ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON CITIES Founded in 1933, the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that provides a wide array of services to all 281 cities and towns in Washington State. AWC builds connections between Washington's diverse municipalities while delivering the support needed for them to thrive through data-driven education, nationally recognized pooling programs, and nonpartisan advocacy. Membership is voluntary, and AWC proudly maintains 100% participation. AWC is a vibrant, fast-paced organization supported by 70 passionate employees with diverse subject-matter expertise. Guided by the belief that strong cities are essential to a great state, AWC works to strengthen local leadership, imp