Podcasts about Public works

Learn about what the Canton Public Works department does and how it benefits the city.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Brian Russell, Assistant Director of Public Works for the City of Fresno, discusses the city's long-standing road problems and a major repaving effort this year, including 37 street projects and plans to fix more than 70 miles of roads—possibly over 100. The work is part of a roughly $140 million campaign funded by local taxes, state dollars, and a $100 million bond. But with an estimated $1.2 billion backlog, city leaders admit this is only the beginning. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

rWotD Episode 3308: Square Sainctelette Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Monday, 25 May 2026, is Square Sainctelette.The Square Sainctelette (French, pronounced [skwaʁ sɛ̃t.lɛt]) or Sainctelettesquare (Dutch, pronounced [ˈsɛɪŋktəlɛt(ə)ˌskwɛːr]) is a square in the City of Brussels municipality of Brussels, Belgium. It is named in honour of Charles-Xavier Sainctelette, a former Belgian Minister of Public Works.The square lies along the Brussels–Charleroi Canal, in the north-western corner of Brussels' city centre, on the border with the Molenbeek-Saint-Jean municipality, from which it is separated by the canal. A major traffic axis, it is also part of the Small Ring (Brussels' inner ring road). This area is served by Yser/IJzer metro station on lines 2 and 6 of the Brussels Metro.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:40 UTC on Monday, 25 May 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Square Sainctelette on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Nicole.

Santa Cruz County celebrates National Public Works Week. And, experts warn California is unprepared for future budget deficits.

What does Oklahoma's FY2027 Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan forgiveness program mean for your municipality?In this episode of OMAG All Access, host William Shepherd is joined by Ariel LaMontagne and Brian Green from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to simplify the upcoming loan forgiveness cycle and explain what cities, towns, public works authorities, and eligible districts need to know before applying.The discussion covers eligibility requirements, project types, affordability tiers, timelines, and recent program changes, including the new 75/25 funding structure and the impact of expiring Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding.Whether your community is planning wastewater improvements, line replacements, stormwater projects, or other infrastructure upgrades, this episode provides practical insight to help municipal leaders prepare for the funding process.Learn more and access additional resources at OMAG.org.

* JP Morrell says the people of New Orleans should decide on the new clerk * The good times have been rolling for New Orleans tourism and events * Do Republicans or Democrats have the advantage in the redistricting war? * Weather ballooon cuts...yes, weather balloons...make forecasting tougher * Do you struggle with anxiety or feeling down? Here are some tips to help * Folding the S&WB into Public Works would be long, complicated process

In the latest episode of Public Power Now, Ashley Day, Education and Visitor Programs Specialist at Holland Board of Public Works, and Dave Koster, General Manager at Holland Board of Public Works, discuss the Michigan public power utility's outreach to local schools and the ways in which Holland BPW works to educate students about Holland BPW and the broader energy industry, as well as careers in the utility sector.

Melissa welcomed Darien First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky and  Tony Campanella from the Department of Public Works to the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to talk about Great Island!

On this episode of Now You Novi, we're talking trash the right way.Matt Wiktorowski and Rebecca Runkel from Novi's Department of Public Works join us to break down two programs helping residents dispose smarter. First, Household Hazardous Waste events, offered through the Resource Recovery and Recycling Authority of Southwest Oakland County, give residents a safe way to get rid of items like electronics, old paint, chemicals, and more. These events take place throughout the year and are open to Novi residents.They also talk about Novi's new composting pilot program and how residents can start keeping food scraps out of the landfill. Compost drop-off is available through designated locations in the community, making it easy to take part and turn everyday waste into something useful.If you have materials you're not sure how to dispose of, or you've been curious about composting, this episode walks through what you need to know and how to get started.

Sinn Féin TD for Kerry Pa Daly spoke to Treasa about his frustration and disappointment that there is no commitment to the full Listowel relief and review within next 5 years, according to the Office of Public Works.

Bike Walk Month in Lexington celebrates not only biking, but also walking for transportation, exercise and fun. Whether you're a cyclist, pedestrian, driver or all three, Bike Walk Month reminds Lexingtonians that streets are shared spaces for all. Dr. Greg talks with Seth Holbrook-Department of Environmental Quality and Public Works.

For more on this Dr Tara Byrne, Arts programme manager at age & opportunity and Arts Director of Bealtaine Festival.

Changes are coming to how Milwaukee's Department of Public Works collects leaves and cleans streets in the wake of recent flooding.

The Moreno administration is working on a plan to pay for upgrading the city's water infrastructure. We talk to Steve Nelson, Deputy CAO for infrastructure and Director of Public Works for New Orleans, about what's on the table.

Build an Implementation Team That Believes—Not Just Works Hi everyone, Carl Gould here with your #70secondCEO. Just a little over a one minute investment every day for a lifetime of results.  Now it's time to build a team, right? You now–you're so busy, you enter the synergy stage and you need an implementation team, you're so busy at what you're doing. You need other people to work elbow to elbow, side by side with you, and to do the work together. If you're an accountant, you need more accountants, if you're a lawyer, you need more lawyers. If you're a consultant, you need more consultants, whatever it is, you're a brake specialist, you need more brake specialists. This is your implementation team. Okay, now, you need an aligned team that is totally bought into your mission. You know, the number, the best run event I've ever participated in was the New York City Marathon. I ran it in 2002. And I reran it in 2019. And when I ran it in 2019, there were 30,000 people that ran the marathon and in 2019, there were 50,000. Most of these staff are volunteers, right? But they are so bought in to the theme, they have a theme at the New York City Marathon is that one of the most transformational experiences you can ever have in your life is to run a marathon and to run it in New York. Now, on TV, it looks like a race. But if you've ever run it or been part of it, it's not that at all, it's a parade. The runners are the floats and there's 2 million people that line the streets in all five boroughs of New York, it's a logistic nightmare. Think about that two over 2 million people, probably 2.1 million people by the time you are done organizing the fire department, the Public Works, the police department, and yet it comes off without a hitch, right? Why? Because the people there are so bought in, it's easy to train them. There's a couple of key things that they need to know. Basically, you keep the runners running, you keep them moving forward.  Like and follow this podcast so you can learn more. My name is Carl Gould and this has been your #70secondCEO.  

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Newport Public Works Director Chris Pellitier is here as we talk about what Public Works entails, how the roads held up this winter and spring, warrant articles up for vote this May and more.

The Office of Public Works is set examine remediation options for a pyrite damaged Garda station in Clare. The defective mineral was conclusively detected in Shannon's station last November, with cracks in the walls first noted in 2022. The OPW will publish a list of potential solutions to the problem by next month, but it says structural works won't be necessary for at least the next five years. Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe wants to see the problem treated with urgency.

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Heavy rain swamped cars in and around Milwaukee this week, as sewer drains backed up. Some residents questioned the city's infrastructure. The Department of Public Works says it can only do so much.

The City Council's Public Works committee voted to extend IV Waste's contract for the French Quarter. We'll talk with CEO Sidney Torres about the work they're doing and some of the increased costs they're facing

* The City Council's Public Works committee voted to extend IV Waste's contract for the French Quarter. We'll talk with CEO Sidney Torres about the work they're doing and some of the increased costs they're facing * Two members of Congress are resigning because of allegations of sexual misconduct…and a couple more could be forced out over other improprieties. We'll go over what's going on

John Maytham speaks to Minister of Public works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson to unpack the legal strategy in taking 20 000 land occupiers to court , the realities on the ground, and what this court action could mean for both residents and the broader housing crisis in South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday has rolled around again which means it is time to scramble out another audio edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement. This time around there is a big focus on municipal budgeting because the purpose of Town Crier Productions is to focus on the details of revenues and expenditures with a hope toward greater community understanding. At least, that's the way this version of Sean Tubbs is programmed.In this edition:* Charlottesville City Council has adopted a budget for the next fiscal year that increased the real property tax rate by a penny, one fewer cent than had been proposed (full story below!)* Albemarle Supervisors have a few remaining decisions to make for the county's FY2027 budget (read the story)* Albemarle and Charlottesville commemorate Dark Sky Week (read the story)* A preview of the Week AheadShout-out / PSA #1: Friends of JMRL Book SaleThe Friends of the Jefferson Madison Regional Library's Spring Book Sale is running now through this Sunday from 10:00am to 7:00pm each day at Albemarle Square Shopping Center. Additionally, April 11th and 12th are ½-price days. Choose from thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, LPs, games and puzzles, with restocking occurring throughout the sale. Proceeds benefit our regional public library system. Visit jmrlfriends DOT org for more informationCharlottesville goes with penny increase on real property tax rate rather than twoNote: The podcast edition of this budget story is stitched together from several reports. This is a consolidated version used for a script and lacks hyperlinks and other resources.One of the most important duties of governing bodies in Virginia localities is to adopt a budget for each fiscal year.For Charlottesville City Council, the process began this year on March 2 when Charlottesville City Manager Sam Sanders introduced a budget that was built on a two-cent increase in the real property tax rate to an even $1 for every $100 of assessed property.Since then, there have been several work sessions in which Sander's recommended budget gradually became the one that Council adopted on April 9.These were mostly held on Thursdays beginning on March 5 with a work session dedicated to the Vibrant Community Fund on March 12. That's the process through which the city provides money to nonprofit organizations.Informal budget hearingOn March 19, the city held an informal public hearing during what is billed as the Community Budget Forum.The only speaker was Jim Moore who said he has eight rental properties within Charlottesville.“I tend to try to keep my rents a little below market, and I have some tenants that really can't afford much more than that,” Moore said.Moore said the property assessment for one of those rental units increased by 74 percent from 2021 to 2025. He asked for the city to lower the anticipated rate increase.The budget forum ended up being more like a work session with staff presenting information to the City Councilors on potential ways to lower the rate. But first, budget director Krisy Hammill explained why the two cent real property rate increase had been proposed.“Most of the new revenue for the tax increase was put in the budget to offset the deeper transit investments, the increased match for the schools, and also the impacts of collective bargaining,” Hammill said.That two cent tax increase generates $2,467,724 a year.To help eliminate one of those pennies, Hammill said staff were comfortable projecting slightly higher revenue forecasts and also showed some ways to reduce revenue, including less funding for Charlottesville Area Transit, tapping into a reserve fund, and eliminating funds for Council Strategic Initiatives.“One other option would be to move the schools back to the original 2 million that we had originally built the budget around, thus reducing their increase by $569,000,” Hammill said.The budget anticipates hiring ten additional drivers for Charlottesville Area Transit. Under one potential scenario to reduce funding, money would be in place to hire five in July and the other five would be hired in January as well as additional mechanics and supervisors. That might also mean scheduled service improvements might be delayed.City Manager Sam Sanders said this would defer spending and Council would have to build positions into next year's budget. That would create a structural imbalance that would have to be addressed.“Any creation of a structural imbalance is a risk,” Sanders said. “The question is how much of a risk are you willing to take. When you create the imbalance this year and solve it this way next year, you're saying that your reassessment should be higher to start with. And you can't guarantee that.”Councilor Jen Fleisher said she liked the idea of limiting the real property tax rate increase to a penny as a middle ground option.Councilor Natalie Oschrin said she did not support delaying expanded transit.“I appreciate coming up with the CAT adjustment scenario to try and make it fit,” Oschrin said. “I would prefer not to do that since it just kind of kicks the can down the road a little bit.”Oschrin said she could support using the reserve and eliminating additional funding for Council's strategic initiatives.Councilor Michael Payne said he could support a one penny tax rate increase but said the risk to split funding for CAT personnel would be too high.“I don't like in the past when we've set ourselves up with kind of fiscal cliffs,” Payne said.Mayor Juandiego Wade also said he could support a penny increase.“I appreciate the work that I've done to kind of bring back because we've been hearing from residents about the, the cost of living, the, the tax increase and this I believe is a good, won't satisfy everyone,” Wade said. “But I think it's a good, good compromise if we decide to go in this direction.”No decisions on tax rate at March 26 CIP work sessionThe March 26 work session dealt with the Capital Improvement Program.That's the portion of the budget that sets out what a locality expects to spend on infrastructure over the next five years.“The CIP plan for 27 is just over $47 million with $196 million over the five years,” Hammill said. “If we were to look in terms of dollars spent, education is the highest in this plan, followed by transportation and access, and then affordable housing coming in third.”There were no major changes in this year's CIP. The Charlottesville Planning Commission had a work session on the capital budget in late November and later had a public hearing in December.The five-year CIP currently includes $500,000 a year for a line item called Parks and Recreation Master Plan Implementation. Sanders said that number will increase in the years to come because the master plan adopted by Council in March 2025 had a $78 million price tag over ten years.“We know that those numbers need to be dramatically different if we're going to come anywhere close to that,” Sanders said. “But we now have an assistant city manager here who's going to be working with the team to try to figure out how do we allocate better over the next five year cycle.”Part of the plan calls for major changes to Market Street Park, Court Square Park, Washington Park, and Tonsler Park. Sanders said each will be expensive and staff still needs to work out the timing.Parks and Recreation Director Riaan Anthony said the department will seek grants in addition to tax dollars to pay for the various projects.“In order for us to get there, we have to right size our department and the city,” Anthony said. “We are working in partnership with Public Works, reaching out to their department to say hey, do you have any resources?”There was further discussion of the parks and recreation master plan at the April 6 City Council work session.March 26 work sessionAt the March 26 session there was a further discussion on the possibility of a one cent sales tax increase, what to do with anticipated payment-in-lieu fees for student housing projects, as well as miscellaneous discussions.Toward the end, Sanders hit reset on the discussion of the tax rate. On March 19, there had appeared to be consensus to limit the increase to a penny but Council still had to make decisions.“We're looking for you to finalize what scenario we are actually going with for offsetting, for addressing the fact that you're stepping back from two cent increase on the real estate tax to a one cent increase on the real estate tax,” Sanders said.However, that discussion did not happen at the meeting. Instead, Councilors sent suggestions to Sanders and Hammill via email on how to offset the funding if they wanted to proceed.April 2 wrap-upThe April 2 budget work session was described as a wrap-up session.“The items that are open for discussion that we're looking for answers on is closing out the review of the Vibrant Community Fund process and how Council is looking to utilize your Strategic Initiatives fund,” Sanders said.The Vibrant Community Fund process had been covered at the March 12 work session. This is how nonprofit organizations seek funding from Charlottesville. The full report can be seen here.Mayor Wade wanted to make sure everyone was on the same page regarding the penny increase on the real estate tax rate.“We had initially looked at a two cent tax increase, but we saw options where we could do one,” Wade said. “And I just want to make sure if you, if we have that information we can bring them make sure everyone's on the same page with that. And if I can get a head nod or yes from everyone as we go down the line, make sure we are all okay with that.”As the meeting began, Council had a $228,000 gap to fill if they wanted to go with a penny increase. Hammill displayed the math on a spreadsheet, a spreadsheet made available to the public after I asked for it.The real public hearings on April 6After multiple budget work sessions, Charlottesville City Council held the final set of public hearings on April 6 for the budget for Fiscal Year 2027 as well as the real property tax rate.The only speaker for the tax rate hearing was Richard Spurzem of the development company Neighborhood Properties who urged caution when increasing taxes.“Many communities have a history of reducing the tax rates when assessments go up,” Spurzem said. “For instance in Waynesboro in 2023 they reduced their tax rate from 90 cents to 77 cents.”Spurzem said Charlottesville is increasing the tax burden for business and he said that might lead to investors deciding to go somewhere else. He said the Development Code has so far led to no approvals for major buildings and the current student housing projects of the Verve and the Blume might be the last.“I don't know who's going to build hotels that are going to compete with the brand new hotels that UVA has built on Ivy Road and out at Darden,” Spurzem said.After the public hearing for the tax rate, budget director Krisy Hammill explained that the amended budget is for just over $280 million, higher than what had been recommended by City Manager Sam Sanders on March 6.In addition to including higher revenue forecasts, staff found several line items in the budget that will not be spent down in FY2026 so that money will be added to the FY2027 at around $910,000 in available revenue.“It includes a few accounts that generally we carry over from year to year, including Historic Resources, Sister City Funds, the citywide reserve, the Council Strategic Initiatives account, money or donations that have been received and unspent for the Grand Illumination, the Councilor discretionary funds, the Minority Business Fund and also the job fair,” Hammill said.Two people spoke during the public hearing on the budget including former Charlottesville Mayor Nikuyah Walker. She said people are beginning to feel the effects of an increased tax burden and said the city is not expanding the Charlottesville Homeowner Assistance Program fast enough to provide relief.“A lot of low income families are being pushed out and middle income families are struggling,” Walker said. “There are a lot of wealthy people in Charlottesville. We know that they can afford the increase, but because you all are not expanding it at the rate that you need to be, it is not as it was intended to work.”Walker also called on more accountability for Charlottesville City Schools.A second person wanted to know why health care for employees has increased 15 percent and why funding for public transportation is going up 17 percent.“And yet when I see the buses pass here, there, and everywhere, there's not many people riding the buses,” said Richard Finley, a recent Charlottesville resident. “Before you increase so dramatically, do you do an audit or an evaluation of the ridership on the buses?”Finley also asked if the city had ever tried to require the University of Virginia to make a payment in lieu of taxes to cover the cost to use municipal infrastructure.Councilor Lloyd Snook said under state law, a locality cannot compel such a payment but that an institution could make one voluntarily.April 9 adoptionCouncil held a special meeting on April 9 at 6:30 p.m. to formally adopt the tax rates and the budget for FY2027. The deadline under Charlottesville charter is April 15.While there were no surprises, the meeting gives a glimpse into some of the details of how taxation works in Virginia. Changes in Richmond can affect what happens in localities for years to come, such as when a former governor campaigned on elimination of the “car tax.”“The City gets about $3.5 million from the state every year,” said Charlottesville Commissioner of Revenue Todd Divers. “That's kind of what's left over from Governor [Jim] Gilmore's attempt to eliminate personal property tax. They tried it for a while, ran out of money, and then they sort of froze the amounts to all the localities, and that's the amount we get.”The city uses that $3.5 million to offset a percentage of everyone's personal property taxes. Council has to agreed to that number and this year it has been set at 31 percent.“Essentially, if your vehicle qualifies, if it's a personal use vehicle, 31 percent of your tax bill will be paid by the state,” Divers said.Council voted unanimously to approve that number.Next was a resolution to adopt the FY2027 budget and tax levy. City Manager Sam Sanders had some remarks and said that this has been another challenging budget year as he seeks ways to fund spending desired by the City Council.“I continue to talk about Charlottesville as a place that punches above its weight class,” Sanders said. “Every budget cycle is a reminder of that, because we are dedicated to the idea that we are that community and that we want to try to do as many things as we possibly can.”Sanders said the idea of a tax rate increase is hard for many and it weighs on him to have brought one forward.“My goal is always to help you not go but so far in any pursuit that you have as you change that rate, because it does go into the pockets of individuals who have difficulties in our community,” Sanders said.The advertised budget was for a two cent increase, but Council moved that down to one penny throughout the course of their work sessions.Then there was the vote.“We have a budget,” Wade said. “Thank you so much. So, do you like take a month's vacation?”“About an hour,” Hammill said.This reporter knows the feeling.Shout-out / PSA #2: Gretchen Walsh to speak at Emily Couric Leadership Forum on April 27This year's recipient of the Emily Couric Leadership Forum's leadership award is Olympic swimming champion Gretchen Walsh. She will be the speaker at a luncheon to be held at the Omni Hotel Charlottesville on Monday, April 27th at noon. Walsh, a 2025 UVA alum, is one of the most accomplished swimmers of her generation, holding 13 world records across long-course and short-course competition. Online ticket sales for the luncheon begin on Monday, March 23rd. For more information, visit, Emily Couric Leadership Forum dot OrgA rudimentary week ahead to fill a two minute gap in audio This week's edition is a little short so that's a good a time as any to look ahead to what's coming up the week of April 13. Monday the 13th!Let's start with the University of Virginia Board of Visitors who meet the evening of April 15 for a reception and again on April 16 for business. Committees that will convene include the Finance group and the Audit, Risk, and Compliance panel.In Albemarle, the Places29-Hydraulic Community Advisory Committee on Monday will hold a community meeting for a proposed rezoning that would allow for 15 townhouses on a one-acre parcel.On Tuesday, the Albemarle Planning Commission will discuss changes to the county's rule on importing fill dirt and will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a 400-person religious assembly hall right at Interstate 64's Exit 107 in Crozet.On Wednesday, the Albemarle Board of Supervisors will hear what “big moves” staff wants to make to implement a new Comprehensive Plan. Will lighting reform to protect the Dark Sky be on the list?In the evening, there will be a public hearing on increases of Development Fees as well as the tax rates for the current calendar year. A reminder that this includes a proposed 15 cent increase in the personal property tax rate. Then a public hearing on the budget, but Supervisors will wait a week before finally adopting the document.On Thursday, Albemarle County will hold a public meeting on the future of a pocket park on Hillsdale DriveIn Charlottesville, the Economic Development Authority meets on Tuesday and continue to do so off camera with no recording. Later on the Planning Commission meets and will have a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant funding. The Planning Commission will also take action on a special exception and get a report on a study of student housing fees.Next week the Housing Advisory Committee and the Board of Zoning Appeals will meet.More details in the Week Ahead newsletter that will go out on Sunday.Hello anyone who made it to this line! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

This week on KentNow, we've got everything from missing chocolate to missions to the moon… and yes, it all somehow connects right back to Kent. We kick things off with one of the more unusual headlines, 12 tons of KitKats gone missing (seriously), a Pokémon card crime trend that's raising some eyebrows, and a look at how companies like Blue Origin right here in Kent are helping power the Artemis II mission orbiting near the moon. Back at home, we recap the Mayor's State of the City, recent recognitions from Council, and our community who continues to show up, collecting more than 1,800 diapers and over 1,400 wipes for local families. We also dig into what's ahead for Meet Me on Meeker – Part 2, what construction will look like, and how this project fits into the bigger vision for downtown. (Hint: expect some changes, but all with a purpose.) Then, we're joined by our Government Affairs and Regional Policy Manager to break down what actually came out of this legislative session and what it means for Kent residents. And in our newest segment, Fix It Files, Public Works gives us a closer look at the work happening on the ground, and what's coming next. Plus, upcoming events, recycling opportunities, and a chance to grab coffee with the mayor.

Episode Summary:Join host Shane Silsby on The Public Works Podcast for a special episode featuring Tom Koutroulis, Director of Orange County Waste & Recycling. Go behind the scenes at the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill and discover how Tom and his team are leading the way in sustainability, education, compliance, and innovative waste management.In this episode, Tom shares his unique journey from private sector to public service, explains how Orange County is tackling California's recycling and landfill regulations, and highlights the county's efforts in composting, renewable energy, and community education. Learn about the challenges and successes of implementing circular economy practices, the importance of public participation, and the future of waste management technology. Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview00:42 - Meet Tom Koutroulis, Director of OC Waste & Recycling01:16 - Tom's Career Journey: Private to Public Sector03:53 - How Orange County's Landfills Operate06:01 - Funding, Compliance, and Enterprise Fund Explained08:14 - Sustainability & Circular Economy in OC10:56 - Composting Initiatives & Free Compost for Residents13:47 - What is Diversion? Why It Matters15:53 - SB 1383: Organics Diversion & Compliance18:32 - Challenges: Permitting, Education, and Outreach21:23 - Recycling Myths & Market Realities23:11 - Community Participation & Container Sorting24:33 - Advice for Other Communities26:33 - Education & Outreach: Schools and Public28:55 - Partnerships: Haulers, Cities, and Community31:34 - Landfill Tours & Community Engagement32:31 - Innovations & Technology in Waste Management34:36 - The Future: Waste-to-Energy & Advanced Recycling37:15 - Setting the Standard: OC's Leadership & Safety39:32 - Final Thoughts & How to Get Involved41:11 - Outro & Additional Landfill Tour VideosStick around for exclusive video snippets from our landfill tour and insights from the OC Waste & Recycling team.Whether you're a public works professional, a sustainability advocate, or just curious about what happens to your trash, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiration. Don't forget to like and subscribe to The Public Works Podcast; and visit oclandfills.com for more information!

Episode Summary: Join Joseph Blackman and Shane Silsby for the final episode of 2025 as they wrap up the year on The Public Works Podcast! In this special “2025 Wrap Up” show, the hosts reflect on their personal and professional highlights, including major speaking engagements, podcast milestones, and memorable travels across the country. They discuss the challenges and successes of producing content in the public works industry, share insights from key conferences and events, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at building relationships and growing their network.Episode Topics: ➡️Favorite moments and gifts of the year➡️Lessons learned from public works conferences and industry events➡️The importance of content creation, networking, and synergy calls➡️Reflections on podcast growth, accountability, and future goals ➡️A look ahead to 2026, including new targets and inspirational quotesCall to Action:Whether you're a public works professional, aspiring podcaster, or just curious about the industry, this episode is packed with stories, advice, and motivation for the year ahead. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to support the show and stay updated on future episodes!#PublicWorks #TPWP #2025Wrapped #YearInReview #IndustryInsights #ContentCreation #Networking #Goals #Inspiration #LookingAhead

Episode Title:"Leading with Authenticity: How Heart, Humor, and Humanity Shapes Strong Communities"Episode TImestamps & Topics: 0:00 – Introduction • Host Shane Silsby introduces the podcast and guest, Jenny Haruyama, highlighting her two decades of municipal experience and her reputation for authentic, approachable leadership.1:29 – Path to Public Service • Jenny shares her family's deep roots in public service and how her early experiences shaped her career in local government.4:08 – Pivotal Career Moments • Discussion of Jenny's non-traditional career path, including her time in finance, ethical challenges, and the importance of integrity and governance in public service. 6:36 – Day-to-Day as City Manager • Jenny describes the unpredictable and varied nature of her daily work, from council briefings to crisis communications, and emphasizes the importance of incremental progress.9:51 – Challenges Facing Local Government • Conversation about the biggest challenges cities face today: polarization, funding constraints, population growth, and the transition in Beaverton's form of government.16:09 – Fiscal Realities & Community Expectations • Jenny explains Beaverton's unique service structure, the complexities of property tax funding, and the importance of community surveys in prioritizing services. 21:59 – Infrastructure's Impact on Daily Life • The role of infrastructure in community livability, from roads and water to parks and broadband. Jenny shares how she communicates the value of infrastructure to residents.26:48 – Signature Projects in Beaverton • Highlights of major infrastructure projects, including a new water reservoir and neighborhood traffic calming initiatives, and their impact on community trust and engagement.30:24 – Leadership, Humor, and Authenticity • Jenny discusses the value of humor and authenticity in leadership, sharing examples of how her approach has helped build trust and diffuse tension within her team and community.35:27 – Advice for Future Public Service Leaders • Jenny offers guidance to young professionals: know your “why,” be a student of people, cultivate emotional intelligence, and seek input from others.40:47 – Building Organizational Culture • Insights into Beaverton's ongoing cultural transformation, the importance of strategic planning, psychological safety, and celebrating team accomplishments. 44:23 – The Future of Cities & Public Service • Jenny expresses optimism about digital advancements, especially AI, and their potential to improve government efficiency and service delivery.46:12 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect • Jenny shares how listeners can connect with her and learn more about Beaverton's work. The host wraps up with a call to action for listeners to subscribe and stay engaged. ________________________________________Stay Connected:Connect with Jenny Haruyama • Website: www.beavertonoregon.gov • Email: jharuyama@beavertonoregon.gov • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jenny-haruyamaEnjoyed the episode? • Subscribe to The Public Works Podcast on YouTube and follow on LinkedIn for more inspiring conversations with leaders in public service.

Episode Title: "Extreme Heat & Community Resilience - California's Bold Approach"Episode Summary:In this episode, host Shane Silsby is joined by Dr. Braden Kay and Kelly Meza Prado from California's Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. Together, they discuss the urgent challenge of extreme heat, the state's innovative grant programs, and how public works professionals can lead the way in building resilient and healthy communities. Learn about the science behind extreme heat, public health impacts, funding opportunities, and the values driving California's approach to climate resilience. Whether you're in public works, planning, or community leadership, this episode is packed with insights, practical advice, and grant details.Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: The Challenge of Extreme Heat01:22 – California's Statewide Approach & Guest Introductions03:11 – Kelly's Global-to-Local Journey in Climate & Public Health06:19 – Braden's Path: From DC to Arizona to California10:54 – Why Extreme Heat is a Top Priority for California13:41 – Public Health Risks & Economic Impacts16:41 – The Extreme Heat Community Resilience Program: Goals & Funding21:04 – Infrastructure, Value Engineering, and the Role of Public Works25:36 – Partnerships: Public Health Meets Public Works28:30 – Lessons from Early Grant Projects & Community Engagement32:24 – Funding Round 2: What Agencies Need to Know36:50 – Program Values: Harm Reduction, Partnerships, Transformation, Belonging41:34 – How to Get Involved: Partnership Meetings & Resources43:34 – National Implications: What Other States Can Learn48:51 – Funding Sources & The Future of Heat Resilience53:57 – Final Thoughts & Call to ActionResources:• Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program website: https://lci.ca.gov/climate/icarp/gran... • EHCRP Newsletter for ongoing updates: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/s... • Strategic Growth Council Grants: https://sgc.ca.gov/grant-programs/ If you found this episode valuable, please subscribe, leave a review, and share with your colleagues. Stay tuned for more conversations on building resilient communities!#ExtremeHeat #ClimateResilience #PublicWorks #California #Infrastructure #TPWP

Episode Title: "Building Communities Across Borders and Oceans"Episode Summary: Join us for an insightful conversation with Ray Dovalina, a veteran public works professional who has shaped infrastructure across multiple states and regions. From his early days in South Texas to leading major capital improvement programs in Phoenix, El Paso, and beyond, Ray shares invaluable lessons on leadership, community engagement, and building infrastructure that lasts.In this episode, we explore:*How working across different regions shaped approaches to infrastructure*The art of being an "engineering diplomat" *Building effective capital improvement programs*Balancing immediate maintenance needs with long-term planning*The importance of mentorship in public serviceTimestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Welcome to Chandler1:44 - Ray's Journey into Public Works & Civil Engineering3:24 - Working at Major Agencies: Caltrans, TxDOT, Phoenix6:17 - Defining Moments: Learning to Work with People7:37 - The Phoenix Experience: Front-Facing Public Service8:16 - Standardization & Process in High-Volume Environments9:53 - The Importance of Mentors & Role Models11:16 - How Public Service Has Evolved12:30 - Leading People with Dignity & Respect13:52 - Alignment: The Key to Moving Quickly in Government14:33 - Regional Differences: Arizona, Texas, Hawaii16:30 - Adapting to New Communities & Regulations20:13 - Data-Driven Decision Making & Asset Management29:42 - The Engineering Diplomat Concept33:31 - Proud Projects: Laveen Flood Control & South Mountain Freeway36:30 - Phoenix Light Rail & Downtown ASU Development38:26 - El Paso's Comprehensive Transportation Plan40:17 - Lightning Round: Best Leadership Advice40:56 - Misconceptions About Public Sector Work45:41 - Advice for Young Professionals47:09 - The Importance of Seeking Mentors48:49 - Final Thoughts & Closing

Are there certain songs that have been passed down in your family — that you sing together at gatherings, or that parents sing as lullabies? If you moved across the country or across the world, what songs would you bring with you to remind you of home?Back in the 1930s, an adventurous woman named Sidney Robertson went on a quest to document those kinds of songs across Northern California. With support from the federal government, Sidney and her small staff were able to collect and catalog hundreds of songs, capturing the music people brought with them when they moved here from all over the U.S. and the world.These recordings became a soundtrack that celebrates the cultures that make up the Bay Area, and they show how music has the power to connect us across generations and communities. In this story, reporter Sheryl Kaskowitz meets a family in Oakland who discovered the power of these recordings for themselves. It's the fourth episode of The Public Works, her series about how the New Deal transformed the Bay Area and what lessons we can learn from it today.

Episode Title:"Phoenix Rising: Infrastructure & Economic Development Strategies Supporting Responsible Growth"Episode Summary: Join host Shane Silsby for an in-depth conversation with Eric Johnson, Assistant Director of the Community & Economic Development Department at the City of Phoenix. Discover how infrastructure planning, interdepartmental coordination, and strategic vision drive economic opportunity in one of America's fastest-growing cities.In this episode, we explore:✅ The critical role of water, transportation, and utilities in attracting major investments✅ How Phoenix facilitated a $165 billion semiconductor project✅ Downtown revitalization and the infrastructure behind major developments✅ The partnership between economic development and public works departments✅ Phoenix's innovative water planning that supports continued growthTimestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview1:31 - Welcome & Guest Introduction3:02 - Eric's Journey: From Chicago to Phoenix Leadership7:26 - Downtown Phoenix Development & 3D Model Tour12:07 - When Infrastructure Became Critical to Economic Development16:42 - What Economic Development Really Means20:30 - Infrastructure's Role in Attracting Business25:46 - TSMC Project: Greenfield Development Case Study27:42 - Downtown Infrastructure: Upgrading for Vertical Growth32:05 - Top 5 Factors Companies Consider42:30 - Proactive Planning & State Land Partnerships48:27 - Internal Collaboration Between City Departments52:16 - Advice for Public Works Leaders57:33 - Future Challenges: Energy & Water1:03:24 - Career Advice for Aspiring Public Sector Leaders1:05:50 - Phoenix's Water Planning Success Story1:12:33 - Closing Thoughts & Call to ActionNext Steps:

The Center Square reveals Washington state's diversion of $375 million from a vital infrastructure loan fund to cover the operating budget. Local and statewide groups warn repeated withdrawals risk long-term damage to city and county projects. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/fiscal-fallout-375-million-bond-debt-indirectly-funding-operating-budget/ #Washington #infrastructure #budget #bonds #publicworks #PWAA #statepolitics #government #publicfunding #taxes

Episode Title: "Balancing Priorities - Perspectives on Leadership, Working Across Sectors, and the Future of Transportation"Episode Summary:Join us for an in-depth conversation with Jennifer Toth, Director of the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), as she shares her unique 360-degree perspective on transportation infrastructure. With experience spanning the private sector, local government, and state leadership, Jennifer offers valuable insights into how transportation decisions are made, funded, and delivered.In this episode, we explore Jennifer's career journey from aspiring ballerina to transportation leader, discuss the challenges of sustainable infrastructure funding, and learn about innovative approaches to collaboration between state and local agencies. Jennifer also shares her thoughts on emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles, workforce development challenges, and the importance of safety in transportation systems. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Welcome0:23 - Jennifer's Background & Career Overview2:51 - Early Career: From Ballet to Engineering4:37 - First Role at ADOT & Mentorship5:43 - Master's Thesis on Constructability6:21 - Transition to Private Sector Experience7:02 - Katrina Relief Effort & Lessons Learned8:36 - Defining Moment: Sedona Route 179 Project10:03 - Balancing Internal Promotions vs. External Hires11:57 - Return to Public Sector & Policy Work14:19 - Transition to Maricopa County DOT15:40 - Learning Collaboration at Local Level18:55 - Misconceptions About State DOTs20:30 - Project Development Process Challenges20:49 - Advice for Sector Transitions23:22 - Role as ADOT Director & Defining Success25:00 - Safety Campaign: "No Such Thing as Accidents"26:33 - Balancing Urban, Suburban & Rural Priorities27:59 - Next Move Arizona Listening Tour28:31 - Building Organizational Culture at ADOT29:54 - Partnerships & Collaboration30:46 - Transportation Funding Challenges31:30 - Gas Tax & Purchasing Power Issues32:19 - Electric Vehicles & Funding Impact34:00 - Educating Public on Funding Sources36:10 - Innovative Funding Solutions & P3s38:04 - Federal Grants vs. Formula Funding39:15 - Arizona's SMART Fund Program40:31 - Future of Transportation: Autonomous Vehicles & AI42:30 - Workforce Development Concerns44:30 - Cross-Training & Industry Collaboration45:39 - No Silver Bullet for Transportation Challenges46:10 - Leadership Habits: Planning & Reflection47:38 - Book Recommendations: Patrick Lencioni48:13 - Most Underrated: Maintenance & Operations49:14 - Advice for Next Generation50:32 - Final Safety Message51:05 - Closing RemarksResources Mentioned: Arizona Highways Magazine - https://www.arizonahighways.com/ Next Move Arizona (outreach coming March-April) https://azdot.gov/ Books: "The Advantage" and "The Team Player" by Patrick LencioniHit Subscribe for more conversations with public works and transportation leaders!#TPWP #ThePublicWorksPodcast #Infrastructure #publicservice #publicserviceinterview

Episode Description: Join host Shane Silsby as he tours the Orange County Sanitation District with General Manager, Rob Thompson. Discover how Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) is leading innovation in public works, from sustainable infrastructure to cutting-edge wastewater management. This episode features in-depth discussions, leadership insights, and on-site facility tours with the OC San team members keeping Orange County's water clean and safe.Timestamps & Sections: 00:00 – Introduction & Facility Overview Meet Rob Thompson and get an overview of OC San's new headquarters and mission.04:20 – Rob Thompson's Career Journey Rob shares his path from electrical engineering and oil & gas to public service and leadership at OC San.11:00 – Leadership, Culture, and Innovation How OC San fosters collaboration, transparency, and innovation in a large organization.15:20 – Headquarters Building Project Sustainability, design choices, and lessons learned from building OC San's new HQ.20:10 – Project Delivery & Financing OC San's approach to project execution, progressive design-build, and innovative funding strategies.27:45 – Key Infrastructure Projects Highlights of the Seal Beach Pump Station, Bay Bridge Pump Station, and Ocean Outfalls Rehabilitation.33:30 – Asset Management & Long-Term Planning How asset management and strategic planning drive OC San's priorities and project schedule.37:30 – Biosolids & Environmental Innovation Exploring new technologies like Supercritical Water Oxidation (SCWO) and deep well injection for biosolids.41:30 – Water Reuse & Regional Partnerships How OC San and Orange County Water District turn treated water into drinking water for the community.45:15 – Facility Tours & Team Spotlights On-site tours of the headworks, laboratory, primary basins, and solids handling, plus team interviews.54:00 – Leadership Insights & Final Thoughts Rob's advice for future public works leaders and the importance of innovation and data.57:00 – Outro & How to ConnectSubscribe, follow, and connect with The Public Works Podcast for more stories from infrastructure leaders. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share! Connect with us on LinkedIn and your favorite podcast platform for more stories from the people building our communities and providing public services.

Episode Title:Leadership, Resilience & the book "26 Seconds" ✈️ Episode Summary:Join host Shane Silsby as he sits down with Rossana D'Antonio, former Deputy Director of LA County Public Works, ASCE leader, and author of "26 Seconds." Rossana shares her journey from engineer to executive, her experience with disaster response, her advocacy for infrastructure and aviation safety, and the deeply personal story behind her book.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & About the Podcast00:27 - Meet Rossana D'Antonio: Background & Achievements01:59 - Rossana's Journey: From Engineer to Executive04:11 - Challenges at LA County Public Works07:51 - Emergency Management & Wildfire Response09:31 - Personal Impact of Disasters13:23 - Reflections on Public Service & Community Impact15:42 - ASCE Leadership & National Advocacy19:52 - The ASCE Infrastructure Report Card22:23 - Inspiring the Next Generation: Movies & Outreach27:19 - Mentorship & Professional Growth30:25 - Advice for Emerging Engineers32:33 - About "26 Seconds": Writing the Book39:05 - The Story Behind the Title42:39 - Aviation Safety & Systemic Gaps44:54 - Advocacy & How Viewers Can Get Involved46:11 - Looking Ahead: Rossana's Next Chapters48:10 - Closing Thoughts & Where to Find "26 Seconds"49:39 - Outro & Final Reflections

Episode Summary: Welcome to The Public Works Podcast! In this episode, host Shane Silsby sits down with Anthony-Paul "AP" Diaz, Superintendent / Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Seattle. AP shares his journey from Los Angeles to Seattle, leadership lessons from managing two of America's largest park systems, the power of public-private partnerships, and the vital role of parks in building healthy, connected communities. Plus, AP offers advice for future leaders and reveals his favorite Seattle spots.Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome01:21 – AP Diaz's Background & Path to Public Service03:14 – Transition from Law to Parks Leadership06:07 – Embracing Seattle's Community Values09:16 – Decision-Making in Parks & Urban Growth11:47 – Parks as Essential Infrastructure14:19 – LA Projects: Greek Theater & Pandemic Response18:56 – Parks, Equity, and Community Connection22:00 – Lessons from LA & Public-Private Partnerships26:17 – Embracing Change & “Failing Forward” in Government30:34 – Volunteerism, Education, and Community Engagement35:36 – Building Consensus & Delivering Public Projects39:43 – The Power of Events & Parks in Civic Identity44:06 – Sustainability, Climate, and Seattle's Waterfront Park48:09 – Advice for Future Leaders & Volunteer Programs52:34 – Quickfire: Favorite Park, Event, and Scenic Spot56:36 – Childhood Memories & The Lasting Impact of Parks59:46 – Final Thoughts & How to Get Involved1:03:00 – Outro & Where to Find the PodcastCall to Action:Enjoy the episode and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from leaders in public service! Follow

You'll learn why fleet leadership is evolving, how to translate technical KPIs into meaningful business impact, and why telling your fleet story is one of the most important skills you can develop. The conversation also explores how modern fleet managers can eliminate blind spots, improve asset availability, and build trust with leadership using clear, defensible data. They also preview NAFA sessions designed to help new and emerging leaders build confidence through hands-on learning, including an interactive “fleet escape room” experience. If you're struggling to explain your value, improve fleet performance, or move from reactive to proactive operations, this episode gives you the roadmap. Key Takeaways: Fleet Success Starts with Eliminating Blind Spots You can't improve what you can't see. Metrics like availability, PM compliance, and downtime trends are critical, but only if you understand and contextualize them. Visibility → Confidence → Better Decisions. 2. KPIs Don't Matter Without Context Leadership doesn't care about “98% availability,” they care about: Your job is to translate data into meaningful outcomes. 3. Fleet Managers Must Become Storytellers The most impactful skill: explaining the “why” behind fleet decisions Tailor messaging based on audience: 4. Fleet Leadership Paths Are Changing There are now 3 primary paths into fleet leadership: Technician → Supervisor → Manager (traditional) Industry + education hybrid (operations + admin) Non-technical leaders (finance, analysts, engineers) 5. Purpose Drives Culture and Performance Technicians aren't just fixing vehicles, they're enabling: Repeating this purpose builds engagement and retention. 6. Think Small to Drive Big Change Large initiatives fail without incremental execution Focus on: 7. Continuous Learning Is Non-Negotiable Fleet managers must actively seek knowledge: The biggest risk:  not knowing what you don't know Speaker Bios Facundo Tassara Fleet Success Ambassador, RTA Facundo Tassara brings over 26 years of experience across public and private fleet operations. As Fleet Success Ambassador at RTA, he helps fleet leaders eliminate blind spots, improve performance, and confidently communicate their value to leadership. With a background spanning shop operations, government fleet, and technology, Facundo is passionate about helping fleets transition from reactive chaos to structured, data-driven success.Bradley Northrup Public Works Fleet Superintendent, City of Carlsbad Bradley Northrup leads fleet operations for the City of Carlsbad, where he has driven significant performance improvements and helped the organization earn recognition as the #1 small fleet in the nation. Starting his career as a technician, Bradley advanced through leadership roles in San Diego County, specializing in acquisitions, policy, and electrification initiatives. He is an active NAFA contributor and advocate for fleet education, leadership development, and industry collaboration. Looking to take the next step to fleet success? Start by requesting your free copy of The Fleet Success Playbook. Written by fleet professionals for fleet professionals, the Playbook breaks down the four key pillars of fleet success, and gives you the tools you need to build a truly great fleet. Request your free (yes, really, free!) copy here: https://rtafleet.com/resources/fleet-success-playbook?utm_source=simplecast&utm_medium=footer_notes&utm_campaign=episode_213 Control fleet chaos with RTA Fleet360, proven software designed by fleet managers for fleet managers: https://rtafleet.com/book-a-demo?utm_source=simplecast&utm_medium=footer_notes&utm_campaign=episode_213

A new visitor centre is opening today at one of the country's oldest and largest megalithic cemetries in Carrowmore in County Sligo. Rosemary Collier from the Office of Public Works.

Why did it take nearly a decade to redesign a city trash can, and why haven't more bins made the streets cleaner? What infrastructure mystery keeps you up at night? Submit your Service Request by recording a voice memo with your question and emailing it to servicerequest@99pi.org. Service Request is a production of 99% Invisible and Campside Media. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cape Town’s housing backlog, now exceeding 600 000 households, has once again brought the issue of state-owned land into focus, with attention on the potential release of underutilised military sites such as Wingfield, Youngsfield and Ysterplaat. Minister Dean Macpherson has indicated support for unlocking portions of this land, which has been the subject of ongoing discussions between the City of Cape Town, the Western Cape Government and National Government. While estimates suggest these sites could accommodate tens of thousands of housing units, questions remain around timelines, planning and implementation. Minister Dean Macpherson, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, speaks to John Maytham about what this process could look like in practice and how quickly it can move from commitment to delivery. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Moreno Administration is setting a goal of filling 1,500 potholes per week. Steve Nelson, Deputy CAO for Infrastructure & Director of Public Works for the City of New Orleans, joins Dave Cohen to explain how they plan on accomplishing it.

This hour, Dave Cohen has on Steve Nelson, Deputy CAO for Infrastructure & Director of Public Works for the City of New Orleans, explain the Moreno Administration's plan to get 1,500 potholes filled per week.

On today's show, Dave Cohen talks to Ron Faucheux, political analyst & publisher of "Lunchtime Politics," about how much a person's financial situation and the economy affect their political ideology. Then, Steve Nelson, Deputy CAO for Infrastructure & Director of Public Works for the City of New Orleans, joins the show to explain the Moreno Administration's plan to get 1,500 potholes filled per week. Dave Cohen opens the phone lines, and the WWL callers discuss if there is any positive economic benefit from illegal immigration and if President Trump has done anything (or nothing) for the average American citizens.

On Today's Episode –The guys dive headfirst into the latest updates from the war in Iran with special guest Dr. Bonner Cohen. We're going beyond the surface level today as Bonner and Mark provide a masterclass on the region's history to explain how we got here. Plus, whatever happened to Greenland? We discuss why this massive territory has completely fallen off the news map lately.Tune in for all the Funhttps://www.cfact.org/Bonner R. Cohen is a senior policy analyst with the Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow, where he concentrates on energy, natural resources, and international relations. He also serves as a senior policy adviser with the Heartland Institute, senior fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research, and as adjunct scholar at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Articles by Dr. Cohen have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Investor's Business Daily, New York Post, Washington Times, National Review, Philadelphia Inquirer, Detroit News, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Miami Herald, and dozens of other newspapers in the U.S. and Canada. He has been interviewed on Fox News, CNN, Fox Business Channel, BBC, BBC Worldwide Television, NBC, NPR, N 24 (German language news channel), Voice of Russia, and scores of radio stations in the U.S. Dr. Cohen has testified before the U.S. Senate committees on Energy & Natural Resources and Environment & Public Works as well as the U.S. House committees on Natural Resources and Judiciary. He has spoken at conferences in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Bangladesh. Dr. Cohen is the author of two books, The Green Wave: Environmentalism and its Consequences (Washington: Capital Research Center, 2006) and Marshall, Mao und Chiang: Die amerikanischen Vermittlungsbemuehungen im chinesischen Buergerkrieg (Marshall, Mao and Chiang: The American Mediations Effort in the Chinese Civil War) (Munich: Tuduv Verlag, 1984). Dr. Cohen received his B.A. from the University of Georgia and his Ph.D. – summa cum laude – from the University of Munich.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lawyers are concerned proposed changes to the Public Works Act go too far, and will give landowners fewer options to dispute their home begin taken. An amendment bill currently before select committee seeks to overhaul the Act which allows the Crown and local authorities to acquire private land to deliver public works projects such as roads or water services.

On Today's Episode –Mark and Matt are joined by Bonner Cohen again, and the fellas talk about this week's past State of the Union address by Pres. Trump.Tune in for all the Fun Bonner R. Cohen is a senior policy analyst with the Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow, where he concentrates on energy, natural resources, and international relations. He also serves as a senior policy adviser with the Heartland Institute, senior fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research, and as adjunct scholar at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Articles by Dr. Cohen have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Investor's Business Daily, New York Post, Washington Times, National Review, Philadelphia Inquirer, Detroit News, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Miami Herald, and dozens of other newspapers in the U.S. and Canada. He has been interviewed on Fox News, CNN, Fox Business Channel, BBC, BBC Worldwide Television, NBC, NPR, N 24 (German language news channel), Voice of Russia, and scores of radio stations in the U.S. Dr. Cohen has testified before the U.S. Senate committees on Energy & Natural Resources and Environment & Public Works as well as the U.S. House committees on Natural Resources and Judiciary. He has spoken at conferences in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Bangladesh. Dr. Cohen is the author of two books, The Green Wave: Environmentalism and its Consequences (Washington: Capital Research Center, 2006) and Marshall, Mao und Chiang: Die amerikanischen Vermittlungsbemuehungen im chinesischen Buergerkrieg (Marshall, Mao and Chiang: The American Mediations Effort in the Chinese Civil War) (Munich: Tuduv Verlag, 1984). Dr. Cohen received his B.A. from the University of Georgia and his Ph.D. – summa cum laude – from the University of Munich.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.