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Wastewater Treatment Plants Toolbox

The Water Resources Management Committee has developed this resource for members on Wastewater Treatment Plants. This toolbox is intended for individuals new to this area of public works. It can…

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Meet the Author: Public Works Management: Things They Never Taught in School

Jim Nichols goes beyond the blackboard as he shares more than 17 years in local government executive management in the newest edition of Public Works Management: Things They Never Taught…

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Protecting and Leading People During Reopening of Government

This content is an exclusive benefit for Association members. If you’re a member, log in and you’ll get immediate access. If you’re not yet a member, you’ll be interested to…

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SC/RC Perspective On (2020 Series) – Operations & Maintenance

Public works operations and maintenance staff excel when routines and standard procedures are in place, but public works rarely has the luxury of working without unexpected disruptions. Operations and maintenance staff…

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Spotlight on Leadership & Management – Safety First: Going Beyond the Slogans

What does the phrase “Safety First” mean to you? Is it a slogan, or does it drive everything you do? Explore lessons learned by two agencies on how to go…

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Stormwater Summit: Leveraging Technology to Increase Efficiency and Welcome the Next Generation of Utility Employees

Using the City of Westfield, Massachusetts as an example, this presentation examines how a gradual implementation of technologies has increased efficiency and employee engagement and helped create a more resilient…

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Spotlight on Emergency Management: National Weather Service Support and Service During Heavy Rainfall Events

This session provides attendees with an inside look at the National Weather Service (NWS) forecast process and capabilities to help improve resilience and preparedness. Discussion will walk through a few…

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Talking Top Tech: Waste to Resource Technology Edition

Join us for a look at Waste to Resource Technology through the perspective of different lenses such as Public Works, Consultants, Industry, and International.  Leaders in each field will participate in a panel discussion and answer APWA member questions.

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SC/RC Perspective On (2020 Series) – Leadership & Management

Leading and Managing a Public Works department in a small city / rural community means wearing multiple hats, effective communication, and benchmarking best practices. This panel discusses what it takes to…

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Spotlight on Leadership & Management: Developing a Culture of Leadership

The intent of this project is to help professionals in the Public Works field develop a culture of leadership within all levels of their organization and provide opportunities to lead…

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