Washington, D.C. – Today the U.S. Congress passed the Disaster Recovery Reform Act (DRRA) and the Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Act, 2018 as part a broader package of legislation reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration’s activities (H.R. 302). The International … Continue reading →
Picture it. Your thriving community is on top of the world — low crime rate, busy downtown foot traffic, great diversified schools and a longtime anchor business drawing in not only residents, but also tourist dollars. But what happens when … Continue reading →
California is ahead of the ball when it comes to electric vehicles, with the state having directives to lower greenhouse gas emissions. These directives place special emphasis on the use of low-emission vehicles, and the state has particularly championed EVs … Continue reading →
When faced with severe weather, a checklist of to-dos starts to form: make sure the animals are safe, locate supplies in case the power goes out, fill jugs of water and maybe even head to the basement or lowest level … Continue reading →
Crossville, Tenn., is not shy about touting its natural and manmade resources on its city seal. The words “mountain resorts” and “recreation” are prominently emblazoned top and bottom on the circular logo. Included on the busy, colorful seal are a … Continue reading →
Washington, D.C. – Early-bird registration for the 2018 International Code Council Annual Conference, Code Hearings and Expo will end on Sunday, September 16. This essential industry event will be held on October 21-29 in Richmond, Va., and features expert speakers, … Continue reading →
Floods and rising sea levels have been an increasingly difficult issue throughout much of the world. Already in 2018, several cities have experienced floods so bad that they were considered 50-year, 100-year and 500-year floods. “Those seem to come more … Continue reading →
Starting with this issue, The Municipal is reaching a bit farther, expanding from 18 states to the entire contiguous United States. In the past, we’ve always been willing to step outside our borders to bring our readers new, innovative ideas, … Continue reading →
Cultivating a successful recycling program, whether among municipal employees or the general public, calls for a holistic view of sustainability, according to one expert. “When most people think of sustainability, they usually think of only the environmental benefits for the … Continue reading →
The steady deployment of electric vehicles — along with the increased availability of many EV types — has municipalities welcoming them into their fleets; however, before taking the plunge, thorough research and groundwork can save a lot of headaches down … Continue reading →
If there’s one thing Greenville, N.C., Sanitation Engineer Delbert Bryant can do knowledgeably, it is talk trash. While he initially wanted be a teacher and an animal/crop farmer simultaneously as a child, Bryant ultimately pursued a lifelong career in sanitation, … Continue reading →
