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Let's Get Fiscal: Economic Development Nov 06, 2024

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Tune in and hear Mark Thompson, Chief of Commercial Development with the Economic Development Department, talk with Jake Dyer and Doria Fleisher about how economic development brings important revenue into the county. You’ll hear about some exciting new projects and find out how you can get news and alerts on businesses coming to Charles County!

To learn more about Charles County’s Economic Development Department and sign up for their monthly newsletter that includes a listing of new businesses coming soon and opening up in Charles County, visit www.meetcharlescounty.com
Learn more about how retailers like grocery stores choose their locations, check out this episode of Charles County Now: https://youtu.be/-RxzCO4FinU?si=a5-Nd9ukg_Ml1Ozk
And to learn more about Citizens Academy, a great opportunity to learn more about all that’s going on in Charles County Government, visit: https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/media-services/community-engagement

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Meet Your Boards and Commissions: Board of Fire Rescue Nov 04, 2024

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In this episode, we sit with Lynn Gilroy, Chairperson for the Charles County Board of Fire and Rescue to discuss what the Board is, what it does, and it impacts the citizens of Charles County.
This is part of our Inside Your County Government podcast series, "Meet Your Boards and Commissions".

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If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe.

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And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center Oct 30, 2024

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This episode is part of our Inside Our Community series. We talk with Deputy Executive Director, Joanna Mupanduki, of the Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center about what they do and how they assist victims of any crime throughout the State.
Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center

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If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe.

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The Ghost of Charles County: The Ghost Strike Back Oct 23, 2024

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We step away from budgets, policy and other government topics for a little fun with the paranormal this spooky season. Paranormal Investigators Patrick and Emily Burke discuss what motivates them, the paranormal activity in Charles County, and how they are working with our Tourism Department to investigate historical sites and blend the paranormal with the history.
For information on tickets for the 10/25/24 investigation:
Sublime Soul Shop
Visit Charles County Tourism at:
Explore Charles County
Previous podcast in the Ghost of Charles Count series:
The Ghost of Charles County
Return of the Ghost of Charles County

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If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe.

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Cracking the Code: Permits and Zoning Oct 16, 2024

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Let's Get Fiscal: Department Budgets Oct 09, 2024

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As planning for Fiscal Year 2026 begins, each department within Charles County Government begins to consider its needs. In this episode, Fiscal & Administrative Services' Jake Dyer joins in conversation with Michelle Frye, Deputy Director, Economic Development Department and Sam Drury, Deputy Director, Recreation, Parks & Tourism Department to discuss how their departments involve feedback from staff and the community to plan for their budget requests.

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Meet the Boards and Commissions: Interfaith Commission Oct 02, 2024

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This episode is part of our Boards and Commissions Series. Boards and Commissions play a crucial role in shaping our community, and over this series, we’ll be exploring what they do, why they’re important, and how you can get involved.
This episode features Rev. Kate Heichler, Chairperson for the Charles County Interfaith Commission. Learn what the Commission is, what it does, and how it assist our community.
For more information, visit the Interfaith Commission at this link:
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/boards-commissions/interfaith-commission

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If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe.

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Inside Our Community: Charitable Trust Sep 25, 2024

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This episode is part of our Inside Our Community series. County Government works with associated agencies that play an important role in shaping our community, and over this series we’ll be exploring what they do, why they’re important, and how you can get engaged.
This episode features Christie Burnett, Executive Director of the Charles County Charitable Trust. Learn what the Trust is, how and why it was formed, and what they do to assist our community.
The Charles County Charitable Trust can be found here: https://www.charlesnonprofits.org/

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Cracking the Code: Overview Sep 18, 2024

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Tune in to hear Liz Theobalds, Deputy County Attorney, begin the first of several conversations about all things related to Charles County Government’s zoning and permit practices. In this episode, you'll get to meet Liz and hear about her work. In future episodes, Liz and other employees will help you “crack the code”—learning the who, what, and why behind Charles County’s ordinances!

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If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe.

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Let's Get Fiscal: Community Re-Investment and Repair Funding Sep 11, 2024

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In 2023, the Maryland General Assembly approved the Cannabis Reform Act, which created an additional revenue stream for all counties in Maryland, including Charles County. This money became available through the state’s collection of funds from the sale of cannabis for recreational use. Tune in to hear Jake Dyer from Fiscal and Administrative Services talk about Charles County Government’s plan for this new special revenue fund!

To learn more about the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund at the state level, visit:

https://marylandtaxes.gov/cannabis/

https://cannabis.maryland.gov/Pages/home.aspx

https://ose.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx

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If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe.

We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners

And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

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