Toolkit
Public works are the essential, often invisible services that sustain and connect our communities—yet there is a significant disconnect between the critical work that public works agencies do and the…
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Welcoming new employees effectively is critical to building a strong, engaged, and productive public works team. The APWA Workforce Development Committee has curated employee onboarding tools and resources for those…
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APWA’s Water Resources Management Committee is a group of dedicated volunteers who provide valuable education on water resources management topics. The committee has created the Integrated Water Management Toolbox to…
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Environmental permitting is required for a variety of public works projects—from everyday operations and maintenance to new construction. This toolbox provides general information on the different types of permits that…
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Reducing the negative effects of motor vehicle use is a broad topic. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in 2020, speeding and aggressive driving were contributing factors…
Read MoreThis Tech Box provides information on the City of Fort Wayne Case Study on Electric Vehicle Charger Implementation.
Read MoreThis Tech Box provides information on Cold Weather Challenges and Considerations for an Electrified Fleet.
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This toolbox provides information on tree preservation and protection, design considerations for new trees, and the benefits of including trees in asset management systems.
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A very important but sometimes forgotten part of city infrastructure is sidewalks. Before 2018 the City of Sugar Land used contractors to identify defects using handheld GPS units to place…
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