Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

Latest Episodes:

Marshall Maurer: Director of Public Works @ City of Orting, WA Feb 04, 2024

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Marshall is the Director of Public Works at City of Orting in Washington. Marshall and I chat about the City of Orting and its uniqueness. We also cover topics like Lava flows, freight traings and Validated learninig. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Scott Reece: Wastewater Treatment Operations Manager @ City of Howell, MI Feb 04, 2024

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Scott is the Wastewater Treatment Operations Manager at City of Howell in Michigan. Scott and I chat about his initiative with The Grit Channel and where he is looking to take the channel. We also cover topics like Critical Thinking Skills and OJT Vs. Self paced learninig. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Greg Ludwig: Director of Parks and Recreation @ City of LeClaire, IA Feb 04, 2024

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Greg is the Director of Parks and Recreation at the City of LeClaire Iowa. Greg and I chat about him being the first in his position and how he is growing and he goes. We also cover topics like "How to be Organized" and what its like to show up to one of the events to relect on the good he is doing. Make sure you give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Teri Killgore: Assistant City Manager @ City of Walnut Creek, CA Feb 04, 2024

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Teri is the Assistant City Manager at City of Walnut Creek in California. Teri and I chat all things Downtown and specifically, Downtown during Covid. We also cover topics like Negotiation skills and new concepts within how cities operate. Give the episdoe a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

John Groeger: Project Manager @ Howard County DPW, MD Feb 04, 2024

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John is the Project Manager at Howard County DPW in Crownsville Maryland. John and I chat about how juggling 12 projects at once takes priortization and persistance. We also agree that when voting for whats next in a city, vote for infrastructure. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Izaiah Kruenegel: Deputy Director - Operations and Maintenance @ South Platte Renew, CO Feb 04, 2024

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Izaiah is the Deputy Director - Operations and Maintenance at South Platte Renew in Colorado. In this episode we chat about what happens at South Platte Renew and how they are able to pull of these operations. We also cover topics like Water Rights and Public Speaking. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Randy Brooks: Water Production Manager @ G. Robert House Jr. Water Treatment Facility, Suffolk VA Feb 02, 2024

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Randy is the Water Production Manager at G. Robert House Jr. Water Treatment Facility in Suffolk Virginia. Randy and I chat about his time in the industry and how he keeps up with changes in the industry. Attention to detail and Math have been skillsets that have helped him in his career so far. Make sure you listen to the episode and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/public-works-podcast--3064636/support.

Dan Franklin: Sales and Business Development Leader @ CrewPlex Feb 02, 2024

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Dan is the Sales and Business Development Leader at CrewPlex. Dan and I chat about what problem he is solving with CrewPlex and how entering the Public Works industry is is going so far. We also cover topics like wearables, Silve Tsunami and unique use cases for CrewPlex. Make sure you give this episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
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Shellie Chard: Water Quality Division Director @ Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality Feb 02, 2024

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Shellie is the Water Quality Division Director at Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. In this episode we chat with The Water Queen about how 16oz of bottled water is $1-3 dollars and tap water is $.002 per gallon. We also cover topics like her knack for joining and ascending in associations throughout her career. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Clayton Gordon: Mapping Administrator @ Eastern Municipal Water District & IEGIS User Group Coordinator. Jan 04, 2024

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In this enlightening episode, join me as I sit down with Clayton, the Mapping Administrator at Eastern Municipal Water District and IEGIS User Group Coordinator, hailing from sunny Southern California. Clayton's passion for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is palpable, and his drive to excel in his craft is evident throughout our conversation.
We delve into the fascinating world of cartography, exploring the ancient methods that have paved the way for modern map-making. Clayton takes us on a journey through the evolution of maps, discussing how traditional practices have seamlessly merged with cutting-edge technologies.The discussion extends to the future, with Clayton sharing insights on the role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping the landscape of map-making. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.