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Public Works Update
Advanced geometry
A series of innovative roundabouts improves safety and access in an Indianapolis suburb. More

Reduce senior traffic deaths
A new law provides $500 million annually for the U.S. DOT to establish national goals for increasing safety for people 65 and older. More

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Market saturation
Only 11% of city, county, state, and special district public works departments don't have geographical information systems. More
Land swapping
A $150 million city hall project in Las Vegas was funded in part by a trade between the city and a national development company – all in the name of downtown revitalization. More
Why you need automatic notification
For average cost of 40 to 80 cents per customer annually, you can install an electronic direct-delivery system to notify the public about everything from water emergencies to planned maintenance. More

Products: Editors’ Pick

Something for everyone
Whether you’re a public works director, roads manager, or irrigator, there’s a product for you. More

World of Concrete Bookstore

Civil engineering classic
“Standard Handbook for Civil Engineers, 5th Edition” is the definitive reference in civil engineering. Within the classic’s pages, readers have access to everything from the fundamentals of civil engineering to the latest changes in design, construction, materials, and equipment. The handbook covers 23 different disciplines including systems design, geotechnical engineering, and community and regional planning.
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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


Public Service: Essential tools for Essential Services - Motorola Two-Way Radios

Serving the public with such critical services as mass transit, public works, streets and sanitation, and parks and recreation have become even more challenging for local governments today. As a critical enabler for increased effeciency, enhanced safety, and operating cost reduction, Motorola's two-way radios encure constant contact with your workforce. Register to learn more benefits.
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