Public Works: Newest PW Articles

State and local governments lead the way in US infrastructure delivery

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:40:54 EST

New global report from the Urban Land Institute and Ernst & Young highlights the critical role of local and state governments in meeting US infrastructure requirements.

Federal court shoots down Texas flow-control ordinance

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:08:06 EST

Settlement allows court ruling to stand: collection companies may dispose of waste where it makes the most economic sense (including their own landfills), not at government-mandated locations.

National Public Works Week begins on Sunday!

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:56:07 EST

Why are people always so surprised at how nice public works people are?!

Video: Cut $500,000 in inflow and infiltration costs

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:32:23 EST

“New” technology, such as cured-in-place pipe, isn’t necessarily “better” for structurally repairing water and sewer pipelines.

Video: How to build a 10-lane highway bridge in 13 months

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:28:39 EST

The Minneapolis bridge that tragically collapsed in 2007 was replaced in one-third the usual time, a deadline that required using concretes for which Minnesota DOT had no specifications.

The controversy over fluoridated water continues, amid new data

Wed, 8 May 2013 02:58:53 EST

Although the evidence still supports the chemical's ability to help prevent tooth decay.

Third U.S. state signs paint take-back law

Wed, 8 May 2013 02:47:59 EST

Connecticut is working with PaintCare, a non-profit formed by architectural paint manufacturers to collect, reuse, and otherwise recycle unused product. Like the two other states (California and Oregon) with paint-stewardship laws, Connecticut's assesses a per-container fee.

Putting public roads in private hands has a long and shaky history (with map)

Wed, 8 May 2013 02:47:58 EST

As Colorado DOT signs off on its first public-private partnership to build, improve, and maintain state roads, this article reviews federal/local strategies for "public" highways.

So are toll roads the answer?

Wed, 8 May 2013 02:47:54 EST

A survey of 1,000 Americans shows they'd prefer to raise money for roads maintenance via "user pays directly" (i.e., tolls) than paying more in gas or sales taxes. Of course, if we pay more we also expect more — as these results show.

Well, that's one way to get more federal funding

Wed, 8 May 2013 02:47:52 EST

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is awarding $569 million to New Jersey and New York to fix drinking water and wastewater assets trashed by Superstorm Sandy last fall.

17 ways to celebrate Drinking Water Week

Wed, 8 May 2013 12:52:51 EST

The first full week of May has been Drinking Water Week for more than 30 years. This resource lists future dates through 2023 along with ideas for reminding schoolchildren, the general public, and employees of the priceless service you provide.

2013 Top Ten Public Works Leaders Announced by APWA

Wed, 8 May 2013 04:18:58 EST

Marking the 53rd anniversary of the award, the American Public Works Association (APWA) announced the Top Ten Public Works Leaders of 2013.

Utah city abandons fiber-optic network

Tue, 7 May 2013 05:12:48 EST

Provo's the third U.S. city to sign up with Google Fiber, which is roughly 200 times faster than basic cable. The sale requires the city to pay off a $39 million bond used to build the iProvo Internet network.

America THINKS 2013 Tolling Survey

Tue, 7 May 2013 10:51:32 EST

HNTB Corporation’s America THINKS survey takes a fresh look at tolls: a revenue source previously most popular before the advent of the gas tax.

President Obama approves contentious U.S. - Canada bridge

Wed, 1 May 2013 01:39:38 EST

The $2.1 billion new link between Detroit and Windsor has received the required presidential permit. Even though Canada's paying for it, supporters expect more lawsuits from detractors who say it costs too much and will lower quality of life.

Texas recycles trash into artwork

Thu, 2 May 2013 04:55:00 EST

Artists in Houston are “upcycling” difficult-to-reuse refuse into sculptures, doors, mirrors, and other works of art.

Making the most of Public Works Week

Fri, 3 May 2013 05:15:57 EST

Three departments use National Public Works Week to develop future employees.

2013 APWA convention planner

Thu, 2 May 2013 04:02:08 EST

The American Public Works Association International Congress and Exposition breezes into Chicago's McCormick Place Lakeside Center Aug. 25-28.

Code Council seeks nominations for 2013 awards

Wed, 1 May 2013 03:24:44 EST

If you know an exemplary individual or group whose contributions to building safety, code compliance, fire prevention, sustainability, public service or community service are commendable, nominate that person or group for an International Code Council award.

Earth Day celebrates U.S. Water Prize winners

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 02:19:05 EST

In an Earth Day ceremony at National Geographic Headquarters, in Washington D.C., the U.S. Water Alliance presented its U.S. Water Prize to three winners.