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Tires, What is your Fleet rolling on?

This session will give an overview of the need for properly identifying the proper commercial tires, mounting and dismounting procedures and the significance meaning between “torqueing ” and “clamping force”.…

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Vehicle Replacement Programs-Discussion on Gaining Support, Development, and Common Problems

An informal ’round table’ discussion on the importance of having a vehicle replacement program and the common problems that are encountered.

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The Top 5 Fleet Management Capabilities You Should Ask For in 2021 RFPs

At the conclusion of this session, participants will be better able to create fleet management RFPs that will adequately assess potential fleet management partners as good fits–not just now, but…

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Seven Design Habits of Highly Effective Garages: A Combined View from a Fleet Manager and an Architect

Embarking on the renovation or reconstruction of a new public works garage requires the integration of many planning factors that most public works professionals do not typically encounter. Determining what…

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The Essential Skills and Knowledge to Focus on for Fleet Managers Wearing Multiple Hats

With the continued reduction of support staff and management positions in all state and municipal government areas, many public works managers are accountable for numerous areas of responsibility in their…

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Measuring and Reducing the Carbon Emissions and Air Pollution Emissions of a large Public Works Fleet

In 2020 the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Services launched a project to measure and reduce the carbon emissions and air pollution emissions of a large and diverse fleet of…

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Planning Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure for Your Community

Preparing for an electrically-powered mobility future means developing a well-designed vehicle charging infrastructure network. Public Works officials have an important role to play as planners, regulators and implementors to guide…

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The True Value of Value Engineering Studies

Value Engineering (VE) Studies are an important tool in the delivery of public works projects, but so often the concept of value engineering is misunderstood as simply being a process…

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Share the Load! Stormwater Coalitions in New York

Sponsored by APWA’s Small Cities and Rural Communities Committee Designated MS4’s in New York have created stormwater coalitions to share services and comply with regulations. The resulting cost savings and…

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Report Card – America’s Infrastructure Needs 2013

Every four years, ASCE releases a "Report Card" grading America's infrastructure condition in 15 categories. The 2009 Report Card gave America's infrastructure an accumulated grade of D and early indications…

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