Whıle McKınsey research is suggesting as much as one-third of the U.S. workforce will be replaced by automation by 2030, some sectors — particularly skilled labor — are facing a knowledge gap as baby boomers march on toward retirement at … Continue reading →
Ice rinks can be an exciting tourist attraction for any town; however, they also come with their own list of positives and problems, including cost and maintenance. These will vary as to the area as well as whether the rink … Continue reading →
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 →
City fleet management crews across snow-prone states have been preparing their equipment, double and triple-checking their routes while getting ready for the long and cold days that have now arrived. But even with all of that hard labor, Murphy’s Law … Continue reading →
Dude Solutions is helping cities budget smarter with its operations management software. This software helps department heads prove their needs by having all the data of what their department has done at hand. Additionally, the software can help track assets, including tracking the status of preventive maintenance plans.
Continue reading →Parks are an important center of the community. While they can add more value to surrounding properties, they also enrich neighborhoods and invest in communities, building bonds that make a town, a home. Parks bring tourism and impact an area’s … Continue reading →
Situated near the Memphis metropolis, the city of Germantown, Tenn., is making headlines for several different reasons in an effort to make the locale even more pleasing where leisure is concerned, thanks to the ever-ambitious and high-achieving parks and recreation … Continue reading →
Fueling Our Future Written by Jenny Holmes on behalf of National Joint Powers Alliance® EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Public fleet departments are in a unique position to have an impact on reducing petroleum consumption and harmful emissions while saving money for their … Continue reading →
Public works departments across the country hold annual roadeo competitions where snow removal equipment operators participate in a challenging obstacle course to prepare and train them for the upcoming winter’s onslaught. Even in warm-weather states, similar competitions are held for … Continue reading →
Preparedness both within the fleet shop and workers’ homes comes a long way when disasters — natural or manmade — occur, throwing all into disorder. During his presentation at the NAFA Expo and Institute in Tampa, Fla., in April, James … Continue reading →
Pools are a sparkling part of summertime, especially for children. And while many cities operate pools, they can be difficult to maintain; however, most cities see value in them when it comes to the entertainment and recreational exercise opportunities they … Continue reading →
