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Five years ago, APWA challenged the Minnesota Chapter to address infrastructure neglect by modeling America 2050 on a state level. MN2050 has created videos that show the complexity and importance of infrastructure, developed a STEM initiative to work with educators, and this year, they are tackling a statewide grassroots effort at party caucuses to influence policy and budgets.
The City of Columbus’ citywide mobility plan, Connect Columbus, integrates automobile, bicycle, pedestrian and transit networks while taking into account freight, emergency services, and accessibility. Collaborating with multiple groups, the plan takes a Complete Streets approach where investments must serve the larger goals of neighborhood vitality, health and safety, equitable access, economic development, and sustainability.
Examine case studies about how Regenerative Stormwater Conveyance (RSC) systems provide effective end-of-pipe treatment in an otherwise constrained linear environment. RSCs are becoming more widely used in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic reducing nutrient and sediment loads, especially for first flush events.
Planned and hosted by APWA's Leadership and Management Committee Have you ever asked yourself the question – do I want to aspire to be a leader in my organization or my professional association. If so, then this interactive learning opportunity is for you. Come and hear from those that have been involved at various leadership levels in both their own company/agency or at the local and/or national level of APWA.
Research indicates that asphalt produced at lower temperatures lasts longer. Warm mix asphalt (WMA) also consumes less fuel in production while lowering greenhouse gas emissions. In 2015, the Town of Dedham, MA became the first municipality in the Commonwealth to require use of WMA and they are efficiently maximizing their $1.5m annual paving budget in a more responsible and sustainable manner.
Utilizing alternative fuels in your agency’s fleet can provide additional security during times of emergencies. In many cases, they are readily available and do not require additional transportation to be utilized. Identifying the level of winter type emergencies, current fleet vehicles and fiscal documentation on alternative fuel infrastructure will help public works professionals make their case back home.
Does your community know your snow and ice removal operations? Without providing someone with an expectation of service, they are left to determine what they would like to see. By following this step-by-step plan, you can develop message and communication actions that your agency can do to improve interaction with the community.
Keeping your snow-fighting equipment in top shape is a continuous process that begins when the last snow of the season has fallen.
An astronaut since 1996, Scott Kelly's achievements over his illustrious 20-year career with NASA earned him the coveted position as America's first year-round astronaut. On his historic mission that spanned from March 2015 to March 2016, Captain Kelly and Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko conducted experiments, reconfigured station modules, and captivated the world with live interviews and never-before-seen photos from the International Space Station.
Public works professionals stand as the first line of defense for community health and well-being; including building and maintaining safe facilities and transportation systems, water and waste handling systems, pollutant emissions – the list goes on. However for it all to work, consideration must be given to the factors affecting all citizens. Join us for a discussion of public works’ obligations with respect to environmental justice for poor and minority populations.