The County Conversation

Expedited Building Plan Review Program Nov 13, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Ali Heidari Goodarzi, Engineer IV with Land Development Services (LDS) and program manager of the Expedited Building Plan Review Program. Learn more about the Expedited Building Plan Review Program at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/landdevelopment/expedited-building-plan-review-program. To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

DSVS Protective Orders Oct 30, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Ayaan Ali, victim advocate on the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Advocacy team within the Department of Family Services, about protective orders. Learn more online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/boards-authorities-commissions/council-to-end-domestic-violence/victim-access-protective-orders. You can reach the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273. If you are in danger, call or text 9-1-1. To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Charge Up Fairfax Program Oct 16, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Julie Gurnee, program manager of the Charge Up Fairfax Program, about the program and what it means for Fairfax County residents. To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Animal Shelter’s Pet Resource Center Oct 02, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Lauren Krzywicki, manager of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter’s Pet Resource Center. Learn more about the Animal Shelter online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter. To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

30 Years Celebrating Global Culture in Reston with the Multicultural Festival Sep 18, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with BeBe Nguyen, Reston Community Center’s newly appointed Executive Director, about 30 years of celebrating global culture in Reston with the Multicultural Festival. Learn more about RCC online at restoncommunitycenter.com To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

National Preparedness Month and Emergency Preparedness Sep 04, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Sandy Kenyon with Fairfax County’s Department of Emergency Management and Security (DEMS) about National Preparedness Month and the importance of emergency preparedness year-round. Learn more about DEMS at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergencymanagement To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Active Transportation Plan Aug 08, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Nicole Wynands, Deputy Active Transportation Chief with Fairfax County’s Department of Transportation, about the county’s Active Transportation Plan that promotes bikeway and trail network routes and amenities, pedestrian accommodations, etc.. Learn more about the Active Transportation plan at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation/bike-walk/activefairfax. To hear more conversations with Fairfax County’s finest, be sure to follow us on www.soundcloud.com/fairfaxcounty and our podcasts webpage, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Talent Up Program Jul 25, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Theresa Benincasa, economic mobility manager with the Department of Economic Initiatives, about the Talent Up Program that matches county jobseekers with Fairfax County employers seeking to quickly fill open jobs through funded internship opportunities. Learn more online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/economic-initiatives/talent-fairfax-fund. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Centreville-Chantilly-Vienna-Tysons (CCVT) Area Bus Service Changes Jul 11, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Michael Felschow, Transit Services Division Planning Section Chief with the county’s Department of Transportation, about the Centreville-Chantilly-Vienna-Tysons area bus service changes, often referred to as CCVT, a major change in Fairfax Connector bus routes that began in June. Learn more at fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/CCVT-bus-service-review To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Fairfax County’s Operational Energy Strategy Jun 26, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Kevin Smith, division manager for energy programs with the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, about the County’s Operational Energy Strategy, which is focused on reducing energy use to save money and lower carbon emissions that support a healthier environment. Learn more about the strategy at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/operational-energy-strategy To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

School Immunizations with the Health Department Jun 12, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Brian Hochstrasser, school health division assistant director with the Fairfax County Health Department, about school immunizations and services the Health Department offers to help students (and their parents) prepare for the new school year. Learn more from the Health Department at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/child To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Reston Community Center’s Five Summer Concert and Entertainment Series May 29, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Asjah Heiligh, community events manager with the Reston Community Center, about RCC’s five summer concert and entertainment series that were recently announced. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) May 15, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Avery Church, COOP coordinator with our Department of Emergency Management and Security, about Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP). To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Reston Community Center’s 45th Anniversary May 01, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Bev Cosham, chair of Reston Community Center’s Board of Governors, about RCC’s 45th anniversary. Learn more about the Reston Community Center online at https://restoncommunitycenter.com or call RCC at 703-476-4500. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

The Status of Women in Fairfax County Apr 03, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Chief Equity Officer Karla Bruce about “Gains, Gaps, and Goals: The Status of Women in Fairfax County” and the findings from this women and girls research that was commissioned by the Department of Family Services. Learn more: fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/gains-gaps-goals-status-women-and-girls-fairfax-county One Fairfax: fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/one-fairfax Fairfax County's Strategic Plan: fairfaxcounty.gov/strategicplan To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Park Authority Spring and Summer Camps Mar 06, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Emilie Shumate, youth services section manager with the Fairfax County Park Authority, about the Park Authority’s Spring and Summer Camps program. To learn more, call the Park Authority Registration Call Center at 703-324-8680. For questions about specific camps, email Camps@fairafxcounty.gov. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Ride Your Way Feb 21, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Marcus Moore, Sr. Transportation Planner/Transportation Demand Management Liaison with the county’s Department of Transportation, about “Ride your Way,” a campaign that encourages commuters to use public transportation alternatives in partnership with their employers. Find the Fairfax County DOT online at fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation Learn more about the “Ride Your Way” program and other commuter services at fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation/commuter-services To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm.

Affordable Housing Finance and Delivering Taxpayer ROI Jan 24, 2024

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Anna Shapiro, deputy director for real estate finance and development at the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority, about affordable housing development and preservation and real estate finance, and how Anna and her team deliver taxpayers a return on investment (ROI). Find the Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination online at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination or call them at 703-324-7136. Get more details on the Green Business Partners Program at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/green-business Get more details on the Energy Conservation Assistance Program at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/energy-conservation-assistance-program To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Green Business Partners and Energy Conservation Assistance Programs Dec 13, 2023

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Neely Law, community specialist, Fairfax County’s Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination. They discuss the county's Green Business Partners Program and the Energy Conservation Assistance Program. Find the Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination online at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination or call them at 703-324-7136. Get more details on the Green Business Partners Program at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/green-business Get more details on the Energy Conservation Assistance Program at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/energy-conservation-assistance-program To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Unpacking Gender Initiative Nov 29, 2023

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Heather Potter, counselor with the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services’ Anger and Domestic Abuse Prevention and Treatment (ADAPT) program, about DSVS’ “unpack gender” initiative, which is about exploring gender roles, norms and stereotypes, and how they are connected to sexual violence. Learn more about DSVS online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/domestic-sexual-violence. Call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline: 703-360-7273 To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Resilient Fairfax Plan Nov 15, 2023

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Allison Homer, senior community specialist with the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, about the county’s “Resilient Fairfax Plan” – what it is and why it’s important. Learn more about the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Reston Community Center’s Offsite and Collaboration Programs Oct 18, 2023

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Maggie Parker, director of Offsite and Collaborative Programs with the Reston Community Center. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Volunteer Solutions and Venture into Volunteering Fair Sep 20, 2023

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Emily Swenson, head of Volunteer Solutions in the Department of Family Services, about DFS’ Volunteer Solutions and the upcoming Venture into Volunteering fair Oct. 15, 2023, at Springfield Town Center. Volunteer Solutions: fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/older-adults/volunteer-solutions. Venture into Volunteering Fair: fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/older-adults/volunteer-solutions/volunteer-fair To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Fairfax County Animal Shelter Sep 06, 2023

The County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Reasa D. Currier, director of Fairfax County’s Department of Animal Sheltering, discussing the animal shelter, the issue of abandoned animals and how to adopt them, as well as the grand opening of a second animal shelter location in Lorton. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Old Firehouse Center (and OFC Block Party) Aug 23, 2023

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Andrew Carter, program manager of the Old Firehouse Center, about the Center, its activities, mission and purpose – as well as the Old Firehouse Center Block Party upcoming on Saturday, Sept. 16. For more information, call the Old Firehouse Center at 703-448-8336, or visit online at https://oldfirehouse.org.

DPWES Vacuum Leaf Service Aug 09, 2023

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Eric Forbes, Deputy Director of the Solid Waste Management Program, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES). Our topic is the DPWES vacuum leaf service, which, county staff are proposing to discontinue permanently after this winter. The Board of Supervisors will decide the future of the service at a public hearing to be scheduled later this fall. To provide feedback, visit our survey page: engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/leaf-collection *Please Note: The survey closes Friday, Aug. 18, 2023. **ALSO, the FY 2024 levy is $0.012 per $100 of assessed real estate value. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news or call 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329) weekdays between 8am and 4:30pm

Site Development and Inspections Division Jul 13, 2023

Opioids and Substance Use Jun 28, 2023

SHAPE the future of Aging Jun 14, 2023

Hurricane Season Preparedness May 31, 2023

The Dangers of Speeding: 50 means 50 May 17, 2023

Building Safety Month May 03, 2023

Fairfax Founders Fund: A Grant and Technical Assistance Program Apr 19, 2023

Child Abuse Prevention Apr 05, 2023

Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and Social Work Month Mar 22, 2023

Child Protective Services and Social Work Month Mar 08, 2023

The Benefits of Rec Center Memberships Feb 22, 2023

Reclaiming Joy after Assault Feb 08, 2023

RCC and the 38th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Jan 11, 2023

Fairfax County Police Department LGBTQ Liaison Nov 30, 2022

Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Access (PROSA) Strategy Nov 16, 2022

The Issues with Running Bamboo and a New Ordinance to Address the Problem Nov 02, 2022

Silver Line Brings Updates and Additions to Fairfax County Transportation Oct 19, 2022

Domestic and Sexual Violence and Firearms Surrender Oct 05, 2022

PLUS Project Implementation Sep 21, 2022

National Preparedness Month with the Department of Emergency Management and Security Sep 07, 2022

Permits and Contractors from the Viewpoint of a County Code Enforcement Investigator Aug 24, 2022

Reston Community Center Professional Touring Artist Series Aug 10, 2022

The Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival_First Since 2019 Jul 27, 2022

The McLean Center’s Summer Concert Series and 2022-2023 Performance Season Jul 13, 2022

Healthy Masculinity and Engaging Men and Boys in Interpersonal Violence Prevention Jun 29, 2022

Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board Employment Opportunities Jun 15, 2022

Women’s Golf Month Jun 01, 2022

Fairfax County Parks: The Perfect Venue for Weddings and Other Special Events May 18, 2022

Fairfax County Building Official Discusses Building Safety May 04, 2022

Emergency Management 2022 Marketing and Promotional Efforts Apr 20, 2022

Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Robust Volunteer Program Apr 06, 2022

Sexual Abuse Unit and Facility Dog Rylynn Mar 23, 2022

Teen Dating and Stalking Awareness Month Mar 09, 2022

Park Authority Jobs: Full-time, Part-time and Even Seasonal Feb 23, 2022

Winter Home Heating Safety and Community Risk Reduction Feb 09, 2022

Fairfax County Health Department’s Vaccine Navigation Team Jan 26, 2022

Housing and Economic Support for Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence Jan 12, 2022

Recruiting to Become a Fairfax County Deputy Sheriff Dec 15, 2021

Communicating Public Safety and Health Issues Dec 01, 2021

Plastic Bag Tax and Climate Action Planning Nov 17, 2021

Adoption Awareness Month Nov 03, 2021

Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Counseling Services Oct 20, 2021

Nonprofits and Places of Worship and Permitting Sep 22, 2021

Learn About National Preparedness Month and Steps to Take to Be Prepared Sep 08, 2021

Zoning Modernization with Casey Judge of the Department of Planning and Development Aug 25, 2021

All About Frying Pan Farm Park Aug 12, 2021

Fairfax County's Strategic Plan and What it Means Jul 28, 2021

9-1-1 and the New Emergency Health Profile Jul 15, 2021

Fairfax Falls Church Community Services Jul 07, 2021

Park Authority Swim Safety Programs and the Risk of Drowning Jun 17, 2021

Opioid Addiction and Substance Use Disorders Jun 02, 2021

LaVurne Williams, Service Director of Detoxification and Residential Services and a long-time CSB employee, talks about Opioid Addiction and Substance Use Disorders and how the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has continued to serve our community with safe treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic

Kinship Family Support Services May 19, 2021

Building Safety Month 2021 May 05, 2021

LDS Technical Writer Danielle Badra Apr 21, 2021

Fairfax County Park Authority Dog Parks with Anna Bentley Mar 25, 2021

Fairfax County Park Authority Golf Operations with Jesse Coffman Mar 11, 2021

Sexual Violence Online Learning Series Feb 24, 2021

CSB’s Office of Individual and Family Services Peer Support Program Feb 11, 2021

CSB’s Office of Individual and Family Services Peer Support Program

Tax Relief Programs with Justin Nejad Jan 28, 2021

Justin Nejad of the Department of Tax Administration discusses tax relief programs

Smart Recovery Program with Michael Schut Jan 13, 2021

Michael Schut, Parent Support Specialist in the Children Youth and Families Division, Department of Family Services, provides Parent Support Services to fathers and mothers who are engaged in risky substance use or are struggling with addictions to drugs and/or alcohol. These Parent Support Services include Individual Peer Support for parents, Consultation and Training for staff, and Self-Management and Recovery (SMART) Groups for parents and families. He is the facilitator of this local chapter of this National Addiction Recovery program.

Permits, Permitting and Land Development Services with Bill Hicks Dec 16, 2020

Permits, Permitting and Land Development Services with Bill Hicks

Anger and Domestic Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program (ADAPT) Dec 02, 2020

Anger and Domestic Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program (ADAPT)

Flu vaccine and childhood immunization Nov 18, 2020

Flu vaccine and childhood immunization

Adoption Awareness Month Nov 04, 2020

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Tela Jones, foster care and adoption specialist with the Fairfax County Department of Family Services.

Healthy Minds Foster Futures Mental Health Virtual 5K Walk Oct 21, 2020

Healthy Minds Foster Futures Mental Health Virtual 5K Walk

Step Up 4 Kids During Domestic Violence Awareness Month Oct 07, 2020

Step Up 4 Kids During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

National Preparedness Month and Emergency Preparedness Sep 23, 2020

National Preparedness Month and Emergency Preparedness

Health Department's Dental Services Sep 09, 2020

Health Department's Dental Services

Stormwater Management, Watershed and Stream Health Aug 26, 2020

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks Stormwater Management, Watershed and Stream Health

Solid Waste Management Program Aug 12, 2020

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Hans Christensen Director of Operations and Solid Waste Management Program

Domestic and Sexual Violence Services' Hospital Accompaniment Program Jul 29, 2020

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Abby Picard of the Department of Family Services Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Hospital Accompaniment Program.

Stream Health and Restoration Jun 17, 2020

Charles Smith, Branch Chief, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, Stormwater Planning Division, Watershed Projects Implementation Branch, talks about stream health and stream restoration.

Disease Carrying Insects Jun 03, 2020

Lauren Lochstampfor talks about the Disease Carrying Insects Program of the Fairfax County Health Department

Responsible Sourcing and how to sell to Fairfax County May 20, 2020

Chris McGough, sustainable procurement coordinator, Department of Procurement and Materials Management (DPMM), and they talk about DPMM’s “responsible sourcing” program and how to sell to Fairfax County. Learn more at fairfaxcounty.gov/procurement or call 703-324-3201.

Environmental and Energy Coordination May 06, 2020

Kambiz Agazi talks about Fairfax County's new Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination.

2020 Census Mar 11, 2020

Katie Strotman discusses the 2020 Census

Staying heart healthy Feb 26, 2020

February is Heart Month, and a good time to take stock of what we all are doing to keep our hearts healthy and beating strong. Leah is a seasoned nurse who has worked with patients in all parts of the age spectrum during her multi-decade career. And today she’s here to talk about heart health.

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Feb 12, 2020

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Judy McCullen, Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher at Herndon High School in Herndon. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and we’re going to spend our time today talking about this important topic.

Understanding adverse childhood experiences Jan 29, 2020

Marla Zometsky discusses understanding adverse childhood experiences on this edition of the County Conversation.

The Lock and Talk program Jan 15, 2020

Prevention specialist Katie Scipione discusses the Lock and Talk program on this edition of the County Conversation.

Volunteer opportunities for older adults and adults with disabilities Dec 18, 2019

Theresa Brown discusses volunteer opportunities for older adults and adults with disabilities on this edition of the County Conversation.

Financial crimes and holiday safety Dec 04, 2019

2nd Lt. Chuck Riddle discusses financial crimes and holiday safety on this edition of the County Conversation.

Holiday caregiving with older adults Nov 20, 2019

Destiny Fritz talks about holiday caregiving with older adults on this edition of the County Conversation.

Foster care and adoption Nov 06, 2019

Jessica Moser talks about foster care and adoption on this edition of the County Conversation.

Technological upgrades in the county libraries Oct 23, 2019

Robert Harvey talks about technological upgrades in the County Libraries on this edition of the County Conversation.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Oct 09, 2019

Angela Yeboah discusses Domestic Violence Awareness Month on this edition of the County Conversation.

Fire Prevention Week Sep 25, 2019

Battalion Chief George Robbins and Marla Williams discuss Fire Prevention Week on this edition of the County Conversation.

Onsite sewage, wells and water programs Sep 11, 2019

Kevin Crisler talks onsite sewage, wells and water programs on this edition of the County Conversation.

Back-to-school and pedestrian safety Aug 28, 2019

Lt. Andrew Wehrlen of the FCPD Traffic Division talks back-to-school and pedestrian safety, on this edition of the County Conversation.

Medical Reserve Corp Aug 14, 2019

Paula Rosca of the Health Department discusses the Medical Reserve Corp, on this edition of the County Conversation.

RCC Rides, a free transportation service in Reston Jul 31, 2019

Samantha Stettner discusses RCC Rides, a free transportation service in Reston, on this edition of the County Conversation.

Capital Fortitude Exercise Jul 03, 2019

Jesse Habourn of the Health Department discusses the Capital Fortitude Exercise on this edition of the County Conversation.

The Virginia Room Jun 19, 2019

We talk about the Virginia Room with Head Librarian Laura Wickstead on this edition of the County Conversation.

Father Engagement Program Jun 05, 2019

Marcus Garr and Bennie Herron discuss the county’s Father Engagement Program on this edition of the County Conversation.

Speech and Hearing Clinic May 22, 2019

Speech pathologist Constance Bell talks about the county’s Speech and Hearing Clinic on this edition of the County Conversation.

The Library on Your Phone May 08, 2019

The Library on Your Phone is the topic of conversation with FCPL’s Laurel Tacoma on this edition of the County Conversation.

Community Emergency Response Guide Apr 10, 2019

The Community Emergency Response Guide is the topic of conversation with OEM’s Courtney Arroyo on this edition of the County Conversation.

Parenting education programs Feb 27, 2019

On the County Conversation, Jim talks with Natalie Bailey from the Department of Family Services about the County’s parenting education programs.

Teen dating violence awareness month Feb 13, 2019

On the County Conversation, Jim talks with Helen McDonald of the Office for Women and Domestic and Sexual Violence Services about teen dating violence awareness month.

Community outreach Jan 30, 2019

On the County Conversation, Jim talks with Sam Collins, Community Outreach Manager at the Health Department about community outreach work.

Stalking Jan 16, 2019

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Colleen Armstrong from the Office for Women and Domestic and Sexual Violence about stalking.

McLean Community Center Jan 02, 2019

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to George Sachs, Executive Director of the McLean Community Center, about its $8million renovation.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 19, 2018 Dec 25, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Amanda Snow, Youth Services Information Assistant about the best books of 2018.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 5, 2018 Dec 11, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks about flu and flu vaccine with Maria Stock, Maternal and Child Health Nurse with the Health Department.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 21, 2018 Nov 27, 2018

On this episode of County Conversation, Jim talks with Paul Douglas Michnewicz, Reston Community Center Arts and Events Director. We find out about events happening at the Reston Community Center, CenterStage, the Professional Touring Artist Series, and some upcoming holiday concerts.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 7, 2018 Nov 13, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks with Dawn Hyman with the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services about food collection, distribution and food insecurity.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 24, 2018 Oct 30, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks with Hannah Park, Foster Care and Adoption Specialist with the Department of Family Services, about Adoption Awareness Month.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 10, 2018 Oct 16, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim gets to know Bill Delaney from the Fire and Rescue Department about fire prevention and safety and Fire Prevention Month.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 26, 2018 Oct 02, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim gets to know Viki Kinsman to discuss absentee voting in Fairfax County.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 12, 2018 Sep 18, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim gets to know Nanette Bowler director of the Department of Family Services and discuss the Kinship Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 29, 2018 Sep 04, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim gets to know Michele Brookhart with the Health Department’s School Health Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 1, 2018 Aug 07, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim gets to know Deputy County Executive Tisha Deeghan as they talk about her role within the county and her vision for future of Health and Human Services.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 18, 2018 Jul 24, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim gets to know County Executive Bryan J. Hill as they talk about Fairfax county, future and present.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 3, 2018 Jul 03, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Ed Ryan, Fairfax Gang Prevention Coordinator, about what you need to know about gangs in Fairfax County.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 20, 2018 Jun 20, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to James Gillespie, director of Healthy Minds Fairfax, about mental health awareness of youth and young adults.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 6, 2018 Jun 06, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Bennie Herron of the Fatherhood Engagement Unit about Fatherhood Awareness Month.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 23, 2018 May 23, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Chrissy Anderson about the Neighborhood and Community Services Board Turning Point program.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 9, 2018 May 09, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Urban Forester Jack Bagget with the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services about the Emerald Ash Borer in Fairfax County.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 25, 2018 Apr 25, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Alisa Brooks from the Health Department’s Maternal Child Health program about National Infant Immunization Week.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 11, 2018 Apr 11, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Fairfax County Angela Acosta, a sexual violence outreach specialist about Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 28, 2018 Mar 28, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Reston Regional Library Branch Manager Katilyn Miller about library reference services, libraries in the age of Google, librarianship and much more.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 14, 2018 Mar 14, 2018

On the County Conversation, Jim talks to Fairfax County Health Department’s Brittney Stretsbery, a senior public health nutritionist, about the WIC program (nutrition for mothers, babies and toddlers.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 28, 2018 Feb 28, 2018

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Sondra Eklund, youth services manager at the City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax County Public Library system, about her election to the Newbery Award Selection Committee.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 14, 2018 Feb 14, 2018

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with LaTanja Jones, Reston Community Center, about the Diva Central prom dress drive and giveaway event.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 31, 2018 Jan 31, 2018

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Lori Naveda, a behavioral health specialist with the Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention unit of the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 17, 2018 Jan 17, 2018

On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Zubair Saeed from the Health Department’s Community Outreach team, which conducts public health education and health promotion in multicultural communities.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 20, 2017 Dec 20, 2017

Top Books of 2017 at the Fairfax County Public Library.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 6, 2017 Dec 06, 2017

Center Nurse Coordinator, Adult Day Health Care.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 22, 2017 Nov 22, 2017

Epidemiologist, HD Communicable Disease, Flu Surveilance, Flu Season.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 8, 2017 Nov 08, 2017

Ecologist III, Maintenance and Stormwater Management, DPWES, Water Chestunuts have been found in Pohick Bay.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 25, 2017 Oct 25, 2017

Emergency Preparedness in the Health Department.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 11, 2017 Oct 11, 2017

Silver Shield, Officer Young works specifically on cases of scamming involving older adults.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 27, 2017 Sep 27, 2017

Silver Shield, Officer Young works specifically on cases of scamming involving older adults.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 30, 2017 Aug 30, 2017

Ed Long, County Executive.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 16, 2017 Aug 16, 2017

Director of the Office to Prevent and End Homelessness.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 2, 2017 Aug 02, 2017

Health Department, WIC Breast Feeding Peer Counselor.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 19, 2017 Jul 19, 2017

Fairfax County Government Relations Office.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 5, 2017 Jul 05, 2017

Fairfax County Health Department, Environmental Health Program; Summer Food Safety.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 21, 2017 Jun 21, 2017

Fairfax County Public Library Director of Technology, Maker Events at Libary (Jewelry, Button making, 3-D Printing, Coding Programs,etc.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 7, 2017 Jun 07, 2017

Land Development Services, Commercial Inspector who also does the amusement device inspections for Celebrate Fairfax.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 24, 2017 May 24, 2017

Project Manager for Park Authority's Resident Curator Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 10, 2017 May 10, 2017

Environmental Health Specialist, HD, Mosquitoes and Ticks.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 28, 2017 May 03, 2017

Deb Severson, Public Health Lab Director, National Laboratory Professionals Week.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 29, 2017 Mar 29, 2017

Yolanda Thompson, Call Taker, Domestic Violence Hotline.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 17, 2017 Mar 22, 2017

Dr. Barbara Andrino, Health Department, TB (World TB Day is March 24.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 1, 2017 Mar 01, 2017

George Mason Regional Library Branch Manager Mohammed Esslami.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 15, 2017 Feb 15, 2017

Reston Community Center, 55+ Program Director, RCC Rides Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 1, 2017 Feb 01, 2017

Stuff the Bus, Office of Public Private Partnerships.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 18, 2017 Jan 18, 2017

Rehabilitation Services Manager, Speech and Hearing Program of the Fairfax County Health Department.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 4, 2017 Jan 04, 2017

Winter Weather Preparedness for the Season and New Year's Preparedness Resolutions.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 21, 2016 Dec 21, 2016

Adult Fiction Selector for the Library, Popular books in 2016, What's coming out in 2017.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 7, 2016 Dec 07, 2016

Health Department, Flu and the Flu Vaccine (National Flu Vaccination Week).

The County Conversation Podcast for November 23, 2016 Nov 23, 2016

Health Department, Environmental Health Division, Food Safety for the Holidays.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 9, 2016 Nov 09, 2016

Fairfax County Police, Financial Crimes Squad, Financial Crimes and Financial Fitness Training.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 26, 2016 Oct 26, 2016

DPWES, Yard Waste Management, Elimination of Plastic Bags for Yard Waste Collection.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 12, 2016 Oct 12, 2016

Fairfax County Library Director.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 28, 2016 Sep 28, 2016

Fairfax County Health Department, Rabies Coordinator.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 14, 2016 Sep 14, 2016

Health Department, Back to School Immunizations.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 31, 2016 Aug 31, 2016

Health Department, Back to School Immunizations.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 17, 2016 Aug 17, 2016

Head of Marketing for Fairfax Connector, Student Bus Pass Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 3, 2016 Aug 03, 2016

DPWES, Asian Longhorned Beetle.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 20, 2016 Jul 20, 2016

Human Services, Needs Assessment

The County Conversation Podcast for July 6, 2016 Jul 06, 2016

Landscape Archtect, Stormwater Planning Division, DPWES, Pollinators (bees) and a Planned Pollinator Meadow at the Govt. Center.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 22, 2016 Jun 22, 2016

Director of Planning Division, Department of Planning and Zoning, Embark Richmond Highway Project.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 8, 2016 Jun 08, 2016

Health Department, Topics Include Mosquito Prevention and the Zika Virus.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 25, 2016 May 25, 2016

Office to Prevent and End Homelessness, Point in Time Report.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 11, 2016 May 11, 2016

Bicycle Program Coordinator, Fairfax County Dept. of Transportation; Bike to Work Day, Bikeshare in Reston and Tysons.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 27, 2016 Apr 27, 2016

Park Authority, Summer Camp Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 16, 2016 Mar 16, 2016

Caroline Couper, Registered Dietitian at Inova Cares WIC Clinic in Falls Church, Basics of Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, Food Labels.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 17, 2016 Feb 17, 2016

Marcus Moore, Fairfax Connector, Commuter Benefits Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 3, 2016 Feb 03, 2016

Ryan Morgan, Police Department, Diversion First, CIT Coordinator.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 20, 2016 Jan 20, 2016

Allan Hide, Communications Policy and Regulation Division, Making Sense of TV Free Consumer Seminar.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 6, 2016 Jan 06, 2016

Joe Mondoro of DMB, Chris Leonard of NCS, Lines of Business.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 23, 2015 Dec 23, 2015

Collection Services, Top Books of 2015, Top Picks for 2016, Book Recommendations.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 9, 2015 Dec 09, 2015

Election Officer Recruiter, Fairfax County Office of Elections.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 25, 2015 Nov 25, 2015

Fairfax County Park Authority Needs Assessment.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 11, 2015 Nov 11, 2015

Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, MSMD.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 28, 2015 Oct 28, 2015

DMB, Economic Indicators.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 14, 2015 Oct 14, 2015

9-5-2-1-0; school health nurse, Health Department.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 30, 2015 Sep 30, 2015

Director of Revenue Collection Division, Personal Property (Car Taxes).

The County Conversation Podcast for September 16, 2015 Sep 16, 2015

Fairfax County Park Authority, Farmers Market Coordinator.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 19, 2015 Aug 19, 2015

DPWES, Stream Crime Investigation Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 5, 2015 Aug 05, 2015

DPWES, Stream Crime Investigation Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 22, 2015 Jul 22, 2015

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, ISO rating.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 24, 2015 Jul 08, 2015

What the Health Department does to keep pools safe and safety tips for pool-goers.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 24, 2015 Jun 24, 2015

Child ID program, Child Safety Seat Inspections.

The County Conversation Podcast for June 10, 2015 Jun 10, 2015

Virginia Task Force 1 (VATF-1) and the recent deployment to Nepal.

The County Conversation Podcast for May 13, 2015 May 13, 2015

Mental Health First Aid, Mental Health Month, Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 29, 2015 Apr 29, 2015

9-1-1, National Telecommunicators Week.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 15, 2015 Apr 15, 2015

Green Spring Gardens, Farmers Markets.

The County Conversation Podcast for April 1, 2015 Apr 01, 2015

Planning and Development Division, Park Authority, Completion of the Regional Master Plan for Sully Woodlands, Needs Assessment.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 18, 2015 Mar 18, 2015

Edward (Ed) L. Long Jr., county executive Topic: Fairfax County budget and budget process.

The County Conversation Podcast for March 4, 2015 Mar 04, 2015

Consumer Affairs on National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 18, 2015 Feb 18, 2015

Community Services Board, Executive Director.

The County Conversation Podcast for February 4, 2015 Feb 04, 2015

DPWES Stormwater Planning Division, Dam Rehabilitation.

The County Conversation Podcast for January 21, 2015 Jan 21, 2015

Chairmain Sharon Bulova, "State of the County".

The County Conversation Podcast for January 7, 2015 Jan 07, 2015

How Small Businesses Can Sell to and Work with Fairfax County.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 19, 2014 Dec 24, 2014

Fairfax County Office to Prevent and End Homelessness Program and Hypothermia.

The County Conversation Podcast for December 10, 2014 Dec 10, 2014

Fairfax County Public Works and Environmental Services Cankerworm Pilot Program.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 26, 2014 Nov 26, 2014

On this edition of the conversation, we’ll talk with Anna Bentley, Fairfax County Park Authority, about the Parks’ needs assessment.

The County Conversation Podcast for November 12, 2014 Nov 12, 2014

CSB Residential Treatment Services, Substance Use Treatment and Mental Health Treatment.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 29, 2014 Oct 29, 2014

Dept. of Cable and Consumer Services, 30th Anniversary of Channel 16.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 15, 2014 Oct 15, 2014

Deputy Director of the Libraries, Focus on Educational Resources, Support to Students, Home School Families and School Partnerships.

The County Conversation Podcast for October 1, 2014 Oct 01, 2014

Animal Shelter, Wildlife Management Specialist.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 17, 2014 Sep 17, 2014

Deputy Coordinator, Office for Emergency Management.

The County Conversation Podcast for September 3, 2014 Sep 03, 2014

Volunteer Liaison, Fire and Rescue (CERT).

The County Conversation Podcast for August 20, 2014 Aug 20, 2014

Worksafe Fairfax, NACo award, Risk Management.

The County Conversation Podcast for August 6, 2014 Aug 06, 2014

(Assistant Director of Patient Care Services, Fairfax County Health Dept., School Immunizations, Immunization Awareness Month/Back-to-school Immunizations.

The County Conversation Podcast for July 24, 2014 Jul 30, 2014

Volunteers, World Police and Fire Games.

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