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Infrastructure expansion sparks economic development

The Municipal Posted on January 2, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
New tertiary filters were among the upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant. (Photo provided)

In Dorchester County, S.C., plans are well underway to spur economic development in the county’s northern half. Dorchester purchased St. George’s wastewater treatment plant and collection system in 2009 with the intent of expanding and updating its operations. It’s hoped … Continue reading →

Posted in Wastewater Management | Tagged champagne, county, dorchester, george, purchase, st, ward

A systems approach to water quality permit compliance

The Municipal Posted on December 27, 2013 by Jodi MarlinAugust 2, 2023
Part of the requirement to renew an MS4 permit is the continual improvement of watershed systems. Fairbax County, Va., has done that, most recently by rehabilitating Wolftrap Creek. (Photo provided)

Fairfax County, Va., a community holding a Phase I Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit, moved in 2011 to execute a unique compliance methodology. Responding to the comprehensive nature of the permit, the county decided to form a multidisciplinary team … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works, Wastewater Management | Tagged approach, bennett, businesses, compliance, county, permit, requirements, stormwater

Economic development top priority in 2014

The Municipal Posted on December 9, 2013 by Phoebe MuthartAugust 2, 2023
Downtown Baraboo, Wis., is the hub of many city activities.

The new year brings hopes, challenges and priorities. Some cities are working on major projects, but everyone is trying to make do with the budgets and funding they have to work with. Economic development tops the list of priorities for … Continue reading →

Posted in Funding & Finances | Tagged business, city, community, continue, expenses, funding, major

Like a rock – An innovative alternative in concrete

The Municipal Posted on December 4, 2013 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
New cloth and canvas products are changing the approach to difficult concrete-laying locations. (Photo provided)

It’s the Chia Pet of concrete application, and it’s revolutionizing the industry. Concrete fabric is a flexible, cement-impregnated material that hardens when hydrated to form a thin, durable, waterproof and fire resistant reinforced concrete layer without the need for mixing … Continue reading →

Posted in Equipment, Products | Tagged bulk, concrete, fabric, feet, foot, gravel, project, square

Calculating the curve

The Municipal Posted on December 3, 2013 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Curve-related crashes are a common cause of firefighter injuries and fatalities. Drivers must recognize the hazards of driving a vehicle through a curve, and be mindful that critical speed is reduced under wet and icy conditions. (Shutterstock photo)

How many times have we heard of a fire apparatus crash that occurred while a vehicle was rounding a curve? There are many reasons for this, most of which revolve around speed. Every curve in the roadway has a critical … Continue reading →

Posted in Transportation | Tagged center, critical, curve, mph, road, speed, Truck, vehicle

Which way to Santa Claus?

The Municipal Posted on November 21, 2013 by Jodi MarlinAugust 2, 2023
Building on the town’s inherent tourism potential, Santa Claus Mayor Al Lewis recently spearheaded the construction of a new community center and a museum, pictured. (Photos provided)

This month, more than a few parents will tell their children that one of the holiday’s most famous personalities is at the North Pole making toys and checking a list to see who was naughty and who was nice. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourism | Tagged christmas, claus, fort, lewis, local, people, santa, town

Like a rock – An innovative alternative in concrete

The Municipal Posted on November 20, 2013 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
New cloth and canvas products are changing the approach to difficult concrete-laying locations. (Photo provided)

Imagine being able to use concrete on slopes, in water and on other hard-to-reach places without molds, heavy equipment or the need for additional manpower. Concrete fabric products make it possible, and they’re changing the way municipalities approach concrete application. … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged area, bulk, cloth, concrete, fabric, feet, foot, square

What to expect from the Affordable Care Act

The Municipal Posted on November 16, 2013 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Under the new Affordable Care Act, self insured cities also have flexibility for at least the first two years, until reporting mandates take effect. That’s when they will have to prove they are well-funded and meet all requirements. (Shutterstock photo / Andy Dean)

Despite attempts to repeal it and legal challenges questioning its constitutionality, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is about to have one of its major components come into effect during 2014: a mandate requiring everyone to purchase health insurance … Continue reading →

Posted in Healthcare | Tagged bomberg, care, cities, employees, health, requirements, tax, towns

More trucks, less money

The Municipal Posted on November 9, 2013 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Aerial view of seven fire engines purchased earlier this year by Springfield and Republic, Mo., and the Nixa Fire Protection District.

Missouri fire departments construct group purchase agreement By CHRIS HALL | Springfield Fire Department As departments are tasked with an ever-widening scope of service demands, the apparatus required to meet those demands get larger and more technical. This translates into … Continue reading →

Posted in Emergency Response, Funding & Finances | Tagged chief, departments, group, nixa, purchase, purchasing, republic, springfield

EJ Water Products Compliant With Safe Drinking Water Act

The Municipal Posted on November 7, 2013 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
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Infrastructure access solutions provider EJ recently reminded customers and distributors that it has been proactive in certifying its line of fire hydrants and gate valves, in advance of a key January 4, 2014 date for the federal Safe Drinking Water … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release | Tagged drinking, ej, gate, hydrants, lead, nsf, products, water

Stopping Distances Part 2

The Municipal Posted on November 5, 2013 by Chris DalyAugust 2, 2023
On a rainy day with a wet road, total stopping distance can increase to as much as 510 feet for a vehicle traveling at 55 mph. That’s likely to be more distance than you have at your disposal. (Shutterstock photo)

In our last article we discussed the steps involved in bringing a speeding vehicle to a stop. This complex process includes the time and distance necessary to perceive and react to a hazard, followed by the time and distance necessary … Continue reading →

Posted in Transportation | Tagged distance, feet, fps, mph, time, vehicle

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