In 2016, cities invested approximately $52.4 billion in technology, according to a September 2017 Quartz article, “Smart Cities are great. Human-centric cities are (again) the future.” And a common thread seen throughout this issue of The Municipal is cities that … Continue reading →
When National Fire Prevention Week rolls around each year, residents of Holland, Mich., eagerly anticipate lights, cameras… and sirens. The highlight of the week is the Fire Prevention Week Parade, which consists of about 40 fire trucks, a marching honor … Continue reading →
This year’s International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia on October 21st – 24th. October 17, 2017 – At this year’s IACP Conference and Exposition, dedicated law enforcement professionals from … Continue reading →
Aladtec, an online employee scheduling & workforce management software company, appears on Inc. Magazine’s 2017 list at No. 2897. NEW YORK, August 18, 2017 — This week Inc. magazine released their 36th annual Inc. 5000 list, the nation’s most prestigious ranking … Continue reading →
On May 15, Blaine D. Clark, 54, became the active police chief of DuBois, Pa. This position allows him to continue the legacy of his father, Darrell E. Clark, who was the police chief of DuBois for 36 years. “Public … Continue reading →
When the rains began to pummel much of the Central U.S. in late April and early May, community leaders in Missouri knew it was no ordinary spring shower. Within days, over 12 inches of precipitation fell and tornadoes twisted across … Continue reading →
Canada’s premier event for Paramedic personnel, drawing attendees from coast to coast. August 9, 2017 – Quebec City, Quebec, Canada – The Paramedicine Across Canada Expo (PACE) 2017 takes place to offer front-line paramedics from all practice settings an opportunity … Continue reading →
Thousands of Public Safety Communications Officials will attend this International Event next week in Denver, Colorado. August 8, 2016 – Denver, CO – Over 5,000 people in the Public Safety Sector will converge at the Colorado Convention Center August 13th … Continue reading →
As the country seems to have become more polarized and protests increase, police departments across the country are tasked with how best to handle the situation when a protest takes place — one that will enable American citizens to exercise … Continue reading →
Budget crises have forced many rural governments around the country to revert back to gravel roads. Montpelier, Vt., and Franklin County, Ala., are among them. In order to understand the decision, it’s important to put the moves in context. It’s … Continue reading →
All over the country, flags are unfurling, the national anthem is being sung to summer skies and high-spirited parades of red, white and blue stride down Main Street USA while high school bands blare their toe-tapping marches. School-free children frolic … Continue reading →
