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Helping local governments stay informed MRSC Weekly Insights Helping local governments in Washington State stay informed View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/mrsc/weekly-insights-2023-09-21?e=8b00a740b8> September 21, 2023 <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=2f3a9f1202&e=8b00a740b8> From MRSC New This Week <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=62219ef696&e=8b00a740b8> The Basics of Meeting Agendas <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=633aca3944&e=8b00a740b8> September 20, 2023 by MRSC Insight <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=bdcf40a5e2&e=8b00a740b8> For open public meetings, a comprehensive, well-prepared agenda can keep things moving while ensuring all members of the governing body are on the same page. But what should be included according to statute, who should prepare it, and what happens if it needs to be amended? <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=ec176fe596&e=8b00a740b8> New Supreme Court Ruling Clarifies Undue Hardship Standard, Makes It Harder to Prove <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=2c6778387b&e=8b00a740b8> September 18, 2023 by Kendra Rosenberg <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=dc960739cb&e=8b00a740b8> The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled on a religious accommodation claim in the case of Gross v. DeJoy, rejecting the prior standard that employers could deny a requested accommodation if the cost would be “more than de minimis". <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=ff9d6d831b&e=8b00a740b8> MRSC is Hiring! <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=acaf2c377e&e=8b00a740b8> We are currently hiring a full-time accountant position with the option for remote work from a home office. Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled. Come join our team <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=f4d5d2ee03&e=8b00a740b8> ! In Case You Missed It September 13: How Local Governments Can Effectively Partner with Community Land Trusts <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=916cab3ab2&e=8b00a740b8> September 11: 2023 Planning Legislation Impacting Local Governments <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=4d444c37cd&e=8b00a740b8> <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=14a1d588ab&e=8b00a740b8> MRSC Training SEP 28 <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=d3fc43259b&e=8b00a740b8> (Free) Digging Into Public Works Fundamentals: Spokane <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=12339aacba&e=8b00a740b8> Thursday, September 28 | 8 AM - 3:30 PM | In-Person Credits: APWA-CAEC or Contact Hours OCT 17 Building Trust and Inclusivity through Community Engagement <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=8d46641394&e=8b00a740b8> Tuesday, October 17 | 11 AM - 12 PM | Online Credits: CML (E) <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=4e07ffae97&e=8b00a740b8> In Case You Missed It Establishment of Religion: How Recent Cases Affect Local Governments <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=65006dbfee&e=8b00a740b8> Recording Duration: 94 Minutes | Broadcast Date: August 22, 2023 <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=25d623d919&e=8b00a740b8> Have a Question? Ask MRSC! A Question We Answered Recently If a “work session” is advertised and open to the public but all that happens is a general brainstorming discussion and no action is taken, do minutes have to be taken? [View answer] <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=8270f29d90&e=8b00a740b8> <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=9eeebb3d95&e=8b00a740b8> Have a legal or policy question? Staff and officials from cities, counties, and hundreds of other eligible government agencies in Washington State can Ask MRSC and get a free, personalized answer! From Our Partners Department of Commerce: Final accessory dwelling unit (ADU) guidance published <https://mrsc.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=41e0a144d1e28f374cac44a28&id=6ee778fe9d&e=8b00a740b8> Association of Washington Cities: Register for Sept. 25 listening session to share your city’s experience developing climate action plans with state Rep. 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