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A new podcast from the City of Ames. Up Close features stories from Ames' residents and works to build connections between guests and listeners.
Sustainability Coordinator, Nolan Sagan is on the pod today. Nolan gives us a high level overview of the City's Climate Action Plan, two new grant programs, and some practical ways that everyone can contribute to sustainability.
Get more information about the City of Ames' sustainability initiatives and the Climate Action Plan at www.CityofAmes.org/Sustainability.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
City Forester, Gabriele Edwards, is on the pod this week talking about trees. She gives us details on how the City of Ames cares for trees in the winter months and also gives YOU some ideas on how you can care for your trees.
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
Aquatics Manager, LeAnn Hawk, is on the pod this week talking about everything aquatic at Ames Parks and Recreation. Furman Aquatic Center, lifeguard hiring, and swim lessons, let's take a dip in what Ames Aquatics offers.
For more information about the Ames Parks and Recreation, check out www.AmesParkRec.org.
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
Animal Control Supervisor, Ron Edwards, is on the pod this week talking about the Ames Animal Shelter, adopting a pet, ways to give back to the animals, and gives us an update on Good Boy.
For more information about the Ames Animal Shelter, check out www.AmesAnimalShelter.org.
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
Budget Manager, Nancy Masteller, and Budget Analyst, Patti Lehman are on the pod this week talking about the City Budget. They highlight the process, but also the City Council Budget Overview meeting on Friday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. and the City Services Budget Presentation meetings on Feb. 4, 5, and 6 all beginning at 5:15 p.m. All of these are public meetings that will take place in the Council Chambers at City Hall (515 Clark Avenue) and are viewable online on the City's YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@CityofAmesTelevision), the City's Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/cityofames), and the City's website (https://ames.granicus.com/player/camera/3?publish_id=9&redirect=true)
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
Utility Customer Services Supervisor, John Odenweller, is on the pod this week talking about Utility Customer Services, setting up accounts and services, and paying your bills.
For more information about Utility Customer Services and how you can create an account, check out www,AmesUtilities.com.
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
Public Works Operation Manager, Justin Clausen, is on the pod this week talking about snow and how the City runs it's streets operations in the winter. Do you live on a Snow Route? Justin lets you know how you can find out!
For more information about the Snow Ordinance, Snow Routes, and our cool snow plow tracker, check out www.CityofAmes.org/Snow.
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org.
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
On the inaugural episode of Ames in Focus, Mayor John Haila joins us to look back at his seven years as Ames Mayor, the successes of 2024, and the Ames City Council priorities for 2025.
Get more information about Ames at www.CityofAmes.org
If you would like to learn more about or apply to be considered for an Ames Board or Commission, go to www.CityofAmes.org/BoardsandCommissions
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
Ames in Focus is a new podcast from the City of Ames, Iowa. Each episode will focus on the people, places, and programs that make Ames special. Make sure to like or subscribe to get episodes each week with members of the City of Ames discussing initiatives, programs, and events.
Get more information about things happening in Ames at www.CityofAmes.org
Ames in Focus is a City of Ames podcast.
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