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Council discusses AWC conference scholarships and travel costs; mayor considered for first-time attendee slot
Summary
Council reviewed scholarship opportunities and estimated travel costs for the AWC annual meeting in Spokane; staff said two scholarships are available and estimated $800–$1,400 per attendee depending on scholarship and mileage.
Council reviewed assignments, scholarships and estimated costs for the Association of Washington Cities annual conference in Spokane.
Staff said two scholarships were available — one for a small city slot and one for a first‑time attendee — and that the first-time-scholarship could cover the mayor’s registration, hotel and mileage if awarded. “There were 2 scholarships available, 1 for small city and 1 for 1st time attendee,” staff said, summarizing the funding available and explaining what each scholarship covers. With scholarships applied, staff estimated out‑of‑pocket costs around $800 under the small-city scholarship or up to about $1,400 per individual if the city paid full expenses.
Council discussed carpooling and hotel proximity, and staff flagged that early registration deadlines could raise costs after late deadlines. Council members expressed interest in having the mayor and another council member attend, subject to scholarship award and confirmation of rooms and mileage arrangements.
