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Preparation, Execution and Post Operations. This session will recount actual solutions to the trials and tribulations endured during the blizzard of 2014-2015 and how they were handled with minimal modifications to our overall snow operation.
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Throughout North America, agencies are under pressure to maintain or increase performance with reduced or stagnant funding. This session will provide tools for establishing performance standards for a given budget scenario and methods for communicating required adjustments to levels of service
Read MoreDuring this CLL, participants will hear from APWA and CPWA leaders and members about why and how they serve as public works advocates, as well as learn about resources available for Chapters to get involved and spread the word.
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One hundred public works agencies in North America have achieved APWA Accreditation. Representatives from several of these agencies will share not only the efforts it took to be successful but also the benefits they have reaped since completing the process. It's all about what you are doing well and what you can do better.
Read MoreCharles (Chuck) Marohn is founder and president of Strong Towns which is a national media nonprofit that publishes award-winning daily articles by dozens of contributors, hosts events across the continent and shares insight and ideas through weekly podcasts.
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Commissioning is a quality assurance process that provides documented confirmation that building systems are planned, designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained in compliance with the owner’s project requirements.
Read MoreEndorsed by APWA's Engineering & Technology Committee
Five years ago, APWA challenged the Minnesota Chapter to address infrastructure neglect by modeling America 2050 on a state level. MN2050 has created videos that show the complexity and importance of infrastructure, developed a STEM initiative to work with educators, and this year, they are tackling a statewide grassroots effort at party caucuses to influence policy and budgets.
Read MoreThe City of Columbus’ citywide mobility plan, Connect Columbus, integrates automobile, bicycle, pedestrian and transit networks while taking into account freight, emergency services, and accessibility. Collaborating with multiple groups, the plan takes a Complete Streets approach where investments must serve the larger goals of neighborhood vitality, health and safety, equitable access, economic development, and sustainability.
Read MoreExamine case studies about how Regenerative Stormwater Conveyance (RSC) systems provide effective end-of-pipe treatment in an otherwise constrained linear environment. RSCs are becoming more widely used in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic reducing nutrient and sediment loads, especially for first flush events.
Read MorePlanned and hosted by APWA's Leadership and Management Committee Have you ever asked yourself the question – do I want to aspire to be a leader in my organization or my professional association. If so, then this interactive learning opportunity is for you. Come and hear from those that have been involved at various leadership levels in both their own company/agency or at the local and/or national level of APWA.
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