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Oldest working fireboat still serves Buffalo, N.Y.

The Municipal Posted on April 6, 2017 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The addition of the tower ladder at the stern of the Edward M. Cotter fireboat helps to give a better vantage point to the firefighters. (Photo provided by the Edward M. Cotter Conservancy)

Before Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated as president the oldest working fireboat had already begun serving the city of Buffalo, N.Y. In November 2016, the Edward M. Cotter fireboat turned 116 years old. Even today it is still used as a … Continue reading →

Posted in Firefighting & EMS

Bike sharing: The newest alternative in public transportation

The Municipal Posted on March 9, 2017 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

Bike share programs are sweeping the nation as a more active and healthy way to get around without having to bring a bicycle. These programs allow both residents and visitors to rent a bike for recreation, sightseeing, errands and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation

Firework tax offers some relief to West Virginia volunteer fire departments

The Municipal Posted on February 2, 2017 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023
The sale of fi reworks in West Virginia has opened up an opportunity to aid local communities through a 12 percent tax, which supports the Veterans Facility Support Fund and the state’s many volunteer fi re departments. (Shutterstock.com)

Beginning in 2016, West Virginia decided to allow the sale of fireworks past the simple novelty items like snakes and sparklers. Along with the ability to purchase fi reworks within the state came a 12 percent tax on all consumer … Continue reading →

Posted in Firefighting & EMS

Municipalities using GPS system monitoring for fleet management

The Municipal Posted on January 12, 2017 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

One of the most important parts of running any business is assessing the risks and finding ways to manage said risks. When it comes to managing an entire fleet this can become even more difficult. Many cities have begun to … Continue reading →

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