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It’s not the size of the city that counts

The Municipal Posted on April 15, 2017 by Julie YoungApril 17, 2017
The bus that operates between Seneca and Clemson University reached a national milestone of 100,000 miles of uninterrupted service. The electric buses can stay on the road longer because they are on fast chargers that can have the bus up and running in six minutes and traveling for 30 miles before the next recharge. (Photo provided)

When you think of cities leading the way in transportation innovation, Seneca, S.C., is hardly the first place that comes to mind. However, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Oconee County community of 8,207 became the … Continue reading →

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Fleet cost management — It starts with the trucks you buy

The Municipal Posted on February 16, 2015 by The MunicipalFebruary 16, 2015
fleet maintenance

By ROBERT “BOB” JOHNSON | Director of fleet relations, NTEA As a fleet manager, you probably spend a significant portion of your time looking for ways to control operating costs. Fuel is always a big portion of a fleet’s budget, … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet, Transportation | Tagged components, costs, fuel, maintenance, truck cost, vehicle | 1 Reply

Is your garage ready for gaseous fuels?

The Municipal Posted on December 19, 2014 by Sarah WrightDecember 15, 2014
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 | Leave a reply

New Product Trends

The Municipal Posted on December 4, 2014 by Jodi MarlinDecember 3, 2014
new firefighting equipment

2015 budgets have been approved, and more than likely they include allocations for at least a few pieces of new equipment. Before submitting a specific item for purchase approval, though, take a look at what manufacturers say will be the … Continue reading →

Posted in LED, New Year Outlook, Products, Technology, Transportation | Leave a reply

Truckin’ along to 2015

The Municipal Posted on November 14, 2014 by Barb SieminskiNovember 13, 2014
ram work trucks

It’s time to look at purchasing trucks again. Are you ready for the 2015 truck and other utility vehicle fashion show, with lots of new styles, colors and under-the-hood bling? Check out some of the all-new exteriors, upgraded cockpits, state-of-the-art … Continue reading →

Posted in Transportation | Tagged 2015 ram, cargo, van | Leave a reply

Pittsburgh goes green(er) — without CNG

The Municipal Posted on September 3, 2014 by The MunicipalSeptember 2, 2014
Grant Ervin, sustainability manager for the city of Pittsburgh, next to a truck fitted with Optimus Technologies’ renewable diesel solution.

City reduces vehicle lifecycle emissions 80 percent, addresses sustainability initiatives By COLIN HUWYLER, CEO | Optimus Technologies LLC Local governments are leading the way toward cleaning up the environment. One case in point is the city of Pittsburgh, Pa. While … Continue reading →

Posted in Case Study, Transportation | Tagged city, cng, costs, diesel, emissions, From the Cover, fuel, optimus, solution | Leave a reply

Hot topic: infrared pothole patching

The Municipal Posted on August 1, 2014 by Ray BaloghJuly 28, 2014
After - Infrared repair to Barlow Street in Traverse City, Mich.

Street and public utility departments are experiencing, in varying severity, the tandem perennial fiscal scourges of diminishing budget funds and increased operation costs. Fortunately, a burgeoning technology has added a cost-effective weapon to municipal arsenals. Infrared asphalt repair, though gaining … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works, Transportation | Tagged area, asphalt, city, infrared, material, repair | 1 Reply

Beat the Heat

The Municipal Posted on July 7, 2014 by Sarah WrightJuly 24, 2014
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 | 1 Reply

Citizen-repaired streets

The Municipal Posted on June 7, 2014 by Drema DrudgeJune 26, 2014
As public works departments struggle to stretch their budgets far enough to be able to patch all of their pothole-plagued streets, in a few instances residents have decided to take matters into their own hands and attempt the repairs on their own. (Shutterstock photo)

If you had been out in the dead of night in Jackson, Miss., a few months ago, you might have run across Ron Chane’s work. The local resident patched just over 100 of the many potholes that dotted the city’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Service, Transportation, Uncategorized | Tagged asphalt, bump, citizens, city’s, jackson, local, roads, speed | Leave a reply

National Work Zone Awareness Week

The Municipal Posted on April 3, 2014 by Drema DrudgeApril 9, 2014
According to the American Traffic Safety Services Association, during its 14-year existence National Work Zone Awareness Week has served to radically reduce the rate of fatalities associated with work zones. (Photo provided)

National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 7–14. This year’s theme is “Work Zone Speed: A Costly Mistake.” Every state in the country is participating in NWZAW, holding poster contests, renting billboards, making mascots and more. The Virginia Department of … Continue reading →

Posted in Transportation | Tagged baron, barriers, construction, constructionwork, safety, work, zone, zones | Leave a reply

Building consensus into informed fleet purchase decisions

The Municipal Posted on March 14, 2014 by The MunicipalMarch 18, 2014
KELLY REAGAN | Guest columnist Fleet Administrator, Columbus, Ohio

Deciding what to buy with limited funding can be challenging today, but as a fleet professional, I believe that it is incumbent upon us to eliminate preferential treatment for departments/divisions when making decisions about purchasing new vehicles. Many years ago … Continue reading →

Posted in Transportation | Tagged agency, assets, buy, cycle, fleet, rs, unit, user | Leave a reply

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