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Twisp explores easing Civil Service Commission residency requirement to attract applicants
Summary
Mayor Smith reported only two applicants for the Civil Service Commission and said he would consult MSRC and legal counsel about changing residency rules under RCW 41.12.030; councilors agreed to continue outreach to recruit additional applicants.
Mayor Smith told the council the town has received only two applications for the Civil Service Commission and that he has contacted MSRC (Municipal Services Resource Center) and legal counsel to explore whether the residency requirement could be changed under RCW 41.12.030, which allows local entities to adopt customized civil-service rules that "substantially accomplish the purpose of this chapter." He noted that even if residency rules are changed, a legal challenge could still be possible.
Council authorized the mayor to continue researching the residency issue and asked members to reach out to at least three residents each to solicit applicants. Town staff posted information about commission responsibilities and the application process on the town website.
