A city in New York is hoping recent renovations to its seawall will benefit the local economy in conjunction with other marine-related projects. In 2011, Hurricane Irene devastated the coastline of the Hudson River, specifically in Troy, a historic city … Continue reading →
The Duluth, Minnesota, Police Department and partners are coming at an existing problem with a new solution. Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force is a multijurisdictional task force composed of multiple members from local and national agencies and … Continue reading →
Augusta, Maine, has the distinction of being the third smallest capital city in the United States. It is in the heart of the Kennebec Valley in central Maine and is located on both sides of the river at the head … Continue reading →
If four fires and a flood in four years were not enough, add in a global pandemic, and it all could make a city want to revise its emergency action plan. That’s exactly what motivated the city of Cloverdale, Calif., … Continue reading →
One of the most important aspects of a business is its versatility in providing its customers exactly what they need. CTech Manufacturing showcased its ability to specially customize a job when it built and installed the custom cabinets in the … Continue reading →
It’s not unusual for street improvements to result in increased amenities in municipalities. However, city officials in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, took this concept to a whole new level when redeveloping Mullan Road, now renamed Fort Grounds Drive. And while pedestrian … Continue reading →
Lima, Ohio, is setting an example for other cities of what it means to prioritize sustainability in 2021 and beyond. Look no further than its membership in Power a Clean Future Ohio, a nonpartisan coalition dedicated to helping cities and … Continue reading →
A strong fire and EMS department is an important component of any community of any size. However, when those services are struggling, it can spell disaster. Over the last several years, communities in Wisconsin have struggled to staff their fire … Continue reading →
Most municipalities are familiar with the concept of saving historic downtown buildings, preserving architectural history for generations to come. These types of projects are often complex and bring together multiple partners to revive older buildings for new uses. Such was … Continue reading →
Abbott and Costello. If you don’t recognize those names, you’ve probably heard their classic “Who’s On First?” routine. In New Jersey, you’re likely to remember the public park that bears the name of Lou Costello. On June 26, 1992, a … Continue reading →
After years of steady growth, the city of Greeley, Colo., decided to place matters of its public works department’s development into someone else’s hands. In May 2020, the Greeley Public Works Department finished its first-ever external analysis, following the human … Continue reading →
