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Helping themselves: Police officers put stress relief techniques and coping mechanisms into practice

The Municipal Posted on April 19, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Peer support groups can be a highly effective way of assisting officers and promoting well-being. Fellow officers are able to discuss coping strategies and share similar experiences. Professional counseling can also be recommended, particularly with more advanced issues. (Shutterstock photo)

By DR. DANNY L. MCGUIRE JR. | Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at National Louis University, Chicago, Ill. In today’s society, with ever-changing technological advancements and social media, law enforcement professionals must be aware of their surroundings and, more importantly, … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety

Forsyth, Ga.

The Municipal Posted on April 13, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
The city of Forsyth GA 1823

Given the variegated productivity of Forsyth, Ga., it is hardly a wonder the municipality of 3,788 has one of the busiest city seals in the nation. The seal contains a crowded collage of images, including railway cars, a church, factory, … Continue reading →

Posted in City Seal

In crisis: Melding police, fire and procurement

The Municipal Posted on April 10, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Kubota stepped up in the aft ermath of Hurricane Harvey, donating $1 million in relief funds and equipment to several national and local charitable organizations. Pictured is a Kubota tractor removing debris from Hurricane Harvey. (Photo provided)

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which tracks billion-dollar disasters, “2017 was the costliest year on record for natural disasters in the United States, with a price tag of at least $306 billion.” Whether its natural disasters such … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Column

This May celebrate the building codes that protect your family and community

The Municipal Posted on April 10, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

A diverse coalition of public and private entities have already declared their support for the 38th annual Building Safety Month   Washington, D.C. – This May join a diverse coalition of corporations, nonprofits, government agencies and professionals in the building … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release

Cooperative contract brings Christmas in June to Staples Fire Department

The Municipal Posted on April 4, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
staples fire Dept Minnesota

by CHELSEA ORNELAS | NJPA Staff | www.njpacoop.org It’s mid-June 2017, and the Staples Fire Station in Minnesota is awash with excitement. “This is like Christmas,” said Donald Brusewitz, volunteer firefighter. Christmas? In June? Firefighters and their families, the mayor … Continue reading →

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Concerned about ‘#MeToo’ policy compliance? An Illinois county streamlined sign-offs with an e-solution

The Municipal Posted on April 1, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Aladtec’s cloud-based workforce management software allows any member to easily access a work schedule, request shift trades or time-off, receive messages, update certifications and more from the field using a smartphone or tablet. (Photos provided)

City of Norton, Ohio, firefighters designed a form in their Aladtec database that allows them to send changes like owner contact information or building changes right from the field, saving time and process steps. Tracking schedules, swapping shifts and supervisor-staff communication is made easy with the Aladtec workforce management system. Some customers say they pay for the annual subscription in just weeks with time saved by using scheduling function alone. Visit www.aladtec.com to learn more.

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How the Utility Crew at the University of Central Florida utilizes Vac-Tron Equipment

The Municipal Posted on March 27, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Vac-Tron's UCF AIR 373 SDT trailer vacuum excavator

The University of Central Florida purchased a Vac-Tron AIR 373 SDT vacuum excavator in 2016 and shared the benefits this unit has created for the facilities. “We didn’t have an initiative on campus to do soft digging and locating, so … Continue reading →

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ANCR announces a distinguished group of specialists to help develop the nation’s first community-wide resilience benchmarks related to buildings

The Municipal Posted on March 26, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

The American Institute of Architects and the American Wood Council join in sponsoring ANCR’s mission to help communities across the U.S. prepare for disaster Washington, D.C. – A renowned group of subject matter experts have been selected to assist the … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release

The Code Council joins organizations from across the globe in celebrating World Water Day

The Municipal Posted on March 22, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

This campaign raises awareness about the importance of water in our everyday lives and the critical water challenges we face in the 21st century Washington, D.C. – Today the International Code Council joins organizations from across the globe in commemorating … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release

ClipperCreek releases 64 Amp EVSE for home and commercial use

The Municipal Posted on March 21, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
ClipperCreek HCS-80 charging Model 3

Starting at $969, this high-powered charging station is the best value on the market. ClipperCreek, Inc. recently added the HCS-80, a 64 Amp electric vehicle charging station to its HCS line, which delivers up to 15.4 kW of power. This … Continue reading →

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Truck Safety USA, LLC. is Proud to Announce  the Unveiling of DUMP BRACE™ & CAB BRACE™:

The Municipal Posted on March 20, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Revolutionary Innovations in the Fleet Maintenance Support Equipment Industry. Virden, Illinois. February 21, 2018.  There is a direct corrolation between safety equipment and simplicity.  It is ONLY when these two go hand-in-hand, that we are able to drastically reduce the … Continue reading →

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