Among the geomorphic and hydrologic considerations of stormwater planning, soil types and conditions are often neglected. But stormwater control measures that are implemented on insufficiently permeable soil can lead to flooding, insufficient plant growth and even failure of the stormwater … Continue reading →
By TIM GOOD | Good Design, Deep River, Conn. In the last 15 years, even small municipalities have had to take big steps to combat the threat of pollution from stormwater runoff. The push came with the U.S. Environmental Protection … Continue reading →
There is nothing like a good old-fashioned barn raising to bring the community together. When the village of Pemberton, British Columbia, developed its downtown enhancement strategy in 2010, residents knew they wanted an open-air venue to be the centerpiece of … Continue reading →
SNYDER, NEB. (July 30, 2014) – Smeal Fire Apparatus Co. today announced that it has named RedStorm Fire & Rescue Apparatus, Inc. as the authorized dealer for Smeal™, UST® and Ladder Tower™ brand fire apparatus for an eight-county area in … Continue reading →
SNYDER, NEB. (February 13, 2014) – Smeal Fire Apparatus Co. today announced that RedStorm Fire & Rescue Apparatus, Inc. has been named the authorized sales and service dealer for Smeal® brand fire apparatus in northern and eastern Virginia, Maryland, Delaware … Continue reading →
For several years, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has been hashing out changes to the Clean Water Act stormwater regulations. A final version is expected this year. The renewed focus on water quality is warranted by the fact that stormwater … Continue reading →
While the recession has been declared officially over by most economists, local governments continue to feel the impact of the 2008 global financial meltdown and housing crisis. Unlike downturns of the past, the current recovery looks much different from anything … Continue reading →
Kansas City, Mo., has taken a new approach to a challenge many cities face—outdated sewer systems that overflow due to stormwater. The city’s green solutions pilot program is designed to not only reduce overflows and improve water quality but also … Continue reading →
In order to educate children about careers in public works, the city of Shreveport, La., is reaching out to local schools. The goal is to encourage students to look at all the opportunities available to them, with or without a … Continue reading →
Recently the city of San Pablo, Calif., was recognized by the northern California chapter of the American Public Works Association for multiple sustainability projects with the Exceptional Performance in Sustainable Practices Award. These projects span a variety of efforts, including … Continue reading →
When a devastating ice storm hit Salem, Ore., in February 2021, the city’s public works department didn’t rely solely on their boots being on the ground. Instead, it launched drones into the sky. These small, agile aircraft provided a sweeping … Continue reading →
