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Police officer body cameras: Reflecting on the past and looking to the future

The Municipal Posted on December 22, 2017 by Andrew MentockDecember 22, 2017
While best practices vary from department to department and from state to state, most agree body-worn cameras should be on, particularly when there is an encounter that might lead to an arrest, traffi c ticket, driving under the influence arrest or any use of force. (Shutterstock.com)

Since the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., in 2014, the use of police officer body-worn cameras has been a polarizing topic. Body-worn cameras are interwoven in the national discussions related to police brutality and law enforcement procedures. They … Continue reading →

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Opioid Epidemic – projected to get worse before it gets better

The Municipal Posted on December 21, 2017 by Denise FedorowDecember 21, 2017

While now regularly making the network news, opioid overdoses are something that have been on first responders’ minds for quite a while, and the epidemic in America is getting worse. The numbers are staggering, with lives lost to opioid overdoses … Continue reading →

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Sports tourism pays off big for host cities

The Municipal Posted on December 18, 2017 by Barb SieminskiDecember 18, 2017
Johnson City, Tenn., saw a boost of an estimated $12 million in direct visitor spending in 2016 thanks to sports tourism. (Photo provided by Johnson City CVB)

Remember when you were a kid and your two best friends vied for your company? Kid A wanted you to come over aft er school and go swimming in his pool, but Kid B won out with an in-ground pool, … Continue reading →

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Taking a proactive approach to code enforcement

The Municipal Posted on December 16, 2017 by Catey TraylorDecember 18, 2017
Roseville, Minn., has taken a proactive approach to code enforcement that includes a housing replacement program that works with Better Futures Minnesota and ex-convicts to dismantle homes. (Photo provided)

The same troubles challenge nearly every city: residents complain when homes or buildings in their neighborhoods become run down, trash begins to collect or landscaping is not properly maintained. Calls are placed to the city, warnings are sent and eventually … Continue reading →

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Purchasing trends to watch in 2018

The Municipal Posted on December 7, 2017 by Sarah WrightDecember 7, 2017
By funding and supporting procurement staff, municipalities can save thousands of dollars in addition to bringing them into the purchasing process early on. (Shutterstock.com)

2017 saw a increase in government spending, with a peak increase at 5.4 percent in the second quarter when compared with the second quarter of 2016. In “Onvia State & Local Procurement Snapshot — Q3 2017” Onvia Lead Market Analyst … Continue reading →

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Pensacola partnership sets an example

The Municipal Posted on December 27, 2015 by Denise FedorowDecember 28, 2015

A unique partnership between the city of Pensacola, Fla., and Emerald Coast Utility Authority is an example of public/private partnership success. As municipal budgets continue to be stretched to the limits, it seems as if the public/private partnership trend will … Continue reading →

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Berne, Ind.: Swiss Homeland U.S.A.

The Municipal Posted on December 22, 2015 by Christine BeemsDecember 28, 2015

“It has been a conscious effort from day one.” Mark Settlemyre, president of the Berne, Ind., Chamber of Commerce, spoke of the Swiss spark mobilizing his fair community since 1852. That’s when a small troupe of 70 devout and rigorously … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Smartest US Cities

The Municipal Posted on June 27, 2014 by The MunicipalJune 3, 2014
The brain training program Luminosity recently conducted an extensive study to determine the smartest cities in the nation.

The brain training program Luminosity recently conducted an extensive study to determine the smartest cities in the nation. The study found many of the top cities and towns on the list play host to prominent colleges and universities. Ithaca is … Continue reading →

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The Municipal new account executives

The Municipal Posted on March 26, 2014 by The MunicipalMarch 25, 2014
Nancy Bucher

On Feb. 10, Plymouth, Ind., resident Nancy Bucher joined The Municipal sales team as an account executive. She will complement the magazine’s goals of connecting city officials to useful, affordable products as well as timely, relevant news and ideas. Bucher … Continue reading →

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The Municipal welcomes Ashley Adamaitis

The Municipal Posted on June 2, 2013 by The MunicipalJune 6, 2013
Ashley Adamaitis Municipal Account Executive

Lifetime laker Ashley Adamaitis, a Syracuse, Ind., resident, has joined the staff of The Municipal magazine as an account executive. Adamaitis will call on companies that would benefit from a presence in one of the fastest growing municipal magazines in … Continue reading →

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January Cover

January 2013 Municipal Magazine CoverWinter can play havoc with wastewater treatment plants. Treatment efficiency inevitably drops, especially if the temperature drops more than 20 degrees in a day. So if you haven’t winterized your system yet, now would be the time to kick it into high gear. Don’t forget that cold-weather gear when you’re working outside, too. (Shutterstock photo)

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