NEWS/EVENTS

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The Importance of Mentoring: Future Cities

By: Maria Fernandez-Porrata Diversity Committee

Marlin Engineering, Inc., Miami, Florida

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2010 National Public Works Congress & Exposition

August 15-18, 2010

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History of APWA FL Chapter 1960 - 1989

A history of the American Public Works Association Florida Chapter is now available for viewing. The document(s) can be accessed through the attachment:

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History of FL Chapter 1960-1989

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Read the APWA Reporter On-line

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Know What's Below

CALL before you dig

811

Who is required to notify Sunshine State One Call?

-Anyone who intends to excavate (disturb the surface of the earth) in Florida, unless a specific exemption listed in s. 556.108, F.S., applies

For more information and free Training Classes:

Sergio Clavijo (305) 861-1873
South Florida Damage Prevention Liaison

sergio.clavijo@mail.callsunshine.com

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Water Restrictions

Effective September 19, 2008

In response to improved regional water resource conditions, the Governing Board of the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) today modified emergency water restrictions to provide agricultural, commercial and recreational facilities more flexibility for water use. Two-day-a-week residential landscape restrictions remain in place.

• Odd street addresses may irrigate lawns and landscapes on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 12 a.m. to 10 a.m. and/or 4 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  
  

• Even street addresses may irrigate lawns and landscapes on Thursdays and Sundays from 12 a.m. to 10 a.m. and/or 4 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  

Year-Round Landscape Rules Development – web site

Water Conservation Tips – web site

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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2010 South Florida Scheduled Lunch Meeting:

Date:November, 2010

Place: City of Miami Gardens

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Contact Information:

APWA-S. Florida Branch
Mailing Address:
16241 S.W. 288 Street
Homestead, FL 33033

Phone: 305.460.5039
Fax: 305.460.5082
Email: dcbrown@coralgables.com