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Idaho overpass significantly decreases wildlife-vehicle collisions

The Municipal Posted on June 5, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonMay 22, 2025
No1: The Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, a part of Idaho State Highway 21 in the Sawtooth National Forest, offers a scenic view of Idaho. Pictured is a stretch as it looked in 2019. (Forest Service photo by Nate Lowe)

Mounting numbers of vehicle-wildlife collisions caused the Idaho Transportation Department to step in and make the Cervidae Peak Wildlife Overpass along Idaho State Highway 21, part of the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, a safety planning priority. Located about 10 miles … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged June 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal, water & energy

Decades-long revitalization breathes new life into old mill city

The Municipal Posted on June 3, 2025 by Jennifer BartonMay 22, 2025
No6: Fall River Redevelopment Authority cleaned up and redeveloped four acres of waterfront property to create Senator Thomas Norton City Pier, which officially opened to the public in November 2022. (Photo by Rick Snizek)

Nestled on the border with Rhode Island, an hour’s drive from the state capital of Boston, Mass., Fall River is a mill town from a bygone era. Possibly most infamous as the home of Lizzie Borden, accused of murdering her … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, June 2025, The Municipal, water & energy

Why Tableted Chlorine is Ideal for Remote Booster Stations and Wells

The Municipal Posted on June 1, 2025 by The MunicipalMay 22, 2025

Analyzing municipal chlorination alternatives for efficacy, safety and simplicity By J. Gary Miller, Senior Account Executive, Westlake Water Solutions Municipalities are discovering tableted chlorination at remote well sites, booster stations and elevated storage tanks as a solution for maintaining proper … Continue reading →

Posted in Cover Story, Featured Articles, On the cover | Tagged features, From the Cover, June 2025, on the cover, The Municipal, water & energy, Westlake

Water Vision plan helps Folsom, Calif., identify future drinking water sources

The Municipal Posted on May 26, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonApril 23, 2025
No3: Since the Folsom Reservoir is the only source of water for the city of Folsom, the city’s Water Vision plan is helping to evaluate the risks and opportunities with the existing water system and new potential water supplies. (Photo provided by the city of Folsom, Calif.)

While there was no particular occurrence that made the city of Folsom, Calif., begin to consider alternative drinking water supplies, its complete reliance on Folsom Reservoir encouraged consideration of other sources for the future. The Folsom Water Vision plan will … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged building & construction, may 2025, The Municipal, water & energy

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

Partnership aims increase Portsmouth’s resiliency from sea level, groundwater rise

The Municipal Posted on February 20, 2025 by Janet PattersonJanuary 23, 2025
Coastal U.S. cities are taking notice of the water they share with the earth. It’s the reason the Portsmouth, N.H., Department of Public Works has partnered on an innovative groundwater monitoring project. (Shutterstock.com)

Rising ocean levels and stronger storm patterns have caused coastal cities to take notice of the water they share with the earth. It’s the reason the city of Portsmouth, N.H.’s, Department of Public Works has partnered with HydroPredictions, the New … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged February 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal, water & energy

Raleigh rainwater program revives public interest in stormwater management

The Municipal Posted on January 27, 2025 by Janet PattersonDecember 27, 2024
Two 3,000-gallon cisterns capture roof runoff that will provide additional moisture to the Interfaith Food Shuttle Community Garden in southeast Raleigh. (Photo provided by Raleigh, N.C.)

The rainwater rewards program in Raleigh, N.C., took a moment to catch on but is now embraced in a big way. “The program is the result of a lot of forward thinking on the part of the people of Raleigh, … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, The Municipal, water & energy

Wisconsin installs first park solar canopy

The Municipal Posted on December 30, 2024 by Janet PattersonNovember 21, 2024
The solar canopy at Groholski Park is the first in a municipal park in the state of Wisconsin. (Photo provided by Stevens Point, Wis.)

Stevens Point, Wis., has won a number of accolades for its charm and amenities. In 2023, The Crazy Tourist Magazine named it one of the 15 best places to live in Wisconsin. It has been called a Top 10 Dream … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, The Municipal, water & energy

Clamping down on leakage in flat terrain, saves water and power consumption

The Municipal Posted on October 17, 2024 by The MunicipalOctober 8, 2024
EchoWave® acoustic leak detection allows for on-site readings. (Photo provided)

Submitted by Echologics. Ongoing leaks can waste a lot of energy, resources and money, especially on flat terrain where municipal pumping is required to keep the system pressurized and where water is purchased from a local municipal purveyor at retail … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged October 2024, The Municipal, water & energy

City utility programs aid those in need

The Municipal Posted on October 15, 2024 by Jennifer BartonOctober 8, 2024
Fort Smith conducts water rate studies every five years in accordance with Arkansas state law. Since 2021, the city has increased rates following repairs being needed in its sewer system. (Photo provided by Fort Smith, Ark.)

Inflation numbers impact everything Americans pay for, from groceries to luxuries and even utility services. While bills for things such as water and sewer might not cost as much as other necessities, every dollar saved can make a difference for … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged October 2024, parks & environmental services, The Municipal, water & energy

Water pipeline is win-win for Cape Coral, Fort Myers

The Municipal Posted on September 29, 2024 by Beth Anne Brink-CoxSeptember 4, 2024
The bridges of Ft Myers and Cape Coral, Florida, crossing the beautiful Caloosahatchee river.

The Caloosahatchee Connect project is complete: The cities of Cape Coral and Fort Myers, Fla., have created a pipeline across the Caloosahatchee River with the intent to transfer water from Fort Myers to Cape Coral. How did they begin? Melissa … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged September 2024, The Municipal, water & energy

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