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 →
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 →
ClearSpan announced a new line of Pre-Engineered Buildings today. Last week the company said that time was running out for customers looking to install a building before winter, but this new line of buildings will help more customers complete their … Continue reading →
Individuals and organizations honored for their accomplishments and service to ICC and the building safety industry COLUMBUS, OHIO – The International Code Council (ICC) honored outstanding individuals and organizations for their accomplishments and service to the Code Council and the building … Continue reading →
Beyond water storage, aquifer storage and recovery facilities have the potential to be used as part of a concerted effort to restore the condition of natural resources like the Florida Everglades. ASRs have been used in Florida and throughout the … Continue reading →
Former President Steve Halverson to remain CEO and Chairman of board of directors JACKSONVILLE, Fla. USA — Haskell, one of the leading global architecture, engineering, construction (AEC) and consulting firms, announced today that James ‘Jim’ O’Leary has been appointed President … Continue reading →
Whenever Jim Hunt offers a workshop on conflict resolution in the municipal workplace, he knows the room will be packed. It’s one of the biggest issues facing community leaders, and with more than 27 years in local government, including stints … Continue reading →
One up and coming method of improving water quality is reconstructing alleys. Cities are noticing that green alleys are not only able to help reduce flooding issues, but also remove pollutants and urban runoff from stormwater so that it enters … Continue reading →
What started as an effort to improve the city for its residents has led to national recognition and a way of life for members of the Coon Rapids, Minn., community. The city was awarded the American Public Works Association’s Sustainability … Continue reading →
On March 22, 1980, next to a cow pasture north of Elberton, Ga., a mysterious white-haired gentlemen, who pseudonymically dubbed himself Robert C. Christian, unveiled perhaps the most enigmatic monuments ever erected in America. The granite multi-stone monolith’s origin is … Continue reading →
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The International Code Council (ICC) will host its 2017 Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio, from September 10-13, 2017. The Annual Conference offers members expert insights on building safety, fire prevention and resilient construction with unique educational sessions led … Continue reading →
