PCiRoads uses custom equipment for Minneapolis stormwater project
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Traffic cameras boost driver awareness
Jonesborough, Tenn., the county seat of Washington County, is known as the oldest town in the state. It is located not far from South Carolina; Johnson City, Tenn.; East Tennessee State University; and several major employers. “We receive a tremendous … Continue reading →
Succession planning: Is your city ready?
The future is always uncertain. Would you have a qualified employee ready to step up into a management position if the spot suddenly vacated due to early retirement, accident or long-term illness? Some cities and towns are tackling those uncertainties … Continue reading →
New South Edition of The Municipal Coming August 2013
The Municipal is growing!
We are excited to add a new South regional edition to our distribution. We feel that the issues that affect the North and South regions of our country, as they relate to managing our cities and towns, are unique to each area. Our new South edition will begin in August 2013.
The first deadline will be Friday, June 28, 2013.
More than ever, municipalities are looking for products, equipment and services that will allow them to make cost effective decisions. On a monthly basis we direct mail the North magazine to local buyers and decision makers and now we are adding a new South edition.
If you would like more information about either the North or South edition of The Municipal, please call 866-580-1138.
APWA: making the grade
National Public Works Week, May 19–25, will be both a celebration of success and a somber review of how much farther U.S. infrastructure improvement and maintenance has to go. On March 19, the American Society of Civil Engineers gave the … Continue reading →
Strategic plans
Columbia, Mo., fire chief outlines goals and challenges Fire fighting in Columbia, Mo., has come a long way since Chief Albert Newman, his assistant and 11 parttime and volunteer firemen established the first paid department in the city in 1893. … Continue reading →
National Fire Protection Association’s annual conference and expo in Chicago June 10-13
Conference Preview An annual gathering of experts in fire protection happens next month in the Windy City. The National Fire Protection Association annual conference and expo is slated to occupy McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, Ill., June 10–13. The largest … Continue reading →
SnowCon 2013 Conference Wrap-up
Matt Dudlak, The Municipal account executive, attended the APWA North American Snow Conference April 7–10 in Charlotte, N.C. The conference brought together snow fighters from municipalities across the country. “SnowCon” offered educational programs, technical tours and an exhibit floor filled … Continue reading →
THE SOLUTION TO ALL YOUR BUDGET NEEDS
In need of a new tanker, but can’t afford one? Introducing the All-POLY PT2 1,800-gallon Wildland tanker, stock No. 2389. Featuring a Ford F-650 gas chassis, an All-Poly-constructed tank and body with lifetime warranty, a 700 gallons-per-minute pump and priced … Continue reading →
Cities get creative to cope with service calls
Government is turning into a business enterprise. It’s evident in the way we handle money and the way we recruit staff. It’s also becoming evident in the way some entities hire special staff to handle customer service. “The whole point … Continue reading →
COMPACT CRANE WITH 2,000-POUND LIFTING CAPACITY
The Western Mule M2000 crane features a 2,000-pound maximum lifting capacity with a 12-position telescoping boom that extends up to 6 feet. The gas-spring lift-assisted boom makes setup effortless. This crane is ideal for outfitting fleet utility vehicles, large and … Continue reading →
PULSE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
Lights, sounds and action on the playground! Pulse’s multi-sensory, interactive games encourage movement in an exciting new way. Whether creating a new playground or refreshing an existing one, bright and active Pulse equipment will have kids racing back for more … Continue reading →
Most Dependable Fountains creates America’s healthiest cities
Picture this: the park, downtown, at 4:30 p.m. on a Saturday. The temperature outside is a perfect 72 degrees with a clear blue sky and a light breeze that blows bold green grass and budding tree branches. There are kids … Continue reading →
MONROE RADIUS SPREADER
Monroe radius dump spreaders can be built to fit your application. Front or rear spinner applications, front or rear cross conveyor, pintle chain or auger drive, mild steel, powder coat or stainless steel construction. Let Monroe snow and ice equipment … Continue reading →
Local government management: Raising the next generation
Four particular challenges of city and town management receive attention in this issue of The Municipal: handling disasters, managing citizen reports, effective succession planning and fostering leadership among key civic organizations. A fifth local government management issue caught my eye … Continue reading →
Quints comeback
Economic reasons led quints to achieve popularity in the mid-80s. Now, with tightening budgets nationwide, departments are considering them again. A “quint” is short for quintuple combination, which is a fire response vehicle that has a pump and a water … Continue reading →
STEP-SAFE ADA TACTILE DOME SYSTEMS
New-to-market, Step-Safe surface-applied tactile dome warning mats come in yellow, red and grey and are 2-foot by 4-foot, plus other sizes. They are easy to install. Apply with our included, specially formulated, adhesive — no anchors needed. Step-Safe American with … Continue reading →
LED LOW-PROFILE MINI-BAR
The SAE Class II LED low-profile mini-bar is 15 inches long by 2.5 inches tall; has reflective LED modules, 18 flash patterns and 12-24v; and comes in permanent mount or magnetic mount. This is great pricing, ideal size and excellent … Continue reading →
