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February 28, 2008 This eNewsletter is a roundup of government-related news targeted to local, state and federal government. Topics include major contracts awarded by local, state and federal government agencies; product trends and innovations; government best practices and resources; and political and regulatory developments affecting government purchasing activities. Go to www.govpro.com to view the latest products, daily news and government suppliers. In This Issue Work Truck Show: State and municipal fleet managers under a microscope Ohio's universities develop 'green collar' workers for energy jobs Bluegrass State receives recognition for ConnectKentucky broadband initiative GovPro.com poll respondents are thinking green News Work Truck Show: State and municipal fleet managers under a microscope By Josh Cable Nowadays, it's becoming more and more common for state and municipal fleet managers to find themselves in a place where they've rarely been before: the center of attention. Next week's E-newsletter will have Part 2 of this story, or view it at GovPro.com. Full Story The Duro-Last single-ply roofing system is ideal for any flat or low-sloped application. Since 1978, over a billion square feet of Duro-Last membrane have been installed on buildings of all types. The Duro-Last roofing system is: Precision fabricated. Every Duro-Last roof is manufactured to exact size in our controlled factory environment. This eliminates up to 85% of rooftop installation seaming and ensures an excellent fit, delivering worry-free, leak-proof, long-term protection. Energy-efficient. The Duro-Last white membrane has the highest retained reflectivity of any single-ply membrane rated by the EPA's ENERGY STAR® roof products program, saving significant energy and money for facilities of all types throughout the U.S. Durable. The Duro-Last system is resistant to fire, chemicals, grease, high winds and punctures, and easily accommodates wide temperature extremes. Installed with no disruptions by authorized contractors. Installation is quiet, fast, and safe, without loud machinery, hazardous materials, noxious fumes, hot tar, or mess. A new Duro-Last roof often can be installed over an existing roof without an expensive tear-off. Backed by the industry's best warranties. Duro-Last protects commercial and industrial buildings with a comprehensive 15-year No Dollar Limit (NDL) warranty that clearly states our coverage of consequential damages that result from defects in the Duro-Last material and/or installation workmanship. Duro-Last also has 20-year warranties available. www.duro-last.com Ohio's universities develop 'green collar' workers for energy jobs By Catherine Radwan Ohio colleges and universities are pioneering the development of "green collar" workers to meet the demand for skilled professionals in the emerging advanced energy industry Full Story Read how state, local and federal governments have met and transcended various challenges through fresh thinking and creative application of information technology. Click Here for your copy of IBM's Top Public Sector Innovators Report. Bluegrass State receives recognition for ConnectKentucky broadband initiative By Kristin Atwater The Commonwealth of Kentucky recently received the 2008 Susan G. Hadden Pioneer Award, presented by the Alliance for Public Technology (APT). Full Story The 2008 Federal Acquisition Summit: Improving Contract Management from Acquisition Planning to Contract Execution Gov Pro subscribers receive 20% off tuition by mentioning code PRTEM when registering. We invite you to attend the Performance Institute's 8th Annual Federal Acquisition Summit, March 19-21 in Arlington, VA. This event features six comprehensive tracks in Government contract management, with topics ranging from performance-based acquisition, to small business contracting to project management for procurement. Download the brochure and take a look at the agenda at www.ExcellenceinAcquisition.org. GovPro.com poll respondents are thinking green By Michael Keating Governments CAN have a positive impact on the environment, according to respondents to a recent online poll on GovPro.com. More than half (55 percent) of poll respondents said that government agencies can "definitely" make an impact by purchasing green products. Full Story Featured Products Get Rid of Birds! Bird-X, Inc. recognized as the bird control "X-perts" since 1964, offers the world's most complete line of affordable products - an effective solution for ANY bird problem for repelling birds like pigeons, sparrows, starlings, Canada geese and more. No more droppings, mess, diseases or money wasted on expensive clean-ups. Our products (needle strips, netting, sonic distress-call repellers, ultrasonics, taste aversions, visual deterrents and sticky repellent gels) are non-lethal, non-harmful, and environmentally safe, do not harm birds and ecologically sound. We innovate and develop new technologies, and we offer (and stand behind) the very best solutions. Guaranteed solutions! For a FREE consultation call 800-662-5021. For more information, visit www.bird-x.com. Smart Buyer's Handbook At ModUcom's website order their FREE Smart Buyer's Handbook to compare E911/Radio/Phone Dispatch Consoles. Moducom's website also features information about the Ultracom E911/Radio Dispatch Console including specs and its many built-in features. The Ultracom has no software maintenance fees and free software upgrades for the life of the system! After 30 years of innovation, Moducom is launching the new Micro-CAM, a low-cost way to add additional operator positions using very little desk space. For information, call 800-845-0128 or visit www.moducom.com. New in 2008 - the GovernmentDeck! Check out the "action card" to learn more about the latest products in your industry. Featured products are from Freightliner, FabEnCo, Inc., E.J. Ward, Golight, Inc., Bennett, Tapco, International Truck and Engine Corp and PlayPower. Click here to view. PRINT SUBSCRIPTION | EMAIL SUBSCRIPTION | PRIVACY POLICY | CONTACT STAFF This eNewsletter This eNewsletter was sent to: #email# You've received this e-newsletter for one of two reasons: 1. You signed up for it on our web site. 2. 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