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Water tower mural a ‘welcome mat’ for Indiana city

The Municipal Posted on April 28, 2025 by Jennifer BartonMarch 28, 2025
Cameron Moberg and assistant Ryan Preston are pictured together. (Photo provided by Cameron Moberg)

Marketing comes in many shapes and sizes. In Rensselaer, Ind., it now takes the form of a 135-foot water tower rising above I-65. “We have been working with the Jasper County Commissioners to extend water and sewer to the west … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged April 2025, public safety, The Municipal, water & energy

The Commons provides unlimited possibilities for downtown Washington

The Municipal Posted on April 26, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonMarch 27, 2025
The Washington, Ind., Commons was created as a greenspace downtown revitalization project to provide a gathering place for residents and visitors. It was recently completed in fall 2024. (Photo provided by the city of Washington, Ind.)

As part of a downtown revitalization goal, the city of Washington, Ind., wanted to create a green space as a place for residents and visitors to gather as well as a destination for local events. With the help of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged April 2025, building & construction, The Municipal

Regional pavement maintenance program ensures quality roads county-wide

The Municipal Posted on April 24, 2025 by The MunicipalMarch 27, 2025
Akron, Ohio, serves as the county seat for Summit County, Ohio. The county’s pavement maintenance program has help townships ensure they have well-maintained roads. (Sean Pavone/Shutterstock.com)

As the days get longer and the sun begins to shine, municipalities across the United States have to deal with a universal challenge, the deterioration of their roads. The winter weather, moisture, chemical treatments, drainage and consistent traffic can lead … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged April 2025, maintenance & operations, public safety, The Municipal

R.A.P.T.O.R. takes flight in Ramapo

The Municipal Posted on April 22, 2025 by Janet PattersonMarch 27, 2025
The Ramapo Police Department’s drones recharge in a base station that closes into a cube shape. When deployed, the cube opens, and the drone takes off. The drone can recharge in less than 30 minutes. (Photo provided by Ramapo Police Department)

A pair of drones are helping the police department in Ramapo, N.Y., work smarter … and quicker. The town’s new Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program is a high-tech answer to even the most routine calls. “People think the … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged April 2025, public safety, The Municipal

WasteExpo 2025 Returns to Las Vegas with a Spotlight on Innovation and the Newest Waste Management Strategies

The Municipal Posted on April 18, 2025 by The MunicipalApril 18, 2025

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / April 14, 2025 / WasteExpo, North America’s largest tradeshow for solid waste, recycling, organics, food waste recovery and sustainability, returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center, May 6-8 (Conference May 5-8). The event brings together professionals from … Continue reading →

Posted in Press Release, Waste & Recycling | Tagged April 2025, press release, public safety, The Municipal, waste & recycling

Raleigh builds excitement for upcoming park with invasive species removal workdays

The Municipal Posted on April 18, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonMarch 27, 2025
The River Cane Wetland Park will eventually include natural and paved trails as well as a boardwalk. There will be both traditional and natural play experiences available and a food forest in the center with native vegetation and edible plants. (Photo provided by the Raleigh, N.C., Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department)

In order to quickly rid a planned city park of invasive plant species, Raleigh, N.C., got the community involved in a workday at River Cane Wetland Park. All Raleigh residents were invited to join in helping the department remove Chinese … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged April 2025, parks & enivronmental services, public safety, The Municipal

Assistant Fire Marshal Matt O’Daniel: Teaching fire safety through weekly walkabouts

The Municipal Posted on April 16, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonMarch 27, 2025
The city of Lynchburg, Va., previously had a program called After the Fire, which entailed walking the neighborfood after a fire occurred, talking with residents about the importance of fire safety and installing free fire alarms where needed. With the help of an intern, Assistant Fire Marshal Matt O’Daniel and the department came up with a new program called Weekly Walkabout, walking a neighborhood and talking with residents before a fire occurs. (Photo provided by the city of Lynchburg, Va.)

Years ago, the city of Lynchburg, Va., started a program called “After the Fire.” If there was a fire in a neighborhood, particularly if someone was injured or killed, the fire department would canvas the neighborhood, speak to all the … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged April 2025, personality profile, public safety, The Municipal

More than Mayberry: a small town with a big reputation

The Municipal Posted on April 14, 2025 by Julie YoungMarch 27, 2025
Mayberry Days is a week-long event in September that celebrates the legacy of “The Andy Griffith Show.” The Mount Airy, N.C., birthplace of Andy Griffith shows off its Americana style with a parade, southern food, and plenty of musical performances. (Photo by Hobart Jones)

A trip to Mount Airy, N.C., is more than a peek into the past; it’s a step back in time. Located along the Ararat River about three miles south of the Virginia state line, Mount Airy was officially incorporated in … Continue reading →

Posted in On the Road Again | Tagged April 2025, on the road again, public safety, The Municipal

Minnesota police department program builds officer candidate pipeline

The Municipal Posted on April 12, 2025 by Lauren CaggianoMarch 27, 2025
The department has ample opportunities for officer’s growth, including field training officer; firearms and use of force instructor; investigations; drug task force investigator; school resource officer; community engagement officer; SWAT operator; mobile field force operator; and patrol/investigative sergeant. (Photo provided by Robbinsdale Police Department)

It’s no secret that police departments around the country face a pressing challenge — how to recruit and retain the right people for one of the most demanding professions. A nationwide drop in law enforcement applications has left many agencies … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged April 2025, public safety, The Municipal

Wausau Fire Department pioneers apprenticeship program for firefighters and paramedics

The Municipal Posted on April 10, 2025 by Danielle LundApril 10, 2025
Apprentices gain not only hands-on experience but community. Apprentices work closely with experienced firefighters and paramedics and receive invaluable mentorship from them. (Photo provided by Wausau Fire Department)

Entering the firefighting and paramedic field can be challenging due to the extensive time, training and costs involved. These barriers often deter people from pursuing this career path, leaving communities with a shortage of these crucial individuals. To address their … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged April 2025, public safety, The Municipal

Top Ten: Safest cities in the U.S.

The Municipal Posted on April 10, 2025 by The MunicipalApril 10, 2025

What makes for a safe city? Most people would probably cite a low crime rate, few blighted neighborhoods, widespread street lighting and good public roads. These factors usually reassure residents and contribute to such a determination. “When people think about … Continue reading →

Posted in The Municipal Top 10, Top Ten | Tagged April 2025, public safety, The Municipal, The municipal top 10, top ten

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