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‘Softer’ approach to reduce chloride in natural water resources

The Municipal Posted on September 30, 2019 by Catey TraylorSeptember 27, 2019

Minnesota is notorious for having “hard water,” meaning water with high levels of calcium and magnesium. Water sources with these minerals present can lead to what most people think of when they hear the term: spotty residue on dishes, dry … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged Minnesota, morris, september 2019, storm management, The Municipal, wastewater, water & energy | Leave a reply

Farmington, N.M., ‘jolts’ its untapped natural resources

The Municipal Posted on September 23, 2019 by Catey TraylorSeptember 23, 2019

It’s not often a town of 45,000 gets a social media shout out from Hollywood stars like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Jack Black. It’s also not often a town of 45,000 people is involved in the filming of a … Continue reading →

Posted in City Profile | Tagged city profile, farmington, new mexico, september 2019, storm management | Leave a reply

El Paso works to construct innovative facility to conserve water

The Municipal Posted on August 29, 2019 by Catey TraylorAugust 29, 2019

The city of El Paso, Texas, will soon be repurposing treated wastewater to usable drinking water through a process called advanced purification. The project is designed in an effort to conserve precious water resources in the desert environment, as well … Continue reading →

Posted in Waste & Recycling | Tagged august 2019, el paso, texas, The Municipal, waste & recycling | Leave a reply

Municipalities debate merits of red light cameras

The Municipal Posted on June 27, 2019 by Catey TraylorJune 27, 2019

According to data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, as of April 2019, 388 communities across the U.S. and the District of Columbia use red light cameras for traffic enforcement, but that doesn’t mean the practice is spreading nationwide … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged june 2019, public works, street lights, The Municipal, washington dc, water & energy | Leave a reply

Babcock Ranch embraces new standard for sustainable growth

The Municipal Posted on June 10, 2019 by Catey TraylorJune 10, 2019

Babcock Ranch is a small community making a big impact. Located in southwest Florida just north of Fort Myers, the community dubs itself an innovative new town that sets a whole new standard for sustainable, responsible growth.           The town … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged babcock ranch, florida, june 2019, The Municipal, water & energy | Leave a reply

On historic Route 66, Kingman embraces history, looks to future

The Municipal Posted on May 15, 2019 by Catey TraylorMay 14, 2019

An American treasure and bucket list item for many, Route 66 was one of the original highways in the U.S. highway system. Established in 1926 and stretching from Chicago all the way to California, the route served as a means … Continue reading →

Posted in City Profile | Tagged arizona, building & construction, city profile, kingman, may 2019, The Municipal | Leave a reply

York landmark recipient of revitalization efforts

The Municipal Posted on May 13, 2019 by Catey TraylorMay 10, 2019

As with many modern-day cities, the original plat for York, Pa., included space for a farmer’s market — or public market as they were often called. These spaces became epicenters for culture, social life and errands while serving as influential … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, may 2019, pennsylvania, york | Leave a reply

Conway’s riverwalk celebrates community’s rich history

The Municipal Posted on April 29, 2019 by Catey TraylorApril 29, 2019
The riverwalk often finds itself as a backdrop for all kinds of photos, particularly proms, engagements, weddings and other special events. (Photo provided)

Meandering along the banks of the Waccamaw, inviting tourists and residents to slow down and take in the city and its rich history, is the Conway, S.C., river boardwalk. Originally established as the village of Kingston in 1732, Conway was … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation | Tagged Conway, South Carolina, Waccamaw | Leave a reply

Blair divides and conquers snow and ice

The Municipal Posted on March 24, 2019 by Catey TraylorMarch 24, 2019

The city of Blair, Neb., is no stranger to snow, and its efficient approach to handling inclement weather and ensuring the safety of residents is evidence of its familiarity. The city has 15 pieces of snow equipment that are available … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged Blair Nebraska, snow removal | Leave a reply

Algae tapped as potential feedstock for renewable biofuel

The Municipal Posted on March 10, 2019 by Catey TraylorMarch 10, 2019
The University of Michigan team has been growing multiple species of algae in the same environment, testing if whether one species declines or faces a challenge, another would take its place and compensate for the shortcomings. (Photo provided)

The search for a reliable, sustainable and fiscally sensible alternative biofuel has been long in the making, and Professor Brad Cardinale of the University of Michigan, along with a team of researchers from universities across the country, believe they’ve almost … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet | Tagged Biofuels, University of Michigan | Leave a reply

Ilion embraces little changes to realize big savings

The Municipal Posted on February 24, 2019 by Catey TraylorFebruary 24, 2019

The village of Ilion, N.Y., has received a $100,000 grant through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority’s Clean Energy Community Program to bring sustainable practices to the community. The federally funded program is designed to encourage communities … Continue reading →

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