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As agencies continue facing issues of declining budgets and diminishing resources, the challenge of providing quality service in a timely fashion has never been greater. This session presents issues involving plowing, chemical applications and other snow related items. It includes real examples of the consequences of not following Best Practices when performing snow and ice control work.
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In response to increased chloride concentrations in lakes and streams, Minnesota agencies and municipalities across the 7-County Twin City Metropolitan Area collaborated to create a Chloride Management Plan. A key component is a computer based Winter Maintenance Assessment tool, which contains a list of over 200 salt saving BMPs that allows agencies and companies to assess their current and potential future practices to understand how to reduce the use of chlorides while still providing an acceptable level of service.
Read MoreAbandoned utilities take up a great deal of the limited supply of the right-of-way. At a time when agencies are trying to fit more utilities in less space, can we afford to have that space used by unnecessary installations? Learn how other agencies are handling abandoned utilities and how they are keeping track of what’s hidden underfoot.
Can a City Effectively and Successfully Incorporate a Work Order Management System and GIS into an A
The City of Bloomington Utilities Division utilizes cutting-edge technology to manage water and sewer infrastructure. Their system includes enhancements to CMMS utilization and functionality, a state-of-the-art GIS system, and adoption of asset management best practices.
Read MoreThe vision for New Zealand’s 30-Year Infrastructure Plan is that by 2045 New Zealand’s infrastructure will be resilient and coordinated, contributing to a strong economy and high living standards. The desired outcomes include better use of existing assets and a better allocation of new investment.
Read MoreThe prospect of funding current sewer operations as well as CSO abatement and combined system separation has wastewater utilities trying to find new financial models to meet these requirements. This session will feature case studies describing how the City of Coral Gables, Florida and the City of Portland, Maine each addressed this challenge.
Read MoreWondering how Greenroads might fit into your transportation master plan and funding programs? How do you make the case to your city council that Greenroads is a good fit for your projects? How do you set up for success with Greenroads Certification? What else can you do to implement greener practices to meet strategic sustainability goals for your agency? Find out the answer to these questions and more with hands-on group learning activities and stories from the folks in the weeds with Greenroads Projects around the world. Two experienced project managers, from both the public and private sides, will share what it takes to be successful on Greenroads Projects and their approach to greener design and construction of transportation projects.
Read MorePublic works is a primary emergency responder, a role that some in public works itself have not fully recognized. Let's explore the role of public works in prevention, response and recovery, traffic control and incident management, clearing roads so other responders can access stricken areas, assisting with evacuation and rescue, damage assessment, repair and restoration. Let's talk about ways to increase recognition from other responder disciplines.
Read MorePreparing the Next Generation of Public Works – Equipping Leaders with Tools to Engage Your Staff an
2016 Emerging Leaders Academy Presentation
Designated the Myron Calkins Excellence in Leadership Series
Do's and Don'ts of Implementing Fully Automated Garbage & Recycling Collection
Commerce City, Colorado has rolled out new residential trash and recycling collection services, switching to a fully automated system which reduces environmental impacts, improves neighborhood appearances and continues to provide quality pick-up service as the city grows.
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