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McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park recognized as 2019 ELGL best park

The Municipal Posted on October 11, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

“We like to call it the happiest place in Scottsdale, (Ariz.),” Darryl Grimes, assistant recreation coordinator, affirmed, referring to the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. The park recently won the 2019 Engaging Local Government Leaders Knope Award for the Best Park or … Continue reading →

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

Emergency preparedness fair keeps Cupertino community up to date on emergency operations

The Municipal Posted on September 20, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

Prepare Cupertino was a free community preparedness fair held Saturday, June 22, in Cupertino, Calif. Clare Francavilla, emergency services coordinator, explained, “This fair was a way to inform Cupertino’s community members about the importance of getting prepared for an emergency … Continue reading →

Posted in Storm Management | Tagged California, cupertino, september 2019, storm management, The Municipal

International restrictions force changes to local recycling programs

The Municipal Posted on August 10, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

As one of the world’s largest processors of recyclables, China placing new restrictions on what recyclables it will allow to be imported has forced cities throughout the U.S. to make changes to their recycling programs. Deltona, Fla.           The city … Continue reading →

Posted in Waste & Recycling | Tagged august 2019, deltona, florida, minneapolis, Minnesota, pennsylvania, philadelphia, tennessee, The Municipal, waste & recycling, williamson county

Fighting the F.O.G.: Tyler, Texas, passes new ordinance to combat sewer buildups, backups and overflows

The Municipal Posted on July 9, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

The existence of fats, oil and grease buildup in sewer lines can be disastrous for both individuals and the city when it comes to short- and long-term consequences. Consequences can range from a costly and pungent inconvenience to an expensive, … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged FOG, july 2019, public works, texas, The Municipal, Tyler

Cities amend laws to support self-sustainability with backyard chickens

The Municipal Posted on June 26, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

With the growing trend of greener, healthier living and self-sustainability, backyard mini farms are becoming much more popular. While those living in urban settings are finding new, creative ways to grow fruit, vegetables and greens, the popularity of backyard chickens … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged beaverton, june 2019, nebraska, nebraska city, new braunfels, oregon, texas, The Municipal, water & energy

Vacant Walmart store allows influential change for the McAllen Public Library

The Municipal Posted on May 5, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

After the local Walmart moved to a different location within the city, McAllen, Texas, was left with a vacant big-box store. In 2007, a citywide survey was done on the vacant space and the direction the city wanted to go … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building, construction, may 2019, mcallen, texas, The Municipal

California wildfires bring new fire behavior and fire safety issues to light

The Municipal Posted on April 5, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
While fi re suppression is extremely useful and necessary, it can cause a buildup of underbrush, which can make wildfi res larger and more powerful than seen previously. The most common natural cause of wildfi res is lightning. (Photo provided by USDA Forest Service, Missoula Fire Sciences Lab)

The United States Forest Service’s Fire Sciences Laboratory in Missoula, Mont., has been providing the forest service with research and development since 1960. As the only federal research lab focused on wildfires, its research directly aids in the management of … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged Missoula Montana, United States Forest Service

Leasing fleet vehicles provides a cost-effective method for timely replacement

The Municipal Posted on March 22, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The need for replacing fleet vehicles in Rockford, Ill., had become so substantial that choosing to lease became a necessity. The city had backup vehicles for each of its front-line vehicles since they were unreliable and frequently needed repair. Pictured is Dave DeCarlo working on a fire engine prior to the city choosing to lease. (Photo provided by the city of Rockford, Ill.)

A newer trend seen in some municipalities is the process of leasing fleet vehicles as opposed to purchasing them. Cities decide to lease for a variety of reasons. Out of necessity For the city of Rockford, Ill., its leasing initiative … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet | Tagged leasing, Rockford Ill

Utilizing technological advances: Police departments use podcasts to reach the public

The Municipal Posted on March 20, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
In September 2018, the Newport Beach Police Department began a podcast called “Countdown to Capture” with six episodes to request assistance from the public in locating a fugitive, Peter Chadwick, who is wanted for the murder of his wife. (Photo provided by the Newport Beach Police Department)

The Newport Beach, Calif., police department is testing out unique methods for reaching out to the public for assistance in cases. Jennifer Manzella, administrative assistant to the chief of police, stated that coming up with new ways to reach the … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged Newport Beach Police Department

Fighting snow one storm at a time: Fort Collins’ snow removal program

The Municipal Posted on February 14, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
Fighting Snow in Fort Collins, CO

Keeping the roads clear for the approximately 170,000 people living in Fort Collins, Colo., is no easy task with an annual snowfall of 50 inches a year and 1,100 lane miles to plow. While the city typically has quite a … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged Fort Collins CO, Keith Scott, Larry Schneider

Detroit takes steps to highlight the importance of locals in skilled trades careers

The Municipal Posted on January 23, 2019 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The city of Detroit, Mich., is working to get more Detroit residents involved in skilled trades careers with the implementation of their new Skilled Trades Employment Program. (Shutterstock.com)

Detroit, Mich., recently implemented a new program that emphasizes the need for skilled trade workers while also urging local unions to hire Detroit residents. Aft er a great deal of discussion centered around the lack of Detroit residents in skilled … Continue reading →

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