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10/29/2025

Happy Belated First Responders’ Day from the Vice-President of Tampa Bay Training (Julie Cavalli).

Make me a 10 second video with cute dog saying happy first responders’ day

10/29/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our First Responders – Including the Unsung Heroes of Public Works

Today, on National First Responders Day, we at Tampa Bay Training proudly recognize the brave men and women who serve on the front lines to keep our communities safe — our firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs, paramedics, and public safety professionals.

We also take this moment to acknowledge the often-unsung heroes in Public Works who respond alongside these teams during emergencies, storms, and disasters. From clearing roads and restoring infrastructure to maintaining safe water systems, Public Works professionals are a critical part of the emergency response network.

Through the efforts of organizations like the American Public Works Association (APWA), these essential professionals continue to advance training, safety, and leadership — strengthening our communities through preparation and service.

At Tampa Bay Training, we’re proud to support this mission through workforce development programs that empower those who protect, serve, and sustain our communities every day.

To all our First Responders and Public Works professionals — thank you for your unwavering dedication and service.

10/28/2025

To my APWA Friends

Nominations for National APWA Committee Appointments Now Open!

APWA is soliciting nominations for appointments to national-level committees, councils, and external relationships for the 2026–27 year. Serving in one of these roles helps you give back to an industry you are passionate about and also allows you to grow your leadership skills. If you’ve not considered applying before, now is the perfect time to step forward and offer your expertise to your profession.

Members interested in learning more about the various committees should go to the nominations landing page on the APWA website. Once you are ready to commit, please use the link on the Groups and Committees page or go to the nominations portal, login using your APWA username and password, and complete the survey.

Nominations, including a brief biographical statement, must be completed online by close of business March 31, 2026. For more information, contact nominations@apwa.org.

Make a difference. Nominate yourself or someone else to serve on an APWA national committee, council, or as the APWA representative on an external organization! Submit Nomination(s) Membership is a requirement for national committee/council positions, except for the credentialing councils. Deadline:...

10/24/2025

🎉 I’m proud to share that I’ve been published in this quarter’s edition of the APWA Florida Chapter Public Works Magazine!

📘 The article, titled “Workforce Development as a Core Strategy in Public Works Management,” explores how investing in people is not just good leadership — it’s a strategic imperative for the future of our communities.

As our industry continues to evolve, developing and supporting the next generation of public works professionals is essential to sustaining excellence in service delivery, infrastructure management, and innovation.

A big thank you to the APWA Florida Chapter for the opportunity to contribute to this important conversation and to everyone working daily to build stronger, more resilient public sector teams across Florida and beyond.

https://www.kelmanonline.com/httpdocs/files/APWA_FL/floridapublicworks-fall2025/index.html

10/22/2025

What a great time training the City of Largo’s employees over the past two days.

I feel that the employees and myself learned a lot and I am exited to see them implementing FDOT Temporary Traffic Control standards in the field.

What a great organization from the field workers through upper management - very impressive.

10/22/2025

🎤 Presentation Skills: The Unsung Hero of Professional Success

In local government, public works, utilities, engineering, and construction — we often focus on technical skills, certifications, and compliance. But one skill that’s equally vital across every level of the organization is effective public speaking and presentation.

Whether it’s a field supervisor explaining a safety plan, an engineer presenting project updates, or a department director addressing council or the community — the ability to communicate clearly and confidently is key.

Strong presentation skills help professionals:
✅ Build credibility and trust with peers, leadership, and the public.
✅ Share technical information in a way that’s understandable and actionable.
✅ Lead teams more effectively, especially during training, briefings, and community meetings.
✅ Represent their organization professionally, whether in local meetings or at state and national conferences.

From the field to upper management, those who can both do the work and communicate it well stand out as leaders and problem-solvers.

At Tampa Bay Training, we see firsthand how investing in communication and presentation training enhances confidence, leadership, and career advancement. Because in every industry — especially ours — knowledge only creates impact when it’s clearly shared.

10/22/2025

🌟 Professional Development: The Backbone of Stronger Communities 🌟

Across Florida and the nation, professional associations like the Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA), the American Public Works Association (APWA), and the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) continue to set the standard for excellence in workforce and leadership development.

From certification programs that validate technical and leadership expertise, to webinars, technical sessions, and conferences that bring together subject matter experts and practitioners — these organizations provide invaluable opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.

The networking and mentorship that take place within these professional associations help local government, utilities, and public works professionals strengthen their communities while advancing their own careers.

As someone who works closely with Florida’s workforce and professional training initiatives, I’m continually inspired by how these organizations promote lifelong learning and operational excellence across all levels of service delivery.

👏 Let’s keep supporting and participating in these professional development efforts — because when our people grow, our communities thrive.

10/17/2025

Cute video of Girl Scouts sharing the value of water to them.

The Girl Scouts of West Central Florida value water, because without it, they wouldn't be able to continue making the world a better place! 🏕️💧

10/17/2025

I wish I could be there to see the great work of our public works operators, great new technologies, and the amazing fellowship shared between professions. These are the professionals that make all of our live better, every day.

First to show up, Last to leave!!!

10/16/2025

APWA FL CHAPTER | Submit an abstract for consideration to be a Technical Session presenter at the APWA Florida Chapter's 2026 Florida Public Works Expo!

Click below for more information and to provide your abstract. Note: the deadline for submitting abstracts for 2026 is October 31, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.

Abstracts may be submitted through this portal until October 31, 2025 at 5:00 pm ET. This year, the APWA Florida Public Works Expo theme is Public Works: Heartbeat of Our Communities and our technical papers will build on this theme through several dedicated tracks:

10/16/2025

APWA | Recognize National First Responders Day on October 28

Download and use materials from APWA National First Responders Day toolkit to help you celebrate the event and recognize public works professionals as first responders.

10/16/2025

Would Municipal Governments and Utilities Benefit from OSHA 10- and 30-Hour Training? Absolutely.

Safety isn’t just for construction sites — it’s for every department, every crew, and every employee who works in the field or around potential hazards.

Municipal employees and utility professionals often work in environments that involve confined spaces, heavy equipment, excavation, traffic control, and more. The OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour courses — for both General Industry and Construction — provide a solid foundation in workplace safety, hazard recognition, and regulatory compliance.

These programs help:
✅ Reduce workplace injuries and liability
✅ Strengthen safety culture and accountability
✅ Improve compliance during inspections and audits
✅ Enhance employee confidence and professionalism

At Tampa Bay Training, we provide OSHA-authorized training both online and on-site, along with FDOT TTC and FDEP FSESCI certifications that align perfectly with the needs of local governments, utilities, and public works departments across Florida.

Investing in safety isn’t just compliance — it’s leadership.
Learn more at 🌐 www.TampaBayTraining.com

Tampa Bay Training provides workforce development for professionals working in public works, utilities, engineering, construction, & local government. FDOT, FDEP, OSHA, HSI & More.