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One of San Francisco Public Works’ most under-the-radar initiatives is also one of its most meaningful: workforce development. This initiative partners with local nonprofit organizations to provide opportunities for people who…
Read MoreThese three presentation investigate urban forestry practices and approaches. 1. Trees and Sidewalk Operations: Can’t They Just Get Along? Street trees and sidewalks transform city streets into lush and inviting…
Read MoreFrom 2008 through 2014, the City of Houston (COH) moved to an automated pavement management system using cameras and a profiler to collect data via a Street Surface Assessment Vehicle…
Read MoreFirstNet was established by Congress to oversee the development of a nationwide broadband network for public safety—a network that prioritizes public safety and provides an interoperable platform for exchanging data.…
Read MoreIn 2016, San Francisco voters overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure to set-aside $19 million a year for Public Works to maintain the City’s 124,000+ street trees, providing the first-ever sustainable…
Read MoreStormwater Green Infrastructures are typically built for multipurposes: stormwater treatment and green space. Established vegetation is used to achieve the designed functions. However, plants often fail before established. The main…
Read More5G/Small Cell is coming – the technology is already being installed in some areas. We will talk about the current status of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 5G rollout rules…
Read MoreTake advantage of this opportunity to examine the corrosion prevention and mitigation practices deployed by the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). We’ll also discuss related practices used by a number of snowbelt DOTs. Topics covered will include best practice specifications, plus design, mitigation, and remedial approaches.
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 MoreThroughout the country, the importance of Public Works is not perceived by many people. What does Public Works do on a daily basis? Why is Public Works important? Why do…
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