Global Environmental Products tests innovative Extended Range Hybrid Sweeper
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 … More from our cover sponsor →
Be prepared: Community Emergency Response Team programs help citizens step up
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 →
A solid waste voucher program assists Douglas County’s quick removal of flood-damaged items
A solid waste voucher program was recently set up in Douglas County in Oregon during the March flood emergency in a partnership between the Douglas County Solid Waste Department and the Douglas County Emergency Management Department. This voucher program helped … Continue reading →
Global Environmental Products tests innovative Extended Range Hybrid Sweeper
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 →
Tucson’s FoodWaste Collection keeps organic material out of landfills
Every week, each household in America rolls a trash can or two out to the curb to await their designated collection day. Rarely do citizens of this country consider what happens to those mounds of black bags once they are … Continue reading →
Surviving the storms: Pinellas County, Fla., completes hurricane cleanup
When hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the state of Florida last fall, residents in the unincorporated areas of Pinellas County braced for the storms’ impact and the resulting damage. Like snowflakes, no two hurricanes are exactly alike, and neither is … Continue reading →
Several cities offer e-waste collections for residents
With our increasing use of gadgets, as well as constant encouragement to upgrade our phones, laptops and tablets, our electronic waste is piling up in our homes and businesses. According to the World Health Organization, in 2022, an estimated 62 … Continue reading →
Recycling events help Renton, Wash., move forward with zero-waste plan
In 1990, the city of Renton, Wash., began its future in recycling collection by holding a collection event for metal, tires and oil. Today, the city holds recycling events three times a year for King County residents, with each event … Continue reading →
Portsmouth treads slowly on restoring historic road
When it comes to improving the streets of a 400-year-old community, planning is paramount. That’s why the city of Portsmouth, N.H., began preparing for its Islington Street Corridor project more than two decades ago. “Development on this project literally began … Continue reading →
Pickleball holds court in Boerne, Texas
For anyone who hasn’t heard the term “pickleheads,” it isn’t the same as Jimmy Buffett’s “parrotheads.” But people can certainly claim to be both – at different times and places, of course. Pickleheads are a part of a growing movement … Continue reading →
Personality Profile: Foster helps sanitation provide a positive impact in Asheville
In August 2017, Jes Foster joined the city of Asheville, N.C., as the sanitation division manager – a position that is also known as the solid waste manager – in the public works department. She manages a full-time staff of … Continue reading →
In search of Tom and Huck: Mark Twain’s Hannibal, Mo.
Located 100 miles north of St. Louis along the shores of the Mississippi, Hannibal, Mo., has a storied history. The former stomping grounds of American humorist Mark Twain, Hannibal is the town that inspired two of the most beloved characters … Continue reading →
Missoula updates its compost facility
Missoula, Mont., has been composting for some time now, but generous funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, in the amount of $4.7 million started a new phase. The city council approved an $8.6 million contract to update the city’s … Continue reading →
Miami Beach public works wins awards for infrastructure excellence
In a proud moment for the city of Miami Beach, Fla., the public works department has received two coveted Project of the Year awards from the Florida Chapter of the American Public Works Association, highlighting its innovative approach to infrastructure … Continue reading →
Top Ten: Best states for working from home
In early 2025, many federal government employees who had been working remotely were called back into the office, conferring a negative connotation on the practice of working from home. However, despite this blip, the option remains entrenched in the private … Continue reading →
From vacant to vibrant: Kokomo infill program rebuilds neighborhoods and community spirits
Once a symbol of industrial excellence, Kokomo, Ind., is gaining attention for something new – its commitment to rebuilding the community from the ground up. Through an innovative infill program, the city is transforming vacant lots into new homes, which … Continue reading →
Kearney, Neb., unveils state-of-the-art sports complex
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 →
Blue Envelope program creates safer interactions between officers and drivers with autism
The Massachusetts State Police department recently teamed up with the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts and The Arc of Massachusetts to launch Blue Envelope, a program that helps law enforcement easily recognize drivers who are … Continue reading →
Smarter storm response: Moving winter operations from reactive to proactive with technology that pays for itself
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 →
