Madison County Milk House

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Look Back at 2025 in Madison County - Madison Reservoir Dam Rehabilitation Project Updates Dec 31, 2025

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Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This episode is part of a series of end of the year episodes where Madison County Historian Matt Urtz and PIO Field look back at some of the bigger stories of 2025 here in Madison County.

In this episode we sit down with members of the New York Power Authority and Canals about where the Madison Reservoir Dam Rehabilitation Project stands at the end of 2025. We also look ahead to 2026 and the draw down and beginning of construction.

For more information make sure to check out their website: https://www.canals.ny.gov/Operations-and-Public-Projects/Project-Work/Madison-Reservoir-Dam-Rehab

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Look Back at 2025 in Madison County - Mental Health Check In Dec 30, 2025

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Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This episode is part of a series of end of the year episodes where Madison County Historian Matt Urtz and PIO Field look back at some of the bigger stories of 2025 here in Madison County.

Madison County Mental Health has truly thinking outside the box when it comes to mental health programs and services for our residents. This includes the Helio Health Mobile Unit, School Clinics, Crisis Worker embedded with local police, and more. We check in with the Director of Community Mental Health Services Teisha Cook on how things are going.

Madison County is committed to a community where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to seek help. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. You are never alone.

If you are in crisis, support is available 24/7.

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟯𝟭𝟱-𝟯𝟲𝟲-𝟮𝟯𝟮𝟳 (𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁 𝟭)

𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁/𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟵𝟴𝟴, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Look Back at 2025 in Madison County - How Oneida City School District Has Risen Above the Flood Waters Dec 30, 2025

Show notes

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This episode is part of a series of end of the year episodes where Madison County Historian Matt Urtz and PIO Field look back at some of the bigger stories of 2025 here in Madison County.

In this episode we sit down with Oneida City School District Superintendent Matthew Carpenter to talk about the flooding of Oneida High School on June 22. How did the School District respond, recover, and how is the construction project going, as well as the school year.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Look back at 2025 in Madison County - June 22 Storm and Changes in EMS Dec 29, 2025

Show notes

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This episode is part of a series of end of the year episodes where Madison County Historian Matt Urtz and PIO Field look back at some of the bigger stories of 2025 here in Madison County.

In this episode we sit down with Madison County Director of the Office of Emergency Management Dan Degear and Director of Madison County EMS Jenna Illingworth. We discuss the changes this year in EMS and the County's response to the June 22 storm and flooding. Make sure to listen for the tips given about how you can make sure you and your loved ones are better prepared for the next time an emergency happens.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Bringing Mike's Monday Message to the Milk House Dec 04, 2025

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Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

In this episode, Madison County Clerk Michael Keville joins the Milk House to talk about the great work the Madison County Clerk's Office and the Wampsville DMV do day in and day out. Did you know that 10.7% of DMV fees stay in Madison County if you do your transactions in Wampsville? This revenue helps offset property taxes.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Keville and his staff have come up with innovative ways to better serve our residents and all the customers of the DMV and Clerk's Office. Listen how some of those ways are still in use, and how Madison County has maintained customers all these years.

Keville also discusses deed and mortgage fraud, and what measures you can tak. To sign up for Fraud Alert emails: https://searchiqs.com/fraudalert/?CC=NYMAD

To find out more information about the Madison County Clerk's Office: https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/174/County-Clerk

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Become a Mentor and Give a Child Hope Oct 31, 2025

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We welcome you to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

Think about it, do you have that one person in your life that made an impact on you when you were younger? Someone who believed in you or taught you something? What if you could be that person for a youth? Listen to this episode to find out more about Community Action Partnership of Madison County's (CAP) Mentor Program. Cory Marsh, Youth Mentor Coordinator, and Erin Dutcher, Family & Youth Program Manager, join Samantha and Tina Louis, Director of the Youth Bureau, to talk about the program and its impact on the youth in Madison County.

Fill out this form if you are interested in finding out more about the Volunteer Mentor Program.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

What's going on with the former Cazenovia College campus? Sep 26, 2025

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Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This episode of the Madison County Milk House is a discussion about what is going on with some of the buildings on the former Cazenovia College Campus. Hear from Madison County Administrator Mark Scimone, Town of Cazenovia Supervisor Kyle Reger, Village of Cazenovia Mayor Kurt Wheeler, and Lt. Jonathan Morticelli from the Madison County Sheriff's Office.

The discussion focuses on the purchase offer by Madison County to buy Reisman Hall and Sigety Hall, the potential uses for the buildings, and other questions that we have been hearing from the community.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

The End of Summer is Here... And so is Madison County Craft Festival Aug 22, 2025

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We welcome you to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This week I sit down with the new Director of the Madison County Historical Society Hunter McCullough. He gives us some insight into his love of history and what some of his first initiatives will be.

Make sure to head out for the 61st Annual Madison County Craft Festival in Oneida on September 6 & 7, 2025.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Summer of Community, Culture and the Arts Jul 22, 2025

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We welcome you to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

This week I sit down with Henry Howard, the Executive Director of Arts at the Palace. Arts at the Palace in Hamilton is Madison County’s destination for artist empowerment through mentoring, workshops, and collaboration. They have a wide variety of events happening all summer for artists and community members of all ages.

- Thursdays on the Village Green: every Thursday in July and August. Kids activities are 5:00 - 6:30 PM, Live Music starts at 7:00 PM.

- Village Art Walk: evening of live music, local art, and community connection. Next date is August 8 and then September 12

- Hamilton International Film Festival: July 21-27

Check out Arts at the Palace to find out all of what they have going on, and find out why Madison County is an excellent destination for artists and those who enjoy the arts. They are connecting art and the community, why we need each other to thrive.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Experience Open Farm Day on July 26 Jul 15, 2025

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We welcome you to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

Summer is here and that means Open Farm Day is just around the corner. We sit down to talk about what to expect this year with Katie Livingston, she just started her role as Local Foods Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County. Open Farm Day will be July 26 and this year there are 28 farms you can visit across Madison County. Open Farm Day is a free, family-friendly event where you can tour local farms, meet the people behind your food, see animals up close, and explore the world of agriculture.

Make sure to get your passport, take part in the Goosechase interactive scavenger hunt, dress for the weather and bring cash!

Also, the Madison County Fair begins July 23, running through July 27. Make sure to check out all of the great things the 4H kids have been doing.

CCE is hosting Adventures at the Fairground for youth ages 8–15! Join us for a FREE day of fun, learning, and agriculture at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Brookfield, NY on July 24! When you sign up it includes Fair admission, transportation, and Food Bucks for lunch at the Fair Board Food Booth! Please register by July 20.

Also, for those who don't have a green thumb like this host, or even if you do. If you have any questions about gardening contact the Master Gardeners Hotline at 315-684-3001 ext. 119.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

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