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Dollars Against Disaster: FEMA and the Historic Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)

In its seventh webinar on the historic Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the APWA Government Affairs Team will host (TBD) of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). During this…

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What Can an APWA Certification Do for Me?

APWA certifications are developed by public works professionals for public works professionals. The five programs were developed for individuals to advance their careers and provide succession planning opportunities for agencies.…

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Lessons Learned from Implementing an Updated Winter Maintenance Policy

The City of Regina, Saskatchewan updated their winter maintenance policy (policy) based on a thorough review involving stakeholder engagement and research of best practices. The new policy introduced several enhancements…

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What Do You Do When EVERYONE is New?

In the winter of 2022–2023, the four positions responsible for snow and ice control in the Village of Barrington were all new to the department and/or their positions. The two…

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Liquids, The Proactive Approach for Snowfighters

This session will focus on the why, when, and how of being proactive rather than reactive in snowfighting. Including the science and the art of brine, blends, and application rates,…

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Winter Maintenance on Gravel Roads – Not All Roads are Paved

Gravel roads present their own unique challenges for maintenance activities during the winter months. This session will focus on pre-winter care as well as the many challenges faced while providing…

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Maintenance Decision Support System (MDSS) Parking Lots and Sidewalks

Northern countries that experience winter weather conditions typically use salt to combat slippery conditions caused by snow and ice buildup on roads, sidewalks, and parking lots. In 2022, the United…

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Winter Storm Response: A Redemption Story

This session will feature a panel discussion including field bosses and emergency operation command personnel as they talk about improvements made after the 2011 Groundhog Day Blizzard that prepared them…

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Non-Traditional Staffing – Growing the Workforce with a Unique Partnership

The City of Columbus, Ohio Department of Public Service has developed a successful partnership with Marysville Women’s Reformatory to provide a second chance to released inmates and direct-to-workforce hiring for…

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Women of Winter “WOW”

For the past three years, women from around the country’s public works community have been stepping up to the plate to share their stories in an effort to offer support…

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