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Succession Planning Is The Key To The Future
Editorial
December 29, 2014
It’s time to start building a talent pipeline to handle the looming wave of retirements.
What the Heck is Frazil Ice?
What the Heck is Frazil Ice?
Online Exclusives
December 29, 2014
This cold-weather phenomenon requires a particular set of variables: a clear night, a slight offshore wind and plunging temperatures. Learn why it can mean disaster for water system intakes.
EPA Awards Additional Funding to Target Algal Blooms
Online Exclusives
December 29, 2014
Federal and state agencies receive more than $3.1 million in additional funding to reduce algal blooms in Lake Erie.
Agreement Finalized for Bay Area Groundwater Storage Project
Online Exclusives
December 23, 2014
$113 million Regional Groundwater Storage and Recovery project is a partnership between the SFPUC, City of Daly City, City of San Bruno and California Water Service Company.
McElroy Announces New Hydraulically Adjustable Pipe Stand
McElroy Announces New Hydraulically Adjustable Pipe Stand
Online Exclusives
December 18, 2014
Hydraulic model improves productivity on jobs using medium-diameter pipe.
Report: U.S. Among Most Attractive Markets for Infrastructure Investment
Online Exclusives
December 18, 2014
For the first time, the U.S. ranks among the top markets in the world for infrastructure investment, according to a recent report from ARCADIS. Learn what other countries rank in the top 10.
Pros and Cons of Municipal Night Work
Pros and Cons of Municipal Night Work
Online Exclusives
December 17, 2014
Whether it’s for emergency repairs or routine maintenance, municipalities weigh in on the advantages of working at night along with the obvious risks.
Here’s to 40 Years of Safe Drinking Water
Here’s to 40 Years of Safe Drinking Water
Blogs
December 16, 2014
Today, we celebrate not only the creation of uniform drinking water standards, but water security.
Congressional Panel Approves WIFIA Funds
Online Exclusives
December 11, 2014
Funding for the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act moves forward.
World Health Organization Talk Slated for WWETT Show
World Health Organization Talk Slated for WWETT Show
Online Exclusives
December 09, 2014
Interested in learning more about wastewater and communicable disease — including Ebola? Register today for a free program at this year's WWETT show.
News Briefs: Did Aging Pipeline Cause Deadly Explosion?
News Briefs: Did Aging Pipeline Cause Deadly Explosion?
Online Exclusives
December 08, 2014
In this week’s news, old pipelines are suspect in a deadly natural gas explosion. Also, a $3.4 billion project will increase San Antonio’s water supply.
News Briefs: Controversial Water Utility Bill Sparks Debate
News Briefs: Controversial Water Utility Bill Sparks Debate
Online Exclusives
December 04, 2014
In this week’s municipal news, a New Jersey bill could simplify the sale of water utilities, a stormwater fee loses traction in Illinois and ice pigging comes to New York.
Exact Pipe Tools Inc. Establishes Warehouse and Warranty Repair Center in Canada
Online Exclusives
December 04, 2014
Found: Union Sanitary District Recovers Priceless Family Ring
Found: Union Sanitary District Recovers Priceless Family Ring
Online Exclusives
December 04, 2014
Collection service workers in California come to the rescue after a Bay Area toddler flushes a family heirloom down the toilet
WRF Tool Helps Utilities Manage Water Losses
Online Exclusives
November 26, 2014
8 Water Use Numbers You Should Know
8 Water Use Numbers You Should Know
Online Exclusives
November 26, 2014
In the United States, we use 355 billion gallons of water every day. What other interesting tidbits does a USGS survey reveal? Take a look.
CDC Releases Interim Guidance For Municipal Workers
Online Exclusives
November 24, 2014
Utility Worker Shares Work-Zone Accident Story
Blogs
November 24, 2014
With the winter getting uglier, work zone safety becomes even more important.
Be A Magnetic Manager
Editorial
November 20, 2014
Limit the damage and expense of employee turnover and motivate the best people to stick with your organization.
Innovation And Proactivity Put The City Of Evanston Ahead Of The Storm
Innovation And Proactivity Put The City Of Evanston Ahead Of The Storm
Editorial
November 20, 2014
Evanston’s innovative and proactive approach to stormwater management eases the strain of major rain events.