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Home My WebLink About092923 Friday 5 _ Insider Edition _ September 29_ 2023ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. This week's wrap up of county news <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=c4b5b5cb53&e=03d5c964a3> September 29th, 2023 <https://mcusercontent.com/6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a/images/c834e276-5bd8-0bb3-8828-286708884c46.png> <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=29e0dfbc6f&e=03d5c964a3> COUNTY SPOTLIGHT Navigating Uncertainties: Washington Counties Stand Tall Amidst Potential Federal Government Shutdown As the clock ticks towards October 1, an air of uncertainty surrounds the possibility of a Federal Government shutdown. While it’s important to acknowledge the potential challenges, it’s equally crucial to highlight the resilience and preparedness of Washington State’s counties. The Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) stands as a foundation to support and is ready to assist counties in weathering any storm that may come their way. Read More <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=573e0eb351&e=03d5c964a3> Want to receive this email in your inbox? Click here to subscribe. <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=0de39c4258&e=03d5c964a3> LATEST NEWS COUNTY NEWS <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=ae100dee0d&e=03d5c964a3> New PRA Exemption Available to Protect Employee Safety New in 2023, ESHB 1533 amends the Public Records Act to exempt from disclosure certain information on employees (and dependents) who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, harassment, or stalking or who are enrolled in the state's Address Confidentiality Program. READ MORE <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=988c15a094&e=03d5c964a3> <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=d15bc5ee00&e=03d5c964a3> FEDERAL NEWS <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=0f79cc0a93&e=03d5c964a3> Counties Get Creative to Attract Workforce in the Face of a Labor Shortage Even with federal support like the American Rescue Plan Act and the CARES Act, local government is one of only two sectors yet to return to pre-pandemic levels of employment, as all other major industry sector employment continues to grow. READ MORE <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=b03e50959c&e=03d5c964a3> COUNTY NEWS <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=b720b0ede2&e=03d5c964a3> Divert Breaks Ground on Anaerobic Digestion Facility Driven by Washington’s Organics Management Law HB 1799, Washington’s Organics Management Law, requires municipalities to develop plans for source-separated organics collection and disposal starting in July of next year, with some exceptions. Businesses that generate at least eight cubic yards of organic waste each week would also be required to manage such waste on site or through collection services. The Longview facility is one of the first projects to address the law, which set organics diversion and collection requirements when it passed last year. 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READ MORE <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=eb9970fb43&e=03d5c964a3> UPCOMING EVENTS OCTOBER 3 Treasury’s ARPA Flexibility Guidance: Relief from Natural Disasters Webinar | 11:00 am | FREE Learn More <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=d070d8c6cc&e=03d5c964a3> OCTOBER 17 Building Trust and Inclusivity through Community Engagement Webinar | 11:00 am | $40 Learn More <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=adf0ccce23&e=03d5c964a3> COUNTY HIGHLIGHT <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=732efd44bd&e=03d5c964a3> Okanogan County est. 1888 Like many of its surrounding counties, Okanogan County was initially settled as a trading post during the gold rush in the late 1800’s. First used as an outpost for fur and pelt trading, the discovery of gold and silver in 1858 catalyzed an influx of settlers to the county, though its gold production never exceeded fourth in the state. The economy still relies on resource extraction, but not of gold: Okanogan County’s primary industry is timber and wood processing, containing a plywood and veneer mill that employs many of the county residents. In addition, Okanogan County is a key producer of fruits and wheat that flourish in its sunny and fertile climate. 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