Toolkit

Urban Forestry Toolbox

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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Permeable Pavement Toolbox

The Permeable Pavement Toolbox includes information on key drivers behind implementing permeable pavements, most common applications and types, preference of material, permeability of underlying soils, and lessons learned.

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Traffic 101 Toolbox

The APWA Transportation Committee has outlined Traffic 101 to assist public works departments with the basics for new hires and/or those in public works that have not been involved with…

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Traffic Calming Toolbox

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…

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Sidewalk Assessment Process Case Study

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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Overview of Current Pavement Evaluation Options

The most critical component of effective pavement management is pavement evaluation. Roadway maintenance and rehabilitation decisions are significantly impacted by pavement condition evaluation surveys used in a pavement management system.…

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Social Equity Toolbox

Social Equity is concerned with the fair, just, and equitable distribution of public services. Residents benefit when these services and infrastructure investments are provided in an equitable manner. This toolbox…

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Traffic Calming Toolbox

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…

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Chapter Mentoring Program – Chapter Mentoring Toolbox

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Green Infrastructure Toolbox

The Water Resources Management Committee has developed this resource for members on Green Infrastructure. This toolbox is intended for individuals new to this area of public works. It can also…

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