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How Golf Course Hazards Can Reduce Neighborhood Flooding

An increase in frequency and intensity of storms since 2013 caused hundreds of north Everett homes to flood, resulting in millions in damage claims. To eliminate chronic basement flooding and…

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Robotic Remote Sensing – Capturing Reality & Delivering Solutions

Drones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) are having positive effects on the design and maintenance of public facilities and infrastructure. However, this is not the only robotic platform that can…

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Developing an Effective Employee Appreciation Program

Employee appreciation is a powerful tool. When employees feel appreciated, recognized, and valued, satisfaction and productivity increase and employees are motivated to maintain or improve their good work. Whether you are seeking ways to improve your existing employee appreciation program, or you are just getting started with this kind of effort, you will benefit greatly from the examples presented in this presentation from the City of Des Moines, Iowa.

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The GOOD, The BAD & The UGLY in Snow Operations: A Foreman’s Perspective

Join us in this day in the life of a Highway General Foreman during snow operations. He’ll cover long-term planning and logistics and daily operations – when it goes as planned and when it gets ugly! Communication is the key! Formen are positioned between managers, the workforce, and the public and have a unique perspective on operational situations. This presentation will also provide insight and feedback on the technologies and tools used in today’s winter mainteance operations.

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Small Cell – A Municipal Perspective

This program will dive into the key elements of small cell legislation and the FCC Order, identifies areas of concern and discuss recommendations for protecting municipal regulatory authority.  We will also provide guidance on preparations and permitting for small cell deployment. 

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Changing Lives, Changing Communities: Workforce Development Programs

One of San Francisco Public Works’ most under-the-radar initiatives is also one of its most meaningful: workforce development. This initiative partners with local nonprofit organizations to provide opportunities for people who…

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Urban Forestry Strategies

These three presentation investigate urban forestry practices and approaches.  1.  Trees and Sidewalk Operations: Can’t They Just Get Along?  Street trees and sidewalks transform city streets into lush and inviting…

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Pavement Data Collection, Rating History & Pavement Management Program in the City of Houston

From 2008 through 2014, the City of Houston (COH) moved to an automated pavement management system using cameras and a profiler to collect data via a Street Surface Assessment Vehicle…

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FirstNet and Public Works: What You Need to Know before a Disaster

FirstNet was established by Congress to oversee the development of a nationwide broadband network for public safety—a network that prioritizes public safety and provides an interoperable platform for exchanging data.…

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Smart Funding Plan Brings New Life to an Urban Forest: San Francisco’s Innovative Approach to Street Tree Maintenance

In 2016, San Francisco voters overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure to set-aside $19 million a year for Public Works to maintain the City’s 124,000+ street trees, providing the first-ever sustainable…

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