Government

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:

Ep. 24 - Child Care & Early Learning with Brandy Allen, Director of Planning & Community Development and Kelly Taylor, Executive Director-Montgomery County Community Foundation Mar 02, 2020

Show notes

In this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses child care & early learning in Crawfordsville with Brandy Allen and Kelly Taylor. Learn about Crawfordsville's past with child care & early learning providers and the solutions that we are working towards in order to improve. Also, learn how you can be an active member in the improvement of our child care & early learning environment here in Crawfordsville.

For more information visit www.mccf-in.org/early-childhood-coalition

Ep. 23 - Fusion 54 with Jim Johnson, Director of Fusion 54 Feb 17, 2020

Show notes

In this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses the great co-working space downtown, Fusion 54 with Jim Johnson, the Director of the building. Learn about what is available in the building, what co-working is, how Fusion 54 is helping business grow and stay in Crawfordsville, IN, and much more!

Ep. 22 - 2020 GLVC Swimming & Diving Championships w/ Jim Naumovich, Heather Shirk, and Kevin Hedrick Feb 03, 2020

Show notes

In this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses 2020 GLVC Swimming & Diving Championships Jim Naumovich, Heather Shirk, and Kevin Hedrick. Learn about the schedule of events, what there is to do around Crawfordsville, what makes a pool fast, and more! Also, we announce a new host, Chuck Ranspach.

Ep. 21 - Mayor Barton's State of the City Address Jan 17, 2020

Show notes

This is a recording of Mayor Todd Barton's State of the City Address during the January 16th State of the Community event held at the Fusion 54 building in downtown Crawfordsville.

Ep. 20 - Fawn Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation Jan 06, 2020

Show notes

In this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses the multifaceted nature of the parks and recreation department with director, Fawn Johnson. From how many parks Crawfordsville has and how they are maintained, to opportunities at the Community Center and how to sign up, this is an informative episode for anyone interested in Crawrfordsville's parks and recreation center.

Ep. 19 - Snow Removal with Scott Hesler Dec 23, 2019

Show notes

This episode, Mayor Barton discusses the very important and timely topic of snow removal with Street Commissioner, Scott Hesler. From planning to maintenance to how you can help, hear about all things snow removal.

Episode 18 - Progress Report Dec 09, 2019

Show notes

This episode is an update in which the Mayor runs through a large list of topics in order to give the status on current events in our great city.

Some time markers for your convenience:

0:35 - Top Three Things of Interest of the Next 2 Weeks

3:07 - Update on the Podcast

4:28 - Street Paving

7:07 - Private and City Owned Streets

9:39 - Zoning Code Progress

11:14 - West Side Truck Traffic Issue

14:10 - Market Street Rail Overpass Funding

16:24 - Franklin Street Rail Status

18:22 - Ben Hur Building

23:42 - Downtown Trail Construction

26:46 - City Council Agendas (vaping products discussed here)

32:57 - Changes in the City Council

35:52 - Economic Development

39:15 - Housing Development

39:57 - Childcare

42:55 - Marketing Project

45:09 - Wayfinding Project

47:26 - Sugar Creek Erosion

50:37 - Mobile Integrated Health

54:14 - Wrap Up

Ep 17 - Crawfordsville Fire Department with Chief Scott Busenbark Nov 25, 2019

Show notes

On this episode, Mayor Barton speaks with Fire Chief, Scott Busenbark about the importance and characteristics of the Crawfordsville Fire Department.

Ep. 16 - The Montgomery County Leadership Academy with Lynn Ringis Nov 11, 2019

Show notes

On this episode, Mayor Barton discusses the importance of and opportunity at the Montgomery County Leadership Academy with the Executive Director, Lynn Ringis. If you are curious about the Academy or want to join its ranks, this episode is for you!

Ep. 15 - The Crawfordsville Police Department with Chief Norman Oct 28, 2019

Show notes

On this episode you will hear Mayor Barton discuss some of the key aspects of the Crawfordsville Police Department with Chief Mike Norman.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Crawfordsville Connection

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected