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Posts for October 2020

Promising Practices for Washington Local Governments: October 2020

October 29, 2020  by  Byron Katsuyama
Category:  Law Enforcement ,  Economic Development

This post highlights promising practices in revitalizing downtown cores, reimagining the functions of law enforcement, and paperless approval processes.

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What Does the New Robert’s Rules Mean for You?

October 28, 2020  by  Ann G. Macfarlane
Category:  Guest Author ,  Legislative Body

From guest author and Professional Registered Parliamentarian Ann Macfarlane, this blog post looks at the latest edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised.

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Voting Rights and the Election

October 26, 2020  by  Linda Gallagher
Category:  Elections and Voting

This blog discusses a number of elements of Washington State elections that help keep them secure and accessible for everyone. 

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Details of a Public Works Bid

October 22, 2020  by  Judy Isaac
Category:  Purchasing and Contracting

This blog post covers some regulations and typical details that make up a public works bid. 

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Allegations and the PRA: Navigating the Disclosure of Internal Investigations

October 19, 2020  by  Sarah Doar
Category:  Public Records Act

This blog post looks at questions that might arise when a request is made for a public record pertaining to the internal investigation of an employee. 

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Washington Supreme Court Finds I-976 Unconstitutional

October 16, 2020  by  Oskar Rey
Category:  Court Decisions and AGO Opinions ,  Revenues

This blog provides a brief overview of a recent Washington Supreme Court ruling striking down I-976.

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A Refresher on the Gift of Public Funds

October 15, 2020  by  Oskar Rey
Category:  Gift of Public Funds

This blog provides on overview of the state's prohibition on gifts of public funds for local governments and elected officials, including tips on avoiding violations of the prohibition. 

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Climate Change: What Can Local Governments Do?

October 8, 2020  by  Jill Dvorkin
Category:  Climate and Sustainability

This blog explains the basic elements of a Climate Action Plan, provides examples, and shares some of the many resources related to climate policy.

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Goodbye from Finance Consultant Mike Bailey

October 5, 2020  by  Mike Bailey
Category:  MRSC News and Updates

Finance Consultant Mike Bailey is retiring. In this blog post, he reflects on his many years working with and for local governments in Washington State.

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Micromobility Moves Forward in Washington, Despite the Pandemic

October 1, 2020  by  Leah LaCivita
Category:  Cycling and Walking

This blog post looks at scooter share pilots recently launched in King County and Seattle. 

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