FYI Stillwater: Recent Episodes
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On this episode of This Just SWO we have guest Police Chief Watts who is talking about safety and general information on the Stillwater Police Dept.
We discuss Economic Development with the City of Stillwater's Chief Innovation Officer Brady Moore
There are a variety of events scheduled in Stillwater during the holiday season. Guest is Chief Innovation Officer for the City of Stillwater, Becky Taylor.
This podcast covers the status of some of Stillwater's large projects with City Manager, Norman McNickle.
The current state of road projects in Stillwater with Monty Karns, Director, City Engineering. (This podcast was recorded on Sept. 23, 2022 just prior to Monty's retirement.)
Discussing current issues facing emergency management with Rob Hill, the Stillwater Emergency Management Director.
Our hosts sit down with Barbara Bliss, Community Resources Manager for Parks and Recreation, to discuss new projects, Barbara's journey to Stillwater and much more!
Guest: Barbara Bliss | Community Resources Manager, Events and Recreation
Host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Co-host: Mark White | Operations Director
Come listen in as we discuss the human side of human resources.
Guest: Christy Driskel | Human Resources Director
Host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Co-host: Jenika Birdsong | Communications Coordinator
Come check out the 'Wilder' side of project management.
Guest: Shannon Wilder | Project Manager II
Host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Co-host: Mark White | Operations Director
Listen in on what special Projects are happening in our City!
Guest: John McClenny | Special Projects Manager
Host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Co-host: Mark White | Operations Director
Join us as we talk trash and all things waste management with Chris Knight.
Guest: Chris Knight | Waste Management Director
Host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Co-host: Mark White | Operations Director
Join us as we talk about Pat's service to the City of Stillwater
Guest: Pat Darlington | Vice-mayor
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Join us as we discuss the benefits of rain barrels and more!
Guest: Zack Henson | Stormwater Programs Manager
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Listen in as Distribution Superintendent Clint Oliver Tells us what's really going on with The City's power system.
Guest: Clint Oliver | Distribution Superintendent
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Listen in as our very own Environmental Programs Manager tells us how to properly dispose of F.O.G. and what that means.
Guest: Chris Franks | Environmental Programs Manager
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as Emily States Talks about Library programs, events, services and more.
Guest: Emily States | Adult Services Librarian
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as Fire Marshal Steve Sylvester talks about how to practice fire safety at home and more.
Guest: Steve Sylvester | Fire Marshal Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Check out Freddie the Firetruck's Fire Saftey tips
Join us as our own Assistant Chief of Police walks us through his career path, and how he serves our community.
Guest: Shannon Jordan | Assistant Chief of Police Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Learn more about the Stillwater PD and their C.O.P Program
Join us as we learn what the Waste Water Treatment Plant does with all the sludge the citizen produce.
Guest: JasonTyler | Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendant Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Join us as Brad Stewart explains how the IT department keeps the city on it's feet.
Guest: Brad Stewart | IT Director
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as we discuss what the SPD is working toward for our community's mental health.
Guest: Royce Stephens | Captain - Operations Bureau Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as we celebrate Kelley Hitch's 31 years of service to The City of Stillwater and more.
Guest: Kelley Hitch | Water Utilities Supervisor Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
For more information on hydrant flushing check out Did You Know? Hydrant Flushing
To learn more about water service shutoff valves check out How It Works: Water ShutOff
To learn more about why Kelley Hitch has worked for the City of Stillwater for 30 years check out Kelley Hitch--I'm Still Here
Join us as we talk about training, protocol and more.
Guest: Jory Stanley | Assistant Fire Chief Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Tommie Marshall | Multimedia Technician
Join us as we discuss how the city chooses what roads to repair and how to do it.
Guest: Greg Adams | Transportation & Drainage Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
To learn more about Electric car chargers and how they work, check out How It Works: Electric Car Pumps
Listen in as we talk about what the Water Treatment Plant does to keep our water safe.
Guest: Thomas Novotny | Water Treatment Plant Superintendent Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as we discuss what Fleet Maintenance does to keep our city mobile.
Guest: John Maehs | Fleet Maintenance Superintendant Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as we talk about the ever-changing recreational trends right here in Stillwater.
Guest: Barbara Bliss | Community Resources Manager, Events and Recreation Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as we discuss the George Floyd incident, the Stillwater Black Lives Matter protest and officer training.
Guest: Jeff Watts | Stillwater Chief of Police Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
COVID-19 Update #5
Latest City of Stillwater Pandemic News
Guests: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager Rob Hill | Emergency Management Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director, Marketing & Civic Engagement
**Because of the pandemic's evolving nature, some of the information in this podcast is a few days out of date. Go to Stillwater.org for the latest pandemic news. However, we still recommend listening— there's some great stuff in here!
COVID-19 update #4
Latest City of Stillwater Pandemic News
Guest: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director, Marketing & Civic Engagement
COVID-19 Update #2
Latest City of Stillwater Pandemic News
Guest: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director, Marketing & Civic Engagement
COVID-19 Update #3
Latest City of Stillwater Pandemic News
Guest: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director, Marketing & Civic Engagement
COVID-19: Insight from your City Government.
Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Specialist Guest: Christy Luper |Human Resources Director Guest: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Join us as we talk about what it takes to keep Stillwater's traffic moving smoothly.
Guest: Tully McCrory | Control Signal Technician Guest: Mark White | Public Works Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist
Join us as we discuss the students of OSU's Student body's role in the census is.
Special Guest: John Mark Day | Oklahoma State University's Director of Leadership & Campus Life
Co-Host: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement
Join us as we talk about the job application process for The City of Stillwater.
Guest: Leah Womack | HR Generalist Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist
Join us to learn about the animal shelter, adoption and other animal welfare concerns.
Guest: Mary Dickey | Animal Welfare Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Tommie Marshall | Multimedia Technician
Are you thinking of adding a Renewable Energy System to your home? Join us as we discuss the best practices.
Guest: Loren Smith | Electric Utility Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as we discuss the Library's role as Census Central and what that means.
Guest: Stacy Delano | Library Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist
Join us as the finance director explains the city's budget.
Guest: Christy Cluck
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as Cindy Gibson shares what's new going in around Stillwater, OK.
Special Guest: Cindy Gibson
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as Shannon Williams and Alane Zannotti share their vision for a new Stillwater Tradition.
Special Guest: Shannon Williams and Alane Zannotti
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Join us as the Stillwater mayor shares insights about local government.
Special Guest: Mayor Will Joyce
Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing & Civic Engagement Co-Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator
Special Guest: Dana Mattox | Director, Utility & Billing Services
Host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist Co-host: Seth Fish | Communications Assistant
On this episode of FYI Stillwater, Dana Mattox shares useful tips and information about City of Stillwater utility services. A must-listen for OSU students.
Special Guest: Melissa Reames | Deputy City Manager Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator Co-host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist
Interview starts at 5:05
On this episode of FYI Stillwater, we sit down with Melissa Reames to discuss the new civic engagement tool Speak Up Stillwater.
Special Guest: Paula Dennison | Assistant City Manager Host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Coordinator Co-host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist
Interview starts at 6:32
On this Episode of FYI Stillwater we speak to Assistant City Manager Paula Dennison about the 2020 Census, and the changes that make this Census so important for the City of Stillwater.
Special Guest: Chris Knight | Waste Management Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Alisa Hines | Multimedia Specialist
Interview starts at: 5:08
On this episode of FYI Stillwater, we discuss the changing markets of recycling in the United States with Waste Management Director Chris Knight.
Special Guest: Cody Manuel | Police Sargent & SWAT Team Commander Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
Interview Starts at 5:36.
On this episode of FYI Stillwater, we are joined by SWAT Team Commander Sgt. Cody Manuel to discuss the City's award winning SWAT Team and all they do to keep our city safe.
Special Guest: Zack Henson | Stormwater Programs Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
Interview Starts at 7:00
On this episode of FYI Stillwater we discuss the city's water run off and the upcoming Stormwater Survey with Stormwater Programs manager Zack Henson.
Special Guest: Norman McNickle | City Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
Interview starts at 4:19
On this episode of FYI Stillwater, we sit down with the City Manager Norman McNickle to discuss the many duties and intricacies of the City Manager position and his love of the outdoors.
Special Guest: Paul Bostick | Code Enforcement Supervisor Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
Interview starts at 7:15
On this episode we discuss the City's code with Code Enforcement Supervisor Paul Bostick and Meagan discovers rock n roll flutist Jethro Tull.
Special Guest: Brian Porter | Stillwater Police Department Dispatch Supervisor Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
Interview Start time 6:50
On this episode, we speak with Brian Porter; SWPD Dispatch supervisor about the life of a police dispatcher and the changing technology of 911 calls.
Special Guest: Cindy Gibson | Administrative Coordinator Dept. of Community Development Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Assistant
Interview Starts at 4:08
On this episode, we are joined by Cindy Gibson from the Department of Community Development to discuss the permit process for incoming new businesses and possible new additions to Stillwater to keep an eye out for.
Special Guests: Newly McSpadden | Police Officer
Adam Elliot | Investigator
Egon & Pito | K-9 officers Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Assistants
Interview starts at 4:32
On this Episode of FYI Stillwater we speak with Officer Newly McSpadden and Investigator Adam Elliot about their furry partners Egon and Pito. We discuss the importance of the K-9 unit and the relationship between officer and K-9 when they are off the clock.
Special Guest: Paul Priegel | Stillwater Regional Airport Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
Interview starts at 6:52
On this episode of FYI Stillwater Director of the Stillwater Regional Airport, Paul Priegel discusses the growth of the Stillwater's airport and the benefits of flying through Stillwater.
Special Guest: Loren Smith | Electric Utility Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Maegan Pardue | Communications Assistants
This episode of FYI Stillwater, Electric Utility Director, Loren Smith discusses the City's energy infrastructure and the future of electric power in Stillwater. Talk on electric cars and state of the art ways of producing energy make this one of our most shocking episodes yet.
Interview starts at 4:32
Special Guest: Adam Biggerstaff | Forestry Technician Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
In this week's episode of FYI Stillwater, certified Arborist, Adam Biggerstaff talks trees and how he finally learned to love broccoli.
Special Guest: Monty Karns | City Engineering Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
On this episode of FYI Stillwater, guest Monty Karns discusses the hot topic that is Stillwater roads and infrastructure. Listen in to learn everything you need to know about the history of Stillwater's streets, upcoming projects and just how much hot pink Monty wore in the 60s.
Special Guest: Jim Scott | Project Manager Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
What goes into the places we play? This week we sit down with Project Manager Jim Scott to discuss everything Stillwater parks. From upcoming projects to the difficulties of mowing, learn everything you need to know about maintaining the City's public parks.
What does it take to provide clean drinking water to our community? Our Water Utilities Engineering Director chats with us about the infrastructure in place that brings water into our homes to cook, clean, wash and more, plus some insight on the progress of the Water 2040 projects.
Special Guest: Bill Millis | Water Utilities Engineering Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
On this bonus episode of FYI Stillwater, we meet one of our podcast's top fans! Listen to our conversation with Brian O'Brien about how he came to Stillwater, the importance of connecting with your local government, and some of Brian's own experiences with podcasting.
Special Guest: Brian O'Brien | Pastor, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
There are many reasons you could end up in Municipal Court. And although we suggest staying out of the courtroom, we spoke with the City's court administrator to help you prepare in case that day comes.
Spoiler: You can't wear daisy dukes to court!
Special Guest: Melinda Gray | Court Administrator Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
This episode picks up where we left off in FYI Stillwater episode 13. Captain Kyle Gibbs tells us about the Stillwater Police Department's recruitment process, the life of a dispatcher and the Citizens Police Academy.
Special Guest: Kyle Gibbs | Captain, Stillwater Police Department Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
It's that time of year again. This week, we brought back our Emergency Management Director to discuss the department's severe weather protocols and actions the community should take when they know severe weather is on the way.
Special Guest: Rob Hill | Emergency Management Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
Police captain by day, hamburger connoisseur by night. Stillwater Police Captain Kyle Gibbs talks with us about how the department handles white and blue collar crimes in a technologically advancing world, catching thieves and car burglars, driving laws involving school buses, and his worst fashion faux pas. There's a lot to cover here, so we're making this a two-part episode. Watch for the second part soon!
Special Guest: Kyle Gibbs | Captain, Stillwater Police Department Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
Your public library specializes in a lot more than just books. Learn all about the programming, events, physical and digital resources, web-based applications and more available through Stillwater Public Library. Find out more about your library and how to apply for a library card at http://library.stillwater.org/
Special Guest: Stacy DeLano | Adult Services Librarian Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
The City's budget includes more than $54 million in revenues and requires that it be balanced every year, which means these funds have to be allocated to the City's departments, trusts and authorities. Our guest this week tells us how residents can help play a role in this balancing act.
Special Guest: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
What does the Public Works Department do? For starters, they’re responsible for snow and ice removal, sidewalk construction, traffic control, lane striping and creating street signs. We spoke with the department’s director and found out how the Public Works team helps keep Stillwater running smoothly.
Special Guest: Mark White | Director of Public Works Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
This week's podcast provides insight into several facets of the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce. You might even find out who is responsible for bringing the chicken restaurants to town!
The Standards of Excellence is a customer service initiative geared toward bringing both excellence and service together. We talked to our Human Resources training coordinator to find out how the initiative came about and what positive outcomes have taken place since its inception.
Special Guest: Lisa Jones | Training Coordinator, Human Resources Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
Chief of Police Jeff Watts sits down with us to talk about his new leadership role with the Stillwater Police Department and the work our officers do every day to keep our community safe. We also learn some fun facts about our new police chief. Tune in to find out!
Special Guest: Jeff Watts | Chief, Stillwater Police Department Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Civic Engagement Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
We all have it, so why not make sure we dispose of it correctly? During our discussion with Waste Management Director Chris Knight, we find out about the trash collection process and why the City's recycling program collects specific items.
Special Guest: Chris Knight | Waste Management Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
Firefighting. Emergency medical services. Fire safety and prevention education. Permitting and inspections. Caring and compassionate service. All this and more defines the Stillwater Fire Department. Learn more about the department, their services and what it takes to be a member of the SFD in this episode.
Special Guest: Tom Bradley | Chief, Stillwater Fire Department Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
You might have noticed a few CBD dispensaries popping up around town. We sit down with our Development Services team to learn about the special permit requests coming up at Planning Commission and City Council and the zoning requirements for these dispensaries. Tune in to hear more.
Special Guest: Paula Dennison | Development Services Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator
When you attend any large-scale event in Stillwater, you can rest assured that your safety was the number one priority of the City's Emergency Management Department. Listen to find out about the year-round planning that goes into keep our community safe.
Special Guest: Rob Hill | Emergency Management Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
Do you or someone you know need assistance with paying your utility bill, putting food on the table or affording to do a couple of loads of laundry? Listen to this week's podcast as we discuss the services available in Stillwater and the best way to get in contact with the organizations that offer assistance.
Special Guest: Dana Mattox | Customer Service Director Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Jasmine Sievert | Video Specialist
It's a new year, which means it's time to get the party (planning) started! We sit down with our special events coordinator to find out the ins and outs of planning events in Stillwater, when you need a permit and how to use our online Special Events Guide.
Special Guest: Stephanie Kinder | Community Center Manager / Special Events Coordinator Host: Sherry Fletcher | Director of Marketing and Public Relations Co-host: Meagan Kascsak | Communications Coordinator