Whatcom County Public Works Podcast https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com Podcast highlighting the work of Whatcom County Public Works in Whatcom County, WA Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:35:00 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Government 1440 episodic Whatcom County Public Works Whatcom County Public Works No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16557760/Podcast_logo_1400K_Sq6678y.png Whatcom County Public Works Podcast https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com 144 144 Season 4, Episode 2: Freeze/Thaw Roadway Monitoring with the Traffic Division Season 4, Episode 2: Freeze/Thaw Roadway Monitoring with the Traffic Division https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-4-episode-2-frost-monitoring-with-the-traffic-division/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-4-episode-2-frost-monitoring-with-the-traffic-division/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:35:00 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/4a0de361-5d10-3cf6-99c7-05155c7be9e6 Soon-to-be retired Senior Traffic Tech Dave Hower joins Roland and Mandy to talk about the importance of frost depth monitoring on County roadways. 

]]> Soon-to-be retired Senior Traffic Tech Dave Hower joins Roland and Mandy to talk about the importance of frost depth monitoring on County roadways. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1380 31 full Season 4, Episode 1: 2026 Outlook with Director Elizabeth Kosa Season 4, Episode 1: 2026 Outlook with Director Elizabeth Kosa https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-4-episode-1-2026-outlook-with-director-elizabeth-kosa/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-4-episode-1-2026-outlook-with-director-elizabeth-kosa/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:09:46 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/10b1b307-7137-3a6e-a312-8cb0512bbf72 In this Season 4 kickoff episode, Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa looks ahead to 2026—sharing thoughts on the department’s priorities, the challenges we’re navigating, and the opportunities ahead for Public Works. It’s a chance to hear directly from leadership about where we’re headed and what to expect in the coming year.

]]> In this Season 4 kickoff episode, Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa looks ahead to 2026—sharing thoughts on the department’s priorities, the challenges we’re navigating, and the opportunities ahead for Public Works. It’s a chance to hear directly from leadership about where we’re headed and what to expect in the coming year.

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 911 30 full Season 3, Episode 11: Future Shorelines with Chris Elder Season 3, Episode 11: Future Shorelines with Chris Elder https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-11-future-shorelines-with-chris-elder/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-11-future-shorelines-with-chris-elder/#comments Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:01:03 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/177b077a-5fc8-31ae-b648-b168de196e7e Natural Resources Division Senior Planner Chris Elder joins Roland and Mandy to discuss the recent Future Shorelines Project. More information is available on the project website. 

]]> Natural Resources Division Senior Planner Chris Elder joins Roland and Mandy to discuss the recent Future Shorelines Project. More information is available on the project website. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1224 29 full Season 3, Episode 10: Budget Impacts to Seasonal Maintenance Work Season 3, Episode 10: Budget Impacts to Seasonal Maintenance Work https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-10-budget-impacts-to-seasonal-maintenance-work/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-10-budget-impacts-to-seasonal-maintenance-work/#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:23:18 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/d7909a70-7239-32bf-8a97-8533c5649bf3 Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa joins hosts Roland and Mandy to talk about supplemental budget impacts on the department. Michael & Gina, Assistant Superintendents of Maintenance & Operations, further explain the effects on road maintenance. 

]]> Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa joins hosts Roland and Mandy to talk about supplemental budget impacts on the department. Michael & Gina, Assistant Superintendents of Maintenance & Operations, further explain the effects on road maintenance. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1284 28 full Season 3, Episode 9: Fall Flush with the Whatcom Conservation District Season 3, Episode 9: Fall Flush with the Whatcom Conservation District https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-9-fall-flush-with-the-whatcom-conservation-district/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-9-fall-flush-with-the-whatcom-conservation-district/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:38:22 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/20afa09c-95d2-339c-bebf-61d5c5b5fddc Each year when the rain returns, it carries more than water into our creeks and bays. This new episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast dives into the “fall flush” — what it is, why it matters, and how small actions at home can make a big difference for local water quality.

Hear the surprising connections between what happens in your yard and the seafood we enjoy in local waters. You’ll also learn more about rebates, free farm planning help, and other programs available for residents and rural landowners.

]]> Each year when the rain returns, it carries more than water into our creeks and bays. This new episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast dives into the “fall flush” — what it is, why it matters, and how small actions at home can make a big difference for local water quality.

Hear the surprising connections between what happens in your yard and the seafood we enjoy in local waters. You’ll also learn more about rebates, free farm planning help, and other programs available for residents and rural landowners.

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1394 27 full Season 3, Episode 8: Pet Waste Outreach & Water Quality Season 3, Episode 8: Pet Waste Outreach & Water Quality https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-8-pet-waste-outreach-water-quality/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-8-pet-waste-outreach-water-quality/#comments Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:50:55 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/62a4d421-5861-3e57-9833-8b27beeb9717 This episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast features staff from our Stormwater and our Pollution, Identification, and Correction Program (PIC) to discuss how pet waste affects water quality. Listen to learn more about our Scoop It, Bag It, Trash It campaign and the summer outreach we're doing to update pet owners. 

]]> This episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast features staff from our Stormwater and our Pollution, Identification, and Correction Program (PIC) to discuss how pet waste affects water quality. Listen to learn more about our Scoop It, Bag It, Trash It campaign and the summer outreach we're doing to update pet owners. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1294 26 full Season 3, Episode 7: Health of the Road & Flood Funds Season 3, Episode 7: Health of the Road & Flood Funds https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-7-health-of-the-road-flood-funds/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-7-health-of-the-road-flood-funds/#comments Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:41:34 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/174019a6-0775-3aa7-8e65-3d31eb994459 Season 3 of the Public Works Podcast continues with more info on the department's financial health. Hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa, River & Flood Manager Julie Anderson, and Natural Resources Manager Gary Stoyka to discuss the status of the Road Fund and the Flood Fund.

Listen to learn more about where the money comes from, how cash flow affects the work we do, and the solutions we're proposing to help restore healthy fund balances.

]]> Season 3 of the Public Works Podcast continues with more info on the department's financial health. Hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa, River & Flood Manager Julie Anderson, and Natural Resources Manager Gary Stoyka to discuss the status of the Road Fund and the Flood Fund.

Listen to learn more about where the money comes from, how cash flow affects the work we do, and the solutions we're proposing to help restore healthy fund balances.

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1205 25 full Season 3, Episode 6: County Engineer Doug Ranney Shares Summer Construction Updates Season 3, Episode 6: County Engineer Doug Ranney Shares Summer Construction Updates https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-6-county-engineer-doug-ranney-shares-summer-construction-updates/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-6-county-engineer-doug-ranney-shares-summer-construction-updates/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:13:51 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/80a32c7b-ada2-3b7f-9fc8-589f31ccf64a Roland and Mandy are joined by County Engineer Doug Ranney to discuss summer construction projects. Listen to learn more about how cash flow is affecting projects, as well as which ones are moving forward this summer. (Read Episode 6 transcript)

]]> Roland and Mandy are joined by County Engineer Doug Ranney to discuss summer construction projects. Listen to learn more about how cash flow is affecting projects, as well as which ones are moving forward this summer. (Read Episode 6 transcript)

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 820 24 full Season 3, Episode 5: National Public Works Week and Summer Road Maintenance Season 3, Episode 5: National Public Works Week and Summer Road Maintenance https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-5-national-public-works-week-and-summer-road-maintenance/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-5-national-public-works-week-and-summer-road-maintenance/#comments Wed, 21 May 2025 16:27:54 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/0e4cd117-3812-347a-88b6-690d09798843 Public Works Maintenance & Operations Assistant Superintendents Gina Miller and Michael Koenen join the podcast to discuss road maintenance work drivers experience each summer. We'll also touch on National Public Works Week and a cool partnership that they've developed with Ferndale High School. (Read the episode transcript)

]]> Public Works Maintenance & Operations Assistant Superintendents Gina Miller and Michael Koenen join the podcast to discuss road maintenance work drivers experience each summer. We'll also touch on National Public Works Week and a cool partnership that they've developed with Ferndale High School. (Read the episode transcript)

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 984 23 full Season 3, Episode 4: Chatting with Deputy Executive Aly Pennucci Season 3, Episode 4: Chatting with Deputy Executive Aly Pennucci https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-4-chatting-with-deputy-executive-aly-pennucci/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-4-chatting-with-deputy-executive-aly-pennucci/#comments Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:49:54 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/a6a7e07a-5efd-31a5-842c-49894d484abb Worried about how federal funding cuts might affect our local projects? Roland and Mandy are joined by Whatcom County's new Deputy Executive Aly Pennucci to learn more about what the County is doing to prepare. Aly will also share her background, the role of the Deputy Executive, and what she's learned about the duties of Public Works. 

]]> Worried about how federal funding cuts might affect our local projects? Roland and Mandy are joined by Whatcom County's new Deputy Executive Aly Pennucci to learn more about what the County is doing to prepare. Aly will also share her background, the role of the Deputy Executive, and what she's learned about the duties of Public Works. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1081 22 full Season 3, Episode 3: Learn More About Water Adjudication Season 3, Episode 3: Learn More About Water Adjudication https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-3-learn-more-about-water-adjudication/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-3-learn-more-about-water-adjudication/#comments Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:21 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/d09007f6-f83c-3e47-a536-1a5a15061874 Public Works Natural Resources Manager Gary Stoyka and Outreach Specialist Becky Snijder van Wissenkerke join the podcast to discuss the WRIA1 water adjudication process and the tools that Public Works has set up to help the water users involved. (Read the episode transcript) 

]]> Public Works Natural Resources Manager Gary Stoyka and Outreach Specialist Becky Snijder van Wissenkerke join the podcast to discuss the WRIA1 water adjudication process and the tools that Public Works has set up to help the water users involved. (Read the episode transcript) 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1345 21 full Season 3, Episode 2: Ferry Crew Safety & Training Season 3, Episode 2: Ferry Crew Safety & Training https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-2-ferry-crew-safety-training/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-2-ferry-crew-safety-training/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:44:46 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/d98e8e0e-d2fe-3e21-96a4-ca1393c10ef8 Roland and Mandy speak with the Whatcom Chief's Senior Master, Gary Poole, and Public Works Safety & Training Coordinator, Gabel Bredy, about the safety and training measures for the crew of the Whatcom Chief. Listen to learn more about their recent state-wide safety award!

]]> Roland and Mandy speak with the Whatcom Chief's Senior Master, Gary Poole, and Public Works Safety & Training Coordinator, Gabel Bredy, about the safety and training measures for the crew of the Whatcom Chief. Listen to learn more about their recent state-wide safety award!

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1254 20 full Season 3, Episode 1: Interview with Director Elizabeth Kosa Season 3, Episode 1: Interview with Director Elizabeth Kosa https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-1-interview-with-director-elizabeth-kosa/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-3-episode-1-interview-with-director-elizabeth-kosa/#comments Fri, 10 Jan 2025 17:17:10 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/a589c7c5-78ec-302d-a5ce-812d60d165d1 Roland & Mandy interview Whatcom County Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa. Elizabeth shares an overview of our 2024 accomplishments and some big projects Whatcom County can expect in 2025. (Read the episode transcript)  

]]> Roland & Mandy interview Whatcom County Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa. Elizabeth shares an overview of our 2024 accomplishments and some big projects Whatcom County can expect in 2025. (Read the episode transcript)  

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1132 19 full Season 2, Episode 13: Winter Road Maintenance Season 2, Episode 13: Winter Road Maintenance https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-13-winter-road-maintenance/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-13-winter-road-maintenance/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:08:09 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/ffc548b7-04ff-3972-820c-e444bb22284b Public Works Maintenance & Operations Assistant Superintendents Gina Miller and Michael Koenen join the podcast to discuss our winter road maintenance work and set expectations for the coming season. 

]]> Public Works Maintenance & Operations Assistant Superintendents Gina Miller and Michael Koenen join the podcast to discuss our winter road maintenance work and set expectations for the coming season. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1007 18 full Season 2, Episode 12: Councilmembers Buchanan, Scanlon, and Stremler Season 2, Episode 12: Councilmembers Buchanan, Scanlon, and Stremler https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-12-councilmembers-buchanan-scanlon-and-stremler/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-12-councilmembers-buchanan-scanlon-and-stremler/#comments Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:26:26 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/60786756-cd8d-36f5-aa80-c731ea0802f7 Whatcom County Councilmembers Barry Buchanan, Jon Scanlon, and Mark Stremler join the podcast to discuss public works issues, both present and future. 

]]> Whatcom County Councilmembers Barry Buchanan, Jon Scanlon, and Mark Stremler join the podcast to discuss public works issues, both present and future. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1631 17 full Season 2, Episode 11: Division of Emergency Management Deputy Director Matt Klein Season 2, Episode 11: Division of Emergency Management Deputy Director Matt Klein https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-11-division-of-emergency-managementmatt-klein/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-11-division-of-emergency-managementmatt-klein/#comments Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:38:44 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/a3927081-4122-3c2e-92b0-e6899737eb98 The new deputy director of the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM), Matt Klein, joins the podcast to discuss division responsibilities. Learn more about how our two entities work together, as well as DEM's role in emergent and non-emergent times.  (Read the episode transcript)

]]> The new deputy director of the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM), Matt Klein, joins the podcast to discuss division responsibilities. Learn more about how our two entities work together, as well as DEM's role in emergent and non-emergent times.  (Read the episode transcript)

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1091 16 full Season 2, Episode 10: Public Works Assistant Director Laura Frolich Season 2, Episode 10: Public Works Assistant Director Laura Frolich https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-10-public-works-assistant-director-laura-frolich/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-10-public-works-assistant-director-laura-frolich/#comments Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:40:54 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/f78456ef-a68a-3d07-8b4b-0ae8b8f748c3 Public Works' new assistant director, Laura Froluch, joins Roland & Mandy to discuss her background, her goals for the position, and the department budget.  (Read the episode transcript)

]]> Public Works' new assistant director, Laura Froluch, joins Roland & Mandy to discuss her background, her goals for the position, and the department budget.  (Read the episode transcript)

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1031 15 full Season 2, Episode 9: Summer Road Maintenance Season 2, Episode 9: Summer Road Maintenance https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-9-summer-road-maintenance/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-9-summer-road-maintenance/#comments Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:09:35 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/c04a19a7-8c9f-3e0b-8e5b-af6c35907488 Public Works Maintenance & Operations Assistant Superintendents Gina Miller and Michael Koenen will join the podcast to discuss road maintenance activities drivers experience each summer. 

]]> Public Works Maintenance & Operations Assistant Superintendents Gina Miller and Michael Koenen will join the podcast to discuss road maintenance activities drivers experience each summer. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1124 14 full Season 2, Episode 8: All About Roundabouts Season 2, Episode 8: All About Roundabouts https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-8-all-about-roundabouts/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-8-all-about-roundabouts/#comments Thu, 25 Jul 2024 12:28:26 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/5059ef7d-ec0f-3c3d-a547-bfd3434fa133 Whatcom County Public Works Engineering Manager Josh Cihak joins Roland and Mandy to share more about these often misunderstood traffic features. Did you know there's even a rock song written about them?

]]> Whatcom County Public Works Engineering Manager Josh Cihak joins Roland and Mandy to share more about these often misunderstood traffic features. Did you know there's even a rock song written about them?

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1618 13 full Season 2, Episode 7: County Engineer Doug Ranney Season 2, Episode 7: County Engineer Doug Ranney https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-7-county-engineer-doug-ranney/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-7-county-engineer-doug-ranney/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:37:05 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/dd26f31c-d7bd-38f4-9b38-6db2e2e74dd5 Whatcom County Engineer Doug Ranney joins podcast hosts Roland and Mandy to talk about the role and work of the Whatcom County Public Works engineering team. 

]]> Whatcom County Engineer Doug Ranney joins podcast hosts Roland and Mandy to talk about the role and work of the Whatcom County Public Works engineering team. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 942 12 full Season 2, Episode 6: N. Lake Samish Bridge Project & Bridge Program Season 2, Episode 6: N. Lake Samish Bridge Project & Bridge Program https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-6-n-lake-samish-bridge-project-bridge-program/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-6-n-lake-samish-bridge-project-bridge-program/#comments Thu, 30 May 2024 14:31:32 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/00a32537-7daa-3afa-b763-1bf1ecebcec0 Hosts Roland & Mandy chat with Bridge & Hydraulic Engineering Manager James Lee about the N. Lake Samish Bridge Project. James also shares more about upcoming bridge projects and the Whatcom County Bridge Program as a whole. 

]]> Hosts Roland & Mandy chat with Bridge & Hydraulic Engineering Manager James Lee about the N. Lake Samish Bridge Project. James also shares more about upcoming bridge projects and the Whatcom County Bridge Program as a whole. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 881 11 full Season 2, Episode 5: Noxious Weeds Program Season 2, Episode 5: Noxious Weeds Program https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-5-noxious-weeds-program/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-5-noxious-weeds-program/#comments Fri, 03 May 2024 12:29:16 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e5636013-87d0-3597-9595-d5ec7eeecb8f Listen as hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by the staff of our Noxious Weed Program to discuss all things weeds. Laurel & Cevan share tips for identification, prevention, remediation, and the tools you can borrow to free your yard from weeds.

]]> Listen as hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by the staff of our Noxious Weed Program to discuss all things weeds. Laurel & Cevan share tips for identification, prevention, remediation, and the tools you can borrow to free your yard from weeds.

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1220 10 full Season 2, Episode 4: Salmon Recovery & Fish Passage Program Season 2, Episode 4: Salmon Recovery & Fish Passage Program https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-4-salmon-recovery-fish-passage-program/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-4-salmon-recovery-fish-passage-program/#comments Thu, 11 Apr 2024 09:34:00 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/4fe5f3b4-9a71-3b94-95e6-53e1838c1e9e Podcast hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by Senior Salmon Recovery Planner John Thompson and Engineering Supervisor Ben Floyd to talk about the new fish passage program at Whatcom County Public Works. 

]]> Podcast hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by Senior Salmon Recovery Planner John Thompson and Engineering Supervisor Ben Floyd to talk about the new fish passage program at Whatcom County Public Works. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1073 9 full Season 2, Episode 3: Natural Resources Program Season 2, Episode 3: Natural Resources Program https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-3-natural-resources-program/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-3-natural-resources-program/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:07:07 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/324677ab-2952-3ee6-86f4-06817a3b25d9 Erika Douglas, Environmental Programs Manager from our Natural Resources Division, joins Roland & Mandy to discuss water quality. 

]]> Erika Douglas, Environmental Programs Manager from our Natural Resources Division, joins Roland & Mandy to discuss water quality. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1635 8 full Season 2, Episode 2: Flood construction projects Season 2, Episode 2: Flood construction projects https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-2-flood-construction-projects/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-2-flood-construction-projects/#comments Fri, 16 Feb 2024 11:44:52 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/43307c01-f5dd-3f8a-b831-2b4204bfec3a Roland and Mandy interview Whatcom County Public Works River & Flood Engineering Supervisor Christina Schoenfelder about flood construction projects. Christina shares how they are prioritized and gives an overview of recent projects. 

]]> Roland and Mandy interview Whatcom County Public Works River & Flood Engineering Supervisor Christina Schoenfelder about flood construction projects. Christina shares how they are prioritized and gives an overview of recent projects. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 886 7 full Season 2, Episode 1: An interview with Public Works Director, Elizabeth Kosa Season 2, Episode 1: An interview with Public Works Director, Elizabeth Kosa https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-1-an-interview-with-public-works-director-elizaboth-kosa/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-1-an-interview-with-public-works-director-elizaboth-kosa/#comments Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:56:13 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/5ef4c114-1d68-3685-8a0f-3a702b2c22d6 Roland and Mandy interview Whatcom County Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa. Elizabeth shares her background, how she came to the position in March 2023, and provides an overview of some of the big projects Whatcom County can expect in 2024. 

]]> Roland and Mandy interview Whatcom County Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa. Elizabeth shares her background, how she came to the position in March 2023, and provides an overview of some of the big projects Whatcom County can expect in 2024. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 1056 6 full Season 1, Episode 5: Winter driving safety Season 1, Episode 5: Winter driving safety https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast-episode-5-winter-driving-safety/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast-episode-5-winter-driving-safety/#comments Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:55:16 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/accff94c-2d6c-3538-a17d-038db51cc15e Join hosts Roland & Mandy for tips on fall & winter driving, including how little water it takes to create a dangerous road situation! 

]]> Join hosts Roland & Mandy for tips on fall & winter driving, including how little water it takes to create a dangerous road situation! 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 682 5 full Season 1, Episode 4: An interview with Gina Miller, Assistant Superintendent of Maintenance & Operations Season 1, Episode 4: An interview with Gina Miller, Assistant Superintendent of Maintenance & Operations https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast-episode-4-gina-millermaintenance-operations/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast-episode-4-gina-millermaintenance-operations/#comments Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:35:00 -0800 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/81609c6f-b977-3cfc-ae8a-dd9e477739ec Roland & Mandy interviewed Assistant Superintendent Gina Miller of our Maintenance & Operations division. Gina gives an overview of the work of M&O and some of the barriers they face to getting it done. 

]]> Roland & Mandy interviewed Assistant Superintendent Gina Miller of our Maintenance & Operations division. Gina gives an overview of the work of M&O and some of the barriers they face to getting it done. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 999 4 full Season 1, Episode 3: Projects in Birch Bay Season 1, Episode 3: Projects in Birch Bay https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/episode-3-birch-bay/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/episode-3-birch-bay/#comments Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:46:31 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/b3839fc8-1276-303b-8a61-7a3377b93aec Roland & Mandy discuss projects in and around the Birch Bay community, including Birch Bay Drive, Jackson Road Bridge, California Creek, and Cottonwood Drive. 

]]> Roland & Mandy discuss projects in and around the Birch Bay community, including Birch Bay Drive, Jackson Road Bridge, California Creek, and Cottonwood Drive. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 734 3 full Season 1, Episode 2: Road construction detours in Whatcom County Season 1, Episode 2: Road construction detours in Whatcom County https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast-episode-2/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast-episode-2/#comments Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:05:58 -0700 whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/671ccc58-0664-3cca-92a5-7a35b5b67aa7 In this episode, hosts Roland & Mandy discuss the various road detours experienced around Whatcom County this summer and preview what to expect over the next few years. 

]]> In this episode, hosts Roland & Mandy discuss the various road detours experienced around Whatcom County this summer and preview what to expect over the next few years. 

]]> Whatcom County Public Works false No 747 1 2 full Season 1, Episode 1: Welcome to our new podcast! Season 1, Episode 1: Welcome to our new podcast! https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast/ https://whatcomcountypublicworks.podbean.com/e/whatcom-county-public-works-podcast/#comments Tue, 29 Aug 2023 13:25:52 -0700 mfeutz.podbean.com/e4dd410f-4f40-317e-bc24-c6ca5bcbd6f3 Welcome to the first episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast. Join your hosts, Roland & Mandy, for a preview of what we hope to accomplish with this new (to us) communication tool. 

]]> Welcome to the first episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast. Join your hosts, Roland & Mandy, for a preview of what we hope to accomplish with this new (to us) communication tool. 

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