Why Data-Driven Decision Making Is Non-Negotiable for Municipal Governments in 2025
In 2025, municipal governments face unprecedented challenges as communities grow, resources tighten, and public expectations rise. The complexity of managing infrastructure, services, and regulations in today’s interconnected world requires municipalities to adapt...
How Tailored Solutions Help Utilities Meet Compliance and Operational Goals
In the utility sector, meeting compliance regulations while improving operational efficiency is a constant challenge. With each utility facing its own unique set of circumstances, challenges, and regulatory requirements, a one-size-fits-all approach is often...
How Wildfires Impact Water Infrastructure: Lessons from California’s Fire Season
As wildfires continue to devastate communities across California, the toll on critical infrastructure grows more apparent each year. While much attention is placed on the destruction of homes and forests, the impact on water systems often flies under the radar. From...
Understanding Pavement Assessments: How Street Inventories Improve Infrastructure Management
Maintaining a city’s infrastructure Management is no small task. Streets and roads, which form the backbone of transportation, require constant monitoring and timely maintenance to remain safe and functional. However, determining the exact condition of roads can be...
Understanding Water Quality Monitoring Plans for Public Water Systems
Public water systems (PWSs) play a crucial role in delivering safe and reliable drinking water to communities, businesses, and individuals. Ensuring the safety of this water requires strict adherence to regulatory guidelines and the development of a water quality...
The Role of Inflow and Infiltration (I/I) Studies in Sustainable Sewer System Management
Inflow and infiltration (I/I) are significant challenges for municipal wastewater systems. These phenomena occur when groundwater or stormwater infiltrates sanitary sewers, overwhelming infrastructure, increasing treatment costs, and posing risks to public health and...
The Critical Importance of Accurate Utility Mapping: Lessons from San Diego and the Solution LSPS Solutions Offers
In October 2024, the City of San Diego made headlines for an unfortunate reason: it had to pay $1.5 million to settle lawsuits related to injuries and delays caused by inaccurate utility maps. The largest portion of this settlement went to Orion Construction, whose...
Achieving TCEQ Compliance: Essential Services for Asset Management and Regulatory Success
Meeting the regulatory requirements set forth by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is crucial for municipalities and businesses managing critical infrastructure. TCEQ compliance ensures environmental sustainability, operational safety, and public...
The Importance of Fire Hydrant Restoration for Community Safety and Infrastructure Health
Fire hydrants play an often-overlooked yet essential role in safeguarding communities. They ensure fire departments have access to adequate water supply during emergencies, providing a line of defense that protects homes, businesses, and lives. But like any...
Modern Utility Mapping: Making GIS Accessible for Municipalities of All Sizes
Managing public infrastructure is a demanding task for any municipality, and precise utility mapping has become essential to ensure effective asset management. While GIS (Geographic Information System) mapping was once considered a luxury that only large...