Utilities: Page 64

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    County Leader of the Year: Standing tall

    Faye Outlaw, American City & County's 2011 County Leader of the Year, has helped her community withstand the strong winds of financial challenges by creating a sustainable future.

    By Nancy Mann Jackson • July 12, 2011
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    Brush cutter safety resources

    There is no shortage of web resources, guides and other literature on brush cutter safety. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), a federal agency, for instance, has issued a Safety Alert publication, Number 5005, “Brush Cutters Require Cautious Use By Consumers.”

    By Michael Keating • June 13, 2011
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    Hydropower surge

    Rising energy costs coupled with federal, state and local financial incentives are making hydropower projects financially attractive for public water systems.

    By Todd Briggeman, David Egger, Bruce Duncan, Pat Sullivan • May 1, 2011
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    Snowstorms get political

    Elected officials can get plowed under by unforgiving winter storms.

    By Nancy Mann Jackson • April 1, 2011
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    Treasure at Mount Trashmore

    Virginia Beach re-creates Kids Cove playground at popular landfill-turned-park.

    April 1, 2011
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    Viewpoint: From trash to treasure

    Methane, a clean-burning fuel source, also can be an untapped revenue stream for cash-strapped cities and towns, and a jobs generator.

    By Jeffrey Karp, Stephen Batiste • Nov. 24, 2010
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    Alternatives to water reuse

    The following alternatives to water reuse are the most-talked-about options and, while each can be helpful, none are as effective as reuse.

    By Nancy Mann Jackson • Oct. 5, 2010
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    Ford hybrids on patrol with NYPD

    The New York City Police Department has deployed the first 30 of 102 Ford Fusion Hybrid alternative fuel vehicles to be used as marked patrol cars. The hybrids will be used to patrol the Big Apple's five boroughs.

    By Michael Keating • Aug. 26, 2010
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    Redefining the role of public works

    While sustainability is often considered an environmental term, many public works leaders define it as a priority that encompasses all aspects of investing in the long-term good of the community. That means making decisions that are simultaneously beneficial for the environment, residents, development, community character, overall quality of life and more.

    Aug. 19, 2010
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    Viewpoint: Reducing headcount? How to manage risks from staff cuts

    Effective risk management could help local governments ensure that vital services are maintained despite job losses.

    By John Baranzelli • Aug. 11, 2010
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    Public Works Leader of the Year: Public works pacesetter

    Gary Gilot's innovation and creativity keep South Bend, Ind., one step ahead.

    By Robert Barkin • Aug. 1, 2010
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    Rethinking public works

    Public works departments are focusing less on plugging current holes and more on building their future communities.

    By Jennifer Grzeskowiak • Aug. 1, 2010
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    Rainwater becoming a precious commodity

    City governments in Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Tucson, Ariz., as well as the state government in Maryland are planning to capture, harvest and re-direct rainfall to avert future water shortages, according to news reports.

    By Michael Keating • May 18, 2010
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    Editor’s Viewpoint: Big Brother, what took you so long?

    Finally, 1984 is here. Not only has Big Brother shown up, the worst part is that we didn't recognize him even staring directly in his face — or should I say his Facebook?

    By Bill Wolpin • May 12, 2010
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    Ergonomics and police duty belts: easing their load

    Recommendations to ease the pain of critical equipment for police officers.

    By Kathy Espinoza • Feb. 5, 2010
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    Downers Grove, Ill., Washington Park Stormwater Improvement Project

    The Washington Park Stormwater Improvement Project in Downers Grove, Ill., was one of 6 winners of American City & County's 2010 America's Crown Communities excellence awards.

    By Nancy Jackson • Feb. 1, 2010
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    The SeaArk companies mark 50 years of boat building

    This September, the McClendon family will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Monticello, Ark.-based SeaArk Marine boat builders.

    By Ed Brock • Oct. 1, 2009
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    Is anyone watching? (and other ethical questions)

    Get ready for a reality check: Here are nine common misconceptions about ethics.

    By Rob Rickard • Sept. 30, 2009
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    Who wants to be a public works director?

    Filling top-level vacancies is harder than ever.

    By Robert Barkin • Sept. 1, 2009
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    Public Works Leader of the Year: Master of disaster

    Floods have met their match in this year's Public Works Leader of the Year, Fort Wayne, Ind.'s Bob Kennedy.

    By Jennifer Grzeskowiak • Sept. 1, 2009
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    In our century

    Street lights become symbols of communities' economic success, and lighting technology efficiency evolves.

    June 1, 2009
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    Grand Plans for the Great Park

    The largest metropolitan park developed in the last 100 years is taking shape in southern California.

    By Larry Agran • May 31, 2009
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    Kioritz, Shindaiwa to merge

    Japan-based Yamabiko Corp., the recently formed parent company of Kioritz Corp. and Shindaiwa Corp., is merging the two companies and will operate them as Yamabiko

    By Ed Brock • April 1, 2009
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    Hillsborough County, Fla., Senior Zones

    The "Senior Zones" in Hillsborough County, Fla., was one of 11 winners of the 2009 America's Crown Communities excellence awards.

    Feb. 1, 2009
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    West Palm Beach, Fla., Consolidated City Facility

    The City Center in West Palm Beach, Fla., was one of 11 winners of the 2009 America's Crown Communities excellence awards.

    Feb. 1, 2009