The Massachusetts Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program provides funding for the acquisition, development and renovation of public parks, trails and conservation areas. Eligible applicants can receive up to 50% reimbursement of total project costs,...
In today’s fast-paced world, where news spreads instantly and transparency is critical, the role of a Public Information Officer (PIO) has never been more essential. Acting as the bridge between a government organization and the public, PIOs ensure clear, accurate and...
In October, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced a new rule requiring public water systems to issue Tier 1 Public Notices (PN) immediately after a lead action level exceedance (ALE). The rule aims to improve communication between water systems and the...
Liz Kalaijian is an experienced media and public relations expert with a strong background in managing communications for both public and private sectors, including media, public safety agencies, schools, and government entities. Before joining Capital Strategic...
Recently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.6 billion in new funding to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. Combined with $2.6 billion announced earlier in October 2024, this $6.2 billion in investments for Fiscal Year...
As the year draws to a close, municipalities are knee-deep in budget preparations for the upcoming fiscal year. One critical area that often gets delayed or overlooked in this process is water and wastewater rate analysis. However, taking time now to evaluate current...
