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From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: April 29-30, 2025 May 01, 2025

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Here's a brief update on the April 29-30, 2025 County Commissioners meetings.

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Emergency Preparedness: Tornadoes Apr 30, 2025

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In this episode of Ready, Set, Prepare, Charles County Emergency Manager Wade Hubert and host Doria Fleisher discuss the real threat of tornadoes, including lessons learned from the devastating 2002 La Plata F4 tornado. Learn how the county prepares behind the scenes, what you can do at home to stay safe, and why signing up for the Citizen Notification System is a must. From emergency kits to safe shelter tips, this episode offers life-saving guidance for these fast-moving, unpredictable storms.
Creating safe spaces in a tornado
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_rsl_fema-p-361-safe-rooms-for-tornadoes-and-hurricanes_042025.pdf
Tornado Safety
National Weather resource: before, during, and after a tornado
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/alerts/citizen-notification-system
Sign up for Citizen Notification System so you receive tornado and other alerts

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Inside Our Community | The Jude House Apr 25, 2025

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In this episode we're exploring the Jude House with Erica Jones, Customer Relations, Outreach and Alumni Coordinator and Susie Thompson, Executive Director of the Jude House.

The Jude House (www.JudeHouse.org)

Inside Our Community is part of a series that highlights Associated agencies that play an important role in shaping our community; what they do, why they’re important, and how you can get engaged.

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From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: April 8, 2025 Apr 09, 2025

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Here's a brief update on the April 8, 2025 County Commissioners meeting.

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Cracking the Code: Nuisance Abatement Apr 09, 2025

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What does nuisance abatement mean for Charles County residents? In this episode of Cracking the Code, Jarrington Bazemore, Inspection Supervisor, and Liz Theobalds, Deputy County Attorney, explain how zoning regulations help keep neighborhoods clean and safe. Learn about property maintenance rules, common violations, and the enforcement process, plus why talking to your neighbors first can make all the difference. Stay informed and help maintain the beauty of Charles County!

How does someone report a residential public nuisance?
1. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/planning-and-growth-management/report-a-structure
2. Calling our inspection telephone line at 240-776-6670, or
3. Via email (pzinspections@charlescountymd.gov), or

In person by coming to the Government Building located at 200 Baltimore Street La Plata, MD 20646
* Before reporting a nuisance we encourage persons to talk with their neighbor(s). A part of being a good neighbor is taking care of your property.

https://charlescountymd.info/appointmentrequest

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Legislative Proposals Update: March 25, 2025 Mar 27, 2025

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Here's an update on the Charles County 2025 legislative proposals.

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Inside Our Community | Toiletry & Company Mar 27, 2025

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In this episode we talk with Rochelle Campbell, Executive Director of Toiletry & Company about what they do for our community and importance of their mission.

Toiletry & Co

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.

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From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: March 25, 2025 Mar 26, 2025

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Here's a brief update on the March 25, 2025 County Commissioners meeting.

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Emergency Preparedness: Flooding Mar 26, 2025

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Learn how to prepare for and respond to flooding in Charles County with this episode of Ready, Set, Prepare! Join hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Division and Wade Haubert, Emergency Management, along with Beth Groth, Climate Resilience & Sustainability Officer, as they discuss flood risks, emergency response, and ways to protect your home and community. Discover tools like the MyCoast app, floodplain maps, and preparedness tips to stay safe during heavy rains and rising waters. Turn around, don’t drown—stay informed and stay safe!

https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/emergency-services/emergency-preparedness/nuisance-and-urban-flooding
https://www.ready.gov/floods
https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/1/atp-safelinks.html
https://www.fema.gov/flood-maps
https://mycoast.org/md
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vhz-dW9FvJA
https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/planning-and-growth-management/report-a-structure

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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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Legislative Proposals Update: March 18, 2025 Mar 20, 2025

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Here's an update on the Charles County 2025 legislative proposals.

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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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