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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for Local Governments

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for Local Governments

This webpage links to our comprehensive and multifaceted resources that can help local agencies stay up-to-date during the COVID-19 pandemic.

MRSC Insight Blog

More Climate-Related Legislation for 2021

More Climate-Related Legislation for 2021

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In Focus

4 Ways to Achieve Equitable Sustainability Resilience Cincinnati’s sustainability team has outlined a citywide goal to operationalize sustainability and resilience strategies that foster more equitable and inclusive programs and practices. More from National League of Cities October 15, 2021

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Upcoming Training

Creating a Diverse Workforce: Inclusive Hiring Practices for Local Governments

Creating a Diverse Workforce: Inclusive Hiring Practices for Local Governments October 28, 2021

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Ask MRSC Archives

Some residents believe that a candidate for council does not meet the residency requirement. What role, if any, does the city play in vetting the qualifications prior to election? October 11, 2021

We are currently in the process of updating our sign code. During this process can we stop issuing permits for signage or do we need to abide by our current code? October 4, 2021

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Local Government News

Cities approach spike in homicides as a public health issue October 15, 2021

Local ports feeling global supply chain ripple effects October 15, 2021

Town of Friday Harbor enacts employee vaccine mandate October 15, 2021

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Updated Publications

2022 Budget Suggestions July 29, 2021

Contracting for Services - Guidelines for Local Governments in Washington State May 6, 2021

City Bidding Book - Washington State December 14, 2020

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Tools and Resources

Sales and Use Taxes

This page provides an overview of sales and use taxes for local governments in Washington State. 

 

Tax and Population Data

This page contains data on city and county populations, assessed valuations, property tax levies, sales tax distributions, and sales tax components/rates in Washington State.

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