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Join us in this day in the life of a Highway General Foreman during snow operations. He’ll cover long-term planning and logistics and daily operations – when it goes as planned and when it gets ugly! Communication is the key! Formen are positioned between managers, the workforce, and the public and have a unique perspective on operational situations. This presentation will also provide insight and feedback on the technologies and tools used in today’s winter mainteance operations.
Read MoreThere’s an avalanche of new technologies coming our way that will transform the urban fabric. Join us in this conversation about what many public works agencies are already doing to…
Read MoreOne of San Francisco Public Works’ most under-the-radar initiatives is also one of its most meaningful: workforce development. This initiative partners with local nonprofit organizations to provide opportunities for people who…
Read MoreThese three presentation investigate urban forestry practices and approaches. 1. Trees and Sidewalk Operations: Can’t They Just Get Along? Street trees and sidewalks transform city streets into lush and inviting…
Read MoreFrom 2008 through 2014, the City of Houston (COH) moved to an automated pavement management system using cameras and a profiler to collect data via a Street Surface Assessment Vehicle…
Read MoreFirstNet was established by Congress to oversee the development of a nationwide broadband network for public safety—a network that prioritizes public safety and provides an interoperable platform for exchanging data.…
Read MoreIn 2016, San Francisco voters overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure to set-aside $19 million a year for Public Works to maintain the City’s 124,000+ street trees, providing the first-ever sustainable…
Read MoreStormwater Green Infrastructures are typically built for multipurposes: stormwater treatment and green space. Established vegetation is used to achieve the designed functions. However, plants often fail before established. The main…
Read More5G/Small Cell is coming – the technology is already being installed in some areas. We will talk about the current status of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 5G rollout rules…
Read MoreTake advantage of this opportunity to examine the corrosion prevention and mitigation practices deployed by the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). We’ll also discuss related practices used by a number of snowbelt DOTs. Topics covered will include best practice specifications, plus design, mitigation, and remedial approaches.
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