Making Your Job Easier with MRSC’s Services

Webinar Overview:
Have a question? Get an answer! MRSC’s vast suite of local government services — from our personalized “Ask MRSC” service to our extensive website and training resources — can save you countless hours of research time, keep you informed about the latest local government developments, and save your jurisdiction thousands of dollars in consultant and legal fees.

No matter what department you work in – even if you’ve used our services for years – we promise you’ll learn something you didn’t know about MRSC!

Educational Objectives:
In this free webinar, we will provide a comprehensive overview of MRSC’s tools, resources, and information — all designed to help you do your job better. This includes a live demonstration of our website showing new tools and resources, as well as tips to help you quickly find what you’re looking for. Have a question about MRSC’s services or website? You’ll have the chance to ask us at the end.

Who Should Attend:
Local government employees at all levels, elected and appointed officials, and private consultants or attorneys that advise local governments.

Presenters:

• Melanie Harding, Executive Director, MRSC. Melanie Harding joined MRSC as the executive director in October 2024. She has nearly 20 years of local government experience utilizing collaboration, communications, and innovation to advise leaders and implement effective solutions, such as supporting the development of intergovernmental partnerships like South Sound Housing Affordability Partners and shared municipal court services. Most recently, she served as Tacoma’s interim deputy city manager where she oversaw more than 67 employees and budgets totaling roughly $63 million while leading other complex projects.
• Steve Hawley, Research and Communications Analyst, MRSC. Steve joined MRSC in July 2014 and works extensively on updating and improving MRSC’s website content, with a particular focus on local government finance, budgeting, ballot measures, and procurement. He brings a broad communications and public policy background, with over a decade of local government and nonprofit experience.

Registration closes on Thursday, February 26, at 11 AM. All registrants will also receive a link to view the webinar recording.