Public Works & Utilities

Highlights

How to increase climate resilience in urban areas

In the face of climate change, cities around the world are experiencing unprecedented weather...

Traverse City’s broadband project is a cautionary tale for other communities

As a former telecommunications executive who created business plans for fiber networks, I’ve...

As cyber threats evolve, cities and counties need to safeguard staffers’ mobile devices

No question, more local governments are facing cyber threats in 2024, says Tim LeMaster, vice...

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PPP for stormwater

A 15-acre retail land use anchored by Walmart and three outlots in the village of West Milwaukee, Wis., required the design of a stormwater facility to handle the anticipated runoff. To address the issue, the village entered into a public-private partnership (PPP) with Walmart to address stormwater runoff from the site and an additional five acres of future redevelopment.

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Launching the world’s largest biotech incubator

The coastal city of Carlsbad, Calif., in northern San Diego County has attained 24 percent of the region’s life sciences jobs and is home to more than 120 businesses in the industry.

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The giving tree(s)

Seattle pioneers free food for the hungry with the Beacon Food Forest.

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On the green

In some cities, golf cars—the industry name for what are often called “carts” —are becoming a preferred “get around town” method of transportation.

Commentary

Buying landscape equipment? Here are some tips to finish in the green (with related video).

Here are some pointers on buying the right grounds maintenance equipment from William Walton of Honda Power Equipment.

Article

NACo urges congress to fund PILT program

The Payment in Lieu of Taxes program, designed to support states struggling with funding lost from the inability to tax publicly controlled land, has yet to be approved for FY14. Leaders from the National Association of Counties met with Congress to ensure the program’s security.

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The battle for Boulder

Boulder, Colo., residents have struggled for years to wrangle control of the power supply from Xcel Energy. This November, voters will decide the future of the municipality’s fight.

The George R. Brown Convention Center/Houston is home to the 2013 NRPA Congress

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NRPA Congress & Expo covers all things parks and rec (with related video)

Here is a preview of the 2013 National Recreation and Park Association Congress and Expo that takes place Oct. 8 through 10 in Houston.

Commentary

Crowdfunding and the future of municipal projects

Mark Feinberg, co-founder and CEO of Uruut, a collaborative community crowdfunding platform, describes the possible future for funding public works projects.

Article

California law to deter conflicts of interest in public works review boards

After controversies over the review of public works projects, California has passed legislation to make review boards more transparent.

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Public Works & Utilities

Highlights

How to increase climate resilience in urban areas

Traverse City’s broadband project is a cautionary tale for other communities

As cyber threats evolve, cities and counties need to safeguard staffers’ mobile devices

Article

PPP for stormwater

Article

Launching the world’s largest biotech incubator

Article

The giving tree(s)

Article

On the green

Commentary

Buying landscape equipment? Here are some tips to finish in the green (with related video).

Article

NACo urges congress to fund PILT program

Article

The battle for Boulder

Article

NRPA Congress & Expo covers all things parks and rec (with related video)

Commentary

Crowdfunding and the future of municipal projects

Article

California law to deter conflicts of interest in public works review boards

WHITE PAPERS

Industrial AMR infographic

Mechanize the Mop White Paper

3 Ways to Reduce Time-to-Hire in the Public Sector

Webinars

Overcoming Challenges & Creating Opportunities in Government Grant Management

How to Successfully Implement LED Streetlights in Your Hometown with Federal Funds

Grant Preparedness: Unlocking Funding Opportunities for Your Success

Podcast

Podcast: Disaster Management Symposium preview

Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina

Young Leaders Episode 3 – Shannon Hardin – City Council President, Columbus, Ohio

GALLERIES

A new dashboard tracks early voting for the 2024 election. These 10 counties have cast the most votes so far

Here are the 10 most competitive rental markets in the U.S.

Cycling, recycling and green space: these are the top 10 most sustainable cities in the U.S.