Running headlong into a burning building is not something a person can do haphazardly. It takes training, training and more training for a firefighter to have the skills and composure to face situations that require quick response time. Training under … Continue reading →
North Park in Haltom City, Texas, is getting an upgrade. After some issues occurred in the park, and with a great deal of future pipeline development planned for the area, now was the perfect time for a renovation. Construction began … Continue reading →
The city of Goleta – which means “schooner,” or “small ship” in Spanish – got its name because of the schooners that stopped in the harbor to drop off goods and pick up hides. Just nine miles north of Santa … Continue reading →
July 8, 2025 New product answers municipal need for safer streets without added strain on crews, budgets, or infrastructure. MARIETTA, GA — July 8, 2025 — As pedestrian fatalities climb and public works departments face mounting pressure to do more with … Continue reading →
Engaging in regular exercise is easier when a person is surrounded by incentives to workout and by a variety of opportunities. Whether a resident prefers working out alone or in a group — indoors or outdoors — certain cities in … Continue reading →
The city of Fort Wayne, Ind., has taken bold steps towards a more sustainable future by adopting electric vehicle infrastructure as a core component of its urban development strategy. Starting in 2020, the city installed EV charging stations across multiple … Continue reading →
The City of Dunwoody, Ga., is taking it to the streets – literally. On April 8, the Atlanta suburb embarked on its 2025 paving plan, which includes 29 streets and covers over 10 lane miles. The project is funded with … Continue reading →
A home of one’s own is the American Dream, but it is a dream that is out of reach for millions of Americans. Because nearly 53% of households lack the $61,487 annual income to purchase a modest $200,000 home, affordable … Continue reading →
The city of Chino Hills, in southern California, factors water into every decision. Whether it’s managing growth or landscaping parks, the ethos is conservation first. The city actively partners with its drinking water wholesaler to entice its 82,000 residents to … Continue reading →
Public works departments are under growing pressure to meet environmental regulations, manage costs and maintain community trust. Nowhere is that balancing act more visible than in aquatic maintenance. From stormwater canals to retention ponds, municipalities face persistent challenges: invasive weeds, … Continue reading →
The American Public Works Association announced the theme “People, Purpose, Presence” for the 2025 National Public Works Week, May 18-24. Public works contributes to advancing and enhancing everyone’s quality of life, no matter where they live in the world. Public … Continue reading →
