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Citizens of Rochester embrace improvements along the Genesee riverfront

The Municipal Posted on March 6, 2025 by Jennifer BartonFebruary 25, 2025
No1: A sidewalk design designates the heart of North Star Commons, a riverwalk park along the Genesee River in Rochester, N.Y. The park was developed as part of the West River Wall improvement project, named the 2024 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association. (Photo provided by Rochester, N.Y.)

In the 1800s, rivers and waterways were vital to the success of newly established cities in the United States. Rivers provided a means of power and transportation, so towns sprung up where that resource was available. With the construction of … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged fleet service & management, March 2025, public works, The Municipal

Suffolk, Virginia, conducts a Public Works Citizens’ Academy

The Municipal Posted on July 13, 2023 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
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The public works department is a multifaceted, ever-evolving municipal department that few fully understand. It is responsible for the planning, construction, operation and maintenance of a city’s infrastructure, including its roads, transportation system, bridges, water, waste disposal, pest control, etc. … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged july 2023, public works, The Municipal

Cities care for four-legged citizens with improved animal care ordinances and facilities

The Municipal Posted on May 31, 2022 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
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Recently, cities have been looking at their animal ordinances or animal shelters to improve their care of the pet population. Many are reworking ordinances to better control what animals are allowed or the number of animals allowed within city limits … Continue reading →

Posted in Municipal Management | Tagged animal, may 2022, municipal management, The Municipal

Crestwood Fire Department uses technology to protect firefighters, citizens

The Municipal Posted on October 19, 2020 by Maggie KenworthyAugust 2, 2023
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Despite a smaller population of around 11,000 residents, Crestwood, Mo., is taking great strides to make sure the local fire department stays up to date with the latest technology. Crestwood Fire Chief Lou Hecht has brought on two new technologically … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged october 2020, public safety, The Municipal

Kidding around: Pembroke Pines recognizes importance of its youngest citizens

The Municipal Posted on August 26, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

When it comes to showcasing and promoting the interests of its youngest citizens, the city of Pembroke Pines, Fla., doesn’t “kid” around. Not only does the mayor’s office host an annual all-day party to celebrate this special constituency, but the … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged august 2019, building & construction, florida, pembroke pines, The Municipal, waste & recycling

Building resilient citizens

The Municipal Posted on September 24, 2018 by Andrew MentockAugust 2, 2023
Situated in the Cascadia Subduction Zone, Walla Walla, Wash., has made plenty of preparations should the “big one” occur. These have included encouraging residents to become resilient and build relationships with their neighbors. (Shutterstock.com)

Over the years, natural disasters have impacted many areas of the United States: from hurricanes flooding parts of Texas and Florida to wildfires burning up the West Coast. In response to these and other disasters, government bodies have worked to … Continue reading →

Posted in Storm Management | Tagged Walla Walla Washington

Knoxville seeks to provide citizens with guidance on short-term rentals

The Municipal Posted on August 15, 2017 by Catey TraylorAugust 2, 2023
A popular destination, Knoxville is working to get an ordinance in place that allows homeowners to rent their alreadyoccupied homes, but not to buy homes specifically for rental purposes. (Shutterstock.com)

We’ve all done it, or known someone who’s done it: used Airbnb to book a convenient and cheap place to stay for a weekend trip. The concept of the “sharing economy,” which includes services like Airbnb, Uber and Lyft is … Continue reading →

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NLC program gives cities and citizens a ‘LIFT-UP’

The Municipal Posted on May 6, 2017 by Anne Meyer BylerAugust 2, 2023
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What if your city’s utilities had a program that could pay down overdue balances; give those residents financial support and empowerment in other areas of their lives; avoid cutoff and reconnect fees; and save the hassle and expense of using … Continue reading →

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Citizens morphing into first care providers

The Municipal Posted on April 3, 2017 by Elisa WalkerAugust 2, 2023
First Care Provider is welcoming individuals with experience in pre-hospital medicine, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care, EMS or trauma to join the program as instructors. To become an instructor, visit https://firstcareprovider.org/instructor-1/. (Photo provided)

When more and more violent incidents become a common occurrence in communities, it’s imperative for municipalities to take initiative to educate citizens over basic medical and trauma care. Educated EMS agencies, firefighters and police officers are not the first to … Continue reading →

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TargetSolutions Helps City of Lawrence Fire Dept. Serve Citizens More Effectively

The Municipal Posted on April 23, 2013 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

‘TargetSolutions Is the Best Decision I Ever Made,’ Says Lawrence Fire Dept.’s Division Chief SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 4, 2013 – Training is critical to the livelihood of every fire department. Emergency responders need timely, impactful education if they … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release | Tagged ability, batalis, chief, department, lawrence, time, training

Rapid City’s Vision Fund: Looking Ahead to Transformational Investments

The Municipal Posted on June 17, 2025 by Danielle LundMay 22, 2025

After a week packed with presentations, public discussions and on-site evaluations, Rapid City’s Vision Fund Citizen Committee has concluded its public hearing process for the 2025-2029 Vision Fund cycle. Over the course of four days, 29 project applicants, ranging from … Continue reading →

Posted in Municipal Management | Tagged June 2025, municipal management, The Municipal, water & energy

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