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It’s not the size of the city that counts

The Municipal Posted on April 15, 2017 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
The bus that operates between Seneca and Clemson University reached a national milestone of 100,000 miles of uninterrupted service. The electric buses can stay on the road longer because they are on fast chargers that can have the bus up and running in six minutes and traveling for 30 miles before the next recharge. (Photo provided)

When you think of cities leading the way in transportation innovation, Seneca, S.C., is hardly the first place that comes to mind. However, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Oconee County community of 8,207 became the … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet, Transportation

The Municipal March 2017 – Fleet Service Management

The Municipal Posted on February 20, 2017 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Page 10 Editor’s Note: Alternative fuels continue to shape fleet management Page 12 From the Cover: Venco Venturo brings value to the municipal market Page 14 ‘World Capitals’: Binghamton, N.Y., ‘Carousel Capital of the World’ Page 16 Know your Founder: … Continue reading →

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Creating the cities of tomorrow

The Municipal Posted on October 24, 2016 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023

Our cars may not be flying — yet — but we truly are on the verge of the stuff seen in science fiction: self-driving cars, augmented reality, solar-powered “smart” roads, etc. However, as technology continues by leaps and bounds, its … Continue reading →

Posted in Editor's Note

Major Texas Transit System, CARTS, Turns to Stertil-Koni Vehicle Lifts for its New Vehicle Maintenance Facility

The Municipal Posted on September 9, 2016 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023

Stevensville, MD, September 8, 2016 – Heavy duty vehicle lift leader Stertil-Koni, through its exclusive distributor Petroleum Solutions Inc. (PSI), headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, has recently been selected by the Central Area Rural Transit System (CARTS) to equip the … Continue reading →

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Live Entertainment Capital of the World Branson, Mo.

The Municipal Posted on February 1, 2016 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
The White River, the river’s two dams and historic Marvel Cave are among the naturally beautiful locations that entice visitors to step beyond the music halls and into the greater Branson area. (Photo courtesy Branson CVB)

More than a century ago, the unrivaled reputation of Branson, Mo., as “The Live Entertainment Capital of the World” was, quite literally, carved in stone.  The past It all started with a cave and a book. In 1889, seven years … Continue reading →

Posted in World Capitals

Uber battles: To share or not to share

The Municipal Posted on September 8, 2015 by Christine BeemsSeptember 8, 2015

According to R Street Institute, a public policy think tank that promotes free markets and effective government, “Upstart transportation-for-hire companies like Uber, Lyft and Sidecar have attracted millions of riders, rattled competitors and upended markets with the whirlwind forces of … Continue reading →

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News & Notes July 2015

The Municipal Posted on July 24, 2015 by The MunicipalJuly 24, 2015

GPS Insight celebrates 10 years of innovation and success Scottsdale, Ariz. — GPS Insight, a top technology provider of GPS vehicle and asset tracking software for commercial fleets, celebrated its 10th birthday in April in the rooftop garden at GPS … Continue reading →

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To TIF or not to TIF?

The Municipal Posted on July 3, 2014 by Ray BaloghAugust 2, 2023
Incorporating the existing waterway, historic Fourth Ward Park in Atlanta, Ga., offers an enticing respite of natural beauty beneath the nearby towering urban edifices. Included in the oasis are a variety of decorative vegetation, a fountain, bike paths, walkways and an amphitheater. (Photo provided)

Tax incremental financing is sometimes hailed as the greatest thing since sliced bread. Other times it’s denounced as a poison pill for local government budgets. TIF, a taxing method to entice urban redevelopment, was invented by the California legislature in … Continue reading →

Posted in Funding & Finances, Parks & Recreation | Tagged atlanta, cities, development, district, o’toole, project, projects, tif

People movers: mass transit in small communities and rural areas

The Municipal Posted on February 7, 2014 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Public transportation investments are being used to address the challenges of limited resources, populations both shrinking and growing older, industrial decline and the loss of farmland. Through strong partnerships and creative funding mechanisms, the initiative is creating stronger, healthier communities. (Photo provided)

Public transportation played a critical role in expanding America. Once upon a time the stagecoach helped people go from point A to point B, followed by rail lines, trolley services, bus routes, subways, “El” trains and airplanes. However, as the … Continue reading →

Posted in City / Town Management | Tagged area, communities, community, kent, public, transit, transportation

People movers in small communities and rural areas

The Municipal Posted on January 22, 2014 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023
In order to establish a public transportation system in a smaller city or rural area, the public has to vote on it, it has to be funded, a support system has to be put in place and residents have to have access to it. (Photo provided)

Public transportation played a critical role in expanding the United States of America. Once upon a time it was the stagecoach that helped people go from point A to point B, followed by rail lines, trolley services, bus routes, subways, … Continue reading →

Posted in City / Town Management | Tagged communities, mass, public, residents, resources, transit, transportation

TOP TEN Ways to beautify your city

The Municipal Posted on September 24, 2013 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
It takes an entire community to beautify your city. Cull from these 10 innovative ways to beautify your city, build community engagement and maybe have a little fun doing it.

It takes an entire community to beautify your city. Cull from these 10 innovative ways to beautify your city, build community engagement and maybe have a little fun doing it. Clean Up: Which areas of the community need TLC? Are … Continue reading →

Posted in City / Town Management, Parks & Recreation | Tagged areas, community, create, org, public, space, spaces

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