Leadership Transition
Enduris is pleased to welcome Amanda Kasper as our new Director of Claims. Amanda brings a strong commitment to service, collaboration, and claims excellence, and we are excited to have her join the Enduris leadership team. In her role, Amanda will oversee the claims department and continue advancing Enduris’ mission of supporting our members through responsive, thoughtful, and effective claims management.
Prevent Frozen Pipe Damage
As winter is upon Washington State, we thought it would be a good time to send out a reminder on how to prevent frozen pipes and ice dams.
We want to ensure that your district is as prepared as possible and knows what to do in the event of a burst pipe. The first steps you can take are preventive in nature. We recommend the following:
Employee Fraud Prevention
Employee fraud is often shocking to those charged with oversight of a government. It shouldn’t be.
As an elected official or member of an appointed board, you have a duty to understand your government’s operations and play a key role when it comes to fighting fraud.
Liability Reform
As we begin the 2026 legislative session, I want to highlight an issue that has important implications for Enduris members and for public agencies across Washington State: the growing role of third-party litigation funding (TPLF).
Associated Industries – A Human Resources spotlight
In September 2024 Enduris announced an affiliation with Associated Industries, a Human Resources service offering discounts exclusively for Enduris members! For more information about how Associated Industries can fit into your organization’s HR services and risk management, please visit their landing page on the Enduris web site: https://www.enduris.us/risk-management/associated-industries/ In addition to live HR consultation, […]
Risk Corner – an MRSC spotlight
MRSC is your partner in government risk management and legal guidance. As a free benefit Enduris members can access “ask MRSC” to ask a legal research question related to topics of governance, finance, and contracting – to name a few examples. Enduris members can access “ask MRSC” on their website MRSC.org or by clicking the […]
Business Email Compromise (BEC): What it is, why it works, and how to stop it
If you’ve ever received an email that looks like it’s from your executive, a vendor, or even a coworker asking for a quick bank change or an urgent payment, you’ve met Business Email Compromise (BEC). It’s not a noisy, virus-style attack. It’s quiet, targeted social engineering—criminals either spoof a trusted address or gain access to […]
Embracing a New Policy Year Together
I love this time of year, not just because the air is crisp, but because it offers a natural moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead. Fall brings change, and with it comes a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. It is a time to appreciate what we have accomplished and to plan for what […]
Discover Enduris University — Your Online Training Resource
Enduris members have access to LocalGovU, also known as Enduris University — a free online training platform designed to strengthen your organization’s safety, compliance, and professional development. With hundreds of courses available 24/7, employees can learn at their own pace and on their own schedule. Courses cover everything from risk management and HR compliance to […]
Does Enduris Cover Towing?
This is a very common question we receive, and the answer is: it depends. According to the Vehicle Comprehensive & Collision Coverage, “Enduris will pay for towing as a result of a covered loss.” In many cases, this applies when a district vehicle is involved in a collision and requires towing. However, towing related to […]
