Public Works & Infrastructure
Public Works & infrastructure are essential components of local and state government responsibilities. They involve the construction, maintenance, and management of vital public facilities and services such as roads, bridges, water supply, and waste management. Effective infrastructure planning ensures communities have the necessary resources for economic growth and quality of life. This directory provides articles on public works and infrastructure and related topics like Transportation, which explores the development of efficient systems for moving people and goods.
Richland County officials hope renovations, corrections officer sign-on bonuses and tighter policies can turn the jail around
A sanitation truck, snow removal equipment or public works vehicle are moveable barriers that can harden mass gatherings from vehicle terror attacks and other threats.
The Thomasville Police Department installed a Flock Safety system in 2022, crediting the technology for its ability to pinpoint and alert officers to the shooting
Canada’s Open Data Exchange paid for half of the smart parking project’s $100,000 CAD cost.
Sustainability
Bloomberg to award 20 of the most populous cities with $70 million in technical support, based on demonstrated commitment to addressing climate change.
Municipal offices close, but government operations on holidays don’t have to. See how the city of Boston approaches 311 services.
With the help of Cartegraph and Esri’s ArcGIS, the City of Colorado Springs maximized the efficiency of their asset management system — and saved a whole lot of money
Asset management is how public works can improve operations and reduce costs. It’s technology that enables municipalities to break silos and use data to inform better decisions.
A Boston road diet on one busy boulevard revealed that a dedicated bus lane on weekday mornings reduces bus ridership times 20 to 25 percent -- saving 26 hours of passenger time per day.
Several vendors offering city solutions were on hand at the U.S. Conference of Mayors 86th Annual Meeting in Boston held June 8-11, 2018.
Grant columnist Judy Riffle offers her tips for schools and libraries to get funding from telecomm e-rate charges.
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney visited San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz and addressed how the city has supported and will continue to support the island nation still reeling from Hurricane Maria.
The U.S. Conference of Mayors will convene for their 86th annual meeting in Boston to discuss infrastructure, cybersecurity, school safety, immigration, jobs, affordable housing and automation.
Reducing the severity of urban flooding during rain events is possible. Water groups can help outline a city-wide emergency response plan when preparedness hazards are identified.
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