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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has developed a marketing kit to help water utilities improve communication and increase public understanding of the value of water systems and services. The kit includes public service announcements, mailers, newspaper ads, and infographics. Get tips on how to identify local partners and outlets for using the materials.
Read MoreDiscover how the City of Centennial has created an Office of Innovation solely dedicated to fostering new methodologies and advanced technologies in the pursuit of innovation. Discover how establishing an Office of Innovation may serve your department and community in everything from energy consumption, to telecommunications and technology, to public safety.
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Desperate for improvement and a revitalized culture, the County of Orange Public Works has accomplished a vital restructuring. Ten core business service areas have been established providing for better communication; work units have been shifted around core business activities; workloads have been balanced and succession opportunities and career ladders established.
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Attend this update of solid waste conversion technologies including mixed waste processing, anaerobic digestion, and gasification. We'll compare technologies, review the status of commercialization and financial feasibility and explore what to consider when evaluating opportunities.
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Agencies across North American face increasing challenges in winter maintenance. Many agencies have added liquids, brines and blends to their tool box to combat this. Join us as we discuss the past, present and future of liquid use in winter maintenance.
Read MoreThroughout history, the public works professional has faced many challenges when it comes to winter maintenance.
Read MoreSponsored by APWA’s Emergency Management Committee Emergency planning for aboriginal, rural, and isolated communities is met with different challenges than those of more urban communities. Learn about efforts in both the U.S. and Canada to culturally adapt emergency management plans and develop more resilient communities.
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More on Things That Go Bump In the Pipe: Implementing Municipal Storm Sewer Pipe Condition Rating Sy
Discover how public agencies are using asset condition rating systems to gauge the “health” of their stormwater conveyance systems. Take advantage of the lessons-learned on how these rating systems can be effectively utilized for system condition and capital improvement program planning.
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To resolve the issue of simple and complex tasks within the right-of-way, Washington County, Oregon developed a Programmatic Permit Program that allows specific tasks without obtaining individual permits. However, if the work to be done exceeds the pre-set limitations, then individual permits are required
Read MoreJoin in this hands-on demonstration of SITES™, a LEED-like sustainability certification program that will transform how we approach the design and operation of projects with or without buildings. Using a case study, you’ll use the SITES™ scorecard to review the various categories, guidelines, and performance benchmarks of a truly sustainable public park.
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