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Warwick pairs rich history with forward-thinking development

The Municipal Posted on March 10, 2025 by Danielle LundFebruary 25, 2025
No2: Warwick Lighthouse is one historic landmark in Warwick, R.I. It was built in 1827 and a dwelling was added in 1932. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. (Wangkun Jia/Shutterstock.com)

Settled along the coastline of Narragansett Bay, Warwick, R.I., is a city that blends its historical significance with modern-day growth. As the second-largest city in the Ocean State, Warwick offers a rich history, community charm and forward-thinking development. From its … Continue reading →

Posted in City Profile | Tagged city profile, fleet service & management, March 2025, The Municipal

Citizens of Rochester embrace improvements along the Genesee riverfront

The Municipal Posted on March 6, 2025 by Jennifer BartonFebruary 25, 2025
No1: A sidewalk design designates the heart of North Star Commons, a riverwalk park along the Genesee River in Rochester, N.Y. The park was developed as part of the West River Wall improvement project, named the 2024 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association. (Photo provided by Rochester, N.Y.)

In the 1800s, rivers and waterways were vital to the success of newly established cities in the United States. Rivers provided a means of power and transportation, so towns sprung up where that resource was available. With the construction of … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged fleet service & management, March 2025, public works, The Municipal

Safe streets for all modes of transportation remains a continuing goal of Lancaster

The Municipal Posted on February 28, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonJanuary 23, 2025

In order to create safer roads for all modes of transportation, Lancaster, Pa., is working on incorporating changes for the pedestrian and bicycling traffic. Many of the street safety projects originate from the city’s Vision Zero plan, which was adopted … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged February 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

Champaign, Ill., paving the way for smoother road construction

The Municipal Posted on February 14, 2025 by Jennifer BartonJanuary 23, 2025

Every municipality deals with infrastructure issues. Concrete and asphalt streets cave and crumble under decades of heavy traffic, particularly where colder winters open potholes and cracks in the streets. Champaign, Ill., population 88,000, sees plenty of ice and snow in … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged February 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

First bike lane moves Sterling Heights toward a multimodal transportation approach

The Municipal Posted on February 12, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonJanuary 23, 2025
In order to increase the safety and comfort for all users, the city included buffer zones in some areas and delineators along the entire route. These delineators are then removed during the winter months to allow for plowing. (Photos provided by the city of Sterling Heights, Mich.)

A more multimodal way of thinking in transportation has led Sterling Heights, Mich., to implement its first bike lane along a 2.3-mile stretch of Plumbrook Road. This accomplishes two primary city objectives in making the roads safer for all methods … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged February 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

Hattiesburg mayor angling community toward become ‘premier city’ of the south

The Municipal Posted on January 21, 2025 by Jennifer BartonDecember 27, 2024
Mayor Barker speaks at the unveiling of the “Jam Session” mural, which was created by artist Reshonda Perryman. (Photo provided by Hattiesburg, Miss.)

Though he shies away from the term “political career,” Mayor Toby Barker of Hattiesburg, Miss., said, “I think the story of my public service is the story of our city and it’s my life’s work.” The 43-year-old began his career … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, personality profile, The Municipal

Massachusetts capital takes cross-departmental approach to rat issue

The Municipal Posted on January 15, 2025 by Jennifer BartonJanuary 23, 2025
View of the historic architecture of Boston in Massachusetts, USA at the Fan Pier Waterfront at sunrise with the skyscrapers and a sailing boat anchored on the side pier.

Who wants to think about rats – those pesky, filthy nuisances – invading their cities? But in densely populated cities like Boston, Mass., rat control is something city officials have to confront. The Norway rat, an invasive species brought to … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, The Municipal

Community improvements: Watsonville increased sales tax funds projects that will benefit everyone

The Municipal Posted on January 7, 2025 by Julie YoungDecember 27, 2024
The concept art for the planned expansion of the Watsonville Public Library on Main Street highlights the rooftop cafe and community space that will be used by patrons for a variety of purposes. The funding for the planned expansion is slated to come from the voter-approved sales tax hike known as Measure R. (Photo provided by Watsonville, Calif.)

Thanks to a voter-approved sales tax increase, the city of Watsonville, Calif., is investing in upgrades that will benefit the whole community.           Known as Measure R, the half-cent sales tax increase was approved in November 2022 and went into … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, The Municipal

Wisconsin installs first park solar canopy

The Municipal Posted on December 30, 2024 by Janet PattersonNovember 21, 2024
The solar canopy at Groholski Park is the first in a municipal park in the state of Wisconsin. (Photo provided by Stevens Point, Wis.)

Stevens Point, Wis., has won a number of accolades for its charm and amenities. In 2023, The Crazy Tourist Magazine named it one of the 15 best places to live in Wisconsin. It has been called a Top 10 Dream … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, The Municipal, water & energy

Renovated bike park challenges Park City novices, experts

The Municipal Posted on December 24, 2024 by Janet PattersonNovember 21, 2024
The redesign of the Creekside Bike Park is fun for riders and spectators and offers areas for novices and experts. (Photo provided by Park City, Utah)

In a city known for world-class athletes and a celebrated film festival, a one-acre pocket park is drawing new attention. What began as a dirt jump park nearly 20 years ago reopened in September as Creekside Bike Park with a … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, parks & enivronmental services, Parks & Rec, The Municipal

Little Rock’s beautification project having an impact on the whole city

The Municipal Posted on December 20, 2024 by Denise FedorowNovember 21, 2024

Little Rock, Ark.’s, Project Impact started in 2022 and reengaged this year. It has been impacting areas of the city not even targeted for work while also affecting Little Rock’s overall crime rate. Little Rock’s Chief of Staff Kendra Pruitt … Continue reading →

Posted in Municipal Management | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, The Municipal

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