Winter 2018

Volume 19, Issue 1

APWA ColoradoAnnual Chapter ConferenceThe APWA Colorado Chapter held its 4th

Annual Conference with the theme ‘Per-formance Matters’ and it was extremely successful. Over 200 people attended the conference with many first time attendees joining us. Thanks to so many that came to-gether to make this happen including a fan-tastic committee, great speakers, wonderful sponsors, and you, the attendees. This event was held Monday, October 23rd and Tuesday, October 24th, 2017 at the Arvada Center and featured two full days of learning, network-ing, and entertainment. Our Keynote Speak-er was Ruby Newell-Legner, who provided an inspirational presentation outlining her 7 Star Service program. Ruby provided an overview of the successful service program with clients from around the world and how we can implement exceptional service in every aspect of our organizations. The con-ference featured general sessions as well as breakouts including updates from CDOT, RTD, and E-470, current programs on mobil-ity and public outreach, and an overview of the Denver Peak Academy. The conference provided insights on how we can emphasize performance on multiple levels for a variety of topics, and provided a good mix of project and administrative presentations.

The networking reception Monday eve-ning featured magician Shawn Preston who amazed us with his interactive illusions and quick wit as he performed his tricks while mingling with the group.

This is the fourth year since we merged the Annual Awards Banquet with the Annu-al Chapter Conference which has allowed us to better position our chapter to pursue national recognition of our people and ac-complishments with the National deadlines for applications. It has also created better opportunities to network and understand how we are making a difference around the State. Please see the separate article on the Awards Luncheon on page 5.

We are in the process of preparing for the 5th Annual Conference. The theme is ‘The New Age of Public Works’ and will be held on Mon-day, October 29th and Tuesday, October 30th, 2018 at the Arvada Center. We will be releas-ing a Call for Papers in the next few weeks to develop our roster of presentations. Watch your inbox for conference announcements and sponsorship opportunities.

Our entertainment director is working on plans for another great networking reception after the last session on Monday afternoon.

We always welcome new additions to our committee. If you are interested in being on the committee, please contact Chuck Weiss at cweiss@e-470.com or by phone at 303. 537.3420.

Chuck WeissAnnual Chapter Conference Chair

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Inside this issue

Annual Chapter Conference President’s MessageAnnual Awards ProgramProject of the YearKorbitz AwardPWI 4 Class2018 Calendar of Events2018 Chapter BoardCall for PresentationsChapter Golf Tournament2018 Chapter ConferenceGunnison County Award2018 Spring Street ConferenceWest Slope Branch Update Young Professionals UpdateYP Membership OfferChapter Past PresidentsCommunity Service ProjectCAPA-APWA NCAT ScholarshipsAwards PresentationsNews & Announcements

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Message from the President

Happy 2018! In this new year, turn to Colorado APWA as your prime resource for Public Works related knowledge. I look forward to leading the Chapter Board throughout this upcoming year.

I am excited about joining the Chapter Board, some of our Past Presidents, Committee Chairs, Young Professionals (YP) and Public Works Institute (PWI) graduates to launch our Chapter’s next Strategic Plan. This plan will be rooted by the mission statement adopted for all APWA chapters in the United States and Canada which states:“Support those who operate, improve and maintain public works and infrastructure though advocacy, education & member engagement”.

This plan builds upon our Chapter’s rich history, recent successful events, and our passionate members and will set the framework and vision for learning, service and professional networking. Watch your emails for ways to provide your personal input and receive updates on our progress.

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and colleagues to the 2018 Colorado Chapter events. Many of these events provide certifications, continuing education units (CEU) and learning opportunities necessary to build your career. The particulars of each event can be found on our website. Past newsletters are also a great refer-ence.

In February, join us in the Denver Metro area for the Construction Inspection Conference. In April, plan to attend the Spring Street Conference in Grand Junction where you can participate in the State Backhoe Competition and conference golf tournament. Thanks to Wanda DeVargas and Renee Railsback and Steve Glammeyer and their committees for organizing these fantastic events!

We are excited to announce that our 2018 Public Works Institute (PWI) sessions have begun. PWI is a regional program that educates and elevates public works employees, helping them achieve their management and lead-ership potential through interactive classes taught by experienced public works officials. Look for information and applications for PWI 2019 in April. Way to go Laura Kroeger, Pam Weimer and the PWI committee for creat-ing and delivering this awesome opportunity.

Remember your membership connects you with all the resources such as Click, Listen and Learns available on the APWA website. Be sure to explore the website and find what you need to connect and excel.

I’d like to close with a BIG THANK YOU to Greg Hall for leading the Chapter this past year. He and the board set the course for us to build upon this year. We are well positioned with the new Chapter board, the West Slope Branch board, our many committee chairs and members. With the dedication and passion of these very special people, our partner organizations, sponsors and vendors we will totally rock it in 2018! Join us!

Lesley Thomas, City & County of Denver

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2017 Annual Chapter Conference & Awards Luncheon

Conference Photos Courtesy of Molly Trujillo, Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority 3

Happy Hour attendees were entertained by magician and mentalist Shawn Preston

The Colorado Chapter was pleased to honor this year’s project, program

and individual awards at the luncheon on Monday

2017 Annual Chapter Conference & Awards Luncheon

2017 APWA Colorado Awards LuncheonThe American Public Works Association Colorado Chapter Awards Program was established in 1985 to recognize out-standing programs, projects, and individuals representing the best in the public works profession.

The awards program and luncheon became part of the Col-orado Annual Chapter Conference in 2014. This year the luncheon was held on Monday, October 23rd at the Arvada Center.

The awards committee was made up of APWA members, Michelle Stevens, Greg Hall and Lesley Thomas who had the tough task of selecting the awarded projects this year. Nomi-nations were submitted and judged using established criteria:• Innovation: Has the individual, program, or project found new methods to provide better service to the public or to in-ternal customers?• Achievement: Did the completed project or program achieve all set goals? Were the desired results achieved and were they consistent?

• Transferable: Is the resulting improvement and innovation transferable to other communities and situations?• Cooperation: Was there special cooperation between indi-viduals, agencies, citizens, businesses and the general public?

The Chapter was also pleased to honor several Colorado re-cipients of certifications and scholarships as well as the fourth graduating class of the Rocky Mountain Public Works Insti-tute.

The awards luncheon and ceremony was attended by over 380 people who came to celebrate these outstanding pro-grams, projects and individuals. The Colorado Chapter would like to thank all the communities who submitted nominations and the outstanding public works professionals who work tirelessly to plan, build, maintain, and improve our commu-nities.

APWA Colorado Past Presidents

One of the highlights of the Awards Luncheon each year is that the Chapter invites all of the Past Presidents to attend. This year we had 12 in attendance:• G.J. Weiss (1969) • Larry Schneider (1991)• Ted Borstad (1992)• Dan Hartman (2004)• Bryan Weimer (2005)• Dave Frazier (2007)

• Suzanne Moore (2008)• Abel Moreno (2009)• Keith Reester (2011)• Dave Zelenok (2012)• Steve Glammeyer (2013)• Michelle Stevens (2016)

APWA CERTIFICATION RECIPIENTS David S. Adams, CPII, City & County of DenverJay Jensma, CPII, Town of Castle Rock Lanae Raymond, Recertified CSM, SEMSWA

APWA Certifications

Achieving an APWA national certification is no easy accom-plishment, so we wish to honor individuals who accomplish this goal. The purpose of certification is to recognize the achievements of an individual in a particular profession. APWA currently offers Certification Programs for Certified Public Fleet Professional (CPFP), Certified Public Infrastruc-ture Inspector (CPII) and Certified Stormwater Manager (CSM).

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2017 APWA Colorado AwardsProjects & Programs

Administration

Administration Large Community: Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority Stormwater Utility Billing Using GIS & Energov Land Management Medium Community: South Adams County Water & Sanitation District Meter Retrofil and Collector Site Installation Project Small Community: City of Aspen Castle Creek Bridge and Hallam Street Improvements Living Lab Experiment

Disaster or Emergency Construction Large Community: El Paso County Tanager Way Channel Bank Stabilization

Environment Large Community: Denver Water Antero Dam Rehabilitation Project, Phase III Medium Community: City of Brighton Ken Mitchell Lakes Cell I Inflow and Outflow Spillways Project Small Community: City of Louisville Lafayette-Louisville Boundary Area Drainage Improvements

Parks and Trails Large Community: Boulder County LOBO IBM Connector Trail Small Community: Town of Vail Vail Skatepark

Structures Large Community: City & County of Denver McNichols Civic Center Building Renovation Small Community: Town of Estes Park Estes Park Transit Facility Parking Structure

Sustainability Large Community: Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority WQ Landscaping Demonstration Site

Transportation Large Community: Jefferson County Wadsworth-Waterton Intersection Improvements Medium Community: Town of Castle Rock Plum Creek Parkway Intersection Improvements Small Community: Town of Snowmass Village Brush Creek & Wood Road Roundabout Safety Improvement

SEMSWA

City of Aspen

Medium CommunitySouth Adams County Water & Sanitation District

2017 APWA Colorado Awards

Disaster or EmergencyConstruction and Repair

Environment

Parks and Trails

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El Paso County

Denver Water

City of Brighton

City of Louisville

Boulder County

Town of Vail

2017 APWA Colorado Awards

Structures

Sustainability

Transportation

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City & County of Denver

Town of Estes Park

SEMSWA

Jefferson County

Town of Castle Rock

Town of Snowmass Village

2017 APWA Colorado Awards

Professional Manager of the YearAdministrative Management

Large Community Small Community

Drainage & Flood Control

Large Community

Fleet Maintenance

Small Community

Engineer Large Community

Small Community

Water Resources

Small Community 9

Dave SchmitArapahoe County

Charlie TurnbullTown of Vail

Jim KaiserCity of Thornton

Joel TaylorCity of Montrose

Chris ProperCity of Arvada

Jim BlankenshipTown of Lyons

Allen CoriellCity of Montrose

Individuals

2017 APWA Colorado AwardsProject of the Year

Special Thanks to the Colorado Public Works JournalAPWA Colorado Chapter would like to thank the Colorado Public Works Journal for their support of the APWA Colorado Awards Program. Their publication of each year’s nominations allows the Chapter to recognize all the extraordinary nominations.

The Chapter wishes to thank CPWJ for their work with the Chapter throughout the year! Awards Photos Courtesy of Colorado Public Works Journal

Westminster Station is advantageously located near US 36 and Federal Boulevard – two major regional corridors in the Denver metropolitan area – and, as of July 25th last year, is home to a Denver Regional Transporta-tion District (RTD) commuter rail station. The City has worked diligently with their partners for over a decade to ensure the rail station, and its in-frastructure, support the revitalization of the surrounding neighborhood. Multiple projects at the site have played a role in activating the station area, including building the station platform, a 24’ by 14’ pedestrian under-pass, a parking garage, Westminster Station Drive, an amphitheater-style plaza north of the platform, a regional park, and a drainage system along Little Dry Creek. Westminster Station is the foundation of the transit-ori-ented development (TOD) area.

The City’s vision has set Westminster Station apart, and has spurred invest-ment and energy into a part of Westminster that has already started its re-birth. The station and the surrounding area are envisioned as a key neigh-borhood asset within Westminster. The station design focused on creating an amenity and setting the stage for future development, a safe and attrac-tive transit environment for patrons, and key connections to new develop-ment, transit and open space.

City of WestminsterWestminster Station

2017 William E. Korbitz Award

Steve Glammeyer

The William E. Korbitz Award is awarded annually to the individual who displays the character, integrity and leadership of Mr. Korbitz, the first President of the Colorado Chapter of APWA. The first award was given in 1995. The following evaluation criteri-on is used for evaluating the recipient.

• General Accomplishments during his/her career• Leadership characteristics that have positively impacted their agency, department, staff and community• Contributions to the APWA Colorado Chapter• Other contributions to the American Public Works Association• Community involvement that has impacted and influenced the community• Additional involvement and contributions not stated previously

Steve currently works for the City of Fort Morgan as Public Works Director, hired in July 2017. Responsibilities in-clude managing the municipal airport, streets department, building department, planning and zoning, engineering, refuse collection, fleet and facilities. Prior to that, he worked for the City of Delta for a total of 22 years, leaving in July of 2017. He started the Delta career as an entry level, part time computer draftsman in November of 1989 and became full time a year later when he was promoted to Engineering Technician. He decided to leave the City in August of 1993 to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University graduating in 1997. He then returned to work for the City of Delta as a staff engineer. Two years later he was promoted to Public Works Director. Steve earned a Colorado professional engineering license in June of 2001 and was promoted to Assistant City Manager in 2005. While serving as Assistant City Manager, he served two stints as Interim City Manager. After deciding City Manager level management was not the right fit, he moved to Assistant Utilities Director in 2010 and became the Utilities Director a year later overseeing four utilities; water, sewer, refuse, and electric systems. Those departments were consolidated in 2014 and Steve assumed the duties of Public Works Director overseeing all City Engineering, streets, storm water, fleet and facilities, and all major capital improvements.

He currently serves on the board of directors of the Colorado Association for Roadway MAintenance (CARMA) and serves as liaison to the West Slope Branch of the APWA Colorado Chapter for the Spring Street Conference as Con-ference Chair. He previously served the Colorado Chapter as a Director, Vice President and President in 2013 and Past President and was recently elected as a Chapter Board Director once again. Steve also served on the West Slope Branch board for several years as Director, Secretary, Vice Chair, Chair and Past Chair.

Steve has been married to Kim for 22 years. No kids, but one wonderful dog, Jackson. He lived in Delta most of his life, moving there as an infant in 1971. Steve was a member of the Delta Kiwanis Club from 1998 until July 2017 hav-ing served as Treasurer, Vice President, President Elect and President and numerous terms on the Board of Direc-tors. He loves spending time with Kim and Jackson, woodworking and is an avid collector of Star Wars memorabilia.

Congratulations Steve!

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2017Public Works Institute Class

As the Colorado Chapter embarks on a new strategic planning effort in 2018, it is a good time to reflect and celebrate the work accomplished with the previous plans. One of the goals of the 2010 Strategic Plan was to es-tablish a Public Works Institute (PWI) in the Colorado region. Specifically, the intent of the Colorado Chapter to support a PWI was to reinvigorate its membership and gain new members (front-line workers as well as manage-ment) by focusing on member diver-sity, looking at recruitment, offering relevant programs and adding new volunteers.

To date we have had over 110 gradu-ates of the Rocky Mountain PWI, we have a strong group of volunteers in the steering committee (Dan Hart-man, Renee Railsback, Keith Reester and Bryan Weimer) as well as a won-derful group of instructors.

The 2017 PWI Class 4 was an outstanding class full of curiosity and light-hearted fun. The class actively partic-ipated in the eleven core competencies taught within the PWI curriculum. • Supervisory techniques and skills • Fundamentals of government • Basic management skills • Finance • Communication skills • Resource management skills • Leadership skills • Public works operations • Community service/customer orientation skills • Creating the future• Legal understanding

Class 4 held true the vision and mission of PWI. We enjoyed hearing updates and supporting each other from the bridge replacement in Glenwood Springs, to people taking on new positions to taking trips around the world to bring home new family members. It was a pleasure to see the growth in individuals who had a fear of public speaking to then become very accomplished presenters. Congratulations to Rocky Mountain PWI Class 4!

Vision StatementHave public works leaders at all levels of the organization who motivate and create a positive work environment, which enables the agencies to fully serve the community

Mission StatementTo elevate public works professional-ism by providing a regional low-cost education program to develop and strengthen supervisory, management and leadership skills, through inter-active classes taught by experienced public works officials. Casey Ballard, City of Brighton

Brad Bettale, City of WestminsterCaitlyn Cahill, Arapahoe CountyMelissa Crocker, City of GoldenJoseph Dolance, City of GoldenKelly Duffy, City & County of DenverJoel Fisher, City of LittletonJeremy Hanak, City of Greenwood VillageJoe Histed, Town of AvonEric Lee, Town of Castle RockShaun Leeking, Town of Snowmass VillageDoug Legg, City & County of Denver

Curtis Lupton, Gunnison CountyRay Martin, Jr., City of LittletonScott Mattice, Pitkin CountyChad Mills, City of GoldenAaron Monks, Town of Castle RockTim Parker, City of GoldenTerri Partch, City of Glenwood SpringsGuy Pineau, City of WestminsterMick Schloesser, El Paso CountyKim Soulliere, City of GoldenIrene Valenzuela, Arapahoe County

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2018 Calendar of EventsFebruary 1 & 2 Construction Inspection Conference CU Denver South, 10035 S. Peoria Street, Parker, Colorado 80134April 17 Spring Street Conference Golf Tournament Tiara Rado Golf Course, 2057 S. Broadway, Grand Junction, Colorado 81507April 18-20 Spring Street Conference Clarion Inn, 755 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction, Colorado 81506April 20 State Backhoe Competition Clarion Inn, 755 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction, Colorado 81506May 20-26 Public Works WeekJune 22 Chapter Golf Tournament Lone Tree Golf Course, 9808 Sunningdale Blvd., Lone Tree, Colorado 80124August 26-29 APWA PWX, Kansas CityAugust 28 Region IX/Chapter Dinner, Kansas City (Location TBD)September 26-28 Western Snow & Ice Conference & National Snow Roadeo Embassy Suites, 4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland, Colorado 80538October 29 & 30 APWA Colorado Annual Chapter Conference Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard, Arvada, Colorado 80003October 29 APWA Colorado Annual Awards Luncheon Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard, Arvada, Colorado 80003October CARMA Winter Workshop (Date & Location TBD)

2018 APWA Colorado Chapter BoardElections for the Colorado Chapter Board and West Slope Branch were held in November 2017. The Chapter would like to introduce you to this year’s Board and welcome our new officers and directors.

OfficersPresident: Lesley Thomas, City & County of DenverPresident Elect: James Phelps, Town of BreckenridgeSecretary: Renee Railsback, Colorado LTAPTreasurer: Kimberly Dall, City of BrightonPast President: Greg Hall, Town of VailChapter Delegate: Pete AdlerAlternate Chapter Delegate: Laura Kroeger, UDFCD

Chapter DirectorsDavid Bennetts, UDFCDSteve Glammeyer, City of Fort MorganJay Goldie, City of Cherry Hills VillageBob Manwaring, City of ArvadaMichael Martin, Merrick & CompanyDave Schmit, Arapahoe CountyMelissa Jucha, FHWA, Emerging Professional DirectorWest Slope Branch

Chair: Paul Ruud, Town of TellurideVice-Chair: Scott Mattice, Pitkin CountySecretary: Jim HathewayTreasurer: Sean McCormick, Gunnison CountyPast Chair: John Baker, Town of Snowmass VillageAt-Large Director: Susie Hervert, Town of Vail

West Slope Branch DirectorsSusie Hervert, Town of VailMark Johnston, Town of BreckenridgeJoe Lucero, Gunnison CountyChris Spears, City of Grand Junction

2018Annual Chapter

Conference

ArvadaCenter

CALL FOR CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS The Colorado Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) is requesting abstracts for presentation at the 5th Annual Chapter Confer-ence to be held October 29 & 30, 2018. Presentations are typically 50 minutes in length, although there are opportunities for shorter presentations or workshops. You are invited to speak and share your public works experiences.

The theme for the 2018 Conference is THE NEW AGE OF PUBLIC WORKS Unlike the “New Age” spiritual movement which draws from esoteric, mysterious and obscure traditions from the past, the “New Age” of Public Works is a more forward looking movement. THE NEW AGE OF PUBLIC WORKS is characterized by alternative approaches to age old problems in a holistic and environmentally sound manner. In THE NEW AGE OF PUBLIC WORKS we must view all infrastructure projects as interconnected, mutually dependent systems. For Public Works to be successful in this “New Age”, planning for the future is vital. To effectively plan for the future we need to be mindful of both the small and big picture issues. We would invite you to submit your proposals that highlight THE NEW AGE OF PUBLIC WORKS through your experiences; sharing new and exciting projects, processes and practices that showcase this all-inclusive modern movement.

For detailed information on how to submit, please visit the Colorado Chapter website http://colorado.apwa.net/. Submissions deadline is April 16, 2018. For questions, contact speaker coordinator Andrew Pihaly at apihaly@c3gov.com.

Friday, June 22, 2018

Lone Tree Golf Course

Information and Registration available this spring

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

For more information contact Dave Schmit

dschmit@arapahoegov.com

APWA Colorado Annual Chapter Conference

The New Age of Public Works

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October 29 & 30, 2018

Local Colorado County WinsNational Innovation Award

In Colorado, creating a culture of innovation lands the Gunnison County Public Works Department in the top spot for the national Build a Better Mousetrap Award sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration’s Office of Innovative Program Delivery - Center for Local Aid Support. With an increase in guardrails throughout the county, the crews in Gunnison County found themselves spending more time and money keeping guardrails clean from unwanted material and sand. An accumulated amount of debris underneath and between the spacing of the post and decrease in guardrail height can create safety issues for the traveling public. Traditionally, cleaning efforts to remove the debris required a lot of manpower, resources and time. The Department needed a solution so they began talking to their work crews and other districts in the State for ideas. Martin Schmidt, a foreman, with Gunnison County says, “We were focusing on areas where we sand heavily in the winter because overloaded trucks were constantly spilling material onto the roadways and guardrails.” After considering several options, the Department crafted the Guardrail Reclaimer, which consisted of a bull blade and a scraper that fits over the forks of a skid steer. With this design, the Guardrail Reclaimer can adjust the blade and scraper to work with guardrails of various heights and post space widths. Martin says, “We built the Guardrail Reclaimer out of non-inventory items and scrap metal in the shop. The guys really love it because it eliminates a lot of sweat labor.” To design, build and implement this new innovative process to clean debris was fairly inexpensive, in total the Department spent $650. The benefits and savings of this innovation consisted of less manpower, equipment and time. The County is now able to clean more guardrails, more often. It also allows for more efficient use of Department resources on other work activities.

The Department recognized the support of upper management really motivates the crew to come up with great ideas that can be tried for imple-mentation. The team appreciates the culture of Gunnison County which is “the way we’ve done it, doesn’t mean it’s the only way to do it.” Gunnison County Public Works Director, Marlene Crosby says she is thrilled about her team placing first for the Build a Better Mousetrap Award! She says her approach to innovation is a nothing ventured, nothing gained approach – “some things will be successful, marginally successful or not so successful.” She encourages all agencies to look past the work of the employees and provide them with the tools and encouragement to come up with solutions to improve the work they do.Resources & Funding Innovation ImplementationThe FHWA’s Center for Local Aid Support (CLAS) provides national leadership in the advancement of innovative technologies and practices within Local, Tribal and Federal Land Management Agency transportation networks. The Center works collaboratively with a diverse mix of partners includ-ing the Local and Tribal Technical Assistance Program (LTAP/TTAP) Centers across the country. Additional information and resources for accelerating innovation are available online at: https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/innovativeprograms/. CLAS holds the national Build a Better Mousetrap Competition annually in an effort to recognize and share the inventive solutions of local agencies with others across the country that may benefit from these innovative concepts. Local government agencies can submit their projects through their state LTAP Center. Projects are evaluated in ONE of the following categories: • Inspection and Data Collection • Maintenance Tools and Methods • Asset Management Techniques • Facilities ImprovementsThe FHWA has several discretionary funding opportunities available to support local innovation implementation. Contact Colorado LTAP (cltap@colorado.edu) or CLAS (CLAS@dot.gov) for more information on how to apply. • State Transportation Innovation Council – Each state receives $100,000 STIC funds annually; award amounts vary depending on projects received; Implementation of innovative technologies, practices, and innovative project delivery methods. • Technology Transfer Deployment Funds – Usually awarded at <$10,000/project; Good for purchasing technology/equipment; innovation training, demonstration showcase, etc. • Accelerated Innovation Deployment Demonstration Program – AID provides incentive funding to offset risk of using an innovation on a project. Award is for full cost of the innovation, up to $1 million. • Advanced Transportation and Congestion Management Technologies Deployment Program – Good for deployment of advanced transpor-tation and congestion management technologies. • Infrastructure for Rebuilding America Grants – Includes an annual 25% set-aside for Rural areas; Good for reconstruction, rehabilitation, acquisition, and safety projects. • Surface Transportation System Funding Alternatives – Good for testing the design and implementation of user-based alternative revenue mechanisms.

This article was submitted by Renée Railsback, Colorado LTAP Director, and edited with permission from FHWA Center for Local Aid Support, https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/innovativeprograms/centers/local_aid. Photos provided by Gunnison County Public Works Department.

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SPRING STREET CONFERENCEApril 18-20, 2018

Clarion Inn755 Horizon Dr ◊ Grand Junction, CO ◊ (970) 243-6790

The West Slope branch of Colorado APWA and the Colorado Association for Roadway MAintenance (CARMA) present the 31st Annual Spring Street Conference. Always an educational and enjoyable event - so plan to join us! Early registration is $100 before April 6th. Registration is $125 after that date. Cancellations must be received by April 13th for a refund. Please register online where you can pay by Check or Credit Card.

ATTENDEES $100 before April 6th

$75 per person includes cartGOLF TOURNAMENTTiara Rado Golf Course

2057 South Broadway ◊ Grand Junction, CO

Tuesday, April 17th

3 Great Ways to Participate: 1. Purchase an Exhibit Space - A 6-ft table/chairs, Thurs lunch for two reps and two 10’x20’outdoor equipment spaces are included. Add’l outdoor spaces $50 each. 2. Sponsor the State Championship Backhoe Competition - Your company’s name/logo will be promoted and prominently displayed. Ask how you can help sponsor this exciting event! 3. Sponsor a Hole at the Golf Tournament - You could sponsor a Hole or prizes for Longest Drive, Closest to Pin, or Longest Putt for $150 each. Prize donations are also accepted (golf balls, tees, putters, etc.)

EXHIBITORS $300 before April 6th

• Liability of Unpaved Road Maintenance• Stormwater/Water Resources Local Issues• Innovations in Asphalt Paving• Public Relations and Public Works• BackflowPrevention

• Lessons Learned from Glenwood Bridge Project• Local Panel: Recycled Asphalt Paving• Guardrail Installation and Maintenance• Load Securement and Rigging• Innovations in Concrete Paving ~ and MORE!

KEYNOTE: Sean Bott, Mentalist/Mind Reader He’ll AMAZE you with his mind reading, telepathy, and predicting the future!

AGENDA TOPICS

CERTIFICATION & COMPETITION: • FlaggerCertification,$20 extra• State Champion Backhoe Competition, $20 extra

OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT DEMOOUTDOOR PAVING DEMO

1st & 2nd Place Winners Sponsored to Compete at National APWA PWX

State Championship Backhoe Competition1st & 2nd Place Winners Sponsored to Compete at National APWA PWX

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West Slope Branch Update

Young Professionals UpdateWhether you are early in your career, are willing to share words of wisdom, or want to help shape the group, the Colorado Chapter Young Professionals (YP) Group has a place for you! We are eagerly planning for this year and are thrilled to say 2018 will bring some fun events to expand your professional network.Tentative 2018 events include:• February: Paint Night• May: Speed Networking • July: 5th Annual Rockies Game • August: Fall Networking Event (Brewery Tour Style)• November: Annual Conference YP Speaker Introductions• TBA: Group tour and presentations

ALL EVENTS WILL BE POSTED ON THE FACEBOOK PAGE!

Contact Melissa Jucha at melissa.jucha@dot.gov if you have any questions or would like to get involved. Please share with others in your office that may be interested in becoming part of this professional organi-zation. Public Works is best shared with others, so come be a part of the group!

Follow us on facebook to stay current with event details!

The fall of 2017 was spectacular, as it usually is in Colorado. The winter of 2017/2018 has begun in a relatively mild fashion, and now, post Winter Solstice, we welcome the lengthening days. Fall is chock full of APWA activities includ-ing PWX in Orlando, Florida, the West Slope Snow & Ice Conference in Gunnison, the Western Snow & Ice Conference & National Snow Roadeo in Loveland, and the Annual Chapter Conference in Arvada. The West Slope Branch was pleased to assist in sending our 2017 Backhoe Competition winners to Orlando for PWX.

The West Slope Branch enjoys tremendous branch membership coupled with an active lead-ership group. The branch is looking to increase diversity in both the general membership group as well as the leadership team, and everyone is encouraged to engage and participate as much as they can. The branch is continuing to develop the Young Professional Program (YP), and anyone interested in assisting in this development should contact the West Slope Board.

The West Slope Branch continues to support the Public Works Institute (PWI) program at-tendees, scholarships for education in a Public Works related field, and a Public Works Intern-ship program. Anyone interested in any of these opportunities should contact a West Slope Board Member.

The West Slope Branch calendar has traditionally been bookended with the Spring Street Conference in Grand Junction and the Western Slope Snow & Ice Conference in Gunnison. The West Slope Board has decided to institute a new summer West Slope Public Works Meet & Greet to improve team building, networking, and comradery, with details and location information coming soon. The West Slope Branch is always looking for new ideas and additional organizational energy, and at this time there is an opening for a West Slope Branch Board Member. Anyone interested in increasing their involvement, share ideas, or just talk about Public Works can contact myself or any West Slope Branch Board Member.

Article and Photo: Paul Ruud, West Slope Chair

Melissa Jucha, YP Chair

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Chapter Past Presidents GatheringPast Presidents met November 30th in Downtown Denver (LoDo) for lunch, conversation and to hear a sta-tus report from DIA’s Director of Real Estate, Kate Iverson on current plans for regional development on the lands surrounding Denver International Airport.E-470, the new Westin Hotel, completion of the RTD light rail A Line from Union Station to DIA and the emerging and impressive Gaylord Convention complex has put a new and exciting emphasis on airport regional area growth and development.Ms. Iverson explained how regional airport area land is planned and developed in harmony and coordina-tion with the City and County of Denver and private interests. “Our goal,” Ms. Iverson said, “is that DEN Real Estate will transform airport land into a series of concentrated developments occupied by a diverse network of businesses where global (and Front Range) commerce will thrive.”“Our conversations are being guided by the DIA Commercial Real Estate Development Plan, “Iverson ex-plained. Specifically defined opportunities are found in the Pena Boulevard Core and the urban edge adjoin-ing surrounding cities and a rural edge to the northeast.

The Chapter Past Presidents and Ms. Iverson reflected on how significant the people, field, technology and science of “public works” is and will continue to guide and impact the development of the DEN airport region.

Ron Hellbusch, Past Presidents Co-Chair

CAPA-APWA NCAT Training ScholarshipsThe Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association (CAPA) created a partnership with the APWA Colorado Chapter to establish a scholarship in 2001 to afford people the opportunity to attend the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) Asphalt Technology training course at Auburn University. Since the inception of this partnership, 115 people have been awarded scholarships and attended the course. In 2018, eight have been selected to be attendees at the NCAT Technology Course in February 2018. The persons traveling to Auburn, Alabama February 26- March 2, 2018 are Justin Cupich (Kumar and Associates), Dan DiCenso (AECOM), Tom Gill (Town of Parker), Beau Radovich (Cesare, Inc.), Todd Rullo (City of Thornton), Jacob Silverman (Earth Engineering Consultants), Nicolas Stoker (City of Cortez) and Randy Walrath (City of Greeley). Congratulations!Not only does our partnership with the Colorado Chapter of the APWA work to send people to the technology course, but we partner in other educational opportunities. CAPA and the Rocky Mountain Asphalt Education Center (RMAEC) hold webinars many times each year and each of those is open to ALL APWA members at no cost simply by registering and logging into the scheduled sessions. Many of the sessions have been recorded and are available on the CAPA website for on demand playback. In 2018 we have 12 webinars scheduled and will add more as needed.The Colorado Chapter and the RMAEC partner during the APWA Inspector Conference to offer Inspector Certification for chapter members at a reduced rate. This session is typically held one day before the APWA Construction Inspection Conference. CAPA typically holds one or more technology forums each year highlighting one of the most talked about asphalt related subjects affecting agencies and industry. These are either in the spring or fall as the construction season is beginning or ending. CAPA also typically presents at the APWA-CARMA Spring Street Conference in Grand Junction presenting on one of the current issues with road maintenance. We partner with APWA members on open houses and product showcases. To raise funds, CAPA holds a golf tournament each year. In 2018 the tournament will be on Friday, September 14, at Fox Hollow Golf Course in Lakewood. If you are interested in being considered for the 2019 trip to Auburn, look for the announcement on the CAPA website later this spring. Tom Clayton, CAPA, Director of Training & Member Services

Chapter Community Service ProjectThe Colorado Chapter held a community service project in conjunction with the 2017 Annual Chap-ter Conference. We were pleased to offer conference attendees an opportunity to give back to the community that hosted us. We held a food drive benefitting the Arvada Community Food Bank. The Chapter collected several boxes of food totaling 102 pounds that were donated to the organization.The Chapter would like to thank everyone who contributed and helped to make this project such a success!

Annual Chapter Conference Chair Chuck Weiss drops off the donations at the Arvada Community Food Bank.

2017 APWA Colorado AwardsPresentations at Local Agencies

Each year the Colorado Chapter Board offers the awarded agenciesand individuals the opportunity to have their award presented to them by a Board

member at a city/town council, county commissioner or board meeting.

Christine Proper was recognized as Professional

Manager of the Year-En-gineer, Large Community. Pete Adler presented the

award at the Arvada cere-mony recognizing Chris.

Chapter Delegate Pete Adler presented the award

to the City of Brighton for the Ken Mitchell Lakes

Cell 1 Inflow and Outflow Spillways Project.

Board Director Dave Schmit presented the award to Robert Goebel and the Town of Castle Rock for the Plum Creek Parkway Intersection Improvements Project.

Dave Schmit was recognized as Professional Manager of the Year-Administrative Management, Large Community. John Sheldon presented the award.

Photo courtesy of Kristen Chernosky, City of Brighton

Photo courtesy of Karen Carter, Town of Castle Rock

Photo courtesy of Sandra McDonald, City of Arvada

Photo courtesy of Caitlin Wilson, Arapahoe County

Board Director Bob Manwaring present-ed the award to Jefferson County for the Wadsworth-Waterton Intersection Improvements Project.

Photo courtesy of Bailey Becker, Jefferson County

News & Announcements

2018 APWA National Awards ProgramNominations are being accepted for the 2018 National Awards Program. There are several categories including Top 10 Public Works Leaders, Public Works Project of the Year, Small Cities/Rural Communities Project of the Year and many other categories. For more information, criteria and how to submit, please go to http://www.apwa.net/awards.APWA National Awards deadline is Thursday, March 1, 2018.A Helpful Hints and Tips for Award Nominations has been created and posted on National’s website for your assistance with fre-quently asked questions received in the past. Should you have any questions please contact Rhonda Wilhite at rwilhite@apwa.net.

APWA National NewsMyAPWAHave you checked out all you can do on MyAPWA? When you sign in on the National APWA website, and click on “MYAPWA HOME”, you are able to access and update your profile information, use APWA Connect which includes InfoNow and other networking com-munities and update settings for your account including changing your password. Check it out!

Upcoming EventsPublic Works WeekSince 1960, APWA has sponsored National Public Works Week. This annual observance, which takes place May 20-26, 2018 is designed to educate communities and their leaders on the importance of our nation’s public infrastructure and public works services. APWA encourages public works agencies and professionals to take the opportunity to make their stories known in their communities. The National Public Works Week How-To Guide is one of several resources APWA makes available to agencies to assist them in the development and implementation of their own individual celebrations. The Guide is available on http://apwa.net. If you have a Public Works Week story that you would like to share with the APWA Colorado Chapter, please send it to Pamela Weimer, Chapter Administrator, so we can recognize it in future newsletters.

AnnouncementsAPWA Colorado Chapter CommitteesWould you like to be more involved with APWA and the Colorado Chapter? Please let us know if you are interested in serving on or chairing a committee or if you have an idea for an event. Contact Pamela Weimer, Chapter Administrator at bdweimer@msn.com.

The PractitionerDo you have information on an emerging topic of interest, project, or news that would be of interest to our members? All members are welcome to contribute to future newsletters. The Practitioner is published quarterly. The submissions deadline for the next newsletter is April 13, 2018.

Partnering OpportunitiesAre you a member of a similar professional organization to APWA? The Colorado Chapter is interested in partnering or co-sponsoring educational or training opportunities. Please contact a Chapter Board member or Pamela Weimer, Chapter Administrator, on how we can work together to assist our members.

Job PostingsDoes your agency have a job opening? The Colorado Chapter website can help you with getting the word out! We list public works employment opportunities on our Chapter website under Resources/Employment: http://colorado.apwa.net/ For more informa-tion, contact Pamela Weimer, Chapter Administrator at bdweimer@msn.com.

News & AnnouncementsMembership

New MembersColorado APWA would like to welcome the following new members who have joined in the last quarter.

Jon Asbury, Honnen Equipment CompanyJohn Eklund, City of Grand JunctionBret Guillory, J-U-B Engineers Inc.Jeff Johnston, City of Fort CollinsMatt Murphy, Honnen Equipment CompanyLaura Page, Mesa County EngineeringDoug Plott, SealMaster Denver

Jennifer Pullen, Town of BreckenridgeRalph Shearer, City of DeltaMichael Shill, City of Colorado SpringsBrad Trujillo, Town of SeveranceBruce Uhernik, City & County of Denver Robert Van Der Hoeven, Concrete Stabilization Technologies, Inc.Jyotsna Vishwakarma, RTD

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2018 Colorado Chapter APWA Executive Committeeand Chapter Board of Directors

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President: Lesley ThomasCity & County of Denver201 W. Colfax Ave., Dept. 608, Denver, CO 80202Phone: 720.865.8719Email: lesley.thomas@denvergov.org

President-Elect: James PhelpsTown of BreckenridgeP.O. Box 168, Breckenridge, CO 80424Phone: 970.453.3181Email: jamesp@townofbreckenridge.com

Treasurer: Kimberly DallCity of Brighton500 S. 4th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601Phone: 303.655.2112Email: kdall@brightonco.gov

Secretary: Renee RailsbackColorado LTAP3100 Marine St., Room A-213, UCB 561,Boulder, CO 80309Phone: 303.735.3530Email: cltap@colorado.edu

Past President: Greg HallTown of Vail1309 Elkhorn Drive, Vail, CO 81657Phone: 970.479.2160Email: ghall@vailgov.com

Chapter Delegate: Pete AdlerManagement ConsultantPhone: 303.349.3394Email: rockies325@gmail.com

Alternate Delegate: Laura KroegerUrban Drainage & Flood Control District2480 W. 26th Avenue, #156B, Denver, CO 80211Phone: 303.455.6277Email: lkroeger@udfcd.org

AT LARGE DIRECTORS

David BennettsUrban Drainage & Flood Control District2480 W. 26th Avenue, #156B, Denver, CO 80211Phone: 303.455.6277Email: dbennetts@udfcd.org

Steve GlammeyerCity of Fort MorganP.O. Box 100, 710 E. Railroad Ave., Fort Morgan, CO 80701Phone: 970.542.3901Email: steve.glammeyer@cityoffortmorgan.com

Jay GoldieCity of Cherry Hills Village2450 E. Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113Phone: 303.783.2731Email: jgoldie@cherryhillsvillage.com

Melissa Jucha, Emerging Professional DirectorFHWA12300 W. Dakota Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80228Phone: 720.963.3424Email: melissa.jucha@dot.gov

Bob ManwaringCity of Arvada8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO 80002Phone: 720.898.7601Email: bmanwaring@arvada.org

Michael MartinMerrick & Company5970 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Greenwood Village, CO 80111Phone: 303.353.3678Email: michael.martin@merrick.com

Dave SchmitArapahoe County6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112Phone: 720.874.6500Email: dschmit@arapahoegov.com

WEST SLOPE BRANCH

West Slope Chair: Paul RuudTown of TellurideP.O. Box 397, 1375 Black Bear Road, Telluride, CO 81435Phone: 970.728.3077Email: pruud@telluride-co.gov

Chair-Elect: Scott MatticePitkin County76 Service Center Road, Aspen, CO 81611Phone: 970.920.5046Email: scott.mattice@pitkincounty.com

Secretary: Jim HathewayPhone: 970.712.3723Email: jhatheway97@gmail.com

Treasurer: Sean McCormickMcCormick ConsultingEmail: mccormickconsulting2@gmail.com

Past Chair: John BakerTown of Snowmass VillageP.O. Box 5010, Snowmass Village, CO 81615Phone: 970.923.5110Email: jbaker@tosv.com

West Slope Branch DirectorsWest Slope Director At-Large: Susie HervertSusie Hervert, Town of Vail, shervert@vailgov.comMark Johnston, Town of Breckenridge markj@townofbreckenridge.comJoe Lucero, Gunnison County, jlucero@gunnisoncounty.org

Chris Spears, City of Grand Junction, chriss@gjcity.org

CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR

Pamela WeimerAPWA Colorado Chapter6540 S. Tabor Street, Littleton, CO 80127Phone: 303.979.2190Email: bdweimer@msn.com

American Public Works AssociationColorado ChapterPamela Weimer, Chapter Administrator6540 South Tabor StreetLittleton, Colorado 80127

Did you know that much of the information contained in this newsletter is also available on the Web? Go to the

APWA Colorado Chapter website at http://colorado.apwa.net/