The City of Firsts Podcast- City of Danville, Kentucky

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Weekly Update - 09.18.2026 Sep 18, 2026

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We're giving you a recap (kinda) of the Monday, September 14th, Danville City Commission Meeting including a retirement celebration, approved 2026 fall paving list, playground improvements and more.

Watch the full meeting here: City of Danville Youtube
See the agenda here: Agendas & Minutes

We'll see you on September 19th at Millennium Park for the Grand Opening of the Millennium Skatepark. Be there 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for food, fun and giveaways!

Weekly Update - Commission Meeting Recap - 08.28.26 Aug 28, 2026

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This week, we review the Monday, August 24th City Commission Meeting including an update from Republic Service regarding the new voluntary curbside recycling program.

Watch the meeting here: https://www.youtube.com/live/5KyGjW66SYM?si=qCeuRaC1HFFhGiud

Weekly Update - Commission Meeting Recap - 08.14.2026 Aug 14, 2026

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This week, we're giving you a recap of the latest Danville City Commission Meeting and finding out what Public Works has been up to this Summer.

Resources:

Watch Meetings on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/live/HPys887VqkI?si=zTwjm8RaR7IJY_pf
Find agendas & minutes at Agenda Center • Danville, KY • CivicEngage

Weekly Update - Potholes, Pavement & Planning - 08.07.26 Aug 07, 2026

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Go behind the scenes of Danville's street maintenance program to learn how paving priorities are set and how the City works to make every infrastructure dollar count.

Resources:
Report Street Issues
Ask about Streets & Roads
Subscribe to DKY Weekly E Newsletter for Updates

NEW Weekly Updates - July 31, 2026 Jul 31, 2026

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The City of Danville's City Engineer, Josh Morgan, and Community Development Director, Melanie Crossfield, recap the July 27th City Commission Meeting and discuss city projects, upcoming events and more.

Want us to discuss something on the City of Firsts Podcast? E-mail podcast@danvilleky.gov

The City of Firsts - Episode 12 - Trash & Recycling Updates Jun 15, 2026

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Spoiler alert...
We did not stay under thirty minutes.

In this episode, we discuss big changes coming to trash and recycling services in Danville, Kentucky beginning July 1, 2026. We discuss the history of trash and recycling, break down the new billing structure for trash and recycling services, explain what stays the same, and walk listeners through the important steps required to keep their recycling cart.

We'll discuss why recycling service is moving to direct billing through Republic Services, what residents can expect regarding additional trash carts, key deadlines, and how to sign up or opt in for continued recycling service.

If you're a Danville resident, this episode will help ensure you're prepared before the July 1 transition.

More information: https://www.danvilleky.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/271

The City of Firsts - Episode 11 - Danville Cemeteries Jan 30, 2026

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The City of Danville has updated the rules and regulations for the two cemeteries it operates, Hilldale and Bellevue. City Engineer, Josh Morgan, discusses the process of updating the rules and regulations and the importance of communication between those caring for graves of loved ones and the City staff that maintain the cemeteries.

Give it a listen and find out more at www.danvilleky.org/cemetery

The City of Firsts - Episode 10 - Podcast with a Planner Nov 10, 2025

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Our community’s future doesn’t just happen....it’s planned. The Danville-Boyle County Planning & Zoning Commission has released its 2025 Comprehensive Plan, a vision for how we’ll live, work, and grow together over the next 20–25 years. Updated every five years with input from residents, it’s a blueprint built by, and for, the people who call Boyle County home. Let’s explore what the next chapter could look like with the new Danville-Boyle County Planning & Zoning Director, Hannah Gray.

The City of Firsts - Ep. 9 - Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation Update Nov 10, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with the Director of Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation Department, Tommy Barton, for a fall update, highlighting upcoming projects, facility improvements, and the future of parks and programs in Danville. From new amenities to long-term plans, we’ll explore how Parks & Rec is investing in spaces that bring people together year-round.

The City of Firsts - Ep. 8 - Take a walk around Danville Aug 01, 2025

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What is an active mobility plan? Danville's City Engineer, Josh Morgan, and Engineering Intern, Odile Clements, tell you all about it! The Engineering team is taking a fresh look at how residents move around the City, and how improving sidewalks and access to trails can earn Danville the title of "safest, healthiest community in Kentucky" (...or the world! Reach for the stars, folks!)

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