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.
From technology to mental health, here are the key factors to consider when planning a station that will stand the test of time
Loveland Fire Rescue Authority celebrated the grand opening of a new health and wellness center and burn building, facilities designed to support firefighter health and realistic training
Taylor officials, firefighters and community leaders gathered to mark the rededication of Station No. 2, part of a major renovation project enhancing living and working conditions for first responders
Maui County officials sent alerts to cellphones, television and radio stations, but it is unclear if it was before widespread power, cellular outages
Orlando will begin testing two driverless buses that will run daily on traditional bus routes
31 residents died in the Christmas 2022 storm that dumped over 50-inches of snow with hurricane-force winds
Charleston firefighters faced three bad hydrants and had to wait on tankers from neighboring FDs
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
“I’m afraid someone is going to get hurt or killed on my watch. I don’t want to get sued. If I get sued, you all will get sued.”
After touring newly built jails, Cuyahoga County Jail Administrator Ronda Gibson has design ideas to improve inmate processing, housing and CO training areas
NG911 technology breaks down borders and removes the roadblocks that hinder responders from doing their job – saving lives
Through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, local government organizations can take advantage of several grant programs for broadband access
The communications platform for first responders went live in 2017 and currently has three million users nationwide
The FCC is monitoring the 3G phase-out and working to “implement safeguards” for older phones and other devices, a spokesperson said
Taigman calls on departments to immediately alert IT staff to check the integrity of their data, software and networks
One of the most overlooked aspects when it comes to law enforcement culture is how officers are trained within the organization
City officials talk the pros and cons of Tesla, the Mustang Mach-E and hybrids
