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NEW: Washington State Sea Level Projections (What they are and how to use them).

NEW SLR Projections – the science behind the data (15 min) In July 2018, new sea level rise projections were released for Washington. The background about how these projections have…

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Stormwater Summit Day Two Presentations: Part 1

Session 1: Drainage Benefits for All: Flood Reduction, Climate Resilience, and Public Open Space This presentation will describe how Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is using public open-space planning, watershed science,…

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Yes, We Can! Public Trash Bins Go High Tech to Help Keep Sidewalks Clean

Faced with a mounting number of service requests for overflowing trash cans on neighborhood street corners, San Francisco experimented with smart technology to tackle the problem. Partnering with the high-tech…

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Going Mobile! The Next Phase in Asset Management

The City of Beaverton, Oregon, uses Cityworks as its asset management software. In 2018, the city upgraded its internal GIS servers with ArcGIS Enterprise and externalized Cityworks. This streamlined and…

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How is a Weather Forecast Generated and Why is that Important to Me?

Winter 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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Safe and Sustainable Snowfighting: How Well Are You Doing?

Safe and sustainable winter operations is an excellent operational goal for any winter maintenance agency to pursue. But the problem is determining how far along the road to sustainability has come and where you can get the most bang for your sustainability buck. Join us to explore how you can measure the sustainability of your operations and what you can do to determine the best areas to focus on for the best outcomes.

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A Tale of Two Bicycle and Pedestrian Friendly Cities

Bicycles, 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.

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Creating a Circular Economy Beginning With Waste and Energy

Land, water, power and people: these are among Spokane’s greatest assets. While leading the Intermountain West in these primary resources, the City recognizes that the future lies in the ability…

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Building the Public Works Pipeline

The Michigan APWA Chapter partnered with Grand Rapids Community College to build a Public Works Academy, moving individuals from poverty to great jobs in public works and filling the need…

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Stormwater Summit Day One Presentations: Part 2

Session 1: The Tale of Three Cities – How to Plan, Staff and Report on Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Maintenance in Various Climate Zones Green Infrastructure (GI) installations are expanding,…

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