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Friction Measurements Used as a Metric to Evaluate Deicer Montana State University’s Western Transportation Institute and EnviroTech Services, Inc. are collaborating to develop a new deicer performance methodology based on friction. The goal is to utilize friction sensors with simulated traffic in a repeatable, controlled environment.                Do I Currently Have Snow & Ice on My Road Network? Vaisala’s team of researchers and scientists are developing a route-based assessment tool to create a network view of road surface temperature and state to help users have a more complete view across their networks without having to worry about having to understand multiple data sources.
Read MoreSuccession planning is not just an activity, but a mindset. From a birds-eye view, it is staff due diligence to try and ensure that the level of service being provided today can be sustained for tomorrow. At the ground level, succession planning is about documenting all the thought and decision-making processes of today’s professionals, so they can be replicated or improved upon by a new workforce. The County of Middlesex used a web-based solution originally designed to create their snow plan, but it ended up also being a tool for a sustainable succession planning strategy.
Read MoreHow Our In-House Snow & Ice App Helped Us Manage our Snow Storm Response Speaker: TJ Countryman, Village of Schaumburg, IL The Village of Schaumburg’s IT department developed an app that allows staff to track GPS locations of fleet vehicles in real-time, fleet mileage, contractor accomplishments, salt and liquid usage, employee overtime, pre/post trip inspections. Pretty handy! Find out if your team can do this too. A Practical Application of Artificial Intelligence for Setting Seasonal Weight Limits Speaker: Dennis Randolph, City of Grandview, MO Delve into several examples of how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used for public works and snow operations. In particular, find out how to build a tool that helps staff determine when seasonal weight limits should be established.
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Read MoreThis 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.
Read MoreSince 1996, the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires EPA to compile results for selected unregulated “emerging” compounds that could pose a threat to drinking water, including a specific group…
Read MorePresented by APWA’s Young Professionals (YP) Committee. Young professionals are eager to contribute to organizational success and bring innovative concepts and solutions to public works challenges. Learning Objectives: 1. Recognize…
Read MoreMentoring can be a powerful professional development tool. A successful mentorship is a two-way experience. Attend this Happy Hour Jam discussion of the relationship responsibilities for both mentees and mentors.   This Jam…
Read MoreThe Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan program is EPA’s newest financing opportunity for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The WIFIA program accelerates investment in our nation’s water…
Read MoreYork Region’s road network currently contains and maintains approximately 4,200 lane kilometers and 891 traffic signals. The Viva Next Highway 7 Rapid Transit Corridor located in Markham and Richmond Hill…
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