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POPS serve as downtown gathering spots

The Municipal Posted on October 15, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
Within 60 Wall St Atrium in New York City, there is a 2,360-square-foot pedestrian arcade, which is a privately owned public space completed in 1989. The concept of POPS started in New York City, with plazas and arcades in the early ’60s. (Shutterstock.com)

The privatization of public spaces, or POPS, can present a benefit to municipalities and the public at large, under certain conditions. In the context of cities and towns, POPS are small plazas, arcades and other outdoor and indoor spaces that … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation | Tagged POPS

ASRs show potential to restore natural water systems

The Municipal Posted on September 23, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
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Beyond water storage, aquifer storage and recovery facilities have the potential to be used as part of a concerted effort to restore the condition of natural resources like the Florida Everglades. ASRs have been used in Florida and throughout the … Continue reading →

Posted in Utilities

Women bring different perspective to law enforcement

The Municipal Posted on August 6, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
Chief Tracy Hahn poses with a potential future chief. (Photo provided)

Women in law enforcement bring a different set of experiences and perspective to the job that can prove to be a boon to their departments and communities. Chief Tracy Hahn of the city of Upper Arlington, Ohio, and Lt. Lara … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety

The move back to gravel

The Municipal Posted on July 21, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
Some citizens may consider gravel a temporary measure, which makes education important to ensure that it is understood that only when revenue matches the costs of the investment will a road be repaved. (Shutterstock.com)

Budget crises have forced many rural governments around the country to revert back to gravel roads. Montpelier, Vt., and Franklin County, Ala., are among them. In order to understand the decision, it’s important to put the moves in context. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets & Snow

Brooklyn Park gives rebranding a try

The Municipal Posted on May 10, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
Diversity Day Celebration included performances from many diverse groups and an opportunity for residents to meet with Brooklyn Park Police Department’s K-9 unit. (Photo provided by Brooklyn Park, Minn.)

Perception is reality, as they say. One Minnesota municipality has made waves when it comes to overcoming a mediocre reputation in the region through various rebranding efforts. With a population of more than 77,000 people, Brooklyn Park is situated along … Continue reading →

Posted in City / Town Management

Preplanning vital to using static water sources

The Municipal Posted on April 4, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
Multiple departments work together on a large scale water supply training class. Training with mutual aid fire departments can help pinpoint weaknesses or deficiencies in equipment or personnel. (Photo provided by Henry Lovett of TurboDraft )

Rural firefighting calls for a different and streamlined approach, including the access to and use of static water sources. Henry Lovett, a veteran volunteer firefighter and product manager for the TurboDraft Fire Eductor, described the lay of the land. “Rural … Continue reading →

Posted in Firefighting & EMS

Response to AFV accidents requires knowledge

The Municipal Posted on March 1, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023

Innovations like alternative fuel vehicles widely available on the market mean that first responders are best served to undergo training specific to accident response so they can handle the situation should it arise — and with AFVs’ growing popularity, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Fire Fighters

Engaging the community where they are — Facebook

The Municipal Posted on February 6, 2017 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
The Ellisville, Mo., Police Department is one of the latest police departments to join Facebook as a means to further community outreach.

Twenty-first century policing calls for embracing 21st century methods of communication. The Ellisville, Mo., Police Department has adopted such an approach. Patrol Officer Joey Nickles, serving in the newly created social media coordinator role, acts as a liaison between the … Continue reading →

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In a litigious society, parks can never be too careful

The Municipal Posted on October 14, 2016 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023

When it comes to risk mitigation for parks and recreation department employees and patrons, managers can never be too careful. Ron Pearson with Meadowbrook Insurance Group knows this firsthand. Meadowbrook is an Ann Arbor-based service provider for the Michigan Municipal … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation

Cities continue to embrace solar energy

The Municipal Posted on August 30, 2016 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023

Through various partnerships, the federal government is pushing the use and integration of solar energy in communities across the United States as a means to enhance resilience. David Morley, senior resource associate with the American Planning Association, is well versed … Continue reading →

Posted in Going Green

Flint, Michigan – Pursuing a ‘parallel narrative’

The Municipal Posted on August 3, 2016 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
The UM-Flint campus has expanded its footprint in recent years, positioning itself as a catalyst for change in downtown Flint. (Photo provided)

Despite bad press about the water debacle, Flint is making a comeback; and its supporters have been vocal about their city’s progress. The University of Michigan, Flint campus, has been instrumental in the city’s struggle for transformation. Chancellor Susan Borrego … Continue reading →

Posted in City / Town Management

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