Public Works & Utilities

Highlights

Small budget, strong security: Why Zero Trust is key to protecting critical infrastructure

Earlier this year, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National...

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...

Mileage-based fees not an easy sell

Officials looking to implement mileage-based fees to replace lost gas tax revenue meet resistance.

Well, they both have cars on them, so …

In a ruling on a woman’s slip-related lawsuit, the New York Court of Appeals classified a city parking lot as serving the “functional purpose” of a highway.

Brush cutter safety resources

There is no shortage of web resources, guides and other literature on brush cutter safety. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), a federal agency, for instance, has issued a Safety Alert publication, Number 5005, “Brush Cutters Require Cautious Use By Consumers.”

Scrimping on highway repairs leaves states in a bind

Some states’ habit of spending on new road construction rather than on regular repair have left many states’ roads in poor condition, and costs to repair those roads are rising faster than states can address them, according to a new report from Smart Growth America (SGA) and Taxpayers for Common Sense.

Energy-saving systems light the way in Minnesota public housing

RTLED lighting fixtures with SensorSwitch occupancy controls from Lithonia Lighting have reduced energy consumption at the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority, which is the largest public housing authority in Minnesota.

Don’t go there!

A Connecticut town had to close a new water fountain after residents began using it as a toilet.

Report: Deferred road repair poses financial liability

The value of fleet management studies to government administrators

Across the country, municipal officials are taking a fresh look at how their fleet management programs function. Comprehensive fleet management studies are helping communities review their existing operations, and reduce operational costs and fuel consumption. Fleet management studies thoroughly evaluate all aspects of an existing fleet, and then recommend improvements in particular trouble areas.

Picture contest focuses on decaying infrastructure in U.S.

Entrants who submit a photo can win a $250 cash prize in the Picture a Better America Photo Contest. The contest aims to drive home to elected officials the reality of America’s crumbling infrastructure and showcase workers that build and maintain it.

Federal fleets add electric cars and charging stations

The General Services Administration (GSA) plans to buy 116 plug-in electric cars, including 100 Chevrolet Volts. The purchase is one step in the process to boost the fuel efficiency of federal government fleets, including the 600,000 vehicles that are under GSA control.

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Public Works & Utilities

Highlights

Small budget, strong security: Why Zero Trust is key to protecting critical infrastructure

How to increase climate resilience in urban areas

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

Mileage-based fees not an easy sell

Well, they both have cars on them, so …

Brush cutter safety resources

Scrimping on highway repairs leaves states in a bind

Energy-saving systems light the way in Minnesota public housing

Don’t go there!

Report: Deferred road repair poses financial liability

The value of fleet management studies to government administrators

Picture contest focuses on decaying infrastructure in U.S.

Federal fleets add electric cars and charging stations

WHITE PAPERS

Industrial AMR infographic

Mechanize the Mop White Paper

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

Webinars

Navigating POTS Replacement: Public Sector Considerations

Overcoming Challenges & Creating Opportunities in Government Grant Management

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

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

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