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Many public works agencies in North America have achieved APWA Accreditation. Representatives from several of these agencies will share not only the efforts it took to be successful but also the benefits they have reaped since completing the process. It's all about what you are doing well and what you can do better.
This presentation provides an overview of the City of Dubuque's, snow and ice control operation. The presenter will cover the approach taken by the city for winter operations including planning, operations, equipment and how new technologies, including blending and AVL, has been incorporated into their operation.
Sponsored by APWA's Diversity Committee. Examine APWA chapter outreach programs that focus on the availability of careers in public works. Discover how to develop an agency diversity initiative that seeks to represent the demography and diversity of the local area and addresses succession planning.
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss best practices in APWA Chapter outreach programs for pre-college students from all walks of life.
- Examine programs that are being implemented for recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
- List the steps for bridging the gap between long-term employee retirements and recruiting a diverse workforce.
SPEAKERS:
Mark A. Riley, CPM
Division Manager, City of Dayton, Dayton, OH
AbdulRasak T. Yahaya, BE Civil
Engineer I, City of Gardner, Gardner, KS
With no pay increases in over four years, and talented newer technicians feeling trapped at the bottom of the pay scale, Milwaukee implemented a new pay plan for technicians and shop personnel that allows movement to higher pay rates based on training and certifications earned by technicians. The success of the program has raised shop morale, pride, productivity, and retention of talent.
Learning Objectives:
- Create new pay incentives to develop and retain talent, encourage continuous improvement, and recruit above average personnel.
- Develop and implement job standards to hold personnel accountable and improve overall efficiency.
- Expand similar programs to support personnel such as welders, fluid power techs, auto electricians, field service techs, and service writers.
SPEAKERS:
Jeffrey A. Tews, CPFP
Fleet Operations Manager, City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI
Opinions differ between agencies if it is more prudent to do planned asphalt pavement preservation or to react to crisis situations resulting from poorly constructed or poorly maintained roadways. This program presents information about the importance and value of developing preservation maintenance strategies for asphalt.
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Identify proven asphalt treatment strategies.
- Prepare a strategy to convince elected officials and the public of the long-term financial gain to using preservation strategies.
- Recognize different strategy applications from case study examples.
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