Emergency Management

The June APWA Reporter Is Now Available Online

Emergencies happen. And when they do, it’s public works professionals who are usually the first to respond. They are on the front lines clearing storm debris, rebuilding washed-out roads, and…

APWA Celebrates the Dedication of Public Works Recently on Display

As we recover from the recent severe winter storm system that swept across the United States, we’ve witnessed stories that again underscore the essential role public works professionals play in…

APWA Leadership Shares a Message in Response to Flash Flooding in Texas, South Carolina, and North Carolina

In response to the devastating flooding along the Guadalupe River in Texas and in Litchfield, South Carolina extending into North Carolina, APWA offers its deepest sympathy and unwavering support to…

New President, New Congress, APWA Unveils New Public Works Policy Priorities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington D.C.—As the 119th Congress begins and incoming President Trump prepares to be inaugurated, an organization of 32,000 public works professionals today began delivering its new public…

New President, New Congress, APWA Unveils New Public Works Policy Priorities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington D.C.—As the 119th Congress begins and incoming President Trump prepares to be inaugurated, an organization of 32,000 public works professionals today began delivering its new public…

APWA Leadership Shares a Message in Response to the Los Angeles Wildfires

On behalf of the American Public Works Association, we wish to express our deep sorrow and condolences to the families who have lost loved ones as well as their homes…

CPWA Submits Comments on a National Public Safety Broadband Network

The CPWA Board of Directors recently provided written comments to the consultation on a governance framework for a Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (PSBN). Those comments addressed three themes: Priorities…

APWA Leadership Shares a Message in Response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Dear Public Works First Responders and APWA Members, APWA continues to monitor the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. We are hearing members’ stories about how they and their families…

Hurricane Beryl Response from APWA

The American Public Works Association shares the concerns of many members and the public regarding the impact of Hurricane Beryl on the Gulf Coast and Southeastern states. On behalf of…

New Hampshire Law Recognizes Public Works Professionals as First Responders

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu has signed legislation into law that formally recognizes public works professionals as first responders. Senate Bill 325, which had bipartisan support, defines first responders and…