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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 →

Posted in Building Projects

Glastonbury receives NRPA and ICMA awards for innovative Riverfront Park

The Municipal Posted on December 24, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
After remediation took place to the oil facility, the area now houses a senior and community center. Various athletic fields are throughout the acres of Riverfront Park. It also holds plentiful recreational opportunities, including fishing and kayaking. (Photo by Paul Coco)

For 30 years the town of Glastonbury, Conn., had discussed the need for access to the riverfront both for first responders in case of emergency and public recreation. The town’s work to make this a reality earned it the National … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation | Tagged ICMA, nrpa, Riverfront Park

Purdue University creates unique pothole detection system

The Municipal Posted on November 8, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
pothole detection system for purdue

Any municipality that experiences harsh winters has at least one common enemy — potholes. Purdue University is working with West Lafayette to help identify this problem. “Potholes are a very significant issue in many municipalities, particularly in West Lafayette Ind., … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Purdue, West Lafayette

Ferry connecting Iowa and Illinois becomes necessity during bridge reconstruction

The Municipal Posted on September 25, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The Highway 52 overflow bridge leading from Savanna, Ill., to Sabula, Iowa, was demolished for safety reasons and is currently in the process of being rebuilt. The bridge is the most direct route between the two cities. The Iowa Department of Transportation estimates approximately 2,000 people use the bridge each day. (By David L. Vollenweider - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons. wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=22207536)

An extremely important main thoroughfare, the overflow Highway 52 bridge is “the main way across the river from Iowa to Illinois,” stated Chris Lain, mayor of Savanna, Ill. It is also “the only highway that travels through Sabula,” added Troy … Continue reading →

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Williamsville, N.Y., provides better stormwater management by going green

The Municipal Posted on July 11, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

“The project took what was a sea of asphalt and turned it into a place where people want to be, where it is safe to walk and where stormwater is no longer collecting from Main Street, down East Spring Street … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged Williamsville

Fargo, N.D., shares its successes as the Georgetown University Energy Prize winner

The Municipal Posted on June 5, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
One of efargo’s interactive, family-friendly activities was the earth piano at Party for the Planet held at the local zoo. (Photo provided by efargo)

Those most surprised by Fargo, N.D., winning the Georgetown University Energy Prize were those who had worked so hard to make it possible. The idea got started when Malini Srivastava, architect and project leader, noticed that most existing buildings are … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy

Cities adapt building codes in response to tiny homes

The Municipal Posted on May 13, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
A variety of tiny homes can be constructed. Some can be a small home on a foundation, similar to other singlefamily homes, and others can be on wheels, which are more similar to a mobile home. (Photo provided)

One of the issues facing this tiny house craze is the various definitions of a tiny home. Some can be considered single-family homes on a single lot, others would be considered multiple-family homes on a single lot and still others … Continue reading →

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Cities remain active in discouraging pests and maintaining pest control

The Municipal Posted on March 26, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

Pests, such as rodents and geese, have become problems in urban areas that municipalities have been grappling with for years. While pest control tends to fall under the parks department purview, other city agencies are also responsible for pests in … Continue reading →

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Boynton Beach combines sustainability practices and upgrades to win the Envision Bronze award

The Municipal Posted on February 25, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the upgraded East Water Treatment Plant on July 27, 2017. Pictured, from left, are Boynton Beach Commissioner Joe Casello, Mayor Steven Grant, Utilities Technical Services Manager Michael Low, Commissioner Christina Romelus and Vice Mayor Justin Katz. (Photo provided)

The Boynton Beach City Commission approved a partnership on March 2, 2015, allowing CDM Smith to begin the East Plant Ion Exchange and Upgrades Project. This partnership on the upgrades project led to the Envision Bronze award from the Institute … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy

Cops just want to have fun raising money for charities

The Municipal Posted on January 20, 2018 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The photo that the Knoxville Police Department chose to challenge the Gainesville Police Department included a K-9. While this not only caught many people’s attention, it also helped to bring awareness to many of the animal shelters and other animal relief agencies that needed help following the hurricane. Pictured, from left, are Officer Brayden Hanson, Sgt. Samuel Henard, Officer Garrett Fontanez and Officer Christopher Medina. In front is the K-9, Nash. (Photo provided)

In times of tragedy or disaster, it is important for people to rally together and help one another. This can be shown in a variety of ways, including monetary donations, item donations and many forms of service. When it came … Continue reading →

Posted in Police, Public Safety

Ice rinks considered to be a worthwhile city attraction

The Municipal Posted on December 8, 2017 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The Edge Ice Center in Owensboro, Ky., provides year-round family fun on the ice. A variety of programs, regardless of season, help to generate additional revenue for the city and help to pay for the rink’s operating expenses. (Photo provided)

Ice rinks can be an exciting tourist attraction for any town; however, they also come with their own list of positives and problems, including cost and maintenance. These will vary as to the area as well as whether the rink … Continue reading →

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