APWA News

APWA’s Public Works: A Kid’s Perspective Branding Video Is Double Gold Winner

KANSAS CITY, MO – The American Public Works Association (APWA) received two prestigious Gold Awards in the nonprofit sector for its 2025 brand video, Public Works: A Kid’s Perspective. The…

APWA Showcases Public Works Leadership at WALK Bridge Roadshow Event

Norwalk, Connecticut—APWA joined federal, state, and local leaders today to highlight the WALK Bridge Replacement Project as part of the Engineering & Public Works Roadshow. APWA Region I Director Rich…

Explore the December Issue of the APWA Reporter

The December APWA Reporter, our Facilities and Grounds issue, is now available online! Public works departments are often tasked with maintaining facilities and grounds, keeping them ready for the communities…

APWA Past President Noel Thompson Passes Away

APWA Past President Noel C. Thompson passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born in 1947, he spent 33 years in public service, 22 of them with…

Check Out the November Issue of the APWA Reporter

The November APWA Reporter—PWX in print—is now available online! Did you miss PWX? Were you there, but didn’t get a chance to experience all you wanted to? Or would you…

APWA: A Leader in Elevating Public Works Professionals as First Responders

KANSAS CITY, MO–The American Public Works Association (APWA) will celebrate and honor National First Responders Day (NFRD), October 28. While police, fire, and EMS are often the three most recognized…

APWA Leadership Shares Message on Government Shutdown

The American Public Works Association (APWA) is urging Congress and the Administration to work together to stop this government shutdown and return to work for the American people. This shutdown…

APWA Introduces Pakpour Consulting Group Young Leader of the Year Award

The Myron Calkins Young Leader of the Year Award has been renamed to the Pakpour Consulting Group Young Leader of the Year Award. APWA extends sincere gratitude to the Calkins…

Pure Water San Diego: A Model for Sustainable Water Infrastructure

The Engineering and Public Works Roadshow spotlighted Pure Water San Diego, one of the nation’s most ambitious water reuse projects. This initiative exemplifies how engineering, public works, and community collaboration…

Explore the October Issue of the APWA Reporter

The APWA Reporter printed magazine has a digital twin! The October edition—focused on winter maintenance and operations—is now available online and features subject matter experts and leaders from within the…