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Interview with Brian G. Amundson, PE at the 2012 APWA International Public Works Congress and Expositions in Anaheim, California on: Mental Speed Bumps – Use of a Woonerf for Traffic Calming
Roadway safety is a vital component of local government. However, reduced budgets make many projects seem out of reach. Safety Improvements do not have to cost an agency a lot of money. Low Cost Safety Improvements (LCSI) can have a significant impact. This program will detail what two entities have done in the way of LCSI.
Interview with Bernetta Collins at the 2012 APWA International Public Works Congress and Expositions in Anaheim, California on: FHWA Essentials – Federal-aid Simplified
This program focuses on two municipalities that are actively fighting the Emerald ash borer (EAB) and have refused to concede to the complete loss of their ash tree canopy.
Interview with Ronald L. Norris, PE at the 2012 APWA International Public Works Congress and Expositions in Anaheim, California on: Public Works Leadership
Interview with Vicki Quiram, PE, PWLF at the 2012 APWA International Public Works Congress and Expositions in Anaheim, California on: APWA Center for Sustainability Initiatives
All across North America agencies are being pressured to “be more sustainable”.
As stewards of our local communities, Public Works has to take a leadership role in identifying and implementing sustainable practices as well as communicating these actions to the public. This session will discuss this role and provide case studies of communities that have been successful in both implementing and communicating their accomplishments.
This program offers basic advice on consultant selection and management, from the client’s perspective. In addition, the consultant’s viewpoint on the expectations of a client will be shared.
Liquids are the current "buzz" in winter maintenance. However, new users are often left wondering how to leverage liquid technology to the fullest extent. This program provides insights from both seasoned and new liquid users and answers several basic questions.
Learn to evaluate all relevant costs that will occur during a facility’s lifetime, including initial construction, O&M and direct and indirect social and environmental impacts.