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Newsletter: Revolutionizing Land Surveys with LiDAR Drone Innovation
In 2025, the Survey Group at Fleis & VandenBrink (F&V) expanded its capabilities by purchasing a Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensor for its drone, an investment aimed at improving…
Read More Newsletter: Leveling up Asset Management: Indiana’s New Utility Requirements
Big changes are coming for Indiana’s water and wastewater utilities. Starting in 2026, Indiana water or wastewater utilities not regulated by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) must submit a…
Read More Newsletter: Protecting Indiana’s Groundwater Resources
Clean, safe drinking water starts at the source. In Indiana, 700+ communities rely on groundwater wells—and Wellhead Protection Programs (WHPP) help keep them safe. Since 2013, Brown County Water Utility…
Read More Newsletter: Small-town Main Streets: How Incentives Can Drive Downtown Revitalization
Downtowns are the heart of Michigan communities, but many have faced challenges in recent years. At Fleis & VandenBrink (F&V), we help municipalities bring new life to their Main Streets…
Read More Newsletter: Regular Sewer Cleaning Gets to the Root of Problems
Annual sewer cleaning is essential to keeping your community’s sanitary system healthy and preventing costly backups and public health risks. Fleis & VandenBrink’s expert crews are ready to clean, televise,…
Read More Newsletter: The Vital Role of Traffic Engineering in Building Stronger Communities
Hiring a traffic engineer is essential for ensuring community safety and improving transportation efficiency. Traffic engineers bring specialized expertise to solve issues such as parking, school congestion, and pedestrian safety.…
Read More Newsletter: New Rules for Pedestrian Accessibility Standards
Indiana communities must comply with new pedestrian accessibility rules, including those for crosswalks and roundabouts, to align with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Effective January 17, 2025, the U.S.…
Read More Newsletter: Diving Deep to Protect Infrastructure & Preserve Aquatic Ecosystems
The Fleis & VandenBrink (F&V) Dive Team provides specialized underwater inspection and ecological survey services to municipalities, focusing on the integrity and safety of submerged structures like bridges, culverts, dams,…
Read More Newsletter: Fiscal Responsibility is Key to Infrastructure Improvement
Michigan community leaders are tasked with funding infrastructure improvements while balancing budgets. Key to this are Asset Management Plans (AMPs) and Capital Improvement Plans (CIPs). AMPs inventory community assets, while…
Read More Newsletter: Last Chance to Apply for Community Matching Grant Projects (Indiana – Q3)
This is your last chance to apply for up to $1.5 million in Community Crossing Matching Grants (CCMG) grants in 2024. Don’t delay! The second Call for Projects in the…
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