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6 Chattanooga’s South Chickamauga Creek 2016 CONFERENCE TECHNICAL SESSION
Transformation
20 Resources Hidden in Plain Sight
South Chickamauga Creek’s transformation over the last 20 years and
its connection to the Riverwalk provides the surrounding community Streets are a valuable asset that set the stage for a holistic
an enhanced experience that encourages recreation for all ages. environment that can attract individuals and companies alike.
8 From Tanks to Treasures 2016 CONFERENCE TECHNICAL SESSION
One common detriment is from former businesses that required use 22 Ross’s Landing: 21st Century Waterfront
of underground storage petroleum tanks. However, the nostalgia of Repair Design and Construction
the downtown and what it has to offer is now being realized again.
HDR addressed past construction issues that resulted in a stunning
10 TACIR Addresses Public Infrastructure revitalized feature along Chattanooga’s vibrant downtown waterfront
with the underlying structural integrity to last for decades.
The Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations
recently published its annual report on infrastructure improvements 24 TCAPWA Events & Highlights
needed over the five-year period of 2014-2019. Total: $41.5 billion. • TCAPWA Well Represented at PWX in Minneapolis
• West Branch Meets in Memphis
13 Emerging Leaders Academy Experience • Lower East Branch Meets in Chattanooga
The American Public Works Association Emerging Leaders Academy 28 Dean Harrison Celebrates 50 Years at
is a yearlong intensive leadership program designed for Public Works Barge, Waggoner, Sumner and Cannon
professionals who have shown an interest in advancing their careers.
Harrison was recognized earlier this year at the firm’s Annual
14 Tennessee: Becoming a Model in Resiliency Stockholders’ Meeting and Employee Banquet for five decades of
exceptional service to his work, coworkers, and clients.
Tennessee is bringing together the agencies, resources, and interests
to better protect its citizens from future natural disasters, while 29 Contributors to this Issue
improving conditions for many of the most vulnerable areas today.
30 Local Government Buyers’ Guide
2016 CONFERENCE TECHNICAL SESSION
18 Chattanooga Public Works Department
Earns APWA Accreditation
The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works has become
the first in the State of Tennessee to be recognized by the American
Public Works Association as an Accredited Public Works agency.
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19 Integrating HR Concepts to Improve
Your Public Works Team
Traditional human resource management concepts can easily be
integrated into your Public Works management approach to ensure
that you never lose sight of the big picture.
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