There’s a popular holiday song that starts by describing a city sidewalk bustling with activity. Even though the holiday season is over, does such a scenario describe your city’s sidewalks? Whether yours are filled with activity or not, they still … Continue reading →
Just in the nick of time (as usual), President Obama signed into law the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act: a five-year, $305 billion highway funding bill that will pump air into the stale transportation infrastructure discussion. Unlike previous extensions of … Continue reading →
Imagine a town, Tidyville, where the citizens are evervigilant about the beauty and safety of its streets and sidewalks. A small church, new to the area, begins holding weekly services at various temporary locations throughout the city. The church puts … Continue reading →
NAFA is synonymous with excellence in the fleet industry. During our Institute and Expo, we hold the Fleet Excellence Awards (FLEXYs), an annual award program dedicated to recognizing the best and brightest in the fleet management profession. The FLEXYs shine … Continue reading →
It’s not a question of “if” something will happen. It’s a matter of when. Municipal leaders know they have to have their proverbial ducks in a row when situations occur. That’s why having a risk management plan is critical to … Continue reading →
Part 1 of 2 – Having a large number of sewerage lift stations that need assessment is only one of the wastewater treatment challenges in need of actionable, real-world solutions. Sewerage problems of all types, but particularly overflows, raise the … Continue reading →
Aero Industries donates to Folds Of Honor Indianapolis, Ind. — Aero Industries Inc., a global leader in the manufacturing of tarp systems and trailer accessories, is committed to supporting the men and women who have served in U.S. military forces. … Continue reading →
During the second weekend of December every year — this year Dec. 12–13 — 50,000 holiday revelers descend on Franklin, Tenn., to have themselves, quite literally, one “Dickens of a Christmas.” For 31 years, the city of nearly 69,000 residents … Continue reading →
Dublin adds CNG snow plows to fleet Dublin, Ohio — The city of Dublin recently received its first four CNG-powered Freightliner Snow Plows. “These units will bring the total number of CNG Vehicles to 63,” said Darryl Syler, fleet manager. … Continue reading →
Fall is well underway and winter’s on the doorstep, so maybe now really is the best time for parks and recreation departments to reflect on what worked and what didn’t this year, and to plot out how to bring those … Continue reading →
Lorain, Ohio, a city of approximately 63,710, is stepping up to meet EPA standards with its new waste water tunnel project, called the Black River Tunnel. The project will run along the west side of the Black River. Work offi … Continue reading →
