Staying on top of the weather with ‘eyes’ on the road
Forecasts are seldom infallible with unexpected atmospheric shifts changing expectations and plans. One must also factor in microclimates, which can see some areas more affected by winter storms than others. However, imagine having a personalized, real-time weather forecast, not just … More from our cover sponsor →
Cultural and cost-efficient: Preserving county treasures
By MARGUERITE DUFFY AND MICHELLE SOKOL The Municipal County courthouses are the foundation of a community. They provide order in the midst of development and lay down the law of the land. Their place of honor as one of the … Continue reading →
Editor’s Note: Doing a good job anyway
People like to complain. Maybe it gives us something to do. No matter what anyone does for a living, or how well they do it, someone else will feel at liberty to question why and how the job was completed. … Continue reading →
NASTT’s 2012 Introduction to Trenchless Technology Short Course Rehabilitation Session 1
NASTT’s Introduction to Trenchless Technology Short Course is modeled for industry newcomers and for those interested in a refresher course on trenchless methodologies. This 4-part training is presented in two sections: Rehabilitation – June 26 and Aug. 8 New Installation … Continue reading →
What is Zero Waste?
Zero waste is a new planning approach for the 21st century that seeks to redesign the way that resources and materials flow through society. The zero waste idea is both a back-end solution that maximizes recycling and minimizes waste, and … Continue reading →
Landfill gas: A green, renewable power source
In 1983, long before “green” energy became a buzzword and the negative effects of greenhouse gases like methane were widely acknowledged, the Monterey Regional Waste Management District had already developed one of the first landfill gas-to-electric energy plants in the … Continue reading →
June 2012 Product Spotlights
Place your company in the spotlight by advertising in The Municipal. The Municipal – Product & Equipment Magazine for America’s Municipalities: Every Issue Online Sign up to receive the magazine at your office Interactive advertiser map with links Circulation … Continue reading →
Composting: A valuable addition to environmental plans
Gone are the days when composting was regulated to rural areas. Major cities across the U.S. are becoming serious about decreasing the amount of waste in their landfills and incinerators. Some cities, like San Francisco, have gone as far as … Continue reading →
Seventh year of 9-11 Memorial Stair Climbs kicks off at FDIC
A sea of fire engines, fire rescue equipment, educational speakers and entertaining events vied for an audience at the FDIC national gathering of firefighting professionals in April. But only one received big-screen coverage. From several states and a few foreign … Continue reading →
Grow lights keep Lambeau Field ‘green’
Lawns in northern cities have to do more in a shorter growing season. That’s an unacceptable restriction for a lawn that roots for the Green Bay Packers. Lambeau Field celebrates its 55th year of Packers football in 2012. The team … Continue reading →
Small city, big impact: The leading eco-municipality of Bayfield, Wis.
Bayfield, Wis., may be tiny, but the lakeside community of 500 leads the nation in terms of eco-friendly practices and citywide sustainability efforts. “We have worked really hard to be as green as possible,” said Mayor Larry McDonald. “We believe … Continue reading →
Vocational vehicle mileage: On the fast track
Manufacturers, federal government aim high. Manufacturers of medium and large trucks have reportedly wanted the federal government to mandate increased fuel efficiency for years. In August President Obama responded, establishing the first ever federal large- and medium-truck fuel efficiency regulations. … Continue reading →
Plastic Bag Bans
“Paper or plastic?” Soon the question may become obsolete due to the growing trend of banning plastic bags in cities, states and even countries. Over 70 cities in the U.S. have banned or are planning to ban plastic bags from … Continue reading →
Is your landfill part of the green energy solution?
More than one billion tons of post-recycling municipal solid waste continue to be disposed of in landfills worldwide each year — including more than 130 million tons in the U.S. alone. The country faces mounting waste management challenges, including the … Continue reading →
Military man turned mayor makes Indy a ‘livable city’
BY MARGUERITE DUFFY The Municipal Mayor Greg Ballard understands public service and doing the right thing. Before becoming mayor of Indianapolis he spent the majority of his career in the U.S. Marine Corps, retiring as a lieutenant colonel after 23 … Continue reading →
The Municipal attends FDIC
The Municipal attends FDIC The Municipal staff members had the honor of meeting and learning from firefighters from across the county, the manufacturers who supply them and fire safety trainers at FDIC 2012 in Indianapolis in April. “The world’s largest … Continue reading →
SIX POWERFLARE SOFT PACK
The PowerFlare PF-200 safety light emits 360 degrees of ultra-bright light from an array of 16 LEDs visible for up to 10 miles away. The PF-200 is waterproof and, unlike flashlights with alkaline batteries or chemical light sticks, can handle … Continue reading →
‘Curbing’ recycling costs: Municipal recycling bins grow in popularity
Most local and county governments wrestle with the rising cost of waste disposal, including trying to figure out how best to go about recycling in the most cost-effective manner. But some municipalities have launched successful community-wide recycling programs. Chicago In … Continue reading →
HANDY MOTORCYCLE, ATV LIFTS
Mile-X Equipment Inc. carries a large stock of USA made Handy motorcycle lifts. Lifts can be purchased in either air or hydraulic, with lifting capacities from 1,000 up to 1,800 lbs. Optional accessories to customize the lift include drop-out panels, … Continue reading →