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Senate passes jobs bill

Three days before the latest highway funding extension expires, the Senate passed its own version of a $15 billion jobs bill to restore highway spending authority for SAFETEA-LU through the end of the year. Now it heads back to the House. But will job creation trump infrastructure funding as the debate heats up? More

Joining forces

The Asphalt Pavement Alliance announced during the World of Asphalt conference a historic degree of industry unity as it unveiled a new campaign highlighting the future of asphalt pavements. More

Pedestal Park Tables Reduce Grounds Mainenance Efforts.

Outdoor seating enhances the landscape around picnic and shelter sites. Sturdy pedestal table features include: pedestal installation keeps the table secure and on location; the single pedestal simplifies maintenance around the table; the pedestal designs can be accessible and meet current ADA guidelines. Choose square, rectangular or round pedestal tables.

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Going trenchless?

Trenchless construction is a great way to avoid digging up environmentally sensitive areas. But location isn't the only variable that influences pipe installation. Read about two scenarios to decide if you should go open-cut or trenchless. More

Environmental economics

Hybrids aren't just about using less fuel. There is also a great way to reduce their purchase price. Find out how to save big. More

Ancient irrigation

A 3,000-year-old canal system – the most intricate of its kind in North America – has been uncovered during a wastewater treatment plant project in Pima County, Ariz. Now what? More

Products: Editors’ Pick

General products

Check out this week’s feature of dozens of product reviews for infrastructure managers nationwide. More

Road to Recovery one-stop shop

Updated throughout the day, our Road to Recovery page has all the details you need on the $150 billion allocated for public infrastructure. More

Has your department recently awarded a contract?

We’ll post it on our “Contract awards” page at www.pwmag.com. It’s easy: Just e-mail a press release indicating what the project is and what firm was selected to vsicaras@hanleywood.com.

Pencil it in

The profession’s most comprehensive list of trade shows, seminars, and training opportunities. More

Plugged in to the profession

Check out our comprehensive list of industry associations. More

Public Works jobs

Check out the latest jobs from the career Web site brought to you by the publishers of PUBLIC WORKS magazine. More

Digital Two-Way Radios with GPS Improve Road Crew Safety

Motorola two-way radio systems are dedicated to providing convenience, safety and efficiency for your crews. Download this case study to learn how the MOTOTRBO(TM) digital radio with GPS location tracking increases safety and improves operations at an affordable rate in even the most rural of areas.
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