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‘Grand’ new attractions: Grand Junction makes improvements to its downtown district

The Municipal Posted on November 14, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

As the most populous municipality in western Colorado, the city of Grand Junction, located in Mesa County, is working hard to make improvements to its downtown district that will encourage new businesses to flourish, encourage visitors to stay a while … Continue reading →

Posted in City Profile | Tagged city profile, colorado, grand junction, november 2019, technology, The Municipal

Pooling resources: Crowdfunding turns community dreams into realities

The Municipal Posted on October 7, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

They say if you want something done right, do it yourself; and when it comes to adding or improving parks in a particular community, it’s advice that engaged citizens are taking to heart. By launching online crowdfunding campaigns and encouraging … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged nrpa, october 2019, parks & environmental services, The Municipal

Get out: Managing evacuations in the event of an emergency

The Municipal Posted on September 14, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

     When disaster strikes, or is on the way, communities have a small window of opportunity to notify the public of impending peril and encourage them to “get out of Dodge” before it’s too late. In order to provide … Continue reading →

Posted in Storm Management | Tagged California, santa barbara, september 2019, storm management, 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

Growing green: Savannah’s tree project to replenish urban forest

The Municipal Posted on July 28, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

It’s no secret that Savannah, Ga., is known for its tree tourism. In fact, approximately 14 million people descend on the low-lying, southern city each year to take in the area’s historic architecture and glorious tree canopy. However, what most … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged georgia, july 2019, parks & environmental services, public works, savannah, The Municipal

Flying high: Enid Woodring Regional Airport gets new terminal

The Municipal Posted on July 3, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

When a plane lands at the Enid Woodring Regional Airport in Enid, Okla., director Dan Ohnesorge wants passengers to know that they have arrived.           “The airport terminal is the first thing people see when they get here and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged airports, building & construction, enid, june 2019, oklahoma, The Municipal, water & energy

From lawbreaker to policymaker

The Municipal Posted on June 15, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

Jermaine Wilson of Leavenworth, Kan., knows there is no such thing as a perfect politician. However, rather than hide his mistakes from the voters, he parlayed them into a story of redemption and a life of public service that culminated … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged june 2019, kansas, Leavenworth, personality profile, police, The Municipal, water & energy

Taylorsville’s 20/20 Vision

The Municipal Posted on May 17, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

As the mayor of Taylorsville, Utah, Kristie Overson said one of her highest priorities is to plan for the community’s future by building on the successes and lessons of the past. That’s why she met with the city council, city … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, may 2019, taylorsville, utah

Where’s the fire? Meet Wilton, N.H., Fire Chief Jim Cutler

The Municipal Posted on April 15, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
Jim Cutler serves as Wilton, N.H., Fire Department’s chief. He does this while also holding a full-time managerial position at Amherst Label in Milford, N.H. (Photo provided)

Jim Cutler does not like to let grass grow under his feet. Even though he had a full-time managerial position at Amherst Label in Milford, N.H., as well as a wife and daughter to support, he longed to fill his … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged Jim Cutler, Wilton NH

The charm of Dorset: Vermont community offers a respite from city life

The Municipal Posted on March 16, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
Chartered in 1791, Dorset has worked hard to balance preserving its past while also looking toward the future and drawing in new future visitors. (Photo provided)

No matter if you are looking for a great place to visit or a sweet spot in which to settle down and raise a family, it’s not hard to fall under the spell of Dorset, Vt. Chartered in 1791 and … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged New England, Vermont

Don’t jump: Communities learn that bridge fencing saves lives

The Municipal Posted on February 18, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
Opened to traffi c in 1913, Allentown, Pa.’s, Eighth Street Bridge has been the site of approximately 80 suicides. In 2014 during a planned renovation, fencing was added to the bridge to prevent suicides there. (Public domain)

When the Eighth Street Bridge opened for traffic on Nov. 17, 1913, in Allentown, Pa., it was the longest and highest concrete bridge in the world. At 2,650 feet in length, 45 feet in width and 138 feet high, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged bridge’s, Pasedena CA

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