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Few agencies are maximizing the performance of their salt. Discover how pre-wetting agents work and why the performance of these products differs so widely. Even though some of the better performing pre-wetting agents cost more initially, the end result is a cost savings because good performance means less product is needed.
Read MoreSponsored by APWA’s Small Cities/Rural Communities Committee Many public works agencies still operate within a maze of print-outs, reports, and files. Discover how one community tamed the paper jungle by moving to a system of digital plans, reports, and documents.
Read MoreThe push to privatize government services has been discussed at Council meetings across North America. In response, many fleet managers have been asked to consider outsourcing vehicle maintenance services. Whether you are an agency from a small community or a major city, effectively and efficiently managing your heavy vehicles and equipment fleet is a top priority. However, public and private fleet operations have considerable differences.
Read MoreDon’t underestimate the importance of effective two-way and results-oriented public involvement campaigns on your agency’s credibility and ability to obtain funding for transportation projects. The Nevada Department of Transportation will describe the outreach and media strategies used for some of their more controversial transportation projects.
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Combining the multiple priorities and goals of several agencies resulted in the design and construction of a “green” and sustainable groundwater recharge facility near the headwaters of Thorn Creek in Illinois, creating wetland filters and a storm drainage outfall.
Read MoreThe City of Olathe, Kansas, moved from asset management by departmental silos to a holistic approach that merged into one system, maintenance activities for divisions with large, linear assets (water distribution, wastewater and stormwater collection, streets, signals, signs, lights).
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Learn how the City of Milwaukee uses an effective preventive maintenance program and best management practices to reduce operating costs and improve working conditions at the historic Milwaukee City Hall Complex.
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Groundwater desalination filter technology is improving, requiring less energy to desalinate, but disposing of brine is still an issue. Learn how a project in Ventura County, California, is installing desalination technology, setting competitive rates, and dealing with the outfall discharge.
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Sponsored by APWA’s Fleet Services Committee Join this in-depth discussion and open forum about alternative funding strategies for developing a sustainable fleet management and replacement program that reduces life-cycle costs, complies with emissions standards, and lessens environmental impacts.
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Historically, winter maintenance in transportation has focused on the fastest, most efficient way to provide safe roads to the driving public. As gas prices rise and attitudes change, communities across North America are looking to expand transportation options for their citizens. This has led to an increase in multi-modal transportation with some of the most popular being initiatives for bikes and pedestrians
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