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Department of Community Services Apr 11, 2023

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Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Dina Barclay, Director of the Community Services Department and Lisa Furlow, Chief of Aging and Human Services.
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/community-services

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Let's Get Fiscal: Enterprise Funds Apr 04, 2023

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Tune in to hear Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer, share what's going on this spring with Charles County's budget season! Jake explains what enterprise funds in the County are, and discusses what residents can expect for the FY24 budget.
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/fiscal-and-administrative-services/budget-division

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Let's Get Fiscal: Property Taxes Mar 09, 2023

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Tune in for the second in our series Let's Get Fiscal featuring Jake Dyer, Chief of Budget. This episode we will unpack property taxes here in Charles County.
Real Property Assessment Appeal Form
https://assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov/start.aspx
State Wide 2022-2023 Tax Rates
https://dat.maryland.gov/Documents/statistics/TaxRates_2022.pdf
SDAT’s Tax Credit Programs
https://dat.maryland.gov/Pages/Tax-Credit-Programs.aspx
Treasury page - “Your Taxes” – this gives you the taxes a homeowner can apply through SDAT:
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/fiscal-and-administrative-services/treasury-taxes/your-taxes
Applications for tax credits that the County reviews/approves:
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/fiscal-and-administrative-services/treasury-taxes

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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: Overview Feb 27, 2023

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Tune in to hear Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer, begin the first of several conversations about all things related to fiscal practices and budgeting in Charles County Government! In this episode, you'll get to meet Jake, hear about his work, and get an idea of why it's so much more than just numbers!

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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

The Gift of Engagement Dec 15, 2022

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Looking for a great gift to give this holiday season? How about giving the gift of your engagement? That's right: we want you to get more engaged with your community this December and right on into the new year!! Tune in to hear Sylvia Royster, Charles County Public Schools' Director of Community Engagement and Equity, and Gus Proctor, the Charles County Sheriff's Office's Community Organizer, share how you can get more involved with both these organizations.

To learn more about Charles County Public Schools, go to : www.ccboe.com

To learn more about the Charles County Sheriff's Office, visit: www.ccso.us

You can find all their social media handles on these pages!

Still looking for gift ideas?? It's not too late to listen to last year's Gift of Information podcast series--you can find all three episodes from December 2021 in our library of episodes wherever you get your podcasts or at https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/media-services/charles-county-government-television/podcast...

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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

Broadband: Long Driveway Grant Program Dec 09, 2022

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In this episode, learn more about the Long Driveway Category 3 Program and how to take advantage of it, as media intern and host Jacob Buchanan talks with Deborah Hall, Deputy County Administrator, and Evelyn Jacobson, Chief Information Officer.
Long Driveway Grant Program
Charles County Broadband

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Get Connected with Media Services Dec 02, 2022

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Tune in to hear Lead Producer, Brent Huber, and Communications Coordinator, Erin Pomrenke, share the ways you can access LOTS of information from Charles County Government. From accessing CCGTV, to signing up for ENews and checking the online calendar, this episode will help you get connected!

To find all the resources mentioned, check out https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/media-services/get-connected

CCGTV
Live Stream
Video on Demand

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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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Exploring Historic Preservation: Deep Roots, Many Branches Nov 01, 2022

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Tune in to hear Charles County Government’s work on historic preservation , with a focus on recognizing and celebrating African-American history. Planning Supervisor, Cathy Thompson, and Video Production Specialist, Lee Ann Stone, converse about their perspective roles in researching history, talking to community members, and telling stories with award-winning videos.
Follow this link to view the Deep Roots and Many Branches video series.

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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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Conversation with Center for Abused Persons Oct 27, 2022

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In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we spoke with Center for Abused Persons (CAP) Community Outreach Specialist Michala Knight and Board President Roz Manley. Along with talking about the support that CAP offers to those impacted by domestic violence, Roz also shared her story about being a victim and survivor of domestic violence.

If you or someone you know are impacted by domestic violence, you can contact 9-1-1 in emergencies, as well as CAP’s Crisis Hotline at 301-645-3336. You can also visit their website at www.centerforabusedpersonscharlescounty.org for more information and to find their calendar of events, ways to donate, and social media pages. You can also listen to our previous episode featuring CAP at https://apple.co/3gMwnmR.
Previous Podcast: CAP Domestic Violence Awareness

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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

Return of the Ghosts of Charles County Oct 04, 2022

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It's been a while since our last podcast about the Ghost of Charles County, so we're stepping back into the paranormal with the Return of the Ghosts of Charles County.
Brent Huber, Lead Producer for CCGTV talks with Patrick and Emily Burke of Asylum Paranormal and Sublime Soul about the paranormal, their connection with our Tourism Division and investigations taking place in Port Tobacco.
For information on the investigation in Port Tobacco on October 30, visit:
HalloweenPortTobacco.EventBrite.com
The Ghost of Charles County podcast from 2018.

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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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