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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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Addressing Drainage Concerns with 2D Hydraulic Modeling

The program will provide a high level discussion on the development and utilization of 2D hydraulic modeling to address drainage issues utilizing a real world example. In addition, the program will cover public engagement for the project with outputs from the model.

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Advanced Liquids (Part 4 of a series of 4 sessions on the use of liquids)

Some agencies have been using liquids for a number of years and are now implementing various advanced techniques. Among the new techniques being tried are liquid blends; using two different chlorides and adding carbohydrate liquids to brines; using advanced systems to ensure trucks are loaded correctly with the right materials and the right quantities; and using liquids to create slurries at high pre-wetting rates.

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Winter Maintenance Best Practices and the Science Behind the Decision Process

Strategic decisions, thoughtful planning, and good winter maintenance practices will ensure the highest level of safety for the public on streets, roads, and highways. This presentation will focus on operational lessons learned, the use of equipment and deicing products, and the science behind of developing an environmentally sound and sustainable anti-icing/deicing program.

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Small Cell Permitting Process- A Municipal Perspective

With the increasing usage of wireless devices and data, municipalities are facing increased demand for reliable wireless service and 5G technology is eager to meet that need. Small cell infrastructure…

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INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE: Make Urban Nature Work for You! Case Studies from Sweden Introducing an Ecosystem Services Perspective to Urban Management

There is a need for integrated and holistic models to support urban management to meet the complex social and ecological challenges currently facing our cities. Introducing an ecosystem services (ESS)…

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Let’s Use it One More Time! – Addressing Regulatory Concerns and Satisfying Water Demands of Customers in Naples, Florida

The City of Naples is located in Southwest Florida on the Gulf of Mexico. With an extraordinary climate, beautiful sunsets, and numerous outdoor activities throughout the winter, the Naples’ seasonal…

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Bringing Joy to Our Work with Lean Thinking! Transforming Infrastructure Delivery with Integrated Design

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;…

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Improving Resiliency of Community Infrastructure

Post-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…

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Connecting Urban Villages through Neighborhood Greenways: A Case Study about Infrastructure for Walking and Biking

Utilizing 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…

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