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Discover how lean thinking can be integrated into the public works and transportation worlds. Among the concepts and topics we'll discuss are the lean philosophy; team development and organizational principles;…
Read MorePost-earthquake functionality of utilities (water supply and wastewater treatment) is vital to the seismic resiliency of communities. The operation of this critical infrastructure is fundamental to the social and economic…
Read MoreUtilizing the recently completed North Seattle Neighborhood Greenway as a case study, this Lightning Round will highlight the data-driven approach and policy foundation that has made the Neighborhood Greenway program…
Read MoreSession 1: How to Successfully Implement a Regional Biofiltration Stormwater Treatment System in an Ultra-Urban Neighborhood Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is implementing a regional stormwater treatment system and prioritizing specific…
Read MoreIn 2016, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works developed the Operational Area Mass Debris Management Plan (OA MDMP). The purpose of the OA MDMP is to establish coordinated…
Read MoreThe City of Bellingham, Washington, is completing a major road project through a brownfield site located in the downtown area. They are also going through the Greenroads certification process to…
Read MoreA group of speakers will discuss how various current and trending technologies, such as GIS, aerial drones, asset management systems, smart vehicles, and others are changing how Public Works leaders are managing their responsibilities. The discussion will cover how to prepare to use, implement, and sustain the technology in a range of settings and operations. The speakers will discuss the requirements for skills and tools, along with management support, that must be in place prior to implementation and utilization of technology, and to institutionalize the capability. Common pitfalls of using technology will be outlined, along with benefits that can be obtained. This presentation will cover some of APWA’s top trending technologies.
Read MoreEmployee appreciation is a powerful tool. When employees feel appreciated, recognized, and valued, satisfaction and productivity increase and employees are motivated to maintain or improve their good work. Whether you are seeking ways to improve your existing employee appreciation program, or you are just getting started with this kind of effort, you will benefit greatly from the examples presented in this presentation from the City of Des Moines, Iowa.
Read MoreThe Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has a Variable Speed Limit (VSL) corridor along I-80 through Parley’s Canyon (between Salt Lake City and Park City). This system currently operates remotely by engineers that are on call 24/7. UDOT is now in the process of developing software and infrastructure that will allow the VSL corridor to operate automatically, based on speeds and road weather conditions. This session will be a panel discussion of UDOT engineers speaking and answering questions about their current and future VSL system.
Read MoreThe City of Bellevue has been at the forefront of the international movement to build Smart Cities that leverage advances in technology to improve livability, sustainability, and resiliency. In 2014,…
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