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The changes coming from the auto industry’s evolution to fully electric, interconnected, and electronically controlled autonomous vehicles (AV) will necessitate tremendous planning by public agencies and immense changes in the…
Read MoreWhether a winter event will be snow, sleet, freezing rain, rain or all of the above significantly affects how you’ll fight the next storm. Dual-Pol radar often allows you to see which of these precipitation types will be part of the incoming storm, as well as the intensity and timing of the storm. Let’s go through case studies and discover tips and tricks to better prepare you and your crews for the right storm.
Read MoreSince statehood in 1959, little changed in Alaska’s snow removal operations beyond minor equipment configurations and operators in the seats. However, in the last 15 years, Alaska’s snow operations have undergone substantial and meaningful changes including adjustments to plow routes and work shifts, equipment innovations, and implementation of new technologies. Enjoy this overview of Alaska’s evolution from the past into the present day and their vision moving forward.
Read MoreBicycles, pedestrians, and now motorized scooters dot the Twin Cities landscape year-round. Being a bicycle and pedestrian friendly city in a cold climate is not easy but it is the responsibility of maintenance crews to keep all modes of transportation moving year-round. Join this discussion of bike and pedestrian policies, design standards, bike and pedestrian installations, maintenance responsibilities, and the challenges of accommodating these ever-growing transportation options.
Read MoreAPWA has partnered with the Oregon Technology Transfer (T2) Center to offer two sessions. Session 1: Pre-Trip Inspections Operations and maintenance personnel and managers will benefit from this discussion of…
Read MoreTo track the top technology trends that will impact public works in 2019, APWA’s Technical Committees named 16 technologies for consideration. Then the fun began when APWA conducted an NCAA bracket-style competition via APWA’s social media platforms. When we reached the final four, a wild card was added by APWA staff. The final 2019 Top Five Tech Trends are: Asset Management Technologies Augmented Reality Automated/Connected Vehicles Cybersecurity Smart Cities Don’t miss this examination of how APWA’s 2019 Top Five Trending Technologies will impact and alter how public works first responders, snowfighters and other front-line staff do their jobs.
Read MoreThe APWA Center for Sustainability (C4S) presents a roundtable discussion on “Circular Cities,” a concept which is gathering momentum around the world. C4S will bring a panel of international partners…
Read MoreThe City of Coral Gables has embraced principles of sustainability at all levels of its government, including its many operational departments. While the City had enacted multiple successful initiatives, there…
Read MoreThe truth about communication is, it’s hard! However, with time, attention, and strategy, your public works department can excel in this area. Chattanooga Public Works will share their communication strategies…
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