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Morningthorpe Avenue Bridge transforms into hub of active transportation

The Municipal Posted on February 25, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
bridge

While closing down a bridge may seem like an inconvenience, it has opened the door to numerous possibilities for one New York County.                 When the New York State Department of Transportation ordered Putnam County to close the Morningthorpe Avenue … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged bridge, february 2021, The Municipal

New Mexico cities team with anti-trafficking task force

The Municipal Posted on February 18, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
trafficking

“It could never happen here.” “My city is too small.” “I would know if it was happening near me.” “It only happens in other countries.”       These statements reflect common beliefs about human trafficking, but the truth is, it can … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged february 2021, public safety, The Municipal, trafficking

Santa Clarita, Calif., launches award-winning initiatives

The Municipal Posted on February 6, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
santa clarita

Involvement is an important aspect to any thriving city, yet it can be easier said than done. Whether it is piquing residents’ interest in local happenings or preparing a new generation of employees for the city’s workforce, getting people involved … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged january 2021, maintenance & operations, santa clarita, The Municipal

Iowa City looks to the future in public works design

The Municipal Posted on January 27, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
public works

As technology rapidly advances and environmental requirements become stricter, cities must constantly work to keep up. With this in mind, public works departments throughout the country are designing and building new facilities that not only boast the latest technology but … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged january 2021, maintenance & operations, public works, The Municipal

Cities search for workforce housing solutions

The Municipal Posted on January 14, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
housing

Offering adequate, affordable workforce housing can be a challenge. As cities continue to grow and add jobs, many find their current housing situations are lacking, with many people commuting in from other locations to work. Many cities are tackling this … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020 review/2021 outlook | Tagged 2020 review/2021 outlook, december 2020, housing, The Municipal

Cities reflect on 2020, plan for 2021

The Municipal Posted on December 8, 2020 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
2020

The year 2020 wasted no time hitting hard. By March, COVID-19 was leaving its mark. Businesses worldwide were ordered to close or allowed to remain open, divided into “essential” and “nonessential” labels. Meanwhile, people everywhere were told to stay at … Continue reading →

Posted in Municipal Management | Tagged 2020, municipal management, The Municipal

Worldwide event gets cities counting

The Municipal Posted on November 6, 2020 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
cities

Cities worldwide are going wild for an annual event that encourages residents to get out and document nature. The City Nature Challenge has taken place every spring since 2016. According to organizers Alison Young, California Academy of Sciences, and Lila … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged cities, october 2020, parks & environmental services, The Municipal

Municipalities prioritize digital inclusion for all ages

The Municipal Posted on November 3, 2020 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
digital

Part of the nature of technology is to progress; however, sometimes the pace is so fast, it leaves many people behind. With this in mind, cities nationwide have come to the realization they need to be digitally inclusive. Digital inclusion … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged digital, november 2020, The Municipal

How Deltona, Florida, put itself on the map

The Municipal Posted on October 20, 2020 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
florida

A decade ago, Deltona, Florida, was a small city with few jobs and 250 acres of seemingly useless undeveloped land nearby. Today, that piece of land has transformed into the Portland Industrial Park, which has attracted major companies like Amazon, … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, deltona, florida, september 2020, The Municipal

Parks departments go virtual to keep residents moving

The Municipal Posted on October 5, 2020 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
parks

This year has not gone as planned, with countless events nationwide cancelling in light of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Among these are annual concerts, 5Ks, marathons and a seemingly endless list of other annual happenings. With this in mind, parks … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged cedar rapids, indiana, iowa, mishawaka, muscatine, october 2020, parks, parks & environmental services, The Municipal

Redding, California, water manager recounts battle against Carr Fire

The Municipal Posted on September 30, 2020 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
california

Battling a wildfire is no simple task. The flames can burn for days, depending on conditions. If they reach city limits, diverting enough water to battle them can be taxing on a city’s water utility, which must provide sufficient water … Continue reading →

Posted in crisis management | Tagged California, crisis management, september 2020, The Municipal

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