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Trees as an Asset: Elements of a Modern Urban Forestry Program

Often seen as a liability rather than an asset, a community’s urban forest has the potential to provide multiple social, economic, and public health benefits. A well-managed urban forest can…

Specifications and Contract Language: How It Really Affects Your Project

In this interactive and case-study-driven presentation, participants will explore the pitfalls of vague contract language and learn effective strategies to identify and minimize ambiguous language and combat possible project risk…

Two Halves of the Pipe: Lead Service Line Replacements

A significant challenge for utilities undertaking LSLR projects is navigating the public-private partnership. This presentation will discuss related strategies used by a mid-sized utility to successfully complete an LSLR program,…

Statewide Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN)

This session will provide attendees with an understanding of the importance of a statewide public works mutual aid network. It will give a brief explanation of the IPWMAN and how…

Understanding and Implementing VEUs and MRU

One of the most valuable exercises a fleet manager can perform is an equipment-to-technician study, either by determining the vehicle equivalency units or the maintenance repair units. After completing one…

Stormwater Asset Management Driven CIP Planning

Virginia Beach’s growth and unique environmental challenges highlight the need for a robust stormwater asset management program. After Hurricane Matthew flooding in 2016, a bond referendum passed reflecting community support…

Predictive Safety Analysis—Investments by Cities/Counties

This session is a panel discussion with city and county leaders who have invested in predictive safety analysis software. The panel will share their experiences on how time and money…

Preparing for Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Service

Specialized training, equipment, and tooling are all necessary to properly service and repair your new eEV fleet. A new thought process is required when your technicians work on these vehicles.…

Preserving the Past—Taylor Bray Farm Barn Restoration Project

Yarmouth operates the oldest functioning municipally-owned farm in New England. The farm dates to 1639. A historic barn on the property was severely deteriorated. As a result, the Town of…

Preventive Maintenance for Solid Waste Fleets

Maintaining a fleet of refuse trucks is critical to a sanitation department’s operations. Between advanced onboard electronics, modern hydraulic systems, increasingly complex engines, and the introduction of BEV trucks, the…