These educational tools express the Commission's view of the meaning of RCW 42.17A.555 and relevant administrative rules and case law involving local government and election activities.

Interpretations

General

• Guidelines for Local Government
• Guidelines for School Districts

Communications

• Public Service Announcements – Black Out Period
• Library Displays of Campaign Materials
• “Open Press Conference” – definition

Officials' and Employees' Activities

• District & Muncipal Court Judges’ Use of Robes & Courtrooms
• Employees Wearing Political Pins & Buttons
• "Local Official” – definition (soliciting contributions from agency employees)

Other

• Legal Fees – Ballot Propositions – Placement on Ballot
• Telford Test – When is an Entity Considered a Public Agency?

Other Resources

Guidelines for Election-Related Communications by Local Government Agencies