Workforce

Capitol snow crews brace for winter’s worst

The Architect of the Capitol is responsible for clearing about 14 miles of sidewalks, 7 miles of streets and drives, and more than 20 acres of parking lots and ...

January 21, 2016 11:24 am

< a min read

“We have about 14 miles of sidewalks, 7 miles of streets and drives and more than 20 acres of parking lots and plazas to clear and keep free of snow and ice,” said Ted Bechtol, Capitol grounds superintendent “A significant storm requires a lot of work and cooperation to ensure the campus is safe for members, staff and visitors,” he said.

(Architect of the Capitol photo)

Just in time for the first snow of 2016, the Architect of the Capitol has a behind-the-scenes look at its snow-clearing procedures from winters past. Check out the AOC’s blog for more information.

Copyright © 2024 Federal News Network. All rights reserved. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area.

Pay

‘We need to do more’ to close gender-based pay gap, OPM says

Pay

federal pay reform

Blue-collar federal pay reform heading toward rulemaking process

Pay

usps

USPS supervisors fear ‘exodus’ among their ranks, but data shows high retention

Hiring/Retention