Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Jason Sciandra: City Engineer @ City of Fort Myers, FL Sep 24, 2024

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Jason is the City Engineer for the City of Fort Myers in Florida. In this episode we chat about different types of City Government structures and how every City is different. We cover topics like Organizational S.O.P's and Artificial Intelligence for Capital Improvement. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Hailie Hix: Water Resource Recovery Facility Operator @ City of San Luis Obispo Sep 24, 2024

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Hailie is the Water Resource Recovery Facility Operator at the City of San Luis Obispo in California. In this episode we talk about what its like to work while your plant is constantly being upgraded and also how she works in tune with her other operational co-workers. She wants to spread the messsage of "Dont flush the unflushables".
Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Laura Vidal and Lowell Huffman from 120Water Sep 04, 2024

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Laura Vidal and Lowell Huffman from 120Water. In this special episode we chat about all things Lead and Copper Rule. They explain how 120 is at the forefront of helping our underserved communities stay within compliance of Federal Regulations. We also cover topics like PFAS and adoption of new technologies in our industry. Give the show a listen and check out 120water.com for more.

David Skuodas: Design, Construction and Maintenance Director @ Mile High Flood District Aug 06, 2024

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David is the Design, Construction and Maintenance Director At Mile High Flood District in Denver Colorado. In this episode we chat about the larger "Why" for the Mile High Flood District and also how David navigated his way to his current position. We also cover the concept of his book and what spurred him to write it. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Client-Architecture-Engineering-Construction/dp/1706240392/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+effective+client&qid=1578880497&sr=8-1

Phil Tucker and Amanda Smith: MEWEA Aug 05, 2024

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Amanda is the Director of Water Quality Management in Bangor Maine and Phil is the Superintendent of York Sewer District. In this episode we chat about legislation, politics and the challenge of bio-solid disposal. We also cover topics like wet wipes and alos how to justify your position. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Jodi Moon: Senior Historical Analyst at Salt River Project Jul 17, 2024

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Jodi is the Senior Historical Analyst at Salt River Project in Arizona. If you were wondering what a historian does in this industry, give the show a listen. Want to hear about some of the challanges of having everything ever captured on file, give the show a listen. If you want to hear from the coolest, most chill historian ever, give the show a listen. Also, remember to thank your local Public Works professionals.

Roy Tal: Chief Technology Officer @ CITYROVER Jul 17, 2024

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Roy is the Chief Technology Officer at CITYROVER. CITYROVER empowers their partners in the public sector to operate and maintain infrastructure better. They work together with professionals in transportation and public works, using artificial intelligence and data, to enable digital transformation, and modernize local government operations. Roy and I chat about what his service does and what problems it solves for our communities. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works professionals.
For more: http://www.visualdefence.com/

Christina Jackson: Senior Codes Compliance Inspector Supervisor @ City of Newport News, VA Jul 17, 2024

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Christina is the Senior Codes Compliance Inspector Supervisor at the City of Newport News in Virginia. In this episode we chat about what all a Senior Codes Compliance Inspector does and what the day-to-day activities include. Also she gives great insight on how to handle certain situations while on the job working in the community. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

TJ Suiter: President of Hydro Products Corp. Jul 17, 2024

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TJ is the President of Hydro Products Corp. He is most know for his invention of the Vanguard Pathogen Defense System. In this episode we chat about all things pathogens and the difference between Cleanliness and Sanitization. We also chat about common misconceptions of the industry and building a business in today business climate. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more at http://www.vanguard-systems.us/

Nicole Brown: Black Water Professional Alliance Jul 17, 2024

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Nicole is a Client Development Manager at Suburban Consulting Engineers and also a Trustee with AWWA in New Jersey, she is also on the board of Black Water Professionals Alliance. In this episode we cover topics like Self Advocating and Personal Development. We also chat about finding allies and navigating this industry as a person of color. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank a local Public Works Professional.

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