Birthplace of Next: City of Dayton Radio

The Urban Forest Master Plan

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:57:37 +0000

In this Episode of the podcast Andrew Estevez with the Office of Public Affairs talks with Mike Squire, Division Manager for Community Engagement, and Bryan Urban, Street Maintenance Supervisor for Public Works, about the Urban Forest Master Plan.

Dayton in Focus: Citizens' Assembly

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:04:54 +0000

In this special "Dayton in Focus" episode of the podcast Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks with Michelle Riley, CEO of the Foodbank, Inc., and Mike Squire, Division Manager of Community Engagement with the city, about citizens' assembly. A citizens’ assembly is a group of citizens that is selected at random in such a way that the composition of this group reflects selected demographic or social features of the whole society. In other words, it constitutes a city or a country in miniature. A role of a citizens’ assembly is an in-depth analysis of a given issue, a deliberation over different solutions, hearing of the pros and cons, and then, making informed decisions.

Dayton In Focus - Downtown Safety

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 20:24:00 +0000

In this special "Dayton in Focus" episode of the podcast, Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks with Major Brian Johns of the Dayton Police Department about new and ongoing efforts that promote safety in the urban core.

In the Spotlight, Episode 94: Leroy Long III, Ph.D. and Mechanical Engineering Technology at Sinclair Community College

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:19:40 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Leroy Long III, Ph.D. about STEM education and the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Sinclair Community College.

in the Spotlight, Episode 93 - The Mustard Seed Foundation

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:19:37 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Shondale Atkinson, Founder and CEO of the Mustard Seed Foundation.

In The Spotlight, Episode 92 - Judge Walter H. Rice

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:09:31 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Walter H. Rice, Senior Federal Judge for the Southern District of Ohio.

In the Spotlight, Episode 91 - The Human Relations Council

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:36:36 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Lamonte Hall Jr., Executive Director of the Dayton Human Relations Council.

In the Spotlight, Episode 91 - Sybil Martin

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 19:10:17 +0000

In this special"In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast, Mayor Mims talks with Sybil Martin, Executive Director of the Norma J. Ross Memorial Fund, about breast cancer outreach and awareness.

In the Spotlight, Episode 90 - The Foodbank

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:49:37 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Amber Wright, Marketing & Advocacy Manager for the Foodbank, Inc.

In the Spotlight, Episode 89 - Shelley Dickstein

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 19:20:26 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein.

Dayton In Focus: The Dayton Police Department's 30 X 30 Campaign

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:59:40 +0000

In this special "Dayton in Focus" episode of the podcast City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks to Officer Cayce Cantrell with the Recruitment Unit of the Dayton Police Department, about the 30 X 30 female officer recruitment campaign, which aims to have 30% female officers in the department by 2030.

If you're interested in a career with the Dayton Police Department or know someone who may be interested, please contact Officer Cantrell at (937) 333-8990 or email cayce.cantrell@daytonohio.com

In the Spotlight, Episode 88 - The Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association (GDAHA)

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 18:23:04 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Sarah Hackenbracht, President & CEO of the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association (GDAHA), about health care, behavioral health and violence reduction.

In The Spotlight Episode 87 - Recreation

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 18:14:22 +0000

In this special "In The Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Stephan Marcellus, Director of the City's Department of Recreation, about programs and activities as well as the future of recreation in Dayton.

The Dayton Mediation Center

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:27:20 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Michelle Zaremba, Mediation Division Manager, and Aaron Primm, Mediation Specialist II, about transformative mediation and the Center's role in conflict resolution.

In the Spotlight, Episode 85 - Chief Afzal

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:41:11 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast, Mayor Mims talks with Kamran Afzal, Director and Chief of the Dayton Police Department, about police reform, the peace Initiative and more.

Dayton in Focus - Preparations for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly

Wed, 07 May 2025 15:27:00 +0000

In this special "Dayton in Focus" episode of the podcast Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks with David Escobar, City Engineer, and Major Chris Malson, Community Services Division Commander with the Dayton Police Department, about the downtown streetscape improvements and security planning for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, which will take place in Dayton from May 22nd through the 26th.

Urban Agriculture

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:00:38 +0000

In this episode of the podcast Andrew Estevez, with the City's office of Public Affairs, talks with Felicia Graham, Environmental Compliance Coordinator with the Department of Water, and Lilian Hannibal, Community Engagement Specialist with the Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development about urban agriculture.

In the Spotlight Episode 84 - Willis "Bing" Davis

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 19:12:49 +0000

In this special "In The Spotlight" episode of the podcast, Mayor Mims talks with local Artist and Educator Willis "Bing" Davis.

In the Spotlight, Episode 83 - The Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dayton

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:21:54 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with James Bailey, General Manger of the soon to be opened Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown, located in the North section of the Arcade.

In the Spotlight, Episode 81 - The Victory Project

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 19:08:12 +0000

In this special; "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Monnie Bush, Founder of the Victory Project, about how his organization works to help youth build skills for successful employment.

In the Spotlight, Episode 80 - Transportation and Workforce Development

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 19:25:51 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Commissioner Chris Shaw about transportation and workforce development.

Safe Streets 4 All

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 15:15:38 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next Andrew Estevez with the City's Office of Communications and Public Affairs talks with David Escobar, City Engineer, and Mike Squire, Division Manager of Community Engagement, about Safe Streets 4 All, a comprehensive safety action plan grant from the United States Department of Transportation that the City received in 2022.

In 2023, the city partnered with LJB, Inc. to develop a comprehensive safety action plan for City of Dayton roads. The work is ongoing and is planned to be completed in 2025.

Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) is aimed at reducing and eliminating serious-injury and fatal crashes affecting all roadway users.

The Action Plan uses data analysis to identify roadway safety problems and strengthen a community’s approach through projects and strategies that address the most significant safety risks.

Miami Valley Works

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 21:33:04 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Michelle Feltz, Director of Miami Valley Works, a service of Goodwill/Easter Seals Miami Valley, about workforce development.

In the Spotlight, Episode 78 - The Dayton Leadership Academies

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:35:03 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast, Mayor Mims talks with Tess Mitchner-Assingo, Executive Director the Dayton Leadership Academies, and Eric Wright, Senior Dean of Students at the same organization.

Dayton in Focus - Episode 3

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:39:13 +0000

In this special "Dayton in Focus" edition of the podcast City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks will Gil Turner, Director of Aviation for the City about the latest projects and improvements at the Dayton International Airport.

In the Spotlight, Episode 77 - The Role of Education in Society

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:21:16 +0000

In this special "In The Spotlight" edition of Birthplace of Next, Mayor Mims talks with Dr. David Lawrence, Superintendent of the Dayton Public Schools, about the role of education in shaping young people.

Mayor Mims Live Interview on WDAO - Recorded 11-19-24

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:16:16 +0000

In the Special Edition of Birthplace of Next, Mayor Mims talks with WDAO DJ Michael Ecton, on the Expressions show.

In the Spotlight, Episode 76 - Teen Voting March

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 18:26:00 +0000

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Dayton Mayor Jeffery Mims talks with Brandon McClain, Magistrate with the Dayton Municipal Court, about the Teen Voting March event, which will take place on Thursday, October 10th, 2024 at the RTA Cultural Center, 40 S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd. at 9:00 am. The march to the Montgomery County Board of Elections to vote will start between 9:30 and 10:00 am.

Eviction Sealing

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:59:26 +0000

In tis episode of Birthplace of Next, Andrew Estevez with the City's Office of Communications and Public Affairs talks with Brandon McClain, Magistrate with the Dayton Municipal Court, about the newly available process for sealing eviction records in the courts files.

Dayton in Focus - Episode 2

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:25:32 +0000

In this Special Edition of the podcast, Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks with Mike Powell, Director of the Department of Water, about drinking water, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and how the Dayton Water Department is one of the top-rated operations in the country.

Abandoned Vehicles

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 16:19:34 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next, Mike Squire, Manager of Community Engagement for the city, talks with James McDaniel, Division Manager of Housing, and Officer Tim Gould of the Dayton Police Department about issues surrounding junked and abandoned vehicles, both on private property and in the public right-of-way.

Dayton in Focus - Episode 1

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:39:36 +0000

Find out how the City is spending $18 million of the Dayton Recovery Plan for Housing and Development needs.

Solar Power at City Facilities

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:41:31 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next Meg Maloney, Sustainability Manger for the City, talks with Tom Tappel, of Go Sustainable Energy, about the City's current solar projects at Kittyhawk and the Dayton International Airport.

In the Spotlight, Episode 75 - The Fisher/Nightingale Houses

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 20:37:31 +0000

In this special “In the Spotlight” edition of the podcast, Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims will be talking with Dr. Kimberly Luce, Executive Director of Fisher/Nightingale Houses, Inc. and founder of Strategic Ethical Solutions International.

Evictions

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:59:02 +0000

In this edition of the podcast, Andrew Estevez with the City's Office of Communications and Public Affairs will be talking with Brandon McClain, Magistrate with the Dayton Municipal Court, about the eviction process and how it impacts both tenants and landlords.

Black Men's Mental Health

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 20:02:21 +0000

In this special “In the Spotlight” edition of the podcast, Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims will be talking with Camillia Harris, founder of the JustUs Mental Health Foundation. Ms. Harris will be hosting a Black Men's Mental Health Conference on Saturday April 18, 2024 at Sinclair Community College. For more information or to register, go to www.bmmhc.org and click on the conferences link.

Daybreak Shelter for Homeless Youth

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 20:39:30 +0000

In this special “In the Spotlight” edition of the podcast, Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims will be talking with Alisha Murray, CEO of Daybreak, Dayton’s only shelter for homeless youth.

Alisha Murray, MA, MSW, LISW-S,is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor with over 23 years of social services experience. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from Athens State University and has completed graduate level education holding a Master of Social Work from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Arts in Applied Behavioral Science from Wright State University. Alisha has gained a wealth of knowledge in her career providing services in child welfare, juvenile justice, military and hospital settings, and education at the collegiate level. She is no stranger to the Daybreak family, having served here for 14 years in various positions (case manager, therapist, Housing Manager, Clinical Supervisor, and Chief Program Officer). Her passion is to help populations at-risk achieve stability and to assist people in achieving emotional wellbeing.

Library for Africa

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 16:35:45 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Veleta Jenkins, Founder & CEO - Library for Africa, Brooke Gates, Youth Ambassador - Library for Africa, Thomas Siafa, Dayton Sister Cities Chair - Liberia, Monrovia, Matt Joseph - Dayton City Commissioner and John McManus - Montgomery County Treasurer, about the ongoing effort to build a public library in Liberia.

Renewable Natural Gas

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:11:39 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next Andrew Estevez with the City's Office of Communications and Public Affairs talks with Meg Maloney, Sustainability Manager for the City, about the recently approved renewable natural gas project.

Inclusive Environments and High-performing Teams

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:55:56 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Karen Townsend, Ph.D., President of KTownsend Consulting, about helping leaders create inclusive environments and build high-performing teams.

Resilience and Emotional Wellness

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 20:41:37 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Phillitia Charlton, Co-Owner and Founder of Charlton Charlton and Associates, a professional resilience and emotional wellness firm.

Ohio Issue One

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:57:28 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next Special Edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Christine Corba, Executive Director of the Dayton Area League of Women Voters, about Ohio Issue One, which is on the Special Election ballot for August eighth.

Water Sustainability

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:06:06 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next Meg Maloney, Sustainability Manager for the City, talks with Katie Norris, Environmental Scientist in the Water Department, about the City's ongoing efforts to ensure a safe and renewable water supply for the region.

The Dayton Metro Library West Branch Shuttle

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:53:04 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Jeffrey Trzeciak, Executive Director of the Dayton Metro Library, about the new West Branch Library Shuttle.

The Downtown DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area)

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:34:12 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Tony Kroeger from the Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development, about the creation of a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, or DORA, that will encompass over three-hundred acres of Downtown

The Sprouts Youth Education Program

Wed, 31 May 2023 18:26:54 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next Meg Maloney, Sustainability Specialist with the City of Dayton, talks with Katy Buddlemeyer, Sustainability Fellow with the City, about the Dayton Sprouts Youth Education Program.

Update on Demolition of Blighted and Nuisance Properties

Wed, 03 May 2023 15:23:12 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Steve Gondol Deputy Director of the City's Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development, about the City’s demolition of blighted and nuisance properties.

Sustainability Overview

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:42:33 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next Meg Maloney, Sustainability Specialist with the City's Office of Sustainability, talks with co-host Eric Borth, Environmental Scientist with the City's Department of Water about the general topic of sustainability. This is the first of a series of podcasts on this subject.

Results of the Dayton Survey

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 19:19:31 +0000

In this Birthplace of next special edition, we’re featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Jeanette Ghand of the Department of Procurement, Management and Budget, about the results of the 2022 Dayton Survey.

Update on Lot Links Program

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:15:06 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next, the City's Director of Neighborhoods, Planning and Development Todd Kinsey talks to Montgomery County Treasurer John McManus about the current state of delinquent property acquisition.

The Dayton Fire Department Training Center

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:10:44 +0000

In this episode of Birthplace of Next, Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks with Captain Sarah Marshall about her role at the the City's Fire Training Center.

The Dayton Mediation Center’s Landlord/Tenant Homelessness Prevention Program

Thu, 12 May 2022 20:05:16 +0000

In this episode Aaron Primm, Program Manager for the Dayton Mediation Center's Landlord/Tenant Homelessness Prevention Program, talks with Marcus and Amber about their experience with avoiding an eviction proceeding, and the help the City provided them with.

Dayton’s 100 % Renewable Electric Aggregation Plan

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 14:07:49 +0000

In this Episode of Birthplace of Next Meg Maloney, the City's Sustainability Specialist, Talks with Dayton City Commissioner Matt Joseph and Luke Sulfridge, Executive Director of Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council about Dayton's 100% renewable electric aggregation effort.

The Dayton Fire Department & Emergency Preparedness

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:00:47 +0000

In this episode Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks with Captain Tyler McCoy about emergency preparedness.

The Dayton Fire Department GROW Program

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 18:48:51 +0000

In this episode Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks to Emergency Medical Technician Amy Dunkin about the DFD's GROW (Get Recovery Options Working) Program.

The Dayton Fire Department is Recruiting!

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 18:54:44 +0000

In this episode Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks to Lieutenant Ken Cole about efforts to recruit a more diverse field of candidates for the DFD. For more information go to: joindaytonfire.com

Work in Progress - A Live Podcast with Commissioner Fairchild: Flyer Basketball, March Madness and the First Four!

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:41:56 +0000

Commissioner Darryl Fairchild talks with John Lumpkin about UD basketball, Hoopla! and what it means for Dayton.

Work in Progress - A Live Podcast with Commissioner Fairchild: Planning Priorities

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 18:43:28 +0000

Commissioner Darryl Fairchild talks with Tony Kroeger, Manager of the Division of Planning for the City of Dayton, about planning throughout the city and work being done with Urban Design Associates.

Work in Progress - A Live Podcast with Commissioner Darryl Fairchild: 2020 Neighborhood Budget Priorities

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 19:12:23 +0000

Commissioner Darryl Fairchild talks with Todd Kinskey, Director of Planning & Community Development for the City of Dayton, about priorities for the proposed 2020 budget.

Work in Progress - A Live Podcast with Commissioner Fairchild: The 2020 City of Dayton Budget

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 18:04:09 +0000

Commissioner Darryl Fairchild talks with Diane Shannon, Director of Procurement, Management & Budget for the City of Dayton, about the proposed 2020 budget.

Work in progress - A Live Podcast with Commissioner Fairchild: Handling Grief & Stress During the Holidays

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 19:59:52 +0000

Handling Grief & Stress During the Holidays

22. Great Miami Riverway

Fri, 06 Apr 2018 14:06:30 +0000

In this Birthplace of Next Extra Edition, we're featuring Elizabeth Connor of the Great Miami Riverway. From Sidney to Hamilton, the Great Miami Riverway is 99 miles of river, paved trails and connected communities, only an hour away from Cincinnati and Columbus at the Crossroads of America. The City of Dayton is a proud sponsor of the Great Miami Riverway, and Elizabeth will tell us more about the organization.

21. Your Dollars, Your Neighborhood

Mon, 20 Nov 2017 20:46:55 +0000

In 2016, Dayton residents passed Issue 9, an eight year, 0.25 percent tax increase that is now known as "Your Dollars, Your Neighborhood." In this episode, Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks about how the funds generated by the tax are being put to use in the city, and introduces a new dashboard tool to track performance.

20. The Next Shade of Green: Daytons Sustainability Practices

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 13:44:31 +0000

The City of Dayton is committed to responsible stewardship of the envorinmental resources within its jurisdiction. In this episode, we talk with Michelle Simmons, Division Manager of Environmental Management for the Department of Water, about the City's sustainability strategy, and what local government is doing to take the region to the next shade of green.

19. Bike Sharing, Bike Trails, Bike Lanes. It's About Bikes!

Fri, 19 May 2017 15:29:29 +0000

Dayton is at the heart of the nation's largest network of bike trails. Bike lanes are appearing in streets around the region, and the Link bike share program has just celebrated it's second anniversary. In this episode we talk with Laura Estandia, Executive Director of Bike Miami Valley to learn how Dayton is changing to accomodate an increasingly popular form of transportation.

18. Water, Water, Everywhere, We Keep it Safe to Drink

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 18:57:10 +0000

From algae blooms to lead pipes, the last several years have seen prominent stories of water issues surface in the midwest. On today's podcast, Karen Thomas, the Marketing Account Mangement Representative with the Department of Water, explains how Dayton keeps the public aware of water topics, as well as educating future residents and water professionals to keep this crucial natural resource flowing in the future.

17. Access, Adoption and Use of Broadband Technology

Mon, 06 Mar 2017 01:11:00 +0000

Dayton was selected as one of five communities in 2017 to undergo a detailed technology assessment and broadband plan through Connect Ohio, a local division of Connected Nation. By surveying how Dayton residents and organizations use the Internet and their devices, Connect Ohio will chart a course to bring affordable high-speed Internet and broadband-enabled resources to the region. With us today to discuss how this will all play out is the Executive Director of Connect Ohio, Stu Johnson.

16. Paving the Way and Bridging the Gaps

Mon, 20 Feb 2017 01:00:00 +0000

You’re listening to ‘Birthplace of Next,’ the podcast where City officials and partners discuss the latest news and developments in Dayton that continue to make it a livable, sustainable and innovative community.

It’s no secret that public infrastructure across America continues to age and needs replacement. Here in Dayton, reconstruction efforts not only improve transportation conditions but also position our community for further success and growth. On this episode, we have Keith Steeber, Interim Deputy Director of the Department of Public Works, to talk with us about the City’s overall strategy for civil engineering.

15. What's in Store for Dayton's Housing Market?

Mon, 06 Feb 2017 01:00:00 +0000

You’re listening to ‘Birthplace of Next,’ the podcast where City officials discuss the latest news and developments in Dayton that continue to make it a livable, sustainable and innovative community.

On this episode, we assess the current status and future prospects of Dayton’s housing market, as well as an upcoming Housing Symposium where attendees will learn more about the housing stock and resources provided by the City. With us to discuss this topic is Erin Jeffries, the City’s Acting Community Development Manager.

14. Building Up Minority Businesses

Mon, 23 Jan 2017 01:06:00 +0000

What is the Human Relations Council, and how does it foster a more vibrant business environment within the city of Dayton? Roshawn Winburn, Director of the Greater Dayton Minority Business Assistance Center, explains the services these organizations provide to help Dayton's small business community thrive.

13. The Levitt Pavilion Takes the Stage

Mon, 09 Jan 2017 01:00:00 +0000

As downtown Dayton's newest upcoming outdoor venue reaches its initial fundraising goal, we invite Gary LeRoy, a member of Friends of Levitt Pavilion Dayton, to shed some light on the future of Dave Hall Plaza and the boon other Levitt projects have been to their hosting communities.

12. A Year in Review

Mon, 26 Dec 2016 12:00:00 +0000

For our final episode of 2016, City Manager Shelley Dickstein returns to give us a post-election briefing of Issue 9 tax dollars moving into 2017. We also discuss a few of the other accomplishments made this year and where we are headed as a community.

11. 150 Year of Veterans Affairs in Dayton

Mon, 12 Dec 2016 02:30:00 +0000

The Dayton VA Medical Center discusses plans in 2017 to mark 150 years of service.

10. A Small Business Advocate on the Inside

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 05:48:00 +0000

Dayton boasts a creative and talented community of professionals and entrepreneurs, but the challenge of getting a brick-and-mortar shop set up or expanded can be daunting. To discuss how the City government is working to foster and support start-up small businesses, we have the City’s Small Business Advocate, Jeffrey Bankston, with us today on the show.

9. Easy To and Through - Airport Amenities

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 05:24:00 +0000

Linda Hughes from the Dayton International Airport discusses the improvements and features that will make holiday traveling even easier at DAY.

Learn more at flydayton.com.

8. Start Downtown

Mon, 31 Oct 2016 01:00:00 +0000

A new collaborative entrepreneur initiative is amplifying the downtown business culture and leveraging the recent renaissance of small business ventures in the city's center. Scott Murphy, Downtown Dayton Partnership's VP of Economic Development, discusses how the projects under the initiative will take downtown's small businesses to the next level.

7. Keeping Fit in Quarter Four

Mon, 17 Oct 2016 01:00:00 +0000

As the weather cools, days get shorter, and family gatherings fill up the calendar, it can be challenging to make time for healthy habits. A Recreation Coordinator with the City of Dayton shares some ways busy Dayton residents can make time for fitness and a healthy lifestyleduring the busy holiday season ahead.

6. The New Panhandling Ordinance

Mon, 03 Oct 2016 12:31:29 +0000

"Birthplace of Next" is the podcast where City leaders discuss the latest news and developments in Dayton that continue to make it a livable, sustainable and innovative community.

On today's episode, Assistant City Prosecutor Troy Daniels discusses recent changes to the City of Dayton's panhandling ordinance.

5. Making the Most of the HUD Choice Grant

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 17:21:20 +0000

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development recently awarded a $1.5 million Choice Neighborhoods Initiative grant to revitalize severely distressed neighborhoods. The City's Director of Planning and Community Development, Aaron Sorrell, discusses what this means for residents and what the next steps will be.

4. Paid Parental Leave: One Year Later

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 17:13:09 +0000

As the Director of the City's Department of Human Relations, Ken Couch oversaw the implementation of the City's new paid parental leave policy in September of 2015. On this episode, we’ll hear how this and other HR policies are shaping the City’s culture and productivity.

3. The Immigrant-Friendly Difference

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 17:09:40 +0000

Since its establishment in 2011, the Welcome Dayton immigrant-friendly initiative has garnered the city national recognition in integrating foreign-born residents into the fabric of communities. Welcome Dayton Program Coordinator Melissa Bertolo shares the vision behind the program and how the community has benefited from embracing newcomers.

2. West Dayton Development Plan

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 15:09:02 +0000

On this episode, Director of Planning & Community Development Aaron Sorrell explains the spirit and purpose of the West Dayton Development Plan and how strategic initiatives are helping revitalize the city's western neighborhoods.

1. Why Raise the Income Tax?

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 14:58:03 +0000

City Manager Shelley Dickstein outlines the parameters of Issue 9, a proposed income tax levy that will be on the ballot this Election Day, November 8, 2016. What will this income tax cost you? What City services would benefit from this levy? Why is the City setting aside a portion of funds for preschool education? Listen to find out.