Posts Tagged Public Works

CityCamp – Talkin’ Government & Gettin’ Scrappy

Last weekend I was fortunate to be able to spend the entire weekend at the UIC campus in Chicago hanging out with about 100 other people who are interested in local government. The event was CityCamp - a conference held in unconference style where the attendees determine and host the sessions. W

01.31.2010 | Public Works, Public Works in the Metaverse | admin

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APWA Goes Social

APWA Goes Social

Many established professional organizations and associations are still trying to figure out social media or worse, have not yet even heard about it. Which can be frustrating for members because social media provides a great way for members to network. And networking is one of the main reasons people

11.12.2009 | Public Works, Public Works in the Metaverse | admin

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Trench Backfill: Is it best to compact, jet, fill, or dump?

In construction, there are many methods to accomplish the same result. The main requirement is that the work is done according to the specification written for that particular project. When it comes to trench backfill, the specification usually allows the contractors several choices for filling the

10.11.2009 | Public Works | admin

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Selling off Assets: A Road to Failure?

Selling off Assets: A Road to Failure?

Today I read an article on Reuters indicating voters are increasingly supportive of government leasing infrastructure assets. I cannot imagine how anyone who truly understands infrastructure and government can come away with a blanket statement supporting privatization of government assets. From r

06.9.2009 | Public Works | admin

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