Chances are if you go out and purchase a new PC, Windows 8 will come preinstalled. What are the biggest changes with Windows 8? What Windows 8 versions are available and can I still purchase Windows 7? The biggest changes in Windows 8 include the introduction of the Metro interface and the removal of […]
Samsung and Acer have rolled out a new laptop with an interesting twist, the operating system. They run a Chrome operating system by Google. The new and relatively inexpensive ($249) devices dubbed “Chrome Books” are selling fast. As of October 21, the ARM-based chrome book is the bestselling computer on Amazon. The most notable features […]
The Office of Energy development began accepting applications for the Community Conservation Challenge (CCC) grants on October 5th, 2012. This $500,000 grant program funds non-residential entities for projects that reduce an organization’s energy consumption. Applications are due on November 15th at 12:00 pm EST. Local units of government, school corporations, businesses and nonprofit agencies in […]
Does your utility meet the following objectives? Specific: Has the Utility specified exactly what it wants to achieve? Measurable: Does the Utility measure whether it is meeting its objectives? Attainable: Can the Utility realistically achieve the objectives in a timely period? Realistic: Can the Utility really achieve its objectives with its capacity, funding and other […]
Does your utility meet the following objectives? Specific: Has the Utility specified exactly what it wants to achieve? Measurable: Does the Utility measure whether it is meeting its objectives? Attainable: Can the Utility realistically achieve the objectives in a timely period? Realistic: Can the Utility really achieve its objectives with its capacity, funding and other […]
The ADA evaluations’ deadline is fast approaching! If you are a community that receives federal funds or has 50 or more employees, an ADA evaluation MUST by completed by June 30th and a Transition Plan done by December 31st. Per a letter released by INDOT dated April 4, 2012, ALL Local Public Agencies (LPAs) […]
The “local Indiana business preference” (formerly found in Indiana Code 36-1-12-22) has been repealed by the Indiana State Legislature for public works projects. The original bill was signed into law on February 29, 2012. This new legislation eliminated the price preference for public works projects, however political subdivisions can still grant the right to give […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 not only reminds communities they must have self-evaluations and transition plans for their sidewalks and handicap ramps, but did you know this applies to all public entities whether or not they receive federal funding? It is important that all communities take the time to Self-Evaluate your sidewalks […]
Are you aware of the quasi-government shadow group guarding our nation’s infrastructure from threats – both natural and manmade? It may not be the group you are thinking of. InfraGard is a group of individuals from the public in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). This association of businesses, academic institutions, law enforcement […]
Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) introduced legislation [bill number not available] on February 9 that would require EPA to integrate stormwater and wastewater control programs into a single, long-term plan. The Clean Water Affordability Act is aimed at updating EPA’s clean water affordability policy. The current EPA affordability policy does not provide for a full and accurate […]
