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Damages caused by debris flows average 47% of the total costs of response and recovery efforts. A debris flow is a mass of loose mud, sand, soil, rock, water, and air that travels down a slope. Join us for a discussion on how new technologies are revolutionizing debris management through mobile applications, virtual monitoring, and real-time weather telemetry.
Read MoreThis three-part presentation describes culvert failure modes, improved culvert inspection technology, and the cost of repairs. The Minnesota Department of Transportation uses state-of-the-art technology and best practices for its culvert inspection system. They also use a mobile app to capture repair cost data for several types of culvert maintenance.
Read MoreWondering how Greenroads might fit into your transportation master plan and funding programs? How do you make the case to your city council that Greenroads is a good fit for your projects? How do you set up for success with Greenroads Certification? What else can you do to implement greener practices to meet strategic sustainability goals for your agency? Find out the answer to these questions and more with hands-on group learning activities and stories from the folks in the weeds with Greenroads Projects around the world. Two experienced project managers, from both the public and private sides, will share what it takes to be successful on Greenroads Projects and their approach to greener design and construction of transportation projects.
Read MorePublic works is a primary emergency responder, a role that some in public works itself have not fully recognized. Let's explore the role of public works in prevention, response and recovery, traffic control and incident management, clearing roads so other responders can access stricken areas, assisting with evacuation and rescue, damage assessment, repair and restoration. Let's talk about ways to increase recognition from other responder disciplines.
Read MorePreparing the Next Generation of Public Works – Equipping Leaders with Tools to Engage Your Staff an
2016 Emerging Leaders Academy Presentation
Designated the Myron Calkins Excellence in Leadership Series
Most municipalities are responsible for many types of roads that require different approaches. Gravel and surface treated roads are often forgotten, but still require our attention.
This session will provide an understanding of how these roads react to different weather conditions and explore their treatment options.
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Winters in New England can challenge the operational and financial resources of public works departments. This interactive presentation will relate the planning, communications, and response efforts taken by various public works departments in the New England Chapter.
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The Utilities and Public Rights-of-Way Committee developed this position statement on Multiple Use of Rights of Way
Read MoreSponsored by APWA's Solid Waste Management Committee RISN is a partnership between the City of Phoenix and Arizona State University to bring together government, university, and non-governmental entities to create a resource-focused Sustainable Urban Metabolism (SUM) platform. Current projects include a waste reduction effort with a local school district, a regional GHG emissions inventory, a food resource feasibility analysis and an assessment of multi-family recycling programs.
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Community resilience is the capability of a community to survive and thrive no matter the stresses encountered. A city's resilience depends on its physical assets as well as its policies, social capital, and institutions. It is the continued functioning of these systems that help communities absorb sudden shocks and breakdowns. We will identify the qualities of resilient systems and discuss practices to minimize contributions to climate change.
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