Local and Vocal Staunton: The Podcast

Hannah Wittmer of Communities Against Middle River Jail Expansion talks to us about the disparities between jail and school funding in our area and why costs will continue to rise. Click HERE for show notes. You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream  Music promoted by Audio Library

Nate Lawrence, teacher at Staunton High School, talks about what teachers have been facing, what the future of public education may look like, and how the community can get involved. Click HERE for show notes. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream  Music promoted by Audio Library

Let's talk about what happened in Richmond last week, bills before the VA General Assembly, recent attacks on public education & their possible consequences, as well as the agendas for upcoming local meetings. Click HERE for show notes. MUSIC: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream  Music promoted by Audio Library

Emily Sproul discusses proposed legislation in the Virginia General Assembly and how it will impact LGBTQ youth if passed. Click here for show notes. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream  Music promoted by Audio Library

In this episode we touch upon recent Staunton City Council topics and the importance of making your voice heard to elected officials. Show notes can be found HERE. MUSIC: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream  Music promoted by Audio Library

Staunton Sheriff Candidate Chris Hartless discusses what inspired him to run, his campaign platform, and ideas about community engagement and the Marcus Alert initiative. INTRO You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

Lots of updates this week: July's City Council meeting, MRRJ "renovation," how you can provide input on an equity committee in Staunton, as well as Staunton long term vision & goals. Find Show Notes at localandvocal.net/blog. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

Quick teaser before our next episode! We briefly discuss how heavy things feel at this stage of the pandemic as well as make people aware of the 7/29/21 Aug Co School Board meeting to address protections for trans students. CALL TO ACTION! MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

Nitch and Allison talk to Jenn Michelle Pedini (they/them) who is the development director of NORML, and serves as the executive director of the state affiliate chapter, Virginia NORML. Click HERE for full show notes. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

We discuss how Council is likely to vote on proposed changes to public comments, their discussion on conflicts of interest, and share some rare good news re: the Shenandoah LGBTQ Center. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In this episode we do a deep dive on the 5/13/21 City Council vote to not reinstate remote access to public comments. Hear the vote itself as well as our predictions for what direction Council may take going forward. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

Telephone public comments, a public hearing for potential West End storage facility, the golf course, and more. Check out this breakdown of the agenda for the 5/13/21 City Council Meeting. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In this episode we discuss a petition to reinstate telephone comments during city meetings, as well as next year's elections and the overall dysfunction of Staunton City Council. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

Welcome Nitch of Staunton Organizing! This podcast is now a collaborative effort to bring you all the info you need about Staunton, Virginia local government. MUSIC: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In addition to info on upcoming Staunton City meetings, including what's on the agenda with the Planning Commission, hear all about this week's Blue Ridge Criminal Justice Board meeting and an urgent call to action for citizens! MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

A quick recap of this week's courthouse & 2A meetings, advice on how to change a law in Staunton, & a rundown of upcoming city meetings. All in one 20 minute episode. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

I break down what took place at the Staunton City Council meeting held 10/22/20 including controversy over the process for hiring a new City Attorney and a library presentation that made me cry. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

Ready for the Staunton City Council Meeting coming up on 10/22/20? This episode breaks down what's on the agenda. It isn't the courthouse, but it's super important. MUSIC You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In this episode I breakdown what happened at the Staunton City Council meeting held on 10/8/20. MUSIC  You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

This week we have a City Council and School Board meeting being held. I'll go over both agendas AND tell you how Staunton stacks up to other nearby localities re: ADA compliance. Music this episode: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

A breakdown of the Staunton City Council meeting held on 9/24/20. Bonus rant about accessibility and inclusion. MUSIC: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In this episode I list for you details about Staunton meetings being held the week of 9/20/20, including details & what to watch out for at this week's upcoming City Council meetings. Music this episode: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In this episode, I break down for you the results of a FOIA Request in which I asked for all communications related to the Staunton City Council asking the Staunton Sheriff to provide security at Council meetings. Transcript & images from this episode can be seen at https://www.localandvocal.net/news/2020/9/17/foia-results-city-council-security-and-the-staunton-sheriff. Music in this episode: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

In this week's episode, I summarize what happened at the Staunton City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting held on Thursday 9/10/20. I also breakdown the more concerning things that happened (like voting not to purchase the lot where the City currently has a transportation hub and clearly blindsiding City staff and the City Manager with new agenda items). Keep in mind as you listen that on 9/11/20 the City Attorney's office confirmed that the City Attorney RESIGNED during this meeting. Happy listening. MUSIC in this episode: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4 

This episode I break down for you all of the boards/commissions/councils having meetings in Staunton this week. I list out openings on some boards/commissions so you can apply if interested! I also break down the over 200 page meeting agenda for Staunton City Council meetings this week and helpfully include for the moments at which I predict the meetings will descend in batcrap craziness. Get local and vocal in Staunton this week, folx! Music in this episode: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4

The premier episode of Local and Vocal Staunton: The Podcast! In this episode I introduce myself and discuss what you can expect from this podcast going forward Find me on Twitter @eyesonStaunton Find me on Facebook.com/localandvocalstaunton Music in this episode: You & I by Soyb & Amine Maxwell  https://soundcloud.com/soybmusic  https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-you-and-i  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/NS71HLgd9q4