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Bringing propane on board

The Municipal Posted on March 6, 2015 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
propane police cars

When it comes to alternative fuels, propane sometimes called liquefied petroleum gas, or LPG dwarfs all others in terms of total vehicles in operation, both on and off the road. Of those propane vehicles being used, many are in municipal … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet | Tagged alternative, fuel, fuels, perkins, propane, technicians, training, vehicles

Solar-powered lights opening possibilities

The Municipal Posted on February 4, 2015 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
parkland fla

Big and small, municipalities of all sizes are eyeing solar-powered LED lights, enticed by savings plus added safety and security. The lights are being utilized in a variety of settings, from pathways, residential roadways, public shelters and bikeways to parking … Continue reading →

Posted in Solar Energy, Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged solar

Is your garage ready for gaseous fuels?

The Municipal Posted on December 19, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Technicians complete a natural gas cylinder check. Training is extremely important prior to the first alternative fuel vehicle arrival, since it builds technicians’ confidence. (Photo provided)

More municipalities are exploring alternative fuels. As they do so, infrastructure becomes an important component. Are shops and technicians ready to handle the inclusion of alternative fuels, particularly gaseous fuels, into the fleet? According to Bill Davis, director of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Transportation | Tagged fleets, natural gas vehicles

When the cloud goes down

The Municipal Posted on November 13, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
One way to guard against cloud outages

The cloud has sprung forth as a viable option for small-to-medium-sized municipalities looking for less costly methods of storing important data or even specific operations. With the cloud, they no longer have to worry about purchasing servers, finding storage space … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged cannon, cloud

The bioremediation answer: microbes

The Municipal Posted on October 5, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Microbes can be sprayed over the surface of contaminated soil or water for effective treatment, as long as they come into contact with the contaminants. (Photo provided by CL Solutions LLC)

Utilizing microbes, bioremediation can clean up contaminated soil and groundwater while limiting impacts on the environment, citizens and animals. During the bioremediation process certain microbes are used to “devour” contaminants, including oil and other petroleum products, solvents and pesticides. However, … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation | Tagged bioremediation, contaminants, contaminated, environment, microbes, soil, water

PlaNYC: Addressing the long-term challenges

The Municipal Posted on September 17, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Kerr speaks during an event. (Photo provided)

Laurie Kerr currently serves as director of the City Energy Project, which will assist major American cities in developing and implementing bold, replicable energy efficiency policy. Kerr noted she has long held an interest in sustainable energy use, adding she … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged Laurie Kerr, Michael Blumberg, PlaNYC

#LiveNF: Niagara embraces renewal and tourism

The Municipal Posted on August 6, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Sunday in the PARK-ing Lot encourages people to rethink spaces and do fun activities in Niagara Falls. Occurring once a month during the summer, each month offers a different theme. July’s focused on sustainability and children, and a professional theater group performed “Shakespeare in the PARK-ing Lot” in August. (Photo provided)

Previously a heavily industrial city, Niagara Falls, N.Y., is a popular destination for tourists from around the world. After economic downturns and the Love Canal disaster, though, Niagara Falls worked to diversify its economy and looked to expand its tourism … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged dyster, falls, industry, niagara, projects

Beat the Heat

The Municipal Posted on July 7, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Officer Jim Luckett from Romeoville, Ill., sets off during a drag race. (Photo provided)

Combining education with the thrill of drag racing, police officers and other emergency personnel are curbing illegal street racing by bringing racers to the track. The goal of one organization called Beat the Heat is to educate young people about … Continue reading →

Posted in Police, Transportation | Tagged beat, beat the heat, cooley, georgia, heat, jr, kids, law, team

Port Royal, S.C., relishes its diversity

The Municipal Posted on June 13, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Port Royal, S.C., has installed a network of trails and boardwalks to connect residents and visitors alike to nature. Its cypress wetland, a rarity in an urban setting, is a big attraction, particularly with birdwatchers. (Photo provided)

Founded in 1562, Port Royal, S.C., is believed by some scholars to be the origin of European settlement in the New World. The Spanish first landed in the area around 1514. While the town does not have a continual settlement … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged area, beaufort, people, port, royal, town, willis

Pooling resources, reaping benefits

The Municipal Posted on June 9, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Several mayors, clerks of court, assessors, finance officials and others turned out to the 2013 LAMP Annual Meeting. LAMP has 636 local Louisiana governmental units participating in its pool, with 96 of those participants being cities, towns and villages. (Photo provided)

After 20 years the Louisiana Asset Management Pool continues to go strong, with 636 local Louisiana governmental units participating in the program and pooling a total of $1.6 billion in local government funds. Of those participants, 96 are cities, towns … Continue reading →

Posted in Funding & Finances | Tagged access, funds, lamp, local, louisiana, participants, sanders

Gobbling up diversity

The Municipal Posted on April 18, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Centennial Park is one of 24 parks located in Worthington, Minn., several of which are along Lake Okabena. Along with the parks the city has 10 miles of trails available. (Photo provided)

Surveyed in 1871 and platted in 1872, Worthington, Minn., has a long history. It was first tied to the railroads and the women’s temperance movement before evolving into a melting pot of diversity, both in business and community, over the … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile, Uncategorized | Tagged city, diversity, major, oberloh, park, parks, worthington

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