electric and hybrid vehicles
Bill expands use for city traffic safety cameras
LOCAL Program webinar recording and slides now available
Clean air, green streets, carbon sinks…oh my!
House bill outlines new protections and procedures at Washington court facilities
Changes proposed to make it easier for nonprofits providing affordable housing
Bill on local ballot measure committee membership scheduled for a vote
New requirements for fire and smoke control systems testing
Bill encourages pet adoptions over retail pet sales
Converting state environmental policies from “no net loss” to “net ecological gain”
Bill delays implementation of state energy code for two years
Comprehensive climate companion bill will be heard
Mandatory ADU bill back for round two
Three bills look address sexual assault and sexual exploitation among children and youth
Bill expands access to jail records for medical purposes
Governor’s homeless sheltering proposal has first hearing
Multiple bills impacting law enforcement will be heard on the Hill
Proposed state pilot program provides intervention and treatment funding to counties
Bill sets forth new reporting requirements for elected city attorneys
New approach to protecting consumer data
Bill to limit elections in odd-numbered years receives a hearing
Several cannabis bills receive hearings
Bill increases seizure and forfeiture reporting requirements
Proposal to create a home-sharing grant program
Bill to reduce unnecessary SEPA reviews
Three bills affect how impact fees are set
Phasing out single-use plastic food service products
First week of session kicks off with lots of action
Bill establishing facial recognition regulations receives a hearing
I-940 trainings available to law enforcement agencies
Bill proposes major changes to impaired driving statutes
Proposed changes to critical areas for salmon recovery
GMA bill reduces environmental review for density projects
Bill proposes modifications to permit application timelines
Legislators propose new methods to fund needed academy classes
House bill establishes centralized background check system
A new bill aims to modify city election dates
Bill proposes impact fee to fund opioid impact program
Legislators propose changes to police officer hiring process
Senate bill proposes sweeping changes to privacy regulations in Washington
Bill creates additional funding opportunities for local parks
Changes to securing vehicle loads law proposed
Bill codifies how large vehicles use roundabouts
Legislators propose protections for residents during 2020 Census
WSP Crime Lab develops new process for public records requests
Broadband ReConnect Program workshop in Seattle area
Bill proposes C-PACER financing option
Landscape maintenance rulemaking updates
Minor change proposed to resiliency analysis of CETA
New legislation requires labeling disposable wipe products
HB 2145 proposes to remove property tax cap
Bill threatens to preempt cities’ utility lien authority
Department of Revenue releases Local Business Licensing Partnership plan & report
JLARC’s lodging tax reporting system is officially open for 2019 reporting
Hearing on I-976’s constitutionality scheduled for early February
Proposal to align planning updates of GMA and SMA
Bill proposes to limit membership on ballot measure statement committees
Bill proposes to integrate salmon recovery efforts with growth management
Bill proposes increased data breach reporting requirements
Bills propose changes to the state transportation systems policy goals
Proposal to waive utility connection charges for shelters
Bills propose to address climate change through the Growth Management Act
Appointed municipal court judges may be eligible for PERS retirement benefits
State-funded reports highlight benefits of trails
Bill prohibits limits on unrelated occupants living together
Bill requires cities to address illicit discharges from RVs
Accessory dwelling unit bill proponents reaching out to city officials
The 2020 session is finally here!
New density bill will be heard in committee
PERS Plan 1 cost-of-living increase proposed
Proposed bill would restrict city authority to impose business taxes
New bill would expand tribal property tax exemption
Governor’s proposed transportation budget to be heard this week
AWC creates Clean Energy Transformation Act municipal working group
LOCAL Program webinar on financing options for local governments
Two bills propose changes and exemptions to Public Records Act
JLARC publishes 2018 public records request data
Is your city facing litigation related to public records?
WASPC announces RFP for Arrest and Jail Alternatives Grant Program
Restrictions on breed-specific ordinances take effect
2020 Census funds still available for cities
Governor proposes significant new homelessness investments
Rulemaking begins for oil transport
Commerce awards $91.6 million for affordable housing projects
Supreme Court declines to consider Martin v. Boise case
Commerce extends deadline for housing planning grant opportunity
Commerce seeks comments on draft rule for affordable and supportive housing
Do you have a new Complete Streets policy?
Washington still leads as #1 “bike friendly state”
Governor proposes multipronged climate change package
Governor releases supplemental budget proposals
2019 is a wrap – Looking ahead to 2020
OFM offers limited Census 2020 funds for cities
New minimum wage & overtime rules for 2020
Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits available Jan. 1
DRS receives large records request for employee information
National League of Cities announces 2020 advocacy agenda
New guidance in on accounting & reporting for leases
CERB approves over $5 million for community & economic development
NLC releases guide on opportunity zones
Public Works Board approves broadband study grants – See which jurisdictions received funds
Clean Energy Transformation Act rulemaking continues
New safe passing distance law for bicycles & others starts Jan. 1
Recycling Development Center launches
Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge
State’s Road Usage Charge recommendations move forward
Washington Supreme Court overturns years of takings law precedent
Commerce awards $1.7 million to help homeless students and families
Grant program to address local culverts accepting proposals
State revenue quarterly forecast updated
Court stays implementation of I-976
AWC responds to I-976 and resources for cities
Last chance to register for Wednesday’s PFML webinar
2019 election results will have far-reaching impacts
Year-end deadline for 46 B&O tax cities to make mandatory tax ordinance updates
CERB funding available
New guidance in accounting for and reporting leases
Sunshine Committee releases 2019 annual report
State affirmative action measure R-88 narrowly defeated
Where does cannabis revenue go?
Clean Energy Transformation Act proposed rules
Final report of Dig Law workgroup released
Public Works Board November meeting review
Order your city materials for the 2020 Census
Make it count! 2020 Census webinar on December 13
Public Works Board schedules public workshops on new broadband service access law
Grant funding offered for fish passage projects
New changes to recently updated Homelessness & Housing Toolkit
WSDOT City Safety Program call for projects
Housing Trust Fund accepting applications for multifamily housing preservation
Grants under HB 1923 awarded to 52 cities
AWC 2020 Legislative Priorities – Now is the time for your city to adopt its legislative agenda
New recommendations for Orca recovery
DOR Releases WA Sales Tax Rate Lookup mobile app
Public Works Board accepting grant applications for broadband project studies
Key takeaways from rural broadband workshop
CERB funding available
AWC webinar on 2019 B&O tax model ordinance
Coming soon: Paid Family Medical Leave benefits begin January 1
Department of Retirement Systems adopts new employer responsibility rules
2020 Census kicks off in less than six months
New NLC report: What cities should know about cybersecurity
Decision deadlines approaching for cities not partnered with FileLocal or state’s Business Licensing Service
Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) update
Washington Highway User Federation opens registration for annual transportation briefing
Autonomous Vehicle Work Group meets for final time this year
Check out AWC’s resources on the transportation-related Initiative 976
Funding available for new modular, homeless housing projects
Salmon Recovery Act rule changes being considered
Federal transit-oriented planning grants now available
Funding now available for new Defense Community Compatibility grants
Newly revised water system resources for review
Updated guidance on ‘piggybacking’
Preview the 2020 City Legislative Priorities
FCC cable order effective date set
Applications open for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
Clean Energy Transition Act webinar
State Auditor’s Office hosting free local training
City B&O tax model ordinance update almost finalized
JLARC extends law enforcement mapping survey
AWC launches 2020 Census resource page
$2 million in mental health field response grants awarded to local law enforcement
L&I extends public comment period on new overtime rules
AWC needs your input on draft cannabis legislation
Auditor rolls out tips to help local governments #BeCyberSmart
Personal delivery devices can now be licensed
Grants for HB 1923 close soon
New online resource for affordable housing planning
Update on statewide Drug Take-back Program implementation
Rulemaking proposed for Oil Spill Contingency Rule – New hearing scheduled
Seeking feedback on cannabis related draft bills
Congratulations to the new Speaker of the House
Register for two free webinars covering FCC Order on cable franchising
Initiative 976 headed to voters with potential impacts to state and local transportation funding
Public Works Board approves $85 million in infrastructure loans
Space available at free rural broadband workshops
State Auditor announces hourly billing rate adjustment
Incentivizing the development of commercial office space
New state law incentivizes increased residential building capacity and density
Draft city B&O tax model ordinance sent out for review
L&I seeking feedback on proposed sick leave FAQ
JLARC reporting system reopened until August 28
Measure to repeal affirmative action initiative makes November ballot
The 2020 Census is hiring!
Law enforcement mapping system survey is now open
States & cities clash over potential opioid settlements
Public hearings coming up for proposed building code changes
Drinking Water Consolidation Study grants open
Reminder: Housing Trust Fund soliciting applications for affordable housing projects
Fish Consumption Rule in flux
JLARC recommends modification of the Multifamily Housing Tax Exemption program
Grant application period opens for freight rail capital projects
Guidebook on civilian-military land use now available to community planners
Rulemaking proposed for Oil Spill Contingency Rule
Learn how to advocate for your city during the legislative interim
Updates to City B&O tax model ordinance underway
Setting the stage for 2020
Public defense improvement grant applications open now
Washington Nonprofits and OFM releases 2020 Census resources
Law enforcement grant program due July 19!
PFML premium remittance & reporting due by July 31
Proposed overtime rules scheduled for a series of public hearings
Agency rulemaking begins on prevailing wage for landscape maintenance
NLC Housing Task Force releases report
Ecology releases 2020 water quality project funding list
Joint Transportation Committee hears report on city transportation funding needs
Feds seeking comments on changes to reporting blocked railroad crossings
Housing Trust Fund soliciting applications for affordable housing projects
Ruckelshaus Center releases report of new GMA vision & planning framework
Update on Ecology’s water resource policies
AWC files amicus in support of city rights-of-way in FCC legal challenge
Celebrating our 2019 City Champions and kicking off 2020
National League of Cities releases Micromobility Guide
Statewide initiatives and referenda update
“Keep Washington Working” bill signed into law; amends policy for when law enforcement can provide information to federal immigration authorities
Law enforcement training rulemaking adopted
Governor’s Smart Communities Award winners announced
L&I proposes new overtime rule
JLARC public records reporting now open
HB 1087 establishes new, long-term care insurance program funded by employee premiums
I-1000 to take effect July 28 – no mandates for local government
DRS announces new employer pension contribution rates
PFML premium remittance and reporting begins July 1
B&O tax surcharge on services
Nonresident sales tax changes take effect July 1, 2019
City B&O tax model ordinance update
Attorney General adopts new tribal consent and consultation policy
Ecology launches statewide recycling education campaign – Recycle Right
Rulemaking announced for railroad oil spill planning
New resource to identify project grant and loan funding
Newly passed affordable housing bills require city action on tight timelines
2019 was a solid session for cities – now we look ahead to 2020
Infrastructure funding takes a hit again, but some good news for public works contracting
A busy year for Washington transportation policy
Addressing the behavioral health system: improvements made, more work to be done
Tough budget decisions amid new revenue
Non-housing land use and planning bills
Many open government bills introduced, few become law
Economic development wins and losses
General government grab bag
Plastics, recycling, and orcas drive environmental policy changes for cities
A few major energy policy bills enacted this year
Key public safety and cannabis issues addressed this session
2019 Legislature passes an array of personnel bills
Progress made towards a systems approach to correct fish-blocking culverts
Late breaking proposal stabilizes and strengthens toxic cleanup and prevention systems
Affordable housing takes center stage; slower year on homelessness
Initiative 976 headed to voters; potential impacts to state and local transportation funding
2019 session adjourns on time – a solid session for cities
Legislature reaches deal on final state budget in last days of session
Graduated REET and state service B&O tax bills pass as part of state operating budget revenue package
Late-breaking MTCA bill a big win for cities, but it is not without risk
AWC priority housing bill passes during budget negotiations
Final status of recycling-related bills
Affirmative action initiative passed by Legislature, will become law
New law requires a searchable database of land use decisions
Legislature passed bills heard by Finance Committee on Friday
AWC’s public records reporting fix bill passes Legislature
May 15 is the deadline for submitting 2018 lodging tax reports
Legislature passes Governor’s broadband bill
Sunshine Committee recommendation bill passes Legislature
State passes transportation budget over weekend, heads to Governor
Amended public works bid limit bill passes Legislature
SR-167, I-405 tolling and bonding bill passes Legislature
First-responder occupational disease compromise bill signed by Governor
AWC requests veto on $300 million LEOFF 2 transfer bill
Bill proposing new requirements for state-paid stormwater fees passes Legislature
Firefighters’ pension levy bill passes with modifications
Paint stewardship bill returns from the dead, passes Legislature
Last minute fix made in key density bill
Opioid treatment bill advances to Governor for signature
Trueblood settlement bill unanimously passes Legislature
Hate crimes bill passes Legislature
Legislature passes bill related to informant and eyewitness evidence
Animal fighting bill delivered to Governor
Final week of session is here!
Data tool explores Transportation Benefit District revenues threatened by I-976
Trueblood bill passes House
Tax bills related to operating budget move out of committees
Senate refuses to concur on changes to firefighters’ pension levy bill
$300 million LEOFF 2 transfer bill advances to the Senate
City pavement data reporting reform bill signed into law
Firefighter safety best practices bill signed into law
Bill concerning the electrification of transportation signed into law
Union dues bill passes Legislature
Robot delivery device bill passes Legislature
Motorized foot scooter bill passes Legislature
Affirmative action initiative gets joint hearing in the Legislature
House amends and passes public works bid limit bill
Bill establishing new law enforcement grant program passes Senate
Behavioral health community facilities bill passes House
New legal framework for short-term rentals passes the Legislature
Self-help housing bill passes House without REET exemption
Pollinator habitat protection bill passes Legislature
Parks deannexation bill passes Legislature
House passes Governor’s broadband bill
City support needed to keep AWC’s public records bill alive
Opioid treatment bill passes House
Voluntary site cleanup for housing bill passes Legislature
Drug Take-Back Program rules released for comment
Chemical Action Plan bill passes Legislature
Amended version of 911 local tax option bill passes House
Smoke alarm bill passes House
Domestic violence reform bill passes Legislature
Firearm removal and protection orders bill passes Legislature
House amends and passes bill dealing with property in impounded vehicles
Legislature passes marijuana convictions vacations bill
Wrongful death bill passes Legislature
Final cutoff looms while budget negotiations are ongoing
Help needed to pass public works bid limit bill
Opportunity to join coalition letter of support for AWC priority housing bill
Key density bill passes Senate and retains local authority
Action needed to support MTCA reforms
Bill changing firefighters’ pension levy spending options passes House
Affordable housing development by religious organizations bill amended
Trueblood bill advances in House
Bill sets new state goal for food waste reduction
Broadband access gains momentum in both Washingtons
House committee moves public records availability bill
Opioid treatment bill advances in House
Bill establishing new law enforcement grant program advances
Delivery robot bill passes Senate
Senate amends and passes union dues bill
First-responder occupational disease compromise bill passes Senate
Tiny house communities bill passes Legislature
Priority REET bill passes Legislature
Self-help housing companion bills diverge
Department of Revenue Partnership meetings
Bill addressing impaired driving amended in Senate
2018 lodging tax report deadline approaching
On-site sewage systems bill passes Legislature
B&O tax annual filer and apportionment bills pass
House B&O surcharge proposal potential impacts on city utilities
Bill addressing sexual assault kits passes the Legislature
Three budget messages to deliver to legislators
The home stretch – three weeks left to make an impact
Public works bid limit bill amendments impact small works roster
Bill to increase local option tax to fund 911 services
Status of recycling and plastics reduction bills
Wrongful death bill advances
House PERS 1 COLA bill moves out of fiscal committee
First-responder occupational disease bill passes committee
State Treasurer introduces new online directory of state grant and loan programs
Save the date: Public Records Act University
Broadband bills divert PWTF dollars
Transportation budgets pass both chambers, head to negotiations
Marijuana convictions vacations bill amended in the House
Tiny house communities bill amended to allow student builders