Pervious concrete was chosen as a key component in this project to encourage carpool, vanpool and bus usage in Glendale because it addresses water retention issues, mitigates heat island effect, allows plants on the site to thrive, and is expected to save money over the length of the project as it is not likely to need to be resurfaced for more than 20 years.
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The U.S. EPA recognizes pervious concrete as a best practice for stormwater management. This and other benefits of pervious concrete are highlighted in a camera-ready sidebar.
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Mr. Skeete, Ms. Colbath and Vice Mayor Martinez accept the PCA 2008 Sustainable Leadership Award at a City Hall presentation on Tuesday, March 31, 2009. From left to right: Horatio Skeete, Deputy City Manager, City of Glendale; Scott Palmer, Marketing Development Manager, Salt Rivers Materials Group and PCA Board of Directors; Vice Mayor Manny Martinez, City of Glendale; Cathy Colbath, Transit Administrator, City of Glendale; Stew Waller, Executive Director, Arizona Cement Association.
Stew Waller, Executive Director, Arizona Cement Association (left) presents Vice Mayor Manny Martinez, City of Glendale (right) with the 2008 PCA Sustainable Leadership Award at a City Hall presentation on Tuesday, March 31, 2009. The PCA Sustainable Leadership Award honors innovative public officials who utilize cement or cement based products to achieve sustainable benefits.