Desperate times call for desperate measures in municipal government settings. This was true during the financial crisis of 2009, and it is true as we face unprecedented challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Forsyth County, N.C., is a shining example … Continue reading →
DriveOhio, part of the Ohio Department of Transportation, and Ohio State University have teamed up with various other organizations and businesses to work on a three-year, $5.9 million research project that began in 2018. The purpose of this study … Continue reading →
“It could never happen here.” “My city is too small.” “I would know if it was happening near me.” “It only happens in other countries.” These statements reflect common beliefs about human trafficking, but the truth is, it can … Continue reading →
Visit Monhegan Island, Maine, a small tourist community about a dozen miles off the central Maine coast, and you are likely to find a plethora of stunning and intriguing attractions but very few people waiting in line. A line graph … Continue reading →
In the 1990s, the introduction of a carbide insert blade for snowplow cutting edges was recognized as a major technological advancement for the wear parts industry. Carbide demonstrated the wear longevity to be seven times greater than a traditional hardened … Continue reading →
As technology rapidly advances and environmental requirements become stricter, cities must constantly work to keep up. With this in mind, public works departments throughout the country are designing and building new facilities that not only boast the latest technology but … Continue reading →
When Sheriff Steve Draper of Martinsville, Va., took office in 1994, the department of public works was in charge of the city farm. When the farm came under the purview of the sheriff’s office, Draper decided he wanted to change … Continue reading →
In 2018, southwest Colorado experienced one of the largest wildfires in the state’s history. The wildfire started in June and continued through July, burning across an estimated 54,000 acres. Prompted by this wildfire, multiple entities near the Durango area … Continue reading →
There are times when municipalities need to take issues directly to the voters, but do certain issues receive more support than others? The Municipal wanted to take a look at ballot measures and referendums to see if there are trends. … Continue reading →
STAPLES, MINN.— Whether you’re coming or going, the elevator, escalator and moving walkway contracts at Sourcewell will keep you on the move. Schindler Elevator Corporation and thyssenkrupp Elevator were awarded contracts in this specialized category and offer participating agencies access … Continue reading →
Over the past 20 years, the fabric building division at Greystone Construction has earned a reputation for high-quality projects and excellent customer service, having designed and built more than 1,500 fabric buildings across the country. “We are salt and sand … Continue reading →
