Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Kamuron Gurol May 06, 2023

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Kamuron is the Director of King County Wastewater Treatment Division at King County in Washington State. We chat about the next generation of wastewater treatment, workforce developmment in wastewater and how he decompresses from being responsible for 800 FTE's. Kamuron wants us all to "Think Before You Flush." Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Trino Pedraza May 06, 2023

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Trino is the Director of Public Works and Utilities for The City of Galveston in Texas. We chat about his path from being an At Risk Teacher to becoming a Director in a municipality. He has spearheaded a high efficiency Maintenance Program and is open for questions around their AMI Project. He credits his ascent to "seeking feedback" and would like the community of Galveston to go easy on flushing wipes. GIve the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Jennifer Brown May 06, 2023

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Jennifer is the Fleet Services Supervisor for Coconino County Arizona. We chat about what here day is like and what her responsibilites are as a Fleet Services Supervisor. She details her path on in how she came into that position and we also cover topics like personal development and her definition of customer service. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Sheila Joy May 05, 2023

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Sheila is the Executive Director at NASSCO, Inc. We chat about all things NASSCO and the array of trainings they offer. We talk about how she got into the Executive Director position and where she wants to take the association.
Find more about NASSCO at nassco.org
Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Public Works Cyber Security talk with Scott Grayson and Keith Pugh Apr 25, 2023

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In this special edition of The Public Works Podcast we talk about All Things Cyber Security. Who is at risk, what to look out for, how to prevent it, past events that can happen in the future etc etc.
Scott Grayson is the CEO of American Public Works Association
Keith Pugh is the current Presidnet of American Public Works Association
Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

The GroundWater Update with Thomas Ballard Apr 24, 2023

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Thomas is the Principal Hydrogeologist for Southeast Hydrology and we talk about the current state of Groundwater. We also dive into what all the rainfall on the west coast means for groundwater.
Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

All Things Roads with Kelly Snyder Apr 24, 2023

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Kelly Snyder is the Public Works Director of Snohomish County in Washington. In this special edition we chat about a variety of topics surrounding one single thing: Roads.
Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Chad Smeltzer Apr 24, 2023

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Chad is the President and CEO of Bidcurement and The Infrastructure Network. We talk about what problem Bidcurement is solving for and also why The Infrasctructure Network needs to exist. We talk about his journey in the industry and some of the hi's and low's of being a salesman in this industry. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more from Chad here: https://linktr.ee/chadsmeltzer

Keith Pugh Apr 24, 2023

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Keith is the current President of American Public Works Association. We chat about what it is like being the president and what his day-to-day is like. We also cover topics like Asset Management and why Public Works professionals are First Responders.
APWA is an association for the people and if you ever feel stagnant in your career, join an association and volunteer.
Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Brenda Bisceglia Apr 20, 2023

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Brenda Bisceglia is the City of Vaughan’s Mobility Management/ MoveSmart Manager with the Transportation and Fleet Management Services department. This June will mark Brenda’s 13th year with the city. She has held a number of positions in Public Works, from Contract Administration in Development Engineering, to Supervisor of the School Crossing Guard Program, and now working as Manager of Mobility Management.
Throughout all her roles, she’s gained a solid understanding of the various operations and service delivery models, always looking to improve efficiencies in operations. Her roles heavily rely on citizen interactions and the citizen experience responding to questions and concerns, ensuring residents are heard and creating positive moments.
Service Excellence is the driving force behind the City’s Term of Council Strategic Plan and Priorities, and it’s the part of Brenda’s job she enjoys the most.
Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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