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AVL 101: Crash Course in Automated Vehicle Location Systems

Many agencies have invested significant time and resources into finding the right AVL vendor. This session will provide the steps to initiate an AVL change, conduct a pilot, complete an analysis report, justify funding, select the best fit for your organization and implement an AVL system.

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Environmental Justice and Public Works – Protecting Our Customers

Public works professionals stand as the first line of defense for community health and well-being; including building and maintaining safe facilities and transportation systems, water and waste handling systems, pollutant emissions – the list goes on. However for it all to work, consideration must be given to the factors affecting all citizens. Join us for a discussion of public works’ obligations with respect to environmental justice for poor and minority populations.

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General Session: Opening Session with Ron Calkins

Ron Calkins Assumes Presidency of APWA

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3-D Modeling for Underground Utilities Finds the Way

For the installation of a new 8-inch high pressure natural gas main, 3-D modeling was used to allow the various entities and the construction and design team to review the existing utility information, identify the best route, and address potential conflicts. Once the final route was chosen, the 3-D data was delivered to contractors to use in bid preparation. 

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In Minnesota, It’s Not Just About Projects Anymore!

What’s a Lightning Round (LR)? LR’s consist of three presentations on a similar theme or group of topics. We hope that you will enjoy these fast-paced and concise presentations followed by the opportunity to ask questions, share, and network.

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The Remarkable Impact of Being an Effective Client

Are you costing your agency in time, money, and quality either because of arduous internal processes or simply by how you treat contractors on a personal level? Could lengthy or confusing procurement practices be turning away the most talented consultants/contractors? Take a peek behind the curtain to find out how you are viewed as a client and what practices could improve your standing.

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Public Works Stormwater Summit Day Two:Trends and Solutions for Stormwater Management

Planned and hosted by APWA's Water Resources Management Committee
 

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Leadership During an Emergency or Disaster

This program will provide you with the background on public works as a first responder, how having a mutual aid structure will provide you with support during an emergency, and what to expect in your role as a public works leader./p>

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We May Be Small but We Are Mighty!

Small DPWs deserve first class snow and ice operations. Using best management practices, anyone can become more efficient, more environmentally friendly and provide a higher level of service while saving time and money. Come learn how one small agency, with almost no budget and against heavy opposition, brought their operations into the 21st century. 

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Web-based GIS for Municipal Snow Operations

A Web-based Geographic Information System (GIS) is a powerful tool that can be used to aid municipalities in both everyday operations as well as emergency management. The web based GIS mapping applications have been extremely successful in the City of Springfield, Massachusetts. This session will discuss the various applications the city utilizes. 

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