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Sponsored by APWA's Center for Sustainability There are so many sustainability rating systems out there now. Expert speakers will provide a third-party perspective on the best way to incorporate each of the rating systems into everyday operations and projects. From LEED to Envision, to Green Roads and the STAR Community Index, they will provide a thorough assessment of how each system is best applied.
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Attend this overview of green roof design, installation and maintenance, presented by a speaker who has been involved in green roof design for over 14 years and who participated in the installation of the Chicago City Hall and Millennium Park green roofs. Stormwater management, along with a host of other public, private, and design-specific benefits associated with green roofs will also be discussed.
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Sponsored by APWA’s Engineering & Technology Committee The estimated cost of replacement and rehabilitation of sewer and water mains is projected at $2.2 trillion over the next five years. Modern rehab approaches could reduce this cost substantially. Examine the advantages and disadvantages of various rehabilitation measures and their applicability to specific project conditions.
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Sponsored by APWA’s Leadership and Management Committee Find out how two cities have implemented a simple, yet elegant process for focusing on key priorities that emphasize accountability and execution. Both processes have increased employee motivation and productivity and provided a tool for reporting successes and resourcing issues to elected officials.
Read MoreDiscover how environmentally-friendly keyhole coring and reinstatement saves money and enables utility crews to safely perform repairs and maintenance to pipes and other buried infrastructure. CGA Vacuum Excavation best practices will also be discussed.
Read MoreSponsored by APWA’s Leadership and Management Committee Public Works leaders must walk the talk, set the tone, hold themselves accountable, and strive to create a culture of openness, democracy, merit, and creativity. Only by exercising the principles of ethical leadership can we meet the challenges of the future and sustain the public’s trust in our decisions and stewardship of public resources.
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Cities that have performance measurement systems have found it easier to prioritize and specify expected results, clarify intangibles, investigate failure, and are able to distinguish between aspirational and achievable results. This session will feature Public Works professionals with performance measurement systems who will discuss:
Read MoreThe Village of Downers Grove, Illinois, will share information about the innovative project delivery methods used to deploy sustainable stormwater solutions into mature neighborhoods. You will analyze existing mature neighborhood drainage problems with a new perspective.
Read MoreTransit users, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists – Chicago’s Complete Streets policy was designed with the understanding that all street users deserve accessibility, convenience, and safety. Nearly 30% of Chicagoans don’t own a car – and the demand for bicycle, pedestrian, and transit options is growing exponentially. Explore the policy’s goals and initiatives, including an eye-opening call for 20 mph speed limits on residential streets.
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Is your management team pulling in opposite directions? Delve into this real-life case study revealing a team of public service managers who transformed from territorial positioning into a collaborative, cooperative, and impactful force.
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