Tag: public_works
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Arlington County's Environmental Services Department Achieves National Accreditation
Arlington County's Department of Environmental Services (DES) earned American Public Works Association accreditation after a seven-year process. This validates DES's commitment to best practices in public works, ensuring high-quality services for the community.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnvironmentTransportation Arlington CountyDepartment of Environmental ServicesAmerican Public Works AssociationAccreditationPublic WorksInfrastructureBest PracticesArlington County GovernmentReston
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Senate Recognizes Public Works, Older Americans, and Proposes Whistleblower Protections
The U.S. Senate recently recognized "National Public Works Week" and "Older Americans Month" for May 2026. Additionally, a new bill, S.4631, was introduced to enhance protections for whistleblowers, including contractors, against federal employee retaliation.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressLegalEmployment and Labor U.S. SenateNational Public Works WeekOlder Americans MonthWhistleblower ProtectionLegislationPublic WorksGovernmentU.S. Library of Congress
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Los Angeles to Launch First Capital Infrastructure Program
Mayor Karen Bass and City Council will unveil Los Angeles's first Capital Infrastructure Program on May 4. This initiative aims to address decades of underfunding for critical city infrastructure like roads, parks, and public buildings.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyTransportation Mayor Karen BassLos AngelesCapital Infrastructure ProgramInfrastructureCity CouncilFundingPublic Works