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Talking Tigard – Kent Wyatt

News from City Hall and the community with a sense of humor.

Latest Episodes:

Michael Holton: A Tigard Trail Blazer Dec 21, 2020

Show notes

Michael Holton, former NBA player and current Trail Blazer radio announcer, discusses:

Raising a family in Tigard
Building a equitable and inclusive community
Preparing for Blazer games
Playing with Michael Jordan

Also, Michael answers questions from the community.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Michael Holton: A Tigard Trail Blazer Dec 21, 2020

Show notes

Michael Holton, former NBA player and current Trail Blazer radio announcer, discusses:

Raising a family in Tigard
Building a equitable and inclusive community
Preparing for Blazer games
Playing with Michael Jordan

Also, Michael answers questions from the community.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Walkable, Healthy, and Accessible for Everyone Dec 14, 2020

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Amber Bell, Readers Services Manager & Joanne Bengtson, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, discuss the city's refreshed strategic plan to be "an equitable community that is walkable, healthy, and accessible for everyone."

They also discuss the Library's Walk-Up Service Desk, Tigard Thanks!, Tigard Walks, and cats vs. dogs.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

History of African-Americans in Oregon Dec 07, 2020

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Kimberly Moreland, member of the Oregon Black Pioneers and author of African Americans of Portland, talks about the impact of Oregon's black exclusionary laws, abolitionists in Tigard, and the racial equity work being done in Tigard.

Also, Kimberly shares New Year's resolutions, COVID hobbies, and ideas for future podcast guests.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Let's Talk Parks! Nov 23, 2020

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From Cook Park to Jack Park to everything in between, the community loves its park system. Martin McKnight, Parks Supervisor, talks about the staffing and funding needed to maintain these assets.

He also shares information on:

Whether a splash pad is in Tigard's future
When playground equipment will be replaced at Cook Park
The importance of the Parks & Rec Fee

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Learning from Our Differences Nov 09, 2020

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Jimmy Brown, a 26-year resident of Tigard, talks about raising a Black family in Tigard, interactions with the Tigard Police Department, and goals for the Public Safety Advisory Board.

Also, Jimmy discusses:

Volunteer work with the Tigard-Tualatin School District
Being a 'hip and aware' parent
Importance of putting an equity lens to all city services

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Continuing to Move Our Community Forward Nov 01, 2020

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Interim City Manager Kathy Nyland and Interim Assistant City Manager/Police Chief Kathy McAlpine discuss the city's recent leadership transition, the role and responsibilities of a city manager, and the city's Anti-Racism Action Plan.

They also cover:

Pearl Jam
Women's basketball
Thanksgiving dinner

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Creating a Community Space at Cooper Mountain Ale Works Oct 20, 2020

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Chris Sjolin, owner of Cooper Mountain Ale Works, talks about the decision to locate in the space formerly occupied by Max's Fanno Creek Brew Pub.

He also discusses the beer making process, the importance of a walkable downtown, and the Cooper Mountain experience.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Beyond the Job Announcement Oct 06, 2020

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Brandi Leos, Senior Human Resources Business Partner for the City of Tigard, discusses our approach to building a workforce that is representative of the community.

She also discusses:

Questions to ask during an interview
Salary negotiations
Thank you note OR no thank you note

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

It's Showtime with Dan Murphy, Broadway Rose Sep 24, 2020

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Dan Murphy, Managing Director of the Broadway Rose Theater, joins the podcast to talk about the beginning of his career in New York City, the origins of the Broadway Rose in Tigard, and the actor who should play him in a movie.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

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