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2010 APWA-NC ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Feb 18, 2010

2010 APWA-NC ANNUAL CONFERENCE
From Keith Pugh, 2010 Annual Conference Planning Committee Chair
If your calendar isn’t already marked, then “What are you waiting for?” You should go ahead and mark it now, because..... YOU NEED TO BE HERE! The American Public Works Association - North Carolina Chapter will hold its 53rd Annual Conference and Equipment Show Sunday, June 13th through Wednesday, June 16th, 2010 in downtown Winston-Salem.
The Annual Conference Planning Team asked, you responded. Our request for technical session ideas was a huge success. The North Carolina Chapter members responded with nearly 140 potential session ideas. We’ve worked through that list to bring you a terrific program filled with 27 concurrent sessions and 5 general sessions that are certain to interest everyone. We’ll post this information on our website at http://northcarolina.apwa.net/ .
The general sessions should appeal to everyone, with topics ranging from; “How to deliver public services in today’s economy”, to “Human Resources Issues”, to a “Legislative Update and News from the League”. Another interesting general session we’re working on will bring locally elected officials together to discuss the state of the economy from a federal, state and local perspective.
A sampling of the concurrent technical sessions includes diverse topics such as; “Public and Private Perspectives on Reverse Bidding”, to “Biodiesel: 101”, to “Innovative ways to meet local government pavement needs”, and “Maintaining green and sustainable operations”. We’ve tried to target specific sessions for our different technical divisions.
We recognize that these are extraordinarily difficult times and budgets are tighter than ever, your local APWA chapter is putting together the highest quality program at the lowest possible cost, filled with technical and practical information for the multiple disciplines involved in Public Works. We’ll also use this opportunity to spotlight and recognize the best that public works has to offer with our Past Presidents dinner and our Chapter Awards program.
But this conference isn’t just about APWA. We’re also planning to be active in the community while we’re in Winston-Salem. We plan to host a blood drive on Monday, June 14th that will be open to conference attendees, vendors, sponsors and the folks who live and work in downtown. On the evening of Tuesday the 15th, we plan to host a community service project for everyone who might be interested in serving in that capacity. Details on both of these opportunities will be in the registration packages available near the end of March.
This conference promises to be more “New-comer Friendly” by offering an orientation session and providing opportunities for first timers to learn more about our Chapter, meet our Chapter Leadership and reach out to other APWA members .
So, whether you are public or private sector; whether you are involved in Water Resources, Fleet Management, Buildings and Grounds, Solid Waste, Technology, Streets, or Administrative Management; "YOU NEED TO BE HERE" so go ahead, mark your calendar now, save the date, and make plans to join us at the Marriott Downtown and the Benton Convention Center.
2010 APWA-NC ANNUAL CONFERENCEFrom Keith Pugh, 2010 Annual Conference Planning Committee ChairIf your calendar isn’t already marked, then “What are you waiting for?” You should go ahead and mark it now, because..... YOU NEED TO BE HERE! The American Public Works Association - North Carolina Chapter will hold its 53rd Annual Conference and Equipment Show Sunday, June 13th through Wednesday, June 16th, 2010 in downtown Winston-Salem. The Annual Conference Planning Team asked, you responded. Our request for technical session ideas was a huge success. The North Carolina Chapter members responded with nearly 140 potential session ideas. We’ve worked through that list to bring you a terrific program filled with 27 concurrent sessions and 5 general sessions that are certain to interest everyone. We’ll post this information on our website at http://northcarolina.apwa.net/ . The general sessions [ ... ]

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Newsletter - Deadline for Articles

Dec 14, 2009

Please mark your calendars with the following newsletter schedule as discussed at the December 4, 2009 Board Meeting. Deadline for Articles Edition Due out on the list serveFebruary 15, 2010 Spring Edition March May 15, 2010 Summer Edition June August 15, 2010 Fall Edition September November 15, 2010 Winter Edition December Please remember to attach your article text and any supporting photographs; Include below the title of the article who the author of the article is and the organization he or she represents i.e., ARTICLE FOR NEWSLETTER By John Doe or Jane Doe, Name of Organization I look forward to seeing the wonderful submissions from each of you. There is a vast knowledge base out there just waiting to be shared.David Seneres [ ... ]

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About the NC Chapter of APWA

Nov 24, 2009

About the NC Chapter of APWABy Bob WilsonThe NC Chapter of APWA is all about educational and networking opportunities for its members. The NC Chapter has 7 divisions that provide training specific to an individual’s particular interests and needs. They also provide the opportunity to meet your peers from other municipalities in a particular discipline. The 7 divisions are listed below: Administrative Management Buildings & Grounds Equipment Services Solid Waste Streets Technology (formed in 2008) Water Resources Each division has an annual conference and some divisions (like Equipment Services) also provide specific training at different times of the year. In addition, the NC Chapter has an annual conference in June of each year. The conferences vary in size from as small as about 40 people for the new Technology [ ... ]

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Small Cities and Rural Communities Committee

Aug 10, 2009

The Small Cities/Rural Communities Committee (formerly the SC/RC Forum) is composed of six members from agencies with smaller populations that often need to address public works issues from a different position than those in larger areas. The Committee meets by conference call each month. For current activities, visit the SCRC page at www.apwa.net/ About/SIG/SCRC/.Members of the new committee are increasing the visibility of these issues by inviting members from agencies to write articles for the APWA Reporter, providing education sessions for APWA's Congress, and posting messages on the newly expanded Rural infoNOW community at rural@infonow.apwa.net.There is no "formal" membership and no cost to be included as part of this group. You determine whether you are "small" or "rural" based on the needs of your agency, not your population. Activities and dialogue of the SC/RC Commi [ ... ]

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2009 Presidential Award for Chapter Excellence (PACE)

Jul 7, 2009

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Value of APWA Membership

Apr 9, 2009

We understand the many demands being made on your agency budget during this period of economic downturn. In deciding how best to spend scarce dollars, we believe membership in APWA is critical for the following reasons:

APWA is the only source for all aspects of public works - services, resources, practices and functions. As the "umbrella" organization for all of these related areas, your staff members are able to access information and assistance in each of these specific areas. If it no longer feasible to support membership in multiple organizations that represent a special segment of public works, opportunities to best serve your employees' needs are found in one organization - APWA.

Education and training are available for all areas of public works and all levels of responsibility. APWA provides access to critical training in easily accessible formats, many of which do not require leaving the office or training room, and are offered at a reasonable fee.

Networking with over 29,000 public works peers - obtain the latest information essential to carry out the public works functions in your agency. APWA offers networking 24/7 through use of online communities.

APWA is everywhere - through our 64 chapters and 85 branches located throughout North America, training and professional development opportunities unique to your area are close by. With travel restrictions commonly in place, members unable to travel have after-the-fact access to much of the educational materials. The annual APWA Congress and Exposition provides over 150 educational and technical sessions devoted to all aspects of public works.

Maintaining high quality services to the citizens we serve is crucial in these times of retirements, lay-offs and reduction in the workforce. High quality, low cost training and education for your remaining employees are key to ensure continuity and leadership when better economic times return.

As a leading association composed of governmental entities, APWA is especially cognizant of your needs and stands ready to continue providing opportunities for your agency employees to continue offering the highest level of services to your residents.

APWA and its structure of local and national resources is a valuable asset to your agency and your employees. Please contact me at 828-259-5935 if I may be of any assistance. More information on APWA can be found at www.apwa.net.

Sincerely,
F. Mark Combs
APWA-NC Chapter President

In today's economic times, every decision comes down to benefits or "return" to the citizens we all serve. What can your agency do today that will have a lasting impact? Please allow me to take a moment of your time to share with you the benefits and values offered to your public works employees through membership in the American Public Works Association. We understand the many demands being made on your agency budget during this period of economic downturn. In deciding how best to spend scarce dollars, we believe membership in APWA is critical for the following reasons: APWA is the only source for all aspects of public works - services, resources, practices and functions. As the "umbrella" organization for all of these related areas, your staff members are able to access information and assistance in each of these specific areas. If it no longer feasible to support membership in [ ... ]

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We Are Public Works

Apr 1, 2009

Social Network Community - wearepublicworks.org'We Are Public Works' is the premier social network connecting the public works community. It is a public platform supported by APWA for public works professionals to hold conversations and provide information on issues of interest to the global public works community.We encourage members of the North Carolina Chapter to share your thoughts through blogs, upload videos, view pictures and connect with fellow collegues.Have a better look and consider joining: http://wearepublicworks.org [ ... ]

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Are Your Flaggers Qualified?

Feb 6, 2009

Are Your Flaggers Qualified?

Unfortunately, we have all observed flaggers such as the person in the picture above and wondered, “Where is his supervisor?” We look back on what we did as a flagger and thought, “How could I have been so foolish?” People that have never flagged traffic do not understand the danger and difficulty involved. Most of us have look at a flagger and thought, “Oh, anyone can do that!”

There are, however, many who take the flagger’s job seriously. They understand the safety of the traveling public and the roadway workers is in hands of the flaggers. They also understand that the flagger’s actions and appearance reflect on the transportation industry. A flagger must have a good attitude, know proper flagging protocol, and be in good physical condition. Because there are some who do not know or do not care, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) plans to implement a requirement that anyone flagging on their roads will have to be qualified.

Anticipating the July 2009 Flagger Qualification requirement, ITRE is here to help. We have scheduled half-day Flagger Training courses as well as day-and-a-half Flagging Instructor courses around the state. The Flagger Training course is intended for those who will actually be flagging. This course addresses equipment, position, signals, and the various flagging operations. The Flagging Instructor course is intended for those who will provide in-house training for their own personnel. The agenda for this training covers the basics of flagger training and learning and practicing instructor learning techniques for adults. The Flagger Training course is NOT a prerequisite for the Flagging Instructor class. The first morning of the Instructor course is the presentation of the half-day Flagger class.

The training is scheduled in Jacksonville, Southern Pines, High Point and Kings Mountain, in May and June 2009.

For further information and course registration, go to our website at http://www.itre.ncsu.edu/LTAP/education/selection.asp#.

You may also contact Bill Woods at bill_woods@ncsu.edu or 919-515-8033.

We can also provide on-site training for your personnel. Attached is information on our work zone safety and flagger training courses.

If you have any questions or comments about worker safety and work zone traffic control, contact Tim Baughman at (919) 515-8654 or tbb@unity.ncsu.edu

Are Your Flaggers Qualified? Unfortunately, we have all observed flaggers such as the person in the picture above and wondered, “Where is his supervisor?” We look back on what we did as a flagger and thought, “How could I have been so foolish?” People that have never flagged traffic do not understand the danger and difficulty involved. Most of us have look at a flagger and thought, “Oh, anyone can do that!” There are, however, many who take the flagger’s job seriously. They understand the safety of the traveling public and the roadway workers is in hands of the flaggers. They also understand that the flagger’s actions and appearance reflect on the transportation industry. A flagger must have a good attitude, know proper flagging protocol, and be in good physical condition. Because there are some who do not know or do not care, the No [ ... ]

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Conference Banners for Sale!

Jun 19, 2007

Banners from the NCAPWA 50th Annual State Conference last week in Winston-Salem can be yours for only $40. There are only 13 left, so contact Malcolm Lewis at MALCOLML@cityofws.org today! [ ... ]

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American Red Cross Bl0od Drive June 13, 2007

May 11, 2007

The NC APWA in cooperation with the American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Wednesday, June 13, 2007 from 12:00-4:30PM at the Marriott. For more information or to make an appointment contact: Malcolm Lewis 336-747-7311 malcolml@cityofws.org [ ... ]

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Celebrate National Public Works Week May 20-26!

May 3, 2007

During the week of May 20 through May 26, cities and towns across North Carolina and the nation will be celebrating their public works employees and learning more about how their investment in local public works serves their community and improves their quality of life. Citizens will have the opportunity to see first hand how public works touches their lives in many ways that they may never have thought of. From the water they drink to the streets and bridges they travel on, from the parks they play in to the public facilities they visit; from solid waste collection and disposal to recycling collection and re-use; from sanitary sewers to storm water collection; and from maintaining equipment used by public works, police, and fire to the delivery of engineering design and construction services. Citizens will also learn that the backbone of these services, the high quality and timeliness of their delivery, and their sensitivity to public needs is the public works professional. They will find out that we come in all shapes and sizes, we live next door and down the block, we see them in church and at PTA meetings, and like them, we have a never ending desire to serve our community and its environment, to preserve it, and make it better than we found it for our children and for future generations. From shopping centers to town halls, from schools to uptown streets, public works equipment and services will be on display and proudly shown and explained by dedicated public works employees who love what they do and the professional standards they uphold. Back on the yards, in ready-rooms, and in public forums, public works employees will be recognized in front of elected officials for the dedicated work they perform and the quality of what the citizens receive as a result of their coordinated efforts. From breakfasts to cookouts, from educational sessions to just saying "thank you", we will recognize those who our citizens and other community service providers depend on so much 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. See the letter from Governor Michael Easley that recognizes National Public Works Week in North Carolina! Sincerely, Ed Sizer, Chair NCAPWA 2007 National Public Works Week **NC communities: Please take a few minutes to document your community's activities in celebration of National Public Works Week 2007. A short descriptive paragraph, a list of activities and pictures of your events would be great for display at our upcoming annual meeting in Winston-Salem. Send your description to cclemens@ci.charlotte.nc.us.
URL: http://www.apwa.net/SuperPush/index.asp?ID=73During the week of May 20 through May 26, cities and towns across North Carolina and the nation will be celebrating their public works employees and learning more about how their investment in local public works serves their community and improves their quality of life. Citizens will have the opportunity to see first hand how public works touches their lives in many ways that they may never have thought of. From the water they drink to the streets and bridges they travel on, from the parks they play in to the public facilities they visit; from solid waste collection and disposal to recycling collection and re-use; from sanitary sewers to storm water collection; and from maintaining equipment used by public works, police, and fire to the delivery of engineering design and construction services. Citizens will also learn that the backbone of these services, the high quality and timeli [ ... ]

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Public Works Employee Scholarship Applications Due April 27

Mar 28, 2007

Employees in the public works field are invited to apply for an amount up to $1,500 of a reimbursable scholarship to be awarded by the North Carolina Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA). You are eligible to apply for the scholarship if you are employed by a county, municipality or agency that is a member of the NC Chapter of APWA, and if you are not eligible for reimbursement from another source. You must obtain a minimum of a "B" grade average, and take the class in the year 2006-2007 in order to be reimbursed. The scholarship can cover the cost of books, tuition, and other related fees not paid by your employers. You can obtain a scholarship application form below, by calling Joanne Bunch or Brenan Buckley at CDM at 919-787-5620 or by e-mailing bunchjw@cdm.com. The application form should address: A brief employment history; A description of the s [ ... ]

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Careers in Public Works Expo 2007, March 29 in Charlotte

Mar 27, 2007

On Thursday, March 29, 2007, approximately 350 8th grade students will be attending the Careers in Public Works Expo 2007 being held 9:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m. at the City of Charlotte’s Street Maintenance Division, 4411 Northpointe Industrial Blvd. The expo will introduce students to the role of public works in our community and give them an opportunity to learn about careers in public works. The event will include exhibitor demonstrations that showcase various city careers and departments such as Engineering, Solid Waste, Storm Water, Utilities, Street Maintenance, Transportation, Landscaping and Building Maintenance. The City of Charlotte, City of Gastonia, and private industry teamed up to produce the Careers in Public Works Expo 2007. The Expo is sponsored by the North Carolina Public Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America and the North Carolina American Water W [ ... ]

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Call for Nominations

Jan 22, 2007

If you wish to be a part of the APWA national leadership team and have a positive effect on your profession, contact your chapter president to let him/her know you have an interest in serving at the national level. You may self-nominate or nominate someone else by going to Members Only at http://www.apwa.net/membersonly Background information on positions that are available can be found there as well. A biographical statement must be completed and is available on line or in hard copy from Kaye Sullivan at 816/595-5233 or at ksullivan@apwa.net. The deadline to submit names for consideration for appointment is March 1, 2007. URL: http://www.apwa.net/SuperPush/index.asp?ID=53 [ ... ]

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