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Does Your Code Provide Homelessness Solutions?

Does Your Code Provide Homelessness Solutions?

There are a lot of policy options for alleviating homelessness but existing codes can sometimes present unintended barriers. Here are a few common issues that can arise.

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The Janus SCOTUS Decision: More Questions Than Answers

The Janus SCOTUS Decision: More Questions Than Answers

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In Focus

These Jobs Are Most Susceptible to Automation A new report from the National League of Cities ranks 60 occupations in terms of whether they are vulnerable to being automated, suggesting ways city leaders can work with their residents to prepare. More from Route Fifty. July 19, 2018

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Workshop: Purchasing & Contracting Essentials – Ephrata

Workshop: Purchasing & Contracting Essentials – Ephrata July 25, 2018

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May a city impose business license requirements on businesses that don't have a physical location within the city limits but that do business within the city? July 16, 2018

Does a city manager have authority to adopt procurement policies and procedures without council action? July 3, 2018

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Local Government News

As bike shares spread coast to coast, cities look to Seattle for clues on how to regulate the industry July 19, 2018

Bainbridge council considers ballot measure to pay for new sidewalks, trails and other roadside improvements July 19, 2018

Why cities are pushing to help teachers afford homes July 19, 2018

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Updated Publications

City Bidding Book - Washington State July 9, 2018

County Bidding Book - Washington State July 9, 2018

2018 Budget Suggestions July 31, 2017

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Tools and Resources

Affordable Housing

This page provides a broad overview of different affordable housing tools and funding mechanisms available to Washington local governments, including articles and sample policies.

 

Streamlining Local Permit Review Procedures

This page provides an overview of the legal requirements for project review and examples of permit review procedures as well as examples of streamlined processes.

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