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Public Works Update
Not everyone’s having a gas
State lawmakers are arguing that pending federal climate change rules will cripple the economy, and they’re prepared to fight the U.S. EPA in its pursuit to regulate greenhouse gases. Their biggest concern: “stationary sources” such as power plants and even wastewater treatment plants. More

Cut off sediment at the source
Public works departments may find themselves at both ends of the EPA’s new effluent limitation guidelines for construction sites, both as permitting authorities and as site owners. It’s time to explore the most preferred methodology for keeping jobsites clean. More

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Attractive And Secure Bike Parking

You need secure bike racks to fit the bikes, the landscape and your budget. Pilot Rock brand bike racks offer: many different styles, parking available for 1 to 20 bikes, hot dip galvanized or the colorful powder coat paint finishes, steel fabrication resistant to hard use and abuse.

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Want a free paint job?
The San Francisco Department of Public Works is testing a program aimed specifically at commercial vehicles: To reduce complaints from neighbors, the department is repainting 15 graffiti-covered trucks for free. So what’s the catch? More
Free webinar on traffic-calming tactics
Space is limited, so register now for a three-part webinar offering an overview of traffic calming measures, ways of designing effective traffic calming, and what we can learn from Europe as we look toward the future. More
Toll road bankrupt
After California granted a franchise to build a private toll highway in San Diego County, it took almost 17 years before the 10-mile road opened to the public. Less than three years later, the South Bay Expressway finds itself in bankruptcy court. Find out what’s about to happen next. More

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Products: Editors’ Pick

Grounds & roadside maintenance products
Check out the latest product listings in this month’s issue. 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.

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Explore Current Trends in the Water Utilities/Waste Water Market

Join a live webcast as we explore current water and wastewater industry trends, including project types, delivery methods and new technologies.

Learn as we deliver a high-level update on the current market situation for water and wastewater utilities, including details on regulatory requirements, stimulus and other federal funding sources. Visit www.dlt.com/Water-Trends to register.


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

Helac currently offers two Construction Attachments used to improve the productivity of backhoes and excavators.

In this video PowerTilt and PowerGrip are being used for demolition, land clearing, grading and excavating, erosion control, underground utilities, specialty applications and landscaping. PowerTilt can increase the productivity and versatility of your backhoe or excavator by simply tilting any bucket or attachment up to 180 degrees instead of moving the entire machine. PowerGrip is a versatile, durable tool used as a trenching, grading or clamshell bucket or for gripping and loading.
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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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