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The City of Kitcheners Consolidated Maintenance Facility Project

The recently completed $62 million Kitchener Operations Facility consolidates multiple public works operations into one 325,000 square foot facility on a 45 acre property. Don’t miss this overview of prior facilities, the budget and design process, construction management, use of the People, Process, and Service Integration system, and the Relocation and Business Continuity plan

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EnvisionTM: The Sustainability Rating System for All Infrastructure

This webinar will introduce participants to the Envision sustainable infrastructure rating system criteria, provide interactive computer-based experience using the rating system, discuss the advantages and challenges of using Envision™ through past case studies, and give an update on how the system has been implemented to-date. The webinar will include a mix of presentations, audience polls, and Q&A discussions. Upon completion, attendees will know how to utilize the EnvisionTM Checklist and full rating system Workbook to aid in sustainable planning and design of their projects.

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Project Delivery for the 21st Century

For public works professionals, building major public improvements for their communities can be a significant part of their work. Thus, early discussions of such improvements usually include answering the question of which project delivery method will be used for the project.  We have prepared this webinar with such discussions in mind.

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Technology Trends in Customer Service

Six public works agencies in Sarpy County, Nebraska use a Citizen Service Request Form to assist in fast, accurate, and efficient reporting of infrastructure issues. Discover how this web-based tool provides better service and communication to residents within the 250 square mile area. 

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Ethical Yoga – How Flexible are Your Principles?

Sponsored by APWA's Leadership and Management Committee Ethics are complicated. Sometimes public works professionals are faced with difficult public policy choices that may stretch our ethical boundaries. Discover how to create and maintain an ethical culture in your agency. 

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An Innovative Approach for Big Ticket Infrastructure Decision-Making – Sewer Collection Planning

Ratepayers want more accountability and involvement in big ticket infrastructure spending. Learn about the approaches and technologies the City of Bend, Oregon used to it $180 million project to replace aging sewer infrastructure. 

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Sustainable Infrastructure: An Integrative Design Process Model

Gain insight into the Integrative Design Process Model that uses whole systems thinking technology and structured decision-making tools to design and manage large-scale infrastructure projects. Using this model provides the opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability and educate the public. 

 

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Tree Risk Assessment: The Benefits of Managing Public Infrastructure

Sponsored by APWA's Facilities and Grounds Committee Trees are one of the most visually appealing components of public landscapes, as well as providing tremendous environmental benefits to our communities. However, trees can also pose risks which must be addressed by those who manage public spaces. Tree owners have a legal duty of care, and must practice due diligence in managing trees. But what level of care makes sense?

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Recycling of Electronic Equipment and Recovery of Precious Metals from E-Waste

Examine the process, critical issues, methods, and innovative practices for recovering and recycling precious metals from electronic waste in computers, cell phones, monitors and screens. Compare effective methods used in both North America and Europe. 

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Building Sustainability into Your Infrastructure Plan: Changing the Culture of Decision-Making

Public works services founded on the pillars of sustainability and life cycle management requires a significant shift in organizational decision-making and performance reporting. Learn how the City of Saskatoon strategically aligned operating and capital programming to develop a 10 year $200 million service strategy for its water distribution system. 

 

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