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APWA 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…
Read MoreThe Carr Fire was a large wildfire that burned in the Shasta Trinity Counties in California from July 23, 2018 to August 30, 2018. In the City of Redding, eight…
Read MoreAn increase in frequency and intensity of storms since 2013 caused hundreds of north Everett homes to flood, resulting in millions in damage claims. To eliminate chronic basement flooding and…
Read MoreDrones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) are having positive effects on the design and maintenance of public facilities and infrastructure. However, this is not the only robotic platform that can…
Read MoreWinter operations decision-makers have to rely on weather data. When should the crews be called out? Which chemicals should be used for the type of expected snow and/or ice event? What impacts the accuracy of a weather forecast? Not every weather model is created in the same way and each has strengths and weaknesses. Discover how a weather forecast is generated and what new technologies have been introduced in the last five years that will help in your decision-making.
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