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Crawfordsville Connection

Crawfordsville Connection is a podcast dedicated to keeping people up to date on what’s happening in the city of Crawfordsville. With Mayor Todd Barton as the main contributor, the show informs the public about current events, introduces the community to public officials, and educates the city about governing processes. Expect guest appearances and a variety of important topics!

Latest Episodes:

SPECIAL EPISODE: City Awarded Federal Funding for Market Street Railroad Crossing Elimination Project Nov 02, 2026

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Welcome to a special episode of the Crawfordsville Connection Podcast! BIG NEWS for the City of Crawfordsville - The City has been awarded funding for the Market Street rail overpass by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) under the Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program.

Listen to learn more about this project regarding the planning process currently taking place, the data submitted in the grant application, and details about the next steps of the process.

Special Episode for Planning Grant Funding Award January 2025: https://crawfordsvillemayortime.libsyn.com/special-episode-city-of-crawfordsville-awarded-federal-funding-for-16-million-market-street-railroad-crossing-elimination-project

For more information regarding the Rail Crossing Elimination project: www.crawfordsvillecrossing.com

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 311: General Update (November 2026) Nov 02, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into city projects and community happenings such as the parks master plan, city hall updates, housing developments, and more!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 310: Montgomery County Update and Halloween on Main Street Oct 26, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Montgomery County Commissioners President, Dan Guard, for a county update on local projects, priorities, and initiatives impacting our community! Plus, Dale Taylor, a Main Street resident, joins us to talk about Crawfordsville's beloved Halloween night tradition. Learn how it got started, how the neighborhood transforms into a movie-like Halloween experience, how much candy residents hand out, and what makes this annual event so special.

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 309: Montgomery County Community Foundation 35 Years of Impact Oct 19, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Sarah Storms and Kelly Taylor from the Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) as they celebrate 35 years of investing in our community. Learn how MCCF supports local organizations, scholarships, and early childhood education, and hear about its new Community Dashboard and strategic plan for the future of Montgomery County. Plus, get details on MCCF's 35th anniversary celebration on October 28!

Learn more about MCCF and its work in our community to help build a stronger future for Montgomery County: www.mccf-in.org

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 308: Flock Cameras & Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) Oct 12, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, Police Chief Aaron Mattingly joins us to answer questions about Flock cameras. What are Flock cameras, how do they work, and what do they mean for our community? We discuss automated license plate readers, how law enforcement uses the technology, who can access the information, privacy protections, and the policies and safeguards in place. Tune in to learn more about this tool and get answers to frequent questions.

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 307: General Update (October 2026) Oct 05, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into city projects and community happenings such as the sidewalk program, city hall changes, retail activity and more!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 306: Frequently Asked Questions Sep 28, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have a special episode going over some of the City's most frequently asked questions. Who owns ____ property? When is the new Kroger opening and what is going into the current building? What is the city's stance on data centers? Listen to this episode to learn more about some of our most popular questions.

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 305: Voting in Crawfordsville & Montgomery County Sep 21, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, we're joined by Virginia Servies and Phil Boots and we're talking about voting and the importance of participating in local elections. We'll walk through the voting process, important election dates, how to check your registration and ballot, what to expect at the polls, and how you can become an informed voter. Whether you're a first-time voter or just need a refresher, this episode has the information you need to be ready for Election Day.

Helpful resources: • IndianaVoters.gov: https://indianavoters.in.gov/ • Indiana Citizen: https://indianacitizen.org/

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 304: 2026 Celebration of Unity Sep 14, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, we're talking about Humans United for Equality's 2026 Celebration of Unity with Zachary Anderson, Kathy Walker and Deborah Kochert, along with Mayor Todd Barton. We'll discuss HUE's work in Montgomery County, what attendees can expect at this year's event, and how opportunities to celebrate diversity and build connections strengthen our community. Join us for the 8th annual Celebration of Unity on September 19 from 4PM to 8PM at Pike Place!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Ep. 303: General Update (September 2026) Sep 07, 2026

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Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects like the MUST meeting, Market Street drainage issues, housing developments, and more!

Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville

To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

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