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Listening to the universe: Green Bank Observatory

The Municipal Posted on December 18, 2024 by Julie YoungNovember 21, 2024
A stunning shot of the Robert Byrd telescope at the Green Bank Observatory in Green Bank, W.Va. The facility’s interactive exhibits and nature trails welcomes visitors, along with a view of the instrument that is listening to the universe. (Photo provided by US NSF/AUI/GBO)

It may be situated in one of the nation’s quietest communities, but a lot of noise is picked up at the Green Bank Observatory – and most of it is out of this world. Established in 1956 as the National … Continue reading →

Posted in On the Road Again | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, on the road again, The Municipal

In-house EMS improves emergency care in Portage, Wis.

The Municipal Posted on December 14, 2024 by Beth Anne Brink-CoxNovember 21, 2024
Fire Chief Troy Haase is proud to work with and to direct the Portage Fire/EMS team. Every member is well-trained and proud to serve. (Photo provided by Portage Fire Rescue)

In February, Portage, Wis., residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of implementing a fire department-based EMS service. They even had a leader who could put the idea in motion: Fire Chief, Troy Haase, who had been awarded First Responder of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, public safety, The Municipal

Holiday light recycling keeps tanglers out of the landfill

The Municipal Posted on December 12, 2024 by Nicholette CarlsonNovember 21, 2024
Aerial view of Rapid City, S.D. at dusk. (Shutterstock.com)

In order to keep Christmas lights from getting tangled up in machinery, Rapid City, S.D., implemented a holiday light recycling program that is now in its 10th year. Christmas and holiday lighting that is put in the trash or recycling … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged december 2024, holiday, municipal management, The Municipal

Downtown Fort Wayne DORA supports local businesses while attracting visitors

The Municipal Posted on December 10, 2024 by Nicholette CarlsonNovember 21, 2024

The planning for a designated outdoor refreshment area in downtown Fort Wayne, Ind., took years with multiple partners in order to approve these areas throughout the state. The city partnered with Visit Fort Wayne, Downtown Fort Wayne and Greater Fort … Continue reading →

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

Bucher Municipal: Soaring high to deliver your best street sweeping solution

The Municipal Posted on December 2, 2024 by Matt StarnesNovember 21, 2024

Bottom line, you need the best street sweeper for your street sweeping program. Whether you are a small municipality, regional airport or contractor buying your first street sweeper or if you are a large city, airport or conglomerate buying your … Continue reading →

Posted in Featured Articles, Municipal Management, On the cover | Tagged bucher municipal, december 2024, features, municipal management, on the cover, The Municipal

San Antonio residents shape city’s technology adoptions

The Municipal Posted on November 27, 2024 by Lauren CaggianoNovember 19, 2024
San Antonio has engaged its residents in its exploration of different technologies, allowing them to shape what gets adopted. (Khairil Azhar Junos/Shutterstock.com) Smart Cities

The city of San Antonio, Texas’, Smart Cities program is taking a unique approach to resident engagement with its Smart City Sandbox initiative. The idea prioritizes community input and collaboration in developing and testing new technologies for use in public … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Lightning suppression devices prevent strikes on critical city buildings

The Municipal Posted on November 18, 2024 by Nicholette CarlsonOctober 31, 2024
The city of Cape Canaveral, Fla., has installed five lightning suppression devices, with a sixth on the way, in order to protect all critical city buildings and areas. (Photo provided by the city of Cape Canaveral, Fla.)

Lightning strikes constitute a serious risk in Florida because of its unique geography. The state has even been named the lightning capital of the U.S., according to the National Weather Service. Specifically, the area between Titusville and Tampa Bay tends … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology, Uncategorized | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Can AI be helpful for your city?

The Municipal Posted on November 2, 2024 by Denise FedorowOctober 30, 2024
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Most of us with a smartphone are using artificial intelligence every day whether or not we think we are. Are you asking Siri or Google to dial a phone number for you or give you directions? It’s AI. AI is … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Can you dig it? OKC’s Museum of Osteology

The Municipal Posted on October 27, 2024 by Julie YoungOctober 8, 2024
SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology contains more than 8,000 specimens across 1,500 species. Pictured are a few of the museum’s larger specimens. (Photo provided by SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology)

Make no bones about it: the Museum of Osteology in Oklahoma City, Okla., has a lot of skeletons in its closets – and on display as well. In fact, the facility is literally rattling with the remains of over 8,000 … Continue reading →

Posted in On the Road Again | Tagged October 2024, on the road again, The Municipal

Faulcon finds her element setting youth up for success

The Municipal Posted on October 11, 2024 by Lauren CaggianoOctober 11, 2024
Youth Council offers exciting and stimulating opportunities for teens, including community service; environmental activities; fundraising; alcohol and drug prevention education; social and recreation events; educational programs; and trainings. (Photo provided by East Brunswick Recreation and Parks)

Ashley Faulcon’s journey to becoming a program coordinator for East Brunswick, N.J.’s, recreation and parks department wasn’t a straight shot. However, her passion for volunteerism and working with youth has led to a fulfilling career and the opportunity to make … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged community, October 2024, personality profile, The Municipal, youth program

Bridge Builder Program in Albany, Ga., spans gap between community and youth

The Municipal Posted on October 11, 2024 by Denise FedorowOctober 11, 2024
Teens in the Bridge Builder Program play basketball together. City of Albany, Ga., Recreation Director Steven Belk said even gang members participated in the program, demonstrating that kids from different backgrounds could come together. (Photo provided by Albany Recreation and Parks Department)

The city of Albany, Ga.’s, Recreation and Parks Department’s Recreation Director Steven Belk, founder of the Bridge Builder Program, credits the community for the success of the program, which recently completed its second summer. “The star is this community of … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Recreation | Tagged community, October 2024, parks & environmental services, The Municipal

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