In an area where rainfall may total over 40 inches per year, flooding can become a major problem. Streets in Manayuck, a suburb of Philadelphia, Pa., flood yearly and residents have learned to prepare for such events. The Philadelphia Water … Continue reading →
As part of a decades-long commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the city of Aspen, Colo., is transitioning its fleet to electric and zero-emission vehicles. In 2021, Aspen adopted ambitious, science-based targets that called for a 63% reduction in emissions … Continue reading →
No matter if it is a wildfire, hurricane, tornado or a man-made disaster, emergencies happen, and the initial response can be overwhelming for those on the front lines. That’s why cities throughout the United States offer Community Emergency Response Team … Continue reading →
Global Environmental Products has long been at the forefront of innovation in the street sweeper industry, pioneering advancements in both fully electric and hybrid vehicle technologies. In January 2026, the company will further solidify its leadership with the launch of … Continue reading →
ELGIN, Illinois — Maplewood, Minnesota is a suburb of St. Paul. With harsh winters and bustling changes among the seasons, street cleaning is a priority to keep the town of about 40,000 residents looking idyllic and improve stormwater quality. The … Continue reading →
Kearney, Neb., has upped the ante on sports, recreation and community fun with the recent opening of a city-owned and operated indoor complex. The SportsPlex is a 209,000-square-foot recreation center that promises to serve the needs of athletes and community … Continue reading →
When winter weather rolls in, cities and counties across North America brace for logistical challenges that can stretch resources and budgets to their limits. But for a growing number of cities, counties and states, Frost Solutions’ Mini-Weather Station is changing … Continue reading →
for Learning, Networking, and Planning a Resilient Tomorrow KANSAS CITY, MO –More than 5,000 public works professionals from North America will converge on McCormick Place® – Lakeside Center in Chicago, Illinois, August 17–20, 2025, for the American Public Works Association’s … Continue reading →
In 2023, San Antonio, Texas’s, city council approved the $30 million solar project for 42 sites, reportedly the largest municipal on-site solar project with a completion date of fall 2026. The Municipal checked in to see how the project was … Continue reading →
What started as a pencil drawing on a sheet of copier paper nine years ago is now a completed public works building in the heart of Baldwin, Ga. The Junior Robinson Public Works Building opened last fall to serve the … Continue reading →
The American Public Works Association announced the theme “People, Purpose, Presence” for the 2025 National Public Works Week, May 18-24. Public works contributes to advancing and enhancing everyone’s quality of life, no matter where they live in the world. Public … Continue reading →
