It seems like a dream come true, especially for the U.S.’s northern regions that get blasted with snow, making roads and sidewalks dangerous to navigate. What we’re referring to is real: There is a way to keep roads, driveways, sidewalks … Continue reading →
Cities of 5,000 and smaller in Iowa have been given an unique opportunity to address abandoned commercial and public structures through the Iowa Department of Natural Resource’s Derelict Building Grant Program, which was established in 2011. This program offers the … Continue reading →
We know that technology and social media allow for better and more frequent communication with our loved ones, but how is that transferring to municipal jobs? The answer is in a variety of ways. According to a Florida International University … Continue reading →
Chesterfield, Mo., may be a small city, but what it lacks for in population it makes up for in economic development and growth. Chesterfield is located about 25 minutes west of downtown St. Louis, along the Interstate 64/U.S. Highway 40 … Continue reading →
Formed in 1979, the American Ambulance Association (AAA) represents hundreds of ambulance services across the United States that participate in emergency and nonemergency care and medical transportation. Members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting to share best practices and … Continue reading →
Modern, updated codes will help strengthen Jamaica’s infrastructure in light of recent natural disasters Kingston, Jamaica – The International Code Council (ICC) and the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) recently signed a milestone memorandum of understanding to update Jamaica’s building codes. … Continue reading →
The old saying, “Necessity is the mother of invention” could be applied to Council Bluffs, Iowa’s, public works department as challenges faced in a high water table neighborhood created the need for them to think outside the box for solutions. … Continue reading →
Applications are due by Wednesday, October 25 Washington, D.C. – Volunteer opportunities are available on several distinguished International Code Council (ICC) Standards Consensus Committees. Committee members play a key role in the codes and standards development process and are integral … Continue reading →
Milton, Ga., might be relatively new on the municipal scene, having only been incorporated since Dec. 1, 2006, but its city hall gives the appearance of having existed for a while — despite just celebrating its grand opening March 13. … Continue reading →
A tip of the hat to the rolling whitecaps of Lake Erie! That sparkling body of water is what Brian Zimmerman, CEO of Cleveland Metroparks, considers his region’s creme de la creme, during this, the centennial year of the park … Continue reading →
North America’s largest EMS conference and trade show takes place October 16th through the 20th in Las Vegas. October 10, 2017 – This year, over 5,300 people from 44 countries are expected to attend EMS World Expo at the Las … Continue reading →
