Bucher Municipal: Soaring high to deliver your best street sweeping solution
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Wisconsin installs first park solar canopy
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 →
Waynesboro boosts tourism through program
Waynesboro, Va., a charming town nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a destination for outdoor enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Tourists can take advantage of year-round activities like hiking, scenic drives and fly-fishing. From a cultural … Continue reading →
Part 2 – Social media guidelines: How discernment aids local government transparency
Though helpful when trying to discern clarity amid obscurity, mindfulness is often neglected. Simply defined, mindfulness is the practice of being decisively aware. Thus, in application, before choosing how to respond, mindful officials will pause and deliberately ponder what the … Continue reading →
Renovated bike park challenges Park City novices, experts
In a city known for world-class athletes and a celebrated film festival, a one-acre pocket park is drawing new attention. What began as a dirt jump park nearly 20 years ago reopened in September as Creekside Bike Park with a … Continue reading →
Programming reboot: North Charleston relaunches a revamped Artist-In-Residence program
Everyone knows that public art adds social, cultural and economic value to a community. That is why the city of North Charleston, S.C., has rebooted and reimagined its Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program with a quarterly residency that will offer the public … Continue reading →
Little Rock’s beautification project having an impact on the whole city
Little Rock, Ark.’s, Project Impact started in 2022 and reengaged this year. It has been impacting areas of the city not even targeted for work while also affecting Little Rock’s overall crime rate. Little Rock’s Chief of Staff Kendra Pruitt … Continue reading →
Listening to the universe: Green Bank Observatory
It may be situated in one of the nation’s quietest communities, but a lot of noise is picked up at the Green Bank Observatory – and most of it is out of this world. Established in 1956 as the National … Continue reading →
Job fair nets qualified public works rookies
On July 22, Corpus Christi’s Public Works Department hosted a job fair aimed at filling a variety of roles critical to maintaining and improving the Texas city’s infrastructure. The event focused on hiring for positions such as surface prevention, channel … Continue reading →
In-house EMS improves emergency care in Portage, Wis.
In February, Portage, Wis., residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of implementing a fire department-based EMS service. They even had a leader who could put the idea in motion: Fire Chief, Troy Haase, who had been awarded First Responder of the … Continue reading →
Holiday light recycling keeps tanglers out of the landfill
In order to keep Christmas lights from getting tangled up in machinery, Rapid City, S.D., implemented a holiday light recycling program that is now in its 10th year. Christmas and holiday lighting that is put in the trash or recycling … Continue reading →
Downtown Fort Wayne DORA supports local businesses while attracting visitors
The planning for a designated outdoor refreshment area in downtown Fort Wayne, Ind., took years with multiple partners in order to approve these areas throughout the state. The city partnered with Visit Fort Wayne, Downtown Fort Wayne and Greater Fort … Continue reading →
Top 10 Best-run cities in America
What determines how well a city is run? Is it how often the trash is picked up, how safe residents feel on the streets or how quickly city hall responds to complaints? Local officials face constant challenges to the optimal … Continue reading →
Conquering Winter with Evolution Edges’ Innovative New Sabre Plow Blades
By Brooke Dawson Winter presents significant challenges for those tasked with keeping our roads clear of snow and ice. Municipalities and private contractors bear the crucial responsibility of ensuring safe passage for all. To meet these challenges head-on, Evolution Edges … Continue reading →
Citywide editorial process makes city marketing campaigns more efficient and collaborative
The Tyler, Texas, department of communications has been recognized for its citywide editorial process that assists with marketing campaigns for all city departments. In 2023, the city was awarded a Municipal Excellence Award by the Texas Municipal League. Liaisons were … Continue reading →
Arlington, Texas, completes improvement project ahead of 2026 World Cup
Thanks to a $1.7 million mill and overlay project on an aging section of Randol Mill Road, the drive to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is now a lot smoother. Red street rehab According to Sidney Kelly, assistant director of … Continue reading →
Bucher Municipal: Soaring high to deliver your best street sweeping solution
Bottom line, you need the best street sweeper for your street sweeping program. Whether you are a small municipality, regional airport or contractor buying your first street sweeper or if you are a large city, airport or conglomerate buying your … Continue reading →
Wilmington, N.C., makes heavy investments in its future
The city of Wilmington, N.C., is undertaking multiple ambitious projects to enhance transportation, address flooding and expand community resources. With a focus on improving traffic flow, pedestrian safety and recreational spaces, these developments aim to elevate the quality of life … Continue reading →
Connecticut airport completes $2.5 million taxiway rehabilitation despite setbacks
“We are a small airport, but we’re very busy,” said Michael Safranek, administrator of the Danbury Municipal Airport. “It’s a challenging airport, it’s fun, and a lot of good flight training comes out of here. It’s probably about 65-70% of … Continue reading →
